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Advanced Warning - Road Closures
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What: Road closure for Spray Injection Patching
Where: DITCHFORD ASTON MAGNA - see map for details & diversion
When: 24th July 2025 09:30 – 15:30
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Gloucestershire Highways will shortly be patching the carriageway at the above location to repair localised faults and improve the condition of the road.
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Road Closure
We will be patching in multiple locations along the stretch of road marked in red on the map. A diversion route will be in place, please follow the diversion signage
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Access
To ensure the safety of pedestrians, road users and our workforce no vehicular access will be permitted on the section of the road we will be working on at a time. The crew may allow essential access (i.e. medical appointment) in and out of the closure area, when it is safe to do so, but they need periods without vehicles to get the actual scheme done. For this reason, we ask you to limit any vehicular movement to a minimum. Please plan your essential journeys ahead and allow plenty of time.
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Thank you in advance for your patience and co-operation. If you have any queries, please call Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514514.
Summer Holiday Camps
26th, 27th & 28th August – Blockley Sports & Social Club
Back by popular demand, Blockley Parish Council along with Cotswold Active Camps, are pleased to have organised summer holiday camps at Blockley Sports & Social Club.
Running from 26th – 28th August, these camps will be run by Cotswold Active Camps and have been subsidised by Blockley Parish Council, with priority bookings for children living in the parish.
Bookings are now live!!
Please follow this link to book –
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Bookings are now OPEN for the Summer HAF (Holiday Activity & Food Programme)
With a whole variety of events, activities and tickets on offer, there is something for everyone!
Check out the activities and book now: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf
Blockley Parish Council are developing a Neighbourhood Plan to guide our focus in the next 5 years, and also to help us combat unwanted development in the parish.
We want to hear from parishioners about their priorities, a process that starts with a series of town hall sessions this week.
Please come along and make your voice heard!
- Tuesday 24th June, Little Village Hall, Blockley. 6.45pm - 8pm.
- Wednesday 25th June, Paxford Village Hall. 6.45pm - 8pm.
- Thursday 26th June, Draycott Mission. 6.45pm - 8pm.
Unaffordable bills?
Apply for fully-funded energy saving home improvements.
To benefit from a home upgrade grant, you must:
✔ Live in Gloucestershire or South Gloucestershire
✔ Have an inefficient home that you own or privately rent (EPC rating of D,E,F,G)
✔ Have a total household income under £36,000 per year
For energy efficiency improvements tailored to your home and funded by
the government’s Warm Homes Local Grant, apply today.
Call 0800 500 3076 or visit severnwye.org.uk/upgrade to find out if you qualify.
Gloucestershire County Council’s Summer Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF)
Nutritious food and free activities are on offer to help keep children in Gloucestershire happy, healthy, and entertained. Children in reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals can take part. Gloucestershire County Council is also extending holiday activities to all children in the county through its Holiday Activities Programme (HAP) using grant funding.
Both the HAF and HAP spring programmes run during the summer school holidays which begin on Monday 21st July. Activity dates may vary slightly between schools.
Families are encouraged to visit the new Family Hubs booking system: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/ to register for, view and book activities.
To help families plan ahead, activities can be viewed on the new booking system from Monday 16th June and booking opens at midday on Monday 30th June.
This summer, there are lots of exciting options to choose from including drama and science workshops, sports and games, art and crafts, music and dance. More information about the programme is available at: https://familyhubs.gloucestershire.gov.uk/haf.
Families eligible for benefits-related free school meals can also apply for Holiday Free School Meal vouchers, which the council is providing for two weeks during the school holidays. Parents will receive £15 per week, for each eligible child from reception to year 11. Applications will open at midday on Tuesday 24th June and close at midday on Tuesday 8th July. Vouchers will be distributed from Monday 14th July. Families can find out more at: https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/holiday-school-meal-vouchers/.
Parents who have registered previously for benefits-related free school meals are automatically included and do not need to reapply. Families whose circumstances may have changed, can read about eligibility for free school meals on our website: childrensfund@gloucestershire.gov.uk and should contact us if there are any changes.
Families who need extra support to choose, book, or attend HAF activities can get support from our HAF Community Connectors. There’s also a Specialist SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) Community Connector to improve support for children and young people with additional needs.
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Gloucestershire County Council - Roadworks Bulletin
12.06.25 - 22.06.25
Gloucestershire County Council - Highways Update
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Please see below, the notice expressing the intention to temporarily close part of the following roads in Blockley - Bell Bank, School Lane and the High Street.
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The work is scheduled from 8.30am - 4pm from Monday 14th July can all works should be completed by 29th July. Notification of actual dates will be given on site, at least 2 weeks before.
The reason for the closure is to repair the handrails and supports on the kerbside, all of which are in a bad state of repair.
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Should you have any further queries regarding this closure, please contact the Gloucestershire Highways helpline 08000 514 514.​​
SAVE THE DATE
Sir Geoffrey Clifton Brown’s next flood resilience and river pollution public meetings will take place on Friday 27th June 2025.
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Flood Resilience: 10:00-12:00hrs
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River Pollution: 13:00-15:00hrs
Location: The Westwoods Centre, Northleach, GL54 3QJ
These meetings are an opportunity for residents of the North Cotswolds constituency to hear from and speak directly with key officials from Thames Water, Severn Trent, the Environment Agency, Gloucestershire County Council, Cotswold District Council, and other stakeholders involved in ongoing flood resilience work and addressing sewage and river pollution problems.
For those wishing to ask specific questions, Sir Geoffrey would be grateful if you could submit these in advance to cliftonbrowng@parliament.uk by Friday 20th June. We will forward any questions we receive to the relevant agencies to help them prepare answers in advance of the meeting.
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
15.05.25 - 25.05.25
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Gloucestershire County Council Latest News
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Surge in mental health crisis – One in five children and adolescents now suffer from a mental health disorder. Stroud Based charity The Door is excited to be running its annual fundraising challenge again this spring. They are urging residents to walk, jog, run, cycle, or wheel their way to 100Km during the month of May to help change a life.
Anyone interested can find more information on their website (100KinMay Challenge)
More information: https://thedoor.org.uk/events/100kinmay/
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​​​​GRCC’s Gloucestershire Village of the Year Competition 2025
Don’t miss out on your chance to win!
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The Gloucestershire Village of the Year Competition for 2025 was launched last month. It is an opportunity for all villages with a parish council or parish meeting and a population of 5,000 or less to showcase the many things they are doing to help their community remain sustainable and enhance the quality of life for all residents.
