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Acrid smell - Proctor Way - 24/9/22
‘Nightly’ acrid smell of burning plastic around Proctor Way, Park Road area. Very toxic, illegal,
and antisocial - any ideas anyone on how to stop this for the sake of everyone’s health?
Name Supplied
Vote for the Old Town Hall - 23/9/22
Best loved building competition
Vote for your Best Loved building | spab.org.uk
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
Faringdon Town Magazine - 22/9/22
Autumn edition
Featuring musical happenings across the town for you to keep your eye out for this Autumn, provided by our wonderful music contributor Al Cane, updates from The Old Crown Coaching Inn and a calendar section where you will find a plethora of dates to add to your diary, from eats to exhibitions.
Also featuring Tribe zero-waste, The Swan & The Faringdon Brewery, Faringdon, Al Cane Photography, Cogges, Julie Ann Godson, Folly & Wild and so much more.
CLICK TO READ: https://library.myebook.com/.../faringdon-town.../4382/
The Market cafe - 21/9/22
Now open - coffee, cake, craft materials, other goodies.
Open Mon to Sat. 9am - 5pm (4pm on Sat)
Run by volunteers
Good Luck
Autumn Course in Cycling Safely - 21/09/22
Booking is now open for the next Farcycles course, which is equivalent to Cycle Proficiency / Bikeability.
The course will be 10.30-12 noon Mon 24th - Fri 28th October based at the Faringdon Cycle Park.
Suitable for children aged 8-13.
For more details and booking:
https://farcycl.es/RideSafely
Any queries contact cycle@farcycles.org.uk
White Horse Medical Practice Patient Group.- 8/9/22
Minutes of meetings are on the practice website
Street Angels - 6/9/22
Street Angels - cleaned and swept the lower part of London St yesterday
Still lots of places to sort out.
faringdonstreetangels@yahoo.com
Pic 1.jpg
Pic 2.jpg
Pic 3.jpg
Please help out by reporting places that need attention to:
The Volunteer - 6/9/22
Back on the market
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/find.html?searchType=SALE&locationIdentifier=BRANCH%5e18381&minPrice=450000&maxPrice=450000&includeSSTC=true&_includeSSTC=on
64 Extra Care units . South of Park Road - 4/9/22
See Design and Access statement
Planning Application P22/V2053/RM (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Oxford Science Festival - 4/9/22
IF Oxford, the city’s science and ideas Festival returns in October with a mix of 100 events for all ages across 25 venues, plus online.
Bookings are open now at www.if-oxford.com
With events across all scientific topics in a wide range of formats. There will be something to interest everyone
You can download a PDF flyer here https://if-oxford.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/IF-2022-Flyer-A5.pdf
Oxfordshire Conversations - OCC - 3/9/22
Oxfordshire Conversations are public events that are bringing together residents and the councillors who lead the county council to talk about the big issues that matter to you and your communities. There are seven events taking place – two online and five in locations across Oxfordshire.
This is your chance to ask our decision makers your burning questions and share your priorities to help us shape our budget during these tough times.
Find your local event and book your place:
The events are open to all, but you need to register.
If you have a question you would like to ask, let us know in advance by filling in the box on our booking form. If you aren't ready with your question at the time of booking, you can:
Booking formOur Oxfordshire Conversation events are open to all, but booking is essential. If you plan on attending one of these events, please complete this booking form.
Join the conversation | Let's Talk Oxfordshire
‘Nightly’ acrid smell of burning plastic around Proctor Way, Park Road area. Very toxic, illegal,
and antisocial - any ideas anyone on how to stop this for the sake of everyone’s health?
Name Supplied
Vote for the Old Town Hall - 23/9/22
Best loved building competition
Vote for your Best Loved building | spab.org.uk
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
Faringdon Town Magazine - 22/9/22
Autumn edition
Featuring musical happenings across the town for you to keep your eye out for this Autumn, provided by our wonderful music contributor Al Cane, updates from The Old Crown Coaching Inn and a calendar section where you will find a plethora of dates to add to your diary, from eats to exhibitions.
Also featuring Tribe zero-waste, The Swan & The Faringdon Brewery, Faringdon, Al Cane Photography, Cogges, Julie Ann Godson, Folly & Wild and so much more.
CLICK TO READ: https://library.myebook.com/.../faringdon-town.../4382/
The Market cafe - 21/9/22
Now open - coffee, cake, craft materials, other goodies.
Open Mon to Sat. 9am - 5pm (4pm on Sat)
Run by volunteers
Good Luck
Autumn Course in Cycling Safely - 21/09/22
Booking is now open for the next Farcycles course, which is equivalent to Cycle Proficiency / Bikeability.
The course will be 10.30-12 noon Mon 24th - Fri 28th October based at the Faringdon Cycle Park.
Suitable for children aged 8-13.
For more details and booking:
https://farcycl.es/RideSafely
Any queries contact cycle@farcycles.org.uk
White Horse Medical Practice Patient Group.- 8/9/22
Minutes of meetings are on the practice website
Street Angels - 6/9/22
Street Angels - cleaned and swept the lower part of London St yesterday
Still lots of places to sort out.
faringdonstreetangels@yahoo.com
Pic 1.jpg
Pic 2.jpg
Pic 3.jpg
Please help out by reporting places that need attention to:
- The Vale/Biffa via fixmystreet.com app or website
- Biffa 03000 610610
- Biffa admin.vale@biffa.co.uk
The Volunteer - 6/9/22
Back on the market
https://www.rightmove.co.uk/property-for-sale/find.html?searchType=SALE&locationIdentifier=BRANCH%5e18381&minPrice=450000&maxPrice=450000&includeSSTC=true&_includeSSTC=on
64 Extra Care units . South of Park Road - 4/9/22
See Design and Access statement
Planning Application P22/V2053/RM (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Oxford Science Festival - 4/9/22
IF Oxford, the city’s science and ideas Festival returns in October with a mix of 100 events for all ages across 25 venues, plus online.
Bookings are open now at www.if-oxford.com
With events across all scientific topics in a wide range of formats. There will be something to interest everyone
You can download a PDF flyer here https://if-oxford.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/IF-2022-Flyer-A5.pdf
Oxfordshire Conversations - OCC - 3/9/22
Oxfordshire Conversations are public events that are bringing together residents and the councillors who lead the county council to talk about the big issues that matter to you and your communities. There are seven events taking place – two online and five in locations across Oxfordshire.
This is your chance to ask our decision makers your burning questions and share your priorities to help us shape our budget during these tough times.
Find your local event and book your place:
The events are open to all, but you need to register.
- Monday 12 September, 11am - 12.30pm, online (Microsoft Teams)
- Monday 12 September, 7pm - 8.30pm, Abingdon, Guildhall
- Wednesday 14 September, 7pm - 8.30pm, Witney, High Street Methodist Church
- Thursday 15 September, 7pm - 8.30pm, Oxford, Old Fire Station
- Monday 19 September, 7pm - 8.30pm, Banbury, The Mill Arts Centre
- Wednesday 21 September, 7pm - 8.30pm, online (Microsoft Teams)
- Thursday 22 September, 7pm - 8.30pm, Didcot, Cornerstone Arts Centre
If you have a question you would like to ask, let us know in advance by filling in the box on our booking form. If you aren't ready with your question at the time of booking, you can:
- email it to consultations@oxfordshire.gov.uk(External link)
- hand it to a member of the council's support team when you arrive at the event
- type it in the chat box, if you are attending online
- when invited, ask a question during the event itself.
Booking formOur Oxfordshire Conversation events are open to all, but booking is essential. If you plan on attending one of these events, please complete this booking form.
Join the conversation | Let's Talk Oxfordshire
Church Bells for a wedding - 31/8/22
Friday 9th September:
A quarter peal will be rung on All Saints bells in the evening to celebrate the wedding of Andrew Slater (one of the ringers) and Susanna Leslie the next day.
Jon Chamberlain
Shout out from Faringdon Folly - 31/8/22
We'd love to hear from you - what you love about the Folly, the things you do there, how often you've visited the Tower, how often you ( and your dog?) walk to the woodland.
Also what makes the Folly and woodland so special for you. What makes it important for Faringdon?
Do please email enquiries@ faringdonfolly.org.uk
This will help us so much when we apply for funding for the very extensive Tower renovations that are needed.
THANKYOU
Friends of the Folly
Eddie Williams (chair)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
Resuscitation Toolkit- 19/8/22
Good afternoon All
I am sending on to you the information below, and with reference to the attached content, concerning the message and learning that may help to save many lives from the impact of sudden cardiac arrest across our community.
You may choose how you wish to present the information through whatever digital channels might be available to the broadest possible audience, in order to get this message across, and indeed I have sent this information received by me today from SCAS, to those of you, who may be in the best position from within our own local community, to be able to spread the word and potentially giving us all an opportunity to be a ‘life-saver’!
Please feel free to adapt text that will be appropriate to spread this message (with of course appropriate factual accuracy), and feel free to use my name as a local reference and as a CFR (Community First Responder) in our local community, to be able to make that connection to those who may wish to learn more, or who may have some questions around the process and practicalities of Basic Life Support and the impact of SCA.
Thank you for your consideration and attention to this and please get back to me if you need more information or have any questions on the campaign content.
Kind regards
Malcolm malcolm.gee@sca-charity.org.uk
CFR – SCAS – Faringdon and District Team –
Chair – Faringdon PAD Committee –
Information about defibrillators in Faringdon can be found here
Financial support for pensioners - 16/8/22
Vale Council has a voucher scheme to help pay for essentials.
See www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/vale-of-white-horse-district-council/cost-of-living-crisis-advice-and-support/household-support-fund/
There is a form to complete online. or contact:
Faringdon Community Choir - new term starts 7th September- 16/8/22
Everyone welcome- no experience needed.
We sing folk, musicals, old pop eg Mamma Mia, California Dreaming, Pleasant & Delightful, Bohemian Rhapsody, Love is all around, Close to you
plus quick and easy songs/chants that become rounds.
Rachel is great - a very experienced teacher and musician - school, choirs, orchestra. She creates the arrangement and provides sheets for each part- usually 3.
She teaches 'by rote' ie no need to read the dots- but it can still be helpful. When you join you would have access to the member area on the website where there are audio tracks/her singing for each part - helps a great deal.
Practical stuff from Rachel
There are 2 sessions to help you fit the rehearsal into your schedule. We cover the same material in each session so if you can’t make your normal session you can always come to the other!
Afternoon session 2-3.30pm
Evening session 6-7.30pm
Starts 7th September
If you have questions for Rachel there is a contact form on the website.
See Home - Faringdon Community Choir
Skateboard event in Faringd on 17th August- 15/8/22
Active Communities - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
This summer, the Community Safety and Active Communities teams are working with partner organisations to deliver a series of free skate park sessions for young people.
The events, run by ATB skate shop, will include competitions, food and music, as well as other interactive activities and stalls featuring the local neighbourhood police, local registered social landlords and youth service providers. Anyone wanting to take part can just turn up on the day.
Peugeot site under offer - 8/8/22
See https://www.realla.ca/details/25947049
Play Day on 5th August report - 8/8/22
See document
Faringdon Library Temporary Closure - 6/8/22
The library will be closed from 5th September to November 2022 for refurbishment.
All existing loans will be extended. No fines will be incurred during the closure.
Cost of Living Grants Consultation - 6/8/22
https://oxfordshire.org/take-part-in-our-cost-of-living-grants-consultation/
To help answer these questions, we will run an online workshop on Wednesday 7th September at 1pm to consult with the local delivery organisations working directly in our communities. You can sign up to take part here. In addition, we invite local charitable organisations to complete our short survey, which we will keep open for as long as we can to accommodate the summer holidays. You can complete the survey here. We would value your feedback via one or both of these methods – whatever suits you.
We will use the feedback from the workshop and survey to finalise the terms of reference for the cost of living grants round, which open in the autumn or winter (dates TBC).
Works to Rail Bridge Botley road - 6/8/22
The rail bridge in Botley Road will need to be replaced as part of Network Rail’s plans to increase capacity at Oxford Train Station, with this leading to the complete closure of Botley Road.
The station is being expanded as it is ‘close to full capacity’, with services being increased from 2024.
A spokesperson for Network Rail told the Oxford Mail that both Botley Road and the station will be closed next summer.
While timings on how long the closure will last are unconfirmed, it is believed that it could be approximately three months.
The Network Rail spokesperson said: “We are currently in discussions with Oxfordshire County Council about our programme of work for the station, which is in the process of being finalised by our contractor, Kier.
“The key period for us on Botley Road will be next summer when we need to replace the bridge.
“This will mean the road and station will need to be completely closed. This is due to take place at the end of July or start of August.
“Ahead of that we will need to do preparation work, including the diversion of utility services. We are currently discussing all this with Oxfordshire County Council to establish best way of doing this.”
Lines in and out of Oxford Station are already set to be closed over four weekends in September and October, to facilitate the second phase of works to increase capacity.
This is currently set for the weekends of September 10-11, 17-18, and 24-25, plus October 1-2.
Buses will replace regular train services.
https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/20589628.everything-know-far-botley-road-oxford-station-three-month-closure/
Rebecca petitions for a splash park in Faringdon - 29/7/22
Vale of White Horse District Council has welcomed a petition presented by a 10-year-old and is encouraging other young people to get involved in local democracy.
Lizzie Pugh from Faringdon gave a presentation arguing the need for a new splash park at her hometown to the council’s Cabinet meeting on Friday 22 July.
In her presentation, Miss Pugh highlighted how other towns have splash parks but Faringdon doesn’t.
Read more
Council welcomes 10-year-old’s petition - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Faringdon Benches Trail Artist brief - 27/7/22
We are keen to hear from artists who could work with us to enhance creative wayfinding in Faringdon. We are looking for artists and crafts people to explore ideas, propose designs and create artistic benches (and potentially other artistic features such as totems, bollards and paving features) to assist with wayfinding leading from 4 residential areas into the market square.
See full brief. Deadline 1/8/22- extgended to 15/8/22
Roads in Market Sq Closed in August - 24/7/22
Date of Order: 1 August 2022
Coming into force: 8 August 2022
This Order is being introduced because of footway reconstruction around all sides of the Market square which is anticipated to be completed 26 August 2022. Works will operate between 07:00 and 19:00hrs weekdays.
