Many happy returns to Fred Crawford, who celebrated his 70th birthday on Saturday night (25th February) with over 80 friends and family members at Chearsley Cricket Club pavilion.
Monday, 27 February 2017
Fred Crawford - 70 not out…
Many happy returns to Fred Crawford, who celebrated his 70th birthday on Saturday night (25th February) with over 80 friends and family members at Chearsley Cricket Club pavilion.
Saturday, 25 February 2017
Village News
with Margaret Morbey : 01844-208913
Annual Litter Pick
Well done and thank you to everyone who turned up on Friday to go litter picking. I was sorry that Phil and I were unable to come this year, but we have filled a few bags of rubbish in our time. What a good job that Doris had abated! Let’s now all try to keep the lanes and hedgerows litter free by picking up any rubbish you see at any time.
Bus Shelters
I notice that the Parish Council has been busy again in arranging for the roofs of the two bus shelters to be mended. They now look very smart.
New Village Hall update: February 2017
The Village Hall Management committee led by Antonia Stratford with help from members of the Parish Council and other advisers has been progressing with decisions on the new village hall with the aim that work on the new village hall can start mid to end of July. Planning permission for the new hall was granted last year.
Money already secured £473,00 has already been secured for the project. This figure is made up as follows:
Grants - £381,372; Donations £95,000; Fundraising £6,000;
Fundraising matched by the Heybrooks and Vickers £6,000
Funds already raised by the village include over £300 generously donated by Joy Payne from her Christmas garland making morning. A Christmas coffee and craft sale made £1000. An evening of supper and Murder at The Manor with Thame Players for 60 villagers raised around £800 and the Chearsley boys calendar raised over £1000.
Future Fund Raising
It is anticipated that around £50,000 still needs to be found. One idea for fundraising is to have fundraising bricks, where there could be a showcase inside the entrance hall as brick “slips” or as a “giving tree”. The details for this have still to be finalized. Any other ideas or suggestions for fundraising by village societies or individuals will be very much appreciated.
Cost of the new hall build: It is expected the cost of the build will be around £500,000 with £25,000 contingency included. Three more grants are to be applied for which, if successful, would add another £30,000.
Next steps: A Projects Manager has been appointed to finalise the tender documents for submission to contractors shortly in order to appoint a contractor by the end of March with the aim of a start on the new hall in mid/end July
Click on the Village Hall link to keep up-to-date with all developments and news.
Chearsley Cricket Club Quiz
The Club’s first social fundraiser of the year will be a Quiz to be held on Saturday March 25 in the village hall at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. Larry Warr will be the quizmaster. The cost will be £5 per person. Teams of 8 to 10 people are welcome. Please bring your own food and drink.
There will also be a raffle and auction. As this event has been very well supported in the past, it is advisable to let the organisers know in good time that you would like to come. There will be no tickets issued, just pay on the door, but they need to know how many tables to arrange. Please contact Laura Cambray, who has taken over the role of Club’s Fun and Games co-ordinator for the first time. Her mobile number is 07794 241499 or email lauracambray@btinternet.com All proceeds will go towards development of facilities at the Club. Any donations for the auction or raffle prizes would be gratefully accepted.
Pancake Day this Tuesday 28
Don’t forget about the Pancake party at the church from 5 to 6pm. All donations to the Children’s Society
Refuse Collections: Wednesday March 1 the general green bins and food bins will be collected
Church Services :
Annual Litter Pick
Well done and thank you to everyone who turned up on Friday to go litter picking. I was sorry that Phil and I were unable to come this year, but we have filled a few bags of rubbish in our time. What a good job that Doris had abated! Let’s now all try to keep the lanes and hedgerows litter free by picking up any rubbish you see at any time.
Bus Shelters
I notice that the Parish Council has been busy again in arranging for the roofs of the two bus shelters to be mended. They now look very smart.
New Village Hall update: February 2017
The Village Hall Management committee led by Antonia Stratford with help from members of the Parish Council and other advisers has been progressing with decisions on the new village hall with the aim that work on the new village hall can start mid to end of July. Planning permission for the new hall was granted last year.
Money already secured £473,00 has already been secured for the project. This figure is made up as follows:
Grants - £381,372; Donations £95,000; Fundraising £6,000;
Fundraising matched by the Heybrooks and Vickers £6,000
Funds already raised by the village include over £300 generously donated by Joy Payne from her Christmas garland making morning. A Christmas coffee and craft sale made £1000. An evening of supper and Murder at The Manor with Thame Players for 60 villagers raised around £800 and the Chearsley boys calendar raised over £1000.
Future Fund Raising
It is anticipated that around £50,000 still needs to be found. One idea for fundraising is to have fundraising bricks, where there could be a showcase inside the entrance hall as brick “slips” or as a “giving tree”. The details for this have still to be finalized. Any other ideas or suggestions for fundraising by village societies or individuals will be very much appreciated.
Cost of the new hall build: It is expected the cost of the build will be around £500,000 with £25,000 contingency included. Three more grants are to be applied for which, if successful, would add another £30,000.
