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February half term play event

Published: 23 Jan 25

Book a place at the play event we are hosting on 19 February for children up to the age of 12. Click on this link - https://eequ.org/experience/11122 Read More...

Annual Community Safety Survey 2024

Published: 13 Dec 24

Take part in the MKCC Community Safety Survey so share your thoughts on crime concerns. The survey is here: https://forms.office.com/e/RSQ1Qp1Hev Read More...

Christmas Tree

Published: 6 Dec 24

Our Coffee Morning members (who meet every Friday at the Church of the Holy Cross from 10am until 1pm) have been busy making decorations for the tree in the foyer of the Church - it looks super! Read More...

Thanks to David Simpson

Published: 6 Dec 24

Cllr Anne Vine presented previous Parish Council Chair, David Simpson, with an award today to commemorate his long service to the Parish Council. Thank you for all your hard work on behalf of Two Mile Ash residents. Read More...

New Festive Lights for Two Mile Ash

Published: 29 Nov 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council has funded extra lights this year to illuminate The High Street through the festive season. The lights will be switched on at 3pm on Monday ready for when the children leave school. We hope all the residents of Two Mile Ash enjoy them! Read More...

Change of Parish Council Meeting Date

Published: 11 Nov 24

Due to the meeting room being unavailable on the second Thursday of the month due to a by-election in November, the Parish Council will now be meeting on an alternative date - Wednesday 20 November at 7.30pm at the Holy Cross Church. Read More...

Tulip planting!

Published: 11 Nov 24

Last week the Parish Council's contractors planted nearly 10,000 tulip bulbs throughout the Two Mile Ash estate. Thank you also to all the individuals involved in planting a further 500 tulip bulbs in the Community Garden. We cannot wait for them all to bloom in the Spring! Read More...

Fireworks Night

Published: 4 Nov 24

It is unlawful to set off fireworks in a public place e.g. such as a street or park. Thames Valley Police will be patrolling Two Mile Ash, including the main park area, on Tuesday evening. If residents become aware that fireworks are being set off in this or similar locations, TVP advise that 999 is only used if there is an immediate threat or risk of harm to individuals. Otherwise, call 101 or fill out the online reporting form on the TVP website. Read More...

Operation Darknight

Published: 25 Oct 24

As the darker nights draw in, Thames Valley Police Milton Keynes have launched Operation Darknight. This operation will focus on combatting burglaries throughout Milton Keynes during the darker winter months and targeting those offenders who often prey on the most vulnerable members of our community. This initiative is being led by Detectives from our Priority Crime Team, with support from other agencies including the Community Safety Team. For further information, please visit Secure Your Home - Keep Burglars Out (thamesvalley.police.uk) which has some very helpful advice. Read More...

October half term play event

Published: 18 Oct 24

We are holding a play event at the Church of the Holy Cross on Wednesday 30 October from 10am to 12 midday - pre-book at MKPA.co.uk/events/category/play/ It's free and suitable up to the ages of 12. We look forward to seeing you there! Read More...

Grant Making Policy

Published: 11 Oct 24

The Parish Council has powers make grants to certain groups and organisations provided they fulfil certain criteria. Visit our Policies page to see whether it applies to your organisation. If you are unsure please contact the Clerk at clerk@abbeyhillparishcouncil.gov.uk Read More...

Community Forum

Published: 2 Oct 24

There will be a Community Forum held on 17th October at 7pm at Stacey Bushes Meeting Place, what3words ///trustees.custodial.basis. This is an opportunity for residents to raise concerns about crime and policing in the area. All are welcome! Read More...

Play Sessions

Published: 18 Sep 24

The Parish Council would be grateful if residents could complete this survey on the play sessions we have funded this year to help us decide future offerings and ensure value for money. It will take around 4 minutes of your time. Either use this link - https://forms.office.com/e/GweNixz7aL or QR code. Thank you in advance. Read More...

Parish Councillor needed!

Published: 12 Sep 24

We would love to hear from residents who are interested in becoming a Councillor and influencing matters which directly impact the local community. Please email the clerk at: clerk@abbeyhillparishcouncil.gov.uk Read More...

New Parish Council email address

Published: 8 Aug 24

As part of our improvements to our systems we have upgraded to new email addresses. Please therefore contact the Parish Council via clerk@abbeyhillparishcouncil.gov.uk from now on! Read More...

Haldene Playground Survey

Published: 7 Aug 24

The Parish Council would like to renovate the playground off of Haldene and is seeking funding to do so. Have your say in this survey and help your community! Use this link https://forms.office.com/e/FGUNJcT9Md to access or use the QR code above. Read More...

