VILLAGE LIFE

OF BIBURY, ARLINGTON, ABLINGTON, BARNSLEY AND WINSON

MAY 2021 VILLAGE LIFE DATES FOR THE DIARY ISSUE 459

MAY Mon 3rd Pop up teas restart - Bibury Churchyard Tues 4th Committee Meeting - Village Hall 2pm Thurs 6th Election Day Thurs 13th Ascension Day Holy Communion & Vicarage 7.30AM breakfast, Bibury Church Fri 21st Music in Country Churches - Bibury Church 5pm & 7pm Sat 22nd Music in Country Churches - Bibury Church 5pm & 7pm Thurs 20th Copy Deadline for June Village Life JUNE Thurs 24th BibLit Extra - Earl Spencer - Bibury Church 7pm JULY Sun 25th Village Fete Bibury Church and Churchyard

VILLAGE LIFE PANEL Treasurer: Mr Roger King, 8 Pike Villas, The Pike, Arlington, Bibury 740510 Secretary: Mrs Wendy Challinor, Chestnut Grove, Arlington, Bibury 740021 Mr Neil Harvey: Technical Director, 2 Meadowlands, The Pike, Arlington 740295 Mr Chris Dunn, Four winds , Ablington 740823 Mrs Sarah French, 11 Arlington Fields, Bibury 740698 Mrs Tabitha Mayall, Ready Token House, Ready Token 740120 Mrs Sarah Smith, 7 Arlington Fields, Arlington 740214 Please Note: if you wish to put an article or advert in ‘Village Life’ magazine it should be sent to [email protected]

BIBURY, BARNSLEY AND WINSON CHURCHES

Bibury Vicarage, Gloucestershire, GL7 5NT [email protected] 01285 740301

Dear Friends Going through my father’s old books, a year on from his death, I have paused from time to time when I have found either his mother or grandmother’s name written on the frontispiece. My interest caught by the kind of books bought and kept by two women I never met yet to whom I am intimately connected. And deemed interesting enough, by my bibliophile father, to be retained. One such book, which I am reading now, is John Moore’s Portrait of Elmbury, published in 1946, a beautiful and rather brilliant picture of his hometown, Tewkesbury, between the wars. His wonderful descriptions of farming at the time and his gloriously drawn characters are a delight, and he reflects wittily on the colourlessness of his Bloomsbury 2 set writer friends when compared with the full-bodied character of Elmbury residents. The truth is that he can see what others can not. Far from belittling his provincial roots he delights in them, because they are, in themselves, the source of his life as well and his bright window on the world. Because he can see in a way that others wont.

As William Blake puts it in The Everlasting Gospel: This life’s dim windows of the soul Distorts the heavens from pole to pole And leads you to believe a lie When you see with, not through, the eye.

This old doggerel puts it slightly differently: Two men looked through prison bars One saw mud, the other stars.

It’s all about truly seeing and often the hardest thing to see is that which is most familiar. The groundbreaking artist Henri Matisse often observed that looking at something, as though we have never seen it before requires great courage. Looking. Seeing. It takes time and effort. I remember years back as chaplain at a school where there was a superb art department the Head of Art emphasising that art was all about looking, and he therefore insisted on all his students learning to draw still life as that discipline (however poor the result) forces us to look. John Ruskin made the same point. And much as we should apply that discipline to our surroundings, how much more we should apply it to people. Giving them our full, unhurried attention. As Simone Weil put it ‘True attention is the rarest and purest form of generosity’. And if this all sounds a bit heavy, do note that if you look and listen you will find all manner of delights and joys. John Moore records a story told by ‘the colonel’ in 1934: A little girl was leading a cow along the road when she met a smart old lady. ‘Where are you taking that moo-cow?’ asked the lady ‘To be seen to by the bull’ replied the little girl. ‘Goodness’, said the lady, shocked at the girl’s task, ‘cant your father do it?’ ‘No’, responds the girl, ‘it has to be the bull’.