Next steps: A Projects Manager has been appointed to finalise the tender documents for submission to contractors shortly in order to appoint a contractor by the end of March with the aim of a start on the new hall in mid/end July
Click on the Village Hall link to keep up-to-date with all developments and news.
Chearsley Cricket Club Quiz
The Club’s first social fundraiser of the year will be a Quiz to be held on Saturday March 25 in the village hall at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. Larry Warr will be the quizmaster. The cost will be £5 per person. Teams of 8 to 10 people are welcome. Please bring your own food and drink.
There will also be a raffle and auction. As this event has been very well supported in the past, it is advisable to let the organisers know in good time that you would like to come. There will be no tickets issued, just pay on the door, but they need to know how many tables to arrange. Please contact Laura Cambray, who has taken over the role of Club’s Fun and Games co-ordinator for the first time. Her mobile number is 07794 241499 or email lauracambray@btinternet.com All proceeds will go towards development of facilities at the Club. Any donations for the auction or raffle prizes would be gratefully accepted.
Pancake Day this Tuesday 28
Don’t forget about the Pancake party at the church from 5 to 6pm. All donations to the Children’s Society
Refuse Collections: Wednesday March 1 the general green bins and food bins will be collected
Church Services :
- Tuesday 28: Pancake Party at the church from 5 to 6pm
- Wednesday March 1: Ash Wednesday service at 7.30pm
- Friday March 3: Lent Course begins at Long Meadow, Dark Lane at 1.15 to 2.45pm
- Sunday March 5: Family Communion at 10am
- Tuesday February 28 Pancake Party at The Church from 5 to 6pm. We are all invited to this free event when all donations will go to the Children’s Society
- Saturday March 25 Cricket Club Quiz in the village hall 7 for 7.30pm start
What a Load of Rubbish!
Well done to all those ‘litter pickers’ who volunteered to give Chearsley’s lanes and roads their annual ‘spring clean’ yesterday, Friday 24th.
A total of 20 rubbish sacks were filled, in addition to an assortment of hub caps, rusty road signs, McDonald’s cartons and other paraphernalia lurking in the hedgerows and gullies on the approaches to the village.
Following their endeavours, the ‘team’ awarded themselves a well-earned cup of tea and some delicious cakes in The Bell.
Many thanks to Maria & Peter Allen, Nic Brown, Rose Dale, Hannah Eames and children, Nicola George, Martin Hearmon, Laura Heybrook, Susie & Mike Heybrook, Alicia & John Howard, Susan Olding, Alan Parry, Louise Puttick, Phil Rawlings, Maria Santos and Gilly Travers.
A total of 20 rubbish sacks were filled, in addition to an assortment of hub caps, rusty road signs, McDonald’s cartons and other paraphernalia lurking in the hedgerows and gullies on the approaches to the village.
Following their endeavours, the ‘team’ awarded themselves a well-earned cup of tea and some delicious cakes in The Bell.
Missing cat?
During the litter-pick on Friday morning, the body of a tomcat was found in a gully off the Chilton Road. Bizarrely, the cat had been put in a freezer bag and it is likely that it had been lying there for a few days. It was a tabby cat, with white face and paws.
The bag was delivered to the local RSPCA (Blackberry Farm Animal Centre, Quainton – 0300 123 0752 or blackberryfarm@rspca.org.uk).
The cat was not ‘microchipped’ and the RSPCA will keep the body in storage for a further seven days before disposing of it.
The bag was delivered to the local RSPCA (Blackberry Farm Animal Centre, Quainton – 0300 123 0752 or blackberryfarm@rspca.org.uk).
The cat was not ‘microchipped’ and the RSPCA will keep the body in storage for a further seven days before disposing of it.
Thursday, 23 February 2017
Take Notice
Any notices missing from the village notice board are likely to have been blown away by Doris. If you spot any flying around, please return them, or replace any that you may have posted once the winds subside.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Monday, 20 February 2017
Village News
with Margaret Morbey : 01844-208913
Valentines Night at The Bell was an overwhelming success with every table booked and hopeful Valentine celebrants regrettably turned away. Well done to The Bell staff for putting on a good evening even in the absence of Sharon who was away enjoying a very well deserved break. The next opportunity to enjoy a special occasion at The Bell is Mothering Sunday on March 26. Make sure you book a table now to avoid disappointment.
Parish Council Meeting this Monday February 20
Our local Bucks County Councillor, Margaret Aston will be present at this meeting of Chearsley Parish Council which gives everyone who attends a chance to share her valuable insights on a wide range of local issues. She has served the local community as a councillor since 1993 and plans to retire at the next election. Please take this opportunity to hear her views, comments and answer any questions you may have. The agenda for this meeting can be viewed online here. The meeting will be held at the village hall and starts at 7.30pm. Your attendance is very much welcomed by the Parish Council.
