Wardington

HS2 Action Group – House of Lords Select Committee Hearing

HS2 ACTION GROUP House of Lords Select Committing Hearing - July 20th 2016 Location:12:25pm, Houses of Parliament. Present: Committee:, Charles Holbech ,Malcolm Patterson,  Bob Jarrett . The hearing began with Charles Holbech giving a summary of the petition: There would be 1,000 HS2 HGVs and 204 LGVs through Wardington daily. That represented two per minute in a 10 hour period, and this would seriously affect the quality of life in Wardington.  He outlined that the volume of HGVs using the A361 is to carry spoil from Greatworth and Turweston, for use at Lower Boddington, a distance of 27 miles. Wardington would not cope with this volume of traffic and it would be unsafe. Following the Commons Select Committee report and

Dad’s Army Film and Barbecue – Confirm your attendance now!

If you plan to attend Wardington Village Cinema's end of season spectacular event this Saturday, please let either Sam Young (01295 750871) or Paul Bimson (01295 758855) know as soon as possible, so we can ensure enough burgers and ice-creams can be bought. The evening starts at 7pm with a Barbecue and a chance to socialise before the the film "Dad's Army" is screened at 8pm.  There will be a half time interval with free ice-creams and a raffle!  

Minutes of the Wardington Parish Council Meeting – 21st June 2016

Minutes of the Wardington Parish Council Meeting Location:  Wardington Memorial Hall Date: Tuesday, 21st June, 2016 (7:30pm) In Attendance: Mr G Page (Chair), Mr M Patterson, Mr I Franklin, Mr A Crossley, Mrs A Pasco, Mr G Martin,               Mr K Atack (District Councillor). Parishioners: Ms J Funnell. Apologies: Mr N Bankes, Mr B Jarrett (Clerk) 1.    Minutes of previous meeting. (24th May, 2016) Approved and signed. 2.    Matters arising from previous minutes. 2.1 HS2 Update Mr Page reported that there were some discussions taking place between various local groups and HS2 about the possibility of lowering the track in the Upper Boddington section. This would reduce the amount of spoil to be moved through Wardington. Apparently HS2 are showing little interest.

Wardington, A361 Williamscott Hill – Road closure 18 July for 2 weeks

Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure and weight restriction – at Wardington, A361 Williamscott Hill In the interests of public safety it will be necessary for Oxfordshire County Council to close a short section of A361at Williamscott near Wardington to facilitate carriageway resurfacing works. Also to implement a temporary weight limit restriction on the side roads off the A361 at Williamscott, leading to Chacombe and Upper Wardington. A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) is being made to implement the temporary closure and will operate from 18 July 2016.  The estimated duration of the works is 2 weeks. Notice of intention to make the Order will be published in the local press. Access

1940’s BBQ and Film Night

Wardington Village Cinema—End of Season Special Event! This end of season special event is to celebrate a third successful year of Wardington Village Cinema! Please join us at the Memorial Hall on Saturday 23rd July at 7pm to enjoy a 1940’s themed social night, with Barbecue and the newly released Film  - Dad’s Army based on the classic TV Comedy. Why not get into the spirit of the evening and dress to impress in 1940’s Fancy Dress (optional). Special ticket price includes the film and barbecue:  £6.50 for concessions and £8.50 standard.  As usual please bring your own drinks but glasses will be provided at the hall.  There will also be a raffle—donations of raffle prizes are gratefully accepted. Please inform

Minutes of the Wardington Parish Council AGM – 24th May 2016

Minutes of the Wardington Parish Council Annual General  Meeting   Location:  Wardington Memorial Hall Date: Tuesday, 24th May, 2016 (7:00pm) In Attendance: Mr G Page, Mr M Patterson, Mr I Franklin, Mr A Crossley, Ms A Pasco, Mr G Martin, Mr K Atack (District Councillor), Mr B Jarrett (Clerk),  Mr C Hunt (Parishioner) Apologies: Mr N Bankes 1.    Minutes of previous AGM.(19nd May, 2016) Approved and signed. 2.    Matters arising from previous minutes. As there were not enough people proposed in the last elections there remained two vacancies within the parish council. During the year Mr Ian Franklin and Mr Andrew Crossley were co-opted onto the parish council. 3.    Election of Officers 3.1  Election of Chairperson. Mr M Patterson proposed

Minutes of the Wardington Parish Council Meeting 19th April 2016

Minutes of the Wardington Parish Council Meeting Location:  Wardington Memorial Hall Date: Tuesday, 19th April, 2016 (7:30pm) In Attendance: Mr G Page (Chair), Mr M Patterson, Mr I Franklin, Mr A Crossley,   Ms A Pasco, Mr G Martin,               Mr K Atack (District Councillor), Mr B Jarrett (Clerk), Apologies: None 1.    Minutes of previous meeting.(22nd March, 2016) Approved and signed. 2.    Matters arising from previous minutes. HS2 Update Mr Page reported that the Action Group had a meeting on the 6th April 2016, which was also attended by Victoria Prentis MP and Stephanie Garnett. At that meeting it was decided to petition the House of Lords, in a similar way to how we had petitioned the House of Commons. In addition to

The Lady in the Van – Only a few tickets left

This Saturday (March 19th) Wardington Village Cinema will be Screening "The Lady in the Van" - Alan Bennett's big screen comedic adaptation of his own iconic memoir, starring Dame Maggie Smith. There has been a lot of interest for this film, so if you plan to attend ensure you reserve a ticket without delay, by calling Paul Bimson (01295 758855) or Sam Young (01295 750871). Doors open at 7.15 pm at the Memorial Village Hall, the film will start promptly at 8.00 pm.  There will be a half time interval with free ice cream and a raffle (Raffle prize donations are gratefully accepted). Tickets - £6 Standard, £4 Concessions.

Festive Family Fun Film Night!

We welcome you to join in the Christmas spirit with Wardington Village Cinema's Christmas Film Night. We will be screening the hilarious Christmas comedy "Elf" on Friday 18th December. Enjoy an evening for all the family with fun, laughter and general holiday cheer! Here are some of the things people say about Elf - The Christmas comedy about a human baby raised as one of Santa's little helpers and that has scored a big thumbs up with critics and audiences alike, since its release in 2003: An instant holiday classic: Ferrell's crowning achievement. A star is born in this laugh-out-loud holiday comedy. A Wonderful Christmas Movie! So set the date in your diary and give  Sam (750871) or Paul (758855) a call

Make an Appointment with Mr Holmes this Friday

This Friday night Wardington Village Cinema will be screening Mr Holmes. Doors open at 7.15pm, the film starts at 8pm.  There will be a raffle at the half time interval for which contributions will be gratefully received. Price: £6 Standard, £4 concessions. It is important for you to inform either Paul Bimson (758855), or Sam Young (750871), if you plan to attend. MR. HOLMES is a new twist on the world's most famous detective. 1947, an ageing Sherlock Holmes returns from a journey to Japan, where, in search of a rare plant with powerful restorative qualities, he has witnessed the devastation of nuclear warfare. Now, in his remote seaside farmhouse, Holmes faces the end of his days tending to his bees, with