SEPTEMBERMAY 2017 2017 NUMBER 597 NUMBER 601

Appleton Society and visiting friends as well as handbell tune and change For hundreds of years the bells of St ringing. Laurence have rung out – to call the faithful to worship, celebrate Among those first Appleton ringers marriages, ring in the New Year and was Alfred White, (my great, great in remembrance - and the bells of grandfather). Through him the Appleton are steeped in tradition. Appleton bells were augmented to ‘March 4th Day’ is the “birthday “of the eight in 1854 and later to ten. The bells and since 1818 it has been small roof on top of the tower was celebrated every year. The story of its added in 1861 to make room for the origins is fascinating. extra bells, which hang on an upper The 1552 inventories show Appleton frame. Amongst the 519 peals rung Church as having three bells which since 1855 are many which were remained, in the tower until 1817. record lengths at the time. They In the land enclosures of 1815 the include 21,363 changes of Stedman then lord of the Manor Robert Caters rung in 12 hours and 25 Southby, took more land than he was minutes in 1922; 16,271 changes of entitled to. There was considerable Grandsire Caters rung in 1932 and resentment in the village and many of 22,899 Stedman Caters in 1978. Southby’s own farm workers downed Alfred founded the Bell hangers tools because the common land upon company - White’s of Appleton in which they had freely grazed their 1824. He was innkeeper at “The animals had been enclosed. There Greyhound”, Besselsleigh where he were even rumours of an impending also ran a bakery, the village shop and riot! a forge. One of Alfred’s sons, Frederick took over the running of the As part of the appeasement process Company in 1876. During his working which followed Robert Southby paid life he installed massive new oak bell for the replacement of the existing frames at Christ Church Cathedral and three bells with a new ring of six, cast Merton and Magdalen Colleges in by Thomas Mears of London. Oxford. He moved to The Three The new ring was dedicated on 4th Horseshoes in Appleton circa 1880 March 1818, when the whole village and from there to a newly built was given a public holiday and workshop in the centre of the village. entertained on the village green with The current owners Brian and Diana ale and roasted hog - all at the White are the fifth generation of the expense of Squire Southby. White family to run it. Ringers and friends from a considerable distance have The bells were last restored in 1977, in celebrated the anniversary of that day great part through the generosity of in Appleton every year since, with the Blackwell family who have been peal ringing and a dinner. The patrons and friends of Appleton bells evening’s celebrations include the for many years. Sir Basil Blackwell singing of a song composed by John attended the March 4th dinner for Harding, the village schoolmaster first many years and sang ‘There’s a Hole sung on 4th March 1818. in My Bucket Dear Lisa’ with his Many other ‘traditional’ songs are daughter Penelope. Son Toby, also a performed by members of the 2 great friend of Appleton and its ringers Important Dates later succeeded him in this Bridge Afternoon fundraiser: performance. Wednesday, 27 September

As we approach the 200th anniversary 2:00pm -5:00pm at the Pool House, of this unbroken tradition in March Appleton Manor 2018 we are planning other events Harvest Party: th which we hope will interest many of Harvest Party: Friday 29 September 6:30 you, so watch this space! pm – 9:00 pm at the Barn, South lawn (All profits will be donated to Medic Assist Best wishes, International (Embo). Harvest craft & Cakes: Sunday 1st Oct 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm at Roger Mitty Appleton School. Harvest Festival: Sunday 1st October 10:00am, This service will include a presentation on the latest volunteers trip to Embo with Medic Assist International.

All Age Services Sunday 10th September 10:00 am followed by a picnic. St Laurence Church Pastoral Support We are here to listen and to offer compassionate support. Women’s Breakfasts Please get in touch with: First Saturday of every other month with Lesley on 03330 147018 or various speakers! Lucinda on 01865 864779 2nd September 4th November if you need someone to talk to …with other dates to follow! if you would like someone to visit you at home if you are unwell or recovering from illness 8:30 am - 10:00 am if you have recently lost someone dear to you St Laurence Church or if you are just finding life challenging at the Contact Jennie Revell for more details: moment 863611

Equally, if any of the above applies to a friend or neighbour, please ask their permission and contact us on their behalf. Appleton website is now www.Appleton-eaton.org [email protected]

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Appleton Society of Change Ringers

