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www.bugbrookelink.co.uk August 2008

Hannah Davy Olivia Adams

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I have high hopes for the colour pages on this issue of the magazine, the additional costs of which have been sponsored by various companies and organisations associated with the village. As I have mentioned previously, we are aiming for colour in the December issue of the magazine for which we also have sponsorship. It’s a wonderful way to brighten up the magazine and I hope we can continue if the funding is available. In this issue, there are several requests for assistance; either for donations, attendance at events or for joining an organisation or activity. I hope that many of you will take part or contribute since maintaining and supporting the clubs, societies and charitable work is the main way in which we can ensure that village life will continue to evolve. With the changes to the magazine, allowing colour photos for example, and the huge scope of the website to present information and images there is tremendous opportunity for individuals and groups to inform the rest of the village about their interests. The Bugbrooke LINK website can be found at www.bugbrookelink.co.uk and as well as reading the current and past copies of the magazine online, there is a wide range of information and links to other organisations and websites. You can contribute to the magazine by posting articles through my door or preferably by submitting copy by e‐mail to the e ‐mail address [email protected]. The deadline for articles and advert changes for the next issue is Monday 1 September 2008, but earlier submissions are most welcome. This is particularly the case for changes to adverts which are time consuming and may not be made if the requests are received too late in the production process. Many thanks to the sponsors for the colour cover to this issue. They are:– • Graham Stone • Colin Lovesy • Harmonising Hands • Ken Bright • Bugbrooke Community Centre • T&J Plumbing Many thanks as well to Stephen Abbott and Bugbrooke Parish Council for each offering to sponsor a colour cover, we hope to take up their offer in coming issues.

LINK Cover Competition A big thank you to the children who did pictures for our cover competition. We didnʹt have many entries, but they were all lovely and are featured in this issue. The winner was Lois Morris whose picture is on this front cover. The runners up

5 New Year Holiday in Belgium Why not spend the New Year celebrations with Copperwheels on a New Years Holiday Tour to Belgium. We leave Bugbrooke at 7:30 am on Friday 29th December 2008 and stay at the Novotel Hotel in the centre of Mechelen for 4 nights returning to Bugbrooke at approx 8:30 pm on Friday 2nd January 2009. • Travel by luxury coach and P & O Ferries from Dover to Calais to Mechelen in Central Belgium. • 4 nights dinner bed & breakfast in hotel. • Full day guided tour to Brussels. • Guided tour of Mechelen, a World Heritage City. • New Years Eve gala dinner and celebrations with music and dancing. • Full day guided tour to Antwerp, the diamond centre in Belgium. • Visit to Brugges on the return journey

The cost of the entire holiday is 435.00 per person (single room supplement 64.50) For full details, please call Len & Molly Sackley, 28a Camp Hill, Bugbrooke, Northampton NN7 3PH tel: 01604 831119, e-mail: [email protected] were Jacob Howard, Olivia Adams, Eloise Whitlock and Hannah Davy, whose pictures are on the inside page. All received a prize of art materials. Thank you as well to Rowena Eddison and Liz Wheeler for helping me judge the competition, and to the Primary School for their co‐ operation throughout.

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Parish Council Report Since my last report we appointed a replacement clerk to commence on 1st August. Unfortunately due to family commitments the new clerk has been unable to take up the post and this means we now are going through the recruitment procedure once again. I should be able to provide contact details rfor ou new clerk in the next edition. The Council has installed a replacement notice board on Meadway as well as new litter bins on Johns Road and at the bus stops on the High Street and Butts Hill. The damaged dog bin on School Close has been renewed and it is hoped these improvements will maintain the tidy village environment and ensure Bugbrooke is a pleasant place to live. The residents from the crescent on Kislingbury Road approached the Parish Council a few months ago with concerns over parking. We have been in consultation with the District and County Councilr ove possible resolutions. Recently a Traffic Regulations Officer visited the site and has distributed questionnaires to all the residents affected. Hopefully the result will provide a solution to the problem. Representatives from the District Council came to the June meeting to explain the results from the recent affordable housing survey. They identified a definite need in Bugbrooke and they now need to consider whether the village can support a small

