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GREAT CORNARD PARISH COUNCIL & THE STEVENSON CENTRE
The Stevenson Centre, Stevenson Approach, Great Cornard, Suffolk, CO10 0WD
Parish Council office opening hours are normally 10am - 3pm Monday to Friday (excl Bank Hols)
Telephone No: 01787 373212 - Email: councilmanager@greatcornardpc.co.uk (email link at the bottom of page)
Miss Emma Skuce - Council Manager
Mrs Sarah Kubat - Responsible Financial Officer
NEXT MEETING SCHEDULED: Committees on Monday 29th April 2024 at 7pm
THE STEVENSON CENTRE
Our large, modern Community Centre is central to the village of Great Cornard and already hosts parties, meetings, social groups, school holiday clubs and training sessions (to name just a few). Preferential rates offered for residents of Great Cornard and for regular bookings. We have a recently refurbished, FREE, car park and a large profressional kitchen which can be used as part of your hire - please click here to learn more.
Our OFFICIAL Facebook page is called 'The Stevenson Centre' - please like our page and don't forget to give us a mention if you visit - @the stevenson centre
COST OF LIVING
Useful Links:-
Suffolk County Council - Cost of Living Support Leaflet
STILL GOOD TO EAT - COMMUNITY SHOP
Parish Councillor Mrs Judith Wilson and St Andrew's Church in Great Cornard have partnered to create the 'Still Good to Eat Community Shop' which helps local people to purchase one bag of food for a donation of £2. The aim of the project is to reduce food waste through redistribution of fresh food otherwise left unsold and destined for landfill, providing help with the struggle of the rising cost of living.
For more information on this community shop based at St Andrew's Church every Thursday morning between 10am and 12pm, please click here or contact Judith or Chris at stillgoodtoeat@standrews-gc.org.uk
You may also find some more up to date information on the St Andrew's Church website.
POLICE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER ELECTION - 2ND MAY 2024
Please click here for Notice of Election
POT KILN PRIMARY SCHOOL IS LOOKING FOR GOVERNORS
Could you be a Governor and support the School, children and young people in the community?
Governors have three core functions:-
- Planning the strategic direction of the School
- Overseeing financial performance of the School
- Holding the Headteacher or School's leadership to account
For further information visit: www.governorsforschools.org.uk
Please contact Tim Fairbairn at timfotc@gmail.com or 01787 372107
THE STEVENSON CENTRE AND VILLAGE HALL DEFIBRILLATORS
Located at the front entrances to both The Stevenson Centre and Great Cornard Village Hall, the Cardiac Science Powerheart 5 Defibrillators are available for both users of the buildings and members of the public. You must dial 999 first to use the Defibrillator.
PLATINUM JUBILEE - COMMEMORATIVE BENCHES IN GREAT CORNARD
The Parish Council is looking to install a number of new street benches around the Village to commemorate the Platinum Jubilee. We are interested to hear your views on where you think a new bench could be placed.
If you have any suggestions on potential locations then please let us know by calling or emailing the office: 01787 373212 or councilmanager@greatcornardpc.co.uk
FREE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO GET INVOLVED WITH NATURE!
The Coast & Vale Youth Rangers is a FREE volunteer group for young people aged 13-18 who are interested in gaining hands-on skills and experience in conservation and environmental work.
Organised by the Dedham Vale and Coast & Heaths Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty team, sessions usually take place outdoors on the first Sunday morning of each month at various green spaces on the Suffolk and Essex border. Activities are varied and include practical conservation work, wildlife surveys, beach cleans, community tasks, bushcraft and outdoor pursuits with tasks taking place in a range of locations.
Emma Black, AONB Countryside Projects Officer said: “Becoming a Coast & Vale Youth Ranger is a great way for young people to get free, practical experience in conservation and environmental work. It’s a fantastic opportunity to meet new friends, build confidence and gain valuable skills for the workplace under the supervision of trained experts”.
No experience is needed just lots of enthusiasm and a willingness to get stuck in and have some fun! All training and equipment provided. Rangers can either meet at the activity location or book a lift in the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty’s minibus from Ipswich.
For more information, please contact Emma Black, AONB Countryside Projects Officer at emma.black@suffolk.gov.uk. You can read more about Coast & Vale Youth Rangers at www.suffolkcoastandheaths.org or www.dedhamstourvaley.org
BABERGH AND MID SUFFOLK DISTRICT COUNCILS
Babergh District Council provide monthly updates on major developments and other information which may be of interest. February 2024 can be viewed here.
They have also produced a report 'What Have We Done For You' which covers 2019 to 2022. Click here to view QR code which, when scanned, will take you straight to the report.
QUIET LANES
The Parish Council has now installed all signs along the Quiet Lanes route of Blackhouse Lane (junction with Bures Road) to Prospect Hill (junction with Joes Road). For more information on Quiet Lanes and what the designation means, please visit www.quietlanessuffolk.co.uk
SUFFOLK POLICE - HOME SECURITY ADVICE
Please take a few moments to review your home security.
Keep all doors locked, even when you are at home.
Shut windows when you are not in the room.
Remove keys from the locks and keep them out of sight. Make sure you have a fire exit plan so everyone can get out safely in an emergency.
Have one or more lights on a timer all the time. That way your home will be lit in the same way every evening, making it more difficult to tell if someone is at home or not.
Avoid keeping valuable jewellery in the master bedroom and never keep quantities of cash at home.
If you hear or see anything suspicious call the police immediately. Please don't assume someone else will do it.
Apply the same security to your property if it is under renovation or unoccupied, especially if you store tools and equipment in the house. Also consider an alarm and/or CCTV that you can view remotely from your phone.
FLOODING ISSUES IN SUFFOLK
See any latest weather warnings: Met Office UK Weather Warnings
All information relating to flooding in Suffolk can be found on Suffolk County Council's website
Flooding issues can also be reported via the County Council's online reporting tool
Suffolk Police - Important Safety Links
Suffolk Constabulary is reminding people to stay alert to criminals looking to continue to exploit the vulnerable during the Coronavirus outbreak. They have provided these links Cold Callers and Fraud Prevention with more information.
You can also visit Suffolk Constabulary to learn about 'Police Connect' which is a messaging service connecting you to the very latest policing news for your area via e-mail, text or phone. There is no charge for this service - all messages you receive are free.
The Police are reminding members of the public about keeping outbuildings safe and secure. Please see Shed and Garage Security for some helpful advice.
Useful Links
Suffolk Trading Standards
To report a business, please call on 01473 264859 (option 3) or email on tradingstandards@suffolk.gov.uk.
Report all scams by calling 0808 223 1133.