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Medway libraries introduce customer charter

Published: Tuesday, 17th June 2025

Medway’s much-loved libraries and community hubs have taken an extra step to remain safe and welcoming spaces for residents of all ages to enjoy.

  • The new splash pad is officially open at The Strand in Gillingham

    New splash pad and tennis courts open at grand launch day

    Published: Tuesday, 27th May 2025

    The new splash pad and tennis courts at The Strand Lido and Leisure Park are now officially open following a grand launch day.

  • Group of children running on grass

    Half term is full of fun in Medway

    Published: Tuesday, 20th May 2025

    Half term is approaching and there is plenty for families to see and do in Medway!

  • Runners in a race.

    Lace up your running shoes for the Medway Mile!

    Published: Monday, 19th May 2025

    Registrations are now open for one of Medway’s biggest sporting events of the year.

  • Cozenton Park to welcome international yoga teacher

    Published: Friday, 4th April 2025

    Internationally-renowned yoga teacher Lucas Rockwood, founder of YOGABODY, will be running a free class at Cozenton Park Sports Centre on Tuesday 8 April at 6pm.

  • Easter basket with colourful eggs in

    Easter break activities in Medway

    Published: Wednesday, 2nd April 2025

    The Easter holidays are almost here and there is loads to see and do in Medway, so make the most of what’s on offer!

  • Soldier at Armed Forces Day

    Thousands of Free Tickets for Armed Forces Day at The Historic Dockyard Chatham

    Published: Monday, 31st March 2025

    In a poignant year that marks the 80th anniversaries of Victory in Europe (VE) and Victory over Japan (VJ), Armed Forces Day 2025 will be held at The Historic Dockyard Chatham on Saturday 28 June.

  • Celebrate International Women's Day in Medway

    Published: Friday, 7th March 2025

    Who will you take inspiration from this International Women’s Day?

  • A digger carrying out work to renovate tennis courts at The Strand in Gillingham

    Local park tennis courts in Medway set for renovation

    Published: Monday, 20th January 2025

    Medway Council and the Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) have today announced a partnership to invest in and refurbish public park tennis courts in Chatham and Gillingham.

  • Halloween

    Enjoy a frightfully fun-packed October half term in Medway

    Published: Friday, 18th October 2024

    From spooky Autumn trails to creepy craft activities and a Scare Fest event, there’s a horrifying amount of fun to be had around Medway this half term.

  • Sewing equipment, scissors, thread, material and measuring tape

    Save cash and your favourite old clothes at Medway's Repair Cafes

    Published: Wednesday, 4th September 2024

    A stitch in time saves nine, as the saying goes – and it might save you some cash too.

  • Medway Council Leader, Cllr Vince Maple (left), and Deputy Mayor of Medway, Cllr Douglas Hamandishe, officially open The Paddock in Chatham

    The Paddock town centre gardens now open

    Published: Wednesday, 14th August 2024

    New town centre gardens can now be enjoyed by all in Chatham, following the official opening of The Paddock.

  • Boy reading a book in a library.

    Summer reading challenge returns to Medway

    Published: Wednesday, 10th July 2024

    The Summer Reading Challenge is upon us once again – with children being encouraged to read six books over the school summer holidays.

  • Sewing equipment, scissors, thread, material and measuring tape

    How Repair Cafés might save your old jeans, some pennies… and the world

    Published: Monday, 24th June 2024

    With Repair Cafes on the rise around the country, Medway’s trial sessions were sure to be a nailed-on success…

  • The leisure pool at the new Cozenton Park Sports Centre

    It's nearly time for your new sports centre

    Published: Wednesday, 15th May 2024

    It’s nearly time to grab those goggles and head down to Cozenton Park Sports Centre. 

  • Paul Johnston, Medway Sport and Leisure Manager, at the Strand Lido with a certificate presented by Historic Pools of England

    Strand Lido recognised for historic significance

    Published: Monday, 13th May 2024

    It’s time for a stroll down memory lane - or to be more precise, a paddle down memory swimming lane…

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