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Editors
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Welcome to the March/April issue of Chiltern View magazine, where, like the cute little chap on our front cover, we are slowly and happily emerging from Winter hibernation! We are grateful to Tiggywinkles rescue centre for supplying this gorgeous picture and for their very interesting article on P50 about helping wildlife thrive and be safe in your garden. Spring is a time of rejuvenation and hope, and we all look forward to the flowering daffodils and new leaves on the trees. If, like us, you also look
out at your gardens or patios and see that they are very much still hibernating, then why not look through our pages of great local advert r isers and you will find a wide choice of professionals to help rejuvenate your space for spring. Our usual article from Askett Nurseries on P76, can help you with all sort r s of hints and tips on enjoying your garden. We also have our usual choice of amazing competitions, Thame Players (P58), Wycombe Swan (P16) and Aylesbury Theatre (P78) so why not have a go this time and join our winners with a free trip to the theatre. There is also the chance to win tickets to a great day out at Thame Country Fair (P63). Until next time
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Recipe
SpiceCrusted
Baked Salmon Fillets This salmon dish is ideal for easy weekend entertaining. Bake the day before and when cold cover and chill in the fridge overnight. Allow to come to room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Serves 6 Ready in 1 Hour
Ingredients: • 6 x 150g salmon fillets • 2tsp mild chilli powder • 2tsp ground coriander • 2tsp ground cumin • 1/2tsp freshly ground black pepper • Squeeze of lemon or lime juice • 2tbsp olive oil
To Serve
• 6tbsp mayonnaise or soured cream • 2 spring onions, trimmed and finely chopped • Zest and juice from 1 lime • Lime wedges and spring onion curls (see tip) to garnish
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Preheat the oven to 200C, 180C Fan, Gas 6. Run your fingers along the top of the salmon fillets and remove any fine bones with tweezers. Mix together the spices and rub over the surface of the salmon fillets. Season with a little salt.
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Place the salmon pieces in a foil-lined roasting tin. Whisk together the lime or lemon juice and oil and drizzle over the salmon.
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Bake for 20-25 minutes until the salmon is just cooked to the centre. Remove from the oven and leave to cool completely.
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Arrange the cold salmon fillets on a platter. Mix together the mayonnaise or soured cream, spring onions and lime zest and juice. Serve the salmon and mayonnaise garnished with lime wedges and spring onion curls.
TIP
To make spring onion curls use a sharp knife to thinly shred a few spring onions. Place in a bowl of iced water and leave in the fridge for about 1 hour until curled. Drain on kitchen paper before using.
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Wycombe Swan Mindgame
Wed 7th – Sat 10th March A mind bending psychological thriller from the pen of Anthony Horowitz – creator of Foyle’s War, the BBC’s New Blood and Alex Rider. When Mark Styler, a writer of glossy ‘true crime’ paperbacks, tries to get an interview with Easterman, a notorious serial killer, he has no idea what he’s walking into. First he has to get past Dr Farquhar, the quixotic head of Fairfields - the asylum where Easterman is kept. But soon he discovers that nothing is what it seems. Who is the mysterious Borson? Where did he get the meat in the fridge? And why isn’t the skeleton in the closet?
Cirque Berserk
Tues 10th – Sun 15th April Celebratory 250th anniversary of the invention of Circus by bringing this treasured form of live entertainment bang up-to-date in a jaw-dropping spectacular created especially for the theatre with Cirque Berserk. Combining contemporary cirque-style artistry with adrenalinefuelled stunt action, this astoundingly talented international troupe includes over thirty jugglers, acrobats, aerialists, dancers, drummers and daredevil stuntmen. Featuring the world’s most hair-raising circus act - the legendary motorcycle ‘Globe of Death’. Don’t miss it!
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Sat 21st April The multi- talented and irrepressible Brian Conley returns to the stage with his brand new show ‘Strictly ComeLaughing”. Featuring brand new comedy, sketches and songs alongside some of his best-known material from stage and screen. Hurry along and book to see why Brian Conley remains one of this country’s most loved entertainers.
The Little Mermaid
Wed 25th April Join Ballet Theatre UK on this dramatic retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s all-time favourite story of The Little Mermaid, who falls in love with a human Prince and gives up everything to win his love. The kind hearted Little Mermaid rescues the Prince during a storm at sea, and begins a journey that takes her far from her home beneath the waves. Determined to pursue her love on to the shore she makes a bargain with an evil Sea Witch, but it comes at a heavy price.
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Mon 7th – Sat 12th May The world premiere of a brand new musical that will simply sweep you off your feet! An Officer and a Gentleman is based on the Oscar-winning film starring Richard Gere. Its feel-good soundtrack includes the hit song from the movie Up Where We Belong along with many 80s classic anthems including Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Material Girl, Don’t Cry Out Loud and Alone.
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Thame Community Events March / April 2018 Thursday March 1st onwards Thame Town Cricket Club Women
Thursday evenings at Lord Bills’s Upper School gym, from 7.00 to 8.00 pm – March 1st Softball practice / for more info, contact Sarah on sarahjanesanderson@rocketmail.com or 07766-113186 Adult men and women (over 16) Sundays 5.00-6.00 pm at Lord Bills’s Lower School Sports Hall. Hardball nets March dates - 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th / April dates – 8th and 15th For more info, contact Andy on marketing@thamecricket.org.uk / 07968-201152 or Sarah (as above)
Sunday 25th March The Greatest Hits Choir
Thursdays 8.00pm (term time). Guide HQ Southern Road, Thame OX9 2EP. Pop/rock choir. New members always welcome. www.greatesthitschoir.co.uk Easter concert 25th March @ Barns Centre
Wednesday 28th March Thame Flower Club
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Meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month for a floral demonstration 2.00pm at Church House, Long Crendon. An Artists Pallet by Alison Mount (Mar 28th) Intermingled by Jane Belcher (Apr 25th) Contact Cathy Twitchett for menu details 01844217763 Tea is served at the end of the afternoon. All are welcome. Visitors £5 Margaret Fisher manda@jafisher.com 01844 217572 Cathy Twitchett 01844 217763
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What’s on Thame Saturday 7th April Artists and Makers Fairs
7th April - Thame Town Hall, OX9 3DP (10-4pm) FREE ENTRY 20 makers exhibiting their work in the lovely market town of Thame.. make a day of it and come and see us too? 28/29 April - Haddenham’s Bradmoor Farm, Stanbridge Road, HP17 9AX (10-4pm) 45 artists and makers showing their festive and beautiful work including jewellery, glass and ceramics Large café, farm shop lots of parking. FREE ENTRY
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Saturday 21st April Thame Choral Society
A friendly group of about 45 mixed-voice singers who perform a wide range of choral music. There is no audition and new singers are always welcome to try us out before joining. We rehearse in Haddenham Methodist Church on Wednesdays at 7.30pm. Visit the website thamechoralsociety.org.uk for more details or ring 01844 216801. Thame Choral Society present Mendelssohn’s Elijah. 7.30pm, St Mary’s Church, Thame. Tickets £13 in advance, £15 on the door. thamechoralsociety.org.uk or ring Liz 01844 216801.
Sunday 22nd April Plant Sale
Plant Sale at Warwick Farm, 31a Bicester Road, Long Crendon on Sunday 22nd April from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Cake stall, Refreshments and Teas on the Lawn. Large selection of Plants Shrubs, Annuals, Perennials, Herbs, and Vegetables. In Aid of Cancer research U.K.
Sunday 29th April Thame & Wheatley Ramblers
10am Thame Upper High Street car park A leisurely 3½ mile introductory walk for all those who might like to join with others to discover the joys of walking not only because of its health benefits but also for the opportunities to enjoy the countryside and explore the footpaths. The walk will be followed by complimentary coffee and cake in Christchurch Hall (opposite the car park). Contact 01844 213608 www.ramblers-oxon.org.uk
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Regular meetings Hambleden Community Market
On the second Saturday of every month except September A showcase of local artisan food and craft stalls held in the historic, beautiful Village Hall in the pretty and much-filmed village of Hambleden Organiser: Jo Flowers 01491 637827/07951 278706 jo@dovecote.vnworks.net
T.W.C.C.
We meet on the third Saturday in the month at the Guide HQ in Southern Road Thame at 2.00pm. We welcome widows & widowers & anyone who has lost a long-term partner. Our members enjoy outings, speakers, social activities & companionship of others in a similar situation - we do not give bereavement counselling. For more information contact Dihirst@btinternet.com
Thame Seniors Keep Fit
Term time Mondays at Thame Barns Centre Ladies 5.00 - 5.45pm Men 6.00 - 6.45pm Contact Stuart on 01844 215822 email: thamekeepfit@hotmail.com
Thame Chamber Choir
St Mary’s Church, Thame OX9 3AJ www.thamechamberchoir.org info@thamechamberchoir.org Tel: 01844-212900
Thame National Women’s Register
Meet every two weeks in each other’s homes for stimulating discussions on a wide range of topics. For more details phone 01296 614699 or check the website www.nwr.org.uk
Long Crendon Day Centre
Open every Tuesday for games, entertainment and exercises but most importantly our lovely hot fresh meal.
