NEWS
21st May 2019
Annual Parish Meeting 2019
Please join us at the Barkway Community Hall and Pavilion on Wednesday 29th May at 7:30pm for the Annual Parish Meeting. Our guest speaker will be Jacqueline Veater from GovResources who will be giving an update on the Neighbourhood plan. Then the Chairman will be doing a presentation and there will be an update from the local village organisations.
Please do come along, there will be drinks and nibbles!
21st May 2019
Crime Prevention Session
Reed Parish Council, in conjunction with the Police and the Neighbourhood Watch Liaison Team, is hosting a Village Crime Prevention Session at Reed Village Hall on Saturday 15th June from 10am to 1pm
. The Police will be giving away free shed alarms and Selecta DNA kits for marking up tools and equipment
. You will be able to book free home security checks
. The Police van will be there for children to look at and get in
. There will be the opportunity to sign up to Neighbourhood Watch and receive OWL messaging
. There will be people on hand to give advice and for you to share concerns
Friends of Reed School & St Mary’s Church will be selling tea/coffee and cakes.
Annual Parish Meeting 2019
Please join us at the Barkway Community Hall and Pavilion on Wednesday 29th May at 7:30pm for the Annual Parish Meeting. Our guest speaker will be Jacqueline Veater from GovResources who will be giving an update on the Neighbourhood plan. Then the Chairman will be doing a presentation and there will be an update from the local village organisations.
Please do come along, there will be drinks and nibbles!
21st May 2019
Crime Prevention Session
Reed Parish Council, in conjunction with the Police and the Neighbourhood Watch Liaison Team, is hosting a Village Crime Prevention Session at Reed Village Hall on Saturday 15th June from 10am to 1pm
. The Police will be giving away free shed alarms and Selecta DNA kits for marking up tools and equipment
. You will be able to book free home security checks
. The Police van will be there for children to look at and get in
. There will be the opportunity to sign up to Neighbourhood Watch and receive OWL messaging
. There will be people on hand to give advice and for you to share concerns
Friends of Reed School & St Mary’s Church will be selling tea/coffee and cakes.
14th May 2019
New Council Term
There has been some change in the parish council, as we sadly say goodbye to our Chairman Giuseppe Frapporti and Councillor Michael Price. The rest of the council would like to thank Giuseppe and Michael for their hard work and for giving up their free time in making the village a better place for its residents.
When people leave, we also have people join, and we would like to welcome Julia Magill onto the council. Julia lives in Nuthampstead and was co-opted in Mays meeting. She will be looking after the planning portfolio and will be working closely with the council and residents on the neighbourhood plan.
Kristian Melson has taken over from Giuseppe as chairman
New Council Term
There has been some change in the parish council, as we sadly say goodbye to our Chairman Giuseppe Frapporti and Councillor Michael Price. The rest of the council would like to thank Giuseppe and Michael for their hard work and for giving up their free time in making the village a better place for its residents.
When people leave, we also have people join, and we would like to welcome Julia Magill onto the council. Julia lives in Nuthampstead and was co-opted in Mays meeting. She will be looking after the planning portfolio and will be working closely with the council and residents on the neighbourhood plan.
Kristian Melson has taken over from Giuseppe as chairman
24th October 2018
Defibrillator
We are pleased to announce that an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) has been installed in the old BT phone kiosk on the High Street. In an emergency the equipment is accessed by dialling 999 and the ambulance service will give the caller a code to unlock the cabinet. Please see below for upcoming training dates for use of the defibrillator .
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 2018 : 7.30 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM, BARKWAY PAVILION
The more people who know how to use the portable defibrillator the more chance there is of saving the life of a victim of sudden cardiac arrest.
Please come along on 20 November, everybody is welcome and no special skills are required. The seminar is free and is an excellent opportunity to learn CPR.
If you can attend please email Jackie Connolly at:
jackie.connolly@barkway-village.co.uk
25th September 2018
Remembrance Day 11/11/2018
Barkway will be hosting the procession to mark this years 100th anniversary since the end of World War 1 on 11th November. The Royal British Legion, scouts and residents will first meet at the memorial from 10:45am, then after a short service, the procession will go down High Street, turn right into Church Walk. Hopefully all in the Church by 11:25am.
