Annual Parish Meeting Reminder of the Annual Parish Meeting (followed by the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council) on the 20th May at 7pm in the Chapel Agenda have been posted and are linked from the SPC page on this...
Local Election Results 2025 Cherwell District Council (Deddington) Election date Thursday 1 May Count date Overnight Thursday 1 May into Friday 2 May Results The number of votes recorded for each candidate at the election is as follows: Candidate (Surname...
Souldern Sunflowers 2025 The children in Souldern are challenged to grow the tallest sunflower this summer! Sunflowers will be measured in August in time for the village show. How tall will they grow…?! Sunflower seeds can be collected from outside...
Souldern Events 2025 Date APRIL 7th Horticultural Society AGM – Village Hall : 7pm 12th St Mary’s Churchyard Spring Clean with BBQ : 10am – 2pm 18th Muddy Church for Good Friday 20th St Mary’s Sunrise Service :...
Souldern Solstice Group proudly present the Souldern Village Easter Egg Hunt In the grounds of Souldern Manor (by kind permission of Rosie Sanders) On Sunday 20th April starting @ 11am All parishioners and relations are welcome to join in an...
Cherwell Local Plan Review 2042 Link to Consultation Page Cherwell Local Plan Review 2042 Overview We have prepared a new Local Plan for Cherwell District and would like your views before we submit it to the Secretary of State for...
Cancelled Parish Council Meeting
The January SPC meeting has been cancelled due to
unavailablility of council members.
The next meeting will be on 27th February.
Locking Mechanism on Lifting Bridge The Canal Authorities have installed a locking mechanism so that now you need a key as well as the standard lock key in order to operate the bridge, and the key is not removable unless...
Christmas at St Mary’s SOULDERN
CHRISTMAS EVE
3.30pm CAROLS IN THE CHURCHYARD
For everyone especially families & young children
CHRISTMAS DAY
11am Christmas Communion
New Year’s Concert
Saturday 4th January 2025
7pm A Ceremony of Carols and Harp Solos.
Souldern 20mph Speed Limit Approved At the Oxfordshire County Council meeting on 5th September the decision was to recommend approval of the Souldern 20mph zone. The full list of decisions is available on the OCC website with the relevant section...
M40 Junction 10 Padbury roundabout improvements The scheme involves upgrading the A43 Padbury roundabout to improve the safety of the slip road and increase its capacity. This should also help to prepare the junction as planned housing is developed in...
Souldern Horticultural Society Show 2024
The Annual Flower & Produce Show opens its doors in the village hall at 2.30pm today, Saturday 17th August.
Cups will be presented at 3.15pm.
Souldern Horticultural Society
Summer Garden Party
St Mary’s Church, Souldern
Saturday 13th July
6:30 pm
The Barn House, High Street
Nick and Jo Oakhill
Tickets: £12.00 (children under 15 free)
Cash bar and raffle
Photographic Evening: Audrey Westbury Hall Thursday 11th July. An evening of pictures and stories at the launch event at the Audrey Westbury Hall (formerly the Methodist Chapel). Free entry but numbers are limited, so please learn more and register at...
Bicester Bee Bus Service More buses for rural areas. ABILITY are to commence three new timetabled services in the Bicester area. The new Bicester Bee service will commence at 07:22 from Finmere on 1st July 2024, financially supported by Oxfordshire...
Local Candidates for the General Election 2024 Banbury Constituency Nominations have now closed and the list of candidates is as below. Note: the Banbury constituency has new boundaries and we are (just) still in the Banbury constituency, which has lost...
Souldern Feux Olympiques 2024 Please see the Events page on this site, and announcements on WhatsApp, for the Souldern Event taking place on: 22nd June Field events: between 2pm and 5pm. Closing ceremony: with food and live music at The...
Annual Parish Meeting
Reminder of the Annual Parish Meeting (followed by a regular Parish Council meeting)
on the 23rd May.
Agenda have been posted and are linked from the SPC page on this site
CONSULTATION – Souldern proposed 20mph Speed Limits Oxfordshire County Council wants to make our built environments safer and more attractive places to walk and cycle. To enable this, 20mph speed restrictions are being used to help promote alternative modes of...
ST MARY’S CHURCH REORDERING PROJECT As many of you know the PCC has a project to bring the church into the 21st century by adding a WC and various other facilities. Added to this we need to carry out essential...
Temporary Emergency Road Closure at Souldern, Foxhill Lane Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Oxfordshire County Council has been informed of a temporary emergency road closure on the Back Lane whilst long service pipe relay...
Spruce up Souldern! Souldern Parish Council is planning a big village Spring Clean day on Saturday 13th April, which will coincide with the Keep Britain Tidy Great British Spring Clean and the Cherwell District Council Spring Clean initiative. We would...
Souldern Easter Egg Hunt and Playground Opening! SUNDAY 31st MARCH 10.30am TEA | COFFEE | CAKES In the Village Hall A Solstice Group & Parish Council Function All participants in the easter egg hunt must have a link to Souldern...
Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Emergency Road Closure – at Souldern, Back Lane Oxfordshire County Council has been informed of a temporary emergency road closure on Back Lane whilst boundary box exchange works...
Charity Christmas Tree Collection On the 6th and 7th of January, members of Enstone Young Farmers will be heading to local villages to come and collect your Christmas trees. All money raised will be donated to the Marshall-Smith Syndrome Foundation....
Cherwell Local Plan Review 2040 Consultation Draft (Reg 18) Notification of Public Consultation Dear Town and Parish Council At its meeting on 4 September 2023, the Council’s Executive approved the draft Cherwell Local Plan Review 2040 for public consultation (as...
INDOOR TABLE TOP SALE Fundraising For Souldern’s New Playground Souldern Village Hall Saturday 14th October Open 10am–1pm (set up from 9am) Cakes Refreshments * Raffle * Plants Contact Alex on 07890 370991 to book your table ~ Just £10 per...
🍇🍷Wine and Dine🍷🍇 For Souldern’s Playground 🛝 Wine-tasting evening with local wine merchant Trelawney Wines Saturday 18th November 7:30pm Orchard Barn Nicholsons North Aston Bring along your friends and family for an evening of light-hearted tasting and feasting! Tickets £70...
Souldern Craft & Christmas Fair All proceeds going to souldern playground fund Come and shop, help support our event Saturday 18th November between 11am till 3pm Craft stalls with an early Christmas feel Raffle, mince pies, mulled wine, hot drinks...
Souldern Parish Council Vacancy Souldern has a vacancy for a councillor to join the Parish Council. Anyone can be a councillor and it is all about giving back to your community by bringing your energy and passion. You can make...
HARVEST OPEN WEEKEND at St Mary’s Souldern Saturday 9th September 10am-4pm Churchyard Clean-up Anyone willing to help please come along for as long or as little time as you have to spare, children welcome too. Tea & coffee will be...
Spruce up Souldern! Any help with sweeping, trimming and tidying paths, pavements and shared spaces outside or around your home would be much appreciated! Souldern Parish Council and Souldern United Charities have been reviewing village upkeep with the aim of...
Annual Parish Meeting
Reminder of the Annual Parish Meeting (followed by a regular Parish Council meeting)
on the 24th May.
Agenda have been posted and are linked from the SPC page on this site
Playground Fundraiser Sunday 21st May Family Fun and Games in Souldern Court garden 12.00 to 3.00pm Inflatable Slide – Games – Toddlers’ Playpark – Cash Bar Adult £10 – Children aged 3–14 £5 Under 3s go free Ticket price includes:...
Election of Parish Councillors
The election to the Parish Council was uncontested, so the following nominated people
are all elected, with term of office starting on the 9th of May.
