Those who have kept a keen eye on the roadworks via OneNetwork will no doubt be aware that the Wood Hill junction is due for closure from 25th March. Signs up on Wood Hill show that this closure will be longer than is currently being shown on OneNetwork – indicating that it will be closed until 23rd August. The closure is part of North Somerset’s Bus Service Improvement Plan. This is just a warning to those who may not pass by that way every day!
Break-in and Theft from a Van
The police has informed us that a van was broken into overnight on the 24th whilst parked on a driveway in Southlands Way, Congresbury. The suspect forced entry via the side door of the VW Caddy, where inside power tools were stolen from within.
Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5224021253 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support.
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Burglary in Cobthorn Way
The police has informed us that a home was burgled in Cobthorn Way, Congresbury, between 1:22am and 1:45am on the 26th. The suspect gained access to the rear garden where they then used a snapper tool to remove a lock from the back door. Inside car keys were stolen from the kitchen before the owner’s vehicle was taken. The car was later recovered.
Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5224021843 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support.
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Methodist Church News
Morris Dancing at The Plough – Boxing Day 1pm
Mendip Morris will be dancing for your entertainment from 1pm on Boxing Day at The Plough. Grab your drink of choice and enjoy some tradition.
Methodist Church News
YACWAG – Jan / Feb 2024 diary dates
Saturday 6th January: Window Wanderland workshop for youth group leaders. 10am – 12noon Yatton Library, High Street, BS49 4HJ and 3 – 5pm Congar’s Cafe, 1, Broad Street, Congresbury, BS49 5DG. Please email contact@yacwag.org.uk to attend.
Saturday 13th January: 10am – 3pm Trees for Climate planting day. Cobthorn Reserve, Congresbury, BS49 5DS. Please bring a spade and work gloves. Let us know you are coming by emailing contact@yacwag.org.uk.
Sunday 14th January: as above, reserve date in case of bad weather or work unfinished.
Thursday 25th January: 7.30pm for 7.45pm start at the Old School Rooms, Station Road (A370) Congresbury, BS49 5DY. “The Belmont Project” – an illustrated talk by Gil Martin, about the local regenerative farming project.
Thursday 15th, Friday 16th and Saturday 17th February: 5.30 – 8.30pm. YACWAG’s Window Wanderland on the theme “Nature as our Neighbour.” Please decorate your street-facing window and leave the lights on to help create an illuminated walking trail for the community.
Thursday 22nd February: 7.30pm for 7.45pm start at Horsecastle Chapel, Horsecastle Farm Road, Yatton, BS49 4QQ. “Round YACWAG’s Reserves” – an update by Richard Croucher. Illustrated talk suitable for those new to YACWAG and those who heard the previous talk some years ago.
Police Appeal after Attempted Burglary in Congresbury
The police has informed us that it is appealing for the public’s help to identify these youths who it like to talk to in connection with an attempted burglary in Congresbury.
Shortly before 2am on Monday 21 August the window of a garage was smashed, however nothing was taken from the property.
The three people the police want to talk to are described as being aged 16 to 20 years old and as wearing dark tracksuits and balaclavas.
If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223202213, or complete the online appeals form.
You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via its Anonymous Online Form.
No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.
Opening of the Strawberry Line Sandford Link
Garage Break In – Langford
The police has informed us that a garage was broken into on the 12th at 2:26am in Book Gardens, Langford. The owner was alerted by their video doorbell, where they then observed four males entering via a side doorway. The suspects also checked the owner’s vehicle and tried the rear door of the property, without success. Nothing was stolen from within the garage.
Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5223279795 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support.
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Night Closure of A370
A resident has reported more bad news for people who need to use the A370!
SomersetLive reported that the A370 will be completely closed for 6 nights from November 27th from Cleeve to the bottom of Rhodyate Hill. (Not at weekends.) There is a notice by the roadside if you’re able to read it in passing!
A diversion will apparently be put in place but there’s no info about this on OneNetwork. Nothing yet on the First Bus diversions list either. Considering the hold ups on the A38 by the airport at present a diversionary route will not be a quick one!
The road closure will affect a lot of residents as well as through traffic.
Garage Break In
The police has informed us that a garage at the bottom of the rear garden of a home on Frost Hill in Congresbury was broken into during the night of Monday November the 13th. The locks were sawn off to allow entry and multiple items were stolen, including two Specialized bikes – a black road bike and a white hybrid version. Various gardening and camping equipment were also taken.
If you have any information about this incident, especially CCTV images, please call the police on 101, giving reference number 5223278050 and ask that the call is tagged as NHW. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.
