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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 Brackley Photographic EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS Chris Swallow, Donna Jones, Evan Hand Harvey Sharman, Caroline Deakin, Jill Kemp NEXT MONTH’S ISSUE COPY DATE 19th October 2011

Deals For Great Causes 7 “Great In Brackley”Peel2save

13 “Anger” Donna Jones The Date” 14 “Save Brackley Wedding Fair You Need A Little Extra 17 “Do Help To Stay At Home?”

Caroline Deakin Rock Choir Needs 20 “Brackley YOU!” Flue Is A Safe Flue” 22 “AEvanClean Hands

26 “Phone Bill Hoax Calls ” 28 “New Shop For Brackley!”

Regarding Internet 31 “Reports Providers” Harvey Sharman

32 “ Cut Childcare Costs” 34 “Brackley’s Got Talent 2011” 36 “Brackley Ladies Circle”

OCTOBER 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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and there’s yet more to come, notably the first

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Fair on 30th October and Brackley’s Got Talent competition on 12th November.

Please come out to support these local events.

A LOT of hard work goes on behind the scenes.

Of course, many of our local retailers are beginning to gear up for Christmas. This has been a difficult year for many but you can help... before shopping on the Internet or to the larger shopping centres, consider what you might find closer to home.

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Peel2Save is a brilliant new fundraising card, launched in the summer of 2011, that's taking the UK by storm.

Brackley residents, Trevor and Lyn Hunt, are producing individual Peel2Save cards for Brackley, Buckingham and Towcester. Each card contains 64 peel-off discount coupons for use with fabulous local businesses. This credit-card sized local discount card fits neatly into your wallet or purse so is always available when you need it.

A Peel2Save card costs £10 but typically contains over £300 worth of discounts. Every card is sold in aid of/for local good causes in Brackley. Everything from schools, churches, sports clubs, hospices and other charities are benefiting from Peel2Save.

To find out where you can buy your Peel2Save discount card or to find out more about how Peel2Save can help either your business or charity, contact Trevor or Lyn on 07947 828 101 or follow Peel2Save Brackley on Facebook.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Anger Anger is a result of thinking that we have been unfairly treated or disrespected, or that others have broken or fallen short of our rules, standards or expectations, and we won't stand for it.

Thinking this way leads us to feel angry, which stimulates the body's adrenaline response which is our body's way of helping us to cope with either fighting, or running away ('fight or flight' response). We respond to those thoughts and feelings, by acting, or feeling an urge to act, in threatening or aggressive ways.

Thoughts that often occur: I'm being treated unfairly I'm being disrespected They're breaking a rule or standard I won't stand for it

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Identify your triggers What or when are the times when you are more likely to get angry? If you can see the patterns, then maybe you can do something about those situations, and do something different.

Behind the wheel?

At work?

When stressed?

With certain people?

When you've been drinking or using other substances?

Ways to help calm anger Is there another way of dealing with this? What would be the most helpful and effective action to take? (for me, for the situation, for the other person)

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HEALTH & BEAUTY Visualise yourself dealing with the situation in a calm, non-aggressive but assertive way, respecting the rights and opinions of all others involved.

Counteract the body's adrenaline response - it's readiness for action, by using that energy healthily.

Practice calming or mindful breathing – breathe slowly in for four seconds out for five seconds.

This one act alone will help reduce the physical sensations, emotions and intensity of thoughts.

Go for a walk, run or cycle, or maybe do some gardening or housework.

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HEALTH & BEAUTY is the perfect job for her. Hard working and naturally organised, Amy has a good eye for new ideas and has skillfully brought together a wide range of local businesses for this first wedding fair in Brackley.

She has been ably assisted by James Butler of Brackley Wines.

SAVE THE DATE! The first Brackley Wedding Fair takes place on Sunday 30th October between 11am and 4pm at Brackley’s Leisure Centre.

