Six Nations Rugby Tournament 2025
In the Great Rollright Village Hall
All you rugby fans will be delighted to know that the Six Nations Tournament kicks off again in just over one weeks’ time.
We shall make the usual provisions to refreshments, and we are keeping the costs the same as the previous tournaments (£5 for entry and drink or £10 for entry, drink and pie/pasty) – I’m sure you’ll agree this is great value!
The fixture list for the five weekends is as follows: -
K.O.
Home
Away
Fri 31/01/2024
20.15
Wales
France
Sat 01/02/2024
14.15
Scotland
Italy
16.45
Ireland
England
Sat 08/02/2024
14.15
Italy
Wales
16.45
England
France
Sun 09/02/2024
15.00
Scotland
Ireland
Sat 22/02/2024
14.15
Wales
Ireland
16.45
England
Scotland
Sun 23/02/2024
15.00
Italy
France
Sat 08/03/2024
14.15
Ireland
France
16.45
Scotland
Wales
Sun 09/03/2024
15.00
England
Italy
Sat 15/03/2024
14.15
Italy
Ireland
16.45
Wales
England
20.00
France
Scotland
It would be very helpful with catering if you would get back to me in advance if you are going to join us – we look forward to seeing you there.
Alan
Alanmonro@gmail.com
07787 151620.
In the Great Rollright Village Hall
All you rugby fans will be delighted to know that the Six Nations Tournament kicks off again in just over one weeks’ time.
We shall make the usual provisions to refreshments, and we are keeping the costs the same as the previous tournaments (£5 for entry and drink or £10 for entry, drink and pie/pasty) – I’m sure you’ll agree this is great value!
The fixture list for the five weekends is as follows: -
K.O.
Home
Away
Fri 31/01/2024
20.15
Wales
France
Sat 01/02/2024
14.15
Scotland
Italy
16.45
Ireland
England
Sat 08/02/2024
14.15
Italy
Wales
16.45
England
France
Sun 09/02/2024
15.00
Scotland
Ireland
Sat 22/02/2024
14.15
Wales
Ireland
16.45
England
Scotland
Sun 23/02/2024
15.00
Italy
France
Sat 08/03/2024
14.15
Ireland
France
16.45
Scotland
Wales
Sun 09/03/2024
15.00
England
Italy
Sat 15/03/2024
14.15
Italy
Ireland
16.45
Wales
England
20.00
France
Scotland
It would be very helpful with catering if you would get back to me in advance if you are going to join us – we look forward to seeing you there.
Alan
Alanmonro@gmail.com
07787 151620.
***BINGO***
This Friday is once again BINGO NIGHT at the village hall !!! As the winter marches on, what could be a better antedote than to have fun at bingo?
Come along for a great fun evening. As always, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm Eyes Down. Normally finished by 9.15pm
If you haven't tried it yet, here's your chance.
This Friday we have a special guest caller - many thanks to Adele from our village for stepping into the breach!!
Have fun - Duncan
GRRBingo@gmail.com
Great Rollright Village Hall Trustees
I am sure most of you at some time will have attended events at the village hall and will agree that it is a valuable asset. It is the only community facility in the village and as such warrants being protected for the future of the village. To keep it running and well managed there is a small team of Trustees that meet monthly.
2025 is going to be an exciting year for the village hall as we have started working on how to improve the hall and expand what the hall can offer to the village residents and beyond. The work we do is rewarding, and we are now looking for2 additional trustees to join the team to help with a range of activities plus the thinking that goes into the events across the year and the overall improvement of this great facility.
If you are living in the village, think you might like to become a trustee and would like some further information about the work we are doing, please contact Trevor.
Trevor Withell
07947-471894
trevor@greatrollright.org
I am sure most of you at some time will have attended events at the village hall and will agree that it is a valuable asset. It is the only community facility in the village and as such warrants being protected for the future of the village. To keep it running and well managed there is a small team of Trustees that meet monthly.
2025 is going to be an exciting year for the village hall as we have started working on how to improve the hall and expand what the hall can offer to the village residents and beyond. The work we do is rewarding, and we are now looking for2 additional trustees to join the team to help with a range of activities plus the thinking that goes into the events across the year and the overall improvement of this great facility.
If you are living in the village, think you might like to become a trustee and would like some further information about the work we are doing, please contact Trevor.
Trevor Withell
07947-471894
trevor@greatrollright.org
Be aware that there are thieves about in our village. The postbox, photographed below, was stolen from outside the gates of Shepherd’s Paddock recently.
Hi does anyone recognise this as a parcel as has been left at the wrong address again by Yodel? Should be 2 Cotswold Corner please let me know and I will come and collect?
It is food so it is time sensitive. Left at 6.30pm last night
Thanks Irene 07775513240
It is food so it is time sensitive. Left at 6.30pm last night
Thanks Irene 07775513240
The Ladies’ Night planned for 18th January has been cancelled.
An evening with local resident Mike Napier - 'Confessions of an airline pilot.'
'Monday 20th January, doors open at 7pm, aim to start at 7.30pm.The WI are hosting Mike Napier - Confessions of an airline pilot.
Mike Napier spent 21 years as an airline pilot flying both long-haul routes across the globe and short-haul routes around Europe. This evening will be a light-hearted canter through all those questions that you have always wondered about as you sit in row 34 on your way to Mallorca, but never dared to ask. How many elephants does an aeroplane weigh? Who are the pilots, what do they do and why do they do it? What about the cabin crew – who are they? And what do passengers get up to? Why flying the simulator is not fun and why pilots don’t let the aeroplanes land themselves! Why turbulence and crosswinds are not frightening – they are just very irritating. And why when your flight gets delayed, do the pilots still make you board on time? Finally, some helpful top tips on where you should go on your summer hols.
Everyone is welcome to join us for Mike's talk and refreshments. The cost for visitors is £3.
So we can cater the refreshments please let us know you are coming along via email to:greatrollrightwi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk by 16th January.
'Monday 20th January, doors open at 7pm, aim to start at 7.30pm.The WI are hosting Mike Napier - Confessions of an airline pilot.
Mike Napier spent 21 years as an airline pilot flying both long-haul routes across the globe and short-haul routes around Europe. This evening will be a light-hearted canter through all those questions that you have always wondered about as you sit in row 34 on your way to Mallorca, but never dared to ask. How many elephants does an aeroplane weigh? Who are the pilots, what do they do and why do they do it? What about the cabin crew – who are they? And what do passengers get up to? Why flying the simulator is not fun and why pilots don’t let the aeroplanes land themselves! Why turbulence and crosswinds are not frightening – they are just very irritating. And why when your flight gets delayed, do the pilots still make you board on time? Finally, some helpful top tips on where you should go on your summer hols.
Everyone is welcome to join us for Mike's talk and refreshments. The cost for visitors is £3.
So we can cater the refreshments please let us know you are coming along via email to:greatrollrightwi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk by 16th January.
A message from Sasha Gruhn
I’m not sure if people are aware but there has been a fabulous mum and baby/toddler group running in the village hall on Tuesdays for a long time. The latest organiser (Jen Stobbart) cannot run it anymore and we have decided to try to keep it going on a rota so that it is less pressure for any one mum alone. Saying that, it still requires the laying out of a lot of toys from the back room, tables, washing up some Toddler plates after snack, sweeping up afterwards and packing all the toys away. This is difficult for Mums with small children (myself included – I have an 18 month old). We are really keen to keep the group going as it is extremely popular but I wanted to ask on the bulletin if there might be any local volunteers who could lend a hand to get toys out of the cupboard around 9:30 till 10 am on a Tuesday morning and / or pack them away again between 11:30 and 12?
Please contact me on 07888 651269.
I’m not sure if people are aware but there has been a fabulous mum and baby/toddler group running in the village hall on Tuesdays for a long time. The latest organiser (Jen Stobbart) cannot run it anymore and we have decided to try to keep it going on a rota so that it is less pressure for any one mum alone. Saying that, it still requires the laying out of a lot of toys from the back room, tables, washing up some Toddler plates after snack, sweeping up afterwards and packing all the toys away. This is difficult for Mums with small children (myself included – I have an 18 month old). We are really keen to keep the group going as it is extremely popular but I wanted to ask on the bulletin if there might be any local volunteers who could lend a hand to get toys out of the cupboard around 9:30 till 10 am on a Tuesday morning and / or pack them away again between 11:30 and 12?
Please contact me on 07888 651269.
From Saya Buxton
Hi does anyone recognise this as a parcel as has been left at the wrong address again by Evri? Should be court house farm please let me know and I will come and collect?
Thanks
Saya
Saya Buxton
Court House Farm
Great Rollright
Chipping Norton
OX7 5RR
07968769491
Hi does anyone recognise this as a parcel as has been left at the wrong address again by Evri? Should be court house farm please let me know and I will come and collect?
Thanks
Saya
Saya Buxton
Court House Farm
Great Rollright
Chipping Norton
OX7 5RR
07968769491
Waste Collection Reminder
The following bins may be presented for collection tomorrow (Thu, 2 Jan):
23 Litre Food
180 Litre Refuse
Please ensure items are presented for collection by 6am.
See our Bins and recycling section for further service information.
West Oxfordshire District Council
Elmfield
New Yatt Road
Witney
OX28 1PB
Visit our website
The following bins may be presented for collection tomorrow (Thu, 2 Jan):
23 Litre Food
180 Litre Refuse
Please ensure items are presented for collection by 6am.
See our Bins and recycling section for further service information.
West Oxfordshire District Council
Elmfield
New Yatt Road
Witney
OX28 1PB
Visit our website
A dog was found wandering in the village yesterday.
Contact Chris White -
onechriswhite@hotmail.com - for more information.
Contact Chris White -
onechriswhite@hotmail.com - for more information.
A message From Thames Valley Police
A Shepherd's Stone - Christmas Special 🌟
The Shepherd Substack is back for a Christmas Special! 🎄🌟❄️ How did shepherd, Richard Widdows, celebrate Christmas? How did his experience compare to the wealthier inhabitants of Rollright, such as the Rector Rendall and his family?
➡️ https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
The Shepherd Substack is back for a Christmas Special! 🎄🌟❄️ How did shepherd, Richard Widdows, celebrate Christmas? How did his experience compare to the wealthier inhabitants of Rollright, such as the Rector Rendall and his family?
➡️ https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
From Linda Souch - lindasouch@gmail.com
Small package from Amazon delivery Tuesday evening for Alan Souch at 6, Sunnybank, Apparently delivered through letterbox around 9pm, but not our letterbox ! Please let me know if you need me to collect it from you, thanks.
Small package from Amazon delivery Tuesday evening for Alan Souch at 6, Sunnybank, Apparently delivered through letterbox around 9pm, but not our letterbox ! Please let me know if you need me to collect it from you, thanks.
Are there any more for the course on the 15th January (7-9pm)?
We have enough attendees for the Saturday 25th course but might have to cancel the 15th if we don’t get more participants.
Please let me know asap.
Sue
We have enough attendees for the Saturday 25th course but might have to cancel the 15th if we don’t get more participants.
Please let me know asap.
Sue
Come along to the Christmas Market this Sunday 15th at Great Rollright Village Hall, 11am-2pm!
Enjoy hot drinks and handmade treats at our cafe, or treat yourself to a delicious lunch with our popular festive BBQ.
Get in the festive spirit and pick up some last minute gifts with our craft stalls, from stocking fillers and decorations to handcrafted jewellery, bags, candles, plants, scarves and other unique presents.
Christmas carols will get you in the mood at 11am from chipping Norton Choral Society, followed by our very own Rollright School Choir!
There’s even a Santa’s Grotto for the little one, and all proceeds go to Friends of Great Rollright Primary School.
We look forward to seeing you there!
From Kate and the Friends Team X
Enjoy hot drinks and handmade treats at our cafe, or treat yourself to a delicious lunch with our popular festive BBQ.
Get in the festive spirit and pick up some last minute gifts with our craft stalls, from stocking fillers and decorations to handcrafted jewellery, bags, candles, plants, scarves and other unique presents.
Christmas carols will get you in the mood at 11am from chipping Norton Choral Society, followed by our very own Rollright School Choir!
There’s even a Santa’s Grotto for the little one, and all proceeds go to Friends of Great Rollright Primary School.
We look forward to seeing you there!
From Kate and the Friends Team X
Look out for hedgehogs crossing at The Tewer
News from West Oxford District Council
West Oxfordshire District Council News 12 Dec 2024
Council reaches out to households at risk of financial hardship to offer support
Council reaches out to households at risk of financial hardship to offer support Download In a drive to support at-risk households across West Oxfordshire, West Oxfordshire District Council has launched a project using the Low-Income Family Tracker (LIFT) to identify households eligible for vital financial assistance and encourage them to claim it. The initiative has already reached 233 households, urging eligible residents to apply for Pension Credit, which can unlock additional financial support.
LIFT is a data analytics tool that enables the Council to identify households at-risk of financial hardship that may not be claiming the support they are entitled to. By analysing both local authority and publicly available datasets, LIFT helps the Council target those most impacted by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and the lingering effects of the pandemic.
Cllr Rachel Crouch, Executive Member for Stronger Healthy Communities, said, "We’re using LIFT to help us identify vulnerable households that might be unaware of the support available to them.
“The pandemic, followed by the rising cost of living, has created significant financial pressure for many, and recent changes to Winter Fuel Payment criteria have made it more important than ever for eligible residents to claim Pension Credit.
“LIFT has been an invaluable tool in helping us identify those residents who may otherwise be difficult to reach. However, we recognise that there may be more people who are entitled to support but aren’t included in our data. I urge anyone who thinks they or someone they know may be eligible for Pension Credit to check their eligibility and apply before 21 December.”
Recent changes to the Winter Fuel Payment criteria mean that only those in receipt of Pension Credit or certain other means-tested benefits will now qualify for the payment. However, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates that around 880,000 households are eligible for Pension Credit but are not currently claiming it. To address this, a national Pension Credit awareness drive was launched in August, encouraging eligible households to apply for Pension Credit by 21 December 2024, enabling them to receive backdated payments and qualify for this winter's fuel support.
The project is part of the Council’s wider work to support residents facing financial hardship and ensure they claim the support they are entitled to, including the continuing Household Support Fund. The next phase will focus on helping households make the most out of their income, with the Council to continue to use LIFT to identify residents eligible for other forms of financial support and reaching out to them to make them aware.
If you think you may be eligible for Pension Credit and have not been contacted by the Council, please check your eligibility at https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/eligibility or call the pension credit helpline on 0800 99 1234 OR Age UK Oxfordshire on 0345 450 1276.
