Sir David Money-Coutts is 80! Autumn 2011 Association serving terms as Chairman, It was a fortunate day for Peppard when considerable skill and expertise to lead a Treasurer and President. He was also In- Sir David and Penny, Lady Money- team to put together these very success- ternal Auditor of the Parish Council from Coutts, moved to the village in January ful events. The notion of the Revels was 2001 to 2006. 1962. They had been looking for a house taken from the annual Whit Monday He has been a regular attendee at All within travelling distance of London and Revels which took place on Peppard th Saints' and was a member of the Parochial friends, living in Peppard at the time, told Common in the 18 Century. Prize- Church Council until last April. He took them that the house where they still live fighting on a mound opposite the Red part in the Historic Churches today was coming onto the market. They Lion and various races were held. The Trust Ride or Stride in 2002 visiting 51 married in 1958 and lived in Chelsea for Congregational Minister at the time took churches by bike and raising £450. In the first four years of their marriage. They a dim view claiming that the Revels 2006, aged 75, he walked round Oxford have three children and their younger ‘brought together the very scum of the visiting 32 churches and raised an amaz- daughter, Laura Corrie, also lives in Pep- surrounding country ... the day always ing £2,152. He lives his life by Christian pard with her family. Sir David celebrated ending in intoxication, fighting and values and always tries to do things to the his 80th birthday in July. best of his abilities. His most important He grew up an only child in Ayrshire and principle of life is to respect other people spent happy holidays from boarding as individuals irrespective of who they school at his grand-parents’ home and are. He describes himself as self- farm in Somerset. After Eton, National contained, a perfectionist who can be Service and New College Oxford, Sir bloody-minded. I remember Sir David as David joined the family bank (Coutts a tall man riding around on a big, old, Bank) in 1954 becoming a director in black bicycle or on his sit-on mower pre- 1958 and chairman from 1976 until 1993. paring the common for the Revels. He told me he still has the bike which belonged to Throughout a very busy life of work, his father. He entered and won the slow charitable and public service interests, one bike race on it at one of the Revels! of Sir David's abiding interests has been Sadly, Sir David suffered a stroke five the Territorial Army in which he served Sir David & Lady Money-Coutts years ago and was very ill contracting for 16 years with the Royal Gloucester- MRSA and C. difficile while in hospital, shire Hussars. He was appointed KCVO other evils too shameful to mention.’ Sir followed by a second stroke a few months (Knight Commander of the Royal Victo- David and his committee organised su- later. Despite hearing and sight problems, rian Order) in the Birthday Honours List perb events which brought the village Sir David remains great company. in 1991. together without, I'm pleased to say, any It was a real pleasure to spend time with Sir David is best known in Peppard for his of the ‘evil’ elements from which they this wise, but modest, man to compile this chairmanship of the first three Revels took their name! The Revels continue to article. Peppard has been enriched by his committees: to celebrate the Millennium, this day; the next event being The involvement in the village. His careful the Queen's Golden Jubilee and the bicen- Peppard Olympics to be held from 2nd to and thorough chairmanship of the Peppard tenary of the Battle of Trafalgar. Al- 4th June 2012. Revels has established a tradition that though the idea to resurrect the Revels Sir David became a member of the continues to give huge pleasure to all. came from others, Sir David used his Peppard Branch of the Conservative Sue Nickson interest in community matters and an- Peppard News is a community newspaper published Editorial other with Sir David Money-Coutts, by Rotherfield Peppard PCC with financial support from Peppard Parish Council, and is distributed free who, over the years, has played a large We seem to be hitting the spot! to almost all households in the ecclesiastical and part in village affairs. civil parishes of Peppard. Views expressed are not Our summer issue article on Peppard War Hope you enjoy the read. Let us know necessarily those of the PCC or RPPC unless stated as such. Memorial Hall has brought much positive what you think. feedback from readers, including the very Peppard News is also available by e-mail. Don’t forget to visit our website kind letter re-produced on Page 11. It also Issues: March, June, September & December www.PeppardNews.co.uk for local in- resulted in a very generous donation of Editor: Tony Treglown, new curtains for the hall as part of its re- formation and events. 87 Shiplake Bottom, Peppard Common, RG9 5HJ furbishment. It’s good to know that our Best wishes, e-mail: Peppard [email protected] community spirit is alive and kicking! www.Peppard ews.co.uk Special for you in this issue are two inter- Contributions accepted via e-mail or post to Penny Tony Treglown, Harvey, 12 Shiplake Bottom, Peppard, RG9 5HL views we managed to arrange, one with Editor Advertising: Ian Fraser - phone: 01491 629631 our MP, John Howell, who takes an active Printed by Trinity Creative Resources Earley RG6 7RH Page 2 Our Schools Peppard Primary School Peppard C of E Primary Despite being a great excuse for much School merriment, the serious point of the Dads’ What a busy term! The children and staff Peppard Common RG9 5JU Rep is to encourage fathers right across all worked extremely hard throughout the Phone: 01491 628354 the school to be even more hands-on and final term of the year preparing for SATs, Temporary Headteacher - involved in fundraising activities. practising for sports day, and rehearsing. Brenda Brown We are looking forward to more fundrais- The event most deserving of a mention is ing events in the autumn; a Treasure Hunt the fantastic production of Alice. On 5th Chairman of the Governors David Sell and Family Fun Day and a Mothers versus May, the walls of the Kenton Theatre in Fathers quiz night are planned, as well as Henley were ringing with the sound of the traditional seasonally orientated events children’s voices. All our pupils, even the Friends of Peppard School at the school. A big thank you to you all youngest, were involved with dancing, The summer term has been a busy time for your support - you know who you are! singing and acting. The production quality for the parents of Peppard School. We Dominic Metcalf, Chairman was superb and impressed the staff of the enjoyed a great Village Fair, the sun Kenton Theatre. shone and there was a good turnout. The Peppard Toddler Group Tina Nowell, Headteacher, said, ‘I felt so following week, FOPS enjoyed a won- Our summer term finished with a Teddy proud of them all. They were so confident derful evening ‘at the races’ in Peppard Bears’ Picnic with singing around the and skilled. It was brilliant!’ Staff and War Memorial Hall - kindly arranged by parachute and the children sitting, with parents worked together to produce cos- David and Emma Sell. The two events their favourite bears, enjoying fruit, fairy tumes and props for the show in just a alone raised over £3,000 for the school. cakes and biscuits. Later this was fol- couple of weeks. These funds are vital and contribute not lowed by a Mums’ Night when we were only to educational and fun trips (this End of term was a sad day for all as we lucky enough to sit outside for an evening year Legoland) but are also needed for said goodbye to our Year 6 pupils and and catch up with friends over a few Headteacher, Tina Nowell. Tina can be essential books, IT, and recreational snacks and drinks extremely proud of all the hard work and equipment. We said goodbye to three committee progress she and her team have achieved. members - Leanne Holme, Mary Walczak We look forward to an exciting new and Charlotte Mackworth Praed whose school year with two new teachers com- company, hard work and enthusiasm we plementing an already talented team and will all miss. However we also welcome an extremely full Foundation class. Katie Bayfield, Laura Gelata, Jo Williams Mrs Brenda Brown, formerly the School and Emily Reed in their stead. We Improvement Partner from OCC, will be planned to meet up during the summer acting as temporary head whilst we recruit holidays at Park. a new headteacher. There are two photography sessions We are looking forward to our Year 6 planned during November for children annual residential trip. In September, the Dads’ Curry ight and siblings or parents. pupils will enjoy a fun filled week of ac- Peppard Toddler group is a friendly and 15th July saw what will hopefully be- tivities in Shropshire, including abseiling, inclusive group of Mums and carers meet- come a regular event: the Dads’ Curry rock climbing, canoeing and hill walking. ing each Tuesday morning in term time, th Night held at the ever-tolerant(!) and Our Harvest Service will be on 28 Sep- including half terms, from 09.45 to 11.45 ever-excellent Tandoori Connoisseur. tember at 09.15 in All Saints’ Church; we at Peppard War Memorial Hall. We re- The event, attended by sixteen fathers, will also be preparing for an exciting commence on Tuesday, 6th September (to was instigated and organised by Simon Christmas production. Term ends on Fri- Tuesday 18th December). For more details th Biggin, who holds the new FOPS com- day, 16 December and we return on please contact Caroline Jones on 0118 972 th mittee office of Dads’ Rep. Wednesday, 4 January 2012. 3547, or just come along to a session. Tina Blumfield

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Do you need an Accountant? • Self assessment • Accounts • VAT • Companies House returns • Corporation tax returns • Business advice Phone Keith Jefferies ACMA on 0118-9722611 or 07749-415264 for a free initial consultation PODIATRY / CHIROPODY Sonning Common For enquiries & appointments call Heidi Snookes-Owen B.Sc., D.Pod.M., M.Ch.S.,S.R.Ch. HPC REGISTERED 0118 9242677 Page 4 The Councils Know Your MP RPPC News John Howell MP It is with sadness that I have to report that Parish Council Peppard ews was delighted when John our Parish Clerk, Helen Lewis, has re- Chairman: Nick Launders Howell agreed to give up time to be inter- signed for family reasons. Helen has done 01491 628243 viewed. It was pouring with rain when I a great deal for Peppard in a short time, Parish Clerk: Linda Collison went to see him one Saturday morning in which included an election and all the 01491 629676 mid-July. I remarked that my chances of procedures which she had to master very Website: www.rppc.org.uk spending the afternoon gardening were quickly. We shall greatly miss her hu- SODC Councillors: Paul Harrison scuppered and John countered that he had mour, common sense and enthusiasm and 0118 972 2665 roses to plant and if he didn’t get them we wish her every success in the future. & Alan Rooke—01491 572919 planted that afternoon or the Sunday, he After a brief publicity campaign and a day OCC Councillor: Carol Viney wouldn’t have a chance because he was in of interviews, the Council has appointed 01491 680887 London the rest of the week and going on Linda Collison to the post of Clerk and Rotherfield Peppard Parish Council usually holiday after that. Responsible Financial Officer. Unhap- meets on 2nd Monday of the month at 19.30 John was born and brought up in Tooting, pily, we have lost a first class Councillor in the Pavilion, though there is no meeting South London; his was not an affluent in August. Parishioners may attend and in the process. We congratulate her on observe, and may raise briefly issues of family – in fact they lived in a small ter- her appointment. Linda may be con- concern to them. All may attend raced house with no bathroom. He can tacted: see details below and right. intermediate planning meetings as well - see remember the zinc bath being brought out The Council is also very grateful to Tony Diary for dates and times. for bath-time. He went to primary school Cotton and his team for all the work and in Tooting and then Battersea Grammar effort expended on the Parish Survey. We Orchard Tree Planting school in Streatham. At Edinburgh Uni- versity he studied archaeology and contin- will be burning the midnight oil over the Event next few weeks to extract your ideas and ued in the academic world to gain a doc- needs for the Community Plan. We are The Parish Council will be hosting a tree torate in archaeology at Oxford and then planting event in Carlings Orchard on as a research fellow at Liverpool. He fol- very grateful for the excellent response to th the questionnaires. Saturday 26 November at 15.00 to lowed a successful career in broadcasting celebrate the planting of new fruit and and business – focussing largely on the, Nick Launders nut trees. Sixteen people from (or asso- then, communist bloc and its fall. Linda Collison, Clerk and RFO to ciated with) the village have offered to His interest in politics began at about the Rotherfield Peppard Parish Council, sponsor new trees and will be asked to age of 15, when he perceived the Conser- 7 Grange Avenue, Rotherfield Peppard, place plaques on their sponsored trees. vatives as the party that provided indi- Henley on Thames, Oxon RG9 5LD Others involved with Carlings Orchard viduals with the opportunities to advance. E-mail: [email protected] will also be invited to the event where Much later, this was reinforced when he warm drinks and food will be provided. worked in