The draft NDP was completed in July and, following discussion and approval from SODC, it was sent out to consultation with residents and statutory bodies. A meeting in the village hall on 30th July was attended by over 90 people and most expressed support for the NDP. The main areas of concern expressed by a few residents related to the re-building of the school on a new site, rather than refurbishment of the existing school, and the number of houses required. (The community hub – school, pre-school and hall – will be financed entirely from profit from these houses and the number of houses is relatively low because the landowner is prepared to sell land at less than market value).
Formal responses were received from 14 residents and 11 statutory bodies. Comments Continue reading
Don’t miss the big bargain book sale at St Mary’s Church Long Wittenham on Saturday 17th September 2016 between 10am and Noon. Hundreds of books, DVDs and CDs are available, all at the bargain price of 20p each or six for £1.
The first Long Wittenham Apple Day will take place on Saturday 8th October starting at 2pm.