Category Archives: Parish Council

Fostering in Oxfordshire

The Parish Council has been asked by Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) to let residents know that it is recruiting for more foster carers. Fostering is about providing stability, positivity, and reassurance when a child needs it most.  It’s not easy … Continue reading

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New Parish Councillor

The Parish Council welcomed a new member to its ranks at its meeting last evening (21st March), when Ian Burton was co-opted as councillor. Ian, who lives on Saxons Heath, moved to the village in 1975.  He has worked as … Continue reading

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Food Waste Action Week 2024

Oxfordshire County Council has asked the Parish Council to promote Food Waste Action Week which runs until 24th March. In Oxfordshire, residents throw away 31,320 potatoes every day – that’s enough for everyone in Carterton to have a portion of … Continue reading

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Parish Council Meeting – Thursday 21st March

The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting in the Village Hall at 7:30pm on Thursday 21st March. All residents are invited to attend.  Download the agenda here.

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Planning Application

The Parish Council has been advised by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) of a new planning application within the environs of the village. The application, at Rosehurst Farm, Long Wittenham, is to provide necessary, secure and adequate storage for agricultural … Continue reading

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Tollgate Road Culham Closure 6th to 8th March

The Parish Council has been advised by the Network Management team at Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) that there will be a temporary road closure of Tollgate Road, Culham. The closure and will operate from 6th to 8th March 2024 between … Continue reading

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Bonfire Night 2024

November is a long way off, but plans are already afoot to get Village Bonfire Night back up and running at Ward’s Field this year. Those who have attended this event in the past, will fondly remember the fantastic fireworks, … Continue reading

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Road To Clifton Hampden Closed

The Parish Council has been informed that there are road closed signs on the road to Clifton Hampden advising that the road is flooded. At present, drivers are ignoring the signs, but please be aware of the potential risks of … Continue reading

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Parish Council Meeting – Thursday 15th February

The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting in the Village Hall at 7:30pm on Thursday 15th February. All residents are invited to attend.  Download the agenda here.

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Childcare Support

Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has asked the Parish Council to share the following information with residents. Starting in April this year, existing childcare support is being expanded.  From 1st April 2024, eligible working parents of two-year-olds will be able to … Continue reading

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