See extracts from the latest Harrier. Please send any news and articles for The Marsh Harrier magazine by the 15th of each month to Maureen Akers 01797 344628.
The village and parish of Brookland, located between Walland Marsh and Romney Marsh in south Kent. For a location map, please click here. See photographs of the 2011 Fete.
Brookland is a village and civil parish in the Shepway district of Kent, England, about five miles west of New Romney. According to the 2001 census it had a population of 453. It is located on the A259 road in Romney Marsh.
The parish church of St Augustine has the unusual, if not unique, feature of an entirely wooden spire being separate from the body of the church. Various popular tales are told as to why this is but the proper explanation is it is separate as the weight can not be supported by the marshy ground. Inside the church there is a round lead font dating from the 1100s. Around its circumference are panels with reliefs showing the 12 Zodiac signs and the typical labours of each month. Read more details about the belltower. For parish church visit information, click here.
Brookland is a pretty village but has changed in recent years to include more residential dwellings. As late as 1970 there were 5 shops, a tea room, a garage, blacksmith, abattoir, a vicar and 2 pubs. Sadly, only the pubs remain. The Royal Oak is situated in the village by the church, whilst the Woolpack Inn continues to operate one mile south of the village. The nearest general stores are now at Appledore (5 miles), Hamstreet (6 miles) and New Romney (6 miles). [Based on WikiPedia entry]
A former Parish Councillor proposed that the diseased trees which were removed from the Village Hall grounds could be replaced with ornamental trees donated in memory of a loved one. It has been suggested that a Memorial Book within the Village Hall could record the name of the preson to be remembered along with the species and location of the tree planted.
The Parish Council have taken advice from an Arborealist with regard to suitable trees to plant and would like to hear from anyone who is interested in doing so.
Contact Colin Hill on 01797 344 464.
The Village Hall, Boarmans Lane, Brookland, Kent TN29 9RG is available for hire.
An attractive modern building in traditional design. Accommodates 100 people with catering facilities on premises.
Contact the Booking Clerk, Mel Andrews 01797 344005 for hire prices.
The Village Hall Committee Needs You!!
New members and volunteers sought to help as committee members,
also a caretaker/handyman.
Please speak to Diana Roper 01797 344757 for more details.
Brookland Clubs and Organisations
Brookland Events Diary
Wednesday 15th February 2012 -- deadline for the March Marsh Harrier articles and news to Maureen Akers.
Monday 20th February 2012 at 7.15pm in Brookland Village Hall -- Brookland Parish Council Meeting. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
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First Saturday monthly, 10am to Noon -- Brookland Village Hall Market.
15th of each month -- Deadline for the Marsh Harrier magazine news and articles.
Fourth Friday monthly, 1.30pm to 3.30pm -- Caring Altogether on Romney Marsh meeting in the Village Hall with light refreshments, good company and useful information.
Parent and Toddler Workshop - 9.30am to 11am Tuesdays (termtime only) in Village Hall. £1.50 per session. Contact Maria Cornwell 01797 363872.
Sunshine Club - 2pm to 4pm on 2nd Thursday monthly in Village Hall. Any over 60's welcome to join our happy bunch of friends, £10 subscription per year. Contact Molly Fuller 01797 344522.
Brookland Singers - We practise on various Saturdays and other days with a monthly performance at Evensong in Brookland Church. New voices and parts welcomed. Contact Sylvia Pegge on 01797 344250 for more information.
Brookland Bell Ringers - 7.30pm to 9pm Tuesdays at St Augustine's Parish Church. New recruits age 15 to 75 years welcome, contact Ken Abrey 01797 344300 for more information.
Brookland Youth Club - 7pm to 9pm every other Wednesday at Brookland Village Hall. For youngsters aged 11-17 years. Contact 01797 344750 for more details.
Friends of Brookland School - An organisation of parents, teachers and friends supporting the village primary school. Contact school office 01797 344317 for more details.
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Cricket Club - plays home matches at The Balcombs, Old House Lane, Brookland, TN29 9RN. New players and supporters wanted, contact David Rhys Jones (Chairman) on 01797 344215. |
Football Club - new details required, please.
Yoga Class - meet at Brookland Village Hall on the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Saturday mornings monthly from 9am to 10.30am.
Brenzett 7-11 Club - every Tuesday 5pm to 7pm at Brenzett village hall. For children aged 4-11 years, entry £1.00.
Mobile Library - every Wednesday at 9.35am to 9.50am outside Brookland parish church.
Police - PCSO Denis Connolly is the local Community Support Officer for Brookland and the Romney Marsh area. Denis can be contacted on mobile 07772 226 103 or non-emergency 01622 690690. Email: 56518@kent.pnn.police.uk
If you want your local club or society details here, please contact either the Parish Clerk (judith.batt@btinternet.com) or webmaster@brookland.org.uk
For all Cemetery Burial Ground and Parish Council enquiries,
please contact the
Clerk, Mrs J. Batt
Keg Barn,
Shadoxhurst,
Ashford, Kent TN26 1HX
Tel: 01233 733994.
Email: judith.batt@btinternet.com
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Last revision:
28-Jan-2012
Clive Stanley Associates