Bracknell Forest Council

14/09/2026

Five reasons to come to the Stronger Together Bracknell Forest Communities Festival.

1️⃣ discover local clubs and activities
2️⃣ meet charities and community organisations
3️⃣ explore volunteering opportunities
4️⃣ learn about support services available locally
5️⃣ enjoy fantastic live entertainment and free activities

Join us on Saturday, 26 September in Bond Square, 12 noon – 5pm.

See link in comments for more info.

14/09/2026

Are you living with, caring for or working with someone with dementia?

There is still time to share your views on dementia support in Bracknell Forest by completing the dementia survey and your answers will help us plan ongoing dementia support.

The survey closes on Friday, 18 September 2026

To complete the survey, see the link in comments.

14/09/2026

The conservation cattle are now grazing at Frost Folly following their recent stay at Lark's Hill. 🐄

When visiting, please remember:
✅ give the cattle space
✅ keep dogs on leads
✅ close gates behind you
❌ don't feed the cattle

You'll find information about Frost Folly, meadow management and grazing sites at the link in the first comment.

Thank you for supporting the management of our precious meadow habitats. 💚

14/09/2026

If you love writing and are looking for a challenge, Bracknell Forest Library and Information Service is running a short story writing competition for people aged 16 and over. Details in their post below 👇

Take part in our short story writing competition!

To celebrate our upcoming festival of reading in November 2026, we’re inviting adults and young adults to enter our short story writing competition!

The theme is “Moments that matter: a Bracknell Forest story”

Write a short story of up to 500 words, inspired by a moment that changed something, meant something, or simply stayed with you. Your story could be funny, mysterious, romantic, dramatic, magical, frightening – or anything in between! Take inspiration from the people, places and landscapes of Bracknell Forest, and let your imagination lead the way.

1st prize: £50 book voucher
Two runners-up: £25 book voucher each

It’s free to enter and the competition is open to Bracknell Forest residents aged 16 and over.

Closing date: Sunday 25 October 2026

More information in the comments below.

14/09/2026

Emergency road closure: A3095 Forest Road, Warfield.

Details below 👇

Emergency road closure.

A3095 Forest Road, Warfield is currently closed in both directions between A3095 Maidenhead Road and Abby Place today (Monday, 14 September).

The road closure is in place so that Thames Water can carry out emergency sewer cover replacement work.

14/09/2026

Today is Ganesh Chaturthi, a Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesh, the ‘elephant god’ known for wisdom, strength and removing obstacles.

The festival is celebrated with prayers, flowers, music and traditional sweets. Families and communities come together to celebrate and ask for Ganesh’s blessings to overcome challenges.

The celebrations traditionally last for up to 10 days, ending with Ganesh Visarjan on Friday, 25 September 2026.

Wishing a Happy Ganesh Chaturthi to all those celebrating!

13/09/2026

If you are considering a new role, why not check out some of our current vacancies.

Early help professional (EHP) (12 month fixed-term contract)- £39,279 to £43,839 per year

Early help professional (fixed term contract 12 months, part-time 22 hours per week) - £23,744 - £26,456 per year for 22 hours per week

Early Help Professional (6 month fixed-term contract) - £39,279 - £43,839 per year

See link in comments for more info.

12/09/2026

Calling all Year 6 parents 📢

The process to apply for a secondary school place for Year 7, September 2027 is now open!

You will have until 31 Ocotober 2026 to make your application.

Applications are not first come first served, so take your time, visit the schools, and ensure you read all the information provided.

Apply online via our website (link in comments)

Bracknell Forest resdients only.

11/09/2026

If you are curious about what happens to your recycling after it’s collected from your doorstep, then book a spot on one of re3 Recycling's MRF tours! ♻️

See their post below for the link to book on a tour on 21 or 24 September. There are just 15 spaces available on each tour. Each booking allows you to reserve one spot, so make sure to book early to avoid missing out! 👇

♻️ Curious about where your recycling goes? Ever wondered what happens to your recycling after it’s collected from your doorstep? 👀

We’re excited to announce the our FREE annual public visits to the MRF during Recycle Week! Come behind the scenes and see how thousands of tonnes of plastic, paper, metal and cardboard are sorted and prepared for recycling.

If you’re a resident of Bracknell Forest, Reading or Wokingham Borough, this is your chance to see first-hand please book your tour on:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/recycle-week-2026-see-the-material-recycling-facility-in-action-tickets-2000154110788

🎟️ FREE, fully guided tours are available on:

📅 Monday 21 September
🕙 10am–12pm
🌙 6.30pm–8.30pm

📅 Thursday 24 September
🕙 10am–12pm

There are just 15 spaces available on each tour. Each booking allows you to reserve one spot, so make sure to book early to avoid missing out!

⚠️ Can’t get a place on a tour? Don’t worry! We’ll also be hosting a FREE online webinar on Friday 25 September, giving you the opportunity to learn more about what happens to your recycling using our virtual tour!
💻 Registration link for the webinar coming shortly!

Please note: visits are for residents aged 18+ only.
LINK: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/recycle-week-2026-see-the-material-recycling-facility-in-action-tickets-2000154110788

Bracknell Forest Council Reading Council Wokingham Borough

11/09/2026

No matter your age, interests or background, there's a place for you in Bracknell Forest's community.

Come along to the Stronger Together Bracknell Forest Communities Festival on Saturday, 26 September from 12 noon to 5pm to find fun activities including:
• community art projects
• strength challenge leader boards
• face painting
• Dungeons and Dragons open game
• tabletop games

Explore the community marketplace, with stalls offering interactive, family-fun!

Check out the stall holders attending in the comments below.