Wendover News November 25

Can the War Memorial be made safe in time for Remembrance Sunday?

As Wendover News went to press in the middle of October, the War Memorial on the Manor Waste had been surrounded by protective wire barriers for a week. A notice on the barriers said “After recent maintenance on the War Memorial it has been determined that the War Memorial is not structurally safe. For the safety of residents, the War Memorial will be fenced off until further notice. Sorry for any inconvenience, we are working to get this fixed ASAP.”

Wendover Parish Council is responsible for the Manor Waste and the War Memorial. Clive Gallagher, the chair of WPC, told Wendover News that when contractors were steam-cleaning the memorial prior to the Remembrance ceremonies in November, they found that the “lantern” structure at the top of the column was found to be unsafe. This is a decorative hollow structure supporting the cross on top, but it does not contain a light.

“We’ve consulted a stone mason to come and look at it,” he said. “This is a work in progress still. The worst case scenario is that we’ll have to take the top off so we can carry on with Remembrance Sunday without the fencing in place.” This is on 9 November, and normally there is a wreath-laying ceremony by local people, churches and other organisations, watched by many people.

WPC put a notice onto the Everything Wendover page on FaceBook, saying “After

cleaning the War Memorial, we discovered issues that mean the column is structurally unsound. Part of the top of the column came away and is now in the clock tower and there is concern about the rest of the column.

"We have no option now but to fence it off immediately and place warning signs.

“Our next steps are to contact the heritage officer at Buckinghamshire Council to find out what our options are. We should be prepared to accept that the entire column may have to come down immediately. The timing with the Remembrance Parade is deeply frustrating and upsetting so we are working hard to

make sure the War Memorial is preserved for the community as soon as possible.”

The War Memorial was paid for by public subscription after the First World War and cost £278. It was unveiled on 7 May 1922 by the Marchioness of Lincolnshire, when it commemorated 57 Wendover residents who had served in WWI and never returned.

In 1946 a thankfully smaller number of names were added to commemorate the 22 service lives lost in the Second World War. The new names were unveiled on 10 November with Air Commodore J F Titmuss attending. He was the commandant of No 1 Technical Training School at RAF Halton.

The World War 2 name additions cost £19 10s 0d (£19.50 in decimal ), but unfortunately one name (Arthur Frank Shrimpton) was left off the panel, so it had to be redone in 1948 for a further £11 2s 6d (£11.12). Today’s repairs will cost a lot more than that!

A photograph from the 1960s shows that the Memorial was originally surrounded by a small formal garden, bordered by low box hedges, covering the area between the entrance to Back Street and a little beyond the current roadway to Sweeney's car park. The rest of the Manor Waste was a car park – the "ancient" cobbles that were controversially replaced by paving a few years ago were only installed in 1977!

By Simon Eccles

ROZELLE SCHOOL OF DANCING

Wendover | Stoke Mandeville | Dunsmore | The Lee | Halton | Weston Turville | Aston Clinton

Barriers in place on 11 October.

Photo: Simon Eccles.

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Events - November 2025

Events

Bucks Art Society Autumn Exhibition

Fri 31 Oct - Sun 2 Nov

Wendover Memorial Hall, HP22 6HF

The exhibition will open on the evening of 31 October with the announcement of the Young Artist Award (YAA) at 6.30pm. An opportunity for art lovers and collectors to discover unique and captivating pieces created by talented local artists. Free entry. www.bucksart.co.uk. See p18.

Halloween at Bel & The Dragon

Sat 1, 12pm, 9 High Street, HP22 6DU Children’s Halloween party from midday. Adults will be entertained with cocktails and live music from 7pm. www.belandthedragon. co.uk/wendover.

Barn dance

Sat 1, 7-10.30pm

St Mary’s, Wendover HP22 6NL Dance to ‘The Old Time Stringband’ with caller Tim Rooke. Fish and chip supper and bar (vegetarian and gluten-free options available). Tickets: Adults £17.50, Children under 16 £6, from Just, 11 High Street, Wendover. Meal is included in ticket price.

Thanksgiving and Memorial Service

Sun 2, 3pm, St Mary’s, Wendover

A service to remember loved ones. If you would like a loved one named during the service email info@stmaryswendover.org, call into the JUST shop, or pick up a leaflet from the back of one of the churches. Everyone welcome.

Wills and Estate Planning surgery

Tue 4, 12-2pm, Wendover Community Library, HP22 6DU

To book a slot email: iain@wanstallconsulting. co.uk or phone: 01296 415700.

Craft Group

Weds 5 & 19, 10-12pm Wendover Christian Centre HP22 6JG Craft Group provides time, space and friendly company to work on any kind of craft project. Take your own materials or just come to see what others are doing. Coffee served at about 11am.

LEGACY FAIRS

Antiques & Collectors Market

Wendover Memorial Hall Thursday 20 November 9am-2pm (Trade 8am) For updates Tel: 07543 524212 or email: p.hetheringtonwh@gmail.com

Entrance by donation to Charity

Compassionate

Café Wigginton

Wed 5, 1.30-3pm, The Sports Ground community café, HP23 6HH

A space for local people affected by bereavement to meet others.

Chilterns Light Network

Weds, 7.30 for 8pm

Wendover Memorial Hall, HP22 6HF

The organisers say: “Open-minded and looking for meaning in your life? We provide a variety of topics and discussion.” 5; tba, 12; Two Victorias - spiritual guidance and crystal art. 19; Sound healing with Guiomar. 26; 4th anniversary and Christmas celebration. Remaining dates and fuller details on the website below. Open and friendly group. All welcome. £5 non -members. www.chilternslightnetwork.org

Wendover Horticultural Society

Thu 6, 2.30pm, St Anne’s Hall, HP22 6JG “A Bulb for All Seasons” by Chris Day from Buckingham Garden Centre.

Fitness and fun for the over-60s

Thu 6 & 20, 2-3pm, Park Room, Stoke Mandeville Community Centre, Eskdale Rd

Every other Thursday. Refreshments afterwards. clerk@stokemandeville-pc.gov.uk

Poetry please Fri 7, 10.30-12pm

Wendover Christian Centre HP22 6JG

Whether it be joy, sadness, hope, love or loss, take along your poems to stir the emotions. A warm welcome is guaranteed.

Cholesbury-cum-St Leonards Local History Group

Fri 7, 7.15pm, St Leonards Parish Hall, HP23 6NW ‘A River Runs Through It.’ Water and human settlement in the Chilterns with Dr Wendy Morrison. www.cholesbury.com

Sea Shanties and Nautical Nonsense

Fri 7, 7.30pm, Ballinger War Memorial Hall, HP16 9LQ Join The Sloop Groggy Dogs for a rollicking evening of rousing sea shanties, heartfelt maritime ballads and nautical nonsense. In aid of Scanappeal.scannappeal.org.uk/ event/the-sloop-groggy-dogs-an-evening-ofshanties-sea-songs-and-laughter/

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Shop at The Lee’s Christmas market

Sat 8, 8.30am-1pm

The Lee Parish Hall, HP16 9NB

An annual fixture in the shop’s calendar. See p11.

Shopping extravaganza

Sun 9, 1.30-4pm, Stoke Mandeville Community Centre, HP22 5UJ

Handmade crafts, jewellery, candles, jams and chutneys, cakes, bags, tombola and much more. Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now, organised by Jane Brooks.

Remembrance Parade

Sun 9, 2.30pm

The parade of local uniformed organisations with banners and others will go up the High Street and gather round the War Memorial folowed by wreath-laying. Please make space for this to happen smoothly. Banners will be lowered for the customary two minutes silence.

Remembrance Service

Sun 9, 6pm

St Mary’s Church, Stoke Mandeville Local community will come together to remember those who died in the two World Wars and other conflicts.

No Sunday morning service on 9 November.

Fat Quarters Patchwork and Quilting group

Tue 11, 7pm.

Great Missenden Memorial Hall, HP16 9AE Talk by guest speaker Michele Moody on the “History of Applique.” Visitors welcome, cost £5.50. Meetings on the second Tuesday each month. For a full programme of workshops and talks and membership email fatquartersmissenden@gmail.com

The Arts Society Ballinger

Ballinger Memorial Hall HP16 9LQ Wed 12, 10am-3.30pm;

Alexandra Epps will give three lectures on John Piper. Thu 27, 7.30pm; “Comedy classical – how do composers make us laugh?” with Emma Johnson. More on p19.

Board Game Café

Thurs 13 & 27, 2-4pm

Wendover Christian Centre HP22 6JG

Enjoy a variety of games old and new or bring your own to play with others. Open and free of charge for all ages.

Aylesbury Centre for the National Trust

Thu 13, 7.30pm,

Broughton Junior School HP20 1NQ Dick Richards speaks on ‘The Commonwealth War Graves Commission.’ Details from

hon sec, phone 07399 540626, email aylesburycentrent@gmail.com, or Facebook.

Real Magic Weekend

Fri 14-Mon 16, Various locations

Another celebration of books and music around Wendover, organised by Real Magic Books. See p18

Charity Race Night

Fri 14, Doors open 7pm

Stoke Mandeville Community Centre, HP22 5UJ

Fundraiser for Breast Cancer Now. Entry £5 includes snacks. Please bring your own drinks. Contact Jane Brooks hoht12@gmail.com

WI Christmas Fair

Sat 15, 10am-12.15pm, Wendover Memorial Hall, HP22 6HF

Christmas stalls, visit Santa. Free entry.

