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Final word from the Editor..
As you are reading this column, you may or may not be aware that this is the final issue of the Arlesey New Magazine. After seven enjoyable years of providing Arlesey with it’s ver y own village news publication, we have made the incredibly hard decision to cease deliver y in the village
Steadily, our Arlesey publication became more and more reliant on our Stotfold News Magazine, making it increasingly difficult for us to justify the costs involved and for us to produce the magazine that we felt Arlesey residents deser ve.
We will always be so ver y grateful for the suppor t we received from our regular contributors and our Arlesey adver tisers, hopefully will continue to work alongside you all inside our Stotfold issue. To anyone that has ever sent us a letter, a bir thday announcement, phoned us or stopped to chat to us in the street whilst out delivering, we thank you so much for your suppor t
The final thank you must go to our wonder ful team of 28 deliver y volunteers, many of who joined us way back in 2019 We simply could not have made it to 7 years without your loyalty, hard work and friendship WE OWE YOU THE BIGGEST THANK YOU.
As my childhood home, Arlesey will forever have a ver y special place in my hear t We have made some lovely friends during the last 7 years - Arlesey really does have the most suppor tive, loyal & friendly residents
Thank you so much for having us Joanne - Editor X
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Letters to the Editor Update from ACE Update from ACORN News from St Peter ’s Church Family Announcements News from Gothic Mede News from Pix Brook Academy News from Etonbur y Academy News from Fair field Lower Local Spor ts News Update from ATFC Need Project update
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It ’s Bronze For Keira in Tokyo!
Huge congratulations to Stotfold FC Womens player Keira How on bringing home the bronze medal for Great Britain in the 2025 Football Deaflympics in Tokyo a couple of weeks ago
Keira was one of the benefactors of this years Mayors Charity in Stotfold, where residents contributions help local causes. Through this, Keira was able to raise enough money to compete at this years games
Huge congratulations to Keira and her fellow GB team members for a truly outstanding result and for putting Stotfold Football Club firmly on the global map!
Arlesey Brownies
The Brownies have really got into the Christmas spirit this month We visited Chase House for crafts and songs with the residents and had great fun searching the aisles in Morrisons for bargains to donate to The Need Project We’ve also been doing our Folklore badge, creating and making out own my thical creatures
The Brownies and residents at Chase House sang their hear ts out to some Christmas favourites after making wreaths and scented oranges to decorate the lounge We also donated our pocket money (which was added to by a generous donation from Doolittle Pensions) so that we could give to others We were really thoughtful about what we bought, made sure we stayed in budget and looked for the best deals to fill our trolleys
If you’re 7 and would like to join us for fun, friendship and adventure, check out our Facebook page to see all the things we do and DM us or email us at arlesey.brownies@hotmail.co.uk to find out more about joining.
Keira How - par t of the bronze medal winning GB Deaflympics team in Tokyo!
Arlesey
W.I. Get In To
The Festive Spirit.
Lots of fun and laughter was had at Arlesey WI Christmas Par ty, a selection of hot dinners and lovely desser ts were ser ved, followed by Christmas Carol Singing.
This picture was taken before our Wacky Human Christmas Tree Parade! This year ’s winner was Kate Elmitt.
To find out more about joining us in the New Year contact Rita on 01462 638347
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CRIME FIGURES FOR ARLESEY SEPTEMBER 2025
The most recent crime figures for Arlesey available from the Poilce national website:
Violence & sexual offences - 11
Criminal damage & arson - 3
Anti- social behaviour - 11
Other crime - 8
Remember in an emergency call 999. To repor t a crime online contact www.police.co.uk
Dear Editor,
I just wanted to thank you for featuring our ar ticle on the Three Counties Hospital books last month. Your amazing ar ticle helped us to sell lots of copies, raising over £300!!! We also had great fun delivering them and were able to spread the word about our local charity at the same time.. Thank you so much once again, Janet Fielder - Respite at Home
Dear Editor,
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Arlesey Com munity Events
Thank you to our Christmas Fair - well done to Orla Right, who did a great job of turning the Christmas Lights on!
Thank you to all those residents who signed up to take par t in our Advent Windows - there were some beautiful windows again this year.
