Corsley Reading Room
Annual General Meeting
7 for 7.30 pm, Wednesday 10th December
Corsley Reading Room
Corsley Reading Room
Please do come along to help us review the past year and look forward to the coming one. We do need more people to get involved in the committee. This is a great way to be in touch with the community, help to provide a space for meetings, celebrations and events which bring people together. If you want to know more, please contact one of the trustees or just come along to the AGM.
Corsley Tennis Club
Annual General Meeting
7 for 7.30 pm, Monday 15th December
Corsley Reading Room
Corsley Reading Room
All are welcome!
Hope you can come along and help us review the year and plan for the next. This is an opportunity for the committee to share news and update club members on a range of matters.
Hope you can come along and help us review the year and plan for the next. This is an opportunity for the committee to share news and update club members on a range of matters.
Corsley Parish Council
Join Corsley’s Community Emergency Response Team
Call for volunteers
Corsley Parish Council is strengthening its Community Emergency and Resilience Plan, and we are seeking local volunteers to help ensure our village is prepared for anything — from flooding and storms to power outages, road blockages, and major incidents.
Emergency Wardens needed across Corsley
We are looking for volunteer Emergency Wardens to represent the following areas:
- Sturford, Temple and Chapel Barton
- Whitbourne Springs and Longhedge
- Deep Lane to Chapmanslade
- Lane End
- Dertford
- Corsley Heath
- Cross Keys Area
- Lyes Green.
In the event of a local emergency, Wardens may be contacted by the Parish Incident Management Team to:
- Check on neighbours — especially vulnerable residents
- Pass messages and share official updates
- Assist with local incident management and recovery
- Participate in one annual community emergency exercise
- Join the Corsley Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) WhatsApp Group.
No previous experience is required — just a willingness to support your community.
Specialists also needed
The Parish is also building a confidential Skills Register of residents who could assist in a crisis. We are especially seeking:
- Farmers
- Doctors, nurses, first aiders, physiotherapists
- Builders
- Electricians
- Plumbers
- 4x4 or transport providers
- Tree surgeons/tree wardens
- Anyone with relevant equipment or practical skills.
Interested in helping?
The success of Corsley's emergency planning relies heavily on the goodwill and generosity of volunteers within our community. If you would like to volunteer as an Emergency Warden or register as a Specialist, please contact the Corsley Parish Preparedness and Response Coordinator at CPCMT65@gmail.com
Please provide your name, preferred role (Warden, Specialist, or both), address and telephone numbers (mobile and landline (if available)). Please also indicate consent to join the to join the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) WhatsApp Group.
Your support could help protect homes, speed up recovery — and may even save lives.
Thank you for helping to keep Corsley safe, resilient, and ready.
Public Path Diversion Order (Highways Act 1980, Section 119)
Wiltshire Council, Parish of Corsley, path number 7 (CORY7) and the Somerset Council, Parish of Selwood, path number FR/14/24 (part) Diversion Order 2025.
This order is made by Wiltshire Council because it appears to the authority that in the interests of the owner (Longleat) and occupier of the land crossed by the path (High House Farm), it is expedient that the line of the path should be diverted.
The tenant of the land has agreed to defray any compensation which becomes payable in consequence of the coming into the force of the order and any expenses that are incurred in bringing the new site of the path into a fit condition for use by the public. Both Selwood and Corsley Parish Councils were consulted and Somerset Council consented to the making of the order as required by section 120(2) of the 1980 Act.
Description of the existing path
The entire width and length of the public right of way known as CORY7, from point A (at the sharp corner on the road by High House Farm) in a broadly south-westerly and then westerly direction for approximately 140m to point B. Then, one spur of that public right of way leads south-westerly from point B for approximately 540m to point C where it meets CORY47. The other spur of that public right of way from point B leads broadly north-westerly to the Wiltshire/Somerset county boundary, continuing in Somerset along the public right of way known as FR/14/24, across the water course (Redford Water), to point D – the length of B to D being approximately 350m.
