Road Closure
A362
25th May to 2nd June, 7pm to 6am
Temporary Closure of: A362 from its junction with Corsley Heath to its junction with Friggle Street. To enable Wiltshire Council to carry out carriageway resurfacing, road marking and adjustment of ironworks.
The closure and diversion route will be clearly indicated by traffic signs. Access will be maintained for residents and businesses where possible, although delays are likely due to the nature of the works.
For further information please contact:
Jon Moss (Atkins) 01225 730360
Sustainable Transport Group
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge BA14 8JN
Corsley Reading Room
The future of the Reading Room — your chance to express your views
Prior to the pandemic there was a public meeting at which the Reading Room trustees told those present about the options facing them:
(a) Care and maintenance
(b) try and raise large sums to renovate the RR over the coming years
(c) invite the village to consider building a new hall.
To help with the process we now feel that it is appropriate to invite the village to complete a new survey about their interest, or not, in having the Reading Room/village hall and what use they would make of it.
We would appreciate everyone answering as many questions as they feel able to comment on to ensure we get the widest view. There is also an option to indicate that you would like to get more involved and volunteer your professional skills to support the village hall project, whatever form it may take.
Please complete the online survey by 15th May at latest if you can, so we can hopefully report summary results in the June edition of The Bridge.
You can find the survery here.
It is worth reminding people that if grants are to be obtained, even to do limited refurbishment to the Reading Room, we will need to demonstrate that the village community is behind the project. This survey could help provide that evidence. A working party/group has been established to look at the possibilities for a new hall and how best to keep the village informed and consulted, this survey will help inform that group as well. It is very much hoped to be able to hold a face‐to‐face public meeting in July, and it is probable that a further survey will follow that meeting.
Hugh Deed
Chairman of Management Committee
Corsley Parish Council
May Brief
This is the last brief on the activities of the current Parish Council (PC), who will be succeeded on 10th May by the new team. Four of the present Councillors will be retiring — myself, Judith Helliar, Simon Jasper and Gill Parkinson — and there are seven nominations for the new PC, including three newcomers. As there are nine seats, there will thus be no election and, assuming no last minute withdrawals, all seven will be deemed to have been elected. The Annual Parish Council Meeting will take place on the 10th May at which new Chair and Vice Chair will be elected. It is anticipated that the two vacancies can be filled by co-option.
In the meantime, April was a busy month with two occasional meetings on the 6th and 26th April (at the time of writing, the latter hasn't yet taken place, but has been scheduled to wrap up any outstanding issues before the new PC takes office). This brief concentrates on the 6th April meeting, which, as usual, was convened primarily to deal with two planning applications and updates on other current issues.
Planning Applications
21/02027/FUL – Rose Cottage, Lyes Green. Proposed subdivision of dwelling into two dwellings, extensions and associated works
The proposal is for development of the building into two adjoining three bedroom dwellings, by construction of two rearward gables. The frontage and existing structure of the Cottage will remain substantially unchanged with shared parking and access for both dwellings to the south west side of the Cottage, as now. The Cottage had, in the past, been two dwellings and is not presently habitable without significant development.
Discussion largely centred on the safety and highway issues relating to entry and egress from the site because of the narrowness of the road and the poor visibility to the north. The PC agreed No Objection to this application, but registered significant concerns about the road safety issues. The proposal must be ‘signed off’ by Highways with conditions applied to ensure that the access is made as safe as possible.
21/02057/FUL – Corsley House. Provision of timber fence on southern boundary for sound reduction purposes with landscape screening.
This application is for a 2 metre high wooden fence, from a point just north of the Deep Lane/A362 junction, along the southern boundary of the estate following the line of the A362 and then north for a short distance along the eastern boundary. The purpose of the fence is to reduce transmission of A362 traffic noise to the house and is intended to achieve much the same as the previously planned bund, rejected on appeal in 2020. The fence will be substantially hidden from view by existing trees and hedges augmented by additional planting.
The PC Council agreed No Objection to this application and to remind the Planning Authority of the comments made when the application for the earth bund was put in, namely:
‘that no residential properties should be affected by any increased noise resulting from the presence of the fence because of the potential for noise reflection south across the A362. To this end the PC's ‘no objection’ is conditional on the presentation, before the fence is constructed, of a comparison between existing noise levels along the proposed fence and predictions, based on a credible modelling exercise, of the post fence situation, particularly the extent to which properties on the south of the A362 will be affected.’