The fair aims to bring together locally based businesses giving them the opportunity to exhibit their fantastic wedding based products and services in their home town. In attendance will be exhibitors to provide all a happy couple need to create their dream wedding day, including bridal wear, wedding cakes, entertainment, florists, photographers, transport and many more! A full list of confirmed exhibitors can be found on the Brackley Wedding Fair website www.brackleywines.co.uk and then follow link for weddings.

The Brackley Wedding Fair is the idea of local resident, Amy Loft. Having previously worked for an Events Company, Amy knows that wedding planning

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With plenty of parking, free admission and the chance to relax with a reception drink in a charming atmosphere, the Brackley Wedding Fair should not be missed!

For exhibitor information or general information please contact Amy at weddings@brackleywines.co.uk or 07896 709771

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Do you need a little extra help to stay at home?

Are you worried about parents or loved ones and would like someone to pop in on them and help them out?

If so, then possibly Caroline could be your answer. She has been a registered nurse for 18 years. She has worked on a variety of hospital wards as well as a practice nurse and community nurse. She is both personable and cheerful and has an excellent understanding of the needs of those people wishing to remain living in their own homes and maintaining their independance. She consistently offers high quality care, where the client can be secure in the knowledge that she is both honest and trustworthy. Bound by nursing regulations, all work is confidential and nothing is discussed without prior permission.

She is flexible and open minded when it comes to work.

She will work hard for the complete time she is

booked for, dedicating 100% of the visit to the client. She is not only able to carry out a complete range of personal care requirements, but also check medications, housekeeping, companionship, trips out, assist and even sit in on doctor's appointments, should that be the wish of the client.

Her focus is always wholly on her current client, meeting their needs, building positive relationships and ensuring trust.

This is a real service from a committed individual.

If you would like to discuss your family requirements please give her a call on 01295 711986 or email her on carolinedeakin@hotmail.com or visit her website www.carolinedeakin.co.uk

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Joanne Oliver H.NH.Ir

Experienced Herbalist & Intuitive Healer

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Treating The Individual...

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The Big Pink Plunk on the 23rd October Charity Against Breast Cancer is asking you to commit to the challenge of your life in support of the vital research work they are undertaking into the secondary spread of breast cancer. Many of you will know someone close to you who has faced the disease, or you may have been diagnosed yourself.

The Big Pink Plunge offers you the opportunity to take part in a skydive, with full training provided by qualifed instructors. No prior experience is required, just a taste for adventure and the knowledge that the sponsorship raised by your jump will be used to understand more about a disease that will affect 1 in 8 women in the UK as well as over 300 men a year. With your help we’re aiming to raise over £5,000!

The skydive is taking place at Brackley Airfield on 23rd October 2011 but if this is tricky for you, another time and venue can be organised so you needn’t miss out on an exhilarating personal experience.

Jeanne Chattoe, a Trustee of Against Breast Cancer and someone who has experienced breast cancer first hand and lost a sister to the disease said “The charity’s research team at the University of Westminster is working hard to understand how an individual reacts to the disease, not only at a cellular level but also whether diet and lifestyle factors play a significant part in the progression of breast cancer to secondary stage.”

For further information or to register now, please contact the Events Team on 01235 534211, email events@againstbreastcancer.org.uk or visit www.againstbreastcancer.org.uk/bigpinkplunge.

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Recently established Brackley Rock Choir is looking for new members and that could be you!

You might never have sung in public before... you might not be able to read music... but if you do love to sing pop, motown, and gospel songs, the Rock Choir will be right up your street.

Suitable for all levels of experience, Brackley Rock Choir sessions are held weekly on Thursdays from 8-9.30pm at Southfield School in Brackley. You can try out Rock Choir before joining by attending one of the usual sessions for free and without obligation. There is no audition and no requirement to read music.

If you decide to join Brackley Rock Choir after your free session, the fees are £100 per term.

To book your free taster session, visit www.rockchoir.com or phone 01252 714276. Go on - what have you got to lose?!

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A CLEAN FLUE IS A SAFE FLUE

With the winter approaching, many of us will be turning up the heating and lighting the fire or stove for that extra bit of comfort.

