Frequently Asked Questions

Question

Is the Splash and Play in Parson's Close Recreation Ground Open?

Answer 1

Yes it is! The Splash and Play is open daily from 10am-5pm.

We don’t yet have an agreed date when the facility will be de-commissioned for the autumn/winter, but expect it to remain open throughout September (weather conditions permitting).

Beach and toilets: are open from 10:00 – 15:00 (Monday – Sunday)

Answer 2

We are delighted to announce that the new inclusive adventure play area based at Parson’s Close Recreation Ground is now open for all to enjoy!

Answer 3

You can find out what services, advice and events the TACTIC Centre is working by visiting https://www.leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk/tactic-centre/

Answer 4

There are car parks at Duncombe Drive, Hockliffe Street and the multi storey car park in West Street. All are just a short walk away.

Parking is currently free of charge on a Wednesday and Saturday in Duncombe Drive and Hockliffe Street car parks.

Answer 5

They are in the multi-storey car park in West Street and can also be accessed on foot via Waterborne Walk.

We are currently operating restricted access to ensure safe distancing.

Weekdays – Open at 8am and Closed at 5pm (open at 7am on Tuesdays)
Weekends – Open at 9am and Closed at 3.30pm

Due to Covid-19 they are closed for 10 minutes every hour to clean surfaces. We also close for ½ hour closure at 11am and then at 2pm to accommodate further cleaning.

Answer 6

The Meadows are one of the floodplains of the River Ouzel and are therefore subject to seasonal flooding. This contributes to the unique characteristics of the meadows and to the plant and animal communities found there. The meadows support a range of plants typical of damp meadows including meadowsweet, cuckoo flower, marsh marigold and yellow iris.
The Water Meadows are carefully managed as a countryside site and as part of this management, cattle grazing encourages the spread of traditional meadow flowers and their associated wildlife.

Update 05.10.20 We are aware of the flooding in the meadows at this time. The Greensand Trust assures us that while the access road is not passable the cows are being given additional feed and being closely monitored.

Answer 7

To view land in Central Bedfordshire and details such as who is responsible for managing it, visit the My Central Beds website and enter the postcode.

For information regarding waterways, in the first instance contact the Canal & Rivers Trust. Different stretches of waterway are managed by different organisations and so the Trust will help identify who you will need to contact depending on the exact location.

Answer 8

We have now resumed hire for the clubs that were using our pavilions before lockdown.

We are also now accepting bookings for private hire, please visit our Venue page to find out more.

Answer 9

The White House is now open to the public between the hours 09:30 – 15:30 Monday – Friday (subject to staffing). The Telephone lines are open 08:30 – 16:30.

If you need to speak to someone, the best way is to call our usual number on 01525631920, email info@leightonlinslade-tc.gov.uk or use our contact form.

Answer 10

If you have a concern about non-urgent crime or anti-social behaviour, you can report it using Bedfordshire Police’s non-emergency reporting page.

Reporting things such as anti-social behaviour can really help the police to identify hot-spots and make sure resources are proactive in the right areas.

If you wish to discuss the more general issue of anti-social behaviour, please contact Central Bedfordshire Council

Answer 11

If you want to busk you can, but you do need to be prepared to move along if anyone happens to complain. For example, if you are at the entrance to a business and they think it’s impacting their custom.

N.B. You must adhere to Government guidance and law regarding Covid. For information: www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/info/135/coronavirus/896/national_lockdown_stay_at_home

If you are also selling your CDs however, you will need a trading licence which can be obtained through Central Bedfordshire Council If you are not selling yet accept donations, think before recommending a donation level as it gives a price which may be interpreted as trading.

If you want to busk for fundraising purposes in the High Street you will need permission first from Central Bedfordshire Council

Answer 12

Do you live in a house in the south of Central Bedfordshire?

From Monday 16 November 2020 (it’ll take us around four weeks to deliver all the bins), you’ll receive two food waste bins: one 7-litre bin and one 23-litre bin. We’ll give you some bags (liners) for them, too: 100, in fact!

Collections will begin from 23 November 2020.

Find out more form Central Bedfordshire Council

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