Cropwell Bishop Parish Council

7.00pm At the Old School

(The meeting started at 7.02pm and finished at 8.25pm)

Present: Cllrs. W. Allison Chairman for the meeting, M. Barlow, M. Beazley, C. Bryan, I. McEachran, A. Wilson & P. Wregg,

In Attendance:   Clerk, Cllr. N. Clarke. & 1 Public Member

___________________________________________________________________________

Apologies Approved

207.       Cllrs. Gudgin – Poorly, Cllr. Wroughton – Holiday & T. Birch Working

Declarations of Interest & Confirmation of Agenda

208. Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest Cllr. Wregg Agenda Item 7, Cllrs. Wilson, Wregg & Clarke Agenda Item 9.

The agenda was confirmed.

209. 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 & Policing Report

There were No Parishioners Questions

Crime Figures

There were no figures to be reported this month.

210. Standing Orders reinstated at 7.04pm

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

211. Cllr. McEachran proposed the minutes of the Ordinary Parish Council Meeting on the 6^th October 2026 were a true record, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the Parish Council meeting held on 6^th October 2026 were confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman”.

Progress

212. M.174 6/10/26 – Hedgerows – Memorial Hall

COMPLETE: The hedges are now all cut back.

213. M.184 6/10/26 – Annual Parish Council Insurance

COMPLETE: Insurance premiums paid and full cover in place

214. M.186 6/10/26 – Memorial Hall Gates

The gates at the top of the main car park – Cllrs. McEachran, Bryan & Wroughton looked at the gates and felt no remedial works need to be carried out at this time but will be monitored.

The gate off the Memorial Hall car park – need a top right hinge washer welding on, one of the rails the weld need repairing.  Cllr. McEachran will go and make good in the next couple of weeks.

Planning Matters & Applications

215. There were no planning matters.

Finance

216. a) Financial Statement up to 29^th October 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement and signed by Cllrs. Beazley & Wregg.” 

217.  b) Payments made July to 29^th October 2026 and Awaiting November 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 219 and signed by Cllrs. Beazley & Wregg”.

218. c) To set a date for the Budget Meeting & Consider Items for Inclusion

A date of 5^th January 2027 at 7.00pm was suggested.  Cllr. Allison proposed this date and time, Cllr. Bryan seconded – All Agreed.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To hold the budget meeting on 5^th January 2027 at 7.00pm.”

The Clerk advised some works needed carrying out to the heating system as the hallway, toilets and kitchen were not getting warm.  An approximate cost of £1,600 would be for the plumbing works and then associated costs for repair costs.

The Clerk advised the tax base was to be reduced for the forthcoming financial year which would have an impact on the budget.  This would mean to keep the same precept as last year and increase the budget would be required.  The Parish Council may need to have a higher percentage increase to cover this and rising costs once the final budgets have been put together.

 Correspondence for Action

219. There were no items for discussion.

To Review Fireworks Night 1^st November 2026

220. Another good Fireworks event well received by villagers.  Cllr. Wregg and the Clerk thanked everyone who helped. The memorial hall made a profit of approx. £350 on the night, which will go towards the new build costs.

Cllr. McEachran suggested the Beacon be moved to a more visible location. It is too tucked away where it is and it cannot be seen from the viewing position on the Fireworks night. It was suggested a better location would be on the opposite side of the field near the Pétanque area. The Parish Council asked Cllr. Wregg to take this suggestion back to the Memorial Hall and report back.

Cllr. Wilson suggested that for future firework events the lighting of the beacon be conducted just before the fireworks start as there is too much time between the lighting and the fireworks start time.

To Review Senior Citizens Christmas Party 16/12/26 and Confirm Volunteers.

221. The Clerk has requested and been approved for Division Fund Grants from Cllr. N. Clarke & Cllr. T. Birch – Thank you both for your support.

Hillary and Tony Jarrow have donated £50 for bingo prizes from the Book and Jigsaw exchange – thank you for the donation.

 The buffet lunch has been ordered from The Humble Cat.

  Volunteers to help with set up at 10.30am – Cllrs. Bryan, Wregg, Wroughton & Clerk

  To help serve wine on arrival and throughout the buffet/event – Cllrs. Bryan, Wregg, Wroughton & Clerk

 Teas/Coffees and clearing during and after event – Cllrs. Bryan, Wregg, Wroughton & Clerk

If anyone can donate a raffle prize, please bring to the Clerk at The Old School Office.

The Memorial Hall

222. a) 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. Wregg advised that at the AGM fund raising to the year end 31/7/26 was £7.454.13, this has been used towards architect fees.  The Memorial Hall Committee have 3 targets for the ensuing year – Governance, Grant & Website up and running.  Carolyn Herrington is currently the treasurer, and an independent verification of the books is to take place.  Cllr. Wregg thanked the Parish Council for its continued support.

223. b) The Launch Field

A report was produced by the Memorial Hall. (copy attached at the end of minutes).

Cllr. Wregg advised she had received a call from Cotgrave football club asking if they can use the field and floodlights on a Wednesday evening. The Parish Council had no issues with this in principal on the understanding that any damage repairs needed to the surface due to wet and damp winter weather would not be at the Parish Council expense and as with TLF a rent share would be in place.

Cllr. Bryan proposed the above with regards to no damage costs to be bourn by the Parish Council and a rent share agreement be put in place, Cllr. Barlow seconded.

  It Was:

RESOLVED: “For Cllr. Wregg to take that proposal back to the Memorial Hall Committee ahead of commencement of the Wednesday evening football training sessions”.

 Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections

224. All remedial works from the RoSPA Inspection are now complete.  The poppies have all been put up around the village.  Gitty ways are in the process of being cut back to take us through the winter.  Weed spraying wil continue when dry and leaf cleaning on the streets has commenced.

Nothing major to report.

The Old School

225. a) Entertainments, Activities & User Update

Gorillas In Our Midst Talk made £190.00 and £150.00 has been donated to the Dian Fossey Foundation.  Graham Transfield band only brought in 28 tickets this time, so the committee have decided not to have them again in the future.

Mothers pride will be show on 20^th October.  Big Quiz of the Year on 5^th December and Project Hail Mary will be the cinema for January 2027.

The committee are struggling for volunteers – Action: Clerk to put a request for volunteers in the Cropwell News.

226. b) CKOB Club Update

No update.

Transport

227. No problems reported all seems to be running well.

Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues

228. a) Update on Sunken Road Surface Fern Road.

Cllr. Clarke advised it was reported to VIA that there was a surface water issue, but VIA could find no evidence of this.  However, VIA did find an old Bric Arch Culvert that was not mapped on any records that needs investigation. There were some planned works due to take place on the 9^th November but these may now not take place.  Cllr. Bryan advised it was a Brick Arch Culvert that was causing issues on Church Street – Cllr. Clarke will report this back to VIA.

229. b) Update on Possible Traffic Calming Plateau Ramps – Nottingham Road.

Cllr. Clarke advised that there was no collision history for Nottingham Road to warrant Plateau Ramps.  With regards to the speeding tubes on Nottingham Road – The first set the data was corrupted so had to be repeated. With the data they take the 85^th percentile as the identifiable speed.  The speed within the 30mph zone was 43/44mph.  The mean speed going out was higher than the incoming. Cllr. Wregg asked if the police can report their findings to VIA to add to evidence.

The Council asked Cllr. Clarke if there would be a case to go ahead with the originally planned speed sign on Nottingham Road as moving the speed signs has not alleviated the speeding issues. Cllr. Clarke felt a camera near the Memorial Hall Location would be helpful.  Cllr. Bryan proposed we put £10K into the next budget for a speed sign in next year’s budget – Cllr Wilson seconded all agreed.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “£10k to be allocated at next year’s budget for a speed sign – Action Clerk to write to Cllr. Clarke to take this forward with VIA”.

Cllr. Wregg raised the possibility of gateways to the entrances of the village – Cllr. Clarke will discuss this with VIA and report back to the Parish Council at the next meeting.

230.  c) Update on Safety Signage for Pedestrians Crossing on Kinoulton Road

Cllr. Clarke advises that the pedestrian crossing signage has been requested but not yet approved, further information to follow.

