Happy New Year and welcome to our first Funding and Advice e-bulletin of 2022. In this issue you will find details of our grants programmes that are currently open for applications, including the newly opened High Sheriff Awards and Arts Council England Let’s Create Jubilee Fund. If you are considering applying for one of our… read more
We have been working with ward councillors and the contractors responsible to ensure a replacement shuttle bus service is provided in the morning and evening peaks between Alexandra Park, Thorney Park and Wroughton to help those residents impacted by the Marlborough Road closure in Wroughton. This is being funded by those responsible for the work…. read more
What does Wiltshire Police need to do to engage better with your community? How can the Police & Crime Commissioner make sure there are more officers on the front line? What can the Police & Crime Commissioner do to ensure there is an effective and prompt response to reports of crime? We want to hear… read more
Here is the link to the North Wessex Downs AONB Annual Review for 2020/21 where you can open and download the pdf. It captures many of the activities and achievements of what was, another very significant year for the North Wessex Downs and the country’s other protected landscapes, as work continued to conserve and enhance… read more
Happy New Year, and welcome to our first newsletter of 2022 for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales! This year, we are thrilled to be celebrating 40 years since the first Neighbourhood Watch group was formed in the UK in Cheshire in 1982. To kick-start our celebrations, we have proudly launched a special-edition 40th… read more
Chiseldon Rainbows, Brownies & Guides would like to invite parents of children to get in touch about joining the Girlguiding. For more information please contact: 07456347542 or 07754855441
We are thrilled to announce with your help we were able to raise £169.30. Thank you so much for this fantastic donation towards the Brighter Futures Dementia Appeal. Your gift will help Brighter Futures first goal of raising funds for ‘Dementia Friendly Clocks’, which will make a stay or visit to hospital less confusing. It… read more
The cycle path will be closed between Barnfield and the River Kennet from 10th to 14th January between 8am and 5pm on to enable pruning and felling of trees due to ash dieback. To ensure the safety of everyone, please respect the staff and their secure working area. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. For… read more
Points of interest from the meetings held in December 2021. Christmas tree event on New Road The annual event was held on Wed 8th December 6.00pm at the tree on New Road opposite the memorial. My personal thanks for all the staff and Cllrs who came along and ensured the event was safe and successful…. read more
The December newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales can be read here: https://www.ourwatch.org.uk/sites/default/files/documents/2021-12/Dec%202021%20OUR%20NEWS_0.pdf This edition features pieces on our amazing partnerships with Patlock and ERA, the Neighbourhood Watch Community Grants Fund, Neighbour of the Year Awards 2021, the success of Park Hall Area Neighbourhood Watch using WhatsApp, how to make sure we… read more
The Science Museum Group Wroughton Solar Park Community Benefit Fund opens 1st November, 2021 via the Wiltshire Community Foundation Small Grants – up to £2,000 This programme supports projects which will improve the lives of people living in the parish areas of: Wroughton, Chiseldon, Clyffe Pypard, Broad Town, Broad Hinton, Ogbourne St George, Ogbourne St… read more
The Emergency Card Scheme is available to all carers over the age of 18. Do you worry about what would happen to your cared for (dependant), whether an adult or child, if you were taken seriously ill or had an accident? If so, the Emergency Card Scheme can offer you peace of mind. Please see… read more
A new path has been laid at the Chapel Offices/Museum/Butts Road cemetery, replacing the old crumbling tarmac path.
When you’re living with dementia, the world can feel like a scary and confusing place. Imagine then having to visit or stay in a busy hospital, away from the familiarity of your home and family, many suffer with lonliness, fear and sadness. Whilst we are proud of the care and treatment provided to our dementia… read more
We are encouraging people to follow crime prevention advice following a rise in vehicle thefts across Wiltshire. Over the past few weeks we have seen an increase in the number of reports of thefts of cars, vans and motorbikes. The is believed to be linked to the rise in demand on the second-hand motor trade,… read more
£1per strip and at the Xmas lights event 8th Dec 6.00pm New Road Prizes include: £100 One4All Voucher £50 One4All Voucher £50 Amazon Voucher Christmas Hamper Hand crochet blanket On sale from Oakleys Spar. Raffle to be drawn Wednesday 8th December 7.00pm Sports & Social Club
Our Consultant Andrea Pellegram(www.pellegram.co.uk) will be holding this open session to explain the Neighbourhood Plan process and what it means for the Parish. The plan will cover the whole parish and provides guidelines on future development. Your input is vital for this plan to succeed. Monday 13th December 2021. Chiseldon House Hotel, New Road, Chiseldon…. read more
Points of interest from the meetings held in November 2021. Remembrance & Armistice Services Thursday 11th Nov and Sunday 14th Nov. Representatives from the council attended the service at the New Road memorial and at the commemorative stone at Ridgeway View to pay their respects to those who gave their lives for us in times… read more
The Washpool Area Restoration Project (WARP) committee are having a volunteer work day on Sunday 28th Nov AM. The committee themselves are all volunteers who work hard to keep the area looking good for everyone to use, and also care for the sheep. If you’d like to turn up to give them a hand you’d… read more
On Remembrance Sunday, Chiseldon residents joined communities throughout the UK in honouring those who have suffered and died in war.