The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding or waiting in all sides of Market Place and in Church Street to the junction with Swan Lane.
See Road closure: Faringdon, Market Place - Faringdon Town Council for more details
See Poster Board for changes to Faringdon Community Bus route
Community Bus- service changes - 17/7/22
FCB will be running the normal timetable tomorrow and Tuesday up to 11:00 at which time the service will cease. This is because of the extreme heat forecast, we don’t want to run the risk of the bus breaking down.
Normal full timetable will be resumed on Wednesday.
Barn Festival Great Coxwell - 15/7/22
September 17th and 18th
Faringdon Community Choir - 13/7/22
This Saturday in the Market Place it's the Faringdon Community Choir singing at 11am. This is the choir's first ever public performance.
Please do come down and support their performance.
Faringdon Street Angels have been at work again - 8/7/22
- this time the lower end of London St outside the shops. Hope you noticed the difference when you're in town
If you'd like to help out next time, email faringdonstreetangels@yahoo.com
Petition for a splashpool in Faringdon - 5/7/22
A resident and child of the town of Faringdon
I (Lizzie Pugh age 10) think it's time that we had our very own Splash Park just like Wantage, Witney and Abingdon do!
Please help me to show support for this idea so that I can take the evidence of support to our local councils and get myself and the other children of the down splashing!
Sign the petition
Faringdon Fire Station Have a go Day - 3/7/22
Some of you will remember our Cabinet Member Judith Heathcoat who always supported our fundraising events. Whilst Judith is no longer our Cabinet Member or, indeed a County Councillor, she remains a huge supporter and friend of the Fire family and, having followed the success of our fundraising for the Firefighters Charity and Ukraine, she has decided to get involved.
On Saturday 16th July as part of the Faringdon Fire Station Have A Go Day, Judith will be having her head shaved - yes you have really read this right! I am sure you will agree this is a massive gesture!
This will be happening at 11am. Obviously the aim is to raise as much money as possible to be shared between the two charities. If you are able to donate via the link below, I know that Judith will be incredibly grateful
https://www.collectionpot.com/pot/3004292/
FollyFest Community Project - 1/7/22
As most of you know, I am organising The Pump House Project community project for Faringdon's very own FollyFest this year.
The plan is to decorate 10cm x 10cm foam tiles with something that symbolises community to you or something you like about Faringdon, this could be buildings, clubs, pigeons!
You can pick up tiles from:
The tiles are going to be made into a display housed at TPHP for the community to see at FollyFest Weekend and as a permanent feature there after.
Do you have any free time and would like to get involved with a great cause?
We are still looking for volunteers to help out for any amount of time you can spare over the FollyFest weekend Fri 8th, Sat 9th, and Sun 10th July.
It is going to be fun and great for the community!
Email katie.pitts@thepumphouseproject.org.uk to enquire.
Faringdon Folly - 1/7/22
Super article and pictures about the Folly
Faringdon Tower, Faringdon, Oxfordshire (and a novel idea) – The Folly Flaneuse
Friday 9th September:
A quarter peal will be rung on All Saints bells in the evening to celebrate the wedding of Andrew Slater (one of the ringers) and Susanna Leslie the next day.
Jon Chamberlain
Shout out from Faringdon Folly - 31/8/22
We'd love to hear from you - what you love about the Folly, the things you do there, how often you've visited the Tower, how often you ( and your dog?) walk to the woodland.
Also what makes the Folly and woodland so special for you. What makes it important for Faringdon?
Do please email enquiries@ faringdonfolly.org.uk
This will help us so much when we apply for funding for the very extensive Tower renovations that are needed.
THANKYOU
Friends of the Folly
Eddie Williams (chair)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
Resuscitation Toolkit- 19/8/22
Good afternoon All
I am sending on to you the information below, and with reference to the attached content, concerning the message and learning that may help to save many lives from the impact of sudden cardiac arrest across our community.
You may choose how you wish to present the information through whatever digital channels might be available to the broadest possible audience, in order to get this message across, and indeed I have sent this information received by me today from SCAS, to those of you, who may be in the best position from within our own local community, to be able to spread the word and potentially giving us all an opportunity to be a ‘life-saver’!
Please feel free to adapt text that will be appropriate to spread this message (with of course appropriate factual accuracy), and feel free to use my name as a local reference and as a CFR (Community First Responder) in our local community, to be able to make that connection to those who may wish to learn more, or who may have some questions around the process and practicalities of Basic Life Support and the impact of SCA.
Thank you for your consideration and attention to this and please get back to me if you need more information or have any questions on the campaign content.
Kind regards
Malcolm malcolm.gee@sca-charity.org.uk
CFR – SCAS – Faringdon and District Team –
Chair – Faringdon PAD Committee –
Information about defibrillators in Faringdon can be found here
Financial support for pensioners - 16/8/22
Vale Council has a voucher scheme to help pay for essentials.
See www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/vale-of-white-horse-district-council/cost-of-living-crisis-advice-and-support/household-support-fund/
There is a form to complete online. or contact:
- Citizens Advice: Email: hsf.vale@osavcab.org.uk Telephone: 01235 750752
- Vale Community Impact: Email: hsf@vci.org.uk Telephone: 01235 355359
Faringdon Community Choir - new term starts 7th September- 16/8/22
Everyone welcome- no experience needed.
We sing folk, musicals, old pop eg Mamma Mia, California Dreaming, Pleasant & Delightful, Bohemian Rhapsody, Love is all around, Close to you
plus quick and easy songs/chants that become rounds.
Rachel is great - a very experienced teacher and musician - school, choirs, orchestra. She creates the arrangement and provides sheets for each part- usually 3.
She teaches 'by rote' ie no need to read the dots- but it can still be helpful. When you join you would have access to the member area on the website where there are audio tracks/her singing for each part - helps a great deal.
Practical stuff from Rachel
- Please do sign up for next term. It really helps me as it produces a spreadsheet for me with all the info of everyone - both current and new! here's the link https://forms.gle/a8cTcdVLAaTwEUZb7
- Do share it with any people you know who you think you might like to join next term.
- Do tell them that if they sign up they can just come for a single £4 session as a trial and then pay the rest if they fancy sticking with it! All the info on the term dates and how much to pay is on there.
There are 2 sessions to help you fit the rehearsal into your schedule. We cover the same material in each session so if you can’t make your normal session you can always come to the other!
Afternoon session 2-3.30pm
Evening session 6-7.30pm
Starts 7th September
If you have questions for Rachel there is a contact form on the website.
See Home - Faringdon Community Choir
Skateboard event in Faringd on 17th August- 15/8/22
Active Communities - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
This summer, the Community Safety and Active Communities teams are working with partner organisations to deliver a series of free skate park sessions for young people.
The events, run by ATB skate shop, will include competitions, food and music, as well as other interactive activities and stalls featuring the local neighbourhood police, local registered social landlords and youth service providers. Anyone wanting to take part can just turn up on the day.
- Wednesday 17 August – Faringdon – 1-4pm (SN7 8BF)
Peugeot site under offer - 8/8/22
See https://www.realla.ca/details/25947049
Play Day on 5th August report - 8/8/22
See document
Faringdon Library Temporary Closure - 6/8/22
The library will be closed from 5th September to November 2022 for refurbishment.
All existing loans will be extended. No fines will be incurred during the closure.
Cost of Living Grants Consultation - 6/8/22
https://oxfordshire.org/take-part-in-our-cost-of-living-grants-consultation/
To help answer these questions, we will run an online workshop on Wednesday 7th September at 1pm to consult with the local delivery organisations working directly in our communities. You can sign up to take part here. In addition, we invite local charitable organisations to complete our short survey, which we will keep open for as long as we can to accommodate the summer holidays. You can complete the survey here. We would value your feedback via one or both of these methods – whatever suits you.
We will use the feedback from the workshop and survey to finalise the terms of reference for the cost of living grants round, which open in the autumn or winter (dates TBC).
Works to Rail Bridge Botley road - 6/8/22
The rail bridge in Botley Road will need to be replaced as part of Network Rail’s plans to increase capacity at Oxford Train Station, with this leading to the complete closure of Botley Road.
The station is being expanded as it is ‘close to full capacity’, with services being increased from 2024.
A spokesperson for Network Rail told the Oxford Mail that both Botley Road and the station will be closed next summer.
While timings on how long the closure will last are unconfirmed, it is believed that it could be approximately three months.
The Network Rail spokesperson said: “We are currently in discussions with Oxfordshire County Council about our programme of work for the station, which is in the process of being finalised by our contractor, Kier.
“The key period for us on Botley Road will be next summer when we need to replace the bridge.
“This will mean the road and station will need to be completely closed. This is due to take place at the end of July or start of August.
“Ahead of that we will need to do preparation work, including the diversion of utility services. We are currently discussing all this with Oxfordshire County Council to establish best way of doing this.”
Lines in and out of Oxford Station are already set to be closed over four weekends in September and October, to facilitate the second phase of works to increase capacity.
This is currently set for the weekends of September 10-11, 17-18, and 24-25, plus October 1-2.
Buses will replace regular train services.
https://www.oxfordmail.co.uk/news/20589628.everything-know-far-botley-road-oxford-station-three-month-closure/
Rebecca petitions for a splash park in Faringdon - 29/7/22
Vale of White Horse District Council has welcomed a petition presented by a 10-year-old and is encouraging other young people to get involved in local democracy.
Lizzie Pugh from Faringdon gave a presentation arguing the need for a new splash park at her hometown to the council’s Cabinet meeting on Friday 22 July.
In her presentation, Miss Pugh highlighted how other towns have splash parks but Faringdon doesn’t.
Read more
Council welcomes 10-year-old’s petition - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Faringdon Benches Trail Artist brief - 27/7/22
We are keen to hear from artists who could work with us to enhance creative wayfinding in Faringdon. We are looking for artists and crafts people to explore ideas, propose designs and create artistic benches (and potentially other artistic features such as totems, bollards and paving features) to assist with wayfinding leading from 4 residential areas into the market square.
See full brief. Deadline 1/8/22- extgended to 15/8/22
Roads in Market Sq Closed in August - 24/7/22
Date of Order: 1 August 2022
Coming into force: 8 August 2022
This Order is being introduced because of footway reconstruction around all sides of the Market square which is anticipated to be completed 26 August 2022. Works will operate between 07:00 and 19:00hrs weekdays.
The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding or waiting in all sides of Market Place and in Church Street to the junction with Swan Lane.
See Road closure: Faringdon, Market Place - Faringdon Town Council for more details
See Poster Board for changes to Faringdon Community Bus route
Community Bus- service changes - 17/7/22
FCB will be running the normal timetable tomorrow and Tuesday up to 11:00 at which time the service will cease. This is because of the extreme heat forecast, we don’t want to run the risk of the bus breaking down.
Normal full timetable will be resumed on Wednesday.
Barn Festival Great Coxwell - 15/7/22
September 17th and 18th
Faringdon Community Choir - 13/7/22
This Saturday in the Market Place it's the Faringdon Community Choir singing at 11am. This is the choir's first ever public performance.
Please do come down and support their performance.
Faringdon Street Angels have been at work again - 8/7/22
- this time the lower end of London St outside the shops. Hope you noticed the difference when you're in town
If you'd like to help out next time, email faringdonstreetangels@yahoo.com
Petition for a splashpool in Faringdon - 5/7/22
A resident and child of the town of Faringdon
I (Lizzie Pugh age 10) think it's time that we had our very own Splash Park just like Wantage, Witney and Abingdon do!
Please help me to show support for this idea so that I can take the evidence of support to our local councils and get myself and the other children of the down splashing!
Sign the petition
Faringdon Fire Station Have a go Day - 3/7/22
Some of you will remember our Cabinet Member Judith Heathcoat who always supported our fundraising events. Whilst Judith is no longer our Cabinet Member or, indeed a County Councillor, she remains a huge supporter and friend of the Fire family and, having followed the success of our fundraising for the Firefighters Charity and Ukraine, she has decided to get involved.
On Saturday 16th July as part of the Faringdon Fire Station Have A Go Day, Judith will be having her head shaved - yes you have really read this right! I am sure you will agree this is a massive gesture!
This will be happening at 11am. Obviously the aim is to raise as much money as possible to be shared between the two charities. If you are able to donate via the link below, I know that Judith will be incredibly grateful
https://www.collectionpot.com/pot/3004292/
FollyFest Community Project - 1/7/22
As most of you know, I am organising The Pump House Project community project for Faringdon's very own FollyFest this year.
The plan is to decorate 10cm x 10cm foam tiles with something that symbolises community to you or something you like about Faringdon, this could be buildings, clubs, pigeons!
You can pick up tiles from:
- Faringdon Costa
- Tourist Information
- The Pump House Project
The tiles are going to be made into a display housed at TPHP for the community to see at FollyFest Weekend and as a permanent feature there after.
Do you have any free time and would like to get involved with a great cause?
We are still looking for volunteers to help out for any amount of time you can spare over the FollyFest weekend Fri 8th, Sat 9th, and Sun 10th July.
It is going to be fun and great for the community!
Email katie.pitts@thepumphouseproject.org.uk to enquire.
Faringdon Folly - 1/7/22
Super article and pictures about the Folly
Faringdon Tower, Faringdon, Oxfordshire (and a novel idea) – The Folly Flaneuse
Roads in Market Sq Closed in August - 24/6/22
Date of Order: 1 August 2022
Coming into force: 8 August 2022
This Order is being introduced because of footway reconstruction around all sides of the Market square which is anticipated to be completed 26 August 2022. Works will operate between 07:00 and 19:00hrs weekdays.
The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding or waiting in all sides of Market Place and in Church Street to the junction with Swan Lane.
See Road closure: Faringdon, Market Place - Faringdon Town Council for more details
Folly Tower Private Bookings - 21/6/22
Are you thinking about having a party or occasion at the Folly Tower this summer?
Available dates can be seen on https://www.faringdonfolly.org.uk/bookings.html as well as costs and conditions
FOLLY GO-ROUND RAISES OVER £1,000- 20/6/22
Volunteer Dave Thompson managed to circuit the famed landmark of Faringdon Folly 38 times on Sunday, raising just over £1,000 for the RNLI.