231. Cllr. Wregg reported there had been an increase in lorries coming through the village which had been reported to Trading Standards. This resulted in Dean from Trading Standards coming out to the village to undertake a HGV lorry-watch in the village. They recorded 6 HGVs coming through in an hour. Trading Standards will come out again to carry out further observations and possibly meet with the Clerk and some Councillors during a future session.

232. Cllr. Beazley reported the huge apple tree on the public highway verge at the top of Hardy’s Close was causing issues with falling debris etc.  The tree is very large and needs coppicing. This was previously reported to R.B.C. by the Clerk.

Action: The Clerk to re-report to R.B.C. to see if anything can be done before some serious damage occurs.

23. Cllr. Wilson reported that lamppost 27 at the top of Hoe View Road was still faulty. The Clerk has previously reported an issue with this post. The lamppost does not appear on the N.C.C. lamppost map.

Action: The Clerk to re-report to N.C.C. that this lamppost is still faulty.

234. d) Community Speed Watch

Cllr. Wregg advised that a session was held on the 12^th October on Nottingham Road. Cllr. Gudgin attended for his first session.  There were 381 vehicles recorded in just under 1 hour with 12 vehicles being over 34mph.  Cllr. Wregg advised that the police speed van had been in the area a bit more regularly. 

The Environment/Biodiversity

235. There have been further concerns raised by members of the public and neighbouring councils with regards to the condition of Spike Island and the fish remaining.  The Clerk contacted Samworth Farms again who advise the Environment Agency had indeed visited and despite saying initially the fish could not be moved due to cross contamination, they have indeed moved the fish.  Some fish are at Calverton and others to a holding pond in Tythby.  When the water has re filled the stock will be moved back.

Residents had asked the Clerk of the fallen debris and overhanging branches could be cleared whilst the island is low on water.  Samworths advised they are a farm member of staff down at present but will see what they can do.

236. Cllr. Bryan reported that the Grantham Canal Society and Green Fields would be doing more clearing on the stretch of Canal between Colston Bridge and Fishpond’s Cottage.

To Draw Cropwell News Competition Winne September Edition

237. Tony Jarrow made the draw – Winner Emma Wattterson

Councillors Reports

238. Cllr. Clarke gave an update on LGR – Decision made in July for Nottinghamshire and other areas have been

withdrawn and is to be looked at again.  Minister for the Government advised some decisions will be made   before Christmas others will be after Christmas.The LGR for Nottinghamshire won’t go back for consultation but they will engage with councils to put in comments.  The District/Parish elections will take place in May as planned; the Borough elections will take place on the current boundaries but only for a 2-year term.

Shadow elections will be in May 2028 with new council elections in 2029. All of this will make future projects and long-term financial planning difficult.

239.  Cllr. Wregg advised that she and Cllr. Wilson attended the police priority setting meeting at Langar & Barnstone.  Cllr. Wregg advised the police can now seize e-bikes/scooters on the spot.  The three police priorities over the coming months are Hair Coursing (Ring 999 immediately if you see any activity), Antisocial behaviour/Acquisitive Crime and E Scooters/bikes.

240. Cllr. Wregg advised that she attended the Rushcliffe Town and Parish Forum with Cllrs. Wilson & Wroughton. 

 Food Waste will be rolled out in 2027 and spoke of Defibrillators – a lot of defibrillators are not being maintained correctly.  The Scouts maintain the one in the old phone box. Cllr. Wregg will contact the dairy to ask if they have regular maintenance carried out to the defibrillator at the diary location.

241. Cllr. Wregg advised a resident on Hoe View Road has made a complaint re noise at times during the day and evening. It could be from the Samworths area or the Dairy. Cllr. Wroughton will ask at Samworths. Cllr. Wregg to ask the resident to keep a note going forward of days and times when she can hear the noise.

242. Cllr. Wregg advised there will be a winter market taking place in The Old School on the 14^th November 2.30pm to 4.30pm.  On the 12^th of December there will be a festive bites and delights presentation by Pam Wakefield with a glass of wine and taster session to follow.

243. Cllr. Wregg advised that the Memorial Hall Santa Sleigh will be around the village on the 18^th, 19^th & 20^th of December.

244. Cllr. Allison advised that Councillors had had a lot of email from a company with regards to Martyn’s Law.  The Old School falls outside of the remit of Martyn’s Law as the capacity if below 200.  The Clerk has carried out due diligence in respect of Martyn’s Law.  There may be some modifications to be made with outdoor events going forward but this will be fully investigated by the Clerk.  If Councillors receive further emails, please refer them onto the Clerk.

245. Cllr. Allison asked for attendees to the November Saturday café – Cllrs. Barlow, Bryan Wilson & Clarke will attend.

Correspondence for Information

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

 Date of Next Meeting

247. 1^st December 2026, 7.00pm Parish Council Meeting all at The Old School

There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.40pm

Chairman’s Signature:	Date:

Agenda Item 9a)

CMBH Chairman’s Monthly report October 2026

NEW BUILDING PROGRESS & FUNDRAISING

As we approach the Winter we are now working hard to set up various events in our calendar to boost our pot in readiness for our grants and funding programmes which we will be planning in the New Year.

Such events as the Winter Indoor Market, which has now become an annual event alongside the Santa’s Sleigh, will hopefully bring revenue to the accounts.

Pam is hard work in chasing the Deeds to the Hall & Field should hopefully have paid off  in due course, when the Land Registry produces certificates for ownership.

This is something that will be essential as we move forward with negotiating funding for the New Hall.

We will be looking into creating a body of people to focus on Fundraising and so the general committee can continue to manage the property with its annual running costs well established and contained. This body will not necessarily be made up of Trustees/Committee members but would be selected by CBMH Committee for their skills and enthusiasm in order to develop a wider stance required for finding the right avenues for financial facilities. Obviously, they would be ultimately responsible to the Committee and report accordingly but not be required to attend regular Committee meetings as individuals. This we feel will give us a greater width to court the people that are willing to help purely with the Fundraising scenario.

The Top Car Park, as it is called, is well used by non-residents for various parking situations. When Notts. C C had their lease with CBMH it was known by them evidently as the Canal Car Park, which was news to us. However, there is an information board within the facility that depicts the Canal towpath and so maybe this was the case originally, but nothing stated in the original lease. The lease came to an end a couple of years ago and as NCC no longer required this as a facility, due to costs, it was agreed not to extend the lease. We cannot recall any information passing with any final arrangements regarding the future use but obviously the public have continued to use it as a Canal Car Park. We may have to engage, at some future stage, with Solicitors relating to the legality of this land being continuously used as should we close it to the public they would have to use Nottingham Road. This is not a major issue currently, but we would just like to make all aware that for future development we would need to be clear on our position as we may have to take the car parking into consideration with our designs.

GENERAL

The Annual Stilton Stumble was held recently and looks like it has been the usual success and the weather this year has also meant little or no damage to the Playing Field.

We are also looking forward to the Annual Fireworks provided by CBPC and fingers crossed that the weather hold out as usual.

Our year ending accounts have been prepared and will be set up ready for annual submission to the Charities Commission as required by statute. It is good to see that all the hard work done, and support we have received, has made it possible to keep some monies aside for the future, as well as keeping abreast of increasing annual running costs. Also, we have made some favourable purchases to both enhance our current offer and make savings for our own benefit as we move forward.

Thanks go to CBPC for reacting to our request regarding the gates at the entrances to the Playing Field.

PETANQUE

We have now ended this season which has been successful in that there has been an increase in members. There is going to be an annual trip, for a Seasonal Lunch which most have requested, and the numbers will be in the region of 16-18, this year. We are going to the Unicorns Head at Langar as the numbers are a little too big for some of the smaller establishments. Also, during the “out of season” period we will be meeting up for coffee at the Cropwell Bishop Creamery once a month and it’s nice to know that this group is about support as much as the game of Pétanque itself.

J J Lacey 26/10/2026

Agenda Item 9)

Parish Council Meeting 3^rd November 2026

The Launch Field Report

In October the village school had 2 weeks off for Half Term.

The Launch Field polled parents and carers about attendance over the holiday period. With many people away or busy   there was no training 17^th & 24^th October.

