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Tuesday 10th September, 7.45pm
WINSTON ON THE RUN
It’s 1899 and escaped prisoner-of-war Winston Churchill is in a fiendish spot of bother: lost in the African savannah, wanted ‘Dead or Alive’ and hounded by the scathing words of his father. Will he surrender, or fight on - whatever the cost? Experience the coming-of-age of Britain’s greatest hero in this gripping true story of adventure, audacity and Imperial folly. Tickets: Adults £14, Concessions £12
thursday 19th - Saturday 28th September, 7.45pm
SOMEONE WHO’LL WATCH OVER ME
By Frank McGuinness A riveting and powerful drama, infused with humour. After the acclaimed success of Frankie & Johnny In The Clair de Lune and The Glass Menagerie, we are proud to present our next in-house production. Loosely inspired by, amongst others, the story of captives such as Terry Waite, John McCarthy and Brian Keenan, this is one of the most gripping, moving slices of human drama to ever take the stage. The Middle East and America, the UK and Ireland, tensions political and personal – an account of humans at their most unguarded.
Sunday 29th September, 7.45pm
THE GOVERNMENT INSPECTOR
A government official is on his way to a town in rural Russia, and, in the mayor’s own words, “this is a disaster!” The streets haven’t been swept for months, there are chickens in the courthouse. But is the Inspector quite who he says he is or will the Mayor and his band of buffoons finally get what’s coming to them? This high-energy production from new Oxfordshire company Flintlock features extraordinary physical storytelling, a fast and furious Klezmer soundtrack and four actors swapping characters at break-neck speed. Fun for all ages. Tickets: Adults £14, Concessions £12
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18 14 05 travel A truly unique River Cruise businesses 06 new New businesses and services in our area news 10 local Cotswold Youth Choir News 10 education New School Year Resolutions 10 community John Harris cycling update & about 12 out A selection of local events this Summer 14 events Charlbury Street Fair 2013
10 news 14 local Two new all-weather pitches 15 events Chippy Jazz & Music Festival 16 events Cotswold Table @ Kingham 18 garden Gardens of the Natural Trust How to stay safe this Autumn 20 safety index 22 Cotswold Link Index community 23 Charlbury Cinema Listing
Welcome to the September - October edition of Your CotswoldLink In this issue we present various new businesses and services across our area (p6-7), look at several exciting local events (p14, p15 & p16) as well as glancing forward to how to stay safe as the darker nights draw in. Our garden feature studies the fantastic National Trust gardens of the UK, whilst on p10 we look at numerous New School Year Resolutions, enjoy! Best wishes,
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A truly unique River Cruise... Moored on the Rhine at Cologne the Swiss operated MS Lord Byron stands out amongst other vessels it is modern, clean and elegant. As you go on board you are greeted by quotations from the great man himself as they are in scripted on the walls of the vessel. It is without doubt one of the finest ships of its time afloat. The addition of soft leather and subtle yet calming colour schemes promote a chic ambience of exceptional taste. The unobtrusive service is graceful, efficient yet friendly as you might expect with a Swiss operated ship with 35 staff serving 140 guests. This outstanding ratio of 4:1 allows a personal touch which makes such a difference.
On the top ‘Diamond’ deck there is a panoramic observation lounge with quality carpeting, a marbled tiled bar, leather armchairs and soft modern settees also with floor to ceiling windows which allows wonderful views of the ever changing landscape as you move along the river. The main restaurant is situated on the ‘Ruby’ deck – with cuisine of the absolute highest order, attentive service and with just four or six people at most tables. The surroundings of glass, marble and deep wool carpets making it a truly elegant dining experience The Sun Deck and especially the forward viewing area is perfect for watching the historic riverside villages glide by. It is well equipped with plenty of comfortable outdoor chairs and sun loungers, deck games including shuffle board and giant chess and there is also a small ‘whirlpool’ splash pool where you can cool off. All the cabins are 15 square metres this being one of the largest most comfortable and best appointed on any European river cruise vessel. Open the fine wooden door of your cabin and the chic elegance is immediately evident. There is a generous seating area and some cabins have ‘French Balconies’ for the best possible views.
A river cruise onboard MS Byron is a truly unique River Cruise Experience.......... CONTACT THE TEAM • Bourton-on-the-Water: Moore Road - t: 01451 822 048 • Chipping Norton: 10, Middle Row - t: 01608 641 983 www.carricktravel.com
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W E N s e s s e n i s u b & servesitces across W Oxfordshire
“New To The Area” is a new business feature specifically designed to help new businesses and those that are offering new businesses and services to promote themselves cost effectively.
