In 2003, a newcomer to the village established its first newsletter, Bois Own. Since then, it has been used and a platform for local voices to be heard. It has reported weighty news stories such as the closure of the Post Office – as well as smaller, local opinions, obituaries, Time Team updates on the excavations of a local building and ceaseless ‘pothole’ sagas.

Bois Own sustains itself with revenue from regular, local advertisers, sponsorship from by Savills Estate Agents.

Village newsletters have an important place in the media; here is where much news begins. Local identity is important and Bois Own works hard to represent its residents and businesses fairly. Read on!