More than 830 Swindon households have already registered an interest in the latest round of Solar Together, which offers residents a hassle-free way to begin powering their home through renewable energy. See more details about the scheme from Swindon Council Go direct to the Solar Together site.
Following its move from Apsley House to the Civic Offices in Euclid Street, the new museum and art gallery opened today (9 July) at 10.30am. The venue is free to enter and will have 40 per cent more display space, compared to its previous home, allowing it to better showcase one of the country’s best… read more
Attention all kids age 5.5-8 (and their parents!) Are you looking for a challenge? Have you felt the joy of climbing to new heights? Camping with nature and friends How about trying 1st Chiseldon Beavers……. Our waiting list for September intake is now open for boys and girls aged 5.5-8. We meet on a Wednesday… read more
You can see the full results at East Wiltshire – General election results 2024 – BBC News or in the screenshot below.
With the @NHSHealthyStart scheme, you could get help towards the cost of vegetables, fruit, milk, infant formula, and pulses. Families within Chiseldon Parish may be entitled to use NHS Healthy Start but do not know about it. Under the scheme, qualifying families with children under 4-years, can apply for a Healthy Start Card which then… read more
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. Friday, 26th June is Taste of India night… read more
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
Discounted solar panels and installation from trusted providers with Solar Together Have you considered installing solar panels but don’t know where to start? Join over 1,000 residents who have benefitted from our popular scheme, Solar Together. Solar Together is a group buying initiative where residents can club together to get the best prices for solar… read more
Many supermakets now collect plastic bags, wrapping and films for recycling. You can use Recycle Now’s ‘Recycling Locator’ to check which supermarkets collect them. If you can’t take them to be recycled, please place all soft plastic packaging in your general waste bin. Examples of soft plastics include: Film lids from fruit punnets, yoghurt pots… read more
Fun & creative outdoor activities. Available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 29th July to 22nd August, from 9am – 1pm. Book via the link below: Chiseldon Club Summer Camp.
You can use this great free resource to find out many different ways to reduce your carbon emissions – many are low-cost or will save you money. My Toolkit – Reduce Carbon Emissions – Save The Environment Now (greatcollaboration.uk)
Chiseldon Parish Council shares communications it receives which may be of interest to our residents. Chief Constable Catherine Roper writes: Dear Police and Crime Commissioner, Philip Wilkinson, I begin this letter today with some significant operational successes from the last couple of weeks. On the 14 June, Maurice Jones was convicted of murder and possession… read more
Following the success of the 2022 and 2023 schemes, Wiltshire Council and Swindon Borough Council are working in partnership with iChoosr, independent experts in group buying, to launch the third Solar Together scheme. Solar Together gives residents the opportunity to invest in renewable energy from a trusted provider to save on energy costs and improve… read more
Hannick Homes has asked the Parish Council to share the leaflet below. Hannick Homes is seeking views from local residents on a proposal for 42 dwellings on land at Hodson Road, Chiseldon. Local residents are invited to visit our website for further details and to provide comment at www. hodsonroad.com. View or download Hodson Road… read more
It’s a fair question: Why do we spend money on reactive pothole repairs – isn’t it better to tackle the root cause by resurfacing roads, rather than fix them with a ‘sticking plaster’? In an ideal world we’d have the money needed to keep potholes at bay, by resurfacing and upgrading roads as they wear… read more
Please see the letter below from Prospect Hospice. I feel incredibly lucky to be part of the team at Prospect Hospice. Every day I’m blown away by the determination and generosity of people like you – our supporters, our patients, their families, and our community. This really is a special place. Which is why it’s… read more
The Council wanted to update parishioners with regards to the grass cutting at the above locations. In 2023 the council did a tender review for the grass cutting. As a result of this a new contractor was selected for 2024 and future years. The new contractor started in March/April 2024 and due to them being… read more
We are pleased to bring you the latest edition of our newsletter for Neighbourhood Watch supporters across England and Wales. Here are some highlights in June’s edition: Neighbourhood Watch Week is here! It kicked off with The Big Lunch over the first weekend of June, and there’s plenty of activity to look out for during… read more
If you have a love of trees and a few hours to spare, we have the perfect volunteering opportunity for you. Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is looking to establish a network of ‘tree wardens’ covering every parish throughout Swindon, as part of their partnership with the Council. Whether you’re looking to get your hands in the… read more
From a local resident: Would anyone be interested in meeting up for the odd walk whether it’s 20mins or a few hours? I have spoken to a couple of people recently who enjoy walking but don’t like going out on their own. I have done a lot of lone walking but I do enjoy the… read more