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
West Oxfordshire District Council News 12 Dec 2024
Council reaches out to households at risk of financial hardship to offer support
Council reaches out to households at risk of financial hardship to offer support Download In a drive to support at-risk households across West Oxfordshire, West Oxfordshire District Council has launched a project using the Low-Income Family Tracker (LIFT) to identify households eligible for vital financial assistance and encourage them to claim it. The initiative has already reached 233 households, urging eligible residents to apply for Pension Credit, which can unlock additional financial support.
LIFT is a data analytics tool that enables the Council to identify households at-risk of financial hardship that may not be claiming the support they are entitled to. By analysing both local authority and publicly available datasets, LIFT helps the Council target those most impacted by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and the lingering effects of the pandemic.
Cllr Rachel Crouch, Executive Member for Stronger Healthy Communities, said, "We’re using LIFT to help us identify vulnerable households that might be unaware of the support available to them.
“The pandemic, followed by the rising cost of living, has created significant financial pressure for many, and recent changes to Winter Fuel Payment criteria have made it more important than ever for eligible residents to claim Pension Credit.
“LIFT has been an invaluable tool in helping us identify those residents who may otherwise be difficult to reach. However, we recognise that there may be more people who are entitled to support but aren’t included in our data. I urge anyone who thinks they or someone they know may be eligible for Pension Credit to check their eligibility and apply before 21 December.”
Recent changes to the Winter Fuel Payment criteria mean that only those in receipt of Pension Credit or certain other means-tested benefits will now qualify for the payment. However, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) estimates that around 880,000 households are eligible for Pension Credit but are not currently claiming it. To address this, a national Pension Credit awareness drive was launched in August, encouraging eligible households to apply for Pension Credit by 21 December 2024, enabling them to receive backdated payments and qualify for this winter's fuel support.
The project is part of the Council’s wider work to support residents facing financial hardship and ensure they claim the support they are entitled to, including the continuing Household Support Fund. The next phase will focus on helping households make the most out of their income, with the Council to continue to use LIFT to identify residents eligible for other forms of financial support and reaching out to them to make them aware.
If you think you may be eligible for Pension Credit and have not been contacted by the Council, please check your eligibility at https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/eligibility or call the pension credit helpline on 0800 99 1234 OR Age UK Oxfordshire on 0345 450 1276.
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
The footpaths around the triangle have now been cleared and can be used again but please stay on the paths as there is still a lot of timber lying around.
Hello bingoers - regular or newbies!
A reminder that the BINGO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL is this Friday (13th December) at Great Rollright village hall - I look forward to seeing you there!
Doors open at 7pm for eyes down at 7.30pm. Christmas attire is highly recommended and bring all your Christmas spirit!! As usual there will be a bar with a great selection of goodies, a bonus game, raffle and free mince pies for all!!
Also a reminder if you could please provide a raffle prize towards this year's event - to help raise money for the school and village hall. Remember, ALL proceeds go to support local causes, so your kindness will be well appreciated by many! Huge thanks to those who have generously donated a raffle prize so far - but we need more! Please either bring them on the night or drop them round to me at Pooh Corner. Even if you're not able to join the fun in person, you can still support the fundraising by donating prizes!!
Let's aim for a record-breaking turn-out on Friday - bring along friends and family, young and old!
I look forward to seeing you on Friday!!
Duncan Midwood
Mobile: 07875 749235
GRRBingo@gmail.com
A reminder that the BINGO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL is this Friday (13th December) at Great Rollright village hall - I look forward to seeing you there!
Doors open at 7pm for eyes down at 7.30pm. Christmas attire is highly recommended and bring all your Christmas spirit!! As usual there will be a bar with a great selection of goodies, a bonus game, raffle and free mince pies for all!!
Also a reminder if you could please provide a raffle prize towards this year's event - to help raise money for the school and village hall. Remember, ALL proceeds go to support local causes, so your kindness will be well appreciated by many! Huge thanks to those who have generously donated a raffle prize so far - but we need more! Please either bring them on the night or drop them round to me at Pooh Corner. Even if you're not able to join the fun in person, you can still support the fundraising by donating prizes!!
Let's aim for a record-breaking turn-out on Friday - bring along friends and family, young and old!
I look forward to seeing you on Friday!!
Duncan Midwood
Mobile: 07875 749235
GRRBingo@gmail.com
There are several trees down in the woods making the path impassable.(Thanks to Lynne Cantwell for these photos.)
A large tree is down blocking the road through the woods towards Wyatts.
A message from Paul Crapper
Please could we appeal to the householder in the bottom half of the Old Forge Road area, whose oil fired central heating system has, and is, causing a major problem for the rest of the residents is this part of the village - for about a month now, the air is full of foul smelling fumes, which even get into your home if you open a door or leave a window open. Please could who ever is responsible for this, get their system sorted, preferably sooner rather than later, as it is very unpleasant.
Thank you.
Please could we appeal to the householder in the bottom half of the Old Forge Road area, whose oil fired central heating system has, and is, causing a major problem for the rest of the residents is this part of the village - for about a month now, the air is full of foul smelling fumes, which even get into your home if you open a door or leave a window open. Please could who ever is responsible for this, get their system sorted, preferably sooner rather than later, as it is very unpleasant.
Thank you.
Ladies of Great Rollright
Our WI meeting is on Monday 16th December at the Village Hall. Doors open at 7 pm for our Christmas social. We are welcoming back the Launton Handbell Ringers and are looking forward to their beautiful sound, playing Christmas music. We will begin the festive celebrations with a cocktail and enjoy a special supper, provided by our members.
If anyone would like to join us as a visitor, the cost will be £5 and please let Heather Knight know in advance, for catering purposes. She can be contacted on 01608 730154 or by email on heatherdk1722@gmail.com .
Our WI meeting is on Monday 16th December at the Village Hall. Doors open at 7 pm for our Christmas social. We are welcoming back the Launton Handbell Ringers and are looking forward to their beautiful sound, playing Christmas music. We will begin the festive celebrations with a cocktail and enjoy a special supper, provided by our members.
If anyone would like to join us as a visitor, the cost will be £5 and please let Heather Knight know in advance, for catering purposes. She can be contacted on 01608 730154 or by email on heatherdk1722@gmail.com .
Two dates for your diary in January next year.
Essential First Aid for All Ages to be delivered by the Red Cross In our Village Hall.
The course is designed for those wishing to learn skills to save a life.
There is a choice of two dates -
Wednesday 15th January, 7-9pm
Saturday, 25th January, 10-12pm
The course will include
Dealing with an emergency
Choking adult, baby and child
Unresponsive and breathing adult, baby
Unresponsive and not breathing adult, baby and child
Places are limited, so please let me know as soon as you can, if you’d like to attend.
These two courses are being funded by Great Rollright Charities and there will be no cost to participants.
Essential First Aid for All Ages to be delivered by the Red Cross In our Village Hall.
The course is designed for those wishing to learn skills to save a life.
There is a choice of two dates -
Wednesday 15th January, 7-9pm
Saturday, 25th January, 10-12pm
The course will include
Dealing with an emergency
Choking adult, baby and child
Unresponsive and breathing adult, baby
Unresponsive and not breathing adult, baby and child
Places are limited, so please let me know as soon as you can, if you’d like to attend.
These two courses are being funded by Great Rollright Charities and there will be no cost to participants.
Kitty Barclay
07887 874 447
07887 874 447
Hi everyone
A reminder that the BINGO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL is on Friday 13th December at Great Rollright village hall and I look forward to seeing a great crowd! Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Christmas attire is highly recommended and bring all your Christmas spirit!!
As usual there will be a bar with a great selection of goodies, a bonus game, raffle and free mince pies for all!!
A request: it would be fab if you could provide a raffle prize towards this year's event - to help raise money for the school and village hall. Remember, ALL proceeds go to support local causes so your kindness will be well appreciated by many! Please either bring them on the night or drop them round to me at Pooh Corner. Even if you're not able to join the fun in person, you can still support the fundraising by donating prizes!!
Let's aim for a record-breaking turn-out on Friday week - bring along friends and family, young and old!
Look forward to seeing you on Friday the 13th!!
Duncan Midwood
Mobile: 07875 749235
GRRBingo@gmail.com
A reminder that the BINGO CHRISTMAS SPECIAL is on Friday 13th December at Great Rollright village hall and I look forward to seeing a great crowd! Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Christmas attire is highly recommended and bring all your Christmas spirit!!
As usual there will be a bar with a great selection of goodies, a bonus game, raffle and free mince pies for all!!
A request: it would be fab if you could provide a raffle prize towards this year's event - to help raise money for the school and village hall. Remember, ALL proceeds go to support local causes so your kindness will be well appreciated by many! Please either bring them on the night or drop them round to me at Pooh Corner. Even if you're not able to join the fun in person, you can still support the fundraising by donating prizes!!
Let's aim for a record-breaking turn-out on Friday week - bring along friends and family, young and old!
Look forward to seeing you on Friday the 13th!!
Duncan Midwood
Mobile: 07875 749235
GRRBingo@gmail.com
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CHRISTMAS ART AND CRAFT SHOW,
GREAT ROLLRIGHT VILLAGE HALL
Saturday, November 30th and Sunday, December lst, 10am- 5pm
Winter Punch and Mincepies.
11 artists showing Pottery, Glass, Jewellery, Paintings, Mosaics and Textiles.
Free entry.
CHRISTMAS ART AND CRAFT SHOW,
GREAT ROLLRIGHT VILLAGE HALL
Saturday, November 30th and Sunday, December lst, 10am- 5pm
Winter Punch and Mincepies.
11 artists showing Pottery, Glass, Jewellery, Paintings, Mosaics and Textiles.
Free entry.
An old model Bush cd and tape player, hardly used. It comes, boxed with original instructions and works well from the mains. It can take batteries, but I have not tried that. Not PAT tested. Offers around £20. Please contact lindasouch@gmail.com
Alison and Gareth Bartlett - Hollyhedge House -have lost their grey bin. Do you have it by mistake?
If so, please contact Alison - asbartlett@hotmail.co.Uk
If so, please contact Alison - asbartlett@hotmail.co.Uk
Just a reminder about this tomorrow. If you have any question about the Charities, do come along to see us.
On Friday, November 22nd, Gavin Southwell and I will be in the Village Hall to answer your questions and discuss any aspect of the Great Rollright Charities that you might be interested in.
This is not a formal meeting but just a drop in session. We want everyone in the village to know as much as possible about the Charity and the role it can play. We can give you information, take a grant application from you or discuss a possible grant.
Maybe, there’s someone in the village that you know of who could benefit from a grant - come and see us.
We’ll just be there for an hour, 6-7pm in the small committee room at the back.
On Friday, November 22nd, Gavin Southwell and I will be in the Village Hall to answer your questions and discuss any aspect of the Great Rollright Charities that you might be interested in.
This is not a formal meeting but just a drop in session. We want everyone in the village to know as much as possible about the Charity and the role it can play. We can give you information, take a grant application from you or discuss a possible grant.
Maybe, there’s someone in the village that you know of who could benefit from a grant - come and see us.
We’ll just be there for an hour, 6-7pm in the small committee room at the back.
Autumn Internationals Rugby 2024
In the Great Rollright Village Hall
Please note that there will NOT be any of the Internationals showing in the village hall this weekend.
This is the last weekend of the Autumn Internationals, so I apologise to all the ardent rugby fans who have joined us and supported the Village Hall throughout the series.
Rugby will be back with the Six nations Tournament, which starts in early January – and of course we will let you all have plenty of notifications well in advance.
Thanks again to everyone for your support and once again apologies for the change of plan.
Alan Monro
Alanmonro@gmail.com
07787 151620
In the Great Rollright Village Hall
Please note that there will NOT be any of the Internationals showing in the village hall this weekend.
This is the last weekend of the Autumn Internationals, so I apologise to all the ardent rugby fans who have joined us and supported the Village Hall throughout the series.
Rugby will be back with the Six nations Tournament, which starts in early January – and of course we will let you all have plenty of notifications well in advance.
Thanks again to everyone for your support and once again apologies for the change of plan.
Alan Monro
Alanmonro@gmail.com
07787 151620
On Friday, November 22nd, Gavin Southwell and I will be in the Village Hall to answer your questions and discuss any aspect of the Great Rollright Charities that you might be interested in.
This is not a formal meeting but just a drop in session. We want everyone in the village to know as much as possible about the Charity and the role it can play. We can give you information, take a grant application from you or discuss a possible grant.
Maybe, there’s someone in the village that you know of who could benefit from a grant - come and see us.
We’ll just be there for an hour, 6-7pm in the small committee room at the back.
This is not a formal meeting but just a drop in session. We want everyone in the village to know as much as possible about the Charity and the role it can play. We can give you information, take a grant application from you or discuss a possible grant.
Maybe, there’s someone in the village that you know of who could benefit from a grant - come and see us.
We’ll just be there for an hour, 6-7pm in the small committee room at the back.
Can anyone recommend a piano tuner, please.
Please email Clara at clara@clarafreeman.uk.com.
Please email Clara at clara@clarafreeman.uk.com.
Autumn Internationals Rugby 2024
In the Great Rollright Village Hall
The Autumn Internationals Rugby series continues this weekend – with rugby Saturday and Sunday
To make your weekend planning easier, here are the matches for this weekend: -
Saturday November 16
17.40
England
S Africa
20.10
France
N Zealand
Sunday November 17
16.10
Wales
Australia
Entry plus ‘beverage’ £5
Entry plus ‘beverage’ plus ‘snack’ £10
We look forward to seeing you all there – and just to remind you that all profits we make from these weekends go to the village hall.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Alan Monro
Alanmonro@gmail.com
07787 151620.
Alan J Monro
+44 (0)7787 151620 / 01608 738158
In the Great Rollright Village Hall
The Autumn Internationals Rugby series continues this weekend – with rugby Saturday and Sunday
To make your weekend planning easier, here are the matches for this weekend: -
Saturday November 16
17.40
England
S Africa
20.10
France
N Zealand
Sunday November 17
16.10
Wales
Australia
Entry plus ‘beverage’ £5
Entry plus ‘beverage’ plus ‘snack’ £10
We look forward to seeing you all there – and just to remind you that all profits we make from these weekends go to the village hall.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me.
Alan Monro
Alanmonro@gmail.com
07787 151620.
Alan J Monro
+44 (0)7787 151620 / 01608 738158
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********BINGO********
This Friday (15th) is once again BINGO NIGHT at the village hall !!! It will be the last one before our CHRISTMAS SPECIAL.
Come along for a great fun evening. As always, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm Eyes Down. Normally finished by 9.15pm
If you haven't tried it yet, here's your chance.
