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Please Follow Official Advice
Updated Government information about what is allowed (updated on June 4th 2020) is available here
On Wednesday June 3rd, Elmbridge Borough Council published this up-to-date information for residents and businesses.
Please scroll down this page for the latest local information.
Updated Government information about what is allowed (updated on June 4th 2020) is available here
On Wednesday June 3rd, Elmbridge Borough Council published this up-to-date information for residents and businesses.
Please scroll down this page for the latest local information.
Are You Ready For The Shops To Re-open?
How do you feel about getting ready to shop in the High Street, The Heart, Bridge Street, Church Road, New Zealand Avenue, Terrace Road, Halfway and everywhere else in Walton and other local town centres? Please take a couple of minutes to give us your views. in this Elmbridge survey.
How do you feel about getting ready to shop in the High Street, The Heart, Bridge Street, Church Road, New Zealand Avenue, Terrace Road, Halfway and everywhere else in Walton and other local town centres? Please take a couple of minutes to give us your views. in this Elmbridge survey.
Extra Support For Independent Businesses
Elmbridge Borough Council is offering a range of financial support for independent businesses preparing to re-open. These include help to implement social distancing measures and implement online sales. Details are here.
Elmbridge Borough Council is offering a range of financial support for independent businesses preparing to re-open. These include help to implement social distancing measures and implement online sales. Details are here.
. Recycling Centres Accept Extended Range of Materials from June 1st
Surrey County Council has re-opened its recycling centres. There are new rules about social distancing, the number of people per vehicle, packaging of materials, type of materials permitted and the type of vehicles that will be allowed to enter. Please read the information about the centre that you plan to use. Nearest centres to Walton are Shepperton, Epsom, Chertsey. Also be prepared for a long queue!
Surrey County Council has re-opened its recycling centres. There are new rules about social distancing, the number of people per vehicle, packaging of materials, type of materials permitted and the type of vehicles that will be allowed to enter. Please read the information about the centre that you plan to use. Nearest centres to Walton are Shepperton, Epsom, Chertsey. Also be prepared for a long queue!
Homebase Site Planning Application - WoTTA Has Filed Its Opposition
. A planning application has been submitted by Guild Living in respect of the site currently occupied by Homebase in New Zealand Avenue, Walton-on-Thames (including the car park) . The proposal is for a 'development comprising 222 units of care accommodation with associated communal facilities, landscaping, parking, accesses (vehicular and pedestrian), public realm, bicycle stores and sub-station following demolition of existing buildings'.
This is a very important site in the centre of Walton-on-Thames. WoTTA encourages residents and business owners to view the planning application and supporting documents. The application reference is 2020/0832
The deadline for comments was Friday June 5th 2020.. By that time, 153 objections had been filed alongside 6 supporters and 6 people who sumitted a comment.
On May 27th, WoTTA filed its opposition to the planning application. Read the letter below.
. A planning application has been submitted by Guild Living in respect of the site currently occupied by Homebase in New Zealand Avenue, Walton-on-Thames (including the car park) . The proposal is for a 'development comprising 222 units of care accommodation with associated communal facilities, landscaping, parking, accesses (vehicular and pedestrian), public realm, bicycle stores and sub-station following demolition of existing buildings'.
This is a very important site in the centre of Walton-on-Thames. WoTTA encourages residents and business owners to view the planning application and supporting documents. The application reference is 2020/0832
The deadline for comments was Friday June 5th 2020.. By that time, 153 objections had been filed alongside 6 supporters and 6 people who sumitted a comment.
On May 27th, WoTTA filed its opposition to the planning application. Read the letter below.
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Walton Businesses Are Starting to Re-open
Thank you to all the businesses that continued to open during the lockdown to serve the essential needs of the community.
Every day, we notice that more retailers and other outlets are opening, sometimes with a change of hours and service offering. Restaurants are starting to re-open offering take-away or delivery service.
WoTTA encourages all residents to support our local traders..
Thank you to all the businesses that continued to open during the lockdown to serve the essential needs of the community.
Every day, we notice that more retailers and other outlets are opening, sometimes with a change of hours and service offering. Restaurants are starting to re-open offering take-away or delivery service.
