Is Peppard the New Champagne? Summer 2013 help. There are regular work parties dur- The sparkling wine produced from the the top thirty wines were all made from ing the light summer evenings; a couple of vineyard in Wyfold, by Cherry Thompson the traditional champagne grape varie- hours work followed by a nice barbecue in and Barbara Laithwaite, has just won the ties – chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot the vineyard. UK’s top sparkling wine competition: meunier – and made by experienced winemakers. Wyfold’s winemakers - the Planting a vineyard is a commitment for at ‘The Judgement of Parsons Green’. Why least twenty five years and Cherry and the odd name? Many years ago there was Roberts family - are the most experi- enced in Britain. Barbara – both in their sixties – are so a famous glad their sons, tasting Ben called ‘The Postlethwaite and Judgement Henry Laithwaite of Paris’ - best mates since when some Peppard School - top Califor- are joining them nian wines in the venture. for the first Good sparkling time scored wine takes lots higher than and lots of time the finest in every way; at wines of least three years Bordeaux. from harvest for The tasting a good methode held in Par- champenoise sons Green, wine to be ready London, End of a successful harvest to drink. 2009 is aims to convince people that English Spar- The vineyard idea first came from Wyfold’s first vintage to be released com- kling is now so good it can actually out- Cherry’s late husband, Harvey. He used mercially. 2010 and 2011 are quietly bub- score Champagnes. to look over their back gate at this slop- ing field of stones where the wheat al- bling away in their bottles and will be Wyfold and seventy-nine other top Eng- released when they are ready. lish Sparkling wines were put up against ways seemed to ripen faster than any- Priced reasonably, the 2009 is very much three well-known Champagnes. The tast- where else. a wine for special celebrations…and ing was ‘blind’ (all bottles masked) and Barbara and Cherry formed a partner- something beautiful of which Peppard can the fourteen judges (seven of them Mas- ship and started planting the vineyard in be proud. ters of Wine) put the Wyfold 2009 first. In 2003 with the help of family and second place was the Theale 2007 from friends. Grape growing to high stan- Contact [email protected] or the tiny vineyard at Laithwaites HQ. The dards requires endless hours of meticu- [email protected] or go tasting’s organizer, Stephen Skelton MW , lous, year-round attention. Friends and to www.laithwaite.co.uk. Please also con- said these two were “clearly out in front” young people from Laithwaites HQ at tact them if you’d like to visit the vine- of the other entrants. He pointed out that Theale continue to provide invaluable yard or join an enjoyable workparty! Barbara Laithwaite
guaranteed. However, I hope it might Editorial Peppard News is a community newspaper published encourage other young people to play a by Peppard News Publications with financial support The keyword in this Editorial is ‘first’. part in our community newspaper. Any from Rotherfield Peppard Parish Council, and is constructive feedback on the experiment distributed free to almost all households in the eccle- Congratulations to Barbara Laithwaite and siastical and civil parishes of Peppard. Views ex- Cherry Thompson whose sparkling wine would be greatly appreciated. pressed are not necessarily those of Peppard News from their Wyfold boutique vineyard My final ‘first’ is to claim (rightly or Publications or of the RPPC unless stated as such. came first of eighty English sparkling wrongly!) that Peppard News is the first Peppard News is also available by e-mail. wines. A great achievement! community newspaper to carry an inter- Issues: Spring, Summer, Autumn & Winter A surprise ‘first’ for you in this edition is view with our newly elected County Editor: Tony Treglown, a separate Junior Peppard News insert, Councillor, David Bartholomew. We 87 Shiplake Bottom, Peppard Common, RG9 5HJ homing in on the enthusiasm of our three look forward to regular contact with e-mail: [email protected] Junior Editors at Peppard School. I must him and wish him luck in his new role. www.PeppardNews.co.uk point out that this is very much an experi- Enjoy your summer! Contributions accepted via e-mail or post to ment. Because of cost implications a sepa- Tony Treglown Advertising: Ian Fraser - phone: 01491 629631 rate insertion in future issues cannot be Tony Treglown, Editor Printed by Fericon Press Limited Page 2 Our Schools Peppard School Peppard C of E Primary riding on the bikes and playing with wa- School ter. Our topic this term is All About Me We have had some small renovation work Peppard Common RG9 5JU which will help us to get to know the chil- carried out to make us more disabled Phone: 01491 628354 dren, their likes and dislikes, the impor- friendly. Thank you for bearing with us Interim Headteacher tant people in their lives, so we can plan during this necessary work. activities that interest and engage them. Miss Amanda Rogers The children are practising like mad for If anyone would be interested, we are in when they will be opening the Fair with a Chairman of the Governors the early stages of looking into opening an song and a dance (see Friends of Peppard Christine Bradbury After School Club if there is sufficient School article). We are planning a couple demand. of school trips this term involving water, The organisers have confirmed that they as our topic for the term is Aqua; maybe a are still looking for a local resident who If you would like more information or to trip to the London Aquarium and/or a trip may be interested in being the MC for arrange to visit us, please contact me on to the river in Henley. the day. They are looking for someone 01491 628 395 or to help create an exciting and fun atmos- [email protected] Term 6 begins on Monday 3rd June. We phere, whilst introducing and announc- Louisa Hopcroft have a New Foundation Parent’s evening th ing the various activities, etc, that are planned for 17 June followed by a couple going on. There will also be some Peppard Parent Toddler of sessions for the new children to come in awards to present at the end of the day. Group and spend some time with us and to meet If you are interested please leave us a their teacher, Miss Bryant. The School For the first time in seven years we were message: [email protected], forced indoors for our annual Easter Egg Summer Production this year is Cinderella [email protected] & Rockafella which will be performed on Hunt by the cold - unlike 2012! There Monday 15th July at the Kenton Theatre in The school will be opening the event as were Easter baskets and cakes at snack Henley - always a huge event - and re- well as providing games and activities time; then the children had a lovely time hearsals will be taking place over the com- for children of all ages We will be run- finding hidden eggs. They were shared out ing weeks. Tickets will be available nearer ning a preserves competition, so please between all the