Tesco's opening soon in Herne Bay
September 3rd, 2010

Work has started on the new Tesco Express which will be opening in Canterbury Road, Herne Bay in October 2010.

Draft Masterplan for Herne Bay Central Development Area
August 30th, 2010

Canterbury City Council has been working in partnership with Coplan and Denne to produce a draft Master Plan for the regeneration of central Herne Bay, and we would now welcome your views on our work. The consultation will run for a six-week period starting from Monday 16 August until Sunday 26 September 2010. The plans will be available to view at an exhibition held at Christ Church, William Street, Herne Bay on Monday to Saturday 10am to 4pm (Wednesday 1pm to 4pm). The exhibition will be closed on Sundays. We hope you will find time to drop in and view the exhibition or indeed to come along on one of our Question and Answer days (see below) at the Christ Church, William Street. · Monday 16 August , Tuesday 17 August, Wednesday 18 August; · Wednesday 1 September (until 8pm), Thursday 2 September and Friday 3 of September. · Saturday 11 September. The draft Master Plan can also be viewed at Herne Bay district office, Herne Bay Library; and the main city council offices. A summary of the draft Master Plan will be available at each location for you to take away, along with a ballot box where you can submit questionnaires containing your comments on the proposals. Our corporate trailer will also be based by the Clock Tower, Herne Bay on Saturday 21, Sunday 22, Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 August. The trailer will be staffed and have copies of the draft Master Plan available for reference with feedback form. Alternatively, all documents are can be viewed online following any of the links below. Herne Bay Central Development Area Draft Masterplan Proposals Draft Masterplan Summary Exhibition Boards Questionnaire Frequently Asked Questions Any completed questionnaire or comments can be either posted or e-mailed to Janet Davies at: Canterbury City Council Military Road Canterbury CT1 1YW janet.davies@canterbury.gov.uk

Homes Flooded in Herne Bay
August 26th, 2010

Basement flats and houses have been flooded over-night in Central Parade, Richmond Street and Mortimer Street, Herne Bay due to the heavy rain. The Fire Services have been pumping water from the buildings and residents have been temporary re-housed by the Red Cross.

Herne Bay Potato Growing Champion
August 23rd, 2010

Today was the Herne Bay Potato Growing Contest, weigh in. Fifteen businesses from Herne Bay joined the race to grow the heaviest potato's in town by having a bucket outside their premises since the end of June, they watered and cared for their potato’s, as part of Herne Bay in Bloom. Today we unearthed the potato's to find out which business had the heaviest potatoes. It was a close thing, but Jean from Sutton Cottage Antiques in Little Charles Street, piped the others to the post with potato's from one plant weighing 1lb 15oz. Thank you to the Allotment Society and Herne Bay Bloom for supporting event.

Herne Bay is one of the best places to live
August 22nd, 2010

In a national survey to find the highest quality of life in a seaside town, Herne Bay was voted the 8th best seaside town to live in the UK. The survey researched by the Halifax Building Society compiled the top 20, which put Christchurch in Dorset top. Whitstable also featured in the top 10, coming 9th.

Knightrider was the star of the show
August 21st, 2010

Herne Bay Town Centre was transformed into an arena of Classic Cars, Bikes and other fantastic vehicles last Saturday. Special guest was KIT from the TV series Knightrider, who was admired by young and old. Plus there was great entertainment from the Four Cahoones, The Crooner, Whitstable Scout Band and Pip the Clown.br>See photo's from the event in our Gallery

Thousands flock to see BBC's FLOG IT
August 18th, 2010

Flog It! was in Herne Bay TODAY. Paul Martin and his team of experts valued antiques and collectables from thousands of local people at the Kings Hall.
See photos in our Gallery.

Relax in the sun on the Ship Inn's new decking
August 11th, 2010

The Ship Inn on the Seafront, is the oldest building in Herne Bay, dating back to 1800. The newly re-furbished Public House now has new decking for customers to enjoy the sea views on those long hot summer nights.
The Ship Inn offers an excellent menu of quality meals and snacks, a selection of fine wines and beers.

Herne Bay Bus Rally was a great day out
August 8th, 2010

Classic buses from bygone years attended the Herne Bay Bus Rally in the William Street Car Park. Families, bus enthusiasts and visitors enjoyed a trip around the town on a classic bus, while others brought memorabilia from the collectors stalls. Lots of people took advantage of the free shuttle bus services to and from Herne Bay Station.
Proceeds from the day are to be donated to Demelza.
See photo's of the event in our Gallery.

