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www.wantageandgrovereview.co.uk Email: [email protected] 2 ––– Monday May 28, 2012 Tel:07917 191909 Wantage and Grove Review Pets Review Lib Dem Review Gardening Review Conservative Review Paul and Sue from Charlton Park Garden Centre Cllr Zoe Patrick Hazel Charlton Park Garden Centre Ed Vaizey - Minister for Culture, MP for Wantage & Didcot Quackers for you also hungry so it is advisable to keep Getting you garden furniture and bar- I have met up recently with two ducks and other waterfowl penned becue looking their best for your constituents who are succeeding Ducks can make an interesting up and out of harms reach. Jubilee Party against the odds. I was very delight- change from keeping chickens. They Another waterfowl that some peo- After all this wet weather it may be ed this month to give tea to Faith are easy to care for and very hardy. ple like to keep is geese. Although that you haven’t really used your gar- Alabi from Didcot, in the House of Ducks can live for about 20 years and these have a reputation for being den furniture and barbecue much this Commons. I supported Faith’s appli- do make amusing and gentle pets. As vicious they do make good “guard year. Like all things they can benefit cation for a bursary at the Guildhall with all waterfowl, ducks do prefer to dogs” and will soon chase intruders from some basic maintenance, espe- School of Drama, without which she have access to a hygienically managed away. They too can live for over 20 cially if you have a garden full of would have had a hard time financing water supply where they can carry years and are sociable creatures who people this Jubilee weekend. A lot of her studies. She has now secured a out their daily ritual of preening and do not like to live alone. They can be garden furniture is easy to maintain bursary set up in memory of head dipping. A plastic wading pool fed exclusively on grass through the these days and can be improved sim- Josephine Hart, the late wife of would be ideal; these can be pur- spring and summer, although ply by using a bucket of hot soapy Maurice Saatchi, so he came to meet chased from all good toy stores. If remember to keep it short; below 4 water. You should always refer to the her as well. Faith has also been you have ducklings please remember inches long to make sure that they do maintenance instructions supplied selected to perform in the Olympics to provide a shallow trough of water not get crop-binding which can with your furniture. For hard wood opening ceremony. I look forward to for their daily swim because until cause death. With geese if grass is furniture, such as teak, you can leave her winning an Oscar. their feathers become waterproof limited or dirty you can feed them it to age naturally if you wish. My I was also privileged to meet a very they are unable to go into deep water. wholly on wheat but you will need to Iroko bench is twenty years old and special Wallingford resident. Sharon You will also need to supply clean submerge it in a bucket of water as Oxfordshire Liberal Democrats has slight cracks and lichen growing Dumper has recently completed a drinking water. Many people think this helps prevent vermin. An aver- Select New Shadow Cabinet over the now silver wood. I am quite course in nail technology at that because they have access to age goose will consume approxi- happy with this as it suits my garden Abingdon and Witney College, and water to swim in they do not require mately 7oz of food per day although Following on from the election of but if you prefer your hardwood fur- has won an award, recognising how problems some of the large housing drinking water but this is not the in winter this may be more because the new Tory Leader at Oxfordshire niture not to go grey you will need to she has turned her life around. projects in the constituency have case. of the lower temperatures. Do not County Council Annual Council take some action. For hardwood fur- Before taking the course she was vir- been delayed which means the coun- Never keep one duck on its own over feed your geese because they meeting yesterday, Liberal niture with an oiled finish you will tually housebound, suffering from cil had to consult on an interim plan because they are social creatures and will become too fat and that is not Democrats in Opposition have need a product such as teak oil. depression. Now she is starting her to deliver enough new homes to meet like to mix with others. They are not good for anyone. formed a new Shadow Cabinet to These can be clear or stained depend- own business. their five year targets. Small sites solitary birds and can easily become Before shutting up your waterfowl match the new Cabinet positions. The ing on the finish you require. You As I have promised to do every were identified in villages such as depressed and isolated when on their for the night give them a supplement list is below: should follow the instructions on the month, I will go through the cam- Marcham, Drayton, Kingston own. Never buy a duck, just to be dif- of wheat or pellets by filling a buck- Leader Cllr.: Zoé Patrick product but generally the first step is paigns and issues that have filled my Bagpuize, Harwell, Steventon and ferent, or any other unusual animal et with enough food that can be con- Deputy Leader: Cllr. Alan cleaning. You need to remove all pre- mailbag. The largest number of Sutton Courtenay. I know there was for that matter. Think about the ani- sumed within 20 minutes. Remove Armitage vious coatings by lightly sanding. emails I’ve received recently have a lot of concern about the plans, but mals needs and give it the life it any that is left after that time so there Adult Services: Cllr. Jenny This should be done in a well venti- been about fuel duty. I have also had I also know that many villages do needs. is nothing left out to encourage the Hannaby lated area – an ideal outdoor job on a letters about the Winsor review into need a few more homes. I will be Although ducks do not require a lot likes of rats to visit. Do leave them Growth & Infrastructure: Cllr. sunny day. Dust, dirt and grease Police pay and pensions, mostly from awaiting the publication of their new of shelter, they do need to be able to with a bucket of water. Do not feed Anne Purse needs to be removed by wiping over police officers; and letters on both core housing strategy which should get out of the sun, rain and wind if your waterfowl dry powdery mash as Finance & Police: Cllr. Roz Smith with white spirit. If the wood is not sides of the debate over the proposals come out soon. they want to. A safe structure to give this can get stuck in their mouth and Children & Voluntary Sector: Cllr. clean when it is oiled you can land up about equal marriage for same-sex I’d like to mention the 'We Made It!' them security; for example a small so cause dropped tongue. They will Janet Godden with unsightly black spots. Finally couples. There has been a campaign competition which invites young peo- shed would be ideal particularly one need access to grit to help them grind Education: Cllr. Altaf Khan test an inconspicuous area with the about malnutrition in Africa and ple to submit designs and ideas for an that you could shut and lock the door up their food because they have no Business & Communications: Cllr. oil before applying to the rest of the calls to commit to our continued object, gadget, gizmo or toy which at night to protect them from preda- teeth and hence cannot chew. Ducks David Turner furniture. Apply with a soft, lint free spending on overseas aid, ahead of they would like to see made. The win- tors. They will need to have fresh will help keep your garden clear of Safer & Stronger Communities: cloth. It is likely your furniture will the upcoming G20 summit in ning designs will be invited to a Fab bedding, every week, of which either weeds if you allow them to roam free Cllr John Goddard need a few coats and will need to dry Mexico. My other correspondence Lab, the outstanding facilities pro- straw or wood shavings would be but do remember they cannot always Some of the roles remain the same, in between each coat – not a job for has included opinions about the pro- vided by MIT and the ideal. You need to thoroughly clean tell what is a weed or not! Ducks can but there have been some changes in the morning of your party. Both gas posals to reform the House of Lords. Manufacturing Institute which allow their house out once a month during be fed with your leftover food and responsibilities, and the number of and charcoal barbecues will benefit Some are concerned about the cur- anyone to make anything using high- the summer and at least 3 times a like nothing better than a selection Cabinet members has reduced from from some maintenance. Again it is rent make-up of the House of Lords, tech methods and materials and with month in the winter because ducks of vegetables for a change. 10 to 9. Cllr. Zoé Patrick, Leader of important to refer to the instructions others are saying that more elections the support of experts. If anyone is can be incredibly messy when it is wet You will need to make sure that the Opposition said, supplied with your barbecue. Apart would cost too much and serve no interested in taking part then please and muddy. If you are not planning your waterfowl is treated for para- “I have put together a strong team from the obvious – have I got char- purpose. I’ve also had a few emails send an email to my address below. to let your ducks have the run of the sites. Gizzard worm (amidostomum) to ensure the County Council has coal, or do I have enough gas in the about the recent passage of the Legal Finally, I would like to make every- garden you will need to build a good is one such parasite and is more like- effective opposition to the ruling bottle – there are other things worth Aid Bill. one aware of the new Money Advice sized pen which ideally is attached to ly to be fatal in geese. Your waterfowl group. It will be a real challenge in considering. If you are using a differ- Over the past couple of months I’ve Service, a free and independent serv- their house. Make sure that it is pred- should be treated at least twice a year the months ahead to set out our ent gas bottle check that the regula- also received emails from churches ice established by government and ator proof or you could end up losing for worms ideally before the breed- alternative proposals. Liberal tor on your barbecue works with this and communities concerned about funded by a levy on the banks and all those delicious duck eggs along ing season in January and at the end Democrats in opposition will be bottle, ask if you are not sure or you the Chancellor removing the VAT financial services industry. It is very with the ducks. Put a pond in one of summer, beginning of autumn. If holding the administration to need help. Consider using a Venturi exemption on listed buildings alter- important that everyone has access to corner as ducks do like to spend quite you are unsure what parasite is account despite the fact that we have brush