Nov 2013 - Tingewick

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T
INGEWICK
and District NEWS
Your FREE Magazine
NOV 2013
ISSUE NUMBER: 227
This Month
The Diamonds winter programme is detailed on page 6.
There are some other exciting events this month.
We have details of the Pre-school Christmas shop on page 11.
The Safari Supper in aid of church funds is always extremely
popular - details of that are on page 16.
And don’t forget Bonfire Night at the Royal Oak on the 10th of
November. Always spectacular! See page 27.
A reader suggested that it might be an idea to include a
“progress report” on your editor’s solar panels. See page 13 for
that and another energy saving suggestion.
The Neighbourhood watch page (18) has details of yet another
scam involving bank cards - don’t get caught!
And finally hidden away in the Village Hall information (page 17)
is a reference to the Village Hall website
www.tingewickvillagehall.org. The site is well worth a visit if you
want to know what developments are going on there and why.
And talking of websites there’s the village website
www.tingewickparishcouncil.org.uk too. Its content has expanded
over time and it’s worth a look to see what’s on there now.
MARKET PLACE & INFORMATION
For all
maintenance jobs
BIG OR SMALL
Garden Work, Tree Felling,
Hedge Cutting, Mowing,
Strimming, Fencing
Also garage, shed or house
clearing
Contact Sticky
Home: 01280 847080
Mobile: 07867 527062
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Tingewick and District News
Issue 227 - November 2013
MARKET PLACE & INFORMATION
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TINGEWICK NEWS QUIZ – “Religious Ranks” Quiz
1. Which all girl group consisted of Melanie Blatt, Shaznay Lewis and Natalie & Nicole Appleton?
2. What name is given to the martial arts weapon, consisting of 2 sticks connected by a short
chain or rope?
3. Which English comedian, born in 1947, created the characters "Basildon Bond" and
"Cooperman"?
4. Which American TV Detective was played by Tony Shalhoub?
5. Which long standing Coronation Street character is played by Eileen Derbyshire?
6. Freddie Mercury, Brian May, Roger Taylor & which other member make up the band
"Queen"?
7. Which T.V. programme is located on the fictional "Craggy Island"?
8. Which cricketer became the first English Wicketkeeper to hit a century on his international debut, scoring 126 against the West Indies in 2007?
9. By which title is Argentinian Jorge Mario Bergoglio currently known?
10. D.W. Griffith, Mary Pickford, Douglas Fairbank and which star of the silent film era,
founded the United Artists film studio in 1919?
Answers to October’s “Old-fashioned connections” quiz 1. Rachel Hunter, 2. Alf Garnett,
3. Bruce Banner, 4. Arkwright, 5. Dennis Weaver, 6. Chris Brasher, 7. Bill Travers, 8. Tinker (Dill), 9. Mel Smith, 10. Jobs/Occupations - Hunter, Garnett (Hinge Maker), Banner (Flag
carrier), Arkwright (Chest maker), Weaver, Brasher (Brass worker), Travers (Toll collector),
Smith (Metal worker).
Fuel Price Watch by I – Spy.
Here is the fuel price watch item where we tell you where fuel is up to 5.2p. cheaper than
in Buckingham (at the time of writing).
Unleaded – 128.7p.[down 5.2p.] = Asda, Wheatley; 129.9p. = Tesco, Wolverton; Morrisons, Westcroft; Tesco, Northampton; Sainsburys, Northampton; Jet Antelope, Morrisons
& Esso, Banbury; BP & Morrisons, Northampton;
Diesel - 135.7p (down 4.2p.) = Asda, Wheatley; 136.9p. = Murco Deanshanger & Stony
Stratford; ; Tesco, Wolverton and Northampton; Morrisons, Westcroft, Banbury and Northampton; BP & Sainsburys, Northampton.
Tingewick and Water Stratford news briefs
During the month rumours were rife that The Crown Inn was up for sale for a second time. The sign on the
building is the old, original For Sale sign. We believe that the original sale holds firm and a property developer will refurbish it into apartments.
The new owners of The White Hart Inn visited the Parish Council to introduce themselves and discuss their
plans for the building. Though not approved yet, they have plans to refurbish the main building, remove
the old barn and build a detached house to the rear of the plot.
As well as the above two, it is good to see so much property improvement work going on in Tingewick especially along Main Street: Hillside. Church View, The Triangle, new garages in Strangers Lane, 1 Maytree Cottages, etc.
As you may have seen, BCC repaired four more potholes in Main Street near to the White Hart, painted the
white village gates and did one or two more small items. There is still a long list of items for them to do!
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TINGEWICK DIAMONDS
Winter Programme 2013/14
The Tingewick Diamonds meet on the first Wednesday of each
month in the village hall from 10.30 to 12.30. Open to those aged
60+, we have been meeting for over five years and have a varied programme of activities that is designed to appeal to a range of interests. We have some regular
members from Finmere, Water Stratford, Gawcott and Fringford/Bicester. New members are always welcome.
November 6th. - Medical Detection Dog
a charity that trains dogs to help people with life threatening health conditions.
