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June 2014 (444)

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ContentsVillage contacts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Desert Island Discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Namaskara . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Musical Celebration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Roy’s Ramblings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7Faithful, fickle or frigid? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Women’s Institute report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11St Peter’s School news . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12St Peter’s Catholic Church news . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14St Peter’s Church of England news . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15Parish notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16What’s on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

LET THEM EAT CAKEThe Great Cassington Bake Off 2014 . Nothing tastes finer than tea from good china! This slogan, from Elaine Laver’s Reading based company ‘Pretty Vintage Things’ (www .prettyvintagethings .co .uk), was certainly put to the test in Cassington on the last rainy Sunday in April . How our spirits were lifted as the decorative bunting, floral table cloths, vintage props, sparkling china and a stunning array of cakes caught our eyes as we entered the transformed pavilion . We know from experience that Cassington folk love to rise to a challenge and with a little help from the bicarbonate of soda this had been taken very literally on this occasion!

The judging panel comprised our very own Celebrity Chefs Karina Stafford and Nav Dey, along with Rich Constance and Glenda Shaw . Overall winner(s) received a cash prize of £50 and congratulations go to Hannah Farncombe and Bonnie Harvey who shared this honour .

Winners and runners up in each category received special Cassington Bake Off rosettes and prizes:

Pre-School: Beatrice Hutton (Cherry Bakewell) and Abbie Morton (Sugar Free Banana Muffin)

Primary School: Kizzie Berry (A Very Berry Cake) and Matilda Bishop (Sticky Gingerbread)

Secondary School: Bonnie Harvey (Victoria Sponge) and Connie Rogers (Mocha Cake)

Adult: Hannah Farncombe and Anne Luttman-Johnson (traditional Fruit Cakes)

And then there were further awards for the judges’ individual favourites, known only to them as numbers at the time of judging (so no favouritism, folks):

Rich Constance: Lorna PettyKarina Stafford: Fern HintonNav Dey: Ellen O’Donnell . (continued on page 2)

Just a few of the sumptuous entries

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Village Contact ListAllotments, Cassington, 01993 882590Bartholomew School, Eynsham, 01865 881430Church (Revd Morey Andrews), Cassington, 01865 881323Chemist, Eynsham, 01865 881283Dentist, Eynsham, 01865 880047Fire Station, Eynsham, 01865 881337Flooding, WODC, 01993 861000Gas Leaks, 0800 111999Library, Eynsham, 01865 880525Medical Centre, Eynsham, 01865 881206Pavilion bookings (Denise Cato), Cassington, 01865 883946Pest Control, WODC, 01993 861060Play Area Repairs, Parish Council, cassingtonclerk@gmail.comPlaygroup (Janet), Cassington, 01865 881114Post Office (Julie Perrin), Cassington, 07599371930Red Lion (Jan’s Missing Husband Line), Cassington, 01865 881371St Peters School, Cassington, 01865 880443The Chequers, Cassington, 01865 882620Waste Collection, WODC, 01993 861020Village Hall bookings (Nicky), Cassington, 01865 881813

(continued from front page) The Sports and Social Club, which celebrates its 60th anniversary this year, was delighted that the event proved so popular and that everyone who attended could see the pavilion at its best . We try very hard to raise funds through village events, the regular meat draw at the Red Lion on a Saturday night, and sports club subscriptions . With this we finance the sports facilities, the maintenance of the field, the increasingly aging mower and what was after all a building generously gifted and built by members of the village community . How wonderful it was then to see the village community out in such force .

Thank you to Elaine for the loan of her beautiful ‘vintage things’; to the judges for their time and taste buds; to everyone on the committee who managed the event; to those who baked; and most importantly to those of you who, on an otherwise wet and miserable Sunday afternoon, turned up so supportively and in force for tea! How quintessentially English we were!