Replacement of the Heath Bus Stop Shelter
The PC has budgetary provision up to approximately £6k for the replacement. Neil Carpenter had prepared provisional costings and sketch plans for a replacement shelter and this was considered against alternative off‐the‐shelf options The PC consensus was that the shelter should be in keeping with the Village setting, ie stone and timber construction with a pitched tile roof and tasked Neil to work with John WHITE and Gill PARKINSON to develop a fully costed proposal for approval.
Annual Parish Meeting
Under the current CV 19 restrictions, the rules for Annual Parish Meetings (APM) remain somewhat opaque. Nominally the meeting should take place between the 1st March and 1st June each year. However, some guidance suggests that the deadline is 30th June and some that a village assembly could take place at any point in the year and could replace an APM if other circumstances make it impossible to stage an effective meeting by the deadline.
An on-line APM could legally take place up until 7th May, but would be impractical to manage, unlikely a attract a wide audience and thus unsatisfactory, particularly noting also the two key current village issues. The Reading Room future and the proposed Hares development on the show field, are both likely to stimulate serious and wide interest and an face to face APM is the ideal forum from which the PC can gauge village feelings on both these issues. If the APM is to be held face to face, then, of necessity, it could only take place when a suitable venue is available, ie one which can seat sufficient numbers. The Reading Room could be fully available after 21st June (50% capacity 17th May to 21st June), although the published availability is 1st July. St Margaret's is another potential venue, but its availability has yet to be confirmed.
It was concluded that a final decision on the APM date should therefore be delayed until the new PC is in place, when there should be more clarity of the issues at stake.
Farewell
This my 88th and last Bridge brief. I made the mistake this morning of looking back over the first two or three years worth and then realised that an hour or so had gone by when I should have been concocting this one! What became clear, however, was the enduring nature of PC business, the breadth of issues faced and, most importantly, the ongoing commitment and engagement of the current team. They have turned out at all times of the year, in fair weather and foul, often at short notice and put up with meetings which have, at times, been long and challenging. To all of them, and our long‐suffering Parish Clerk, John Willcox, I must record my most sincere thanks for their contribution to the village over the last 12 years.
I would also like to express my appreciation of village engagement in the various public meetings that have taken place over the years and the positive and enlightening input to some of the knottier issues which have popped up. The attendance at Annual Parish Meetings has always been very gratifying and I noted in one of the back issues that we had 80 people at one of the early the APMs where the possibility of developing a Neighbourhood plan was vigorously debated (and rejected).
My thanks to one and all and I wish all success to the new team.
Dates of scheduled meetings
All meetings begin at 7.30pm, by Zoom until further notice.
Annual Parish Meeting date to be confirmed)
Annual Parish Council Meeting 10th May, (election of Chair/Vice Chair)
Quarterly Meeting 7th June
Quarterly Meeting 6th September
Quarterly Meeting 6th December
Neil Britten
Chairman, Corsley Parish Council
pc.corsleynb@gmail.com
01373 832515 or 07810 764714
Proposed Lodge Hill Solar Park
Wessex Solar Energy have writen to all residents in the vicinity of the site to inform you of proposals for a solar energy park on land a little to the south of Adams Hill Farm.
No planning application has yet been lodged for the project and, in more normal times, they would hold a public drop‐in session to allow residents to talk through the project proposals with them.
Sadly, coronavirus restrictions make that challenging. They have therefore done their best to present information in the leaflet to help inform residents about key aspects of the project.
A stamped addressed envelope/feedback form have been provided for any questions or comments to be made, or, you can contact them by email (full details are in the leaflet).
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Register for Priority Services
We're the people who look after the wires and cables that bring electricity to communities throughout the north of Scotland and central southern England. We're not the company who sends you electricity bills ‐ our job is to maintain and repair the electricity networks. It's also our job to fix power cuts as quickly and safely as possible.
