The Loddon Valley Link

for Sherfield-on-Loddon, Stratfield Saye and Hartley Wespall with Stratfield Turgis

Church and Parish Magazine

Issue 450

October 2012

Services for October 2012

Sunday 7th October

Trinity 18

10.00am 10.00am
6.30pm

Holy Communion Harvest Family Service

Friday 4.15pm Messy Church Sherfield Park Community Centre

Sunday 14th October

Evensong with Communion

St Leonards Sherfield St Marys Stratfield Saye*

St Marys Hartley Wespall

Trinity 19

10.00am 10.00am 10.00am

10.00am 6.30pm

Morning Worship With Sunday Club Harvest Family Service Holy Communion with Sunday Club

St Leonards Sherfield St Marys Hartley Wespall

Trinity 20

Sunday 21st October

St Leonards Sherfield
St Marys Stratfield Saye* St Marys Hartley Wespall

Wednesday 4.00pm Toddlers

Sunday 28th October 8.00am

Matins (BCP) with Communion by Extension Evensong

St Leonards Sherfield

Last Sunday after Trinity St Marys Hartley Wespall

10.00am

Holy Communion BCP by Extension

Family Service

St Leonards Sherfield
All Saints (4th before Advent)

Sunday 4th November

10.00am
10.00am 4.00pm

Family Service

Holy Communion Evensong with Communion

St Marys Stratfield Saye*

St Leonards Sherfield St Marys Hartley Wespall

*Drive up close to the white gates, which will open automatically. Children are welcome at all our services. Services in italics are particularly geared to children and families. BCP = Book of Common Prayer.

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Sister Dominics bad habits Sister Dominic was constantly spilling things down her much stained habit to the annoyance of Sister Gertrude, who one day gave Dominic a good boot up the behind. Gertrude, why did you kick Sister Dominic? asked Mother Superior. I didnt, I just kicked her habit.

The Department of Health, backed by the British Heart Foundation and Cancer Research UK, have launched Stoptober a scheme to help smokers who want to kick the habit. Apparently 2.7 billion is spent annually to provide medical help for people with smoking related illnesses. Smoking is addictive and one of the problems with any addiction is that the body becomes dependent upon the drug. The body chemistry changes and adapts, and any person who tries to break the habit finds themselves fighting against their own body. The NHS Stoptober scheme will run from the 1st to the 28th of October - details and helpline on www.smokefree.nhs or 0800 022 4332. Any Roman Catholic will tell you that 28th October is St Judes day, the patron saint of hopeless causes. Im not one for the saints myself but if I had to have a saint, then St Jude would be the one for me because, if were honest, we all struggle with some addiction or human weakness that wed like to be rid of. Facing our addictions is never easy; we have to acknowledge that we have a problem, and face the fear of tackling it. We also fear what others might think of us, especially if we fail on our first attempt. Some years ago, in a different parish, a number of smokers in my congregation set up a support group to help each other give up smoking. They met to talk and made themselves available to help others 24/7. They also prayed for each other, asking for Gods strength and grace to see them through. I recommend this if you too are facing trials and difficulties. As one Christian wrote: ...Jesus, the Son of God.. himself has suffered and shared fully in all our experience of temptation, except that he never sinned. Let us therefore approach the throne of grace with fullest confidence, that we may receive mercy for our failures and grace to help in the hour of need. Hebrews 4:15-16 Christian greetings,
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Revd. Bob Politt

Parish Registers
Funerals Betty Smith Jean Wright 09.09.12 18.09.12 Weddings Violeta Carrillo Gontan and Philip Clark 08.09.12 Julie Dann and Mark Miller 22.09.12 Sherfield Sherfield Stratfield Saye Sherfield

BREACH LANE CHAPEL

Sherfield on Loddon Contact: Rev Chris Russell 01276 21469 Geoff Belsham 01256 882534 October 2012
SUN 7th THU 11
th

10.30am 7.30pm 10.30am 2.30pm 10.30am 2.30pm 10.30am 3pm

Family Worship led by Neil Owen Bible Study at 9 Coopers Lane, Bramley Family Worship led by Graham Locke Disabled Christian Fellowship at Camberley Baptist Church Family Worship led by Neil Owen Monthly Mid Week Fellowship Film on the Holy Land Family Worship led by Peter Nicholas Bible Study at Chapel

SUN 14th SAT 20th SUN 21st WED 24

th

SUN 28th

CATHOLIC SERVICES
Church of St Bede, Popley (www.vinntec.co.uk/hg/) Contact Fr. Dominic Golding, at the Parish Office, Tuesday to Friday,9.30am-1.00pm Tel: 01256 465214. Sunday Mass 9.00 am, 11.00 am, and 6.30pm
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Mike Abrams together with Conqordiainvite you to sing or listen to

Saturday 6th October 2012 St Leonards Church Sherfield on Loddon RG27 0JB
Please arrive 1.45pm to start the rehearsal at 2pm 2pm4.30pm rehearsal 6.30pm8.30pm performance We will be asking for a donation of 10 for each singer or 10 to come and listen to the performance All proceeds to go to the St Leonards Extension Fund

Name ___________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________ ________________________________Post Code ______________ Tel: _______________________Mobile: _____________________ E-mail ______________________________________ I have my own score I would like to borrow a score I would like places to sing in the choir I would like tickets to listen to the performance TOTAL (Cheques payable to St Leonards
Business Account; can be Gift Aided)
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY and return to: Rody Politt, 33 Northfield Road, Sherfield-on-Loddon, RG27 0DR 01256 882209 rpolitt@btinternet.com
Please delete as applicable:

