HAPPY VOLUNTEERS WEEK! 1st – 7th June Swindon Citizens Advice would like to thank all the wonderful people in our community giving up their time for others! Are you interested in being a volunteer? Our organisation runs on volunteer power! If you feel inspired to volunteer your time, we are urgently seeking help in the… read more
Many households in Swindon and across the country are currently struggling with rising living costs. That’s why it’s important to know what help and support is available now – that could benefit you, a relative, friend or neighbour. Check this list of 16 practical actions – is there any help you’re missing out on? Up… read more
The Chiseldon post box has been decorated ready for the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations.
Sunday 19 June – As You Like It Saturday 25 June – A Night At The Opera Friday 1 July – Bouncers Saturday 23 July – Voodoo Room Saturday 30 July – The Importance Of Being Earnest Friday 5 & Saturday 6 August – A Midsummer Night’s Dream Friday 19 August – Jane Eyre Monday… read more
Points of interest from the meetings held in May 2022. Pop-Up Safety event On Saturday 30th April between 10.00 and 12.00 we will have representatives from the Police, Neighbourhood Watch, Bobby Van and Fire Brigade in Strouds Hill carpark to offer advice and listen to any concerns people have over personal safety, home safety and… read more
Public Notice Swindon Borough Council Section 14 – The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure for Butts Road, Chiseldon This Order is being introduced to allow Thames Water to carry out works and will prohibit vehicles from proceeding on Butts Road at the junction with High Street. Traffic to be diverted via A346 Marlborough… read more
Public Notice Swindon Borough Council Section 14 – The Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure for High Street, Chiseldon This Order is being introduced to allow Thames Water to carryout works and will prohibit vehicles from proceeding on High Street outside Beechgrove between Station Road and Butts Road. Traffic to be diverted via Butts… read more
Register your daughter for fun and friendship at: https://go.girlguiding.org.uk/join-us/join-as-member/ Or, for further information regarding Chiseldon Girlguiding, please contact: Rainbows – Anne Harrison Brownies – Jan Matthews – chissbrownies@hotmail.com Guides – Melanie McFadden – chiseldonguides@outlook.com All sections – chiseldongirlguiding@outlook.com District Commissioner – Annabelle Black – annabelle.girlguiding@gmail.com
Photos from the recent home safety, security and crime pop up event.
The full text of Chairman Matthew Harris’s Earthline Appeal: My name is Matthew Harris, and I am a councillor at, and the Chairman of Chiseldon Parish Council. I am here today to represent the residents of the Parish of Chiseldon. I’d like to thank the inspector for allowing me to speak today. While I do… read more
Preparing for Adulthood Transitions Roadshow, 15th June 2022, 10.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. at the Legends Lounge, Swindon Town Football Club The Transitions Roadshow is back as a face to face event for 2022, this year at Swindon Town Football Club. The Roadshow is for parents, carers and professionals who support young people age 14+… read more
With the promise of warmer days and drier weather, we look forward to welcoming more of you back in to our libraries as we continue with our calendar of events: The Swindon Festival of Literature is currently underway, and with a few days remaining, there is still time to book tickets for a live event…. read more
Please click the link to take a look at our latest newsletter which includes news of the North Wessex Downs Walking Festival in June which is now open for bookings. Our walking festival is one way in which we are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of designation this year. North Wessex Downs AONB E-Newsletter
Become a police officer with Wiltshire Police Applications to become a police officer in Wiltshire, are now open. This is the final round of recruitment as part of the Government’s pledge to recruit an additional 20,000 police officers nationally, and will see new officers in Wiltshire commence training from January 2023 onwards. This is a… read more
Covid-19 pop-up vaccine clinics: Wednesday 4th May 9:30am to 12:30pm The Patriot’s Arms 6 New Road, Chisledon, Swindon, SN4 0LU Wednesday 4th May 9:30am to 12:30pm Ellendune Community Centre Barrett Way, Wroughton, Swindon, SN4 9LW Open to anyone aged 13 and over. First, second and booster doses available. Spring booster available for those over 75… read more
There have been some queries about containers offloaded on the grass verge on New Road. A hunch led us to Wales and West Utilities who are replacing gas pipes in the area. Their letter to residents from the end of March is attached. We have been advised that the New Road work is expected to… read more
Be aware and stay safe! Saturday 30th April 10-12 noon Strouds Hill Carpark Chiseldon. Free turn up event. Bobby Van assisting with home security for the elderly and vulnerable Police & Fire Service crime awareness, preventation and general advice. Fire safety tips. Neighbourhood Watch Advice and help on keeping safe & reporting crime. Come along… read more
Points of interest from the meetings held in April 2022. Why I became a Parish Cllr – Justine Randall “I decided to apply to join Chiseldon parish council following 10 years living in the parish and being lucky enough to benefit from the local area and all it has to offer. The covid lockdown presented… read more
If you’re looking for something for fun and active for children to do over the Easter holidays, we are running some free skateboarding and scooter sessions over the next two weeks. Each session will include fun games, the chance to win prizes and plenty of healthy snacks for children to enjoy. The events are funded… read more
If you’re a parent or guardian, you can now book an appointment for a COVID-19 vaccination for your child online or by calling 119. If your children are enjoying the Easter holidays over the next few weeks, it may be a good time to book, with appointments available throughout. You can find more guidance on… read more