(Includes a doggy demonstration)
December 4th. - Bell Ringers Christmas Music & Christmas
nibbles
January 8th.* - Christmas Lunch at the Royal Oak.
February 5th. - Speaker, games & home made soup.
*please note that as the first Wednesday is also 1st. January and a public holiday,
the January meeting is on the 2nd. Wednesday.
Diamond Walks
These take place on the last Tuesday of each month e.g. 26th. November, leaving
from the village hall car park at 10.30, finishing with a pub lunch. Walking time is
about two hours. Details given on the day. We welcome new walkers & extend an
invitation to those who enjoy company on their walks.
Contact Carol Thurlby (848569) or Chris Carter (848291) for more information about
the Tingewick Diamonds
The Pub Lunch Club
Great food and value - and the opportunity to meet new
friends - are all on offer at the pub lunch club.
No need to join - there are no members as such- so if you
fancy giving it a try just ring! The food at the Royal Oak is both
delicious and varied, and really super value. You’re bound to be on a
large table with friends - either old or new - no-one is left on their own .
Lunches are held on the third Tuesday each month - the next one is on Tuesday
19th November at 12:30. Roast pork and celeriac or tuna and pasta are on offer.
Ring Rosemary to book a meal on 848612.
Please, please give plenty of notice if you need to cancel. The price of £6 for 2
courses of really good food and tea or coffee is only possible if the numbers are
accurately known. Rosemary will have to charge you if you don’t turn up or give
reasonable notice.
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AT TINGEWICK POST OFFICE
01280 848 374
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THE OLD BAKERY, MAIN STREET, TINGEWICK, BUCKS, MK18 4NN
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Tony & Sandra
Selection of Fine Red and White wines
Our selection of Real Ales, Fosters, John Smiths Extra Smooth, IPA,
Guinness, Lagers – Kronenburg 1664, Carlsberg, and Somersby
cider.
Chinese at the Oak - every evening except Monday
We have Chinese chefs cooking fresh Chinese food.
You can eat in, take away
or have home delivery at a small extra charge
Delicious Sunday roasts
Bookings Only
EVENTS
Fri 1st of November Live music from 8pm
Back by Popular Demand with lots of golden oldies
Mark (Sparky) Harding
Sat 2nd November Karaoke
Halloween fancy dress (optional)
Bingo EVERY Thursday
7th,14th,21st,28th November
Eyes Down for a 1:30 start
Sun 10th November is bonfire night! - see page 27
Tues 19th November Pub Lunch Club - see page 6
Thu 28th Nov Quiz Night - 8:30 start
Premiership matches on
Sky and ESPN throughout the season
Top quality Buffets and outside bars catered for.
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ESTATE & GARDEN SERVICES Ltd.
Quality Landscaping
from routine maintenance to garden design & construction
decking · driveways
fencing · hedge cutting/laying
paving · pergolas · planting · pruning
maintenance · mowing · turfing
tree felling · seeding · spraying
stonework · water features
firewood/logs for sale
contact - David Ladlow or Joanne Brooks for your free no obligation quotation
Phone/Fax 01280 700947
Mobile 07763 898 010
e-mail:- [email protected]
website: - www.estategardens.co.uk
ESTATE & GARDEN SERVICES Ltd. 54a Banbury Rd Brackley Northants NN13 6AT
Held on Wednesday 11th September 2013
6 ¼ tables in play
Highest score in the room Mrs E. Nichols
Ladies
1st Mrs E. Nichols
2nd Mrs H. Rymer
3rd Mrs J. Bannister
Gents
1st Mrs H Thurlow pag
2nd Mr H Taylor
3rd Mr M. Kirby
Lowest Mrs M. Gough
Lowest Mr C. Goundry
Longest Sitter Mrs M. Steeden
Mystery Miniature Mr D. Lafford
Raffle Winners: Mr H. Taylor, Mrs M. Steeden, Mrs M. Gough, Mr C. Goundry, Mr J. Bernard,
Mr R. Jerrams, Mrs H Rymer, Mrs S. Stephenson and Mrs H. Thurlow,
Our next Whist Drive will be held on the Wednesday 13th November 2013 starting at 7.30pm.
Co-ordinator
H. Taylor
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BUCKINGHAM HOUSEMAIDS LIMITED
Do you want your
house cleaned?
Weekly, Fortnightly, Monthly or just a
one off spring clean?
NO JOB TOO SMALL
Free Quotations
contact Julie on 07734 387433
jharland2208@aol
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Solar Panels - a good buy?
I've had solar panels for two and a half years now, and a reader suggested it was time I included a progress
report in the "News". So here goes.
I'll be honest, though it is nice to be "green", and rather satisfying to generate your own power, it was the
financial arguments that made them particularly attractive to me.
It's important to understand the (slightly odd) government incentive scheme which makes the scheme
financially attractive. Solar panel systems are connected to the national grid - my panels provide some of
the power that my neighbours use. Essentially panel owners are paid an amount (Tariff) for each and
every unit of electricity they generate whether they use them or not. In addition there is a further (much
smaller) payment for each unit which is not used and actually fed into the grid. These payments are
increased by inflation each year and guaranteed, in my case, for 25 years.
