Welcome to the Barham, Claydon and Gt Blakenham Website

There is a unique and underrated link between our three Parishes – Claydon and Barham are geographically inextricably linked, therefore many issues and community facilities are common to both Parishes. Great Blakenham is a valued neighbour and the planning developments attaching to the former Blue Circle site have brought an even closer working relationship.

Please browse these pages and if you have any feedback please email. Alternatively please jump to the council webpage with regards to contacting your local parish council, or specific Claydon or Barham news.

Barham PC Meetings

The next Parish Council meeting is due to be held on Monday 9 January 2012 at 7.00pm in the Church Hall. Members of the public are welcome to attend and raise any matters which are of concern to them at the Public Forum.
For more information contact the Clerk on rosalie74@btinternet.com 23/07/11

Claydon & Barham
Recreation Ground Committee

In the October and November issues of ‘In Touch’ an urgent appeal was made for new members to join the Recreation Ground Committee and to attend the meeting held on
16th November. Unfortunately no new people went to the meeting or have volunteered to join the committee since. As a result there is now a real concern that the present committee may have to be disbanded. If this happens the Parish Council would need to consider whether the recreation ground could remain open. Obviously this would be a huge loss to the community as this facility is used regularly by many people from Claydon and Barham. Therefore residents, whether regular users or not, are asked to consider if they wish to maintain this facility and if so whether they are prepared to give up just a small amount of time each month to help oversee its operation. Please contact Alan Baldry for further information, e-mail: alanbaldry@btinternet.com 17/1/2012

Waste disposal

A copy of the 2012 bin collection callender is to be found here.

The domestic waste disposal site at Bramford has reopened but the long term future is dependant on usage, click here for more information on opening hours and charges.

Alternatively scrap metal can be disposed of at Sackers by the level crossing, (contact 834876).

If you see any evidence of fly tipping please report immediately, See instructions here and web link here.

Claydon & Barham
Village Hall

A reminder that the Village Hall will shortly be the venue for the annual pantomine by Barclay Music makers. A link will be posted here when tickets are available.

If you are planning a children's party or other celebration, why not book Claydon and Barham Village Hall? Phone Maureen, our bookings secretary, on 01473 830616 for details of rates and to make a reservation. If you would like to look inside the hall without moving from your chair, click on the following link and enjoy the view! 3/12/11

Impacts of Goverment Cuts

A number of local services and facilities will be affected by the reduction in council funding. Here are just a few that affect our local area, Barham Picnic site, the future of our own nature reserve at Rede Wood, the closure of the Park and Ride at Bury Road, Library services .

The threats are real, the solutions are not easy, but rest assured if nothing is said or done these facilities will disappear. The hope is that in some instances volenteers, ie you, will help to run or manage the facilities in some way. Please take some time to look at the various links and make sure your views are expressed to your parish councillors. 23/09/11

St Peter's 60 Plus Club

The Club meets at St Peters Court, Claydon between 2pm and 4pn each Thursday. All residents over 60, including those from the surrounding villages, are welcome.
Tel Pauline 01473 831911 for more info. 06/06/11

Claydon & Whitton Parish Council

The next Parish Meeting is on Monday 12 March 2012 in the Village Hall, The agenda will be posted on the Parish Council Notice Boards where a list of all our Councillors and contact details for the Clerk can also be found. For other Claydon news click here.

The council has produced a revised bus timetable, which has being printed, and distributed to each household. If you would like an electronic copy it can be downloaded here. 17/1/2012

Knight Fever

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Its time for the annual Panto presented by our very own Bar-Clay Music Makers.
For more info click to see larger version of poster, detailing times and ticket information. 27/12/2011

Remembrance Service 11/13th Nov

A Remembrance Day Service was held at the Claydon & Barham village hall to commemorate those from the local villages, who died in the First and Second World Wars. A poppy cross was placed under the war memorial over the door of the hall and a two minute silence was observed at 11.00 a.m. on the 11^th day of the 11^th month of the year 2011.

In addition a Remembrance Day Service was held at St. Peter’s and St. Mary’s, our local Church, on Sunday, 13^th November. A very large congregation included members of the Guide and Scout organisations as well at the ATC and serving soldiers from Wattisham. The Local Councils of both parishes were represented. A wreath was placed under the commemorative Henry Moore statue to commemorate those servicemen from Claydon who gave their lives.

The Local Council would like to hear from anyone who has lost a relative in conflict from this parish in the years since the Second World War in order that their names may be added to the Roll of Honour. Please contact the Parish Clerk. 05/12/11

Mobile Library

Remember that the Mobile Library calls in Claydon and Barham alternate Tuesdays see link for times and dates. For those living near the Sorrell Horse there are visits on alternate Fridays. You can contact the mobile library on 07809--594685 23/10/11

Recreation Ground

This is a valuable and much used community facility. Its operation and upkeep is overseen by the Recreation Ground Committee which is now in urgent need of new members to help with the work involved. Anyone who would like to join the committee or would like further information should contact the Parish Clerks.

Regrettably there are those who consider vandalism as a form of recreation. As always the best deterrent is the knowledge that they will be reported and caught. If you see anything please report it immediately to the police.

If you new to the area and want to know more about the Recreation Ground click here.

Unfortunately there have also been incidences of dog fouling, regretably by one or two irresponsible owners. Again please report the incidences as it is a prosecutable offence.
23/09/11

Suffolk Foundation Grants

Do you run a local community or voluntary group?
The Suffolk Foundation has grant funding available for community and voluntary groups in Suffolk and is seeking applications to its existing and new funds. For further information on the grants available, closing dates and application forms see www.suffolkfoundation.org.uk 12/01/11

Claydon Youth Community Project

If you want to know more then visit their website or contact via
07788 796182 11/05/10

Claydon & Barham Community Centre
Church Lane, Claydon

Telephone (01473) 831805 (with fully equipped and licensed bar.

Need to book an event - need more information - contact the Social Club. A small deposit could book the hall very cheaply for now or next year. Call to check for costing and availability. The hall is suitable for a wide variety of parties and activities.

Sky Sports are available during opening hours to cover all major sporting events, activities, matches etc. Large screen used on Sunday lunchtimes when main matches are screened. Pool Table, Darts Board and also Cards or Dominos available.

Future Events

(For further information, please ring the Centre Manager, Michelle, or watch for details on the Centre Notice Board) 19/04/10

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Mid Suffolk District Council

For news of the District Council please visit Mid-Suffolk DC website.

SAFER NEIGHBOURHOOD TEAMS

Please visit our Safer Neighborhood Team's website for more information.

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