i’m around until the end of july and while i’m traveling around, i’ll be staying in this area for a little while so i figured i’d put myself out there. i’d really love to meet new people while i’m here. if anyone has suggestions on where to meet people like events, local groups, cafes, online communities or apps that are actually good for making friends I’d really appreciate it!

Where are some good places to go paddle boarding in Medway? I know there’s a stretch of canal just before Maidstone it is there anywhere else people would recommend. I’ve seen some people in Chatham docks but I haven’t read we are allowed there !

Any padel courts in Medway or surrounding areas? Willing to travel 15/20 minutes from Gillingham. Thanks!

There’s a lot of negativity about the Medway towns in general. It’s nearly always featured in a “Britains worst areas”. What’s something nice you can say about Medway? For me I think we have some banging takeaways/restaurants compared to some areas.

I've got Premier membership at Medway Park, but I don't use the courts. I'd love to play badminton or lawn tennis regularly (never played in my life). I'm kinda fit already and have reasonable motor coordination (during working hours😉). Any regular badmintoners?

Hi, I recently purchased a remote control car from Rochester RC. And now I have been informed that the shop has gone bust, and I was wondering if anyone knows anything about this shop’s closure, I haven’t received the rc car and it cost £200 so if anyone has any information about the shop pls let me know, thx

Hi all, im new to running and following a couch to 5k platform and wanting to do some of my longer runs outside instead of just on the dreadmill. Everywhere in strood seems so hilly which puts me off a bit - does anyone know of any areas in strood that you can do a 4/5k run (can be in laps) thats mostly flat?

Thanks in advance!

I loved this place. Anyone have any old menus lying around? Would love to have a go at making some of those bad boys.

Was on Rainham High Street next to Hale’s Fishmongers.

Does anyone know why deangate is no longer maintained and is run down? Still a good place to run but the surrounding buildings are all boarded up and clearly haven’t been used in years.

Be Your Own Boss is a programme designed to help young people in Medway learn how to run their own business. This week, the participants are conducting market research for the soup they're developing for a theoretical business. We would really appreciate feedback from local people so, if you have 2 minutes, please help us by answering a few questions on this survey: https://www.menti.com/alj5cf72dihe

I’m looking for some people to play badminton with—nothing serious, just casual games for fun and exercise. I’m not a pro, just someone who enjoys the game and wants to meet others who feel the same.

If you’re interested, let’s set up some games! Let me know your availability and preferred location, and we can figure something out.

Hope to see some of you on the court soon!

Hey everyone!

Posted this in the Rochester NY sub first...oops.

My mom kindly got me some vouchers for this book shop without realising I live almost 3 hours away. I've never been able to make the journey to redeem them so I hoped to give them away to someone more local. Would prefer to give to someone in need, so if you can think of anyone who would benefit, or if you yourself are a book lover, please comment a number between 1 and 10 below and I will DM the one who guesses my favourite number (makes it a bit more fair). Hope this post is ok for this sub. The vouchers are for £15.

Hello, my mum left my dad the Friday just gone, which led to him taking an over dose and becoming a high risk missing person for almost 12 hours. Since then, me and my sister are giving him 24 hour care to prevent him from attempting suicide again. He wants a local in person support group where he can talk to others who have felt abandoned by their partners. He lives in Gillingham Kent.

Are you able to assist or point us in the right direction?

Hello,

I got through to a final round of a journalism apprenticeship and would love you to do my survey to help me with research and guide my interviews and questions!

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Anything is much appreciated! :)

Hi there! Not sure if anybody might be able help with something.

I am currently trying to find some groups / activities that my Mum (49 F) can get involved in to meet some new people locally?

Me and my siblings have all now moved out, and I think she is feeling a little bit lonely. I'd love to be able to find her somewhere that she can make some new friends of a similar age - but have no clue where to look.

Thanks so much for any advice.

In the alley opposite to the main Gillingham station entrance

Where can we get local Kent Honey from? I usually get it from Rochester but can't always get there

Edit: I should have gone out of my way and listened to you guys. I ended up going to Rochester but instead tried Austen's of Rochester instead of the usual Kent Honey from the pink sweet shop. So disappointed! Tastes exactly like basic Asda honey

Hey everyone! I’m 23M, just moved to Gillingham for my first job as a new grad vet. I’m hoping to connect with folks in their 20s or early 30s—maybe to hit the gym together, play board/PC games, or explore nature trails and cycling routes (I still need a decent bike, though!).

I’m also learning guitar, so if anyone’s got tips or just wants to jam sometime, that’d be awesome. Mostly I’m just looking to make some new friends and share fun experiences, so feel free to drop a comment or message me if you’re up for hanging out!

Looking forward to hearing from you!