Thame Pop Choir
Meetings Tuesdays 8pm (term time) at Guide HQ, Southern Road, Thame OX9 2EP. Sessions £5 a week or £35 a term. The choir is currently at full capacity - please contact Ian English 01844 261171 or via ‘Contact’ page on website www.thamepopchoir.com to join the waiting list. 22
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What’s on Thame Haddenham Pop Choir
New fun choir at St Mary’s Centre, Haddenham HP17 8AH. Weekly sessions Mondays 7.45pm (term time). £5 a week, first taster session free. The choir is currently at full capacity - please contact Ian English 01844 261171 to join the waiting list.
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Cuttle Brook Conservation Volunteers (CBCV)
CBCV is a group of dedicated volunteers that helps to maintain the Cuttle Brook nature reserve in Thame. We have two work parties per month, on the third Sunday and the last Wednesday. We meet at 10.00am in the recreation ground car park. All tools are provided, plus refreshments. Work finishes around 1.00pm. Email: info@cuttlebrook.org.uk Website: ww w w.cuttlebrook.org.uk
Thame Hockey Club
www.thamehockey.co.uk We welcome players of all abilities - it’s all about taking part and enjoying the company of fellow hockey players in and around Thame. We run 6 adult teams training on a Wednesday or Thursday evening at Thame Leisure Centre, where we also run junior hockey training on a Saturday morning from 9am-11am for ages 6 to 14. From humble beginnings in 2008, the club is growing steadily and our teams play at a variety of levels in the local league divisions. If you are interested in playing please contact the club secretary. Email: info@thamehockey.co.uk
The Rotary Club of Thame
The Rotary Club of Thame welcomes new members both women and men. The club’s meetings take place at the Spread Eagle Hotel on Wednesdays at 7.30 pm. For more information about club activities or to enquire about becoming a member, please visit the Rotary Club of Thame’s website: www.thame.rotary1090.org Entries on our community pages are FREE! Email yours (ideally no more than 50 words) to salesprv@live.co.uk.
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years of experience Cloudy2Clear have a wealth of knowledge and are recognised as a Which Trusted Trader, plus our work is backed by an industry leading 25 year guarantee. Cloudy2Clear also replace faulty locks handles and hinges on all windows and doors. Your friendly local Cloudy2Clear specialist is Aidan Cook and he services Princes Risborough, Thame, Stokenchurch and surrounding areas. So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give Aidan a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118.
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FW 4X4 LAND ROVER, RANGE ROVER, DISCOVERY, FREELANDER SPECIALISTS
Large modern workshops, established in 1999 by Ian Prior. Set amidst the Chiltern Hills just outside Watlington. Service, Repairs, MOT’s Autologic Diagnostics Full Off-Road Preparation Performance Upgrades Air-Con Refills Courtesy Cars Available
Tel: 01491 613303 Mob: 07831 361865 Copas Farms, Lys Farm Buildings, Watlington, Oxfordshire OX49 5EP
The Princes Centre Award Winning Daycare The trustees of the Princes Centre wish to thank all our staff, clients, volunteers and supporters for all they have contributed to make 2017 another successful year. We ended the year on a high note with some thrilling news. Having already won the Regional Award earlier in the year, we beat strong opposition from all over England to win the National Not for Profit Business of the Year - at the SME National Business Awards held at Wembley Stadium. We are really grateful for the massive support we have received from the community. This has enabled us to achieve 5 years of providing a much needed service for the elderly and people with various disabilities or mental health difficulties. We hope this support will continue to 26
enable our remaining refurbishment projects to be completed. The centre was recently able to support Risborough community’s older people’s Christmas lunch. It was an extremely successful event with the local community providing Christmas dinner for older people living alone in Risborough. It was well supported by the town’s mayor, councillors and Reverend David Williams and members of our local Rotary Club and their wives, who arranged the transport for the people attending. A great day was had by all. Maggie Wooster Keyte To advertise here please email salesvv@live.co.uk
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Downley Laundrette Newly refurbished Opening hours: 8am - 8pm All day Sundays and Bank Holidays
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We are passionate about helping you find your perfect dress through our exclusive, relaxed and personal approach. Bow Belles Bridal Boutique is a little piece of heaven for any soon to be bride. We have hand selected ranges for Brides, Bridesmaids and Flower Girls that will ensure your look is uniquely you! Bow Belles Bridal Boutique 25 Church Street | Stokenchurch Buckinghamshire | HP14 3TH Telephone: 01494 484999 Email: alison@bowbellesbridal.co.uk Website: www.bowbellesbridal.co.uk
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THE KINGS HOTEL, A FORMER 16TH CENTURY COACHING INN WITH A CHIC MODERN INTERIOR. It is our pleasure to help you through every aspect of your big day from 1st show around to final details. We pride ourselves in making each wedding unique, and we can tailor a package to suit your individual requirements, tastes and budget.
All inclusive packages from £49.00pp Fully licensed to hold Civil Marriage Ceremonies Oxford Road, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. HP14 3TA - JUNCTION 5 M40
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OILSERV Electrical & Plumbing Bathroom, Kitchen Design & Installation All domestic electrical work undertaken. New installations, Re-wires, Lighting, Sockets, Showers, Fuse Boards. Floor/wall tiling & under tile heating. All aspects of carpentry. All services for your projects. For a complete professional service. Tel: 01494 882859 Mob: 07956 105443
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Turville Nursery, Preschool & Forest School
Come to explore & get mucky in a home-from-home atmosphere
Expanding Educational Boundaries
Small classes and tailored learning for children aged from 0 - 5 years old. We would love to meet you! www.turvilleschool.com
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Stokenchurch Dog Rescue Hello! My name is Athena; I’m a female German Shepherd Type and about 6 years old. I arrived into the care of SDR through no fault of my own after my owners had only had me for 6 weeks. Upon arrival, it was evident that I had a skin condition which was treated immediately and it has improved greatly; however, this is something that could possibly return or be an on-going issue. There is no previous clinical history on me as it seems that I have had several homes before coming here so nobody is sure why I only have one ear. I am being fed on a grain free diet, which is what would be recommended to any potential new owner. I am currently on medication to help with the ‘itch’, but my fur growth is coming back nicely. Even with my skin issues, it hasn’t stopped me having fun and enjoying myself – I absolutely love playing with a ball (a Kong Jumbler being 30
my absolute favourite). I’m told I am such a wonderful and affect c ionate girl and I just adore being with my handler. As soon as you enter my kennel, I pick up my ball and bring it over to you. I’ve been tested with other dogs and at present I’m quite vocal and reactive around them so my new home should not be with another dog but I may be able to live with a cat. I’m looking for an experienced owner that can provide enough exercise and stimulation for me. Any children I live with should ideally be 11 years and over In the right home, I will make a wonderful and loyal addition. www.stokenchurchdogrescue.org.uk Stokenchurch Dog Rescue: Giving dogs a second chance 01494 482695 www.chilternviewmagazines.co.uk
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LONGBURROW HALL STOKENCHURCH
Your Local Social Venue
• Two halls available for hire with kitchen facilities s • Lovely setting with plenty of free parking • Changing room hire available • Competitive prices • Dates still available in 2018
For bookings and enquires pop in the office at Longburrow Monday to Friday 10am - 12 pm, call 01494 482403 and speak to Fay or email spcbookings@btconnect.com
WORDWHEEL
Clinics at Princes Risborough, Stokenchurch & High Wycombe
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• Corns • Callouses • Verrucas
• Athlete’s Foot • Ingrown Toe Nails • Fungal Nail Infections • Nail Cutting • Diabetic Patients • Nail Care and other footcare advice
You don't have to be a patient of the surgeries to attend! Cross keys, Princes Risborough, Stokenchurch Medical centre The Castle Street Clinic, High Wycombe
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Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten minutes to find as many words as possible, none of which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. Each word must be of three letters or more, all must contain the central letter and letters can only be used once in every word. There is at least one word that uses all of the letters in the wheel.
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• Independent, family run business • Just £40 for a standard sized one or two door oven • Extensively trained oven cleaning specialists • Courteous, professional, reliable • Completely safe and eco-friendly cleaning method • Hobs, extractors, microwaves and BBQ’s • No obligation estimates • Gift vouchers available • Saturday appointments
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A C George Ltd d Window Cleaning Services • Windows exterior & interior • Fascias & soffits • Conservatories • Patio, decking & path cleaning Offers for recommending friends. Online & free post payments One off cleans & end of tenancy cleanss. Contact us for a quote Tel: 0844 272 3519 Mob: 07734 433307 Email: acgeorge.ltd@live.co.uk Website: www.acgeorge.co.uk
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Furniture Restoration and Renovation Grovewood House · Bolter End Lane High Wycombe · HP14 3LU T: 01494 882944 www.leocraft.co.uk
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LACEY GREEN WINDMILL
Visit England's oldest Smock Mill
Its unique timber machinery dates from around 1650 and was in use until 1915.
Standing on the edge of the Buckinghamshire Chilterns, it has been restored since 1971 by members of The Chiltern Society. www.chilternsociety.org.uk
Open from beginning of April until end of September on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from 2 to 5 pm For details of National Mills Weekend (each May) please see our website
Admission Charges - Adult: ÂŁ2.50 Child (5 to 15): ÂŁ1.00 Free to Chiltern Society members showing membership cards Lacey Green village is two miles south of Princes Risborough, signposted from the A4010 road between Aylesbury and High Wycombe. The mill is behind 'The Whip' pub. Please park in Pink Road, and walk up path to mill. For enquiries, call 01844 275871, or see our website
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Allen Landscaping & Design All aspects of garden landscaping: • Driveways • Patios • Brickwork • Fencing • Decking • Design • Turfing • Hedge Cutting • Mowing ‘Fully insured with over 40 years experience!’ Visit our website for more information or call Neil for a free quote on:
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Time is free but very precious. Do you have an few hours or more to volunteer and help your LOCAL branch help LOCAL animals? CRN No. 243352
We offer to take in cats, dogs, rabbits and small animals who are unwanted and care for them in fosterer homes or in kennels until ready to be re-homed as we do not have a centre. We are looking for suitable foster homes for cats and dogs to be cared for while waiting to find their new home. We need volunteers to answer the branch homing line which helps the animals in our care find their new home. Duties are for a week once every 4 - 5 weeks. You work from home and training is given.
