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Welcome to the Pucklechurch Community Website and the online version of the Pucklechurch News
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Pucklechurch is a village in South Gloucestershire, England. It sits on an elevated plateau about 8 miles to the northeast of Bristol, 8 miles to the northwest of Bath and on the edge of the Cotswolds. More...
This site features the online version of the Pucklechurch News, a quarterly newsletter funded by the parish council and delivered free to all households in the area.
As well as local interest and history, this site contains information on the many clubs, organisations and associations of Pucklechurch village covering:
- Community: Community groups, Parish Council, Women’s Institute
- Cultural: Bell ringing, choir, drama, folk dancing, Twinning
- Recreational: Gardening
- Sports: Badminton, bowls, cricket, football, hockey, skittles
- Worship
- Youth: Guides, Scouts, playgroups, sports
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The Pucklechurch Community Website is supported by the Parish Council who pay the hosting fees.
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Photograhs show views and details of Pucklechurch village and surrounding area. "Through the Window" by kind permission of Carol Humphrey
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Click symbol for more detail and 4-day forecast
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CONGRATULATIONS TO EVERYONE WE HAVE REACHED OUR TARGET OF £10,000
Lifesaving equipment
for use in the event of
cardiac arrest
We have three defibrillators installed in Pucklechurch Village
LOCATIONS
Community Centre, Abson Road
PVSSC (Top Club), St Alban’s Drive
Coach House Cafe at Junction of Westerleigh Road and Parkfield Road
Click here for more information
4 Defibrillators will eventually be
installed around Pucklechurch
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Upcoming Events
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To see all meetings and events check the village calendar and the list of regular weekly events/meetings.
Would you like your event promoted on the Community Website? Click here and fill in a simple form.
Using a mobile? Click here for a version of the calendar and News & Announcements for mobile phones
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Village Calendar 2013
(last updated 23/05/2013)
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Events highlighted in yellow are open to all.
However, they may require tickets or other restrictions so please check with organisers.
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Events highlighted in orange have been added or changed recently
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May 2013
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Thu, 23rd May: PSA Summer Fete from 6.00pm. Visit the school website hereﾅ
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Fri, 24th May:
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Sun, 26th May: Quiz Night with cash prizes. Quiz starts at 9.00pm in the Pucklechurch Social Club (upstairs at the Community Centre, Abson Road).
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Mon, 27th May: [Bank Holiday]
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Fri, 31st May: Open Mic Night (last Friday of the month) ~ Come to watch (audience always appreciated!) or to join in. Groups and single musicians/singers from beginners to professionals welcome. Electric and Acoustic sets. Meet other musicians and have a jam session. from 8.00pm at the "Top Club" (PVSSC) St. Aldam's Drive, Pucklechurch. Call/text Martin on 0780 907 5784 if you have questions.
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June 2013
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Don’t forget to check herefor listings of regular weekly meetings
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Sat, 1st Jun: Parish Council Surgery. This is a walk-in surgery for residents to meet member(s) of the Parish Council to discuss items of interest, their concerns or ideas of relevance to the local community. From 10.00am to noon in the Community Centre meeting room, Pucklechurch
Police Beat Surgery: This will be a perfect opportunity for local residents to meet their Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) and make us aware of any issues they feel necessary. The Beat Surgery will be held from 10.30am to noon in the Mobile Police Station parked in the Community Centre car park.
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Sat, 1st Jun: Race Night at Pucklechurch Village Sports and Social Club (PVSSC - Top Club) in St Aldam's Drive. DVD video format with first Race at 8.00pm - All Welcome
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Sat, 1st Jun: Lions Tour, Lions v Barbarians All games live on Sky at Pucklechurch Village Sports and Social Club (PVSSC) at St Aldam's Drive
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Sat, 1st Jun: Live entertainment featuring Sarah Eden-Winn from 9-00pm at the Star Inn, Castle Road. Call 937 2391 for more information.