Beach Hut plans for Herne Bay could be scrapped
August 8th, 2010

A plan to build 40 beach huts on downs in Herne Bay could be scrapped amid fears of their impact on coast erosion. Canterbury City Council had been considering building Beach Huts on the downs near Beacon Hill, Herne Bay.
In a report to the council's executive, engineers raised concerns that the huts would prevent coastal protection works from being carried out.
A final decision on the scheme is due to be made by councillors on Thursday.

What would you like in the new Shopping Centre?
August 2nd, 2010

There are plans to build a new shopping centre in Herne Bay. What shops would you like to see in Herne Bay?
Email: chris.west@canterbury.gov.uk

Herne Bay Pier Exhibition
July 17th, 2010

A date for your diary this summer. Don’t miss the chance to learn about the past, present and future of your pier at an exciting exhibition on 21-22 August from 11am-4pm in the Pier Café. For details see www.hernebaypiertrust.co.uk

New BAY & WHIT Cards
July 15th, 2010

We have a New Style BAY & WHIT Card, which is now available. The new card has a BAY Card on one side and a WHIT Card on the other side. To get a new card, call 01227 868515 and leave your name and address.

The Green Fair was a great success
July 10th, 2010

The Herne Bay Green Fair last Saturday 10th July 2010 at Memorial Park, Kings Road, Herne Bay,was a great success. The event consisted of the Green Roadshow, which is the UK's first national touring Eco-centre, and conceived in response to the increasing pressures upon our fragile environment. The Roadshow is a unique, educational experience combining workshops, hands-on activities, entertainments, displays and exhibitions. Part of the Green Roadshow was the Solar Powered Circus, including Circus Skills Workshop, Theatre Shows, Clown Shows and Music. Exhibitions include: Sustainable Living, the Scrapstore, Solar Powered Roundabout, Solar Fountain, Woodland Crafts, Renewable Energy, Electric Vehicles, Solar Generator and Whale & Dolphin Roadshow. In addition to the Green Roadshow there was an International Music Stage, with radio presenter Russ Lowe and live music from France including Fabrice Level and Le Vrai Terrien and from the UK, The 4 Cajonees. The event was offically opened at 12 noon by the Lord Mayor of Canterbury, Cllr Pat Todd and guests from Transmanche Green Network (Boulogne, France) Shepway District Council and Canterbury City Council.

Herne Bay looks 'Blooming' Good!
July 6th, 2010

Herne Bay in Bloom are an independent group made up of people from the local community. This year they have turned Herne Bay town centre into a mass of floral displays. Herne Bay in Bloom has raised sponsorship from local businesses to make the town look amazing. Businesses are helping out, they have been given a watering can to care for the displays. On Tuesday 6th July 2010 the town will be judged for South East in Bloom. Lets hope it is GOLD for 2010.

London Taxi's day trip to Herne Bay
July 5th, 2010

The Albany Taxi's Charity brought children from London and Chernobyl in Russia for a day out at the seaside in Herne Bay. Forty Taxi's brought fifty children and their helpers to the Bandstand to be entertained by Pip the Clown, followed by a trip on an open top bus. They then went onto the Herne Bay Catholic Club for a slap up meal.

CCTV STOPS Plant Vandals
June 28th, 2010

Last week five young people were caught on CCTV in William Street by the HSBC Bank, vandalising a planter. The Police were called and they were arrested. Herne Bay town centre is covered by CCTV and it works.

Lancaster Bomber thrills the crowds over Herne Bay
June 19th, 2010

The Lancaster Bomber thrilled the crowds over Reculver and Herne Bay last Saturday 19th June 2010.
See more photo's in our Gallery

Town Partners launched Station Mural
June 18th, 2010

Town Partners Station Mural was officially launched today. In attendance were Town Partners, Southeastern, County Councilor, Jean Law and mural artist, Dean Tweedy

Cheap Petrol in Herne Bay with the BAY Card
June 15th, 2010

With your BAY Card you receive 2p a litre off of petrol at the Esso Petrol Station, Kings Road, Herne Bay. Currently this is cheaper than the superstores on the Thanet Way.
BAY Cards are available at the Council Offices in William St, Wilbee & Son Estate Agents, Rogers Menswear, Mackaris at the Bandstand and the Pier sports Centre.

