Ist Nettlebed Brownies ( Founded in 1969)
Nettlebed Brownies have started their meetings again. The lovely weather has made meeting outside a real bonus. We are working on the Anglia Buzz Challenge Badge consisting of six themes, our aim is to have completed this by the end of the Term.
We currently have spaces for girls aged between 7 and 10 years of age. So if there are any families with girls who might be interested in joining Nettlebed Brownies more information can be found on the Girlguiding UK website https://www.girlguiding.org.uk/information-for-parents/register-your-daughter/
"Brownies is about trying new things that teach girls aged seven to 10 about themselves, their community and their world. Brownies introduces girls to a world of new opportunities, challenges and fun. They get together with their friends at regular meetings where they learn new hobbies, get creative, develop skills and have outdoor adventures. As well as trying activities in their meetings, girls choose from interest badges related to things they want to know more about".
Also if any parent or adult ...
Nettlebed Parish Council has a vacancy for a Parish Councillor.
Do you want to make a positive difference in our village?
Would you like to influence decisions that affect your community?
You need to be willing to give up some of your time. How much depends on you and your commitment to work for your community without being paid.
Parish Council meets once a month (except August & December) usually on the first Tuesday of the month at the Village Club.
Meetings normally last around 1-2 hours.
You must be 18 or over, an elector and have been a resident or worked within 3 mils of the Parish for the last year. If you would like to be considered, please contact Jo Pugh, Parish Clerk at parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk.
ENTHUSIASM AND COMMITMENT ARE MORE IMPORTANT THAN EXPERIENCE
For more information go to:
What is a Parish Council and Why become a Parish Councillor
Parish Councillor Job Role
If you are interested, in the role, please contact the Parish Clerk for more details: parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk...
With residents help 20mph could be recognised as the speed limit through Nettlebed.
Nettlebed Parish Councillors will be distributing ‘20’s Plenty’ wheelie bin stickers to homes along the High Street and Watlington Street in an effort to help reduce the speed of traffic coming through the village. If you are delivered a sticker and do not want it (or don’t have a wheelie bin), would you please contact the Parish Clerk and we can arrange for it to be collected.
IN BRITISH SOCIAL ATTITUDES SURVEYS THREE QUARTERS OF PEOPLE SAY 20MPH IS THE RIGHT LIMIT FOR MOST LOCAL ROADS. IT IS BEST PRACTICE FOR HOME STREETS, TOWN CENTRES, SHOPPING AREAS AND WHERE PEOPLE WORK OR LEARN.*
Oxfordshire County Council decided in December 2020 to support 20mph in Oxfordshire – they are now working on the strategy, plans and timing to implement this.
A leader, yet to be appointed, will direct the initiative and create a project group which includes stakeholders such as 20’s Plenty...
REPAIRS TO THE WETPOUR SURFACE WILL BE CARRIED OUT ON FRIDAY 23RD APRIL.
We appreciate that as the weather is so lovely, this is disappointing news, however the work needs to be done as the annual RosPA inspection reported this as a potential trip hazard - so please bear with us and let's hope there are many more sunny days ahead and everyone can play safely.
Many thanks for your understanding.
Posted by Parish Clerk on behalf of Nettlebed Parish Council
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The Annual Parish Meeting is an opportunity for parishioners on the Electoral Roll for Nettlebed to raise any matters of concern to them that relates to their local community.
AGENDA – Annual Parish Meeting
This year will be a little different from previous years:
Firstly, it will be a virtual meeting held on Zoom – please contact the Clerk in advance of the meeting for the linkThe first part of the meeting will fill you in on what the Parish Council has achieved over the last two years, plans for the forthcoming year and how the precept money is being spent – the second part of the meeting is being hosted by Nettlebed Now community group and they will talk about the group and their ideas for improving life in the village.
If you have any matters you would like to raise at the meeting, please contact the Clerk at least one day in advance of the meeting, to allow time to prepare – however matters can...
There will be a service at St Bartholomew's this Sunday 11th April at 9.15am (please note early start!!) - everyone welcome.
Face masks must be worn, and we will socially distance in the pews.
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There will be a service at St Bartholomew's this Sunday 11th April at 9.15am (please note early start!!) - everyone welcome.Face masks must be worn, and we will socially distance in the pews.
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We are recruiting for a new Editor/Owner for our website - the current Editor is stepping down at the end of April so we are looking for someone to take over and administer the website and control the Nettlebed Network News emails.
Ideally, someone who is comfortable with WordPress websites and can devote a little time to helping the village that would be ideal.
If you are interested please write to the Editor today.
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Taken from the Facebook Watlington Town Notice Board Sat 13th March:
Attempted dog-napping at the end of Pyrton Lane, Watlington; vehicle was a white VW possibly Touran. It has been spotted on three occasions so far.
Keep your eyes peeled and your dogs safe. Try to walk with others where possible.
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