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News

  • Temporary Road Closure - Alland Grange Lane, Minster - 27th February 2026

    Temporary Road Closure - Alland Grange Lane, Minster - 27th February 2026

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Although not strictly in our Parish of Manston it will affect roads and traffic in our area: Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Alland Gr...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Dec 25
  • South East Anglia Link Project - Latest

    South East Anglia Link Project - Latest

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Application by National Grid Electricity Transmission for an Order Granting Development Consent for the South East Anglia Link Project The ...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 7 Dec 25
  • Suspected Cases of Bird 'flu in Thanet and Canterbury

    Suspected Cases of Bird 'flu in Thanet and Canterbury

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    There are reports of suspected cases of bird flu in Thanet and Canterbury. As a precaution, and in line with government guidance, work has ...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Nov 25
  • Temporary Road Closure - Spratling Lane, Ramsgate - 9th February 2026

    Temporary Road Closure - Spratling Lane, Ramsgate - 9th February 2026

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Southern Water - Temporary Road Closure - Spratling Lane, Ramsgate - 9th February 2026 (Thanet District) Due to works planned to be underta...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 26 Nov 25
  • Keep Kent Safe Latest Alerts - 21 November 2025

    Keep Kent Safe Latest Alerts - 21 November 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Dear Kent Residents This week we have received reports of criminals calling residents in Kent impersonating police officers. The police wil...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 21 Nov 25
  • TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF DRIVING - MANSTON COURT ROAD, MARGATE

    TEMPORARY PROHIBITION OF DRIVING - MANSTON COURT ROAD, MARGATE

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Southern Water Kent County Council gives notice that Manston Court Road, Margate has been closed to through traffic, on or after 6th Novemb...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Nov 25
  • Charity Pantomime - ''The Far Fetched Fable of Fanny Folkly

    Charity Pantomime - ''The Far Fetched Fable of Fanny Folkly" - 19-21 February 2026

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    10 Oct. 25 Please find enclosed the poster for our upcoming charity pantomime, The Far Fetched Fable of Fanny Folkly, taking place at Taylor...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Nov 25
  • Your Voice Thanet - Annual Residents’ Survey for 2025

    Your Voice Thanet - Annual Residents’ Survey for 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    We wanted to tell you about the Annual Residents’ Survey for 2025, and one other chance for you to get involved in shaping things that...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Nov 25
  • Temporary Road Closures & 20MPH Speed Limit– Thanet

    Temporary Road Closures & 20MPH Speed Limit– Thanet

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Temporary Road Closures & 20MPH Speed Limit– Thanet – from 5th January 2026 for up to 18 months Because of a program of car...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 5 Nov 25
  • Temporary Road Closure - Spratling Lane, Ramsgate - 8th December 2025

    Temporary Road Closure - Spratling Lane, Ramsgate - 8th December 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    KSG Construction Ltd - Temporary Road Closure - Spratling Lane, Ramsgate - 8th December 2025 (Thanet District) Due to works planned to be u...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Nov 25
  • Thanet Archaeological Landscape Mapping Project - Newsletter #5

    Thanet Archaeological Landscape Mapping Project - Newsletter #5

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Issue five of the Thanet Archaeological Landscape Mapping project newsletter Welcome to the fifth edition of the Thanet Archaeological Land...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Nov 25
  • Consumer Alert Newsletter 31 October 2025

    Consumer Alert Newsletter 31 October 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Dear Kent Residents Halloween and Bonfire Night are just around the corner – a time for fun, fireworks and fancy dress. But while y...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Nov 25
  • Citizens' Advice - November Schedule and Contact Details

    Citizens' Advice - November Schedule and Contact Details

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Advice in the Community You can talk to us, just drop-in; Broadstairs Town Shed, Unit 3 Oakwood Industrial Estate, Dane Valley Rd, St. Pet...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Oct 25
  • Manston Park Play Area - replacement of play equipment

    Manston Park Play Area - replacement of play equipment

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Please be aware that your Parish Council has arranged for the replacement of play equipment in the Manston Park Play area. The works will r...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 29 Oct 25
  • INQUIRY - MEETING CANCELLED

    INQUIRY - MEETING CANCELLED

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    MEETING CANCELLED THE INQUIRY At Darwin College Conference Centre, University of Kent, Darwin Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 7NY Commencing at...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Oct 25
  • RSPB - 50th Anniversary Thanet Group - Chief Exec Talk

    RSPB - 50th Anniversary Thanet Group - Chief Exec Talk

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    RSPB Thanet Local Group The group is marking its 50th anniversary on Wednesday, 12th November 2025 With guest speaker Beccy Speight, RSPB C...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Oct 25
  • Local Government Reorganisation in Kent

    Local Government Reorganisation in Kent

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    The Government has asked the councils in Kent to submit proposals to them for Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) and we want to gather th...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 17 Oct 25
  • REMINDER: Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Preston Road & Manston Court Road, Ramsgate - 13th October 2025

    REMINDER: Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Preston Road & Manston Court Road, Ramsgate - 13th October 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Due to works planned to be undertaken by Openreach, it will be necessary to close part of Preston Road & Manston Court Road, Ramsgate, i...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Oct 25
  • Temporary Road Closure & 20MPH Speed Limit - Preston Road & Spratling Street, Ramsgate - 22nd December 2025

    Temporary Road Closure & 20MPH Speed Limit - Preston Road & Spratling Street, Ramsgate - 22nd December 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Kent County Council - Temporary Road Closure & 20MPH Speed Limit - Preston Road & Spratling Street, Ramsgate - 22nd December 2025 (T...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Oct 25
  • Neighbourhood Watch - Scam Detection Tool

