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And April’s here at last! After such freezing temperatures at the start of March, it seemed like Winter would never be over – but here we are, enjoying much milder weather, heralding a flurry of activity from Mother Nature! This issue is all about new growth – celebrating new local businesses, delighting to see those long-established names continuing to grow and flourish – as well as rejoicing in the delights of nature in garden, field and hedgerow. Until next time…..
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Brackley Squash Top of Table at Halfway Stage
Brackley 1st team lead division 3 in the Oxfordshire Leagues at the halfway stage of the season winning 5 out of 6 matches. Having easily won division 4 the previous season, the squad was strengthened with the return of former member Alex Bensley and new recruit Ashley Smith. If they can keep the strongest players together they look favourites to take the title and reach division 2, their highest position for some years.
Benefitting from the influx of new members Brackley 2nd team have had plenty of new and experienced players to choose from, and are currently joint second in division 5. It would be a great achievement for the club if both teams were to gain promotion in April to complement their other recent successes in expanding the membership and promoting the
sport in general. After organising a friendly match with Corby at the suggestion of local MP Andrea Leadsom, the club also hosted an under 19 Girls School National semi-final between Oundle and Downe House (Newbury). The latest news from the club is available on Facebook and the website www.brackleysquash. co.uk.
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Plenty to do in April! As ever, the month begins with the pranks and silliness of April Fools’ Day on Sunday 1st – although since this is also Easter Day, the easiest trick to play would be the Easter Egg hunt where the bunny may have forgotten to hide the eggs first…?! Remember, you’re the fool if you play a trick after 12 noon, so get pranking early, and keep it friendly – they might get you next year!
Another well-earned Bank Holiday follows on 2nd, so there’s a little more precious time to share with the family or to spend in the garden. Plenty of local point-to-points take place on Easter Monday, or why not have an active day – trampolining, climbing, biking or swimming? With the school holidays continuing well into the month,
there’s plenty to see and do – with lambing days at local farms, special events for children at National Trust properties, baby animals to meet at farm parks, or my favourite activity of all – pick a sunny day, add a bunch of children, a hastily thrown-together picnic and a lovely long walk – and enjoy! This year, Shakespeare’s Birthday festivities are in full swing ahead of the big day – the main celebration is being held on Saturday 21st, with a carnival parade, Birthday lunch and plenty more, in the Bard’s home town of Stratford-upon-Avon. 23rd April is St George’s Day – celebrating the patron saint of England, a day for pride in being English and the diversity and variety that we all bring. The English flag – the red cross on a white background which is the
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Greatworth is officially “GOOD” Following a recent visit from Ofsted, Greatworth School were very pleased to receive a “Good” rating in overall effectiveness of the school. The head teacher, Lesley Lutas-Brown, who joined the school a year and a half ago received great praise. Ofsted stated “this rapidly improving school is well led. The head teacher is determined that all pupils will achieve the best of their ability” Situated in the heart of a great village community, the school believes that arts and sports are essential in developing resilience, creativity and imagination. Ofsted agreed that “The school’s curriculum enables pupils to develop a wide range of skills. A high proportion of pupils learn to play a musical instrument,
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Do the All Winter long, our bodies have been hidden under layers of cosy clothes; as the only viable alternative to hibernation, we’ve been layering up with warm coats and thick tights, before even venturing outdoors. Then along comes Spring, and it all has to change – as temperatures rise, we have to summon up the courage to reveal our pale limbs and let them see sunlight….. like a butterfly emerging from a chrysalis. I’m the sort of girl who could wear jeans all year round, rather than encounter the great leg debate (is it a tights day, or no tights?) but this year, I’m going to be embracing the Spring Thing – and here are my top tips. • Start gently – by focusing on looking after you. Make time to
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Lark Rise Bike Ride 2018 Sunday May 20th Two years off and after a lot of clamouring we are once again running this evergreen charity event. Its a sponsored cross country ride on quiet lanes and tracks, family friendly and with a longer 40 mile option to challenge regular riders, all in the name of brainstrust.org.uk, a vital organisation that supports those with brain tumours and their families, providing information and local help and get-togethers. Starting and finishing at Mixbury NN13 5RP, at our ancient English Heritage site, the moated Beaumont Castle, you will follow our arrows and discover lovely
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GARDENING THIS MONTH THE GARDEN IN APRIL
March has been pretty wet, at least till the middle of the month, so does that mean we are due a drier mid Spring? That would be handy, and is not going to raise many complaints I am sure. Spring has arrived, sap is rising and we can really get stuck in to those gardening jobs not yet tackled. Last minute pruning and shaping, repositioning plants, splitting herbaceous subjects and, of course, popping down to your local nursery and spending a fortune on lovely stuff!
