Shrivenham Station Community News

Station Welfare Team...

Maj Anthony Bolton Station Welfare Officer 01793 785786

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Shrivenham Station Community News

WO2 Dave Barrow

Station Welfare

Warrant Officer 01793 314791

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Duty Mobile: 07825 674635

Ms Donna Gardner Families & Welfare Coordinator 01793 780793

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Mr Issam Laribi Families & Welfare Lead Administrator e: Issam.laribi@ da.mod.uk

Anthony.bolton@da.mod.uk 01793 785786

Shrivenham Station Welfare Officer

Jubilee Community Centre

Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Shrivenham SN6 8LA

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Shrivenham Station Welfare House

Shrivenham Station has 4 two-bedroom Welfare (Contact) Houses located on the Watchfield Estate on Folly Crescent (Post Code SN6 8SH). The houses can be used by Shrivenham Station PS and all Students, as a lower priority; external Military ID Card holders, Civil Servants and Contractors with a DMR Pass.

These houses are controlled by Shrivenham Station Welfare Officer. The Welfare Houses are not to be used as permanent accommodation and will only be booked for short term stays. The maximum length of occupation is 14 nights in any 28 night period. In very exceptional circumstances the Welfare Houses may be allocated for longer.

Bookings will be prioritised allocation priority as follows: Emergency Welfare Cases.

Children’s visits for divorced/separated personnel.

Visits by Wives/Husbands/Partners/Children to unaccompanied PS and Students on long courses.

Visits to Students on short or non-residential courses.

Other family visits.

Transit Accommodation during transition between assignments.

The cost of hiring the Welfare Houses is as follows:

A and B: £12.00 per night.

C, D, E, and F: £25.00 per night. Non DEFAC personnel: £35.00 per night.

For more information contact the Welfare Team on 01793 780793.

The Jubilee Community Centre

The Jubilee Community Centre provides facilities for Service Personnel and their families from both the United Kingdom and Overseas together with all other Station Personnel.

The Jubilee Centre is the home of the Station Welfare Officer, Welfare Warrant Officer, two Serco Staff members. We also have our very own Army Welfare Service - Community Development Worker Jayne Russell located within the centre, be sure to stop by and say ‘hello’.

The JCC has two ‘soft play’ areas for young children (under 1metre in height and crawlers) whilst parents can enjoy refreshments from the Coffee Shop which is run by ESS.

The idea behind the centre is to give families (and of course staff and students) a place to meet old and new friends and families of different nationalities in a friendly and personal environment. Several activities are hosted in the JCC, including a few voluntary led events, coffee mornings, play sessions and more. We are also fortunate to be visited regularly by supporting agencies; DAFFYs, Home Start, Pinnacle, Vivo and Serco to name a few.

All activities and events are well advertised and are held for the benefit of the families of Shrivenham Station. Full details of all activities and other events of interest can be found on the JCC notice boards and TV.

The JCC is available for private functions (children’s parties a speciality) for a small hire charge to Defence Academy Pass Holders.

The JCC is located just outside the main entrance to the Station on Faringdon Road, the staff have a

wealth of knowledge and can also provide details regarding local facilities and amenities.

The JCC is open 0800 - 1630hrs Monday to Thursday and 08001230hrs Friday.

The Soft Play Areas are open 0830 - 1600hrs Monday to Thursday and 0830 - 1200hrs Friday.

If you have ideas or are looking to start an activity, please contact the Families and Welfare Team on 01793 780793

We look forward to meeting you soon!

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Defence Academy Military Wives Choir

The Defence Academy Military Wives Choir said farewell to some of its members at the end of the Summer Term. Fortunately, September always means the arrival of new cohorts of students and their families to the Defence Academy; we have therefore been delighted to welcome a number of new members. Some have sung in other choirs both in the UK and overseas while others are completely new to the MWC family.

We quickly hit our stride and started reminding ourselves of familiar songs as we prepared for the service of Remembrance at St Thomas’ Church Watchfield, and the Festival of Remembrance organised by the Royal British Legion and held at Lydiard Park.

Some of our members were selected to join a massed choir to sing at events marking the unveiling of the British D-Day 80 memorial exhibition: “For Your Tomorrow”, 1475 life size silhouettes representing the casualties sustained, on display at the Temple of Concord & Victory at Stowe Gardens in October and November. Stowe Gardens was chosen as the official UK host location, and was the only place in the country the installation could be viewed before its return to France. This was truly a memorable and very poignant experience for all those who participated.