I sing Soprano Alto Tenor Bass

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Editorial
Envelope scheme
As Simon indicated in the September issue we are running the envelope scheme this month. With the new homes in Sherfield Park and elsewhere (and more to come?) we are constantly increasing the circulation list. Your donations will mean that we can continue to deliver the magazine free to your door every month, as well as develop and improve it. Please give generously! You can hand your envelope into one of the collection points at the Post Office, The Shop, the Community Centre in Sherfield Park or The Iron Duke in Stratfield Saye. Or you can make a direct BACS payment (account Loddon Valley Link; sort code 30 90 53, account no. 02288365). Dont forget you can also contribute using our easyfundraising scheme; see the website for more details. Distribution As well as relying on donations we are also grateful for the sterling work of our volunteer distributors. If you are a distributor you will find an invitation to a tea party in November to say thank you. Do help our caterers by letting us know as soon as you can whether you are able to come! We are always glad of more distributors but at the moment we particularly need people in Sherfield Park (contact Eileen Leivesley on 882938) and Stratfield Saye (contact Penny Mayo on 01189 332379). As usual, comments, criticism and especially compliments on the magazine to:editor@loddonvalleylink.hampshire.org.uk.

ST. LEONARDS CHURCH

Saturday Open Days
On the 6th, 20th and 27th October 10am - 4pm. A list of all the Open Day dates for the year is displayed in the lych gate at the church. Everyone is welcome to visit for quiet reflection, a prayer, to study the architecture and history of the church or to view with a wedding in mind.
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Remembrance Day - Sunday 11th November

The Poppy Appeal house to house collection starts on Saturday 27 October 2012 Please help to raise extra funds through Gift Aid. Just put your donations into the Gift Aid envelope and kindly print all your details very clearly. Can you also donate a couple of hours as a collector? Olympic volunteer spirit? Please phone 880075 to offer help

Harvest Festival Services

St Marys, Stratfield Saye 10.00am Sunday 7th October St Marys, Hartley Wespall 10.00am Sunday 14th October Please bring fresh or tinned produce to the services which will all be donated to the Loddon School.

Toddler Time for Babies to 5s

Wednesday 24th October 4.00pm On the Red Carpet at St Leonards Church Nursery rhymes, story, prayer, healthy refreshments. All welcome! Contact Bob Politt for more information 01256 882209. bobpolitt@btinternet.com
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www.LoddonValleyLink.hampshire.org.uk SHERFIELD 0-5S Every Tuesday 10.00am to 12 noon Sherfield Park Community Centre Climbing frame, toys, parachute games, singing, juice and biscuits, tea and coffee. A great place to meet new people and make new friends everyone welcome! Come and join us! designed to wear out your children! Contacts: Louisa 01256 881229, Beccy 880894, Kerry 880167

BRAMLEY ART CLASSES

Antonia Dewhurst is teaching classes in Drawing & Painting. Monday 10.00-12.00am, 12.45-2.45pm and 7.00-9.00pm 90 for 10 weeks. 80 OAPs Situated in Cufaude Lane, Beginners & Improvers welcome. Tel: 01256 883876 images@antoniadewhurstart.co.uk

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Friday 12th October at 4.15pm In the Footsteps of St Paul

Life isnt tidy and one of the strengths of our Church is that we dont mind getting messy! Messy Church is a monthly opportunity for families to enjoy being together, making things, eating and celebrating God together. All are welcome: children, parents, grandparents and friends. The session will run something like this:4.15pm - arrive and register, have a drink and a biscuit 4.30pm - worship, followed by craft activities and then food! If you would like to come along please contact Amanda Prince on 01256 880733 or amanda_prince4@hotmail.com. Or have a look on Facebook: Messy Church - Sherfield on Loddon Stratfield Turgis Village Autumn Walk Sunday 21st October at 2pm. Recreation Ground, next to the Jekyll & Hyde, Turgis Green. Come and join us on a gentle stroll around some of the beautiful and historic sights of the village, using one of the suggested walks on the new village map board. Approximately 3 hours across fairly level ground. For more details see the village website (www.stratfieldturgis.org.uk) or contact Sheila Campbell on 01256 882351
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Happy Faces Playgroup

Sherfield-on-Loddon Bring your happy face to our
happy place

A small, friendly playgroup for children aged 2 years 6 months to school age Flexible Sessions including all day
F or further information, please contact us o n F or a prospectus/ application fo rm, contact

01256 880903

01256 883162 07791 141176

E-mai l: happyfacesplaygroup@hotmai l.co.uk Websi te: www .happy-faces -playgroup.co.uk

Est. 1982

Charity No. 1029688

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Last Night of the Proms in Sherfield

Would-be Last Night of the Promers were invited to attend a fabulous evening of entertainment at Sherfield on Loddon Village Hall as part of its Live at the Hall autumn/winter season. Dress code was black tie or Promenader red, white and blue and nearly all the audience took the opportunity to dress up. There were performances by talented local soloists Gordon and Julie Sutton (accompanied by Brian Archer) and Lauren Eleanor Newman (accompanied by Tom Monfries) in the first half and a live transmission from the Albert Hall on screen for the second half. The Hall was decorated to perfection with patriotic bunting; balloons; beautiful red, white and blue floral arrangements. On the stunningly decorated red, white and blue round tables, the audience found union jack flags to wave, whistles, light sticks, streamers and song sheet; all of which were used enthusiastically to good effect. People left the hall enquiring about next years Sherfield Proms!

