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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Great turn out for the Annual Litter Pick

Once again, we had an amazing group of volunteers turn out for the Annual Litter Pick - and at least three more joined in the effort! It's heartwarming to see our community coming together to make a difference. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped to keep our village clean and beautiful. Let's keep up the fantastic work! #CommunitySpirit#LitterFreeVillage If you spot any fly tipping, you can report it on FixMyStreet.com SAVE THE DATE! The Annual Parish Meeting (not a Parish Council meeting) is being held on 14th May at 7pm in the Village Club (Small Hall). This is an informal event, and your chance to hear updates from some village clubs and groups, the Citizens Advice Bureau, local businesses, and an update from the Parish Council. Plus, enjoy some wine and nibbles while you catch up with fellow members of the community. Look forward to seeing you! If you would you, or your group/organisation would like to speak, or to submit a...
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Digital Clinics for Patients at the Nettlebed Surgery

Age UK Oxfordshire will be holding four Digital Clinics for patients of the Nettlebed Surgery. The aim is to support patients to get online safely, develop their online skills and build their confidence. An Age Uk Oxfordshire Scams Awareness adviser will also be available to speak to at each session. These sessions are free of charge and are being held at the Fish Centre, 83 Lea Road, Sonning Common, RG4 9LJ on the below dates. Tuesday 13th & Thursday 22nd February 2 - 4pm Tuesday 12th & Thursday 21st March, 12pm - 2pm Contact us for more information and to book your space:01235 849 434community@ageukoxfordshire.org.ukwww.ageuk.org.uk/oxfordshire ...
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Is your child 3 or 4 years old?

If your child was born on or between 1 September 2019 and 31 August 2020, 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 2024 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/primaryadmissions Email: admissions.schools@oxfordshire.gov.uk Tel: 0345 241 2487 ...
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Nettlebed Parish Council – Full Council Minutes – 3rd October

Draft Minutes for the Full Council meeting held on 3rd October. The next full council meeting is on 7th November. The Parish Council currently has three vacant seats. If you think you would like to become a member and help to make Nettlebed an even better place to live in, please contact the Clerk for more information.parish.clerk@nettlebed-pc.org.uk ...
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Temporary Road Closure and “No Waiting” restriction at – Henley-Bix-Nettlebed, A4130 Bix Duals on 26-27 June

Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure and “No Waiting” restriction at - Henley-Bix-Nettlebed, A4130 Bix Duals In the interests of public safety, it will be necessary for Oxfordshire County Council to close the road and impose a ‘No Waiting’ restriction as detailed above to facilitate carriageway patching work. A temporary Notice is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 26/06/2023 to 27/06/2023 (one night from 20:00hrs to 06:00hrs). A Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice is being made to implement the temporary closure and restriction and will operate on the days shown above. Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only. Access will be maintained for emergency service vehicles and for those frontages within the closure area, subject to the progress of the works and liaison with the works supervisor. See Drawing showing the extent of the closure and restriction and also the alternative route for traffic. Further information regarding the...
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Nettlebed Fete – Saturday 24th June

Hi Nettlebed,Hope you are enjoying this lovely weather. Saturday is looking sunny and warm for the fete. The countdown has begun for Nettlebed village fete. In case you don't know it’s this Saturday 24th June 2pm till 5pm.The preparations are coming along nicely. It’s going to be a fun day for all.One thing we do desperately need are donations.Everyone is always incredibly generous, so thank you all in advance. Wanted Bottles of boozeUnwanted giftsToiletriesToysBric and BracBooksClothes, kids and adultsCakes (on the Day)Plants (on the day) I will be at the pavilion taking donations on Tuesday 20th June 6:30 till 8pm and Friday 23rd 3pm till 8pm. Cake and plant donations can be dropped off Friday or Saturday morning from 10am. Don’t forget the fancy dress wheelbarrow race is at the beginning of the fete. If you are taking part you and your partner need to be on the start line at 2pm for a 2:05pm start.Over 18’s only.New this year  “Tug Of War competition”Get your team...
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Your Waste Services – Have Your Say

Communication from the Waste Team - South Oxfordshire District Council We have recently launched a survey to find out what residents think about our waste and recycling services, this includes household waste, recycling and food waste collections, bulky waste collections, street cleaning services, customer services and the councils’ waste and recycling information. The feedback received to the survey will help us identify satisfaction levels  with our waste and recycling services and highlight areas for improvement. Residents can complete the survey online now at – public link to the surveyor click on the poster. Comments are open until 11.59pm on Monday 10 July 2023. ...
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