Witney Town Council

07/09/2026

🎒 Back to school and changing weather mean the kids are full of energy — so if they still need something fun to do, bring them along for a FREE family adventure at Tower Hill Cemetery! 🔎🌳

Suitable for everyone, with a FREE discovery booklet for younger visitors, packed with things to spot, explore and do. There’s plenty for adults too — uncover the stories behind the names and memorials and explore the rarely seen cemetery chapel, with its historic burial records and original documents.

☕ FREE refreshments for everyone!

No tickets are required and you can just drop in, but booking your FREE place helps us make sure we have enough refreshments and discovery booklets for everyone.

📍 Tower Hill Cemetery Chapel, Witney
📅 Friday 11 September, 3pm–8pm
📅 Saturday 12 September, 9am–1pm

📱 Scan the QR code to book your FREE places and come and discover the very cool history of Tower Hill Cemetery for yourselves!

04/09/2026

⚽🌱 Ready for the New Football Season! 🌱⚽
The Town Council have been working hard on our football pitches across Witney in preparation for the new season!
Following a challenging period of hot and dry weather, our pitches are now turning green again as the grass responds to the recent conditions and the hard work of our teams.
Our direct workforce has been working behind the scenes to prepare the pitches for the season ahead, carrying out essential maintenance and preparation to ensure they are in the best possible condition for players of all ages.
A huge thank you to our grounds maintenance teams for their hard work, skill and commitment in getting the pitches ready.
From everyone at Witney Town Council, we wish all of our local football clubs, players, coaches, volunteers and supporters the very best for the 2026/27 season.
Good luck, play well and enjoy the season!

03/09/2026

A wonderful opportunity to learn in depth about Witney's history and make some new friends 📖🌟

03/09/2026

Merchant Navy Day Flag Raising

This morning, Deputy Mayor Cllr Sandra Simpson was joined by Cllr Rachel Crouch and Steve Reynolds, a former member of the Fleet Air Arm, to raise the Red Ensign in recognition of Merchant Navy Day.

Merchant Navy Day is commemorated each year on 3 September to honour the loss of the SS Athenia, the first British merchant ship to be sunk at the beginning of the Second World War. Travelling from Liverpool to Canada, the passenger ship was torpedoed west of Ireland, carrying 1103 passengers and 315 crew. She later sank, resulting in the loss of 112 lives, 93 passengers and 19 crew.

Since Merchant Navy Day was established in 2000, the occasion also provides an opportunity to recognise the work of seafarers today. The Merchant Navy transports around 95% of the UK's trade, often in challenging and dangerous conditions. Through the flag raising, we remember those who lost their lives at sea and pay tribute to the service of Merchant Navy personnel, past and present.

03/09/2026

Electricity pole works at Eton Close playing field

SSEN are planning to replace an electricity pole at Eton Close playing field on Monday 7 September.

The field will be closed for around three hours while the work takes place. They will be speaking to local residents to explain what is happening.

Two vehicles, a JCB and Merlo crane, will need to access the field. Other vehicles may park at the entrance.

02/09/2026

Free Electric Blanket testing ahead of the colder months is available here in Witney on 8th October. More details in the link below.

Get a free safety check for your electric blanket, heated throw or heating pad this autumn. We know the cooler weather might be the last thing on your mind, but spaces book up quickly!

Your local testing dates and locations:
📍 Chipping Norton - 24th September
📍 Witney - 8th October

Find more locations at https://service.oxfordshire.gov.uk/blankettesting and pre-book your spot online (limited collections from home are available too), plus enjoy free refreshments and information about staying safe and well at home.

02/09/2026

Some great events taking place at the Corn Exchange this month 🎥🎭

🍁Autumn was certainly in the air this morning! 🍁Here is what September has in store at The Corn Exchange!
🎺🎬❔☝👠🌳👛

01/09/2026

Please note that there will be no Councillors at the Café taking place this weekend.

However, if you have any queries or questions for your local councillors, you can find the councillor for your ward and their details on our website:

Witney Wards - 🔗 www.witney-tc.gov.uk/electoral-wards
Councillors - 🔗 democracy.witney-tc.gov.uk/mgMemberIndex.aspx?bcr=1

01/09/2026

EXTENDED - The estimated completion of the works at Buttercross Lane has been extended until 4th September 2026.

01/09/2026

Witney Town Council’s Youth Services Grants 2026 Awarded 🎨🏐⛵

Witney Town Council is proud to announce the allocation of its annual Youth Services Grant to nine youth-focused organisations across the town. This year attracted a record level of interest, demonstrating strong commitment within our community to supporting young people and providing positive opportunities.

Cllr Thomas Ashby, Chair of the Stronger Communities Committee, commented:

“I am deeply proud to help deliver this funding; by investing in everything from weekly youth cafes to mental health and outdoor activities, we are ensuring Witney’s young people get the safe spaces, mentorship, and opportunities they deserve.”

Cllr Ruth Smith, Leader of the Council, added:

“Once again, the committee was pleased to award Youth Grants to initiatives that brought new opportunities to Witney’ young people. A brilliant investment in our future.”

Read more about the groups awarded in the full story on our website here:
www.witney-tc.gov.uk/news/investing-in-our-young-people-youth-services-grants-awarded