Eynsham Parish Council News Meet a Councillor: Lucy Dickinson 9 FebFind out more about Lucy in her Q&A Share views on local governance 6 FebResidents can submit views in a public consultation to review three options for the future of local governance in Oxfordshire Salt Cross development progresses 4 FebDistrict Council’s climate-focused Area Action Plan approved by Planning Inspectorate Open Art Competition 2026 3 FebSee your art on the walls of Oxfordshire Museum! Why did Eynsham flood in Nov 2024? 29 JanOxfordshire County Council has published their report Keen to tell everyone about it? 28 JanAppropriate use of Eynsham's noticeboards Dovehouse Close play area update 26 JanThe current situation on the required repairs Road closure in February 22 JanLocal road closures that may impact residents' travel Update on local governance reform 22 JanDiscussions in March 25 on new Oxfordshire governance structure County Council Report January 2026 21 JanAn update from our local County Cllr Dan Levy Help us celebrate all things Eynsham! 20 JanJoin us at the Annual Parish Meeting in March Eynsham fire station closure? 19 JanCounty Council consults on changes to Fire and Rescue Service Transport Update: January 2026 14 JanTransport news to kick off the new year Road closure in January 6 JanA road closure near Eynsham may impact travel Meet a Councillor: Jovan Lee-Roles 5 JanA quickfire Q&A with one of our Councillors Planning a trip to the tip? 29 Dec 2025New booking system at Household Waste Recycling Centre When's bins? 22 Dec 2025Changes to business waste and household waste collection days over the festive period Gritters given their new names 19 Dec 2025The County Council has selected the winning, pun-tastic names Would a grant help? 18 Dec 2025Community groups and charities can apply for a Parish Council grant County Council Report: Dec 2025 17 Dec 2025From Cllr Dan Levy for the December meeting of Eynsham Parish Council A note about flags 16 Dec 2025Residents may have spotted flags at the junction close to Eynsham New platform at the Fishponds 15 Dec 2025We've replaced the older platform with a sturdier, safer one for pond-dipping Road closure in Cassington 9 Dec 2025An immediate road closure is in place near Cassington Live Well Oxfordshire 8 Dec 2025A useful online directory from the County Council Become Eynsham's Flood Warden 5 Dec 2025The County Council is seeking local Community Flood Wardens Meet a Councillor: Annika Ramen 4 Dec 2025Find out more about our Cllr Annika in her Q&A Share views on transport and roads 2 Dec 2025Complete a satisfaction survey to help direct improvements Meet our Staff: Sarah B 25 Nov 2025Sarah is the Responsible Financial Officer and joined us in Oct 2025 Try the new CoWheels hybrid 24 Nov 2025Our EV is now a hybrid, but still congestion charge exempt! Dovehouse Close play area OPEN 21 Nov 2025We've re-opened the play area, although more work is needed County Council Report November 2025 19 Nov 2025Presented by Cllr Dan Levy at the November Parish Council meeting Winter work at the Food Forest Garden 18 Nov 2025A successful afternoon of clearing and planting Easy ways to reduce carbon footprint 13 Nov 2025November’s Carbon Literacy Action Day is an opportunity to better understand climate change District Council Budget Consultation 11 Nov 2025Residents are invited to share views on how money should be spent next year Budget survey not from Parish Council 3 Nov 2025Residents may have received a survey about our Budget Be an evacuee to help Resilience Team 30 Oct 2025Volunteers required for a Humanitarian Assistance Centre exercise Transport update: Oct 2025 27 Oct 2025Transport and travel news for the autumn Heroic volunteers re-route footapth 23 Oct 2025Our volunteers worked hard to re-route the path at the Fishponds Name a gritter! 22 Oct 2025The County Council's new fleet of gritters need names County Council Report October 2025 22 Oct 2025As presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy Warm showers at the Sports Pavilion 20 Oct 2025We've upgraded the facilities at the venue Update on play area closure 17 Oct 2025We have more details to share Share views on EV with Uni researcher 17 Oct 2025University researcher would like to hear from our residents Dovehouse Close play area closure 15 Oct 2025Health & safety concerns result in temporary closure Trees behind the Sport Pavilion 14 Oct 2025We are planning some removal and re-planting activity Food Forest Garden fun! 14 Oct 2025Volunteers welcome at the next planting session Waterways Fair 2025 13 Oct 2025Find out what’s happening locally to protect our waterways Help us re-route a Fishponds footpath 8 Oct 2025Volunteers welcome for our next working party session Salt Cross consultation (again) 6 Oct 2025Residents can review the plans and comment until 14 November. Reptile relocation before expansion 6 Oct 2025Ecologists are at work ahead of Horizon Technology Park expansion Log issues easily on FixMyStreet 3 Oct 2025A quick, easy way to flag and fix local issues Earn rewards for cycling or walking 1 Oct 2025The BetterPoints app rewards users who walk, cycle or use public transport Improving Eynsham for walkers/bikes 29 Sep 2025Review the County Council's draft plan for improving our active travel infrastructure More Councillors make us better 26 Sep 2025Recent increase in Councillors is good for Eynsham Eynsham citizen scientists wanted 24 Sep 2025Collect data from your home to help the County Council understand how people use Eynsham streets Our committment to Civility & Respect 22 Sep 2025We've made the Civility & Respect Pledge County Council report Sept 2025 17 Sep 2025A report from Cllr Dan Levy as presented to the Parish Council at our monthly meeting Keeping your home warm this winter 15 Sep 2025A County Council scheme supporting energy-efficiency upgrades for eligible homes What should our police be tackling? 