October's Brackley In Business Magazine

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Distributed to Brackley & Many Surrounding Villages October 2012

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The Genuine

C O N T E N T S Best Area Magazines Ltd Website: www.brackleyinbusiness.co.uk Email: inbusinessmagazines@gmail.com

4 Editor’s Summer Comments 8 Pushy Salesmen? Not With

Office: 0844 6933228 Home: 01386 861478 EDITOR/ARTWORK Mandy Mills ADVERTISING Kate Martin FEATURES EDITOR Jen Oakton EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Chris Swallow, Kate Martin, Kelly Hall

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Welcome to the October edition of Brackley in Business.

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It seems that Autumn has well and truly arrived as there’s been a definite chill in the air in recent mornings.

After the house has been attacked by some high temperatures, some extreme rainfall, and some excited children over the summer months, we’ve been checking around our home to see if any repairs are necessary before winter sets in. Usually our guttering needs a bit of attention and we always get the roof checked over so it’s in tip-top condition before any snow falls. Our boiler gets its annual service this month and we usually hang heavier curtains at our especially draughty windows (must get those looked at as well!). The garden gets a once over too – the furniture is treated and stored away and many of our plants need some sort of attention.

The idea of fitting in all these extra home maintenance jobs is overwhelming to say the least, particularly as we’re as busy as ever right now at In Business magazines (thank you to everyone for your continued support!).

Thankfully, we are lucky to have some fantastic local businesses to help take the pressure off.

Have a flick through this month’s magazine to find someone who can help you. They all come highly recommended!

If you have any events that you wish to promote, please get in touch with us and we’ll happily add the details to our event listing.

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Why not give advertising with us a try? In Business magazines are well respected in this area and we will make sure your advert works hard for you. With free advert design, effective distribution, and superb discounts for six or twelve month bookings, advertising with us represents incredible value. Give Mandy or Kate a call on 0844 6933228 to find out more.

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Health &Beauty

Get Running!

With new enthusiasm for sport generated by the amazing London Olympics, more and more people are taking up running. It’s a great sport to get into – it’s cheap (just the cost of some trainers and something suitable to wear), it’s convenient (you can run almost any place and at any time), and almost anyone can do it!

Starting to run after a long break or for the first time is a tough challenge, both mentally and physically, but the benefits are well worth the effort. Studies have shown that running reduces your chances of getting everything from the common cold to cancer. It’s one of the best aerobic activities you can do so keeps your heart and lungs healthy and is a proven stress reliever. If you need to lose a pound or two, running is a very efficient way to burn calories.

foot type to make sure you can run in comfort and without the risk of injury. Specialist running stores will offer advice and help you find the right running shoes.

Then you’re good to go... well, almost! Before you begin to pound the streets, find a beginner’s running program on the Internet. This will help you to build up your stamina and skills gradually and safely. Try The Couch to 5k Running Plan – you’ll ease into the program with lots of walking and running and will be running 5k (that’s 3 miles) on a regular basis in just two months.

If you need a little more encouragement, contact your local running club. These often hold beginner sessions and the more experienced runners will be more than happy to support you. Before you know it, you’ll be entering your first 5k race!

It’s advisable to have medical checks before you get started, just to be on the safe side. You should also get the right running shoes for your

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Health &Beauty

ActiDerm ‘ActiDerm’ seems to be the word on many local lips at the moment! After a number of women raved about ActiDerm’s Lipo Sculpt Wrap on a Brackley Facebook site, local ActiDerm representatives have been inundated with calls, orders and party bookings.

ActiDerm consultants sell the ActiDerm range of cosmeceuticals; that is cosmetic products that have pharmaceutical properties. From skincare to inch loss treatments and nutriceutical supplements to anti-cellulite gel, ActiDerm products combine established and proven active ingredients to create effective treatments.

In particular, ActiDerm’s Lipo Sculpt Wrap Kit has proven to be a big hit amongst local women (and a few men too!). This treatment can lead to significant inch loss from the targeted areas and can also reduce the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks.