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Thoughts From Stephen Back in 2002 I had the once in a lifetime opportunity to go to a beautiful island in The Maldives. The views, the sand, the quality and clarity of the sea were what the picture post card was invented for. In preparation for this trip of a lifetime I had taken the basic ‘PADI’ scuba diving course and was in possession of a set of fins (you don’t call them flippers!), a good quality face mask and a snorkel with an impressive one way valve system all purchased from a scuba diving shop located in the back streets of Watford. I have to admit, I was like a small child given free rein in a sweet shop and after a good sleep to adjust to the time difference, I unpacked the equipment, put on the requisite sun block and headed for the water. However, this is where the picture postcard scenario gave way to pure farce. I came out of our beach and sea facing bungalow, sat on the sand trying to put the new untried and untested fins on. First of all I could not get the adjustment right which was made more difficult because of my rather large stomach but eventually I managed to get them

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Help maintain our beautiful Churchyard and Church Again this August, volunteers will be knocking on your door asking for donations to cover the costs of maintaining the beautiful churchyard and to help towards the cost of maintaining the church building. Please give generously. Northamptonshire Historic Churches Trust gives grants to help maintain our ancient churches. One source of their funding is the annual Ride & Stride (cycle or walk!) which takes place this year on Saturday, 13 September. It can be both great fun and very interesting to visit several of our local churches whilst cycling through our beautiful countryside on a late summers day and you will probably meet many other riders doing the same thing. If anyone would like to join me or needs a sponsorship form, please contact me. Sue Pace (832516)

Friends of St Michael and All Angels Church The annual Fish & Chip Supper and Quiz took place in the Community Centre on 5 July. As ever the fish and chips were excellent and gave us strength to answer some of the questions set by Ron Birch, Nick Paul and Ady Graham who (as “Geezers of Nazareth”) were the winners of the quiz in 2006. The winners this year were Phil Bignell and family

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Christian Aid The house to house collection for Christian Aid in May raised £1817.50 this year in Bugbrooke(£40 more than in 2007). Many thanks to everyone for their generosity. Sue Pace (local organiser)

Bugbrooke Medical Practice Bugbrooke Medical Practice is now open on Monday & Wednesday evenings. At these times we are offering bookable appointments with a GP for patients registered with the practice between 6.30 and 8.45pm. These appointments are primarily available for patients who have difficulty in making appointments during our normal surgery hours. In addition to this we are also offering private, fee paying appointments with a physiotherapist, an osteopath, and a reflexologist. These appointments are open to non‐ patients Please contact reception for further details on 01604 830348

Bugbrooke Pharmacy Bugbrooke Pharmacy is under new management, and as part of this change it now offers a wider range of products and services. These are:– • Veterinary Products • Community Packs (Dossette) • Fragrance Range • Weight Management / Loss (Lipotrim) • Free Medicine Use Review • Vitamins, Herbal and Homeopathic advice • Free Delivery Service for housebound patients • Smoking Cessation The Pharmacy is open Monday to Friday 8–30am to 6–30pm and can be contacted on 01604 833400.

Nature Notes A group of about 20 youngsters assembled near to Great Lane bridge on June 6th to

