Focus On Faringdon 2011

FocusOn

Faringdon 2011

THE ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO FARINGDON AND THE SURROUNDING AREA

Key Buildings Events Calendar Accommodation Local Businesses Eating and Drinking Shopping in Faringdon Local Places of Interest Clubs and Associations Local Government Information Schools, Colleges and Nurseries

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Crowdy & Rose Solicitors of Faringdon and Lechlade 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 Faringdon Branch

Lechlade Branch

www.crowdyandrose.co.uk info@crowdyandrose.co.uk Established within the local community since 1790

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FARINGDON 2011 Front cover picture: Faringdon Church

by Darren Arthurs

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Contents 4

Then and Now

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Focus on The Portwell Angel

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Key Buildings

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Around the Villages

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Local Places of Interest

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Focus on Goddard & Son

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Schools, Colleges and Nurseries

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Accommodation

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Eating and Drinking

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Retail and Shops

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Local Business Directory

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Clubs and Associations

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Useful Contacts

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Local Council Information

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Events Calendar 2011

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Faringdon Community Bus

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Map of Faringdon

14 20 38 Getting to Faringdon By car Faringdon is located just off the A420 18 miles south of Oxford and 12 miles north of Swindon.

From the A420 follow the signs to the town where you will find two main car parks located in Gloucester Street and Southampton Street (behind Budgens), just a short walk from the town centre. It is also possible to reach the town from Highworth on the B4019, Lechlade via the A417 and Witney via the A4095.

By public transport Sales Manager Lou Guthrie For all sales enquiries please call 01367 246136 or 07894 554551 Email lou@bordengate.com Produced and Edited by Alison Neale, The Proof Fairy 01367 888229 Photography by Darren Arthurs, Trish Reynolds, Anne Pagett, Dan Huby, Julian Watson, Martin Spackman, John and Julia Strevens, Alison Neale, Stephen Martin, John Forster, Aineolach, Brian Robert Marshall and NASA. Published by The Proof Fairy on behalf of Focus on Faringdon CIC Printed by: Eco Salus, 11 Stallpits Road, Shrivenham, Oxfordshire SN6 8BG With thanks to: Faringdon Chamber of Commerce, Focus on Faringdon CIC, Faringdon Retail Group, www.faringdon.org, Faringdon Historical and Archaeological Society.

Focus on Faringdon is published by The Proof Fairy (www.theprooffairy.com) on behalf of Focus On Faringdon CIC. For enquiries please write to Focus On Faringdon CIC, Portwell House, Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU or phone 01367 246136.

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Buses run regularly from the town centre to Oxford and Swindon. We recommend you check websites of the main bus providers to plan your journey www.stagecoachbus.com/oxfordshire

Local Community Transport The Faringdon Community Bus runs regularly providing transport around the town.

Taxi / Car Hire There are a number of Taxi / Car Hire companies based in the town: Brian’s Hire 0845 260 3230 / 07812 162567 Faringdon Cars 01367 243838 / 07894 572919 Stanford Cars 01367 718287 Webb Cars 01367 241820 / 07831 100011 White Horse Hire 01367 241132 / 07768 081182

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THEN AND NOW … No. 12 London Street was originally a private house before becoming a small draper’s shop in the mid 1800s, then a much larger one that occupied the whole of the ground floor. It underwent several changes of ownership and in 1986 was known as Morton’s. … the large building has now been split into two and is currently occupied by and .

… No 7 Market Place was a familyrun grocer’s shop Liddiards from the 1840s till the 1980s. Parts of the building are very old and there’s a water well cut through solid rock under the front of the shop! The Tourist Information Centre was then based there until 2005, before moving temporarily to the Pump Rooms and is now in its permanent home in the Corn Exchange. … Home to

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… The building on the corner of London Street and Market Place has a modern frontage but actually dates back to the 1800s. It housed an open-fronted butcher’s shop in the early part of the 19th century, and later became a chemist. At one stage the upper rooms were used by a solicitor who also ran a postal library service. The business was continued by the solicitor’s son who was, at one time, Britain’s oldest practising solicitor, working full time until he died at the age of 92. More recently, The Cheltenham & Gloucester Building Society used the building till it closed in 2005. … It’s a charity shop raising money for the

Faringdon town centre has an eclectic mix of shops - find out just what is on offer on pages 18 and 19.

Here we look at businesses present and past, and the interesting buildings they inhabit.

THEN AND NOW

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… Walk down London Street in 1991 and you’d have found the Faringdon Cycle Centre at no.17 … You’ll now find in the building. … Davis Home Centre began life as Davis DIY Ltd, next door at no. 15 … of

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… Portwell House was originally part of the Old Crown Coaching Inn. In the 18th century the building housed Faringdon’s Post Office and Telegraph House before becoming a hotel and restaurant. This photo was taken in 2004. … Following a period of closure, the building opened up again in 2009 as the and … and in summer the tables still appear on the corner of the market place!

THEN photographs courtesy of John and Julia Strevens and Faringdon.org NOW photographs by Alison Neale © 2010

… 23-24 Market Place is one of the oldest buildings in Faringdon, dating back to 1645. It’s a maze of higgledy rooms on different levels, and the front window of part of it is thought to be over 100 years old. The right hand side was a saddlery until 2004, and the left hand part has been a private dwelling, dairy shop, greengrocer and restaurant within living memory. Ristorante Franco was there in 1993. … The building is now a coffee shop.

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FOCUS ON THE PORTWELL ANGEL

The Portwell Angel - open all day, every day!

Open a year ago, The Portwell Angel is constantly developing and growing in popularity. From an original idea by Nick Elwell to form a co-operative to fund its development, it is gently becoming the Faringdon venue to meet friends and family. The free wi-fi makes it a natural place for small business meetings as well as somewhere to escape to when you have had enough of the office.

The extensive wine list is varied and new additions are a regular feature.

If you want a “special” (an ever changing range of wines is regularly discounted, encouraging customers to try some of the more expensive bottles) there is always something on offer; if you are a wine buff then peruse the lengthy menu at your leisure. The wines are chosen “in house” with the help of their very own sommelier.

As you enter, the ambience is evident, both from the welcoming staff and the venue itself. The decoration is never dull as a changing exhibition of works by local artists gives interest to the decor.

Wherever possible, wines and foodstuffs are sourced from local suppliers, more in an effort to support the local economy than to support some of our members’ greener ambitions – but the result is the same. Our real ales are locally produced and gravity fed.

Although a wine bar, the Angel menu is comprehensive and wide ranging and provides everything from a coffee made with the best Italian coffee beans (with homemade cakes, of course!) to hot three course meals.

Children are well catered for, and a varied selection of platters, paninis, soups, hot meals, cheeses and sweets are always available. Gluten free meals are available too as well as something for those of a vegetarian persuasion. Fruit teas and caffeine-free coffee is also available. They have not yet mastered the art of the vegetarian bacon roll that would go down well in many circles – but they’re working on it! The following – taken from their window - sums up the Portwell Angel: The Portwell Angel food is great Some on a platter, some on a plate.

We have fish, we have meats we have salads as well The soups, of course, are served in a bowl!

Black coffee, green tea, or White’s lemonade, Inside or outside – or please promenade Croissants and tea cakes from dawn until dusk and for those without teeth a gluten free rusk.

A panini with bacon, an olive or two Our meals are imaginative: designed just for you!

Events are many and varied – an eclectic mix from opera, through jazz and folk to pop, and all possible new acts are considered. An evening of music is often accompanied by a special selection of food, selected to suit and complement the occasion, and these events are regularly a sell out.

Of an evening, the coffee shop changes, chameleon-like, into a wine bar and restaurant – and then, of course, the cocktails start! At the time of writing we think they are the only establishment between Oxford and Cheltenham that sells Agwa.

Portwell House becomes the Operations Centre for the Faringdon Arts Festival in the months running up to the Festival week, this year culminating on the weekend of 8th – 10th July. During the festival of activities the Portwell Angel is an ideal place to shelter from the midsummer sun (or, of course, rain!) Located in the middle of town, it is also close to the churches in Faringdon and will cater for weddings, christenings, funerals et al.

If you have not yet found The Portwell Angel, it is well worth making the effort. If you are local to Faringdon you will soon join the growing band of regulars! More information is available on www.portwellangel.co.uk. They also have a Facebook page.

The Portwell Angel, 26 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU Tel: 01367 248030 www.portwellangel.co.uk

Monday – Thursday 9am – 11pm Friday – Saturday 9am – 1.00am Sunday 10am – 11.00pm

Food available all day - everything from breakfasts and nibbles to sandwiches, platters and three course meals.

T: 01367 248030 E: portwellangel@googlemail.com www.portwellangel.co.uk

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KEY BUILDINGS

The Old Town Hall Built between 1650 and 1660, The Old Town Hall is one of Faringdon’s most distinctive buildings and is hard to miss as it stands right in the centre of town. Over the years the building has been used as a court house, fire station, jail, library and WWII billeting station. When it became run down and faced demolition, William Morris’ daughter May, who lived at Kelmscott, helped with a campaign to save it and it was designated a war memorial and thus immune from destruction. William Morris fabrics were used in a recent renovation to honour May’s important role in the building’s history.

The building is available for hire and licensed to hold up to 50 people. It is very popular for small meetings and for use as an exhibition venue.

Contact: Faringdon Town Council on 01367 240281 or email: june@faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk TR

All Saints’ Church The most noticeable thing you’ll spot as you look at the church is the absence of a spire! Some believe it was lost in fighting during the Civil Wars, apparently torn down by the entrenched Royalists to prevent Cromwell’s army from attacking it by cannon. A cannon ball from the conflict is still encased in the south wall. A church has existed on the site since Saxon times, although the nave of the present building is Norman and substantial parts of the church are 13th century. All Saints’ Church houses a collection of monuments commemorating members of the Unton and Pye families, the latter formally owners of Faringdon House.

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Contact: All Saints’ Church on 07824 785 481 or Community and Tourist Information Centre on 01367 242191

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Faringdon House The original Faringdon House was badly damaged in the Civil War; the current house, which dates from the 1780s, took five years to build despite being much smaller. Lord Berners lived there until his death in 1950, when it passed to his companion Robert Heber-Percy, who built a gothically-inspired swimming pool in the grounds. The house is now owned by Berners’ granddaughter, author Sofka Zinovieff, although she doesn’t live there. Faringdon House is not open to the public but the grounds are opened occasionally for events such as the annual firework display. The statue visible in the grounds from Radcot Road depicts Africa embracing Egypt and was brought from the Great Exhibition of 1851 at Crystal Palace.

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The Corn Exchange The Corn Exchange was built in 1863 at the junction of Cornmarket and Gloucester Street. The spacious hall has tall pointed windows along each side; a plaque inside commemorates Faringdon’s twinning with the Northern French town of Le Mele, and amongst the ten sculpted circular reliefs below the ceiling is a railway locomotive to celebrate the opening of the Great Western Railway terminal in Park Road in 1864 (now the Old TR Station Nursery). Today, the Corn Exchange is home to the Community and Tourist Information Centre and

the Town Council offices, where Town Council meetings are held. It has a fully licensed bar, can hold up to TR

200 people and is a popular venue for hire for wedding receptions, birthday parties, craft fairs and other events. The Corn Exchange will be undergoing refurbishment during the first three months of 2011.

Contact: Faringdon Town Council on 01367 240281 or email: june@faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk

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The Folly Tower Lord Berners, resident of Faringdon House, built the Folly in 1935, stating that “the great point of this tower is that it will be entirely useless”. Despite local objections he commissioned an architect friend, Lord Wellesley, to design and build the 100 feet high brick tower in the gothic style. Whilst Berners was abroad, Wellesley had most of it built in a more classical vein. However, Berners returned before the top of the tower was completed and, claiming that the structure looked too bland, insisted the final stage should be a gothic crown featuring mock battlements. Berners' heir, Robert Heber Percy gave the tower to the townspeople after Berners' death. Today, the tower is looked after by Friends of the Folly who support Folly Trust, the owners of the Tower since 1985. Folly Tower is open to the public from 11 am – 5 pm on the first Sunday in the month from Easter until October and on Bank Holidays as well as for various special occasions throughout the year (including a popular Hallowe’en Ghost event!) Also, since the Millennium the tower has sported various beacons and lights which can be seen for miles around during winter months.