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The simple, easy to complete entry form can be found here and consists of 5 short categories listed below:
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Community Led Health and Wellbeing
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Climate & Environment
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Inclusive Community
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Digital & Innovation
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High Sheriff’s Special Award for Volunteer of the Year
Judges’ visits will take place in May/June and representatives from the shortlisted communities will be invited to the awards ceremony in July where the achievements of those who have taken part will be celebrated and the winners announced. A cheque for £2,000 together with a framed commemorative certificate and plaque will be awarded to the overall winner as well as to each of the individual category winners, and category runners up will each receive £1,000, a framed certificate and plaque to display in your village hall.
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The team will be on hand to advise you on the completion of your entry form if you need them and can be contacted via the website or by calling us on 01452 528491.
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Remember to complete and return your entry forms before the deadline of Wednesday 30th April 2025 for your chance to win cash prizes and be automatically entered into our Grand Prize Draw to win B and Q products worth over £500!
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For more information visit Village of the Year 2025
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​​​​The deadline to pitch for funding for your community project from Crowdfund Cotswold is 9th April. Ensure you have pitched, been verified, and launched your crowdfunding campaign by this date.
Click here to read more about Crowdfund Cotswold.
Spacehive have supported over 3,000 local projects across the UK and Ireland, raising over £35 million in total. Now it’s your turn to get involved.
Need help? Contact: crowd.fund@cotswold.gov.uk support@spacehive.com
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Gloucestershire councils have partnered with Furbnow, specialists in home energy efficiency, to provide a
One-Stop Shop for home energy improvements.
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You are invited to join a free, live webinar to learn how Cotswolds residents can improve home energy efficiency, reduce bills, and access expert support.
Date: Thursday, 27th March 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (GMT)
Location: Online (Zoom)
Register Here: How to Upgrade Your Home’s Energy Efficiency & Cut Bills – Q&A with Furbnow Tickets, Thu 27 Mar 2025 at 12:00 | Eventbrite
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What the Webinar Covers:
- How residents can enhance energy efficiency and cut bills
- The Furbnow Home Energy Plan - including a 50% discount (£375 off) for the first 100 sign-ups
- Expert guidance from Gloucestershire councils & Furbnow
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Speakers include David Sharman (Gloucester City Council), Chris Uttley (Stroud District Council), and Becky Lane (CEO of Furbnow), followed by a live Q&A where attendees can get expert answers to their energy efficiency questions.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for homeowners to access expert advice and financial support for energy efficiency upgrades.
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The annual Village Halls Week campaign returns
17 - 23 March. The theme will be celebrating, encouraging and supporting the army of volunteers who run rural community buildings.
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Village Halls Week 2025: celebrating, encouraging and supporting volunteers - ACRE
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Gloucestershire County Council Latest News
Gloucestershire County Council is undertaking a second round of stakeholder engagement on its Local Development Guide.
The purpose of the Local Development Guide is to provide information to local planning authorities, developers, and all stakeholders on the types of infrastructure where Gloucestershire County Council may seek funding to mitigate the impacts of the proposed development; to make it acceptable in planning terms.
A copy of the draft document and stakeholder survey can be access using the following link – Local Development Guide (LDG) Engagement | Have Your Say Gloucestershire
The aim is to seek adoption of an updated its Local Development Guide later in 2025.
The Local Development Guide needs to be periodically reviewed to ensure it reflects the latest published national and local guidance. The existing Local Development Guide was adopted in March 2021.
This stakeholder engagement is open from Wednesday 26 February until Monday 24 March 2025, at 5pm.
This is the second round of stakeholder engagement on the Local Development Guide following a 12-week consultation last year.
The further round of engagement was considered necessary due to the material changes proposed to the document within the updated document in response to the issues raised during the first round.
Summary of changes from previous consultation include:
• Amendments to the main body of the text to improve readability.
• New footnotes added to provide better links to supporting documentation
• Formatting changes including the merging of sections 2 and 3
• Section 2.10 – clarification of GCC’s Legal Charges and Monitoring fees
• Section 3.1 - more information on cycle infrastructure
• Section 3.2 – clarification of GCC role as Lead Local Flood Authority
• Section 3.3 – amendments to clarify GCC’s position seeking education contributions and an updated section on Biodiversity Net Gain
• New Appendix B – Introduction of a new M5 Junction 10 Scheme - Developer Funding Guidance Note outlining the apportionment methodologies specifically in relation to supporting growth around Cheltenham.
If you would like to comment on the updated version of the Local Development Guide ahead of formal adoption, please can you to do so by Monday 24 March 2025 using the online survey link Local Development Guide (LDG) Engagement | Have Your Say Gloucestershire
Strategic Planning Team
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27.02.25 - 09.03.25
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20.02.25 - 02.03.25
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Temporary Road Closure
400771 Pasture Lane, Blockley - from its junction with Lower Street to outside the property known as 'Bobbyjo's Cottage', for a distance of approximately 93 meters.
17th -21st March 2025
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
13.02.25 - 23.02.25
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Make a Change, Become a Councillor ...
Did you know that Blockley Parish Council is the 10th largest parish in England by area? We represent the residents of Blockley, Paxford, Draycott, Aston Magna, Dorn and Northwick Park.
Parish Councils are the heart of communities; they are the most trusted tier of government and are closest to the people they represent.
Being a councillor does not require specialist knowledge of local government; it is about commitment to making our community work effectively for everyone. People from all sorts of different backgrounds and experience bring valuable perspectives, information and energy to the group.
If you are a community minded person with a passion for the people, parks, facilities and services in your area, then stand for election, or make yourself available for co-option.
As a parish we are eligible for 11 councillors but we only currently have 7.
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At present we don’t have any councillors representing the communities of Draycott, Aston Magna, Dorn or Northwick Park. If you live in one of these areas and want the best for your friends and neighbours, then please do get in touch and be the difference.
To join a vibrant, committed team or for any further information, you can:
1. Email the Parish Clerk, Nikki - parishclerk@blockley.org.uk
2. Head into the office on a Monday or Tuesday morning. We are at the Heritage Centre, Park Road, Blockley, GL56 9BY.
3. Come along to our next Parish Council meeting.
All parishioners are welcome.
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
06.02.25 - 16.02.25
Crowdfund Cotswold
Created by Cotswold District Council. Powered by Spacehive.