children. We then played the time. This year’s Sports Day and eve- bring your entries along on the day. under the big coloured parachute and sang ning event on the Common is planned for There will also be inflatables, live mu- some songs. Friday 28th June from 17.00. We have a sic, crafts, animal attractions, BBQ, teas, Thanks to committee members, without change this year with the Leavers’ assem- bar, raffle, auction, inter-school tag whom the group could not run, and also to blies, which will be on Thursday 18th July: rugby tournament and much more. Anne for her continued support. We are the Church service will be on the last day Liza and Laura now open until Tuesday, 16th July and will of term, Friday 19th July, at 10.00. Term finish the summer term with a party and a finishes at noon. Peapods Nursery School Mum’s night. While the group is closed Our autumn term begins on Tuesday 3rd We are now open and enjoying lots of there is an informal gathering at Binfield September when we will be welcoming fun, the children have all settled in well Heath Park on Tuesday mornings over the our new Head, Mr Nick Steele. and are already familiar with the daily summer holidays – bring a picnic if the Fiona Hilton routines. They are learning to take care weather is nice! of their environment, assisting the staff We are at Peppard War Memorial Hall on FOPS with jobs - watering the plants, serving Tuesdays in term time, including half We are excited about the upcoming Vil- snacks, tidying up and washing toys and terms, from 09.45-11.45. We are a lage Fair on 8th June, as it’s always a fabu- equipment. The children have been friendly volunteer Mum led group and we lous event and a great fundraiser for the planting our raised beds, going on na- welcome any newcomers. Please phone local Parish. We are delighted to be able ture walks, playing with balls in the me on 01189 723547 for further informa- to play a role in the event and we look field and spending a great deal of time tion, or just turn up. forward to seeing you there. in the garden digging in the sandpit, Caroline Jones
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This e-mail: [email protected] full which is available on our website: will now make it a much safer place for Website: www.rppc.org.uk www.PeppardNews.co.uk young children, who will not be able to SODC Councillors: Paul Harrison John Howell, MP run out into Wyfold Lane. 0118 972 2665 In his latest newsletter our MP looks at a The County Council elections were based & Alan Rooke—01491 572919 number of Government policies outlined on new boundaries agreed last year. We OCC Councillor: David Bartholomew in the Queen’s Speech. Items of local in- are now grouped with Shiplake as well as 07769 808773 terest are: Sonning Common and six other parishes e-mail: to form the new Sonning Common Divi- david.bartholomew@oxfordshire.gov.uk A local issue that I am often approached sion. In the South Oxfordshire District Rotherfield Peppard Parish Council usually with is the state of our roads. This comes Council elections there will be another meets on 2nd Monday of the month at 19.30 under the remit of the County Council and new boundary – the new Woodcote and in the Pavilion. Parishioners may attend and as such I do not have any control over observe, and may briefly raise issues of Peppard Ward will not include Sonning this. However I am in regular contact with concern to them. All may attend Common. A public consultation will take the Highways team at the County Council intermediate planning meetings as well - see to raise matters on behalf of residents. place shortly on whether the current parish Diary for dates and times. boundaries in the district should be Whilst they battle against weather condi- changed. If you have views on this, please SODC Report tions in trying to repair potholes, I was let the council know. interested to learn that they have filled Paul Harrison, our SODC Councillor, some 36,000 potholes in the last year Following the resignations of Nick Laun- has sent us a report setting out their alone. ders and Clive Mills, the Parish Council work over the year. We have summa- needs to recruit two more members. If rised some of its key points. Although in this constituency the fear of you know someone who would be willing crime is much greater than crime itself, I Finance has been a key area of uncer- am sure that the Anti-Social Behaviour, to be co-opted as a Parish Councillor, tainty and the budget was cautious to please contact the Parish Clerk – Linda Crime and Policing Bill will be welcomed reflect this, whilst including growth. as will be the Offender Rehabilitation Bill. Collison: [email protected] or 01491- Nonetheless, your Couoncil Tax has 629676. The former will help to do more to keep been reduced by 2.5% for the second our neighbourhoods safe and secure, and Information about Parish Council Meet- year running, including growth. the latter will transform the way offenders ings and much else is on the Parish Coun- The number of District Councillors rep- are dealt with once they leave prison, cil website: www.rppc.org.uk. resenting residents and the Local Gov- tackling persistent re-offending. David Hammond, Chairman ernment Boundary Commission have I also want to mention the Water Bill. Telephone Box Ideas been looked at, and a reduction from River flooding, sewer flooding and forty-eight to thirty-six Councillors drought are all of concern for residents The telephone box near Peppard School is agreed. The net effect is that the current and businesses and not least our farming to be refurbished by the Flat Earth Society ward, which includes Sonning Common community. The Water Bill will make the for community use. What should it be will be split and will be now joined with sector more resilient in the face of natural used for? Woodcote, Nettlebed and Nuffield form- hazards and also increase customer A number of ideas have been suggested ing the Woodcote and Rotherfield Ward, choice. As with all legislation, measures amongst which are – storage for grit bin which also includes all those parishes take time to come through. However, in shovels, something in memory of the from the edge of Henley through to Nuf- the short term, I hope that many of you are Flemings, storage for walking sticks/ field, Ipsden and Woodcote. responding to the current consultation by umbrellas for walkers, a place to display The Local Government Boundary Com- Thames Water on their proposed invest- Common Land rules, greenhouse for local mission will be reviewing the parish ment plan for 2015-2020 which they will wild flowers, etc. boundaries. From bitter experience with present to Ofwat in December. You can How would you like to see it used? Email the District Council’s boundary review, comment online at the following address your ideas to [email protected] who will Paul recommends that you make your www.thameswater.co.uk/haveyoursay. keep Peppard News in the picture. views known at the initial consultation phase even if it is to keep the existing For more information go to Linda Collison www.johnhowellmp.com.