Christmas is Coming!
Sherfield School Christmas Fayre Saturday 1st December 2012 12 noon until 4pm Set in the wonderful grounds and buildings of the school the Sherfield Christmas Fayre will give you the opportunity to buy wonderful gifts and goodies and you can get them gift-wrapped! Admission 2 per adult, 5 per family (up t0 4 adults), children FREE
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Thoughts and prayers for the Autumn

Luke chapter 4:38 - 41 NIV Bible Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simons mother-in-law was suffering from a high fever, and they asked Jesus to help her. So he bent over her and rebuked the fever, and it left her. She got up at once and began to wait on them. At sunset, the people brought to Jesus all who had various kinds of sickness, and laying his hands on each one, he healed them Prayer for the Month Lord Jesus, as you visited the home of Simon the fisherman and healed his mother-in-law we pray that you may be the healing guest in our homes and lives. Enable us to be patient with our families, neighbours and friends and to offer hospitality and friendship without begrudging or resenting others. Help us to take time to listen to others, especially the elderly who may feel isolated and alone as well as children and young people who may be struggling with the difficulties of growing into adulthood. As the nights become darker and the days shorter so may our lives be filled with the light of your love and joy. Through Jesus Christ our Lord we pray. Amen. Prayer Points for October Look back over the year and give thanks to God for the happy and encouraging memories of the Queens Diamond Jubilee as well as the Olympic Games and Paralympics We pray for all those who will be taking part in the Stoptober scheme. Please help them in their struggle to give up smoking. Lets not forget the young men and women serving in the Armed Forces especially those in Afghanistan separated from their families. Take a moment to remember before God any people or situations you have heard about on the news recently which have distressed you. Take a moment to bring your personal thoughts and prayers to God.

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Report by Chris Horton Weve had two meetings since the last report; the first being a book evening and the second a play reading. This year our choice of book was part of the Big Read. Members voted on a list of titles suggested by NWR and chose Started Early, Took My Dog by Kate Atkinson. Natalie led the evening and started by giving us a brief biography of the author, keeping a lively discussion going throughout the evening. There were some strong opinions, and taking into account the views of those not at the meeting, it seemed that the vast majority of the group did not enjoy the book. Reasons given for dislike of the book: just too unbelievable, nobody would act like that and some felt that the style was difficult to follow jumping back and forth in time for no apparent reason - and those opposed to it felt that style of writing did not enhance the readers enjoyment. A minority had enjoyed the book; one member had enjoyed it so much she had read another of Kate Atkinsons novels and planned to read more. The play chosen by the group was Calendar Girls by Tim Firth, to fit in with this years NWR theme of facing a challenge. Based on a true story of eleven WI members who posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukaemia Research Fund, Calendar Girls opened at the Chichester Festival Theatre and has since become the fastest selling play in British theatre history. The rights for amateurs to perform the play have recently been released and there are currently several local productions under way. There were some very memorable and funny lines and the evening was enjoyed by the 19 members who packed into Lizs front room for the reading. Calendar Girls is perhaps best known for the famous nude scene; however, although we read and enjoyed the play in full we all kept our clothes on!

House to House Collection in Sherfield-on-Loddon

Thank you to everyone who kindly supported this years house to house Collection in aid of St. Michaels Hospice by collecting or donating on our behalf. The generosity of people in Sherfield-on-Loddon raised the fantastic sum of 1,023.68 which is wonderful. Thank you so much. Helena Maskell Community Fundraising Manager
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Update from Sherfield-on-Loddon Parish Council Have your say on flooding in Hampshire Hampshire County Council, like other councils across the country, is in the process of preparing a Local Flood Risk Management Strategy. The focus of this strategy is on flooding from surface water, groundwater, streams and ditches, which is becoming increasingly common due to climate change. Until recently, however, no organisation has had direct responsibility for it. Hampshire County Council is now taking the lead on managing this type of local flooding. From 24 September a draft version of the Local Flood Risk Management Strategy will be available online at: www.hants.gov.uk/flooding/floodriskstrategy. The Council would like as many individuals as possible (not just in Sherfield) to comment on the strategy and an online form will allow you to do this. The consultation will close at noon on Monday 5 November. Terrapins The parish council, in common with several residents, has been concerned at the presence of terrapins in the Horse Pond and the effect that these may have on wildlife. Members have taken some professional advice and, as result, an expert in catching terrapins visited the pond and was successful in netting one of them. The terrapin was not harmed in this process and has been passed on to a suitable home. As terrapins hibernate at the bottom of the pond from the end of September until the onset of spring, it is unlikely that any attempts will be made before then to catch the remainder. In the meantime, may we please ask residents not to deposit unwanted terrapins in the ponds. Grit bins With winter fast approaching, we would be grateful if residents could take a moment to check on any grit bins near their properties and let the clerk know if they need refilling. The next Sherfield-on-Loddon Parish Council meeting will be on Wednesday 10 October at 7.30pm in the Liddell Hall all welcome! Julie Collins - Clerk to the Parish Council, Sherfield-on-Loddon, PO Box 6862, Basingstoke, RG24 4QZ Telephone: 01256 473927 Email: clerk@sherfieldonloddon-pc.gov.uk

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A view from the Borough Council Councillor Ranil Jayawardena

E: ranil@nehc.org.uk | T: 01256 322207 | W: tellRanil.com | @CllrRanil

Were only one month on since the last time I wrote to you, but so much has happened! A number of residents have contacted me with concerns about the railway service in Bramley, such as trains being too old and unreliable and crossing barriers being down for too long. I am currently in correspondence with First Great Western, so please let me know what you think. A new SHLAA (Strategic Housing Land Assessment) has assessed a number of sites in Bramley and Sherfield for development potential. I put forward a submission to the Councils Planning and Infrastructure Committee asking for sites to be taken out entirely or, if that is not possible, that our Parish Councils should be able to control any development through Neighbourhood Planning. At this stage we are not looking at the allocation of any sites; just at whether they could be considered for allocation later in the process. An awfully convoluted process, I know, but one that we have to follow. A bigger challenge is the rise in suggested housing numbers for the Borough as a whole. You may recall that we previously had argued the numbers down from 945pa to 594pa (across the whole Borough). Following the challenge to the previously proposed Local Plan and consequent change to rules on housing numbers we are now being told that we can only argue the numbers down from 945pa to 770pa (across the whole Borough). I will continue to argue for the lowest possible number; I may be wrong, but I believe there is evidence out there that could bring it down further, even under the new rules. We shall see. Thats all the space I have here, but I did have a few other updates on policing, highways and RAF Odiham all available on my website (www.tellRanil.com) and, if I can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.