Training resumes 31^st October.

This week The Launch Field team will be building their new goal posts funded by Rushcliffe Borough council – thanks to our Rushcliffe Borough Councillor Ted Birch.

Pam Wregg

28^th October 2026

Cropwell Bishop Parish Council

7.00pm at The Old School
(The meeting started at 7.00pm and finished at 8.40pm)

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

In Attendance: Clerk, Cllr. T. Birch. & 2 Public Members

Apologies Approved

167.

Cllrs. W. Allison, M Beazley & N. Clarke – Holiday

Declarations of Interest & Confirmation of Agenda

168.

Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest Cllr. Barlow Agenda Item 4 Item 2, Cllr. Wilson, Cllr. Wregg & Cllr. Birch Agenda Item 9, Cllr. Wroughton & Cllr. Wilson Agenda Item 11b

The agenda was confirmed.

169.

Standing Orders were suspended at 7.02pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees

to speak to the meeting.

Parishioners’ Question Time & Policing Report

Tony Jarrow advised he had been speaking to Open Reach working in the village. They had advised they were installing fiber which should be available to most households in the next month. Tony will keep abreast of the open-reach website and continue to post updates on the village plan.

Crime Figures

There were 76 crimes in the Wiverton Group in July: 59 in Cotgrave, 3 Saxondale, 4 Cropwell Butler, 1 Colston Bassett, 1 Langer, 4 Barnstone and 4 in Cropwell Bishop which were: –

Other Theft – 2

Public Order – 1

Violence & Sexual Offences – 1

There were 44 crimes in the Wiverton Group in August – 25 in Cotgrave, 1 in Stragglethorpe, 4 in Cropwell Butler, 3 in Saxondale, 1 in Tythby, 1 in Colston Bassett. 1 in Barnstone and 8 in Cropwell Bishop which were: –

Antisocial Behaviour – 2

Criminal Damage & Arson – 1

Violence & Sexual Offences – 3

Other Crimes – 2

169.

Standing Orders reinstated at 7.06pm

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

170.

Cllr. McEachran proposed the minutes of the Ordinary Parish Council Meeting on the 1st September 2026 were a true record, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the Parish Council meeting held on 1st September 2026 were confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman”.

Progress

171.

M.129 1/9/26 – RoSPA Safety Inspection – Swing Mixed Bay – Surface Issues

COMPLETE: The works have now been carried out, and the surface is in a safe and up to standard condition.

171.

M.139 1/9/26 – Grant to Friends of School – Space Frame

COMPLETE: £1,000 paid to friends of school from CIL monies. An e-mail of thanks to the Parish Council has

been received.

172.

M.140 1/9/26 – Community Grant CKOB Club – Insurance

COMPLETE: £200 paid to friends of school from community grant fund. An e-mail of thanks to the Parish Council has been received.

173.

M.145 1/9/26 – LGR

NOTE: Due to the Government putting the LGR on hold, councillors will revert to standing for a 4-year term not 5 in next May’s elections.

174.

M.146 1/9/26 – Memorial Hall

The hedgerows will be cut back this week and all debris removed.

175.

M.153 1/9/26 – DMMO Mill Lane

COMPLETE: The agreed statement has been sent to R.B.C.

NOTE: Jonathan Good advised that the DMMO Notices are now in situ on Mill Lane.

176.

M.157 1/9/26 – Speed Watch – Speed Gun

COMPLETE: The speed gun has been repaired by Cllr. Bryan at a cost of £60 for labour and parts.

Planning Matters & Applications

177.

RBC Grant Permission 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

NOTED

178.

RBC New Application 26/01498/REG3 – Creation of additional off-street parking spaces – Land east of 146 Hoe

View Road, Cropwell Bishop Nottingham.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “No Objection with comment to request a disabled parking space for one resident”

179.

RBC Retrospective Application: 26/00301/FUL – Retrospective farm shop building built on existing concrete

yard – The Limes, The Fosse Cropwell Butler, Nottingham NG12 3AQ.

Cllr Barlow did not vote.

It Was:

RESOLVED: “No Objection with comments on parking and opening hours.”

Finance

180.

a) Financial Statement up to 30th September 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement and signed by Cllrs. Gudgin & Wregg.”

181.

b) Payments made July to 30th September 2026 and Awaiting October 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 218 and signed by Cllrs. Gudgin & Wregg”.

182.

c) Receipts & Payments Reports July 2026– September 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the receipts and payments reports and signed by Cllrs. Wilson & Wroughton.”

183.

d) To Consider Further Investment to CCLA Account

The Clerk suggested a further £35K be invested into the CCLA Account following receipt of the 2nd Precept

Payment. Cllr. McEachran proposed £35K be paid into the CCLA Account, Cllr. Wroughton seconded – All

Agreed.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To transfer a further £35K into the CCLA Account – The Clerk will arrange this when she returns from Annual Leave.”

184.

d) To Consider Annual Insurance Quotation

The Parish Council are in a 3-year LTA with Hiscox Insurance Until 2027. The renewal cost this year is £3,980.76. The LTA is due for renewal next year so the Clerk will go out to tender again. Cllr. Bryan proposed we accept the insurance renewal cost, Cllr. Wregg seconded – all agreed

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To accept the renewal cost of £3,980.76”

Correspondence for Action

185.

a) To Consider Attendance to RSCVSG on 9th December at Rushcliffe Arena

There will be no attendees.

To Consider Fireworks Night 1st November 2026

186.

The Clerk submitted a progress report to the Parish Council and a schedule of responsibilities for the evening was agreed and will be emailed out to all councilors and volunteers following the meeting.

An email of complaint has been received about the fireworks – it was noted by the Parish Council.

Christmas Trees and Central Christmas Tree

187.

A schedule of volunteers for both activities was put forward at the meeting and a schedule of responsibilities for the two activities was agreed and will be emailed out to councillors and volunteers following the meeting.

The Memorial Hall

188.

a) Update on The Memorial Hall

A report was put to the meeting from the Memorial Hall Chair (copy attached at the end of minutes).

The gates at the memorial hall need some remedial works.

Action: Cllrs. Bryan and McEachran will go and inspect the gates to assess what works need carrying out.

Cllr. Wregg advised of some upcoming fundraising events taking place, a winter market on the 14th of

November and a Festive Delights event on the 12th December, and Carol Singing around the central Christmas

tree on Christmas Eve.

189.

b) The Launch Field

A report was produced by the Memorial Hall. (copy attached at the end of minutes).

Cllr. Wregg advised that bollards will be put onto Nottingham Road for future TLF sessions.

Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections

190.

Grass cutting has resumed in September – Grass growing quickly now following the very dry hot season. Weed

spraying is underway to keep them under control ahead of next spring. All remedial works at the playpark following the RoSPA Inspection have now been completed. All jitty ways will be cut back in the coming days.

Nothing major to report.

The Old School

191.

a) Entertainments, Activities & User Update

Devil Wears Prada September film was well attended. The film for October Finding Emily has been cancelled due to poor ticket sales.

Gorillas In Our Midst Talk in October

Mothers pride will be show in November and there is a Christmas quiz in December.

192.

b) CKOB Club Update

Cllr. Wroughton wished to thank H. Jarrow for the £100 donation from the book and jigsaw exchange to the CKOB Club. The CKOB will be purchasing new Pogo Sticks from the monies.

There were 64 children in attendance at the last session which went well.

Panto tickets are at 45 sold so far so a good attendance.

Cllr. Wroughton is going to ask the caretaker to come and do a fire drill with the new attendees.

Transport

193.

No problems reported all seems to be running well.

Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues

194.

a) Update on Sunken Road Surface Fern Road.

Cllr. Clarke on holiday – update at the next meeting.

195.

b) Update on Safety Signage for Pedestrians Crossing on Kinoulton Road

Cllr. Clarke on holiday – update at the next meeting.

196.

c) Update on Possible Traffic Calming Plateau Ramps – Nottingham Road.

Cllr. Clarke on holiday – update at the next meeting.

197.

Cllr. Bryan wished to thank the Cadent employees who are working on the pavements etc on Hoe View Road,

Marshall Road etc. at present, they are doing an excellent job of keeping the areas tidy and safe and are very

pleasant to our residents.

