Village Flag Lowered
The village flag is lowered following the passing of John Smith, of St. Antony’s, Grange Lane. John was a long term village resident (65 years), and we pass our condolences on to his family.
Bus Service Update
Since our previous announcement about the changes to bus services through Burghwallis, further information has now come to light. Additionally, there will be a service through the village on Sundays, with buses going to Doncaster at 09.58, and every 2 hours until 19.58. From town, […]
The (bus) Times They Are a-Changing
For those Flanders and Swann fans, of an age who would admit to it – we have some “Hold very tight please, ting ting” news* The existing “First Bus” services 51 and 51a through Burghwallis will be replaced by “Arriva” from 3rd October. The new […]
Grange Lane Closure
We have been advised by DMBC that Grange Lane will be closed 40 metres from the junction with Old Village Street for a distance of 100 metres in a North Easterly direction, from 08.00 on Monday 24th October, until 17.00 on Friday, 28th October.
Closed Grange Lane
Grange Lane took on an eerie appearance whilst an electrical supply cable was buried along its edge near the village notice board. Normally Joe and Joanne Soap rip along at speeds that would have Louis Hamilton stop and stare. Ironically Louis doesn’t like driving on […]
Getting Your Ducks In a Row
The wonders of the natural world. Behind the scenes the origin of the phrase “getting your ducks in row” has more definitions than you can shake a stick at, and by saying that we have let the cat out of the bag. Getting your ducks […]
The Wonderful World of Procedure
All organisations need policies and procedures to navigate a straight path through potential pitfalls. They allow a common agreed approach and overcome surprises or oversight. The Parish Council have updated a range of policies and procedures that will ensure a common approach to the many […]
Farmer Friendly Crop Circles
A few years back farmers dreaded the appearance of ‘crop circles’. They ruined crops and cost farmers a small fortune. The intrigue behind the originators threw up all manner of options as to who created these visual masterpieces – including aliens. The intricate geometric patterns […]
The Abbé’s Walk Closure
We have been advised by DMBC that The Abbé’s Walk will be closed on Monday, 17th October, potentially till Friday, 21st October, for the installation of new telecommunications equipment along part of the road. Diversions will be signed via Sutton and Burghwallis Lane. This is […]