To vote at a polling station on Thursday 6 May 2027 you will need to show photo ID.
For more information go to Voter ID.
District and parish councils of the Folkestone & Hythe area that require a vote will go to poll on Thursday 6 May 2027.
Where can I vote?
In total, there are 58 polling stations across the district. Each polling station is assigned a register with electors from that area. If you do not have a postal or proxy vote in place you must attend the designated polling station for your address on Thursday 6 May 2027 between 7am and 10pm to cast your vote.
You do not need your poll card to vote but you will need a form of photographic ID. Tell the polling station team your name and address and they will check that you are registered and verify you using your photo ID.
You can find your polling station details on your poll card or by clicking find your polling station.
If you have a postal vote in place, you will receive this approximately 10 - 15 days before polling day.
How do I vote?
If you are successfully registered and your photo ID has been accepted by the polling station team, you will be handed a ballot paper or ballot papers if there is more than one election on the same day. You should take your ballot paper to the polling booth to give yourself privacy whilst casting your vote(s). If you need help or assistance at any point in the process the polling station team are there to help you.
- At the top of the ballot paper there are instructions, it will tell you how many people you are allowed to vote for.
- You should mark the box with an 'X' beside the candidate or candidates you wish to vote for. Any other mark on the paper may lead to your vote being rejected.
- You should not add you name, address or anything else that might identify you on the ballot paper.
- After voting, fold the ballot paper over and place it in the ballot box which will be located close to the polling station team.
- Pencils are provided at each polling station however you may use your own pen or pencil.
Acceptable forms of ID at the polling station
The list of acceptable forms of ID can be found by clicking Voter ID.
This list may be updated before an election if the law changes.
Who do I vote for?
Candidates standing for election may campaign during the election period. Folkestone & Hythe District Council officers can not advise who you should vote for. You are free to choose the candidate or candidates you believe will best represent you and your area as your elected councillor.