Please Contact Us- The Council welcomes the views of residents of Gresford , Marford and Hoseley, and would like to hear about the things that are important to you. If you have any concerns or wish to report or raise anything with the Community Council, you can contact us in various ways:
- Contact one of the Councillors: Click the 'Contact details Councillors ' button below
- Contact the Clerk , via email ( clerkgresford@gmail.com ) or by telephone 07470 631184
- Online by clicking the 'Contact us 'button below
- Write to the Council, c/0 19 Marcella Crescent, Marchwiel, Wrexham, LL130RX
GRESFORD COMMUNITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
GRESFORD COMMUNITY COUNCIL MEETING
The next meeting of the Community Council will take place on the 6th June 2019 at 7.15 pm , at the Gresford Methodist Church Hall. If you would like to attend the meeting to speak to the Community Council , please contact the Clerk on 07470 631184, to advise.
To view the Agenda for the next meeting please click on the button above.'Forthcoming Agendas'
If you would like to see the latest available minutes of the Council, please click on the link below.
Minutes of Council Meetings
The next meeting of the Community Council will take place on the 6th June 2019 at 7.15 pm , at the Gresford Methodist Church Hall. If you would like to attend the meeting to speak to the Community Council , please contact the Clerk on 07470 631184, to advise.
To view the Agenda for the next meeting please click on the button above.'Forthcoming Agendas'
If you would like to see the latest available minutes of the Council, please click on the link below.
Minutes of Council Meetings
COMMITTEE
The next Meeting of the General Amenities Committee will be the 21st May 2019 at 6.30 pm. at the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall.
Committee meetings will generally be held in the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall or another location as advertised, and will generally commence at 6.15pm, with the exception of the Cemetery Committee which usually commences at 5.30pm.
If you would like to attend the meeting, please contact the Clerk on 01978 355135, to advise.
COMMITTEE
The next Meeting of the General Amenities Committee will be the 21st May 2019 at 6.30 pm. at the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall.
Committee meetings will generally be held in the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall or another location as advertised, and will generally commence at 6.15pm, with the exception of the Cemetery Committee which usually commences at 5.30pm.
If you would like to attend the meeting, please contact the Clerk on 01978 355135, to advise.
NEWSLETTER
Please click below for the latest news from the Community Council
Please click below for the latest news from the Community Council
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COUNCILLORS
The Link below will take you to Contact Details of our Councillors and information concerning Declarations of Interest and any payments made, which we must publish.
The Councillors
The Link below will take you to Contact Details of our Councillors and information concerning Declarations of Interest and any payments made, which we must publish.
The Councillors
GDPR
New Data Protection regulations are in force from 25th May. Please click here to see our Privacy Notice.
Freedom of Information
New Data Protection regulations are in force from 25th May. Please click here to see our Privacy Notice.
Freedom of Information
GRANT APPLICATIONS
Please note that the deadline for applying for a Grant for 2020-21 for your Organisation is the 30th November 2019. Please note however, that if your organisation has a need to apply for a grant more urgently than this deadline, please get in touch with the Clerk as it is possible for the Community Council to consider your request sooner in more urgent circumstances.
Please note that the deadline for applying for a Grant for 2020-21 for your Organisation is the 30th November 2019. Please note however, that if your organisation has a need to apply for a grant more urgently than this deadline, please get in touch with the Clerk as it is possible for the Community Council to consider your request sooner in more urgent circumstances.
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Replacement Footway Lighting with LED
The Council is pleased to announce that it has been successful in its bid for government funding towards the costs of replacing the LED lights within Gresford and Marford, that it is responsible for. The work will commence in approximately 10 -12 weeks time.
BEWARE COUNCIL TAX SCAM!
We've been asked by Wrexham Council to publicise a Council Tax scam that is being operated at present. please alert anyone you think who may be vulnerable to being targeted for such a scam, but beware it could happen to anyone! Click on the link below. 
ADVICE TO THE OLDER PERSON FROM NORTH WALES POLICE
North Wales Police have advised us they are concerned about an increase in incidents aimed at the older population. This is not meant to cause alarm or worry, but as they say, it is important to be aware, in order to stay safe. If you are or know someone who is an older or vulnerable person, please open the document below to read their advice, on what may be out there, and how best to avoid it.
GRESFORD NEWSSAVE THE DATE!
Gresford Trust will be Celebrating 70 years of the Trust with a 'Concert in the Park' 7th September. Music, stalls, scarecrow prize-giving! Tickets available in due course. | |||||||
Dog Fouling
Unfortunately we have to report that some dog owners are allowing their dogs to foul on Allington Park, including the children's play area, and are not picking up after them as the law requires them to do. There are signs around the field advising dog owners of their responsibilities. This presents not only a nuisance but a real threat to health of children, and to those engaged in cutting the grassed areas. Please will dog owners be reminded that they must pick up their dog's mess when walking in this area and
dispose of it in the bins provided. Your co-operation is appreciated. If anyone wishes to report any occurrences of repeated offending, please contact the Clerk.
