BRACKLEY IN BUSINESS AUGUST ISSUE

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Brackley Groundworks Specialists in Block Paving & Patios • Driveways • Footings & Drainage • Tarmac Drives • The Guild of Master Craftsmen • 5 year installation guarantee •Digger Hire from 1 1/2 tonne to 5 tonne

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C O N T E N T S Best Area Magazines Ltd 46 Chestnut Close Hampton, Nr Evesham Worcestershire WR11 2PA www.inbusinessmags.co.uk EDITOR/ARTWORK Mandy Mills inbusinesspublications@yahoo.co.uk ADVERTISING Kate Martin 01386 424898 inbusinesspublications@yahoo.co.uk FEATURES EDITOR Jen Oakton PHOTOGRAPHERS David Holloway - 2tone pictures Brackley Photographic Fiona Baker Photography EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Alan Kent, Chris Swallow, Carolyn Hunter, Kate Martin, NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE COPY DATE 14th September 2011 AUGUST & SEPTEMBER ISSUE 2011 The aims of Brackley In Business Magazine are to help businesses in the area become known and useful to local people and to encourage the people of Brackley and surrounding areas to support these businesses in order that the local community can flourish. © 2011. All artwork and copy appearing in this publication is copyright and may not be reproduced without written permission from the publisher. All information published is correct according to those who supplied it and no responsibility is taken if it is not. Care is taken to ensure all advertisements are truthful and no liability is accepted for errors or emissions. The right to refuse advertisements is reserved. The use of this publication for canvassing, direct marketing or any other activity apart from sourcing local goods and services is strictly prohibited.

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Businesswoman enters 8 “Local Great North Run”

10 “Beau Ideal Voucher” 12 “Summer First Aid” and Bark-fest – a hotel 18 “Bed for dogs”

20 “Coffee Contacts” in Bespoke Indoor & 22 “Specialists Outdoor Swimming Pools & Spas”Mosaic Swimming Pools Music Event in aid of 26 “Live C.A.F.E. ” The Greyhound, Brackley Festival of 28 “Brackley Motorcycling” name is Bond, 31 “My Guaranteed Capital Protection Bond”

32 “ New Shop for Brackley!” and Cheap Days Out in 34 “Free local area” Baby Fayre Mums 36 “Brackley Making It Happen ! ”

38 “Toy Story 3 & Rocky Horror Come To Stowe”

42 “The Garden In August & September”Swallows Nursery a £20 Voucher 45 WIN Swallows Nursery cont page 4

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If you haven’t yet booked your pre-holiday beauty sessions, look for the fantastic 25% off voucher from Beau Ideal beauty therapy and the incredible 50% discount at The Hair Gallery to welcome Pippa to the team. There’s no excuse not to treat yourself with those deals.

For those bodies wanting to get beach-beautiful, the fabulous Buy One Get One Free offer from Energie Fitness is just perfect.

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Take a close look through your magazine this month as there are some wonderful summer special offers to be found...

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If you need some retail therapy, Universal Blinds has a super 50% discount offer. Look at Bronnley’s advert on page 14 so you can stock up on your favourite Bronnley toiletries at greatly reduced prices (dare we mention, you might even start your Christmas shopping?).

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TOWN GARAGE (BRACKLEY) UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT YOUR NEW ONE STOP CAR SHOP Well Established Garage In Brackley

M.O.T.s Mechanical Servicing Valeting Service Van and Car Hire Also now offering Car Body Repair Shop Crash Repairs Re-Sprays and Colour Changes Smart Repairs Alloy Wheel Refurbs All the above available to Car and Light Commercials

COMPETITIVE PRICES CALL DEE ON 01280 702227 OR 07947 158075 71 High Street, Brackley, Northants

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Local Businesswoman enters Great North Run Brackley businesswoman Nicola Crookes is running the Great North Run on 18th September. Nicola is owner of Pinsah Design, a well-respected web and graphic design company based in the town.

The Great North Run is an annual half-marathon (13.1 miles) event that attracts more than 50 000 runners. Most participants run on behalf of a charity and millions of pounds are raised each year.

Established in 1981, The Great North Run is now the most watched half marathon in the world and is broadcast live on BBC and on Radio Live 5.

