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Visits 54,162
As of 1st June 2026
The site reached the milestone of 50,000 visits in March 2025
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June 2026
May 2026
Road Works
The road closure on Pottery Lane means the potholes are being repaired.
Parish Council Minutes
The minutes of the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council and the ordinary parish council meeting, held on 7th May, are now available on the 'Parish Council' pages.
Pottery Lane Closure
Rural Thefts
We are seeing an increase in fuel thefts from rural, farming communities including Oil and Diesel.
North Yorkshire Police will be conducting visits to farms in the community, if you would like us to specifically come and see you then please contact us on: harrogate.outer@northyorkshire.police.uk to arrange a time and date that is suitable. We ask that you ensure that all security measures are taken, and items of high value are locked securely somewhere safe. Please continue to be vigilant at this time.
If you have any information regarding this, then please report it by calling 101 - If suspicious activity is happening and you have concerns, call 999.
Hannah Gill
(North Yorkshire Police, PCSO, Harrogate and Ripon)
Parish Council AGM
At the parish council AGM, Christopher Orme was elected as Chair with Jackie Laugher elected as his vice-chair. A photo of the whole council can be found on the 'Parish Council' pages.
PLANNED ROAD RESTRICTION NOTIFICATION - JD232U19058542-04
Location: Littlethorpe Lane, Littlethorpe CP, Littlethorpe
Description of works: Road closure for Northern Powergrid to provide new electric connection
The Restriction will be in place for a period of 9 days between 22nd June 2026 and 30th June 2026
The Road Restriction and any associated traffic management can be viewed using this URL link https://one.network/?tm=GB150068768
Regards
North Yorkshire Council
Jack's Journal
Jack Laugher and Anthony Harding have done it again with a brilliant bronze medal. This time, it was at the World Aquatics Diving World Cup Super Final event in Beijing. They are now looking forward to the European Championships in Paris in the summer.
Are you supporting or caring for someone with Dementia?
The Herbert Protocol is a nationwide scheme adopted by all UK police forces with the aim of reducing the risk of harm to someone living with Dementia who may go missing, by enabling swift access to key information that can help the police find the person more quickly.
We have previously requested a hard copy of the form is completed by their carer, updated regularly and produced to Police on request.
We are now working in Partnership with 'Safe & Found Online' (SAFO) who offer an editable, digital copy of the form.
As part of Missing Persons strategies, UK Police Forces are encouraging carers of vulnerable people who are a risk of going missing to compile useful information about them, via this website https://safeandfoundonline.co.uk/index.html
Should a person suffering from Dementia, be reported as a missing person, we will be able to access the information their carer has recorded on the form, immediately.
Potential lifesaving information can be with the police at the touch of a button.
Alison Swan
(North Yorkshire Police, PCSO, Harrogate Outer)
April 2026
Littlethorpe Young People's Development Fund
The village hall committee has funds available from money previously held in the Serjeanston trust to provide financial support for the young people of Littlethorpe.
The committee has decided to make an annual grant of up to £100 to promote Education, sport, music, art, writing and reading.
If you feel your project would meet any of the above criteria and you would like to apply, please contact Sue Little, secretary of the Littlethorpe Village Hall Committee, on 01765 690485 or email suelittle500@btinternet.com for an application form.
Completed application forms to be returned to Mrs Sue Little, The Old Workshop, Pottery Lane, Littlethorpe, HG4 3LS
Notice is hereby given:
Littlethorpe Village Hall AGM will be held on Saturday 16th May2026 at 10am.
All villagers are welcome to attend the meeting.
Safe!
Isn't it wonderful that some people care enough to save a lamb from drowning in the canal! Thank you to Ian Seeger Horner and a kind passer-by who stopped to help him.
Parish Council Meetings
The agendas for the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council, and the parish council meeting which immediately follows it, can be found on the 'Parish Council' pages.
Annual Parish Meeting Minutes
The minutes of the recent Annual Parish meeting are now available on the 'Parish Council' pages.
PLANNED ROAD RESTRICTION NOTIFICATION - TZ009RRT-RIPON-CIV137-TW-01
Location: Pottery Lane, Littlethorpe CP, Littlethorpe
Description of works: Road closure for Quickline Communications Ltd to install telecoms cable
The Restriction will be in place for a period of 3 days between 24th April 2026 and 26th April 2026. Closure will only be in place between the hours of 09:30 and 15:30.
The Road Restriction and any associated traffic management can be viewed using this URL link https://one.network/?tm=GB149632597
Regards
North Yorkshire Council
Annual Parish Meeting
This was an enjoyable and interesting evening hearing about village activities which was preceded by a glass of wine or a soft drink. There were reports from various village activities. Unfortunately, few villagers came but Jo Langton, who only moved into the village at the weekend, was there to meet everyone and find out more about the village. Welcome to Littlethorpe, Jo (and your family). All reports will appear on the Parish Council website shortly.
Enjoying a glass of wine before the meeting.
Village website
Littlethorpe Parish Council (Jackie Laugher not present)
Back row: Vhairi Luck, Neil Robinson, Kirstin Wood
Front row: Keith Pettitt (Parish Clerk), Christopher Orme (Chair)
Reminder
Don't forget that the Annual Parish Meeting is being held tonight (14th) in the village hall. It starts at 7.30pm and everyone is welcome. The agenda is available on the 'Parish Council' page.
Criminals stole over £879 million through investment fraud in 2025.
Victims of investment fraud lost an average of £1,675 every minute last year, new figures from the City of London Police, the National Lead Force for Fraud, have revealed.
