Horley Parish Council Meeting on Thurs 16th July 2026 at 7.30pm

A meeting of the Parish Council will be held in the Old Schoolrooms at:

 7.30 pm on Thursday 16th July 2026  

Notice of any items members of the public wished to be raised at the meeting should be sent at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to David M.Beck Clerk to Horley Parish Council – clerk@horleyparishcouncil.gov.uk. (Please note new email address.)

Agenda items:

  1. Apologies for absence   –  
  2. Declaration of Interests
  3. Minutes of the Meeting held on 16th April 2026
  4. Matters arising
  5. Finance
    • The reconciled bank statement to June 30th 2026
    •  – 2025/26 Budget Monitoring Report
    • The budget monitoring report to June 30th 2026
    •   – 2026/2027 Budget setting and Precept
  6. Relevant Correspondence received since last meeting
    • Planning Applications received since last meeting
    • Planning Permissions received since last meeting
    • Affordable Housing – Hornton Lane. Any updates
  7. Parking issues at Wroxton Lane
    • Update/current position 
  8. Proposed Solar Farm – top of Banbury Lane
    • Update/current position 
  9. Proposed Housing Development west side of Warwick Road
  10. Wroxton Motocross Site
    • Recent CDC meeting/update
  11.  Village intra communication
  12. Dates of next meeting   
    • Currently:
    •  16th July 2026
    •  15th October 2026
    • It is accepted extra meeting(s) may need to be called to discuss any outstanding matters when and if the situation was necessary.
  13. Any other urgent business
    • Speedwatch

School Governor needed for Bishop Carpenter Primary School

Katriona Jones writes:

I live in Horley and am a foundation governor at Bishop Carpenter School in North Newington. There are quite a few children from Horley who attend BCS and we are currently looking for new governors to join the team. 

Are you interested in making a true difference where it really matters? Our schools are stronger when they’re supported by people from all walks of life. I’m a governor at Bishop Carpenter School in North Newington school and we are looking for more volunteers to join our board.

You don’t need to be an expert or have a background in education – training and support are provided. You just need to be willing to ask questions, listen and help guide the school strategically. Being a school governor has helped me grow personally and professionally. I’ve developed skills in strategic thinking, finance, accountability and teamwork, all while supporting a school that I care a great deal about. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the impact you can have on pupils, staff and the wider community.

If this sounds interesting, please feel free to contact me or the Head Teacher, Nikki Stevenson to find out more.‘

Horley Nature Play Space Proposal


We’ve previously shared information about work that has start on exploring a new nature play space in Horley, following the creation of a dedicated subcommittee under Horley Parish Council. This is a reminder that if you haven’t done so already, please complete our quick survey to help us define the scope of the project and understand what features, benefits and priorities matter most to local residents. 

Hornton & District W.I. – next meeting on Thursday 2nd July 2026

Hornton & District Women’s Institute

Next Meeting: Thursday 2nd July 7.30 pm at the Methodist Chapel, Hornton.

Emma Hamer, President of the Hornton and District W.I. writes:

On Thursday 2nd July, the Women’s Institute Commonwealth Games will be taking place at Hornton Pavillion. This will be a warm up event for the major international multi-sport event held every four years, featuring thousands of elite athletes from the Commonwealth of Nations. Taking place from 23 July to 2 August in Glasgow that will be an 11-day celebration that combines world-class sport with a future-focused vision. There will be the same element of determination and competition at Hornton next Thursday, but the athletes might not be quite at the same skills level. Nonetheless, WI members will compete against each other in elite sports such as Aunt Sally, croquet and skittles. There will also be a glass of fizz to help keep the athletes hydrated, so do come along to take part or cheer on the competitors.  The fun starts at 7.30pm and new members are always welcome. The weather forecast is looking hot but by the evening, it should have cooled down so do come and join us.

Planning Application for houses on the Warwick Road – comments can still be made up to 12 June

The relevant page of the Cherwell Planning Portal is here (application number: 26/00781/OUT). 

Reminder: Horley Summer Fete – this Saturday (13th June)

Teas, home-made cakes, Pimm’s, Raffle

Games and activities for children (and adults!)

Plant stall, Ladies and Children’s clothes, Children’s toys and books

And a chance to try out ringing one of Horley’s church bells!

Donations of plants, ladies’ clothes and children’s toys and books are very welcome. Please drop items off at the School Hall on Tuesday between 7pm and 8pm or at the Church on Thursday or Friday – or email us at:  horleyladiesguild@gmail.com and we will arrange to collect.

Horley Nature Play Space Proposal


We’re excited to share that work has now formally started on exploring a new nature play space in Horley, following the creation of a dedicated subcommittee under Horley Parish Council. Please complete our quick survey to help us define the scope of the project and understand what features, benefits and priorities matter most to local residents. 

Cycle race coming through Horley on Sunday 17th May)

Look out for cyclists racing through the village on Sunday (17th May) in the Banbury Star Road Race.

The first race will be in the morning from 9:00am and the second race will be in the afternoon, starting from 1:00pm and finishing at approximately 3:30pm.

The races will take a 3 lap circuit, approaching the village from Hornton Lane before turning left into Banbury Lane. Where possible, please keep the road and junction clear.

Planning Application for houses on the Warwick Road – closing date for comments is tomorrow (15th May)

Reminder to post any comments about this planning application before the closing date:

Please be aware that Trinity College has submitted a planning application to build up to 200 dwellings on the western side of the Warwick Road on fields between Banbury and Horley. 

This proposed development is not included in the Cherwell Local Plan Review 2042 and is on a parcel of land which is part of the strategic gap intended to preserve the character of Banbury’s surrounding villages, including Horley. 

Details of this application, together with a form to comment on and track the application, can be found on the Cherwell Planning Portal here under the application number: 26/00781/OUT. The application deadline is 15 May 2026. It is important that all comments are sent directly to Cherwell District Council before the closing date.