This Week's Bin Collection:
No bin collections this week.
This Week's Bin Collection:
No bin collections this week.
The Talbot Village Trust, in partnership with Active Dorset, has launched a consultation to explore ways of improving accessibility in the woodland and enhancing the future facilities at Slades Park and they would love to hear from you.For the woodland, ideas include:• Improving path surfaces (no tarmac!)• Introducing low-level, seasonal timed lighting on key routes• Adding wayfinding signage and interpretation boards about local ecology and history• Keeping other areas peaceful and natural for wildlife and quiet enjoymentHow to get involved:Come along and chat with Julia and Kira: Tuesday 28th October or Saturday 1st November 10am – 4pm Slades Park Pavilion and Slades Lane.They’ll have paper copies of the survey and will be happy to talk through your ideas in more detail. You can also take part online here: Community VoicesGet hands-on:The winter conservation volunteering programme has also restarted! Join the team on
Tuesdays and Fridays (10am–12pm & 1:30–3:30pm).
Volunteers meet at the Slades Park Café before heading out to help care for the woodland, a great way to connect with nature and your community.Let’s help shape the future of these wonderful green spaces together!
(added 27/10/25)
Now that the Universities are back in full swing for the new student year, this is just a reminder to re-iterate that all coffee shops and food venues as well as the shop are open to the general public if you wish to visit at any time during the week.
Some of us have already used the food outlet in the Fusion Building. I can heartily recommend the Fish and Chips on a Friday – good portions and very good value!!
The current weekly menu can always be found on this link here or by clicking on the photo opposite. The link can also be found on our Directory page under Fusion Building Menu.
The library is also open to use, you would need to bring along a form of photograph ID and the library will issue you with a card.
Also, you are welcome to join the gym at SportBU. Here is a link to some details.
SportBU prices and merchandise | Bournemouth University
There are also sports facilities at the BU Chapel Gate site at Parley near the Airport.
To orientate yourselves, a map of the campus can be found here
You can find links to both University websites on our Directory page if you wish to explore more deeply.
(revised 18/10/25)
Rehan Zia, a professional photographer, who lives on the village, is generously offering a 20% discount on all his services.
Whether that is for recording a wedding, a commission for portraits of the children / family or simply purchasing some of his stunning prints, that discount will apply.
Look at the full story on their website to see how these changes affect you and review the new timetable before starting your journey.
More information can be found by contacting Rehan directly and visiting his various media:
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07825 752796
Facebook: rehan.zia.94
Website: www.rehanzia.net
Twitter: @rehan_zia
(added 29/09/2025)
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.
Remember, the Timetable Link is always available from our Directory page.
The U2 and U4 services resume from the 22nd September too.
(added 11/09/2025)
Message from Jo Keeling:
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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)
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)
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.
Paper forms are available in all libraries.
(added 15/07/2025)
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)
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:
You still have time to make your views known and sign the petition, as the closing date for entries is tomorrow.
(added 21/06/2025)
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)
Message from Jo Keeling, our Chair of the TVRA:
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.
(added 25/05/2025)
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.
(added 07/05/2025)
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)
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”
(added 04/05/2025)
More Buses have announced their revised timetables for the Easter weekend. The main change for us is that there will be no Number 36 service on Good Friday. Full details below:
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(added 11/04/2025)
Leaflets are dropping through doors regarding BCP Council and proposals to establish a Town Council for Bournemouth and Poole which would include Talbot Village. The Town Council could cover things like recreation grounds, car parks public toilets allotments etc. It even includes bus shelters It could also comment on Planning Applications. However there would be additional costs involved, collected through Council Tax.
Whatever your views, you are encouraged to have your say. Follow the link below to register your opinion.
Closing date is 22nd June.
(added 08/04/2025)
In Karen’s Own words:
“Dear Talbot Village residents,
After much deliberation over a period of time, I have made a decision to step away from the Conservative Group on BCP Council, to resign my party membership, and to continue to serve until May 2027 as an Independent Councillor.