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Longcot and Fernham Longcot’s population grew rapidly with the arrival of the Wilts and Berks Canal in 1805 and the building of a busy wharf. However, in the 1840s commercial goods transportation began to switch from barges to trains and the canal was finally abandoned in 1914. Longcot now has an attractive mix of old and new houses and cottages, along with a church, chapel, primary school and pub.

The manor of Fernham has existed since the 13th century; however, though the church is designed in 13th century style, it was actually built in 1861 as a “chapel of ease” to Longcot. The railway once linked Fernham to both Uffington and Faringdon, and the village also had its own school, though this has now merged with the school at Longcot. In 2008 the village won a People’s Lottery grant to refurbish the church and convert part of it to a village hall; Fernham is also home to a 17th century inn.

Both Longcot and Fernham have stunning views of White Horse Hill.

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Uffington Uffington is one of the closest villages to White Horse Hill, where a 110m white chalk horse was carved into the hillside during the Bronze Age. The village is also famous for being home to poet John Betjeman, who lived at Garrards Farm between 1934 and 1945. The family loved village life and invited many of their famous friends to stay with them. Betjeman also became People’s Warden at the church, St Mary’s, which is worth a visit in its own right. It’s know as The Cathedral of the Vale and has a rare hexagonal tower. Another famous resident was author Thomas Hughes, who wrote Tom Brown’s Schooldays - the school in the book really existed, and is now a museum; the village hall is also named after the author.

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Stanford in the Vale Though Stanford in the Vale seems small now, in mediaeval times it rivalled Abingdon as a market centre, having the unusual feature of two village greens. The village takes its name from the ancient crossing of the River Ock, known in Saxon times as the “stony ford”, and local legend has it that Cromwell’s Cavalry were billeted in Stanford during the Civil War. Since the second world war the village has grown hugely and is now home to around 2000 people, who are served by a large Co op store, a post office/newsagents, a hair salon, two pubs and a social cub. There are also two churches, a school, a football club and a village hall, as well as the county’s first Community Minibus service.

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Coleshill and Buscot The beautiful villages of Coleshill and Buscot are largely owned by the National Trust. Traditionally agricultural estates dating back to the 12th century, Coleshill in particular was remodelled by the Earl of Radnor in the mid 19th century, and only a handful of buildings, including the church, predate the remodelling.

Coleshill once had a manor house which was once of the finest examples of 17th century architecture in the UK. During WWII Coleshill House was chosen to be the nerve centre where Churchill would have directed the war effort, should Hitler have invaded. After the war the house was sold to Mr E Cook, a foundTR

ing partner of travel agency Thomas Cook, but sadly the house was destroyed by fire in 1952.

Both Buscot and Coleshill are now bustling villages; both have popular tearooms, and Coleshill also has a pub, the Radnor Arms, which has its own brewery.

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Great Coxwell and the Tithe Barn The village of Great Coxwell lies two miles south west of Faringdon and has a population of around 270.

According the the Domesday Book, King Harold owned the village before the Norman Conquest. Great Coxwell’s 13th century church is notable but the village is best known for its Barn. Originally built as part of a monastic grange owned by Beaulieu Abbey in Hampshire, the barn would have been used to store the Abbey’s crops. The Barn is over 60 metres long and 19 metres high, with Cotswold rubble-stone walls and a roof of Cotswold stone slates. It was much admired by William Morris, who lived at Kelmscott and described it as “unapproachable in its dignity”.

Although it is known that the Barn remained under the control of Beaulieu until the Dissolution, which started in 1538, very little is known of its history until it was acquired by the Coleshill Estate in the 18th century. The barn was bequeathed to the National Trust in 1956 by Ernest Cook. The barn is open to the public and often used for local events.

Contact: Coleshill Estate office on 01793 762209 or email: greatcoxwellbarn@nationaltrust.org.uk

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LOCAL PLACES OF INTEREST

White Horse Hill & The Ridgeway Who created the White Horse on White Horse Hill … and what does it signify? Is it actually a horse … or could it be a dragon, or even a dog, as Olaf Swarbrick, a retired vet, recently suggested? No one really knows and that’s part of the attraction - you can imagine it to be whatever you want. The White Horse's origins go back 3,000 years to the late Bronze Age, and written records of the Horse date back to the 12th century but do not give proof of the Horse's age or why it was there. Is it a religious symbol? A message to the gods? Some sort of territorial marker left by the builders? Or perhaps an early attempt to communicate with aliens? Archaeological investigations in the 1990s proved that the Horse we see today is in exactly the same place and roughly the same shape as it was when first made. The White Horse survives through the tradition of “scouring” which takes place every seven years, when new chalk is hammered into the shape.

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Once you’ve climbed to the top make sure you stop and admire Dragon Hill, just below the White Horse. Have you noticed that the grass looks a bit sparse on the top of the flat-topped chalk mound? Legend has it that this is the place where St. George slew the dragon to save the King's daughter from being sacrificed. The dragon’s blood poisoned the earth, marking the ground with a white scar where nothing will grow even now.

As well as admiring the White Horse, the view from the top of the hill is outstanding and it’s a popular place for kite flyers, dog walkers and hikers alike.

It also offers a good access point to The Ridgeway, which runs 138 kilometres along the top of the chalk downs and is a remnant of one of the earliest prehistoric tracks in Europe. Today The Ridgeway National Trail runs from Overton Hill, close to Avebury, through Oxfordshire to Ivinghoe Beacon in Buckinghamshire.

Wayland’s Smithy

Badbury Clump

Just off the Ridgeway you will find Wayland’s Smithy, a prehistoric tomb estimated to be about 5,000 years

Badbury Clump (on Highworth

old. Its present day name came around 2,000 years

Road (B4019) between Faringdon

ago when the Saxons wove an ancient Norse legend

and Highworth) is a beautiful high

around the tomb. The tale tells how Wayland, the son

ground area overlooking the Vale of

of a giant, was taught magical smithying skills by the

the White Horse to the south. Actu-

trolls. King Niduth of Sweden crippled Wayland and

ally called Badbury Hill and Camp,

held him prisoner, forcing him to forge fabulous metal-

the area was originally a hill fort al-

work for him. When King Niduth's two sons came to

though, because the banks were

Wayland requesting swords, he took his revenge by

levelled in the 19th century, little

murdering them, turning their skulls into gifts for King

evidence of this can now be seen.

Niduth - a beautiful goblet and matching bowl. The story says that Niduth unwittingly feasted from his dead sons' heads. At a later stage the King's daugh-

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Each year around April and May many visitors flock to Badbury Clump to view the bluebells that cover the area in a carpet of colour. All year round Badbury Clump is a popular destination for hikers and dog walkers.

ter came to Wayland with a ring to be mended. Wayland ravished her, then made his escape on fantastic metal wings which he had forged.

Folly Park The main entrance to Folly Park is via Park Road, just before the Esso garage. The park is an area of natural open space which includes a fishing lake, picnic area and park benches.

The very curious sculpture that can be seen from the A420 is called “As Old As The Hills” and was produced by local artist Michie Herbert, from Great Coxwell, as part A

of a local schools’ arts initiative in 2004.

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LOCAL PLACES OF INTEREST

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Buscot Park and the Faringdon Collection Oxfordshire is a county rich in historic houses and gardens, many of them still in private ownership, and a few now under the care and protection of the National Trust. Buscot Park, which lies in the south west corner of the county bordering Gloucestershire and Wiltshire, half way between Faringdon and Lechlade, is perhaps one of the least well known, yet is one of the most rewarding to visit.

Although the House and Estate have been owned by the National Trust for just over sixty years it remains very much the family home of Lord Faringdon and consequently Buscot avoids the depressing conformity and lifeless feeling of so many houses open to the public.

The contents of the House are also not owned by the National Trust, but by a separate charitable trust, the Faringdon Collection Trust, which continues to acquire works of art, both antique and contemporary. This ensures that the collection is not static, but is continually evolving - so there is always something new to see.

Contemporary glassware by Sally Fawkes and Colin Reid rub shoulders with portraits by Rembrandt and Rubens and furniture designed by Robert Adam and Thomas Hope. It is an extraordinary collection, particularly strong on works by artists of the Pre-Raphaelite brotherhood. The Saloon, perhaps one of the most memorable rooms in any house in England, houses the famous series of paintings by Sir Edward Burne-Jones known as the Legend of the Briar Rose, inspired by the story of the Sleeping Beauty.

Outside, the extensive Pleasure Grounds and Formal Gardens are a real treat to explore, especially in spring and early summer. Woodland avenues radiate from the arch in the East Pavilion concealing a series of sheltered roundels - the Swinging Garden, where adults can revisit their childhood, is especially appealing. In the most northerly avenue lies the spectacular Water Garden (see photo) designed by Harold Peto in 1904.

To the west of the house a descending stairway leads to the enchanting Four Seasons Walled Garden. Guarding the entrance is a group of seventeen life size Chinese terracotta warriors, newly acquired, whilst beyond, one can glimpse David Harber’s recently commissioned Faux Fall. End your visit in the highly colourful Tearoom, indulging in a delicious home made tea.

Buscot Park and the Faringdon Collection, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 8BU Website: www.buscotpark.com

Tel. Estate Office: 01367 240786

Tel. Information Line: 01367 241794

Email: estbuscot@aol.com

Buscot Park and the Faringdon Collection Open 1st April to 30th September 2011 At Buscot Park you will find exquisite gardens, including the spectacular Water Garden designed by Harold Peto and the Four Seasons Walled Garden created by the present Lord Faringdon.

The House is home to the Faringdon Collection which contains an extraordinary array of paintings, furniture and objets d'art.

House, Gardens and Tearoom Open Wednesday, Thursday and Friday afternoons 2pm-6pm (last admission to house 5pm) Gardens only Open Monday and Tuesday afternoons 2pm-6pm Also open on the following weekends and Bank Holidays: 9/10, 23/24/25, 30 April 1/2, 14/15, 28/29/30 May 11/12, 25/26 June 9/10, 23/24 July 13/14, 27/28/29 August 10/11, 24/25 September

www.buscotpark.com

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FOCUS ON GODDARD AND SON

Wes Goddard and his team of craftsmen have been creating and installing kitchens for over 12 years. Based in Regal Way, Faringdon, Goddard & Son is a true family business with a showroom and workshop where they design and manufacture bespoke kitchens, bedrooms and freestanding furniture. Focus on Faringdon caught up with Wes to find out about one of Faringdon’s best kept secrets.

So Wes, tell us about your business.

What do you do and why are you different?

As you know, we design, manufacture and install bespoke kitchens and bedrooms as well as retailing free standing furniture, and we specialise in hand painted finishes. I guess what really makes us different from any other bespoke furniture business is that we provide a high quality product and personal service without the premium price tag. Our kitchen prices start at around £10,000 rather than the average £40,000 most bespoke companies will charge. We believe that excellent quality and professional service should be available for “We were really pleased to find a local business who everyone and shouldn’t be exclusive to the could offer us the personal service we were looking for - Wes has given me my dream kitchen.” privileged few.

We work closely with our customers to deliver exactly what will work for them in terms of functionality, design and final look. Customers are given sprayed colour samples so they can see how the shade and finish will appear in their own home before making a decision. We also work with the highest quality suppliers including Bosch, who supply all our kitchen appliances. We can offer appliances as part of a kitchen package or as a stand alone purchase. In fact we’re thrilled to have just been made a Bosch VIP Partner, one of only 50 or so in the UK. This shows that Bosch recognise the effort we put into satisfying our customers.

