The Advertiser April 2012

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Advertiser Essential shops & services with everything you need – all wonderfully local!

Inside this month: Birdie Review Selby Lowndes Solicitors Rubies Dog Grooming Spa Talk with the Vet: Puppies Top Tees at Carswell Golf & Country Club Promoting local business, trade and services.

Advertise! Be Seen! Call Lou 01367 246136 / 07894 554551

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Call Lou on 07894 554551 Email: lou@bordengate.com

Paul Horton; the art of the storyteller Paul Horton is one of the UK’s most well known contemporary artists. He has worked with publishers Washington Green Fine Art for ten years now and the piece featured on the front cover, The Three Jesters, was one of his first ever published artworks. “I wanted to be an artist for as long as I can remember, on recalling my childhood it seems I was always drawing and painting - it became the very fabric of my life,” says Paul.

Paul’s work has evolved over the years as his inspirations and ideas have changed. His early work very much focused on puppet theatre and developing characters and stories around this. Nowadays, Paul has turned his attention to scenes of everyday life and through his charming portrayal, makes the ordinary, extraordinary, as shown here in his most recently released piece, Here Comes The Summer.

Paul’s art work is available at Castle Galleries, located around the UK www.castlegalleries.com

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WHO’S NEXT?

BBC Radio Oxford BBC Radio Oxford’s Phil Gayle presented his Breakfast Show from Faringdon’s i-Cafe on Budget Day. The Vale of White Horse is leading the way in new business start ups in Oxfordshire. Over the last three years there have been 227 new businesses across the Vale, this is an increase of 1.6%.

Faringdon Chamber of Commerce provided breakfast for around thirty business owners who came along to an impromptu networking meeting, many of whom were interviewed by Phil and gave their views on what they wanted for small businesses from the Chancellor in his Budget. Mike O’Keefe, owner of the i-Cafe was later interviewed by the BBC and said he was “disappointed that the Chancellor had not reduced business rates for start-up businesses”.

Faringdon Town Council Community Awards Faringdon Town Council 2012 Community Awards will be

Call Trish: 01367 820060 Cowleaze Farm, Woolstone, Oxon SN7 7QS Email: thedogstudio@live.co.uk

presented on Tuesday 10th April at 7:30pm in The Corn Exchange.

There will be three awards this year: · The Clive Davis Community Hero Award, sponsored by Faringdon Town Council – The Finalists are - Mike Robinson for his work at Faringdon Family Centre; Gordon & Anne Dowell for their charity work and Peter Wentworth for his work to promote Faringdon. · The Group Award, sponsored by Faringdon Town Council – The Finalists are – Faringdon Fire & Rescue Service; Faringdon Scouts & Explorers and the Free Church Cemetery Trust. · The Business Award – sponsored by Faringdon Chamber of Commerce – The Finalists are – Costcutters; Faringdon Lifestyle & Mobility and Pat Thomas Butchers.

Details on each finalist can be found in Faringdon Community & Tourist Information Centre. Votes can be places in ballot boxes at the C&TIC and Town Council offices or posted to C7TIC at The Corn Exchange, Corn Market, Faringdon SN7 7JA or emailed to sally@faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk

Faringdon Busines Breakfast Club FBBC is a lively but informal Business Networking Club which has been attended by in excess of 300 members during its 9 year existence. FBBC meets at 7.30 a.m. on the first working Monday of each month at the Sudbury House Hotel. There is no membership fee and no limitations on which businesses can attend. More information can be found on the Club's website: http://www.fbbc-networking.co.uk FBBC's next meeting will be on Tuesday 2nd April and instead of a speaker, once everyone has introduced themselves, there will be an opportunity to have three "one-to-one" meetings with other members present, a sort of "speed networking".

This slightly different format always proves popular, so please e-mail paul.brame@morgan-cole.com or call the booking line on 0845 003 1340 if you wish to attend FBBC in April; newcomers are always welcome. As always the cost will be £10.00, which covers the cost of the breakfast and refreshments.

