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July Diary
Country MarketEvery Thursday 10-11.45am at Stockbridge Town Hall, Stockbridge. Selling free range pork, preserves, home grown produce, cakes & eggs,plants, crafts and more.Refreshments available.
Monthly GroupYoung Stockbridge Amateur Dramatics Society (Young SADS)Are you between 10 and 18 years old? Young SADS needs you! We meet once a month for drama workshops focusing on communication skills, confidence building, improvisation, all aspects of performance and of course fun and games! For more information please contact Sarah at [email protected]
Until 2nd JulyThe Wykeham Gallery is showcasing the bold and exciting work of Christopher Johnson. Christopher was born in Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) in 1961 and left southern Africa in 1989 to base himself in England. Travelling extensively to find subject matter that moves him most, he has regularly exhibited in London, Edinburgh and the South of England and has also shown in America, Australia, South Africa and in Europe. His work is to be found in private collections around the world. Richard Jaques, writing for the Scotsman said of him that the artist's "future is well worth watching". We are delighted to bring this collection of exuberant and vivacious paintings to The Wykeham Gallery. Exhibition open 10am - 5pm
Saturday 2nd July Sparsholt Village Fete From 2 pm - 4.30 pm. Set in the stunning grounds of Sparsholt Manor, Sparsholt's Village fete is again set to be a fabulous day. The fete, sponsored by Penyards Estate Agents, will be opened by Steve Brine MP. There will be a packed programme of activities including a chance to meet the new Lainston House falconer, Billy Taylor and his magnificent birds of prey. All the usual stalls will be there together with plenty of games and activities for children and adults alike – including pony rides, face painting, plate smashing, toy tombola, raffle and the ever
popular stocks. You can also try your hand at wellie boot throwing, the coconut shy or the penalty shoot out. You can also take a chance at the human fruit machine.
Saturday 2nd July Midday Music - By Helen King Gbsm. Absm. PgDipMTPP. MA.At St.Peters Church, Stockbridge.Entry Free- everyone welcomeRefreshments - retiring collection. A programme of music of about 40 minutes duration.
Sunday 3rd JulyLongstock Park NurseryCharity opening in aid of Romsey Carers Forum. From 2pm - 5pm.
Monday 4th July“The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet’s Nest” at Andover Film ClubFrom 8pm at the Reel Cinema, Andover. The club winds up its current season by completing its showing of the much-acclaimed Swedish “Millennium” trilogy. Like its predecessors, “The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet’s Nest” (cert 15) is based on Stieg Larsson’s book of the same name. Tickets available on the door and online at www.andoverfilmclub.org.
Tuesday 5th July Broughton Down Wildlife Reserve Annual Walk on the DownLed by Hampshire Wildlife Trust’s Reserves Officer, Mike Allen, will take place on. Meet at the reservoir at 7 pm (OS grid ref SU294327). Do come along and find out more about the management of the Down and its flowers and butterflies. There are some steep slopes. For further information contact Mike Allen on 07831 692963.
Saturday 16th July to Sunday 24th JulyAnnual Lavender Week at Long Barn.PYO lavender in the fields, teas on the terrace, lavender craft courses. Call 01962 738684 or visit www.long-barn.co.uk for further information.
Sunday 17th JulyLongstock Park NurseryCharity opening in aid of Adnover Scout Group. From 2pm - 5pm.
Monday 18th JulyHoughton WI MeetingFrom 7.30pm in Houghton Village Hall. Derek Callaghan will give a talk on Photography.All visitors are very welcome.For further information please call: Sandra Harper 01794 388509 or Jane Anderton 01264 810928
Thursday 21st July Weyhill Electronic Organ Society Concert Featuring - David Ingleyat Fairground Hall, Weyhillfrom 7.30pm. Free Parking, interval refreshments. Tickets £5.00 in advance or £6.00 at the door (strictly subject to availability). Early booking recommended. Telephone 01264 323213www.weyhill-eos.co.uk
Friday 22nd July A concert by Stockbridge Augmented Choir - Broughton Village Choir. All Saints Church - HoughtonFrom 7.30pm. Soloists: Jane Lloyd - Helen King. Organ - Gillian Cole. Sacred and popluar music performed by local musicians.Tickets £6 to include light refreshments. For more information telephone Dawn: 01264 810724. Many thanks Dawn Williams.Stockbridge Benefice Musician.
Friday 22nd JulyTea Dance with West Coast Swing From 5pm - 9pm at the Winchester Discovery Centre, Jewry Street, Winchester SO23 8SB. Come and dress up for the occasion and join Silvia & Max for a Summer Tea Dance with the smoothest of dances that can be danced to almost any kind of music! Originating from the West Coast of the United States and with its roots in the Lindy Hop, West Coast Swing is gaining ever increasing popularity in our country! Let us revive the wonderful tradition of the Tea Dance and bring it into the 21st Century We'll be playing Contemporary Music, Jazz, Soul, Blues and much, much more. Everyone is welcome and there will be a Beginners Lesson at 17.30 to get you all into the Swing.Cream tea, cafe and bar open. Tickets: £8/ £10 on the night Concessions available: www.westcoastswing-winchester.co.uk
Saturday 23rd and Sunday 24th July Open Gardens Weekend in Stockbridge(Gardens open 1.30pm to 5.30 pm) Enjoy strolling around this popular village on the River Test and visit 10 attractive gardens. Have a delicious cream tea on the church lawn from 1.30pm and enjoy listening to Amesbury Town Band.Plant stall and Bric-a-Brac also at the church. Admission prices:£5.00 adults, £1 children 12-16, under 12’s free. Free off street parking( dogs are not permitted in the gardens )Tickets available from St Peter’s Church, or from individual gardens, or from the parking area. Proceeds in aid of St Peter’sChurch, Stockbridge
Saturday 23rd JulyCompanion Dog ShowKings Somborne Village Hall.Kings Somborne Recreation Ground (SO20 6PP). By permission of the Kennel ClubIn conjunction with theKings Somborne & District Horticultural Society Flower Show & Fete. Judging under cover if wet. Entries taken on the Recreation Ground from 1.15 p.m.Judging Pedigree Classes 2.00.p.m. Junior handling and Novelty Classes will follow.Rosettes to 3rd place in all classes. Organisers: Eileen Reynolds (01794 388107)Terry Mackintosh (01794 388248)
Tuesday 26th July Longstock and Leckford WI.Meeting From 7.30pm at Longstock Village Hall. The talk is "Irregular Correspondence" with William Dyson-Laurie. Visitors are always very welcome. For more details please ring 01264 810150 or 01264 810603.
Sunday 31st July 2nd Charity Motocross EventMatterley Basin, Winchester. Admission: £5.00 per adult. Under 14’s free. First Race 11am.