Welcome to Cotswold Garden & Estate Consultancy We provide garden advice and a range of services to both private and public clients throughout the Cotswolds and beyond. From problem solving, planning and planting to complete garden makeovers, soft and hard landscaping, project management (large and small) and restoration. We pride ourselves in a professional and user friendly approach with clear information and plain clear advice - no expensive drawings, just a simple plan of action for utilising the areas of your garden as they should be. All work is carried out or overseen by an experienced horticulturist with over 20 years horticultural experience. So, you can relax, secure in the knowledge that your garden is in very safe hands. We focus on providing inspiring and original advice tailored to suit your individual needs. If you are
considering having your garden transformed into a beautiful and relaxing space then we will guide you through all the choices of materials, styles and budget and will ensure that your new garden suits you and your family’s lifestyle perfectly. We can source plants (of any variety size and quantity), deliver them to your door. Planting plans, planting service and after care advice available. In addition we can create bespoke gates, pergolas, arches, living walkways, laburnum tunnels, rose arches, apple espaliers etc (All sourced and made to measure), instant hedges and ideas on various types of hedge plants, screening ideas and both young and mature trees. Tel: 01608 812328 | 07833 586158 damianholst@icloud.com www.cotswoldgardenconsultancy.co.uk
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All change at Chipping Norton Golf Club! Chipping Norton Golf Club, which was on the brink of bankruptcy, has been saved by Shenley Park Sports Centre Ltd, owners of the prestigious Shenley Cricket Club in Hertfordshire, home to the MCC Young Professionals. Glucka Wijesuriya, who is the Chairman of the company, has played cricket to a high level and is a member of Wentworth Golf Club, and wishes to engage the local and surrounding communities by being part of their plans to take the Club to a new level. He therefore wishes to offer social membership completely free of charge to anyone wishing to join. He also wants to get new members to join for the remainder of the season ending in March 2014 at a heavily discounted price of £300. He will also offer the new members a 10% discount of their annual membership fees during April 2014. These fees would make membership of Chipping Norton Golf Club the lowest in the area. Social membership also entitles members to a 10% discount on food and drink which are already sensibly priced. The course, which is already rated in the top 3 in Oxfordshire, will further be improved and kept in immaculate
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condition. The Club House refurbishment work is to commence within the next 2 weeks and we are keen for everyone to enjoy the facility, not just for playing golf, dining and socialising, but also for weddings, functions and meetings etc. There are also plans afoot to build, subject to planning permission being obtained, an extension to the Club House for events and wedding parties so as to be able to offer a very impressive room and attractive setting which can cater for up to 250 people. The plans are also to make the facility affordable to everyone, so we believe there are very exciting times ahead. We are very much aware of the current economic climate. We have two PGA Golf professionals who are very keen to help people including children to get into the game. They are offering group lessons for children and adults costing as little as £5 per session with a free lesson to get them started. So come and join us and be part of a very exciting future. Tel 01608 642383 golfadmin@chippingnortongolfclub.com www.chippingnortongolfclub.com
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`Like home, but better`
Dormy House has returned in style They are qualities the former 17th century farmhouse turned popular hotel did not want to lose following its £10 million transformation: friendliness, charm, attention to detail, quality, respect for the environment and `local produce champion`. After a brief closure, Dormy House Hotel near Broadway has maintained all of the above - and so much more. Phase one of the transformation was completed in August and a brand new, and eagerly awaited, House Spa will follow in January. “We’re thrilled to be able to welcome guests back to the Dormy and invite new ones to experience the hotel with us,” said General Manager David Field.“It may look like we’ve gone through some big changes but at heart we’re still the same Dormy - like home, but better. The renovations retain much of the hotel’s original charm including oak beams, exposed Cotswold stone and flagstone flooring, while creating a glamorous new look for the future.” The transformation features a new restaurant, The Garden Room, seating up to 80 people at any one time and boasting an à la carte menu at a very reasonable set price of £40. The restaurant overlooks a new flower garden created by award-
winning gardendesigner and TV presenter Chris Beardshaw. New bar area The Potting Shed also serves food and includes favourite dishes like fish and chips, steak and homemade pies. It is rustic British fare served with a Dormy twist, while the dessert menu would leave even the hardiest of dieters struggling to resist. Almost all the 40 bedrooms have been redesigned, each with its own colour scheme and theme, 23 of these by acclaimed interior designer Emily Todhunter of Todhunter Earle. Emily has created bespoke fabric designs and one-off pieces of furniture with a hint of retro. The final word, of course, belongs to David.“We are working with the best partners in the business to deliver the level of product and service that our guests expect and deserve.When guests come to the Dormy, we really do want them to leave their cares behind!”
