Category Archives: Parish Council
New Picnic Tables at Acklings
The Parish Council has installed two picnic tables at the new Acklings playground. One of the tables is wheelchair and pushchair accessible. The grass mounds have also been sown with grass seed so it should be possible to open the … Continue reading
Bodkins Playground Swings
Some residents will have noticed that the swings at Bodkins Playground have been taken down. The swing set is very old and the timbers that support the swings have been rotting for some time. A few years ago, the Parish … Continue reading
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
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
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
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
Parish Council Meeting – Thursday 17th July
The Parish Council will hold its monthly meeting in the Village Hall at 7:30pm on Thursday 17th July. All residents are invited to attend. Download the agenda here.
OCC Website for Young People
The Parish Council has been asked by Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) to promote its new website for young people in Oxfordshire. Oxme.info provides information, support and resources on various topics relevant to young people, including learning, work, activities, health, and … Continue reading
Acklings Playground Opening
Last Friday 27th June, on a beautiful sunny afternoon, the Parish Council was delighted to officially open the new children’s playground at Acklings. Over thirty children with their families turned up to see Anthi Michellis, aged six and daughter of … Continue reading
Beat The Heat
Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) has asked The Parish Council to pass on this message to residents: Stay safe in the heat this summer. Due to climate change, temperatures are increasing in Oxfordshire and elsewhere with more dry, hot weather and … Continue reading