If you would like to feature your event on our diary page simply email your contribution to [email protected]. All entries on this page are FREE of charge. Only one entry per person, maximum 80 words.
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Sunday 3rd July10.45 Parish Communion
Sunday 10th July10.45 Morning Prayer
Sunday 17th July11.00 Parish Communion
Sunday 24th July10.45 All Age Worship
Sunday 31st July10.45 Benefice Service
Sunday 3rd July08.00 Holy Communion
Sunday 17th July18.00 Evensong
Sunday 24th July08.00 Holy Communion
St.PeterStockbridge
Old St.PeterStockbridge
St.NicholasLeckford
St.CatherinesLittleton
St.Mary-the-lessChilbolton
Sunday 3rd July08.00 Holy Communion18.00 Evensong
Sunday 10th July10.00 Morning Prayer
Sunday 17th July10.00 Holy Communion
Sunday 24th July10.00 Family Service
St.MarysCrawley
St.Peter & Holy CrossWherwell
All Saints ChurchHoughton
Sunday 3rd July18.00 Evensong
Sunday 10th July09.30 Holy Communion
Sunday 17th July18.00 Evensong
Sunday 24th July18.00 Holy Communion
St.StephensSparsholt
St.Peter & St.PaulsKings Somborne
Sunday 3rd July08.00 Communion Service10.00 Communion Service
Sunday 10th July08.00 Communion Service10.00 Informal Word Service
Sunday 17th July08.00 Communion Service10.00 Communion Service
Sunday 24th July08.00 Communion Service10.00 Communion Service
St.PetersOver Wallop
St.Thomas MoreStockbridge
Mass & Services09.00 Sunday Mass
For other services and events please contact the Church.Canon Paul Townsend01962 852804
St.JamesBossington
St.AndrewsMottisfont
St.MarysBroughton
St.MarysLongstock
St.AndrewsNether Wallop
Sunday 3rd July08.00 Holy Communion
Sunday 10th July08.00 Holy Communion09.30 Family Service
Royal Hampshire County HospitalWinchester, HampshireTel: 01962 863535
Romsey Hospital (No A&E)Winchester Hill, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 7ZA Tel: 01794 512343
Andover War Memorial Hospital (No A&E)Charlton Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3LBTel: 01264 358811
Stockbridge SurgeryNew Street, StockbridgeHampshire, SO20 6HGTel: 01264 810524 The surgery is open to patients on weekdays between the hours of 8.15am to 6.30pm. Closed lunchtimes between 12.45 and 13.45pm. Emergency calls will be taken during lunchtime. In addition the surgery is open on a Saturday morning 9am to 12.00pm and alternate Monday and Wednesday between 6.30 and 7.30pm. Appointments should be booked for the clinics. If there are any medical emergencies during our normal Monday to Friday working hours then please contact the surgery on Tel: 01264 810524. Outside these hours use the Out of Hours service which can be contacted on Tel: 0844 811 3060. Weekdays - Monday to Friday 6.30pm to 8am. Weekends - Friday 6.30pm to 8am Monday morning. Service also available on bank holidays.
District nurse: Tel: 01962 765093 Health visitor: Tel: 01962 763970www.stockbridgesurgery.co.uk
Stockbridge Police Station Tel: 0845 045 45 45 or email: [email protected]
Andover Police Andover police station opens from 8am-10pm, seven days a week. Station enquiry staff will be able to assist you outside the Stockbridge police station opening times.
Emergency only (Ambulance, Fire, Police): Tel: 999
Electricity Emergency 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 08457 708090
Gas Emergency 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 0800 111 999
Water Emergency 24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 0845 278 0845
Reporting a leak? Then call:Tel: 0800 820 999
Open 6 days a week 9am-6pm Mon-Friday and 9am-5pm Saturday, with 1hr lunch time closing each day between 1-2pm. www.stockbridgepharmacy.co.uk
NHS Direct24hrs a day, 7 days a weekTel: 0845 46 47
Stockbridge Osteopathic PracticeOsteopathy and Cranial Osteopathy. www.stockbridgeosteopathicpractice.comTel: 01264 810028
The River Dental & Cosmetic Clinic1 Clarendon Terrace, High Street, Stockbridge, SO20 6EY General and cosmetic dentistry of the highest standard, including state-of-the-art treatments unique to the area. Tel: 01264 810818 [email protected]
Chilbolton Flood Advisory Committee Moya Grove Tel: 01264 860411Graham Kelly Tel: 01264 861020
Joyrides Shopping Bus John Muster Tel: 01264 810459
Community Responder Roger Tym Tel: 01264 810363
Cruse Bereavement Care We are a charity who offer free help and support to those who have been bereaved. Our contact details are: Helpline: 01264 336006
Scott Close HWRCWalworth Industrial EstateAndover, SP10 5NUTel: 01264 351421
Bunny Lane HWRCTimsbury (near Romsey)Tel: 01794 368548
Car/taxi share Run to a timetable but passengers need to book. Fares are similar to bus fares and over 60s can use their free bus pass if they have one. More information about Car-share and taxi-share schemes in Hampshire can be found at www.hants.gov.uk/passengertransport or call 01962 846785.
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Despite problems with the weather this year, entries for all the various
categories in the Test Valley in Bloom annual garden competition have already been received – Private Front Gardens, for Schools Commercial properties and Public Houses, Community Areas and Public Service premises as well as allotments.
Final date for entries for has been set for the 1st July with judging taking place in July . Entry forms are still available at Council Offices, at Libraries and Tourist Information Centres and at many Garden centres through Test Valley.
Following on last year’s successful changes to the judging of the
School Grounds category – all others will now follow suit. No more 1st, 2nd and 3rd - instead ALL entries in each category will be graded and will receive a certificate; Gold, Silver Gilt, Silver or Bronze according to the marks earned (following the guidelines laid down by the national ‘In Bloom’ organisation). This can only be an incentive to improve year on year and move upwards into a higher category .
Are Test Valley gardeners up to the challenge? It does look like it.Any further enquiries, or requests for entry forms, to Ann Wilson, Secretary on 01264 351853.
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50 Fab Days Out suggestions include family adventures, picnic and BBQ sites, walks, cycle rides, play areas and other more unusual ideas. And each day out includes practical advice about things to take, time to arrive and what to expect.
Each fab day out has been tried and tested by the children who contributed their ideas for their favourite, fun and exciting places to go. There are ideas for whole days out, as well as places to visit for just a couple of hours - and places to explore all year round.
