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1st September 2026 – unratified

Cropwell Bishop Parish Council

7.00pm At the Old School
(The meeting started at 7.03pm and finished at 8.47pm)

Present: Cllrs. W. Allison, M. Beazley, C. Bryan, R. Gudgin, I. McEachran, A. Wilson, P. Wregg, & J. Wroughton (Chairman)

In Attendance: Clerk, Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C. & 3 Public Members

Apologies Approved

Cllr. M. Barlow – Work

Declarations of Interest & Confirmation of Agenda

Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest Cllr. Wilson Agenda Item 5E, Cllr. Wroughton Agenda item 5f), Cllr. Wilson, Cllr. Wregg & Cllr. Clarke Agenda Item 10, Cllr. Wroughton & Cllr. Wilson Agenda Item 12b
The agenda was confirmed.
Standing Orders were suspended at 7.05pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees to speak to the meeting.

Parishioners’ Question Time & Policing Report

No Parishioners Questions.

Crime Figures

There were 55 crimes in the Wiverton Group in May 2026. 35 in Cotgrave, 3 in Langar/Barnstone, 1 in Saxondale, 4 in Cropwell Butler and 11 in Cropwell Bishop.

6 – Burglary
2 – Antisocial Behaviour
1 – Criminal Damage & Arson
2 – Other Crimes

There were 58 crimes in the Wiverton Group in June 2026 – 45 in Cotgrave, 1 in Saxondale, 2 in Colston Bassett, 2 in Barnstone, 2 in Cropwell Butler and 6 in Cropwell Bishop.

3 – Violence & Sexual Offences
1 – Antisocial Behaviour
1 – Criminal Damage & Arson
1 – Other Crimes

Standing Orders reinstated at 7.07pm

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

Cllr. Bryan proposed the minutes of the Ordinary Parish Council Meeting on the 7th July 2026 were a true record, Cllr. Wilson seconded – all agreed
It Was Unanimously:
RESOLVED: “That the Parish Council meeting held on 7th July 2026 were confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman”.

Progress

M.100 7/7/26 – RoSPA Safety Inspection – Swing Mixed Bay – Surface Issues
The Clerk asked Streetscape to come and inspect the surface as it was faulty and crumbling. Streetscape have inspected the surface and agreed to rectify the issues once the school holidays have finished.
M.110 7/7/26 – Overhanging Growth on the Pavement
COMPLETE: The overgrowth has now been removed.

Planning Matters & Applications

RBC Grant Permission 26/00676/FUL – Erection of 2 additional units and associated parking – Canalside Industrial Park, Kinoulton Road, Cropwell Bishop.
NOTED
RBC Grant Permission 26/01032/LBC – Replace existing softwood timber windows and doors with bespoke hardwood timber and doors – 18 Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop.
NOTED
RBC New Application 26/01242/FUL – Single storey side extension/garage. Erection of 2-metre-high fencing side and rear boundary. New front porch canopy roof. New drop kerb to front – 51 Cooper Close, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BJ
It Was Unanimously:
RESOLVED: “No Objection.”
RBC New Application 26/01317/FUL – Erection of a detached dwelling (self-build) with a detached garage/workshop, following demolition of existing dwelling and stable – 19 Colston Road, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BJ
It Was Unanimously:
RESOLVED: “No Objection.”

Finance

1. Financial Statement up to 31st July 2026
  It Was Unanimously:
  RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement.”
1. Financial Statement up to 27th August 2026
  It Was Unanimously:
  RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement.”
1. Payments made July to 27th August 2026 and Awaiting September 2026
  It Was Unanimously:
  RESOLVED: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 217”.
1. To Note Conclusion of External Audit & Dates of Notice of Public Rights
  It Was Noted: Completed the Audit with the following comment: “We note the smaller authority did not comply with Regulation 15 of the Accounts and Audit Regulations 2015 as it failed to make proper provision during the year 2026/27 for the exercise of public rights, since the correct information was not published on the website. As a result, the smaller authority must answer “No” to Assertion 4 of the Annual Governance Statement for 2026/27 and ensure it makes proper provision for the exercise of public rights during 2027/28”.
  
  The notice of public rights would commence on the 2nd September 2026. The Conclusion of Audit and Notice of Public Rights will be placed into the Notice Boards and on the Website.
1. To Consider E-Mail from Friends of School Requesting a Donation for a Space Frame at The School Play Area
  The chairman advised that there were not enough funds in the Community Grant Fund to help, but the Clerk had advised she had checked with R.B.C. and we could offer funds from our CIL monies as it benefited the children of the village. Cllr. Wroughton proposed we pay £1,000 to the Friend of School towards the project from CIL monies, Cllr. Allison seconded – Cllr. Wilson abstained, all other councillors agreed.
  It Was:
  RESOLVED: “To pay Friends of School £1,000 from CIL Monies towards the Space Frame”.
1. To Consider Community Grant Request from CKOB Club – Public Liability Insurance
  Cllr. Wregg proposed a £200 grant be issued to the CKOB Club for the insurance, Cllr. McEachran seconded – Cllrs. Wilson & Wroughton abstained, all other councillors agreed.
  It Was:
  RESOLVED: “To approve a community grant payment of £200 to CKOB for the insurance.”

Correspondence for Action

1. To Consider Attendance to Rushcliffe Annual Town and Parish Conference Thursday 15th October 2026.
  The Clerk and Cllrs. Beazley, Bryan, Wilson, Wregg & Wroughton will all attend.
1. To Consider Attendance to NALC AGM on Wednesday 21st October at Calverton Village Hall
  The Clerk & Cllr. Wroughton Will Attend. Cllr. Wroughton will be a voting delegate.

To Consider Consolidation/Change to Clerk Working Hours

Cllr. Wroughton advised she had discussed the proposed changes of hours to Monday to Thursday 9.00am to 4.30pm with Friday off with the Clerk. The Clerk has advised that should anything urgent come up or events etc. dictate she needed to work a Friday she would do so and swap hours around. The Clerk would like the last working Friday to be the 18th September and will advertise the changes in the September Cropwell News and the village information pages. Cllr. McEachran proposed the change of hours, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed.
It Was Unanimously:
RESOLVED: “To approve the change of Clerk working hours to 9.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday with Friday off. The last working Friday being the 18th September.”

Update on Village Green Open Spaces Ball Games

Notice had been served that the goal posts had to be removed by the end of August. As of the morning of the 1st September the goal posts had been removed.
Action: Some issues were raised with regards to chairs being left on the green for quite some time, Cllr. Gudgin was either going to speak to the residents and ask for them to be removed or advise the Clerk of the address so a request letter to remove them could be sent.

LGR – Date for Shadow Unitary Councils/Parish Council Elections

Due to the recent Local Government Reorganisation decision, there will be Shadow Unitary Elections and Parish Council Elections on the 6th May 2027. The shadow council will be elected to run alongside the existing councils for 1 year.
Parish Council Elections will also take place, but this will mean that Parish Councillors are standing for a 5-year term. This is to bring things in line for the next elections which will be in 2032.