So how have I done. Well! In the 2 1/2 years I have generated over 9 megawatt - around 15% more than
was originally predicted. And somewhat more than the total electricity I use. Because of the tariff rate the
payments actually cover my total electricity and gas bills by a substantial margin. The result is that the
panels will have paid for themselves in around another 4 years.
Using the electricity you generate
Unless you have a "smart" meter it isn't actually possible for the energy companies to determine how
much of "your" energy you use and how much you feed into the grid - so they assume you use 50%. In
most cases you won't be able to use that much unless you don't generate much, or use a lot. Typical
systems can generate 3-4kw, enough to run an immersion heater, a dishwasher, washing machine or
vacuum cleaner. BUT the output is as variable as our weather and varies minute to minute, so it's only
infrequently possible to run appliances and effectively use the power you generate. Frustrating if you are
of a parsimonious nature!
So should we all have solar panels?
There is an obvious "green" argument. Solar panels create no pollution, no greenhouse gases and reduce
our dependence on fossil fuels or nuclear energy. You won't generally need planning permission - even in
the conservation area - and it only takes a couple of days to install them.
For it to be financially sensible you really do need a reasonably large and unobstructed South(ish) facing
roof. The tariff payments for new installations have come down hugely since I had mine installed - they
are now around a third of mine and are only guaranteed for 20 years. However, systems have halved in
price so solar power is still (financially) attractive. A well designed system will probably now pay for itself
in around 10 years. It is difficult to know how much it affects resale values of houses, but the tariff is
transferable to the new owner so a house with solar panels should command a premium.
There is, of course, the question of aesthetics - they are not to everyone's taste, and hardly the thing to
have if you have a chocolate box thatched cottage. But in my case the concrete tiles they obscure are
hardly a thing of beauty either....
Another energy saving tip.
It’s very wasteful to heat rooms that aren’t occupied. In particular bedrooms generally only need heating
night and morning, but in most houses will be on whenever heating in the rest the house is on.
But there are replacement thermostatic valve tops which allow the temperature of individual rooms to be
controlled completely independently. Multiple radiators in a room can be controlled by a simple remote
control. Cost is from about £25 per radiator and are an easy DIY fit in 5 minutes (no plumbing or water
draining required). Claims that they can pay for themselves in less than a year may be exaggerated, but
they certainly can be cost effective. Pegler Terrier valves are probably the cheapest but Honeywell, Salus,
Conrad and others offer alternatives which may suit your installation or needs better. I use Terrier i30
valves and my only criticism is that they are quite noisy in operation.
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VILLAGE HALL IMPROVEMENT FUND DRAW
OCTOBER 2013
The improvement fund draw for October was as follows:
7th October
14th October
21st October
28th October
45
66
110
138
£5
£25
£5
£5
C. Hawkins
B. Hood
L. Carter
T. Middle
Website: Find out more about the Village Hall by visiting our website – www.tingewickvillagehall.org
Booking the Village Hall:
The Village Hall is available for parties, children’s parties, christenings, weddings, events and shows.
To discuss your requirements please contact Carol Thurlby on 01280 848569.
Contact Details:
If you have any questions or comments regarding the Village Hall please feel free to contact us.
Chairman: David Partridge, telephone 01280 848460.
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Tingewick Neighbourhood Watch
☺☺ CRIME CANNOT FLOURISH IN A COMMUNITY THAT CARES
Your monthly Neighbourhood Update is now available for your area. Use the
link below to find out about your Neighbourhood Policing team and view the
Neighbourhood Update:Buckingham North - http://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/yournh-tvp-pol-area-n415.htm
Here is what the Police did in one week in the Vale:
8 arrests made; 1600 addresses visited; over 1900 hours of police officer and PCSO time spent on
rural crime policing activity; 717 people signed up to Thames Valley Alerts / Country Watch alerts; 8
appointments made to fit CESAR security technology to agricultural machinery; 37 items of horse
tack marked; 89 farms visited for security surveys; 2 schools attended for wildlife talks; 3 ANPR
operations with 5446 reads, 76 vehicles of interest stopped and dealt with, 5 seizures for no insurance
and 2 arrests; 18 repeat victim heritage sites visited for crime prevention advice.
Police warning over bank card courier scam
Thames Valley residents are advised to be on their guard to a new type of scam which is becoming
prevalent across London and is now spreading to other areas. The courier fraud scam often targets
the elderly and vulnerable and takes the following steps:
1.The victim receives an unsolicited telephone call from fraudsters saying they are from their bank
(or in some cases claiming to be the police), stating that their systems have spotted a fraudulent
payment on their card or that their card is due to expire and needs to be replaced.
2.The person may be asked to ring the bank back using the phone number printed on the back of their
bank card. This helps to convince the person that the call is genuine. However, the fraudster has kept
the telephone line open so even though the person has called the bank, the call does not go through.
Instead they are unknowingly connected straight back to the fraudster.
3.The fraudster then gains the person’s trust by pretending to be from the bank and seeming to offer
assistance. In many cases the person is asked to provide their full bank card details and key in their
PIN so that their existing card can be cancelled and their new one activated or authorised. The
fraudster will then explain that the bank will need to collect the card.