central and eastern Europe and Community Plan All tree sponsors will be contacted observed that, under communism, all en- thusiasm and imagination was crushed. A big Thank You to everyone in the Par- shortly to discuss the tree and plaque ish who took the time to complete our details. For more information go to John always had an ambition to be an MP Questionnaire. We estimate that we re- www.rppc.org.uk but didn’t feel it was feasible when he had a young family and in those days Parlia- ceived an amazing near 85% response Broadband Access from the occupied homes in the Parish. A ment was very family unfriendly. There is special mention for Leanne Flett who col- Much of rural Oxfordshire has poor ac- a substantial personal cost to anyone wish- lected completed Questionnaires from all cess to broadband and/or mobile phone ing to stand as an MP and at that time 66 homes in her area – well done! networks due to lack of infrastructure. John simply did not have enough money to campaign. Parliament is more family- So far we have identified 63 volunteers The County Council would like commu- friendly nowadays but John still has to for 145 activities. The most popular being nities to tell them what they think about spend Monday-Thursday in London. He Village clean-up and maintenance of the broadband speeds and mobile coverage did try commuting but found he had to be Commons. in their area. This kind of evidence is important in order to make a good busi- up by 05.00 and then didn’t arrive home The raffle draw was held at a Thank You ness case for national funding support until well after midnight. get-together for the volunteers who for the Oxonline project. He has lived with his wife, Alison, and handed out and collected the question- their three children in Warborough for 20 naires - often having to return several For further information about the years. Alison is a full-time teacher and he times. The prizes have not yet been Oxonline project, contact Dawn Pettis at believes that pursuing her own career has claimed: the Adult winning ticket is Blue the County Council on 01865 816082; helped her cope with their disjointed fam- 623 and the Young Person’s is Green 306. or see www.oxfordshire.gov.uk: select ily life. With his knowledge of the local Tony Cotton Broadband in Oxfordshire. area, he particularly wanted to stand as

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Country Estates, Private Homes, Local Businesses Local References 01491 826925 07977 237798 Page 5 More Snippets our MP. Indications were that, after Mi- there are real pockets of poverty in this Village Tour chael Heseltine and then Boris Johnson, area. John became quite heated at this John Howell MP is hoping to meet as the constituency was ready for a ‘normal’ stage – it is something he feels very many of you as possible to talk about any MP – someone not a celebrity who would strongly about. Equally strong is his issues or concerns you may have. There be able to divide their time more equally insistence that he cannot, will not and may not be time for lengthy discussions between Westminster and their constitu- should not deal with individual planning but he has a mechanism in place to follow ency. He says one of the joys of being an applications – these are not within his up with you. MP is that there is no job description and remit. Although he strives to be a good th it is up to each MP to spend their time in constituency MP, he is keen to point out He will be in our area on Friday 30 Sep- the best way that they see fit. With sev- that an MPs’ primary role is to sit in the tember: 14.15 - Peppard Common by the eral towns and 120 villages within the House of Commons and make legisla- school and 14.50 - Kingwood by the Uni- constituency, he is not kept idle. It can be tion. corn. See www.PeppardNews.co.uk or village noticeboards for full schedule. a seven day a week job but nevertheless In any spare time, he loves music, in he is happy in his position. particular, conducting. He has Join the Peppard News been a church organist in Warbor- Team! ough and has seen the choir grow and sing in other churches since Peppard ews is distributed to every he joined some years ago. house in Peppard by our very loyal team of distributors - why not join them? Three Not surprisingly perhaps, for an more distributors are required - typically MP, he also loves acting! He is this involves approximately one hour of an enthusiastic member of a small work every three months. If you would troupe of amateur players whose like to help, please phone Distribution speciality is murder mysteries. Manager, Ian Fraser - 01491 629631. They will happily perform for charitable causes and will often Art Classes help to raise £1,000-2,000. Chari- ties in Peppard take note! Robert Lobley is a local artist well known for his paintings of . He John Howell being interviewed by Rita Hadgkiss I had explained to John that I am has wide art teaching experience and is not a journalist and he was end- Although he finds his constituency work the author of Your Book of Painting. He lessly patient throughout the interview worthwhile, it is the cut and thrust of teaches a Wednesday class at Checkendon whilst I scribbled away at my handwrit- Westminster that excites him. He is the in the evening from 19.30 - 21.30. The ten notes. My lack of expertise was evi- st Parliamentary Private Secretary to Sir autumn term starts 21 September. The dent when I asked what was, in retro- George Young, the Leader of the House, class is very friendly and caters for artists spect, a very silly question. I asked if and also to Greg Clark, the Minister for of all abilities. Each session begins with a John was interested in furthering his Decentralisation. In opposition, John demonstration of painting or painting parliamentary career. This is, of course, wrote a paper called Open Source Plan- technique. Most people paint in watercol- a bit like asking an athlete if he would ning that now forms the basis of the gov- our but some paint in oil and acrylics, like to win an Olympic gold medal! ernment’s planning reforms. John is abso- drawing and pastels are also demon- Although John answered in an incredi- lutely passionate about putting planning strated. During the term we paint land- bly diplomatic way, the answer was issues and the provision of housing back scapes, flowers, still lives, and buildings; really ‘Of course’. In my view it is only into the hands of the local population. we occasionally also do some life draw- a matter of time before the name John ing. The cost is £75 per ten week term. We talked about his constituency work. Howell becomes a household name Many MPs have to deal with issues Interested? Please phone 0118 348 4025 throughout the country rather than just e-mail: [email protected] or write around housing and immigration and he in South Oxfordshire. admits that there are less of these prob- to me at Hill Cottage, Thames Street, Son- I hope he managed to plant his roses! lems in this constituency but he is ada- ning on Thames, Reading. RG4 6UR mant that no-one should be complacent as Rita Hadgkiss Robert Lobley