I look forward to seeing you on Friday
Looking ahead to our Christmas Special on December 13th, here is a first call for the generous folk in Great Rollright to donate raffle prizes. At the December event we will hold a raffle, helping to raise more money for the school, village hall and other local causes, while having an exciting draw! If you can, please bring along something to bingo this Friday or drop round to Pooh Corner.
Thank you!
Duncan
GRRBingo@gmail.com
Duncan Midwood
Mobile: 07875 749235
********BINGO********
This Friday (15th) is once again BINGO NIGHT at the village hall !!! It will be the last one before our CHRISTMAS SPECIAL.
Come along for a great fun evening. As always, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm Eyes Down. Normally finished by 9.15pm
If you haven't tried it yet, here's your chance.
I look forward to seeing you on Friday
Looking ahead to our Christmas Special on December 13th, here is a first call for the generous folk in Great Rollright to donate raffle prizes. At the December event we will hold a raffle, helping to raise more money for the school, village hall and other local causes, while having an exciting draw! If you can, please bring along something to bingo this Friday or drop round to Pooh Corner.
Thank you!
Duncan
GRRBingo@gmail.com
Duncan Midwood
Mobile: 07875 749235
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CHRISTMAS ART AND CRAFT SHOW,
GREAT ROLLRIGHT VILLAGE HALL
Saturday, November 30th and Sunday, December lst,10am- 5pm
Winter Punch and Mincepies.
11 artists showing Pottery, Glass, Jewellery, Paintings, Mosaics and Textiles.
Free entry.
GREAT ROLLRIGHT WI CRAFT EVENING
7.30 pm VILLAGE HALL 18TH NOVEMBER 2024
MARZIPAN FRUITS OR VEG
£1 for members and £3 for guests
ALL WELCOME
Recommended equipment list to bring along:
• Fine cheese or nutmeg grater
• An old apron
• Fine clean paint brush
• Bread board or similar, covered in tin foil or cling film
• Small rolling pin
• Container to take your finished creations home
Materials we will supply:
• 250g natural marzipan per person
• Food grade paints
• Water jars
• Kitchen paper towel
• Vinyl gloves
• Cocktail sticks
• Bay leaves and cloves for decoration
• Petit four paper cases
7.30 pm VILLAGE HALL 18TH NOVEMBER 2024
MARZIPAN FRUITS OR VEG
£1 for members and £3 for guests
ALL WELCOME
Recommended equipment list to bring along:
• Fine cheese or nutmeg grater
• An old apron
• Fine clean paint brush
• Bread board or similar, covered in tin foil or cling film
• Small rolling pin
• Container to take your finished creations home
Materials we will supply:
• 250g natural marzipan per person
• Food grade paints
• Water jars
• Kitchen paper towel
• Vinyl gloves
• Cocktail sticks
• Bay leaves and cloves for decoration
• Petit four paper cases
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
THOUSANDS ARE MISSING OUT ON PENSION CREDIT, PLUS FREE FINANCIAL GUIDANCE.
According to Citizens Advice, up to 7000 people in West Oxfordshire are eligible for Pension Credit, but have not applied. Pension Credit is worth, on average, £3,900 per year and unlocks additional support including:-
the Winter Fuel Payment, help with Council tax, NHS dental care, access to the Warm Home discount scheme and for those over 75, a free TV licence.
Apply onlinehere or call the Pension Credit claim line:0800 99 1234
In order to receive the Winter Fuel Payment for this winter (2024-25), you must claim Pension Credit by21st December 2024.If you need support with your application, you can call our Resident Support Worker on 01993 861077
THOUSANDS ARE MISSING OUT ON PENSION CREDIT, PLUS FREE FINANCIAL GUIDANCE.
According to Citizens Advice, up to 7000 people in West Oxfordshire are eligible for Pension Credit, but have not applied. Pension Credit is worth, on average, £3,900 per year and unlocks additional support including:-
the Winter Fuel Payment, help with Council tax, NHS dental care, access to the Warm Home discount scheme and for those over 75, a free TV licence.
Apply onlinehere or call the Pension Credit claim line:0800 99 1234
In order to receive the Winter Fuel Payment for this winter (2024-25), you must claim Pension Credit by21st December 2024.If you need support with your application, you can call our Resident Support Worker on 01993 861077
Dear All
Immediate Road Closure Alert.
Hook Norton Road - Road closure required to reair a leaking water mains pipe clamp by Thames Water expected to finish on 25 October 2024.
We are waiting for the submission of the diversion route and will process asap through the normal channels once received.
Kind regards,
Robert Graham
Officer (TTRO Team)
Network Co-ordination
Robert.Graham2@oxfordshire.gov.uk Oxfordshire County Council, Ron Groves House , Oxford Road, Kidlington , Oxfordshire, OX5 2BP
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Immediate Road Closure Alert.
Hook Norton Road - Road closure required to reair a leaking water mains pipe clamp by Thames Water expected to finish on 25 October 2024.
We are waiting for the submission of the diversion route and will process asap through the normal channels once received.
Kind regards,
Robert Graham
Officer (TTRO Team)
Network Co-ordination
Robert.Graham2@oxfordshire.gov.uk Oxfordshire County Council, Ron Groves House , Oxford Road, Kidlington , Oxfordshire, OX5 2BP
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Here’s a thought. The Village Bulletin is making it too easy for the couriers - it’s letting the company and the courier off the hook. Parcels go missing - I send out a Bulletin and we sort it amongst ourselves but it shouldn’t happen like that. Couriers don’t care where they drop parcels because the company doesn’t hold them accountable - the company probably doesn’t even know. What if, when a parcel goes missing, we inform the courier company and complain. If they kept receiving complaints, I think the company would soon take some action and make the couriers accountable for where parcels are dropped.
I’m still happy to send out the Bulletins but we could also complain to the courier company. At least they’d know the extent to which it happens. If we didn’t have the Bulletin, it would be really difficult to sort it amongst ourselves.
I’m still happy to send out the Bulletins but we could also complain to the courier company. At least they’d know the extent to which it happens. If we didn’t have the Bulletin, it would be really difficult to sort it amongst ourselves.
sorry - the last Bulletin dropped the poster.
A gentle reminder about Claire’s Alteration Day this coming Saturday.
News from West Oxford District Council
West Oxfordshire District Council News 14 Oct 2024
Residents asked to become superheroes and rescue recyclable items from bins this Recycle Week
Residents asked to become superheroes and rescue recyclable items from bins this Recycle Week Download To tie in with the 'Rescue Me' theme for this year's Recycle Week (14 - 20 October) West Oxfordshire District Council is asking residents if they can save just one more recyclable item from their rubbish bins. Whether it’s an empty shampoo bottle that’s gone into the bathroom bin and is destined for general waste, or a foil takeaway container that no one wants to wash up, if everyone in the district saved just one more recyclable item a week from the rubbish bin it would add up to almost 6 million items over the course of a year.
West Oxfordshire’s recycling rates are among the best in the country and the Council currently sits at position 20 of 343 local authorities in the recycling league table for England, with residents sending most of their waste for reusing, recycling or composting. But recent analysis of waste bins in West Oxfordshire showed that 43% of their contents could have been recycled at the kerbside.
Giles Hughes, Chief Executive of West Oxfordshire District Council, said: “The analysis we recently carried out showed that recyclable items are still making up a considerable amount of the waste that goes into our rubbish bins. By weight, paper accounts for 9% of the average bin’s contents, card 4%, textiles 4% and metal 2.5%.
"However, the material most unnecessarily condemned to the rubbish bin is food waste, accounting for a massive 25% of the contents of the district's bins by weight. Just 11% of this is what we class as 'unavoidable' waste, such as peelings and eggshells, while the rest is wasted food, half of which is still in its original packaging. If this food was placed into caddies and left at the kerbside, it would be taken to the Severn Trent anaerobic digestion facility and used to generate electricity and produce bio-fertiliser to help grow more food.
“We all lead busy lives, and it can be hard to predict how much food we will need each week, but it’s important we all try not to waste food. It’s estimated that around 6-8% of all human-caused greenhouse gas emissions could be reduced if we stopped throwing away food.
“The data is showing that although we are doing really well with our recycling in the district, we need to be recycling even more of the right things. This Recycle Week and beyond we encourage residents to rescue at least one more recyclable item from their bins, particularly food.”
Using recycled materials to make new products can use up to 95% less energy than making them from scratch and saves the damage caused to communities and land in the sourcing of new raw materials. While a comparatively small amount of metal goes into the district’s bins, steel cans and aluminium foil are endlessly recyclable with no loss of quality, which makes them an exceptionally valuable resource.
Now in its 21st year, Recycle Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of recycling and shines a light on the nation’s recycling habits.
To mark the week, Oxfordshire County Council is running a design activity and prize draw for residents. To take part, entrants need to design a recycling superhero character to rescue recyclable items from the rubbish bin. Fifty entrants will be selected at random to receive an ‘Oxfordshire Reuses’ aluminium water bottle and other waste reducing goodies. Entry forms can be picked up from any Oxfordshire Library or further details can be found at: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/environment-and-planning/waste-and-recycling/oxfordshire-recycles/recycle-week-2024
Householders who are unsure what they can put into their blue-lidded recycling bin can visit the Council’s webpages to find out more: https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/what-to-put-in-your-bin/
For anything that can’t be recycled at the kerbside, the Oxfordshire Waste Wizard online tool signposts residents to the most sustainable way to reduce, reuse or recycle their unwanted items. Find the Waste Wizard: https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/wastewizard
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
West Oxfordshire District Council News 14 Oct 2024
Residents asked to become superheroes and rescue recyclable items from bins this Recycle Week
Residents asked to become superheroes and rescue recyclable items from bins this Recycle Week Download To tie in with the 'Rescue Me' theme for this year's Recycle Week (14 - 20 October) West Oxfordshire District Council is asking residents if they can save just one more recyclable item from their rubbish bins. Whether it’s an empty shampoo bottle that’s gone into the bathroom bin and is destined for general waste, or a foil takeaway container that no one wants to wash up, if everyone in the district saved just one more recyclable item a week from the rubbish bin it would add up to almost 6 million items over the course of a year.
West Oxfordshire’s recycling rates are among the best in the country and the Council currently sits at position 20 of 343 local authorities in the recycling league table for England, with residents sending most of their waste for reusing, recycling or composting. But recent analysis of waste bins in West Oxfordshire showed that 43% of their contents could have been recycled at the kerbside.
Giles Hughes, Chief Executive of West Oxfordshire District Council, said: “The analysis we recently carried out showed that recyclable items are still making up a considerable amount of the waste that goes into our rubbish bins. By weight, paper accounts for 9% of the average bin’s contents, card 4%, textiles 4% and metal 2.5%.
"However, the material most unnecessarily condemned to the rubbish bin is food waste, accounting for a massive 25% of the contents of the district's bins by weight. Just 11% of this is what we class as 'unavoidable' waste, such as peelings and eggshells, while the rest is wasted food, half of which is still in its original packaging. If this food was placed into caddies and left at the kerbside, it would be taken to the Severn Trent anaerobic digestion facility and used to generate electricity and produce bio-fertiliser to help grow more food.
“We all lead busy lives, and it can be hard to predict how much food we will need each week, but it’s important we all try not to waste food. It’s estimated that around 6-8% of all human-caused greenhouse gas emissions could be reduced if we stopped throwing away food.
“The data is showing that although we are doing really well with our recycling in the district, we need to be recycling even more of the right things. This Recycle Week and beyond we encourage residents to rescue at least one more recyclable item from their bins, particularly food.”
Using recycled materials to make new products can use up to 95% less energy than making them from scratch and saves the damage caused to communities and land in the sourcing of new raw materials. While a comparatively small amount of metal goes into the district’s bins, steel cans and aluminium foil are endlessly recyclable with no loss of quality, which makes them an exceptionally valuable resource.
Now in its 21st year, Recycle Week is the UK’s biggest celebration of recycling and shines a light on the nation’s recycling habits.
To mark the week, Oxfordshire County Council is running a design activity and prize draw for residents. To take part, entrants need to design a recycling superhero character to rescue recyclable items from the rubbish bin. Fifty entrants will be selected at random to receive an ‘Oxfordshire Reuses’ aluminium water bottle and other waste reducing goodies. Entry forms can be picked up from any Oxfordshire Library or further details can be found at: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/residents/environment-and-planning/waste-and-recycling/oxfordshire-recycles/recycle-week-2024
Householders who are unsure what they can put into their blue-lidded recycling bin can visit the Council’s webpages to find out more: https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/bins-and-recycling/what-to-put-in-your-bin/
For anything that can’t be recycled at the kerbside, the Oxfordshire Waste Wizard online tool signposts residents to the most sustainable way to reduce, reuse or recycle their unwanted items. Find the Waste Wizard: https://www.westoxon.gov.uk/wastewizard
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
***BINGO***
This Friday is once again BINGO NIGHT at the village hall !!! As the nights draw in, what could be a better tonic than to have fun at bingo?
Come along for a great fun evening. As always, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm Eyes Down. Normally finished by 9.15pm
If you haven't tried it yet, here's your chance.
I look forward to seeing you on Friday
Duncan
GRRBingo@aol.com
This Friday is once again BINGO NIGHT at the village hall !!! As the nights draw in, what could be a better tonic than to have fun at bingo?
Come along for a great fun evening. As always, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm Eyes Down. Normally finished by 9.15pm
If you haven't tried it yet, here's your chance.
I look forward to seeing you on Friday
Duncan
GRRBingo@aol.com
It's Well Worth It We want our residents to be able to stop smoking. But many smokers need extra support to help them.
Some of the best incentives to make a change come when we see progress. For this campaign, we’re focusing on the benefits that people see very quickly once they stop smoking – and then directing them to the Stop For Life Oxon services.
With this campaign you are able to order physical copies of leaflets and posters through our communications toolkit . Or follow the link below to explore the wider messages and graphics we've made available.
Find out more
Energy saver app Powering and heating a home is something everyone needs, but the cost of energy has shot up in recent years. Energy Saver App is a new, free mobile app from us that will help save money on home energy bills.
Please help us by sharing.
Find out more
Introducing My Bus Countywide bus travel, simplified. MyBus offers almost unlimited bus travel across the county – all on one ticket.
With access to over 150 bus services run by 12 different operators, MyBus offers a simple, joined-up travel solution for Oxfordshire residents and visitors.
Whether you want to explore new places, or simply make your journey to work a little easier, the MyBus ticket offers daily or weekly travel around the county for a fixed price.
Find out more
Free period products We are providing free period products in 18 libraries across the county, as part of a trial to help achieve period equality for all.
If you are able to include these messages within your own communications, using the graphics available for download on this page, we would be very grateful.
Find out more
Home upgrade grant closing soon We'd like your help in spreading the word that Home Upgrade Grant funding will be closing soon. The deadline to apply is 31 October 2024, so there’s not much time left for Oxfordshire residents to take advantage of this opportunity for free energy efficient home upgrades.