The road at the junction with Church Walk and High Street, Royston Road with its junction with High Street (near War memorial) and Cambridge Road ( close to Bonds Crescent) will be closed temporarily from 10:45am to 11:20am.
Defibrillator
We are pleased to announce that an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) has been installed in the old BT phone kiosk on the High Street. In an emergency the equipment is accessed by dialling 999 and the ambulance service will give the caller a code to unlock the cabinet. Please see below for upcoming training dates for use of the defibrillator .
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 2018 : 7.30 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM, BARKWAY PAVILION
The more people who know how to use the portable defibrillator the more chance there is of saving the life of a victim of sudden cardiac arrest.
Please come along on 20 November, everybody is welcome and no special skills are required. The seminar is free and is an excellent opportunity to learn CPR.
If you can attend please email Jackie Connolly at:
jackie.connolly@barkway-village.co.uk
25th September 2018
Remembrance Day 11/11/2018
Barkway will be hosting the procession to mark this years 100th anniversary since the end of World War 1 on 11th November. The Royal British Legion, scouts and residents will first meet at the memorial from 10:45am, then after a short service, the procession will go down High Street, turn right into Church Walk. Hopefully all in the Church by 11:25am.
The road at the junction with Church Walk and High Street, Royston Road with its junction with High Street (near War memorial) and Cambridge Road ( close to Bonds Crescent) will be closed temporarily from 10:45am to 11:20am.
9th August 2018
A big thank you to all who turned out on Tuesday for Royston Crows photo of the story. It was a painfully hot day but it did not stop the big crowd from supporting the objection to unsustainable home building!
You can read the Royston Crows article here!
27th April 2018
Road Closure
Please beware that the A10, somewhere south of Royston will be closed between the hours of 9-30am to 16-00pm on the following dates
22nd January 2018
The NHDC Local Plan and Barkway land allocations.
Some of you may be aware that over the last few months the NHDC Local Plan has been under review by the government appointed inspector. On the 8th February the part of the Local Plan that affects Barkway under land allocations comes under review. Whilst members of the Parish Council will be present some of you may also wish to attend. The session will discuss the suitability of Barkway's three allocated sites.
The session starts at 9am on Thursday 8th February at the Icknield Centre, Icknield Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1EF.
A big thank you to all who turned out on Tuesday for Royston Crows photo of the story. It was a painfully hot day but it did not stop the big crowd from supporting the objection to unsustainable home building!
You can read the Royston Crows article here!
27th April 2018
Road Closure
Please beware that the A10, somewhere south of Royston will be closed between the hours of 9-30am to 16-00pm on the following dates
- May 8th to May 14th 2018
- May 24th to May 30th 2018.
22nd January 2018
The NHDC Local Plan and Barkway land allocations.
Some of you may be aware that over the last few months the NHDC Local Plan has been under review by the government appointed inspector. On the 8th February the part of the Local Plan that affects Barkway under land allocations comes under review. Whilst members of the Parish Council will be present some of you may also wish to attend. The session will discuss the suitability of Barkway's three allocated sites.
The session starts at 9am on Thursday 8th February at the Icknield Centre, Icknield Way, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 1EF.
18th January 2018
The Parish Council are aware the bus shelter on corner of Royston Road and Periwinkle Close succumbed to the high winds and has been blown off its standings. Thankfully this occurred shortly after the school bus had picked up and departed. No injuries occurred and no damage to property. The Clerk is working to have the bust shelter reinstated as soon as possible.
The Parish Council are aware the bus shelter on corner of Royston Road and Periwinkle Close succumbed to the high winds and has been blown off its standings. Thankfully this occurred shortly after the school bus had picked up and departed. No injuries occurred and no damage to property. The Clerk is working to have the bust shelter reinstated as soon as possible.
11th January 2018
Unfortunately, following our annual independent safety inspection of play apparatus on the Rec we have had to reluctantly take a decision to close the zip wire due to excessive rot in the supporting timbers, as reported by the safety inspectors
The Parish Council is aware of the disappointment this will create but we are obliged to take what may be considered unpopular actions to ensure the safety of everyone.
