Tiptree Parish Council

14/10/2026

WE NEED YOU!

12/10/2026

Not Long left for you to:

HAVE YOUR SAY!

12/10/2026

🇬🇧 REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY – VOLUNTEERS NEEDED 🇬🇧

📅 Sunday 8th November 2026
⏰ Road closure: approximately 14:00–15:15

Could you help us keep everyone safe on Remembrance Sunday?

We are looking for volunteers to help marshal the road closures around the War Memorial. We need at least two people at each junction to help make the arrangements safe and effective.

🚧 What would you be doing?

Putting out the barriers at the correct time
Talking to and assisting motorists with directions
Removing the barriers once the event has finished
Helping to keep the area around the War Memorial safe
All equipment will be provided at a location close to your junction and will need to be returned there afterwards.

📋 Don't worry if you've never done this before!
You will receive written instructions in advance explaining what to do and when, giving you plenty of opportunity to familiarise yourself with the procedure and ask any questions.

On the day, you will also have a copy of the Traffic Order, diversion map and instructions.

📍 Volunteer locations:

🇬🇧 The War Memorial
🚦 Church Road / New Road junction
🚦 New Road / Chapel Road junction
🚦 Station Road / Anchor Road junction
👀 EXTRA HELP NEEDED AT THE WAR MEMORIAL

We are also looking for at least two additional volunteers at the War Memorial.

This role does not involve lifting or traffic control. Instead, you will help keep an eye on the crowd and ensure people remain safely on the pavement, particularly when their attention is focused on the service.

Your help will be greatly appreciated in making sure everyone can take part in the service safely and respectfully.

📧 Can you help?

Please contact Sue Shepherd at:

[email protected]

When contacting Sue, please let her know:
👉 Which role/location you can help with
👉 Whether you have your own high-vis jacket

🙏 Thank you to everyone who volunteers to help make Remembrance Sunday safe and successful for our community.

🇬🇧 We will remember them. 🇬🇧

08/10/2026

🚌 COMMUNITY TRANSPORT SURVEY – YOUR VIEWS MATTER! 🚌

Essex County Council has extended the Community Transport Survey until 30 October 2026, giving residents more time to have their say.

Whether you use Community Transport, volunteer, provide support, care for someone who uses these services, or are simply interested in what is available locally, Essex County Council would like to hear from you.

The survey is looking at:

🔹 How residents use Community Transport services
🔹 Awareness of services available locally
🔹 Experiences and satisfaction with services
🔹 Barriers that may prevent people from accessing transport
🔹 Unmet transport needs
🔹 The wider impact Community Transport has on independence and wellbeing

📅 Survey closes: 30 October 2026

👉 Have your say here:
https://consultations.essex.gov.uk/iptu/community-transport-user-and-awareness-survey-2026

Please help spread the word by sharing this post with friends, family, neighbours, community groups and anyone who may use or support Community Transport.

Your experiences and views can help provide a better understanding of local transport needs. 🚌❤️

Find and participate in consultations run by Essex County Council

06/10/2026

Your opinion matters.
log onto www.tiptreeparishcouncil.gov.uk to complete the consultation regarding the play area.

06/10/2026

🌿🐾 Good afternoon, Tiptree residents! 🐾🌿

The Tiptree Grounds Team have struck again! 💪🌳

Park Lane Nature Reserve has been given some care and attention by our fantastic grounds team, making sure this lovely area is ready for you to enjoy.

🌲 If you’re looking for somewhere quiet and relaxing to walk your dog, enjoy a peaceful stroll, or simply spend a little time surrounded by nature, why not come and enjoy Park Lane Nature Reserve?

🐕🚶‍♀️ Whether it’s a morning walk, an afternoon wander or simply a chance to escape the hustle and bustle, Park Lane is there for everyone to enjoy.

A big thank you to the Tiptree Grounds Team for keeping our local green spaces looking their best. 👏🌿

Why not pay Park Lane a visit and enjoy our local nature? 💚

06/10/2026

🌡️ Heating Oil Support Available This Winter

Good afternoon Tiptree residents 👋

If you use heating oil as your main source of heating and are worried about the cost of keeping your home warm this winter, you may be eligible for support through the Crisis and Resilience Fund.

With many rural households relying on heating oil and household costs continuing to put pressure on family finances, eligible residents are encouraged to seek support early.

💷 Support may be available towards the cost of heating oil, following an assessment of your household's financial circumstances.

🏠 The Crisis and Resilience Fund can also provide support with essential household costs such as:

Heating oil and energy 🔥
Food 🥫
Water 💧
Housing costs 🏠
Other essential household expenses

If you think you may be eligible, please contact the service well before your usual heating oil purchase date, allowing time for your application to be assessed and fuel to be ordered and delivered.

👉 Find out more and check your eligibility:
https://www.southend.gov.uk/extra-financial-help/crisis-resilience-fund/4?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Please share this post with friends, family and neighbours who may benefit from knowing about the support available this winter.

02/10/2026

🚌 Good afternoon, Tiptree residents! 🚌

Just a quick reminder that the new late 75 bus service is now running on Fridays and Saturdays, providing an evening service back to Tiptree.

🌙 Late service:
📍 Colchester Osborne street: 22:50
➡️ Tiptree New Times: 23:15

So, if you're heading home from Colchester to Tiptree after an evening out, there's no need to drive you can leave the car at home and catch the bus back to Tiptree. 🚌

A great option for anyone working late, meeting friends, enjoying an evening out, or simply wanting another way home.

No need to drive — First Bus has you covered! 👍

Please share this post with friends and family so more Tiptree residents know about the new late service.

23/09/2026

🌿🚮 Good afternoon, Tiptree residents! 🚮🌿
As part of Tiptree Parish Council's Litter Campaign, we're asking everyone to help keep our village clean, safe, and somewhere we're all proud to live.
Every piece of litter dropped in Tiptree has an impact on our streets, parks, footpaths, and wildlife. By making a few small changes, we can all make a big difference.
How you can help:
🗑️ Put your litter in a bin or take it home with you.
🚶 If you're out for a walk, consider safely picking up a few pieces of litter.
♻️ Recycle wherever possible and dispose of waste responsibly.
💚 Encourage friends and family to help keep Tiptree tidy.
Litter doesn't just look untidy—it can harm wildlife, block drains, and create unnecessary costs for the community.
A huge thank you to everyone who already helps keep Tiptree looking its best, and to our dedicated Tiptree Parish Council Grounds Team, who work hard every day maintaining our parks, footpaths, and public spaces.
Let's all do our bit and keep Tiptree litter free! 🌳✨

22/09/2026

🌿 Good Afternoon, Tiptree! 🌿

A huge well done to Tiptree Parish Council's Grounds Team for their fantastic work clearing and restoring the Public Right of Way for our community. 👏

The team has been hard at work cutting back overgrown vegetation, clearing the path, and making it safer and more accessible for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're out walking, running, or simply enjoying our village, keeping our public footpaths open is an important part of maintaining Tiptree's green spaces.

Thank you to our dedicated Grounds Team for everything you do to keep Tiptree looking its best. 🌳💚

If you come across an overgrown Public Right of Way please report it via: https://www.essexhighways.org/tell-us/public-rights-of-way-issues