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Sun, 2nd Jun: St Thomas a Becket invites everyone, families, single folks, young and not so young, alike to its new informal service, Cafe Church, at 10.00am in the church. More details hereﾅ
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Sun, 2nd June: Live entertainment featuring Walking by myself 6-00pm at the Star Inn, Castle Road. Call 937 2391 for more information.
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Mon, 3rd Jun:
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Tue, 4th Jun: Happy Circle trip to Totnes and Dartmouth river trip 8.30am-7pm. Pick-up at Dennisworth bus stop and Community Centre. Please be at pick-up 10 mins before departure. More information from Liz Archibald 0117-9374054.
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Tue, 4th Jun: Folk Dance Club Barry Gant with Mike Elsom ~ New members always welcome. From 7.45pm to 10.15pm in the Community Centre hall
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Wed, 5th Jun: Parish Council meeting at 7.00pm [note time change] in the Community Centre meeting room. Members of the public are invited to attend. If you wish to speak at the meeting you are requested to let the clerk know in advance
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Thu, 6th Jun: Safer Stronger Group for Boyd Valley and Bitton areas will meet in Tracy Park Golf and Country Hotel, Bath Road, Wick, BS30 5RN at 7.00pm. All welcome.
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Fri, 7th Jun: Revel Beer & Cider Festival 25 real ales, large selection of ciders including our locally produced Pucklechurch cider. Friday £7 entry - ‘John Clair’ and ‘Terry Frank’ plus local performers from Pucklechurch Open Mic Combined Friday & Saturday entry - £13. BBQ available. Tickets from the Star, Walkers Newsagents/Post Office and the Social Club (Village Hall). 7.00pm to midnight next to Star Inn.
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Sat, 8th Jun: Revel Children's event ~ Come and make a miniature garden in the Scout Hut, create something at the craft table or join in a scavenger hunt on the rec. Children must be accompanied. Tea and coffee and soft drinks available. Entry free. Tickets from Lyn Ford at school or Walkers Newsagents/Post Office. 2pm at the Scout Hut
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Sat, 8th Jun: Revel Beer & Cider Festival 25 real ales, large selection of ciders including our locally produced Pucklechurch cider. £9 entry – ‘Skinny Dippers’ and McGoldrick and the Good Notes Band plus local performers from Pucklechurch Open Mic. Combined Friday & Saturday entry - £13. Tickets from the Star, Walkers Newsagents/Post Office and the Social Club (Village Hall). 7.00pm to midnight next to Star Inn.
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Sun, 9th Jun: Youth Church welcomes children and teenagers. You don't have to be a Christian to join in. From 10 to 11am in the Church Room (Tower Playgroup's room).
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Sun, 9th Jun: Revel Twinning ramble. An easy three to four mile walk around the area. Organised by the Twinning Association. Meet in Community Centre car park 10.30am.
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Sun, 9th Jun: Live entertainment featuring Greg Winters 6-00pm at the Star Inn, Castle Road. Call 937 2391 for more information.
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Sun, 9th Jun: Revel Church Service. Refreshments will be served, followed by a short service of thanksgiving based on the Life’s a Beach theme followed by fellowship with a glass of punch. Everyone welcome. 6.30pm in the vicarage garden (in the church if very wet).
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Mon, 10th Jun: Revel Quiz Up to 6 people a team (£1.50pp) To book a table in advance (strongly advised) pop into the Fleur or phone 01179373272. Curry buffet available at £6 per head (book when booking a table). 7.30pm in the Fleur de Lis.
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Wed, 12th Jun: Revel Poetry in the garden. Tickets £5.00. Includes cheese and wine. Please bring your favourite poems to share or choose some from the books provided. At 7.00pm. For further details and to book a place please contact Elaine on 01179373105 or email elainerudge@aol.com
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Thu, 13th Jun: Revel Bob Todd Memorial Pram Race & Tug O’ War. Teams in fancy dress race prams or other vehicles. BBQ available. In event of rain a course inspection will take place at 4pm and a decision made. Contact Marie Walkley on 9373986 for further details. Prizes: £20 for the team with best fancy dress and £20 for the team with the fastest time in each age group. 7.00pm on Recreation Field.
