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Covid vaccine passport scam

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

The police are warning of a Covid vaccine passport scam email that is going around that purports to be from the NHS and informs recipients that they can apply for their “Digital Coronavirus Passports”

Clicking on the link within the email, leads to a convincing but fake NHS website that asks for personal and payment details – and an admin fee.

The website has since been taken down, but  similar emails and websites may be appear. Please be vigilant.

To reiterate, an individual’s vaccination status can be obtained free through the NHS App, website or by calling the NHS on 119.

18 June cricket training called off

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

Sadly the weather tonight (Friday 18 June) has meant that junior training has been called off. The bar, however, will be open, but no football will be shown.

Saturday 19 June, the 2nd and 3rd teams are playing at home. The bar will be open and the fish and chip van will be onsite from 7.30pm.

On Sunday 26th June the 1st team are playing Ealing at home in the next round of National Cup.

ARCC summer cricket camp

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

Aston Rowant Cricket Club is holding a summer camp for all junior members, friends and children in the surrounding area. The camp is on from 26-30th July, 9am to 4pm. It’s aimed children aged 6 to 14. All abilities are welcome.

The course is being run by Gordon Harris and Adam Muttitt. Gordon currently works as a games teacher at Gayhurst School and is an ECB level 2 coach. Adam works as a PE teacher at Caterham School and has just completed his ECB level 3 coaching qualification. The coaches volunteer for junior training on Fridays, are qualified and have been DBS checked.

The camp is being held at Aston Rowant Cricket Club, Butts Way, Aston Rowant and costs £35 per day or £150 for the week. A 15 percent sibling discount is available. For those needing it, an early drop-off or late collection is possible.

Contact for more information or to book in.

Bus service 275

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

Regrettably Oxfordshire County Council has had to withdraw funding for the Saturday service for the 275 bus with immediate effect following a consultation. The move comes as Covid has dented the demand for travel .

The change isn’t ideal but it preserves the route for users Monday to Friday.

Twelfth Night at ARCC

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

Aston Rowant Cricket Club, in association with Bear in the Air Productions, is putting on Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.

It’s on Sunday 22 August at 1800hrs.

This is a fund-raising event and a share of the ticket price goes to the club.

Adults: £13 / Concessions: £10
Children: £6.50 Under-5s: Free / Family: £35
Running time: 2 hours including a 20 minute interval

Booking: bearintheairproductions.com or at the venue on the day – Butts Way, Chinnor Road, Kingston Blount, OX39 4ST.

Impersonation of ARPC email addresses

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

It appears that a malevolent actor has found a way to impersonate email addresses from the parish council. While we are taking advice on what, if anything, we can do about it, the council is urging residents to act with caution if they receive an email, especially if it seeks financial information or private data.

ARCC bar opening times

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

The bar at the cricket club will be open this week as follows:

Friday         1800- 20:30 (ish)
Saturday     1200- close
Sunday       1200- 1900
Tuesday      1300- 1600
Thursday     1800 to 2030

Please note that it’s card only. Cash cannot be used.

Sydenham road closure 14-18 June

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984

Temporary Road Closure at Sydenham, Sydenham Road

A request has been received from Feltham Construction for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of Sydenham Road whilst carriageway improvement works are carried out.

A temporary Notice is being made to implement the temporary closures and will operate from the 14 June 2021 at 08:00 up to and including the 18 June 2021 at 17:00.

Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Graham Blackman at Feltham Construction on 01635 277100 or email

Parish Notes out

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

The latest issue of the Parish Notes is out and should have been posted through letterboxes by now. Those that want to read the issue online should navigate to Your Community > Parish Notes.

Riverside outdoor pool and campsite to reopen

/in News/by Adam Bernstein

The Riverside outdoor heated pool and campsite in Wallingford will reopen for its full summer season from the May bank holiday weekend under Covid-19 safety guidelines.

The pool’s reopening is subject to there being no further changes to Covid guidelines, and there are some additional rules, including:

  • sessions must be booked in advance via the Better UK App or on the Better UK website
  • a reduced capacity for the number of swimmers
  • a one-way route around the changing rooms

Changes at the campsite include:

  • self-service entry
  • socially distanced pitches
  • reduced capacity in the changing block
  • increased cleaning by Riverside staff.

All the details about the new safety guidelines and opening times for the outdoor pool and campsite are available on the Better UK website where you can also find details for how to book your sessions.