Did you all manage to spot the Christmas related birds/animals in the windows?
We hope you have all had a fantastic Christmas - we look for ward to seeing you at our events in 2026
News from ACORN
THE CHALK STREAMS OF ARLESEY
There has been a lot in the news this Summer about the poor health of the nations rivers, with increasing pollution a major issue And you may also have seen mention of Chalk Streams, potentially some of the best rivers in terms of water quality, and the diverse ecosystems that they suppor t
With only about 200 such rivers in the world, Arlesey is for tunate in having 3 of them in and around our parish The gardeners amongst you may not have come across much chalk – but we sit on the nor thern edge of a band
of chalk geology. Most well known is the Chilterns, but runs from Wiltshire / Hampshire nor th east through East Anglia and under The Wash. Chalk hills run just south of Hitchin, Baldock and Cambridge. Chalk is a ver y porous material, meaning in winter time when there is more rain, the hills act like giant sponges, storing the water
It then slowly filters out of the base of the hills, to emerge as springs which form our Chalk Streams The chalk also filters out any impurities, and adds minerals, which suppor ts a great variety of wildlife
The first of our 3 rivers is the River Ivel, which flows east to west along the nor thern parish boundar y. The source of this river is Ivel Springs, just this side of Baldock. From there it flows through Radwell and Stotfold (powering the Mill); then west along the top of Arlesey parish and nor th roughly following the railway line to Biggleswade, and eventually meeting up with the River Ouse, finally reaching the sea in nor th Nor folk near Kings Lynn Three Arlesey footpaths take you across the fields and down to the river which makes them difficult to access; but the third is a bridleway which crosses the Stotfold Road at the old Fox and Duck
Conser vation for Nature
These are linked by a path along the river side (which also links in to Stotfold footpaths)
The next river is the Hiz, which defines the western boundar y of our parish The spring source of the River Hiz lies to the south of Hitchin just outside the village of Charlton, flowing nor th through the centre of Hitchin to Ickleford, and on to Arlesey roughly following the line of the railway Continuing nor th under the A507, it joins up with the Ivel near Henlow Grange Several years back members of Acorn got together with various interested groups and Councils along the line of the river, to create The Hicca Way – a walk that runs all the way from the spring at Charlton to (close to) where it joins the Ivel at Henlow Lakes, using public and permissive footpaths ( Tr y the Town Council or Resource Centre for copies of the leaflet)
Finally there is the Pix Brook, which star ts from a spring in Nor ton Common, Letchwor th; unfor tunately – passing close to the sewerage works; and on through the middle of Stotfold; through Etonbur y Wood; under the A507 at the Arlesey roundabout; and then just skir ting the nor thern residential extent of Arlesey and back under the A507 and railway to meet up with the Hiz and Ivel. Pix Brook has had issues with flooding in the past, and has been much studied to identify causes and possible solutions.
For example, the new development between Arlesey and Stotfold will include an amenity area designed to act as a “flood plain” in times of extreme rainfall.
Our rivers are generally in a good state, but all are under threat from agricultural, industrial and domestic run-off putting unwanted elements in to the water In recent years with drier weather, there have been times when the rivers have dried up, with the water company also taking advantage of the “natural reser voirs” which the chalk hills
create. But still Brown Trout can often be spotted, and a Kingfisher if you are lucky, plus Dragonflies and Damselflies in Summer We should value and take care of our rivers, and recognize them as one of Nature’s gifts
ACORN
News from St Peter ’s Church
Hello from St Peter ’s Church!
One of the many things the late Dr Michael Mosley is remembered for, is his Radio 4 programme and book, Just One Thing Dr Mosley offered a multitude of research backed and practiced ideas that could help and impact upon our health and wellbeing Whether standing on one leg to improve balance and stamina to reading a bit of a book each day, to stepping into nature on an early morning walk, he gave simple suggestions that amongst them, one is likely to find something that resonates and feels achievable. It is a real gift of how to create oppor tunities and possibilities to live well.
The idea of finding ‘just one thing’ is itself an appealing concept and something that many of us do when we are facing a new year; we consider what changes we might need to make or want to make for ourselves or others How do we want to star t afresh in Januar y?