New playground equipment

Published: 7 Aug 24

Three new items - spinner, see-saw and swings - have now been installed in the main park in Two Mile Ash, funded by the Parish Council. Installation was delayed due to boggy conditions and we are so pleased it is now in place. We hope visitors to the park enjoy them this summer! Read More...

MK City Plan 2050

Published: 18 Jul 24

The first round of consultation, called Regulation 18, has started for the MK City Plan 2050. It is open for 12 weeks until 9 October. The draft plan and supporting materials can be found at www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/city-plan Read More...

New website address

Published: 16 Jul 24

The Parish Council has a new gov.uk domain which recognises the Parish Council as a local government authority. Please bookmark www.abbeyhillparishcouncil.gov.uk on your devices and start using it so we can increase its Google ranking! We are adding more ‘Latest News’ items all the time and don’t forget all the Parish Council agenda and minutes can be found under ‘Your Council’. We would welcome your feedback about what else you’d like to see included on the Parish Council website to improve its usage. Very soon the Parish Council will be migrating to using gov.uk email addresses and we will let you know when this takes place. Read More...

Weed and shrub control in Two Mile Ash

Published: 11 Jul 24

The Parish Council is aware that many of the verges and borders in Two Mile Ash are out of control. Click on this item to find out how residents can report these issues to MKCC so they get fixed and improve our Parish. Read More...

Summer Teen/Pre Teen Fun Sessions

Published: 20 Jun 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council is hosting 2 events over the summer for children aged 11 to 14. They are FREE sessions held at Two Mile Ash Park. Visit the link in the poster or scan the QR code to find out more! Read More...

Summer Play Sessions

Published: 20 Jun 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council is hosting 4 events over the summer for children up to aged 12. They are FREE sessions held at Two Mile Ash Park. Visit the link in the poster or scan the QR code to find out more! Read More...

Parish Council Annual Update 2023/24

Published: 18 Jun 24

The Parish Council has issued an Annual Update to all residents to keep everyone updated as to its work throughout the course of the year. Please click on this item so you can see a copy. Read More...

Free May Half Term Event

Published: 24 May 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council is sponsoring a fun free event hosted by MK Play Association for children up to 12 years old between 10am and midday on Thursday 30 May in the half term, held in Two Mile Ash Park. Spaces available for pre-booking are limited to 100 but there are likely to be spaces available on the day on a first-come-first-served basis. Read More...

Community Award Presentation

Published: 1 May 24

During the 2024 Annual Parish Meeting, the chairman presented this year’s Community award to local resident Anne Vine. Since the winter of 2022/2023, Anne has volunteered to organise the Abbey Hill Parish Council Warm Spaces scheme as well as regular weekly coffee mornings (including arts and craft activities, along with games). These regular events, every Friday 10am – 1pm, have provided a welcome to anyone in our local community who’d like to get together and have a chat over a free tea or coffee. During the past 16 months, activities have included knitting, crocheting, sewing, card making, Christmas decoration making as well as hosting special events like the MKCC wheelie bin tour. All of this takes place at the Church of the Holy Cross in Two Mile Ash. Read More...

2023/24 Bulb Planting Success

Published: 8 Apr 24

During October and November 2023, Abbey Hill Parish Councillors and volunteer residents from Two Mile Ash planted an additional 6000 tulip and daffodil bulbs around the estate. Recently you have been able to see the results with beautiful displays at the entrances to Two Mile Ash as well as in the Community Garden. A great big thank you to everyone who helped. Click above for more photos. Read More...

Parish Clerk Retirement

Published: 20 Mar 24

Julian Vischer, our parish clerk, retired in March 2024. Julian gave over a decade of advice and support to Abbey Hill Parish Council, serving over 11 years. Councillors all wish Julian the best for his retirement and thank him for the assistance he has provided. At the March 2024 parish council meeting, vice chairman Kevin Ryan presented a card and gift to mark the occasion. Read More...

NEXT MEETING

Published: 19 Mar 24

The Annual Parish Meeting for Abbey Hill Parish Council will be held on Thursday 25th April 2024 at The Church of the Holy Cross at 7.00pm. This will be followed immediately by the monthly parish council meeting. Read More...

FREE EASTER INDOOR PLAY SESSIONS

Published: 8 Mar 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council are funding two free indoor play events at Church of the Holy Cross on Wednesday 3rd April between 10am and 12 Noon, and Thursday 11th April between 1.30pm and 3.30pm. These will be run by Milton Keynes Play Association. For more info visit www.mkpa.co.uk. Suitable for children up to 12 years. Click above to see more and book your free place. Read More...

