Latest News Articles Does your organisation need funding? 21 Sep 2023Apply for a Parish Council grant before November Botley Road closure extended 20 Sep 2023The development work at Oxford station is experiencing delays County Council Report: Sept 2023 19 Sep 2023Presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in September District Council report: Sept 2023 19 Sep 2023Presented to the Parish Council by our three District Councillors, Dan Levy, Andy Goodwin and Carl Rylett, in September Road closure in October 14 Sep 2023Advanced warning of a local road closure Update on Back Lane repairs 12 Sep 2023The latest news from Thames Water Have your say on WODC plans 4 Sep 2023The District Council is inviting residents to share their views on development Immediate road closure near Eynsham 31 Aug 2023A temporary closure to be aware of when moving around the area Meet our staff: Dave Syphas 29 Aug 2023Quick Q&A with our staff members Thames Water update: Back Lane 18 Aug 2023A warning for residents as repair work enters new phase Using Eynsham's skatepark 17 Aug 2023A local coach secures permissions for his lessons Play area upgrades and repairs 14 Aug 2023Find out what’s happening to Eynsham’s play areas this autumn To cut or not to cut Eynsham’s grass? 9 Aug 2023We’d like residents’ opinions on how we should approach our responsibilities for looking after public areas of grass. Back Lane closure in August 8 Aug 2023There has been an emergency closure for repair works Keeping out the lorries 3 Aug 2023New signage should help reduce the number of large vehicles passing through Eynsham Nature and climate online community 1 Aug 2023District Council launches a new ‘Greenlight’ platform Be a lifesaver for our community 28 Jul 2023Have you considered volunteering as a Community First Responder? Changes on the Wharf Stream Way 26 Jul 2023Local walkers may notice some activity and a change First and Last Mile bus fare cap 21 Jul 2023The community transport service is adopting the bus fare cap County Council Report: July 2023 20 Jul 2023Presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in July 2023 Road closure in July 19 Jul 2023A temporary closure that may impact residents Eynsham's Lost Railway 17 Jul 2023The new Museum and Heritage Centre will open for an exhibition from August Objections to Botley West Solar Farm 14 Jul 2023Understand our position on the Botley West Solar Farm development plans Thames Water update: July 10 Jul 2023The latest news on the issues in Eynsham Go car-free to medical appointments 7 Jul 2023How best to travel to medical appointments outside Eynsham or visit relatives in hospital without driving Latest update on Oxford Station work 28 Jun 2023Attend a drop-in event in July to hear progress County Council Report: June 2023 27 Jun 2023Presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in June 2023 Play area use 26 Jun 2023Safe spaces for everyone What is community stewardship? 23 Jun 2023Understand more and have your say Citizens Advice West Oxfordshire 22 Jun 2023Find out more about this superb local advice and support service Could you be claiming benefits? 19 Jun 2023Check whether you’re eligible for child or pension benefits and apply online Eynsham Village Hall update 16 Jun 2023Important changes are in progress Community Activity Grants available 14 Jun 2023Local groups may be eligible for financial support Witney Baby Bank is family lifeline 12 Jun 2023Helping struggling families to access essential supplies Road closure in June 8 Jun 2023A temporary closure that may impact residents Old Witney Road traffic calming 6 Jun 2023Seeking residents’ views on County Council’s plans What do you think about the buses? 5 Jun 2023Call for thoughts on local services ahead of July meeting Eynsham Play & Activity Day returns! 2 Jun 2023The fun, free day for families will back in July Picking the right path 1 Jun 2023Exploring the local footpaths in and around Eynsham Crowdfunding for Salt Cross action 30 May 2023Donations are sought to fund the legal challenge Accessible path to the river 26 May 2023Upgrades will soon be made for accessible path to the Thames in Eynsham Bus prices staying low for summer 24 May 2023The Government has extended the cap on fares Make sure you're Weather Ready 22 May 2023Some good advice on preparing for summer Wytham View grass cutting 18 May 2023An update on the situation Eynsham as an Age-friendly Community? 16 May 2023Find out the ‘what’ and the ‘how’ in this webinar Temporary A40 closure from May 15 May 2023A section of the A40 layby near Eynsham will be closed Our Parish Councillors re-elected 11 May 2023All existing Councillors retain their seats How could Eynsham be improved? 