Several women have reported significant inch loss following a Lipo Sculpt Wrap and have shared photos documenting their success.

Local ActiDerm consultant Corma Holmes has been very impressed by the ActiDerm products’ results. ‘Of course, many people are excited by their inch loss with the Lipo Sculpt Wrap,’ she says, ‘but I’ve also seen amazing results with other products including the Lifting Concentrate serum and the Eye and Lip Concentrate, which significantly improves fine lines, puffiness and dark circles under the eyes.’

Corma holds ActiDerm parties in your own home or chosen venue to demonstrate the products and to help you and your friends to find out more about the ActiDerm range of cosmeceuticals. The party host gets a free Lipo Sculpt Wrap or a mini facial at the party and can also select from a range of free gifts.

For further information or to make a booking, call Corma on 01280 704705 or email mrscormaholmes@hotmail.com

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WIN! An ActiDerm Lipo Sculp Wrap Kit worth £32.50!

Give yourself an Autumn mini-makeover by winning our easy-to-enter Competition.

Simply answer the question and ONE lucky reader will have a chance to win a ACTIDERM LIPO SCULP WRAP KIT, perfect for those would like to lose inches for Christmas!

To enter, simply answer the following question: Question: Which of these is another fantastic ActiDerm product?

A: Lifting Concentrate Serum B: Lifting Complicate Serum C. Loft Insulation Serum.

Pop your answer A, B or C together with your name and address to: inbusinessmagazines@gmail.co.uk Or by post to: Best Area Magazines Ltd, 4 Haigh Villas, Throckmorton Road, Lower Moor, Worcestershire, WR10 2PW Tel: 0844 6933228 (Local rate) The closing date for entries is 15th October 2012.

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Health &Beauty

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Health &Beauty

Keeping the Flame Burning Post London 2012 Inspiring our young generation to get in the swim Swimming is hugely popular around the world as a leisure activity and a competitive sport and has featured at every modern Olympic Games.

With our own GB Olympians, gold medalist Jonathon Fox and Bronze medalist Rebecca Adlington leading the forefront in British Swimming, there has never been a better time to get our children in the swim.

The South Northants Leisure Trust is proud to partner the National Plan for Teaching Swimming produced by the Amateur Swimming Association (ASA), the National Governing Body for swimming. The programme is structured to support classes from parent and baby to the elite athlete, and our rising stars of tomorrow.

Your child’s ‘journey through aquatics’ will be enhanced by the ASA programme with

over 250 badges and certificates to achieve, from stroke technique, distance as well as other water based activities such as Water Polo, Synchronized Swimming and Rookie Lifeguard. Our journey together is just beginning.

Our Junior Swimming lesson programme incorporates 45 weeks of lessons, and 52 weeks of Unlimited FREE Swimming for just £18.99* For your FREE introductory lesson and more information on our course programme please contact your preferred Centre www.southnorthantsleisure.com Brackley Leisure – 01280 701787 Brackley Pool – 01280 704906 Towcester Centre for Leisure 01327 322480 www.swimming.org/britishswimming/ *12 month minimum term applies

BRACKLEY TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB We are a U12 Girl’s Football Team who play in the Oxfordshire Girls Football league. We are eager to join up with a local company or business to sponsor us in the buying of tracksuits for the coming season.

The clothing will display front & back the company name & logo and will be worn to & from home/away matches & during training.

If you are interested in supporting us please contact

Team Manager Matt Haley 07900272867 COMMUNITY CHARTER STANDARD CLUB

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Health &Beauty

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Health &Beauty

Go swish!

On Friday 5th October, Brackey Wine Bar and Deli will be hosting their first swishing party.

Swishing is a new craze in ethical shopping with a simple, environmentallyfriendly concept. Basically, all the guests take along at least three quality items of clothing/accessories and swap them for the same number of items from the selection brought by other guests.