PDF Poster
PDF Poster
Parish Council Elections 2023
Information regarding Parish Council elections is available
on the Cherwell district council website.
A PDF poster is also available (and will be posted on the village notice boards).
PDF poster
Playground Competition Adults and Children fancy a challenge to help support the playground fundraising. To create a model of your own thoughts of a playground and have it judged and ideal holiday project. Please register your interest my messaging Alex...
Souldern Village Easter Egg Hunt Souldern Solstice Group proudly present The Souldern Village Easter Egg Hunt Where: The Grounds of Hollies Farm (By kind permission of The Sharman family) When: Sunday 9th April starting @ 11am All are Welcome to...
Souldern Playground Launch Meeting Saturday 28th January 4pm Souldern Village Hall Everyone is welcome to come and see the plans for the new playground! We are also looking for anyone with fundraising ideas or experience who is willing to help...
Souldern Festive Windows 2022 Look out for windows around the village showing a scene based around the theme of a festive song, carol or piece of music! Around the Pond Hollies Farm Souldern Court Granny’s Cottage High Street Deepwell Cottage...
Sounds Historical Sounds Historical on The Grand Tour Baroque music from across Europe performed on period instruments St Michael’s Church, Aynho Saturday 26th November at 7pm To book your tickets Email: tickets.stmichaels@gmail.com or Tel: 01869 819896 Mob: 07742 041184 Adults...
SOULDERN WESLEYAN REFORM CHAPEL SALE OF CONTENTS Saturday 5th November 2022 11am till 4pm The Trustees of Souldern Chapel will be selling many items from the chapel including: Pews, Chairs, Tables, Other Furniture, Electrical Goods, Storage Boxes, Crockery, Glasses, Cutlery,...
CAR BOOT SAFARI
Sunday 21st August around the village
Stallholders £5 to go to Tiggywinkles
Wildlife Hospital
11am – 3pm Collect map of participants from Ryleens
Souldern Horticultural Society Show 2022 The Annual Flower & Produce Show will take place in the village hall on Saturday 20 August Please find further information including the Show Schedule and Entry Forms on The SHS Show page Also do...
JIM CAUSLEY IN CONCERT in St. Michael’s Church, Aynho Thursday 28th July at 7.30pm More than simply a folk-singer, multi award winning singer-songwriter, musician and proud Devonian Jim Causley is an all-round entertainer. His unique voice and persona have helped...
Souldern Parish Council Clerk to the Council: Cathy Fleet Clerks address: Westfield Farm Cottage Fenway, Steeple Aston Bicester. OX25 4SS Email: clerktosouldernparishcouncil@gmail.com NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF PARISH COUNCILLOR PARISH OF SOULDERN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to...
Chapel Open Afternoon Please don’t forget to come along to the Chapel Open Afternoon on Saturday 18th June between 3–5pm. The trustees of the newly registered “Souldern Sports and Social Club CIO” charity look forward to talking with you about...
St Mary’s Church Brie & Bordeaux SATURDAY 25TH JUNE Starts at 6pm Held at Souldern Court Access via Back Lane Adult Tickets: £10 Children < 12yrs: FREE RAFFLE Tickets available from any PCC Member or call Tania on 346841 Our...
Parish Council AGM 2022
Three related annual meetings to be held on
Thursday 26th May 2022
at 7 pm in the Village Hall
SPC Meeting Agenda
SPC Annual Meeting Agenda
Annual Souldern Parish Meeting Agenda
Road Resurfacing: Souldern – Fritwell – Somerton Hi, On behalf of Oxfordshire CC, I am the one of the engineers responsible for delivering the resurfacing of Souldern Farm Lane which forms the boundary between the parishes of Souldern and Fritwell....
Souldern Platinum Jubilee Events Programme Flyer PDF Souldern Parish Council, Souldern Solstice Committee, Souldern Sports and Social Club & Souldern Village Hall Committee would like to welcome all residents of Souldern to come together to celebrate the occasion of... The...
Fox Inn Platinum Jubilee BBQ SATURDAY 4TH JUNE 2022 BBQ 7-8PM AT THE FOX INN £5 Burger or Veggie Burger The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee 2022 Must Have A Ticket To Get Food Get your tickets at the fox inn from...
Souldern Parish Council Clerk to the Council: Cathy Fleet Clerks address: Westfield Farm Cottage Fenway, Steeple Aston Bicester. OX25 4SS Email: clerktosouldernparishcouncil@gmail.com NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF PARISH COUNCILLOR PARISH OF SOULDERN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to...
Council Election 2022 Deddington (District Ward) The following is a statement of the persons nominated for election as a District Councillor for Deddington Ward Name of Candidate (Surname first) Home address Description Name of proposer Bliss, Aaron James (address in...
Souldern Village Easter Egg Hunt
Where; The Grounds of Souldern Manor (By kind permission of Rosie Sanders)
When; Sunday 17th April starting @ 11 am
All are Welcome to join in a Bumper Easter Egg Bonanza
Refreshments available
Souldern Sunflowers 2022 The competition to grow Souldern’s tallest sunflower is up there with Chelsea and Hampton Court. If you want to win global fame now is the time to plant sunflower seed(s) in your garden or on your allotment....
Souldern Horticultural Society Show 2022
The Annual Flower & Produce Show will take place in the village hall on Saturday 20 August
Souldern Horticultural Society
Village Hall AGM Please join us on Thursday evening to help discuss your Village Hall at our AGM. There will be no commitment to join the committee but always good to hear your views If you can come along it...
Save the Date! Souldern Celebrates the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee June Thursday 2nd — Sunday 5th Thursday 2nd Sports Day at Village Hall 3-5pm BBQ and Bar 7-10.30pm Fireworks from 9pm Friday 3rd Village Treasure Hunt 9am-5pm Saturday 4th Street Party...
Baynards Green Planning Consultation
The current proposals for Baynards Green developments are viewable at the CDC site at
https://planningregister.cherwell.gov.uk/Planning/Display/21/03267/OUT
Comments were due by 28/10/2021 and a decision is due 30/04/2022
Older Drivers Forum Highway Code Webinars In March, the Older Driver’s Forum will be carrying out online webinars about the recent changes to the Highway Code. Do you know what the changes are? Do you have questions about the changes?...
Katharine House Hospice Springing into action Just like this time of year, we’ve got lots of exciting things coming up! From new partnerships and improvements, to a whole range of incredible events to raise money for our hospice. It’s thanks...
Souldern Flower Bed For any of you who wondered, the planted display bed on the corner of Bovewell has for the last 14 years been maintained by a handful of volunteers. It was initially financed by the PC and currently...
Local Christmas Cards I’ve designed a Souldern Christmas Card and will be taking orders this week with a view to putting the print order in on Sunday and receiving them at the end of next week. Their size is 150x150mm...
Souldern Advent Trail 2021 The advent trail will begin on the 1st December! Look out for decorated windows and follow the trail as it winds through the village. Having started from Souldern’s best-dressed window at Deepwell Cottage on the High...
Souldern Village Advent Trail 2021 We are, once again, hoping to create a trail through the village, adding a new window for every day in December. We are looking for people who would like to create a simple feature in...
Macmillan Coffee Morning
Souldern Village Hall
10:00am – 1:00pm on Wednesday 6 October 2021
Fundraising event to support people living with cancer.
For details please see
coffee.macmillan.org.uk
Coronavirus — COVID-19 Local Information on Coronavirus Government Advice Local Help Souldern Covid-19 Support Network Souldern Shout-Out Newsletter Local Activities Baking Competition Souldern Quizzes Easter Bonnet Competition Bike Loan Local Suppliers Milkman The Fox Inn Wrightons A.E. Prentice Coal Merchants...