Find out more about the scheme at www.welcomethewarmth.org.uk
Download more information
Do something amazing this Care Leavers Week Help support young adults who have recently left the social care system by being part of our careers event on Tuesday 29 October at County Hall, Oxford.
Make a positive impact, showcase your business, and network with like-minded people. We need exhibitors, mentors, and those offering placements, jobs, or apprenticeships. We’re also hosting an awards ceremony on 30 October and looking for sponsorship or goody bags. Interested?
Email ashleigh.delaney@oxfordshire.gov.uk
Travel choices The roads in and around Oxford are getting more and more congested. By making small changes, we can all contribute to a more sustainable and less congested city.
Our travel choices campaign is asking people to make a difference one journey at a time and help reduce congestion by using public transport when possible.
If you are able to include our messages within your own communications, we would be very grateful.
Download more information
NHS Health Checks We would love your support in promoting NHS Health Checks and encouraging people to book their checks online today.
The health check can give people peace of mind and help them stay healthy. Plus, it's free and takes just 30 minutes.
Download more information
Social tariffs for broadband and mobile We'd love your support in sharing information about social tariffs.
They provide discounted broadband and mobile deals for people on government benefits. Anyone who qualifies could potentially save £180 per year on the average cost of broadband.
Find more information about social tariffs
Download a graphic to sit alongside any promotion
Recycle Week competition Recycle Week is fast approaching (14 - 20 October) and this year it's all about saving recyclable items from ending up in the waste bin.
We’re running a competition and we'd love you to share the news with your audiences.
Designs need to be in by 20 October.
Full details at www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/recycleweek
Morning after pill In Oxfordshire, many are not aware they can access the morning after pill for free from some pharmacies.
This campaign raises awareness and signposts people to free emergency oral contraception and contraception advice.
The clipping below was recently posted on Facebook. Richard Widdows also went by the name of Withers. He was illiterate and names were not as important as they are today.
Helen Castle (Watson) is giving a talk on shepherd Richard Widdows for the Chipping Norton Local History Society on Monday 14 October at 2.00 pm at the Methodist Church Hall, West Street.
She'll describe how Widdows' gravestone in St Andrew's inspired her to find out about his life and village history.
For non-Local History Society Members, the talk is £5, including coffee and biscuits: http://www.chippingnortonmuseum.co.uk/news.htm
She'll describe how Widdows' gravestone in St Andrew's inspired her to find out about his life and village history.
For non-Local History Society Members, the talk is £5, including coffee and biscuits: http://www.chippingnortonmuseum.co.uk/news.htm
Image Annual Ploughing Match & Country Show
Saturday 28th September 2024
Little Faringdon Road, Langford, GL7 3LA
Image Book discounted tickets online now We hope you can join us NEXT WEEK at this year’s 76th Annual Ploughing Match & Country Show being held by kind permission of AJ Cole & Son and Mr P Kirby.
As always, the horse, tractor and steam ploughing are the main attraction, however, we have lots for you to see around the show site. There are demonstrations in the Working Area, a Homecraft Tent and throughout the day there will be displays such as falconry, tractor tug-of-war and gun dogs in the Main Ring, ending with a tractor parade.We look forward to welcoming you!
Tickets for the Show are available online at a reduced rate, so please book now.
Buy discounted tickets - book now
The Annual Ploughing Championships & Country Show is run by the
Fairford, Faringdon, Filkins & Burford Ploughing Society
Website: www.ploughingmatch.co.uk | Email:info@ploughingmatch.co.uk
Saturday 28th September 2024
Little Faringdon Road, Langford, GL7 3LA
Image Book discounted tickets online now We hope you can join us NEXT WEEK at this year’s 76th Annual Ploughing Match & Country Show being held by kind permission of AJ Cole & Son and Mr P Kirby.
As always, the horse, tractor and steam ploughing are the main attraction, however, we have lots for you to see around the show site. There are demonstrations in the Working Area, a Homecraft Tent and throughout the day there will be displays such as falconry, tractor tug-of-war and gun dogs in the Main Ring, ending with a tractor parade.We look forward to welcoming you!
Tickets for the Show are available online at a reduced rate, so please book now.
Buy discounted tickets - book now
The Annual Ploughing Championships & Country Show is run by the
Fairford, Faringdon, Filkins & Burford Ploughing Society
Website: www.ploughingmatch.co.uk | Email:info@ploughingmatch.co.uk
News from West Oxford District Council
West Oxfordshire District Council News 17 Sep 2024
Air quality in West Oxfordshire continues to improve
Air quality in West Oxfordshire continues to improve Download Air quality in West Oxfordshire has improved significantly since 2005 when Air Quality Management Areas (AQMA) were declared for Witney and Chipping Norton. The nitrogen dioxide (NO2) concentrations in all monitored areas are now below the national objective levels and showing around a 50% reduction.
The Council has now approved a new Air Quality Action Plan (AQAP) which sets out current and future measures to be put in place by West Oxfordshire District Council and our air quality partners, to further reduce NO2 and other damaging particulates to acceptable levels.
Lidia Arciszewska, Executive Member for Environment said, “It’s good news for communities to know that air quality is improving, but there is still more to do. We continue to be committed to reducing the exposure of residents to poor air quality.
“We will soon publish our new AQAP that sets out plans to improve access to walking, cycling and public transport in Witney and Chipping Norton, where NO2 concentrations have been historically high. These interventions will help to maintain acceptable NO2 levels and improve health in our communities.
“We are also investigating installing fine particulate matter sensors in known hotspots in the district to monitor other damaging particles in the air. These sensors will detect pollutants that are smaller than a red blood cell and will enable us to consider how we could further improve our air quality which will ultimately help improve people’s health.”
Air pollution is associated with several adverse health impacts. It is recognised as a contributing factor in the onset of heart disease and cancer. Additionally, air pollution particularly affects the most vulnerable in society: children and older people, and those with heart and lung conditions. There is also often a strong correlation with equality issues because areas with poor air quality are also often the less affluent areas.
Fine particulate matter is becoming increasingly associated with respiratory and cardiovascular health conditions as well as other heath conditions such as cancer and dementia. Monitoring these particulates will enable the council to identify any areas of concern and then plan to improve them.
The high levels of NO2 recorded in 2005 were attributed to similar issues in both Witney and Chipping Norton, namely traffic congestion and ‘street canyons’, where continuous buildings either side of a road trap air pollutants causing them to build up.
The Covid pandemic saw concentrations of NO2 fall significantly across the UK, following the sharp decrease in vehicle usage. Since the removal of all restrictions towards the end of 2021, there has been a slight increase in NO2 concentrations across the district, but these have never returned to pre-pandemic levels.
Predictions based on raw 2024 data collected to date, suggests the annual average NO2 concentration for the current year will be lower than 2023, continuing the trend of improvement. If this is proven to be the case, it is likely Defra will expect to revoke the AQMAs in 2025 or 2026. Revocation of an AQMA is expected when concentrations of NO2 have been at acceptable levels for three consecutive years.
The continuing downward trend in NO2 concentrations we are seeing across the district, is thought to be due to a combination of factors, including the continuing popularity of working from home and an increase in uptake of low emission and ultra-low emission vehicles.
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
West Oxfordshire District Council News 17 Sep 2024
Air quality in West Oxfordshire continues to improve
Air quality in West Oxfordshire continues to improve Download Air quality in West Oxfordshire has improved significantly since 2005 when Air Quality Management Areas (AQMA) were declared for Witney and Chipping Norton. The nitrogen dioxide (NO2) concentrations in all monitored areas are now below the national objective levels and showing around a 50% reduction.
The Council has now approved a new Air Quality Action Plan (AQAP) which sets out current and future measures to be put in place by West Oxfordshire District Council and our air quality partners, to further reduce NO2 and other damaging particulates to acceptable levels.
Lidia Arciszewska, Executive Member for Environment said, “It’s good news for communities to know that air quality is improving, but there is still more to do. We continue to be committed to reducing the exposure of residents to poor air quality.
“We will soon publish our new AQAP that sets out plans to improve access to walking, cycling and public transport in Witney and Chipping Norton, where NO2 concentrations have been historically high. These interventions will help to maintain acceptable NO2 levels and improve health in our communities.
“We are also investigating installing fine particulate matter sensors in known hotspots in the district to monitor other damaging particles in the air. These sensors will detect pollutants that are smaller than a red blood cell and will enable us to consider how we could further improve our air quality which will ultimately help improve people’s health.”
Air pollution is associated with several adverse health impacts. It is recognised as a contributing factor in the onset of heart disease and cancer. Additionally, air pollution particularly affects the most vulnerable in society: children and older people, and those with heart and lung conditions. There is also often a strong correlation with equality issues because areas with poor air quality are also often the less affluent areas.
Fine particulate matter is becoming increasingly associated with respiratory and cardiovascular health conditions as well as other heath conditions such as cancer and dementia. Monitoring these particulates will enable the council to identify any areas of concern and then plan to improve them.
The high levels of NO2 recorded in 2005 were attributed to similar issues in both Witney and Chipping Norton, namely traffic congestion and ‘street canyons’, where continuous buildings either side of a road trap air pollutants causing them to build up.
The Covid pandemic saw concentrations of NO2 fall significantly across the UK, following the sharp decrease in vehicle usage. Since the removal of all restrictions towards the end of 2021, there has been a slight increase in NO2 concentrations across the district, but these have never returned to pre-pandemic levels.
Predictions based on raw 2024 data collected to date, suggests the annual average NO2 concentration for the current year will be lower than 2023, continuing the trend of improvement. If this is proven to be the case, it is likely Defra will expect to revoke the AQMAs in 2025 or 2026. Revocation of an AQMA is expected when concentrations of NO2 have been at acceptable levels for three consecutive years.
The continuing downward trend in NO2 concentrations we are seeing across the district, is thought to be due to a combination of factors, including the continuing popularity of working from home and an increase in uptake of low emission and ultra-low emission vehicles.
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
A message from Christopher Turner
The weather has been so unpredictable that I left it till this morning to decide if i was to “ride and stride”. It turned out to be lovely, so I repeated what I did last year and had done with Lucia in the past - walk twice round the village via the church and the fair. Sponsorships will be welcome, either to me or to one of the Churchwardens (Gavin Southwell and Mike Napier). Many thanks. Half the money goes to the Oxford Historic Churches Trust and half through the Trust to St.Andrew’s Church.
The weather has been so unpredictable that I left it till this morning to decide if i was to “ride and stride”. It turned out to be lovely, so I repeated what I did last year and had done with Lucia in the past - walk twice round the village via the church and the fair. Sponsorships will be welcome, either to me or to one of the Churchwardens (Gavin Southwell and Mike Napier). Many thanks. Half the money goes to the Oxford Historic Churches Trust and half through the Trust to St.Andrew’s Church.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Great Rollright Autumn Fair this Saturday, 11am-3pm!
It's a lovely community event and the perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow Rollrighteans.
Come and view our impressive collection of classic and quirky cars, enjoy some refreshments from our bar, grab lunch from the Love Pizza van, try your luck on the raffle and tombolas, and browse our market stalls.
Bring your four legged friends to join in the fun - who knows, they might pick up the Best in Show Rosette at our Dog Show! You are welcome to sign up on the day from 11am (the entry fee is £2 per dog/per class).
There'll be games a-plenty and prizes galore, plus bouncy castles, nerf shoot out, pony rides, tuck shop, face paint and hair braiding to keep the children busy. We'll also find out the winner of the Lego building competition and enjoy a display of their models.
All money raised will go to our wonderful school, enhancing the experience of all Great Rollright pupils.
Thanks as always for your continued support. Rollright is a wonderful village!
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, from Kate and the Friends of Great Rollright team X
It's a lovely community event and the perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow Rollrighteans.
Come and view our impressive collection of classic and quirky cars, enjoy some refreshments from our bar, grab lunch from the Love Pizza van, try your luck on the raffle and tombolas, and browse our market stalls.
Bring your four legged friends to join in the fun - who knows, they might pick up the Best in Show Rosette at our Dog Show! You are welcome to sign up on the day from 11am (the entry fee is £2 per dog/per class).
There'll be games a-plenty and prizes galore, plus bouncy castles, nerf shoot out, pony rides, tuck shop, face paint and hair braiding to keep the children busy. We'll also find out the winner of the Lego building competition and enjoy a display of their models.
All money raised will go to our wonderful school, enhancing the experience of all Great Rollright pupils.
Thanks as always for your continued support. Rollright is a wonderful village!
We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, from Kate and the Friends of Great Rollright team X
Volunteers and cakes. Great Rollright Autumn Fair this Saturday 11-3pm
A call for help with light café duties or cakes for this Saturday !
Great Rollright WI is running the café for another year at the Autumn Fair which is this Saturday. The money raised in the café is split between the school and our WI.
Are you free to volunteer or bake ?
The fete is 11-3pm and we are looking for 1 or 2 people to join us to cover the shifts.
The more people we have the less time we need to share around, so even if you only have 30 mins or so please do try to pop up. No worries if you cannot help - please do come along to enjoy the Autumn Fair, Classic car show, Dog show and a new food stall.
If you could let me know if you can help - there are details below - thank you in advance.
Martene, Heather, Adele, Irene and Marilina.
ROTA
11-12.30pm - Martene, Eileen, Helen B
12.30-2pm - Martene, Adele
2pm to 3.30pm - Margaret B , Brenda, Irene
CAKES
Please can you drop cakes to the hall from 10am to 11am. Or drop them to Heather and I prior to the day.
Large cakes are great as are individual cup cakes.
Marilina x 4
Irene - Rocky Road
Heather K x 1
Martene - Muffins +1
Eileen x 1
Sue - Tea Loaf
Brenda - Chocolate cake and traybake or Lemon Drizzle
Ruth - Gingerbread of Lemon Loaf
Cat x 1
A call for help with light café duties or cakes for this Saturday !
Great Rollright WI is running the café for another year at the Autumn Fair which is this Saturday. The money raised in the café is split between the school and our WI.
Are you free to volunteer or bake ?
The fete is 11-3pm and we are looking for 1 or 2 people to join us to cover the shifts.
The more people we have the less time we need to share around, so even if you only have 30 mins or so please do try to pop up. No worries if you cannot help - please do come along to enjoy the Autumn Fair, Classic car show, Dog show and a new food stall.
If you could let me know if you can help - there are details below - thank you in advance.
Martene, Heather, Adele, Irene and Marilina.
ROTA
11-12.30pm - Martene, Eileen, Helen B
12.30-2pm - Martene, Adele
2pm to 3.30pm - Margaret B , Brenda, Irene
CAKES
Please can you drop cakes to the hall from 10am to 11am. Or drop them to Heather and I prior to the day.