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Fri, 14th Jun: Revel Senior Citizens entertainment with a Demonstration by Pucklechurch Majorettes and refreshments. 4.30 – 6.30pm in the Community Centre Hall
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Sat, 15th Jun: Revel Day Parade (Life's a Beach) judging at 11.45am start at noon. On the field will be arena events starting at 1.00 including children's sports, majorettes and marching band. Music, pocket money stalls and games, Punch and Judy, food, craft fair, cream teas, pony rides, surf simulator, cider tent and much more - click herefor more details.
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Sun, 16th Jun: Live entertainment featuring Dave Dean 6-00pm at the Star Inn, Castle Road. Call 937 2391 for more information.
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Don’t forget to check herefor listings of regular weekly meetings
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Mon, 17th Jun:
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Tue, 18th Jun: Folk Dance Club Peter & Marj Hendy with Dave Byett ~ New members always welcome. From 7.45pm to 10.15pm in the Community Centre hall
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Wed, 19th Jun: WI meeting from 7.30pm (members only)
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Wed, 19th Jun: Revel Bingo Traditional bingo night – several games available – cash prizes and key of fortune. Food available. Over 18’s only can play for cash prizes. 7pm in the Pucklechurch Village Sports and Social Club St Aldams Drive
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Wed, 19th Jun: Parish Council meeting at 7.30pm in the Community Centre meeting room. Members of the public are invited to attend. If you wish to speak at the meeting you are requested to let the clerk know in advance
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Sun, 23rd Jun: Youth Church welcomes children and teenagers. You don't have to be a Christian to join in. From 10 to 11am in the Church Room (Tower Playgroup's room).
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Sun, 23rd Jun: Quiz Night with cash prizes. Quiz starts at 9.00pm in the Pucklechurch Social Club (upstairs at the Community Centre, Abson Road).
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Sun, 23rd Jun: Live entertainment featuring Pete holden 6-00pm at the Star Inn, Castle Road. Call 937 2391 for more information.
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Fri, 28th Jun: Open Mic Night (last Friday of the month) ~ Come to watch (audience always appreciated!) or to join in. Groups and single musicians/singers from beginners to professionals welcome. Electric and Acoustic sets. Meet other musicians and have a jam session. from 8.00pm at the "Top Club" (PVSSC) St. Aldam's Drive, Pucklechurch. Call/text Martin on 0780 907 5784 if you have questions.
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Sat, 29th Jun: Folk Dance Club, MIDSUMMER DANCE MIKE COURTHOLD with WESTON COUNTRY DANCE BAND. Tickets £7.00 from Von Holder - 0117 9372818 ~ Raffle ~ American Supper ~ bar available. From 7.20 to 11.00pm in the Pucklechurch Community Centre.
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Sun, 30th Jun: Live entertainment featuring Pete holden 6-00pm at the Star Inn, Castle Road. Call 937 2391 for more information.
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News & Announcements |
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23.05.13: Pucklechurch Parish Council contact details have changed. Following the appointment of Debra Duke as the new Clerk the address and telephone number has changed. Click here for details.
23.05.13: The Good Neighbours Scheme have updated their status.
23.05.13: Cotswold Spring Brewery (Dodington Ash) are looking for temporary help in July and August as a cask racker/assistant. Applicants must be fit and able to lift casks. Please call the brewery on 01454 323 088 for more details.
17.05.13: Pucklechurch Doctors’ Surgery. A planning application has been made to convert the old Elizabeth Shaw building on Becket Court into a doctors’ surgery. Details on the SGC website here...
17.05.13: The Parish Council telephone number has been changed to: 0117 214 0551. Please also note that following the retirement of Diane Bailey the new clerk to the council is Debra Duke.