Catherine Russell, a parent of two children Juliet aged 6 and Joe aged 4, said “This book is really good. I’ve not seen anything else like it on the market. I can't believe there are so many places I hadn't heard about. As a family, we always go to the same places. Now I've got loads more new ideas to try out. I love the parent recommendations and real life quotes from children too. I know these will be great days out because they've come from other families.”
The book includes £40 worth of free vouchers, which will offer a discount to some of the places featured which charge entry fees. Hampshire County Council, Red Funnel Ferries and Sainsburys have lent their support by sponsoring the book. All proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the Compton School Association, a registered charity supporting Compton All Saints Primary School.
50 Fab Days Out for Families is the ideal guide to making memories on a shoestring.
A new book, which is packed full of days out ideas for families, has
become the fastest selling and best local interest book in Winchester.
50 Fab Days Out For Families has been written by local children aged between 4 and 11, who give an inside and personal view of the best, affordable and free places to visit. Fun, adventure and happy families are at the heart of the book and celebrate the best family days out in and around Winchester. 50 Fab Days Out For Families includes new ideas for undiscovered places to explore and a fresh look at some old favourites with expert tips from parents.
The book, which costs £5 and is being sold in Waterstones in Winchester, Southampton and Basingstoke, Caracoli in Alresford or by ordering on line at www.50fabdays.com, has the backing of television personality, actress, Hampshire resident and mother Sarah Parish.
Sarah said "50 Fab Days Out For Families really is a little gem. Packed to the brim with great things for kids of all ages to enjoy. If you are visiting the Winchester area this is a must have, I cannot recommend it enough."
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Nestling above the village green at Nether Wallop, in the lane named after it, The Five Bells is a traditional English village freehouse, which has recently been sympathetically renovated to
provide a pleasant ambience for aficionados of real ales and fine wines and freshly prepared good food.
The lovely 18thC building stands in its own grounds of just over an acre, with a garden leading down to the Wallop Brook. Formerly a coaching inn it served as a local alehouse and agricultural store to which the old stables in its grounds testify. But it was at the beginning of World War 2 when The Bells became a prominent pub in the area as aircrew that flew Spitfires and Blenheim nightfighter aircraft in the Battle of Britain from nearby Middle Wallop airfield adopted the Five Bells as a favourite watering hole. That association continued post-war with the arrival of the Army Air Corps at Middle Wallop when the uniforms worn by the clientele of the pub changed from blue to brown.
More recently the pub has became a community centre for residents of the charming and largely untouched village of Nether Wallop, with coffee mornings, a monthly quiz night, and many lunch and dinner time functions. Hidden just 4 miles from Stockbridge and lying between the A343 and A30 main roads, it was certainly no coincidence that when the producers of the first TV series of Agatha Christie’s Miss Marples series were searching for the quintessential English village that they chose Nether Wallop, and The Five Bells as the location for their filming.
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Recently acquired by local resident Graham Horder The Five Bells concentrates on providing traditional English food dishes using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients wherever possible which are prepared and cooked on the premises on a daily basis by Chef Jenny Jones who has won many awards for her culinary skills over the last ten years. Dishes range in price from £6.95 to £10.95 and include the Wallop Burger made with Hampshire beef, Welsh Rarebit, home cooked Gammon and free range eggs, home made haddock fishcakes and generously battered fresh cod and chips. Jenny is an accomplished pastry chef so her pudding dishes are always popular; bread and butter pudding with real custard may not be a dish for the calorie conscious diner, but the delicately flavoured lemon posset most certainly is!The Five Bells is an ideal venue for functions and caters for parties of up to 50 in the restaurant and up to 200 people at hog roasts or BBQ events in the marquee in the grounds. There is also a large private car park.
There is no doubt about it, The Five Bells in Nether Wallop is an attractive, economical and very pleasant alternative to the Gastro Pubs of The Test Valley without sacrificing any of the values of excellent dining, fine wines and well kept real ales.
The Five Bells is in Five Bells Lane, Nether Wallop, Stockbridge, SO20 8HA. Telephone 01264 782621, website www.5-Bells.co.uk or interact with The Five Bells on their Facebook pages.
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Longstock Park NurseryA true gardener's nursery
Visit us for inspiration or an enjoyable day out• Visit our 90m herbaceous border• Beautiful water gardens (restricted opening times)• National collection of Buddlejas & Clematis viticellas• Impressive collection of Penstemons• Specialists in climbing plants, perennials, shrubs. • Mature shrubs and trees also available.• We stock tools, accessories and a large selection of pots.• Highly qualified staff to offer free advice
Opening HoursMon-Sat: (throughout the year) 8.30am to 4.30pmSundays: Mar to Oct 11am - 5.00pmNov to Feb 11.00 - 4.00pm
Longstock Park Water GardensSunday 3rd July - 2.00 - 5.00pm
Charity Opening in Aid ofRomsey Carers Forum
Sunday 17th July - 2.00 - 5.00pm Charity Opening in Aid of
Andover Scouts Group
An entrance fee of £5.00 for adults and £1.00 for children is payable with all proceeds going to the nominated charity. Members of the three local
churches will provide teas at Longstock Park Nursery on these Sundays. Only registered Assistance Dogs will be admitted to the garden and care should be
taken to leave no litter.For more information: 01264 810924
of level and vistas, imaginative, unusual and colourful planting, a Showman's caravan, and a maze-like kitchen garden. Adm £3. 2pm – 6pm. Plants for sale, teas.
Saturday & Sunday July 16 & 17: 12 Christchurch Road, Winchester. Small town garden with strong design enhanced by exuberant and vertical planting. All-yr interest incl. roses, perennials, shrubs and grasses. 2 water features, including slate-edged rill, and pergolas provide structure to offset planting Adm £2,50. 2pm – 6pm. Plants for sale, teas.
Thursday & Sunday July 21 & 24: Crawley Gardens, nr Winchester. Exceptionally pretty small village with thatched houses, C14 church and village pond. 2pm – 6pm. Combined adm £6. Plants for sale, teas. The following 4 gardens will be open: Bay Tree House, Little Court, Paige Cottage, Tanglefoot.
NEW Saturday & Sunday July 2 & 3: Central Winchester Gardens, St Cross, Winchester. Enjoy 2 complementary gardens. The garden at No.4 Compton Road is a peaceful city haven, intensively planted with rare trees, unusual climbers and shrubs. The walled city garden at No.10 features a manicured lawn framed by an ancient Atlantic cedar and is perfumed by roses, lavender, jasmine and nemesia. Combined adm £5. 2pm – 5.30pm. Teas.
Saturday & Sunday July 9 & 10: The Buildings, Broughton, Stockbridge. A renovated farmyard, high on the Hampshire Downs offers gravel gardens, borders, an exuberant pergola, all on our thin chalk soil. 2pm – 5pm. Adm £3.50. Plants for sale. Teas.