This is a fantastic way to empty your wardrobe of clothing you no longer wear and find some new items while enjoying a great night out with friends. It’s also the perfect way to shop – fun, environmentally friendly, and absolutely guilt-free!

The Swishing Party will start at 7pm with a half hour ‘look but don’t touch’ session

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before the items are up for grabs. All rules can be found on the Brackley Wines website www.brackleywines.co.uk.

Tickets for the Swishing Party are available at The Deli and cost £5. This includes a complimentary welcome drink.

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Health &Beauty

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With reference to the Goverments STOPTOBER Campaign to stop smoking. Hypnotherapy may just be the help you need!

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• Tuesday & Thursday 7.30pm @ Bourton Meadow

Buckingham classes: Academy

• Monday & Wednesday 7.30pm @ Winslow C of E School

Winslow classes:

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PSYCHOTHERAPY AND COUNSELLING

PAT THOMPSON

MA in Psychotherapy and Counselling UKCP Registered Psychotherapist, MBACP. •I am a registered Psychotherapist with over 20 years experience, the last 16 years being in private practice in this area.

•I work with a broad range of people from many walks of life including: - Some who are deeply unhappy, without knowing why.

- Some who cannot break out of abusive patterns of behaviour which are damaging to themselves or others.

- Some who are overwhelmed with powerful feelings, thoughts and emotions and cannot make sense of them.

- Some who have lost their way and a sense of who they are.

These different issues show up as:

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Health &Beauty

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Inclusive Design Solutions.

GD Cooper Architectural Services provide a design and planning service producing architectural drawings for planning applications, building control and for general renovations and home adaptions.

I have been involved in the construction industry since leaving school in 1988, when I trained as a plumber. An accident at work 9 years ago left me needing to use a wheelchair and my career had to change direction. A three year degree course in Architectural Technology has allowed me to utilize the wealth of experience built up over the years.

This experience along with a first class degree and two other C.A.D qualifications enables me to approach a client’s project from both a practical and technical perspective.

GD Cooper Architectural Services also provide a specialist design service for elderly and disabled clients needing to adapt their home to better cater for their individual needs. My personal experience of having to adapt my own home to cater for my disability; alongside the qualifications and experience, puts me in a position to not only provide the service that you need but also understand and appreciate the day to day benefits of good design.

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GD Cooper Architectural is uniquely able to offer an inclusive design solution for all.

Customer Recommendation I have recently employed Gary to undertake the drawings for my recent house extension, I found him to be very knowledgeable, extremely efficient and always on hand for help and advice, highly recommend.

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MAKE THAT MOUSE SAVE YOU MONEY! We all know times are a bit tight at the moment.........the kids are back at school, meaning trips, lunch money, uniform, bus passes.

Winter’s coming, so new coats and cuddly duvets......and then we have Christmas to think about!!

from a retailer, to get points for every pound you spend, which you can then convert into cash or gift vouchers.

With a few easy steps, your computer can save you money, and enable you to stretch your budget that little bit further – and here’s how.

• Voucher code sites – HotUKDeals and Vouchercodes.co.uk for example, where members can post great deals or vouchers they spot when they are out shopping or browsing the web, for the benefit of other users.

Discount codes can offer you free delivery, a free gift, or as much as 50% off your purchases at some retailers, just by inputting the codes from one of these sites before submitting your card details.

• Cashback and Points sites – These don’t give you instant discounts, but Quidco, Nectar and similar companies allow you to accrue points worth pounds, just by accessing the websites you wish to buy from through their own site. Sign up to one of these, and follow their instructions when you wish to buy

• Credit cards – choose yours wisely! There is more to a card than its interest rate, particularly if you’re one of the many who settle the balance in full every month, so never pays any interest. Lots of cards have cashback schemes, whereby you can amass points and receive gift vouchers at popular stores.

Some supermarket credit cards give points for all your spending, and double points when you shop in their store, which convert into money off your shopping.

