3 March 2026 - Council Business
Update to Marden Parish Council’s previous statement dated 23rd February 2026
An update to our previous statement
Welcome to Marden
Marden is an English civil parish within the district of Maidstone and the county of Kent
Marden is situated approximately 8 miles south of the County Town of Maidstone with its excellent shopping, educational and recreational facilities. The Parish of Marden, which includes Chainhurst, consists of mainly mixed farming and has a population of just over 5000. It is in an area renowned for the growing of apples and hops. The village benefits from local shops including a Post Office, three Convenience Stores, Butchers and Bakers. The village boasts three Public Houses, all of which serve good food and the Village Club. There is also a Chinese take-away, fish and chip/kebab shop, two cafes and two Indian restaurants. The village is well served by its successful Medical Centre, Dentist, Hairdressers, Barbers, Beauty Salon as well as two Garages and Veterinary Surgery.
Contact Info
- 01622 832305
- 07376 287981
- clerk@mardenkent-pc.gov.uk
Parish Office,
Goudhurst Road,
Marden,
Kent,
TN12 9JX
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Area Information
Stats
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Population Estimate
3866
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District
Maidstone
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County
Kent
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Region
South East
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Country
England
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Postcode District
TN12, ME15, ME17, ME18, TN17
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Dialling Code
01622
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Police Force
Kent Police Force
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Fire Authority
Kent Fire and Rescue Service
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Health Area
NHS Kent and Medway CCG