A lot of people might think starting a kitchen business in a recession is not the wisest thing to do but how are you finding things?

Actually it’s been brilliant! Since opening the new workshop and showroom early in 2010, we’ve been constantly busy with both kitchen and bedroom projects and 2011 promises to be just as busy, if not more so. Moving house is not cheap these days so a lot of people are choosing not to move but to improve instead and invest in their properties. Kitchens especially are a part of the home where people spend a vast proportion of their time and a great kitchen design and installation can give a superb return on investment both financially and in terms of how they “I had a vision of what I wanted and Wes turned use their space, helping people fall in love with that into a reality; we felt the quality of the service their home all over again.

Mr & Mrs Miller, Faringdon

How do you manage to keep your prices so competitive?

We manufacture almost everything at our workshop in Faringdon, which cuts out the “middle man” and by making sensible choices about the materials we use, we’re able to reduce the price dramatically. The secret to making these materials look so fantastic is our hand spraying process which is done with great care and attention to detail. This means that our kitchens and furniture are very hard wearing and designed to last for many years, unlike cheaper mass-produced kitchens which you’ll need to replace much more frequently.

You’re an independent business. Can you matched the high quality of the product and for us they’re both equally important.” provide the range of choice offered by the Mrs Sharp, Shrivenham bigger brands?

Absolutely! A trip to our showroom will quickly reassure people that we can easily compete.

We have a range of 8 different door designs and can offer over 2,000 paint colours! When you add in four different types of worktop materials in dozens of colourways and a wide range of doorknobs, handles and accessories, there is more than enough choice and opportunity to create a truly unique look. Being an independent business we can focus on the things that matter; we understand that buying a kitchen is a big investment so we never put people under pressure to make choices. We are very happy to provide designs, plans and “It was a really nice experience coming into the quotations free of charge and at no obligation. showroom with a lovely welcome every time. Unlike It’s possible for us to manufacture and install other companies, we never felt pressurised. We’re really happy with the final look and finish.” kitchens in 4-6 weeks but are very much led Mr & Mrs M, Uffington by the customer’s own timescale.

For further information or any other enquiries please contact us at: Unit 7a, Regal Way, Faringdon SN7 7BX Telephone: 01367 244989 Email: enquiries@goddardandson.co.uk Web: www.goddardandson.co.uk

What’s your secret?!

We believe it’s all about having the right product and service at the right price. Our customers also know how much we care about them as people and we value their faith in us to deliver what they want, fulfilling their dreams. We don’t stop until they’re at least 100% happy!

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SCHOOLS, COLLEGES AND NURSERIES

Faringdon Infant School

Old Station Nursery The Old Station Nursery in Faringdon is part of a dynamic

Situated on the edge of Faringdon the school, parts of which date back to 1872, occu-

childcare company founded in 2002.

pies a site which includes a wood, two playgrounds and a large field with play equip-

The nursery provides a secure, comfortable and stimulating environment for children between the ages of 3 months and 4 years. It also operates a breakfast and after-school club for children aged between 4 and 8 years. The nursery has

ment. The school comprises three year 2 classes, two year 1 classes, three Foundation Stage classes and a nursery. Each class has a Smartboard and between three and four internet-connected computers to support pupils’ learning. Teachers at the school are well supported by a team of excellent teaching assistants and office staff who encourage children to develop independence, initiative and individuality whilst developing a

an ethos of a ‘home from home’ for children. A team of qualified and experienced staff offer warmth, care and opportunities to learn, so that children can develop and grow in an ideal environment.

strong sense of respect for others. The school works in partnership with parents and is committed to being part of the community.

The school is one of very few in Oxfordshire offering separate Infant School facilities.

The nursery offers

It has excellent resources to support all curriculum areas and ensures a smooth transi-

full day care or part-

tion to the nearby Faringdon Junior School.

day sessions, and offers free pre-

Prospective parents are encouraged to make an appointment to visit the school to see

school sessions for

the children working in class, meet the Head Teacher and ask questions. Registration

3 and 4 year olds.

forms are available from the school office. The school takes children from within the

Staff can also help

town of Faringdon and outlying villages.

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avenues for help with childcare costs, including advice on

The school is equipped to integrate

tax credits and employer childcare voucher schemes.

children with special educational needs and provide appropriate support and

7 Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BP Tel: 01367 243800 faringdon@theoldstationnursery.co.uk www.theoldstationnursery.co.uk

extra teaching or ancillary assistance

Manager: Liz Clements

for gifted children, children with learning or physical disabilities, and those with

Lechlade Road, Faringdon, SN7 8AH Tel: 01367 240655 Office.2561@faringdon-Inf.oxon.sch.uk www.faringdoninfantschool.org.uk

emotional or social problems. Wheel-

Headteacher: Heather Hambidge

chair access is available to most parts

Type of school: State, community

of the school. Staff run after-school

Pupil age range: 3 - 7

clubs such as art, ICT, cookery and

Type of school: Independent, Nursery

outdoor games. Additionally, there are

Gender: Mixed

Pupil age range: 3 months - 8 years

many opportunities for children to par-

Number of pupils: 205 (+52 Nursery)

Gender: Mixed

ticipate in externally run clubs including football, French and guitar.

Nursery: Yes

Ferndale Preparatory School Housed in beautiful Georgian buildings situated just a short walk from Faringdon town centre, Fern-

5-7 Bromsgrove Faringdon, SN7 7JF Tel: 01367 240618 info@ferndaleschool.co.uk www.ferndaleschool.co.uk

rate of pupils gaining their first-choice of senior school, often

Headteacher: Andrew Mersh

with scholarships to the most selective schools in the sur-

Type of school: Independent

rounding counties. Music, art and sport provide a balance to

dale is a highly-regarded independent school for boys and girls aged two and a half to eleven years.

Ferndale prides itself on excellent academic results as well as a particular emphasis on good behaviour and courtesy. The school is not selective and yet maintains a consistently outstanding success

the specialist subject teaching of the academic curriculum

Pupil age range: 2 - 11

and scholarships are offered in both music, art and academ-

Gender: Mixed

ic excellence. Ferndale draws from a wide catchment area

Number of pupils: 100

stretching from Lechlade, Highworth, Swindon and Wantage, and parents and prospective pupils are welcome to visit Ferndale informally at any time of the year to gain a feel for the school before making any decisions.

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Faringdon Junior School Part of the Faringdon Learning Community Faringdon Junior School occupies an extensive school site offering excellent resources for learning and playing. It has ten large classrooms and two halls well equipped for physical education, drama, assemblies and dining. In addition to a computer suite consisting of 16 computers, the school has a multimedia room combining the school library, which is well-stocked with fiction and non-fiction, with internet access computers to aid pupils in their research. The school has a specialist art and design technology room and a further room for the teaching of music and drama. Pupils also use the kitchen for group cooking and healthy eating programmes for which the school won an award in 2006. The school playgrounds are extensive with several hard play areas, a large grass playing field, and a quiet garden surrounded by mature trees and hedges. A nature reserve area provides an excellent stimulus for science, geography and art projects.

The curriculum is determined by the aims of the school and the requirements of the National Curriculum. All children are taught within Key Stage 2 (age 7-11). Children are taught predominantly in their class groups although a mixture of teaching styles are used including whole class teaching, mixed ability group work, ability group work, ability sets for maths and individual teaching. The school has a highly skilled team of teaching assistants who work closely with teachers to support children with special educational needs, physical or emotional difficulties.

The Elms, Gloucester Street, Faringdon, SN7 7HZ Tel: 01367 240232 Office.2562@faringdon-jun.oxon.sch.uk www.faringdon-jun.oxon.sch.uk Headteacher: Paul Turner

Intrinsic to the school’s teaching is “value based education” which enables pupils to think Positively, listen actively, develop good learning and interpersonal skills and take

Type of school: State, community

responsibility for their actions by controlling their reactions.

Pupil age range: 7 - 11

Children are admitted to the school at the beginning of Year 3, the majority usually

Gender: Mixed

transferring from Faringdon Infant School. At the end of Key Stage 2 children usually go on

Number of pupils: 230

to Faringdon Community College. The school admits children from within the town of Faringdon and surrounding villages. If there are any further places available these are initially allocated to brothers and sisters of children who already attend the school or who have attended the school. The school adopts the County admissions policy.

Faringdon Community College Faringdon Community College, FCC, is a popular mixed comprehensive school for 11-18 year olds, situated on the outskirts of Faringdon.

The college occupies a large, attractively landscaped site with an excellent range of specialist accommodation. The College has recently benefitted from the addition of a new science block to the front of the building. FCC, as a community school, embraces the idea of lifelong learning and community education.

Faringdon Community College is committed to achieving the highest of standards in all aspects of its work and the attainment of its students. OFSTED TR Fernham Road rated Faringdon Community College as an ‘Outstanding School’, only the second school in Faringdon, SN7 7LB Oxfordshire to achieve this grade. In 2009 FCC was the highest ranked school in OxfordTel: 01367 240375 / 240628 shire in four of the six key indicators at GCSE; for pupil progress the school was ranked in office@fcc.oxon.sch.uk the 8th percentile of all schools nationally. At Key Stage 5 the school offers a comprehenwww.fcc.oxon.sch.uk sive range of A Level subjects. In the latest ALPS (A Level Performance Systems) analysis FCC was placed in the top 5% of all schools for student progress.

Headteacher: David Wilson FCC became a Specialist Engineering College in 2003 and this specialism has a made a strong and positive impact on the College. It was one of the first ten schools in the country to be awarded Engineering Status and is at the vanguard of using its status to enhance and enrich the learning experiences of its students, as recognised by the OFSTED inspectors. As a high performing Specialist School it was awarded a second specialism, ‘Applied Learning’, in 2009. As a result, a range of vocational courses have been introduced including BTEC sport, business, travel & tourism and engineering.

Type of school: State, community

Parents wishing a child to attend Faringdon Community College should contact the college direct. Priority is given to: children who live in the catchment area, children with a brother or sister already at FCC and those children who live closest to FCC.

Specialist Status:

Pupil age range: 11 - 18 Gender: Mixed Number of pupils: 1032 Post 16 provision: Yes

Engineering and Applied Learning’

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ACCOMMODATION

Horse and Jockey 25 Faringdon Road, Stanford in the Vale, Oxfordshire SN7 8NN Tel: 01367 710302 E: info@horseandjockey.org www.horseandjockey.org Charles & Anna Gaunt King and Queen Longcot Shrivenham Road, Longcot, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 7TL Tel: 01793 784348 E: enquiry@ longcotkingandqueen.com www.longcotkingandqueen.com Bill Collings Manor Farm Kelmscott, Nr Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7 3HJ Tel: 01367 252620 E: emma@kelmscottbandb.co.uk www.kelmscottbandb.co.uk Emma Horner

Morlands High Street, Longworth, Oxfordshire OX13 5DU Tel: 01865 820214 E: fiona@benbows.net www.morlandsbedandbreakfast.com

Fiona Benbow Norton House Broad Street, Uffington, Oxfordshire SN7 7RA Tel/Fax: 01367 820230 carloberman123@btinternet.com Mrs Fenella Oberman www.smoothhound.co.uk/ hotels/nortonfaringdon

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Cox’s Hall 60 High Street Stanford in the Vale, Oxfordshire SN7 8NQ Tel: 01367 710248 E:coxshall@gotadsl.co.uk Margaret Lawes

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Camden House 28 Market Place Faringdon SN7 7HU Tel: 01367 241121 E: camwynn@aol.com Wynn Matson

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Room and Prices

Sudbury House Hotel Folly Hill , Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 8AA Tel: 01367 241272 Fax: 01367 242346 E: stay@sudburyhouse.co.uk www.sudburyhouse.co.uk Andrew Ibbotson

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Other available accommodation: Ashtree Farm Accommodation Ashtree Farm, Buckland SN7 8PX. Tel: 01367 870540. Rooms from £65 single. .

