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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The Forum website titchfieldmatters.org.uk

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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

Village looking lovely

The Titchfield in Bloom team, businesses and residents are putting the finishing touches to the colourful floral displays around the village, ready for Monday’s judging.

A ‘green car’  bedecked with flowers is parked on the green at the bottom of West Street.

The car is a gift to us from Hambrooks Garden Centre. It was given by a family who lost their daughter from breast cancer and they were pleased for us to have it for Village in Bloom.

It is decorated in purple green and white as a celebration of the Suffragette movement.

There is also a scarecrow dressed as a suffragette on the green complete with mauve, white and green pots around.

 All the fresh plants on it we will sell for The Haven breast cancer work.

The Rowans have also done a superb window to celebrate the suffragette movement.

The In Bloom team have been busy helping senior with their displays and planting seven decorated wheelbarrows, which can be seen dotted around.

Gloria Hunt,  chair of the Village in Bloom committee, commented, “The village is looking lovely.

“Thank you so much to everyone who have put blooms out already and I know many are still working on some to put out.”

SEE THE VILLAGE IN BLOOM GALLERY - CLICK HERE

Try a ‘Titchfield Burger’

A top London venue is offering a ‘Titchfield Burger’ on its menu.

The restaurant is on the corner of Great Titchfield Street and Riding House Street in the very fashionable district of Fitzrovia.

Their website explains that the Riding House is ‘a modern cafe serving neighbourly hospitality, independent and cherished by the creative community it lives in, plus, one hell of a bar.’

The menu describes the Titchfield Burger thus - ‘a beef patty, beef & pork black pudding, smoked cheddar, tomato relish, onion marmalade, mayo, chips’ and will set you back just £20. (Not bad for London)

Great Titchfield Street was developed by the Dukes of Portland, who owned most of the eastern half of Marylebone in the 18th and 19th centuries.

It was the 2nd Earl of Portland who, in 1716, was created Marquess of Titchfield.
While the Earl of Southampton’s name lives on in London as both Southampton Row and Southampton Street in Holborn are named after him.

LINK
The Riding House Cafe

Playboy of the Western World at Titchfield

Playboy of the Western World: let’s all raise a glass to this wonderful play.

In a quiet little village, an especially pretty young woman falls under the spell of a charming, somewhat roguish stranger who suddenly appears one day. Christy Mahon is a young man on the run, claiming he killed his father.

The locals are more interested in enjoying his story than in condemning the immorality of his murderous deed. Christy’s tale captures the romantic attention of the local bar-maid. Synge’s wonderfully evocative and lyrical Irish play will keep you enthralled throughout.

This is the story behind Playboy of the Western World, Titchfield Festival Theatre’s latest production opening on Wednesday July 18th. It is an extremely funny, lyrical and poetic play which patrons will appreciate the almost Shakespearian style of language and production.
When Playboy of the Western World was first performed in its native Ireland a century ago in 1907, it caused a riot.

The play written by John Millington Synge is set at a time when Ireland was preparing for self-rule, with the production resulting in huge controversy amongst nationalists. Synge had written a play which captured the essence of rural, west coast Ireland, yet created unease in the predominant Gaelic-speaking community who were offended by some of the language used.

Within a few years, Playboy of the Western World was recognised for what it is – a brilliant masterpiece of a play, with witty lines and strong characters.

Kevin Fraser, Artistic Director of Titchfield Festival Theatre, says, “This is a lovely story set in an archetypal part of the West Coast of Ireland, County Mayo to be precise; the author has written lines which are typically Irish and beautifully crafted, giving us a real sense of life in a rural community in the early 1900s. Come along and enjoy a taste of Gaelic charm – the play is relatively short, with a good, solid cast and will be great fun.”

The Playboy of the Western World opens on Wednesday 18th July until Saturday 28th July at 7.30pm in the Oak Theatre, St Margarets Lane, Titchfield PO14 4BG. The Sunday matinee performance is on 22nd July at 2.30pm.

