The Parish Council has a number of Allotments available.
If you would like to have one allocated to you, please contact the Clerk (Jane Allsop) on
01920 830330 / clerk@watton-pc.org.uk requesting an Allotment application form.
The final phase of consultation on the Watton-at-Stone Neighbourhood Plan will begin on 8 November 2022.
The Parish Council unanimously approved the finalised version at the September meeting of the Parish Council and submitted the plan to East Herts District Council, the local planning authority, in accordance with Regulation 15.
East Herts District Council will now hold a 6-week consultation on the Watton-at-Stone Neighbourhood Plan, in accordance with Regulation 16. The consultation will run from 8 November to 20 December 2022.
To respond to this consultation please go to www.eastherts.gov.uk/wattonatstonenp.
Further information on the Watton-at-Stone Neighbourhood Plan is available at
www.watton-pc.org.uk/was-neighbourhood-plan/
The Parish Council is as one saddened by the passing of Her Majesty The Queen
On behalf of the Parish we extend our deepest sympathies to all of Her Family.
It is impossible to put into words the mixed emotions that we are all feeling at this moment.
There is no doubt that she has, as promised, spent her whole life in service of the Realm with dignity, humility, diplomacy and above all humour. That all embracing smile will have saved the day on many tense international occasions, even Paddington bear was taken aback when she produced a marmalade sandwich from her handbag.
Her long life is well documented and played out very publicly. To have withstood that for 96 years
and still have a smile for Her new Prime Minister speaks volumes.
A Book of Condolences is available in the Church of St. Andrew and St. Mary is open as from today.
Michael Smith
(Chair Watton PC)
It was at the February Parish Council meeting when Cllr (John) Meischke, somewhat casually, reminded us that the Platinum Jubilee celebrations were creeping up on us. I must admit that after the Diamond Jubilee washout, my enthusiasm was at a low ebb but there were nods of approval and the subject was put on the agenda giving Councillors time to come up with ideas. Gradually the idea emerged that a combined event with the Church Fete and a picnic in the Meadow to follow was the way to go.
John’s experience with Rotary stood us in good stead as he organised Fireworks and Live music and this gelled well with The Bull staging a Hog Roast early evening and providing a take away service for drinks (something we can’t do on the meadow). There remained, of course two unknowns, the weather and who would come?
A sunny afternoon saw large numbers at the Fete and by five o’clock revellers started gathering on the meadow and despite a somewhat cool breeze the kept coming!
Apart from sectioning an area for the fireworks we had no plan but a perfect layout unfolded with space for youngsters to play safely in view. The scouts provided a barbeque which somewhat delayed Sofasonic (the band), “Smoke got in their eyes” apparently but once started they took us to the National Anthem followed immediately by the FIREWORK extravaganza which, for a village event was exceptional.
Thanks go to our helpers, especially the ‘Next Day’ litter pickers. BUT more importantly to all those who came to enjoy the evening, in (or because of!) the spirit intended.
Being a Parish Councillor can be challenging at times but this was one of the good times !
Thank you all
Michael Smith (Chair, Watton PC)
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The Watton-at-Stone Celebration For The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee on Saturday 4th June on the sportsfield will now start 1 hour earlier at 18:00
We will forward to seeing you
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https://watton.pcwpreview.co.uk/files/pc-anual-report/AP22-Chair-report.pdf
FIRST AID COURSE – Update
In 2019 the Parish Council ran a success half day First Aid and Defibrillator training course for 12 villagers.
At the end of last year (November 2021) they placed a notice in the Parish News and on Facebook to gauge interest in running another First Aid course. There were 22 people who expressed an interest. Unfortunately, the original course providers prices have increased by 40% and therefore the Parish Council need to contact other course providers to obtain a more competitive quote.
We will update you as soon as we have more information.” Watton-at-Stone Parish Council
The Nigel Poulton Community Hall is looking for a self-employed Caretaker
We are looking to award a contract to a friendly, energetic, and reliable individual or company with a range of practical skills for the role of Caretaker to join our team and contribute to the smooth running of the village hall and Sports field areas.
The successful applicant will have a range of duties across the site and should be self-motivated, dependable and trustworthy and able to work under their own initiative to prioritise workloads.
Responsibilities include looking after the security and safety of the building, minor maintenance and repairs, ensuring the cleanliness of the premises, checking on safety, rubbish, strimming and weeding of the Sports field area.
Working alongside the Trustees, the cleaners and the Parish Clerk, the caretaker will need to be available to attend the hall at irregular hours to help with the overall running of the facilities.
The contract will be reviewed annually and subject to a period of three calendar month successful probation. We are looking to award the contract as soon as possible.
If you are interested in finding out more or think you would like to tender, please contact in the first instance Jane Allsop, Clerk to Watton-at-Stone Community Hall Trustees via email: clerk@watton-pc.org.uk phone 01920 830330 or John Meischke on 07970 083256, for an informal chat.
Closing date for applications is Sunday 15th May 2022
A full job description will be made available on application.
Watton-at-Stone Community Hall Trustees