Annual Litter Pick
Alicia and John Howard are organising this year’s litter pick, taking over from Laura who has been chief organiser for a number of years. The litter pick is being held on Friday February 24, come rain or hopefully shine, meeting at 9am outside the shop. Bring strong plastic rubbish bags and protective gloves and wear bright coloured clothing for visibility safety. Your reward in coming to help clean up our village is to know that you will have contributed to keeping Chearsley tidy and well cared for. An enticing cup of coffee and homemade cake for £4 will be available at The Bell afterwards. Please contact John or Alicia for any more information.
Turn End Trust, Haddenham
The season starts on Saturday March 25 with a Walk and Talk on Getting The Garden Ready with Turn End’s gardener, Jackie Hunt. This will be followed on Thursday April 27 when Peter Aldington OBE, who designed and built the house and garden in the early 1960s, is inviting people into his home to join him in conservation. The house and garden at Turn End are widely regarded as a prime example of the blend between architecture and landscape design. Please contact the Events co-ordinator at turnendtrustevents@gmail.com or phone 07717 834606 for more information and to book. More details about Turn End can be found at www.turnend.org.uk
Benefice Lent Course
A series of six weekly meetings begin on Friday March 3 at Long Meadow, Dark Lane, Chearsley from 1.15 to 2.45pm. Please contact Reverend Richard Phillips at reverend.richard.philips@gmail.com or phone 01844 208987 for more information.
Refuse Collections: Wednesday February 22 the recycling and food bins will be collected.
Church Services :
Valentines Night at The Bell was an overwhelming success with every table booked and hopeful Valentine celebrants regrettably turned away. Well done to The Bell staff for putting on a good evening even in the absence of Sharon who was away enjoying a very well deserved break. The next opportunity to enjoy a special occasion at The Bell is Mothering Sunday on March 26. Make sure you book a table now to avoid disappointment.
Parish Council Meeting this Monday February 20
Our local Bucks County Councillor, Margaret Aston will be present at this meeting of Chearsley Parish Council which gives everyone who attends a chance to share her valuable insights on a wide range of local issues. She has served the local community as a councillor since 1993 and plans to retire at the next election. Please take this opportunity to hear her views, comments and answer any questions you may have. The agenda for this meeting can be viewed online here. The meeting will be held at the village hall and starts at 7.30pm. Your attendance is very much welcomed by the Parish Council.
Annual Litter Pick
Alicia and John Howard are organising this year’s litter pick, taking over from Laura who has been chief organiser for a number of years. The litter pick is being held on Friday February 24, come rain or hopefully shine, meeting at 9am outside the shop. Bring strong plastic rubbish bags and protective gloves and wear bright coloured clothing for visibility safety. Your reward in coming to help clean up our village is to know that you will have contributed to keeping Chearsley tidy and well cared for. An enticing cup of coffee and homemade cake for £4 will be available at The Bell afterwards. Please contact John or Alicia for any more information.
Turn End Trust, Haddenham
The season starts on Saturday March 25 with a Walk and Talk on Getting The Garden Ready with Turn End’s gardener, Jackie Hunt. This will be followed on Thursday April 27 when Peter Aldington OBE, who designed and built the house and garden in the early 1960s, is inviting people into his home to join him in conservation. The house and garden at Turn End are widely regarded as a prime example of the blend between architecture and landscape design. Please contact the Events co-ordinator at turnendtrustevents@gmail.com or phone 07717 834606 for more information and to book. More details about Turn End can be found at www.turnend.org.uk
Benefice Lent Course
A series of six weekly meetings begin on Friday March 3 at Long Meadow, Dark Lane, Chearsley from 1.15 to 2.45pm. Please contact Reverend Richard Phillips at reverend.richard.philips@gmail.com or phone 01844 208987 for more information.
Refuse Collections: Wednesday February 22 the recycling and food bins will be collected.
Church Services :
- Sunday February 26: 10am Family Service at 10am
- Tuesday 28: Pancake Party at the church from 5 to 6pm
- Wednesday March 1: Ash Wednesday service at 7.30pm
- Friday March 3: Lent Course begins at Long Meadow, Dark Lane at 1.15 to 2.45pm
- Sunday March 5: Family Communion at 10am
- Monday February 20: Parish Council Meeting at 7.30pm in the village hall with Margaret Aston attending
- Tuesday February 28: Pancake Party at The Church from 5 to 6pm. We are all invited to this free event when all donations will go to the Children’s Society
Saturday, 18 February 2017
Cheer Up Chearsley
Date: Friday 24th February.
Venue: Meet outside the Village Shop at 9.00 am
Bring some strong black rubbish sacks, protective gloves, and wearing brightly coloured visible clothing for safety.
We’ll head off in all directions ending up at The Bell at 11.00 for refreshments. Sharon will serve hot drinks and cake (all you can eat) at £4 per head.
Laura Heybrook who has organised this event for many years has handed over the baton to the Howards, so get in touch with us if you want any further information.
Come rain or shine we will go ahead – just dress appropriately!
Do help if you can….the more the merrier….many hands make light work, as they say.
Please let us know if you’re coming
John and Alicia
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