Clerk’s office closed
The Clerk’s office is closed from now (Thursday 9th Feb) to Monday 20th Feb. Only urgent emails will be responded to during this time.
Thamesdown Transport sold to major bus operator
Thamesdown Transport Limited has been taken over by a major commercial bus operator after councillors agreed to sell the Council’s shares in the company. The decision to sell the bus company to Go South Coast, part of the Go Ahead Group, was taken at Wednesday night’s Cabinet meeting (1 Feb) and will ensure Thamesdown Transport… read more
Dog Fouling – how to report it.
We have been talking to SBC about the problem with dog mess and they have asked that people report in any problem areas; if anyone witnesses someone letting their dog foul the grass areas or pavements, or spot a regular pattern of this occurring. That way they know to target the areas for regular warden… read more
Ten in a Bar – appearing at the Arts Centre, Devizes Road, Swindon 15th-18th Feb 7.30pm
Click here for details Ten in a Bar is established as Wiltshire’s premier close harmony singing group. Under the direction of Jill Hodge, Ten in a Bar is renowned for its eclectic mix of music from modern classics to serious contemporary works.
January 2017 police report
Police Report for the period 1st – 30th January 2017 06/01/17 – Windmill Piece – Criminal Damage – unknown suspect has caused damage to a vehicle by removing and damaging the hub caps and scratching down one side. 08/01/17 – Station Road – Dwelling burglary – unknown suspect has attempted to break into the… read more
Pubs pitch in for litter pick day on 4th March
All our local pubs have now confirmed that they will provide free tea/coffee to the volunteers working on the litter pick on 4th March – well done and thanks to our local hostelries! Calley Arms at Hodson Patriot’s Arms in Chiseldon The Plough on the Hill Bakers Arms in Badbury. Wear your yellow hi vis… read more
Village Show – first meeting 21st Feb
The Three Trees Farm shop are looking to have the first village show on 9th September 2017. The first meeting for this is Tuesday 21st Feb at the Farm Shop at 7.30pm Village Show – Meeting Announcement – Feb 2017
Mobile Library Update
The team are looking at the best way of updating all customers in plenty of time to get their books back to the van before the service ends at the end of March. Library customers who are referred to the home library service will be contacted by a RVS coordinator by phone or in person… read more
Unattended dog seen fouling green at Castle View Road
This dog was seen on the Castle View Road Green yesterday, without an owner. The dog also had a poo on 3 separate occasions which were therefor left on the green as there was no owner to clean up. If you are the owner of this dog please consider how letting your dog roam and… read more
Updated outstanding work list for the Parish
The updated list of outstanding works is attached here
Throwing away dog mess
Did you know it is fine for dog mess to also be thrown into rubbish bins, as long as its in a suitable bag. If you are walking your dog and cannot find a dog waste bin, please use a rubbish bin and keep our community clean.
Full Council Agenda 13th Feb 2017
Agenda for the meeting is attached. All residents welcome. 7.30pm Recreation Hall off Norris Road. Full council agenda 13.2.17
Bus corridor consultation events
Bus corridor consultation events this month A series of informal drop-in consultation events will be held later this month to present proposals for a new bus corridor linking Wichelstowe with the town centre. It follows previous consultation with members of the public on potential options for the scheme in December. If the proposals are agreed, the… read more
M4 J16 update
Motorists warned of overnight slip road closure on Monday The start of February has seen utility investigation and earthworks continue across the site. Traffic management will continue to be implemented on the roundabout as and when required to accommodate these various works during off-peak periods between 9am and 4pm. The M4 eastbound exit slip road… read more
Thamesdown Transport sold
Thamesdown Transport Limited sold to major bus operator Thamesdown Transport Limited has been taken over by a major commercial bus operator after councillors agreed to sell the Council’s shares in the company. The decision to sell the bus company to Go South Coast, part of the Go Ahead Group, was taken at Wednesday night’s Cabinet… read more
Friends of the Railway Path update
A quick reminder about the workday on Sunday 5th February, at 10:00. We will be working to improve the condition of the Site of Special Scientific Interest in the Old Town Railway Cutting in Swindon. This is also on route 45 of the National Cycle Network. We’ll meet at 10:00 at the foot of the… read more
Update on Butts Road resurfacing
Due to the materials of the original road surface a different approach needs to be taken when re-surfacing the road. The work has therefor been re-scheduled with a batch of similar works which are due to start at the end of summer.
February Borough and Parish Surgery
The Feb Borough/Parish surgery is this Saturday 4th Feb at the Patriot’s Arms from 11.30 to 12.30. Please pop in if you have any issues you want to discuss.
Dog mess on Castle View Road green area
To the 1% of dog walkers who do not clean up after their dogs and put their dogs mess in the red dog bin provided – Chiseldon Parish Council would have no choice but to ban dogs from this area if the situation doesn’t improve. It is obvious that children use this area so please… read more
Next Council meetings
Next Council meetings: 6th Feb Planning 7.00pm 13th Feb Full Council 7.30 16th Feb Environment – 7.00 20th Feb Recreation – 7.00 All at the Recreation Hall off Norris Close. All welcome as each meeting has a public recess.