KAS Affiliates

Seeks to encompass life in the past & present of five principal settlements in the Kent area; Adisham, Barham, Bishopsbourne, Kingston and Womenswold, with their associated hamlets and adjoining areas.

Formed 15th May 1936. Meets at the Memorial Hall in Manor Rise, Bearsted at 7.30pm on the last Friday of each month from September to November and January to May hosting a varied programme of speakers. Members pay a modest annual subscription and new members are welcome.

Between 700 and 900 AD the area of the present Biddenden parish contained a number of separate 'dens' or small clearings in the great forest of Andred frequented by freemen and swineherds. Biddenden was probably the den used by the family and followers of Bidda.

The Society was founded in 1971 and since then it has thrived with a membership of over 100, encouraging an interest in both local and national history. It is affiliated to, and works in close collaboration with, the Parish Archive.

Formed in 1974 so those with an interest in the history of the people, events and places that make up London's largest borough could meet to exchange information and learn more about the long and fascinating story that makes up the London Borough of Bromley and all its constituent parts.

Established in 1920 ‘to encourage the study of the history and antiquities of the City of Canterbury and surroundings and to preserve the architectural features and characteristics of the City.’

A very friendly and sociable group, we aim to promote an active interest in local history. Talks cover a wide range of subjects from a variety of speakers.

Sandwich's first ever metal detecting club, with a passion for responsibly unearthing historical coins and artefacts from pre-Roman times to more recent times.

The City of Rochester Society was founded in 1967 to help conserve the historic City as a pleasant place to visit.

Cranbrook Museum & Local History Society seeks to promote an interest in Cranbrook and all aspects of its history. It manages the Museum and holds regular meetings during the winter months plus special summer events and exhibitions.

The inaugural meeting was held on the 19th April 1961. We now meet at the Baker Trust Hall in Crayford; there is ample parking and it is easily accessible by public transport.

Founded by enthusiast Roger Walsh in December 1972 as a spin-off from an adult education course. The group undertakes field work in the Dartford area, and highlights of the group’s work include the discovery of a complete glass bowl at an Anglo-Saxon cemetery in Darenth.

The inaugural meeting was on Monday 3rd October 1910 at Buck’s Rooms, High Street, Dartford. All that is required to become a member is an interest in the history of our locality. Included in the Annual Subscription are a winter programme of lectures and the Newsletter.

D.R.O.P. are a small group of amateur archaeologists with a variety of skills and experience. From total beginners, to diggers who have spent most of their lives in holes in the ground, we spend our time uncovering the Roman past hidden beneath fields in the local area of Otford, Kent.

The Dover Archaeological Group is an active group of amateur enthusiasts. We were founded in December 1971, with the express aim of investigating the archaeology of the Dover District, particularly those sites threatened with destruction.

Formed in January 2010 after an initial meeting in the previous October where we asked the villagers their thoughts on forming a Heritage Group. The response was fantastic and we have gone from strength to strength with a strong membership.

Formed in 1985 by a small group of enthusiasts anxious to research and preserve the history of their locality before it was lost as a result of the increasing pace of life and the throw-away society in which we now live.

If you love Faversham, join us. We seek to Cherish the Past, Adorn the Present, Create for the Future.

We are a group who are interested in archaeology and the heritage of Folkestone and the surrounding areas. Having met as volunteers on a major dig in the area, we decided to create a group that focuses on this area of Kent.

Founded in 1975, we aim to educate and entertain with talks and presentations about the local history of Frittenden and the Weald of Kent, together with Kent county history.

Founded in 1924. Wide interests including research, surveys of sites and buildings, rights of way and footpath walks.

Halling Historical Society (HHS) is for anyone of any age in the village of Halling, Kent, England, and surrounding areas, who is interested in local history, especially about Kent and the Medway Valley.

The Local History Societies Archive is situated in Headcorn Village Hall. It consists of a large number of photographs dating back to the 19th century. The society also has a considerable number of old Headcorn family’s information.

Formed in 2003 to encourage an active interest in the local history of Herne, Broomfield and the immediate surrounding area. In addition to our regular meetings, we are involved in research projects, produce publications and are building up an archive of local material.

The HBHRS is flourishing and maintains contact with its members by means of talks during the winter months and excursions to places of interest during the summer.

Set up in 2004 by a group of local volunteer historians sharing a passion for history, in particular for our local heritage. We run group research projects and support members with their individual research interests.

The Horton Kirby & South Darenth Local History Society was founded in 1995 after the publication by the Parish Council of the Centenary Book. Since then the Society has met regularly in the Village Hall and regularly publishes books and leaflets about the area.

We are a society of Hythe residents who share an interest in our community, its built environment and its open spaces. Our membership amounts to about 5% of the population (one of the highest listed by Civic Voice), demonstrating that civic pride is very much alive in Hythe.

A society based in east Kent for archaeology enthusiasts of all ages!