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Oxfordshires largest wedding fair Abacus Events are pleased to be hosting the second and largest Wedding Fair in Oxfordshire at St Marys Church on Church Green Witney and they are also using the community space, The Leys Recreation Ground, adjacent to the church which extends to over 7 acres. On the seven acre site will be a fantastic array of quality local wedding vendors showcasing all thats best in the Cotswolds wedding market place. The idea to use the fantastic medieval Church for this event has been a year in the making and comes hot on the heels of the Witney Beer festival and the recent food festival all of which took place in the superb building that is the iconic center of Witney. The St Marys Wedding Fair and Expo will take place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 of September. With over 1,000 brides invited to the event it will be a great opportunity to find local quality wedding vendors. It will incorporate the Wedding Fair in St Marys Church, Church Green, Witney on the Sunday. Church viewings are from 10.30am until 1.30pm for the happy couple to visualise their day. The main event on the Leys for both Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September will run
from 10.30am until 4.30pm on both days. There will be a huge marquee offering all types of wedding related services and items. Each of the vendors that are showcasing their work have been selected as quality suppliers and also their location as this as important as it is part of the ethos of the organisers, ABACUS Events, by encouraging local companies to do business locally. Entry is free but the event programme will be £1 each, proceeds of the sales of the programmes will be split between St Mary’s Church and Against Breast Cancer. This Wedding Expo will be the largest Wedding fair in Oxfordshire this year with over 100 stands and quality wedding vendors. They will offer the variety, quality and choice you would expect from a major wedding fair but offered here on your door steep. If you would like a stand holders pack or need information about booking then please email: info@abacus-events.com or call 0845 1166325 for more information. If you would like to pre register for the event then again email: info@abacus-events.com and the admin team will tell you all about this exciting event.
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Cotswold Children’s Choir becomes the CotswoldYouth Choirs and Announce Free September Workshops The Cotswold Children’s Choir have recently decided to rename our organisation the Cotswold Youth Choirs. This is to welcome a wider range of choristers to join both our Children’s Choir and Youth Choir. Under the leadership of our Musical Director, Adam Treadaway, we are looking for choristers aged 7 – 17 to join our award winning organisation. Both choirs rehearse on a Saturday morning, Children’s Choir 09:15 – 10:30 (up to school year 6) and Youth Choir 10:30 – 12:00. All groups enjoy an eclectic mix of music from traditional folk songs from around the world to music from such composing greats as Bob Chilcott, Eric Whitacre and John Rutter. The choirs perform all over the country and most recently the Youth Choir sang alongside the Burford Singers at the Burford Festival to significant acclaim! To launch the new Cotswold Youth Choirs, we are pleased to announce three FREE September workshops to encourage new choristers to join us. These will be held at the Burford
Methodist Church* on 7th, 14th & 28th September 2013. These sessions are all about fun and we welcome all those with an enthusiastic attitude who love music and are keen to sing. Coffee, tea, cake, fresh juices and fruit will be available to purchase on the morning. We will also have a raffle at the end of each morning, with some stunning prizes To register interest in our September workshops, please email Adam Treadaway, Musical Director at cotswoldyouthchoirs@gmail.com before September 1st, 2013. For further details on the Cotswold Youth Choirs, visit our website at www.cotswoldyouthchoirs.org.uk or email: cotswoldyouthchoirs@gmail.com David Tempest - Publicity officer Cotswold Youth Choirs dtempest1809@gmail.com Burford Methodist Church, 75 High Street, Burford, Oxfordshire OX18 4QA
New School Ye Here we are again the start of a New School Year. Why not make New School Year Resolutions for the year ahead just like you do at the start of every calendar New Year. Here are some suggestions that may be of interest:
For Parents
1. Communicate effectively with the school, not only when there are problems but when things are going well e.g. thank and compliment the teacher, this will help build a strong relationship. 2. Share concerns with the teacher. 3. Pro-actively support the school and work as a team for the benefit of the children. 4. Encourage the children to complete their homework giving guidance were necessary but not doing it for them. 5. Provide an appropriate learning environment allowing the children to develop an enquiring mind. 6. Encourage the children to express their opinions in an objective manner. 7. Talk to the children about their feelings and include them in the making of family decisions. 8. Do not to pressurize the children with questions about test results, but ask about what they have learnt at school. This will help develop the retentive memory. 9. Ensure that bed times are strictly adhered to. 10. Monitor the children’s habits, making note of any untoward changes in eating, studying or social behaviour. 11. Take advantage of everyday events as a learning opportunity. For example listen to, and discuss the news together, see if they understand what is going on in the world today. 12. Advise the children on how best to organise their day. 13. Record in advance the important dates of the school calendar including parents meetings. 14. Make the children aware that you and the school are all part of the same team. 15. Have no distractions such as the TV being on while the children are doing their homework.