10 May 2023The District Council is seeking local opinions to help target spending Watch out for the Walking Bus! 9 May 2023Eynsham Community Primary School will mark Walk to School Week Could you lead a Wellbeing Walk? 4 May 2023Would you like to train as a Wellbeing Walk leader? Getting Eynsham 'Royally' ready 2 May 2023Bunting adds celebratory backdrop to local Coronation events Legal challenge over Salt Cross 17 Apr 2023RCA has issued legal challenge to Inspector’s decision Meet a Councillor: Beth Partlett 14 Apr 2023Find out more about one of our newest Councillors in her Q&A Defibrillator at Sports Pavilion 11 Apr 2023A defibrillator has been donated to Eynsham by Taylor Wimpey Don’t be alarmed – it’s a test 5 Apr 2023Government to test Emergency Alerts service in April Happy or sad speed? 31 Mar 2023Eynsham has a new vehicle-activated sign to remind drivers of speed limits EV car club pilot in Eynsham 29 Mar 2023A county-wide pilot brings a shared electric vehicle to our village for 12 months Action on sewage with Thames Water 28 Mar 2023District Council is working with Thames Water Election nominations now open! 27 Mar 2023Would-be Councillors have a week to submit nominations Botley Road works impact Eynsham bus 24 Mar 2023Stagecoach has announced some changes to our local services Old Witney Road closure 22 Mar 2023An upcoming road closure that may impact residents Salt Cross Garden Village update 17 Mar 2023The Inspector’s report on AAP published Botley West Solar Farm update 15 Mar 2023Community consultation closed; what happens next? Emergency footpath closure at river 14 Mar 2023A land slip has required a local footpath to be temporarily closed Conduit Lane re-opens 14 Mar 2023Our footpath has been re-opened as critical safety works are completed Amendments to W.Eynsham plans 9 Mar 2023This local development masterplan has had additions, but no public consultation Have your say on our priorities 8 Mar 2023Vote for the projects you think are most important Conduit Lane latest 7 Mar 2023The latest update we have on the progress of critical repair work Museum to open in Bartholomew Room 6 Mar 2023A museum celebrating local history will open in the historic building in Autumn Updates on Oxford station works 3 Mar 2023Botley Road to close on 11 April but residents can sign up for email updates on progress Speeding up road repairs 2 Mar 2023The Parish Council is now a Super User on FixMyStreet Bus fares cap extended until June 1 Mar 2023Cheaper bus fares extended - take advantage! Update on Aurora Solar Farm 28 Feb 2023The latest news on the delays that have held up planned solar farm Better Housing Better Health 24 Feb 2023This free service could help you stay warm and well at home Conduit Lane latest 23 Feb 2023Residents can now see the progress being made County Council report February 2023 22 Feb 2023Presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in February 2023 Parish Council Budget for FY23/24 21 Feb 2023All the details about the Budget for the coming financial year Conduit Lane latest 15 Feb 2023The latest progress report on the repair Road closure in March 14 Feb 2023A temporary closure that may impact residents Who do I ask for help? 9 Feb 2023Details of who can fix what in our Parish Conduit Lane latest 7 Feb 2023The latest news of this ongoing repair work Water pipe fix closes road 6 Feb 2023Back Lane to be closed for two weeks Considering becoming a Councillor? 3 Feb 2023This online session could help you Photo ID needed for May elections 1 Feb 2023A new requirement to vote in May We're seeking a new RFO 26 Jan 2023Are you interested in joining us as a Responsible Financial Officer? Conduit Lane latest 24 Jan 2023Your regular update on critical repair works Don't miss the Annual Parish Meeting! 23 Jan 2023Date for your diary: Tuesday 7 March How I Became a Councillor: Carl Rylet 20 Jan 2023Find out what the process is like and whether it may suit you County Council report January 2023 18 Jan 2023Presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in January 2023 Conduit Lane latest 17 Jan 2023Your regular update on the progress of critical repair works Monitor local flood warnings 16 Jan 2023We encourage our residents to check local flood warnings during these wet weeks Oxford Road play area closure 13 Jan 2023We've had to close the play area due to localised flooding Conduit Lane latest 10 Jan 2023Your regular update on repair works So, you want to be a Councillor? 5 Jan 2023Here's how to find out more about what's involved Award-winning Parish Council 3 Jan 2023We’re thrilled to announce that Eynsham Parish Council has earned a Local Council Award EV chargers update 23 Dec 2022What does the data tell us about usage of the EV chargers in Eynsham? Conduit Lane latest 22 Dec 2022Your regular update on repair works P&R construction issues 19 Dec 2022Contact the construction team directly with any concerns Christmas closure at the Council 16 Dec 2022Tis the season to take leave Rest spot for local walkers 15 Dec 2022With support from the Rotary Club, the Parish Council has installed a new bench near the Fishponds
New Circular Walk 29 Sep 1994 A “leisurely half-hour stroll” linking the old railway line and Chilbridge Road opened up today - all credit to Sue Chapman Sue Chapman's campaign for a circular footpath exploiting the old railway line took her into the fastness of County Hall; here she leads Eynsham Morris at the official opening. This story is reproduced from the Witney Gazette.