Eynsham Parish Council News Ælfric honoured with a Blue Plaque 4 JulThe scholar, teacher and first Eynsham Abbot has been memorialised with a new Plaque in the village First and Last Mile bus service 30 JunMeet one of the successful applicants for a Parish Council grant: a much-needed local transport connection Home Library Service 28 JunIf you find it difficult to get to the library, this County Council service could help you keep reading Flowers for the Queen 27 JunCllr Milly Chen is taking part in Eynsham Flower Festival, which celebrates the platinum jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II Eynsham pharmacy concerns 24 JunThe Parish Council has met with Lloyds Pharmacy to discuss residents’ concerns County Council report June 2022 23 JunPresented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in June 2022 Temporary closure of play area 22 JunDovehouse Close Come & Play is temporarily closed for health and safety reasons District Council Update June 2022 22 JunCllr Carl Rylett shares a monthly update from West Oxfordshire District Council Road closures in July 20 JunPlan ahead for the road closures that are coming next month Can you park elsewhere on 9-10 June? 8 JunThe District Council is planning to undertake some highway and footpath sweeping in Eynsham and requires access. Financial support for energy bills 7 JunThe District Council has launched a scheme to help residents who missed out on Government rebate Meet a Councillor: Milly Chen 6 JunHow well do you know the councillors on your Parish Council? Find out more about Milly Chen in our quick Q&A June update on Conduit Lane 1 JunPlanning permission has now been granted for the critical repair work Up close with local science projects 30 MayThe Science Together event in Oxford next month showcases the collaborative projects of researchers and local organisations Bank holidays impact bin days 27 MayThe Jubilee bank holiday weekend will impact our bin collection days in the following fortnight New leadership at the Parish Council 25 MayCouncillors have appointed a new Chair and Vice Chair following the resignation of former Cllr Nick Relph. Curious about the council? 24 MayJoin this free webinar to learn more about what’s involved with being a local councillor Road closures in June 20 MayAdvanced warning of some temporary closures in and around our parish during June. Exciting prize for young cyclists 18 MayThe District Council is running a contest for children to win VIP access to start stage 6 of the Women’s Tour School PTA facilitates summer swims 10 MayThe Community Primary School PTA was one of our successful grant applicants; find out where the money is going. Meet a Councillor: Carl Rylett 6 MayHow well do you know the Councillors on your Parish Council? Read on to find out more about Carl Rylett in our quick Q&A. What’s going on with Eynsham’s bins? 4 MayThe Bin Rationalisation and Renewal programme explained. Discussions at District Council Forum 3 MayParish Councillors report back from the recent WODC Town and Parish Council Meeting Forum Green light for 20mph scheme 28 AprThe County Council has approved our plans for making Eynsham streets slower and safer Need help using the computer? 27 AprIT classes at Eynsham library will help people get online and make better use of their digital devices. Conduit Lane consultation 26 AprThe consultation for the work required in Conduit Lane is now open Road and footpath closures in May 22 AprThe month will see some closure of roads and footpaths to allow critical work to be carried out. New format Annual Parish Meeting 20 AprThe 2022 meeting is coming soon and provides a less formal way to engage with the parish. Demo day for EV chargers 19 AprFind out more about the new electric vehicle chargers at a demo day at the end April County Council report April 2022 13 AprPresented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in April 2022. Avoid blocking Eynsham pipes 12 AprAdvice from Thames Water following recent pipe blockages in the village Road closures in April 8 AprSome planned installation and maintenance works will result in road closures during the month Meet a Councillor: Ross Macken 5 AprHow well do you know our Parish Councillors? Meet Chair Ross Macken in his Q&A. Upkeep of key Eynsham buildings 30 MarAn update on the projects to restore and renovate two much-loved buildings: the Sports Pavilion and Bartholomew Room Solidarity with Ukraine 23 MarSt Leonard’s church is lit up with a Ukrainian flag to show our solidarity and sense of outrage at the Russian attack Free fun for local youngsters 21 MarOne of the Parish Council's grantees, the Oxfordshire Play Association, is seeking local organisations to run free activities. W.Eynsham masterplan approved by WOD 17 MarNew housing development plans have been approved despite local objections Spring planting at food forest garden 15 Mar A second planting day sees local school children and their families adding more plants in spring sunshine New Strategic Plan for Parish Council 14 MarA new document created with input from the community sets out the vision and strategy for Eynsham Parish Council County Council report March 2022 8 MarPresented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy It’s consultation time on 20mph plans 3 MarYou have until 1 April to tell the County Council what you think about proposed speed limit reductions in and around Eynsham. Meet a Councillor: Andy Mosson 1 MarHow well do you know your parish councillors? Find out more about Andy Mosson in our quick Q&A. Scam support sessions for vulnerable 22 FebAge UK has a new scam prevention programme What issues matter to you in Eynsham? 