Sally Evans Artists and Makers Fair

Sat 15, 10am-4pm, St Mary’s Church Hall, Princes Risborough, HP27 0AF

Showcasing an array of high-quality arts and crafts which can be purchased. See p19.

Book Club

Sat 15, 10.30-11.30am

Wendover Christian Centre HP22 6JG

No set books. Just go along and hear what 

others have been reading and, if you wish, talk about something you’ve read – whether you loved it or not. Beginning with coffee and sometimes cake! All welcome.

Aylesbury Vale Stitchers

Sat 15, 2-4.30pm

Wendover Memorial Hall, HP22 6HF

‘Kate Findlay – Working in series.’ A talk on Kate’s different styles of work over the last 15 years. It includes highlights from the Hadron Collider series, the Henley series, some of her licensed work and her landscape and animal series. www.artsfindlay.co.uk

RSPB

Mon 17, 7.30 pm, Prebendal Hall

Community Centre, HP19 7QW

‘Bringing Back the Barn Owl,’ by Steve Thomas of BORG, about owl and kestrel conservation in Bucks. More info at group.rspb.org.uk/Aylesbury

HS2 Public Meeting

Fri 21, 7pm

Wendover Memorial Hall, HP22 6HF

Hear what is happening with the HS2 project and what it means for Wendover. See p15.

Children in Need Tapathon

Sun 23, 12-2pm, Wendover Memorial Hall, Rozelle School of Dance is taking part again

in this biennial event which is for dancers of all ages and abilities. This year the music will be Tina Turner’s Nutbush City Limits. email: suerozelle@gmail.com or phone 01296 622001.

Christmas Wreath Making Workshops

Tue 25 & Sun 30, 7pm, The Bull, SM HP22 5UJ

All materials provided, £55. In aid of Breast Cancer Now. To book email Jane Brooks: hoht12@gmail.com

Compassionate Café, Great Missenden

Wed 26, 11.30am, Great Missenden Library, HP16 0AL

Each session is facilitated by trained volunteers who ensure the café offers a welcoming space for people to come together for emotional support. www.bit.ly/3Zqn5RH.

Wreath Workshops at Lindengate

Fri 28, Sat 29, Tue 2 Dec, 10am–2pm, Wendover, HP22 6BD

Get into the festive spirit with Christmas Wreath Workshops. Learn how to moss and wire a wreath ring, then build your own beautiful design using seasonal greenery and elegant decorations. Prosecco on arrival; tea, coffee, and mince pies throughout. Cost: £60 per person. www.lindengate.org.uk/events

Weston Turville Historical Society

Fri 28, 7.30 for 8pm, Weston Turville Village Hall, HP22 5RW

‘Caversham Park,’ with speaker Dr Stephen Goss. Less than 30 miles from Weston Turville, this remarkable estate has shaped events from the Norman Conquest to the Cold War. First recorded in the Domesday Book, Entrance: £2 members, £3 visitors.

Christmas Pudding Fun Run

Sat 29, Start/finish Bel & the Dragon, High Street, HP22 6DU

Families and festive fun-runners are invited to take part in the Greenfingers Charity Fun Run. Participants can choose a 2km or 5km route. Fancy dress is warmly encouraged. To find out more, email: fundraising@ greenfingerscharity.org.uk or visit www. greenfingerscharity.org.uk

Introduction to Buddhism

Sat 29, 2pm, Wendover Community Library  Free event. Refreshments will be provided. Details from Linda at leleanor22@gmail.com or David at dmpamc@gmail.com. See p9.

Christmas Celebration

Sat 29, 4-7pm, Manor Waste

Organised by Wendover Parish Council, music from local choirs and groups, hosted by Bucks

Radio. Festive food and drink. More details on back page.

Annual Quiz and Chips Evening

Sat 29, 7pm, St Anne’s Hall, HP22 6JG

An important fundraising event for Wendover Community Library, always a popular and enjoyable evening. £15pp, teams of eight. Price includes fish & chips supper. Tables can be booked at the library or by email from fowlmembers@hotmail.com

Festive Tea

Sun 30, 2.30-4.30pm

St Mary’s Church Weston Turville All Welcome.

DECEMBER

Craft Group

Wed 3, 10-12pm, Christian Centre

Poetry Please Fri 5, 10.30am-12pm, Christian Centre See November listings.

Cholesbury-cum-St Leonards Local History Group

Fri 5, 7.15pm

St Leonards Parish Hall, HP23 6NW Women in the First World War, by speaker Stephen Barker.

Art at Wingrave 2025

Fri 5- Sat 7,

Community Centre, Wingrave, HP22 4PE

Annual Christmas Tree Festival

Sat 6, 10am – 5pm, Sun 7, 11.30am – 4.30pm

St Peter & St Paul Church, Great Missenden The festival will raise money to support Wycombe Women’s Aid and the Parish Church. See p11.

Wendover Choral Festive Concert

Sat 6, 7.30pm, St Mary’s Church Wendover A concert of beautifully varied music by English composers. Tickets from the Just shop, Wendover High Street, or online at www.ticketsource.co.uk. See p19.

Christingle all ages service

Sun 7, 10.30am, St Mary’s, Stoke Mandeville, HP22 5XB

Christmas Remembrance

The next edition of Wendover News will be the Bumper double edition for December and January. Because it will not be delivered until the first week of December, we are listing the earlier events. You will also be able to find updates to the event listings on our website.

Now in its sixth year this vibrant, joyful and free pre-Christmas Art Event showcases the enthusiasm and talent of local artists and makers. For opening times See p19.

Discover Bucks Museum, Aylesbury Sat 6 & Sun 14, opening times vary. Discover the magic of the season with The

Sun 7, 2–4pm Bierton Crematorium Sun 14, 2-4pm Chilterns Crematorium Join Buckinghamshire Council Bereavement Services for their annual Christmas remembrance events. Enjoy carols, readings, festive crafts, and refreshments in a warm, welcoming setting for reflection and remembrance. Free to attend and open to all. For

Introduction to Nichiren Buddhism

explore a simple philosophy for

happiness and peace

Wendover Library, High St , Wendover, HP22 6DU

Saturday 29 November th 2PM-3.30PM

FREE ENTRY

Everyone welcome bring a friend

REGULAR EVENTS

Discover Bucks Museum, Aylesbury

Opening times vary – check website. Step back to the 1990s with the new exhibition ‘I Grew Up 90s’ and relive the decade that brought us Cool Britannia, Britpop, Teletubbies, Trainspotting, Lara Croft and the Spice Girls. Open now until 22 February 2026. See www.discoverbucksmuseum.org

Yoga and Mindful Art Classes

Guide Hut, Manor Crescent, Wendover, HP22 6HH

Mon/Wed 10:30 - 11:15am Chair Yoga. www.happywellyoga.com/classes/chair-yoga Mons 11:30-12:30 Mindful HeART Class. www.artyparty.fun/mindful-heart-Mondays

Friday 09:00-10:00 SlowFlow Yoga  Friday 10:15-11:15 KundaDance  www.happywellyoga.com/classes.

Yoga with Alice D

Mons, Halton Village Hall, HP22 5NG 7-8.15pm, Pregnancy Yoga, 8.30-9.45pm, Women’s Yoga.

Weds, Wendover Memorial Hall, HP22 6HF 10.30-11.30am, Mum and Baby Yoga, 12-1pm, Nurture Baby Massage. www.yogawithaliced.com.

Your local Aerial and Satellite Specialist

Old Aerial & Satellite removal service including old cables and clips.

Call Rob: 01296 330621 / 07816 659644 rob@justaerials.co.uk

Simply Walks and Cycle Rides

Wendover – Tuesdays: weekly walks from Wendover Clock Tower, leaving 10am. Socialise afterwards at Wendover Christian Centre. Aston Clinton – Thursdays: from Aston Clinton Park leave 10.30am. Meet beside ‘Your Café in the Park.’ Refreshments available afterwards. Registration is 15 mins beforehand at both locations.

Aylesbury Cycling UK – Sundays. Easy pace: every first and third week of the month, about 30 miles. Newcomers: each second and fourth week and about 20 miles. www. cyclinguk.org/group/aylesbury-cycling-uk

Seated exercise classes

Mons, 2-3pm, Aston Clinton Baptist Church, HP22 5EX

Tues, 2-3pm, The Ark Stoke Mandeville HP22 5UT

Weds, 1.15-2.15pm, Wendover Health Centre HP22 6LD

Thus, 2-3pm, Weston Turville Village Hall HP22 5RW

Details: www.activeinthecommunity.org.uk/ seated-exercise

All classes £3 per session, cash on arrival. Book in advance with amelia.evans@aitc.org. uk or 07399 748803.