For more information, please go to http://titchfieldfestivaltheatre.com/or contact our Box Office on 01329 556156.   

Village IS in Bloom

With the impending visit by the Britain in Bloom judges the village of Titchfield is looking superb.

A colourful display of hanging baskets, tubs and planters greet visitors to all the streets in the village.

The Royal Horticultural Society judges will be visiting on July 9th.

View a gallery of Titchfield in Bloom by clicking here

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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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Tenant sought for Titchfield Almshouse

The Earl of Southampton Trust has a property in the village for a person or couple in need.

Applicants for the two bedroom almshouse must currently be a resident within the Ancient Parish of Titchfield.

The Ancient Parish includes Titchfield, Stubbington, Lee on Solent, part of Rowner, Warsash, Sarisbury Green, Park Gate, Locks Heath, Swanwick, Whiteley, Titchfield Common and Titchfield Park.

Applications for the almshouse are available from the Earl of Southampton Trust Dayrooms  at 24, The Square.

The forms can also be downloaded from www.eost.org.uk/housing.html

Completed forms should be returned to Sue Boden at the above address by Monday 30th July.

The Earl of Southampton Trust has a long history of housing people in need and currently has 17 houses situated in Titchfield.

The Trust also provides one-off grants to help individuals to improve the quality of their lives. They also provide support for organisations locally.

Antony and Cleopatra: Shakespeare’s tragedy of two lovers

Titchfield Festival Theatre’s Shakespeare summer season continues with the company’s first-ever performance of Antony and Cleopatra, William Shakespeare’s tragedy of the two famous lovers set in Rome and Egypt.

Cleopatra is the exotic Queen of Egypt; Mark Antony is Rome’s greatest soldier. Cleopatra has dedicated her life to leading a nation and now she has fallen in love with Mark Antony, Rome’s idol and Julius Caesar’s most loyal comrade.

When Caesar’s nephew Octavius demands he goes to war once more he must choose between his loyalty to Rome and his love for the emotionally insecure Cleopatra. When Antony chooses his love for a woman over his love for his nation he must pay the ultimate price. As Rome advances Cleopatra knows there is only one possible outcome and only one way out.

The play’s Director, Stuart Hibbard says, “We are delighted to bring to local audiences at the historic Great Barn for the very first time our production of Antony and Cleopatra. The play has a number of underlying themes which make it so fascinating; lust and infatuation of course, but also loyalty and duty, regret... and finally the overriding power of love.

Our production will be a more contemporary interpretation, with actors performing in modern dress. We guarantee that there will be plenty for Shakespeare enthusiasts and those perhaps rediscovering the works of our country’s most famous playwright to enjoy.”

Antony and Cleopatra opens for its first performance on Tuesday 26th June and continues until Thursday 5th July, starting at 7.30pm in the Great Barn, Mill Lane, Titchfield PO15 5RB. The Sunday matinee performance is on 1st July at 2.30pm.

For more information, please go to http://titchfieldfestivaltheatre.com/or contact our Box Office on 01329 556156.

Fareham Men's Shed new facilities opened

Fareham Men's Shed new facilities were opened on Monday the 18th by BBC Solent Radio's Nick Girdler.

There was an excellent turnout of members with guests Councillors Pamela Bryant and Connie Hockley from Fareham Borough Council, representatives from Community First, Asda and the recently retired Chief Executive of what was Community Action Fareham, without whose help and encouragement the Shed may never have got off the ground.

Before the opening an EGM was held to present the Charitable status that the Shed has recently gained to it's members.

The shed has tripled in area since its inception 2 years ago and thanks to a grant from Fareham Borough Council a Clarke metalworking lathe and mill is now available for use by it's members along with woodworking facilities, a small computer workshop with 3D printing facilities and of course tea and coffee making facilities.

