Parish Council - Chair
Sadly, due to the recent passing of John Durden, the Parish Council Chair position is currently vacant.
The Council will holds its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday 22nd May 2025; members of the council, and the positiions of Chair and Vice-Chair will be formalised at the AGM.
Teresa Giddings
I have served on the Parish Council since Spring 2018. I have run my own soft furnishings business since 1995, and am both an avid dancer (including taking part in a Charity Dance competition in October 2012) and keen horsewoman.
My aim as a councillor is to work closely with the Parish community, focusing on the key issues and ensuring we achieve harmonious outcomes.
Piers Sheddon
Derek Phillips (Vice-Chair)
Piers Sheddon
I’ve lived in Hardmead since I was born and remember well riding my bike to Astwood as a child to buy toys and sweets at the old Post Office. I’m a farmer and I love old cars that don’t have computers running them!
Paul Das
Derek Phillips (Vice-Chair)
Piers Sheddon
Hello I am Paul Das from Hardmead. We got to this lovely village via
Surrey, Delhi and Silicon Valley.
I am a firm believer in doing the best for the neighbourhood you live in
and joining the Parish Council seemed a great way to make (hopefully) a
meaningful contribution.
You may see me walking around Hardmead trying to get my 10k steps in
with by Bernese Mountain dog Bella!!
Derek Phillips (Vice-Chair)
Derek Phillips (Vice-Chair)
Derek Phillips (Vice-Chair)
I have lived in Astwood for over 10 years; Chrissie & I were attracted to the village because it epitomised our view of a rural village - close-knit community, great pub, surrounded by lovely countryside - we weren't wrong!
Since joining the Parish Council I have taken on responsibility for speed management (Community Speedwatch) to try to
I have lived in Astwood for over 10 years; Chrissie & I were attracted to the village because it epitomised our view of a rural village - close-knit community, great pub, surrounded by lovely countryside - we weren't wrong!
Since joining the Parish Council I have taken on responsibility for speed management (Community Speedwatch) to try to ensure our community is a safer place for us all to enjoy.