Large cakes are great as are individual cup cakes.
Marilina x 4
Irene - Rocky Road
Heather K x 1
Martene - Muffins +1
Eileen x 1
Sue - Tea Loaf
Brenda - Chocolate cake and traybake or Lemon Drizzle
Ruth - Gingerbread of Lemon Loaf
Cat x 1
Great Rollright Ladies
Our WI meets at 7.30 pm on Monday 16th September when we will be hearing from a professional needlewoman about her career as an ecclesiastical embroiderer. Felicity has completed innumerable pieces, many for local churches and even displayed in the V&A. All are welcome to join us to enjoy the talk and tea. We look forward to seeing some new faces!
Our WI meets at 7.30 pm on Monday 16th September when we will be hearing from a professional needlewoman about her career as an ecclesiastical embroiderer. Felicity has completed innumerable pieces, many for local churches and even displayed in the V&A. All are welcome to join us to enjoy the talk and tea. We look forward to seeing some new faces!
News from West Oxford District Council
West Oxfordshire District Council News 06 Sep 2024
Second-hand clothing is back in fashion this September
Second-hand clothing is back in fashion this September Download A national campaign encouraging people to shop for clothing second-hand and to donate anything they no longer wear is being supported by West Oxfordshire District Council this month.
Second Hand September highlights the environmental damage caused by textile production - a highly intensive process which often relies on pesticides, toxic chemicals and vast amounts of water.
In the UK approximately 350,000 tonnes of clothing is binned each year rather than being passed on or recycled, wasting valuable resources and further adding to the negative impact that textiles have on the environment.
This Second Hand September, the Council is joining others to encourage people to shop second-hand where possible and make sure old clothing is reused or recycled.
If anyone has clothes that aren’t good enough to pass on, the message is not to put them in the rubbish bin. Clothing, shoes, slippers, blankets, towels, bedsheets and curtains can all be recycled at the kerbside. Residents simply need to leave them out for collection next to their recycling wheelie bin in a tied carrier bag to keep them dry.
All of Oxfordshire’s Household Recycling Centres also accept textiles, and there are charity recycling banks for clothing and textiles in the district. Nearly all textiles can be reused, either being repurposed as clothing or as secondary raw materials for the car, building and textile industries.
Lidia Arciszewska, Executive Member for Environment at West Oxfordshire District Council, said: “Second Hand September is a great reminder of the ways we can enjoy fashion without it having a huge negative cost to our planet, for example by buying second-hand or swapping clothes with friends.
“The good news is that two-thirds of people in the UK say they have bought second-hand clothing and the vintage market is booming, particularly among young people. By 2032, it’s predicted that sales in the second-hand clothing market could overtake those of fast fashion.
“We hope that lots of people will be inspired to think second-hand this September and beyond.”
Climate Action Oxfordshire is a partnership between Oxfordshire County Council and the five district authorities, including West Oxfordshire District Council.
The Climate Action Oxfordshire website (www.climateactionoxfordshire.org.uk ) contains guides on shopping more sustainably, looking after clothes so they last longer and how to buy the best quality second-hand clothes.
Throughout the month, West Oxfordshire District Council will be sharing information on its social media channels and highlighting the work of repair cafes in the district, many of which have volunteers available to fix broken zips and carry out other clothing repairs and alterations to give clothing a new lease of life in return for a small donation.
The Second Hand September awareness month was initiated by Oxfam in 2019.
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
West Oxfordshire District Council News 06 Sep 2024
Second-hand clothing is back in fashion this September
Second-hand clothing is back in fashion this September Download A national campaign encouraging people to shop for clothing second-hand and to donate anything they no longer wear is being supported by West Oxfordshire District Council this month.
Second Hand September highlights the environmental damage caused by textile production - a highly intensive process which often relies on pesticides, toxic chemicals and vast amounts of water.
In the UK approximately 350,000 tonnes of clothing is binned each year rather than being passed on or recycled, wasting valuable resources and further adding to the negative impact that textiles have on the environment.
This Second Hand September, the Council is joining others to encourage people to shop second-hand where possible and make sure old clothing is reused or recycled.
If anyone has clothes that aren’t good enough to pass on, the message is not to put them in the rubbish bin. Clothing, shoes, slippers, blankets, towels, bedsheets and curtains can all be recycled at the kerbside. Residents simply need to leave them out for collection next to their recycling wheelie bin in a tied carrier bag to keep them dry.
All of Oxfordshire’s Household Recycling Centres also accept textiles, and there are charity recycling banks for clothing and textiles in the district. Nearly all textiles can be reused, either being repurposed as clothing or as secondary raw materials for the car, building and textile industries.
Lidia Arciszewska, Executive Member for Environment at West Oxfordshire District Council, said: “Second Hand September is a great reminder of the ways we can enjoy fashion without it having a huge negative cost to our planet, for example by buying second-hand or swapping clothes with friends.
“The good news is that two-thirds of people in the UK say they have bought second-hand clothing and the vintage market is booming, particularly among young people. By 2032, it’s predicted that sales in the second-hand clothing market could overtake those of fast fashion.
“We hope that lots of people will be inspired to think second-hand this September and beyond.”
Climate Action Oxfordshire is a partnership between Oxfordshire County Council and the five district authorities, including West Oxfordshire District Council.
The Climate Action Oxfordshire website (www.climateactionoxfordshire.org.uk ) contains guides on shopping more sustainably, looking after clothes so they last longer and how to buy the best quality second-hand clothes.
Throughout the month, West Oxfordshire District Council will be sharing information on its social media channels and highlighting the work of repair cafes in the district, many of which have volunteers available to fix broken zips and carry out other clothing repairs and alterations to give clothing a new lease of life in return for a small donation.
The Second Hand September awareness month was initiated by Oxfam in 2019.
Contact Information
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
Neighbourhood Alert Logo The Police Message Type Icon THEFT OF MOTOR VEHCLES
We are continuing to have instances of cars being stolen from just outside houses, this normally involves keyless cars and normally happens overnight however in some cases this has happened in the middle of the day when no-one expects it.
There is an easy way to protect against this theft and it involves getting a storage pouch/box for your keys which blocks the signal being stolen, the thieves steal your keys signal from outside your house and then use the signal to steal your car. They will also de-activate any tracking signals from the vehicles as they are very organised and professionals who know what they are doing.
We are advising people to purchase a RFID key fob pouch or box as it is a simple thing that can stop the theft of your keyless car. If you want to know more please use the link below. (please note we have selected this article as it has lots of good information however we are not suggesting a particular type or brand):
Protect Your Car from Break-Ins: Tips to Help Protect Electronics (popularmechanics.com)
Please take all steps you can to prevent your car being targeted.
Message Sent By
Nick Morley
(Police, PCSO, Cherwell and West)
We are continuing to have instances of cars being stolen from just outside houses, this normally involves keyless cars and normally happens overnight however in some cases this has happened in the middle of the day when no-one expects it.
There is an easy way to protect against this theft and it involves getting a storage pouch/box for your keys which blocks the signal being stolen, the thieves steal your keys signal from outside your house and then use the signal to steal your car. They will also de-activate any tracking signals from the vehicles as they are very organised and professionals who know what they are doing.
We are advising people to purchase a RFID key fob pouch or box as it is a simple thing that can stop the theft of your keyless car. If you want to know more please use the link below. (please note we have selected this article as it has lots of good information however we are not suggesting a particular type or brand):
Protect Your Car from Break-Ins: Tips to Help Protect Electronics (popularmechanics.com)
Please take all steps you can to prevent your car being targeted.
Message Sent By
Nick Morley
(Police, PCSO, Cherwell and West)
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure at Hook Norton Road, Great Rollright
A request has been received from Ground Control for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Hook Norton Road, whilst essential Tree cutting for SSE power outage works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate on 16/9/2024.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
A copy of the drawing showing the extent of the closure and also the alternative routes for traffic is attached.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Joe Lemar on 01277 650697
Kind regards,
Rosie-Mae Franklin
Officer
Network Co-ordination
07796941331
rosie-mae.franklin@oxfordshire.gov.uk Oxfordshire County Council, Ron Groves House , Oxford Road, Kidlington , Oxfordshire, OX5 2BP
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
Temporary Road Closure at Hook Norton Road, Great Rollright
A request has been received from Ground Control for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Hook Norton Road, whilst essential Tree cutting for SSE power outage works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate on 16/9/2024.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
A copy of the drawing showing the extent of the closure and also the alternative routes for traffic is attached.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Joe Lemar on 01277 650697
Kind regards,
Rosie-Mae Franklin
Officer
Network Co-ordination
07796941331
rosie-mae.franklin@oxfordshire.gov.uk Oxfordshire County Council, Ron Groves House , Oxford Road, Kidlington , Oxfordshire, OX5 2BP
www.oxfordshire.gov.uk
News from West Oxford District Council
West Oxfordshire District Council News 29 Aug 2024
Executive Back on Tour in Chipping Norton
Executive Back on Tour in Chipping Norton Download West Oxfordshire District Council’s Executive is on tour again next month as they take their 11 September Executive meeting to the Upper Hall at the Town Hall in Chipping Norton
Executive meetings, where key council decisions are made, will continue to tour across the district in 2024 to make it easier for people to take part in local democracy and have their say.
Executive on Tour has been improved for this year with more opportunities added for residents to work directly with the council leadership on locally important topics. These sessions will be run by specialists from the council and will ask residents to help input into key decisions. At Chipping Norton the topic of this engagement will Local Markets.
Councillor Andy Graham, Leader of the Council said, “We are really pleased with the response following our previous Executive on Tour meetings which saw good attendance and it was fantastic to see people coming to our meetings who don’t usually attend.
“We want the council decision making process to be open, transparent, and easy for local people to get involved with.
“We are trialling different times for our meetings in future, which we hope will make it easier for working people to become involved.
“I encourage local people to come along, and we look forward to talking to people about what matters to them.
The new engagement sessions we have added this year will enable us to work directly with residents on key projects. For our Chipping Norton meeting, we’ll be discussing our local markets, general economic development, and how we can invest and support our markets and their valuable contribution to local communities. So why not pop along and take part? Remember, this is your Council.”
The meetings will be held in towns across the district over the coming months with details to be published on the Council’s website as venues are confirmed closer to each meeting. The details for September's meeting are:
* 11 September 2024, Chipping Norton Town Hall, 2.30pm
This meeting’s Engagement Session will be Local Markets in West Oxfordshire and the session will start at 3.30pm
All meetings will be open for residents to attend without pre-booking. After the meeting, everyone is welcome to chat to our Executive members directly.
Each meeting has a standing agenda item for public participation, where residents can raise topics important to them. Members of the public wishing to ask a question at the meetings must notify the Council by emailing democratic.services@westoxon.gov.uk by 2.00pm on the Friday directly before the meeting. More information is available on the Council's website.
West Oxfordshire District Council News 29 Aug 2024
Executive Back on Tour in Chipping Norton
Executive Back on Tour in Chipping Norton Download West Oxfordshire District Council’s Executive is on tour again next month as they take their 11 September Executive meeting to the Upper Hall at the Town Hall in Chipping Norton
Executive meetings, where key council decisions are made, will continue to tour across the district in 2024 to make it easier for people to take part in local democracy and have their say.
Executive on Tour has been improved for this year with more opportunities added for residents to work directly with the council leadership on locally important topics. These sessions will be run by specialists from the council and will ask residents to help input into key decisions. At Chipping Norton the topic of this engagement will Local Markets.
Councillor Andy Graham, Leader of the Council said, “We are really pleased with the response following our previous Executive on Tour meetings which saw good attendance and it was fantastic to see people coming to our meetings who don’t usually attend.
“We want the council decision making process to be open, transparent, and easy for local people to get involved with.
“We are trialling different times for our meetings in future, which we hope will make it easier for working people to become involved.
“I encourage local people to come along, and we look forward to talking to people about what matters to them.
The new engagement sessions we have added this year will enable us to work directly with residents on key projects. For our Chipping Norton meeting, we’ll be discussing our local markets, general economic development, and how we can invest and support our markets and their valuable contribution to local communities. So why not pop along and take part? Remember, this is your Council.”
The meetings will be held in towns across the district over the coming months with details to be published on the Council’s website as venues are confirmed closer to each meeting. The details for September's meeting are:
* 11 September 2024, Chipping Norton Town Hall, 2.30pm
This meeting’s Engagement Session will be Local Markets in West Oxfordshire and the session will start at 3.30pm
All meetings will be open for residents to attend without pre-booking. After the meeting, everyone is welcome to chat to our Executive members directly.
Each meeting has a standing agenda item for public participation, where residents can raise topics important to them. Members of the public wishing to ask a question at the meetings must notify the Council by emailing democratic.services@westoxon.gov.uk by 2.00pm on the Friday directly before the meeting. More information is available on the Council's website.
Residents' views sought on open air markets
Residents, businesses, and stall holders in West Oxfordshire are invited to help shape the open-air markets in Chipping Norton and Witney to increase footfall, boost prosperity and enhance the visitor experience.
Cllr Duncan Enright, Deputy Leader of the Council and Executive Member for Economic Development, said:
“Our markets are what make our towns special: the clue is in the ‘market towns’ name. We value our existing stallholders very highly and want to support them and new traders to make the markets bigger, better and more successful.
“We have a real opportunity to improve the experience and perception of our markets for residents and visitors. With funding from the Government, we can invest in our open markets and improve the town centre’s retail and service sector.
“Our aim is to commission a commercial market operator to run the weekly retail markets in Witney and Chipping Norton to drive forward improvements to both markets. But we need first to understand the public’s perception of the current markets in the two locations and what they believe will make the make the markets the best they can be. I urge everyone to get involved in our short survey on the markets; only then can we start to implement the improvements you want to see.
"We know that residents value special events like the Christmas Market in Witney last year, and this was reflected in the footfall figures. Our mission is to create a programme of themed markets at Marriotts Walk that complements the offerings of the retail markets, providing residents with a diverse and vibrant shopping experience. This is a collaborative process and so working together with town partnerships and existing stallholders will be crucial to achieving a shared vision.”
The vision for West Oxfordshire, as laid out in the 2023-2027 Council plan, is to build a district with thriving local economies and vibrant town centres. The Council recognises the crucial role its outdoor markets play in this and hopes that by improving its markets and attracting more visitors, it will boost financial growth for town centres, create more job opportunities, and ensure stronger, happier communities.
To take part in the survey please go to https://yourvoice.westoxon.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/west-oxfordshire-markets. Your responses will help us understand how we can better serve the community and make the markets an even more enjoyable place to visit.