A keen amateur runner, Nicola is running on behalf of the Alzheimers Society, which provides support and invaluable help to families and funds research into possible cures and therapies.

Nicola would be extremely grateful for any support from Brackley businesses and residents.

You can donate by visiting www.justgiving.com/nicolacrookes/ Jen Oakton

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Beau Ideal Beauty and Holistic Therapy

Brackley's premier beauty salon offering a wide range of treatments including:

M anicure, Pedicure and Nail Ex tensions

Eyelash Ex tensions

Facials

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and many more ser vices For appointments call Hannah on

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at The Hair Gallery 2 High Street, Brackley, Northants, NN13 7DT

Monthly promotions and loyalty schemes available.

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Not in conjunction with any other offer or promotion

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*OFFER ENDS 31st August

NEW studio programme All classes FREE to members £5.00 to non members Monday 09.30-10.30 16.00-17.30 18.00-19.00 19.15-20.15 Tuesday 09.30-11.00 18.15-19.00 19.00-20.00 20.15-21.15 Wednesday 18.30-20.00 20.00-21.00 Thursday 07.00-08.00 09.30-10.30 17.00-19.00 20.15-21.15 Saturday 09.30-10.30

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Summer First Aid As well as the usual bumps and bruises, the summer brings some other ‘medical moments’. Here’s how to treat some of the most common: Bites and Stings These are usually more painful than harmful. For most bites, apply a cold compress and add bite/sting cream.

If stung in mouth, give an ice cube to suck. Call an ambulance if there are breathing difficulties.

Sunburn Get out of the sun. Calamine lotion will ease soreness and itching. Use an aftersun cream (aloe vera gel is great). Increase fluids to keep hydrated. For severe sunburn or if there are signs of heat exhaustion/dehydration see a GP. Heat rash Sponge with cool water and pat dry.

Apply calamine lotion.

Jen Oakton

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Joanne Oliver H.NH.Ir

Experienced Herbalist & Intuitive Healer

Offering Natural Health Solutions For: Insomnia, Feeling Low & Anxious Stress, Fatigue & Disgestive Problems

Treating The Individual...

Combining; Herbal Remedies, Dietary Advice, Reflex Touch (gentle reflexology) and much more,

Friendly, Professional And Affordable For more information contact Jo

Evenley 01280 844965 Or visit www.joanneoliver.co.uk AMH member

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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For an appointment to see if I can help please contact Tel.01869-811241 or E-Mail - pt.thompson1@gmail.com

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

SUMMER SPECIAL

The Hair Gallery are pleased to welcome Pippa to the Brackley styling team.

If you book an appointment with Pippa in

August or September we will give you a

50% discount on your

cut and blow dry (Mon - Fri only) Just quote 'Brackley in Business' when booking your appointment.

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Keep Your Bike Safe!

There have been a number of bike thefts in the local area recently so follow these tips to make sure your bike is secure.

• PVCu Windows & Doors • Double Glazed Units

• Safety/Toughened Glass • Laminated Glass • Mirrors

• Table tops

• Leaded Lights

• Misty Units Replaced

Email: info@brackleyglass.org Website: www.brackleyglass.org

Tel/Fax: 01280 703277 Mobile: 07793 206253

When not in use, store your bike in a locked garage or shed.

Always lock your bike when you leave it, even if you are just popping into a shop or friend’s house for a minute. A D-shaped lock is recommended.

Lock up anything on your bike that can be removed e.g. wheel, light.

When locking your bike up, always lock it to something solid such as a lamp post or railings.

Have your bike security marked. A bike shop or the police can stamp your postcode onto the bike and attach a sticker to deter thieves.

Take a clear colour photo of your bike. You can hand this to the police if your bike is stolen.

Make sure you have insurance cover for your bike.

Jen Oakton

Local Brackley builder with 25 years experience All types of building work undertaken Excellent references available

“Our reputation is your guarantee” For your free quotation

Tel: 01280 702785 or 07780 610700 Email: Simat6@aol.com

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BED AND BARK-FEST – A HOTEL FOR DOGS. You may have heard the expression you must be Barking Mad quite often but Shirley Rands who launched her business in Northamptonshire 10 months ago, is happy to be claiming just that!

