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Editors’ Letter Welcome to the March / April issue of Chiltern View Thame magazine. We are feeling optimistic here at Chiltern View headquarters because although the weather outside our windows is cold and grey, we have definitely got that ‘Spring’ feeling. We decided on these lovely bright and sunny front covers that truly represent this time of year and cheer us all up. It’s a time of new beginnings, particularly in our gardens, with leaves turning green, shrubs starting to bloom and spring flowers poking their heads up. There’s still time to realise those ‘New Year’ resolutions and perhaps join a new club or take up a new sport? How about the Thame Flower Club, Thame Squash Club or going along to Thame Players to join in or watch one of their many excellent shows coming up? Once the weather starts to improve, why not enjoy one of the beautiful Walks in The Chilterns (p30) and don’t forget Mother’s Day (March 26th); what about an alternative gift of a book this year? (p20), a refreshing change from flowers or chocolates! It is definitely a time for renewal, new plans for holidays, homes and gardens and here at Chiltern View we strive hard to help with those plans. We have many advertisers, with a wide range of skills and products – but all LOCAL – all here to help you realise your plans for renewal. Until the next time…
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Spring Shows
Lady Susan by Jane Austen adapted by Kathryn Attwood 7th to 11th March 2017 at 7.45pm Thame Players present
The story of Lady Susan, a selfish, Jane Austen's unscrupulous and scheming woman, highly attractive to men, but with the humorous touch only Jane Austen can apply. A superb play performed by Thame Players in celebration of the author’s untimely death 200 years ago.
Dare Devil Rides to Jarama Sun 26th March at 7,45pm
A moving account of why so many ordinary people made the extraordinary choice to leave family and livelihoods and fight in the brutal Spanish Civil War so far from home.
first book Based on Jane Austen's Attwood and adapted by Kathryn
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Elvis – The Concerts Fri 17th March at 7.45pm
Elvis Presley’s untimely death in 1977, robbed the World, of the man who was, and always will be…The King! Now re-live the memories, one more time! TCE productions are delighted to present, Elvis – The Concerts, a unique insight to Elvis, staged in support of Macmillan Cancer Support
Comedy @ The Players Robin Morgan and Glenn Moore Fri 24th March at 7,45pm
Robin Morgan: ‘Free Man’ The successful Fringe show from writer of Radio 4’s The News Quiz, The Now Show and Newsjack.
Glenn Moore: ‘Glengarry Glen Glen’
From critically acclaimed duo Thunderbards, Glenn Moore presents his fantastic debut Fringe show.
The Empty Stage Sat 1st April at 7.45pm
We welcome the return to The Players Theatre of Purple Dreams Theatre Company, this time with a murder thriller.
Swing, Swing, Swing Sat 8th April at 7.45pm
New Foxtrot Serenaders return for their annual visit to The Players Theatre. Another foot stomping musical treat.
Romeo and Juliet performed by Don’t Hate The Players Theatre Company Sat 15th April at 7.45pm Don’t Hate The Players Theatre Company present Shakespeare’s timeless tale of tragedy and forbidden love, brought to life with a chilling, post-apocalyptic twist.
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Recipe of the Month
thai Green curry serves 4, ready in 35 minutes
this classic curry is great for a mid-week family supper – it’s quick to make and tastes delicious! IngredIents:
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2. Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat and fry the onion for 5 minutes. Stir in the curry paste and cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the pepper and courgette and fry for a further minute. 3. Add the chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes until no longer pink, stirring all the time. Pour in the coconut milk and simmer gently for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked. Stir in the soy and fish sauces and lime juice. 4. Drain the rice and use a small heatproof cup or bowl to make four mounds of rice on warmed serving plates. Sprinkle the nigella seeds on top and spoon the curry on the side.
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Thame Youth Memorial was established to provide a space dedicated to those we lose too young, for the people of Thame and surrounding villages. It is somewhere that friends and family can meet or, be alone with their thoughts, in a safe, neutral environment. The project was funded through 4 years of fundraising and Community donations and was opened in September 2013. Since then, the Memorial garden has been a focal point for those affected by such loss and given comfort to many. 14
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What is your perfect idea of a holiday?
