Uplyme Parish Council

02/09/2026

SW Water Essential Upgrades – Open Meeting Tuesday 15th September at 6.30pm.

South West Water is investing in major upgrades to the water network serving Uplyme and the surrounding area, as part of the East Devon Mains Replacement Project.

A number of residents were unable to attend the initial information session in July, so South West Water and their contractor, Clancy, will be holding a further open meeting at Uplyme Village Hall on Tuesday 15th September at 6.30pm.

Their project team will be available to explain the works, outline expected disruption, and answer any questions or concerns directly.

Why this work is needed

• The current water mains are ageing and prone to bursts and leaks
• Replacing them will significantly reduce future failures and emergency repairs
• The upgrades will support ongoing and future development in the area
• Customers will benefit from improved water quality and more reliable supply

Come along to find out more...

12/08/2026

Tuesday 25th August from 10am - Picnic in the Park and free community event day.....

29/07/2026

UPLYME PLAYGROUND – NOW RE‑OPENED

Thank you for your patience while our team carried out essential repairs to the play surface. The recent hot weather had played its part in causing some damage to the grass, and we needed a short closure to make the area safe again.

We’re pleased to say the playground is now fully open — enjoy it while the sun lasts.

27/07/2026

Uplyme Playground - Temporary closure due to safety grounds.

Apologies, The playground area is currently closed as a precaution while safety issues are being assessed.

Please bear with us, we hope to have it open again very soon.

21/07/2026

*New Parish Clerk* - Amanda Hill

I am really pleased to confirm that I have now started my new role with immediate effect, as Clerk/RFO to Uplyme Parish Council. So just starting to get up to speed!

Apologies for the short disruption in normal service.

All contact details remain the same:

Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07413 947067

I look forward to meeting some of you as I administer duties of behalf of Uplyme Parish Council.

05/06/2026

Please bear with us.

Uplyme Parish Council currently has a temporary gap in the Clerk role, which means responses to emails and enquiries may take a little longer than usual. We’re working to put interim arrangements in place and appreciate your patience and understanding while we do so.

28/05/2026

Join Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service's next online Community Conversation event on Friday 12 June at 12 noon about outdoor fire safety this summer. Full information and how to join is available on their website.

They'll be sharing the insight and ideas behind their upcoming campaign, which focuses on reducing preventable garden fires linked to BBQs, fire pits and outdoor burning.

This session is an opportunity for residents, community groups, local organisations and partners to come together to discuss summer fire risks, share experiences and behaviours commonly seen during warmer weather, and help shape how DSFRS communicate safety messages across Devon and Somerset.

Most summer fires don't start with danger - they start with distraction. Explore how we can encourage simple, realistic behaviour changes that help people stay safe while still enjoying summer outdoors.

DSFRS welcome your thoughts, feedback and ideas as part of the conversation. To find out more, visit the website below:

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26/05/2026

Message from East Devon DC's engagement team:

The updated plans for the proposed Cranbrook Leisure and Wellbeing Centre are now available to view Cranbrook Leisure updated designs, giving people another opportunity to see the changes and share their views before a planning application is submitted. Find out how feedback from the recent survey has helped shape the updated proposals. The deadline for comments is the 18 of June at 5pm.

Over the last 12 months, East Devon District Council has been working with project managers and designers to develop proposals for a new leisure and wellbeing centre in Cranbrook town centre. The original survey received 979 contributions and showed strong public support for the new centre, with most respondents saying they were likely to use it once open. The strongest demand was for a 25-metre swimming pool, gym and fitness suite, café and social spaces, and exercise studios.

People also said they wanted the building to feel bright, welcoming and easy to navigate.

Since the first survey, the design has been developed, giving people the chance to view the latest proposals and to see how feedback on features such as the 25-metre pool, sports hall provision and other design elements has been taken into account before a planning application is submitted.

28/04/2026

We’re so grateful to the 1st Lym Valley Scouts for building these brilliant bird boxes. The video captures a lovely moment: a devoted parent bird keeping watch over its young in their new, safe space. A perfect reminder of how small acts of care can make a big difference.

If you'd like to volunteer to help nature out at Stafford Mount, just drop us a message!

22/04/2026

🌿 Calling all green‑fingered residents! 🌿

Stafford Mount is one of our loveliest village greenspaces, and we’re putting together a small volunteer rota to help keep it tidy, cared for, and welcoming. If you enjoy being outdoors, don’t mind a bit of light gardening, and want to make a real difference to a space everyone enjoys, we’d love to have you on the team. Even an hour now and then helps this special spot thrive.

If you’d like to join the rota or find out more, just drop us a message. Let’s keep Stafford Mount blooming together. 🌱