13 watch David Lantsbury from the Jesus Fellowship collect a swarm of bees that were hanging from a nearby tree. He cut off the branch they were hanging from and took them to a small hive he had brought with him. He shook the bees into the hive and closed the lid. Any bees left outside were able to enter through a small hole. Mr Lantsbury is willing to collect any swarms of bees at no cost because they add to his hive at Heyford Hills Farm. Each hive can produce up to 30 jars of honey each year. The taste of the honey varies according to the season it is produced. Honey from Oil Seed Rape flowers will taste quite different from clover honey. The importance of bees cannot be overestimated. It is thought that fruit and flowers that rely on pollination would die out in six months if there were no bees to cross‐ fertilise the plants. It is important that bees are protected as there has been some concern in recent years about disease in some areas. Trees are also important to our landscape and it is always disappointing to see unnecessary damage. Someone of poor insight broke the branches off a wild cherry tree in the Millennium Green and it is likely to take four years to recover. These trees were planted by local organisations to mark the turn of a new century in the hope they would still be there at the start of the next century. They also represent every native British tree for future generations to view. Most young people understand the importance of the environment and it is disappointing to see their future damaged. They are the ones who will benefit most from the foresight of those who set up the green. Birds and animals are currently bringing up the next generation and many frazzled adults can be seen busying themselves trying to feed and protect their young. Sound familiar? One big difference is that they do not seem to have grandparents to help them with their responsibilities. However, they can rely on the neighbours and it is not unusual to see birds gang up on predators like magpies and hawks. Some parents can also be extremely brave in trying to distract cats from prowling on their young. Collar bells, high pitched sensors or water pistol can also help their cause. I have not heard a cuckoo at all this year. This is the first time ever although some people have heard it in the cricket field area early in the morning. Let us hope this distinctive sound is not going to disappear from the English countryside. I would be interested to know whether anyone has seen any feral cats in the countryside. Please ring 830317 if you have. John Curtis

Bugbrooke Strollers The Strollers walk on Thursday mornings and visit local villages or do walks within the parish. On the last Thursday of each month they have lunch in a local hostelry. During August and September, they will be visiting , Littliff Farm, Brockhall, Tiffield, , , Wards Lodge and . Anyone wishing to take part in these leisurely strolls will be welcome. Please phone 830317 for more information if required. John Curtis

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Bugbrooke History Society The next talk to the group will take place at the Community Centre at 7.30pm on Wednesday, September 10th. The speaker is John Brown on the topic of ‘Early Northampton – 3,000BC to the Great Fire’. The talks are free and everyone is welcome. A small donation is asked for refreshments. The committee will be making a decision about when to produce a new pictorial history book. If you come across any old photos from the 1930s to the present day, we would be interested in putting them on our computer records so they could be considered for inclusion. Did you know? Bugbrooke Mill only really got going as a major producer of flour and animals feeds in the 1930s. Up to that point it had been a small mill on the River Nene similar to those at Flore, Heyford, Harpole, Kislingbury and Upton. These have now ceased as mills and are either derelict or used for other purposes, either domestic or business. The old part of Bugbrooke Mill with the mill house is still in existence but is dominated by the new structures and silos. The Heygate family started the renovation of the old wooden mill when it got burned down in the 1930s. They started to introduce modern machinery and developed a transport system to distribute their goods far and wide. They also linked to ports like Avonmouth to bring in grain from abroad to help produce better flour. The business now employs over 200 people and a new mill is being built to replace some of the older machinery. Hopefully, this will mean an extension of the milling tradition in Bugbrooke for many years to come. John Curtis

Bugbrooke Rainbows The village has been very proud to boast 2 Rainbow, 2 Brownie, a Guide and a Ranger unit for the past 15 or so years. Sadly we will be reduced to one Rainbow unit in September due to the falling number of girls in the 5–7 age group. We are very grateful to Barbara Loughney (Delphinium) and Debbie Mellish (Lavender) who have run the Friday night brownies for many years. Its not always easy turning up after a weeks work to entertain 15 very enthusiastic Rainbows. On behalf of all the Rainbows past and present a big thank you for all the hours of fun you have provided and not forgetting all the hours of preparation). We hope Barbara and Debbie will both stay in Guiding in the village in one role or another! Congratulations to Bev Webster (Thursday Rainbows) who gained her Adult Leaders certificate. Jane Causebrook (Bugbrooke Ranger Guider)

Bugbrooke Scout Group The scout group has been going out in the open this summer term, making the most of

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evening. They played rounders and tug of war between showers of rain. We’re not sure who won, but the food was great, thanks Richard for doing all the cooking. Explorers look forward to a trip to London and gliding at Husbands Bosworth. Margaret Raymond, secretary 830532.

