HRH Prince Phillip, The Duke of Edinburgh
Book of Condolence
You are invited to share your thoughts and memories of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh in this special online book of condolence.
Photograph of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of EdinburghYou can use this book of condolence to write down your memories of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh so we can collectively share in this important time of reflection and mourning.
Please send us a message and if you have a picture you also want to share of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh via the online form.
Tributes will be shared and you can send your messages at any time until the online book is closed the day after the funeral.
The link to the Wiltshire Council Book of Condolence book can be found here
In due course the messages shared here will be printed out and bound into a book and sent to the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre for the archives.
Road Closure
Whitbourne Springs
Friday 16th April, 7pm to 6am (Saturday)
Temporary Closure of: Whitbourne Springs, Corsley; from its junction with A362 to its junction with Longhedge.
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:
Helen Pickett 01225 713376 (Wiltshire Council)
Sustainable Transport Group
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge BA14 8JN
Corsley Parish Council
February Brief
There was one meeting in January, effectively with a single item agenda to formulate the PC's feedback comments on the next phase of the Bay Tree social housing developments. One or two routine items were also covered and the meeting was attended by five members of the public.
The PC met afterwards as the Trustees of the Len White fund and a resulting notice is posted elsewhere in this edition of the Bridge.
Planning Applications update
20/08722/VAR — Longleat
Installation of external temporary canopies for 2020/21 seasons to facilitate social distancing. Approved with conditions.
20/08733/FUL — Batsford Timber Ltd
Extension to retail building. Approved with conditions
Baytree Close Development
There was a fairly full update on this project in the January online brief and a record of the major aspects of the December discussion included. The January discussion centred on the inclusion of an outline planning application for a potential new village hall (VH) site. However, it should be noted that no formal requirement for a VH yet exists and future plans for dealing with the material condition of the Reading Room (RR) are under consideration; new-build being just one of the options.
Two options of the layouts that the Wiltshire Council is now proposing to form the basis of their planning application were tabled. Only one option now includes a possible VH site, located on the west of the site adjacent to the A362, with the dwellings on the east of the new access road off the A362, adjacent to Red Cottages; the other places the houses congregated on the west side of the access road. Both options have the development along the south side of the site. The total number of houses proposed is eight, not five as reported in January. (It should be noted that the PC has been asked not to publish the layouts at this stage, as they remain provisional).
Since the December discussions, Hugh Deed, Chair of the RR Trustees, had met with the Trustees and he presented the conclusions of their discussions in relation to the inclusion of a potential new VH site. He outlined the challenges faced by the RR going forward; the decaying fabric of the building and the consequent increasing maintenance costs, the lack of parking, the need to upgrade the facilities, replacement of the main hall floor, to mention but a few. The Trustees would support the option Wiltshire Council proposed, but would also wish to assess the original suggestion for a location in the north east corner of the site . They also had a number of general reservations about any Bay Tree option. In summary, these were:
1. Costs
There was a minimum amount of land which is believed is required for a suitable new VH, including parking and outside ‘green space’ activities and/or overflow parking for larger events. To make any informed decision it is essential to understand what size of land could be offered and at what cost. There are also uncertainties about any potential bill for planning fees and extension to the access road for the north east option.
2. Space requirements
It is important to understand what other green space in the Bay Tree development will remain for all time. There needs to be outside green space as for outdoor activities or overflow parking. The 20 car parking spaces proposed is inadequate in the view of the RR Trustees. The spread out nature of the village into its eleven hamlets means that, along with the age profile of many villagers, using a car to get to a VH is essential for many in the parish.
3. Constraints
Would Wiltshire Council impose any constraints on the VH site as part of the transfer of land? For example, style of building and materials, prohibiting fencing which could be required, for example, to safely run classes for children there or needing to make the site secure for other reasons.
