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Popular furniture store IKEA finally opened its Reading branch yesterday morning and hundreds were vying to be first in the queue. We were there to capture the moment – and chat to the Wokingham residents who couldn’t wait for their meatballs and flatpack furniture. They included young Erin Marks (pictured inset). Full coverage on page 12
Yes, Prime Minister! May takes top role Historic week for borough as Theresa heads to Number 10
GREAT BRITAIN has a new Prime Minister – and she lives and works in Wokingham borough. On Wednesday, Maidenhead MP Theresa May accepted an invitation from the Queen to form a Government. Now, the PM – whose constituency includes Twyford, Hurst and Ruscombe – must deliver on her promise for Brexit, while also serving as one of our MPs. n Full coverage of this historic event pages 4-5
Grease — parking not included FILM fans were choking on their popcorn this week after learning that tickets to see a screening of a 38-year-old film will cost £33 – plus car parking. Wokingham Borough Council has announced plans to host an open air cinema in Dinton Pastures next month and will launch the event with the John Travolta film Grease. Ticket prices start at £25 rising to £32.75. The cheaper tickets don’t include seats and the screening will go ahead regardless of the weather. All tickets don’t include parking at Dinton. The council have defended the screening price, saying it includes live entertainment from a band and is a 50s theme night – but other local open air cinemas are screening Grease for a fraction of the price and, also next month, an Elms Field open air cinema will be free with a donations bucket to cover costs. n Full story page 11
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Young walkers rewarded for their nose for nature CHILDREN who took part in a special nature trail were recently awarded prizes for their efforts. The youngsters had taken part in the first Wokingham Walk and entered into a prize draw. Former mayor of Wokingham borough Cllr Pavinder Batth recently attended a small ceremony in Wokingham Library to present prizes of to some of the children who took part. The walk was organised in conjunction with Wokingham Lions vice-president
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Now plans are being made for next year’s walk, which will take place on Sunday, May 7. Mrs Jackson added: “We have listened to feedback from this years’ walkers and have included a 10-mile route which takes in some stunning Bluebell woods for the 2017 event. “The modified routes have also allowed us to greatly reduce the amount of road walking for both the 10 and 15 mile routes.”
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Plan now for country show THE dates for this year’s Swallowfield Show have been announced. The annual extravaganza will this year take place over three days, with the horse show taking place on Saturday, August 27. The rest of the event will take place on Sunday, August 28 and Bank Holiday Monday, August 29. Attractions confirmed for the Main Arena include the Amazing Racing Pigs, Above and Beyond acrobatic display, Adam’s Axemen, Birds of Bray, morris dancing and marching bands. There will also be the usual contests for the best locally grown flowers, fruit and vegetables. Other attractions include a funfair, animals, a dog show, steam engines, ferret racing and fairground organs. The event takes place in the
Taster evening for choral society WOKINGHAM’S Choral Society is preparing for a special taster evening, which will be open to all newcomers who want to see if the singing group is for them. The event will be held at Emmbrook Senior School on Thursday, September 15 from 7.30pm. During the evening the choir will sing extracts from Mozart’s Mass in C Minor, Haydn’s Insanae et Venae Curae, Mozart’s Ave Verum Corpus and Haydn’s Te Deum. All singers welcomed but the choir
Drawing festival for autumn A WOKINGHAM church is planning to be quick on the draw as it takes part in a special family-friendly festival this autumn. St Paul’s Church in Reading Road is taking part in The Steam Powered Big Draw, a special day devoted not just to the art of drawing, but also to science, technology, engineering and maths. The fun will be held on Saturday, October 15 from 11am to 4pm in its Parish Rooms. Full details will be revealed closer to the time. For more details email thebigdraw@ spauls.co.uk
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A manhole lot of traffic trouble… A DAMAGED manhole cover caused traffic chaos in Wargrave on Wednesday morning. Motorists ignoring road closed signs along the A321 High Street into the village were forced to do three-point turns in the narrow roads after discovering the crossroads completely blocked by workmen. A lorry tried to turn around in a resident’s driveway before being forced to reverse down the road. Workmen on the site, on the corner of Church Street
and School Lane, explained that a manhole cover had been broken, and that earlier reports that the manhole had collapsed were incorrect. One told The Wokingham Paper: “The corner of the cover had been chipped off and it wasn’t safe. We have been here since 9pm last night working on it.” The road had been due to be closed until Friday to allow BT to carry out works to the fibre cabling within an existing duct.
Peace at last for Sheeplands? Owner accepts talks offer from Council By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk A PEACE offering could bring about an end to the ongoing dispute between the borough council and a garden centre. Hare Hatch Sheeplands has agreed to meet with Wokingham Borough Council in a bid to resolve issues over planning permissions. Since 2003, it has been at loggerheads with the council after planning permission was refused or agreed with restrictions for a range of concessions including a coffee and farm shop. The Council has concerns that too much Green Belt land was being used for business purposes. In 2010, the centre began working with the council to submit a master plan for the future of the site, costing
the company tens of thousands of pounds in legal fees, only for the plan to be refused in 2011. Today, the two sides are due in court over alleged breaches on planning permission, despite a judicial review penciled in for the autumn. However, Hare Hatch Sheeplands owner said that he is willing to meet with the council, taking up an offer made by chief executive Andy Couldrick in a letter he wrote to Theresa May, then just the local MP. Mr.Scott said: “I am happy to accept the offer of talks. As a gesture of goodwill I have dropped my appeal against the judicial review decision in connection with recent detailed planning applications. “That will save both the council and Sheeplands the cost of expensive
Labour backs Corbyn WOKINGHAM’S Labour party have given their backing to its national leader, Jeremy Corbyn. They met last week ahead of Angela Eagle’s announcement that she would stand for leadership. Cllr Andy Croy, from Wokingham Labour, said that the group held a debate to canvass members’ views on the leadership and the behaviour of the Parliamentary Labour Party (PLP). The debate took place in Wokingham Town Hall where voting was by secret ballot. The members who attended voted 33 to 22 to say they had confidence in Jeremy Corbyn while a motion critical of the behaviour of the PLP was passed by 40 to 15.
This means that some opponents of Jeremy Corbyn feel the PLP has not behaved properly. Cllr Croy said: “The meeting was passionate with strong views expressed by the members. The discussion was, however, conducted in a respectful fashion and everyone who wanted to speak had the chance to do so. “The feedback from all the participants was that the meeting was exactly the right response to events in London. In a democratic party it is important that all members and views should be heard.” The results of the ballot have been communicated to the General Secretary of the Party.
litigation and if we can reach a satisfactory agreement it will save a great deal more money in future legal costs which would further diminish the financial resources of both parties.” Sheeplands planning consultants have now written to Mr Couldrick: “With a view to finding a mutually acceptable way forward for this site we would like to organise a meeting with the council as soon as possible in order to begin pre-application discussions in relation to a comprehensive scheme.” Mr Scott added: “This development brings about the real prospect of a solution to the dispute and we look forward to starting meaningful discussions just as soon as the council is ready.” However, Wokingham Borough
THREE people, including a 17-year-old girl, have been charged in connection with an assault on a taxi driver at Wokingham Station. The driver was left with a fractured ankle following the assault outside the station in the early hours of April 8. The driver’s vehicle was also damaged during the attack. The three people were arrested shortly after the assault, and have since been charged in connection with the incident. Zachary Briggs, 20, of Nash Grove Lane, Finchampstead, was charged with actual bodily harm and racially aggravated bodily harm. Rhianne Cameron, 18, of Reynards Close, Wokingham, and a 17-year-old girl from the Wokingham area, who cannot be named for legal reasons, both face the same two charges, along with two additional counts of criminal damage and racially aggravated criminal damage. All three were charged on July 8 and released on bail to appear before Reading Magistrates’ Court on July 25.
Council feel that Mr Scott’s offer came about for a less altruistic reason. Cllr Mark Ashwell, executive member for planning and regeneration, said: “We understand Mr Scott withdrew his application for a judicial review after the court found that his claim was unarguable.” Despite this, it appears that the offer of talks will be accepted on the grounds of potential new planning applications. Cllr Ashwell said: “We offer a preplanning application service advising people on their proposals, to give them a greater chance of being granted permission, and we would urge Mr Scott to use this for any future applications he may have for the site. “However, he must comply with the current enforcement notices for the existing planning breaches.”
A FIRE which broke out at a children’s play area in Woodley on Monday night is believed to be the work of arsonists. A pump from Wokingham Road Fire Station was assigned to the incident in Kingfisher Drive after the alarm was raised at around 9pm. Upon arrival the crew found three or four areas of the facility’s rubber-based floor alight, with those responsible thought to have used a fluid solution to help ignite the fires. The station spent between 15 and 20 minutes dousing the flames which left several scorch marks. There is not believed to have been any damage to available apparatus. No one was hurt in the incident, which has been recorded as suspected arson by fire chiefs.
Three injured in crash THREE people were treated for minor injures following a two-car collision in Shinfield Road on Tuesday night. Police, crews from Wokingham Road and Whitley Wood fire stations and an ambulance were all dispatched to the scene after a Porsche and Volkswagen collided between the junctions with Elmhurst Road and Christchurch Road. It has been suggested the prang was the result of one of the drivers jumping a red light, but this remains unconfirmed. Shinfield Road had to be closed in the direction of Shinfield while the emergency services attended to the incident, which happened just before 9pm. All those involved had managed to get out of the damaged vehicles and were treated at the scene for minor injuries, while the fighters spent around 25 minutes making the cars safe.
Top for Council Tax THE amount of council tax collected by the borough council is the highest in the country. In the tax year 2015/16, the council collected 99.5% –matching the previous tax year and ahead of the national average of 97.1%. The council said that each percentage point for Wokingham Borough Council equates to about £1million of council tax. This means the efficiency of the council’s collection systems generated in excess of £2million more than if it had been an average performing authority. Cllr Anthony Pollock, executive member for economic development and finance, said: “We continue to face huge financial challenges so being
able to collect the highest rate of council tax in the country for a unitary authority helps soften this. “I would like to thank all those residents who pay their council tax on time. The money they pay every month is vital to more than 200 council services – from caring for the elderly and those with physical and learning disabilities to emptying bins and providing modern leisure and recreation facilities.” Efforts to collect the 0.5 per cent outstanding at 31 March, 2016 will continue throughout this year. The council raised council tax this year by 3.94%, including a 2% adult social care precept. The average Band D tax is now £1,579.50.
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BRACKNELL MP Dr Phillip Lee, whose constituency also includes parts of EXCLUSIVE Wokingham borough, has spoken of Bysadness PHIL CREIGHTON his at the resignation of David news@wokinghampaper.co.uk Cameron in the wake of the Brexit vote. The Remainer added that the result of a popular farm ofTHE the owner referendum must bepick-you-own respected in the Wokingham hascome hit out at misleading and country must together as MEMBERS of the Maidenhead to aoutside road closure - and sought itsigns planspointing for a future of Europe. Conservative Association – which toalso reassure thethe public he isinstill open for He praised high that turnout is based in Ruscombe – have added business. Wokingham borough – more than 80% of their congratulations to Theresa Heathlands is currently voters had their say. Road May as she becomes the UK’s Prime undergoing carriageway repair works, On Thursday, the UK voted to leave Minister. meaning road closures in place to the European Union by a veryare narrow In a statement, they expressed enable contractors to work in safety. But margin – 52% of voters backed Brexit. their delight at the appointment and the works couldn’t come at “The British people have have spoken, ” a worse shared their belief that Mrs May time for the Grays Dr Lee said. “It isowner now theof duty of allFarm: this is the right person to reunite the weekend is normally hisinbusiest Parliamentarians to respond the best of the Conservative Party in the wake year as raspberries come into crop and interests of our great and good country. of the referendum result. schools forI am theglad summer. “At the prepare local level, that They also said that they are The work is in two phases, with the the turnout was high in both Bracknell incredibly proud of their MP. first taking place fromabove the the junction of and Wokingham, with both They said: “Congratulations to Nine Mile Ride to Wyevale Garden Centre. national average. our new Prime Minister. 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Conservative Party after leadership race. annual open day on Saturday. somethe “I believe she is well placed to The Revd Jamie Taylor, vicar of St of Oxford wherebought her father, Hare Hatch based Yeldall Manorthat the quality rhubarb; lead our nation and to deliver a Andrew’s in Sonning, promised Revd Hubert Brasier, was welcomed hundreds of visitors tonew role, during the successful negotiation as we leave church will pray for her in her first vicar ofmusic Enstone with its grounds foralways the event whichfor the nation’s celebration; the European Union. just as it has prayed Heythrop and later included face painting, a plant sale, Matthew “We pray weekly for Her leaders. of Wheatley, where she a hog and a cream tea with O’Connor & Majesty and those set in Heroast added that Mrs May is a “very and her husband were strawberriesmember” supplied by authority under her, and that supportive ofGrays the historic church married. As Ramona MP for Lupu Farm. face prayer will take on a little more as well as being a “hardworking and Maidenhead enjoyed she is also, The event also featured a significance for us at St. Andrew’s in respected MP”. of course, one painting of our own thanksgiving the the years ahead.” Speaking service to The for Wokingham Paper, Mr constituency MPs.Pictures: Christian-based centre, which WP1607030 / Mr Taylor’s call for prayers has been Taylor said: “On behalf of all at St Andrew’s “I can assure Mrs May of my continued has helped conquer theircongratulate SteveatSmyth echoed by the Acting Bishop of Oxford. Church in people Sonning, I warmly prayers as she takes up office such a addictions. In a statement, the Rt Revd Colin Theresa May MP as she prepares to take up critical time for our country.” Although much of Wokingham was hit with heavy rain in the early part of Saturday, by the time Yeldall’s open day started, the sun was out – and stayed out. Supporter relations manager Sue MPs, her seat covers far Wokingham’s town centre. Rob Wilson is the Reading East ANALYSIS Hedger joked about the weather, more than the area that, Again, Mr Redwood’s MP and he sits in a seat that was but added: “I meant the weather, but on paper, it seems to cover. boundaries changed in 1997, once Reading South. WHEN people talk of Wokingham, could be read both ways.” Maidenhead for Mrs May is prior to which he was focused on He represents parts of Reading they instantly think of the town also Charvil, Sonning, Wargrave, Wokingham borough. borough as well as Wokingham hall and its town centre. Twyford, Hurst, Remenham and Bracknell MP Dr Phillip Lee borough areas of Bulmershe and But Wokingham borough – the is in a seat that was created in even a part of Woodley – all in Whitegates, Loddon and South area that The Wokingham Paper 1997’s boundary changes – Wokingham borough. Lake. a bouncy castle, a baby corner, a treasure A CELEBRATION of that. a group due to venue capacity. If the weather is dry, covers – is more than Anddedicated to prior to that it had been East This means that she is MP to a And if all that wasn’t confusing hunt and a plant stall. If weather permits, new parents is celebrating its diamond then there will be more places available that’s why we’ve been covering Berkshire. very diverse area of the Thames enough, part of Henley belongs to there will be a sports day outside. jubilee this weekend. due to being able to use the village hall’s the election of the country’s new While most of his constituency Valley. Wokingham borough too. Displays will also be held from groups Members of the Wokingham NCT group grounds. Prime Minister. is in Bracknell Forest, he also Likewise, John Redwood, While the borough is divided up such as the MAD Academy, Buggyfit and willTheresa mark the The event runs from 2.30pm to 4.30pm Mayanniversary has been MPwith for a special the Wokingham MP serves represents parts of Wokingham in such a way, we will continue to Usborne books. Food will be provided by summer party in Barkham Village Hall on at the Church Lane venue in Barkham. Maidenhead since the seat was Burghfield, Mortimer and borough: Finchampstead North, cover all four MPs and the Emma’s Kitchen. Sunday. Places can be booked by emailing created in 1997. Sulhamstead, all in Newbury work they do within the Finchampstead South, and Tickets cost £2 per child are being sold Activities, suitable for all ages, include nctparties@hotmail.co.uk and a very different place to community. Like all the other local Wokingham Without.
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Theresa May becomes Prime Minister
Maggie’s Den? Not any more! By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk
JUST under three weeks after Britain voted to Brexit, the country has a new Prime Minister – and she lives and works in Wokingham borough. Theresa May, MP for Maidenhead, on Wednesday was driven to Buckingham Palace to meet with the Queen, where she was invited to form a Government. Accepting, Mrs May was then driven to 10 Downing Street where she immediately made a speech before posing for photos with her husband, Philip. In it, the new Prime Minister pledged to be a Unionist and champion social justice. She said that she would do “everything we can to give you more control over your lives” and vowed that “the government I lead will be driven not by the interests of the privileged few”. Mrs May was calm, confident and assured as she made the speech watched by her husband Philip. She started by praising her predecessor and vowed to follow in his footsteps. “I have just been to Buckingham Palace where Her Majesty asked me to form a Government and I accepted. “In David Cameron I follow in the footsteps of a great Prime Minister. David’s true legacy is about social justice. He lead a one-nation Government and it is in that spirit I intend to lead his one.” She reminded people that the full title of the Conservative party is The Conservative and Unionist Party, adding “that word Unionist is very important to me”. “It means we believe in the Union: the precious, precious bond between England, Scotland, Wales
Theresa May at Buckingham Palace, accepting the Queen’s offer to form a Government
and Northern Ireland. But it means something else that is just as important; it means we believe in a union not just between the nations of the United Kingdom but between all of our citizens, every one of us, whoever we are and wherever we’re from.” Mrs May wanted to give back to families, reaching out directly to those who are disadvantaged, are insecure in work and those who are “just managing”. “If you’re one of those families, if you’re just managing, I want to address you directly. The Government I lead will be driven not by the interests of the privileged few but by yours. “We will do everything we can to give you more control over your lives. When we take the big calls, we’ll think not
Authentic Malaysian food comes to Wokingham
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hat people love about Supper is the opportunity to have food cooked and delivered that simply isn’t available anywhere else.
Unique recipes inspired by cultures, upbringings and experiences, all wrapped up into a freshly made meal and delivered right to your door. Nowhere is this more evident than with one of Suppers chefs, The Malaysian Mak, who has been cooking on the delivery platform since March. After an upbringing in Malaysia where her mother provided her with the inspiration and love for cooking she has today, she moved to the UK to study and work. Being able to recreate the smells, flavours and textures of her upbringing and share these with her community here in Wokingham is therefore a real pleasure and brings back all those happy childhood memories.
Her signature dishes include a chicken and black bean stir-fry and a tender beef brisket stew but if you log on to the app you are likely to find her cooking up something different each day. Of course, The Malaysian Mak, like all Supper chefs must have their recipes nutritionally approved for calories, fat, salt and sugar, so you are safe in the knowledge that this delicious and authentic food isn’t going to leave you lying on the couch full of regret.
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The Malaysian Mak has the full repertoire of traditional recipes on her Supper menu and she cooks different dishes most evenings.
Malay food is not something many may have had before, but with handfuls of 5 star reviews since she has started cooking, it is certainly something the people of Wokingham have embraced and this fills her with joy and pride - “Nothing can beat the great enjoyment and satisfaction of receiving positive feedback for my dishes”. You can read all about The Malaysian Mak’s food on the Supper app and browse her complete menu.
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of the powerful, but you. When we pass new laws, we’ll listen not to the mighty but to you. When it comes to taxes, we’ll prioritise not the wealthy, but you. “When it comes to opportunity, we won’t entrench the advantages of the fortunate few. We will do everything we can to help anybody, whatever your background, to go as far as your talents will take you.” After her speech she went into Number 10 and started the process of forming her cabinet. As we went to press her reshuffle was still ongoing, but she had appointed David Davies as minister for Brexit. Reading East MP Rob Wilson was appointed as minister for Civil Society in September 2014 and is expected to remain in the cabinet.
Labour blasts May’s role in referendum as ‘inadequate’ NOT EVERYONE is welcoming our new Prime Minister. Woodley Labour councillor Andy Croy has hit out at her record and the way she engaged with the referendum debate, calling her ‘inadequate’. Speaking to The Wokingham Paper, Cllr Croy added that he felt she was the worst performing senior minister backing Remain, saying she should have been at the forefront of the campaign. He said: “As Home Secretary she should have been front and centre of the national debate but she hid. “It may be that her perpetual failure to deliver on Tory immigration promises made her shy or it may be she was always plotting her own course. “Either way, May has proved inadequate and will have her work cut out, inheriting a Tory induced Brexitshambles. “The Tory party inflicted the referendum on the country purely to satisfy the ultra-right within their own party and to fend off UKIP at the ballot box. The result is a disaster and one which May deserves her share of the blame for allowing to be Tory policy and for then failing to win.”
Here is a glimpse of some of the amazing Malaysian food available in Wokingham
Malaysian Fried Udon Noodles
"A really yummy meal, we are looking forward to ordering again" Steamed Chicken with Goji berries
"Really tasty. Love the chicken and mushrooms and the rice & bok choi were perfect." Nyonya Chicken and Potato Stew
"A beautiful chicken and potato stew. Everything worked really well together and was packed full of flavour"
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Award for station rebuild WORK TO revamp Wokingham’s railway station has been given a vote of confidence after scooping a top industry award. The £13 million redevelopment programme received the Urbanisation Award at the Institution of Civil Engineers’ (ICE) South East England Award Ceremony earlier this week, given to the best engineering intervention to address issues associated with urbanisation. The team received their award at a reception at the Grand Brighton Hotel hosted by former Top Gear presenter Tiff Needell. The Wokingham Rail Station and Link Road ReDevelopment took place between 2011 and 2015 and was a collaboration between Wokingham Borough Council, Network Rail and South West Trains to upgrade the rail interchange for the 21st Century. It included a new station building and associated platform works, a new footbridge with lifts and the changes to Station Approach. Suzanne Moroney, Director of ICE South East England,said: “With the South East of England under extreme pressure to build more homes, it is important to remember the need to have the best infrastructure. In the case of Wokingham’s Rail Station, the redevelopment will ensure residents have first class transport links, preparing the town for continued urbanisation.” The ICE South East England Engineering Awards celebrate the very best civil engineering in the region.
Farley Hill garden to open A GARDEN in Farley Hill will be opening for charity this weekend. Farley Hill Place Gardens, in Church Road, will be open as part of the National Gardens Scheme (NGS) on Sunday, and entry money will be donated to NGS beneficiary charities, which include Marie Curie, Macmillan Cancer Support, Hospice UK and Carers Trust. The 18th century cottage garden and 1.5-acre walled garden will be open to the public, who can browse the herbaceous borders, vegetable areas and the Victorian glasshouse. Light refreshments will be provided, and plants and produce will be on sale throughout the afternoon. The gardens are open between 2pm and 5pm, admission is £4.50, children are free.
Five stars for village shop A COMMUNITY store has received five stars for its service. The Village Shop at Beech Hill, run from the parish church of St Mary’s, is a community-run company offering everything you’d expect from a local store including locally sourced meat, vegetables and breads. It also has its own exclusive blend of tea. Now it has been awarded five out five from the environmental health inspector meaning that its ‘Scores on the doors’ is the highest it could receive.
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Families at Pinewood Leisure Centre for a treasure hunt
Legendary carnival week is no myth
Gill Forster, Tracy Perrett, Sally King and Carol Cain helped organise a flower festival at St John’s Church in Crowthorne
CROWTHORNE’S Carnival Week came to a close with a stunning floral display as well as other activities. On Saturday, a treasure hunt for families took place in Pinewood Leisure Centre, off Old Wokingham Road. Last weekend, St John The Baptist Church in Waterloo Road was the venue for a Myths and Legends themed flower show, with local groups and schools taking part. On Monday, the final day of the flower festival, more than 300 school children visited to see the displays. n More pictures online at www.wokinghampaper.co.uk
Public meeting to be held over plans for new Thames bridge By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk A PUBLIC meeting will take place tonight about plans to build a new bridge across the River Thames as part of a new park and ride complex for Wokingham borough. It comes ahead of a public exhibition detailing the scheme, which will be held on Tuesday. Reading Borough Council has announced it wants to create a new bus, pedestrian and cycle route from Thames Valley Park to Readng town centre. It would link up with Wokingham Borough Council’s scheme to install a new 277-space park and ride facility in the business park, linked to the A3290. Known as the East Reading Mass Rapid Transit (MRT), the route would run parallel to the Great Western mainline along Napier Road and link with a newly opened Napier Road underpass. The route would be extended near Tesco and on to the Kennetmouth,
where a new single lane bridge would be constructed next to the existing railway bridge – which was designed by Brunel – over the river. There is also an existing horseshoe pedestrian bridge which is a listed building. This would then link with the proposed 277 space Thames Valley Park and Ride site, and Thames Valley Business Park. A consultation exhibition will take place at the Waterside Centre in Thames Valley Park Drive, on Tuesday between 1pm and 7pm. Then, a display will be erected in the foyer of Reading Borough Council’s offices and people can complete an online survey. Reading Borough Council said that comments received during the consultation will be used to help inform development of the scheme proposals, prior to submission of a planning application towards the end of the year. Tony Page, Reading Borough Council’s Lead Member for Strategic Environment, Planning and Transport, said of the planned new bridge: “The west to east route between the town
centre and the borough boundary with Wokingham is one of the most heavily used in the Thames Valley region. People who regularly travel along the London Road and through Cemetery Junction will be more than familiar with the bottleneck. The proposals are for a more direct and much quicker public transport route to run parallel to the railway line, joining with Thames Valley Business Park and Wokingham’s new park and ride site, which is currently going through the planning process. “I would strongly emphasise that this is in no way a precursor to a new road which would eventually open to all forms of traffic. The design of the bridge means it narrows to a single lane as it passes over the river, so that it is sensitive to the local environment and so that it cannot be converted into a road link without a complete rebuild of the bridge.” However, his views are not shared by Reading East Green party candidate Rob White – who serves as a councillor to Park ward in Reading, where the
bridge will be sited. He said: “Green councillors are opposed to this £20 million waste of money which will tarmac over yet more green space in East Reading. In the medium term Cemetery Junction will still be just as polluted and congested, because car ownership is on the increase. But we will have lost precious green space. This is a wasted opportunity to tackle these problems.” He also slated Tuesday’s consultation. He said: “The council says it wants to hear from residents, but has organised the exhibition in the daytime and early evening, as far away from where people live as possible. Residents won't be able to access this event. The council has done this because they know many local people are opposed to the scheme which offers them nothing apart from tarmac instead of well used green space.” The public meeting takes place tonight at The Warehouse, in Cumberland Road, Reading. It starts at 7.30pm.