Chowle Farmhouse Chowle Farm, Faringdon SN7 7SR. Tel: 01367 241688. Rooms from £55 single, £75 double. Satellite TV and wifi.

Fallowfields Country House Hotel Faringdon Road, Kingston Bagpuize OX13 5BH. Tel: 01865 820416. Rooms from £99.50 to £180.

King and Queen Shrivenham Road, Longcot SN7 7TL. Tel: 01793 783611. Suitable for families and pets welcome. Pub accommodation.

Livingstone House 19 Coxwell Street, Faringdon SN7 7EB. Tel: 01367 240929. Single from £35, family room from £55. Family friendly.

Old Crown Coaching Inn 25 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU. Tel: 01367 242744. Pub accommodation, rooms from £50.

The Vines Burford Road, Black Bourton, Bampton OX18 2PF. Tel: 01993 843559. Doubles from £70, family room from £160.

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Stylers OF

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EATING AND DRINKING

Bell Hotel

King and Queen Bell Hotel Market Place Faringdon SN7 7HP

King and Queen Shrivenham Road Longcot Faringdon SN7 7TL

Tel: 01367 240534 Fax: 01367 358085

Tel: 01793 784348 Email: enquiry@longcotkingandqueen.com www.longcotkingandqueen.com

Email: thebellfaringdon@aol.com Website: www.thebellhotelfaringdon.com Traditional Food

Traditional Food

Portwell Angel

The Fat Dog The Fat Dog Station Road Shrivenham Swindon SN6 8JL Tel: 01793 783443

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Portwell Angel 26 Market Place Faringdon SN7 7HU

Email: info@thefatdog.co.uk Website: www.thefatdog.co.uk

Tel: 01367 248030 Email: portwellangel@gmail.com ¯ Website: www.portwellangel.co.uk Cafe • Wine and Cocktail Bar ~ Great for Functions

Freshly Prepared Food

Horse and Jockey

Portwell Cellar Horse & Jockey 25 Faringdon Road Stanford in the Vale SN7 8NN

Portwell Cellar 26a Market Place Faringdon SN7 7HU

Tel: 01367 710302

Tel: 01367 248031

Email: info@horseandjockey.org www.horseandjockey.org

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Sky Sports

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Email: portwellcellar@hotmail.co.uk Website: www.portwellangel.co.uk Cask Ales & Fine Whiskies If you would like to advertise in the next Focus on Faringdon, or need to amend your current entry, please call Lou Guthrie on 01367 246136 or email focuson@bordengate.com

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EATING AND DRINKING Red Lion

The Swan Red Lion 3 Cornmarket Faringdon SN7 7HG

The Swan 1 Park Road Faringdon SN7 7BP

Tel: 01367 244585 Email: redlion @gustoinns.co.uk

Tel: 01367 241480

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Sudbury House Hotel

Beer brewed on site at the Faringdon Brewery

The Volunteer The Volunteer 2 Gloucester Street Faringdon SN7 7HY

Folly Hill Faringdon SN7 8AA Tel: 01367 241272 Fax: 01367 242346

Tel: 01367 244660

Email: stay@sudburyhouse.co.uk Website: www.sudbury house.co.uk Extensive gardens ~ Weddings and Functions

¯ Traditional food ~ Secluded garden

The Anchor Inn 1 High St, Stanford In The Vale, Faringdon, SN7 8LH Tel: 08721 077 077

Ming’s Takeaway 30a Marlborough Street, Faringdon SN7 7JP Tel: 01367 241012

Bangkok Kitchen Old Post Office, 1 Marlborough Street, Faringdon SN7 7HP Tel: 01367 242413

Old Crown Coaching Inn 25 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU Tel: 01367 242744

Best Food 2000 11 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HP Tel: 01367 243300

Rainbow Fish & Chips 7 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AE Tel: 01367 243572

Blowing Stone Inn Kingston Lisle, Wantage OX12 9QL. Tel: 01367 820288

Sadlers 23 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU Tel: 01367 240678

The Clanfield Tavern Bampton Road, Clanfield OX18 2RG. Tel: 01367 810223

Saffron 14 Coxwell Street, Faringdon SN7 7HA Tel: 01367 243380

Duke of Wellington 7 Lechlade Road, Faringdon SN7 8AL Tel: 01367 241939

Sandwich Phillers 4b London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AA Tel: 01367 243433

Fallowfields Restaurant & Hotel Kingston Bagpuize OX13 5BH Tel: 01865 820416

Sheffords Bakers 9 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AE Tel: 01367 240047

Faringdon Coffee House 4b Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HL Tel: 01367 241574

USA Chicken 6 Marlborough Street, Faringdon SN7 7JP Tel: 01367 244477

Folly Inn 54 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AA Tel: 01367 240620

Viceroy Tandoori 19 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AG Tel: 01367 241896

Market Restaurant 6 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HL Tel: 01367 240945

Wheatsheaf Inn 5 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AE Tel: 01367 244219

Mayflower 28 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AA Tel: 01367 240284

Woodman Inn Fernham SN7 7NX Tel: 01367 820643

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SHOPPING IN FARINGDON ANTIQUES

CHARITY

Oxford Architectural Antiques Ferndale Street SN7 7AA 01367 242268 www.oxfordarchitectural.co.uk

African Children’s Fund Market Place SN7 7HW 01367 244480 www.actionchildren.org

BAKERS

Action for Children in Conflict 4 Cornmarket SN7 7HQ 01367 242013

Sheffords 9 London Street SN7 7AE 01367 240047 BANKING Barclays Bank 14 Market Place SN7 7HP 08457 555 555 LloydsTSB 8 Market Place SN7 7HL 01367 240351

Many people are surprised by the range of shops on offer in Faringdon.

Most of the businesses are independently owned, setting Faringdon apart from the “branded high streets” so often seen in other market towns.

Food, furniture, clothes, bridal wear, flowers, gifts, healthcare, beauty products, jewellery ... you’ll find it all with a personal service in Faringdon.

Faringdon Pharmacy 28a London Street SN7 7AA 01367 244632

DIY AND HOME White Horse Book Shop 10a Marlborough Street SN7 7JP 01367 242742

Thornton’s Bookshop 10a Marlborough Street, SN7 7JP 01367 240056 www.thorntonsbooks.co.uk

Davis Home Centre Ltd 17 London Street SN7 7AG 01367 240140 Too Many Cooks 11 London Street, SN7 7AG 01367 244440 Faringdon Lifestyle & Mobility 4a London Street SN7 7AA

BRIDAL AND FORMAL WEAR Cariad 3 London Street SN7 7AE 01367 243526 www.cariad-bride.co.uk BUTCHERS

CARS, CAR SPARES & PARTS

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Boots Chemist 17 Market Place SN7 7HR 01367 240505

BOOKS

Pat Thomas Butcher 3 Market Place SN7 7HL 01367 240551

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CHEMIST

NB Moore Cars Unit 3, Park Road SN7 7BP 01367 243593 www.nbmoorecars.co.uk

DRY CLEANING County Cleaners 3b London Street SN7 7AE 01367 240362 www.countydrycleaners.co.uk DVD AND FILM HIRE Blockbuster Video 12 Market Place SN7 7HP 01367 241471 www.blockbuster.co.uk FISHING Turner's Tackle & Bait 4 Station Road SN7 7BN 01367 241044

Faringdon Garage Marlborough Street SN7 7JP 01367 241212

FLORIST

Faringdon Motorparts 51 Gravel Walk SN7 7JN 01367 242072

Thanks A Bunch 7a Market Place SN7 7HL 01367 244806 www.faringdonflowers.co.uk

SHOPPING IN FARINGDON FOOD, DRINK AND GROCERIES Budgens 3 Marlborough Street SN7 7JE 01367 240575 www.budgens.co.uk Costcutters 17 Folly View Road SN7 7DL 01367 244006

Presentation 6 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 241111 The Really Useful Shop 21 Market Place SN7 7HU 01367 244301

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MUSIC The Piano Gallery 13-15 London Street SN7 7AE 01367 244554 www.thepianogallery.co.uk

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

NEWSAGENTS

Manna 19b Market Place SN7 7HP 01367 241702

Rogers Gardenstone Sands Hill SN7 7PQ 01367 240112 www.rogersgardenstone.co.uk

Martins Newsagent 22 Market Place SN7 7HU 01367 240345

Portwell Angel (Wine Merchants) 26 Market Place SN7 7HU 01367 248030 www.portwellangel.co.uk

Travis Perkins 1 Pioneer Road SN7 7BU 01367 243221 www.travisperkins.co.uk

Haine & Smith 7 Cornmarket SN7 7HH 01367 242262

Sandwich Phillers 4b London Street SN7 7AA 01367 243433 www.sandwichphillers.co.uk

HAIRDRESSERS AND BARBERS

PETS AND ANIMALS

Barber Shop 6 Cornmarket, SN7 7HH 01367 244611

Danetree Veterinary Surgeons 14 Coxwell Road, Faringdon, SN7 7EZ. 01367 242777 www.danetreevets.co.uk

FURNITURE AND UPHOLSTERY

Covers of Faringdon 3 Coxwell Street SN7 7EA 01367 244228

Elms Veterinary Surgery 30 Gloucester Street, Faringdon, SN7 7HY. 01367 242416

Aston Pine 16-18 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 243840

Renaissance 2 Lechlade Road SN7 8AQ 01367 240757

Pet Shop & Reptile Ranch 12-14 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 244828 www.allpet.co.uk

Aunties Emporium 1 Lechlade Road SN7 8AL 01367 240611 www.auntiesemporium.co.uk

Segais 8 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 244344 www.segais.co.uk

Curtains Plus Foundry Barn, Marlborough Street SN7 7JP 01367 242554 www.curtainsplus.co.uk

Stylers 2 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 240249

Faringdon Upholstery 31 Park Road SN7 7BP 01367 241855

Pure Me 6a London Street SN7 7AA 01367 244558 www.pureme.co.uk

OPTICIANS

Sweet Paradise 4 Marlborough Street, SN7 7JP

Majo 35 Marlborough Street SN7 7JL 01367 242030 www.majofurniture.co.uk GIFTS AND HOME Mustard Seed 19a Market Place SN7 7HP 01367 244821 Nut Tree 2 Cornmarket SN7 7HG 01367 242922

HEALTH AND BEAUTY

JEWELLERS Deacon & Son 18 Market Place SN7 7HP 01367 241114 www.deacons-jewellers.com Orafric 4a Market Place SN7 7HL 01367 244615

PROPERTY Christopher Bice Estate Agent 20 Gloucester Street SN7 7HY 01367 240241 www.christopherbice.co.uk Harpers Estate Agent 8 Cornmarket SN7 7HH 01367 244445 www.harpers-estate-agents.co.uk Marriotts Chartered Surveyors 9 Market Place SN7 7HL 01367 242422 www.marriotts.co.uk Perry Bishop & Chambers 16 Market Place SN7 7HS 01367 240356 www.perrybishop.co.uk Weaver Khan Chartered Architects 17c London Street, SN7 7AG 0845 094 0626 www.wkarchitects.co.uk

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Come and share in the tradition of conversation, food and drink in our Italian restaurant in Wantage, Oxfordshire.

Gigi’s aims to welcome you whether it is for a quick bite after work, a family celebration or a romantic meal for two.

To book a table call us on: Open 11am until late Seven days a week 14 Wallingford Street, Wantage OX12 8AX

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Full 24hr veterinary service providing a friendly and caring environment for you and your pet

the organic way pure ~ honest ~ beautiful

pure me, 6a london street, faringdon sn7 7aa 01367 244558 www.pure-me.co.uk

Presentation 6 London Street , Faringdon SN7 7AA

01367 241111 www.presentationgifts.co.uk

Lots of ladies’ accessories to suit every mood and occasion.