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Country Estates, Private Homes, Local Businesses Local References 01491 826925 07977 237798 Page 5 Know Your Councillor David Bartholomew Even in such short a time he has been co her life as Queen Mother. Her life was A warm, personable and unpretentious -opted onto two council committees – steeped in suspicion, deception and a man – that was my immediate impression the Planning and Regulation Committee thirst for power during a time of great of David Bartholomew. He only took of- and the Education Scrutiny Committee. religious conflict throughout France, cul- fice as our new County Councillor last Education is a major cause that he is minating in her greatest atrocity, the mas- week so his feet have barely touched the passionate about – he believes that edu- sacre of Saint Bartholomew's day. She ground. He has already attended an induc- cation is the most important thing in life: was certainly a complex character, and tion day, his first full meeting on Tuesday a good education can never be taken has become cast as one of the most evil and, in the same week, a full training day. away. women in history - not without good rea- son! He lives in Shiplake but grew up in Hemel Visiting parish council meetings is not Hempstead where he met his wife at David’s only way of getting to know the I actually wrote the novel many years ago school. He made several moves before area. He loves cycling – with a club, in longhand but never got around to eventually settling in this area. He was with friends, or simply on his own. He typing it up until I recently completed a lucky enough to be in a position where he has ridden most of, if not all, the high- diploma course in historical writing, and could choose where he lived and he and ways and byways of South Oxfordshire felt that I could maybe bring a few new his wife agreed that Henley was where and beyond. When not cycling, he en- ideas to my old story. they wanted to be. They have subse- joys indoor rowing and competes in the I've had some great feedback about the quently lived here for 25 years, bringing national championships. As if this is not book so I have now started a sequel to up three sons. enough to keep him fit, he joins in with complete the story from the massacre in the Wargrave and Shiplake Regatta. In 1986 he set up his own advertising, 1572 to the time of Catherine’s death in design and marketing company and en- Not a great traveller, David relaxes on 1589. This proposed title is The Second joyed enough success to enable him to cast holidays with his wife in Devon or Corn- Jezebel which will hopefully be com- his eye around for other opportunities. He wall or they cross the Channel to France. pleted later this year. knew he wanted to do something different This summer though, he hasn’t made Peter Mowbray plans yet because of his new role but he but wasn’t sure what. He could dedicate Peppard Litter Blitz less time to work and make a commitment does hope to take a break in August. I to his other great interest – politics. At the hope David manages to find the right Sweet papers, fag ends, age of 56, he felt he wanted to change balance between work, politics and lei- Crisp and cigarette packets, direction before he was much older and sure and that his obvious enthusiasm Bottles glass and plastic, felt the urge to ‘do it now’. He says a isn’t diminished by life in politics. Tea bag and sandwich box, phrase used by former Prime Minister Rita Hadgkiss Dustbin lid and iron bar, John Major, during his appearance at the How did they get there? Kenton Theatre last year, sums up the phi- Little bag of doggy poo, losophy that David identifies with: ‘as Snippets A nappy that's been worn. Conservatives, we ask how we can help Local Author This really is not nice! people to help themselves’. Achieves Success Motorists and joggers He decided upon the County Council as he My name is Peter Mowbray; I was born Hoot, wave and cheer. felt this enabled him to be in a field that in Henley and grew up in Bix where my “Well done!” they shout makes a real impact yet stays close to the family ran the old pub, The Fox. I cur- But they're too busy community and environment. He under- rently live in Kingwood with wife, As they hurry on past. stands that with nine parishes he has his Sally, and my two sons, Oli and Ross. I Two hours and I've done my bit work for him and during his election cam- work for a conference production com- And it's coming on to rain. paign he attended all their parish council pany based in Highmoor. A job well done, I think meetings to help him know and under- Recently published is my novel based For another year. stand his constituency – he also came on the life of Catherine de Medici, a Take your litter home, please along to the Annual Rotherfield Peppard sixteenth century Queen of France. It And keep our village smart! Parish Council meeting. traces her story from the middle years of Sue Nickson
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Page 6 Our Village Educational Trust Gives Anyone for Tea? Luncheon Club. We are pleased that the Chiltern Players are making a welcome Local charity, FISH, is holding an After- Chance of a Lifetime return with their fantastic productions . noon Tea at Sonning Common Village In August I went to Romania with twelve th We have a number of other interesting other girls and two teachers on a World Hall on Wednesday 19 June. Tea, cof- fee and cakes will be served from 14.30 groups, so please get in touch if you wish Challenge Expedition for twelve days. to learn more. If you wish to make a Upon arrival we had to work out how to 17.00 and will give local residents a chance to get out for an afternoon and booking for a private party or any other much to spend each day. When we got chat to friends and neighbours. Trans- activity please contact Maggie at the Hall. used to the town where we were staying, port can be provided for those who can- Details can be found on our website: we went to Bran castle where Bram Stoker not get there under their own steam and www.peppardwarmemorialhall.btik.com set his book Dracula. we’re hoping to attract both Much renovation work has taken place new and existing users of and the current project is to install ambu- FISH. lant disabled toilets, which we hope will Open to anyone from Son- be funded in part by the Parish Council ning Common, Peppard, which has shown great