For some it is all about relaxation, whether that be a spa stay or lounging on a beach; for many of us holidays are the perfect opportunity to be a little more adventurous, explore new destinations, find out more about ourselves as well as meet new people. Spear Travels want to share with you a few ideas – offering you an alternative to the standard sunshine holiday. actiVe adVeNture taking you closer to your destination. Hiking, biking, multi-sport holidays including rock climbing and ziplining. These holidays are generally organised with small groups in mind. Each group has an expert to lead, with equipment provided so you don’t have to worry about transportation. These trips are perfect for those who are first timers or more experienced. One thing is for sure – you don’t have to be an elite endurance athlete to enjoy an Active Tour! classic tours small group travel done differently. Inbetween independent backpacking and organised group tours. Classic tours combine the support and security of group
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Spring Reads Wicked by Gregory Maguire
We all know what happened when Dorothy arrived in the Land of Oz courtesy of a cyclone. She killed the Wicked Witch of the East and magically acquired her ruby slippers. Helped by Glinda, the Good Witch of the North, she travelled to the Emerald City with three friends and asked the Wizard to send her back to Kansas. And of course, we know about her green enemy: The Wicked Witch of the West. But do we really know the rest of the story? What DID happen in Oz before this little girl from Kansas carelessly ‘dropped’ in? Wicked, is the story of the witches of Oz as imagined by Gregory Maguire. Familiar to many people these days through the hit West End musical of the same name, this novel is very different in tone to the musical with much more adult themes. It addresses politics, animal rights, outcasts, fate, friendships, and the philosophical question of what makes us bad: are people born wicked or do they become wicked purely by living up to people’s expectations of them? Elphaba Thropp was born with an unfortunate colour skin tone and right from the start felt rejected like an outcast. She feels as if she has no place in the world but all that is set to change when she arrives at Shiz University. Here she meets her total opposite, Glinda, and despite an initial hatred of each other they do become best friends. But where will that friendship take them? They are destined to follow separate paths: one of good and one of evil. The Good Witch and The Wicked Witch. It is how that happens and how they discover their true purpose and destiny that forms the heart of this immersive fantasy novel. Clearly Oz is not just for children. 20
Naughty Amelia Jane! by Enid Blyton
Some books never fail to entertain generation after generation and the Amelia Jane books by Enid Blyton are no exception. At some point in childhood we all wonder what would happen if our toys were alive. Well in this nursery they are. Amelia Jane is a big ragdoll and she is not just big, she is bad. And the other toys are generally scared of her. Hardly surprising when she does things like throwing pints of milk over other toys on a regular basis! These short chapters almost work as individual short stories which makes it a nice transition for readers to proper ‘chapter books’. Each chapter sees Amelia Jane getting into trouble and being naughty but ultimately learning a lesson: one that she seems destined to forget despite her protestations that she ‘will be good from now’. Lessons that demonstrate to the reader why it is important to be kind and considerate towards others. In the words of Enid Blyton: “I do somehow feel perfectly certain that she can’t be good for long.” By Willow Coby
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Tinnitus
A common symptom of many hearing and ear conditions is tinnitus. Tinnitus is the term meaning sounds or noises that come from inside your body or head rather than from an outside source. Tinnitus can often be more distressing than the actual condition that it is a symptom of. This was certainly the case for Nikki Magrath, who suffered sudden, devastating hearing loss over the course of a weekend. The tinnitus that was a symptom of the damage to the inner ear, was by far the worse element of the whole episode. Tinnitus is nearly always accompanied by hearing loss, and wearing hearing devices certainly seems to help manage the effect of the symptom whilst wearing them. Hearing aids enhance the sounds you want to hear, such as speech and general environmental noises, this in turn lessens the effect of the tinnitus.
What causes tinnitus?
There are many causes of tinnitus. The most common is damage to the inner ear - the cochlea. If there is damage somewhere in the auditory system the brain can try to fill the space with ‘noise’. Damage to the inner ear can occur from exposure to noise, such as going to a very loud music event or gun fire. Sometimes certain prescription drugs cause tinnitus as a side effect. If your outer ear is blocked with wax, this can sometimes make you very aware of tinnitus, as you are no longer hearing everyday environmental noises. Changes in blood flow such as high blood pressure can cause tinnitus and as a result the tinnitus can sometimes be an early warning sign of more serious conditions.
Tinnitus is a complex issue and there is no one miracle cure for the symptoms. The best approach is to offer a personalised support service, a safe place to talk and share Tinnitus is very closely linked to emotional frustrations whilst providing qualified information to help fully stress; it is certainly reported that when stress understand the condition and offer practical tactics and levels are high, tinnitus seems to be solutions that help lessen the negative impact on everyday exacerbated. The difficultly is that often it is the life. tinnitus itself that is causing the heightened A problem shared and better understood often goes a long stress levels, making it very difficult to cope way to help. Aston Hearing in Amersham offer monthly coffee with. Counselling can really help when tinnitus morning drop-in sessions, which are free of charge and open is having a significant impact on your mental to anyone who is interested. The sessions work well as often health and happiness. Cognitive Behavioural simply sharing experiences and recognising you are not the Therapy (CBT) is fast becoming a popular and only person that has the difficulty can help you cope much effective treatment for certain types of tinnitus. better on an on-going basis.
