Working for our Village

Prestwood Community Association (PCA)’s goal is to make Prestwood a better place to live and work for all.

By working with residents, groups, businesses and organisations, we wish to be part of a community which shares visions and ideas for a strong, caring, happy and resilient village. And, of course, works together to execute them.

‘We love Prestwood’ Survey 2026

We invite all Prestwood residents and stakeholders to complete PCA’s ‘We love Prestwood’ consultation.

Learn more about the Survey

Responses will guide PCA’s work, help establish where it can make the most impact, be part of an evidence base to support funding applications, and encourage volunteering by like-minded residents and groups.

PCA’s Projects

Common factors of PCA’s work are that projects should be relevant to most demographics, offer opportunities for broad participation and volunteering, and have scope to be built on in future years.

Significant work streams include:

  • A survey of residents, currently being conducted, and open until April 30th. However tired we may be of surveys, this will be an important one. It will help ensure that the PCA’s work is in line with the longer-term needs and desires of the community. In turn, this will help when approaching potential funders.
  • Prestwood’s Big Week: following a successful inaugural programme in June 2025, PCA is working on an exciting series of events, culminating on Saturday 20th June 2026 with a main get-together on the Common.
  • Environmental: PCA is working with Prestwood Nature on the long-term future of Sheepwash Pond, an important historical landmark and environmental site. Our ‘Bloom’ work seeks to promote greater feel good and pride in our surroundings, mainly by use of planting. Read more about Bloom.
  • Planning Matters: PCA is keeping residents informed on the progress of Buckinghamshire’s Local Plan, and made its own submission. When appropriate, we may comment on important planning applications.
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Would you like to subscribe to PCA’s mailing list? Click on this link or scan the QR code.

This will be used solely for news on PCA’s work and projects, calls for volunteers etc. We promise not to pass on your details to anyone else.

Volunteering

PCA has a dedicated Committee of volunteers, and links with many other local groups. Our overall commitment to Prestwood is clear.

The extent of our ambition is limited mainly by numbers of volunteers. We have many possibilities for residents to participate. From joining the Committee, leading one of our activities, to joining a working group, to giving time to a specific project, volunteering can take many different forms, with differing time commitments.

For general enquiries, please e-mail info@prestwoodcommunity.uk

If you’re interested in our ‘Bloom’ work, please e-mail bloom@prestwoodcommunity.uk

If you’d like to join in with ‘Prestwood’s Big Week’, please e-mail bigweek@prestwoodcommunity.uk

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    No room for complacency as Buckinghamshire Council grapples with central government housing targets, whilst trying to protect National Landscape and Green Belt
  • Benches and Bike Racks at Prestwood Gym and Fitness Centre
    PCA is glad to have contributed towards a new bike rack and benches at The Prestwood Gym and Fitness Centre.
  • Two Exciting Community Volunteer Roles
    Who is up for an exciting challenge in 2026? PCA is looking for a Communications lead and a Secretary, to help shape and drive forward its work.
  • Sheepwash Pond autumn clear-up images
    Thank you to the dozen volunteers who contributed to a successful ‘autumn clear-up’ at Sheepwash Pond. Before and after photos show the progress.
  • Affordable Art for PCA Funds
    Thank you to Prestwood resident Barbara Rowett for exhibiting her paintings for sale. Sales proceeds are being donated to PCA’s work.
  • Contributing to PCA’s work via Bucks Lottery
    The Buckinghamshire Lottery offers Prestwood residents the opportunity to support PCA’s work – with the possibility of prizes!
  • Sheepwash Pond Autumn clear-up
    PCA and Prestwood Nature are calling for volunteers for an autumn clear-up of Sheepwash Pond, 8.30am Saturday 22nd November? CAN YOU HELP?
  • What’s next for the Local Plan
    Can the right balance be found for development in rural village communities such as Prestwood, within the context of demanding top-down housing targets?

Find out more

Visit our ‘About’ page for more detail, including our Mission Statement.

Click to meet the PCA Team

Visit our ‘News‘ page for updates.