Weekly Seated Exercise & Forever Cycling Sessions

Tues, 2-3pm, The Ark, Stoke Mandeville Contact amelia.evans@aitac.org.uk 073997 48803 www.activeinthecommunity.org.uk/ over-50s

Diamond Bridge Club

Tues 6.45 for 7pm, Ellesborough Village Hall, HP17 0XA

A friendly club who play bridge in a relaxed environment. If you have questions or would like to join, email membership secretary DBCAylesbury@yahoo.com

Cracklewick Morris

Tues 8.15-10.15pm

Halton Village Hall, HP22 5NG

An all-inclusive mixed Morris side who meet most Tuesdays for dance practice. Everyone welcome – musicians and dancers. No experience needed to dance. Email cracklewickmorris@gmail.com

To give you time to get ad artwork, events and content to us for the next double-month edition, we have extended the deadline by five days to Monday 17 November.

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Local News

Stoke Mandeville: Big changes to road routing

An ancient traffic route through the old village of Stoke Mandeville, which was mentioned in the Doomsday book, will be changing permanently over the next couple of weeks. We have had notice from EKFB that at the end of October, it will be closing the Risborough Road permanently. On or about 5 November, the relief road (bypass) will open. A couple of weeks later, it will open a new spur to allow access to the Goat Centre and nearby businesses.

This means that traffic travelling from Aylesbury (on the road past the hospital) to Terrick – and vice versa – will be routed via the new bypass. It will leave the Lower Road at the recently completed roundabout and rejoin the existing route of the A4010 at Nash Lee, just before Freemantle Court care home. The part of the A4010 near the Goat Farm complex, where the ugly HS2 bridge goes overhead, will be closed to traffic. Access into the Goat Farm complex will then be restricted to the spur off the newly opened road.

Stoke Mandeville Society are planning a celebration of village life on 22 Nov as result of the closure. There will be downsides for

businesses – not just the Goat centre but The Woolpack and The Bull pubs, as access is going to be restricted. On the up-side, Jo Durden-Moore said: “The ‘village will go back to feeling like a village, not the current gridlock car park that it has been the past few years.” She will be reporting on the effects of the changes in Wendover News next month.

For updates, see the https:// wendovernews.co.uk/news/ local-transport-closures-for-hs2-works/

Everybody get your skateboards out!

The skatepark at Ashbrook Park has been open for more than three months and we are told it is well-used. We heard a rumour that some old people over the age of 25 had been seen there, so we tried to extract details from Wendover Parish Council's estates manager, Phoebe, at the clocktower. She replied: “No comment”.

The skatepark was designed for young people to have fun together with their friends. Older people should be under the supervision of a responsible teenager.

Wendover Motor Spares has been helpfully stocking skateboards and accessories. From the beginning of November, it will be selling

raffle tickets from its shop next to the petrol station on Aylesbury Road, with the chance to win one of a choice from the boards shown above. The draw will take place at the beginning of December and money raised will be donated to the British Heart Foundation. Selling boards is a return to a tradition for the shop, which used to sell skateboards years ago, before the skatepark was moved to London Road.

Buddhism comes to Wendover

Few people might think of Wendover as being a significant place in the history of Buddhism in the west. But In the 1980s, a small group of Japanese Buddhist monks and nuns moved into temporary accommodation at Cobblers Hill, near Dunsmore, under the leadership of The Most Venerable Nichidatsu Fujii. It was 

from here that they organised the construction of the first peace pagoda in the Western hemisphere, at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes. A second pagoda followed soon after in the middle of London at Battersea.

Buddhism is often thought of as a religion. In fact, it is a spiritual philosophy that can be followed by people of other faiths, or even people that don’t think of themselves as being ‘religious’. Over four decades since the arrival of those people who built the peace pagodas, there is now another group of Buddhists in Wendover. Wendover News spoke to one of their representatives, David Pullinger, who is a Wendover resident. We asked him to explain:

“Nichiren Buddhism is a lay organisation with no priests and no temples. It emphasises the development of the huge potential in all of us to achieve our goals, and to find solutions to all our problems. The answers lie within us – there are no external sources needed. The goal is the happiness of all human beings. I started practising Nichiren Buddhism after discussing it with my wife, who has been chanting for several years.”

Chanting is an important part of Buddhist practice and is looked upon as a sort of meditation. He continued: “This led me to read a book entitled ‘Change your Brainwaves – Change your Karma.’ It publishes data about the positive effect that chanting has on our brain function. This seemed impressive and persuaded me to try it out. I achieved some early successes which convinced me to continue.”

Chanting is recommended by many practitioners as a route to personal serenity and fulfilment, making a positive contribution to mental health. It also creates social bonds between people who share a strong desire to promote compassion and work towards global peace. Groups of Nichiren Buddhists around the world have had significant impact on disarmament, cooperation and humanitarian initiatives. David says: “Nichiren Buddhism is a transformative practice, chanting to reveal the Buddha in our lives, which is courage, compassion and wisdom.” You can find out for yourself by attending an event being

run in Wendover Community Library on 29 November at 2pm.

The event, ‘Introduction to Buddhism’ is free, and there will be plenty of time for questions on the day. Further information can also be found at sgi-uk.org

Choice of three new bus routes to Aylesbury and Chesham

Wendover has three new bus services run by Red Rose Travel. Clare Stringfellow has brought to our attention that the 55, 55A and 55B run between Aylesbury and Chesham from Monday to Saturday, with each taking a slightly different route. Places served include Elm Farm, Stoke Mandeville, Weston Turville, Tring, Cholesbury, Great Missenden and Wigginton, as well as Wendover.

Furthermore, the fare is a flat £3, making it much cheaper than Chiltern Railways replacement bus service. The usual concessionary fares also apply.

Do check times though, as they only run every two hours and finish in the early evening. However the service is a welcome help to our community.

For further information about routes and timetables see: www.bit.ly/4mVulgN

Rotary Roundup

Rotary in Wendover and District has now given away its annual donations for Rotary year 2024-5. In September the Weston Turville Sea Scouts received £2000 which will enable the Group to complete another item on the wish list for the new HQ (see also page 30 in the October print edition of Wendover News).

Another £2000 was given to Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity (FNHC) on Wednesday 1 October. FNHC joined with South Bucks Hospice on Friday 3 October so it now covers a much larger area in Bucks and its borders.

In addition, they supported the Rotary Foundation, £567 this year, which enables local Rotarians to access matched grants for projects such as planting up an outdoor area near the Gutmann Stadium on the edge of the Stoke Mandeville Hospital site. There was also a donation of £590 to End Polio Now, an international charity started by Rotary International in 1985 which continues to work hard to eradicate polio worldwide.

Jane Larkham said: “In October we held our 6th annual Duck Races on the Heron Stream near the Community Orchard. In December we are organising our usual Santa ecoSleigh around as many roads as we can visit in Wendover and Weston Turville. The number of ecoSleigh evening outings depends very much on the number of volunteers. If you would like to support Rotary in Wendover and learn about our community involvement at local and international level, please contact Cheryl on rotary.md3@gmail.com.”

Can you help run a warm space in Stoke Mandeville?

Planning for a festive community warm space event has started in Stoke Mandeville, but it can’t happen without local volunteers to help. Just a two to three hours shift, weekly from mid-December to early January can help bring

holiday joy to everyone.

Duties that need volunteers include: opening/closing the centre; managing the hot drinks station; and assisting with crafts, activities and games.

Even if you can’t spare time to be at the space itself, you could help with donations and other activities. This might include donating non-perishable goods; bringing and sharing food contributions; donating little gifts for children; and general skill sharing.

If you would like to volunteer or send a donation, email assistant.clerk@ stokemandeville-pc.gov.uk or phone 01296 613888.

Christmas Tree Festival – St Peter & St Paul’s Church, Great Missenden –6 and 7 Dec

The winter months can seem so dark and cold – it is no surprise that many winter festivals have light as part of their tradition – Christmas, Diwali, Hanukkah and Yule. Introducing candles, and things that sparkle and glint have been a centuries old tradition in the cold months in the UK that was often combined with the green foliage also encouraged into the home around the Solstice and yule time.

Today both those traditions are brought together with fairy lights and a Christmas tree, both of which evoke feelings of happiness and warm expectations when everything else can seem a bit gloomy.

To celebrate and expand the sensation of hope and joy St Peter & St Paul Church, Great

Missenden, will hold its annual Christmas Tree Festival at the church at the top of Church Lane on Saturday 6 December (10am – 5pm) and Sunday 7 December (11.30am – 4.30pm).

The trees, decorated by local church and community groups, will fill the church with warmth, colour and light, and the festival will raise money to support Wycombe Women’s Aid and the Parish Church. We are delighted to add a Festive Dog Show into our joyful mix.

All visitors can enjoy a wide range of festive activities, including:

• Brunch and refreshments inside the church

• Children’s activities and Santa’s Grotto

• Festive Dog Show on Sunday, 7th Dec at 1pm – dress up your dog and win prizes!

• Bell ringing and live music

• Arts, crafts, home-made preserves, and decorations for sale

• The ever-popular Luxury Hamper Raffle and lots of Christmas goodies!

With the fresh smell of fir and pine, together with the twinkling lights on the trees, surrounded by seasonal music, and a warm community spirit, it promises to be a warm hug of a celebration of the Christmas spirit appealing to all ages.

For more details, contact the Parish Office: 01494 862352 or office@missendenchurch. org.uk

Christmas in The Lee

Katie Michaelson-Yeates writes from the ‘Shop at The Lee’: ‘Our Christmas Market has become an regular fixture in the shop’s calendar. This year the Christmas Food and Gift Market is taking place on Saturday 8 November, from 8.30am to 1pm in The Lee Parish Hall next to the shop.

