What is the point of an Annual Parish Meeting?

It is your chance to hear, briefly, from us what we have been up to this past year.

Why should I bother coming along?

This is your time to ask questions, raise concerns, and have a say on matters that are important to you, your family and friends that live here or visit you. It won’t be a stuffy, boring meeting, no lecturns … we’ve shaken it up a bit. We will be in small groups so it is not going to be daunting if you are new to these yearly gatherings. Give it a chance because if you don’t say what you think of the village, of Parish Council or what you would like added or changed then it is just guess work from us.

Can anyone just come along?

Pretty much but you should be a resident of Bottisham. We really want to meet you and hear from you whether you have lived here for years or just moved in.

I do have some ideas about improving the village but will you listen?

As a resident your top priority should be to ask about current key concerns or projects impacting the village, such as the status of planned improvements, ongoing developments, or recent initiatives to address traffic issues within the village … anything that you feel affects daily lives. We will listen.

I like living in Bottisham but I’ve got no idea what Parish Council does or what questions to ask - can you give some guidance?

To give you some idea …

• Budget and spending:How is the current Parish Council budget allocated across different areas like maintenance, community projects, and environmental initiatives?
• Community engagement:What channels do residents have to voice concerns and provide feedback on council decisions?
• Local planning:What are the current planning applications being considered in the village, and how are they expected to impact the community?
• Environmental issues:What steps is the council taking to address environmental concerns within Bottisham?
• Accessibility and inclusivity:How is the council ensuring its services and facilities are accessible to all members of the community?
• Upcoming events and initiatives:What community events or projects is the council planning to host in the near future?

When and where is it taking place?

Tuesday 29th April at 7:30pm at the Bottisham Sports & Social Club. The bar will be open at the end too.

If you can't make it but want to put either some questions through or have some feedback please email: clerk@bottisham-pc.gov.uk

Please be advised of a planned road closure for Tunbridge Lane from 14th April - 22nd April from 8am - 6pm.   A map of the closure and the order are located in the additional documents.  

Hearing Aid Maintenance at Hilton Park

Every 4th Tuesday of the month (starting March 25th) from 10am-12noon you can drop in to Hilton Park and get your hearing aids serviced (clean, re-tube, batteries). Please share to all those not on Facebook. They do not provide hearing tests or hearing aids.

They also need volunteers and donations to ensure this service. Please get in touch if you would like any further information. www.cambridgeshirehearinghelp.org.ukTelephone - 01223 416141

We have been made aware of the level crossing closure in Fulbourn that is accessed from Great Wilbraham.    This is a 3 month closure to all vehicles, only those on foot will be permitted to cross.   This restriction has been set out by National Rail for safety reasons during the gas main works.     County Councillor Daunton states: 

FROM 17^th March to 13^th June inclusive, Church Lane and Station Road, Fulbourn will be partially closed to traffic. Only pedestrians and walking cyclists will be allowed through. IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO PASS THROUGH THE WILBRAHAMS AND ONTO FULBOURN VIA THIS ROUTE OR VICE VERSA.

During this time Cadent Gas will be renewing the gas main across the closed area. The area includes a level crossing and Network Rail has specified a complete closure for safety reasons.

The complete closure at the level crossing on Wilbraham Road will mean a significant diversion . Residents of Station Road and Church Lane will not be able to pass over the level crossing in a vehicleand those in the Wilbrahams and beyond will only be able to go as far as the Fielding estate and businesses close by.Again, cycles and pedestrians will have unhindered access. Access to facilities in Great and Little Wilbraham will be maintained, but to reach Fulbourn from the Wilbrahams, the diversion will be via the A1303 and the Quy roundabout. THIS will be clearly signed for all those coming from Bottisham, Swaffhams and places further north who might be used to driving throuhg the Wilbrahams en route for Fulbourn and beyond.

Bottisham Neighbourhood Plan Consultation - Saturday 1st March at Bottisham Sports & Social Club - 2pm - 7pm Drop In

https://www.bottisham-pc.gov.uk/neighbourhood-plan

A Neighbourhood Plan is a key way for the community to influence future development of their community - not just in housing, but in many aspects of the life and environment of the village. Once created, it will have a significant influence on the development of the village into the future.

Following a village-wide survey last year, a resident’s working party are in the process of finalising a draft plan.

We would like to share and discuss this draft plan with you. Your feedback will be incorporated into the final plan.

This plan will then go out for consultation again before submission to East Cambs District Council.

This will be a “drop-in” consultation where you can interact informally with the members of the working group on the range of different areas they are each working on.

To mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II lets come together & remember the enormous sacrifices made at home & abroad … so come along on Saturday 10th May 2pm - 5pm at the 'Triangle' for tea & cake, fish 'n' chips from Ocean Tree &fun family entertainment.

We are looking for volunteers to help make this event happen. Ifyou are willing to bake, make or have family entertainment skills then we wouldlove to hear from you.

We need the community to help make this happen … email clerk@bottisham-pc.gov.uk