Free Indoor Play Event

Published: 12 Feb 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council are funding a free indoor play event at Church of the Holy Cross on Thursday 22nd February between 10am and 12 Noon. This will be run by Milton Keynes Play Association. For more info visit www.mkpa.co.uk. Suitable for children up to 12 years. Click above to see more and book your free place. Read More...

Two Mile Ash Public Defibrillator

Published: 26 Jan 24

Abbey Hill Parish Council have funded the installation of a public defibrillator outside Two Mile Ash School. The defibrillator is next to the Parish Notice Board near the main school entrance. AHPC is very grateful to the School for providing the power supply. Read More...

TMA Christmas Lights On

Published: 8 Dec 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council switched on the Two Mile Ash Centre Christmas Lights from 1st December as planned. Read More...

Additional Dog Waste Bin

Published: 13 Nov 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council have funded an additional dog waste bin in Two Mile Ash. The new dog waste bin is on the High St not far from the entrance to the Bluebell Circuit. It was installed following requests by local residents who walk the Bluebell Circuit. Abbey Hill Parish Council have now installed 15 dog waste bins across Two Mile Ash. AHPC continue to fund weekly collections from all of these bins. A map of all our dog bin locations is available on the main menu - Home \ Dog Waste Bin map. Read More...

TMA Bulb Planting - Corn Hill

Published: 13 Nov 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council's 2023/24 Bulb planting project continued on Saturday 11th of November on Corn Hill at the junction with H4 Dansteed Way. Five volunteers led by local resident Lin Healey got together to help brighten the entrances of Two Mile Ash at this, the final location on this year's programme. Thank you so much to everyone who volunteered. Read More...

TMA Bulb Planting - High St and Fairways

Published: 1 Nov 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council's Two Mile Ash Entrance Bulb Planting project continued on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th October. Parish Council volunteers planted a further 2500+ bulbs. Three locations were visited. On Saturday five volunteers planted bulbs at the junction of The High St and V4 Watling St as well as the junction of Fairways and H3 Monks Way. On Sunday seven volunteers planted at the junction of The High St and H4 Dansteed Way. Thank you to all of the volunteers who took part. Read More...

TMA Bulb Planting - Church Hill

Published: 24 Oct 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council's 2023/24 Bulb planting project continued on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd of October on Church Hill at the junction with V5 Gt Monks St. We planted approximately 1800 bulb across the two days with eight volunteers on Saturday and five volunteers on Sunday. Thank you so much to everyone who volunteered, especially local residents Sharon and Ian who also provided coffee. Read More...

Free Kids Halloween Play Session

Published: 21 Oct 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council are funding a free Halloween play session for children up to the age of 12. Booking in advance is essential at www.mkpa.co.uk. Why not book up and come along on Wednesday 25th October 10am-12pm at Church of the Holy Cross. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Click above for full details. Read More...

TMA BULB PLANTING - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Published: 16 Oct 23

Following last year's successful trial of bulb planting by Abbey Hill Parish Council, near the Mercure Hotel, our 2023/24 project has begun. 500 bulbs were planted on Clay Hill near the V5 junction on 15th Oct by parish council volunteers. Please come and help at the next event at 10am on Saturday 21st Oct at the junction of Church Hill and V5 Gt Monks Street. A further session will take place at the same location on Sun 22nd Oct at 11am. Read More...

ANNUAL AUDIT

Published: 16 Oct 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council has once again passed a very successful annual audit by the government-designated auditors PKF Littlejohn. If you wish to see these accounting statements please contact the Clerk via this website Read More...

Successful Summer Play Sessions

Published: 15 Oct 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council funded six play sessions in the Two Mile Ash central play park during the school summer holidays. These proved a great success with an average of 80 children attending each session overall. There were a total of 482 attendees across the six sessions. Click above for more info. Read More...

September Parish Council Meeting Cancelled

Published: 1 Sep 23

Due to unforeseen circumstances and illnesses, the Abbey Hill Parish Council meeting planned for Thursday 14th September 2023 has been cancelled. The next Abbey Hill Parish Council meeting will be held at The Church of the Holy Cross at 7.30pm on Thursday 12th October. Read More...

Wheelie Bin Collection Calendar

Published: 17 Aug 23

The new Wheelie Bin waste collection service starts week commencing 4th September. Black and green bins are collected every week. However, red lid (paper/card only) and blue lid (glass & other recycling) are collected on alternate weeks. The first week will be for blue lid bins. Click above see the 2023/24 calendar. Read More...