    Neighbourhood Watch - Scam Detection Tool

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Dear resident, Today, Get Safe Online has launched a new scam detection tool on their website. If you are suspicious of a text, email or ...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 10 Oct 25
  • East Kent Design Code survey

    East Kent Design Code survey

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    The consultants have asked to receive survey responses from Town and Parish Councils by Sunday 9 November. There is also a wider public on-...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 8 Oct 25
  • Hydrogen TE (UK) Limited’s Proposed Manston Site

    Hydrogen TE (UK) Limited’s Proposed Manston Site

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Since making their presentation at last month's Parish Council Meeting, Hydrogen TE (UK) Ltd have failed to send the Parish Council copi...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 6 Oct 25
  • Consumer Alert Newsletter 03 October 2025

    Consumer Alert Newsletter 03 October 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Dear Kent Residents Link to the full Newsletter here Four suspects have been arrested in connection with suspected doorstep crime in Cante

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Oct 25
  • Update on Local Government Reorganisation

    Update on Local Government Reorganisation

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Update from Colin Carmichael, the CEO of Thanet District Council: A new survey has been launched, asking the people of Kent to share their...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 3 Oct 25
  • Increase in Fly-Tipping

    Increase in Fly-Tipping

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Please could you disseminate via your socials to the residents? We have seen a worrying increase in the number of fly tipping events in the...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 2 Oct 25
  • Courier Fraud Alert

    Courier Fraud Alert

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Over the last few days, Kent Police have received several reports of Courier Fraud, a police impersonation scam, across East and North Kent....

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Sep 25
  • Vehicle crime in your area

    Vehicle crime in your area

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    We have seen a recent increase in vehicle breaks around your area - items of value have been taken from vehicles by opportunist thieves like...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 25 Sep 25
  • The Coin Hoards of Medieval Kent 1180-1560

    The Coin Hoards of Medieval Kent 1180-1560

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Kent Archives and Local History Service Presents: The coin hoards of medieval Kent 1180 – 1560 Manston Parish Council   |  

    Posted: 24 Sep 25
  • Notice of conclusion of audit – Annual Return 31 March 2025

    Notice of conclusion of audit – Annual Return 31 March 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    The annual audit of accounts for the Council Meetings for year ending 31st March 2025 have been successfully completed. The Annual Governan...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 24 Sep 25
  • Annual Policing Survey

    Annual Policing Survey

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Do you feel safe where you live? Do you think Kent Police are doing a good job? Do you think there are areas where they can improve? The Po...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 23 Sep 25
  • Temporary Road Closure - Manston Court Road, Margate - 1st December 2025

    Temporary Road Closure - Manston Court Road, Margate - 1st December 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Manston Court Road, Margate - 1st December 2025 (Thanet District) Due to works planned to be undertake...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Sep 25
  • Consumer Alert Newsletter - 19 September 2025

    Consumer Alert Newsletter - 19 September 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Read the Newsletter in full here Consumer Alert Newsletter 19 September 2025 Dear Kent Residents We’

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Sep 25
  • Application by National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) for an order granting development consent for the South East Anglia Link (Sea Link) Project

    Application by National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) for an order granting development consent for the South East Anglia Link (Sea Link) Project

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Application by National Grid Electricity Transmission (NGET) for an order granting development consent for the South East Anglia Link (Sea L...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 22 Sep 25
  • KCC Budget Consultation 2025-26

    KCC Budget Consultation 2025-26

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    https://letstalk.kent.gov.uk/budget-consultation-2025-26 The 2026-27 Budget Consultation is now live. Last

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Sep 25
  • Kent Trading Standards Latest Alerts

    Kent Trading Standards Latest Alerts

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Dear Kent Residents You can find a copy of the Newsletter IN FULL here. A new twist on Courier/Police Impersonation Fraud has been reporte...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 12 Sep 25
  • Budget Consultation 2026-27

    Budget Consultation 2026-27

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    KCC’s 2026-27 Budget Consultation is now open Kent County Council’s (KCC) Budget Consultation 2026-27 is now open for your view...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 11 Sep 25
  • Plans for a new Hydrogen Transition Energy Facility

    Plans for a new Hydrogen Transition Energy Facility

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Please come along and join us at the next meeting of Manston Parish Council to find out about plans for a new Hydrogen Transition Energy Fac...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 4 Sep 25
  • Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Preston Road & Manston Court Road, Ramsgate - 13th October 2025

    Openreach - Temporary Road Closure - Preston Road & Manston Court Road, Ramsgate - 13th October 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Due to works planned to be undertaken by Openreach, it will be necessary to close part of Preston Road & Manston Court Road, Ramsgate, i...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Aug 25
  • The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system

    The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    The UK government is testing the Emergency Alerts system on Sunday 7th September 2025 at 3pm The test will be sent to all compatible 4G and ...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 19 Aug 25
  • Consumer Alert Newsletter - 15 August 2025

    Consumer Alert Newsletter - 15 August 2025

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    Dear Kent Residents This week we want to remind all residents to use the 159 number if you receive a potential scam call. Watch the 30 secon...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 18 Aug 25
  • Manston Park Barrier Now Working

    Manston Park Barrier Now Working

    Manston, Ramsgate, Kent
    Article by: Elizabeth J. Carr BA(Hons) MBA - Parish Clerk & RFO

    The new barrier at the entrance to the Manston Park car park is now installed. Residents and visitors should be aware that the barrier, purc...

    Manston Parish Council   |  
    Posted: 15 Aug 25