Parish Councillors will have to bare this in mind when they make their decision to stand in the elections or not. It would be helpful for the Clerk to know who does and does not wish to re-stand in January to assist in the election campaign process.

Cllr. Clarke advised that District Councils have put a proposal to Government for Ward Boundaries.

Cllr. Clarke has written to Government to express his concerns of the Ward Boundaries proposed by the City Councils as they are unworkable rurally.

The Memorial Hall

1. Update on The Memorial Hall
  A report was put to the meeting from the Memorial Hall Chair (copy attached at the end of minutes).
  Cllr. Wroughton advised that the Rabbit holes mentioned in the report had been filled in and that a quote is being awaited for the works on the hedgerows.
  Cllr. Wregg thanked Cllrs. Bryan, Gudgin & McEachran for their help with the Chillin in The Park event. It was a successful run out for the Marquees and noted all risk assessments etc., had been completed for the Marquees.
1. The Launch Field
  A report was produced by the Memorial Hall. (copy attached at the end of minutes).
  Cllr. Wregg advised the Memorial Hall were looking at a rent review for TLF and considering putting the rent up from £15 to £17.50 per hour (increase from £30 per session to £35 per session). Cllr. Wregg had been asked to ask the Parish Council if the extra £5 could be retained by the Memorial Hall and not split with the rent share to the Parish Council.
  Cllr. Gudgin advised TLF were worried about the rent increase and would potentially look to the parish council for some funding. The Clerk advised this would not be allowed by the Parish Council as TLF are a commercial business, therefore negating the Parish Councils ability to offer funding.
  Cllr. Wroughton proposed the Parish Council would retain a full 50% of the rent share as the maintenance costs for the field etc., was also increasing, Cllr. Beazley seconded. 5 Councillors voted for the proposal, Cllrs. Wilson & Wregg abstained.
  It Was:
  RESOLVED: “The Parish Council would wish to retain 50% of the rent share”.

Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections

The Ranger/Lengthsman has been busy clearing weeds and hay debris from the highways.
The Lengthsman has been attempting to make some decent edgings of grass on footpaths within the village.
A report has been done regarding blocked drains along Fern Road and Nottingham Road and reported to VIA for inspection. Cllr. Clarke followed this through with VIA on our behalf and the Clerk has received an email to say they are all going to be inspected. Some drains have already been marked for clearing.
The Ranger has been out and cut the grass within the village to remove the weeds and wispy grass that has been growing on the verges etc.
The Chairman reported The Lengthsman had an incident whilst grass cutting where a lorry chucked a stone up and it hit in the face just under his eye. It has been noted in the accident book; he had it checked at the GP and there was no serious damage.
The Ranger/Lengthsman is to wear his PPE whilst grass cutting. The Ranger/Lengthsman has goggles and a face protection mask already provided.

The Old School

1. Entertainments, Activities & User Update
  Grease was cancelled in July due to poor ticket take up.
  The September Film is The Devil Wears Prada 2.
  Live music by the Graham Transfield Band will be performing on the 26th of September, October will host a Mountain Gorilla talk and December will host a winter quiz.
  Films for October and November are to be decided as there are some licencing issues with the films they want to show.
1. CKOB Club Update
  Cllr. Wroughton advised CKOB resumes on the 4th September with the new Year 6 intake.
  Cllr. Wroughton is looking at being well equipped for supporting those with any special needs by ensuring the associated equipment is in place such as Epi pens etc.
  Cllr. Wroughton will be arranging Safeguarding training for the regular volunteers and wishes to undertake further Safeguarding training herself as CKOB lead and the Parish Council Safeguarding lead. Cllr. Wroughton was advised that her Safeguarding training would be paid for by the Parish Council.
  This year’s panto has been booked for the 10th December at the Curve Theatre in Leicester who are showing Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The cost is £25 per child plus the bus, and they get 1 free adult place with every 10 children. The Christmas party will be on the 18th December.
  Volunteers are required for every session Cllr. Wroughton will be doing requests for that.

Transport

The Chairman wished to thank Cllr. Greenwood for his recent summary of when and where people can use the bus services for evening entertainment – a great summary.

Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues

1. DMMO Mill Lane.
  Standing Orders were suspended at 8.10pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees to speak to the meeting.
  Jonathan Good spoke to the Parish Council about the DMMO order. To enable the DMMO order to proceed Jonathan Good must prove he has asked if anyone knows who owns the land. Therefore, was requesting the Parish Council answer to this question and send confirmation of this to N.C.C. DMMO department and to have it registered in the minutes. There had also been mention of the usage of the now co-op car park for access to residents to improve exiting onto Nottingham Road.
Standing Orders reinstated at 8.17pm
The suggested Parish Council statement for sending to the DMMO office and be added to the minutes is:

“To the best of the Parish Councils knowledge, the Parish Council does not have any information regarding ownership or liability in respect of Mill Lane and has not been able to ascertain any information in this regard. Nor does it have any knowledge of any legal agreements or otherwise in respect of the frontage of the Co-op supermarket”

Cllr. Gudgin proposed the above statement to be sent to the DMMO and be retained in these minutes, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed.
It Was Unanimously:
RESOLVED: “The statement to be sent and recorded is to the best of the Parish Councils knowledge, the Parish Council does not have any information regarding ownership or liability in respect of Mill Lane and has not been able to ascertain any information in this regard. Nor does it have any knowledge of any legal agreements or otherwise in respect of the frontage of the Co-op supermarket.”
1. Update on Sunken Road Surface Fern Road.
  Repair works have taken place over the last 2 weeks in this area, however, there were some questions as to finish of the works and the potential success as the subbase had developed a hole before it was finished and after the finish surface has been applied there is still quite a significant dip in the road.
  Action: Cllr. Clarke will report this back to N.C.C.
1. Update on Safety Signage for Pedestrians Crossing on Kinoulton Road
  Cllr. Clarke advised he will follow this up with VIA.
Cllr. Wroughton advised she has been speaking with Cllr. Clarke re the possibility of plateau ramps being installed on Nottingham Road to slow the traffic down, these seem to be successful in Radcliffe on Trent and in East Leake. Cllr. Clarke advise these were very expensive projects, but he would speak to Highways regarding any possibility.
1. Community Speed Watch
  Cllr. Wregg advised that Cllr. Bryan had looked at the speed gun which required a new part that could possibly made with a 3D printer. Cllr. Wregg is going to investigate this possibility. A new gun may be required if the part cannot be made.
  Cllr. Wregg advised that on Thursday August 13th James Naish and his assistant attended a session at 9am on Nottingham Road. 307 cars came through in an hour where 20 cars were recorded going over 36mph and 6 were dong over 45mph.
  Action: It was requested that Cllr. Clarke find out the recent statistics from the Speed tubes placed on Nottingham Road.

