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Great & Little Kimble cum Marsh Parish Council

Great & Little Kimble cum Marsh Parish is set in the beautiful Vale of Aylesbury at the foot of The Chiltern Hills in Buckinghamshire.

Each and everyone of our councillors welcome you to our rural parish. We are situated on the northern edge of the Wycombe District, with rich lower farm land to the North rising into part of the magnificent Chiltern Hills to the South.

The 394 homes are well spread across 1,212 hectares. The main settlements are Smoky Row, Clanking, Marsh, Kimblewick, Little Kimble and Great Kimble.

The southern part of the parish is within the Chilterns Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The Green Belt – an area representing nearly 25% of the parish. The rest is most attractive too, and we strive to keep it that way.

The National Trust owns the land around Pulpit Hill. There is a network of public footpaths and bridleways from which to explore the varied countryside within the parish.

The population is growing, with many young families now taking the numbers to just over 1,000 (988 in the 2001 Census).

Latest Parish News

Heat Alerts - impact on collections and health 12/08/25

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August 2025

Heat Alerts - impact on collections and health 12/08/25

Due to the anticipated hot weather and our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our collection crews, all waste and recycling collections will commence earlier, from 6:00am on Tuesday 12 August. Please can all residents with scheduled collections leave their bins out the night before or by no later than 6am. We will not be able to return for any bins which are not presented for collection. We thank you in advance.

Upgraded AMBER Heat-Health Alert for the South East including Buckinghamshire

The Yellow heat health alert starts at Midday today, continues through the night, and then is upgraded to an amber heat health alert from 9AM on 12/08/2025 until 6PM on 13/08/2025 across the South East including Buckinghamshire. The amber alert has a matrix score of 12.

Significant impacts are likely across health and social care services due to the high temperatures, including:

a rise in deaths, particularly among those aged 65 and over or with health conditions. There may also be impacts on younger age groups
likely increased demand on all health and social care services
internal temperatures in care settings (hospitals and care homes) may exceed the recommended threshold for clinical risk assessment
the heat affecting the ability of the workforce to deliver services
indoor environments overheating increasing the risk to vulnerable people living independently in community and care settings
issues managing medicines
staffing issues due to external factors (for example, affecting transport)
increased demand for power exceeding capacity
other sectors starting to observe impacts (for example, travel delays)
General guidance for individuals is available on the Beat the heat: advice for hot weather - GOV.UK website

If you require any more information or guidance, then please reach out to the council Public Health team Public Health Mailboxpublichealth@buckinghamshire.gov.uk

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July 2025

Buckinghamshire Council rolls out summer support for families

This summer, Buckinghamshire Council is once again offering a range of support for eligible families to help children stay active, engaged and well-fed during the school holidays.

The popular Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is returning with a wide variety of free, fun-filled holiday clubs and activities for children and young people from Reception to Year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals. Funded by the Department for Education, the HAF programme also includes a healthy meal with every session, helping to ensure children are fuelled for a day of fun and learning.

From sports and outdoor adventures to creative arts and cookery, there’s something for everyone, with sessions running across dozens of venues throughout Buckinghamshire. Families can book up to 16 sessions over the summer period using a HAF voucher, which will be sent via email or text message from HolidayActivities.com.

In addition to the HAF programme, the council is also providing £50 digital food vouchers to eligible families to help with grocery costs over the summer holidays. Funded by the Department for Work and Pensions through the Household Support Fund, these vouchers are sent via schools or early years settings and can be used at most major supermarkets.

Ade Osibogun, Buckinghamshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Children’s Services and Education, said:

“We know that school holidays can bring extra challenges for families, particularly when it comes to keeping children active, engaged, and well-nourished without the structure and support that term time provides. That’s why we’re proud to once again offer the HAF programme, alongside our food voucher scheme, to support families across Buckinghamshire.

“These initiatives are about more than just meals and activities—they’re about giving every child the opportunity to thrive, learn new skills, and enjoy their summer in a safe and supportive environment. We’re committed to ensuring that no child is left behind, and that every family feels supported during the school break.”

Steve Bowles, Cabinet Member for Communities at Buckinghamshire Council, added:
“We understand that the summer holidays can place additional financial pressure on families, especially when it comes to putting food on the table. That’s why we’re pleased to be offering digital food vouchers once again this year. These vouchers provide practical support to help ease the burden and ensure that children across Buckinghamshire have access to nutritious meals throughout the break.”

For more information on the HAF programme and how to book, visit the Buckinghamshire HAF webpage. To learn more about the food voucher scheme, visit the Free Food Vouchers page