• Welcome Pack

    Welcome Pack of information for all new villagers

  • WORTWELL MARDLER

    In which format would you prefer to receive/access the Wortwell Mardler in the future?

    Wortwell Parish Council would like to hear from you

    The longstanding Wortwell Mardler is our printed village newsletter, published once every two months, and is currently delivered free of charge to Wortwell residents. After the paper copy is distributed, the Mardler is published on our village website, so it can be read by a wider audience.

    Which of the following would be your preference in the future:
    a) printed newsletter delivered to your door
    b) access via village website
    c) subscribe to receive e-newsletter

    Submit your choice in one of the following ways by 25 January:

    1) https://forms.office.com/r/iu9N2cR4Rd

    2) QR code

    3) Contact Lua, Parish Clerk, email [email protected], 01986 788789

    The results will be shared in the March/April issue of the Mardler, which will be printed and delivered in the usual way. Thank You

     

  • Government payments for communities affected by flooding

    Flood-hit communities impacted by Storm Henk (2 to 8 January) can now apply for thousands of pounds from the government to help them recover.

    The financial support announced today (6 January 2024) will be available to eligible areas in England that have experienced exceptional localised flooding.

    Help will be available for:

    1. Flooded households in eligible affected areas, who can apply for up to £500 cash to help with immediate costs.
    2. Households and businesses significantly affected, who will be eligible for 100% council tax and business rates relief for at least 3 months.
    3. Small-to-medium sized businesses in eligible affected areas, who can apply for up to £2,500 from the Business Recovery Grant to help them return quickly to business as usual.
    4. Eligible flood-hit property owners, who can apply for up to £5,000 to help make their homes and businesses more resilient to future flooding via the Property Flood Resilience Repair Grant Scheme.
    5. Farmers who have suffered uninsurable damage to their land will be able to apply for grants of up to £25,000 through the Farming Recovery Fund towards repair and reinstatement costs for farmers adversely affected by exceptional flooding.

    This support will be made available through a scheme called the Flood Recovery Framework, which is used in exceptional circumstances to support councils and communities following severe flooding. The measures were announced by the Communities Secretary Michael Gove and Environment Secretary Steve Barclay.

  • Wortwell Nature Recovery Community Group

    Community based nature recovery is an important element of overall nature recovery for the region and country.  It is a way that everyone can get involved.  The voice and actions of ordinary people do count and can make a difference. Remember, the size of the gardens in England is larger than that of the national nature reserves.  If people who have previously not thought about nature recovery now do something, and those who are already taking action do a little bit more, the collective impact may be bigger than we think.

    South Norfolk Council reinforced their support for nature recovery in December by passing a motion which I proposed.  It was agreed to endorse the community nature recovery model pioneered by Harleston and to encourage Parish councils across the district to implement a similar approach across their own communities.  Wortwell Parish Council have already endorsed the community model and are ahead of the game on this one.

    The Parish Council are now looking to set up a community group to formulate and deliver local initiatives. Parish Councillor, Robert Hadingham, has kindly agreed to be the contact point. We will be giving a brief presentation before the Quiz Night at the Wortwell CORE on Friday 9 February. 

    If you would like to know more, or get involved then please look at: www.ournaturerecovery.org.uk/community/wortwell or email [email protected]

    Trevor Graham, District Councillor for the Harleston Ward

     

  • Defibrillator Familiarisation Training – Friday 19 April

  • Wortwell Town Lands Charity

    Parents/Carers of Wortwell children/young people in receipt of state education are invited to apply for assistance with residential educational trips and for transfer to sixth form or university that have taken place in the past 12 months.

    Residents should apply to our Secretary, Mrs. P. Swinden, Four Winds, Tunbeck Road, IP20 0HP, telephone 01986 788977.

     

  • A Helping Hand for South Norfolk Residents

    South Norfolk Council recognise how important it is for our elderly residents to stay in their own homes for as long as possible and sometimes a small change can make a big difference.

    The Council’s Handyperson+ scheme supports residents with a wide range of small household repairs and minor adaptation work.

    The experienced team can help with many tasks including fitting key safes, fall prevention adaptions, smoke alarms, grab rails and better lighting. They can also offer advice on staying warm during cold weather.

    As well as small works, the handyperson will chat to residents during a visit to see if they would benefit from any additional help. They have an in-depth knowledge of grants, allowances and services a resident may be eligible for.

    In addition, the team can direct residents to relevant community support, including social clubs or events in the local area to help combat loneliness.

    You may be eligible for the service free of charge if;

    • You are over 65
    • Have a long-term condition or disability AND
    • Receive either Housing Benefit, Guaranteed Pension Credit or Universal Credit.

    You may be eligible for our handyperson service with an hourly charge of £10.32 if;

    • You are over 65 AND
    • Have a long-term condition or disability

    You may be eligible for our handyperson service with an hourly charge of £20.78 if;

    • You are under 65 you have no long-term condition or disability.

    This does not include the cost of any materials.

    To contact the Council to request the Handyperson+ service please call 01508 505284, or email: [email protected]

  • Remembrance Day Service Sunday 12 November

    The annual Remembrance Day Service was held at The Knoll at 3pm on Sunday 12 November.

    Canon Nigel Tuffnell delivered the service to a congregation of 40, including members of the Royal British Legion.

    Wortwell Parish Council would like to express their grateful thanks to Amanda and Kevin for volunteering their time to refurbish the War Memorial, and Marion for donating the rose plants.

  • Outdoor Gym Equipment Installed


    Wortwell Parish Council are delighted to announce that outdoor gym equipment has been installed on the ‘old’ field adjacent to Tunbeck Close.

    The Parish Council made an application to the National Lottery Community Fund earlier this year and was successfully awarded funds to purchase five pieces of gym equipment and a bench.    The five pieces of equipment, supplied by Fresh Air Fitness, are Arm & Pedal Bike, Elliptical X Trainer, Seated Leg Press, Self Weighted Rower and Air Walker, each having instructions on their use, and a separate sign with Health & Safety advice has been erected close by.

     

  • Reporting Pot Holes

    If you have seen a pothole please report it. During reporting you can also see on a map if a pothole has already been reported by someone else. All potholes will likely be repaired within six weeks of identification. If the pothole has been outlined with paint, they have already been inspected and are due to be fixed. You don’t need to report these.

    Link to report potholes to Norfolk County Council – Potholes – Norfolk County Council
    (www.norfolk.gov.uk/roads-and-transport/roads/road-maintenance/potholes)

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