The Environment/Biodiversity

A report from the tree warden is attached.
We have once again been offered 6 free trees as part of the R.B.C. tree scheme. This has been sent to the Warden to see if she is aware of any sites suitable.

Councillors Reports

Cllr. Wroughton advised that an afternoon tea took place in August for all the village garden volunteers. It was very well received and enjoyed. The garden volunteers wished to thank the Parish Council.
Cllr. Wroughton asked for attendees to the September and October Saturday Cafés. September – Cllrs. McEachran, Wilson & Wroughton. October – Cllrs Beazley, Bryan & Wilson
Cllr. Wroughton advised the Senior Citizens Christmas Luncheon would be on Wednesday 16th December 2026.
Cllr. Wroughton asked all councillors to put an auto message on their old email addresses asking them to notify that the email address is no longer being used and signpost them to the new email address.
Cllr. Wroughton advised that for email addresses 2 factor authentication must be put in place. Darrel Towndrow will attend the Old School at 6.15pm prior to the October Parish Council if Councillors can attend with laptops and phones to enable this to be set up for all users.
Cllr. Allison advised that Cllr. Bryan and her attended the new vicar inauguration and it was a very good service.

Correspondence for Information

There is no folder for circulation any information has been circulated via email through the month.

Date of Next Meeting

6th October 2026, 7.00pm Parish Council Meeting all at The Old School (6.15pm for Email Authenticator set up)

There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.47pm

Chairman’s Signature: ___________________________ | Date: _______________

Agenda Item 10a)

CMBH Chairman’s Monthly report July/August 2026

NEW BUILDING PROGRESS & FUNDRAISING

Background work in terms of establishing the various elements that will be required for grant applications etc. continue to be set up, mainly driven by the never ending efforts of Pam Wregg and supported by some of the Committee.
“Chillin’ in the Park” event held on Sat July 18th was successful in both fundraising and Village engagement with plenty of positive feedback, so a great BIG THANKS to all involved and especially to the three acts who played for free.
As this was a last minute, and one-off event, it meant that we had to set out our objectives very carefully and gamble on many elements including the weather. One benefit from this is that we have now seen potentially what works for us and will help in organising future events such as the Summer 2027 coming soon.
As we come to the end of our Bric a Brac events the remaining items are to be taken to a third-party Car Boot sale where we hopefully can sell a good proportion of these. Any items not sold will be delivered to the Salvation Army and Dove Cottage Charity shops. Thanks to Bob and Mel Stanley for their work through the various Bric a Brac pushes and they will continue with “small items” for sale at the Saturday Cafe events.
Obviously we can now focus on Christmas events and will be making sure that the Santa’s Sleigh run will be as successful as ever.

GENERAL

We have had a Structural Survey carried out and await the full report and the good news is that there are no critical issues with the building, just the normal deterioration and movement expected in such a structure. This means that we can carry on using the Toilet and Kitchen facilities.
Small amounts of maintenance are required including decoration to external doors which we have kindly had an offer from a resident decorator to carry out for us. We are still waiting for a quotation for more roof works which thankfully we haven’t required as yet, but no doubt will become an issue when the weather does eventually break.
With regards to the Playing Field we have watched the grass gradually turning to a crisp and trust that it will recover eventually when we get some rain. There has been further rabbit activity on the field whereby starter holes are appearing which I cannot remember seeing in previous years, and so these need to be reviewed for repairs before they become hazards. The hedgerows along the newly fenced sections will require some cutting back to ensure that the grass cutting, when it is needed, can be taken as close to the fencing as practical.
The top gates are becoming increasingly difficult to lock due to the movement of the support posts and so they will require addressing once the ground has settled back down.

PETANQUE

The turnout for this activity has been very good considering on a couple of occasions we have had to cancel due to it being too hot. Our annual Christmas lunch has already been arranged and around 16 will attend. Takings for the Kitchen continue from this very social activity and some members have been volunteers on the main events.

J J Lacey 25/08/2026

Agenda Item 10b)

The Launch Field report July/August 2026

The Launch field ended their season early at the Memorial Hall on the 11th of July making way for Chillin in the Park on the 18th July, before the start of the school holidays.

Training resumes on Saturday 5th September.

The Launch field are arranging a promotion at the Village School and village Facebook pages with posters at the Memorial Hall and postings on our Facebook pages.

P Wregg 25th August 2026

Agenda Item 15a) Tree Warden Report

As the PC are aware, we now have a second tree warden on board (Sebastian Ellis). We both attended a tree identification course last month, which was held at Rushcliffe Country Park and organised by Rushcliffe Council. It was a really useful day which we both benefitted from. It was all about identifying trees when they are in leaf. We are hopeful that there will be a follow-on course later in the year about identifying them in winter.

Apart from that, my time has mainly been spent recording the trees in Cropwell Bishop. So far, I have surveyed around 70 of them, covering the area at the Cropwell Butler Road end of Hoe View as well as the ‘middle greens’. There are still plenty more to do!

I have noticed that several young trees on Cropwell Meadow have died. I’m not sure whether this is through lack of water or something else, but I guess it’s quite common that new build estates have these trees planted that then get neglected. I haven’t yet recorded what’s there, so will have a better idea of the state of things once I have done that, which will maybe give me something to feed back to the company responsible for the management of that estate.

That’s it for now Jan!

Cheers,
Gill

Financial Statement August 2026

Agenda Item: 5b

August 2026 Summary
Income & Starting Balances	Amount (£)	Outgoings & Closing Balances	Amount (£)
Balance Brought Forward	153,881.89	Payments	5,948.47
Bookings	490.50	In Hand	148,822.84
Saturday Café July	35.00
CCLA Interest	311.12
C/News Ads	52.80
BALANCE	154,771.31	TOTAL	154,771.31

Bank Reconciliation
Account / Adjustment Description	Subtotal (£)	Total (£)
Current A/C (26/08/2026)	49,556.79
CCLA Investment A/C (31/07/2026)	99,165.68	148,722.47
Less Outstanding Payments	49.63	148,672.84
Plus Cash In Transit	0.00	148,672.84
Plus Cash In Hand	150.00
Reconciled Cash In Hand		148,822.84

April – August 2026 Cumulative Position
Cumulative Income	Amount (£)	Cumulative Expenditure	Amount (£)
Balance Brought Forward	122,181.10	Total Payments	49,462.83
Total Income	76,104.57	In Hand	148,822.84
Bank Interest C/A	0.00
Balance	198,285.67	Balance	198,285.67

Restricted Funds
Fund Name	Balance (£)
Parish Plan Reserves	404.00
M. Allan Bequest	619.73
CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy)	7,849.12
Old School Roof	16,440.00
TOTAL RESTRICTED FUNDS	25,312.85