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• Get Auction Site Savvy - you can find the discount departments of most of your High Street favourites on a certain four-letter auction site......you know the one! Many stores, from Argos to Animal, Littlewoods to Laura Ashley, have their own shops on there, selling new goods or reconditioned shop returns, at a fraction of the original prices. Delivery is quick and sometimes even free, and you still have the confidence that ordering from one of the big names brings, without the pricetag.

• Bulk-buying deals. Groupon and other likeminded sites email their members daily, letting them know of national offers and also local ones in their home area. These schemes work by a large number of people all saying ‘I’m in’ to a product at a special discounted price. Once the number of potential buyers reaches a certain threshold, the deal can go ahead, and all the customers get that product for a very substantial saving. 75% discounts are commonplace, as are vouchers for top stores such as BHS, for less than half price.

So as you see, a few clicks with your mouse can save you a fortune. Once you’ve tried these tips, you’ll never go back to shopping without them!

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Local Franchisee wins Award!

Shirley was first introduced to Barking Mad when she was looking to make arrangements for her own dog, Deefer. “I was searching for an alternative to kennels and was really pleased to find a service which provided one to one care, when I was given the opportunity to become involved with Barking Mad” said Shirley. At Barking Mad’s recent annual awards, Shirley claimed the award for “Brand Builder of the Year 2012” which was presented by Managing Director, Lee Dancy. Lee said “Everyone has worked so hard to grow and develop their businesses this year it really was difficult to narrow down a winner. However Shirley has a fantastic attitude and willingness to get involved with new ideas, initiatives, and projects which has contributed to her achieving excellent business growth. From day one she has had great business focus and has worked hard to get Barking Mad well and truly on the map in Northamptonshire and as a dog lover and owner herself, Shirley really does put her heart and soul in to her business.”

Before joining Barking Mad, Shirley worked as a Branch Manager for a large high street bank. “I am now able to combine my love of dogs with running my own business. I really enjoy meeting likeminded people and being able to solve their pet care dilemmas, it gives me a tremendous amount of job satisfaction.

Our customers have complete peace of mind knowing their pets are being cared for in a home environment similar to their own, whilst our host families are able to enjoy all of the benefits of owning a dog but on a part time basis” says Shirley.

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“I am really pleased to win Brand Builder of the Year.

I am passionate about my work and caring for the dogs. I love the fact that Barking Mad offers the best care possible for the dogs in a loving home environment, which is what I have always wanted for Deefer. And the people of Northamptonshire obviously feel the same as I’ve been overwhelmed by the number of people who have enquired about our unique service. After a summer filled with action in the UK, from Jubilee celebrations to the Olympics, it has been a really busy but rewarding few months.”

Barking Mad arranges accommodation for dogs in a genuinely caring environment with select host families, where their existing routines are maintained. Many hosts are retired dog

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lovers who, having owned pets all their lives, do not wish to commit again to the full time responsibility of owning their own dog but miss the companionship.

If you would like to enquire about becoming a host or would like to discuss using our service for your pet, please call straight away.

Shirley Rands can be contacted directly on 01280 700110 or shirley.rands@barkingmad.uk.com

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Police Commissioner Elections Did you know that we will soon be invited to vote in the elections for the first Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) in Northamptonshire?

The PCC will represent the views of the public regarding crime and community safety. The role will effectively give a single person the power to set police force budgets and policing priorities within a specific area as well as hire and fire chief constables.

The Police and Crime Commissioner will be able to commission local services for issues such as community safety, crime reduction and victim support.

A Northamptonshire Police and Crime Panel is also being established. The panel members will evaluate PCC decisions and hold the commissioner to account.

Voting takes place in 42 areas across England and Wales on 15th November. These elections represent the biggest shake up in policing in England and Wales since 1964. The PCC will replace the current police authorities.

As the winning candidate will be in office for 3.5 years, it’s important to make the right choice. To find out more about the candidates, visit www.policeelections.com/candidates/northamptonshire.

