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Householders are responsible for protecting their own houses/ riparian owners are entitles to have flood defences on their property though some may need permission or consent

Riparian Rights- Do you know your responsibilities?

According to Central Bedfordshire Council, “If your property is adjacent to a watercourse of any description you are presumed to be a riparian owner and should be maintaining it regularly. This will have the benefit of reducing the risk of flooding from the watercourse at times of bad weather for both you and your neighbours.…
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Silsoe Community Recreational Trust are seeking new Trustees

Silsoe Community Recreational Trust(registered charity number 1162018) This charity was set up in 2015, amongst other things to administer the Silsoe Sports Centre, and associated land and buildings owned by the Parish Council. The day-to-day management of the Centre and the employment of staff has been delegated to a professional management company (InspireAll). The role…
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Local Map of Silsoe indicating proposed restrictions between Obelisk Way and Chestnut Avenue

CBC Consultation- Chestnut Ave and Obelisk Way

Central Bedfordshire Council are consulting on the following scheme: A00504 – Chestnut Avenue and Obelisk Way, Silsoe – Waiting Restrictions. Please find a copy of the public notice and plan providing more information. If you wish to make any comments, they should be submitted in writing to the Highways Consultation as explained in the public…
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remembrance day road closure 10.30-11.15

REMEMBRANCE DAY 2024

SILSOE Sunday 10th November 2024 Remembrance Day will be observed in Silsoe on Sunday, November 10th, 2024. The service will begin in the grounds of St. James Church at 10:30 am, followed by a two-minute silence at 11:00 am.The Silsoe Scout Group will march through the village from the Millennium Green to the Church. Wreaths…
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SPC meeting 2 September 7pm

UPCOMING SEPTEMBER MEETING

Monday 2nd September 2024, 7pm The Silsoe Parish Council will now meet on the first Monday of the month at 7 p.m. in the village hall. All meetings are open to residents to attend in person or via Zoom. Agenda can be found here Please get in touch with the SPC for more details. https://silsoeparishcouncil.org/contact-us/

spc council meeting 1st july 7pm

JULY SPC MEETING

This month’s SPC meeting is taking place on Monday 1st July 2024. Please note, the July SPC meeting will be held on a different day and time than usual. The Silsoe Parish Council meting will be held on Monday 1st July at 7pm, at Silsoe Village Hall. The agenda can be found on our meetings…
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SILSOE PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

THE FUTURE OF CENTRAL BEDS TRANSPORT

ATTENTION SILSOE RESIDENTS!! Have your say now on the future of our roads and transport. Central Beds Council are currently consulting on The Local Transport Plan. This will impact Silsoe so we urge all residents to comment on this plan before the 30th June deadline. The Local Transport Plan will set the direction of how…
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SPC May Meetign Wednesday 8th May 2024 at 7pm

MAY SPC MEETING

This month’s SPC meeting is taking place on Wednesday 8th May 2024. Please note, the May SPC meeting will be held at the earlier time of 7pm, at Silsoe Village Hall. The agenda can be found on our meetings and agenda page.

D-DAY POSTER TO COMMEMORATE 6 JUNE 2024

MARKING D-DAY 6 JUNE

The bravery and sacrifice of those people in securing the peace and freedom we enjoy today will be observed by the lighting of beacons around the United Kingdom. The Village of Silsoe plans to mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day by lighting a beacon at 9.15pm on 6th June 2024. The Deputy Lord Lieutenant of…
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Silsoe Council Meeting 27 March 2024

APRIL MEETING NOW MARCH 24

The April Silsoe Parish Council meeting has been moved forward to the 24th March to discuss some urgent matters. Please find agenda here