Yaxley Parish Council

14/10/2026

🌟 Join the Movement! 🌟 Let's come together to create a cleaner, greener community! 💚 On Tuesday, October 27th, meet us at the Rec Pavilion at 10:30am for our half-term Community Litter Pick. Every single one of us can make a difference, regardless of age or ability. We'll provide the equipment, you bring the enthusiasm! After a job well done, return to the Pavilion for a refreshing break and maybe even a sweet surprise or two 😊

14/10/2026

🌳 JOB VACANCY – GROUNDS MAINTENANCE OPERATIVE 🌳
Yaxley Parish Council is looking for a Grounds Maintenance Operative to join our busy and friendly grounds team.
This is a full-time position offering a varied and rewarding role, helping to keep Yaxley’s parks, open spaces, sports facilities and other Parish Council land looking their best for residents and visitors.
🌿 The Role
Your duties will include:
• Preparing and maintaining sports pitches, including marking out, mowing, re-seeding and spiking;
• Grass cutting using ride-on and pedestrian mowers and strimmers;
• Litter picking and general maintenance of the Parish Council’s parks and open spaces;
• Emptying and disposing of rubbish from litter bins;
• Opening and closing Parish Council facilities; and
• Carrying out a range of other grounds maintenance duties as required.
👷 About You
We are looking for someone who:
• Enjoys working outdoors and takes pride in maintaining high standards;
• Is happy to work in all weather conditions;
• Can follow instructions and work effectively both as part of a team and independently;
• Is physically fit and able to undertake the practical requirements of the role;
• Understands the importance of working safely at all times; and
• Has a full clean driving licence.
Previous grounds maintenance experience would be an advantage, but full on-the-job training will be provided for the right candidate.
💷 Salary & Hours
Salary: £27,209 – £28,533 per annum, depending on age and experience.
Full-time position working 8.15am to 4.00pm (1st October to 31st March) and 8.00am to 4.45pm (1st April to 30th September)
📅 Closing date: 30 October 2026
If you would like an informal discussion about the role or would like to request an application form, please contact the Parish Council Office on 📞 01733 241958 or email [email protected]
If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your work and would like to play a part in keeping Yaxley looking its best, we would love to hear from you! 🌳🌿

14/10/2026

🔑 Keys Found

A set of keys have been found on the multi-use area at the Recreation Ground.

If you think they may be yours, please contact the office on 01733 241958 to arrange collection.

09/10/2026

🚦 TRAFFIC UPDATE – BROADWAY / LONDON ROAD

We wanted to provide residents with an update on the ongoing works to replace the traffic signals at the junction of Broadway and London Road.

The works are progressing, and we understand that the temporary traffic arrangements have caused some disruption and delays. The new traffic signals are due to be installed next week and are currently scheduled to be switched on from Monday 19 October. 🤞

Unfortunately, there is likely to be further traffic disruption in the coming weeks, with works planned on Peterborough Road at Stanground.

🚧 Peterborough Road – Stanground

The section of Peterborough Road between the bridge and the Fire Station will be closed for five days from Monday 26 October to allow resurfacing works to be carried out.

The closure will be in place each day between:

🕘 9.00am – 4.00pm

We appreciate that these works are likely to cause additional congestion, particularly for those travelling between Yaxley, Stanground and Peterborough.

Please allow extra time for your journeys, consider alternative routes where possible, and take extra care around the temporary traffic management.

We will continue to keep residents updated where we receive further information. Thank you for your patience while these essential works are carried out.

09/10/2026

We are extremely disappointed to report that the young oak tree we planted at Queens Park Hall on Tuesday has already been vandalised.

The tree was planted as a positive addition to the site and, we hope, something that the community can enjoy for many years to come. It is incredibly frustrating to see it damaged so soon after being planted.

We have CCTV at Queens Park Hall and will be checking the footage to see if we can establish what has happened.

We would ask anyone who may have seen anything or who has any information about the damage to please get in touch with Yaxley Parish Council.

We all have a part to play in looking after our village and its facilities. 🌳💚

08/10/2026

⚠️ Traffic disruption

Please be aware that an incident on the A1(M) is currently causing significant disruption, with the A1(M) closed in both directions between Brampton and Haddon.

The closure is impacting surrounding roads, so drivers are advised to avoid the area where possible and allow extra time for journeys.

08/10/2026

🌿 Free Pop-Up Nature Workshops 🌿

Join Product Abundance at the Owen Pooley Hall in Yaxley for a series of free pop-up nature workshops!

📅 17th October, 11am–1pm
📅 14th November, 11am–1pm
📅 12th December, 11am–1pm

Each workshop is a chance to explore, learn and get creative with nature in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

Places are free but limited, so book your spot now! 👇

Free pop-up nature workshops start at the Owen Pooley Hall in Yaxley on 17 October, 14 November & 12 December. Book your free spot now!

04/10/2026

What's on in Yaxley this week

The Annual Apple Day event will be taking place on Saturday 10th October from 11am until 3pm. Activities will be taking place in the Owen Pooley Hall as well as in Yaxley Community Orchard. Open to everyone come along and join in the fun. There will be entertainment in the form of a puppet show - Ugly Bugs Wingding with performances at 11:30and 2pm. No need to book, just turn up.

Camara Club will take place in Queens Park Hall on Thursday 8th October at 7pm. Free to attend this is a friendly group who share an interest in photography. Come along bring your camara and join in the fun.

01/10/2026

We have found a powerbank and charging cable wrapped up in a school tie on the Rec. If you think you think this is yours please contact the parish office.

27/09/2026

What’s on in Yaxley this week

There will be a meeting of the Community Facilities Committee on Tuesday at 7pm this will be followed by a meeting of the Planning Committee, expected start time of 8pm. Agendas for both meetings are on our website and all are welcome to attend.

The Youth Group will be in Queens Park on Thursday 1st October This is for those in school years 7-9, 4:30-6pm. A parent or guardian need to sign up the young person at their first session. Run by St Peter's Church this group is a fun place for young people to spend time together outside of school.