News & Updates
Our blog containing all our news, updates, media and events.
Tunbridge Wells Mela
Deputy Lieutenant, Lord Evans, had a fantastic time at the Tunbridge Wells Mela, organised by the wonderful Cohesion Plus. This event is always so special and thankfully, the unpredictability of the British weather didn’t make it any less fun. Well done to everyone...
Cohesion Plus Gravesham and Dartford South Asian Heritage Month Celebrations
Deputy Lieutenant, Ann Millington, was delighted to attend the South Asian Heritage Month Celebrations in Gravesham, organised by Cohesion Plus. The event included a theatrical performance, outstanding films, and awards given to exceptional members of the community....
Chatham Historic Dockyard Trust Launch 10 Year Strategy
Chatham Historic Dockyard has launched a new ten year strategy. The Lord-Lieutenant, who is Vice-Patron of the Trust, presented the new strategy alongside the Chairman, Admiral Trevor Soar. The Lord-Lieutenant said, “As His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Kent and Vice...
The Mentor Ring South Asian Heritage Month Celebration
Deputy Lieutenant, Kelvin Holford, was delighted to attend The Mentor Ring's celebration for South Asian Heritage Month. The event which took place in Dartford celebrated community, identity, and heritage under the theme “Roots to Routes”. Kelvin gave a short address...
Lord-Lieutenant visits Tunbridge Wells Hospital
The Lord-Lieutenant of Kent was pleased to visit Tunbridge Wells Hospital last week where she was warmly welcomed by the Chairman of the Board and senior leaders from Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust. The visit marked several poignant moments, including the...
KAVS Presentation to Abbey Physic Community Garden
The Lord-Lieutenant was thrilled to present The King’s Award for Voluntary Service to Abbey Physic Community Garden, a beautiful, inclusive space in the heart of Faversham where people grow more than just plants. This therapeutic garden is a lifeline for many facing...
HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh visits the Kent County Show
We were delighted to welcome HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh to the Kent County Show this year. The County Show is an annual celebration of Kent’s agricultural heritage. The visit began with the opening of the HOYS Harness Horse and Pony of the Year followed by a walk to...
Falklands Commemoration
Thank you to Deputy Lieutenant, Major Dennis Bradley, who represented the Lord-Lieutenant at the Falklands Commemoration in Hythe. The Commemoration marked 43 years since the Falklands Conflict and Major Bradley was joined by veterans to remember those we lost.
Visit to Refocus Project
The Lord-Lieutenant was pleased to visit Refocus Project based in Dartford with the High Sheriff. The Refocus Project provides early intervention and prevention to protect young people from being exploited or caught up in bullying, Knife crime, peer pressure, county...
Tonbridge School CCF Inspection Day
Deputy Lieutenant, Brigadier Peter Gilbert, was thrilled to represent the Lord-Lieutenant at Tonbridge School's CCF Inspection Day. The day involved a formal Parade and Inspection followed by an afternoon of cadet activities. This fantastic day finished with a formal...
Thanksgiving Service of Celebration for Kent’s Volunteers
The Lord-Lieutenant and High Sheriff were thrilled to host a Service of Thanksgiving for Volunteers at Rochester Cathedral in March. The Cathedral was full to the brim of volunteers from across Kent and Medway and we were so pleased that so many of the county's...
Diversity House International Women’s Day
We were pleased to support Diversity House in their fantastic celebration for International Women's Day. Deputy Lieutenant, Lady Melville, represented the Lord-Lieutenant at this wonderful event at Hempstead House. The programme included inspirational speakers and...
