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Latest planning applications to West Oxfordshire District Council
The following planning applications have recently been lodged. Click on the address to see full details at the WODC website.
Mon 2 Mar, 06:15 · Link
Perchance to [Morris] Dance?
Join Charlbury Finstock Morris!
Morris dancing is more than just hanky-waving and whacking one another with sticks. It is participating in and maintaining an ancient English custom; it is learning different dance traditions and local history and sharing that with interested audiences; it is camaraderie with people who share your interest; it is beer-drinking (mostly real ale, and cider for at least one of us); and above all, it is good exercise. (Haven't you been telling yourself you need more of that—and we are not just talking about hoisting pints.)
We are always looking for interested individuals from the local community to join our band of merry men*. Our dancers hail from Chipping Norton to west of Oxford and all points in between. No experience is necessary—we provide teaching usually Friday evenings in Finstock.
Should you seek some lively exercise or feel the urge to be doing something really different while entertaining others with your dance or musical talent do consider joining Charlbury Finstock Morris. Contact our bagman Peter (the chap fourth from the left at the back in the picture) via info@charlburymorris.org.uk or even just stop by at one of our practice sessions listed here: Link
*As you will have noticed from the photos, in keeping with the older Morris customs Charlbury Morris is an all male side. Of course we have have a dedicated ‛support staff’ of spouses and partners, but if you wish to dance in a mixed side we highly recommend Charlbury's other Morris side, Wychwayz Border Morris.
John Dora ·
Sun 1 Mar, 19:32 · Link
Charlbury Beavers
We currently have some spaces in our Beaver colony in Charlbury. We meet on a Thursday 5pm - 6.15pm in term time at the Scout Hut. Open to 6 - 8 year olds. If you'd like more information or for your child to come and visit, do get in touch.
Jo Paton
Beaver Leader
jopaton16@gmail.com
St Marys and All Saints ·
Sun 1 Mar, 16:28 · Link
Get ready for the Garden Society Spring Show!
The
date for this year's Garden Society Spring Show is fast
approaching (11th April) so it's time to start thinking about
the bulbs and flower arrangements you would like to exhibit!
Once again, we have made it easier for
exhibitors, with no forms to fill in. Just turn up on the morning
of the Show with your entries!
The schedule, outlining classes can be
found below:
Spring
Show Schedule
For more information, see the Garden Society website:
https://www.charlburygardensociety.org.uk/events/spring-show-2026/
Geneviève Hug ·
Sun 1 Mar, 09:08 · Link
A New Initiative
To celebrate the refurbishment of the Corner House's "Morris Room", and in keeping with Mr Morris' original intentions, we're launching an occasional series of short talks in which Charlbury residents will be able to share their interests & enthusiasms. The first two will be on Horace's Odes and Alma Mahler. Subsequent topics will include "Oxfordshire Lowland Rescue" and "the native peoples of the Amazonian rainforest".
There's such a wealth of knowledge and expertise in Charlbury. Would you like to share some of yours with us? Let me know if so, on john@pjohnp.me.uk.
John Partington ·
Sat 28 Feb, 10:22 · Link
Tender Opportunity – Nature Recovery Coordination
Charlbury Town Council is inviting tenders for a 12-month self-employed contract to coordinate local nature recovery work across Charlbury, Fawler and Finstock.
This contract is fully funded by Sustainable Charlbury
The work will support practical biodiversity projects, partnership working, community engagement and the implementation of the local Nature Recovery Framework.
Deadline: 5pm on 27 March 2026.
Full details and tender documents are available on the Town Council website:
charlbury-tc.gov.uk/local-governance-consultations/
Please feel free to share this opportunity with anyone who may be interested.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Fri 27 Feb, 15:43 · Link
📢 Charlbury young people — we need you.
Charlbury Youth Town Council is planning next year’s events and budget.
And we don’t want to guess what you want.
🎉 More events?
🌍 Climate stuff?
🎶 Music nights?
🧠 Wellbeing support?
💡 Something totally different?
✔ 5 minutes
✔ Anonymous
✔ Open to ALL 11–18s
Scan the QR. Say what you think.
We’re actually using this to decide what happens next.
Closes: 31st March 2026
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Fri 27 Feb, 11:40 · Link
ALL residents invited to Southill AGM 4th March 6.30-7.30pm Memorial Hall
Southill Solar is 10 years old this year! And it's the gift that keeps on giving. Come and find out how and why....
Our solar generation is reducing local climate change emissions. And our surplus funds approaching £0.5m are benefiting numerous organisations in Charlbury and beyond.
Come and learn what the next ten years could bring. The AGM will cover:
· Work undertaken from Sustainable
Charlbury grants
· Updates from the solar field
· How you could buy our solar
electricity direct
The AGM business for members only will start at 7.30pm.
Liz Reason ·
Fri 27 Feb, 09:53 · Link
Notice of Vacancy of Councillor
Town Council Vacancy
Ed Bradbury has recently resigned from Charlbury Town Council. We would like to thank Ed for his time and much valued contribution to the council during his time with us.
This means we now have a vacancy for a Town Councillor.
If you care about Charlbury and would like to play a part in helping the town thrive while preserving what makes it special, this could be a great opportunity to get involved. The role involves attending monthly meetings and keeping up to date with local matters, with plenty of scope to focus on areas that interest you.
If you’re interested, or would simply like to find out more about what’s involved, please contact Lisa at clerk@charlbury-tc.gov.uk or 07311 259412. Alternatively, have a chat with one of the councillors to find out what is involved.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Thu 26 Feb, 10:57 · Link
🌟 Charlbury Primary School Launches Its Sponsored Story Spectacular! 🌟
Charlbury Primary has officially kicked off its Sponsored Story Spectacular, and the whole town is invited to join the fun!
From today until World Book Day on Thursday 5 March, every child will be helping to build a giant, school‑wide total of reading minutes. Whether they’re diving into a favourite book at home or being read to by a grown‑up, every minute counts!
And the big finale?
📚 A full day of tag‑team reading on World Book Day, with children keeping the storytelling going from morning until home time.
⭐ Plus, some well‑known Charlbury faces will be dropping in to share the books that inspired them when they were young.
This joyful two‑week celebration is about encouraging reading for pleasure at a time when it's diminishing. The Story Spectacular will also helping raise vital funds to support new creative and educational opportunities for Charlbury children.
💛 Want to get involved?
You can support the children by:
– Donating (a little or a lot!) via the QR code below
– Sharing the fundraiser with friends, family and neighbours
– Or getting in touch with the Charlbury School Association if you’d like to help inspire next year’s young readers
Together, let’s celebrate stories, spark imaginations—and make this Charlbury’s most spectacular readathon yet! Thank you! 📖✨
Jennifer Kidd ·
Mon 23 Feb, 20:26 · Link
