Chiseldon Parish Council Christmas Newsletter
The Christmas Newsletter is here – view or download from the link below. Chiseldon Parish Council Christmas 2022 Newsletter (pdf, 4MB)
Police and Crime Commissioner asks for public support to increase precept
Please see the latest message from the Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson: Police and Crime Commissioner asks for public support to increase precept It is my job as your Police and Crime Commissioner to ensure Wiltshire Police have the necessary resources to fight and prevent crime. As with your finances during this time, your… read more
Minimal changes to waste and recycling collections over Christmas and New Year period
Swindon Borough Council’s Waste and Recycling crews will be out collecting as normal for the majority of the festive season, with only collections falling on Boxing Day (26 December) affected by changes to the usual collection schedule. Residents whose usual waste and recycling collection falls on Monday, 26 December are advised to put their waste… read more
2022 Christmas Services: Holy Cross Church, Chiseldon Methodist Church, Ogbourne St George Church & Ogbourne St Andrew Church
Please see the pdf below for dates and times of services. 2022 Christmas Services: Holy Cross Church, Chiseldon Methodist Church, Ogbourne St George Church & Ogbourne St Andrew Church
Ridgeway View Family Practice – Myth Buster!
A message from Ridgeway View Family Practice: Given the recent speculation on social media, we would like to reassure our patients and community that the front desk at Station House Surgery will NOT be closing! A member of staff will be available at Station House Surgery to support with basic queries and distribute medication, during… read more
Brighter Futures — Good News
Please see the attached document for news from the Brighter Futures, the registered charity of Great Western Hospital, Swindon. Includes details of the opening of the Radiotherapy Centre. Brighter Futures Newsletter November 2022
UKHSA update on scarlet fever and invasive Group A strep
On 2 December, the UK Health and Security Agency published an update on scarlet fever. There were 851 cases reported in week 46 of this year, compared to an average of 186 in preceding years. Scarlet fever is usually a mild illness, but it is highly infectious. Therefore, individuals should look out for symptoms in… read more
Experience a Country House Christmas at Lydiard House Museum
Swindon’s historic Lydiard House Museum has unveiled its Christmas plans as staff prepare for the festive season. The Swindon Borough Council-owned museum will be inviting visitors to step back in time and experience the beautifully decorated halls for the festive season. From Wednesday 30 November, the elegant State Rooms of the Grade I listed house… read more
Support with Power Cuts and Energy Efficiency
Please see the attached poster for information. Disclaimer: 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.
Ridgeway Bell Articles – December 2022
CHISELDON PARISH COUNCIL REPORT Points of interest from the meetings held in November 2022 The Old Chapel, Butts Road, Chiseldon SN4 0NW Facebook page – Chiseldon Parish Council Notices email: clerk@chiseldon-pc.gov.uk; telephone: 01793 740744 Merry Christmas from everyone at Chiseldon Parish Council. We hope you have a happy and relaxing festive period. Current Projects in… read more
Christmas Lights Switch On
New Road – Wednesday 7th December 6pm Come and join us to switch the lights on and sing some carols. Charity raffle with some great prizes to be won. One lucky child will win the raffle to turn on the lights. Don’t forget the Xmas jumper conpetition!
2023 review of parliamentary boundaries
There is currently a stage 2 review of the parliamentary boundaries in this area which includes Chiseldon. The current proposal would remove Chiseldon from the South Swindon constituency where Sir Robert Buckland is our MP. It would then create a new constituency of East Wiltshire where elections would be held for an MP for that… read more
Tree Planting Ceremony for Queen’s Jubilee
On Saturday 19th November 2022 various groups from the Parish got together on a sunny cold morning to plant 5 trees in total, to commemorate the Queen’s Jubilee. The groups were the Chiseldon Local History Group who planted a tree in the Butts Road cemetery near the museum, the Women’s Institute who planted a tree… read more
Youth Provision Questionnaire
The Parish Council are in the early stages of investigating creating a youth provision within the parish for children aged 10+ If you can help us by completing the following on-line questionnaire in the link below, or scan the QR code it would be appreciated. Thanks. https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/CNKNX28
10 Warm and Welcome Spaces now open in Swindon in time for the winter
Warm and Welcome Spaces are existing spaces that are being promoted across Swindon this winter, and are available to anyone who might be struggling during the cost-of-living crisis. So far, 10 Swindon Borough Council-run and community venues have been confirmed as being part of the scheme. Visitors won’t be asked why they’re there and there… read more
Priority Services Register gives you notice of any planned interruptions to your electricity or water supply
People on the Priority Services Register get advanced notice of any planned interruptions to their electricity or water supply – allowing the householder to make preparations. Get in touch with your energy supplier and Thames Water to see if you’re eligible. Thames Water also provides additional support to help if you or someone you know… read more
Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson’s Column
Policing has been under the microscope in the last year and I don’t see this scrutiny letting up any time soon – and neither should it. The public want their police force to keep them safe, protect vulnerable people, put victims first, catch the criminals responsible, produce quality investigations and lock the bad ones up…. read more
Positions available at Chiseldon House Hotel & Restaurant
Chiseldon House Hotel and Restaurant is seeking to fill a number of posts. Please see the poster below for details. Disclaimer: 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… read more
Playground update
We had some playground funds remaining at the end of the last financial year so purchased two small items which were installed last week after a few delays getting permissions sorted. We hope the kids like them!
Wiltshire Police Chief Constable announces intention to retire
The Chief Constable of Wiltshire Police, Kier Pritchard, has today announced his intention to retire from his role at the end of his thirty years’ service in June 2023. Kier, who has been Chief Constable since March 2018, said: “I have served with Wiltshire Police for my entire career. The opportunity to lead this Force… read more