14.05.13: The photos and answers for this year’s Scarecrow Trail are now available for viewing here...
10.05.13: The agenda for the Parish Council AGM to be held on 15th May has been published.
04.05.13: Pucklechucrh News deadline is Friday, 19th May for the Summer edition. Please send all contributions for publication to editor@pucklechurch.org
03.05.13: Revel have published more details of this year’s events. You can find details on the calendar and on the Revel page.
24.04.13: The Folk Dance Club meeting dates for the rest of 2013 are now on the village calendar. The club meets every second Tuesday and new members are always welcome. Club details here...
23.04.13: Quiz and Curry Night tickets are still available. From 7.00pm on 27th April - Full details here...
15.04.13: The HeartStart team are please to announce that the third defibrillator has been installed and is operational on the outside wall of the Coach House Cafe at the junction of Westerleigh Road and Parkfield Road. It is a good idea to familiarise yourself with the locations and how you would get to them in an emergency. More information here...
11.04.13: The Future of Public Transport in Pucklechurch. Are you happy with public transport for Pucklechurch? If not, now is your chance to do something about it. Come Along to the meeting on Monday at 8.00pm in the Community Centre meeting room to find out more and help get the scheme started.
10.04.13: Pucklechurch Scarecrow Trail. The Trail needs more scarecrow entries. This year’s theme is ‘The Good, The Bad and The Ugly’. To enter please contact Kay on 937 2073 or info@pucklechurchscarecrow.co.uk
01.04.13: The second phase of the consultation on boundary changes to Pucklechurch Parish is now under way by SGC. The Parish Council have put copies of the consultation document in all the pubs, shops and clubs as SGC decided not to distribute it. I would have liked to distribute this electronically but SGC stopped me. However you can complete the survey on-line at www.southglos.gov.uk/cgr.
The Parish Council is very concerned that there are significant issues with the way the consultation is proceeding. As you may remember the Parish Council raised concerns during the first phase and well over 100 resident then raised issues with SGC. Because of this the Parish Council were given assurances by SGC that they would be involved in the planning of the current consultation. However this did not happen and the Parish Council have raised further concerns with SGC and are waiting for a response. This issue will be discussed at the Parish Council meeting on Wednesday, 3rd April.
31.03.13: Hungry Badgers. Local farmer Chris Simpson has alerted us to the fact that this extended cold spell is making it difficult for badgers to find food. They are looking for new sources of food and may be coming into gardens. Badgers are usually afraid of humans and will avoid dogs. But if cornered or threatened they can be dangerous so if you suspect that badgers are entering your garden and have a dog that may harass them it is best to take precautions. More info on badgers here...
31.03.13: Pucklechurch Good Samaritans. A cyclist who was seriously injured in a road accident in Pucklechurch owes a lot to several unknown people including an off-duty nurse. He is now trying to find out who they were as he wants to thank them. Read the full story from the The Post.
22.03.13: Development of the Congregational Church site in the centre of the village. This application has now been considered and SGC's decision is to 'Approve with Conditions'. The decision notice will be available on the Council’s website here (the application number is PK13/0185/F). Please allow 7 days for the website to be updated.
22.03.13: Even if the weather is not cooperating I have changed the main image to reflect that it is now Spring!
22.03.13: Notice from the Heating Oil Club. Due to the prolonged cold weather and the increase in demand, we have agreed with a supplier a mid-month order rate. Rates have dropped below 60p/l for the first time in a few months! Details are as follows: Rate is £0.5995 (pence per litre exc. vat at 5%) Minimum order is 500 Lit. To get this you must order and pay no later than 8am, Monday morning 25th March 2013. Delivery within 10 working days. There is no Debit card charge but the supplier does charge for the use a credit cards. Note: This is a mid-month order and we will still run the Sunday the 7th April order. To take advantage logon or join the Oil Club here
21.03.13: More on YOI Ashfield SGC Council Meeting. The full motion put to council and unanimously accepted may be found here. The BBC also gives more information here...