Bugbrooke Guides Hello my name is Charlotte and I come from 1st Bugbrooke Guides. We have been doing lots of fun things at our weekly Guide meetings this year. We celebrated Chinese New Year when Sarah and her mum brought in some Chinese food and drink, learnt how to write Happy New Year in Chinese and we each made a blossom tree – the sign of a new start for the Chinese. The Chinese tea tasted very bland (just like hot water without anything in it,) and the fruit juice was very sweet – everyone loved the prawn crisp things, but only Verity liked the water. In March Sue Deveroux (hairdresser) came to guides and told us all about hair, how to look after your hair and lots of facts about hair, it was very interesting! Sue told us how to do a massage and how to check peoples’ hair, we all did a true and false quiz and lastly we got with a partner and did each other’s hair. There was a competition for the most creative hairstyle. As we do church cleaning at Guides it was time the church had a little clean again. Normally I would clean the toilet, but I decided I would do something different, I chose to dust. We cleaned the church, and before we went we cleaned the pews. We each got a pew and polished it, it is always fun! We shall be doing church cleaning again very soon! Hello my name is Lizzie and I woulde lik to tell you about what we have been doing at Guides this year. Recently I have done our ‘Go For It’. There are a number of challenges and activities that we can choose from. One of the first activities we completed was ‘Glamorarma’ when we made smoothies drinks from pink or purple coloured fruits to

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Playgroup The children have been busy this term, with the primary topic being holidays. The children took part in a sponsored bounce, and “Take a Bear to Playgroup” day to raise money for charity. The pre‐schoolers enjoyed a day out at Rookery Farm (thankfully not the washout predicted by the weathermen!), and had a group photograph taken for posterity. All the children are looking forward to sports day and the end of term party. Pay and play, will run throughout the summer holidays so please come along – it’s Thursdays between 10 and 12. Playgroup needs new committee members for next term, for a variety of roles. If you are interested in getting involved please contact Tracey Davis, Playgroup Secretary, on 830780. Many sessions are already getting full for the new September term – so contact Playgroup asap if you want a space for your child. Tracey Davis, Secretary

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The Children’s Society The amount raised this year in the village collection was £95. Thank you to all the boxholders. If anyone would like a box to put their small change in over the year, please get in touch. If you would like to make a donation contact Sue Nightingale on 831025.

WI – Far From Jam and Jerusalem! The last month our members have been very busy. Our delegate attended the NFWI AGM in Liverpool – the city of culture – where, after the serious business of the day, the main guest speaker, Sandy Toksvig, the well‐known radio/TV presenter and writer of children’s books, had the vast audience in stitches. We were delighted to be a finalist in the Ecovision Fashion Show at Caroline Chisholm school, Wootton. All items displayed were produced to a very high standard from recycled materials of all kinds. Others attended an open day at WI’s own college in Oxfordshire where courses on many subjects may be taken on a weekly or weekend basis. It also is on target to celebrate its 90th anniversary. On a regular basis, a rota of our ladies oversees refreshments at the

NHS blood donor sessions in the Community Centre. All will be welcome to join our treasure hunt walk around the village on August 4th, meeting in the church car park at 6.15pm, finishing at the Sunday School with light refreshment. A charge of £1 will be made. Hope to see you there.

Mothers’ Union On May 8th, a Mothers’ Union meeting was held in the Sunday School at 2.30pm called ‘Village Life’. Nine members attended. Lyndsay took a small service, then asked those members present to talk about how village life was in their youth. This led to a most interesting afternoon. On May 21st at 7.45pm, 23 members listened to a talk, with slides, by Peter Barratt on ‘Suffragettes’, a group of women, to whom we women owe our voting power. Peter’s great grandmother was one of these, so Peter had a family story to tell with photos of Alice and friends. On June 19th at 2.30pm, the MU held a ‘Wave of Prayer’ in the Sunday School called ‘Time for Relationships,’ a service of short readings, hymns and prayers arranged by and for the Diocese of Peterborough and the MU world wide. Our leader Lyndsay Moss took the service, readings were by members ending with a prayer for the future. On June 25th, a talk in the Sunday School of Sue and Tony’s building work in Tanzania at 7.45pm was held. This work in Bulonge clinic is paid for by Bugbrooke East Africa Trust, our local charity for the Third World. Dave Clayson and Sue have told us of their efforts in the June LINK. We thank Sue and Tony for giving their time and

