Brixworth Parish Council

West Northamptonshire Council has teamed up with Anglo Recycling to provide free doorstep collections for residents wishing to donate unwanted clothing, footwear, textiles, bric‑a‑brac, toys, CDs, books, kitchenware, and small household items.

Almost everything collected is reused or recycled, making the service both convenient and environmentally friendly. Residents simply book online, bag or box their items, and leave them on the doorstep — or request collection directly from the front door.

The service excludes soiled, ripped, damaged, wet, or bulky items such as furniture, duvets, pillows, mattresses, bicycles, and large appliances. Anglo Recycling manages all collections, while the council continues to handle bulky waste separately.

Funds raised from donations support local charities, helping communities across West Northamptonshire.

👉 Find out more and book a collection:
https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/clothing-collections

Reminder. 🚧 Temporary Road Closure – Scaldwell Road, Brixworth 🚧

We’ve been informed that a section of Scaldwell Road will be closed from 3rd–5th June to allow Anglian Water to carry out essential works on the water mains.

A plan of the closure and diversion route is provided below.

Please allow extra time for your journeys and follow the signed diversion in place.

🌼 Late Spring Bank Holiday

The Parish Council notes that the Late Spring Bank Holiday will take place this coming Monday.

The Parish Council office will be closed for the duration of the bank holiday weekend and will reopen on Tuesday 26th of May at 9:30am.

We hope residents enjoy the long weekend, whether taking part in local activities, spending time with others, or simply enjoying a slower pace.

🌿 Brixworth Community Clean‑Up – Round 2! 🌿

A huge thank you to everyone who helped at the first village clean‑up – you made a real difference 💚

We learned a lot, had a great start, and now we’re going again!

📅 This Saturday, 23rd May

⏰ From 10:00am

📍 Meet at the bus stop outside Lone Pine Court, Northampton Road

☕ Bring a flask (or support a local refreshment stop!)

🧤 If you can, bring flexi‑tubs, old sacks or heavy‑duty bags (you’ll get them back)

Come along, lend a hand, and help keep Brixworth looking brilliant. Every bit of help counts! 💪♻️

The National Conversation is a UK‑wide listening project asking people what they value about community life — and what kind of communities they want to build together.

Across the country, trust feels more fragile and the places that once connected us are changing. Many people feel unheard.

This initiative gives everyone the chance to share their experiences and help shape a future where we can all “live well together”.

Have your say by completing the survey and adding your voice to the national picture.

Take the survey here:
https://www.thenationalconversation.org.uk/

🚗 Free Mature Drivers Roadshow – Northampton
📅 Saturday 6 June 2026 | 9am (registration from 8.30am)

Northamptonshire Police, working with Northamptonshire Fire & Rescue Service, North Northamptonshire Council, West Northamptonshire Council and the Office of the Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, as part of the Northamptonshire Safer Roads Alliance, is inviting residents aged 60+ to a free Mature Driver Roadshow in Moulton.

The event supports mature drivers to stay safe, confident and independent on the road for longer.

The session includes:
• Practical road‑safety advice
• Guidance on how driving needs may change over time
• Access to free hints‑and‑tips driving sessions, delivered by Northampton Advanced Motorists (bookable separately)

📍 Venue:
Moulton Community Centre, Sandy Hill Lane, Moulton, NN3 7AX
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🎟️ Booking is essential – places are limited:
https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/northants-mature-driver-roadshows-4099083

Thank you for everyone who has registered their interest so far! We would love to hear from you if you would like to be involved.

Could You Help Launch a Brixworth Repair Shed

The Parish Council and Cllr Harris have been continuing to explore ideas to get a local Brixworth‑based Repair Shed off the ground — but we need people with skills to make it happen!

As part of our Health and Wellbeing agenda for Brixworth and surrounding communities, we’re looking at how we can create a welcoming space where residents can bring broken items to be repaired rather than replaced. It’s a great way to share knowledge, reduce waste, and connect with others.

We’re looking for volunteers to help make this a reality with skills such as:
🪡 Sewing and textiles
🔌 Electrical and small appliance repair
🚲 Bicycle maintenance
🪚 Woodwork and carpentry
💻 Computer and tech troubleshooting
🔧 General DIY and tool use
🧸 Toy repairs
🪑 Furniture repair & upcycling
🧰 Mechanical skills
📱 Mobile phone basics

If you have a skill and a bit of free time — and you’re interested in supporting this project — please leave us your details by completing the form [here]
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=RLCd1wFDd0yfEa_8FZMCzI98O3NSA_FFvaXbBfT35G1UMTk5Rkg1REdRSU9CU0JOTVFBVUhNM1Y1MC4u

We’d love to get this project moving forward with your help and make the Brixworth Repair Shed a reality for our community.

🌼 No Mow May Returns to Brixworth! 🌼

Supporting wildlife, boosting biodiversity, and keeping our green spaces safe.

Brixworth Parish Council is once again proud to support No Mow May, the national campaign encouraging councils and communities to let selected grassed areas grow naturally throughout May. Allowing wildflowers and grasses to flourish provides an essential early‑season food source for bees, butterflies and other pollinators — the small creatures that keep our ecosystems healthy.

This simple change makes a big difference to local biodiversity, and we’re pleased to play our part.

🌱 What We’re Doing in Brixworth
Throughout May, you’ll notice that some verges and green spaces around the village will be left to grow longer than usual. These areas have been chosen because they are:

Safe to leave unmown
Environmentally beneficial
Valuable for pollinators and wildlife

⚽ What We’re Still Maintaining
Your safety and access to recreation remain our priority.

Throughout May, we will continue to cut and maintain:
Recreational grounds
Sports pitches
Play areas
Parks and high‑use public spaces
Any areas where visibility or safety could be affected

This ensures that all facilities remain safe, accessible and ready for use.

🦋 Why No Mow May Matters
Letting grass grow for just a few weeks:

Increases wildflowers and nectar sources
Supports bees, butterflies and other pollinators
Helps birds and small mammals
Improves soil health
Boosts local biodiversity with minimal cost

Even small patches of longer grass can have a big environmental impact.

🌼 How You Can Join In
Residents can take part by:

Leaving a corner of your garden unmown
Planting pollinator‑friendly flowers
Avoiding pesticides
Sharing photos of wildlife you spot during May

Every little helps — and it all adds up.

💬 Working Together for a Greener Brixworth
We’re grateful to everyone who supports this initiative and helps nature thrive in our parish.

Let’s give wildlife a helping hand this spring. 🌼

Brixworth Parish Council extends its warmest congratulations to Sir David Attenborough on the occasion of his 100th birthday.

Sir David’s extraordinary contribution to conservation, education and public understanding of the natural world has enriched the lives of millions. His work continues to inspire our community and reminds us of our shared responsibility to protect the environment for future generations.

We offer our sincere best wishes on this landmark birthday.