Financial Statement July 2026

Agenda Item: 5a

July 2026 Summary
Income & Starting Balances	Amount (£)	Outgoings & Closing Balances	Amount (£)
Balance Brought Forward	175,556.07	Payments	17,881.66
Bookings	805.00	In Hand	153,881.89
Saturday Café June	70.00
TLF Field Rent	90.00
CCLA Interest	317.52
HMRC VAT Qtr.1	275.22
BALANCE	171,763.55	TOTAL	171,763.55

Bank Reconciliation
Account / Adjustment Description	Subtotal (£)	Total (£)
Current A/C (31/07/2026)	71,533.96
CCLA Investment A/C (30/06/2026)	98,854.56	153,824.19
Less Outstanding Payments	92.30	153,731.89
Plus Cash In Transit	0.00	153,731.89
Plus Cash In Hand	150.00
Reconciled Cash In Hand		153,881.89

April – July 2026 Cumulative Position
Cumulative Income	Amount (£)	Cumulative Expenditure	Amount (£)
Balance Brought Forward	122,181.10	Total Payments	43,514.36
Total Income	75,215.15	In Hand	153,881.89
Bank Interest	0.00
Balance	197,396.25	Balance	197,396.25

Restricted Funds
Fund Name	Balance (£)
Parish Plan Reserves	413.60
M. Allan Bequest	619.73
CIL (Community Infrastructure Levy)	7,849.12
Old School Roof	16,440.00
TOTAL RESTRICTED FUNDS	25,322.45

Payments – July & August 2026

Reference: Page 217 | Agenda Item: 5c)

Main Payments Schedule
Supplier Details	Payment Date	Chq or Ref No.	Item / Details	Net (£)	VAT (£)	Total (£)
Salaries	01/07/2026	B64-B66	June Wages	3,324.69	0.00	3,324.69
NCC Pension Fund	01/07/2026	B67	JT & NCC June Pension	773.35	0.00	773.35
HMRC Cumbernauld	01/07/2026	B68	Tax & NI Period 3	1,169.44	0.00	1,169.44
M. Kendall	01/07/2026	B69	Saturday Café June Expenses	23.45	0.00	23.45
SAB Garden Maintenance	01/07/2026	B70	June Grass Cutting & Hall Hedges Cut	660.70	0.00	660.70
Streetscape	01/07/2026	B71	Repairs to Air Walker Outdoor Gym	280.00	56.00	336.00
Krystal	01/07/2026	C23	Annual Domain Renewal	10.00	2.00	12.00
Krystal	01/07/2026	C25	Web Hosting Fee	7.00	1.40	8.40
Microsoft	01/07/2026	C24	Councillor Email Licence Fees	367.20	73.44	440.64
Amazon	01/07/2026	C26	St. Georges Flag	3.75	0.75	4.50
Morrisons	01/07/2026	C27	Bar Stock	45.02	8.48	53.50
ANNA	02/07/2026	C28	VAT Filing Qtr. 1	4.50	0.90	5.40
R.B.C.	06/07/2026	B72	Bin Empty Service Qtr.2	57.20	11.44	68.64
PWLB	07/07/2026	B73	Loan Repayment No. 28	9,646.64	0.00	9,646.64
Co-op Bank	06/07/2026	C29	Credit Card Handling Fee	2.00	0.00	2.00
Amazon	06/07/2026	C30	2 tins Anti Rust Paint	30.88	0.00	30.88
Amazon	06/07/2026	C31	Credit 1 tin faulty paint (C30)	-15.44	0.00	-15.44
Microsoft	06/07/2026	C32	Office 365	10.08	2.02	12.10
Handicentre	07/07/2026	B74	Post Crete & Gate Paint	55.60	11.12	66.72
D. Smith	14/07/2026	B75	Screwfix New Toilet Seat	8.32	1.67	9.99
Mousy Events Ltd	14/07/2026	B76	B/Castle for 8/8/26	60.00	0.00	60.00
ESPO	15/07/2026	B77	Gas 31/5/26 – 30/6/26	49.80	2.49	52.29
Herts -Notts County Supp	16/07/2026	B78	Cleaning/Hygiene Products	97.10	19.42	116.52
T. Jarrow	20/07/2026	B79	Ionnos Village Plan Web Hosting Fee	8.00	1.60	9.60
British Telecom	20/07/2026	B81	Phone & Internet Charges	50.50	10.10	60.60
JRB Enterprise	22/07/2026	B83	Dog Waste Bags	114.00	22.80	136.80
PFK Littlejohn	23/07/2026	B84	External Audit Fees 2025/26	420.00	84.00	504.00
Engie	27/07/2026	B85	Electric 1/6/26 – 30/6/27	242.10	12.10	254.20
Konica Minolta	27/07/2026	B86	Copies 28/4/26 – 27/7/26	16.23	3.25	19.48
A. Daley	27/07/2026	B87	Take P.C. Documents to Archives	9.57	0.00	9.57
Salaries	01/08/2026	B88-B90	July Wages	3,458.99	0.00	3,458.99
NCC Pension Fund	01/08/2026	B91	JT & NCC July Pension	804.19	0.00	804.19
HMRC Cumbernauld	01/08/2026	B92	Tax & NI Period 4	1,248.60	0.00	1,248.60
Amazon	01/08/2026	C33	Dust Pan & Brush Set	8.32	1.67	9.99
Co-op Bank	13/08/2026	C34	Credit Card Handling Fee	2.00	0.00	2.00
Krystal	13/08/2026	C35	Web Hosting Fee	7.00	1.40	8.40
Microsoft	13/08/2026	C36	Office 365	10.08	2.02	12.10
Konica Minolta	14/08/2026	B93	Photocopier Rental 28/7/26 – 27/10/26	35.67	7.13	42.80
ESPO	15/08/2026	B94	Gas 30/6/26 – 31/7/26	51.46	2.57	54.03
T. Jarrow	18/08/2026	B95	Ionnos Village Plan Web Hosting Fee	8.00	1.60	9.60
M. Kendall	18/08/2026	B96	Saturday Café July Expenses	20.00	0.00	20.00
AJGIBL	20/08/2026	B97	Ride On Mower Motor Insurance	91.55	10.99	102.54
British Telecom	20/08/2026	B98	Phone & Internet Charges	50.50	10.10	60.60
Everflow	21/08/2026	B99	Water Rates (interim payment)	90.00	0.00	90.00
Subtotal Payments Made				23,418.04	362.46	23,780.50

Payments Awaiting September 2026
Supplier Details	Payment Date	Chq or Ref No.	Item / Details	Net (£)	VAT (£)	Total (£)
Crohn’s & Colitis UK	22/07/2026	Chq 301918	In Memory & Thanks to Sandra Hunt	25.00	0.00	25.00
Amazon	19/08/2026	C37	Devil Wears Prada 2 DVD	9.16	1.83	10.99
Amazon	19/08/2026	C38	Basin Mixer Tap Disabled Toilet	11.37	2.27	13.64
Subtotal Awaiting Payment				45.53	4.10	49.63
TOTAL PAYMENTS				23,463.57	366.56	23,830.13

