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We are supporting the UK Government's mission to halve violence against women and girls in a decade.

The ENOUGH campaign helps everyone see abuse for what it is.

Find out more: gov.uk/ENOUGH
January 12, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Foodie may act fancy, but he isn't really fussy! 

Feed your Foodie anything you can't eat and keep your rubbish bin fresh. 

Give your teabags the VIP treatment! 

#NothingWasted #FeedYourFoodie #GraveshamRecycles #KentRecycles
January 12, 2026 at 12:03 PM
🤝 Community Collaboration at Its Best! ❄️

Our Winter Fun Program has been an incredible opportunity to team up with some amazing local organisations and businesses to bring YOU a variety of FREE activities!
January 12, 2026 at 10:02 AM
You’re Invited!

Join us as we honor the life and legacy of our borough friend and benefactor, Charles Gordon, whose generosity enriched our community.

🗓 Date: Friday, 23 January
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM
📍 Location: Gordon Memorial Garden, Milton-next, Gravesend
January 12, 2026 at 9:38 AM
❄️ Due to the recent low temperatures, it is likely that the waste in some garden waste bins may be frozen solid. 
ℹ️ With garden waste collections resuming tomorrow, please follow our tips to try to prevent your garden waste bin freezing so that it can be emptied:
January 11, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Important Reminder

We’ll be collecting real Christmas trees again this January, free of charge.

Just leave your tree out on your usual garden waste collection day between
Monday 12 January and Friday 23 January.

#GraveshamRecycles #KentRecycles
January 11, 2026 at 6:02 AM
♻️ Garden waste collections resume Monday 12 January

🎄 Real Christmas trees will be collected free of charge for recycling.
Place your tree out on your garden waste day between 12–23 January.

Check your bin day 👉 https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/binday
#GraveshamRecycles
January 10, 2026 at 8:01 AM
Beat the winter blues with our amazing lineup of FREE activities! ❄️
Our Winter Fun program is packed with exciting things to do for all ages; there’s something for everyone.
January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Big News for Young Darts Stars! 🎯

A brand-new JDC Darts Centre is opening at Wombwell Park!

Want to know more, contact them at: enquiries@sports4change.co.uk.
January 9, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Just 10 days to close public consultation on Nuisance Vehicles Public Space Protection Order. 

Please visit https://gravesham.govocal.com/en-GB/projects/public-space-protection-order-consultation to have your say.

The consultation expires on 18 January at 23:59. 
#GravesendSaferStreets #KentPolice
January 9, 2026 at 2:31 PM
Are you a local business owner or thinking about starting one in Gravesham?

We’re pleased to be hosting the Kent & Medway Growth Hub at the Civic Centre for a free session where you can get practical advice and support for your business.
📅 21 January|⏰ 10am–12pm

Drop in or book in advance today.
January 7, 2026 at 3:23 PM
Try Something New This Saturday!

Why not give Bowls a go? Best of all, it’s indoors, so no need to worry about the weather!
January 7, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Illegal waste sites can grow fast and cause long-lasting damage to our environment and our communities.

If you see something that doesn’t look right, please report it.

📧 environmental.enforcement@gravesham.gov.uk
📞 01474 337978 
🚨 Call Kent Police if a crime is happening now
January 6, 2026 at 12:31 PM
✨ Gravesham will glow again this January ✨

The Gravesham Light Festival returns
🗓 30 & 31 January
⏰ 5.30–8.30 pm

A free, outdoor celebration of light, creativity and place, right here in the borough.

Details coming soon 👉 graveshamartssalon.org.uk
#LightFestival
January 6, 2026 at 11:28 AM
Postal voters are now required to reapply for their postal vote every three years. 

If you had a postal vote in place before 31 October 2023 you’ll need to reapply before 31 January 2026. 

All postal voters who need to reapply will be contacted by email or post to let them know what to do next.
January 5, 2026 at 4:01 PM
We’ve launched a brand-new FREE program called Winter Fun! ❄️

Winter Fun is all about bringing families and communities together with exciting activities during the colder months.
January 5, 2026 at 2:02 PM
Mayor's Mega charity quiz night raising money for Ellenor and Elliot Holems MEmorial Fund on Friday 6 February from 7pm at Ebbsflfleet United Football Club

https://www.woodville.co.uk/events/mayors-mega-quiz-night/
January 3, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Kitchen Foodie? Use whatever suits you - caddy, ice cream tub, even a trusty Tupperware. 

Just don’t forget your outdoor Foodie for weekly collections! 

#NothingWasted #FeedYourFoodie #GraveshamRecycles #KentRecycles
January 3, 2026 at 11:02 AM
Important Reminder

We’ll be collecting real Christmas trees again this January, free of charge.

Just leave your tree out on your usual garden waste collection day between
Monday 12 January and Friday 23 January.

#GraveshamRecycles #KentRecycles
January 3, 2026 at 9:02 AM
We are supporting the UK Government's mission to halve violence against women and girls in a decade.

The ENOUGH campaign helps everyone see abuse for what it is.

Find out more: gov.uk/ENOUGH
January 2, 2026 at 3:04 PM
As resolutions are set for 2026, make it your mission to #EndDomesticAbuse so that no one in #Kent and #Medway suffers. Join the campaign at www.domesticabuseservices.org.uk.
#KnowSeeSpeakOut #NewYear #NewYearResolutions
January 2, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Renting is changing.
As a landlord you will need to get on top of these important changes. These changes will affect how you manage your tenancies. They are easy to stay on top of, read the guidance at http://www.gravesham.gov.uk/renting-is-changing
December 31, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Extra recycling this Christmas?

Place it in cardboard boxes or clear bags on your next collection day, and we’ll take it.

Please recycle cans, foil, plastics, paper, cardboard, glass bottles and jars.

Find more guidance at: https://www.recyclenow.com/recycling-locator
#GraveshamRecycles
December 31, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Garden Waste Service Update

There will be no garden waste collections from 25 December to 11 January.

Collections resume on Monday, 12 January.
You can check all your festive collection dates here: https://www.gravesham.gov.uk/binday

Thank you for your patience and support.
December 31, 2025 at 9:02 AM
Concerned about an adult?
Noticing is not nosiness. If you are concerned about an adult, report it.
December 30, 2025 at 2:30 PM