ITN news correspondent Michael Nicholson dropped into Fernhurst on Saturday, to open the village's new community centre.
Mr Nicholson, who lives in Grayswood, was invited to the drop-in centre in Crossways Road by Rev Tony Roake, who has worked long and hard to get make the centre a reality.
They were joined by parish and district councillors, volunteers and staff from organisations such as Age Concern.
Mr Roake intends that the centre will bring the Fernhurst community together, regardless of age or background. Among the facilities on offer are computers, adult education, and a community cafe.
Funding came from a variety of bodies, including £14,873 from the Countryside Agency. Provided through its community services grant, the agency's money has played a significant role in setting up the village's new centre.
"Many rural communities, as highlighted by the State of the Countryside report published by the countryside agency earlier this month, suffer from inadequate support for young people, families and the elderly," says Duncan Mackay, Countryside Agency regional director for the South East.
"This is why we are pleased to have supported Fernhurst's new community project."
The money has gone on providing IT equipment, internal building works - including disabled facilities and security - safety equipment and training room facilities, as well as support for the first year's running costs.
"We hope the drop-in centre will improve the quality of life for many people in the community, as well as improving community services and providing public services that are not readily available in the area," Mr Mackay continued.
"If this helps Fernhurst develop a stronger sense of civic pride and community spirit then our support will have been worthwhile."