For the home, a sumptuous range of accessories from cut glass and Country Home Candles to trinket boxes.

Don’t forget the children either delights aplenty!

Opening Hours Mon-Sat 9am-5pm

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Accountancy Services

Building & Construction Services

Bunting & Co. 7 Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HL. 01367 243789 Geoff Wells 01367 241984 Net Result 01367 242666

Agricultural Building

A & M Roofing & Building 01367 860473 AA Hammond 01367 244863 AD Anderson 01367 718427 D & S Builders 3 Dowell Court, Faringdon SN7 7FQ. 01367 242755 / 07765 010751 GP Jones 01367 810464 Hive Construction Ltd 01367 718643 MP West 01367 242037 MP Whittle Groundwork & Construction 01367 242882 RJC Construction Unit 15, W&G Estate, East Challow, OX12 9TF. 01235 763547 West Oxon Builders 01367 860599

Challow Products Unit 7, Old Sawmills Road, Faringdon SN7 7DS. 01367 240091

Business Services - Database Management

Agricultural Engineer

ISC Research Ltd Faringdon Business Centre, Faringdon, SN7 7YR. 01367 241222

Aggregates Grundon Sand & Gravel Ltd Wicklesham Quarry, Faringdon, SN7 7PQ. 01367 241325 MJ Dowell Sand & Gravel 01367 243053 The Stone Centre Wicklesham Quarry, Faringdon, SN7 7PQ. 01367 241325

JH Cole Agricultural Engineering 01367 244760

Business Services - Administration & Secretarial Animals & Pets - Equestrian Asti Equestrian Millaway Farm, Goosey SN7 8PA. 01367 710288 Baulking Grange Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NR. 01367 718678 Gainfield Training & Livery Gainfield Farm Gainfield, Faringdon, SN7 8QH. 07887 808630 Horseshoe Saddlery Station House, Challow Station, Faringdon, SN7 8NT. 01367 710797

Animals & Pets - Kennels & Catteries Charney Pet Care Centre Ivy Cottage, Stanford Road, Faringdon, SN7 8ET. 01367 241063 Court Cattery 21-23 High Street, Stanford in the Vale, Faringdon,SN7 8LH. 01367 710595

Animals & Pets - Pet Minding Cat Cuddles 01367 718761 Faith Wills 01367 240641 Happy Hounds Coleshill 01367 244535

myPA Virtual Services Brunel House, Volunteer Way, Faringdon, SN7 7YR. 01367 246003

Business Services-Marketing Colporteur Unit 5, The Old Barn, Wicklesham Lodge Farm, Faringdon, SN7 7PN. 08454 300900 DWD Solutions 01367 244417 Gel Marketing Ltd The Old Bull, 27 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AG. www.gel-marketing.co.uk 0845 347 9107

Car Hire Brian's Hire 0845 260 3230 Faringdon Cars 01367 243838 Stanford Cars 13 Glebe Road, Stanford in the Vale. 01367 718287 Webb Cars 01367 241820 / 07831 100011 White Horse Hire 01367 241132 / 07768 081182

Care - Day Care Animals & Pets - Pet Supplies

Bromsgrove Day Centre 01367 242434

Trophy Pet Foods Unit 6, Old Sawmills Road, Faringdon, SN7 7DS. 01367 241166

Care - Home Animals & Pets - Vet Alternative Veterinary Medicine Centre Chinham House, High Street, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NQ. 01367 710324 Christopher Day Chinham House, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NQ. 01367 710324 Danetree Veterinary Surgeons 14 Coxwell Road, Faringdon, SN7 7EZ. 01367 242777 Elms Veterinary Surgery 30 Gloucester Street, Faringdon, SN7 7HY. 01367 242416 Robert Elliots Veterinary Surgery 21-23 High Street, Stanford-in-theVale, SN7 8LH. 01367 710595

Ferendune Court Care Home Ash Close, Faringdon, SN7 8ER. 01367 244267 Grange Nursing Home 25 Church Street, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8HU. 01367 718836

Carpentry & Joinery Aspect Woodworking Unit 12, Pioneer Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BU. 01367 242522 DG Joinery 07831 680440 Paul Townsend 01367 241020 SPR Joinery Services 01367 244685

Antiques Broughton Antique Restorers 01367 242009

Chartered Surveyors Marriotts 9 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HL. 01367 242422

Architect Andrew Townsend Marlborough House, 2 Bromsgrove, Faringdon, SN7 7JQ. 01367 242639 Anthony Hayward Parsonage House, Goosey. 01367 710389 Weaver Khan RIBA Chartered Architects 17c London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AG. 08450 940626 Tom Gristwood 01367 243000

Artist Heidi Corke Pet Commissions 01367 243064

Brewery Faringdon Brewery @ The Swan 01367 241480 Radnor Arms, Coleshill 01497 847460 White Horse Brewery White Horse Business Park, 3 Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 718700

Chimney Sweep Mark Billinge 01367 243052

Community Interest Companies and Support Chamber of Commerce Portwell House, 27 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU. 01367 246199 Focus On Faringdon Portwell House, 27 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU.01367 246136

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Flooring & Carpets - Care & Restoration

Cartridge UK (Wantage) Ltd 13-15 Grove Street, Wantage OX12 7AB 01235 768760 Happy Computer Company 07779 237551 Live Connections Hollyvale House, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8LE. 01367 710178 Quidne-IT Brunel House, Volunteer Way, Faringdon SN7 7YR. 08454 675087 Ruth Chester 01367 718720 Spire Dream Trading PO Box 2323, Faringdon, SN7 7YT. 01367 244557

Prestige Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Services 01367 240396 Ron Gallon Carpets 01367 241597 Stephen Plimmer 58 Kingsmead, Lechlade GL7 3BW. 01367 252538

Florist Claire Louse Flowers 07808 444888 Thanks A Bunch 7a Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HL. 01367 244806

Food & Drink Counselling Barbara Gilmour 01367 240557 Jenny Latimer 07778 332986 Miriam Taylor 01367 718645 Maureen Hunt 01367 244736

Den Boer Wines 01367 241169 White Horse Wine Co. Ltd 01367 243373 Blackacres Meat Blackacres Farm, Goosey, SN7 8PA. 01367 718640

Funeral Director Dentistry Peter Walker & Associates 8 Gloucester Street, Faringdon, SN7 7HY. 01367 240514

Baker & Sons 5 Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BP. 01367 240572 G & L Evans 8 Marlborough Street, Faringdon, SN7 7JP. 01367 242762 J Godfrey & Son Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NN. 01367 718998

Furniture & Upholstery Domestic Appliance - Servicing and Sales Household Appliance Services 01793 766397

Faringdon Upholstery 31 Park Road, Faringdon. 01367 241855 White Horse Furniture Unit 1, Chowle Estate, Little Coxwell, Faringdon, SN7 7SR. 01367 243932

DIY and Homecare Davis Home Centre 17 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AE. 01367 240140

Furniture & Upholstery - Restoration

Dressmaking

Garden - Design

Faith Wills 01367 240641

Jo Walsh 01367 241932

Driving Tuition

Garden - Improvements

Noble Driving School 01367 710199 Tim's School of Motoring 01367 710546 Top Marks for Driving 01367 240267

Pepler Fine Fencing The Rockeries, Goosey, SN7 8PA. 01367 718682 RMS Garden Improvements 01367 240694 Rogers Gardenstone Sands Hill, Faringdon, SN7 7PQ. 01367 240112

Electricial Services

Garden - Landscaping, Building & Maintenance

JP Larkin Electrical 01367 240308 J & W Electrical 01367 710793 NJ Drawbridge 01367 241365

A & L Garden Maintenance 01367 870305 Damsons Designs 01367 710793 Denee 01367 240460 DMW Garden Construction & Maintenance 01367 241932 B.Gristwood 01367 241329 IL Harrison 01367 242459 Mirage Landscapes 01367 240164

Employment Agencies and Networks Faringdon Chamber of Commerce (Focus on Faringdon) Contact Jane Haynes on 01367 246130

Upholstery & Furniture Repairs 01367 252826

Garden - Machinery Entertainment Services Darren Rolls Entertainment 01367 718112 Fusion Entertainments 01367 870512 JS Stage & Events Services 07747 600065 Michael Colley Magic 01367 252482

Homeland Garden Machines Faringdon Business Park, Unit 14 Chowle Estate, Great Coxwell, Faringdon SN7 7SR. 01367 243566

Glaziers Cameo Glass Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7DS. 01367 242421

Fencing

Golf Course

Pepler Fine Fencing The Rockeries, Goosey, SN7 8PA. 01367 718682

Carswell Golf Course Carswell, Faringdon, SN7 8PU 01367 870422 Faringdon Golf Course Great Coxwell SN7 7LU 01367 243944

Finance, Insurance and Banking Barclays Bank Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HP. 08457 555 555 Bordengate BGi Portwell House, 27 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU. 01367 246130 LloydsTSB Bank 8 Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HN. 0845 300 0000 Veritza Weise Independent Mortgage Broker 01367 240241 Fairfield Financial Services 9a Regal Way, Faringdon, SN7 7BX. 01367 243645

Flooring & Carpets Caldecourt Carpets 01367 240114 Selkirk Harris Carpets 01367 718351

Guttering New Horizon Cladding 01367 710790

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BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Hair & Beauty Barber Shop 6 Cornmarket, Faringdon, SN7 7HH. 01367 244611 Beauty Matters 01367 820860 Covers of Faringdon 3 Coxwell Street, Faringdon, SN7 7EA. 01367 244228 Lucy 2 You 07813 187776 Pure Me 6a London Street SN7 7AA 01367 244558 Renaissance 2 Lechlade Road SN7 8AQ 01367 240757 Segais 8 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 244344 Stylers 2 London Street SN7 7AA 01367 240249 Sue Local Mobile Hairstylist 07796 432700 Vogue Hair Fashions 28 High Street, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NQ. 01367 710476 Woods Hair Carswell Golf & Country Club, Carswell, Faringdon, SN7 8PU. 01367 870990

Signal Ambitech 9a Regal Way, Faringdon, SN7 7BX. 01367 242660 Storage Solutions Unit 7, White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 711800 Vale Refrigeration Services Unit 17, White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 710770 Faringdon Precision Engineering Unit 3, 29 Park Road, Faringdon SN7 7BP. 01367 244844 Brec Engineering Unit 19 Pioneer Road, Faringdon SN7 7BU. 01367 241018

Internet in4m 01367 241707 07810 253111 The Proof Fairy Low cost web design 01367 888229

Kitchen Design and Installation Goddard & Son Unit 7a, Regal Way, Faringdon SN7 7BX. 01367 244989

Haulage Ace Haulage 07799 308413

Leisure & Fitness One Life Fitness 07762 096891

Health

Leisure & Fitness Centres

Bbalanced 07974 942007 Belinda Billinge 07791 093023 Denise Cocquerel Chiropodist 01367 242106 Faringdon Clinic Salutation Mansions, 1 Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HL. 01367 244699 Heather Abel Homeopathy 01367 820709 / 01235 768033 Judith Ponting Sport & Remedial Massage Therapy 01367 718010 Kimmo Kaarla Massage 07775 616239 Laura Jones Pilates Instructor 01367 244162 Saunders 01367 244313

Faringdon Leisure Centre Fernham Road, Faringdon, SN7 7LB. 01367 241755

Health & Safety GH Outsourcing Solutions Ltd 07795 024434 PAVY Ltd 41 Beech Close, Faringdon, SN7 7EN. 01865 349014

Lettings Marriotts 9 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HL. 01367 242422

Lifts Faringdon Lifts 01367 241613

Maintenance - General GF Hunt & Son 01367 240721 Graham Fletcher 01367 242775 Lloyd Whitfield 07711 783542 SM Dancey 08431 163344 YDIY 01367 718616

