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February PC Meeting Agenda Available Online
The agenda for the February Parish Council Meeting is available to download here.
Date: Thursday 9th October 2011
Venue: Villge Hall, Upper Basildon, 7:30pm
Posted: 03/02/12
Shackles Bridge Deck Replacement Update
As you may be aware Church Lane, LB is closed so that the railway bridge can be renewed. The closure was due to be lifted on 5th March, however due to unexpected engineering difficulties the closure will now remain in place until MONDAY 2ND APRIL. The works are being carried out by the Murphy Group on behalf of NetworkRail. Queries should be addressed to the engineer in charge of the works, Gary Miller on 07872 503463. Posted: 18/01/12
Craft Courses
If you'd be interested in local craft workshops then visit www.handmadeworkshop.com and fill in the survey to register your interest. If you do this by 15th November then you could win a £25 Amazon voucher. Posted: 20/09/11
Basildon Barbarians Football Club
The Basildon Barbarians are a newly established Football Club using the Rec in Upper Basildon as their home ground. They will be playing in the Reading and District Sunday League and would love to see villagers supporting them at their home matches. The season starts in September but they will be playing some pre-season friendly matches against other local teams in August. For more information, Click here. Posted: 28/07/11
The Orion Star Count
The Campaign to Protect Rural England (CPRE), working alongside the British Astronomical Association’s Campaign for Dark Skies (CfDS), is once again running their Star Count week from 31st January until 6th February this year. This week has been chosen as there will be no moon in the sky to interfere with the count. If there are adverse weather conditions this week, the count will be rerun from Monday 28th February until 6th March, 2011. For more information, Click here. Posted: 27/01/11
Phone Boxes in Upper Basildon
Due to lack of use, BT are no longer maintaining the two red phone boxes in Upper Basildon. They have been acquired by the Parish Council for a nominal sum who are now looking for suggestions as to possible alternative uses for them. This could be anything from growing strawberries to showcasing local artists. One village even opened a mini library in their old phone box. If you have any ideas, please contact the Parish Council parishcouncil@basildon-berks.net.
Posted: 02/11/10
ATTENTION - Recent Local Burglaries
There seems to have been a spate of local burglaries recently, particularly in the Lower Basildon area. The thieves have mainly targetted outbuildings and building sites, taking tools and equipment. However there has also been a case of a houses being broken into. Please remember to be vigilant and keep your sheds / garages locked. If you see any suspicious activity or have any information, please phone local police on 0845 8 505 505. Posted: 03/6/10