Open you eyes and look. Truly see Open your ears and listen, really hear And you will have life And you will give life

With every blessing and prayers Tim

Thursday 13th May is Ascension Day

7:30am Holy Communion at Bibury followed by the breakfast in The Vicarage Garden

Monday 10th May Pop up teas restart Bibury Home made cakes, tea and chat Churchyard

Sunday 16th May Ignite Party 5:00pm For years 1-9 Bibury Christmas – Halloween – Valentine – Easter! Churchyard

3 Friday 21st and Music in Country Churches Saturday 22nd May To include: Members of the English chamber 5:00pm and 7:00pm orchestra playing Mendelssohn E-flat octet, Bibury Church Coleridge-Taylor’s Four Novelleten, Percy Grainger TICKETS ONLY AVAILABLE FROM MICC WEBSITE Saturday 5th June End of Lockdown Spring Clean Bibury Church 9:30-12:30 With tea and home made cakes

Thursday 24th June BibLit Extra Drinks from 6:00pm Earl Spencer speaks about his latest book Bibury Church Talk 7:00pm The White Ship Admission Free

Sunday 27th June End of Lockdown Party The Square 12 noon

Village Fete at Bibury Church Bibury Church Sunday 25th July and Churchyard

Friday 20th to Sunday Art and Flower Festival 22nd August Bibury Church

Sunday 29th August Vicarage Garden Party The Vicarage 12 noon

MAY CHURCH Bibury Barnsley Winson SERVICES Sunday 2nd May 11.00am 10:00am 9:00am Easter 5 Common Worship BCP Holy BCP Holy Acts 8:26-end Holy Communion Communion Communion John 15:1-8 Sunday 9th May 11.00am 10.00am 9:00am Easter 6 Common Worship Common Worship BCP Holy Acts 10:44-end Holy Communion Holy Communion Communion John 20:9-17 Thursday 13th May 7:30am Ascension Day Common Worship Acts 1:1-11 Holy Communion Luke 24: 44-end Sunday 16th May 11.00am 10:00am 9:00am Easter 7 Common Worship BCP Holy BCP Holy Acts 1:15-17,21-end Holy Communion Communion Communion John 17:6-19 Sunday 23rd May 11.00am 10.00am 9:00am Pentecost Common Worship Common Worship BCP Holy Acts 2:1-21 Holy Communion Holy Communion Communion John 15:26-27, 16:4b-15

4 Sunday 30th May 11.00am Trinity Sunday Common Worship Isaiah 6:1-8 Holy Communion John 3:1-7 Sunday 6th June 11.00am 10:00am 9:00am Trinity 1 Common Worship BCP Holy BCP Holy 1 Samuel: 8:4-20 Holy Communion Communion Communion Mark 3:20-end Churchwardens Jackie Colburn Lavinia Sidgwick 01451 860212 TBE 01285 720682

ARLINGTON BAPTIST CHURCH www.arlingtonbaptist.org.uk Charity 1192458

Many of us tuned in to watch the funeral of Prince Phillip in April, how wonderful that he had been able to plan the ceremony himself which was so apparent by the style and personal touches.

As the Village Life goes to copy we hear that Bibury has sadly lost a dear resident and friend Reg Stringer after a short illness. Although we celebrate his long and full life, times like these are always very sad, and our love and prayers go out to Jean, daughters Sue and Judy and to the many grandchildren and great grandchildren that meant so much to Reg, he was loved by them all. As well as the many, many friends who will miss his cheeky smile, sense of fun and stories. Reg was a regular at church gatherings here at ABC and he loved dancing especially to big band music. One bible verse stands out for Reg at this time:

Ecclesiastes 3:4 A time to weep and a time to laugh; A time to mourn and a time to dance Bless you, Reg.

Words from the prayer used at Prince Phillip’s service as we remember both of these loyal Christian men: We meekly beseech thee, O Father that, when we shall depart this life, we may rest in him, as our hope is this our brother doth; and that, at the general resurrection in the last day, we may be found acceptable in thy sight; and receive that blessing, which thy well- beloved Son shall then pronounce to all that love and fear thee, saying, Come ye blessed children of my Father; receive the kingdom prepared for you from the beginning of the world. Grant this we beseech thee, O merciful Father through Jesus Christ, our Mediator and Redeemer. Amen.

Services in May Every Sunday @ 10.30am Arlington community rooms and kitchen project update During the last month another £4500 has been pledged and raised, we are getting closer to the target and need further £18000 to reach £65000 Details of how to donate can be found on www.Arlington baptist.org.uk and we sincerely thank all who have pledged so far. The great news is that work can now start, we hope to complete the whole project this year and with God’s blessing the facility will be available to everyone as well as plans for a lunch club and community meals, plus clubs and events.

5 BIBURY FOOTBALL CLUB

Having completed 50 years as Club Secretary, Willy Brown, is retiring at the Club’s June AGM. Les Smith has agreed to accept the role as Football Secretary, therefore, there is a vacancy for the appointment of a Social club secretary. Anyone interested should contact the Club Chairman, Stephen Turner, on 07811 022759.

