Ash Parish Council

04/06/2026

📢 Ash Parish Council Newsletter – “Ash Matters” 2026 (Issue One) is here!

We’re delighted to share the latest edition of Ash Matters, now available to read on our website.

Inside, you’ll find the latest updates, news, and important information from Ash Parish Council, along with highlights from across our local community.

Take a look online today via our website!

https://www.ashpcsurrey.gov.uk/ash-parish-council-newsletter-ash-matters-2026-issue-one-is-here/

Printed copies will also be delivered to homes soon, so please keep an eye out for yours.

We hope you enjoy catching up on everything happening in Ash!

Ash Parish Council Newsletter – “Ash Matters” 2026 (Issue One) is here!

03/06/2026

🍽️ New free meal‑planning tool launches today

From today, FiveDinners is available free to residents and people working in Guildford and Waverley.

FiveDinners creates personalised meal plans to help you:
✓ save money
✓ reduce food waste
✓ eat more healthily

It’s simple to use and tailored to your household.
👉 Get started today: https://fivedinners.com/mycommunity

02/06/2026

Road Closure Shawfield Road, Ash, GU12 6PE

Road Closure & Traffic Lights -Shawfield Road junction with Alexandra Road and Underwood Avenue, Ash for essential gas works

From Monday 08 June for a duration of approximately two weeks, SGN specialist contractors I&G Contractors Limited will be working on two sections of gas main located on Shawfield Road, Ash. These works are essential to ensure we can continue to maintain a safe and efficient gas supply to the area.

Due to the location of the gas pipes in the road and for everyone’s safety we will need to have road closures and traffic lights in place as follows:

Section one:

Working on Shawfield Road at the junction with Alexandra Road, the road will be in place

Section two:

Working across the junction Underwood Avenue with temporary traffic lights in operation

These closures will mean:

No through vehicle access past the closures in either direction – diversion routes will be in place

Vehicle access to properties located within the closure will be maintained, our site team will keep residents informed of access arrangements

Pedestrian and Cycle access through the closure will be maintained
Vehicles access to Underwood Avenue will be maintained

Buses will be affected – we’d advise passengers to contact their service provider for the latest update/changes to service

Bin collection days will remain unchanged unless you hear otherwise from your service provider

Bus routes will be affected – please contact your service provider for the latest updates/changes.

We understand how disruptive road closure are for the community, please be assured; we will be doing everything we can to complete these works as quickly and as safely as possible.

If you need to speak to us about these works, you can contact our Customer Service Team by email [email protected] or alternatively you can call them on 0800 912 1700, they will direct your enquiry to one of the team for response.

We’re sorry for the inconvenience these works will cause and thank you for your patience and understanding

SGN Major Works Team

29/05/2026

Statement from Cllr John Tonks (Chair of Events)

We are delighted with the response to this year’s village fete, with 74 stalls already booked. The event will feature a fantastic variety, including arts and crafts, games, pets, community groups, food, ice cream, and confectionery, as well as small funfair attractions.

We are also pleased to confirm the presence of our APC-licensed bar.

We currently have just 10 outdoor stall spaces remaining, so we encourage anyone interested to get in touch as soon as possible.

Email: [email protected]

All profits raised by Ash Parish Council will be donated to our chosen charity for 2026, the Ashes Good Neighbours Scheme.

https://www.ashpcsurrey.gov.uk/events/ash-village-fete/

27/05/2026

Notice

The Surrey County Council

Proposed 20MPH Speed Limit in Various Roads in Ash, Guildford

Dear All
Surrey County Council propose to make “The Surrey County Council Various Roads in Ash, Guildford (20 mph Speed Limit) Order 202-”, under Section 84 of Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 (as amended) and of all other enabling powers, the effect of which will be to impose a maximum speed limit of 20 miles per hour on the entire length of the roads in Guildford specified in the Schedule to this Notice.

The speed limit proposed by this Order shall not apply to vehicles used by special forces in accordance with the Road Traffic Exemptions (Special Forces) (Variation and Amendment) Regulations 2011.

A copy of this Notice together with a plan showing the lengths of road to which this Order relates and a Statement of the Council’s reasons for proposing to make the Order may be viewed online at:

www.surreycc.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/policies-plans-consultations/roads-and-transport-consultations

These documents and a copy of the proposed Order may also be viewed at:

- 1. Ash Library, Ash Street, Ash, Surrey GU12 6LF.
-2. Guildford Library, 77 North Street, Guildford, Surrey GU1 4AL.
-3. Reception, Surrey County Council, Hazel House, Merrow Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 7BQ.

