The Thornhill Road gate will be closed for footpath repairs. SMRA will be re-laying the surface to prevent winter flooding.
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This edition’s cover highlights the reopening of The Carriers Arms following an extensive refurbishment, made possible through the commitment of its new owner and a dedicated team. The pub now…
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Due to recent circumstances it is necessary to issue an update to all allotment tenants and potential visitors to the memorial garden. Please read this document concerning fire risks and…
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The BIG Highworth Community Annual Awards celebrate the remarkable individuals and organisations in Highworth and the surrounding areas, including South Marston, Sevenhampton, Blunsdon (to the A419), Shrivenham, Watchfield, Coleshill (up…
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At the Annual Parish Meeting in June two reports were given: The Chairman’s report of Parish Council activities for the past year can be viewed here. The Parish Council’s annual…
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It’s now just a couple of weeks to go until the Summer Fete / Party in the Park at the Village Recreation Ground, taking place on Saturday 25th of July.…
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Do you remember?… In the 1980’s: Mr Emery’s school pantomime? A ceilidh with haybales and caller? Playgroup with Marion or Chris? Mrs Metcalfe’s concerts? The wooden floor being replaced Youth…
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Despite the recent notification of blanket footpath closures, if pedestrians and cyclists use Magdalene Close to get onto the Leaze bridleway, they will be able to get all the way…
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The construction of the new roads that serve the housing development requires the closure of a number of village footpaths over the next 6 months. Ward Williams, the developers’ infrastructure…
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South Marston Recreation Association is undertaking a consultation with village residents on a proposal to transfer ownership of the Village Hall back to the Parish Council. The consultation will last…
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