Unfortunately we have to report that some dog owners are allowing their dogs to foul on Allington Park, including the children's play area, and are not picking up after them as the law requires them to do. There are signs around the field advising dog owners of their responsibilities. This presents not only a nuisance but a real threat to health of children, and to those engaged in cutting the grassed areas. Please will dog owners be reminded that they must pick up their dog's mess when walking in this area and
dispose of it in the bins provided. Your co-operation is appreciated. If anyone wishes to report any occurrences of repeated offending, please contact the Clerk.
Maintenance to be carried out to Allington Park
The Council wishes to advise that Essential Grounds Maintenance will need to be carried out to the pitch area at Allington Park. Part of the work will take place on the 8th April 2019 . The remainder of the work will take place in June. The work will involve improving the drainage of the pitch area, and will involve heavy machinery at times so please beware.
Please would you take care to avoid this area during the time the maintenance is carried out and please could you avoid walking extensive use of the area for one month afterwards, to give the reseeding etc a chance to take. Your co-operation is much appreciated!
The Council wishes to advise that Essential Grounds Maintenance will need to be carried out to the pitch area at Allington Park. Part of the work will take place on the 8th April 2019 . The remainder of the work will take place in June. The work will involve improving the drainage of the pitch area, and will involve heavy machinery at times so please beware.
Please would you take care to avoid this area during the time the maintenance is carried out and please could you avoid walking extensive use of the area for one month afterwards, to give the reseeding etc a chance to take. Your co-operation is much appreciated!
Community Spotlight Scheme!
Have a look at our new page- Community Spotlight! The spotlight could be on you!
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT!
Have a look at our new page- Community Spotlight! The spotlight could be on you!
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT!
Helping our Ducks to be Healthy!
Concerns have been raised about the effects of feeding the ducks with on the lake with bread. Please read below for suggestions for alternatives to bread!
Concerns have been raised about the effects of feeding the ducks with on the lake with bread. Please read below for suggestions for alternatives to bread!
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PANT LANE KIOSK
Gresford Community Council are pleased to announce the telephone box on Pant Lane is now ‘up and running’ ❤️, with a local history & walks board and window art. It has been a massive team effort between the Amenities Committee members, the children of Rofft school, Community Heartbeat Trust & JPDS Creative (for the art, graphics work & installation). Read about our local history and look at the wonderful pictures drawn by the children. This project was led by the Community Council in conjunction with Cadwyn Clwyd who assisted with the Information Boards , and with Community Heartbeat Trust The Community Council funded the project and paid for the refurbishment of the Kiosk. Thanks to the pupils of Rofft School for their brilliant artwork! If you have any concerns about the Kiosk, please contact the Clerk on 07470 631184. Pop in and have a look if you are passing! VILLAGE CHRISTMAS TREE The Christmas tree is up and beautifully decorated by the Community Council. Let’s hope there are no further high winds between now and New Year! Don’t forget ‘Carols around the Tree’ Saturday 15th Dec @ 4pm - followed by mince pies, mulled wine and the Gresford Hand Bell ringers in the Plough afterwards. We look forward to seeing you there! |
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All Saints Church Christmas Tree Festival
All Saints Church are holding their annual Christmas Tree Festival between 29th November to 3rd December. All funds raised are to be divided between Hope House Children’s Hospice and Nightingale House Hospice. The Community Council has sponsored a tree this year which has been arranged by Councillor Sarah Atherton. Please go along to view our 'informative' as well as decorative tree, along with the other trees on display ,and support this very worthwhile event. |
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Allington Park Play Area- New Inclusive Roundabout
The Community Council is pleased that its plans for a new Inclusive Roundabout for Allington Park have now been achieved. It is hoped that all children visiting the play area will now have the opportunity for Inclusive Play. Thanks go to Wrexham Council for their contribution to costs via the Play Insufficiency Grant
The Community Council is pleased that its plans for a new Inclusive Roundabout for Allington Park have now been achieved. It is hoped that all children visiting the play area will now have the opportunity for Inclusive Play. Thanks go to Wrexham Council for their contribution to costs via the Play Insufficiency Grant
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Community Defibrillator training
Gresford Community Council is pleased to announce that the Defibrillator installed at the Telephone Kiosk in Pant Lane , is shortly to be made active. Additional security measures have been installed . A Defibrillator Awareness seminar , conducted by the Community Heartbeat Trust , who have supplied the Defibrillator ,was recently held in the Gresford Trust Memorial Hall, which was well attended. Thanks to the SPAR for supplying the Refreshments. |
