Celebrating Our Heritage, Shaping Our Future
At the Baughurst Society, we’re passionate about preserving our rich history while building a vibrant, connected, and sustainable community. By becoming a member, you’re contributing to positive changes that enhance the lives of all residents in our beautiful parish.
Our Key Initiatives
- Preserving History & Heritage
- Celebrating Our Past: We actively work to preserve Baughurst’s unique history and heritage, ensuring future generations can appreciate our parish’s storied past.
- Community Engagement & Connectivity
- Building Connections: We’re dedicated to strengthening community ties, promoting a sense of belonging for everyone.
- Examples of Impact: Initiatives like our Community Broadband Project and our new website exemplify our commitment to keeping Baughurst connected in the modern age.
- Conservation of Green Spaces
- Protecting Our Environment: We have initiated a Community Orchard project and maintain 17 local walks, encouraging outdoor activities and appreciation of our natural surroundings.
- Litter Removal: Through community clean-ups, we keep our green spaces clean and inviting, preserving Baughurst’s natural beauty.
- Sustainability & Environmental Initiatives
- Baughurst Repair Cafe: We reduce waste by transforming potential trash into usable items, nurturing a culture of reuse and sustainability.
- Promoting Renewable Energy: We’re exploring and supporting sustainable energy solutions to reduce our carbon footprint.
- Community Development & Facilities Improvement
- Neighbourhood Plan: Active participation in the NP development to shape the future of our local villages and communities, ensuring positive growth aligned with residents’ needs.
- Enhancing Local Amenities: We strive to improve facilities for all residents, including supporting home workers and retired individuals by advocating for shared spaces and enhanced services.
- Active Transport Advocacy
- Promoting Walking & Cycling: We’re working towards better pathways and safer routes, making active transport a convenient and healthy option for everyone.
Why Join the Baughurst Society?
- Be Part of Positive Change: Your involvement leads to real improvements in our community.
- Celebrate Our Heritage: Help us honour and preserve the rich history of Baughurst.
- Stay Connected: Access our local website for updates on projects, events, and community news.
- Community Connection: Join like-minded individuals dedicated to making Baughurst the best it can be.
- Have a Voice: Influence decisions that affect our parish by participating in our initiatives.
Be a Catalyst for Progress
By joining the Baughurst Society, you’re not just a member—you’re a driving force behind ongoing improvement and innovation in our community. Your contribution ensures Baughurst remains a wonderful place to live, work, and enjoy life.
Ready to Make a Difference?
Join us today and be part of something bigger. Together, we’ll celebrate our heritage and build a brighter, stronger Baughurst for everyone.
Contact Us to become a member, volunteer, or learn more about our projects. Let’s shape our community’s future—starting now.
The Society’s objectives are:
(i) To conserve and enhance the unique and essentially rural character of the civil parish of Baughurst with Wolverton, Hampshire, for the benefit and enjoyment of its present and future inhabitants.
(ii) To promote knowledge and pride in the parish’s history as well as awareness of current or potential developments likely to affect the character of the parish’s environment.
(iii) To make representations as the Executive Committee may consider proper to statutory authorities, elected representatives, incorporated or voluntary bodies, or private individuals in furtherance of the Baughurst Society’s objects or interests.
(iv) To enhance public amenities within the parish by such charitable endeavours as the Society may find practical.
The original Baughurst Society Constitution from 1997 was available only in hard copy. It was recast in June 2023 so that it could be more easily used. The original constitution is attached here for information.
The Baughurst Society requests that its members donate a small amount each year (currently £10.00) to fund the work of the Society. This is achieved by becoming an annual member through the web site. This will provide access to additional web site content, add your details to our regular mailing list to receive important information about the parish. The society embraces the work of Sustainable Baughurst, the Baughurst Repair Cafe and supports the activities of the Baughurst Neighbourhood Planning Group.
The recast constitution from June 2023 is attached below in pdf format.
A meeting of the Baughurst Society was held on 13th September 2023 in order to elect a new Executive Committee of the Society. The minutes of the meeting were as follows:
Meeting Minutes
Baughurst Society Meeting
Date: Wednesday, 13th September
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: George and Dragon Pub, Wolverton Townsend. Hants.
Attendees:
- Russell Clark
- Colin Grenville
- Clare Normand
- Martin Slatford
- Rosemary Woo
- Colin Cooper
Apologies:
- Anne Ayres
- Jeanette Hewitt
- Colin Hewitt
Meeting Agenda:
- Introductions
- History of the Baughurst Society
- Alignment of Goals with Sustainable Baughurst and Baughurst Repair Cafe 4. Collaboration and Structure 5. Current Status of Baughurst Society 6. Election of Officers 7. Next Meeting
Meeting Minutes:
- Introductions:
Attendees introduced themselves, and apologies were noted. - History of the Baughurst Society: Martin Slatford provided a brief history of the Baughurst Society, outlining its objectives and past achievements. It was acknowledged that the organization had been inactive for several years due to members relocating or passing away.
- Alignment of Goals:
Attendees agreed that the Baughurst Society’s objectives closely aligned with those of Sustainable Baughurst and the Baughurst Repair Cafe. - Collaboration and Structure:
It was decided that the organizations would collaborate, with the Baughurst Society serving as an umbrella organization. Up to four meetings per year were proposed to facilitate this collaboration. - Current Status:
The Baughurst Society currently operates on a subscription-based model, maintaining a website and a bank account. - Election of Officers:
- Martin Slatford was elected as Chair.
- Russell Clark was elected as Secretary
- The team requested that Colin Hewitt be approached to continue as Treasurer for a period of 3 to 6 months to ensure a smooth transition. Colin Cooper also offered assistance during this period. Martin Slatford agreed to discuss with Colin Hewitt.
7. Next Meeting:
The scheduling of the next meeting was delegated to the Secretary, Russell Clark.
Meeting concluded at 9.30pm
Minutes recorded by Russell Clark
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