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JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2017 ISSUE 24
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CHILTERN VIEW SERVING THE RESIDENTS AND SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESS Delivered free to homes and businesses in and around Thame, Tetsworth, Towersey, Postcombe, Moreton, Tiddington & Long Crendon
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Editors’ Letter Welcome to the January / February issue of Chiltern View Thame magazine. We have a very exciting start to our year as our Chiltern View Villages magazine is celebrating its 100th issue. We are so proud to have reached this milestone at the beginning of 2017 and we know from the wonderful feedback that many of you have been reading and using our magazine for all of those issues (over 11 years). We have printed and distributed hundreds of thousands of magazines across our three titles and we would like to thank all our loyal advertisers and our amazing delivery teams for making this possible. Our deliverers are local people, of all ages, who pop 24000 magazines through doors every 2 months, come rain or shine and we couldn’t do this without them. As most of you know, we decided several years ago not to send out Christmas Cards to our lovely advertisers but instead to use that money to support a local charity. This year our donation will be going to Thame Youth Memorial, which is a charity in Thame that created and maintains a garden, to provide a safe place to gather and support people following the premature death of a young person and the impact it has, not just on the family, but the whole community. The Memorial Garden in Thame Upper High Street is a beautiful area where people can go to remember and reflect. For more information go to www.thameyouthmemorial.org. Wishing you all a happy and healthy 2017. Until the next time…
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manager James Miller agrees that this approach is a major factor in his success. ‘The truth is that it’s not just the personal satisfaction that I get from doing a good job but also it makes good business sense. I get a huge amount of business from friends and family of people I’ve done work for, which just goes to show how much a little bit of effort is appreciated as both my customers and, obviously a body as nationally important as Which? now recognise.’ So, if your windows are steamed up, broken or damaged give James a call for a free quotation on 0800 61 21 118 and he’ll be happy to help!
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be arranged for those who may not have their own transport. Meetings offer the opportunity to get together for a chat over a cuppa and cakes in a supportive and informal atmosphere. We may invite a speaker to a meeting, or take the opportunity to share recent local and national information or to simply catch up on news. Whether you have just been diagnosed, are currently undergoing treatment or completed your active treatment a while ago, the group offers friendship, emotional support and practical, up-to-date information. Above all, the group offers an understanding voice at the end of the phone should you ever need it. If you or someone you care about has been affected by breast cancer, please do take a look at the Bosom Friends website www.bosomfriends.org.uk; alternatively if you prefer, please call Jan on 01844 290362.
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Continuing our 5 Star Service into the New Year With Christmas fast approaching we’re all thinking about the important things in life. Important things like family, love, friendship, kindness and community.
I was sitting down thinking about this the other day and what’s important to us here at Thame Cars all year round, not just at Christmas. We’ve been selling, servicing, hiring and fixing cars for over two decades and throughout this time we’ve held certain values to be important. Every day we strive to make the lives of our customers happy, simple, safe & convenient. I think you and I can agree that none of us can have too much happiness in our lives, and this is front and centre of the way operate. After all, it doesn’t take much to treat people with respect and good humour. Too many things in life are more complicated than they need to be. And we take a real pleasure in simplifying the processes of buying, servicing or hiring a car from us. Simple is good, and if we can’t explain the process to a six year old we go back to the drawing board and start again until we can. When it comes to your car, safety is always going to be one of your most important considerations, which is why it had to make it
into our short list. It’s perhaps taken as granted that everybody who goes near your car’s inner workings is a qualified technician, but it’s important to us to go above and beyond. By making sure that we give all the cars we prepare for sale an additional 100 point safety check you can be certain that you’re being looked after. Nobody enjoys inconvenience, but it’s almost an unwritten rule that some things in life will be awkward. We don’t want servicing your car to fall into this category which is why we do everything we can to make it stress-free and easy, with minimal impact on your busy life. After all, just because we enjoy hanging around a garage all day doesn’t mean that you should have to. So we offer an efficient collection & return service that eliminates as much of the hassle as possible. Christmas is a time for reflecting and refocusing on the important things in life. The most important thing for us is you, our wonderful customers. And we’re perpetually on the lookout for more ways we can make your life happy, simple, safe & convenient.
