Upton is a small village of approximately 170 houses within the Vale of the White Horse in Oxfordshire. The village lies on a spring line on the edge of the North Wessex Downs, designated in 1972 as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,
About Upton
Latest News
Upton’s Village Drop-In
The next Drop-In is planned for Friday 26th April back at the Village hall. If you have any questions or would like to help out with any of the meets, please feel free to email Nicola Hall - events@uptonvillagehall.co.u
Help with Essential Living Costs
Are you on a low income and struggling to pay for food, energy or necessary household items? We are a local charity able to support people living in Blewbury, the Astons and Upton by providing one off payments to help you, or someone you know in need. To apply there is a short application form to complete which can
Blewbury Post Office News
Spring has sprung in the post office and we are now getting a regular delivery of fresh kitty’s eggs. You can also buy our lovely local honey. We have a variety of sweet treats and Easter chocolate for sale so do come and have a look. From the 28th of March to the 14th of April we will be hosting the BLEWBURY
Upton Village Fête
The Parochial Church Council and Upton Parish Council are still looking for volunteers to help plan, organise and help run this year’s Upton Village Fete. We are looking for new ideas as well as all the classics and as much support as anyone is willing to give. Please contact us at bens@uptonpc.co.uk to register
Blewbury Post Office News
Spring has sprung in the post office and we are now getting a regular delivery of fresh kitty’s eggs. You can also buy our lovely local honey. We also have a variety of sweet treats and chocolate for sale so do come and have a look. From now on our opening hours have slightly changed and we will be closed on a
Upton’s Village Drop-in
The next Drop-In planned for the 29th March / Good Friday, will now be hosted at Upton’s St Mary’s Church for a special family friendly Easter event. Refreshments and activities will be available from 10.00 am using the fantastic new facilities. Further details will be announced soon. Please save the date in your
St. Mary’s Church new facilities – Opening Ceremony
On 24th February, the BlewSing singers combined with some Upton readers for a celebration to mark the completion of the new WC and kitchen facilities in St. Mary’s church. The singers, under the direction of Mark Stanley, were on top form and their six very varied songs were much enjoyed by the sizeable audience.
More News
Parish Council News
Upton Parish Council Minutes of the Meeting held on 28th February 2024
Minutes of the meeting of the Parish Council held in the main hall at Upton village hall on Wednesday 28th February 2024 at 8pm. In attendance:- Chairman Ben Shaw (BS) Vice Chairman Neil Thorp (NT) Councillors David Beckles (DB), Brendon
MEETING OF UPTON PARISH COUNCIL WEDNESDAY 28TH FEBRUARY 8.00PM
22nd February 2024 To: All Members of the Council You are hereby summoned to attend a meeting of the Parish Council to be held in the main hall at Upton village hall on Wednesday 28th February 2024 at 8.00pm. Members of the public and press are welcome to attend. Please inform the Clerk at least 24 hours prior
NOTICE OF CASUAL VACANCY
Upton Parish Council NOTICE OF CASUAL VACANCY Public notice is hereby given that due to the resignation of:- Councillor Graham de Wilde A vacancy exists in the office of Parish Councillor for Upton Parish Council
Job Vacancy — Parish Clerk
Upton Parish Council are recruiting for a Clerk or Clerk in training. The role is part time that can fit around your schedule other than the monthly meetings that are set a year in advance. The role is complex and challenging with no two days the same and training for the role as well as CPD are also included. If
Upton Parish Council Minutes of the Meeting held on 17th January 2024
UPTON PARISH COUNCIL Minutes of the meeting of the Parish Council held in the meeting room at Upton Village Hall on Wednesday 17th January 2024 at 8pm. In attendance:- Chairman Ben Shaw (BS) Vice Chairman Neil Thorp
Minutes of the extraordinary meeting of Upton Parish Council held on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at 7.30pm in the meeting room at Upton village hall.
UPTON PARISH COUNCIL Minutes of the extraordinary meeting of Upton Parish Council held in the meeting room at Upton village hall on Wednesday 29th November 2023 at 7pm. In attendance:- Chairman Ben Shaw (BS) Vice Chairman Neil Thorp
Upton Parish Council Minutes of the Meeting held on 22nd November 2023
UPTON PARISH COUNCIL Minutes of the meeting of the Parish Council held in the main hall at Upton village hall on Wednesday 22nd November 2023 at 8pm. In attendance:- Chairman Ben Shaw (BS) Vice Chairman Neil Thorp
More Parish Council News
- Minutes of the Parish Council’s Finance Committee meeting held on Wednesday 25th October 2023
- Upton Parish Council’s Minutes of Personnel Committee Meeting held on 25th October 2023
- Upton Parish Council Minutes of the Meeting held on 6th September 2023
- Temporary Road Closure at – Upton, Rose Cottage, High Street, OX11 9JE
- Meeting Dates