to clean the gas tube, you will ations. Understandably people were advice on their personal finances. some time on water during the day, affecting your bird place them on been given no chairs or vice chairs of need to follow the manufacturer’s concerned about the rise in costs of The website (www.moneyadviceser- an old paddling pool or tin bath, newspaper in a pen after worming any of the scrutiny committees at the instructions to remove the burner so fitting modern facilities to old build- vice.org.uk) gives a wealth of finan- sunk into the ground, could be used. and you will see evidence of the council. This has not changed despite that you can do this. Make sure the ings. So I was delighted to hear that cial advice tailored to all kinds of dif- In the winter you need to check the worm left in their droppings. These the new Leader coming in. I hope it gas is closed off and there is plenty of the Chancellor has arranged for an ficult situations. It also offers a free pond every morning before you let can be taken to your vet who will be will not be more of the same old style ventilation. Cleaning the grate is the extra £30m per year to be added to financial health check and a quick your ducks out to make sure that it able to identify them under his of leadership. main bit of maintenance that gets the Listed Places of Worship Grant questionnaire to help people plan for has not frozen over. Ducks eat an microscope. You must wear protec- “Cllr. Alan Armitage will take on done in our household. This is made Scheme (LPWGS) to help offset the the future. incredible amount of food per day; tive gloves before you start using any the role of my new deputy and I have easier by using a purpose designed higher costs, taking the total avail- As ever please feel free to contact you can help by sprinkling bread, worming preparation. confidence that he will support me in cleaner. As well as the cleaner you able to £42 million. me at the House of Commons, peas. barley and insects on the If you do decide to add some ducks my role and take on the new respon- will need a stiff brush and plenty of You may have heard the Vale has SW1A 0AA, 020 7219 6350 or vaiz- ground when it is cold outside. to your family remember to enjoy sibilities of the new deputy leader of hot soapy water. It will be worth it abandoned its interim housing plan. [email protected]. Surgery details Remember that during the winter them; duck eggs can be just as deli- the council.” when you are enjoying your party! Because of the recession and other can be found at www.vaizey.com there will be other animals that are cious as chicken eggs. WANTAGE VALE WINDOWS EST. 1991

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www.wantageandgrovereview.co.uk Email: [email protected] Wantage and Grove Review Tel:07917 191909 Monday May 28, 2012 ––– 3 Health Review Health Review Health Review Wantage West Review First Aid Review Lisa Auchinvole - tfd Karen Treanor Wantage Health Store Sarah Bellis - tfd Neighbourhood Policing Team St John’s Ambulance Q: My daughter has been scratching Has the penny dropped yet? Storenet - This is a radio link population served and other factors her head an awful lot recently and I’m Is it a wedding, summer holiday, between shops and the Police in relevant to this community for, at the concerned she may have head lice. big birthday or just the way you feel Wantage. It is a great piece of equip- very least, maintaining the existing What do you recommend? that has finally given you the motiva- ment, allowing us to get to locations arrangements. Unfortunately tion to kick start your weight loss? quickly following reports of suspi- Thames Valley Police have taken the A: Karen Treanor from Wantage We’ve talked about how bread will cious activity, locate missing persons view that cutting costs to maintain Health Store says, bloat you, cutting down or out will and identify shoplifters. front line policing is their overriding It is estimated that head lice affect help you feel more positive, which Last week, two shoplifters from concern. As a consequence it has up to one in ten children of primary will help with other food and exercise Oxford were detained as they left a been decided to implement their pro- Basic first aid skills can save lives school age. decisions you’re faced with. store - they were clearly unaware that posed revision of opening hours. It is, Research carried out by St John They can occur in anyone but are Water is our focus now too. ‘They’ Wantage has active Storenet, CCTV therefore, expected that the Front Ambulance, the nation’s leading first most common in children aged 4 to 11 tell us to drink 2 litres a day. Start by and a neighbourhood team deter- Office will be open to the public aid charity, showed that up to because they are more likely, girls drinking an extra glass a day andin- mined to stamp out this sort of between 10.00 am and 2.00 pm, 150,000 people die every year in situ- especially, to have close head to head crease it gradually to fit in with your offence. Should any shops wish to Monday to Friday, commencing 2nd ations where first aid could have been contact with others. lifestyle. A hydrated brain and body join Storenet, please get in touch, it July 2012. the difference. Around 58% people Decision maker or Thinker? will improve your decision making. really does work. Whilst we fully appreciate the prob- They like all types and lengths of wouldn't know what to do if faced How well do you know your own Finally your focus over the next two Other news lems faced by Thames Valley Police with a medical emergency and a personality? Are you able to make a hair, clean and dirty, and although months will also be on reducing sat- Four drugs warrants were executed in these difficult financial times, we very small, can be seen with the naked quarter would do nothing. Learning decision quickly or set your mind to a urated fat in your diet - butter, hard in Wantage in April. Please report are extremely disappointed in this some basic first aid – pressure on a task or challenge and complete it. Or eye. They survive on extremely small cheese, fried foods, crisps, takeaways any suspicious activity either on 101 decision, which we do not believe to wound or a slap on the back – can be would you take more time to think amounts of blood drawn from the and pastry. or anonymously via Crimestoppers be appropriate for this community. the difference between a life lost and around a problem before making an scalp. Give it a go and see the difference on 0800 555111 and we WILL take We will continue to press for a better, a life saved. An important part of informed decision, avoid decision The adult louse is no bigger than a next month. action against this anti social behav- more convenient provision and will, administering first aid is safety for making completely through fear of sesame seed and is brownish-tan in iour that affects the WHOLE com- in the meantime, monitor the effects the first aider and the casualty. At the making the wrong choice and always munity. of the new arrangements. wish you could reach a goal you’ve colour. Nits are the unhatched louse What is a “Mobile Tag”? scene of an accident or injury, the eggs which are usually yellow-white in When we conducted the last public We have recently become aware that first aider should do a basic primary wanted for so long? survey during 2011, you told some members of the public have the There is a middle ground and a bal- colour and are often mistaken for As you will notice, the Review has survey as follows: Are you or the Wantage West Neighbourhood mistaken view that Wantage Police casualty in any danger? If you have ance of the two extremes is possibly flakes of dry skin or dandruff. added a new icon to the top of the Action Group (NAG) that your top Station is closed pending its future what you should aim for to get the Louse droppings are black, powdery front page – this is called a “mobile not already done so, make the situa- concern was anti-social behaviour re-location. This is not the case; the tion safe and then assess the casualty. best of both worlds. Just take a drops and are often found on pillows tag”. If you are not aware of what these are or how to use them, read on! (ASB). The primary job of the NAG Police Front Office is open to the If the casualty appears unconscious moment to imagine what it would feel and sheets. is to identify community concerns public and will remain so. Current like to just take action without all the 1. Firstly, you will need a check this by shouting, ‘Can you hear Unless the infestation is heavy, you smartphone that is capable of taking and, working with the relevant agen- opening hours are: me?’, ‘Open your eyes’ and gently worrying, thinking of reasons why not cies, assist in finding solutions. Monday 0930 - 1730 to do it and waste hours, days or even are much more likely to find nits in photographs. Many smartphones shaking their shoulders. If there is a your child’s hair, or louse droppings, already have built in “mobile scan- Responding to the problem of ASB Tuesday 0930 - 1730 response and there is no further dan- weeks only to be disappointed that we are pleased to report that your Wednesday 0930 - 1730 you missed the boat. rather than live lice. ners”, if yours doesn’t then visit your ger, leave the casualty in the position For example, dealing with a conflict- Your first course of action is to lit- app store to download a free version. Neighbourhood Policing Team have Thursday 0930 - 1730 found and call for help if needed. ing problem at work or home that you erally examine your child’s head with 2. Open the app on your had real success. Using the powers Friday 0930 - 1730 Treat any condition found and moni- know will take you into an uncomfort- smartphone and point your camera at available to them in dealing with Saturday 0930 - 1730 tor vital signs – level of response, a fine-toothed comb. offenders, the number of reported Sunday - Closed able zone and possibly a heated dis- Wet your child’s hair and, over a the 2D barcode (mobile tag) found in pulse and breathing. Continue to the top-right hand corner of the front incidents of ASB in the 12 months to Closed for lunch 1315 – 1400 - cussion before you get to the conclu- piece of white paper, comb through, monitor the casualty either until help sion. A more personal goal could be page. March 2012 has been reduced by When the Police Station moves to arrives or they recover. If there is no losing weight or making changes to keeping the comb close to their scalp 3. The smartphone will then 28%, from 361 to 259. This is a sig- Grove Technology Park, the Front response, shout for help straight your overall lifestyle, there’s always at all times. decode the tag and direct you straight nificant achievement and they are to Office facility for public use will re- away. If possible, leave the casualty in another Monday just around the cor- A top tip is to smother your child’s to the website! If you are in an area be congratulated. locate to the new provision next to the position found and open the air- ner to start