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Crowdy & Rose Solicitors of Faringdon and Lechlade

Faringdon Branch

We have a wealth of local knowledge and are an established part of the local community providing for the needs of our clients 2 Market Place, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 7HW Tel: 01367 240285 High Street, Lechlade, Gloucestershire GL7 3AE Tel: 01367 252644 www.crowdyandrose.co.uk Info@crowdyandrose.co.uk Established within the local community since 1790

Lechlade Branch

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Who doesn't love puppies? Those cute, playful, heart-warming creatures, that give us so much joy, happiness and ............ responsibility. Finding puppies desirable as new family members is one thing, looking after the dogs for the rest of their lives, day in and out, is another. Every year thousands of dogs are being dumped after their owner found out that having a pet is not only fun, but involves hard work as well as time and financial commitment.

So step one on the list of boxes to tick when thinking of getting a puppy is: do I have enough time for him; am I willing to go out for long walks at least twice a day; can I cope with training the dog, feeding it, bathing it, noise and funny smells; can I change my way of taking holidays; am I committed to pay for food, toys, insurance and vet bills? If the answer is yes to all of that: welcome to the wonderful and crazy world of yelping, pooing, weeing, playing, talking with funny voices and stumbling over toys in every single room of your house.

After establishing that you do want a puppy you need to make a decision which breed to get and where to get your puppy from. Think how much space you have in the house, how much exercise different breeds of dogs need (and if you can keep up with it!), how much food will cost (imagine the different meal sizes of a Yorkie and a Newfoundland!) and how much grooming your favourite breed requires. Of course there are always cross breed dogs, often less prone to certain illnesses.

Make sure you get your dog from a reputable breeder who will always give you certified papers with the dog. Or maybe make an unwanted dog happy and get him from a rescue centre.

In order to keep dogs happy and healthy there are certain things we do on a regular basis. Here is a list of some of them: Ÿ Vaccinations - starts at 8 weeks, then 12wks, then 16 wks with annual booster vaccinations. Ÿ Pet Health Insurance can be vital for covering unexpected and sometimes significant costs. Ÿ Flea control and Worm treatment – Monthly flea treatment and regular worming is essential. Ÿ Microchipping – Ensure your dog can be re-homed safely and quickly Ÿ Feeding – You are what you eat! This also applies to your puppy. Feed good quality feed at all times. Ÿ Toilet Training – the earlier you start training the better. Ÿ Socialisation – the earlier you start socializing your puppy the better. Ÿ Training – Keep training sessions short and sweet to a maximum of 15 minutes and make sure it is fun!

If you want any further advice on the above my staff would be happy to discuss this with you further.

Now enjoy your new family member, treat him or her well and they will become your best friend.

Graham Pursey 01367 242777

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Rubies Dog Grooming Spa is a hit in Oxfordshire for Pet Lovers Young entrepreneur, Suzanna Carter, has found success with her new business of pooch pampering and doggy day care, offering a unique, tailor made service to all her clients.

Suzanna, 23, set up Rubies Dog Grooming Spa in January 2011 and has been successfully running the thriving business ever since. Formerly an Executive PA, Suzanna wanted out of the rat race and to run her own business and decided to pursue a lifelong ambition of working with dogs. Following a visit to a dog grooming salon with her own dog, a Norfolk Terrier named Ruby, Suzanna fell instantly in love with the idea of opening up her own grooming empire.

Rubies has made a flying start with clients coming from all over Oxfordshire to have their dogs looked after. Suzanna offers a friendly and personal service with flexible hours and accommodating all of her clients’ requirements. The health, safety and well-being of the dogs Suzanna cares for is her main priority. All dogs have a full consultation and medical check free of charge before any initial treatment. Each dog receives one to one service ensuring they all get the attention they deserve. Grooming prices vary between breeds (see website for details) and all sessions include: consultation and health check, clipping or hand stripping, brushing, ear cleaning & plucking, massage bath and shampoo, blow drying and styling, nail clipping and a coat fragrance finishing spray.

Suzanna’s interaction with her clients enables her to provide a bespoke service catering to all of their needs. “I am always asking clients what services could make their lives easier. Rubies is not just a grooming spa but has blossomed in to a doggy day care centre and a place where dogs can come and have fun and socialise with other dogs when their owners are away or too busy to look after them,” Suzanna said. Rubies now offers a range of additional services including Home from Home Overnight Stay at £25.00 per night, Walking Service £10.00 and an emergency Pregnancy Service for when your dog needs looking after when the family goes to hospital at short notice. Suzanna also hopes to add new services towards the end of this year including Rubies Puppy School and an online shop selling exclusive countrywear and dog products.

