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The Parish Council provides regular local news through this website and all such news items are then re-posted through Facebook, so many of these below will already be available (in more detail) on our Home page. This may, however, show additional posts and comments.
Looking for the perfect venue for your next event? ![]()
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Our Orpen Hall complex in West Bergholt is available for hire — ideal for parties, community events, meetings, classes, family celebrations, and more! ![]()
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✅ Spacious and flexible layout![]()
✅ Fully equipped kitchen![]()
✅ Tables, chairs![]()
✅ Affordable rates![]()
✅ Plenty of parking![]()
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Whether you're planning a birthday bash, a community gathering, or a quiet meeting space — our Village Hall is the perfect setting.![]()
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Our online booking system will show availability! Or you can also contact the Hall Administrator, by email at:![]()
[email protected]![]()
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Let’s make your next event special at the heart of our community! 💛![]()
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#VillageHallHire #PartyVenue #CommunitySpace #EventVenue #SupportLocal #WestBergholt #OrpenHall![]()
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westbergholt-pc.gov.uk/village-hall-complex/book-a-hall/
Summer Craft Fair! ![]()
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🗓️ When? 19th July | 10am - 3pm![]()
📍 Where? The Orpen Hall, Lexden Road, West Bergholt, CO63BW![]()
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Come along and explore a wonderful variety of handmade gifts, jewellery, craft stalls, and enjoy some delicious cakes and refreshments at the Dementia Cafe! ![]()
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All proceeds in aid of Dementia UK 💜![]()
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Bring your friends and family—it's sure to be a lovely da#dementiaukt#westbergholtg#craftfairt#communityfirstfirst
Festival of Fun! Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of July 2025 🏊♀️⚽🎾![]()
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Leisure World Colchester – Sunday 6th of July![]()
FREE Leisure pool swimming sessions with the iconic flumes, water polo demos, indoor sports, dry skating, arcade games, fitness classes and more! From 10am and 4pm. ![]()
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Colchester Sports Park – Saturday 5th of July![]()
At the Sports Park a fun fair themed day! Bouncy castles, candy floss machines, indoor and outdoor sports, fitness classes and more. From 10am and 4pm. ![]()
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Leisure World Tennis Centre – Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th of July![]()
Leisure World Tennis Centre will have a FREE weekend of access to 6 premium Tennis courts, as well as FREE padel tennis with Padel united![]()
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#Colchesterleisureworld #FestivalOfFun #colchestercouncil
⚠ DOGS DIE IN HOT CARS!!! ⚠![]()
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Many people think it's ok to leave their dog in the car if they're parked in the shade or the windows are open. IT IS NOT OK!! 🥵![]()
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A car can become as hot as an oven, even when the weather doesn't feel that warm. When it's 22 degrees Celsius outside, the car could reach an unbearable 47 degrees within an hour. It's very dangerous and will cause your dog suffering and harm.![]()
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A few minutes in a hot car can mean a lifetime without your dog!![]()
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www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/do#DogsDieInHotCarso#dontleaveyourdoginacars#rspcal#PDSAo#KeepPetsSaferspca #pdsa #keeppetssafe
Colchester’s 11,000 New Homes – Residents Voice Concerns 🏘️![]()
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At a packed meeting hosted by the Colchester Association of Local Councils, over 75 people gathered in Langham Village Hall to question MPs and councillors about plans for 11,000 new homes in Colchester and nearby countryside.![]()
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Concerns were strongly raised about pressure on hospitals, roads, sewage systems, and the impact on nature and farmland. The clear message? Infrastructure must come before housing.![]()
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CALC will continue to monitor the plans closely as the Council’s Infrastructure Delivery Plan progresses.![]()
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#Colchester #LocalPlanning #CommunityVoice #InfrastructureFirst
Eleven years ago this month Jamie Bowden & Hannah Woodgate, both West Bergholt residents, were appointed Stanway's Head Boy & Girl from a field of 32 applicants! They had both also volunteered with the Bergholt Youth Group and went on to do good things with their lives - find out more on the newly updated article from 2014 ...![]()
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#ThrowbackThursday #successful #kidsdidwell
🚫 ROAD CLOSED 🚫 ![]()
Chapel Lane, West Bergholt ![]()
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Anglian Water are carrying out utility and maintenance works in Chapel Lane, which may continue until 20th June 2025. For up to date information on this and other transport matters visit our website:![]()
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#westbergholtparishcouncil #ONENetwork #villagelife #communityfirst #westbergholt
Summer Craft Fair! ![]()
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🗓️ When? 19th July | 10am - 3pm![]()
📍 Where? The Orpen Hall, Lexden Road, West Bergholt, CO63BW![]()
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Come along and explore a wonderful variety of handmade gifts, jewellery, craft stalls, and enjoy some delicious cakes and refreshments at the Dementia Cafe! ![]()
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All proceeds in aid of Dementia UK 💜![]()
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Bring your friends and family—it's sure to be a lovely da#dementiaukt#westbergholtg#craftfairt#communityfirstfirst
STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER: HOME SECURITY TIPS FOR RESIDENTS 🏡![]()
Protect your home while you enjoy the sunshine!![]()
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🔐 1. Lock Up Properly![]()
Double-lock all doors and windows when you go out, even if it's just for a few minutes to chat with a neighbour or to pop to the local shop.![]()
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📱 2. Don’t Post Holiday Plans Online![]()
Avoid sharing travel details or photos until you’re back from your holiday. Burglars use social media too and will see that you are away.![]()
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💡 3. Use Timers on Lights![]()
Set indoor lights on a timer to make it look like someone’s home in the evenings. ![]()
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✂️ 4. Keep the Garden Tidy and Delay your Post Delivery![]()
An unkempt garden or overflowing post can signal you're away. Ask a neighbour for help or use Royal Mail’s Keepsafe service, it allows you to temporarily pause all postal deliveries while you are away. ![]()
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🚲 5. Lock Away Bikes & Tools![]()
Keep sheds, garages, and side gates locked. Mark valuables with your postcode using a UV pen or register at ![]()
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👀 6. Be a Good Neighbour![]()
Join or start a Neighbourhood Watch. Look out for each other and report suspicious behaviour to 101 (non-emergency) or Crimestoppers![]()
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🎥 7. Consider Smart Security![]()
Install visible CCTV, smart doorbells, or alarm systems to deter intruders. There are also some apps that allow you to use an old phone as a security camera, offering live streaming, motion detection, and two way audio while you are out![]()
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Enjoy peace of mind while you enjoy the summer!![]()
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#neighbourhoodwatch #crimestoppers #staysafe #stopcrime #homesecuritytips #westbergholt
🌞 Village Fete Reminder – This Weekend! 🚫🐕![]()
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We’re looking forward to seeing everyone at the Village Fete tomorrow on the Lorkin Daniell Field, behind the Orpen Hall – it’s shaping up to be a fantastic day!![]()
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Just an important reminder:![]()
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🐶 Please do not bring your dogs – the Lorkin Daniell Field is a DOG FREE AREA, and we kindly ask everyone to respect this rule. 🚫![]()
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We can’t wait to see you there for a great day of community fun! 🎪☀️🍦