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16 days of activism against gender-based violence
We’re supporting this year’s 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence by raising awareness of the support that is available if you are experiencing domestic abuse or are worried about someone else.
It is estimated that domestic abuse will affect one in five people in their lifetime, including one in every four women. Domestic abuse is not always physical and can involve economic abuse, psychological abuse and controlling and coercive behaviour.
If you witness or are experiencing domestic abuse, support is available from The DASH Charity by calling their helpline on 01753 549865 (Monday to Thursday 9.30am - 3pm and Fridays 9.30am to 12 noon) or by calling the 24/7 National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 20000247.
Always dial 999 in an emergency.
Read more about the range of support that is available in the Royal Borough
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Share your views on 30mph zone on Harvest Hill
We’re asking residents to share their views on plans to reduce the speed limit on a section of Harvest Hill Road in Maidenhead to 30mph.
The proposal to lower the existing 40mph speed limit between the A308 Windsor Road and the junction with Kimbers Lane is part our commitment to improve road safety for all users and forms part of our wider focus on encouraging walking and cycling in the borough.
Please take a minute to complete our survey and give your views on the project by Sunday 15 December.
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Primary school admissions for 2025
Our online portal for applying for a primary school place in September 2025 is now open.
Applications can be made for children who were born between 1 September 2020 and 31 August 2021. It is important that you read our Online Guide for Admission into Primary School September 2025 before completing your application.
The deadline for applications is 15 January 2025. Offers for school places will then be made in April 2025.
For more information about moving up to primary school and to apply, visit the Achieving for Children website or contact us by calling 01628 683870.
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Celebrate December nights at Windsor & Eton Living Advent Calendar events
Windsor and Eton are set to sparkle as the much-loved Living Advent Calendar returns for 2024! Starting at the Windsor Guildhall this Sunday 1 December, the Windsor and Eton Business Partnership will deliver a free series of enchanting events by local businesses and performers every night until Christmas – concluding with a magical finale at Windsor Parish Church on Tuesday 24 December.
The locations for each event have now been revealed on the Living Advent Calendar Facebook page – but the details of what will happen behind each ‘door’ remains a closely guarded secret until the chosen venue reveals a surprise at 6.15pm each night!
Simply turn up on the day for festive fun including live music, theatre, storytelling and much more – don’t forget to share your images from each unforgettable night using the hashtag #MyFestiveRoyalBorough
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Share your experiences to help shape women’s health services
Healthwatch Windsor, Ascot and Maidenhead is working on a project to find out more about women and girl’s experience of health services in our borough.
They would like to hear from you about your experience of women’s health services for things like painful periods, contraception, gynaecology and menopause. Your opinion matters and will help shape these services in the future.
Learn more about the survey on the Healthwatch website
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Check your eligibility for pension credit by 21 December
If you’re over the State Pension age, you could be entitled to Pension Credit to help you with living costs. If you receive Pension Credit, you may also receive other help including Cold Weather payments and the Winter Fuel Payment.
You could get extra help if you’re a carer, severely disabled, or responsible for a child or young person, and can claim Pension Credit even if you have other income, savings or your own home.
In order to receive the Winter Fuel Payment for 2024/25 you’ll need to apply for Pension Credit before 21 December 2024. Check your eligibility at gov.uk/pension-credit
If you need help getting online, you can seek assistance at a local library. You can also get in touch with our Financial Inclusion officers if you need help making a claim.
