Save the date – Sydenham Fayre
Sydenham will once again be welcoming visitors to its much-anticipated Sydenham Fayre. The event will take place on Saturday 7th June between 12.30 and 4pm. The long-established event, co-ordinated and run entirely by villagers, raises funds for local groups and causes, supporting schools, community organisations and facilities in the surrounding area. This year’s programme is […]
Ramblers programme
Thame & Wheatley Ramblers Group have just finalised their April to June walks programme. It’s available on the attachment below.
Parish Notes
The April / May issue of the Parish Notes are now available online here. They should be through letterboxes shortly.
Vacancy for parish councillor
Due to the resignation of a councillor there is a vacancy that the parish council needs to fill. See the attachment for more information, how to apply and deadlines.
Planning Inspectorate appeal
The application for planning permission in principle for a house in a field in Church Lane in Aston Rowant, that would have expanded the village footprint somewhat, was rejected by SODC at the start of January. However, the application has now been sent to the Planning Inspectorate for an appeal. This means that the parish […]
Garden waste from SODC
#### Garden Waste Permit Update #### The payment system for the new garden waste permits is now live. Please use the link above to make payment and receive a permit before 1 April. Brown bins will not be emptied without a properly displayed permit. See below for more information. SODC is introducing a new garden […]
Planning application – ARPC objects
An application for planning permission has been made for an extension to a central property in a conservation area overlooking the green in Aston Rowant – application reference P25/S0193/HH. It can be viewed here. The parish council is objecting to the application on the basis that the box-like design of the proposed structure is not […]
SODC budget 2025-6
A note from SODC: “Diligent financial management has ensured that South Oxfordshire District Council can deliver a balanced budget for 2025-26 and marks the first time in nine years that the council hasn’t needed to dip into its reserves. District councillors have approved a 2025-26 budget that ensures continued investment in public services, including crucial […]
Duck Race – This Sunday (16 February)
It’s that time of the year again when the snowdrops are out… and so it’s time for the Duck Race and cream teas. It’s being held this Sunday, 16 February, at Fiveways. Cream teas are being served at Aston Rowant Church from 2pm to 4pm. Please wear boots or wellingtons as with the amount of […]