NEW Thursday & Sunday July 14 & 17: Terstan, Longstock, Stockbridge. Farm cottage surrounded by contrasting garden spaces: an element of surprise and views to the R Test meadows and Stockbridge Down. Clever hard landscaping with theme of ovals and circles, changes
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Valley. They worked in teams to build a car and a rocket and won prizes for how far each of them could travel. I hear that some of the cars went backwards to begin with but the children were resilient and eventually got them going in the right direction – well enough to win first prize for both the car and the rocket – well done Year 5!
Of course, it’s not just our older children preparing for transition to a different school but we have this week, welcomed our new reception children in to our school, which was great fun. They had a wonderful time exploring a new classroom and a new outdoor space to the ones they have been used to in their pre-schools. We are now crossing everything hoping for a dry sports afternoon so that they can come and compete in the under 5’s race.
Emma JefferiesDeputy Head teacher
Having recovered from our Royal knees up and got the funny
pattern of bank holidays over and done with, we are now back to normal at school. The summer term is always a busy one in every school and we are no different.
Our Year 5 children have a very busy few weeks ahead of them and our Year 6 children have, at the time of writing, only 6 weeks left of primary school. We make good links with Test Valley School in order to prepare the children for their move to secondary and some of our Year 5 children have been attending a 2 day ‘Challenge It’ course organised by Test Valley School. They have been learning how to challenge themselves to do even better in their everyday learning and how this doesn’t always feel comfortable! It’s very easy when you are an accomplished mathematician or author to stick to what you know you do well and we are trying hard to encourage children to step outside this comfort zone and take risks in order to further their learning.
All Year 5 children also joined other cluster primary schools to take part in a rocket day at Test
Hill Farm Garage is an independent garage specialising in the sale, servicing and repairs of Mercedes-Benz and Proton cars
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Come and see the new Satria Neo Sport - A lotus-developed supermini. And the new Ecologic Saloon (factory supplied dual fuel) 5 seater hatchback giving truly amazing fuel savings. To view or try any of the Proton car range please call us or visit our website.
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Cookery School
METHOD
In a blender add the yoghurt, the cloves from the whole garlic head, coriander seeds, chilli, and lemon juice and blend together until you obtain a smooth paste. Taste and then add salt and pepper as desired. The paste requires a strong flavour as it must penetrate the meat.
Cover the chicken on all sides with the paste and then place into a deep dish. Leave the chicken to marinade for 36 hours, 48 hours is even better. Turn the chicken every few hours to achieve an even marinade.
Cooking day has arrived - with a rubber spatula remove as much of the marinade as possible from the chicken and the dish and keep aside. Light your barbecue, and place the chicken on it when the heat has died down. The barbecue must be gently hot not scalding and definitely no flames as the meat will burn. The embers must be just right, it should take around 40 minutes to be ready. Turn the meat on the barbecue regularly to cook evenly (do the same if you are using the oven). Half way through cooking add the sprigs of rosemary and four half garlic heads. In a pan cook the retained marinade paste thoroughly, add a drop of water or olive oil if the mixture is dry, then add a little finely chopped mint (or fresh coriander) for a delicious fresh flavour.
Serve with grilled vegetables, like slices of aubergine, courgettes, sweet peppers and onions. Some grilled pine kernels sprinkled on top will add that little extra touch.Serves: 4
1 butterflied chicken or a chicken cut into pieces
1 whole garlic head, each clove diced in small pieces
The juice of two lemons
2 soup spoons of crushed coriander seeds.
A touch of chilli powder
500ml yoghurt
2 sprigs of rosemary
4 half garlic heads
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Longstock & Leckford W.I. Meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in Longstock Village Hall. We have a very interesting programme of speakers for 2011 as well as many social occasions planned. Tel: 01264 810150 or 01264 810603.
Army Air Corps Pre-School Middle Wallop: Tel: 01264 784381
Broughton Pre-SchoolProvides flexible hours for children aged 2 to under 5 years and is run by qualified, experienced staff offering a range of quality resources that fulfil the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Tel: 01794 301286 (school hours) to arrange a visit.
Stockbridge Pre-School Provides day care to children from 2.5 to 4 years. The setting offers full-day care run by experienced, well qualified staff. The Pre-School ‘helps children make good progress in learning and development with a focus on structured learning through play’ (Ofsted). Tel: 07776 277670
School Lane PlaygroupSchool Lane, Nether WallopHampshire, SO20 8EH. We are a small but beautifully formed group, staffed by professionals, fully Ofsted registered, providing quality care and education for 2-4 year olds in the grounds of Wallop Primary School. Tel: 01264 782051 (9-3pm)
Littleton Pre-schoolA community run pre-school set in the Millennium Memorial Hall and surrounding grounds, we offer a safe, happy and caring learning environment for 2 to 4 year olds. Littleton Pre-school is staffed by experienced professionals and is Ofsted registered. WOpen from 8:30am-12:15pm, with a flexible drop off. Please contact Carol Mortimer on 01962 776 206 or 07765 916 006 to arrange a visit.
Broughton Bounders Running ClubSEAA/EA affliated running club covering the Mid-Test Valley villages, new members welcomed! Melvin Vayle Tel: 01794 301437
Stockbridge Recreation GroundChair: Dave Webb Tel: 01264 810819Sec: Dave Barnes Tel: 01264 810516
Clay Pigeon ShootingSpitfire Club Shoot, StockbridgeTel: 01264 810312 www.clay-pigeon-shooting.net
Horse RidingStockbridge Riding School & Livery Service. Tel: 01264 810727www.srsls.demon.co.uk
Chilbolton Badminton ClubJill Lord Tel: 01264 860667
Chilbolton Short Mat Bowls Club Meet every Monday 8-10pm Chilbolton Village Hall. Deb & Richard Richardson Tel: 01264 861082
Wherwell Playing Fields Sean Hutton (Chair) Tel: 01264 860443Angela Blackmore (Sec) Tel: 01264 860445
Yoga Carolyn Ryan Tel: 01794 388743
Yoga Ruth Harris Tel: 01980 610660
Yoga Individual tuition in the traditionn of Krishnamacharya. Call Gilly Barnard on: 01962 776995
Yoga & PilatesIncluding ante and postnatal classes. Birthlight trained teacher. To book Tel: 01264 810028
Studio YogaYoga and Pilates day, evening and weekend classes for all abilities. For more information call 01264 811158 or 07764 949317, email [email protected] or visit www.studioyoga.co.uk.
