New war-time exhibition open at Lydiard House Museum
Families looking to immerse themselves in the history of the Second World War over the Easter holidays should head to Lydiard House. A brand-new exhibition, ‘Lest We Forget’, is now open at Lydiard House Museum and explores the Black contribution to the World Wars and the links to Wiltshire. In 1943 the American 101st Airborne division constructed… read more
The April 2024 edition of OUR NEWS (Neighbourhood Watch) is here
Disclaimer: Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. We are pleased to bring you the latest… read more
SSEN PSR Digital Toolkit
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. We have received the following from Scottish and Southern… read more
Chiseldon Museum, open every Saturday
From April 6th, Chiseldon Museum is open every Saturday from 2pm to 4 pm. New for 2024: Celebrating Chiseldon Museum’s 20th anniversary. Kate Tryon – An American artist who was an admirer of Richard Jeffries. She painted many scenes around Chiseldon and Coate. Housework in days gone by. 5,000 years of village history Chiseldon’s railway…. read more
Youth Club
Our first holiday youth club with Headstart Skillz was Wed 3rd April 9.00 to 1.00 The kids enjoyed a mixture of outside sports, indoor games, some first aid training and they created their own businesses – working on logos, slogans, and sales pitches to each other. We hope the 11th April session runs as well.
Ridgeway Bell Articles – April 2024
CHISELDON PARISH COUNCIL REPORT Points of interest from March 2024 The Old Chapel, Butts Road, Chiseldon SN4 0NW Facebook page – Chiseldon Parish Council Notices email: clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk; telephone: 01793 740744 Youth Club Easter costs approved. The council voted to approve 2 Easter sessions with Headstart Skillz www.headstartskillz.com at their 11th March meeting. Each session is 4… read more
Borough and PCC Notices of Election
Note: for pdf versions of the documents, which preserve hyperlinks, please click below: Borough notice of election Police Crime Commissioner notice of election PCC Election Address notice
Swindon Borough Council to install 600 new electric vehicle charging points
Earlier this week, the Council secured more than £2.3m to install up to 600 new electric vehicle charging points, following a successful government funding bid. The network of 7kW charging points will be installed early next year, primarily on residential streets. It’s part of the Council’s priority to support the Borough to achieve the UK-wide 2050 net… read more
Poll cards to be delivered ahead of upcoming May election
Residents who are registered to vote in Swindon will soon start to receive their poll card which provides details of their polling station as well as the photo ID requirements for the Borough and Police and Crime Commissioner elections, taking place on Thursday, 2 May. This year, the poll cards will come in the form of an… read more
Chiseldon Primary School first aid course
The Parish Council was delighted to hear that everyone had a great time on the first aid course at Chiseldon Primary School. The council worked with the school and Headstart Skillz to fund this day’s training from our grants and donations fund. We hope there are some future nurses, paramedics and doctors there now! The… read more
Chiseldon Parish Council Funds First Aid Training for Primary School Chidren
Chiseldon Parish Council was proud to work with Chiseldon Primary School and Headstart Skillz to fund first aid training for children at the school. All participants received the certificate, shown below, on completion.
Councillors call for Thames Water to answer questions on its performance
Burst water mains, flooding, and sewage being pumped into local waterways are just some of the issues councillors want to question Thames Water about at their next meeting. At Swindon Borough Council’s Scrutiny Committee meeting on Monday (18 March), councillors demanded answers following the severe disruption caused to local residents and motorists following the recent… read more
The Great British Spring Clean, 18th May 2024
Our Parish-wide litter pick will be Sat 18th May 10.00 to 12.00. Meet at Strouds Hill carpark (meeting points will be arranged for other parish areas) and kit will be provided.
STEAM Newsletter: Upcoming Events at STEAM
Please see the link below to see forthcoming events at STEAM, including Easter holiday activities: STEAM Newsletter
Help build your community – new co-opted councillors needed
Get involved and help build your community by working as a parish councillor. Can you spare a little time each month to work with others, making decisions that affect your community? Please get in touch for more information by emailing clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk.
Donations approved by Chiseldon Parish Council
Two donations were approved at the Full Council meeting on 11th March: £500 to Chiseldon Primary School to run first aid courses for all children in years 3-6 £500 to the Washpool volunteer group to start their fund for track improvement works. A further amount of funds needs to be allocated which will be voted… read more
Fun for all the family at Lydiard Park Easter Egg Trail
Lydiard Park’s popular Easter Egg Trail will once again provide fun for all the family on Easter Sunday (31 March). With clues hidden around the park and lake, participants will search for hidden eggs to uncover a special word to win a prize. The trail will take place between 11am and 3pm, and is… read more