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Wicken Conservation Society
Early Days
During the 1960s and 1970s, in common with many rural communities, concerns were felt in the village about development that was out of character with the traditional buildings of Wicken. Mr Dicken Moore, amongst others, lobbied the local council consistently for a more sympathetic approach.
In December 1987 a public meeting was called and the 38 villagers present agreed to establish an amenity group focusing on conservation. The Steering Committee was formed under the chairmanship of David Archibald, and included Bob Clapham, Dennis Harris, Peter Keens and Jenny Tansley. Margaret Bull was co-opted as Secretary.
The Society adopted four objectives:
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The promotion of conservation matters in Wicken
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The publication of a newsletter
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Regular review of planning applications
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The appearance and upkeep of the village
The first meeting of the Wicken Conservation Society took place on the 31st January 1988. The first edition of the Wicken News was edited and published by Jean Clark in May 1988 and consultation was requested with South Northamptonshire District Council (SNDC) about planning matters concerning the village.
Wicken News
Since 1988 there have been 50 issues, totalling more than 6,000 copies, with more than 290,000 pages of news, views, events and much more.
Membership
1989 - 65% of the
adult population of Wicken
2006 - 95% of the adult population of Wicken
How to become a member
Find out
how to join us by contacting any member of the Committee or by contacting
the Chairman by e-mail at:
Brian
Lloyd
Membership costs just
£4.00 per annum, which includes periodic copies of 'Wicken News',
our magazine about conservation issues and village activities.
If you have any comments or suggestions on this
website
then please e-mail them to webmaster@wickennorthants.co.uk
