Prew Bowtell, Long Wittenham Poppy Appeal Organiser, writes …
This year’s Poppy Appeal launches this week, and door-to-door collections will run from Thursday 24th October to Sunday 10th November.
Our village volunteers will be coming round knocking on doors but don’t worry if you don’t keep cash in the house; the option to pay online via a QR code was introduced last year Continue reading
The Parish Council has been advised by South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) of a new planning application within the village.
The application, at 37 Westfield Road, Long Wittenham, is for the demolition of single storey garage and construction of 2 storey side and front extension.
The details may be viewed on the SODC website: Continue reading
Sally Duff, organiser of Village Apple Day, writes …
Thanks to everyone who brought along apples and the volunteers who donated their time yesterday (20th October) to make this year’s Apple Day a success.
214kgs of apples were juiced, producing 107 bottles of delicious apple juice. The workers Continue reading
Residents who are not already subscribers to South Oxfordshire District Council’s digital newsletter “South News” may like to download the latest edition here.
Residents who are not already subscribers to Oxfordshire County Council’s digital newsletter “Your Oxfordshire” may like to download the latest edition.
Movie fans will be pleased to hear that the Long Wittenham Film Club will restart after its Summer break on Friday 25th October in St Mary’s Church, at 2.30pm for a 3pm start.
This month’s film will be One Life, the true story of Sir Nicholas ‘Nicky’ Winton, a young London broker who, in the months leading up to World War II, rescued 669 predominantly Jewish children from the Nazis. Continue reading
Catherine Harrison, Chair of the Governors of the village Primary School, has asked the Parish Council to publish the latest news from the school.
Visit the school’s website at www.longwittenhamschool.uk.
The village Primary School and Pre-School will be hosting a Guy Fawkes competition on the day of the village bonfire.
The competition is open to all and is free to enter. Bring your Guy along to Wards Field by 3pm on 2nd November. The winning Guy will be selected by Jo Allen and will take prime position at the top of the bonfire. Continue reading
Earth Trust has asked the Parish Council to let residents know about its Autumn Fun event for two to six year olds at Abbey Fishponds on Tuesday 29th October between 10am and noon.
Join seasonal activities for children, from minibeast IDs, a sensory scavenger hunt and a wild nature trail. Continue reading
Age UK Oxfordshire has asked the Parish Council to let residents know about Homeshare Oxfordshire.
The service brings together an older person (or couple) who may benefit from companionship or practical support at home, with another person (usually a professional, keyworker or mature student) who is happy to lend a helping hand Continue reading