Residents' views sought on open air markets
Residents, businesses, and stall holders in West Oxfordshire are invited to help shape the open-air markets in Chipping Norton and Witney to increase footfall, boost prosperity and enhance the visitor experience.
Cllr Duncan Enright, Deputy Leader of the Council and Executive Member for Economic Development, said:
“Our markets are what make our towns special: the clue is in the ‘market towns’ name. We value our existing stallholders very highly and want to support them and new traders to make the markets bigger, better and more successful.
“We have a real opportunity to improve the experience and perception of our markets for residents and visitors. With funding from the Government, we can invest in our open markets and improve the town centre’s retail and service sector.
“Our aim is to commission a commercial market operator to run the weekly retail markets in Witney and Chipping Norton to drive forward improvements to both markets. But we need first to understand the public’s perception of the current markets in the two locations and what they believe will make the make the markets the best they can be. I urge everyone to get involved in our short survey on the markets; only then can we start to implement the improvements you want to see.
"We know that residents value special events like the Christmas Market in Witney last year, and this was reflected in the footfall figures. Our mission is to create a programme of themed markets at Marriotts Walk that complements the offerings of the retail markets, providing residents with a diverse and vibrant shopping experience. This is a collaborative process and so working together with town partnerships and existing stallholders will be crucial to achieving a shared vision.”
The vision for West Oxfordshire, as laid out in the 2023-2027 Council plan, is to build a district with thriving local economies and vibrant town centres. The Council recognises the crucial role its outdoor markets play in this and hopes that by improving its markets and attracting more visitors, it will boost financial growth for town centres, create more job opportunities, and ensure stronger, happier communities.
To take part in the survey please go to https://yourvoice.westoxon.gov.uk/en-GB/projects/west-oxfordshire-markets. Your responses will help us understand how we can better serve the community and make the markets an even more enjoyable place to visit.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT BULLETIN
21 AUGUST 2024
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NEW BORDER SECURITY MEASURES
Today (21 August), the Home Secretary has announced new border security measures .
The new measures include:
* up to 100 new specialist intelligence and investigations officers deployed to the National Crime Agency (NCA) to disrupt criminal smuggling gangs and prevent dangerous boat crossings
* increased enforcement and returns flights, with the aim of putting removals at their highest level since 2018
* increased detention capacity
* redeployment of staff
* sanctions to be taken against employers who hire workers illegally
UPDATE FROM THE INTERIM INDEPENDENT CHIEF INSPECTOR OF BORDERS AND IMMIGRATION
Yesterday (20 August), the Interim Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration David Bolt provided an update about his priorities in the role and his plans for new inspection topics .
PENSION CREDIT: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Today (21 August), the Government has published information on how to claim for Pension Credit .
Pensioners should check if they could be eligible for Pension Credit to secure the Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300 per household.
Pensioners need to apply for pension credits by 21 December 2024, to receive the Winter Fuel Payment.
Councils are being asked to encourage the uptake of pension credit in their local areas.
REMINDER – NOMINATIONS FOR THE KING’S BIRTHDAY 2025 HONOURS ROUND – DEADLINE FRIDAY 23 AUGUST 2024
MHCLG is inviting councils and stakeholders to submit nominations for the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours list . This will be published on the King’s official birthday in June next year.
We are particularly keen to receive nominations for those who have made exceptional contributions, including:
* Individuals helping to build a stronger and more united country and improving the lives of citizens across the United Kingdom.
* Individuals in the private and public sector working on regenerating places across the country including building the homes that we need, and ensuring buildings are safe, and high quality.
* Individuals delivering exceptional local public services for communities and leading innovation and reform in local government.
* Individuals working in local communities to make them resilient, integrated, and fostering a more meaningful engagement with government.
* Those working to resettle people displaced by international insecurity, and brought to the UK on resettlement schemes, for example those from Ukraine, Afghanistan and Hong Kong.
This includes not just council chief executives, leaders and councillors, but staff at all levels of your respective organisations. Councillors may also wish to consider nominating people in their wards whose work has had a significant impact on their local communities.
Councils are encouraged to share this request for nominations as widely as possible within their organisations and with relevant stakeholders, as well as to support colleagues who may be considering making a nomination.
Please note that the deadline for nominations to be submitted to MHCLG is midnight on Friday 23 August 2024.
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Further information on nominations is available on the Cabinet Office website: https://honours.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/how-to-nominate/
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VACCINATION INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Today (21 August), The UK Health Security Agency published information as a reminder for all higher education and university students – freshers and returning students – to make sure they are up to date with their free NHS childhood and adolescent vaccines against meningitis, measles and HPV ahead of starting the new academic year.
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NEW BORDER SECURITY MEASURES
Today (21 August), the Home Secretary has announced new border security measures .
The new measures include:
* up to 100 new specialist intelligence and investigations officers deployed to the National Crime Agency (NCA) to disrupt criminal smuggling gangs and prevent dangerous boat crossings
* increased enforcement and returns flights, with the aim of putting removals at their highest level since 2018
* increased detention capacity
* redeployment of staff
* sanctions to be taken against employers who hire workers illegally
UPDATE FROM THE INTERIM INDEPENDENT CHIEF INSPECTOR OF BORDERS AND IMMIGRATION
Yesterday (20 August), the Interim Independent Chief Inspector of Borders and Immigration David Bolt provided an update about his priorities in the role and his plans for new inspection topics .
PENSION CREDIT: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Today (21 August), the Government has published information on how to claim for Pension Credit .
Pensioners should check if they could be eligible for Pension Credit to secure the Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300 per household.
Pensioners need to apply for pension credits by 21 December 2024, to receive the Winter Fuel Payment.
Councils are being asked to encourage the uptake of pension credit in their local areas.
REMINDER – NOMINATIONS FOR THE KING’S BIRTHDAY 2025 HONOURS ROUND – DEADLINE FRIDAY 23 AUGUST 2024
MHCLG is inviting councils and stakeholders to submit nominations for the King’s Birthday 2025 Honours list . This will be published on the King’s official birthday in June next year.
We are particularly keen to receive nominations for those who have made exceptional contributions, including:
* Individuals helping to build a stronger and more united country and improving the lives of citizens across the United Kingdom.
* Individuals in the private and public sector working on regenerating places across the country including building the homes that we need, and ensuring buildings are safe, and high quality.
* Individuals delivering exceptional local public services for communities and leading innovation and reform in local government.
* Individuals working in local communities to make them resilient, integrated, and fostering a more meaningful engagement with government.
* Those working to resettle people displaced by international insecurity, and brought to the UK on resettlement schemes, for example those from Ukraine, Afghanistan and Hong Kong.
This includes not just council chief executives, leaders and councillors, but staff at all levels of your respective organisations. Councillors may also wish to consider nominating people in their wards whose work has had a significant impact on their local communities.
Councils are encouraged to share this request for nominations as widely as possible within their organisations and with relevant stakeholders, as well as to support colleagues who may be considering making a nomination.
Please note that the deadline for nominations to be submitted to MHCLG is midnight on Friday 23 August 2024.
Please contact honours@communities.gov.uk for help, advice or if you encounter any technical difficulties.
Further information on nominations is available on the Cabinet Office website: https://honours.cabinetoffice.gov.uk/how-to-nominate/
PUBLIC HEALTH UPDATES
VACCINATION INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS
Today (21 August), The UK Health Security Agency published information as a reminder for all higher education and university students – freshers and returning students – to make sure they are up to date with their free NHS childhood and adolescent vaccines against meningitis, measles and HPV ahead of starting the new academic year.
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NORTH COTSWOLD ARTS ASSOC. Summer Exhibition. Mon. 26th - Sat. 31st. August in Warwick Hall, Burford. OX18 4RY Free entry. 10am - 5.00pm daily. Refreshments.
If anyone witnessed anything yesterday afternoon that might be relevant, please contact the police.
The farm at Church End was broken into around 2pm yesterday. There was a witness who saw 3 youths exit the farm carrying boxes with hoodies up and went off in a white fiesta registration EN65 JZC. The owners were informed and they had the police there last night. It is horrifying that this happened in broad daylight. Hopefully with the registration they will be caught.
The farm at Church End was broken into around 2pm yesterday. There was a witness who saw 3 youths exit the farm carrying boxes with hoodies up and went off in a white fiesta registration EN65 JZC. The owners were informed and they had the police there last night. It is horrifying that this happened in broad daylight. Hopefully with the registration they will be caught.
The farm at Church End was broken into around 2pm yesterday. There was a witness who saw 3 youths exit the farm carrying boxes with hoodies up and went off in a white fiesta registration EN65 JZC. The owners were informed and they had the police there last night. It is horrifying that this happened in broad daylight. Hopefully with the registration they will be caught.
Following Roz's funeral on 22nd August, refreshments will be served at the Village Hall. The Village Hall Committee would like to support the family by providing sandwiches for this occasion. If anyone in the village would like to make a cake, please contact me so that we can ascertain numbers and varieties.
Sue
Sue
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Email ashleigh.delaney@oxfordshire.gov.uk
Beat the heat this summer Our Beat the Heat campaign is part of the warning and informing stage of the county's emergency planning.
In our portal, we've provided leaflets and information for those who are more at risk in high temperatures and health action cards for those working with communities.
We have made digital copies available which can of course be printed out, but if you would like to order printed copies to be delivered, please do so online .
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A message from Alan Wiley
I would like to thank everyone who has sent messages of condolence and offers of help following my recent loss of Roz. Be assured, if I need help in any way, I will follow up on all of your kind offers.
Alan
I would like to thank everyone who has sent messages of condolence and offers of help following my recent loss of Roz. Be assured, if I need help in any way, I will follow up on all of your kind offers.
Alan
It is with great sadness that I’m writing to advice that Roz Wiley has passed away. She was transferred to Sobell House Hospice yesterday and passed away this morning.
Roz fought her cancer diagnosis with enormous courage and stoicism but in the end it overwhelmed her.
Alan needs our support now.
Sue
Roz fought her cancer diagnosis with enormous courage and stoicism but in the end it overwhelmed her.
Alan needs our support now.
Sue
News and information for West Oxfordshire's businesses
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH FREE COURSES IN GREEN SKILLS AND CARE, FUNDED BY THE UK SHARED PROSPERITY FUND
Abingdon & Witney College has been awarded significant funding from West Oxfordshire District Council to help address local skills needs and support green skills training.
The free courses are available to adults (19+) who live or work within West Oxfordshire.
This is a brilliant opportunity for those already working within the care sector or in construction and building services to upskill, and for residents who are new to the industry an excellent chance to get their foot in the door.
Click on the images below to view available courses.
REGISTER FOR THE LAUNCH EVENTS
To find out more about the courses, come along to one of the launch events. These events are designed for employers, prospective students, and industry professionals to explore the benefits of these courses, network with industry leaders, and understand how these qualifications can drive career growth and business success.
Register for the Green Skills launch event on Monday 19th August 2024 Register for the launch event for the care courses We are delighted that this funding will make a huge difference for our communities and is a significant step forward in our mission to boost local job opportunities, bridge the gap in skills training, and strengthen our local towns' economies.
By offering these training opportunities, we aim to help people gain valuable skills, leading to better jobs and a more robust local economy.
Additionally, the focus on green skills is a crucial part of our effort to work towards a more sustainable future for everyone.
OTHER HELPFUL ORGANISATIONS
* Cotswolds Tourism - useful information on everything regarding tourism in the Cotswolds
* Enterprise Nation - a vibrant community of small businesses and business advisers with a website packed full of resources
* Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) - the UK’s largest grassroots business campaigning group
* OSEP CIC - supports social entrepreneurs, social enterprises, enterprising charities and purposeful business across Oxfordshire
* Prince's Trust - useful advice, guidance and resources targeted at young entrepreneurs under the age of 30.
* Institute of Directors (IoD) - business organisation for company directors
* Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE) - represents the UK's self-employed including freelancers, interim managers, consultants and contractors
* UK Hospitality - represents the broad hospitality sector – covering everything from bars, coffee shops, contract catering, hotels, nightclubs, visitor attractions and other leisure venues
* Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) - Growth hub for Oxfordshire. Complete theirbusiness support tool so they can better understand your needs and provide you with more targeted help and advice.
* OxLEP Business Events - Browse the latest events, workshops and one-off webinars from OxLEP Business.
* MD2MD - helps managing directors compare notes on business MD to MD. Now operating online with a free trial period for qualifying business leaders.
* Experience Oxfordshire - one of the tourism partnerships that, alongside Cotswolds Tourism, helps to promote Oxfordshire as a visitor destination.
Copyright (C) 2024 West Oxfordshire District Council. All rights reserved.
ADVANCE YOUR CAREER WITH FREE COURSES IN GREEN SKILLS AND CARE, FUNDED BY THE UK SHARED PROSPERITY FUND
Abingdon & Witney College has been awarded significant funding from West Oxfordshire District Council to help address local skills needs and support green skills training.
The free courses are available to adults (19+) who live or work within West Oxfordshire.
This is a brilliant opportunity for those already working within the care sector or in construction and building services to upskill, and for residents who are new to the industry an excellent chance to get their foot in the door.
Click on the images below to view available courses.
REGISTER FOR THE LAUNCH EVENTS
To find out more about the courses, come along to one of the launch events. These events are designed for employers, prospective students, and industry professionals to explore the benefits of these courses, network with industry leaders, and understand how these qualifications can drive career growth and business success.
Register for the Green Skills launch event on Monday 19th August 2024 Register for the launch event for the care courses We are delighted that this funding will make a huge difference for our communities and is a significant step forward in our mission to boost local job opportunities, bridge the gap in skills training, and strengthen our local towns' economies.
By offering these training opportunities, we aim to help people gain valuable skills, leading to better jobs and a more robust local economy.
Additionally, the focus on green skills is a crucial part of our effort to work towards a more sustainable future for everyone.
OTHER HELPFUL ORGANISATIONS
* Cotswolds Tourism - useful information on everything regarding tourism in the Cotswolds
* Enterprise Nation - a vibrant community of small businesses and business advisers with a website packed full of resources
* Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) - the UK’s largest grassroots business campaigning group
* OSEP CIC - supports social entrepreneurs, social enterprises, enterprising charities and purposeful business across Oxfordshire
* Prince's Trust - useful advice, guidance and resources targeted at young entrepreneurs under the age of 30.
* Institute of Directors (IoD) - business organisation for company directors
* Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed (IPSE) - represents the UK's self-employed including freelancers, interim managers, consultants and contractors
* UK Hospitality - represents the broad hospitality sector – covering everything from bars, coffee shops, contract catering, hotels, nightclubs, visitor attractions and other leisure venues
* Oxfordshire Local Enterprise Partnership (OxLEP) - Growth hub for Oxfordshire. Complete theirbusiness support tool so they can better understand your needs and provide you with more targeted help and advice.