I have been a Conservative for many years and I have not taken this decision lightly, but as I no longer feel the party – or indeed any party- represents me this felt the right course of action.
I will of course continue to support all residents of Talbot and Branksome Woods ward with any issues you have.
I’ll no longer be at the monthly surgery at West Hants club but will look to set something up in the near future. Meanwhile, please contact me as before at [email protected]
Or mobile 07875 530149.
Thank you.”
(added 05/04/2025)
SARS CARS are generously offering a 25% discount to all Members when hiring their VW Campervan for a wedding or special occasion. Simply present your valid Membership card when arranging details. The owner explains it well:
“Hello! I’m Sonya, and I created this business to share the joy and charm of Lily, my beloved Classic VW Campervan, with others. Nothing makes me happier than seeing the smiles and excitement she brings! Let me help make your wedding day unforgettable, with the unique experience of a vintage campervan ride. Capture beautiful memories with family and friends as you enjoy the fun and elegance of Lily on your very special day.”
More information can be found by contacting Sonya:
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: 07495 931601
Facebook: SAR’s Cars
(added 14/03/2025)
Bournemouth Battery Centre, at the junction of Alton Road and Kinson Road in Wallisdown have kindly offered a 5% discount to all Members on all their products and services on presentation of a valid Membership card.
• Free battery testing
• Battery fitting service
• Free alternator testing
• Local delivery service
• A wide selection of batteries for cars, vans, motorbikes, mobility scooters, marine and jetskis, and leisure
• Free battery disposal
• Number plate supply and fitting
More information on their services can be found at their website:
(added 08/03/2025)
To re-iterate, all coffee shops and food venues as well as the shop are open to the general public if you wish to visit at any time during the week.
Some of us have already used the food outlet in the Fusion Building. I can heartily recommend the Fish and Chips on a Friday – good portions and very good value!!
The current weekly menu can always be found on this link here or by clicking on the photo opposite. The link can also be found on our Directory page under Fusion Building Menu.
The library is also open to use, you would need to bring along a form of photograph ID and the library will issue you with a card.
Also, you are welcome to join the gym at SportBU. Here is a link to some details.
SportBU prices and merchandise | Bournemouth University
There are also sports facilities at the BU Chapel Gate site at Parley near the Airport.
To orientate yourselves, a map of the campus can be found here
You can find links to both University websites on our Directory page if you wish to explore more deeply.
(revised 11/03/25)
Holmes of Beauty are very happy to provide Members of the TVRA discounts on their hair and beauty treatments.
They are the new salon that has just opened on Wallisdown Road by the roundabout.
Simply show them your TVRA Membership Card to get the discounts.
Specifically, they are pleased to offer Talbot Village Residents:
– 20% off their first appointment
– 10% off all future appointments (excluding aesthetic injectable treatments with their nurse)
– There is also a monthly postcode lottery draw—one lucky resident will win a £25 voucher every month to use at our Wallisdown branch.
Further details can be found by visiting their website on this link or by clicking on the photo opposite
(added 01/03/25)
The TVRA Committee would like to wish all our members, and fellow residents of Talbot Village, a very happy and joyful festive season ahead.
Let us all hope for a successful and prosperous 2025 to come.
A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
(added 19/12/23)
More Buses have advised of their reduced services over the Christmas period.
Please take a look at the revised timetables by following the link below or by clicking on the picture opposite
(added 04/12/24)
(added 16/10/24)
Freshers fortnight started today (23rd September) and as a consequence there is a full complement of U1, U2, U3 and U4 services running again.
Strangely, if you have picked up the new More Buses winter paper timetable (issued on the 16th), the U1 and U4 are omitted, but to confirm, they are running.
A link to the More Buses online timetable is always available on our Community page (as is the route planner), but it is listed here too: More Buses Timetables
An added bonus, for the duration of the Freshers fortnight, all ‘U’ services to and from the University are free!!