Coach stop moves to Mereoak park and ride
Reading Buses plans summer service to Legoland
A NATIONAL coach network has switched its local drop-off point to bring it within Wokingham borough. On Monday, National Express started using Mereoak Park and Ride, by Junction 11 of the M4, instead of its previous base by SavaCentre in Calcot. The company said that the switch means it can provide a better experience for its passengers who can catch coaches that go directly to a range of destinations including Bath, Bristol, Bradford, Cardiff, Swansea, Southsea, Ilfracombe, Penzance and Cork in Ireland, as well as Gatwick and Heathrow airports. Mereoak Park and Ride is a joint service opened by Reading and Wokingham Borough Councils last year. It offers connections to and from
FAMILIES heading to Legoland this summer will be delighted to learn that there’s a new ride. But it’s not at the popular theme park in Windsor. Reading Buses will next week launch a new route from Reading Station to the theme park. Wokingham borough residents can catch the service either from Cemetery Junction in east Reading or from Bracknell Bus Station. The 900a will leave Reading at 9am and depart from Legoland at 6.40pm. A sister service, the 900b, will go to Thorpe Park, again setting off at 9am but leaving the Surrey-based theme park at 6pm. The two buses will run from Saturday, July 23 until September. Martijn Gilbert, Reading Buses Chief
central Reading via the Greenwave buses, although the full connection service (including Sunday buses), won’t be available until September 5 when the next timetable change comes in. Add-on tickets will soon be available for coach passengers. National Express said that Calcot was a cramped coach stop for many years, and the arrival of IKEA coupled with the modern facilities at Mereoak was the reason for its new home. Steve Way, National Express Head of Network Planning, said: “We're really pleased to have moved to our new stop, which we hope will be ultraconvenient for passengers. We'd like to thank the Council for making the process as smooth as possible and look forward to welcoming passengers on board."
Executive Officer said: “We wanted to do something a bit different this summer and, with two fantastic attractions nearby, thought it would be a good idea to offer families a great day out. “This service gives customers access to such great attractions as ‘Stealth’ at Thorpe Park and the 4D cinema at Legoland .” Tickets will be sold on the buses. Fares from Reading to Legoland will be £10 adult, £7 child/Solo and £25 group of up to four people; and from Bracknell £8, £6 and £20 respectively. Fares to Thorpe Park from Reading will be £12 adult, £8 child/Solo and £30 group of up to four people; and from Bracknell £10, £7 and £25 respectively. Tickets do not include entry to the theme parks.
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Parish noticeboard Friday, July 15 Wokingham Borough Council Planning Committee Site Visits. To include: Sports Centre, Hyde End Lane, Ryeish Green; Former Ryeish Green School; Foxwood, Milton Road, Wokingham; Emmbrook Sports Ground. From 8am. Wokingham Borough Council Response to Guilford Local Plan Proposed Submission. 2pm. Wokingham Borough Council civic offices, Shute End RG40 1BN.
Saturday, July 16 Wokingham Town Council councillors surgery. 10am. Wokingham Town Hall. Market Place RG40 1AS.
Monday, July 18 Charvil Parish Council meeting. 8pm. Charvil Village Hall, Park Lane.
Tuesday, July 19 Winnersh Parish Council Planning Committee. 7.45pm. The John Grobbler Room, Winnersh Community Centre, New Road, Winnersh RG41 5DU. Wokingham Borough Council Emmbrook Sports and Social Club Premises, Licensing and Appeals Hearings Sub Committee. 2pm. Wokingham Borough Council civic offices, Shute End RG40 1BN.
Wednesday, July 20 Wokingham Borough Council Planning Committee. 7pm. Wokingham Borough Council civic offices, Shute End RG40 1BN.
Thursday, July 21 Shinfield Parish Council communication and policies committee meeting. 7.30pm. Shinfield Parish Hall Wokingham Borough Council Planning Committee. Sandbag Policy, Executive – Individual Member Decisions. 6.45pm. Council. 7pm. Wokingham Borough Council civic offices, Shute End RG40 1BN.
Monday, July 25 Shinfield Parish Council planning and highways meeting. 7.30pm. Shinfield Parish Hall, School Green.
To advertise email advertising@wokinghampaper.co.uk A MAN from Reading is due to appear in court charged with attempted theft and handling stolen goods. Patrick Michael James Judge, 53, of Newcastle Road, is charged with attempting to steal tools from a vehicle in Wokingham on November 19 last year. He is also charged with handling stolen tools belonging to another man in Wokingham on the same day. Mr Judge denies both charges. He is remanded on unconditional bail to appear at Reading Magistrates’ Court on July 21. A MAN from Lower Earley is due to appear in court charged with assault. Charlie Thomas Burgess, 19, of Fleetham Gardens, appeared at East Berkshire Magistrates’ Court on June 15 where he pleaded not guilty to two charges of assaulting a woman in Wokingham on June 6 and 10 this year. Mr Burgess was remanded on bail to appear at the same court on July 22. He is restricted from entering the village of Twyford, from contacting the alleged victim, and must report to Loddon Valley Police Station between 9am and 4pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. He must also live and sleep each night at his address in Fleetham Gardens. A MAN from Earley has been fined for possessing a Class B drug. Mohammed Hassan Shabir, 22, of Chiltern Crescent, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on June 15 where he admitted possessing a quantity of cannabis in Woodley on December 23 last year.
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Mr Shabir was fined £100, ordered to pay a surcharge of £20 and costs of £85. The cannabis was seized and destroyed. A 20-year-old man from Arborfield is due to appear in court charged with driving offences. Jack Scott Fisher, of Valon Road, is charged with driving while over the alcohol limit, and failing to stop when requested by a police constable. Both charges relate to an incident in Wokingham on February 2 this year. Mr Fisher denies the charges. He is remanded on unconditional bail to appear at Reading Magistrates’ Court on September 26. A TEENAGER from Earley has pleaded guilty to assault and criminal damage.
Top Junior School Celebrates Outstanding UK Maths Achievements Waverley Year 5 pupil Hannah beat Year 7 and 8 pupils in the National Junior Maths Challenge, while Luke achieved a gold award in a Junior Maths Challenge Paper
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achieved a Gold in the Junior Maths Challenge paper. Luke also took part in the Berkshire Prep Schools’ Maths challenge and won 2 out of the 4 rounds. Waverley’s Headmaster added: “I am delighted at the exceptional achievements of both Luke and Hannah. Yet again, Waverley has coached two of its students to outstanding success. “They have done Waverley School proud!”
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Zakki Ali, 18, of Ryhill Way, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on June 16 where he admitted beating a woman in Reading on April 19 this year. He also admitted damaging a mobile phone case to the value of £20 belonging to the same person on the same day. Mr Ali was ordered to carry out 80 hours of unpaid community work within the next 12 months; made subject to a restraining order not to contact the victim directly or indirectly within the next 12 months; ordered to pay compensation of £20; a surcharge of £85; and costs of £85. A MAN from Earley has been banned from driving for 16 months after pleading guilty to driving while over the alcohol limit.
THEWOKINGHAMPAPER Friday, July 15, 2016 Peter Cooper, 70, of Bradmore Way, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on June 17 where he admitted driving a car in Winnersh on April 7 this year while over the alcohol limit. Mr Cooper was banned from holding a licence for 16 months, fined £400, ordered to pay a surcharge of £40 and costs of £85. A MAN from Wokingham has been banned from driving for 22 months for admitting to driving while over the alcohol limit. Grigore-Liviu Fudulache, 40, of Nine Mile Ride, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on June 20 where he pleaded guilty to driving in Nine Mile Ride on April 12 this year, while over the alcohol limit. Mr Fudulache was banned from holding a licence for 22 months, fined £345, ordered to pay a surcharge of £35 and costs of £85. A further charge of driving without third party insurance received no separate penalty. A MAN from Wokingham has been jailed for five months after admitting a charge of assault. Jack William Godfrey, 20, of Jupiter Way, appeared at Reading Magistrates’ Court on June 20 where he admitted, along with two other people, assaulting a man occasioning actual bodily harm, in Wokingham on March 12 this year. Mr Godfrey also admitted breaching a 12-month conditional discharge order imposed on November 11 last year. He was sentenced to a total of five months in prison, ordered to pay compensation of £500, and a surcharge of £80.
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Taster day for young velo fans A CYCLING club is celebrating its fifth anniversary by organising special taster sessions for younger members. The Swallowfield Velo Club will hold the first session tomorrow morning, followed by a second event on Saturday, September 24. These are open to children aged six to 16 and run under the British Cycling Go-Ride scheme. There are 40 places available for each event and places cost £11.50. Tomorrow’s session runs from 9am to noon, with the September event from 1pm to 4pm. The club is hoping to launch a children’s chapter from October.
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St James’ church warden Bill Barnes is excited about plans to build a new parish room, complete with toilets, in the grounds of the 11th century church Picture: Gemma Davidson/ WP1607042
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A PARISH room in Ruscombe, eight years in the planning, has taken a big step forward this week. Plans for a £392,000 parish room, which would feature toilets, a kitchen and a function room, have been submitted to Ruscombe Parish Council after receiving backing from Historic England and other church authorities. The room, which would be sited alongside St James the Great Church in Southbury Lane, would be a great addition to the village, according to church warden Bill Barnes. Mr Barnes said: “Parts of the church date back to the 11th century, while the main body of the church was built A FUN dog show and hook-a-duck are just two during the reign of Charles I. It is a for a long time to attend a wedding or a of the attractions coming to Spencers Wood stunning church and we probably have funeral, usually the first thing they ask is this weekend. weddings here every weekend, which ‘Where are the toilets?’ St Michael’s and All Angels Church in isn’t surprising. Basingstoke Road is to be the venue for the “But the purpose of the parish room “Astonishingly the church has never goes further than that, once we started village’s annual summer fete on Saturday. had toilets. Clearly that situation cannot planning it we realised there was a greater Attractions will include traditional stalls and games, a photo booth, a barbecue and a silent continue for the sake of the congregation need within the village for a function auction. The church’s Caf’Active will serve and visitors to services such as weddings, room, somewhere the parish council refreshments. blueprint_advert_190x137mm_TKT5119_07B_PRINT_READY.pdf could hold where community baptisms and funerals. 1 meetings, 22/03/2016 18:14 The dog show starts at 2pm and the event “The local church-goers know the groups could meet and exercise classes runs from noon to 4pm. situation, but for those who are travelling could be held.
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“The room will benefit everyone, not just churchgoers but the wider community as a whole. I really think it will be a great addition, not only to the church, but to the whole village of Ruscombe.” Plans for the scheme have already been approved by Historic England, (formerly English Heritage) and by church authorities. In addition Ruscombe Parish Council has indicated that it will give its support to the proposal, which
will require planning permission from Wokingham Borough Council. Mr Barnes said: “As the building is Grade I listed we have had to design the plans meticulously. An original idea to have the hall attached to the side of the building was rejected because it would take away from the architectural importance of the church, so it was decided that we would site it a little distance away within the church yard. “A few of the very old grave stones will have to be moved in order to build, and the foundations will be reinforced so they won’t need to be dug too deep, but this appears to be the best place for it.” The new building will be funded entirely through donations, trusts and additional sources, and will not come out of the church funds. Mr Barnes said: “The next step in the project is planning approval but subject to that we intend to launch a fundraising campaign to gather enough money to fund the entire building and fitting out cost. We will not dip into general church funds for any of the money.” Donations to the project can be made to St Mary’s Church Office, Station Road, Twyford, RG10 9NT. Cheques should be made payable to Ruscombe and Twyford PCC with a note explaining that the donation is for the new parish room.
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A NEW forum for business leaders in the Wokingham area is planning its second meeting next week. Wokingham Positive Difference aims to bring business people together to meet, share and collaborate on matters of the day for the benefit of their own businesses and the wider community. Following a successful launch held in the Town Hall last month, Wokingham Positive Difference is holding its second meeting on Friday, July 22.
The keynote speaker is Ian Machray, Head of Employment Law at Field Seymour Parkes. He will be giving a presentation highlighting some of the latest developments in the world of employment law, including current thinking on the potential impact of Brexit on legislation. This is obviously an area which has the potential to significantly affect all businesses in the local area. In addition to the talk, the event is an opportunity to network with like-minded
business leaders and decision makers over a light breakfast as well as collaborate, do business and gain insights. The meeting starts at 7.30am and will be held at Bearwood Lakes Golf Club, Bearwood Road, Sindlesham RG41 4SJ. For more information or to register go to www.businessbiscotti.co.uk/wokinghamwbbg/wokingham-business-biscotti-gold-2. html Alternatively, call Therese Edkins on 0118 989 0223.
Mary Portas cash will help transform shopping centre By JOHN WAKEFIELD news@wokinghampaper.co.uk
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OKINGHAM house prices since the Millennium have risen by 148.84%, whilst average salaries in END Wokingham have only grown by 51.27% over the same timeframe. This has served to push home ownership further out of reach for many Wokingham people as they have to battle against raising considerable deposits and meet sterner lending criteria, as a result of new mortgage regulations introduced in 2014/5. The private rental market in Wokingham has grown throughout the last 20 years with buy-to-let investors purchasing a high proportion of newlybuilt properties that were designed for the owner-occupier markets. For example, in the Wokingham Constituency, roll the clock back 20 years; there were 33,040 properties in the Constituency, whilst the most recent set of figures show there are now 39,745 properties – a growth of 6,705 properties. Anecdotal evidence suggests that a large majority of those 6,705 were bought by Wokingham buy-to-let landlords, because over the same 20-year time frame, the number of rental properties has grown from 1,052 to 5,083 in the Constituency - a rise of 4,031 rental properties. Some say this historic growth of the Wokingham rental market might start to change with the new tax rules for landlords introduced by former Chancellor George Osborne over the last seven or eight months. Yet the numbers tell another story. Across the board, mortgage borrowing climbed to a nine-year zenith in March this year as the British property markets traditional Easter rush corresponded with landlords hurrying to beat George Osborne’s new stamp duty changes. Buy-to-let landlords borrowed £7.1bn in March 2016 (the latest set of figures released) which was 163% up on the
£2.7bn borrowed in the previous March. From my point of view, I can’t foresee the buy-to-let market in Wokingham getting worse and these are the reasons why: Firstly, what else are Wokingham landlords going to invest in if it isn’t property - the stock market? Since the Millennium, the stock market has risen by an unimpressive total of 5.54%, quite different to the 148.84% rise in Wokingham property prices? Secondly, it’s true the 3% stamp duty is the first of a number of tax changes to be phased in between 2017 and 2021, such as the restriction to offset mortgage interest. If as a result of the tax changes sizeable numbers of landlords did decide to sell their portfolios, this would lead to a substantial amount of second-hand properties for sale. Yet that might not be a bad thing, as I have mentioned in previous articles, there is a serious shortage of properties to buy in Wokingham; the stock of property for sale being at a six year all time low. Thirdly, if there are fewer rental properties in Wokingham, as supply drops and demand remains the same (although ask any letting agent in Wokingham and they will say demand is constantly rising) this will create a squeeze in the Wokingham rental market and as a result rents will rise. In fact, I predict even if landlords don’t sell up, Wokingham rents will rise as Wokingham landlords seek to compensate for increased costs, which means more landlords will be attracted back. n For more thought-provoking commentary on the Wokingham property market – please visit the Wokingham Property Blog - www. wokinghampropertyblog.co.uk Erica Townend is a director and co-owner of the Martin & Co estate agency in Wokingham and has been aligned closely to the world of property for almost 20 years. Opinions express in this column are her own.
WORK on a new look to Woodley’s shopping precinct will take place during the summer –including a revamp to the popular pagoda. Thanks to a £290,000 contribution, including cash from a scheme backed by shopping retail expert Mary Portas, the northern end of the centre is to receive the makeover. The plan is to create a more flexible space for traders, shoppers and community events. The area involved is the pavement area from the disabled parking bays northwards towards the Oakwood Centre. The council said that cluttered and dated street furniture will be removed and replaced with contemporary seating, litter bins and bike stands. Used by fundraising groups all year round, the current pagoda will be taken down and replaced with a more modern structure. The borough council said it will provide shelter, as well as create a performance area with the aim of opening up the area to create a community space for outdoor events such as concerts, al-fresco dining and pop-up exhibitions, and make it more family friendly with extra
The northern end of Woodley will be given a makeover, seeing outdated street furniture replaced. The centre has also received a new defibrillator, which has been installed on a lamppost. Pictures: Woodley Town Centre
seating that can be put out when needed. The work is due to be finished this autumn. Most of the funding for the project has come from developers’ contributions for the Woodley area, topped up with £30,000 from the Woodley Town Centre Management Initiative and £10,000 from the Mary Portas scheme. The makeover is not the only change coming to Woodley town centre. Hot on the heels of the
opening of Peacocks last month, discount book store The Works has opened a new branch today. As well as new books at reduced prices, it offers a range of stationery, art materials and DVDs.
It will complement Chapter One, which will welcome Ascot-based British Bake Off contestant Martha Collinson on Wednesday for a signing. Also improving the town centre is the addition of an emergency defibrillator. This has been placed by the clock tower right in the middle of the shopping centre. A similar unit was opened in Wokingham town centre’s Denmark Street yesterday. n For an exclusive interview with Miss Collinson turn to page 15.
Courier firm’s joy after winning a clutch of honours A LOCAL courier firm from Wokingham is looking to expand after scooping a number of accolades. Diamond Logistics Reading, which is based in Station Industrial Estate, has been honoured for Business Excellence, Innovation and Entrepreneurship – representing global recognition for this growing business. The franchise opened in October last year and has scooped Best Courier Franchise Award, for Innovation and Excellence and the Ruban d’Honneur. The
company said that this is the National and European acknowledgement of its successful business model and our ability to deliver excellence to our clients. Diamond Logistics Reading provides same day deliveries locally and nationally, overnight and international parcel services – plus storage and fulfilment- one of the biggest growth areas in the UK. It is one of the UKs fastest growing logistics company with more than 25 sites nationwide. Operations Director Julian Robinson
said: “I have big plans for the future and looking to expand on the logistics services I provide. These awards help to showcase the growth of the Diamond business and what we are seeking to offer local business in the Wokingham area.” Now he is planning to expand the company’s reach. He said: “It’s all about helping other businesses ship goods locally, domestically and internationally using a range of different carriers. We are proud to belong to such a real network.”
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By PHIL CREIGHTON news@wokinghampaper.co.uk FILM FANS have said you’re the one we don’t want after a £33 cinema ticket went on sale this week. Wokingham Borough Council has announced plans for a special outdoor screening of popular film Grease early next month and are hoping to attract more than 400 cinemagoers for the event which will include a live band and an American style diner. But with tickets costing up to £32.75, plus Dinton’s standard car parking charges on top of it, there’s little summer loving for the plans to screen the 38-year-old film – especially as the film is also being screened at Wellington College but for a cheaper £13.85. Organisers admit that the showing, on Friday, August 5, is a trial designed to help pay for the maintenance of the Hurst park. If it’s popular, it will lead to more events. Unlike the Wellington College screening, Dinton will provide entertainment before the film starts, courtesy of four-piece vintage band The Milkshakers. A council spokesperson explained: “The event at Dinton is a full evening of entertainment for the family themed around the 1950s as opposed to just a cinema showing. We will have live music from a four piece vintage band, and dancing on the
chequered dance floor before the screening of the film. “Catering and other facilities will be open during the evening. “Rather than relying on sponsorship and donations The Countryside Service are running this event on a ticket sale basis and paying for the upfront costs to ensure customers receive a high quality and enjoyable evening out in return. Any additional profit will be put back into the activities and facilities at Dinton to ensure we continue to maintain the facilities to the high standards that they already are and invest in improvements for the residents of the Borough to enjoy.” However, with ticket prices costing up to £32.75 for a premium ticket, which includes deckchair hire, popcorn or a hot dog, or £25 for standard prices – and car parking fees to pay on top – not everyone is happy with the charging plans. One person, who did not wish to be named, said: “I’ve seen Grease lots of times, but I didn’t think £33 is right.” Another woman said that part of the
experience of going to the cinema is to have “a comfortable seat indoors - it’s part of what you come for.” She added: “I certainly wouldn’t pay much more than a tenner.” A man, who also didn’t wish to be named, said: “It’s definitely not worth £33. I don’t get it. You don’t get the full cinematic experience [with outdoor cinema]. Other people do it for free in other parts of Berkshire.” This is not the only showing of Grease in the region over the coming weeks. Cult Screens will be at Wellington College for three nights in August. The Martian is shown on Thursday, August 11, Labyrinth is on Friday, August 12 and Grease will be seen on Saturday, August 13. Ticket prices cost from £13.85-£17.60 including a booking fee and seating options are deckchairs, cushions or beanbags. Wokingham Open Air cinema will be returning over the weekend of Friday, August 19 to Sunday, August, showing The Italian Job, Wall-E and The Princess Bride. Entry is free, although donations are welcomed.
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Art Society prepares for its annual summer showcase A FORTNIGHT of art is about to come to Wokingham, courtesy of the town’s local arts group. More than 100 paintings will go on display in St Paul’s Parish Rooms from Saturday, July 23 until Saturday, August 6. Each will have been created by members and there are prizes awarded to works judged to be outstanding. In addition to the paintings, there will also be displays of ceramics, glass, jewellery and greetings cards. Many paintings are for sale and an unsuual feature of the exhibition is that as a painting is sold, it is removed from the wall with another taking its place. This means that the displays can change on a daily basis.
Refreshements will be served and a children’s activity tables will be available, allowing parents to explore the paintings in peace. The show opens with a special preview evening on Friday, July 22, during which John Redwood MP will formally open the show. It will also be attended by town mayor Cllr Gwynneth Hewetson and the High Steward of Wokingham, John Nike. Then, the exhibition is opened to the public from 10am to 5.30pm , with a late-night opening of 8pm on the two Thursdays. Entry is free and there is free car parking available. n For more details, log on to www. wokinghamartsociety.org.uk
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Come and picnic with neighbours AN OPPORTUNITY to meet your neighbours is coming to Earley later this month. A summer picnic event will be held in Sol Joel Park and is being organised by Community In Conversation. It takes place from noon to 3pm on Sunday, July 24 and is a follow-up to a gathering organised by the group earlier in the year. For more details, log on to www. facebook.com/ReadingCIC
Enjoy a midsummer music afternoon TWENTY musicians will be performing a mix of music in Wargrave tomorrow. The grounds of Wargrave Court will become the venue for a big village day out. People are invited to bring a picnic and explore the grounds of one of the oldest houses in the village. Entry costs £5 and the event runs from noon until 5pm. Children get in free. Tea and home made cakes will be available and the event is being held in aid of British Red Cross.
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Explore the mosque WOKINGHAM’S Interfaith Group are hosting a visit to an Earley mosque this Sunday. Understanding Islam: Faith and Harmony will see Imam Yahya Mohammed and the Revd Canon David Hodgson speak at the Aisha Masjid & Islamic Centre in London Road, Earley. The event starts at 4pm and refreshments will be served. For more details, call organisers on 07877 670765.
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THE long wait is over, IKEA has finally opened in Reading. The doors of the Swedish home furnishing store opened for the very first time yesterday morning (Thursday) as hundreds of excited shoppers queued to be among the first to get in. Jugglers entertained the crowds, and bottles of water and sweets were handed out to the crowds waiting outside the Calcot store. The 32,000 square metre store, which has employed more than 370 people from across the Thames Valley region, is the latest addition to 18 existing UK stores, and the first opening in seven years for the company. Featuring 52 room sets, the store has a number of features which are exclusive to Reading, including a ‘style island’ where customers can create a mood-board to design their latest project. The staff, or co-workers as they are known, cheered and clapped as the first customers made their way through the doors, and store manager Johanna Heuren planted a tree, assisted by local dignitaries. Ms Heuren said: “This tree symbolises
what we hope to achieve here in Reading, as we hope to grow into something strong which is of benefit to the whole of the Thames Valley. “We are thrilled to finally open our new IKEA Reading store and we are very excited to be providing people from the Thames Valley relevant home furnishing solutions. We are also proud to be joining this wonderful community and our co-workers look forward to welcoming as many people as possible throughout the summer.” A family from Wokingham were among the first in line on Thursday morning. Suzanne Harwood, her mother Sylvia Harwood, and children Spencer and Mia, queued up from around 8am. Suzanne said: “I booked the day off work two months ago so I could be here today, it’s very exciting. I used to go to the stores in Southampton and Wembley so this will be really handy.” Sylvia, who lives in Three Mile Cross, said she already had a shopping list ready: “I want some plates, I’ve already got some but I wanted to get some more from the set, and I want a shoe cupboard.” IKEA Reading is open Monday to Saturday 10am to 9pm, and 11am to 5pm on Sunday.
ONE of the 370 new co-workers who have begun working at IKEA in Reading is a teenager from Swallowfield. India Lewis, who attends Farnborough College, is part of the restaurant team at the new store, and her duties include serving customers, clearing away plates and keeping the restaurant clean and tidy. India said: “This is my first proper job, I’m working 16-hours a week as I’m still at college but it’s really exciting. I’m really excited to see customers in here, I’ve been here for a while now getting used to the store and meeting my colleagues, so we are all really looking forward to seeing people coming in and using everything.” India, whose favourite dish on the menu is the Daim Bar Cheesecake, said she enjoys working at IKEA because the store is easy to get to and offers her lots of opportunities. She said: “It’s nerve-wracking, opening the doors for the first time, but it’s such a lovely place I just want to share it with everyone!”
