The Kent County Society

As a result of the decision taken at the Association's 2024 Annual General Meeting to supend activities at the County level, much of the information on this site, particularly that which relates to county-wide activities, is now out-of-date. The County Chair is currently working to implement the membership's decision. Once this is complete, the website will be updated to reflect the current situation.

Blessing of the Waters

For many years the Association has taken part in The Blessing of the Waters service which takes place around the time of the Feast of St James, the Patron Saint of oyster fishermen (25 July). It is held on Reeves Beach in Whitstable, and is preceeded by a parade from St Peter’s Church, which stops at Starvation Point to remember the merchant seamen of Whitstable who served during the World Wars.

This event is open to the public and all Members of the Association are welcome to attend.

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Blessing of the Waters 2023

A number of Members of the Association, including the County Chairman, attended the annual Blessing of the Waters service at Reeve's Beach in Whitstable on 27 July.

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Photo by David Woodnott

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HRH The Duke of Kent
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President:
The Lady Colgrain

 

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ADMIN

With the removal of government restrictions imposed in response to concerns about the coronavirus, it is to be hoped that there can be a resumption of Association and Branch activities. However, it is recognised that it is necessary for people to remain cautious and, consequently, it may be prudent to limit or cancel any scheduled event, possibly on short notice. All plans should, therefore, be considered as tentative and Members should check before travelling to any activity or event.