Dave, 77, says: "Conditions were perfect and it was great to see how much support the RNLI continues to enjoy even so far inland.
"Sincere thanks go to all those who contributed and helped both on the day itself and via JustGiving in the run-up."
The Faringdon branch is back on its feet after the worst of the pandemic but the average age of the committee is 76 and badly needs younger volunteers.
The 100-ft high Folly Tower is a noted Oxfordshire landmark and walking round so many times meant Dave covered about 10 miles in all.
Buskers this Saturday 18th - 17/6/22
This Saturday in the Market Place after the heatwave and hopefully dodging the showers it's something like this.
Al Cane
Folly Go round. Sunday June 19th- 17/6/22
Fund raising for the RNLI
The RNLI branch at Faringdon has plenty of plans for 2022 despite the committee's average age of 76 ! Dave, 76 himself, plans to walk round the well-know local landmark of Faringdon Folly as many times as possible on June 19.
Poster on Poster Notice Board
Crowdfunding to help the RNLI. on JustGiving
Faringdon Refill Shop now open - 16/6/22
It's in the former Cheese shop in the Cornmarket and looking lovely
Opening times and information on http://www.tribezerowaste.co.uk/faringdon-refill-shop/
Good Luck to Katy
Faringdon Library - Memories to share, 1950s -15/6/22
What were you doing in the 50's?
Starting school, work, going off to university...getting married? What were you doing on the day of the Coronation?
Please bring along your thoughts, hand written or typed, pictures, photos, or memorabilia.
They can be your own memories or those passed ‘along’
We hope to have them on display for Folly Fest/Jubilee Saturday 9th July 2022 and for the week following.
Contributions in by Friday 8th July.
Singing Retreat in Bampton in October - 15/6/22
Local singers are invited to take part in a weekend singing retreat this October in Bampton, Oxfordshire. Led by conductor Hannah Brine and guest conductor Patrick Barrett, singers will learn gorgeous songs in 3 and 4 (and sometimes more!) part harmony as well as meeting fun, like-minded people and indulging in delicious, hearty food. Music will range in style from traditional choral, to world, folk and pop.
DATES: Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th October 2022
TIMES: 5pm on Thursday until after lunch on Sunday
LOCATION: Windmill Farm, Bampton, Oxfordshire
To book or for more information please go to https://hannahbrine.co.uk/singing-retreat
Pavements in the Market Sq- 13/6/22
The word is that work will start early in August and will last about 2 weeks. Roads will be closed as specific places are done.
My understanding is that only the yellow/brown material will be replaced.
Ed
From Faringdon's Katy Scott in Women's Cycling Tour - 13/12/22
Katy posted this on Facebook
'Still can’t get over how cool yesterday’s The Women's Tour stage was on my home roads in Oxfordshire.
Heard my name from the side of the road constantly, and enjoyed it immensely.
The most special part was riding through the town I grew up and work in, Faringdon. The crowds were incredible, not biased at all but by far the best town we rode through all week .
Had so many questions about the pink pigeon flags My favourite was the one that make it on the Folly tower.
So thank you everyone for making it a special one, everyone in the peloton loved how many people came out to support us!'
The womens's cycle tour- 12/5/22
A super day in Faringdon yesterday. Music in the square - Julian from the Machine Breakers and Vanda White ( organised as always by Al Cane)
and the women cyclists speeding through the Square and on towards A420 and Fernham.
Lots of photos and videos on facebook. For those who don't use facebook you can find pics and videos on Women's Tour page of this site.
Ed
Faringdon Artistic Skaters - 11/6/22
Faringdon Artistic Skater. Eartha Peacock Age 9. Eartha is the New British Champion for Dance
Also came 2nd in the Freeskating British Championships.
The Event was held in Great Yarmouth over 4 days. Long and tough days.
Eartha had committed herself totally and trained 5 days a week over the time since lock down. Her work ethic is serving to none.
Eartha is now looking for sponsorship to start training now for next year.
If anyone would like to sponsor her however small it would be greatly appreciated
Mobile 07872955355
Her sister Marla competes in the July British championships
Congratulations to Eartha and good luck to Marla
Dee England
Music in the Market Square and the Women's Cycle tour
Saturday 11th
https://www.womenstour.co.uk/stages/stage-6/
Earth & Faith WALKING TOUR OF FARINGDON CHURCH GARDENS AND GRAVEYARDS, Saturday 25th June. - 10/6/22
Nothing gloomy or ghoulish on this walk! Come and discover some hidden corners of the town. See how graveyards and church gardens have become places of peace and history, and safe havens for nature. For full details see poster
20mph in Faringdon - 9/6/22
Just noticed that 20mph speed limit signs put up through the town centre. What a waste of time and money, very rare that anyone can travel above 20 mph anyway through the town.
Who is going to enforce it anyway.
The parking is still an issue, so it is impossible to speed anyway. The money would have been better spent on the awful pavements Instead.
Roger Watts
PAINT THE TOWN PINK: WOMENS TOUR COMING THROUGH FARINGDON!
Saturday 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
also the buskers - see poster notice board
Litter Survey from VWHDC - 9/6/22
Litter pickers urged to join the councils' litter mapping project - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire district councils have launched a joint litter mapping project aimed at identifying where and what type of items are littered, this information will then be used to target those areas.
The summer-long survey, which launches today, asks litter pickers to record the location and types of litter either online using our survey or by post using a set number of criteria available on our website.
Folly Go round. Sunday June 19th- 5/6/22
Fund raising for the RNLI
The RNLI branch at Faringdon has plenty of plans for 2022 despite the committee's average age of 76 ! Dave, 76 himself, plans to walk round the well-know local landmark of Faringdon Folly as many times as possible on June 19.
Poster on Poster Notice Board
Crowdfunding to help the RNLI. on JustGiving
Photos and Videos - 4/6/22
I've loaded more photos and some videos of the beacon lighting and the parade
Platinum Jubilee 2022 - Faringdon Community Website.
Ed
Date of Order: 1 August 2022
Coming into force: 8 August 2022
This Order is being introduced because of footway reconstruction around all sides of the Market square which is anticipated to be completed 26 August 2022. Works will operate between 07:00 and 19:00hrs weekdays.
The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding or waiting in all sides of Market Place and in Church Street to the junction with Swan Lane.
See Road closure: Faringdon, Market Place - Faringdon Town Council for more details
Folly Tower Private Bookings - 21/6/22
Are you thinking about having a party or occasion at the Folly Tower this summer?
Available dates can be seen on https://www.faringdonfolly.org.uk/bookings.html as well as costs and conditions
FOLLY GO-ROUND RAISES OVER £1,000- 20/6/22
Volunteer Dave Thompson managed to circuit the famed landmark of Faringdon Folly 38 times on Sunday, raising just over £1,000 for the RNLI.
Dave, 77, says: "Conditions were perfect and it was great to see how much support the RNLI continues to enjoy even so far inland.
"Sincere thanks go to all those who contributed and helped both on the day itself and via JustGiving in the run-up."
The Faringdon branch is back on its feet after the worst of the pandemic but the average age of the committee is 76 and badly needs younger volunteers.
The 100-ft high Folly Tower is a noted Oxfordshire landmark and walking round so many times meant Dave covered about 10 miles in all.
- If you'd like to volunteer and can spare a few hours now and again to help fundraising please contact Dave on 07825-168750
- To donate to the RNLI go to: Donate to the RNLI and help save lives at sea
Buskers this Saturday 18th - 17/6/22
This Saturday in the Market Place after the heatwave and hopefully dodging the showers it's something like this.
- 10.30 Cameron Jones plays his flute
- 11 Trevor Yeo brings his guitar and voice to the square.
- 12 Julian from the MachineBreakers
Al Cane
Folly Go round. Sunday June 19th- 17/6/22
Fund raising for the RNLI
The RNLI branch at Faringdon has plenty of plans for 2022 despite the committee's average age of 76 ! Dave, 76 himself, plans to walk round the well-know local landmark of Faringdon Folly as many times as possible on June 19.
Poster on Poster Notice Board
Crowdfunding to help the RNLI. on JustGiving
Faringdon Refill Shop now open - 16/6/22
It's in the former Cheese shop in the Cornmarket and looking lovely
Opening times and information on http://www.tribezerowaste.co.uk/faringdon-refill-shop/
Good Luck to Katy
Faringdon Library - Memories to share, 1950s -15/6/22
What were you doing in the 50's?
Starting school, work, going off to university...getting married? What were you doing on the day of the Coronation?
Please bring along your thoughts, hand written or typed, pictures, photos, or memorabilia.
They can be your own memories or those passed ‘along’
We hope to have them on display for Folly Fest/Jubilee Saturday 9th July 2022 and for the week following.
Contributions in by Friday 8th July.
Singing Retreat in Bampton in October - 15/6/22
Local singers are invited to take part in a weekend singing retreat this October in Bampton, Oxfordshire. Led by conductor Hannah Brine and guest conductor Patrick Barrett, singers will learn gorgeous songs in 3 and 4 (and sometimes more!) part harmony as well as meeting fun, like-minded people and indulging in delicious, hearty food. Music will range in style from traditional choral, to world, folk and pop.
DATES: Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th October 2022
TIMES: 5pm on Thursday until after lunch on Sunday
LOCATION: Windmill Farm, Bampton, Oxfordshire
To book or for more information please go to https://hannahbrine.co.uk/singing-retreat
Pavements in the Market Sq- 13/6/22
The word is that work will start early in August and will last about 2 weeks. Roads will be closed as specific places are done.
My understanding is that only the yellow/brown material will be replaced.
Ed
From Faringdon's Katy Scott in Women's Cycling Tour - 13/12/22
Katy posted this on Facebook
'Still can’t get over how cool yesterday’s The Women's Tour stage was on my home roads in Oxfordshire.
Heard my name from the side of the road constantly, and enjoyed it immensely.
The most special part was riding through the town I grew up and work in, Faringdon. The crowds were incredible, not biased at all but by far the best town we rode through all week .
Had so many questions about the pink pigeon flags My favourite was the one that make it on the Folly tower.
So thank you everyone for making it a special one, everyone in the peloton loved how many people came out to support us!'
The womens's cycle tour- 12/5/22
A super day in Faringdon yesterday. Music in the square - Julian from the Machine Breakers and Vanda White ( organised as always by Al Cane)
and the women cyclists speeding through the Square and on towards A420 and Fernham.
Lots of photos and videos on facebook. For those who don't use facebook you can find pics and videos on Women's Tour page of this site.
Ed
Faringdon Artistic Skaters - 11/6/22
Faringdon Artistic Skater. Eartha Peacock Age 9. Eartha is the New British Champion for Dance
Also came 2nd in the Freeskating British Championships.
The Event was held in Great Yarmouth over 4 days. Long and tough days.
Eartha had committed herself totally and trained 5 days a week over the time since lock down. Her work ethic is serving to none.
Eartha is now looking for sponsorship to start training now for next year.
If anyone would like to sponsor her however small it would be greatly appreciated
Mobile 07872955355
Her sister Marla competes in the July British championships
Congratulations to Eartha and good luck to Marla
Dee England
Music in the Market Square and the Women's Cycle tour
Saturday 11th
https://www.womenstour.co.uk/stages/stage-6/
Earth & Faith WALKING TOUR OF FARINGDON CHURCH GARDENS AND GRAVEYARDS, Saturday 25th June. - 10/6/22
Nothing gloomy or ghoulish on this walk! Come and discover some hidden corners of the town. See how graveyards and church gardens have become places of peace and history, and safe havens for nature. For full details see poster
20mph in Faringdon - 9/6/22
Just noticed that 20mph speed limit signs put up through the town centre. What a waste of time and money, very rare that anyone can travel above 20 mph anyway through the town.
Who is going to enforce it anyway.
The parking is still an issue, so it is impossible to speed anyway. The money would have been better spent on the awful pavements Instead.
Roger Watts
PAINT THE TOWN PINK: WOMENS TOUR COMING THROUGH FARINGDON!
Saturday 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
also the buskers - see poster notice board
Litter Survey from VWHDC - 9/6/22
Litter pickers urged to join the councils' litter mapping project - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire district councils have launched a joint litter mapping project aimed at identifying where and what type of items are littered, this information will then be used to target those areas.
The summer-long survey, which launches today, asks litter pickers to record the location and types of litter either online using our survey or by post using a set number of criteria available on our website.
Folly Go round. Sunday June 19th- 5/6/22
Fund raising for the RNLI
The RNLI branch at Faringdon has plenty of plans for 2022 despite the committee's average age of 76 ! Dave, 76 himself, plans to walk round the well-know local landmark of Faringdon Folly as many times as possible on June 19.
Poster on Poster Notice Board
Crowdfunding to help the RNLI. on JustGiving
Photos and Videos - 4/6/22
I've loaded more photos and some videos of the beacon lighting and the parade
Platinum Jubilee 2022 - Faringdon Community Website.
Ed
Street Party.- 4/6/22
This posting is a massive thank you to all those who organised our Westland Road Street Party.
From the congratulations I received, you would think it had been laid on to celebrate my birthday but, I hasten to add,of course it had not, it was to honour our Queen's Platinum Jubilee.and an excellent occasion they made it.
Ladies and gentlemen My Congratulations and many thanks.
Dennis Haynes
This posting is a massive thank you to all those who organised our Westland Road Street Party.
From the congratulations I received, you would think it had been laid on to celebrate my birthday but, I hasten to add,of course it had not, it was to honour our Queen's Platinum Jubilee.and an excellent occasion they made it.
Ladies and gentlemen My Congratulations and many thanks.
Dennis Haynes
Marlborough St- no parking - 4/6/22
Parking suspended for the womens cycle tour coming through Faringdon.
From 18.00 June 10th to 1500 June 11th
Parking suspended for the womens cycle tour coming through Faringdon.