Aston Hearing - local, independent hearing specialists run monthly drop-in coffee mornings in Amersham and Thame to talk and chat informally about any hearing concern. Each month has a focus on a particular aspect. The next coffee morning is Tuesday 7th March 2017 - 10.00am to 12pm, Thame Town Hall, OX9 3DP and the focus will be on tinnitus or anything else ears and hearing. Call 01494 733840 to register interest or email nikki@astonhearing.co.uk for more information. www.astonhearing.co.uk To advertise here please call Steph on 07712 816336
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A Clearview Vision 8kW stove in a brick fireplace. This relaxed country living room is in a listed cottage in Cholsey, Oxfordshire. With many original features it was important to select a traditional style stove.
Ingeniously situated within LASSCO Three Pigeons at Milton Common and conveniently close to Junction 7 of the M40, the idea of showcasing their business within this lovely old building is brilliant. Both businesses complement each other, as what better way is there to view quality stoves in situ! There are 5 fireplaces around the pub where you can do just that and at the same time enjoy a warming coffee and a delicious slice of cake. There’s plenty of parking too! The stoves on display are produced by British and Scandinavian manufacturers and North Mill Stoves are able to offer a complete service from design advice all the way to chimney lining and full installation. They are a long-established family business, friendly and caring whilst maintaining
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An excellent service from beginning to end, Laura provided excellent advice on the stove itself and where it should be located, the electronic payment system helped with payment clarity, the installation service was first rate (clean, turned up on time and a quality job) and last but most importantly the product is awesome, a real statement. Thank you. Phil, Amersham Very friendly, helpful and informed. Excellent, clean and tidy installation. Brilliant product. Jane, Thame North Mill Road | Bledlow | Bucks HP27 9QP 9-5 Mon to Fri, Closed Tues AM LASSCO Three Pigeons | London Road Milton Common | Thame | Oxon OX9 2JW 9-5 Mon – Sat 01844 342400 | www.northmillstoves.co.uk
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Mother’s Day This year we celebrate Mother’s Day on 26 March. You may not realise, but Mother’s Day happens on the fourth Sunday of Lent and originally had religious traditions attached to it. In the sixteenth century, it was a celebration of the ‘mother church’ and people would return to the church in which they were baptised or where they attended as a child. Thus families would be reunited. This was known as going ‘a mothering' or Mothering Sunday. It was commonplace for the Lent fast which prohibited sweet, rich foods and meat to be lifted a little and for a Simnel cake to be shared. Years later, youngsters working as servants were given an annual day off to visit their mothers and would take gifts. This was called ‘Mothers Day.’ 26
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Walk Length: 7 mile circular walk Starting Point: Princes Risborough Library, Bell St, Princes Risborough HP27 0AA A 7 mile circular walk following sections of The Ridgeway National Trail and the Chiltern Way, through best of Chilterns scenery including wooded hills and nature reserves. You will pass some great rural pubs, a windmill and some far-reaching views. The walk starts gently along the Ridgeway National Trail, an ancient path widely recognized as England’s oldest road, dating back to the Neolithic Age. The route then leaves the Ridgeway and climbs up to Loosley Row, home to the Lacey Green Windmill, England’s oldest remaining ‘smock’ mill, so called due to its resemblance to an old fashioned farmer’s smock. The 17th century windmill was restored to working by The Chiltern Society and is open to the public at certain times. You can refuel at the Whip Inn, perched next to the Windmill or a little further on at the historic Pink & Lily pub, frequented by the famous First World War poet Rupert Brooke. From here on the route takes you through spectacular beech woodlands until you come out on open downland at Whiteleaf Hill. : The chalk hill-figure of
Whiteleaf Cross has dominated the local landscape for several centuries. Its full history is unknown but is thought to have been constructed by the Saxon king Edward the Elder to commemorate a battle. The Bronze Age burial mounds date back to c35002500 BC. There are several WWI practice trenches at the southern end of the site adjacent to The Ridgeway. From Whiteleaf Hill you can enjoy panoramic views over the Aylesbury Vale, before dropping back down to Princes Risborough. Refreshments: There are two pubs along the route, the Whip Inn (Lacey Green) and the Pink & Lily pub (Parslow’s Hillock) which make excellent stops-off. Alternatively there are pubs and cafes in Princes Risborough. A moderate walk on easy but sometimes muddy tracks and along quiet lanes. One easy climb. New for 2017, the Chilterns Walking Festival invites people to explore the landscapes, locations and legends of The Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The spring festival runs from 15th – 29th May, with an exciting programme of walks, talks and special events. Grab some comfy walking shoes and
