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 […]
Free and low-cost activities for all ages
Fun games, badminton, football and pickleball are just some of the free and low-cost activities available for children and their families to enjoy this February half-term, hosted by South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils. Two free community days are taking place at Long Furlong Community Centre, Abingdon, on Tuesday 18 February and […]
Sustainability for micro and small businesses
Oxfordshire County Council is seeking to help small businesses in the county learn about the basic fundamentals of sustainability and how to they link to the continued success of a business. The inaugural session will take place on Wednesday 30th April at 17:30 at the BIPC Center, Westgate Library. It is an in-person workshop with interactive […]
New issue of the Parish Notes
The February / March 2025 issue of the Parish Notes is now online here.