WoTTA encourages all residents to support our local traders..
PPE Supply Company Opens in Walton-on-Thames.
There's a new name on Walton High Street. Logistical Supplies sell PPE, cleansing and regulatory equipment. The address is 67, High Street.
There's a new name on Walton High Street. Logistical Supplies sell PPE, cleansing and regulatory equipment. The address is 67, High Street.
Cowey Sale Cafe Opens With New Tenants
There's a new name in Walton - Wilde Brunch Cafe has opened at Cowey Sale.. Take-away only and under social distancing rules for service
There's a new name in Walton - Wilde Brunch Cafe has opened at Cowey Sale.. Take-away only and under social distancing rules for service
New Secondary School Approved for Walton-on-Thames.
The Planning Committee of Elmbridge Borough Council has approved an application to build a new secondary school in Walton-on-Thames. The committee, which met on June 3rd via video conference, passed the application by 9 votes to 7 with one abstention.
The school, which will have 900 students, is to be built on land north-east of Waterside Drive. As the land is currently green belt, the final decision is up to the Secretary of State..
More details are in the planning application.
The Planning Committee of Elmbridge Borough Council has approved an application to build a new secondary school in Walton-on-Thames. The committee, which met on June 3rd via video conference, passed the application by 9 votes to 7 with one abstention.
The school, which will have 900 students, is to be built on land north-east of Waterside Drive. As the land is currently green belt, the final decision is up to the Secretary of State..
More details are in the planning application.
WoTTA Is Helping People In Isolation
We've had a great response from the public, with 42 people so far signing up as local volunteers. We've recently linked with the Surrey and Elmbridge Volunteer groups who are now also passing people in need our way. We pair them up with a volunteer who commits to keep in touch with them, checking in and helping with their needs. So far, the majority of people we've helped have been over 80, needing help with shopping or prescription collection. If there's a greater need we're also connected with local community groups, such as Home Instead, who can provide further support.
The key is being able to reach everyone, not leaving anyone isolated and alone. Thank you to everyone who's volunteered so far. If you'd like to join us, or know someone who needs help, please fill in this form.
We've had a great response from the public, with 42 people so far signing up as local volunteers. We've recently linked with the Surrey and Elmbridge Volunteer groups who are now also passing people in need our way. We pair them up with a volunteer who commits to keep in touch with them, checking in and helping with their needs. So far, the majority of people we've helped have been over 80, needing help with shopping or prescription collection. If there's a greater need we're also connected with local community groups, such as Home Instead, who can provide further support.
The key is being able to reach everyone, not leaving anyone isolated and alone. Thank you to everyone who's volunteered so far. If you'd like to join us, or know someone who needs help, please fill in this form.
Updated Supermarket Opening Hours
Recent increased demand has caused some supermarkets to change opening hours and offer special time slots to elderly people and NHS workers. All supermarkets and shops are practising social distancing.
Here is the situation:
.Sainsburys : Weekdays Open 8am-8pm. 8am-9am for elderly and vulnerable customers on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Open Mon-Sat 7.30am - 8 am for NHS and social care workers.
M & S Food:: Weekdays Open 8am - 9pm 8am - 9am for NHS workers on Tuesday and Friday and for elderly and vulnerable on Monday and Thursday.
Waitrose : Weekdays 8am - 9pm (8pm on Saturday) First hour of each day for Elderly and vulnerable customers. One shopper per household.
Tesco: Weekdays 6am - 10pm. 9am-10am for elderly and vulnerable on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. NHS access 10am-11am Sunday, 9am-10am Tuesday and Thursday
Lidl: Weekdays 8am - 8pm
Aldi: Weekdays 8am - 8pm Open at 9.30am on Sunday for NHS workers
Asda Weekdays 8am 8pm Priority for NHS workers 8am - 9am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Morrisons: Weekdays 7am - 8pm. NHS staff have access 6am-7am Monday - Saturday
Sunday hours as normal. Most supermarkets operate a one person per family and social distancing system..
Recent increased demand has caused some supermarkets to change opening hours and offer special time slots to elderly people and NHS workers. All supermarkets and shops are practising social distancing.
