Monthly HIVE event details – Armed Forces Network
HIVE 14th October 2026
St Briavels Community Tree and Hedgerow Workshop
The Climate Change Team are organising a Community Tree Planting Workshop with the Forest of Dean Climate Action Partnership (FODCAP) and Laura Ashton Phillips from the Trees Team at Gloucestershire County Council. It offers a practical next step for councils and Communities thinking about what they can do locally following the People’s National Emergency Briefing film.
The workshop is taking place on Thursday 12 November, 09:30–12:30 in St Briavels.
The session will cover how to identify suitable sites, choose the right species, secure funding and give newly planted trees the best chance of thriving. We’ll also visit local community planting projects to see what’s possible and hear from people involved in making them happen.
What to expect:
- Practical advice on choosing the right trees and hedgerows for your community
- Guidance on site selection, planting and long-term care
- A visit to St Briavels Community Orchard to see how community-planted trees are maturing
- A look at a local site identified by the community for potential future tree planting
- Information on funding and support available for community projects, including free tree schemes
- Opportunities to ask questions of the organisations involved
- Free refreshments and networking
We’ll also be sharing information about a range of funding opportunities for community tree planting, including National Highways Community Trees Programme – The Tree Council which provides free trees for communities across England.
See attached the event poster, and the registration page with further information is here:
Register for the community tree planting eventCOMMUNITY TREE AND HEDGEROW WORKSHOP Poster
Ross & District MotorSports Club – Kyrle Classic Trial – Sunday 27th Sept 2026
The Parish Council has received the information below about the above event. We understand that the organisation have already posted some signs and posters in the locality, but this provides the full detail:
warning re motorsport event Sept 2026Government decision to create a single unitary council for Gloucestershire
| The following statement is from the Leader of Forest of Dean District Council, Cllr Adrian Birch in response to the Government decision to create a single unitary council for Gloucestershire. | ||
| “The Government has now announced its decision to create a single unitary council for Gloucestershire, replacing the current county and district council structure.
“While councils across the county have held different views on the best model for the future, the focus must now be on making the new arrangements work effectively for residents and businesses. We will work constructively with our colleagues across Gloucestershire to help ensure the new authority delivers high-quality services while meeting the needs of our communities in the Forest of Dean. “The Forest of Dean is a special place, with a unique identity, proud communities and a strong sense of belonging. Throughout this process, my priority has been to ensure that our identity is recognised and protected, and that local people continue to have a strong voice in decisions that affect their communities. “While the decision has now been made, there is still a significant amount of work to do as the new arrangements are developed. The Government has set out its view that a single authority will support more integrated services and economic growth across Gloucestershire. We will continue to engage with government and partners across the county to ensure the interests of the Forest of Dean are fully reflected and that local communities remain closely involved in the decisions that affect them. “I want to reassure residents and businesses that there will be no immediate changes to the services they receive. Our focus remains on delivering high-quality services, supporting our communities and ensuring a smooth and well-managed transition to the new authority. I will continue to champion the interests of the Forest of Dean, ensuring its voice continues to be heard throughout the transition. “I would encourage all residents to stay engaged and take every opportunity to have their say as changes are implemented. Public involvement will be essential in shaping how the new authority works, how decisions are made locally, and how the Forest of Dean is represented in the future. Your views matter and I hope as many people as possible will take part in the discussions ahead.” |
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Proposed Diversion of part of Public Footpath FSB 116, Extinguishment FSB 23 and Creation of New
Gloucestershire County Council are processing a public path diversion order for part of Public Footpath FSB 116, Extinguishment FSB 23 and Creation of New Paths at St Briavels, Gloucestershire. I have attached the Pre Order consultation report together with two plans of the proposal for your consideration. Would you please let Gloucestershire County Council have your comments by the 06th August 2026. The Parish Council has responded to say it does not object, as when debated it felt the changes were practical and safer for users.
Statement of reasons FSB 23, 116
FSB 116 Div & Creation A3L.1
FSB 23 Extinguishment &creationA3L.1
Armed Forces Network Events
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ANNUAL PARISH MEETING 20th MAY
ST BRIAVELS ANNUAL PARISH MEETING
Hosted by St Briavels Parish Council at St Briavels Assembly Rooms
Wednesday 20th May 2026 7.00-9.00pm
We are pleased to invite our community organisations and parishioners to join us for our annual event where we get together and share their great community work, achievements and projects, hear guest speakers and contribute on local topics in an informal and friendly session. All are welcome to attend!
to include light refreshments