Recruits: Appleton ringers are CE is an informal and relaxed seven-week looking for new recruits to help ring our church course, suitable for anyone who is wanting to bells. The bells have sounded over the village think through some of life's big questions. You since 1818, when the first 6 bells were given by don’t need to know anything about the Bible, Robert Southby and we no longer have enough and you won’t be asked to pray or sing. You ringers to ring all 10 bells. Most people have can ask any question you like, or you can just the ability to become a good ringer. Great sit and listen. Oh yes – and it is completely physical strength is not required and people of free! all ages from 10 upwards are welcome. Perhaps you used to ring and would consider Whoever you are, whatever you’re thinking, taking it up again? If you think you might be a CE is a great place to explore what life is all little rusty, don't worry! You'll be surprised at about. It might just be the best news you’ve just how quickly and easily you can pick up ever heard. ringing again. If you would like to find out about NEW COURSES STARTING IN EARLY learning to ring then come and see us in the SEPTEMBER. tower between 7.45 pm and 9.00 pm on a Friday evening or contact us by email at To register interest or for further information, [email protected] or phone Michele please contact Revd. Ken on 01865 655737 or Winter on 01865 864289. email Ken at We ring at 9.30 am for the 10.00 am service on [email protected] the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sundays of the month and from 5.30 pm for the 6.00 pm Evensong service on the 1st and 3rd Sundays. Practice night is Friday from 7.30 pm until 9.00 “Tea and Chat” pm and visitors are always welcome then and Every Monday in St. Laurence Church on Sundays. We try to keep the Church 2.30 - 4 pm. calendar updated at http:// Need a lift? www.stlaurenceappleton.org so that you can Ring: Margaret check, if in the unlikely event, practice night 862958 has been cancelled at short notice. Pam 863207 Future Attempted Peals Rosemary 864808

Remembrance Peal:11th November starting at 11.02 (the end of the 2 minutes silence) and will be half-muffled in memory of the fallen. The method will Grandsire Caters and it will be called by Simon Bond. Where peals are on Saturday mornings there Wheelchair is now available to will be no practice at Appleton on the preceding borrow. Apply Jennie Revell Friday evening. 863611 [email protected]

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Polly Birch Who to call

Felicity and Richard, together with Phil and For Service information, Baptisms, Weddings, Ada and our two families, would like to Funerals & Church Building enquiries, please express our sincere thanks for all the letters, contact: cards and messages of love and support, Reverend Ken on 655737 or which we have received from so many in our [email protected] villages following the very sad death of our Remember to visit your Church website at: daughter Polly. These have been immensely www.stlaurenceappleton.org comforting and uplifting as we come to terms with our loss.

Evergreen Club

Thank you The September meeting is in the Village Hall Audrey and Janet would like to thank you all on Friday 8th at 1.30pm. for coming to our cousin Arthur White’s Oliver Hall will give us a humorous talk on funeral. ‘Later life, inheritance tax, pensions and toy Also many thanks to all who helped him boys!’ when he lived in Appleton. Audrey Broughton and Janet Smith Why not bring a new member along to swell our numbers? Home made teas and raffles. Trish Wagstaff Community Café

First Thursday of every month! 7th September 5th October 2nd November At St Laurence Church, Appleton 10:30am – 11:30am Pop in - All Very Welcome!

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Appleton Village Show Sunday 3rd September 2.00 pm

Appleton Village Hall

Prize-winning flowers and veg, flower arranging, photography, handicrafts. Teas and cakes . Grand Auction of produce!

FREE ADMISSION

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NEWS FROM Email: [email protected] Web: www.appletonshop.co.uk Tel: 01865 863191

Opening hours: Shop Takes Student Shop Volunteers on Duke Monday–Friday: 7am–7pm of Edinburgh Award Saturday: 7am–4pm Summer Openning Scheme Sunday: 8.30am–12noon Over the past year, three school Post Office students have volunteered at Monday & Thursday 9am–1pm the shop after school hours. They have helped with such jobs as checking sell by dates, replenishing shelves and serving customers, under the supervision of experienced volunteers. All have enjoyed the MONTHLY TURNOVER experience and we hope to continue taking 2015/16 2016/17 2017/18 May 21,435 19,951 20,267 more students in the future. June 23,407 21,748 22,795 July 24,487 23,878 23,809 Aug 21,479 22,150 Why not come along and spend a couple of Sept 20,524 20,491 hours with one of the other volunteers to see Oct 20,635 20,511 Nov 19,981 19,404 where you could help. Dec 18,393 19,831 We currently need more volunteer help with the Jan 17,434 17,788 Feb 17,916 17,233 following: Mar 19,430 19,656 During holiday periods- people to join the April 18,271 14,742 bank of volunteers willing to help out when a regular volunteer is away. Production of the newspaper lists for the Harvest Time is Here! paperboys and girls - Once a week or Have you tried our Range of Fresh Fruit and fortnightly, in the shop office to assist with the Vegetables? computer work to produce the lists. We have regular deliveries from a local If you would like to know more about supplier to ensure our stock is kept fresh and volunteering, please contact the shop (863191) delicious. or email: [email protected]

Very many thanks To all those who stepped forward when the SOS went out for additional volunteer help for cover during the August holiday period. Volunteers were, as ever, magnificent and all the ‘gaps’ were filled. Thank you – you know who you are!

