Tag Archives: Canterbury

Postboxes are being taped up across Kent as Royal Mail introduces upgraded solar-powered versions that can be used to send parcels. Residents have noticed many of the iconic pillar boxes wrapped in black plastic in recent months, along with a sign reading: “Out of service. Automated system coming soon.” Dozens …

There’s absolutely no question that one of Kent’s most distinctive characteristics is its breathtaking and vast countryside that genuinely gives our county the credentials to be dubbed The Garden of England. Tucked away within this very landscape are countless delightful and picturesque villages that each deserve recognition in their own …

Royal Mail says it is working to clear a busy Kent delivery office by Christmas Eve amid complaints of postal delays across one district. Residents in Canterbury, Whitstable and Herne Bay have reported receiving letters and parcels up to 10 days late in the run-up to the festive season. Royal …

A man has been missing from Canterbury for more than two weeks. Kent Police has issued two images of Luke Brown, 31, in a renewed appeal to find him. His family is “desperate” to hear from him and know he is okay, said police. Mr Brown was reported missing on …

With Christmas now just around the corner, details have been confirmed on the changes to bin collections around Kent over the festive period. Across each of the 13 districts, alterations to waste pickups vary from place to place, so it can be a little confusing knowing when to actually pop …

Stunning rural backdrops, acres of land, large beautiful houses and a tight community spirit. Those are almost-guaranteed aspects of life in one of Kent’s gorgeous villages. Our beautiful county has dozens of pretty settlements to choose from – some coastal, others closer to London. And some you may never have …

A snake has been spotted on the loose near Canterbury city centre. The reptile was seen slithering along the pavement near Royal Mail’s delivery office in Military Road. The corn snake has been seen on the loose in Military Road, Canterbury. Picture: Rebecca Ewing Residents had previously reported seeing an …

A postbox is out of action after opportunistic birds set up home inside it. Villagers in Breach near Canterbury have been warned not to use the Royal Mail receptacle, so as to avoid disturbing the nesting birds. A postbox is out of action in Breach near Canterbury due to birds …

Kent has a rich and colourful history, but there are some facts that are absolutely astounding. There is something about Kent that seems to attract people. Whether it is the Romans or the rich and famous, people seem to fall in love with the county. Read more: The fascinating stories …

The devastated family of a fit and healthy postman who died from Covid-19 aged 55 is urging everyone to take the infection extremely seriously. Dad-of-three Tony James delivered mail to hundreds of homes in the Upper and Lower Hardes and Nackington area for 25 years where he was hugely popular …