As an aside, for those night owls amongst us, Service N5 has been re-introduced from Bournemouth to the University on Friday and Saturday nights (until 04.25am)
(added 22/09/2024)
Cigarette butts are the most littered item in the world. As part of a national trial to help reduce cigarette litter, Keep Britain Tidy are giving out free Butt Boxes.
Stocks are limited & supplied by PB Fulfilment. Please limit orders to two per person.
By ordering a Butt Box, you will be doing your bit to help keep litter off the ground.
Follow this link to order yours now: Butt Box
Or click on the picture opposite.
(added 19/08/2024)
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(added 16/07/2024)
The result from the Public Inquiry in relation to the Highmoor Farm planning application was originally expected on the 28th May 2024.
However due to the upcoming General Election on July 4th, the result will now not be announced until after the election.
More information can be found at this link or by clicking on the photo opposite. A revised date has yet to be confirmed. This will be published on this site as soon as it is known.
(added 27/05/2024)
The chance to comment on BCP draft local plan has now passed, as the deadline has been reached. As you are all aware, Talbot Village and its residents will still be affected, as the land surrounding the village (particularly Highmoor Farm) is still included in this latest iteration of the plan (click on the picture opposite or this link BCP Draft Local Plan to see the plan – particularly page 68 to read the finer detail).
Thankyou to all those who took the time to make their opinions known.
If you would like to read what the chair of the TVRA, Jo Keeling said, please click on this Link or on the picture opposite.
(added 07/05/2024)
Slades Park has now been incorporated into the Parks Foundation charity. The aim of the charity is to enhance parks across the BCP area, so that people and wildlife can flourish in harmony.
Already a series of events have been organised to take place in Slades Park. For more details on events, please visit the link here or click on the picture opposite. Once there, select Slades Farm from the dropdown to see all the events at a glance taking place. Most are free to take part in.
The Parks Foundation link has been added to the Community page for future reference.
(added 06/05/2024)
The BCP draft local plan has been issued (to replace the Poole Local Plan that has been in force since 2018). Talbot Village and its residents will still be affected, as the land surrounding the village (particularly Highmoor Farm) is still included in this latest iteration of the plan (click on the picture opposite or this link BCP Draft Local Plan to see the plan – particularly page 68 to read the finer detail).
If you want to make your opinion known about this plan and any other issues, please take the opportunity to do this by following the Have Your Say link here.
(added 21/03/2024)
Hopefully some of our residents can help with this appeal that has been raised by St. Marks Church?
This old hall has been one of the foundations of the community for over 50 years, and as you can read, still plays a vital role for the children in the area via various groups such as Scouts, Brownies, Guides and a Mini Mice Pre-School.
If you able to help with any of the tasks outlined, please get in touch by contacting one of the Hall Users or via this email address: [email protected]
Jo Keeling, the chair of the Talbot Village Residents Association, has already contacted Talbot Village Trust, to see if they can offer a grant to help fund some of the work that needs carrying out. You can read this letter here
(added 04/03/2024)
L’arte is going to be closed on Sunday’s from the 10th March 2024 until further notice.
Dan, the manager from the coffee shop, anticipates that the cafe will re-open later in the year, but for now there will be no opening on Sundays.
Dan apologises to any regular customers who do come in on a Sunday, but there is simply not enough patronage to continue opening each week.
Further announcements will posted here if and when things change.
(added 03/03/2024)
Talbot Voices is a recently formed oral history group, consisting of about 15 volunteers, who all have an interest in the history of our village. They would love to hear from anyone who has stories, information or reminisces regarding the history of the village.
If you would like to contribute or get involved in some way, further details can be found on their Talbot Voices page under the Talbot Village Trust website – Link Here or by clicking on the picture.
There is also an email address that can be used to get in touch with them too: [email protected]
(added 25/02/2024)
Glenferness Avenue is to be subject to more traffic disruption due to the further extension of the cycle lane network, and incorporating some drainage and road improvement work too.
