News
Painswick Centre Public Meeting
A further update from the trustees on the future of The Painswick Centre:A public meeting will take place on Wednesday 14th June at 7.30pm in the Beacon Hall, to discuss the future of the Centre. All are welcome.The survey so far shows overwhelming support for saving the Centre. New skills & energy will be needed to make this happen: first and foremost new Trustees are needed to strengthen the... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 15 May 2023 09:01 by Roy Balgobin
District Council By-Election for One Vacancy -17th May 2023
District Council By-Election for One Vacancy - to take place Wednesday 17th May 2023.
Remember voter photo ID will be required.
Posted: Tue, 11 Apr 2023 15:56 by Roy Balgobin
Casual Vacancy - Slad Ward - co-option
The Electoral Services Department at Stroud District Council has confirmed that the regulation 10 requests from electors have not been fulfilled and the Parish Council can now fill the casual vacancy by co-option.
If you are interested in serving as a Parish Councillor (Slad Ward), please write / email the Parish Clerk (Roy Balgobin) confirming that you are qualified to be a Councillor and include a... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:46 by Roy Balgobin
1st Anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine
The Ukraine flag was raised on St Mary's church on the first anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation. The raising of the flag delivered a strong message of support to the people of Slavutych, Ukraine from the people of Painswick.
Posted: Wed, 01 Mar 2023 09:29 by Roy Balgobin
Letter from a friend in Slavutych (unedited)
The town of bold hopes: how Slavutych lives during the war.
The war certainly changed the lifestyle of Slavutych residents, but the town continued to live. And every day residents thank the Armed Forces of Ukraine for the bold hope for the early Victory of Ukraine.
For the Christmas holidays, a photo zone was opened on the Central Square next to the Christmas tree. The town municipal services remove... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 04 Jan 2023 12:08 by Roy Balgobin
Community Lunches - supporting Ukraine
Painswick Parish Council were delighted to host the Community Lunches on Monday 28th November 2022.
The Ukrainian Flag took pride of place, to celebrate our friendship with the Town of Slavutych along with pin badges for the guests.
A fantastic £89 was raised.
Posted: Wed, 30 Nov 2022 08:41 by Roy Balgobin
Friendship & Cooperation Agreement with The Town of Slavutych
Painswick Parish Council is delighted to have signed a Cooperation and Friendship agreement with the Town of Slavutych in Ukraine.
The purpose of this is to establish a bond based on our similar historic towns.
Posted: Tue, 15 Nov 2022 15:47 by Roy Balgobin
PAINSWICK COMMUNITY SUPPERS
Church Rooms, at 5.30pm on Tuesday 6th December, Tuesdays 10th & 31st January plus Tuesdays 14th February, 21st February and 14th March.
Everyone is Welcome - join up to 60 villagers, young and old for a 2 course meal. Meet new friends, neighbours and forge deeper bonds within our community.
Food lovingly prepared by local chef Matt Black
To reserve your space click HERE or ring 07956203087
Posted: Thu, 10 Nov 2022 16:05 by Roy Balgobin
Community Support Events in the Town Hall
Please join us in the Town Hall:
Mondays
12noon - 1.15pm - Community Lunches
2.30pm - 4.30pm - Library
Wednesdays
10.30am - 12.30pm - Warm Wednesdays
9.30am - 11.30 am - Community Post Office
10.30am - 12.30pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm - Library
Fridays
9.30am - 11.00am - Community Hub
9.30am - 11.30 am - Community Post Office
10.30am - 12.30pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm - Library
Saturdays
10.30am - 12.30pm - Library
Posted: Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:30 by Roy Balgobin
HM Queen Elizabeth II 21st April 1926 - 8th September 2022
The Chairman, Councillors and Officers of Painswick Parish Council are deeply saddened at the news of the death of Her Majesty the Queen. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this time.
A book of condolence will be available for residents to pay their respects at: Stroud District Council, Ebley Mill, Ebley Wharf, Stroud, GL5 4UB
Open from 8.45am to 6pm, Monday to Friday, and 10am to 4pm on Saturday... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 09 Sep 2022 09:05 by Roy Balgobin