25 know‐how for those in need. Pat Archer

Fête Nationale du 14 Juillet On July 14th the French celebrate their ‘National day’ or known by the British as Bastille day. Our commune of about 200 people will celebrate the event with a repas (meal) on the football field or in the local village hall. This event is paid for by the mayor with a traditional meal of sardines, bread, paté, bayonne ham, cheese, wine, water and an ice‐cream to finish off. As we come to our second anniversary here I remember the first time we went to this event just two days after making our home here. We were made very welcome, given glasses of Pineau des Charente which is an aperitif made from cognac and grape juice and home produced by almost everybody in this area. It varies in strength and can be quite lethal. One of the conditions of the meal was to take your own knife and fork which we had forgotten but they managed to find some spare cutlery. The meal was plain and hearty but there was plenty to go around. After the meal I wanted a beer and went up to the empty bar area to buy one but was told that all the drink, soft and alcoholic, was free. There were no scrabbling hordes clamouring for it, it seems to be part of the French culture not to binge drink. The evening started with a salvo from a cannon and ended with a dance and a firework display, the flags fly on the war memorial and a good etim is had by all. We are hoping that this year we will be able to converse a bit more with the locals as our French language skills have improved, albeit slowly and we will be taking a bottle of Pineau (bought, not home produced) with us to share with our new friends and neighbours. bonne journée John & Jenny Unwin, Feuillade, France [email protected]

British Legion Women’s Section After 60 years forming the ladies’ section, owing to not getting any more ladies to join, it was decided to close our branch. Our standard has been put in church. Thanks to all concerned. A Boswell

The Wednesday Club On April 26th, our leader, Lynne, had a stand at the Sixfields car boot sale, which raised £93.95 for our funds, a very good result. On May 21st, we had a very interesting talk given by Mrs Basford on the work she does for the owl population around the county. Mrs dBasfor brought two owls with her. The 14 year old male was very polite and slept most of the time but the young

26 female was restless and turned her back to us. Very amusing. Three new members came today, Mrs Pat Archer, Mrs Ruby Coles and Mrs Rene Alexander. A warm welcome to all three. On July 2nd, we welcomed new member Mrs Helen Gaskill. Mrs D M French

Ballroom and Latin Dancing Lessons and social dancing starts on Wednesday September 3rd at Bugbrooke Community Centre, 7–10pm. For more details, ring Gill on 01604 878983 or see the website www.danceandfitness.co.uk

OAP Christmas Gift Scheme It was decided unanimously at our A.G.M. that the scheme should continue after the death of our chairman, Bruce Piper. With the support and encouragement of the committee, it was agreed that I (Judith Piper), should become chairman. We have had our first fund raising event of the year, which was the Trivial Pursuit Evening. Luckily, Bruce, being the meticulous person that he was, had left all the rules and instructions of the game. It was a most enjoyable evening, although his presence was greatly missed. We achieved a profit of almost £240, which was remarkable for an in house event. We are now planning our Annual Wine Tasting Evening for Friday, 10th October, at the Community Centre. This will be a tasting of wines from The Wine Society – another legacy from Bruce! You will find in this copy of LINK, an application form for any resident of Bugbrooke, over the age of 65 years, to apply for the £9 gift voucher to be spent at local shops or pubs. Applications must be received by 31st October 2008. They may be sent to the Post Office, Cherrenee, or to any member of the committee whose name is on the application form. Judith Piper, (Chairman)

Macmillan Cancer Support. Once again we will be having Cream Teas in the garden at Orchard House. DATE Sunday 14th September. Put the date in your diary and watch for posters. Veronica Chambers

Carvery Luncheon Sunday, 10th August 12.30pm for 1pm Some years ago we used to host an annual summer party known as the Carvery at The Byre in Church Lane. This year we are planning a revival on Sunday, 10th August at Home Farm, Church Lane. While the event traditionally serves a Conservative purpose, all are welcome to enjoy a pleasant family occasion. In previous years we have been fortunate to enjoy sunny weather and if our luck continues we would encourage you to