PilatesTrisha Parsons. Classes in Broughton and King's Somborne. One to one's/small groups by arrangement. Level III Pilates Instructor. Tel: 01794 388489 [email protected]
YogaClass in Houghton Wednesday mornings. Antenatal and postnatal yoga / Active Birth preparation classes also available. Maitri yoga teacher, YBT yoga therapist, Birthlight tutor, Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council registered. Marion Symes Tel: 01962 864823 email: [email protected]
Pilates Clare Bates. Level III Pilates Instructor. REPs registered. Tel: 01794 301241 or 07971287229. One-to-one sessions. Private groups. Group classes available at various venues.
CTC South HampshireEasy rides, day rides, social events and more! Tel: 01962 864479www.southhampshirectc.org.uk
Outdoor Fitness Classes for WomenBroughton Village Hall Monday 9.30am. Kings Somborne Village Hall Thursday 9.30am. Contact Jane on: 07875 743 680 or www.fitnessdivas.co.uk
Clatford Amateur Dramatic Society (CADS)Chairman: Cliff Tucker Tel:01264 324513. Secretary: Ann Buckley Tel. 01264 365506
Embroiderers GuildAndover Branch - We are a group of like-minded people who share an interest in all aspects of stitching and textiles. We meet socially at 7.30 pm on the third Monday of every month, except August, in the Priory Hall, Love Lane (St. John’s Ambulance), Andover, SP10 2AB - next to the Wolversdene Club, to enjoy a programme of speakers and demonstrations. We also hold workshops in Goodworth Clatford Village Club every two months. www.egandover.blogspot.com or Tel: 01264 860806
Wherwell History GroupBuilds up an archive of local history material and arranges monthly talks and visits. Andrew Flanagan. Tel: 01264 [email protected]
Broughton Floral ClubMeet on the first Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm. Chairman: Tel: 01794 516289
Stockbridge Dramatic Society Chair: Sarah George Tel: 01264 811559Vice-chairman: Mark Frank Tel: 01264 810562www.stockbridgeamdrams.org.uk
The Fly Dressers’ GuildJohn Leatherly Tel: 01264 364850 or Ron Dodson Tel: 01264 810169
Chilbolton PlayersContact Richard Richardson on Tel: 01264 861082www.chilboltonplayers.org.uk
Test Valley Turners For wood turners of all levels, from novice to professional. Meet every third Monday evening at Longstock Village Hall. Contact Graham Barnard Tel: 01962 851979
Broughton Amateur Dramatic Society – BADGChair: Carolyn Jones Tel :01794 301136Vice Chair: Janet Wallace Tel: 01794 301254If you are interested in joining BADG on-stage or behind the scenes then please contact us. New members always welcome! We would be particularly interested in speaking to anyone who would be willing to help out with dressmaking/ costume design or sound and lighting.
Stockbridge Amateur Dramatics Society (SADS)We're looking for new talent, and
whether you fancy treading the boards or are more technically minded, we have the role for you. If so, beginner or expert, we'd be delighted to hear from you.Please contact Sarah George on 01264 811559 or visit the www.stockbridgeamdrams.org.uk
Bell Ringing at Sparsholt Meet Mondays at the church from 7.30-9pm. It is excellent mental and physical exercise and a good way to make friends and join a local community. You do not have to be a resident of Sparsholt to join our band. To find out more call Tower Secretary Jenny Watson on: Tel: 01962 863596
Andover Town BandA newly formed brass band. Open to all; beginners and beyond. The band aims to take its music into the community, to share playing and participation with local charities and educational causes. If you are interested in joining us; beginner or experienced, contact: 01264 324056
Salsa in HampshireDance Classes in Romsey / Andover. Duncan Tel: 077 5757 4942 www.salsainhampshire.co.uk
Salsa Y Sol - Salsa West Coast Swing Zumba(R)Salsa: Monday: 7.30 – 10.30pmWinchester Discovery Centre Tuesday: 8.00 – 10.30pm Preston Candover Village Hall West Coast Swing:Thursday: 8.30 – 10.00pmRiver Park Leisure Centre, Winchester Zumba Dance Fitness: Monday: 5.30 – 6.30pmWinchester Discovery Centre Thursday: 7.30 – 8.15pmRiver Park Leisure Centre, Winchester. Friday: 9.15 – 10.15am. Preston Candover Village Hall.Contact Silvia & Max at Salsa y Sol: Tel: 01256 389 275 www.salsaysol.co.uk
Wherwell Singers Dale Webb: Tel: 01264 860074
Weyhill Electronic Organ SocietyMonthly concerts of melodic, easy listening music featuring top class professional perfomers. For details visit www.weyhill-eos.co.uk orTel: 01264 323213
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Saturday 2nd JulyTo celebrate our first birthday come and join us for a free tasting of Miru Miru, sparkling from Marlborough, New Zealand. We will also be tasting local meringues and shortbreads with fresh strawberries.
Seafood platters and whole poached salmon prepared to your own personal requirements. To order or for enquiries please contact Ashley on 07855 351 668
Sunday 10th JulyBrindisa our Spanish suppliers will be here tasting fantastic cured meats and artisan cheeses. Rachel will be tasting some superb Spanish wines including some aromatic Albarino, classic Rioja and an exciting new red from the up and coming new region of Montsant.
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Winchester Festival 1st - 10th July 2011A s p e c i a l l y
commissioned Fanfare will launch a 10
day celebration of music, literature and theatre when the Winchester Festival brings a wealth of top performers and authors to the city. This year's programme blends the inspirational talent of youth with the thought-provoking insight of maturity through more than 30 events in Winchester and Alresford.
Festival goers can enjoy a lunchtime recital in the Young Musicians Series; take in an art exhibition; exercise their minds with the likes of economist Will Hutton and broadcaster Peter Snow; then enjoy evening entertainment
as diverse as saxophonist Jan Gabarek with The Hilliard Ensemble and Radio 4 stalwart Barry Cryer in an evening of 'sit-down' comedy.
The baton for this year's opening concert in the Cathedral on Friday 1 July has been handed to Tom Seligman, director of the Hampshire County Youth Orchestra, which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year. A Festival Fanfare by renowned brass composer Jock McKenzie will herald Mahler's mighty Resurrection Symphony played by the county's finest young musicians to mark the centenary of Mahler's death.www.winchesterfestival.co.uk
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Hampshire artists Co-operative SummerExhibition
The Hampshire Artists’ Co-operative’s Summer Exhibition opens at
11am on Saturday 18th June 2011 at Selborne Gallery, The Plestor, Selborne, Hampshire.During this exhibition the
gallery will be featuring guest photographer Richard Brayshaw. Richard left a career in industry in 2002 to pursue his photography full time. In 2006 he completed an Access to an Art and Design course at the University for the Creative Arts in Farnham and in 2009 he graduated from there with an MA in Photography. Richard is now combining teaching with his photographic art practice and works from his studio near Alton in Hampshire.
