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The Loddon Valley Link Church and Village Magazine
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Welcome to the July edition of the Link.
This month’s highlights include an absolutely fascinating article on
thatching and growing thatching straw, important local industries given
the number of thatched cottages in our villages.
The Borough Councillor’s update from Elaine Still includes a tribute to the
late David Leivesley. David was a driving force in bringing the new Sherfield Park Parish
Council into being, but tragically he died before he could
see his dream come to fruition. Elaine paints a picture of aman who devoted his life to making things better for others.
Congratulations to Cllr Marilyn Tucker, who has celebrated
forty years as a Councillor.
Our summer events are well under way. We have a picture
report of last month’s Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Fete.
Many thanks to Gillian Barlin for the lovely photos in the
report and the cover picture. We are now looking forward to
Sherfest in Sherfield Park in July and Sherfield & District
Show in September. As Simon said last month September
may seem a long way off but it will soon be here. A
reminder that the Loddon Valley Link has a best cover
photograph competition awarded at the show. We’re very
keen to get lots of good quality, local interest photographs
for our cover. So send your entries to the editor - photos
should be high resolution (300dpi) jpegs in portrait format.
Please keep your photos and articles coming in to:-:
editor@loddonvalleylink.org.uk .
Contents
Church Services……….….. 4
Messy Church . …………….5
Minister’s Letter ……....….. 7
Bramley Primary School….. 8
Prayer Page and ParRegisters…………………....11 News from the Diocese……17
Sherfield & District Show …19
Thatching…..…………...22-23
Remembering WWI dead…24
Doreen Toswill……………..24
Sherfield PC …………….…29 Sherfield Vge Fete rpt .. 30/31
Sherfield Park ……. .... 34- 35
WI…………………………....37
NWR & Evergreens….…… 39
Beat Report ……..……….. .40
Sherfest …………………….41
Borough Councillors…...42-43
Stratfield Saye……………...47
Gardening Club ……………48
Bramley WI Lite…………….55
Small Ads………….………..56
Useful Tel. Nos…………….57
Jane Abrams
Editorial
St Leonard’s Church Room is available for hire
The new church room is a light modern space with kitchen and toilet facilities.Suitable for meetings or children’s parties!
For more information about hiring please contact:
admin@stleonardschurch.co.uk / 01256 882788
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Children are welcome at all our services. Services in italics are particularlygeared to children and families.
*Drive up close to the white gates, which will open automatically .
Services
July 2016
Sunday 3rd July
Trinity 6 10.00am Holy Communion St Leonard’s Sherfield
10.00am Family Service St Mary’s Stratfield Saye* 6.30pm Evensong St Mary’s Hartley Wespall
Sunday 10th July Trinity 7
10.00am Morning Worship & Sunday Club St Leonard’s Sherfield Friday 15th July
4.15pm Messy Church Picnic St Leonard’s Sherfield
Sunday 17th July Trinity 8
10.00am Holy Communion & Sunday Club St Leonard’s Sherfield 6.30pm
Evensong
St Mary’s Hartley Wespall
Sunday 24th July Trinity 9
8.30am Holy Communion St Mary’s Hartley Wespall 10.00am Together in Worship St Leonard’s Sherfield
(a service for all ages)
Sunday 31st July Trinity 10
10.00am Benefice Holy Communion St Leonard’s Sherfield
Sunday 7th August Trinity 11
10.00am
Holy Communion
St Leonard’s Sherfield
10.00am
Family Service
St Mary’s Stratfield Saye*
6.30pm Evensong St Mary’s Hartley Wespall
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Services at HartleyWespall July to
September
For a 3 month trial period, starting withJuly, the services at Hartley Wespall willbe as follows:
1st Sunday 6.30pm Evensong
3rd Sunday
6.30pm
Evensong
4th Sunday 8.30am HolyCommunion
Please note there is no Holy Communionon the 1st Sunday and Holy Communionon the 4th Sunday will start at 8.30am.
Pip Iles
Churchwarden.
900 years of St Leonard’s
Save the Dates
27th to 29th May 2017 Spring Bank
Holiday weekend.
900 years after the “Chapel at Ease”opened at Schirefeld, (later St. Leonard’sChurch, Sherfield on Loddon), we plan aCelebratory Weekend of Events for allthe family.
Details later. Please note the dates.
Friday 15th July 2016
Picnic at St Leonard’s Church 4.15pm - 5.30pm
Followed by a look around the Church
Everyone welcome!
* Please note no Messy Church in August *
It is essential that you book
(and please advise of any food allergies).
For more information and to book, please contact :Peta Alvares:
padalvares@gmail.com or on Facebook: messychurchsol
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BREACH LANE CHAPEL
Sherfield on Loddon
Geoff Belsham 01256 882534 / 07519 708416Transport is available for all events at the chapel
Services for July
Catholic Services
St Bede’s and Holy
Ghost Churches,Basingstoke.
Parish Office Open
Tues to Friday9.30 am-1.00 pm Tel.465214. Sunday Mass 9.00 am, 11.00 amand 6.30 pm
St. Leonard’s Church
The Church
Open Days forJuly are 2nd, 16th
and 23rd. Openfrom 10am till
4pm
Friday 1st 10.30am Open Morning at the Chapel
Sunday 3rd
10.30am
Family Worship led by Steve Smith
Thursday 7th 7.45pm House Group & Bible Study at 7 Pound
Close, Bramley
Friday 8th 10.30am Open Morning at the Chapel
Sunday 10th 10.30am Family Worship led by Graham Locke
Friday 15th 10.30am Open Morning at the Chapel
Sunday 17th 10.30am Family Worship led by Neil Owen including
Holy Communion
Tuesday 19th 7.30pm Church ABM at Frimley Road
Friday 22nd 10.30am Open Morning at the Chapel
Sunday 24th 10.30am Family Worship led by Rev. Richard Lane
Wednesday 27th 2.30pm Midweek Fellowship led by Geoff Belsham
Friday 29th 10.30am Open Morning at the Chapel
Sunday 31st 10.30am Family Worship led by Neil Owen
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Dear friends.
When I was growing up getting a model
aircraft kit for a birthday was considered to
be a good present. I loved them but, for
some reason, they didn’t like me. They
required me to be meticulous and careful; I
was neither. They required me to read
instructions and follow them but I preferred
to just stick them together because I knew
better. What? Paint the pilot before putting
him in the cockpit? Why, that would take
weeks and I only had one hour. There were
always bits left over and there were always
tears and tantrums. My dad invariably took
over and brought the ill fated project to a
conclusion.
I wonder how many of you still try and
assemble flat pack furniture without reading
instructions? In a very real sense I failed
miserably as a child where ‘Airfix’ kits were
concerned. You might have discerned then
that I was not a practical child. So, how
come I ended up as a carpenter/cabinet
maker working patiently on intricate
commissions all day every day for a
considerable period of my life? Well, for a
start I grew up and then, along the way,
someone taught me to persevere and never
give up. Someone taught me that failure
was the key to success.
