CASSINGTON & WORTON NEWS News and views from the parish of Cassington and Worton January 2008 – Issue 367 From the team Welcome to the first issue of the Cassington and Worton News for 2008. We hope you had an enjoyable Christmas. From the postbag it seems that news is a little thin on the ground, which is hopefully good news in itself. Consequently our cover story this month is a public service announcement from the Oxford Primary Care Trust about the importance of staying warm through the winter. As I write it’s really quite mild for the time of year, but as we know the weather is very unpredictable and no sooner than we have an unseasonal heatwave we could find ourselves in the grip of a Siberian freeze. So, take heed of the advice overleaf, and if you have neighbours who are frail or vulnerable, keep an eye out for them too. One piece of news, which many of you may already know, is that John and Julie Perrin will be leaving the Red Lion later this month after 13 years. We recommend you make the time to show your appreciation of all they have done over the years during opening hours between now and January 11th. We’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support of Cassington and Worton News, and to wish our readers, contributors and advertisers a very ... Happy New Year Keep warm this winter Advertising rates Most people know they are more likely to catch a cold or flu during the Local ‘what’s on’ and fund-raising stuff is free. winter but did you know that as the weather gets colder a lower body Simple local services, ‘for sales’ etc, are now also free on noticeboard. temperature can lead to an increased risk of heart and respiratory Suitable commercial business are invited to problems, and that cases of depression also increase? support our community by buying advertising space ... There are some simple measures we can all take to stay healthy, live well 1/8 page, £5 (£50 per year) and keep warm in winter. What we eat and drink, the exercise we take 1/4 page, £8 (£80 per year) and the clothes we wear can all make a big difference and, to prepare 1/2 page, £12 (£120 per year) Full page, £20 (£200 per year) your home to be as safe and warm as possible, some financial help is Technical details for artwork available on available. request. All material included at the discretion of CAWN. Profits will be passed to the Cassington See Oxford Primary Care Trust’s top tips for keeping warm overleaf. Parochial Charities to support our community. Contributions should ideally be provided by email (in the body or as a Word attachment) to: [email protected]; delivered on floppy disc, or (as a last resort) typed or clearly handwritten, to Kevin Hinton, Mill Lane House, Mill Lane, Cassington, Witney OX29 4DL, by the 20th of the month. We look forward to hearing from you. Top tips for keeping warm and well this winter • Keep active during the day. Try and move around at least once an hour and if you can, don’t sit for long periods of time. • When you are outside don’t take risks. If it is wet or icy be careful not to fall, wear plenty of layers, STAR GAZING gloves and a hat. • When you are at home wear several thin layers of Saturday 5th January 2008 clothing and a hat or headscarf if you feel cold. Cassington Village Hall • To keep your feet warm and prevent you falling wear flat, dry, non-slip shoes or boots inside and 4.30pm-6.30pm outside of your home. Once Christmas is over, why not follow the star to • Remember ‘food is fuel’ so eat regular hot meals Cassington Village Hall and join us for a spot of and have a hot drink before bed. STAR GAZING? • Set your thermostat to around 21c (70f) for rooms We can’t guarantee a clear sky, but, whatever the weather, you use during the daytime and heat your bedroom there’ll be winter warming soup and lots of fun. You to at least 18°C overnight (consider using a hot never know, you might bump into some wise men! Bring water bottle or electric blanket if your bedroom is a telescope or binoculars and feel free to bring friends. cold) We need to know roughly how many people are coming • Stop Smoking as this will improve your circulation. so please email:[email protected] or ring 880088. • Get a flu jab. If you are aged 65 or more, have a This event is brought to you by courtesy of serious respiratory condition, heart, kidney or liver St Leonard’s, Eynsham and St Peter’s, Cassington. disease, diabetes, lowered immunity, multiple Stars, planets, and galaxies courtesy of God. sclerosis or other nerve affecting disorder or if you have had a stroke, you are entitled to a free flu jab from your