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Waste Collection Changes

From next week (10th October), there will be changes to some waste collection routes in South Oxfordshire to make them more efficient and environmentally friendly. Biffa has written to all householders whose collections will be altered with specific details of … Continue reading

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HMS Pinafore

Opera lovers will remember Opera Anywhere’s much acclaimed  performances of Gilbert and Sullivan’s The Pirates of Penzance and The Mikado in 2019 and 2021.  They are returning to Long Wittenham to perform Gilbert and Sullivan’s HMS Pinafore at St Mary’s … Continue reading

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Firework Night

Long Wittenham Athletics Club has announced that it will be hosting this year’s Firework Night at Bodkins Sports Field. It will take place on Friday 4th November.  Fireworks will start at 6:45pm with a bonfire at 7:15pm. Tickets are £5 … Continue reading

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Pick a Pumpkin Family Event

Earth Trust has asked the Parish Council to publicize its special Autumn Event “Pumpkin Patch: Pick a Pumpkin, Explore our Maize Maze”. It will take place from Saturday 22nd to Sunday 30th October at Earth Trust Centre.  Alongside the opportunity … Continue reading

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Road Closure – Sires Hill

The Parish Council has been advised by the Network Management team at Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) of a temporary emergency closure of Sires Hill whilst leak repair works are carried out. The temporary closure and will operate from 29th September … Continue reading

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Volunteers Wanted

Pendon Museum has been approached by some people from the village about the use of the museum as a local resource. The idea of a pop-up café has been mentioned and this is something that the museum would really love … Continue reading

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Secondary School Applications

Parents and guardians can now apply for their year six child to attend a secondary school for September 2023. Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) is encouraging parents and guardians to list four preferences on their application.  This does not make it … Continue reading

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Better Housing, Better Health

The Parish Council has been asked by Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) to promote Better Housing, Better Heath. Better Housing Better Health is a free service, supported by OCC, that provides a single point of contact for expert advice to improve … Continue reading

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OCC Newsletter

Residents who are not already subscribers to Oxfordshire County Council’s digital newsletter “Your Oxfordshire” may like to download the latest edition.

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Cost of Living Campaign

Age UK Oxfordshire has asked the Parish Council to publicize its information campaign about the Cost of Living Crisis. Most people will have concerns about the impact of the spiralling cost of living as Winter approaches.  Age UK has specific … Continue reading

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