Family camp out to be first in A MOTHER and daughter from Wokingham claimed their place at the front of the queue at the new IKEA store in Reading – by pitching a tent. Katie and Ella Cook, who moved to Southampton from Wokingham 15 years ago, decided they wanted to be among the first customers through the doors when the store officially opened at 9.30am on Thursday. So much so, they drove 50 miles from Southampton, which already has an IKEA, to set up camp outside the Calcot store’s
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A HOUSEHOLDER from Woodley was subjected to a distraction burglary earlier this week. During the afternoon on Tuesday, a man knocked on the door of a property in Wheble Drive, asking the resident if they needed any work done in their back garden. The resident took the man, who is described as having an Eastern European accent, through to the back garden, but when they returned into the house they saw two men running down the stairs before heading out of the front door. The two men are described as of Asian and Eastern European appearance. The first man initially acted surprised and urged the householder not to follow the men, before running outside himself. The resident then saw a car drive away. Anyone with any information relating to this incident should call 101. If you ever suspect a crime is taking place, always call 999.
Jewellery and cash stolen JEWELLERY and cash have been stolen from two properties in Earley. Between 2.30pm and 4.10pm on Monday, someone forced the patio door of a property in Rosedale Crescent. The offender then searched inside the house before stealing Asian gold jewellery and cash. Around the same time on Tuesday, a wooden door at a property in Redhatch Drive was forced open and the house was searched. Cash was stolen during this incident. If you have any information, contact Thames Valley Police on 101.
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A FAMILY fun day was a grand occasion for a charity that works with young people. JAC (Just Around The Corner) provides a range of services to young people including equine assisted learning. Visitors to its Rehoboth centre in Forest Road, Wokingham, were able to meet the horses, enjoy pony rides and
Tools taken from parked van TOOLS have been stolen from a van parked in Wokingham. During the daytime on Monday someone broke into a white Citroen Berlingo parked in Warren House Road and stole tools from inside. This is the latest in a string of vehicle crimes reported around Wokingham over the last fortnight, predominantly occurring overnight. Number plates have been stolen from cars, and four wheels were taken from a minibus. Thames Valley Police (TVP) will be launching a week of action in and around Wokingham from August 1. More details will follow closer to the time. If you have any information relating to any of these incidents, you should call the TVP enquiry centre via 101.
pet the site’s donkeys and goats. A range of craft stalls, including decorated horse shoes and tiles, were popular, as was the cake stand. Hundreds turned up on Saturday for the event and helped raise £1,000 for the charity’s work. Mireille Haviland, resources manager for JAC, said that the money raised will make a real difference to
its work. She said: “We’ll use it to help us to provide more services for young people – we are hoping to develop some of the outside educational aspects of our work by getting summer houses and yurts as we are expanding and struggling for space. “We want to develop the education provision on site.”
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1,100 turned away after permit change at recycling centres By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk MORE than 1,100 people were turned away from the two local recycling facilities within the first week of the new permit system coming into force. Re3 recycling centres in Reading and Bracknell have seen a reduction in the number of visitors from outside of the area following the introduction of the permits. From July 1, only people living in the Wokingham, Reading and Ref. no. Bracknell Forest areas can use the two sites, following the withdrawal of West Berkshire Council from a local deal. Around 1,172 vehicles were refused entry to the sites within
the first seven days of the permit scheme. Some 10,847 visits were recorded in the first seven days of the visitor access change at the Reading recycling centre, of which 900 vehicles were turned away. For the same number of days during the previous week, 11,584 visitors were registered at the Reading site. Compared to the 9,947 allowed on site this week, this is a decrease of 14%. Reading recycling centre visit numbers are also down 778 on the same period last year. Fewer West Berkshire residents will have made the longer trip to use the Bracknell recycling centre,
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but in the first seven days of the change implementation, 272 vehicles were refused entry out of 12,343 visits. Wokingham Borough Council’s Executive Member for Environment Cllr Angus Ross said: “The re3 team has been working incredibly hard to bring in this critical change at very short notice. “Once these and the September changes – small charges for non-household waste and the new commercial vehicle permit scheme – have had a chance to embed, we may be able to review the situation and investigate a charging system for non-re3 area residents that would allow them to use our facilities. “In the meantime, we’d like to thank our visitors for their patience and support. Webcams have been installed at both sites to allow visitors to gauge how busy the sites are before they travel. n For more information visit www. fccenvironment.co.uk.
A CELEBRATION of life in the Caribbean will take place in Woodley later this month. The family friendly event is organised by the Barbados and Friends Association of Reading and will be held at Coronation Hall on Saturday, July 23. Guests will be able to experience traditional food courtesy of Oistins’ Style Fish Fry. The event starts at 2pm and continues until 11pm. Entry, which includes food, costs £8, £5 for children. Entry without food is £3 or £1 for children. For more details, call 07748 328642.
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Now make the Den your own Mrs May NO ONE could have predicted the events of the past few weeks. It has been one of the busiest times for journalists since Margaret Thatcher resigned in 1990. Day in, day out, what was thought to be a certainty has changed. Last week, as we went into the weekend, we were expecting a summerlong leadership campaign for both Labour and Conservative parties. On Monday morning, that was what Theresa May expected too, as she set out her stall with a speech in Birmingham. By lunchtime, things had changed again as her rival Angela Leadsom stepped down. It overshadowed the launch of Andrea Eagle’s bid to oust Jeremy Corbyn. By teatime, Mrs May had been annointed leader of the Conservatives and was preparing to measure up the curtains of Number 10. Come Wednesday evening and Mrs May had returned from meeting with the Queen and began forming her own Government. She has already set out her stall – Brexit aside, she has made it clear that she wishes to govern for all, not the few. It’s an ambitious stall, not least that over the past few years austerity and cuts have seen a chill take over the country, with services we take for granted squeezed, chopped and nixed. During the 1980s, Downing Street was known as Maggie’s Den. Now it’s time for a new leader to take Britain into a new age. Mrs May, we admire you as a constituency MP, now you must govern the nation. Do it wisely, do it well, but make the den your own.
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Healing the referendum rift
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FTER last month’s EU referendum vote lots of emotions were unleashed. Since a majority of Wokingham Borough residents voted Remain many people in our area have been deeply upset by the result. Also many who voted Leave, or perhaps didn’t vote at all, have been emotionally affected by the responses of their neighbours who disagreed with them. There have been family arguments and rifts in friendships. With the result of the referendum the political suddenly became very personal. Churches Together in Wokingham responded by setting up a special event. Church members from different churches in Wokingham, and from across the Leave/Remain divide, came together the week after the vote. We came to share our thoughts and feelings with one another in a spirit of respect for others. We wanted to hear and try to understand different views. We listened to each other and we prayed together. We prayed for the healing of division, for all those feeling affected by the vote, for those who might suffer insult or abuse, and for our political leaders. Through our meeting and through praying and listening we wanted to claim the unity we have, in faith and in the love of God, which is deeper than political differences. We wanted to share the hope we have in Christ which is a more enduring and reliable hope for life than any politician can offer. The Revd Canon David Hodgson is the rector of Wokingham All Saints Chuch; written on behalf of Churches Together in Wokingham
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A letter from the Queen to Wokingham The Queen wishes me to thank you for your letter with which you sent copies of your newspaper covering the celebrations held in Wokingham on the occasion of Her Majesty’s 90th birthday. The Queen was very touched you have sent these for her to see. Her Majesty greatly appreciated your kind message and I am to thank you very much for your thoughtfulness in writing to The Queen at this time. The Queen’s Lady-in-waiting
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I write as Chief Constable of Thames Valley Police. Over the last few years we have achieved many successes; crime levels remain low, with public confidence and victim satisfaction remaining high. We have also received formal recognition from Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary, which we are extremely proud of. However, the policing landscape continues to change with the emergence of new and complex crimes such as cyber crime and modern slavery, the growth of others, including sexual offences, and the ongoing financial uncertainty facing the police service. With this change comes challenge and opportunity. We will build on our previous success and deliver an effective and efficient core service which meets the needs of you, the public we serve. To do this we need to continue to transform and innovate so that we can meet policing needs now and in the future. First and foremost we are a responsive emergency service that keeps people safe and brings offenders to justice. Where there is an immediate need, we will of course provide an emergency response; however we need to work with our partners to ensure that you receive the right service; this may not always be a police response. We need to work together to build stronger more resilient communities. Many of you actively participate in your communities, problem solving to prevent and reduce crime and disorder. We are one community and I encourage residents, business and our partners to play their part in local problem solving and protecting themselves and others from becoming victims of crime. We need to be a modern police force which meets the needs of our communities. We will maintain our presence within them, focusing on areas of greatest need. You will be able to contact us whenever and however is convenient to you, receiving a more
The Queen was touched by the way in which we celebrated her 90th birthday tailored service that includes greater use of digital channels. My officers, staff and volunteers take pride in delivering the highest professional standard in their service to you. We will be honest about what we, the police, can deliver and we will be accountable to you. If our service falls short, be reassured that we will take action. We need to continue to be smart with our finite resources and over the coming years there will inevitably be difficult decisions to make; I will ensure that when we have to make them, we explain why. As your Chief Constable I make a commitment to you that my officers, staff and volunteers will continue to work tirelessly, along with our partners and you the public, to make the Thames Valley an even safer place to live and work. Francis Habgood QPM Chief Constable, Thames Valley Police
How to make sense of Brexit To help people understand Brexit I have written a simple explanation (actually wrote this for foreign chaps who kept asking me what it was all about) The Brexiter politicians who all wanted the UK to leave the European Community (EC) have now all left the fight to actually trigger the clause that starts the process of divorce (Article 50) – nobody thought they would win and now nobody wants to take the poisoned chalice. Boris Johnson was knifed in the back after knifing David Cameron in the back, by Michael Gove,
who was knifed in the back by Andrea Leadson – who has just quit in her race to be the new leader of the Conservative Party. These people are all Brexiteers and good friends. The Remainder politicians who wanted to stay within the EC (see above) have all remained in power – including Theresa May who is now leader of the Conservative Party following the resignation of David Cameron who called the referendum, not believing it would go the way it did and so resigned. Jeremy Corbyn (Leader of the Opposition party) who did not oppose the leaving of Europe – but wished he did – is now in an leadership battle of his own party. BTW - Theresa May will now also become Prime Minister as she is now the leader of the Conservative Party, the party with the most seats (votes) in the House of Parliament. Still with me? So, UKIP (United Kingdom Independence Party) whose sole aim was to get the UK out of the EC also lost their leader, Nigel Farage, as he believed he had done his job and resigned as leader. However, he is a member of the European Parliament – the very parliament he wants to leave, and is still claiming his salary and expense package. This is known as having your cake, not sharing it and continually gorging yourself on it. They wanted another person to lead the Conservative Party (note, not the same party they are in) and are howling like wolves over the establishment “stitch-up” and discovering conspiracies in the darkest of shadows. They do not trust Theresa May. Meanwhile, the Liberal Democrats (Libdems) are another party whose glory days are well behind them. Following a disastrous coalition with the Conservative Party in the previous government they were pretty much wiped out in the last election. But they could be on a comeback as they appear to be the only party that pushed to remain and still thinks that way – there are stories of disenchanted Labour and Conservative MPs switching to LibDems and thousands of new members joining every week. The Libdems have called for an emergency General Election, which ain’t gonna happen this side of hell freezing over. BTW, so have the Labour Party, who have just called a leadership election as most of their MPs hate their leader Jeremy Corbyn. And then there are Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland all looking to devolve from the UK so that they can stay in the EC. So Great Britain could become England, which is what most of you thought it was anyway. Clive Hollingshead, via email
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LL too often we ask ourselves “where has the time gone?” and now happens to be one of those times as we celebrate the 18th birthday of our eldest. Crikey. I’m not sure I’m old enough to have an 18 year old and I can tell you there’s been some hayfever. My thoughts this week in the lead up to the celebrations have been of 1998 and the arrival of a tiny little bundle with a shock of black hair, with a brand new pram and new parent nerves. Lots of our friends are also celebrating the 18th of their first born and they should all be proud of themselves for landing them safely on the shores of adulthood. No one said it would be easy.
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A PHOTOGRAPHY competition celebrating all that is great about Wokingham has been launched. The ‘Love Wokingham’ competition is calling on photographers of all ages and abilities to snap their favourite park, building, event or whatever they love about Wokingham, with the winner and two runners-up scooping a cash prize and a framed copy of their photo.
The competition features two categories - under 18s and 18+ - and is open to amateur and professional photographers. Entry is free, and entrants can submit up to five images which have a quality of at least 300dpi and do not exceed 5MB in size. Three prizes will be awarded per category, first prize is £100, second prize is £50 and third prize is £25.
Winners will receive a framed copy of their photograph and will have their picture taken with the Mayor. To enter email your name, category, postal or email address and phone number, and title and location of images, along with your submissions, to photos@ lovewokingham.co.uk. Entry closes on September 17. n For more visit www.morearts.org.uk.
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ETTING to the men’s final at Wimbledon’s centre court is costly. For players, it takes years of unrelenting effort and focus. For spectators, tickets can be as much as a small car. For one member of the audience, the cost was rather steeper. His job. Being jeered by the well heeled is embarrassing. If you’re Prime Minister it’s curtains, and the strain showed. Booed on Sunday, out on Wednesday. As the number of candidates in the race for leader of the Conservative party was by then down to one, Mr Cameron’s announcement meant that Britain’s new prime minister would be going into office with under 200 votes and less than 48 hours notice. But if the Tory old guard, the grandees, the 1922 committee, media barons or guvvies think that they’ve won the battle, there’s news. Their artifice might not have been as well hidden as they’d have liked. At top level these days, a week isn’t just a long time in politics it’s a lifetime, as Andrea Leadsom discovered. A contender on Friday, one interview with The Times later, her campaign was in tatters. All weekend she bleated and tweeted. From the previous week, while print media was delivering more accurate and fuller coverage of events than TV or radio, nevertheless the reporting of the EU Parliament’s Brexit debate
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was so selectively myopic that it trivialised the discussion, the news, the reporters and their outfits. Journalists should be setting standards for politicians, not lowering them. Meanwhile “The Thunderer” was being attacked by “The Twitterer”. Under pressure, The Times provided a partial transcript of the interview. Indicative but inconclusive evidence that they hadn’t misreported or distorted the Leadsom message. By lunchtime Monday she’d gone. Before Leadsom, Michael Gove had been eliminated by the second round of the Tories’ show trial. Stephen Crabb withdrew just before his Christian, family image was punctured by allegations of sexting (sending sexual messages by a mobile phone). Tail gunner Liam Fox had been eliminated in the first round. Prior to that, but only after 11 minutes of blether, “that person cannot be me” had withdrawn, perhaps to resurface later. On the opposition benches, their traditional voters having ignored them, Labour MPs knew they were in trouble. In an avalanche of selfpreservation, they blamed their leader rather than themselves for being so out of touch with the grassroots. Even the announcement of a leadership battle was eclipsed by the shuffling of the mummies. Further along the opposition benches, Liberal Democrats were being ignored. They’d been cut to just eight MPs after Nick
I’ve been back to the tip this week, ladened up with stuff and nonsense that we have been meaning to do something with. The shed wasn’t as bad as Steptoe’s Yard but there were lots of things. The garden is now cleared and I’ve had a brilliant team helping me, Fiona from Frilly Pickers took me to the garden centre, Mum came to dig and plant, Calm Colin has been a whizz with his chain saw and fencing, Handy Al has made L shaped seating, a bar and a huge sofa out of pallets, Milo & Ben have been digging and shifting gravel and I’ve been casually trotting behind everyone with a paint brush – so now the garden is transformed and we can enjoy it.
and Dave’s very public political divorce last year. The sole UKIP MP seemed completely unmoved by the resignation of his party leader. Again. Leaving only the Scottish National Party united in their opposition. You’d be forgiven for thinking that only the recent political leaders were responsible for the surreal events after the curtain came down on the Dave v Boris show three weeks ago. The cloud of confusion continued as the Chilcot report on the Iraq war came out to haunt the Right Honourable Anthony Blair. For Blair is an honourable man, So are they all; all honourable men. The International Criminal Court in the Hague have ruled out prosecuting Mr Blair for war crimes on the basis that the decision is outside their remit. However they may yet prosecute British soldiers, who’ll get no comfort from Mr Blair’s protestations that he “will be with you all the way”. In case you missed it, former president of the Republic of Serbia, Radovan Karadzic, was sentenced in The Hague back in March this year to 40 years imprisonment for war crimes in the Bosnian War in the 90s. Meanwhile, if the news from the other 27 member states is what I think it is, Theresa May stands a reasonable chance of ensuring that surreal times do not turn into interesting ones. And BrexIn? Will mean BrexIn.
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Gardening is very therapeutic, we might have giggled when Prince Charles said he talks to his plants but I’m with him. Everything that has been planted this week has become my baby and I am going to enjoy watching them grow and blossom, with tender loving care and lots of love. Much like my own children. I met a charming couple out on a walk last weekend, they were both in their 80s although I had to disagree as they were so spritely. He said that he still gardens and can’t throw anything away, as is the won’t of that generation. My granny was a hoarder and when she died we learnt a lot about her as she didn’t chuck anything away.
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I must also say a big thank you to my nephew who works at The Leather Surgeons in Wargrave, who cut some foam for my new seating. Armed with a glue gun and material from IKEA I will be covering them in readiness for a family invasion at the weekend.
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Wokingham people Olympic dream come true for Emma Emma Casswell with her Olympic coach Professor Greg Whyte. He’s been helping her prepare for the Great Newham London Run on Sunday
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EAR Mr Redwood It appears that before the vote our trade deficit was increasing due to a weak euro. Since Brexit has strategically weakened the pound may I suggest that the whole population gathers around you and your fellow Brexiters to take advantage of this golden exporting opportunity? For example, I know of one Wokingham academic who in retirement recognised that his knowledge and knowhow in a technology field were still world class. He is now working part-time advising overseas companies and providing workshops in Asia, US and elsewhere. I know of an operational researcher who set up a company and primarily exports expertise to Australia and a market researcher who set up a company and found interest in the US. Here are just three examples of micro export marketing. I’m looking to export my world class expertise in grumpiness. What is your expertise? You might think your knowledge or skill is inadequate but quite often it’s not about being the best that wins business but just having a go and finding yourself in the right place at the right time. Woody Allen famously said that “80% of success is turning up”. Do you remember Mr Tebitt telling us to get on our bikes? Well I did but I ended up in Reading. At least you made it to upmarket Wokingham borough. If every one of us who buys an imported product were to export something however little, who knows, we might turn Britain into a net exporter.
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Imagine selling your unwanted bric-a-brac on eBay to the US and China as sought after Victorian, Edwardian, or genuine post-war utility antiques. I seem to remember the UK exported used tin cans to Spain and it came back as steel. What could you do with some old tin cans? Maybe someone can set up a portal for the micro export industry. A golden opportunity for a logistics expert. Now just in case you feel too tired to do all this there may be a simple remedy. My contribution to the UK’s micro export drive is to suggest we take more vitamin D. I am not a medical expert so speak to your doctor first. There is a lot of ill health in this country due to lack of sunshine which creates Vitamin D. City workers have long term health problems due to its deficiency and this must contribute to a poorer Gross Domestic Product (GDP). According to the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SCAN) we all need to be supplementing our low levels of vitamin D. We also need to be more active according to a 12-year study by Cambridge University. Just a 20 minute daily walk is apparently enough but more is better. Time to expend energy on your exporting idea. This is a call to the legions of Britain’s retired to get back in the driving seat and propel the country into a more prosperous tomorrow. May I suggest Mr Redwood there is a Westminster post waiting for you as Minister for micro exporting. What can you export?
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Despite suffering from a chronic back condition, a Woodley woman has been training for a 10k on Sunday, with a bit of help from a medal winning Olympian. GEMMA DAVIDSON explains
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WOMAN from Woodley who has suffered with a chronic back condition has won the chance to train with a former Olympian. Emma Casswell, 39, was diagnosed with disc degeneration in her back and Trochanteric Bursitis in her hip, making movement very painful. But after spending two years laying low, Emma decided she need to kickstart her fitness by entering a competition run by health food brand 9BAR. The competition called for people who had been
out of fitness for some time who wanted to shake off their slump and join #Team9BAR taking part in the Great Newham London Run this weekend. Selected from hundreds of applicants, Emma was one of the lucky few chosen to form the team, which only consists of nine people. The team have been provided with expert training by Professor Greg Whyte OBE, who has won European bronze and World Championship silver medals, and competed in two Olympic Games, representing Great Britain in the Modern Pentathlon. As well as specialising in Applied Sport and Exercise Science at Liverpool John Moores University, he has also been involved with Comic Relief, supporting comedian Jo Brand through her 135-mile Hell of a Walk, and treading freezing water with David Walliams during his swim across the English Channel. Emma will now join Greg and the rest of #Team9BAR during the 10km event on Sunday at the
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world-famous Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. She said: “I have completed a few runs in the past but always found them very difficult as I am overweight and my fitness levels are nowhere near where they should be. “Since being injured, it’s hard to be motivated, so I’m really looking forward to this challenge and training with Greg Whyte. I feel really privileged to be selected as a part of #Team9BAR, especially knowing only nine of us were lucky enough to get a place!” Greg said “When we received Emma’s entry explaining why she wanted to be considered for the team, we were struck by her honesty and humility. “A lot of people do feel like they lose their ‘fitness mojo’ when they start exercising after an injury like hers but a huge part of success is in the mind. “Hopefully anyone who feels this way will see her succeed, be inspired to give it a go and refuse to give up.”
With Helena Badger few hours to spare each week to support these children to get involved. No previous experience is required. Their next training course is taking place on Wednesday 27th and Thursday 28th July, so if you are interested in becoming a Support Volunteer for the Me2 Club please contact us straight away! n The Sue Ryder shop in Wokingham raises funds for Duchess of Kent Hospice in Reading. They need volunteers to help in the shop with cash handling, customer service and sorting the donations. Various shifts are available daytimes
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to local community responder. The scheme aims to provide 24 hour local cover, subject to enough volunteers being available. Whether you can give one evening per month or one day per week, this could be the volunteer role for you. These are just three of the roles we are recruiting for, but we have more than 100 different roles on our books. To find out about these or any other roles, call us on 0118 977 0749, email wok-vol@btconnect.com or visit www.volunteercentrewokingham. org.uk
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When major influence on the introduction of the ranked as one of the country’s leading the offensive finally came to a halt on 18 November high tech businesses which now surround communities. 1916, the Battle of the Somme had claimed a million TO REW HD Wokingham, it is the A329M WIT which Education, religion, industry, transport, casualties; 430,000 from Commonwealth countries. OND POSITION SEC To mark the centenary of the Battle of the in 1975 cut off the Forest Road and its social structures, national© IWM politics and IN NIGHT. To help explain what happened at ay, yesterd uarters Somme, The Royal British Legion is erman Main Headq natural connections between Emmbrook local government are all important reported as says the Wireless Press, The Somme, the Royal British Legion follows: calling on communities across the English French the of ation and the villages of Hurst and Binfield. 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Zurich, Saturday. the LilleDuke articles focused on the industrialised kids who are ary were Even the oft onWellington took to here west of of the centen the night of June 28the search for those and continue to support years Prior totionthe Great War, be 100 Wokingham from Munich received the d After a heavy bombardmen On 01 July, 2016 it will Battle of the The latest dispatches which troops in the neighbourhoo ations Such events were a common sight in our by prepar ve made the extensi of raids the and , ing of enemy warfare. ve in 29 three since the beginn a number of the bat- state that, in view for Saye, Russian offensi ted now entering into their summer holidays. the Royal Forest largest accoun the violent e living in Stratfield which today is of a , one Messin these of the was r making the war graves commission looking after those . of s are Somme. This was surrounded by manor houses and by the Russian ed to commence shortly the King’s Shropshire Light Infantr y, after anothea batch of fought expect War is World region First vitchi the town and this short and bloody battle tles of the brought back t Germany. It the Barano tions into the enemy’s line,l Correspondent. sacrifice, andbetter that ofway communities expedi halfway30 Looking at today’s community, it“Their is What to use this month’s British and the French agains Central News. only minutes away from Wokingham’s Specia front, about thatWhigs were and lost the during thealso conflict including a large of the River Somme both banks a dozen prisoners – P.A. members ofonthe landed gentry vitchi is on Hindenburg’s Baranowho took place bered as one of the between the Tories in France, and is remem between Vilna and Pinsk. history. across the country, is as relevant today as everofbut difficult to visualise just how rural the editions than to tell the stories the tragic episodes in human town centre. most number from Wokingham.” wanted to be close to the levers of power; highlighted the Bush and Rose hotels in in thisthe centenary year wethe payCelts special to their areafrom once1 was and in part explains Romans, andtribute the Saxons The Battle of the Somme took place July to 18 i.e. the royal households of Windsor. Wokingham’s Market Place as the headquarters of these sometimes fragile relationship Service.” between influence on the area before Wokingham November 1916 and has come to symbolise the enormous In turn these upper echelons two feral groups. benefactor culture The Legion is the Forces charity, the old World and new Wokingham; few wasnation’s even a biggest twinkleArmed in old Wocca’s eye? losses and dreadful conditions of the First War. possessed a serious sense of duty The story was also able to reflect website The area aroundWokingham WokinghamRemembers’ was and national custodian of Remembrance. The charity areas in the UK have witnessed such David Nash Ford provided a set of As the nation’s custodian of Remembrance, The Royal and a responsibility to ensure their features an interactive map. upon the national scene and the corrupt surrounded by many remarkable provides care andarticles supportand to all members of makes the British extraordinary growth in the puzzles which British Legion is asking to commemorate the and change community received at least a basic nature of general elections before the the countryprofile Each small icon of a man individuals and they were instrumental inshows Armed Forces, past and present, and their families. of its population. history fun for the young and no doubt sacrifices of those who fell at the Battle of the Somme by education. Wokingham also had a introduction of the private ballot. where the Fallen of Wokingham building the much needed infrastructure n For more on the Somme to download resources, visit Although Wokingham’s history will alsoand catch the interest of the parents holding their own Remembrance event. powerful professional class, a strong Future articles will include further before going to war which underpinnedlived the establishment of or where www.britishlegion.org.uk/Somme100 has always been intertwined with who will be looking over their child’s Almost every community across the UK was deeply church community (including the nontales of anarchy and revelry in this old the parents lived when mourning a strong community. the surrounding villages by providing shoulder. conformists) and together they shared market town. their loss. We will later be telling the story of the a market place for agricultural and Here’s to the next round of articles! a strong belief in the importance of Thanks to the research Walter family and their contributions to by Wokingham at War commercial produce, it was also a Forest Thanks go out to our contributors: Steve teaching. volunteers from Wokingham There are watershed moments in the building of Wokingham but in April Town. The term ‘forest’ did not mean a Bacon, Jim Bell, David Nash Ford, Sarah The result was with the skills, the Remembers, they have first weekly issue, we told the story of thebeen history which mark the moment of great cluster of trees, but a system of laws laid Huxford, Roger Long, Trevor Ottlewski motivation and the finance available, MONDAY, members of the garage in Longwall Street. 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As a result, the subsequent It will now reconvene on Tuesday, development, in both its rail and road of the 20th century. www.wokinghamremembers.com Wokingham’s publicappropriate, services. pictures of him. for the rest n THE SHINFIELD and District Oxford,followed turning itthe intostory a significant September can see the it at Black Act of 1723 came down heavilyLocal on systems. May’s edition Thanks also13 to from Mark7.45pm. Ashwell at Later articles willYou illustrate History Society will not meet again until manufacturing centre after building these ‘Wokingham The group welcomes visitors and new wokinghamremembers.com Blacks’ and resulted in of two brothers from Langborough TradeMark for supporting the paper’s Future articles will look at the demise of these great manors and their the first car,town. the ‘Bullnose the autumn. members and there is no charge for entry. transportation or execution. 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Bake Off sensation Martha Collison will be visiting Woodley next week to celebrate her first book. GEMMA DAVIDSON finds out more about the talented chef
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OLLOWING the release of her first book, Great British Bake Off star Martha Collison will be visiting a bookshop in Woodley next week. The 19-year-old baker, who appeared on the show in 2014, released Twist through HarperCollins yesterday. The book takes readers through Martha’s favourite recipes and teaches them how to put a ‘twist’ on even the simplest of creations. Martha, who attended Charters School in Sunningdale, said: “I am so excited, it has always been my dream to have a book, but I never thought it would happen while I was so young, I can’t quite believe it. “I came up with the idea: I started baking when I was eight and of course, as a child, I had to make do with the ingredients that I could find in the cupboard, I couldn’t drive to the shop if I needed something. So I learned to improvise, and I ended up putting my own twist on things. “What I like about the book is that there
aren’t just the recipes, but I give advice on how to develop the recipe. Something as simple as a sponge cake or a cupcake can be transformed with just the slightest change, so I offer a few suggestions on what ingredients work well together.” Martha was the youngest contestant to appear on the BBC baking series, alongside Paul Hollywood and Mary Berry, and it was an experience she will never forget. She said: “There was a lot of learning involved, when they give you the listings for each week there are always going to be some recipes that you’ve never tried before, like a 20-layered Hungarian torte or something equally as extravagant. You didn’t have a lot of time so you have to learn really quickly. “We are all really good friends, myself and the other contestants. I really admire them, they’re all so different. I am going to John Whaite’s cookery school soon to teach some baking classes which will be really fun, and we get together for dinner at each others’ houses. It is like we have become a family. “The show definitely built my
confidence, and it has changed my life. This year I got to bake a birthday cake for the Queen, that’s crazy! “I was studying for my AS-levels when the show was filmed, and I completed my A-levels over the last two years part-time. “Will I go to university? Possibly, I always thought that I would but after thinking about it for a very long time I decided to spend a year or so just focusing on my career. The last two years have been spent baking and studying, so it will be nice to take some time off from studying for a while.” Having baked from such a young age, Martha is always encouraging youngsters to experiment in the kitchen, and hopes her book will help them to learn new skills. She said: “I would tell them to just try everything, have a go at the simple things and once you have mastered them, try and put your own spin on them, you might be surprised with where it takes you.” n Martha Collison’s book Twist is out now through HarperCollins. Martha will be visiting Chapter One bookshop on Wednesday, July 20 from 7pm.
