from Margaret Morbey
Alpha Global Expedition by Adrian Flanagan
Adrian, whose ex-wife, Louise lives in Chearsley and is managing the shore side of this adventure, is about to set sail on the final part of his “vertical” circumnavigation of the earth and thereby becoming the first solo yachtsman to achieve this. This last, difficult leg is a 1,600 mile stretch from Mehamn, northern Norway to The Royal Southern Yacht Club on the south coast of England. Sleep will have to be taken in snatches as for much of the time, he will be beating into wind and there is a lot of shipping in the North Sea and oil rigs.
He has had a long and hard expedition in Barrabos, a French designed 40ft Trireme constructed entirely of stainless steel, twice having to break off the circumnavigation since starting in 2005. We wish him good luck in completing his dream.
Short Mat Bowls
There will be Short Mat Bowls in the village Hall this Friday evening and every Friday, except the first of the month. New members are always welcome. Please check the time with Keith or Beryl Wright on 208607 and to find out more details.
Mobile Library
This will be in The Bell car park on Monday, May 12th from 10.35 to 11.05a.m.
Parish Council Meeting
The next meeting will be in Chearsley Village Hall on Monday May 12th – please check notice board for the time, probably 7.30p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend and there is a short time allowed for any points to be raised or questions asked by the general public at the beginning of the meeting.
Race for Life May 11th
This takes place this Sunday May 11th, starting in Waddesdon Manor grounds. All spectators and all encouragement is welcome. Please do all come to Chearsley Village Hall after the event, for fun, chatter, lunch (bring your own bottle), pink tombola.etc. We aim to raise as much money as possible in memory of Jackie Brown