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Have you got an idea for a project which could make a difference in your community? You could make it happen with Crowdfund Cotswold.
​​Spacehive works with local communities to make your ideas happen. From spruced up playgrounds to new street markets, city farms to learning hubs, Spacehive helps local people across the UK and Ireland to make their local spaces happier, prouder and more prosperous.
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The latest round of funding for local projects is now open!
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Join us at our project creator workshop on Tuesday 25th February at 12pm to find out how easy it is to start a crowdfunding campaign. Register for free here.
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To find out more please visit the Cotswold Crowdfund website.
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A two-bedroom bungalow is available to rent at Meadow View, Blockley.
To be eligible for this property, applicants must be registered for housing with Cotswold District Council.
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The deadline for applications is Sunday 16th February 2025.
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Please see the poster below for details on how to apply.
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30.01.25 - 09.02.25
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If your property has recently been flooded, please let the Cotswold District Council know so that they can record your issue and help assist with any support or advice.
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FORT - Report flooding
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Further support can be found here -
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Flooding - Cotswold District Council
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What to do during a flood - Cotswold District Council
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Cotswold District Council 'Drive and Thrive'
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As well as the Drive and Thrive Event, Cotswold District Council are offering various free services within Cotswold District to help homeowners improve energy efficiency, including:
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Providing tailored advice on suitable energy efficiency measures and connecting homeowners with reputable, trained installers
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Organising district-wide events, with the first being ‘Drive and Thrive’ in Cirencester town centre on March 6th, showcasing Electric Vehicles and home energy solutions. Please see the poster below, or you can find more details at www.cotswold.gov.uk/driveandthrive.
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Offering 8 online masterclasses on topics such as retrofitting historic homes and heat pump installation, starting in February and taking place every four weeks.
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Providing free site visits to eligible homes for impartial guidance on energy efficiency.
A survey has also been created to understand residents' knowledge about retrofit and to request a home visit. The survey and request for a home visit is available here: https://forms.office.com/e/Mg1qCaUuEu.​​
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For households with a total income below £22,010, you could get up to 70% off the average Severn Trent bill by applying for their Big Difference Scheme.
To see if you are eligible and to apply please click here.
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Don't forget to return your Housing Needs Survey
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Temporary Road Closure
Mill Lane, Blockley from its junction with School Lane to outside the property known as ‘Bridge Cottage’ for a distance of approximately 21 metres.
27th - 28th Jan 2025
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Western Gateway's Strategic Transport Plan
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The Western Gateway is one of seven sub-national transport bodies in England. Western Gateway STB work with nine constituent Local Authorities, including Gloucestershire, to take a strategic overview of transport, helping to champion and protect the region, prioritise strategic transport interventions, and work cooperatively beyond local boundaries on regional transport issues. Western Gateway’s Strategic Transport Plan is the link between national policy and local strategy. The plan focuses on strategic issues relevant to the region. It is supported by the Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) – the purpose is to achieve the aims and objectives of the adopted Strategic Transport Plan and to provide a list of prioritised investment proposals for the region.
We are sharing the engagement sessions coming up in December 2024 and January 2025 for the SIP. Please see the details below. Public consultation on the draft Strategic Investment Plan goes live from 20th December 2024 to 2nd February 2025. Your engagement and feedback is important - Strategic Transport Plan | Western Gateway STB
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
12.12.24 - 22.12.24​
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Look out for the following Housing Needs Survey which will be dropping through letterboxes in the Parish
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Moreton in Marsh High Level River Health and Flood Forum Report 06.12.24 ​
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
05.12.24 - 15.12.24
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ENERGY EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS
Gloucestershire has won funding from the Southwest Net Zero Hub and UKSPF (Shared Prosperity Fund) for three retrofit engagement officers to work with homeowners across the area to provide advice on identifying and initiating energy efficiency improvements. Support will initially be focused on Cheltenham borough, Cotswold District and Forest of Dean. However, if there is a proven demand, the service may well be extended across all districts.
As a starting point, the team would like to know how you, as homeowners, feel about retrofit so please complete and submit the short survey via the link below by Monday, 16 December.
https://forms.office.com/e/hx2j59jbYk​​​​​
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09.12.24 Lower Street and Station Road Roadworks Latest Update
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Morning school run is fine.
Afternoon school run needs to avoid Station Road i.e. access only via Greenway Road and Park Road.
So many sites are pushed to finish by Christmas at this time of year that the quarries are overloaded and deliveries can be late, however the site is on restricted hours so they always plan to finish laying tarmac by 2pm to give it at least 90mins to cure.
There has been some concern about ACCESS FOR CARERS, if they speak to the people on the gates at either end of the site for access and they will do their best to accommodate.
The challenge is the surfacing equipment is as wide as the carriage way, so when they start, nothing will get past them.
Due to complaints the first 50m past Winterway/Springfield entrance is not going to be resurfaced at all.
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​Have your say on risks faced by communities in Gloucestershire
​Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) is asking for your views on the risks it faces in the county.
Cllr Dave Norman, cabinet member with responsibility for the Fire and Rescue Service, said: “I would encourage everyone to take part in this survey and share your views on the current and emerging fire and rescue risks in the county. Your voice will help to keep people, homes and businesses safe by helping the Service prepare and resource efficiently and deliver services to you effectively. This will ensure we can continue working together for a safer Gloucestershire into the future.”
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GFRS regularly assesses its own data and risks to the community and wants to hear the views of residents too.
Feedback from the public will be combined with the Service’s own data and the team’s knowledge and experience, to build a balanced picture of the risks they face as a Fire and Rescue Service.
The engagement was launched today (Monday 21 October) and lasts for six weeks, ending on Sunday 1 December 2024. To take part, please go to: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/glosfire-crp
The information will help to assess the potential impact and likelihood of the risks, and where they are most likely to occur.
The feedback will help form the Community Risk Profile (CRP) for Gloucestershire. This vital document informs the strategic Community Risk Management Plan (CRMP), the publication of which is a regulatory requirement. The CRMP is an assessment of risks and how we effectively use resources to address those risks.
Residents and businesses are being asked to share their views about the risks faced within our county, both now and in the future, to make sure the new CRMP from 2026 onwards reflects your views.