You may want to be on our register if you:
- • Are deaf or hard of hearing
- • Have a disability
- • Live with children under five
- • Are blind or partially sighted
- • Have a chronic illness
- • Use medical equipment/aids reliant on electricity
- • Are over 60
- • Temporarily need extra support
Join the register
If you would like more information about how to register
for the Priority Services, download the pdf (including the
form) from SSEN by clicking the image ►
MyWilts online reporting
MyWilts is the new way to send reports to Wiltshire Council and replaces the MyWiltshire app.
What can I report using MyWilts?
Abandoned vehicles
Fly Tipping
Weather emergencies
Fraud
Dog mess
Graffiti
Over time more services will be added to MyWilts, making it simpler, quicker and easier to access the services digitally, when you choose to.
Why should you register for an account?
If you register for an account, you will receive updates as the case you reported progresses. You will also have access to view your historical cases and will be able to access additional services.
Using your mobile device?
You can download the new app now from the App Store (Apple) or Google Play (Android) by searching for ‘My Wilts’.
25th May to 2nd June, 7pm to 6am
The closure and diversion route will be clearly indicated by traffic signs. Access will be maintained for residents and businesses where possible, although delays are likely due to the nature of the works.
For further information please contact:
Jon Moss (Atkins) 01225 730360
Sustainable Transport Group
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge BA14 8JN
The future of the Reading Room — your chance to express your views
Prior to the pandemic there was a public meeting at which the Reading Room trustees told those present about the options facing them:
(a) Care and maintenance
(b) try and raise large sums to renovate the RR over the coming years
(c) invite the village to consider building a new hall.
To help with the process we now feel that it is appropriate to invite the village to complete a new survey about their interest, or not, in having the Reading Room/village hall and what use they would make of it.
We would appreciate everyone answering as many questions as they feel able to comment on to ensure we get the widest view. There is also an option to indicate that you would like to get more involved and volunteer your professional skills to support the village hall project, whatever form it may take.
Please complete the online survey by 15th May at latest if you can, so we can hopefully report summary results in the June edition of The Bridge.
You can find the survery here.
It is worth reminding people that if grants are to be obtained, even to do limited refurbishment to the Reading Room, we will need to demonstrate that the village community is behind the project. This survey could help provide that evidence. A working party/group has been established to look at the possibilities for a new hall and how best to keep the village informed and consulted, this survey will help inform that group as well. It is very much hoped to be able to hold a face‐to‐face public meeting in July, and it is probable that a further survey will follow that meeting.
Hugh Deed
Chairman of Management Committee
Corsley Parish Council
May Brief
This is the last brief on the activities of the current Parish Council (PC), who will be succeeded on 10th May by the new team. Four of the present Councillors will be retiring — myself, Judith Helliar, Simon Jasper and Gill Parkinson — and there are seven nominations for the new PC, including three newcomers. As there are nine seats, there will thus be no election and, assuming no last minute withdrawals, all seven will be deemed to have been elected. The Annual Parish Council Meeting will take place on the 10th May at which new Chair and Vice Chair will be elected. It is anticipated that the two vacancies can be filled by co-option.
In the meantime, April was a busy month with two occasional meetings on the 6th and 26th April (at the time of writing, the latter hasn't yet taken place, but has been scheduled to wrap up any outstanding issues before the new PC takes office). This brief concentrates on the 6th April meeting, which, as usual, was convened primarily to deal with two planning applications and updates on other current issues.
Planning Applications
21/02027/FUL – Rose Cottage, Lyes Green. Proposed subdivision of dwelling into two dwellings, extensions and associated works
The proposal is for development of the building into two adjoining three bedroom dwellings, by construction of two rearward gables. The frontage and existing structure of the Cottage will remain substantially unchanged with shared parking and access for both dwellings to the south west side of the Cottage, as now. The Cottage had, in the past, been two dwellings and is not presently habitable without significant development.
Discussion largely centred on the safety and highway issues relating to entry and egress from the site because of the narrowness of the road and the poor visibility to the north. The PC agreed No Objection to this application, but registered significant concerns about the road safety issues. The proposal must be ‘signed off’ by Highways with conditions applied to ensure that the access is made as safe as possible.
21/02057/FUL – Corsley House. Provision of timber fence on southern boundary for sound reduction purposes with landscape screening.