support for the Kidmore End, Gallowstree Hall over the years. Common and Binfield Heath Clive Mills who wants to meet new peo- ple. The event will be free, Commons News although donations will be Early summer is the best time to hear the welcome. dawn chorus - so if you happen to be stir- If you would like to come ring at first light it is worth opening your along for a cuppa and a chat, ears to the sound of birdsong coming from do let us know by contacting nearby. You don’t have to be fully awake the FISH office on 0118 972 to enjoy the experience - it’s as easy as 4520 between 09.30 and lying in bed with your eyes closed! Eleanor Cunningham 11.30 weekdays. If you need We are all familiar with the call of a red transport, the office can kite, a cuckoo, or a woodpecker – but did Our main objective in Romania was to arrange this – just let them know when you know that ravens and woodcock can help with a local charity called FAST you call. also be heard and seen around our woods where they help impoverished families get and glades? If you enjoy watching birds, back on their feet. Half of us went to help Anyone interested in helping out on the do let us know if you see something spe- lay a gravel path for a family whose Dad day, perhaps by baking a cake or wield- cial on the common. The same goes for had stomach cancer and was in hospital. I ing a tea towel, please call Claire Hard- butterflies, beetles or wildflowers – what- was a bit nervous about the experience as I ing on 01491 629551 or 07803 372162. ever catches your eye, make a note, or didn’t know how to react. The seven chil- FISH is a registered charity run entirely take a picture, and send it to us. Thank dren were so friendly and even offered to by volunteers and we are always looking you! help, racing around with the wheelbarrows for new people to help support and ex- and asking to play with them. After three pand the services we offer. Find out The KPCV group continues to meet on the days, we had to say goodbye and all of us, more at www.fishvolunteercentre.co.uk first Saturday morning of each month do- including the family and teachers, were in Fred Nickson ing our best to keep footpaths clear, espe- tears as we said our final goodbye to the cially of brambles, which are rampant at village. Peppard War this time of year. For more information contact Sheri Kinghorn: The next agenda was the trekking. We set Memorial Hall. [email protected] or our website off the next afternoon and got to the camp- As the new Chairman of the War Memo- www.nettlebed-commons.org site early evening, where we still had to rial Hall, I feel very privileged both to put up the tents and make dinner. We Calling all children! A great day out is in work with a fantastic group of volun- th camped for two days and started our teers and help look after a very valuable store for you on Sunday 9 June when the descent in the pouring rain. Luckily for us asset to our Community. ever-active Chilterns Commons Project will be hosting a Hands-on History Day at there was a small motel at the bottom of The Hall is used by many local organisa- the Chiltern Open Air Museum. It’s all the mountain and the owner allowed us to tions, such as the Bowls and Table Ten- about life on our Commons in days gone stay the night. nis Clubs together with the local Horti- by. It’s free, you can bring a picnic or get This experience was amazing and cultural Society, Women’s Institute and delicious food at the café. Come and have unforgettable, full of tears, laughter and appreciation of life. We all had to raise This page sponsored by most of the money ourselves which was a challenge in itself and if the Rotherfield TANDOORI Peppard Educational Trust had not been so generous, then I may not have gone. I Connoisseur have helped turn one family’s life around for the better and even now, nine months An Emporium of Indian Cuisine on, we still raise money here in England to Fully Air-conditioned help in any way possible. Open 7 days a week, including bank holidays Eleanor Cunningham Take-away menu - prompt service 21 Wood Lane, Sonning Common - Phone: 0118 972 3104/1054 Page 7
a go at traditional crafts, help build a Health Walks philosophies is to go out on top so after hovel, watch working sheepdogs, listen to this successful event he handed over the I am handing over my Health Walk a story-teller, or even auction off your reins. tasks to others so in future Rosemary parents and grandparents at the hiring fair! Dunstan will keep you up to date with Just in case the Revels aren’t enough to For more info see: www.coam.org.uk Health Walks activities. See keep the residents of Peppard entertained, E lizabeth Smeeton www.PeppardNews.co.uk/ John Hasler and others formed the Film Clerk to the Conservators VillageInformation/Activities for more Club following the success of showing Peppard Village Fair information and the timetable. James Bond films prior to the 2008 Rev- els. Now there are around eighty people This bi-annual event will be held on Pep- Chris Brooks who come along to enjoy the screening pard Common on Saturday 8th June 14.00- with eight cooks to provide the supper. 17.00. This is a lovely family event with Green Gym To keep the residents of Peppard fit and something for all ages – games, tombolas, Fifteen years have passed since we raffle, live music, inflatables, animal at- healthy, he is also Chairman of the Son- started and we celebrated our birthday ning Common Green Gym which he says tractions and much more. This year the in April by inviting the other five BBQ will be provided by Ruchetta and is very good exercise. He also walks with Oxfordshire Green Gyms for a joint a walking club every Tuesday morning. there will also be teas, cakes and a bar. work session at Withymead Nature Re- The centre piece tag rugby competition serve in Goring. Dr William Bird, John moved into Wyfold Lane in 1966 will involve local primary schools. There whose original idea it was to use practi- with his wife Lindsay. It was the ideal will be live crafts as well as a craft and cal nature conservation as a way of location as he was a GP in Sonning Com- gift fair. You may also wish to enter the maintaining health and fitness, spent the mon, first as an assistant and then as a full preserves competition. Entries should be morning working alongside the extra partner, and Lindsay, a radiographer, brought along on the day with ingredients large group of volunteers. At