18 FebA community event for residents to tell the Parish Council what matters most in our neighbourhood Emergency numbers for Storm Eunice 17 FebReporting incidents that may occur due to the weather on Friday 18 February Fishponds planting for Rebecca 16 FebAn area of meadow around the Fishponds has been planted in remembrance of Rebecca Tibbetts More time to feedback on A40 plans 14 FebOxfordshire County Council has extended the deadline for A40 consultation responses Defibrillator for Sports Pavilion 14 FebA defibrillator will be installed in the Sports Pavilion and available for all to use in an emergency. Have your say on 20mph scheme 10 FebBe ready to share your views in the formal consultation on plans to reduce local speed limits Meet a Councillor: David Knight 9 FebHow well do you know your parish councillors? Find out more about Vice Chair David Knight in our quick Q&A County Council report Feb 2022 4 FebPresented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy A40 plans submitted for consultation 2 FebThe Parish Council is preparing a response to the A40 planning application submitted by OCC. Do speeding drivers frustrate you? 1 FebWe're setting up a Community Speedwatch group for Eynsham and need your help. Help shape our Neighbourhood Plan 31 JanShare your thoughts to help the Parish Council update the Neighbourhood Plan Can you spare 2 hours a week to help? 27 JanVolunteers needed for a basic IT skills class EV chargers to launch in mid Feb 21 JanAn update on when we will be able to ‘park and charge’ in Eynsham’s Back Lane car park Our response to W.Eynsham Masterplan 20 JanJoint response from the Parish Council and EPIC/ GreenTEA on the draft West Eynsham Masterplan County Council report January 2021 11 JanRead this month's report from Cllr Dan Levy Temporary closure of Acre End Street 10 JanThis is an advanced warning of a road closure that will impact Eynsham in early February. Get your business ready for tourists 7 JanCotswold Tourism invites local businesses and groups to register for 2022 visitors Meet a Councillor: Sue Osborne 5 JanHow well do you know your parish councillors? Find out more about Sue Osborne in our quick Q&A. OCC urges "extra care" 22 Dec 2021The County Council encourages caution as Oxfordshire Covid-19 cases top national averages. EPC Christmas break 20 Dec 2021Check when staff and councillors will be available (or not) over the festive period. County Council report 16 Dec 2021Presented to Eynsham Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy, Oxfordshire County Council, in December Electric car charging in Eynsham 14 Dec 2021Read the latest on the e-vehicle charge points and how you can be involved in a trial. Do you want to help the Newlands Inn? 7 Dec 2021Let us know if you want to be part of a community group to safeguard the future of the Newlands Inn. OCC solicits views on pharmacy 6 Dec 2021You have until January 2022 to share your thoughts on pharmacy services across the county Snow won't stop the planting! 1 Dec 2021Local children help speed the progress of a new food forest garden in the Old Witney Road play area. Bus diversions on Friday 30 Nov 2021Due to road closures for the Christmas lights event on Friday evening, some bus routes will be diverted temporarily in Eynsham. Meet a Councillor: Katy Crowe 29 Nov 2021How well do you know your Parish Councillors? Find out more about Katy Crowe in our quick Q&A. Get ready to see Eynsham light up 26 Nov 2021Join the Eynsham Community Primary School PTA for ‘Light Up Eynsham’ on 3 December Conduit Lane update 24 Nov 2021The latest news from Oxfordshire County Council Grants to support community groups 23 Nov 2021Community Activity Grants from WODC for groups doing meaningful work – apply by 8 December Newlands Inn is a ‘community asset’ 19 Nov 2021Parish Council plans to register the pub as an Asset of Community Value Council view on W.Eynsham SDA 16 Nov 2021Here's what Eynsham Parish Council think of the plans seen to date - do you agree? Community bus for 411 and 418 in 2022 11 Nov 2021A community bus will serve the former routes from January, courtesy of First and Last Mile CIC Have your say on Eynsham’s future 10 Nov 2021If you missed our community event, there is still time to have your say on what the Council should be focusing on. Park and Charge installation dates 3 Nov 2021The electric vehicle charge points will be coming to Eynsham Back Lane car park in December What does the Parish Council do? 1 Nov 2021This is your opportunity to find out what the Parish Council does, meet the councillors and have a say on the future of Eynsham Apply now for a Parish Council grant 21 Oct 2021Could the money help your community group in the new year? Get Parish Council news in your inbox 19 Oct 2021Have you signed up for the new enewsletter yet? Stay connected! We need YOU to shape our strategy 12 Oct 2021Drop-in to our community event and help to shape our new Strategic Plan Update on Eynsham park and ride 8 Oct 2021Preliminary works to start 11 October but with minimal disruption How do I dispose of this? 30 Sep 2021An online tool advises on how best to dispose, repair or recycle household waste locally Anti-social behaviour App 28 Sep 2021Issues concerning Cottsway residents can now be reported direct by smartphone Councillors at Great Big Green Week 16 Sep 2021Catch our councillors at the Great Big Green Week to learn more about some on-going 'green' projects Heras fencing at The Square 15 Sep 2021Heras fencing removal! Free webinars on The Oxfordshire Plan 24 Aug 2021Join in to hear the latest and ask questions on the 2050 strategic vision for the county ‘20’s plenty for us’ in Eynsham 30 Jul 2021How would you feel about a reduction in the speed limits within Eynsham? Review the discussion points and let us know. Latest on Garden Village hearings 16 Jul 2021Catch up with hearings on Salt Cross Garden Village. Greenbelt plans to save biodiversity 12 Jul 2021Parish Council plans to offset any damage from new developments. We need you! 23 Jun 2021Eynsham Parish Council is seeking to employ an Outdoor Technician and Deputy Clerk. Oxford Road Playing Field Car Parks 21 Apr 2021New consultation on closing times HRH The Duke of Edinburgh 9 Apr 2021It is with great sadness that we hear of the death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh Cllr Gordon Beach 26 Mar 2021Cllr Gordon Beach, Chairman, is standing down from the Parish Council next month after 25 years service. Strategic development 8 Mar 2021'Not sure what's going on where? Bartholomew Room Building 23 Feb 2021Expressions of Interest Invited Community Projects 21 Jan 2021New S106 Developer Contributions for community projects consultation Dovehouse 'Come & Play' 20 Nov 2020Re-opening Update Oxfordshire County Council 2 Nov 2020Better Broadband Connectivity for Oxfordshire
Planning Responses 22 Oct 2020 Strategic Planning Eynsham Parish Council's recent planning responses are now available on our Strategic Planning page. These include the planning application response for Salt Cross Garden Village and West Oxfordshire District Council's Area Action Plan (AAP).