198.

d) Community Speed Watch

Cllr. Wregg thanked Cllr. Bryan for fixing the speed gun. A speed watch session will take place next week on Nottingham Road. Cllr. Wregg asked if Cllr. Clarke had fed back re the strips in place on Nottingham Road. The Clerk advised she had not received any feedback to date but will follow up when she returns from annual leave.

The Environment/Biodiversity

199.

Cllr. Bryan advised he had received complaints that Spike Island was still very low and the livestock could be in

danger. The Clerk advised she has previously reported this to Samworth Farms who had advised they would

inform the environmental agency. If any councillors get any further concerns or complaints, please ask that

residents lodge their concerns with the environmental agency.

Councillors Reports

200.

Cllr. Wroughton advised that she had attended a planning reform seminar with the Clerk to run through the

upcoming planning rule changes. Full slides form the seminar have been sent to Councillors.

201.

Cllr. Birch advised the Celebrating Rushcliffe Awards were open till the 16th October if we wished to nominate

an individual or group.

202.

Cllr. Birch spoke more on the planning reforms coming into place. The Parish Council will have to be more

aware of commenting on Material matters. Following Cllr. Birch discussion the Councillors should now go

through the seminar slides sent by the Clerk and they should make understanding easier.

203.

Cllr. Wregg advised a resident on Hoe View Road has made a complaint re noise at times during the day and

evening. It could be from the Samworths area or the Dairy. Cllr. Wroughton will ask at Samworths. Cllr. Wregg

to ask the resident to keep a note going forward of days and times when she can hear the noise.

204.

Cllr. Wregg advised she had been approached by residents with regards to dog attacks in the village. The Clerk

advised the reports had also come to her, and the resident had been advised to report to the Dog Warden at

R.B.C. The Clerk and Cllr. Wroughton have reported previous attacks to the dog warden. All attacks need to be reported to R.B.C.

Correspondence for Information

205.

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

Date of Next Meeting

206.

3rd November 2026, 7.00pm Parish Council Meeting all at The Old School

There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.40pm

Agenda Item 9b)

The Launch Field Report

Parish Council Meeting 6th October

Training resumed on 5th September with a new intake for the 4–7-year-old group (18 children in total ) There were only eight children in the 8–11-year-old group, with the older children looking to play in a league elsewhere at other clubs.

TLF are ordering new goal posts for the Under-11 group following receipt of a grant from Rushcliffe Borough Council, supported by Councillor Ted Birch.

TLF are looking forward to the new season have registered with Toothill school for a Duke of Edinburgh volunteer to assist on Saturday mornings .

The CBMH Committee have reviewed the proposed rent increase. In light of the feedback received at the last Parish Council meeting and low numbers in the older group, it was decided not to request an increase in rent this year. The position will be reviewed again next year.

Pam Wregg

29th September 2026

Agenda Item 9a)

CBMH Chairman’s Monthly Report – September 2026

NEW BUILDING PROGRESS & FUNDRAISING

Pam Wregg continues to investigate the background details on the Hall and its land relating to the acquisitions of the two parcels of land from the early 1900’s. This information will be useful in future negotiations for the Planning/Development and Grant assistance legitimacy.

There have always been many stories told of the Hall and its somewhat peppered history, but more and more factual information reveals itself as we move forward with extremely interesting details of whom the land originally bequeathed by and for what purpose, predominantly to serve the Village of Cropwell Bishop.

No major fundraising events have been held through this period but we are building up to our next busy segment of the year with plenty of regular events on the way.

Time efforts, made by many volunteers, have created a massive boost in our quest to reach our goal, but sometimes the net financial result has been disappointing for the amount of input. The bond, however, that has now been created within this growing group of volunteers has been so refreshing, it gives us the energy to carry on.

GENERAL

It has been amazing to see the grass growing back on the playing Field and smell the fresh cut blades in the air, always reminds me of childhood somehow. We have lost a couple of small trees on the boundaries but the staked ones around the Petanque court appear to have survived thank goodness.

Small bits of maintenance continue around the main building and the Kitchen continues to operate successfully supplying good food and drinks. All is prepared for the next big food event being the Fireworks Display, where we can provide the essential and traditional Mushy Peas and Hot Dogs.

We still have the situation with the metal gates to the Playing Field which are just about adequate but will require major surgery or even replacement. If there is anybody that could help in any way with metalwork, please do not hesitate to contact us. I know that the Parish Council will assist wherever possible too and maybe between us we can reach a solution for the next few years ?

PETANQUE

We have been extremely lucky this season as the weather has been great for the regular Wednesday and Saturday mornings. Shortly however, we will be finishing until next Spring, and a small amount of work will be taking place to further improve the surface which has suffered a bit this year due to lack of rain.

The facility itself is generally great for what is required and as long as we keep the weeds away should be around for many years to come and thoroughly enjoyed by the group of people who champion it.

J J Lacey 28/09/2026

7.00pm at The Old School

The meeting started at 7.03pm and finished at 8.15pm

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

In Attendance: Clerk, Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C., Cllr. T. Birch R.B.C., & 2 Public Members

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Apologies Approved

50. Cllr. R. Gudgin – Family Emergency.

Declarations of Interest & Confirmation of Agenda

51. Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest: Cllr. Wilson, Cllr. Wregg, Cllr. Birch & Cllr. Clarke – Agenda Item 8 Cropwell Bishop Memorial Hall; and Cllr. Wroughton & Cllr. Wilson – Agenda Item 10b.

The Agenda was confirmed.

52. Standing Orders were suspended at 7.04pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees to speak to the meeting.

Parishioners’ Question Time & Policing Report

T. Jarrow presented a Street Signs Book to the Parish Council and thanked them for the Community Grant. 100 books were ordered of which 50 have already sold.

T. Jarrow asked if non-community items can be removed from the Community Notice Board situated at the Co-op if there are other community items to be placed there – non-community items can be removed.

Crime Figures

Cllr. Wroughton read the crime figures for March. In March there were 68 crimes in the Wiverton Group, 1 in Saxondale, 54 in Cotgrave, 6 in Langar Barnstone and 7 in Cropwell Bishop:

• 3 Burglary
• 2 Violence & Sexual Offences
• 1 Antisocial
• 1 Other Crime

53. Standing Orders reinstated at 7.08pm.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

54. Cllr. McEachran proposed the minutes of the Annual Parish Council Meeting on the 5th May 2026 were a true record, Cllr. Beazley seconded – all agreed.

Cllr. Wregg proposed the minutes of the Ordinary Parish Council Meeting on the 5th May 2026 were a true record, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the minutes of the Annual Parish Council meeting & the Ordinary Parish Council meeting held on 5th May 2026 were confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman”.

Progress

55. M.28 5/5/26 – Community Grant Street Stories

COMPLETE: The grant for £500 has been paid and Tony Jarrow sent in an email of thanks to the Parish Council.

56. M.29 5/5/26 – Community Grant International Triathlete

COMPLETE: The Clerk wrote to the applicant to explain the reasoning for refusing the grant. The Parish Council requested he raise his profile within the community before any further grant requests are made.

57. M.43 5/5/26 – Tree Warden

COMPLETE: A second tree warden, Seb Ellis, has now been appointed to work alongside the existing tree warden, Gill McKinnon.

58. M.48 5/5/26 – No Uninvited Callers Stickers

COMPLETE: The Clerk has a supply of the “No Uninvited Callers” stickers which will go out at the next Saturday Café. If councillors know of anyone who can’t collect a sticker, please see the Clerk.

Planning Matters & Applications

59. RBC Grant Permission 26/00402/FUL – Construction of dropped kerb – 48 Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BU.

NOTED

Finance

1. Financial Statement up to 28th May 2026

60. It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement.”

2. Payments made 28th May 2026 and Awaiting June 2026

61. It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 215”.

Correspondence for Action

63. To consider attendance to County Council Civil Service – Sunday 28th June, Southwell Minster, 3.00pm – no attendees on this occasion.