I wanted to contact you all regarding the new bus service ABILITY is preparing to launch which will be covering your parishes. The is an exciting new opportunity which will provide a link between these rural villages and connect residents...
Souldern Flower & Produce Show 2021 Souldern Horticultural Society is delighted to announce that this popular event will be making a welcome return to Souldern Village Hall on Saturday 21st August For information on entering the competition go to How...
OPEN DAY St Mary’s Church, Souldern Sunday 27th June Tea/Coffee & Cake from 11:30am Cream Teas from 2–4pm Come along and find out what we have to offer or just enjoy the peace and tranquility of our lovely church and...
Vaccine Passport Scam We have been made aware of a Covid Vaccine Passport scam email going around that purports to be from the NHS and informs recipients that they can apply for their “Digital Coronavirus Passports” Clicking on the link...
St Mary’s Church Cheese and Wine SATURDAY 24TH JULY Sadly, following the government’s announcement yesterday, we have to move the Souldern Cheese & Wine event from 26th June to Saturday 24th July. Please contact Tania (Park House) if can still...
Boundary Commission Review of Banbury Constituency The Boundary Commission is proposing splitting the Banbury constituency to create a new Bicester constituency. Souldern would remain in the Banbury half. There is a consultation period that ends 2nd August 2021. A map...
Count on Nature In Souldern Churchyard Sunday 30th May—6th June (Bring a magnifying glass if you have one) Starting with Family Church this Sunday at 10:30 Come along and help us identify the wild flowers, plants and wildlife in God’s...
St Mary’s Church Cheese and Wine SATURDAY 26TH JUNE Tickets available from any PCC Member or call Tania on 346841 Starts at 7pm Tickets £10 Includes supper and first glass Local beer by Wriggly Monkey Raffle prizes Held at SOULDERN...
Village Hall Re-opening Village hall bookings are now open. With effect from 15th April the following can take place for 15 people children parties/activities with entertainer parent/child groups, support groups, christening, wakes and weddings from May 17th other activities up...
Council Elections 2021 STATEMENT OF PERSONS NOMINATED Oxfordshire County Council Election of a County Councillor The following is a statement of the persons nominated for election as a County Councillor for Deddington Division Name of Candidate Home Address Description (if...
Pub Re-opening 12th April The Fox 🦊 is reopening its garden TOMORROW 12th April!! Opening Times: Monday - Wednesday - 5:00-9:00pm(ish) DRINKS ONLY 🥂 ️ Thursday - Drinks 5:00-9:00pm(ish) / Food 5:30-7:30pm ALFRESCO STEAK AND FISH NIGHT 🥩 🐟 Friday...
Parish Council — Precept for 2021/22 Souldern Parish Council receives funding for the work that it undertakes on behalf of parishioners through a Precept. This it receives from Cherwell District Council, who in turn collect it from individual households as...
Theft of Trees Between Sunday 7th March and Monday 8th March approx 200 new trees have been stolen from a location on the ring road in Bicester. The trees still had the root wraps on them. If you witnessed anything...
Playground Questionnaire The Souldern Playground was closed in January as it had come to the end of its usable life. We are seeking to replace the play facilities with a new Play Park for children and teenagers. Please help us...
Winter Support Grants available to help people hit financially by pandemic Read to story on the Oxfordshire County Council website or below: Financial help is still available for people struggling to feed their families or heat their homes this winter...
Cherwell Cats Protection launches February £15 ‘Snip and Chip’ Campaign Because Cats Don’t Do Lockdowns Cherwell Cats Protection which covers Banbury, Bicester, Brackley and Kidlington, has again teamed up with seven (7) veterinary practices in their branch area to launch...
Lockdown In the Thames Valley Message sent on behalf of Chief Superintendent Robert France, Gold Commander for Thames Valley Police’s response to Coronavirus. “As you will all be aware here in the Thames Valley and nationally we have now entered...
Fox Takeaway Service Good Afternoon Souldern Les and I at The Fox🦊 would like to thank you all for your incredible support throughout a very difficult 2020. We hope for your continued support going forward in 2021. With that in...
January 2021 Covid-19 Lockdown Links to Government rules for the new national lockdown have been added to the Covid-19 page on this website. Summary: what you can and cannot do during the national lockdown You must stay at home. The...
Oxfordshire to Move into Tier 4 It has just been announced that Oxfordshire will move into Tier 4 at 00.01 on Boxing Day, ie one minute after Christmas Day has ended. This follows sharp rises in reported infections across the...
Tips To Keep You Safe from Distraction Burglary This Festive Season Distraction burglary is where criminals call at your house posing as officials or asking for your help with something. They make up a story to get in to your...
Christmas at St Mary’s SOULDERN Sunday 20th December 9:30 Communion Service CHRISTMAS EVE DAY 24 OF THE ADVENT WINDOWS will be in the Church porch 3.30pm CAROLS IN THE CHURCHYARD & For everyone especially families & young children CHRISTMAS DAY...
Warning To Vehicle Owners Following Increase In Catalytic Converter Thefts Across the Thames Valley Thames Valley Police is issuing a warning to motorists following an increasing number of thefts of catalytic converters. Offenders are most commonly targeting parked Toyota Prius,...
Thames Valley Police: Winter Burglary Campaign Good afternoon, Firstly please allow me to introduce myself, I am the recently appointed Geographical Neighbourhood Sergeant for Bicester and Kidlington Police area taking over the role from my predecessor Sergeant Kerry O’LEARY. I...
Souldern Advent Trail 2020 The advent trail will begin on the 1st December! Look out for decorated windows and follow the trail as it winds through the village, starting from The Old Post Office on the High Street. Some windows...
Reverse Advent Calendar St Mary’s Church This Advent, why not focus on giving something back each day? St Marys church is asking for donations of food and other essentials, based on a Reverse Advent calendar. Any donation is welcome so...
Obituary: Alexander Harry Gray (Sandy) 14.12.1924 – 14.11.2020 Sandy was born in Bombay 96 years ago this month. His father, Sir Alexander George Gray, was a bank manager there. He returned to England with his mother, Dulce, and older sister,...
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure at Souldern, Wharf Lane, Bicester A request has been received from Centurion Traffic Management for a temporary road closure to apply to a section of Wharf...
Souldern Christmas Shop
Christmas decorations and gifts from local crafters.
Starting from 5th December 2020.
Saturday & Sunday
10am – 4pm
Deepwell Cottage,
High Street,
Souldern
Souldern Advent Trail 2020 Souldern Village Advent Trail 2020 We are hoping to create a trail through the village, adding a new window for every day in December. We are looking for people who would like to create a simple...
Remembrance Stones Paint a poppy on a stone or pebble. Create a trail of Remembrance Stones from the silhouette at the pond to the church in memory of all the heroes who gave their lives for us. We will remember...
Halloween Souldern is planning a Covid-friendly trick or treat event for Halloween. Souldern Kids of all ages are invited to participate in a Halloween treasure hunt round the village before collecting a suitably hygienic swag bag from the Fox. If...
Cherwell Cats Protection Launches £5 Microchipping Scheme In Banbury Cherwell Cats Protection, which covers Banbury, Bicester, Brackley and Kidlington, has teamed up with three (3) veterinary practices in Banbury to launch a £5 cat microchipping scheme, to run throughout the...
Harvest at St Mary’s Souldern Outdoor Service at 11am Sunday 27th September Bring your own chairs Followed by activities for the children (and grown ups!) Everyone Welcome Polly……. Donations of Tesco vouchers, produce, tea, coffee biscuits and chocolate particularly welcome...
