As we say goodbye to the Hoods who are closing the doors of the Woolpack on 24th May 2026 we asked what happens next. Apparently the pub will be shut for a while but will then be reopened by the brewery Punch. Whether this is permanent or a temporary solution we are not sure. Watch this space to find out more.

Ali and the Woolpack team would like to thank all old & new customers that have supported them through the years and invite you to their leaving party on 22nd May 2026 from 4pm with live music - a final fairwell party - in the IWADE WHATS ON.

Essential building work started Monday 30 March 2026 at Iwade Health Centre to enhance facilities - there may be noise, restricted access and possible delays. Do attend appointments as normal but allow extra time for your visit and follow signs and instructions and MPA commit to provide safe, high-quality care and will do everything we can to keep disruption to a minimum and thank you for your patience and understanding.

Have you driven the flyover recently with the new traffic lights? Mixed reviews on social media with differing views on who makes the call Jacksons or KCC!

Having driven it today 10th April 20f26 there were 3 lanes now open most of the way round and traffic lights seemed better set with some not on. See for yourself!

The latest email from Jacksons says - "To ensure the gyratory begins to operate in its full capacity, we have removed most of the traffic management cones from various sections of site where we are currently doing no works. The traffic lights on the A249 south bound exit slip road will be switched on as soon as BT completes their works on the slip road and remove their traffic management. As we continue with finishing works around site, we will only install traffic management, when necessary, for the safety of our work force."

Nearly there Iwade although reading the Jackson update maybe those were the lights not on so they'll be on at some point soon!

March Toy Story at the new Family Film Club was a great success and they even had Buzz Lightyear with us! Next Family Film Club in All Saints is 3.00 on Sunday, 26th April. Movies to vote for are

Up - Moana two - Zootropolis two - Monsters Inc. - Star Wars - A new hope

Email votes to kingdomclown@gmail.com and keep an eye on the IWADE WHATS ON for next date choice of film will be posted on the church noticeboard a week prior

Iwade Tours are a non-profit making village-run organisation, with a simple mission: bringing villagers, their family and friends together for comfortable, enjoyable, and worry-free outings. And they add a few luxuries along the way.

A recent tour to Essex enjoyed by Erika and Faye included a stop at Thaxted to see the church where Gustav Holst played the organ and other historical buildings. It also passed through the beautiful Essex Rodings before visiting the Lodge Family Coach Museum for lunch and a ride on a vintage coach.

The organisers Elizabeth and Matthew join every trip and make everyone feel looked after as well as making sure that everything runs smoothly. Visits are well planned with a good balance of beautiful scenery and fascinating history.

There is a wide range of complimentary hot and cold drinks and snacks on offer onboard and the Tour Guides are entertaining and full of interesting tales about the places visited.

You can find Iwade Tours dates and trips in the IwadeVillage WHATS ON and get in touch to get booked on! Erika and Faye highly recommend!

Following September Parish Council, IPC have written to object to the application to build 156 residential dwellings as follows:

• Swale Borough Councils 5 year housing target is 5,502. Planning applications for 7,000 new homes in Swale have already been approved.
• The proposed Highsted Park development, if approved, would supply 8,400 new homes.
• Iwade Parish Council are in the process of organising an independent traffic survey to assess how the increase in housing in Iwade will impact traffic in the village.
• The proposal includes 40% social housing. The plans show they are all allocated in one area together, social housing should be spread throughout the estate.
• The proposed housing mix plan shows apartments to be built at the entrance of the housing development adjacent to Sheppey Way. This is not in keeping with the character and appearance of the local area.
• The local infrastructure cannot cope with increased housing; nurseries, schools and the GP surgery.
• Iwade Stream runs between these two developments and any increase in surface water runoff/allowing water into this waterway, will increase the risk of flooding in the centre of the village.
• With climate change and increased rainfall during winter developers should be doing all they can to protect existing properties from flooding and not exacerbate the risk. There is no water attenuation provision in the Sheppey Way section.
• This land is not allocated on Swales Local Plan for development.
• Swale Borough Council have already approved 512 new homes to be built in Iwade.

On this basis Iwade Parish Council would like to call this planning application into the planning committee and ask that the decision on the above application is delayed due to the above factors.

It was lovely to meet Iwade Friendship Club at Iwade Barn this week what a welcoming group of ladies. Would you like to join them? Every other week at Iwade Barn on a Monday from 10.30am to midday just £1 which includes a hot drink. Often a speaker and time for a chat. Keep an eye on the WHATS ON for the next date and pop along you will be made very welcome. You can also join their Facebook group if you would like to. And you can find them in the DIRECTORY under CLUBS and ACTIVITIES >>

Iwade Health Centre welcome new patients according to the banner outside telephone 01795 413100 or pop in to the centre in Monins Road

The development of 466 properties including a new village hall and a country park is now much more evident as the development area has been fully fenced off both at the Wigeon Road end and at the back of Woodpecker Park. If you have noticed a planning application to demolish the current village hall we understand that this will not be done until the new village hall in a different location is ready but we will investigate further. You can view the planning application including all the drawings and documents on this link. Watch this space for more information as we get it.