Bridget Sherlock (on behalf of CSSC)

Thank you CarolynFor as long as many of us have been in the village, reading CAWN, the same two names (Carolyn Hinton and Nicky Copelin) have been at the back of each edition, inviting and enticing the rest of us to reserve tickets to a wonderful variety of Village Hall events to suit all ages . Carolyn has recently passed on the role of Events Manager on the Village Hall committee to Ruth Bakewell, and before too much time passes it is time we thanked her for all she has done to enrich the cultural experiences of those of us living in the village .

It was not unusual for her to have cooked a meal for a theatre group, set up the hall in advance of a performance, and then to be selling tickets on the door, introducing the event, drawing a raffle at the interval, and then seeing the company out at the end of the evening once their set was neatly packed into their vehicle . Often Kevin and combinations of the children would be running the refreshments, and of course doing without Carolyn for yet another Friday/Saturday/Sunday evening or afternoon .

Good luck to Ruth in taking on the role, and of course to Nicky in continuing to support the role so brilliantly, and finally from all of us in the Cassington community, a HUGE thanks to Carolyn and all of the Hintons for all that you have done (and haven’t been able to do because of what you have done) – and for what, no doubt, you will continue to do!

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Desert Island DiscsLast month’s castaway was Elspeth Ferriday . There were several correct answers but the first person who emailed was Janet Bushnell . Castaways get to pick their eight favourite pieces of music (of any genre) along with a favourite book and a ‘luxury’ item . Here’s this month’s .Music is a big part of my life and this is just about as tough a task as you can get – picking eight tracks from the hundreds of albums I have . I tried to be true to my memory and hopefully I have thrown in a few clues as to who I am .1. Theme tune to Robinson Crusoe – Robin Mellin and

Gian-Piero Reverbi . This takes me back to my early childhood – I couldn’t wait to get home from

school to watch the programme on a tiny, grainy black and white TV . I longed for the days when I would have adventures just like Robinson . Every time I hear the haunting intro I can picture Robinson purposefully

walking along the sandy white beach, looking out over the waves .

2. Tutti Frutti – Little Richard . From a very early age I started to listen to music courtesy of my parents, who were mad about rock and roll . I could have chosen so many from that time of my life, but it has to be this . I love the film Don’t Knock the Rock – Little Richard stood at his piano, hammering out the song – 12 bar blues at its very best!3. Long after tonight is all over – Jimmy Radcliffe . The end of the night floor-filler from my days as a wannabe soul dancer at Wigan Casino all nighters . This is the last of the famous ‘three before eight’ – a trilogy of songs always played in strict order just before the casino closed (at eight o’clock in the morning!) . Bowling shirts, Oxford bags and loafers, all accompanied by hours of practice to get the spins and back-drops just right!4. Thick as Thieves – The Jam . The Jam always played their gigs at seaside venues . We were mad about them and couldn’t wait for them to tour, so this brings back happy memories of getting on the train with a load of mates to go to Bridlington to watch them at the Spa, or to see them at Butlins holiday camp in Skegvegas! The track just shouts friendship to me and reminds me of all the great people I grew up with and of being a care free teenager .5. Sir Duke – Stevie Wonder . My pick from the album that should be in everyone’s collection Songs in the Key of Life . I grew up with Tamla Motown music and Stevie Wonder was already well known to me but it was not until I bought this album that I understood his talent . The man is a musical genius – the horn section is inspired and the whole feel is joyous – makes me want to dance and I usually do!6. Still in Love with You – Thin Lizzy (from Live & Dangerous) . The best ballads come from rock bands and this is the best of the lot . There is nobody who does not identify with the lyrics and the guitar work is sublime . I remember seeing them play this on the tour and just getting lost in the moment, to this day I still regard this as one of the best songs

