This hood was found in the hedge alongside the track from Colony Road up to Haynes Barn. To claim it, …
This hood was found in the hedge alongside the track from Colony Road up to Haynes Barn. To claim it, please email webmaster
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Holy Trinity Church has received a card from Polly Preedy giving thanks from her and on behalf of those who …
Holy Trinity Church has received a card from Polly Preedy giving thanks from her and on behalf of those who have received one of our Christmas Shoe Boxes.
We continue to collect items of dried and tinned goods. The box has now been returned to the porch to collect such items. These items are very much appreciated so please keep them coming. Polly said no more clothes this month, thank you.
We as a church continue to support her in this valuable work, with our Harvest offerings, Christmas boxes; looking forward to offering Easter eggs.
Our apologies to anyone who visited the church to leave a donation and found the box was not back in place after the changes to the church building. These alterations include installing a toilet, a kitchenette and levelling the access to the building making it accessible to all. The donations box is now back in the porch. Thank you.
Barbara Foster
PCC Secretary
Our elves are looking after a scarf that was found outside the Manor on Main Street, Sibford Ferris around 29th …
Our elves are looking after a scarf that was found outside the Manor on Main Street, Sibford Ferris around 29th December. If your scarf is missing, please send a description to webmaster
Tim Huckvale writes: It was nice to hear that at least a few people enjoyed having a go at the …
Tim Huckvale writes: It was nice to hear that at least a few people enjoyed having a go at the quiz. Picture #1 was a problem for a couple of folk who printed the pictures in monochrome or (like my other brother) had a printer that made the snooker ball appear red. I got stuck on #10 for a while, even with Wikipedia’s list of PMs in front of me.
UK Prime Ministers
1. Gordon Brown
2. Neville Chamberlain
3. William Gladstone
4. Stanley Baldwin
5. Bonar Law
6. Theresa May
7. George Canning
8. Robert Peel
9. Anthony Eden
10. Charles Grey
11. Edward Heath
12. Winston Churchill
13. William Pitt
14. Horace Walpole
15. Ramsey MacDonald
16. John Major
17. Harold Wilson
18. Liz Truss
19. Benjamin Disraeli
20. Rishi Sunak
Banburyshire school plants oak tree to celebrate 400 years of educating children - Banbury Guardian ... Sibford Primary School, helps …
Banburyshire school plants oak tree to celebrate 400 years of educating children – Banbury Guardian
… Sibford Primary School, helps plant the young oak tree. Sibford Gower Primary School marked the end of term by planting a young oak tree to …
Tim Huckvale writes: In recent years at Christmas my brother Mark has created a picture quiz for the family …
Tim Huckvale writes: In recent years at Christmas my brother Mark has created a picture quiz for the family to puzzle over during the holiday. He is happy for me to share it with fellow villagers. Answers in the New Year!
You may also download the complete quiz for printing.
From Wednesday 14 January 2026 you'll need to book a time slot to visit the tip at Alkerton or any …
From Wednesday 14 January 2026 you’ll need to book a time slot to visit the tip at Alkerton or any other OCC Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC). You can book up to 30 minutes before your visit (subject to availability) or up to two weeks in advance.
You’ll need to take proof of Oxfordshire residence, such as a driving licence, council tax bill or utility bill.
You’ll have a smoother visit if you sort recyclable items by type into separate containers before you arrive.
Read all about it: Comms toolkit with FAQs – HWRC bookings system (Dec 25)
Sibford Tots had a wonderful time in the church this morning (Friday 19th), enjoying the space and welcoming the toilet …
Sibford Tots had a wonderful time in the church this morning (Friday 19th), enjoying the space and welcoming the toilet facility. Refreshments were provided by Holy Trinity Church. Emily Hedgecock, leader of Sibford Tots, commented “It felt so lovely in the church, and there was a real sense of community and enjoyment. Well done to everyone for getting the church ready for Christmas. It looks wonderful!”
The Christmas Tree Festival ends on Tuesday 6 January Barbara Foster writes: Holy Trinity Church Christmas Tree Festival is …
The Christmas Tree Festival ends on Tuesday 6 January
Barbara Foster writes: Holy Trinity Church Christmas Tree Festival is now underway looking very attractive and displaying beautiful artwork by children of the Primary School; they are talented youngsters. Please come and see the trees and artwork and of course, the church which has been wonderfully reordered giving a spacious and welcoming feel. The church is unlocked every day between 9am and dusk.
David Gill writes: Journey's end!
David Gill writes: Journey’s end!
Countryside Access Legal Oxfordshire County Council County Hall Oxford OX1 1ND Director of Environment & Highways Date: 3rd…
Countryside Access Legal
Oxfordshire County Council
County Hall
Oxford
OX1 1ND
Director of Environment & Highways
Date: 3rd December 2025
Our Ref: ABS/03888
Postcode: OX15 5BW
Dear Sir/Madam,
Informal Consultation
Proposed Diversion Under the Highways Act 1980 s.119 Part of Sibford Gower Footpath No. 12 at Top Barn Farmhouse.
This consultation concerns an alteration to a public path in the parish of Sibford Gower. Comments received in response to the consultation will be considered when the Council decides whether to make a public path Order reflecting the proposed change.
The Council has powers to make Orders to divert public rights of way under section 119 of the Highways Act 1980. A diversion Order would be made in the interests of the owner of the land crossed by the public right of way.
The proposed diversion is shown on Plan HA 1980 s119/903/03888. The existing length of FP12 to be diverted is length A – B – C – D and runs north-eastwards along a field-edge, around the outside of a barn and past the front of Top Barn Farmhouse. The property is isolated and the owners would like to secure their security as much as reasonably practicable. The applicants’ car was recently stolen, and whilst this is not necessarily attributable to walkers using the path, a diversion away from the house will lessen the owners’ concerns. The path runs along the low front wall of the patio and main aspect of the buildings such that there is a clear view into that area, and the owners would also like to secure their privacy by diverting the path to the opposite side of the property.
The proposed route (A – E) runs through a hedge, across a field to Tyne Lane, directly opposite FP17. The owners feel that whilst the proposal is promogulated in their interests, the diversion would also benefit the public as it would avoid the need for walkers to first walk along the verge of Tyne Lane to reach FP17 (or vice versa). The existing path is 112m long whereas the new path is 100m long and would be 2m wide and level. The surface would be reinstated crop. The existing path has a stile at Point D whereas the new path would have pedestrian gates at Points A and E. Additionally, the applicant will replace the stile at Pound Lane (not part of the diversion) with a pedestrian gate so that the footpath is stile-free.
The administration and advertising costs this Council incurs in respect of an Order will be recharged to the applicant. The applicant will be responsible for any outstanding works required to bring the new route into a satisfactory condition for public use and the Council will waymark the new route.
Any comments received will be considered when OCC decides whether or not to make an Order. I would be grateful for any comments by 14th January 2026. Should you have any queries, please do not hesitate in contacting me on the below number.
Yours faithfully,
Andy Sylvester
Technical Lead – Public Path Orders and Agreements
Direct line: 07919 306237
Email: andy.sylvester
Gloucester Rugby begin Finding the Edge partnership with Sibford School By engaging earlier with schools like Sibford, the Club …
Gloucester Rugby begin Finding the Edge partnership with Sibford School
By engaging earlier with schools like Sibford, the Club can help identify and nurture talent, as well as promote rugby values off the pitch—leadership …