News from OPC October 2026
Welcome to our new Parish Clerk
We are delighted to announce that Gabe Han has been appointed as the new Parish Clerk,
taking over from our longstanding clerk, Alyson. They will work together until mid-
November. Please join us in welcoming Gabe!
Memorial Garden Improvements
Thanks to a remaining balance from a Surrey County Council grant, we plan to plant bulbs
and shrubs in the Memorial Garden and tidy the area around the War Memorial ahead of
Remembrance Sunday. Our thanks to Clare Bevan for her planting advice and to Cllr Booth
for securing the original grant.
Alms Heath Planning Inquiry
The Inquiry into the refused planning application at Alms Heath took place recently.
Uncertainty over some land ownership matters means further information has been
requested by the Inspector by early November. Guildford Borough Council’s legal team will
then have an opportunity to respond before the Inquiry formally closes. A decision on the
appeal is expected in the new year, potentially as late as February. We will share further
updates as they become available.
Parish Council Audit Completed
The audit for the financial year ending April 2026 has now concluded, and the relevant
information is available on our website. Many thanks to Peter Bevan and Alyson for their
hard work.
Remembrance Sunday – 8th November
Remembrance Sunday falls on 8 November this year. Details of the service will be shared
by All Saints’ Church in due course.
For any enquiries, please contact Alyson and/or Gabe at