A BIG THANK YOU TO THE READERS OF “YOUR COTSWOLD LINK” John Harris would like to thank all those who so kindly supported him in his challenge of cycling from John O’ Groats to Lands End. At the time of writing this article a total of £2,042. 10 has been raised. This is to be shared equally between the charities Against Breast Cancer and Beat (Beating Eating Disorders). Contributions can still be made to Virgin Money Giving / John Harris It took John 16 cycling days and 3 rest days to complete the journey, cycling through some spectacular scenery.
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What particularly bowled him over was the open generosity of the people that he met. Kris and Melvin who live in Brampton, Cumbria insisted on having a collection for the charities, and raised in excess of £20. Terry and Margaret on their way to see Warrington play a Rugby League Cup match donated all their spare change. Jane in Devon, who was clearing her garden, emptied her pockets of £1.57. In all £154.65 was donated in this manner.
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1. Adopt a positive attitude throughout the school year no matter what difficulties are encountered. 2. Follow a routine of doing my homework at set times each day. 3. Check my kit each day before I leave for school. 4. Behave in a manner expected of a good pupil, by paying attention in class. 5. Ask questions on any topic that I do not fully understand. 6. Read at least 30 minutes from a book every day. Ask for help with any difficult words, phrases or sentences that I do not understand. 7. Take part in at least one out of school club or activity, this will help improve social skills and physical wellbeing. 8. Report bullying of any kind whether it be physical, verbal or of a cyber-nature. 9. Offer help and support to any of my peers who has a problem. 10. Monitor my performance on a weekly basis. John Harris
He was joined for one day from Clitheroe by his nephew Nikhil and friend Daniele fresh from their A Level exams, on a second day Ian and his son Jack accompanied him from Ross-on-Wye to the old Severn Bridge where he met his friends Patrick and Liz for Lunch. On his 3 rest days Sarah his wife met him and also supported him on the final day to Lands End. All the other days he cycled unaccompanied. He extends his thanks to Stephen of The Oxhouse Wine Bar, Northleach, Cotswold Cycles and Christine editor of this magazine plus all the stage sponsors.
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John is presently writing a journal on his adventure which when complete will be published on: www.cycle-endtoend.org.uk/ and will contain detailed information which may be of use to anyone wishing to do the challenge themselves.
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Out & About 7th September
• Moreton-in-Marsh Agricultural and Horse Show The Moreton-in-Marsh Show is a traditional one day Agricultural and Horse Show and the leading agricultural event in the County. Competitions are held for horses, ponies, cattle [including the National Show of Poll Hereford cattle], sheep [including the National Show of Cotswold Sheep], goats, poultry, dogs, homecrafts, flowers, vegetables and even scarecrows. Around 250 tradestands provide everything from a tractor to a toy and a wide selection of food and drink - both to eat at once and to take home. Tel: 08708 777409 | www.moretonshow.co.uk ......................................................................................................................
7th - 14th September
• Janine Kilroe’s - Solo Exhibition SOTA Gallery - Witney A Solo exhibition of her latest works, Janine’s works combine photography and painting in a very unique way. Time: Mon-Sat 9:30am - 4:30pm, Sun 10am - 2pm. SOTA Gallery, 9 Langdale Court, Witney. Tel: 01993 862799 | www.sotagallery.co.uk
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8th September
• Chadlington Late Summer Fayre With lots of market stalls, refreshments tent serving beer, tea and cakes, BBQ plus a silent auction, mini bowling course, lots of games including a bungee run, inflatable obstacle; all the fun of a good-old fashioned fair for all the family! Admission Free.
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• Witney Feast The Leys Recreation Ground - Witney The Annual Feast of St Mary has been held since 1243 to commemorate the re-dedication of St Mary’s Church when the Bishop gave a deer to the Rector so that the people of the town could celebrate the occasion. Today a pig roast on Church Green still marks this part of the tradition. Tel: 01993 703497. ......................................................................................................................