ARTISTS’ SUMMER SHOW WITH GUEST PHOTOGRAPHER RICHARD BRAYSHAW.
Richard’s work is a personal exploration of perceptions and psychological responses to our physical environment, both rural and urban. One of the series he is currently working on, entitled ‘edge of darkness’ made in a woodland setting explores Freud’s idea of the uncanny i.e. things which seem familiar and yet are disconcerting. His work is produced using pigment inks for longevity and is normally made in limited editions of 10 prints. Work is signed and numbered on the reverse. He can be contacted on 07708337269, emailed at [email protected] or viewed at www.richard-brayshaw.co.uk
All the permanent artists have produced a stunning new display of work for this show including sculpture, textiles, painting, jewellery, pottery, felt-work, drawing and glassware with prices starting at £10. Gift vouchers may be
purchased and exchanged for a piece of artwork of choice.Why not take advantage of the Art Council’s ‘Own Art’ Scheme which is designed to make buying contemporary work of art available to everyone. Up to £2,000, or as little as £100, can be borrowed and paid back in 10 monthly, interest free, instalments. Please ask for more information at the gallery or visit www.ownart.org.uk
Come and meet the artists who will be delighted to show you their work and explain how it is produced. The exhibition continues until 31st August 2011 with the gallery being open from 11am until 5pm Tuesday until Sunday each week. The gallery is closed on Mondays.
For more information contact Selborne Gallery on 01420 511347 or visit www.hampshireartistscooperative.co.uk
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Festival of Wood & Rural CraftsA new event for 2011,
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The event will be held at Gilbert White’s House, High Street, Selborne, Hampshire, GU34 3JH on Saturday 16th July and Sunday 17th July 2011. There is a special reduced admission of just £6
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at 10.30am in the Forestry Commission car park off Gravel Hill Road. SU802433. Leave the A31 east of Bentley, signposted Alice Holt Research Station. Proceed along Gravel Hill Rd, over a railway bridge. The car park is about 500 yards after the bridge on the right WEDNESDAY 27TH JULY Yew Hill - Meet at 10.30am at end of Old Kennels Lane at junction with Port Lane & Millers Lane, Oliver’s Battery (SU451 269), A good time of year to see Chalkhill Blues, many other butterflies and lovely wild flowers. Leader: Ivan Arnold 01962 866706
SATURDAY 30TH JULY Yew Hill - Meet at 2pm at end of Old Kennels Lane at junction with Port Lane & Millers Lane, Oliver’s Battery (SU451 269), A good time of year to see Chalkhill Blues, may other butterflies and lovely wild flowers. Leader Brian Fletcher.
July is a busy month for butterflies so do join us on one of our guided
walks. Children are most welcome too. Another thing you can do either at home or when you are out and about is take part in The Big Butterfly Count – an online recording event from 16th to 31st July. Visit http://bigbutterflycount.org/ Lots of online resources to help you find and identify butterflies. WEDNESDAY 6TH JULY Magdalen Hill Down Wednesday Wander. First Wednesday of month up to & including 7th September. Meet at 10.30am in gravel car park opposite the cemetery on Alresford Rd B3404, Winchester. (SU 512 295), for sat nav SO21 1HE. Come along to enjoy seasonal wildlife and a leisurely walk with friendly company. Leader: Lynn Fomison . FRIDAY 22ND JULY Magdalen Hill DownMeet as 6th July. A special walk in celebration of St Mary Magdalene Day. We will be combining a walk around the reserve with reference to its interesting history. It is one of the best times of the year to see wild flowers and butterflies too. Leader Jenny Mallett.
SAVE OUR BUTTERFLIES WEEK 23RD –31ST JULYOn Tuesday 26th July meet at Bentley Station Meadow
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Kings Somborne Twinning AssociationTwinned with St Paul du Vernay, near Bayeux. Annual exchange visits take place. Anyone in this magazine’s circulation area who is interested in joining us should contact Wendy Hartley Tel: 01794 388742
Broughton Twinning AssociationTwinned with Sauve in the South of France, we would welcome anyone who would like to join and take part in annual exchanges. The next exchange is Broughton, July 2011 – willing host families welcome! (date TBC). President: Dave Evans Tel: 01794 301194 Secretary: Victoria Barrett Tel: 01794 301062
Chilbolton Care Group Peter Ward Tel: 01264 860528
Stockbridge & District Young Farmers Club Meets every other Thursday at the Combine Club in Leckford. It is a rural-based youth group for young people aged 10 to 26. You don't have to be a farmer to be a Young Farmer! Club Secretary: Victoria Brown Tel: 07828 019624 [email protected]
Royal National Lifeboat InstitutionStockbridge & Upper Test Branch. Chairman: Tolley Taylor. Tel: 01256 893561
Somborne & District SocietyRegular activities including monthly talks, usually on the fourth Wednesday in King`s Somborne Village Hall. For membership information please contact 01794 388107
The Upper Test Valley Vintage ClubThe club was formed in 1998, locally based, for people with interests in vintage machines. No need to own one. Social meetings at the Leckford Combine Club, second Tuesday of the month from October through to April, 8pm. We support many local charities. Contact : Mr David Watts on: 01264 810421 (chairman)www.uppertestvalleyvintageclub.co.uk. [email protected] (secretary & membership secretary)
The Wallops W.I.Meet every second Wednesday of the month - 7.30pm. St Peters Church Hall, Over Wallop. New members and guests are always welcome. Contact Pam Quick on: Tel: 01264 781292 or Shirley Monger on Tel: 01264 782151
Longstock & Leckford W.I. Meets every fourth Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm in Longstock Village Hall. We have a very interesting programme of speakers for 2011 as well as many social occasions planned. Tel: 01264 810150 or 01264 810603.
Houghton W.I. Meets on the third Monday of every month (except August) at 7.30 pm in Houghton Village Hall. Houghton WI is a lively and friendly group and all visitors or potential new members are most welcome. Contact, Sandra Harper Tel: 01794 388509 or Jane Anderton Tel: 01264 810928.