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Thame Players
New Year’s Shows
boy, to under gardener and then to the responsibilities of managing people as Head Gardener; these he treats with a gentle good humour and plenty of endearing country common sense. The piece is sprinkled with witticisms and epithets, a gentle humour, all much in the traditionally understated English style of the early 20th century.
Simon and Garfunkel: Through the Years Bookends Friday 20th January at 7.45pm Tickets £12 Bookends perform the most authentic sounding tribute to the unforgettable music of Simon & Garfunkel. Made up of Dan Haynes & Pete Richards, Bookends have toured extensively with their concerts being described as ‘simply breathtaking’.
This wonderful production deserves a much wider audience and a long run! The end of the piece, where, though never spoken aloud, his true feelings are revealed, is one of the most moving I have seen in a long time... take your hanky!
Performing the songs in a truly captivating way, against a backdrop of images and video footage, their delicate recreation of the unmistakable sound of the American folk-rock duo is something of a masterpiece. One of the greatest tribute shows anywhere in the world” – Stuart Cameron, BBC and ITV Broadcaster
Another Evening of Words and Music Sunday 29th January at 7.45pm Tickets £10, concessions £8 Patrick Collins has produced another of his thoroughly enjoyable evenings in aid of Amnesty International. Performers include Bruce Alexander, best known for Inspector Mullett in Frost but is also an RSC actor and performed in many TV dramas over the years. Music includes performance by operatic singer, Adrian Thompson.
Old Herbaceous Saturday 4th February at 7.45pm Tickets £12 Herbert recounts his transformations and epiphany moments through his times as a lowly gardener’s
The Boodlam Band Friday 10th February at 7.45pm Tickets £9, concessions £8 After an absence of well over two years we are delighted to welcome back The Boodlum Band with their quirky style of most entertaining music. Describing themselves as the ‘oldest boy band in the business’ gives you the idea of their zany humour. But be assured these highly talented musicians provide top quality music generously laced with laughter all the way. OPEN AUDITIONS Wednesday 11th January 2017 from 7.45pm at The Players Theatre, Nelson St Thame OX9 2DP for ‘Absent Friends’ by Alan Ayckbourn Tickets for all shows are available from our website on www.thameplayers.co.uk or from Spear Travels on 01844 217228 or visit them at Greyhound Walk Thame.
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Which show is Herbert in? a) Simon and Garfunkle – through the years b) Old Herbaceous c) The Boodlum Band Email your answer to: to Steph at thameview@live.co.uk by Thursday 23rd February 2017
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Ménière’s Disease A condition of the Inner Ear and Vestibular System
Ménière’s disease is named after a French Physician Prosper Ménière who in 1800’s worked at a deaf/mute institute in France and studied the condition, that they finally put his name to. Ménière’s is a condition of the inner ear affecting balance and hearing. It is thought to be caused by unusually large amounts of a fluid called endolymph creating a build up of pressure in the inner ear. This pressure can cause the inner ear Treatments control symptoms rather than curing the condition. Having Ménière’s can affect your mental health and have a impact on to send abnormal messages to the brain resulting in dizziness, vomiting your whole family. The balance aspect of the condition can prevent you from driving and involve days when you cannot leave your bed. and dulled hearing. It is often described by sufferers as a feeling of ‘fullness in the ear’, and can lead on to dramatic unpredictable, devastating attacks of severe vertigo, fluctuating hearing loss, nausea, vomiting and dizziness. Longer term effects of the condition can include permanent hearing loss and tinnitus and on-going balance problems.
Exact causes of the condition are unknown but there are potential links to circulation problems, viral infections, allergies, the immune system, migraines or genetic factors.
How to cope day-to-day: Get up slowly giving senses time to adjust to being upright. Take time out. Regular exercise including yoga and pilates to maintain flexibility and strength which can help balance and aid relaxation. Wearing sunglasses can relieve eye strain. Carry medication on you at all times. Listen to relaxation tapes at night. Use night lights to avoid harsh electric light. Use hearing aids that have a remote control and different programmes to help cope with fluctuating hearing loss. Look after your mental health - talk to people, you are not on your own.