As we seek to use the oppor tunity presented to us in the dawning of a new year, what one thing might you do, what gift will make a difference to our own lives and for other people?
In the Christian calendar Christmas is followed by the season of Epiphany, recalling the visit of the wise men or magi to the child Jesus They come bearing gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh – gold for a king, frankincense a symbol of deity, of God and myrrh used for the anointing in death - gifts that give us clues about who Jesus and all that would come in Jesus’ life. These gifts, point us to all that is possible with Jesus. I wonder if when the wise men chose their one thing to give, they knew all that would come, what oppor tunity and possibility it would open up?
So, maybe as you are wondering what is to come in 2026 in your life, maybe have a think about what your ‘one thing’ is, what gift can you give yourself or others to open up new oppor tunities and possibilities to live well yourself and with those around you?
Have ver y blessed New Year!
All are welcome to Sunday Ser vices in Januar y 2026
4 Januar y at 9 30 am el Holy Communion for Epiphany
11 Januar y at 10 00 am All Age Worship
18 Januar y at 9 30 am Holy Communion
25 Januar y at 9 30 am Holy Communion
Weekdays in Church in Januar y
Coffee Morning – Ever y Tuesday at 10 30 am - star ting back on 6th Januar y 2026
There will be no Afternoon Tea this month but we will resume on Tuesday 4 Februar y
The church continues open ever y day for visitors – do come in and sit in the quiet and the warm, read a book in the Book Nook or add a prayer to the prayer tree
IMPORTANT CHURCHYARD NOTICE
During Januar y and Februar y, as par t of the maintenance of the churchyard we will be ‘ topple testing’ memorials (headstones) to ensure their safety. This involves checking for the stability of the headstones and laying down any that are deemed to be unstable and/or at risk of falling. Where possible, we will seek to contact the family to involve them in this process. If you have any questions about this or are aware of any unstable headstones please do get in touch.
Ever y Blessing to you all, Revd Jenna Dearden
Email: revjennadearden@gmail com
Mobile: 07708 666612 & Church Landline: 01462 731227
What one thing will you be looking to star t in 2026?
We are delighted to announce the winner of our
CHRISTMAS COMMUNITY RECOGNITION AWARD
In association with Satchells Estate Agents,
We are incredibly proud to be able to announce the winner of this year ’s Christmas Community Recognition award for 2025 This year we asked you to send us your nominations of those people that you felt deser ved a special treat this festive season for going above and beyond throughout the last year We received a record number of entries this year, making it incredibly tough for our judges to decide on just one winner! We would like to take this oppor tunity to thank ever yone that took the time to send in their nominations
This year ’s Community Recognition Award has been awarded to MATT
BROYD.
Receiving several nominations, Matt was commended for his role at Arlesey Town Football Club, in par ticular the work he has done in encouraging the community of Arlesey to become more involved in the football club and it’s activities. Matt has worked closely with local youth groups, local schools and various other organisations to truly enhance the profile of the club within the village and to encourage more people to fully embrace the club and
Linda Allen of Satchells, pictured with winner Matt Broyd and his daughter receiving his festive prize
Family
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IMOGEN BELL
10th December
Happy 14th Bir thday!!!
Love from Dad, Dawn, Jackson, Penny and Arlo xxx
DAWN BELL
Happy Bir thday!!!
Love From Ian, Imogen, Jackson, Penny and Arlo X xx
We Love You X xx
JACKLYN ILIEVA
Happy Bir thday on the 4th Januar y With love from all your family & friends x
GR ACE PRITCHARD
Happy 2nd bir thday to Grace who is visiting the UK for the first time from Australia. We love you little legs from Grandad, Nanny, Auntie Amy, Uncle Todd and family xxx
ARLESEY WI HALL
Did you know that Arlesey WI Hall is available to hire, for Par ties, Functions & Events. The Hall has two kitchen areas, one which can be used for a mobile bar, there are tables and chairs for use and toilets If you'd like to hire the Hall contact Simon on 07909 871213
News from Gothic Mede A c ademy
Happy New Year from ever ybody at Gothic Mede Academy. We’d like to show you a couple of the highlights we have enjoyed over the festive period:
Firstly, our Aladdin Pantomime.