Hopefully, we can fully open the Social Club as of 17th May, 2021, unless Boris decrees otherwise. And, if all the restrictions are lifted on 21st June, 2021, we hope we can return to holding Bingo Sessions as of Monday, 28th June, 2021.

We have finally got back on the grass in the Rev Davies memorial cup first game back resulted in a home defeat to Charlton Rovers Archie Day and Charlie Ingham with the Bibury Goal next was a 3-0 away defeat against Falcons from Cheltenham.An away trip to Upton st Leonards saw a very good 2-1 win for Bibury Scott Reynolds and Dan Shannon with the Bibury goals next up was a home defeat 2-1 to Andoversford.Performances have been good as most of the teams in our group are from a higher division

THOUGHT FOR THE MONTH

My personality is who I am. My attitude depends on who you are. ~ Frank Ocean

BIBURY PARISH COUNCIL ELECTION

At the time of going to print, Village Life have received the following four submissions from prospective candidates for the three vacancies for the Parish Council.

Craig Roger Chapman: I am a resident of Bibury living in Long Cottage, Arlington having moved here in October 2020. I have lived in the North Cotswolds since 2004, moving to Bibury from Chipping Campden and prior to that lived in the village of Pebworth, close to Chipping Campden. Whilst in Pebworth I worked with the Parish Council on the development of the Village Plan. I am politically active and am a branch Treasurer (Fairford, Lechlade and Villages) and still retain the role as Branch Secretary / Treasurer for Chipping Campden. Prior to that I have been a Branch Chairman, Election Agent and acted as Constituency Management Team member. My wife is American from Williamsburg, Virginia which has a strong association with Arlington / Bibury through the Custis Family who moved to Virginia in the 17th Century from this area. We live in a listed 18th Century property that we are lovingly restoring, and both have a great passion for and interest in the history of this area. I am retired, having stood down from my role as Chief Executive of Clearfleau Group Limited, providing a renewable energy technology, in September 2020. Besides a love of walking with my wife and dogs, I am an enthusiastic badminton player. Having gained an understanding and love of the Cotswolds over 17 years I am delighted to be resident in Bibury. This is a vibrant community which the residents deeply care for; whilst there is a need to protect, maintain and sympathetically develop it. Particularly I am interested in traffic management, with respect to speed and parking, and to look at ways for the residents and local businesses to gain maximum benefit from tourism. I understand the dynamics of local government and will energetically contribute to the processes that make a Parish Council successfully and cohesively function.

6 Peter Gardner: Hello, my name is Peter Gardner and I am standing for Bibury Parish Council in the upcoming May elections. I am 64 years of age and Julie and myself purchased a property in Bibury in 2018. We moved from Shipton under Wychwood in Oxfordshire where we lived for 20 years. We have twin boys, now 38 years old and 4 grandchildren. We live in Orchard Grange, formerly Greenacres, which is in Hay Lane next door to Tallis Amos Group Ltd, the farm equipment supplier. We converted the garages into a disabled property where our parents now live. Sadly, they suffer with Dementia and Parkinson’s so they have carers and ourselves to look after them. You may have seen Father on his mobility scooter driving through the lanes with a flashing orange light. My working life started in engineering as a plastics technologist and moved over time into computing. Julie and myself ran a small computer software company for over 30 years. During my time in Oxfordshire, I also volunteered as a first responder with South Central Ambulance Service, a role which I enjoyed very much. I am qualified to degree level in Physics and mathematics and have also undertaking a number of Open University course on caring for people with Dementia and Parkinson’s. We have now retired and look forward to getting involved with Bibury life, its ways and its people. I enjoy working with wood, gardening, dry stone walling (just a beginner), walking. I am passionate about care in the community. We both enjoy travelling and look forward to all of us being returned to a more normal way of life. I very much hope that you vote in the May elections and assure you that should I be elected I will endeavour to use my abilities to assist this wonderful village that we all call home.