14th September
• The Henry Box School Open Heritage Day Henry Box School - Witney As part of Heritage Open Days 2013, The Henry Box School will open the Mary Box Building, the oldest part of the school, to members of the public. Visitors will have the rare opportunity to look at old photographs and magazines specially selected by the school archivists as well as the school’s fascinating collection of historical books that were given to the school by the founders, Henry and Mary Box, in 1660.Past, present and future students, their families, friends and local visitors are all welcome to come along and see how the school has changed over the last 353 years. Time: 10am - 4pm. Tel: 01993 703955 ......................................................................................................................
2013 Ascott-underWychwood
Charity Run 10k Multi Terrain & 5k Fun Run/Walk Sunday October 27th
Race starts 10.30am at the Recreation Ground, High Street Car parking, changing & shower facilities, refreshments. Prizes!!! Entry fees: 10k (min age 15) - £8 (£10 on the day) 5k - £5 (£6 on the day) Closing date for postal entries is 19th October. Entry forms: www.ascott-under-wychwood.org.uk
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22nd September
• The Cotswold Table @ Kingham Kingham Village Green: 10.30am-2.30pm The Cotswold Table @ Kingham is a farmers market with a difference ...over 50 quality producers coming together to provide everything for the perfect table. From award winning cheese, local organic meat, fresh fish, artisan bakers and seasonal produce to hand thrown crockery, luxury linens and interesting tableware. See p16 ......................................................................................................................
5th & 6th October
Traditional Wood Turning Workshop Join Graham Saunders, a professional woodworker, for a day-long workshop of traditional wood turning. Pick up some of Graham’s skills and knowledge from his experience as a traditional craftsman. Materials, tutorship and lunch included. Limited to 8 places. Booking essential on 01242 890256. £50 per person. Chedworth Roman Villa, café and gift shop are open daily until 1 December. Normal admission charges apply, free entry to NT members, unless stated otherwise for some events. For more information on events and activities visit our website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chedworth ......................................................................................................................
19th October
Mosaic Making Workshop Join professional mosaic maker Erica Bibbings and create your own mosaic to decorate your home as the Romans decorated the Villa. All materials and lunch included. Booking essential on 01242 890256. £50 per person.
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27th October
• Ascott-under-Wychwood Charity Run 10k Multi Terrain & 5k Fun Run/Walk. Race starts 10.30am at the Recreation Ground, High Street. A challenging course set in the beautiful Evenlode Valley! Car parking, changing & shower facilities, refreshments, Prizes!!! Entry fees: 10k (min age 15) - £8 (£10 on the day). 5k - £5 (£6 on the day). Closing date for postal entries is 19th October 2013. Late entries will be accepted on the day before 10am. Entry forms from: www.ascott-under-wychwood.org.uk ......................................................
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• Open Day Cotswold Marquees Unit 9 Brailes Industrial Estate, Winderton Lane, Lower Brailes, Oxfordshire OX15 5JW www.cotswoldmarquees.co.uk 01608 686900 ...................................................... The editors cannot be held responsible for any changes to the events listed. All events are correct at time of going to print.
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Friday 20th, Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 2013
During the afternoon: Sol Samba / Morris Dancing Tina’s Charlbury Primary School Dancers Punch & Judy Show 5:00pm - Grand Auction outside the Bell
Charlbury Street Fair is held on the 3rd Saturday in September and has taken place every year since the early 1950’s.
...and into the evening: 7:00pm - Band: The Brickwork Lizards fresh from Cornbury and Riverside Festivals! 8:00pm - Grand Draw 8:30pm - Band: The Stonesfield Village Idiots - back by popular demand!
The main purpose of Street Fair and Open Gardens is to raise money for the upkeep of the Corner House and the War Memorial Hall - two community buildings that play such an important part in the lives of so many people in and around Charlbury. In 2012, Charlbury Street Fair was able to present the Corner House & Memorial Hall Committee with a cheque for £11,000 It is a great fun day with something for every generation. ......................................................................................... Street Fair Weekend gets off to a cracking start as usual on Friday evening (20th) with our Annual Egg Throwing Competition from 6:30pm outside the Rose & Crown. Come and join in the eggcitement! This year’s theme for Street Fair is Carnival and to get you in the mood we are delighted to welcome Oxford’s fabulous Sol Samba, bringing the Brazilian Carnival Experience to Charlbury. The timetable for Street Fair Day will include: 1:30pm - Children’s Fancy Dress Competition on the Playing Close 1:45pm - Children’s Parade 2:00pm - Grand Opening outside the Bell
Other attractions will include: Exhibition of Children’s Art Competition entries in the Corner House Charlbury Art Society Exhibition in the Corner House CharlburyMuseum Vintage Cars at the Priory Fairground Amusements & Rides on the Playing Close Children’s Electric Go Karts on the Playing Close Teas and Cakes in the Memorial Hall Stalls and Refreshments ... and much more! Sunday 22nd September - 10k Run, 5k Fun Run or Walk through the glorious Cornbury Park by kind permission of Lord and Lady Rotherwick. Starting on the Playing Close @ 10:30am with registration from 9:30am. A great family friendly event.