From 18.00 June 10th to 1500 June 11th
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Jubilee - 3/6/22
Love our buildings being lit. There are lots more pictures of decorated buildings round town on https://www.faringdon.org/platinum-jubilee-2022.html |
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Birthday greetings.- 2/6/22
As further proof that the Devil looks after his own, Dennis has recently celebrated his ninetieth birthday. Dennis would like to thank all those, especially the ladies who offered congratulations on his birthday and to reassure them that, although the thatch may be thin, the fire still burns brightly.
Thank you all very much.
Dennis (Name supplied)
ED: Happy Birthday Dennis
Park Road.- 2/6/22
Relax Faringdon residents; this is not another smartass anonymous posting from Name Supplied about the Park Road works. It is a big thank you to those responsible for clearing the foliage from the short cut between Highworth Road and Westland Road.
A superb job Ladies and gentlemen . Many thanks..
Dennis Haynes
Re: Park Road - 31/5/22
I heard the Park Road traffic lights described on the travel news as temporary the other day - and they say there's no good comedy on the radio any more.
Name Supplied
Park Road - 31/5/22
The Colosseum took six to eight years to construct. Crossrail, thirteen years...Park road? somewhere in between I suspect.
Name Supplied.
Park Road.- 29/5/22
To answer Simon Jones, c’mon be serious, it can’t be finished just yet, as none of the utilities, gas, electric, water, have had a chance to dig up, in turn, what has been laid, and to leave it in a condition that is worse than before it all started.
Name supplied.
Faringdon Community Awards - 28/5/22
See Winners of the Faringdon Community Awards 2022 - Faringdon Town Council
A Comment - 28/5/22
Just a quick question, are the contractors on Park Road attempting to take as long as the builders of La Sagrada Família.
My Grandfather moves faster than them and he died in the 1960's.
Simon Jones
Support for business? - 25/5/22
Hello, Faringdon and those near us, and business owners (existing businesses and those planning a business), if there was a support scheme in Faringdon to help you grow your business would you use it?
Offering support on sales, marketing, account, networking and any other business support?
I am just trying to find out if there is a need at this stage.
Julie@juliefarmer.co.uk
Application to build a retirement home on old Tetronic site and adjacent properties - 22/5/22
see Planning Application P22/V0987/FUL (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
It's important to consider the impact of this 3 storey building on the surrounding properties.
Car access is from Canada Lane
A part of it is a 3 storey building.
Ed
Your opinion wanted about Live music in the Corn Exchange - 22/5/22
Message from Faringdon Town Council:
We are keen to gather the views of Faringdon residents on live music at the Corn Exchange.
Please click on the following secure link and complete the questionnaire, we really want to hear from you.
Thank you.
https://forms.office.com/r/CtwpVmkYaT
June 3rd
Free showing of A Royal Night Out
Corn Exchange
See poster
Films in June - 20/5/22
We have three films this month, including a Queen's Jubilee Special event which is FREE!
MATINEE FILM : Weds 1 June - The Courier (12A)
(2020 - Drama, History, Thriller)
Businessman Greville Wynne is asked by a Russian source to try to put an end to the Cuban Missile Crisis
Film duration: 1 hours 52 mins (no interval)
Doors open 12.30pm, film at 1.00pm
QUEEN'S JUBILEE SPECIAL - Fri 3 June - A Royal Night Out (12A)
(2015 - Comedy, Drama, Romance)
On V.E. Day in 1945, as peace extends across Europe, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret are allowed out to join the celebrations. It is a night full of excitement, danger and the first flutters of romance
Film duration: 1 hour 37 mins
Doors open 7.00pm, film starts 7.30pm
BLOCKBUSTER FILM: Fri 24 June - Spencer (12A)
(2021 - Biography, Drama)
Diana Spencer, struggling with mental health problems during her Christmas holidays with the Royal Family at their Sandringham estate in Norfolk, decides to end her decade-long marriage to Prince Charles
Film duration: 1 hr 57 mins plus 15 min interval
Doors open 7.00pm, film starts 7.30pm
Ken Watson Funeral - 20/5/22
Sadly Ken has died. His funeral is on 24th May
https://kennyken.muchloved.com/
Community Awards - 19/5/22
Clive Davies Award: Peter King Covid Vaccination Volunteer
Group: Pump House project
Business: Sadlers
Community Volunteers: Covid Vaccination Centre
Environmental Champion : Katy Louise Herring (Tribe)
Special awards to Mairead Boyce and Roddy Benson for the huge contribution to the community
Become a Community Library Volunteer - 14/5/22
your help is needed at Faringdon Library
https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/.../community-library...
Record Fair on Sat 7th - 8/5/22
The Square was buzzing with people yesterday, for Al Canes's music and record fair. Some new stalls too.
Record Fair raised over £300 for the Food Bank
Isn't Faringdon lucky to have Al Cane
Repair Cafes - 7/5/22
Pump House 10am-1pm
May 29th, June 26th, July 31st
Faringdon Whist Club welcomes new members.- 6/5/22
Meeting in The Old Town Hall every Tuesday afternoon at 1:45pm.
Cost: £3.50 plus a small raffle prize. Tea and biscuits at half time.
Contact David tel: 243130 for details
Annual Town Meeting and Community Awards presentation- May 18th - 1/5/22
Corn Exchange 7pm - 9pm
This a meeting for the residents of Faringdon, run by Faringdon Town Council
On the agenda: Cleaner, greener Faringdon, Parking, residents parking, Car share scheme, Plastic free, prohibition of Nuclear arms.
plus anything those at the meeting wish to discuss.
Do come - it's a chance to have your say
As further proof that the Devil looks after his own, Dennis has recently celebrated his ninetieth birthday. Dennis would like to thank all those, especially the ladies who offered congratulations on his birthday and to reassure them that, although the thatch may be thin, the fire still burns brightly.
Thank you all very much.
Dennis (Name supplied)
ED: Happy Birthday Dennis
Park Road.- 2/6/22
Relax Faringdon residents; this is not another smartass anonymous posting from Name Supplied about the Park Road works. It is a big thank you to those responsible for clearing the foliage from the short cut between Highworth Road and Westland Road.
A superb job Ladies and gentlemen . Many thanks..
Dennis Haynes
Re: Park Road - 31/5/22
I heard the Park Road traffic lights described on the travel news as temporary the other day - and they say there's no good comedy on the radio any more.
Name Supplied
Park Road - 31/5/22
The Colosseum took six to eight years to construct. Crossrail, thirteen years...Park road? somewhere in between I suspect.
Name Supplied.
Park Road.- 29/5/22
To answer Simon Jones, c’mon be serious, it can’t be finished just yet, as none of the utilities, gas, electric, water, have had a chance to dig up, in turn, what has been laid, and to leave it in a condition that is worse than before it all started.
Name supplied.
Faringdon Community Awards - 28/5/22
See Winners of the Faringdon Community Awards 2022 - Faringdon Town Council
A Comment - 28/5/22
Just a quick question, are the contractors on Park Road attempting to take as long as the builders of La Sagrada Família.
My Grandfather moves faster than them and he died in the 1960's.
Simon Jones
Support for business? - 25/5/22
Hello, Faringdon and those near us, and business owners (existing businesses and those planning a business), if there was a support scheme in Faringdon to help you grow your business would you use it?
Offering support on sales, marketing, account, networking and any other business support?
I am just trying to find out if there is a need at this stage.
Julie@juliefarmer.co.uk
Application to build a retirement home on old Tetronic site and adjacent properties - 22/5/22
see Planning Application P22/V0987/FUL (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
It's important to consider the impact of this 3 storey building on the surrounding properties.
Car access is from Canada Lane
A part of it is a 3 storey building.
Ed
Your opinion wanted about Live music in the Corn Exchange - 22/5/22
Message from Faringdon Town Council:
We are keen to gather the views of Faringdon residents on live music at the Corn Exchange.
Please click on the following secure link and complete the questionnaire, we really want to hear from you.
Thank you.
https://forms.office.com/r/CtwpVmkYaT
June 3rd
Free showing of A Royal Night Out
Corn Exchange
See poster
Films in June - 20/5/22
We have three films this month, including a Queen's Jubilee Special event which is FREE!
MATINEE FILM : Weds 1 June - The Courier (12A)
(2020 - Drama, History, Thriller)
Businessman Greville Wynne is asked by a Russian source to try to put an end to the Cuban Missile Crisis
Film duration: 1 hours 52 mins (no interval)
Doors open 12.30pm, film at 1.00pm
QUEEN'S JUBILEE SPECIAL - Fri 3 June - A Royal Night Out (12A)
(2015 - Comedy, Drama, Romance)
On V.E. Day in 1945, as peace extends across Europe, Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret are allowed out to join the celebrations. It is a night full of excitement, danger and the first flutters of romance
Film duration: 1 hour 37 mins
Doors open 7.00pm, film starts 7.30pm
BLOCKBUSTER FILM: Fri 24 June - Spencer (12A)
(2021 - Biography, Drama)
Diana Spencer, struggling with mental health problems during her Christmas holidays with the Royal Family at their Sandringham estate in Norfolk, decides to end her decade-long marriage to Prince Charles
Film duration: 1 hr 57 mins plus 15 min interval
Doors open 7.00pm, film starts 7.30pm
Ken Watson Funeral - 20/5/22
Sadly Ken has died. His funeral is on 24th May
https://kennyken.muchloved.com/
Community Awards - 19/5/22
Clive Davies Award: Peter King Covid Vaccination Volunteer
Group: Pump House project
Business: Sadlers
Community Volunteers: Covid Vaccination Centre
Environmental Champion : Katy Louise Herring (Tribe)
Special awards to Mairead Boyce and Roddy Benson for the huge contribution to the community
Become a Community Library Volunteer - 14/5/22
your help is needed at Faringdon Library
https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/.../community-library...
Record Fair on Sat 7th - 8/5/22
The Square was buzzing with people yesterday, for Al Canes's music and record fair. Some new stalls too.
Record Fair raised over £300 for the Food Bank
Isn't Faringdon lucky to have Al Cane
Repair Cafes - 7/5/22
Pump House 10am-1pm
May 29th, June 26th, July 31st
Faringdon Whist Club welcomes new members.- 6/5/22
Meeting in The Old Town Hall every Tuesday afternoon at 1:45pm.
Cost: £3.50 plus a small raffle prize. Tea and biscuits at half time.
Contact David tel: 243130 for details
Annual Town Meeting and Community Awards presentation- May 18th - 1/5/22
Corn Exchange 7pm - 9pm
This a meeting for the residents of Faringdon, run by Faringdon Town Council
On the agenda: Cleaner, greener Faringdon, Parking, residents parking, Car share scheme, Plastic free, prohibition of Nuclear arms.
plus anything those at the meeting wish to discuss.
Do come - it's a chance to have your say
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Bollards in the Square - 29/4/22
Not all done yet - but already looking good. Scroll through the photos on the right Have a wander round while the Buskers are playing. Bollard launch on May 14th morning |
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Folly Tower closed Sunday May 1st - 29/4/22
The Tower will be closed the May 1st - the first Sunday of the month, BUT it will be open 11-5pm on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May
Opening Times - Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland
The Tower will be closed the May 1st - the first Sunday of the month, BUT it will be open 11-5pm on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May
Opening Times - Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland
Faringdon Street Angels have been at work again - 28/4/22
We've done outside the Volunteer and Red Lion and in front of the Corn Exchange.
Looking good
Volunteers helping to keep Faringdon cleaner & greener
Street Plan with Street names.- 28/4/22
South of Park Road- 277 houses
Open this file
The Bollard Launch (!) - 28/4/22
Our town's bollards are getting prepped for some local, creative designs that will be installed soon.
Join us in the Market Place for 'The Bollard Launch'(!)
Sat 14 May 11am-1pm with music organised by Al Cane. Thank you to all who were involved.
FTC
Street Party Road Closure - 28/4/22
If you and your neighbours are planning a street party for this year’s Platinum Jubilee, you’ll need to apply for a road closure permit by this Saturday 30 April.
You can find out more on our website whitehorsedc.gov.uk/streetparty
Buskers in the Market Square.- 28/4/22
Live busking sessions return to the Market Place from 10 to 1pm
All helping to raise money for the Red Cross Ukraine Emergency Appeal.
See who's performing Sat 30th April
Re no-mow May - 28/4/22
The usual trumpet-blowing. People have been campaigning for road verges not to be mown for at least the last 40 years.
Mary Beck
No Mow May - Vale Council - 27/4/22
Read all about it!
Councils to let wildflowers bloom during No Mow May - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
FREE webinar - Understanding the cost of living crisis - 27/4/22
OCF webinar: Understanding the cost of living crisis in Oxfordshire Tickets, Wed 4 May 2022 at 14:00 | Eventbrite
Street names for the Sandshill Estate.- 26/4/22
All but one taken from the war memorial
Bailey Close
Powell Close
Brickell Way
Goodbody Close
Kebble Way
Hill End
Preston Place
McDonald Place
Betterton Close
Page Gardens
Mulford Place
Proctor Way and Stepp Lane already exist
Concert, this Saturday 30th , Buscot Park - 25/4/22
Ben Shoeman on piano- Bach, Lizst, Debussy, Schubert, Schuman
programme (buscotconcerts.co.uk)
Return of Equipment - 25/4/22
If you have been loaned equipment that you no longer need, please hand it back, and help us get this equipment to the people who need it.
We need the following items: wheeled commodes, walking and toilet frames, crutches, male urinals, and perching stools.
Please note: make sure the item has an NRS/ Millbrook sticker and barcode.
Call NRS Healthcare on 01869 225 420 to arrange a collection.
Lines open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Or email enquiries@oxfordshire.nrs-uk.net.
Items can also be dropped off at the NRS depot (Unit 8 Longlands Road OX26 5AH) or at any of the CSS Centres: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/sites/default/files/file/adult-social-and-health-care/CSSCentres.pdf
Folly Tower closed Sunday May 1st - 25/4/22
The Tower will be closed the 1st Sunday of the month, BUT it will be open 11-5pm on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May
Opening Times - Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland
Faringdon Town Centre Pavements - 25/4/22
We get more complaints about the footpaths in the town centre than any other topic. Residents feel forgotten and we have all been let down by "promised" works that never materialised.