You can find the current CRMP here: www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/media/ixrglevp/gcc_3312-gfrs-community-risk-management-plan_dev10.pdf
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Gloucestershire Highways
ROAD RE-SURFACING PROGRAMME​
Lower Street, Blockley - 10 days from Monday 9th December until Friday 10th December
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WARNING OF SCAM
BLOCKLEY PARISH COUNCIL have been advised of the following scam:
Local businesses are receiving emails purporting to be from their local parish council from an email address called, in our case ‘ Blockley Parish’ , outlining that they were getting in touch about a business listing, with a payment request of £30. The email has been sent to over 4,000 recipients.
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The scam is targeted at parish (and town) councils
The web address for this ‘network’ is https://parish.uk/ and they have a support address https://parish.uk/support/ and service-support@parish.uk. There is a web address of https://tewkesbury.parish.uk/parish-council. When you go on this page there is information about the council, education, business, planning, property, heritage and farming.
The concern is that the website looks very official, designed to add a layer of legitimacy to the scam. Spam emails are sent to businesses and then payments requested for the business listings. The give away is that it does not use the official gov.uk suffix.
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DO NOT RESPOND OR SEND ANY MONEY!​
Crime Survey
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) for Gloucestershire are conducting a survey with residents to gather their opinions about their perceptions of crime in their local area. They are asking for views on crime, antisocial behaviour and policing and this feedback will be used to inform the OPCC’s work to make Gloucestershire safer.
Any/all residents of Blockley Parish are encouraged to complete it.
The survey can be completed online by using this link:
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COMMUNITY EMERGENCY PLANS
How would you prepare for an emergency?
In a newly launched website, the government is encouraging people to think about what they would do if they and those around them were exposed to risks ranging from floods to fires to power cuts.
The website provides simple and effective steps people can take to be more prepared, at gov.uk/prepare. Taking action in advance will make it easier to manage an emergency if it does happen.
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Find out if you are eligible to sign up to your gas, electricity and water supplier’s Priority Service Registers, so companies know that you need additional support.
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Set a reminder in your phone or make a note on your calendar to check your smoke alarm once a month.
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Write down important phone numbers on paper such as the number to report a power cut (105) and the numbers of anyone you might want to contact in an emergency.
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Talk to your children about how and when to call 999 and what they should do if there’s an emergency, such as a fire at home.
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Check your long term flood risk and sign up for flood and weather warnings.
There’s also advice on how to work with your local community to be more prepared – please see: Information for communities and community groups - Prepare.
There’s local guidance at Emergency planning - Cotswold District Council. We're also keen to support anyone interested in becoming a Flood warden.
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GRCC Community In Action in Gloucestershire
GRCC is an independent charity working countywide within Gloucestershire's communities to inspire, enable and deliver community action. By doing this we help to create thriving, sustainable places for local people to live and work in.
FOR MORE INFORMATION click here
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Cotswold Disctrict Council HAF Programme:
The Holiday Activity and Food (HAF) programme is funded by the Department of Education, with strict guidelines on eligibility. HAF can only be offered to those in reception to year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals.
The programme offers a range of activities for children and their families including family play days, football camps, music workshops, arts and craft and more and many of these activities provide food.
We understand that all children and young people can benefit from a programme like HAF, which is why Gloucestershire County Council have been working hard to secure extra funding to extend the offer to all families. This means we are now able to to offer this programme to other children – HAP
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When is it?
The Summer HAF programme will be running from 22nd July to 30th August 2024
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How can I get it?
If you are booking for the first time you will need to create an account which can be done here: Register
If you have booked before please make sure you know your login details Sign In
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What is available?
There will be a variety of face-to-face activities, fitness & sports clubs, music opportunities and much more.
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Road Closure
• Paxford Road, Chipping Campden
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 23/09/2024 to 24/09/2024 (09:30 to 14:30 only) to allow for blockage clearance work by Openreach.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Do you care for someone? Are you trying to navigate the
Adult Care Sytem? Do you need advice?
Find out about The Care Advice Line (TCAL)
A helpline for anyone in Gloucestershire who is navigating the adult care system and how care can be paid for:
For more information click here
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin:
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin:
18.07.24 -27.07.24
Blockley Parish Council is inviting tenders for their Children & Young Persons Youth Club provision for the parish.
For full details of the tender please click here. The closing date for submissions is1300h on July 15th 2024. If you have any queries please send them to both parishclerk@blockley.org.uk and chris.leach@blockley.org.uk
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin:
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Town & Parish Newsletter from CDC - Summer 2024
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin:
The latest edition of Cotswold Roundup from Cotswold District Council is available here.
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin:
Please be advised of the following closure:
• Greenway Road, Blockley
This road will be closed from 10:00 to 13:00 on 07/05/24 to allow for pumping station repair work by Thames Water.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Kirsty Boddy
Roadspace Coordinator (Cotswolds)
Gloucestershire County Council
Email: streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
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Community Litter Pick
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin:
The April issue of Cotswold Roundup from Cotswold District Council can be found here
Gloucestershire County Council Libraries are running a
REMINISCENCE TEA PARTY for Dementia Action Week
at Chipping Campden Library on 14th May
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EASTER HOLIDAY FUN!
Inspire to Aspire, Blockley Youth Club providers are running a fun day out at LASER QUEST
ONLY £5
Thursday 4th April 2024.
Book on Eventbrite: Trip to Laser Quest from Blockley Tickets, Thu 4 Apr 2024 at 10:00 | Eventbrite
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NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE
Please be advised of the following closure:
• B4479 Railway Line to Ebrington Parish Boundary, Paxford
This road will be closed from 22/04/2024 to 25/04/2024 to allow for electrical cable repair work by National Grid.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
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NOTICE OF ELECTION
Police & Crime Commissioner election for the Gloucestershire Police Area
For details click here
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Blockley church is undertaking a survey regarding the church's re-ordering community plans.
Blockley church encourage people with an interest in Blockley Church to complete the survey.
The information they get from the survey will help them prepare their application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund for money towards their planned re-ordering work at Blockley Church, and provide information on what people value particularly, and what they would like for the future.
It should take 5-10 minutes maximum to complete.
To access the survey access use the survey monkey web link (below)
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JWS9NGG
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The Robin is a bookable bus service connecting the Cotswolds community to their next destination. The service runs from 7am to 7pm Monday to Saturday, giving you reliable and accessible travel easily. Simply select your pick up and drop off point in advance, and The Robin will be on route to take you there.
Giving you the freedom to get you to wherever you are going...
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Cotswold District Council is looking to recruit staff for the forthcoming elections
At an election we will employ around 300 staff for various jobs including working in polling stations, dealing with postal votes and counting ballot papers.
