UK Government Smart Meters Rollout 2020

As I’m sure you’re aware, the Government is rolling out smart meters into all homes and businesses before 2020. However, research shows that a huge percentage of the population are still not aware of the options available. Working in conjunction with the smart meter authorities nationwide, we are ensuring that all local councils have the… read more

Ridgeway Bell Articles – February 2018

Points Of Interest From the Meeting held in February 2018 Neighbourhood Watch The next Neighbourhood Meeting is Monday 26th March 2018 at 7.30pm at the Recreation Hall off Norris Close. Everyone is welcome. Dates for 2018 will be on the Parish Council website and also on the noticeboards at New Road by the Spar, at… read more

Ridgeway Bell – What’s On In February?

Whats on in February 2018 2nd February – St Peter’s Church, Marlborough—Lecture on today’s Media 3rd February – Marlborough Deanery Synod – Development of Rural Parishes, Holy Cross Church Hall, 10am – 1pm – all welcome 3rd February – Borough Councillors’ Surgery, Calley Memorial Hall, 11.30am – 12.30pm 5th February – Craft Club, Chiseldon House Hotel, 10am… read more

Old red BT kiosk at Badbury

“The old red BT kiosk at Badbury, adopted by the Parish Council in 2017 and given a new coat of paint. It remains in Badbury as a landmark feature.”

Elections & Voter ID pilot – 3rd May 2018

Swindon Voter ID Pilot Information on Voter ID pilot can be read here and on the Swindon.gov website. Anyone who lives and votes in the Borough of Swindon will be required to bring their poll card as a form of identification to vote in the local elections on 3rd May 2018, Swindon is trialling the use… read more

Transport Report – February 2018

There are a number of changes to the bus service from Marlborough to the Bedwyn Railway Station and on to Hungerford.  These changes are being made by Wiltshire Council to try and spread the services throughout the day and to make better contact with the trains to London.  The drop off and pick up point… read more

Wroughton Community Library

The Wroughton Library has now moved to the Ellendune Centre and will reopen on Monday 22nd January.  It will be found in the Alexandra Room which is on the left-hand side, beyond the Parish Council offices.  The number of books available has been reduced and there will only be two computers, but users can go… read more

Vacancy For A Councillor Update: Michelle Harris

Parish Council of Chiseldon Delighted to say that Michelle Harris has been co-opted as our newest Councillor. Michelle lives in the village and has a strong basis of local knowledge and a great skill set to work with the Council on a large variety of matters. Michelle’s details will be added to the contact list… read more

Holocaust Memorial Day in Swindon

Holocaust Memorial We are writing to you to let you know about arrangements in Swindon for this year’s Holocaust Memorial Day on Saturday 27 January 2018. The theme for this year is “The Power of Words – for good or evil” We would like to invite you to join us, if you would like to… read more

Landmark joint venture signed for 2,750 homes near Swindon

A joint venture agreement has been signed between Swindon Borough Council and Barratt Developments to bring around 2,750 homes to the 250 hectare Wichelstowe development to the south of Swindon. The new joint venture company will combine the strengths of both the public and private sectors to create a high-quality and attractive development. Barratt Developments… read more

Fly Tip Fines

Fly Tipping Fines It appears that fines are increasing for homeowners who employ “a man with a van” to remove household waste and it ends up being fly tipped. The homeowner is liable for prosecution and you should always use someone with a “Waste Licence”. You are legally responsible for any household waste produced on… read more

SMG Wroughton – Small Grant

SMG Wroughton Our grant programme runs throughout the year – depending on how much you would be looking for our timetable are as follows: Small Grants up to £2,000 March 2018 (closing date for applications 7th February) May 2018 (closing date for applications 26th April) September 2018 (closing date for applications 2nd August) December 2018… read more

Upcoming Road Works

Upcoming road works of this year (so far) Wootton Bassett Road Due to the damage caused by a burst water main, Thames Water is resurfacing the Wootton Bassett road junction of Redpost Drive. Works are expected to be finished by next Wednesday (17th January).  Hay Lane B4005 heading towards Wroughton One-way traffic road closure on Friday (12th… read more