“The perfect base for a Wind in the Willows weekend” Tourism in Whitchurch and the surrounding area has received a boost from the Guardian’s Travel section today (14/04/2026). Whilst staying in...
Last orders at the Ferryboat? Following weeks of unease about the state of the Ferryboat Inn, it has become apparent in recent days that the pub has ceased trading. Moreover,...
Parish Councillor Appointed Whitchurch resident, Bernarde Hyde, has been appointed as Parish Councillor to replace Frances Parkes, who resigned at the end of 2025. Bernarde...
Mystery Mailbox Topper Easter has come early to Hardwick Road with a delightful “yarn bomb” display of happy bunnies on top of the post box. Rumours abound...
Whitchurch PC votes to support Bathing Water Status The Parish Council voted in support of Pangbourne Meadow’s application for Bathing Water Status, at a recent meeting. During...- more news...
What else is new
- Extra garden waste collection. Permit holders can have extra garden waste collected for free on 30th April 2026. A maximum of four additional sacks (60L black refuse sacks or boxes) for each permit, can be presented next to the brown bin. Sacks and containers must be left open.
- Advance warning of another road closure: a sign has been posted adjacent to the war memorial on Whitchurch Hill, stating that Thames Water will be carrying out essential work there from 20th to 23rd April.
- Next Parish Council meeting - to clarify any possible confusion, the next meeting will be held on Thursday 16th April at 20.00.
- The Action for the River Kennet (ARK) team are running two citizen science training events in the Wallingford Brooks area: 1. May 9th - how to monitor river fly; 2. June 9th - setting up volunteers with water quality testing sites. Both events are free and need no prior knowledge, just an enthusiasm to learn and commitment to maintain monthly testing at your site! To sign up for event, contact james@kennetandpang.org and copy in anna@kennetandpang.org . For more information see the pdf here.
- Bill Lewis passed away at the RBH yesterday, 2nd April. He had lived in Eastfield Lane with his wife, Ann, for twenty years. He will be sadly missed by his family, neighbours and many friends.
- Two properties on the Hardwick Estate are coming up for rent, details attached below. Please email the Property Manager, Alastair Dick-Cleland at property@hardwickestate.co.uk , if you are interested in renting either property, stating which one. More details here
Ewes and Lambs on the Hardwick Estate
Bluebells
The Ferryboat 7th April 2026
Wednesday Tea
More Photos from the Art & Craft Exhibition
Art and Craft Exhibition 2026
Blackthorn Cutting in the Maze
Green Team Improving Safety on Jubilee Path
Billy is ready for the Six Nations!
- Wed 15 Apr TEA, CAKE, QUIZ AND A NATTER - 2-4 pm, The Old Stables - all welcome.
- Wed 15 Apr BMMHS MEETING - Woodcote Village Hall - 7.30 pm - events calendar attached.
- Thu 16 Apr PHYSIO-LED EXERCISE CLASS FOR SENIORS - 10.00 am-11.00 am in Whitchurch Village Hall - poster attached.
- Thu 16 Apr Green and Brown Bin Collection.
- Thu 16 Apr HISTORY SOCIETY MEETING - The Naming of Oxfordshire Pubs, Alan Long - 2.30 pm in Whitchurch Village Hall.
- more events...
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