Over our 30 years of practice we meet many people living with Ménière’s disease. We have helped them practically with hearing technology that allows them to adjust the levels to suit different stages of the condition. On a less practical level we feel some of the best help we can offer is social and mental support. We have been working together with Amersham Tinnitus & Ménière’s society to provide an outlet for people to meet and share experiences in a safe,guided place. Out next events are:Tuesday 7th February 10.00am - 12pm in Thame Town Hall and Friday 10th February 10am -12pm at Flint Barn Court, Old Amersham. Please join us, or if you can’t make these dates, register your interest and we will keep you informed of future events, which may include weekend and evening get togethers if we can garner sufficient interest. www.astonhearing .c o.uk 01494 733840 (Amersham) - 0184 4 39 6 057 (Thame) email:- kate@astonhearing .c o.uk to register your interest
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TAKE THE STRESS OUT OF BOOKING A FAMILY HOLIDAY Trying to organise a holiday for all of the family is not always the easiest thing to do; finding the right hotel to suit all age groups including some relaxation time for the adults can be a challenge. At Spear Travels we have been booking family holidays for over 30 years offering independent and impartial advice. Being ABTA and ATOL protected gives you total peace of mind. As parents ourselves we are experts at finding the perfect family holiday, and creating memorable experiences. Family FAVOURITES • We recommend resorts to suit all your family members • We can guarantee interconnecting/family friendly rooms in selected hotels • We choose family friendly flight times
• In selected resorts we offer ‘Baby go Lightly’ service • Kids concierge on selected holidays • We can source crèches, nannies, kids clubs and teens clubs • Nannies are available onboard flights to selected destinations • Experts in arranging multigenerational holidays • Experts at creating itineraries to engage your teenagers in the family holiday experience DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT… This is what our customers have to say: “You may remember that we recently returned from a trip to Dubai we booked through you, we had a really wonderful time, so thank you for all your help and advice. We are now looking at options for our family holiday next spring and I’m wondering if you are able to recommend a family friendly resort, where we will be able to have a family suite or adjoining rooms. After much investigation and guidance from the Spear Travels Team we opted for Mauritius as it perfectly met all of our requirements.” Mrs Barclay, Buckinghamshire “Thank you for your ‘welcome home’ card. I am pleased to tell
you that we very much enjoyed our trip to Crete. The whole trip went extremely smoothly and the resort lived up to expectations and was lovely. The holiday representative was at the airport to meet us on arrival and introduced us to our taxi driver. The same taxi driver collected us, at exactly the planned time, to take us back to the airport on the day of departure. Thank you for your help with arranging our holiday, we had a lovely time and were impressed with the overall package.” Mrs Berrill, Oxford “Spear Travels helped me to book my first holiday with my young daughter and teenage son, the arrangements were perfect and we had a wonderful relaxing time in a serene environment together.“ Mrs Edwards, Buckinghamshire There are so many great holiday offers – leave it to Spear Travels to find just the right holiday for you and your family.
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A warm welcome to Radhuni Restaurant, the best place in Princes Risborough to discover exotic and aromatic Indian food. Established in 2004 and recently refurbished, we proudly continue to serve luscious food, blended with the best, richest spices. Discovering a new and different food culture can be exciting and exhilarating, so we like to ensure that you have the best experience with our food. At Radhuni, you can never be disappointed; our excellent, easy-going staff will ensure your experience to be pleasant and delightful. Our menu lists a sumptuous selection of Indian and Bangladeshi dishes, newly refreshed with an updated food and wine menu coming in 2017. Our chef has also created unique, appetising dishes that are only for you. You can choose from any of our wide variety of fine wines from around the world and delicious beverages. Not only will you be impressed with the wonderful food but you will appreciate the stunning décor of a 550-year-old building.
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Walk lengths: circular routes of 2 and 5.5 miles Starting point: The Village Centre, Chinnor Discover the rich geology of the Chilterns on these circular walks and find out what the chalk rock of the Chilterns Hills means for our local wildlife and our local history. You can also follow part of the Ridgeway National Trail, visit a nature reserve and a picturesque Chilterns village and enjoy some stunning views over the Vale of Oxford. And there is a charming pub en route! The route follows the Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway line to the pretty village of Bledlow which is a very popular location for the Midsome Murders series: the church doubles as Badger’s Drift Church and the Lions of Bledlow pub is better known as the Queens Arms. You can make a slight detour to visit the tranquil Lyde Water Garden, whose pools were once used for growing watercress. Climbing up Chinnor Hill through the woods brings you to an open grassy area managed by the Berks Bucks and Oxon Wildlife Trust which is covered in wildflowers in summer including gentians
and orchids. Take a rest on the bench and drink in the views.
