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Greggs opens ‘Bitesize Greggs’ in Dartford Station

Greggs, a leading UK food-on-the-go retailer, is delighted to announce the opening of a ‘Bitesize Greggs’ in Dartford Station. This recently launched smaller shop format enables the Company to offer a range iconic products to more customers in high-footfall, prime...

Success for Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) at prestigious national awards

Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) is proud to celebrate success at the national Air Ambulances UK (AAUK) Awards of Excellence held at Telford International Centre on Wednesday 3 December, and hosted by Dr. Dawn Harper. We are delighted to announce that...

Government greenlights record breaking Lower Thames Crossing tunnelling machine

Momentum is growing on National Highways' Lower Thames Crossing, with the process of buying one of the world's largest tunneling machines now under way – just days after funding for the scheme was announced in the budget. In a significant milestone for the project, it...

Let’s talk EBSA

Emotional Based School Avoidance is a subject that has become a widespread situation for many families. Once referred to as ‘school refusal’ – experts realised that this was not the correct term. Most of these children want to be in school. They want to learn, but...

DARTFORD FC WOMEN | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET MEGHAN MCKEAG

The 15th of November saw Dartford take on Chichester City at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Meghan McKeag, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: Meghan McKeag has been a member...

DARTFORD FC | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET CALLUM JONES

The 15th of November saw Dartford take on Chichester City at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Callum Jones, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: This is Callum Jones' second...

AN UPWARD SPIRAL: STEVE FRANKLIN RETURNS WITH A NEW STORY – AND CONTINUES DONATING £1 PER BOOK TO ELLENOR

Once upon a time, on a sunny Sunday afternoon in the local park, a young girl called Billie came across a little lost snail with a fantastic golden shell. * So begins the tale of The Golden Snail – a children’s book written and illustrated by Steve Franklin and...

The Giving Tree Returns to Bluewater this Christmas

Bluewater has announced the return of its popular Giving Tree in support of a variety of children’s and family charities across Kent and the South East. The charity drive will help over 45 local organisations in the run up to Christmas this year, including: ellenor...

Happy 105th birthday to DBC tenant Betty Bullock

Not just anyone can boast about getting birthday cards from both Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III – but Betty Bullock can. The retired nurse from Temple Hill turned 105 on Wednesday, November 26. To celebrate Betty’s birthday, and 66 years as a Dartford Borough...

DARTFORD FC WOMEN | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET MYA LEWIS-POWELL

Back on the 8th of November, Dartford took on Wingate & Finchley at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Mya Lewis-Powell, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: Mya Lewis-Powell...
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Dartford Borough Council celebrates the borough’s greatest businesses

Over 400 guests filled the Grand Marquee in Bluewater on Thursday night for the Dartford Business Awards, where local businesses were recognised for their outstanding contributions to the community. It was another fantastic year for entries with over 50 local...

The Dartford Business Awards 2025 have launched

The Dartford Business Awards are back for 2025, and will celebrate the inspiring companies and individuals who have given so much to the borough. As ever, Dartford Borough Council is organising the awards with several core partners, sponsors and local ambassadors....

Forward2Employment: Empowering Young People with SEND to Succeed in the Workforce

Forward2Employment works alongside Fortis Trust to support young people, with Special Educational Needs & Disabilities (SEND), in Kent, to find permanent and purposeful employment. We provide Supported Internships for young adults, with an Education, Health and...

Home Instead Dartford Commits to Environmental Sustainability by Offsetting All Carbon Emissions

Home Instead Dartford, a leading local provider of in-home care for older adults, is taking significant action to reduce its environmental footprint by committing to offset 100% of its carbon emissions. This ambitious step covers all aspects of the business's...

Sourdough Bread – Stanhill Farm

We are pleased to announce that from the middle of April we will have sourdough bread available! Produced locally by baker, Sourdough Mikate, we will be offering a range of nine different varieties of sourdough bread. Sourdough has been requested by many customers...

Remote work culture is here to stay, believe Dartford residents.

By Qashish Dhiraj Mehta In the world of remote work, your office is wherever your creativity feels most inspired. In recent times, the concept of remote work has gained significant traction across the globe, with the UK being one of the leading nations taking on this...

The Dartford Business Awards 2025 have launched

The Dartford Business Awards are back for 2025, and will celebrate the inspiring companies and individuals who have given so much to the borough. As ever, Dartford Borough Council is organising the awards with several core partners, sponsors and local ambassadors....

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DARTFORD FC WOMEN | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET MEGHAN MCKEAG

The 15th of November saw Dartford take on Chichester City at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Meghan McKeag, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: Meghan McKeag has been a member...

DARTFORD FC | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET CALLUM JONES

The 15th of November saw Dartford take on Chichester City at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Callum Jones, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: This is Callum Jones' second...