For some people ‘failure’ is a dirty word;
‘failure is not an option’. With respect, givingup should not be an option. Failure is a
great gift and gives us great gifts. When we
fail at something we are given an
opportunity to grow, to become a better
human being. It allows us to reflect on what
we might do next time. It allows us to seek
the wisdom and advice of others. It allows
us to improve techniques and discover
better materials. It allows us to become
listeners, learners and it teaches us
humility. Most importantly it
allows us to empathise with
others and become mentors who
understand life’s tricks and turns.
The society we live in applauds success
and rewards those who do well. But it
excoriates those who fail by bullying or
verbally crucifying them on Twitter or
Facebook and, if they are public figures, in
the press or on television. At the same time
most individuals would recognise the value
of failure. Strange, aren’t we? It seems to
me that before pointing the finger at others
we should always remember our own
journey, our own failures and victories as
well as those who mentored us. Peter the
Apostle was always putting his foot in it,
always speaking out of turn. All of his
indiscretions could be forgiven; after all, he
was bumbling and clumsy, a bit of a lovable,
comical character. How could he, though,be forgiven for denying that he even knew
Jesus, after Jesus’ arrest, (John 18:15)
especially after he had vociferously claimed
that he would die for him? (John 13: 37). So
poignant then the way in which Jesus not
only forgave him after his resurrection, but
also restored him to full fellowship and
friendship (John 21 15-17). As we read on
through the New Testament it is often clear
what Peter had learned from his failures
and how that affected the way he related to
others. In his greatest weakness he foundacceptance, strength, healing, hope and a
future in Jesus - and we can too.
Every blessing.
t ph n (Vicar)
01256 881071 sb113lb@gmail.com
MINISTER’S LETTER
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Just before the Easter break, Ofsted’steam arrived at Bramley C of EPrimary School and carried out itslong-anticipated inspection. To thegreat delight of everyone in Bramleyconnected with the school, the finaloverall rating was ‘Good’. The School
Leaders are delighted that the reportreflects the ‘relentless focus onsecuring good progress for all pupils’,that ‘high expectations (for staff andpupils) have created a culture inwhich all are expected to strive to dotheir best’ and recognises the ‘strongteam who work closely together toimprove outcomes for pupils.’Teamwork and high aspirations forthe children’s learning have ensured
that ‘teaching has improved andpupils’ standards have risen’.
In an interview with the BramleyMagazine, Miss Hodgkinson and MrMoore, the Head and Deputy,commented that the inspection was avery positive experience. They feltthat the judgement was reflective ofthe dedication and determinationconsistently demonstrated by the staffto do the very best for the pupils atBramley. The report states that ‘pupils
are happy and they enjoy school.They have very positive attitudes and
want to do well.’
The Ofsted team took into account allof the comments made by parents,both informally on the playground andthrough the on-line parent viewsurvey. In a letter to parents MissHodgkinson wrote, ‘It is heart-warming to know that the hard work
and effort that has been put intodriving the school forward isrecognised and appreciated.’ Ms.Nicky Parker, the Chair of Governors,assured parents in the letter that staffand governors “would not be restingon our laurels. We know there is stillplenty more work to do; and we knowwe can rely on your support in ourquest to become an outstandingschool.” It is clear that the School is
committed to giving the children atBramley C of E Primary Schoolexceptional learning opportunitiesand to build on all of the successes
that have been achieved.
This article first appeared in theBramley Magazine. Thanks to their
Editor Rachel Barclay Smith for permission to reprint it in the Loddon
Valley Link.
Bramley Primary School Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted
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At a time of change let us pause for
reflection.
Text For The Month
"Be still, and know that I am God; I will beexalted among the nations, I will be exaltedin the earth." The LORD Almighty is with us;the God of Jacob is our fortress.Psalm 46: 10 & 11 The NIV Bible
Prayer for the Month
Lord of all, we pray once morefor our troubled and dividedworld, so full of tension, so fullof need.
We pray for those who striveto bring liberty and create a
world free from religious and politicalpersecution, racial bigotry and ethniccleansing.
We pray for those who strive to bring justiceand create a world free from exploitationand corruption, prejudice anddiscrimination.
We pray for those who are striving to breakdown the barriers between those in power,also those who feel helpless and unable toinfluence events.
Lord, we ask you to bring peace wherethere is war, reconciliation where there isdivision and co-operation where there isconflict. Give to all a willingness to engagein dialogue rather than dispute, discussionrather than destruction. Come to our brokenworld and grant it healing.
In Jesus’ name we pray.
Amen
Prayer Points for July
Pray for:
The very many Scripture Union and otherChristian camps for children organised allover the country. May those who attend feelthe touch of your Holy Spirit.
Those who are to be married in the next twomonths, and all who been married in the
past year.
Safe journeys for all who travel in theseholiday months, and for a time of rest andrenewal for those on holiday.
The children in our villages, that they maybe safe throughout the summer.
An end to the continuous violence in theMiddle East
Those who feel the need to flee from thecountries they live in at present, for safe journeys as they cross the Mediterraneansea and solutions for their future as
immigrants to new countries.
Also give thanks, for:
Our Queen for her faith and her trust inJesus
The success of all the village events of the
last month.
The joy of summertime.
Prayer Page
Parish Registers
Wedding
Luke Williams and Lisa-Marie Monger 11.06.16 Sherfield
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www.classictreeservices.co.uk
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The Loddon Valley Link is a church andvillage magazine that serves the communitywithin the local distribution area byproviding local information, news andarticles which are both informative and ofgeneral interest. The committee hasdecided to take this involvement one stepfurther and offer a limited number of grants
to organisations that are, but not limited to,those involved with youth groups, sports orsenior citizens. In making an application thefollowing criteria apply:-
The organisation must be charitable
or voluntary.
The organisation must be within the
magazine distribution area.
The request must be for a specific
item or event.
The request would generally not
exceed £200
It must be shown in theapplication how the request willbenefit the community involved with theorganisation.
Any request should be submitted either byemail or in writing to the committeesecretary Ilene Iles (see back of magazinefor details) by 5th August at the latest. It is
hoped a number of awards will be made,but this is dependent on applications. Thecommittee will make the final decisions andall applicants will be informed of theoutcome. Names of those successful will beprinted in the September edition of themagazine. There is no appeal forapplications that are not approved.
Donald Dawson, Chairman, LVLManagement Committee.
Loddon Valley Link Grant Award
John Field, a retired solicitor from Ashstead,has been a magician for over forty years Herecently gave the Probus Club ofBasingstoke an informative insight into thehistory of magic.
The first known magician was Dedi, in 2700BC. He was famous for cutting the head offa bird – then attaching another one so the
bird could fly away. The secret? It’s all to dowith the way a bird will tuck its head under awing.
