https://pirbright-pc.gov.uk/rss/ Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:25:53 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/guildford-in-bloom-competition-24-mar-2026 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/guildford-in-bloom-competition-24-mar-2026 Please see details and click - here - for all the details and get involved! There are some beautiful gardens in Pirbright.... Mon, 16 Mar 2026 13:13:15 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/school-lane-road-closure-16-mar-2026 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/school-lane-road-closure-16-mar-2026 Pavement improvement works will begin 30th March for 3 weeks. During this time the road (School Lane) between the junction with Dawney Hill and Cunningham House will be closed. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 10:50:30 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/notice-of-vacancy-for-parish-councillor-30-jan-2026 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/notice-of-vacancy-for-parish-councillor-30-jan-2026 If you or someone you know, wish to find out about the role of a Parish Councillor. Please get in touch! Could you be a Parish Councillor and advocate for your community as we enter into a new Government structure and become part of a new West Surrey Unitary Authority? The Parish Council would be particularly keen to hear from you if you have planning experience and knowledge. Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:29:47 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/housing-development-for-950-homes-planned-for-normandy-15-jan-2026 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/housing-development-for-950-homes-planned-for-normandy-15-jan-2026 Message from: Normandy Action Group (NAG) A crucial planning application for 950 new builds in Normandy, submitted by Taylor Wimpey, is imminent. Guildford Borough Council will soon publish it, initiating a critical 21 day consultion period. NAG's objective is to stop this development and needs Pirbright residents to object to the application as soon as it is published. This project is inappropr Wed, 7 Jan 2026 13:50:36 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/silt-from-the-pond-28-oct-2024 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/silt-from-the-pond-28-oct-2024 The Pond was dredged in September 2024 and the silt which was removed was spread across the main Green. Spreading the silt rather than having it removed saved the Parish £30,000. The intention was always to use this rich source of nutrients to fertilise the Green and raise the level of this area which historically had some low areas within it. The area was harrowed again in September 2025 a Tue, 6 Jan 2026 17:55:28 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/2026-pirbright-heathland-clearance-dates-6-jan-2026 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/2026-pirbright-heathland-clearance-dates-6-jan-2026 The below calendar gives the dates of the latest work days in Pirbright and the surrounding area. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:20:32 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/pirbright-village-sign-18-dec-2025 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/pirbright-village-sign-18-dec-2025 Unfortunately, the Pirbright Village Sign toppled during a storm in November. The metal signwork has been stored and the whole sign will be restored and re-erected in the New Year. Thanks to Cllr Nic Sands and Catherine Loots for acting so quickly. Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:20:01 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/farnborough-airport-expansion-18-sep-2023 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/farnborough-airport-expansion-18-sep-2023 Farnborough Airport is set to expand. If you wish to find out more, please take a look at the Farnborough Noise website: https://www.farnboroughnoise.org/ There has been an additional planning application lodged with Rushmoor Borough Council in this regard. If you would like to comment on this application, the application can be viewed at www.rushmoor.gov.uk/publicaccess. The Web page details in Wed, 8 Oct 2025 17:29:44 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/dawney-hill-road-closure-8-oct-2025 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/dawney-hill-road-closure-8-oct-2025 Dawney Hill will be closed from Caterham Close, travelling North towards Pirbrigh Arch and Brookwood from Monday 13th October for 22 weeks. Travelling from Pirbright Village Green, motorist will not be able to travel up Dawney Hill and through to Gole Road or Connaught Road. Diversions will be in place. 24/7 Northbound one way closure A 24/7 one-way closure for northbound traffic on Dawney H Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:38:31 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/cemetery-pales-speed-reduction-consultation-26-sep-2025 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/cemetery-pales-speed-reduction-consultation-26-sep-2025 Cemetery Pales, Brookwood The public consultation to reduce the speed has been completed and ultimately the speed limit will be reduced. Thank you to all those who took part in the consultation. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 13:58:15 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/mp-al-pinkertons-visit-to-pirbright-31-jul-2025 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/mp-al-pinkertons-visit-to-pirbright-31-jul-2025 MP Al Pinkerton's visit to Pirbright As part of Al Pinkerton's cycle around the constituency week, he cycled from Normandy to Pirbright with Chair of the Parish Council, David Woollett and enjoyed a light lunch in Lord Pirbright's Hall where he met residents and other parish councillors. Al then walked across to the Pirbright Community Pavilion to watch some junior summer camp cricket taining. I Thu, 8 May 2025 11:53:59 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/annual-parish-assembly-8-may-2025 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/annual-parish-assembly-8-may-2025 The PPC Chair's Report can be found by clicking the link here: The LPH Chair's Report can be found by clicking the link