We would like to extend a huge thank you to ‘Shooting Stars Enter tainment’ for visiting Gothic Mede Academy and per forming an amazing pantomime of Aladdin to the whole school
The per formance was full of energy and our children were absolutely captivated from star t to finish. It was a wonder ful experience that brought so much joy and lots of laughter to ever yone! Thank you to the PFGM for giving our pupils such a memorable treat!
Secondly, our Forest School.
The children at Gothic Mede have really been enjoying their time in Forest School. Our Year 2 children have been exploring and investigating a variety of different minibeasts, using magnifying glasses to take a closer look at their bodies, how they move, and the habitats they live in. They showed brilliant curiosity and teamwork as they searched, obser ved, and discussed their discoveries.
Kitchens & Bedrooms Windows Internal/External
Skir tings -Architraves -Dados
Stairs -Handles -Balustrades
Handle & Lock Replacements
Loft Hatches
Flat
Pupils enjoyed the Aladdin Pantomime over the festive period
Forest school is proving throughly enjoyable for all
News from Pixbrook A c ademy
As the calendar turns to 2026, we at Pix Brook Academy are embracing the fresh star t and exciting oppor tunities the new year brings.
We look back with fondness on a truly wonder ful Autumn Term, which concluded with some fantastic community events, including numerous family progress evenings to
bespoke feedback to suppor t our pupils.
A par ticular highlight was Carols on the Playground for our Year 5 and 6 students, where families gathered together to share a hot drink and a mince pie. It was a per fect, festive occasion to celebrate the end of a successful 15 weeks and truly welcomed the Christmas spirit Now, with the dawn of 2026, we look ahead to the Spring Term and all it has to offer our students This term is traditionally a period of planning and preparation for future pathways For our older students, this includes a dedicated focus on careers and apprenticeship oppor tunities, with a number of key events and
guidance sessions planned to help them make informed choices about life after Pix Brook. We are committed to ensuring ever y student has a clear vision for their future. The Spring Term will also see the continuation and expansion of our vital sustainability work, which is enthusiastically led by our dedicated Student Parliament Our students are passionate about making a positive environmental impact, both within the school grounds and in the wider community
We look for ward to sharing more details about their ambitious projects ver y soon
We are excited for the learning, growth, and community engagement that 2026 will bring.
News from Etonbur y A c ademy
This month brings an exciting line up of events, including a parents' evening for Year 11, the Young Voices per formance at the O2 with Mrs Crockford, and a parents' evening for Years 5 and 6 Additionally, there is a Wadham trip for selected Year 11 students, a Viking day for Year 5 students, and practical exams begin for Hospitality & Catering students We continue to offer a wide variety of extracurricular clubs for students to engage in and enjoy this term. The Warhammer club remains a favourite among all year groups, along with the Debate Club, Ar t Club, Histor y Club, and our newly introduced Gospel Choir. Additionally, our PE team continues to provide a diverse range of spor ts clubs, featuring exciting new additions like pickleball and padel
At school, we begin to star t the countdown to the written examinations in the summer We will of course be suppor ting students as much as possible at school with revision sessions, recap lessons and inter vention work We are now in our eighth year of GCSE’s and our second year of A -Level examinations at Etonbur y We are really proud of our school and all of our achievements thus far
Positivity and achievements in the school are a real focus throughout all years Our students are rewarded daily with praise points We also share school news, celebrations and more on our social media platforms, Facebook and X
We are continuing to show prospective parents, carers and pupils around Etonbur y Academy Please do get in touch with us on 01462 730391 or scan our QR code above
Applications for a place in year 5 close on 15th Januar y, via Central Bedfordshire School Admissions. The easiest and quickest way to make your application is online via their website -
Sixth Form applications are now open for September 2026 –please apply via
https://www etonbur y org uk/sixthform/applications To view our prospectus and subject offering please visit the sixth form area of our website.
We believe we are a small, compassionate and exceptional educational community. Our children are happy and achieve their full potential, come and see for yourself what makes Etonbur y special.
Kind regards Mrs J Young - Principal Etonbur y Academy www etonbur y org uk Ever yone is respectful Together we care Always aim higher
Happy New Year from ever yone at Etonbur y Academy!