We are currently working towards the Police and Crime Commissioner Election on 2 May and of course, the General Election whenever that happens this year.
These are paid roles and the attached information sets out the roles and rates of pay. All roles will receive training, some of which will be online.
Anyone wishing to be considered for election duties will need to complete and return the attached form to elections@cotswold.gov.uk
RURAL CRIME COMMUNITY MEETING
You are invited to a Rural Crime Community meeting hosted by Blockley Parish Council, featuring speakers from Gloucestershire Constabulary and Chris Nelson, Gloucestershire’s Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC).
Where: Paxford Village Hall, GL55 6XG, what3words location: ///counts.roadblock.natural
When: Tuesday 12th March 2024 at 7pm
Tickets not required, just turn up on the day.
Queries to Cllr Clare Turner (who will be chairing the meeting) at Clare.Turner@Cotswold.gov.uk
Both the OPCC and Gloucestershire Constabulary are committed to tackling rural crime in the Cotswolds and this meeting is a part of building connections with rural communities. The meeting is open to anyone to attend and we are encouraging members of the public to ask questions of the Police and Crime Commissioner and the Local Constabulary, and find out more about their rural crime approach and the local policing team. Please feel free to submit questions in advance by emailing them to Clare.Turner@cotswold.gov.uk
NEW
Cotswold District Council
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Form (cotswold.gov.uk)
Notice of temporary road closure B4479 overnight on 26.02.24 full details here
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 22.02.24 - 03.03.24
The February issue of Business Matters from Cotswold District Council can be found here
Take a look at the latest issue of Cotswold Roundup from Cotswold District Council
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
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Glos. Highways have advised of the following road closure:
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF B4479 RAILWAY LINE TO EBRINGTON PARISH BOUNDARY (BLOCKLEY PARISH) COTSWOLD DISTRICT
The B4479 Railway Line Road to Ebrington Parish Boundary, from its junction with Clay Lane to Top Orchard for a distance of approximately 150 metres. The reason for the closure is for telecommunication apparatus maintenance and repair works. The said road is expected to be closed between 09:30hrs and 15:30hrs each day, from the 4 th March 2024 until 5 th March 2024 only, or until the works have been completed, whichever is the later.
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Glos. Highways have advised of the following road closure:
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF 400521 CLAY LANE (BLOCKLEY PARISH) COTSWOLD DISTRICT
The 400521 Clay Lane Road, from its junction with Pudlicott Lane, to its junction with the B4479, for a distance of approximately 1265 metres. The reason for the closure is for telecommunication apparatus maintenance and repair works. The said road is expected to be closed between 09:30hrs and 15:30hrs each day from the 4 th March 2024 until 8 th March 2024 only or until the works have been completed, whichever is the later.
Pedestrian access to adjacent properties, and emergency access, will be maintained.
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Glos. Highways have advised of the following road closure:
TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE OF B4479 STATION ROAD (BLOCKLEY PARISH)
Temporary closure of part of B4479 Station Road from outside the property known as ‘Wellacres Farm’ to outside the property known as ‘Longmeadow’ for a distance of approximately 887 metres. The reason for the closure is to carry out Level Crossing barrier maintenance and adjustment works. The road is expected to be closed from 23:00 on the 26th February 2024 until 05:00 on the 27th February 2024 only or until the works have been completed. For further information, please contact Gloucestershire Highways on 08000 514 514 or visit www.gloucestershire.gov.uk.
Alternative Route – as signed on site. Emergency access will be maintained. Pedestrian access will not be maintained for safety reasons.
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Glos. Highways have advised of the following road closure:
• Clay Lane, Paxford
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 04/03/2024 to 08/03/2024 to allow for blockage clearance work by Openreach.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Take a look at the latest 'Cotswold Roundup' from Cotswold District Council, they are launching a Housing Strategy Consultation and want to hear from residents!
Have your say here
Chipping Campden Library is launching a 'Share a Poem' group Every Friday 14.30-15.30 starting 23rd February.
*You don’t need to love poetry to love Share a Poem. *A Book Group without loads of reading. *A relaxing way of making new friends. *Poetry inspired conversations about life in general
For more details and to book take a look here
The January edition of 'Business Matters', news and info. for Cotswold District's business can viewed online here
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks
A rolling programme of roadworks will take place in various areas, including several in and around Blockley.
Click here to see details
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The November edition of Business Matters, news and info. for Cotswold District's business can viewed online here
The latest edition of THE VOICE magazine December 2023- January 2024 can viewed online here
JOB VACANCY: St George's Hall, Blockley, seeks a new Hall Manager. Part-time role, full details here
Gloucestershire Libraries
have a range of experiences for people of all ages and backgrounds as well as core offerings which happen on a weekly basis. Join others in a warm and welcoming space!
Take a look at the digital version of
What's On here
to find out about Book Clubs, Saturday Clubs, Christmas Craft Markets, Poetry Cafes and Christmas Crafts.
Do you love poetry? Have a passion to share it? We also have details of Gloucestershire Libraries Share a Poem initiative which they hope to extend to Moreton-in-Marsh library.
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Cotswolds Food Network is hosting a FREE Christmas Community Event on 12th December at the Redesdale Hall, Moreton in Marsh 2-6pm
it includes Arts & Crafts, Circus Skills, a FREE raffle, disco and food & drink. For more information take a look here
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Cotswolds Winter Holiday And Food (HAF) programme includes lots of activities including Forest School Days, Christmas Activities, Trips and Panto. Bookings open 4th December.
For more information take a look here
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Advance Notice of Road Closure:
Pudlicott Lane, Chipping Campden
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 09:30 to 15:30 on 02/02/2023 for BT pole testing work by Openreach.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
Notification of Road closure :
Draycott Road from 22.01.24 - 24.01.24
see Map for details.
Emergency access will be maintained
Cotswold District Council has launched its budget consultation to gather views from as many residents and businesses as possible to help inform budget plans for the 2024/25 financial year. The consultation is open until midnight on Friday 8 December. All findings will be shared with councillors before they make decisions on the budget at a meeting of the Council in February 2024.
See the poster - click here
For more information on the budget consultation please visit: your.cotswold.gov.uk.
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 19.10.23 - 29.10.23
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 05.10.23 - 15.10.23
The October Edition of THE VOICE, parish magazine is available online here!