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I have ever heard live .7. Thunder Road – Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band . The Boss has become so much more than music to me; I spend hours listening to him and I have seen him more times than I can remember . The harmonica intro still makes the hairs on my neck stand on end and I love joining in at the top of my voice ‘Screen door slams, Mary’s dress sways . Like a vision she dances across the porch, as the radio plays …’8. Teo Torriate (Let us cling together) – Queen (from A Day at the Races) . Simply because it is the song I think of whenever I think about the love of my life (which is another brilliant Queen track by the way)!Choosing a book is almost as hard as picking the music! If pushed I would have to pick the complete novels of George Orwell, whose writing and politics I have always identified with – I can’t think why . Shakespeare’s complete works would be most welcome, but can I swap the Bible for A Kestrel for Knave by Barry Hines? Again, a book which I can identify with very easily . My luxury item would be a telescope – I could look at all aspects of island life, day and night and keep an eye out for the boat that would be coming to deliver news of the Boss’s new album and world tour! My sincere apologies to Elvis, the Beatles, AC/DC, Paul Rodgers, Rory, Graham Parker, Bob Marley, SRV . . . Can I have another ten goes please?

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Namaskara(That’s ‘Hello’ in Kannada, the local language in my village) So after ten incredible weeks, I am now back in Cassington, ready to tell you my story . . .

It began with the (very long) flight . Naturally it was sad to say goodbye to friends and family, but what an adventure I had in front of me . I had no idea what the next two and half months had in store, but it was everything I wanted, plus so much more .

My home was a tiny tribal community called Mahadeswara, where I worked on a water and sanitation project with Raleigh and our project partner, MYKAPS . During my time in India, I taught in six different schools, delivering essential healthcare lessons to more than 300 children . We also supported women’s SHGs, set up a youth group, created a weekly sports club, formed a litter-picking club, taught English, planted trees, held well-being days (dental, eye and vet camps), held a daily toothbrush club, took part in cultural exchange, did a homestay, built nine toilets, eight bathrooms and a rainwater harvesting system for the primary school in our village, the list goes on . . .

My team consisted of six English volunteers, five Indian volunteers and two team leaders (one English, one Indian) . They became my family; it’s crazy how close you can get to people when you spend 24 hours of the day together . We all worked hard, communicated well, and took care of each other through the difficult moments . Being a part of Raleigh gave me the opportunity to create some amazing lifelong friendships and although it pushed me out of my comfort zone (a lot!) I do believe it has made me a more understanding, confident, open person . I could go on and on about how much I enjoyed my time in India but really I think you should experience it for yourself . So if you are between 18 and 25 then apply to ICS! Hand on heart it’s the best thing I have ever done .

Lastly I would like to thank everyone who supported me by donating; without your help I wouldn’t have met Mahadeswara and achieved the things I did . I really cannot express enough how grateful I am and I hope that my experience inspires you to volunteer, whether abroad or closer to home, because your help really can make a difference .

I have made a video about my experience, which you can watch at: www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNuyymQzdIo . If you would like to know more about my experience or are interested in applying for the programme then please feel free to ask me any questions

Maddy Bakewell

The Burford Singers Gilbert & Sullivan Gala ConcertAn evening of irresistible excerpts from many of the much-loved Savoy operas, with choruses, solos, overtures and ensembles featuring international G&S performers, with the Burford Singers and the Cotswold Chamber Orchestra .

7 .30pm Sunday 29 June 2014, The Church of St John the Baptist, Church Green, Burford OX18 4RY . Reserved seating tickets £17 .50, £15 .00, or unreserved £10 .00 . Students half price . Tickets available by post from The Madhatter Bookshop, 122 High Street, Burford OX18 4QJ or by calling 01993 822412 . Booking in person from 12th June .

Local policeThe non-emergency number for the Eynsham Team (our local police) is 101 . If there is an emergency or a crime in progress then dial 999 . You can also email eynshamneighbourhood@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk .

If you have information about a crime but do not want to speak to the police, please call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555111 .

Cassington allotmentsIn recent weeks several allotment holders have again had to endure the foul remains left by dogs on the allotment gardens . The site has thankfully been free from canine waste for a few years after previous complaints . However it would seem that some thoughtless owners are once again allowing this unacceptable behaviour . The Cassington allotments are situated on private land owned by Blenheim Estates, which is leased to the Allotment Association for the cultivation of crops . As an association we have, up til now, allowed anyone, including dog owners, to walk through the site, so long as people keep to the main path, dogs are kept on a lead and respect is given to the area as a food-growing environment that is maintained by plot holders with a great deal of time and expense . Unfortunately if the dog fouling continues the association will be forced to restrict future access to the site .

