Picnic in the park – Camping Close, this Sunday
The Official opening of the MUGA and table tennis table PLUS the zip wire. The PC got 2 grants to fund the majority of these works. Please come along and join us. There will be games, Portobello coffee pod and an Ice Cream Van. Sunday 13th July, 11am – 2am.
NOTICE of Casual Vacancy
Steeple Bumpstead Parish Council has a Councillor vacancy. An election will be held if 10 or more people request one by 5pm on 15th July. Otherwise the PC will be free to advertise and co-opt a candidate.
Public Notice – use of the Camping Close
Dear all, The Camping Close is a lovely open amenity that we want the village to appreciate, use and take care of. Whilst the area is open to the public for casual use, If you are wishing to arrange a group party or event (more than just sitting on a picnic blanket) you will need […]
Save the date – picnic in the park – Camping Close
Poster advertising save the date, Picnic in the park, 13th July, 11-2pm, Camping Close, Steeple Bumpstead. Save the date – 13th July 11-2pm. For a picnic at the Camping Close. Fun and games and official opening of the new sporting equipment and zip wire.
Hedingham Division -Highways -Overgrown vegetation + Vegetation on (of from) private land
A message from our County Councillor. Following an enquiry from a Parish Council I thought this would be useful and informative guidance on overgrown vegetation plus vegetation on (or from) private land. There is a lot of information on the Essex Highways website here that the parish/residents could use: https://www.essexhighways.org/grass-and-vegetation To avoid disturbing nesting […]
NEw Gate at Humphrey’s Meadow
We are so pleased to report that the broken gate at Humphrey’s meadow has now been replaced. Our thanks to the Volunteers who hung the gate, helping us to keep costs down.
Handyman (2) vacancy
We are looking to appoint a second handyman / person, on around 3 hours per week, please contact the clerk if you are interested. We will review applications on a 2 week rolling basis.
Travel Behaviour Survey report for Essex is now available
We are pleased to announce that Transport East’s Travel Behaviour Survey Report for Essex has now been published. You can find the full report attached, and on our website: https://www.transporteast.gov.uk/travel-survey/essex This comprehensive document offers invaluable insights into how residents across Essex travel, their reasons for transport choices, and the barriers they face in adopting more […]
ECC – highways Gt Yeldham -A1017 Church Rd – Essential Bridge Strengthening and Repair
Essential strengthening and repair works will be carried out to Chain Bridge, located on the A1017 Church Road in Great Yeldham from 16 June 2025 with the support of temporary traffic lights for the duration of the scheme. These works are vital to ensure the continued safety and long-term durability of this historic structure, which […]
ECC DigiGo update 100,000 journeys
Our on-demand transport service, DigiGo, has officially reached 100,000 passenger journeys. This marks a major milestone in improving connectivity across rural and suburban areas. Since launching in April 2022, DigiGo has transformed local travel within the Travel Zone. It has provided vital connections for residents. This means better access to healthcare, education, employment, and social opportunities. […]