Souldern End of Summer Show 2020
The results of the 2020 Virtual End of Summer Show have been announced!
Please see the Event Page for full list of classes and winners
Souldern End of Summer Show 2020 On the basis that nearly everything fun has had to be cancelled this year, the Solstice group wanted to find a way of giving the Community an opportunity to get competitive whilst having some...
The Fox Inn Souldern 🦊We will be reopening for outside eating and drinking from Saturday 4th July and look forward to welcoming you back! To ensure the safety of customers and staff The Fox will be operating a little differently...
OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 Section 14(1) and (7) Notice of Temporary Traffic Order Souldern B4100 (40mph Speed Limit) Date of Order: 11 May 2020 Came into force: 18 May 2020 Works recommencing: 10 August 2020 This...
Parish Council End of Year Accounts 2019-2020 During the 19/20 financial year Souldern Parish Council spent £1750 less than in the previous year. This is due to the fact that in 18/19 we had a number of one off costs...
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary 40 mph Speed Restriction at Souldern, B4100 Souldern Dip In the interests of public safety it will be necessary for Oxfordshire County Council to close a section of...
Parish Council Meetings If the village hall is closed due to Covid-19 restrictions, contact details will be made available. The minutes of previous meetings are listed on this site. Full Parish Council Meetings 28th May 30th July 24th September 26th...
Souldern Quiz Friday 22nd May 8pm Zoom meeting Please connect via Zoom (Download the zoom client from zoom ) Meeting ID: 874-8343-4599 Password: as above. Audience Participation Please would contestants submit two movie-themed questions to Nick Oakhill prior to the...
VE 75 Album The album recording the village celebrations of the 75th anniversary of VE Day has been moved off the home page but is available from the events page under the home menu. VE 75 Album More photographs of...
Souldern Weekly Baking Competition The Souldern Sports and Social Club (SSSC) are running weekly bake-off challenges for households to post their creations. Photos of the baking creations to be posted any time leading up to Saturday 6pm. Please send photographs...
Souldern Quiz
Friday 8th May 8pm
Zoom meeting
Please connect via Zoom
(Download the zoom client from zoom )
Meeting ID: 880-9318-4440
Password: as above.
Please consider donating to Katherine House Hospice: www.khh.org.uk
Playground Update Having held a public meeting earlier in the year, which gave full support to the playground redevelopment we are now asking the village to help with ideas to design a space which can be multi generational – we...
Souldern Favourite Recipes The Souldern Sports and Social Club (SSSC) invite Souldern residents to submit their favourite recipes. Either original texts or (with reference) recommendations from publications. Contributions are encouraged Please send them to website@souldern.org or use the Contact form...
Souldern Easter Bonnet Competition 2020. The Souldern Sports and Social club invite Souldern residents to submit pictures of an Easter Bonnet, preferably modelled by the creator! Please send them to website@souldern.org Submissions should be received on or before 11th April...
Souldern Quizzes Looking for an extra challenge during the Lockdown? A collection of online quizzes has been produced for this site. Try to answer the questions, once you get to the end, your score will be totalled and you can...
Biscuits and Houses Quizzes The recent Village Newsletter had quizzes to name Biscuits and to recognise village Old houses. The answers are as follows: Biscuits Jammie Dodger Digestives Happy Face Viennese Fingers Nice Malted Milk Bourbon Garibaldi Lincoln Custard Cream...
“Kindness Box” project. My son Samuel is running a Kindness box project. A box will be left with some essentials (pasta, canned goods) on the pond bench. Feel free to take something that you need, or put in anything extra...
Temporary Traffic Regulation Order – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary 40 mph Speed Restriction at Souldern, B4100 Souldern Dip In the interests of public safety it will be necessary for Oxfordshire County Council to impose a 40 mph...
Playground Closure Following the directive given by the Prime Minister in his statement of 23rd March, Souldern Parish Council has no alternative but to announce the immediate closure of the playground at the playing fields until further notice. The stark...
COVID 19 Souldern Parish Council Community Support Network With the escalation of the COVID 19 situation there is a network of volunteers in Souldern who are willing to offer assistance where it is needed in the village with everyday tasks...
Rejuvenating Souldern Playground
A meeting to discuss the Souldern Playground was held on
Thursday 5th March.
Slides presented at the meeting and the formal minutes are available from this site.
Presentation: Restoration of Souldern Playground
Minutes: 5th March Meeting
Community Allotment A joint venture between Souldern Horticultural Society & Souldern United Charity “Calling all would-be allotmenteers…” New for 2020 Starting Soon! Intrigued by the idea of an allotment, but feeling you don’t have enough time or don’t know where...
Rejuvenating Souldern Playground Reminder that there is a meeting to discuss rejuvenating Souldern Playground on Thurs 5th March, 8pm, in Souldern Village Hall. Thank you for all the helpful questionnaires returned – the more, the better, and will be collecting...
Curry & Quiz CANCELLED Due to Coronavirus In aid of St Mary’s Church Souldern Saturday 14th March 7pm £15 per person: Incl quiz entry + supper (Licensed Bar) Tickets from Kim Curry (345994), Barbara McGarry (345931) or any PCC member....
Parish Council Papers 2018-19
The formal accounts and statements for the Parish Council financial year 2018-19
have been published to the
Transparency Page
on this website.
Any queries may be addressed to a
member of the Parish Council.
ROSPA Safety Inspection Report on the Playground The full Safety Inspection Report for the village playground equipment is available from this website Please Note: Some items have been classified as unsafe and will require immediate action. The rope climbing frame...
Souldern Wesleyan Chapel Christmas Carol Service The service will be led by Mrs Wendy Manley from Brackley Everyone is warmly invited to join us for the service and to stay afterwards for Christmas tea in the school room. Children are...
BICESTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL League of Friends Coffee Morning Bicester Community Hospital League of Friends, will be holding a coffee morning on Friday, November 22nd at the Littlebury Hotel in Bicester from 10.30am until 12.00pm. The coffee morning, which is an...
Souldern Wesleyan ChapelHarvest Supper Saturday 21st September 2019 5.30pm to eat at 6.00pm You are invited to our Harvest Supper which will be held in the Chapel. The meal will be followed by a talk given by: Mr John Neal...
A ceremony took place at Bicester Community Hospital recently to mark the handover of a specially adapted vehicle purchased for the hospital by Bicester Community Hospital League of Friends, (LOF). The new vehicle was handed over to the Therapy Team...
Souldern Wesleyan Chapel 150th Anniversary Supper Saturday 1st June 2019 5.30pm to eat at 6.00pm You are invited to our 150th Anniversary Supper which will be held in the Chapel. The meal will be followed by a talk given by:...
Bicester Community Hospital League Of Friends donate new patient vehicle to the hospital Bicester Community Hospital League of Friends (LOF) have purchased a new vehicle replacing an older one donated by the LOF in 2001. The vehicle will be used...
NOTICE OF UNCONTESTED ELECTION Election of Parish Councillors for Souldern Parish Council on Thursday 2 May 2019 I, Yvonne Rees, being the Returning Officer at the above election, report that the persons whose names appear below were duly elected Parish...
Election of Parish Councillors The following is a statement of the persons nominated for election as a Parish Councillor for Souldern Parish Council Name of Candidate Home Address Description (if any) Name of Proposer (*), Seconder (**) and Assentors ALLPRESS...
