Welcome to the January 2026 edition of the Town Council’s newsletter!
Flag-flying at the Millennium Garden
This month, on 22nd February, we flew the Girl Guide and Scouts Flags to celebrate the 100th anniversary of World Thinking Day. World Thinking Day has been celebrated since 1926 and serves as a day of international friendship, reflection, and action for Girl Scouts and Girl Guides around the world. It is an opportunity to think about the global community and the issues that affect girls and young women.
Keep Chippy Beautiful – The Big Spring Clean Up!
Our next ‘Big Clean-up’ litter pick event will be held on Saturday 21st March from 10am-Midday. Meeting on the steps of Chipping Norton Town Hall.
If you would like to take part please sign up here:
Rusty Riders returns
Chipping Norton’s Rusty Riders Clinic is warming up again with the first session of the year on 14th March, 10 am–12 pm, hosted in collaboration with Sustainable Chipping Norton. The Rusty Riders Clinic offers a three-part workshop, combining essential elements to ensure a safe, enjoyable, and educational experience for participants:
- Bike safety checks
- Proficiency Assessment and Coaching
- Guided road guide
Meeting outside the Leisure Centre at 10 am, it’s perfect for beginners or those getting back in the saddle.
Job Vacancies
- Chipping Norton Town Council will soon be recruiting for a cleaner
- William Fowler Allotment Trust will soon be recruiting for an Allotment Administrator
Full details for both vacancies are TBD, but keep an eye on our vacancies page for more information: Job Vacancies – Chipping Norton Town Council.
Chipping Norton Music Festival begins on 6th March!
Chipping Norton Music Festival is back with a fortnight’s worth of varied entertainment from Friday 6th March to Sunday 22nd March. This year’s programme promises an enjoyable and diverse range of performances and classes and we are looking forward to welcoming all those involved to the Town Hall.
The music festival has been a special part of the town’s calendar for over a century, and it offers performers of all ages and abilities to showcase their passions. From classical solos to community choirs, and from school groups to seasoned performers, the festival captures the rich musical diversity of Chipping Norton and beyond.
The festival not only celebrates local talent, but also brings the community together, offering a chance to support young musicians, cheer on local groups, and soak up the creative atmosphere right here in the heart of the town.
For full details of performances, dates, and tickets, please visit the Chipping Norton Music Festival website or follow their social media channels for the latest updates.
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, or follow the Town Hall Facebook Page to see public events that have been listed:
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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