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The Womens Institute Reported by Ilene Iles Dee Bulpitt, our President opened our September Meeting on a lovely afternoon. The Business Meeting included officers reports and arrangements for future events. The talk on local breast cancer charity The Pink Place was given by Jan Hall, replacing Julia Dingwall who had very sadly died. Julia and Janice Taylor, a hairdresser in Basingstoke, founded the charity in September 2010 to offer a complimentary service of pampering to cancer sufferers following surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy. They are treated to six free pamper visits on alternate Mondays in Janices salon (which is closed to normal clients on a Monday) including hair and beauty treatments, aromatherapy, Indian head massage, reflexology, manual lymphatic drainage and bone therapy. They are awaiting charity status yet and are looking for larger premises - as well as more funds! Catherine Wright gave the vote of thanks. A lovely tea followed and the raffle was drawn. Next meeting: Wednesday, 3rd October 2012 at 2pm. Speaker: Mr D Bright Wildlife in Scotland Stratfield Saye Events Parish Council Coffee Morning/Christmas Lunch Don't forget the coffee mornings - 11am in Stratfield Saye Village Hall; all welcome. 1st October (belated MacMillan Coffee Morning - please come and support us & perhaps bring some cakes). Also 5th November and 3rd December for the last 2 coffee mornings of the year Following the success of last years Christmas Lunch the Council plan to hold another this year on Tuesday 18th December in Stratfield Saye Village Hall for all residents at 12.30. Please let Penny, Suzanne or any other Councillor know if you wish to come and join the celebration. All welcome - turkey and all the trimmings, Christmas pudding, mince pies, coffee & wine. Cost: 5.50. Sewing Group ...meets at Stratfield Saye Village Hall on the last Thursday of the month, from 12.30 - 3.30pm. Enquiries: Veronica Upton 0118 332240
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SHERFIELD DANCE
Freestyle Dance Classes for children aged 6+

Starts early October on Mondays

YOUTH ZONE
Wednesdays
Juniors (School years 4-6) 6.307.30pm Seniors (School years 7+) 7.30-9pm

QUIZ NIGHT
Saturday 6th October, 7.30pm

Tickets 7 each including food!

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

2nd Nov 27th Oct 31st Oct 8th Dec 15th Dec Ladies Pamper Night 7.3010pm **New Date** Halloween Cup Cake Class with Rainbow Cakes 10-1pm Halloween Party & Teen Disco (times tbc) Family PantomimeThe Snowman 2pm4pm Christmas Fair 2-5pm

For details of all classes & events Visit www.sherfieldparkcommunity.co.uk Tel: 01256 883967 or email admin@sherfieldparkcommunity.co.uk

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A Great Show! says judge. On Saturday 1st September, Sherfield Village Hall was a successful showcase for local gardening and craft skills. Once again, Mr. Brian Raisborough did sterling work, cheerfully greeting people at the door and auctioning the entries which entrants kindly donate. Sue Cooper, Show Treasurer said, As the costs of staging the Show are increasing, we are very grateful for peoples generosity on the door and at our auction. This is the Shows 46th year - a lovely village tradition and it is always a very happy occasion All the judges commented on the high standard of our 401 entries, added committee member Anna Scott. Horticultural entries were down due to the poor weather but we were pleased with the number of handicraft, cookery, art and photography entries. Next year, we hope to see lots of garden produce and would love more children to take part. I like the build-up, said Erin Cook (Junior Classes). Its really exciting waiting to find out how Ive done and Im very pleased to have won two cups. In this Jubilee year, there were chocolate gold medals for children as well as monetary prizes and rosettes. Mrs Natalie Larner, Show Secretary said, The committee would like to thank Mrs Peggy Hutchins, for presenting the trophies, our stewards, the refreshments team, raffle prize donors, visiting stallholders and all those families and individuals who supported us on the day. We will soon be presenting a donation from the Show to local Guiding and Scouting groups.
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Presentation of the Bowman Trophy (KS3) to Bethany Rendall

A selection of judges comments Childrens classes The childrens entries were excellent and a delight to judge. A lot of care and imagination had gone into preparing exhibits, many of which brought a smile to my face Horticultural classes: Fewer entries this year but still of a very high standard. A very good Show! Fine art: A wide range of materials and techniques, strong composition, with varied and original approaches in the use of colour. Photography: A very high standard throughout, excellent presentation and imaginative interpretations within each given brief. Liqueurs: There was a good standard, with entries in general showing good colour and alcohol balance. Home produce and handicrafts judges were also impressed by the high standard of work. To see a full list of trophy winners and photos of this years show, visit the Show website at www.sherfieldshow.hampshire.org.uk
Peggy Hutchins and John Attwood

Sherfield Show team encourage you to try your hand at exhibiting and look forward to welcoming you on the first Saturday in September 2013. The class list, entry forms and tips on exhibiting will be available in spring 2013.
Cliff Wythe
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The annual Gift Fair will take place on Tuesday 9th October at Rotherwick Village Hall from 9.00am till 4.00pm. It will include over 50 specially selected stalls offering a wide variety of gifts, food and sought after merchandise not available from High Street shops. Rotherwick Caf will be selling delicious home-made fare and drinks. The money raised will help fund a Family Support Worker for the Rainbow Trust who will provide practical support and emotional care to families in Hampshire and Berkshire who have children with terminal or life-threatening illnesses. Please support this most worthy cause.