Souldern Village Grand Easter Egg Hunt 11am Sunday 21st April All are welcome to join in a Bumper Easter Egg Bonanza! The Grounds of Souldern Manor By kind permission of Rosie Sanders Refreshments will be available! Contact roblarge@souldern.org for further...
Election of Parish Councillors All six Souldern Parish Council seats are up for election this year, see the notice below. Nomination papers for Parish Elections may be obtained from Clerks to Parish Councils or the Returning Officer, Bodicote House, Bodicote,...
Souldern Wesleyan Chapel Easter Supper Saturday 20th April 2019 5.30pm to eat at 6.00pm You are invited to our Easter Supper which will be held in the Chapel and will be a sit-down hot meal with dessert and coffee. The...
Souldern Wesleyan Reform Chapel The Chapel is not closing but we have decided to temporarily suspend our weekly Sunday Services while we work on a new plan for a monthly event which we hope will be of interest to many...
Souldern Village Hall Needs You Souldern Village Hall is currently seeking volunteers from the Village to join its Committee. We meet 4 times a year and the meetings involve discussing new ideas and implementing them on how best the Village...
Meet your MP at the Fox Inn, Thursday 21st March Victoria Prentis MP will be holding her next ‘Pub Tour’ on Thursday 21 March, at the Fox in Souldern. The event will begin at 6.30pm. There’s no need to make...
BBC LOCATION NEEDED Village Shop It’s a bit of a unusual one but I am hoping you can help me! We are the makers of the BBC 2 ‘Back in Time’ you may have seen ‘Back in Time for Tea’...
Curry & Quiz
In aid of St Mary’s Church Souldern
Souldern Village Hall
Saturday 2nd March 7pm
£14 per person
Incl quiz entry and super
(Licensed Bar)
Tickets from Kim Curry (345994) Barbara McGarry (345931) or any PCC member.
Dear Parish Council Anthony Stansfeld, the Police and Crime Commissioner for Thames Valley has launched a survey on an increase in council tax to help protect operational policing. Please can you share the information below with your local residents and...
CHRISTMAS AT SOULDERN CHAPEL You are warmly invited to join us on: Sunday 16th December at 2.30pm Children’s Carol Service led by Rev. John Goulder Sunday 23rd December at 2.30pm Carols by Candlelight Service led by Mr Martin Goulder There...
Timetable Comet Bus Souldern/Bicester (Every Monday, excluding bank holidays) In In Out Out SOULDERN OPPOSITE THE FOX PH 10:23 13:07 FRITWELL OUTSIDE FRITWELL PRIMARY SCHOOL 10:26 13:04 FEWCOTT OPPOSITE THE WHITE LION INN 10:28...
SOULDERN CHAPEL IS ON THE BRINK OF CLOSURE Souldern Wesleyan Reform Chapel in Back Lane has been welcoming people for almost 150 years, to its weekly services and to the Sunday School. We had hoped to celebrate our 150th Anniversary...
BICESTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL LEAGUE OF FRIENDS APPEAL Bicester Community hospital, also fondly known as the ‘Cottage Hospital’ has been well served for many years by the volunteer group known as ‘The League of Friends’. This group of volunteers contribute to...
New House Search Page The site has a new facility to search for houses. Currently you can search on any combination of house names, road names and postcodes. Images are provided for each house, but submissions for new house images...
Souldern Parish Council Clerk to the Council: Cathy Fleet Clerks address: Westfield Farm Cottage, Fenway, Steeple Aston, Bicester. OX25 4SS. Email: clerktosouldernparishcouncil@gmail.com NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF PARISH COUNCILLOR PARISH OF SOULDERN NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant...
souldern.org relaunched! This souldern.org website has been re-implemented on a new hosting platform (github-pages instead of google sites). Hopefully all pages are working in the new system, but if you spot any issues please let us know by email or...
New Three Parishes
The new style Three Parishes magazine is being delivered to homes in the area,
and is also available at the new Three Parishes website.
Steeple Aston Choral Society Mary White of Steeple Aston Choral Society posted the following message: I wondered if anyone might be interested in our Choral society? First rehearsal for Mozart Requiem tonight Monday 24th September. 7.45 in Steeple Aston Village...
Souldern Chapel Harvest Festival 22-23 September posted 11 Sep 2018, 11:52 by David Carlisle [ updated 11 Sep 2018, 12:09 ] Everyone is very welcome at the Harvest “Bring and Share” Supper (Saturday 22nd September at 5pm) and Harvest...
Defibrillator Information and Social Evening 17th September posted 8 Sep 2018, 01:33 by David Carlisle Information evening and social Come and find out more about how it can save lives. Ian and Maureen will be on hand from South Central...
Steven Mead with Brackley & District Band: 22 September, Stowe School posted 30 Aug 2018, 11:55 by David Carlisle Brackley & District Band is proud to announce that the world-renowned euphonium player, Steven Mead, will be performing a masterclass with...
Aynho Car Boot 27th August posted 6 Aug 2018, 08:00 by David Carlisle [ updated 6 Aug 2018, 08:01 ] Car Boot Sale 27 August 7.30am to 12.30pm £7 per car, £10 per car with trailer or van. www.aynho.org/carboot...
New Comet bus service Souldern– Bicester posted 28 Jun 2018, 12:32 by David Carlisle The Following community bus service will commence on Monday 25th ofJune 2018 for a 20week trial. The bus will operate every Monday, making two runs into...
Chapel Anniversary Weekend posted 12 Jun 2018, 12:34 by David Carlisle [ updated 12 Jun 2018, 12:46 ] Anniversary Weekend Sunday 17 June 2:30pm Service (Suitable for all ages) followed by celebratory tea Preacher: Rev M. Nicholls All welcome,...
Goldfish looking for a good home posted 10 Jun 2018, 08:55 by David Carlisle Nicholas Johnstone and Christine Kane contacted the website with the following offer: HelloWe moved into Fox Hollies, Foxhill Lane in January and are very much enjoying living...
Wacky Races Itinerary: 23rd June
posted 5 Jun 2018, 04:53 by David Carlisle
Souldern Wacky races takes place on the 23rd JunePlease see the event page for the updated itinerary and schedule of events
GDPR: Souldern Mailing List posted 25 May 2018, 01:33 by David Carlisle The Parish Council maintain a list of email addresses used for sending out agenda for SPC meetings, and occasional other announcements.If you are a Souldern resident and wish...
Annual Parish Meeting and SPC Meeting 7pm/7.30pm 24th May posted 20 May 2018, 15:31 by David Carlisle [ updated 20 May 2018, 23:40 ] The Agenda for the Annual parish meeting, and the parish council meeting that follows have...
Mothering Sunday Service 11th March posted 3 Mar 2018, 06:20 by Souldern Village Mothering Sunday Service 11th March 2018 Souldern Chapel invites you to their Mothering Sunday Family Service at 2.30pm. The service will be led by Miss Beryl Green...
Bring and Buy Sale 10th March (Souldern Village Defibrilator) posted 3 Mar 2018, 09:39 by Souldern Village [ updated 3 Mar 2018, 09:41 ] Bring N Buy Sale 10th March 2pm – 4pm Souldern Village Hall All funds raised...
Statement from Cllr Hugo Brown on the Oxfordshire Housing and Growth Deal posted 13 Feb 2018, 13:34 by Souldern Village [ updated 13 Feb 2018, 13:38 ] Dear Parish Clerk I am writing to you, and to...
Wacky Races 2018 Launch Event posted 11 Feb 2018, 10:24 by David Carlisle The will be a meeting at The Fox at 8pm on Thursday 8th March to launch the 2018 Wacky Races Event. All are invited. Further details of...