Chinnor chalk pit
On the way back down you can follow the Ridgeway a short distance to get a glimpse of the huge water-filled chalk pits which are the legacy of 90 years of cement-making in Chinnor. This industry quarried the chalk and at its peak was producing 5,600 tonnes of cement a week. Bond movie lovers may recognise the chalk pits from the opening hovercraft sequence in Die Another Day. You’ll need stout footwear as some of the paths can be muddy. There are some steep ascents and descents on the longer route and several stiles. The Chinnor Circular Walks are part of the Chilterns Country series of walking routes produced by the Chilterns Conservation Board. You can download a free leaflet for it which has a route map and detailed route directions, plus lots of other useful information. Download it from www. chilternsaonb.org/walk-ridesleaflets-2 It’s also part of the free Handheld Tours app. Chinnor Circular Walk front cover
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A Fresh Start
The start of a new year is often the time when we take a critical look at our lives and think about making some changes. Whether you want to take up a new hobby or start your own business, this month’s books are for you… The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying: A Simple, Effective Way to Banish Clutter Forever Marie Kondo
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into dynamite’. There are case studies, exercises, and useful resources, along with plenty of practical information. And, unlike many other books in this genre, it’s also actually enjoyable to read.
ranging from a Babygro to a cocktail dress. Aimed at all abilities, this could well prove to be indispensable for new and experienced sewers alike.
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A single teenage mum, a grieving widow, a photographer, a recluse, a man trying to do what’s right. Characters with very different outlooks and lives, but their stories are all entwined. And their flaws, hopes and buried dreams are all too identifiable. They all need to allow themselves to heal and trust if they’re to take those first tentative steps towards a better life.
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Happy New Year! Is your happiness meter half full or half empty? Are you optimistic or is gloom and doom the order of the day? Perhaps a a bit of both, expressing both pleasure and discontent. ‘Happy’ means “feeling pleasure or satisfaction.” Mick Jagger, despite wealth and fame sang “I can’t get no satisfaction”. Happiness, too, is difficult to find. One way is to give to others and to receive their gratitude. Bridges trains carers to provide specialist home
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I am thinking about getting a dog. What do I need to consider? It is an important decision. A dog could be with you for the next fifteen years or more. There are so many considerations: a puppy, an older dog, a pedigree, a crossbreed and which sex? It can feel daunting, but there is help available – you are not alone. Not all dogs have the same requirements, yet they will all demand your commitment as a responsible dog owner.
Do you have a preference for walks around the block, or would you enjoy a dog that can climb those Scottish Munros? Will he or she be alone at home? If so, what is the cost of the nearest doggy day care? Remember that a working type dog will quickly become “self-employed” if not kept entertained. How much will he or she eat and is this affordable? Then there is the cost of vaccination, parasite control and health care. Good sites are accessible on the Internet. The Kennel Club have lovely descriptions regarding the character, feeding and exercise
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conditions). Cash purchase offers are also available. Valuations will be provided free of charge, with no obligation. High quality illustrated catalogues from previous auctions will be given away on a complimentary basis in order for the public to get a better idea of the services available. We will also be holding an event in Dunstable on Tuesday 14th February. If you have any questions feel free to contact Lockdales’ Martlesham offices: 01473 627110, sales@lockdales.com
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Local Community Events
January / February 2017
Thame Mayor’s New Year’s Day Amble The Mayor of Thame, Linda Emery, has planned a leisurely walk for New Year’s Day to raise funds for her charities, the Red Kite Childrens Centre and the Thame Youth Centre. The walk, to be led by members of Thame & Wheatley Ramblers, is 4 miles to the Thame boundary, starting at St. Mary’s Church at 11:30am and finishing at Racquets Fitness Centre. The cost is £5 and will include a soup lunch at the finish. Bring a drink with you and don’t forget it may be muddy! All are welcome, just turn up on the day (Can be removed if not enough space!). For more information or if you want to register get in touch with Linda at lindaemery@btinternet.com.