again! head with conditioner to make the that will not connect to the internet, We believe this good news demon- the library. way. If this is not possible, turn the You'll have something you've been combing easier. the address will be stored on your strates how, working together as a Tony Wilson Wantage & West casualty onto their back and open wanting to do for a while now but at If you find live lice then you will phone until you are ready to view the community, we can have a real Neighbourhood Action Group their airway. Open the airway by the first hurdle you hit a brick wall need to treat the infection. Use a website. impact on local issues. Neither your Have Your Say Dates - Thursday placing one hand on the casualty’s Once you start to use these “mobile Neighbourhood Police Team nor 24th May 6pm – 7pm at Sainsburys, with time, information, something too herbal head lice removal kit with a forehead and gently tilting the head hard to get your head around or con- tags” you will see them everywhere! NAG are complacent however and Wantage - Monday 28th May 5pm – back, then lift the chin using two fin- frontation. Use your deliberation shampoo containing neem seed We have spotted them on buses, on recognise that ASB remains an issue 7pm at Grove Library extract. gers only. This will move the casual- skills to think around the problem but crisp packets and even on toilet tissue! within the community. We will con- Contact us - If you want any advice ty’s tongue away from the back of the set yourself a target time or date to get As a preventative measure, check If you see any “mobile tags” in strange tinue to work together to find solu- or would like to contact the neigh- mouth. Look, listen and feel for no that bit sorted. Now you’re off so your child’s scalp on a regular basis. places, then take a photo of them and tions and would ask that the commu- bourhood team you can call us on the more than 10 seconds to see if the keep it going. Every step closer will For further advice, contact send them into us via the contacts nity assists by reporting incidents of police non emergency number 101 casualty is breathing normally. If the feel like an achievement and will only Wantage Health Store on 01235 page of our website and we will fea- ASB using the 101 number for non- but if your call is an emergency then casualty is breathing normally, place grow your confidence and decision 768199 or visit us in store, or online ture the best in the next issue. For a emergencies or, in an emergency, by dial 999. You can also contact us via quick explanation of how to scan and them in the recovery position. If the making skills. at dialling 999. All information, howev- email:casualty is not breathing normally or Don’t wait for Monday, start ‘doing’ use the “mobile tag” refer to the dia- er insignificant it may seem, can WantageWestNHPT@thamesval- www.healthstoreandtherapycentre.co.uk gram on the left. if you are in any doubt whether today! assist in reducing this problem or, ley.pnn.police.uk - please note this breathing is normal, begin CPR. indeed, any other crime related mat- email address cannot be used to con- Launched last year, the ‘St John ter. tact Thames Valley Police to report Ambulance First Aid’ iPhone app Regrettably we are unable to report crimes or for any urgent matters. If became an instant success and was such good news regarding Wantage you have information about crime or the UK’s best selling health and fit- Police Station public opening hours. Anti Social Behaviour in your area ness app. It has now been down- We were asked to respond to the but you do not want to speak to the loaded by nearly 90,000 people – and Thames Valley Police proposal of a police, please call the Crime stoppers is free to download from the Apple reduction in opening hours to 4 charity on 0800 555111. To view App Store. For more information hours a day for 5 days a week. We information on your neighbourhood about first aid advice or courses presented what is firmly believed to team you can visit the force website please call 08700 10 49 50 or visit be a sound case, based on the size of at: www.thamesvalley.police.uk www.sja.org.uk/oxfordshire

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This decision, annual event, run by Wantage Stage White Horse will once again be able which is subject to change, will be Musical Company, is coming to to make a splash this summer after it reviewed if the restrictions are Shush in Wantage. Entertainers from was confirmed that the interactive either lifted or tightened. across the area are invited to audition water features in Abingdon and Cllr Elaine Ware, Cabinet to become a part of the Grand Final Wantage will be turned on, despite Member for Economy, Leisure and at Shush on Saturday 21st July. The the ongoing drought conditions. Property, said: first auditions are being held at the The water features in Abbey “I am delighted that two of our Methodist Hall in Wantage on Meadow, Abingdon, and Manor most popular and free facilities will Saturday June 2nd, the second audi- Road Memorial Park, Wantage, will be open for the public during the tion will be on Saturday June 16th. be turned on this weekend for young summer. Because of the current The organiser, Rob Thorpe, said, people to enjoy between the hours of conditions both interactive water “It is such a good way to showcase 1pm and 5pm. In Abingdon the adja- features will be on for a shorter local talent and to give everyone a cent Abbey Meadow Outdoor Pool time each day than in previous chance to perform in front of an will also reopen for the summer on years, however there will still be audience at the fantastic venue in the same day between 10am and 6pm plenty of time for young people to Wantage. This is the third year of the (check www.soll-leisure.co.uk for come down and enjoy themselves Ox Factor and previous finalists have details). when it is warm and sunny.” thoroughly enjoyed their experience.” This decision to turn both water Fitzwaryn School were treated to a Dale Bligdon, last year’s winner features on, albeit with reduced Wantage visit by Paralympic Gold Medal said, “It is an amazing experience!! hours from previous years, has been swimmer, Chris Holmes MBE. Chris Wantage has been highly com- introduction of free 2 hour car park- Everyone is so supportive behind the made following consultation with Silver Band represented Great Britain in four mended in the Action for Market ing in the District car park and free scenes. If anyone has a talent, I Thames Water. In order to ensure it Paralympic games and won 9 gold Town Awards for the Wantage wi-fi in the marketplace has helped, strongly suggest you go for it!! It was would not fall foul of ongoing Wantage Silver Trainer Band medals in the pool as well as five sil- Means Business project. The as well as a series of events held on one of the best things I've ever done restrictions, Vale of White Horse played in the sunshine at the popular ver medals and one bronze. Chris and Wantage entry covered a wide range Sundays in Wantage Marketplace. and achieved! Good luck.” District Council, owners of the two Charlton School Fete on Saturday his guide dog, Lottie had a tour of of initiatives introduced to boost Other projects included funding “We are looking for a wide variety sites, sought advice on how the con- 12th May. Although the wind was the school and took part in an business and the visitor economy. improvements to the Letcombe of talents, singers, dancers, musi- tinuing drought conditions, including quite a problem the use of “pegs” (all Olympic themed art workshop as Chief amongst these is the shoppers' Brook, which flows through both cians, jugglers comedians, whatever the hosepipe ban, would affect the experienced brass banders ensure well as attending a game of Goalball, Loyalty Card scheme for use in inde- towns and the design and printing of your talent, we want you to audition. running of the two popular facilities. they have a plentiful supply) for the one of several Paralympic sports that pendent shops in Wantage, Grove new cycle route cards to encourage It’s a great boost to the community, The Council has decided that both music on their stands soon overcame Fitzwaryn pupils have been learning. and surrounding villages. Launched exploration of the towns' hinterland. to see a live show of talented per- interactive water features should be the problem. After showing one of his gold medals in October last year, this has been Geoff Peck of The Creative formers form our area is a great thing turned on during each afternoon, so Following an open practice in the to the children, a question and very successful with around 1000 Cookshop commented “ From our to do, the night is always great fun. that young children have an area to playground before the Fete opened, answer session followed with all cards purchased so far. The Wantage perspective, the marketing of “We are always looking for new come to when it is hot, a move which Trainer Band entertained the many pupils keen to learn more about Means Business project was entered Wantage together with initiatives members for the company and this is it is hoped will reduce the likelihood visitors with a wide selection of pop- Chris’ experiences at the Olympics in the Business & Economy Category such as the Marketplace area certainly a fun way to raise our pro- of people using paddling pools in ular songs. and how he has managed to succeed and the judges all recognised the high improvements, free parking periods file in the area. We had a great suc- in sport despite his blindness. It was a quality of the application and of the and the Wantage & Grove Loyalty cess putting on The Little Shop of wonderful opportunity for all pupils project. Card are all working together to Horrors at Shush at Easter, but to meet a real-life Olympian, in par- The project aims to reverse the encourage visitors from other towns shows are expensive to put on and ticular for Aron Steele, the Fitzwaryn increasing trend for shoppers to park not just to visit us, but to return time this is one way we can raise some pupil selected to carry the Olympic at the Limborough Road retail park and again." funds while having a wonderful time torch on its path through Abingdon. and then to leave without visiting the There has been a significant and enjoying the amazing talents Fitzwaryn School is celebrating this town centre. Over the last year along- improvement in retail occupancy in people have. People with no experi- All Types of Blinds, Awnings and Conservatory Blinds summer’s Olympic Games with a side the shoppers’ Loyalty Card Wantage (a vacancy rate of 20% in ence shouldn’t be put off, come along number of themed days throughout scheme, which was free to retailers, 2008 has dropped to 10%) with sever- and have a go; after all it’s good Made to Measure ~ Home Selection Service the term culminating in an Olympic the Town Council has used matched 2a Colborne Road Didcot 01235 519099 al new independent shops opening. healthy fun, what have you got to Sports Day in June. grant funding for the following: shop