Historic East Challow
Drought in 1934
Photo courtesy of David Ilott
This picture is from 1934 when East Challow was in Berkshire.
The caption tells of a drought that year which meant that water had to be bought in by cart.
If you have any more information of this story please do let us know.
A new road
These pictures were taken when the layout of the A417 was changed. What year was this?
Photos courtesy of David Ilott
Latest News
Public Art is installed
The Public Art was installed on the 19th November 2025, with residents gathering to celebrate the installation on the 5th December.
The Public Art which takes the form of a village sign has been painted by a local artist with impressions of East Challow through the ages and carved in wood. It showcases the history and local character of East Challow, showing prominent historical buildings, the village green and water pump and the Wilts and Berks canal.
The village sign has been paid for with S106 funding administered by Vale of White Horse District Council from developer contributions.
St Nicholas School have been involved and are busy preparing a time capsule that will be buried in 2026 at the foot of the sign.
The Public Art will be a unique local landmark in East Challow for future generations.
Public Art sign showing historical buildings water pump canal and windmill.
Contact us:
East Challow Parish Council
Clerk@EastChallowPC.co.uk
07774 405 472
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