Make sure you get your ‘Five a Day’!

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Did You Know - Laura’s Home Made Cake from Appleton Comet Minibus Kitchen is now for sale every week day! Service Why not try some with a cup of coffee, tea or Just a reminder that there is a Comet minibus hot chocolate that runs from the village on Mondays and Wednesdays, available to anyone who wants to use it.

The Monday minibus goes from Appleton to Abingdon leaving the village at 10.10 and the return journey departs from Abingdon at 1pm (prompt). Always confirm the pick-up point with the driver.

The Wednesday service runs from Appleton to Oxford leaving Appleton at 10.10 and returning at 1pm (prompt). Again, always confirm the pick-up point with the driver

Take a look at the Community Shop home page Donations on the village website at: We ask that all users make a contribution Shop Website towards the service by donating £2.50 per www.Appleton-eaton.org return journey. There is a money box by the And Follow us on Facebook Post Office Counter in the village shop. www.facebook.com/appletoncommunityshop Thank you for your support

Landscapes of the Norman Conquest Appleton archaeologist and historian Trevor Rowley has been attached to Oxford University's Department for Continuing Education for almost half a century. This autumn he is giving his final lecture series at the university. The lectures, which are on Landscapes of the Norman Conquest, will be held at Rewley House, Wellington Square, Oxford for six Wednesday mornings from Appleton Village Hall October 18th. The lectures are open to Suitable for meetings, parties, dances everyone;further details can be obtained from and wedding receptions. Enquiries email:[email protected] or 01865 863519 or email Tel.01865 270380 [email protected]

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Appleton with [email protected] www.facebook.com/ Eaton Tennis AppletonwithEatonTennisClub/ Club Meriel Lewis 10 September Tournament Finals Day

Everyone is welcome to come along, watch and encourage the players - there will be refreshments on sale throughout the day. The schedule will be sent out via Netcall when it has been arranged. APPLETON W.I. If you would like to join the club, see our page on the village website and download the The September meeting will be held on membership forms. We have lots of Thursday, 21st September at 7.30pm in the opportunities for social and match play - adults village hall. Our speaker is Carol Bunyan who and juniors - we are a friendly bunch so pop will tell us about 40 years in Theatre and T.V. along to any club session and join us! the competition will be something beginning Coaching for adults and juniors restarts in with T. September - all details on our web page on the village website or you can email us Visitors are always welcome at our meetings. [email protected] for The next committee meeting will be on more details. Monday, 4th September at 2pm at Mulberry House, Stanville Road, Cumnor. Club Sessions We have several club sessions where you can We have booked a 5 day holiday in Llandudno meet other members and play informally. Club on April, 21st, 2018. Anyone wishing to join us sessions are open to all members except would be very welcome. If you are interested, where indicated: please phone Ann Biles on 01865 863658. Tuesday Club Session 1.30 - 3.30pm The next pub lunch will be at the Fox at Tuesday Men's Team Practice 7 - 9pm Denchworth on 12th September. Please meet Wednesday Cardio Session 9.30 - 10.30 am there at 12.00 for 12.30. £6 members, £7 non-members - open to all Wednesday Club Session 6 - 9pm May I also remind you about the coach trip to Thursday from 1.30 - 3.30pm Stratford upon Avon on Tuesday, 3rd October. Friday 9.15 - 11am (Ladies Only) Please bring £11 (not £14) to the September Saturday 10am - 12 noon meeting.

Members are reminded that play MUST NOT Elaine Flint continue beyond 9.30pm at any time of the 01865 861838 year and people leaving the court should be quiet and not disturb our neighbours.

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Boring Thursday Volunteer for evenings? Not any Oxfordshire’s Water- more…….. Blitz OX13+ Appleton Volunteers needed for one day only! Schools, Youth Club is back local groups and individuals are invited to take on 14 September – part in the county wide water blitz. Check the water quality of your local stream, pond, ditch 7.30pm in the village or river and help build a water quality picture for hall Oxfordshire. For your free sampling pack register today by emailing OX13 is Appleton’s youth club for young [email protected] people in year 8 and above. subject "Waterblitz" and join in on Monday We meet twice a month during term time, 2nd October. EarthWatch have volunteered to generally in the village hall, but outdoors in handle the data and map all results on their the summer months for tennis, pizza making, global water-hub with the resulting data rounders and BBQs. available to everyone involved. All sorts of activities are on offer – table tennis and pool, karaoke and film nights, plus themed evenings which have included quiz nights, beatboxing, special effects make-up, and multi-sports. All this for just £1.50 per BIN IT, DON'T BLOCK IT! session.