New all-weather pitches for West Oxfordshire Work started recently on two new artificial turf pitches in West Oxfordshire, ready to open in September. Eynsham artificial turf pitch The new floodlit all-weather pitch on Bartholomew School sports field will be Eynsham’s first artificial pitch.
Once open, it will be suitable for football, hockey, tennis and netball and be used by the school during the day and by the community during the evenings and weekends. Funding of £150,000 for the pitch was secured by West Oxfordshire District Council as part of a Section 106 agreement with Taylor Wimpey for the new residential development at Swinford Green in Eynsham. Bartholomew School are also contributing £47,000 towards the project.
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The scheme was developed jointly between the District Council, Eynsham Parish Council and Bartholomew School.
To book the Eynsham pitch contact Sandra Sparrowhawk at the Windrush Leisure Centre, tel: 01993 202020. Carterton artificial turf pitch Carterton’s new artificial turf pitch will replace one that was laid down in 1998 and has deteriorated and reached the end of its useful life.
Located at Carterton Community College, it is a dual-use pitch between the community and the school, the same as Eynsham.
Its new 3G surface will be suitable for teams to play football, hockey and tag rugby.
Replacing the pitch is costing West Oxfordshire District Council over £167k and is part of the Council’s capital investment expenditure in leisure facilities for the district. To book the Carterton pitch contact Rob Gunn at the Carterton Leisure Centre on 01993 840933. Further information about West Oxfordshire’s leisure facilities, including its all-weather pitches can be found at www.westoxon.gov.uk/leisure
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Chippy Jazz & Music Sunday 29th September For the 16th year, CN Rotary Club is proud to present a day of jazz and music around the town, much of it free to attend. Once again Chippy will be throbbing to the sounds of live bands playing at venues including: • Town Hall • Blue Boar • The Chequers • Old Mill Cafe • Red Lion Inn • Bitter & Twisted • Crown & Cushion • Methodist Church • Town Square • Number 24 Cafe
Bands performing are: • Swing from Paris with Jo Silver and Tom ‘Spats’ Langham • Silverthorne & Rachel Chai • CNS Allstars • Dickie White’s Allstars Walking Jazz Band • Backroom Music Boys • FiddleBop • Evenlode Jazz Band
• Eric Stevens Jazz Band • Perry Lock and his Trio • Hot Fingers • Carl Sinclair Boogie Duo • Softshoe Trio • Saxaphone With A Difference • Frank Jazz
Full details of bands, venues, timings and businesses supporting CJAM will be published in the programme booklet, price £2.
There are 4 ticketed events:
• Jazz Improvisation Workshop
Saxophonist Sue Greenway B Mus (University of Texas) will be coaching this introductory session to jazz improvisation aimed at newcomers as well as those wishing to extend their skills. Venue Town Hall 1000-1200. As Sue says “Learn to play by ear, unlock the musician within and soar!” All welc o m e a l t h o ug h a r e a sonable command of your instrument would be advantageous. Fee £12 (£10 students). Limited places so please book in advance at saxsue@gmail.com
• School Jazz Bands Concert
This popular element of CJAM takes place at the Town Hall 1400-1700 and features school jazz bands from Cokethorpe (Witney), Reading, Bloxham and Chipping Norton, plus a special appearance by Frank Jazz. Entry is just £2 on the door so please come along and support these talented young musicians.
• The Chequers
Tom ‘Spats’ Langham with his Hot Fingers Trio will again be performing at The Chequers (1530-1730). Tickets cost £5 and are on sale at Jaffe & Neale bookshop and at The Chequers. Limited tickets available so don’t miss out!