Advance notice of temporary road closure
Station Road, Blockley
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 08:30 to 16:30 on 27/11/23 to allow for use of a crane to remove a dangerous tree by Chris Arnold Tree Surgery Ltd.
Emergency access will be maintained.
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 21.09.23 - 01.10.23
NOTICE OF VACANCIES Blockley Parish Council.
Due to the resignation of 2 councillors we are looking for 2 new councillors.
We are a small, friendly and dedicated group who are passionate about keeping our parish beautiful and a great place to live. If you care about your community please consider giving a little time to help keep it a wonderful place to live!
For more details contact the Parish Clerk
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 14.09.23 - 24.09.23
Would you like Solar Panels for your home?
Cotswold District Council has teamed up with MakeMyHouseGreen (MMHG) to launch Cotswold Home Solar to help Cotswold residents get solar panels on their homes. MMHG will be able to support you through the specification, purchase and operation of domestic solar panels, home storage batteries and electric vehicle chargers.
The Cotswold Home Solar scheme aims to give householders thinking about solar technology greater confidence and understanding when weighing up the options, with no sales pressure. If you're interested in learning more about Cotswold Home Solar, click on the link below.
Many residents are currently struggling with rising living costs. That’s why it’s important to know what help and support is available now – that could benefit you, a relative, friend or neighbour.
Cotswold District Council has a great Cost of Living hub full of useful links & advice
Cotswold District Council Roundup
September Issue
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 07.09.230 - 17.09.23
Gloucestershire County Council
Gloucestershire Call for Sites - Gypsy, Roma, Traveller, Travelling Showpeople & Bargee communities.
For more information click here.
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 31.08.23 - 09.10.23
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Know Your Numbers Week 4th-10th September:
local drop-ins for blood pressure checks
Gloucestershire NHS is giving people the chance to drop in for blood pressure checks during 'Know Your Numbers Week', starting with 10am-3pm on Monday at The Cross in Gloucester, then Tewkesbury, Stroud, Cinderford, and Cheltenham.
Click here for a full list of days and venues.
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GCC Adult Social Care Charging Policy Review - Opinions Invited
Gloucestershire County Council wants to hear the views and experiences of those who are affected by its Adult Social Care charging policy, which is under review. You can give your views using their online survey, which closes on 8th September.
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Have your say on Gloucestershire’s economy
Residents and businesses are being invited by Gloucestershire County Council to give their views on what priorities they would like to see included in a new economic strategy for Gloucestershire. The consultation ends on 15th September.
Go to Survey
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 24.08.23 - 03.09.23
THE VOICE Parish Magazine
September Issue
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin
for 17.08.23 - 27.08.23
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Blockley Parish Council send HUGE congratulations to the organisers of PAXFEST who raised an amazing £8000 for local charities and had a lot of fun whilst doing it!
‘PAXFEST’Cotswold Village Music Festival raises £8000 for Local Charities
Nearly 500 people gathered at Paxford Village Green on Saturday 29th July to enjoy the music festival 'PaxFest'. Bands came from across the South to raise money for four charities in the area. The funky acid jazz band ‘Tunehead’ headlined, supported by acts that included ‘The Peas’ from Warwick, ‘Firewatchers' from Malvern and ‘Alex and the Wonderland' travelling from South London.
After morning showers, the sun emerged in the afternoon to entice people to the event. PaxFest was enjoyed by people of all ages and brought the 300-strong community of Paxford together along with visitors from nearby Blockley, Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh and Shipston. Geoff Bolam, local musician and organiser of PaxFest said, “We set out to create a proper music festival covering a range of musical genres, with talented artists playing some of their own material along with more familiar songs. I’m delighted by the success of PaxFest - it’s great to be able to support local charities, promote talented musicians and have a lot of fun at the same time!”
PaxFest was sponsored by 13 local business with local builders NJN Design and Build Ltd, Northcot Brick and the Co-op making substantial donations.
Four local charities will receive £2000 each. They are Katharine House Hospice in Moreton, North Cotswold Foodbank, Blockley Educational Trust and Paxford Village Hall.
Photo credits Antonia Deutsch
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NEW BUS SERVICE! Community Connexions
There is a NEW bus service which offers a pre-bookable service into Moreton in Marsh or Stow on the World,
it is also available for Group Hire for clubs or special trips.
For more information click here
Cotswold District Council's Business Matters
June Newsletter
Cotswold Roundup - May
Click here for details
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF 400533 SCHOOL LANE (Blockley Parish) Cotswold District
Effective from 22.04.23 - 02.06.23
URGENT ROAD CLOSURE B4035 – County Boundary to Craxfield House (Blockley and Ebrington Parishes)
Effective from 5th May for up to 5 days
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 20.04.23 - 30.04.23
Click here for details
Coronation Tea Party - Vicarage Garden
Join Rev. Dana Delap in the Vicarage Garden to hear the Coronation Bells ring 3.00-3.30pm Saturday 6th May Tea & Scones afterwards
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 20.04.23 - 30.04.23
Click here for details
Cotswold District Council Business Matters Newsletter
The April Edition of CDC Business Matters Newsletter is available here
April Cotswold Roundup
The April Edition of Cotswold Roundup from Cotswold District Council is available here
Interested in learning about a career in Woodlands or Forestry?
The Landworkers' Alliance and their partners are running various day- and overnight- tasters at working woodlands around Gloucestershire and Bristol. These events are designed to support underrepresented or underprivileged young people in the local area. The funded days are an opportunity for 18-28 year olds to explore forestry work and woodland management. No prior experience of forestry work is required. A small travel bursary is available. For more information please click here
A consultation on division boundaries for Gloucestershire has begun!
Today is the start of a 10-week public consultation inviting proposals for new council divisions and division boundaries for Gloucestershire.
If you represent a local organisation or community group have your say via the consultation portal
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Gloucestershire Mentoring Programme is doing valuable work with young girls and those who identify as girls to help support and mentor them through life's challenges. This wonderful initiative is seeking new volunteer mentors who are interested in working with young people so that the next generation have the opportunities they deserve.If you are interested in becoming a mentor they have a full training programme.