Suzanna has created a home from home experience for the dogs that she looks after with the fully equipped Salon just outside her house and two enclosed gardens to play in. There are also sleeping areas available for any tired puppies who need a nap. The dogs that visit Suzanna have the added benefit of being able to exercise on nearby private farmland with fabulous views and vast open spaces for the animals to run around in. Doggy Day Care visitors receive at least 60 minutes of off lead private field walking.

Suzanna with several happy customers

Suzanna is eager to make her clients and their dogs feel relaxed and comfortable when they come to Rubies.

She said, “I try to make Rubies Grooming Spa fun for all owners to be part of and lots of clients have now become my friends. My clients and I have one thing in common which is the happiness and well-being of dogs.

Last year I organised two events; a charity dog walk in aid of Dogs Trust and Cancer Research which was such fun. I also held a best behaved dog competition at Christmas where the winner won a luxury hamper from Millets Farm Centre.”

Suzanna is thrilled with her new business venture, saying, “It is so rewarding that you can achieve your dreams if you work hard and I am proud to have set up my own business at such a young age. It is so satisfying to have the luxury of being able to wake up in the morning wanting to go to work.”

Contact Suzanna on 07825 873 730 or email rubiesgroomingspa@gmail.com Website: www.rubiesgroomingspa.co.uk Address: 5 Ladman Villas, Littleworth, Faringdon, Oxon, SN7 8EQ

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Birdie Tales Blue Tit

(Cyanistes caeruleus) Never mind the Olympics this summer, if you want to witness speed, agility and acrobatics at its absolute best, just take a look out the window at the humble blue tit performing in your gardens.

These blue and yellow live-wires can hang upside down from almost anything, whilst going about their daily feeding routine. Any garden with a bird table or peanut feeder is an attraction too good for them to resist. The pinnacle of their aerial display is during the late spring, early summer months, when the feeding frenzy of nurturing their young begins. Both male and female blue tits can leave the nest, source food and return in under ninety seconds flat! (Eat your heart out Usain Bolt) Blue Tit clutches can be up to seven or eight eggs at a time, two or more hens can lay eggs in the same nest creating lightening speed food gathering displays.

Successful breeding of chicks is dependent on a sufficient supply of caterpillars between May - July.

Caterpillars are a large part of their diet, if you look closely, the brightness of yellow on each birds chest varies considerably. The yellowness of a male blue tits breast is an indication of the number of yellowy green caterpillars he has eaten, the brighter his breast the more attractive he is to females.

When it comes to the pursuit of food, there are few cleverer than the blue tit.

Before double glazing in our homes was the norm, these little opportunists would tap at the putty around windows to get at the linseed oil and insects, but they are most famed for pecking through milk bottle tops to get to the milk.

There intelligence is not restricted to food collection, blue tit nests are made from mostly moss, wool and hair; the parents regularly gather lavender and mint to disinfect the nest from parasites.

Blue tits use attack calls to warn other birds and other species of the presence of predators, not bad for a bird so common that most of us rarely give it a thought!

C.Row

Where the Thames Meets the Cotswolds An historic riverside Inn The Trout at Tadpole Bridge offers some of the finest locally sourced food, a great selection of cask ales, over 200 different wines, six individually designed bedrooms and private moorings on the Thames.

Situated between Bampton and Buckland, the inn is 15 minutes south of Witney.

Join us for Sausage night on a Thursday and Pie night on a Tuesday.

Fabulous selection of fresh fish, local game and succulent Ribeye steak.

Buckland Marsh, Oxfordshire, SN7 8RF www.trout-inn.co.uk t. 01367 870382 info@trout-inn.co.uk

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International company with European Headquarters in Faringdon invites applications for these important full-time vacancies IT Support Technician We are looking to appoint a self-motivated, enthusiastic individual into our Global IT Team. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the whole regional IT operation remains functional.

Applicants will need to be organised, an excellent communicator, have good analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise. Five to seven years end user support/server/network experience is required.

Working knowledge of the following: Windows Server 2003, 2008, 2008 R2 Windows Active Directory (DNS/DHCP/WINS) Exchange 2003 & 2010 (multi site environment) Symantec Backup Exec Virus/Malware software Blackberry Enterprise Server (Smart phone technology) HP and CISCO LAN Equipment CISCO Firewall/Client/LAN to LAN VPN CISCO Aeronet Products CISCO Phone System Infrastructure Experience of Windows XP/7/Mac OS/MS Office/Sage This position will be pivotal and will provide the opportunity to be involved in many challenging aspects of this expanding business.