64. To consider invite to the Chairman and Clerk to the Institution of The Reverend Lauren Simpson on the 15th July at 6.00pm, St. Andrews Church, Langar. The Chairman advised she is on holiday on that date so cannot attend.

RESOLVED: “The Vice Chairman and the Clerk will attend.”

To Consider Re-Instatement of Football Goal Post – Memorial Hall Playing Fields

65. Considering the issues being faced on the village central greens it would be prudent to re-instate the goal post on the Memorial Hall Playing Field.

The Chairman asked the Clerk to read complaints from residents backing onto the central green where football is being played on a smaller part of the open green spaces behind the houses on Brownhill Close, Cooper Close and Newbury Close.

A resident has taken it upon themselves to cut the grass on the land under the ownership of R.B.C. and install a large adult-sized goal post. The area of open space is now down to the soil and being destroyed.

R.B.C. have placed a notice onto the goal posts asking that the goals be removed by the 30th May. The goal posts have been removed and placed in the corner of the green. However, there are still large groups of children playing on this section of the green shouting and swearing, disrupting residents’ use of their back gardens.

Cllr. Birch has been speaking with residents who wish the goal posts to remain in situ and Rushcliffe to try to come to a compromise.

The Chairman stated that there is a playing facility at the Memorial Hall where children can play football and that perhaps the open green space is not necessarily the right place for a large group of children to be playing football.

RESOLVED: “The Chairman go to speak with the Children to offer some compromise and ask the children to be more considerate of residents surrounding the area.”

Regarding the second goal post at the Memorial Hall, Cllr. McEachran proposed the Parish Council will re-instate the second goal post at the top end of the playing field. Cllr. Barlow seconded – all agreed.

RESOLVED: “The goal be re-instated at the top end of the Playing field where the higher fencing is in place as soon as possible. Cllrs. McEachran and Barlow agreed to help.”

Action: The Clerk will liaise with all parties to facilitate the re-instatement of the goal.

The Memorial Hall

1. Update on The Memorial Hall

66. A report was put to the meeting from the Memorial Hall Chair.

2. The Launch Field

67. A report was produced by the Memorial Hall.

Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections

68. During May the Ranger/Lengthsman carried out extensive weed removal down Nottingham Road where there were weeds growing up walls and on pavements. Weed spraying was also carried out.

One of the pieces of Outdoor Gym Equipment is faulty and this has been reported to Streetscape who have been instructed to carry out the necessary repairs.

Grass cutting is ongoing and the Gitty ways in the village have all been cut back this month.

The Parish Council wished to thank the Ranger/Lengthsman for his hard work and commented that the village is looking very neat and tidy.

The Old School

1. Entertainments, Activities & User Update

69. The May showing Song Sung Blue was shown in June. This film was not as well attended as the last couple of films, but attendees enjoyed the film. June Cinema will be Hamnet.

2. CKOB Club Update

70. Cllr. Wroughton advised the last session was lower in attendance due to school holiday. Children were still well behaved and the youth club is still attracting visitors from other villages.

Transport

71. There is to be a new bus service for Cropwell Bishop from the 21st June. The service will be the No.12 and will once again serve Central Avenue in West Bridgford. There will also be the re-instatement of a Sunday Service.

Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues

1. Sunken Road Surface Fern Road

72. Cllr. Clarke advised VIA have chased the compliance team to keep pressure on Severn Trent to carry out the necessary repair works.

2. Update on Parking on Corners of Kendal/Salvin Close

73. Cllr. Clarke advised the parking is not an easy situation to resolve unless obstruction can be proved.

Action: Cllr. Birch to enquire with R.B.C. as to why the bins on Salvin were not emptied on the 22nd June.

3. Update on Safety Signage for Pedestrians Crossing on Kinoulton Road

74. Cllr. Clarke advised a request has been put into VIA for signage in this area. The safety team must inspect the area to move this forward.

4. Community Speed Watch

75. Cllr. Wregg advised the last session to take place was in April but one is scheduled for this week. The police were also reported to have been on Nottingham Road with the speed van.

Cllr. Wregg advised she will be relinquishing her role as the speed watch co-ordinator. The Parish Council thanked her for her hard work.

The Environment/Biodiversity

1. Tree Warden Report

76. A second tree warden is now in place. Both members will be attending a tree in leaf training course.

77. Cllr. Wregg raised the issue of a post on Facebook saying hedgehogs were being killed by lawn mowers. After inspection it is badgers that had caused the damage to the hedgehog.

Councillors Reports

78. Cllr. McEachran read a report from his daughter on her athletics progress, including her high jump personal bests, competitions, and qualification for the English Schools competition.

79. Cllr. Wroughton advised a resident of Old Lenton Close had raised an issue with the street sign as the dead-end part has become faded. The Clerk will report the issue to Streetwise.

80. Cllr. Wilson advised he had been contacted by a resident of Rawlings Court regarding an incident involving children outside the Co-op.

81. Cllr. Wilson congratulated Cllr. R. Butler on becoming the Rushcliffe Mayor. The Clerk will write to Cllr. Butler to pass on the Parish Council’s good wishes.

Correspondence for Information

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

Date of Next Meeting

83. 7th July 2026, 7.00pm Parish Council Meeting at The Old School.

There being no further business the meeting closed at 8.06pm.

Chairman’s Signature: ________________________________

Date: ________________________________

Agenda Item 8a)

CMBH Chairman’s Monthly Report May 2026

New Building Progress & Fundraising

• Initial response from RBC regarding Pre Planning appears to be positive, with some points requiring confirmation and consultation.
• The event held in the Old School on Saturday 9th May with live band Belt & Braces made a nett profit towards future development costs.
• Heather Timmins successfully completed her “marathon in the house” task and raised a few hundred pounds from sponsorship.
• Anne Terzza continues with the Heritage merchandise.
• Mel Stanley will be selling Bric A Brac items at Saturday Café.
• The event on Saturday 18th July, “Chillin’ in the Park”, is progressing.

General

• Pam Wregg continues to open the Hall Kitchen and support events with her group of helpers.
• CBMH continues to move in a positive direction, gathering new support towards the main objective.

Petanque

• Thanks were given to the Parish Council for spraying the court with weed killer.
• Record numbers have been as high as 13 players this year.

J J Lacey
27/05/2026

Agenda Item 8b)

Parish Council Meeting 2nd June 2026

The Launch Field Ltd Report

There will be no football training on Saturday 30th May due to the school holidays.

The Launchfield are to be consulted regarding the location of the 2 goalposts before the Parish Council Meeting 2nd June.

Pam Wregg

Time: 6.45pm – The Old School

The meeting started at 6.46pm and finished at 7.08pm. Present: Cllrs. M. Barlow, M. Beazley, C. Bryan, R. Gudgin, I. McEachran, A. Wilson, P. Wregg & Cllr. J. Wroughton (Chairman) In Attendance: Mrs J. Towndrow (Clerk), Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C. & 1 Public Member

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Election of Chairman

1. Cllr. Wilson opened the meeting and announced he was standing down as Chairman and proposed Cllr. Wroughton, seconded by Cllr. McEachran. It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That Cllr. Wroughton be duly elected as Chairman”. Cllr. Wroughton accepted the position and signed the Declaration of Acceptance of Office.

Election of Vice-Chairman

2. Cllr. Wroughton advised that Cllr. Allison had put herself forward for Vice Chair prior to the meeting and signed a Declaration of Office witnessed by the Clerk and himself. If agreed at this meeting Cllr. Allison would become the Vice Chair. Cllr. Wroughton proposed Cllr. Allison, seconded by Cllr. Wregg. It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That Cllr. Allison be duly elected as Vice-Chairman”.

Apologies Approved

3. Cllr. Allison – Holiday.

Receipt of Declarations of Acceptance of Office & Register of Interest Forms Declarations

4. All members duly signed their Declaration of Acceptance Office forms witnessed and counter signed by the Clerk. All Register of Interest Forms Declarations were completed declaring no changes from the previous year. Cllr. Allison signed her form prior to going on holiday.

Receipt of Code of Conduct & Receipt of Signed Conduct Forms for All Members

5. All members duly signed their Receipt of Code of Conduct Forms with the exception of Cllr. Allison who signed her form in the office prior to her holiday.

