27th April at 2pm Meet at Village Hall for Litter Pick and Village Green for Cycle Path Tidy Refreshments for volunteers served at the Village Hall from 4pm Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Equipment provided but wear suitable clothing. Involvement is at participants’ risk. It helps if we know in advance how many people are taking part, so please email Peter Pilbeam on pgp1@hermes.cam.ac.uk  Read More...

Are you a champion recycler? Then why not become a recycling champion? The Greater Cambridge Shared Waste Service, which SCDC share with Cambridge City Council, is looking for volunteers to help spread the word about recycling within the community. You don't need any experience or previous knowledge, you just need to believe that recycling is important, be friendly and approachable and be willing to convey your enthusiasm about helping the environment to others. Training will be provided. Come along and  Read More...

During May, Cambridgeshire County Council are relaunching their Stronger for Longer campaign. Find out more at www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/be-well/your-health-and-wellbeing/stay-stronger-for-longer/  As part of this, our Physical Activity Coordinator, Ellen Bridges, is offering free Stronger for Longer MOTs in Histon, Girton and Gamlingay. The sessions include simple tests such as sit to stands and sit and reaching for your toes. Other information, such as helping residents make their homes safer, will also be available. For more information about the sessions please visit www.scambs.gov.uk/sport-health-andwellbeing/keeping-you-healthy-in-later-life/  Contact:  Read More...

On Sunday 19 May, Parklife, SCDC's free family fun day in partnership with Cambridge Sport Lakes Trust returns to Milton Country Park. Every year, Parklife brings together thousands of people for free activities and entertainment. It’s a great chance to try something new and see what you could take further to help you lead a more active and healthier lifestyle. Activities are free of charge and returning favourites this year will be the mobile caving system, inflatable zorbs, archery, climbing  Read More...

The Community Chest will once again open at the beginning of April for the 2019/20 financial year where community groups, charities and voluntary sector organisations can apply for a share of £58,000. More information can be found on our website at www.scambs.gov.uk/communitychest Contact: Ryan Coetsee on ryan.coetsee@scambs.gov.uk or 01954 713 461  Read More...

A vacancy has arisen on the Parish Council following the resignation of David Mudd which we to hope to fill by co-option. If you would be interested in being considered for this opportunity, please can you write or email by 30th April with brief information about yourself and reasons for wishing to stand. NB: If more than one applicant comes forward there would be a vote amongst the existing Council members to fill the position. Parish Councillors are unpaid. Full  Read More...

PARISH of COTTENHAM NOTICE OF VACANCY IN THE OFFICE OF PARISH COUNCILLOR   NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to Section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 that a casual vacancy is deemed to have occurred in the office Councillor for the parish of Cottenham following the resignation on 4^th March 2019 of David Mudd. A by-election to fill the vacancy will be held if within 14 days (not counting a Saturday or Sunday, Christmas Eve, Christmas, Day, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, or Bank  Read More...