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Needing a fair bit of room to grow, it may be too large for the smaller garden but there are more compact options and a very tight spot will always fit the flagpole cherry, Prunus Amanagawa.
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It is turning into quite a season for Brackley Town! www.brackleytownfc.com
The midweek FA Trophy replay win sets up a two legged semi-final tie against National League South Wealdstone for the right to contest the 20 May final on the hallowed turf at Wembley! A tense and tight replay against a strong Stockport County side was settled by Shane Byrne’s sensational second half strike, the midfielder’s 7th goal of the campaign and a sure contender for goal of the season. Collecting the ball on the right Byrne turned inside evading the close attentions of the defender and fired in left-footed to find the corner low to the keeper’s right from the edge of the penalty area. “It was a fantastic goal by Shane,” was how Kevin Wilkin described it. “It was a goal worthy of winning the tie. Sometimes you need something special like that.” Wilkin praised The Hatters who were tough opponents who battled
back after an early set-back as Aaron Williams again found the net from Lee Ndlovu’s assist. But Saints found a way to win the tie and now have the semi-final to look forward to. Before then are further league fixtures and vital points to contest. Brackley are third in the league, behind Salford City and Harrogate Town, the long-time front two but with games in hand to narrow the gap. And Saints have a cushion ahead of the chasing pack so are well placed. But Wilkin knows only too well that the season can yet finish not reaching the Trophy final and missing out on the play-offs that is how tough the competition is. “I would love to take this group of players to a Wembley final,” Wilkin said. “But the league is our bread and butter and we have to keep our focus on winning league points. We
are well placed and have a good chance of making the play-offs but we have to keep going.” Like many teams Saints have a very busy period coming up with postponed games to be re-arranged including the matches against Chorley at home and Spennymoor away that were originally scheduled for the semi-final Saturdays. Keep an eye on the website for updates on fixtures. Should Kevin Wilkin’s team reach the final, unlike the FA Cup final, tickets are readily available priced £20 for Non-League Finals day on 20 May when the finals of the Vase and the Trophy are contested back-to-back with the one ticket allowing access to Wembley for both matches - what a day that would be if Brackley Town are one of the finalists! Should the Saints make it, ticket information and travel arrangements will be publicised through the club.