Ann Haigh: My name is Ann Haigh, my family and I have lived in Bibury for 35 years. For about 30 of those years I was involved with the Parish Council, initially as Clerk (a role which I did for 7 years) followed by being a Councillor, Chairman and Councillor again. I was part of the team who won us a Lottery Grant of £50,000, raised £20,000 through local generosity, oversaw the build and managed the Play Park for 6 years. This was requested by children at Bibury Primary School following visits by Parish Council Chairmen, Ward Councillors, County Councillors and our M.P when pupils were asked to identify things they would like to happen in the village. In the years since I stepped down from the Parish Council there have rightly been changes and I have recently been saddened by hurtful dissent on the Parish Council. I have put my name forward for nomination this time because I would like to see the Council lead a parish- wide survey to discover what our villages now feel is important to them in relation to the major issues we have; only by knowing their hopes and dreams can we hope to work together to achieve the best fit to accomplish their wishes. Moving things forward in council terms always seems to take forever and it is really important to have an agreed plan to work towards as a community in order to achieve those aims, your Parish Council is only as strong as the support of their community.

John Phillips: I am writing to introduce myself as a candidate for the forthcoming Parish Council election. My name is John Phillips and I am a retired Consultant Chemist and part-time University Lecturer. I have served on several British and European Standards Committees both as a committee member and as chairman. I have lived with my wife, Judy, in Ablington for more than fourteen years and some of you will know me for keeping the donkeys at Hinton Barn, who have led numerous Palm Sunday processions. I have been active in Bibury and Ablington during the time that we have lived here, having served on the Village Hall committee and the Parochial Church Council. I am one of the organists at Bibury Church as well as delivering “Village Life” to part of Ablington. I am standing because I have a keen interest in village matters and, as we move into a period of great change, I feel that Ablington needs a representative on the council who can speak for all the people of the parish. I am standing independently of any political party. I would regard it as a privilege to represent you on the Parish Council and would be pleased to be entrusted with your vote on May 6th

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POEM OF THE MONTH Garden Glory Oh my garden complete Looking very neat With Red Robin hedges And roses in bloom Lilac and honeysuckle For fabulous perfume Bedding plants hanging Aroma baskets galore. A beautiful peony and a whole lot more This time of year makes my heart sing To have created a haven where nature is king.

THE OLD MAN OF THE PIKE No I have not rushed out with my running shoes on, nor gone mad and done a load of retail therapy let alone quenched my thirst outdoors at the local. I am just taking my time to take advantage of the relaxation of the “Covid 19” regulations. We have waited a long time for these relaxations so we are not rushing in and possibly risking catching the dreaded lurgy, but will be trying to take more fresh air especially with this spell of fine weather. So many things have changed and will remain changed due to the “Corvid 19” in the near future. Will an appointment with the Doctor ever be the same again? Will we be giving people a bit more room when we are out and about? Just let us take our time and let things advance slowly. In these testing times the weather has been fine, maybe a bit chilly in the mornings but sunny and dry. This has been good for getting on the garden, weeds may be a bit slower in growing but they are there as usual quicker off the mark than the seeds that you have planted. I will have to try and get the better of them this year, what is the saying 1 years seeding 7 years weeding? I do not think I will ever get rid of the blighters but I can but try. I hope you all are well and are managing to get your vaccination in due course and are getting on with your lives as per the rules as they are gradually relaxed. Stay fit and healthy and see you next month.

COUNTRY SIGHTINGS My neighbour Tony shouted to me come and look and on 30 March about 6.20pm there were 2 swallows on electric cables. Quite early, but not unknown. Next day 2 more were seen. Also we have had a pair of Goldfinches around for a couple of days. A pair of Wrens, one which was seen most days in the winter. We also were able to watch a Goldcrest which was in an apple tree 3 ft away. Wonderful little bird. On a nearly daily basis we also see a rook or crow divebombing a Buzzard. A recent sunny day we saw one of the newt family laying in the sun on the garden path. Awaiting to see a yellowhammer when in my opinion Spring is here properly. ~ Roger King