Contacts: dogs 01494 564026 cats 01628 621425
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Time to smile at our new clinic Oakview Restorations Dental Laboratory has been providing quality dental prosthetics to dentists, up and down the country, for more than 25 years. Their laboratory, set amid the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside at Saunderton, now boasts a new in-house Denture Clinic, open to the local community and extremely handy if your dentures need fixing or replacing. Oakview’s experienced clinical dental technician Roy Davies Dip CDT RCS (Eng) is a master craftsman who creates ‘True to Life’ removable dentures, a technique which incorporates tissue colour mapping and individual tooth and gum characterisation to produce the most natural looking dentures you’ll find. Roy and his team delight in creating the most aesthetically pleasing dentures possible:
“When When you you’re re creating something as unique as a tooth you need to be a perfectionist,” says Roy. “At Oakview each one of the team is dedicated to providing you with the very best service and an end product that will exceed your expectations, while having a dental lab on-site, speeds up the whole process, from start to finish. We promise a service that gives you attention to detail, punctuality and value for money.” For further information or to make an appointment call Oakview Dental on 01494 569466. There is free customer parking on-site.
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China is so vast and varied it’ll blow you away. There’s no way to see it all in one trip, but in a well-paced fortnight you can hit it’s Big 5 – Beijing, Shanghai, Terracotta Warriors, Giant Pandas and the mighty Yangtze River.
South Africa has so much to offer, including a safari in the famous Kruger National Park, the stunning natural scenery of Swaziland and the beauty of KwaZulu-Natal, the Garden Route and Cape Town.
Take in the culture and restaurant scene of Peruvian capital Lima. Enjoy the superb mountain scenery, ancient ruins and traditions of Cusco, formally the capital of the Inca Empire and is a UNESCO world heritage site.
Your chance to escape your daily routine, a short break is always the perfect therapy. So much choice, so many amazing breaks and you choose how long you want to stay - the world really is your oyster.
Unique live sporting experiences packaged to ensure you have an amazing time. Don’t just watch it ‘Be There’. Something for every sports fan – indulge your sporting passion
Many people choose river or ocean cruising as the perfect way to sample destinations from the comfort of your floating hotel. Enjoying scenery, good food and entertainment at a very competitive price.
HOLIDAYS ARE NOT ALWAYS ABOUT FOLLOWING THE CROWDS…. For your next holiday visit Spear Travels, 5 Greyhound Walk, Thame, call 01844 217228 Or email thame@speartravels.net.
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Oakley Wood Timber Oakley Wood Timber specialise in flooring & doors and have over 500 floors in store in solid wood, engineered wood plus luxury vinyl & laminate. They also have over 80 internal doors on display plus a range of external doors, worktops & Oak profiles. With over 20 years of industry experience behind them they can offer plenty of advice if needed plus a full fitting service.
Tel: 01844 217075 www.oakleywood.co.uk 1a Drakes Drive, Crendon Industrial Park, Long Crendon HP18 9EJ
• Full garden make-over • Spring or autumn tidy up • Regular mowing or maintenance • Fencing, gates, garden buildings • General home maintenance Contact Stewart for a free quotation: 01296 651910 | botany.gardens@outlook.com Est. 2002
D.D.White Plastering Specialist All aspects of plastering undertaken. Artex ceiling smoothed. No job too big or small. Please call for a free quote.
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Bay Window Curtain Tracks & Poles Cord Operated Tracks & Poles Automated Remote/Switch Control Tracks & Poles Traditional Hand Finished Wooden & Metal Curtain Poles Roman Blind Systems Roller, Venetian & Vertical Blinds Room Divider/Cubicle & Shower Systems Covered Lathes Pelmets & Pelmet Boards Shutters Full Measuring, Fitting and Repair Service
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Priority Service Ltd
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Cleaning - Regular Spring Clean End Of Tenancy Clean Shopping - Groceries (Cards/gifts etc)
• Ironing • Plus many other services
01844 275151 Friendly, local and professional service
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Cookery School in Princes Risborough Cookery Classes and Workshops For children and adults Splat Cooking Parties
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Risborough Community Events March / April 2018 Wednesday 28th February St Dunstan’s Church Flower Festival Spring Lectures
Wednesday 28th February 7.30pm for 8.00pm “Green and Pleasant Lands” a history of British gardens from the Romans to Present Day Wednesday 21st March 7.30pm-8.00pm “The Tradescants”, Plant Collectors and Gardeners of the early 17th Century The venue is Monks Risborough C of E Primary School, Peters Lane, Monks Risborough HP27 9LZ. Entry will be £8.00 per lecture to include a complimentary glass of wine or soft drink. Ticket available from www.ticketsource.co.uk/ st-dunstans-church or from Sally’s sewing box Duke Street Princes Risborough
Thursday 1st March Princes Risborough Evening W.I.
7.45 pm for 8.00 pm start, finish at 10.00 pm – dates as below A Traveller’s Tales by Fliss Akehurst Story of travels in the Falklands, South Georgia and Antarctica (March 1st) The KGB Remembered. Retired Diplomat Keith Muras tells tales of KGB act c ions and plots (April 5th) Non-member ladies are always welcome to attend (£3 on the door) The Princes Centre, Clifford Road, Princes Risborough, HP27 0DP. Contact: risboroughevewi@gmail.com or Cath Campbell: 01844 274962
Monday 5th March Forget Me Knot Café
We meet twice monthly 10.30am 12.30pm at Chinnor Village Centre. Visiting Museum. Hands on Heritage
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What’s on Risborough (March 5th) Music Dance Song. Heddi - Kiddledivy (March 19th). Spring Tea Dance. Ian English & Co (April 16th) Music and Comedy. Adrain Broadway (April 30th). For further information please contact Michele on 01844 353154 / 07779 732097 or at info@holisticmassageuk.co.uk or Val on 01844 352254 or at valerie.edwards2053@btinternet.com to find out more. Chinnor Village Centre www.facebook.com/forgetmeknotcafe
New Build, Extensions, Listed Buildings, Renovations
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Wednesday Afternoon Group RSPB Presentation (7th Mar), Coffee and Board Games (4th Apr) Talk by Art Historian Susanne Carr (2nd May), Talk on Local Railways (6th June) All events start r at 2pm Free Event - Free Refreshments 01296 382415 We welcome Text x Relay calls prefix 18001 librarybuckscc.gov.uk www.buckscc.gov.uk/libraries
Wednesday 14th March Princes Risborough Morning W.I.
Our Garden - Jean Young (14th Mar) Bagels and Bacon Craft - Jeff Rozelaar (11th Apr) 10.00am Carrington Room of the Community Centre. Visitors and new members are most welcome. Information: 01844 344246.
Sunday 18th March Princes Risborough Music Society
Rehearsals are at Princes Risborough Secondary School on Tuesday evenings at 7.30 pm. New members are always welcome. Please contact the Membership Secretary on 01844 344083.
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inc DISC We service and repair all makes and models of: Washing Machines Tumble Dryers Dishwashers Electric Ovens Vacuum Cleaners Authorised Hoover & Candy
Tel: 01494 413404 / 01844 291296 Email: mail@domestic-services.com 3 LONG WALL, HADDENHAM, BUCKS HP17 8DL
Barnes & Wells Tree Care
All aspects of Tree Work undertaken Trees Cut, Pruned, Lopped and Felled Hedges Pruned and Trimmed Stump Grinding Fully public liability insured Free no obligation quotation
01296 615969 / 615683 07754 865711 (Any time) Stables Farm, Marsh Road, Little Kimble, Bucks Proprietor John Wells
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We will be performing the Faure Requiem on March 18th at the Church of St Lawrence West Wycombe. This will be an afternoon tea Concert. Tickets will be available from The Risborough Cook Shop, Art and Office Information Centre in the Library, or at www.princesrisboroughmusicsociety.com. If transport is required, the Community Bus will be running. Please contact 07941963097
Saturday 24th March Rita’s Charity Dances
Princes Risborough Community Centre. Wades Park/Stratton Rd, Princes Risborough HP27 9AX. 8.00pm - 11.45pm. Next date May 5th. 50’s and 60’s Music with Live Bands. No Bar So Bring Your Own Favourite Tipple & Nibbles. Come & Join us for a Good Night Out. All Proceeds Go to Charity. Tickets Cost £10 Payable at the Door. Contact Mrs. Barbara Williams for Details 01844 345959
Saturday 31st March Chinnor’s Spring Beer Festival
Noon – 19.00 Chinnor Community Pavilion Live music, food, real ale, cider, craft lager Contact Laura 01844 350079 chinnorpavilion@gmail.com http://www.chinnorpavilion.org.uk/
Sunday 1st April onwards Lacey Green Windmill
In 2018 the windmill will be open on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from Sunday 1st April until Sunday 30th September from 2 pm to 5 pm. Admission is £2.50 per adult and £1 per child (aged 5-15). On National Mills Weekend we will be open on Saturday 12th May from 2 pm to 5 pm, and on Sunday 13th May from 11 am to 5 pm.
