Great Oldbury Parish Council

27/08/2026

GO Footpath Closure Notice

Please see Order, Notice and Order Plan in relation to temporarily closure of the above footpaths.

Should you have any further queries regarding this closure, please contact the Gloucestershire Highways helpline 08000 514 514.

27/08/2026

🌱To all parish residents - can we encourage you to start making compost at home?

🌍 More people making compost from their garden &/or food waste has many benefits including:
· reduced carbon emissions due to fewer journeys transporting waste to council tips and incinerators
· no need to buy commercially produced compost ie less plastic bags & less £££
· healthier and more drought resistant soil and plants in our gardens
· more carbon locked into soil
· no need for bonfires
· less pressure on Council resources
Composting helps people to feel they are doing something proactive to combat climate change by closing the ‘waste loop’ in their home.

♻️ Gloucestershire County Council want to support residents to start composting. They are offering:
· £15 off your first compost bin at: Composting | Gloucestershire Recycles

📝 Learn how to compost via this FREE Garden Organic online course at: https://gardenorganic.mylearningapp.com/enrol/index.php?id=44

Sign in as a guest using this password: GloucesterCompost. The course takes about 45-60 minutes

Get composting advice from a local Master Composter by emailing: [email protected].

For more info about the Master Composters see: Garden Organic | Gloucestershire Master Composters.

Want to invite one of the Glos Master Composters to deliver a composting workshop in your parish for your residents?

Then contact [email protected] to arrange a date.

24/08/2026

Are there any local community groups and residents on GO with project ideas? 💡

Why not attend one of Stroud District Council’s free Crowd Funding Workshops.

Have an idea that could make a difference in your community? 💡

Join a free Stroud Funding launch workshop this September and learn how to turn your project idea into a successful crowdfunding campaign.

You'll find out how the funding programme works, what support is available and how to give your application the best chance of success.

Stroud Funding has already helped community groups raise more than £588,000 for local projects across the district 🤩

📍 The Museum in the Park, 9 September, 6pm to 7.30pm
💻 Online, 10 September, 6pm to 7pm

Whether you're part of a community group, charity or local organisation, come along and discover how funding could help bring your idea to life 🌱🏘️✨

Register here: https://www.spacehive.com/programme/stroud/about

19/08/2026

Great Oldbury Parish Council would like to introduce and welcome our two new Councillors, Michaela McKechnie and Phil Brignull.

You can read their bios and find their contact information here;

Information about councillors, committees and staff, including the register of interests.

12/08/2026

Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust ‘Tile Whipping Campaign’ in association with Stroud District Council is encouraging residents to de-pave their patios and driveways to make space for wildlife and help reduce surface water flooding.

Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust

Stroud District Council are offering free collection of removed bricks and tiles as part of the initiative.

More information here ➡️

‘Tile whipping’ is more commonly known as de-paving. This is when hard surfaces, like tarmac or paving slabs, are removed and exchanged for natural surfaces that rainwater can drain into.

29/07/2026

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of Meningitis Now, and we invite you to join us for our flagship event, the Five Valleys Walk. This sponsored walk takes you through the stunning Cotswold countryside and offers something for everyone. 🥾🌳

Not only is it a fantastic day out for the whole family, but every step you take will help us in the fight against meningitis.

With routes and activities suitable for all ages and abilities, it truly is the perfect family day out! The 21-mile route is a challenging option, but you can choose a distance that suits you, ranging from 1.5 miles up to the full course. Once you've completed your walk, you can catch a bus back to any point along the route, thanks to our wonderful partners at Stagecoach.

We are also excited to introduce a brand-new addition to the day: the Five Valleys 5K! This shorter, accessible walk is separate from the main 21-mile route and will take you along the scenic canal path to the Stonehouse Court Hotel Canalside Lawn. There will be activities for kids along the way, and you will return to the Stroud Cricket Club to complete the event!

Secure your tickets today! 👉 https://www.fivevalleyswalk.com/

29/07/2026

Last call for lost property before it is removed next week - thank you.

29/07/2026

In response to recent reports and concerns of anti-social behaviour on the estate, Great Oldbury Parish Council has installed external CCTV cameras around the community centre.

The Neighbourhood Watch Scheme for Great Oldbury is coordinated by Pete Beadle, he is happy to be contacted on 07766053493 to join.

We are thrilled that as a member you are part of our Neighbourhood Watch community. With over 90,000 volunteers and over 2.3 millions household members - together we are stronger!We offer a wide variety of material to guide you through your journey with Neighbourhood Watch, whether you are an indivi...

19/07/2026

Fun for the Summer Holidays!