Goring-on-Thames Parish Council

25/05/2026

We have recently become aware of groups of young people climbing onto the roofs of the Arcade. This behaviour is extremely dangerous and we ask that it stops immediately.
The roofs are not designed for climbing and there is a serious risk of injury from falling onto the concrete below or through into the shops underneath. While many young people who use the Arcade as a place to meet have generally been polite and respectful, climbing onto the roofs is completely unacceptable.
We would ask parents and guardians to please speak with their children about the very real dangers involved. In addition to the safety risks, accessing the roofs is also considered trespassing and incidents may be reported to the police.
As a Parish Council, we are committed to supporting young people in the village and are continuing to work towards creating safe and appropriate spaces for teenagers to spend time socially.
Thank you for your support and understanding.

21/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who gave time to help w**d and keep our village looking good. Thanks to Clare, Ilka & the team for adding some fun elements (name the w**d ripper) and organising the wonderful picnic food - a huge thanks to Masooms for the delicious curry 🙏. The effort to keep the village looking clean and tidy continues with councillors giving time to clean & paint the village entrance gate & signs. What a difference it all makes.

19/05/2026

Your chance to give your views on local waste collection

Quick question… how are we doing with your bins and recycling?
Take a few minutes to let us know -
https://orlo.uk/wastesurvey_MFA8S

05/05/2026

Weeding can be fun! Come and help keep our village looking tidy and help avoid the use of chemicals. A fabulous picnic is lined up as reward for the hard work. Thanks to the Goring Villagers Against Glyphosate team for helping create a lovey community event

23/04/2026

The Parish Council is delighted to announce that the new playground on the Gardiner Field will be officially opened on Saturday 25th April at 9.45am. Goodie bags for children and lots of fun in store. Come and join us on Saturday morning.

22/04/2026

It is so disappointing to see the damage to the lovely new Bourdillon playground. The accessible swing has been broken with some force. Could we ask that parents supervise children using the playground at all times. If your child was responsible for the damage, please get in touch with the council. Working together, hopefully we can avoid a repetition of such behaviour.

18/04/2026

Please join us in welcoming our newest Councillor, Anna Povey 👋
Anna was co-opted to the Parish Council this week, filling the vacancy created by Cllr Nick Mallen’s move to Deputy Clerk.
As a parent of two young children, Anna brings a valuable perspective on family and community life, along with a strong interest in the long-term future of Goring. She represents a demographic currently under-represented on the council and is passionate about ensuring the voices of parents, working families and women are heard.
Anna is a great listener and keen to engage with residents. As she puts it: “If you want change, you have to be part of it.”
We’re delighted to have her on board and look forward to the contribution she’ll make. A full profile will be available soon on our website.

14/04/2026

Advance warning of road closure for drainage improvement works

09/04/2026

Updated Notice posted 14th April 11.05am
Our IT is back up so we appreciate your patience while we iron out any glitches.

Please note the Full Council meeting was postponed from Monday to Thursday 16th April 6.30pm at The Old School, Station Road.

There is also a Sheepcot Committee meeting at the Council Office on Station Road on Wednesday 16th April at 6pm

Agendas for both are on the website and can also be found on the Council notice boards in the Arcade, Elevendon Road, outside Westholme Stores and the Station. The Parish office will be open extra hours this week- Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday mornings 9.30-11.30am if anyone wishes a hard copy or to see any appendices, alternatively WhatsApp the Clerk 07928857549 and we will reply with the required appendix.

Our email should be working but if you do not receive a reply in a timely fashion then please contact the Council by ringing/texting/Whatsapp the Clerk on 07928857549