11 Sep 2025Complete a short survey to share your concerns OxRAIL 2040? Have your say! 10 Sep 2025Review the County Council's plan for the rail network Dog safety for everyone 8 Sep 2025Some advice for staying safe and responding to an incident Not long until Eynsham Village Show! 5 Sep 2025The annual event returns to the Village Hall in September Road closure in September 3 Sep 2025A local closure for drivers to be aware of 3D Aluminium donates to Village Hall 1 Sep 2025Local firm supports Village Hall upgrade project New Eynsham Park&Ride consultation 28 Aug 2025Residents can share views on latest plans Latest on Witney-A40 slip-road work 27 Aug 2025An update on the ongoing work and temporary closures What will change with the NHS? 26 Aug 2025A free webinar about what the Government plan might mean for Oxfordshire healthcare Make sure you're registered to vote 21 Aug 2025Take a moment to check you’re on the Electoral Register Temporary Oxford congestion charge 20 Aug 2025Plans have been amended as County Council prepares to review Meet a Councillor: Jon Crowe 18 Aug 2025A quick Q&A with our new Councillor Extra Care Housing scheme 14 Aug 2025Independent living with tailored support Back Lane closure 12 Aug 2025Thames Water are fixing a burst pipe EV charging hub near Eynsham? 11 Aug 2025Residents may like to comment on the plans Road closure in August 11 Aug 2025Local closure which may impact travel Salt Cross will be Net Zero 6 Aug 2025District Council's policy has been approved by the Planning Inspectorate Bus changes from September 6 Aug 2025Changes to our local bus services from September Let's get gardening 4 Aug 2025Keeping the vegetation trimmed is important for pedestrian safety Help us - review our Strategic Plan! 31 Jul 2025It’s the ‘what’, ‘how’ and ‘why of the Parish Council What's happening in Oxford Road? 30 Jul 2025Temporary lights may cause some disruption Meet a Councillor: Charles Amos 30 Jul 2025A quick Q&A with our new Councillor Eynsham Youth Club to return 28 Jul 2025Would you like to get involved? Have you tried the Eynsham EV yet? 24 Jul 2025The Co Wheels Car Club EV is available for all Footpath diversion is getting closer 22 Jul 2025There's still time to raise any objections with the County Council Catch a train to Oxford or Witney? 21 Jul 2025District Council suggest Carterton – Oxford train line could be viable. Save money on EV cable channel 17 Jul 2025Residents without driveways could be eligible for subsidised EV cable channels from the County Council. County Council report: July 2025 16 Jul 2025As presented to the Parish Council by Cllr Dan Levy from Oxfordshire County Council Thoughts on Dix Pit? 15 Jul 2025The County Council seeks residents' views on the household waste recycling centre (HWRC) network Grants for endangered crafts 11 Jul 2025Apply for a small grant to support your craftsmanship and support our national heritage Village Hall upgrades 8 Jul 2025We've been busy upgrading and improving our super community venue District Council's Local Plan 3 Jul 2025Share your views on key issues in the latest public consultation Eynsham Allotments Open Day 2 Jul 2025Join in the fun on 12 July whether you have a plot or not! Public hearing on net zero for SCGV 25 Jun 2025The District Council will be discussing the updated net zero policy for the Salt Cross Garden Village development Council tax change - share your views 24 Jun 2025The Government is consulting on plans to modernise how we pay council tax Footpath diversion for walker safety 20 Jun 2025We're planning to move a local footpath away from an unstable riverbank County Council report: June 2024 18 Jun 2025As presented to Eynsham Parish Council by County Councillor Dan Levy Apply for a Community Activity Grant 16 Jun 2025Support available for local groups and projects that bring together people Help make Eynsham walk-cycle friendly 12 Jun 2025Councillors help identify potential improvements to local walking and cycling infrastructure Witney-A40 slip-road closures 11 Jun 2025The dates for closures from July 2025 to May 2026 to allow for critical work Utility providers support customers 9 Jun 2025Vulnerable customers can sign up for additional support Making a difference 6 Jun 2025Our Clerk Michelle Legg explains why she relishes her role
Bus changes from September 6 Aug 2025 Changes to our local bus services from September Residents may be aware that there will soon be a change in bus service operator for some of our local routes following decisions by Oxfordshire County Council. The routes that have been operated by First and Last Mile will, from 1 September, be run by West Oxfordshire Community Transport. These services are the 411/S from Eynsham to Long Hanborough via Freeland and the 418 from Eynsham to Standlake via Stanton Harcourt. New timetables have been issued for these services and available to view via the links below: 411 service timetable: 411 - Eynsham - Long Hanborough – West Oxfordshire Community Transport – Bus Times 411S service timetable: 411S - Eynsham - Long Hanborough – West Oxfordshire Community Transport – Bus Times 418 service timetable: 418 - Eynsham - Standlake – West Oxfordshire Community Transport – Bus Times For residents who use the 471 service (Bablockhythe – Northmoor – Stanton Harcourt – Sutton – South Leigh – Witney), this will run on Wednesdays only and be operated by Oxfordshire County Council’s Fleet Service from Wednesday 3 September. The timetable it not yet available but we will update this page as soon as we receive it.