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Photographic Competition 2019

Bitton Parish Council has held a photographic competition for pictures of local interest that were taken within the Parish. Entrants could submit up to 5 pictures and the closing date of the competition was Friday 14th June. The Council was delighted with the standard of entries received and held a presentation to the winners before the Full Parish Council meeting held on the 9th July where Councillor Erica Williams presented a framed copy photograph and a voucher to the winners. Congratulations go to 1st prize to Liam Tata (not pictured), 2nd prize to Lisa Thevarajah (right) and 3rd prize to Alison Wride (left).

Local Guided Footpath Walks

On Sunday 30th June Clive led another glorious walk which was enjoyed by 28 people, enjoying the local scenery and beautiful weather. The next walk will be on Sunday 25th August, contact Clive on 0117 3295183 or 07434 869429 for more information.

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Summer Playscheme

Once again, Bitton Parish Council is organising a free playscheme during the school Summer holidays. All children between the ages of 5 and 11 are welcome to attend. It will be held on Mondays to Fridays 29 July – 2 August, 5 – 9 August and 12 – 16 August. Each session will run from 10am till 12 moon at

Cherry Gardens Primary School, Cherry Garden Lane, Bitton. If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact the clerk on 01454 868102.

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This spacious hall is now available to rent for birthday parties and regular events, please contact Caroline on 07902 043108 or find us on Facebook.

Oldland Friendship & Exercise Club

This sociable group meets every Wednesday morning from 10 am until 11.30 am for gentle exercise led by Spencer Davies who is a fully qualified trainer. The first session is free so why not join Spencer at the new Community Building at the rear of Redfield Edge School, High Street, Oldland Common, BS30 9TL or to find our more call 07825 155954.

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New Community and Youth Building.

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Children’s Creative Arts Competition 2019

There were lots of colourful and imaginative entries in this years arts competition, which is run through the local schools. Prizes and certificates are being handed out to the winners and a copy of this poster will be given to each school to display.

Buggy Walks

Join us on a FREE buggy walk on the first Monday of each month. Walks run from Bitton Station starting at 10am and last approximately 45 minutes. No need to book! Just turn up! Join us on Facebook by clicking the logo.

Mrs Kelly Fry

Clerk to Bitton Parish Council

48 Willis Road

Kingswood

Bristol

BS15 4SS

Tel: 01454 868102

Email:clerk.bittonpc@outlook.com

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Bitton Parish Council

Welcome to the Bitton Parish Council website. We hope that, through this, you can be in touch not only with the Council but with the many schools, organisations and businesses that make our Parish so vibrant and interesting. If you have any comments or useful information please contact the Clerk.

The Parish of Bitton comprises the communities of Bitton, Oldland Common, North Common, Upton Cheyney, Beach, Swineford and part of Willsbridge. The principal authority is South Gloucestershire Council. Located around the A431/A4175 the parish lies 7 miles from Bristol and 6 miles from Bath. It includes part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and gives immediate access onto the Cotswold Way.