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Every Monday
Short Mat Bowls 7.30 -9.30 Croughton Village Hall first two session free
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“Open Doors” at Greatworth Methodist Church, 10 am to 12 noon. Drop in for refreshments, activities, games, carpet bowls, newspapers and friendly chat. For info call 01295 711082
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MOYLAN SCHOOL of DANCE - RAD at Waynflete Infants School Hall For details contact Gabrielle Butler 01280 706876 or visit www.brackley-dance.co.uk
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Dance School Stepbystep Ballroom and Latin Dancing with Andrzej Mialkowski CHILDREN: 6pm - 6.50pm Beginners ADULTS: 7.pm - 7.50pm Beginners 8.pm - 9pm Improvers Wayneflete Hall, Magdalen College School, Brackley
Every Tuesday from 7 p.m. Every Monday Evening
SCUBA diving with Stowe Sub Aqua Club, see the web for more information. StoweSubAqua.co.uk 16TH APRIL OCEAN DIVER COURSE STARTING The Inner Wheel Club of Brackley meets on the 3rd Monday of the month. Further information from Zoe on 07544983461 Brackley Junior Badminton Club We run every Monday after school at Wodhams hall Magdalen. We cater for beginners and advanced players offering coaching and games play. Anyone interested call Paula on 07507317694. Brackley WI Lively group of ladies ranging from 20yrs -90yrs Meets 2nd Monday of the month 7.30pm WI Hall, Manor Road. New members and Visitors welcome Contact Margaret 07850243737 www.brackleywi.btik.com 34
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Every Tuesday during term time The Brackley Jubilee Choir has changed its rehearsal venue to the Baptist Church, Waynflete Close, Brackley, NN13 6AE. The choir still meets on Tuesday evenings during term time from 7.15 to 9.15 p.m. New members are welcome. There is no audition. We are a mixed adult choir (SATB). New members welcome. Contact Karen Lesniak 01280 706692.
1st Tuesday of the month
(no August meeting) The Brackley and District Flower Club meet at Evenley Village Hall at 7.30pm, demonstrations and workshops every month, see us on Facebook Self Defence Classes every Wednesday at Maids Moreton School. Kids and Teens 6.00 Adults 7.00
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Brackley Wind Ensemble is a lively group of wind players who meet on Wednesday evenings in central Brackley. We are looking for new players Grade 5 standard. No auditions required. For information visit www.bwemusic.co.uk
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Brackley Town Badminton Club. 8 to 10 pm in Winchester House School sports hall. Contact Marcus Lesniak 01280-706692 www.btbc.org.uk
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(term time only) Sing and Sign Baby Signing classes for babies 6 weeks to speaking. Wed mornings at WI Hall, Manor Road, Brackley, Thurs mornings at Evenley Village Hall, Booking is essential contact Helen 07906 055591
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Mixed Club Sessions Brackley Tennis Club, Westminster Road, Brackey. John Leftwich 01280 705717 and Nigel Evans 01280 701740. Rotary Club of Brackley meets every Thursday evening. Further information from www. brackleyrotary.org.uk info@brackleyrotary.org.uk
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BRACKLEY DIPPERS 12 noon until 1.30p.m. We are a club for adults with physical problems that meets at
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Every Third Thursday of the month Brackley Inbetweeners Group is a ladies group that meets on the third Thursday of each month at 7.30pm in the hall adjoining St. Peter’s church in Old Town, Brackley. Our aim is to make new firneds and have new experiences. For more information please email brackleyinbetweenersgroup@gmail.com
Every Sunday
Brackley Nova Cycling group start at Brackley Leisure Centre at 09:00 ww.brackleynovacycling.co.uk Rotary Club of Brackley meets every Thursday evening. Further information from www. brackleyrotary.org.uk info@brackleyrotary.org.uk
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GCBB Residence Gig
Concessions: 15 & Under, 65 & Over and Members of the Bowls Club
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MD: L. Smith Ft. Chris Filbey & Natasha Thompson
Brackley & District U3A Learn, Laugh and Live Are you retired or semi-retired? Come along and learn something new and make new friends Brackley Methodist Church 19th April 2018 at 10 am – 12 noon Speaker: David Price “The Story of the French Cancan” Amazing facts about the art of the French Cancan - beginning with male dancers! Refreshments included Visitors Welcome £2 Further information about our meetings and groups can be found on our website, Brackley U3A, or call 07444363494
Could you help a child to read? ARCh (Assisted Reading for Children) is a local registered charity which operates in Brackley primary schools to help children who are struggling with reading. Could you help a child and change their life forever? All it takes is one and a half hours twice a week during the school day as an ARCh volunteer in a primary school near you! You don’t need any qualifications, just patience, enthusiasm and kindness. We have schools waiting for volunteers. Full training is given and we provide ongoing support and reimburse travel expenses.
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Beginner Taoist Tai Chi TM Classes:
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