The tables will be laden with all your favourites. Charity Christmas cards, pretty napkins, advent calendars and crackers. As well as plants and door wreaths, there will also be wrapping materials for your presents and beautiful decorations. We have increased the selection of stocking-filler gifts for children. On the food tables there will be traditional stollen, panettone, a range of cakes and pastries, chocolates, liqueur bottled fruit

After six years as associate priest at St Mary’s church in Wendover, Nadine Rose is leaving the post. She will take her last church service there on 2 November.

Nadine is seen here at this year’s Easter service, in the centre between vicar Sally Moring and curate Matthew Routledge. She was ordained in 2016 and worked as a curate in Wychert Vale Benefice (covering six churches between Thame and Aylesbury). She then joined the Wendover vicar Sally Moring in November 2019 in the newly created position of associate priest, in effect an assistant to the vicar who is licensed to perform many of the same roles.

Just four months later the Covid-19 lockdowns would start, so Nadine’s first year was far more challenging than anyone could have foreseen!

While at Wendover, her role has particularly involved working with families and children. She set up the weekly Sparklers group for pre-school babies, toddlers, their parents, grandparents and carers, who meet at the church on Mondays for play and chat.

baklava much more. We’ll also have Christmas ales and spirits. There will be plenty there, including gifts, to make your Chriistmas merry.

‘Shop at The Lee’ is a non-profit enterprise, run mainly by volunteers. We are on Lee

The Boiler Blokes Wayne & Clinton

Clump Road, Lee Common, Great Missenden, Bucks HP16 9NB. Normal opening hours 8am – 5pm. Half days at weekend & bank holidays

Further details at www.thelee.org.uk/shop Facebook: ShopAtTheLee.

Lee Common School and Nursery

Tucked away in the heart of the Chilterns, about five miles from Wendover, Chesham and Prestwood, is a wonderful small school and nursery offering wraparound care, forest school, yoga, French lessons, sports coaching and much more.

If you are looking for a school for your Reception aged child now, or from September 2026, or a nursery place at any time, please contact Lee Common School on 01494 837267 or email office@leecommon. bucks.sch.uk. There are places available in all year groups up to year two so get in touch to arrange a visit.

Have a look at the Lee Common Church of England School Facebook pages, and instagram.com/leecommonschool, to see some of the many activities that the children take part in during the school day.

Possible new use for a problem brownfield Wendover site

Wendover Parish Council’s Sustainability Working Group and Climate Action Wendover (CLAW) have announced that they are in talks with Thames Water about turning the old Sewage Treatment Works site on the Aylesbury Road into a possible shared use site for biodiversity.

The works closed down some time in the 1960s and has been derelict ever since. About 30 years ago it was fenced off, as the unevenness of the ground was making it dangerous for walking over. It is marked as a contaminated site and broken concrete, equipment foundations and the remains of subsurface tanks make it unsuitable for agricultural, residential or commercial use.

Thames Water has targeted the site to use in order to meet their statutory requirements for biodiversity. The groups say that the project would be of benefit for both the community and wildlife, which started to establish itself on the site. The next step is for members of the group to discuss the feasibility of the project with the Thames Water biodiversity team.

The project was one of six presented to delegates for discussion at the Community Climate Action Day held on Saturday 11 October in Weston Turville. See page 22.

Scarecrow Trail

Jane Larkham writes: Many people in Wendover took part making scarecrows over the summer. Even more people enjoyed following the trail in September, when they were judged. Presentations were due to be made by Steph Parkinson, the new headteacher at John Hampden Infants School, on the Manor Waste during the Local Produce market on Saturday 18 October.

Beryl Hunter led this inter-generational community event, with practical support from Kristan of Gusto , admin and comms by Sue, at Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity Shop, and Gill Merry.

The whole effort raised £650 for Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity. Now everyone involved can relax until spring when the urge to make scarecrows will start to grow again.

This was after the November print edition of Wendover News went to press, but the judges kindly informed Wendover News who the winners were in advance. We can keep secrets!

Medispa treats skin with medical experience

Lorna Evans noticed during her career of 18 years as a “hospital GP” in A&E that it really is true that our skin is a protective organ. It should be treated with care along with our digestive system and heart/lung system etc. Lorna became worried that some skin therapies involving apparently medical procedures, including injections, were being carried out by therapists with very short training, with products which weren’t necessarily pharmaceutical grade ingredients or manufacture. Enter Lorna’s sister Jenny who, with a long and successful history in business was able to help Lorna to set up Wendover Medispa in Robert Mews. This is an oasis of calm through the archway next to Craftyard and the pedestrian lights in Wendover High Street. So far Lorna has found that most of her clients are well beyond teenage skin problems, so she organised an open evening in October with another friend, Naomi, a GP presenting Menopause, Me and My Skin. Over a glass of Prosecco or sparkling elderflower, the two GPs explained to an audience ranging widely in age, how their particular expertises could help. They started off by acknowledging that women often solve problems to support the men in their lives,

Judges’ Favourite

1. Big Bad Wolf by Louise Eacott

2. The Hungry Caterpillar by Alison Duggan

3. Mr Men by Katherine Furmston

Correct Guesser Champions: equal first Carolyn Allen and Imogen Furston

People’s Favourite

1. SpongeBob by Carolyn Allen

2. Stickman by Martin Phillips

3. Whale & Snail by Katherine and Grace

rather than just for their own benefit. Lorna was born and brought up in Wendover so she is very familiar with its people and is very happy to serve them with good advice. She still works as an NHS doctor so she has up-to-date training. She offers a free initial interview with no obligation to purchase, but she will give frank and medically accurate advice about the myriad of

products on offer to help with skin problems. You can get a feel for her approach on the Wendover Medispa Facebook page. As a GP looking holistically at her clients, she is about to introduce the option of blood tests to speed up diagnosis.

Learn more at www.wendovermedispa. co.uk, email enquiries@wendovermedispa. co.uk or phone 07565 781840.

Peter Bird Garden Design

Café society in Wendover

Words and photo by

Jo Durden-Moore

I had the pleasure of taking an hour to visit a few of our wonderful establishments on a bright autumn day. It led to some fascinating findings about what is on offer in our pretty market town. I was lucky enough to be able to speak with the owners, managers or in some cases the chefs. Unsurprisingly, they are all providing their version of pumpkin spice for the season (coffee, tea, cakes) and after discussing their new menus and tasting their coffees I was ready to sit at my desk and write up my review with real enthusiasm.

While this is by no means an exhaustive listing of every café, coffee or tea shop on the High Street (or just off it), it is a snapshot of the quality, creativity and foodie-focused offerings.

No2 Pound Street

Their usual delicious coffee remains on offer, with sandwiches and lots of cheese. There is a new special triple cheese sandwich, with some of the finest cheeses served on sourdough bread. Owner James Grant is hosting the shop’s 15th birthday celebrations at St Mary’s church on 7 November, and organising the Christmas on the Manor “slow food” celebration on 21 November, with great ethical and local traders.

Whitewaters

A recent refurbishment coincides with some new soup varieties: pea and mascarpone being a top seller. Vegan cakes now on offer and excitingly handmade Battenburg cake now on the menu (sadly sold out when I was visiting). The weekend breakfast menu will be

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revamped ready for November. They will be open for late-night shopping events and the Christmas lights switch-on, serving flavoured hot-chocolates and other goodies.

Lady Grey

New seasonal coffee flavours and teas now in stock, with homemade mince pies available from November, and Christmas treat boxes also on sale in November through to Christmas. Seasonal soups, sandwiches and flavoured hot chocolates are among the offerings.

Craftyard

After trialling breakfast until 12pm with lunches of smash burgers, sandwiches and salads, customer feedback indicated they were missing the all-day breakfast-and-brunch. So, it’s switched back to the original offering from when Craftyard opened a few years go, and the brunch menu is offered all day again. Coffee and all manner of teas are also still on sale, along with the well-stocked bar.

Rumsey’s

Loads of Halloween chocolate on offer, as you’d expect, but it is now serving a small savoury menu, after only serving sweet items for some time. Cheese scones, soups and focaccias are on the menu, with some new cake varieties including apple and salted caramel, plus home made mince pies from mid-November. Winter favourites are also back in the chocolate counter – gin spice, raspberry log and pistachio marzipan - yum !

Crumbs Café

The popular standard menu remains in place for the autumn season, with fry-up breakfast

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still greatly appreciated by its loyal customer base. New on the menu is a delicious falafel and burgers can be included with the brunch grill if you wish.

Bread & Brew

Now open 7 days a week, with new menu additions of home-made soups, overnight oats, sandwiches, jacket potatoes and salad boxes - all take-away or eat-in. Their sourcing is all Bucks based, with their coffee brandDoe & Fawn - sourced near Woburn Sands. It’s delicious and smooth and is available to purchase for brewing at home. Their retail range is increasing, and they will be happy to order in any of the range. They have also increased their Holy Cow tea range, which is sourced from Aylesbury, so lots to try out in November.

