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June - July 2009 Archive
Wychwood’s Got Talent
Summer is on the way and our rock bands are out in force. Feedback about dogs and the Wild Gardens. June/July 2009
Easter Rock - Big Gig Night
The Witchwood School of Rock workshop over Easter had forty children learning their stage craft. June/July 2009
Angry Danielle and Jonathan
Jasmine Meaden shares her story of Angry Danielle, inspired by Angry Arthur stories. June/July 2009 ,
Beryl’s Investiture at Windsor Castle
Beryl Brown MBE receives her honour from the Queen for Services to the Wychwood Library. June/July 2009
The Wild Gardens and Beyond
Feedback about the behaviour of dog owners that led to the closure of the Wild Gardens in Shipton. June/July 2009
The Wychwood on Air
As part of the 30 years celebration, Christine Halliday takes to the airwaves on Radio Oxford. June/July 2009
Service of Celebration for the Women’s Land Army
Margaret Ricketts attended the service of celebration in Dorchester Abbey and met up with some old friends. June/July 2009
Tall Trees
The new care centre at Tall trees opens with 60 beds. June/July 2009
New Play Equipment
Malcolm Cochrane and Jo Cook make the case for new play equipment at Shipton. Major fundraising is underway. June/July 2009 ,
Memory
Arthur Ashton shares the pain and heartache of seeing his wife suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. June/July 2009 ,
Laura and James bring Lady Reade Alive
The stories of Laura Huxford and James Winkley who both received grants from the Lady Reade charity. June/July 2009 ,
Terry Hartley 1924 to 2009
Terry was born in Upper Milton and after several years in East London moved back to Shipton in 1944. A keen sportsman, Terry was a past Captain and President of the Shipton Cricket Club. June/July 2009
Max’s Shop
Max is again running his shop to raise money for the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. June/July 2009
Speed Kills
Dick and Gill Simpson share the pain of losing their cat to a hit and run by a white van. June/July 2009
We Will Rock You
The Burford Rock Musical is a smash hit with a cast of 70. The evening ended with a foot stomping number. June/July 2009
Celebrating our 30th Year
Milton Village Hall hosted the party for all those involved in producing, delivering and contributing to The Wychwood over the last 30 years. Please note this is a large document! June/July 2009
Humble Boy
The Wychwood Players produce a memorable evening from a demanding play by Charlotte James. June/July 2009
Dill’s Diary
Summer beckons but so do the dandelions in Dill’s allotment. June/July 2009
A First at Crufts
Paula Grimmett shares Finnish Lapphunds Taimi’s success at Crufts in the Junior Bitch Class. June/July 2009
Milton Allotment and Garden Association
Planting and sowing is well underway and Tony Lewis reviews the year ahead. June/July 2009
Wychwood CE School News
Science Day saw a boat, bottle rockets and a spaceship with lights. Success by the netball and rugby teams. June/July 2009 ,
The Lawrence Home Team is Ten
Anna Jo recalls the successes of the Lawrence Home Nursing team over the years and calls for more fundraising helpers. June/July 2009
Another Bride, Another Groom
Beauty Hints and Tips to make that wedding day extra special. June/July 2009
Aileen Joyce Barrett
Joyce came with her family to Court Farm in Shipton in 1947. Married to Bob she brought up her family at Home Farm and Fernhill. June/July 2009
Burford School News
An archaeological dig in Burford by Megan Holloway with Time Team, the start of fundraising for the next Uganda Link visit and an environmental award for Kirsty Collings. June/July 2009 ,
Library News
Family history research resources are now available online. A new free delivery service for the housebound and the summer reading scheme is Quest seekers. June/July 2009
Milton WI News
An update on the activities with forthcoming talks on Elizabeth 1 and Wildlife. June/July 2009
Bonfires
A warning about controlling bonfires and barbecues as summer approaches. June/July 2009
Fibromyalgia Support
