News
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