Fareham Men's Shed is open from Monday to Thursday from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Titchfield Festival Theatre, St. Margarets Lane.

Click for more from Fareham Men's Shed

Suella meets Fareham farmers

Fareham MP Suella Braverman has met with local members of the National Farmers Union (NFU).

Suella with local NFU members

At the meeting, with farmers from Tom Parker Farms and Meon Bye Farm, Suella discussed farming in Fareham and learnt about the important work local farmers do to contribute towards our food supply and their contribution to the area’s economy.

 There are 25 NFU members in Fareham farming roughly 2,500 acres of land, which amounts to around 20 per cent of the constituency. Farming directly employs 251 people locally and contributes £4.68 million to Fareham’s economy. Across Hampshire, farmers manage 58 per cent of county’s countryside.
 
As well as local farming, farmers were eager to discuss the UK’s withdrawal from the European Union (EU) and what Brexit will mean for local agriculture.
 
Suella said, “I would like to thank our local NFU members for taking the time to discuss local farming with me. Farming makes a huge contribution to our local economy and in ensuring we all have food to eat.

“I was pleased to be able to discuss the opportunities from Brexit. The UK’s agriculture, food and fisheries sectors are heavily influenced by EU laws, through frameworks such as the Common Agricultural Policy.

“Leaving the EU will provide Britain with the freedom to deliver its vision for a world-leading, sustainable, food and farming sector for farmers and consumers.”

Tickets still available for Pippa Greenwood evening

Titchfield Gardeners’ club have a few more tickers available for ‘An Evening with Pippa Greenwood’ at the Community Centre.

Pippa will first talk about her life in horticulture followed by answering questions from the audience.

Pippa is a frequent panellist on BBC’s Gardeners’ World and Gardeners’ Question Time. For eleven years she ran the Royal Horticultural Society's Plant Pathology Department at Wisley.

Tickets, cost just £8, are available the the Titchfield Community Centre reception, the Village Greengrocer in the Square or by calling 01329 843413

The evening takes place on Friday 29th June and starts at 6.45pm.

For more details contact Titchfield Gardeners' Club

Changes to Christmas Eve Services announced

St. Peter’s Parochial Church Council has published the details of this year’s Christmas Eve services.

They explain they have listened carefully to the views of the local community and tried, as far as
possible, to incorporate them into this year’s programme.

They are pleased to announce the following services for Christmas Eve 2018:-

3.30 pm Family Carol Service by Candlelight
This service will be especially suitable for those attending church with young
children.

6pm Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight
This year sees the 100 th anniversary of the beautiful, traditional service of
readings and carols, which was first held in Kings College Cambridge on Christmas
Eve 1918.

11.15pm Midnight Eucharist by Candlelight

It is envisaged that each of these services will be run by a different team.

The first service is at a slightly earlier time than in the past, which will allow sufficient time for
the church to be tidied up and properly prepared for the second service.

This programme has been prepared after much prayer and deliberation, bearing in
mind the needs of all those drawn to worship God in our beautiful church at this most holy time of year.

They go on to say their primary aim, as ever, is to ensure a high quality of worship in all their  services to the glory of God and in celebration of Jesus’ birth.

They look forward to welcoming you to the Christmas Eve services.

For more click this link to St Peter's Titchfield

Straight talking at CAT meeting

Fareham Council leader Cllr. Sean Woodward pulled no punches when he spoke at the Titchfield Community Action Team meeting at the village Community Centre.

Cllr Sean Woodward

Following an introduction by Cllr. Tiffany Harper, Sgt Nick Morgan talked on policing in the village and warned of the various scams in operation at the moment via email, phone or cold calling. And responded to a question from the floor on begging in the town centre.

Hayley Hamlet then explained the role of ‘One Community’ in the borough, how they help by providing support to local groups such as funding advice, governance and by building community resilience, and delivering volunteer and skills support.

Lastly the Council Leader gave a wide ranging  talk on what's going on in the local area.

