We plan to stage a launch event for the new outdoor gym at Bucknell’s Meadow on Sunday afternoon, 21^st March. There will be demonstrations for young and old, activities for the children, a refreshment marquee, and more.  Please come along to Bucknell’s Meadow and see what it’s all about!

 We have also started an exercise to look at what recreation facilities are required in Purley over the next, say, 10 years. This will hopefully enable us to update that section of the Village Plan, and plot out future strategy for our two recreation grounds, as well as pressing for facilities outside of these two areas. There will be as much public consultation as possible, so whether you are a member of a sports club or other leisure organisation, or simply live in the village, you may be approached to answer some simple questions over the next few months.

 Network Rail are still after our bridges!  Having successfully protected the Westbury Lane bridge from destruction, we have now been warned that NR are preparing to replace New Hill bridge.  We will strenuously oppose this, as we believe that the right method is to lower tracks through the Purley stretch, (which have grown higher through short-cut maintenance over the years) and leave the bridges alone.  We hope that you also support this stance.  Let us know your feelings.

Rick Jones, Chairman - Purley on Thames Parish Council