As the autumn is almost over, we were pleased to receive a report from a local resident that the Kingfisher, previously seen, has now returned to the Millennium Green. This is wonderful news and we hope that it will continue to visit us on a regular basis. In addition, a Heron has also been spotted.
Keeping up the nature and animal theme, following the very successful ‘Community Bluebell Planting Day’ at the start the Wild Towns project, you will notice a few changes starting to take place in Preston Park. Firstly, the cows have gone, having spent the summer eating the grass, as they do every summer. The steps which lead from the Railway line to Berkeley Wood have been repaired and the ‘Owl Hotel’ has been installed in Preston Park.
There are also going to be 17 ‘Bat Boxes’ installed throughout the area, so please keep your eyes open when you are enjoying this area provided for the benefit to the entire community.
I am pleased to report that 241 visitors visited The Market House over the recent Heritage weekend and dates for your diary next year – Annual Beating of the Bounds – meeting under Bath Bridge 9.30am on Saturday 5th September and the Heritage Weekend will take place on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September.
We continue to plan for the Christmas Light ‘switch on’ on Friday 6th December and I am pleased to confirm that the Chipping Car Park, which we own, with all profits being put back into our community, will be free from charge that evening from 4pm. You will see the Thirteen team working hard in November, erecting the Christmas Trees and adorning The Market House with lights, this iconic building is the focal point of Christmas in Tetbury.
Finally, I am pleased to advise that the following grants have been recently awarded:
£250 to a young person training in Plumbing & Heating
£250 to a young person undertaking a Photography degree
If you think we may be able to help you or your group with an education or training grant or would like to know more about the work we do in our town, please visit our website – www.thefeoffeesoftetbury.co.uk - or speak to one of our members.
Lance Vick – Chairman