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23cWoodLane,SonningCommon 01189723358/4890 Page 6 Our Village FISH Volunteer Centre Commons News Hall 90s Party a ‘I have been driving for FISH for several Although the proposed relocation of Great Success years. It is very interesting chatting to Peppard School does not directly affect Twenty local residents over 90 years old many different clients. Sometimes we the Common, the Conservators have met were entertained to afternoon tea in cele- have long waits at RBH clinics, but most with nearby residents and with school bration of Peppard War Memorial Hall people are very apologetic and praise us governors, to discuss concerns over reaching its 90th year. Once the tea was for our patience. Some drivers do regular parking and access arrangements, and under way the guests were entertained by jobs but I prefer to do different things will continue to work with all concerned Nottakwire, who sang a selection of songs when I can. New drivers are always to resolve any issues that may arise. well known to its audience, who joined in needed and would be very welcome. Like Ann and Graham Pearce have kindly with gusto! me, you would not have to commit to any helped remove ragwort growing on Pep- regular day or time’. These words were pard Common. If you are worried about written by Wendy Packham and talking ragwort growing anywhere on the com- with other drivers who have driven for mon and would like to help, please con- FISH for many years, you would hear tact me (see below for details). very similar sentiments. As well as need- Sarah has been recording flowers and ing car drivers, we are currently without a plants growing on a piece of common Secretary (the committee member respon- near her house in Kingwood. You can sible for maintaining official records, or- read her online diary and see her lovely ganising meetings, etc). We are also look- photographs by Googling Sarah’s wild- ing for someone who could help once a meadow blog. month distributing our bus programme around the area. Following the Planning Inspectorate’s decision not to approve the proposed If you are interested in helping with any of fencing on Kingwood Common, the these roles, please call the FISH office any conservators are reviewing alternative weekday morning on 0118 972 3986 or options and welcome genuinely sustain- drop us an e-mail on fishvolunteercen- able management proposals. [email protected]. Phil Clark, Chairman Green Gym volunteers have been busy. Without these regular work parties, the The photograph captures the oldest atten- Live & Let Ride woodland glades would become over- dee, Jane Baird, 98 years young, with grown with scrub. Their contribution to Philip Collings (Hall Chairman) and Ann Get on your bikes on Sunday 11th Septem- our commons’ biodiversity - and beauty Treglown (WI Vice President) cutting the ber for a choice of two routes around the - is invaluable. One volunteer reports cake made by Denise Tyro. beautiful scenic counties of Buckingham- seeing three new species of butterfly on Organised by the Hall Trustees, the event shire, & Oxfordshire. Starting Kingwood this year – including the Sil- was well supported by some of the regular and finishing at Sue Ryder - Nettlebed ver-washed Fritillary. Please join the hall users and the Parish Council. Hospice, make a day of it, passing vil- Green Gym – their sessions are very lages, breathtaking panoramic views of From the feedback I think everyone en- convivial. But if you’d just like to help the Chiltern Hills and beautiful woodland. joyed themselves and look forward to the out occasionally, please let us know! hundred year celebration! The routes are designed to challenge the A new book by www.butterly- rider. For novices choose the 20 mile Tony Treglown conservation.org highlights the decline route but for a real challenge register for in woodland butterflies and moths due to the 60 mile route. Aliquando Choir poor or inappropriate woodland manage- Performance The event is themed Live & Let Ride so ment, and describes how we can help find your inner 007 and Miss Money- these species to thrive. It is packed with David Butler, Gary Magill and Ian Heriot, penny and dress to impress to be in with information and excellent pictures. members of All Saints’ Church Choir, will the chance to win the fancy dress prize. be singing in the performance of Rossini’s You can contact us by email to Petite Messe Solonelle at St Mary’s The James Bond theme is due to Ian [email protected] or phone Church, Henley on Saturday, 24th Septem- Fleming, author of the James Bond nov- 01491 641199 or via our website ber at 19.30 in aid of Thames Valley and els. His grandfather Robert Fleming built www.nettlebed-commons.org Chiltern Air Ambulance Trust. Tickets the wonderful building that is now Sue Elizabeth Smeeton, £12 (under-16s free) from Ian Heriot, Ryder - Nettlebed Hospice. Clerk to the Conservators 01491 629254 or e-mail [email protected] All competitors are asked to try and raise a minimum sponsorship of £120, which This page sponsored by will pay for a nurse for a day. Pre- registration costs are: 60 miles £15 and 20 TANDOORI miles £10. Registration on the day will cost £5 extra per person. No under-14s Connoisseur please. Register at www.sueryder.org/ rideforryderreading, e-mail fundrais- An Emporium of Indian Cuisine [email protected] or contact Fully Air-conditioned Open 7 days a week, including bank holidays 01491 641070. Take-away menu - prompt service Vicki Collins 21 Wood Lane, Sonning Common - Phone: 0118 972 3104/1054 Page 7

Health Walks Community Spirit Police News We often think about going out for a walk Following our article on Peppard War So far for the month of August there have during the summer evenings when it is Memorial Hall in the summer issue, we been no reported crimes in the Peppard lighter and warmer, but find we have too were contacted by a generous, commu- area. During July, one person was arrested many demands on our time – gardening, nity spirited lady from Shiplake Bottom. for drug possession. day trips, holidays or even sitting in the Helen Tampsett, who runs an interior In June there were five reported incidents, sun enjoying a drink or BBQ! design business and responded to the one burglary, one theft of a child’s Now with Autumn arriving and opportuni- Hall’s request for help by generously scooter, one act of criminal damage, a ties to get out lessening, it is a good time donating the material for new hall cur- domestic issue and report of a dangerous to get out walking. The Health Walks tains. Helen said: ‘Although like many dog. Each