He outlined projects undertaken in the last year in the borough such as the work on the sea wall at Hill Head, the refurbishment at Westbury Manor, the support for Fareham in Bloom and the cost of cleaning up the rubbish across the area.

He went on to detail the new road schemes already in operation and those still to be completed.

Cllr Woodward then spoke on the controversial subject of the Draft Local Plan and the current provision for housing in Fareham. He explained to the 40 plus audience the problems of meeting central government requirements on the number of homes and how developers will challenge the council if they don’t allow sufficient in the borough.

He also spoke about the plans for the 6,000 homes at Wellborne and also those for the town centre refurbishment which would provide some 900 new houses.

LINKS
Community Action Team
One Community

39 Steps to the Parish Room

Make a note in your diary - Moviola at the Parish Room on Friday June 22nd.

The tickets are going fast for a special Titchfield Moviola showing of the classic 1959 film ‘The 39 Steps’ at the Parish Room.

Richard Hannay (Kenneth More) witnesses a hit-and-run involving a woman pushing a pram.

Looking in the pram he sees a gun instead of a baby. He tracks the woman down and she reveals that she is a secret agent trying to stop foreign spies leaving the country with important military secrets.

Later that night she is murdered in Hannay's flat. Hannay takes it on himself to thwart the enemy agents.

This involves travelling to Scotland and keeping one step ahead of the police who are looking for him in connection with the murder of the woman.’

Please purchase tickets in advance for Moviola Extra  - The 39 Steps (1959) 

Click for more from Titchfield Moviola

Mum hit by van in West Street

A Titchfield mum has called for motorists to be more careful when driving through Titchfield's narrow streets.

On her way to school with her children, Catherine Doust, was struck by the vehicle's wing mirror, even though she was walking on the pavement.

In a post on social media after the incident she reported, "Please can I ask drivers to be road aware on West Street.

"I’ve just been hit whilst walking on the pavement. The van, going at some speed, nearly mounted the kerb with its wing mirrors at children’s head level.

"Lucky I was walking near the side of the road and not my 5 year old.

"The drivers response when approached was, ‘I didn’t see you’ (and the other 3 adults I was with. and other school children)"

There have been a number of accidents reported by residents with pedestrians being struck while walking on our village streets.

Make your voice heard by FBC

Fareham Council’s CAT meeting takes place from 7pm on Monday 11th June in the Malt Room, Titchfield Community Centre.

FBC say that listening to your views is essential to the Council providing better services.  One of the ways they listen to residents is by holding public meetings, known as Community Action Team (CAT) meetings.

The meetings are a great way to keep up to date with what is going on in our area.
Following a presentation by Council Leader, Sean Woodward, there will be an opportunity for residents to ask questions.

At the last CAT meeting held during October and November last year the Borough's Draft Local Plan 2036 was discussed.

The Local Plan looks at housing, employment space, and places where retail and leisure facilities should be provided.  It also earmarks areas to be protected, such as countryside, community and leisure buildings, and open spaces.

At the exhibition and meeting residents have found out about proposals for the local area and had the opportunity to speak directly to planning officers and Councillors.

Make sure your voice is heard by our local councillors, council officials and FBC leader, Cllr Sean Woodward.

For more information on Fareham Council’s CAT meetings Click HERE
 

Thefts over-night in Titchfield

Reports of thefts and suspicious behaviour in the Posbrook Lane/Bellfield area have been posted on Facebook.

One resident says that they were woken at around 4am this morning.

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They then spotted three males from a grey golf-like car were in a neighbour’s front garden..

They had abandoned their car in the middle of the road next to the junction leaving the doors open, they then went off in different directions.

The group stole the registration plates from a van parked nearby and once disturbed made off.

Hampshire Police advise that If you have information about a crime to call them. In an emergency, always call 999. Call 101 for all enquiries and to report non-urgent crimes.