British Legion's Veterans Day in Herne Bay
June 4th, 2010

On Friday 4 June 2010 ex-servicemen and their families attended the Royal British Legion's Veterans Day on Herne Bay seafront. The Sheriff of Canterbury and MP Roger Gale were in attendance.
See more photo's in our Gallery

Casement Signs & Graphics move to larger premises
May 25th, 2010

Town Partners, Casement Signs & Graphics have moved from Sea Street, Herne Bay to larger premises at Unit 90, John Wilson Business Park, Harvey Drive, Whitstable, CT5 3QT. Tel: 01227 263626. They have the latest technology to produce quality and amazing graphic designs and signs.

Classic Car & Bike Show was a great success
May 5th, 2010

The Herne Bay Classic Car & Bike Show, held last Saturday was a great success. Thousands of people attended the event throughout the day and enjoy the Classic Cars and Bikes along with lots of entertainment throughout the town.
Visit our Gallery to see photos from the show.

Making our town safer,Dispersal ZONE,
May 2nd, 2010

A 24-hour dispersal zone has been put in place from 8 April until 1 September 2010 by Canterbury City Council and Kent Police.
It includes the following areas:
High Street, William Street, William Street Car Park, Queen Street, Kings Road, Kings Road Car Park, Hanover Street, Beach Street.
Anyone found acting ant-socially will be ordered to move away from the area by Kent Police and are not to return within 24 hours. If the order is refused, the person(s) could be arrested.

Please support Barry Cursons on his Great Wall of China Walk
May 2nd, 2010

Town Partner, Barry Cursons from Barry Cursons Plumbing & Heating and Herne Bay Fireplaces is walking the Great Walk of China in May 2010 for Age Concern / Help the Aged. Barry will walk for 8 days, 8 hours per day, starting at sea level going up to 4,000ft.
This is Barry's personal challenge for 2010 and we would like Herne Bay to support Barry and the very worthwhile local charities .
To sponsor Barry call 01227 367759 or call into Herne Bay Fireplaces, 183 High Street, Herne Bay CT6 5AF

Great BAY/WHIT Card offer see a film for £4.00
May 1st, 2010

From 26th March 2010 visitors to the Kavanagh Cinema in William Street, will be able to see a film for just £4.00 by showing a BAY or WHIT Card. This offer is for all days and all shows.
BAY Cards are available to pick up from the Council Offices, Rogers Menswear and Wilbee & Son Estate Agents. Or visit www.baywhitcard.co.uk and put a BAY Card image on your mobile phone.
Click on Kavanagh Cinema to see whats showing today.

BUY LOCAL supported by TaxAssist Accountants
March 25th, 2010

TaxAssist Accountants are championing a Buy Local campaign aimed at encouraging consumers and local businesses to come together and support each other during the economic downturn. Peter Norfolk of TaxAssist Accountants says, "We feel strongly about supporting local small businesses who need the right levels of assistance. We are advising businesses to manage their cashflow correctly and giving further TaxAssist recession beating tips." TaxAssist Accountants is also supplying small businesses that have visible premises with window stickers in order to send the message out to the general public. Peter Norfolk says, “ because we are a small business in our own right and we trade with local businesses we feel very much a part of the community.” TaxAssist Accountants emphasis is to support small businesses in these difficult times by offering a proactive service that represents real value for money. If you would like a free consultation with one of our Accountants then call us on 01227 370077.

BAY & WHIT Card wins an AWARD
March 9th, 2010

The loyalty card schemes for Herne Bay and Whitstable, the BAY & WHIT Cards have won an award from the Federation of Small Businesses for supporting both local businesses and the community. The concept was created by Coastal Towns Manager, Chris West. Currently we have over 350 businesses offering a discount or promotional offer and 42,000 loyalty cards in circulation.
See the new website: www.baywhitcard.co.uk

New BAY Card website
February 24th, 2010

Following the success of the BAY Card, we now have a new dedicated website for both the BAY & WHIT Cards. It features all the businesses with their offers and discounts and you no longer have to carry a BAY Card, you can put an image on your mobile phone, through the new website.
Visit: www.baywhitcard.co.uk

Herne Bay's Oldest Pub, The Ship Inn has now re-opened
February 10th, 2010

Herne Bay's oldest pub, the Ship Inn, Central Parade re-opened on Thursday 11th February 2010. The Ship Inn has a new tenant, Town Partner, Tony Farrow of Kings Caterers. The pub has been completely re-furbished and offers a warm welcome, fine wines and beers, quality food and a relaxing atmosphere.
The Board of Herne Bay Town Partners would like to wish Tony, great success in his new venture.

