Recycling worth £2m being thrown away each year
Residents are being asked to help the Council improve the Borough’s recycling rate, after an analysis of bin collections across Swindon showed that several thousand tonnes of recycling material and food waste is being disposed of in black wheelie bins, costing residents £2m a year. As part of its mission to build a greener Swindon,… read more
Step up and lead the Adventure with 1st Chiseldon Beaver Scouts!
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. Do you have what it takes to inspire fun,… read more
Thanks for your support from Prospect Hospice
Half of the money raised by our Christmas Raffle was donated to Prospect Hospice, and we received this very nice thank you letter in response: I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for your generous donation of £52.50. Your support enables us to create a peaceful environment for people with life-limiting illnesses… read more
The January 2025 edition of OUR NEWS (Neighbourhood Watch Newsletter) is here
Chiseldon Parish Council publishes information on services and organisations which it feels may be of interest to parishioners. However, this does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Council. In addition, please note that we cannot guarantee the security or safety of any external websites. Happy New Year! We are pleased to bring you… read more
Use your voice to feedback on police budget
A message from Philip Wilkinson, Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon Dear Resident, I am asking every resident in Wiltshire for your input: how much extra would you be willing to invest in policing—and why? This is your opportunity to make your voice heard and help shape the future of policing in our… read more
Notice of Casual Vacancy – January 2025 CPC
PARISH OF CHISELDON in the Chiseldon Ward. PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a casual vacancy has occurred in the office of Councillor for the Parish Council following the resignation of Councillor Anthony Howlett on 20/12/2004. Rule 5(2) of The Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules, 2006 now applies. The rule allows… read more
Chiseldon Scout Group launches ‘Squirrels’ for 4-6 year-olds.
At 1st Chiseldon Scout Group we are launching a new section for young people aged 4 to 6 years. It is called Squirrels and we are having an open event to launch it. This will be the youngest group feeding into Beavers, Cubs and then Scouts. This will support young people living in Chiseldon and… read more
Almost 2,000 Swindon residents to receive energy bill support
Energy vouchers to help reduce the cost of bills are being sent to 1,923 residents by Swindon Borough Council. Worth £385,000, the vouchers are being issued by the Council through the Household Support Fund. The Council was awarded £1.5m from the Government in early October through the Household Support Fund, to provide vulnerable households with… read more
Funding 2025
The Parish Council precept for the year starting 1st April 2025 will be £173,000. This is an increase from a static 2-year period of £160,000. Many of the Council’s ongoing costs have increased, and the council are also aware of the needs of the parish with regards to the overall appearance, in the light of… read more
New Road, Chiseldon – Proposed works from 6th January
From Highways Design: As a representative for Swindon Borough Council, I write to inform you of the upcoming carriageway improvement works along New Road, Chiseldon. The site extents can be found attached to this email. The main purpose of these works is to replace the deteriorating surface of the carriageway in order to increase its… read more
Support available for residents struggling to pay their Council Tax bill
A free service to help residents pay their Council Tax bill if they are struggling financially has been launched by Swindon Borough Council. First Steps is a new service that offers non-judgemental and supportive advice, providing residents with help to overcome any difficulties they have which may affect their ability to pay their tax bills…. read more
New Road, Chiseldon: Highways Works Programmed by SBC in January
New Road highways works programmed by SBC. (STR000878 New Road, Chiseldon) New Road between Baldwin Close and the A346 Marlborough Road. Traffic to be diverted via Draycott Road, The Ridgeway, A346 Marlborough Road and vice versa. Works expected to take place during day time hours between the 20th to 24th January 2025.
Patriots Arms Pub Reopens!
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Public noticeboards
We now have a second noticeboard for public use. It’s situated on the footpath from Hodson Road, leading onto the Rec field. It’s not enclosed so you will need to laminate your notices or be prepared for the rain to destroy them. There are drawing pins there or you can use staples. Our thanks to… read more
New parents encouraged to claim Child Benefit online
Today, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding new parents to claim child benefit online to get their first payment before Christmas. Child Benefit can be claimed online or via the HMRC app just 48 hours after registering a baby’s birth and parents typically receive their first payment within three working days. To get started,… read more