The youth club is entirely volunteer run, but “Everything that goes down your sink, bath, everyone has been DBS (CRB) checked and shower, toilet, washing machine and there’s always a first-aider on call We are dishwasher goes into the same pipe that affiliated to Oxfordshire Youth, an umbrella connects to the sewer.This pipe is only 10cm charitable body that supports volunteer run wide, just big enough for a cricket ball, and youth clubs with advice and activities. If easy to block. Myth busters:- Wet wipes do not you’re interested, please e-mail Alison break down like toilet paper. Even if they say ([email protected]), or 'flushable' they still block pipes and should come along to the first session of the autumn never go down the toilet.- Pouring hot water term at the village hall to find out more. and washing up liquid down the sink won't prevent fat or oils from setting hard in your pipes.”

This information is from a Thames Water leaflet after they responded to a cry for help when loos were not flushing and sinks were gurgling and failing to drain in one area of the village. Their engineers found the main pipe down the road clogged by wet wipes.

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APPLETON CRAFT VISITS : GROUP We go on visits together. So far we have been to The Red House, Kelmscott Manor, The Artweeks Exhibition in Abingdon.  WE HAVE SPACE FOR 2-4 I am currently planning visits to The Knitting & MORE MEMBERS Stitching Show at Alexandra Palace and The Quilting Museum at Newbury.  ALL LEVELS OF ABILITY WELCOME * All Rosie and I ask is that if you could, please let us know on the day or before if possible, if you are Not planning to attend that  WE MEET WEEKLY (8 of morning. us) For further details please contact me : Jenny Mead 01865 596212 / 07825 648 520 /  WE CHAT, WE DRINK [email protected] COFFEE AND EAT CAKE

 WE CRAFT

HOW IT WORKS : Bring something along to do like knitting, sewing, in fact anything crafty. We have an ideas book for you to dip into. Crafts: Carol, tapestry - Janet, knitting - Rosie, cross Solo Ladies stitch, willow basketry - Tian, painting on glassware - Jenny, blanket bag. Everyone who is alone is very welcome to join Demos given from time to time by myself and us at our monthly pub lunch. The other members - just to wet your appetite for September luncheon will be at The Talbot Inn more! near the Toll Bridge at 12:30 on Tuesday 19 VENUES : September. The dates for the next three My house (No 40) & Rosie's (27) Badswell months are: Lane, Appleton. 2 weeks at one house and 2 @ another. Tuesday 19 September- The Talbot Inn near TIMES : Swinford Bridge (toll bridge) THURSDAY MORNINGS - 10 until lunchtime * Thursday 12 October - The Flowing Well, ( As we all lead busy lives, regular Sunningwell attendance is not required ). Friday 13 November SKILLS : We look forward to seeing you on 19 NONE REQUIRED September at The Talbot Inn.

Carol (863759, [email protected] - COST : (new email address) NOTHING ( many of the materials I supply Barbara (863262, too ) All drinks and eats free. We do eat healthy [email protected]) snacks too!

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Bazaar and Table Top PELLMANS Your Local Solicitors Sale • Business and Employment Southmoor Village Hall Law Contracts, Legal Compliance & 10.30 – 12.00 Disputes Saturday 7th October • Property for Tubney Church Buying & Selling Homes, Free Entry Commercial & Agricultural Accessories, Bric-a-brac, Books, Cakes, • Wills, Probate and Trusts Coffee, Gifts, Raffle etc. Tax Planning & Lasting Powers Table Tops available at of Attorney £8.00 each or £15.00 for 2. 01865 884400 Please contact Rosemary Kitto on 01865 www.pellmans.co.uk 390466 or [email protected] for more details. 1 Abbey Street, Eynsham, Witney, Oxford OX29 4TB Home visits and evening appointments The Affordable available Warmth Network