Residents and retailers have com- lose?” front improvements; the cleanup and mented favourably on the changes. The best acts will go through to the lighting of the statue of King Alfred Co-owner of Umami Delicatessen in Grand Final at Shush on July 21st. in the marketplace; re-tarmacing of Newbury Street, Michael Dale said: The judging panel for the final is not SELKIRK HARRIS CARPETS Rogation Service, the short term car park in the town "Since opening in September 2011, yet finalised but is likely to include West Ilsley centre; new street furniture and floral we've really appreciated the work Louisa Hannan from BBC Radio displays and improved visitor infor- done in Wantage to improve the com- Oxford. There is a cash prize for the CARPET, VINYL, WOOD FLOORING mation. Wantage District and Town mercial environment. The loyalty Wantage Concert Brass (and winner, and also a special prize for Supplied and Fitted at Competitive Rates Councillor Fiona Roper said “This card, website and other activities cre- best vocal performance chosen inde- friends) enjoyed a pleasant ride on a was a joint project involving volun- NO OBLIGATION QUOTATIONS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST ate a real buzz in the town centre." pendently from the other finalists. trailer, sitting on straw bales and teers, the business community, For the latest offers see the website TEL/FAX: 01367 718351 MOBILE: 07966 281407 hauled by a big tractor over long Chamber of Commerce, the Town www.wantageandgroveloyalty.co.uk farm tracks around the village of and District Councils and the Pictured above Ray Bateson of the West Ilsley on Sunday 13th May at Letcombe Brook Trust. So it is a real Comrades Club presents Wantage the Annual Rogation Service, organ- pat on the back for everyone Mayor Charlotte Dickson with cheque ised by The Newbury Show. Whilst involved. ” John Naish, President of for £1,629.00 for the Mayor’s Charity the supporters, farmers and congre- Wantage & District Chamber of Fund which this year is split evenly ALF HALL gation were conveyed by two more Commerce, added “It is great to have between The October Club and trailers, the band accompanied hymn the hard work of the organisations SeeSaw. Painter & Decorator singing at each of 4 stops: first to involved recognised in this way. bless the cows (who seemed very Wantage likes to take a positive Interior & Exterior Free Quotes interested), then the sheep (ran approach and this award demon- Drama groups among Tel: Mob: away), then the crops, then the hous- strates what can be achieved when those to benefit from (01235) 762855 07748 220857 es of the village. When the service people work together for the benefit Email: [email protected] ended everyone gathered for a deli- of the wider community.” hall extension cious tea. Additional measures such as the A brand new extension to Goring Village Hall will be opened in May, now work has been completed. The hall received a grant of £54,642 from South Oxfordshire District Council to help fund the extension, 60% of the total cost of the project. The Dale Bligdon, winner of Ox Factor facility was opened by Cllr Ann 2011. Ducker, leader of South Oxfordshire District Council, alongside council chairman, Cllr Felix Bloomfield. Wantage Closeboard For all your fencing & decking needs The multi-purpose space will func- Library tion as changing facilities for drama groups, a green room for musicians June is the month of the Queen’s and performers as well as providing Diamond Jubilee and the 20th additional meeting rooms for small Anniversary of Wantage library’s groups. move to Stirlings Road! An old flat-roofed storage area On Friday 1st June we shall be cele- All materials stocked for fast delivery which was prone to leaking has been brating and would like you to join us! All we ask, is that you allow us to quote replaced by the new extension, which Local author Tim Griggs will be at allows access to the garden area mak- Wantage library on that day to talk ing it ideal for children’s parties. about his life, his writing and his lat- Panels The hall is currently used for bad- est novel, Distant Thunder. minton, dog training, tai chi and The event start at 6.45 pm and wine-tasting, among many other var- FREE tickets are available at the Ring for a free colour brochure ied activities. The hall is hired out for library. or visit our show site at: weddings, parties and charitable Also on Friday 1st June we are fundraising events, all of which will holding a couple of events for chil- Kingston Business Park, continue and could benefit from the dren! extra rooms. Firstly a rhymetime for pre-school- Kingston Bagpuize, Abingdon, Cllr Ducker said: ers from 10.30 to 11.00 am. No need Oxon OX13 5AS “We are delighted to have been able to pre book, just turn up ready to to make such a meaningful contribu- make music. Dressing up is optional Decking Tel: 01865 820904 tion to this extension. The hall is but we will welcome princes and already a focal point for a close-knit princesses! www.oxfordfencing.co.uk community here in Goring, and the Secondly a Kings and Queens sto- extra facilities will improve its posi- rytime for 3 to 8 year olds from 3.30 tive impact for years to come.” to 4.00 pm. We shall be reading sto- Alan Matthews, Chairman of ries with a Royal theme, followed by Goring Village Hall Management a craft activity. Princes, Princesses, Committee, said: their Kings and Queens, as well as all “We are most grateful to SODC for OPENING HOURS commoners should get a FREE tick- its generous grant. In practice, it et from Wantage library if they Mon – Thurs: 8am - 5pm Fri: 8am - 4.30pm made the project possible. Having would like to attend. Closeboard Trellis Sat: 8am - 1pm raised £20,000 from local fundraising We look forward to seeing you! events.” www.wantageandgrovereview.co.uk Email: [email protected] Wantage and Grove Review Tel:07917 191909 Monday May 28, 2012 ––– 5 Ray’s Decathlon Funday gets an Olympian boost Community Action Groups

the most popular teachers at Wantage Rotary Club are providing The CAG Project is looking for an fixed term of one year, would suit a Oxfordshire at the forefront of com- Wantage C of E primary for many a BBQ grill, plus the ever popular enthusiastic person to look at the newly qualified graduate with an munity led climate change action. years until retiring and now does vol- RAY’S BAKE SALE, again all prof- impact modelling around community interest in community based sustain- For information visit untary work for the Independent its to Ray’s charities, along with the action on climate change. ability projects. The CAG Project is www.cagoxfordshire.org.uk Advice Centre. giant inflatables, F1 race car and This new position, which is for a a network of voluntary groups in Closing date: Wed 6th June 2012 Jade Braithwaite was unable to motorbike simulators, funfair, roller attend due to exams. Jade was select- bikes, free sports coaching, live ed because of her dedication and tal- music, 3 hour tfd class medley and Challow Netball Club ent for badminton and Ray has asked charity stalls. CLOCK her to help coach some of the The event is shaping up to be the FENCES younger children on the day. biggest event ever seen in Wantage. High 5’s Also pictured is Phil Riding, man- “The best part for me really is from age 8-11 BUILT TO REPAIRS ager of Topsport, who have provided Wantage coming together to help Please join us at Ray with a pair of lime green PUMA some of the most vulnerable in our • Long Case Clocks fastest trainers. community and to have fun as well, Wantage Leisure LAST Ray would like to thank Topsport trust me, no community / town does Centre • Carriage Clocks and PUMA for their support and an event better than Wantage people, 5.30pm – 6.30pm G All types of • Westminster Chime generosity and James Hart of this will live long in everyone’s mem- Spaces limited so fences and gates and more Delicious of Wantage. ory. G Hedge and tree book now for removal R Moir September 2012 G Gates made to measure Tel: 01753 622498 [email protected] G All types of gravel & Mob: 07980 761408 Or call me on 01235 766938 shingle delivered BY FREE ESTIMATES Sue Taylor Head Coach SHAUN SKINNER Member of the British Watch and High 5’s 01235 867352 or 07971 422693 Clockmakers' Guild. Member of the British Horological england netball silver CAPS accredited club FREE ESTIMATES VAT REGISTERED Institute. C W CARPENTRY Local fundraising champion Ray Collins’ DECATHLON CHAL- & JOINERY LENGE FUNDAY has been given an Olympian boost this year after All Aspects of Carpentry Olympian sailor Helena Lucas & Joinery UnderTaken HOUSE popped along to Peter B Ledbury Ltd to wish Ray all the best with his • Fitted Kitchens & Bedrooms CLEARANCES latest challenge. • Bespoke Built-in Furniture Helena was in Wantage attending • Replacement Doors and SMALL an Olympian evening at Motorlux in Pictured above: Back row left to right: James Hart (Delicious Catering) Newbury Street. Owner Richard Debbie Burberry, Phil Riding (Topsport) Dave Johnson head of Sport at King Windows REMOVALS Shepherd suggested she meet Ray as Alfreds, Phil Tynan Swift Couriers, • Solid Wood and Laminate he is undertaking an Olympian effort Front: Andrew Ledbury (owner Peter B Ledbury Ltd) Richard Shepherd Flooring this year to raise much needed funds (owner Motorlux) Olympian Helena Lucas, Olympic torch bearer Malcolm • Staircases Tel: 01235 for Wantage Day Centre, Fretter, Ray Collins, Ryan Ledbury, Holly Jackson, Lewis Jackson, Adam • No Job Too Small Independent Advice Centre, Breast Tynan. 