incident has been thoroughly have a new programme with free daily businesses at the moment we are not in a investigated and either has no further lines walks throughout the year. Do come and position to give large sums of money to of enquiry to follow or has been resolved. enjoy the beautiful countryside. Walks local causes, I was able to provide new The Neighbourhood Policing team is are graded by distance, terrain and stiles to curtains for the hall with the help of looking at increasing Neighbourhood help you judge which are suitable for your Peppard WI. I happened to have a large Watch Co-ordinators in the Peppard area fitness level. We have two trained leaders roll of very attractive and suitable cur- so if you would like a little more informa- on every walk, one to accompany the tain fabric, and was pleased to supply tion regarding this or would like to be- faster walkers and the other to bring up the linings and sundries to make up the come a member please contact PC Bar- the rear with the slowest walker. curtains at cost price. Four ladies were bara Taylor on 08458 505 505 Our new timetable is available from the happy to come to our workshops in Health Centre, the Library or the Herb Hambleden to make up the curtains, Peppard War whilst receiving two days’ expert tuition Farm or from our website: Memorial Hall www.sonningcommonhealthwalks.co.uk/ in professional curtain making. Hope- timetable fully everyone benefits and I am cer- The pace of improvements has speeded up tainly delighted to be able to help.’ in the last months with light at the end of If you would like more information please What Helen did not say was that fabric the tunnel of the planned schedule of contact me on 0118 924 2515. renovations. The replacement windows Chris Brook donations were also made to Greys Court for use in making the Lady Brun- and doors have much improved the ap- pearance of the hall inside and out. The Library News ner quilt and to the Peppard Mother and Toddler Group for their handicraft work. next step, to refurbish the interior is now On 12th September there is to be another on the point of completion. The hall is public meeting about the library in Son- being repainted inside and the toilets ning Common Village Hall at 19.30, should be done in the near future. This where you can express your feelings to will make the hall one of the most attrac- councillors. Please support it if you can. tive in the area. The public consultation on the Oxford- The Parish Council has been very suppor- shire Library Service is due to end on 30th tive since a representative has joined the September. If you haven’t already done committee. There have been some dona- so, please go to www.oxfordshire.gov.uk tions and grants, but in general all the and fill in the consultation form online, or decorating has been covered by hall funds. pick up a paper form from the library. This means that some serious fund raising There is also a simplified form for chil- will be necessary in the next year to make dren to say what they think too. sure the hall continues to be financially Rosemary Dunstan viable. New bookings to use the hall are always Dates for Your Diary From left: Maureen Alan-Smith (WI), Pamela needed and ideas to raise funds will be The next Peppard Revels on the Common Collings (wife of Philip), Helen, Jill Kendall welcome. Why not make use of this your (Chiltern Players) and Ann Treglown (WI) will be on Saturday 2nd June - 4th Monday hall for your parties and functions? Con- tact Maggie Brakspear on 0118 9724751 June 2012. For more information about Helen’s There will be a programme of events over work visit: www.act1.biz. to make a booking. th three days. We’ll be needing people to enter Thank you, Helen, for your generosity, The tea party to mark the 90 birthday of teams to participate in the Peppard Olym- which has saved the hall a lot of money. the Hall was a truly memorable occasion. Jill Kendall pics! More information on the website Tony Treglown www.peppardrevels.org.uk Page 8 Our Churches

Rector: Revd Canon Graham Foulis Brown 0118 972 3987 Going for Gold Again All Saints’ Asst. Priest: Revd Barry Olsen 0118 924 2812 The team from All Saints’ has done ex- Church of England ceptionally well in previous years raising

Churchwardens: Adrienne Heriot 01491 629254 an outstanding sum for the Oxfordshire www.allsaintspeppard.org.uk Toby Greenwood 0118 972 2861 Historic Churches Trust Ride or Stride Lean on me and Tom Collins played and they are gearing up to have another go From the Rectory this year. The event will take place on Chopin. th I write this following the wedding of Grai- Saturday 10 September and those taking And, of course, the bride was beautiful! hagh Crawshaw and Matt Sadler at All part are already planning their routes. All Saints’ Church on a beautiful day. It Part of the privilege of living in Peppard they need is our support in sponsorship for means a great deal when, as in the case of is having a wonderful, ancient church this really worthwhile event. The money Graihagh, the bride and her family have set in beautifully maintained grounds. raised goes towards the repair and upkeep contributed so much to the life of the par- Do value it and use it. of many churches which are urgently in ish. (I look forward to another Church Barry Olsen need of help. Please do support gener- family wedding in September – that of ously! To take part either as a team mem- Anna Howles and Peter Hewitt.) St Birinus ber, or as a sponsor, please contact Ian Several things stood out for me; Keith Atkinson and Ian Fraser were ad- Fraser - 01491 629631. The bride’s mother read from Anne Mor- mitted to the Fellowship of St Birinus by th Appeals Come and Go row Lindbergh’s Gift from the Sea. ‘The the Bishop of Dorchester on 17 July. only real security is not in owning or pos- Their fellowship comes in recognition of A piece in the July Parish Magazine from sessing, not in demanding or expecting, services given to the community and the Bishop Victoria of New Zealand reminds not in hoping, even. Security in a relation- church, including many years service to us that the people of Christchurch are still ship lies neither in looking back to what the church choir and RSCM in Oxford- struggling to get to grips with the effects was in nostalgia, nor forward to what shire plus outstanding maintenance of of the earthquakes and rebuild their lives. might be in dread or anticipation, but liv- the churchyard and driving of the FISH Hard on the heels of this is the crisis in ing in the present relationship and accept- bus. The very enjoyable service was Eastern Africa. It can be difficult to know ing it as it is now. Relationships must be attended by an appreciative contingent how to respond. For anyone who has not like islands, one must accept them for from Peppard. donated to these appeals and would like what they are here and now, within their to, do consider donating via Disaster limits - islands, surrounded and inter- Harvest Thanksgiving Emergency Committee, who are well rupted by the sea, and continually visited th placed to send the funds direct to where This will be celebrated this year on 25 they are needed. One can donate on line and abandoned by the tides.’ The bride- September with the Sunday Club per- groom’s mother had also written a poem or at any bank or post office as well as forming a short play during the 10.30 through more usual channels. for the couple. morning service. A Harvest Lunch fol- Adrienne Heriot The Reverend John Sadler, father of the lowed by entertainment will be held in groom, spoke about the paradox of love. Peppard War Memorial Hall from 12.30. To love is to suffer and not to love is to Tickets will be on sale from Rob Craw- Visiting Pilgrims suffer, yet we cannot do without love. It shaw 0118 972 4362. All friends of All About 60 participants on the Arundel and was love that brought the couple together Saints’ are very welcome to join us. Brighton Diocese Ecumenical pilgrimage and love brought us all together to cele- visited All Saints' on 17th August. Their brate with them. Confirmation 15 day walk, mainly on footpaths, from We sang stirring hymns. The very talented London to Birmingham, focussing on the On 9th October at 10.30 the Bishop of Crawshaw family choir sang Fauré’s Can- life of Cardinal John Henry Newman, Dorchester will be present at All Saints’ th tique de Jean Racine and Bill Withers’ started on 13 August. The walkers vis- for a service of Confirmation. iterd several other churches in the area. Allen Harris PEMBROKE GLASS

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sion indeed. But it all goes to show how within the ordinary. Often, when Jesus St Michael’s Catholic Church our language is often found to be inade- attempts to explain to us what the King- Fr. Robert Devaney 0118 972 3418 quate for expressing and describing dom of God is like, He uses parables and Revd Francis Andrews 0118 972 2354 without ambiguity or confusion. these describe something crucially impor- e-mail: [email protected] So, how do we, if we’re Christian, cope tant about the kingdom He is describing. with the ordinary in our lives; do we That is, the kingdom is not out there Coping with the Ordinary dread it or thank God for it? For some of somewhere far away in time and space, but right here under our very noses. It always strikes me, at this stage of the us the pattern of our daily or weekly Whether it’s Jesus’ description of some- year, how we seem to settle down to refer- lives can provide us with a security – a one finding treasure buried in a field, or a ring to our time as ‘ordinary’ time. And feeling that all is well and that what we merchant finding a pearl of great price, this has always been the tradition within expect will happen one day will be such descriptions lead us to recognising our Catholic liturgy. In between our cele- pretty much similar to what happened the extraordinary that lies underneath the brations of Christmas and Easter, what we the day before. After all, this enables us ordinary. As Christians, we know the refer to as the weeks of Christmastide and to plan. Yet for others, the search for the treasure is there but we need to persist in Eastertide, we have ordinary time. A dic- extraordinary is what gives the ‘zest for prayer that we may glimpse this treasure tionary definition of ‘ordinary’ gives us a life’; the impetus for striving after the more clearly and truly believe that God’s description such as ‘no exceptional ability, new and unfamiliar. kingdom is at hand – extraordinary in- degree or quality’, ‘inferior quality’, It should probably come as no surprise deed. ‘second rate’. And in the Catholic Church to understand our Christian faith as a we refer to our local bishop as our vocation to hold things in balance; to Fr. Robert Devaney ‘ordinary’; at first glance, an odd expres- finding and living with the extraordinary

King George VI called for a National umph of evil is that good men should Revd Barry Kirk Day of Prayer. Gardner then raises the stand by and do nothing’. Is it now time 0118 972 4519 question: ‘What is wrong with Britain for us all to ‘sound the Trumpet for Brit- www.springwater.org.uk today?’ The news headlines in the last ain’ and rediscover our God given heri- few weeks would answer that for him. tage? The nation has been shocked by the re- September sees the start of a new season The world is in a sorry state, but we do cent exposure in a number of our main of activity at Springwater, accompanied not have to look beyond our own shores to cities of a spirit of greed, selfishness, by an update for our branding across lit- recognise the effects of ‘man’s inhuman- vandalism and lack of respect for au- erature and web site and including new ity to man’ in the riots on the streets. thority and other people’s property signage and plans to give the building a I have just been reading a fascinating (compare 2 Timothy ch 3). What politi- facelift. For those interested in discover- book The Trumpet sounds for Britain by cians and other leaders are now recom- ing more about Christianity in a relaxed David Gardner. Although he died in 2002, mending is a return to those original atmosphere, an Alpha Course will be run Gardner’s central message, calling the Christian and family values – the quali- weekly in the evening from Wednesday people of Britain to remember their Chris- ties mentioned by Paul in his letter to the 28th September, with an informal introduc- tian heritage and to turn back to Godly Galatians ch 5 which include love, tory Alpha supper on Saturday, 17th Sep- principles of living, is very relevant today. peace, patience, kindness, faithfulness tember. He shows how, throughout history, this and self control. Wouldn’t we all be The popular Cradle Club and Ark morn- country has been blessed by having a happier in such a world? Of course it is ings start again on 12th and 14th/16th Sep- Christian foundation from the earliest a small minority spearheading the may- tember. Regular church services and chil- times, citing the great pivot points of sur- hem in our cities and we might well ask dren’s programmes are held every Sunday vival – King Alfred and the Vikings, the how this affects us in this attractive area at 10.30. Full details from the office 0118 defeat of the Spanish Armada, Dunkirk, in which we live. But, to quote Edmund 972 4519. the battles of Britain and Alamein when Burke, ‘All that is necessary for the tri- Chris Mills