Excitingly, others were selected

as part of a choir of 100 and involved in a project that remained confidential for some time, namely the recording of a song, “November Sunday”, written specifically to commemorate the 76th birthday of King Charles III. Rehearsals and the subsequent recording were conducting in great secrecy, the finished result was unveiled on 1st November and is now on sale.

We are now preparing for Christmas carol services held, as always, at the Defence Academy, which means both preparing well known carols and learning new and sometimes off-beat versions of the more traditional ones. We also are rehearsing for a joint Christmas Concert with the Shrivenham Ladies’ Choir on Friday 6th December. Sadly, we are saying farewell to Geoff Walters who has been our accompanist since February 2022. Thank you for being such an amazing and helpful part of the choir – enjoy your well-earned retirement.

We are always delighted to welcome new or returning members; there are no auditions. The MWC is for female spouses

We meet on Monday mornings from 10.30am – 12noon in the Jubilee Community Centre, Faringdon Road, Watchfield (little ones welcome), with our main rehearsals on Thursday nights 7.30pm –9.30pm at St Albans Church on Axis Road, Watchfield.

For further information please pop along to a choir session or email: defenceacademy@militarywiveschoirs.org

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Inspiring the Next Generation at RIAT 2024

Twelve lucky Cub Scouts and five volunteer Leaders from 1st Watchfield & Shrivenham Scout Group spent a fantastic day at the Royal International Air Tattoo on Friday 19 July 2024.

The Cubs were among 30,000 young people who visited the TechnoZone – a ‘hands-on’ Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) event to help inspire the next generation of engineers and innovators. Cubs enjoyed the interactive exhibits designed

to bring technology to life: they took control in a flight simulator; competed to be the best drone pilot; found out how thrust keeps an aircraft in the air and how ejector seats work; and grappled with challenges such as ‘escape from a virtual trap’ and puzzles such as ‘how to load an aircraft carrier’.

The Cubs and their Leaders made an early start so that they could make the most of all the air show had to offer. This included brilliant static displays and flying displays comprising over 250 aircraft from 25 countries. The Cubs particularly enjoyed the U2; the Harrier; the Royal Navy Black Cats helicopter display, and of course the RAF Falcons and the Red Arrows.

They also managed to get into an

A400M cockpit and investigate the controls panel. They enjoyed the ‘RAF Experience’ which included being able to ‘attack’ an RAF Policeman and see how they train for confrontational situations. The Cubs and their Leaders arrived home tired but jubilant after an absolutely brilliant day. One Cub Scout said, “I didn’t believe helicopters could fly like that! They were just amazing!” Another Cub Scout said, “The RAF Falcons were brilliant, and so nice to us!” A third Cub Scout said, “I loved all the challenges and puzzles. My mum is an Engineer in the Royal Air Force, and she must have a great

time doing things like that every day at work!”

Helen Wright, the Group Scout Leader, said, “RIAT is a fabulous experience. This was an approved educational visit which was a great opportunity for the Cubs to learn about air and space technology. The Cubs also had great fun, and found it all the more exciting because they had to eat lots of ice cream to try and keep cool on one of the hottest days of the year. I’d like to thank all my volunteer Leaders who helped to give our young people such a memorable day. I hope we can do it all again next year!”

Watching the Red Arrows display

Watching the Red Arrows prepare for take-off

Visiting the A400M static display

The 1st Watchfield & Shrivenham Scout Group is a thriving and active Scout Group based at the Defence Academy. We welcome children from UK and international armed forces’ families, and from the local villages. Every week, our 36 Beavers, 48 Cubs, and 28 Scouts enjoy fun, exciting, and safe indoor and outdoor Scouting activities in and around the Defence Academy and local community. At weekends, there are opportunities to go on day trips and camps, particularly in Cubs and in Scouts. All this is enabled by our adult volunteer Leaders and Explorer Young Leaders (aged 14-18 years) and our support base of Trustees and Committee Members. If your young person would like to be a Beaver (6-8 years), a Cub (8-10.5 years), or a Scout (10.5-14 years); or if you’d like to join the fun and become an adult volunteer, please email Helen on: helenwright@kascouts.org.uk

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We have been thinking a lot about our personal resilience in recent months. How do we build and maintain it in the face of seemingly unceasing challenges?

