Parish Councillor Vacancies

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VACANCIES FOR THREE NETTLEBED PARISH COUNCILLORS A chance to make a real difference in your village Two vacancies have arisen on Nettlebed Parish Council, and we’re looking for people who care about our village to step forward and get involved. This is your chance to help shape the future of our village Ask yourself: Do you want to help make Nettlebed an even better place to live? Are you passionate about supporting your local community? Do you have time, ideas or skills that could benefit the village? Do you want to make a difference to the lives of those around you? Are you concerned about local issues, from planning to play areas, footpaths, allotments, or speeding traffic coming though the village? Do you want to give residents a voice in decisions that matter? If any of this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you. Being a parish councillor isn’t a big time commitment — just 1–2 hours a week, and meetings are held on the first Tuesday of the month...
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Fancy a Challenge? Allotment Plots Available!

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Not for the faint-hearted—but perfect for those who love a bit of hard work and the rewards that come with it! If you’re up for growing your own fruit, veg, and flowers while enjoying the great outdoors, we have allotment plots available at Nettlebed Allotments.🌱 There are currently some vacant plots, but leaving them untended affects neighbouring plots—think weeds and grass seeds! The dedicated allotment tenants have worked hard to keep their plots thriving, and we need new tenants to help restore balance. So, we’re looking for keen growers ready to roll up their sleeves and bring these plots to life! As an incentive this year, new tenants can have their first 12 months FREE! The allotments are situated in a lovely setting on the edge of the Nettlebed overlooking farmland between the A4130 and B481. Interested? Contact the Clerk at clerk@nettlebed-pc.gov.uk or call 01491 614815 to claim your plot! 🌿 The allotment land is leased by Nettlebed Parish Council from the Nettlebed Estate ...
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Nettlebed’s Annual Litter Pick – Saturday, 29th March

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Nettlebed's Annual Spring Clean & Litter Blitz will take place this year on Saturday 29th March. Meet at the Community Car Park at 10am. Once again, The White Hart will be offering free tea, coffee and sandwiches to volunteers after the litter pick. If you would like to go, speak to Jo Pugh, Parish Clerk on the day so numbers can be passed on to The White Hart. ...
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Garden waste scheme changes – South Oxfordshire District Council

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From 1 April 2025 we will be introducing a permit scheme which will change the way that you pay for your garden waste collection. This also means that your payment date will change.You’ll be able to purchase your new permit from the end of February. What residents need to do: • From late February, visit www.southandvale.gov.uk/GardenWastePermit to make a one-off, annual payment for garden waste collections. • When you receive the permit in the post, you must to stick it to the lid of your brown bin. When we move to the new permit system we will no longer collect bins that do not display the year's permit sticker. Garden waste customers can also sign up for an online account on the SODC website to make things easier when they purchase the next permit in 2026. Anyone who cannot easily signup for a permit online can call SODC on 01235 422422 for support. Visit the New Garden Waste FAQ page for more information and PLEASE let SODC...
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Cost of Living Payments Scan

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This message is being shared on behalf of Oxfordshire Trading Standards - sent wider to keep those we support safe.   Cost of Living payments scam There are Criminals (scammers) attempting to get personal information from residents by sending out texts suggesting that residents are eligible for Cost of Living payments. If you have had a message asking you to apply or contact someone about the Cost of living payment, this might be a scam.   If you are eligible for Cost of Living payments: • you'll be paid automatically • you do not need to apply for payment • you do not need to call or speak to anyone • please check spelling , Grammar, punctuation. • The use of Language.   An example of the type of text message you may receive. “ Please note that after deliberation by the government, it has been decided that the Living allowance from 2023 to 2024 will be fully applied and...
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Shedquarters is now open

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It’s been a slow process getting the project started but it’s finally open and is welcoming people along.  The main purpose of the Shed is to help improve the well-being and loneliness of mainly men but women too.  The Shed is equipped with a huge range of wood and metal working tools for people to be trained on (or show their experience) and make their own projects or take part in community projects.  There’s tea and coffee provided and an experienced team of day leaders to share their knowledge. It’s a welcome place to meet new friends and learn new skills or share your own experiences.  Or just come along for a chat and a cup of tea. Please check the website for more information.https://shedquarters.org.uk/ ...
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Nettlebed and District Good Neighbour Scheme

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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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