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The Wychwood

Editorial
Never a Quiet Life! Read about how local residents helped make the Olympics a success. How ‘Stand Tall’ succeeded in New York and how the Saplings are growing. Oct/Nov 2012
Hello Estonian Sailors
Hilary Bratton was a Games Maker responsible for the Estonian sailing team. Bt just where is Estonia and how do you hug Ott? Oct/Nov 2012
At the Aquatics Centre
Thomas Rigby worked at th three Aquatic Centres, mixing with the Champions and making the games a success. Oct/Nov 2012
Now There is a Model of the Cospatrick
Arthur Ashton tells of his efforts to build an accurate model of the ill fated Cospatrick, now on display at Hartrigg Oaks in York. Oct/Nov 2012
Harvest 2012
Richard Hartley reflects on the challenges of the harvest this year, from a promising start, terrible summer and a dry harvest period. Oct/Nov 2012
The David Hills Trust Gold Day
Another successful day despite the heavy weather, with 50 players braving the rain. The day raised over £2,500 for Toynbee Hall. Oct/Nov 2012
The Boy Buglers: A Postscript
The story of the Evetts brothers solicited a response from the great-granddaughter of Effie. Oct/Nov 2012
How We Got Toad of Toad Hall on the Road
Phillip Croxson spells out the behind the scenes challenges of mounting a production for the Wychwood Players. Oct/Nov 2012
To Ride for GB
Charlotte Bacon and Breeze represented GB at the Pony European Eventing Championships at Fontainbleu. Oct/Nov 2012
From Witney to New York via London
Lee Wyatt-Buchan reflects on the journey that ‘Stand Tall’, the musical, has taken from its humble beginnings. Oct/Nov 2012
My Nightrider Challenge 2012
Jennifer Leyland undertakes a tough 100k night bike ride through London for charity with the help of the Electric Bike shop. Oct/Nov 2012
Oh Ho Ho - Its Magic
Magic is the latest addition to the Medical Detection Dogs team. There are now 26 detection dogs including one for bed-bugs. Oct/Nov 2012
Shipton WI Diamond Jubilee
Past and present members remember the last 60 years of the Shipton WI and look to a bright future. Oct/Nov 2012
Shipton Girls Cricket 2012
A tough year with the rain affecting practice and matches. A proud moment when an under-strength U15 team almost beat the National Champions. Oct/Nov 2012
St Mary’s School, Shipton-under-Wychwood
A colour photo of the school shortly before it closed in 1984. Ca you identify any of the missing names? Oct/Nov 2012
Olympic Torchbearer
Emma Cutherbertson carried the Torch along the route near Cowley. Now all the kids at school want to hold it. Oct/Nov 2012
Designing the Torch
Jay Osgerby, one of the designers of the torch, discusses the ideas behind the design. Oct/Nov 2012
MUWAGA - The Produce Show
As colourful and successful as usual, despite the terrible weather for allotment and garden growers this year. Oct/Nov 2012
Milton-under-Wychwood Allotments and Garden Association
Tony Lewis notes the success of L Lewis in the show and looks forward to the forthcoming winter talks. Oct/Nov 2012
A Jolly Day Out
Peter and Jane Hills’ day out in London was spoilt by the mysteries of the APCOA car parking arrangements at Oxford. Oct/Nov 2012
Pastures New for Sue
Sue Willis moves on from being manager at the Wychwood Preschool to study full-time for a PGCE in Early Learning. Oct/Nov 2012Wychwood
Tennis Club Open Day Success
The Open Fun Day in Jul as a great success with over 50 young people having a go. The Coaching programme is having a face-lift. Oct/Nov 2012
Wychwood Forest fair 2012
This year’s Forest Fair as at Fowburrow Wood with a fine turn out of craftsmen, local producers and environmental groups. Oct/Nov 2012
Wychwood CE Primary School
A visit to the National Gallery to see their own artwork on display and success at the Oxfordshire Youth Games. Oct/Nov 2012
A Year to Remember
The Wychwood Saplngs put on a fine show of their talents including the Titanic Story from the Iceberg’s viewpoint. Oct/Nov 2012
Wychwood Walks
Bob Foster takes us on a ramble across Rivers and Vistas, enjoying what the Evenlode Valley as to offer. Oct/Nov 2012
News from Wychwood Preschool
Sue Willis and Trisha are moving on, a new manager s being recruited. The Sports Day was a great success. Oct/Nov 2012
Wychwood Library News
Over 200 children joined Story Lab this summer. Our Knitters are in fine form and the Reading Groups start for the winter. Oct/Nov 2012
Charitable Giving
John Graham gives some insight into how to improve charitable giving using the tax benefits available. Oct/Nov 2012
Please Take Your Seat
Mike Watson reflects on the stories behind the seats around the village, including the story of Harry Turner. Oct/Nov 2012
Out and About in the Wychwoods
The Ascott Charity Fun Run, a walk through the Secret Forest and Fine Arts lectures. Ct/Nov 2012
Wychwood Fireworks
Another great show is promised for 3rd November on the Cricket Ground as the Cricket Club and PTA combine forces. Oct/Nov 2012
How Old Did You Say?
The Milton Baptist Church gets ready to celebrate 175 years of worship in Milton with a big weekend. Oct/Nov 2012