I read an interesting study which sought to discover the traits resilient people possessed. They found that they were people who confronted their fears yet maintained an optimistic outlook. They sought, accepted and provided social support, and found role models they could emulate and learn from. Resilient people are guided by an inner moral compass and understand their own values. They also turned to religious or spiritual practices. They were also people who took care of their physical health and fitness, and kept mentally fit by being curious and pushing themselves to learn new things. They approached problems with flexibility and acceptance. Crucially, resilient people find meaning in and can grow through challenging experiences. Even those of us who have shown huge resilience in the past can have it eroded. A key thing to remember is that we all need to make a conscious effort to grow and maintain our own resilience; in body, mind and spirit. With all the pressures of life and work it is easy to ignore this, as I know personally. But taking time to build practices and habits will pay dividends later on.

I’m writing the weather is dark and miserable. The news and images from the Middle East are deeply distressing. The war in Ukraine is about to enter another year, and the challenges our new government face are myriad. Uncertainty is all around us. It’s easy to despair, to feel helpless, and to become fatigued by it all. There are no easy answers.

As we approach Christmas I reflect that the heart of this midwinter celebration is ‘Emmanuel’, which means ‘God with us’. The story is well known from school nativity plays, God becomes human by being born in a stable. Born amongst warring nations, instability and uncertainty, Christ enters into a broken world to be with us. It shows us that God holds all people to be hugely important, and God knows what it means to suffer with us.

The Bible describes God coming to be with us by saying ‘the light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome it.’ Even when the darkness seems overwhelming, let’s try to remember that. When we feel despair, let's seek out people to be with – just as God did. Be they family, friends, work colleagues, or people in need, giving them time and attention helps us all. That is a key part of finding our own resilience, and helping others build theirs.

I pray that you and those you

Station Chaplaincy

Our aim is to build a strong and supportive community through kindness and compassion. We support local military families, and all associated with the military. We provide pastoral, spiritual, and religious care, strength and guidance, all regardless of your belief or faith background.

Station Chaplaincy is always here to lend an ear, 24/7. We can meet for a walk, or chat over a brew.

We are situated in Building 43, car park A, opposite Kitchener Hall

For more info, please contact the Station Chaplaincy Team: Padre Robert Church, 07977479866

Chaplaincy Coordinator, Leigh Hyde, 07920162664, leigh.hyde@da.mod.uk

The Station Chaplaincy Team are delighted to welcome you to the Defence Academy Station Church, St. Alban’s. All are welcome to join us for inclusive worship.

You will always receive a warm welcome.

Roman Catholic Mass 09:30-10:30 every Sunday

Priests from Blackfriars conduct Mass for the Defence Academy

Family Friendly Worship 11:00-12:00 every Sunday

Services led by Padre Church, Station Padre

Join us for refreshments from 10:30-11:00 in the hall.

Please get in touch to discuss Christening/Baptism requests, marriage blessings/renewals, first communions, and more.

St. Alban’s, Watchfield, Ironside Drive, SN6 8RL

The Main Multi Faith Prayer Room is situated in Beckett House, opposite the reception.

A smaller Multi Faith Prayer Room and Chapel can also be found in JSCSC first floor, Block B and is open 24hrs.

Friday Prayers

Take place from 13:00 - 14:00 every Friday at Beckett House, Multi Faith Prayer Room.

For more information, please contact Padre Robert, Station Chaplain.

Bible study over bacon rolls

I took up my post in the Defence Academy in early 2023, having never been to the area before. This was for the start of my second tour following a stint in Scotland and I knew little about the Christian community here.

I was soon invited to Refuel by a member of ICSC. Meeting every morning at 0645 in St Alban’s Hall, this was a chance for me to start my day bright and early, discussing the Bible (following a good breakfast of bacon rolls) with other Christians.

We begin Refuel with breakfast, whilst we catch-up with each other. Then we top up brews and sit down to watch a video discussing Jesus’s teachings.

Afterwards, we split into groups to discuss what we have heard and reflect on our own feelings about it. At the end, we will share prayer points if people would like to, so we can go away and support each other throughout the week. I wanted to come because I have always found that coming together with other Christians has always been one of the most helpful things for remaining steadfast and growing in my faith. I have continued to find this help at Refuel. One of the things I most appreciate about the community is that there are officers and soldiers of all rank

ranges, but everyone treats each other as brothers and sisters.

Everyone is given the chance to voice their thoughts, feelings and opinions with the utmost respect and support. I am often quite a quiet person during discussion groups. However, I have never felt out of place because I enjoying hearing the thoughts of others and I never feel under pressure to speak when I wish to listen.