Disruption is scheduled to start 22nd February for up to 4 months. For more details you can follow this Link to an Echo article or click on the picture
(added 19/02/2024)
Conor Burns has started an initiative to try and address some of the problems with the Town Centre, but also to address associated issues in the wider BCP area. He is asking for comments and feedback from all residents as to possible solutions.
Further details and the survey can be found by clicking on the picture or this link Build Bournemouth Back
Conor Burns related Newsletter
For those who are on Facebook there is an associated Facebook link
(added 01/02/2024)
BCP Council and Dorset Council are running a survey to gather feedback and experiences which launched on Monday 22 January, and goes to Sunday 3 March.
People are being asked what they think are the key opportunities and issues to help the councils develop a new joint Local Transport Plan.
Further details can be found by clicking on the picture or this Transport Link
(related BBC Link)
(added 24/01/2024)
Following the first Committee meeting of 2024, held on Monday 8th January, there is now an additional Committee Member – Caroline Davies.
Some of you may know Carrie, or at least have being served by her, as she works in the Village shop most days of the week.
Like most of the Committee, she has lived in the Village for 20 plus years, and brings lots of local knowledge and no little enthusiasm to the team.
(added 10/01/24)
(added 22/12/23)
The TVRA Committee would like to wish all our members, and fellow residents of Talbot Village, a very happy and joyful festive season ahead.
Let us all hope for a successful and prosperous 2024 to come.
A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
(added 20/12/23)
The 2nd Postbox on the village, that fell down earlier in the year, is finally open to accept letters. The picture is slightly rain splattered, but hopefully you can see that Collections are 9am Monday to Friday, and 7.00am on Saturday.
As a reminder from the earlier post (01/11/23), it is now sited at the end (or start, depending how you approach it) of the cycle / walk way through the centre of the village. It is opposite Valley View and next to the dog bin and railings.
(added 19/12/23)
More Buses have just announced their Festive Period timetables for the Christmas and New Year Periods 2023 / 4.
Remember the University is on break from 15th December to 8th January, so there will be no U2 and U4 services during this time.
For full details of how services are affected, please click on the picture or click here
(added 04/12/23)
The changes to bin collections over the 2023 festive period have been announced by the Council.
The last normal collections take place the week commencing 18th December and do not revert to normality until the week commencing 15th January 2024.
Full details of collection dates can be found on the BCP site by clicking on the picture or clicking here
(added 03/12/23)
The first of the monthly running get togethers, organised by Dan from L’arte, took place on Sunday 3rd December.
About 15 hardy souls braved the rain and cold to this first, of what is hopefully a regular monthly occurrence.
All ages and abilities are catered for, so if you would like to join in a future event, please keep an eye on the upcoming events page for the next planned date. (added 03/12/23)
Work has finally started on the re-development of White Farm in the woods opposite the University and near to Slades Farm. The work is likely to be ongoing for quite some time. For those that don’t know, it is being developed into sheltered accommodation for use by the charity Diverse Abilities.
Be aware, that if you do walk through the woods near there, particularly dog walkers, the ground is very churned up due to the combination of heavy machinery and the amount of rain we have recently had. (added 17/11/23)
Another discount has been arranged for Members in respect of Day Care at Richmondwood Care Home.
19, Richmond Park Avenue
Bournemouth
BH8 9DL
From 2nd November there is 20% off fees. For more details, call 01202 511179 or visit the Richmondwood Website
Remember, all discounts can be found on the Member Discounts page
(added 04/11/23)
The 2nd Postbox on the village, that fell down earlier in the year, has been replaced. It is now sited at the end (or start, depending how you approach it) of the cycle / walk way through the centre of the village. It is opposite Valley View and next to the dog bin and railings. The postbox is not yet in use, but we will keep you posted (sorry!!) as to when it is active.
(added 01/11/23)
Great news for Members – from 26th October two new discounts are available on presentation of your membership cards.
All discounts can be viewed at the Member Discounts page
10% off all orders at Makisu on Gillett Road (Link on Community Page)
10% off all hair treatments at Redlocks Hairdressers on Kinson Road, Wallisdown –Redlocks Website
