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Pint of Politics

  • 27 Jul 2026
  • 7.30 pm - 10.00 pm
  • 27 Bergholt Road
    Colchester
    CO4 5AA

🍺 Fancy a pint and a chat?

Come along to our informal Pint of Politics evening at the Bricklayers Arms. Meet local Liberal Democrats, talk about the issues that matter to you, or just enjoy good conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.

Everyone is welcome – we'd love to see you there!

Sandgate District & County Councillor Advice Surgery

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The first Saturday of each month from 11-12.30pm at Sandgate Farmers Market in the Chichester Hall, 70 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AR;

Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!


Thank You Party

  • 02 Aug 2026
  • 3.00 pm - 5.00 pm
  • 1 Abingworth Crescent
    Pulborough
    RH20 3GW

Join us in celebration the election of 8 out of 8 county councillors in May 26. 

Brentwood Lib Dems Canvassing Session

  • 05 Aug 2026
  • 10.00 am - 12.00 pm
  • 3 Elizabeth Road
    Brentwood
    CM15 9NU

Join local members for a canvassing session in Brentwood, speaking to residents about the issues that are most important to them.

Those new to canvassing are very welcome and will be able to pair up with an experienced canvasser to understand more about how it all works.

Brentwood Lib Dems Canvassing Session

  • 06 Aug 2026
  • 10.00 am - 12.00 pm
  • Gloucester Road
    Brentwood
    CM15 9NA

Join local members for a canvassing session in Brentwood, speaking to residents about the issues that are most important to them.

Those new to canvassing are very welcome and will be able to pair up with an experienced canvasser to understand more about how it all works.

Brentwood Lib Dems Canvassing Session

  • 06 Aug 2026
  • 5.30 pm - 7.30 pm
  • Marconi Gardens
    Brentwood
    CM15 9QY

Join local members for a canvassing session in Brentwood, speaking to residents about the issues that are most important to them.

Those new to canvassing are very welcome and will be able to pair up with an experienced canvasser to understand more about how it all works.

Social [7PM] & a Brentwood Lib Dems Canvassing Session [5PM]

  • 07 Aug 2026
  • 5.00 pm - 7.00 pm
  • Orchard Lane
    Brentwood
    CM15 9RD

Join local members for a canvassing session in Brentwood, speaking to residents about the issues that are most important to them.

Those new to canvassing are very welcome and will be able to pair up with an experienced canvasser to understand more about how it all works.

After the session we will have a debrief, after which everyone is welcome to join for refreshment at a local pub.

Breakfast [9am] followed by a Canvassing Session [10am] with Brentwood Lib Dems

  • 08 Aug 2026
  • 10.00 am - 12.00 pm
  • Ongar Road
    Brentwood
    CM15 9HS

If joining for breakfast or a pre-canvassing coffee should meet at The Barnyard Cafe [off Ongar Road] from 9am. Those just joining for canvassing can meet at the BP Garage on Ongar Rd for 10am.

Join local members for a canvassing session in Brentwood, speaking to residents about the issues that are most important to them.

Those new to canvassing are very welcome and will be able to pair up with an experienced canvasser to understand more about how it all works.

LibDems at Wigan Pride 2026

  • 08 Aug 2026
  • 10.00 am - 4.00 pm
  • Market Place
    Wigan
    WN1 1PJ

Join the Wigan, Leigh & Makerfield Lib Dems at Wigan Pride.  Let us know you can come and march along with us in the parade or help at our stall in the fair on Market Place. 

With so many Pride events barring participation of political parties, we’re thrilled to take part in Wigan Pride as we do every year.

Wigan Pride promotes and celebrates equality and diversity by bringing together arts, music, a street parade, and positive messages at a big annual event in Wigan town centre.

Cheriton West Town Councillor Advice Surgery

  • 08 Aug 2026
  • 11.00 am - 12.00 pm
  • Somerset Road
    Folkestone
    CT19 4HE

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The second Saturday of each month from 11am-12pm in All Souls Church Hall, Somerset Road, Folkestone CT19 4HE

Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!


Liberal Drinks

A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!

Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.

The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.

Sandgate District & County Councillor Advice Surgery

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Gary Fuller and Tim Prater, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The third Saturday of each month from 9.30-10.30am by Gary in Sandgate Library, James Morris Court, Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3RR.

Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!



Sandgate District & County Councillor Advice Surgery

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The first Saturday of each month from 11-12.30pm at Sandgate Farmers Market in the Chichester Hall, 70 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AR;

Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!


Liberal Drinks

A regular meet-up on the second Wednesday of every month for Liberal Democrat members, supporters and the Lib Dem curious in the Folkestone and Hythe area!

Simply come along for a social drink and a chat: no speeches, no leaflet delivery. It's a "buy your own" event (sorry!) but come along and say hello to our Councillors, campaigners, members and friends.

The Royal Norfolk Hotel is on Sandgate High Street - there is free parking from 6pm at Castle Road Car Park in Sandgate which is one minute walk away and often on street parking in Castle Road (behind the hotel) as well.

'Taking the Map Back' WELD Annual Dinner 2026

  • 11 Sep 2026
  • 6.30 pm - 11.00 pm
  • Scottish National Gallery
    The Mound
    Edinburgh
    Scotland
    EH22EL

Join us on 11th September at the National Gallery on Princes Street (Scottish Café and Restaurant) as we celebrate our historic election win in Edinburgh - returning Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP and GAINING Sanne Dijkstra-Downie MSP in Edinburgh Northern!

Tickets are £60 - includes 3 course meal, tea & coffee and an arrival drink. 

We will be joined by one of our new MSPs as our keynote speaker - Morven-May McCallum! Hear about her journey to parliament, her campaign to raise awareness on Lyme disease leading her to become a published author.

Please send any dietaries to westedinburghlibdems@outlook.com before Monday 7th September.


Hope to see you there!

Cheriton West Town Councillor Advice Surgery

  • 12 Sep 2026
  • 11.00 am - 12.00 pm
  • Somerset Road
    Folkestone
    CT19 4HE

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The second Saturday of each month from 11am-12pm in All Souls Church Hall, Somerset Road, Folkestone CT19 4HE

Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!


College Ward Surgery

  • 27 Sep 2026
  • 2.00 pm - 4.00 pm
  • Bryngwyn Court
    Bryngwyn Close
    HEREFORD
    UK
    HR1 1ER

Cllr Ben Proctor holds surgeries every other month so that local residents can talk to him about local issues over a cup of coffee. You do not need a ticket and can just turn up. But please do get a ticket if it will help to remind you when the surgery is being held.

Sandgate District & County Councillor Advice Surgery

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Tim Prater and Gary Fuller, Lib Dem District Councillors for Sandgate and West Folkestone, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. The surgeries are in a public place: if you'd prefer to speak to Tim or Gary one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The first Saturday of each month from 11-12.30pm at Sandgate Farmers Market in the Chichester Hall, 70 Sandgate High Street, Sandgate, Folkestone CT20 3AR;

Alternatively, contact Tim or Gary directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!


GBLD Development Planning Day

  • 03 Oct 2026
  • 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm
  • 90 Mycenae Road
    Blackheath
    London
    SE3 7SE

As the local party starts to plan for the next 4 years through to the borough elections in 2030, we are asking members to get involved in shaping that plan.

On 3 October we are holding a Development Planning workshop to discuss how to grow our campaigning through to 2030.

All members are encouraged to get involved and contribute their ideas.

Free to attend but please sign up so we know numbers.

Cheriton West Town Councillor Advice Surgery

  • 10 Oct 2026
  • 11.00 am - 12.00 pm
  • Somerset Road
    Folkestone
    CT19 4HE

As part of their commitment to listening to and working with local residents, Peter Gane, Jon Renshaw and Roger West, Lib Dem Town Councillors for Cheriton West, hold regular drop-in advice surgeries in the ward each month.

No need for an appointment - just turn up to discuss any issue you would like our help with. If you'd prefer to speak to Peter Jon or Roger one-to-one then please contact them directly and we can set up a personal meeting with you.

The surgeries are held:

  • The second Saturday of each month from 11am-12pm in All Souls Church Hall, Somerset Road, Folkestone CT19 4HE

Alternatively, contact Peter Jon or Roger directly by email or phone. If you call and don't get through, please do leave a message and we'll call you back!


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