4.The fraudster will then attend the person’s address or send an innocent courier company driver to
collect the card and sometimes provide them with a replacement card which is subsequently found to
be fake.
5.Therefore, the fraudster has obtained the person’s name, address, full bank details, the card itself
and the PIN. The bank cards are then used fraudulently without the victim’s knowledge.
There are a number of variations to the scam, including:
Fraudsters pretending to be from the police cold calling members of the public and telling them that
their bank account has been compromised by criminals. The fraudster suggests that the person should
transfer their bank balance into a ‘safe’ police bank account.
Fraudsters pretending to be from the police attending people’s addresses and retrieving the person’s
card and PIN.
Members of the public receiving letters on bank headed paper informing them that their account has
been the subject of a fraud. The letter advises them to transfer their funds to a ‘safe’ account and that
an official will be in contact to provide them with a new card and PIN.
Fraudsters contacting members of the public requesting them to cut their cards in half because their
account has been compromised. They are then asked to post the cut card to an address where
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fraudsters simply tape the card together again and can use the details to commit fraud.
Between May and August, Thames Valley Police has received 17 reports of fraud of this type, all in
the central Milton Keynes area. Police advice is that if you receive such a call, end it immediately. If
you have elderly or vulnerable family members, friends, or neighbours, let them know about the scam.
Please be aware that: Your bank will never attend your home; Your bank and/or the police will never
collect your bank card; Your bank and/or the police will never ask for your PIN. If you receive this
type of call, report it to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040, or via their website. In an emergency, dial
999.
Village Hall Renovation Fund Donation
The Beer Festival Refreshments Team are pleased to donate a cheque for
£202.53 to the Village Hall renovations fund.
Thanks to everyone for supporting us.
Julie, Carol and Fran.
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Pond News
Hi there everyone
Just a short news bulletin this month, as it has now got to a
very quiet time of the year down here at the pond.
Firstly, you may remember that last month a grey and
white duck had gone missing and I was not sure what had
happened to her? Well happily she has now returned to the
pond so maybe she had just gone on her holidays! Personally I’m just glad that she hadn’t gone nesting, and I think
that Jenny is too!
Sadly we have lost one of our young boys this month when Digby became a victim of the
road recently. Many thanks to the several people who reported this sad event to Jenny. This
now makes our numbers currently at 19.
Also following up on last month’s story about Poppet, who stayed at Jenny’s house because
she was so small………Well now she has grown up and turned into a drake! A change of
name to something a little less feminine was called for so he is now called Popeye! You
can’t get it right every time can you?
Lastly for this month a very big thank-you to Jenny and John from Stranger’s Lane for their
donation of £10 towards duck food. We really would be lost without all our recent donations
so thanks everyone for keeping us going.
Bye til next time
Lady
Sponsored by Nick Baughan, ACME PEST CONTROL of Bufflers Holt
Tel: 01280 821186 or Mobile: 07931 307595
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November 2013 – Tingewick and Water Stratford Horticultural Society
Date
6th November,
Wednesday
Time
6.30 pm
Location
Brackley, Belflair
Event
Chocolate
Making
Information
Come and see how one of
life’s great treats is made.
Contact
Linda 848400
29th
November,
Friday
29th
November,
Friday
1.30 pm
Tingewick Village
Hall
Wreath Making
Practical demonstration
and make your own.
Linda 848400
7.00 pm
Tingewick Village
Hall
Wreath Making
Practical demonstration
and make your own.
Linda 848400
Wreath Making – Friday 29th November
There are two practical demonstrations on how to make wreaths, during which
everyone will make their own Wreath. The society will provide the basic
materials, we encourage you to bring greenery. Afterwards there are
refreshments, mulled wine, and mince pies. £8.50 for non members and £7.50
for members. Please contact Linda Rogers 01280 848400 to book a place.
Belflair Chocolate factory visit - 6th November
You can’t do much in the garden on a dark November evening so why not give your taste buds a treat instead and
join us for a trip to the Belflair Chocolate Atelier in Brackley on Wednesday 6th November. Places are limited to 25
so please ring Linda Rogers on 01280 848400 to book your place.
Meet at Tingewick Village Hall car park at 6.30pm to arrange car share. The tour of the factory and tasting starts
at 7.00pm and lasts for approximately 75 minutes. The cost is £6 per person.
Apple & Chilli weekend
Tingewick & Water Stratford Horticultural Society had a stand at Buckingham Garden Centre’s Apple and Chilli
weekend on 21st September. Committee member Naina had made six different chutneys which visitors to the
stand could taste and buy. Made from Naina’s own recipes the chutneys - Chilli Beetroot, Chilli, Apple & Ginger,
Apple & Onion, Chilli Tomato, Chilli Pineapple and Tomato & Apple – all went down a treat and were totally sold
out. Information about the type of events organised by the Society and the discounts available to members was
also on hand together with photo albums showing images of Spring and Summer Shows and other events from
bygone days to the present.
