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Sirs, Marlborough has a tradition of giving place names to new developments in the town that have a historical and local significance. This avoids the bland names that can be chosen by the marketing departments of the developers. What name should be given to the development of the old Police Station site in George Lane …
Place Names of Marlborough – Letter from David ChandlerRead More
Sirs, People have been talking a lot about the Household recycling centres, some people do like the Covid enforced booking system and find it helpful, but mostly I hear people complaining. Therefore, I have asked some questions of the senior leadership at Wiltshire Council. First, the good news! From today there will be more bookable slots available in …
More slots made available at Marlborough Household Recyling CentreRead More
Sirs, It’s not only ducks, until recently there were always coots and moorhens on the river in Marlborough and raising young every year.The idea of otters killing ducks in the centre of Marlborough is laughable. Cooper’s Meadow is full of families, school children, bikes and dogs. Have ultra-shy otters suddenly become sociable and tame? Their …
Sirs, I have read the letter regarding lack of ducks in Coopers Meadow. I can assure people who are concerned that the ducks are still about. Once or twice a day about 12-18 ducks congregate by the bridge near Coopers Meadow, leading to George Lane. They are all female but look very healthy. Yours, Barbara …
Sirs, I don’t know about you during these strange times but I’ve been amazed by how well Priory Gardens are used by such a variety of people, different age groups and from different backgrounds. I was surprised by the number of young mums and toddlers enjoying the gardens. I must say I had no idea …
Priory Gardens bring enjoyment to diverse groups – letter from Sally WolfendenRead More
Sirs, I have just read Anna Forbes many reasons why the duck population inCoopers Meadow may have declined. I have to say that I would be moreinclined to agree with Mr Readers who was a much admired VeterinarySurgeon in the town explanation, suggestion that this crisis is morelikely to be of a man made variety. …
Ducks (or lack of) in Cooper’s Meadow – Letter from Marian Hannaford-DobsonRead More
Sirs, After months of depressing news of personal loss, tragedy, impacts of a declining economy, lost livelihoods and closure of businesses etc. it was wonderful to have two good news items in the local and national press. Rick Stein’s restaurant is saved due it seems to a generous landlord and to Rick Stein wanting to …
Sirs, I have just read Anna Forbes letter outlining numerous reasons why the duck population in Marlborough has declined. I think many of the reasons have not changed for many years and I also remember many ducks over 30+ years. There is I think another more likely reason and that is that in an attempt …
Sirs, In answer to our Mayors letter on 16th July, I would like to point out to your readers that his statement “was taken after consulting with local businesses” gives a very false impression of the number of businesses the council engaged with as despite my best efforts I have only found one who has …
Sirs, Each autumn, I would get my grandchildren to plant three conkers and three acorns in pots, water them and leave them. They invariably came up, strong and sturdy plants. We gave up when the children got too old and we ran out of friends to take them. One such acorn is now over 8ft …
Sirs, Like other towns and villages, Marlborough is waking up after a long lockdown and its Town Council continues to work towards keeping its residents and visitors safe as well trying to help its shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants get back on their feet. The decision taken at our last Full Council meeting to support …
Free Parking removal – Update letter from the MayorRead More
Sirs, I write in response to the excellent letter from Nick Maurice regarding a tree planting strategy. We are all aware of the current threats to the environment and future wellbeing posed by climate change and the importance of tree planting as a contribution to mitigating this alongside reductions in carbon emissions. In addition to …
A Tree for everyone – COVID Copses – Letter from Ian MellorRead More