This application is for a 2 metre high wooden fence, from a point just north of the Deep Lane/A362 junction, along the southern boundary of the estate following the line of the A362 and then north for a short distance along the eastern boundary. The purpose of the fence is to reduce transmission of A362 traffic noise to the house and is intended to achieve much the same as the previously planned bund, rejected on appeal in 2020. The fence will be substantially hidden from view by existing trees and hedges augmented by additional planting.
The PC Council agreed No Objection to this application and to remind the Planning Authority of the comments made when the application for the earth bund was put in, namely:
‘that no residential properties should be affected by any increased noise resulting from the presence of the fence because of the potential for noise reflection south across the A362. To this end the PC's ‘no objection’ is conditional on the presentation, before the fence is constructed, of a comparison between existing noise levels along the proposed fence and predictions, based on a credible modelling exercise, of the post fence situation, particularly the extent to which properties on the south of the A362 will be affected.’
Replacement of the Heath Bus Stop Shelter
The PC has budgetary provision up to approximately £6k for the replacement. Neil Carpenter had prepared provisional costings and sketch plans for a replacement shelter and this was considered against alternative off‐the‐shelf options The PC consensus was that the shelter should be in keeping with the Village setting, ie stone and timber construction with a pitched tile roof and tasked Neil to work with John WHITE and Gill PARKINSON to develop a fully costed proposal for approval.
Annual Parish Meeting
Under the current CV 19 restrictions, the rules for Annual Parish Meetings (APM) remain somewhat opaque. Nominally the meeting should take place between the 1st March and 1st June each year. However, some guidance suggests that the deadline is 30th June and some that a village assembly could take place at any point in the year and could replace an APM if other circumstances make it impossible to stage an effective meeting by the deadline.
An on-line APM could legally take place up until 7th May, but would be impractical to manage, unlikely a attract a wide audience and thus unsatisfactory, particularly noting also the two key current village issues. The Reading Room future and the proposed Hares development on the show field, are both likely to stimulate serious and wide interest and an face to face APM is the ideal forum from which the PC can gauge village feelings on both these issues. If the APM is to be held face to face, then, of necessity, it could only take place when a suitable venue is available, ie one which can seat sufficient numbers. The Reading Room could be fully available after 21st June (50% capacity 17th May to 21st June), although the published availability is 1st July. St Margaret's is another potential venue, but its availability has yet to be confirmed.
It was concluded that a final decision on the APM date should therefore be delayed until the new PC is in place, when there should be more clarity of the issues at stake.
Farewell
This my 88th and last Bridge brief. I made the mistake this morning of looking back over the first two or three years worth and then realised that an hour or so had gone by when I should have been concocting this one! What became clear, however, was the enduring nature of PC business, the breadth of issues faced and, most importantly, the ongoing commitment and engagement of the current team. They have turned out at all times of the year, in fair weather and foul, often at short notice and put up with meetings which have, at times, been long and challenging. To all of them, and our long‐suffering Parish Clerk, John Willcox, I must record my most sincere thanks for their contribution to the village over the last 12 years.
I would also like to express my appreciation of village engagement in the various public meetings that have taken place over the years and the positive and enlightening input to some of the knottier issues which have popped up. The attendance at Annual Parish Meetings has always been very gratifying and I noted in one of the back issues that we had 80 people at one of the early the APMs where the possibility of developing a Neighbourhood plan was vigorously debated (and rejected).
My thanks to one and all and I wish all success to the new team.
Dates of scheduled meetings
All meetings begin at 7.30pm, by Zoom until further notice.
Annual Parish Meeting date to be confirmed)
Annual Parish Council Meeting 10th May, (election of Chair/Vice Chair)
Quarterly Meeting 7th June
Quarterly Meeting 6th September
Quarterly Meeting 6th December
Neil Britten
Chairman, Corsley Parish Council
pc.corsleynb@gmail.com
01373 832515 or 07810 764714
Proposed Lodge Hill Solar Park
Wessex Solar Energy have writen to all residents in the vicinity of the site to inform you of proposals for a solar energy park on land a little to the south of Adams Hill Farm.
No planning application has yet been lodged for the project and, in more normal times, they would hold a public drop‐in session to allow residents to talk through the project proposals with them.
Sadly, coronavirus restrictions make that challenging. They have therefore done their best to present information in the leaflet to help inform residents about key aspects of the project.