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Additional and Replacement bins
In response to requests from a number of residents and groups requesting extra rubbish bins in various locations and the replacement of a couple of broken bins, Gresford Community Council has taken advice from Derek, our marvellous Street Cleaner and IMAGE, and has purchased three bins, and contracted with Wrexham Council ( WCBC) for 10 additional new bins. WCBC will fit all bins and will be responsible for emptying all bins. They should all be in place very soon. |
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Remembrance Commemorations
Gresford Community Council were lucky to receive a grant from the Armed Forces Covenant for eight seated silhouette soldiers to commemorate the fallen of the First World War. This is part of the project by the charity, ‘Remembered’, called ‘There but not There’. The aim is to commemorate, educate and heal. One silhouette has been donated to our British Legion. The other seven will be sat in our Parish and Methodist Churches during our Community Remembrance Services. As usual at this time of year, Gresford Community Council will be arranging for the poppies to be placed around the village centre and procession route. We thank all the volunteers and SPAR for their help. |
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Gresford Cemetery- Shelter Refurbishment
Gresford Community Council is responsible for the upkeep and organisation of Gresford Cemetery. Visitors to Gresford Cemetery will be pleased to see that the Cemetery Building has been refurbished. The roof of the building has been treated to remove accumulated moss and been repaired, and the building itself has been painted inside and out.This much needed work will safeguard the building for the future , and enhances the appearance of the Cemetery for its visitors. Thanks go to the Council's Cemetery Assistant , Mrs Michelle Jones, for organising and overseeing the work that was needed.
Lake Clear Up by Volunteers
The Lakeside Volunteers have been hard at work once again , making sure the lake and its surroundings are spruced up, clean and tidy and ready for the winter and next year! The Lake Clear up took place over the weekend of the 1st and 2nd of September, and much vegetation was cleared around the lake by the volunteers ,led by Mrs Marion Williams. The ground around the lakeside was repaired and any rubbish cleared and disposed of. As a result the lake continues to look its best as a valuable natural asset for the village. Thanks go to all volunteers , those who carried out the clearing work and those who prepared refreshments,to MYPAG for supplying the shredder, and in particular to Miss Marion Willams who does a marvellous job of organising the clear up and overseeing the lake for any issues arising throughout the year.
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Lakeside Lectern
A new interpretative board has been installed showing the diverse range of flora, fauna and wildlife you may spot, whilst feeding the ducks. Go and see if you can spot the illusive Blue Damselfly!
Many thanks goes to Jenny Dutton for leading this project on behalf of the Community Council, the support received from IMAGE, in particular Sue Cleaver and Brian Formstone, and Miss Marion Williams.
We hope you all ‘Love this place’ as much as Mrs Gwyneth Evans, who bequeathed money to the ‘Friends of the Lake’ to enhance the natural beauty of this area for the residents to enjoy.
Many thanks goes to Jenny Dutton for leading this project on behalf of the Community Council, the support received from IMAGE, in particular Sue Cleaver and Brian Formstone, and Miss Marion Williams.
We hope you all ‘Love this place’ as much as Mrs Gwyneth Evans, who bequeathed money to the ‘Friends of the Lake’ to enhance the natural beauty of this area for the residents to enjoy.
COMMUNITY COUNCIL NEWSLETTERS
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| Gresford Community Council News September_2017.docx |
ABOUT GRESFORD COMMUNITY COUNCIL
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Gresford Allotment Association
Gresford allotments are tucked away in a quiet corner of the village in a delightful rural setting and have provided fresh, healthy fruit and vegetables for local people for generations. Allotments nationally have undergone something of a renaissance over the last few years, as people have realised how useful allotments are to support active living and healthier lifestyles and how much fun can be obtained from growing your own fruit and vegetables. The use of allotments performs many roles and meets many needs, from getting people outdoors, carrying out physical exercise, to the pleasure of eating your own home grown food and socialising with like minded people who always seem to have the time to offer advice, share experiences or simply to have a chat. Working an allotment isn’t rocket science. It requires some hard work and diligence to get it sorted and maintained but it also brings many advantages. In addition to keeping you physically fit, research shows that working your allotment is an excellent stress-buster and will keep you mentally fit also. With growing concerns about methods of modern food production, you will also discover that the fresh fruit and vegetables you have grown yourself are healthier and taste far, far better than anything you will buy in a supermarket. Renting an allotment is also not as expensive as you think. Annual rents are: 1. Full plot - £20 2. Half plot - £12 3. Quarter plot - £8 If you are interested in having your own allotment and live in the villages of Gresford, Marford or Rossett, then simply email your contact details to jerry.okeeffe@hotmail.co.uk |
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