Last year Northamptonshire District Fire and Rescue Service attended 123 chimney fires with 16 of these being dealt with by our nearest stations.* Some of the affected home owners had to be taken to hospital or treated on site for smoke inhalation and other injuries. The cost of redecorating or even repairing your home after such an event can run into thousands of pounds.

Don’t Panic though! The aim of this article is not to worry you, but to let you know that over ninety percent of chimney fires can easily be prevented by simply making sure your chimney is swept properly and regularly.

Flues which have a gas fire vented into them should also be kept clean and clear of dust and spiders’ webs to avoid fumes and carbon monoxide becoming a problem.

This is the average amount of nesting material removed from a blocked chimney after a pair of jackdaws breeding for one season.

This amount normally blocks a chimney from about six feet down from the chimney pot into the flue.

The nest blocks the exit of smoke and carbon monoxide from the flue and causes chimney fires or smoke ingress to living quarters.

All professional bodies concerned with fires or chimneys recommend the following sweeping regime, Smokeless fuel on open fire or stove - Once a year Bituminous coal / logs on open fire - Twice a year Wood burning stoves - Quarterly when in use Gas fires / oil fired appliances - Once a year or recommended manufactures advice

Chimney sweeping is no longer the messy job it once was in Victorian times. A good sweep tidies up after himself and generally only leaves behind a clean and more importantly a safe flue. Don’t be vulnerable this winter, don’t become a Fire Brigade statistic or spend time, money and effort redecorating, give yourself peace of mind by getting your chimney swept.

This picture shows cracking in chimney pots and capping plinth.

The cracks allow rain into the stack which can cause damp if not rectified. In winter months this rain freezes forcing open the cracks causing the pots and stack to become unstable and to possibly collapse or pots to fall off.

This picture shows a Flue Access plate and gas flue blocked by spiders’ webs and twigs. Even though gas fires produce little or no soot they still require sweeping to prevent the above from happening. This gas fire was emitting carbon monoxide into the living room of an elderly couple.

Fortunately they had a suitable carbon monoxide alarm that warned them of the danger and had their fire serviced. The Gas Safe Engineer who attended the arranged for their chimney to be swept during his servicing of the fire.

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A complete smoked / mummified jackdaw removed from a partial blockage following a chimney fire.

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Phone Bill Hoax Calls Please pass on to friends and family I received a call from a 'representative' of BT, informing me that he was dis-connecting me because of an unpaid bill. He demanded payment immediately of ÂŁ31.00 or it would be ÂŁ118.00 to re-connect at a later date.. The guy wasn't even fazed when I told him I was with Virgin Media, allegedly VM have to pay BT a percentage for line rental! I asked the caller's name - he gave me the very 'English' John Peacock with a very 'African' accent - & phone number - 0800 0800 152.

Obviously the fellow realized I didn't believe his story, so offered to demonstrate that he was from BT. I asked how & he told me to hang up & try phoning someone - he would dis-connect my phone to prevent this. AND HE DID !! My phone was dead - no engaged tone, nothing - until he phoned me again. Very pleased with himself, he asked if that was enough proof that he was with BT. I asked how the payment was to be made and he said credit card, there and then. I said that I didn't know how he'd done it, but I had absolutely no intention of paying him, I didn't believe his name or that he worked for BT.

He hung up. I dialled 1471 - number withheld, I phoned his fictitious 0800 number - not recognized., so I phoned the police to let them know. I wasn't the first! It's only just started apparently, but it is escalating. Their advice was to let as many people as possible know of this scam. The fact that the phone does go off would probably convince some people it's real, so please make as many friends & family aware of this.

How is it done? This is good but not that clever.

He gave the wrong number - it should have been 0800 800 152 which takes you through to BT Business. The cutting off of the line is very simple, he stays on the line with the mute button on and you can't dial out - but he can hear you trying (This is because the person who initiates a call is the one to terminate it). When you stop trying he cuts off and immediately calls back.

You could almost be convinced!