Walker on The Ridgeway nr Chinnor choose from a programme of over 70 hikes, guided tours and special events. Take the train for a walk, take a boat for a walk – revisit old favourites and discover new ones, with daily events the choice is yours. For more information go to www. visitchilterns.co.uk/walkingfest or find us on Facebook at ChilternsWalkingFestival. Princes Risborough Ridgeway Circular Walk A 7 mile circular walk following sections of The Ridgeway National Trail and the Chiltern Way, through beautiful Chilterns scenery including wooded hills and nature reserves. You will pass some great rural pubs, a windmill and some far-reaching views. Length: 7 miles/ 11km Terrain: A moderate walk on easy but sometimes muddy tracks and along quiet lanes. One easy climb. Total ascent 220m / 720ft Start & finish: Princes Risborough Library, Bell St, Princes Risborough HP27 0AA Food & drink: The Whip Inn, Lacey Green and Pink and Lily, Pink Road. Cafés and pubs in Princes Risborough Maps: OS Explorer 181, Chiltern Society 3 and 7 Parking: Horns Lane Pay & Display Car Park, Horns lane, Princes Risborough HP27 0AW Local transport: There are various bus services to Princes Risborough including Bus 300 which runs Start/Finish between High Wycombe and Aylesbury all week. Princes Risborough PRINCES is also served by RISBOROUGH 1 mainline trains to London Marylebone, the Midlands and Bus stops Aylesbury. www.traveline.info
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Leptospirosis. – A potentially fatal disease. Leptospirosis is a lifethreatening disease affecting many animal species including dogs and humans. Organisms, similar to bacteria, called spirochetes, cause the disease and are carried in the kidneys of wildlife, such as mice and rats and pass out in their urine. The urine is infectious but the spirochete can survive in damp, muddy areas like riverbanks or wet farm tracks. Our dogs can become infected by walking and playing in these areas.
Signs include: sudden fever, stiffness, weakness, vomiting and diarrhoea, jaundice, haemorrhage and acute renal failure. As the disease progresses to affect the liver and kidneys, especially in vulnerable animals, such as the young or unvaccinated dogs, sadly, it can be fatal. Vaccinations over the last 30 years have been very successful in reducing the incidence of two main types of the disease in dogs (L.canicola and L.icterohaemorrhagiae). Recently, however, we have seen an increase in the European strains, L.grippotyphosa and L. pomona.
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Thame Chamber Choir 11th March 2017 at 7.30pm St Mary’s Church, Thame Choral Concert. “Crucifixus: Passionate music for Passiontide”. All welcome. Tickets from the Book House, Thame, or on the door.
unique. Everyone happy to discuss the creative processes and take commissions. More dates and venues to follow. www.sallyevansevents.co.uk Everyone welcome! Sally Evans 01844 273069
Thame Flower Club Thame Flower Club meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month for a floral demonstration at 2.00pm in Church House, Long Crendon. Tea is served at the end of the afternoon and all are welcome. On Wednesday 22nd March: Sharon Badger – ‘How does your garden grow?’ On Wednesday 19th April (Note change of date as the hall is in use the following week): Dawn Keitley – ‘Something old something new’. A very warm welcome to all. Margaret Fisher (manda@jafifsher.com)
OakFest'17 Saturday 10th June 2017 - 1.00pm until Midnight Oakley Church of England School, Oakley, Bucks HP18 9QY Music and Beer festival for all the family. Fabulous Live Bands, Beer Tent, Barbecue, Tea Tent, Bouncy Castle, Activities for Children. Tickets on sale from 14th March 2017. For full details please visit www.cuatoakfest.co.uk or ring 01844 238364
The Greatest Hits Choir – Easter Concert Date: Sunday April 2nd Time: 3.30pm Location: Thame Barns Centre Choir meets 8.00pm Thursdays during term time. New members always welcome. No need to read music. We sing a mixt x ure of pop, rock and show tunes. Audience: All welcome to our Easter concert r Contact: www.greatesthitschoir.co.uk Artists and Makers Fair 22nd April from 10am-4pm Thame Town Hall, OX9 3DP. 20 Brilliant artists/makers taking part in the 1st fair of 2017. 29th & 30th April from 10am 4pm Bradmoor Farm, Stanbridge Road, Haddenham. Buy direct from the talented craftspeople taking part in this two-day fair. Ceramics, glass, paintings, silverwork, textiles and photography etc. all affordable and
RISEX 2017 Model Railway Exhibition Club: Risborough & District Model Railway Club Venue Name: Stoke Mandeville Stadium, Stadium Approach, Aylesbury, Bucks, HP21 9PP Dates and Times: Saturday 27th May 10.30-5.30, Sunday 28th May 10.005.00 Many Model Railway Layouts from all over the country, as well as around 50 manufacturers, traders and societies. For full details see our website www w .railex.org.uk Contact David Lane, Tel: 01296 437475. Email: railexmanager@rdmrc.org.uk If you would like to share information about an event local to you, please email us at thameview@live.co.uk or call us on 07712 816336. Please try and keep your entry to a maximum of 50 words as this service is free of charge and we would really like to be able to fit everyone in!