Petty Cash Reports July / August 2026
Account	Details	Income (£)	Expenditure (£)	Balance (£)
Petty Cash – Clerk
Clerk	Balance Brought Forward	–	–	38.19
Clerk	Refreshments	–	7.20	30.99
Clerk End Balance				30.99
Petty Cash – Ranger / Lengthsman
Ranger / Lengthsman	Balance Brought Forward	–	–	29.88
Ranger / Lengthsman	Fuel	–	5.04	24.84
Ranger / Lengthsman End Balance				24.84
Petty Cash – Caretaker
Caretaker	Balance Brought Forward	–	–	4.18
Caretaker End Balance				4.18

Agenda September 2026

Clerk: Mrs. J. Towndrow
The Old School, Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop, Nottingham. NG12 3BU
Telephone: 0115 9894656 | Mobile: 07798735757
Email: clerk@cropwellbishop-pc.gov.uk

Agenda Published: 26th August 2026

Dear Councillor,

You are summoned to attend the next meeting of the Parish Council on Tuesday 1st September 2026 at 7.00pm at The Old School to transact the business specified below. Members of the press & public are welcome to observe proceedings. Time will be allowed for brief public participation.

Mrs J. Towndrow – Clerk

AGENDA

To Receive and Approve Apologies for Absence
Declarations of Interest and Confirmation of Agenda
Parishioners Question Time and Police Reports
Minutes of the Previous Meeting – 7th July 2026
1. Accuracy
2. Progress
Planning Matters and Application (plus any to hand)
1. RBC Grant Permission: 26/00676/FUL – Erection of 2 additional units and associated parking – Canalside Industrial Park, Kinoulton Road, Cropwell Bishop.
2. RBC Grant Listed Building Consent: 26/01032/LBC – Replace existing softwood timber windows and doors with bespoke hardwood timber windows and doors – 16 Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop.
3. RBC New Application: 26/01242/FUL – Single storey side extension/garage. Erection of 2 metre high fencing side and rear boundary. New front porch canopy roof. New drop kerb to front – 51 Cooper Close, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3DL
4. RBC New Application: 26/01317/FUL – Erection of a detached dwelling (self-build) with a detached garage/workshop, following demolition of existing dwelling and stable – 19 Colston Road, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BJ
Finance
1. Financial Statement for July 31st 2026
2. Financial Statement for August 27th 2026
3. Payments Made Up To August 27th 2026 and Payments Awaiting for September 2026
4. To Note Conclusion of External Audit & Dates for Notice of Conclusion of Audit
5. To Consider E-mail from Friends of School re further Donations for a Space Frame at the Schools Play Area.
6. To Consider Community Grant Request – CKOB Club – Public Liability Insurance
Correspondence for Action
1. To Consider Attendance to Rushcliffe Town and Parish Conference Thursday 15th October – 9.30am – 3.00pm @ Rushcliffe Arena
2. To Consider Attendance to NALC 81st AGM Wednesday 21st October from 1.30 to 4.30pm at Calverton Village Hall
3. To Consider consolidation/change to Clerk Working Hours
Update on Central Green Ball Games
LGR – Date for Shadow Unitary Council Election & Parish Council Elections Thursday 6th May 2027 & Consider What it Means for Parish Councillors
Memorial Hall
1. Update on the Memorial Hall
2. TLF Report
3. To Consider Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections
The Old School
1. Entertainments, Activities & User Update
2. CKOB Update
Transport
1. Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues
2. DMMO Mill Lane
3. Sunken Road Surface Fern Road
4. Update on Pedestrian Crossing Signs Kinoulton Road
5. Community Speed Watch
The Environment/Biodiversity
1. Report from Tree Warden
Councilors Reports
Correspondence for Information
Date of Next Meeting – Parish Council Meeting 6th October 2026 7.00pm at The Old School

Supporting Documents

APPRECIATING OUR EARLY EVENING BUS SERVICE.

Whilst we can enjoy our local village pubs (The Chequers and Wheatsheaf), the introduction
of additional early evening buses on our 12 and 833 bus services has provided opportunity
for us to explore further afield, leave the car at home and enjoy a more relaxed trip to a
pub or restaurant without the worries of driving and parking. Here are a few suggestions: –

Taking the 12C from Church St. (by the old School House) at 1713 or 1813

A 10-minute trip to Cotgrave gives access to the leisure centre,
various takeaways and pubs. There is a return 12C bus from Candleby Lane at
1745, 1849 or 2049.
A 20-minute trip takes us to Morrisons, the Hickory Smoke House
and The Lock at Gamston. The 12C returns to Cropwell Bishop from
Ambleside/Morrisons at 1835 or 2035.
A 30-minute trip and we are at West Bridgford, Central Avenue,
with its many restaurants. The 12C returns from Central Avenue at 2028.
A 35-minute trip takes us to Trent Bridge with more pubs and
Restaurants. The 12C bus back to Cropwell from Victoria Embankment is at 2024.
After 45 minutes we arrive in Nottingham City. The last return
12C bus is at 2010 from the Victoria Centre or 2015 from Angel Row.

Taking the 12C from Church St in the other direction (by Stackyard Close) at 1755 or 1859

A 3-minute ride takes us to the Plough at Cropwell Butler.
The 12C returns at 1915 and 2115.
An 8-minute ride takes us to the Turning Circle at Upper Saxondale
for a short walk to the Venezia restaurant. The 12C returns at 2110.

Taking the 833 to Bingham from Church St. at 1703 or 1803

The 833 (along with the 747 to Radcliffe at 1725) provides an alternative service
to Cropwell Butler and Upper Saxondale (but we need to use the 12C at 2110 from
Upper Saxondale to return to Cropwell Bishop!)
A 22-minute ride on the 833 takes us to Bingham with its many pubs
and restaurants. There is no direct return bus, but we can take the Mainline at
2040 (or 90 at 2042) from Bingham to A52 Henson lane. Then walk up Henson Lane
(about 8mins) to catch the 12C from Upper Saxondale turning circle at 2110 back
to Cropwell Bishop.

I hope these suggestions are helpful – Enjoy your outings.

Local Government Re-Organisation – Announcement

The government has decided on Nottingham City’s proposal for the Local Government Reorganisation (LGR). Below is a map.

Nottinghamshire is being split into two councils:

1) North and East Nottinghamshire Council

2) Southwest Nottinghamshire Council

Cropwell Bishop and Cropwell Butler fall into the North and east Nottinghamshire Council. – This means that we are NOT joining with the city.

However, half of Rushcliffe is. The boundary is the A46, with those to the west joining with the city, Broxtowe and Gedling.