The sad thing is that it is so simple that it will certainly fool the elderly and vulnerable. By the way this is not about getting the cash as this would not get past merchant services - it is all about getting the credit card details which include the security number so that it can be used for far larger purchases.

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New shop for Brackley There’s more good news for Brackley’s High Street as Soap and Candle Shack recently opened its doors in the Courtyard Mews, Brackley.

Selling a wonderful range of exclusive handmade candles, soaps, bathbombs and accessories, Soap and Candle Shack is the perfect place to pick up a gorgeous gift or a well-deserved treat just for you. The shop is owned and run by Brackley resident, Nicola Schafer, who makes all the candles and soaps herself using natural ingredients and sells them at incredibly sensible prices.

Look out for Nicola’s special offer on ‘fragrance of the month’ candles and consider the very eco and purse friendly candle jar refill service. If Soap and Candle Shack don’t stock exactly what you require, Nicola can create a special candle or soap just for you.

Open Monday to Saturday, a visit to the Soap and Candle Shack is a must!

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Reports Regarding Internet Service Providers There are some reports regarding Internet Service Providers to police the internet web contents. Parliamentary groups are asking ISP’s to introduce a system to administer adult contents on home computers by using age authentication. There are some points I feel we should include with this current item.

Schools have a broadband filtering system that is extremely effective for safe browsing.

School pupils and students can connect to this proxy network via their school management if they need to utilize the internet at home. Many other ISP’s will provide adequate parental control management although it is down to the parent’s responsibility to regulate the activities. What I also would like to point out that there is several effective free applications and plug-ins for browsers like Firefox to filter web contents including OpenDNS which is on the same principle as school web filtration.

This is one of my research and development programmes.

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Cut Childcare Costs!

Anyone who pays for childcare will know just how big a chunk of a monthly salary it can eat up. But many parents still don’t know about Childcare Vouchers – these can help you to make significant savings on childcare costs.

These special vouchers are a government scheme that allows you to pay for childcare from your pretax salary. In most cases, part of your salary is paid in childcare vouchers which are not taxed. The vouchers can be used to pay for childcare for children up to the age of 15 and are valid for any

nursery, playgroup, after school clubs, and childminders etc who are registered and regulated. The scheme is operated through employers and many companies in this area take part.

Any parent or person with parental responsibility is eligible for the childcare vouchers but to get them your employer must run a scheme.

Check with your employer first but if they are not registered, you can explain the mutual benefits (the scheme costs a company nothing to run and actually saves them money as NI is not paid on the vouchers). Both parents are eligible for the scheme and can combine vouchers if necessary.

Beware that taking childcare vouchers can greatly impact tax credits and so can leave you worse off.

Check out www.moneysavingexpert.com or a local financial advisor to help you make an informed choice.

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Brackley’s Got Talent, the town’s very own version of the TV talent competition Britain’s Got Talent, makes a welcome return on Saturday 12th November. Now in its fifth year, the competition gives the people of Brackley and the surrounding area the chance to show off their many talents, whether they are singers, dancers, acrobats, musicians, comedians, or magicians. Brackley’s Got Talent 2011 is being organised by local businesswoman, Melanie Jayne Coates, to raise money for local charities SDR4Seb and Charlotte Tomkinson's "Gypsy" Album (to raise money for Emma's Trust). The ever popular Dale Collins will return as host for the evening.

There’s still time to enter the competition – individuals, duets, and small groups (up to 6 members) of all ages are welcome.

Contact Melanie on 01280 700790 for more information.

Tickets will be available from mid October.

Look out for further details!

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Brackley Ladies Circle When you first hear the words ‘Ladies Circle’ do you think of cake baking, jam making, a knitting circle?

Well think again!!

If you want to expand your social life and give something back to your community then the Ladies Circle is just what you’re looking for.

Ladies Circle is a fantastic club for ladies aged between 18 and 45 who want to make new friends, have lots of fun and do some fund raising along the way. The Brackley Ladies Circle has been recently set up and meets twice a month for social activities.