Adrian Tyler, Cassington Allotments Association Secretary

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Musical CelebrationWe’re delighted to say the village Musical Celebration on Friday 16th May played to a full house with, by all accounts, the evening enjoyed by all . MC Bryan Partridge introduced a variety of performances including singing from the St Peter’s School Choir, Cassington Singers and Octavia; piano solos from Harry Linnell, Miriame Mostefai and Daniel Lay; a harp solo by Roseanna Partridge, and flute solos by Lorna Petty who also sang two solos with the St Peter’s School Choir . We were entertained by two lively groups of musicians: the visiting clarinet group ‘Pipework’, and our own ‘Jazzabelles’ Catriona Lewis, Sally Price and Janet Bushnell . We saw an energetic and carefully choreographed number by the clergy team and a display of Spanish dance by school dinner lady Rocio Rivero, and were encouraged to join in with Ron Macdonald and Adie Gregory’s ‘Credence Clearwater Survival’ . The evening was rounded off with a sing-along of First World War songs, enthusiastically led by the school choir .

The evening was held in aid of St Peter’s School and St Peter’s Church, and raised approximately £600 . With thanks to everyone who came to support the event, to all our singers and musicians and to everyone who worked behind the scenes, but especially to the St Peter’s School Association who provided an excellent supper, Bryan Partridge our MC, Janet Bushnell and John Hemingway our accompanists and, of course, to Elspeth Ferriday for her encouragement and tireless patience as she prepared all of our choirs for performance .

Eynsham Art TrailThe search is on to find community artists to design way-markers for a new Art Trail in Eynsham that celebrates the village’s centuries-old Wharf Stream .

The way-markers will be 5ft tall oak posts and designs will be carved into each by a professional . The way-markers will be installed at intervals along the newly developed Wharf Stream Way, which links east Eynsham to the River Thames .

Local volunteers have been working since 2006 to open up the Wharf Stream and the project complements their work . Local artists Jane Tomlinson and Lorna Marrison have created brightly painted A1-size information panels which will be placed at the start of the trail, in Swinford Green, and its end, near the Wharf Stream . The artists’ panels depict not only the route and its fascinating history, but also some of the flora and fauna that can be seen along the trail, which is around a mile long . These panels will be installed during the summer, followed by the way-markers later in the year .

Artists, schools and community groups are encouraged to contact the District Council for a brief and to find out more about the project before submitting designs . The deadline for designs is 7 July, when designs from three different groups will be chosen; each will receive £250 . For more information about the project, email heather .mcculloch@westoxon .gov .uk or call 01993 861562 .

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Scheme to protect vulnerableWest Oxfordshire residents are being encouraged to identify vulnerable and elderly neighbours in their community as part of a scheme set up to offer extra reassurance .

Officers from West Oxfordshire neighbourhood police teams will be visiting vulnerable residents to introduce themselves as a point of contact for any concerns they may have .

West Oxfordshire Neighbourhood Inspector Ollie Holland explains: “Vulnerable and elderly residents often feel they don’t want to bother anyone or be a burden but we want to make sure they know they can contact their local police team if they have any issues . We work hard with our partners such as Trading Standards to reduce doorstep crime and this is a key part of getting that prevention message across . Each resident we visit will receive a pack containing information on protecting yourself from bogus callers and general advice on home and personal security so if you know anyone who could benefit from this scheme please contact us .”

The West Oxfordshire Community Safety Partnership has compiled the packs which contain:• Leaflets on improving home security• Trading Standards ‘no cold callers’ stickers• Purse bell to prevent thefts from handbags• Nominate a Neighbour cards which refer unknown

visitors to a designated neighbour who can check their identification to ensure the caller is genuine . They can also supervise the visit .

