Notices - recent
Parish Council vacancy
published on 26th Jan 2022
NOTICE OF VACANCY IN OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR PARISH OF ESCRICK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN
that pursuant to section 87(2) of the Local Government Act 1972 a casual vacancy has arisen in the Office of Councillor for the said Parish.
If by 16 February, 2022 (14 days excluding Dies Non, after the date of this notice) a request for an election to fill the vacancy is made in writing to the Returning Officer, Selby District Council, Civic Centre, Doncaster Road, Selby YO8 9FT by TEN electors for the said Parish, an election will be held to fill the said vacancy, otherwise the vacancy will be filled by co-option.
If an election is called, it will take place not later than 22 April, 2022.
Dated 27 January, 2022
Playground - volunteers
published on 15th Jan 2022
We're really keen to find some volunteers to help ensure Escrick continues to have a fun and well maintained playground.
Next time you visit the playground, you'll notice that unfortunately there's two fewer pieces of equipment than there used to be.
Most of the playground dates back to 2005 and is now reaching the end of its life - so unfortunately these won't be the last pieces that have to be removed.
The playground is overseen and funded by the Escrick Playing Fields Association. This is a charity founded by parents in the village to ensure each generation of children has somewhere to play. The association raises money through events such as the Escrick 10k, sponsored events (e.g. dragon boat race) and grant applications.
We're looking for the next generation of parents to get involved and share their ideas, energy and fund raising skills to buy and install the next generation of equipment for the playground.
If you are able to help, please contact Simon Hunt - playing.fields@escrick.org or Richard Rowson - chair@escrick.org
Parish Council meeting 10th January cancelled
published on 8th Jan 2022
The Parish Council meeting scheduled for Monday 10th January 2022 has been cancelled due to Covid.
Government legislation no longer permits remote meetings, such as via Zoom, so this is not possible as an alternative.
Parish Magazine Update - January 2022
published on 2nd Jan 2022
The following update appears in January 2022's Parish Magazine
Escrick Parish Council Update
Bus stops: We are waiting for City of York Council to confirm installation timescales for an additional streetlight opposite the Sang Thai to improve lighting on the way to, and at, the bus stops.
Highways:
- At the time of writing, one dropped kerb has been installed. The remaining dropped kerbs and the village gateway on Skipwith Road have both been delayed due to North Yorkshire County Council having supply chain issues.
- The Parish Council has been made aware of concerns about the condition of the pavement on Wenlock Drive. These have been passed to Selby District Council (responsible for sweeping/cleaning) and North Yorkshire County Council (responsible for maintenance). In the meantime, if any public spirited residents wish to sweep the areas near their property we would be very grateful.
Councillors: We have two vacancies for Parish Councillors. Please contact the clerk or chair if you are interested in getting involved.
Get involved! We’re still looking for volunteers in several areas:
- Playground: Some of the equipment in the playground is approaching end of life. We’re looking for volunteers to join the playing fields association to develop plans for replacing the aging equipment, and pursue funding opportunities such as grant funding, donations and fund-raising.
- Escrick 10k: We’re looking for someone to chair the organising committee. This run raises £5k - £7k each year for the playground and other local causes. A full handover will be given. An established event plan is in place, and an experienced committee, including race director, is in place .
If you are interested in getting involved in any of the above, please contact chair@escrick.org.
Parish Council meeting dates: 10th January, 7th February and 7th March. All meetings at 7.30pm at Escrick and Deighton Club. Contact: Clerk (Sally Look), clerk@escrick.org, Chair (Richard Rowson), chair@escrick.org; Website: escrick.org
Parish Magazine January 2022
published on 1st Jan 2022
The January 2022 edition of the Escrick Parish Magazine has been published online!
Here is the link: https://issuu.com/poppy.green309/docs/escrick_parish_magazine_-_january_2022_online_v2
Route Closure: Solar System Way
published on 8th Dec 2021
Route Closure: Solar System Way 
Tree works on the Solar System Way (National Cycle Network route 65 and Trans Pennine Trail) to be carried out around Naburn:
Closed weekdays between 08:00 - 16:30 on:
10th - 20th December
4th - 7th January*
The path will be open outside of these times.
Please make sure to account for this when planning your journey.