coffee worked at Peppard Hospital. He contin- listed on the label. Whatever the weather break he cut a special cake and gave a ued at the Sonning Common Health Cen- we will be going ahead! short talk on the future of Green Gyms, tre for a total of 32 years but, busy as this This year the fair has had very generous which now number nearly 100 through- was, it wasn’t his only role. In the first sponsorship from Johnson Matthey, AB out the country. We can be proud that few years he was also a part time anaes- Walker, Lawrence Hamblin, Ruchetta, the Green Gym, which has proved to be thetist at Reading for two operating lists a Sonning Common Vauxhall and Davis so successful, started round the corner week. As well as his life as a busy GP Tate whilst others have donated very gen- in the Sonning Common Health Centre. with, in those days, on-call commitments at night and weekends as part and parcel erously to the raffle and auction. If you Julia Booker would like to take part or help please con- of a GP’s role, he also played a key role in tact either: Ian on 01491 629631 or GP post-graduate training becoming the Louise on 07921 826414 Director of Postgraduate General Practice Louise Adams Peppard People Education for the Oxford region and the Chairman of the Royal College of General Sonning Common Library Dr John Hasler, OBE Practitioners. Under his guidance, the Every summer libraries around the coun- When I originally phoned to request an Sonning Common Health Centre became a try have a ‘Summer reading challenge’ interview, John Hasler had to come in national standard bearer for the provision aimed at keeping children reading over from the garden where he had been of patient-centred medical care. the holidays, and getting them to use their planting broad beans, to answer the He and Lindsay have four sons, all now library. The children sign up to read at phone. Gardening is just one of his happily married, and eight grandchildren. least six books over the holidays, they are many activities and interests – and his Luckily they all live within a reasonable rewarded as they progress and receive a lovely garden is proof of his, and his distance so close family contact can be medal and a certificate at the end. wife’s, skills. maintained. None of the sons chose a This year the theme is Creepy House, and He is perhaps best known as the leading medical career and John attributes this it will run from the first weekend in July light of the Peppard Revels. He was partly to the impact his working hours had until the end of September. Sonning Com- Deputy Chairman when the Revels were on their growing up. However, he is de- mon Library will have special ‘creepy- first established in 1999 celebrating the lighted that his oldest grandson is follow- themed’ storytimes on Saturday mornings Millennium and he continued with the ing in his footsteps and studying medicine. in August at 10.00, suitable for primary Queen’s Golden Jubilee celebration and In talking to John Hasler, what struck me age children. There will be stories and Trafalgar Day and then took over as most was that he is essentially a very mod- craft activities, and home-made cakes for Chairman for the Revels’ Ian Fleming est man who is only too ready to give sale. For more information contact the centenary and culminating in Peppard’s others, his colleagues or friends, the credit library, on 0118 972 2448 biggest event yet – the Queen’s Dia- for so many of his own achievements. Rosemary Dunstan mond Jubilee celebration. One of his Rita Hadgkiss
Page 8 Our Churches coach is scheduled to leave All Saints’ Rector: Revd Canon Graham Foulis Brown 0118 972 3987 All Saints’ Church at 08.00 and return at approxi- Church of England Churchwardens: Adrienne Heriot 01491 629254 mately 17.45. If you are interested and Margaret Woodward 0118 972 2296 would like further details, then please con- www.allsaintspeppard.org.uk tact Stewart or Val Morgan. Tel. 0118 9723263 or email stewarthmor- From the Rectory thereby keeping the church in good re- [email protected] pair not only for ourselves but for those There has been quite a bit of coverage in who follow. the Henley Standard concerning the diffi- Looking Ahead Graham th culty the local churches are having in Sunday 30 June there will be no 09.00 making ends meet. Much of this has sur- Elections Holy Communion Service or 10.30 service rounded the Parish Share which is the con- at All Saints’, but the 10.30 service will be The Parish Annual Parochial Church tribution each parish is asked to make to- a Joint Benefice Eucharist service at St. Meeting took place on 23rd April during wards diocesan expenses. John the Baptist, Kidmore End at 11.00. which the two Churchwardens, th All Saints’ is no exception and this year is Adrienne Heriot and Margaret Wood- On Saturday 12 October the Annual asked to contribute £46,128 which, along ward, were both re-elected for the forth- RSCM Choirs Festival will take place at with Kidmore End and Sonning Com- coming year. The two wardens will offi- Dorchester Abbey., Details of all these mon’s £44,000, makes the £90,000 quoted cially take office at a service in St. events can be found at in the Standard as being paid by my three Helen’s Church, Benson on the 17th www.allsaintspeppard.org.uk churches. Just over a quarter of that sum June. Margaret Woodward reaches my bank account but my two The Electoral Roll was also presented at Christian Aid Concert predecessors’ pensions and my own suc- this meeting. This year it was com- cessor’s training costs have to be met By a Mill Stream: the gentle summer pletely revised which happens every six along with the care of the Rectory. sounds of a mill at work, whether it’s a years. The size of the PCC is determined windmill or a watermill, bring daydreams Traditionally, these three churches have by the size of the Electoral Roll. of rural life in past times. This is the met the Share and maintained the build- theme of an ensemble concert at All ings assisted by an occasional bequest or a RSCM Saints’ Church on Saturday 6th July at once-in-a-while appeal but in the past few Eight junior choristers from All Saints’ 19.30. Julia Booker (soprano) and Robin years this has become harder. At St Church, attended the annual Royal Howles (tenor), accompanied by pianist John’s Kidmore End looking beneath the School of Church Music three day Peter Toye, will be joined by Frances roof tiles at the east end