FREE PLAY SESSIONS

Published: 4 Jul 23

Come and join our free play sessions this summer on the park in the centre of Two Mile Ash. Click on green text above for more details. Funded by Abbey Hill Parish Council. Run by MK Play Association. Please note MKPA are unable to support their proposed 28th Aug date so we have rearranged for the final session to be on Tue 29th Aug. Read More...

Coffee Morning Every Friday

Published: 26 Jun 23

Parish Council volunteers are organising coffee and tea every Friday between 10.00am and 1.00pm at the Church of the Holy Cross in Two Mile Ash. Why not come along for a chat and a drink and meet other local residents. Read More...

Community Garden Volunteers Needed

Published: 26 Jun 23

Would you like to help look after the Two Mile Ash Community Garden? We need new volunteers to tend to the area behind the One Stop Shop up to the Christmas tree. If you can spare some time, please email the parish clerk in the first instance at abbeyhpc@gmail.com who will be able to put you in touch with our local coordinator. Read More...

NEXT MEETING

Published: 21 Jun 23

The next Meeting of Abbey Hill Parish Council will be held on Thursday 13th July 2023 at Two Mile Ash School at 7.30pm. Read More...

Parish Council Notice Board Refurbished

Published: 20 Jun 23

We have refurbished our Parish Council notice board on Clay Hill at Two Mile Ash School. It is now much easier to read. Thank you to the Parish Council volunteers who assisted to keep this repair to a very low cost. Read More...

ANNUAL AUDIT

Published: 5 Jun 23

Every year all parish and town councils undergo an annual audit nationally. Inspection is open to the public between 5 June and 14 July 2023 Read More...

Community Award Presentation

Published: 25 Apr 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council chairman presents 2023 Community award to local resident David Wood at the Annual Parish Meeting in April. Read More...

Bulb Planting Success

Published: 22 Apr 23

The bulb planting trial carried out by parish council volunteers has been a great success. Volunteers living nearby planted thousands of daffodil and tulip bulbs at the entrance to The Approach in November 2022 and now they're flowering. This success of the trial organised by Abbey Hill Parish Council means it could be extended to other Two Mile Ash entrances next year (click above for more). Read More...

BINS ON TOUR

Published: 8 Apr 23

Come and meet the MKCC team explaining the new refuse bins and collection frequency at our next Warm Spaces session Friday April 14th 10 til 12 at Holy Cross Church, High St. Two Mile Ash Read More...

Additional Dog Waste Bin

Published: 13 Mar 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council have funded an additional dog waste bin in Two Mile Ash on the footpath between Chardacre and Hepleswell. AHPC will fund weekly collections from this bin. Click above for more info. Read More...

New Play Park Equipment

Published: 7 Mar 23

Abbey Hill Parish Council have commissioned two new pieces of play equipment in the main Two Mile Ash play area. Installation is now complete. Click above for more info. Read More...

Elections 2023 Voter ID

Published: 23 Feb 23

The UK Government has introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID when voting at a polling station at elections. This will apply at the upcoming May Elections which this year includes Abbey Hill Parish Council. Click on the above link or go to our Useful Links page. Read More...

Two Mile Ash Litter Pick

Published: 20 Feb 23

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped with our Two Mile Ash Litter Pick on Sunday. Led by local volunteer Natasha Cheriyan, parish council volunteers collected 22 bags of rubbish. Click above for more info. Read More...

LITTER PICK

Published: 10 Feb 23

Help us to maintain the environment in Two Mile Ash by joining our litter pick on Sunday 19th February 2023 Read More...

Stone Hill Pond

Published: 26 Jan 23

Two Mile Ash Environmental Group (TMAEG) have been maintaining the Stone Hill Pond (click above for more info). Read More...

WARM SPACES

Published: 25 Jan 23

Feeling cold or lonely? Everyone is welcome to join us every Friday morning for a hot drink and a chat with good company in a safe, warm environment Read More...

Volunteer for your community

Published: 14 Jan 23

Do you have some free time to help in our community of Two Mile Ash? The Parish Council has secured Warm Place funding and is seeking volunteers. Click above for more details Read More...

Christmas Tree Lights On

Published: 8 Dec 22

Abbey Hill Parish Council switched on the Two Mile Ash Christmas Tree lights from 1st December this year. Read More...

Fencing Replacement Project

Published: 10 Nov 22

Abbey Hill Parish Council's 2022 Replacement Fencing Programme has been completed. Sections outside Two Mile Ash School and Bargain Booze are finished (Click above for more info). Read More...

