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Defibrillators in Vigo

Published: 21 Aug 26

Save the Date ~ Vigo Christmas Market & Light Switch On 2026

Published: 20 Aug 26

Something lovely is coming to Vigo this Christmas! Save the date for the Vigo Christmas Market & Light Switch-On on Saturday 28 November 2026. Read More...

The Bay gets a summer tidy-up!

Published: 20 Aug 26

Our grounds contractors have been hard at work in The Bay, spending the morning hand-weeding, litter picking and giving the whole area a thorough tidy-up. It’s made a fantastic difference and The Bay is looking fresh and tidy again. A big thank you to the team for all their hard work. We’d also ask everyone to help us keep it looking this good by using the litter bins provided — and taking litter home if the bins are full. Thank you for helping us look after The Bay. Read More...

POLICE ACTION IN VIGO – NUISANCE BIKES & ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR

Published: 11 Aug 26

Following concerns raised by Vigo Parish Council, Kent Police increased their presence in the village over the weekend, resulting in vehicle seizures, fines and a number of traffic offences being dealt with. Residents are encouraged to continue reporting nuisance off-road vehicles and other incidents to the police. PLEASE CLICK ON THE TITLE ABOVE FOR MORE DETAILS Read More...

Connect 55+

Published: 21 Jul 26

Supporting people aged 55+ to feel conected, confident, and part of their community Read More...

Vigo Badgers

Published: 8 Jul 26

Click on the link above to see a video (courtesy of Graham Finch, a local resident), showing a family of badgers hanging out in Admers Wood recenlty! Read More...

Road Resurfacing Works in Vigo

Published: 23 Jun 26

Wildflowers Thriving on Waterlow Road

Published: 23 Jun 26

These beautiful photographs, taken today by our contractor while out mowing the edges of the verges to maintain clear sight lines, show just how much wildlife can benefit from a thoughtful approach to verge management. Read More...

Hanging Baskets

Published: 23 Jun 26

Vigo Parish Council is delighted to see our hanging baskets back in place and looking absolutely stunning outside the Village Hall. A huge thank you to our gardener, Daryl, for once again producing such beautiful displays. We hope residents and visitors alike enjoy them throughout the summer. Read More...

Grants awarded in 2025 / 2026

Published: 13 Jun 26

Details of the grants awarded by the Parish Council during the financial year 2025 / 2026 Read More...

Important Safety Notice

Published: 14 May 26

Wildflowers in Vigo

Published: 14 May 26

A Message from The Community Cupboard

Published: 15 Apr 26

Councillor Vacancy

Published: 15 Apr 26

Annual Parish Meeting

Published: 23 Mar 26

Notice of Vacancy

Published: 18 Feb 26

Grant Funding Available

Published: 18 Feb 26

Dr Lauren Sullivan MP announces Government Funding to improve bus services

Published: 22 Jan 26

POP UP CAFE

Published: 12 Jan 26

Wildflowers in Vigo

Published: 22 Oct 25

New Timber Trail

Published: 21 Oct 25

New Open Office Hours

Published: 22 Sep 25

The Parish Council OPEN OFFICE HOURS have been updated. You can now visit the Parish Council without an appointment on Mondays and Tuesdays between 10am and 2pm. Other times are available by prior arrangement. For more details on how to get in touch, click the "new open office hours" link above. Read More...

Grants Available

Published: 4 Sep 25

Vigo Parish Council is offering grants of up to £250 to local organisations. Closing date for applications is 30th September! Read More...

Annual Report 2025

Published: 8 Jul 25

Find out what has been happening in the village over the last twelve months and what opportunitie are avaible to residents now. This document has been compressed so that it can be uploaded to our website. The quality may be compromised due to this. If you would like an original version please contact the clerk. Read More...

Kent Police

Published: 8 Jul 25

How to contact Kent Police (non emergency) online Read More...

Community Warden Consultation

Published: 5 Apr 25

Good News! We have Mandy Casson, our Community Warden, back. She will be in Vigo on Fridays from now on. Read More...

Are you emergency ready?

Published: 9 Jan 25

Kent and Medway Prepared have produced a useful poster with suggestions as to how to prepare for emergencies. Read More...

Community Cupboard

Published: 16 Dec 24

A message from the volunteers at the Community Cupboard Read More...

Stephanie Parfitt, a Church Befriender

Published: 4 Dec 24

Vigo Parish Council are pleased to inform residents of the services of Stephanie Perfitt, a Lay Minister from Vigo Church, who is reaching out to senior members of the community who are feeling lonely or isolated. Please see details below”. Read More...