27 bring comfy seating to enjoy the sunshine. Tickets will be £12.50 and will include lunch and wine. Raffle tickets will be on sale on the day. For tickets or more information on how to get involved contact Kaye Adams on 01604 832850 or Graham Smith on 01327 340135. Cheques should be emad payable to DCCA Heyford Branch. Some car parking will be available in the paddock at the back of the house. We look forward to seeing all those friends who supported us before and many more new ones. Kaye Adams

Bugbrooke Flower Society The Plant Sale was a busy afternoon, and a successful one yet again. Surplus plants were given to Heyford Village Fete, Kislingbury Village Fayre and Bugbrooke Church Fete. On July 28th Jo Williams should have demonstrated ʺMy Favourite Thingsʺ at Nether Heyford Village Hall. Some years ago the Society applied for tickets to visit H.R.H. The Prince of Wales garden at Highgrove. We have just received our invitation for later this month, and at the June meeting a ballot of members was held, to fill the very limited number of places. For details of future meeting see the Diary in LINK. Veronica Chambers

The Old Dairy Farm at Upper Stowe The Farm is home to a new yarn store – ‘The Naked Sheep’. Natural yarns from local alpaca and sheep are a speciality but there is also a range of commercial yarns and patterns available. New summer designs from Sublime, Filatura di Crosa and Sirdar ranges are in stock. Experienced knitters and learners are all welcome to come and view the yarns and accessories and discuss projects with owner, Mia Harrison. It is hoped to run workshops in the future and individual tuition is already available. On Wednesday 2nd July a Knit and Natter coffee morning took place between 10.30am and noon. Future meetings will take place on the first Wednesday of the month. For more information contact Mia on 01327 342035 or Mary on 01327 352505. Mary Brind‐Surch

Upper Nene Villages 3rd Age Group – Bugbrooke U3A Please note there will not be a meeting in August Monday 15th September – Anita Smith MBE, ‘Bansang Hospital, The Gambia’ Anita and her family spent a holiday in the Gambia in 1992 and were appalled by the inadequacies of the Gambian medical system. Since that time she has founded the

28 ANDY BROWNING Painting & Decorating • Exterior • Interior • Paper Hanging • Coving • Paint Effects • Artexing • Plastering 25 years experience 8 The Paddocks, Bugbrooke, Northampton. NN7 3QR Tel: 01604 830753 Mobile: 07778 128898 Bansang Hospital Appeal and has worked tirelessly to help the Gambian people receive the medical equipment, drugs, vaccinations, dressings etc (the list is endless) which was and still is, so desperately needed. The Bansang Hospital is situated deep in the African Bush and is responsible for the healthcare needs of some 600,000 Gambians. Anita visits the hosital four/five times a year. The amount of help and work Anita has performed for this hospital would fill a book and, I have to say, reading the information on the website takes onesʹ breath away. I am sure Anita will be an interesting speaker on a subject which is so close to her heart. Those who have access to the internet may like to visit the Appealʹs website: www.bansanghospitalappeal.com. Meetings are open to non‐members and take place at Bugbrooke Community Centre, Camp Hill, Bugbrooke on the 3rd Monday of each month at 2.30 p.m. Special Interest Groups: Appreciating Poetry, Art Group, Literature Club, Book Exchange, Bridge, Collectors Club, Cook and Eat, French (Intermediate), French Beginners, Spanish Beginners, German (Intermediate), Music Appreciation + History of Music, Scrabble, Snooker, Theatre, Writing Family History. For further information contact Fay Maddern 01327 352401