Defibrillator demonstration 18th January posted 15 Jan 2018, 12:31 by David Carlisle [ updated 15 Jan 2018, 12:38 ] The possibility of obtaining a defibrillator for the village has been discussed at recent Parish Council meetings. We have now...
Cherwell District Council: mobile phone signal survey posted 14 Jan 2018, 11:51 by David Carlisle [ updated 14 Jan 2018, 11:53 ] Cherwell District Council overview and Scrutiny Committee would like to find out which areas of the district...
Survey on an increase in council tax to help protect operational policing is launched: Closing Date: Thursday 11th January posted 7 Jan 2018, 18:03 by David Carlisle [ updated 7 Jan 2018, 18:04 ] The Police and Crime Commissioner...
Consultation on draft plans for the changing rooms at the Village Hall posted 10 Dec 2017, 02:18 by David Carlisle [ updated 10 Dec 2017, 02:19 ] The parish council is soliciting comments on plans for the rooms adjacent...
Christmas at Souldern Chapel posted 2 Dec 2017, 03:47 by David Carlisle Happy Christmas Everyone at Souldern Wesleyan Chapel would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas and a Peaceful New Year You are invited to join us at...
Parish Council Meeting: November 23 posted 5 Nov 2017, 11:14 by Souldern Village The date of the next public Souldern Parish Council Meeting has been changed from the 9th November to 23rd November. As usual, at 7.30pm in the Village...
New footpath route posted 5 Nov 2017, 04:35 by Souldern Village As noted in the recent Parish Council newsletter, the footpath past Lower Souldern Grounds to the viaduct has been re-routed. The footpath description on this site has been updated...
Souldern Conservation Area
posted 30 Oct 2017, 15:54 by David Carlisle
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The revision of the Souldern Conservation area has been approved, see the details at the Cherwell District Council site: https://www.cherwell.gov.uk/directory-record/1829/souldern
Nearly New Baby and Child Sale
posted 16 Oct 2017, 12:11 by David Carlisle
SUNDAY 29th OCTOBER SOULDERN VILLAGE HALL 10am-1pm 50p entrance, Proceeds to Souldern Playground
Car Parking During Roadworks posted 3 Oct 2017, 11:58 by David Carlisle [ updated 3 Oct 2017, 12:00 ] Souldern Parish Council Notice Whilst Road resurfacing works take place Car Parking is Available In The Field Opposite Beech House...
2017 Christmas Party posted 3 Oct 2017, 01:43 by David Carlisle Inviting all Souldern Children Grandchildren to join us for a Christmas Party on 17 December in the Village Hall from 4.00pm – 6.00pm Featuring the children’s entertainer Mrs Marvel,...
Hill and High Street Resurfacing posted 29 Sep 2017, 02:10 by David Carlisle [ updated 1 Oct 2017, 10:16 ] Hill and High Street Resurfacing (updated text) The roadworks are now scheduled to commence on Thursday 5th October...
Temporary Road Closure – Souldern, Wharf Lane posted 15 Sep 2017, 11:10 by David Carlisle Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice – S14 Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 Temporary Road Closure – Souldern, Wharf Lane A request has been received from...
SPC 2016-17 Annual Return
posted 15 Sep 2017, 11:01 by David Carlisle
Sections 1-3 of the Annual Return for Souldern Parish Council have been posted to the website. See also the documents on the Transparency page.
Souldern Church Harvest Weekend posted 2 Sep 2017, 02:10 by David Carlisle Harvest Weekend—7th & 8th October Village Consultation: The church will be open all weekend with displays and proposals for improving facilities, making it more accessible and more welcoming...
Souldern Church Harvest Scarecrow Competition posted 2 Sep 2017, 02:15 by David Carlisle [ updated 12 Sep 2017, 23:55 ] Harvest Scarecrow Competition Join in the fun and create your own Scarecrow! Free entry!Entry forms with guidelines from Barbara...
Souldern Church Autumn Clean-up posted 2 Sep 2017, 02:06 by David Carlisle Saturday 30th SeptemberA seasonal clean up of the church, inside and out, is planned from 10am. Volunteers with garden tools and/or cleaning equipment will be most welcome and...
Souldern Horticultural Society Show
posted 10 Aug 2017, 16:34 by David Carlisle
Souldern Horticultural Society Show 19th August, Village HallEntry forms should be submitted by 8pm 16th August.
NEW RUBBISH COLLECTION DAYS
posted 1 Aug 2017, 13:29 by David Carlisle
NEW RUBBISH COLLECTION DAYS!FROM AUGUST 1st:THURSDAYSThe first collection will be RECYCLING on Thursday 3rd August.
Parish Council 2016-17 accounts posted 27 Jul 2017, 12:21 by David Carlisle The financial papers for the Parish Council in 2016-17 have just been posted to the website.Links to the main documents are on the SPC Transparency page, with further...
Public Path Diversion and Definitive Map and Statement Modification Order 2017 posted 19 Jul 2017, 17:12 by David Carlisle [ updated 19 Jul 2017, 17:14 ] The Oxfordshire County Council Souldern Footpath No 1 (part) Public Path Diversion and...
Parish Council meeting: Thursday 20th July posted 10 Jul 2017, 13:19 by David Carlisle [ updated 10 Jul 2017, 13:21 ] The agenda for the next SPC meeting at 7.30pm in the village Hall in Thursday 20th July has...
It's A Knockout
posted 15 May 2017, 13:07 by Souldern Village
Further information about the It's a Knockout event have been posted to this website. (As well as on fliers posted around the village.)
Easter Egg Hunt Photographs
posted 15 May 2017, 13:50 by David Carlisle
An album of photographs (thanks to Joanna Oakhill) of the Easter Egg Hunt is available from the Gallery page.
Annual Parish Meeting 2017
posted 15 May 2017, 01:12 by Souldern Village
The Annual Parish Meeting is this Thursday at 7pm followed by a regular Parish Council Meeting.Agenda for both meetings have been posted to the Parish Council page.
Updated Footpath pages posted 14 May 2017, 14:09 by Souldern Village The Canal Towpath description has been updated with new pictures taken for this site. In addition, all footpath description pages on the site now have a link to an...
Footpaths to Aynho
posted 10 May 2017, 13:05 by David Carlisle
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The descriptions of the footpaths to Aynho via Souldern Mill, Hackerty's Way and Souldern Church have been updated.
Footpaths to Coughton and Tusmore
posted 30 Apr 2017, 11:46 by David Carlisle
The footpath descriptions of the footpaths to Croughton and Tusmore have been updated.
Footpaths to Fritwell
posted 22 Apr 2017, 13:30 by David Carlisle
The footpath pages of the three footpaths to Fritwell have been updated.
Footpath from the top of Foxhill Lane
Footpath from Hill House
Portway Bridleway
Updated footpath descriptions
posted 15 Apr 2017, 10:15 by David Carlisle
Several footpath descriptions have been updated recently:
Wharf Lane, Wharf Lane to Souldern Grounds Lane and the Green, Wharf Farm to Clifton.
Summer Event 2017 posted 25 Mar 2017, 17:40 by David Carlisle [ updated 25 Mar 2017, 17:41 ] The Souldern summer event 2017 will be based around Its A Knockout. It will be on Saturday 17th June, details will...
Souldern Stomp: Sunday 30th April 2017
posted 25 Mar 2017, 17:37 by David Carlisle
The next stomp will be on the 30th April, details on the Stomp page.
Souldern Easter Egg Hunt: Sunday 16th April posted 25 Mar 2017, 17:31 by David Carlisle [ updated 15 May 2017, 13:39 ] Souldern Village Grand Easter Egg Hunt Where: The Grounds of Souldern Manor (By kind permission of Rosie...