Witchcraft suspects were pricked with abodkin – a needle with a small handle totest for a numb spot where the Devil hadkissed the alleged witch. Initially thesuccess rate was minimal, so the bodkinwas redesigned, putting the needle on aspring to retract when touching anything.From then onwards, the fate of hundreds ofinnocents was sealed.
In later years magiciansmade fortunes. WilliamEllsworth Robinson calledhimself Chung Ling Soo. Hecaught bullets in his teeth,and it paid extremely well –in 1912 he was earning the equivalent of£31,500 per week. Unfortunately the trickeventually went wrong and he was killed.
John demonstrated his ability to mind-readrandom National Lottery numbers from theaudience, getting all six numbers correct.He closed, with the help of an audienceassistant, in a demonstration of the “cupand ball” trick. Even an observer at closequarters could not detect how it was done.
See www.probusbasingstoke.webs.com formore information about this social club forretired professional and businessmanagers.
'History of Magic' at Probus Club
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Miles Elliott
GARDEN MACHINERY SERVICES
Phone/Fax:01256 882224
Mobile:07810573479E-mail:miles.elliott@btinternet.com
ServicingRepairsTuning
AdjustmentSharpening
Turgis Green
Now’s the time for servicing
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Goddard’s Lane, Sherfield-on-Loddon, HOOK, Hants. RG27 0EZ
The Garage at Sherfield
www.thegarageatsherfield.co.uk
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Diagnostics Repairs Air Conditioning
Recovery
Collection and Deliveryservice available.
90% ofour workis repeatbusiness
Tel: 01256 882271
Mobile: 07812 939 498
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Open the Book, the scheme which takes
dramatised storytelling of the Bible into
primary schools, is running two days - one
a training day for new members and
anyone interested in joining, and one for
established teams.
They are:
Initial Training Day
Monday, July 4, 9.30am-3pm.
St Andrew’s Methodist Church, Western
Way, South Ham, Basingstoke, RG22
6ER.
Bring a packed lunch, drinks provided;
donations welcome to cover the cost. Car
parking at the church, or in the free public
car park in St Andrew’s Road behind the
church.
Enquiries and bookings:
enquiries@openthebook.net or call 01793418355.
Storyteller day for established members
of Open the Book
Saturday, September 10, 9.30am
registration for 10am start. Finishes at
3pm.
Christ Church, Chineham, RG24 8LT
£6 per person, £10 for two. Pay at the
door. Bring a packed lunch, refreshments
provided. Car parking at the church.
Enquiries and bookings:
enquiries@openthebook.net or call 01793
418355.
The Winchester Festival of the Arts
July 1-9.
Nine days of music, talks and drama
throughout the city, including Brahms’s
German Requiem on July 1 in Winchester
Cathedral. Among the other performances
are: Fauré’s
Requiem; Shakespeare’s Venus and
Adonis in St Lawrence Church; Robert
Hardy on stage as Sir Winston Churchill;
Michael Morpurgo talking about his books;
and, on the final evening in the Cathedral,
Britten’s Noye's Fludde, with Hampshire
County Youth Orchestra and children fromWinchester primary schools.
For details and to book, call 01962 857276
or visit http://winchesterfestival.co.uk/.
Summer exhibition: Hidden
Runs until July 17.
Open during normal cathedral opening
times. Cathedral admission charges apply.
YMCA and The Children’s Society present
a compelling portrait exhibition, Hidden, to
tell the story of young carers – often
invisible to society – who face hugeresponsibilities and unimaginably difficult
choices. Award-winning photographer and
former young carer Max Alexander
captures their resilience, determination
and dreams for the future. Hidden raises
awareness of the significant issues faced
by children who provide physical,
emotional and practical care for a loved
one.
For information on the cathedral, visitwww.winchester -cathedral.org.uk or call
01962 857200.
Download a full copy of enews at
www.winchester.anglican.org/resources/
communications-resources/bulletins/
where you can also get a copy of the new
newsletter, Live the Mission.
News from the Diocese
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Contact Roy on 01256 861462
Mobile: 07798 570443.
Website: www.molegone.co.uk
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The Four Horseshoes
Old Reading Road Sherfield on Loddon
RG27 2EX
Tel: 01256 882296 www.the4horseshoes.co.uk
The Four Horseshoes has changed its kitchen opening hours
Two main meals for £10 offer til 7pm Tuesday - Friday Monday 12noon – 4pm; Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday 12noon–3pm, 6pm–9pm; Friday and Saturdays 12 noon–9pm;Sunday 12noon – 4pm
Themed evenings, quiz nights, live music events and more
www.the4horseshoes.co.uk Visit us on Facebook
Book your celebrations with usBook your celebrations with us——function room/pufunction room/pub for hireb for hire
Traditional village pub serving drinks and food.
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We live in an area with alarge proportion of thatchedhouses and probably notcoincidently a vast acreageof fields growing thatching
straw.
Turgis Court Farm in Stratfield Turgis isone of the largest growers and suppliers ofthatching straw in the country. Around 300acres each year are grown. Two types ofstraw are grown, Triticale and MarrisWidgeon. These are the preferred cropsbecause of the length and strength of thestraw they produce.
It all starts in early September when thefields are ploughed and cultivated. Theseed is then sown into the ground using acorn drill. The seeds quickly germinate andthe plants grow quickly so in a few weeksthere will be a nice green covering across thefields. As winter comes along the cropsbecome dormant until the spring. In March
and April when the soil temperatures warmup and the daylight hours get longer thecrops begin to grow again. It is now thatfertilisers and plant nutrients are applied andweeds and diseases are monitored. The cropwill grow on through its growth stages; byJune will have grown to its maximum lengthand will have produced an ear of grain at thetop. In July the crop will start to die off andthe grain will harden. At the end of July the
crop is fit to cut and the harvest will start.
First to go in is the combine with headerstripper. This machine has a large rotor withfingers which goes through the crop andtakes the grain off leaving the stem of the
straw behind.
Next the straw harvesters will cut, clean andbundle the straw. The bundles are thenstrapped into bales which are stored in the
barns.
When the thatcher needs the straw itwill be delivered to site. The thatcher
will open the bales and give thebundles a final clean and trim. Thebundles are taken up and laid usingspars to fix the straw to the roof. Thespars are hazel sticks twisted in themiddle to create a large spring staple.For a small cottage around threetonnes of straw would be needed. Astraw roof can last 25 years. Mike,Steve & the team.
Thatching
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Life stories ofsoldiers of the FirstWorld War listed onthe village war
memorial
Continuing ouroccasional series,researched by a local
group
3500/ Rifleman Alfred C. Brant, 2ndBattalion Rifle Brigade, died 10th July
1916
Alfred Charles Brant was born inSherfield-on-Loddon in 1888 to Williamand Annie Brant. By 1901 there were fivechildren in the Brant family and Alfredwas the middle child. His sisters wereaged 16 and 10, while Alfred’s older
brother was 20 and his younger brother just 8. In 1901 Alfred lived with his familynear the pond, in one of the threecottages which are now part of Wheeler’sCourt. Alfred’s father worked as akitchen gardener, possibly at BuckfieldHouse, now Sherfield School.