Ongoing Lucy Clark Scottish Country Dance Club
We are a friendly and fun club who meet and dance on Thursday evenings at The Oldham Hall, Great Missenden HP16 0AZ. Whether you are new to Scottish dancing or already a dancer, why not come along and see what
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Wednesday Folk session
2nd Wednesday in the month 2pm - 4pm £4 per session, including refreshments The tune list is circulated monthly. Play by ear, from music displayed on screen or print out your own music. All welcome – at whatever level. Some come to listen rather than play. Chinnor Methodist Church, Station Road OX39 4PZ Contact c Liz Thorpe 01844 351565 for more information.
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Maths Tuition and Support
For all students at all levels from KS2 to A1/AS Level. Learn to enjoy maths again and get better grades with an enthusiastic and supportive tutor. References available. Contact Jaaganroop Marshall.
01844 345 997
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Chinnor Windmill
Working party at the mill, which is also open for tours. 10.30am –2.30pm Chinnor Windmill, Mill Lane Chinnor 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month all year, but with a exception around Easter (8th & 22nd April) Everyone welcome. Contact Adrian Marshall 01844 292095 chinnorwindmill@gmail.com http://www.chinnor-windmill.blogspot.com
Princes Risborough Ukelele Group (PRUG)
We meet to sing and play every second and fourth Tuesday of the month at the Bird in Hand pub in Station Road. 19.30 to 21.30 and sometimes later. We are a friendly group of people intent on playing our ukuleles and having fun. Beginners and experienced players are welcome to join us. Contact: Ron Holland 07738 009795 or email ron.t.holland@gmail.com for more information
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St Mary’s Church
Details of our weekly services and events for the month can be found at www.stmarysrisborough.org.uk. In particular, everyone is welcome to our regular events: Thursdays 10.30 am. Coffee in the Chapter House; First Sunday of the month at 3 pm. Open Door in the Chapter House. All welcome to join us for afternoon tea. We particularly cater for the lonely and those recently bereaved.
Risboro’ Lacemakers
We still meet at the Cherry Baker Room, Princes Risborough Community Centre on the 4th Wednesday of each month 7.30pm - 9.30pm. and usually the second Saturday of each month 9.30am 4.30pm. For more details see our website http://adkins61.wix.com/risborolacemakers
Princes Risborough Country Market
Every Thursday under the Market House, Princes Risborough 9 a.m. 12.30 p.m. We are now taking orders for all your Easter Goodies. Any queries contact Lorraine on 01844 347230 or e-mail ddrhodgkinson@btinternet.com
Table Tennis Group
Every Wednesday 4.30pm – 6.30pm Princes Risborough Baptist Church. Between £10/£15 for 10 weeks. More information: Tel: 01494 562647, k.maynard627@btinternet
Risborough Bridge Club
We meet on Tuesday afternoons and Wednesday nights at the community centre.
South Bucks Art Group
Meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month 11am -3pm. Small art group with visiting artists, working in a variety of mediums.
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What’s on Risborough Holmer Green Village Centre, HP15 6XG. £80 annually. Organiser Lo Smith Tel 01494 881147 or email: lorrainesmith00@gmail.com
Services Professional Tree Surgery & Landscaping
Princes Risborough U3a group – Art History
•Tree Felling •Topping •Pruning & Shaping •Hedge Cutting •Stump Grinding •Ivy & Climbers Pruned •General Garden Tidy ups
Risborough & District Bridge Club
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2.15 pm Third Thursdays of the month. Upper Hall, Baptist Church, Princes Risborough. Contact Kenneth. kennethwilson.3@btinternet.com 01844 344777 All u3a members welcome. We are a small friendly Bridge Club and meet in the Carringt g on Room of the Risborough Community Centre. Duplicate bridge is played each Wednesday evening from 7.25pm until around 10.30pm. Teams of Four are played on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Table money is £2 to include refreshments. Partnerships can usually be arranged by ringing one of the numbers on our website, or alternatively ring Tony Molesworth 01844 344975; Barbara Oates - 01844 344264 or Hugh Guilford on 01494 865949.
Princes Risborough U3A Bridge Group
Meeting First Monday and Third Friday of every month. Learn and play bridge in a friendly, relaxed way. Members include both beginners and those who have played already. Some basic training and lots of advice (some good, some lousy!). 2pm - 5pm. Cherry Baker Room, Community Centre, Stratton Road, Princes Risborough. £1.50. Tony Molesworth. Tel 01844 344975 Entries on our community pages are FREE! Email yours (ideally no more than 50 words) to salesprv@live.co.uk. For a full calendar of events and a complete listing of clubs and organisations, see our website www.chilternviewmagazines.co.uk
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Tiggywinkles Looking out into the grounds of Tiggywinkles Wildlife Hospital, the signs of a new season are springing into life. Fresh green buds and leaves appearing as a result of the warmer days. The same can be said for wildlife, all the birds are looking busy in readiness for the breeding season. This heralds the start of our busiest time of year, baby season. All imaginable sizes of fragile juvenile patients are brought in to us necessitating specialist and constant care. Baby birds require feeding from dawn until dusk, with the small garden birds demanding feeding every 20 minutes. Baby mammals, such as the minuscule field mice that need feeding every two hours day and night in the early days. We are very fortunate to have a wonderful team of volunteers and seasonal staff who support these diminutive yet demanding patients with the best possible care. Some volunteers take on the role of foster carer in their own homes rearing some of the mammals. Sometimes there are positions available, if these roles interest you and you have the time and dedication required, please do have a look at our website www.tiggywinkles.com under the ‘Help us’ section in the volunteers and vacancies for further information. When taking the opportunity to spend time in your garden please look out for wildlife, following these tips will be of great help to your local wildlife.
Should you have any questions or concerns, or would like to support our life-saving charity, please see our website www.tiggywinkles.com or give us a call 01844 292 292.
Tips for helping wildlife in your garden: • Putting out food and fresh water • Leaving an area of your garden wild, with piles of wood and leaves • Remember to lift up netting of football goals etc. overnight and when not in use. We get animals that have become trapped in netting, this can cause terrible injuries due to the animal struggling to escape the netting which then becomes a dangerous tourniquet • When using compost off a compost heap, have a gentle and watchful approach, we get hedgehogs and toads impaled by gardening forks • Every year we see some horrififc injuries that have been accidentally inflicted by strimmers. Simply walking in the area to be mowed or strimmed to check for animals hiding in the long grass can prevent these accidents • Keeping rubbish clear • Making sure paint pots etc., have lids on and are stored safely.
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Overactive Thyroid gland in cats What Is Hyperthyroidism? The thyroid gland is situated in the front of the neck and produces the essential hormone (thyroxine) that controls how fast the body works when at rest. What Are the Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism? Weight loss (Over 90% of cases) and increased appetite (about 70-80% of cases) are among the most common clinical signs of this condition. Some cats will show excessive thirst, increased urination, and an increase of energy and activity. As the condition progresses the heart is
affected and can lead to signs of heart failure. What Breeds/Ages Are Prone to Hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism can occur in any breed of cat, male or female, but occurs almost exclusively in older animals. Less than 6 percent of cases are younger than 10 years of age. How Is Hyperthyroidism Diagnosed? Because several common diseases of older cats share some of the clinical signs of hyperthyroidism, tests are necessary. In most cases, a simple blood test shows elevated T4 levels in the bloodstream. Unfortunately, between 2 and 10 percent of cats with hyperthyroidism will have normal or fluctuating T4 levels. Other illness can suppress elevated T4 levels, lowering
them into the normal or high-normal range and fooling the vet into thinking that the cat’s thyroid status is normal. Treatment is essential and can be curative. If you suspect your cat has any of these symptoms please book an appointment to see your vet. Dr Mandy Elgin BVMS MRCVS
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at Thame Players No Sex Please – We’re British
Tues 6th to Sat 10th March at 7.45pm Due to a simple mistake a young couple get inundated with pornographic material. How will they stop the tide before senior bank officials find out? Rip roaring comedy. Come and watch an excellent cast of established and new members of Thame Players as they race through swinging doors with impeccable timing.
Yes, Tribute Band
Saturday 17th March at 7.45pm Yes, Please is an authentic tribute band which last performed at The Players Theatre in January last year to much acclaim. They are based in Oxford and formed in 2011 with the aim to faithfully recreate the original group’s sound.
My Mother Said I Never Should
Sunday 18th March at 7.45pm It is a delight to welcome the return of Ubiquitous Theatre Company with their latest production, a deeply moving and poignant play about four generations of women from the same family. The action takes us from WW2 up to the present day as it explores the timeless relationships between the mothers and daughters.
Carole King and James Taylor Story
Friday 23rd March at 7.45pm Come along and enjoy a trip down memory lane. Two great legends of the American music scene.
Gabriel Chanan – King Donald the 1/5th
Sunday 1st April at 7.45pm Rich merchant Donald, bored with his empire of taverns, hunting grounds, racecourses and houses of ill repute, and annoyed by repeated demands for the tax he has evaded, decides that his best defence against the kingdom is to seize control of it.