869071 Cancer and Sobell House with his For A Free Quotation Call Decathlon Challenge Funday on [email protected] Sunday July 1st, 10am-6pm. Mr TEL: (01235) 77 24 89 Shepherd has been helping Ray MOB: (07812) 05 45 12 www.houseclearanceoxfordshire.co.uk organise this year’s event and is pro- viding roller bikes on the day. He thought it would be a good idea for St Nicholas Church of them to meet up and share ideas. England Primary School Helena said, “It’s always great to East Challow meet someone prepared to give so EAST CHALLOW St Nicholas is a small village school at the DRC much to help others in their commu- heart of the East Challow community. nity, Wantage is very lucky to have Every child is valued in our small caring someone as dedicated as Ray.” environment. We welcome visits and if you Ray was also joined by Wantage are interested in your child joining us, please CONSTRUCTION LTD make an appointment by contacting the Olympic Torch Bearer Malcolm school office on 01235 763858 or by email to Fretter. Mr Fretter was Ray’s pri- [email protected] A FULL BUILDING SERVICE mary school teacher and introduced We offer: him to rugby as well as teaching him • good class sizes Construction, Extension, Alterations to play chess. Mr Fretter was one of • a dedicated team of hard-working staff • continuous high quality education for Renovation, Conversion, Installation children aged 4 - 11 • learning and teaching which meets the For a free quotation Purlescence needs of each individual child Rare Anglo-Saxon brooch to be exhibited at • a broad and enriched curriculum Please call David or Jessica Calling all knitters! • a beautiful location in extensive grounds Wantage overlooking the Vale of the White Horse 07732 516364 01235 767078 Wantage based online luxury knit- • an independent Nursery (Windmill NO JOB TOO SMALL ting shop Purlescence is teaming up Nursery), which takes children from the A rare and spectacular Anglo- age of 2, shares our site and has strong Saxon brooch, found at West Hanney with local independent yarn dyer links with the school WWW.DRCCONSTRUCTION.CO.UK in 2009 will be on show at the Vale Fyberspates to hold an open day at and Downland Museum in Wantage Grove Technology Park on the 9th from 2nd June – 31st August. June between 10am and 4pm. The brooch, which is on loan from Purlescence owner Sarah Lewis D. O’SULLIVAN the Oxfordshire County Council’s says, “Purlescence and Fyberspates DRIVES - PATIOS SIDECREST Museum Service, has undergone sev- complement each other so well, so eral months of conservation and we’re really happy to have Jeni com- - PATHS The Computer Shop Wantage investigation. The exciting discovery ing back again to show her range of Blockpave Specialist was made during a metal detecting classic hand dyed yarns. Buying WE ARE STILL HERE FOR YOU rally in West Hanney in 2009. A con- online is so convenient, but some- *Blockpave *Paving Slabs trolled excavation of the find-spot by times you want to get a good feel for *Tarmac *Fencing COMPUTERS & LAPTOPS Anni Byard, Finds Liaison Officer how a yarn or a set of needles feels for the Portable Antiquities Scheme, before you buy.” *Shingle *Garden Walls REPAIRS, CARTRIDGES revealed the skeleton of a female The Purlescence Open days are rap- *Concrete *Pressure Cleaning aged about 25, together with two idly getting a great reputation in the Tel: PHOTOCOPYING A4 - A3 Mono & Colour small pots. These finds are of nation- appears to have quite an interesting knitting circles. Not only do you get al as well as local importance. The history itself, especially as we think the fabulous knitting goodies, but 01367 244509 Components brooch is a rare type dating from the that it belonged to the person that there will also be homemade cakes, or Mob: 7th century, decorated with garnet was buried nearby to where it was tea and an opportunity to have a 07917 113552 Just Call 01235 225555 and gold inlays. Its style and fine found.” good old knit and natter. craftsmanship indicates that the indi- Sarah will be giving a talk about the “These open days are informal, Free Estimates NOW TRY OUR WEBSITE BELOW vidual buried at West Hanney was a brooch and it’s conservation at the great fun and everyone has a good 30 Years’ www.the-computershop-wantage.co.uk person of high social status. This is Vale and Downland Museum on time.” Says Sarah, “It doesn’t matter Experience the twentieth find of its type record- Monday 16th July, 7.30pm – 9pm. if you come along for 10 minutes or ed in England and the most westerly Tickets, priced at £4, will be on sale at stay for the day” example as most other find-spots are the museum from June 1st. The Purlescence sells luxury yarn, nee- distributed in Kent, East Anglia, brooch was purchased with the assis- dles, bags, storage and assorted knit- Essex and Bedfordshire. Although we tance of the V&A Purchase Grant ting notions from around the world. Lofty Ladders do not know where the brooch was Fund, the Headley Trust, and the Sarah specialises in obtaining knit- M&M made, or whether its owner was a Friends of the Oxfordshire Museum. ting goods that can’t be bought from M&M member of the Gewisse (the tribal The Friends of the Vale and anywhere else in the UK. The open ROOFING name of the local Saxons) further Downland Museum contributed to a day is on from 10am until 4pm on ROOFINGand investigation of the finds will fundraising project to have the Saturday 9th June at their HQ on increase our understanding of the brooch conserved and to enable a full Grove Technology Park. Full details BUILDINGAll aspects of roof LTD work Lofty Ladders supplied and installed. burial. analysis of the skeleton and the other at www.purlescence.co.uk or email undertaken including . . . Retractable aluminium and wooden ladders Ruth Howard, Curator, said, finds. [email protected] • Tiling/Slating • Re-Pointing FLAT• Flat ROOFS Roofs -• GUTTERINGLead work “We are thrilled to be the first LEADWORK, TILING, complete with new loft door. museum in Oxfordshire to exhibit the • UPVC Fascia and Soffits brooch and are very much looking UPVC• Extensions FASCIAS and Renovations & SOFFITS Loft floor boarding if required. Family History Surgery • Loft Conversions • New Build forward to seeing the results of the Tel. 07736 667298 conservation.” Saturday 14th July 09.30am to 1 Bring along your family history Te l . 07736 667298 Objects Conservator Sarah Morton pm. The Vale of the White Horse questions and problems and get some 07818or 01235 696396 770985 Contact Pete Whittington said: “This was a significant find Branch of the Berkshire Family fresh ideas and answers wherever www.roofing-roofers.co.ukor 01235 770985 01235 848681 or 07780 600818 both locally and nationally and peo- History Society will be holding a your ancestors come from. e: [email protected] reliable service at Member of ple now have the opportunity to see Family History Surgery at Wantage To book your place please phone A reliablereasonable service at reasonable prices prices www.loftyladders.co.uk Guild of Master this beautiful item first-hand. It Library. Wantage Library on 01235 762291. Craftsmen www.wantageandgrovereview.co.uk Email: [email protected] 6 ––– Monday May 28, 2012 Tel:07917 191909 Wantage and Grove Review Listings Maths Challenge Medal Work experience at Retirement Village Museum grant for Charlton Primary Fitzwaryn School staff get baking for package agreed School Year 11 Students from Fitzwaryn MS Society GROVE METHODIST CHURCH School, Wantage, were delighted to Cake Break Vale of White Horse District Saturday 2nd June: Coffee morning at Grove Methodist Church, 10.00 a.m. A pupil from Charlton Primary be able to invite the employers who Council has agreed a financial pack- – 12.00 noon. All welcome. School in Wantage was awarded a age to safeguard the future of Vale had hosted their Work Experience Richmond Letcombe Regis Sunday 3rd June: Grove Methodist Church welcomes you to family service at bronze medal for her efforts in the and Downland Museum. The coun- placements, to a celebratory tea at Retirement Village Staff have been 10.45 a.m. led by Malcolm Newton. Evening communion service 6.30 p.m. Primary Maths Challenge 2011-12. cil has offered the trust a grant of Fitzwaryn School on Thursday May baking to raise funds for one of the led by Rev Martin Smithson. Eirlys Walters was one of only £270,000 to enable the museum 10th 2012. The Year 11 students had nation’s most mouth-watering Sunday 10th June: Grove Methodist Church welcomes you to morning com- 1,026 pupils from the UK and successfully completed 2 weeks of fundraising events - the MS Society trustees to pay for building work and munion service at 10.45 a.m. led by Rev Martin Smithson. Sunday Club for beyond who qualified for the nation- Work Experience in March 2012, Cake Break. Staff sold home made plan a sustainable future. children runs concurrently with the service. Evening service 6.30 p.m. led by al finals of this competition, which is where they were involved in a wide cakes to residents and visitors and Councillor Matthew Barber, Ruth Dams. run annually by the Mathematical variety of tasks from preparing and also held a raffle: the prize was a spe- Leader of Vale of White Horse Sunday 17th June: Grove Methodist Church welcomes you to morning serv- Association. 86,590 primary school cooking meals to feeding pheasants. cial cake. A total of £128 was raised, District Council, said: ice at 10.45 a.m. led by Paul Williams. Sunday Club for children runs con- children from 2,425 schools, includ- Headteacher, Mrs Stephanie which will go towards supporting “The council is keen to invest in the currently with the service. Evening service 6.30 p.m. led by Elizabeth Wood. ing a number of upper junior chil- Coneboy, thanked all employers who people affected by multiple sclerosis vitality of our towns’ economies and Sunday 24th June: Grove Methodist Church welcomes you to morning serv- dren from the school took part in this have participated in the scheme over across the UK. we believe that this one-off grant has ice at 10.45 a.m. led by Helen Carter. Sunday Club for children runs concur- competion last November. a number of years and explained how rently with the service. Evening service 6.30 p.m. led by Rev David Rankin. Betty Essex, who was staying at the the potential to put the museum on a much the students gained in terms of Village on a week's retreat with her firm footing for the future. Sunday 1st July: Grove Methodist Church welcomes you to family service at self-esteem, confidence and other 10.45 a.m. led by Andrew Lockley. Evening communion service 6.30 p.m. led husband, won the cake raffle. “The museum contributes to the aspects of work related learning. Mr Coincidentally she is a supporter of by Rev Martin Smithson. John Russell, manager of the Co-op Wantage economy by attracting visi- her local MS Society branch at her tors to the town. It also plays an GROVE FREE EVANGELICAL CHURCH store in Grove also spoke to all cur- home in London. Elisabeth Parker, important role in the town’s cultural Grove C of E School, North Drive, Grove. rent and prospective employers and Village Manager, who organised the Further details from Pastor Paul John (Tel 210037 or email to explained how much his own employ- heritage. event, said: “The trustees have looked at a num- [email protected]) ees have gained from the work expe- “Cake Break is such an easy way to Sunday 3rd June: 10:30 am – Pastor Paul John will be speaking at our special rience partnership. The year 10 and help raise money for a worthwhile ber of options to get the kind of service to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. 11 students had planned, shopped cause, there’s no excuse not to take funding they would need to pay for Sunday Club and Youth Group. There is no evening service. for, prepared and served the tea. Mrs part - who doesn’t love cake?” the building work and make the place Sunday 10th June: 10:30 am – Paul John will be continuing our ‘Spiritual Coneboy and staff would like to The Cake Break forms part of MS viable for the coming years. Disciplines’ series with a talk entitled ‘The Discipline of Submission’. thank the following employers for Week which aims to raise awareness “Our grant amounts to around 10- Includes communion. Sunday Club and Youth Group. 4:00 pm – Barbecue at their prospective and continued of the most common disabling neu- years worth of the kind of revenue The Mission, East Challow. involvement in the scheme: The rological condition affecting young funding they would receive from us. Sunday 17th June: 10:30 am – Pastor Paul John will be speaking at our All- Cooperative Society, Challow Marsh adults. An estimated 100,000 people This arrangement means that the Age Father’s Day service. Farm Garage, Waitrose, Manor have MS in the UK however there’s museum can look forward to a period Includes communion. 