Description of the new path
The length of the footpath leading from point E via a new pedestrian gate from the road, crossing the cattle track and entering the field via a second pedestrian gate, then leading in a broadly we-north-westerly direction on the southern side of the field boundary and Redford Water, within a 3m fenced-in corridor, the width of the path being recorded as 2m, with a 1m buffer to the ditch/water course. The path then leads across the county boundary and across a cattle track via a new pedestrian gate at point G, crossing Redford Water via a new footbridge accessed via ramps (with a deck width of at least 1m) to point H, the path will then turn and lead in a broadly southerly direction along the field boundary crossing two cattle tracks via new pedestrian gates at point I, J, K and L, then through a small copse, over a new sleeper bridge with a minimum width of 1.1m at point M, to the junction with footpath FR/14/82 at point N via a new pedestrian gate. The footpath will have a recorded width of 2m throughout its length, subject to limitations. The order states that the pedestrian gates will be self-closing and to BS5709:18 (with some exceptions to that standard).
(Please note that the text has been edited from the original Order)
Massive proposed housing development
Land south of Frome bounded by Marston Road, B3092/railway line And A361 (Frome bypass) and including land to the south of the A361 Frome, Somerset
Search Mendip Council — Planning, Buildings and Land for 2021/1675/EOUT
Application for Outline Planning Permission for the erection of up to 1,700 dwellings (Use Class C3), two care homes (Use Class C3), 6.7 hectares of employment land (Use Classes E, B2 and B8), a mixed use local centre for primary school (Use Class F1), cafes/restaurant and convenience store (Use Class E) and other supporting social and physical infrastructure (Use Classes F1, F2 and E), provision of greenspace and other supporting ancillary works. All matters (Access (within the site), Layout, Scale, Appearance, Landscaping) reserved except for four new vehicular site access points from the existing highway. (Revisions & further information in respect of the Environmental Statement submitted 21.02.24).
Called in by the Secretary of State.
Decision issued date: Monday 3rd February 2025.
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Corsley Reading Rooms
We still need a Chair!
I'm pleased to report the appointment of two new Committee members. David Sharrocks is taking on the role of Treasurer and Mary King has also joined the committee. Both will be applying to
the Charity Commission to become Trustees. Caroline Hutton presented the Annual Accounts (available on our website ) and we thanked her for being our Treasurer over the last two years.
We are still without a Chairperson and would also like to recruit someone who could look after publicity for our work and events.
Anyone interested please contact me (lizi.garrett@btinternet.com) or any of the committee members.
Until a new Chair is found, all communication sent to the following email address will be picked up by the Secretary, Liz Garrett: chairman@corsleyreadingroom.org.uk
Household batteries can now be collected as part of Wiltshire kerbside recycling service
Wiltshire Council are now able to collect some types of small batteries as part of our kerbside recycling service.
Put your small household batteries in clear, sealed sandwich bags on top of your blue lidded bin and they will be collected for recycling. Please do not put batteries out for collection earlier than this date.
The batteries you can put out for collection are 'D', 'C', 'AA', 'AAA', 9V and button-type batteries. They will be kept separate from other recyclable materials on board the collection vehicles.
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?
- Pot holes
- 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’, or visit Wiltshire Council's website My Wilts
Call for volunteers
Corsley Parish Council is strengthening its Community Emergency and Resilience Plan, and we are seeking local volunteers to help ensure our village is prepared for anything — from flooding and storms to power outages, road blockages, and major incidents.
Emergency Wardens needed across Corsley
We are looking for volunteer Emergency Wardens to represent the following areas:
- Sturford, Temple and Chapel Barton
- Whitbourne Springs and Longhedge
- Deep Lane to Chapmanslade
- Lane End
- Dertford
- Corsley Heath
- Cross Keys Area
- Lyes Green.
In the event of a local emergency, Wardens may be contacted by the Parish Incident Management Team to:
- Check on neighbours — especially vulnerable residents
- Pass messages and share official updates
- Assist with local incident management and recovery
- Participate in one annual community emergency exercise
- Join the Corsley Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) WhatsApp Group.
No previous experience is required — just a willingness to support your community.