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Thame & Wheatley Ramblers The Thame & Wheatley group of the Ramblers organise long and short walks throughout the year locally and in the Chilterns and Cotswolds. We also work to protect and improve the footpath network. More details are on the website www. ramblers-oxon.org.uk or phone 01844 213608. Thame Players Want You! Thame Players is a thriving amateur theatre group with over 200 members and friends, founded 70 years ago. We present a wide variety of quality productions from Shakespeare to pantomime, putting on five productions of our own every year, together with a range of visiting shows. Whether you wish to audition for a part, work backstage or help ‘front of house’ selling programmes, checking tickets or assisting on the bar, we need you! We rely on unpaid volunteers for all these roles. If you’re interested please call Tony Long on 07938 857291 or e-mail thameplayers@ gmail.com Lacey Green Windmill In 2017 the windmill will be open on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from Sunday 2nd April until Sunday 24th September from 2 pm to 5 pm. Admission is £2.50 per adult and £1 per child (aged 5-15). For further details about the windmill, including travel information, please see www.laceygreenwindmill.org.uk or telephone 01844 275871. For National Mills Weekend we will be open from 2 pm to 5 pm on Saturday 13th May, and from 11 am to 5 pm on Sunday 14th May. Thame Shed needs a Shed A Steering Group has met to plan the way forward and make Thame Shed a reality, a place where men and women who don’t now work, can engage in practical activity, sharing their skills in the companionship of others. Together with six other Thame residents, the group seek suitable premises within Thame which may even be in need of repair, and anyone who knows of a redundant site or wishes to know more about the concept, is requested to email on thameshed@gmail.com. For background information go to www.menssheds. org.uk
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Wycombe Shopmobility: Email - hw.shopmob.events@btconnect.com. 01494 472277. Thame Town Cricket Club We welcome players of all ages, abilities and both genders. The Junior section holds regular coaching from January to September with 14 ECB-qualified coaches. Website - www.thamecricket.org.uk / Call Andy on 07968-201152 / or email us on marketing@thamecricket.org.uk Thame National Women's Register Meet every two weeks for stimulating discussions on a wide range of topics. For more details, phone 01296 614699 or check the website www.nwr.org.uk Child Bereavement UK From festivals & golf days to marathons & more, Child Bereavement UK are looking for lots of lovely volunteers to help at a variety of upcoming events in 2017. For more information, please email ruth. sanger@childbereavementuk.org or call 01494 568 932. Child Bereavement UK supports families and educates professionals when a baby or child of any age dies or is dying or when a child is facing bereavement. www.childbereavementuk.org Charity No in England and Wales: 1040419 and Scotland: SCO42910 Red Kites Scooter Club We meet every Wednesday from 8.00 pm at The Falcon, 1 Thame Park Road, Thame, Oxfordshire OX9 3JA. We welcome anybody with an act c ive interest in scooters or the scooter scene. There's a wide range of scooter passion within the club; Vespa / Lambretta / Auto's and a diverse taste and interest in music, events, scooter sport, rallies and ride outs. For more about the club, call Sam at Red Kites SC HQ on 07799 637629. www.redkites-sc.co.uk Thame and District Lions club Meetings at the James Figg (Stable Function Room) on the first Wednesday of every month at 8.00pm. President Lion: John Savell. Contact Telephone: 01844 338078. The world’s largest service organisation. Serving the Community of Thame for 40 years. New members always welcome. Help your community. www.thameanddistrictlions.org.uk
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CHINNOR & PRINCES Y RISBOROUGH RAILWAY Enjoy a leisurely heritage train ride on an 8-mile round trip along the Chiltern foothills. Sit back, relax and enjoy the lovely scenery. Open from 26 March on every Sunday & Bank Holiday - see website for additional dates, book-ahead fares and timetables. We also offer delicious Cream Teas and Ploughman's Lunches on selected dates*. Free car parking, tea room and souvenir shop at Chinnor station.