Criminals stole £879.8 million through investment fraud last year - an average of £2.4 million a day.
In 2025, 34,673 people reported investment fraud to Report Fraud, the national service that replaced Action Fraud in December 2025. This marks a 31 per cent rise on the previous year. The rise in reporting is not only linked to an increase in investment fraud, but also due to the point at which victims realise what has happened. Reports began climbing steadily from March and spiked in July and September when many people review their investments, move money into new products or check their returns ahead of the new financial year.
As part of wider fraud‑prevention work, we are urging the public to take simple steps to protect themselves.
Before making any investment, use the FCA’s firm checker tool, to confirm whether a firm or individual is authorised. The tool can be accessed via the FCA website and is one of the most effective ways to avoid cloned firms and bogus advisers.
We encourage anyone considering an investment to be cautious of unsolicited messages, adverts promising unusually high returns, or requests to keep the offer “confidential”.
You can also contact the Financial Conduct Authority’s consumer helpline on 0800 111 6768 or report suspicious businesses or individuals by using the reporting form on their website.
Any suspicious activity should be reported to Report Fraud as soon as possible at www.reportfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040. In Scotland, victims of fraud and cybercrime should report to Police Scotland on 101.
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Storm Dave
An amber weather warning was issued ahead of Storm Dave with winds of up to 60mph possible. Littlethorpe seems to have avoided major damage but a tree by the junction at the church did come down.
Easter Day at St. Michael's
The flower arranging ladies had been busy at St. Michael's creating wonderful displays on the font, the altar and every window for the Easter Day service which was led by Cliff Bowman. Despite the inclement weather, the service was well attended.
From left to right: Christine Curtis, Trevor Vaughan, Glenys Gittings, Christopher Orme, Christin Thackray and Cliff Bowman
The font was decorated by Nicola Routledge
Annual Parish Meeting
The agenda for the Annual Parish Meeting, to be held on 14th April, is now available on the 'Parish Council' pages. This is NOT a parish council meeting but a chance for villagers to meet socially and hear about activities which take place in the village so please come along.
March 2026
Palm Sunday
Nina Harrison led the service on Palm Sunday and, following the service, everyone in the congregation received a palm cross.
New Parish Councillor
Following the resignation of Gerry Spoors, Kirstin Wood has been co-opted onto the parish council.
Parish Council Minutes
The minutes of the parish council meeting, held on 19th March, are now available to view on the 'Parish Council' pages.
PLANNED ROAD RESTRICTION NOTIFICATION
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Location: Pottery Lane, Littlethorpe CP, Littlethorpe, Unknown
Description of works: Excavate to install approx. 70m of telecoms cable.
The Restriction will be in place for a period of 3 days between 20th April 2026 and 22nd April 2026
The Road Restriction and any associated traffic management can be viewed using this URL link https://one.network/?tm=GBundefined
Regards
North Yorkshire Council
Stand-in Postman
Postman Dan has had an accident and has hurt his leg so Andy Lister is our stand-in postman.
No Chance!
This morning (19th) another rather large lorry attempted to get round Stud Cottage corner without success. He then reversed back down Pottery Lane to the church and onto Littlethorpe Lane before driving down Littlethorpe Road and finally onto Canal Lane to Ripon Motor Boat Club. Another sat nav problem?
Mothering Sunday
A photo from the Mothering Sunday service at St. Michael's can be found on the 'St. Michael's' pages.
Local Power Plan
Letter from Julian Smith MP
Mayor's Active Travel Fund
Letter from David Skaith, Mayor of York and North Yorkshire
Online crime reports - technical issues
Due to technical issues, if you have made an online report on the North Yorkshire Police website since 2am today (Friday 13 March), we will not have received it.
Please instead call us on 101. An update will be posted on our website when the issue is resolved.
Tom Stirling
(Police, Corporate Communications Manager, Corporate Communications)
Heads up
Littlethorpe Road is currently closed by Littlethorpe Park (8.30am 12th). There are no 'Road Closed' signs at either end of Littlethorpe Road just some very confusing 'Diversion' signs.
Community Engagement - Tesco, Ripon : Sun 15 Mar 10:00
Dear All,
Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Tesco at Ripon on Sunday 15th March at 10:00. Please take this opportunity to raise any concerns you may have, and to find out what we are doing to tackle the issues that matter to you.
Everyone is welcome and it would be great to see you there. For more information please contact me - PCSO Hannah Gill (3688) on hannah.gill@northyorkshire.police.uk
Hannah Gill
(North Yorkshire Police, PCSO, Harrogate and Ripon)
Sights and Sounds of Ripon Community house : Sat 14 Mar 10:00
Dear all,
Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team will be at Ripon Community house at Sharow View, 75 Allhallowgate, Ripon HG4 1LE on 14/03/2026 at 10:00-14:00. Please take this opportunity to raise any concerns you may have and to find out what we are doing to tackle the issues that matter to you.
Everyone is welcome and it would be great to see you there. For more information please contact me - Jack GUDGER on jack.gudger@northyorkshire.police.uk
Jack Gudger
(North Yorkshire Police, PCSO, Harrogate Outer)
Parish Council meeting
The agenda for the parish council meeting, to be held on Thursday 19th March, is now available on the 'Parish Council' pages.
Jack's Journal
Congratulations to Jack and diving partner Anthony Harding on winning a bronze medal in the World Aquatics Diving World Cup synchronised competition in Montreal, Canada.
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