We have been notified that there will be some work within the compound area of Cowan’s Camp on Friday 28th Feb which should last less than 24 hours. It is to dtermine the extent of ground contamination on site and has been approved by the Vale Planning department.
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Vale of White Horse District Council flooding update – LATEST INFORMATION
Tuesday 11 February 3pm There continues to be a number of Environment Agency flood alerts and warnings in place across the county. More rain is expected this week and properties near to land which is already saturated maybe at risk of flash flooding, so please keep checking the Environment Agency’s website (www.environment-agency.gov.uk) Residents in genuine need […]
Watchfield Burglaries
There were two burglaries on Watchfield High Street on Monday 3rd January 2014 between 11.30am and 4.40pm. Access was gained by throwing bricks through the rear windows and jewellery was stolen from both properties. There are many unfamiliar people in the village at the moment. If you see suspicious activity please call the police. If […]
Parish Path Wardens needed
Oxfordshire Area Ramblers and Oxfordshire Countryside Access are setting up a system of Parish Path Wardens. Please click the following link for more information http://www.ramblers-oxon.org.uk/Graphics/Area/ppw/Ramblers-PPW-Guidelines-Jan-2014.pdf or contact Jim Parke on 01865 730664 or email him on jmh.parke@btinternet.com
Passing of Huw Evans, past Headteacher of Watchfield School
Many of you may be aware of the sad death of Huw Evans, a past headteacher of Watchfield School. Huw was the headteacher for 30 years and was awarded an OBE for services to education in 2007 on his retirement. His wife, Judith – also a teacher – has been a regular visitor to the […]
Watchfield Flooding 2014
You may be aware that there were flooding issues across the recreation ground, play area and adjacent houses along the High Street over 4th, 5th Jan and 6th of January 2014. This was due to heavy rain and water egress from the development on Knapp’s field which overwhelmed the ditches and drainage system. Villagers rallied […]
Dog Fouling and Strays
The Vale of White Horse District Council is responsible for dog fouling, clearing dog mess and stray dogs. Dog mess can also be reported on www.fixmystreet.com From the Vale of White Horse District Council website:- Dog fouling We take dog fouling very seriously as dog mess is not only unpleasant but it spreads diseases, which […]
Watchfield School Expansion – Stage 2
Please follow the instructions below to comment on the proposed expansion of Watchfield Primary School even if you have already commented on Stage 1 Statutory Notice: Expansion of Watchfield Primary School Ends: 02 Oct 2013 A statutory notice has been published in relation to the proposal to expand Watchfield Primary School to become 2 form entry, […]