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Peter Hetherington is leading a ‘leisurely’ six mile parish walk along the Thames from Benson on Sunday 2 July.
The walk starts at 10.00hrs.
Meet alongside the Waterfront Café. The walk is free and open to anyone who can walk the distance. No booking necessary.
Call 07767 647714 for more information.
Vale of White Horse and South Oxfordshire district councils have put together a new plan of action for the next four years to improve air quality and are asking residents to have their say on the proposals.
The current plans have been in place for eight to nine years and have been reviewed to ensure that the current pollutant levels are taken into account and that the right plans are in place to deal with the current obstacles. This has led to a new Joint Air Quality Action Plan for both districts, and the councils would like to hear what local organisations and residents think of it.
The councils say that over the last five years most places have seen a consistent reduction in one of the main pollutants which is measured, nitrogen dioxide. They say that this improvement can be attributed to a number of factors, including the work of previous air quality action plans, a change in behaviour with more people working from home and the use of cleaner vehicles such as electric vehicles.
Other proposals include promoting walking and cycling, the use of low emission vehicles, and increased use of public transport.
The councils would like residents’ views on the action plan and have devised a survey to collate opinions. The survey is available here and opened on 15 June and runs until 27 July.
It is a good time for the club on the field: After waiting a couple of years for all four senior teams to win on a Saturday, they did it again last weekend. Congratulations to all concerned.
This weekend we will have the normal Friday night junior training. Last week was amazing with a large number of juniors and parents present, glorious weather and a barbecue. Hopefully we’ll have the same again this week.
This weekend the 1st team are away at Wargrave, but the 2nds play Dinton at home, starting at 12.30. The 4th team v Chesterton – also at home – starts at 1pm. The 3rds are away to Tiddington. The bar is open from 1pm.
But the main event will be as was advertised last week – the group final of The Royal London Club Championship against Teddington, starting at 1pm on Sunday. It should be a great game and a wonderful day weather permitting. The winners go into last 16 of the cup with the final at Lords. It would be fantastic if we could have a large home support, all are welcome. Bar open from 1pm.
The two councils are asking residents to share their views and experiences of waste services across the districts, including household waste, recycling and food waste collections, bulky waste collections, street cleaning services, customer services and the councils’ waste and recycling information.
The feedback from the survey will help to identify which aspects of these services people are happy with as well as the areas which could be improved.
Your opinion really does matter – take the survey now by visiting – southandvale.gov.uk/WasteSurvey Comments are open until 11.59pm on Monday 10 July 2023.
If you have any questions or you require the survey in an alternative format (for example large print, Braille, audio, email, Easy Read and alternative languages) please email or call 01235 422146.
This waste survey focuses on services provided by South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils. It does not cover any questions relating to Household Waste Recycling Centres as these services are owned and managed separately by Oxfordshire County Council.
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Road Closure at Stoke Talmage, Stoke Talmage Road
A request has been received from OCU Group for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Stoke Talmage Road, whilst essential new HV overhead wires works are carried out.
A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate on 18 July 2023. This will operate between 09:30 and 15:30.
A copy of the drawing showing the extent of the closure and also the alternative routes for traffic is attached.
Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Paulsons on 07545 0750621 or email
Firstly, can we thank everyone who came down to the club last weekend, it was a glorious evening with sun, music and pizza. The fact that all four senior teams won on Saturday only added to the party atmosphere. A good night one to remember.
This weekend, as well as the normal Friday night junior training, we have cricket on both Saturday and Sunday.
On Saturday the first team host a Wokingham team riding high in the league – start time 11.00 – whilst the 3rd team host Dinton 2nd team from 1pm. The bar opens from 1pm.
On Sunday Sydenham are playing a game against Bradenham from 1pm.
Looking forward a week, on Sunday 18th June, we will host Teddington in what is effect the last 32 of the National Club Knockout Cup. It should be a memorable day so join us if you can.
As ever more details and how to join us are on the club website – astonrowantcc.com.
The owners of the now-closed Shepherds Crook in Crowell have applied to SODC for a change of use. The goal is for the pub to become a three-bedroom home.
Many think that the pub could be run profitably and so should be retained. If you have thoughts do tell SODC before it’s too late.
The application is here: https://data.southoxon.gov.uk/ccm/support/Main.jsp?MODULE=ApplicationDetails&REF=P23/S1704/FUL
Please do so ASAP – by Monday 12 June. The consultation period closes officially on 10 June but ‘late’ comments are likely to be considered too.
Adwell Vintage Vehicle Show takes place on Sunday, 9th July and will feature a variety of cars, trucks, commercial vehicles, and vintage farm machinery.
For those who want a quiet walk, the Adwell Gardens are open and the roses should be in full bloom. There is no extra charge for visiting the gardens, and there will be a charity Pimms tent on the lawn for those who need a refreshing drink.
This year there’s a new element, a dog show.
The charity supported by the show this year is the Goed Life. The Goed Life enhances the lives of people with learning disabilities, helping them find meaningful employment while offering support to them and their families. thegoedlife.com gives more detail on what it does.
The show runs from 12:00 until 5:00.
Details of the show, and how to get tickets, is at adwellvintagevehicleshow.co.uk.
Saturday 3rd June sees the return of Sydenham Fayre – the first since 2019.
The event starts at 1230hrs and runs until 1600hrs.
More details about what’s on and parking is at sydenham-fayre.com.
The advice is to approach Sydenham from Thame and not Postcombe.
At last the weather has changed; whilst it is not red hot at least it should be dry.
This Saturday, as well as the normal cricket matches, we will be hosting the first of our Payday Parties, to be held on the first Saturday night of every month. After the May party being a wash out, we’re finally set to host an event down at the club.
That means pizza, drinks, live music and sun (hopefully) from 1800hrs onwards. It would be amazing to see as many people as possible down there.
A few highlights on the party:
– Groove Rider playing live
– DJ Spoon following after
– Camden Hells at £3 a pint
– Gin and tonics at £3.75
In terms of cricket, the second team are at home to Tiddington – yet another local derby with a start at 12.30. The fourth team are at home to Waddesdon seconds, starting at 1300hrs.
Following their comprehensive win against Slough last weekend, the first team also won the latest round of the Royal London Club Knockout against Ealing. Details on next round will be published whenever we have them.
Friday night junior training will be as normal with bar from 1800hrs.
Please look at astonrowantcc.com for more details and membership details.