Princes Risborough, HP27 9AX from 10.00am - 5.00pm. Adrian Harford, 01296 41510 risexmanager@rdmrc.org.uk, www.rdmrc.org.uk The whole of the Community Centre in the spring each year. Allowing local modellers
Thame Flower Club meets in Church House, 2pm on the 4th Wednesday of each month. On Wednesday 25th January In House Competition ‘Tranquility’ On Wednesday 22nd February AGM & Lunch.
Jumble Sale! Saturday 21st January: Jumble Sale at pm until 3.30pm. 20p admission. Great Bargains...bric-.a-brac and raffle. In Aid of Cancer Research U.K. Thame Shed A group in Thame are proposing a shed, open and refurbishing whilst watching, or helping,
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Mondays @ 5.30pm and 7.30pm Thame Snooker Club, 1a St Andrews Court, Wellington St, Thame, OX9 3WT Call Sam: 07850 829581
Wednesdays @ 3.30, 5.30pm and 7.30pm Baptist Church Hall, Bell Street, Princes Risborough, HP27 0AD Call Emma: 07879 685164
Thursdays @ 5.30pm and 7.30pm St Andrews School, Station Road, Chinnor, OX39 4PU Call Charlotte: 07932 949599
Mondays @ 5.30pm and 7.30pm Longburrow Hall, Park Lane, Stokenchurch, High Wycombe, HP14 3TQ Call Debbie: 07824 641510
Wednesdays @ 5.30pm & 7.30pm Thame Snooker Club 1a St. Andrews Court, Wellington Street, Thame, OX9 3WT Call Sam: 07850 829581
Thursdays @ 9.30am Princes Risborough Community Centre, Wades Park, Princes Risborough, HP27 9AX Call Emma: 07879 685164
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Local Clubs & Organisations
January / February 2017
Thame & Wheatley Ramblers The Thame & Wheatley group of the Ramblers organise long and short walks throughout the year locally and in the Chilterns and Cotswolds. We also work to protect and improve the footpath network. More details are on the website www.ramblers-oxon.org.uk or phone 01844 213608. Thame Pop Choir Meetings Tuesdays at 8pm (termtime) 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 our waiting list. Thame Players Want You! Thame Players is a thriving amateur theatre group with over 200 members and friends, founded 70 years ago. We present a wide variety of quality productions from Shakespeare to pantomime, putting on five productions of our own every year, together with a range of visiting shows. Whether you wish to audition for a part, work backstage or help ‘front of house’ selling programmes, checking tickets or assisting on the bar, we need you! We rely on unpaid volunteers for all these roles. If you’re interested please call Tony Long on 07938 857291 or e-mail thameplayers@gmail.com Thame Town Cricket Club
way for a brand new clubhouse in 2018. Website - www.thamecricket.org.uk / Call Andy on 07968201152 / or email us on marketing@thamecricket.org.uk
New members always welcome. Help your community. www.thameanddistrictlions.org.uk The Chilterns Art Group drew and painted. The group meet every Monday evening from 7.00pm-9.30pm Risborough (opposite the Church). Come and see us or call 01844 216882 for more information.
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CBCV is a group of dedicated volunteers that helps to maintain the Cuttle Brook nature reserve in Thame. We third Sunday and the last Wednesday. 10.00am in refreshments. Work finishes around 1.00pm. Email: info@cuttlebrook.org.uk Website: www.cuttlebrook.org.uk Thame Hockey Club www.thamehockey.co.uk We welcome players of all abilities training on a Wednesday or Thursday evening at Thame 9am-11am for ages 6 to 14. From humble beginnings in 2008, the club is growing steadily divisions. If you are interested in playing please contact the club secretary. Email: info@thamehockey.co.uk
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The Society was formed to bring together people who are interested in all aspects of history, especially Thame. Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month in Thame Barns Centre at 7.30pm. Contact Rosalie Gibson 01844 213948 or visit the website www.thamehistoricalsociety.org.uk Thame Digital Camera Club Cross Keys Public House, Thame. Held on the 1st Monday of each month emailus@thamedigitalcameraclub.co.uk www.thamedigitalcameraclub.co.uk
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Thame Duellists Fencing Club Learn fencing with Thame Duellists Fencing Club, Thame Leisure Centre, Thursdays during term. 7-11 year olds 6pm; over 11s/adults from 6.45pm. Email thameduellistsfencingclub@gmail.com or contact club chairman James Kingston on 07947 049511 for more details.
