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Revd David Haylett writes …
Those of you who were resident in the Wittenhams in the 1980s will remember Revd Peter Dewey who was Team Vicar at Clifton Hampden and Culham. When Revd Simon Hankey left the Wittenhams, Peter became our Vicar in 1981 and stayed until 1992.
Sadly Peter died on Tuesday 11th November.
Hilary Dewey, his widow, has asked me to let people know that his funeral is at 1pm on Friday 28th November in Sulhamstead Abbots Church (RG7 4ED). Because this is a small building with limited parking the Service will be relayed to ’The Spire’ (RG7 4HL), formerly Ufton Nervet Church but now a Community Centre.
It is planned to hold a Memorial Service in either Long Wittenham or Clifton Hampden Church before too long.
The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting in the Village Hall at 7:30pm on Thursday 20th November.
All residents are invited to attend. Download the agenda here.
Resident Nina Dedeken has organised a first aid training course for villagers early next year.
The course will take place on Saturday 31st January in the Village Hall from 9am to 6pm (approximately). The course costs £82 per person and places are limited to twelve.
To book your place or for more details, contact Nina at hello.ninawithnature@gmail.com Continue reading
Discover a festive showcase of fine woodcraft at the Sylva Foundation Wood Centre on Friday 5th December (6pm to 9pm) and Saturday 6th December (10am to 4pm) to shop exquisite handmade wooden gifts, meet the skilled makers, and explore the inspiring courses offered by the Sylva Wood School.
Enjoy free entry, free parking, and festive refreshments. Sylva Foundation is a charity Continue reading
About seventy people and children from the Primary School assembled at the village war memorial yesterday morning (11th November) for the annual Remembrance Day commemoration.
The service was led by the Rev David Haylett. Wreaths were laid on behalf of the Parish Council, Long Wittenham Athletic Club, the WI and the Brownies. Continue reading
South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) has launched its ‘Winter in South Oxfordshire’ campaign, a seasonal initiative packed with practical advice, local events, and support to help residents stay warm, well and connected this winter.
The campaign brings together a wide range of services and resources from the council and partner organisations, including community activities, health advice, Continue reading
The Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) School Admissions Team has asked the Parish Council to inform parents and carers of children born between 1st September 2021 and 31st August 2022 that they need to apply for a primary school place.
The OCC Primary Application webpage has more information plus a link to the online application form. Continue reading
Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has divided the county into twelve Movement and Place Plans (MAP Plans). MAP Plans are part of the council’s Local Transport and Connectivity Plan (LTCP).
The MAP Plans will deliver schemes that prioritise human health and place-shaping, with the focus on making Oxfordshire a great place to live, work, enjoy etc. This will improve walking, cycling, public and shared transport Continue reading
Get all the news and information in the latest edition of the Pendon Museum Newsletter.
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The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley has asked the Parish Council to promote its crime prevention campaign which aims to inform residents about how to keep vehicles and tools safe from criminals
In the twelve months to the end of August this year, there have been 3,496 vehicle thefts and 6,666 thefts from vehicles in the Thames Valley. Continue reading