Here is their March issue update
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 26.03.23 - 02.04.23 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
Emergency Road Closure notification 400759 ROSE BANK TO WAR MEMORIAL PAXFORD (BLOCKLEY PARISH) COTSWOLD DISTRICT This Notice comes into force on the 22nd March 2023 and will continue for up to 21 days
The latest issue of Cotswold Business Matters Newsletter from Cotswold District Council is available here
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 17th - 26th March 2023 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
PUBLIC CONSULTATION
HABERDASHERS, BELL LANE, BLOCKLEY
Following discussion with Blockley Parish Council and District councillor Sue Jepson, IMRE Property Developments invite residents to a public consultation event to view the detailed development plans for the proposed residential development at: Haberdashers, Bell Lane, Blockley
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Notifcation of Road Closure : School Lane, Blockley
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 22/05/23 to 02/06/23 to allow for sewer repair work by Severn Trent Water
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 9th - 19th March 2023 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
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GLOUCESTERSHIRE LOCAL RESILIENCE FORUM has a useful booklet which provides information for residents on dealing with various emergency situations such as flooding, extreme weather conditions, loss of power. Download a copy now and keep it handy, it could save your life!
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YOUR VOTE IS YOUR VOICE!
Residents will need photo ID to vote at local elections on 4 May. Make sure your voice is heard.
For more information check here.​
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 2nd March - 12th March 2023 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
Advance notification of road closure: TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF B4479 LOWER STREET UPDATED DATES OF CLOSURE *** Please be advised that this closure has been delayed and will now run from 13/03/23 to 31/03/23. All other details remain the same ***(BLOCKLEY PARISH) The reason for the closure is to undertake wall repairs. The road is expected to be closed from the only or until the works have been completed, whichever is the later
For the February issue of The Voice Magazine, Clare Turner, Chair of Blockley Parish Council has contributed this article in which she updates residents on the work of BPC and in particular the much needed planned future Highways repairs which are scheduled
The latest issue of Cotswold Business Matters Newsletter from Cotswold District Council is available here
UPDATE ON ROAD CLOSURE:
*** Unfortunately due to issues on site, these works have been delayed and will now finish on 03/03/23. All other details remain the same ***
• Greenway Road, Blockley
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 06/02/23 to allow for water main replacement work by Thames Water.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk
The Robin
The Robin is a rural transport service that’s being piloted – so the more it’s used – and the more feedback you can send to GCC who are managing the service – the more it’s likely that the service will be retained and improved to better meet needs and serve members of the community who may have difficulty accessing transport. For more information take a look here
Please feel free to let me parishclerk@blockley.org know your views and experience, heading your email Robin feedback (which I can pass on) or of course you can contact Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) directly
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The February edition of the Cotswold Roundup from Cotswold District Council can be viewed here
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 09.02.23 - 19.02.23 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
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Gloucestershire County Council (GCC) wants your views on how transport can be decarbonised –
The council, along with all other Gloucestershire authorities, declared a climate emergency in 2019 and the county council adopted a Climate Change Strategy. This strategy saw the council set out the following carbon reduction targets:
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The county council’s own operational emissions to be net zero by 2030
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Emissions from all sources across the county to be net zero by 2050
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The county to work with partners to deliver an 80% reduction in emissions by 2030, relative to 2005.
In 2020, the county council strengthened its targets further, committing to reaching net zero emissions from all sources across the county by 2045.
Gloucestershire County Council want to hear from as many people as possible, so please take the survey - https://haveyoursaygloucestershire.uk.engagementhq.com/journey-to-net-zero
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Help CPRE count the Cotswold stars by becoming a citizen scientist!
This year, the CPRE need you to help fill up the Cotswolds section of the interactive Star Count map! They’d love to see counts submitted to CPRE from every corner of the Cotswolds, including from towns just outside the area, like Cheltenham, Stroud, Gloucester, or Banbury. We can all join together to look up, get counting, and sending in our observations.
Taking part in Star Count is completely free, and can be done without any special equipment. You’ll be part of a nationwide citizen science project. Stargazers are asked to count the number of stars they can see (with the naked eye) within the constellation of Orion, and submit their count online. Visit www.cpre.org.uk/starcount to find out more and to register to take part.
The number of stars visible in Orion is a good indicator of the amount of light pollution affecting views of the night sky, and can be compared with previous data to show how our ability to see the stars is changing
Blockley Forum discusses topical issues that affect our community. Do come along to hear from local experts and have your say! See full programme here
Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 26.01.23 to 05.02.23 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
Draycott Village Recreational Trust recently benefitted from a Grant from Blockley Parish Council to provide some sports equipment for older children in the village. Here's a lovely thank you photo of a hardy bunch of parishioners braving the freezing fog. We're hoping the younger 'kids' in the village get a go in goal too!
The Rural Services Network has just launched a survey on The Cost of Living and are keen to encourage as many households as possible to complete the survey. Click here for more information and a link to the survey.
Research commissioned by the RSN last year shows rural areas are suffering more acutely from the rise in the cost of living compared to urban areas. The purpose of the survey is to understand more about rural household budgets at, what is, a very difficult time for many. Results from the survey will help them to engage more effectively with Government Departments, MPs and other policy makers.
Notification of Road Closure B4479 temporary closure. This road will be closed (as per attached plan) from 05.02.23 - 07.02.23 for level crossing barrier repairs.
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The January Issue of Cotswold Roundup - the monthly newsletter from Cotswold District Council is available online now - just click here
Notification of Road Closure Lower Street, Blockley. This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 06/03/23 to 24/03/23 to allow for boundary wall repair work by C R Leach.
BPC is delighted to welcome Steve Neill as a new councillor, Steve brings lots of enthusiasm and expertise particularly in the EV charging arena, something which as a council we are keen to embrace. Steve explains here what motivated him to get involved. You can make a difference too - we are looking for more energetic residents who care about their community to come and join us. To find out more click here
Notification of Road Closure Greenway Road will be closed for Water Main replacement from 16.01.23 to 17.02.23 click here for more details
The Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner (OPCC) in Gloucestershire is currently preparing a Strategic Needs Assessment to identify priorities for our Safer Gloucestershire plan and our Community Safety Partnerships. As part of the Strategic Assessment work, The OPCC is undertaking a Perceptions of Crime Survey - this is now live and can be accessed by the link below. The survey is open until WEDNESDAY 18 JANUARY 2023. https://gloucestershire-opcc.welcomesyourfeedback.net/perceptionofcrime
CDC Message re Bins & Recycling
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SUSPENDED Waste & Recycling Collections – 12 December. Due to the freezing temperatures and unsafe conditions underfoot for collection crews, we have taken the decision to suspended all waste and recycling collections for today. We are currently working with our waste contractor, Ubico, and considering the forecast for the next few days, before agreeing our catch up arrangements. Once these are confirmed, details will be available here: https://www.cotswold.gov.uk/binday For information on school closures across the county visit: https://closures.gloucestershire.gov.uk/ If you need to travel, keep safe and check your route before setting out in case of road closures.