A stamped addressed envelope/feedback form have been provided for any questions or comments to be made, or, you can contact them by email (full details are in the leaflet).
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Register for Priority Services
We're the people who look after the wires and cables that bring electricity to communities throughout the north of Scotland and central southern England. We're not the company who sends you electricity bills ‐ our job is to maintain and repair the electricity networks. It's also our job to fix power cuts as quickly and safely as possible.
You may want to be on our register if you:
- • Are deaf or hard of hearing
- • Have a disability
- • Live with children under five
- • Are blind or partially sighted
- • Have a chronic illness
- • Use medical equipment/aids reliant on electricity
- • Are over 60
- • Temporarily need extra support
Join the register
If you would like more information about how to register
for the Priority Services, download the pdf (including the
form) from SSEN by clicking the image ►
MyWilts online reporting
MyWilts is the new way to send reports to Wiltshire Council and replaces the MyWiltshire app.
What can I report using MyWilts?
Abandoned vehicles
Fly Tipping
Weather emergencies
Fraud
Dog mess
Graffiti
Over time more services will be added to MyWilts, making it simpler, quicker and easier to access the services digitally, when you choose to.
Why should you register for an account?
If you register for an account, you will receive updates as the case you reported progresses. You will also have access to view your historical cases and will be able to access additional services.
Using your mobile device?
You can download the new app now from the App Store (Apple) or Google Play (Android) by searching for ‘My Wilts’.
In the meantime, April was a busy month with two occasional meetings on the 6th and 26th April (at the time of writing, the latter hasn't yet taken place, but has been scheduled to wrap up any outstanding issues before the new PC takes office). This brief concentrates on the 6th April meeting, which, as usual, was convened primarily to deal with two planning applications and updates on other current issues.
Planning Applications
21/02027/FUL – Rose Cottage, Lyes Green. Proposed subdivision of dwelling into two dwellings, extensions and associated works
The proposal is for development of the building into two adjoining three bedroom dwellings, by construction of two rearward gables. The frontage and existing structure of the Cottage will remain substantially unchanged with shared parking and access for both dwellings to the south west side of the Cottage, as now. The Cottage had, in the past, been two dwellings and is not presently habitable without significant development.
Discussion largely centred on the safety and highway issues relating to entry and egress from the site because of the narrowness of the road and the poor visibility to the north. The PC agreed No Objection to this application, but registered significant concerns about the road safety issues. The proposal must be ‘signed off’ by Highways with conditions applied to ensure that the access is made as safe as possible.
21/02057/FUL – Corsley House. Provision of timber fence on southern boundary for sound reduction purposes with landscape screening.
This application is for a 2 metre high wooden fence, from a point just north of the Deep Lane/A362 junction, along the southern boundary of the estate following the line of the A362 and then north for a short distance along the eastern boundary. The purpose of the fence is to reduce transmission of A362 traffic noise to the house and is intended to achieve much the same as the previously planned bund, rejected on appeal in 2020. The fence will be substantially hidden from view by existing trees and hedges augmented by additional planting.
The PC Council agreed No Objection to this application and to remind the Planning Authority of the comments made when the application for the earth bund was put in, namely: ‘that no residential properties should be affected by any increased noise resulting from the presence of the fence because of the potential for noise reflection south across the A362. To this end the PC's ‘no objection’ is conditional on the presentation, before the fence is constructed, of a comparison between existing noise levels along the proposed fence and predictions, based on a credible modelling exercise, of the post fence situation, particularly the extent to which properties on the south of the A362 will be affected.’
Replacement of the Heath Bus Stop Shelter
The PC has budgetary provision up to approximately £6k for the replacement. Neil Carpenter had prepared provisional costings and sketch plans for a replacement shelter and this was considered against alternative off‐the‐shelf options The PC consensus was that the shelter should be in keeping with the Village setting, ie stone and timber construction with a pitched tile roof and tasked Neil to work with John WHITE and Gill PARKINSON to develop a fully costed proposal for approval.
Annual Parish Meeting
Under the current CV 19 restrictions, the rules for Annual Parish Meetings (APM) remain somewhat opaque. Nominally the meeting should take place between the 1st March and 1st June each year. However, some guidance suggests that the deadline is 30th June and some that a village assembly could take place at any point in the year and could replace an APM if other circumstances make it impossible to stage an effective meeting by the deadline.
