2026 Annual General Meeting Held at The Wells Church: Minutes & Documents

On Wednesday, 2nd September 2026, The Friends of Tunbridge Wells and Rusthall Commons convened their Annual General Meeting (AGM) at The Wells Church in Tunbridge Wells.

Members gathered to receive formal reports from the Trustees on the charity’s annual activities, review the audited accounts for the financial year, and discuss strategic developments surrounding the ongoing community campaign to acquire the freehold of the Commons.

Key Business & Resolutions

• Conservation Progress: Trustees and volunteer coordinators reviewed the extensive practical work delivered across the 256 acres, including pond clearance at the Marlpit, invasive rhododendron pulling, and path restoration.
• Financial & Audit Review: The annual financial accounts were presented, approved by members, and formally adopted in accordance with the charity’s constitution.
• Campaign Strategy: Roger, Chair of the Friends, provided an in-depth update on the freehold acquisition bid, discussions with local councils, and prospective purchasers following the wider estate remarketing.
• Trustee Elections: Members exercised their constitutional voting rights to elect the executive officers and board of trustees for the upcoming year.