Interested in the opportunities and events happening in the Purton Parish area? Check out what's on in Purton and join in if you're interested. We update this section as soon as we are notified about upcoming events or news.
Comment in writing in person or online before October 22nd
Purton Parish residents and other interested parties, will be able to have their say on the first draft of the Purton Neighbourhood Plan Revision, over the next six weeks, between 10.00am on Tuesday 10th of September, until the deadline for comments at 5.00pm on Tuesday 22nd of October, in a variety of ways, as part of Purton Parish Council’s ‘Pre-submission Regulation 14 Version Consultation.’
For the unfamiliar, a Neighbourhood Plan is a vision document for the Parish, which includes objectives and policies on housing, environment, transport, facilities etc.
Neighbourhood Plans are used by Local Authorities such as Wiltshire Council and Housing Developers to understand what the local community needs and wants.
How to have your say
You can read the plan and summary leaflet online at: https://www.purtonparishcouncil.gov.uk/data-transparency-sub/neighbourhood-plan
You can comment online about the plan at: https://www.purtonparishcouncil.gov.uk/contact/contact-us
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Enjoy this Purton Museum 1980's exhibition, on Saturday's 10.00am-12.30, until the 26th of October.
Out Of The Can youth group for LGBTQ+ young people
Enjoy this Purton Museum 1980's exhibition, on Saturday's 10.00am-12.30, until the 26th of October.
FREE to attend Youth Club for Year 7s and over!
Thursday nights from 7.00pm for year 7s and above at the Millennium Hall. FREE to attend. Support, snacks, activities and a chance to socialise!
Changes to the two week closure have been made. Going forwards, the Christmas 2 week closure will be reduced to just the Christmas Week and there will be a one week closure from 24th July.
St Mary's Church Barn Dance Sat, 5 October 6:15pm
Purton Village Harvest Barn Dance and Supper - Saturday 5th October from 6.30pm.
Enjoy the traditional harvest atmosphere of village life in the warm ambience of the Renewed St Mary's Thirteenth Century Church. Free admission - bring food and drinks to share and take opportunity if you wish to donate towards assisting a good harvest next year in a particularly needy part of the third world.
From 6.30, for the first half - family friendly games interspersing dances. This is an all age event - children to be accompanied by an adult
Admission by free ticket - please order to to qualify for entry to free prize draw of £20 to spend in Purton Co-op - kindly donated by them for the winning ticket. Tickets can be ordered by calling 770157 or 770171 or online via Eventbrite
Hosted for the village by St Mary's Church - Don't miss out on this wonderful community event celebrating the harvest season. See you there.
Reserve your tickets on Eventbrite at this link: Tickets
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Saturday 12th October - meet at 10.00am at Silver Threads Hall, Purton
If you have a little time to spare, why not join the Purton Litter Pick on Saturday 12th October 2024.
Everyone will meet at 10.00am, outside Silver Threads Hall, Hooks Hill, Purton.
The group has equipment to share - but you can bring your own if you prefer.
Event will only be cancelled if there are extreme adverse weather conditions (we can cope with light rain!).
More information about the group and contact details are available at: https://wiltshiretogether.org.uk/profile/PurtonLitter
Your chance to ask questions and learn more!
7pm at Purton Village Hall. Public welcome to attend.
PLEASE WALK TO THIS EVENT. PARKING FOR DISABLED DRIVERS ONLY AT THE VILLAGE CENTRE. NO PARKING AT PURTON RED HOUSE.
Purton Parish Council will be holding their annual Christmas Lights Switch On at Purton Red House on Saturday 30th November 2024!
All are welcome to attend the festive celebration where the Christmas Lights will be switched on by Chairman of the Council, Councillor Sue Relfe.
Following the switch on of the lights festive, live music will be played outside Purton Red House.
Celebratory drinks and food will be available from Purton Red House.
The event is free to attend, and no tickets are needed, so why not come along with friends, family, and neighbours to kick off the festive season this year!
Purton Parish Council Children’s Christmas Party, on Saturday 14th December, at Purton Village Hall!
Tickets will go on sale on Friday 1st of November, for the Purton Parish Council Children’s Christmas Party, on Saturday 14th December, at Purton Village Hall!
At the Christmas party, children will be able to enjoy all the fun of Razzmatazz Entertainment! As well as a visit and gift from Father Christmas, and a short snack time, where a drink and a biscuit will be provided.
Razzmatazz Entertainment starts at 10.00am and run for about two hours, with visits to Father Christmas afterwards.
Both children resident in Purton and those living beyond the Parish, will be able to attend.
Tickets are priced at £2.50 for children under 12, and £2.50 for adults. Prices will cover the extra costs of more children being able to come to the party.
Details of how you can purchase your tickets and full terms and conditions are available at this link.