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Local Clubs & Organisations
January / February 2017
TCC2 (Thame Children’s Choir) At John Hampden School on Sundays from 4pm – 5pm. New members are always welcome. More information is available from the website www.tcc2. org or tel (01844) 292088/215680. Come and try us out!
Thame and District Round Table
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 27th March – 25th September on Sundays and Bank Holidays from 2pm-5pm. Adults £2.50 & Children (5-15) £1.00. For enquiries, call 01844 275871. www.laceygreenwindmill.org.uk
together, and benefit local causes. We meet Tuesday evenings to participate in a varied program of activities check the website for details. If you are new to the area,
Thame Bridge Club Meets every Monday at Christ Church, Upper High Street, Thame, 7.30pm start. Secretary Christine Gray Tel: 01844 208287. Beginners teaching ring Cyril Meek Tel: 01844 212754 email cyril.meek@btinternet.com Lord William’s Festival Chorus L.W.F.C. is a non auditioned community choir of over 100 singers. Rehearsals - Lord Williams’s Upper School Hall, Oxford Road, Thame, OX9 2AQ on Monday evenings at 7.30.p.m. in term time. www.lordwilliamsfestivalchorus.org.uk Contact details are on the website. Cassiopeia – Africa Drum Circle West African Drumming!!! Mixed level class every Thursday from 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Drums supplied. All ages most welcome so come and join the fun! Memorial OX9 2DN. For more information, contact Jan on: Tai Chi 07717 798979 for information. www.chenacademy.com Thame Shed needs a Shed
www.menssheds.org.uk
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into your local community. Dovecote meets on Wednesday and Friday 10.00am - 2.00pm
Thame Basketball Club
team@thametigers.com or check out our website for more details: www.thametigers.com. Alex Glass – Head Coach 07827 933901. We meet on the third Saturday in the month at the Guide Headquarters in Southern Road Thame at 2.00pm. We welcome widows & widowers & anyone who has lost a long-term partner. Our members enjoy outings, speakers, more information contact: Dianne.hirst100@btinternet.com
We are looking for more clients to join us on a Tuesday from 9.30am – 2.30pm. We are in the Baptist Church going strong on the last Tuesday of the month, please come along and have a coffee and join in with our Merry Songsters, and if you want you can sample our home cooked lunch too. For more details, phone 01844 208508. Thame Seniors Keep Fit As our name suggests, we’re mainly at the older end of the age spectrum. We’ve been running for eight years and meet once a week on Monday evenings at Thame Barns Centre for 45 mins of gentle exercise. The ladies session starts at 5.00pm and the mens at 6.00pm. Sessions are £3.00 per person per week. Contact details are: thamekeepfit@hotmail.com or call on 01844 215822 or just come along.
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Welcome… Eat Well, Laugh Much, Drink Often. Andy and Emma welcome you to The Boot refurbished modern country pub and eating house. Whether you’re looking for a family lunch or dinner, company celebration or a meal with friends, we have fresh locally produced food, local ales and fabulous wines. The menu reflects the chef’s desire to create exciting dishes suitable for all taste buds.
View our menu at our website: www.theboot-bledlowridge.co.uk Please book ahead for large bookings to avoid disappointment.
