Freshwater Parish Council

09/09/2026

The Society has been a part of Freshwater and district since 1878, with Alfred Lord Tennyson as it’s President. We would like to keep it going for all to enjoy. Your membership is important to us.

03/09/2026

UPDATE FROM RIGHTS OF WAY

Please be advised that the permissive path across Afton Marsh, running from Blackbridge Road and connecting to Public Footpath F36, has been temporarily closed while Gift to Nature undertakes improvement works at this countryside site. For information on the work being carried out please contact Gift to Nature [email protected]

It is anticipated that the closure will remain in place for approximately four weeks, although this may be subject to change depending on progress of the works.

02/09/2026

02/09/2026

FRESHWATER PARISH COUNCIL - CO-OPTION OF ONE MEMBER
(South Ward)

A vacancy for one Councillor exists on Freshwater Parish Council.
The Parish Council will therefore be considering the co-option of a suitable person to fill the seat and to serve on the Freshwater Parish Council, at a meeting to be held on 6th October 2026.

A person wishing to be considered and who is eligible* to serve as a Parish Councillor should notify the Parish Council in writing, under their own signature by Friday 25th September 2026.

Applications to Parish Office, Memorial Hall, Avenue Road, Freshwater, Isle of Wight PO40 9UU

Email: [email protected]

Candidates should give brief details of their qualifications, background and experience and thoughts on how they can contribute to the Parish Council and the community of Freshwater.

* A local councillor must be 18 years of age or over and a British subject or qualifying Commonwealth citizen, a citizen of the
Republic of Ireland or a citizen of another Member State of the European Community.

He/she must also fulfil at least one of the following criteria:-

i) During the whole of the 12 months before nomination occupied land or premises as owner or tenant in the parish area, or,
ii) During the same period resided in the Parish, or within 4.8 km thereof, or
iii) During the same period had his/her principal or only place of work in that Parish, or
iv) At the time of nomination be registered as a local government elector for the administrative area of the Parish.

The person should not be disqualified from being elected by reason of any disqualification set out in Section 80 of the Local Government Act 1972, or any decision made under section 79 of the Local Government Act 2000

02/09/2026

💚 September's Most Needed Items 💚

This September, we're asking Islanders to come together and help us reach our goal of 10,000 tins for the Isle of Wight Foodbank! 🥫

As part of the 10,000 Tins campaign, alongside Isle of Wight Radio,and Glanvilles we're encouraging everyone to pick up an extra item or two when they're doing their weekly shop. Every donation helps us support local people and families facing hunger across the Isle of Wight.

Alongside tins, we're also running low on some other essential items.

Our most needed items this month are:

🍑 **Tinned fruit**
🥣 **Soup**
🍮 **Puddings**
☕ **Coffee**
🍚 **Rice puddings**
🥫 **Tinned meat meals**
🌸 **Female deodorant**
🫧 **Shaving gel / foam**
🧺 **Laundry tablets / powder**
🧴 **Shampoo**

If you're heading to the supermarket this week, we would be so grateful if you could you add one or two of these items to your trolley? 🛒

10,000 tins might sound like a lot - but if we all play our part, together we can make it happen. 💚

You can donate at your local supermarket food donation point. Find your nearest one here:

📍 https://isleofwight.foodbank.org.uk/give-help/donate-food/

For up-to-date shopping lists every time you visit the supermarket, download the FREE BanktheFood app:

📲 https://www.bankthefood.com/download-the-app

Thank you for standing alongside your local community. Every tin, every item and every donation makes a difference. 💚

02/09/2026

UPDATE FROM ISLAND ROADS

The Isle of Wight Council (Princes Road, Freshwater, Isle of Wight) (Temporary Road Closure) Order No 1 2026

Island Roads on behalf of The Isle of Wight Council give notice that from 0900 hours on Monday 7 September 2026 until 1700 hours on Friday 11 September 2026, or when the works has been completed, Princes Road will be closed for its entire length. On-street signage will depict the exact length of the closure. The alternative route will be signposted locally. The restriction is required for utility works.

20/08/2026

Next week is the final week of the holidays - where did that go? Come along and join in with the last few rock pooling and fossil hunting sessions with the Ranger.

19/08/2026

❗Free Online SEND Workshops for Parents, Carers and Young People

While many support organisations take a break over the summer holidays, SENDIASS continues to provide support throughout the summer, ensuring families can access timely advice and guidance when they need it most

Navigating the SEND journey can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone

Join their free, confidential online workshops delivered by experienced SEND support professionals. These sessions provide independent, impartial advice, practical guidance, and the opportunity to connect with others on a similar journey

✨Free support for families of children and young people aged 0–25 with SEND
✨Confidential sessions – not recorded
✨Peer support and shared experiences
✨Guidance from experienced SEND Support Workers

Whether you are considering an EHCP, responding to a draft plan, exploring SEND support available in school, or preparing for an appeal, these workshops are designed to help you feel informed and empowered

To join just click on the Teams 'join us' link on the day

https://www.iowsendiass.org.uk/workshops/

18/08/2026

Join us in Totland tomorrow afternoon at 2pm for a session on diagnosing dementia - what is and isn't dementia?

All of our Alzheimer Cafés include a presentation on a dementia related topic and plenty of time to socialise with others. Our knowledgable volunteers are there to support you and answer any questions you might have. There's also tea, coffee, and light refreshments so come along and spend some time with others 'in the same boat.'

18/08/2026

We’re committed to keeping our communities safe, well and informed and our prevention and protection work plays a large role in this.