here. Please do take the time to read the reports to find out how the Parish Council precept was used in 2024-25. The precept is the annual council tax every resident pays each year to the Parish Council to act on its behalf within the Community. The Parish Council is tasked Fri, 14 Mar 2025 13:18:57 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/pirbrights-first-fun-run-sunday-23rd-march-930am-14-mar-2025 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/pirbrights-first-fun-run-sunday-23rd-march-930am-14-mar-2025 Mounter Fitness ran Pirbright's first ever Fun Run on Sunday 23rd March and raised a whopping £1,327.02 for Dementia UK! Pirbright Parish Council would like to thank all those who took part and supported Rachel and Dementia UK. We hope Rachel will be running another Fun Run in the Autumn. Tue, 29 Oct 2024 17:19:56 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/war-memorial-29-oct-2024 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/war-memorial-29-oct-2024 Pirbright War Memorial - click here to read story. Mon, 1 May 2023 15:25:01 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/the-new-pavilion-5-mar-2023 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/the-new-pavilion-5-mar-2023 Members of the Your Fund Surrey Team, the Mayor, Cllr Witham, Jonathan Lord MP and LPH Trustees officially opened the new Pavilion on Saturday 17th June 2023. The Grant from YFS has been invaluable. Local Donations have also made the build possible. So many members of the public have generously given to help this wonderful pavilion take shape. Thu, 24 Nov 2022 17:10:56 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/sign-up-to-a-priority-services-register-today-2-dec-2022 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/sign-up-to-a-priority-services-register-today-2-dec-2022 Sign up to a Priority Services Register Extra support when you need it most From keeping water running for drinking and washing hands, to charging medical equipment or staying warm, it's vital to keep utilities going in the event of a problem with your gas, electricity or water supply. If you or someone you know is vulnerable, requires additional assistance or has additional communic Mon, 8 Aug 2022 19:47:51 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/new-flood-warning-service-8-aug-2022 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/new-flood-warning-service-8-aug-2022 Please click on the below links to access the new Flood Warning Service relating to the Hodge Brook at Pirbright. Your community is at risk of flooding from the Hodge Brook. Please share this information with local residents, and with the attendees of the Pirbright Flood Forum The Environment Agency are pleased to be able to offer residents and businesses in Pirbright a new free flood warnin Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:23:12 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/stoney-castle-pirbright-parish-councils-open-statement-17-feb-2022 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/stoney-castle-pirbright-parish-councils-open-statement-17-feb-2022 Stoney Castle Pirbright Parish Council does not support the proposal by the owner and manager of the land adjacent to Stoney Castle as a possible transit site for gypsy and travellers. The Parish Council is aware of comments in the press but has not been consulted over any such proposals or planning application. The Council considers that as the site is within the Green Belt and is within 400m Wed, 7 Apr 2021 12:40:32 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/respect-the-ranges-12-apr-2021 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/respect-the-ranges-12-apr-2021 An informative Youtube clip from the MOD https://gbr01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fyoutu.be%2FS0DmZtSgjq4&data=04%7C01%7Cdebbie.goldsmith656%40mod.gov.uk%7C1f692cddba0d4b69d6c908d8f521d472%7Cbe7760ed5953484bae95d0a16dfa09e5%7C0%7C0%7C637528872927330710%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C1000&sdata=ZX Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:46:01 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/tread-carefully-to-respect-the-surrey-hills-aonb-12-feb-2021 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/tread-carefully-to-respect-the-surrey-hills-aonb-12-feb-2021 With the past year having drawn more people than ever towards our green spaces in an effort to find fresh air for exercise and to reconnect with nature, the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) is calling on people to remember to tread carefully when walking in the countryside. Current government Coronavirus guidelines stipulate that outdoor exercise should be taken locally, i Thu, 9 Jul 2020 11:06:31 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/poor-parking-9-jul-2020 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/poor-parking-9-jul-2020 With extra visitors coming to the Village during lockdown, we have seen some examples of very bad parking. The relevant authority depends on the nature of the obstruction. Often it will be GBC but in serious cases where it is dangerous it will be Surrey Police. The Jet Team (Joint Enforcement Team) at Guildford Borough Council can be contacted on 01483 505050 or by email on: JET@guildford.go Wed, 24 Jul 2019 15:25:11 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/unauthorised-traveller-encampments-24-jul-2019 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/unauthorised-traveller-encampments-24-jul-2019 In July 2019, a group of travellers cut through a padlocked gate to gain access to a privately owned field opposite Pirbright Terrace. Because trespass on private land is a civil matter, the police cannot carry out an eviction but can taken action if any criminal offences take place. In this case, the travellers were unpleasant in their attitude and actions, which was their undoing as they were ve Sat, 3 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/replacement-recycling-boxes-3-mar-2007 https://pirbright-pc.gov.uknews/replacement-recycling-boxes-3-mar-2007 You can now obtain replacement recycling boxes free of charge at Lord Pirbright’s Hall. Phone 476432 to arrange a convenient time to collect them.