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Our meetings always start at 14.30 on the sec- Peppard Bowls Club will be holding the Football Stars! ond Wednesday of each month. last Club event of the 2011 season on Sun- Rotherfield United starts training Under th Di Ducker (President) 0118 946 1381 day 18 September - when all members 5's on Saturday mornings, 9.30-10.30 are welcome to come and enjoy an after- from 27th August. The sessions are a Circle Dancing noon in the fresh air with convivial com- gentle introduction to the 'beautiful As the year moves along so we change the pany in a Spoon Drive. The previous game' and have an emphasis on fun foot- weekend, 10th September, will see the dances we do. From the summer themed ball related games. The U5 sessions will ones like Summer Wine we move to Har- finals of the Club Competitions. Follow- initially be run by Andy Davies, an ex- ing a well attended Open Day in April, a vest Queen and Faithful Moon, and it perienced qualified football coach. The won’t be long before it’s time for Seasons dozen new members were welcomed this U5 training is suitable for any boy or season, some are already playing in of Mists and Mellow Fruitfulness. The girl who is starting in reception year this name suggests slow dreamy tunes, but for matches. The Club has had mixed fortunes September. in the Manchester Unity League and those who like something more lively We also welcomes enquiries from any Plomer Cup; and has enjoyed many there’s the Russian Green Rye or an Is- other interested players. For fur- friendly fixtures both home and away. raeli dance of celebration. Why not be ther information, please e-mail Rother- Thanks to the ‘green team’ the green has tempted by these titles and come and ex- field United via [email protected] played very well throughout the season. perience for yourself the special sense of Some 22 teams from the local area took Andy Davies peace and harmony engendered by Circle part in the very popular annual Gala Day Dance? in August and members have taken part in Peppard WI Every first Sunday of the month at Christ County matches - results of which will be Hooray! We had a sunny day for our the King Hall, 15.30–17.00. First time free announced later. The AGM will be held in Garden Meeting. Now members are and that includes tea and biscuits! For September and the last date for the year is looking forward to our monthly get to- more information telephone the Annual Dinner, held at Badgemore in gethers and some very interesting speak- 01491 874220. November. The date of the 2012 Open ers. We will be having a talk from Kate Ros Jennings Day will be announced in the spring edi- Bradford on 14th September, Make the tion of Peppard ews. most of your Memory, which I think Wyfold RDA Betty Freeman many members will find interesting and th This summer we ran a very successful In- on 12 October we have our Harvest House Dressage competition. Many of our Peppard Tennis Club Lunch. This was a great success last riders took part and it was wonderful to Although the nights are drawing in, we at year; delicious baked potatoes with sev- see how determined they were to learn the Peppard Tennis Club continue eral different fillings and some really test and practise the finer points. It is good to play under floodlights throughout the scrummy puddings enjoyed by all. for everyone to have a new and specific Autumn and Winter on Tuesdays and It is great to get together with friends target to focus on and a great deal of fun Thursdays starting at 18.30. We also have and that is what the WI is all about. I was had in the process. Very many thanks an extensive Junior programme running know when I moved to this area 12 to our judge Annette Allport who was so during this period, so if any one would years ago I needed to meet people of my generous in giving her time to help. like some more information please phone own age, (No, I am not that old). The For the Handy Pony course in the grass our head coach, Sam Clothier, for WI proved to be ideal and, with the in- arena, people have been quite ingenious in details, on 07540 724400. We are situated teresting speakers we get each month, setting various tasks for the riders to com- behind the Red Lion Pub on Peppard very enjoyable also. We all relax and plete and many rosettes have been won. Common through the small gate and up make the most of our monthly meetings. Sadly the picnic ride for the Ferry Hink- the path. We look forward to seeing you. On 9th November we have The Ambush sey Group from Oxford was rained off but Kim Fry, Secretary was closed for Lunch by Nick Brazil. generally we have had a good summer. Wonder what that is all about. If you 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

Rotherfield Peppard Educational Trust Auto Services Mike Farina Fund for support of educational activities Servicing, repairs and welding for all makes of vehicles The Trust supports educational activities undertaken by under twenty- fives from Peppard. It can help with purchase of books, educational 21 Sedgewell Road, Sonning Common visits, special projects, and the like. If you may be eligible, or know of Telephone: 0118 972 4036 others who may wish to apply, please give us a call. MOT tests arranged Robin Howles (0118 972 3528) or Sylvia Overbury (01491 628 245) Page 11 Reader’s Letter 1st Peppard Guides Guides pack. We welcome four new Brownies to our pack and look forward We have had a fantastic first term! Our to many adventures. Dear Mr Treglown, last meeting was spent at Longridge in Anglia Region, which includes us, cele- re: Peppard War Memorial Hall Marlow where we went out in a bell boat, brates its 40th birthday this year, so we caused some trouble and then got thor- It was so nice to read your last Peppard hope to complete a badge all about our oughly soaked jumping in the river! Five ews. It brought back many happy memo- local area. girls took their promise as a Guide and ries for me. then were splashed by the rest of the unit Should you be interested in putting your In December 1973 my husband and I used st in celebration! Finished off by some daughter’s name on the waiting list, the Hall for my son’s ‘21 Birthday’ and beautiful home-made cakes we all went please contact me on 0118 9723206. in March 1975 we hired the Hall again for home wet but very happy! Next term we Jess Higson a daughter’s wedding. At this time we are looking forward to getting to know our didn’t have what we called a proper vil- new members and planning our next ad- Peppard Revels Film Club lage hall but when another daughter mar- ventures! The film club starts again in the autumn ried we had a new village hall (Sonning at Peppard War Memorial Hall at 19.15: Common) and it was the first wedding st reception held there. Chiltern Players • Friday 21 October - Captain Corelli’s Mandolin Also reading about Molly Lindlaw’s For one night only Chiltern Players are mother (Mrs Beeton) brought more • Friday 25th November - Tea with presenting Playing on The Radio, an eve- memories as when I was expecting my Mussolini ning of staged play readings on Friday 9th first baby (Christmas 1951) she made us