Methodist Church News
Dementia Awareness Session at Congresbury Bowls Club. This event is open to everybody.
CONGARS CAFE INTO THE NEW YEAR
Congars Cafe is hoping to put on more events in the New Year and so as well as the monthly fused glass workshops, we are looking for other craft workshops or groups that would like to make use of the cafe space to put on their workshop or have a regular group meeting. People can either hire the cafe out of hours or in cafe opening times and catering can be provided by us.
If you are interested then please make contact us on 07715876827 to discuss your needs further.
Yatton Information Hub and Cafe. For carers and people living with dementia
Christmas Shopping Event
Saturday 25th Nov 1-3pm
Second Christmas Shopping Event to be held at the Rec Club.
Methodist Church News
A370, West Town Road, Backwell – ADVANCED CLOSURE NOTICE X1. Diversion Information from First Bus Website
The A370, West Town Road in Backwell between Station Road and Brockley Combe Road will be closed to service X1 between 08:00 and 17:00 from Monday 23rd through to Friday 27th October (five days) to facilitate carriageway works.
Service X1 heading towards Weston-super-Mare will be diverted via Colliters Way, A38, Langford to Congresbury traffic lights.
Due to the length of the diversion route and the amount of traffic that will be seeking alternative routes please allow extra time to make your journey.
Please also note there will be overnight closures 20:00 – 06:00 the following week 30th October to 4th November and the same diversion routes and bus stop closures will apply and the web page will be updated to reflect this nearer the time. Please monitor this page for any updates that may be necessary.
Regretfully the bus stops between and including Jubilee Inn in Long Ashton and Congresbury Bridge will not be served and passengers are advised to board or alight at either Winterstoke Road bus stop in Ashton or the Strawberry Line bus stop in Congresbury.
Service X1 heading towards Bristol will operate the reverse of the above.
Regretfully the bus stops between and including Tesco in Congresbury and Jubilee Inn in Long Ashton will not be served and passengers are advised to board or alight at either Station Road bus stop in Congresbury or the Blackmoors Lane bus stop in Ashton.
Alternatively, passengers wishing to travel between Backwell and Bristol can board the X8 service.
YACWAG October 2023 Newsletter
Congresbury Art Groups combined exhibition
28th & 29th October. Venue – The Old School rooms
Congresbury Rec and Congresbury Ladies 2nd Christmas Shopping Event
Illustrated talk on A Trip to Steep Holm
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Facebook test
Rotary Club – Free talk at the Bridge Inn
Get to know your sewing machine workshop
Scheme for 90 Houses Behind Park Road & Mulberry Road
Congresbury’s residents are being urged to attend next Wednesday’s meeting of North Somerset Council’s planning committee to demonstrate their opposition to a new housing scheme.
The scheme, for up to 90 houses on a field behind Park and Mulberry Roads, has been hanging over residents for more than 18 months while land agents M7 tried to answer more than 1,000 objections to the plan.
Because the officer has recommended approval, Congresbury’s district councillor Dan Thomas has referred the matter to the council’s planning committee.
Said CRAG’s Mary Short: “This would be a high density, urban development on an ecologically, historically and socially important site which is totally inappropriate.
“Also, M7 seems to be trying to influence the decision by promising to build a new surgery. Their previous attempt at this was not supported by either the NHS or Mendip Vale Medical Practice, so it is a pointless offer.”
The Planning Committee meeting is scheduled for 2.30pm next Wednesday at Weston town hall, entrance through the old building.
Methodist Church News
Car Stolen in Congresbury
The police has informed us that a car was stolen whilst parked in a layby off Bristol Road (A370), Congresbury, between 7:30pm and 9pm on the 29th. The owner of the blue Ford Focus returned to find the vehicle missing. Keys had not been left with the car.
Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5223239778 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support.
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Attempted Burglary at Langford
The police has notified us that a home was subject of an attempted burglary in Birch Drive, Langford, between 10:00 PM on the 27th and 4:45 PM on the 28th of September. It is likely the offender entered the premises via a side gate and utilised a snapper like tool to prise the casing from the door handle. They then attempted to remove the internal door lock mechanism. The offender is thought to have left via a rear gate to Jubilee Park.
Any information, CCTV images, please contact the Police on 101 quoting reference number: 5223237370 stating NHW. Or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Thank you for your support.
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Congresbury Singers Concert
Congresbury singers “Touch of Nostalgia” concert with guest appearance from classical guitarist John Sydenham.
Saturday 18th November 2023. 7.30 at The War Memorial Hall Congresbury
Tickets £10 to include Wine & buffet. Available from PO. Re-Store or on the door.