Comedy Gig - Comedy @ The Players presents: Bilal Zafar and Jack Barry
Friday 6th April 2018 at 7.45pm Bilal Zafar: Biscuits Join 2016 Best Newcomer nominee and Hackney Empire New Act of the Year winner as he explores the fascinating world of online dating and finding love on social media in increasingly confusing times. Jack Barry: High Treason As seen/heard on Channel 4, Channel 5, ITV 2 and BBC Radio 4. The next in our regular Comedy gigs – a regular fixture at the Players, now.
White Cobra Productions present ‘Glorious’ the true story of Florence Foster Jenkins
Saturday 14th April at 7.45pm Glorious is the inspirational true story of New York heiress, Florence Foster Jenkins, who obsessively pursued her ambition of becoming a great singer. She dreamt of playing New York’s Carnegie Hall, and only one thing stood in her way…. she couldn’t sing a note! Tickets for all shows from Spear Travels Tel: 01844 217228 or online from www.thameplayers.co.uk
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CHINNOR & PRINCES Y RISBOROUGH RAILWAY Enjoy a leisurely heritage train ride on the 50-minute round trip along the Chiltern foothills. Sit back, relax and enjoy the lovely scenery. Open from 11 March on every Sunday & Bank Holiday - see website for additional dates, book-ahead fares and timetables. We also offer delicious Cream Teas and Ploughman's Lunches on selected dates*. Free car parking, tea room and souvenir shop at Chinnor station.
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Thame Country Fair Easter Sunday & Monday April 1st & 2nd 2018 - Open Daily 10am – 6pm There are three action packed arenas at the Easter Thame Game & Country Fair. Looking for excitement and a superb day out over Easter, then join us at the Thame Showground for a superb family day out. Completing the line up in the Andy Singleton arena are the Horseboarding Displays, Ben Longs Tudor
Themed Pageant Display, Shadowquest Dog Display Team, and the Scurry Racing Championships. The Countryside and World of Dog arenas both host a full day’s schedule. Shire horses and Falconry, Gun Dogs, dog display teams are just a few of the outstanding displays on offer Prices on the day are Adults £14, Over 65s £13 and Children £4 Reduced price advance tickets available on our website or call 01283 820548
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STOKENCHURCH PRIMARY SCHOOL Early Years Foundation Stage One Nursery Age 3-4 Years
A limited number of Nursery/Foundation One places remain available for a September 2018 start. Places are open to all children from Stokenchurch and the surrounding villages, born between September 2014 & August 2015 Please contact the main school office at Stokenchurch Primary School for further information or to arrange a visit.
Tel: 01494 482112 Website: www.stokenchurchprimary.co.uk
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Registered Homeopath BA(Oxon) LCHE RSHom For appointments and information Call 07950 005233 Email lilli.may@zen.co.uk www.lillimayhomeopathy.com
Pilates at Radnage Village Hall Thursday lunchtime and evening classes 11.10am, 12.15am, 5.30pm & 6.30pm Contact Tracey on 07469 882257 email pilatesaligneduk@gmail.com www.pilatesaligned.co.uk Pilates matwork Teacher Level 4 Low Back Pain Practitioner.
Villages Community Events March / April 2018 Thursday 1st March Lane End OPAG (a group specifically for 50 plus)
2.00 pm: Talk on Homeopathy by Lilli May (1 March) Talk on Scams & Frauds by Santander (5 April) Lane End Youth & Community Centre, Edmonds Road 50 + - all welcome Contact: Jane Osborn (janemosborn3@gmail.com)
Tuesday 6th March Hambleden Valley Garden Club WONDERFUL GREETINGS CARDS & UNUSUAL GIFTS
Tues 6 March - All about the NGS by Marina Hamilton Baillie, 7.30PM in Skirmett Village Hall, RG9 6TD Sat 12 May - Annual Bring and Buy Plant Sale 10am-12 noon at Manor Farm, Chequers Lane, Fingest, RG96QE Hambleden Valley Garden Club welcomes guests and new members, contact Celia rcwarren@btinternet.com
Wednesday 7th March Watlington Gardening Club
West Wycombe Village Store and Post Office
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01494 526439 Shop Open Mon - Sat 8.30am - 6pm Sun 11am - 5pm Post Office Mon - Fri 9am - 5.30pm Sat 9am - 12.30pm Off Licence and General Groceries
A small friendly group who meet monthly on the first Wednesday evening of the month in Watlington Town Hall at 7.45pm for a specialist talk followed by tea and biscuits. 7th March - Rosi Rollings from Rosy Bee Nursery talking about Plants for Bees. 4th April - Charlotte Fyfe - talking In Praise of Apples A number of garden visits - both coach and self-drive - are planned for the summer and details will be on display at the meetings. Non-members welcome for a small fee.
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What’s on Villages Thursday 8th March STOPAG a group specifically for retired people. Light lunch followed by a mystery speaker.
After a light lunch at 12.45pm Andy Chapman will be telling us how to avoid getting into unintended situations with his talk “Prevention Matters” (8th March) and Jeff Rozelaar will describe his life as an actor (12th April). Meetings are in the Youth Area of the Centre in Bartholomew Tipping Way 12.45pm-3.00pm. Contact Joan on 01494 483033.
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Wednesday 14th March Stokenchurch Women’s Institute
Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. 7.30pm -9.30pm New meeting place -The Stokenchurch Centre, Youth Room, Bartholomew Tipping Way, Stokenchurch HP14 3RX Music Therapy with Rosie Axon MD an Open Meeting - All welcome. Non members: £3 entry refreshments available Contact Christine 01494 482888
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Saturday 17th March Holy Trinity Church Lane End
Coffee Shop. A very warm welcome awaits you so please come along and meet old friends and new over a cup of coffee and cake. Saturday 17th March and 21st April Donations requested 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Lane End Village Hall annexe. Finings Road, Lane End, Buckinghamshire. HP14 3EY http://www.holytrinitylaneend.org.uk
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What’s on Villages Monday 19th March Downley Gardening Society
Dave’s School ng of Motoring g Dave's School of Motoring has been established for over 10 years. I’m friendly, reliable, patientt & competitively priced.
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Monday 19th March - talk by John Tyler ‘Reading the countryside’ Monday 16th April - talk by Rosie Hardy from Hardy’s nursery ‘Cottage garden plant demonstration’ Monday 21st May - talk by Brian Fisher ‘Interesting plants for outdoor containers’ email - downleygardeningsociety@hotmail.com
Saturday 24th March West Wycombe Chamber Choir
Easter Concert at 7pm St Lawrence Church. Easter Religious Music Choir practices take place at West Wycombe Combined School, every Wednesday 7.45-9.45 p.m. term time. Choir practices £48 per term. Concert - Adults £8, concessions £6. Conductor Barry Hodkinson. Manager Michele Hodkinson 01494 536617 wwchamberchoir@gmail.com mailto:wwchamberchoir@gmail.com westwycombechoir.org.uk
Saturday 24th March Stokenchurch Dog Rescue Tabletop Sales
11am till 1pm Longburrow Hall, Park Lane, Stokenchurch New and nearly new clothes, household goods, books, bric a brac, DVds and CDs. Note that a similar sale will be held at Stokenchurch Dog Rescue 28th April 10am till 12pm. More details from 01494 482695.
Wednesday 28th March Local Carers Support and Information Group
The Group meets on the last Wednesday of the month at 1.30pm at Stokenchurch Medical Centre. The Group is supported by Carers Bucks and a member comes to meetings whenever possible. Jenny 01491 638245 or Victoria 01494 483352 Next meetings: Wed 28 March and Wed 25 April. Details of speakers posted on the door of Medical Centre
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What’s on Villages Friday 13th April onwards Lane End Players
“Neighbourhood Watch” by Alan Ayckbourn, a comedy. Fridays 13th, 20th April at 8.00pm; Saturdays 14th, 21st April at 7.30pm Tickets £6-£10 on sale at the Village Hall on Saturdays from 9.30-12.00, at www.laneendplayers.com, or by ringing 01494 880662.
Ongoing
JON WOODBRIDGE
PAINTER AND DECORATOR • All Interior and Exterior work undertaken • Coving & Skirting fitted • Fully Insured • Free Estimates • No Job Too Small
Tel: Home 01494 913001 Mobile 07779 258033 e-mail: jonathanwoodbridge@hotmail.co.uk
The Stokenchurch Educational Charity - Community Grants
Village Groups should apply by letter to Mrs P Colling (Secretary), Kinda Cool, Wycombe Road, Stokenchurch, HP14 3RR or email: pcatkc@gmail.com (Tel: 01494 483120) ~ Strict closing date is 30th June 2018.
Stokenchurch Day Centre
The Day Centre meets Mondays and Wednesdays between 10 am and 2.30 pm. Clients enjoy coffees/teas and refreshments, board games, quizzes and sing-songs before a freshly cooked meal, followed by cakes and Bingo! There are also occasional trips out and visitors who come in to entertain us. The Stokenchurch Day Centre is looking for volunteers to help with the cooking. Anyone wishing to volunteer is welcome to come and help as and when it suits them. Please call Alan on 01494 483937 or 07768 287806 parsley.redkite@hotmail.co.uk
Stokenchurch Medical Centre
Bookings are available for a Saturday morning clinic on 17 March. We will be closed for clinician and staff training on the following afternoons; Tuesday 13 March and Thursday 19 April.