8 Village hall history: The story of the ‘Jesus Almshouse’ For almost 300 years Bibury had an almshouse, paid for by a wealthy Cotswold landowner. The building is still there, facing the Village Hall across the main road. -oOo- In 1559 the will of a wealthy Cotswold landowner called Hugh Westwood included a bequest of £40 to fund the building of an almshouse for four elderly men in Bibury. Westwood had owned the Manor of Bibury since 1552, and Arlington a little later. At his death he had an estimated 6,000 acres of Cotswold grazing land. There was a scandalous 40-year delay in implementing Westwood’s bequest because his heir and nephew Robert Westwood diverted the money to other uses. (It didn’t do him any good: he died in the Fleet prison in London in 1600). Eventually, and only after a legal battle fought by the trustees, a plot of land was purchased on the slope overlooking the bend where the Burford road turns away from the River Coln at the southern end of The Street. It is possible that with the purchase came a cottage and shop, which the trustees retained until the 1960s. The almshouse was built and in operation by 1607, and was named the Jesus Almshouse of Hugh Westwood. Using income from lands also donated by Westwood in Ampney St Crucis, Ampney St Mary and Ampney St Peter, each resident received a coat, money for firewood, and 1s 4d a year. One of the four men was designated the ‘master’, so he received 1s 6d a year. By the late 1800s the Jesus Almshouse seems to have become rather run down, and demand for places had fallen, so the rules were changed to also allow elderly women to become residents. Meanwhile, under pressure from the newly-formed Charity Commission, the Almshouse Charity of Hugh Westwood had in 1899 been merged with all the other charities in Bibury, including the ones related to the Village Hall, to create Bibury United Charities (BUC). The BUC Trustees wasted no time in disposing of the Westwood Almshouse. An advertisement in the Gloucester Journal of 14 September 1901 offered it for sale by tender, describing it as ‘that desirable freehold property known as the almshouse of Hugh Westwood’s foundation’. (That was 1901 ‘spin’, I think). Interested parties were invited to submit offers by 5th October. In the event, the best offer came from Lord Sherborne, who secured it in 1902 for £100. So in 300 years the value of the house had gone up from £40 to £100. The handsome stone building is still there, privately owned for the past 118 years. Over the door you can still see the stone plaque declaring ‘Jesus Almshouse of Hugh Westwood Foundation’. PS1: Bibury’s Arlington Row cottages are sometimes described as ‘former almshouses’. However, Hugh Westwood’s Jesus Almshouse was the only almshouse in the village mentioned in the 1851 Parliamentary Gazette. PS2: Hugh Westwood’s will included an even bigger charitable gift in the education field, with a bequest of £600 a year for the foundation of what became known as Westwood’s Grammar School in Northleach. The school itself closed in 1988, but the foundation continues to offer grants for educational purposes. PS3: More about the formation of Bibury United Charities in my next and final article about on Village Hall history.

Roger Staton: a trustee of Bibury United Charities

9 LETTERS TO THE PANEL We are Paul and Sue and we are the new residents of Blenheim Cottage. We're thrilled with the house we bought from Maureen and even more thrilled with the welcome we've experienced from our new neighbours. You will hopefully see us walking our two dogs, a blonde golden retriever and a yellow labrador. If anyone would like to suggest some walks then we'd love to hear from you. Best regards, Paul & Sue

HEAVENS ABOVE There will be a total lunar eclipse on 26th May in Sagittarius - a time of big changes and re-birth for many and after us being ruled by bossy planet Saturn - the doom and gloom should be over.

Passion comes to many when Venus and Pluto link up early in the month but some will see the light when the moon and Neptune come in to play on the 11th. All the planets will have a happy month.

BIBURY VILLAGE HALL Over the last year we have rarely had a committee meeting to keep everyone informed, so we are really looking forward to being able to meet up in person for the first committee meeting for many months on Tuesday 4th May at the Village Hall at 2:00pm.

We have decided that it is still too early in the recovery from Covid to ensure that our normal events such as the Open Gardens and Flower Show could be safely staged, but we are still hoping to restart most things in the Hall in September with the resuming of the Rural Cinema and possibly a re-vamped, smaller Harvest supper - covid restrictions permitting.

We are also hoping to undertake some refurbishment to equipment etc in the hall during the summer months when normal events will not be taking place hence the importance of holding a committee meeting to discuss priorities and how best to use our funds for the benefit of Hall users.

COVER SKETCH This month’s cover sketch of a dandelion was one of ones sent by Maggie Catling of Hawkers Hill a few months ago.. Dandelions are in full bloom this month and are often despaired of by gardeners but are an important food source for many insects. Did you know that the name Dandelion comes from the French -' dent de lion' or 'lions tooth' from the shape of the toothed leaves?

10 ROUND AND ABOUT

We were sorry to hear of the sudden death of our oldest resident Reg Stringer of Aldsworth Road on 19th April. As mentioned elsewhere in the magazine, Reg was a familiar presence at many village events, often helping his wife Jean at the Baptist church or Village Hall. His gentle humour, love of dancing and his love for his family will make him sorely missed by all who knew him. We send our condolences to Jean, daughters Sue and Judy and all the grandchildren and great grandchildren.