We have been working hard to lobby the county to make sure they are repaired and our town centre is brought up to standard. We have also joined forces with residents like Lucy to make sure this issue is kept in the spotlight. Together, we have created a petition to present to council and make sure we get this work to happen, in Faringdon. If you would like to add your name, click on the link below.
https://www.oxonlibdems.uk/faringdon_footpaths
Vale Councillors
New S6 timetable - 24/4/22
Attached
Looks like more frequent evening buses and some after midnight
Sing with Faringdon Community Choir - 21/4/22
Faringdon Community Choir have had a fabulous term of great music making.
We start rehearsals again on Wednesday 4th May.
Take a look at our website for more info www.faringdoncommunitychoir.org.uk and sign up for the next term.
We would love to have some new members.
Men especially appreciated - but we are happy to welcome anyone who loves to sing!
Rachel Williams
Clarinet Collective concert on Saturday 21st May at 6.30 pm in St. Mary’s church, Longcot- 19/4/22
The Clarinet Collective is a versatile group of professional clarinettists who also work freelance with some of London’s leading orchestras. They are delighted to be giving another concert in St. Mary’s church, Longcot on Saturday 21st May.
The concert will start at 6.30 pm and there will be a bar for drinks from 6 pm. The theme is ‘Rose, Leek, Thistle and Shamrock’ and the programme will include music from all four parts of the UK, in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
There will be works by English composers through the ages, from Byrd and Purcell to Vaughan Williams and Elgar, also some twentieth century pieces inspired by Celtic and English folk music. At the other end of the musical spectrum we have some lighter numbers, including ‘In Party Mood’ by Jack Strachey, which was the ever-popular theme tune for BBC radio’s Housewives Choice in the year of the coronation of Elizabeth II.
Admission free with a retiring collection, however all places should be reserved in advance by email to victorialmedcalf@gmail.com.
Profits will go to the Longcot Village Trust fund to support future community projects.
More action from Street Angels - 17/4/22
We've done around trees near Lechlade road mini roundabout, and outside the library (pics here)
We'll be out and about again after Easter. If you want to be on the list (come when you can) do email me genewebb@rocketmail.com.
Much of what we do should be done by The Vale/Biffa so if there are places you think need attention you can report it via https://www.fixmystreet.com/ (choose street cleaning). There's desktop version and an app.
Re, Building of 95 houses on former Rogers Concrete Site.- 13/4/22
I would like to reassure "Faringdon resident of forty six years" and "Grumpy old man" that the building of houses on the Rogers Concrete Site will not be the "wreckage" and "utter ruination" of Faringdon. This really is doom mongering on a breathtaking scale. Faringdon is evolving as is every other part of our country. As a Faringdonian born and bred I have seen all this before, every change is looked on with despondency and despair and prophecies of the Armageddon to follow, but, please believe me, it won't happen;
Faringdon will continue to be what it has always been, a nice little town in a nice part of the country in which we are fortunate to live..
Dennis.
Faringdon resident for the last ninety years
95 houses, pavements and parking.- 13/4/22
It’s nice to know that there are people in Faringdon with the same views as myself about the expansion of the town.
Several months ago, I was ridiculed by several people when I posted a view that ‘Faringdon is full’. It is full. The expansion is fuelled by greed for as much money as possible to pass into the councils coffers. The town is decaying rapidly, which started several years ago. It didn’t help when Tesco opened, and basically killed the footfall in the town centre. The addition of Waitrose and Aldi, only added to the decay. There used to be a number of good independent shops. Not any more.
With all the new homes being built, where are the occupants going to work. Not in Faringdon, as there is nowhere to work. Which means that people will get into their cars and travel, probably Swindon or Oxford. So much for getting people out of their cars. They Will not, in the main, be electric cars, as these are far too expensive for many people.
On the subject of pavements. OCC 12/4/22, I do not believe for one minute that the pavements are inspected every month. If they are then somebody is not doing their job as they should. The pavements are a disgrace, and in parts, dangerous.
Regarding parking, I know where the attendants are not, and that is in Faringdon. I have said previously, why do the council not introduce parking permits for residents, backed up by an attendant, if one exists.
Instead, the council would sooner waste our money on installing bike racks, which nobody has ever seen used.
I despair for the future of the town, which is a great shame, but a fact.
Resident for 34years.
Name supplied.
Help to get back on your bike? - 13/4/22
Needing some help to get back on your bike? Feeling a little anxious about cycling?
Come and join our small group and learn to cycle confidently again.
Led by experienced British Cycling registered Ride Leaders, David and Lyn Williamson
Meet in Southampton St car park near the back of the bike shop at 10am Friday 15th April.
Any questions, or more information, Confidence Ride or email: cycle@farcycles.org.uk
Womens Cycle Tour will come through Faringdon - 13/4/22
Witness the thrill of elite cycling in the Vale of White Horse
People will be able to witness the thrill of elite professional cycling when the Women’s Tour returns to the Vale of White Horse on Saturday 11 June.
Following successful events in 2019 and 2021, this will be the final year that The Women’s Tour will visit Oxfordshire, following a three-year partnership with race organiser SweetSpot. For 2022, the county will host the sixth and final stage of the Tour in what promises to be a spectacular finale.
On the day, the riders will race through the Vale’s three towns - Faringdon, Wantage and Abingdon - as well as nearby countryside and villages, giving a great opportunity for thousands of people to see the action. Villages on the route include: Little Coxwell, Fernham, Uffington, the Hendreds, Harwell, Radley and Kennington.
Communities across the district are being encouraged to mark the occasion - this could be as simple as lining the route to cheer the riders on, putting up bunting, flags, or cycling inspired artwork, creating a cycling themed window display or having cycling themed events.
To see the full route map visit whitehorsedc.gov.uk/womenstour. or https://www.womenstour.co.uk/stages/stage-6/
RE 95 houses to be built on Rogers Concrete site -13/4/22
We totally agree with Faringdon resident of 46 years. Utter ruination of Faringdon and other towns and villages is happening before our eyes. Its also a shame that friends and neighbours have already left our Town because of this.
Regards Grumpy Old Man.
Faringdon's pavements- 12/4/22
Regarding the footway surfaces around the Town Centre of Faringdon
Our Highways Maintenance team are aware of the current condition of the footways and are finalising the details of the maintenance operations around this major project.
I can confirm the long-term remedial repairs to the footways in the Faringdon Town Centre are estimated to be carried out later this year and expect this to be in July/August 2022.
It is anticipated that the duration of the works will be approximately four weeks from the start date, which is yet to be confirmed.
In relation to areas of safety, the Town Centre is regularly inspected (monthly) by one of our Highway Officers and any defective areas or issues that fall within the criteria for intervention will have appropriate works orders raised to deal with the defects.
I would like to reassure you that the area will continue to be monitored until long-term remedial works are undertaken.
Head of Service - Highway Maintenance
Oxfordshire County Council
RE 95 houses to be built on Rogers Concrete site- 12/4/22
It’s such a shame the Vale Of White Horse has let Martins properties LTD from London planing permission to build 95 house and only 15,000 square meters of commercial building that would only employ 15-24 people maximum, This land has been earmarked for twenty years for commercial use only. Yes it’s lovely the VOWH has made clear the developer Martins properties LTD has to contribute money to schools and sport and leisure/health and art?
Ok Faringdon is Now officially full and there is no employment the town is a wreck and falling down around your eyes, So when the school leavers leave school/six form, Where are they going to work VOWH? They all can’t all do windscreen cleaning on the vehicles gridlocked on the A420.
On a brighter note when the new homes houses start crumbling down and be knocked down, there will room for commercial units build in there place.
Faringdon used to be a nice small market town area with a lovely quiet atmosphere.
There was a Lot of interest from small companies regarding buying parts of the land for employment, I myself- but the agent didn’t want to know or pass the information on..
Thank you VOWH planners you have wrecked another Oxfordshire town... When you visit Faringdon in fives years time you will hang your head in shame.
Regards
Faringdon resident for forty six years.
Farcycles Cycling Safely Course for children of 9-13 still has places. 19-22 April (just after Easter) - 12/4/22
Your children will achieve confidence to cycle safely by the end of the course
We teach the children in a protected environment at the Faringdon Cycle Park where they learn how to cycle safely and negotiate junctions correctly.
Every morning 10.30 - 12, Tuesday 19th April - Friday 22nd April
The children have a lot of fun and come out at the end with improved confidence to ride their bikes.
All teaching is by qualified instructors from Farcycles, Faringdon's community cycling group.
For more information and to sign up:
Cycling Safely Course
Buskers return to the Market Square. - 11/4/22
Live busking sessions return to the Market Place on Easter Saturday 16th April from 10 to 1pm with three solo performers - Mike Wilkins on tenor sax, David Reynolds playing atmospheric instrumentals on guitar and Paul Moody on voice and guitar.
All helping to raise money for the Red Cross Ukraine Emergency Appeal.
Faringdon Welcomes Buskers aims to put on live music on a Saturday morning in the Market Place twice a month.
Al Cane
95 houses to be built on Rogers Concrete site - 10/4/22
This site was originally earmarked for employment.
See Decision notice and details of developer contributions to schools/sport/leisure/health/art in the s106 agreement
White Horse Practice Patient Participation Group (PPG) Open Evening Thurs April 14th - 8/4/22
If you are interested in having a say in how your local GP services are delivered, then getting involved with our Patient Participation Group (PPG) is a great way to start.
PPG’s are made up of a group of volunteer patients, the management administrator and one or more of our GPs, who meet face to face or online to discuss what’s on offer and how improvements can be made to benefit both the patients and the practice.
If you’re interested in joining the PPG, come along to our open evening to find out more on Thursday 14th April 18:15-19:15, light refreshments will be provided.
For more information or to express your interest in attending the open evening, please contact michelle.cozens@nhs.net
Faringdon Communnity Awards 2022 - 7/4/22
You can read information about those on the shortlist and find a voting form on Faringdon Community Awards 2022 - Faringdon Town Council
Presentations will be at the Town Meeting on Wed 18th May
Parking enforcement - 6/4/22
When are things going to improve & something done about illegal parking.
I use a mobility scooter. When I go into town & try to go up London street I cannot use the footpath because of cars parked on the footpath. It’s to dangerous to go on the road.
No thought is given to Mums pushing a pram or buggy. Wheelchair users etc., have the same problem. Something has to be done.
Name supplied
Ed: You can report it to Oxfordshire County Council on Reporting an illegally parked vehicle | Oxfordshire County Council
Daffodils - 5/4/22
The daffodils at the top of London Street are particularly attractive and cheering this year!
Mary Beck
Ed: Let's plant more for next year
We've done outside the Volunteer and Red Lion and in front of the Corn Exchange.
Looking good
Volunteers helping to keep Faringdon cleaner & greener
Street Plan with Street names.- 28/4/22
South of Park Road- 277 houses
Open this file
The Bollard Launch (!) - 28/4/22
Our town's bollards are getting prepped for some local, creative designs that will be installed soon.
Join us in the Market Place for 'The Bollard Launch'(!)
Sat 14 May 11am-1pm with music organised by Al Cane. Thank you to all who were involved.
FTC
Street Party Road Closure - 28/4/22
If you and your neighbours are planning a street party for this year’s Platinum Jubilee, you’ll need to apply for a road closure permit by this Saturday 30 April.
You can find out more on our website whitehorsedc.gov.uk/streetparty
Buskers in the Market Square.- 28/4/22
Live busking sessions return to the Market Place from 10 to 1pm
All helping to raise money for the Red Cross Ukraine Emergency Appeal.
See who's performing Sat 30th April
Re no-mow May - 28/4/22
The usual trumpet-blowing. People have been campaigning for road verges not to be mown for at least the last 40 years.
Mary Beck
No Mow May - Vale Council - 27/4/22
Read all about it!
Councils to let wildflowers bloom during No Mow May - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
FREE webinar - Understanding the cost of living crisis - 27/4/22
OCF webinar: Understanding the cost of living crisis in Oxfordshire Tickets, Wed 4 May 2022 at 14:00 | Eventbrite
Street names for the Sandshill Estate.- 26/4/22
All but one taken from the war memorial
Bailey Close
Powell Close
Brickell Way
Goodbody Close
Kebble Way
Hill End
Preston Place
McDonald Place
Betterton Close
Page Gardens
Mulford Place
Proctor Way and Stepp Lane already exist
Concert, this Saturday 30th , Buscot Park - 25/4/22
Ben Shoeman on piano- Bach, Lizst, Debussy, Schubert, Schuman
programme (buscotconcerts.co.uk)
Return of Equipment - 25/4/22
If you have been loaned equipment that you no longer need, please hand it back, and help us get this equipment to the people who need it.
We need the following items: wheeled commodes, walking and toilet frames, crutches, male urinals, and perching stools.
Please note: make sure the item has an NRS/ Millbrook sticker and barcode.
Call NRS Healthcare on 01869 225 420 to arrange a collection.
Lines open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm. Or email enquiries@oxfordshire.nrs-uk.net.
Items can also be dropped off at the NRS depot (Unit 8 Longlands Road OX26 5AH) or at any of the CSS Centres: https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/sites/default/files/file/adult-social-and-health-care/CSSCentres.pdf
Folly Tower closed Sunday May 1st - 25/4/22
The Tower will be closed the 1st Sunday of the month, BUT it will be open 11-5pm on Bank Holiday Monday 2nd May
Opening Times - Faringdon Folly Tower and Woodland
Faringdon Town Centre Pavements - 25/4/22
We get more complaints about the footpaths in the town centre than any other topic. Residents feel forgotten and we have all been let down by "promised" works that never materialised.
We have been working hard to lobby the county to make sure they are repaired and our town centre is brought up to standard. We have also joined forces with residents like Lucy to make sure this issue is kept in the spotlight. Together, we have created a petition to present to council and make sure we get this work to happen, in Faringdon. If you would like to add your name, click on the link below.
https://www.oxonlibdems.uk/faringdon_footpaths
Vale Councillors
New S6 timetable - 24/4/22
Attached
Looks like more frequent evening buses and some after midnight
Sing with Faringdon Community Choir - 21/4/22
Faringdon Community Choir have had a fabulous term of great music making.
We start rehearsals again on Wednesday 4th May.
Take a look at our website for more info www.faringdoncommunitychoir.org.uk and sign up for the next term.