family doctor. • Prepare your home for the winter months. Find The Red Lion, Cassington out if you are entitled to financial support by contacting The Warm Front Scheme – telephone After 13 years we are leaving the Red Lion on 0800 072 0151. If you are over 60 there is money January 11th and would like to take this available towards winter fuel bills - telephone 08459 opportunity to thank all our friends and 151515. Your energy supplier may also be able to customers for their support over the years. offer financial support to improve heating at home. The new tenants are Paul Smith and Jill As well as contacting your family doctor, health Richardson; we wish them every success in advice and information is available from NHS Direct their new venture. on 08454647 (or text phone 0845 606 4647) and local pharmacies. Advice to give up smoking is available Happy New Year from 01865 226663. John & Julie Perrin BURLEIGH FARM Traditional Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast Accommodation Contact Jane Cook – 01865 881352 Burleigh Farm, Bladon Road, Cassington Oxfordshire OX29 4EA Visit www.oxfordcity.co.uk/accom/burleighfarm for more information ST PETER’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND, THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION CASSINGTON For very many years now, members of Cassington Branch St. Peter's is here as a fellowship have been taking on various jobs around the village to to worship God, build people up in Christ keep things tidy. Their principal task has been the regular mowing of the Green and the Parish Burial Ground which and share his love with others is the hedged area to the East of the churchyard. The Parish Council has been making a donation to the Poppy Appeal each year in recognition of this work. SERVICES JANUARY 2008 Although Roy Partridge is willing to continue mowing the 6 January Green with his equipment, alas, the mowing of the Burial 8am Holy Communion (BCP) Ground is now getting beyond the small band who have Revd Roger Aston been keeping it up – it has to be admitted that the old soldiers are fading just a bit ! 10am All Age Worship Nigel & Amanda Fancourt So they badly need more volunteers - at least another two are really needed. 13 January The task is not arduous or a big commitment – it takes 10am Holy Communion about an hour no more often than any other lawn during Revd Morey Andrews the growing season and is best done with two people each time. The Legion has a modern petrol mower and 20 January provides the petrol. We would ask anybody who would 8am Holy Communion (BCP) like to offer their services to get in touch with Derek 10am Morning Worship Waters (phone 881591) or Jack Evans (880421). If the Revd Andrew Atherstone Legion has to stop this part of the work, our Parish Council will probably have to get it done at a rather more 27 January costly commercial rate. 10am Holy Communion Deborah Lake 6pm Benefice Evening Prayer CASSINGTON SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB (BCP) After probably more years than he cares to remember Ken Johnston David Osgathorp has decided to hand over the running of CS&SC to a new contingent. Additionally Aidey Gregory is standing down as Secretary. So as from the new year Tuesdays weekly CS&SC have a new committee in the shape of Caroline 9.30am – Holy Communion Taylor, Clare Barnes, Neil Morton, Stewart Thompson and Carl Osgathorp. Representatives from each of the Young people join our worship for the first 15 football, cricket and tennis clubs will also be in minutes of the 10am service and then go to the school attendance. for Sunday Club (3-10) and Soul Living (11+). We now also have a crèche for the under 3s. Thanks to Aidey for all his efforts over the last 8 years. (Except All Age Worship when everyone stays The new committee would like to extend their heartfelt in church.) thanks to David on behalf of the numerous teams for whom he has maintained a sporting facility for in Cassington down the years. We only hope we can fill your More information available from: shoes! Church Office: Eynsham Village Hall, Back Lane, Eynsham ST PETER’S CHURCH, CASSINGTON Mon–Thurs 9am–1pm Forthcoming Event Tel: 01865 883362 email: [email protected] ALL AGE SPECIAL Vicar: Revd Morey Andrews: 45 Acre End Street, Eynsham, Oxon OX29 4PF Sunday 3 February 2008 – 4pm Day off: Friday Cassington Village Hall Tel: 01865 881323 Everyone welcome parish notes CASSINGTON PARISH COUNCIL on how the playing field sub-committee would report to the council MEETING Held on 6 December 2007 and how the finances would be arranged.