Flood Awareness and Resilience Event – 25 February 2025

Tilford Rural Life Living Museum

Tilford Rural Life Living Museum

National zombie-style knife and machete compensation scheme

Surrey Police is taking part in a surrender and compensation scheme for zombie-style knives and machetes launched by the Government on Monday (26 August).

The scheme is a one-month surrender period for owners to hand in their weapons to the police and claim compensation, which will run until 23 September. These items will be illegal to possess, sell, manufacture and transport from 24 September.

The surrender and compensation scheme is part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to tackling serious violence and strengthening police powers to act. Changes to the Criminal Justice Act 1988 will add zombie-style knives and zombie-style machetes to the list of prohibited offensive weapons.

Under the scheme, these items can be surrendered to police. Lawful owners will be able to claim compensation for the items in most cases, if the total value of the items is more than £30. Claims can be submitted to Surrey Police using a form which is available here on the Government website.

Items can be surrendered at these designated front offices across Surrey:

·  Guildford Police Station, Margaret Road, Guildford, GU1 4PZ

·  Staines Police Station, 22 Kingston Rd, Staines, TW18 4LQ

·  Caterham Police Station, Timber Hill Road, Caterham, CR3 6LD

People surrendering items must ensure that the items are safe to handle while travelling to the police station and while on police premises. They must be contained in a manner that allows them to be transported without causing distress or alarm to other members of the public.

Items must be wrapped up and placed in a sealed bag or box. They must not be carried openly at any time. Carrying bladed articles in public without a good reason or lawful authority is an offence.

Carrying the items according to these instructions and accompanied by the claim form will allow individuals to claim that they have a ‘good reason’ – namely that they are about to surrender the articles at the nearest designated police station – if stopped by the police. Once in the police station, the person mustn’t take the item out until requested to do so by a police officer or member of police staff.

Further guidance and information is available here.

 

Dog Fouling… how to report this odious issue

Dog fouling is disgraceful and gives all dog owners a bad reputation, despite the majority of dog owners cleaning up after their dogs.

If you are concerned about the issue of dog fouling in your locality please report it to GBC via the following link: https://www.guildford.gov.uk/article/24848/Dog-fouling

Action can only be taken by the borough council when they are made aware of the specific locations being affected by this nuisance issue.

Fairlands Ave – Planters

On 17th August 2023 Worplesdon Parish Council tidied the planters in Fairlands Ave, which had become an eye-sore.

The Clerk and Finance Officer, assisted by Cllr Brigitte Ahier, weeded the planters, added compost, tree bark, and finally painted the railway sleepers with forest green wood preservative.

The total cost of the materials came to just over £100.

Moving forward, the Parish Council will maintain the planters, although the trees will remain the responsibility of Surrey Council Council.

        

 

 

Memorial Plaque – Cynthia Slaymaker

On 15 August 2023 a memorial plaque to Cynthia Slaymaker was unveiled by her nephew, Huw.

Cynthia had dedicated her life to helping others.  Her positive attitude to life, even when she became unwell, was inspirational to all who knew her.

Happy to roll up her sleeves and help out wherever possible, Cynthia helped out at numerous events across the Parish when her husband, Derek, was a parish councillor.

Thoughtful and kind, Cynthia was always ready to bake for every occasion.  Her zest for life, community spirit and generosity will be sadly missed.

   
Residents are welcome to sit and enjoy the Slaymaker’s memorial bench, which is located at the bottom of Harry’s Meadow.  What3Word location ///planet.press.across

Cynthia Slaymaker – Memorial Plaque

On 15th August 2023, a memorial plaque to Cynthia Slaymaker was unveiled by her nephew, Huw.  The Slaymakers’ memorial bench can be found in Harry’s Meadow, Jacobs Well (near the Brook) and all are welcome to enjoy this bench.  The What3Words location is ///planet.press.across

Cynthia dedicated her life to supporting others.  Her positive attitude to life, even when she became ill, was inspirational to all her knew her.

Cynthia was always ready to roll up her sleeves and help out wherever needed and would frequently help out at parish council events whilst her husband, Derek, was a parish councillor.

Baking was her great love and Cynthia was always keen to bake for her family, friends and neighbours.

Cynthia’s generosity, kindness and community spirit will be greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Planters – Fairlands Ave

On Thursday 17 August 2023 Worplesdon Parish Council tidied the scruffy planters in Fairlands Ave, which had become an eye-sore.

The Clerk and Finance Officer, assisted by Cllr Brigitte Ahier, weeded, added compost and bark chippings, and finally treated the railway sleepers with forest green wood preservative.

The total cost of materials came to just over £100.

Worplesdon Parish Council intends to take over maintenance of these planters.  Responsibility for the trees will, however, remain with Surrey County Council.

 

 

 

Memorial Plaque – Cynthia Slaymaker – Harry’s Meadow

On 15 August 2023 a memorial plaque to Cynthia Slaymaker was unveiled by her nephew, Huw.

Cynthia had dedicated her life to helping others.  Her positive attitude to life, even when she became unwell, was inspirational to all who knew her.

Happy to roll up her sleeves and help out wherever possible, Cynthia helped out at numerous events across the Parish when her husband, Derek, was a parish councillor.

Thoughtful and kind, Cynthia was always ready to bake for every occasion.  Her zest for life, community spirit and generosity will be sadly missed.


Residents are welcome to sit and enjoy the Slaymaker’s memorial bench, which is located at the bottom of Harry’s Meadow.  What3Word location ///planet.press.across