History of Nettlebed

Early history The origin of the name Nettlebed is unknown. There are various theories. One is that Roman soldiers in the 1st and 2nd centuries AD rubbed nettles on their limbs to keep warm on marches. Another well known fact is that nettles yield a thread which can be made into a linen cloth. Many homes at the end of the 18th century had sheets and table cloths made from nettles which grow in abundance around the area. Nettlebed remained part of the manor of Benson until the late 13th century hence it was not mentioned in the  Domesday Book which was a record of the ownership of manorial land. Nettlebed has been an inhabited area for centuries and many middle Stone age implements found in earthworks in a Highmoor trench are now in the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. At Digberry farm there are little-known remains of a Roman encampment with squared ramparts reaching as high as fifteen feet in places. Grimm's...
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Nettlebed and District Good Neighbour Scheme

Coffee Mornings Third Tuesday of each month, join us for coffee, tea, cake and sausage rolls - just turn up at Nettlebed Village Club. Price: £1 per personTime: 10.15 - 11.30 am - no booking required Lunch Club First Tuesday of each month. A two course lunch with tea/coffee at the Nettlebed Village Club. Price: £5 per personTime: 12.00 for 12.30pm - Booking EssentialContact Sue Abbott: 07968 870408 Shopping trips Handybus and Comet Bus to Henley – fortnightly (alternate Tuesdays and Thursdays). This service is for those who do not have access to private or public transport and is provided free thanks to the support from Parish Councils and Grant funding. Booking EssentialContact Claire: 01491 640805 Transport Do you need a lift to your medical appointment (or to attendLunch/Coffee)? Contact Wendy: 01491 641597 Can you help offer some time to drive people to their appointments? Call Wendy: 01491 641597 ...
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HOW SAFE IS YOURELECTRIC BLANKET? FREE ELECTRIC BLANKET CHECKS IN OXFORDSHIRE

Make sure your blanket is safe to use this winter. Join Us and bring a friend for free refreshments and information about keeping safe and well. BOOKING INFORMATION. To book your safety check appointmentCall: 01865 895999, Option 3 or Email: duty.officer@oxfordshire.gov.uk.Online Booking: https://service.oxfordshire.gov.uk/blankettesting(Pre-booked appointments only on a strictly first come first served basis) Limited collections from your house for those who are unable to get to us.Please tell them when you make your booking that you need a collection SEPTEMBER 2024Monday 16th Oxford CityTuesday 17th South OxfordshireWednesday 18th CherwellThursday 19th West OxfordshireFriday 20th Vale of White HorseMonday 30th Oxford City OCTOBER 2024Tuesday 1st South OxfordshireWednesday 2nd CherwellThursday 3rd West OxfordshireFriday 4th Vale of White Horse ...
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Climate Change Survey

Climate Outreach at Oxfordshire County Council are working on a climate engagement plan across Oxfordshire to further action on carbon reduction and climate resilience at a local level.  Thank you for your support in supporting the process this far. The Climate Engagement Survey is now live and we need your help to get as many responses from across the county as possible.  Please click below: Climate Action Survey: Knowledge, Attitude and Practices | Let's Talk Oxfordshire What should I do now? Click on the survey link above and answer the questions. Tell your friends, neighbours and local groups about this survey. Post it on your social media for your online communities in Oxfordshire. ...
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Calling all volunteers!

Calling All Volunteers!  We're seeking volunteers to help with Road Sign Cleaning!  Last time, our amazing volunteers cleaned the roadside signs and made a HUGE difference to the look of our village -  it was a fun too!  Can you help again? The Parish Council can arrange to borrow a couple of kits for a few weeks. Even just an hour of your time cleaning would make a difference. Why not get the family together or a few friends, or even go out on your own and spend an hour or so making your way around the signs in the village?  Interested? Please contact us at parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk. Let's come together to keep our village beautiful!  #CommunitySpirit #Volunteer #KeepOurVillageBeautiful #Nettlebed ...
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Annual Parish Meeting – Tuesday, 14th May at 7pm

Please come along to the Annual Parish Meeting on Tuesday, 14th May at 7pm - Village Club (Small Hall) The following groups/organisations will be providing informal updates: The Creamery, Beechcroft Developments, Nettlebed District Commons Conservators, Nettlebed District Good Neighbour Scheme, Citizens Advice, St Bartholomew's Church, Nettlebed Sports Association, Nettlebed Art Society, Nettlebed Royal British Legion, Nettlebed Music and Dancing Club, Quiz League and possibly a few more. The Chairman of the Parish Council will also provide an update on what your Council have been doing for the village. This is a free event - wine, soft drinks and nibbles free on entry. Hope to see you there! ...
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Asian Hornets – please help protect our honeybee population

The British Beekeeping Association have asked if we could all watch and share this video widely, to help protect our honeybee population as Asian Hornet numbers grow just across the Channel. You may see traps in the countryside, which are all part of creating a national grid of trackers. It will take less than two minutes to view. Thank you. Video Link ...
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Temporary Road Closure at Nuffield, Kit Lane at RG9 5TD from 29th April – 7th May 2024 9.30am – 3.30pm

Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure at Nuffield, Kit Lane at RG9 5TD A request has been received from Sunbelt Rentals for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of Road between Whitcalls Lane and English Lane whilst essential civils works to be undertaken, duct lay and 4 new boxes  works are carried out. A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 29 April 2024 up to and including 07 May 2024. This will operate between 09:30 and 15:30 weekdays. TM is removed and highway returned to full use by 15.30 every day and over the weekend (The maximum duration of a TTRO on a road is 18 months and on a footpath is 6 months, or until completion of the works, whichever is the earlier.) Notice of intention to make the Order will be published in the local press. A copy of the drawing showing...
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Opportunities to get involved and make a difference!

Would you like to make a difference in your community? We need you! At the moment, Nettlebed Parish Council have five members (out of a possible eight) making decisions on behalf of all Nettlebed residents. That’s a lot of responsibility resting on the shoulders of just five people! We are calling out to the community for three new co-opted members – in particular, people who are: interested in the school and playarea or have a head for finances, or are passionate about the environment, or are interested in planning, or are simply interested in making Nettlebed an even better place to live! Whether you’re a seasoned resident, or relatively new to Nettlebed, if you have a couple of  spare hours a week, we would welcome your enthusiasm and fresh perspective. Interested? Contact the Clerk for a chat on 01491 614815 or email parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk for an application form, or download APPLICATION FORM. To hear about what’s going on in our community from local groups and organisations, please come along to the...
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