Chairman Announcements

6. Cllr. Wroughton thanked the Council for their show of confidence in electing her as Chairman.

Cheque Signatories

7. It was:

RESOLVED: “That Cllrs. Allison (Vice Chairman), Bryan, Wilson & Wroughton (Chairman) will remain as the signatories for the upcoming year.”

To Note Representation on Other Bodies & To Nominate Areas of Responsibility

8. It was:

RESOLVED: “That the following members take up the positions of.”

• Cllrs. Beazley & Bryan – Parish Paths
• Cllr. Wilson – Press Officer
• Cllr. Wilson – Newsletter Co-Editor & Clerk
• Cllrs. Bryan & Wroughton – Health & Safety Officers
• Cllrs. Gudgin & McEachran – Snow & Flood Wardens
• Cllrs. Wilson & Wroughton – Primary School Council Representatives

To Review Working Groups & Areas of Interest

9. Members indicated on the form provided specific areas of interest in Council business and activities.

To Fix Time & Dates of Meetings of the Council for the Ensuing Year

10. Members agreed to retain the current times and dates of the 1st Tuesday of every month starting at 7.00pm, no meeting shall be held in August, and the January meeting shall be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. The Annual Meeting of the Electorate will be held on 14th April 2027.

Asset Register

11. Cllr. Wilson proposed the Asset Register to the value of £1,429,044.50 be approved, Cllr. McEachran seconded – all agreed. It was unanimously: RESOLVED: “To approve the listing equating to an estimated value of £1,429,044.50 (replacement value).”

General Power of Competence

12. Cllr. Wilson proposed the Parish Council continue with the General Power of Competence as the Parish Council meets GPOC having 2/3rds of its members being elected, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed. It was unanimously: RESOLVED: “The Parish Council resolves that from the 5th May 2026, until the next relevant Annual Meeting of the Parish Council, which having met the conditions of eligibility as defined in the Localism Act 2011 S1 965 The Parish Councils (General Power of Competence) (Prescribed Conditions) Order 2012, to adopt the General Power of Competence”.

Policy Documents

13. It was noted that the following documents had recently been reviewed and were available on request:

• Standing Orders
• Financial Regulations – it was noted that new model Financial Regulations are to be released by NALC and will be agreed at the next meeting.
• Risk Management
• Asset Register

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Close of ACM at 7.08pm Chairman’s Signature: _______________________________ Date: _______________________________

Time: 6.45pm – The Old School

The meeting started at 6.46pm and finished at 7.08pm.

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

In Attendance: Mrs J. Towndrow (Clerk), Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C. & 1 Public Member

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Election of Chairman

1. Cllr. Wilson opened the meeting and announced he was standing down as Chairman and proposed Cllr. Wroughton, seconded by Cllr. McEachran.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That Cllr. Wroughton be duly elected as Chairman”.

Cllr. Wroughton accepted the position and signed the Declaration of Acceptance of Office.

Election of Vice-Chairman

2. Cllr. Wroughton advised that Cllr. Allison had put herself forward for Vice Chair prior to the meeting and signed a Declaration of Office witnessed by the Clerk and himself. If agreed at this meeting Cllr. Allison would become the Vice Chair. Cllr. Wroughton proposed Cllr. Allison, seconded by Cllr. Wregg.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That Cllr. Allison be duly elected as Vice-Chairman”.

Apologies Approved

3. Cllr. Allison – Holiday.

Receipt of Declarations of Acceptance of Office & Register of Interest Forms Declarations

4. All members duly signed their Declaration of Acceptance Office forms witnessed and counter signed by the Clerk. All Register of Interest Forms Declarations were completed declaring no changes from the previous year. Cllr. Allison signed her form prior to going on holiday.

Receipt of Code of Conduct & Receipt of Signed Conduct Forms for All Members

5. All members duly signed their Receipt of Code of Conduct Forms with the exception of Cllr. Allison who signed her form in the office prior to her holiday.

Chairman Announcements

6. Cllr. Wroughton thanked the Council for their show of confidence in electing her as Chairman.

Cheque Signatories

7. It was:

RESOLVED: “That Cllrs. Allison (Vice Chairman), Bryan, Wilson & Wroughton (Chairman) will remain as the signatories for the upcoming year.”

To Note Representation on Other Bodies & To Nominate Areas of Responsibility

8. It was:

RESOLVED: “That the following members take up the positions of.”

• Cllrs. Beazley & Bryan – Parish Paths
• Cllr. Wilson – Press Officer
• Cllr. Wilson – Newsletter Co-Editor & Clerk
• Cllrs. Bryan & Wroughton – Health & Safety Officers
• Cllrs. Gudgin & McEachran – Snow & Flood Wardens
• Cllrs. Wilson & Wroughton – Primary School Council Representatives

To Review Working Groups & Areas of Interest

9. Members indicated on the form provided specific areas of interest in Council business and activities.

To Fix Time & Dates of Meetings of the Council for the Ensuing Year

10. Members agreed to retain the current times and dates of the 1st Tuesday of every month starting at 7.00pm, no meeting shall be held in August, and the January meeting shall be held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month. The Annual Meeting of the Electorate will be held on 14th April 2027.

Asset Register

11. Cllr. Wilson proposed the Asset Register to the value of £1,429,044.50 be approved, Cllr. McEachran seconded – all agreed.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the listing equating to an estimated value of £1,429,044.50 (replacement value).”

General Power of Competence

12. Cllr. Wilson proposed the Parish Council continue with the General Power of Competence as the Parish Council meets GPOC having 2/3rds of its members being elected, Cllr. Bryan seconded – all agreed.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED:

“The Parish Council resolves that from the 5th May 2026, until the next relevant Annual Meeting of the Parish Council, which having met the conditions of eligibility as defined in the Localism Act 2011 S1 965 The Parish Councils (General Power of Competence) (Prescribed Conditions) Order 2012, to adopt the General Power of Competence”.

Policy Documents

13. It was noted that the following documents had recently been reviewed and were available on request:

• Standing Orders
• Financial Regulations – it was noted that new model Financial Regulations are to be released by NALC and will be agreed at the next meeting.
• Risk Management
• Asset Register

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Close of ACM at 7.08pm

Chairman’s Signature: _______________________________

Date: _______________________________

Time: 7.00pm at The Old School

The meeting started at 7.08pm and finished at 8.06pm.

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

In Attendance: Clerk, Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C., Cllr. T. Birch R.B.C., and 1 public member.

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Apologies Approved

14. Cllr. W. Allison – Holiday. Cllr. Birch would arrive late.

Declarations of Interest & Confirmation of Agenda

15. Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest were received from Cllr. Wilson and Cllr. Wregg. Cllr. Clarke declared an interest in Agenda Item 8, Cropwell Bishop Memorial Hall. Cllr. Wroughton and Cllr. Wilson declared an interest in Agenda Item 10b.

The agenda was confirmed.

16. Standing Orders were suspended at 7.09pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees to speak to the meeting.

Parishioners’ Question Time & Policing Report

There were no parishioner issues raised.

Crime Figures

Cllr. Wroughton read the crime figures for February. There were 45 crimes in the Wiverton Group, of which 35 were in Cotgrave, 2 in Stragglethorpe, 1 in Colston Bassett, 1 in Barnstone and 3 in Cropwell Bishop:

• 1 – Antisocial Behaviour
• 1 – Public Order
• 1 – Other Crime

17. Standing Orders were reinstated at 7.10pm.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

18. Cllr. McEachran proposed that the minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 7th April 2026 were a true record. Cllr. Wregg seconded. All agreed.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on 7th April 2026 were confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman.”

Progress

19. M.111 1/7/25 – Remarking of White & Yellow Lines in the Village

The works to remark the faded yellow and white lines in and around the village will be completed between 11th and 14th May. Two-way traffic signals will be in place whilst the re-lining takes place.

20. M.493 6/4/26 – Grit Bin, Simpsons Drive

Complete: The grit bin has now been relocated to the correct location.

Planning Matters & Applications

21. RBC New Application 26/00666/VAR

Variation of condition 1 (Plans) 21/02885/REM for amended tile over brick gable detail – Land to the rear of 1 Nottingham Road, Cropwell Bishop.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “No Objection.”