Established family run Chimney Sweep in Buckinghamshire, with over 30 years experience. A member of NACS (National Association of Chimney Sweeps) We have a HETAS engineer within the company for all fire and stove installations. PROFESSIONAL CERTIFIED CHIMNEY SWEEP All flues and chimneys swept and inspected. NACS Certificate issued on completion of every job. Fully Insured. Clean-Prompt-Reliable!!
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Pilates Classes High Wycombe Croquet Club
Open All Year - very friendly group Hazlemere Recreation Ground, Amersham Road, Hazlemere HP15 7QW www.hwcroquetclub.com Tel: 01494 858202
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Ideal for sufferers of: Back and joint pain, poor posture, weak or tight muscles and age related conditions. Suitable for men and women of all ages and abilities. MONDAY 6.15PM LONGBURROW HALL, STOKENCHURCH TUESDAY 9.30AM LONGBURROW HALL, STOKENCHURCH THURSDAY 1.30PM WEST WYCOMBE VILLAGE HALL To enrol on the next course contact Alison
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What’s on Villages Lane End Youth & Community Centre
LEYCC, Edmonds Rd, Lane End – 01494 883878 leycc@hotmail.co.uk www.leycc.co.uk
The Friendship Club at Stokenchurch Methodist Church
We meet on the first Saturday of each month, and try to do something different each time. Don’t spend Saturday on your own - come and join us. For more details or lifts contact Jane or Jim on 01494-482880.
Downley Village Evening WI
1st Tuesday of month at 7.45pm Meet at the Community Centre, School Close Downley. Each month we have speakers, members are informed about future events. Refreshments, raffle and a competition make up the format for the evening. 01494 535998 Pat Heath President
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On the second Saturday of every month except September A showcase of local artisan food and craft stalls held in the historic, beautiful Village Hall in the pretty and much-filmed village of Hambleden Organiser: Jo Flowers 01491 637827/07951 278706 jo@dovecote.vnworks.net
Over 65s Lunch Club Stokenchurch
Held every third Tuesday at local venue. Cost under £10.00. Please contact c Peter Lipman 01494 483523 for further details.
Lane End Evening W.I.
We meet in the Sycamore Room, Lane End Village Hall at 8pm. All are welcome. Do come along. Contact Ann Carter 01494 881987
Four Ends Flower Club
Meetings held in Lane End Village Hall on the 4th Thursday of the month at 1.45pm Contact: 01494 482724 or email carol.wheeler1@gmail.com
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What’s on Villages Downley Bridge Club
Thursday Evenings 7pm – 10pm We are a small friendly club and all players with or without a partner are welcome. £2.50 including tea and biscuits. Downley Old School Association HP 13 5TR Penny Hancox 01494 440892
Lane End Bridge Club
Every Monday evening at 7.30 pm and every Wednesday afternoon at 1.30p.m. Lane End Village Hall. It is a friendly club and welcomes people who have some experience of duplicate bridge. We operate a host system, so you can come without a partner. For further information ring Sheila Davies (Sec) on 01628522439
‘Fit For Life’ Pilates Classes
Thursday’s 8-9am and 9-10am at Longburrow Hall, Stokenchurch SUITABLE FOR THE OLDER PERSON WITH A FOCUS ON JOINT PAIN, BACK PAIN, MOBILTY, BALANCE ISSUES, FALLS, PREVENTION, OSTEOPENIA, OSTEOPOROSIS
TO ENROL please contact Matwork Master Teacher Dawn Wilton at totalpilates.uk@gmail.com or call 07711 838947
Downley Evening W.I.
We meet in St James Church, Plomer Hill HP13 5NB on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7.45pm. In January we will hear about Glenn Miller’s disappearance and in February our talk is about “Madagascar”. Come along for a visit. downleyeveningwi.weebly.com Rosemary Byrne 01494538966
South Bucks Art Group
Meet on the 4th Tuesday of the month 11am -3pm. Small art group with visiting artists, working in a variety t of mediums. Holmer Green Village Centre, HP156XG £80 annually. Organiser Lo Smith Tel 01494 881147 or email: lorrainesmith00@gmail.com
Stokenchurch Wine & Beer Circle
We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month from September to June 8pm – 10 pm. Not just about wine & beer! We have a varied programme of talks, tastings, & outings. (Recent talks have been on glow worms, English wines & the Queen’s Butler). Longburrow Hall. For more details contact Larry on 01494-482189
Stokenchurch Community Transport Regular events. Ring for details: Melanie on 01494 482009
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Tinnitus Management Tinnitus is a common symptom of many hearing and ear conditions. Tinnitus is the term for hearing sounds or noises that occur inside your body or head rather than from an outside source. Tinnitus can often be more distressing than the actual condition. This was certainly the case for Nikki Magrath, who suffered sudden, devastating hearing loss over the course of a weekend. The tinnitus, that was a symptom of the damage to the inner ear, was by far the worst element of the whole episode. Tinnitus is nearly always accompanied by hearing loss, and wearing hearing devices certainly seems to help many people manage the symptoms better. Hearing aids enhance the sounds you want to hear, such as speech and general environmental noises, this in turn lessens the effect of the tinnitus. Tinnitus is very closely linked to emotional stress, it is often reported that when stress levels are high, tinnitus seems to be exacerbated. The difficultly is that often the tinnitus itself is causing the heightened stress levels, making it very difficult to cope with. Counselling can really help when tinnitus is significantly impacting your mental health and happiness. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is fast becoming a popular and effective treatment for certain types of tinnitus. Amersham Tel: 01494 733840 Thame Tel: 01844 396057 hear@astonhearing.co.uk
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What causes tinnitus?
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There are many causes of tinnitus. The most common is damage to the inner ear - the cochlea. If there is damage somewhere in the auditory system the brain can try to fill the space with ‘noise’. Damage to the inner ear can occur from exposure to noise, such as going to a very loud music event or gun fire. Sometimes certain prescription drugs cause tinnitus as a side effect. If your outer ear is blocked with wax, this can sometimes make you very aware of tinnitus, as you are no longer hearing everyday environmental noises. Changes in blood flow such as high blood pressure can cause tinnitus and as a result the tinnitus can sometimes be an ‘early warning sign’ of more serious conditions. Tinnitus is a complex issue and there is no miracle cure for the symptoms. The best approach is to offer a personalised support service. We provide a safe place to talk and share frustrations whilst giving qualified information to help fully understand the condition, and offer practical tactics and solutions that help lessen the negative impact on everyday life. A problem shared and better understood often goes a long way to help. Aston Hearing in Amersham and Thame offer monthly coffee morning drop-in sessions, which are free of charge and open to everyone. The sessions work well as often simply sharing experiences and recognising you are not the only person that has the difficulty can help you cope much better in day to day life.
If you have any concerns about your ears or hearing, please contact us. At Aston Hearing we care for all hearing needs. We also have our informal Hear Today Events and hold free, monthly, coffee mornings for anyone to come and talk to us over tea & cake. Check out our website for more details: www.astonhearing.co.uk
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Get Rid of WI-FI Woes Our Wi-Fi internet connections often behave in weird ways. Sometimes we can’t get connected at all, and sometimes we can connect but it’s terribly slow or there’s no internet. Assuming the connection is your own, there are several things you can do. If you’re connected but there’s no internet, theWi-Fi router isn’t connecting to your broadband.Turning it off and back on again usually fixes that. The other problems may be caused by interference or obstacles – for example, you may be in range of many other networks.Your router will have settings to change Wi-Fi channels: experiment with different ones and you’ll often see dramatic results. And watch out for physical blockages, especially metal ones, as they can block signals. If you can’t relocate the router, move it higher up.
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FOR YOUR EVERYDAY FOOT HEALTH NEEDS IN YOUR HOME General foot health and hygiene, high risk feet, diabetes, peripheral arterial disease, arthritis, fungal, ingrown, corns and calluses, verruca, athlete’s foot, dry and cracked heels, massage and sports injuries.
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Doing resistance work helps women Osteoporosis is a condition that makes bones more brittle and prone to fracture. Although osteoporosis can effect men and younger people, post-menopausal women are most at risk. One of the best ways to help maintain healthy bones is to exercise regularly â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which encourages the bones to absorb calcium and other mineral salts that keep bones strong. Weight bearing exercises and weight resistance exercises are best for strengthening bones and muscles and as well as helping to keep bones in good health, may also reduce the likelihood of falls as you age. Weight bearing exercises are those where your body is supporting its own weight, such as walking or housework or carrying groceries. Weight resistance exercise involves pushing or pulling against an additional weight, like a dumbbell or barbell or resistance equipment in a gym.
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Starting at any age will help Everyone can benefit from increasing their activity levels. Studies have shown that people who have already been diagnosed with osteoporosis can improve their bone health significantly through weight bearing exercises, the key is getting good advice on how to move well and how to self-manage. This is where your friendly local osteopath can help. David can screen you for any health concerns that might affect your ability to exercise, help to resolve any injuries or pain that might be holding you back and advise you on what exercises might suit your goals best. David can teach you how to exercise correctly, avoiding injuries and how to gradually build up as your ability and fitness levels improve.
