ASHFORD is a small settlement 1.5 miles from the main north Devon town of Barnstaple and when the last Register of Electors was prepared, had an adult population showing 241.
The village faces South and has very pleasant views of the River Taw as it flows along the estuary to it's confluence with the Torridge river and the Atlantic Ocean. Ashford has a different origin to other place-names called Ashford, the origin being "ash-tree enclosure" Old English æsc "ash tree" and worō / worth "enclosure". The name was recorded as Aiscawurde in 1182.
The OS grid reference is SS5335.
It is served by North Devon Council as the Local Authority and Devon County Council.
Police: Devon and Cornwall
Fire: Devon and Somerset
Ambulance: South Western
The village faces South and has very pleasant views of the River Taw as it flows along the estuary to it's confluence with the Torridge river and the Atlantic Ocean. Ashford has a different origin to other place-names called Ashford, the origin being "ash-tree enclosure" Old English æsc "ash tree" and worō / worth "enclosure". The name was recorded as Aiscawurde in 1182.
The OS grid reference is SS5335.
It is served by North Devon Council as the Local Authority and Devon County Council.
Police: Devon and Cornwall
Fire: Devon and Somerset
Ambulance: South Western
The Parish Council is pleased to confirm that the appointment of Mrs Jane Mills; Mrs Mills has now taken up the post of Parish Clerk.
Litter Pick 2024
In contrast to last year's wet weather, 18 residents including 5 Cllrs, turned out on a warm sunny Saturday morning for the annual litter pick last Saturday. As usual Vaughan and Geoff cleaned and cut back around the road signs. Most of these are now very dilapidated. A small amount of litter was collected. There was however a considerable amount of debris at the flood site on the top road. Broken undertrays, hub caps and other vehicle related parts were collected. Retiring to the hall, coffee and cakes were consumed with much friendly chat. Thanks to all those who took part and those who organised the refreshments. Thanks also to NDC for the load of the equipment to complete the job safely. Finally the small amount picked up is a tribute to those who regularly retrieve litter from our roads.
Cllr Philip Hughes, Chairman.
Update on Installation of Second Defibrillator
The 2nd Community Defibrillator has been installed on Strand Lane between Strand Close and Oxleigh House; almost opposite the Parish Noticeboard, Post Box and entrance to Meadowside. Post code EX31 4AE
Please be reminded that if a Medical Emergency requires a Defibrillator;
Ring 999 and ask for the Ambulance Service, you will be directed to the nearest Defib. If the Strand Lane defib is the closest to your location you will be given the access code to open the cabinet.
Calendar of Meetings
At the Annual Parish Council Meeting it was agreed to schedule Parish Council Meetings every other month to the end of the Council year, The Parish Council does have the ability to call Extraordinary Meetings if business needs to be addressed sooner. The meetings will be scheduled for:
2025
Thursday 16th January - Parish Council
Thursday 20th March - Annual Parish Meeting followed by Parish Council
Thursday 15th May - Annual Parish Council
Kind Regards
Ashford Parish Council
[email protected]
Litter Pick 2024
In contrast to last year's wet weather, 18 residents including 5 Cllrs, turned out on a warm sunny Saturday morning for the annual litter pick last Saturday. As usual Vaughan and Geoff cleaned and cut back around the road signs. Most of these are now very dilapidated. A small amount of litter was collected. There was however a considerable amount of debris at the flood site on the top road. Broken undertrays, hub caps and other vehicle related parts were collected. Retiring to the hall, coffee and cakes were consumed with much friendly chat. Thanks to all those who took part and those who organised the refreshments. Thanks also to NDC for the load of the equipment to complete the job safely. Finally the small amount picked up is a tribute to those who regularly retrieve litter from our roads.
Cllr Philip Hughes, Chairman.
Update on Installation of Second Defibrillator
The 2nd Community Defibrillator has been installed on Strand Lane between Strand Close and Oxleigh House; almost opposite the Parish Noticeboard, Post Box and entrance to Meadowside. Post code EX31 4AE
Please be reminded that if a Medical Emergency requires a Defibrillator;
Ring 999 and ask for the Ambulance Service, you will be directed to the nearest Defib. If the Strand Lane defib is the closest to your location you will be given the access code to open the cabinet.
Calendar of Meetings
At the Annual Parish Council Meeting it was agreed to schedule Parish Council Meetings every other month to the end of the Council year, The Parish Council does have the ability to call Extraordinary Meetings if business needs to be addressed sooner. The meetings will be scheduled for:
2025
Thursday 16th January - Parish Council
Thursday 20th March - Annual Parish Meeting followed by Parish Council
Thursday 15th May - Annual Parish Council
Kind Regards
Ashford Parish Council
[email protected]
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The first Ashford Parish Council Community Defibrillator is situated on the wall of the Church Hall next to Summerfield and 10metres above the Telephone box on
Adder Lane; EX31 4BY PLEASE REMEMBER THAT FOR ANY MEDICAL EMERGENCY; CALL 999 AND ASK FOR THE AMBULANCE SERVICE; YOU WILL BE DIRECTED BY THE OPERATOR TO THE CLOSEST DEFIBRILLATOR.
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