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Genocide survivors address Blue Coat pupils By GEMMA DAVIDSON gdavidson@wokinghampaper.co.uk TWO genocide survivors visited a school in Sonning last month to share their remarkable stories with the students. Reading Blue Coat School, in Sonning Lane, welcomed 95-year-old Freddie Knoller BEM on June 22 to give a talk on the Holocaust during the Second World War, while Rwandan genocide survivor Eric Murangwa visited the school on June 24. Mr Knoller, who now lives under the name of Robert Metzner, spoke to approximately 200 Year 9 pupils, staff and parents about his childhood in Vienna, the rise of Nazism, and his attempted escape to Belgium. He explained how he was captured in France and transported to the concentration camp Auschwitz, where he spent two years before the Russian army advanced and sent him to Poland, where he was eventually liberated by the British. Mr Knoller’s unwavering optimism and positive outlook on life struck a chord with the assembled students, with Alex Wood and Ben Cole describing the talk as ‘interesting, moving, powerful and uplifting.’ Kevin Buckland, a parent of one of the pupils, said: “Freddie is incredibly brave to talk about such difficult things to quite a young audience, but he spoke on a level that made it easier to relate to.” Several days later, the school’s Sixth Form gathered to listen to Eric Murangwa. Born into a Tutsi family in Rwanda, Mr Murangwa developed a passion for football, which led to him playing for a top team by the age of 19. By then, the Hutu tribe’s gradual, planned buildup towards genocide against the Tutsis was well underway. Mr Murangwa said: “It didn’t just happen. It was a long time in the planning and it was put in place using many different means: daily chat, state rules and laws that encouraged division. By the time I was playing goalie for
Rayon Sport, life had completely broken apart and people weren’t seeing eye to eye because of political division.” The genocide of 1994 caused the deaths of hundreds of thousands of Tutsi, and Mr Murangwa believed he too would have killed if it wasn’t for an armed soldier recognising him as a footballer, and advised him how to stay safe. He went on to lose 35 members of his family in the genocide, including his seven-yearold brother. When his team left Rwanda to play in Tunisia, Mr Murangwa stayed in the north African country before immigrating to Belgium and finally settling in the UK. He said: “Life was indescribable but, although the body of Rwanda was tortured and succumbed, the spirit never did. We believed we could go on and live again, despite what had happened. We
learned how to forgive, which was very hard to do. “Things happen close to us that we didn’t think possible’, Eric said. ‘When I speak, I want people to learn from my personal story. I want you to join me and others that are trying to mobilise the world in dealing with issues that are very important in each and every life.”
Pictured top: Holocaust survivor Freddie Knoller with Blue Coat students, Dominic Wheeler, Alex Wood, Ben Cole and Isaac Aldridge. Top right: 95-year- old Holocaust survivor Freddie Knoller speaks to students, staff and parents at Reading Blue Coat School. Right: Rwandan Eric Murangwa with Blue Coat history students Esme O’Sullivan and Millie Rogerson.
Business boost for Emmbrook Medieval times focus for St Neot’s A SCHOOL has teamed up with the Thames Valley Berkshire Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) for a new initiative to boost business among the younger generation. The partnership aims to increase awareness of career opportunities and enterprise knowledge and help the school to develop a careers and enterprise strategy. The Emmbrook School in Wokingham is the first school to take part in the initiative and receive support from Enterprise Advisor, David Cook who will help shape the school’s careers enterprise strategy. Mr Cook said: “This is a great initiative that provides the link for schools to get in touch with employers, and make a real difference for the next generation. “As an Enterprise Advisor it is my role, with the support of the Careers & Enterprise
Co-ordinator, to help young people decide what they want to do in the future and link it within their curriculum. “Evidence has shown that there is a skills shortage in the area and I believe it’s essential that employers of all sizes and industry put something back.” Paul O’Neill, Headteacher from The Emmbrook School, added: “We are extremely excited to be matched with David Cook; as an industry professional he will assist in bringing to life the enterprise activities that students participate in. “We pride ourselves in the happiness of our students and their successes as they enter the workplace. “We understand that this can be a difficult time for students as they start to consider their future, therefore we appreciate the support and guidance we will receive from David.”
CHILDREN at a school in Eversley were transported back to Medieval times last month. Pupils at St Neot’s School, in St Neot’s Road, spent a week learning about what life was like during the time, and what activities people
would have taken part in. Staff from Salisbury Cathedral also visited the school to teach the children about how medieval people went about making and writing books. Head of history at the school, Chris Parkes-Bristow
said: “To see 300 children doing a whole range of activities, from outdoor games that were played, making pomanders or learning about the Black Death was such a treat. “The children have been walking around with smiles on
their faces and telling each other what they have learned. “We have done these Cultural Weeks several times now; the chance to give our children such an enriching and unique experience is so worth all the effort.”
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EOPLE tell Healthwatch they recognise the potential life-saving benefits of sharing their data, putting it in the same terms as giving blood or registering as an organ donor. At the same time they understandably want to know who will have access to their medical records and for what purposes. Information breaches about our finances or health are a worry. The National Data Guardian for Health and Care publishes recommendations to strengthen the security of health and care information and to help you make informed choices about how your data is used. Recommendations include new data security standards to apply to all organisations which hold health or care information. Leaders of health and social care organisations should demonstrate clear accountability and responsibility for data security, just as they do for clinical and financial management and accountability. There should be more conversations with the public about how their information is used and what are the benefits of information sharing. The review recommends a new opt-out for people who do not want their confidential information to be used for purposes other than their direct care, with the assurance that information will only ever be used if the law allows and never for marketing or insurance purposes, unless they separately consent to this. Healthwatch believes people should be the owners of their personal records. We appreciate that this might represent a considerable change in data governance across health and care, however we believe that now is the time for a radical re-think about information ownership. If the public owned this information but gave it to health and social care organisations under license, or with a duty of stewardship, they could be far more confident in the system. Healthwatch England has put together 10 principles for good information sharing: 1. People should be able to access their own health and social care data and records to see what is collected and shared with. 2. Data should be collected and shared in a manner that does not unjustifiably compromise people’s anonymity or safety. 3. Collecting and sharing data should not be used to justify treating people on an unequal basis with others. 4. Data collection and sharing should not have impact on a person’s wellbeing by, for example, causing them additional anxiety. 5. People should be provided with all the information they require about Care.data or any other data sharing initiative, to make an informed choice about whether they want to opt in or out. 6. Frontline professionals should be upfront and honest about the benefits of opting in or out of Care.data or any other similar programme. 7. If an opt out is offered, it should be a genuine option and people must be informed about the restrictions of this option. 8. If someone raises a concern or makes a complaint about the collection or sharing of their records, this should be taken seriously and staff should take immediate action to address the concern and, if it relates to a breach of confidentiality, put safeguards in place to restore the person’s anonymity. 9. People should be able to opt out of Care.data later if they change their mind about the programme in future. 10. People should be offered an opportunity to get involved in local decisions at their GP surgeries about whether or not records are shared with the Care.data programme.
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Rheumatology department are the best INITIATIVES created by staff members from the Royal Berkshire Hospital have been given a seal of approval by their peers. Staff from the NHS Trust attended a special event hosted by The British Society for Rheumatology (BSR) to be officially recognised for the Emerging Best Practice Award on behalf of Berkshire’s Integrated Pain Assessment and Spinal Service (IPASS). The award recognised the innovative approach of the service for its work in helping people with musculoskeletal and chronic pain problems. Since September last year, the specialist team, made up of physiotherapists and psychologists, supported by pain and spinal consultants have offered expert musculoskeletal assessments and treatment to patients, as well as helping people to manage persistent pain to ensure they can continue to enjoy a good quality of life. Held at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, the event brought together clinicians, commissioners, service planners and patients from across the UK to explore some of the innovative projects that had been recognised in this year’s BSR Best Practice Awards. It provided guests with the opportunity to hear directly from the leads of the award winning initiatives, who outlined how their service was developed, the challenges they faced and how these were overcome.
Members of the Berkshire’s Integrated Pain Assessment and Spinal Service at the Royal Berkshire Hospital are celebrating after their work was honoured at a special ceremony last week
The BSR attributed the project’s success to the collaborative engagement of a wide range of healthcare professionals and providers, funded by Berkshire West Clinical Commissioning Groups, and including the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust and Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. Dr Antoni Chan, Consultant Rheumatologist and Clinical Director Integrated Medicine at the RBH, co-led the
project through its development. He said: “I am delighted to accept this award on behalf of the team. “Before the collaborative service was launched, the care of patients living with chronic pain could be disjointed, with each provider managing their own episode of care in isolation to other healthcare colleagues. “This often led to duplication of information and multiple visits for patients.
“The formation of the Berkshire IPASS has meant that patients are now assessed and receive the care they need, provided by the most appropriate healthcare professional at the right stage of their treatment. “It also offers a range of strategies including back and pain management classes to engage patients in exercise activities and promote self-management of their condition.”
Theresa’s new role proves you can have diabetes and a busy life
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ARLIER this week, Maidenhead MP Theresa May was confirmed as Britain’s 76th Prime Minister. While many have focused on her being only the second female leader of the nation, she is the first that is known to have Type 1 diabetes. Mrs May was diagnosed with the disease in 2012 after she sought medical attention for sudden weight loss – a classic symptom of the condition along with increased thirst, tiredness and urination. Since her diagnosis she has been very open about her condition and has made it clear that it has had little impact on the demands of her former role as Home Secretary, one of the most high-profile jobs in Government, which she held for six years. “Diabetes doesn’t change what you can do,” she said. In an interview with Diabetes UK’s Balance magazine in 2014 she said: “I would like the message to get across that it doesn’t change what you can do. “The more people can see that people with diabetes can lead a normal life doing the sort of things that other people do, the easier it is for those who are diagnosed with it to deal with it.” There have been a number of reports in the media that some MPs have questioned May’s suitability for the job because of her Type 1 diabetes. While it is true that May is very
What is diabetes? Type 1 diabetes accounts for about 10 per cent of all adults with diabetes and is treated by daily insulin doses – taken either by injections or via an insulin pump. It is also recommended to follow a healthy diet and take regular physical activity. Type 1 diabetes can develop at any age but usually appears before the age of 40, and especially in childhood. It is the most common type of diabetes found in childhood. In Type 1 diabetes the body is unable to produce any insulin and the glucose builds up in the blood.
likely the first UK Prime Minister, and possibly the first world leader, that we know of to have Type 1 diabetes, charity Diabetes UK said that suggestions that having Type 1 diabetes means that you are unfit to be Prime Minister are completely untrue and unacceptable. Type 1 diabetes is a serious health condition but it can be managed effectively with good care and support. It doesn’t change what you can do and people with the condition should have access to the same opportunities as people without the condition, whether that’s becoming Prime Minister, a doctor, teacher or any other job.
There are around 400,000 people in the UK who live with condition, and by making some adjustments to their lifestyles they are able to maintain successful careers and realise their goals and ambitions. Rugby player Chris Pennell, Southend footballer Ben Coker, and Sky News presenter Stephen Dixon are some well-known examples. Robin Hewings, Diabetes UK Head of Policy, said: “Since her diagnosis Theresa May has spoken very openly about living with Type 1 diabetes, which has really helped to raise the profile of the condition. “Her rise to Prime Minister is a great example how having Type 1 diabetes
doesn’t have to hold you back and that you can live life to the full and accomplish your ambitions.” Type 1 diabetes develops when the insulin-producing cells in the body have been destroyed and the body is unable to produce any insulin. Type 1 diabetes accounts for about 10 per cent of all adults with diabetes and is treated by daily insulin doses – taken either by injections or via an insulin pump. It is also recommended to follow a healthy diet and take regular physical activity. n www.diabetes.org.uk
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BINFIELD – Foxley Fields, Benetfeld Road. Foxley Fields Flea Marekt in aid of The Binfield ARC project. 2.30pm-5pm. Includes hand made glass, jewellery, children’s clothing, good quality second hand goods, brica-brac, refreshments and more. Stalls £5. Details: foxleyfleamarket@gmail. com FINCHAMPSTEAD – Library, FBC Centre RG40 4ES. Rhymetime for under fives. 11am. Details: 0118 908 8176. FINCHAMPSTEAD – St James’ Church RG40 4LU. Books in Bloom: a flower festival. Pimms and Pate preview evening. £7. 7pm-9pm. Details: 0118 973 0133. READING – The Warehouse, Cumberland Road. Public meeting about park and ride and road link from Thames Valley Park to Reading station. 7.30pm. SPENCERS WOOD – The Pavilion. Bike Worskhop: learn how to repair, maintain and upgrade your bike. Bike marking available. 7pm. For ages 11-17. Free entry to new members. Details: 07931 329546. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Crochet Group with Gaynor White from Barkham Hookers. All abilities welcome. 9.30am-11.30am. £4. Cribbage and card games club. 10.30am. Local history surgery: drop-in advice with a local expert. 10am-noon. Wokingham VIP group: book group for visually impaired. 2pm-4pm. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363. WOKINGHAM – Broad Street Tavern, Broad Street RG40 1AU. Sausage and Cider festival: Graffiti Child. Details: 0118 978 0918.
EARLEY – Park URC, Palmer Park Avenue, off Wokingham Road RG6 1DN. Reading Mencap Community Choir performances. 7pm-8.30pm. £3. Details: 0118 966 2518. EARLEY – Earley Radstock Social Club, Radstock Lane RG6 5UL. Bingo night. 8.30pm. Details: 0118 931 3965. EARLEY – St Nicolas Earley, Sutcliffe Avenue RG6 7JN. Summer fun day: Lego building competition, St Nics bake off, raffle, bottle tombola, bouncy castle and more. £3 entry. Noon-5pm. Details: 0118 966 9080. FARNBOROUGH – Farnborough Aerodrome GU14 6FD. Farnborough International Airshow. 9.30am-5.40pm. £40 advance, £48 on door, concessions available. Under 15s free. Details: 01252 532800. FINCHAMPSTEAD – St James’ Church RG40 4LU. Books in Bloom: a flower festiva, including children’s treasure hunt. 10am-5pm. Patronal Festival choir concert. 7.30pm. £12, includes light summer finger buffet. Details: 0118 973 0133. HARPSDEN – Perseverance Farm RG9 4AP. Jazz For Kamuli: Art Themen’s New Directions Quintet 6:00pm7:15pm Art Themen saxes | Steve Fishwick trumpet | Gareth Williams piano | Arnie Somogyi double bass | Winston Clifford drums Jason Rebello Quartet 8:00pm-9:15pm Sumudu Jayatilaka vocals | Jason Rebello piano | James Morgan bass | George Rebello drums The Impossible Gentlemen 9:45pm-11:00pm Gwilym Simcock piano | Mike Walker guitar | Iain Dixon saxes and keys | Steve Rodby double bass | Adam Nussbaum drums. 4pm. Tickets £50 online, £55 on gate. Under 16s free. Details: www.jazzinreading. com/jfk/ KNOWL HILL – Village Hall.
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The best guide for local, community events across Wokingham borough Skittles evening. 7pm. £10 includes supper, children £5. Details: 0118 940 2300. MAIDEN ERLEGH – Library, off Silverdale Road RG6 7HS. Craft time for parents and children aged 2-5. 10.45am11.15am. Storytime for ages seven and under. 10.15am10.45am. Details: 0118 966 6630. READING – Forbury Gardens. Bastille Day festival: French food, cakes, pastries. Live music, NAO the Little French Robot, sporting fun, arts and crafts and more. Free entry. 10.30am5pm. Details: www. bastilledayreading.co.uk READING – Reading Minster of St Mary the Virgin, St Mary’s Butts RG1 2HX. Reading Phoenix Choir Come and Sing Brahms Requiem. 11am-5.30pm. Concert 7pm. £25. Details: www.readingphoenixchoir. org.uk. SPENCERS WOOD – St Michael’s Church, Basingstoke Road RG7 1AP. Summer fete: tombola, raffle, games, silent auction, photo booth and more. Dog show at 2pm. Noon-4pm. Details: www. spencerswoodchurch.org SWALLOWFIELD – Parish Hall, Swallowfield Street RG7 1QX. Swallowfield Velo Club open day. £11.50. 9amnoon. Booking essential. Details: www.riderhq.com WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Teen Writing Group. 10.30am-noon. Wokingham Writers Group for adults. 10am. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Broad Street Tavern, Broad Street RG40 1AU. Sausage and Cider festival: The Shelf Side. Details: 0118 978 0918. WOKINGHAM – Market Place. Sunny Saturdays. 11am. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363. WOKINGHAM – Kings Place, Station Road. Wokingham In Need open mic night. 7.30pm. £5. Bring your own
refreshments. WOKINGHAM – Sue Ryder Day Hospice, in the grounds of Wokingham Hospital, 41 Barkham Road RG41 2RE. Summer fete. 11am-3pm. YATELEY – St Peter’s Church, Reading Road, Yateley GU46 7LR. Yateley Choral Society summer concert: Thank You For the Music. £10, students £5, under 16s free. Details: 01276 682749.
Sunday, July 17 EARLEY – St Nicolas Earley, Sutcliffe Avenue RG6 7JN. Singing in the Sunshine. 10am. Details: 0118 966 9080. EARLEY – Aisha Masjid & Islamic Centre, Lodon Road RG6 1BW. Wokingham Borough Interfaith Network presents Understanding Islam: Faith and Harmony with Imam Yahya Mohammed of Aisha Masjid & Islamic Centre and the Revd Canon David Hodgson of All Saints Church Wokingham. Chairman: Shakeel Khan. 4pm. Refreshments available. Details: 07528 195503. FARLEY HILL – Farley Hill Place Gardens RG7 1TZ. Open gardens for NGS. 2pm-5pm. £4.50, children free. Details: 0118 976 2544. FARNBOROUGH – Farnborough Aerodrome GU14 6FD. Farnborough International Airshow. 9.30am-5.40pm. £40 advance, £48 on door, concessions available. Under 15s free. Details: 01252 532800. FINCHAMPSTEAD – St James’ Church RG40 4LU. Books in Bloom: a flower festival. 2pm-5pm. Church tower open, cream teas, stalls and games. Plus: bric-a-brac, books, plants, ice cream and more. Details: 0118 973 0133. READING – Forbury Gardens. Bastille Day festival: French food, cakes, pastries. Live music, NAO the Little French Robot, sporting fun, arts and crafts and more. Free entry. 10.30am5pm. Details: www.
bastilledayreading.co.uk WARGRAVE – Wargrave Court, Station Road RG10 8EU. Midsummer music evening. Noon-5pm. Bring a picnic. £5, under 12s free. In aid of British Red Cross. WARGRAVE – The Horns, Crazies Hill RG10 8LY. Fleur Stevenson in concert. 7pm. Details: 0118 940 6041. WOKINGHAM – St Paul’s Church, Reading Road RG41 1EH. Choral Evensong sermon series: Horrible Heresies: Why What We Believe Really Matters. Guest speaker Helen Orchard from Wimbledon. 6.15pm. Details: 0118 979 2122. WOKINGHAM WITHOUT – Pinewood Miniature Railway Society, Pinewood Leisure Centre, Old Wokingham Road RG40 3AQ. Pinewood Minature Railway . 1.30pm-4pm. £1 per ride, buy 5 get 6th free. Details: www. pinewoodrailway.co.uk
Monday, July 18 MAIDEN ERLEGH – Library, off Silverdale Road RG6 7HS. Colouring For Adults. 2.15pm-3pm. Details: 0118 966 6630. LOWER EARLEY – Library, Chalfont Close, Chalfont Way RG6 5HZ. Jack in the Books book club. 10.30am11.30am. Details: 0118 931 2150. WARGRAVE – Library, Woodclyffe Hostel, Church Street RG10 8EP. Writers forum. 10.30am-noon. Woodclyffe book group. 5.30pm-6.30pm. Details: 0118 940 4656. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Knit Stitch and Natter. Drop-in for knitting, sewing and a chat. All abilities welcome. 2pm-3pm. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Emmbrook School. North Wokingham SDL Community Forum meeting. 7pm-9.30pm.
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Martha Collison will be at Chapter One on Wednesday Polehampton Close RG10 9RP. Knit and Natter. Drop in knitting group for adults. 2pm-3pm. Details: 0118 934 0800. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Crochet Group with Gaynor White from Barkham Hookers. All abilities welcome. 9.30am-11.30am. £4. WI Stitch and Chatter. 2pm-3.30pm.Children’s origami club. 4pm-4.45pm. Third Tuesday Book Group: discuss new books, bestsellers and favourites. 10.30am-11.30am. Storytime: rhymes and stories for ages 3-5. 2pm-2.30pm. UK Online: Help and support with computers and the internet for beginners. 2pm-4pm. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363. WOODLEY – Library, Headley Road RG5 4JA. Rhymetime for under fives. 10.30am. Crafts and Laughs. 2pm4pm. Details: 0118 969 0304.
Wednesday, July 20 FINCHAMPSTEAD – Library, FBC Centre RG40 4ES. Book group 10.30am11.30am. Details: 0118 908 8176. WARGRAVE – Library, Woodclyffe Hostel, Church Street RG10 8EP. Knit Wits: knit or crochet club. 2pm-4pm. Details: 0118
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940 4656. WOKINGHAM – Hope and Anchor, Station Road RG40 2AD. Wokingham Folk and Acoustic Club. 7.30pm. Details: Facebook.com/ WokFAB. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Rhymetime for Babies. 10.30am-11am. Rhymetime for toddlers. 11am-11.30am. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363. WOKINGHAM – The Cornerstone, Norreys Avenue. Wokingham Job Support Centre AGM. 6.30pm. Details: 0118 977 0517. WOODLEY – Shopping Precinct, Crockhamwell Road. Farmers Market. 9am-1.30pm. Details: 0118 921 6920 or www. woodleytowncentre.co.uk. WOODLEY – 136 Crockhamwell Road, RG5 3JH. Book signing: Twist by Martha Collison. 7pm. Booking essential. Details: 0118 944 8883.