Parish Council Meeting posted 14 Mar 2017, 07:06 by David Carlisle [ updated 14 Mar 2017, 07:36 ] The next SPC meeting is on Thursday at 7.30pm in the Village hall. The Agenda has been published on the SPC...
Coffee Morning: 1st February posted 24 Jan 2017, 05:34 by David Carlisle [ updated 24 Jan 2017, 05:36 ] Coffee Morning Wednesday 1st February 11-12:30 in the village hall If you would like a lift to the hall please...
Souldern Parish Council Meetings posted 20 Jan 2017, 12:49 by David Carlisle [ updated 14 Sep 2017, 08:27 ] Souldern Parish Council meetings are held in the Village Hall at 7.30pm. All meetings are open to the public to...
Parish Council Meeting: 19th January posted 15 Jan 2017, 11:08 by David Carlisle The next Parish Council meeting is in the village hall at 7.30pm on Thursday 19th January.Please see the agenda available from the Souldern Parish Council page on...
Consultation on Footpath 1, Lower Souldern Grounds Farm posted 29 Dec 2016, 13:04 by David Carlisle OCC have asked the Parish Council to take part in an informal consultation into the possible diversion of footpath 1, which currently runs through...
Ten Pin Bowling posted 26 Nov 2016, 15:13 by David Carlisle Stop Press Thanks to the generosity of the Souldern United Charity we are now also able to offer the older children of Souldern, who may be a little...
Christmas Party posted 26 Nov 2016, 15:11 by David Carlisle Inviting all Souldern Children & Grandchildren to join us for a Christmas Party on 18 December in the Village Hall from 4.00pm – 6.00pm Featuring the children’s entertainer Mr Marvel,...
Christmas Lunch posted 26 Nov 2016, 15:22 by David Carlisle [ updated 28 Nov 2016, 00:03 ] As announced in the recent newsletter, a Christmas lunch in the village hall is being arranged on December 7th. Residents should by...
Souldern Stomp posted 25 Nov 2016, 07:45 by Souldern Village [ updated 25 Nov 2016, 07:45 ] As announced in the last newsletter, a village walk, followed by lunch at the pub, was organised last month, pictures have been...
Parish Council Meeting: November 17th
posted 12 Nov 2016, 03:24 by David Carlisle
The agenda for the next SPC meeting on Thursday 17th has been posted to the website
Souldern Parish Council Vacancy posted 3 Nov 2016, 14:08 by David Carlisle Councillor As one of the existing Councillors has moved away a vacancy has arisen for a replacement. If you are interested in serving your community in a practical...
Parish Clerk Vacancy posted 2 Nov 2016, 12:53 by David Carlisle Souldern Parish Council A vacancy exists for a new Parish Clerk An exciting opportunity to be involved in the shaping of our community The flexible working hours are salaried...
Souldern Village Autumn Sale posted 1 Nov 2016, 00:47 by David Carlisle [ updated 4 Nov 2016, 01:50 ] Saturday 12th November Souldern Village Hall This year our Autumn Sale will be supporting a new venture, our own village...
Funeral of Aubrey Reeve
posted 1 Nov 2016, 16:39 by David Carlisle
The funeral of Aubrey Reeve will take place at Souldern Chapel at 11am on Tuesday 8th November.
New History Page: Souldern Burials
posted 4 Oct 2016, 10:58 by David Carlisle
A new history page has been added, on the Anglo-Saxon burials and artefacts discovered in Souldern in the 1840's.
Souldern Parish Council accounts 2015-16
posted 2 Oct 2016, 11:44 by David Carlisle
Papers relating to the 2015-16 financial year have been published by the Parish Council.
Please see the Transparency and SPC Documents pages.
New History page added: Robert Jones posted 2 Oct 2016, 11:39 by David Carlisle [ updated 2 Oct 2016, 11:40 ] An article (originally published in Oxoniensia) on Rev. Robert Jones, friend of Wordsworth and Rector of Souldern has...
New constituency boundary proposals posted 14 Sep 2016, 08:10 by David Carlisle As you may have heard, new parliamentary constituency boundaries have been proposed, the full details are available at the Boundary Commission's portal site.As shown in the above maps,...
Temporary closure of footpath 11 posted 14 Aug 2016, 03:04 by David Carlisle [ updated 14 Aug 2016, 03:36 ] ADVANCE NOTICE: TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF FOOTPATH 11 Notification has been received from the Canal and River Trust that...
Parish Clerk posted 8 Aug 2016, 01:22 by Souldern Village Souldern Parish Council Is looking to appoint a new Parish Clerk to assist Councillors in the day to day running of Parish Business and protect our beautiful village with its...
Oxford Psalmody at St Mary's Souldern, 3rd September posted 31 Jul 2016, 08:29 by David Carlisle [ updated 11 Aug 2016, 17:22 ] Oxford Psalmody Visit to Souldern Church 10 am Saturday 3rd September 2016 Since the year 2000...
Parish Council Meeting
posted 18 Jul 2016, 05:00 by David Carlisle
Souldern Parish Council Meeting to take place on Thursday 21st July 2016 at 7:30pm in the Village Hall.
The Agenda has been posted on the Parish Council page.
Wacky Races Pictures
posted 30 Jun 2016, 14:52 by David Carlisle
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Photographs (thanks to Joanna Oakhill) of the Wacky Races Event are available from the event pages.
The Queen's 90th Birthday Celebrations.
posted 30 Jun 2016, 14:49 by David Carlisle
Photographs (thanks to Joanna Oakhill) of the celebrations for the Queen's 90th Birthday are available in the gallery.
Souldern Vision
posted 30 Jun 2016, 14:52 by David Carlisle
The Souldern Vision booklet describing the results of the survey of villagers is now available on the website, as PDF and as web pages.
New pages in History section
posted 30 Jun 2016, 14:38 by David Carlisle
New pages added recently to the Souldern History area:Jack Callow's Book Linger-a-While describing early 20th Century Souldern life.A 1906 history of Catholic families in Souldern.
Souldern Conservation Area Appraisal posted 2 Jun 2016, 15:54 by Souldern Village Souldern Conservation Area Appraisal Cherwell District Council have published a draft appraisal of the Souldern Conservation Area. The PDF is available from their website. Paper copies are available...
Parish Council Meetings on the 19th May posted 16 May 2016, 01:35 by David Carlisle Reminder of the Annual Parish Meeting (followed by regular Parish Council meeting) on the 19th May. All are invited to attend. Agenda have been posted...
Cherwell Valley Benefice Trail of Exhibitions posted 16 May 2016, 01:21 by David Carlisle Sat & Sun 21st & 22nd, 28th & 29th May Exhibition of Artwork & Creativity in each Church of the Benefice Please see the attached poster....
Church and Chapel Together posted 9 May 2016, 16:32 by Souldern Village Souldern Church & Souldern Chapel are working together to provide Sunday Worship for children, youth & families. Please see the details on the Church & Chapel Sunday School...
Election Results: Deddington Ward posted 6 May 2016, 08:27 by David Carlisle Deddington WardNamePartyVotes Aaron Bliss The Green Party684 Alasdair Brown Labour654 Hugo Brown Conservative (3Y term) 1,573 Aubrey Ellis UKIP408 Polly Foster Labour462 Mike Kerford-Byrnes Conservative (2Y term) 1,460 Annette...
Her Majesty the Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebrations posted 2 May 2016, 03:38 by David Carlisle [ updated 2 May 2016, 15:11 by Souldern Village ] Her Majesty the Queen’s 90th Birthday Celebrations in Souldern Sunday 12th June 11am Celebration...
