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Could you create an inspiring bus shelter?
Cam Parish Council are commissioning a local artist to create an art installation of the bus shelter at the junction of Knapp Lane and the High Street (A4135) with an aim to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the public space. It needs to sit well in the character of the area.
Please download the specifications for this project (and how to apply) by clicking on the link below.
Fee and Costs:
£700... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 17 Mar 2025
Grants availble
Cam Parish Council has a small budget for the award of grants. The Council can only award grants using certain legal powers. Council must be confident that any grant awarded will benefit Cam residents
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 25th March with payments being made in April, following ratification by Full Council.
Application forms can be posted on request or copies can be downloaded from... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 26 Feb 2025
Nominations open for the Clifton Community Award
Community champions are being sought by Cam Parish Council for its annual award which recognises outstanding public spirit in the parish.
The Clifton Community Award was launched last year to celebrate and reward those who are doing great things, often behind the scenes. Last year's winner was litter picking supremo Eric Torrington who regularly clears the parish streets of unsightly rubbish.
Cam Parish... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 18 Feb 2025
Increase in Cam's tax bill to fund essential services
Taxpayers in Cam will be paying an extra £3.48-a-year, or 7p per household per week, for the services offered by Cam Parish Council.
This is an increase of 3.68% on the precept, which is the portion of council tax allocated to the parish council to fund local services, projects and improvements which directly benefit the community. To calculate the precept, the parish council estimates its income... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 28 Jan 2025
CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON 2024!
CAM'S Christmas lights are due to be switched on during a fantastic fun-filled community event on Saturday 30 November.
The lights in the trees around Noel Lee Way and along the High Street will be switched on just before 5pm after an afternoon of entertainment starting at 2pm. The countdown for the big switch-on will take place outside Cam Post Office.
Seasonal attractions include a fun-fair in the... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 12 Nov 2024
Carriageway work around Cam & Dursley Railway Station
Works to repair carriageway damage near Cam & Dursley railway station will take place on Wednesday 30 October. Advanced Closure warning signs are in place.
Motorists can follow the diversion signs and access to Cam & Dursley Railway station will still be maintained from the A4135 and Box Road direction.
The damage to the carriageway was caused by an HGV nearly 10-months ago and has now worsened.... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Oct 2024
Cam Colouring Competition
To celebrate the new snickets map for Cam - we are launching a colouring competition for local mini aspiring artists!
Simply download the map and return to us (at the Cam Parish Council Office) by Friday 15th November.
The competition will be judged in two categories: Key Stage 1 (ages 5 – 7) & Key Stage 2 (ages 7 – 11).
Each winner will be awarded with a £25.00 voucher AND invited... Read More »
Posted: Thu, 24 Oct 2024
Cam High Street - Road Closure Notice
The Cam Christmas Light Switch On will take place on Saturday 30 November – and the High Street will be closed to enable the event to take place. The High Street will be closed from 1200 noon – 6.00pm. Read More »
Posted: Wed, 18 Sep 2024
Upthorpe - Road Closure Notice
Please be advised of the following closure:
• Upthorpe, Cam
This road will be closed (as per the attached plan) from 0930 22/11/2024 to 1530 22/11/2024 to pole replacement works by Openreach.
Emergency and pedestrian access will be maintained.
If you should require further information please email streetworks@gloucestershire.gov.uk Read More »
Posted: Wed, 18 Sep 2024
Cam Institute Charity Grant Application Form
CAM INSTITUTE CHARITY
Small Grants Available
The trustees of the Cam Institute Charity have funds available to assist organisations which provide facilities for recreation or leisure time occupation for the benefit of the residents of Cam.
Organisations may apply for small grants by filling in a short application form available from:
Miss Kate Reynolds, Clerk to the Trustees,
Cam Institute Charity; 53 Oak... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 18 Sep 2024