Bugbrooke St Michael’s FC The AGM took place on May 14th at which a committee was elected for the forthcoming year. This comprised of John Curtis (president), Glen Moore (chairman), Bill Preston (vice‐chairman), Sharon McGowan (secretary), Willy Marriott (treasurer), Dave Sharp (general manager), Teresa Garlick (premises manager) and Charlie Hawkey (child protection officer). The committee then elected the senior managers for next year’s teams. These were Adam Turnbull (first team), Neil McGowan (reserves), Paul Field (A side), Kevin Gardner and John Bass (B side) and Matthew Clark (under 18s). The exchange visit by Vöhl FC proceeded well between May 20th and 25th and thanks to all those at the club who worked hard to ensure the visitors had a good time. The club has been invited back to Germany next year and suggestions were made by senior members of their group that, after 25 years of friendship, we ought to consider a twinning association with Vöhl. The club will be hosting a number of events during the summer in conjunction with the Northants FA. There will be an under 8s day on June 14th and an under 18s county get together in July. On August Bank Holiday weekend, the club will be hosting a youth and mini‐soccer seven‐a‐side tournament. Warm up matches begin at the end of July with UCL fixtures starting in mid August and CNC fixtures at the end of August. Following last year’s successful progress on the football front everyone is looking forward to all senior teams pushing for promotion and top league positions. The youth teams will restart in September and will be looking forward to another

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www.j16disco.piczo.com 07761016583 season of success and improvement. The club has been honoured by the United Counties League by being made winners of their Fair Play award and Hospitality award. The club received £500 for these achievements and they are a feather in the club’s cap. They indicate the regard in which the clubd is hel by the highest league in the county and is a tribute to all the people at Bugbrooke St Michael’s FC who work hard to maintain the traditions of the sport. A memorial game for former premises manager Trevor Horsley was held between the A and B sides on May 17th. The trophy was presented by Jenny Horsley and funds were given to charity. The trophy will be played for annually on cup final day. John Curtis

Bugbrooke Cricket Club John Mundy: Chairman 830725 (H,B&FAX) 07850–084535 (M) [email protected] This year is the 60th Anniversary of our Club playing at the Camp Hill Farm Ground, the first matches being played here in 1948. Before that we used to play in a field belonging to the Adams family off the Heyford Road by the brook where the first job was always to clear the cattle muck from the outfield before the game could begin! We have 2 Saturday League teams this season with the 1st playing in League 6 and the 2nd in League 12. A lot of work is being done on our ground and pavilion – come and have a look! We have friendly matches every Sunday until the end of September with midweek matches also. If you wish to be involved with Junior Cricket contact Roger Stone (01604–842961), this year we have matches against other clubs for Under 11’s, 12’s & 15’s. Evening practices for Juniors will be held every Monday @ 6pm during the season at our ground – just turn up. We have been getting around 30 every time. If you wish to join a progressive club at its picturesque ground by the brook get in touch with any of the officers or myself. We have a well stocked bar which is open most days during the summer where Tony Bird will always give you a good welcome! Have a look at our website www.bugbrooke.play‐cricket.com for future fixtures, results and scorecards for all our matches. On Monday 25 August we are holding our Annual Club Over 30s v Under 30s match for the Jack Dawson Shield at which Jack’s wife June will be the Guest of Honour. On this day lunch will be served for Friends and Vice Presidents of the Club, please get in touch with me if you would like to be present for the meal. Peter White (President) 50 High Street, Bugbrooke (830452 H. B & FAX ) [email protected]

