Archive for 2017
24 November, 2017
Farm News
The VillagerHarvest and planting are now complete. The wet September changed to a fairly dry October and the winter crops for 2018 harvest were planted and so far are looking pretty good with even emergence and no “holes” (bare patches) evident. The seeding process varies a little between fields but usually consists of the following operations – spraying the stubble of the previous crop to kill the weeds and volunteers (the seed lost from the combine that then germinates), a cultivation to a depth of about 15 cm with 6 legs followed by 2 rows of discs and a heavy press wheel to condition the soil. This pass is fairly rain safe in that it will take about ½ inch of rain without becoming a sodden morass. ...
19 November, 2017
Public Meeting 28th November 2017
Neighbourhood PlanPUBLIC MEETING 28th NOVEMBER 2017 We are holding a further Public Meeting in the Jubilee Hall at 7:00pm on Tuesday 28th November (doors open and drinks and mince pies will be served at 6:30pm). At this meeting we will provide details of the six sites now potentially available for development and seek the views of parishioners on the relative merits of the sites. We will also brief parishioners on the next steps in the process. Everyone will have a chance to air their views and ask questions. You will be invited to express your preference as to the most suitable site(s). This will be the last public meeting before we make our final recommendations, so we would welcome as many parishioners as possible. ...
17 November, 2017
Bentworth Mummers – Dick Turpin!
Events The VillagerBentworth Mummers are returning with another fabulous pants production on 1st and 2nd December – Dick Turpin! We know you missed us last year but we’re back with a great pant for you this year. Another one written by Richard Lloyd. All the usual twists and additions he likes to put in, which of course includes the bad jokes and some of our own of course. ...
01 November, 2017
Bentworth Parish Council Meeting – 7th November 2017
Meetings Parish CouncilThere will be a meeting of Bentworth Parish Council at 7:30pm on 7th November in the Jubilee (school) Hall. The agenda is available to download.
29 October, 2017
Planning Committee Meeting – 1st November 2017
Meetings Parish Council PlanningThere will be a meeting of Bentworth Parish Council Planning Committee at 7pm on 1st November 2017 in the Jubilee (school) Hall. The agenda is available to download below. ...
29 October, 2017
Bentworth Parish Council Meeting Minutes – 3rd October 2017
Meetings Minutes Parish CouncilThe minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 3rd October 20178 are available to download.
19 October, 2017
Grant Awarding Policy
Finance Parish CouncilA grant or subsidy is any payment made by the Council, as a function of its legal powers, to be used by an organisation or individual for the furtherance of the well-being of the local community, for a purpose not directly controlled or administered by the Council. ...
17 October, 2017
Lasham Gliding Society Winter Talks
Events The VillagerWe are arranging another really good season of Saturday evening events again this winter with something organised most Saturdays from the bonfire night party through to Easter. Most events will be free of charge, unless stated otherwise and you do not need to be a member at Lasham to attend. Non-members and members of other clubs are also most welcome. Some dates and talks might change and some not are yet fully arranged but listed below is the current situation. Updated lists will be issued as the season progresses. ...