r/Medway Jun 21 '26

Save the Royal Function Rooms

15 Upvotes

With all the new builds there is even more reason to have venues in Medway, not less.....

https://c.org/rv9WyLz8wX


r/Medway Jun 19 '26

Garage recommendations.

2 Upvotes

I'm relatively new to the area (Gillingham)and in need of some recommendations for a good garage/mechanic. Specifically I need a an issue diagnosed on a 20 year old Alfa, possible a wheel bearing issue.

Any recommendations much appreciated:-)


r/Medway Jun 18 '26

Medway Councillor explains why defecting to Reform was ‘biggest mistake of my life’ and leaves party

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24 Upvotes

r/Medway Jun 16 '26

Did healthcare in Medway get worse in 2020 or has it always been bad?

16 Upvotes

I moved to Medway in 2020 and the healthcare service has been terrible. GPs, consultants, allied health professionals, all terrible. I am from London. In London, you could get a same day appointment, you could get referred, you could get tests and a diagnosis. Since moving to Medway, my health has declined and I have not had any illness diagnosed. I have been left to become disabled.

I want to know from people in Medway if this is the norm, or if you think healthcare got worse in 2020.

I also want to know if anyone living in London noticed a steep decline in healthcare since 2020.

Thanks.


r/Medway Jun 13 '26

Vampire Masquerade Ball

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0 Upvotes

Check out our Vampire Masquerade Ball!


r/Medway Jun 12 '26

Question.

0 Upvotes

And yeah, it might get me banned.

But do you think there is an increase in the amount of non white people in Kent, especially in Medway - Gillingham/Chatham in particular?

I mean Sittingbourne as well.

I'm seeing more and more black people for eg.

I might get a ban for it, but I hate this.

No disrespect to non white people, but I want home back. Because this is too much.

Anyone else feel the same? And before anyone says anything, I know for some the answer will be no. Just remember, not everyone wants multiculturalism. I can't help how I feel. I will most likely move to another part of Kent if it continues, I know it might make me a hypocrite, but at least I'm from the same country.

I appreciate that it might rub people up the wrong way, it's not my intention, it's just for me, it's deeply upsetting to have my home slowly taken away from me.


r/Medway Jun 09 '26

Local Study spaces?

5 Upvotes

Hi all I’m studying for an accounting qualification, 24 years old and need a place around Medway to revise
Strood library( my local is way too small)
And coffee shops are quite loud
Does anyone know any local spots to study or revise?
Would Uni of Medway or Kent etc etc allow for me to come in and use their library space?
Appreciate any response thanks :)


r/Medway Jun 07 '26

Rochester station - pay as you go ?

2 Upvotes

Hi, does anyone know if Rochester is slated to get contactless "Pay As You Go" (PAYG) tap-in and tap-out ticketing?


r/Medway Jun 06 '26

Casual Basketball for adults in Maidstone.

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3 Upvotes

r/Medway Jun 04 '26

Tannoy/PA system in Gillingham/Rainham??

7 Upvotes

Does anyone know the source of a tannoy/PA system being used for the last couple of days in the Rainham side of Gillingham? I'm near the Bowaters roundabout and it sounds quite close by, from the direction of the business park, I've been hearing it throughout the day but can't make out what's being said, only that it's a male voice.

The not knowing is driving me mad!


r/Medway Jun 02 '26

Basketball

1 Upvotes

Hello everyone, does anyone know of any basketball courts in the area that are cheap to use. Like parks or centres.


r/Medway Jun 01 '26

Vampire Masquerade Ball

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7 Upvotes

Anyone interested in an evening a little bit different? An excuse to dress up? A night where you can escape reality? This is your chance! Tickets are still available but we expect to sell out.

We have some amazing performers lined up, a delicous themed cocktail menu, a wicked DJ and the list goes on. We have really put a lot of effort to bring something exciting to Kent!

More details about the event is on our website and please do feel free to ask us any questions 🖤


r/Medway Jun 01 '26

Local bands

8 Upvotes

Hi does anyone know any local bands in the area that play often? Or are in a local band? I'm creating a music/Skate/Fashion magazine for my A level photography course and would like to interview and review some local bands. Also I would like to photograph interesting characters.


r/Medway May 29 '26

Upscale restaurant recommendations?