We would love to have some new members.
Men especially appreciated - but we are happy to welcome anyone who loves to sing!
Rachel Williams
Clarinet Collective concert on Saturday 21st May at 6.30 pm in St. Mary’s church, Longcot- 19/4/22
The Clarinet Collective is a versatile group of professional clarinettists who also work freelance with some of London’s leading orchestras. They are delighted to be giving another concert in St. Mary’s church, Longcot on Saturday 21st May.
The concert will start at 6.30 pm and there will be a bar for drinks from 6 pm. The theme is ‘Rose, Leek, Thistle and Shamrock’ and the programme will include music from all four parts of the UK, in celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
There will be works by English composers through the ages, from Byrd and Purcell to Vaughan Williams and Elgar, also some twentieth century pieces inspired by Celtic and English folk music. At the other end of the musical spectrum we have some lighter numbers, including ‘In Party Mood’ by Jack Strachey, which was the ever-popular theme tune for BBC radio’s Housewives Choice in the year of the coronation of Elizabeth II.
Admission free with a retiring collection, however all places should be reserved in advance by email to victorialmedcalf@gmail.com.
Profits will go to the Longcot Village Trust fund to support future community projects.
More action from Street Angels - 17/4/22
We've done around trees near Lechlade road mini roundabout, and outside the library (pics here)
We'll be out and about again after Easter. If you want to be on the list (come when you can) do email me genewebb@rocketmail.com.
Much of what we do should be done by The Vale/Biffa so if there are places you think need attention you can report it via https://www.fixmystreet.com/ (choose street cleaning). There's desktop version and an app.
Re, Building of 95 houses on former Rogers Concrete Site.- 13/4/22
I would like to reassure "Faringdon resident of forty six years" and "Grumpy old man" that the building of houses on the Rogers Concrete Site will not be the "wreckage" and "utter ruination" of Faringdon. This really is doom mongering on a breathtaking scale. Faringdon is evolving as is every other part of our country. As a Faringdonian born and bred I have seen all this before, every change is looked on with despondency and despair and prophecies of the Armageddon to follow, but, please believe me, it won't happen;
Faringdon will continue to be what it has always been, a nice little town in a nice part of the country in which we are fortunate to live..
Dennis.
Faringdon resident for the last ninety years
95 houses, pavements and parking.- 13/4/22
It’s nice to know that there are people in Faringdon with the same views as myself about the expansion of the town.
Several months ago, I was ridiculed by several people when I posted a view that ‘Faringdon is full’. It is full. The expansion is fuelled by greed for as much money as possible to pass into the councils coffers. The town is decaying rapidly, which started several years ago. It didn’t help when Tesco opened, and basically killed the footfall in the town centre. The addition of Waitrose and Aldi, only added to the decay. There used to be a number of good independent shops. Not any more.
With all the new homes being built, where are the occupants going to work. Not in Faringdon, as there is nowhere to work. Which means that people will get into their cars and travel, probably Swindon or Oxford. So much for getting people out of their cars. They Will not, in the main, be electric cars, as these are far too expensive for many people.
On the subject of pavements. OCC 12/4/22, I do not believe for one minute that the pavements are inspected every month. If they are then somebody is not doing their job as they should. The pavements are a disgrace, and in parts, dangerous.
Regarding parking, I know where the attendants are not, and that is in Faringdon. I have said previously, why do the council not introduce parking permits for residents, backed up by an attendant, if one exists.
Instead, the council would sooner waste our money on installing bike racks, which nobody has ever seen used.
I despair for the future of the town, which is a great shame, but a fact.
Resident for 34years.
Name supplied.
Help to get back on your bike? - 13/4/22
Needing some help to get back on your bike? Feeling a little anxious about cycling?
Come and join our small group and learn to cycle confidently again.
Led by experienced British Cycling registered Ride Leaders, David and Lyn Williamson
Meet in Southampton St car park near the back of the bike shop at 10am Friday 15th April.
Any questions, or more information, Confidence Ride or email: cycle@farcycles.org.uk
Womens Cycle Tour will come through Faringdon - 13/4/22
Witness the thrill of elite cycling in the Vale of White Horse
People will be able to witness the thrill of elite professional cycling when the Women’s Tour returns to the Vale of White Horse on Saturday 11 June.
Following successful events in 2019 and 2021, this will be the final year that The Women’s Tour will visit Oxfordshire, following a three-year partnership with race organiser SweetSpot. For 2022, the county will host the sixth and final stage of the Tour in what promises to be a spectacular finale.
On the day, the riders will race through the Vale’s three towns - Faringdon, Wantage and Abingdon - as well as nearby countryside and villages, giving a great opportunity for thousands of people to see the action. Villages on the route include: Little Coxwell, Fernham, Uffington, the Hendreds, Harwell, Radley and Kennington.
Communities across the district are being encouraged to mark the occasion - this could be as simple as lining the route to cheer the riders on, putting up bunting, flags, or cycling inspired artwork, creating a cycling themed window display or having cycling themed events.
To see the full route map visit whitehorsedc.gov.uk/womenstour. or https://www.womenstour.co.uk/stages/stage-6/
RE 95 houses to be built on Rogers Concrete site -13/4/22
We totally agree with Faringdon resident of 46 years. Utter ruination of Faringdon and other towns and villages is happening before our eyes. Its also a shame that friends and neighbours have already left our Town because of this.
Regards Grumpy Old Man.
Faringdon's pavements- 12/4/22
Regarding the footway surfaces around the Town Centre of Faringdon
Our Highways Maintenance team are aware of the current condition of the footways and are finalising the details of the maintenance operations around this major project.
I can confirm the long-term remedial repairs to the footways in the Faringdon Town Centre are estimated to be carried out later this year and expect this to be in July/August 2022.
It is anticipated that the duration of the works will be approximately four weeks from the start date, which is yet to be confirmed.
In relation to areas of safety, the Town Centre is regularly inspected (monthly) by one of our Highway Officers and any defective areas or issues that fall within the criteria for intervention will have appropriate works orders raised to deal with the defects.
I would like to reassure you that the area will continue to be monitored until long-term remedial works are undertaken.
Head of Service - Highway Maintenance
Oxfordshire County Council
RE 95 houses to be built on Rogers Concrete site- 12/4/22
It’s such a shame the Vale Of White Horse has let Martins properties LTD from London planing permission to build 95 house and only 15,000 square meters of commercial building that would only employ 15-24 people maximum, This land has been earmarked for twenty years for commercial use only. Yes it’s lovely the VOWH has made clear the developer Martins properties LTD has to contribute money to schools and sport and leisure/health and art?
Ok Faringdon is Now officially full and there is no employment the town is a wreck and falling down around your eyes, So when the school leavers leave school/six form, Where are they going to work VOWH? They all can’t all do windscreen cleaning on the vehicles gridlocked on the A420.
On a brighter note when the new homes houses start crumbling down and be knocked down, there will room for commercial units build in there place.
Faringdon used to be a nice small market town area with a lovely quiet atmosphere.
There was a Lot of interest from small companies regarding buying parts of the land for employment, I myself- but the agent didn’t want to know or pass the information on..
Thank you VOWH planners you have wrecked another Oxfordshire town... When you visit Faringdon in fives years time you will hang your head in shame.
Regards
Faringdon resident for forty six years.
Farcycles Cycling Safely Course for children of 9-13 still has places. 19-22 April (just after Easter) - 12/4/22
Your children will achieve confidence to cycle safely by the end of the course
We teach the children in a protected environment at the Faringdon Cycle Park where they learn how to cycle safely and negotiate junctions correctly.
Every morning 10.30 - 12, Tuesday 19th April - Friday 22nd April
The children have a lot of fun and come out at the end with improved confidence to ride their bikes.
All teaching is by qualified instructors from Farcycles, Faringdon's community cycling group.
For more information and to sign up:
Cycling Safely Course
Buskers return to the Market Square. - 11/4/22
Live busking sessions return to the Market Place on Easter Saturday 16th April from 10 to 1pm with three solo performers - Mike Wilkins on tenor sax, David Reynolds playing atmospheric instrumentals on guitar and Paul Moody on voice and guitar.
All helping to raise money for the Red Cross Ukraine Emergency Appeal.
Faringdon Welcomes Buskers aims to put on live music on a Saturday morning in the Market Place twice a month.
Al Cane
95 houses to be built on Rogers Concrete site - 10/4/22
This site was originally earmarked for employment.
See Decision notice and details of developer contributions to schools/sport/leisure/health/art in the s106 agreement
White Horse Practice Patient Participation Group (PPG) Open Evening Thurs April 14th - 8/4/22
If you are interested in having a say in how your local GP services are delivered, then getting involved with our Patient Participation Group (PPG) is a great way to start.
PPG’s are made up of a group of volunteer patients, the management administrator and one or more of our GPs, who meet face to face or online to discuss what’s on offer and how improvements can be made to benefit both the patients and the practice.
If you’re interested in joining the PPG, come along to our open evening to find out more on Thursday 14th April 18:15-19:15, light refreshments will be provided.
For more information or to express your interest in attending the open evening, please contact michelle.cozens@nhs.net
Faringdon Communnity Awards 2022 - 7/4/22
You can read information about those on the shortlist and find a voting form on Faringdon Community Awards 2022 - Faringdon Town Council
Presentations will be at the Town Meeting on Wed 18th May
Parking enforcement - 6/4/22
When are things going to improve & something done about illegal parking.
I use a mobility scooter. When I go into town & try to go up London street I cannot use the footpath because of cars parked on the footpath. It’s to dangerous to go on the road.
No thought is given to Mums pushing a pram or buggy. Wheelchair users etc., have the same problem. Something has to be done.
Name supplied
Ed: You can report it to Oxfordshire County Council on Reporting an illegally parked vehicle | Oxfordshire County Council
Daffodils - 5/4/22
The daffodils at the top of London Street are particularly attractive and cheering this year!
Mary Beck
Ed: Let's plant more for next year
News letter from The Place- 30/3/22
Spring Quarter newsletter
Activities and money raising events in April
Plant a tree - 29/3/22
See Branching out page
Choose a tree. Collect it on April 9th. Get guidance how to plant and care for it
Earth & Faith group
Women's Tour cycling race - 29/3/22
Women’s Tour cycling race set for Oxfordshire finale - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Rotary Youth Leadership Award -29/3/22
Are you or do you know of a young adult aged between 18 and 25 who might be interested in taking part in our Rotary Youth Leadership Award? The course takes place at a specially adapted centre in the Snowdonia National Park, North Wales. There is no cost to candidates as they are met by Faringdon Rotary Club and sometimes by the candidate’s employer.
The week-long course is about developing qualities of leadership, team working, initiative, communication and problem-solving including activities such as abseiling, navigation, canoeing, sailing, high ropes. Faringdon Rotary have sponsored one or two participants for the past few years who have returned full of confidence having had an amazing and fun experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to have fun, learn leadership skills and impress future employers/universities. The experience will look great on the young person’s CV or UCAS application and can help towards the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. The next programme takes place from 16 – 23 July 2022. Candidates must have reached 18 years of age on the first day of the course.
To find out more or if you know anyone who might be interested, message Faringdon Rotary on facebook.com/faringdon.rotary or contact Tim Cowling email: timjcowling@gmail.com
Parking Enforcement - 29/3/22
I notice nodifference in the parking in Faringdon since the regulations came in to force 1st November 2021,what has changed? NOTHING it's still the same, cars on pavements, the usual culprits parking on double yellow lines. London street, Coxwell road, the Pines etc. If someone is supposed to enforce the new/old regs they have fooled nobody,and if they are being paid to do the job by us taxpayers someone in authority needa to take action.
Name Supplied.
See Contact Parking | Oxfordshire County Council to report your views
Faringdon street angels - work around the Portwell pump - 21/3/22
Faringdon Street Angels have swept and weeded the cobbles around the Diver seat and the Pump Mon 21st. Looks much better.
Will be meeting again in a 2/3 weeks if you want to join in genewebb@rocketmail.com
See pics Before and After
OXFORDSHIRE ARTWEEKS - 21/3/22
May 2022 marks the 40th anniversary of Oxfordshire Artweeks.
This is your opportunity to see the work of artists, designers and crafts people of all kinds. Visit them in their own studios or see exhibitions in venues all over the county. The festival is divided into three geographical areas, and everything is listed in the online guide. www.artweeks.org
(including Faringdon Old Town Hall)
Repair Cafe in Faringdon - 19/3/22
Saturday 2nd April and 25th June
Pump House Project 9.30-11.30
Stand with us - 18/3/22
This coming Sunday, 20th March, supporters of Faringdon Peace Group will be gathering for peace in Ukraine in Faringdon Market Place from 11.30 to 12 and invite everyone to join them.
Any donations collected will go to the Red Cross Ukraine Appeal for humanitarian aid in the region.
Snow Wardens wanted - 16/3/22
Faringdon Town Council are looking for Snow Wardens to help clear snow from foot paths during the extreme conditions.
You will be provided with a snow kit to help keep local residents safe in the ice and snow
Please contact Sarah@faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk for more information
Town Council Meeting 9th March - 5/3/22
You can see the agenda, last minutes, and this months District Councillor report on https://www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/a-meeting-of-full-council-to-be-held-on-wednesday-9th-march-2022/
You can come to the meeting or join online
The Town Council is looking for snow wardens - 6/3/22
See poster
Enormous Plant Giveaway on April 9th - 4/3/22
Outside lots of homes in Faringdon.
9.30- until everything’s gone.
Come and take a plant for free, and/or add plants to someone else’s stall - or, have a stall of your own.
Watch out for more details
Queens Jubilee events in Faringdon - 2/3/22
28th May VintageTea Dance
2nd June Beacon in the Town Centre
3rd June Cinema
4th June Parade, Bike Ride, Street Parties
5th June Picnic in the Park (Tuckers Park)
See Poster for more information
Spring Quarter newsletter
Activities and money raising events in April
Plant a tree - 29/3/22
See Branching out page
Choose a tree. Collect it on April 9th. Get guidance how to plant and care for it
Earth & Faith group
Women's Tour cycling race - 29/3/22
Women’s Tour cycling race set for Oxfordshire finale - Vale of White Horse District Council (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Rotary Youth Leadership Award -29/3/22
Are you or do you know of a young adult aged between 18 and 25 who might be interested in taking part in our Rotary Youth Leadership Award? The course takes place at a specially adapted centre in the Snowdonia National Park, North Wales. There is no cost to candidates as they are met by Faringdon Rotary Club and sometimes by the candidate’s employer.
