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Church Christmas Draw Winners

The draw for the Church Christmas Draw took place on Tuesday evening at the Charity Evening at Barn Farm Plants. The winners were: Cottage in Yorkshire Dales for long w/e    John Rourke Family Ticket for Silverstone                         Jonathan & Jane Meredith "The Snowman" at Coventry Cathedral      Holcombe Tickets for Chipping Norton Theatre           Anne Wilkins   Champagne                                                            Alison Baker        Mumford Butcher's Token                       

Fusion (HS2) – Community sessions at the Hare and Hounds

Fusion (HS2) - Community sessions at the Hare and Hounds Fusion, working on behalf of HS2, have already started work towards widening the existing road at the three corners on the A361 within Wardington, installing a puffin crossing and other associated road improvements. Fusion propose to hold community sessions, bi-weekly, in order to give Wardington residents some reassurance that if they have any issues or concerns they will be dealt with quickly. The Wardington sessions pre-Christmas will be held at:  The Hare and Hounds, Wardington between 4:00pm and 7:00pm :  Wednesday, 20th November, 2019 Wednesday, 4th December, 2019  Please feel free to pop in and to talk to the Fusion representatives.   Wardington Parish Council

Sports Field

PERIODIC REMINDER AND DISCLAIMER REGARDING THE SPORTS FIELD   Please could you be aware that the Sports Field is privately owned and not withstanding that there is a public footpath, the usage of it is historically and currently kindly given by the landowners.   The current cricket club, its members and supporters work tirelessly to maintain a high standard of cultivation and presentation for all to enjoy.   Therefore a periodic disclaimer is that :   All and any users  whilst within the sports field boundary do so at entirely their own risk and no liability for damage to any property or vehicles, theft or personal injuries however caused will be accepted by the landowners nor their agent.   Robert Harwood Owner’s Agent

Flooding

Environment Agency flood warnings have been issued for the River Cherwell from Charwelton down to Heyford north and south of Banbury, they will monitor with Thames water the Banbury flood alleviation scheme as it is a passive system with no sluice gates they are seeing no issues with it. IMPORTANT INFORMATION. A Flood Warning has been issued by the Environment Agency. Flood Warning in force: River Cherwell from Charwelton to above Banbury. Flooding is expected for: River Cherwell from Charwelton to above Banbury including Woodford Halse, Edgcote and Cropredy. Immediate action required. Property flooding is expected. River levels are rising on the River Cherwell as a result of heavy rainfall. Therefore, flooding (of property) is possible overnight. We expect flooding

Loyalty Card Holder Christmas Evening

Tonight Thursday 7th November, 7pm-9pm at Barn Farm Plants. Please join us for... an Evening of fun. Complimentary glass of wine, live music, fresh spruce wreath and willow demonstration, inspiring Christmas ideas along with food and drink sampling. Everyone welcome. 20% OFF Christmas decorations during the evening with your loyalty card!

Tai Chi classes in Wardington

TAI CHI Gentle movement for health and wellbeing at Wardington Memorial Hall   Nov / Dec 2019 Programme Tuesdays November 5th 10:00 – 11:00am November 12th  2:00 – 3:00pm November 19th 10:00 – 11:00am November 26th 10:00 – 11:00am December 3rd 10:00 – 11:00am December 10th 2:00 – 3:00pm December 17th 10:00 – 11:00am * * * * * * * * * * For further details contact: 01295 758084 * * * *

HS2 – Fusion road works through Wardington to start

Information Notice   HS2 have informed us that Fusion are looking to start works on 30th October 2019.   There will be survey works initially and traffic management that will result in lane closures at off peak times.   Maps detailing the location of works and road closures have been uploaded on the Commonplace both for Northants and Oxfordshire: https://hs2innorthants.commonplace.is/ https://hs2inbucksandoxfordshire.commonplace.is/overview/ Information specific to Wardington is located in the Northants link. Full road closures of the A361 are not scheduled to occur until January 2020.   Wardington Parish Council    

“Cherwell; a thriving economy, a thriving place” workshop

Cherwell District Council has ambitious and exciting plans to create a 10-year strategy that will deliver a vibrant, prosperous and sustainable economy - for everyone! It’s about making our district an attractive and prosperous place in which to live and work. Workshop: "Cherwell; a thriving economy, a thriving place" Date: Tuesday 12 November 2019 Time: 5.45pm – 9.45pm (refreshments on arrival from 5.15pm) Venue:  RAF Upper Heyford Heritage Centre, Upper Heyford OX25 5HD To book click here: Eventbrite registration

HS2 – Advanced Works Notice – A361 through Wardington

Fusion working on behalf of HS2 have issued an Advance Works Notification for Road construction works A361 through Wardington You will shortly see works starting late October on the A361 though Wardington and we will be keeping you updated and informed as these works progress. What we will be doing in your area? We will be widening the existing road at three bends on the A361 within Wardington, installing a puffin crossing and carrying out other associated road improvement works. These works will include the below: • Grass and shrub trimming • Road widening • Installation of road crossing • New road markings • New village gateways (village sign, road markings and gate entrance feature) at the north and south

HS2 – Local Drop in at Wardington

Fusion working on behalf of HS2  invite the residents of the Wardington, Williamscot and Coton area to: HS2 Drop-In HS2 Construction Work is progressing at Chipping Warden It won’t be long before they start in Wardington The Parish Council has arranged a Drop-In meeting with the contractors. Date: Tuesday October 15th 2019 Time: Between 4.00pm and 7.00pm Venue: St. Mary Magdalene Church, Wardington (many thanks to the Churchwardens) Ask about: Road Closures Traffic Levels Traffic Management Work on the A361 through the Village Rat Run Control Timing of the Work Programme Help and Guidance for: Local Businesses, Farmers, Residents with Properties on the A361, All the Rest of Us How Long will we be affected by HS2 Construction Work. Come