Willingness to travel (internationally) and to be supportive in a 24/7 capacity essential. Candidates must reside within 40 minutes of the office.

Applications in writing with CV to: Andrew Gray – Operations Director Ariat Europe Limited 1 Radcot Estate, Park Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 8LA andrew.gray@ariat.com

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Top Tees at Carswell Golf & Country Club Carswell Golf and Country Club are celebrating the launch of their new exciting course layout following the construction of two new greens and multiple new tee’s on the golf course.

Due to the redevelopment of the driving range, which is to be completed later this year, golfers can now enjoy the challenge of playing on two newly formed holes on the course. The 4th hole, now a challenging par 3 with a water hazard guarding the front of the green and the new par 4 16th hole, a slight dog leg to the right from a new tee position, with the Carswell Tree still a feature as the hole follows the first half of the old 17th fairway before turning to the right to a newly constructed undulating green.

Set in over 150 acres of unspoilt Oxfordshire countryside, Carswell Golf Club offers a friendly and relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy the game. Whether you are a seasoned player who enjoys competitive sport or a complete novice who wants to start from the beginning, Carswell has the facilities for you.

Carswell has great value membership deals and the club organises regular competitions. There are also good rates for green fee paying golfers and a Green Fee Saver Card for those who do not want to be tied down but still want a good deal. There are three PGA professionals on site to provide a complete coaching service and a well stocked Pro’s Shop with very competitive prices.

In addition to excellent golf there are also a host of other activities to take advantage of at Carswell, including The Gym and Woods Hairdressers. The highly rated Sunday Carvery and daily bar menu offers fresh, locally sourced produce prepared with the expertise of the new head chef. Bed and Breakfast rooms are also available for a weekend away and the rustic charm of the clubhouse, extensive catering facilities and civil ceremony license make it a perfect venue for a wedding or reception.

The innovative new management team are excited about the changes to the golf course layout and hope to make further future developments on both the course and club. Carswell Golf and Country Club prides itself on being a fun and relaxed place to visit where people can come and enjoy all of the varied facilities the club has to offer.

a specialist firm dealing with Private Client work including Wills • Estate Administration • Lasting Powers of Attorney and all aspects of residential property and conveyancing work such as Sales • Purchases • Remortgages • Shared Ownership Development Transactions • Land Transactions • Property Investment Angel Wilkins LLP, The Woolpack, Church Street, Wantage OX12 8BL Tel: 01235 775100 Fax: 01235 775101 Email: neil@angelwilkins.co.uk or amanda@angelwilkins.co.uk or suzy@angelwilkins.co.uk www.angelwilkins.co.uk Angel Wilkins LLP is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority: SRA number: 524327

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GLASS PROCESSORS & GLAZIERS GLASS CUT WHILE-U-WAIT MIRRORS • BEVELLING SANDBLASTING • POLISHING DRILLING • DECORATIVE GLASS COLOURED SPLASHBACKS Cameo Glass, 100 Faraday Park, Dorcan Ind. Est., Swindon, SN3 5JF Tel: 01793 513864 Fax: 01793 535476 Email: sales@cameo-glass.com

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1986 GARDENSCAPE Rubies Dog GroomingEst.Spa Individual Design, Construction & Maintenance To discuss your personal garden requirements phone: 01865 250372 or 07773333531 Roger Hutchence - BA (HONS) NCH (Landscape Construction) www.gardenscape.biz Roger@gardenscape.biz

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Wine Review Celebrating International Malbec Day

Tuesday 17th April 2012 What exactly is malbec and why should it be REVIEWS celebrated?

Malbec is a black grape variety, originating in Bordeaux and native to south-west France. However, it is Argentina that has claimed it as its own ‘national variety’, arriving there in the 1850s.

Malbec is a thin-skinned, juicy grape that provides rich dark, damson-driven aromatic purple wines when produced in a dry, warm climate (such as Argentina). It is very susceptible to disease and following the severe frost of 1956 in Bordeaux, 75% was lost and it was replaced with merlot.

International Malbec Day is an initiative organised by Wines of Argentina – raising the profile of their nation’s most famous grape variety. So make yours a malbec on 17th April!

