Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Closure of: B3098 Westbury Road (Part), Edington (Ref: TTRO 5025) PLAN Notice is hereby given that the Wiltshire Council has made an Order to close temporarily to all traffic: B3098 Westbury Road (Part), Edington; from its junction with Greater Lane to a point approximately 35m … Continue reading Temporary Closure of B3098 Westbury Road, Edington in November
Free help to stay safe online…
Do you need some confidence in staying safe online? You need the Bobby Van! If you are aged over 60 or have a registered disability (and are over 18), you are entitled to a visit from a online safety volunteer who will talk you through using your digital equipment safely. To make an appointment, call … Continue reading Free help to stay safe online…
Like to ‘Have A Go’ at Firefighting?
Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service is encouraging women and other under-represented parts of the community to ‘have a go’ at being a firefighter, ahead of a wholetime recruitment campaign next month. Six events have been organised at fire stations across the Service area, to give hands-on experience to people who might otherwise think … Continue reading Like to ‘Have A Go’ at Firefighting?
Community Policing Report Aug/Sept 2017
The latest report for Meklsham Rural and villages, covering the August/September period, has been issued and you can download the PDF here: ED12 and ED13 October 17 (2). It covers: Antisocial behaviour Halloween Community messaging Crime exceptions Local issues In future, reports will be made to the Parish Council on a monthly basis
Free Activities 14th – 29th October
The Melksham Area Board has teamed up with local partners and activity providers to organise a two-week programme of free activities and events to inspire a love of learning in family life. The fortnight of activities from 14 – 29 October will provide a great opportunity for families to get out and have fun in … Continue reading Free Activities 14th – 29th October
Family Fun Day at the History Centre
Featuring favourite activities from ten years of the history centre. Saturday 28 October 2017 10am - 4pm, Free Entry Archery Knights Highwayman Pelham Puppets Paste Paper Making Object Conservation Archaeology Archive Treasures Get Arty with ARTeology Exhibitions Family History Behind the Scenes Strongrooms Conservation Labs Pop-up Cafe http://www.whsc.eu | 01249 705500 | Cocklebury Road, Chippenham … Continue reading Family Fun Day at the History Centre
Parking Charges Consultation now Live
Local people are being asked to have their say on the options to review car parking charges in Wiltshire to help safeguard public transport and other services, with a consultation now underway. Bridget Wayman, cabinet member for highways and transport, said: "We don't want to increase parking charges, however the cost of operating car parks … Continue reading Parking Charges Consultation now Live
October Events at History Centre
Here are the events the History Centre is running in October 2017. For further information please call 01249 705500. NOTE not all these events are actually held at the History Centre - see individual events for location and price details. Tuesday 3rd October 2017, 10:30am Black History in Wiltshire – with Terry Bracher As part of … Continue reading October Events at History Centre
Help Stamp Out Illegal Hare Coursing
The National Farmers Union in Wiltshire is working with the police to try and reduce the incidence of hare coursing across the county. This activity (where dogs are released to chase and kill wild hare for the purpose of betting) is illegal and, alongside the environmental crime, involves trespass, criminal damage and threatening/ intimidating behaviour … Continue reading Help Stamp Out Illegal Hare Coursing
Recycling Centres close for refurbishment
Household recycling centre refurbishment programme The current contract for the management of Wiltshire’s household recycling centres with Hills Waste Solutions ends in October 2017. The council invited tenders for this service to ensure best value for Wiltshire residents, and awarded a contract to FCC Environment for the management of nine household recycling centres owned by … Continue reading Recycling Centres close for refurbishment