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Gardening
Spring Time Spring is definitely approaching, the nights are getting lighter and the temperature slowly beginning to rise, another gardening season is with us. Your hardy perennials will be starting to pop their heads up above the soil, your shrubs, roses and trees will be forming buds and preparing to put on new, fresh growth. These tough plants will have survived another long winter, and will now need all their energy to give their best in the spring. Like us, to be at their peak, plants need a good balanced diet, full of nutrition and goodness, so with that in mind, this is the ideal time to feed. Fertilisers come in many shapes and sizes, some specific to certain plant types, others just right for any situation. All plants require certain basic nutrients to be at their best, they are Nitrogen, Phosphates and Potassium, and these are found in the most popular fertilisers such as Growmore, which is a manmade product, therefore not suitable for organic gardening - pelleted chicken manure is an ideal choice for the ‘green’ gardener. If your plants need particular help, there are a number of fertilisers ideal for certain tasks. For instance, Bonemeal promotes strong and healthy root growth, Fish, Blood & Bone will increase crop yield while Sulphate of Potash improves fruit and vegetable quality. Acid loving plants such as Camellias and Azaleas cannot be grown successfully in our chalky, Alkaline soil, they must be planted in tubs with Ericaceous compost. You will need to keep an acid balance by applying a liquid Ericaceous feed two or three times a year. You can use all these fertilisers on established plants, but of course don’t forget to add a handful of one of them when planting new plants. Another great help in the feeding depart r ment is organic farmyard manure. A good mulch around the 76
base of shrubs and trees will feed, prevent weeds establishing, protect from hard frosts and retain moisture when the weather improves. Don’t forget to look after your vegetables and fruit bushes too. Applying regular feeds of liquid tomato food will really improve your crops of tomatoes, peppers, chillies and cucumbers, just wait until the first flowers start to show, then feed weekly. Hanging baskets and containers will thank you for adding slow release fertiliser, which is available in pellet form. Just pop a couple in each basket or pot and the pellet will break down over the season, slowly releasing the nutrients into the compost, giving you much more colour and growth throughout the season. We stock all these fertilisers, and indeed many more, so if you require more information, just pop in. Happy Gardening,
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Your Local Theatre Competition
Stepinsideloves…! Cilla the Musical, Strangers on a Train and chances to WIN with Aylesbury Waterside Theatre. The Liverpool sound is coming to Aylesbury for one week only this April with Cilla The Musical Tue 10 – Sat 14 Apr. Written by BAFTA award-winning Jeff Pope, local lass Kara Lily Hayworth takes up the coveted role of Cilla, and is joined by Andrew Lancel (Coronation Street) playing Brian Epstein and Carl Au as Bobby. This spectacular and heart-warming musical adaptation of the critically acclaimed hit ITV television series tells the extraordinary story of the ordinary girl from Liverpool whose teenage dreams of stardom lead her to becoming one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers of all time. The musical score is the ultimate soundtrack to the 60’s including Cilla’s greatest hits Anyone Who Had a Heart, Alfie and Something Tells Me, alongside Twist and Shout by the Beatles, California Dreamin by The Mamas and The Papas’ and many more. As thrillers continue to grip theatregoers around the country, Patricia Highsmith’s 1950’s classic spine-tingler is set to be no exception! Strangers On A Train (Mon 19 – Sat 24 Mar) is full of twists and turns in a tale about two men who meet in the dining carriage of a train. Successful businessman Guy Haines questions his wife’s fidelity and reveals wanting to divorce to marry his mistress Anne.
His new travel companion, playboy Charles Bruno, comes up with a fiendishly inventive idea: he’ll kill Guy’s wife if Guy agrees to bump off Charles’s father, whom he loathes. The perfect double crime! Hannah Tointon (playing Guy’s fiancée Anne), has a theory as to why such stories continue to enthral audiences. “It’s that excitement, maybe, that we all crave… as much as we crave things being safe and calm, maybe we also need that spark. Watching it, you’re living vicariously through the play.” Hannah continues: “I think it’s a shame our lives sometimes become grey, where you do the safe thing.” She laughs. “Not that I’m advocating committing crimes, but it’s interesting how the play explores both sides of us as human beings.” See the seat gripping masterpiece for yourself! Book now by calling 0844 871 7607 (calls 7p per min plus phone company’s access charge) or visit atgtickets.com/Aylesbury.
La great competition! La la la la la! Try something new! To be entered into a draw to win 2x tickets to see La Voix’s One Night only Fri 30 Mar, 7.30pm AND Ellen Kent Opera’s La Traviata Fri 4 May, simply email LA LA LA to Coralie at salesprv@live.co.uk by Friday 23rd March
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Summeer S Spaarkle and Christmas Magic Twice a year a bit of sparkle and magic comes to Stokenchurch enchurch as we gather as a village to socialise, enjoy entertainment for young youn unngg an and oldd alike, browse through a variety of unique and wonderful rful stalls. all Local ggroups gath r raaaising vital including The Day Centre and uniformed organisationss also gather, funds and promoting their services. d The Summer Fete and Christmas Market are also key fund raising events. As all the profits made from these events are donated to local, often less known charities. What is more these village events are planned, organised and delivered by village volunteers, with the support of local people and businesses, in particular, The Betty Messenger Foundation. However, the funding is not guaranteed. The committee now needs to raise the money to run the events. The ‘Preloved Sale’on Saturday 10th March between 10am an 1pm at The Guide and Scout HQ is our first fundraising event. Stall holders are invited to sell their unwanted gifts, crafts and preloved quality items. Villagers are warmly invited to come and browse, discover some bargains or just enjoy some tea and cake. Please do support us in the work we do offering a little bit of summer magic summe ssparkle a kle and Christmas r to Stokenchurch, whilst raising money for those most in need. We simply couldn’t do it w without p ccouldn’ out you. you
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Local Walks
Henley on Thames to Lower Shiplake linear River walk
Anattractivelinearwalkalong theRiverThamesbetweenthe picturesquetownofHenleyand thevillageofLowerShiplake. TheThamesPathoffersgentle walkingforallabilities,with wonderfulviewsoftheriver windingitswaythroughgreen meadows.Onyourreturn youcanrewardyourselfwitha creamteainHenley!
Route: Head out of Henley railway station. You will shortly reach Station Road; turn right and follow the road to the river front. If you have parked at Mill Meadows simply walk across the green to the river front.
Distance: 2½ miles each way (allow 1½ hours). You can get the train back (approximately hourly service). Start: Henley on Thames station (or Shiplake station) If you are coming by car, follow signs to long term parking at the station or at Mill Meadows. Access Information: Level walk throughout. The Thames Path from Henley to Marsh Lock is a wide tarmac path suitable for wheelchairs. From the end of the Marsh Lock footbridge the Thames Path passes through meadows and can get muddy. There is a footbridge with a short slope to it near Bolney Court. Refreshments: There are lots of pubs and tearooms in Henley. There is a pub in Lower Shiplake. 80
When you reach the river front turn right and follow the Thames Path towards Shiplake. You will soon see the River and Rowing Museum on your right, this is well worth a visit, and a good place to stop for refreshments. You will pass through Mill Meadows, then on to a track past ‘The Old House’ on your right and a hundred yards further the footbridge leading to Marsh Lock on your left. Go over the footbridge which will give you spectacular views over the Thames and the rushing weirs. On the Lock Keepers Cottage you can see floodmarks from some of the most severe floods, dating back to 1894.
After Marsh Lock the walk becomes more rural, with wide open views of water meadows on your right and steep wooded hills on your left; you can see the exposed chalk which is so characteristic of the Chilterns. Look out for the ‘Happy Valley’ estate, with its stone bridge (the stones came from Reading Abbey) and The Druids Temple graves which stretch back for 200 metres underground. At the end of the meadow the path swings to the right, away from the river and over a footbridge. Follow the narrow path which goes past Bolney Court and leads to a surfaced lane. Continue along this road (following signs for the ‘Thames Path’), passing many large houses. Towards the end of Bolney Road, you will see the Thames Path signed on your right, just after ‘Rivermead House’. Follow this to Shiplake station. For a map and further information see www.chilternsaonb.org and search ‘Henley to Shiplake stile free walk’. www.chilternviewmagazines.co.uk
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Book Review
Spring Selection
Several years later, one of them breaks the rules and dark forces are unleashed, including a killer teddy bear, zombie crows and a demonic puppet. The five must put aside their differences and come together to appease the box before it’s too late. Aimed at teens and young adults, The Sacrifice Box is a winning blend of coming of age drama and supernatural horror.
This Issue’s collection of recent releases includes modern fairy tales, a psychological thriller and historical fiction at its finest.
White Chrysanthemum –Mary LynnBracht Approximately 200,000 young Korean women and girls were enslaved by the Japanese army in the Second World War. Thousands of these ‘comfort women’ died from the abuse they experienced. White Chrysanthemum tells the fictional story of 15 year old Hana, who is kidnapped after stepping in to rescue her little sister, Emi. Several decades later, we meet Emi in her desperate last attempt to find out what happened to Hana all those years ago. While White Chrysanthemum is, at times, painful to read, it’s impossible to put down and a must-read for lovers of historical fiction.