The Old Firm supports the BAY Card
February 9th, 2010

Recently opened, Town Partners, The Old Firm in Mortimer Street, dealing in quality second-hand goods, have some amazing special offers.
The Old Firm accepts the BAY & WHIT Cards and card holders can save £'s.
If you have not got a BAY Card then pick one up in The Old Firm and start using straight away.

Lou Lou's relocates to Mortimer Street
February 8th, 2010

Lou Lou's, formally in the High Street have relocated to new premises in Mortimer Street.
Lou Lou's offers hair design, spray tan and much more. Open late on a Thursday until 7pm.

We All Do GOOD Things
January 30th, 2010

People United a community arts charity are working in Herne Bay on a project throughout 2010. We All Do GOOD Things is a project about telling good news stories.
They are collecting stories of kindness, love, courage and generosity from across Herne Bay. These will feature in an exhibition later in 2010.
Do you have a story to tell?
Contact: info@peopleunited.org.uk or call 01227 470973

Coming soon new BAY Card website
January 18th, 2010

We will be launching a new website for the BAY & WHIT Card at the end of the month. The website will have information on all the businesses taking part in the scheme in Herne Bay and Whitstable and the promotional offers and discounts available.

Birds stop the Clock tower on the Seafront
January 13th, 2010

Herne Bay Clock tower has stopped because pigeons and other birds have got into the bell chamber and started nesting. This has meant the mechanism has become stuck.
The trapdoor sealing off this area will be replaced and the Clock tower should be fully functional next week.

New way of sledging on the Downs
January 9th, 2010

Local shops have sold out of sledges, so the next best thing is a Wilbee & Son Estate Agent board, according to the sledgers on the Downs.
Whilst this is fun, Town Partners would not recommend this, as it could be seen as a criminal offence.

Heavy Snow hits Herne Bay
January 8th, 2010

Six inches of heavy snow has fallen in Herne Bay this morning causing problems on the roads. The photo of William Street car park shows it is going to be a quiet day in town.

New Mural for Herne Bay Station
January 6th, 2010

Town Partners have comissioned Mural Artist, Dean Tweedy to create a mural at the Herne Bay Railway Station, which will feature two modern trains. The work will start in early January 2010 and has been funded by a community grant from KCC Councillors Jean Law and David Hirst.

Snow falls in Herne Bay Town Centre
January 4th, 2010

Herne Bay has had a heavy snowfall over night, with snow on the seafront and beach.
The town is fully operational; it's business as usual.

McCabe Ford Williams move from William Street to new premises
December 21st, 2009

After 50 years in William Street, McCabe Ford Williams, Chartered Accountants, have moved to modern premises at 2 The Links, Herne Bay CT6 7QG.

Kavanagh Cinema join Town Partners
December 20th, 2009

Herne Bay's Kavanagh Cinema in William Street, Herne Bay has joined Herne Bay Town Partners.
Please click on the link on our home page to see what is showing today.

New BAY Card offers, click on BAY Card
December 17th, 2009

Two new offers have been added to the BAY Card from AA Driving School (Gavin Wilson) and Barry Cursons Plumbing and Heating and at his new shop, Herne Bay Fireplaces at 183 High Street, Herne Bay.
Click BAY Card to see the new offers.

Christmas Window Competition Winners
December 15th, 2009

Herne Bay Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the TCM held the annual Christmas Window Competition 2009.
We had fourteen entries and the judges managed to pick the three best windows in the town.
1st, Barnums, 2nd, Tots, Teens and Tubbies and 3rd Frangipani.
President of the Herne Bay Chamber of Commerce and member of Herne Bay Town Partners, Michael Khoury, presented the shield to Mike Butcher of Barnums.

Town Partners welcome two new Board Members
December 14th, 2009

Herne Bay Town Partners have strengthened their Board with two new Board Members. Colleen Ashwin-Kean, owner of the Evening Tide Guest House and Solicitor, Gideon Scott.
We welcome both Colleen and Gideon to the Board and we look forward to working with them for the benefit of the town

J & J Recruitment Solutions move to the High Street
December 13th, 2009

J & J Recruitment Solutions have moved from their office in William Street to a new modern office at 122 High Street, Herne Bay, CT6 5JY.
For all your recruitment needs call: 01227 369922.