Shirley from Brackley reports that the first 10 months of trading as a local franchisee of national pet care company Barking Mad has been a tremendous success, with almost 90 customers registered already and over 30 host families.

Barking Mad is a home from home pet care service and customers have been very quick to see the value of this solution to dog care when they need to leave their best friend to go away on holiday, business or in to hospital.

Shirley said “I completely understand how dogs become a precious and important part of the family. Mine certainly is to me. When I decided to take a career change the Barking Mad concept won me over. It is so rewarding to be providing a service which gives dog owners the confidence to

leave their loved ones in excellent hands and have a c a r e f r e e holiday. Going to work now is a pleasure and the best bit is seeing relaxed and happy owners and dogs, what more could you ask for” said Shirley.

Shirley went on to say “I am now able to combine my love of dogs with running my own business. I really enjoy meeting like minded people and being able to solve their pet care dilemmas, it gives me a tremendous amount of job satisfaction. Our customers have complete peace of mind knowing their pets are being cared for in a home environment similar to their own, whilst our host families are able to enjoy all of the benefits of owning a dog but on a part time basis. They say the best part about being a grandparent is that you have all the fun before handing the grandchildren back, and Barking Mad is the canine equivalent”.

Here are a few of comments Shirley has received about the service she offers: "Barking Mad are real "Super Stars". Definitely recommend them!"

"The service was personal and attention to detail exceeded all of our expectations. We had a lovely break safe in the knowledge that the dogs were being well cared for by fellow dog lovers.

Thank you again" "Such a relief to know Belle was going to be given love and attention"

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Brackley & Buckingham Dog Training Club Thursday Nights Finmere Village Hall All Breeds, All Ages & All Standards 01280 704558 01280 701794 One to One Training at Your Home also available

Duo Bathroom Installations & Property Maintenance

by experienced husband & wife team

We specialise in full bathroom refurbishments ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

Bathroom Installation Painting & Decorating Plasterboarding & Stud Walls Refitting Kitchens

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Guttering & Fascias Wall & Floor Tiling Flat Pack Furniture Assembly Renovation Projects

We offer a courteous service with high quality work at competitive rates

Tel: 01327 262655 07925 364373 email:sally.stu@btinternet.com

Sally & Stuart Jackson

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Coffee Contacts

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Coffee Contacts is Brackley’s new ‘drop in’ networking club which was started by a local photographer Fiona Baker. Meeting every fourth Thursday in the month at Eat At 23 (formerly Rolands), this club is a great way for local business people to make connections.

The club meets from 9:30-11:30am. There are no fees, no subscriptions and no obligations. Simply pop in, buy a coffee and make contact with Brackley’s expanding business community.

For a small business, networking has many benefits. It can be a useful source of information and support as well as an opportunity to spread the word about your business, increase your customer base and boost your reputation.

Local business owners can share key contact details and help you to develop your own business knowledge and skills.

If you are a local business owner, can you afford to miss it?

Jen Oakton

O.WHITE BUILDERS Quality Building Services ◊Extensions ◊Garage Conversions ◊Renovations ◊Landscaping ◊Plastering ◊Kitchens ◊Bathrooms ALL BUILDING work undertaken Call for your FREE quotation

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P&B ROOFING & Building Contractors Ltd

ALL TYPES OF FLAT ROOFING TILING, SLATING, RE-POINTING, REPAIRS AND RE-ROOFS FASCIAS AND GUTTERS REPAIRED OR REPLACED CHIMNEYS RE-POINTED A L L W O R K C A R R I E S I N S U R A N C E WA R R A N T Y

Tel: 01280 409048

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MOBILE: 07956 114001

Credit Cards Accepted Established 20 Years www.PBROOFING.co.uk

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Mosaic Swimming Pools & Spa Ltd.

Specialists in Bespoke Design Indoor & Outdoor Swimming Pools & Spas Make the most of the glorious summer weather and install a pool or hot tub in your garden – that’s the advice of local man Stephen French of Mosaic Swimming Pool and Spas Ltd in Brackley.

