Downs Mail Information

The Downs Mail series of newspapers is a well respected, family newspaper covering really local news presented in a succinct and bright style and delivered to over 88,000 addresses, via door to door distribution in the affluent boroughs of Maidstone and Malling. The influential and independent newspaper is ideally sized for easy reading, reaching in excess of 222,000 readers every month. The Downs Mail is reliant on the confidence of advertisers and works to promote the commercial life in and around the Boroughs. Through the success of the newspapers, Mail Publications have expanded the range of publications and now distribute a seasonal glossy magazine, Mid Kent Living, full of interesting articles and information on days out, things to do, theatre listings and competitions. Founded in 1997 the Downs Mail has been through the very best and worst times but it's objectives have not changed in that time. FAMILY NEWSPAPER - To publish a quality local newspaper suitable for all members of the family. REALLY LOCAL - To provide a truly local and reliable news coverage presented in a succinct, interesting and bright style. SERVICE TO COMMUNITY - The Downs Mail is proud of the service it provides to its community of readers. It serves one of the most beautiful areas of Kent - and will campaign to preserve and improve the area. PROMOTING BUSINESS - The Downs Mail is totally dependent on the confidence of advertisers in our publication and works to promote the commercial life throughout the distribution area.