Heating & Plumbing Hudsons Heating & Plumbing 01367 710614 MF Banfield 01367 242708 PR Abel 01367 820709 / 07767 388460 R & D Pugh 01367 240374 RJC Plumbing Unit 15, W&G Estate, East Challow, OX12 9TF. 01235 763547 RJ Harrison Plumbing & Heating 01367 242473 RM Plumbing 01367 240193 SJ Higgins 07817 096810 TJH Plumbing Services 01367 244401 Unicorn Plumbing & Heating 01367 240160

Home Improvements - Drives & Patios Drive Revival 01367 710317

House Clearance John Deacon House Clearance 01367 252059

Industrial, Engineering & Manufacturing Abbey Chart White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY 01367 711900 Alliance Refrigeration Unit 18, Pioneer Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BU. 01367 243438 AMR Sheetmetal Fabrication White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford in the Vale, SN7 8NY, 01367 718077 Biwater Treatment The Compound, White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale SN7 8NY 01367 710088 Bray Group Olive House, Regal Way, Faringdon, SN7 7BX. 01367 240736 DPL Engineering 27 High Street, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8LH 01367 718910 EcoQuip White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford in the Vale, SN7 8NY 01367 710077 Heasman & Sadler 29 Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BP. 01367 240286 Injection Moulding Tools White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford in the Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 718289 P. Pritchard Sheet Metal White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 710060 Pump Parts White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 710063 Shawcity Unit 13, Pioneer Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BU. 01367 246960

Motors - Dealer Blackworth Car Sales Unit 26 Blackworth Ind Est, Highworth, Swindon SN6 7NA. 01793 861293 / 07921 834511 Kingsdown Classics 21 Pioneer Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BU. 01367 244646 NB Moore Cars Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BP. 01367 244895 Old Dairy Classics Cape Works, Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BP. Paul Francis 01367 243454 Westland Autos Gainfield, Faringdon, SN7 8QQ. 01367 870666

Motors - Manufacturer Light Car Company White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 710377

Motors - Service & Repairs Faringdon Garage Marlborough Street, Faringdon, SN7 7JP. 01367 241212 Lee Kent Mobile Motor Engineer 07713 322396 NMV 27 Park Road, SN7 7BP 01367 240082 Pepler Car Services Goosey, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8PA. 01367 718718 Second To None Vehicle Repairs Old Sawmills Road, Faringdon, SN7 7DS. 01367 243456 Vale Garage 13 Faringdon Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NW. 01367 710777

Music David Martin Piano Tuner 01367 244085 The Piano Gallery 13-15 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AE. Tel: 01367 244554

Office Furnishing Eff Unit 7 White Horse Business Park, Ware Road, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 711801

Painting & Decorating Barrie Clarke 01367 240530 / 07788 667466 BS Tuckwell & Son 01367 240124 Derek Lafford 01367 860428 M & T Decorators 01367 240071 Michael J Devitt 01367 242583 NE Chambers 01367 242065 NJ Sykes 01367 240180 Peter Mattingley 01367 710443

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Pest Control TPS 07818 595200 Vale Game Pest Control Services 01367 820333

Photography Al Cane 01367 242147 Jam Studio The Old School House, Stanford-in-the-Vale, SN7 8LH. 01367 710168 Lisa Avenall Photography 07508 916495

Plant Hire Kinch Plant Old Sawmills Road, Faringdon, SN7 7DS. 01367 240402

Who are we?

Printing

BGi are a National Insurance Brokers with our Head Office here in Faringdon. We have recently changed our name and branding from Bordengate-Insurance to Bgi.

Artisan 62 Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BZ. 01367 240151 The Big Print Business Faringdon Business Centre,Volunteer Way, Faringdon, SN7 7YR. 01367 246004

What do we do?

Plasterer Rob Anger 07592 489345

Property - Commercial Wicklesham Commercial Properties Wicklesham Farm, Faringdon, SN7 7PN. 01367 244794

Property - Lettings Grays Residential Letting Puddle House, Great Coxwell, SN7 7NA. 01367 243970

Publishing Faringdon Newspapers 9 Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HL. 01367 243898 Focus on Faringdon Portwell House, 27 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU. 01367 246136

Recruitment Active Personnel Ltd 22 Market Place, Wantage OX12 8AE. 01235 225225 myPA Virtual Services Brunel House, Volunteer Way, Faringdon, SN7 7YR. 01367 246003 Un-retired 01367 718384

Roofing B & S Fowler 54 Westland Road, Faringdon, SN7 7EY. 01367 242185 / 07770 593681 M Wallis 01367 718099 Paul Morse Roofing Specialist 01367 252785

Sheds I ‘av’ Sheds Unit 9 Faringdon Business Park, Chowle Estate, Great Coxwell, Faringdon SN7 7SR. 01367 243032

Shop Fitting

BGi concentrate on Commercial Insurance Risks directly with our clientele but we also work with other brokers in the UK for certain complicated and specialist insurance placements.

Who are our clients?

Our clients include a range of businesses from PLCs paying tens of thousands of pounds all the way down to individuals paying just tens of pounds. Most of our clients are UK based but we do write overseas property and we have a substantial marine cargo account. Please visit our websites: www.BGi.uk.com & www.bordengate.com

Why we are different?

BGi consider Risk and Risk management before insurance. If we can help our clients reduce the chances of loss simply by adopting a pro active risk management philosophy it saves everyone time and money in the long term.

Alser UK Unit 6, Pioneer Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BU. 01367 242635

Solicitors

Where are we?

Storage

Portwell House, Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HU Telephone: 01367 241367 Fax: 08456 058 0520 Email: info@bordengate.com or info@BGi.UK.com

Ardington Archives White Horse Business Park, Stanford-in the-Vale, SN7 8NY. 01367 718710 Storage 4 All 27 Park Road, Faringdon, SN7 7BP. 01367 240880

Welcome to BGi UK:

Crowdy & Rose 2 Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HW. 01367 240285

Timber HJ Webb & Son 01793 783879

Valeting N B Moore Unit 3 RAC, Park Road, Faringdon SN7 8LA. 01367 244895

Web Design The Proof Fairy Low cost web design 01367 888229

Window & Conservatories Nick Ponting 01367 718009

Risk Management and Insurance Brokers, Our head office is situated here in Faringdon, in the newly refurbished Portwell House, above the Portwell Angel: like Lloyd’s, a coffee shop selling coffee, cakes, bottomry bonds and insurance. Do come and see us.

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Faringdon Youth Centre Highworth Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 7EG Tel: 01367 240155 Email: faringdon.youth@oxfordshire.gov.uk

“...truly an Aladdin’s Cave...” “...a little treasure trove...” “...what an amazing shop...”

Just some of the very kind comments made by our customers. Do come and visit us and see for yourselves the interesting and eclectic mix of carefully chosen greetings cards, gifts and interior accessories.

Appointed stockists for: Emma Bridgewater - Crabtree & Evelyn - Dartington Pilgrim - Smith & Canova 2 Cornmarket, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 7HG

Faringdon Youth Centre has had a £250,000 makeover!

Come along to the centre and see our comfortable new-look cafe and kitchen. Relax in comfort and chill out in style.

Tel: 01367 242922

For further info and opening times, visit:

E: wynn.nuttree@googlemail.com

www.spired.com/fyc

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www.facebook.com/Faringdonyouthcentre www.bebo.com/faringdony

CLUBS, ASSOCIATIONS AND GROUPS CHILDREN AND YOUTH Cubs, Scouts and Beaver Scouts Faringdon Area Scout Headquarters, Canada Lane (next to Infants School), Faringdon Contact: Denise Pargeter 01367 241911 email: d.pargeter@btinternet.com

1st Faringdon Brownies Meets every Wednesday at the United Church Hall 5.30-7.00pm during term time Girls are aged 7 years-10 years Offers a very varied programme following the girlguiding UK handbook.

Contact: Esther Taylor 01367 241431 2nd Faringdon Brownies Meets Thursdays during term time 5.45-7.15pm at Faringdon United Church.

Wide range of activities following the new Brownie program.

Contact: Keeley Bond 01367 241506 4th Faringdon Brownies (United Church) Meets Mondays (term time) at Faringdon United Church from 4:30-6:30pm Contact: Ann Jerome 01367 241566 4th Faringdon Rainbows Meets every Tuesday night (term time) between 5.30-6.30pm for girls age 5-7 for lots of fun activities.

Contact: Helen 01367 242766 Rainbow Brownies and Guides Faringdon and Stanford Area Rainbows (age 5-7), Brownies (age 7-10) Guides (10-14) Contact: Keeley Bond 01367 241506.

KidZone Children’s Club School Years 4-6 Weekly on Friday Evenings, 6.15-7.15pm, in the Baptist Chapel at Bromsgrove (Opposite the Fire Station) Contact: step_henmartin@hotmail.com 01367 242509 www.fbcyouth.co.uk Mini Mayhem Children's Group for School Years 1- 3.

Craft, games and stories.

Weekly on Friday Evenings, 5.00-6.00pm in the Baptist Chapel at Bromsgrove (Opposite the Fire Station) Contact: step_henmartin@hotmail.com 01367 242509 www.fbcyouth.co.uk Faringdon Youth Centre Highworth Road, Faringdon For opening hours and general information visit the website: www.spired.com/fyc or add us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/faringdonyouthcentre Contact: Susan 01367 240155 Email: faringdon.youth@oxfordshire.gov.uk

COMMUNITY Bridging the Gap Bridging the Gap aims, through a series of activities and arts events, to bridge the gap between the young and old in the community.

Contact: Liz Rothschild 01367 240508 Fax: 01367 242260

Faringdon Association of Residents FAR develop social and recreational facilities and represent the general interests of the residents of Faringdon and surrounding villages.

Contact: Colin Desborough 01367 240006 Faringdon Community Bus Group Provides a community bus service every weekday morning in Faringdon and regularly to and from nearby villages.

Contact: Mrs Kay Chamberlain 01367 242647 email: kaycham@tiscali.co.uk www.faringdoncommunitybus.co.uk Folly Trust Arranges open days and manages the maintenance of the Folly Tower and its surrounds. The tower is open from 11.00am to 5.00 pm on Easter Sunday and then on the first Sunday in each month until October.

Contact: Eddie Williams 01367 241142 Faringdon Family Centre Baptist Church, Bromsgrove, SN7 7JF The Family Centre provides various groups run by volunteers for the community.

Monthly and weekly activities for babies to pre-school children.

Contact: Mike Robinson 01367 242432 email:faringdonfamilycentre@tinyonline.co.uk Faringdon Area Project A partnership of the community of Faringdon and the surrounding area. It was created to improve the prosperity and vitality of the local community Contact: Jane Haynes 01367 246130 www.fap.org.uk Faringdon Women’s Institute Speaker each month, craft fairs, arts and outings. Meets 3rd Monday of the month.

Contact: Mrs Una Taylor 01367 240416 Fernham & Shellingford WI Speakers and summer outings. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm at various meeting places.

Contact: Gillian Morley 01793 783083 Faringdon Twinning Association Twinned with Le Mele sur Sarthe, France FTA organises frequent social events and trips.

Contact: David or Mary Tutt 01367 241297 email: tutt.faringdon@waitrose.com or Jeanie Pugh 01367 240374 email: jeaniepugh@ukonline.co.uk Faringdon U3A The U3A offers a programme of daytime educational, creative and leisure activities in a friendly and informal atmosphere. Anyone who has reached their Third Age and is no longer in full time employment may join. Interest groups meet regularly and there is a General Meeting at 2.30pm on the 2nd Thursday of the month in the Corn Exchange.

Email: AshCloseGeneral@talktalk.net www.faringdonu3a.org.uk Focus on Faringdon A Community Interest Company set up to develop and manage activities and events to promote Faringdon and provide support for groups who actively work to improve Faringdon and the community.