Malbec to try locally: Mendoza Heights Malbec 2011 Mendoza, Argentina Dark purple in colour with inviting aromas of plum jam, dark berry fruits with a hint of violet. This wine is well structured on the palate, with rich fruit intensity, finishing with moderate length and slight smokiness and vanilla spice.

Available from the Radnor Arms, Coleshill.

175ml glass £3.60 250ml glass £4.60 750ml bottle £13.50

Children’s Day Nursery in Shellingford, Faringdon Recognised by OFSTED in September 2010 as OUTSTANDING in Leadership & Management Excellent quality Children’s Day Nursery combining traditional loving Care with a stimulating educational programme to provide a wellBalanced environment for your child. Ÿ Children from 6 weeks to 5 years Ÿ Open 7.45am to 6.15pm Monday to Friday Ÿ Full time or part time (51 weeks) Ÿ Pre-school educational curriculum Ÿ French and music classes Ÿ Secure Door Entry System

To organise a visit please contact Steph Chapman, Nursery Manager on 01367 718888

International company with European Headquarters in Faringdon invites applications for these important full-time vacancies We are looking to appoint two self-motivated, enthusiastic individuals to our team. Candidates must be IT literate with excellent communication skills. These positions represent fantastic opportunities to join a strong and dynamic team.

German Sales (office based) The successful applicant will have German as their first language.

You will be responsible for dealing directly with our German retailers to maximise sales. This role will include travel to annual German trade fairs.

UK Customer Services (office based) The successful applicant will support our UK Customers.

You will be responsible within a team for handling calls, processing orders and maintaining strong customer relations.

Applicants must reside within 35 minutes of the office.

Assistance with relocation expenses will be considered if required.

Ariat Europe operates a non-smoking environment policy.

Applications in writing with CV to: Andrew Gray – Operations Director Ariat Europe Limited 1 Radcot Estate, Park Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 8LA andrew.gray@ariat.com

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THE GRANGE CARE CENTRE Stanford in the Vale, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Quality 24-hour residential nursing care for elderly persons.

Do you need a long or short stay holiday break?

If you’re looking for a nursing home for yourself or a loved one, make sure to come and visit us. Ÿ Beautiful landscaped gardens Ÿ Nutritional meals Ÿ Highly trained staff Whether you require 24 hour nursing care, a short break or you’re recovering from an operation, you’ll find just the care you need at The Grange.

In the serene setting of what was originally a 17th century vicarage, you’ll benefit from the kind of considerate attention our dedicated staff are noted for. We cater to all specialised needs and many of our rooms are en-suite.

Although a restful place, there’s no shortage of activities.

Live entertainment is often the order of the day and many of our activities take place in the garden.

Ÿ Entertainment Ÿ Residential hairdressing Ÿ Personal furniture Ÿ En-suite facilities

Ÿ Single/companion rooms

Ÿ GP visits/24 nursing

Ÿ Superb facilities

Ÿ Excellent parking.

Ÿ Daily activities

Please do phone and come and visit us. We would love to meet you and your family.

Call 08444 725 182 or email: thegrange@foresthc.com Visit our website: www.foresthc.com

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Restaurant Review The Crown, Shrivenham

Delicious home cooked food, an individual warm welcome, lovely surroundings and value for money.

All of the above are on offer at The Crown in Shrivenham. This delightful quirky restaurant is the pride and joy of Wendy, Brian and son Phil. Wendy runs front of house service, her enthusiasm and personality being totally infectious. Husband Brian is bar manager, keeping the real ale, draught lager and extensive range of wines in excellent order.

Head chef Phil has created a superb menu catering for a wide range of tastes, complemented by a regularly changing specials board.

Our choice of starters – Thai fishcakes with sweet chilli dip and potted brown shrimps with granary toast- Followed by pan fried salmon fillet served on a nicoise salad of olives, new potatoes and French beans - Market fresh fish and chips, served with mushy peas and homemade tartar sauce.

The presentation and taste was excellent, not much room left for dessert, but the chocolate torte with strawberries and crème fresh proved too hard to resist!

The main restaurant has seating for up to 34 people; also available is a free function room for up to 20. Or you can chose to dine outside in the lovely terraced garden area.

Outside catering is available for weddings and parties, with individual menus as per your requirement.