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Wendy Teverson (r) with her colleague Gerardo Gonzaez at ‘Bread and Brew’

WHS2: The people doing their best for Wendover

By Richard Byford

When I arrived a few minutes later than I had hoped, at a meeting of the Wendover HS2 Mitigation Action Group (WHS2), two of the volunteers were in intense debate about the benefits and drawbacks of a plan produced by EKFB – HS2’s main civil works contractor for North Chilterns.

They couldn’t agree on the design that EKFB had submitted to Buckinghamshire Council, for restoration of the area where Ellesborough Road goes over the HS2 works. They were friendly and polite to each other, but in that instant, the only things they could agree on was that the ‘official’ plan was over-engineered, it would not be good for the people living in the area and that money was probably going to be wasted.

Somebody piped in: “It’s as if EKFB didn’t get the email.” They were talking about the outcome of a meeting which took place in Wendover in early summer this year. With the help of Greg Smith MP, WHS2 and Wendover Parish Council had met with Mark Wild, who has been given the task of getting HS2 finished as well as it can be without wasting further time or money. As a result of the meeting, Mark Wild agreed that HS2 would interact with Wendover residents via a single point of contact and took away a number of mitigation points the community wanted to be addressed.

WHS2 members believe that this meeting has been a turning point in their 15-year existence, where it has finally been recognised that Wendover has some legitimate concerns and a right to be heard.

The story of hopeful protest Wendover HS2 Mitigation Action Group is part of a history of opposition to HS2 which began in 2009. Until that point, much of Britain thought that the general idea of having a railway running up the spine of the country was a good one.

For many though, that changed the following year when it was revealed that the route would crash through the centre of the Chilterns – specifically, through what was then called the ‘Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB)’ and now, ‘National Landscape’.

Murray Cooke one of the first members of WHS2, gave me a potted history of the early years of opposition: “In March of 2010, the new HS2 Ltd published a report confirming their preference for the route to run

through the Chilterns, emerging from the hills at the Wendover Gap.

“Opposition materialised and quickly brought together many groups into the HS2 Action Alliance, which first met in Quainton on 18 April of that year. A few days later The Wendover Society called a public meeting and soon after the group known as WenSTAG was formed – the forerunner of WHS2.”

From 2010 until 2021, several initiatives and campaigns ran in parallel. A large amount of energy was put into stopping HS2 by lobbying, making representations to parliament and bringing the emerging injustices to the notice of national media.

Separate from that, popular resistance

emerged and was characterised by demonstrations, notably the White Elephant protest in 2011 (seen above in the Manor Waste).

In the meantime, other bodies including Wendover and Halton Parish Councils, supported by the group, challenged the detail of the HS2 proposals laid before the Parliamentary Select Committees. Their efforts to get the long Chilterns tunnel extended to an area north of Wendover were unsuccessful, but it did result in an extension to the “cut-and-cover” Wendover Green Tunnel and other important changes.

However, the ‘High Speed Rail (London –West Midlands) Act 2017’ (The Act), received royal assent on 23 February 2017. This act,

in effect, gave HS2 draconian powers that overrode those of the county councils and the parish councils over any land through which HS2 would pass.

In the meantime, the mitigation group continued to work hard to reduce the impacts on Wendover. It may not be obvious now, but a lot was achieved during that period, including resurfacing of the by-pass and forcing HS2 to recognise that there was a problem with the Chilterns aquifer water that they had to deal with.

The group updated its name to “WHS2 Mitigation Action Group” and pledged to “Do what’s right for Wendover.” The intent was to reduce the worst effects locally, by engaging constructively with HS2 and EKFB (HS2’s local contractor) and forcing a dialogue with the councils.

Perseverance and Persistence

In 2021 Boris Johnson authorised mobilisation for the construction of HS2. Murray continued: “It had been the practice for EKFB to do whatever they wanted, at a time which suited them. Whilst Buckinghamshire Council is a ‘Qualifying Authority’ with a role to review and authorise some of the EKFB designs (and subsequent road closures and night working), it has rarely been able to influence the timing or nature of the works.

“The parish council was in a worse position. It isn’t an official consultee and has had very little, if any, influence on what HS2 and EKFB did. WHS2 has helped bridge the gap by ensuring our MP and councillors are engaged and at least maintained a dialogue.

“This collaboration finally paid dividends when the community was able to push back against EKFB and HS2. When HS2 was overruled in a planning hearing relating to the construction of the ‘spring chamber’ (see front page of Wendover News, May 2025 ) this reached national news. As a result, it has forced EKFB and HS2 to listen to the community and to re-think their ideas.”

People making their views about the cost of HS2 plain, in 2012 on a hillside visible to PM David Cameron

Time to be heard

Since the August meeting with Mark Wild there have been some positive changes and a more collaborative approach is becoming evident. It has become obvious that while EKFB has excellent engineers, it can’t possibly be right that contractors who don’t know the area have not consulted with the community first with their plans. This is particularly the case with the reinstatement of landscaping and returning land after the work is complete. This more collaborative approach comes with a few caveats: Some decisions are technical necessities that can’t be worked around, and any improvements accepted need also to have a cost reduction business case and not jeopardise the project timescales.

For the WHS2 Group this means that now is not the time to give up on their efforts. Indeed, they remain optimistic that some positive changes can still be made in the next couple of years as the railway gets completed.

The challenge for WHS2 is that the

HS2 update

“Wendover after HS2 – have your say!” Public Meeting –21 November

With the Parish Council, we are holding an HS2 Update public meeting at the Wendover Memorial Hall on Friday 21 November from 19:00. Come along and hear about what’s happening with the HS2 project, what this means for Wendover, and help us prioritise what’s most important for the community. We’ve been increasing activity on how land will be restored once HS2 is finished; and need your input about what you think should be done.

Spring Chamber planning application update

We are pleased to report that HS2 and EKFB have taken on board the local community feedback about their plans to create a “Spring Chamber” in the fields at the end of Dobbins Lane.

EKFB has now submitted a revised planning application that addresses the two main issues, with construction traffic now planned to access the site from Nash Lee End; crossing the field adjacent to King’s Farm Shop. This removes the need for HGV lorries to come along South Street and Dobbins Lane, which

thousands of people affected by HS2 will probably have a range of opinions about what ‘good’ looks like at the detailed level. The challenge of getting members of a family to agree what to watch on the telly will pale by comparison. Hence the WHS2 Group is seeking to be a conduit for the best ideas coming from the community and at the same time asking for volunteers to help with the process.

Public meeting on 21 November

There will be a public meeting called “Wendover after HS2 – have your say,” on Friday 21 November, 7pm, at Wendover Memorial Hall. It’s the same night as the Christmas on the Manor event but with only a one-hour overlap, so you could visit both!

The event will start with a free glass of wine and a programme of presentations, giving an insight to what progress has been made over the year. The group intends to focus on the years ahead: noise mitigation, reinstatement

of footpaths, bridleways and cycleways and, just as important, landscaping. Crucially, it wants to listen to your feedback.

WHS2 members: currently the team includes Murray Cooke, Andy Band, Ron Petersen, Richard Williams and Martin Baxter. Andrew Burnet covers noise implications of the railway when in operation. Collectively, the team has professional experience in managing large projects and programmes such as: mechanical, civil, electronic engineering and hydrogeology; project controls and systems; legal and commercial law relating to construction contracts and disputes. James Harrington helps with comms and noise modelling. Wendover Parish council sends an observer to most meetings. WHS2 is actively supported by Wendover News and the parish council.

was of great concern to residents.

Secondly, the need for a permanent upgrade of the Public Right of Way across the fields into a permanent access road has been removed, which means the visual impact in the Chilterns National Landscape area of outstanding natural beauty has been minimised.

Wendover Green Tunnel progress

Work has started on building the “Phase 2” section, with concrete tunnel segments now being installed near Bacombe Lane. The “Phase 3” northern section needs a new access road from the Wendover bypass for delivery of the concrete tunnel segments. In September there was an unexpected

overnight removal of a mature tree line along a lengthy stretch of the bypass (see photo at top of page). This breaches the limits of permitted construction noise and

Tree clearance beside the Wendover Bypass, 14 September. Photo: Andy Band.

also the extent of the land that was allowed to be cleared. We have raised this with Bucks Council and EKFB, due to the ongoing increased construction noise levels now being experienced at Thornton Crescent.

We are also concerned about the longer term situation where mature trees are expected to form part of the mitigation of noise from HS2 trains for North Wendover residents. Our modelling shows a need for trackside noise barriers in the North Cutting to meet the noise levels expected in the HS2 legislation, and we will be reviewing the situation with EKFB and HS2.

Small Dean Lane cycleway

The temporary bridleway that enabled a safe cycle route between Wendover and Dunsmore was closed for 17 months from May 2024 for the construction of the underbridge that will allow traffic to access Small Dean Lane underneath the future railway embankment. The bridge is now due for completion by the end of this year.

We have been pressing EKFB to consider alternative ways of providing a safe cycle route, including escalation to Greg Smith MP and Mark Wild, the HS2 CEO. However, after detailed consideration of options, EKFB now thinks that it will not be possible to create a path through the works until the rebuilding of Small Dean Lane is finished; currently expected in early 2028.

Issues with HS2?

If you’re affected by the HS2 construction activity in the Wendover area, please contact the HS2 Helpdesk team on 08081 434 434 (which is available 24 hours a day) or email hs2enquiries@hs2.org.uk to get your issues resolved.