6:30 pm – Saheb Borgall from Tribal Transformation Garage, W H Smith, The Lonsdale currently no cure and few effective of stability while the council will not Estate, Cornerstone Café Grove and India will be sharing with us. treatments available. be required to make any more grants Sunday 24th June: 10:30 am - Andy Hooker will be continuing our ‘Spiritual the Horse and Jockey Pub in Disciplines’ series with a talk entitled ‘The Discipline of Service’. Stanford in the Vale. until at least 2022.” Sunday Club and Youth Group. 6:30pm - Helen Harwood will be sharing ‘Why I Believe’ WANTAGE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Eirlys Walters :$17$*(  *529( Sunday 3rd June: Wantage Christian Fellowship invites you to join them for a family Jubilee service at the Charlton Centre, Charlton Village Rd, Wantage at 5(9,(: 7UDYHO&OXE 10.30am. Further details from 01235 770166 Go ahead for kids to Sunday 10th June: Wantage Christian Fellowship invites you to join them for make a splash in family worship at the Charlton Centre, Charlton Village Rd, Wantage at National 10.30am. Our minister, Rev Glyn Oliver will be preaching on 'John's 1st Epistle Wallingford this - That's Real'. Children and young people have their own activities. Further details from summer Memorial 01235 770166 The Vale Schools Annual Sunday 17th June: Wantage Christian Fellowship invites you to join them for Young children in South Arboretum family worship at the Charlton Centre, Charlton Village Rd, Wantage at Oxfordshire will be able to make a Inclusive Sports Festival 10.30am. Our minister, Rev Glyn Oliver will be preaching on 'Stories to Share'. splash in Wallingford this summer & Stratford upon Avon The service will include communion. Children and young people have their after it was confirmed that the inter- On Friday 4th May over 100 stu- own activities. Further details from 01235 770166 active water feature in Riverside dents from Larkmead School, Park, will be turned on, despite the The National Memorial Arboretum comprises 150 acres of trees Sunday 24th June: Wantage Christian Fellowship invites you to join them for Faringdon Community College, and memorials devoted to the concept of Remembrance. Set family worship at the Charlton Centre, Charlton Village Rd, Wantage at ongoing drought conditions. Kingfisher School, Fitzwaryn 10.30am. Our minister, Rev Glyn Oliver will be answering 'Questions on a The water feature will be turned on School, Henley College and within the National Forest of Staffordshire, it was established in Postcard'. Children and young people have their own activities. Further details for young people to enjoy for the first Fitzharry’s School took part in the 1997 and contains 150 memorials of national significance. from 01235 770166. time on at the end of May, subject to Vale Schools Inclusive Sports final building works, between the Festival hosted and superbly organ- The Arboretum is the home of the Armed Forces Memorial which hours of 1pm and 5pm. This decision ised by Larkmead Teaching is a striking and emotive memorial. It gives recognition and thanks Jump to turn the feature on has been made Assistants, CeriHopgood and Nikki Adopt a donkey following consultation with Thames for those who have died whilst on duty or as a result of terrorist For Andy Reeves. It was great to see so many action since the Second World War and acknowledges the Water. schools taking part and the whole In order to ensure it would not fall day was a huge success. The day enduring sacrifice of those who mourn their loss. We plan to foul of ongoing regulations, South began with a fabulous opening cere- arrive in time for the daily 1100 Act of Remembrance in the chapel In memory of the late Andy Lee, 25 Oxfordshire District Council, owners - seating is limited and is on a first come first served basis. There of his family, friends, colleagues and mony led by Larkmead Media stu- of the site, sought advice on how the dents. There was a procession from is an indoor visitors centre and a restaurant and we will be there business associates from Oxfordshire continuing drought conditions, each school led by a torch bearer. for approx. 4 hours. & Berkshire are making a Tandem including the hosepipe ban, would The festival was ably supported by Parachute Jump on 9th June 2012 affect the running of the new facility. King Alfred’s Academy’s PARA- We then continue to Stratford upon Avon for a 2 hour stop. “Jump For Andy”. The Council has decided that the LYMPIC LEADERS who are being Last year Jake Lee, Andy’s eldest interactive water feature should be trained over 6 months by Carolyn son from East Hagbourne, Didcot turned on during each afternoon, so Murphy to eventually officiate and Sunday Jun 24th £21.95 along with a couple of Andy’s that young children have an area to team manage at The Oxfordshire come to when it is hot, a move which 01793 821303 friends, made the jump and raised School Games. The participants took Please telephone for futher information it is hoped will reduce the likelihood part in a variety of sports - led by £11,500 for cancer research. We are of people using paddling pools in or to book. Organised and operated by Barnes Travel. aiming to make this an annual King Alfred’s Leaders. One of the their own gardens. highlights of the day was when one of 2^]eT]XT]cE/

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Wantage 18 (1) - Kingston Herbie Payne, on loan from South or 01235 770985 Moving away from the red, white [email protected] disease caused by the fungus-like Bagpuize 34 (9) (Wantage skips first): Oxford, got his rink away to a good www.contactinteriors.co.uk www.roofing-roofers.co.uk organism Plasmopara obducens. The and blue theme! The Aquilegia or M Dick 8 – J Roberts 8 (after 12 start but a burst of activity from the effects are quite dramatic; the leaves granny’s bonnets in my garden are ends); J Bunting 3 – A Clewley 14 opponents saw them close the gap; turn yellow and drop. The flowers nearly in flower, the semi Aquilegia (after 10 ends); J Woodward 7 – R however, their resistance crumbled as SHAUN also drop leaving you with bare Sugar Plum Fairy with its smaller Clewley 12 (after 12 ends) Herbie’s rink surged forward to take This space stems! Most garden centres will not flowers has been out for sometime For the third game in a row rain the game. Mike Dick’s rink took an SKINNER could be be stocking them this year to give the and is still covered in buds. stopped play when Faringdon came early lead and piled on the pressure industry a chance for botanists to Foxgloves are just starting to send up to Wantage on 9 May. This time, but South Oxford moved out of bot- Fences built to last advertising find a cure and allow us to use them flower spikes. Foxglove Illumination however, Wantage did manage to tom gear and the final five ends saw once again. So what can we use in Pink has just taken the RHS plant of take the overall win. both sides evenly matched; Mike’s 01235 867352 or YOUR their place? Begonias are a great all the year at Chelsea flower show. Its Wantage 25 (8) - Faringdon 21 (2) team kept their composure and fin- round plant. They come in green or guaranteed to attract the bees. (Wantage skips first): J Sandalls 5 – V ished with a win. Gordon Swapp’s 07971 422693 business dark leaved forms; flowers come in Garratt 10 (after 9 ends); R Collyer 9 afternoon was a bit of a roller coast- white, rose, scarlet, pink and – R Haines 7 (after 9 ends); M er but ultimately it was South bicolour. Having a fleshy leaf, they Stradling 11 – J Blackman 4 (after 9 Oxford’s consistency which won Vale fights against speculative planning applications hold onto water, require very little ends) them the game. Marian Stradling’s dead heading, and will do well in the For the first time in the competition rink took off like a jet plane, roaring At the end of last year the Vale of step along the way to protect local sun or shade. Why haven’t we used the weather allowed a full game to be into a 12 shot lead after just eight White Horse District Council communities.” them more before! played at Kintbury on 16 May. ends, but her opponents took a deep embarked on a bold and well publi- As part of the scheduled work to However, looking at the scores it breath, flexed their muscles and cised initiative to protect the district identify housing sites the council is might have been better for Wantage if fought back to take the game by just against the threat of numerous spec- publishing the responses of parish rain had stopped play. one shot. ulative planning applications. The councils to the initial expressions of Polemoniums are my must have. Wantage 23 (0) - Kintbury 97 (10) Wantage 80 – South Oxford 66 council was concerned that as there interest and will continue work on Common name Jacob's ladder, they (Wantage skips first): M Stradling 11 (Wantage skips first): H Payne 20 – had been a low rate of house-build- evaluating these sites. As has always are an easy to grow perennial, and – A Elliot 19; G Swapp 6 – J Hathrill M Keen 12; M Dick 22 – M Rockett ing for some years there was a risk been the case any developer wishing rabbit proof. They like a well drained 38; M Dick 6 – J Arbon 40 12; G Swapp 17 – M Collisons 20; M that the planning inspectorate would to proceed is required to submit a soil and will grow well in partial Mens Kennet League Stradling 21 – K Mobley 22 support unsuitable developments normal planning application which shade. They form clumps of dark Mens KLX League Again, short of bowlers, against the decisions of the planning will be subject to the public consulta- green leaves, and in early summer The mens KLX kicked off with a Highworth saved the day by loaning committee and the wishes of local tion and scrutiny. These applications Every year I struggle to decide produces spikes of lavender-blue, game away to Hungerford on 10 May us two of their lady bowlers at people. will be judged on their merits in the what colour scheme to use in my bas- bell-shaped flowers. but, unfortunately, the evening didn’t Highworth on 13 May. Cabinet member for planning, Cllr context of the Housing Supply kets and pots. This year red, white Jobs go too well for Wantage. Mike Dick’s Sioux Cumming’s triple got off to a Roger Cox, said: Statement, along with the Local and blue have been very popular with If you are starting to cut hedges – triple kept the game fairly tight until slow start but after a plucky fight “Due to the failure in previous Plan, emerging LDF documents, and the forthcoming Queens Jubilee and check for nesting birds the 12th end when Hungerford pulled back the team went on to level the years to build enough houses and to the National Planning Policy the Olympics. There are lots of love- Protect crops from pests as neces- ahead for a win. Alan Mead’s triple game. Pat Hesketh’s triple took an prepare a new Local Plan (LDF), the Framework. ly blue plants for pots such as sary picked up 5 shots on the 11th end early lead, but it was jack length Vale is faced with the prospect of Verbena, Scaevola, Convulvulus, Plant out your summer bedding which brought them back into the which dominated the game and with developers gaining planning permis- Council approves new Lobelia, Surfinias, Nemesia and (keep some fleece handy in case it game, but they couldn’t maintain it. predominately long jacks Highworth sions by appeal to the planning chairman and cabinet Bacopa. For a good red it has to be turns cold again) Pete Cockell’s triple took the bull by drew steadily ahead. Gordon inspectorate against the wishes of the Geraniums, but also Salvias, Provide shade in the greenhouse the horns and was leading by 12 Swapp’s triple found themselves 9 people of the Vale, and against local member Verbena, Surfinia, Fuchsias and Earth up potatoes, and promptly shots at the 14th end but thereafter shots down after five ends but then planning policy. Every step we have Begonias. White flowers such as plant any still remaining lost a little momentum, allowing stunned themselves, and their oppo- taken since coming to power has Bacopa, Geranium, Surfinia, We still have a hosepipe ban so col- Hungerford to narrow the gap. nents, by picking up NINE shots on been to reduce this risk and give com- Verbena and Lobelia are all great in lect as much rainwater as you can Wantage 42 (2) – Hungerford 52 (8) the following end to draw level; but munities back some control.” pots or baskets. Lift and divide overcrowded (Wantage skips first): M Dick 12 – K despite their best efforts they were In a move to reduce this risk the Elsewhere in the garden plants are clumps of daffodils and other spring- Hughes 17; A Mead 15 – A Bartter unable to keep Highworth in check. Vale consulted on a plan to introduce bursting into life. How about the flowering bulbs 24; P Cockell 15 – G Austen 11 Stuart Soanes’ triple were trailing by an Interim Housing Supply Policy. Ladies Ridgeway League just one shot when a fortuitous dis- This set out to relax some planning Recipes The ladies got off to a good start in placement of the jack by their oppo- rules in villages to allow limited their first game at home to Abingdon sition enabled them to pick up 3 housing development that is propor- on 17 May. Joyce Bunting’s triple shots to take the lead. Mike Dick ‘s tionate to the village size and which took the lead from the start and triple found themselves up against contributes to the prosperity and Warm courgette scones never really looked in danger of giv- stiff competition from the word go vitality of the villages. Consultation Nice but naughty fruit compote has been ongoing and the matter is ing it up. It was a similar story for and their opponents maintained their The picture shows new Chairman, Marian Stradling’s triple who fin- lead throughout. due to be discussed at the Vale’s Annual Council meeting next week. Councillor Janet Carr (right) and new ished with a good win. A reverse of Wantage 77 – Highworth 102 Vice Chairman, Dorothy Brown (left). fortunes for Mary Shepherd’s triple (Wantage skips first): S Cumming 13 Parish councils, landowners, devel- who couldn’t quite get into their – J White 13; P Hesketh 18 – J opers and residents have actively engaged in this constructive consulta- South Oxfordshire District Council game. Etherington 31; G Swapp 17 – has some new faces in senior roles Wantage 55 (7) – Abingdon 41 (2) M Williams 25; S Soanes 20 – H tion process, which has produced a list of potential sites that may be suit- following its annual meeting. (Wantage skips first): J Bunting 24 – Hayes 14; M Dick 9 – F Etherington Councillor Janet Carr has taken L Sims 5; M Stradling 20 – H Steele 19 able for development, adding to the sustainability of rural settlements. over the role of chairman from Felix Bloomfield who spent his year in A brilliant breakfast recipe for a These sites are being assessed by offi- The perfect breakfast for those who cers in the light of the consultation office as a civic ambassador for the domestic goddess! want to detox Ten years on, Dow AgroSciences revisit Letcombe Regis council and raising more than £7,900 • Makes 12 small scones process, and the results of this assess- ment are being prepared for publica- for his chosen charities the Richard Preparation time 20 minutes • Serves 4 As part of a 10 year celebration, commented: Burns Foundation, Compassion in Cooking time 12 minutes staff from Dow AgroSciences recent- “We certainly did enjoy our visit tion. Preparation time 10 minutes Changes in planning law intro- World Farming and the Chiltern Ingredients Cooking time 25 minutes ly joined Richmond Letcombe Regis and loved the opportunity to chat to Centre for Disabled Children. 1 medium courgette, grated Retirement Village residents for residents and staff to exchange sto- duced by the government’s National Ingredients Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) Councillor Carr said: (approx. 100g) Compote: afternoon tea and cakes. The staff, ries of how the site was 10 years ago. “To be made chairman of South 225g plain flour most of whom have worked with We all agreed that the site has been mean these proposals cannot now be 2 apples, peeled, cored and sliced adopted as a formal policy of the Oxfordshire is a great honour and I 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda 200g ready to eat prunes, sliced Dow AgroSciences for 20 years or developed into a great amenity for am looking forward to a very busy 1/2 tsp salt more, once worked at the Letcombe the area and it certainly integrates council. Instead, a five-year housing 30g sultanas land supply statement will be pro- and rewarding year. Felix Bloomfield 225g wholemeal flour 200ml apple juice Regis site and were revisiting to see with the existing village very well.” represented the council wonderfully 350ml milk, plus a little extra (for how the site had changed since its Richmond Villages commenced duced, plus a separate sites assess- Yoghurt mixture: ment document, which the planning and put some real effort into raising brushing) 50g blueberries or blackberries closure in 2002. On the same day work on the site in 2007. The money for his chosen charities. I 100g cheese grated they had enjoyed a special staff lunch Retirement Village and Care home committee will take into account in (reserve a few for the topping) reaching its decisions, alongside the hope that I am able to benefit my Black pepper 200g zero fat Greek yoghurt or soya at their Milton Park offices. opened in February 2010 and the charities, Helen and Douglas House Method Richmond Village residents were Village now has over 150 residents. formal policies of the council. yoghurt Cllr Roger Cox, cabinet member for and Emmaus, just as much.” 1. Preheat oven to 220C. Topping: kindly presented with a gift of four The site was originally bought by Anna Badcock has joined the 2. Sprinkle a little salt onto the framed photos of the site, some of the Dow Chemical Company from planning and housing, said: 75g oats “We inherited a grave problem Cabinet taking over the portfolio for courgette and leave for 15 minutes. 50g chopped hazelnuts which were taken over 100 years ago. the Agricultural Research Council in Health and Housing previously held Then rinse the courgette and place in The visitors also brought with them 1985. Over the years an employee when we came to power last year. We Pinch of nutmeg or cinnamon embarked on a creative local by Dorothy Brown. Dorothy has a clean tea towel, pressing out as Method numerous photos and facts to share base of 120 people was developed been a councillor for 13 years and a much water as you can. with residents. including scientists, administration, approach to provide much needed 1. Place the compote ingredients new homes whilst maximising local cabinet member for nine and has now 3. Sieve the plain flour, bicarbonate into a large pan and gently simmer Christine Sharples says: purchasing and an engineering taken up the role of vice-chairman of of soda, salt and wholemeal flour “It was fascinating to look back at group. At the time of the closure, control over decision-making. The for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. draft policy on which we have con- the council. into large bowl. 2. Fold the blueberries into the how the site once was and to see what some laboratory work and personnel Bill Service, Cabinet member for 4. Make a well in the flour and add used to be where my apartment is moved to the headquarters in sulted was intended to give both yoghurt and set aside. parishes and the district more control Leisure and Grants, will also take on the milk, courgette and half the 3. Place the oats, nuts and nutmeg now.” Indianapolis, USA and the site was Community Safety as part of his cheese. Gently mix to a dough. Tina Rees, Administrative Leader, just too big for the remaining staff. in these changing circumstances. We or cinnamon into a non-stick pan. expect the five-year land supply state- portfolio. Councillor Ann Ducker, 5. Lightly dust your work surface Gently heat for five minutes, stirring Leader of the Council, said: with a little flour. Press the dough to ment and the sites assessment docu- from time to time. Published by Review Publishing, ment to be material considerations “I am delighted to welcome a thickness of 4cm and season with 4. To serve, share out the fruit into PO Box 6098, Newbury, RG14 9BN. Councillor Badcock to the Cabinet as black pepper. for the planning committee when four dishes, add a little yoghurt then Printed by Newbury News Ltd., determining planning applications.” I am sure that she will be a very good 6. Cut out twelve scones. Alter- top with the oat mixture and the Newspaper House, Faraday Road, addition. Dorothy Brown has been natively, use your hands to shape Cllr Matthew Barber, leader of the reserved blueberries. Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2DW. council added: an excellent Cabinet member and has twelve scones. spent almost a decade in the role and 7. Brush the top of the scones with Contact mobile 07917 191909 “The cabinet is taking steps bring forward the Core Strategy of the new she will be an equally good vice- a little milk and add the remaining To advertise in the chairman. cheese. Local Plan (LDF), and will shortly be publishing a new timetable. We “I would also like to praise Felix 8. Cover a baking tray with parch- Wantage & Grove All rights Reserved. No part of this Bloomfield for the excellent work he ment paper and a light dusting of publication may be reproduced or recognise the urgent need to adopt a new local plan (LDF), and for us to has done for South Oxfordshire and flour. Place the scones on the tray Review call Tanya stored on any system, or transmitted his charities over the last twelve and bake for 12 minutes at 220C. in any other form, be that build more new homes in the district as required by government. This was months. I am certain that Janet Carr These scones taste best eaten straight photocopying, reproducing/scanning, will continue where he has left off from the oven. Serve with a spread of on 07917 191909 recording or otherwise, without prior something our predecessors failed to achieve, and we intend to take every and ensure that our district continues your choice. permission of the publisher. to be held in high regard.” www.wantageandgrovereview.co.uk Email: [email protected] 8 ––– Monday May 28, 2012 Tel:07917 191909 Wantage and Grove Review Wantage&GroveSportsReview