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“PONDERISMS of the Month” I used to eat a lot of natural foods until I learned that most people die of natural causes.

Gardening Rule: When weeding, the best way to make sure you are removing a weed and not a valuable plant is to pull on it. If it comes out of the ground easily, it is a valuable plant.

Whenever I feel blue, I start breathing again All of us could take a lesson from the weather. It pays no attention to criticism.

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Student Money Saves Going to university and living on a budget can be hard, especially when the student union bar beckons. However there are some ways to save on the boring stuff so there’s just enough to spend on having fun!

Cooking from scratch and buying in bulk is far cheaper than eating out or buying ready meals. If you can club together with other students to buy and cook food, even better.

Don’t pay more than you need to on your contents insurance – many students are already covered on their parents’ policy. Ask them to check.

The BBC television licence fee can be avoided if you only watch on-demand TV over the Internet (think iplayer etc) as the licence is for watching or recording programs as they are broadcast. If you do buy a licence, you can claim back for the three months you won’t need it over the summer.

Earn and save at the same time by getting a job in a place where you’d normally spend money. If you work in Topshop, you get up to 25% off all Arcadia Group products and Asda employees get 10% off their food purchases for example.

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Written by Chris Swallow Swallow Nursery 01280 847721

T h e G a rd e n i n

October

Briefly glorious

Flower power

A brilliant week in September was much deserved after a pretty miserable summer.

Will we get another fine spell in October?

Time will tell, but surely it is due! However, the plus side of all the rain, has been lush healthy growth everywhere and hopefully brilliant autumn colours to follow.

There are plenty of late flowering plants looking stunning at the moment, with frosts holding off and warm sunshine to enhance the flowers.

Hardy plumbagos are great value with their numerous brilliant blue flowers. As the autumn colour comes on, the combination is superb. These plants can be trimmed back at the end of winter and they will shoot from the base.

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October Japanese anemones are flowering profusely as are many of the lateflowering herbaceous perennials. One hardy geranium in particular is still in flower: Rozanne just goes on and on from July to October with a compact display of pretty blue blooms.

Waving grasses Ornamental grasses are now available in a fantastic variety of species and forms. Many really come into their own at this time of the year, as the late colours intensify and dainty seed heads sway in the lightest breeze.

Certain flowering plants look great when combined, such as cone flowers, or Verbena bonariensis.

Leave the grasses to stand into the

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Written by Chris Swallow Swallow Nursery 01280 847721

winter; some will be cut back by frost and others will look superb with a dusting of ice crystals after a clear night. End of winter, cut back hard for fresh spring foliage and a perfect shape.

October structure, incorporate organic matter at the same time, whether good garden compost, or well rotted manure.

Written by Chris Swallow Swallows Nursery , Mixbury, Nr Brackley.

Kitchen garden A quick reminder to: finish lifting potatoes, pick the last of the runner beans.

Planting for spring can include spring cabbage (don’t forget to net them to keep off the birds) and sowing broad beans.

Finally, it’s the perfect time to dig the soil, to allow winter frosts to break down clods for a fine tilth in the spring. To improve fertility and

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Every Monday (During Term Time) Brackley Male Voice Choir rehearsals at Magdalen College Chapel, High Street, Brackley at 7.30 till 9pm. No auditions only a love of singing required 01280 704149 or visit vwww.brackleymalevoicechoir.org.uk Every Tuesday Dance School Stepbystep Ballroom and Latin Dancing with Andrzej Mialkowski CHILDREN: 5.00pm - 5.50pm Beginners ADULTS: 7.00pm - 7.50pm Beginners Town Hall, Brackley, Northants Every Tuesday from 7 p.m.

Banbury & District Model Railway Club Information on www.BDMRC.com or phone Secretary 01295-252931 Every Wedn & Sunday Evening Mixed Club Sessions Brackley Tennis Club, Westminster Road, Off Buckingham Road, Brackey.