In 1909, aged 18, Alfred enlisted as aregular soldier in the 2nd Battalion RifleBrigade. At the outbreak of the FirstWorld War he was serving in India, but byNovember 1914 the battalion had beenredeployed to France.
In 1915 the 2nd Battalion served withdistinction at the capture of Neuve-
Chapelle, though with high casualties.Later the same year there were furtherheavy losses at the Battle of Loos. In1916 Rifleman Brant may have beenwounded when the battalion carried outan attack on enemy lines under heavyshell-fire at Oviller -la-Boiselle on 1st July.128 men from the 2nd Battalion were
killed or wounded on that day.
Alfred Brant was brought back to the RedCross Hospital in the Cathedral Close inWinchester, where, according to records,
he died of gunshot wounds on 10th July1916. He is buried in St Leonard’sChurchyard, Sherfield-on-Loddon; theonly man commemorated on the villagewar memorial to be buried within theparish.
Remembering Our World War I Dead
Doreen Toswillhas beenrecognised by
The BasingstokeVolunteer Centrefor the work thatshe has carriedout for Sherfield-
on-LoddonCommunity CareGroup.
For many yearsshe has organised rides for the people ofSherfield and the surrounding villages for
their appointments to and from thehospital, the surgeries, the dentist etc.She has a list of volunteer drivers and it
may entail many phone calls to organisethese rides.
Sadly Doreen was unable due to ill healthto attend the Volunteer Centre receptionon June 9th to receive her award whichshe richly deserves. I invite the readersof the Loddon Valley Link to join me inthanking her for her years of excellentwork and commitment to our community.
Jane Malarkey
Good Neighbour
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West Green Road, Hartley Wintney RG27 8LP
Open June (date varies) to lateSeptember for Pick Your Own & Pickedfruit, vegetables and flowers includingStrawberries, Tayberries, Currants,Gooseberries, Raspberries, New
Potatoes & Asparagus; local Honey,Free Range Eggs and Homemade
Jams & Ice Creams
CALL 01252 845772from May 1st for information, & to place
orders or visitwww.westgreenfruits.com
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Meeting dates – Note Change of Time
The next Full Parish Council meeting ison 13 July at 8pm in the Liddell Hall.This is a later start time as, for the nextfew months, the Planning Committeewill meet immediately before FullCouncil at 7.30 pm (also in the Liddell
Hall). Please check the parishnoticeboards or the website for theagendas which are posted before themeetings.
Summer Tennis Camp
Totally Tennis will be running coachingsessions at the parish tennis courtsagain this year, subject to sufficientinterest. They will be held in the weekcommencing 15 August with a sessionat 9am for 4 to 7 year olds, followed byan hour for over 8s at 10am. Please
contact Totally Tennis on 01256 358816to book a place.
Annual Allotment Competition
The judging of the allotments has beenarranged for Wednesday 20 July.
Litter Warden Vacancy
Although Basingstoke and DeaneBorough Council has undertaken toclear the litter bins the parish council isstill hoping to find a new litter warden.The vacancy is for 6 hours a week butyou will need to be over 16 to apply.
Contact the Clerk for further details.
Disposal of Dog Waste Bags
You have probably seen the new dogwaste stations where waste bags areavailable. Unfortunately some dogowners are using the bags, but not thebins. Hanging used dog bags onfences, trees, etc, is unsightly andpotentially harmful to the environment.It is much more difficult to clear baggedwaste if it is not in the bins provided.Please keep the village clean and tidy.
Catherine Ryle- Clerk to the Parish
Council, Sherfield-on-Loddon,
PO Box 6862, Basingstoke RG24 4QZTelephone: 01256 842662
Email: clerk@sherfieldonloddon -pc.gov.uk
Sherfield-on-Loddon Parish Council
July Update
Drivers We provide a service for elderlypeople in your community, particularly forthose who find it difficult to use publictransport or lack the confidence to go outon their own. We provide a driving service
using our volunteers’ own cars. We needdrivers who can spare a few hours a weekduring the day time, Monday to Friday, andwho have comprehensively insured carswhich are suitable for carrying elderlypeople. We will cover petrol costs fromhome (currently 45p per mile). Even if youcan only offer one day or part of a day thiswould help us. You can choose whathours/days you are available and whatduties you undertake.
BefriendersWould you have anhour a week free in the daytime(Monday to Friday)? Manyelderly people would love to have someoneto come and see them for a cup of tea and
a chat, to relieve their loneliness. We try tofind you someone who lives near to you,but if you have to use your car or publictransport we will reimburse your costs.Weneed people who have time and patienceand like talking to elderly people. We willprovide you with training and support.
If you are interested in either or both of theabove opportunities please contact us byphone on 01256 423855 or emailvolunteering@neighbourcare.com
Basingstoke NeighbourCare needs you!
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Once again a very successful fetewas held on Sherfield Village Greenon Saturday11th June. There was lotsof good feedback from the public,events people, stallholders, and the
Mayor.
Performers – “Thanks for inviting us,it’s a great fete. We’ve enjoyed it.
We’d love to come back..
Stallholder, “First time here – we goto lots of shows. Lovely setting andeveryone very welcoming and helpful.Thank you. We’d like to come
again.”
Sherfield-on-Loddon Fete
The Basingstoke Concert Band
conducted by Mark Atkins
Photos: Gillian Barlin
Words: Natalie Larner
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Visitor, “We’ve comeagain from Andover. We like to come, asit’s one of the best in
the whole area.”
Village Mum, “Well done toeveryone and thank you. Alovely family event – we’ve
all really enjoyed it.”
See p. 48 for details of the Gardening
Club stall.
was
The crowd enjoyingthe festivities at the
fete
Balloon release
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News from Sherfield Park
If the photo above drives you crazy, andyou want to earn a bit of extra cash as wellas enjoy walking around Sherfield Park,why not become our new litter warden?This paid role collects rubbish, coordinatespick-up of fly tipping and serves as theCouncil’s eyes and ears when it comes toour environment. We’ll provide training,equipment and protective clothing. Thesuccessful candidate will start with fivehours a week. If you’re interested, pleasecontactclerk@sherfieldparkparishcouncil.gov.uk .
INCREASED SECURITY PUSH BEGINS AT JUNE COUNCIL MEETING
Sherfield Park is blessed with low crimerates. With a new police representative anda drive to expand our existingNeighbourhood Watch, we plan to keep it
that way.
PCSO Krystof (Krys) Nadvornik dropped byJune’s Parish Council meeting to introducehimself and address concerns aboutwindscreen-wiper flipping and a manspotted lurking in bushes around Cufaude
Lane. The police believe the wiper incidentsare juvenile pranks, but the lurker is anobvious concern. Krys will be increasing his
patrols; look out for him on his bicycle.