Here is the situation:
.Sainsburys : Weekdays Open 8am-8pm. 8am-9am for elderly and vulnerable customers on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Open Mon-Sat 7.30am - 8 am for NHS and social care workers.
M & S Food:: Weekdays Open 8am - 9pm 8am - 9am for NHS workers on Tuesday and Friday and for elderly and vulnerable on Monday and Thursday.
Waitrose : Weekdays 8am - 9pm (8pm on Saturday) First hour of each day for Elderly and vulnerable customers. One shopper per household.
Tesco: Weekdays 6am - 10pm. 9am-10am for elderly and vulnerable on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. NHS access 10am-11am Sunday, 9am-10am Tuesday and Thursday
Lidl: Weekdays 8am - 8pm
Aldi: Weekdays 8am - 8pm Open at 9.30am on Sunday for NHS workers
Asda Weekdays 8am 8pm Priority for NHS workers 8am - 9am on Monday, Wednesday and Friday
Morrisons: Weekdays 7am - 8pm. NHS staff have access 6am-7am Monday - Saturday
Sunday hours as normal. Most supermarkets operate a one person per family and social distancing system..
Sunken Narrow Boat Removed From River Thames
The Environment Agency is working to get river traffic on the move. Many locks and stretches of river are now open. On Saturday June 6th, a specialist team from the Environment Agency and its contractors refloated a sunken narrow boat that was obstructing the main channel upstream from Sunbury Lock.
Up-to-date information on the status of River Thames navigation is here.
The Environment Agency is working to get river traffic on the move. Many locks and stretches of river are now open. On Saturday June 6th, a specialist team from the Environment Agency and its contractors refloated a sunken narrow boat that was obstructing the main channel upstream from Sunbury Lock.
Up-to-date information on the status of River Thames navigation is here.
The tug towed the narrow boat, still supported by airbags, to a boatyard in Sunbury..
Walton Matters - June 2020
Please take a few minutes to read your local magazine - this month published only in digital format. Distribution is not possible due to the current lockdown.
WoTTA has contributed to this month's edition.
Read the June Edition here.
Please take a few minutes to read your local magazine - this month published only in digital format. Distribution is not possible due to the current lockdown.
WoTTA has contributed to this month's edition.
Read the June Edition here.
Annual Swan Upping Cancelled
The annual census of swans on the River Thames, a royal tradition since the 12th century known as Swan Upping, will not take place in 2020. Social distance regulations prevent the census being carried out. It had been planned for week commencing July 20th. The stretch of the River Thames at Walton is part of the river on which swans are counted and examined. Full details are here.
The annual census of swans on the River Thames, a royal tradition since the 12th century known as Swan Upping, will not take place in 2020. Social distance regulations prevent the census being carried out. It had been planned for week commencing July 20th. The stretch of the River Thames at Walton is part of the river on which swans are counted and examined. Full details are here.
Ride London 2020 Cancelled Due To Coronavirus Crisis
On Wednesday May 20th, the organisers of Ride London 2020 confirmed that the event scheduled for August 16th/17th 2020 has been cancelled. More details are here. The event was planned to pass through parts of Surrey including Walton-on-Thames.
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On Wednesday May 20th, the organisers of Ride London 2020 confirmed that the event scheduled for August 16th/17th 2020 has been cancelled. More details are here. The event was planned to pass through parts of Surrey including Walton-on-Thames.
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Off-Street Car Parks - Park at No Charge
Elmbridge Borough Council has relaxed the rules about off-street parking. For the forseeable future, all off- street car parks operated by Elmbridge Borough Council will be free of charge. The official information is here.
The car park at the Heart Centre is also free to use
Elmbridge Borough Council has relaxed the rules about off-street parking. For the forseeable future, all off- street car parks operated by Elmbridge Borough Council will be free of charge. The official information is here.
The car park at the Heart Centre is also free to use
Walton in Spring.
Our photographer has captured some scenes of the town centre and the River Thames in Spring.
On March 26th, our WoTTA volunteerrs added pre-ordered geraniums and grasses to the 14 planters around the town. This was made possibe though funding from Elmbridge Borough Council's Greenspaces scheme. Our volunteers received special dispensation to carry out the planting during the lockdown!