ROTHERWICK GIFT FAIR IN AID OF THE RAINBOW TRUST

THE JOE GLOVER TRUST.

The Joe Glover Trust, a Hampshire based childrens cancer charity, are getting behind the fund-raising appeal for Charlies Day Unit at Basingstoke Hospital. 50,000 is required to provide a 2-bed Oncology Unit within Charlies Day Unit to help children and their families facing cancer treatment. Visit uk.virginmoneygiving.com/BasingstokeAppeal to make a donation. Companies wishing to be involved should contact Jane Wilmshurst on 07818 417164.

A seven session course for any married or cohabiting couple, young or old, whether your relationship is strong or struggling. A brilliant and highly recommended course. When: Friday evenings starting 5th October 7pm - 9.30pm Where: Cross House, St Jamess Church, Bramley Who: All couples welcome. 50 per couple for the whole course including supper and materials. To book your place or for more information: Phone John or Ann Lenton, Bramley Vicarage, 01256 880570

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE SHERFIELD COMMUNITY CARE GROUP

Many villagers appreciate the invaluable emergency help given by this group to solve a problem, especially lifts to medical appointments. Several volunteers are already either over eighty or approaching it. Thus more are needed, especially drivers. Duties are light (around one a month on average). A CRB check is essential but there is no cost involved in obtaining it. Please note however that volunteers receive no payment for expenses. If you are able to help please contact Doreen Tosswill on 01256 882344.
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Beat Officers Report

Bramley, Hartley Wespall, Mortimer West End, Sherfield on Loddon, Silchester, Stratfield Saye & Stratfield Turgis

The number of incidents in August, for the beat area was 89, a slight decrease on last months 97. The total included 14 ASB incidents and 25 crimes. Anti-Social Behaviour (ASB) statistics for August were: 1 call relating to travellers, 4 relating to neighbours, 3 to youths, 1 to vehicles, 1 to noise, 2 to litter, 1 to communications and 1 to dogs. Countrywatch: The area now has a Countrywatch team who will look at poaching, ASBs on rural land (misuse of footpaths/ fields, raves) and fly tipping (illegal dumping of waste). All incidents should be reported to 101.
WPC 504 Mandy Jewell Beat mobile:07554 775617; mandy.jewell@hampshire.pnn.police.uk Chineham (including Sherfield Park)

There have been a few recent burglaries, some due to thieves getting access to the rear ground floor of the properties and one letterbox burglary, where the front door had not been double-locked with the key so thieves could open it. Three men have been arrested for breaking into the containers on the Sherfield Park building site; they are suspected of committing a number of offences there. There have been arrests relating to drug dealing in Chineham following reports from residents about suspicious activities. This is a good example of why it is so important to report anything abnormal. Residents are urged to be considerate during Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations. Throwing an egg or other missile at a person is an assault, and egging property is criminal damage. When trick or treating, please respect the wishes of residents who ask not to be called on. It is an offence to set off fireworks after 11pm (midnight on November 5 and 13).
PC Jim Charlton 21015 and PCSO Richard Strauss 14735; tel. 08450 45 45 45 (or leave a message using our collar numbers). Email:james.charlton@hampshire.pnn.police.uk; richard.strauss@hampshire.pnn.police.uk Beat surgeries: 1st Wednesday every month, 16:30-17:30, Costa Coffee, Chineham.
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MENS BREAKFAST
Saturday 17th November. Breakfast at 8.30 a.m. Stratfield Saye village hall Our speaker on this occasion will be Rev. John Lenton, Parish Priest, Bramley. Johns topic will be From Boardroom to Classroom, describing how he moved from the senior management team of American Express to a small university in Romania to help launch a business school that would teach business skills based on Christian principles. Please give your name to Sammie Armstrong 0118 9816593 sc.cedars@greenbee.net

WOMENS BREAKFAST
Saturday 10th November 8.30-10.00am Cross House, Bramley Learning Lessons from Martha and Mary A wonderful opportunity to get together, enjoy a delicious cooked breakfast and hear this interesting talk by Sabine Burningham from Winchester. For more information and to book a place please contact Rody Politt rpolitt@btinternet.com or 01256 882209

Be prepared for the Flu Season

If you are aged 65 or over, suffer from chronic disease (such as heart, lung, liver, kidney or neurological disease) have diabetes, a weak immune system or if you are pregnant, then you are at increased risk from flu. Clift Surgery patients can book their flu vaccination now by contacting Clift Surgery Reception on 01256 881228
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www.LoddonValleyLink.hampshire.org.uk ASH BROOK FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MONUMENTAL MASONS

West Green Road, Hartley Wintney RG27 8LP Open June to late September for Pick Your Own & Ready Picked fruit, vegetables and flowers including Strawberries, Tayberries, Currants, Gooseberries, Raspberries, New Potatoes, Asparagus and Flowers. We also sell local Honey, Free Range Eggs and Homemade Jams CALL 01252 845772 from May 1st For information, & to place orders. Or visit www.westgreenfruits.com

Independent family Funeral

Director Day or night we provide a complete personal, caring & professional service for all your funeral requirements Dignified funeral service 895 plus disbursements Please call Terina on 01256 881002 Ash Lane, Silchester, RG7 2NL www.ashbrookfunerals.co.uk

