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More Bus Timetable changes from 15th September

More Buses have announced their Winter Timetables starting from Monday 15th September.

Here’s a quick overview of what’s new:
• Night buses will now run every night of the week!
• Winter timetables return for our Breezer services
• 14 – additional journeys on all days of the week
• 15 – reliability improvements across all journeys
• 16/17 – additional journeys on all days of the week
• X1/X2 – reliability improvements across all journeys
• X3 – the timetable has been improved to make train connections easier.
• 12, 120, 125 and 191/193 have a number of reliability improvements

Look at the full story on their website to see how these changes affect you and review the new timetable before starting your journey.

Meridian News picks up on the potential loss of the 36 bus!

Message from Jo Keeling:

I was contacted by ITV Meridian News about BCP’s proposed cuts to bus subsidies and the potential loss of the No. 36 bus service, a decision that would have a huge impact on residents in Talbot Village. I submitted a response from the TVRA for the consultation and hoped other residents did too.

To help share the real human cost of these cuts, I introduced ITV to three local residents who rely on the 36 every day. They spoke to reporter Richard Slee, explaining how vital this service is for accessing shops, medical appointments, work and staying connected to the wider community. It also helps to reduce car usage and congestion in some already very congested roads.

I’m grateful that their voices have been heard on regional news because this is not just about numbers on a council spreadsheet, it’s about people’s independence and quality of life.

Well done and thank you to the residents who took part. Thank you for being the voices of all the residents who use this service. Fingers crossed BCP Council will have a rethink.

You can watch the coverage on the left or by following this Link

(P.S. apologies for the bell jingling in the first few seconds… that’s Teddy’s collar, he simply wouldn’t sit still during filming!

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Echo have picked up on the story too – see Recent Articles lower down this page.

(revised 11/09/2025)

Cycle Rack Funding Secured!

The bid for Community Infrastructure Levy funding for new cycle racks in Talbot Village has been successful!

After researching the need, preparing the application, held a meeting with the landowners so we could gain their permission and agree a suitable location near the Premier shop on Gillett Road and then battled with BCP when they couldn’t find our bid! The gentlemen who own the land were very supportive and that meant we could now move forward with this much-needed improvement.

These racks will finally give residents and visitors a secure place to lock their bikes if they choose to cycle to the shops, café or Drs/Dental Surgery and hopefully help free up some of the parking spaces in the lay-by for those who still need to drive.

Plans are now being drawn up and we expect to know more in the coming weeks about when installation will take place.

(added 01/09/2025)

Wallisdown Road Improvement Scheme – Phase 4

There will be further disruption along Wallisdown Road as part of the ongoing road improvement scheme. The road will be fully closed for traffic travelling towards the Mountbatten Arms roundabout between between Scott Rd and Benbow Crescent.

Alternative routes using Kinson Road and Alder Road will need to be used if travelling that way. There may be delays if coming the other way too during busy periods.

Notices have already gone up on the University roundabout, but to re-iterate, dates quoted are 8th September to 1st December 2025

(revised 25/08/2025)

Underpass Transformation completed

I’m sure many of you have seen the newly renovated underpass that joins Talbot Village and St. Marks School and Church. If you haven’t, please go take a look at this great enhancement to our village. A short message from Jo from when it was officially opened on August 1st:

This project began through CommUNIty, a collaboration between the Talbot Village Residents’ Association and Bournemouth University, built around a simple idea: to bring people together through health, well being and shared purpose.

One of our very first hopes was to turn this forgotten space into something meaningful, not just a safer, cleaner place to walk through but a visual celebration of Talbot Village and the people who call it home.

Thanks to the incredible students at Arts University Bournemouth, that dream has become a reality. Their talent and imagination brought our vision to life, creating a mural that tells the story of 200 years of village history, a daily inspiration for school children, students and residents alike.

We’re so grateful to CC Infrastructure Services for donating their time and expertise to prepare the space and to the Talbot Village Trust for their generous funding support. Big thanks also to the BCP Council Culture Team whose guidance and encouragement helped make this possible.

And a heartfelt thank you to Rev. Wells and his lovely family from St Mark’s Church for joining us to cut the ribbon and bless this space with warmth and hope. Thanks also to all the wonderful residents who came to celebrate the occasion with us. This was a true team effort, a living example of what happens when residents, universities, charities and councils come together with shared purpose.

When we pool our creativity, passion and commitment, even the most unlikely places can be transformed into something full of life and meaning.

Thank you to everyone who played a part in this journey. It’s been a joy to watch it come to life and I hope it brings a little moment of pride and connection to all who pass through

(added 19/08/2025)

Cllr Phil Broadhead to Step Down

Message from Jo Keeling:

“I am now able to inform you that our ward councillor,

Phil Broadhead, has announced he will be stepping down from BCP Council and as Leader of the Opposition.

You can read the full article in the Recent Articles Section further down this page.

Phil has served our community in Talbot and Branksome Woods with dedication over a number of years, including a period as Deputy Leader and as Leader of the Council. His contributions and support to our area have been greatly appreciated.