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Our consultations - have your say
We regularly hold consultations and surveys to seek your views on proposals within the Royal Borough:
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Community Spotlight
Here are some of the upcoming community events and volunteering opportunities in the Royal Borough:
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Citizens Advice East Berkshire helps thousands of people find a way forward with free, impartial advice on a wide range of topics and are looking for a Treasurer and Company Secretary to join their Trustee Board. If you’d like to contribute your expertise & time to help, please visit their website
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Old Windsor Parish Church's Christmas Tree Festival will continue from 10am to 6pm this Saturday 30 November and from 10am to 6pm on Sunday 1 December. Trees have been donated and decorated by over twenty local organisations with refreshments and plenty of parking available
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The Royal Free Singers will be performing Handel's Messiah at 7.30pm Saturday 30 November at Windsor Parish Church. Visit their website for more info
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Braywick Plant Nurseries are holding Christmas Wreath and Table Decoration Workshops on weekday and Saturdays up to 14 December, including demonstrations, foliage, decorations, hot drink and a mince pie. Visit their website for info and tickets
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St Joseph’s Church in Maidenhead is holding an annual Bazaar to raise funds for the church repairs from 10.30am to 2pm this Saturday 30 November. Meet Father Christmas in his Grotto and get your Christmas cards and presents at the handicrafts and home-made produce stalls. Visit their website
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Eton Wick CofE First School is holding a Wreath making workshop from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday 30 November. All proceeds will go to Friends of Eton Wick School Charity. For information and to book visit their website
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High Street Methodist Church in Maidenhead will be holding a Christmas Fayre from 10am to 1pm this Saturday 30 November, held by 13th Maidenhead Scouts and 4th Maidenhead Brownies and Guides. Join them for a tombola, games and refreshments!
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All Saints Church in Dedworth will be holding Christmas carols and crafts for the children from 5pm on Sunday 1 December. Join them to write a prayer for the prayer tree and enjoy free hot chocolate, mulled wine & mince pies around the fire pit. Visit their website
- Students and staff from the Green Room School in Windsor will be hosting their Christmas Fayre in the magical courtyard of The Swan, Mill Lane, from 4pm to 8pm on Friday 6 December. There will be something for all ages with food, games, arts and crafts, a visit from Santa and more! Visit their website
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Braywick Leisure Centre will be running a group fitness lesson from 10am to 12pm on Saturday 7 December to raise funds for Alexander Devine Children's Hospice Service. For more information and to book visit their website
- Visit St Luke's Church Maidenhead’s Christmas Tree Festival from Friday 6 to Sunday 8 December. The church will be filled with real trees and twinkling lights, thoughtful decorations and a warm welcome. For more information call 01628 622733 or visit their website
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Friends of Windsor Parish Church are hosting a Coffee Morning from 10am on Saturday 7 December at St John the Baptist Church in High Street, Windsor. It will be followed by a concert by Ascot Music School from 11am to 12pm. Everyone is welcome for join for free (donations welcome)
Do you have an upcoming not-for-profit community event or appeal for volunteers you’d like us to share? Send a short summary including key dates and a link to communications@rbwm.gov.uk and it could be shared with more than 21,000 local residents.
To see further volunteering opportunities in the borough, or for another way for community organisations to promote volunteering opportunities, please visit RBWM Together
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Local travel updates
For details of further council works on highways, visit our website. For full local roadwork details, including work by utility firms, please visit the One Network website
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There will be a partial road closure from the junction of Lock Lane and Wessex Way in Maidenhead from midnight on 19 November to 10 December to carry out essential repairs
- There will be a road closure A330 Ascot Road from Holyport Road to Bartletts Lane, Holyport from 8pm Friday 6 December until 6am Monday 9 December to carry out culvert replacement
- There will be road closures for Maidenhead Lantern Parade from 4pm until 7pm Saturday 7 December affecting Queen Street, High Street, St. Mary’s Close, St. Ives Road, and Bridge Street, and from 4.30pm until 6.45pm on King Street, Broadway, Park Street, Nicholson’s Lane, Cullern’s Passage, High Town Road, Albert Street, Key’s Place
- A temporary road closure will be in place on St Luke’s Road from its junction with St. Peter's Road northwards for a distance of approximately 60 metres from 2pm to 8pm on Sunday 8 December to support the Old Windsor Parish Council Community Christmas event
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Cycleway improvements will continue on Holmanleaze (St Mary’s) until 14 March 2025 as part of our work to improve walking and cycling routes in the town centre
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