Our web manager took the River Thames pictures on his daily exercise walk.
Launch of Walton's Business Improvement District Paused
The effect of the coronavirus pandemic has caused the Walton BID Task Group to pause launch activities. On Monday March 23rd they issued this statement:
'The Walton BID Task Group were incredibly grateful to get the enthusiastic backing of businesses to establish a BID at the ballot announced on the 13th March..
With our high streets and businesses under increasing pressure due to the COVID 19 emergency the Walton BID has decided to pause and delay the launch of the business improvement district.
Following the YES vote the BID Regulations allow up to a year to commence the BID so we will keep the launch date under review over the next few months.
Businesses are going to require all the sort of support a BID may provide when the time comes but for now we need to deal with the immediate challenges.
There are a range of measures that have been announced to try and ease the burden for businesses and we will endeavour to keep you updated on this. Please visit our website to get more information or check out the latest guidance for employers, businesses and employees via:
The effect of the coronavirus pandemic has caused the Walton BID Task Group to pause launch activities. On Monday March 23rd they issued this statement:
'The Walton BID Task Group were incredibly grateful to get the enthusiastic backing of businesses to establish a BID at the ballot announced on the 13th March..
With our high streets and businesses under increasing pressure due to the COVID 19 emergency the Walton BID has decided to pause and delay the launch of the business improvement district.
Following the YES vote the BID Regulations allow up to a year to commence the BID so we will keep the launch date under review over the next few months.
Businesses are going to require all the sort of support a BID may provide when the time comes but for now we need to deal with the immediate challenges.
There are a range of measures that have been announced to try and ease the burden for businesses and we will endeavour to keep you updated on this. Please visit our website to get more information or check out the latest guidance for employers, businesses and employees via:
Accidents on the Thames - River Closed to Through Traffic
In early March, an out-of-control narrow boat became submerged by the Weir Hotel. A rescue attempt was unsuccessful and the boat sunk. It remains submerged until workers from the Environment Agency are able to clear it after the Coronavirus lockdown is lifted.
On May 3rd, a second boat became stranded (fire service rescue) after it ignored warnings and attempted to pass the sunken boat! The second boat (floating) was removed after a couple of days. However the River Thames remains closed to navigation above Sunbury lock.
Check out river conditions and navigation warnings here. Walton is in the 'Shepperton Lock to Sunbury Lock' section.
In early March, an out-of-control narrow boat became submerged by the Weir Hotel. A rescue attempt was unsuccessful and the boat sunk. It remains submerged until workers from the Environment Agency are able to clear it after the Coronavirus lockdown is lifted.
On May 3rd, a second boat became stranded (fire service rescue) after it ignored warnings and attempted to pass the sunken boat! The second boat (floating) was removed after a couple of days. However the River Thames remains closed to navigation above Sunbury lock.
Check out river conditions and navigation warnings here. Walton is in the 'Shepperton Lock to Sunbury Lock' section.
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Council Encourages Independent Retailers to Improve Their Online Shop Window
Independent retailers located in Elmbridge can apply for a grant to help improve their online shop window. Having both a physical presence in our town centre and an online facility is in the interest of most businesses. How about a grant of up to £2,000 to improve your business? The Elmbridge Digital High Street Fund could help you. Details of how to apply are on this page of the Elmbridge Borough Council website. |
Council Grant Available To Improve Local Businesses
Businesses can apply for a grant to improve aspects of their business such as shop fronts and signage, promotions and marketing initiatives. Details are here.
Businesses can apply for a grant to improve aspects of their business such as shop fronts and signage, promotions and marketing initiatives. Details are here.
Community Action to Support Reduction in Anti-Social Behaviour
Residents and business owners are asked to support a joint WoTTA/Surrey Police initiative to reduce the number of anti-social behaviour incidents in Walton town centre. If you see anti-social behaviour such as cycling on the pavement, or youths 'sniffing substances' , please don't ignore it. We need to gather information to provide firm evidence to Police. Details of how to report such incidents are here.. Thank you for your support.
