NEDRA - New Edenbridge & District Residents’ Association

NEDRA - New Edenbridge & District Residents’ Association NEDRA aims to serve and represent the interests of its members and the Edenbridge community, tackling current and future issues. Together we are stronger.

NEDRA aims to represent the interests of Edenbridge, advocate for affordable housing, protect the Green Belt, share useful information, work with other organisations, and campaign for local/district/county council accountability for quality services. It is committed to protecting the Edenbridge Green Belt from unsuitable development such as found in the 2040 local plan. Our aim is to support the community in getting their voices heard, inform by communicating important issues and consultations that affect Edenbridge and challenge by ensuring accountability and value from local councils, advocating for quality services for Edenbridge and its surroundings. Achieving significant membership by the summer positions us to actively participate in the local plan inspection. Join NEDRA and contribute to shaping a better future for Edenbridge. Email [email protected] to find out more.

WILL WALKING, CYCLING AND BUS PLANS REALLY REDUCE CAR USE?Anyone who lives in Edenbridge knows that, for many journeys, ...
02/09/2026

WILL WALKING, CYCLING AND BUS PLANS REALLY REDUCE CAR USE?
Anyone who lives in Edenbridge knows that, for many journeys, the car isn’t really optional.

The plans encourage more walking, cycling and bus use, which sounds sensible enough and is good for us …

But with 2,226 more homes proposed, will that really reduce car use… or will it simply mean more cars on the roads we already rely on every day?

Come along and have your say at our drop-in session on 4 September, 10.00am–12.30pm at Bridges Community Centre.

Respond to Regulation 19 by 17 September 2026
https://www.sevenoaks.gov.uk/info/20069128/emerging_local_plan/914/local_plan_regulation_19_publication

01/09/2026

Would you really want anyone from your family having to dodge the traffic to get across this road.

Whether you are a resident, family or working at Eden Manor you should have a safe place to cross even if this is not outside the building a pathway to a safe crossing point is essential.

This is the last day of our petition asking for safer crossing points. If you haven't signed it yet please do using the link below:

https://democracy.kent.gov.uk/mgEPetitionDisplay.aspx?id=571

Thank you

Friday night plans? ✨Come along to Bridges Pre-Loved Fashion Night — gorgeous clothes, great brands and new-to-you find...
27/08/2026

Friday night plans? ✨

Come along to Bridges Pre-Loved Fashion Night — gorgeous clothes, great brands and new-to-you finds.

Friday 28 August | 7–8.30pm | £5 including a drink & nibbles
The Bridges High Street Edenbridge

Bring a friend and have a browse! 💛
All our proceeds donated to The Bridges Community Centre.

🚶‍♀️ One week left to sign the Safe Crossings for Edenbridge petition.This is only one moment in time, but it shows why ...
25/08/2026

🚶‍♀️ One week left to sign the Safe Crossings for Edenbridge petition.

This is only one moment in time, but it shows why safe crossing options matter when traffic is busy

This petition is not simply asking for “more crossings”. It is asking Kent County Council to look properly at safe ways for people to cross busy roads or, where a crossing is not possible in one location, to provide a safe route to a suitable crossing point nearby.

That matters near Edenbridge Medical Centre. It also matters near Eden Manor Residential Home.

Older and less mobile residents, visitors, staff and families should not be left trying to cross busy roads without a safe, practical option.

Please help us make the strongest possible case to KCC. We need as many signatures as possible.

Sign and share the petition here:

https://democracy.kent.gov.uk/mgEPetitionDisplay.aspx?id=571

Deadline: 02 September

MORE HOMES. SAME BOTTLENECK.Anyone who uses this road knows the drill, wait at the lights, squeeze under the bridge… and...
22/08/2026

MORE HOMES. SAME BOTTLENECK.

Anyone who uses this road knows the drill, wait at the lights, squeeze under the bridge… and hope there isn’t a lorry stuck the other side.

It’s one of those very Edenbridge problems we’ve almost learnt to live with.

But with thousands more people expected to rely on our roads, is “learning to live with it” really good enough?

Come and look at what the Reg 19 Plan says about transport, growth and the infrastructure Edenbridge will be expected to rely on.
📍 WI Hall, Edenbridge
📅 Wednesday 26 August
⏰ 7.00pm–8.30pm

No presentation. No booking. Just drop in, look at the evidence and make up your own mind.

Because before we add more traffic, it seems reasonable to ask where it’s all supposed to go.

WHERE IS THE EVIDENCE?Don’t take it on trust. Question it. Challenge it. Respond to it.⏰ Consultation closes 11.59pm, Th...
18/08/2026

WHERE IS THE EVIDENCE?

Don’t take it on trust. Question it. Challenge it. Respond to it.

⏰ Consultation closes 11.59pm, Thursday 17 September.
Make your response count.

Need help? Watch this shot video
https://youtu.be/vytHDQ0zJng?si=7rz3fOSd5XrpfyDX

If you don't stick up for your neighbourhood, no one else will.

16/08/2026

Huge thank you to NEDRA for running another Reg 19 Local Plan pop-up! Yesterday it was at Bridges. 👏

It was brilliant to hear that so many people came along to find out more, ask questions and have their say on the proposals affecting our area.

The work NEDRA is doing to keep residents informed and engaged is fantastic. Community involvement really matters, particularly on something as important as the local Plan, it really is future of our town.

Well done to everyone involved — brilliant work! 👏👏

WILL EDENBRIDGE COPE?More homes. More journeys. More pressure on roads, healthcare, drainage and public transport.Regula...
12/08/2026

WILL EDENBRIDGE COPE?

More homes. More journeys. More pressure on roads, healthcare, drainage and public transport.

Regulation 19 is where we ask the crucial question: has the Plan actually shown that all of this can be delivered?

Come and look for yourself.

📍 Bridges Café
📅 Saturday 15 August
⏰ 10am–12 noon

Our full Reg 19 exhibition will be on display. Drop in, explore the issues, ask questions and find out what the Four Tests of Soundness really mean for Edenbridge.

Don’t just hear that the Plan is sound. Come and see what the evidence says.

[email protected]

Come along to our NEDRA Drop-In Workshop this Monday, 10 August, 7.00–8.30pm at the WI Hall, Edenbridge.There’s no forma...
07/08/2026

Come along to our NEDRA Drop-In Workshop this Monday, 10 August, 7.00–8.30pm at the WI Hall, Edenbridge.

There’s no formal presentation and no need to stay for the whole session — simply drop in when it suits you, find out more about what the Regulation 19 Local Plan could mean for Edenbridge, and ask any questions you may have.

Whether you’re concerned about roads, rail, flooding, sewage, infrastructure or the scale of future development, this is a chance to understand the issues and how you can have your say.

Drop in. Find out more. Ask questions. Make your voice count.
Please share and help us spread the word.

[email protected]

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