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the art of fire
Stove Specialists for over 40 years
Every Kind of fire tool • Companion sets • Fire grates • Fire backs • Hotmax fuel logs • Kindling • Superior log drying stores • Firelighters • Stove glass • Door rope • Stove gloves • Log baskets • Chimney balloons • Flue brushes • Fire bricks • Stove paint • Thermometers • Moisture testers for logs • Fire dogs • Fire screens and so much more!
Approved main dealers for:
www.kingsworthyfoundry.co.uk New website launched: www.kingsworthyfoundry.co.uk
Alresford Pigs Association - Local People Helping Local People
It’s been a busy month for the Pigs. We’ve helped Ukrainian visitors with funds for Bus Passes, we’ve funded events and items for local schools and people, and we’ve stood in the rain directing traffic for happy Watercress Festival visitors and some (a very few) less happy locals!
There’s much more coming and we look forward to Her Majesty’s Platinum Jubilee this month and to be involved in local events, such as the Alresford Show. (Yes, it’s happening!)
Please remember if you need help, don’t be afraid to ask, we’ll consider all requests – from financial to physical help – and even provided a friendly ear and chat when needed. Mobility issues still provide many of our requests for help. We are geared up with equipment, for either loan or permanent use, ranging from crutches and walkers, through to powered mobility scooters.
We have the experience to help you find the right solution and it’s free. If you, or someone you know, needs help please contact us. Be assured all enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence. We consider any request for financial support from within the area and although it’s impossible to list all of the people we have supported down the years they include organisations such as the Scouts, Guides, sports & youth groups, local schools for specific projects, families who are unable to fully fund school trips for their child, single parent families needing white goods, families needing support that cannot be provided by other services, mobility scooters, park benches, senior residents events and activities and life-saving defibrillators.
The Alresford Pigs Association is a registered charity (charity no. 1163001). More information can be found at www.alresfordpigs. org or email us at info@alresfordpigs.org for an immediate request for support call the Pigs Helpline: 01962 658961.
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DIGITAL TV & SATELLITE SPECIALIST
Paul Rolfe
Free Quotes • Service & Repairs • Full Year Guarantee on parts • OAP Discounts TV installations considered • Freeview achieved where others have failed
T. 01420 80650 M. 07918 913194
Building the future, restoring the past
• Extensions • Renovations • New Builds • Conversions • General Building City & Guilds Qualified Gas Safe Registered Tradesmen All Electrical work undertaken
With a combined 35 years experience as builders in New Alresford, Hampshire. We have grown our reputation as reliable, friendly and a trustworthy building company. With our extensive knowledge, years of experience and keen eye for detail, your mind can be put to rest that you are in safe hands. We aim to customise our services to suit your project's individual needs.
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Andrew Bevis
Architectural Designs & Drawings
Alresford, Hampshire & Much Wenlock, Shropshire Mob: 07775 524891 | a.bevis@btinternet.com
Councillor Fiona Isaacs
On-Street parking
Hampshire County Council has confirmed to The Alresford Chamber of Commerce and myself, that a consultation will take place before decisions are made. The Chamber has been actively engaged in feeding back their survey results from residents and businesses after Winchester City Council (WCC) suggested parking meters in Alresford. Businesses recognise that things may have to change to get parking enforcement in the town as WCC is not investing in this. The lack of enforcement has been frustrating for many residents and businesses. I have always opposed parking meters and it is not an easy situation with car parks managed by WCC and on-street by Hampshire County Council. Enforcement obviously needs to be funded and a balance needs to be carefully managed.
Safety concerns raised by residents
Last year there were official complaints made by residents who could not get out of their homes with wheelchairs due to long grass. This issue was raised again as cuts were missed in March and April in some areas. As a result, I have made sure that this is temporarily addressed until proper action could be taken. I have called for a meeting of lead officers from Winchester City Council to discuss things and show them the issues in Alresford. I have asked our New Alresford Town Council Chair to attend. I will update the outcome in my next report. I am pleased to announce that there has been some cutting taking place in these missed areas. We are currently scheduled for 9 monthly cuts. There are also a few project areas where there will be sightline cuts at the very least. At the moment neither has been done and this is why I have spent over a month trying to resolve things.
Ukrainian Assistance - Update
• I have written many letters to key Directors and others from
Stagecoach Buses over the last few months asking about offering 6 month free travel to these residents. Many buses in our more rural areas have empty seats, so to offer them free is not costing Stagecoach any more. I would like to thank Estelle and James Bentham and others in our ward who have worked so hard on this negotation.
• I was the only WCC councillor to attend the first Ukrainian 'refugee guest and host meeting' in Winchester. I spent a lot of time ensuring that there were pathways to employment and communication of vacancies within our local groups. Linking in the Alresford Chamber of Commerce, Hampshire
Chamber of Commerce and other business groups. (eg Winchester BID) We have managed to successfully find employment for most. Jesus said, "Amen, Amen! I say unto you, he who believes in Me has everlasting life ... I am the Bread of Life"
The Gospel of John ch.6:47,48 Also, for commentary on ‘todays’ religious situation, please read
1 Timothy ch. 4:1-3
We would like to offer the booklet: “Why MUST Jesus Return”
NEW FARM CHAPEL
New Farm Road, Alresford, Hampshire
Sunday Services 10.30am and 4.30pm Tel:07447 158058 For any who wish to zoom, please ask for the zoom link via our website www.newfarmchapel.org.uk
Community Information Volunteers
Age Concern Hampshire’s Community Information Volunteers (previously known as Village Agents), help people – and their family, friends and carers – find the information and support they need to stay living safely and independently.
• Find – Provide information on a range of topics, such as finding help to manage around the home, social activities locally or what government help someone may be eligible for. • Help – Get to know the local charities and support groups working in the area and can help put people in touch with the right help at the right time. • Connect – Provide a bit of tailored support to help a person to get connected to the service they need. This may be making a phone call, filling in a form on their behalf of making first introductions to a group.
Examples include: reviewing benefit eligibility; completing forms, such as Attendance Allowance and Blue Badge; locating tradespeople for your home and garden; finding transport; signposting to home services, such as cleaners and meal delivery, and much more.
You can contact Denise, Alresford’s Community Information Volunteer, on 07969 376023 or enquiries@ageconcernhampshire. org.uk