• The Lions ‘message in a bottle’ which is stored in the fridge and contains medical details for paramedics to use in times of emergencies .Any residents who wish to add a neighbour, relative

or themselves to the scheme should telephone the non-emergency police number, 101, and ask for their neighbourhood police team .

Oxfordshire trading standardsAs a result of a recent Rogue Trader Operation carried out nationally, Oxfordshire Trading Standards would like your help in obtaining information to collate figures for our area .

Officers would like to receive information from anyone living in the area who has received a leaflet through their door in the last week or receives one within the next few weeks from traders offering to do home or garden maintenance work . If you have received a leaflet recently and still have it, please put your address and contact details on the back and send it to Trading Standards, Graham Hill House, Electric Avenue, Ferry Hinksey Road, Oxford, OX2 0BY or call 0845 051 0845 option 2, with details .

They would also be interested to hear from anyone who has been cold called over the last few weeks and either had or arranged for work to be carried out . When reporting information please try to provide descriptions of callers and details of their vehicle if they have one, including colour, make/model and a registration number, thank you .

Summer SaturdayS

At t h e M u s e u MHow Did Our Gardens Grow?

A trio of talks to coincide with Wild In The Garden, being held in the Oxfordshire Museum from 7 June until 13 July, an exhibition of

images from the International Garden Photographer of the Year competition.

Sex, Lies and PutrefactionTimothy Walker

7 June 2014

28 June 2014

Oxfordshire Walled Gardens Sarah Cotter Craig

26 July 2014

the talks will be held in the Coach house, the Oxfordshire Museum, Park street, Woodstock at 3pm. Refreshments available. For more information visit www.FriendsOfTom.co.uk

Joseph Paxton’s Great Stove Kate Colquhoun

tickets are £7 and are available in advance from: the Oxfordshire Museum; or trevor hendy 01993 812103; or the Woodstock Bookshop 01993 812760, and on the day at the venue.

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The Oxford Union, Frewin Ct, Oxford OX1 3JB Saturday 7th June 2014 11:00 – 18:00 £7 entry (pay on the door) includes tasting samples, entrance on St Michaels Street

Over 100 award-winning English and Welsh wines available to taste and some to purchase

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The Oxford Union, Frewin Ct, Oxford OX1 3JB Saturday 7th June 2014 11:00 – 18:00 £7 entry (pay on the door) includes tasting samples, entrance on St Michaels Street

Over 100 award-winning English and Welsh wines available to taste and some to purchase

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The Oxford Union, Frewin Ct, Oxford OX1 3JB Saturday 7th June 2014 11:00 – 18:00 £7 entry (pay on the door) includes tasting samples, entrance on St Michaels Street

Over 100 award-winning English and Welsh wines available to taste and some to purchase

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FESTIVAL

For further details, please contact: Denise Santilli, 07721 744020honsec@thameschilternsvineyards.org.ukPlease drink responsibly www.drinkaware.co.uk

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The Oxford Union, Frewin Ct, Oxford OX1 3JB Saturday 7th June 2014 11:00 – 18:00 £7 entry (pay on the door) includes tasting samples, entrance on St Michaels Street

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There be dragons in Eynsham Village!It’s all happening at the Eynsham Carnival and Craft Fair this coming July 5th . At 12 .15pm competitors in the famous Shirt Race will entertain onlookers with their fancy dress costumes and homemade wheeled ‘prams’ whilst navigating a course that takes in local watering holes . Then the Carnival Parade, led by the Carnival Queen, will travel through the streets to arrive at Eynsham Playing Field for an afternoon of fun and entertainment . This year’s acts, designed with the whole family in mind, include Epico the Dragon – a charming street theatre act featuring Sir Aurelious Jones and animatronic puppetry .

Staying with the animal theme, the Blackrock Llamas will be showing off their skills and talents as they complete a testing obstacle course, jumping hurdles, zig-zagging through weaving poles, ducking under limbo bars and negotiating hanging vines . A truly unique, exciting, action-packed display .