What's on - Special Trains and Events 26 March - Mum travels FREE & receives posy of owers, Cream Teas* 14 to 17 April - Easter steam, FREE drinks Hot Cross buns & Chocco treats 29 April to 1 May - Teddy Bear Days, accompanied 3-15yrs with Teddy rides FREE Note: All dates with steam except 29 April *Advance booking required
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The Chilterns Art Group The Chilterns Art Group was formed 21 years ago by local amateur artists who enjoyed the company of people who drew and painted. The group meet every Monday evening from 7.00pm-9.30pm at St Mary's Church Hall, Princes Risborough (opposite the Church). Come and see us or call 01844 216882 for more information. Sew Patchwork We meet at the Memorial Hall Christchurch Thame every Thursday from 10am - 1pm. We are a very friendly hand sewing group of all abilities. Beginners welcome! If you’ve always thought you would like to do Patchwork then Come and join us. Contact Sue 01844212742 or email: four. freespirit@gmail.com Cuttle Brook Conservation Volunteers (CBCV) CBCV is a group of dedicated volunteers that helps to maintain the Cuttle Brook nature reserve in Thame. We have two work parties per month, on the third Sunday and the last Wednesday. We meet at 10.00am in the recreation ground car park. All tools are provided, plus refreshments. Work finishes around 1.00pm. Email: info@cuttlebrook.org.uk Website: www.cuttlebrook.org.uk Thame Hockey Club www.thamehockey.co.uk We welcome players of all abilities and run 6 adult teams training on a Wednesday or Thursday evening at Thame Leisure Centre, where we also run junior hockey training on a Saturday morning from 9am11am for ages 6 to 14. Our teams play at a variety of levels in the local league divisions. If you are interested in playing please contact the club secretary. Email: info@thamehockey.co.uk Thame Digital Camera Club Cross Keys Public House, Thame. Held on the 1st Monday of each month emailus@thamedigitalcameraclub.co.uk www.thamedigitalcameraclub.co.uk ww
7-11 year olds 6pm; over 11s/adults from 6.45pm. Email thameduellistsfencingclub@gmail.com or contact club chairman James Kingston on 07947 049511 for more details. Thame Historical Society The Society was formed to bring together people who are interested in all aspects of history, especially Thame. Meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month in Thame Barns Centre at 7.30pm. Contact Rosalie Gibson 01844 213948 or visit the website www w .thamehistoricalsociety.org.uk ( hame Children’s Choir) TCC2 (T At John Hampden School on Sundays from 4pm – 5pm. New members are always welcome. More information is available from the website w .tcc2.org or tel (01844) 292088/215680. www Come and try us out! Thame Concert Band Are looking for new players. Do you play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument? Are you a bit rusty? Long time since you played? Dust off the cobwebs and come along and join a really lively, friendly band at 7:30pm on Tuesday evenings at Christchurch in Thame. See our website: www.thameconcertband.org.uk Thame Bridge Club Meets every Monday at Christ Church, Upper High Street, Thame, 7.30pm start. Secretary Christine Gray Tel: 01844 208287. Beginners teaching ring Cyril Meek Tel: 01844 212754 email cyril.meek@btinternet.com Lord William’s Festival Chorus L.W.F.C. is a non auditioned community choir of over 100 singers. Rehearsals - Lord Williams’s Upper School Hall, Oxford Road, Thame, OX9 2AQ on Monday evenings at 7.30.p.m. in term time. www.lordwilliamsfestivalchorus.org.uk Contact details are on the website.
Thame Duellists Fencing Club Learn fencing with Thame Duellists Fencing Club, Thame Leisure Centre, Thursdays during term.