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Village Hall Matters

Sherfield on Loddon Village Hall Reg. Charity No. 272385 Tel: 01256 883624 Email: info@sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk

Last Night Of The Proms The Proms event on Saturday 8th was a successful fundraiser and a thoroughly enjoyable evening. We have had many requests to hold a similar event in 2013 so if you missed it this year please make a note in your diary for next year. Village Defibrillator Please spread the word! The Village now has a defibrillator, a life-saving machine for use in case of a suspected heart attack. It is located in the central porch outside the front of the Village Hall and the box in which it is stored is alarmed. The machine will talk the user through the process of what to do but you can also view a video and user manual on the village hall website. Can you help? As a charity, the only regular income the Hall receives is from its hiring fees. Continued local support and fundraising is thus essential to bridge the gap between income from bookings and the cost of running the Hall. If you'd like to help out with fundraising events please contact Alan Ball on 883838. Dates For Your Diary Sat 13 Oct Sat 27th Oct Sat 10th Nov Sat 24th Nov th

PoSH Coffee Morning Seasonal Sales Market PoSH Coffee Morning John Kirkpatrick hes back!

For more information on clubs and groups, events and booking the hall, visit our website at:

www.sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk
At the heart of our community for over 100 years
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Carl Fanning
The Village Decorator Decorating the Loddon Valley Area Painter and Decorator Local Tradesman with 25 years experience Decorating local properties since 1980 A Dulux Trade Member Good quality Trade Paints used Internal and external decorating Free estimates - advice on colour and paints Full liability cover - all work is guaranteed

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LAMBETH PALACE
On Friday 8th September thirty-four members of St. Leonards congregation left Sherfield for Lambeth Palace, the London residence of the Archbishop of Canterbury. We were very privileged as congregation member Karen West is PA at Lambeth Palace and conducted us on a private tour. Her role at the Palace is to familiarise newly appointed bishops with their new duties, . Having negotiated the busy London traffic, we walked through the gate of Mortons Tower into utter tranquillity. We passed a massive fig tree bearing a healthy ripening crop, a descendant of the tree brought from Italy in 1556 by Cardinal Pole (Queen Mary Is Roman Catholic Archbishop). Entering the main door in the York stone faade of the Palace, we climbed the impressive staircase from where Karen conducted us through to the Guard Room. This wood panelled room with its original wooden vaulted ceiling is now hung with portraits of Archbishops of Canterbury going back centuries, and is used for large gatherings and meetings. Originally it was the headquarters for the private armies of Archbishops at times of conflict between church and state. We admired the dining room where Pope Benedict XVI dined two years ago and where the portrait of the current Archbishop Rowan Williams, hangs. We went into the State Drawing Room, a pleasantly comfortable room where the Archbishop conducts many receptions, meetings and interviews. In the library we saw beautiful leather bound volumes, many of which were written in Latin - prompting John Dodd to recall some of his grammar school Latin. The main chapel, one of the oldest parts of the palace, was bombed in the war which destroyed both roof and windows. It was restored with attractive stained glass and a 1950s contemporary style of painted ceiling, being rededicated by Archbishop Fisher in the presence of the Queen in 1955. (continued on next page)
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Whilst the chapel was being restored, Archbishop Fisher created a new chapel in the crypt. This peaceful room is still the chapel of choice for daily worship and we had a midday service there just for us, conducted by the Archbishops Chaplain Canon Michael Camp. He read the following message from the Archbishop: It is a great delight to be able to welcome you to Lambeth Palace and Im sorry not to be able to deliver these words in person. Im sure youll have had a memorable visit and I specially hope that youll have enjoyed the beautiful garden on a sunny day. Our forebears seem not to have appreciated our need for loos in places of worship or indeed separate accommodation for childrens work. I can well imagine how important is your current project to rectify this oversight! I trust that your visit to Lambeth will have been an agreeable way of raising funds. Press on and keep up the good work. We did indeed enjoy our picnic in the amazing and sunny gardens before heading back to the coach. Thank you, Karen, for organising a delightful tour to your unique place of work.

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James Christmas Education Foundation

This charity was set up by the will of Mr James Christmas in the eighteenth century to provide resources for the education of children permanently resident in the Parish of Sherfield-on-Loddon. The Foundation has a very small income, which is distributed at the discretion of the trustees. Parents or guardians may make an application on behalf of any child living in the Parish of Sherfield-onLoddon who has a particular educational need. Any application must be made in writing for consideration of the trustees and addressed to: Mrs Eleanor Burt, James Christmas Education Foundation, 22 Northfield Road, Sherfield-on-Loddon, Hook, RG27 0DR. Applications will also be considered from any organisation catering for the education and leisure welfare of village children. Applications must be received by 31st October 2012 Revd Bob Politt (Chairman)

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For further information on availability, charges and bookings contact Loraine Smith, Hall Manager. Tel: 01256 883624 Email: nfo@sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk Web: www.sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk

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Sherfield and District Gardening Club

Having had a number of very interesting garden visits throughout the summer months, our autumn schedule of talks returns once again. Anyone interested in gardening will be most welcome to join us at the Sherfield Village Hall at 7:45pm On Monday 15th October we will be joined once again by Paulo Arrigo. Paulo gave us an excellent talk back in February about the seeds of Italy. Many of us bought some his seeds and have been growing them in our gardens. This talk gives us an opportunity to find out from Paulo how we can preserve the produce we have grown. Paolo has spoken at many shows including RHS Hampton Court, Country BBC Gardeners' World Live and many more. He wrote his first book 'From Seed to Plate' in 2009. The book combines his knowledge and passion for Italian food and ingredients using his experience from having grown up in the family deli in London. Continuing the Italian theme, our talk on Monday 19th November will be given by Carol Watson. Carol is a keen photographer and joined us last year to talk about the wild flowers of Western Australia. This time she will be taking us on a photographic journey - Spring Flowers of Italy. For details of meetings or other information contact:Linda on 882341 or Vanessa on 881760

