Ashford is one of the fastest growing towns between London and the Continent, and an ambitious development strategy aims to make Ashford an exciting, prosperous and sustainable place to work, live and do businesses for years to come. Read more about Ashford's future on these pages, and find out how you can be part of its development...
Everything you need to know about working in Ashford
Connecting Ashford businesses – broadband grants now available
Ashford businesses in the urban area can now apply for grants of up to £3,000 to get better broadband following the news that Kent has been included in the £40 million national Broadband Connection Voucher Scheme. 
Superfast 4G mobile arrives
Cutting edge 4G mobile services from mobile network EE has arrived in Ashford, making the town amongst the most connected places in Europe. 
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Local businesses can now find out the latest news and developments in Ashford and help and advice available to them by signing up to a quarterly e-newsletter.
A thriving town with lots to offer
On the trail of our must-visit vineyards
The renaissance in English wine is in no small part attributable to Kent’s top-class wine producers – several of whom are based in our borough. 
LoveAshford.com gets a new look
Ashford’s digital high street, LoveAshford.com, has a brand new look. 
Leisure and Culture in Ashford
Modern shopping malls, first-class leisure facilities, popular cultural attractions and a rich heritage await in Ashford. 
Your guide to the investment opportunities in Ashford
Delivering the Big Eight
A new strategic board is being set up to support delivery of eight key initial projects which are critical to the future economic growth and prosperity of the borough. 
Publications
Access the latest publications setting out Ashford's exciting development plans. 
Connectivity
Ashford’s central location and excellent rail, road, air and sea links provides business with fast, easy access to over 360 million consumers across Europe. 
Latest news and developments in the area
Cheers! Guide to must-visit vineyards and breweries proving popular
A guide to a new wine trail, taking in Tenterden’s award-winning vineyards, is proving popular with many people exploring and learning more about this beautiful part of the borough. 
BAM Construction wins £10.8m AshfordCollege contract
The formal contract for the construction of AshfordCollege’s new campus at Elwick Road has been completed. The £10.8m contract has been awarded to BAM Construction. 
Council welcomes Chapel Down proposals
Ashford Borough Council Leader, Cllr Gerry Clarkson, has welcomed exciting proposals by Curious Drinks Limited, the beer and cider subsidiary of Chapel Down winery. 