22. RBC New Application 26/00676/FUL

Erection of 2 additional units and associated parking – Canalside Industrial Park, Kinoulton Road, Cropwell Bishop.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “No Objection.”

Finance

23. a) Financial Statement up to 30th April 2026

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement.”

24. b) Payments Made 30th April 2026 and Awaiting May 2026

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 214.”

25. c) (i) To Note Internal Auditor’s Report & Variance Explanation Letter

Members received a copy of the Internal Auditor Letter relating to any variances for the last financial year and the change in valuation of The Old School on the Asset Register.

There were no areas of concern raised.

Noted.

26. c) (ii) To Approve the Annual Governance Statement 2025/26 & Authorise the Chairman to Sign

Members received a copy of the completed annual return for 2025/26.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the Annual Governance Statement for 2025/26 is approved and duly signed by the Chairman.”

27. c) (iv) To Approve the Accounting Statement for 2025/26 & Authorise the Chairman to Sign

Members received a copy of the completed annual return for 2025/26. Box 9 was countersigned by the Clerk and the Chairman, approving the change in Asset Register valuation due to The Old School revaluation.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the Accounting Statement for 2025/26 is approved and duly signed by the Chairman.”

28. d) To Consider Community Grant Request – “Street Stories of Cropwell Bishop” Book Publication

Cllr. Wilson proposed that a grant of £500 be allocated towards the project. Cllr. Wregg seconded. All agreed.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “A grant of £500 be allocated to Tony Jarrow for the ‘Street Stories of Cropwell Bishop’ book publication.”

29. d) To Consider Community Grant Request – International Triathlon Support

Cllr. Barlow proposed that the Council should not support this grant application on this occasion until the applicant raises his profile in the community. Cllr. Gudgin seconded. Cllr. McEachran abstained and Cllr. Wroughton disagreed. All remaining councillors agreed.

It was\;

RESOLVED: “The grant request be refused on this occasion and the Clerk to write to the applicant to explain why and suggest actions to be completed to enable future grants to be considered more favourably.”

30. Cllr. Birch joined the meeting.

Correspondence for Action

31. There were no items to consider.

To Review Investment of Funds Policy

32. Cllr. Bryan proposed that the Council adopt the policy changes, being the increase in the FSCA cover as presented at the meeting. Cllr. McEachran seconded. All agreed and the policy was signed by the Chairman.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To Adopt the Investment of Funds Policy.”

The Memorial Hall

33. a) Update on The Memorial Hall

A report was put to the meeting from the Memorial Hall. A copy is attached at the end of these minutes.

Cllr. Wregg updated the Parish Council on the pre-planning. The Memorial Hall had received a favourable response to the pre-planning application and would move forward with the full planning stages.

A lot of people turned up to watch the tractor run and there have been good numbers at the Petanque sessions.

Cllr. Wregg thanked the Parish Council for the donation of the old tables for Memorial Hall event use.

34. b) The Launch Field

A report was produced by the Memorial Hall. A copy is attached at the end of these minutes.

Cllr. Wregg thanked Cllr. Wroughton for the contact information regarding volunteer help from the Toot Hill Duke of Edinburgh students.

Village Ranger / Lengthsman Inspections

35. During April, the Ranger/Lengthsman weed sprayed the whole village. Grass cutting has been done twice and will continue throughout May.

There has been more drug activity reported at the playpark, with empty drug packages being left under the zip wire and around the swings in the bottom corner. The Ranger will keep a check on this area.

Action: Clerk to report the situation to the Police and ask if they can do occasional drive pasts in the early evening.

Grass cutting, weed spraying and safety surface clearing have been undertaken at the playpark. This is an ongoing job throughout the summer months, keeping weeds at bay.

The annual RoSPA Safety Inspection is due in May.

The Old School

36. a) Entertainments, Activities & User Update

The Choral film in April was a sell-out and a well-received film. The next event is Cropwell Cinema in May, showing Song Sung Blue, and Hamnet will be shown in June.

37. b) CKOB Club Update

Cllr. Wroughton advised that the last session was well attended, with approximately 50 well-behaved children.

Cllr. Wroughton advised that she had a rather frightening experience locking up after the last CKOB Club, as there were adults shouting in the garden at the side of the building. In future, the gate to the small garden will be locked as they leave, not just before they leave. This will eliminate anyone being able to get into the gardens whilst they are still on the premises.

Transport

38. There were no issues to report.

Highways & Footpaths Defects / Issues

39. a) Sunken Road Surface, Fern Road

Ongoing. Cllr. Clarke advised that VIA will be chasing the compliance team to chase Severn Trent to carry out the necessary repair works.

40. b) Update on Parking on Corners of Kendal / Salvin Close

Cllr. Clarke advised that the Police had been asked to review the area for obstruction parking and deal with any issues accordingly.

41.

Cllr. Wroughton read a letter from a concerned resident regarding crossing Kinoulton Road from one side of the Canal Footpath to the other. The speed limit in this area is 60mph and the crossing is on a fast bend.

The resident requested support from the Parish Council to get the speed limit reduced to 30mph, or at least to have warning pedestrian crossing signs placed on either side of the carriageway.

Cllr. Clarke advised that a 30mph speed limit would be highly unlikely as it is not a built-up area, but he would put a request to Highways to ask for warning pedestrian crossing signs.

42. c) Community Speed Watch

Cllr. Wregg advised that a session was undertaken in April on Cropwell Butler Road. One car was reported for speeding, but the session acted as a good deterrent in the area, as lots of cars were heard braking so as not to be registered as speeding.

The Environment / Biodiversity

43. a) Tree Warden Report

The Council was pleased with the positive report from the current Tree Warden. The Tree Warden asked if the Council would consider taking a second Tree Warden on board, who is an ecologist by profession and lives in the village.

Cllr. McEachran proposed that the Council take on the second Tree Warden. Cllr. Bryan seconded. All agreed.

It was unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To take on a second Tree Warden.”

44. Cllr. Bryan reported that he attended the Grantham Canal Local Authority Open Day on 1st May on behalf of the Parish Council. Unfortunately, the invitation, which had been extended to the full Council, was sitting in the junk mail. Cllr. Bryan advised that it was a good event attended by over two hundred people.

To Announce Competition Winners – March Cropwell News

45. Cllr. Clarke made the draw. The winner was Mary Barlow.

Councillors’ Reports

46. Cllr. Wregg advised that she had received the minutes from the Police Priority Setting meeting. A copy will be sent to the Clerk for circulation to the Council.

Speeding was a concern for many attendees at the meeting and the Police advised that, where possible, they will do some random speed checks.

No Unwanted Caller stickers are available to the public. The Clerk will endeavour to obtain some of these stickers and make them available to residents.

47. Cllr. Wroughton asked for attendees to the May Saturday Café. Cllrs. Barlow, Beazley, Bryan, Wilson and Wroughton can attend.

Correspondence for Information

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

Date of Next Meeting

49. The next Parish Council Meeting will be held on 2nd June 2026 at 7.00pm at The Old School.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 8.06pm.

Chairman’s Signature: _______________________________

Date: _______________________________

7.00pm at The Old School – DRAFT PUBLICATION/strong>

(The meeting started at 7.07pm and finished at 8.07pm)

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

In Attendance: Clerk, Cllr. N. Clarke N.C.C. and 2 residents

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Apologies Approved

471. Cllr. Allison – Hospital

Declarations of Interest & Confirmation of Agenda

472. Declarations of Non-Pecuniary Interest: Cllrs. A. Wilson, P. Wregg and Cllr. Clarke – Agenda Item 8 – Memorial Hall; and Cllr. Wroughton – Agenda Item 10b).

The agenda was confirmed.

473. Standing Orders were suspended at 7.08pm to allow the order of business to be amended to enable attendees to speak to the meeting.

Parishioners’ Question Time & Policing Report

No questions.

Crime Figures

No crime figures available.

474. Standing Orders reinstated at 7.09pm.

Minutes of the Previous Meeting

475. Cllr. Wroughton proposed the minutes of the Parish Council Meeting on 3rd March 2026 were a true record, Cllr. Wregg seconded – all agreed.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “That the minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on 3rd March 2026 were confirmed as a true record and signed by the Chairman”.

