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Kimpton Parish Council serves the people of Kimpton, Blackmore End and Peter's Green in Hertfordshire, UK.

The village of Kimpton is situated between the Mimram and Lea river valleys in Hertfordshire, about six miles south of Hitchin. It is approximately four miles from Harpenden and Luton. The Parish of Kimpton comprises Kimpton itself, with a population of around 1,400, and also the adjacent settlements of Blackmore End and Peters Green, housing populations of about 800 and 80, respectively. Some of

the houses on Kimpton High Street date back to the 16th century, although many are 19th and early 20th century, and there are sizeable developments of houses from the 1960s and 1970s. There is a village shop and post office, a doctor’s surgery, and a thriving Primary School and Nursery, as well as a significant number of businesses operating on a small industrial estate on the edge of Kimpton, as well as a large number of people working as sole traders in the area. The village has a reputation for its strong community spirit with over 50 clubs and organisations meeting regularly and helping to support the village as a whole. Every year at the beginning of May, many of these groups set up a stall on the Recreation Ground as part of the annual local fundraiser, the May Festival – an event run over three days featuring an art exhibition, craft market, stalls, arena entertainments, six mile sponsored run, walk with clues to solve, village concert, quiz, cream teas with jazz band. Kimpton has a spacious flint-built parish church in the unusual transitional style between the Norman and Early English – the oldest bell in the tower dates from the 1300s. Internally, the Dacre Chapel has a fine Perpendicular screen, and the remains of early wall paintings in the chancel show St Christopher and the Seven Corporal Works of Mercy, depicting charitable acts toward the needy.

22/06/2026

Statement from KPC
You may have seen in the local news that the planning submission for developments at Kimpton Grange has now been approved. There have been numerous statements made around the eco-credentials of the plans, various suggestions of monies and land being gifted and many other sweeteners. One such example is the headline that KPC will be receiving a sum of £100,000, all be it with a large number of substantial and expensive liabilities attached, something we will need to consider very carefully before any action is taken.

This is a complex, long-term development and the decision includes many items that need a great deal of further consideration and review. Rest assured that the Parish Council will be engaging with North Herts District Council and the developers in due course and will continue to represent the best interests of the community at all times.

We will keep everyone updated as matters progress over the coming months and years.

17/06/2026

If you would like to hear first-hand about the circumstances surrounding the works on the Kimpton to Codicote Road and have your questions answered, the site supervisor will be attending the Dacre Rooms coffee morning from 10am this Friday.

The highway works are being undertaken at the local wastewater treatment facility, which provides a vital service to the community by treating sewage from the village. As part of the project, a new water main is being installed to provide a fresh water supply to the site for operational and cleaning purposes, as the facility currently does not have this provision. These improvements are considered necessary to support the continued operation of the treatment works and to ensure compliance with current environmental and regulatory requirements.

Please could residents not move or interfere with any fencing, barriers or traffic management equipment around the site. Excavations are now underway and these measures have been installed to protect the public. Unauthorised access could result in injury or damage to vehicles or property, and we want to ensure everyone remains safe while the works are ongoing.

16/06/2026

UPDATE: Kimpton to Codicote Road Closure
An update following today’s visit to the site — the road is now fully blocked with materials and equipment, and excavation works have commenced. It is not possible to drive along the road.

The site supervisor has confirmed that the works are expected to take approximately 5 weeks to complete. We have also been advised that additional workforce has been brought onto site to help ensure this timescale is achieved.

I appreciate this closure is causing considerable disruption for residents, local businesses, and visitors, and many people were understandably surprised by the lack of prior communication.

I will continue to seek updates and encourage engagement with the community so residents are kept informed as the works progress.

Please continue to allow extra time for journeys and use alternative routes where possible.

08/06/2026

Watch found at the Recreation Ground
Please email [email protected] if you have left your watch at the Recreation Ground and we can reunite with the owner.

27/05/2026

Dog poo at Recreation Ground

As this public space is used by hundreds of adults and children please can dog owners follow the request on the Welcome to Kimpton Recreation Ground for:
ALL DOGS to be kept on a lead and under control
NO DOG MESS - dog bin provided

Your co-operation is appreciated.

21/05/2026

Life in the parish of Kimpton is built around community. From local events to green spaces and village life, the parish council helps shape the things people experience every day.

But communities change, and it is important that younger generations are part of the conversation too. Young people bring fresh ideas, new energy, and a better understanding of issues like transport, digital communication, youth activities, and protecting spaces for future families.

Being a parish councillor is not about politics for the sake of politics. It is about listening to residents, supporting local projects, and helping make practical improvements that benefit everyone.
Kimpton has a strong sense of community and keeping that spirit alive means making sure every generation has a voice. A modern parish council should reflect the people who live here today and the people who will shape its future tomorrow.

If you care about the future of Kimpton, now is the time to get involved. Whether it’s attending meetings, sharing ideas, volunteering locally, or standing for the parish council yourself, every voice can make a difference. The village will only stay strong if people are willing to step forward and help shape it.

To find out more about being a parish councillor please feel free talk to Cllr Nigel Wallis, Cllr Sam Cain or Carina Helmn, Parish Clerk 07891 452832 or complete an application form
https://kimptonpc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Application-form-for-co-option-2026.pdf

05/05/2026

Although North Hertfordshire District Council issued poll cards to all electors in the Parish of Kimpton, no election will take place on Thursday 7th May.

The poll cards were distributed as a precaution, in case more than eight nominations were received for Kimpton Parish Council, which would have required a vote.

However, only six nominations were submitted. As a result, all candidates have been elected unopposed, and there is no need for a poll.

We would like to hear from any elector who would like to apply to be co-opted to Kimpton Parish Council, please contact Carina Helmn [email protected]

23/04/2026

KPC has had to take the difficult decision to remove this fence with contractors scheduled to complete the removal at the weekend. Vandals have caused damage which is beyond economic repair and we must ensure the Recreation Ground is safe for our numerous visitors at May Festival. We apologise to those who prefer the playground to be fenced and will look into options that can be found within our tight budget.

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http://www.kimptonpc.org.uk/

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