Specialists also needed
The Parish is also building a confidential Skills Register of residents who could assist in a crisis. We are especially seeking:
- Farmers
- Doctors, nurses, first aiders, physiotherapists
- Builders
- Electricians
- Plumbers
- 4x4 or transport providers
- Tree surgeons/tree wardens
- Anyone with relevant equipment or practical skills.
Interested in helping?
The success of Corsley's emergency planning relies heavily on the goodwill and generosity of volunteers within our community. If you would like to volunteer as an Emergency Warden or register as a Specialist, please contact the Corsley Parish Preparedness and Response Coordinator at CPCMT65@gmail.com
Please provide your name, preferred role (Warden, Specialist, or both), address and telephone numbers (mobile and landline (if available)). Please also indicate consent to join the to join the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) WhatsApp Group.
Your support could help protect homes, speed up recovery — and may even save lives.
Thank you for helping to keep Corsley safe, resilient, and ready.
Public Path Diversion Order (Highways Act 1980, Section 119)
Wiltshire Council, Parish of Corsley, path number 7 (CORY7) and the Somerset Council, Parish of Selwood, path number FR/14/24 (part) Diversion Order 2025.
This order is made by Wiltshire Council because it appears to the authority that in the interests of the owner (Longleat) and occupier of the land crossed by the path (High House Farm), it is expedient that the line of the path should be diverted.
The tenant of the land has agreed to defray any compensation which becomes payable in consequence of the coming into the force of the order and any expenses that are incurred in bringing the new site of the path into a fit condition for use by the public. Both Selwood and Corsley Parish Councils were consulted and Somerset Council consented to the making of the order as required by section 120(2) of the 1980 Act.
Description of the existing path
The entire width and length of the public right of way known as CORY7, from point A (at the sharp corner on the road by High House Farm) in a broadly south-westerly and then westerly direction for approximately 140m to point B. Then, one spur of that public right of way leads south-westerly from point B for approximately 540m to point C where it meets CORY47. The other spur of that public right of way from point B leads broadly north-westerly to the Wiltshire/Somerset county boundary, continuing in Somerset along the public right of way known as FR/14/24, across the water course (Redford Water), to point D – the length of B to D being approximately 350m.
Description of the new path
The length of the footpath leading from point E via a new pedestrian gate from the road, crossing the cattle track and entering the field via a second pedestrian gate, then leading in a broadly we-north-westerly direction on the southern side of the field boundary and Redford Water, within a 3m fenced-in corridor, the width of the path being recorded as 2m, with a 1m buffer to the ditch/water course. The path then leads across the county boundary and across a cattle track via a new pedestrian gate at point G, crossing Redford Water via a new footbridge accessed via ramps (with a deck width of at least 1m) to point H, the path will then turn and lead in a broadly southerly direction along the field boundary crossing two cattle tracks via new pedestrian gates at point I, J, K and L, then through a small copse, over a new sleeper bridge with a minimum width of 1.1m at point M, to the junction with footpath FR/14/82 at point N via a new pedestrian gate. The footpath will have a recorded width of 2m throughout its length, subject to limitations. The order states that the pedestrian gates will be self-closing and to BS5709:18 (with some exceptions to that standard).
(Please note that the text has been edited from the original Order)
Massive proposed housing development
Land south of Frome bounded by Marston Road, B3092/railway line And A361 (Frome bypass) and including land to the south of the A361 Frome, Somerset
Search Mendip Council — Planning, Buildings and Land for 2021/1675/EOUT
Application for Outline Planning Permission for the erection of up to 1,700 dwellings (Use Class C3), two care homes (Use Class C3), 6.7 hectares of employment land (Use Classes E, B2 and B8), a mixed use local centre for primary school (Use Class F1), cafes/restaurant and convenience store (Use Class E) and other supporting social and physical infrastructure (Use Classes F1, F2 and E), provision of greenspace and other supporting ancillary works. All matters (Access (within the site), Layout, Scale, Appearance, Landscaping) reserved except for four new vehicular site access points from the existing highway. (Revisions & further information in respect of the Environmental Statement submitted 21.02.24).
Called in by the Secretary of State.
