Category: News

Mayors Ride to Montesson

15th August 2024

Former Thame Mayor, Cllr Adrian Dite, and current Mayor, Cllr Andy Gilbert, will join a group of Thame cyclists for a charity ride to Montesson in September. The group will set off on Wednesday 11 September for Thame’s “Jumeau Ville en France” (Thame’s twin town west of Paris), arriving Friday 13 September ahead of a […]

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All About Planning Applications

15th August 2024

Have you ever wondered how the planning application process works in Thame? In the first instance, neighbours adjacent to the boundary of a relevant property or area are notified of planning applications, and a notice is placed at the site. You can use the South Oxfordshire District Council (SODC) website to find and comment on planning […]

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Community Groups & Councillors at the Market

15th August 2024

The Thame Charter Market’s annual Community Day is coming up on Tuesday 20 August. This fun event celebrates the town’s community spirit. Each year, community groups and charities are invited to set-up a free stall to raise funds and awareness of their organisation. This year, Thame Town Council will also be at the market. Mayor, […]

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It’s Budget Time

15th August 2024

Thame Town Council has started work on setting its budget for 2025-26 and would like your input as to where the town’s money should be spent. The average Thame household (i.e. Band D) currently contributes £3.83 per week (through the precept portion of Council Tax) towards the funding of all the projects, functions, and services […]

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TNP2 Moving Forward

8th August 2024

The publicity period on the draft review of Thame’s Neighbourhood Plan concluded on Thursday 25 July. South Oxfordshire District Council has now sent the draft plan documents and comments received during the publicity period for independent examination. Examining Officer, Andrew Ashcroft has been appointed by the District Council to carry out the examination. It will be his responsibility to recommend […]

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Updates on Recent Council Meetings and What’s Coming Up

8th August 2024

Back in May 2024, Thame Town Council approved a new committee structure to better reflect the current work of the council and its aspirations for the future. The new committees have now all met and below is a summary of what was discussed at those meetings. You can view all past and upcoming meeting agendas, reports […]

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Local Art Works Vandalised

8th August 2024

On Sunday (4 August) two of the art instalments along Thame’s Peculiar Pot trail were damaged by vandals. The damage was reported to the Council on Monday and authorities have since been alerted. Anyone with information about this act of vandalism, should contact the Council. The Peculiar Pot markers were created from public art funds […]

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Could You Help Run Cosy Thame?

8th August 2024

  With the hot days we’ve experienced in July and August, it is hard to think about staying warm. However, the Cosy Thame project is encouraging us to look at our homes and businesses and work out how to insulate them from the cold – keeping the heat in and our fuel bills low.  The project has a […]

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We Want Your Photos

2nd August 2024

Do you have a calendar-worthy photo of Thame? We are looking for photos for our 2025 calendar. If yours is selected, we will send you a free copy of the calendar. Entries must be submitted before Friday 6 September. Email your Thame photos to: info@thametowncouncil.gov.uk

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Wheelchair Rugby Comes to Thame

2nd August 2024

On Saturday (27 July), Chinnor RFC held its second “taster session” for disabled juniors aged 12-17 years. The event was staged in collaboration with Stoke Mandeville Maulers wheelchair rugby team and the GB Junior wheelchair rugby programme development officer, Jamie Higgins. The initiative, spearheaded by Chinnor RFC Wheelchair Rugby Lead, Paul Corris, aims to develop […]

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Chatty Bus Returns for Those Feeling Lonely

2nd August 2024

On Tuesday 6 August, the Chatty Bus will return to Thame to help fight loneliness. On the day, two of the Oxford Bus Company’s 280 bus services will be transformed into “chatty buses”. Volunteers from Oxford Bus Group, Age UK Oxfordshire, and Oxfordshire Mind will be on-board to spark conversation and make introductions. The volunteers […]

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A Blast from the Past – The Thame Tart

2nd August 2024

Remember when Thame had its own tart? Created by John Fothergill, innkeeper of the Spread Eagle from 1922 – 1931, the tart featured a shortcrust pastry filled with raspberry jam and lemon curd. It was served with whipped cream and berries. Something to try over the weekend, perhaps?

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