CAWSTON CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON

Everyone is invited to this community Christmas event on 1st December 2o24.

SCHEDULE:

4pm – Gather at the tree located on the green space near the Coventry Rd roundabout off Calvestone Rd. Bilton Silver Band will play some traditional carols

4.30pm – The Chairman of Cawston Parish Council will lead the count down to light up the Christmas Tree.

4.45pm – Mulled wine and mince pies will be served at the Community Hall while Rugby Rock Choir perform some Christmas Classics.

THIS EVENT IS FREE OF CHARGE HOWEVER IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO MAKE A CONTRIBUITON THEN PLEASE BRING ALONG A DONATION OF CASH OR FOOD FOR THE RUGBY FOODBANK.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Parish Council are seeking volunteers to run a Community Coffee Event from January 2025. Michelle, Iain and Natalie did a fantastic job of creating and running this monthly event for the community but for personal reasons they are longer able to do so now. If you have a few hours to spare each month then perhaps you might be willing to help the Parish Council re-establish this important Warm Hub in the community. Contact the Parish Clerk for further details.clerk@cawstonpc.org

Cawston Community Coffee Morning

The Cawston Community Coffee Morning is this Wednesday 2nd October from 10am-12pm in the Community Hall. Everyone is welcome! Come along to listen to some live music, drink tea or coffee and chat to some familiar and/or new faces.

Diwali Celebrations

The Diwali celebrations are taking place in Rugby Town Centre on 27th October 2024. This vibrant and colourful event is completely free and open to everyone!

Road Adoption

The Parish Council are delighted to share the news with you that Cavendish Close has now been adopted by Warwickshire County Council. Thanks to all who were involved in making this happen. The Parish Council will continue to work with its local RBC and WCC Councillors to get the other roads on the estate adopted.

Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group Meeting

The first meeting of the Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group is taking place at 6pm on Tuesday 10th September 2024 in Cawston Community Hall. The NP Steering Group will work together to develop a Neighbourhood Plan for Cawston. If you would like to join this group please come along to the first meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting but still wish to be involved please contact the Parish Clerk clerk@cawstonpc.org.

1. Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group Agenda September 2024

Police Community Engagement

The monthly Community Coffee Morning is on again on Wednesday 7th August in the Community Hall from 10am – 12pm. Everyone is welcome!

PCSO Kam Oldbury from the Police Safer Neighbourhood Team will be in attendance with lots of crime prevention advice. Warwickshire Police have issued a useful document detailing the different ways you can contact your local police team.

How to contact your local police team.

EXTENDED BUS SERVICE IN CAWSTON

The Number 4 Bus Service in Cawston will be extended from Saturday 20th July 2024.
The increased service will run up to every 15 minutes. Journeys are extended in Cawston to run a one-way loop via Coventry Road, Trussell Way and Cawston Grange Drive.
The first bus of the day will arrive in Cawston at 06:32, and the last bus will leave Cawston at 22:48 (exc Sun and BHs).
Residents on, and near, Trussell Way will note that Warwickshire County Council have erected three bus stops. Each stop is a ‘request’ stop, this means buses will only stop if someone is present.
Please see further information and new timetable here:

FAMILY FRIENDLY FOOD FESTIVAL IN CAWSTON

Cawston Parish Council is delighted to be hosting the return of All Things Street Food Festival in the Community Hall on Saturday 27th July 12pm – 6pm.

”Get ready for a sizzling good time at our Annual BBQ Festival, where the best grill masters gather to showcase their mouth watering creations. Whether you’re a fan of smoky ribs, juicy burgers, or tangy pulled pork, we’ve got something to satisfy every craving.

📅 Date: Saturday 27th July
🕒 Time: 12pm – 6pm
📍 Location: Cawston Community Hall Scholars Dr, Cawston, Rugby CV22 7GU
🍖 What to Expect:
– **Delicious Food:** Indulge in a variety of BBQ dishes from local vendors.
– ** Music:** Enjoy toe-tapping tunes from Pop, Dance, Hip Hop and R&B
– **Family Fun:** face painting, Candy Floss and activities for all ages.
**Beer Garden:** Sip on Cocktails, Beers, cool drinks.
🎟️ Admission: Free
Don’t miss out on this epic celebration of all things BBQ! Bring your friends and family for a day of fantastic food, great music, and unforgettable fun. See you there!”

COMMUNITY SPEED WATCH – GET INVOLVED

If you are concerned about the speed of some vehicles which travel through Cawston then consider joining the Cawston Community Speed Watch Team! If you want to find out more please come along to Cawston Community Hall at 10.30am on Saturday 20th July to learn more from Gary Strain of Warwickshire Police. For more information please email clerk@cawstonpc.org