We will research the options available to us, considering the age of the zip wire and the changes in safety requirements since it’s installation and the economics of repair, this may take a number of weeks.
Unfortunately, following our annual independent safety inspection of play apparatus on the Rec we have had to reluctantly take a decision to close the zip wire due to excessive rot in the supporting timbers, as reported by the safety inspectors
The Parish Council is aware of the disappointment this will create but we are obliged to take what may be considered unpopular actions to ensure the safety of everyone.
We will research the options available to us, considering the age of the zip wire and the changes in safety requirements since it’s installation and the economics of repair, this may take a number of weeks.
18th October 2017
Over the last few evenings there has been an increase in attempted thefts from vehicles and houses in Barkway and the surrounding area. Please be vigilliant and report any suspicious behaviour to the police on 101.
29th September 2017
Barkway Parish Council is delighted to have been awarded a grant of £7,220 from the War Memorials Trust which will contribute 75% towards the cost of the renovation works to the War Memorial.
Work commenced on 29th September and is expected to be completed before the end of October, in time for Remembrance Sunday on 12th November.
A re-dedication ceremony is planned following the Remembrance Day ceremony on 12th November. Click here to read the press release.
Barkway Parish Council is delighted to have been awarded a grant of £7,220 from the War Memorials Trust which will contribute 75% towards the cost of the renovation works to the War Memorial.
Work commenced on 29th September and is expected to be completed before the end of October, in time for Remembrance Sunday on 12th November.
A re-dedication ceremony is planned following the Remembrance Day ceremony on 12th November. Click here to read the press release.
28th July 2017
Barkway High Street is now open
23rd July 2017
At the NHDC Planning Control Committee meeting held on 23rd July, attended by Councillor Graham Swann and District Councillor Gerald Morris, the application to build 25 new houses on the land north of Millcroft was unanimously rejected
19th July 2017
Further update on road closure in Barkway High Street
This is an emergency road closure by Herts Highways for the reason in yesterday's update and as there have been some incidents more signs are being made up to give earlier and clearer warnings to motorists. Incidents such as motor bikes riding on pavements and cars squeezing through the small gap and causing damage to property have occurred - contractors will be reducing the gap to prevent any vehicle from attempting to squeeze through. Emergency services have been made aware of the closure and it is their responsibility to check road closures and to seek alternative routes. Further updates will be published as and when information is available..
Further update on road closure in Barkway High Street
This is an emergency road closure by Herts Highways for the reason in yesterday's update and as there have been some incidents more signs are being made up to give earlier and clearer warnings to motorists. Incidents such as motor bikes riding on pavements and cars squeezing through the small gap and causing damage to property have occurred - contractors will be reducing the gap to prevent any vehicle from attempting to squeeze through. Emergency services have been made aware of the closure and it is their responsibility to check road closures and to seek alternative routes. Further updates will be published as and when information is available..
18th July 2017
Unexpected road closure in Barkway High Street - Update
The Parish Council has been in touch with Herts County Council this afternoon and they expect the works to last 2 weeks. The reason for the sudden closure is that the culvert in the centre of the road was in danger of collapse if immediate work was not carried out. They expect the work to take about two weeks, about one week for repairs and just under a week for the concrete to cure. The diversion signs for the lorries and cars have been set up to use the same classification of road as they would use if coming through the village. Herts County Council and Barkway Parish Council would like to thank the residents for their patience whilst this important work is carried out.
30th June 2017
Yesterday at the NHDC Planning Control Committee Meeting they were discussing the application to have two houses rather than just one on the former Tally Ho beer garden and the 12 houses to be built on plot BK1.
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Tally Ho - The Council agreed that two houses could be built at the Tally Ho by a vote of 6 to 5.
BK1 - Councillor Falaschi-Ray, Chair of Barkway Parish Council requested that the garages in BK1 could be made open car ports so that motor vehicles could be put in them and not have them just used as extra storage space, thereby risking overflow car parking on the road. The Council said that they could remain as garages but agreed to make it a planning stipulation that they were designed for car parking and, if parking on the road became a problem, they would enforce this.
Yesterday at the NHDC Planning Control Committee Meeting they were discussing the application to have two houses rather than just one on the former Tally Ho beer garden and the 12 houses to be built on plot BK1.
