NOTICES
The Halecombe Quarry Community Fund is open for applications from community groups. A poster about the fund can be viewed HERE; more information about the arrangements is available HERE; a copy of the fund application form is available HERE. | |
We received notification this morning that there will be blasting today, Monday 28th, at 1:00 at Halecombe Quarry. | |
At its meeting next Monday, 28th, Leigh On Mendip Parish Council will consider the following planning application: 2025/0613/VRC Removal of condition 3 (Self-Build/Biodiversity Net Gain Exemption Development) to consent 2024/1471/FUL for erection of 4 self build detached dwellings. Land at 369339 147367, Quarry Lane, Leigh On Mendip, Shepton Mallet, Somerset. Full details on the Somerset Council website – https://publicaccess.mendip.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?activeTab=summary&keyVal=STSFVGKP07700 Issued 24Apr2025 | |
Volunteering in Leigh On Mendip Vicki Taylor, Chair of the Parish Council, has produced a report on the amazing volunteer effort from which the village benefits. You can read it HERE. Issued 13Feb2025 | |
![]() Closure of The footpath over Packsaddle Bridge (by the Mill in Old Coleford) has been closed due to a dangerous bridge. Please note that this is an initial 21 day closure and this is likely to be extended. Click here for the Notice. Issued 24Jan2025 | |
Somerset Council have announced a Household Support Fund to help with energy and food bills this winter. More information at https://www.somerset.gov.uk/care-and-support-for-adults/somerset-household-support-fund/ | |
Frome Library now has a number of thermal imaging cameras for loan to members of the library service. These devices are very useful to home owners for detecting heat loss and poor insulation as well as water leaks. There are two types to link to Apple and Android phones. There is a short waiting list for the cameras. If you are interested in borrowing one, you should get in touch with Frome Library and ask to be put on their waiting list. You will be contacted when one becomes available. External Link is here. Issued 10Jan2024 | |
![]() ![]() A Community Speed Watch group is now active in the village. The purpose is to encourage drivers to be cautious when driving through the village and mindful of the speed limit. If you would like to be part of the team please get in touch with the Parish Council. Issued 5Dec2023 | |
![]() Issued 29September2023 | |
Leigh on Mendip Parish Council is now on Facebook – here Information and updates from the Parish Council Issued 29Jan2023 |