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The aim of the monthly Life in Buckingham Magazine is to support businesses in order that the local community can flourish. ago! Yet April it is, with those customary showers, Easter eggs in abundance and a definite feeling of Springtime optimism about things. In this month’s magazine, we’re looking at the very important issue of Mental Health – not only how to look after ourselves and others, but fundraising for the charity Mind.

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In total Maxwell won 96 individual age group medals, 40 Gold, 26 Silver and 30 Bronze.

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After 6 weeks of highly competitive swimming the Aylesbury and Buckingham based Maxwell Swim Club’s junior team triumphed at the Oxon and North Buckinghamshire county championship. The junior championship, competed for by 9-13 years old swimmers, was won by Maxwell for the first time since 2012, beating City of Milton Keynes and Oxford into second and third place respectively.

Head coach Noel Horton commented, “I am so proud of all of the swimmers and coaches who have made remarkable progress over the last two years.” Noel also noted that “the success of our county, regional and national level swimmers is matched by fabulous progress at every level of ability within the club. Maxwell swimmers all show great teamwork, hard work and a positive attitude. In this environment success always follows”.

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Spring is finally in evidence as tulips and cherry trees start to bloom but expect the inevitable April showers, says Buckingham Garden Centre’s Chris Day. SOW half hardy annuals such as Calendula (pictured), Cornflower, Larkspur, Lavatera, Nasturtium and Virginia Stock directly into well-prepared soil in a sunny border. Sow thinly in drills 1.25cm (1/2in) deep.

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Drop-in Classes at for all levels: £6:50 Lacehill Sports & Community Centre, MK187RR. Tues: 7pm; Weds 7pm & 8:15pm julia@buckingham-yoga.co.uk Sunday/Wednesday Morning Every Sunday morning the Swan Wheelers have bicycle rides for all abilities. Starting from The Swan Pool 08-45 & Wednesday 9.15am www.swanwheelers.bike/ or, follow us on facebook

Monday mornings Hatha yoga with Eva

Monday 9.30-11am: Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre.

Term time classes, beginners welcome.

Contact: 07970 659952, eva@evayoga.co.uk, www.evayoga.co.uk Every Monday, Tuesday &Thursday Buckingham & Stowe Running Club. Please see our website for more information www.buckinghamrunningclub.com or email buckinghamrunningclub@hotmail.co.uk Every Monday Evening SCUBA diving with Stowe Sub Aqua Club, see the web for more information. StoweSubAqua.co.uk Men in Sheds Buckingham Meet every Tuesday (10am to 1pm) Thursday (10am to 2pm) and Friday (10am to 2pm) We meet in our workshop behind the Cote at the Woolpack in Well Street, Buckingham email: buckmshed@btinternet.com Self Defence Classes Every Wednesday Maids Moreton School. Kids and Teens 6.00 Adults 7.00 cskravmaga@sky.com 07526629955 Alternate Wednesdays ‘Just Friends’ social club for single people aged roughly 45 - 70+ Meet 8.00pm Villiers hotel lounge Walks, theatre, eating out & much more. justfriends2004@gmail.com

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Second Wednesday of the Month (excluding August and December) Maids Moreton WI Ladies, think you know the WI, think again! Come and see for yourself, all women 18+ welcome.

Maids Moreton Village Hall, 7.15 for 7.30.

For more details check our Facebook page or call 01280 812929 North Bucks Carers Support Group Social Mornings at Buckingham Community Centre Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday’s of the month 10 am until 12 noon. Come for a coffee, cake and a chat. Also speakers, demonstrations and outings Contact Ann 07473766365 or 01280 815441 Wednesday evenings Great Horwood Silver Band 7.45pm (training band 7pm) in Great Horwood Village Hall.

All ages and abilities (including beginners) welcome.

Contact name: Sharon Taylor Email : Sharon.taylor@ talktalk.net www.greathorwoodband.com Every Wednesday Bounce and Rhyme for babies and young children in term time 10.30am-11am Knit and Natter Group every Thursday 2pm-3.30pm Reminiscence Coffee morning third Thursday of every month 1.30am-11pm Learn My Way one to one computer sessions for complete beginners at times to suit the learners Family History sessions. One to one help in tracing your family history at times to suit the customer Every Second Wednesday of the month

The local National Trust supporters’ group meets at The Cruck Barn, Bradwell Abbey MK13 9AP at 7.30 p.m. (£3 for MKNTA members and £5 for non-members).

First Thursday of the Month OPEN HOUSE (part of Community Care North Bucks) Living on you own?

Join us at The Centre, Verney Close, Buckingham.

10.30am - 12.30pm for coffee and cake.

Occasional speakers and trips out 07473766365 Alternate Thursdays The Registrars attend Buckingham Library every Thursday from 10am – 3pm. To book an appointment to register a birth or a death or to book a Notice of Marriage appointment please go online at https://www.buckscc.gov. uk/

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The return of our popular Quiz Night in aid of Cancer Research UK at The Woolpack, Well Street, Buckingham on Friday 3rd April at 7.30pm. Tickets £12.50 to include a 2 course supper, are available from Buckingham Tea Room or telephone 01280 816483.

services/births-deaths-marriages-and-civil-partnerships/ or telephone 01296 395000.’

Third Thursday of the Month Reminiscence coffee morning on the third Thursday of every month 10.30-11.30am . This is free coffee and biscuits for anyone who would like to come in for a chat.

Buckingham Library, Verney Close, Buckingham, MK18 1 JP

Thursday evenings Brackley Morris Men Taster Sessions 8.15pm Brackley CE Junior School, Manor Road Brackley Further details from Stephen Ferneyhough 07764 799947 First Saturday of each month Buckingham Railway Walk Conservation Group 10am in the University Car Park Chandos Road. http://buckinghamrailwaywalk. btck.co.uk/ or https://www.facebook. com/ Railwaywalk

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Buckingham National Women’s Register (NWR) - We are a friendly group of women of all ages who are interested in everything and talk about anything! If the idea of taking part in lively discussions, sharing ideas, meeting other women and making new friends appeals to you, contact the Buckingham Group local organiser, Jane Wardale on 01280 814067, for programme details.

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