Help us protect Otford as you shop!

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Did you know you can support The Otford Society every time you shop online at no extra cost to you? By using easyfundraising, over 8,000 retailers (including Amazon, Argos, John Lewis, Booking.com and M&S) will donate a small percentage of what you spend directly to us. It’s simple to get started: 1️⃣ Sign up for free: https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/the-otford-society/2️⃣ Before you shop, go to easyfundraising and find your retailer3️⃣ Shop as normal—and a donation will be made automaticallyThere are no hidden fees or catches – just an easy way to help us continue protecting our village from large-scale development.Thank you for your support!

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HAVE YOUR SAY NOW – DEVELOPMENT NEAR OTFORD

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HAVE YOUR SAY NOW - DEVELOPMENT NEAR OTFORD Many of you will be aware of Sevenoaks District Council's emerging Local Plan that proposes the building of thousands of new houses in the immediate vicinity of Otford.  The map above shows the locations and numbers of new houses. The Otford Society wants YOUR views and we are asking all village residents to complete a short survey by clicking here The Otford Society is holding a meeting for village residents in Otford Village Memorial Hall on Wednesday 26th November at 7pm where you can find out the results of our survey, share your views, join the Society and if you wish. make donations to the Village Protection Fund. Whatever your views, we want to hear them - please respond to the survey now!  Our commitment to you is that we will represent the views of the majority of village residents in the strongest terms. If you'd like to join as a member for just £5 a year click here.  All subscriptions taken between now and the village meeting will go straight to the Village Protection Fund. We'd also encourage everyone to respond to the formal Public Consultation that  is running util 11th December which you can access here Finally, there are District council Drop in Sessions in Otford Village Memorial Hall on Tuesday 25th November - you must register in advance to attend one of these and you can do so here.

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Celebrating 25 years of the Otford Solar System!

This year marks the 25th anniversary of the Otford Solar System, and we’re giving it a space-age makeover! Thanks to a generous donation from Otford Parish Council, we’re installing a new colourful interpretation board and updating each planet marker with new signage featuring QR codes linking to fun and informative videos - perfect for visitors of all ages. We’re also adding what3words locations to help you navigate the solar system with ease (no more ending up at Pluto when you were heading to Mars!). Join us for the re-launch celebration on Saturday 26th July at 12 noon, at the far end of the recreation ground near the Sun marker.  At this event Janice McLean President of the British Astronomical Association will be unveiling the new interpretation board, and you can enjoy a glass of prosecco (free for Otford Society members!) and treat yourself to an ice cream while we toast this cosmic occasion. Can’t make the launch? No problem! You’ll be able to visit the Otford Solar System at your own leisure. There’s a whole universe waiting for you - right here in Otford.

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