Other events include an ‘open mic’ stage for under 18s (please book your spot in the limelight ahead of time), Go-Karts, Crazy Golf, Old Mini and Motorbike display, Charlie the Clown and many more . With a large craft marquee, fun fair, barbecue and beer tent, there really is something for everyone .

Tickets for the field event are £5 (adults)/£3 (children) with under 5s free . Visit www.eynshamcarnival.com for the latest news on the line up of acts and other useful information .

Roy’s RamblingsNo, I have not retired from my ramblings . Firstly I would like to thank Mike Linnell and Martin Rodgers for the amount of work they have put in to the alms houses since the flood due to the burst water main . I know Martin got wet feet when he found the burst!

Also thanks to all the folk who do the mowing around the village – the lower green looks better than the main green at the moment but we will win eventually, though the grass seems to have really taken off . How I wish we had charged more for cutting round the posts by the school; they are an absolute pest . Never mind, I will manage for this year, though I don’t think at 90 I will be able to cope .

Please village hall get some of your folks to sweep up . I don’t think it has been done since I did it some time ago . Rubbish stacked by the bins – and I know I am an old moaner – does not look good .

How nice it would be if someone in the village would volunteer to clean and paint the church gates . Also, if the gent who parks his Volkswagen (unofficially) in the church parking area could please park closer to the wall on his right so as not to take up two places that would be good .

Let us hope summer has arrived as it has not been a bad weekend .

Roy Partridge

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Players wanted at Wytham Cricket Club2014 season now playingCricket has been played in Wytham for over 100 years, and for at least 55 unbroken years by the club in its current form . We play friendly fixtures only (although that means non-league rather than non-competitive) and enjoy promoting the village of Wytham and the spirit of cricket .

Each summer we play somewhere between 20 and 30 fixtures . Most are weekend (usually Sunday) games, with some midweek evenings . The club operates all year with regular informal social events and excuses to get out and indulge ourselves (recent events include trips to London, mountain biking, and supporting the annual Wytham Village Fireworks Display) .

The club has a varied membership and we welcome players, both regular and irregular . We are actively recruiting new players for the 2014 season; all standards and experience are welcome . Nets are held at Wytham Village Hall every Wednesday from 6pm . Prospective members are welcome to come along and make themselves known to the Committee at nets .

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Community learningThe Community Education programme for 2014 can be downloaded from the Marlborough School website: www.marlborough.oxon.sch.uk/community/index.html . For a free copy of the brochure or to book a place please telephone 01993 813592 or email comed.4560@marlborough.oxon.sch.uk . If you would like to receive a copy of the new brochure please contact the college and it will be sent to you when it comes out in

July/August . Now booking for:

Yoga master classes with Janice Hellens • June 12th The Backbone in Yoga• July 3rd Helping the Hips• July 17th Freeing the Shoulders and Neck

Thursdays, 6 .30–8 .30pm; £17/session or £45 for all three classes .

Italian conversation, Thursdays, 7 .30–8 .30pm for 5 weeks from 5 June; £37 .50 .

New Vegetarian Mexican Food with an Indian Twist, Wednesday 4 June, 6 .45–9 .30pm; £23 plus ingredients .

We are always keen to hear from people offering NEW subjects, in particular yoga and exercise disciplines, cookery, German, interior design, upholstery .

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Bertie the SweepOpen Fires / Wood Burners / Flue Sweeping Nest Removal – Bird Guards / Cowls Fitted

Chimney Pots Supplied and FittedFully Insured ICS Member 411 – Certificates Issued

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Eynsham Choral Society

Haydn Little Organ Mass – Bring And SingSaturday 28 June, St Leonard’s Church, Eynsham

Registration 12 .30pm, singing 1–3pm and 3 .45–5 .45pm, informal performance 6 .15pm

£10/singer, £5/student (includes tea); audience tickets £5Contact Margaret Owen

meowen@ntlworld .com, 01865 455492) .