“A pool, spa & hot tub is an excellent investment, it will provide years of pleasure for your family and friends and increase the value of your home” says Stephen, and he knows his stuff - his company has a wealth of experience in the world of bespoke swimming pool, hot tub & spa design and installation.

Over 34 years knowledge encompassing beautiful new build projects of all sizes down to re-tiling or lining to renovate existing pools makes them the natural choice for a call about maintaining your spa or advice on choosing new filtration equipment.

Many people would love to have a pool,spa and hot tub but are concerned that the maintenance is tricky – this where Mosaic’s aftercare service is key. “We provide a complete maintenance and servicing package for clients within a 50 mile radius of our offices” says Stephen. “our team are all highly skilled and knowledgeable, and will keep your filtration system running smoothly and your water crystal clear”. For busy clients who prefer to maintain their pool themselves, state of the art water purification techniques can be incorporated into electrically controlled filtration units, making the job effortless and userfriendly.

Projects have been completed in all shapes and sizes, for delighted clients ranging from leisure centres, to hotels, to private pools and spas for families to enjoy.

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“We still service and maintain pools that we built over 20 years ago” says Stephen, with a definite pride in the quality workmanship that enables such longevity. To provide complete peace of mind for families with young children or pets, Mosaic can fit automatic safety covers to your pool, in a range of colours to suit your project.

What could be nicer than relaxing the day away by the pool, hot tub or in a luxury spa, listening to the restful sound of a waterfall?

Many clients choose to create a spa pool which flows gently into a larger swimming pool; crystal clear water, blue sky – the perfect remedy to the stresses of everyday life.

Indoor or outdoor – the choice is yours. Pools, hot tubs and spas can be installed in a range of existing buildings, in all sizes and to suit all budgets. Full climate control is available, to enhance the indoor experience. Hot tubs and saunas are always popular, and can be accommodated in the smallest gardens Mosaic specialise in designing and installing the right one for your needs.

All shapes and sizes of pool are available, from the more traditional rectangular block built with a liner, to pre-formed pools, to virtually any conceivable shape, formed from steel reinforced concrete, sprayed on site, allowing beautiful curves and lines to be created.

So, if you have been thinking about installing a pool or hot tub but have never got round to taking the plunge, phone

Stephen and the team on 01280 843101 today! Kate Martin

www.mosaicswimmingpools.co.uk

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CHRIS COCKRAM

CARPET FITTING SERVICES

supplied and fitted or fitting only Adaptions, re-stretching.

30 years experience, fully insured.

Professional, reliable service, free estimates, underlay and extras supplied.

No job too small.

Tel: 01295-812424 / Mob: 0779-2291573

Mosaic Swimming Pools & Spa Ltd. Specialists in Bespoke Design Indoor & Outdoor Swimming Pools & Spas We also offer:

Hot Tub & Pool Servicing

Full Hot Tub Service

£175 Full Pool Service £72 (All inclusive)

For your Plastering and Tiling Needs

No Job too Small Free No Oblication Quote Prompt, Reliable and Friendly Service Please contact Dave Mob: 07753 958 567 Home: 01280 840483

S PI C E R S C O M B E B A R N Self Catering Holiday Accomodation www.spicerscombebarn.co.uk

❚ 4 bedrooms - 2 doubles, 1 twin and 1 bunk bed ❚ Family Bathroom and Shower Room ❚ Wash Room with washing machine, tumble dryer, iron and board ❚ 50ft Open Plan Living Area with wood burning stove ❚ Fully Equipped Kitchen ❚ Dining Area

For availability and booking please phone Kate Burgess on

01280 822766

www.mosaicswimmingpools.co.uk

KINGSBRIDGE DEVON Spicerscombe Barn is situated in a quiet location 3 miles from the small town of Modbury.

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Live Music Event at The Greyhound, Brackley

The Greyhound on the High Street, Brackley will be holding an evening of live entertainment on Saturday 1st October featuring Calico Blue, Harry Payne and Acoustic Journey, starting at 8pm. A licensed bar and great food will also be available.

The event is being held to raise funds for and awareness of C.A.F.E. (Creative Activities for the Elderly) a Brackley-based charity providing art and craft activities and music concerts for the elderly in local care homes and sheltered housing.

