The Titchfield Neighbourhood Plan explained

Titchfield Neighbourhood Plan - A Brief Summary

The Titchfield Neighbourhood Plan sets out the aims, objectives and policies for the growth of Titchfield over the period 2018 to 2036 www.titchfieldmatters.org.uk

The aim of the Plan is to try to keep and improve:

• the local built areas
• the historic areas
• the natural environment

We also wish to improve the special interest, character and appearance of the area and its historic setting.

The key policies contained in the Plan relate to:  

Housing
During the life-time of the Plan, an average of 10 dwellings per year will be needed, with the emphasis on affordable rental housing and smaller homes to buy. It is hoped this will be met through small-scale infill development within the proposed settlement boundary. Housing needs can be reviewed every 5 years.

Getting Around
Traffic policies and tasks are proposed that are designed to reduce the impact of traffic throughout the Plan area so that the safety and environmental needs of pedestrians are given priority.

Commercial and Economic Considerations
Policies are proposed to ensure the continued success and focus of business premises in the High Street, The Square and South Street. Proposals to convert business or commercial premises into residential use will be resisted.

The Built and Natural Environment
Policies are proposed to ensure that Titchfield remains a village with an enhanced environment and valued open spaces.  

Historic Titchfield
The objective of the Plan is to respect and preserve the history of the area for future generations whilst allowing it to continue to develop and grow.

‘If the Neighbourhood Plan is successful at referendum, it will become part of the statutory development plan for the area. Consequently, decisions on whether or not to grant planning permission in the neighbourhood area will need to be made in accordance with the Neighbourhood Plan.’ - Locality, Neighbourhood Plans, Roadmap Guide.

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Fun in the sun at TBBS Summer Fayre

Village turns out for Titchfield Bonfire Boys Summer Fayre in Barry’s Meadow.

With wall to wall sunshine old and young alike enjoyed a fun packed afternoon.

With craft stalls, games, live music, face painting, a fun dog show and a licensed bar there was plenty to see and do.

More pictures on our Gallery page

Children enjoying the Punch and Judy show

Two men attacked in Titchfield

In the early hours of Sunday morning two men were viciously attacked in the village.

The victims, aged 29 and 32 had serious injuries and after being treated at the scene were taken to Hospital in Portsmouth

One of the men sustained a head injury and the other ‘puncture wounds’

The men were walking home from a local festival when they were attacked near the recreation/football ground beside the A27.

They then made their way to the Square where they received help and emergency services were called around 3.30am.

A lifelong Titchfield resident who did not wanted to be named said, “There was some sort of party with loud music going on nearby till the early hours “I’m not sure if that is related though.
“Titchfield village is usually so quiet.”

Police were in the village later in the day talking to residents.

Anyone with information should call police on 101 quoting 44180276417.

The Daily Echo are currently reporting another stabbing which took place at the Locks Heath Centre on Sunday night - They are not linking the incidents. Click HERE for the story

Friary Meadow concept explained

The team at the Friary Meadow retirement village have spoken about how the development is progressing and of the benefits of its ‘extra-care’ living model.

Due to open in Titchfield in December 2018, the £35m development will offer a selection of 86 luxury homes, comprising apartments, bungalows and townhouses, enabling residents to enjoy a high-quality, worry-free retirement, through routine housekeeping, 24/7 onsite care, three meals a day and several activities.

Friary Meadow will be run by independent retirement living specialist, Oak Retirement, which was founded by Dr Stephen Ladyman, a former Minister of Health responsible for Social Care.

He is confident of the impact living in an extra-care development will have on its residents thanks to its proven benefits on older people living in its sister development in Cheltenham.

The extra-care living model is recommended by the Department of Health and encourages companionship through a like-mind community of residents, while also gifting them with the independence of knowing they own their property and can come and go as they please.

Dr. Stephen Ladyman said: “Residents at Friary Meadow will also be able to enjoy the many benefits of an independent, worry-free retirement when it opens in December 2018.”

For more information about Friary Meadow, visit www.friarymeadow.co.uk.

To enquire about a property, please email info@oakretirement.co.uk

For more information about Oak Retirement, visit www.oakretirement.co.uk

Hanging basket warning

Titchfield residents have been warned to secure their hanging baskets and flora displays following a spate of thefts right across the village.

Hanging baskets have been taken from The Square, East Street and West Street.

With the village being judged on July 9th by Royal Horticultural Society judges, for the Britain in Bloom competition, the streets of Titchfield need to look their best.

The cheapest way of making your baskets more difficult to steal is to use strong wire or cable ties fixed to the basket, chain and bracket.

Or use a padlock and chain linking the elements as above.

Also make sure the bracket is screwed into the bricks - if the screws are in the mortar they can be easily pulled out.

Remove any care/description labels from the plant. A  plant is most likely to be stolen if you keep the label on it.

Have you got a tip to deter the thieves? Post your comment below.

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Meon House Open Garden

Come and enjoy the beautiful garden and surroundings at Meon House.

And treat yourself to delicious tea and cakes !

Please join us, The Friend's of St Peter's, and be part of something special, helping to maintain
the fabric of our beautiful Church.

The garden party is on Sunday 10th June 2018 - 2pm to 5pm at Meon House, Triangle Lane.

The house has a large, and beautifully landscaped, garden is adjacent to woodland.

It boasts herbaceous borders, specimen trees, orchard, large pond and a kitchen garden. Enjoy a stroll around and some tea and cake.

The garden is accessible to wheelchair users. Well behaved dogs (and their owners!) on leads are welcome. Entry is by ticket only.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at £5 each from Daisy B’s, Hadlow’s the Butcher and St Peter’s Church office

Set for dizzy heights

Five year old Ava Jade Hands will be ‘up in the air’ when she joins with members of the Jessie Leigh Dance & Cheer Academy at a major cheerleader and dance event in Brighton.

Ava Jade, from Titchfield, has only been with the group for just a year and is the ‘flyer’ of the team.

The Jessie Leigh Dance & Cheer Academy have over 360 cheerleaders in 2 locations within the Gosport and Portsmouth region, they are also the largest After School Club Program in the area.

Young High Flyer Ava Jade

Ava Jade trains at Bay House school in Gosport.

They focus on developing our youth through the medium of cheerleading and dance.

The ‘Into the Future’ competition will take place on the 9th and 10th of June at The Brighton Centre in Sussex.

Well done Ava Jade and have a great day.