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Many people value being able to live in the comfort of their own home, however, for some, a little extra help and support may be needed.

Care with Care are local, based in Eynsham, and have beenproviding friendly, reliable and professional care since 2002.

We pride ourselves on the high quality of care that we deliver, andour attention to detail. All services are tailored to the individual, andcan include a range of support such as:

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to provide ongoing or temporary care, helping many elderly people to live or convalesce in their own homes.

Care with Care Limited is accredited with Social Services andregistered with The Care Quality Commission (CQC) and the UnitedKingdom Home Care Association (UKCHA). All staff are cleared bythe Criminal Records Bureau and are thoroughly reference checked.

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Golsby ButchersTraditional Family Butcher,

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Saturday 7:30am – 2:00pm

Martin and Paul will be happy to serve you.Call us 01865 881219

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Faithful, fickle or frigid?I’m talking about our attitudes towards the democratic process of this country .

By the time that you read this ‘we’ will have voted in the European and local elections, but how many of us will actually have voted?

Some people are ‘faithful’ to the process of democratic elections and many of these faithful to a particular party which represents an ideology that they identify with . Sadly (in my opinion) many voters are ‘fickle’ They will vote one way and then, when policies affect them negatively, they jump ship and vote for the promises of another party even when that other party has no viable policies at all . Lastly there are many who are ‘frigid’, not voting at all because they are disillusioned or disinterested .

It is easy to forget the price that was paid for our freedom and our democracy in the twentieth century, whether in the trenches of Belgium and France or by Suffragettes such as Emily Davison, who threw herself under the king’s horse at the Epsom Derby on 4th June 1913 .

Another campaigner for women’s rights, and particularly their right to vote, was Emmeline Pankhurst, who died on 14th June 1928 . Emmeline Pankhurst lived just long enough to enjoy the passing of the Representation of the People Act,

which gave voting rights to all women over 30 . (Shortly after her death full equal voting rights were given to all over 21 .)

In young democracies we often see people walking many miles in terrible conditions to exercise their democratic right to vote, sometimes waiting hours in long queues .

Seeing our democratic heritage and sacrifices made to establish democracy in our country how can any one of us reject our democratic right to vote faithfully? It is both a privilege and a duty .

Whether you consider this country to be a Christian one or not, equality is a Christian principle . In the Bible, writing to the church in Galatia, St Paul says:

‘So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptised into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ . There is neither Jew nor Gentile,

neither slave nor free, nor is there male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus .’ (Galatians 3: 26–28; page 211 in your Jubilee New Testament) .

The Bible asserts that we are all made in God’s image, male and female . Even in this ‘Christian country’ we have been a bit slow picking this up . But, having established the point in our democratic system, let us not neglect that which is our birthright and our hard won privilege .

Rev’d Roger Aston

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ResolutionDue to the early deadline for CAWN this month I will tell you what is planned . John Hodges will be talking to us about the local Stroke

Association, which is a UK charity that supports stroke survivors, families and their carers .

We’ll then move on to the main meeting when we will discuss the National WI Resolution of organ donation . Countrywide, WI members are encouraged to become organ donors . Three people die every day whilst waiting for an organ transplant when one donor can transform up to nine different people’s lives . There is an organ donation register, which is a confidental computerised database recording people’s wishes .

Our next Meeting will be on June 19th and will be about care and finances in later life .

Janet Nattrass

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N i g h tOur first village bingo night • Friday 13th June 2014

Doors open: 7.00pm – Eyes down: 7.30pm

● Prizes for first line and full house● Drinks and nibbles available

● £5 per book – all proceeds to Village Hall

Please contact Ruth Bakewell (hall events co-ordinator) to

reserve a place in advance – this will help in planning the event on the day

Call 07768 450095 or 01865 883512 email ruth.bakewell@googlemail.com

Lost footballHas anybody found a Brazil World Cup 2014 football? It’s white with green, blue and orange swirls . We think it was left on Conse walk between the school and the village hall . It isn’t an expensive ball but was given to Paddy by his uncle, who he doesn’t see very often . We would be really grateful if anyone who finds it could either let me know and I will come and collect it or drop it into school .