DARTFORD FC WOMEN | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET MYA LEWIS-POWELL

Back on the 8th of November, Dartford took on Wingate & Finchley at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Mya Lewis-Powell, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: Mya Lewis-Powell...

DARTFORD FC | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET JACOB BLAND

Back on the 8th of November, Dartford took on Wingate & Finchley at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to Jacob Bland, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: Jacob Bland arrived at...

DARTFORD FC WOMEN | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET PARIS SMITH

Last Saturday saw Dartford take on Welling United at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to versatile attacker Paris Smith, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: If you cast your minds...

DARTFORD FC | CLASS OF 2025-26 | MEET JOE TENNENT

Last Saturday saw Dartford take on Welling United at Bericote Powerhouse Princes Park. Chris Palmer spoke to defender Joe Tennent, who featured in the matchday programme for that fixture. For those who missed it, here is the article: Joe Tennent arrived at the...

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Cinnamon Rolls

These are a lot easier than you think and easily adaptable to fill with your own choice of flavours. You could try adding dried or fresh fruit or chocolate/toffee chips. And experiment with the spices/flavours in the roll. You will need: For the Buns: 200ml Milk 50g...

Banana and Choc Chip muffins

These Banana and Choc Chip muffins are delicious and a wonderful way to use up bananas that have gone a little past their best. I have used Tulip Muffin cases – you can make these easily using Baking Paper – cut squares with each side measuring 15cm. Dampen the paper...

Old School Jammy Coconut Sponge

What you need: 220g Margarine 220g Caster Sugar 4 Eggs 220g Self Raising Flour 75g Desiccated Coconut 1 tsp Vanilla Extract. Jam (of your choice) 50g Desiccated Coconut For the custard: 450ml Whole Milk 3 Large Egg Yolks 1 Tbsp Sugar 2 Tsp Plain Flour (or Cornflour if...

Vanilla Baked Cheesecake

This vanilla cheesecake is delicious on it’s own – or topped with grated chocolate or a fruit coulis. Replace some of the sour cream with Irish cream or chocolate liqueur for an extra special dessert! You’ll need For the base: 200g Digestive Biscuits 100g Block butter...

Fruity ‘Festive Leftovers’ Crumble bars.

I always buy too much festive mincemeat and usually have Christmas Pudding left after Christmas, so this is a great recipe to use some of these up in a delicious, sweet treat. For other times of the year you could swap the mincemeat layer for frozen berries or stewed...

Recipe: Christmas Gingerbread House

These are a great, delicious treat to make with the kids for Christmas! And easier than you would imagine! In our house I make the gingerbread and assemble, then leave my partner and the kids to decorate! Chaos! As always, you can adjust the amount of spice you add or...

Chocolate Tart Recipe

This month’s recipe seems very indulgent but is quite simple to make. You can make the pastry the day before. Swap 50g of the Plain Flour for Cocoa Powder in the pastry if you like. And feel free to swirl raspberries or caramel sauce through the chocolate filling mix...

Flapjacks

This is an easy recipe for delicious flapjacks. Stir all the ingredients together in the saucepan before finishing off in the Oven or Air Fryer.Make them with your favourite spread – and, once cut into bars, they can be frozen for a quick afterschool treat. If you...

Vanilla Cupcakes

I’ve been looking back at the recipes I’ve featured in Dartford Living and I’ve realised it’s been a long time since I shared my most baked, and most basic, recipe. I love the idea that, once you learn this method, it will serve you well forever! I often find myself...

Chocolate NYC style Cookies

Super indulgent and chunky, these cookies are delicious and look really impressive. You could swap some of the Chocolate to include fudge pieces or mini marshmallows. You will need:120g Unsalted Butter175g Light Brown Sugar1 Egg1 tsp Vanilla Extract250g Plain Flour40g...
Banana and Choc Chip muffins

Banana and Choc Chip muffins

These Banana and Choc Chip muffins are delicious and a wonderful way to use up bananas that have gone a little past their best. I have used Tulip Muffin cases – you can make these easily using Baking Paper – cut squares with each side measuring 15cm. Dampen the paper...

Old School Jammy Coconut Sponge

Old School Jammy Coconut Sponge

What you need: 220g Margarine 220g Caster Sugar 4 Eggs 220g Self Raising Flour 75g Desiccated Coconut 1 tsp Vanilla Extract. Jam (of your choice) 50g Desiccated Coconut For the custard: 450ml Whole Milk 3 Large Egg Yolks 1 Tbsp Sugar 2 Tsp Plain Flour (or Cornflour if...

Vanilla Baked Cheesecake

Vanilla Baked Cheesecake

This vanilla cheesecake is delicious on it’s own – or topped with grated chocolate or a fruit coulis. Replace some of the sour cream with Irish cream or chocolate liqueur for an extra special dessert! You’ll need For the base: 200g Digestive Biscuits 100g Block butter...