Frequent Questions | Whitfield Parish Council

When is the next Parish Council Meeting?

Parish Council meetings are usually held on the second Tuesday of the month, except in August and December. Meetings start at 7.30pm and are normally held in the Sports Pavilion on the Recreation Ground off Cranleigh Drive.

A Calendar of meetings can be found on the Parish Council notice boards and there is also a calendar on this web site : Calendar of Parish Meetings.

Agendas are added a few days before the meeting is due to take place.

Am I allowed to speak at Parish Council meetings?

Early on the Agenda of each Parish Council meeting there is the opportunity for members of the public to speak during the ten-minute public participation session. Any matters may be raised at this point of the meeting. District and Councty Councillors often attend the meeting and can sometimes contribute to the discussion.

If you wish to raise an issue and you feel this time would not be sufficient or appropriate, please speak to the Parish Clerk or one of the Councillors at least seven days before the meeting.

Can I advertise my group’s event on this site?

Yes. Local groups and organisations are welcome to submit details of forthcoming events for inclusion on the Community Events page.

Please send full details to the Parish Clerk (by email if possible); full contact details can be found on the Contact Us Page.

Can I book a football pitch for a match?

Yes, subject to availability.

Please contact the Parish Clerk for further details.

How do I book the Village Hall?

The Village Hall is run by the Whitfield Village Hall Management Committee. This well-appointed facility in the heart of the village has two halls and full disabled access. Both halls are available for private hire when not being used for regular activities.

Further details can be obtained from the Whitfield Village Hall Booking Secretary; Mrs Angela Gibbins. Telephone: 0773 7094335 – Email: gibbinsa@sky.com

How do I submit an article or advert for the ‘Whitfield News’?

The Whitfield News is a long running periodic news and events Magazine that is edited by Roger Knight , who will be happy to receive information about local events, reports of activities and requests from prospective advertisers. Roger can be contacted on 01304 821000 or admin@rkgraphics.co.uk

You can also keep up to date with Village News and reports by going to the Whitfield News Website whitfieldvillage.com

How do I comment on a Planning Application?

Dover District Council are responsible for processing and determination of all Planning Applications in the Parish of Whitfield.

DDC advertise each application made to them and invite comments from the Public. Anyone can submit a comment on a planning application.

Advice and information on commenting and other aspects of planning in Whitfield can be found on This Websites Planning Pages