From 2027, Rushcliffe Borough Council, Nottinghamshire County Council, and all other borough and district councils will cease to exist and the two new councils will replace them.

Minutes of Meeting – 7th July 2026

Cropwell Bishop Parish Council

Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 7th July 2026

7.00pm at The Old School
The meeting started at 7.02pm and finished at 8.45pm.

Present: Cllrs. W. Allison, M. Barlow, M. Beazley, C. Bryan, R. Gudgin, I. McEachran, A. Wilson, P. Wregg and J. Wroughton (Chairman)

In Attendance: Clerk and 2 public members

Supporting Documents

Supporting Document RoSPA Reports

Apologies Approved

Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C. – Conference; Cllr. T. Birch R.B.C. – Childcare.

Declarations of Interest and Confirmation of Agenda

Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest: Cllr. Wilson and Cllr. Wregg, Agenda Item 11, Cropwell Bishop Memorial Hall; and Cllr. Wroughton and Cllr. Wilson, Agenda Item 13b.The agenda was confirmed.
Standing Orders were suspended at 7.03pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees to speak to the meeting.

Parishioners’ Question Time and Policing Report

T. Jarrow updated the Parish Council on the Street Stories book. All 100 copies have now been sold and he is assessing a second run. T. Jarrow will send the Clerk a written piece to be added to local Facebook pages.

Crime Figures

Cllr. Wroughton read the crime figures for April. There were 62 crimes in the Wiverton Group: 2 in Saxondale, 46 in Cotgrave, 2 in Barnstone and 12 in Cropwell Bishop:

5 – Violence and Sexual Offences
2 – Criminal Damage and Arson
1 – Antisocial Behaviour
4 – Other Crimes

Standing Orders were reinstated at 7.06pm.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

Cllr. McEachran proposed that the minutes of the Ordinary Parish Council Meeting held on 2nd June 2026 were a true record. Cllr. Barlow seconded and all agreed.
It was unanimously resolved: “That the Parish Council meeting held on 2nd June 2026 be confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman.”

Progress

M.79 2/6/26 – Councillors’ Reports – Street Sign, Old Lenton CloseComplete: Cllr. Birch raised this at R.B.C. and arranged for a dead-end sticker to be added to the street sign.
Cllr. Wroughton asked whether Agenda Item 7 could be brought forward and heard next. Cllr. Barlow proposed the change and Cllr. McEachran seconded. All agreed.Standing Orders were suspended to allow Ian McKenzie of Samworth Farms to speak.
It was unanimously resolved: “Agenda Item 7 be brought forward and Standing Orders be suspended to allow Ian McKenzie of Samworth Farms to speak.”

Ian McKenzie gave a brief introduction about himself and Samworth Farms, a farming and property business based at Stragglethorpe. The purpose of his attendance was to open communication and act as a point of contact between the business and the local community.

There was a discussion about the farming business and some of the work being undertaken. Samworth Farms has completed a project in which 34 leaky dams were installed on the farm to help mitigate the impact of flooding around Cropwell Butler. Ian explained the construction of leaky dams and other farming methods, such as drilling across slopes to slow water runoff.

Ian advised that Samworth Farms was happy to help with local projects. It had recently helped the allotments by supplying soil and was willing to become involved in further community projects.

Philly oversees the administration of the charity and can be contacted at info@thechetwodefoundation.co.uk. Further information is available at thechetwodefoundation.co.uk.

The Parish Council felt it would be useful to invite Samworth Farms to a future meeting of the electorate to update the village on activities at Stragglethorpe.
Standing Orders were reinstated at 7.21pm.

Planning Matters and Applications

RBC Grant Permission 26/00666/VAR – Variation of Condition 1 (Plans), 21/02885/REM, for amended tile-over-brick gable detail and alteration to a rear ground-floor window – land to the rear of 1 Nottingham Road, Cropwell Bishop.
Noted
RBC New Application 26/01032/LBC – Replace existing softwood timber windows and doors with bespoke hardwood timber windows and doors – 18 Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop.
It was unanimously resolved: “No objection.”

Finance

Financial Statement up to 30th June 2026
1. Financial Statement up to 30th June 2026
  It was unanimously resolved: “To approve the financial statement.”
Payments made on 30th June 2026 and awaiting payment in July 2026
1. Payments made on 30th June 2026 and awaiting payment in July 2026
  It was unanimously resolved: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 216.”

Correspondence for Action

To consider an email from Giles Stanley Limited regarding local housing needs within the village.Cllr. Wilson advised that a previous rural survey had been completed by a government body. Cllr. Wilson proposed that, as the Government is proposing a need for more council houses in the future, the offer should be declined at this time. Cllr. Wregg seconded and all agreed.
It was unanimously resolved: “To write to Giles Stanley Ltd and decline the offer at this time.”
To note a thank-you from Cropwell Bishop Primary School.The Primary School sent a letter of thanks for the Parish Council’s financial contribution to the new play area.
Noted

Review of Training and Development Policy

Cllr. Wilson proposed that the Training and Development Policy be approved. Cllr. McEachran seconded and all agreed.
It was unanimously resolved: “To approve the Training and Development Policy and for it to be signed by the Chairman.”

Update on Village Green Open Spaces and Ball Games

The second set of goalposts has been reinstated at the Memorial Hall Playing Field and is being used by children from the village. Thanks were given to Cllr. McEachran and the Ranger/Lengthsman for carrying out the work.
Following the previous meeting, the Parish Council had resolved to speak to children playing football on the small section of the central green behind Brownhill Close and ask them to play in the centre of the green instead of directly behind nearby gardens. This resolution could not be carried out because the Council was informed that an agreement had already been made between Tom Pettit of R.B.C. and Cllr. Birch.

The agreement allowed the children to continue playing in the same location until 8.00pm, provided the goalposts were moved to one side afterwards. This was intended to be a two-week trial and the affected resident at Brownhill Close had been advised.

Since then, residents had visited the Parish Council Office to report damage to fencing, bad language and football being played until approximately 8.45pm or 9.00pm on weekdays and from approximately 9.30am until 8.55pm at weekends. Concerns were also raised about the safety of other green users, including elderly people and young children using nearby paths. The Clerk referred all complaints to Tom Pettit of R.B.C. and asked R.B.C. to liaise with the residents concerned.

The Parish Council also queried liability for accidents, the existence of a risk assessment and public liability insurance for the village open spaces. On Thursday 2nd July, the Parish Council received notification from Tom Pettit that R.B.C. intended to serve enforcement notices requiring goalposts and other structures to be removed from this and other village green sites. Notices would be displayed and a one-month period allowed for removal. Cllr. Birch emailed the Clerk to confirm his support for the decision.

Review of RoSPA Safety Inspection – Cropwell Bishop Playpark

A copy of the RoSPA report was issued as part of the supporting documents. The minor issues and actions taken were recorded as follows:

Gate at the entrance from the Memorial Hall car park – paintwork in poor condition
Complete: The gate has been sanded back and repainted.