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More success for Grove and Didcot Gymnastics Club County Track & Field Wantage Girls Football Club Under 10’s triumphant Elliot ranked 7th Championships Wantage Girls Under 10’s football hear from new players in year’s 4 to in the UK Grove and Didcot Gymnastics team competed in their first ever 6-a- 10. They also hope to start a brand Club took a record 18 medals at the The two day Oxfordshire Athletics side tournament at Tower Hill new Under 10’s team for next season National Roses Competition held Championship at the Horspath track (Witney) on Sunday 13th May and and they would love to hear from any over the bank holiday weekend in saw a small team of White Horse came home as triumphant winners. girls currently in year’s 3 and 4. Full Spalding, Lincs. Harriers collect seven titles as well as The competition was run on a details of who to contact can be Competing against 270 gymnasts silver and bronze medals. league basis and the girls topped the found on the club website www.club- from 10 counties and 7 regions the Top performers were in the Under standings by winning two and draw- website.co.uk/wantagegirlsfootball- majority of the medals were won by 20 Men's and Women's events where ing one of their matches without con- club the two youngest members of the both Jonathan Cornish , 1500m and ceding a goal. The triumphant squad The Club are holding their annual team, 7 year olds Poppy Stewart and 3000m and Becky Hodgson 400m consisted of Sophie, Daisey, Izzy, presentation evening at the Ashleigh Harrow. They were compet- and 800m claimed two victories. Mackenzie, Laura, Lauren and Comrades Club in Wantage on ing in the Moss Rose category, quite Other gold medals were won by Josie Amelia with Amelia (3) and Lauren Tuesday 12th June from 6.30pm. a high level for their age, and though Harrison Under 17 Ladies 3000m, (1) scoring the important goals. Awards for the “Player’s Player”, the there were originally 4 entrant at this Zack Smith Under 15 Boys 100m and Wantage Girls Football Club will “Manager’s Player” and the “Most age group with two withdrawals they Ben Claridge Under 15 Boys 800m. be running three teams next season in Improved Player” for last season will were left to take the medals. They did Silver medals were claimed by Josie the Under 11, Under 13 and Under be presented to girls in each of the not sit back on their laurels, however, Harrison Under Ladies 800m, Ben 15 age groups and they are keen to current teams. each was determined to compete Claridge Under 15 Boys1500m. Jake everything they had trained for, and, Allen Under 17 Men 400m, Sam Didcot super karter Elliot Harvey is though simpler routines would have Marshall Under 20 Men 400m, celebrating a number of achievements still won them their medals they put Mitch Lomas Under 20 Men 1500m. this week. After achieving fantastic in every move, no matter how diffi- Bronze medals went to Ryan Craze results at the fourth round of the 2012 cult. In the event Ashleigh took 4 Under 15 Boys 300m, Zack Smith Championship at Forest Edge Kart gold and two silver and Poppy 4 sil- Under 15 Boys Long Jump, Sophie Club, he had a driver assessment at ver and two gold in bar, vault, tum- Lloyd Under 17 Ladies 1500m, the izone at Silverstone, was on ble, challenge, beam and trampette. Mitch Lomas Under 20 Men 400m Silverstone radio, and has is now offi- In the 9 year old section of Moss and Anthony Holmes Under 20 Men cially ranked 7th in the UK. The ten Rose Elsie Slatter gained a bronze in 1500m. year old superstar outshone all of his trampette and in the 11 year old cat- Results: rivals by immediately setting the egory Natasha Doxey won gold with Under 13 Girls: Georgina Paxton-Doggett fastest lap in practice, and followed it a perfect 10 for her superb Challenge 800m 10th 3min 10.41sec. up with more impressive results for Under 15 Girl: Eloise Graham Javelin 4th routine. 16.07m; Discus 9th 11.04m. race day. Starting from 21st position In the Royal Rose category 16 year Under 15 Boys: Zack Smith 100m 1st in the first heat and with his closest old KA pupil Hanna Fairfull won sil- 12.19sec, 200m 4th 26.35sec, Long Jump rivals up at the front, Elliot stormed ver for a good front somersault on 3rd 4.32m. through the field to finish in a remark- trampette and bronze for her :Ryan Craze 100m 6th 13.26sec, 200m 7th able fourth place, also clocking the Challenge in her first ever major 27.77sec, 300m 3rd 42.18sec. fastest lap time of the race. The result competittion, having come late into :Ben Claridge 800m 1st 2min 13.03sec, The triumphant squad are pictured left: Sophie, Daisey, Izzy, Mackenzie, immediately set the benchmark for 1500m 2nd 4min 35.69sec. Laura, Lauren and Amelia with Amelia (3) and Lauren (1) scoring the important more stellar performances throughout this level. :Joe Bradstock Long Jump 5th 3.94m, Finally, in Tudor Rose, the highest Javelin 4th 25.39m. goals. the rest of the weekend. category at which Grove and Didcot Under 17 Ladies: Josie Harrison 800m 2nd The excellent result in the first heat girls were competing, Charlene 2min 30.65sec, 3000m 1st 11min 16.07sec. Butler Sherborn “saddles up” meant Elliot started in second place Mehrtens-Haupt (14) won silver for a :Sophie Lloyd 1500m 3rd 5min 5.99sec. for the next, where he took the lead on great half on half off vault and silver Under 17 Men: Jake Allen 100m 5th “Whether you need a country and realised that whether through the first lap and maintained it until the again for her Challenge, where she 12.28sec, 400m 2nd 55.94sec. end, crossing the finish line a huge Under 20 Ladies: Becky Hodgson 400m 1st house with an acre or two for a pony, racing, hunting, eventing, polo or competed a shusanova for the first or run an equine business needing simply having a horse for pleasure, 6.44 seconds ahead of his nearest 59.79sec, 800m 1st 2min 28.25sec. competitor. What is more, Elliot also time. Under 20 Men: Jonathan Cornish 1500m stabling, an arena, gallops and staff there are a huge number of people Another great result for the Grove 1st 4min 19.61sec, 3000m 1st 9min accommodation, the new equestrian with very specific property require- set another fastest lap, four tenths of a and Didcot girls, who will be showing 20.14sec. department offers a complete range ments.” second faster than the next best lap- their talents at various fetes and festi- :Sam Marshall 400m 2nd 55.93sec, 800m of property support activities,” says Butler Sherborn Equestrian time. Heat three saw Elliot start in vals in Grove, Didcot and Wantage 4th 2min 8.64sec. Ben Way, who is managing Butler Services: a finding service to help you tenth place, and once again he battled over the summer, including the :Anthony Holmes 800m 5th 2min through the field to finish in first posi- 10.85sec. 1500m 3rd 4min 27.87sec. Sherborn Equestrian Services. locate and buy or rent the property tion for the second race in a row, firing Wantage and Grove Jubilee celebra- :Mitch Lomas 400m 3rd 56.61sec, 1500m “Our research showed that those that is right for you. Acting for both tion on the Bank Holiday Monday. a warning to his competitors for the 2nd 4min 24.17sec. with an interest in horses have wide property owners and tenants with final. Senior Men: Graham Wiggins 400m 7th ranging property needs, and it made equestrian interests or formal valua- 65.98sec' 800m 7th 2min 30.91sec. 1500m The outstanding results in the first sense to meet all of these require- tions, whether for insurance, loan three heats meant that Elliot started 6th 5min 8.5sec. ments through one dedicated depart- security or capital taxation, including Vet 65 Men: Richard Jegou Hammer 2nd the final race in a well deserved pole 27.15m. ment providing a one-stop solution. change of use or the installation of position. After a difficult start and an “We took a long hard look at the facilities such as arenas and horse early red flag, the race was restarted equestrian sector in the Cotswolds, walkers. and Elliot drove some impressive laps, Oxfordshire Community taking a fantastic win and finishing Games kicks off after ten laps a full 3.6 seconds ahead of second place. Yet again, Elliot out- Oxfordshire’s Community Games is shone his rivals by posting the fastest now officially launched. The first lap of the race at 48.58 seconds, the Community Games now registered quickest of the entire day. Elliot’s will take place in Grimsbury, superlative performance means that Banbury on 4 August 2012. he has now stretched his lead to 44 Local charity, Banbury Young points ahead of his nearest rival in the Homelessness Project, will be organ- Forest Edge 2012 championship. ising the event, a ‘Big Day Out’ that Happy with the way the weekend will be packed with sporting and cul- went after some difficult races in tural activities open to the whole adverse weather conditions, Elliot community. commented, BYHP’s ‘Big Day Out’ is just one of “This weekend’s racing has been thousands of Community Games great, I found a good rhythm early on events planned around the country and managed to maintain the pace this summer, giving local people a throughout all of the heats. I hoped to chance to bring communities togeth- achieve good results here but three er, to join in and be a part of the Sam Butler (centre), senior partner of Butler Sherborn at the launch of the wins out of four is something none of London 2012 Olympics, by organis- firm's new Equestrian department at Nicky Henderson's Seven Barrows yard us could expect. There was some ing their own sporting and cultural and gallops in Lambourn. Also pictured are Ben Way who is managing the new tough competition out there but I’m events. enterprise, and Sarah Henderson of Butler Sherborn's Stow office. really pleased to say that I came out Anna Colao, Youth and on top after some challenging races in Community worker at BHYP and some cultural, making sure everyone the past few weeks, and I’m already hold many more Community Games looking forward to the next race and lead organiser said, can get involved and have a fantastic in Oxfordshire. ‘EXERCISE YOUR “This is all about bringing local day out.” to see if I can maintain these results!” For more information and to find Elliot will be in action next on 26th ¤ desserts people together from different back- Over 165,000 people so far are tak- out how you can hold a Community RIGHT TO A and fried and 27th May where he will compete grounds to celebrate 2012 and have ing part in Community Games Games in your area visit in the next round of the Formula Kart snacks also lots of fun. 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