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 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.
£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
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.
Chiseldon Parish Council, with AED Locator and Sandstorm Studios is pleased to invite you to attend the forthcoming free training session for use of the defibrillator at the BT box in Badbury. Location: Sandstorm Studios, Dairy Farm, Badbury. Studio 1. Date: Tues 9th Nov 6.30pm
The Household Waste Recycling Centre will be moving over to winter opening hours from today (1 November): Monday: 8am-4pm Tuesday: 8am-4pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday: 8am-4pm Friday: 8am-4pm Saturday: 8am-4pm Sunday: 8am-4pm To book a slot visit https://bit.ly/3jK1xdl
We are delighted to announce the co-option of Chaydon Ford as a Cllr at the October Full council meeting. Chay and his partner moved into Chiseldon just over 18 months ago with their 2 dogs. They hope to be living in Chiseldon for many years and Chay has already shown an interest in helping to… read more
The Parish Council are investigating the feasibility of removing the old Recreation Hall which is at the end of its life and replacing it with a new multi-purpose community space. This is at the very early stages but if you are local and have any skills or knowledge in this area, we’d welcome your assistance…. read more
The Parish Council were pleased to have helped the Chiseldon History Group with the funding and permissions for the new interpretation board to be installed outside of Holy Cross church. The board shows the history of the oldest area of Chiseldon, which surrounds the church. Our thanks to everyone involved in making the project happen.
The History Club have been given access to some very old and interesting Council papers, these will be then stored at the County Archive in Chippenham.
Swindon Shopmobility, based in the town centre, provides a selection of manually propelled and battery-powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters. These can be hired by anyone with limited mobility for as little as £2 a day for use in the town centre area. Free parking is also provided. Available equipment for hire includes: Mobility scooters Power… read more
The theme for this year’s Scarecrow Trail was Children’s Books. residents responded by creating many weird, wonderful and above all imaginative figures and scenarios. A couple of examples appear below, but a comprehensive selection can be seen in the gallery on our Resident Information page.
Work has started to replace the flooring at the Castle View Play area.
We are delighted to bring you the September OUR NEWS edition – a monthly newsletter for all Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales. This edition introduces you to our Neighbour of the Year Awards 2021 – open for nominations from 14th September, the no-excuse approach to gas safety, fraud trends, rural crime reporting, discount… read more
As of 20 August 2021, Highways England has been renamed National Highways. The name change reflects the role of the strategic road network – to connect the nations regions – and the part it plays in setting Highways standards across the UK. The remit of the organisation has not changed and we will continue to… read more