Students enjoy many varied Extra Curricular clubs including Padel
News from Fair field Park Lower School
Fair field enjoyed our Christmas celebrations including Christmas per formances of Lights, Camel Action in Year 1 and 2, Groovin’ in Year and 4 and the Nativity in Reception The children sang wonder fully, projected their voices and used instruments beautifully The choir sang carols at Fair field Manor and the children made wreaths and cards for the residents We also enjoyed taking par t in St Mar y’s Christmas Tree Festival
The children enjoyed Christmas lunch, with Christmas songs and games There was even a visit from a special some dressed in red! We finished the term with Nurser y singing songs around the Christmas tree and the whole school carol ser vice.
We look for ward to welcoming the children back to school on Tuesday 5th Januar y 2026
Value of the Half Term: Positivity Fair field Park Lower School Dickens Boulevard & Ruskin Drive
Local Spor ts News
Black belt success at JKSL Karate.
Massive congratulations to our new Black Belt 1st Dan Carlos M Fleites, 2nd Dan Freyja Strong and Thomas Smoley. Last but not least, our new 3rd Dan Leanne Charnley
Looking for a new hobby in the New Year? KSK Karate offer classes in Stotfold & surrounding areas To find out more contact 07742 820956 or emal info@jksk co uk
Arlesey Town Physio Leonard Mcmain was on international duty for Serbia Rugby League in the European championships Helping them to win the championships with victories against Netherlands 4-30 and Malta 52-12
He was also introduced to the Australian Ambassador who presented the trophy to the Serbians
It was a fantastic achievement made even better as it was his bir thday!
The Januar y 2026 Wellbeing Walks for the Arlesey and Stotfold Group are as follows: -
WELLBEING WALKS
Thursday 1st Januar y HAPPY NEW YEAR! (no Wellbeing Walk today ) Thursday 8th and 15th Januar y 10.45 am The Scout Hut, Baldock Road, Stotfold Thursday 22nd & 29th Januar y 10 45 am - The Green, Stotfold For any enquiries please contact Beth and Peter Over field (01462 815672) NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!
Nor th Her ts Road Runners
The 1st Sat of the month 5k is 3rd Jan on Letchwor th Common at 9am and is free to enter Entries are now open for the popular Greenway Challenge on the 10th May Tthis is a 13ml loop around Letchwor th Greenway and open to runners of all abilities Entr y details are on our website
We continue our training sessions on Tues and Thurs with qualified coaches and meet in Letchwor th at 7pm We welcome runners of all abilities so come along for a taster session All our details are on nhrr.org.uk/ contact Ian 07506429928
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Grading success from JKSK Karate
Update From Arlesey Town FC
Another month rolls on and Arlesey STILL find themselves in the playoff places, with ever y thing to play for as we approach the Festive Fixtures
Indeed, the fans have been turning out in their droves to suppor t Tommy’s boys. We welcomed the biggest gate we have had in at least three seasons against Harlow Town. Perhaps appropriate that in Januar y’s edition, there was one for each day of the year. Many of whom came down as a result of our outreach at Fair field Park Lower School. All 365 of you cheered the boys on from the terraces, in what was an incredible spectacle Thank you to each and ever y one of you for making that special day possible We even made the Top 10 attendance figures in the countr y for Step 5 An amazing fete, and something we aspire to achieve more regularly moving for wards
With only 6 home games left of the campaign after the new year, we have just launched our ver y first “Half Season Ticket” for sale, which is available for just £45.00 (£35.00 Concessions). If you are stuck for a belated/late Christmas gift, look no fur ther… It promises to be a thrilling end to the campaign and would be the per fect present for any football fan in the village. They will be on sale until Saturday 3rd Januar y 2026 at 12:00 (midday), with it kicking in for the game later that day at 3pm against Winslow Utd
We will also be showing our members some love on Saturday 20th December 2025 as par t of our first “Members Game” Tickets for the match against Kings Langley at 3pm will be just £3 00 for our members and their guests, as a small token of our appreciation for their suppor t
Finally, ever yone at Arlesey Town FC would like to take this oppor tunity to wish all the Arlesey News readers a wonder ful Christmas and a Happy New Year
Remaining Home league games in 2026:
Saturday 3rd Januar y 2026 - 15:00 v Winslow Utd
Saturday 31st Januar y 2026 - 15:00 v Kempston Rovers
Saturday 7th Februar y 2026 - 15:00 v Wornley Rovers
Saturday 14th March 2026 - 15:00 v AFC Welwyn
Saturday 28th March 2026 - 15:00 v Colney Heath
Saturday 4th April 2026 - 15:00 v Baldock Town
All fixtures are subject to change at the time of printing. Please do check our website for the most up to date list. Pricing for our home games this season is £9.00 Standard, £5.00 Concessions (Over 65’s, Students). Children under 16 are just £1 00, as par t of our “Kids for a Quid” initiative, but must be accompanied by an someone over the age of 16 Access Companions are free of charge
As ever, matchday tickets, club events, and Memberships can be purchased online from our website www arlesey townfc co uk or direct from our ticket shop, at www ticketsource co uk/arlesey-town-football-club or by scanning this QR Code:
We are looking for ward to an enjoyable and successful 2026 and would like nothing more than for you all to join us at Arlesey Town Football ClubWhy not come along and get involved!