Di Gamble 01280 702571 Tony Worthington 01280 703049 Every Saturday Irish Dancing Classes Brackley Bowling Club Westminster Road Brackley, Northants NN13 7EB Boys & Girls from age 3. 10am-12 All levels welcome.

Call Jackie after 4pm on 07739632840 or Rose 07976914686 Monday 01 Oct Talk on Waterfowl by June Wilson (8.00pm) Red Lion Brackley Rare Breeds Trust For more details please call Carrie 01327 857195 Thursday 18th Oct Parents and Professionals Recruitment Evening The Pavillion, White Post Road, Bodicote, OX15 4BN 44

7pm - 9.30pm For all women looking to change their career, return to work, start their own business or to find out what's out their to fit around the children and family life. Guest Speaker at this event is: Tim Freed from Toddle About on different working styles and options. £3 entry Thursday 25th Oct Lower Town Hall Quiz & Curry Evening with Brackley European Association. Ring 01295 712388 for tickets Wednesday 24th Oct Parents and Professionals Recruitment Evening The Saracens Head, 219 Watling Street, Towcester, NN12 6BX 7pm- 9.30pm

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Starlight Dance Academy in Brackley recently announced the opening of the first Starlight Studio. Located at Glebe Farm in Turweston, the building has been converted into a designated dance studio, giving Starlight the opportunity to offer a wider range of classes to existing and new students, both young and old.

Principal Charlotte Boardman has built up Starlight Dance Academy over the past ten years and it is now the largest dance school in the area. Charlotte is incredibly proud to see the studio in use. “We have worked extremely hard for this and having our own studio is a dream come true. We’re determined that Starlight dancers and the wider community will benefit greatly,” she said.

As well as expanding the range of dance classes on offer, Starlight will provide fitness classes for adults, music sessions for younger children and drama classes. Starlight Studio is also available for private hire by local individuals, groups or businesses looking for a meeting space.

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Photographer Brian Martin

Brackley is certainly a sporting town.

We have excellent sporting facilities offering opportunities in many sports. And now the promotion of Brackley Town FC into the upper reaches of national non-league football really does put the sporting spotlight on the town.

Joining the Blue Square Bet North Conference pits Brackley Town against such well known former league sides as Chester, Boston United, Workington, Halifax Town and Bradford Park Avenue and puts Brackley on the footballing map.

The step up has brought new investment in the club’s facilities. Shortly we will see a new clubhouse, upgraded floodlights and new terracing added to Saints’ Churchill Way ground. On the pitch the team kicked off in midAugust with a remarkable run of results and manager Jon Brady receiving the prestigious Manager of the Month award. As this is written Saints sit joint top with

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five wins from five games. While it is unlikely any team will remain unbeaten through until the time you are reading this, early points on the board will stand Saints in good stead for the hard winter months that lie ahead.

Early season attendances at home games have seen an increase in spectator numbers and there are some big games coming up when the likes of Chester and Halifax will attract many hundreds of additional spectators. This presents new opportunities for the town for sponsorship, promotion and attracting visitors beyond the football club into the town.

The opening game of the new season on 18 August saw Brackley travel to Greater Manchester to face Altrincham, one of non-league football’s most illustrious names. The response by interested home supporters was “Where is Brackley?” and “We don’t know anything about it!”

The response after the final whistle was certainly different to that before the game as the “newcomers from rural Northamptonshire” thumped the “big-time Charlies” 4-1 on their own turf to begin to establish a reputation of our own.

Participation in the early rounds of the FA Cup begins on 22 September with the draw not yet made and home league games in October include Histon United (Tuesday Oct 2 ko 7.45pm), Gainsborough Trinity (Sat 20 Oct ko 3pm) and Halifax Town (Sat 27 Oct ko 3pm). If you can get to a game to lend your support you will be warmly welcomed. If you cannot, then follow the team on the club website, through the Advertiser newspaper on Fridays and Brackley In Business throughout the season.

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