2014 Spring Show PHOTOGRAPHIC CLASSES advanced notice
A photograph depicting Spring
A photograph depicting Summer
A photograph depicting Autumn
A photograph depicting Winter
General information
Christmas at Kew Gardens - Visit Kew Gardens after dark and the trees will light your way. The one mile
illuminated trail winds its way through the world famous gardens, casting light in to hidden places off the beaten
track, under tree top canopies, past dancing lakeside reflections, into a mesmerising garden of fire bringing to life
some of Kew’s best known landmarks as you have never seen them before. Open on specific nights between 28th
November 2013 and 4th January 2014. For more information go to www.kew.org and click on Christmas at Kew.
If you would like information sent to you, please email me and I will add your name to the email distribution list Charles Tanner [email protected] 01280 847680
Affiliated to the RHS No14838174
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From Gough to Google
The development of printed maps of Oxfordshire
- and some of Buckinghamshire
An illustrated talk and display of maps by
John Leighfield CBE
At Tingewick Village Hall Wednesday 20th November
Non Members £2
7.45pm for 8pm
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A5 Garage Potterspury
MoT Centre
MoT While You Wait
Also now testing quad bikes
REPAIRS, SERVICING
and BODYWORK
To all makes of
CARS, BIKES, LIGHT VANS
Airconditioning re-gas, service and repair
All credit
and debit
cards
accepted
Telephone:01908 542655
07736 456839
Always a selection of quality low-mileage
cars in stock
View at www.churchillmotors.co.uk
Free Local Collection & Delivery from Home or Work
Courtesy Car Available
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(weather permitting)
Disco
Toffee Apples
BBQ
FREE Admission
We really really need volunteers to perform simple safety
tasks and first aid on the torchlight procession. Can you
help? Ring Sandra on 01280848373 if you can.
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ANTIQUE & FINE ART AUCTIONEERS
Monthly Auctions of Antiques & Fine Art
Quarterly Picture Auctions
Sporting & Country Pursuits Auctions
General Auctions
Partial & Total House Clearances
Insurance, Probate and Family Division Valuations
Free Auction Valuations Available!
The Claydon Saleroom, Calvert Rd.
Middle Claydon, Buckingham. MK18 2EZ
Tel: 01296 714434 Fax: 01296 714492
[email protected]
www.dickinsauctioneers.com
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NEWS OF EVENTS
AT WATER STRATFORD
QUIZ NIGHT
On 20th September the Parish Meeting Committee organised a Quiz Night in the Old School.
Nine rounds of questions were tackled by six teams of up to six members whose ages ranged
from under 10 to over 90. In the 'Name that Tune' round, those who recognised
'Chattanooga Choo Choo' were very glad of the young people's help with Lady Gaga! An excellent fish and chip supper was delivered halfway through, and much of the liquid refreshment
was financed by the remains of the Diamond Jubilee fund. The scores were very close, with
a tiebreak needed to establish the winners. Well done to the organisers, and to Terry and
Carol for running the quiz with humour and efficiency and setting questions that were so well
suited to those present.
Mike Edwards
HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY APPLE AND CHILLI STAND
Tingewick & Water Stratford Horticultural Society had a stand at Buckingham Garden
Centre’s Apple and Chilli weekend on 21st September. Committee member Naina had made six
different chutneys which visitors to the stand could taste and buy. Made from Naina’s own
recipes the chutneys – Chilli Beetroot, Chilli, Apple & Ginger, Apple & Onion, Chilli Tomato,
Chilli Pineapple and Tomato & Apple – all went down a treat and were totally sold out. Information about the type of events organised by the Society and the discounts available to members was also on hand together with photo albums showing images of Spring and Summer
Shows and other events from bygone days to the present.
Barbara Prideaux
HARVEST FESTIVAL
Wheat sheaves and Michaelmas daisies in the chancel; fruits, seed-heads and a variety of
seasonal flowers in the nave: harvest was rightly celebrated in a thankful service at St Giles
on 29th September. Members of the congregation presented symbolic gifts at the altar: soil,
fruits, seeds, water, bread and wine, while the accompanying liturgy was led by a priest and a
farmer. The talk, and a selection of short Bible passages incorporated within it, made us
think about a bountiful Creator, and how we should respond with generosity towards others.
Thanks to Revd Liz, Chris and Guy for organising the service, Sarah for decorating the
church, and Pam Randle for coming to play the organ and enhance our enjoyment of singing
well-known hymns and learning a new one. Conversations afterwards took place in hot autumn
sunshine.
Sara Edwards
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TINGEWICK PARISH COUNCIL
DRAFT MINUTES OF THE PARISH COUNCIL MEETING
HELD ON 3rd OCTOBER 2013
PRESENT: Cllr Smith
Cllr Fenemore
Cllr Swinburne
Cllr Thurlby
Cllr Maxwell
Cllr Roy
Cllr Hornsey
Cllr Stutchbury
Dawn Rogers
Chairman
Vice Chairman
(County Councillor)
(Parish Clerk)
IN ATTENDANCE: 5 members of the public
8.00pm: The Parish Council received a presentation by Ms Nicola Roberts of the South Central
Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust regarding the Public Access Defibrillator Scheme.