Living in a Rubbish Village

We have received two letters from readers who disagreed with the reader (name and address supplied) who wrote on this topic. Both John Dodd and Kay Pearman said that the green is normally extremely clean and tidy due to the excellent work done by litter warden Phil Cole, and that problems over the summer were due to children playing on the village green and visitors from other areas having picnics. John pointed out that since the green committee set up under the auspices of the Parish Council was wound up villagers have to pay for all the work done. We have included this correspondence as it is an important local issue. Normally, however, we do not publish letters but we are of course very glad to receive your letters and feedback. Please keep them coming, and we will do our best to act on them in other ways! Ed.
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Updated May 2012: The STD code is 01256, unless otherwise stated. Bruce Batting Chris Horton Dawn Vernon Sue Handasyde-Dick Revd. Bob Politt Geoff Belsham Father Dominic Golding Bryan Jenkins Andy Stevens Paul Baldwin Jean Berntsen Fred Berntsen Gary Spencer Peggy Hutchins Chris Horton Pris ORourk (See back pages ) Helen Belsham Gill Fearon Penny Mayo Sheila Campbell (Chair) Julie Collins (Clerk) Mandy Jewell Police Control Room Natalie Larner Doreen Tosswill Bruce Batting Linda Syckelmoore Natalie Larner Norman Stanley Judith Sullivan Jane Jordan Bruce Batting Virgilius Vickers Val Denny Loraine Smith Bruce Batting Alan Ball 882605 882426 882693 882337 882209 882534 465214 881938 882414 881973 882798 882798 882597 880903 882426 881839 882534 882106 01189 332 379 882351 473927 07554 775617 0845 045 45 45 880075 882210 882344 882605 882341 880075 881021 883551 880852 882605 882453 882410 883624 882605 883838 Allotments. Basingstoke Gazette. Bingo. Brownies. St. Leonards Church. Breach Lane Chapel. Catholic Church Clift Surgery Patient Group Cricket Club (Sherfield) Cricket Club (ST & HW) Evergreens. Football (Junior) Football (Seniors) Happy Faces Playgroup Loddon Players Loddon Quilters Loddon Valley Link. Lunch Club. NWR. Stratfield Saye P. Council. Stratfield Turgis P. Meeting Sherfield Parish Council Police - Local beat officer Police - Report an incident Poppies. Post Office Sher. Community Care Grp Sherfield Fete. Sher. Dist. Gardening Club Sherfield Show. Short Mat Bowls. Toddler Group 0-5s. Tree Warden. Village Green Volunteers. Whist Drive. Womens Institute Village Hall Caretaker/Bookings. Management Committee Fund Raising Committee

Please inform the Editor of changes to the above information.

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HOUSE CLEANING BY MARIA. Reliable & affordable service. Friendly, easy-going & experienced lady who cleans every corner. References available. Tel 07933 316989. Email mariacleaning@live.co.uk 5 BEDROOM HOLIDAY HOME IN JARNAC FRANCE Sleeps 12 ideal for two families heated large swimming pool. Call Sue on 01256881077 or email suehrh@btinternet.com LOCAL DRIVING INSTRUCTOR Experienced (18 years) now living in Sherfield Park. Good results, patient with learners, also Pass Plus and refresher lesson. Graham Ling 01256 882584 LOCAL PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR and EXTERIOR DECORATOR First class job guaranteed. Over 30 years experience. No job too small. For a free estimate ring Ian on 01256 882132 or mobile 07876021772

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LOCAL EXPERIENCED TAX ADVISER Self Assessment Tax Returns, Arrears, Claims, Payroll, Self Employed, VAT Returns. Initial consultation free. Call: 07920 112533 or email: david_hitchins@msn.com SEWING. EXPERIENCED & CONVENIENT. Visit Dis emporium at the Conservatory in the Sherfield (Wyevale) Garden Centre car park. Bespoke dressmaking, clothing, alterations & repairs. Curtains, blinds, soft furnishings and Arts & Crafts. Call Diana on 07796 045944

ABFABYOGA - Jacqui Morris, Hatha Yoga teacher runs local classes

(British Wheel of Yoga Teacher). Call 07791592318 or email jacqui.morris28@gmail.com, or check out www.abfabyoga.com. WAG TAILS DOG SERVICE Looking for a reliable, trustworthy local dog walker - Sherfield, Bramley, Chineham and Old Basing? Contact Katie on 01256 880446 or mob: 07985 157700 GUITAR LESSONS. Local teacher covering rock, heavy metal, acoustic and jazz styles. Lessons are one-to-one, half an hour to one hour. Call Graham 01256 881513 or mob: 07908422440 A & L ELECTRICAL SERVICES. Over 30 years experience. Free quotes. Specialising in domestic work, boiler control wiring and PAT testing. Andrew Doughty and Liam Cranston. Office: 01932 880930. Andy: 07861 749311. Liam: 07889 029219. Email: ALelectricalservices@hotmail.co.uk. IRONING. No need to worry about the ironing ..... just call Louise on 01256 886383 or 07988 856304 and I will collect your clean washing, iron it, and deliver it back to you ready to wear. ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES - Friendly professional design service specialising in domestic extension, renovation & new build. Free on-site consultation, feasibility study & site assessment, planning & building control. Tel: 07866279701. Email: m-ua@live.co.uk