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June 27th Today I was officially announced alongside Tim, Will, Alistair and Helen as a member of Team GB for the 2008 Olympic Games! I canʹt describe my excitement or the size of the big cheesy grin that has been on my face all day! So plans from now to the Games– • I head out to France a week today to race in Beauvais French Grand Prix, sprint distance, it will be my first time racing for my new club, Beauvais, so Iʹm really looking forward to my weekend there! • From France I head straight to Spain for a heat camp along with a few of the other Olympic guys. It will be good to get some miles in on the bike and run in the sunshine! I also like going to different places and training. Mark McKay, who helps with bike coaching for British Triathlon, is coming out too and we always have fun riding together! Tales of gravel path, downhill adventures and cafe stops will always stay in my memory bank! • Iʹm then back home for a few days spending some time in Loughborough and training in the pool with my club back in Northampton. • Wales is my next stop. I plan to race the Corus Elite race in Bryn Bach Park, itʹs also the British National Olympic Distance Champs. Itʹs meant to be a pretty tough bike course – which I always like! So Iʹm looking forward to heading to the valleys for that! • One night back home and then itʹs off to Korea for our pre‐Olympic camp! Weʹve chosen to prepare in Jeju. Tim and I were there back in April so we already have an idea of what the island is like and know what to expect when we arrive. Weʹll fly into Beijing into the Athletes Village on the 14th August, the day I get my A level results and four days before the Womenʹs Triathlon (Monday 18th). Itʹs going to be such an exciting summer! Iʹm really looking forward to training hard, moving on with my development, travelling to new places, racing and most of all – being part of Team GB 2008. Thanks to those who believed I could do it and helped to get me to where I am today. July 08 A Quick Hello from Spain! Iʹm trying to get early nights whilst out here in Spain. Iʹm looking to do a good block of training so sleep is very important. I was over the moon with my result at the Beauvais French Grand Prix triathlon at the weekend. I crossed the line joint first with my Beauvais team mate Andrea Hewitt, as we ran the last 800m together. I was pleased with how the race went too. I came out in the front bunch out of the water, having a super quick start! I broke away on the bike along with Andrea Hewitt and put in a hard 20km. I then gave it my all on the 5km run! It was great fun doing a sprint distance again! Iʹm now in southern Spain on a training camp! Itʹs hot hot hot but thatʹs what we

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A weekly leaflet is available in Church. Please take a copy and keep up‐to‐date with Bugbrooke Church Services, News and Events. The leaflet also covers the parishes of Harpole, Kislingbury and Rothersthorpe.

Sunday Services 8:00am BCP Communion 3rd and 5th Sundays in the Month 9:45am 2nd and 4th Sundays in the month Holy Communion 1st Sunday in the month Morning Worship 3rd Sunday in the month Worship for All 5th Sunday in the month watch for details 4:00pm 1st and 3rd Sundays Holy Communion 2nd and 4th Sundays Evening Worship

Other Services Tuesdays during term time 2:30pm Tiny Tots Service in Church Third Thursday in the month 10am BCP Holy Communion First Wednesday in the month 1:30pm Holy Communion at Jubilee House First Wednesday in the month 7:30pm Holy Communion

Regular Events Mondays at 8pm Bell Ringers Mondays at 7:30pm Prayer half hour at 29 Chipsey Avenue Thursdays 9am to 11:15am Family Morning during term time in the Sunday School Rooms Thursdays 7:30pm S.M.A.S.H. (St. Michaels At Someone’s House) Fellowship and Bible Study at 41 Pilgrims Lane.

Looking Forward The weekend of hOctober 4t and 5th Harvest Celebrations 2008

Please keep an eye out for other services and events. Home Communions by prior arrangement. Ring 831621 for details and if you have any questions.

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24 HOUR CALL OUT Please call: Tel 01604 450451 (eve) Mob 07765 045148 (day) Bugbrooke O.A.P.’s Christmas Gift Scheme The application form for this year’s Christmas Gift Scheme is below. Anyone who resides permanently in the village and is aged 65 or over on 25th December 2008 is eligible. Please complete in accordance with the instructions and in BLOCK CAPITALS. Should you mislay your application form, you can obtain a duplicate copy from any of the collecting centres. The closing date for the return of the form is 31st October 2008. Bugbrooke Old Age Pensioners Christmas Gift Scheme

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Applications can be made by the individual themselves, a relative, a friend or a neighbour. All applications must be submitted by 31st October 2008. Applicant 1 Applicant 2

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…………………………………. …………………………………. This form can be delivered to one of the Committee members (as shown below) or placed in the receiving box at the POST OFFICE or CHERRENEE

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Family Announcements ATTWOOD – Edna and Pete diamond wedding anniversary 24th August. Congratulations Mum and Dad, 60 years together. What a wonderful occasion! Wishing you both health and happiness for many more years to come! With love from all your family xx STEEL – George and Rachel. Congratulations on your ruby wedding anniversary on September 14th. All good wishes for the future. Lots of love Mum, Charles, Jean xx STEEL – George and Rachel. Congratulations and best wishes on your ruby wedding anniversary. All our love, Jo, Dean, Siân and Leah xx

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1st 7.30pm WI – Nutrition, well‐being and Reiki tips SS

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