Remember that the police can’t investigatewhat they don’t know about. Report anyunusual incidents to Krys atkrystof.nadvornik@hampshire.pnn.police.uk or dial 101 and ask for him by his collarnumber: 16299.
Why not go a step further and get involved
yourself? The Council is looking forvolunteers for both our existingNeighbourhood Watch programme and anew Speed Watch group. The latter willlearn how to use monitoring equipment,then go out in teams on occasional livemonitoring of problem roads. They reportany problem registration numbers to thepolice, who then issue warning letters. Theywill visit any driver with three infractions.
If you’re interested in supporting eitherprogramme tell theclerk@sherfieldparkparishcouncil.gov.uk .
WORKING GROUP ON BROADBANDSPEED SEEKS MEMBERS
One of the top frustrations across SherfieldPark is our sluggish broadband speed. TheCouncil is calling on concerned citizens toget involved, particularly those withcommunications industry contacts.
The group’s initial objectives: clearly definethe problem; attempt to get better answersfrom BT than those provided thus far; andconsider a plan of advocacy and action toprovoke more action on BT’s part. We’llalso explore alternatives to the Infinityupgrade and, if we find viable ones,propose them to the Council for possibleinvestment.
Email:cllr.bencard@sherfieldparkparishcouncil .
UPDATES FROM THE SHERFIELD PARKCOMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (SPCA)
THE SHOP FOR SHERFIELD PARK is on
schedule. Building is on time (see photo onfacing page) and a series of interviewshave been conducted with prospectiveshopkeepers. An extraordinary meeting ofthe SPCA should have been held to discussthe subcommittee’s recommendation, thewinner confirmed by trustees, and anannouncement of the winner made, by lateJune. Then preparations will begin inearnest to ready the shop for its anticipatedpre-Christmas opening.
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If all goes to plan, we hope the successfulbidder will attend Sherfest on 2nd July tosay hello to local residents. Or should wesay prospective customers?
COMMUNITY CENTRE LOFT
CONVERSION PROJECT
The SPCA plans to go out to tender for theconstruction phase of this project before theend of June. We’re adding a first floor withtwo new rooms, a toilet and kitchenette withtwo separate stairways for access. This willgreatly increase the building’s space, for
hire for a wide variety of functions, whilstalso generating some much-neededrevenue. Depending on the response frombuilding contractors, the construction workshould start by autumn this year. This is abig job that will inevitably impact on life atthe Community Centre, but we’ll makeevery effort to find practical workarounds tokeep disruption to a minimum during thiskey phase of work. To find out more, lookat the plans on view at the CommunityCentre and check the Loddon Valley Linkfor further updates.
SHERFIELD PARK COMMUNITY CENTREThe Centre relies on volunteers. You don’tneed any particular expertise, just comealong and meet the crew and perhaps run araffle, organise an event or simply lend ahand in the kitchen or running the bar for awhile. If you would like to get involved, whynot come along to the SPCA stand atSherfest and say hello? Details of Sherfestfeature elsewhere in the Loddon Valley Linkor you can use the SPCA contact detail
given above to find out more.
KIDS SUMMER CLUB
Bramley Out of School Club is organisinglots of holiday fun for primary schoolchildren aged 4–11 at Sherfield ParkCommunity Centre from 8-12 and 15-19 August. This is an Ofsted approved andregistered event designed to provide a safeand fun environment at affordable rates,with discounts for siblings. The programmeincludes sports, games, cooking, arts andcrafts, off
-site activities and more. Children
can choose to join in with a programme ofplanned, imaginative activities. For moreinformation or to book contact:admin@sherfieldparkcommunity.co.uk orcall 01256 883967.
GP FACILITIES
GOOD NEWS FOR CLIFT SURGERYPATIENTS
Recent recruitment has brought staff
numbers up to full strength. Annette Taylor,an experienced nurse specialising in minorillness across all age groups, has now joined the practice. She can prescribeantibiotics, pain killers and emergencycontraception as well as creams andlotions. You can book with Annette, eitheronline or via reception on: 01256 881228.
In addition Dr Rachel Quew has joined theClift Surgery, from another local practice, tofill the vacancy left by Dr Akhtar who saidfarewell in April. All patients currentlyregistered with Dr Akhtar will be transferredto Dr Quew.
Ellen Bencard
Howard Perkins
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Reported by Ilene Iles
Glenda Holder, our President for the JuneMeeting, welcomed everyone; in particularshe welcomed Evelyn Holdaway and LynChivers back on to the Committee.
Business was conducted and Memberswere informed that our Centenary Tree hasbeen planted beside the path over the
Village Green. A formal ceremony will takeplace in the near future to include allMembers when a plaque will be placed withthe tree.
Glenda then introduced our Speaker for theafternoon, Group Captain DavidGreenaway, O.B.E., R.A.F., Retired, whosetalk, illustrated with slides, was entitled“Flying with the Royal Family”. The GroupCaptain informed us that he spent 37 yearsin the R.A.F. and 2 years (1989-1991) withthe Royal Flight, which is sadly no more.His job was to arrange all the Royal Flights
and liaise with the principal passengers.Over the two years, he flew 400 flights withall the principal and senior members of theRoyal Family – 100 of those flights were
with PrincessDiana, for whomhe had greatadmiration. He recounted many anecdotesand showed slides of his time spent withthe Royal Flight, which he felt veryhonoured and privileged to have enjoyed.
Glenda gave the vote of thanks and a
discussion was held on arrangements forour July Meeting – an Indoor Street Partyand Celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s90th Birthday.
A lovely tea followed and the raffle wasdrawn.
NEXT MEETING: WEDNESDAY 6TH JULY2016 AT 2 P.M. IN SHERFIELD VILLAGEHALL.
INDOOR STREET PARTY, FUN ANDGAMES AND CELEBRATION OF HERMAJESTY THE QUEEN’S 90TH
BIRTHDAY.
To find out more about us go to our website www.hampshirewi.org.uk , then click on
Sherfield-on-Loddon.
Women’s Institute
Local care at home provider Bluebird Careis to make its first ever community grant.£250 will be made available to thecommunity group or initiative that workswith older people within Basingstoke and
Deane Borough or Hart District, and thatcan best demonstrate a need for additionalsupport. As well as £250 the group will alsoreceive support and advice from BluebirdCare. Director Phil Miles observes thatwithout the work of community groups whoorganise coffee mornings, day-trips or lunchclubs, many elderly people would be leftisolated at home.”We want to work with alocal project that gives older people anopportunity to try something new, such asgardening, leisure, recreational, help with
day trips or musical activities.”
The new grants scheme will be launched onFriday June 17th and will remain open forapplications until Friday 29th July. For moredetails or to request an application form,
please emailcommunitygranthook@bluebirdcare.co.uk or telephone Michael Auton on 07862253514. Copies of the application form arealso available at the Bluebird Care office in Acorn House, London Road, Hook RG279DY.