It helps if you have photographic evidence and please get a complaint reference number so that we at WHS2 can also follow up issues as needed.

Need our help?

If you need further help, want to join us, or have ideas and suggestions that would mitigate the community impact, then get in touch at enquiries@whs2.org

Doing what’s right for Wendover See www.whs2.org

Grove Farm Access underbridge, 5 October 2025. Photo: Murray Cooke.

Culture, Performing and Visual Arts

Written and compiled by Jo Durden-Moore

Real Magic turns 3 with packed celebrations

Saturday 27 September saw a crowd turn out to celebrate this much-loved community asset in the heart of the town. There was a Real Magic Bar, Morris dancing and special guests and people from far and wide came to share in the festivities.

Owner Carl Gosling writes, ‘A massive thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate three years on the High St a few weeks ago, we can’t believe how quickly the time has gone. Big love to the crew behind the lovely Caper Zine for joining us and for bringing the New Moon Morris dancers and musicians to the street. It was a colourful and energetic few hours, we totally loved it! And a huge thank to our guest speakers Will Burns and Priya Hein and everyone who joined us in the evening for the readings and drinks.

“We are always going on about how hard it is to run a shop right now, especially one that is pretty purist about selling books and has creativity and community at its heart. But we love it, we love being here at the heart of the village, we love bringing special guests out to the Chilterns and recommending you all books every day. Thank you for your support. Keep it coming! Keep buying books and we’ll try and stick about for another year (or three!), if we can!”

Local artist selected for prestigious exhibition

Amanda Curbishley, a contemporary local artist based in Aylesbury, has been selected for the ING Discerning Eye 2025 Exhibition. Specialising in acrylic and mixed media, her work explores the interplay between texture, colour, and emotion, drawing

inspiration from the natural world and human experience. Inclusion in the exhibition marks a significant milestone in her artistic career, placing her among a select group of artists recognised for originality and talent by a distinguished panel of selectors. One of her recent pieces, ‘Stained by the Light’ (see photo), reflects her signature approach—an interplay of colour, light, and simplified natural forms to evoke a sense of place and emotional resonance.

The annual show, known for celebrating both emerging and established UK artists, is unique in its format, featuring works selected by six prominent figures from the art world, each curating their own section of the show. The exhibition promotes diversity in style, medium, and subject, with all artworks available for purchase. Amanda’s work will be exhibited at the Mall Galleries, London, during the exhibition’s run in November 2025.

What’s happening in our area…

Bucks Art Society Annual Exhibition

Buckinghamshire Art Society is holding its 2025 Autumn Exhibition at the Wendover Memorial Hall for the second year on 1st and 2nd November. The Exhibition will open on the evening of the 31st October with the announcement of the Young Artist Award (YAA) at 6:30pm. YAA is a county wide initiative supported by Bucks Art Society to encourage artistic ability among younger members of the public. The exhibition will be opened at 7:00pm. Drinks and snacks will be provided and is open to all.

Real Magic Mini-Festival Weekend IV

Wendover will host the fourth installation of these popular festivals on 14 – 16 November, with another celebration of books and music around the town. There will be talks by authors, including award-winning travel writer Monisha Rajesh speaking about her new book on night train journeys, ‘Moonlight Express.’ The Sunday Times bestselling ‘Craft Land’ writer and broadcaster James Fox will be there. An evening at the King and Queen will host Sam Reid, author of ‘The Pin Jar.’ Other authors include Gemma Ogston, author of ‘The Self-Care Cookbook,’ Ana Sampson talking about ‘Gods and Monsters’ at a special mythic family event, and many more. There will also be a free print workshop, a walk in the woods, a disco in the pub, and live music in the shop, the British Legion and St Mary’s Church. The artist line-up includes Brown Horse, Sidney Jones, The Murmuration, Martha and the Fairy, Boneshake and many others.

Carl Gosling writes, ‘We’re always delighted to put these events on and love the support we get from everyone in Wendover. They are gatherings where we can talk, drink and dance together, but they are also a great help for supporting the shop. Come and buy a

Stained by the light, by Amanda Curbishley

book, grab a ticket, buy a beer, because all of this helps us to keep the Real Magic lights and nights on all year round.’

There will be a limited amount of weekend tickets available plus individual event tickets too. See www.realmagicbooks.com, Instagram or Facebook for further details and to book tickets.

Little

Bird Gallery Christmas Fair

Kaija-Isabella Coates, a VIG Young Artist, says that since being acquired in 2009, the gallery has become a pillar of Wendover’s creative scene, as well as Buckinghamshire as a whole. The gallery’s owner Melanie Bird describes the artworks housed there as “joyful,” with jewellers, painters, potters, glass artists and an array of other mediums thoughtfully showcased.

The gallery’s upcoming Christmas Fair, running throughout November and December, will exhibit and sell festive designs from local artists and creatives. The upstairs space will host at least 10 artists and makers who have all made unique gifts especially for the ‘pop up’ Christmas shop. It starts from Saturday 1 November through to Christmas Eve. Open every day except Mondays.

Sally Evans Artists & Makers Fair

St Mary’s Church Hall, Princes Risborough, 15 November 2025, 10am to 4pm will host a fair of originality and excellence, offering exhibitors a welcoming, well-organised environment and access to a local audience. Local fairs showcase an array of local talent. Visitors not only have the chance to meet the makers but also purchase high-quality art and craft directly from the creators, including ceramics, textiles, prints, and jewellery. See www.sallyevansevents.com for more information.

Ballinger Arts Society

The Society will be running two events in Ballinger Memorial Hall. Wednesday 12 November is a study day from 10.00-3.30pm. Alexandra Epps will give three lectures on John Piper, an artist who has painted, written

about, designed stained glass and undertaken commissions for cathedrals, churches, cottages and coastlines. £30 including coffee, cake and a light lunch.

Thursday 27 November at 7.30pm for 8.00pm, will be will be the monthly lecture, “Comedy Classical – How do Composers Make us Laugh?” with Emma Johnson, described by The Times as Britain’s favourite clarinettist. She looks at snippets from Mozart’s ‘A Musical Joke’ and Saint-Saens ‘Carnival of the Animals’. Also taking in along the way footage of Charlie Chaplin, Dudley Moore and Victor Borge to uncover the techniques composers use to make us chortle. Booking is essential, details at www. theartssocietyballinger.org.uk.

Wendover Xmas Lights Switch-on

This annual event brings the community together on the Manor Waste, on Saturday 29 November from 4pm, hosted by Bucks Radio and organised by the Parish Council. Local singing performances, activities, late night opening, food stalls and festivities all on offer.

Wendover Singers Christmas Concert

This years’ concert on 29 November will take place at 6pm, just after the Christmas lights switch-on at St Mary’s Church. This popular community choir, with singers from 6 to more than 90, will be performing much-loved Christmas songs and carols, with audience participation too! Last year’s concert sold-out in a few weeks, so get your tickets early. Adults £10 and £5 for children, including mulled wine and mince pies, available from the Just shop on the High Street, or see www. wendoversingers.com

Wendover Choral Society Christmas Concert

The Society is deep in rehearsals for the next concert on December 6, starting at 7:30pm at St Mary’s church, Wendover. Titled ‘An English Christmas,’ it offers varied music by English composers including Elizabeth Poston, Gerald Finzi, John Rutter and others. Tickets are £17.50, if bought in advance, £20 on the

door and under-18s for £5, including mulled wine and mince pies, are available from the Just shop or see www.wendoverchoral.co.uk

Wingrave Art Event

On 5-7 December, Wingrave community centre, now in its sixth year, will host a vibrant free pre-Christmas art event showcasing the enthusiasm and talent of 20+ local artists and makers. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a collector, someone hunting for original Christmas gifts or simply looking for inspiration, there will be something for everyone. You can meet talented artists and discover a wide range of work including ceramics; photography; paper sculpture; print making; textiles and felt; glass art; jewellery; watercolour, geometric abstracts and mixed media paintings; furniture design; handturned wood and the striking metal sculptures of “riveting welds.”

The organisers are promising a warm welcome, with every corner of the space filled with work and decked out for Christmas, with a bar open throughout the weekend.

The Search for Santa is on !

Tring’s DEMBE theatre is hosting a world-premiere of a new musical written by West End legend Gary Wilmot MBE called Vote For Father Christmas, from 8 – 14 December. After centuries of tireless service, Father Christmas has decided to hang up his boots and retire. The world is thrown into a festive frenzy: who will take over the most magical job ever? Every child across the globe has their chance to cast their vote for Santa’s successor. This is “a sparkling, snow-dusted spectacular musical, filled with mischief, magic, and mayhem and a show for all ages.”

A magical tale is told through toe-tapping numbers and hilarious set pieces. It’s directed and produced by Vale Musical Society with a host of local actors, including 20 children from Wendover and local villages. You can be sure of a great night out, with all profits going to children’s charities Inspire Bucks and The Pepper Foundation. See www.dembetheatre. org for tickets, on sale now.

Did I just see a US president go past?

Not

exactly...

Richard Byford’s take on the big news non-event

Wendover’s closeness to Chequers has often meant that VIP visitors are seen around the town and on the routes leading through to the famous country house. On 18 September this year, people reported seeing the most very VIP who has ever been near Chequers – the much loved and respected fiftysomethingth President of the USA.

