It’s good to be back with my PAB Blog covering the updates on some of the thingsI have been up to both in and around Prestbury and as your representative on Cheltenham Borough Council. The early part of 2026 was relatively quiet but latterly things have taken off and I have been busy trying to keep on top both of the more normal day to day local matters– drains, flooding, potholes (!) – as well as doing lots about the,…
(Cllr Smith’s regular Blog updating Prestbury on his recent work on behalf of the Community) Hello again everyone, First, two major local concerns on which I have spent more time again this month – Evesham Road, closure and associated diversions. The total closure by the Racecourse began on the 2nd June. Most of your concerns have been with additional traffic through the centre of the village and with anticipated problems entering the roundabout from Noverton Lane. I have taken concerns…
It is with great sadness, I have to report the passing of one of PAB’s founders, Hon. Alderman of Cheltenham Borough, Malcolm Stennett Malcolm joined the PAB group led by Les Godwin within a year of its formation. They led the development of the group into a formidable force that had a considerable impact on both Prestbury and Cheltenham. Malcolm went on to serve Prestbury as a PAB Borough Councillor for over 25 years and at the same time spending…
Les Godwin and PAB are sad to report the death, on Friday, of our old friend and long time supporter Malcolm Stennett. Malcolm joined PAB during its very first year and as many of you will know he served with distinction as a much-respected Borough Councillor for over 25 years. His record of achievement both in the Borough and more locally is one to be proud of. The Council created him an Hon. Alderman of the Borough in recognition of…
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Another very busy time for local matters with lots of different things starting to move as 2025 progresses. In addition to the normal routines and requirements of each month here are some of the matters I have been involved with. On the 4th February, I attended a meeting set up by the management at the Racecourse in anticipation of March Race Week. Firstly, they wanted to assure us there will be a good, strong police presence throughout. In addition more stewardswill be…
Well, first I wish you all a very Happy New Year. As we start 2025 I have lots to report on, particularly after a long, recent meeting with the new Highways Manager. – Good news on the footpath between Shaw Green Lane and Laxton Meadow on Southam Road, which has now been included in the budget for April. – Glebe Rd; the Highways Manager has seen the problem himself and his view on moving forward with this long term flooding…
Feedback from Councillor Stan Smith on January road closures impacting Prestbury: Monday 13th January: A road closure will be in place on the Wellington Road / A435 Evesham Road junction between 8pm and 6am to install a temporary mini roundabout on the junction. From 6am on Tuesday 14th January: the permanent traffic signals will be deactivated, and the temporary roundabout will be in operation. Tuesday 21st January – Friday 24th January: The previously scheduled road closures on the A435 Evesham…
As we race towards the end of 2024 I want to, firstly, take this opportunity to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year from Sheila and me. In addition to the usual discussions and meetings, here are some of the matters I and PAB have been working on recently: – Evesham Rd roadworks (by the GWR station). Met with the Highways Dept to enquire about timings. This is a big job, a 14 week full closure…
Councillor Stan Smith highlights to readers the closure of A435 Evesham Road for repairs near the Race Course. More details of his conversation with Gloucestershire Live in the link below: https://www.gloucestershirelive.co.uk/news/cheltenham-news/traffic-chaos-fears-collapsing-road-9663061