Thursday, July 21 LOWER EARLEY – Library, Chalfont Close, Chalfont Way RG6 5HZ. Board Games Club. 10am-11am. Details: 0118 931 2150. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Classics Book Group: for lovers of Dickens, Austen etc. 6.30pm-7.30pm. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363.
Friday, July 22 FINCHAMPSTEAD – Library, FBC Centre RG40 4ES. Rhymetime for under fives. 11am. Details: 0118 908 8176. HENLEY – The Three Tuns, 5 Market Place RG9 2AA. Laughs With Tricks with Stu Turner and Phil Reid. 7.30pm. £9. HURST – Dinton Pastures, Davis Street RG10 0TH. Marvellous Festival. Campers arrive. Gates noon. Details: 0118 977 4350. MAIDEN ERLEGH – Library, off Silverdale Road RG6 7HS. Rhymetime for under fives. 2.15pm-2.45pm. Details: 0118 966 6630. SWALLOWFIELD – Parish Hall. Swallowfield Local History Society meeting: Richard Marks on Reading and the railways. 7.45pm. Details: 0118 988 2954. WOKINGHAM – Library, Denmark Street RG40 2BB. Local history surgery: dropin advice with a local expert. 10am-noon. Details: 0118 978 1368. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s
Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363.
Saturday, July 23 EARLEY – Woodley Hill House, Eastcourt Avenue. RG6 1HH. Network Vineyard Church presents a community garden party with free entry, barbecue, crafts and activities. 2.30pm4.30pm. HURST – Dinton Pastures, Davis Street RG10 0TH. Marvellous Festival tribute acts: T Rextasy, Queen, Bruno Mars, Dirty/DC, Cher, Ed Sheeran, Tina Turner, Madonna. Gates noon. Details: 0118 977 4350. WOKINGHAM – Theatre, Twyford Road, Wokingham, RG40 5TU. Wokingham Theatre presents Donkey’s Years by Michael Frayn. Details: 0118 978 5363. WOKINGHAM – Market Place. Sunny Saturdays. 11am. WOODLEY – Coronation Hall, Headley Road RG5 4JB. Barbados and Friends Association of Reading family fun day with Oistins’ Style Fish Fry. 2pm-11pm. Entry, with food £8, £5 children. Entry without food £3 or £1 children. Details: 07748 328642.
Sunday, July 24 EARLEY – Sol Joel Park, Church Road. Community in Conversation summer picnic. Noon-3pm. Details: facebook.com/ ReadingCIC EARLEY – Brookside Church, Brookside Close RG6 7HG. ome For Good presents children and youth worker training for those who want to learn more about working with and supporting children who are fostered or adopted. 2.45pm-5.30pm. Details: homeforgood.org/ events FINCHAMPSTEAD – Oak Cottage, 99b Kiln Ride RG40 3PD. Open Gardens in aid of Red Cross. 2pm-5pm. £3.50, under 12s free. Details: 0118 935 8221. FINCHAMPSTEAD – Glenmere, 246 Nine Mile Ride RG40 3PA. Open Gardens in aid of Red Cross. 2pm-5pm. £3.50, under 12s free. Details: 0118 935 8221. HURST – Dinton Pastures, Davis Street RG10 0TH. Marvellous Festival: tributes to Rod Stewart, Johnny Cash Revisited, Lareena as Adele, Thin Lizzy, The Rat Pack, Coldplay, and Bob Marley. Gates noon. Details: 0118 977 4350. WOODLEY – Library, Headley Road RG5 4JA. French Conversation Club for those with basic French knowledge. 2pm-3pm. Details: 0118 969 0304. WOODLEY – Shopping Precinct, Crockhamwell Road. Car boot sale. 8am-1pm. Details: 0118 921 6920 or www. woodleytowncentre.co.uk.
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he wants, and on the surface his friends’ marriages are all perfect, but once you scratch the surface all is not what it seems. Harry and Sarah are always playfully bickering at each other, but behind closed doors Sarah is a perpetual dieter and Harry is trying to give up drinking after being arrested, twice. Jenny and David invite Bobby to their apartment to get stoned, but a controlling side of David appears to come out, and Bobby is shocked when he speaks for his wife. Peter and Susan appear to have it all, a gorgeous apartment with a terrace, but their surprise divorce announcement shocks Bobby to the core, even more so when Peter then goes on to make a pass at him. Amy and Paul are due to get married, but Amy is getting cold feet and tells Paul that she doesn’t love him enough to go through with the wedding. Best man Bobby tries everything he can to patch up the couple, before proposing to Amy himself! Thirdtime married Joanne and her husband Larry seem to hate each other, but deep down their relationship is solid and leaves Bobby all the more confused. As he struggles to blow out the candles on his birthday cake, Bobby doesn’t know
what to wish for. Does he want to settle down, or does he love his freedom too much? Eventually, the candles are blown out, and as his friends drift away from his apartment to leave him on his own, it would seem that he got his wish after all. The cast of Company is full of stars. Each one brings the personality of their characters to life, from the neurotic Amy, played by Lucy Marshall, to the bitter Joanne (Debbie Christie). The female contingent are by far the most entertaining, with the biggest songs and most colourful outfits. Emma Carver is hilarious as ditsy air hostess April; Laura Hartley does a superb job as Marta with probably one of the trickiest numbers in the show, Another Hundred People; and Robyn Heffer as the sweet Kathy, the perfect girl who Bobby let get away. Full of toe-tapping tunes and showstopping big numbers, Company welcomes you into the fold from the start, and by the end of the show you feel like you have made a few new friends yourself. Company is running until Saturday. Tickets start at £17. To book visit www. southillpark.org.uk or call 01344 484 123.
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Raise your glasses to the beer festival WOKINGHAM Festival is made up of three distinct parts, all working together to create a memorable and exciting weekend. Last week, we looked at some of the bands that comprise the music side of the three-day event. Next week, we’ll look at some of the foodie fun you can enjoy. The third strand is one you’ll want to raise your glasses for – it’s the beer. A host of local brewers will be supplying a wide range of beers and real ales suitable for all palates. And for all those who prefer apple juice there will some unique and special varieties to enjoy.
Brewers include Ascot Ales, famous for the Posh Pooch. Binghams, based in Ruscombe, will be showcasing its Brickworks Bitter, while Elusive Brewing from Finchampstead will be letting you try its American red ale Level Up. Marlow’s Rebellion Brewery needs little introduction: it will
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Can you offer these adorable animals a loving forever home? Each week, we team up with the folk at Diana Brimblecombe Animal Rescue Centre in Nelsons Lane, Hurst, to try to find new homes for the animals currently in their care
doggie skills they need, as well as getting them used to being around other dogs. They will need to be neutered at six months. Because of their age we wouldn’t want them to be adopted into a family with children under 10 years of age. Could you offer these little darlings the home the deserve?
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This sweet 15-month-old kitten was bought from a pet shop but then her owners changed their minds about her, we can’t think why! She is short haired, so could do with occasional brushing session, and she is very affectionate. She likes other cats so would be an ideal addition to any home. Could you offer Treacle the happy ending she is looking for? n Could you offer a forever home to any of these animals? If the answer is ‘yes’ then please get in touch with the centre on 0118 934 1122 to make sure the animals have not already been reserved. The centre is open everyday between 11am and 1pm, and 2pm and 4pm. For more information, and to view other animals in need of a home visit www. dbarc.org.uk
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Gig guide Friday, July 15 BAGSHOT – The Three Mariners, High Street GU19 5AW. Glo. Details: 01276 473768. BAGSHOT – The Cedar Tree, High Street GU19 5AG. Soul’d Out. Details: 01276 473160. BRACKNELL – The Keller, Coppid Beech Hotel, John Nike Way RG12 8TF. Elvis. Details: 01344 303333. CAMBERLEY – Mr Bumble, GU17 9AP. The Lord John Band. Details: 01276 32691. CAMBERLEY – The Four Horseshoes, Frimley Road GU15 3EQ. The Sideshow Bob Experience. Details: 01276 63842. CAMBERLEY – The Royal Swan, London Road GU17 9AA. Who Are You? Details: 01276 31560. CAMBERLEY – The Royal Standard, Frimley Road GU15 2PP. England’s Dreaming. Details: 01276 27641. FARNBOROUGH – The Swan Inn, Farnborough Road GU14 6TL. Vince Freeman. Details: 01252 510920. HURST – Hurst Cricket Club, Wokingham Road RG10 0SB. The Scoundrels. Details: www. thescoundrelsuk.com SANDHURST – The White Swan, Swan Lane GU47 9BU. In Too Chic. Details: 01252 872444. READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. Dark Matter: Ben Zagorski. Details: 0118 959 7196. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. Under The Covers: Magical Mystery Four, DJ Chris Bound. Details: 0118 959 4267. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Dolly and the Clothes Pegs. Details:
0118 958 6692. SONNING – The Mill at Sonning RG4 6TY. Glyn & Elaine. Details: 0118 969 8000. WINDLESHAM – Windlesham Club, Kennel Lane GU20 6AA. Tony Barker & Keith Chilvers. Details: 01276 472210. WOKINGHAM – Broad Street Tavern, Broad Street RG40 1AU. Sausage and Cider festival: Graffiti Child. Details: 0118 978 0918. WOKINGHAM – The Molly Millar, Station Road RG40 2AD. 70s, 80s night with DJ Mally. Details: 0118 977 4548. WOKINGHAM – The Red Lion, Market Place RG40 1AL. Ultimate Party Nights. Details: 0118 979 5790. WOKINGHAM – Spin Nightclub, Alexandra Court RG40 2SL. Frisky Fridays. Details: 07415 354056.
Saturday, July 16 BINFIELD – Binfield Club, Forest Road RG42 4DU. The Vinyl Covers. Details: 01344 420572. BRACKNELL – The Keller, Coppid Beech Hotel, John Nike Way RG12 8TF. Funklab. Details: 01344 303333. BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. Speakeasy night with Julia Titus. Details: 01344 484123. BRACKNELL – The Silver Birch, Liscombe RG12 7DE. Daved and Confused. Details: 01344 457318. CAMBERLEY – Mr Bumble, GU17 9AP. Gridlock. Details: 01276 32691. EASTHAMPSTEAD – The Green Man, Crowthorne Road RG12 7DL. Creme Freche. Details: 01344 423667. FARNBOROUGH – The Ivy
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HOLDING A GIG, QUIZ OR GAMES NIGHT? SEND DETAILS TO EVENTS@WOKINGHAMPAPER.CO.UK Leaf Social Club, Cove Road GU14 0HF. Inside Track. Details: 01252 542962. FARNBOROUGH – The Swan Inn, Farnborough Road GU14 6TL. Laura Williams. Details: 01252 510920. FARNBOROUGH GREEN – The Prince of Wales, Rectory Road GU14 8AL. NRG. Details: 01252 545578. FLEET – The Falkners Arms, Falkners Close GU51 2XF. Soul’d Out. Details: 01252 811311. FLEET – Elvetham Heath GU51 1HA. Elvetham Heath Summer Concert, from noon: Elvetham Heath Primary School Chamber Choir, Megan Collins, EH Community Choir, Skylark Summer, Elsa, Shuffle Tunes, White Noise, Maybe Not Today, Phil Aaron. Ends 7pm. Details: www. elvethamheath.org.uk. FRIMLEY GREEN – Frimley Green Working Mens Club, Sturt Road GU16 6HX. Stealers Bluff. Details: 01252 835322. HENLEY – Perseverance Farm, Harpsden RG9 4AP. Jazz For Kamuli: a charity evening in aid of the Kamuli Mission Hospital in Uganda. The Impossible Gentlemen, Jason Rebello Quartet, Art Themen’s New Directions Quintet. From 4pm. £50 in advance, £55 on gate Details: www.jazzinreading. com/jfk READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. SoundJames: Slither and more. Details: 0118 959 7196. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. The Pink Diamond Review. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. All Bangers, No
Clangers. Details: 0118 959 4267. READING – Grosvenor Casino Reading, Rose Kiln Lane RG2 0SN. Knoxville Highway. Details: 0118 402 7800. SONNING – The Mill at Sonning RG4 6TY. Tim Valentine. Details: 0118 969 8000. TWYFORD – The Golden Cross, Waltham Road RG10 9EG. The Heist. Details: 0118 934 0890. WEST END – West End Social Club, High Street GU26 9PL. Flying Visit. Details: 01276 858501. WINDLESHAM – Windlesham Club, Kennel Lane GU20 6AA. Gigabit. Details: 01276 472210. WOKINGHAM – Broad Street Tavern, Broad Street RG40 1AU. Sausage and Cider Festival: The Shelf Side. Details: 0118 978 0918. WOKINGHAM – Hope and Anchor, Station Road RG40 2AD. The Shelf Side. Details: 0118 978 0918. WOKINGHAM – The Molly Millar, Station Road RG40 2AD. 70s, 80s night with DJ Mally. Details: 0118 977 4548. WOKINGHAM – The Red Lion, Market Place RG40 1AL. Ultimate Party Nights. Details: 0118 979 5790. WOKINGHAM – Spin Nightclub, Alexandra Court RG40 2SL. Essential Saturday. Details: 07415 354056. YATELEY – The Dog and Partridge, The Green GU46 7LR. Innes and Mr T. Details: 01252 870648.
Sunday, July 17 BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. Wilde Sundays. Creative Control Band Night. Details: 01344 484123. READING – Community Hall at Watlington House, 44 Watlington Street RG1 4RJ. Readifolk: Orkney Island Special. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. Sunday Swing with Reading Swing Jam. Details: 0118 959 4267. READING – Sub89, Friar Street RG1 1EP. Animals as Leaders. Details: 0118 959 5395. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Reading Fringe Festival band night. Dreading Poetry Night.
Details: 0118 958 6692. SHINFIELD – The Bell & Bottle, School Green. Open mic and jam night. Details: 0118 988 3563. SONNING – The Mill at Sonning RG4 6TY. The Johnny Cash Roadshow. Details: 0118 969 8000. WARGRAVE – The Horns, Crazies Hill RG10 8LY. Fleur Stevenson in concert. 7pm. Details: 0118 940 6041. WEST END – West End Social Club, High Street GU26 9PL. Rick Storm. Details: 01276 858501.
Monday, July 18 NETTLEBED – Village Hall, High Street RG9 5DD. Showcase Concert including Feast of Fiddles, Megan Henwood, Jackie Oates, Kith and Kim, Bruce Gomersall and more. Details: www. nettlebedfolkclub.co.uk STOKE ROW – Crooked Billet RG9 5PU. Pete Lincoln. Details: 01491 681048.
Tuesday, July 19 FLEET – The Harlington, Fleet Road GU51 4BY. Greg Abate and Alan Barnes. Details: 01252 811009. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Fleur Stevenson’s jazz singers. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – Speakeasy Cocktail Bar, St Mary’s Butts RG1 2LG. Open mic. Details: 0118 957 3500. SHERFIELD-ON-LODDON – The Four Horseshoes, Reading Road RG27 0EX. OBJ Morris. Details: 01256 882296. STOKE ROW – Crooked Billet RG9 5PU. Pete Lincoln. Details: 01491 681048.
Wed, July 20 READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. Reading Fringe: Surviving The Zombie Armageddon. BBC Introducing Live: Big Zero and guests. Ignite. Details: 0118 959 7196. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Bohemian Night. Details: 0118 958 6692. WHITE WALTHAM – The Beehive, Waltham Road SL6 3SH. Customs and Exiles morris dancing. Details: 01628 822877. WOKINGHAM – Hope and Anchor, Station Road RG40 2AD. Wokingham Folk and Blues open mic night.
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Thursday, July 21 CAMBERLEY – Mr Bumble, GU17 9AP. Jam Night. Details: 01276 32691. FLEET – Propaganda Music Canteen, Fleet Road GU51 3BU. Karizma Duo. Details: 01252 620198. HENLEY – Magoos, Hart Street. Stars In Their Minds karaoke. Details: 01491 574595. READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. Casar Thomas: Magic and Mentalism. Clare Plested: Flock Up. Don’t Sweat The Technique: Golden Era Hip Hop. Details: 0118 959 7196. SHINFIELD – Magpie and Parrot, Arborfield Road RG2 9EA. Jazz at the Magpie and Parrot. 8pm. £5. Details: 0118 988 4130. WHITE WALTHAM – White Waltham & Shottesbrooke Social Club, Hurst Lane SL6 3JJ. The Jukesters. Details: 0118 934 3785.
Friday, July 22 BAGSHOT – The Three Mariners, High Street GU19 5AW. Leech. Details: 01276 473768. BAGSHOT – The Cedar Tree, High Street GU19 5AG. Riff Raff. Details: 01276 473160. BRACKNELL – The Keller, Coppid Beech Hotel, John Nike Way RG12 8TF. Shine. Details: 01344 303333. BRACKNELL – The Golden Retriever, Nine Mile Ride RG40 3DR. NRG. Details: 01344 868535. CAMBERLEY – Mr Bumble, GU17 9AP. The Power of Soul. Details: 01276 32691. CAMBERLEY – The Four Horseshoes, Frimley Road GU15 3EQ. Avarice. Details: 01276 63842. CAMBERLEY – The Royal Standard, Frimley Road GU15 2PP. Nevermind. Details: 01276 27641. CROOKHAM – The Black Horse, The Street GU51 5SJ. The Turn. Details: 01252 616434. DUNDSEN GREEN – Loddon Brewery RG4 9QD. Kennet Morris Men. 7pm. FARNBOROUGH – The Alexandra, Victoria Road GU14 7PH. Fat Men In the Bathtub. Details: 01252 519964. FLEET – The Fox and Hounds, Crookham Road GU51 5NP.
Off The Record. Details: 01252 663686. READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. Don’t Keep Your Feet On The Ground. Ignite! Details: 0118 959 7196. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. Groove Lab. Details: 0118 959 4267. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. High Grade Dub Roots. Details: 0118 958 6692. SONNING – The Mill at Sonning RG4 6TY. Glyn & Elaine. Details: 0118 969 8000. WOKINGHAM – Broad Street Tavern, Broad Street RG40 1AU. The Gas Trick Band. Details: 0118 978 0918. WOKINGHAM – The Molly Millar, Station Road RG40 2AD. 70s, 80s night with DJ Mally. Details: 0118 977 4548. WOKINGHAM – The Red Lion, Market Place RG40 1AL. Ultimate Party Nights. Details: 0118 979 5790. WOKINGHAM – Spin Nightclub, Alexandra Court RG40 2SL. Frisky Fridays. Details: 07415 354056. YATELEY – The Cricketers, Cricket Hill Lane GU46 6BA. Gary Roman as Elvis. Details: 01252 872105.
Saturday, July 23 BRACKNELL – The Keller, Coppid Beech Hotel, John Nike Way RG12 8TF. Moonfly. Details: 01344 303333. BRACKNELL – The Golden Retriever, Nine Mile Ride RG40 3DR. Nevermind. Details: 01344 868535. BRACKNELL – The Boot Inn, Park Road RG12 2LU. The Vinyl Covers. Details: 01344 454532. BRACKNELL – South Hill Park, Ringmead. It’s Raining Cats and Dogs Details: 01344 484123. BRACKNELL – The Point. Community Thru Music festival with The Acoustic Couch. Spriggan Mist, Pixiephonic, Mellotronaism, The Undecided, Jaddoo Jingles, DJ Aces High, Natalie Gauci and more. Details: www. theacousticcouch.co.uk BRACKNELL – The Royal Oak, London Road RG12 2NN. Solace. Details: 01344 422622. CAMBERLEY – Mr Bumble, GU17 9AP. Gigabit. Details: 01276 32691.
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CROWTHORNE – The Crowthorne Inn, High Street RG45 7AD. Dukes of Rock. Details: 01344 772241. EASTHAMPSTEAD – The Green Man, Crowthorne Road RG12 7DL. NRG. Details: 01344 423667. HURST – Dinton Pastures, Davis Street RG10 0TH. Marvellous Festival tribute acts: T Rextasy, Queen, Bruno Mars, Dirty/DC, Cher, Ed Sheeran, Tina Turner, Madonna. Gates noon. Details: 0118 977 4350. READING – The Purple Turtle, Gun Street RG1 2JR. Three Wise-ish Men. Details: 0118 959 7196. READING – Oakford Social Club, Blagrave Street RG1 1PZ. Are You Listening? Festival weekender. Details: 0118 959 4267. READING – RISC, London Street RG1 4PS. Dyn’o’mite. Details: 0118 958 6692. READING – Grosvenor Casino Reading, Rose Kiln Lane RG2 0SN. Gary Roman Tribute night. Details: 0118 402 7800. SONNING – The Mill at Sonning RG4 6TY. Tim Valentine. Details: 0118 969 8000. TWYFORD – The Golden Cross, Waltham Road RG10 9EG. Live Music. Details: 0118 934 0890. WEST END – West End Social Club, High Street GU26 9PL. DisCover. Details: 01276 858501. WHITE WALTHAM – White Waltham & Shottesbrooke Social Club, Hurst Lane SL6 3JJ. Shaky Ground. Details: 0118 934 3785. WOKINGHAM – Hope and Anchor, Station Road RG40 2AD. Bad Hombre. Details: 0118 978 0918. WOKINGHAM – The Molly Millar, Station Road RG40 2AD. 70s, 80s night with DJ Mally. Details: 0118 977 4548. WOKINGHAM – The Red Lion, Market Place RG40 1AL. Ultimate Party Nights. Details: 0118 979 5790. WOKINGHAM – Spin Nightclub, Alexandra Court RG40 2SL. Essential Saturday. Details: 07415 354056. YATELEY – The Dog and Partridge, The Green GU46 7LR. John James Newman and Sandy Newman. Details: 01252 870648.
Sunday, July 24 BRACKNELL – The Golden Retriever, Nine Mile Ride RG40 3DR. The Chris Moy Band. Noon. Malarkey. 8pm. Details: 01344 868535. HURST – Dinton Pastures, Davis Street RG10 0TH. Marvellous Festival: tributes to Rod Stewart, Johnny Cash Revisited, Lareena as Adele, Thin Lizzy, The Rat Pack, Coldplay, and Bob Marley. Gates noon. Details: 0118 977 4350. SHINFIELD – The Bell & Bottle, School Green. Open mic and jam night. Details: 0118 988 3563. SONNING – The Mill at Sonning RG4 6TY. The Swinging Big Band. Details: 0118 969 8000.
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Stage school’s super time in West End Stagecoach students dressed as their favourite superheroes for a performance at the Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s West End
Tír na nÓg will be coming to Woodley this September
Make a date for Tír na nÓg STUDENTS from a performing arts school in Wokingham hit the big time last weekend when they got the chance to tread the boards in the West End. On Sunday, 18 pupils from Stagecoach Performing Arts Wokingham joined 15 other Stagecoach schools from across the country
at the world-famous Shaftesbury Theatre in London’s theatre district. The Wokingham groups’ set was called The Supertroupe, and included the songs Man in the Mirror and Smooth Criminal from the musical Thriller. Stagecoach Performing Arts Wokingham
Principal, Claire Stainer says: “The show was very creative and the students performed with confidence and expertise. It takes courage to stand up on stage in front of a large audience and I was incredibly proud to see them execute their well-versed songs and routines so well.”
Marvellous festival arrives THE FIRST music festival at Dinton Pastures will take place next weekend as Marvellous rocks in. The event features a range of tributes to popular bands such as Ed Sheeran, T-Rex, Bruno Mars, AC/DC, Queen, Adele, Johnny Cash, Coldplay and Rod Stewart. Ray Quinn will also be appearing and there will be a Napoleonic re-enactment and a Spitfire fly-past. Children will be able to enjoy a funfair and a big kid’s village, and there will be food and drink stalls. Cllr Parry Batth, deputy executive member for the environment, said: “Following the Dinton Pastures consultation last year, residents told us they would like to see the country park used to host different types of events so that’s exactly what we’re trialling with the Marvellous Festival. “I hope lots of Wokingham borough residents thoroughly enjoy all the different music and events taking place at the family friendly
Marvellous Festival and have lots of fun!” Steve Stanton, Marvellous Festival director, said: “We can’t wait to bring the Marvellous Festival to Dinton Pastures this weekend and I hope everyone attending has a fantastic time. We’ve got lots of different types of music being performed on two stages as well as a big kid’s village so I’m sure there will be something for everyone.” Campers will arrive from Friday, and the festival performances start from 1.30pm until around 11pm on Saturday and Sunday. Those attending are also being reminded that the festival entrance for those using the car park is via Sandford Lane (not Davis Street) and should access the road either via Robinhood Lane (Winnersh) or Hurst Road (Twyford). Other frequently asked questions regarding the festival can also be found online at: www. marvellousfestivals.com/faq. Tickets for the festival can be purchased from www.marvellousfestivals.com/tickets.
IT MIGHT seem like wishing the summer away, but a band have announced an early autumn date. Progressive Irish duo Tír na nÓg will be performing at the Oakwood Centre in Woodley on Friday, September 9. Formed by Leo O’Kelly and Sonny Condell in 1970, Tír na nÓg have been described as Alt Folk, Prog Folk, Psych Folk, and even Space Folk. They are known for their songs such as Condell’s Two White Horses, and O’Kelly’s Looking Up. Over the years, they have toured Europe with big names such as Jethro Tull, The Who, Cat Stevens, T. Rex, Roxy Music and Elton John. However, the pair say that they never plan their set list in advance: the music just flows as the mood takes them. “Even when we do gigs we never plan what we're going to do!” O'Kelly said. “Just before we go out on the stage we'll say what the first song is going to be, and that's often Time is Like a Promise – it's kind of our signature and it kind of grounds us.
“But after that – and sometimes we don't start with that! – we never have a setlist. So it's never organised.” Last year the duo released their first new studio album, The Dark Dance, in 42 years. They’ve followed it up this year with a live album that they say features songs both old and new that captures the spirit and vitality of their stunning live performances. Despite not planning their shows, you can be sure that Tír na nÓg will be performing songs from both albums when they appear at the Oakwood Centre this September. They will be supported by Crystal Jacqueline, a singer from Devon who will perform songs from her album Rainflower as well as some cover versions. Tickets for the Tír na nÓg and Crystal Jacqueline gig at The Oakwood Centre in Woodley cost £12.50. Doors open at 7.30pm on Friday, September 9. For more details, or to book, log on to www.brownpapertickets.com/ event/2540096
At the theatre Basingstoke – The Anvil www.anvilarts.org.uk 01256 844244 Basingstoke Academy of Dancing. Sat-Sun.