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Thame Museum The museum is an independent museum staffed entirely by volunteers. It is housed in the old Court House, where it provides a variety of display panels, artefacts and oral histories telling the story of this historic town and its people. We also offer guided walks around Thame, specialising in Midsommer Murders walks for groups by arrangement. The museum is free to visitors and is open on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and weekends. Opening times can be found at www.thamemuseum.org . Tel no. 01844 212801 Cassiopeia – Africa Drum Circle West African Drumming!!! Mixed level class every Thursday from 7.30pm – 9.30pm. Drums supplied. All ages most welcome so come and join the fun! Memorial Hall (next to) Christchurch, Upper High Street, Thame, OX9 2DN. For more information, contact Jan on: Mobile: 07917 673692 Email: graylingfaire@yahoo.co.uk Tai Chi Classes in Thame and the surrounding villages for ages 50+ - £5 per class - beginners always welcome, contact Douglas 07717 798979 for information. www.chenacademy.com Girlguiding Thame District We currently find ourselves in need of adults to help keep the existing Girlguiding Thame groups running. If you are interested, please contact: Mrs Kathryn Shorter, klshorter80@gmail.com. For more information on Girlguiding, visit the website www.girlguiding.org.uk Thame and District Round Table www.thame.roundtable.co.uk Join Round Table and you will have fun, make lifelong friends and make a real difference to your community. We provide activities, adventure and a sense of community for men up to the age of 45 and organise fun events that bring the whole community t together, and benefit local causes. We meet Tuesday evenings - check the website for details. If you are new to the area, there is no better way to get to know people and integrate into your local community. Dovecote The Dovecote Day Centre for elderly people with dementia, memory loss and other mental health needs meets on Wednesday and Friday
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10.00am - 2.00pm at the Barns Centre. We are always looking for volunteers to help out. To find out more contact 07827 235425 or email dovecote@ageukoxfordshire.org.uk. Cost £10 a session. Thame Basketball Club New Players wanted! 14 or older? Whether you’ve never played before or are an experienced player, give Thame Basketball Club a try. If you would like to attend one of our open training sessions, please email us at team@thametigers.com or check out our website for more details: www.thametigers.com Alex Glass – Head Coach 07827 933901. T.W.C.C (The Widowed Companionship Club) We meet on the third Saturday in the month at the Guide Headquarters in Southern Road Thame at 2.00pm. We welcome widows & widowers & anyone who has lost a long-term partner. Our members enjoy outings, speakers, social activities & companionship of others in a similar situation – we do not give bereavement counselling. For more information contact: Dianne. hirst100@btinternet.com Long Crendon Day Centre (Now known as The Harmony Club) We are looking for more clients to join us on a Tuesday from 9.30am – 2.30pm.We are in the Baptist Church Hall. High Street, Long Crendon. Come and meet us and have a coffee. Sing-a-longs are still going strong on the last Tuesday of the month, please come along and have a cofffee and join in, and if you want you can sample our home cooked lunch too. For more details, phone 01844 208508. Thame Seniors Keep Fit As our name suggests, we're mainly at the older end of the age spectrum. We've been running for eight years and meet once a week on Monday evenings at Thame Barns Centre for 45 mins of gentle exercise. The ladies session starts at 5.00pm and the mens at 6.00pm. Sessions are £3.00 per person per week. Contact details are: thamekeepfit@hotmail.com or call on 01844 215822 or just come along.
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Thame Badminton Club Thame Badminton Club welcomes players for both social and competitive play every Wednesday evening from 8.00pm – 10.30 pm at Thame Leisure Centre. Non-members and visitors are welcome any time to pay and play, and we also have a number of teams playing in local leagues in both Aylesbury and Oxfordshire. For more information, please contact: Club Chairman - Rob Sutton at rob@robsuttonmarketing.com Tel: 01865 890580 or 07971 288561 or Jacqui Williams – 01296 747951. Thame Speakers Club Thame Speakers meets on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7.45pm to 10.00pm at the Chinnor Rugby Club. Non-members are very welcome to come along and watch the speakers for free. The club's objective is to help its members improve their speaking skills, confidence and leadership skills. If you'd like to come along and watch a meeting, just turn up at the meeting room in the rugby club or call 01844 358189 for more information. www.thamespeakers.co.uk Thame & District Day Centre The Thame & District Day Centre is a small local charity providing day care, support and friendship to older, frail or isolated older people living in Thame and surrounding villages. We meet on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9.30am to 3.00pm on the site of Thame Community Hospital. Our volunteer drivers collect c and take home within a specific area. A two course hot meal is provided at lunchtime and various entertainment enjoyed throughout the day. To find out more visit: www.thameanddistrictdaycentre.co.uk or email: office@thameanddistrictdaycentre.co.uk Telephone: 01844 212080. Cost £10 per session Thame Women’s Institute Meets on the third Monday of the month in the Town Hall at 7.30pm. The programme includes a variety of talks and demonstrations, outings and social events. Smaller groups enjoy a cake club, craft group, book group and poetry group. New members and visitors are made very r welcome. Contact Judy Dudley (Secretary r ) judydudley@btinternet.com or 01844 260131 See some pictures on www w .thamewi.webs.com