Toddler area rocker seesaw – laminate damage
Complete: Sanded down and painted.

Toddler area rocker dragon – laminate damage
Complete: Sanded down and painted.

Toddler area swing – wear beginning to show at the top of the cradles
Early stages; this will be monitored.

Toddler area small multi-play – projecting bolt
Complete: The protrusion was removed.

Toddler area – areas of corrosion requiring treatment and repair
Complete: Treated.

Toddler area carousel – bolts missing
Complete: All bolts fitted and thread-locked.

Fitness equipment air walker – bolts missing and equipment not taped off correctly
Complete: The equipment had already been reported to Streetscape and taped off. Streetscape has now completed the repair and installed new bolts and fixings.

Fitness equipment – end cap missing, parts need greasing and rust requires descaling
Complete: End caps replaced and equipment greased.
Action: Rust descaling to be completed.

MUGA – trip point at entrance
Complete: Topsoil was used to build up the trip point.

Large carousel – rust points
Areas that can be reached will be treated, although much of the affected area is underneath the equipment and inaccessible.

Freestanding slide – vegetation beginning to protrude
Complete: Vegetation cut back and removed.

Mixed-bay swing – surface wear
To be monitored. The issue has been reported to Streetscape because the surface should not be crumbling. A response is awaited following a Streetscape inspection.

Mixed-bay swing – parts need greasing
Complete: All moving parts greased.

The Memorial Hall

Update on the Memorial Hall
1. A report from the Memorial Hall Chair was presented to the meeting and is reproduced below.Cllr. Wregg reported that all musicians appearing at “Chillin’ in the Park” on 18th July had donated their services free of charge. Some volunteers would be needed on the day.
The Launch Field
1. A report was produced by the Memorial Hall and is reproduced below.

Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections

The Ranger/Lengthsman carried out RoSPA-recommended work at the playpark during the month.
The second set of goalposts was secured into permanent sockets. Both sets are now complete.

Grass cutting is up to date and the Ranger/Lengthsman is doing a good job keeping on top of work around the village.

The wooden fences at the Memorial Hall have been painted and the grass will be cut before “Chillin’ in the Park”.

The Old School

Entertainments, Activities and User Update
1. Hamnet was well attended and enjoyed, although it was a sad film.
  The next film is a sing-along screening of Grease on 17th July. Cinema screenings will then resume in September, with the film to be decided.
  
  The Graham Transfield Band will perform live on 26th September. A mountain gorilla talk will take place in October and a winter quiz in December.
CKOB Club Update
1. Cllr. Wroughton advised that 40 children attended the last session. The final sessions will take place in July. The club will close during August and return in September with the new Year 6 intake from the school.

Transport

No issues have been raised with the Parish Council since the new service came into operation. It is considered a good, reliable service.

Highways and Footpaths – Defects and Issues

Sunken road surface, Fern Road
1. Roadworks by Severn Trent are scheduled for 18th July to rectify the issue.
Update on parking at the corners of Kendal Close and Salvin Close
1. Cllr. Birch asked R.B.C. why bins on Salvin Close were not emptied on 22nd June and reported that parked cars had caused an obstruction.
Update on safety signage for pedestrians crossing Kinoulton Road
1. Cllr. Clarke advised that this was ongoing and survey work was required.
Cllr. Bryan raised an issue concerning overgrowth from a property on Clarke Close obstructing the pavement.Action: The Clerk to write to the homeowner and ask for the overgrowth to be cut back.
Community Speed Watch
1. Cllr. Wregg advised that the speed gun trigger was not working properly.
  Action: Cllr. Bryan agreed to inspect it and determine whether it could be repaired. If not, he would report back to the Clerk, who would investigate the cost of a replacement.
  
  Police speed vans carried out checks on Nottingham Road on Sunday 5th July.

The Environment and Biodiversity

Cllr. Bryan reported that the church tower had been professionally cleaned to remove bird detritus and had now been made bird-proof. The clock required attention because the chimes were not working.
Cllr. Allison advised that a litter pick had taken place on Saturday for National Litter Picking Day. There was a good turnout and a large amount of rubbish was collected. Thanks were given to everyone who took part.

Competition Winner – May Cropwell News

Cllr. Barlow made the draw. The winner was Tom Robinson.

Councillors’ Reports

Cllr. Wroughton advised that the new .gov.uk email addresses for all councillors would go live on Wednesday 8th July. The Clerk had updated the addresses on the website, Facebook page, village plan, Cropwell News and village Facebook pages.
Cllr. Wroughton advised that there was no longer a requirement to publish councillors’ addresses. References to addresses had been removed from the website and published documents.
Cllr. Wroughton requested attendees for the July and August Saturday Café sessions. July: Cllrs. Wilson, McEachran, Allison, Wroughton and Beazley. August: Cllrs. Wilson, Wroughton and Beazley.
Cllr. Wregg advised that Sandra Hunt had passed away. The Parish Council would arrange a donation or flowers when funeral arrangements were known. Sandra had always been involved with the Memorial Hall and village events and would be missed.
Cllr. Wregg advised that Carl Sellars, a resident of Shelton Gardens, intended to establish a Neighbourhood Watch scheme. She would invite him to a future meeting.
Cllr. Wregg reported on the latest Police Priority Meeting:
- Concern had been raised with Caroline Voce about increased antisocial behaviour and the challenges faced by police managing large groups with reduced resources, including offenders escalating behaviour to film content for social media.
- Arrests were being made for burglaries and vehicle theft, but many young offenders released by the courts went on to reoffend.
- A new “Street Watch Scheme” would enable volunteers to act as the eyes and ears of the community by recording and reporting antisocial-behaviour hotspots and suspicious activity.
Group priorities for the next three months:
1. Anti-Social Behaviour
2. Acquisitive crime, including shoplifting, burglary, robbery and fraud
3. Speeding
Cllr. Beazley had been approached by residents of Hardy’s Close who were concerned about the apple tree at the corner of Cropwell Butler Road and Hardy’s Close. The tree was very overgrown and its fruit was likely to fall onto the footpath and road. Residents asked whether the Parish Council could arrange for it to be reduced in size.

Correspondence for Information

There was no folder for circulation. Information had been circulated by email during the month.

Date of Next Meeting

1st September 2026 at 7.00pm – Parish Council Meeting at The Old School.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 8.45pm.

Chairman’s Signature: ______________________________

Date: ______________________________

Agenda Item 11a – CMBH Chairman’s Monthly Report, June 2026

New Building Progress and Fundraising

As time moves on, the objectives required to support future funding plans are being continually appraised. A mission statement must be developed carefully to reflect what Cropwell requires as a village, both now and more than 100 years into the future. This is not a simple task and must take account of many factors, including the fact that the present building did not last 100 years. The more evidence of use that can be gathered from the current building, the stronger the case for the project’s goals will become.