Residents and business owners are asked to support a joint WoTTA/Surrey Police initiative to reduce the number of anti-social behaviour incidents in Walton town centre. If you see anti-social behaviour such as cycling on the pavement, or youths 'sniffing substances' , please don't ignore it. We need to gather information to provide firm evidence to Police. Details of how to report such incidents are here.. Thank you for your support.
WoTTA Community Clean-Up
20 Volunteers made a great difference to the centre of Walton with just an hour of intensive litter picking. This was WoTTA's first Community Clean-Up of 2020.
After a safety briefing outside the Heart Centre in the High Street, volunteers spread out to collect litter from town centre streets. In just an hour, they returned with over 15 bags of rubbish including hundreds of cigarette ends, plenty of paper and packaging, a large plastic can and a kitchen knife.
Their reward was a well-earned tea/coffee courtesy of WoTTA's supporters McDonalds.
Further town centre clean-ups are planned for May and September. Why not become a WoTTA volunteer?
20 Volunteers made a great difference to the centre of Walton with just an hour of intensive litter picking. This was WoTTA's first Community Clean-Up of 2020.
After a safety briefing outside the Heart Centre in the High Street, volunteers spread out to collect litter from town centre streets. In just an hour, they returned with over 15 bags of rubbish including hundreds of cigarette ends, plenty of paper and packaging, a large plastic can and a kitchen knife.
Their reward was a well-earned tea/coffee courtesy of WoTTA's supporters McDonalds.
Further town centre clean-ups are planned for May and September. Why not become a WoTTA volunteer?
WoTTA Has Installed New Totems At Walton-on-Thames Station
Passengers arriving at Walton-on-Thames railway station can now find a map and other useful information about Walton as they exit both platforms of the station. Walton on Thames Trading Alliance (WoTTA) has been responsible for arranging the installation. There are also several totems at key points in the town centre.,
Passengers arriving at Walton-on-Thames railway station can now find a map and other useful information about Walton as they exit both platforms of the station. Walton on Thames Trading Alliance (WoTTA) has been responsible for arranging the installation. There are also several totems at key points in the town centre.,
New Businesses and Changes in Walton Town Centre
WoTTA has been pleased to welcome these additions and changes to our town centre since mid-2019:
WoTTA has been pleased to welcome these additions and changes to our town centre since mid-2019:
- The Surrey Coffee Company has opened in New Zealand Avenue
- Carpetright has relocated to a new shop in The Heart
- Top Gift, specialising in smart phone accessories and sorting out problems with smart phones and tablets has opened in the Heart
- Surrey Home & Gifts has opened in the Heart
- The Boathouse on the River Thames towpath east of Walton Bridge offers coffee and light refreshments
Festival of Light 2019
Thank you to the thousands of people who supported out Festival of Light on Saturday November 23rd. Crowds, 10 deep in some places,braved the rain to enjoy a spectacular parade. Thank you to all the participants, stall holders and volunteers who made the day so successful.
A gallery of pictures from the day is now available.
Congratulations to Princess Alice Furniture Shop, winners of the Best Dressed Christmas window.
Thank you to the thousands of people who supported out Festival of Light on Saturday November 23rd. Crowds, 10 deep in some places,braved the rain to enjoy a spectacular parade. Thank you to all the participants, stall holders and volunteers who made the day so successful.
A gallery of pictures from the day is now available.
Congratulations to Princess Alice Furniture Shop, winners of the Best Dressed Christmas window.
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WoTTA is now a member of Surrey Chambers of Commerce
Walton-on-Thames Trading Alliance (WoTTA) is now a member of Surrey Chambers of Commerce. |
Remembrance Day - Sunday November 10th
Well over 2,000 people joined together for this special annual event. There;'s a report and pictures on our Remembrance Day 2019 page..
Well over 2,000 people joined together for this special annual event. There;'s a report and pictures on our Remembrance Day 2019 page..
WoTTA Awarded Grant For Play Equipment
WoTTA is pleased to announce that its application for funding from Elmbridge Community Infrastructure Levy was successful. Details of our plans are here.
WoTTA is pleased to announce that its application for funding from Elmbridge Community Infrastructure Levy was successful. Details of our plans are here.