66. Apologies
Cllr Fealey (District Councillor)
67. Declarations of Interest
Item 77 - Cllr Thurlby
68. To approve minutes of the meeting held on the 5th September 2013
Proposed: Cllr. Swinburne Seconded: Cllr. Fenemore
Approved.
69. Matters arising for information and reports only
Item 44 –World War One Commemorations - Local parishes are not planning any specific events.
The events that are planned are at a more national level such as lectures, exhibitions and
remembrance services. BCC's website will be checked for events as and when they are added.
Item 56 - The school playground safety surface has been investigated and found to be rising in
places. The wet-pour surface is out of warranty. The original contractor has suggested that it be
refixed to a new concrete surface. It was agreed that this approach would be tested, using a local
supplier.
Action: Cllr. Hornsey.
Item 60 – Fete - The proceeds of the refreshment tent are to be donated to the Village Hall.
Bus shelter - It was reported that it is not possible to lift it back into a level position. Options for
refurbishment will be considered at a later date.
70. County Councillor's Report
Cllr Stutchbury is involved in the process of reviewing problem schools in the south of the county
to improve education provision in Bucks. The Buckingham School, on a comparative level, is now
considered one of the best for raising standards in Buckinghamshire.
Free school transport is being reviewed and concern has been raised at some of the proposed
provisions. Cllr Stutchbury is assisting with appeals and attempting to ensure that services are
provided where there is a clear need.
BCC Councillors have been asked to put forward priority roads for repair. Cllr Stutchbury has put
forward three, one being in Tingewick. Once the priority roads have been chosen the Parish will
be advised.
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BCC is consulting on the provision of services to achieve financial savings. Cllr Stutchbury is
concerned that the 'tick box' format of the consultation document may not be sufficient to provide
a meaningful response.
71. District Councillors Reports
Councillor Fealey had provided a report confirming that the warding proposals do not affect
Tingewick.
Further information provided by Cllr Stutchbury
Mr Blake is now the leader of AVDC and there have been some changes in the cabinet including a
local member.
There are proposals to change the allocation policy for social housing to enable local people to
obtain accommodation in their local area.
Open Forum
The Old White Hart
The purchasers of the Old White Hart confirmed their proposals for the property. It is proposed
that the barn be removed and a building erected further up the plot. The barn was noted not to be
suitable for listing. The property itself will undergo a full refurbishment. The plans were shown to
the Parish Council for information only as the Parish Council cannot express a view until a formal
application is received for consultation. It was said that a pre-application has already been made
to AVDC who raised concern at the prospect of infill development. Councillors noted that this was
contrary to Tingewick's localism response which supported appropriate infill up to 5 dwellings.
It is anticipated that the property will be sold once developed.
The Crown
It was confirmed that it has been sold.
BLAF
It was confirmed that BT has been awarded the contract to provide superfast broadband to
Buckinghamshire. The Finmere exchange, which serves Tingewick, will be upgraded by Christmas
2014.
72. Planning
13/02397/APP-TINGEWICK-Hill Farm Cottage, Upper Street (Two storey side extension) - No
Objections
13/02540/ATC-TINGEWICK-3 Cross Lane, Tingewick (a Removal of one silver birch) - No Objections
73. Accounts
See Appendix for details of transactions and budget report.
Transaction Report:
Proposed: Cllr. Roy Seconded: Cllr. Maxwell Agreed
Transactions approved.
Budget Report:
Proposed: Cllr. Swinburne Seconded: Cllr Thurlby
Agreed
Budget Report approved.
74. Councillors Reports and Items for Future Agenda
Street Lights
A new lantern will be obtained as required.
Footpaths
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The Footpath Walk has been advertised.
Cemetery and Grass Cutting
Nothing to report.
Playgrounds and Ponds
The school playground requires weeding.
Action: Cllr Swinburne
Special Projects
Nothing to report
Roads and Footways
A written report was received.
The bin by the Church is reported not to have been emptied. This will be followed up.
The blocked gulley at West Lane has been cleared.
A further ‘Village Walk Around’ has been offered. It was noted that the existing issues reported at
the last walk around should be dealt with before further a further walk around is undertaken.
Fly tipping remains a problem. There are fly tipped bags by the roundabout. AVDC will be asked
to remove them.
Planning
Cllr Roy attended the Buckingham Neighborhood Plan display. There are two proposals for
developments near to Tingewick. The plans are in their early states. The next stage will be to issue
a consultation document on the proposals by Christmas.
The Vale of Aylesbury Plan Delivery Policies Document consultation was considered. A written
report was received from Cllr Roy. Additional questions that the Parish Council had not already
considered were discussed.
a. Gypsies and travelers. It was agreed that that the criteria should include whether there is a
need for a facility in the area which cannot be met by existing facilities elsewhere. Other criteria
should apply the same tests as are applied to any proposal for residential development, e.g.
safeguarding amenity of adjoining residents, access etc.
b. Sub-development. Policies for conversions and sub-divisions should ensure that minimum
space standards are met to secure satisfactory living standards for future occupiers.
c. Environmental Issues. Policies should seek to safeguard areas identified as having high
landscape value and tall structures should avoid harm to key views identified in Village Design
Statements and other relevant studies.