* OxLEP Business Events - Browse the latest events, workshops and one-off webinars from OxLEP Business.
* MD2MD - helps managing directors compare notes on business MD to MD. Now operating online with a free trial period for qualifying business leaders.
* Experience Oxfordshire - one of the tourism partnerships that, alongside Cotswolds Tourism, helps to promote Oxfordshire as a visitor destination.
Copyright (C) 2024 West Oxfordshire District Council. All rights reserved.
There may be some in the village who know us and would like to know what arrangements have been made to thank God for our son Matthew’s life.
There will be a service at 2.30 pm on Tuesday, 23rd in St. Andrew’s. There will be a reception, with refreshments, in the village Hall to follow it. Anyone who wants to be there at either or both events will be very welcome.
There will be a service at 2.30 pm on Tuesday, 23rd in St. Andrew’s. There will be a reception, with refreshments, in the village Hall to follow it. Anyone who wants to be there at either or both events will be very welcome.
A small group of parents and teenagers have been working with the Chipping Norton Town Council to build a SkatePark in Chipping Norton. This now has approval to go ahead and will hopefully be built in spring 2025. Please follow link below to see draft design and share any feedback.
Chipping-Norton-Skatepark-engagement-poster-v2-landscape.jpg Skatepark Consultation - Chipping Norton Town Council chippingnorton-tc.gov.uk
Nick Jones
Chipping-Norton-Skatepark-engagement-poster-v2-landscape.jpg Skatepark Consultation - Chipping Norton Town Council chippingnorton-tc.gov.uk
Nick Jones
St Andrews Church will be closed to visitors temporarily between Wednesday 24 July and Saturday 3 August while maintenance work is carried out on the organ. However, it will be open for services as promulgated within these dates. The church will be fully open to visitors once more once the work on the organ has been completed.
Mike Napier
Church Warden
Mike Napier
Church Warden
Temporary Road Closure at Great Rollright, Hook Norton Road
A request has been received from Thames Water for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Hook Norton Road , whilst essential mains pipe clamp and fire hydrant exchange works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 20 July 2024 up to and including 21 July 2024, 24 hours per day.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Thames Water helpline on 0800 316 9800.
A request has been received from Thames Water for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Hook Norton Road , whilst essential mains pipe clamp and fire hydrant exchange works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 20 July 2024 up to and including 21 July 2024, 24 hours per day.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Thames Water helpline on 0800 316 9800.
With the upcoming General Election in mind, a reminder that constituency boundaries have changed and Great Rollright is no longer part of Witney. We're now part of the Banbury constituency.
An introduction to candidates so far:
https://www.banburyguardian.co.uk/news/politics/general-election-2024-meet-the-candidates-who-will-be-competing-for-your-votes-in-banbury-4644616
General Election 2024: Meet the candidates who will be competing for your votes in Banbury
A General Election has been called and the countdown to polling day on July 4 has begun. Here are the candidates that we know, so far, will be standing for the Banbury seat - and their reactions to the news. Here are some words from the candidates that we have heard back from so far. We will add more as we get them through.
www.banburyguardian.co.uk
A projection of results based on boundary changes:
https://www.electoralcalculus.co.uk/fcgi-bin/calcwork23.py?
seat=Banbury&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3v5Vz5YsQ_VkUFTS-L4G0qk4BWae-P7Twbr65q9KOG9lvft0tzK19XbGs_aem_ATqwFcE72SnwpgtHEV5p2pRLtnt3hMoWD_gEGzLnI53y0Y3lu4LMZZOtGY2IAj54DJZSKFkHQxQsU7o3Rjm-elxP
It's going to be interesting...
An introduction to candidates so far:
https://www.banburyguardian.co.uk/news/politics/general-election-2024-meet-the-candidates-who-will-be-competing-for-your-votes-in-banbury-4644616
General Election 2024: Meet the candidates who will be competing for your votes in Banbury
A General Election has been called and the countdown to polling day on July 4 has begun. Here are the candidates that we know, so far, will be standing for the Banbury seat - and their reactions to the news. Here are some words from the candidates that we have heard back from so far. We will add more as we get them through.
www.banburyguardian.co.uk
A projection of results based on boundary changes:
https://www.electoralcalculus.co.uk/fcgi-bin/calcwork23.py?
seat=Banbury&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR3v5Vz5YsQ_VkUFTS-L4G0qk4BWae-P7Twbr65q9KOG9lvft0tzK19XbGs_aem_ATqwFcE72SnwpgtHEV5p2pRLtnt3hMoWD_gEGzLnI53y0Y3lu4LMZZOtGY2IAj54DJZSKFkHQxQsU7o3Rjm-elxP
It's going to be interesting...
Drs David & Gill Edwards garden will be open on Sunday 16th June from 2.00pm on behalf of Katherine House hospice in remembrance of Jane Cannon who passed away there last year.
Address
Claridges Barn
Dean
OX7 5XG
Address
Claridges Barn
Dean
OX7 5XG
Missing…..One of the large tables from the village hall has disappeared in the last couple of weeks, if you have ‘borrowed’ it please return it this week, thanks.
Neal’s ashes will be laid to rest at 3pm this coming Wednesday, at St Andrews. Anyone who wishes to come will be welcome.
There is a man going around knocking on doors and flashing a badge with the word “police” on it. He’s claiming there’s been a burglary nearby and he wants to sell you a burglar alarm. If he comes to your door do not let him in, do not buy from him,
Try to get a registration, make of vehicle and a description and please report to police.
Try to get a registration, make of vehicle and a description and please report to police.
Governor Vacancy - Great Rollright CE Primary School
We are looking for Governors to join our team. We have particular need for a Governor who will oversee the premises and buildings of the school, but any interest is welcomed Governors oversee the workings of the school, no one governor is expected to know it all! The strength of a governing body lies in its ability to attract and rely upon members from a wide variety of backgrounds, share out duties amongst its members and be able to take decisions as a group. We need self-motivated, determined and enthusiastic individuals who are willing to learn. The rest will be learnt through the full induction and training we offer to help build your understanding and support your development as a governor.
We currently meet 6 times per year. For more information, or if you have any questions at all, please contact Helen Hare (Chair of Governors) on hhar0292@great-rollright.oxon.sch.uk
We are looking for Governors to join our team. We have particular need for a Governor who will oversee the premises and buildings of the school, but any interest is welcomed Governors oversee the workings of the school, no one governor is expected to know it all! The strength of a governing body lies in its ability to attract and rely upon members from a wide variety of backgrounds, share out duties amongst its members and be able to take decisions as a group. We need self-motivated, determined and enthusiastic individuals who are willing to learn. The rest will be learnt through the full induction and training we offer to help build your understanding and support your development as a governor.
We currently meet 6 times per year. For more information, or if you have any questions at all, please contact Helen Hare (Chair of Governors) on hhar0292@great-rollright.oxon.sch.uk
We are sure that the serial numbers we have been using for the Bulletins are not of interest to anyone except Trevor - so they are gone for good…..
Monday at 7pm at the Village Hall is the A.G.M. of the Trustees of Rollright Village Hall, this will be followed by the A.G.M. of the Parish Council at approximately 7.30pm.
All residents are very welcome to attend both to hear about last year’s events/progress and to learn about the latest developments.
Hopefully both our County and District Councillors will be in attendance.
All residents are very welcome to attend both to hear about last year’s events/progress and to learn about the latest developments.
Hopefully both our County and District Councillors will be in attendance.
On behalf of Kath Hales’ sons (her “boys”) and her wider family.
We would just like to thank all those that attended mum’s funeral on Tuesday 7th May. Mum would have been so pleased with the service at St Andrews and delighted, if not very surprised, to see so many make the effort to pay their respects. As her family, it was wonderful to see the church so full and to meet many of you after, finally putting faces to the names she has so often and so warmly spoken about.
As a family we take comfort from the many friends mum made over her 32 years living in Great Rollright and we thank you for the many cards, notes and messages we have received recently.
Finally, to those that donated at the church, a special thank you. Mum had a special place in her heart for both St Andrews and the village school and was keen that this money be split between them,and we will ensure that this is arranged in the coming weeks.
Thank you all for your support and kindness.
Graham, Chris and Phil Hales.
The Plight of Tenant Farmer William Fletcher
The impact of the great depression in British agriculture in the 1870s and 1880s has all but been forgotten. It impacted our whole society: the population of Great Rollright declined by 30%! It destroyed many livelihoods.
The tenant farmers, like William Fletcher – shepherd Richard Widdows' employer – were particularly affected.
William Fletcher was a tenant of Brasenose College and lived in Manor Court Farm in Tyte End in Great Rollright.
Read more here: https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-plight-of-william-fletcher-181886
The impact of the great depression in British agriculture in the 1870s and 1880s has all but been forgotten. It impacted our whole society: the population of Great Rollright declined by 30%! It destroyed many livelihoods.
The tenant farmers, like William Fletcher – shepherd Richard Widdows' employer – were particularly affected.
William Fletcher was a tenant of Brasenose College and lived in Manor Court Farm in Tyte End in Great Rollright.
Read more here: https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-plight-of-william-fletcher-181886
Kath’s funeral will take place at 10.30, next Tuesday 7th May at St. Andrew’s Church Great Rollright.
Everyone is welcome and also to then attend a short service at North Oxfordshire Crematorium and Memorial Park in Tackley, near Kidlington (OX5 3EP)
At 12.30 the family will gather at the Cotswold Hotel, Spa & Golf Course, Southcombe, Chipping Norton (OX7 5QH) Again everyone is welcome to come to remember Kath and support the family.
Family flowers are preferred, however, donations in lieu will be gratefully received and will be equally divided, going to Great Rollright School and the Village Hall, both places which held a special place in Kath’s heart.
Yet again, the large rubbish bin at the village hall has been used (by persons unknown) to almost fill it with their own black bin bags.
It is for use of the village hall users ONLY.
It is for use of the village hall users ONLY.
There is a mystery car parked: in Tyte End, almost outside Tyte Tap House.
It is half on the pavement and has been there for many weeks now.
It is a black Nissan QashQai +2 registration YF11BFL. The police have run the number on their computer and it is “not of interest to them”. It appears to be taxed until April 2025 with MOT until Sept 2024.
A bit of a mystery. Does anyone knows whose it is and why it has been parked in Tyte End for weeks?
It is half on the pavement and has been there for many weeks now.
It is a black Nissan QashQai +2 registration YF11BFL. The police have run the number on their computer and it is “not of interest to them”. It appears to be taxed until April 2025 with MOT until Sept 2024.
A bit of a mystery. Does anyone knows whose it is and why it has been parked in Tyte End for weeks?
A 100 Ways to Spell Great Rollright
Yes, there really were a 100 variations in the way Rollright was spelled! 📝
Find out what they were and what the name means. How did shepherd Richard Widdows’ name change throughout his lifetime? 🐏
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/100-ways-to-spell-great-rollright
12 A4 lever arch files free to collect. Telephone 01608 738301
The next WI meeting is Monday 15th April.
Our very own village resident Kate Wood will be our speaker for the evening - A Tudor maid at Palmers Farm.
Come along and spend an evening with Kate as she introduces her role with Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, the history of the property and how the project was set up all linked to the period costume at the time and the different aspects of life as a Tudor maid/woman.
We welcome female visitors to our meetings, we ask for a donation of £2.
Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Speaker, refreshments and usually through by 9-9.30pm.
See you there.
Great Rollright WI
Our very own village resident Kate Wood will be our speaker for the evening - A Tudor maid at Palmers Farm.
Come along and spend an evening with Kate as she introduces her role with Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, the history of the property and how the project was set up all linked to the period costume at the time and the different aspects of life as a Tudor maid/woman.
We welcome female visitors to our meetings, we ask for a donation of £2.
Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Speaker, refreshments and usually through by 9-9.30pm.
See you there.
Great Rollright WI
Photographic Enterprise - Frank Packer 🎞️📸
We only know what shepherd Richard Widdows looked like because of Chipping Norton photographers Frank Packer and Percy Simms. Frank Packer and his family ran an enterprising photographic business from the early 1900s until the 1970s. Read the fascinating story of their lives. The highlight is the wonderful selection of photos from the Packer Collection in the Oxford History Centre’s archives.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/photographic-enterprise?r=16o940
Do you recognise this doorway? A parcel has been delivered there by mistake. It will be addressed to Holly a Welstead at Foxwold. Please respond to hollywelstead@gmail.com
A Shepherd's Stroll: A guided walk around Great Rollright
Up for a breath of fresh air over the long weekend? Take a short guided walk around the village, discovering the places associated with shepherd Richard Widdows. As an Easter treat, my sister, illustrator Frances Castle, has drawn a special map. 🐣🐰🌷🪻
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-shepherds-stroll
Helen Castle
Up for a breath of fresh air over the long weekend? Take a short guided walk around the village, discovering the places associated with shepherd Richard Widdows. As an Easter treat, my sister, illustrator Frances Castle, has drawn a special map. 🐣🐰🌷🪻
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-shepherds-stroll
Helen Castle
Join us this Sunday for Easter Morning Worship in St Andrew's Church.
Note that this service is at 9am (and it will feel even earlier due to the clocks "springing" forward).
There will be coffee, tea and chocolate afterwards to help with the early start!
Hope to see you there.
Sarah.
greatrollrightchurchwarden@yahoo.com
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure at Great Rollright, Hook Norton Road
A request has been received from Thames Water for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Hook Norton Road, whilst essential mains clamp repair works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 14 April 2024 up to and including 15 April 2024, 24 hours per day.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Thames Water helpline on 0800 316 9800.
Temporary Road Closure at Great Rollright, Hook Norton Road
A request has been received from Thames Water for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Hook Norton Road, whilst essential mains clamp repair works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 14 April 2024 up to and including 15 April 2024, 24 hours per day.
Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Thames Water helpline on 0800 316 9800.
The mystery of the shepherd’s missing son 👨🌾
This morning’s post explores what happened to John Withers, the shepherd’s eldest sons. It reveals a route that thousands of Oxfordshire agricultural labourers took to escape the poverty of rural life in the 1870s.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-mystery-of-the-missing-son
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This morning’s post explores what happened to John Withers, the shepherd’s eldest sons. It reveals a route that thousands of Oxfordshire agricultural labourers took to escape the poverty of rural life in the 1870s.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-mystery-of-the-missing-son
If you’re enjoying the local history posts from A Shepherd’s Stone, you can subscribe to the enewsletter for free at:
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Hello from Great Rollright WI!
Following our AGM on Monday we are delighted that Martene, Heather K, Irene and Marilina have agree to continue as the committee to keep our vibrant WI going.