Contact: Michael Auton on 7862 253514 oremailcommunitygranthook@bluebirdcare.co.uk
Older people set to benefit from new community grant
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The June meeting began with adiscussion regarding business matters.Unfortunately our speaker did not arrivefrom the RSPB Basingstoke branch sothe members decided to have a fewgames of bingo. We then enjoyed alovely fruit cake with our cup of tea,
baked by Gwen Moring who celebratesher birthday this month. The meetingended with a raffle.The next meeting on the 4th July is achange of programme and will be a quizinstead of a beetle drive
Evergreens by May McQueen
First of all, I must apologise to the four
ladies concerned (Chris, Hazel, Wendyand Maggie) for omitting to write in thelast report that they came first in the AreaQuiz at Hook. This is a challenging quizwith several rounds, so a big well done tothem! Only thing is, now we have toorganise the one next year!
Our last meeting was about our favouritegenius, or at least someone we admirefor a good reason. This topic was inrecognition of our theme this year, whichcelebrates the centenary of Einstein’s‘Theory of General Relativity’. We startedwith Brunel, born in 1806, who isconsidered to be one of the mostingenious and prolific figures inengineering history and one of thegreatest figures of the IndustrialRevolution. He built the Great Western
Railway, aseries ofsteamshipsandnumerous bridges and tunnels, whichgreatly changed the face of publictransport. James Ellis was anotherchoice (no one had heard of him) whowas instrumental in making online use
safer and more secure. His contributionto the world of computing has beencompared with that of Alan Turing. Alsoin the world of technology, we had awoman mathematician who developed ananalytical engine in the 1840s, theforerunner of our modern computer. Thisthis was Ada Lovelace, the daughter ofLord Byron. She was thought to be thefirst computer programmer. Someoneelse said that she admired the gardenerGeoff Hamilton, whose approach togardening was down to earth (no pun
intended!) as he made it simple andcheap for everyone to enjoy. Otherchoices included Charles Darwin, Mozartand Marie Curie, whose talents need noexplanation. Something we noticed isthat many of them died relatively young(30s to 50s), and also that most werearound in the 1800s.
Our next meeting is a book discussionand the book we have been reading is‘The Boy Who Loved Anne Frank’ by
Ellen Feldman.
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Latest Beat Report SHERFIELD PARK COMMUNITY ASSOCATION
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Latest Beat Report
Monthly Crime Stats
ASB – 4
Burglary Dwelling – 1
Burglary Non-Dwelling – 4
Suspicious Incidents – 9
Indecency Offences – 3
Impaired Driving – 1
Assault – 3
Criminal Damage – 4
Concern for Welfare – 1
Domestic Incidents – 2
Driving Complaint – 2
Drug Offences – 1
Public Order Offences – 3
Road Traffic Collisions – 6
Theft – 4
Theft from Vehicle - 1
Notes
Anti Social Behaviour:
The four reports of ASB were a decrease ofsix reported incidents over the previousmonth.
Burglaries: The dwelling burglary relates to an incidentwhere offenders climbed on to a roof of aproperty and “jemmied” open a secondstorey window. They carried out an untidysearch and stole jewellery and a laptop.
Suspicious Incidents:
There was nothing to concern me about the
increase in these reports. Suspiciousincidents do not necessarily indicate acrime, but we would rather receive the callin case it turns out to be something serious.
Indecency
There were indecency offences in Sherfieldon Loddon due to a male exposing himselfover the last month. Through enquiries wehave established that the male involved who
does not live locally butwas working in the area.He was arrested andcharged with numerousoffences and has alsobeen sacked from hisemployment. Since then there have been nofurther offences.
Impaired Driving
This incident related to a drink driver beingspotted by an off duty officer and followeduntil another unit arrived. The male driverwas arrested for drink drive after providing apositive breath test. He does not live locally.
Emergencies
As always, please can I ask all residents toreport any suspicious persons, vehicles orincidents using the 101 telephone number;please only ring 999 if it is a genuine
emergency. An easy guide on whichnumber to use is this:
Is the incident in progress and isthere a risk of injury or damage toproperty? – 999
Has the incident already happenedand there is no longer any risk? –101
Anything else we need to knowabout? – 101
Many thanks,
PCSO Nathan Johnson
For news from the beat covering SherfieldPark please see ‘News from SherfieldPark’ on p. 34.
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David Leivesley
I would like to begin my article by payingtribute to the late David Leivesley.
David’s work in the community of SherfieldPark changed people’s lives for the better.It has been said before, but sometimes it isthe little things in life that make everythingbetter. Yet these little things all needsomeone to make them happen. David wasthe person who made lots of things happen.He was passionate about turning a newhousing estate filled with an eclectic groupof strangers, none of whom knew eachother, into a community that had identityand a feeling of drive and ambition. Aboveall he wanted to make Sherfield Parksomewhere that people loved to live, notbecause of the usual estate agent clichés,but because it had a beating heart.
His vision to see where we could get to, ata time when there were only a handful offamilies living in Sherfield Park, wasremarkable, and his drive and tenacious
character turned that vision into reality forall of us. The Sherfield Park Community Association was formed by a group of thoseearly residents to look after the promisedCommunity Centre. There were manybumps and hurdles along the way, butwhen David was elected Chairman, themomentum was unstoppable. With hisupbeat attitude and resolute determinationDavid squashed those bumps and hurdles.People would say to him “you don’t give up,do you?” to which he replied “Why would I?It’s not right”.
Perhaps the surprising part of David’scharacter to those who had not met him,was that this tenacity, determination andrefusal to accept the status quo, wasdelivered with warmth, friendliness andcompassion, alongside a keen sense ofhumour and ready smile.
Sherfield Park has much to thank David for;the post box that we were told would nevercome, the benches and bins that we walkpast without asking how they got there and
the thriving hub of our fledglingdevelopment, our Community Centre. Thenewly formed Sherfield Park ParishCouncil was also instigated and drivenforward by David.
Parish Council
I am so delighted to hear that SherfieldPark Community Association will be namingthe new wing of the Community Centreafter David, in tribute to a great man whodid so much for our
community. We are
now reaping the benefits of his foresightand determination.
I would like to wish the new Parish Counciland its councillors every success for thefuture. I look forward to our new ParishCouncil working closely with our thrivingCommunity Association in the best interestsof our community.
I’m always eager to hear from residentswith any issues or comments. Just email orphone me - I need your feedback and input
to represent all residents.
I attended the planning appeal hearing onDixon Road and spoke against theapplication for three gypsy caravans withassociated day rooms. This application hadpreviously been rejected by Basingstoke &Deane Borough Council planning authority.The appeal lasted two days and on the finalday we attended the site with thegovernment inspector where morequestions were asked and commentsmade. I would also like to acknowledge theresidents from Fernhill Place who attendingthe appeal hearing and put forward theircase for refusal with calm, dignified andsound reasoning. We now await the
government inspector’s decision.