Recent events have included a brewery tour, a burlesque master class, meals out and theatre trips.

There’s something for everyone!

As well as socialising, Brackley Ladies Circle will be fundraising for local charities and supporting the national charity, Cancer Research UK. There are lots of Circle events coming up so give it a try. For more info contact Natalie Whiting, at Natalie.Whiting@vodafone.com or Jacky Gosher at Jacky.Gosher@Barchester.com

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PAINTING & DECORATING Interior, Exterior, Paper Hanging, Artexing, etc, 20 Years Experience Tel: Andy Browning – 01280 841011 or Mobile: 07778 128 898 FREE ESTIMATES – All work Guaranteed Brackley and surrounding areas

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EAT@23 is a delicatessen and bistro set in the quaint market town of Brackley, Northamptonshire. Based in the heart of the town EAT@23 offers customers a tasty alternative to the usual pubs and restaurants of the area. The DELI@23 offering a wide selection of meats, cheeses, coleslaws and olives together with freshly-prepared handmade sandwiches, homemade sausage rolls, delicious seasonal quiches, soups, fresh breads and homemade chutneys has already become a firm lunchtime favourite within town. The DELI@23 also accomodates for those of you who are up a little earlier, with options of a light continental, bacon and sausage baps and hearty full English's on the menu. Fresh juices, teas, coffees and pastries are also available, it's the perfect place for a cup of tea and a quiet read. Recently joined by a new head chef the restaurant now offers a new autumn menu which is bound to enthuse all dinner guests with mouthwatering dishes and innovative taste combinations. Well-prepared for any occasion EAT@23 is able to cater for a variety of events both large and small – and even

holds a few of its own with the popular Music and Tapas nights held every other Thursday evening. For just £5 diners can enjoy live entertainment from local musicians with an assortment of tapas plates available from £4 each. EAT@23 can be hired for private functions and with no hire cost, all diners need to worry about is what dish to choose from the menu.

EAT@23 has recently been closed due to changes being made; apologies to anyone this may have inconvenienced but please be assured our opening hours will be back on track very soon, so bear with us and please don't forget about us!!

For more information or to book call 01280 705757.

“The Realm Guest House” Turweston Road, Brackley Offering:

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

Bloomin’ lovely There are plenty of late flowering plants looking stunning at the moment, with frosts holding off and warm sunshine to enhance the flowers. In fact some blooms actually look better in autumn when the hottest sunshine (which can fade petals) has passed.

For example the shrubby Potentillas are looking particularly good, with flowers in all shades from white through creams, yellows, orange, red, and pinks. Japanese anemones are flowering profusely as are many of the late-flowering herbaceous perennials.

Seedy grasses More popular in recent years are the ornamental grasses now available in a fantastic variety of species and forms.

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The Garden in October Many really come into their own at this time of the year, as the late colours intensify and dainty seed heads sway in the lightest breeze. Try planting in poor soil, maybe through shingle, such as the fun Stipa ‘Pony Tails’ with their cute floppy seed heads. A real show-off is a form of the elephant grass Miscanthus ‘Flamingo’. Give this one a little space and drool over it’s fine foliage and iridescent silvery pink seed heads.

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Written by Chris Swallow Swallows Nursery 01280 847721

Jobs in the garden It’s time to plant up containers for winter colour. As well as the usual range of bedding, such as pansies, primulas, etc., try adding some evergreen shrubs.

Euonymus varieties take on great winter hues, and there are many others particularly variegated subjects such as Box, Aucuba (golden leafed forms) Tidying up perennials is now due (do leave attractive seed heads and stems). Old clumps can be rejuvenated by lifting and dividing and replanting.

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The Garden in October 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: Which of the following apple varieties would make a good planting partner for a Cox's Orange Pippin tree?

A Egremont Russet B James Grieve C Worcester Pearmain

Post your answer together with your name and address to: Swallows Nursery, Mixbury, Nr Brackley.