Contact: Jane Haynes, 01367 246130, email: focus@bordengate.com

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HISTORY Friends of Tom Brown’s School Museum Meets at the museum. Aids and supports the museum through fundraising, research and social events.

Contact: Sharon Smith 01367 820259 email: museum@uffington.net Faringdon Earth Heritage Project The Coxwell Pit is a site of Special Scientific Interest particularly because of the Faringdon Sponge Gravels. This group exists to observe and preserve the pit.

Contact: Jane Worrall 01367 243260 email:contact@oxfordshiregt.org http://www.oxfordshiregt.org/Coxwell.htm Historical and Archaeological Society, Faringdon and District Faringdon History. Meets 3rd Wednesday in the month at the Old Town Hall Contact: Mrs RJ Church 01367 240885 email: fdahs@eurobod.co.uk

MUSIC, DANCE & ART Ballroom and Line Dancing 01367 820622 Circle Dancing Keep fit and experience the special uplifting energy and fun of Circle Dance! No partner or experience needed. Tuesday termtime 10.30 - 12.00, Corn Exchange.

Contact: Lily Sell 01367 820143 Contemporary Dance Club Corn Exchange 5.30-6.30pm, weekly. Girls and boys aged 9-11 years old.

Contact: Carolyn Murphy 01235 225787 email: carolyn@murphy111.fsnet.co.uk Faringdon Arts Festival Local festival of music, art, performance and exhibitions taking place in Faringdon market square and venues in the town.

Contact: Jane Haynes 01367 246130 Faringdon Art Society A small society of amateur artists; holds an annual exhibition in October.

Contact: Mrs J Allen-Stevens 01367 240548 Faringdon Book Reading Club Contact: 01367 244963 email: blakel_55@hotmail.com Faringdon Dramatic Society A great society for drama and fun. Meets in Faringdon United Church for rehearsals and performs in the town’s schools.

Contact: Karen Whiffen 01367 240227 webmaster@faringdondramatic.org.uk;ilee@rmplc.co.uk

www.faringdondramatic.org.uk Faringdon Singers A variety of musical styles, both accompanied and unaccompanied and occasional major works with an orchestra. Meets Thursdays, 7.45– 9.30pm at United Church, Faringdon Contact: Mrs JF Prichard 01367 240258 www.faringdonsingers.org.uk Folly Card Club Making greetings cards for fun or for special occasions. Meets 2nd Thursday of the month in the Pump House, Faringdon 7.30-9.30 p.m.

All levels of expertise welcome.

Contact: June Rennie 01367 240085 email: june@faringdontowncouncil.org.uk

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CLUBS,ASSOCIATIONS ASSOCIATIONSAND ANDGROUPS GROUPS CLUBS,

MUSIC, DANCE & ART

SPORT AND LEISURE

Middle Eastern Dance Learn Middle Eastern Dances. Meets at Faringdon United Church hall, 7.30-8.30pm on Mondays during school term time Contact: 01367 243395

Badminton Ladies Club Contact: Linda Bates 01367 240643

Morris Dancing Contact: 01367 240977

Buscot Park Cricket Club Picturesque ground located just 2m from Faringdon towards Lechlade on the A417. Two Saturday league sides playing in the Wiltshire Cricket League, plus Sunday and midweek friendly fixtures. Club Mark accredited Junior Section with teams at many age groups.

Find out more at www.buscotpark.cricketclubwebsite.com or email bpccsecretary@f2s.com or call 07921 247361

Scottish Country Dancing Contact: 01367 252623 Sixth Sense Theatre Company Faringdon Youth Theatre meets every Tuesday evening, during term time, at the Corn Exchange, Faringdon For ages 7-15 years.

Contact: 01793 614864 email: sstc@dircon.co.uk Tap dancing Contact: 01367 240922 Writers Group Online group of writers.

Contact: Cleveland W. Gibson at: http://linktiles.com/?tile=641 for details on how to join.

M.A.D.D. - Music, Arts, Dance Drama M.A.D.D. Organise regular gigs Volunteer organisation Contact: Sam and Hilary Prince 01367 24306 or 07531 459179 Email: blues@maddfaringdon.co.uk www: maddfaringdon.co.uk

RETAIL AND BUSINESS Chamber of Commerce The Chamber represents, promotes and supports the whole spectrum of local business large and small; established, or just starting out; and of all types - manufacturers, trades, professionals, commercial and retail.

Contact: Nick Elwell, President 01367 246199, email: nick@bordengate.com or Jane Haynes, Secretary email: jane.haynes@bordengate.com, 01367 246199 4Networking 4Networking is a business networking group with a difference - it is 50% business, 50% social and it works! The Faringdon 4Networking group meets at Sudbury House Hotel every other Thursday between 8am and 10am.

Contact: Alison Neale 01367 888229 Email: alison@theprooffairy.com www.4networking.biz Faringdon Retail Group Representing the retailers of Faringdon, the group organises various initiatives and fundraising events to promote local trade and raise funds for local causes. Organisers of the annual Party in The Park and Festive Faringdon.

Contact: Dawn Pulker 01367 244611 Faringdon Business Breakfast Club FBBC meets at the Faringdon Business Centre, Brunel House, Volunteer Way, Faringdon on the first working Monday of each month, meetings start at 7:30am. At FBBC you can always be sure of the number of networking opportunities and a friendly welcome. www.fbbc-networking.co.uk

Buckland Cricket Club Contact: 01235 760300

Faringdon Bowls Club Outdoor season April until mid September.

Indoor bowls league Tue – Fri winter evenings held at Gravel Walk, Faringdon Contact: Di Morbey 01367 241436 Faringdon Bridge Club Meets at Faringdon Infant School in Lechlade Road at 7.00pm every Monday. Visitors welcome Contact: Carolyn Clarkson 01793 782836 Faringdon Cricket Club The ground is located at the top of the lane leading from Southampton Street.

This established 150 year old club has two Oxfordshire league teams and a Junior section.

Home game every Saturday 2.00- 7.30pm New players of all standards (and umpires) very welcome. Nets Friday evening (May to end Aug) at Faringdon Leisure Centre- 6.30, 7.00 and 7.30 (adults) with 4 qualified coaches Contact: Roger Clarke 01367 244436 email:roger.clarke10@tiscali.co.uk www.faringdon.play-cricket.com Faringdon Football Club Located at Tucker Park, Park Road.

Faringdon Town Football Club runs 3 male teams in the North Berks Football League. We welcome new and old players.

Contact: 01367 241759 www.faringdontown.co.uk Faringdon Health Walks Free weekly walks of approximately one mile and 2.5 miles for those wishing to improve their health and general well-being. Meet every Wednesday outside The Bell Hotel in the Market Place at 10:30am. No pre-booking is required just come along with sensible shoes and a waterproof jacket.

Contact: Eddie 01367 241142 or David 01367 240107 (before 9pm) Email: faringdon.walks@btconnect.com www.whi.org.uk Faringdon Judo Club Located at top of Tucker Park off Park Road.

Judo classes for Children & Adults on Friday nights. 5-10yrs 6.45-7.45pm cost £1.00.

10-18 yrs 7.45-8.45pm £1.00.

Adults 8.45-10.15pm cost £1.50 Faringdon Dojo built in 1964 recently re-furbished with Olympic standard judo Mat Tatami.

Managed and run by qualified, insured voluntary instructors (Senseis). Members of British Judo Council. Facility available to other martial arts.

Contact: Peter Combes 01367 252454 Email: peter_combes@talk21.com www.oxfordshirejudoclubs.co.uk

Faringdon Junior Rugby Club For 5-13yr olds, 10.30am-12.00pm Sundays on the playing field at the Faringdon Community College, Fernham Road. Training from the first Sunday in September.

Contact: Rachel Kenyon 01367 240375 r.m.kenyon@faringdon-cc.oxon.sch.uk Faringdon Table Tennis Club All standards from beginners to league players Meets Tuesdays 7pm-10pm at Faringdon Junior School.

Contact: 01793 783410 Faringdon Tennis Club Three all weather courts in Southampton Street Tuesday and Thursday from 6.30pm (summer) Sunday from 10.30am (all year) Wednesday, Juniors from 6.30pm (summer) Ladies and men's league, and mixed junior matches played summer and winter Contact: Pat 01367 241077 or Anne Sawyer 01367 870285 www.faringdontennis.org.uk Faringdon Whist Drive Meets at The Old Town Hall every Tuesday, 7.30pm. Disabled access Contact: 01367 242007 Oakfield Riding School BHS approved riding centre offering group and individual tuition by qualified instructors.

Oakfield Riding School, Great Coxwell Contact: 01367 240126 Ohdokwan Black Belt Academy Based at Faringdon Leisure Centre, the aim of this martial arts Academy is to develop happy well-motivated students according to their varying abilities within a caring and stimulating learning environment using well-trained instructors and coaches.

Contact: 07790 037225 or 01235 223777 Email: greg.hair@ohdokwan.co.uk www.ohdokwan.co.uk Portwell Badminton Club Small club of various age and abilities.

Meets Tuesdays, 8.00–10.00pm at Faringdon Leisure Centre.

Contact: Heather Smith 01367 241383 Ramblers Association One of 8 groups in Oxon; joint walks programme produced half-yearly; works for improvement of footpaths.

Contact: Rona Bingham 01367 241384 Southern Shotokan Karate Association (SSKA) Faringdon club.

Training on Thurdsay evenings from 7.00pm 8.30pm. Minimum age 5 years Contact: 07967 418812 or 01793 349511 email: kevnicholls@msn.com Tai Chi classes Wednesday evenings, term-time held at Faringdon Infant School, Lechlade Road.

Beginners 7.00-8.00pm £60 for 10 classes Intermediate/Advanced 8.00-9.15pm £60 for 10 classes Contact: 01235 813857 Tudor Badminton For all abilities.

Meets Wednesday, 7.00pm–9.00pm at Faringdon School, during school term.

Contact: John Pugh 01367 240765 Email: john.pugh@virgin.net

USEFUL CONTACTS Vale of White Horse Gliding Club Club owns two twin seater training gliders and two single seaters for members’ use.

The club flies each weekend and several weekday evenings all the year round, weather permitting. Visitors welcome.

Contact: 01793 783685 www.swindongliding.co.uk Vale Badminton Held at Faringdon Leisure Centre on Thursdays, 8.00-10.00pm Contact: 01367 243745

SUPPORT AND CHARITY African Children's Fund Raises money to enable some of Africa's most deprived children to take advantage of primary education to assist them out of unremitting poverty.

Contact: 01367 244480, email: alisonacf@aol.com www.africanchildrensfund.org Faringdon & District National Childbirth Trust Local friendly support group for families. Informal meets once a week at different local homes. You do not have to be a member to come along. Group holds four 'nearly new' sales per year and hosts various other events and activities.

Contact: Juliet Davies 01367 244770, email:ajjdavi@tinyworld.co.uk Faringdon Peace Group Speaker at most meetings on a varied number of peace related topics and sometimes a religious topic. Meets 1st Wednesday (except August), 8.00pm at Friends Meeting House, Lechlade Road.

Contact: Karen Vogt 01367 241707, email: karen_vogt@lineone.net Faringdon Waste Watchers This Community Action Group organise events aimed at reducing the amount of landfill in the area, including swap shops, children’s junk workshops and litter picks.

Website: www.cagoxfordshire.org.uk Faringdon Young Farmers Meets every Thursday in different places for various activities including “Ready Steady Cook”, scavenger hunts, cinema, archery, BBQs, tug-of-war challenges etc.

Ages 16-26.

Contact: 0787 6332302 email: weezeybop@hotmail.com Freecycle Reduce, reuse, recycle and Freecycle! This free internet-based group allows members to find new homes for items they no longer need, and source stuff they DO need from other people.

