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Museum booklet back in print
Our popular booklet The History of Charlbury through... objects, photographs and memories from Charlbury Museum is now back on sale after the last two printings sold out.
When the museum closed due to lockdown in 2020 we began posting weekly items on this website based on objects from the museum. The postings proved very popular so we brought them together in print in this booklet.
Each double-page spread tells the story of one object or event in Charlbury's history in words and pictures. Topics range from a WW2 commemorative scarf to an ale warmer, from the founding of the original primary school to boots for sheep. Something for everyone!
Available at £8 a copy from the museum. 64pp or email info@charlburymuseum.org.uk
Judy Dod ·
Sat 4 May, 12:51 · Link
Liz Leffman re-elected as district councillor
Liz Leffman (Liberal Democrats) has been re-elected as one of the two district councillors for Charlbury & Finstock. Results are:
- Liz Leffman (Liberal Democrats): 785
- Gareth Dore (Conservative): 270
- Robin Puttick (Labour): 153
- Flora Gregory (Green): 124
Fri 3 May, 12:39 · Link
Your Council NeedsYou!
Are you committed to helping Charlbury’s community thrive?
Are you interested in:
• leading on our community services (such as playgrounds, allotments, cemetery)?
• promoting action on biodiversity and climate change?
• improving our engagement with the community?
Do you know how EASY it is to become a councillor?
Come and learn more.
Drop-in to see a councillor at the Rose & Crown on Sunday 5th May 17.30-19.00
or
20.00 on Zoom on Monday 6th May
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83113309838?pwd=gjLOrz4HvybNkFbQbnC7dToe4h0NsF.1
Meeting ID: 831 1330 9838 Passcode: 779290
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Thu 2 May, 09:32 · Link
Charlbury Sausage ......the results are in!!
And the winning entry is..........
Venison, pork, sage, rosemary and beetroot. Hook Norton Butchers is currently perfecting this sausage ready for you to buy from Charlbury market on 1st June.
Thanks for all your ideas and votes.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Wed 1 May, 15:08 · Link
Nature Day
Nature Recovery in Charlbury, Fawler & Finstock: a Public Consultation
Wigwell Nature Reserve Charlbury
11am – 4pm: 15th June 2024
We are losing our wildlife and suffering from the impacts of climate breakdown. Although this is a global problem there is a lot that we can all do locally, and we are keen to encourage this. So, the Land & Nature Group is putting together a plan for nature recovery across the three parishes of Charlbury, Fawler & Finstock and we want YOU to be involved and to share your ideas with us.
To get the public engagement and consultation going we are holding a Nature Day event, free and open to all, at the Wigwell Nature Reserve in Charlbury. We would love to see you there to find out more, tell us what you think and have a go too! Learn about things YOU can do including citizen science monitoring of species or water quality, volunteering on nature reserves or making your own garden more wildlife friendly. Please come along, bring the family and tell your friends. All ages welcome.
There will be:
Talks
Guided walks
Events for children: crafts, wildlife surveys
Displays
The School Choir with Evenlode Voices
Refreshments
Further information or to contribute, please contact either geoffgriffiths@landscape-matters.org or Lisa Wilkinson (Parish Clerk) (clerk@charlbury-tc.gov.uk).
An initiative of Charlbury Town Council in collaboration with Wychwood Forest Trust.
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Tue 30 Apr, 14:22 · Link
Charlbury Beer Festival - Sponsors needed
The Charlbury Beer Festival is set to return on Saturday, June 29th, and we're hoping for a day of sunshine and celebration. Mark your calendars for this fantastic charity event!
Support the Festival, Become a Sponsor
The Charlbury Beer Festival wouldn't be possible without generous sponsors. We're currently seeking sponsors to help us reach our goal of sponsoring all 60 barrels of delicious beer. If you'd like to have your name on a barrel, dedicate one to someone special, or promote your business, please get in touch!
Sponsors will receive recognition on the barrel and in the festival program, along with complimentary tickets and a warm welcome.
Calling All Volunteers!
Want to get involved? We're still seeking volunteers to help make the festival a success. If you can spare a couple of hours to lend a hand, please contact Mick: volunteering@charlburybeerfestival.org.
Let's make this year's Charlbury Beer Festival the best one yet!
Sean Hosking ·
Mon 29 Apr, 21:39 · Link
Chloe's Goes Nuts in May!
Please join us for one (or more!) of our many and varied events taking place in May (we'll also be open for our usual lunch and dinner services on Thursdays and Fridays Midday-10pm). More info on all events in the 'Events' section of this website. We also have a new website! www.chloescharlbury.com
Artweeks: Saturday May 4th - Sunday May 12th 10-5pm, closed Tuesday. Featuring Charlbury Artists Alice Pryce and Jess Carter Lees.
Silvie Pop Up: Saturday May 4th from 10am Legendary East Oxford bakery/café bringing a selection of delicious cakes, bakes and buns.
Forge House Bakery and Mariella Bliss Pop UP, Sunday 12th May from 10am Amazing bakes from Charlbury Market favourite, seasonal pastriesviennoiserie and sourdough breads using regenerative flour from Bruern.
Charlbury Fleamarket, Sunday 12th May from 10am - Join us for a great mix of second hand and hand crafted, art and curios.
Saturday 18th May, 7.30pm - A night of food and wine pairing with local winery Freedom of the Press
Chloe’s Italian Takeover - Thursday and Friday evenings (30th/31st May and 6th/7th June) Our lovely friends Kate and Fabrizio will be holding the fort at Chloe’s and offering a delicious set menu of Italian cicchetti whilst Chloe is away.
Chloe Horner ·
Mon 29 Apr, 19:57 · Link
Latest speed statistics
Speed stats for March to April on The Slade are now available. Click here: https://charlbury-tc.gov.uk/community-speedwatch/
Lisa Wilkinson ·
Mon 29 Apr, 13:01 · Link
VIKTORIA MULLOVA to play Memorial Hall
The World-renowned (3/4 Ukrainian) violinist VIKTORIA MULLOVA will give a concert of "Bach Bartok and beyond..." in aid of CRAG in the Memorial Hall on Sunday May 12th at 1800 hrs. She is joined by members of her close family and this is an opportunity to witness four fabulous musicians "up-close and personal" in a fascinating, eclectic programme - followed by Prosecco and Canapés in the Corner-house garden. All proceeds to refugees.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IlbloNUSBJ0
https://www.charlburyrefugee.org.uk/events/charlbury-gala-concert-with-viktoria-mullova-family/
Nick Parker ·
Thu 25 Apr, 12:12 · Link
Rail Service Interruption Due to Drivers' Strike Action
The Cotswold Line Promotion Group has been asked by Great Western to advise that there will be no GWR services operating on Wednesday 8th May. There can be no certainty of services during the preceding Tuesday evening or the following Thursday morning. On-line journey planners are being updated and more information can be found at: www.gwr.com/strike.
There will be no Chiltern Railways service from Oxford on 8th May and p.m. and a.m. services may be affected on 7th and 9th May respectively
Brian Murray ·
Wed 24 Apr, 14:47 · Link
