The results are in! Jake Beavan of the Liberal Democrats has been elected for the ward that includes Avon Dassett. He joins Cllr Natalie Gist as the second representative for the village.
The full results are listed below. The turnout was 49.4%.
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A Rare Opportunity to Visit Radway Grange Garden
On Saturday 6 June, the garden at Radway Grange will be open to the public. This is a rare opportunity to visit this stunning private garden with parterre, stumpery, topiary lawn, lake and areas of woodland. Renowned 18th-century architect and landscape designer, Sanderson Miller, created a landscape park around the house and his influence can still be seen today in the picturesque layout and historic character of the grounds.
There will also be plants, handmade crafts and delicious homemade teas on sale, with all proceeds going to the Radway Church roof restoration fund.
To book tickets, please visit https://www.radwayevents.co.uk.
Candidates for the by-election in Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton
Candidates announced for the by-election in Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton and Napton ward which includes Avon Dassett: https://orlo.uk/wE3zU
The by-election will take place on Thursday 7 May 2026. Please make sure you are registered to vote by Monday 20 April 2026.
The by-election is for the seat currently held by Cllr Nigel Rock. Cllr Natalie Gist remains in post.
Crisis Resilience Fund – help for increased heating oil costs
The government has announced the Crisis Resilience Fund (CRF), which provides additional financial support for low income residents experiencing financial shock and struggling to meet essential costs.
Warwickshire has been identified as an area with a higher reliance on heating oil and will receive an additional allocation of CRF funding to support people who are facing difficulties with heating oil costs.
Initially, support will be provided through the Warwickshire Local Welfare Scheme, administered by Warwickshire County Council. Each application will be considered on an individual basis, taking account of the person’s circumstances.
For residents applying for help with heating oil costs, advisers will discuss when they usually purchase oil, how they purchase it, the typical price they would expect to pay, and why they are currently unable to meet the cost. We recognise that recent price increases have been sudden and this will be considered as part of the assessment. Residents are advised to contact the Local Welfare Scheme on 0800 4081448 or 01926 359182.
Banbury and North Oxfordshire Ramblers guided walk – Farnborough Circular
Don’t let the colder weather keep you indoors. We are out walking every week and have a range of stunning winter walks to choose from that will inspire you to embrace the season.
Why not come along and try out two or three taster walks, meeting up with others who have recently done the same, experienced the benefits of walking with a group of like minded people out in the countryside, and become a member of the Ramblers.
All our walks can be found at: www.ramblers-oxon.org.uk/bnowalks
BNO – Farnborough Circular, 9.5 miles, Moderate pace
Sunday, 5th April, 10.00am finish 3.00pm,
Start: Farnborough, car park by lake
Postcode: Location is 240 metres to the West of OX17 1DU
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Circular walk via canal to Fenny Compton, open fields to Northend and back over the Dassett Hills.
Bring refreshments for picnic lunch and coffee stops en route – possible pub stop around lunch time (drink only). Optional pub stop.
Assistance Dogs only
Planning application for Avon Hill Quarries
Avon Hill Quarries have submitted the following planning application:
Construction of 5 no. new build holiday lets and parking, formation of new vehicular access and associated access track with 2 no. passing bays, 5 no. visitor parking spaces, hard and soft landscaping and biodiversity enhancement and change of use of land as a fishery exclusively for use by occupiers of the holiday lets.
The planning portal, with full details of the application, may be accessed here.
You can comment on the application and are also encouraged to let Councillor Natalie Gist know your views.
This year’s annual parish meeting on 18 May will be on the subject of planning, and so you are encouraged to come along to hear more about the planning process locally.
New from Stratford District Council
Please see the latest Parish and Partners briefing from Stratford District Council. It is packed with useful information and sources of help from the District Council:
Compton Chronicle – April Edition
Hello everyone,
The April edition of the Compton Chronicle can now be found below.
Paper copies will be delivered in the coming days.
Please note that the next Chronicle will be the May edition and the closing date for submissions will be 12th April.
– The Chronicle Editorial Team
By-election for Stratford District Council, 7 May
The by-election for a the vacant councillor post for the Bishops Itchington, Fenny Compton & Napton ward will be held on 7 May 2026. The polling station will be the Reading Room in Avon Dassett.
Please note there are two councillors for this ward. The vacancy is to replace Cllr Nigel Rock. Cllr Natalie Gist remains in post.
Gardening Club Events for 2026-27 Published
The new calendar of events for Avon Dassett Gardening Club has been published. New members are welcome!
This year’s Open Gardens will be on 12 July.