The Need Project Update
Welcome to date with all of our
I always say, the months go round ver y fast and here we about to star t yeat another new year. Our numbers were back up in November to 623 and we gave away 456 top up bags, which would other wise go to landfill, so that as always is good news. Ellie, who is taking my job over when I stand down at the end of Januar y, has star ted and is finding her feet and is settling in well.
The project was set up many years ago to feed hungr y families and our food is only accessible via our referral system. This ensures those who receive from us, do so through an agency, who have engaged with the family or client, and they know it is needed Those agencies can be found on our website
In addition, another way we can help is by giving away surplus food, that we pick up daily from several supermarkets This food, if we didn’t give it away at our venues, would go into land fill
This food is free to anyone who can find a use for it and does not need a referral as we don’t want to see it binned We continue to work with Feed up Warm up, feeding the homeless with surplus food and also Kings Community Church in Letchwor th who also work with those in need
I will be sad to retire from the ever y day running of the project, as it has been my passion for over 23 years, but I know it is time and the project will be in good hands I will still be involved hopefully as I have a massive desire to see the chapel phase2 work finished
Phase 1 is 99 9% finished and we will move in after Christmas and be fully operational from then, Praise God We are as ready as we can be for our Christmas rush and have most things we need and truly hope and pray, we bless those who are referred
As always, I want to thank all our suppor ters for their incredible help, be it by responding to Facebook call outs, prayer suppor t, financial suppor t and just general encouragement. THANKYOU
Also, the amazing group of volunteers who are so committed to the vision of the project. You are so so vital to the project and without you we could not continue and for that we are blessed.
In closing, could you please continue to pray for us as this is a ver y busy time. Please pray for phase 2, so we can finish the community vision we have for the chapel.
Thank you
Gordon PR AISE GOD ALWAYS
OUR MONTH IN FIGURES: 623 parcels provided in 30 working days • 456 top- up-bags collected from our Pop- up sites • £45,055 estimated value of the food for the month • £6,602.50, the average monthly cost to run the charity 1556 adults, 1380children & 286 pensioners helped (includes our best before food )
Stotfold Methodist Church - The new Home for The Need project in 2026
Useful Telephone Numbers
Citizen’s Advice Bureau
01525 402742 01525 841217
Trading Standards Advice Line 0300 300 8136
Churches
St Peter ’s Church, 01462 731227
Arlesey Methodist Church
Rev'd Emmanuel Onabanjo
07464 881751
Fair field Community Church 07376 740410
Kings Baptist Church 01462 730521
Salvation Army Stotfold Corps 01462 731072
Council
Arlesey Town Council Town Council Office
Arlesey Community Centre, High Street, Arlesey, Beds
SG15 6SN Phone: 01462 733722
Email: clerk@arlesey-tc gov uk
Central Bedfordshire Council, Prior y House, Chicksands, Shefford SG17 5TQ 0300 300 8000
Email customers@centralbedfordshire gov.uk
Web www.centralbedfordshire.gov uk
Waste Collection / Recycling / Dog Warden / Fly tipping / Grass Cutting / Street Cleaning / Abandoned Vehicles
Doctor
Arlesey Medical Centre
www arleseymedicalcentre nhs uk
01462 732144
Larksfield Surger y Stotfold: 01462 732200
Out of Hours Ser vice 111
Emergencies
Electricity Emergencies
0800 7 838 838
Gas Emergencies 0800 111999
Helplines
