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Allotments April 2025
We have a couple of allotments that have become available in Guiting Power, please get in touch if you would like further information or are interested in taking one on.
Archaeological Dig at Parsons Piece 16th August to 23rd September 2026
Background to the dig: Over the past few years through geophysics and excavation we have discovered the extensive remains of a medieval manor at Guting Power in the Cotswolds. Dating from the post Norman Conquest period we have located the remains of a large manor house with associated buildings arranged in a courtyard. The walls are very substantial and the building probably started life as a defended medieval tower and has been modified over time. The site has remained open over the Winter so we are ready to start on new archaeology straight away.
The 2026 excavation: The focus of the 2026 excavation will be to work on the Northern range of the building to see what type of buildings sit there. We have some substantial walls running towards this wing from our main building so they may be connected. Moreover, the archaeology is shallow here as witnessed by the evaluation trenches.
Excavation dates: The dates that we plan to be excavating on the site are (inclusive):
Sunday 16th to Wednesday 19th August
Sunday 23rd to Wednesday 26th August
Sunday 30th August to Wednesday 02nd September
Sunday 13th to Wednesday 16th September
Sunday 20th to Wednesday 23rd September
Bookings for this dig are now open. Please email your requested days to archeoscan@hotmail.co.uk. A Participant's Charter detailing what to bring to the site and how to get there will be sent with confirmation of booking.
Geoff Cuthbert has kindly given us permission to share a link to this wonderful 3D model he has produced of the archaeological dig.
Parsons Piece - Guiting Power
The manor at Guiting Power is first mentioned in the Saxon Chronicles in 814 and evolved to a likely administrative centre at its Domesday entry after the Norman invasion..
For further details http://www.archeoscan.com/excavation-opportunities/
Guiting Power Playing Field
Trustees have agreed with the Parish Council, that due to continued fouling on the playing field, all dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.
Guiting Power Playground
Events | 2026
Guiting Power Neighbourhood Watch
Guiting Power Parish Council are in the process of setting up a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme.
As part of this, the Crime Prevention Advisor for Gloucestershire Police will be giving a community talk on crime prevention.
Monday 22nd September 2025, 7:15pm
Guiting Power Village Hall
Open Gardens
Sunday 14th June 2026
1 - 5:30pm
Guiting Grange
Guiting Power Fete & Fun Dog Show
Saturday 20th June 2026 Noon - 4pm
