Roadworks in Charsfield

Church Road, Charsfield, Suffolk 16 January – 22 January Roadworks, Delays possible Traffic management: Traffic control (multi-way signals) Description: one.network has automatically assigned a category of Unclassified works to this Works based on the information available. Please note: Works Descriptions are not published by CityFibre. Responsibility for works: CityFibre Current status: Planned work about to

Loft Insulation Offer

50% off eco-friendly insulation for Suffolk residents Anyone in Suffolk can receive a 50% discount off their purchase of 200mm or 370mm wide insulation rolls (up to £200) with free delivery, from High Loft, the UK’s leading eco loft insulation brand.  Go to www.bit.ly/suffolkloft and fill in the short form to receive your personalised link

Thank you from the Village Hall Management Committee

On behalf of  Charsfield Village Hall Management Committee a big thank you to all those who supported the special December Christmas bar evening with the Carnivale trio which was well supported and raised £472 for East Anglian Children’s Hospices.

Suffolk County Council commits to devolution fast track

Suffolk commits to devolution fast track Suffolk should be fast tracked for devolution and local government reorganisation, councillors have decided.Published: 09 Jan 2025Following an invitation from ministers, Suffolk County Council’s Cabinet today agreed to recommend Suffolk for inclusion in the government’s Devolution Priority Programme (DPP), which would see the creation of a directly elected Mayor (likely

Can you transport some items to the tip for the Recreation Ground?

Charsfield Recreation Ground ** Help Needed ** We are looking for someone with either a trailer or van who may be willing to take some items to the dump.   Help would be given with both loading up and unloading at the dump.  Expenses will be covered. We are hoping to avoid hiring a skip, which

100 CLUB RESULTS FOR DECEMBER

CHARSFIELD RECREATION GROUND 100 CLUB WINNERS FOR DECEMBER2024 1st PRIZE NO 7   – £39 2nd PRIZE NO 92 – £19 The minimum annual maintenance cost for the wonderful recreation ground is in the region of £3,500; this is in addition to the many voluntary hours contributed by members of the Charsfield Recreation Ground Committee.  Please consider joining the 100 Club, the proceeds of which support the upkeep of the Recreation Field, so that everyone can continue to enjoy the amenities. It costs £12 for a year’s subscription.  There is a  monthly draw when 50% of 100 Club subscriptions are given in a 1st and 2nd cash prize, paid directly to the winner’s bank account.  All remaining monies go  towards maintenance

Consultation on renewal of PSPO Dogs on Leads – Charsfield Recreation Ground

Please see message from East Suffolk Council below.  The Public Space Protection Order for Dogs on Leads on Charsfield Recreation Ground is up for renewal.  Please take the time to complete the survey via the link https://eastsuffolk.co/pspo  This is your only chance to influence whether dogs are allowed off the lead or remain on the lead

HELP NEEDED

Registered Charity: 1098441 Would you have a spare hour or two every so often to join the Recreation Ground Taskforce?   Although the grass and hedge cutting is performed by contractors, there are occasions when help is needed.  This may involve checking equipment, small repairs and some weeding in order to keep the grounds in good

Unclaimed raffle prize

We have a winning raffle ticket from the Hospice Coffee Morning with “Caroline” written on it. If anyone can identify the owner please contact Jan 01473 737701 or janpedgrift@btinternet.com 

ROAD SAFETY UPDATE

Just a reminder that the 20 mph survey will close on 1st January ROAD SAFETY SURVEY – THE NEXT STEPS Concerns about visibility came high on the outcomes of the recent road survey: While the Parish Council are studying ways to tackle some of the bigger traffic problems in the long term it is apparent

100 CLUB RESULTS FOR NOVEMBER

CHARSFIELD RECREATION GROUND 100 CLUB WINNERS FOR NOVEMBER 2024 1st PRIZE NO 55  – £39 2nd PRIZE NO 8  – £19 The minimum annual maintenance cost for the wonderful recreation ground is in the region of £3,500; this is in addition to the many voluntary hours contributed by members of the Charsfield Recreation Ground Committee.  Please consider joining the 100 Club, the proceeds of which support the upkeep of the Recreation Field, so that everyone can continue to enjoy the amenities. It costs £12 for a year’s subscription.  There is a  monthly draw when 50% of 100 Club subscriptions are given in a 1st and 2nd cash prize, paid directly to the winner’s bank account.  All remaining monies go  towards

Charsfield Recreation Ground Chair’s Report

Charsfield Recreation Ground Committee Chair’s report for the Year 2023-24 Summary 1.       Introduction 2.       Fundraising 3.       Grants 4.       ROSPA report 5.       Recreation ground maintenance 6.       Tennis 7.       Looking ahead 2025 1.       IntroductionDuring 2023-2024 a number of new faces have joined the committee. Jan Pedgrift has become President of Charsfield Recreation Ground charity. Jan is well

Suffolk Womens Land Army

Do you know of any former land girls that worked in East Suffolk during WW2? The Suffolk Women’s Land Army Memorial Trust has launched a fundraising campaign to create a digital Roll of Honour listing all the amazing land girls who worked in Suffolk during the war and would be very keen to receive any

Safety Notice from Charsfield Recreation Ground Committee

Please be aware that the climber nets on the recreation ground should not be used. The structure has been cordoned off, awaiting further inspection. Please bear with the Recreation Committee whilst the inspection takes place. Thank you. Charsfield Recreation Committee

Various subjects

Reflective Armbands: I watched a young lady running past my house early on Friday morning dressed entirely in black and she was virtually invisible. Make sure you are seen in daylight and in darkness by wearing something hi-viz, particularly during winter daylight hours. You can collect 2 free reflective armbands from Jan Pedgrift (2 St