a September at 20.00 at Peppard Memorial Before the first film we’ll be asking you lovely Christmas cake. My baby arrived Hall. It will feature two plays. The first is to vote for films you’d like next year. 22nd December and that cake was so Sentenced by in-house playwright Jane John Hasler lovely sitting in the middle of our table. Brough. The second is Lunch Hour a one You have to realise that food rationing act play by John Mortimer. Tickets are £5 Chiltern Edge was still on then and people just couldn’t each on sale at Occasions, Wood Lane, Horticultural Society make those luxury things. Sonning Common, from Carol Evans The Society is holding its 52nd Autumn My late husband and I are both local peo- 0118 972 3628 or on the door. Show on Saturday 3rd September at ple, born in this district. In fact my late Carol Evans Chiltern Edge School from 14.30-16.30 husband was born at Kingwood Farm For full details of show categories, entry which was where the sanatorium was later nd 2 Kidmore End Brownies conditions, prizes and trophies please built all around the farm. The Brownies worked on their environ- contact Mike Wheeler (Hon. Show Sec- I hope you don’t mind me writing this ment badge during last term. They raised retary) on 0118 972 4386 or see letter but reading Peppard ews sent me money for the Orang-utan Foundation, www.PeppardNews.co.uk down ‘Memory Lane’. which they presented to the organisation Yours sincerely, on the last week of term. We had a won- A Change of President Sheila Hayward derful talk from the Foundation, with lots Chris Bergmann has become President of photos of the great apes, which the girls of the Goring, Woodcote & District Li- really seemed to enjoy. They had used all ons Club. During the year the club has ote from the Editor: their imagination to raise funds and en- raised over £15,900 for local charities as joyed selling cakes, doing odd jobs and well as contributing to funds for disaster Far from minding, we were absolutely selling home grown produce! They raised relief outside the UK. For details of delighted to receive Mrs Hayward’s letter. £158, which is a great total. membership and future fundraising pro- We very much welcome this and any other In September we say good bye to four jects phone 0845 833 9837, e-mail letters that we receive. girls and wish them lots of fun in the new [email protected] or visit www.lions.org.uk. Computer Problems? Is your PC misbehaving? Fault Diagnosis, Maintenance & Upgrades, Broadband, Networking, Data Recovery & Migration, Virus Cleaning, and much more. Phone Robin Piercey at Influential Computers on 01491 680036, or visit www.influentialcomputers.com. Everything you need for your pets and wild birds Food & Accessories Friendly personal service with lots of parking Southlea House, Blounts Court Road Sonning Common Tel: 0118 924 2747 (Just at the top of Gravel Hill) Page 12 Peppard Diary

SEPTEMBER Thu 1 Green Gym/Greys Court/09.30-12.30/01189723528 Sun 2 Circle Dancing/Christ the King/15.30-17.00 Sat 3 Hort Soc Autumn Show/Chiltern Edge/14.30 Mon 3 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Sun 4 Feed the Children 10K Run/Registration 09.30 FISH Garden Centre/Details FISH office Rotherfield Greys Fete/Greys Court/14.00-16.00 Mon 10 RPPC Meeting 19.30/Planning 21.30/Pavilion Circle Dancing/Christ the King/15.30-17.00 Wed 12 WI/Harvest Lunch/Mem Hall Mon 5 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Hort Soc/Planting for Winter colour/Mem Hall/19.30 FISH Garden Centre/Details FISH office Thu 13 FISH Pub Lunch/11.30/Details FISH office Tue 6 Peppard Toddler Group term starts/09.45/Mem. Hall Mon 17 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Wed 7 Peppard Primary School term starts Wed 19 Peppard Lunch Club/Mem Hall/12.00/01189722808 Thu 8 FISH Pub Lunch/11.30/Details FISH office Friends of Commons Meeting Fri 9 Chiltern Players/Playing on the Radio/Mem.Hall/20.00 Thu 20 FISH/Basildon Park visit/Details FISH office Sat 10 Greys Ct/Heritage Open Day/11.00-17.00/Free entry Fri 21 Revels Film Club/Ct Corelli’s Mandolin/Mem Hall/19.15 Bowls Club Competition Finals Sat 22 RPPC Planning Meeting/Pavilion/10.00 Sun 11 Sue Ryder Bike Ride/Ride for Ryder Sun 23 Greys Court Guided Walks/also 26th,27th/01491628529 Mon 12 Springwater Cradle Club/Term starts/01189724519 Mon 24 Peppard School Half Term week starts Public Meeting re Library/SC Village Hall/19.30 Sat 29 Greys Ct/Pumpkin Carving/10.00/To book 08442491895 RPPC Meeting 19.30/Planning 21.30/Pavilion Mon 31 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Tue 13 FISH Mystery Tea Tour/Details FISH office OVEMBER Wed 14 WI/Make the most of your memory/Mem.Hall/14.30 Thu 3 SC Soc/Family Tree Research/SC Library/19.30 Sat 17 Springwater Church/Intro Alpha Supper/01189724519 Sun 6 Circle Dancing/Christ the King/15.30-17.00 Sun 18 Challenge Henley Triathlon Mon 7 FISH Garden Centre/Details FISH office Bowls Club end of season event/Spoon Drive Tue 8 Hort Soc/Undercover work/John Negus/ Mem Hall/19.30 Mon 19 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Wed 9 WI/The Ambush was closed for lunch/Mem Hall/14.30 Tue 20 FISH National Trust visit/Details FISH office Thu 10 FISH Pub Lunch/11.30/Details FISH office Wed 21 Peppard Lunch Club/Mem Hall/12.00/01189722808 Mon 14 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Sat 24 RPPC Planning Meeting/Pavilion/1000. RPPC Meeting 19.30/Planning 21.30/Pavilion 24 St Mary’s Henley/Rossini Petite Messe Solonelle/19.30 Wed 16 Peppard Lunch Club/Mem Hall/12.00/01189722808 Sun 25 All Saints’ Harvest Thanksgiving Fri 25 Revels Film Club/Tea with Mussolini/Mem Hall/19.15 Wed 28 Peppard School Harvest Festival/All Saints’/09.15 Sat 26 RPPC Planning Meeting/Pavilion/10.00 OCTOBER Mon 28 Mobile Library/Peppard School/11.45-11.55 Sat 1 Greys Court/Apple Day/12.00-16.30 FISH Office: 0118 9723986 (Mon-Fri, 09.30-11.30) Peppard Bowls: Mon & Thurs 14.00 – 16.00 (0118 924 2617) SC & Peppard Table Tennis Club/Mem Hall/Juniors – Mon 17.00//0118 9463191 Rotherfield United Football Club/U5s/Sat 09.30-10.30 BROWN BIN COLLECTION SERVICE For GREEN (recycling) and GREY (non-recycling) bins please Month September October November see SODC Calendars, which have been amended for some proper- Date 7th 21st 5th 19th 2nd 16th 30th ties in the Parish. Food waste will be collected weekly. Phone: Brown bin        Garden waste 03000 610610, or see www.southoxon.gov.uk or www.PeppardNews.co.uk CHURCH SERVICES

Sunday Services SEPTEMBER OCTOBER OVEMBER NOTES at All Saints’ 4 11 18 251 2 9 16 23 303 6 13 20 27 1 Harvest Thanksgiving 09.00 Communion              2 Confirmation by Bishop of 10.30 Communion (sung)   2  4  Dorchester 10.30 Matins    5 3 Patronal Festival 10.30 Peppard Praise    4 Benefice Service 10.30 Sunday School   5 Remembrance Service 18.30 Evensong             

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