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Lots of Interest in Future of Methodist Church

Lots of Interest in Consultation eventLots of Interest in Future of Methodist Church

Residents showed lots of interest in the future of the Methodist Church & Hall with 75 attending our recent consultation event.  The next step is to participate in an online survey established by the Parish Council and St Mary’s Church to build on the event.  The deadline for completing the survey is 10 pm on Sunday 30th June.

The event produced a stunning array of ideas, some pictorial, others in words – please enjoy Continue reading “Lots of Interest in Future of Methodist Church”

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Highways Devolution Welcomed

Councillors and ride-on mower welcoming Highways Devolution
Left to right: Cllrs David Short (WBPC), Harry Stone (WBPC), Bob Tyrrell (WBPC), Borough Cllr Brian Jarvis (CBC), Cllr Jenny Church (WBPC), County Councillor Anne Brown (ECC), County Councillor Kevin Bentley (ECC), Chairman Chris Stevenson on mower (WBPC), EALC Chairman Peter Davey, Cllr John Gili-Ross (WBPC, also Vice chairman of EALC)

Highways Devolution Welcomed

Last Friday 14th June, saw the launch of a Highways Devolution Pilot at St. Mary’s Church Hall.   This scheme will allow the County Council to focus on more complex projects with a wider impact such as resurfacing.  The pilot will empower the Parish Council to address local priorities.  Areas that will come under the control of the Parish Council include:

  • verge and vegetation work,
  • traffic sign maintenance,
  • minor footway repairs, and
  • general works designed to improve the street scene.

The pilot will run until February 2020.  It will remain under review to improve it as it progresses with a view to a fuller rollout next year.

Chris Stevenson, Chairman of West Bergholt Parish Council, said:

West Bergholt Parish Council is delighted to be a member of the Highways Devolution Pilot and given the opportunity for local people to set the priorities for highway related small works.

Since joining the pilot, residents have seen small but important projects implemented both quickly and efficiently by their village handymen and warden.

We look forward to increasing the number of projects to be undertaken and further strengthening the collaborative relationship between ECC, the EALC and Parish Councils, working together to improve village and community wellbeing.”

Signing the agreement

 

Essex County Council’s Highways Devolution Press Release

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Do You Need Recycling Containers/Bags?

Vouchers needed for recycling containersDo You Need Recycling Containers/Bags?

Households now need a voucher to collect new or replacement recycling containers from a local stockist.  Vouchers have only previously been required for garden waste sacks; this is now being extended to include clear bags, food caddies, and glass/can boxes too.  All these containers remain free of charge.

Why Vouchers?

The voucher rollout is being introduced to help Continue reading “Do You Need Recycling Containers/Bags?”

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What Future for Methodist Church & Hall?

Methodist Church & Hall

What Future for Methodist ChurcWhat Future for Methodist Church & Hall?

What future the Methodist Church & Hall face depends in significant part on what the community want to happen.   The Parish Council & St Mary’s Church are jointly hosting a consultation event in order to stimulate this conversation.  This takes place in St Mary’s Church Hall on Saturday 15th June between 9 am and 12 noon.

Firstly, Continue reading “What Future for Methodist Church & Hall?”

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Consultation Update on Playground Equipment

Imagination of what the new playground might look like

Consultation update on what the new playground might look likeConsultation Update on Playground Equipment

This consultation update follows the announcement of the SurveyMonkey questionnaire in April.

The survey carried out by the Parish Council on the proposal to upgrade and expand the range of the play equipment at the Lorkin Daniell Field produced an encouraging response from 114 interested parties.  An analysis of the responses shows overwhelming support of 93% for the project.

The Trustees of the Lorkin Daniell Field have given the results their consideration and approved the development of the project.  They will now use the responses to the questions and added helpful comments to form a more detailed plan for the project.  The detailed analysis of the responses, along with a qualitative summary of the outcomes is shown below.

Continue reading “Consultation Update on Playground Equipment”
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Quiz Evening at St Mary’s – Supporting Families Worker

quiz evening

Quiz Evening

St Mary’s Church is holding a quiz evening on 6th July, to raise funds to help finance the work of their Families’ Worker, Jo Jeffery.  If you wonder what Jo does; she works with all the 3 village schools in the local Church community, toddler and youth groups.  She supports staff and leaders getting alongside families providing valuable Christian input.

Teams & Booking

Teams of up to 6 people, tickets Continue reading “Quiz Evening at St Mary’s – Supporting Families Worker”

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The 2019 Village Fete Invites You To Enjoy Yourself

There will be Tug of War at the 2019 Village FeteThe 2019 Village Fete

The 2019 Village Fete promises something for everybody – not just those visiting it.  First of all, are you into Tug-of-War, performing in public or do you run a local club or organisation?  If so you are invited to come along as well. (Get the latest information & downloads here).

Call for Tug of War Teams

Would your pub, club or firm like to enter the Village Fete’s Tug of War competition?  Sign up (your team of 6 – over 18s only we’re afraid) Continue reading “The 2019 Village Fete Invites You To Enjoy Yourself”

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Dunkirk – A Film Club Event

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West Bergholt Film Club Movie Night

Dunkirk

Dunkirk, the latest Film Club event on 15th June, tells the story of Allied soldiers from Belgium, the British Empire, and France surrounded by the German Army, and their evacuation during a fierce battle in World War II.  It follows three distinct storylines from differing perspectives.

Taking place in the Orpen Hall, doors will open at 7 pm for showtime at 7:30 pm. Refreshments will be available.

Rating & Tickets

The film is rated 12A because of intense war experience and some language.  Those aged 12 & over and under 16, should be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets are £5, available in advance from Scissorhands, with proceeds going towards a new playground at Orpen field.  Refreshments will be available on the night.  Enjoy the trailer and a fuller synopsis of the show below as well as a more local perspective. Continue reading “Dunkirk – A Film Club Event”