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Hawkhurst lies in the heart of the Kent countryside on the border with East Sussex, near Tunbridge Wells. The village offers the rural way of life within easy reach of London, the Channel Tunnel and the M25.

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Visitors - Hawkhurst in the Weald of Kent is one of the finest locations for active family days out and beautiful countryside, rich in culture and heritage. Historic castles, houses and gardens, vineyards, orchards, woodland and rolling hills, rambling and cycling are all in easy reach.

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Community - Hawkhurst is a fantastic place to live. The community section offers links to housing, health, leisure, education, village organisations, local councils and items of special interest. For events, please visit the 'What's On' section

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Business - Hawkhurst has a thriving and varied business community.  Click here for a directory, links, information and advice for companies wishing to relocate or find suppliers.

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NOTICE OF CO-OPTION IN THE OFFICE OF PARISH COUNCILLOR
 
Parish of Hawkhurst
 
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that as a result of the Parish/Town Council elections held on 3 May 2012, there are two vacancies remaining on the Parish Council. This vacancy can now be filled by co-option within 35 days of the elections taking place.
 
Applications made in writing will need to be sent to the Parish Clerk, Mr A McTrusty, The Office at The Moor, Hawkhurst TN18 4NT or by e-mail to hawkhurstpc@btconnect.com. Applications will be considered at the next ordinary meeting of the Parish Council to be held on 11th June 2012 at Copt Hall, Copthall Avenue, Hawkhurst, commencing at 19:45.
Applications close on Friday 1st June 2012 at noon.
 
Andrew McTrusty – Parish Clerk
 
You must be able to attend two monthly meetings, usually on the second and fourth Monday in the month, and also be prepared to take an active part in Parish Council business which may include PC training sessions, Area Forums and information meetings held at the District Council Offices in Tunbridge Wells. If you are still interested please put your name forward together with the reasons why you should be selected for the Parish Council in no more than 150 words and send them to the Parish Clerk at the address or e-mail as shown above.