A new support group has been established locally by Diana MacKay, so come along if you need help or information. June/July 2009
Summer is on the way and our rock bands are out in force. Feedback about dogs and the Wild Gardens. June/July 2009
Easter Rock -
The Witchwood School of Rock workshop over Easter had forty children learning their stage craft. June/July 2009
Angry Danielle and Jonathan
Jasmine Meaden shares her story of Angry Danielle, inspired by Angry Arthur stories. June/July 2009 ,
Beryl’s Investiture at Windsor Castle
Beryl Brown MBE receives her honour from the Queen for Services to the Wychwood Library. June/July 2009
The Wild Gardens and Beyond
Feedback about the behaviour of dog owners that led to the closure of the Wild Gardens in Shipton. June/July 2009
The Wychwood on Air
As part of the 30 years celebration, Christine Halliday takes to the airwaves on Radio Oxford. June/July 2009
Service of Celebration for the Women’s Land Army
Margaret Ricketts attended the service of celebration in Dorchester Abbey and met up with some old friends. June/July 2009
Tall Trees
The new care centre at Tall trees opens with 60 beds. June/July 2009
New Play Equipment
Malcolm Cochrane and Jo Cook make the case for new play equipment at Shipton. Major fundraising is underway. June/July 2009 ,
Memory
Arthur Ashton shares the pain and heartache of seeing his wife suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. June/July 2009 ,
Laura and James bring Lady Reade Alive
The stories of Laura Huxford and James Winkley who both received grants from the Lady Reade charity. June/July 2009 ,
Terry Hartley 1924 to 2009
Terry was born in Upper Milton and after several years in East London moved back to Shipton in 1944. A keen sportsman, Terry was a past Captain and President of the Shipton Cricket Club. June/July 2009
Max’s Shop
Max is again running his shop to raise money for the Rare Breeds Survival Trust. June/July 2009
Speed Kills
Dick and Gill Simpson share the pain of losing their cat to a hit and run by a white van. June/July 2009
We Will Rock You
The Burford Rock Musical is a smash hit with a cast of 70. The evening ended with a foot stomping number. June/July 2009
Celebrating our 30th Year
Milton Village Hall hosted the party for all those involved in producing, delivering and contributing to The Wychwood over the last 30 years. Please note this is a large document! June/July 2009
Humble Boy
The Wychwood Players produce a memorable evening from a demanding play by Charlotte James. June/July 2009
Dill’s Diary
Summer beckons but so do the dandelions in Dill’s allotment. June/July 2009
A First at Crufts
Paula Grimmett shares Finnish Lapphunds Taimi’s success at Crufts in the Junior Bitch Class. June/July 2009
Milton Allotment and Garden Association
Planting and sowing is well underway and Tony Lewis reviews the year ahead. June/July 2009
Wychwood CE School News
Science Day saw a boat, bottle rockets and a spaceship with lights. Success by the netball and rugby teams. June/July 2009 ,
The Lawrence Home Team is Ten
Anna Jo recalls the successes of the Lawrence Home Nursing team over the years and calls for more fundraising helpers. June/July 2009
Another Bride, Another Groom
Beauty Hints and Tips to make that wedding day extra special. June/July 2009
Aileen Joyce Barrett
Joyce came with her family to Court Farm in Shipton in 1947. Married to Bob she brought up her family at Home Farm and Fernhill. June/July 2009
Burford School News
An archaeological dig in Burford by Megan Holloway with Time Team, the start of fundraising for the next Uganda Link visit and an environmental award for Kirsty Collings. June/July 2009 ,
Library News
Family history research resources are now available online. A new free delivery service for the housebound and the summer reading scheme is Quest seekers. June/July 2009
Milton WI News
An update on the activities with forthcoming talks on Elizabeth 1 and Wildlife. June/July 2009
Bonfires
A warning about controlling bonfires and barbecues as summer approaches. June/July 2009
Fibromyalgia Support
A new support group has been established locally by Diana MacKay, so come along if you need help or information. June/July 2009