Maidstone

American

[meyd-stohn, -stuhn] / ˈmeɪdˌstoʊn, -stən /

noun

a city in Kent, in SE England.

Maidstone British

/ -ˌstəʊn, ˈmeɪdstən /

noun

a town in SE England, administrative centre of Kent, on the River Medway. Pop: 89 684 (2001)

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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust said it was working to ensure its advice and care was "clear, consistent and compassionate".

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

Five bottled stations were open on Tuesday across East Grinstead, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone.

From BBC • Jan. 14, 2026

The Maidstone councillor said he believes his expulsion was due to a strongly worded email he sent to other Reform UK councillors expressing his concerns about KCC's leadership.

From BBC • Oct. 27, 2025

Staff at Maidstone Hospital, where Ms Shemirani was diagnosed, the Royal Sussex County Hospital and paramedics all acted appropriately, the inquest found.

From BBC • Oct. 2, 2025

You shall go to England with letters to a notary in Maidstone, and he shall see that you come into your own.

From The Plowshare and the Sword A Tale of Old Quebec by Trevena, John

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