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The Warm Welcome Project has a mission to support organisations to open their doors and provide a warm welcome for those struggling to heat their homes this winter.
They believe everyone should have a warm and welcoming space to go to this winter, which is why their network of community organisations, churches, libraries, businesses and other faith groups across the UK have opened their doors to provide exactly that.
It is a national scheme bringing together warm spaces across the country and helping communities looking to set up warm spaces in their area. You can look up warm spaces near you via their website and more are added all the time as they are set up. If any local groups/clubs want to set up a warm space they can get guidance on their website and also register their warm space so others can find it.
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Gloucestershire Mentoring Programme is doing valuable work with young girls and those who identify as girls to help support and mentor them through life's challenges. This wonderful initiative is seeking new volunteer mentors who are interested in working with young people so that the next generation have the opportunities they deserve.If you are interested in becoming a mentor they have a full training programme, the next session is on 9th January and you can book here
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Cotswold District Council has just published the Monthly Roundup.
To read about the latest news just click here
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In a joint initiative between Cakes & Co and Blockley Parish Council we are delighted to let you know that 'Souper Mondays' will launch on Monday 5th December at the Little Village Hall, Blockley. Every fortnight, all parishioners are welcome to come along from 1pm-4pm for homemade soup and company.
Ideal to beat the winter blues!
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The latest Cotswold District Council Business Matters newsletter has lots of information about help for local businesses and news of initiatives - if you run a local business then do check it out
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The ROBIN has landed!
A new bespoke Minibus service is now covering North Cotswolds. A GCC initiative, this on-demand serivce is designed to serve residents in two areas, North Cotswolds & Forest of Dean. To find out more check out this section of the Gloucestershire County Council website
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Community Support & Programmes for families during the cost-of-living crisis
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Holiday activities and food (HAF) programme for children in the Cotswolds and the Cotswold Connected Food programme
The Holiday Activity and Food Programme goes live on 1st December for bookings to activities. Below is the link to the Cotswold District programme which will run from 19th December – 22nd December. Families are encouraged to book activities through this link from 1st December 2022;
https://www.haf.worldjungle.org.uk/
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Free school meal holiday offer
Gloucestershire County Council will be providing food vouchers, £30 per eligible child for the entire two weeks rather than food hampers this winter holiday. If families have already registered they do not need to register again but if they wish to update their existing information they can do so by emailing to this address; childrensfund@gloucestershire.gov.uk
If you have not registered for holiday free school meals vouchers please do so via this link by 6th December 2022; https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/school-transport-and-free-school-meals/meals-during-school-holidays/holiday-free-school-meal-vouchers/holiday-free-school-meal-vouchers/#main
Vouchers will be sent out to families by email on 13th December 2022.
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Free Transport and helpline
Gloucestershire County Council have asked Barnardo’s to manage the holiday transport offer. If any families do not have access to transport and wish to get to activities beyond walking distance they can contact Barnardo’s directly. The County Council will also provide a helpline for families who are having difficulties with the children’s activity booking system (CABs). This will operate from 10am until 4pm weekdays. Information and details for both of these offers are currently being finalised and will be posted onto the county website soon, the link is below:
https://www.gloucestershire.gov.uk/education-and-learning/holiday-activities-and-food-programme/
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Cotswold Connected Community and Food Programme – Funding support for local projects
This programme is open to not-for-profit Voluntary and Community Sector organisations and Social Enterprises. We would also like to hear from individuals or small un-constituted groups with a great idea. Projects must demonstrate how the funding will be used to increase community resilience and enhance people’s lives. There may be such groups in your area:
Some useful links to community resources related to well-being and cost of living.
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Blockley C of E Primary School gives to our Local Food Banks. With the cost-of-living crisis biting, many more people are needing to use this resource. If you have any donations, please do drop them off at the school on the first Friday of every month by 9am term time
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Blockley Parish Council would like to thank resident William Walmsley of WJ Engineering for his kind offer to weld in place free of charge the D rings on the playground equipment in Churchill Close following a spate of damage that had taken place. We hope that this will put a stop to any further vandalisation
Thank you Will
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The Cost-of-Living Crisis - Cotswold District Council has a useful webpage detailing the sorts of support available, do click here to find out more.
There is also some great boiler advice here.
A great new initiative - Gardens of Hope meets at the War Memorial in Blockley on every other Sunday to chat, share, barter or sell homegrown seeds, fruit and vegetables. Next meet Sunday 30th October at 11am
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Gloucestershire County Council Roadworks Bulletin for 15.12.22 - 25.12.22 complete with a dynamic map, enabling drivers across the county to keep up to date with all the roadworks in their area
Our Chair, Clare Turner has contributed this article to the November issue of
The Voice Magazine - a great update on what has been happening with the Council over the past few months
Results of the Speed Survey 2022 PDF & Spreadsheet
Parish Celebrations of the Platinum Jubilee
The 2022 program for The Blockley Forum, click here
There are 5 vacancies on the Parish Council, so if you would like to contribute to your community please get in touch. Our councillors work hard to achieve the best for the parish and are committed to ensuring fair representation. We are particularly interested in hearing from residents in Draycott and Paxford which currently have no councillors. The council meet 10 times/year (no meetings August & December). If you would like to know more please email parishclerk@blockley.org.uk
Notice of public rights and publication of unaudited annual governance and accountability return - Accounts for the year ended 31 March 2021 - See here
Public consultations, action plan and strategy
2021
Councillors worked with the Clerk to draft a questionnaire which was hosted online by freeonlinesurveys.com. The survey was live for one month and launched on 1st February 2021. Respondents were invited to complete the survey either online or using a paper copy which the clerk then added to the online response. BPC advertised the survey through its website, social media (Facebook) and noticeboards. The information was also shared through the Blockley primary school communication networks and on the well-used virtual Blockley Noticeboard page on Facebook. Residents living in close proximity to Churchill Close were alerted to the survey through hand-delivered correspondence.
2021
A paper setting out proposed actions for Blockley Parish Council, to address the Climate and Ecological Emergencies following a commitment to take action that was made in February 2021. Adopted by Blockley Parish Council 21/10/21.
2021
The strategy document is the result of a review and will direct the Parish Council in any decision making over the next four years (June 2021-August 2025).
