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Great & Little Kimble cum Marsh Parish Council

Great & Little Kimble cum Marsh Parish is set in the beautiful Vale of Aylesbury at the foot of The Chiltern Hills in Buckinghamshire.

Each and everyone of our councillors welcome you to our rural parish. We are situated on the northern edge of the Wycombe District, with rich lower farm land to the North rising into part of the magnificent Chiltern Hills to the South.

The 394 homes are well spread across 1,212 hectares. The main settlements are Smoky Row, Clanking, Marsh, Kimblewick, Little Kimble and Great Kimble.

The southern part of the parish is within the Chilterns Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty and The Green Belt – an area representing nearly 25% of the parish. The rest is most attractive too, and we strive to keep it that way.

The National Trust owns the land around Pulpit Hill. There is a network of public footpaths and bridleways from which to explore the varied countryside within the parish.

The population is growing, with many young families now taking the numbers to just over 1,000 (988 in the 2001 Census).

Latest Parish News

Buckinghamshire Council rolls out summer support for families

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July 2025

Buckinghamshire Council rolls out summer support for families

This summer, Buckinghamshire Council is once again offering a range of support for eligible families to help children stay active, engaged and well-fed during the school holidays.

The popular Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme is returning with a wide variety of free, fun-filled holiday clubs and activities for children and young people from Reception to Year 11 who receive benefits-related free school meals. Funded by the Department for Education, the HAF programme also includes a healthy meal with every session, helping to ensure children are fuelled for a day of fun and learning.

From sports and outdoor adventures to creative arts and cookery, there’s something for everyone, with sessions running across dozens of venues throughout Buckinghamshire. Families can book up to 16 sessions over the summer period using a HAF voucher, which will be sent via email or text message from HolidayActivities.com.

In addition to the HAF programme, the council is also providing £50 digital food vouchers to eligible families to help with grocery costs over the summer holidays. Funded by the Department for Work and Pensions through the Household Support Fund, these vouchers are sent via schools or early years settings and can be used at most major supermarkets.

Ade Osibogun, Buckinghamshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Children’s Services and Education, said:

“We know that school holidays can bring extra challenges for families, particularly when it comes to keeping children active, engaged, and well-nourished without the structure and support that term time provides. That’s why we’re proud to once again offer the HAF programme, alongside our food voucher scheme, to support families across Buckinghamshire.

“These initiatives are about more than just meals and activities—they’re about giving every child the opportunity to thrive, learn new skills, and enjoy their summer in a safe and supportive environment. We’re committed to ensuring that no child is left behind, and that every family feels supported during the school break.”

Steve Bowles, Cabinet Member for Communities at Buckinghamshire Council, added:
“We understand that the summer holidays can place additional financial pressure on families, especially when it comes to putting food on the table. That’s why we’re pleased to be offering digital food vouchers once again this year. These vouchers provide practical support to help ease the burden and ensure that children across Buckinghamshire have access to nutritious meals throughout the break.”

For more information on the HAF programme and how to book, visit the Buckinghamshire HAF webpage. To learn more about the food voucher scheme, visit the Free Food Vouchers page

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July 2025

Enjoy a budget friendly summer in Buckinghamshire

The school summer holidays are nearly here. If you’re looking for ideas for low and no-cost things to do, don’t worry, we’ve done the hard work for you. You don’t need to venture far either, there’s something to suit all tastes and ages right here in Buckinghamshire.

ParkPlay is a new initiative, supported by Sport England, that has launched in three locations in Buckinghamshire, Booker Recreation Ground in High Wycombe, Alfred Rose Memorial Park in Aylesbury and Windsor Road Park in Chesham. The scheme offers two hours of free organised community-led play, every Saturday or Sunday morning with active and inclusive games where all generations can play together, offering a safe and welcoming environment for people to connect and have fun. Find out more: https://park-play.com/

Country parks, Black Park, Langley Park and Denham Park - are great places to explore. With miles of footpaths, play areas and café facilities you can make a day of it. A range of family friendly events are taking place throughout the summer including outdoor theatre productions, dinosaur trails and forest school sessions. Find details and book onto events online: Buckinghamshire Country Parks Events - 18 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite

Both Black Park and Langley Park were recently awarded a Green Flag, along with six other parks and open spaces in Buckinghamshire. The international accreditation scheme recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces. Many of our local parks have upgraded play facilities and Bedgrove Park in Aylesbury recently benefitted from the opening of a new community-funded BMX Pump Track.

There are lots of exciting summer activities happening throughout the school holidays in your local libraries. From creative workshops to family-friendly performances, there’s something for everyone - check out your local library to see what’s on.

Events include Mrs Armitage on Wheels, a joyful theatrical adventure brought to life by Scoot Theatre and Farnham Maltings. Based on the much-loved story by Quentin Blake, this interactive show features live music, puppetry, and physical comedy - perfect for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups. Performances will take place at libraries and parks across Buckinghamshire, including High Wycombe, Chesham, Aylesbury, and Chandos Park in Buckingham. Don’t miss out - book your free tickets now online.

The Summer Reading Challenge is all about reading for fun, aiming to improve children’s reading skills and confidence. This year’s theme of Story Garden is all about Adventures in Nature and the Great Outdoors and inspires children to tap into a world of imagination through reading, exploring the magical connection between storytelling and nature. The Challenge is open to children aged 4-11 and runs through to 13 September. Visit the Summer Reading Challenge website to sign up online, or alternatively, pop into your local library.

Our local museums both have lots of family friendly activities on throughout the summer holidays. Enjoy some Cosmic Adventures at the Discover Bucks Museum in Aylesbury with a range of space-themed craft making and activities for all ages. At the Wycombe Museum in High Wycombe you can get messy with clay, delve into science or take part in a bug trail. Get all the details on the websites. Discover Bucks Museum – www.discoverbucksmuseum.org and Wycombe Museum – www.wycombemuseum.org.uk

Buckinghamshire leisure centres are also a great place to spend a few hours enjoying a fun swim, soft play or other sports including climbing and badminton. Each centre has its own timetable so take a look and book ahead as some sessions fill up quickly: www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/leisure-centres

Don’t forget, the Buckinghamshire Culture Open Weekend takes place from 28 to 31 August. Over four days, groups, organisations and creatives will hold events across the county, with immersive and interactive activities around the theme of Stories and Nature. From workshops to crafts and immersive music to cooking – there’s something for everyone. Find out all the detail on the website: https://buckinghamshireculture.org/events/category/open-weekend-2025/

There are also free Weekends of Wonder events taking place across the county throughout the summer as part of this year’s WhizzFizz festival. Visit the website to find out more: https://www.buckinghamshire.gov.uk/campaign/whizzfizz-2025/

Peter Brazier, Buckinghamshire Council’s Cabinet Member for Culture & Leisure said: “With so much to choose from right here on our doorstep in Buckinghamshire, families really will be spoilt for choice this summer.”

Peter added: “We know entertaining the kids over the long summer break can be an expense and so it’s great to know that there are so many low or no cost things to do so that whatever your budget, no-one misses out on having a fun and carefree summer holiday.”