Crime Prevention Advice Following Rise In Vehicle Thefts

We are encouraging people to follow crime prevention advice following a rise in vehicle thefts across Wiltshire. Over the past few weeks we have seen an increase in the number of reports of thefts of cars, vans and motorbikes. The is believed to be linked to the rise in demand on the second-hand motor trade,… read more

Charity Raffle for Brighter Futures

£1per strip and at the Xmas lights event 8th Dec 6.00pm New Road Prizes include: £100 One4All Voucher £50 One4All Voucher £50 Amazon Voucher Christmas Hamper Hand crochet blanket On sale from Oakleys Spar. Raffle to be drawn Wednesday 8th December 7.00pm Sports & Social Club

Neighbourhood plan public briefing

Our Consultant Andrea Pellegram(www.pellegram.co.uk) will be holding this open session to explain the Neighbourhood Plan process and what it means for the Parish. The plan will cover the whole parish and provides guidelines on future development. Your input is vital for this plan to succeed. Monday 13th December 2021. Chiseldon House Hotel, New Road, Chiseldon…. read more

Ridgeway Bell Articles – November 2021

Points of interest from the meetings held in November 2021. Remembrance & Armistice Services Thursday 11th Nov and Sunday 14th Nov. Representatives from the council attended the service at the New Road memorial and at the commemorative stone at Ridgeway View to pay their respects to those who gave their lives for us in times… read more

Armistice Day 2021

On Remembrance Sunday, Chiseldon residents joined communities throughout the UK in honouring those who have suffered and died in war.

Brimble Hill replacement data centre Progress Report

Please note this is not a Parish Council update. Since planning permission was granted for the replacement data centre at Brimble Hill in early August, the general contractor John Paul Construction has been pressing ahead with work on the 28-acre site. The former Alpha data centre close to the B4005 and adjacent to the new… read more

Carrisbrook Terrace – Proposed Works

These works involve resurfacing of the carriageway, installation of new road markings and the adjustment of surface ironwork. The works will commence on Friday 19th November 2021 for 1 day between the hours of 08:00 and 18:00, however, on occasions they may over run due to uncontrollable circumstances such as plant breakdowns, if weather conditions… read more

Carriageway Patching Maintenance

The following roads will be closed for planned carriageway patching: A346 Marlborough Road – Southbound approaching C3 crossroads & South of C3 junction 16 – 18 November (weekdays only) Traffic Signals and lane closures A346 Marlborough Road – Plough Hill, Southbound approaching C3 crossroads & South of C3 junction 22 – 29 November (weekdays only)… read more

Free defibrillator training

Chiseldon Parish Council, with AED Locator and Sandstorm Studios is pleased to invite you to attend the forthcoming free training session for use of the defibrillator at the BT box in Badbury. Location: Sandstorm Studios, Dairy Farm, Badbury. Studio 1. Date: Tues 9th Nov 6.30pm

New Councillor announcement

We are delighted to announce the co-option of Chaydon Ford as a Cllr at the October Full council meeting. Chay and his partner moved into Chiseldon just over 18 months ago with their 2 dogs. They hope to be living in Chiseldon for many years and Chay has already shown an interest in helping to… read more

Ridgeway Bell Articles – October 2021

Points of interest from the meetings held in October 2021. New Cllr Co-opted We are pleased to announce that Chaydon Ford has been co-opted as our newest Cllr at the council meeting on the 11th October. Chaydon lives in Chiseldon with his wife and has already been taking part in the working group looking at… read more

Remembrance Day Service & Parade

Sunday 14th November at the Cenotaph, Regent Circus, Swindon. All Welcome Procession to start at 10:50am With two minute silence at 11:00am Followed by the Wreath laying, Remembrance Service and Cadets Parade & drill After the service, light refreshments will be served at the Pilgrim Centre. *Following public health advice, we ask that where possible… read more

Local skills needed

The Parish Council are investigating the feasibility of removing the old Recreation Hall which is at the end of its life and replacing it with a new multi-purpose community space. This is at the very early stages but if you are local and have any skills or knowledge in this area, we’d welcome your assistance…. read more

Notice Of Temporary Footpath Closure – Prow Footpath 12 Liddington

Public Notice Swindon Borough Council Section 14 – The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Notice Of Temporary Footpath Closure – Prow Footpath 12 Liddington This Order is being introduced to allow for construction works and will prohibit pedestrians from proceeding on PROW footpath 12 Liddington located between Coatside Way and Homington Avenue. Pedestrians will be… read more

Notice Of Temporary Closure – Turnball, Chiseldon, Swindon

Public Notice Swindon Borough Council Section 14 – The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Notice Of Temporary Closure – Turnball, Chiseldon, Swindon This Order is being introduced to allow BT to carry out works and will prohibit vehicles and pedestrians from proceeding on Turnball between Mays Lane and Slipper Lane Traffic will be diverted via… read more

Festive Food & Gift Fair in aid of The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust

The Marchioness of Lansdowne invites you to The Festive Food & Gift Fair 2021, in aid of The Wiltshire Bobby Van Trust At Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, Calne, Wiltshire. Wednesday 1st December 4pm-8pm, tickets £15 to include wine and canapes, in advance. Thursday 2nd December 10am-4pm Tickets £5, in advance or on the… read more

Halloween has arrived in Swindon 🎃

OCTOBER has arrived in Swindon and that means we’re coming to the closing stages of 2021. But don’t worry because with Halloween, Bonfire Night, and Christmas all still to come, we’re in for an awesome three months. Find out what’s happening in Swindon in October below as we look to celebrate the spookiest holiday of… read more

New interpretation board

The Parish Council were pleased to have helped the Chiseldon History Group with the funding and permissions for the new interpretation board to be installed outside of Holy Cross church. The board shows the history of the oldest area of Chiseldon, which surrounds the church. Our thanks to everyone involved in making the project happen.