Elaine Still Tel: 01256 880926
Mobile: 07747 862913
Website: elainestill.com
Cllr.Elaine.Still@basingstoke.gov.uk
Elaine.Still@hants.gov.uk
Borough Councillor s Update
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At the recent mayor -makingceremony in BasingstokeCouncilllor Marilyn Tuckerwas presented with a bunchof flowers to mark 40 years asBorough Councillor. Theoutgoing mayor, Councillor Anne Court, wanted to markthe occasion in this way.Marilyn (for whom thepresentation was a completesurprise) said “I’m very luckyto have such a lovely ruralarea to represent. I didn’t geton to the council for politics, I just wanted to help people. It’s wonderful the residents keep voting forme.”
We extend our congratulations to Marilynon her remarkable achievement.
Forty Years On
Basingstoke Town Ladies had a successful2015/16 season with both teams. The FirstTeam are Southern Region PremierLeague CHAMPIONS and have gainedpromotion to the FA Women’s PremierLeague Southwest Division 1. Our ReserveTeam had a great first season in theHampshire County Women’s FootballLeague Division 2, having been promotedlast year.
We are now looking to expand both oursquads.
Think you can compete in the PremierLeague? Or do you want to get back intoplaying football and expand your social life?
If so, please come a long to our pre-seasontraining. We train every Wednesday andSunday at the War Memorial Park inBasingstoke.
Please contact Director of Football CraigPrall on 07552828885 or emailbasingstokeladiesfc@hotmail.co.uk toregister your interest.
Visit our website
www.basingstoketown.com to find outmore.
Want to play for your local ladies’
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Sherfield and District Gardening Club (from Anna Scott) A BREACH LANE JOINT
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Once again, the club ran
its popular plant stall at the
Sherfield-on-Loddon fete.
We are delighted to say
that we have made
enough money to allow us
to continue to subsidise
the costs of our excellentspeakers for the year
ahead.
This was made possible by a great deal of
hard work from members and non-
members propagating plants and helping
on the day.
Huge thanks also to
our sponsors, The
Shop, Simmons &
Sons/Sherdons,
Franchi Seeds and the
Bramley Bakery. Lastbut not least, a big
thanks to all of you
who came and bought plants without which
we certainly wouldn’t have raised any
money!
In July, members of the club will be visiting
Spring Pond Garden in Laverstoke. Spring
Pond is a small private garden on alkaline
soil designed by garden designer Ian
Mylles, and created since 1995 by Carolyn
Sheffield. The garden surrounds a flint and
brick house converted from a group ofderelict farm buildings, designed by the
architect, the late Francis Johnson.
Anyone interested in gardening will be most
welcome to join us at our meetings in the
Sherfield Village Hall at 7:45pm.
For arrangements contact Dan on 882680
or Andy on 882350
Sherfield and District Gardening Club (from Anna Scott)
Becky, Rita & Jeannette will be hosting a ‘Tea at 3’fund raising event for St Michael’s Hospice on
Sunday 17th July 2pm – 5pm
at The Old School, Silchester Road, Bramley(drive runs along side the allotments).
There will be refreshments and cakes available.If anyone would like a stall at the event or for further information
please contact Becky on 07733 466210 / 01256 881358.
Everyone welcome!’
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CHARITY VENTURE!
Breach Lane Sherfield On Loddon
RG27 0EU
A reminder that Terry and Brian
Raisborough are opening their prize
winning garden again at White Gables
under the auspices of the NGS. Cathy and
Tony Miles who live next door at Cydonia
are also opening their garden for charity in
support of M.S. and will serve afternoon
teas.
SUNDAY JULY 3rd – 1PM - 5PM
The Group had its open meeting onWednesday 1st June and over 50 membersenjoyed pastries and cakes while beingentertained by Ken Wiseman with anostalgic look back to the music and songsof the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.
The next outing is to Lymington and Barton-
on-Sea on Wednesday 13th July which willbe followed on Thursday 11th August by aHorse Drawn Barge trip on the Kennet and Avon Canal. If you would like to join us oneither of these please contact KateLambeth on 01256 328791. The nextmeeting is on 6th July at which MichaelWells will be giving a talk detailing the workdone by the charity Canine Partners.
The group meets on the first Wednesday ofeach month at Brookvale Village Hall from10 am to 12 noon and all retired CivilServants and their partners are welcome.
Further details about meetings can beobtained from the Secretary Tony Brazier
on 01256 418770 or at bjmapbr@ntlworld.com .
David Cowling
Basingstoke Civil Service Retirement Fellowship
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A small, friendly playgroup forchildren aged 2 years 6 mths to school age
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Members of Bramley WI Lite were delightedto hear that the club had raised over £4,000for charity at their Sapphires and Sparklesfundraiser held in April at Sherfield-on-
Loddon Village Hall. This special ladies’night was attended by 116 local women andwas supported by businesses from acrossthe area.
On the evening guests were welcomed witha glass of fizz. Entertainment from tributeact ‘Forever Barlow’ and a buffet supper
were followed by fundraising activities,which included a table raffle, auction, raffleand a game of heads and tails. This wasfollowed by a disco provided by local DJ,Peter Cook. The MC on the evening waswriter (and entertainer!) ClareMacnaughton.
The proceeds of the evening, a staggering£4,131.83 will be split between theChildren’s Ward (G2) at Basingstoke andNorth Hampshire Hospital, and Bramley WILite, which will have its running costssecured over the next few years and and
will help them to run bigger and betterevents for its members.
Bramley WI Lite is part of the NationalFederation of Women’s Institutes. It is WIbut with a modern twist. The grouplaunched in 2007 and have since gone fromstrength to strength; they are proud to havearound 30 members, who meet once amonth.
Anne Grant, President of Bramley WI Lite
said: ‘Sapphires and Sparkles was afabulous success. We are extremelygrateful to those who supported the eventwith raffle and auction prizes, and donationsof precious time! We were amazed by thegenerosity of local businesses in support ofthe event; their support made thefundraising from the evening trulyastounding!’
Trish Le Flufy, Child Health ClinicalServices Manager: ‘On behalf of theChildren’s Ward at Basingstoke and NorthHampshire Hospital a huge thank you to themembers of Bramley WI Lite. The effort thatwent into fundraising for this event andmaking the night a success was huge. The£2,065.92 donated as a result will make asignificant difference to the lives of localchildren and their families.’
Generous supporters of Sapphires andSparkles included both local and nationalcompanies such as Abel & Cole, Christmas
Common Conserves, MarkwinsInternational Ltd, Cristina BartonPhotography, Odiham Cake Company, TheHampshire Court Hotel, Summerdown Mint
Company andTylney Hall Hotel.