The owner of the Greyhound, Jan Butters has organised the event in liaison with C.A.F.E. and very generously provided the venue free of charge. The artists are also performing free of charge. C.A.F.E. is very grateful to them for their help and support. Tickets are only ÂŁ5 each and are available from The Greyhound from mid-July

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C.A.F.E. is always seeking more volunteers to help provide creative activities for the elderly either on a regular or occasional basis, so if you think you could help, please go to www.cafecharity.org.uk for more details.

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There will also be some furious off road action and an opportunity for kids aged 5-9 to ‘have a go’ on quad bikes in a safe environment.

Bring your full driving licence and you may get the chance to ride a range of machines including Ducatis, and Royal Enfield machines. Young people aged 13+ are offered the opportunity to sample the Rookie Rides Experience run by Silverstone.

This wonderful event is designed to appeal to all ages and there will certainly be something for everyone at this Festival. With a fairground, displays and parades, trade and exhibitors, and lots to eat and drink, everyone will be entertained.

2011 has so far been a fantastic year for community events in Brackley and the Brackley Festival of Motorcycling is bound to be another great success – enjoy!

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Free and Cheap Days Out in local area The school holiday brings the same old problem – how to keep the kids entertained without blowing the budget. Here are a few places to try that won’t break the bank.

Stanwick Lakes (NN9 6GY) is a fabulous day out!

It boasts a huge wooden adventure playground (with waterplay so take a few changes of clothes), a full size assault course, an adventure trail, and lots of foot and cycle paths (so take bikes or scooters). Cost: Free but there is a £3 car parking charge.

Salcey Forest (NN7 2HX) is a wonderful place for exploring woodland.

Kids love to climb the trees and enjoy the treetop walk. Print out children’s activities from the Woodland Trust’s

Limes Farm Shop & Tearoom in Farthinghoe

website www.naturedetectives.org.uk/summer to add new interest if you visit more than once. Cost: Free but £3 per day to park.

Other local ‘green’ areas to explore include Stoke Bruerne (budget for a boat ride though), Limes Farm (www.limesfarm.com) , Daventry Country Park, Farthinghoe Nature Reserve, and Willen Lake.

Your local library will run fun events and reading challenges for children.

These activities are generally free or a very low cost so worth checking out.

Take a trip to a museum in Oxford. Pitt Rivers (OX1 3PW) is free and

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the kids love looking at the bugs and archaeological finds. There are free family activities during the holidays – see www.prm.ox.ac.uk for details. There is no parking near the museum so take a Park and Ride bus into Oxford – the kids love this!

Make use of your Tesco Clubcard vouchers to pay for some big days out. You can swap the vouchers for tickets to many attractions including Warwick Castle, Wicksteed Park, and Thinktank in Birmingham. See www.tesco.com for a full list.

Look out for ‘Movies for Juniors’ at local cinemas.

Most of these cost £1 per ticket so the kids get the full movie experience at a much lower cost.

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Brackley Baby Fayre Mums Making It Happen !

Bump, Baby and Beyond is the brainchild of Helen Brawn from Brackley. Helen, mum of two, came up with the idea shortly after becoming an Independent Usborne Books Representative.

Helen explains, “ I have always wanted to be involved some how in giving parents-to-be and parents the support and information they need to make the transition to parenthood as easy as possible, by doing this fayre hopefully I am helping to make that happen.”

Its not just an information fayre there will be companies there selling their products and services.

Among others, Divine Therapy will be giving mini taster sessions/demonstrations and advise on baby massage and David Dingvean (Photographer) will also be there offering photo shoots and prints that can be taken home on the day.

The fayre will be held at Brackley Leisure Centre, Springfield Way, where there will also be a soft play area for the little ones, a café to sit, relax and refresh at, and plenty of buggy friendly space so you can take time to browse the stands and exhibitions.

The aim of the fayre is to bring local people in touch with local services and businesses, and also to encourage the continued growth of Brackley high street and its community spirit.

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Bump, Baby and Beyond Sunday 18th September 2011 at Brackley Leisure Centre from 11am-4pm.

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Toy Story 3 & Rocky Horror Come To Stowe Set among the lakes, lawns and temples this summer, Stowe Landscape Gardens in Buckinghamshire will be hosting two nights of open air cinema.