Chilbolton W.IMeets at Chilbolton Village Hall on the third Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm. New members welcome. Our group has a wide range of interests and enjoys a variety of activities throughout the year locally and nationally. Contact: Sally Griffiths Tel: 01264 860313 or Sue Batchelor Tel: 01264 860307
Royal Air Force Association Ben Warren Tel: 01264 810522
Stockbridge Church Flowers Angela McMeekin Tel: 01264 810236
Stockbridge Lunch Club Joyce Compton Tel: 01264 810898
RiVa - Dog Training Kings Somborne. Val Kelsey Tel: 01794 388570
Royal British Legion (Houghton Branch) Chair: Michael Ford Tel: 01264 810691Secretary: John Gale Tel: 01962 760225Poppies: A McMeekin Tel: 01264 810236
Royal British Legion Womens Section (Stockbridge Branch)Branch Chair: Nancy Warren Tel: 01264 810522Secretary: Joyce Compton Tel: 01264 810898
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in Europe. His work is to be found in private collections around the world. Richard Jaques, writing for the Scotsman said of him that the artist's "future is well worth watching". We are delighted to bring this collection of exuberant and vivacious paintings to The Wykeham Gallery.
The exhibition will be open until 2nd July, Monday - Saturday, 10 am – 5 pm
in Romsey or its surrounds.Furthermore, the events and exhibitions are organised independently by individuals and local groups not ‘bought in’ by the Festival. The result is a showcase for local talent with a unique Romsey flavour. So please bring your families and friends and join in the fun.
You can find full details of events, exhibitions and venues at romseyartsfestival.org.uk
The Wykeham Gallery is showcasing the bold and exciting work
of Christopher Johnson. Christopher was born in Zimbabwe (Rhodesia) in 1961 and left southern Africa in 1989 to base himself in England. Travelling extensively to find subject matter that moves him most, he has regularly exhibited in London, Edinburgh and the South of England and has also shown in America, Australia, South Africa and
The Romsey Arts Festival will be held on 17th July 2011. The festival
offers the chance to enjoy a wide range of music, drama, literature and the visual arts. There are new events and new venues and we hope to see you at many of them – for locals and visitors alike there is something to inspire everyone, regardless of age or background. Romsey Arts Festival is rare amongst festivals in that it features amateur and professional artists, almost all of whom live
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After a lapse of one year Hampshire Open Studios is up and running again. All past participants in this highly popular event will know how hard Wendi Watson worked over a period of nine years
to provide such an exciting and varied event throughout the county. After a long illness it is sad to report Wendi’s death. Pete Gilbert and Anne Middleton have bravely taken up the challenge of resuming the event and they have been delighted at the response there has been from both artists and craftspeople as well as from the public.
Once again artists from all over the county will be opening their homes and studios to visitors between August 20th to 29th. A total of 171 venues will be open and at many of the venues you will be able to watch artists at work who will be happy to discuss their work with you, probably over a cup of tea. The range of artists will be vast including mixed media, photographers, wood workers, sculptors, glass workers and textile artists. There will be several groups exhibiting together to give an even wider choice to look at; most will have items for sale.
In Broughton Bridget Dumper will be displaying her beautiful sculptures in luxurious materials such as green opal and cobalt stone whilst a group at The Barn in Broughton will
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have a selection of sculptures, jewellery and paintings which should provide a lot of interest. Sir Harold Hillier Gardens will be showcasing the Best Of Hampshire Artists exhibition as part of the Open Studios project and will be offering a two-for one entry voucher. This is just a small selection of the venues open in the Stockbridge and Test Valley area.
Look out for the cerise Open Studios catalogues that will be available all over the county in a variety of public places or from the artists themselves; just pick one up, plan your trips and see some of the wonderful arts and crafts that Hampshire has to offer.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HAMPSHIRES OPEN STUDIONS CONTACT: ANNE MIDDLETON ON: 02380 364828OR EMAIL: [email protected]
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A summer choral concert, entitled "An English Country Garden" is the
Romsey Singers' contribution to the forthcoming Romsey Festival. The concert is in the United Reformed Church, Romsey at 7.30pm on Tuesday 5th July. The concert programme consists of varied and sometimes demanding work by Britten, Stanford, Delius, Horowitz and others, and is much more than a gentle amble down the garden path. In their regular Romsey Abbey concerts, the choir, led by Ian Wicks, has shown itself to be more than capable of
Winchester Fashion Week 2011Winchester’s first
ever Fashion Week is happening from
25th – 31st July. This is the
culmination of an exciting programme put together by established and emerging members of the design community involving local businesses and venues.
Wayne Hemmingway, designer and entrepreneur, founder of Red or Dead and Vintage Hemmingway will officially open the event at the Winchester Discovery Centre on Tuesday 19th July at 7.00pm (booking required).There will be free catwalk shows at the Brooks Shopping Centre from Monday to Wednesday at 12.30 and a Pop Up Design Shop and Gallery with millinery, jewellery, ceramics, interior products and product design, painting and photography; some works available for the first time. Throughout the week, there will be a range of talks, demonstrations and workshops including events for younger people.
The week will culminate with the Cirque du Fashion fashion shows. Running for an epic three nights from
Thursday 28th – Saturday 30th July from 7.00 - 8.00pm at Winchester’s Guildhall. This will be a catwalk show to envy
the Big Tops. Think Cirque du Soleil with less acrobatics and more appliqué, add in a little of the McQueen shows and roll up roll up! Expect to be wooed by our clan of dreamy models, acrobats, clowns, harlequins and dancers, with clothes by local students and designers; this is one show not to be missed.
Tickets for all events are available from the Discovery Centre on 01962 873603
For the full programme of events, talks and workshops please check out the events pages at www.winchesterfashionweek.com
tackling an ambitious repertoire, and will welcome you to this Festival event. Tickets are £10, unreserved, from the Romsey Tourist Information Centre, from members of the choir, and at the door. The Festival runs from 2 to 15 July and the full programme is at www.romseyartsfestival.org.uk/at-a-glance.htm
has become very collectible and this was an opportunity for people to see and acquire a print for themselves". "Many don't know that he studied art at Ealing College of Art in 1963 before he became a professional musician and he has painted and drawn throughout his career. He has had access to all the great rock stars of the last 40-odd years and they have often been the subjects of his artwork especially, of course, The Stones".
Prints ranged in price from around £400 to £3,750 with originals considerably more, the work is a fascinating insight into this part of his life and is a must for any Stones/Wood fan.
For further information call the gallery on 01264 810717 or [email protected]
Three years on, the Stockbridge gallery, Courcoux & Courcoux
Contemporary Art, staged its second exhibition of originals and prints by Rolling Stones wild man Ronnie Wood.