last month, was a course held at New College School, Ox- Jones (oboe and cor anglais), who is well day’s work and cost £1,980 (of which th th ford between the 8 and 10 April. One known to Peppard audiences for her excit- £750 + VAT was for the hire of the of our choristers, Stephanie Franklin, ing playing on a variety of instruments. ‘cherrypicker’ used to gain access). was chosen to be one of four House Some of the songs are about mills Forgive an example from the other parish Captains. Evensong was sung daily in (including Ha’nacker Mill by two differ- for there are no recent examples I can the Chapel of New College Oxford, to ent composers) and Frances will be play- quote from All Saints’ though the Property which members of the public attended. ing The Water Mill (voted among 100 & Buildings Committee is constantly Choristers from 24 different churches Best Tunes). As is usual for concerts by keeping an eye on All Saints’ fabric and were represented at this event. Robin and Julia, most of the music will be we are fortunate to have a willing band of English, but this time they will include a volunteers. Not long ago it was dampness Invitation smattering of Schumann - and some Span- in the Parish Room and currently they are A coach trip is being organised to see ish songs for good measure. looking into improvements to the lighting. the dramatic production of the ‘Life of Any contribution, of any size, people Christ’ (which is an outdoor perform- There will be a retiring collection for might like to make, at any time, can al- ance) at the Wintershall Estate near Christian Aid. Please support this concert ways be ‘restricted’ to maintenance Guildford on Thursday 27th June. The given by local performers. Ian and Pat Fraser PEMBROKE GLASS
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Coming closer to home, a You and open to all, which gathers on alternate Revd Chris Lewis Yours BBC programme this week on Thursday mornings. Another recent intro- 0118 972 4519 religious affiliations quoted a recent duction is The Point, a monthly evening www.springwater.org.uk census suggesting that in this country event when Chris Lewis tackles some in- 20% are secular (atheist or humanist), teresting and controversial topics. 30% don’t know (agnostic), but 50% Of course our regular activities continue - We live in an age of statistics, don’t we? believe in God or consider they have a Sunday morning family service, plus We are frequently being asked for infor- Spiritual dimension. Of course census monthly evening Praise and Worship, The mation about our likes and dislikes, our responses need careful interpretation but Ark on Wednesday and Friday mornings houses, our eating habits, where we go on this last statistic is in stark contrast to for toddlers 1-3, Bumps and Babies on holiday, etc., and we are fed a stream of the reported level of church attendance. Wednesdays 13.00-15.00, and regular statistics on the economy, population, We at Springwater have some good ladies’ and men’s groups and evening education, church attendance and anything ‘statistics’ to share with the community. Life groups. else the researchers want us to know The Manse, attached to the church in th about. And we have fun! On Saturday 4 May Blounts Court Road, has been remod- we had a Big Day Out on Boscombe One recent survey caught my eye: the elled and renovated to make a suitable Beach where children aged from 8 to 80 world population is now 7 billion! On the home for Chris and Mags Lewis, who played cricket and rounders and made basis of world statistics, this survey ‘If the are now literally at the centre of our sand-castles until the sun went down – it is world were 100 people’ shows that 60 are church life and a great blessing to us all. also true that some senior members were Asians, 15 Africans, 14 from the Ameri- A new log cabin has been built in the seen nodding off in deck chairs! We are cas, and 11 Europeans. Regarding faith, grounds to accommodate the growing very grateful to FISH for the loan of their 33 are Christians, 22 are Muslims, and so youth work and mid-week meetings, minibus for the day. on. Fascinating stuff. such as Refresh, a creative arts group, Chris Mills Protect Our Countryside? port the incredible care at Nettlebed Hos- pice. Both men and women can register With more and more threats to rural life, More Snippets for the event which starts at 22.30 in including inappropriate development in Reading on 22nd June. Participants will be our corner of the world, the Campaign Henley's Chatty Chicks treated to fantastic entertainment along to Protect Rural England's Oxfordshire We are a website that provides a forum for the route, plus a breakfast roll at the end. branch (CPRE Oxfordshire) needs vil- the free exchange of useful local informa- lage representatives to keep a close eye Karen Silkstone, a Teaching Assistant, is tion relating to available services and ac- on what's going on. All you need is en- taking part in the walk for the third time. tivities in the Henley area and surrounding thusiasm and passion for protecting our Her husband, Danny, was admitted to the villages. rural heritage but if you have planning hospice in 1999 and she says the support Created by Kathy Brooks in October 2012, experience as well, even better! Inter- and care, that she, Danny and their two the group is a focal point for women aged ested? Phone me on 01491 612801, or young sons received from all the staff was 18 years and over to share their knowledge email [email protected]. truly amazing. Danny sadly passed away and personal experiences about local For more info see www.cpreoxon.org.uk aged 31, eight months later. services, businesses and useful informa- Judith Crockett, Each year Nettlebed Hospice needs to tion in and around the Henley area. The Campaign to Protect Rural England raise £1.6 million to keep care like this website also provides a useful monthly going. Can you help us reach this target forum for free sales of unwanted items and Starlight Hike by joining us under Starlight? Registration promotion of local businesses. is £15 per adult (aged 16 and over) and The Sue Ryder Starlight Hike is back For more information or to join visit: children under 16 go free. To register or and we are searching for people to join www.facebook.com/groups/hcchicks to find out more visit www.sueryder.org/ us for this 10k night-time walk to sup- starlighthike or call 01491 641070.
