Events Attended Last Week - All About Community!

On Wednesday 18th June I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening of the Maidstone Canoe Club. This exciting new facility, located along our beautiful riverside, is a brilliant addition to the town’s recreational offerings. It was great to meet the team behind the club and to see first-hand the enthusiasm of local residents who are eager to get involved. As a fellow On The Water member (of British Canoeing) or Paddle UK as we know it now, I wish them every success.

 

The following day, I joined Headcorn Parish Council for their latest Community Surgery and walk around the High Street. A big thank you to Stuart Ellesmere, Headcorn’s Community Liaison Officer and Laura Bullen from Maidstone’s Community Protection Team, for their dedication and support during the day. While it was unfortunate that Kent Police were unable to attend, the presence of housing agencies ensured that important conversations around housing support and neighbourhood safety could still take place. It was also great to see Ange from Good Life Sorted, a wonderful initiative providing practical help and friendly support to older adults in our communities.

  

And of course, we can’t forget Headcorn’s newest celebrity – the No Drama Llama, or Eric, as he is now fondly known! Eric appeared mysteriously one evening on the village green and has since become something of a local legend, popping up at clubs and groups most days of the week! On Thursday he was spotted standing proudly outside the Village Hall, and we couldn’t resist stopping for a couple of photos with this calm and cheerful mascot. His presence added a touch of fun to the day and brought plenty of smiles!