The show ran from 4-22 June, the work was different to that shown previously and gallery director Ian Courcoux said that Ronnie's fans to came from far and wide to view. "The last time we were very busy in the gallery and sales were brisk. Ronnie
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Stockbridge Town HallHigh Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire. Hall has a kitchen area and an entertainment licence. Now with lift to the Upper Hall. Bookings may be made on our website www.stockbridgetownhall.co.uk. For those without internet access. Tel: 07770 297175
Houghton Village HallHall has a kitchen area, public entertainment licence and disabled access. 12 parking spaces. Bookings: Tel: 01794 388008
King’s Somborne Village HallThe hall is situated in the centre of the village alongside the recreation ground. The main hall, which seats over 100 people, has a large fixed stage with a proscenium arch and a built in sound system. The hall has an excellent newly appointed kitchen with a serving hatch to the main hall. The committee room, which has been totally refurbished, is suitable for meetings of about 12 to 14 people. Parking for forty vehicles is available adjacent to the hall. To arrange a booking for a function, meetings or other activity or to obtain further information, please contact Mary Bradley on 01794 388386 or by email at [email protected] or visit www.thesombornes.org.uk/villagehall
Over Wallop Church HallWallops Parish Hall, Middle Wallop. Hall has a kitchen area and disabled access. Hall has parking spaces for 50 vehicles and has an entertainment licence. Bookings: Tel: 01264 781792
Broughton Village Hall High Street, BroughtonHampshire. Bookings: Tel: 01794 301365
Goodworth Clatford Village HallThe Village Hall was purpose built in 1924. The hall can cater for 100 people or 80 seated at tables. There is a full sized snooker table, fully fitted kitchen, sound system and car parking. The club is located in large grounds with 3 gazebos and backing onto the river; a barbecue is available for hire. Bookings can be made via Mary Holloway on 01264 364005.
Middle Wallop Parish Hall A343 Crossroads, Middle Wallop, Hampshire.
Chilbolton Village HallEastman's Field Chilbolton. Hants SO20 6AT. The Village Hall is a modern building with good facilities and a spacious well lit car park. It is used by many local organizations on a regular basis, but is also
available for hire. Whether it be a club or sports activity, or a large family social gathering, the hall can provide for a maximum of 125 seated guests. A good sound system is installed and a generous sized well equipped kitchen is available for catering purposes. A large patio overlooks open fields to the rear. For bookings - please contact Mrs. Becky Williams on Telephone: 01264 861033.
Sparsholt Memorial HallWoodman Lane, Sparsholt SO21 2NR. Main hall with beech floor, seats 140. Meeting room seats 25. Grand piano, portable stage, parking. Bookings: Tel: 01962 776129
Crawley Village Hall Can seat 100 people. It is licensed for public entertainment and has excellent facilities. Details can be found on www.crawleyvillagehall.co.uk. Bookings Tel: 01962 776518 or via the website.
Wherwell Village HallSituated in Church Street in an attractive village centre location, our cheerful hall is available to hire at reasonable rates for your function whether it be a wedding, business meeting or regular class. • Comfortable seating for 120• A fully appointed kitchen for the preparation of hot and cold meals• Car park for up to 20 cars in addition to off-street parking• Separate bar area off the main hall • Easy access for loading and unloading• An excellent winged stage, with back stage dressing rooms and WC If you are interested in making a booking or want a viewing contact Julie Dickenson: 01264 861494
79 ServiceAndover to StockbridgeFor detailed timetables visit http://www.stagecoachbus.com/region_11.html and search the timetables with the relevant route or call Traveline: 0871 200 22 33
Test Valley Dial a Ride Dial a Ride minibuses are specially adapted with handrails and low steps to help passengers. Each vehicle is equipped with a lift or ramp to assist wheelchair and walking frame users. You can use
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Hawksdown Vet CentreWindover Farm, Longstock, Stockbridge, SO20 6DJTel: 01264 810281
VETERINARY SERVICES
this service if you have a mobility or sensory impairment which means that you cannot use or have difficulty or discomfort in using bus services. For example, you might have difficulty climbing steps on to buses or be unable to walk to the bus stop. You do not have to be registered disabled. 01264 352860 (10.00am-2.00pm Mon-Thurs) (10.00am-noon Fri)
BUSES
Saturday August 27th
Plain Invasion! Display and Enactment of Historic Military Vehicles
At the Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop.10.00am – 4.00pm
Museum of Army FlyingMiddle Wallop, Stockbridge, SO20 8DY
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Are you tired of hearing about them? Tales of the bankers bonuses are about as exciting as playing Monopoly on a continuous loop and the amounts of money may as well be part of
the same game, £650,000, £2,000,000, £6,000,000 on top of their salaries; “Oh let’s buy Bond Street, Mayfair, a station or two. Have an extra £200, (or is that million), for passing ‘Go’ and a ‘Get out of Jail Free’ card.”
And that’s the issue for us mortals whose public money has gone to shore up the likes of RBS, Northern Rock, Lloyds TSB, (Trouble Subtracting & Balancing), et al. It would appear that having screwed up in a spectacular fashion they have indeed used the ‘Get out of Jail Free’ card to its fullest effect. I wonder if there is any other profession where that could occur without public retribution. Yes, we’ve heard the odd rant, a half hearted enquiry or two, and polite suggestions from Government that such bonuses need to be restricted, but it would seem all of these have conveniently fallen on deaf ears.Had we been French there would have been guillotines erected in the City by now, but no whilst the media continue to fuel the flames we have become resigned, there is nothing we can do.
In the defence of bankers, and I will be brief, whether they be fund managers, brokers or whatever, they do work very long hours under huge amounts of pressure and are literally ‘owned’ by the banks who employ them. The amount of their salary and bonus is only a reflective percentage of what the bank has made globally and they probably pay 45% tax. But actually as I write I’m thinking ‘tough’ they still get way too much and what is tantamount to the banks’ greed and inopportune risk taking has rendered us as a country, how shall we say, a tad overdrawn. In short, they paid themselves bonuses
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when they were failing to do a good job and they knew it.So it’s because they have played Monopoly, and indeed monopolies, with our money and we have to pick up the tab that makes us so very angry.
Are we equally angered by other high earners? That cheeky chappy Gary Lineker earns an estimated £6,000,000 from the BBC and no doubt another packet for being the ‘face’ of Walkers crisps, he knows his Cheese and Onion from Prawn Cocktail that one, but it’s allowed because he used to play internationally and once alerted the England manager that Gazza was in tears. National treasure he may be but our licence fees still contribute to his salary.
And then there’s Wayne Rooney who is clearly talented, from the waist down at least, who is paid in the region of £260,000 per week, plus bonuses, to which those devotees who struggle to find their season ticket money contribute.
The relationship between those types of high earners and us is one of parasite and host. The worst that Rooney can do is to not score but the media keeps us fed (if we are interested) with every scrap from the table that is his private life, and we consume it avidly.
Bankers are portrayed as champagne swilling toffs by the press but it’s the bankers who feed from us to the point of, in some cases, our financial ruination. There’s no entertainment value in being bled dry, why should we have to pay for that?