Once the 'official' business was closed we heard about a former village resident Mary Cherry - who grew up in Barford St Michael and went onto to become one of the worlds most trusted female agricultural journalists and the first female president of Oxfam. Mary settled in Cotswold Corner in Great Rollright in her final years and became good friends with many in the village. We know of only 2 copies of her book locally 'So I kept going' which we are all now eager to read so we will need to pass it round and share. (We cannot find it via the internet yet)
We are looking to grow our WI membership with those women who live locally plus their family and friends so whether you’re passionate about community service, learning, or simply connecting with other women, the WI provides a supportive and empowering environment!
Our programme for 2024 is attached, we welcome visitors to our meetings so please come along if you see a topic you like!
We meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7.30pm in the village hall. Doors open from 7pm. Sandwiches, cake and refreshments included.
Visitor fee is £2 per meeting. (The fee may vary if a craft event)
Come and join us !
If you would like to know more please email: greatrollrightwi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk
Following our AGM on Monday we are delighted that Martene, Heather K, Irene and Marilina have agree to continue as the committee to keep our vibrant WI going.
Once the 'official' business was closed we heard about a former village resident Mary Cherry - who grew up in Barford St Michael and went onto to become one of the worlds most trusted female agricultural journalists and the first female president of Oxfam. Mary settled in Cotswold Corner in Great Rollright in her final years and became good friends with many in the village. We know of only 2 copies of her book locally 'So I kept going' which we are all now eager to read so we will need to pass it round and share. (We cannot find it via the internet yet)
We are looking to grow our WI membership with those women who live locally plus their family and friends so whether you’re passionate about community service, learning, or simply connecting with other women, the WI provides a supportive and empowering environment!
Our programme for 2024 is attached, we welcome visitors to our meetings so please come along if you see a topic you like!
We meet on the 3rd Monday of each month at 7.30pm in the village hall. Doors open from 7pm. Sandwiches, cake and refreshments included.
Visitor fee is £2 per meeting. (The fee may vary if a craft event)
Come and join us !
If you would like to know more please email: greatrollrightwi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk
Please be sure all your outhouses and garages are securely locked. An electric bicycle has recently been stolen from an outhouse in South End.
Lamb-tail pie and other farmhouse fare 🥧 🐏
This week's A Shepherd's Stone Substack post is inspired by a copy of Farmhouse Fare that Brenda Hayden discovered in a drawer in her farmhouse in Great Rollright. It focuses on what farmers and agricultural workers would have eaten in the 19th century. It also features a recipe for Lamb-Tail Pie!
With thanks to Brenda.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/lamb-tail-pie-and-other-farmhouse
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Helen Castle
LinkedIn Profile
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
This week's A Shepherd's Stone Substack post is inspired by a copy of Farmhouse Fare that Brenda Hayden discovered in a drawer in her farmhouse in Great Rollright. It focuses on what farmers and agricultural workers would have eaten in the 19th century. It also features a recipe for Lamb-Tail Pie!
With thanks to Brenda.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/lamb-tail-pie-and-other-farmhouse
If you would like to receive A Shepherd's Stone weekly, you can subscribe for free here: https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
Helen Castle
LinkedIn Profile
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
Are these your glasses? They have been picked up and left on the gate, as shown. (sorry can’t yet show pictures in the bulletins - we are working on it!)
Super Saturday March 16 In the Village Hall.
Well, after a fantastic weekend of rugby last weekend, we are now reaching the end of the tournament – three matches on one day!
If you didn’t watch here are the answers to the questions we posed last week:-
Yes – Italy did beat Scotland (in Rome), winning 31 to 29
Yes – England did beat Ireland (at Twickenham), 23 to 22
No – Wales did not manage to beat the French, losing 24 to 45, even with the home advantage.
Super Saturday Schedule
14.15 - Wales vs Italy
16.45 – Ireland vs Scotland
20.00 – France vs England
By popular demand we once again have the steak and ale pasties from Hook Norton brewery and our usual range of liquid refreshments.
Being our last weekend we will not have surplus F&B, so to be sure, if you want to ‘partake’, please let us know you are coming.
See you Saturday, we hope.
Alan & Bob
Alanmonro@gmail.com
bobhumphrey123@gmail.com
Alan J Monro
+44 (0)7787 151620 / 01608 738158
Well, after a fantastic weekend of rugby last weekend, we are now reaching the end of the tournament – three matches on one day!
If you didn’t watch here are the answers to the questions we posed last week:-
Yes – Italy did beat Scotland (in Rome), winning 31 to 29
Yes – England did beat Ireland (at Twickenham), 23 to 22
No – Wales did not manage to beat the French, losing 24 to 45, even with the home advantage.
Super Saturday Schedule
14.15 - Wales vs Italy
16.45 – Ireland vs Scotland
20.00 – France vs England
By popular demand we once again have the steak and ale pasties from Hook Norton brewery and our usual range of liquid refreshments.
Being our last weekend we will not have surplus F&B, so to be sure, if you want to ‘partake’, please let us know you are coming.
See you Saturday, we hope.
Alan & Bob
Alanmonro@gmail.com
bobhumphrey123@gmail.com
Alan J Monro
+44 (0)7787 151620 / 01608 738158
The Great Rollright Historian: Reginald Welbury Jeffery
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This morning’s A Shepherd’s Stone post is another tragic tale!
It is about Jeffery and his wife Ursula and daughter Honor, who lived in Church End House. Jeffery was the author of the first history of the village. They are buried in St Andrew’s churchyard.
With thanks to Carol Dingle whose book inspired this post. She also supplied the wonderful photos that Brasenose didn’t know they had!
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-great-rollright-historian-reginald
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This morning’s A Shepherd’s Stone post is another tragic tale!
It is about Jeffery and his wife Ursula and daughter Honor, who lived in Church End House. Jeffery was the author of the first history of the village. They are buried in St Andrew’s churchyard.
With thanks to Carol Dingle whose book inspired this post. She also supplied the wonderful photos that Brasenose didn’t know they had!
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/the-great-rollright-historian-reginald
YOGA WORKSHOP
SPRING - LOADED
Saturday 23rd. March, 10.00am - 1.00pm. in Gt. Rollright Village Hall. Suitable for all. Refreshments included.
Appy to Fran - 07950 424037 franyoga@rocketmail.com
SPRING - LOADED
Saturday 23rd. March, 10.00am - 1.00pm. in Gt. Rollright Village Hall. Suitable for all. Refreshments included.
Appy to Fran - 07950 424037 franyoga@rocketmail.com
Two more rounds to go - two more chances for you to join the armchair experts (all ex players) and partake in the 'pie and pasty' fare.
Sat Mar 9th
14.15h - Italy vs Scotland
16.45 - England vs Ireland
Sun Mar 10th
15.00h - Wales vs France
Each match has an intriguing agenda:-
Can Italy, who nearly beat France humble the mighty Scots, who have just humbled England?
Can England restore some pride in English rugby by beating the rampaging Irish?
Can Wales get their first win of the series and compound the woes of the French?
Please let us know if you're going to come
Bob (bobhumphrey123@gmail.com)
Alan (alanmonro@googlemail.com)
Sat Mar 9th
14.15h - Italy vs Scotland
16.45 - England vs Ireland
Sun Mar 10th
15.00h - Wales vs France
Each match has an intriguing agenda:-
Can Italy, who nearly beat France humble the mighty Scots, who have just humbled England?
Can England restore some pride in English rugby by beating the rampaging Irish?
Can Wales get their first win of the series and compound the woes of the French?
Please let us know if you're going to come
Bob (bobhumphrey123@gmail.com)
Alan (alanmonro@googlemail.com)
Lambing the 19th-century way. Spring time in Great Rollright! 🐑🌼
Today's A Shepherd’s Stone blog post was a great excuse to visit the Cotswold Farm Park and to walk up the road and look at our local lambs.
Does anyone know if the sheep up by The Triangle are Oxford Down?
The history only came together with the help of the Oxford Down Sheep Breeders’ Association.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/lambing-the-19th-century-way
Helen Castle
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/i
Today's A Shepherd’s Stone blog post was a great excuse to visit the Cotswold Farm Park and to walk up the road and look at our local lambs.
Does anyone know if the sheep up by The Triangle are Oxford Down?
The history only came together with the help of the Oxford Down Sheep Breeders’ Association.
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/lambing-the-19th-century-way
Helen Castle
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/i
Voters across West Oxfordshire District are being encouraged to make sure they are registered, have applied for postal voting, and applied for identification if needed, ahead of the deadlines so that they can vote in the district council and police and crime commissioner elections on 2 May.
Poll cards will be sent to all registered voters at the end of March, you do not need to reapply if your poll card is correct. Residents can make an application to register to vote through the Government website which takes only five minutes to complete. They must register by 16 April and can do so at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote.
More information is available on the West Oxfordshire District Council website, including details of how to apply for the free ID. Anyone not able to visit the council website, or apply for a Voter Authority Certificate online, is being encouraged to contact the Council by calling 01993 861410. Residents must have applied for Voter Authority Certificate by 5pm Tuesday 24 April.
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
Poll cards will be sent to all registered voters at the end of March, you do not need to reapply if your poll card is correct. Residents can make an application to register to vote through the Government website which takes only five minutes to complete. They must register by 16 April and can do so at www.gov.uk/register-to-vote.
More information is available on the West Oxfordshire District Council website, including details of how to apply for the free ID. Anyone not able to visit the council website, or apply for a Voter Authority Certificate online, is being encouraged to contact the Council by calling 01993 861410. Residents must have applied for Voter Authority Certificate by 5pm Tuesday 24 April.
West Oxfordshire District Council Communications Team
communications@westoxon.gov.uk
A message from Sharon Truelove
Just wanted to pass on this warning re a scam – I just got a pleasant, authentic sounding call from ‘Visa’ saying a £900 transaction for on line shopping was in process and press 1 for…. And 2 for ….’
Naturally I put the phone down and then checked my internet banking and nothing.
Julian did some poking around on line and found this article:
https://moneyinyourtea.com/credit-card-scam/
so worth a look and warn others.
Just wanted to pass on this warning re a scam – I just got a pleasant, authentic sounding call from ‘Visa’ saying a £900 transaction for on line shopping was in process and press 1 for…. And 2 for ….’
Naturally I put the phone down and then checked my internet banking and nothing.
Julian did some poking around on line and found this article:
https://moneyinyourtea.com/credit-card-scam/
so worth a look and warn others.
A reminder about the Quiz Night this coming Saturday, 2nd March in the Village Hall.
Teams of 4 welcome or join a team on the night.
There will be the usual bar, cheeseboards and snacks available.
£3 per person, pay on the door, but please let me know if you are coming.
greatrolllrightchurchwarden@yahoo.com or 07775 786104.
All proceeds to St Andrew's Church.
Look forward to seeing you there,
Sarah.
Sarah Durham
Churchwarden - St Andrew's Great Rollright Church
Teams of 4 welcome or join a team on the night.
There will be the usual bar, cheeseboards and snacks available.
£3 per person, pay on the door, but please let me know if you are coming.
greatrolllrightchurchwarden@yahoo.com or 07775 786104.
All proceeds to St Andrew's Church.
Look forward to seeing you there,
Sarah.
Sarah Durham
Churchwarden - St Andrew's Great Rollright Church
This week's A Shepherd's Stone post traces the fortunes of shepherd Richard Widdows' 2 wives and 7 daughters. It reveals a picture of vulnerable young women sent into service to take up positions across the country: https://shepherdstone.substack.com/p/what-happened-to-all-the-women
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
https://shepherdstone.substack.com/
We are looking for a cleaner for 6 hours a week (can be split between 2 or 3 visits, anytime between 9-4pm Monday to Friday). If anyone has any recommendations that would be much appreciated. My email is robertson.sophie@outlook.com
Many thanks
Sophie Robertson
Many thanks
Sophie Robertson
Hi all
As the U12's Head Coach at Chipping Norton Rugby Club, I and Adam Buxton are organising a rugby tour for around 18 of our boys this Spring. We will be joining the Tigers Challenge event at Minehead over the May Bank Holiday. This will be the boys' very first tour (having been together since the age of 6) and we want to make it special and memorable. But we also want to enable some of our group to join the tour for whom the cost of travel and accommodation may be prohibitive. Four boys currently living in Rollright will be going (Finlay Midwood, Percy Buxton and Harry and Freddie Longsdon).
We would like to appeal to your generosity and/or networks to help us raise the money we need to make the tour happen in the way we want to.
Adam and I are deep into planning at the moment and have already done quite a bit behind the scenes - including starting the fundraising journey!
We have created a JustGiving page and have already raised an impressive £2,841. But we want to raise a total of £5,000 if we can to make sure we can give those who are going a tour to remember and, if we get close to this target, a benefit that rolls out to the wider club. The more we raise, the more we can do! Here is the link:
CNRUFC U12's Tour Fund 2024 - JustGiving
Could I ask you all please to donate if you are able and, more importantly, to pass the message on to friends, family & other contacts who may be willing to help. Every little helps even if only £10-20.
For those who may be up for a larger donation/sponsorship, we do have opportunities to put company logos on some of the kit we will be purchasing for the boys (playing shirts, hoodies and kit bags). Let us know if this is something you'd like to pursue.
Thanks so much in advance for your help.
Duncan & Adam
As the U12's Head Coach at Chipping Norton Rugby Club, I and Adam Buxton are organising a rugby tour for around 18 of our boys this Spring. We will be joining the Tigers Challenge event at Minehead over the May Bank Holiday. This will be the boys' very first tour (having been together since the age of 6) and we want to make it special and memorable. But we also want to enable some of our group to join the tour for whom the cost of travel and accommodation may be prohibitive. Four boys currently living in Rollright will be going (Finlay Midwood, Percy Buxton and Harry and Freddie Longsdon).
We would like to appeal to your generosity and/or networks to help us raise the money we need to make the tour happen in the way we want to.
Adam and I are deep into planning at the moment and have already done quite a bit behind the scenes - including starting the fundraising journey!
We have created a JustGiving page and have already raised an impressive £2,841. But we want to raise a total of £5,000 if we can to make sure we can give those who are going a tour to remember and, if we get close to this target, a benefit that rolls out to the wider club. The more we raise, the more we can do! Here is the link:
CNRUFC U12's Tour Fund 2024 - JustGiving
Could I ask you all please to donate if you are able and, more importantly, to pass the message on to friends, family & other contacts who may be willing to help. Every little helps even if only £10-20.
For those who may be up for a larger donation/sponsorship, we do have opportunities to put company logos on some of the kit we will be purchasing for the boys (playing shirts, hoodies and kit bags). Let us know if this is something you'd like to pursue.
Thanks so much in advance for your help.
Duncan & Adam