IWADE NEWS

Iwade Tours has become one of the village’s valued community initiatives. By offering residents the opportunity to travel together and share memorable experiences, the team has created far more than a programme of outings. Through exceptional organisation, dedication, and a genuine passion for bringing people together, they have fostered friendship, inclusion, and a strong sense of belonging.

The award acknowledges the dedication of Alan, Liz, and Matt who run Iwade Tours and highlights the positive impact their work continues to have on residents. Their efforts have contributed significantly to building a more connected and supportive village community.

You can find Iwade Tours dates in the IWADE WHATS ON and contact details on the TRAVEL & TRANSPORT link in the IWADE DIRECTORY what are you waiting for! - Ed

To ensure the village can continue to enjoy festive lighting, the Council is considering hiring new, modern, energy efficient lights from a specialist supplier. Hiring removes the need for repairs and storage and is likely to be more cost effective overall, but it does involve an ongoing annual hire fee.

Before making any decision, we want to understand whether residents feel the Christmas lights are something the village should continue to invest in. We would like your views so please tell us:
1. Do you enjoy having Christmas lights in the village each year?
2. Do you want the Christmas lights to continue?
3. Do you feel continuing with Christmas lights is a worthwhile use of Parish Council funds?
The consultation is now open and will close on Tuesday May 12th 2026. Click here to complete the survey >>

Vote on All Saints WhatsApp or direct to John Guest on 07710 353461. Next showing on the BIG screen in All Saints is 3.00 on 24th May.

Email kingdomclown@gmail.com with your vote

Ali and the Woolpack team would like to thank all old & new customers that have supported them through the years and invite you to their leaving party on 22nd May 2026 from 4pm with live music - a final fairwell party - in the IWADE WHATS ON.

Having driven it today 10th April 20f26 there were 3 lanes now open most of the way round and traffic lights seemed better set with some not on. See for yourself!

The latest email from Jacksons says - "To ensure the gyratory begins to operate in its full capacity, we have removed most of the traffic management cones from various sections of site where we are currently doing no works. The traffic lights on the A249 south bound exit slip road will be switched on as soon as BT completes their works on the slip road and remove their traffic management. As we continue with finishing works around site, we will only install traffic management, when necessary, for the safety of our work force."

Nearly there Iwade although reading the Jackson update maybe those were the lights not on so they'll be on at some point soon!