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Local Clubs & Organisations
January / February 2017
Thame Badminton Club Thame Badminton Club welcomes players for both social and competitive play every Wednesday evening from 8.00pm – 10.30 pm at Thame Leisure Centre. Non-members and visitors are welcome any time to pay and play, and for those who would like to test their skills in competition we also have a number of teams playing in local leagues in both Aylesbury and Oxfordshire. For more information, please contact: Club Chairman - Rob Sutton at rob@robsuttonmarketing.com Tel: 01865 890580 or 07971 288561 or Jacqui Williams – 01296 747951. Greatest Hits Choir We rehearse term time Thursdays in Thame 8.00pm. No need to read music. Local concerts each term. All your favourite tunes and more! New term starts 5th January. Free taster session. Visit website for further details: www.greatesthitschoir.co.uk. Contact Carol Canning 07704 886418 Thame Speakers Club Thame Speakers meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7.45pm to 10.00pm at the Chinnor Rugby Club. Non-members are very welcome to come along and watch the speakers for free. The club’s objective is to help its members improve their
information. www.thamespeakers.co.uk
The Rotary Club of Thame the Spread Eagle Hotel on Wednesdays at 7.30 pm. Thame’s website: www.thame.rotary1090.org Inner Wheel Club of Thame
first Thursday of each month at 2.30pm to 4.00pm. Guest Speaker at main meeting each month. Over 300 minded, part or fully retired people. Membership ann-powell@outlook.com Thame Tennis Club 4 new artificial clay courts and 2 macadam hard courts – all
Thame & District Day Centre The Thame & District Day Centre is a small local charity providing day care, support and friendship to older, surrounding villages. We meet on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9.30am to 3.00pm on the site of
no membership or joining fee to pay. Current special offer - deposit 4 sessions into your account and get a
Thame Belles WI
third Monday of the month in the Town Hall at 7.30pm.
third Thursday of the month 8pm and guests are always welcome. We have a modern view of the WI, with members ranging in age from 18+. We run a fun and varied meetings programme alongside trips, social and community events and many clubs, including book club, crochet club and quiz club. See http://thamebelleswi.wix. com/belles or search for Thame Belles on Facebook. If you would like to share information about a club or society local to you, please email us at thameview@live.co.uk or call us on 07712 816336. Please try and keep your entry to a maximum of 50 words as this service is free of charge and we would really like to be able to fit everyone in!
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Auctioneers Lockdales 37 Book Keeper Rona Herrington 45 Builders Hammond Construction 2 Car & Van Hire Thame Service Centre14/15 Carers Risborough Carers 21 Carpenter AD Carpentry 30 Chiltern Carpentry 10 Carpet Cleaning Squeaky Clean 6 Charity Zane 10 Cleaning Priority Service 43 Procare 29 Copywriting Services Cats Pyjamas 27 Curtains & Blinds Bay Tracks 29 Crockery Hire Floral Vintage Crockery 17 Domestic Appliance Repairs Sharley Domestics 30 Drama School Stage Coach Thame 41
Electrician Altea Electrics Ben Quarman
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Garage Services Browns Thame 1/48 F W 4x4 10 Thame Service Centre 14/15 Garden Buildings BBD Leisure Buildings 17/29 Gardening Services Caz Renshaw Design 13 Priority Service 43 Garden Maintenance Rand Contracting 6 Hairdressers Brothers – Thame 24/25 Handyman Hearing Services Aston Hearing Services 19 Heating Engineer Oil Serv 43 Home Care
The Lambert Hotel 6 Jazzercize Janey’s Jazzercise Class 13 Jewellers Aylesbury Bullion 17 Lawn Mower Services Peter Farrell Mechanical Engineering 27 Locksmiths
Bob Bryant Minibus Services Thunderbirds Mobility Specialists Independent Living Consultants Motor Services James Drew
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Office Space Regus Personal Goals Slimming World Pest Control Control Services Physiotherapist Plumber Premium Plumbing Adapt Project Solutions Ltd Restaurants Radhuni Restaurant Snooker Club Thame Snooker Club Stoves
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Windows Silent View 3 Window Doctor 2 Window Cleaners Cloudy2Clear Oxford Ltd 7 Wood Furniture and Flooring Oakley Wood Limited 9 Yoga Carolyn Hitchcock 45
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Premium Plumbing & Heating Here at Premium Plumbing & Heating, we are a family run business; our expertise is complimented by the personal touch that a family run business can offer. We specialise in all aspects of domestic plumbing, heating and complete bathroom and kitchen refurbishments. The daily operations of the company are run by Michael and Glynn Powis, Michael having over 16 years’ experience in the plumbing and heating industry and Glynn having 16 years’ experience in the building industry. We feel with our wide range of knowledge we can offer the best possible service, and pride ourselves on our excellent customer service and high quality workmanship. All work is carried out with the customer’s needs in mind, from a leaky tap to complete plumbing, heating bathroom & kitchen designs.
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