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HOUSE CLEANING BY MARIA. Reliable and affordable service.Friendly, experienced lady who cleans every corner. Ironing also
available. References. Tel 07933 316989. mariacleaning@live.co.uk
LOCAL PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR and EXTERIOR DECORATORFirst class job guaranteed. Over 30 years experience. No job toosmall. For a free estimate ring Ian 01256 882132 or 07876021772
SEWING, EXPERIENCED AND CONVENIENT. Di is now back in theconservatory, Sherfield Garden Centre. Bespoke dressmaking, clothingalterations, repairs, curtains & blinds and soft furnishings. 07796045944.
PC SUPORT. For technical help with PCs, Macs, tablets, internet,
wi-fi: repairs, upgrades and installation: Call Ian on 07977 143310.
LOCAL EXPERIENCED TAX ADVISER. Self assessment tax returns,arrears, claims, payroll, self -employed, VAT returns. Initial consultationfree. Call 07920112533 or e-mail david_hitchins@msn.com
INSIDE/OUT Property maintenance, carpentry, decorating, locks fitted,garden maintenance. Tel 01256 882696 or 07713 470223. E-mail
rdam549@googlemail.com
WINDOW CLEANER. Windows cleaned or gutters cleared - one off orregularly. Local, reliable window cleaner (testimonials available). For a
quote call Pete Owen on 07762 616600 pjhcleaning@btinternet.com
VIRTUAL PERSONAL ASSISTANT. Do you have a small business?Busy diary? Virtual Personal Assistant services available on a flexiblebasis. Check out www.sarawillsortit.com or call Sara on 07910839533.
FOR SALE. 1 petrol powered rotorvator and 1 petrol powered
strimmer. Both in working order. For details contact Michael Reed on
01256 881311.
HANDYMAN. For all those inside and outside maintenance jobs.Outside - jet washing, grass cutting, garden maintenance. Internal - flooring, kitchen fitting, general maintenance. Contact Richard for a free
quote 01256 959773
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Allotments
Basingstoke GazetteBrownies
St. Leonard’s ChurchBreach Lane Chapel Catholic Church
Clift Surgery Patient Group
Cricket Club (Sherfield)
Cricket Club (ST & HW)
EvergreensFootball (Junior)Happy Faces Playgroup
Loddon Players
Loddon Quilters
Loddon Valley Link
Lunch Club.NWRPolice - Sherfield local beat officerPolice - Sherfield Park
Police - report an incident Poppies
Post Office
Rainbows
Sherfield. Community Care GrpSherfield on Loddon Fete
Sherfield Dist. Gardening Club
Sherfield Park Community Centre
Sherfield Park Parish Council Sherfield & District Show
Short Mat Bowls
Stratfield Saye Parish Council Stratfield Saye Village Hall Stratfield Turgis Parish Meeting
Sherfield-on-Loddon ParishCouncil Toddler Group 0-5sTree Warden.Village Green Volunteers
Whist DriveWomen’s Institute
Sherfield Village HallCaretaker/Bookings Management Committee
Bruce BattingChris Horton
Sue Handasyde-Dick
See inside back page
Geoff BelshamFr. Chris Rutledge
John Darker Andy Stevens
TBC
Jean Berntsen
Fred BerntsenPeggy HutchinsChris Horton
Jacky Morgan(See back pages)Helen BelshamGill Fearon
PCSO Nath Johnson
PC Jim Charlton
Police Control Room
Natalie Larner
Pam Luck
Doreen Tosswill Bruce Batting
Dan Farrow and
Andy MorganCandice Wright Sue Talbot (Clerk) Natalie LarnerNorman Stanley
Penny Mayo
Linda Bishop
Sheila Campbell (Chair) Catherine Ryle (Clerk)
Judith Sullivan
Jane Jordan
Bruce BattingVirgilius VickersChristine Skillett
Wendy Gosden
Ivan Gosden
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Editor for the August edition – Jane Abrams
Please submit copy for this edition no later than the 16th July.Send copy to: editor@loddonvalleylink.org.uk
Committee:Chairman: Dr. Donald Dawson 01256 882379(dgdawson@sky.com) Treasurer: Pip Iles 01256 880559Secretary: Ilene Iles01256 880559 (pip.ilene@tiscali.co.uk) Rev. Stephen Ball Dr. John Williams 01256 882705(lawnfarm@aol.com) Howard Perkins 01256 883882
perkinsthekeep@gmail.com
Germano Giugovaz 01189 332166
Claire Osborne 01256 324458(guyclaire@tiscali.co.uk) Simon Boase 01256 881250(sibo999@gmail.com) Brian Archer 01256 882099(brianarcher@btinternet.com) Jane Abrams 01256 881188( jheath2226@yahoo.co.uk)
Church Officers
Priest in Charge: Rev. Stephen Ball01256 881071, temporary emailsb113lb@gmail.com) (Please note: Stephen’s day off is Monday)
Assistant Priest: Rev. Sammie Armstrong 01189816593 (sc.cedars@greenbee.net) Curate (priest responsible for Bramley & LittleLondon: Rev. John Lenton 01256 880570Licensed Lay Ministers :Richard Elphick 01256 882860
Andrew Doggart 01256 880092
John Williams 01256 882705
Church Admin: Lisa Goodall 01256 882788(lgoodall.work@gmail.com)
ST. LEONARD’S CHURCH, CHURCH END,SHERFIELD ON LODDON, RG27 0JB(no mail)
Churchwarden: Peter Gould 01256 882538
Churchwarden: Richard Elphick 01256 882860
Treasurer: Dan Farrow 01256 882680
Organist: Mike Abrams 01256 881188
Organist: Brian Archer 01256 882099
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, STRATFIELD SAYE
Churchwarden: Dr. John Williams 01256 882705Treasurer: Charles Atkinson 01256 882459
Organist: Dr. Gill Williams 01256 882705
ST. MARY’S CHURCH, HARTLEY WESPALL
Churchwarden: Pip Iles 01256 880559Treasurer: Michael Webster 01256 882413
Organist: Dr. Gill Williams 01256 882705
Organist: Andrew Doggart 01256 880092
MESSY CHURCH, SHERFIELD PARK
Leader: Peta Alvares 0777 2322202
Please note: the Loddon Valley Link ManagementCommittee cannot be held responsible for the
reliability or quality of any goods, work or servicesin this publication.
ADVERTISING IN THIS MAGAZINE AND ONLINE
All advertising enquiries to Pip Iles Tel. 01256 880559
advertising@loddonvalleylink.org.uk Deadline for ads. for next edition is the 10th of the month
Small ads - £5 monthly for a maximum of 30 words, space permitting.Requests are dealt with in order.
Display ads pricing - please see the website or contact Pip Iles.
Distribution:
The Loddon Valley Link is hand distributed to over4000 houses across the benefices of Sherfield onLoddon incl. Sherfield Park, Hartley Wespall,withStratfield Turgis, Stratfield Saye and Br amley.
Also available online.
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