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Tally Ho - The Council agreed that two houses could be built at the Tally Ho by a vote of 6 to 5.
BK1 - Councillor Falaschi-Ray, Chair of Barkway Parish Council requested that the garages in BK1 could be made open car ports so that motor vehicles could be put in them and not have them just used as extra storage space, thereby risking overflow car parking on the road. The Council said that they could remain as garages but agreed to make it a planning stipulation that they were designed for car parking and, if parking on the road became a problem, they would enforce this.
15th June 2017
Recreation Ground
Please note that the Parish Council has removed the seats on the swings for necessary maintenance and that they will be back in operation as soon as possible.
22nd May 2017
The planning application for 100 houses on the western two-thirds of the field known as BK3 has been withdrawn. This may only be a temporary reprieve. The Parish Council had objected to the application for 25 houses to be built on the field on Royston Road between the mast former RAF Barkway and the houses to the south on the grounds of unsustainability.
Recreation Ground
Please note that the Parish Council has removed the seats on the swings for necessary maintenance and that they will be back in operation as soon as possible.
22nd May 2017
The planning application for 100 houses on the western two-thirds of the field known as BK3 has been withdrawn. This may only be a temporary reprieve. The Parish Council had objected to the application for 25 houses to be built on the field on Royston Road between the mast former RAF Barkway and the houses to the south on the grounds of unsustainability.
12th May 2017
Due to identified car parking issues in and around the Barkway Recreation Ground, the Parish Council is proposing to relieve the problems that occur when vehicles over spill on to Cambridge Road during activities on the Rec by redefining areas within the available space on the Rec and creating additional grassed parking facilities, only to be used when events take place.
Interest is obviously very high in this proposal and the Parish Council has put together a presentation to answer any questions residents may have.
Please click here to view this presentation
If you wish to express a view on this matter either in objection, or support, please email your views to parish clerk@barkway-village.co.uk by 21st May
Due to identified car parking issues in and around the Barkway Recreation Ground, the Parish Council is proposing to relieve the problems that occur when vehicles over spill on to Cambridge Road during activities on the Rec by redefining areas within the available space on the Rec and creating additional grassed parking facilities, only to be used when events take place.
Interest is obviously very high in this proposal and the Parish Council has put together a presentation to answer any questions residents may have.
Please click here to view this presentation
If you wish to express a view on this matter either in objection, or support, please email your views to parish clerk@barkway-village.co.uk by 21st May
Responsible Dog Ownership - Barkway
With the longer days upon us many more of us are now taking to walking the footpaths again and enjoying our wonderful surroundings. Could we please point out to dog owners that not everyone likes dogs or is comfortable with loose dogs approaching them on their walks. If you are not 100% sure that you can recall your dog then please be considerate and keep the dog on a lead when meeting other walkers.
Could we also remind dog owners that it is an offence to not clean up after your dog if it fouls on the footpath or on anyone's property.
There are numerous dog bins located around the village, which the Parish Council pays to have emptied on a weekly basis, so there is no excuse to not pick up!
With the longer days upon us many more of us are now taking to walking the footpaths again and enjoying our wonderful surroundings. Could we please point out to dog owners that not everyone likes dogs or is comfortable with loose dogs approaching them on their walks. If you are not 100% sure that you can recall your dog then please be considerate and keep the dog on a lead when meeting other walkers.
Could we also remind dog owners that it is an offence to not clean up after your dog if it fouls on the footpath or on anyone's property.
There are numerous dog bins located around the village, which the Parish Council pays to have emptied on a weekly basis, so there is no excuse to not pick up!
9th May 2017
Apparently some items, 2 bikes and a BBQ, were stolen from a garden in White House Court overnight. A toolbox was found Church Lane this morning and has been taken to Royston Police Station. If anyone recognises it, they should contact the Police.
Apparently some items, 2 bikes and a BBQ, were stolen from a garden in White House Court overnight. A toolbox was found Church Lane this morning and has been taken to Royston Police Station. If anyone recognises it, they should contact the Police.
