As I write this, the Prime Minister has just announced the ‘rule of six’ – socialising limited to a maximum of six people. By the time TN 16 readers see this, the world may have moved on again. It is clear that we will be living with Covid-19 for some time to come. We in Westerham are not immune and as we enter autumn and winter, we want to make sure that all our businesses – retail, hospitality, commercial – are able to remain open and trading. Never has ‘Shopping Local’ been so important. But life goes on and after the Covid pause Full article
What we do
As the level of local government closest to those who live and work in the town and its surrounding areas, the Town Council strives to improve the quality of life in the area; it provides important services within the community and represents the views of local people in all matters which affect Westerham.
Its 13 Councillors work through 5 committees to carry out its responsibilities: the Allotments, Playing Fields and Open Spaces Committee, the Finance and General Purposes Committee, the Highways and Lighting Committee, the Planning and Development Committee and the Youth and Community Committee.
Central to everything it does is communication and engagement with the community, ranging from detailed consultations on specific issues, to a wide ranging survey on which was based the current 4 year strategy. It is constantly seeking new ways to engage with its residents and businesses.
In so doing it works closely with local organisations: the Westerham Town Partnership, the Westerham Society, our local primary school, Rotary Club, as well as with the District, and County Council and with our MP.
Find out more about what we do
Meetings
The Full Council meets six times and Committees meet five or six times a year. Planning Committee meets fortnightly.
Your Councillors
13 volunteer Councillors are elected every 4 years, 10 represent Westerham, 3 represent Crockham Hill.
Consultations
We want to know what you think. Find out about all the latest consultations and opportunities to give your views right here.
Contact Us
Due to COVID-19 the Council offices are closed to members of the public, however, our phones are still answered, our mail picked up and our emails acted upon.
The Town Council office is located at Russell House, Westerham,and is open between 0930 and 1300, Mon-Fri.
About Westerham
Independent shopping, great food, historic places to visit, walking & cycling; Westerham has something for everyone.