On behalf of TVRA, I would like to thank Phil

for his service and commitment to our ward and wish him and his family all the very best for their future in sunny Dubai. “

(added 30/07/2025)

Work ongoing in the Underpass between the University and Historic Talbot Village

Some of you have probably already noticed the posters that have gone up at both ends of the Underpass that joins Talbot Village with Historic Talbot Village and the woods.

This is to allow for cleaning and maintenance of the area and also to allow for the painting of a mural.

The Underpass will remain open throughout the process, but please be aware that cleaning and painting will be ongoing and some sections of the pathway will have barriers in situ to provide space for those working in there.

So if cycling or using a scooter, be aware that parts of the underpass may be blocked off. Care is advised.

(added 16/07/2025)

Have your say – Subsidised Bus Routes Consultation – including the 36

BCP Council are again asking for peoples opinions on the bus routes that are subsidised by the council.

Most bus routes across BCP run without extra financial help from the council. However, some routes with fewer passengers, such as evening and Sunday services or those that serve areas away from the busy roads, need financial support to keep running. This is known as bus subsidies.

The number 36 that runs around Fern Barrow and runs to Talbot View and Kinson is one such route.

If you use this route regularly or even occasionally and would like to see it continue, it is advised that you make your opinion known. Deadline for completion is 18th August.

Consultation Link

Paper forms are available in all libraries.

(added 15/07/2025)

Slades Farm Pavilion has a newly renovated outside space

For those of you that visit the Slades Farm café, or take part in any of the regular events they organise at the Pavilion or the Community Centre (see the events page for a full listing), there is a very elegant newly renovated outside space in which to enjoy your coffee and cake on a nice sunny day.

There is also a table tennis table available for those of a more energetic disposition.

There is no need to book – if the table is not being used, you are free to use it.

Bats and a ball are available from inside the Pavilion – just pop into the café and ask a member of staff. Or bring your own equipment if you prefer?

(added 02/07/2025)

TVRA Chair, Jo Keeling in the Echo

As you are aware, Jo, our TVRA Chair, has been working tirelessly on our behalf in opposing the creation of a Poole Town Council (see items below).

The recent meeting held by the TVRA that was attended by residents on the subject was overwhelmingly against the proposal.

The Bournemouth Echo interviewed her recently and you can find the article linked below:

Echo Article

You still have time to make your views known and sign the petition, as the closing date for entries is tomorrow.

Sign the Petition

Town Council Consultation

(added 21/06/2025)

More Buses – Summer Timetable Changes

From the end of May the new More Buses Summer Timetable came into effect. Please check timetables carefully before making your journey.

Paper timetables are available on some buses, and from the More Bus office in the Dolphin Centre. The mobile Phone App and website are also good places to look. A link to the Website and Route map can be found on our directory page.

Of note is that the University buses are radically altered from the 30th June, when the university officially closes for the summer. There will be reduced services running on the U1 and U3, and sadly no U2 or U4 service at all.

(added 09/06/2025)

Please sign the Petition if you don’t want Parish Councils

Message from Jo Keeling, our Chair of the TVRA:

“As many of you know, I try and work hard to put our community first, to make it a nice place to live in.

I really need your support with a petition I’ve launched with a friend Daniel in the TBW ward. A big decision is being made that could affect how our local area is run and we believe the residents deserve a proper say in it.

This isn’t about politics, it’s about fairness and doing what’s right for all of us. So please, take a minute to sign it and share it with friends, family, neighbours anyone who cares about our community having a voice!

Thank you for always backing the things that matter, I promise to keep doing the same for you”

Sign the Petition

(added 25/05/2025)

Talbot Village Trust first promotional material for the innovation quarter

Talbot Village Trust already putting out marketing literature regarding the yet to be approved Innovation Quarter under the guise of Talbot Quarter.

Full details can be found at the link below. Please take a look at what they are initially proposing. As you would expect, it all looks very positive for the local community!! Despite the fact that the already congested Wallisdown Road will have to bear another 1300+ vehicle trips a day.

Talbot Quarter

(added 07/05/2025)

Revised opening hours at L’arte

For those who visit L’arte in the village, please be aware of the revised opening hours until further notice:

Monday – Friday: 8am to 3pm

Saturday: 9am to 3pm

Sunday: Closed

(added 06/05/2025)

Further Information on the Proposal to Introduce Town and Parish Councils

A further Leaflet has dropped through doors regarding BCP Council and proposals to establish a Town Council for Bournemouth and Poole which would include Talbot Village (See opposite).

Message from Jo Keeling, chair of the TVRA:

“Please can I urge everyone on this group to share their opinion on the parish and town councils. If you do have Facebook, please make your view known on the simple poll on the Talbot Village Group page.

For those who wanted more info I have put together some info with the pros and cons (link here) I am also hoping to hold a residents’ meeting with our ward councillors and will update you with date/time as soon as it’s confirmed. The consultation date ends June 22nd. As many of us as possible need to complete the surveys. I will submit my own and also one as Chair of the TVRA”

Town Council Proposal

(added 04/05/2025)

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