V.I.P PLASTERING. Internal & external plastering, rendering, coving & floor screeding. Plaster over artex ceiling, 29 years experience. Tel: 01420 89468 or Mob: 07970064182. ENGLISH SUPPORT LESSONS Experienced & friendly teacher locally based. Primary level up to GCSE. Contact Richard : 01256 811505/ 07769 278235 SINGING LESSONS for beginners, unconfident and experienced singers of all ages. Liz Scott Hall, MA, LTCL (Member of the Incorporated Musicians and International Society for Music Education).Tel: 01256 882562. Email: esh@music-is-fun.co.uk TIGGIWINKLES IRONING - Friendly, professional, competitive ironing service, free collection and delivery, weekly, fortnightly, as little or often as you like! Items from 50p. Call 07874 206820 or email tiggiwinkles@live.co.uk GYMSTICK Muscle classes. Thursdays 5.50pm and 7.00pm. PILATES classes. Mondays 10.00am. Sherfield Park Community Centre. First class half price with this advert. Contact Emma. Tel: 07787 558221 or email: allaboutUexercise@gmail.com BARRY'S BUILDERS Patios,extensions,garden walls,refurbishments etc. For free estimate phone: 01256 417862 or mob: 07825064818. FOR SALE. Stag long-john nest of tables 100. 2 gold chenille throws 20. Tel 880092 after 5pm. WINDOW CLEANER. Windows cleaned or gutters cleared - one off or regularly. Local, reliable Window Cleaner (testimonials available). For a quote call Pete Owen on 07762 616600 pjhcleaning@btinternet.com MUMS THE WORD NANNY AGENCY. We provide families with nannies, house-keepers, au-pairs, gardeners and baby-sitters. www.mums-theword.co.uk or e-mail susan@mums-the-word.co.uk or tel 01256 881500. SPRINTER SERVICES: All work around the home undertaken. Kitchen & Bathroom installation, Tiling, Carpentry, Plumbing, Brickwork & Patios. Chineham based, References available, Insured. Please call Riad on 07733430365 or 01256 357153. FOR SALE. An appealing neo Breton property 15 mins from beach; ideal holiday home; a home with a B&B business; rental potential or two homes in one. Contact email info@lynnebardell.com
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Loddon Valley Link Management Committee

Chairman: Deputy Chairman: Treasurer: Dr. Donald Dawson Tel. 01256 882379 email: dgdawson@sky.com Revd. Bob Politt Tel. 01256 882209 email: bobpolitt@btinternet.com Winston Bruce Tel.01256 883277 email: winstonbruce@hotmail.co.uk Pip Iles Tel. 01256 880559 email: pip.ilene@tiscali.co.uk

Advertising enquiries to:

Deadline for ads. for next edition is 10th October. All ads. Email: advertising@loddonvalleylink.hampshire.org.uk
ADVERTISING IN THIS MAGAZINE AND ONLINE Small ads. For businesses are 5 monthly for a maximum of 30 words. For Sale / Wanted ads 2 monthly for a maximum of 12 words. Space permitting. Requests are dealt with in order. Display ads. Contact Pip Iles for prices

Editor for the November Edition

Jane Abrams

Deadline for copy for the next edition is 16th October. Email: editor@loddonvalleylink.hampshire.org.uk
Secretary: Ilene Iles Tel. 01256 880559 email: pip.ilene@tiscali.co.uk Hartley Rep.: Dr. John Williams Tel. 01256 882705 email: lawnfarm@aol.com Sherfield Park Rep: Eileen Leivesley Tel: 01256 882938 email: eileen.leivesley@sky.com Stratfield Saye Rep: Germano Giugovaz Tel: 01189 332166 Editor: Claire Osborne Tel. 01256 324458 email: guyclaire@tiscali.co.uk Editor: Simon Boase Tel: 01256 881250 email: sibo999@gmail.com Editor: Brian Archer Tel. 01256 882099 email: brianarcher@btinternet.com Editor Jane Abrams Tel. 01256 881188 email: jheath2226@yahoo.co.uk
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CHURCH OFFICERS
Rector: Reverend Bob Politt Tel: 01256 882209 Kindly Note The Rectors day off is Thursday Assistant Priest: Rev. Sammie Armstrong Tel: 01189 816593 Lay Readers: Richard Elphick Tel. 01256 882860 Dr. John Williams Tel. 01256 882705 ST. LEONARDS CHURCH, SHERFIELD ON LODDON Churchwardens: Peter Gould Tel. 01256 882538 Steve Hemmings Tel: 01256 882523 Treasurer: Organists: Dan Farrow Tel. 01256 882680 Mike Abrams Tel. 01256 881188 Brian Archer Tel. 01256 882099 Peggy Willson Tel. 01256 880503 ST. MARYS CHURCH, STRATFIELD SAYE Churchwarden: Vacant Treasurer: Charles Atkinson Tel: 01256 882459 ST. MARYS CHURCH, HARTLEY WESPALL Churchwarden: Pip Iles Tel. 01256 880559 Treasurer: Michael Webster Tel. 01256 882413 Organists: Dr. Gill Williams Tel. 01256 882705 Andrew Doggart Tel: 01256 880092 Customer Metering Programme reaches Sherfield-onLoddon South East Water is rolling out a metering programme as part of its long term plan to manage water supplies in the South East, and it will be implemented in Sherfield-on-Loddon from November 2012. In most cases South East Water will install the meter on the external stop tap which is normally found in the footpath at the boundary of the property, and any disruption caused will thus be minimal. In a very small number of cases such as blocks of flats or where there are shared supplies, the meter may need to be installed inside the property (often under the kitchen sink). If you would like further information about the metering programme, advice on water efficiency or details of financial support available, please visit www.southeastwater.co.uk or call the metering helpline on 0333 000 0003.
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