I have found Refuel to be very helpful for growing my faith because it gives me this regular chance to meet other Christians and reflect on the Bible’s teachings. It has also provided me with a community of friends who I know that, if I’m going through anything challenging in my life, will be there for me during the Wednesday sessions or outside of them.

Refuel is a great place for anyone who has long been a Christian, anyone who is early in their faith or who is just interested to hear what Christianity is all about and wishes to know more. If you would like to find out more, please come along bright and early on Wednesday mornings and you will be welcomed in warmly!

Capt Ed Barrett DCLC

Shrivenham Station

Equestrian Centre

Exciting News from Shrivenham Equestrian Centre!

We were over the moon to host our very first official ‘Riding for the disabled’ session!

A massive thank you to all the incredible volunteers, participants, and their families who joined us for this special evening in September. The sessions continue to run every Wednesday evening at the Shrivenham Equestrian Centre. AIM RDA is committed to creating a space that is:

• Encouraging and empowering for disabled participants to achieve personal goals.

• Supportive and satisfying to their amazing volunteers.

• Compliant with RDAUK policies to ensure safety and respect for all, including our equines.

• Ambitious, dynamic, and positive!

We hosted two fantastic classes and a vibrant audience, the atmosphere was electric! It was an evening filled with joy and the true spirit of community. Together, we're not just riding; we're improving lives through the power of horses. Let’s keep this momentum going!#RDA #EquestrianMagic #CommunitySpirit

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THE ACADEMY QUILTERS are well into their “build up to Christmas’ creative planning now.

Fun had been had in sorting stashes or buying fabrics….in some instances both. Choosing our next projects is always a mindful thing, limiting ourselves to one at a time is not easy but a challenge we enjoy. Using our brains, making decisions, helping each other….these all go together to make being an Academy Quilter so interesting and enjoyable.

Taking time away from every day hassles and stresses, taking time to chill out and “just be”, with something to show for our time together, is something quite restorative and mentally beneficial.

It has been great to see some many different creations taking shape and so many learning curves travelled so far this term. Well done to each and everyone of you.

Keep your bobbins full, needles sharp and sewing machine quietly purring away.

pieces and just let it

Wonderful to just empty my mind and “play”.

Left: Stain glass quilt blocks made from fabric scraps and quilt buddy shops. Love the bright, happy colours. The hand made black bias strips hold every thing together, make the colours “pop” and lend a bit of quiet order to this cheerful quilt.

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Precision cutting, careful stitching, super colour choices plus amazing quilting resulted in this winning prizes at a quilt show.

This quilter thoroughly enjoyed the number crunching entailed in getting this creation to work well and look good. The machine quilting proved to be a delight to do too.

1st project and so pleased with it. Oak leaves an important symbol in culture. Machine blanket stitching all those curves became a mindful experience.

Pinwheel quilt blocks all sashed and are now a quilt top, a flimsy as we say. Still to decide on the border but hoping to get that done in time for Christmas. Another textile challenge.

Above: A textile art piece, had so much fun with this. Measures 12”x 16”. Had a selected basket of wonderful

“grow”.

Lost in transit! Rescued by fibre, patience and plan bs

Moving to the UK from USA was going to be a big thing for me……first time away from family and initially, not knowing anyone at the journey’s end. My man checked out the support system etc at the Defence Academy and found a quilt group…that resulted in him shouting from the verandah, “hey hun, there’s a quilt group, I wonder if it's like Nan’s”?

To be honest I didn’t really think any more about that for quite a while… I had packing up and goodbyes to do and into that packing went my treasured artist palette and paints etc, inherited from my Pa, who had inherited them from his Pa. I paint. A lot, almost all the time. Had seriously wondered about taking it all as hand luggage but was persuaded otherwise. I had misgivings but trusted the packers and the airfreight company.

Got to the UK, rocked up at Shrivenham, loved the surroundings and the countryside, loads of really old buildings, in other words, lots of things to paint. Happy me.

Waited and waited for a freight to arrive, seemed to take an age but the relief when it did was off the scale till………no paint carton, WHAT! My heart, my world, my treasured family connections…… where were they?

Well, to cut out the anguish and get to the good bit……my Pa took up the fight with the freight company and told me to “pick yourself up gal and get joining something”.

Didn’t want to join anything, I wanted my paints, I was being unreasonable I know but one day, having downed coffee number three and wanting something to

An "I Spy" quilt that was great fun to make. Really enjoyed sourcing just the right “picture” for each hexagon. Want to do another as I enjoyed this one so much.

read, I picked up the Academy mag and found a load of COLOUR, oh, oh, colour, not paints but fabric. My “joining thing”, a quilt group, got hold of my Pa and told him, his reply was “go for it, your Nan quilted, she has even started a baby quilt for you”. Oh gee, this was meant to happen.