The restaurant became extremely busy as the evening moved on; it is obvious to see that good quality food, great service and attention to detail pays dividends. If you haven’t visited The Crown yet, you are missing out! www.thecrownshrivenham.co.uk 01793 784584

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Chickens @ Seven Acres Nurseries

Selby Lowndes Solicitors is a newly established firm of solicitors specialising exclusively in family, divorce and children law. We are based in Faringdon in Oxfordshire and our clients are drawn from a wide area, including Oxfordshire, Wiltshire & Gloucestershire. Unlike most solicitors we are prepared to travel to see clients at locations convient to them at no extra cost.

Our solicitors, William Selby Lowndes, Catherine Eddy and Jane Aizlewood all worked together at Darbys in Oxford for many years where William headed the family department, widely regarded as one of the foremost teams in the Southeast.

As a small niche firm we have a depth and breadth of knowledge that would normally be found in larger city based practices for example we have considerable experience in dealing with more complex cases involving businesses, farms and substantial assets.

We aim above all, to deal with all cases as constructively as possible to minimise both the emotional and financial cost of family breakdown. We are members of Resolution a national organisation of family lawyers “committed to nonconfrontational divorce, separation and other family problems”.

We can also offer both mediation and collaborative law as an alternative to the more traditional ways of settling family disputes.

Where court proceedings do become necessary however we have an outstanding reputation for fighting hard for our clients and giving high quality litigation advice.

We offer clients very competitive rates and fixed fees in some cases. We believe it is very important for clients in family cases in particular to feel completely comfortable and happy with their lawyer. For this reason we offer a free first interview with no obligation. To find out more please telephone us on 0845 521 2071 or e mail us contact@slsfamilylaw.co.uk

Come and have a walk around our garden displays to get ideas and inspiration We have handcrafted paving produced on site and also sandstone, travertine & limestone from all around the world Open to trade & retail • Now open 7 days

Tel: 01367 240112 www.rogersgardenstone.co.uk

CAR BODY REPAIRS V W RESTORATION

TEL 01367 243324 MOB 07918 660725 OPEN MON-SAT 8-6ISH jimers213@btconnect.com

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April

26 Market Place Faringdon Oxfordshire SN7 7HU T: 01367 248030 E: PORTWELLANGEL@GOOGLEMAIL.COM WWW.PORTWELLANGEL.CO.UK

Exhibition Artist Delia Taylor-Brook working in mixed media

Every Tuesday Quizzzz night with Maggie Mills-Denton Thursday 5th Hyperbolics live (and now married) Wednesday 11th Nick Gill and Friends - live Jazz Tuesday 17th Lousie Woodgate and Phillip perform - In these Shoes Wednesday 25th Jazz & Blues with Ray Butt Monday 30th Route and Branch

