Author Archive for: Danielle Stretch
Entries by Danielle Stretch
A message from Bek – our former village postman
To the Barton Community: I just wanted to take the opportunity to let everyone know that, with great regret, but with an excited heart I have had to hand in my notice to Royal Mail and start a new chapter. I’m sorry I haven’t been back to see you all since July but due to […]
Tea, biscuits and a warm welcome
With the first real cold snap of Winter upon us, we are delighted to pass on a very generous invitation from both Barton Baptist Church and the Hoops to invite residents in for a cup of tea and a biscuit on the house between 2.30 and 4p.m. on Tuesday afternoons, beginning with the Baptist Church […]
Energy efficiency booklet
Energy Efficiency Upgrades and available funding for Cambridgeshire residents.
Homes for Ukraine
Do you have a spare room that you could offer to a Ukrainian guest? If so, then please text the 88802 with the word “room” as the District Council would like to hear from you. This, of course, does not commit you in any way but will enable you to find out more about the […]
High Street closed to through traffic
The High Street in Barton is currently closed to traffic as workmen are there repairing a water leak. The work is supposed to be finished by Friday.
Flu Vaccinations at Barton Village Hall on Tuesday 25th October
The Comberton surgery have booked Barton Village Hall in order to provide flu vaccinations between 12.30 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday October 25th. Please book an appointment through the surgery beforehand.
A further update on the village pond
The Parish Council has had the preliminary results from tests conducted on silt samples taken from the pond. These show that the silt in the base of the pond contains a number of heavy metals and hydrocarbons from the road runoff that feeds into the pond. We are in the process of having the contamination […]
Support for eligible pensioners who are struggling with food and fuel bills
Age UK Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and Cambridgeshire County Council are working together to provide support for eligible pensioners who are struggling with food and fuel bills. We can provide financial support within a few days and help you find longer-term support if needed. This isn’t charity – we are using the Government-funded Household Support Fund […]