Contacted the group tutor, got myself some fabrics and turned my upside down world the right way up. That group saved my sanity, opened my mind to a whole new world. I probably was not the best of students but the tutor had the patience of a saint, I loved her quiet way of getting the information across, her willingness to adapt things to my way of thinking and working and her “plan bs” when my sewing attempts went slightly awry (which they did, frequently) …I was excited, I had an outlet for my creative/colour obsession.

Of course, I missed my paints but that quilt group, The Academy Quilters, saved my soul and my mind and opened up a new world for me ….something I am incredibly grateful for, thank you so much for sticking with me, for picking me up and helping me to rebuild myself.

Am I still quilting…you bet I am. Back in the USA now with kiddos who have just got top grades for their Home Economics submissions …. Two small quilts and I taught them. So proud of myself and them. I now teach sewing at their school and am loving my new life. Academy Quilters, you rock! Thank you.

Ps, My Pa battled on with the freight company and retrieved the painting carton, all intact so that was another bonus.

Left: This quilt, now living back in Lithuania, was a joy to plan. Choosing just the right red and balancing it with a rich solid black was “light bulb moment”. The hand quilting was calming and so satisfying to do.

Above: Enjoyed every moment of stitching this quilt block. Hand appliqué and had quilting. A relaxing time spent creating this.

Left: Marriner’s Sunrise, a challenge but an enjoyable one. Every point appeared as I wanted and the beautiful ombré background turned out better than I dared hope for.

Merry Christmas and Happy quilting!

Marnie, USA.

LANGUAGE CENTRE FOR ALL

NEW YEAR : NEW TERM IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO JOIN US

Our new term starts on 6th January and offers a great opportunity if you are looking to improve your English or learn a new language. The lessons are fun and sociable as we believe this is the best environment in which to learn. In addition to improving your language skills, the classroom is a great place to make new friends and find out about other countries and their cultures.

The Language Centre provides ‘English as a Foreign Language’ to the dependants and families of international officers attending courses at the Defence Academy, Cranfield University and the local community. We also provide tuition in French, Spanish, German and Italian to families across the entire Shrivenham Station site and the local community.

Both group and private lessons are available to suit all abilities, from beginner through to advanced. There is also the opportunity to be tutored in your own home.

So, if you know anyone struggling with the English language –au pairs, overseas visitors for example – please contact us.

INCREASE CONFIDENCE

Everyone who attends English or foreign language lessons regularly can expect to:

· become more confident and fluent in speaking the language

· improve their listening skills

· learn lots of new vocabulary

· make considerable progress in their understanding of grammar

We achieve this by working our way through a coursebook. We also use games, role-plays and short presentations to make learning more effective and enjoyable.

Most of our work is in pairs or small groups.

Students can elect to sit diploma examinations in English from the Cambridge Examination board on completion of their courses and we also run exam preparation lessons.

CLASSES FOR CHILDREN

Specially tailored classes for children are available in your own home.

The Language Centre is open during the day for English classes and in the evening for foreign language tuition.

Find us at:

7 Axis Road, opposite St Alban’s Church. For more information, call us on: 01793 784881 or email: languagecentre7@gmail.com

Bespoke 1:1 Tuition

We offer students 1:1 English and Foreign Language tuition with the option to be taught in the privacy of your own home.

Email us on languagecentre7@gmail.com or drop in and speak to us about how we can help you.

NEW TERM STARTS 6th JANUARY

ENGLISH CLASSES ALL LEVELS

Weekdays 9.30am – 11.30am

FOREIGN LANGUAGE EVENING CLASSES

All levels

Monday – Thursday

FRENCH • SPANISH • ITALIAN • GERMAN

Book your place

Email: languagecentre7@gmail.com www.shrivenhamlanguagecentre.co.uk

ACTIVE SOCIAL PROGRAMME ENHANCES LANGUAGE SKILLS

In the first term English students start classes apprehensively and not knowing anyone. Everything is foreign to them. By half-term, students have made connections in class and through a varied schedule of outings and projects.

Turn over the page for more photos of our days out!...

The social programme is fun and, at the same time, improves the language skills of students. Our active social programme includes craft and baking sessions as well as outings. This helps to develop a varied vocabulary as well as learning about different cultures.

