Garvestone, Reymerston & Thuxton
The Parish consists of the villages of Garvestone and Reymerston and the hamlet of Thuxton, and is situated in mid-Norfolk.
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The Parish Council
The Parish Council is made up of seven councillors members who represent the parish on various matters. We are effectively the third tier of local government, the other two being Norfolk County Council and Breckland Council.
Do you want to Become a Mindful Village?
The Parish Council is exploring the exciting prospect of our village becoming a 'Mindful Village' as part of the Breckland Mindful District Partnership (BMDP). We believe this initiative could bring valuable mental health awareness and support to our community, helping to foster a more connected and understanding environment for everyone. But we need your input – and, importantly, a few volunteers!
What is a 'Mindful Village'?
The Breckland Mindful District Partnership was established in 2021 to support the "Mindful Towns and Villages" program, which aims to improve mental health awareness across Breckland. A 'Mindful Village' designation means that our community would gain access to free mental health education and training programs. Through this initiative, we can raise awareness of the mental health resources available and encourage a positive, supportive approach to mental well-being right here in our village.
What Does It Involve?
Becoming a Mindful Village is a community-led effort. To achieve this status, we need five local residents to step up as Community Champions. These individuals will participate in a training session provided by the BMDP, where they’ll learn how to hold safe conversations with those struggling with mental health challenges and effectively guide them towards appropriate support services. Importantly, Community Champions are not professional counsellors or therapists – they’re friendly faces in our community, trained to recognize when someone might need help and point them in the right direction.
Our aim is to gather volunteers from a cross-section of the village, including representatives from local sports clubs, small businesses, community organizations, and, of course, any interested residents. By sharing this responsibility across various groups, we can weave a network of support into the very fabric of our village.
Benefits of Becoming a Community Champion
Once trained, Community Champions will receive a certificate and various resources from the program. Additionally, they’ll have access to ongoing support, including:
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A quarterly Mindful Towns Newsletter
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The Norfolk & Waveney Mind Mental Health Connectors Network
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Community development toolkits and advice from the Breckland Community Network
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Invitations to peer workshops and events with guest speakers
This initiative is designed to empower volunteers and equip them with valuable knowledge and resources that can make a meaningful difference in our community.
Why We Need Your Feedback and Participation
The Parish Council values your opinion on this initiative, and we’d like to hear from you. Are you supportive of the idea of our village becoming a 'Mindful Village'? Would you be interested in becoming a Community Champion, or do you know someone who might be a good fit for this role? Your feedback will help shape our next steps and ensure that this program aligns with our community’s needs and goals.
Get in Touch
If you're interested in becoming a Community Champion or have questions about the 'Mindful Village' initiative, please contact the Parish Council. Let’s come together to make our village a place of kindness, support, and understanding.
With your help, we can join other towns and villages in Breckland in creating a more mindful, connected community for all.
Email: garvestoneclerk@gmail.com
Postal Address: 9 Hendon Avenue, Watton, Thetford, IP25 6JW
Phone Number: 07955161467
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Litter Picking Event
The Parish Council invites all community members to a Litter Pick on Saturday, 23rd November! Let's come together to keep our village clean and beautiful.
🗓 Date: Saturday, 23rd November
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Meeting Point: Garvestone and Thuxton Village Hall
All equipment will be provided, and everyone is welcome! Bring your friends, family, and neighbours for a morning of fresh air, community spirit, and a chance to make a positive impact on our environment.
Let's show some love for our village and make a real difference together. See you there!
For further information or to take part in the event, please contact Councillor Graham Smith on 07463176705 or at grhamsmith@gmail.com.
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Flooding
To report flooding in your area, call the Norfolk Flooding Hotline:
0344 800 8013
For top tips on dealing with weather related emergencies visit:
www.breckland.gov.uk/emergency-planning
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SCAM EMAILS
It has been brought to the attention of the council that recent scam emails have been circulating which appear to be from Parish Councillors. If you have any concerns, you can verify any emails received with the correct email addresses here:
Garvestone, Reymerston and Thuxton Parish Council | The Parish Council (garvestonepc.wixsite.com)
What We Do
The Parish Council is involved in many areas of parish life including :
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commenting on planning applications
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footpaths
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SAM2 speed sign
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defibrillator
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small grants
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liaising with other bodies about local services eg Highways, Post Office, buses
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litter picks and parish walks
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Garvestone Trust
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occasional events