New Look to THE MALL in the High Street
December 4th, 2009

Come and see some of the new exciting businesses recently opened in The MALL, 116 High Street, Herne Bay.
There are lots of Christmas gift idea's at BAY Sports, Dolcie's, Nessies Reborn Nursery, Kiddez, Remember 20th Century Collectables, new owners at the Wildflower Cafe and Haggles.

Ade Edmondson switches on the Herne Bay Lights
November 28th, 2009

On Saturday Herne Bay Christmas Lights were switched on by Ade Edmondson star of the Young Ones, Bottom and this year's Marlowe Panto, Peter Pan.
This was Ade Edmondson's first visit to the town and referred to the town as Herne, forgetting the Bay. Over a thousand people attended the switch on to see the comedy legend.
See more photo's in the Gallery.

Pride in our Town, Lets Clean Up
November 21st, 2009

Canterbury City Council and Serco are offering neighbourhoods the opportunity of help to clear up the land and streets around their properties. Serco will attend for one Saturday or Sunday on an agreed date and will offer services such as street cleaning, chewing gum removal, graffiti removal, weed removal, grass cutting, shrub or hedge pruning, or the removal of fly tipping. In return we ask residents to contribute cleaning up your neighbourhood on that day.
If you are interested please complete the form on the back of the newsletter and return to Canterbury City Council.
Visit:http://www.canterbury.gov.uk/assets/streetscene/pppnewsletterjuly2009.pdf

Sponsor the towns Xmas Lights Switch On/ Xmas Trees
November 19th, 2009

This year you could be the sponsor of the Christmas Lights Switch On, or a sponsor of the towns Christmas Trees. We have an exciting package, which will help promote your business this Chistmas.

For more information contact: Chris West: Tel: 01227 742765 or email: chris.west@canterbury.co.uk

Goodbye to a well known Cafe Owner
November 16th, 2009

Jim of the former Marine Cafe in Central Parade, close to the Ship Inn passed away after an illness last Thursday. Jim was a well known and a well liked businesman who will be sadly missed by his old friends and customers.

Thousands of people have followed the Herne Bay Cultural Trail
October 25th, 2009

The Herne Bay Cultural Trail was officially launched in May 2009, since then we have distributed over 3500 Cultural Trail information leaflets. One of the most visited attractions has been the statue of Sir Barnes Wallis on the Downs in Beacon Hill.
For more information on the Herne Bay Cultural Trail, visit: www.hernebayculturaltrail.co.uk

Great new way to Save & Borrow Money
October 15th, 2009

The Canterbury Credit Union Ltd is a great new way to save and borrow money. The scheme is owned by members, run by members for the benefit of members.
For more information visit Herne Bay Council Offices, William Street, Mondays 10am - 12.30pm.
Postal applications to: DCCU, PO Box 825, Barham, Canterbury, CT4 6WB.
Tel: 0845 257 5012
email: info@dccu.org.uk
website: www.dccu.org.uk

Herne Bay is the best for customer service
October 14th, 2009

Herne Bay shops, along with Whitstable and Canterbury offer the best customer service in the South East, according to a recent survey by the mystery shopping company, Retail Eyes. They ranked the towns as top of the shops, along with Southend, to celebrate National Customer Service Week.The results were based on 140,000 mystery visits across the country and revealed the district had an 82% score for customer satisfaction.

Herne Bay is Blooming with Silver
October 10th, 2009

Herne Bay was Awarded Silver in the National Britain In Bloom Competition & Silver Gilt in the South & South East In Bloom.
The Herne Bay In Bloom Committee are always looking for new members to support the campaign and bring fresh ideas to the table.
You don't need to be a keen gardener as the competition is about local environmental quality as well as lovely flower beds.
If you are interested and take a pride in seeing Herne Bay flourish please join the committee. You may have ideas on how to fund raise or you may have thoughts on how areas can be tided up or made to look more attractive, you may belong to a community group that would like to be involved in some way.
If you have a business that would like to sponsor the campaign, it doesn't have to be with money it could be in other ways. The ways you can become involved with the campaign are endless.
The committee usually meet once a month for around an hour, so you don't have to commit lots of time.
It takes a lot of work to achieve the results that we have been awarded over the past four years, please come and join us.

Contact: Colleen Ashwin-Kean on 07540392916