If you wish to object to, or make representations about, the proposed Order you must send them in writing, stating the grounds on which they are made,
a) using the online form via the webpage quoted above;
or
b) to the Traffic Regulation Orders Team, Hazel House, Merrow Lane, Guildford, Surrey, GU4 7BQ, by 15 June 2026.

Schedule – Roads in Ash, Guildford
D79 York Road D616 Manfield Road
D79 Salisbury Road D616 Longfield Road
D79 Murrell Road D616 Longacre
D79 Grange Farm Road D616 Ewins Close
D79 Exeter Road D616 Deedman Close
D79 Chichester Road D616 Church View
D79 Canterbury Road D616 Ashdene Road
D78 Wi******er Road D616 Ashdene Crescent

Details of proposals and consultations for new highway schemes and policies that are out for public consideration.

26/05/2026

☀️ Beat the Heat This Summer ☀️

Stay safe during hot weather with these simple tips:

💧 Drink plenty of water
🚿 Take cool showers or baths
🧢 Wear loose, light-coloured clothing
🪟 Keep curtains closed during the day
🌳 Stay in the shade between 11am–3pm
🧴 Use sunscreen regularly
💊 Store medicines in a cool place
🐌 Slow down and avoid overexertion

Take care of yourself and check in on older family members, friends, and neighbours during heatwaves. ❤️

22/05/2026

Council Update: New Chair and Vice-Chair Appointed

Following the Annual Meeting on 18 May, the Council is pleased to announce Councillor Michael Moriarty as the new Chair and Councillor John Tonks as Vice-Chair.

Cllr Moriarty succeeds Councillor Fiona White, and we thank her for three years of dedicated service. We also extend our thanks to Councillor Carla Morson, who steps down as Vice-Chair, for her valuable contribution.

The Council looks forward to working together under the new leadership to support our community and deliver for residents across the Parish.

Words from the New Chair of the Council
Speaking after his appointment, Councillor Moriarty said:

“It is truly an honour to have been selected for this role by my fellow councillors to take on this role, and I also wish to give thanks to Councillor Fiona White, who has stood down from the role, for her contribution and leadership of the council over the past three years.

Our biggest responsibility for us in a post-Local Government Reorganisation world will be to establish a sense of place and community for the Parish. Through the events we hold, our open spaces and allotments we operate, the charities we support, the Ash Centre, the Ash in Bloom competition, we must continue to back these and seek to grow them as well, as well as to further engage with our community groups, sports organisations and residents young and old and figure out exactly what they want out of where they live.”

Words from the New Vice-Chair of the Council
Councillor John Tonks also said:

“I’m really looking forward to supporting our new Chair and working together as a council to do the best we can for our community.”

Pictured - From left to right: Cllr Michael Moriarty (Chair), Cllr John Tonks (Vice-Chair).

20/05/2026

🌸 Ash in Bloom 2026 is now open! 🌸

It’s that time of year again—get ready to show off your gardening skills! 🌼🌿
Ash in Bloom 2026 is FREE to enter and open to all residents.

You can submit photos in one of our four categories:

🌷 Best Border
🌼 Best Hanging Basket
🪴 Best Tub or Container
🥕 Best Vegetable Patch

Once entries are in, photos will be shared online and residents can vote for their favourites. The entry with the most votes in each category wins! 🏆

🎁 Prizes: Gardening vouchers kindly sponsored by Bridges & Squires Garden Centre.

Whether you’re a keen gardener or just have a few pots or a single hanging basket, why not get involved?

📅 Entries open: Late May/EarlyJune 2026 (Get them in NOW)
📅 Deadline: 31st August 2026
📸 Photos must be taken this year
You can enter yourself, your business, or even nominate a neighbour or friend!

📧 To enter, email: [email protected]

Include:

Competition category
Your full name
Email address
Postal address (including postcode)

If you need help taking photos, please contact the Ash Parish Council Office.

👉 Get involved and help Ash bloom beautifully this year! 🌸

Good luck! 🍀

15/05/2026

Don’t forget, Chief Constable Tim De Meyer, Police and Crime Commissioner Lisa Townsend, and your Borough Commander Blaine Rafferty will be at Ash Manor School in just one week!

They’ll be sharing our plans and priorities for your area and answering questions.

More information and details on how to register can be found in the comments below. ⬇️

14/05/2026

Our Roadside Rangers were out and about in Ash yesterday, making the kind of small improvements that make a big difference for local residents. 💚

From tidying verges to clearing paths and improving visibility, these everyday actions help keep our communities tidy, accessible and looking their best.

Please report any highways issues online - https://orlo.uk/65tNj ℹ️