Alcoholics Anonymous
01438 747475
Childline 0800 1111
National Menengitis Trust
0845 6000800
Samaritans 08457 909090
NSPCC 0800 800 5000
Housing
First Garden City Homes 01462 683307
Pioneer House, Nor ton Way South, Letchwor th Garden City, Her ts, SG6 1NY Grand Union Housing - all enquiries 0300 123 5544
Miscellaneous
Arlesey Community Larder
07427 650080. Arlesey Good Neighbours 01462 732210
ACORN - Arlesey Conser vation For Nature
Mick Jackson 07970 734416 ( Treasurer)
arlesey acorn@gmail com
Beds Rural Communities Charity 01234 838771
Bir ths, Deaths & Marriages 0300 300 8089
Police
Beds Police (Crime repor ting) 01234 841212
Crimestoppers 0800 555111
Hospitals
Bedford Hospital 01234 355122
Lister Hospital 01438 314333
NHS Direct 0845 464700 300 8068
Librar y Arlesey Resource Centre & Librar y 01462 731469
Stotfold Librar y 0300 300 8068
Pubs
The White Horse 01462 621118
The Old Oak 01462 612536
The True Britton 07494 563496
Schools & Nurseries
Etonbur y Academy 01462 730391
Pix Brook Academy 01462 416243
Gothic Mede Lower School 01462 732002
BEST Nurser y (Arlesey) 01462 732168
Arlesey Preschool @ WI Hall 07815 293670
Children’s Centre
Stotfold and District Children's Centre 01462 730623
Transpor t
Trains (National Enquiries) 08457 484950
Whitbread Wanderbus 0300 123 3023
Boxall Taxis 01462 433 333
Greenacre Transfers
Airpor ts & Chauffeur Ser vices 07555 70 78 48 www.greenacretransfers.co.uk
Business Directory
ACORN Arlesey Conser vation For Nature
AD Garden Rooms
Adams Osteopathy
A JB Fencing
Alfie’s Barbers
All Wrapped Up - Balloons and Florist
Andy Leonard Painter & Decorator
Arlesey Community Larder
Arlesey Walking Group
Arlesey Pharmacy
07970 734416
01438 313765
07498 670345
07837 791365
01462 658449
07886 569134
07889 903283
07427 650080
01462 638286
01462 731200
Arlesey Social Club 01462 731361
Ask Phil - Windows, Driveways, Garden Rooms 01462 545729
Aquarius Garden Design 01462 731292
Bandits Pet Shop
Barn Hair Studio
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Cascade Water Ser vices
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Crown Sweeps
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Dennison’s - House & Garden Clearance
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Fair field Bowls Club
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First Step Estate Agents
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New Kitchens
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Orange Henn Travel 01707 913761
Oven Clean & Repair Ser vices 07878 444559
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Piano Lessons - Christine Walker
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Foot Pro Podiatr y 07377 536685
FullFlow Pressure Washing/Cleaning
Gifford Dance Academy
Graham Smith Brickwork & Paving
Greenacre Transfers Airpor ts & Chauffeur Ser vices
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Guides - Stotfold Guide Association
Henlow Vets
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Hypnotherapy - Pathway Hypnotherapy Rooms
James’s Carpentr y & Handyman Ser vice
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JPT Utilities
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Sheldon Electricals 01767 448188
Shel's Shabby Chic, Vintage painted furniture & workshops 01462 234228
Solicitors - HR J Foreman Laws 01462 458711
Tally Bookkeeping 01462 506144
The Arlesey News Magazine 01462 731986
The Rooms Hair and Beauty 01462 835538
The Rooms Holistic and Beauty Academy 07946 521266
Warrens Windows 01462 261401
Waste Removal (Josas Waste) 07739 488472
Windows - Repairs & Installations (J Garside) 07951 473505
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