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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

Wednesday 5th October TOWCESTER RACECOURSE 2.20pm - 5.20pm Admission - FREE Call 01327 353414

Brackley Bowling Club Westminster Road off Buckingham Road Brackley, Northants NN13 7EB Boys & Girls from age 3.

All levels welcome.

Call Jackie after 4pm on 07739632840 or Rose 07976914686

Monday 10th October WI Hall, Manor Road, Brackley 7.30pmBrackley WI Annual Meeting & Craft Fair President… Margaret Barrington 01280 841782 Advisor …Anne Seckington 01280 704290

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

Tuesday 11th October St.James's Park 7.30pm Brackley Town v Redditch Thursday 13th October LIVE music &Tapas at 23 Saturday 15th October St.James's Park 3.00pm Brackley Town v Hitchin Town Friday 21st October 2011 Brackley and District Wildlife Trust, Brackley Town Hall Coffee Morning 10am-12 noon Cakes, preserves, books, brica brac, raffle.

For more details call Alice Adams on 01280 701983 Sunday 23rd October The Big Pink Plunge Brackley Airfield Contact the Events Team on 01235 534211 Monday 24th October 2011 Brackley and District Wildlife Trust, “The Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust - Now and in the Future”.

Illustrated talk by Kevin Peberdy, Director of Centre Developments Meetings start at 7.30pm in the Methodist Church Hall, corner of Hill St and High St, Brackley.

Admission £2.

For more information contact Alice Adams, 01280 701983 Thursday 27th October LIVE music &Tapas at 23 Sunday 30th October Brackley Wedding Fair Brackley Leisure Centre 11am - 4pm

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 30th September Wine Quiz at the Coffee House, includes interactive wine tasting & canopies.

Tickets available from the courtyard coffee house 7.30pm till late.

Monday 3rd October Red Lion Brackley 8.00pm Rare Breeds Survival Trust Talk on RBST For more details ring Carrie 01327 857195 All Welcome

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Brackley Local Handy Numbers Beachborough School 01280 700 071 Boots the Chemist 01280 702213 Bracken Leas Primary School 01280 707050 Brackley C Of E Junior School 01280 707 060 Brackley Cottage Hospital 01280 702388 Brackley Health Centre 01280 703460 Brackley Library 01280 703455 Brackley Leisure Centre 01280 701787 Brackley Swimming Pool 01280 704906 Brackley Town Council 01280 702441 Car Share 01280 841099 Connexions South Northants 0800 731319 Croughton All Saints Cofe Primary 01869 810727 Croughton Pre-school 01869 811968 Farthinghoe Primary School 01295 710406 Helmdons Acorns Pre-School 01295 768327 Helmdon Primary School 01295 768126 Horton A & E 01295 275500 Horton Treatment Centre 01295 755000 Job Centre 0845 6060234 John Radcliffe Hospital 01865 741166 Lakefield Nursery 01280 701587 Little Fishes Pre-school 01280 705295 Little Oaks Pre-school 01280 840201 NHS Direct 0845 46 47

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Northants Fire Service 01604 797000 Police 03000 111 222 Post Office 01280 841676 Puddleducks Day Nursery 01869 811222 Lakefield Nursery School 01280 701 587 Lark Rise Pharmacy 01280 700222 Little Fishes Pre-school 01280705295 owick Pharmacy 01280 700935 Magdalen College School 01280 846 300 Northampton General Hospital 01604 634700 Reg. of Births, Deaths & Marriages 01327 350774 Snvb 01280 841250 Southfield Primary School 01280 709792 Springfield Surgery 01280 703431 / 01280 704122 St James Pre-school Playgroup 07976909005 Stepping Stones Pre-school 07751597251 Sure Start 01280 841674 Syresham Playgroup 01280 850269 The House At Pooh Corner Ltd 01280 704422 Tiddlywinks Nursery School 01280 705244 Washington House Surgery 01280 702436 Waynflete Infant School 01280 702 270 Winchester House School 01280 702 483 Winchester House School Pre-prep 01280 703070

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