Welcome to the July 2026 edition of the Town Council’s newsletter!
Flag Flying at the Millennium Gardens
This month we flew the Refugee Nation Flag to mark World Refugee Day (20th June). We were joined by members of Chipping Norton Amnesty Group and the Charlbury Refugee Action Group, who shared thoughtful reflections alongside the Mayor, Sandra Coleman.
World Refugee Day honours the strength and courage of refugees and encourages public awareness and support.
We also flew the Armed Forces Armed Forces Flag with members of the Royal British Legion to celebrate Reserves Day and Armed Forces Day.
Reserves Day is an opportunity to recognise and celebrate the extraordinary contribution made by Royal Navy and Royal Marines Reservists. Balancing military commitments alongside civilian careers, family life and personal responsibilities requires exceptional dedication, professionalism and resilience.
Armed Forces Day is a chance to show your support for the men and women who make up the Armed Forces community: from currently serving personnel to Service families, veterans and cadets.
Grants to Voluntary Bodies
Applications for Grants to Voluntary Bodies are still open!
This is a great opportunity for local charitable and community organisations who are working for the benefit of the people of Chipping Norton.
Please apply for funding if your project can demonstrate:
– Improved physical, mental, emotional health, and environmental or economic outcomes
– And direct positive impact for Chipping Norton residents
DEADLINE 6th July
For more information please follow this link: Grants to Voluntary Bodies – Chipping Norton Town Council
Community Awards 2026
Nominations for the Chipping Norton Community Awards 2026 are still open!
Do you know a local person who goes above and beyond for their community? Nominations for the Chipping Norton Community Awards are still open!
The Chipping Norton Community Awards 2026 will be held on 26th September 2026. The initiative aims to recognise and celebrate the individuals and organisations which make our town special.
The Community Awards will feature the following categories to recognise diverse forms of community contribution:
Mayor’s Civic Award: Recognises an individual’s outstanding service and contributions to the community
Young Person of the Year: Honours a young individual under the age of 21 for exceptional achievements or contributions to society.
The Beacham Award for Sporting Achievement: Celebrates significant accomplishments and excellence in sports.
Organisation/Group of the Year: Acknowledges an organisation or group’s remarkable impact and dedication to community service.
You can nominate people, and find more information, via the following link: Chipping Norton Community Awards 2026 – Chipping Norton
The Big Summer Clean-Up was a Big Success!
☀️ A great bunch of both loyal volunteers and keen first-timers gathered on the Town Hall steps on a sunny Saturday morning for our latest litter-pick. Participants cleared streets all around the town which came at a perfect time as the Town Festival was happening the next day.
Each Keep Chippy Beautiful event brings such a positive atmosphere and community spirit to the town and we can’t wait to do more.
We also have our Summer Spruce-Up event coming up on Tuesday 7th July! You can find details here: Summer Spruce-Ups – Chipping Norton Town Council
Celebrating Councillor Jo Graves
Cllr Jo Graves was shortlisted for OALC’s Long Service Award. She attended the Talking Tables and AGM event on the 25th June. Though she did not receive the award in the end, we are immensely grateful for her service and her being shortlisted is a testament to her dedication and passion over the years. Jo began her time on the Town Council in 1995 and was awarded the British Empire Medal in 2015 for her services to the community.
Thank you Jo!
A Notice on Potholes
People Planet Pint – Film Screening at Glyme Hall
People Planet Pint are hosting a film screening at Glyme Hall on Tuesday 14th July.
People’s Emergency Briefing
Glyme Hall
14th July
18:30 – 20:45
A film screening on the climate and nature crisis, with a discussion and refreshments.
See poster for more details.
What’s on in the Town Venues
You can see What’s On using the Online Calendars for Glyme Hall and Town Hall below – catch up on what’s happening and the groups you could be joining in and having fun with . Check them out below:
Check out the activities from kid’s dance sessions and exercise for our more mature friends to support groups and more, all happening in Glyme Hall.
Choirs, singing groups, fairs, events, religious groups and so much more – it’s all happening in Town hall – as well as your Banking Hub for Town with Barclays and T.S.B. – take a look to see what you could be joining in with or getting support from.
For more details on any of the above, contact the event organisers directly, and if you need to connect with them, please do email Heidi at events@chippingnorton-tc.gov.uk.
FixMyStreet: Spot It, Report It, Fix It
FixMyStreet.com is a free website that helps you report street problems—like potholes, broken lights, or dog fouling—straight to your local council. No need to know who’s responsible: just drop a pin on the map, describe the issue, and FixMyStreet sends your report to the right place.
Launched in 2007 by UK charity mySociety, it covers the whole country. You can even upload a photo and track what’s been fixed in your area.
Next time you see a problem, report it on 👇
You can contact staff and Councillors here:
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