Repair Works to the A30 East of Barford St Martin
We are advised that repair work on the A30 between Barford St. Martin and Wilton is finally any being scheduled: 27 Jan 19.00 – 29 Jan 06.00 hrs
May Day Road Closure Notice
Please note that the Ansty May Day Committee are the process of applying for the usual road closure and we need to show that we have consulted with resident locals and businesses.
The following is the wording that the Council requires us to use.
This letter is the notification of the Ansty May Day event to be held on Monday 4th May 2025.
Should you wish to object please do this by 15th March.
Objections should be sent to the Traffic Orders Team
Email: Traffic.Orders@wiltshire.gov.uk
or by post to
Traffic Orders Team
Sustainable Transport Group
Wiltshire Council
Bythesea Road
TROWBRIDGE
Wiltshire BA14 8JN
The statement must include the name and address of the Objector, or they cannot be considered.
Objectors have the right to request under the Data Protection Act 1998 that their name and address be withheld from public inspection or inclusion in any published report.
This is a copy of the proposed Street Notice advertising the proposed closure:
Ansty May Day
4th May 2025
Road closed from 12.00 to 17.30
Diversion notices will be in place.
WISHING EVERYONE IN ANSTY A VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY AND SUCCESSFUL NEW YEAR
Season’s Greetings
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Planning Application for Tree Works at Maypole Cottage
Conservation Area: Cypress Tree to be reduced in height by 50%
Ansty Arms Pub Club
Message from our Pub Club Founder, Dr Tom Rowley:
Ansty is a such a lovely place to live with a great community spirit, but we lack a friendly village pub! A place to drop in as and when it suits, chat, get to know folk better, share local information/resources, networking etc… And although we enjoy our regular coffee mornings at the PYO and our Volunteer Footpaths Group does meet up occasionally – and it’s really nice to do so – we thought it would be worth extending the idea with a “virtual village pub”. Our plan is to have a fixed monthly slot at 12 noon on the 1st Sunday of the month – with our inaugural session at the Royal Oak Pub in Swallowcliffe on Sunday 4th January – to which everyone in the village is welcome.
There is no need to confirm your attendance – just turn up – but preferably with a little cash so we can all pay our way!
An invitation to join our new WhatsApp group follows should you wish to sign up, although this is primarily designed for us to send out reminders a few days ahead of our get togethers – rather than as a social chit chat forum!
Looking forward to seeing you on the 4th January and with best wishes for the festive season the meantime, Tom
For any specific queries, please feel free to contact Tom directly or email him via our Parish Clerk.
UPDATE ON THE 20MPH
The new 20mph speed restriction throughout the village will become operational on 16th February 2026
Councillor Vacancy
November 2025
From Mark Norris, Chair.
At our Parish Council meeting last week, Louise Gooding advised us that she would be stepping down as a councillor, so I wanted to extend a huge thank you to Louise for the role she has played for us over the last 6 years – and the formidable contribution she has made. Helen Baker will take over the planning role, however Louise has kindly offered to give her support during the handover process.
This leaves us with a vacancy on the council which is open to anyone in the village of voting age and over.
It is my firm belief that our parish councillors add significant value to the community, acting as a bridge between village residents and higher levels of government, ensuring that local concerns, ideas, and the aspirations of our community are communicated effectively.
With this in mind, we would welcome applicants – and even if it’s just to understand more about exactly what the role entails – please do contact me or talk to one of the other councillors (whose details are listed on our website). I should add my assurance that if you are considering joining us as a councillor, we will do our utmost to ensure your role is a worthwhile and fulfilling experience.
Mark Norris
Mob: 07500 837813
Email: mark.norris@btinternet.com
www.anstywiltsparish.gov.uk
Making Ansty High Street a safer place
Update! Plans for implementation of a 20 mph speed limit throughout Ansty has now been given outline approval by Wiltshire Council and the new Speed Indicator Device has been installed opposite the Maypole, set at 30 mph for the time being.
Notice of Elections – 1st May 2025 ( posted 16th March 2025 – updated 24th March 2025)
Wiltshire Council has posted its notice of elections. Local elections will be held on the 1st May 2025. There will be elections for Division Councillors and Parish Councillors. Should you wish to stand in the election, nomination papers must be hand delivered to the Returning Officer or her appointed staff at Bourne
Hill, Salisbury, SP1 3UZ on any working day after the date of this notice (excluding weekends),
between the hours of 10am and 4pm, but no later than 4pm on Wednesday 2 April 2025.
Consultation on the 20MPH zone
Wiltshire Council has now begun it’s consultation on the 20MPH zone in Ansty. You can see more on the council website. Comments must be submitted by 7th April 2025.