UFFINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
NOTICE OF CASUAL VACANCY
Public notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of Councillor R Charles a vacancy exists in the office of Parish Councillor for Uffington Parish Council; more information attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/f4423a6c-1f55-6637-505e-b3c936423710/Notice_of_Casual_Vacancy_R_Charles_30042026.pdf
WHAT’S ON - IN & AROUND UFFINGTON
Churchyard Working Party – 2 May. The next working party will be tomorrow, when we gather to tidy up the churchyard. Please bring gloves and any suitable tools. There will be refreshments at half time! All are very welcome.
Farmers Market & Café –Sunday 3 May. From 10.00 am to 12.30 at the THMH – poster attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/images/a1f38779-c288-6eb9-a69f-5e9183dd75d6.jpg
Museum talk - Myths, Monuments and Memory - Monday 4th May in the THMH. We hope you’ll be able to join us to hear Lauren and Jane Golding present their talk 'Myths, Monuments and Memory' in the village hall next Monday (May 4th). Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30 start. This is, of course, the companion talk to this year’s exhibition and the flyer is attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/2e4ad5f8-8d77-b5a6-56a1-7af7ce4a0496/Museum_myths_talk.pdf
Uffington Weds Walk 6th May - Circular walk from Kingston Lisle, clockwise via Broadleaze Farm, Sparsholt and Westcot, starting at Kingstone Lisle. 5.2 miles. Bring drinks and or a snack if wished for a half way break. Parking beyond the Blowing Stone pub and bus shelter (please park considerately). Meeting initially at Uffington Village Hall SN7 7SE car park for anyone who needs a lift or would like to car share. 9:20 for a 9:30 departure. Walk will start from Kingstone Lisle at 9:40. Let us know if you are meeting us there. 07975861790
Friends, family and dogs always welcome. The Walking Committee, Verity, Hilary and Pamela. Map and photo attached: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/f1e55d02-5813-1a4c-5e39-35bd53c90b81/Circular_walk_from_Kingston_Lisle.pdf
White Horse Gardening Club – Thursday 7 May. ‘Salvias’ talk by Colin Roberts, in the THMH at 7.30 pm. Poster here: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/images/f3e99540-4bb6-e79f-4eca-1df056822a11.jpg
Wood fired Pizzas in Uffington. SOLELUNA PIZZA 3 will come regularly to Uffington and serve PIZZA at the car park by the Thomas Hughes Memorial Hall, between 5 and 8 pm. Next visits are: MONDAYS - - 11th and 25th May. Pizzas are made fresh to order and served straight from the van. Pre Orders will be open 3 days in advance through our website www.pizzasoleluna.com. If you prefer you can order by the phone on 07894711730 or at the van.
Expect cosy vibes, tasty treats and plenty of chat. Bring a friend — everyone’s welcome!
UFFINGTON STORES & POST OFFICE – CLOSURE. A reminder that the Shop will be closed for renovation from 4 to 8 May. Newspapers and magazines will be available from the back door.
FROM THE VALE
Extra funding for our Local Wildlife Sites. Local Wildlife Sites such as Waterstock Mill near Wheatley and the Letcombe Cressbeds near Wantage are set for a brighter future thanks to increased funding from South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
Another £100,000 available for climate and nature recovery projects. The Vale of White Horse District Council's annual grant fund for climate and nature recovery projects opens on Tuesday 5 May, with £100,000 available for local community groups and town and parish councils. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
Too good to be true £20 waste deal costs barber shop owner £2,200. A decision to pay someone £20 to remove a substantial amount of waste has ended up costing the owner of a barber shop more than £2,200. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
Let's talk rubbish 2026; tell us what you think of our waste and street cleaning services. Share your views on our rubbish, recycling and street cleaning services. You can see details on our website by clicking this link
Early May Bank Holiday – waste collections. Revised collection date: Tuesday 5 May.
COUNTY NEWS.
Oxfordshire's transport and travel bulletin. See: Modular Template Patterns
The latest news for your communities. See: The latest news for your communities
Your Oxfordshire - Energy advice, having a clear out and Oxfordshire’s history. See: Energy advice, having a clear out and Oxfordshire’s history
Household waste recycling centres set for cleaning and repairs. Stanford in the Vale tip will be closed on Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 May.
THAMES VALLEY POLICE
Have Your Say- Woolstone - Meet Your Neighbourhood Policing Team. Your local Neighbourhood Policing team looks forward to seeing you at our next Have Your Say event.
📅 Date: 8 May 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Location: Woolstone, Stag Shed
This informal drop-in session is an opportunity for you to meet local officers, who will be:
✅ Offering crime prevention advice
✅ Discussing local issues and concerns
✅ Answering any questions you may have
Please come along, say hello, and share any concerns or ideas about your local area. Everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.
(If any non-Woolstone readers would like to attend, please notify the Clerk at woolstone.parish.meeting@gmail.com )
The latest National Trading Standards Scam Newsletter. See: Scams Newsletter Spring 2026.pdf
FROM THE CHURCHES OF UFFINGTON BENEFICE
Please find attached the Weekly Sheet for Sunday 3 May: https://mcusercontent.com/c90a1a7b6d1f693a28c947f92/files/4337fe7d-699e-bc62-d353-6d7200cb3f28/wsh_2026_05_03.pdf
For all information, please see: https://www.uffingtonbenefice.com/
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