21:03.13: YOI Ashfield SGC Council Meeting. On Wednesday, 21st March an Emergency motion proposed by District Councillor Steve Reade was discussed at last night's full council meeting od SGC. It included the Council making representations to NOMS and SERCO on the way the proposed changes are being made. It also calls on the Coalition government to reconsider the proposal. There was also a request that NOMS & SERCO positively engages with the community. The motion was unanimously accepted. More information in the Bristol Post article here... (sorry for any pop-ups you might get they are from the Post website!)
15.03.13: Changes to YOI Ashfield. The Parish Council have publishes notes from the public meeting on 20th February (PDF file here) and the Parish Meeting held on 5th March (PDF file here) regarding the plan to change YOI Ashfield into a prison for adult male sex offenders.
15.03.13: Footpath closed that runs between Laurel Farm and the School. SGC have extended the closure to 4th June 2013.
15.03.13: The Revel Quiz scheduled for 17th March has been postponed until later in the year.
07.03.13: Are you involved with providing support or activities for young people? SGC are providing grants for "Positive Activities Subsidy Grants Programme" for Young People. Deadline dates for receipt of future applications and information are available on their website here...
02.03.13: The new Post Office will open on Friday, 8th March with a 'Grand Opening' at 11.00am. It is expected that local MP, Steve Webb will attend. The new Post Office will be located in Walker's Newsagents.
02.03.13: The chair of the Parish Council has called a Parish Meeting to discuss and agree actions, by the community, that could influence future decisions on Ashfield YOI following the announcement to close and re-role as a Category C adult prison. Invitations have been sent to Steve Webb M.P., District Councillors, representatives of the Ministry of Justice and Ashfield YOI. Tuesday, 5th March at 7.00 pm in the Village Hall Social Club, Abson Road
02.03.13: Cleaner Required for Pucklechurch School. The company that employs the school cleaners are looking for a new member of their staff to join the hard working here at Pucklechurch Primary School. The hours are 3.00 – 5.30 each evening with some school holiday cover needed (can be flexible). Hours and pay meet the minimum wage. If you are interested can you please contact Phil at Regent Cleaning on 07920872339.
02.03.13: The local police will be holding a regular "Beat Surgery" the first Saturday of each month from 10:30am to noon in the mobile Police Station which will be parked in the Community Centre car park. This will be a perfect opportunity for local residents to meet their Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) and make them aware of any issues they feel necessary. The surgery will be held at the same time as the Parish Council surgery (held in the Community Centre meeting room).
02.03.13: St Thomas a Becket invites everyone, families, single folks, young and not so young, alike to its new informal service on the first Sunday in the month; Cafe Church. Cafe church aims to provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere and space in busy lives to consider some Christian teachings in a modern approach to Church. More information here...
07.02.13: A planning application (PK13/0185/F) for the development of the old Congregational church site in the centre of the village has been made.
Details may be found on the SGC website here. You may also comment on the application by clicking on the “Make a public comment” button on the SGC website. Please note that the last date for making comments is NEXT Tuesday, 12th Feb.
07.02.13: Dates (5th and 6th May) and Details for this year's Scarecrow Trail and Competition have been added here...
07.02.13: The winter 2013 edition of Pucklechurch News is now on-line. Click the thumbnail below to download the PDF version
31.01.13: Save on your Heating Oil. The Pucklechurch Oil Club has been operating for several months saving its members hundreds of pounds. Joining is easy and you get a quote with the oil club price and the regular price. There is no obligation until you accept the quote. In the last three weeks oil prices have risen 4p
To get a delivery in February you will need to place your order by TOMORROW Friday, 1st February. Click here to join or order.
31.01.13: Our local Police beat team have seen an increase in Asian jewellery thefts in the Boyde Valley & Bitton area. Click here for more information and advice on ways you can protect your property.