• Evening Concert (At the Town Hall)
Features Swing from Paris who will bring you the sounds of a chic Parisian cafe and the French jazz of Django Reinhardt and Stephane Grappelli. They will be joined by their good friend the vocalist Jo Silver and Hot Fingers frontman Tom ‘Spats’ Langham, a fantastic guitarist and banjo player. Not to be missed, tickets are on sale at The Theatre Box Office - £16 and £12 for U15s – Tel 01608 642350. ....................................................................................................... All net profits will go to CN Rotary’s chosen charities: • Lawrence Home Nursing Team • Computer Games for the severely disabled • Polio + Any queries please contact andrewmgregory@yahoo.co.uk
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THE COTSWOLD TABLE @ KINGHAM
Sunday 22nd September, 10.30am-2.30pm Kingham Village Green www.thecotswoldtable.co.uk
• The Cotswold Table @ Kingham is a farmers market with a difference ... over 50 quality producers coming together to provide everything for the perfect table. • From award winning cheese, local organic meat, fresh fish, artisan bakers and seasonal produce to hand thrown crockery, luxury linens and interesting tableware. • The funky Kids Corner ensures children can be entertained (e.g. textile printing or pottery painting) while adults wander, taste and indulge in the many delights on offer. • Taste buds will be tantalised by a variety of delicious lunch offerings, including sushi and hog roast A review from last time: www.cotswoldsconcierge.co.uk/the-cotswoldtable-june-2013.htm | www.thecotswoldtable.co.uk
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Gardens
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I know of no other organisation which has such a range of houses and gardens open to the public as the National Trust. For the sum of £12 pounds per year one can obtain free entry into the grounds and houses administered by the Trust. The properties are listed county by county in the Trust’s Handbook, sent to all Members annually. Whether you are at home or on holiday, there will doubtless be a property or two near you. The Home Counties abound with such properties. Polesden Lacey and Claremont gardens in Surrey, and Petworth House and Wakehurst Place in Sussex. Polesden Lacey was once owned by Mrs Ronnie Greville, a Society hostess in Edwardian times, and was where King George VI and his bride Queen Elizabeth spent their honeymoon. It has handsome herbaceous borders and beautiful views. Claremont is the earliest landscape garden in England, worked on by the landscape gardeners Charles Bridgeman and William Kent. It is not far from London, so can be visited from there in an afternoon. It boasts a lake, a turf Amphitheatre and grotto. Petworth house has a large landscape garden designed by Capability Brown and painted by Turner, while Wakehurst Place also in Sussex, is another large landscape garden laid out in the early years of this century by Lord Wakehurst. The gardens of Sissinghurst Castle near Goudhurst in Kent, and Hidcote Manor in the northern part of the Cotswolds, are over visited, and one has to obtain a timed ticket. Sissinghurst, laid out by Vita Sackville West and her husband Harold Nicholson, is a magnificent formal garden divided into a series of ‘rooms’ separated by high yew hedges, each with a separate theme. Amongst them are the cottage garden and white garden, which is filled with white flowers, so that the atmosphere is unreal and dreamlike. I cannot think of anywhere more romantic than the gardens of Scotney Castle, not because of their planting, but because of the romantic stone ruin of the mediaeval castle which acts as a backdrop to the numerous rhododendrons which flower in the spring. This was created by the writer Christopher Hussey during the early years of the last century. The gardens of Hidcote Manor like Sissinghurst, are laid out in a succession of ‘rooms’, each with a separate theme. Here, there is a central walk flanked by hedges, leading to a view of the Bredon Hills, the ‘rooms’ leading off it. They include the bog garden and Mrs Winthrop’s garden. Its creator, an Anglophile American named Major Lawrence Johnston financed expeditions of planthunters such as George Forrest and in return, received a number of new plant introductions from China and Japan, of which one is Primula Forrestii. Because of this there is a plethora of rare plants. Do not linger too long in this wonderful garden for there is another garden next door, Kiftsgate Manor, privately owned and famous for its gigantic Rose ‘Kiftsgate’. In the centre of England near Farringdon, is Buscot Park, laid out by Harold Peto for Lord Farringdon, in the early years of the twentieth century. Here there is a succession of formal pools with sculpture such as the ‘Boy With a Dolphin’ descending to a lake. Leading from the spine of the garden are woodland walks with shrubs beneath deciduous trees. A full afternoon is needed here, as there is much to see. As the garden is on different levels it is not for the fainthearted! Tearing oneself away from this magnificent design concept and travelling down to Somerset is Tintinhull, near Yeovil. Designed by Mrs Reiss in the 1920s, this is another formal garden with tall yew hedges and colourful borders beneath them. An enfilade of ‘rooms’ makes this garden one of formality. If you should find yourself in Wiltshire, near Melksham, there is a gem of a house, as well as a garden, called Great Chalfield Manor. I came across it completely by accident, and have never forgotten it. Hestercombe, a large garden in Somerset, is not owned by the National Trust, but so noteworthy that one cannot travel to Somerset without visiting it. This
