Theydon Mount Parish Council

04/05/2026

27/04/2026

Hope to see you there

Follow this link for a list of activities
https://e-voice.org.uk/theydonmountparishcouncil/a/52141294-60408352

19/01/2026

SOLAR FARM PLANNING MEETING

WEDNESDAY 21st JANUARY 7:00PM EPPING FOREST COUNCIL CHAMBERS

SHOW YOUR SUPPORT

Dear resident

The planning application for Thrift Solar Farm on land to the east of Tawney Common will be heard by the planning committee at EFDC in a meeting at the council offices this Wednesday starting at 7pm.

Theydon Mount Parish Council has made written representations on your behalf to the Council objecting to the application on several grounds but emphasising the visual impact that the development will have on the countryside which is in plain sight from our parish.

We also highlighted the fact that the application has been made without any provision for connection to the National Grid. Connection will almost certainly be to the sub station near Thornwood which will involve substantial disturbance of the highways in our parish and beyond.

Stapleford Tawney Residents Group and Stapleford Tawney Parish Council have prepared robust objections to the scheme and will be represented at the meeting. TMPC has submitted a request to be heard given the close proximity and impact of the site to our parish but despite repeated requests we have been refused the opportunity to speak by the Democratic Services division of EFDC.

Despite this, it is hoped that residents will show their support to our neighbouring parish and residents by attending the meeting.

Many thanks for your support

TMPC

08/01/2026

Tawney Common Thrift Solar Proposal Important Meeting

Dear resident/parishioner

I am passing on the following message from the Tawney Common Solar group

"You are cordially invited to a short meeting next Tuesday the 13th of January at 7pm at The Barn Woodhatch , Tawney Common . We apologise for the short notice but events have dictated we need to move quickly . At this meeting we will update you on where we stand , how we intend to speak at the Planning Meeting and what we are doing to try to convince EFDC councillors to refuse permission for this proposal . PLEASE ATTEND , we need everyone to pull together now ! I look forward to seeing you all !"

If you wish to object to the scheme in person there is still time to submit your concerns to EDFC by email to

[email protected]

This Application No. EPF 1216/25 must be included:

Thrift Solar Farm is the name of the Application

The Senders full name name and postal address must be included.

02/01/2026

IMPORTANT: Local Government Reorganisation

Guidance for Theydon Mount Residents
IMPORTANT: Government Consultation on Essex Local Government Reorganisation
Residents are encouraged to submit their own individual responses to the Government consultation. Individual submissions are counted separately from parish council responses.
You can see more about the proposals and respond online here:
https://consult.communities.gov.uk/local-government-reorganisation/essex-southend-on-sea-thurrock/

Deadline for responses: Midnight on Sunday 11 January 2026

This guidance is for residents of Theydon Mount considering responding to the Essex Local Government Reorganisation consultation.

You may wish to comment on how proposals could affect:
Rural and semi-rural communities
Local decision-making and accountability
The role and influence of Theydon Mount Parish Council
Local unique identity and local voices
Access to local services
Democratic accountability

Plain English is fine. Short responses are acceptable. Personal experience and local knowledge matter.

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