PLAY AREA REFRESH

Published: 3 Nov 22

Abbey Hill Parish Council initiated a refresh of the small Haldene Play Area this year (click above for more info). Read More...

BULB PLANTING 2

Published: 1 Nov 22

Many thanks to all the volunteers that helped with the 1st Phase of bulb planting on The Approach. This Phase is now complete. Read More...

BULB PLANTING

Published: 21 Oct 22

Your Parish Council has plans to brighten the gateways into Two Mile Ash. The first phase of this volunteer-based project will be spring bulb planting at The Approach. The Parish Council needs your help to plant these bulbs over the weekends in mid to late October and early November. Read More...

TMAEG work wonders on signature signage in main park

Published: 26 Aug 22

TMA Environmental Group return the two old signs at Clay Hill Local Park to their former glory. Read More...

ANNUAL AUDIT

Published: 23 Aug 22

Notice of Conclusion of Audit - The Parish Council is delighted to announce that the national auditors found no issues Read More...

PLAY AREA REFURBISHMENT

Published: 18 Aug 22

Abbey Hill Parish Council have refurbished the small children's play area on the redway behind Atherstone Court (click above for more info) Read More...

SUMMER PLAY SESSIONS

Published: 11 Jul 22

AHPC are delighted to announce the return of the school summer holiday Play Sessions. No need to book. Read More...

OPEN GARDENS

Published: 9 Jun 22

Don't forget: Open Gardens is this coming weekend 11th/12th June Read More...

ANNUAL AUDIT

Published: 7 Jun 22

Every year all parish and town councils undergo an annual audit nationally. Inspection is open to the public between 13 June and 22 July 2022 Read More...

PLAY SESSION June 1st

Published: 24 May 22

FREE! Wednesday June 1st. Organised and run by MK Play Association. Paid for by Abbey Hill Parish Council Read More...

ANNUAL UPDATE 2021/2022

Published: 7 May 22

Abbey Hill Parish Council have issued their 2021/2022 Annual Update which summarises many of their activities during the past year. Read More...

Community Award for TMAEG Volunteers

Published: 6 May 22

Abbey Hill Parish Council chairman presents the 2022 Community Award to the volunteers of the Two Mile Ash Environmental Group at the Annual Parish Meeting in April. Brian Lindsay and Chris Gossop collected the award on behalf of the volunteers Read More...

TREE PITS REFURBISHED

Published: 28 Mar 22

AHPC has just completed the refurbishment of the cobbled tree pits around the shopping area with the planting of these shrubs as part of its ongoing plan to smarten up the estate Read More...

EASTER PLAY SESSIONS

Published: 23 Mar 22

FREE! April 12th & 19th. As in previous years run by MK Play Association Read More...

Medical Detection Dogs needs volunteers

Published: 28 Feb 22

The world-leading charity based near Milton Keynes is looking for help in homing their puppies during training. Read More...

22nd January Waste Collection Date Change

Published: 22 Jan 22

MK Council has issued another notice of revised collection dates. The Friday 21st collection will take place on Saturday 22nd January. Read More...

January Waste Collection Date

Published: 10 Jan 22

Please note MK Council has issued a FURTHER revised collection date. The Friday January 14th collection has been moved to Monday January 17th. Read More...

Welcome to new Parish Councillor

Published: 5 Jan 22

Mr Peter Blyth joins the team Read More...

Christmas Tree lights up!

Published: 22 Dec 21

The new Christmas tree festooned with lights just in time! Read More...

AHPC replaces Christmas Tree

Published: 3 Dec 21

The old poorly 'Christmas tree' replaced with a flourishing true Christmas Tree Read More...

Radcote Lodge Fence Completed

Published: 30 Nov 21

Abbey Hill Parish Council's final 2021 Fence Replacement project completed at Radcote Lodge. Read More...

Rainbows and Brownies Litter Pick

Published: 11 Nov 21

Abbey Hill Parish Council would like to thank 1st Two Mile Ash Rainbows and 1st Great Holm Brownies who recently completed a litter pick on Two Mile Ash. Read More...

Fencing Replacement Project

Published: 23 Oct 21

High St phase complete (Funded by Abbey Hill Parish Council) Read More...

Cobbled Paving Refurbished

Published: 19 Oct 21

AHPC continues its renovation works with the refurbishment of the cobbled paving bordering the parking outside the shops. Read More...

Hepleswell/Chardacre Play Park re-painted

Published: 23 Jul 21

AHPC financed the repainting of this Play Park Read More...