Environment & Highways – 11th April 2024

Flags for the 80th Anniversary of D-Day were discussed at the 11th April 2024 Environment meeting.

The Environment & Highways Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 11th April 2024 with topics including:

  • D-Day Flags,
  • Handyman update including:
    • litter-picking,
    • grass cutting,
    • work on new shed.
    • purchasing replacement tools,
  • Staffing update,
  • Refurbishment of Practice Goal,
  • Noting that the Pylons consultation is underway and needs contributions, and
  • Possible engagement with Village Fete organisers regarding traffic, health & safety..

Environment Committee Minutes

Meeting held on Thurs 11th April 2024 at 4.30pm in SC Mtg Rm

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Environment & Highways – 14th March 2024

The Environment & Highways Committee of West Bergholt Parish Council met on 14th March 2024 with topics including:

Hall Road pond after silt clearance
  • Handyman update including:
    • grass cutting,
    • litter picking,
    • play equipment inspection,
    • laying foundations for a shed, and
    • storm damage,
  • Works undertaken by Arches Plant Hire on behalf of the Parish Council at Hall Road Pond and
  • The Practice Goal on the Lorkin Daniell Field.

Environment Committee Minutes

Meeting held on Thurs 14th March 2024 at 4.30pm in SC Mtg Rm

Members present:Cllrs Katie Pulford (KP), David Short (DS), Manya Barrow (MB) and James Owers (JO)
Also present:Two members of the public
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Planning for Festival Field 2022

Festival Field 2022 – Our Next Village Fete

Festival Field is 2022's Village Fete

Festival Field 2022 is the working title for next year’s Village Fete. Planned to take place on 4th June 2022 it will be closely linked to the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations with the beacon lighting on 2nd June. Planning started in September with a group of parish councillors and members of the public sharing ideas. Their outline plans for Festival Field include:

Sports

Sporting plans so far include:

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Return of the Fete

The Village Fete returns on Saturday 24th July

Barney Beagle looks forward to seeing you there!

Last year we had to cancel the Annual Fete due to COVID-19, but this year we cautiously open back up again after lockdowns. Taking place on Saturday 24th July between 12 – 4 pm, the Fete will be held entirely outdoors and scaled down, but we hope it will still bring joy and allow us to celebrate being together again!

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Do you have a vision for the future of the MUGA?

Sports

Vision for Sports at the MUGADo you have a vision for the future of the MUGA?

The MUGA/Tennis Court surface by the Orpen Hall is reaching the end of its life and we need to develop a vision for its future.  The Parish Council would like to set up a Working Group of potential users to investigate the use of the MUGA and the provision of an appropriate surface which needs to be renewed.

We need to answer some questions

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BHYFC Results 24th September

BHYFC - Bergholt HeathBergholt Heath YFC – Results 17th September

The 4 matches on 24th September produced 3 wins and 1 draw.  Next week sees 1 home and 3 away matches.

BHYFC Under 13s vs Stanway Rovers Reds

This week, Bergholt played their first home game of the season hosting Stanway Rovers Reds, with whom they shared a good 11-a-side friendly game at the end of last season.

With a few players unavailable, including Continue reading “BHYFC Results 24th September”

BHYFC Results 17th September

BHYFC - Bergholt Heath

BHYFC - Bergholt HeathBergholt Heath YFC – Results 17th September

The four matches on 17th September produced 2 wins and 2 losses.  Many thanks to the players and families who attended the annual BBQ on Sunday.  Despite the weather trying its best to spoil the occasion it turned out a resounding success.  Next week sees 2 home and 2 away matches.

Players wanted

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BHYFC Results 10th September

BHYFC - Bergholt Heath

BHYFC - Bergholt HeathBergholt Heath YFC – Results 10th September

The four matches on 10th September produced 3 wins and a loss.  Next Sunday (17th) the club is welcoming the new season with their annual ‘Kick-Off BBQ’ with the club’s Chairman, Les, as the chosen Chef.

 

 

 

Lexden Saints vs BHYFC Under 13s

The 13s have seen a fair bit of player movement over the summer but started the new campaign in excellent fashion.  The first game of the season saw Bergholt make the trip across town to play Lexden Saints.  Last season Lexden finished 3rd in the D League whilst Bergholt finished 4th so a close game was expected.

Took Control

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Entries Surge for Fete & Produce Show

Poster for Village Fete & Produce Show

Poster for Village Fete & Produce ShowNot too late for entries to Produce Show

The Fete & Produce Show will be held in the Orpen Hall & Lorkin Daniell Field from 12-4pm on Sat Sept 9th.

Produce Show in Orpen Hall

Over 350 entries have already been received; it’s not too late for late entries but 1st September is the last day; entry forms available at the Allotment Stall.

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