Bampton and Aston Pottery Visit

This is what one of the English Advanced students wrote about their visit:

On 16th October 2024, Sue AshforthSmith’s class had the pleasure of visiting the charming little village of Bampton for their autumn excursion. Bampton is famous for its 13th century church and village square which have been used as settings for scenes in the Downton Abbey series.

The class then headed to Aston Pottery, which has a beautiful flower garden. The shop is full of magnificent painted earthenware. It’s the perfect place to buy presents, especially as Christmas is approaching.

English Advanced students 'meeting' the Earl of Grantham from Downton Abbey

Students walk in the footsteps of the Downton Abbey characters

Halloween Fun!

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Halloween craft lesson- decorating cakes and biscuits for the Halloween party

Teaching the skills of pumpkin crafting at Halloween

Halloween class celebrations

Snap..matching bags. English Intermediate 2 students enjoy a visit to Burford

English Intermediate 2 students on a 'walk and talk'.

English Intermediate 2 students enjoying a quintessentially English afternoon tea at Burford.

English Intermediate 1 class trip to Sadlers cafe in Faringdon. Time to relax and get to know each other better.

English teacher Jenny (centre) introducing English Intermediate 2 students to the Icebreaker Dinner.

Class trip to Sadlers cafe in Faringdon. Time to relax and get to know each other better.

Useful Contacts

Community Services

Maj Anthony Bolton

Shrivenham Station Welfare Officer 01793 785786

WO2 Dave Barrow

Station Welfare Warrant Officer 01793 314791

Ms Donna Gardner

Families and Welfare Coordinator 01793 780793

Mr Issam Laribi Families & Welfare Lead Administrator Email: Issam.laribi@da.mod.uk

Military Provost Guard Service 01793 785612 - (MPGS) 785617

Padre Robert Church

01793 314161/ Mobile 07977 479866

Email: Robert.church@da.mod.uk

Leigh Hyde

Chaplaincy Coordinator 01793 314033 /mobile: 07920162664 leigh.hyde@da.mod.uk

Medical Services

Shrivenham Station Medical Centre

01793 785552

Shrivenham Station Dental Centre 01793 785223

Elm Tree Surgery, Shrivenham Village 01793 782207

Fernhill Practice, Faringdon 01367 242407

White Horse Practice, Faringdon 01367 242388

Westrop Surgery, Highworth 01793 762218

Great Western Hospital, Swindon 01793 604020

John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford 01865 741166

Highworth Dental Surgery 01793 762231

Faringdon Dental Surgery 01367 240514

Graham Jones Pharmacy 01793 783336 Vets

Drove Veterinary Hospital 01793 522483

Local Services

Shrivenham Village Post Office 01793 782260

Watchfield Village Hall 01793 782234 or 783157

Clubs & Organisations

DAFFYS dadaffys@gmail.com

Shrivenham Station Equestrian Centre 01793 785489 http://www.shrivenhamequestrian.com/ Scouts

cn@wands.org.uk www.kascouts.org.uk/wands

Defence Academy Golf Club 01793 785725

Girlguiding Tuckmill ( Watchfield & Shrivenham) (Rainbows, Brownies, Guides,Rangers, Volunteering) Email: jahollick1@gmail.com

Defence Academy Military Wives Choir defenceacademy@militarywiveschoirs.org

Academy Quilters 01793 762278

Education

Shrivenham Station Language Centre 01793 784881

Alfresco Child Care 01793 790263

The Barn Kindergarten 01793 782182

Old Station Nursery 01367 243800

Watchfield Primary School 01793 782623

Shrivenham CE Primary School 01793 782406

Longcot & Fernham Primary School 01793 782381

Shellingford Primary School 01367 710301

Faringdon Community College 01367 240375

Cranfield University Switchboard 01793 785810

Miscellaneous

Main Gate Reception 01793 788270

JSCSC Reception (Main Foyer) 01793 788000

The Snooty Mehmaan delivers the best in asian cuisine combined with a great venue with boutique hotel rooms, an award-winning restaurant, and a function room to host large events such as weddings, conferences, birthdays, etc.

Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner

With an emphasis on refined yet creative pan-asian cuisine, the menu incorporates both traditional classic favourites and original new dishes that apply classic flavours with a modern twist.

Located outside littleworth village on the A420 near Faringdon, Oxfordshire and surrounded by the picturesque oxfordshire countryside. The restaurant itself holds many of the original buildings strong architectural features including original oak beams and flooring give the snooty mehmaan its strong and natural environment that amplifies both the mood and the creative food on offer.