Basingstoke – The Haymarket www.anvilarts.org.uk 01256 844244 Live 2 Dance 2016. Sat. Fusion Dance Show. Fri 22-Sat 23.
Bracknell – South Hill Park www.southhillpark.org.uk (01344) 484123 Speakeasy Night with Julia Titus. Sat. Wilde Sundays. Sun. Creative Control Band Night. Sun. West Forest Sinfonia. Sun. The Tempest. Tues-Sat 23. The Magic of A Thousand Strings. Fri 22. The Birthday Girls: Party In Progress. Fri 22. It’s Raining Cats and Dogs? Sat 23. Creative
Control Band Night. Sun 24. FILMS: X-Men: Apocalypse. Fri-Sun. Our Kind of Traitor. Fri-Sun. Truman. Tues. Sing Street. Wed. Louder Than Bombs. Thurs. A Hologram For The King. Fri-Sun. Andre Rieu’s 2016 Maastricht Concert. Sat 22.
Camberley – Theatre www.camberleytheatre.biz 01276 707600 Lonnie Donegan Jnr: 60th Anniversary Concert. Fri. Theatre in the Park: Romeo and Juliet. Sat. Camberley Youth Theatre: Our House. Sun. FILM: The Big Sleep. Tues. Open Mic Night. Wed. Acoustic Lounge: Ramon Ruiz - Guitar. Thurs.
Didcot – Cornerstone www.cornerstone-arts.org 01235 515144 Access All Areas: creative activities for people with learning
disabilities. Fri. Stuart Maconie: The Pie at Night. Sat. Blewbury Players present: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Wed-Sat 23. Dance Connection Presents Carpe Noctem: Seize The Night. Thurs-Sat 23.
Guildford – Yvonne Arnaud www.yvonne-arnaud.co.uk 01483 440000 Main stage closed until Sept 16.
Henley – Kenton Theatre www.kentontheatre.co.uk 01491 575698 Elton John Tribute Show: Your Songs. Fri-Sat.
Motown Show. Fri 22.
Maidenhead – Norden Farm www.nordenfarm.org 01628 788997 Dnanu Buckler’s Magic Salon. Fri. The Studio Session. Sat. Sunday Stories at the Farm. Sun. Tatcho Drom. Sun. Megan Henwood and Jackie Oates. Wed. Flamenco Incognito. Thurs. Limehouse Lizzy. Fri 22. Laurie Holloway and His Trio. Sat 23. Alemdia Theatre Live: Richard III. Sun 24. FILMS: A Hologram For The King. Tues-Wed. Sing Street. TuesWed. Love and Friendship. Sun 24.
Progress. SOLD OUT. Wed. The Colour of Time. Fri. Comedy Fundraiser: Clare Plested and Alison Thea-Skot. Sat 23. FILM: Me Before You (12a). Sat-Wed. St Peter’s And the Papal Basilicas of Rome. Thurs. Almedia Live: Richard III. Thurs. Our Kind of Traitor (15). Sat-Thurs. Elvis and Nixon. Until Sat 23.
Newbury – The Watermill www.watermill.org.uk. 01635 46044 Watership Down. Until Sat 23. Book Club with Elisabeth Luard. Fri. The Ugly Duckling. Sat.
High Wycombe – Wycombe Swan
Newbury – The Corn Exchange
Reading – South Street
www.wycombeswan.co.uk 01494 512000 Jimmy Carr. Fri. Kobika Dance 2016. Sat. ELO Experience. Sun. Chaplin. Thurs. Roy Hemmings
www.cornexchangenew.com 0845 5218 218 Mark Thomas: Work In Progress. Fri. Rhythm of the Dance. Sat. Susan Calman: Work In
www.readingarts.com 0118 960 6060 I Do. Fri-Sun. The Last Post. Sat-Sun. The Final Whistle. Tues-Sat 23.
Reading – Hexagon www.readingarts.com 0118 960 6060 Next show: Reading Rep Theatre presents Ben Hur. Sept 1-3.
Reading – Progress Theatre www.progresstheatre.co.uk 0118 384 2195 Open Air Shakespeare 2016: A Midsummer Night’s Dream. Until Sat 23.
Shinfield – Shinfield Players www.shinfieldplayers.org.uk 0118 975 8880 A Slice of Saturday Night. Fri-Sat.
Sonning – The Mill www.millatsonning.com 0118 969 8000 Agatha Christie’s The Hollow. Until Sept 3. The Johnny Cash Roadshow. Sun. The Swinging Big Band. Sun 24.
Windsor – Theatre Royal www.theatreroyalwindsor.co.uk 01753 853888 Pygmalion. Until Sat. A Night on Broadway. Sun. Tap Factory. Mon-Sat 23.
Woking – New Victoria www.ambassadortickets.com 0844 871 7645 That’s Entertainment. Until Sat. Footloose. Mon-Sat 23.
Wokingham – Theatre www.wokingham-theatre.org.uk 0118 978 5363 Donkeys’ Years. Until Sat 23.
Woodley – Theatre www.woodleytheatre.org 07939 210121 NEXT SHOW: Be My Baby. Sept 27-Oct 1.
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THE WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL (PEACH PLACE, PEACH STREET, WOKINGHAM) COMPULSORY PURCHASE ORDER 2015 Section 226(1)(a) of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990, Section 13 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976 and the Acquisition of Land Act 1981
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1. Notice is hereby given that the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, in exercise of his powers under the above Acts, on 5 July 2016 confirmed The Wokingham Borough Council (Peach Place, Peach Street, Wokingham) Compulsory Purchase Order 2015 submitted by Wokingham Borough Council. 2. The order as confirmed provides for the purchase for the purposes of development, redevelopment or improvement of land by part demolition of existing properties, part refurbishment of existing properties and erection of a mixed use development to include Class A1-A5 units and new residential units (Class C3 Dwellings), together with the creation of a new public square and enhanced public realm and landscaping works, new public toilets and associated works, of the land and the new rights described in the Schedule hereto. 3. A copy of the order as confirmed by the Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government and of the map referred to therein have been deposited at the offices of Wokingham Borough Council at Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN and may be seen at all reasonable hours. 4. The order as confirmed becomes operative on the date on which this notice is first published. A person aggrieved by the order may, by application to the High Court within 6 weeks from that date, challenge its validity under section 23 of the Acquisition of Land Act 1981. The grounds for challenge can be that the authorisation granted by the order is not empowered to be granted or that there has been a failure to comply with any relevant statutory requirement relating to the order. SCHEDULE LAND COMPRISED IN THE ORDER AS CONFIRMED • 1 – 5 Rose Street, Wokingham • Private car park at Rose Street, Wokingham • Electricity substation to the rear of 39 Market Place, Wokingham • Service yard to the rear of 39 - 40 Market Place, Wokingham • Public car park at Rose Street, Wokingham • Public conveniences at Rose Street car park, Wokingham • Storage shed adjacent to Unit 5 Bush Walk, Market Place, Wokingham • Alleyway to the side of 36b Market Place, Wokingham • 34 – 35 Market Place, Wokingham • Service yard to the rear of 36, 36A and 36B Market Place, Wokingham • 2 – 22 Peach Street, Wokingham • The Arcade off Peach Street, Wokingham • Service yard to the rear of 16a – 22 Peach Street, Wokingham • Electricity substation to the rear of 16 Peach Street, Wokingham • Part of the Marks and Spencer’s car park, Wokingham • Land to the rear of Wokingham Methodist Church, Rose Street, Wokingham
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AUL FEIG means well. He has good intentions; almost singlehandedly championing funny women in Hollywood by directing them in comedies like Melissa McCarthy vehicles The Heat and Spy, and one of the industry’s most important comedies in recent years, Bridesmaids. That’s on top of acclaimed TV series such as Weeds and Nurse Jackie. And now he’s directed an all-female reboot of classic Eighties comedy Ghostbusters. Ahead of its release, the film drew criticism from certain quarters for the decision to switch the sex of the four main characters, leaving some aghast and many of us incredulous at the response. It’s 2016 for goodness’ sake. The women cast are among America’s funniest actresses – Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarthy alongside Saturday Night Live’s Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones, so what on earth are the haters even chatting about? Gender issues aside, though, is it any good? Well, let’s look at the plot. The film opens with a sequence akin to the library ghost scene in the original, setting out its stall early on – this is going to have similarities with and references to its esteemed forerunner. It goes on to mesh plot elements from the first with plot elements from the second – specifically in the character of Rowan (Neil Casey), a janitor-cumevil-genius who is, like Vigo, the nefarious baddie of the second film, boosted by an injection of comic book supervillain reminiscent of Marvel’s Electro (seen in The Amazing Spider-Man 2). Basically, supernatural activity in New York is at an all-time high and a disparate band of paranormal investigators come together to help rid the city of the malevolent presence that threatens to destroy the city. One of them’s scientist and lapsed believer, Erin Gilbert (Wiig), who’s working at a university where she hopes to earn a tenure while trying to keep her background as author of a book entitled Ghosts From Our Past quiet. Another is her co-author, former friend Abby Yates (McCarthy), also working in an
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THE NEW RIGHTS COMPRISED IN THE ORDER AS CONFIRMED The right to enter on the land in Wokingham referred to below in order to carry out works for and in connection with the development described above including in each case the following works and rights: • Retail premises at 36 Market Place Wokingham occupied by Superdrug Plc - The right to carry out building and demolition works on adjoining land, the right to protect and make good the building on the land in consequence of building and demolition works on adjoining land, the right to modify, disconnect, alter, divert and reconnect service apparatus, and the right to install, retain, maintain and renew photo voltaic panels and mechanical plant on the roof of the building for the purpose of serving the development • Retail premises at 36 Market Place Wokingham occupied by Costa Coffee – The right to carry out building and demolition works on adjoining land, the right to protect and make good the building on the land in consequence of building and demolition works on adjoining land, and the right to install, retain, maintain and renew photo voltaic panels and mechanical plant on the roof of the building for the purpose of serving the development • Land to the side of 24 Peach Street Wokingham known as Redan Public House - The right to erect temporary scaffolding on the land for the duration of the building works on the land and adjoining land, the right to install a protective walkway over the existing rear footway for the duration of the building works on the land and adjoining land, the right to carry out building and demolition works on adjoining land, the right to protect and make good the building on the land in consequence of building works, and the right to enter on the land in connection with the maintenance, repair and renewal of building works • Land comprising part of the Marks and Spencer’s Car Park, Peach Street, Wokingham - The right to erect and retain temporary scaffolding on the land for the duration of building works on the land and adjoining land, the right to carry out building and demolition works on adjoining land, and the right to carry out works to the land including resurfacing works and reconfiguration of the car parking spaces • Land to the rear of Wokingham Methodist Church, Rose Street, Wokingham – The right to carry out resurfacing and replanting works on the land • Land by the entrance to the Bradbury Centre at Wokingham Methodist Church, Rose Street, Wokingham - The right to remove the existing handrail on the land and install a new reconfigured handrail within the land as a consequence of removal of the existing handrail on adjoining land Dated: 15 July 2016 Signed: Bernie Pich, Head of Town Centre Regeneration PART 1 FORM OF STATEMENT OF EFFECT OF PARTS II AND III OF THE COMPULSORY PURCHASE (VESTING DECLARATIONS) ACT 1981 Power to make general vesting declaration 1. Wokingham Borough Council (hereinafter called “the Authority”) may acquire any of the land described in the Schedule above by making a general vesting declaration under section 4 of the Compulsory Purchase (Vesting Declarations) Act 1981. This has the effect, subject to paragraph 4 below, of vesting the land in the Authority at the end of the period mentioned in paragraph 2 below. A declaration may not be made before the end of a period of two months from the first publication of a notice which includes this statement except with the consent in writing of every occupier of the land affected. Notices concerning general vesting declaration 2. As soon as may be after the Authority make a general vesting declaration, they must serve notice of it on every occupier of any of the land specified in the declaration (except land where there is one of the tenancies described in paragraph 3) and on every person who gives them information relating to the land in pursuance of the invitation contained in any notice. When the
service of notices of the general vesting declaration is completed, a further period begins to run. This period, which must not be less than 28 days, will be specified in the declaration. On the first day after the end of this period (“the vesting date”) the land described in the declaration will, subject to what is said in paragraph 4, vest in the Authority together with the right to enter on the land and take possession of it. Every person on whom the Authority could have served a notice to treat in respect of his interest in the land (other than a tenant under one of the tenancies described in paragraph 3) will be entitled to claim compensation for the acquisition of his interest in the land, with interest on the compensation from the vesting date. Modifications with respect to certain tenancies 3. In the case of certain tenancies, the position stated above is subject to modifications. The modifications apply where the tenancy is either a “minor tenancy”, i.e. a tenancy for a year or a yearly tenancy or a lesser interest, or “a long tenancy which is about to expire”. The latter expression means a tenancy granted for an interest greater than a minor tenancy but having on the vesting date a period still to run which is not more than the period specified in the declaration for this purpose (which must be more than a year). In calculating how long a tenancy has still to run, where any option to renew or to terminate it is available to either party, it shall be assumed that the landlord will take every opportunity open to him to terminate the tenancy while the tenant will use every opportunity to retain or renew his interest. 4. The modifications are that the Authority may not exercise the right of entry referred to in paragraph 2 in respect of land subject to a tenancy described in paragraph 3 unless they first serve notice to treat in respect of the tenancy and then serve every occupier of the land with a notice of their intention to enter and take possession after the period (not less than 14 days from the service of the notice) specified in the notice. The right of entry will be exercisable at the end of that period. The vesting of the land will be subject to the tenancy until the end of that period or until the tenancy comes to an end, whichever happens first. Every person who, if a general vesting declaration were made in respect of all of the land comprised in the Schedule, would be entitled to compensation in respect of any such land, is invited to give information to the Authority making the declaration in the prescribed form with respect to his name and address and the land in question. The relevant prescribed form is set out below. PART 2 THE WOKINGHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL (PEACH PLACE, PEACH STREET, WOKINGHAM) COMPULSORY PURCHASE ORDER 2015
To: Damon Emes, Wokingham Borough Council, Civic Offices, Shute End, Wokingham, RG40 1BN [I] [We] being [a person] [persons] who, if a general vesting declaration were made under section 4 of the Compulsory Purchase (Vesting Declarations) Act 1981 in respect of all the land comprised in the compulsory purchase order cited above in respect of which notice to treat has not been given, would be entitled to claim compensation in respect of [all] [part of] that land, give you the following information, pursuant to the provisions of section 3 of that Act.
1 Name and address of informant(s) (i) _____________________________________________________________________________
2 Land in which an interest is held by informant(s) (ii) _____________________________________________________________________________
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i. In the case of a joint interest insert the names and addresses of all the informants. ii. The land should be described concisely. iii. If the interest is leasehold, the date of commencement and length of term should be given. If the land is subject to a mortgage or other incumbrance, details should be given, e.g. name of building society and roll number.
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Wimbledon ace Willis storms up the rankings By LEWIS RUDD lrudd@wokinghampaper.co.uk WOKINGHAM’S Marcus Willis has seen his Wimbledon heroics result in a huge surge up the ATP rankings. The 25-year-old, who lived out the dream when taking on one of the game’s greats in Roger Federer on Centre Court at SW19, has shot up from 772 to 418 in the standings. Former Forest School pupil Willis played out arguably one of the greatest fairy tales of recent times when storming through six qualifying rounds to make his bow at the Grand Slam tournament. But it did not stop there, as a victory over Ricardas Berankis, then ranked more than 700 places above him, sealed a second-round date with the seven-time Wimbledon champion and a place in the nation’s hearts. The Swiss, though, would go on to take the honours in a 6-0 6-3 6-4 victory. Yet it is quite a turnaround for Willis, who at one point was on the verge of quitting the court – only for a spell coaching with Warwick Boat Club to rediscover his love for Tennis. His rise to national stardom has also
n SW19 star now in world’s top 400
It has been quite a few weeks for Marcus Willis
had a positive impact in Warwickshire, too, as its numbers have been swelling ever since he took on Federer, with an upcoming camp now fully booked. “If you’d told me that before this all happened I would have bitten your hand off, that’s great,” he said. “I’m glad more kids are playing and enjoying their tennis.” Willis will soon be heading off to
America to contest some exhibition matches before looking to get back into the swing of things and compete at some tournaments. Novak Djokovic continues to top the rankings and maintains a healthy lead over 2016 Wimbledon Champion, Andy Murray. Serena Williams, leads the way in the Women’s standings.
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Top stuff from the Men seals Cup win THE MEN at Wokingham Bowls Club march on to the final stages of the National Top Club tournament after comfortably seeing off Royal Household. The team was up throughout the contest and sealed a date at Tilehurst through a polished performance. Wokingham would win in four of the five disciplines: Neil Jones succeeding in the two-wood singles and Martin O’Connor and Gareth Colebrook triumphing in the pairs 22-14 before Andy Franklin, Len Cooke, Malcolm Giles and Bob Thompson outscored their counterparts by 31 shots to 12. Clive Tarran was handed victory in his match by default after his opponent withdrew having felt unwell. The only loss for Wokingham came in the triples, where Michael Duggan, Trevor Gilmour and John Scowen slipped to a 12-5 reverse. n A RINK win by 17 shots for skip Paul Melhuish and Malcolm Giles, Martin O’Connor and Martin Brailey was not enough for club’s Kennet League side, which was beaten 89-82 at Reading. n THERE was disappointment for the B team too, who were outscored on all four rinks, which contributed to a 109-44 loss against Caversham in Division 2. n UP AGAINST Twyford in Division 3, Wokingham C would also end up on the wrong end of the result. Every point recorded by the club was doubled by the opposition, who were
The Men defeated Royal Household
comfortable 109-44 winners. Over 60s A WIN by a margin of 14 shots for Bob Thompson’s rink was the standout result for a Wokingham A side which returned from Woodley celebrating a 67-48 success in the Kennet LX League. Thompson’s triple picked up 25 shots compared to the opposition’s 11. n IN THE same division, the club’s B team entertained Three Mile Cross – but would finish the game beaten 52-44. Amid the disappointment, however, skip Stuart Slocombe, George Hayne and Gerry Deeves did inflict a 15-shot defeat on the opposing rink. n THERE was no joy for Wokingham C, either. Guests of Maiden Erlegh A in Division 2, one match finished a draw and there was very little between the sides on another, but an 11-shot reverse on the third saw the home side record a 56-44 victory. n A RATHER lousy week for the section continued when the D team took on Great Hollands in Division 4.
The contest, which finished 109-97, went the way of the Bracknell side. Friendlies ALTHOUGH the rink wins finished equal, accumulating a greater number of shots saw Wokingham prevail 109-97 when up against Shiplake in a mixed friendly, but in a same format fixture with the University of Reading, Wokingham were beaten 94-69. A consolation, however, would come in the form of a seven-shot rink win for Paul Dollery (skip), Ann Taylor and Eric Dutton. n A SELECTION of the club’s men and women took on sides from the Ad Finem Bowling Association to mixed fortunes. Helped by the top performing rink skipped by Barry Woolley, which won by 13 shots, and further wins for George Hayne, Eric Nathan, Roger Dollery and David Smith, the men would emerge as victors by 129 shots to 90. The ladies, though, would fall to a 57-43 loss.
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ICE HOCKEY
Smital looks to Kafan for goals as Stead completes a return to the Hive KRYSTOF KAFAN has become the first import signing to be announced by Bracknell Bees for the 2016/17 season. The 26-year-old Czech forward arrives at The Hive from Tours in France for what will be his first jaunt in the English game. And Bees fans should have genuine reason to be excited by the new arrival, as the shooter has scored consistently throughout his career. Starting out with the Under-18s section at HC Litvinov, Kafan found the net 53 times and helped lay on 24 further goals during 89 appearances before a switch to the U20s yielded 71 strikes and as many assists from 209 games. Krystof also iced 19 times for the club’s Extraliga side before moving on to HC Litomerice for two seasons and then transferring to HC Most and the Czech National Hockey League, where he lit the lamp on 30 occasions and contributed towards 24 more in exactly 174 fixtures. In 2014/15 Kafan quit his country to experience the game elsewhere, sealing a move to GKS Katowice in Poland and a place in the top five of the team scoring charts. But he would only remain there for a year and last season tasted hockey
over the Channel, where in 13 games he notched four times and assisted five others. Bees Head Coach Lukas Smital said of his latest signing and fellow countryman: “This season I have looked to recruit young, up and coming non-British trained players and Krystof, at 26-years-old, fits that brief and joins us for his first venture into the UK game. “He has experience, size and speed - as well as an eye for goal – and I look forward to seeing his efforts and contributions this coming season.” Kafan’s arrival was announced just days after Harvey Stead completed a return to the club. The defenceman, now 20, worked his way through the club ranks before making his Bees debut in 2013/14, from which a further 77 appearances followed. Last year the Championship-winning captain of the Bracknell Drones back in 2014 joined up with M4 rivals Swindon Wildcats, where he provided five assists. But he is a Bee once more and Smital was only too happy to welcome him back, saying: “I’m very happy with his addition to the defensive corps of the squad and I look forward to working with him again.”
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Free taster sessions to be held at Dinton TRY SAILING for free at one of three upcoming Open Days at Dinton Activity Centre. The Hurst facility is inviting members of the public to take to its waters on July 31, August 28 and September 25 (all Sundays). Open to all ages and abilities, professional, qualified instructors will take you aboard and introduce you to the sport of sailing. Dinton Activity Centre is recognised as a Royal Yatching Association (RYA) Training Centre. Steve Mitchell, regional development officer for London and the South East, said: “The Try Sailing Day provides the perfect opportunity to experience dinghy sailing for the first time, or for people thinking about returning to the sport. “The adventure begins here, so whether you are an individual, a family or a couple the venue will have an expert
team on hand to take you on the water to help you have a fantastic session, and will do all they can to ease you into the sport.” The taster sessions, which will run from 1pm to 4pm, come on the back of a successful Family Fun Weekend held at the centre, where more than 150 people gave sailing a go. Alongside this, Dinton will also be hosting weekly sailing courses for children between the ages of eight and 12, from beginners to the more advanced, throughout the summer holidays. Teen sailing days for 13 to 17-year-olds, meanwhile, will take place every Tuesday and Wednesday during the break, while private tuition can be booked by visiting www.dinton-pastures. co.uk/activities-and-education/ To reserve a free sail log on to https:// booking.wokingham.gov.uk/book/ add/p/116
IN BRIEF
Charity Futsal tournament at Bulmershe A CHARITY Futsal tournament for children between the ages of six and nine is taking place in Woodley later this month. Raising funds for the Brain Tumour Charity and organised by Tekkers Football and the Reading and West Berkshire Football League, the event is taking place at Bulmershe Leisure Centre in Woodlands Avenue between 9am and 3pm on Saturday, July 30. The Under-9s section is fully booked, but competition organisers are still accepting entries for teams at U7s and U8s.
To sign up email Lester@ tekkersfootball.co.uk or call 07943 135 802. Basketball JORDAN NICHOLLS has left Reading Rockets. The 21-year-old point guard spent just a year with the Rivermead outfit, but during this time helped the side to the runners-up spot in the National Trophy and Play-Off Championship. “The club wishes Jordan all the best for the future and will be announcing further news on its roster in due course,” said a statement.
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Stam nets a new keeper as Jakkola makes move from South Africa Striker Mendes signs on at Madejski Stadium READING have bolstered their attacking options by bringing in Joseph Mendes for an undisclosed fee. The 25-year-old put pen to paper on a two-year contract at the end of last week and arrives at Madejski Stadium from French Ligue 2 outfit Le Havre. The Frenchman scored nine goals in 24 appearances last season and according to boss Jaap Stam is “the sort of player we need in this team”. He said: “He has good height, he is strong on the ball, he’s quick and he’s a goalscorer as well. “He can play in a central role as a
striker or in a wider forward position, so he gives us good options - and I’m really pleased we have secured his signature.” The 6ft 1ins forward, who lists Grenoble and Le Mans as former clubs, helped Le Havre to a fourth-placed finish last term, only for the side to miss out on promotion back to the top tier on goals scored to Metz. This is despite a 5-0 final day victory, in which Mendes notched twice. “I am very happy to sign for Reading, this is a new challenge for me and I am very happy and will do my best for the fans and the team,” the new recruit said.
JAAP STAM’S shopping spree continued with the signing of Anssi Jaakkola, the goalkeeper becoming the fourth new player to join the club during the close season. The 29-year-old (pictured), who is from Finland and has one international cap for his country, signed a two-year contract upon completing a move from South African side Ajax Cape Town for an undisclosed fee. Having begun his career back at home, Jaakkola was transferred to Italy and
Siena in 2006 before a spell at Slavia Prague in the Czech Republic followed. Then, in 2011, the shot-stopper was snapped up by Kilmarnock, managed at the time by fellow Finn Mixu Paatelainen, where he would go on to make 14 appearances for the Scottish Premier League outfit. From here, Jaakkola moved to Cape Town, keeping goal for the Premier Division side on more than 70 occasions before Stam came calling. He has since joined up with his new team-mates on their pre-season camp in
PRE-SEASON
READING FC
WOMEN’S FOOTBALL
By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk
KELLY CHAMBERS bemoaned her side’s wasteful finishing as Reading Women’s search for a first league win extended to seven matches with defeat to Liverpool Ladies, writes TOM CROCKER. Royals have been impressive on the road so far this campaign with draws at Birmingham, Sunderland and Notts County, but disappointing spells at both ends of the pitch resulted in a 2-0 loss. Tash Harding opened the scoring in the 17th minute on the artificial pitch in Widnes with Laura Coombs doubling the advantage shortly afterwards and try as they might, Reading could not find a way back into the contest. “In the second half the girls came out and performed the way we wanted them to but we just didn’t manage to put the ball in the net,” said Chambers. “It proves at this level that you have to take your chances. “You won’t get many so when they come, you have to put them away.” Reading, who made three changes from their defeat against Arsenal, handed debuts to young right-back Hannah Knapton and fellow full-back Sophie Perry following her transfer from Brighton, while Kylie Davies replaced Molly Bartrip. And the visitors so nearly took the lead when Emma Follis’ speculative long range effort cannoned back off the crossbar. But Liverpool quickly opened up a two-goal advantage, both down Knapton’s side as midfield runners broke beyond the defence and fired across Mary Earps into the far corner. Jade Boho Sayo was denied by goalkeeper Siobhan Chamberlain while Amber Stobbs saw an effort tipped onto the post as Chambers charges drew a blank. “The goals we conceded were weak,” said the manager. “It will be tight down the bottom of the league but we just have to concentrate on what we do. “At the end of the day, we’re underdogs in this league. “We know we have the ability to get points as we’ve proved in the first half of the campaign.” Reading have a week off before hosting the first of three home games in a row, against Birmingham on July 24 with tickets available for £5 at reading.fawsl. com.
