Welcome to Valley Conservation Society
“Protecting and Enhancing the Valleys of South Maidstone for the Benefit of Residents, Wildlife and Visitors.”
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Forthcoming events
Saturday, 13 June
Spring walk – With Maidstone’s ‘Big day out’
This year’s Spring Walk is bigger than usual, joining forces with Maidstone Borough Council’s Big Day Out for an extended route through the Loose conservation area.
Starting from Hayle Park Nature Reserve (parking via Teasaucer Hill and Hayle Place), the walk will explore new areas including land managed by the Loose Amenities Association, Bockingford, and VCS land at Crisbrook.
The walk finishes with tea and cakes in the garden of Hayle Place Manor House.
Meet at 10:00am • Free event
Sunday, 21 June 2026
An Evening of Opera with Yuri Sabatini
Join us for another unforgettable summer evening as acclaimed Italian tenor Yuri Sabatini returns to the King George V Pavilion, Loose for a night of glorious opera.
Starting at 7:00pm, your £15 ticket includes a glass of Prosecco and delicious nibbles — the perfect accompaniment to an evening brimming with beautiful music and community spirit. Feel free to dress up and make it a special occasion!
Please note: the date has been rescheduled to Sunday, 21 June 2026, to avoid a clash with the funfair on the field. We look forward to celebrating this magical night of music with you in style.
Tickets – Available from Alan:
a128smith@btinternet.com or 07860 909903
Saturday, 18 July 2026
Summer Barn Dance
Join us for an open-air celebration featuring live music from Abby’s Ceilidh Band! We’re returning to the wonderful grounds of Hayle Place Manor House for an open-air celebration!
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Time: Gates open 3pm | Dancing 4pm – 7pm
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Tickets: £10 (Under 14s FREE)
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Food & Drink: BYO picnic, drinks, and seating (no refreshments provided on-site).
Grab your chairs and blankets for a fantastic afternoon of music and community spirit in the manor grounds. We’ll see you on the dance floor!
Tickets – Available from Alan:
a128smith@btinternet.com or 07860 909903
Friday, 23 October 2026
Autumn Quiz Night with Tovil Repair Cafe
Get ready for a fun and friendly evening as VCS teams up with the Tovil Repair Café for a special quiz night!
Gather your brainiest friends and form a team of up to six for a lively night of questions and good company.
Feel free to bring along your own snacks to keep you going—but please note that the club has a subsidised bar, so we kindly ask that you don’t bring your own drinks on this occasion.
Event Details:
- Venue: Tovil Working Men’s Club
- Teams: Up to 6 people
- Entry: £5 per person
Whether you’re in it to win or just for the laughs, we’d love to see you there! 🧠✨
Tickets – Available from Alan:
a128smith@btinternet.com or 07860 909903
New! – VCS AGM – April 2026
✨ What a great meeting! ✨
It was wonderful to see so many familiar, and new faces at our Annual General Meeting! Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate our progress, discuss our future plans, and share your ideas. Our community is what makes this conservation work possible. 💚You can download a copy of the agenda and report pack using the button on the right
📸 Calling All Local Photographers!
Feeling inspired after the meeting? We’re officially on the hunt for beautiful photos of Crisbrook Meadow and the surrounding Valley Conservation Area to feature in our 2027 calendar and greetings cards!
Whether you’re a pro with a DSLR or just enjoy a scenic stroll with your phone, we want to see the Valley through your lens. 📱✨
What we’re looking for:
- 🌄 Landscape shots (wider than they are tall)
- 📷 High quality (8MP or higher—most modern phones are perfect!)
- 🌿 Seasonal scenes from the meadows, ponds, woodlands, and nearby spots.
📩 How to send us your photos:
Please email your favourite shots to: valleycsphotos@gmail.com
2026 Membership – Join or renew now!
Meet the VCS Committee!
Crisbrook Meadow Management Plan