HappinessFor Humans – P.Z. Reizen Romantic comedy meets sci-fi in this enjoyable novel. Aiden’s creators know that he’s an intelligent piece of software, which can read books in under a millisecond, review films and tell jokes. What they don’t know is that Aiden has developed feelings, or that his favourite person is Jen, who helps develop Aiden’s conversational skills. Aiden decides Jen would be happier in a relationship, so sets her up on a date. But Aiden isn’t the only intelligent AI on the loose, and not all of them have such good intentions. The Toymakers – Robert Dinsdale It’s 1917 and pregnant teenager Cathy Wray seeks sanctuary at a London toy store. She soon discovers that these toys are unlike any she’s ever seen before. There’s a clockwork dog that’s devoted to his master, paper trees that grow from seed, and toy soldiers that wage battles on their own. Cathy learns to call The Emporium home, and the people who own it her family. But then the First World War breaks out, and nothing will ever be quite as magical again. The Toymakers is a must for fans of Erin Morgenstern’s The Night Circus. The Sacrifice Box – Martin Stewart Five friends make a pact one summer’s day, when they find an old stone box in the woods. 82
The Beginning of the World in the Middle oftheNight – Jen Campbell This collection of modern fairy tales is dark, twisted and beautiful, and range from the macabre to the heart-warming. You’ll read about a mermaid in an aquarium, a boy who suspects his sister has two souls, and a man who uses animal hearts to keep his girlfriend’s love. There are elements of well-known myths and fairy stories, but this collection is more Brothers Grimm than Disney. Captivating. Everything Is Lies – HelenCallaghan Sophia arrives home one day to find her mother dead and her father lying in a pool of blood. The police are convinced it’s a clear case of attempted murder-suicide, and Sophia is the only one who can prove her mother’s innocence. As she delves into her mother’s past, she uncovers tales of a secret cult, and learns more about her family, and herself, than she could ever have imagined. A tense psychological thriller with plenty of twists and turns. To advertise here please email salesvv@live.co.uk
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Chocolate & Orange Hot Cross Buns Give the classic hot cross bun a delicious twist with the addition of chocolate chips, orange zest and piped chocolate crosses! Makes 12 Ready in 2 Hours 45minutes
Ingredients: • 500g strong white plain flour, plus extra for dusting • 1/2 tsp salt • 2 tsp ground mixed spice • Zest of 1 orange • 50g caster sugar • 1 x 7g sachet easyblend or fast-action dried yeast • 300ml hand-hot milk • 55g butter, cubed • 1 large egg, beaten • 75g dried mixed fruit • 50g dark chocolate chips
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Place the dough in a clean, lightly greased bowl and cover with oiled cling film. Leave the bowl in a warm place for about 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
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The Great British Spring Clean The Great British Spring Clean campaign, which is taking place on 2 - 4th March, has a simple aim: to bring people across the country together to clear up the litter that blights our towns, villages, countryside and beaches. The campaign is organised by Keep Britain Tidy, an independent charity working towards eliminating litter, ending waste by creating sustainable practices, and improving our beaches, parks and streets. Places to be Proud of The goal of the Great British Spring Clean is to inspire 500,000 people to get outdoors, get active and help clear up the rubbish around them, so that they can ‘live and work in places that they can be proud of and prosper in.’ The campaign works with individuals, businesses, organisations and public bodies, and has some big-name supporters including Coca-Cola Great Britain, Lidl, McDonalds, Wrigley, Costa, Iceland, KFC, Greggs, Stagecoach, the RSPCA, the RSPB and the Marine Conservation Society. Get Involved ‘Join our growing army of #LitterHeroes who have had enough of other people’s litter and are willing to do something about it,’ urges the campaign’s statement. ‘Together we can make a difference and clean up the environment on our doorstep.’ You can do some litter-picking by yourself or with friends and family, although make sure you stay safe, particularly if you’re litter-picking near roads. If you prefer to join an organised event or group, the campaign page has a handy map of what’s on – and you can also enter your postcode to discover events taking place near you. 86
Visit www.keepbritaintidy. org/get-involved/ support-ourcampaigns/ great-british-springclean. At Killingbeck in Leeds, for instance, the plan is to clean up the local nature reserve, making ‘the green space on their doorstep’ a nicer, safer place for both people and wildlife. There are also plans to do a litter pick-up in the areas covered by Leeds Health Walks. Meanwhile, Belper claims to be planning its biggest litter-pick ever on the 3rd March, with several sites targeted for clean ups. There are lots of events on the map already – just click on a virtual map pin to see a snippet appear, then click the snippet heading to find out exactly where and when the event is taking place. Feeling Adventurous? The more adventurous of you may like to combine litter-picking with sightseeing, exercise or both. Wayne Dixon, whose adventures can be tracked by following @WayneKoda on Twitter, is walking and litter-picking his way around the 7,500 miles of Britain’s coastline accompanied by his dog, Koda. He is raising money for Mind and North Inuit Dogs while also supporting Keep Britain Tidy and their Great British Spring Clean campaign. It’s a cause dear to his heart and Koda’s, as Koda nearly lost a leg when he was injured by a discarded can. You may not have a few years to spare to follow in Wayne’s footsteps, but a shorter coastal excursion could be fun. If you like to be on the water rather than walking beside it, you could join the Plastic Patrol, as featured on The Russell Howard Hour. The group paddleboard the waterways of Britain removing discarded plastic. ‘We’ll supply the litter pickers, refuse sacks and we’ll even dispose of everything you find – just come along, do your bit and have fun.’ Visit www.plasticpatrol.co.uk and click on ‘clean-up events’ to find one near you. To advertise here please email salesvv@live.co.uk
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Dr. Kathryn Miller MRCVS Spring is finally here! The sun is out, and the flowers are starting to bloom - but some things in the garden can be surprisingly dangerous to your pet. Daffodil bulbs and flowers can cause gastrointestinal upset, dehydration and collapse, so keep a close eye on your dog if he is a known digger. When trimming the hedges and trees, be careful of how you dispose of the clippings - yew, rhododendrum, labernum and laurel can all cause toxicity if eaten. Whilst protecting your plants from pesky critters, be very cautious about the use of pesticides in areas that your pet can access, and ideally avoid entirely the use of slug pellets – curious pets often ingest these, and they can fatal seizures within hours. Some popular indoor plants can also be dangerous, most notably the lily. All parts of the lily are highly toxic to cats - ingesting just a small amount can cause
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Accounting/Bookkeeping/ Administration Anning Admin 45 Cashtrak 89 Chiltern Consultancy Ltd 17 Coco Accounting 27 FS Estate Planning (Will Writing / Trusts) 8 Rona Herrington 21 Stefanie O’Bryen (Solicitor) 22 Aerials Aerial - Tech Solutions Ltd 15 Amersham Aerial Fix Ltd 59 TVT Aerials & Satellites 51 Building&ConstructionServices Acorn Building & Construction 17 AMG Construction 11 E P Building Ltd 31 Hammond Construction 55 Homes Made Happy 47 LPB Builders Ltd 43 M C Taylor 60 Wolstenholme Ltd (Architects)24 Carers/HomeHelp/CareHomes Professional Care Services 13 Profile Marketing Services 2 Risborough Carers Ltd 87 Carpentry&Joinery Aspect Carpentry 73 Aston Woodware 41 D J Carpentry Services 93 Out of the Woods 45 Cleaning A1 Clean Sweep (Chimneys) 69 Cleaning with a Smile 21 Oven Proud 89 Oventeam 33 Priority Service Ltd 42 Procare Cleaning Ltd 59 Squeaky Clean Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning 84 Community Stokenchurch Fete 79 Stokenchurch Parish Council32 Thame Country Fair 63 ComplementaryTherapy Bodyworkz Massage Therapy 93 David Gray Osteopath 75 Diana Cliffe 83 Feet Treat 32 Fiona Gibbard 77 Grovewood Foot Clinic 74 Helen Boehm 51 Lilli May 66 Wayne Twitchen 79 ComputerServices Chiltern Computer Services 70
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Caz Yoga 73 Dawn Wilton (Pilates) 71 Independent Living Consultants 51 Oakview Restorations Ltd 37 Onyx Health & Fitness 69 The Garden Room 46 Tracey Davis (Pilates) 66 Yangsheng School of Tai Chi and Qigong 52 HomeImprovements Airs House Carpets 41 Allan Robinson (Painting & Decorating) 29 Bay Tracks (Curtains & Poles) 41 Bondright Roofing Services 22 Chiltern Stoves 93 Coulon Stone 10 Country Roofing Ltd 13 D.D. White Plastering Specialist 39 DC Home Improvements 20 Green Square Stokenchurch13 Home Improvement Garage Doors 95 Jon Woodbridge (Painter & Decorator) 69 Leocraft 33 1 North Mill Stoves 81 Oakley Wood Limited 39 R S Hall Upholstery 10 Shutter Spec Security 18 Simple Kitchens (Thamee) Ltd 23 Stoneworld (Kitchens)) 6 Stuart Law or) 71 (Painter & Decorato The 50 + 10 Tony Reeve Ho ome ovements 6 Impro Hotels,RestaurantsandCafes Coco Tamarind 9 Kinggs Hoteel (The) 28 Lambert Arms ( The ) 14 LeisureActivitiesandEvents Floral Vintage Crockery 33 3 Mike Kingdom (Stamp Collector) 7 Splat Cooking Ltd 42 11 Stagecoacch Thame Thaame Snooker Club 24 Locksmiths Promac Locksmiths 52 RPC Locksmiths 7 PestControl All Types 89 PetHealth&Services Crossroads Veterinary Centre 91
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Based in Thame, we offer a full range of garage services from our clean & friendly workshop. We offer the following services: • Servicing and Mechanical Repairs • MOT Testing and Repairs • Terraclean – Reduce emissions, restore MPG & regain performance • Excellent Tyre Prices • Brakes, Batteries and Exhausts • Full diagnostics - All Makes & Models • Remapping • Air conditioning (re-gas and servicing) • Have your vehicle serviced while your kids play • Frree local collection & delivery
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