Mid-morning, a fleet of big black cars drove through Wendover High Street, which was thronged with several people – one couple was standing two deep. It was clearly an exciting spectacle. Immediately after the cars had past, almost half of the crowd rushed into local shops – one to Rumseys, the other into Block & Butcher. No doubt they wanted to have a sit-down and tell everybody how lucky they had been to see the big black cars. Another rushed into Ivan Cammack’s, maybe to see even more exciting spectacles.

But the big important black cars did not contain the big important orange man! At that time they had been empty – carrying far less important people than the Most Powerful Person in the world. The cars were then going to carry the president all the way from his helicopter, on the front lawn of Chequers, to the front door.

This visit to Chequers was going to be the most exciting thing to happen to Wendover since the last time something moderately exciting happened.

Building a great, great wall

In the week before the president arrived, workmen were seen erecting a greencoloured steel-sheet fence about 2.5 metres (approx 8’ 2 7/16”) high, which appeared to go all the way around Chequers. The part facing the Rignall Road, in full view of motorists and helicopters, was clad with wooden panels and patrolled by dogs. It looked like the biggest shed in Britain. Indeed the very important visitor would have expected a shed in the front garden of a very prestigious house belonging to the Prime Minister, to be very very big.

About every 75 metres or so, tall pylons had been erected, each one with a cluster of LED lights and several video cameras. We couldn’t find anybody to ask about them when we visited the site the weekend before the visit. We think the cameras were provided so that the President could watch the badgers and deer that frequent Chequers grounds at night, to satisfy his passion for the wildlife

and ecology he so cherishes. Cats too, he indicated once. Sadly he was only scheduled to stay at Chequers for a couple of daylight hours.

The honoured guest arrives

On the day, we got to see most of the live action on the BBC, as you would expect. One of two green and white Sea Kings and two Chinooks came into sight, with other helicopters breaking formation and going elsewhere. They probably weren’t lost, as the pilots were all very, very, very well trained.

American military types are all great fans of the President, who is a great military leader himself and offered them the opportunity to go and train in getting rid of ‘enemies within’ in some of the USA’s most exciting cities.

At a recent meeting, he gave them the honorific title of “Bad” –obviously an echo of Michael Jackson’s use of the word.

As the Prime Minister and his esteemed guest prepared to enter the courtyard of the main building, they would have seen the honour guard provided for them by RAF Halton, which is just two miles away. They represented the Royal Air Force very well, looking both professional and smart. In fact, a lot of people would have said they were smartest people in there by far. They weren’t Bad, for sure.

It took a gruelling 1.5 minutes to drive him all the way to the doors of Chequers which was almost 200 metres away. Despite what some commentators have been saying, he could easily have walked all that way unaided. It’s well known that he is by far the fittest and healthiest ever American president in the World today – after all, he told us so.

About 40 or 50 national journalists ran along behind them, nearly tripping over their heavy-duty broadcast-quality tripods and waving microphone booms with dead cats* on the end.

Regrettably, Wendover News’ invitation to cover the event was lost in the post. Either that, or the organisers hadn’t read the copies we have been sending to Chequers for over 20 years. We are not bitter.

A cordon of police officers at Butlers Cross – holding back the crowd of excited locals trying to get a glimpse of the great man from a distance. Photo: Rowland Gadsden

Visitors often come here to sit on the hill overlooking Chequers to eat their sandwiches on special occasions. On the day of the visit, they closed off access, to avoid talks being drowned out by the crowd cheering and playing loud party music in celebration of the visit. Photo: WHS2

The Art of the Meal

The Prime Minister led the incredibly very important President to the front door and welcomed him to his gaff (that’s what our lip-reading AI told us anyway). They were followed in by lots of people wearing ties and an even biglier number wearing exactly identical suits that were all the same.

Last in through the front door was a bloke carrying what looked like a Marks and Sparks shopping bag. Obviously he been sent out to get expensive sandwiches and coffee for lunch. Lesser flunkies would have got bags of downmarket cheese sarnies.

They would have been better advised to have popped into Bread & Brew, Sweeneys, No2, Crumbs, Block & Butcher, or other Wendover purveyors of excellent sandwiches and other lunchtime takeaway comestibles.

Lots of important talking went on, but the BBC deemed it to be too exciting, and cut to the hugely multilingual First Lady (FLOTUS) being shown a big dolls house at Windsor Castle. The highlight of the broadcast came afterwards, when they showed lots of young scouts talking to the new Chief Scout.

To wrap up, they cut back to the PM and his very stable genius guest, talking and smiling to camera – but looking like they had eaten something unpleasant. They should have gone to Whitewaters. Or McCoys.

Finally, the most powerful, wonderful, intelligent, handsome and modest President

in the world took the drive all the way back to the helicopter. It then flew off in the direction of Wendover and Stanstead. And broke down soon after, necessitating a hasty landing at Luton and a

swap to the spare chopper. We phoned the White House to ask for a photo, but the answerphone said that the government was closed. So we used an old one. Thank you for your attention!

The ‘Eisenhower incident’ US presidents visiting Chequers are nothing new, but the security arrangements are vastly different from what they were 65 years ago. Wendover News spoke to 89-year-old Ralph Ludlow, who grew up at Wellwick Farm, less than half a mile west of Wendover.

“In late summer 1959, I was a 23-year-old, working as an agricultural contractor. On a sunny August Sunday afternoon, I was driving a combine harvester to the next job, having just finished harvesting some fields earlier in the day. I’d come from Butlers Cross and turned left at the Princes Risborough Road and started the climb up the hill – quite slowly, because it was big, wide vehicle, designed for harvesting, rather than motor-racing. I remember thinking that it was unusual having people standing on the side of the road waving to me.

“Just as I got halfway up the hill to

*Before you start writing to the BBC, ‘Dead cat’ is a technical term for the furry sleeve over a microphone that stops annoying wind noise. A lot of wind had been forecast for that day. Or hot air, anyway.

the old Bernard Arms, I saw a policeman running towards me, waving both hands. He drew level with the cab and when I opened the window, I decided that he must be a sergeant because of the richness of his vocabulary. He used most of it on me. It took me back to my time in the army as part of National Service, where I had heard most of his words used in anger.

“I slowed down a bit and he started gesturing for me to look behind. I turned round to see a gleaming open-topped white Rolls Royce, clearly trying to get to the place that I was going to, but probably faster.

“I pulled over to the side as best I could, and the Rolls carefully drove past. As it went, I saw President Dwight "Ike" Eisenhower waving at me with a grin on his face. Beside him, but not grinning, was the Prime Minister, Harold Macmillan. They sped off and made a left turn into the Chequers Estate.”

Community workshop covers climate action

By Sean McCarthy

Given the serious challenges surrounding climate change, biodiversity threats and supposed issues of social cohesion, it was very encouraging to see the enthusiasm and expertise evident at the Community Climate Action workshop held on Saturday 11 October at Weston Turville Village Hall.

Rachel Blackmore, chair of the Weston Turville Parish Council, was the driving force behind organising a workshop to identify and plan local environmental initiatives. The village hall was packed, with over 60 attendees including local residents, the Climate Action groups of Wendover and Weston Turville (CLAW and CAWT respectively) as well as interested parties from nearby areas such as Amersham and Iver.

The workshop was facilitated by Community Climate Action UK, a nationwide body that supports local groups in the design and implementation of projects to improve sustainability, reduce our impact on climate change and encourage communities to work for the benefit of all residents.

The day began with a brief overview of some of the challenges we all face from climate change and how these threats might be mitigated at a local level, using examples from other communities in the UK.

Representatives of local community groups introduced projects they are working on, such as improving “active travel” such as linking cycle, scooter and walking routes, and encouraging electric vehicle share schemes. A couple of projects dealt with better domestic and community energy management which could include helping

residents increase home insulation and the potential for a local renewable energy project.

There was also a strong emphasis on food security, looking at local food production and initiatives to reduce food waste and cut down on packaging.

There were ideas to develop education programmes and support setting up citizen science projects and identifying areas to aid residents with their environmental and climate change concerns.

way of bringing together like-minded people to make a real impact in their area.

Some of the well-established local wildbelt projects were also presented. For example, the Wendover Wildbelt took a little-used strip of land on London Road (the former skate park), near St Mary’s church and turned it into a managed wild habitat for many flora and fauna (see Wendover News June 2025 ).

During open discussion sessions, attendees revealed a great depth of expertise available locally. Skills such as environmental management, charities, education and technical computing, are all useful.

Attendees highlighted the large number of organisations already running environmental projects and the even larger number of stakeholders needed to get a project off the ground. Individuals may not know where to begin. This is where Parish Councils and the interest groups they support provide a good

Some of the key aims of Community Climate Action are to help identify stakeholders for specific topics, suggest potential funding, highlight examples from similar projects elsewhere and convene events that lead to projects in the community. Working with an established national body helps local groups to avoid reinventing the wheel, giving a greater chance of success.

The attendees at the workshop were predominately local residents, but it was noted that other stakeholders are needed to make local environmental activities a success. These include businesses, government agencies, schools, other interest groups and people from all walks of life.

