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Editorial, Into the Future
Young people demonstrate the most amazing skills and commitment in the Wychwoods. Our future is safe! Dec/Jan 2012/13
One Year on : Kate’s Message
Kate Stacey looks back on the achievements over the last year in the United Benefice. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Louisa says Get Involved
Louisa Seers has taken part in the National Citizen Scheme and is now looking to spread the word. Dec/Jan 2012/13
A Roll in the Hay
Another great evening at the New Beaconsfield Hall in the company of Lillian Bellamy and the Antonius Players. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Introducing our New Badminton Coach
James Livingstone has taken over the badminton coaching for the Wychwoods with enthusiasm for the future. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Milly’s Bikes for Africa
Milly Light, aged 14, has organised a collection in the Wychwoods for bikes to ship to Africa. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Camilla says Energize
Camilla McCormack, aged 8, was Energized this summer with dancing, sports and fun. Why not get involved next summer? Dec/Jan 2012/13
Oxford Male Voice Choir at Shipton Church
Peter Hills looks back on a rousing evening with the Male Voice Choir, over £1,200 was raised for church funds. Dec/Jan 2012/13
What the Prof Professes
Peter Hills takes over as Chairman of The Wychwoods magazine. Alan Vickers interviews him for insights. Dec/Jan 2012/13
A Night to Remember
A champagne reception, five course meal and musical entertainment made for an excellent evening in aid for the Benefice funds. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Guitar Group Strikes a Chord
The Corinium Players Guitar Group entertained the Day Centre attendees with foot taping music. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Dennis Swan 1912-2012
Dennis was one of the founder members of The Wychwood, becoming Chairman before retiring. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Fire at the DIY Shop that Had Everything
A devastating fire at Groves in October wiped out most of the stock. But the shop is back and running in temporary premises. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Milton WI
Polly Sevouir reviews the past year and looks forward to the Christmas celebrations and next year. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Tongue in Cheek
Phyllis Clarke remembers a special Christmas Meal of Ox Tongue won in the Christmas raffle. But how to cook it? Dec/Jan 2012/13
Little Ben rings again
The bell from the long-gone tin tabernacle in Fiddlers Hill, Shipton has returned to the Wychwoods.
Wychwood Bonfire Night
Another successful evening organised by the Shipton Cricket Club and the Primary School PTA. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Good Companions
The Wychwood Day Centre launches a new initiative to reach those on the waiting list for the day centre. Dec/Jan 2012/13
A New Sponsor for the Shipton Volunteers
Cochranes of Oxford have taken over the sponsorship of the Shipton Volunteers with smart new sweatshirts. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Jubilee Benches and Oaks
A new bench to celebrate the jubilee in the Shipton playground and a new Oak Tree on Milton Village Green. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Rainbows turn 25
Alison Falkner looks at the activities of the Rainbows as they celebrate 25 years as part of the Guides movement and five years in the Wychwoods. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Oh Yes We Did!
Christine Halliday remembers the thrills and challenges of the early WI pantomimes written and produced by Daphne Waugh in Shipton. Dec/Jan 2012/13
175 and Still Going Strong
The Wychwood Baptist Church celebrated 175 years in style with celebrations and special services. Dec/Jan 2012/13
A Nightmare before Christmas
Max warns his friends about the excesses of Christmas and the penalties of a visit to the V.E.T.S. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Heather says it with Flowers
A derelict garden at the new Blenheim Suite cancer unit at the Churchill Hospital inspired Heather Derkacz to a make over. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Milton-under-Wychwood Allotments and Garden Association
The winger season of talks is underway, the greenhouse quiet and winter vegs are being harvested. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Wychwood C.E Primary School
Office Fairies help with the administration, a successful International Week and the End of an Era when Rita Baldwin retires. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Coffee in Aladdin’s Cave
Combine a good cup of coffee with browsing in the Aladdin's Cave at Hillborough in Milton. Dec/Jan 2012/13
We Ought to do it Again
The second successful Arts and Crafts Fair in the Baptist Church Hall was organised by Lorna Raye and Enid Hugill. Dec/Jan 2012/13
News from Burford School
Successful exam results with a new record in GCSE results. The next sixth form information evening is 17th January.Dec/Jan 2012/13
Wychwood Library News
Another busy years draws to a close. Download some new e-titles for Christmas and have you thought about being a Volunteer? Dec/Jan 2012/13
Wychwood Preschool
New faces join the staff, Karen Jeffries, Becky Dore, Claire Dore and Lindsey Reeves. Some places are now available. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Fifield News
Amazing generosity of local people in a series of fundraisers. Award winning entertainment coming in February. Dec/Jan 2012/13
Windrush Valley School
A wonderful Foundationj Unit day at the Cotswold Farm Park and Form 3 visited the Ashmolean. Dec/Jan 2012/13