Author Archives: Admin
Local Government Reorganisation
Oxford City Council has asked the Parish Council to let residents know that there is now a dedicated website for its proposal for simplifying local government in Oxfordshire. Oxford City Council has put forward outline proposals that would see Oxfordshire’s … Continue reading
OCC Newsletter
Residents who are not already subscribers to Oxfordshire County Council’s digital newsletter “Your Oxfordshire” may like to download the latest edition.
High Street Chicanes Consultation
The Parish Council (PC) understands that some residents would like to see the two chicanes on the High Street removed. The PC has discussed this with Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) Highways Team to see if it is possible and, if … Continue reading
Save The Date – Village Fireworks Night
The Fireworks Team writes … We are excited to announce that Long Wittenham Fireworks Night will be lighting up the skies once again this year on Saturday 1st November 2025 in Wards Field – and you won’t want to miss … Continue reading
Wittfest 2025
The Plough Inn’s annual free music festival will take place on Friday 1st to Sunday 3rd August. Lots of local bands will be playing from Friday night to Sunday afternoon. There will also be a raffle, an outside bar, barbecue, … Continue reading
Chess Players Wanted
David Corney writes … If anyone is interested in playing chess over a chat and a beer, you are welcome to join Bill Brown and me in The Plough most Sunday evenings from 7.30pm. Neither of us would claim to … Continue reading
Warm Homes Local Grant
Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has asked the Parish Council to let residents know about its Warm Homes Local Grant. OCC is dedicated to helping Oxfordshire households on a low income improve the energy efficiency of their homes, lower their bills, … Continue reading
Hosepipe Ban
Residents may be aware that Thames Water has announced that it is imposing a hosepipe ban (also known as a Temporary Usage Ban) from Tuesday 22nd July. It will affect users who live in the following postcodes: OX, GL, SN, … Continue reading
Mikron Theatre Company
The Mikron Theatre Company will present a performance of Hush Hush! on Tuesday 29th July at 7pm in the garden of The Plough Inn. Enter a world of secrets, songs and cyphers as we meet Bletchley Park’s Heroes of Hut … Continue reading
Planning Application
The Parish Council has been advised by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) of a new planning application within the village. The application, at building east of Hamilton, Northfield Lane, Long Wittenham, is for the re-use of existing barn as dwelling … Continue reading