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Out and About Date

Event

Venue

Time

Contact

Charge/info

Sun 1st

Faringdon Folly Open Day

Faringdon Folly

11am 5pm

www.faringdonfolly.org.uk 0845 4758386

Adults £2, 11-16s 50p, Under 11s free

Sun 1st

Lambing Weekends

Little Wittenham

10am 4pm

www.earthtrust.org.uk 01865 407792

Famil £12, Adult £5 children £2

Thur 5th

Hyperbolics

Portwell Angel, Faringdon

8pm

www.portwellangel.co.uk

Free

Thur 5th

Folly Tower and Woodland Annual Meeting

Bowls Club, Faringdon

7pm

Sat 7th

Foxbury & Witney Lions Car Boot 7 easter Hunt

Foxbury Farm Shop, Burford

Sat 7th

Running all day - BBQ, Raffle and Entertainment

The Bell Hotel, Faringdon

Sun 8th

Easter Sunday Lunch And Easter Egg hunt

Sun 8th

Anyone interested is welcome www.foxburyfarm.co.uk 01993 867385

10am 12am

Fancy Dress £1. Prize for best dressed

All proceeds donated to Help for Heroes

Sudbury House Hotel, Faringdon

Email:events@sudburyhouse.co.uk Anne/Sam 01367 245345

3 course £18, £9 children under 12, under 5 free

Live Music: Greg Winters

The Eagle, Watchfield

Liz 01793 783600

Mon 9th

Faringdon Folly Open Day

Faringdon Folly

11am 5pm

www.faringdonfolly.org.uk 0845 4758386

Adults £2, 11-16s 50p, Under 11s free

Tue 10th

Community Bus Trip to Lechlade Garden Centre

Depart Market Place

1:15pm

www.faringdoncommunitybus.co.uk

Tickets £4 from Faringdon TIC

Wed 11th

Nick Gill and Friends - live Jazz

Portwell Angel, Faringdon

8pm

www.portwellangel.co.uk

Thur 12th

University of the Third Age Annual General Meeting

Corn Exchange, Faringdon

2:30pm

Ian Clarkson 01793 782836 www.faringdonu3a.org.uk

Sat 14th

Michael Buble

The Snooty Mehmaan, Faringdon

Sat 14th

Live Music - The Logoff Band

The Swan, Faringdon

Tue 17th

Louise Woodgate and Phillip perform - In these Shoes

Wed 18th

www.wegottickets.com/event/158109 Amanda 01367 246137

£30 per person Dinner, dance, live music

8pm

Debbie 01367 241480

Free

Portwell Angel, Faringdon

8pm

www.portwellangel.co.uk

Free Booking essential

Triptych - a multimedia exhibit

New College, New College Drive, Swindon, SN3 1 AH

6:30pm 8pm

Harry Mciver 07775 029314 Centimediaproductions@gmail.com

Adult £5, U16s £3.50 Incl. refreshments

Sat 21st

Craft Fair

Corn Exchange, Faringdon

10am 4pm

01367 241204

Refreshments available

Sat 21st

Rotary - Annual Senior Citizens' Party

Faringdon Community College

Mike Bell - 01367 241681 Joshoh77-rotary@yahoo.co.uk

Contact as soon as possible to be invited

Sat 21st

Willow Weaving Craft Day

Buckland Memorial Hall

10am 4:30pm

Pam Smith 01367 718761 Pamelajsmith@gmail.com

£55 per person Proceeds to Buckland Primary school

Sat 21st

Bird Survey and breakfast at Bloomfield Deli Cafe

Westmill Woodland Burial Ground, Highworth

6am

01367 240508 Info@woodlandburialwestmill.co.uk

Sun 22nd

St Georges Day Banquet

Foxbury Farm Shop, Burford

Tue 24th

Quiz Night

The Swan, Faringdon

8pm

Debbie 01367 241480

Wed 25th

Jazz & Blues with Ray Butt

Portwell Angel, Faringdon

8pm

www.portwellangel.co.uk

Wed 25th

Anzac Wine Tasting Evening

The Swan, Faringdon

7:30 9:30pm

Debbie 01367 241480

£10 ticket (in advance)

Thur 26th

Community Bus Trip to Aston Pottery & Witney

Depart from Market Place

1:15pm

www.faringdoncommunitybus.co.uk

Tickets £4 from Faringdon TIC

Fri 27th

Choir concert in Aid of Hope and Aid Direct

Faringdon Junior School

7:30pm

Tickets available from The Nut Tree

Tickets £5 adult, children up to 11 £1.50

Sat 28th

1st Faringdon Scout Group's Annual Walkabout Garage Sale

Faringdon

Register your sale and find out more call Faith Carpenter 241237

Last date to register is 14th April

Mon 30th

Route & Branch

Portwell Angel, Faringdon

Booking Essential

www.foxburyfarm.co.uk 01993 867385

8pm

www.portwellangel.co.uk

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Local Events in April Date

Event

Venue

Time

Contact

Charge/info

Fri 11th Sat 12th

A Very British Review (Fish&Chip supper included)