You can read more about the project here: https://www.sustrans.org.uk/our-blog/news/2021/november/work-starts-on-the-solar-system-way-to-provide-better-access-for-everyone
*Dates are subject to change if delayed by weather
Parish Magazine Update - Dec 2021
published on 1st Dec 2021
The following update appears in December 2021's parish magazine:
Escrick Parish Council Update
Bus stops: The Parish Council has agreed to fund an additional streetlight opposite the Sang Thai to improve lighting on the way to, and at, the bus stops.
Highways:
- Dropped kerbs and the village gateway on Skipwith Road have both been delayed due to North Yorkshire County Council having supply chain issues.
- NYCC are no longer progressing with 20mph zones near schools due to budget pressures.
- NYCC have given notice to the Parsonage regarding the overgrown vegetation on the A19. If this is not cut back shortly, NYCC will undertake the work themselves and recover the costs.
- Residents are reminded that highways concerns, such as overgrown foliage, blocked drains or road condition can be reported directly to NYCC via their website.
Jubilee 2022: Representatives of various groups across the village have got together to discuss potential events over the long Jubilee weekend. An outline plan has been agreed, with different groups leading on different aspects of it.
Shop: The working group is continuing to develop options and work through potential issues.
Councillors: We have two vacancies for Parish Councillors. Please contact the clerk or chair if you are interested in getting involved.
Get involved! We’re still looking for volunteers in several areas:
- Playground: Some of the equipment in the playground is approaching end of life. We’re looking for volunteers to join the playing fields association to develop plans for replacing the aging equipment, and pursue funding opportunities such as grant funding, donations and fund-raising.
- Escrick 10k: We’re looking for someone to chair the organising committee. This run raises £5k - £7k each year for the playground and other local causes. A full handover will be given. An established event plan is in place, and an experienced committee, including race director, is in place .
If you are interested in getting involved in any of the above, please contact chair@escrick.org.
Parish Council meeting dates: 6th December, 10th January and 7th February. All meetings at 7.30pm at Escrick and Deighton Club. Contact: Clerk (Sally Look), clerk@escrick.org, Chair (Richard Rowson), chair@escrick.org; Website: escrick.org
Parish Magazine December 2021
published on 1st Dec 2021
The December edition of the Escrick Parish Magazine has been published online!
Here is the link: https://issuu.com/poppy.green309/docs/escrick_parish_magazine_-_december_2021_online_v3
Work starts on the Solar System Way to provide better access for everyone
published on 25th Nov 2021
Sustrans has begun work to provide York’s popular walking and cycling path, the Solar System Way, (which runs from Riccall via Escrick to Bishopthorpe) with better access for everyone, including families with buggies, people on mobility scooters, wheelchairs, adapted bicycles or horses.
Tree works at Naburn are expected to start in early December for around two weeks as part of the Department for Transport funded project to improve the route. Unfortunately, due to the nature of the works closures will be in place throughout the duration so please make sure to account for this when planning your journey.
Parish magazine update - November 2021
published on 8th Nov 2021
The following update appears in November's Parish magazine
Escrick Parish Council Update
Get involved! We’re looking for volunteers in several areas:
- Platinum Jubilee Celebrations: We are looking to form a group to organise Platinum Jubilee celebrations in the village (2nd – 5th June 2022). Escrick has held a range of events for previous Jubilees, and we’re hoping to keep up that tradition.
- Playground: Some of the equipment in the playground is approaching end of life. We’re looking for volunteers to join the playing fields association to develop plans for replacing the aging equipment, and pursue funding opportunities such as grant funding, donations and fund-raising.
- Escrick 10k: We’re looking for someone to chair the organising committee. This run raises £5k - £7k each year for the playground and other local causes. A full handover will be given. An established event plan is in place, and an experienced committee, including race director, is in place .
If you are interested in getting involved in any of the above, please contact chair@escrick.org.
Bus stops: Bins, southbound bus shelter, and improved lighting are all still being progressed with City of York Council.
Highways: Dropped kerbs and village gateway have both been delayed due to North Yorkshire County Council having supply chain issues. Cllr Chambers met with highways to discuss potential improvements to pedestrian safety along the A19, albeit it appears unlikely that any options will be feasible.
Shop: The working group is continuing to develop options and work through potential issues.
Councillors: We have two vacancies for Parish Councillors. Please contact the clerk or chair if you are interested in getting involved.
Parish Council meeting dates: 1st November, 6th December and 3rd January . All meetings at 7.30pm at Escrick and Deighton Club. Contact: Clerk (Sally Look), clerk@escrick.org, Chair (Richard Rowson), chair@escrick.org; Website: escrick.org