A response will be issued.
Action: Cllr Roy
75. Correspondence
2013/10/01-Heritage-Permission for a second inscription on a memorial stone - Approved
2013/10/02-Resident-Request for dog waste bins - The Parish Council had previously considered
this and after receiving costings considered that the on-going emptying costs at that time would
be prohibitive. Further information has now been received that the costs will be much less than
previously quoted. Further information will be obtained and the matter will be placed on the
agenda for the next meeting.
Action: Cllr: Maxwell and Chairman
2013/10/03-Land and Partners Limited - Development Options. A view was sought from the
Parish Council by Land & Partners on behalf of Mr Treadwell for possible self-build projects on
land between Sandpit Hill and Back Lane. It was noted that the Parish Council is unable to
comment at this stage without a formal application having been made. However, the
recommendations of the Community Consultation Report, ‘Tingewick Towards 2030’, agreed by
the PC and adopted as policy, advise against development outside current village limits unless
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there is a clearly expressed local need. It was agreed that a response will be issued noting that the
village has set out its views on development in ‘Tingewick Towards 2030’ and in the Village Design
Statement, copies of which will be sent to Land & Partners.
Action: Clerk
76. MVAS
It has been confirmed that the consultation is not statutorily prescribed and is a courtesy
consultation directed at those nearest to obtain their views.
The east end of the village has been consulted and is fully in favour with no adverse issues.
To date, two residents on Sandpit Hill are in favour.
The consultation process will be continued.
Action: Chairman
77. Request for Donation (s137)
A village table tennis club run by the Diamonds has requested a donation towards a new table
tennis table.
Proposed - That a donation of £50.00 be given to the Tingewick Diamonds to assist with the
purchase of a table tennis table, it being noted that it is a suitable use of s137 monies.
Proposed: Cllr Swinburne. Seconded: Cllr Hornsey. Agreed
78. Recreation Ground Development.
The Working Group has advised that bid writer is to be engaged to assist with grant applications.
A decision as to which bid writer will be considered at the next meeting. It is intended that the
Working Group be extended.
79. Christmas Tree
It was proposed that a Christmas tree be purchased from the usual supplier.
Proposed: Cllr. Thurlby Seconded: Cllr. Swinburne. Agreed.
Action: Chairman
The Christmas tree lights will be checked and tested.
Action: Cllr Maxwell
The Christmas tree will be erected on the 5th December 2013.
80. Date of Next Meeting
The next meeting is to take place on the 7th November 2013 at 8.00pm in the Village Hall.
The meeting closed atmeeting
10.00pm.
The
closed
at
10.00pm.
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NOVEMBER 2013
Date
Fri. 01
Time
9:00
Event
Tingewick Cafe
Venue
Village Hall
Contact
Everyone Welcome
Fri. 01
18:30
Rainbows
Rectory Farm
Janet Bowden 817052
Fri. 01
Sat. 02
20:00
Mike (Sparky) Harding
Charity Quiz Night
The Royal Oak
Village Hall
Royal Oak: 848373
Sat. 02
16:00
Family Service
Tingewick Church
Eleanor Zuercher: 847145
Sat. 02
19:30
Equinox Saxophone
Ensemble
Radcliffe Centre
Call: 848770
Sat. 02
20:30
Karaoke
The Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Sun. 03
Mon. 04
10:00
10:00
Breakfast/Family Service
Table Tennis
Tingewick Church
Village Hall
TBA
Mon. 04
13:30
Tingewick Patchers
Village Hall
Betty Deighton 848510
Mon. 04
Tue. 05
19:30
9:30
Line Dancing
Baby Club
Village Hall
Village Hall
Anna Donaldson: 847809
Tue. 05
19:15
Scouts
Village Hall
Helen Abbott: 848070
Chris Carter: 848291
Wed. 06
Food Bin and Recycling Bin
(Blue Lid)
Wed. 06
10:30
Diamonds Club Medical
Detection Dog talk
Village Hall
Wed. 06
18:30
Belfair Chocolate visit
Meet Village Hall Car Linda: 848400
park
Thu. 07
Thu. 07
11:00
13:15
Pilates
Parent & Toddler
Village Hall
Pre-school
Joanne: 07851 032316
Claire Groves: 847130
Thu. 07
13:30
Bingo
Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Thu. 07
Thu. 07
18:30
20:00
Karate Club
Parish Council
Village Hall
Village Hall
Kath Dearden: 705035
The Clerk: 848689
Fri. 08
9:00
Tingewick Cafe
Village Hall
Everyone Welcome
Fri. 08
Sat. 09
18:30
Rainbows
Private Party afternoon
Rectory Farm
Janet Bowden 817052
Tingewick Village Hall
Sun. 10
Sun. 10
10:50
Remembrance Service
Water Stratford
Church
Mr C Hilsdon
Sun. 10
10:50
Remembrance Service
Start Tingewick War
Memorial
Rev L Simpson: 704964
Sun. 10
15:00
Messy Church
Tingewick School
Sun. 10
18:15
Bonfire Night
The Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Mon. 11
Mon. 11
10:00
13:30
Table Tennis
Tingewick Patchers
Village Hall
Village Hall
Mon. 11
19:30
Line Dancing
Village Hall
Tue. 12
Tue. 12
9:30
19:15
Baby Club
Scouts
Village Hall
Village Hall
Village Hall
Village Hall
Herby Taylor: 847088
Wed. 13
Wed. 13
Wed. 13
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Food Bin and Refuse Bin
10:00
19:00
Table Tennis
Whist Drive
Date
Time
Event
Venue
Contact
Thu. 14
Thu. 14
11:00
13:15
Pilates
Parent & Toddler
Village Hall
Pre-school
Joanne: 07851 032316
Thu. 14
13:30
Bingo
Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Thu. 14
Fri. 15
18:30
Karate Club
Private party from 6pm
Village Hall
Fri. 15
9:00
Tingewick Cafe
Village Hall
Everyone Welcome
Fri. 15
Sat. 16
18:30
18:30
Rainbows
Safari Supper
Rectory Farm
Tingewick Village
Hall?