The PC view was that to support the development without an outline VH would risk that option being lost forever. Conversely, if the application as it stands is supported, and subsequently approved, then the planning authority effectively has given tacit support for a VH to be included within this type of development which could be used advantageously if an alternative proposal were to come forward. There was a reluctance to ‘walk away’ from the proposal, even if it was not ideal in many ways. Approval of the proposal does not commit the PC; the application will come before the PC when it is formally submitted and there will be an opportunity to consider it by which time the issues raised will have hopefully been dealt with.
The PC unanimously agreed to support the inclusion of a potential VH site in the application subject to satisfactory answers being given to the questions summarised above after which a final decisions will be taken. A full response to Wiltshire Council has now been despached, the text of which is on the Bridge web site.
Correspondence
Wild Flower Meadow
A very full report on progress with the Old School Playing Field wild flower meadow had been received.
Solar Farm
The PC have written to Wessex Solar Energy advising that we will be asking Mendip DC to be included as a consultee when/if a formal application is made.
Dates of scheduled meetings
All meetings begin at 7.30pm, as currently planned.
Annual Parish Meeting March 2021 (date TBA)
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).
Corsley Parish Council
Notice of vacancy in Office of Councillor for the Parish of Corsley
Notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of John Fairgrieve, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council.
In accordance with Section 89(3) of the Local Government Act 1972, where the vacancy occurs within six months before the day on which the councillor whose office is vacant would regularly have retired, an election shall not be held under Section 89(1) of the above Act, and the vacancy will be filled at the next ordinary election of councillors on Thursday 6 May 2021.
The Council may choose to fill the vacancy by co‐option for the period until that election.
Forfurther information, please contact the parish clerk.
Mr John Willcox
Parish Clerk
Little Orchard
Court Lane
Corsley
BA12 7PA
Terence Herbert
Returning Officer
Electoral Services, Wiltshire Council
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge, BA14 8JN
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’.
Photograph of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of EdinburghYou can use this book of condolence to write down your memories of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh so we can collectively share in this important time of reflection and mourning.
Please send us a message and if you have a picture you also want to share of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh via the online form.
Tributes will be shared and you can send your messages at any time until the online book is closed the day after the funeral.
The link to the Wiltshire Council Book of Condolence book can be found here
In due course the messages shared here will be printed out and bound into a book and sent to the Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre for the archives.
Whitbourne Springs
Friday 16th April, 7pm to 6am (Saturday)
Temporary Closure of: Whitbourne Springs, Corsley; from its junction with A362 to its junction with Longhedge.
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:
Helen Pickett 01225 713376 (Wiltshire Council)
Sustainable Transport Group
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge BA14 8JN
Corsley Parish Council
February Brief
There was one meeting in January, effectively with a single item agenda to formulate the PC's feedback comments on the next phase of the Bay Tree social housing developments. One or two routine items were also covered and the meeting was attended by five members of the public.
The PC met afterwards as the Trustees of the Len White fund and a resulting notice is posted elsewhere in this edition of the Bridge.
Planning Applications update
20/08722/VAR — Longleat
Installation of external temporary canopies for 2020/21 seasons to facilitate social distancing. Approved with conditions.
20/08733/FUL — Batsford Timber Ltd
Extension to retail building. Approved with conditions
Baytree Close Development
There was a fairly full update on this project in the January online brief and a record of the major aspects of the December discussion included. The January discussion centred on the inclusion of an outline planning application for a potential new village hall (VH) site. However, it should be noted that no formal requirement for a VH yet exists and future plans for dealing with the material condition of the Reading Room (RR) are under consideration; new-build being just one of the options.
Two options of the layouts that the Wiltshire Council is now proposing to form the basis of their planning application were tabled. Only one option now includes a possible VH site, located on the west of the site adjacent to the A362, with the dwellings on the east of the new access road off the A362, adjacent to Red Cottages; the other places the houses congregated on the west side of the access road. Both options have the development along the south side of the site. The total number of houses proposed is eight, not five as reported in January. (It should be noted that the PC has been asked not to publish the layouts at this stage, as they remain provisional).