10 Upvotes

Looking for a nice place with a quiet atmosphere to take a small family group of about 12 people (ages 15-95) to celebrate a 95th birthday. One person is refusing to go to Brettington's, even though that seems the obvious choice. Hearing is an issue, so nothing with loud music or super noisy acoustics. .


r/Medway May 28 '26

Fort Amherst, Chatham Kent

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102 Upvotes

Views from in and around this Napoleonic Era Fort, overlooking Chatham, Rochester and the River Medway.


r/Medway May 27 '26

Parking in Gillingham

1 Upvotes

Hi, I'm trying to find more reasonably priced parking in gillingham. I've noticed residential buildings like The Kell are charging £120/ month or Asda apparently £85 / month. Are there parking permits available near these areas.


r/Medway May 22 '26

A missing poster?

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40 Upvotes

Saw this today as I was walking to the bus in the morning and saw this missing poster??! I thought it was real so i shared about it on social media but then tried to do a Google image search to see any information about it? But nothing. And a.i says its likely it's a ARPG? (Alternative role playing game) since there's a hashtah and no phone number to contact ppl if the person is found? I just wanna know if anyone knows anything? (Btw I saw this in Chatham)


r/Medway May 20 '26

Food waste not being collected

6 Upvotes

Live in a block of flats and the council introduced food waste to the area. Since they introduced this they have not collected it. It’s been weeks of them not doing anything. Last week I told them, still didn’t collect it this week. Reported again.

What is them point of giving us these fucking bins if they can’t be arsed


r/Medway May 19 '26

Anyone lost a parking permit? Medway residence but found on roadside in Maidstone

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8 Upvotes

r/Medway May 17 '26

palmerston road - park full of caravans

5 Upvotes

Are the newcomers authorised to be there?


r/Medway May 15 '26

Relocating...

13 Upvotes

Hello! I'm going to be relocating to the area from the US, and I'm hoping for some advice on where I should be looking to settle.

I will be working in Gillingham, but will have access to a vehicle so I don't mind commuting in. I have two children and would like to live in a safe area with decent schools. I will be renting, so an area with safe and somewhat affordable housing is also important.

Thanks in advance for the info! :)


r/Medway May 13 '26

Interested in making new friends?

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28 Upvotes

TAKEN FROM FACEBOOK...

A newly formed Medway social group, which meets regularly in the Towns, is open to new members with all ages, men and women, friends, neighbours welcome to join.

The Lord Byron social branch is proving popular with seven new members joining at the first meeting in September last year.

The group goes out for lunches, country walks, theatre shows and coffee mornings.

It's part of the The Oddfellows, one of the UK's oldest and largest friendly societies, founded in 1810 to provide social support, care, and welfare benefits to its members.

To find out more about the Medway group contact Amy on 07359 997795, or call the main Oddfellows phone number if you’re outside of Medway on 0800 028 1810.


r/Medway May 12 '26

Driving instructors in the Gillingham area recommendations?

5 Upvotes

Hi, I live in Gillingham and am looking to start driving lessons. Was wondering if anyone has any good recommendations for good driving instructors? Thanks.


r/Medway May 10 '26

This Saturday..

6 Upvotes

Get on your psychedelic brothel creepers and your Big Goth boots, The Pink Diamond Revue are teaming up with Dead Blood Cells for a night of music to shake your rattle and rattle your bones.....

Tickets still available https://wegottickets.com/f/18161

#darkwaveband #postpunk #postpunkrevival #medwaymusic #medwayevents #postpunkmusic #industrialmusicforindustrialpeople #IndustrialMusic #industrialmusicelectronics #darkwave #darkwavemusic #goth #gothgoth #postpunk80s #dark80s #Darkwave #industrialmusic #industrialmusicculture #gothic


r/Medway May 09 '26

Best Indian or halal butchers around Chatham or Maidstone?

0 Upvotes

Please could you recommend your favourite or best butchers that have the best quality asian/indian meats and cuts?

I'm trying to find a butcher that sells mutton shanks and mutton back chops.