An on-line APM could legally take place up until 7th May, but would be impractical to manage, unlikely a attract a wide audience and thus unsatisfactory, particularly noting also the two key current village issues. The Reading Room future and the proposed Hares development on the show field, are both likely to stimulate serious and wide interest and an face to face APM is the ideal forum from which the PC can gauge village feelings on both these issues. If the APM is to be held face to face, then, of necessity, it could only take place when a suitable venue is available, ie one which can seat sufficient numbers. The Reading Room could be fully available after 21st June (50% capacity 17th May to 21st June), although the published availability is 1st July. St Margaret's is another potential venue, but its availability has yet to be confirmed.
It was concluded that a final decision on the APM date should therefore be delayed until the new PC is in place, when there should be more clarity of the issues at stake.
Farewell
This my 88th and last Bridge brief. I made the mistake this morning of looking back over the first two or three years worth and then realised that an hour or so had gone by when I should have been concocting this one! What became clear, however, was the enduring nature of PC business, the breadth of issues faced and, most importantly, the ongoing commitment and engagement of the current team. They have turned out at all times of the year, in fair weather and foul, often at short notice and put up with meetings which have, at times, been long and challenging. To all of them, and our long‐suffering Parish Clerk, John Willcox, I must record my most sincere thanks for their contribution to the village over the last 12 years.
I would also like to express my appreciation of village engagement in the various public meetings that have taken place over the years and the positive and enlightening input to some of the knottier issues which have popped up. The attendance at Annual Parish Meetings has always been very gratifying and I noted in one of the back issues that we had 80 people at one of the early the APMs where the possibility of developing a Neighbourhood plan was vigorously debated (and rejected).
My thanks to one and all and I wish all success to the new team.
Dates of scheduled meetings
All meetings begin at 7.30pm, by Zoom until further notice.
Annual Parish Meeting date to be confirmed)
Annual Parish Council Meeting 10th May, (election of Chair/Vice Chair)
Quarterly Meeting 7th June
Quarterly Meeting 6th September
Quarterly Meeting 6th December
Neil Britten
Chairman, Corsley Parish Council
pc.corsleynb@gmail.com
01373 832515 or 07810 764714
No planning application has yet been lodged for the project and, in more normal times, they would hold a public drop‐in session to allow residents to talk through the project proposals with them.
Sadly, coronavirus restrictions make that challenging. They have therefore done their best to present information in the leaflet to help inform residents about key aspects of the project.
A stamped addressed envelope/feedback form have been provided for any questions or comments to be made, or, you can contact them by email (full details are in the leaflet).
Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks
Register for Priority Services
We're the people who look after the wires and cables that bring electricity to communities throughout the north of Scotland and central southern England. We're not the company who sends you electricity bills ‐ our job is to maintain and repair the electricity networks. It's also our job to fix power cuts as quickly and safely as possible.
You may want to be on our register if you:
- • Are deaf or hard of hearing
- • Have a disability
- • Live with children under five
- • Are blind or partially sighted
- • Have a chronic illness
- • Use medical equipment/aids reliant on electricity
- • Are over 60
- • Temporarily need extra support
Join the register
If you would like more information about how to register
for the Priority Services, download the pdf (including the
form) from SSEN by clicking the image ►
You may want to be on our register if you:
- • Are deaf or hard of hearing
- • Have a disability
- • Live with children under five
- • Are blind or partially sighted
- • Have a chronic illness
- • Use medical equipment/aids reliant on electricity
- • Are over 60
- • Temporarily need extra support
If you would like more information about how to register
for the Priority Services, download the pdf (including the
form) from SSEN by clicking the image ►
What can I report using MyWilts?
Abandoned vehicles
Fly Tipping
Weather emergencies
Fraud
Dog mess
Graffiti
Over time more services will be added to MyWilts, making it simpler, quicker and easier to access the services digitally, when you choose to.
Why should you register for an account?
If you register for an account, you will receive updates as the case you reported progresses. You will also have access to view your historical cases and will be able to access additional services.
Using your mobile device?
You can download the new app now from the App Store (Apple) or Google Play (Android) by searching for ‘My Wilts’.
