E-Scooter Purchase This Christmas?
Are you planning on purchasing a e-scooter this Christmas? Here’s a quick reminder that they still remain illegal in the UK: It’s not currently possible to get insurance for privately owned e-scooters which means it’s illegal to use them on the road or in public spaces, such as parks, street pavements, and shopping […]
Improving the green area on Cambridge Road/ Roman Hill
As those of you who follow the parish council’s minutes will remember, a speculative application was made in August for a grant from the Shared Prosperity Fund for monies to improve the green area at the Roman Hill end of Cambridge Road, with a view to improving the sound and pollution barrier whilst creating an […]
Thank you from the Barton residents and Parish Council
Five years ago, during the first frightening and lonely Christmas of the Covid 19 pandemic, four kind and community-spirited volunteers planned a safe and law-abiding Christmas celebration, outside of course, to bring Barton together and to bring light and Christmas magic into those dark days. Organised entirely independently of any organisation, these people donated a […]
The Hoops – an asset of community value
We are delighted to inform you that our application to register the Hoops as an asset of community value has been approved. Too few traditional pubs have survived these past few years and we are very proud to have positively taken steps to protect not one but both of the pubs in Barton. Landlord, Neil […]
Police and Crime Plan for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
Following a period of extensive consultation, Police and Crime Commissioner, Darryl Preston has launched a new Police and Crime Plan for Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The Plan sets strategic policing objectives for the next three years and focuses on four key areas of priority under an overarching banner of safe communities. A copy of the Plan […]
Keep your home safe from burglars this Christmas
Following recent reports of burglaries, we are urging you to make sure your property is secure. Here’s a few ways to keep your home protected: Consider installing CCTV or a ring doorbell, this can act as a deterrent for anyone trying their luck! Ensure your garden gates are secure and locked when you […]
Cybercrime Survey
Along with our Cyberhood Watch partner, Avast, we are launching the latest Cybercrime Survey which will help us understand the impact of online crime and scams on our members. There’s also the opportunity of winning some very useful M&S vouchers! Enter now The findings of the survey will be used to inform the […]
Barton’s 2024 Advent Calendar: A Daily Surprise Awaits!
Join Us in Celebrating the Countdown to Christmas! Starting December 1st, Barton kick’s off it’s 24-Day Countdown to Christmas! Each day until December 24th, a new enchanting window, garden, or hedge will be unveiled around the village, showcasing a unique Christmas or winter scene. Once unveiled, these festive displays will remain on view throughout the entire […]
Additional Festive Activities in Barton
December 16th at 3.30pm Children’s Christmas Crafts & Activities Event at Barton Baptist Church. December 22nd at 10.30 am Christmas Crib/Nativity Service at Barton Baptist Church followed by mince pies & refreshments. All welcome. Many thanks, Revd. Sally