Compton & Shawford Parish Council

04/09/2026

https://comptonshawford-pc.gov.uk/your-parish-council-you-can-help-shape-local-decisions/

29/07/2026

The Wi******er Digital Boost for Business Programme is offering 10 free places for micro and small businesses across the Wi******er district to improve their digital capability and make better use of technology.

Each participating business will receive:
- A comprehensive digital assessment
- A personalised Digital Action Plan
- Four hours of one-to-one mentoring and implementation support

The programme is designed to help businesses improve areas such as their website, online presence, digital systems, cyber security, data, and explore how AI and automation could save time and increase productivity.

More information and the registration form can be found here:
https://incuhive.co.uk/acceleration-investment/winch-cc-digital-boost-for-business

https://comptonshawford-pc.gov.uk/winchester-digital-boost-for-business-programme/

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21/07/2026

Children and young people who receive benefits-related free school meals can book up to 16 days of schemes and enjoy a wide range of activities, make new friends, learn new skills, and receive healthy meals for free during the upcoming summer holidays: https://eequ.org/collections/iframe/hampshirehaf

More information about the HAF programme is available on the connect4communities website: https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/childrenandfamilies/connectforcommunities/holidayactivities/haf-faqs

03/07/2026

An update about the M3 junction 9 improvements, including planned closures for this weekend, can be found on our website:

M3 junction 9 improvements update 3rd July 2026 Planned overnight closures:   Friday 3, Saturday 4, and Sunday 5 July The M3 northbound will be closed between junctions 9 and 8 (8pm to 6am) – M3 underpass sheet piling works Switch off satnav and follow signed diversion: M3 junction 9 to 8 northbo...

23/06/2026

South Western Railway (SWR) will run an amended timetable today, Wednesday, and Thursday due to the heatwave.

More information is available on our website:

South Western Railway – amended timetable this week 23rd June 2026 South Western Railway (SWR) will run an amended timetable today, Wednesday and Thursday due to the heatwave. In line with national travel advice, customers are advised to check before travelling today and only travel if essential o...

11/06/2026

Save the date!

Our fifth annual fete alongside the Compton 10K returns on Sunday 14th June.

There’ll be live music from local band Hot Rabbit, a bbq, licensed bar, refreshments, bouncy castles, stalls, games, entertainment and more!

Thank you to Shawford Springs Care Home - Barchester Healthcare, Charters and all supporters of the 10k run too.

All proceeds go to Compton All Saints' Primary School.

02/06/2026

Wi******er City Council has recently opened new small grant schemes for community and voluntary organisations across the district – click the links below to find out more about each scheme!

- District Small Grants Scheme: Grants of up to £700 available for community groups and charities
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/grants-for-not-for-profit-organisations/small-grant-scheme

- Greener Faster Small Grants Scheme: Grants of up to £1,000 available to support organisations that contribute to Greener Faster priorities.
https://www.winchester.gov.uk/grants-for-not-for-profit-organisations/go-greener-faster-grant
Please note that applications for this scheme are due on 29th June.

If you’re part of, or know of, a community group that could make use of a one-off grant to support community activities or sustainability initiatives, be sure to check out these funding opportunities!

Please get in touch if you need further information at [email protected]

https://comptonshawford-pc.gov.uk/small-grant-schemes-for-community-and-voluntary-organisations/

23/04/2026

Not long to go until our Spring Photography Competition closes!

Send in your photos by 4th May - we’d love to see the village from your perspective!
All ages and skill levels are welcome.

You can submit your entries via Facebook Messenger or by email to: [email protected]

Winners will be announced at the Annual Village Meeting, but you don’t need to attend to take part.

21/04/2026

Come along to Compton and Shawford’s Annual Village Meeting on Thursday 14th May, 7:30pm at Shawford Parish Hall

For more information, please see the poster below or visit our website:
https://comptonshawford-pc.gov.uk/annual-village-meeting-14th-may-2026/