30.01.13: Black Bin Collection this Friday (1st Feb): As the bins were not collected due to the snow additional waste that can no longer fit inside the black bin will be collected. Put it in a bags and place it next to the black wheeled bin for collection.
29.01.13: Our local Police Team want to make us aware of the increase in moped thefts and interference. The Boyde Valley district have had an increase in the theft of the number plates as well as the bikes themselves. The bikes have been stolen from the roadside and private driveways and cutting security chains/locks we would encourage you to step up security and be extra vigilant. Preferred days being Wednesday and during the weekends peaking between the hours of 19.00 and midnight.
29.01.13: Pucklechurch Primary School have a new website
21.01.13: The Police Commissioner of Avon & Somerset Sue Mountstevens is conducting a face-to-face public consultation in South Gloucestershire about the draft Police plan on Thursday 7th February from 10 am to 12 noon at the Coniston Community Centre, The Parade, Patchway, Bristol BS34 5JP.
This is an opportunity to meet with the Commissioner and share your views as the Commissioner wishes to receive comments from as many people as possible.
You can also complete an online survey here...
11.01.13: The following clubs have updated their pages with their 2013 schedule; Folk Dance Club, Happy Circle, Gardeners' Club, Thomas a Becket Youth Group.
11.01.13: Pucklechurch Handbell Ringers are looking for new members. It is great fun learning new tunes and you don’t need to be able to read music. Details here...
11.01.13: The Good Neighbours Scheme have had a request from the Contact the Elderly Scheme to see if Pucklechurch would be interested in running a Contact the Elderly scheme here. This involves holding monthly get-togethers for elderly. More details may be found on the Good Neighbours page here...
30.12.12: Carers Wanted: SGC are trying to attract more (a) people who can provide disabled children/young people with short breaks under the scheme ‘Share the Care’; and also (b) mainstream foster carers. You can read more and find contact information in these two documents: Fostering article & Share the Care article.
01.12.12: Pucklechurch Open Mic have updated their page.
22.11.12: Pucklechurch Heating Oil Club: A reminder that the club’s order by date is this Sunday for deliveries required before Christmas. Members have seen savings of over £200 on 1000 litres of heating oil by using the club. It is not too late to signup and take a delivery before Christmas. Click here...
20.11.12:The Christmas edition of Pucklechurch News is now available as a PDF. Click thumbnail
10.11.12: Revel Sparkle on 2nd December ~ please note the time has changed to 4.00pm
24.10.02: The Revel Photo Competition winners and commended entries are now uploaded here...
24.10.02: The events for St. Thomas à Becket have been updated here and in the calendar.
19.10.02: The Pucklechurch and Shortwood Good Neighbours have been really busy in the last few months. Read the full update here...
17.10.12: Dates for 2013. The 2013 calendar is now live so get your dates into the calendar by e-mail or completing this form.
16.10.12: Revel 2013 Dates. The Revel committee have announced preliminary information on the events for 2013. Details here...
14.10.12: New Parish Councillor: The Parish Council have co-opted Jayne Hawkins to fill the vacancy that had been previously advertised
14.10.12: Small (revenue) grants from SGC ~ These grants are awarded to local groups to develop projects and provide activities that meet local needs. Categories of work include art and culture, children and play, community safety, developing communities, enhancing the natural and built environment, learning activities, promoting equality and tackling poverty, sports and for supporting vulnerable people. Applications can be made between 22nd October 2012 with a closing date of 26th November 2012. Groups will have a total of 5 weeks to complete and submit their application. More information here...
01.10.12: The Green, Oaktree Avenue: The SGC Public Rights of Way and Commons Registration Sub Committee met on 27 September 2012 and considered further a report in respect of the application for Village Green status. After careful consideration the Sub Committee resolved to accept the officer recommendation to designate part of the area as a village green. Further details and a link to the full report may be found here...
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