Since the December discussions, Hugh Deed, Chair of the RR Trustees, had met with the Trustees and he presented the conclusions of their discussions in relation to the inclusion of a potential new VH site. He outlined the challenges faced by the RR going forward; the decaying fabric of the building and the consequent increasing maintenance costs, the lack of parking, the need to upgrade the facilities, replacement of the main hall floor, to mention but a few. The Trustees would support the option Wiltshire Council proposed, but would also wish to assess the original suggestion for a location in the north east corner of the site . They also had a number of general reservations about any Bay Tree option. In summary, these were:
1. Costs
There was a minimum amount of land which is believed is required for a suitable new VH, including parking and outside ‘green space’ activities and/or overflow parking for larger events. To make any informed decision it is essential to understand what size of land could be offered and at what cost. There are also uncertainties about any potential bill for planning fees and extension to the access road for the north east option.
2. Space requirements
It is important to understand what other green space in the Bay Tree development will remain for all time. There needs to be outside green space as for outdoor activities or overflow parking. The 20 car parking spaces proposed is inadequate in the view of the RR Trustees. The spread out nature of the village into its eleven hamlets means that, along with the age profile of many villagers, using a car to get to a VH is essential for many in the parish.
3. Constraints
Would Wiltshire Council impose any constraints on the VH site as part of the transfer of land? For example, style of building and materials, prohibiting fencing which could be required, for example, to safely run classes for children there or needing to make the site secure for other reasons.
The PC view was that to support the development without an outline VH would risk that option being lost forever. Conversely, if the application as it stands is supported, and subsequently approved, then the planning authority effectively has given tacit support for a VH to be included within this type of development which could be used advantageously if an alternative proposal were to come forward. There was a reluctance to ‘walk away’ from the proposal, even if it was not ideal in many ways. Approval of the proposal does not commit the PC; the application will come before the PC when it is formally submitted and there will be an opportunity to consider it by which time the issues raised will have hopefully been dealt with.
The PC unanimously agreed to support the inclusion of a potential VH site in the application subject to satisfactory answers being given to the questions summarised above after which a final decisions will be taken. A full response to Wiltshire Council has now been despached, the text of which is on the Bridge web site.
Correspondence
Wild Flower Meadow
A very full report on progress with the Old School Playing Field wild flower meadow had been received.
Solar Farm
The PC have written to Wessex Solar Energy advising that we will be asking Mendip DC to be included as a consultee when/if a formal application is made.
Dates of scheduled meetings
All meetings begin at 7.30pm, as currently planned.
Annual Parish Meeting March 2021 (date TBA)
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).
Corsley Parish Council
Notice of vacancy in Office of Councillor for the Parish of Corsley
Notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of John Fairgrieve, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council.
In accordance with Section 89(3) of the Local Government Act 1972, where the vacancy occurs within six months before the day on which the councillor whose office is vacant would regularly have retired, an election shall not be held under Section 89(1) of the above Act, and the vacancy will be filled at the next ordinary election of councillors on Thursday 6 May 2021.
The Council may choose to fill the vacancy by co‐option for the period until that election.
Forfurther information, please contact the parish clerk.
Mr John Willcox
Parish Clerk
Little Orchard
Court Lane
Corsley
BA12 7PA
Terence Herbert
Returning Officer
Electoral Services, Wiltshire Council
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge, BA14 8JN
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’.
The PC met afterwards as the Trustees of the Len White fund and a resulting notice is posted elsewhere in this edition of the Bridge.
Planning Applications update
20/08722/VAR — Longleat
Installation of external temporary canopies for 2020/21 seasons to facilitate social distancing. Approved with conditions.
20/08733/FUL — Batsford Timber Ltd
Extension to retail building. Approved with conditions
Baytree Close Development
There was a fairly full update on this project in the January online brief and a record of the major aspects of the December discussion included. The January discussion centred on the inclusion of an outline planning application for a potential new village hall (VH) site. However, it should be noted that no formal requirement for a VH yet exists and future plans for dealing with the material condition of the Reading Room (RR) are under consideration; new-build being just one of the options.