Faringdon Junior School, The Elms, Faringdon

7pm

www.faringdondramatic.org.uk for tickets and information

Tickets £10 from The Nut Tree

Wed 16th

Charity Family Fun Day in Memory of Emma Braddy

Standford in the Vale Village Hall

12 noon 4pm

Jane@braddy.net 07966 255721

Free entry http://funday.braddy.net

Sun 20th

Countryside Day - Terrier Racing, Dog show and much more…

The Kennels, Stanford Road, Faringdon

10am 3pm

www.oldberkscountryday.co.uk

£4 Adults, Accompanied under 14's free

Every Mon

Singing group run by Mums for Mums

Corn Exchange, Faringdon

9:30am 11am

Every Mon

Faringdon War Gaming Club

Pre-School, Canada Lane

8pm

Matthew d_advocate@yahoo.co.uk

1st Tues

Farmers' Market

Market Place

All day

01367 710445

Local Events in May

Regular Events £2 per family

Every Tue

Next Steps 15-30month olds

Family Centre, Faringdon

9:30am 11:15am

Every Wed

Jazz Night

The Portwell Angel, Faringdon

7:30pm

Every Wed

Faringdon Health Walk - a group for all ages

Meets 10am in front of The Bell, Faringdon

10am

Every Wed

Open House Coffee

Great Coxwell Reading Room

10:30am 11:30am

01367 241179

1st Thur

Folk Session

The Swan, Faringdon

8pm

rachel@ragaland.freeserve.co.uk www.radnorarmscoleshill.co.uk/

Free

Free www.theportwellangel.co.uk Free

Thur once a month

Food from around the globe

The Radnor Arms, Coleshill

Check website

Every Thur

Women's Drop In

United Church, Faringdon

12:30 4:30pm

Every Thur

Faringdon and Baby Toddler group

United Church, Faringdon

9:30am 11am

Every Fri

Country Market

Corn Exchange

9.15 11am

01367 710382

Every Fri

All Sorts - New monthly Bible group for young children

All Saints Church, Faringdon

10am 11am

Adele 01367 244484

Every Fri

Rhymetime

Faringdon Library

10:30am 11am

Every Sat

Faringdon Farcycle cycle ride

Leave from Market Place

9am

01367 241142

Every Sat

Supportive, informal parenting group

Faringdon Community College

1-3pm

Stella on 07963536568

Last Sun of month

Messy Church

United Church, Faringdon

4pm 5:30pm

1st Sat

Foxbury Farm and Witney Lions Car Boot Sale

Foxbury Farm, Burford Road, Brize Norton

1st Sun

Great Coxwell Teas

The Reading Room, Great Coxwell

Faringdon.womensdropin@gmail.com

Term time only

Coffee and Conversation

Check website for dates £6.50 meal and pint Coffe/tea, cake and a chat.

Free - donations welcome £2 plus 50p per second/subsequent child

Interactive bible stories and refreshments Free 11-12 miles or 25-35 miles

Free www.foxburyfarm.co.uk 01993 867385

2:30pm 5pm

Tea, Coffee and delicious cakes available

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Experts - local services

Ohm Electrix Electrical services and Installations

Den Boer Wines Quality wines, tastings and events

Web: www.ohm-electrix.co.uk Fully qualified and insured electrician.

All types of domestic work undertaken, from small jobs to garden and garage power, to full rewires.

Commercial and Solar PV work also catered for.

Friendly, professional service from a local company.

www.denboerwines.com Tel 01367 241169 Mobile 07919 241881 Email: donnarogers @denboerwines.com

Contact us to discuss your needs, and get a free, no obligation estimate and advice.

Phone: 07879 013359 Mail: Ohm.Electrix@Gmail.com Registered with the NICEIC domestic installer “part P� SCHEME

The Music Gallery Independent music retailer Your local electricians Domestic-Commercial-Industrial Faringdon

Tel: 01367 240308

Emma Palmer 07531 946141 Nail Technician and Beauty Therapist

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F A R I N G D O N

C A R S

A I R P O R T T R A N S F E R S Short/Long Distances Corporate Service Business Accounts Courier Service Driver Hire Executive Cars 4/7 Seaters Insured Cars

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Call: 01367 243986 Mob: 07813 121288

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ASTON PINE ANTIQUES Stockists of English and Continental pine furniture, as well as many other antiques - 8,000+ sq.ft of showrooms

Oxford Architectural Antiques Large stock of period fireplaces, doors, panelling, sanitary ware & garden items.

Architectural salvage sourcing service available.

16-18 London Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Tel: 01367 242268

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Experts - local services A local-run company focusing on personalised care services.

High standard of care Individually tailored care plans Your own regular care worker

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D.G. Joinery City & Guilds qualified carpenter and joiner.

All Carpentry work undertaken Specialist in fitted wardrobes • Kitchen installations Bookcases • Bespoke joinery - including stairs All exterior carpentry including decking, sheds etc.

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Free Quotations Telephone: 07831 680440

The Cheap Way to Add Space

www.storage4all.co.uk 01367 240880

Special meal night: Tuesday

Mel & Eddie welcome you to

The Bell Hotel Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HP Tel 01367 240534

drew.cameron@ storage4all.co.uk

BINGO NIGHT - 7.3opm 1st Monday/last Thursday of the Month

Tapas Specials Board Sunday Carvery: Booking Advisable

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Free Function Room

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