The Affordable Warmth Network (AWN) is a longstanding service working to reduce and Sunday September prevent the number of people in fuel poverty, 17th, and so improve health & well-being. It is 12 noon to 4pm coordinated by the National Energy Foundation and is a network of many other IF YOU GO DOWN TO health and social care orientated THE WOODS TODAY organisations, with a cross-referral YOU ARE SURE OF A mechanism in place to maximise help available to residents. AWN operates across BIG SURPRISE! Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire (excluding The Wood Fest and Jubilee Park Quest Milton Keynes). combine to give you an afternoon of food, If you have an energy related query or want fresh air and fun in Besselsleigh Wood advice on lowering your energy bills while keeping warm contact us today by phone or Look out for more information on posters and email. the Appleton Website free helpline 0800 107 0044 or email us at [email protected]. http://affordablewarmthnetwork.org.uk/

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Crockery and Cutlery There is a large amount of crockery and AdvertiserAdvertiser cutlery kept in the Barn at South Lawn, DeadlineDeadline for forFebruary October issue: issue: Netherton Road. It was given to the village by 12.30, 19th September (19th of the the late Mrs Molly Rose and Mrs Rosemary 12.30, 19th January (19thmonth of theis the monthusual deadline) is the Dick. If you wish to use it at any time please ring 862434 and make a small donation to usual deadline) Appleton Church. Notices for village Please give two weeks notice if you wish to Notices organisationsfor village organisa- borrow any items. It will then be ready for tions collection from the Barn on Tuesday and/or All printed copy to the shop or by email to Friday mornings up to 11a.m. [email protected] printed copy to the shop before or by the email to deadline. Please email if you can! [email protected] before C. Harris theNo deadline. formal payment Please is required email if but you we can!ask for Noa formaldonation payment towards the is runningrequired costs but of we the askAdvertiser: for a donation between towards £5-50 depending the running on the costslength of andthe frequency Advertiser: of entries. between Please £5 try-50 to dependingrestrict your on item the to length half a page and maximum. frequency Appleton Volunteer of Liaiseentries. with Please David Staunton try to restrict to agree your an itemappropriate to half a donation. page maximum. Liaise Transport Scheme with David Staunton agree an appro- priate donation.Advertisements (AVTS) Advertisements provides transport for residents of To book advertising space: Appleton, Eaton, Fyfield and Tubney, Toemail book Wanda advertising Todd: space: [email protected] unable to drive email Wanda Todd: ac- [email protected] Advertising charges per issue themselves, to medical appointments in 2012 Advertising charges per issue Oxford, Botley, Abingdon, Witney. Listing: Listing:30p per word of 3 letters or more and a Call : 0750 3447884 30p per word of 3 letters or more minimum of £3.00 per advert. Mondays 12 noon-1pm and and a minimum of £3.00 per ad- Eachvert. telephone and email address is to Wednesdays 6pm – 7pm count as a word Each telephone and email address isDisplay to count adverts: as a word Display£25 for adverts: a quarter page £25 for a quarter page PleasePlease indicate indicate whetherwhether you you want want (1) a (1) a display advert or (2) a listing. If you EDITOR: David Staunton display advert or (2) a listing. If you want a Homeleigh House, Netherton Road, Appleton, wantlisting a listingthe charge the ischarge made per is wordmade so per please Tel 862505 wordeither so supply please the either text or supplysay how themany text Email: [email protected] or words.say how Note many that payment words. is Note required that in DISTRIBUTION COORDINATOR: Sophie Willis payment is required in advance, and 12 Netherton Rd., Appleton advance, and for long-term adverts we would Email: [email protected] forlike long 3 months-term advertsin advance. we would like 3 ACCOUNTS: Wanda Todd months in advance. Cheques payable to Appleton PCC 12 Badswell Lane, Appleton Cheques payable to Appleton PCC Email: [email protected] and sent to: and sent to: NOTE: This newsletter is also available on the Parish Wanda Todd, 12 Badswell Lane, Appleton website. If you do not wish your item to be displayed Wanda Todd, 12 Badswell Lane, Ap- online, please inform the Editor. All items are included pletonOX13 OX13 5JN 5JN in good faith, and the Appleton with Eaton Advertiser cannot take responsibility for any content.

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Church Services September 2017

ST LAURENCE, APPLETON

Sunday 3rd 8 am Communion Service (BCP) 10 am Communion Service (CW) 6 pm Evensong

Sunday 10th 8 am Communion Service (BCP) 10 am All Age Service

Sunday 17th 10 am Communion Service (CW) 6 pm Evensong

Sunday 24th 10 am Communion Service (CW)

Morning Prayer on Thursday mornings at 9.15 am.

Who to call: For service information, Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals, Church Building enquiries please contact Reverend Ken at Appleton Rectory on 655737 or [email protected]

Church Website: www.stlaurenceappleton.org

(BCP) Book of Common Prayer (CW) Common Worship

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