Two options of the layouts that the Wiltshire Council is now proposing to form the basis of their planning application were tabled. Only one option now includes a possible VH site, located on the west of the site adjacent to the A362, with the dwellings on the east of the new access road off the A362, adjacent to Red Cottages; the other places the houses congregated on the west side of the access road. Both options have the development along the south side of the site. The total number of houses proposed is eight, not five as reported in January. (It should be noted that the PC has been asked not to publish the layouts at this stage, as they remain provisional).
Since the December discussions, Hugh Deed, Chair of the RR Trustees, had met with the Trustees and he presented the conclusions of their discussions in relation to the inclusion of a potential new VH site. He outlined the challenges faced by the RR going forward; the decaying fabric of the building and the consequent increasing maintenance costs, the lack of parking, the need to upgrade the facilities, replacement of the main hall floor, to mention but a few. The Trustees would support the option Wiltshire Council proposed, but would also wish to assess the original suggestion for a location in the north east corner of the site . They also had a number of general reservations about any Bay Tree option. In summary, these were:
1. Costs
There was a minimum amount of land which is believed is required for a suitable new VH, including parking and outside ‘green space’ activities and/or overflow parking for larger events. To make any informed decision it is essential to understand what size of land could be offered and at what cost. There are also uncertainties about any potential bill for planning fees and extension to the access road for the north east option.
2. Space requirements
It is important to understand what other green space in the Bay Tree development will remain for all time. There needs to be outside green space as for outdoor activities or overflow parking. The 20 car parking spaces proposed is inadequate in the view of the RR Trustees. The spread out nature of the village into its eleven hamlets means that, along with the age profile of many villagers, using a car to get to a VH is essential for many in the parish.
3. Constraints
Would Wiltshire Council impose any constraints on the VH site as part of the transfer of land? For example, style of building and materials, prohibiting fencing which could be required, for example, to safely run classes for children there or needing to make the site secure for other reasons.
The PC view was that to support the development without an outline VH would risk that option being lost forever. Conversely, if the application as it stands is supported, and subsequently approved, then the planning authority effectively has given tacit support for a VH to be included within this type of development which could be used advantageously if an alternative proposal were to come forward. There was a reluctance to ‘walk away’ from the proposal, even if it was not ideal in many ways. Approval of the proposal does not commit the PC; the application will come before the PC when it is formally submitted and there will be an opportunity to consider it by which time the issues raised will have hopefully been dealt with.
The PC unanimously agreed to support the inclusion of a potential VH site in the application subject to satisfactory answers being given to the questions summarised above after which a final decisions will be taken. A full response to Wiltshire Council has now been despached, the text of which is on the Bridge web site.
Correspondence
Wild Flower Meadow
A very full report on progress with the Old School Playing Field wild flower meadow had been received.
Solar Farm
The PC have written to Wessex Solar Energy advising that we will be asking Mendip DC to be included as a consultee when/if a formal application is made.
Dates of scheduled meetings
All meetings begin at 7.30pm, as currently planned.
Annual Parish Meeting March 2021 (date TBA)
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).
Notice of vacancy in Office of Councillor for the Parish of Corsley
Notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of John Fairgrieve, a vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the Parish Council.
In accordance with Section 89(3) of the Local Government Act 1972, where the vacancy occurs within six months before the day on which the councillor whose office is vacant would regularly have retired, an election shall not be held under Section 89(1) of the above Act, and the vacancy will be filled at the next ordinary election of councillors on Thursday 6 May 2021.
The Council may choose to fill the vacancy by co‐option for the period until that election.
Forfurther information, please contact the parish clerk.
Mr John Willcox
Parish Clerk
Little Orchard
Court Lane
Corsley
BA12 7PA
Terence Herbert
Returning Officer
Electoral Services, Wiltshire Council
County Hall, Bythesea Road
Trowbridge, BA14 8JN
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 ►
