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This month the West Bergholt Planning & Development meeting will be held on Monday 16th June at 7.30pm in the John Lampon Hall. To see the agenda please visit our website:![]()
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#westbergholtplanning #westbergholtparishcouncil #westbergholt #villagelife
The mobile library will be stopping in West Bergholt on 19th June 2025![]()
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West Bergholt, Scout Hut, Lexden Road, CO6 3BW![]()
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14:55 - 15:40![]()
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libraries.essex.gov.uk/digital-content/our-mobile-and-home-library-services/mobile-libraries/colc...![]()
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#mobilelibrary #bookworm #booklibrary #locallibrary
COLCHESTER SIGHT CENTRE![]()
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Coffee Morning Dates ☕:![]()
10am – 12noon![]()
First tea or coffee free!![]()
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Essex Sight provides practical help, emotional support and advice to visually impaired people and their carers. YOUR SIGHT MATTERS!![]()
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Tel: 01206 548196![]()
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#colchestersightcentre #YourSightMatters #coffeemorning #essexsight
Come along on Sunday 8th June at 2:30pm to the beautiful St Mary’s Old Church, Hall Road, for a fascinating afternoon with Adam Wightman, Director of Archaeology at the Colchester Archaeological Trust. 🏛️![]()
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Adam will be sharing his insights and discoveries, and it’s a great opportunity to learn much more about our rich history. ![]()
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☕ Refreshments will be available, and while there’s no charge to attend, donations are always appreciated to help support local repairs and preservation efforts.![]()
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The event is hosted by the Friends of St Mary’s Old Church, in support of the Churches Conservation Trust, which helps care for this and over 350 other historic churches across England.![]()
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#friendsofstmarysoldchurch #stmarysoldchurch #colchesterhistory #archaeologicaltrust #colchesterhistory #westbergholt
Eleven years ago this month Stephen Adams re-opened the Queen's Head after a revamp. His stated intention was for the pub to become an integral part of the community. Read the article announcing the reopening at: westbergholt-pc.gov.uk/queens-head-changes-hand#ThrowbackThursdayr#communityu#familyorientedented
If you prefer reading on an electronic device, rather than hard copy, you'll be pleased to know that the Summer edition of the Village Bulletin is now online. As well as numerous updates from local clubs & associations you can find out about:![]()
- changes at Creffield Medical Group &![]()
- how you can help the Tom Bowdidge Foundation.![]()
You can download the Bulletin (and many years worth of prior editions) from westbergholt-pc.gov.uk/villagebulletin/
Help is Available![]()
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If you have fallen on your stairs or do not feel safe using them, you could get a free stairlift grant through Colchester City Council. No means test required as part of the Disabled Facilities Grant service - just support when you need it most![]()
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• Step 1: Get an Occupational Therapist Assessment![]()
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#colchestercitycouncil #grants #councilgrants #stairlifts
BUS SURVEY![]()
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The Travel Essex unit of Essex County Council are conducting a survey to better understand public opinion of the bus services in Essex, and they are looking for responses from both bus users and non-bus users. To find out more visit our website:![]()
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#BusTravel #essexcountycouncil #bussurvey2025
Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) is encouraging families across Essex to take simple but life-saving steps to prepare their children for what to do if a fire breaks out at home.![]()
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1. Plan your escape route – Make sure everyone knows the quickest and safest way out.![]()
2. Practice together – Do a walk through with your children so it becomes second nature.![]()
3. Test smoke alarms – Make sure alarms are working and everyone knows the sound they make![]()
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Children can become frightened or confused in an emergency. That’s why practising a fire escape plan together can make all the difference.![]()
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#essexcountyfireandrescueservice #staysafe #planyourescaperoute