26th April 2017
Early this morning a van, trailer and contents were stolen from outside a house in Royston Road. The thieves also damaged another vehicle in the process. Images of three people were captured on CCTV but all were wearing hoods. Crime of this nature is on the increase in the area and residents are asked to be vigilant and report anything suspicious to the Police.
This incident happened around 00.45h. If anybody has any information whatsoever could they please contact the Police on 101
Early this morning a van, trailer and contents were stolen from outside a house in Royston Road. The thieves also damaged another vehicle in the process. Images of three people were captured on CCTV but all were wearing hoods. Crime of this nature is on the increase in the area and residents are asked to be vigilant and report anything suspicious to the Police.
This incident happened around 00.45h. If anybody has any information whatsoever could they please contact the Police on 101
19th April 2017
Overnight last night (Tuesday 18th) three outbuildings in the High Street, Barkway were targeted. Not known what property has been taken at this point. Please make sure your outbuildings / Sheds are secure and report any suspicious activity on 101.
Overnight last night (Tuesday 18th) three outbuildings in the High Street, Barkway were targeted. Not known what property has been taken at this point. Please make sure your outbuildings / Sheds are secure and report any suspicious activity on 101.
18th April 2017
It has to be reported that on the night of Saturday 15th April, the shed at the rear of the Barkway Pavilion on the Recreation Ground was broken into. Needless damage was sustained and there being nothing of great value in the shed, the thieves annoyingly damaged the pitch line marking equipment. The Police were informed and have requested that residents take extra care in making their sheds and outbuildings as secure as possible. Any suspicious behaviour should be reported to the Police immediately.
It has to be reported that on the night of Saturday 15th April, the shed at the rear of the Barkway Pavilion on the Recreation Ground was broken into. Needless damage was sustained and there being nothing of great value in the shed, the thieves annoyingly damaged the pitch line marking equipment. The Police were informed and have requested that residents take extra care in making their sheds and outbuildings as secure as possible. Any suspicious behaviour should be reported to the Police immediately.
Overnight Friday 17th March to Saturday 18th March a stable premises was broken into in London Road, Barkway. The offenders cut though padlocks and chain links using a bolt cutter or similar. The offenders have stolen large objects as well as smaller items, a quad bike, mini tractor, power tools and equestrian equipment were stolen. If you witnessed any thing suspicious occurring in the village during the between times please report on 101 and quote G4/17/241.
Between Friday 3rd March and Wednesday 8th March we have had a spate of outbuilding burglaries in the wider area and farm gates being tampered, although nothing has yet been stolen in Barkway
If you have any information or have witnessed anything suspicious recently please contact – 01438 757935 or email chris.brabrook@herts.pnn.police .uk
6th February 2017
Since the Parish Council submitted its responses to the NHDC local plan and to the Rand's planning application for 100 houses in Barkway, there is nothing at the moment to report. As soon as any information is available, the Parish Council will provide an update.
6th February 2017
Since the Parish Council submitted its responses to the NHDC local plan and to the Rand's planning application for 100 houses in Barkway, there is nothing at the moment to report. As soon as any information is available, the Parish Council will provide an update.
16th January 2017
For those residents of Barkway who are registered with Barley Surgery, please click here to read about the proposed merger with the medical services at Granta Park Practices
For those residents of Barkway who are registered with Barley Surgery, please click here to read about the proposed merger with the medical services at Granta Park Practices
11th January 2017
PCSO Chris Brabrook reports that a spate of crime has occurred in the Barley area. From Monday 9th January to Weds 11th January two house burglaries were reported, one outbuilding burglary and one theft in the village.
The local Police team will be patrolling the area stopping any suspicious vehicles or people.
If you have any information that would help with any of the recent crimes or witness any suspicious activity please call 101.or email Chris at .chris.brabrook@herts.pnn.police.uk
PCSO Chris Brabrook reports that a spate of crime has occurred in the Barley area. From Monday 9th January to Weds 11th January two house burglaries were reported, one outbuilding burglary and one theft in the village.
The local Police team will be patrolling the area stopping any suspicious vehicles or people.
If you have any information that would help with any of the recent crimes or witness any suspicious activity please call 101.or email Chris at .chris.brabrook@herts.pnn.police.uk