The upcoming “Chillin’ in the Park”, to be held on Saturday 18th July, will hopefully attract villagers who appreciate the group’s efforts and wish to help create what will become the village’s principal community building. Arrangements are in place and volunteers will assist on the day. Thanks were given to everyone who helped with the trial assembly of one of the new marquees, both of which will be used at the event.

Thanks were also given to Mark at the Chequers Pub for offering the use of his mobile bar. The Parish Council is kindly lending equipment for the day. As a free-entry event, and weather permitting, it is hoped that the afternoon on the Playing Fields will be enjoyable and provide further evidence in support of the mission.

General

A further structural survey of the current building is awaited because of movement in the main brick pillar during the past 18 months. Local surveyors HWA, who prepared the previous survey that enabled minor work to be completed and the facilities to reopen, have been engaged. It is hoped that the new survey will be informative rather than critical, because closure of the present facilities would cause significant disruption.

The continuing cost of maintaining the existing building and preparing for the new build is reducing the funds raised by the committed volunteers. It is hoped that the organisation will be able to move forward more freely in the near future.

The permanent goalposts have now been resited by Cropwell Bishop Parish Council and await a coat of paint. Groups of children have been seen enjoying them.

Pétanque

The weather prevented play on both Wednesdays and Saturdays. Early June brought very wet conditions, followed by excessive heat. Once the trees planted two years ago have grown, they should provide the shade needed. The loss of sessions also affects kitchen takings. Although the amounts are currently small, they all contribute.

J. J. Lacey
30/06/2026

Agenda Item 11b – The Launch Field Report, June 2026

June saw a number of new children attend following the end of the football season in May, when many local clubs ended their training.

The Launch Field will end its season at Cropwell Bishop on 11th July for the school holidays and return on 5th September.

Children and families will be encouraged to visit the Playing Field on Saturday mornings, when the kitchen and facilities will be open between 10.00am and noon, and to make use of the picnic tables and resited goalposts.

P. Wregg
30/06/2026

Volunteer Tree Wardens Appointed in Cropwell Bishop

Volunteer Tree Wardens Appointed in Cropwell Bishop

Cropwell Bishop Parish Council are aware and wish to meet our environmental
and biodiversity responsibilities within the parish. As such, the parish
council are pleased to announce we have two Volunteer Tree Wardens for the
parish.

Gill McKinnon and Sebastian Ellis have volunteered to be our Tree Wardens,
and a little about the role is set out below. If anyone has any tree queries
or wishes to report any tree issues, please contact Gill at

gill.treewarden.cbpc@gmail.com
.

The Parish Council and the Wardens have resolved that the first job to be
undertaken is to put together a document listing where all our trees are and
what condition they are in. This is, of course, going to take some time, so
if you see Gill or Sebastian out and about, please say a cheery hello to
encourage them in their role.

How Tree Wardens can make a difference in our parish

Tree Wardens are volunteers appointed by their Parish Council to:

Be a contact and provide support for all things tree-related in their
local area.
Protect trees by reporting early signs of pests, disease and vandalism.
Gather, survey and record information about trees that are important for
wildlife and the heritage of the parish.
Look for opportunities to plant more trees in the local community,
enhancing the environment for parishioners.
Help find funding for local tree-planting projects. For example, the
Tree Council has grants that are only available to Tree Wardens.
Get involved in campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of
trees.

Trees are important in our parish because they:

Provide habitats for wildlife.
Contribute to the character and heritage of the parish.
Help improve air quality.
Provide shade and shelter.
Help reduce the effects of climate change.
Enhance the local environment for residents and visitors.

Rushcliffe Borough Council will support the Parish Council by:

Providing support and guidance for Tree Wardens at a local level.
Providing at least two training courses and one networking event each
year.
Providing links to funding schemes for community and private landowner
projects.
Acting as a link to the national Tree Warden Scheme.

Cropwell Bishop Parish Council will support our Tree Wardens by:

Including them in discussions about tree matters.
Inviting them to attend Parish Council meetings and report any
tree-related matters, or reporting issues on their behalf.
Supporting them with any necessary resources needed to carry out their
volunteering, within reason.
Ensuring that they are covered for health and safety and insurance as
Parish Council volunteers.

The Parish Council would like to thank Gill and Sebastian for volunteering
for this role, and we are looking forward to seeing how the role develops.

Agenda Published: 2nd July 2026

Clerk: Mrs. J. Towndrow
The Old School, Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop
Nottingham. NG12 3BU
Telephone: 0115 9894656
Mobile: 07798735757
Email: clerk@cropwellbishop-pc.gov.uk

Dear Councillor

You are summoned to attend the next meeting of the Parish Council on Tuesday
7^th July 2026 at 7.00pm at The Old School to transact the business
specified below. Members of the press & public are welcome to observe
proceedings. Time will be allowed for brief public participation.

Mrs J. Towndrow – Clerk

AGENDA

To Receive and Approve Apologies for Absence
Declarations of Interest and Confirmation of Agenda
Parishioners Question Time and Police Reports
Minutes of the Previous Meeting – 2^nd June 2026
1. Accuracy
2. Progress
Planning Matters and Application (plus any to hand)
RBC Grant Permission: 26/00666/VAR – Variation Condition 1
(Plans) 21/02885/REM for amended tile over brick gable detail, and alteration
to rear ground floor window – Land to the Rear of 1 Nottingham Road,
Cropwell Bishop
RBC New Application: 26/01032/LBC – Replace existing
softwood timber windows and doors with bespoke hardwood timber and doors –
18 Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BU
Finance
1. Financial Statement for June 30th 2026
2. Payments Made Up To June 30^th 2026 and Payments Awaiting for July 2026
Correspondence for Action
1. To Consider E-mail from Giles Stanley Limited – Local Housing Needs Within the Village
2. To Note A Thank You from Cropwell Bishop Primary School
A Visit from Ian McKenzie – Property & Business Manager Samworth Farms to
introduce himself, talk a bit about the business and how Samworth’s could get
involved with the local community
To Review Training & Development Policy
Update on Central Green Ball Games
To Review RoSPA Safety Inspection Report – Memorial Hall Playing Field
Memorial Hall
1. Update on the Memorial Hall
2. TLF Report
To Consider Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections
The Old School
1. Entertainments, Activities & User Update
2. CKOB Update
Transport
Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues
1. Sunken Road Surface Fern Road
2. Update Re Parking Corners of Kendal Road onto Salvin Close
3. Update on Pedestrian Crossing Signs Kinoulton Road
4. Community Speed Watch
The Environment/Biodiversity
To Draw Competition Winner May 2026 Cropwell News
Councillors Reports
Correspondence for Information
Date of Next Meeting – Parish Council Meeting 1st September 2026 7.00pm at The Old School

Supporting Documents

Supporting Document RoSPA Reports

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