My Wokingham Newspaper March 2024

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NO.10 MARCH

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CELEBRATING THE BOROUGH OF WOKINGHAM

Easter Fun day at gardening club

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he Sandhurst and District Gardening Club was formed in 1963 and continues to thrive. They are a very active group meeting most months at the Sandhurst Community Centre. They also have a trading hut for members where they sell well discounted, high-quality products. All are welcome at the club, whether beginner

or expert. You are welcome to go to the meetings as a visitor on payment of a small fee. The next evening meeting will be on Wednesday 20th March from 7.15pm in the Memorial Hall with a Daffodil Show and talk entitled ‘Cut Flowers for Garden and Vase’ by Claire Brown.

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There will also be a family fun day on Good Friday 29th March at Sandhurst Park Café, Yorktown Road with free activities for all from 10am to 2pm. New to gardening? Unsure where to start? Ask an Expert - your gardening questions answered! There will be sowing

and growing demonstrations, taking cuttings, growing mediums and feeds explained. Children’s activities include seed sowing, decorating flowerpots and a nature-themed treasure hunt with prizes. For more details, visit www. sandhurstgardeningclub.co.uk

Drum Corp reunion planned for the summer

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he Sandhurst & District Corps of Drums are looking at holding a reunion event later on this year (May/ June time) with a barbecue and potential performance at the end for all past and present band members. This is open to anyone who has ever been a member of the band from 2005 to present. The Drum Corps was formed in 2005 and based in Sandhurst, Berkshire. The Corps caters for both boys and girls between six and 25 years of age. You do not need to have any musical knowledge to join. They will teach the basics and what is required as well as suppling all necessary instruments or equipment to practice and perform on. The uniform of The Sandhurst & District Corps of Drums is based on the Royal Marines Band.

They have a wide repertoire with their playlist currently ranging from Bugle Call and The Great Escape to Congratulations and Auld Lang Syne. They meet at Sullivan Band Hall, Sandhurst Royal Military Academy, Sandhurst, Berkshire. with practice night on Mondays and Fridays. For more information, visit www.sandhurstdrums.co.uk

Police issue CCTV image after increase in keyless thefts

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hames Valley Police has issued a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to as they may have vital information following a theft from motor vehicle in Sandhurst. At around 4.35am on March 4th the victim woke up to a tapping sound and movement outside their property on Park Road. The porch light had turned on and the victim saw two offenders pushing their vehicle off their driveway. The offenders started the engine and three other offenders got into the vehicle and drove away. The vehicle was located down the road and was forensically recovered. Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Jonathan Hare, said: “I am appealing for anyone who recognises the individual in this image, or if have any further information about this car theft to please get in touch. “We are aware of concerns in the community around the increase of keyless theft of motor vehicles, but please be reassured that enquiries are underway, and incidents are being thoroughly investigated. “Also, if you have any CCTV footage in the area or any dash-cam footage if

you were driving in the area around the time, I’d also ask that you check any recordings in case it has captured something that could assist our investigation. “You can contact us by either making a report online, or by calling 101 quoting reference 43240101410. Alternatively, for 100 per cent anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.” For crime prevention advice on how to keep your vehicle safe from theft and keyless entry, please see the website at www.thamesvalley.police.uk

Parade for Freedom March

Sandhurst is planning a Freedom March on Saturday 15th June. The official opening of the event will be at 12 noon with stalls and food vendors. The Royal Military Academy will march down Yorktown Road at 1.30pn with a parade and inspection at 2.30pm

on the memorial park. There will be various events in the arena from 3pm followed by evening entertainment from 5.30pm with local bands and tribute acts. The evening will end with a firework display.


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Another Royal blow by Ollie Cater

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Ladies on top of the league by Chris Cook

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Reading falls short against Wycombe Wanderers

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Hitting a plateau in endurance sport

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Ultimate Activity Puzzle Book

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Café could close as building goes under offer

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Healing from past hurt and getting ready to date again without a dating app

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Making a positive impact in the community and for the environment

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Centenarian marks milestone birthday

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Murphy’s Law

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Baking: Peter Sidwell’s prune and orange hot cross buns

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The Bath & Gloucester Steam Express

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Antigua – the perfect winter escape

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GREENFINGERS… the Alan Titchmarsh Column

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Treat for mums and kids at pamper party launch

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From ugly duckling to beautiful Swan, pub set to return to former glory

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Cllr Pauline Jorgensen

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Cllr Mary Temperton

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Stephen Conway

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Tree planting to commemorate the Coronation of King Charles III

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It’s all aboard the Lexicon Express this Easter

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First Indie Indoor Market comes to Bracknell

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Close call for Wokingham Half Marathon but it went without a hitch

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SUNDAY 31ST MARCH

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Mods and Rockers united for a night of music and fundraising

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Klinic takes a ‘paws’ to celebrate first anniversary

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Winnersh home to unite with Bollywood studios

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Hunters – putting the community at the heart of their business

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Inspiring duo use ‘superpower’ to form racing team

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Meet the author at Wokingham Library

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Helping residents to vote by post at upcoming elections

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Dancing queen Irene celebrates 105th birthday

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New Twyford library on course to open this spring

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Antique market showcases vintage finds

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Redan’s refurb from retro to refit

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Demolition set to take a piece of Woodley’s history

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Skittles evening strikes the right note for WADE fundraiser

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Finchampstead roadworks have huge impact on business

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Residents pack Market Place to celebrate Chinese New Year

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Bright outlook for borough as global weather centre stays local

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Council Tax increase of 4.99 per cent agreed

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