Website: uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/valewhitehorsefreecycle Good Companions Club Red Cross Club for the disabled. Meets 2nd Wednesday of the month, 2pm at Faringdon Bowling Club, Gravel Walk.

Contact: Mrs B Turner 01367 240444 Porridge Club Breakfast Club The club meets to have a Porridge Breakfast while listening to talks from guest speakers and updates on club projects. Money is raised to set up porridge clubs in schools for some of Africa's most deprived children.

Contact: Alison 01367 244480 email: alison@theporridgeclub.org.uk www.theporridgeclub.org Royal British Legion Aims to promote the welfare of those who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown, and their dependants. Open to associate members.

Events include skittles evenings, poppy ball, annual dinner, quizzes. Also organise fund raising through the poppy appeal. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month, 7.30pm at Faringdon Bowls Club, Gravel Walk.

Save the Children This international charity has a local committee in Faringdon organising all year round fund raising. Volunteers very welcome.

With special thanks to Contact: 01367 240443, email: dmamg@ic24.net www.faringdon.org for assistance with compiling this West Oxfordshire Cats Protection League information. If your group is Promotes the welfare and interests of cats. not represented on these Contact: Jeanette Ross 01993 831350. pages or you would like to Email: coordinator@westoxoncats.org.uk make amendments for future www.westoxfordshire.cats.org.uk issues please email: focuson@bordengate.com

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Business Chamber of Commerce: 01367 246199 jane.haynes@bordengate.com

Community Faringdon Area Project: 01367 246130jane.haynes@bordengate.com Focus On Faringdon: 01367 246130 focus@bordengate.com

Emergency Services In cases of emergency dial 999 Faringdon Fire Station: 01865 842999 First Responders: 01367 242448 NHS Direct: 0845 4647 Faringdon Police Station: 08458 505 505

Government Local MP Ed Vaizey MP, 0207 219 6350, vaizeye@parliament.uk Faringdon Town Council: 01367 240281 june@faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk Oxfordshire County Council General................01865 792422 Education dept......01865 815449 Environment.... .....01865 531331 Fire service...........01865 842999 Highways…………01865 815700 Social services......01865 375515 Vale of White Horse District Council: 01235 520202 Emergencies (out of office hours): 01235 524886 Waste Disposal: 01235 520202

Health GP Surgeries Fern Hill Practice Volunteer Way: 01367 242407 White Horse Practice, Volunteer Way: 01367 242388 Hospitals Great Western Hospital, Swindon: 01793 60 40 20 John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford: 01865 224800

Housing Vale Housing Association: 01235 760007

Information Community and Tourist Information, Corn Exchange: 01367 242191 email tic@faringdontowncouncil.org.uk Library, Gloucester Street: 01367 240311 faringdonlibrary@hotmail.com

Post Royal Mail Sorting Office, Swan Lane, Faringdon Tel: 01367 240219

Places of Worship All Saints Church (Church of England) Church Street, Faringdon. 01367 240106 Faringdon United Church (Methodist & United Reform) Coxwell Street, Faringdon. 01367 240227 Faringdon Baptist Church, Bromsgrove, Faringdon.

01367 243455 Parish Church of Blessed Hugh (Catholic) Marlborough Street, Faringdon. 01367 241474 St Giles (Church of England), Great Coxwell.

01367 240665 St Marys (Church of England), Little Coxwell.

01367 240106 St John The Evangelist (Church of England), Fernham.

01793 782364 Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), Gloucester Street, Faringdon. 01235 763792

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LOCAL COUNCIL INFORMATION

Faringdon Town Council The Town Council is made up of a number of Town Councillors, headed by the Town Mayor (currently Councillor Mrs Margaret Barker) and supported by the Town Clerk and staff.

The Town Council takes the lead role in community development providing facilities and services for local residents and visitors to the town through its assessment of local needs and residents’ requests. It provides new facilities and also improves and modernises existing facilities where necessary.

Vale of White Horse District Council The Vale of White Horse District Council (VWHDC) is responsible for local services, including planning, council housing, waste and recycling collections, council tax, benefits, licensing, street cleaning and car parks.

Full details can be found on the Council website.

The VWHDC is one of five District Councils in Oxfordshire. The council covers an area which includes Faringdon, Abingdon,

The Town Council’s activities include: · Managing three venues: the Corn Exchange, the Pump House and the Old Town Hall (in its capacity as Trustee of the Faringdon War Memorial Trust). · Maintaining four parks: the Town Park, Oakwood Park, land adjacent to Willes Close and Tucker’s Park (as Trustee of the Tucker’s Recreation Ground Trust). · Responsibility for maintenance of All Saints’ Churchyard. · Management of 32 allotments. · Maintenance of Highworth Road lay-by. · Consultees for planning applications. · Joint funding of the Joint Environmental Trust for Faringdon and the Joint Economic Forum for Faringdon · Offering financial support to many organisations in Faringdon through its grant making powers.

As the smallest unit of local government, the Town Council is closest to the people it serves and can address issues of local concern and speak up for the wishes of the local residents. All the Town Councillors live in or around the town.

Wantage and Botley and has 51 elected members. Councillors are elected every four years, and are democratically accountable to the residents of the ward they represent. There are three Faringdon and The Coxwells District Councillors representing the people of Faringdon on the Vale of White Horse District Council. They are: Roger Cox (Conservative), Matthew Barber (Conservative) and Alison Thomson (Conservative).

Contact: Vale of White Horse District Council Abbey House, Abbey Close, Abingdon, OX14 3JE Tel: 01235 520202 www.whitehorsedc.gov.uk

Oxfordshire County Council

In contrast to the larger District and County Councils Faringdon Town Council receives no funding from Central Government or Business Rates, so the net cost of its services is funded entirely from the Council Tax payers in the local area.

The Town Clerk's office at the Corn Exchange opens weekdays 9.00am-12.00pm Contact: June Rennie, Town Clerk Faringdon Town Council, Corn Exchange, Cornmarket, Faringdon, SN7 7JA Tel: 01367 240281 Fax: 01367 240303, Email: june@faringdontowncouncil.org.uk

Member of Parliament Ed Vaizey MP (Conservative) Ed Vaizey MP was elected as the Member of Parliament for Wantage and Didcot in May 2005.

Born in 1968, Ed attended Merton College, Oxford. When he left university, he spent two years working for the Conservative Party’s Research Department, before training and practising as a barrister in family law.

In 1996, he became the director of a highly successful public relations company based in London. In 2004, he left to become the chief speech writer for the then Leader of the Opposition, Michael Howard.

Oxfordshire County Council has 74 elected councillors representing all parts of the county. The council has responsibility for many key local services, employing over 20,000 people to deliver them , including teachers . It delivers 80 per cent of local government services and manages more than £900 million of public money in the provision of these services on behalf of Oxfordshire's residents. Councillors are elected every four years and the next election will be in 2009.

These are some of the key areas that OCC is responsible for: • highways and trans- • trading standards port • emergency planning • social care • fire and rescue serv• education/schools ice

• waste disposal • museums and heritage • libraries

• early years

• The Registration Service • services for young people such as youth • The Countryside service, youth offend- Service ing service.

Ed also built up a career as a freelance political commentator, writing regularly for The Guardian, and appearing on programmes such as Despatch Box and The Wright Stuff, as well as broadcasting frequently on Five Live.

The local County Councillor representing the people Faringdon is Judith Heathcoat (Conservative), who is part of the OCC Cabinet and whose overall responsibilities include: • Fire and rescue • Libraries • Community cohesion

Ed is Minister for Culture, Creative Industries and Communications jointly between the Business (BIS) and Culture (DCMS) departments.

Consumer protection (Trading Standards)

Ed holds regular surgeries at the Pump Rooms, in Faringdon. There is no need to book an appointment, and dates and details can be found on his website: www.vaizey.com Locally Ed is Patron of the Friends of St Mary’s Church, Buckland; Patron of CHANT (Community Hospitals Acting Nationally Together); Patron of The Abbey, Sutton Courtenay; Patron; and a Member of the Faringdon Area Project; President of Didcot Town Football Club; Vice-President of the Friends of the Ridgeway; Vice Chairman, Home Farm Trust, South Oxfordshire; Member Board of Governors, Cholsey Primary School.

Ed married Alex in September 2005. They live in the constituency and London with their son Joseph, and daughter Martha.

Contact: Ed Vaizey MP, House of Commons, London SW1A 0AA Tel: 0207 219 6350 email: vaizeye@parliament.uk

• Museums and herit- • Equalities and social age inclusion

• Emergency planning • The arts • Coroner's service • Archives • Gypsies and travellers • Leisure and recreation • Adult learning (oversight of the Adult • Registration Service Learning Service)

• Voluntary and community sector • Vale of White Horse District Council liaison • Vale of White Horse Local Strategic Partnership

Contact: Oxfordshire County Council County Hall, New Road, Oxford, OX1 1ND Tel: 01865 792422, Email: online@oxfordshire.gov www.oxfordshire.gov.uk

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Anyone walking down London Street recently cannot have failed to spot the bright pink exterior of number 13-15. It’s the new larger showroom for The Piano Gallery which moved there earlier this year, having been on the outskirts of Faringdon for nearly 15 years.

At The Piano Gallery you will find a wide range of new, nearly new and traditional upright and grand pianos, along with a selection of New Digital pianos. There is something to suit every level and budget. To make purchases affordable, The Piano Gallery also offers a range of hire to buy schemes, rental options and interest-free finance (subject to status).

Other services include a piano removal service as well as tuning, restoration and piano repairs.

The latest addition to The Piano Gallery is its large selection of piano sheet music. With over a thousand titles always in stock, pop in to browse through a great range of music including jazz, classics, blues, pop, songs from the musicals as well as the full range of exam board material.

During 2011 we will be holding some mini concerts in the showroom - keep an eye on the window display for details!

So whether you’re looking for a new piano, need to retune an old one or just want some new music to play, call in and speak to Claire, who will be happy to guide you around the gallery.

The Piano Gallery – Promoting Music in Faringdon 13-15 London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AE. Tel: 01367 244554. www.thepianogallery.co.uk

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EVENTS CALENDAR 2011 JANUARY

FEBRUARY

MARCH

Tues 4th: Farmers’ Market Sat 15th: Mayor’s Charity Dinner @ Sudbury House Sat 15th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange Fri 28th & Sat 29th: Dick Whittington @ Faringdon Junior School

Tues 1st: Farmers’ Market Sat 19th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange

Tues 1st: Farmers’ Market Sat 19th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange

APRIL

MAY

JUNE

Sun 3rd: Folly Tower open Tues 5th: Farmers’ Market Sat 16th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange Mon 24th: Folly Tower open

Sun 1st: Folly Tower open Mon 2nd: Folly Tower open Tues 3rd: Farmers’ Market Sat 7th-Sun 15th: Artweeks Sat 21st: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange Mon 30th: Folly Tower open

Sun 5th: Folly Tower open Tues 7th: Farmers’ Market Sat 18th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange

JULY

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

Sun 3rd: Folly Tower open Mon 4th-Sun 10th:Faringdon Arts Festival Tues 5th: Farmers’ Market Sat 16th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange

Tues 2nd: Farmers’ Market Sun 7th: Folly Tower open Sat 20th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange Sun 28th & Mon 29th: White Horse Show Mon 29th: Folly Tower open

Sun 4th: Folly Tower open Tues 6th: Farmers’ Market Sat 17th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange TBC: Heritage Day TBC: Sealed Knot

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

Sun 2nd: Folly Tower open Tues 4th: Farmers’ Market Sat 15th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange TBC: Halloween at Folly Tower

Tues 1st: Farmers’ Market Sat 19th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange TBC: Fireworks at Faringdon House

Fri 2nd: Faringdon Winter Ball Tues 6th: Farmers’ Market Sat 17th: Craft Fair at the Corn Exchange TBC: Festive Faringdon

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