Hotel Confirmed For Walton Town Centre
The owners of the building occupied by Marks and Spencer in Church Street have announced that former offices on the upper floors which are being converted into an hotel will be a Travelodge with 72 rooms scheduled to open in mid-2020. Read more here.
The owners of the building occupied by Marks and Spencer in Church Street have announced that former offices on the upper floors which are being converted into an hotel will be a Travelodge with 72 rooms scheduled to open in mid-2020. Read more here.
Walton-in-Flower
Have you noticed changes in the appearance of High Street and Terrace Road? Our Walton-in-Flower page has all the details.
WoTTA will soon meet representatives of South Western Railway to discuss how the appearance of the station can be improved and also the management of litter in the area around the station. Details of our dream for Walton-on-Thames railway station are at the bottom of this page.
Have you noticed changes in the appearance of High Street and Terrace Road? Our Walton-in-Flower page has all the details.
WoTTA will soon meet representatives of South Western Railway to discuss how the appearance of the station can be improved and also the management of litter in the area around the station. Details of our dream for Walton-on-Thames railway station are at the bottom of this page.
Heritage Day - Saturday 21st September
Walton-on-Thames held its Heritage Day in several locations around the town. The crowds came out - a particularly popular event was the first Duckathon held at Walton Wharf. Read more and see pictures here...
Walton-on-Thames held its Heritage Day in several locations around the town. The crowds came out - a particularly popular event was the first Duckathon held at Walton Wharf. Read more and see pictures here...
CIL Funding Phase 3 - Ashley Park Play Equipment
Having been successful with the previous two applications, we've now applied for significantly more money to put play equipment into our town centre park - Ashley Park! Did you know lots of residents we talk to don't even know the park is there? We're hoping this equipment - including a large wooden climbing boat near the park entrance on New Zealand Avenue - will not only give our young residents lots of fun but also help people notice the park's there! Read more...
Having been successful with the previous two applications, we've now applied for significantly more money to put play equipment into our town centre park - Ashley Park! Did you know lots of residents we talk to don't even know the park is there? We're hoping this equipment - including a large wooden climbing boat near the park entrance on New Zealand Avenue - will not only give our young residents lots of fun but also help people notice the park's there! Read more...
CIL Funding Phase 2 - Banners, Planters, Totems & Flags
WoTTA has been involved in a lengthy process to get some CIL money to enhance the town. We had to pitch our bid to local Councillors at EBC - and got all we asked for! Read more...
WoTTA has been involved in a lengthy process to get some CIL money to enhance the town. We had to pitch our bid to local Councillors at EBC - and got all we asked for! Read more...
Walton High Street
WoTTA was delighted to be invited along to the Civic Centre to meet with the EBC Local Committee and SCC Highways to represent the businesses in Walton. We discussed the current situation in regard to zebra crossings, pavements, parking and closures of the High Street. The result of the discussion was that SCC will now do a feasibility study looking at:- increasing pedestrian safety crossing the street, traffic slowing measures, and increasing the amount of short-term, on-street parking available. WoTTA would also love something in place to allow us to close the High Street for events more easily. We'll keep you updated on what happens next!
WoTTA was delighted to be invited along to the Civic Centre to meet with the EBC Local Committee and SCC Highways to represent the businesses in Walton. We discussed the current situation in regard to zebra crossings, pavements, parking and closures of the High Street. The result of the discussion was that SCC will now do a feasibility study looking at:- increasing pedestrian safety crossing the street, traffic slowing measures, and increasing the amount of short-term, on-street parking available. WoTTA would also love something in place to allow us to close the High Street for events more easily. We'll keep you updated on what happens next!
Public Space Protection Order
The PSPO came into effect in Feb 2018. It's due to end soon, unless we get an extension. Read more...
The PSPO came into effect in Feb 2018. It's due to end soon, unless we get an extension. Read more...
CIL Funding Application
WoTTA has applied for funding from EBC CIL Fund to augment the work we've already undertaken to improve the look of Walton. This would include the remaining funding needed to get flags for the High Street, already partly funded by a successful WoTTA run Crowdfunding Campaign. Read more...