Wendover News would love to hear from readers who might have ideaenvironmental projects or who would like to get involved in local environmental activity. Contact editor@ wendovernews.co.uk

Who lets the dogs out? You can!

By Jo Durden-Moore

It’s well-known that dog ownership significantly increased during and after the pandemic, which has created a whole new community of dog lovers. However it sadly also created a host of behavioural issues for our four-legged friends, as they had to adjust to their owners going back to work, being left for long periods and having to socialise with dogs they haven’t met before, with perhaps not having the socialising skills to deal with that in the first place.

‘Freedom fields’ have been available for some time now, especially in larger towns and cities. They are spaces which can be hired to let dogs run free, safe in the knowledge they can’t escape, run away or be injured nor be forced to socialise with dogs they aren’t familiar with. They are particularly good for nervous, anxious or reactive dogs and can give them much-needed space to sniff, run, play or just hang out and not be on guard. While there are many wonderful dog-walking spots in and around Wendover and villages, having a safe space for off-lead freedom is equally important.

Our locality now provides three such freedom fields, offering different spaces and facilities. Moat Farm in Stoke Mandeville village hosts one through Potter Paws, aptly called The Potterings. It offers opportunities to play and interact with dogs in a lovely 2.2 acre facility, with many interesting activities, agility equipment and play areas on site. Sessions of 50 minutes cost £12.50 and you can take up to four dogs. There are reduced rates for packages of five, ten and 20 sessions over 12 months, paid in advance. Full details at www. thepotterings.co.uk

Nearby, opposite The Goat Farm (also in Stoke Mandeville village), Grow Walkies, has recently opened and provides a wonderful space for running free. Grow Walkies is part of a franchise that has been providing safe and secure dog walking fields since 2021 and claims to be the UK’s largest network of secure dog walking fields. The field offers many interactive features, agility equipment and play areas. Prices start at £10 for 30 minutes for one or two dogs, and £12 for up to ten. An hour is £14.50 or £18.00 respectively, with two and three hour sessions also offered. Details at www.grow-walkies.com

water and a washing station for muddy dogs. A quick stop at the farm shop butcher for a marrow bone afterwards would be a lovely addition, with coffee available on-site too,

with a discount on takeaway drinks. Sessions are 50 minutes each at £14.00 for one or two dogs, and £3 extra for each additional dog up to a maximum of six. The farm says that the gaps in its fences are 150mm high, so may not be suited for particularly small and determined dogs. Details at www.kingsfarmshop. co.uk

Just outside Wendover, King’s Farm has opened up one of its fields, accessed through Loudwater Farm, which offers a vast open space overlooking the Chilterns, with drinking

If your dog is showing signs of distress from always being on a lead or having to share his space with other dogs he might not feel comfortable with, then a freedom field for a runarounds and zoomies might be just what they need. Happy walkies !

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Callum Thomas writes: “Wendover FC is very proud of its long and trusted relationship with our sponsor, Sweeneys. The club is very grateful for support the company has given us and we all hope this will continue for many years to come and raise the profile of both the club and the shop.

The club also enjoys the support of members of the community – everybody is welcome. It’s always a pleasure to see new people wanting to join the club. If you

think you might be a potential player, just come to one of our weekly training sessions on Thursday at 8.30pm in the Wendover Football Clubhouse at the John Colet. Also, of course, we can never have too many of our friends and supporters cheering us on us at our regular matches... Just to come down and support the teams. Match days are advertised on our Facebook page, or you can contact the club directly through FaceBook at www.facebook.com/ wendoverfc.towers.”

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The cycling club is looking for a new Leisure and Easy Pace ride co-ordinator. Jeremy Scothern asks if someone can help? “The role has been simplified and all that is required is asking for leaders every two months and sending out the weekly ride reminder email,” he says. “If you want to give it a try, you will get full support in the role. This is an easy position but is still important to the success of the rides.”

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Wendover Bowls Club

Don Knight writes: A few days after the visit of the splendid Chelsea Pensioners we put the green to bed for the winter and prepared the Clubhouse for the indoor shortmat season. An appeal had gone out for helpers starting at. 9.30 but when I got there on time the work was just about complete, and my only contribution was to eat a bacon bun. It says a lot about the club that there is never a shortage of volunteers for chores. The green will have a lot of work done to grass up the bald patches. We still have trouble with a crow who enjoys tearing up the grass looking for insects. One bonus about indoor bowls is that some of our members who find the physical effort needed outdoors is too much, but are able to rejoin us for the indoor season. The obvious plus is of course that it can rain as hard as it likes and we stay dry.

The AGM is in early November. It is usually a lively evening without too much bloodshed. I have no doubt that some axes will be ground but on the whole, I feel the club is in good fettle. Looking back, we have had a good outdoor season with a wet start in the Spring then that scorching hot spell. Perhaps we ought to better in competitions, but we are

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not a ‘win at all cost’ club. I know that some clubs only field their best players and lesser mortals rarely get a game, but we are more inclusive, as I feel is right.

Wendover Cricket Club

Jonathan Seabrook writes: the club begins its winter training programme in early January 2026, with sessions running on Saturdays (juniors) and Sundays (seniors). Potential recruits should contact Dave Smith for juniors at wccjuniorscontact@ gmail.com, or for girls or seniors, contact Jonathan Seabrook on 07767 148119, or email jseabrook@wendoveremail.co.uk

The new nets installation at Witchell have unfortunately been delayed but they’re due to complete on 18 October, when they’ll provide a first-rate practice facility. Work has also been carried out on the ground to fill in some significant depressions, which hopefully will grass over quickly once we get some rain. Work is continuing on the new ground on Tring Road and the pavilion (above) is on track to be weathertight in/by November.

The Mid Bucks League has now dissolved, so the Club’s 1st XI were the final champions of Division 1. Jonathan Seabrook received the League’s 2025 award for the Division 2 bowler taking the most wickets (31).

Building the new Cricket pavilion on Tring Road. This isn’t the final roof colour...

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Wendover Parish Council -

View from the Clock Tower

It’s a busy period for the Parish Council, hoping to make a difference on a lot of local issues.

At the October Parish Council meeting, we agreed our response to the first consultation on the Buckinghamshire Local Plan which sets out where new development will happen and how Buckinghamshire Council will meet the national housing targets.

There are two documents out for consultation and they are not an exciting bedtime read but an important one. They can be found at https://yourvoicebucks.citizenspace. com/planning/local-plan (or www.bit. ly/4mZA1WU).

Wendover Parish Council has considered very carefully the impacts on the parish. Whilst there may be some development in Wendover this will be limited; of greater concern is the development around Wendover that will add pressure to already failing infrastructure and may ultimately mean that Wendover becomes the gateway to the Aylesbury urban sprawl and not just the Chilterns.

Full details of our response is on the website. The Parish Council is looking to work with other local parishes for a fuller response when the full details of the plan and land allocations become available in the summer of next year.

Our playgrounds are now a continuing concern as they have reached an age where they will need repair and replacement. The

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safety surfacing under the swings at the Hampden Field park will be replaced in the coming month, as additional expenditure to the budget ,and we will continue to repair and replace items on a priority basis over the coming years so the parks get refreshed and renewed.

We are still focused on HS2 and the works being undertaken by the contractor EKFB. We were pleased to see that they saw sense and put in a new planning application for the spring chamber that does not see HGV traffic through central Wendover and Dobbins Lane. But we are concerned at some of the plans around the reinstatement of footpaths and roads as well as missed opportunities with the greenway.

These issues and more will be brought up at our forthcoming HS2 Update Meeting at the Memorial Hall at 7pm on Friday 21 November (see earlier pages).

We are also aware of the issues with the war memorial (see front cover) and this will be a priority to resolve. However, on a lighter note – it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Wendover:

Christmas celebration event

Join us on Saturday 29 November on the Manor Waste from 4pm – 7pm, for a night of music from local choirs and groups hosted by Bucks Radio. Bring £2 to get a gift from Santa in his grotto to support this year’s chosen charity, Little Acorns Kindergarten. Christmas

shopping opportunities to support local businesses, charities and organisations, and festive food and drink. The tree lights turn on at 5.30pm so come along and celebrate Christmas in Wendover together. There is free parking at the library car park for this event, with thanks to the East Bucks Community Board.

Carols around the tree

On Friday 12 December 6.30pm – 7.30pm, come and join us on the Manor Waste and sing along to some much-loved Christmas carols, accompanied by the talented Chinnor Silver Band.

This event brings all the warmth and magic of Christmas, and this year you can buy a mulled wine or hot drink, visit the Red Lion gazebo, and see what they have to offer. Again, there is free parking at the library car park for this event, with thanks to the East Bucks Community Board.

December Local Produce Market

Last minute Christmas shopping? We’ve all been there! The December Local Produce Market can help, join us on Saturday 20 December 10am – 2pm on the Manor Waste to support some wonderful local businesses. We also have Ellesborough Silver Band joining us to entertain shoppers with some Christmas Carols.

Let’s celebrate Christmas together as a community, we hope to see you there!

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• St Anne’s: 9am Mass

• St Mary’s: 9am and 10.45am

• Wendover Free Church: 10.45am

Next Parish Council meeting: 4 November, 7:4 0pm Main Meeting room, Wendover Library Information about upcoming meetings: www.wendover-pc.gov.uk