Fosu at the double for five-star Royals
Boreham Wood 0 Reading 5 JAAP STAM saw his reign as Reading manager get off to a winning start at Meadow Park last Saturday and said afterwards: “We want to play attacking football”. Royals took a 1-0 lead into the break courtesy of a George Evans strike and then saw a much-changed side improve this advantage greatly in the second half with Deniss Rakels, Tariqe Fosu twice and Liam Kelly adding their name to the scoresheet as the visitors ran out comfortable victors against their National League opponents. “Last season we were playing a different system to the one we’re playing now,” said Stam after watching his side kick-off their pre-season programme on a positive note. “We will have to spend a lot of time improving that system in training. “We want to play attacking football. We want to be creative on the ball and the players up front need to be creative on the ball as well. “They will need to use their own imagination to create something and score goals.” Despite creating numerous chances, the Championship side would not break the deadlock until the stroke of half time. And it was some effort too from Evans, who took a pass from Rakels before sending a shot through a clutch of bodies and past an upright. They also had to do without captain Paul McShane for some 10 minutes as well. The defender took a bang to the head early on and needed several stitches. Boreham’s best chance of the half would fall to a familiar face. Yakubu, who had a short spell with Royals in 2015, is on trial with the host club and almost marked his first game with a goal, only to be denied by Reading keeper Ali Al-Habsi. Latvia striker Rakels would stretch the lead early in the second half when lifting a Yann Kermorgant flick-on over Sam Beasant – son of Royals’ goalkeeper coach Dave – before Fosu opened his account when turning home a Dominic Samuel centre. Just before this, the visitors made no fewer than eight changes, which included a debut for summer signing Denzil Gravenberch. Another recent recruit, Joey Van den Berg, was withdrawn at half-time for Kelly, who directed a set-piece up and over the wall and into the top corner for a 4-0 lead. A fifth was to arrive in stoppage time, where Fosu completed a good workout for the away side when tapping home amid an effective passing move. Reading: Al Habsi, Watson (Dickie 63), Obita (Griffin 63), Cooper (Gravenberch 63), McShane (Jules 63), Van den Berg (Kelly 46), Evans (Tanner 63), Williams (Barrett 63), McCleary (Fosu 46), Rakels (Stacey 63), Kermorgant (Samuel 63). Sub not used: Ward.
the Netherlands and will compete with Ali Al Habsi for the No.1 shirt. Jaakkola follows Denzil Gravenberch, Joey Van den Berg and Joseph Mendes in signing for the club in recent weeks. “It feels great (to be here) and to be back in Europe and back in the UK and I am just excited and eager to get back in the groove,” he said. “I know Ali and have seen him playing for Wigan (Athletic) and playing in the Premier League. He is a great goalkeeper, but I am just trying my best to push him and push myself and fight for the No.1 jersey.”
McShane heralds ‘a new era’ CAPTAIN Paul McShane says he is enjoying training in a “new era” under Jaap Stam. McShane was part of a 22-man squad to take part in a training camp in Holland this week as the players begin to take on board the new style of play in force under a brand new coaching set up. And Republic of Ireland international McShane, who has played for three different managers since joining Reading just a year ago, says there is a positive feeling among the group in Oosterbeek. “There has been a good atmosphere since we’ve come back,” said McShane. “The lads have dusted themselves off from last season when it ended disappointingly. “We just wanted to move on and now it’s a new era.” He added: “It’s the sort of place where you can really knuckle down and concentrate. “It’s pretty much training, eating and sleeping. It’s been good to get our fitness going and it’s a bit of a different style with a new manager and staff. “There has been a lot of 11 v 11 play and a lot of tactical stuff, so it has been really good.” “We’re practicing on it every day so I think the lads know in their minds what the manager wants. After playing in alternative styles
Paul McShane says there is a good atmosphere about the place Picture: Gemma Davidson
under previous bosses Steve Clarke and Brian McDermott, McShane admits different things are asked of the players under the Dutch regime. But the skipper was quick to sing their praises and says he is looking forward to welcoming the international players back into the group. “The manager and coaches have been brilliant since they’ve come in and the
atmosphere has been much better,” said McShane. “We’ve still got a lot of good players to come back into it so it’s been a good start. “The coaching has been really, really good. “We applied it in the game against Boreham Wood and I think the lads are getting to know what the manager and coaches want day by day.”
Why change will be good for the game
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HERE was big news in the WSL this week. The women’s game will now return to a winter league for the following season. This year there has been a number of complaints surrounding the summer league from teams, fans and my mother with the inconsistency of fixtures. Even the weather hasn’t been great. We have mid-season breaks consisting of six weeks, random two-week gaps with no fixtures and then three-game weeks. Quite frustrating as you can imagine. I think this announcement will be welcomed by all people involved in the game as a positive step in the right direction. I personally think its great. Going forward this will allow clubs to gather momentum in the season, something which has been lacking this year. This change allows the league to mirror others in Europe, which should result in aiding performances for English clubs in European competitions. The summer league has also often been criticised as it has been described as affecting English teams’ chances of
LOIS ROCHE The Reading FC Women’s midfielder writes exclusively for The Wokingham Paper competing in the Champions League. Saturday wasn’t a good day for us, we suffered a 2-0 defeat away to Liverpool. A sloppy first 20 minutes from us resulted in two Liverpool goals within quick succession. Going into the second half we left ourselves a mountain to climb and while we fought back really well, creating some chances, unfortunately we couldn’t find the net. I’d like to just give a special mention to our fans for their support so far this season, it has been second to none. We really appreciate the effort you put in to make every game as we’ve been on the road more often than not this season. However, we now move on and look for our first league win of the season.
What better place to get it then in front of our home fans as we host Birmingham (finally a home game) on July 24 at Adams Park (2pm kick-off). Last time we played Birmingham it was a very competitive open game, with both teams failing to unlock one another and ending in a goalless draw. Portugal, meanwhile, were crowned champions of Europe. Hate to say I told you so... Within 20 minutes of his managerial career Ronaldo wins the Euros. Is there anything the man can’t do? To be fair it was a pretty boring game until the moths got involved and livened up proceedings. They were even giving it some on Twitter after the game. Well, with the Euros finally coming to an end (me predicting the winner) and Love Island now finished (predicted the winner on that as well), I now have my life back… Follow Lois on Twitter @_Roche. Got a question or topic you’d like Lois to cover in her column next week? Tweet us @WokinghamSport or email sport@ wokinghampaper.co.uk
The winless streak rolls on in Widnes
READING: Earps; Knapton (Bartrip 45), McGee (c), Davies, Perry; Hines (Walkley 80), Rowe, Bruton; Follis, Ward (Stobbs 45), Boho Sayo. Subs not used: Sansom, Cox, Jones, Roche. Yellow cards: Davies (34), Stobbs (67) LIVERPOOL: Chamberlain, Murray, Bonner (c), Ingle, Greenwood, Longhurst, Coombs, White (Zelem 71), van de Sanden (Hodson 86), Harding (Charles 82), Weir. Subs not used: Gibbons, Harris, van den Berg, Green. Goals: Harding (17), Coombs (24) Referee: Steven Copeland Attendance: 511
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Barrable helps Twyford tighten grip on top spot DIVISIONS 2-3
DEFEATING near neighbours Knowl Hill by five wickets saw Twyford and Ruscombe further strengthen their grip on top spot in Division 3. Thanks to another stellar innings from captain Stuart Barrable and Chandra Cherukuri’s three-wicket haul earlier in the day the Stanlake Meadow side were celebrating a sixth win of a season which looks ever-likely to end with promotion. Home side Knowl, who only had 10 players for the fixture, would win the toss and elect to bat, but after showing signs of promise limped to a score of 150-9. Ian Millson would lead the way with a centre piece hit of 42, but it was slow going for the opener, who occupied the crease for 117 balls before being run out. His knock was in stark contrast to that of Jordy Duffy, who knocked up 37 from just 38 deliveries prior to becoming the first victim for Cherukuri. The next best effort with the bat would come down in the tail, where captain Adam Brookman totted up 20, but with the attack doing its job the fixture was now Twyford’s to lose. Hill would need to utilise the qualities which have seen them defend modest totals in the past, and removing Marc Teal (22) gave them a glimmer of hope. Opener Robin Thompson (pictured above) and next man in Barrable – fresh from his 85 against Tring Park 2nd the weekend before – however, would extinguish any optimism. The pair would put on a second-wicket stand of 92, of which the skipper contributed 66 before falling to Joe Brookman, but Thompson continued in his absence and finished unbeaten on 42 as the league leaders reached their target in the 30th over. Watchful innings from Uprenda Deshpande and Anish Pandey steered WOODLEY 2ND to their target of 129 against West Reading 3rd, with this nine-wicket triumph consolidating third place and the club’s involvement in the promotion race. It was quite a day for Deshpande, who asked the opposition to bat and then went on to take 3-26. Pandey also celebrated a three-wicket haul, but his came for the loss of only 11 runs. With Adrees Afzal (2-17), Gowtham Payavula and Anath Suraj also getting in on the act, Wests, helped enormously by Kaseem Ali’s 63, were removed for just 128. Woodley’s reply was dealt an early setback when opener Emad Khan was caught on 17, but this proceeded to unite Deshapande and Pandey at the crease. Through an unbeaten 45 for the captain and Pandey’s top score of 53, the visitors quickly wrapped up the win, with the chase completed inside 21 overs. Big scores celebrated by Akeesh Khokhar and Ali Jalil ensured FARLEY HILL were too strong for CROWTHORNE AND CROWN WOOD 2ND. The Division 2 leaders have promotion firmly in their grasp after recording a seventh win in eight games with this comfortable 138-run success. Farley’s innings was built around Khokhar and Jalil, who were in an unforgiving mood with the bat, striking up 65 and 80 respectively – as well as
sharing a third-wicket stand of 73. Although Doug Charman, Dan Finucane and Nirav Upadhyay all secured two scalps, it was a tough session for the home side, who were to conceded a score of 266-6 to their high-fling opponents. And their time in the middle proved to be just as difficult, with the Crows offering just 128 runs in reply. The greater share of these went to opener Suraj Puttige, who made 27, with the extras column providing the next best return (20). Heavily disrupting the chase was Craig Jorey, who fronted the attack with 3-29 as Johan Vorster and Nick Timms shared another four wickets. The closest local team to Farley in the standings is SHINFIELD, but they were to fall behind the pace after losing their third-plays-second encounter with Peppard Stoke Row by four wickets. Ankush Gandhi, with 35, and Richard Madgwick (32) both made starts, but both were outscored by Sunreet Basra, who accumulated 37 down at seven. Yet a lack of support from elsewhere within the line-up meant the away side were unable to push on as an intermittent innings would conclude with the side all out for 175. A couple of early wickets kept things interesting, but the points would remain in Peppard thanks to the half-century 58 hit by Richard Ashton and Simon Gozzard’s 42. Shinfield’s Atiq Javed and Parmul Pai did manage to pick up two wickets each amid the disappointment. EMMBROOK AND BEARWOOD 2ND pulled themselves off the foot of the table with a four-wicket win at Earley. Knights’ captain Gary Shacklady chose to put his side into bat, but it was a decision which was to backfire. Firing on all cylinders, Emmbrook’s bowling attack was to secure them the upper hand in this borough bout, as two wickets each for Luke Wayborn, Mark Lazenbury, Thomas Wells and Alex Cobb helped skittle out the opposition for just 95. Knocking off such a small total, however, was not so straight forward for the guests, and they would be hugely indebted to captain Sanjeev Jain for guiding them over the line. The bulk of the runs would come from the opener, who kept his cool as wickets fell cheaply around him, knocking up 53 before being trapped leg before by Chris Hyde. With Tom McNelly adding 17 more to the total, victory was secured in the 29th over. Also doubling their win count for the season was WALTHAM ST LAWRENCE. They contained Sandhurst 2nd to an opening score of 185-6 and then bettered it thanks to Lee Capeling’s 62. Andy Maliff, Wasim Javed, Chris England, Asif Ali and William Reid all shared a wicket, but despite the scoring being pedestrian like, the visitors managed to stick it out and take something into the field. Waltham also found things tough on a dead track, but through some patient stroke play from Capeling and Wasim Javed, who played the supporting role well with an unbeaten 46, the hosts would seal a welcome and much-needed win with five overs to spare.
THEWOKINGHAMPAPER Friday, July 15, 2016
BERKSHIRE CRICKET LEAGUE
The A-team: Archie and Andy run Ruislip ragged n Emmbrook pair Carter and Webb seal remarkable victory PREMIER DIVISION AND DIVISION 1 By LEWIS RUDD lrudd@wokinghampaper.co.uk SWASHBUCKLING stands from Archie Carter and Andy Webb saw Wokingham and Emmbrook produce a stunning run chase to defeat Ruislip Victoria by six runs. Hit for 272-8 earlier in the day after inserting the opposition into bat, the hosts’ chances of securing victory looked slim. However, Webb and Carter were up for the fight and through the 92 scored by the former and a century 104 from the Berkshire colt, Emmbrook would go on to savour a remarkable victory which also moved them out of the Premier Division drop zone. It was clearly an afternoon of mixed emotions for the Lowther Road side, with despondence probably the dominant feeling having been hit for a huge score on their own track. But with the firepower possessed by Webb and young all-rounder Carter, the hosts need not have worried. The two batsmen took the challenge in their stride, scoring at a rapid rate as the winning post became ever closer. Each would suffer contrasting outcomes as Webb fell just short of a ton, while Carter (pictured) made it to three figures, but between them the pair pretty much got the job done. Because of their heroics, it was left to Matt Smart (24), Leo Bangs (5no) and Phil West (9no) to negotiate the winning runs, with the celebrations commencing at the end of the 37th over. Kashif Ali’s star turn with the ball helped WOODLEY pull off an eight-wicket triumph against CROWTHORNE AND CROWN WOOD at Woodford Park. The bowler took fine figures of 5-42 and ruined the opposition’s hopes of setting a competitive total having won the toss and electing to bat.
Crowthorne and Crown Wood’s Will Avrili is removed for a golden duck when clean bowled by Woodley’s Kashif Ali during this Premier Division clash at Woodford Park
A equal score of 26 from opening pair Anthony Cluett and Richard Barron appeared to get the session off to a good start, but the contest was soon to witness a momentum shift and the innings slip into decline. Crowthorne would tumble from 55-2 to 94-8 as Ali and Usman Ghani Asif (3-35) took charge. Some respite for the visitors would arrive when Jeff Cluett slogged his way to a top score of 28 down at nine, but a lack of support from the opposite end would result in the side being dismissed in the 27th over for 122. Removing Faisal Ahmed for 17 with the score on 23 would offer some encouragement for the Crows, but such a feeling was only temporary as it would bring Woodley captain Amjad Ali to the crease. Although still some way off their target, Ali would produce a knock to justify his position as leader, striking up an unbeaten 80 and steering his side to the honours. And he was in no mood to hang
around, with the required total reached in just 17 overs. In a game which saw only six wickets fall, Waqas Ashraf and Salman Hamidi ensured BERKSHIRE COUNTY SPORTS (BCS) outscored Stratfield Turgis/Hartley Wespall to remain the top team in Division 1. While scores of 64 not out and 89 respectively for Startfield’s Daniel Spence and Chris Butcher were impressive, they were also hard-earned on a Sonning Lane track which appeared to be offering little movement. Still, the pair’s efforts combined would help the visiting side to a closing score of 180-3 from 45 overs. Of the wickets to fall, Shuaib Nasir secured 2-23. BCS openers Sohail Abbas (14) and Mubashar Aftab (34) got the scoreboard rolling, but it was not until Ashraf and Hamidi were paired up until the hosts really got to work on their total. Their partnership would be a match-winning and unbroken one, too, with Ashraf’s 56no and Hamidi’s leading knock of 73no ensuring the points remained locally. A win by seven-wickets was recorded in the 28th over.
Anthony Cluett (26) is also removed by Ali Pictures: Jon Nikol
Woodley’s Usman Asif (above) chipped in with 3-35 as Richard Barron and Cluett (right) put some runs on the board
Kashif Ali was the star of the show for Woodley, taking 5-42 during the victory over Crowthorne and Crown Wood
Shinfield 2nd get Lucky as final pair seal dramatic win DIVISION 4
SOME late heroics from Angus Tiffin and Lucky Sardar saw Shinfield 2nd edge past Hawley 2nd and keep up the pressure on leaders Peppard Stoke Row 2nd. The final pairing struck 14 and nine respectively to secure the second-placed side a nervy one-wicket win at the Recreation Ground. Shashi Reddy (28), Liam Prowse (30) and captain Kiran Alluri, who led the field with 36, all scored well for a Shinfield side set a target of 155 for victory. But lowly Hawley were to hit back and had moved to within sight of a win after removing six other batsmen for a score less than nine. But Tiffin and Sardar stood up to the challenge admirably, belling their lowly positions in the order to tot up the remaining runs and carry the relieved hosts over the line. Earlier in the day the visitors from Surrey were restricted to what appeared to be a lightweight looking 154 all out, with Kiran Alluri, Sandeep Bharat and Srinivas Vijayarao all striking twice, but it was still a total which caused the home side plenty of problems. BINFIELD 3RD appear to be nurturing the winning feeling after thrashing EMMBROOK AND BEARWOOD 3RD by 203 runs to secure back-to-back victories. The side had only broke their duck the weekend before but now appear to be on a roll, with the century worked up by opener Chris Morgan helping the away side to a score of 258-7 and a commanding position. Paul Edgington also scored well, making 58 at three, as did Matthew Nicholls (37) and James Collett (30). Although a punishing time in the field, Emmbrook’s Amit Viroja did manage to pick up four wickets (4-53), with Jack Thorne, Ryan Keohane and Joe Williams also trying their best to stop the onslaught by securing a dismissal. Emmbrook’s reply, however, was one to forget. Up against a brutal bowling attack led by Tim Vines, who conceded just six runs during a three-wicket haul, the home side was rolled over for a laboured 53 in the 34th over. The majority of the runs came at the top of the order and from Chris Kingston (16), but he was to be outscored by the extras column (18). The next best score was the eight made by captain Viroja, with 10 batsmen falling for single-figure totals. Backing up Vines with the ball, meanwhile, was Ian Goddard (2-20) and Robert Carson (2-4). Stuart Nock’s 50 and a share of six wickets for Matt Nebbett and Chris Herbert helped WALTHAM ST LAWRENCE 2ND see off CROWTHORNE AND CROWN WOOD 3RD by a margin of 33 runs and move away from the foot of the table. Nock’s stand, and that of fellow opener Krishna Mathur, who added 35 to the scoreboard, proved pivotal as a wobble further down the line up saw the away side crash from 108-3 to 155-9. Pulling apart the innings was John Cartledge, who left the field with figures of 4-26, while Christopher Emes and Mike Storey shared another four dismissals. Thanks to Dave Shaw’s half-century 52, Crowthorne looked well set, yet his departure was to open the floodgates. Through three scalps apiece for Matt Nebbett and Chris Herbert, along with two more for Chris Apps, Waltham surged to victory. Even some late swings from Mike Storey (10) and Marshall Miller (13) was unable to change the outcome, with their efforts proving in vain as the hosts crumbled to 132 all out.
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Friday, July 15, 2016 THEWOKINGHAMPAPER
HOME COUNTIES PREMIER LEAGUE
Finch can ‘absolutely’ win the league n Skipper Marles talks up club’s title chances ahead of top-of-the-table clash By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk “THERE is absolutely no reason why we can’t win the league.” That was the message from league leading Finchampstead captain Dan Marles as his charges prepare to host second placed Banbury on Saturday. After a slow start to life back in the top flight of the Home Counties Premier League, a string of six wins in succession has seen Finches rise above everyone else to lead the field just past the halfway mark. The latest success came after a fine bowling display to beat Burnham by 95 runs with JJ Dewes and Jandre Coetzee taking five wickets apiece. The win sees the gap at the top open up to 10 points and Marles admits this weekend’s clash at Finchampstead Park is massive for the club. “It was a bit of a fairy tale last year and obviously it’s looking like that this year,” the captain told The Wokingham Paper. “If we can keep playing the cricket we have produced in the last six weeks, there’s absolutely no reason why we can’t win the league. “Four or five weeks ago I said to you maybe we’re not in the chase but now, when you get yourself in this position you’ve got to start thinking realistically. “Yes we can win the league and we’ve got to play our best cricket over the next three weeks and show how good we really are as a side.” It was not quite plain sailing for Finch as they made the trip to Burnham last weekend, one of the two sides to have beaten Marles’ men this season. After losing the toss and being put Jandre into bat the visitors Coetzee – in got off to the a numbers nightmare start, Played: 7 losing opener Matt Won: 6 Jones for a duck. Wickets continued Lost: 0 Overs bowled: 81 to tumble in the top Wickets taken: 31 and middle order with Billy Rogers and Runs conceded: Andrew House top 163 scoring with 21 each as Finch tumbled to a worrying looking 92-7. However, all was not lost as front-line
JJ Dewes helped Finchampstead rack up a sixth straight victory, taking 5-25 to help restrict Burnham to 95 all out
bowlers Coetzee and Matt Carter came in at eight and nine, hitting 51 and 41 respectively to rescue the innings and lift Finchampstead to 185 before they were bowled out. “We haven’t really had many opportunities to bat the full squad for a while and it showed Maidens: 24 Best figures: 7-16 on Saturday,” admitted Marles. Five-wicket “We were a bit hauls: 5 rusty and there % of team were a few bad wickets: 51.67 shots at the top Innings batted: 3 order. Runs: 71 “But we were Top score: 51 obviously really Batting Average: thankful that the 23.67 lads down the order got us to 185. “It was not a great position to be in at all at 92-7 but we’ve got players to get us
into winning positions and we bat right the way down. “When you’ve got Matt Carter and Jandre coming in at eight and nine, it’s scary how good we could be if we all start to get it right.
CHILTERNS LEAGUE
Binfield keen to see the Green of a cricket field NEITHER Binfield’s first or second team was in league action at the weekend. Both sides had a free week in the schedule, although for the senior section this would mean the wait for a game continued. Sean Ennis’ men will be hoping for some action when they host Littlewick
“We haven’t done that yet, our highest score is 260 I believe and that’s not really good enough from us.” While there were some issues with the bat there were no such problems with the ball. Two early wickets from Coetzee saw Burnham fall to 11-2 and after a bowling change to bring in spinner Dewes for struggling Carter, wickets began to tumble. Coetzee ended with figures of 5-34 off his 12.2 overs while Dewes managed 5-25 from just seven overs as the duo proved to be a devastating double act, bowling the hosts out for 90. “I know it’s a bit of a cliché but when you’re 92-7 and you end up getting 185, the momentum was all ours,” said Marles. “They’re a strange side Burnham. “They kept playing their shots and that kind of suited the way that JJ and Jandre were bowling. “We are very much a wicket-taking kind of side, we don’t really try and contain. “We do try to take wickets when we bowl so we’re always going to have a chance of bowling sides out for low scores.” Marles has made two changes to his side for this week’s huge Banbury clash as wicketkeeper Sukhi Kang comes in to replace Simon Bell while Dan Lincoln returns in place of Jones, having dropped out late on last week to play in a football trial match. FINCHAMPSTEAD XI v Banbury: Dan Marles (c), Sukhi Kang (wk), Matt Carter, Jandre Coetzee, JJ Dewes, Dan Lincoln, Billy Rogers, Max Uttley, Andy Rishton, Andrew House, Greg Smith.
Green on Saturday (1pm). Because of successive washouts, the Division 1 side have not played in the competition since a draw with Pinkneys Green on June 11. As a result, they have dropped down the standings to seventh. The second string, meanwhile, will be hoping the break does not interrupt their recent winning streak. Following four straight losses, the side had gone on to win their previous five games on the spin and sit fifth in the table as a result. Up next is a trip to third-placed Wraysbury this weekend (1pm).