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ROB SMITH TEL: 0118 972 4560 Tel: 01189 723059 Susan Duke ITEC Page 10 Clubs and Societies 1st Peppard Guides campaign for both teams started on the the C team pulled off a fine finish to avoid 4th May and those interested in follow- relegation while the D team also finished The summer term; time to take advantage ing the fortunes of the club, including just above the drop zone in Division 3. of the lighter evenings! We have already junior results, can do so at started a project called Edible Gardens run In Division 5, the E team finished a www.peppard.play-cricket.com/ very creditable 3rd just short of a promo- by the RHS and with the Village Garden- scoreboard/results.asp ers. We have planted seeds and hope to tion place, while the F team finished in the see them all come up over the next few As the weather improves, we are looking bottom two which may see them drop into months. We are very much looking for- forward to shedding a few of the sweat- Division 6 next season. In Division 6, a ward to going camping in August, it's an ers needed to make playing bearable. fine end of season flourish saw the G team event called Wellies & Wristbands being Meanwhile the beer at The Unicorn promoted in 2nd place thanks to the ef- held in Lyndhurst. Some of our term will beckons! forts of Angus Jones, Julian James, Matt be spent preparing for that but also we Ronnie Brock, Chairman Tarrant, Derek Maltby and Steve Knott. thought we would complete our Traditions Junior coaching sessions continue at the Peppard WI Club on Friday evenings while adult Sum- of Guiding badge: getting back to the th roots of it all. We held our 94 Annual meeting in mer practice sessions are planned to com- Jo Waugh March. Unfortunately, due to personal mence in May/June. Anyone interest can circumstances, all three officers felt the contact Derek Wavell (0118 9476874) - Peppard Cricket Club need to resign. However, we now have a for Junior sessions or Nigel Maltby (0118 After our successful annual dinner we small but enthusiastic new committee in 9463191) for adult sessions. which the posts of minute secretary and moved on to our AGM where a healthy Nigel Maltby treasurer are being shared by four ladies. picture of the future of the club was In May we discussed The decline of the painted. This primarily came from the Wyfold RDA High Street which is the subject of the fantastic development of the junior section A wonderful opportunity for a Disabled under the guidance of the Director of Jun- Resolution to be discussed at the Na- tional Federation AGM in Cardiff in Rider occurred when Sara Lee, who is ior Cricket, Andy Watts, and the appoint- hoping to qualify again this year for the ment to the committee of Nicola Watts as June. As the new President, I will be attending that meeting as our delegate. RDA National Dressage Championships, our Child Welfare Officer. Andy has al- recently had a training session with the Also in May, we looked at ways in ready planned and carried out two ‘Coach Paralympic gold medallist, Lee Pearson, which we can move forward and attract the Coaches’ sessions to a group of a when he held clinics at Checkendon new members. Ladies can come twice as dozen volunteer parents, friends and Equestrian Centre. This was extremely a visitor before committing themselves coaches in preparation for the season. An enjoyable and Sara made good progress. to paying a subscription. Visitors always important step in the development of the Lee was very complimentary about her receive a warm welcome. junior section is participation in the Berk- riding which is all thanks to Karen War- shire Youth Cricket League and, by the Irene Lindsay nes-Blease who normally coaches Sara time of reading, the first games will have and trains the horse, Charlie Brown. been completed. The Oratory School has Sonning Common & very kindly allowed us use of their excel- Peppard Table Tennis Club Re-surfacing of the horse riding arena lent facilities for the older age groups and used by our riders has been completed The Club has recently concluded its with the help of a donation of £700 from Sunday mornings on the Common will be matches in the Reading & District Table reserved for younger members. Goring, Woodcote & District Lions Club. Tennis League season. The A team fin- The special compound used incorporates Pre-season work on the square was ham- ished next to bottom of Division 1 and re-cycled plastic and rubber to provide a pered by snow, rain and a biting wind but are set to be relegated to Division 2. The soft and cushioned surface on which nevertheless a tireless band of enthusiasts B team finished just ahead of their A horses and their disabled riders may walk (or flannelled fools!) were able to coax team colleagues thanks to a superb team comfortably and more safely. We are very life from our ageing machinery to get a effort from Malcolm Gregory, Keith grateful to the Lions. pitch ready for the first game. The league Swain and Brian Meheux. In Division 2, Adrienne Heriot THAMES VALLEY ANIMAL WELFARE Charity No: 900616 Has many beautiful and affectionate cats looking for loving homes. If you can give a home to any Supply and fit Natural stone . Porcelain . Ceramic Under floor heating of them, please call: 01189 721871/01494 484527 to arrange a free consultation and quotation. Or visit our website www.tvaw.org.uk Call Jamie on 07771 821 596 or Henley 01491 628883
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Club SC Club SC Receives Donation Rotherfield United Club SC were very proud to nominate Club SC has been given £400 by Gor- Football Club members for the annual Oxfordshire ing, Woodcote & District Lions to help We acquired Bishopswood Sports Ground Youth Awards, which raise awareness and buy equipment for their new activity in early 2012 and it has already proved a recognition of the inspirational contribu- room. fantastic asset for the club. It will allow tions made by many ambitious young peo- For more information about Lions us to continue to grow and thrive over the ple today. Club SC nominated Kyle Lim- email: [email protected] or phone generations to come. brick for bravery; he is an active member 0845 833 9837. We have a flourishing mini and youth of the club despite suffering from many section with youngsters from Reception illnesses including multiple allergies, kid- Circle Dancing class through to Year 13, and which now ney problems, Coeliac Disease and Kera- Unbelievably we are approaching our includes a dedicated girls’ team. Our toconjunctivitis, which has left him par- sixth birthday and the early days when adult division is establishing itself in the tially sighted and for which he receives the circle was sometimes hard to recog- Reading League, with our ambition of monthly treatment at Great Ormond nise are long gone! The vocabulary, having our first team playing in the Hel- Street. Kyle is always happy despite being with words like slip-step, grapevine, lenic League within the next 3-5 seasons. in