Are you under 25?
Do you need funding for education / vocational purposes?
Apply by midnight on Saturday 24 January 2026
For application form and further information contact: nettlebededucationaltrust@gmail.com
WHO CAN APPLY?
School children and young adults under the age of 25 that are either resident in the parish of Nettlebed or attending or have attended Nettlebed Community School
You must be in real need of financial assistance (detailed criteria is available with the application). The household the child/student lives in must have a joint income of less than £35,000.
WHAT CAN I APPLY FOR?
Funding for educational or vocational purposes including training in sports, arts or languages and field trips.
More details on application.
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Oxfordshire County Council are offering free rolls of food caddy liners to residents during December, through their Oxfordshire Recycling partnership with all Oxfordshire councils.
Many households buy and eat more food over the festive period, and because of this, the amount of food waste collected goes up. Remember that food waste is not just wasted food, it also includes the inedible parts of the food we buy - peelings and bones as well as things like tea bags and coffee grounds.
At this time of year households often have more sprout peelings, turkey bones and potato peelings to recycle.
If you can't home-compost your food waste, recycling it using the food waste collection service is the best thing to do with it.
Collect a free roll of caddy liners from any Oxfordshire Library in December (while stocks last!)
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St Bartholomew's Nettlebed
Sunday 21st December at 4pm
Carols with Nativity
Staring Mary & Joseph, baby Jesus the Three Kings, Shepherds, the sheep, the angels and the Star!
And...A very special guest 'TuTu' the donkey!
All welcome to join the nativity and choir!
For more details or to join the scratch choir, please contact John and Tamaraemail: jt@jt-comms.com
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Primary school place - you must apply now
If your child was born on or between 1 September 2021 and 31 August 2022, you need to apply for a primary school place now.
You must still apply even if your child already attends a nursery attached to the school.
Deadline for applications is 15 January 2026.
Apply online at: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/primaryadmissions
it's quick, easy and secure.
You can get free access to the internet at many of our libraries and children's centres - ask for details at your local facility.
For help and information:Web: www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/primaryadmissionsEmail: admissions.school@oxfordshire.gov.ukTel: 01865 519800 Option 2
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Hi Nettlebed,
The Nettlebed Christmas fair is this Saturday 22nd November 10am - 4pm. At Nettlebed village hall.
We have 36 stalls attending selling fabulous gifts, produce, crafts, treats and much more including some delicious food to eat in or take away.
Santa will be there in his grotto with his merry elves. It’s £8 per child, each child will receive a gift. Santa will read you a story & there may even be some festive magic
Entry is £3, children are free.
We also have a Pop up coffee and tea shop with cakes to eat in or take away.
Or come and enjoy a glass of fizz or a mulled wine while you shop.
More details are on the poster attached below.
Merry Christmas
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New bus timetable for 620 from 1 September 2025
112, 113
112 timetable - from 30 March 2025
Watlington to Central Reading
via Nettlebed, Sonning Common (112), Gallowstree Common (113), Emmer Green, Caversham
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620
620 timetable - from 1 September 2025
Princes Risborough to Henley College
via Chinnor, Lewknor, Watlington, Chalgrove & Nettlebed
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We’re once again looking for volunteers to help clean our village road signs!
Last year, your incredible efforts made a huge difference to the appearance of Nettlebed. Whether you're a returning volunteer or joining us for the first time, we'd love your help.
The Parish Council have arranged to borrow a couple of cleaning kits for a few weeks. Even just an hour of your time can make a big impact. Why not gather your family or a few friends—or head out solo—and clean a few signs at your own pace?
If you are interested, please get in touch with us at: clerk@nettlebed-pc.gov.uk
Let’s come together once more to keep our village looking its best!#CommunitySpirit #Volunteer #KeepNettlebedBeautiful #Nettlebed
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