Janet Bowden 817052
Jean Bone: 848523
Sun. 17
Mon. 18
11:15
10:00
Holy Communion
Table Tennis
Tingewick Church
Village Hall
Revd Liz simpson 704964
Mon. 18
13:30
Tingewick Patchers
Village Hall
Mon. 18
Tue. 19
19:30
9:30
Line Dancing
Baby Club
Village Hall
Village Hall
Tue. 19
12:30
Pub Lunch Club
Royal Oak
Rosemary Stutchbury:
848612
Tue. 19
19:15
Scouts
Village Hall
Wed. 20
(Blue Lid)
Wed. 20
10:00
Table Tennis
Village Hall
Wed. 20
19:45
Historical Society Map Talk
Village Hall
Jackie Nash: 848431
Thu. 21
Thu. 21
11:00
13:15
Pilates
Parent & Toddler
Village Hall
Pre-school
Joanne: 07851 032316
Thu. 21
13:30
Bingo
Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Thu. 21
Fri. 22
18:30
Karate Club
Private party from 6pm
Village Hall
Fri. 22
9:00
Tingewick Cafe
Village Hall
Fri. 22
Sun. 24
18:30
Rainbows
Rectory Farm
Janet Bowden 817052
Everyone Welcome
Sun. 24
11:15
Holy Communion
Tingewick Church
Rev L Simpson: 704964
Mon. 25
Mon. 25
10:00
13:30
Table Tennis
Tingewick Patchers
Village Hall
Village Hall
Mon. 25
19:30
Line Dancing
Village Hall
Tue. 26
Tue. 26
9:30
10:30
Baby Club
Diamonds Club Walk
Village Hall
Village Hall Car Park Chris Carter: 848291
Tue. 26
19:15
Scouts
Village Hall
Wed. 27
Food Bin and Refuse Bin
Wed. 27
Thu. 28
10:00
11:00
Table Tennis
Pilates
Village Hall
Village Hall
Joanne: 07851 032316
Thu. 28
13:15
Parent & Toddler
Pre-school
Thu. 28
Thu. 28
13:30
18:30
Bingo
Karate Club
Royal Oak
Village Hall
Royal Oak: 848373
Thu. 28
20:30
Quiz Night
Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Fri. 29
Fri. 29
9:00
13:30
Tingewick Cafe
Wreath Making
Demonstration
Village Hall
Everyone Welcome
Tingewick Village Hall Linda: 848400
Fri. 29
Fri. 29
18:30
19:00
Rainbows
Pre-School Christmas Shop
Rectory Farm
Tingewick School
Fri. 29
19:00
Wreath Making
Demonstration
Tingewick Village Hall Linda: 848400
Janet Bowden 817052
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DECEMBER 2013
Date
Sun. 01
Sun. 01
Time
10:00
Mon. 02
Mon. 02
Mon. 02
10:00
19:30
Tue. 03
Tue. 03
Tue. 03
9:30
19:15
Event
Breakfast/Family Service
Venue
Tingewick Church
TBA
School (play) pm
Table Tennis
Line Dancing
Village Hall
Village Hall
School (play) pm
Baby Club
Scouts
Village Hall
Village Hall
Wed. 04
(Blue Lid)
Wed. 04
School (play) pm and
evening
Contact
Wed. 04
10:30
Diamonds Club Christmas
Event
Village Hall
Chris Carter: 848291
Thu. 05
11:00
Pilates
Village Hall
Joanne: 07851 032316
Thu. 05
Thu. 05
13:15
13:30
Parent & Toddler
Bingo
Pre-school
Royal Oak
Royal Oak: 848373
Thu. 05
18:30
Karate Club
Village Hall
Thu. 05
20:00
Parish Council
Village Hall
The Clerk: 848689
Private party bookings are included to help those wishing to book the hall.
To book the Village Hall telephone Carol Thurlby on 01280 848569.
PLEASE NOTE EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE - please check if in
any doubt and confirm any changes with Carol.
Editor: John Clucas
Tel 01280 847822
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