We have also heard of the deaths of two former residents of Bibury that those of us who have lived here for a long time may remember. The first is the death of Janet Pritchett, former wife of Michael Pritchett of Arlington Farm. Janet and Michael used to live at Greenacres (now Orchard Grange). The second death was that of the Rev. Michael Ward who was vicar of Bibury from 1980 to 1986. He took over the living after the death of Rev Taffender who had been vicar for over 34 years - no easy task. We send our condolences to their both their families.

We have heard of a few people who have had either minor ops or spells in hospital. Annette Grafton has had a cataract operation, Sharon Petchey broke her wrist following a fall from a horse. And a few of our older residents have had spells in respite care for a variety of reasons. Some people have had a more severe reaction to the second covid vaccination than the first!. We wish all those who have been unwell for whatever reason a speedy return to health.

We have heard from some of our new residents in response to our request last month - so we would like to welcome Paul and Sue and their two dogs to Blenheim Cottage in Arlington. We hope they will love living in our lovely village.

The fine weather of late and the easing of the Covid restrictions on travel and meeting people out of doors has brought a return of visitors to the village. It has been good to see some of local businesses able to re- open to serve the needs of the visitors like the Catherine Wheel or increasing their opening hours like the Trout Farm - now open until 5pm each day. The Bunny Hunt organised by Arlington Chapel on Easter Weekend was well supported by both visitors and local families although the poorer weather on Sunday affected numbers taking part. But it was lovely to see families out exploring our village.

And finally - - the right to a vote for each adult took decades to achieve in this country and should not be neglected, so remember to vote in the forthcoming local elections on Thursday 6th May.

Fresh, free-range Duck eggs & Banty hen eggs Honesty Box at the Gate : Pudding Hill Barn please call Karen 07976 841123

11 STAFF NEEDED AT BIBURY TROUT FARM

After a busy winter making improvements and renovating the farm, we are looking for enthusiastic staff to join our team for the 2021 season.

We are looking for bright, energetic, hard-working people to join our team. Kitchen staff to serve and clear tables, and General staff to work in our gift shop, Admissions and Catch Your Own fshery for the season.

We are a popular visitor attraction and busy working trout farm so a 'can- do' attitude and an ability to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in is key. Please send your CV F.A.O Ann Walker [email protected]

You are invited to The Ignite Spring Party (If you are in years 1 to 8) To celebrate Easter, Christmas, Valentine’s, Halloween, Guy Fawkes on Sunday 16th May 5:00pm-7:00pm St Mary’s Bibury Seasonal Games, teas & activities Prizes for the best costumes RSVP [email protected] to book a free place

12 FRIENDS OF FAIRFORD & LECHLADE COMMUNITIES (Reg. Charity No: 1180059) YOUR LOCAL CHARITY Serving Fairford, Lechlade and the surrounding villages. (Formerly League of Friends of Fairford Hospital)

GENERAL MANAGER RECRUITMENT The Trustees are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and self-motivated General Manager to lead the Charity, taking on the responsibility for delivering operational activities and fundraising. Please see our website for an Application Pack and remuneration details, www.friendsoffairford.org.uk

HOUSE-TO-HOUSE FUND RAISING EVENT 2021 This is the second year this important fund raiser for Community Friends has been cancelled due to Covid-19. The event normally raises between £17,000 and £20,000 p.a. If you would like to donate please do so via our website www.friendsoffairford.org.uk or by sending a cheque made out to ‘Friends of Fairford’ and posting to Ms Andrena Miles, AMM Bookkeeping and Accountancy, 2nd Floor, 11 High Street, Fairford, Gloucestershire GL7 4AD We thank you in anticipation of your support.

ARRANGING VOLUNTARY PATIENT TRANSPORT You can now book voluntary patient transport directly through Friends of Fairford & Lechlade Communities. You no longer need to request a driver through either Hilary Cottage or Lechlade Medical Centre receptionists.

If you require transport to and from your hospital/doctor/dental appointments please contact Friends of Fairford & Lechlade Communities direct through the following methods: Telephone: Between 10.00-13.00hrs Monday-Friday: 07540 798226 If the line is busy you will be able to leave a message and a member of the patient team will call you back Email: [email protected]

Earl Spencer will be speaking about his book at St Mary’s Bibury THE WHITE SHIP on Thursday 24th June at 7:00pm FREE ADMISSION Doors open at 6:00pm for drinks reception and celebrity book signing Guests to include (subject to filming schedules): Jilly Cooper, Sandra Howard, Prue Leith, Julian Fellowes, Nicholas

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