The week-long course is about developing qualities of leadership, team working, initiative, communication and problem-solving including activities such as abseiling, navigation, canoeing, sailing, high ropes. Faringdon Rotary have sponsored one or two participants for the past few years who have returned full of confidence having had an amazing and fun experience.
This is a fantastic opportunity to have fun, learn leadership skills and impress future employers/universities. The experience will look great on the young person’s CV or UCAS application and can help towards the Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. The next programme takes place from 16 – 23 July 2022. Candidates must have reached 18 years of age on the first day of the course.
To find out more or if you know anyone who might be interested, message Faringdon Rotary on facebook.com/faringdon.rotary or contact Tim Cowling email: timjcowling@gmail.com
Parking Enforcement - 29/3/22
I notice nodifference in the parking in Faringdon since the regulations came in to force 1st November 2021,what has changed? NOTHING it's still the same, cars on pavements, the usual culprits parking on double yellow lines. London street, Coxwell road, the Pines etc. If someone is supposed to enforce the new/old regs they have fooled nobody,and if they are being paid to do the job by us taxpayers someone in authority needa to take action.
Name Supplied.
See Contact Parking | Oxfordshire County Council to report your views
Faringdon street angels - work around the Portwell pump - 21/3/22
Faringdon Street Angels have swept and weeded the cobbles around the Diver seat and the Pump Mon 21st. Looks much better.
Will be meeting again in a 2/3 weeks if you want to join in genewebb@rocketmail.com
See pics Before and After
OXFORDSHIRE ARTWEEKS - 21/3/22
May 2022 marks the 40th anniversary of Oxfordshire Artweeks.
This is your opportunity to see the work of artists, designers and crafts people of all kinds. Visit them in their own studios or see exhibitions in venues all over the county. The festival is divided into three geographical areas, and everything is listed in the online guide. www.artweeks.org
(including Faringdon Old Town Hall)
Repair Cafe in Faringdon - 19/3/22
Saturday 2nd April and 25th June
Pump House Project 9.30-11.30
Stand with us - 18/3/22
This coming Sunday, 20th March, supporters of Faringdon Peace Group will be gathering for peace in Ukraine in Faringdon Market Place from 11.30 to 12 and invite everyone to join them.
Any donations collected will go to the Red Cross Ukraine Appeal for humanitarian aid in the region.
Snow Wardens wanted - 16/3/22
Faringdon Town Council are looking for Snow Wardens to help clear snow from foot paths during the extreme conditions.
You will be provided with a snow kit to help keep local residents safe in the ice and snow
Please contact Sarah@faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk for more information
Town Council Meeting 9th March - 5/3/22
You can see the agenda, last minutes, and this months District Councillor report on https://www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/a-meeting-of-full-council-to-be-held-on-wednesday-9th-march-2022/
You can come to the meeting or join online
The Town Council is looking for snow wardens - 6/3/22
See poster
Enormous Plant Giveaway on April 9th - 4/3/22
Outside lots of homes in Faringdon.
9.30- until everything’s gone.
Come and take a plant for free, and/or add plants to someone else’s stall - or, have a stall of your own.
Watch out for more details
Queens Jubilee events in Faringdon - 2/3/22
28th May VintageTea Dance
2nd June Beacon in the Town Centre
3rd June Cinema
4th June Parade, Bike Ride, Street Parties
5th June Picnic in the Park (Tuckers Park)
See Poster for more information
Police Commissioner report - 2/3/22
Grant announcement, plus various news
London Road - 28/2/22
I've just discovered that the woodland opposite Sudbury House, and the field behind has a new owner.
The wall is being repaired/retired.
I wonder what the plan is?
Name Supplied
Front of Volunteer - weeds removed- 25/2/22
Have you noticed the difference ( see pic)??
This was done by a new group of local people who are unhappy seeing our town look so uncared for.
We've called ourselves Faringdon Street Angels.
Let me have your email if you'd like to help genewebb@rocketmail.com
We'll hope to get together at least monthly, but it could be more often and it will be on a come if you can basis.
Faringdon Record Fair Saturday 7th May 10 to 2- 25/2/22
Old Town Hall and surrounding Market Place
Dealers £10 for a 6 foot table
Punters £1 entrance.
Raising money for the Faringdon Food Bank charity.
Contact Al Cane alcitizencane@gmail.com for further information.
Older drivers webinar- 24/2/22
In March, the Older Driver's Forum will be carrying out online webinars about the recent changes to the Highway Code.
Do you know what the changes are?
Do you have questions about the changes?
Alongside speakers from various agencies, PC Liz Johnson, of the Road Safety Team will be on the panel to answer your questions.
These webinars are scheduled for:
Me and my Girl - 24/2/22
Local theatre group, AmEgos, is staging ME AND MY GIRL in Wantage this April. Having had no musical productions since November 2019 due to Covid, and this being their 10th anniversary year, they cannot wait to perform this fabulous, funny, classic musical.
At Hareford Hall in Hampshire, suspense is in the air. The family solicitor has found the long-lost heir to the Hareford title and riches. But, to everyone’s horror, he’s a Cockney barrow boy called Bill Snibson. As the Duchess determinedly sets out to transform him into a true gentleman, Bill’s sweetheart Sally wonders how she fits in to his new life. Before too long, Bill has to answer some soul-searching questions about who he really is.
This much-loved musical comedy includes the enormously popular numbers The Sun Has Got His Hat On and Lambeth Walk and won the 1985 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical. Now you can see it in Wantage!
Tickets and details from: www.AmEgosTheatre.com
Me and My Girl 14 - 16th April, King Alfred's Academy Theatre, Portway, Wantage. See poster
Park and Charge in Faringdon - 24/2/22
Work will begin on the Park and Charge Electric Vehicle charging scheme in Faringdon next week.
Southampton Street is the fourth of Vale of White Horse District Council’s car parks where EV chargers are being installed as part of the scheme. It follows Portway car park in Wantage and Cattle Market and West St Helen car parks in Abingdon where work has already begun.
The Park and Charge scheme proposes a total of up to 62 new charging points in car parks across the Vale of White Horse district.
The installation work will involve several bays being fenced off temporarily and some short-term disruption to the car park.
The council will announce the rest of the work to be done as part of this project in the Vale shortly. All work is due to be completed by the end of March.
This work is part of a county-wide scheme to install hundreds of EV charging points in council-owned car parks. More info here.
The Park and Charge scheme allows residents without off-street parking to park overnight and charge up using a ‘fast’ 7 – 22kw EV charging point. The chargers will also provide much needed battery top-ups to commuters and visitors during the daytime.
More at the Park and Charge website.
BBC 1 TV - a documentary about Pennyhooks Farm and centre for autistic young adults.- 20/2/21
Worth watching- inspiring
This is England BBC iPlayer - We Are England - Farming England: Farming on the Spectrum - Oxfordshire
Former Lloyds Bank - conversion to a takeaway- 20/2/21
Permission has been given
Planning Application P21/V3173/FUL (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Food bank/Community larder.- 219/2/22
Just looking around this site I notice there is a lot of information about local food banks. Did you know that there are 1,270 McDonalds in this country, yet over 2,000 food banks, something seriously wrong here don't you think?
Jim Horton
Thames Valley Police Have your say - 10/02/22
#FaringdonNHPT
Have Your Say next Tuesday 15th February at Tesco's, Park Road, #Faringdon between 12:30-1:30pm.
Come along and speak to officers about the issues in your area. :)
Food bank/Community larder.- 9/2/21
Just looking around this site I notice there is a lot of information about local food banks. Did you know that there are 1,270 McDonalds in this country, yet over 2,000 food banks, something seriously wrong here don't you think?
Jim Horton
Faringdon Town Council Community Awards 2022.- 1/2/22
We hope these awards will raise public morale and help to foster a good community spirit, as well as celebrating some
of the very positive aspects of our community.
There are five awards - all for services to the community.
Community Hero Award
The Clive Davis Community Hero Award is an award given to an individual member of the community who has made a difference to the lives of others, going above and beyond the call of duty.
Group Award
There are many groups in Faringdon of various types. This award is open to any
group, be that sporting, hobby, church, educational or indeed any group of people who meet on a regular basis. The group award nominations should be for groups which enrich and improve the lives of their members or the wider community.
Business Award
Any business in Faringdon is eligible for nomination Nominated businesses should have made a contribution to the community in some way, ideally, a business that shows commitment to the town and its residents.
Community Volunteer Award
The Rick Ebsworth Community Volunteer Award is an individual award given
to a member of the community for voluntary service.
Environmental Champion Award
Awarded to an individual who is working hard to improve the environment
and raising awareness of environmental issues.
The awards procedure is as follows:
Step 1: Nomination
Nominations can be made by using the online nomination form on our website or by posting your nomination form in the ballot box in the Information Centre
Please state the reasons for your nomination as awards will be shortlisted using this information. You may make more than one nomination, but please use a separate form for each one.
Please include your name and contact details (these will not be disclosed)
Deadline for nominations: 1 March 2022 by 4pm
Link to nominate :
https://www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/faringdon-community-awards-2022/
Step 2: Selection Panel
A selection panel will shortlist three finalists in each category.
Step 3: Public Voting
Finalists will be announced, with a short description of each nominee, in the local media and on the Faringdon Town Council website.
Voting forms will be published in the local media and online.
A ballot box and printed forms are available in the Information Centre.
Step 4: Award Ceremony held at the Town Meeting
Winners to be announced in the local media and on Faringdon Town Council website.
An awards Ceremony will be held at the Town Meeting in the Corn Exchange on Wednesday 18th May 2022.
Grant announcement, plus various news
London Road - 28/2/22
I've just discovered that the woodland opposite Sudbury House, and the field behind has a new owner.
The wall is being repaired/retired.
I wonder what the plan is?
Name Supplied
Front of Volunteer - weeds removed- 25/2/22
Have you noticed the difference ( see pic)??
This was done by a new group of local people who are unhappy seeing our town look so uncared for.
We've called ourselves Faringdon Street Angels.
Let me have your email if you'd like to help genewebb@rocketmail.com
We'll hope to get together at least monthly, but it could be more often and it will be on a come if you can basis.
Faringdon Record Fair Saturday 7th May 10 to 2- 25/2/22
Old Town Hall and surrounding Market Place
Dealers £10 for a 6 foot table
Punters £1 entrance.
Raising money for the Faringdon Food Bank charity.
Contact Al Cane alcitizencane@gmail.com for further information.
Older drivers webinar- 24/2/22
In March, the Older Driver's Forum will be carrying out online webinars about the recent changes to the Highway Code.
Do you know what the changes are?
Do you have questions about the changes?
Alongside speakers from various agencies, PC Liz Johnson, of the Road Safety Team will be on the panel to answer your questions.
These webinars are scheduled for:
- Thursday 10 March at 2pm
- Monday 14 March at 7pm
Me and my Girl - 24/2/22
Local theatre group, AmEgos, is staging ME AND MY GIRL in Wantage this April. Having had no musical productions since November 2019 due to Covid, and this being their 10th anniversary year, they cannot wait to perform this fabulous, funny, classic musical.
At Hareford Hall in Hampshire, suspense is in the air. The family solicitor has found the long-lost heir to the Hareford title and riches. But, to everyone’s horror, he’s a Cockney barrow boy called Bill Snibson. As the Duchess determinedly sets out to transform him into a true gentleman, Bill’s sweetheart Sally wonders how she fits in to his new life. Before too long, Bill has to answer some soul-searching questions about who he really is.
This much-loved musical comedy includes the enormously popular numbers The Sun Has Got His Hat On and Lambeth Walk and won the 1985 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Musical. Now you can see it in Wantage!
Tickets and details from: www.AmEgosTheatre.com
Me and My Girl 14 - 16th April, King Alfred's Academy Theatre, Portway, Wantage. See poster
Park and Charge in Faringdon - 24/2/22
Work will begin on the Park and Charge Electric Vehicle charging scheme in Faringdon next week.
Southampton Street is the fourth of Vale of White Horse District Council’s car parks where EV chargers are being installed as part of the scheme. It follows Portway car park in Wantage and Cattle Market and West St Helen car parks in Abingdon where work has already begun.
The Park and Charge scheme proposes a total of up to 62 new charging points in car parks across the Vale of White Horse district.
The installation work will involve several bays being fenced off temporarily and some short-term disruption to the car park.
The council will announce the rest of the work to be done as part of this project in the Vale shortly. All work is due to be completed by the end of March.
This work is part of a county-wide scheme to install hundreds of EV charging points in council-owned car parks. More info here.
The Park and Charge scheme allows residents without off-street parking to park overnight and charge up using a ‘fast’ 7 – 22kw EV charging point. The chargers will also provide much needed battery top-ups to commuters and visitors during the daytime.
More at the Park and Charge website.
BBC 1 TV - a documentary about Pennyhooks Farm and centre for autistic young adults.- 20/2/21
Worth watching- inspiring
This is England BBC iPlayer - We Are England - Farming England: Farming on the Spectrum - Oxfordshire
Former Lloyds Bank - conversion to a takeaway- 20/2/21
Permission has been given
Planning Application P21/V3173/FUL (whitehorsedc.gov.uk)
Food bank/Community larder.- 219/2/22
Just looking around this site I notice there is a lot of information about local food banks. Did you know that there are 1,270 McDonalds in this country, yet over 2,000 food banks, something seriously wrong here don't you think?
Jim Horton
Thames Valley Police Have your say - 10/02/22
#FaringdonNHPT
Have Your Say next Tuesday 15th February at Tesco's, Park Road, #Faringdon between 12:30-1:30pm.
Come along and speak to officers about the issues in your area. :)
Food bank/Community larder.- 9/2/21
Just looking around this site I notice there is a lot of information about local food banks. Did you know that there are 1,270 McDonalds in this country, yet over 2,000 food banks, something seriously wrong here don't you think?