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The Rotary Club of Thame The Rotary Club of Thame welcomes new members both women and men. The club’s meetings take place at the Spread Eagle Hotel on Wednesdays at 7.30 pm. For more information about club activities or to enquire about becoming a member, please visit the Rotary Club of Thame’s website: www.thame.rotary1090.org Inner Wheel Club of Thame Founded in 1970, with emphasis on Friendship, Fun and Fundraising. We enjoy coffee mornings, outings to interesting places, fundraising activities for local, national and international causes and joining with the Rotary Club of Thame for both social and fundraising occasions. For further information, contact: E-mail: thameinnerwheel@gmail.com Website: www.thameinnerwheel.org.uk Greater Thame University of the third age We meet on the first Thursday of each month at St Mary’s Church Thame, from 2.30pm to 4.00pm. Guest Speaker at main meeting each month. Over 300 members. Numerous interest groups. Trips and visits to interesting places. Continue learning amongst like-minded, part or fully retired people. Membership Secretary Mrs A.Powell - tel. 01844 261394 or email ann-powell@outlook.com Thame Tennis Club Voted best Tennis Club in Oxfordshire in 2015/16 we have 4 new artificial clay courts and 2 macadam hard courts – all floodlit! We are a membership club, but also offer Pay to Play. We run coaching groups for all ages. All details can be found on our website www.thametennisclub.co.uk Follow us on twitter @thametennisclub Lord Williams Squash Club Low cost squash for £8 per 45 minute session, with no membership or joining fee to pay. Current special offer - deposit 4 sessions into your account and get a fifth free. Find us at www.thamesquash.com or email info@thamesquash.com for more information Thame Belles WI A brand new WI for Thame. We meet on the third Thursday of the month at the Town Hall at 8pm and guests are always welcome. We run a fun and varied meetings programme alongside trips, social and community events and many clubs, including book club, crochet club and quiz club. See http://thamebelleswi.wix.com/belles or search for Thame Belles on Facebook.
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Index
African Art Blue Boabab Craft 27 Art Suppliers Glynswood Thame 21 Book Keeper Rona Herrington 45 Builders Hammond Construction 2 SM Developments 29 Carers Risborough Carers 11 Carpenter Chiltern Carpentry 17 DJ Carpentry Services 7 Carpet Cleaning Squeaky Clean 17 Cleaning Cleaning with a Smile 21 Priority Service 47 Procare 39 Copywriting Services Cats Pyjamas 29 Curtains & Blinds Bay Tracks 10 Crockery Hire Floral Vintage Crockery 21 Dentist Stokenchurch Dental 7 Designer Paints BBD Leisure Buildings 10 Domestic Appliance Repairs Sharley Domestics 45 Drama School Stage Coach Thame 35 Electrical Retailer Domestic Services 29 Electrician Ben Quarman 39 Ian Williams 10 Fencing Rand Contracting 17 Foot Professionals Feet Treat 22 Garage Doors Home Improvement Garage Doors 19 Shutter Spec Security 5 Garage Serv r ices Browns Thame 1/48
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F W 4x4 43 Motec 9 Garden Buildings BBD Leisure Buildings 21 Gardening Services Caz Renshaw Design 43 Priority Service 47 Garden Centres Askett Nurseries 41 Garden Maintenance Rand Contracting 17 Handyman Mike Chester 13 Hearing Services Aston Hearing Services 23 Heating Engineer Oil Serv 27 Home Care Bridges Home Care 43 Hotels and Restaurants The Boot Inn 35 The Kings Hotel 1/33 Jewellers Aylesbury Bullion 6 Kitchens Simple Kitchens (Thame) Ltd 13 Landscaping A-Z Landscaping 11 Lawn Mower Services Peter Farrell Mechanical Engineering 6 Locksmiths RPC Locksmiths 13 Maintenance Martin’s Maintenance 39 & Plumbing Minibus Services Thunderbirds 6 Mobility Specialists Independent Living Consultants 27 Office Space Regus 9 Personal Goals Mindfulness 27 Slimming World 24
Pest Control Phil Spackman Pest r ices 45 Control Serv Physiotherapist Liberty Home Physio 45 Plumber Martin’s Maintenance & Plumbing 39 Premium Plumbing 5 Property Maintenance Adapt Project Solutions Ltd 11 Reflexologist Tais Van Ondheusden 21 Restaurants Radhuni Restaurant 10 Roofing Services Bondright Roofing Services 29 Snooker Club Thame Snooker Club 18 Stationers Glynswood Thame 21 Steam Railway Chinnor and Princes Risborough Railway 39 Stoves North Mill Stoves 25 Taxi Services Thunderbirds 6 Tiling DC Tiling 14 Tree Care Devey Tree Care 32 Tree Surgeon Oxford Oak Tree Surgery 14 Vets Sprinz and Nash 31 Web Design Chinnor Web Design 1 Windows Silent View 3 Window Doctor 2 Window Cleaners AC George 17 Cloudy2Clear Oxford Ltd 15 Yoga Carolyn Hitchcock 43
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