Missing Souldern Slides posted 28 Apr 2016, 10:44 by Souldern Village [ updated 28 Apr 2016, 10:46 ] In the 1970s and onwards John McDouall the Parish Clerk together with other Villagers took a number of slides of Souldern...
Audrey Westbury posted 17 Apr 2016, 08:43 by Souldern Village It is with great sadness that we wish to announce the death of Mrs Audrey Florence Westbury Aged 89 years who passed away peacefully on Saturday 9th April 2016...
Village Hall AGM: 14th APRIL 2016 posted 5 Apr 2016, 12:21 by David Carlisle [ updated 5 Apr 2016, 12:22 ] Support your Village Hall and voice your views THURSDAY 14th APRIL 2016 SOULDERN VILLAGE HALL AGM @ 7.30pm...
Souldern Car Boot Sales posted 5 Apr 2016, 12:15 by David Carlisle [ updated 8 Aug 2016, 02:28 ] Dates for the 2016 Season1st May29th May7th August4th SeptemberPlaying Fields, SouldernBuyers: from 7.30 am to 12 noonRefreshments/Bacon rolls and free...
100 Club: January and February Winners posted 5 Apr 2016, 12:10 by David Carlisle [ updated 5 Apr 2016, 12:37 ] January 2016 Draw1st No.66 Jo Abernethy - £202nd No.25 Alma Giles - £10February 2016 Draw1st No.143 Gordon Wrighton...
Updated Information for Souldern Wacky Races Event
posted 31 Mar 2016, 13:08 by Souldern Village
An updated information sheet and Regulations for Souldern Wacky Races in June is now available on the event page.
Souldern Vision Meeting posted 27 Mar 2016, 02:52 by David Carlisle Please join us for an exhibition led by Cherwell District Council 4pm-6:30pm followed by a public meeting from 7pm-8:30pm During which time refreshments will be served and the Souldern...
Parish Council Meeting Agenda: 17th March
posted 14 Mar 2016, 02:32 by David Carlisle
The next Parish Council meeting is on Thursday 17th March at 7.30pm in the Village Hall.The Agenda is available from this site.
Gigaclear Fibre Broadband now live in Souldern posted 8 Mar 2016, 05:38 by David Carlisle The Gigaclear Fibre Broadband network is now live in the village.The separate list of announcements detailing the stages of the installation has been removed from...
Wacky Races Launch Event
posted 15 Feb 2016, 13:43 by David Carlisle
All are invited to the Wacky Races Launch Event at the Village Hall, 7pm Thursday 10th March.
100 Club: December winners
posted 2 Feb 2016, 12:36 by David Carlisle
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£20: Mr & Mrs Croot
£10: Graham Waters Christmas Bonus (£30) Sue Medhurst
Two new Souldern Directories (1924 and 1939)
posted 10 Dec 2015, 11:04 by David Carlisle
Two new Souldern historical directory entries have been added, for 1924 and 1939. Perhaps there are some names that you recognise!
Chapel & Sunday School Christmas Service posted 6 Dec 2015, 16:27 by David Carlisle All are welcome to the Chapel and Sunday School service at 2.30pm on Sunday 13th December. Recitations and musical performances from the children. Tea will be...
Pheasants all caught ! posted 29 Nov 2015, 14:15 by David Carlisle [ updated 30 Nov 2015, 03:42 ] The pheasants have now all been caught and removed from the website. In case you were wondering, they were on...
Gigaclear Fibre Broadband: Build Started posted 27 Nov 2015, 15:07 by David Carlisle Announcement from Gigaclear:We are delighted to announce that Souldern has reached the number of orders needed to secure the Gigaclear ultrafast fibre broadband network! The construction of your new network actually started...
Parish Council Meeting posted 15 Nov 2015, 13:08 by David Carlisle [ updated 15 Nov 2015, 13:08 ] The next Parish Council meeting is on Thursday in the Village Hall. See the Agenda which has been posted to this...
Gigaclear Demo
posted 13 Nov 2015, 11:01 by Souldern Village
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Demonstration of Gigaclear internet access at Aynho Village Hall 28th November 11am to 4.30pm. Details and Register online
WINNER! posted 11 Nov 2015, 12:28 by David Carlisle Winner! Harriet Turney (5) is the first person to find all five pheasants! A book token will be presented shortly. The pheasants will be on the site for a few weeks...
Pheasant Spotted! posted 7 Nov 2015, 03:45 by David Carlisle [ updated 7 Nov 2015, 03:46 ] A clue for any pheasant spotters out there. One has been seen running along a footpath between Foxhill Lane and Bates lane!...
Katharine House Sale posted 4 Nov 2015, 14:53 by David Carlisle Village Hall Saturday 7th November 2pm – 4pm Raffle Good as New Tombola Cakes Bric a Brac Hospice Merchandise Christmas Cards For more information please contact Lynda Palmer 07592...
Souldern Website posted 31 Oct 2015, 01:30 by Souldern Village [ updated 31 Oct 2015, 01:36 ] Finally, thanks to the efforts of David Carlisle and his band of helpers we have a website for the village. www.souldern.org will...
Escaped Pheasants! posted 31 Oct 2015, 01:34 by Souldern Village [ updated 31 Oct 2015, 02:00 ] 5 pheasants have escaped on to the souldern.org website! 5 prizes will be offered, one each for the first five Souldern residents...
Community Market
posted 15 Oct 2015, 15:55 by David Carlisle
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A Community Market will be held this Saturday in the Village hall.
Souldern Vision
posted 8 Oct 2015, 13:57 by Souldern Village
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Questionnaires are being delivered to every household in the Parish. Please complete and they will be collected.
100 Club: July Winners
posted 6 Oct 2015, 11:14 by David Carlisle
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£20: Doreen Carey
£10: Eddie Lillis
100 Club: August Winners
posted 6 Oct 2015, 11:19 by David Carlisle
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£20: Alma Giles
£10: Joanna Carlisle
Broadband Meeting posted 30 Sep 2015, 04:58 by David Carlisle [ updated 30 Sep 2015, 04:59 ] There will be a meeting to discuss Broadband provision to the Village at 7.30pm, Wednesday 14th October at The Great Barn, Aynho....
Rodney Allan Memorial Concert posted 27 Sep 2015, 14:52 by Souldern Village [ updated 27 Sep 2015, 14:52 ] A concert in memory of Rodney Allan will be held at 7:00pm Saturday 24th October in St Mary's Church.Souldern Church...
Harvest Supper
posted 27 Sep 2015, 14:49 by Souldern Village
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Harvest Supper, Saturday 3rd October at 7pm in the Village Hall., Tickets available from Pam Bailey.
Souldern Parish Council Meeting, 24th September posted 17 Sep 2015, 10:41 by David Carlisle [ updated 17 Sep 2015, 10:41 ] You are invited to the Souldern Parish Council Meeting to take place on Thursday 24th September 2015 7:30...
Souldern Wesleyan Chapel Harvest Festival posted 12 Sep 2015, 15:32 by David Carlisle 20th September 2015, Everyone very welcome.2.30pm: Family Thanksgiving with the children taking part. Followed by tea in the school room.6.00pm: Evening Worship and Thanksgiving.Both services to be...
#Souldern on Twitter!
posted 4 Sep 2015, 00:45 by David Carlisle
If you have some information to share with the village, tweet #Souldern and it should appear in the twitter feed on the right of the site home page.
Testing the new Souldern Website
posted 4 Sep 2015, 00:41 by David Carlisle
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Testing a new information source for people living in the Souldern area.