RUGBY
Derby days cannot come soon enough for McKibbin WHILE relegation from the Aviva Premiership has served as a huge setback to London Irish, scrum-half Brendan McKibbin is relishing the chance to take on four fellow sides based in the capital, writes TOM CROCKER. Exiles join London Welsh, London Scottish, Ealing Trailfinders and Richmond in the Greene King IPA Championship, which promises a number of tasty derby encounters. “The Championship is going to be really competitive this season and there will be extra spice with the addition of the London derbies,” said McKibbin, who lives in Richmond. “As we are the team that has gone down we are naturally going to be a target for every team. “So it’s important that we keep our standards high and ensure that we are
consistent throughout the season. “We need to show every single team respect and if you don’t show them respect, you will be beaten.” He added: “Our supporters have been exceptional and we don’t want to let them down, so it’s important that we make a good start to the season. “Redemption is the key and we want to get back up to the Premiership immediately. “We never want to have the feelings that we experienced at the end of last season.” McKibbin, 30, joined Irish last summer from Super Rugby side Waratahs and spent last season in and out of the team. And the Scotland-born Australian feels he is ready to come back and fight for a regular starting spot after
a tough few sessions with the squad after a revitalising summer break across Europe. “The new management structure have certainly kept pre-season interesting and I can honestly say it has been really hard work,” he said. “There is nowhere to hide when you’re wearing live heart monitors! “Everyone is excited to be back and the new faces have brought a lot of energy along with the new management structure. “London Irish is a really good environment to be in at the moment.” n LONDON IRISH have confirmed their three opponents as part of the club’s pre-season schedule. The Exiles will play their first game since relegation from the Aviva Premiership with a clash against rivals
Harlequins at the Stoop on August 13 (3pm) in the Cunningham Duncombe Series. That will be followed by two home matches, against Nottingham Rugby and Loughborough Students, both at Hazelwood, on 19 August and 26 August respectively (both 7.30pm kick-offs). n IRISH will begin their Greene King IPA Championship campaign against Doncaster Knights at Madejski Stadium. Doncaster, who came close to promotion last season, will travel to Berkshire on September 3 while newly promoted Richmond will make the trip to face the Exiles a week later. The club’s first away trip in the second tier will be to Bedford Blues while the reverse fixture against Doncaster will close the regular season on April 15.
38 | SPORT Centurion Clements keeps Wokingham 4s firmly in the mix DIVISIONS 6-9
GLYN CLEMENTS struck a century as Wokingham 4th cemented their position in the top two of Division 8A with a 43-run win over Bagshot 3rd,. The Oaks lost the toss and were put in to bat, but made a mockery of that decision with a dominant display. Losing only three wickets before eventually declaring on 229, Clements led the way with a fabulous 109, ably supported by John Barker (72). Toby Barker was the key man in reply, taking figures of 4-49 as Bagshot fell 33 runs short, bowled out for 186. In the same league, SONNING 3RD slipped to fifth after losing to third-placed Datchet 4th. Waqas Tahir’s 3-47 helped bowl out Datchet for 210 but Naqash Tahir’s top score of 49 was not enough in reply as Sonning were dismissed for 128 with David Quincy (6-34) and Peter Brant (4-40) doing all the damage. EVERSLEY 4TH had an afternoon to forget as they were bowled out for a meagre 30, chasing 172 to try and beat Windsor 4th. The defeat sees them stay bottom of the pile with no wins. Mandip Sohi hit a match-winning, unbeaten 143 as leaders WARGRAVE 2ND swept aside Boyne Hill 3rd by seven wickets in 6B. Scott Morton and John Rimmer took three wickets apiece as Boyne Hill closed on 185-8, but Sohi nearly reached that total all on his own with a brilliant 143 to cruise across the winning line in the 42nd over. Elsewhere, HURST 2ND won a thriller against Theale and Tilehurst 2nd by just four runs. Jack Wrigley (69) top scored as Hurst set a target of 198 to win and it was so nearly reached before Theale and Tilehurst fell for 193 with Josh Harris (3-47) and Tim Everitt (3-56) leading the bowling. Ross Bonnell’s 71 could not prevent WOKINGHAM 3RD from losing to Cove 3rd. Calum Creighton and Cameron Gillespie (both 3-46) helped bowl out Cove for 197, but the Oaks fell short as they were dismissed for 175. Robert Saunders led the way with bat and ball as EVERSLEY 3RD played out a thrilling draw against Henley 4th in 7A. Winning the toss and opting to bat, Henley ticked along to 213-5 off their 47 overs with Saunders taking four wickets, albeit for an expensive 99 runs. But Saunders also shone with the bat, top scoring on 63 ahead of J. Deux-Papas (56) and Paul Ager (32) but the Boars ran out of overs to catch the total, closing on 202-9. FINCHAMPSTEAD 4TH remain top and unbeaten after thrashing Yateley 3rd by eight wickets. Ben Cole (4-30) and Liam Matthews (3-34) helped bowl out Yateley for 174 and the target always looked in reach. Tom Ansell (92no) led the charge, helped across the line by Tom Potter (39no) after Chris Wroot (31) had made a solid contribution. FINCHAMPSTEAD 5TH are also enjoying a fine campaign, unbeaten in second place of 9A following a nine-wicket win over WARGRAVE 3RD. Phenomenal figures of 6-9 by Steve West saw Wargrave dismissed for just 102 and Doug Scholes (84no) enjoyed the chase, firing Finch across the line in the 19th over. Meanwhile, a knock of 77 from Prasad Kulkarni guided WOKINGHAM 5TH to a winning draw over Thatcham Town 4th. After closing on 225-7, the Oaks saw the game peter out as they struggled to break Thatcham down, the hosts ending on 190-6 to earn a share of the contest.
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THAMES VALLEY CRICKET LEAGUE
Thomas’ star turn sees off Chiswick By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk HUW THOMAS secured seven scalps as Wargrave eased past Chiswick and Whitton by five wickets in a high scoring game in Division 2B. Facing a Chiswick side with no wins all season, Wargrave went in expected to triumph, but were made to work hard for their win. While Thomas finished with figures of 7-80, Chiswick batted out their 52 overs, posting a more than competitive total of 234 with Clyde Scott (88) top scoring, after he helped put on an opening stand of 95 with Aman Chopra. But hosts Wargrave started well in reply with Imran Malik (24) the first man out with 57 on the board. Solid runs all the way through the order set up victory with an unbeaten 81 from Arslan Yaseen seeing the side over the line with Luke Taylor (60) also contributing well. The 235 needed came up in the 46th over on a good day for batsmen. In the same league HURST have an uphill struggle to finish top of the table after losing to leaders Henley 2nd by 59 runs. In a battle of the top two, Hurst looked well placed as Phil Higgs (4-58) and Andrew Ruddock (4-78) helped bowl out Henley for 189. But Oliver Lovegrove’s 26 was the best Hurst could muster in reply as Henley dismissed them for 130 with Cameron Jacobsen (6-28) the pick of the bowlers. FINCHAMPSTEAD 2ND remain unbeaten in 2A, but they had to settle for a draw against Maidenhead and Bray. For the first time all season in which their game has been completed, Finch could not get over the line and earn maximum points as struggling Maidenhead ground out a share of the spoils. Batting first, Finch looked well placed to add another win to their tally thanks in no small part to a century from Gary Loveday (107) and half century from Ed Oliver (67) as they closed on 248-6. But taking wickets proved trickier. Maidenhead and Bray clearly set up for a draw and despite the best efforts of Anthony Parson (3-28) and Adam Dewes (3-20), they held on to end on 132-9. EVERSLEY inflicted further misery on Tring Park 2nd with a 76-run victory. Four men reached half centuries for the Boars in Phil Wise (50), James Magowan (63), Tom Wright (74no) and Shane Green (67) as they declared on 284-4.
Tring Park reached 208 in reply before they were bowled out with Chris Last (3-51) posting the best figures. Unbeaten SONNING remain top of 3A after beating Purley-on-Thames by five wickets. Patrick Allen’s 114 helped Purley to 239 before they declared and it proved to be a poor decision as Shahid Khan (74), Zahid Mohammed (45) and Duncan Parr (35no) helped Sonning across the winning line after 45 overs. FINCHAMPSTEAD 3RD are still third following a 33-run success against Reading 2nd. Matt Harper’s 52 was the highlight of a Finch innings which was prematurely ended at 196 all out. But three wickets apiece for Sam Taylor and Josh Lincoln ensured Reading could not reach the target, dismissing them for 130. EVERSLEY 2ND are stuck in the Wargrave’s Luke Taylor cuts the ball away during an innings of 60 against Chiswick and bottom two after falling to a 62-run loss Whitton in Division 2B. The side went on to win by five wickets Pictures: Jon Mikol against Newbury. Batting first, Newbury reached 257-6 before declaring with Joe Tucker (4-85) the pick of the bowlers. But the Boars could not make it to the total despite a half century from Aftab Habib and Michael Judd’s 41, bowled out for 195. An unbeaten 61 from Anthony Clapham helped WOKINGHAM 2ND to a six-wicket victory against Chiswick and Whitton 2nd. Chiswick reached 209 before being dismissed with John McDonald leading the way with figures of 6-82. And in reply, Clapham’s 61 combined with good knocks from Matthew Loxton (44), Simon Carter (40) and Ben Myles (32no) secured the win. SONNING 2ND earned just a third Imran Malik warmed up the scorers with a knock of 24 at the top of the order. win of the campaign after edging past fellow 5B Taylor notches up another run, but strugglers avoids being caught out, left Maidenhead and Bray 2nd by eight runs. Sonning set a target of 211 to win and Maidenhead appeared to be closing on it, reaching 202 after 48 overs before Hurst’s Andrew Ruddock took 4-78 their final during the 59-run loss to Henley 2nd wicket fell.
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Captain Morris is back for Shropshire showdown SKIPPER James Morris returns to the Berkshire side for their crucial Unicorns Championship match against Shropshire at Shifnal CC which starts on Sunday, writes DAVID WRIGHT. School commitments prevented the teacher missing the 211-run win over Cheshire at Falkland CC last week when brother Richard stepped up from vicecaptain. Opening bat Waqas Hussain has recovered from injury and returns to the side. Michael Roberts, who is working, and Martin Andersson, on duty with Middlesex 2nds, drop out after playing against Cheshire.
It is a vital game for Berkshire as they cannot afford to lose if they hope to overhaul Shropshire in the race for the Western Division title. Shropshire have won all three games so far and hold a 11-point lead over second-placed Berkshire, who have two wins out of three with their other game being abandoned following rain. Last week Shropshire replaced Cornwall at the top of the table by beating them by four wickets at Bridgnorth with David Wainwright their man of the match. The 31-year-old former Derbyshire and Yorkshire left-arm spinner took seven wickets in the game, while making
scores of 46 and 80 not out.
The Berkshire squad is: Ollie Wilkin (Ealing), Waqas Hussain (Slough), Richard Morris (Henley), Billy Rogers (Finchampstead), James Morris (capt, Datchet), Andy Rishton (Finchampstead), Chris Peploe (Datchet), Stewart Davison (wkt, Henley), Matt Carter (Finchampstead), Tom Nugent (Henley), Ali Akbar (Slough), Mark Firth (Boyne Hill).
n BERKSHIRE Women also welcome back their captain, Heather Knight, this Sunday. The England skipper missed the last two T20 games due to her international commitments, but will lead the Beavers against Middlesex in their T20 match to be played at Wokingham CC, starting at 1.30pm.
New Zealand wicket-keeper Rachel Priest will also play. Berkshire, with three wins from four games, are top of Division 1 of the ECB competition, while Middlesex have suffered one defeat with two other fixtures being rained off. Knight and her team will warm up for the main game by playing Berkshire Under-15 boys at the same venue at 10am. Berkshire squad: Heather Knight (c), Rachel Priest, Alice Macleod, Carla Rudd, Alex Rogers, Fritha Morris, Linsey Smith, Emily Gerke, Daisy Gardner, Sherisa Gumbs, Anna Harris, Lauren Bell, Amanda Potgieter, Ashleigh Muttitt.
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WOKINGHAM CRICKET CLUB
Don’t Jack it in: Wood steers Oaks to win with six-wicket haul n He is valuable, says coach Housego Wokingham’s Dan Housego, who went on to top score with an unbeaten 62, celebrates holding a By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk catch to remove Marlow’s Paul Brzezicki to give Jack Wood another wicket Pictures: Jon Nikol
There was also a pair of wickets during the victory for Simon Myles, left Michael Bates celebrates one of two catches behind the wickets
DAN HOUSEGO praised the impact of Jack Wood as Wokingham climbed to third in Thames Valley Division 1 with victory over Marlow. The Oaks, who previously endured a run of five games without a win, are now six unbeaten after sealing back-to-back wins last Saturday with a convincing display against their fellow promotion challengers. And victory was down in no small part to Wood, who collected six wickets to help bowl out Marlow for 135, a target chased down with seven wickets in hand in the 32nd over. And player-coach Housego says the bowler boosts their chances. “Having Jack Wood is a valuable asset for us,” he told The Wokingham Paper. “He’s a Durham University opening There was also bowler and he just gives us that control a dismissal for which is something we haven’t really had up to now. Tom Wood “Cameron Spence has been fantastic but to back him up is what we’ve been short of. “Jack Wood certainly provides that so we’re very happy.” After winning the toss, Marlow opted to bat first but struggled to build up any momentum. Early wickets from Spence and Wood saw the hosts slip to 16-2 and aside from Jeremy Batty (38), Simon Carter (12) and Mark Dozell (31no), everybody else was dismissed for single figures with Wood (6-45) the pick of the bowlers. And the Oaks made light work of the chase with the bat. After losing Stuart Parsons for 16, fellow opener Housego top scored with
62 not out and thanks to knocks from Michael Bates (41) and Stuart Hayter (15) the total was reached with ease. And Housego was happy with a more complete performance than had been the case earlier in the season. “It was a really impressive performance,” he said. “I can’t really fault the boys at the moment. “It’s almost like being in a professional set up. “We’re really progressing and we’re unbeaten in six games now so it’s just a case of carrying on the good work that we’re doing at the moment.” He added: “We had a stage towards the early part of the campaign where bowlers would fire and the batters wouldn’t and the other way around. “But at the moment it seems we are firing in all aspects of the game with fielding as well.” Next up for the Oaks is a trip to face bottom side Windsor, who have lost all 10 matches so far. And if Wokingham are to force their way into the title battle, Housego acknowledges they must win games such as this. He said: “We’ve got Windsor this week who are bottom but we still have to produce the goods and I hope we’re in a good enough mindset to do that. “Most definitely we have to win if we are looking at moving up. “We treat every game the same and we’ll prepare like we do every week. “If we are playing the bottom or top team it doesn’t matter. “We’ll be ready that’s for sure.” Housego confirmed Jack Fisher will replace Jake Turner in the side for this weekend’s trip.
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Binfield enjoy a winning start JAMES CHARLTON and Jean-Claude Etienne were on target for a Binfield side which ran out 2-0 winners at Alton Town on Tuesday night. It was a second pre-season victory for Roger Herridge’s men against opposition from the Combined Counties League in the space of four days, as a brace from new signing Tom Williams saw the Moles outscore Badshot Lea at The Piggott School last Saturday. The final score was 2-1. Binfield, meanwhile, have re-signed 2015/16 Player of the Season James Knight for the new campaign, while Ross Seldon makes the move from local rivals Ascot United. n CLIVE McNELLY’S first game in charge of Wokingham and Emmbrook was a cracker. A last-minute change to the schedule saw the Sumas host Cockfosters instead of Carterton, and it was the Spartans Football League side which quickly took control of the contest. With Ioannis Varouxakis, twice, Connor Fallon and Emmanuel Melford-Rowe all netting, the visitors went in at the break 4-1 ahead. But the second half belonged to Wokingham,
The team each player represents is listed first Batsmen MANDIP SOHI: Wargrave 2nd v Boyne Hill 3rd – 143* GLYN CLEMENTS: Wokingham 4th v Bagshot 3rd – 109 GARY LOVEDAY: Finchampstead 2nd v Maidenhead and Bray – 107 ARCHIE CARTER: Emmbrook and Bearwood v Ruislip Victoria –104 CHRIS MORGAN: Binfield 3rd v Emmbrook and Bearwood 3rd – 101 TOM ANSELL: Finchampstead 4th v Yateley 3rd –92* ANDY WEBB: Emmbrook and Bearwood v Ruislip Victoria – 92 DOUG SCHOLES: Finchampstead 5th v Wargrave 3rd – 84* ARSLAN YASEEN: Wargrave v Chiswick and Whitton – 81* AMJAD ALI: Woodley v Crowthorne and Crown Wood – 80* ALI JALIL: Farley Hill v Crowthorne and Crown Wood 2nd – 80 PRASAD KULKARNI: Wokingham 5th v Thatcham Town 4th – 77 TOM WRIGHT: Eversley v Tring Park 2nd – 74* SHAHID KHAN: Sonning v Purley-on-Thames –74 SALMAN HAMIDI: BCS v Stratfield Turgis – 73* JOHN BARKER: Wokingham 4th v Bagshot 3rd – 72 ROSS BONNELL: Wokingham 3rd v Cove 3rd –71 JACK WRIGLEY: Hurst 2nd v Theale and Tilehurst 2nd – 69 ED OLIVER: Finchampstead 2nd v Maidenhead and Bray – 67 SHANE GREEN: Eversley v Tring Park 2nd – 67 STUART BARRABLE: Twyford and Ruscombe v Knowl Hill – 66 AKEESH KHOKHAR: Farley Hill v Crowthorne and Crown Wood 2nd – 65 ROBERT SAUNDERS: Eversley 3rd v Henley 4th – 63 JAMES MAGOWAN: Eversley v Tring Park 2nd –63 DAN HOUSEGO: Wokingham v Marlow – 62* LEE CAPELING: Waltham St Lawrence v Sandhurst 2nd – 62 ANTHONY CLAPHAM: Wokingham 2nd v Chiswick and Whitton 2nd –61* LUKE TAYLOR: Wargrave v Chiswick and Whitton – 60 PAUL EDGINGTON: Binfield 3rd v Emmbrook and Bearwood 3rd – 58 WAQAS ASHRAF: BCS v Stratfield Turgis – 56* J DEUX-PAPAS: Eversley 3rd v Henley 4th – 56 ANISH PANDEY: Woodley 2nd v West Reading 3rd –53 SANJEEV JAIN: Emmbrook and Bearwood 2nd v Earley – 53 MATT HARPER: Finchampstead 3rd v Reading 2nd – 52 DAVE SHAW: Crowthorne and Crown Wood 3rd v Waltham St Lawrence 2nd –52 JANDRE COETZEE: Finchampstead v Burnham – 51 PHIL WISE: Eversley v Tring Park 2nd – 50 AFTAB HABIB: Eversley 2nd v Newbury – 50 STUART NOCK: Waltham St Lawrence 2nd v Crowthorne and Crown Wood 3rd – 50 *Not out
BOWLERS: HUW THOMAS: Wargrave v Chiswick and Whitton
and they showed character in abundance to rally back and secure a share of the spoils from a 4-4 draw. The hosts’ goals were shared between Craig Haylett and Jake Wheeler. n JAKE NICHOLLS drew Woodley United level during their pre-season friendly against Marlow at the John Madejski Academy. Michael Herbert’s charges almost went ahead through an Idirs Kamara hooked effort, but it was Step Four side Marlow who went on to take the honours when the ball was stuck in the top corner. n FINCHAMPSTEAD got a first win of the summer under their belts. Harry Swabey, Herbert and Ryan Tye got the goals as Jon Laugharne’s men disposed of Taplow United of the East Berkshire Football League in a 3-1 triumph. FIXTURES - SATURDAY (kick-off 3pm unless stated): Berkshire Sports v Wokingham and Emmbrook; Binfield v Chalfont St Peter (at The Piggott School – 2.15pm); Woodley United v Eversley and California (2pm); Finchampstead v Burnham.
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Craig Haylett scored twice for the Sumas against Cockfosters Picture: Jon Mikol
– 7-80 STEVE WEST: Finchampstead 5th v Wargrave 3rd – 6-9 JACK WOOD: Wokingham v Marlow – 6-45 JOHN McDONALD: Wokingham 2nd v Chiswick and Whitton 2nd – 6-82 JJ DEWES: Finchampstead v Burnham – 5-25 JANDRE COETZEE: Finchampstead v Burnham – 5-34 KASHIF ALI: Woodley v Crowthorne and Crown Wood – 5-42 JOHN CARTLEDGE: Crowthorne and Crown Wood 3rd v Waltham St Lawrence 2nd – 4-26 BEN COLE: Finchampstead 4th v Yateley 3rd – 4-30 MICHAEL SOPP: Wokingham 5th v Thatcham Town 4th – 4-35 TOBY BARKER: Wokingham 4th v Bagshot 3rd – 4-49 AMIT VIROJA: Emmbrook and Bearwood 3rd v Binfield 3rd – 4-53 PHIL HIGGS: Hurst v Henley 2nd –4-58 ANDREW RUDDOCK: Hurst v Henley 2nd – 4-78 JOE TUCKER: Eversley 2nd v Newbury – 4-85 ROBERT SAUNDERS: Eversley 3rd v Henley 4th – 4-99
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Stam takes Swift action and signs Chelsea starlet By TOM CROCKER tcrocker@wokinghampaper.co.uk
Wokingham and Emmbrook will need a stand similar to this if they are to remain competing in Steps Five and Six of the Non-League pyramid
Lowther Road upgrade earmarked for approval, meaning... FOOTBALL
Sumas stand on the brink of a return to the borough By LEWIS RUDD lrudd@wokinghampaper.co.uk WOKINGHAM and Emmbrook have taken the lead in their efforts to install a stand and new floodlights at its Lowther Road home after planning officers earmarked the work for approval. But club officials are not celebrating just yet, as the application has to be formally rubber-stamped by the planning committee at Wokingham Borough Council, which will decide on the matter when it meets next Wednesday (July 20). A ‘yes’ vote from the panel will mean the Sumas can once again call Wokingham its home following many years in exile at grounds belonging to Bracknell Town and more recently, Henley Town. But should the committee reject the application, which predominately is to add a 100-seater stand with wheelchair spaces, and five floodlights, then the future of the town’s football club could very well be restrained and continue to be away from the borough. “Subject to the planning committee’s approval next week this is wonderful news for our football club and social club,” said Mark Ashwell, Wokingham and Emmbrook President and trustee of Emmbrook Sports and Social Club, which is based in Lowther Road. “It is also wonderful news for our community. We can now make total use of our oasis of sporting endeavour in
Wokingham.” While the ground, which is also shared with Emmbrook and Bearwood Cricket Club, is the hub for the football club, stringent Football Association (FA) guidelines mean such infrastructure is necessary if the first team is to continue competing within Steps Five and Six of the Non-League pyramid – if not higher – in the future. The application also requests permission to lay a concrete path running from the clubhouse to the football pitch and 1.1metre high fencing around it, while on-site parking provisions are also to be improved in order to provide 70 spaces on a mesh protected surface. The application has divided opinion locally and representations for and against the plans are likely to be heard at the meeting. While those associated with the club back the plans and argue the improvements are needed for both the benefit of Wokingham and Emmbrook and sport locally, objections have come from neighbours worried the additions will lead to parking problems on Lowther Road – especially if it will become the permanent home for many of the club’s junior sections – graffiti, intrusion from the floodlights and additional litter and noise through anticipated higher attendances and visitors. Some living close to the facility, however, have thrown their support
behind the proposals, but the application has also been met with mixed reaction at local authority level. Winnersh Parish Council do not object to the plans but have asked for restrictions on the use of the floodlights, while Wokingham Town Council say such added infrastructure would “represent a scale of activity that is inappropriate to the character of a residential area and detrimental to the amenities of adjoining land users” and do not support the proposals. It also argues the application does not comply with the borough’s adopted Core Strategy document, which aims to help map out future developments across Wokingham. “There will be no intensification of usage,” added Ashwell (pictured left) “The cars will be parked off of Lowther Road, our spectators will keep dry and our patch of grass will be used after 3pm on a cold winter’s afternoon.” Many will know the president from his role as Executive Member for Planning and Regeneration on the borough council. He has declared an interest throughout the process and because of this will withdraw from the discussions and allow his fellow peers to come to their own conclusions when the plans go up for the debate. The meeting will take place at Shute End, starting at 7pm. Anyone wishing to speak about the application must contact the authority’s Democratic Services before 5pm on Tuesday. n MORE local football news – P39
JAAP STAM says new signing John Swift is going to be a “big asset” for Reading after the midfielder signed for the club yesterday. Swift, 21, saw his contract as Chelsea expire this summer and has put pen-to-paper on a three-year deal with the Royals, with the option for a fourth. And manager Stam is delighted to get the deal over the line. “John is a very talented player,” said the boss. “I’ve seen him play and I think he could be very important in the way we want to play. “He can play as a winger on either side, or as an attacking midfielder. “His physique is good, he is good on the ball, he has the pace to get past players and he has the capability of putting his team-mates in front of goal with chances to score. “He is going to be a big asset for the club.” Born in Portsmouth, Swift joined Chelsea’s academy in 2007 and has spent time out on loan at Rotherham United, Swindon Town and Brentford in the last three years. He featured once for Chelsea’s first team, coming on as a last-minute substitute in place of Eden Hazard in a 2-1 Premier League win over Cardiff City and the England Under-21 international made 27 appearances in the Championship for Brentford last term, scoring seven goals. And Swift admits that once Stam was confirmed as the club’s new boss, he was very keen to make the move to Berkshire. “Straightaway when Reading came in for me and when Jaap came in as manager, it was definitely one of the main options,” he said. “That was because of the football he is going to play and straight away
John Swift is pictured upon completing his move to Reading. The 21-year-old has signed a three-year contract and arrives at the club from Chelsea Picture: Reading FC
as soon as I heard there was interest I was here to see the manager and it all happened really quickly. “The type of football he wants to play suits me down to the ground. That was a real good opportunity for me to come here and play the football I want to play. “To be able to play in three, maybe four positions in an attacking role is good so hopefully I get a lot of playing time.” n AARON TSHIBOLA has left Reading to join Aston Villa. The academy graduate had been subject to the speculation of a number of transfer rumours this summer and his departure was finally confirmed this week. Stam was adamant he did not want to sell the midfielder but it seems the player demands and a reported £5 million fee was too good to turn down. Tshibola leaves Royals just a few months after signing a new long-term contract and will link up with former boss Steve Clarke, who gave him his first run in the senior side at the start of last season. The midfielder departs Madejski Stadium to join the Championship rivals after eight years at the club where he made a total of 17 appearances. Chief executive Nigel Howe said: “Aaron made it clear to us that he wanted to leave this summer, explaining he felt his career lay elsewhere. “We negotiated with a number of interested clubs and rejected a number of bids which fell below our valuation. “However, we have now reached an agreement which we believe represents good value for our football club.” n READING step up their pre-season preparations today with a second friendly of the summer. Royals bring an end to their training camp in Oosterbeek, Holland with a clash against Saudi Arabian side Al-Taawoun in Arnhem (5pm kick-off). n MORE Royals news on page 35.
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