Jim Horton
Faringdon Town Council Community Awards 2022.- 1/2/22
We hope these awards will raise public morale and help to foster a good community spirit, as well as celebrating some
of the very positive aspects of our community.
There are five awards - all for services to the community.
Community Hero Award
The Clive Davis Community Hero Award is an award given to an individual member of the community who has made a difference to the lives of others, going above and beyond the call of duty.
Group Award
There are many groups in Faringdon of various types. This award is open to any
group, be that sporting, hobby, church, educational or indeed any group of people who meet on a regular basis. The group award nominations should be for groups which enrich and improve the lives of their members or the wider community.
Business Award
Any business in Faringdon is eligible for nomination Nominated businesses should have made a contribution to the community in some way, ideally, a business that shows commitment to the town and its residents.
Community Volunteer Award
The Rick Ebsworth Community Volunteer Award is an individual award given
to a member of the community for voluntary service.
Environmental Champion Award
Awarded to an individual who is working hard to improve the environment
and raising awareness of environmental issues.
The awards procedure is as follows:
Step 1: Nomination
Nominations can be made by using the online nomination form on our website or by posting your nomination form in the ballot box in the Information Centre
Please state the reasons for your nomination as awards will be shortlisted using this information. You may make more than one nomination, but please use a separate form for each one.
Please include your name and contact details (these will not be disclosed)
Deadline for nominations: 1 March 2022 by 4pm
Link to nominate :
https://www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/faringdon-community-awards-2022/
Step 2: Selection Panel
A selection panel will shortlist three finalists in each category.
Step 3: Public Voting
Finalists will be announced, with a short description of each nominee, in the local media and on the Faringdon Town Council website.
Voting forms will be published in the local media and online.
A ballot box and printed forms are available in the Information Centre.
Step 4: Award Ceremony held at the Town Meeting
Winners to be announced in the local media and on Faringdon Town Council website.
An awards Ceremony will be held at the Town Meeting in the Corn Exchange on Wednesday 18th May 2022.
Domestic Abuse Awareness Training - 27/1/22
As part South & Vale TVP's role in the Community Safety Partnership we are sharing online training provided by our partner to raise awareness of spotting domestic abuse in our community.
The South and Vale Community Safety Partnership and Oxfordshire charity Reducing the Risk of Domestic Abuse are running a series of free online sessions to highlight what staff can do if they suspect that a client or colleague is at risk of domestic abuse.
The sessions are available for anyone working in hair and beauty, nail bars, tattooists, and ear-piercing establishments.
Domestic abuse affects 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men in their lifetime, so it’s very important that people know how they can support those affected.
To sign up: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transformations-changing-our-response-to-domestic-abuse-free-event-tickets-2408913314
Do you care about your local countryside. Do you want to make a difference? - 27/1/22
CPRE Oxfordshire is the voice of the countryside in Oxfordshire. Due to retirement of current members, we are looking for new trustees to join our team.
This is an excellent opportunity to play an influential role in a respected and long-standing environmental charity, applying your experience to make a real difference and to be part of a friendly group that is passionate about the Oxfordshire countryside.
Application deadline is 31 March 2022 in the first instance, but we are happy to receive expressions of interest on an ongoing basis.
For further info, please contact our Branch Secretary Dorian Grier.
E: dorian.cpre@gmail.com
T: 01491 612079
See our website for more information: www.cpreoxon.org.uk
Refer people for free laptops - 25/1/22
Organisations that support struggling families, isolated older people, jobseekers and other at-risk groups are being urged to get in touch with Getting Oxfordshire Online, a local partnership that provides laptops and other support to improve digital inclusion.
With the increased impact of the Omicron variant, people’s behaviours and support systems are yet again being disrupted. Work-from-home guidance, the widespread need to self-isolate, and the impact of continual uncertainty on mental health are all key concerns.
With up to 40,000 people in Oxfordshire not online, we all know there are still too many people in need of access to the internet at this difficult time.
Getting Oxfordshire Online was launched in September 2021 in response to the pandemic. Partners in three locations across the county accept devices donated by businesses and the public, refurbish them and pass them to people who need them. Partners can also help people to access the data, training and support they need to get online.
The partnership accepts referrals from charities and community groups in Oxfordshire that support disadvantaged individuals or families. If your organisation works with people that need devices or other support with getting online, do get in touch to refer them to the Getting Oxfordshire Online service - we are here to help.
hello@gettingoxfordshireonline.org
FARINGDON BRANCHES OUT- 20/1/22
There's still time to plant a tree for the Planet! Winter planting recommended up to the end of March.
Get a tree for your garden, or share in a wider campaign.
You can find lots of ideas and information on the Earth and Faith webpage.
Pam de Wit
New Design Guide for housing developments- a Consultation - 19/1/22
VWHDC are asking for your views on their draft Joint Design Guide - a document that provides guidance on how new development in our area can be designed and constructed to the highest quality and sustainability.
The guide provides steps and design principles that will be considered when deciding on all future planning applications – whether it’s a resident looking to build an extension or a developer building a large housing site.
It will help applicants understand what makes high-quality design and inspire them to reach these standards.
We want your input on how the draft Joint Design Guide sets out what makes a high-quality and sustainable development and how we ensure there are clear steps for developers and others to follow.
To help you understand what the guide is about and the principles it contains, we’ve created an easy to use website. It tells you in more detail what the draft Joint Design Guide is and how it will be used as well as outlining the key design elements: place and setting; natural environment; movement and connectivity; space and layout; built form; climate and sustainability.
We are carrying out a six-week consultation which runs from Tuesday 18 January to 11.59pm on Tuesday 1 March 2022. We would like to invite your comments on the Draft Joint Design Guide
The quickest and easiest way to comment is to use our online comment form
After the consultation period ends, we will consider your comments and make appropriate changes to the Joint Design Guide before we adopt it. Once adopted, which we expect to happen in late Spring 2022, the Joint Design Guide along with a consultation statement and a consultation summary report, will be published on our South and Vale websites shortly afterwards.
Thankyou - 16/1/22
A big thank you to the kind person who handed my key into Tesco on Saturday 15th Jan in the afternoon. I am very thankful to have it back.
Kay Fox
Planning applications for the Red Lion and the former Budgens site- 14/1/22
Budgens - http://www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/java/support/Main.jsp?MODULE=ApplicationDetails&REF=P21/V3520/FUL Comment until 10th February 2022
Red Lion - Planning Application P21/V3543/LB (whitehorsedc.gov.uk) You can comment until 3/2/22
Wicklesham Quarry SSSI - 10/1/22
People have been asking why Wicklesham Quarry SSSI is being offered for sale for commercial development, when it is still undergoing restoration to agricultural use. It is less than half way through the five year plan that is required by planning conditions.
The High Court made it clear that the Neighbourhood Plan policy- which seeks to allow Wicklesham to be used for industry - cannot override its existing planning conditions, as they are a county matter. The Localism Act excludes county matters from Neighbourhood planning.The policy is therefore irrelevant as things stand, since no one can apply for planning permission citing it. Anyone seeking more information can read the latest update here: https://www.change.org/p/the-vale-of-white-horse-district-council-and-secretary-of-state-michael-gove-protect-wicklesham-quarry-from-development/u/29933028
Anna Hoare
Tesco Recycling in Faringdon - 7/1/22
As well as things mentioned below BUBBLE wrap can be recycled at Tesco
The collection points enable customers to return all their previously unrecycled soft plastic, regardless of where they bought it, including cling film, pet food pouches and crisp packets to recycling points at their local store, rather than having to throw it away.
Once collected, the old soft plastic is sent for recycling where it is washed, sorted and processed before being turned into new packaging. It will be used into pack items such as food, household and beauty products.
Items to be recycled include:
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING- 3/1/22
This Saturday 8th January from 9am to 1pm
Bring your Christmas trees to Faringdon Market Place
We will recycle them for you
Donations please for Shelter and Helen & Douglas House
www.faringdonrotaryclub.org
As part South & Vale TVP's role in the Community Safety Partnership we are sharing online training provided by our partner to raise awareness of spotting domestic abuse in our community.
The South and Vale Community Safety Partnership and Oxfordshire charity Reducing the Risk of Domestic Abuse are running a series of free online sessions to highlight what staff can do if they suspect that a client or colleague is at risk of domestic abuse.
The sessions are available for anyone working in hair and beauty, nail bars, tattooists, and ear-piercing establishments.
Domestic abuse affects 1 in 3 women and 1 in 6 men in their lifetime, so it’s very important that people know how they can support those affected.
To sign up: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/transformations-changing-our-response-to-domestic-abuse-free-event-tickets-2408913314
Do you care about your local countryside. Do you want to make a difference? - 27/1/22
CPRE Oxfordshire is the voice of the countryside in Oxfordshire. Due to retirement of current members, we are looking for new trustees to join our team.
This is an excellent opportunity to play an influential role in a respected and long-standing environmental charity, applying your experience to make a real difference and to be part of a friendly group that is passionate about the Oxfordshire countryside.
Application deadline is 31 March 2022 in the first instance, but we are happy to receive expressions of interest on an ongoing basis.
For further info, please contact our Branch Secretary Dorian Grier.
E: dorian.cpre@gmail.com
T: 01491 612079
See our website for more information: www.cpreoxon.org.uk
Refer people for free laptops - 25/1/22
Organisations that support struggling families, isolated older people, jobseekers and other at-risk groups are being urged to get in touch with Getting Oxfordshire Online, a local partnership that provides laptops and other support to improve digital inclusion.
With the increased impact of the Omicron variant, people’s behaviours and support systems are yet again being disrupted. Work-from-home guidance, the widespread need to self-isolate, and the impact of continual uncertainty on mental health are all key concerns.
With up to 40,000 people in Oxfordshire not online, we all know there are still too many people in need of access to the internet at this difficult time.
Getting Oxfordshire Online was launched in September 2021 in response to the pandemic. Partners in three locations across the county accept devices donated by businesses and the public, refurbish them and pass them to people who need them. Partners can also help people to access the data, training and support they need to get online.
The partnership accepts referrals from charities and community groups in Oxfordshire that support disadvantaged individuals or families. If your organisation works with people that need devices or other support with getting online, do get in touch to refer them to the Getting Oxfordshire Online service - we are here to help.
hello@gettingoxfordshireonline.org
FARINGDON BRANCHES OUT- 20/1/22
There's still time to plant a tree for the Planet! Winter planting recommended up to the end of March.
Get a tree for your garden, or share in a wider campaign.
You can find lots of ideas and information on the Earth and Faith webpage.
Pam de Wit
New Design Guide for housing developments- a Consultation - 19/1/22
VWHDC are asking for your views on their draft Joint Design Guide - a document that provides guidance on how new development in our area can be designed and constructed to the highest quality and sustainability.
The guide provides steps and design principles that will be considered when deciding on all future planning applications – whether it’s a resident looking to build an extension or a developer building a large housing site.
It will help applicants understand what makes high-quality design and inspire them to reach these standards.
We want your input on how the draft Joint Design Guide sets out what makes a high-quality and sustainable development and how we ensure there are clear steps for developers and others to follow.
To help you understand what the guide is about and the principles it contains, we’ve created an easy to use website. It tells you in more detail what the draft Joint Design Guide is and how it will be used as well as outlining the key design elements: place and setting; natural environment; movement and connectivity; space and layout; built form; climate and sustainability.
We are carrying out a six-week consultation which runs from Tuesday 18 January to 11.59pm on Tuesday 1 March 2022. We would like to invite your comments on the Draft Joint Design Guide
The quickest and easiest way to comment is to use our online comment form
After the consultation period ends, we will consider your comments and make appropriate changes to the Joint Design Guide before we adopt it. Once adopted, which we expect to happen in late Spring 2022, the Joint Design Guide along with a consultation statement and a consultation summary report, will be published on our South and Vale websites shortly afterwards.
Thankyou - 16/1/22
A big thank you to the kind person who handed my key into Tesco on Saturday 15th Jan in the afternoon. I am very thankful to have it back.
Kay Fox
Planning applications for the Red Lion and the former Budgens site- 14/1/22
Budgens - http://www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk/java/support/Main.jsp?MODULE=ApplicationDetails&REF=P21/V3520/FUL Comment until 10th February 2022
Red Lion - Planning Application P21/V3543/LB (whitehorsedc.gov.uk) You can comment until 3/2/22
Wicklesham Quarry SSSI - 10/1/22
People have been asking why Wicklesham Quarry SSSI is being offered for sale for commercial development, when it is still undergoing restoration to agricultural use. It is less than half way through the five year plan that is required by planning conditions.
The High Court made it clear that the Neighbourhood Plan policy- which seeks to allow Wicklesham to be used for industry - cannot override its existing planning conditions, as they are a county matter. The Localism Act excludes county matters from Neighbourhood planning.The policy is therefore irrelevant as things stand, since no one can apply for planning permission citing it. Anyone seeking more information can read the latest update here: https://www.change.org/p/the-vale-of-white-horse-district-council-and-secretary-of-state-michael-gove-protect-wicklesham-quarry-from-development/u/29933028
Anna Hoare
Tesco Recycling in Faringdon - 7/1/22
As well as things mentioned below BUBBLE wrap can be recycled at Tesco
The collection points enable customers to return all their previously unrecycled soft plastic, regardless of where they bought it, including cling film, pet food pouches and crisp packets to recycling points at their local store, rather than having to throw it away.
Once collected, the old soft plastic is sent for recycling where it is washed, sorted and processed before being turned into new packaging. It will be used into pack items such as food, household and beauty products.
Items to be recycled include:
- Bread bags
- Fruit and vegetable packaging
- Crisp packets
- Salad bags
- Baby and pet food pouches
- Cling film
CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING- 3/1/22
This Saturday 8th January from 9am to 1pm
Bring your Christmas trees to Faringdon Market Place
We will recycle them for you
Donations please for Shelter and Helen & Douglas House
www.faringdonrotaryclub.org
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You can read talking points back to 2002. Quite interesting to see whether issues are still the same now as in the past.
You can read talking points back to 2002. Quite interesting to see whether issues are still the same now as in the past.