It’s that time of year again to start planning what you’ll be entering in this year’s Grow and Show at the Dassett Country Show! There’s categories for both adults and children and we can’t wait to see all of your entries this year!! 🤗

AVON DASSETT ANNUAL PARISH MEETING

Under the Local Government Act 1972 a parish shall assemble between 1st March and 1st June, every year.

The Annual Parish Meeting (APM) is a meeting for the residents in the parish and is NOT a Parish Council meeting.

A parish meeting may be convened by any of the following:

• the chairman of the parish council, or
• any two parish councillors for the parish, or
• any six local government electors for the parish

Historically, the Parish Council has led on this meeting supported by volunteers from the village.

The Parish Council would like to ask whether there are six local government electors who would like to convene the meeting or if there are any residents who would like to volunteer to support the meeting in conjunction with, or with the support of, the Parish Council.

The group will need to liaise with the Parish Clerk in setting the date of the meeting and agreeing the agenda.

The Parish Council would also be pleased to receive any suggestions for topics to be covered or groups that could be invited to speak.

The date of the meeting has not yet been agreed and will be subject to responses received.

Please express an interest in being involved in the APM to the Clerk to the Parish Council at clerk@avondassettparishcouncil.gov.uk

The deadline for responses is 31st March 2025.

Please see details below, particularly where residents can book in for a discounted health screening:

• Council tax booklet

Local dancer, Deb Watts, a member of the Remarkable Dance Company, features in this new show at The Mill Arts Centre in Banbury on 11 March.

Avon Hill Regeneration who bought the quarry in 2023 have issued a regeneration plan:

• Avon Hill Quarry 2025

They will be at the parish council meeting on 3 March 2025 to present their plans and take questions.

Please visit the parish council website for full information on the meeting.

We are pleased to invite you to join Southam Police for a Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) Walk on Tuesday 15th April 2025, starting at 18:00hrs.

Location: The Community Hub & Café, Galanos House, Banbury Road, Southam, Warwickshire, CV47 2BL. The walk will be approximately 2 miles, suitable for all, and will finish back at The Community Hub & Café.

This walk is an opportunity for the community to come together to raise awareness about the critical issue of violence against women and girls. It’s also a chance to discuss local concerns, discuss personal safety, share ideas, and show solidarity in creating a safer environment.

We encourage individuals of all ages and backgrounds to participate and support this important cause. Together, we can make a difference. 

If you have any questions or would like further details, please contact us at sntsoutham@warwickshire.police.uk

Avon Dassett Gardening Club have published their new calendar of exciting events for 2025-26. New members are always welcome.

For the full list of events please see: https://www.avondassett.com/clubs-groups/gardening-club/

Bring your doggy along to the Dassett Country Show from 12pm-4pm on 2nd August 2025 and join in our Fun dog Show starting at 1pm in the Dog Ring!

Classes as follows:
– Lovely Lady
– Handsome Gent
– Golden Oldie
– Best Puppy
– Best Trick
– Waggiest Tail
– Best Rescue / Specially-Abled
– Most Appealing Eyes
– Fancy Dress
– Best In Show

Rosettes for 1st to 3rd, with Prize Bags for all 1st places from Croft Pet Foods in Banbury.
£2 entry per dog per class.
With support from Guide Dogs Leamington Fundraising Team.

Free parking and entry to the Main Show.
Avon Dassett, Warwickshire, CV47 2AX
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We hope to see you all there!