WoTTA has applied for funding from EBC CIL Fund to augment the work we've already undertaken to improve the look of Walton. This would include the remaining funding needed to get flags for the High Street, already partly funded by a successful WoTTA run Crowdfunding Campaign. Read more...
Walton-in-Flower
We're launching this initiative in our town and have got some updates on what we've done so far. If you'd like to get involved, either via sponsorship or joining the group working with the flowers, get in touch.
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We're launching this initiative in our town and have got some updates on what we've done so far. If you'd like to get involved, either via sponsorship or joining the group working with the flowers, get in touch.
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Walton Trail!
As we announced earlier in the year, the hard copy Walton Trail is now complete. At the printers and going into our new Totem signage when it arrives on the 24th, we hope it's a great addition to the town. The online version is now completed too, so you can find out loads of detailed information. By the way, have you taken the QUIZ yet to see how much you know about Walton??
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As we announced earlier in the year, the hard copy Walton Trail is now complete. At the printers and going into our new Totem signage when it arrives on the 24th, we hope it's a great addition to the town. The online version is now completed too, so you can find out loads of detailed information. By the way, have you taken the QUIZ yet to see how much you know about Walton??
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Chatterbus
WoTTA met with Brian Creese from Walton Charity who is managing a feasibility study to see if a Walton version of the Cobham Chatterbus would work. As part of that study, he's looking for input about what potential routes to consider. If you have any suggestions, please get in touch and pass on your thoughts.
WoTTA met with Brian Creese from Walton Charity who is managing a feasibility study to see if a Walton version of the Cobham Chatterbus would work. As part of that study, he's looking for input about what potential routes to consider. If you have any suggestions, please get in touch and pass on your thoughts.
Changes to WoTTA Committee
New Director for Marketing & PR
We are delighted to welcome Tracey Blandford - who has been working with WoTTA extensively for over a year as a volunteer on the Steering Committee - to the role of Director. She is a fabulous member of the team and works tirelessly and with great enthusiasm towards making Walton a better place to live and work. She will be officially inaugurated at the next AGM.
New Member of the WoTTA Steering Committee - Business Specialist
WoTTA are delighted to announce that Richard Meade - former Manger of Sainsburys Walton and with extensive retail experience over a long career - has joined our Steering Committee! He has assumed responsibility for developing our Business Plan and balancing the business side of our efforts for the town. He's very welcome, as up until now we have been concentrating on the community side of things - bringing back the Festival of Light, connecting with local schools, sports clubs, churches & charities, launching Walton-in-Bloom, reducing Anti-Social Behaviour, etc.
We have focused on these areas because we are all volunteers and can only work within the time-constraints and strengths that our volunteers have. Richard - with his business hat on - has come along at a time when focusing on the business side is more and more pressing with the current climate of on-line, at-home shopping putting pressure on High Streets up and down the country, including Walton. So we're delighted!
New Director for Marketing & PR
We are delighted to welcome Tracey Blandford - who has been working with WoTTA extensively for over a year as a volunteer on the Steering Committee - to the role of Director. She is a fabulous member of the team and works tirelessly and with great enthusiasm towards making Walton a better place to live and work. She will be officially inaugurated at the next AGM.
New Member of the WoTTA Steering Committee - Business Specialist
WoTTA are delighted to announce that Richard Meade - former Manger of Sainsburys Walton and with extensive retail experience over a long career - has joined our Steering Committee! He has assumed responsibility for developing our Business Plan and balancing the business side of our efforts for the town. He's very welcome, as up until now we have been concentrating on the community side of things - bringing back the Festival of Light, connecting with local schools, sports clubs, churches & charities, launching Walton-in-Bloom, reducing Anti-Social Behaviour, etc.
We have focused on these areas because we are all volunteers and can only work within the time-constraints and strengths that our volunteers have. Richard - with his business hat on - has come along at a time when focusing on the business side is more and more pressing with the current climate of on-line, at-home shopping putting pressure on High Streets up and down the country, including Walton. So we're delighted!
Opportunities for Young People in Walton
WoTTA has been working right across the spectrum of local community clubs, businesses and government organisations to try and provide opportunities to young people in our town.
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WoTTA has been working right across the spectrum of local community clubs, businesses and government organisations to try and provide opportunities to young people in our town.
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