News: March 2022

We would like to wish all our residents who follow the Islamic faith a happy Ramadan.

Bracknell Forest residents and businesses continue to show their generosity, as the borough prepares to welcome Ukrainian arrivals as part of the Family Visa and Homes for Ukraine visa schemes.

Construction work to develop the new Binfield Community and Health Hub is now underway after being formally marked with a groundbreaking ceremony.

Deputy Mayor and Mayoress visit the English Language Café and joined in the end of term celebrations.

There has recently been a rise in private fostering arrangements, and it is important that residents understand the need to inform the local authority.

Bracknell Forest Council has teamed up with The Lexicon to bring a spectacular 10-day event to the town centre.

World Autism Acceptance Week takes place on Monday, 28 March to Sunday, 3 April, and aims to help create a society that works for autistic people.

Fulmars, a gull-like seabird, a giant dandelion and dragonfly, and skylarks, are the exciting new art features to be provided at 3 locations at Jennett’s Park.

On the second anniversary of the first COVID-19 lockdown, Bracknell Forest Council is taking the opportunity to thank the volunteers who have helped in the community. Over the past two years, around 400 Bracknell Forest residents have given up over 32,000 hours to help others within the community.

To celebrate Her Majesty The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, we are waiving road closure charges for residents who wish to host street parties over the extended weekend.

​​​​​​​Parents and carers living in Bracknell Forest may be eligible to benefit from a free holiday club and activities programme (HAF) for children and young people over the school Easter, summer and Christmas holidays.

As part of the Forest Springs event, on Saturday 9 April 2022, Bracknell Forest Council and The Lexicon will be hosting an afternoon and evening of live music and dance in Bond Square, featuring a variety of exciting acts.