Progress

476. No items to report in this matter.

Planning Matters & Applications

477. RBC New Application: 26/00402/FUL – Construction of dropped kerb – 48 Fern Road, Cropwell Bishop NG12 3BU

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “No Objection”

Finance

478. a) Financial Statement up to 31st March 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the financial statement & signed by Cllrs. Wilson & Wregg.”

479. b) Payments made March 31st 2026 and Awaiting April 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve all payments as reproduced on payments document 213 & signed by Cllrs. Wilson & Wregg”.

480. c) Receipts & Payments Reports April 2025 – March 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the receipts and payments reports.”

481. d) VAT Summary – April 2025 to March 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the VAT Summary as produced on the report and noted VAT Qtr. 3 Error has been corrected”

482. e) Financial Summary April 2025 to March 2026

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To approve the Financial Summary as produced on the report.”

Correspondence for Action

483. a) To Consider attendance to RSVCSG 29th April 11 to 12.30pm at Rushcliffe Arena

No attendees on this occasion.

To Consider Future Picnic In The Park Events

484. Discussion took place regarding future Picnic In The Park Events. Cllr. Gudgin proposed that the event be run on 1st July 2028. Cllr. Gudgin will form a sub-committee with Cllr. I. McEachran and Cllr. P. Wregg and other village volunteers. Cllr. McEachran seconded – all agreed.

It Was Unanimously:

RESOLVED: “To continue with Picnic In The Park on 1st July 2028, source DJ, bands, PA, trailer staging etc., well in advance of the event date.”

The Memorial Hall

485. a) Update on The Memorial Hall

A report was put to the meeting from the Memorial Hall (copy attached at the end of minutes). Cllr. Wregg wanted to thank Mel and Bob Stanley for the sponsored pink hair dye and Cllr. Birch for playing Easter Bunny at the Easter event.

486. b) The Launch Field

A report was put to the meeting from the Memorial Hall (copy attached to the end of minutes).

Cllr. Wregg reported that they are waiting to speak to Hollie regarding the future of the Launch Field and advised that they need some help to support the Coach. A DofE volunteer was suggested and Cllr. Wroughton will pass on some contact details for DofE volunteers.

Village Ranger/Lengthsman Inspections

487. The Ranger/Lengthsman has passed the training course for weed spraying.

The Ranger/Lengthsman has sprayed the wooden storage facility with 2 coats of clear wood preserve and has started painting the bus shelters. The grass has been cut twice in the village and weed spraying has commenced.

Reporting of pothole and pavement damage has been carried out over the month by the Ranger.

The Old School

488. a) Entertainments, Activities & User Update

Live music event on 11th April with the Shantyfolk playing; this is a sell-out event with 60 people attending.

Upcoming cinema showings are The Choral on 17th April, Song Sung Blue in May and Hamnet in June.

489. b) CKOB Club Update

The last CKOB had 50 children in attendance, slightly lower than normal due to the Easter half term.

Cllr. Wroughton will be asking Cllr. Clarke for a grant from his divisional fund for walkie-talkies.

Transport

490. The Clerk advised there had been no problems reported since the last meeting. Residents have been advised about the change of bus route whilst Rookery Corner in Cropwell Butler is closed.

Highways & Footpaths Defects/Issues

491. a) Sunken Road Surface – Fern Road

Cllr. Clarke advised this had been reported back to Highways who in turn have reported it to the adherence team who deal with utilities; the adherence team will follow this up with Severn Trent.

492. b) To Consider Obstruction Issues – Corner of Kendall Road & Salvin Close

Complaints have been received by the Clerk regarding obstruction issues on Kendall Road due to parked vehicles. Bin lorries could not easily gain access/egress to Salvin Close and the top of Kendall Road due to double parked vehicles, vehicles opposite the junction and vehicles on the corners of Kendall Road and Salvin Close. Residents have phoned the Clerk regarding the issue and safety in this area. Bin lorries and emergency services will really struggle to get through.

Cllr. Clarke advised that this is not a Highways matter but a police matter, as it is obstruction of the highway. Cars that are taxed, MOT’d and insured are entitled to park on the highway. Cllr. Clarke did not feel that white or yellow lines in this area would be the answer.

Action: Cllr. Clarke will speak with Sergeant Brett Price to ask him to visit the area and see if any action can be taken. The Clerk will write to Darryl Birch and Laura Trussler to advise of the issues.

493. Cllr. Wilson reported that the blue grit bin had been placed on Simpson Drive but unfortunately it is on the wrong side of the roundabout.

Action: Cllr. Clarke will speak to Highways to get the bin moved to the correct side of the roundabout in the location advised in the original instance.

494. Cllr. Wilson advised that the car park on Simpson Drive has now been transferred to the ownership of the school. The car park has now been fenced off.

495. Cllr. Wroughton raised an issue with the diversion signs at the end of Church Street. It is dangerous that the signs are in the road on the corner of this junction, making it unsafe for egress/access from Nottingham Road onto Church Street.

Action: Cllr. Clarke will speak to VIA East Midlands to see if the signs can be moved at all.

496. c) Speed Watch

Cllr. Wregg advised a session had taken place on Nottingham Road on 12th March between 8.40am and 9.30am – 351 cars were recorded of which 6 cars were exceeding 36mph. The Police Speed Van has been on Nottingham Road twice in recent weeks.

The Environment/Biodiversity

497. It was noted that there are hedgehogs out and about around the village.

Councillors Reports

498. Cllr. Wregg advised that if anyone wished to sponsor Bob and Mel Stanley for the hair dye, she had a SumUp machine and could take donations on it.

499. Cllr. Wilson asked for attendees to the April Saturday Café – Cllr. Wilson and Cllr. Clarke would be in attendance.

Correspondence for Information

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

Date of Next Meeting

501. 15th April 2026 Annual Meeting of the Electorate, 7.00pm at The Old School

5th May 2026 Annual Parish Council Meeting, 6.45pm at The Old School followed by the full council meeting at 7.00pm.

There being no further business, the meeting closed at 8.07pm.

Chairman’s Signature:

Date:

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Agenda Item 8a) & b)

CMBH Chairman’s Monthly Report – March 2026

New Building Progress & Fundraising

We await comment from RBC on the Pre-Application to Planning for the New Build in readiness for a Full Planning Application to follow.

We are hoping to create a form of public exhibition where plans are presented and conversation with the architects can take place in order to engage with the village on the whole project.

Mel & Bob Stanley have exceeded all expectations with their “Sponsored Hair Colouring” event and have had over £1,000.00 already pledged. A great big thank you from CBMH for their continued efforts and support.

A “Hop into Easter” event is being organised to incorporate both children and adult activities on the same day along with the ubiquitous “Bric a Brac”, raffle and food/drink offers.

Due to the cancellation of Picnic in the Park 2026, CBMH have taken the opportunity to investigate the possibility of a late summer event to fill the gap but not replicate the Picnic in the Park format or duplicate the Summer Fete format.

General

Basic maintenance continues around both the building and site wherever required to keep the current usable structures viably sound.

New infra-red heaters have been purchased to wall-mount in the meeting room and kitchen, hopefully to make those areas more readily usable during the cold spells. Thanks go to Cllr. Neil Clarke for his financial assistance with these.

We will be keeping an eye on the in-filled section of ground by the top entrance as the spoil that was tipped is predominantly clay, but hopefully the grass will eventually grow through and reinforce the flatter area.

Thanks to CBPC for tidying up the old goal area with topsoil and seeding.

The hedging whips that were planted last year are now showing through with a loss of probably 25%, which isn’t too bad, and we will soon see the Nottingham Road hedgerow flourishing in the coming years.

Petanque

The new season will be about to commence in April, subject to the temperature, and we look forward to some new faces in 2026. We have found that this activity has become as much a social gathering as an easy laid-back “sport.”

TLF

Better weather has helped with Saturday morning attendances for both sessions and fewer cancellations, giving the kitchen a little boost in turnover.

There will be a two-week break for Easter and hopefully a vigorous return.

J. J. Lacey – 31/03/2026