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monumental garden, laid out as a series of ‘plats’ in Renaissance style, was originally laid out by Sir Edwin Lutyens while Gertrude Jekyll did the planting. Large drifts of Bergenia codifolia emphasis the formality of the garden. View this garden from the terraces to get the full panorama of the design. If you should find yourself in the north of England do not miss two magnificent gardens, one administered by the National Trust, the other – Wallington- owned by the Trevelyan family. Cragside, as the name suggests, is laid out on a rocky hillside with paths leading from the house to the valley below. Cragside, built by Lord Armstrong, an armaments manufacturer in the late nineteenth century, was the first house to harness hydro-electric power to create the possibility of having electric light, an important innovation in an age when houses were lit by gas or oil. Wallington is famous for its terraces and a collection of interesting trees and shrubs, is near Morpeth, while another garden in Northumberland – Sizergh Castle – the home of the Strickland family since the fourteenth century, has descending rock gardens on a series of terraces. National Trust gardens are open from spring (usually March or April) to October. Look in the Handbook for details of opening times, and do not forget to wear stout walking shoes! DIANA BASKERVYLE-GLEGG
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Stay Safe
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With the days getting darker earlier, now is a good time to think about what you can do to keep yourself and your property safe. Follow our simple crime prevention tips. • Avoid leaving keys and valuables on display near doors or windows. • Always lock windows and doors before you go out or go to bed. • Store bins and gardening equipment securely so they can’t be used to break into your house. • Lock away valuable garden equipment and secure your shed. • Use timer switches to turn lights on and off if you go away, to give the illusion someone is home. • Consider fitting intruder alarms, door chains, a spy hole and external lights. • Security mark valuable items and keep receipts somewhere safe. • Always check the ID of cold callers – consider fitting a door chain or spy hole.
Darker evenings - be safe, be seen
With darker mornings and evenings, take extra care when you are out and about on foot or bike. • Stay visible - wear bright, reflective clothing if you’re out walking. • Fit reflectors and lights to your bike - this is a legal requirement. • Keep to busy, well-lit areas. • If you drive, use appropriate lights so you are clearly visible to other road users. ** Remember, the clocks go back on Sunday 28 October**
Stay Safe this Halloween
Halloween is a fun time for some but also a worrying time for others, particularly vulnerable people. If you have young children: • Never let young children go trick or treating on their own. • Make sure they only visit people known to your family. If you have older children: • Make sure they are not going to be using alcohol, flour or eggs. • Make it clear, if a ‘no trick or treat’ sign is displayed, they should leave straightaway. • Advise them to stay in a group and never go into the home of someone they don’t know. • Make sure they understand they must not frighten people.
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Films @ Charlbury Cinema this Autumn All our films and live performances are held in the Memorial Hall, Browns Lane, Charlbury. Refreshments: please be aware that the bar is an essential part of the financial viability of many of our events. These are not BYOB occasions, and we ask our audience to respect this. We plan our film programme a couple of months ahead, and we list films as soon as we can. We try to be flexible and not commit ourselves too far in advance, so we can respond to the ever-changing deadlines in the film industry and bring you the most interesting films as soon as we can. Our bar opens 45 minutes before the film. Many people come early to meet with friends and have a
drink together. ChOC is a sociable occasion as well as an entertainment -- and sometimes a cultural event. Live entertainments are booked further ahead. For information about our films, or about ChOC generally, email the secretary, Jon Carpenter, at secretary@chocfilms.info For information about ChOClive email the coordinator, Jackie Hague, at: jackie@chocfilms.info Full details: www.chocfilms.info
Sunday September 8 “Out of Africa”
Saturday October 19 ChOClive presents “Oh La La!”
Our 100th film! Come and help us celebrate and say thank you to you for being such wonderful audiences... Memorial Hall, Charlbury 7.30pm, doors and bar open 6.45
at the Café Français in the Memorial Hall 7.30pm (doors/bar 7.00pm) Enjoy a Parisian night out in Charlbury
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“Song for Marion”
“Saturday Night Fever”
Memorial Hall, Charlbury 7.30pm, doors and bar open 6.45. Cert PG. Duration 1hr 30mins.
Memorial Hall, Charlbury 7.30pm, doors and bar open 6.45. Cert 18. Duration 2hrs.
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