Dust down the rug, bring a picnic and enjoy two nights of great films set in this beautiful National Trust location, over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Rocky Horror Picture Show will give you the perfect opportunity to have a great time with your friends.

On Saturday 27 August, watch as a newly engaged couple have a breakdown in an isolated area and must pay a call to the bizarre residence of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.

For a family night of fun and adventure, Stowe will be showing Toy Story 3 on Sunday 28 August. Join Woody, Buzz and friends as they are lost and forgotten before trying to find their old owner, Andy, once again.

There will be free Disney giveaways, competitions and a children’s entertainer to add to the spirit of the night.

Tickets are now on sale. To order yours, phone the ticket hotline on 0844 249 1895. Tickets are available to buy online from the Stowe pages of the National Trust website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowegardens.

Tickets are also available from the reception desk at Stowe Landscape Gardens. If booked in advance, tickets cost £10 per adult, £5 per child or a family ticket is available costing £25 for 2 adults and 3 children. If you bring a group of 20 people or more a 15% discount is available. To get you in the movie spirit a popcorn and pick ‘n’ mix stall will be available, along with a bar and hot food.

The gates open at 7.30pm for you to settle down and start enjoying your picnic. The film will start at 8.30pm once darkness has fallen.

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Written by Chris Swallow Swallows Nursery 01280 847721 Berberis ‘Rose Glow‘

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The Garden in August & September Clematis ‘Royal Velour’ has sumptuous velvety-purple flowers in profusion in late summer.

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Written by Chris Swallow Swallows Nursery 01280 847721

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The Garden in August & September WIN! A SWALLOWS NURSERY Gift Voucher worth ÂŁ20!

We are offering one lucky reader a chance to win a Swallows Nursery of Mixbury Gift Voucher for nursery grown plants! To enter, simply answer the following question: Can you identify the plant in the picture?

Clue: Check the leaf arrangement on the shoots, and where are the butterflies?

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Community What’s On FREE LISTINGS Every Tuesday Sean Eireann McMahon Academy of Irish Dancing Classes Tuesdays 4.30pm – 6.30pm Brackley Bowling Club Westminster Road off Buckingham Road Brackley, Northants NN13 7EB Boys & Girls from age 3.

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Call Jackie after 4pm on 07739632840 or Rose 07976914686 Dance School Stepbystep Ballroom and Latin Dancing with Andrzej Mialkowski CHILDREN: 5.00pm - 5.50pm Beginners ADULTS: 7.00pm - 7.50pm Beginners Town Hall, Brackley, Northants NN13 7AB Every Saturday CHILDREN: 10.00am - 10.50am W I Hall, Manor Road, Brackley Northants NN13 6AJ Call Mel on 07759482522 or 01604 239755

Wednesday 28th (5-9pm) & Thursday 29th (9am-4pm) September Charity Shopping Extravaganza The Atrium, Whittlebury Park In aid of Northamptonshire Macmillan Cancer Support, Helen & Douglas House Hospice for children and young adults and St John Ambulance Approximately 60 stalls selling all sorts of things not found on the High Street. The perfect place to do some early Christmas shopping. All welcome refreshments available; entry £5 For more information contact Hilary Walton 01280 851126 Saturday 6th August Brackley Library from 9:00 am Children’s Summer Reading Challenge

Every Wednesday & Sunday Evening Mixed Club Sessions Brackley Tennis Club, Westminster Road, Off Buckingham Road, Brackey.

Di Gamble 01280 702571 Tony Worthington 01280 703049 Friday 29th July FIM SUPERBIKE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP Silverstone Circuit Book your tickets now to guarantee your place With so many British riders on the grid, expectations will be high following two all British podiums at the event in 2010.

Runs throughout the summer holiday. Tudor Rose Garden aka American Garden (behind Normandy Lodge)2.30-5.00pm Teddy Bears Picnic

-AUGUSTFriday 5th August Town Hall 10.00-12.00pm coffee morning Piazza 8.00-2.00pm Market WI Hall 8.45-11.30am Country Market

Tuesday 9th August Brackley Library 10:30 – 11:30am Stick Puppets Children’s craft session. £1 per child please book and pay in advance.

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