frequent pain and discomfort and par- Yemenite, is now ingrained and the ticularly likes to help out in our tuck shop The club has plans to construct a club- dancers can move as if their feet do the house that will consist of changing rooms, or play football; he is much admired by remembering. In the spring, we cele- members and staff alike. toilets, a teaching/social space as well as a brated its coming with an Israeli ballad, kitchen. Our efforts will soon turn to rais- Recently members were proud to display we thought of lambs with a Breton ing the funds from both the club member- their photographic masterpieces. Profes- sheep dance, and we reflected on Good ship as well as funding bodies such as the sional photographer, Richard Pinches, Friday with a dance to the Taizé chant – Football Foundation and Sport England. gave his time to teach the young people Stay With Me. Now we’ll be dancing the tricks of the trade. Youngsters learnt Dandelion, the Russian I Planted a We are committed to maintaining public about lighting, composition and camera Rose, and, with optimism, When the Sun access to the site. Our main challenges angles before being let loose in the club Comes Up Again. Do come and join us. include litter, dog mess and illegal vehicle with cameras to click away. The results No partner needed, nor any experience – access. The club is putting considerable were fantastic and gave them the opportu- just enthusiasm. effort and expense into the maintenance of nity to try something new. Ros Jennings 01491 874220 the ground and we have undertaken a sig- nificant amount of remedial work already. There continues to be almost 100 regis- We are defining the boundaries to allow tered young members from 10-16 years Peppard Bowls Club continued access for walkers and cyclists old. Thanks to the excellent facilities pro- Our season has now started and we are but restrictions for motor vehicles. vided at Chiltern Edge School, those com- meeting up with old and new friends ing along have a large amount of space, after the cold winter months. We are The club is working with OCC to dedicate enabling them to meet friends, play and hoping for a lovely summer in which to a new public footpath around the club to enjoy activities both indoors or out what- enjoy our bowling matches and relax in join two unconnected footpaths. We plan ever the weather. Youth Leader, Becky good company. to release land for Sonning Common Par- ish Council to develop a skate park or Jenkins, and her team are there to help If you feel it is time for you to take up a similar community amenity. organise activities for younger attendees new and gentle sport then come and who come along on separate evenings. To visit us at our green behind the Peppard In September the club is planning to hold help keep the club running more volun- War Memorial Hall. You will be given another public briefing on the develop- teers are needed so if you think you may a very warm welcome. ments at the club and at Bishopswood. In be able to support in this way or wish to the meantime if anyone has questions re- Call us on 0118 972 1301or visit know more about us please contact Becky garding the club or Bishopswood they can www.peppardbowlsclub.com via email at [email protected] email [email protected] Betty Freeman Carol Viney Andy Davies
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JUNE Sat 1 Kingwood/Peppard Comm Vols/01491 641199. Sun 14 SC Pre-school/Summer Gdn Party/11.30-14.00 Sun 2 Circle Dancing/Christ the King/15.30-17.00 Mon 15 Peppard School/Cinderella & Rockafella/Kenton Theatre Mon 3 Peppard School term starts Wed 17 Peppard Lunch Club/12.00/Mem Hall/0118 9722808 Fri 7 FISH trip to Lords Cricket Ground/Details FISH office Thur 18 FISH Pub Lunch/11.30/Details FISH Office Sat 8 Sue Ryder Sale/10.30-12.30 Fri 19 Peppard School term ends Peppard Village Fair/14.00-17.00 Sat 20 Sue Ryder Sale/10.30-12.30 Sun 9 Chiltn Opn Air Mus/Bricks, Bodger & Broomsticks/10.00-17.00 Greys Ct/Open Air Th/The Mikado/19.30/01491 628529 Mon 10 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Mon 22 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 RPPC Meeting/19.30/Planning/21.30/Pavilion Wed 24 FISH visit Gt Chatfield Manor/details FISH Office Tue 11 Greys Court/National Garden Scheme/11.00/01491 628529 Sat 27 RPPC/Planning/10.00/Pavilion Wed 12 WI/Reading Station/Cris Butler/14.30/Mem Hall AUGUST Sun 16 Greys Court/Father's Day Celebration/01491 628529 Fri 2 Greys Ct/Babe the Sheep-Pig/18.30/01491 628529 Mon 17 Peppard School/New Foundation Parents' evening Sat 3 Kingwood/Peppard Comm Vols/01491 641199 Wed 19 FISH/Afternoon Tea/14.30-17.00/SC Village Hall SC Library/Story-time/primary-age children/10.00 Peppard Lunch Club/12.00/Mem Hall/0118 9722808 Sun 4 Circle Dancing/Christ the King/15.30-17.00 Thu 20 FISH Pub Lunch/11.30/Details FISH Office Mon 5 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Fri 21 FISH visit Upton House/09.30/Details FISH Office Sat 10 SC Library/Story-time/primary-age children/10.00 Sat 22 RPPC/Planning/10.00/Pavilion Sue Ryder Sale/10.30-12.30 Greys Ct/Open Air Th/As you Like it/19.30/01491 628529 Mon 12 RPPC Meeting/19.30/Planning/21.30/Pavilion Sue Ryder/Starlight Hike/Green Pk Rdg/22.30/01491 641070 Wed 14 WI/sightseeing trip to Oxford Mon 24 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Thu 15 FISH Pub Lunch/11.30/Details FISH Office Fri 28 Peppard School Sports Day/17.00 Sat 17 SC Library/Story-time/primary-age children/10.00 Sat 29 Sue Ryder Sale/10.30-12.30 Mon 19 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 JULY Tue 20 FISH visit to Bath/Details FISH office Sat 6 Kingwood/Peppard Comm Vols/01491 641199 Wed 21 Peppard Lunch Club/Summer Tea/details 0118 9722808 Concert/All Saints'/Christian Aid/19.30 Sat 24 SC Library/Story-time/primary-age children/10.00 Sun 7 Circle Dancing/Christ the King/15.30-17.00 RPPC/Planning/10.00/Pavilion Mon 8 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Sat 31 SC Library/Story-time/primary-age children/10.00 RPPC Meeting/19.30/Planning/21.30/Pavilion Sue Ryder Sale/10.30-12.30 Wed 10 WI/Garden Meeting-Pauline Lester/14.30 CE Hort Soc/Summer Flower Show/CE School/14.30-16.30 FISH Office: 0118 972 3986 (Mon-Fri, 09.30-11.30) SC & Peppard Table Tennis Club/Mem Hall/Juniors – Mon 17.00/0118 946 3191 Rotherfield United Football Club/U5s/Sat.0930-10.30
CHURCH SERVICES Sunday Services JUNE JULY AUGUST NOTES at All Saints’ 2 9 16 23 30 7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 A - No service at 09.00 09.00 Communion A AAA th th 10.30 Communion (sung) 30 June & 11 August – Benefice 10.30 Matins Eucharist at Kidmore End 11.00
10.30 Family Service th 18 August – Benefice Eucharist at 10.30 Sunday School Christ the King 10.30 18.30 Evensong
Sunday Services at Springwater Mass at St Michael’s Roman Catholic Church (Peppard Congregational Church) Monday-Friday 09.00 Family Service: 10.30 - 11.45 Sunday School 10.30 - 11.30 Saturday 17.30 Sunday 09.00 & 10.30
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