UFFINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
Spring Litter Pick- 12/13 April. The Spring roadside litter pick will take place over the weekend 12/13 April. This date has been chosen so we will, hopefully, have some reasonable weather and before the grass verges become too overgrown and hide the litter! This is an ideal opportunity to get out in the fresh air as an individual, couple or family group, including children, and do an hour or so helping to keep the surrounding areas tidy.
The litter picking kit and 'gilets jaune' safety vests will be available from outside the Village Hall from 10am on Saturday 12th to mid-afternoon on Sunday 13th. Instructions and routes will be posted on the Hall window by the front door.
Parish Councillor Vacancy. Due to a recent resignation, the Parish Council is recruiting a replacement councillor. If you are interested in giving some time to help the Council and would be interested in becoming a councillor, please see the information here:
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speak to any councillor, or contact David Hatton the clerk on 07888 203145 or by email to clerk@uffington.net. The application form gives details of the process to be followed and applications should be received by 30 March 2025.
Annual Assembly - Monday 14th April. The Annual Assembly is, as the name suggests, an annual opportunity for the Parish Council to report on its activities over the past year and its plans for the coming year, for local organisations to talk about their activities and plans and for villagers to ask any questions. The agenda will include presentations on the canal work at Uffington Gorse by the Wilts and Berks Canal Trust and information on the new table tennis club. At the end of the presentations there will be an open forum and chance for villagers to ask any questions and make suggestions for future Council projects. Do come along for light refreshments from 6:30 before the Assembly starts at 7.00 pm.
Planning applications. - Application withdrawn by the applicant. Location: School House Farm Uffington Faringdon SN7 7QH. Proposal: Conversion of existing agricultural barn to convert into a small dwelling under Class Q Permitted Development. Single storey extension. New open post and rail fencing to small garden space at rear. Application Reference: Planning Application P25/V0123/N4B
- The district council has approved a planning application, reference P25/V0592/T28, for development work at the following location: Station Road Uffington Baulking Faringdon. The application is for: The removal of 3no. antennas and replacement of 3no. antennas at 21.30m with the installation of 1no. GPS node on an existing 20.0m high lattice tower. Internal cabin works at ground level. You can see details of the application on our website by clicking this link
WHAT'S ON - IN & AROUND UFFINGTON
Lent lunches. Lent Lunches are being arranged weekly on Wednesdays, from 12.15 to 1.30 pm, to raise funds for Christian Aid, following the Ashing Service at 11.30 in St Marys. On 2nd April at The Old Stables, Shellingford 718584, courtesy of Janice Sharp, and 9th April at St Nicholas Church, Baulking. Also on 16th April.
Extra Lent Lunch on 5 April. There will be a Saturday LENT lunch on the 5th April at the THMH, from 12 - 2pm which we hope will be of interest widely, to also raise funds for Christian Aid. Homemade Soups, Bread and Cheese, Tea or Coffee. Drop in for a quick lunch or stay longer for a chat! Poster attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/images/92f14489-c890-b0d7-0ae1-c317aceb280f.jpg
Uffington Weds Walk - 2nd April, Longcot. The ground has dried out enough for us to walk locally in the Vale. April's walk will start from Uffington village car park heading west to Longcot. We will take a break at the King and Queen pub in Longcot who are happy to provide coffees. Or if you prefer, bring your own snack. Map for April's Walk via Longcot: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/44904084-f15b-2ef0-30b2-f34d229beb5d/Wednesday_walk_April.pdf
Gathering at 9:20 in Uffington village hall car park for a 9:30 start. Weather looks very promising, sunshine and no rain! Verity Cavanagh veritycavanagh@gmail.com 07975861790
White Horse Gardening Club – Thursday 3 April at 7.30 pm. TALK: Primulas and Auriculas by Hillview Hardy Plants from Bridgenorth www.hillviewhardyplants.com
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Uffington Market, including an Easter Egg Hunt – Sunday 6 April. Calling all children! 10.100 am to 12 noon next Sunday – more information attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/images/82856b86-eac5-ca56-c21e-d98e7fe466e6.jpg
GENERAL
The start of British Summer Time. Clocks will go forward by one hour on Sunday 30 March at 01:00 GMT.
FROM THE VALE
Introducing Ridgeway Council - part of a two unitary council option for Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. Introducing Ridgeway Council, an ambitious proposal to create a brand-new council that delivers high-quality services, improves financial resilience and value-for-money, and ensures it is able to maintain truly local representation. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
(Editor's note. Note the difference in this approach to that offered by OCC in the lead item in Your Oxfordshire – below)
Pioneering planning scheme shortlisted for economic growth award. An exciting planning project in the Vale of White Horse has been recognised by being shortlisted for an industry award. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
Get ready for Easter fun with free and low-cost holiday activities across South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse! South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are thrilled to announce their exciting programme of free and low-cost activities for young children, teenagers and families this Easter holiday. Taking place at various locations across the districts, there's something for everyone to enjoy! Don't miss out - bookings are open now and activity sessions ... You can see details on our website by clicking this link
New depot helps secure the future of waste collections. A new vehicle depot at the Haseley Trading Estate will significantly contribute towards South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils long-term future of successful waste collections in the districts. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
COUNTY NEWS
New Bus Timetable from 31 March 2025. A new timetable will commence on bus Service 68, with effect from Monday 31 March with minor changes to the route and timetable largely to suit students attending King Alfred's Academy better. The revised timetable is attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/e7943d6d-faff-247c-7c00-84848963834b/68_bus_Timetable_from_30th_March_2025.pdf
Your Oxfordshire - Road resurfacing, travel and making the change. See: Road resurfacing, travel and making the change
The latest news for your communities. See: The latest news for your communities (Note the safety advice for e-bikes)
THAMES VALLEY POLICE
Topping-out ceremony to mark milestone for new forensics centre for Thames Valley. Thames Valley Police and the Police and Crime Commissioner have celebrated a major milestone for our new forensics centre with a topping-out ceremony. The purpose-built centre will become the main hub for our Forensic Investigation Unit, containing laboratories, new digital technologies and dedicated training facilities. It is part of the wider Forensic Improvement Programme, which has seen significant investment to transform our forensic services, improving investigations and the outcomes for victims. Read more on our website
Over £200,000 taken from criminals to fund crime prevention projects. Matthew Barber and Jason Hogg (Chief Constable, Thames Valley Police) have awarded £203,195 to community and voluntary organisations in the first round of this year's Community Fund. With 210 applications submitted for over £1.4m of funding, 38 organisations have successfully been awarded funding of between £250 – £10,000 to support the PCC's Police and Crime Plan key priorities.
The first round for 2025 was focused on awarding grant funding applications to projects which support work to tackle anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime across Thames Valley. Following today's announcement, Matthew said: "Amongst the wide range of applications we have focused on tackling anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. We know these are serious concerns in our communities and by allocating over £85,000 to these 17 projects we will be working to make communities safer. I'm delighted we can take money away from criminals and make sure it supports crime reduction where it really matters, in your local community."
FROM THE CHURCHES OF UFFINGTON BENEFICE
Please find attached the Weekly Sheet for Sunday 30 March: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/f3dde617-a46a-39dd-b03e-b4543f28eafc/wsh_2025_03_30.pdf
For all information, please see: https://www.uffingtonbenefice.com/
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