Decision issued date: Monday 3rd February 2025.
Click the images to enlarge them (pdfs)
Click on the images to read and use the hyperlinks...
Corsley Reading Rooms
We still need a Chair!
I'm pleased to report the appointment of two new Committee members. David Sharrocks is taking on the role of Treasurer and Mary King has also joined the committee. Both will be applying to
the Charity Commission to become Trustees. Caroline Hutton presented the Annual Accounts (available on our website ) and we thanked her for being our Treasurer over the last two years.
We are still without a Chairperson and would also like to recruit someone who could look after publicity for our work and events.
Anyone interested please contact me (lizi.garrett@btinternet.com) or any of the committee members.
Until a new Chair is found, all communication sent to the following email address will be picked up by the Secretary, Liz Garrett: chairman@corsleyreadingroom.org.uk
Household batteries can now be collected as part of Wiltshire kerbside recycling service
Wiltshire Council are now able to collect some types of small batteries as part of our kerbside recycling service.
Put your small household batteries in clear, sealed sandwich bags on top of your blue lidded bin and they will be collected for recycling. Please do not put batteries out for collection earlier than this date.
The batteries you can put out for collection are 'D', 'C', 'AA', 'AAA', 9V and button-type batteries. They will be kept separate from other recyclable materials on board the collection vehicles.
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?
- Pot holes
- 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’, or visit Wiltshire Council's website My Wilts
The tenant of the land has agreed to defray any compensation which becomes payable in consequence of the coming into the force of the order and any expenses that are incurred in bringing the new site of the path into a fit condition for use by the public. Both Selwood and Corsley Parish Councils were consulted and Somerset Council consented to the making of the order as required by section 120(2) of the 1980 Act.
Description of the existing path
The entire width and length of the public right of way known as CORY7, from point A (at the sharp corner on the road by High House Farm) in a broadly south-westerly and then westerly direction for approximately 140m to point B. Then, one spur of that public right of way leads south-westerly from point B for approximately 540m to point C where it meets CORY47. The other spur of that public right of way from point B leads broadly north-westerly to the Wiltshire/Somerset county boundary, continuing in Somerset along the public right of way known as FR/14/24, across the water course (Redford Water), to point D – the length of B to D being approximately 350m.
Description of the new path
The length of the footpath leading from point E via a new pedestrian gate from the road, crossing the cattle track and entering the field via a second pedestrian gate, then leading in a broadly we-north-westerly direction on the southern side of the field boundary and Redford Water, within a 3m fenced-in corridor, the width of the path being recorded as 2m, with a 1m buffer to the ditch/water course. The path then leads across the county boundary and across a cattle track via a new pedestrian gate at point G, crossing Redford Water via a new footbridge accessed via ramps (with a deck width of at least 1m) to point H, the path will then turn and lead in a broadly southerly direction along the field boundary crossing two cattle tracks via new pedestrian gates at point I, J, K and L, then through a small copse, over a new sleeper bridge with a minimum width of 1.1m at point M, to the junction with footpath FR/14/82 at point N via a new pedestrian gate. The footpath will have a recorded width of 2m throughout its length, subject to limitations. The order states that the pedestrian gates will be self-closing and to BS5709:18 (with some exceptions to that standard).
(Please note that the text has been edited from the original Order)
Land south of Frome bounded by Marston Road, B3092/railway line And A361 (Frome bypass) and including land to the south of the A361 Frome, Somerset
Application for Outline Planning Permission for the erection of up to 1,700 dwellings (Use Class C3), two care homes (Use Class C3), 6.7 hectares of employment land (Use Classes E, B2 and B8), a mixed use local centre for primary school (Use Class F1), cafes/restaurant and convenience store (Use Class E) and other supporting social and physical infrastructure (Use Classes F1, F2 and E), provision of greenspace and other supporting ancillary works. All matters (Access (within the site), Layout, Scale, Appearance, Landscaping) reserved except for four new vehicular site access points from the existing highway. (Revisions & further information in respect of the Environmental Statement submitted 21.02.24).
Called in by the Secretary of State.
Decision issued date: Monday 3rd February 2025.
