Hanborough Parish Council

• Our next meeting will be at 7pm on Tuesday 10th November at the Methodist Hall. You are warmly invited to attend.

HAVE YOUR SAY!  A fresh vision for Hanborough, your Neighbourhood Plan.

Local residents' drop-in meeting (consultation event).  ALL WELCOME AND REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED.  Saturday 14 November at 11am to 4pm AT THE RECREATION HALL.  Presentations at 11:30am and 2:00pm.  HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF OUR PARISH.  SHARE YOUR VIEWS.

 

VACANCY for Responsible Finance Officer

Council is looking to recruit a part time Finance Officer (1 day per week) and would be interested in hearing from qualified accountants with experience of local council administration.  Please contact the clerk in the first instance for informal chat about the role.

 

Hanborough Annual Meeting Highlights Major Progress on Village Projects and Future Planning

Residents gathered in mid April for a well-attended community meeting where the Parish Council shared significant updates on development, environmental projects, and major investments in village facilities.

The evening provided a detailed overview of the work being carried out on behalf of local residents, with a strong focus on protecting Hanborough’s character while planning for future growth.

A major topic of discussion was the Neighbourhood Plan, described as one of the most important tools available to the community to help shape future development. Work is progressing steadily, with extensive evidence gathering, community consultation, and character assessments already completed. The plan will help ensure that any future housing development is supported by the right infrastructure, including schools, roads, and community services.

Significant concern was also expressed over proposals for large-scale housing growth in and around Hanborough, with speakers highlighting the potential impact on local infrastructure and the rural identity of the village.

The meeting also heard from a Blenheim environmental specialist working on the River Evenlode and Combe Marsh nature recovery project, which aims to improve biodiversity, natural flood management, and water quality through long-term restoration of the local landscape.

Another major highlight was the progress being made at Pinsley Meadow, the four-acre community field now being transformed into a valuable village space. Plans include an orchard, woodland planting, wildflower areas, sports facilities, improved footpaths, and a community labyrinth with a locally designed bench at its centre.

Exciting progress was also announced on the Village Hub redevelopment project, with planning permission now in place and revised designs promising a much-improved central facility for residents. The proposed hub will include expanded community space, youth facilities, improved café and social areas, and stronger links to the playground and playing fields.

Councillors also provided updates on local footpath improvements, environmental concerns such as fly-tipping and flooding, and ongoing work with district and county representatives on transport, highways, and waste services.

Speaking at the close of the meeting, the Parish Council thanked residents for their continued support and encouraged more people to get involved in local governance, with additional volunteers still needed to join the council.

The Parish Council will continue to provide regular updates through the Hanborough Herald and invites residents to attend future meetings or contact councillors directly with any concerns or ideas.

• You can view agendas on our agendas page and minutes on our minutes page.

Any official notices, meeting agendas and minutes, financial matters, planning notifications, correspondence for the parish council and requests to see documents under the Freedom of Information Act, including archived documents, or if you would like to speak at our meeting, then contact the parish clerk Jon Gammage by email.

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