A detailed family history book covers the Taylors of Wiltshire from 1735 to 2001. Wiltshire Man Publishes Detailed Book About His Family History Tim Taylor wrote a book. It tells his family history from 1735 to 2001. The Taylors are from Bradford on Avon. He researched in Wiltshire and nearby counties. Libraries will have the…
Platinum Skies donated £1,500 to Help for Heroes, raised from Finch House sales at Chapters retirement village, Salisbury. Platinum Skies Donates £1500 to Support Help for Heroes Charity Platinum Skies gave money to Help for Heroes on Wednesday, February 19. James Davies and veterans from Chapters, a retirement village in Salisbury, gave the check. The…
Platinum Skies donated £1,500 to Help for Heroes, raised from Finch House sales at Chapters retirement village, Salisbury. Platinum Skies donated £1,500 to Help for Heroes, raised from Finch House sales at Chapters retirement village, Salisbury. Platinum Skies Donates £1500 to Support Help for Heroes Charity Platinum Skies Donates £1500 to Support Help for Heroes…
Planning inquiry opens regarding Old Sarum airfield proposals. Heritage, roads and housing are key issues. Old Sarum Airfield Inquiry Begins Arguments Presented in Salisbury Nick Fagan will decide on the airfield plans. He’s a government planning inspector. The decision follows a six-day hearing at Salisbury’s Red Lion Hotel. Evidence covers heritage, roads, and home viability.…
Half term engineering work causes diversions and bus replacements on South Western Railway routes. Check your journey. South Western Railway Half Term: Cancellations and Route Changes Buses will replace trains on some routes. Check your trip and allow more time. On February 22-23, 2025, the Salisbury to Southampton route will have bus replacements. This is…
Swindon Central reports the most violent crime in Wiltshire with over 100 crimes per 1000 people. Police visibility is to increase. Swindon Central Area Revealed as Having Highest Violent Crime Rate A report showed crime areas in Wiltshire. Wiltshire is generally the safest UK county. Swindon Central has the most violent crime. It sees over…
Hearing begins on controversial plan for 315 homes and amenities after council rejection. Focus on heritage and feasibility. Planning Inquiry Examines Homes Plan Near Old Sarum Airfield A hearing started about building homes near the airfield. The plan includes 315 homes, stores, and fun things. It’s at The Red Lion Hotel. The hearing began last…
Overview of recent planning applications in Salisbury and surrounding areas, including extensions, renovations, and alterations. Salisbury Planning Applications Filed Week Ending February 16th Okay, so I saw some planning applications. These applications were submitted recently; the week ending February 16th is when they were filed. Let’s break them down by location. First, there’s Alderbury. Application…
Six new affordable homes, including flats and houses, are coming to Bemerton Heath after planning approval. Affordable Housing Project Approved for Bemerton Heath, Salisbury They’re building homes near Rawlence Road. The land belongs to Wiltshire Council, and it’s west of number 24. Woodlands School and the sports club are close. Martyn Whalley filed a planning…
Salisbury votes on a plan covering housing, biodiversity, climate, transportation, and more. This could influence funding. Salisbury Residents to Vote on Neighbourhood Plan Next Week The SNDP includes policies on many topics. Housing, biodiversity, and climate change are covered. Transportation, healthcare, and parking are also included. Furthermore, tourism is addressed, along with river and field…