Renee, 07903 233064

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St Peter’s Church of England Primary SchoolHeadteacher Mrs Jeanette A. G. Millward MA(Ed)Tel. 01865 880443; Email: office.3651@st-peters.oxon.sch.uk; www.st-peters.oxon.sch.uk

June 2014I am hoping that by the time you read this, St Peter’s Church of England Primary School will officially have become an academy as part of the Eynsham Partnership Academy. We are so pleased to have converted to join our friends at Bartholomew, Eynsham, Stanton Harcourt, Standlake, Freeland and Long Hanborough and we are really looking forward to working with them.

ToilETsYou may have noticed, if you walk through the village, that we had builders in the school over the Easter holidays. They were refurbishing our junior toilets including modernising the fixtures

and giving them a fresh coat of paint. On the return from the holidays the children, and staff, were very pleased with the result especially as the children

had a part to play in choosing the colours. We decided that one way to show our appreciation was to consider those schools in other countries that do not have toilets. After investigation we found a way of ‘twinning’ our new toilets with those in another country, donating money so that a toilet block could be built. We decided to have a ‘dress down day’ and chose the theme of pink and blue to go with our new toilets colour scheme.

We managed to raise a total of £240 and are supporting a school in Bredjing, Chad, Africa.

inTrEpid sTaffLast weekend some of the gallant staff from our school took on the challenge of raising money for charity. Mrs Linda

Carpenter, our Administrator, organised a group consisting of Mrs Julie Howe, Miss Hayley Bennett and Mrs Jennifer Miles to join in the Pink Ribbon Walk around Blenheim for the Breast Cancer Care charity. They all completed the walk in good time and it is expected that they will have raised over £400. Another intrepid walker was Mrs Jane Beecher who went to London to join in with the Moonwalk organised by another Breast Cancer charity. Well done to all of them!

sT pETEr’s nursEryWe are now in full swing and are booking places for September for children aged 2 and 3 years. Sessions are going fast so please either drop into school for a form, email or telephone.

inViTaTion To sEE THE nursEry We are aware that some members of the community were unable to come to our official opening in March and therefore did not have the chance to see inside our Nursery. We will be opening the Nursery for an hour on Wednesday 9th July between 6pm and 7pm for a public view. Please put the date in your diaries and come and have a look!

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Bridewell Organic Gardens and Vineyard June 2014

20th Anniversary Year

Open Afternoon: Sunday 8th June, 2–5pmTeas, plants and Bridewell organic wine for sale .

Bridewell is situated in Wilcote, between North Leigh and Finstock .For more information, please telephone

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Advertising ratesLocal ‘what’s on’ and fund-raising stuff is free. Simple local services, ‘for sales’ etc., are also free on noticeboard.

Suitable commercial businesses are invited to support our com-munity by buying advertising space at the following rates:

1/8 page, £6 (£60 per year)1/4 page, £10 (£100 per year)1/2 page, £15 (£150 per year)Full page, £25 (£250 per year)

Technical details for artwork are available on request. All material included at the discretion of CAWN. Profits will be passed to the Cassington Parochial Charities tosupport our community.

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Serving the Hanboroughs, Freeland, Cassington, South Leigh, Stanton Harcourt, Sutton and Northmoor.

Many non-Catholics come to our Church or get help from our Priest . You are always welcome .

SUNDAY MASS is at 10am with a Children’s Liturgy during Mass (and SATURDAY for Sunday 7 .30pm)

Mass also Mondays and Tuesdays 5 .30pm, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 .30am and Fridays 7am . (The Tuesday Mass is sometimes at 7am .)

THE PRIEST Fr . Martin Flatman is happy to receive enquiries by phone, email or text . Mobile 07719 646790;frmartinflatman@gmail .com

HIS WEEKLY TALK (Homily) can be sent to you by email . Just send your address . It can also be found on the Parish Website and on his blog, which is: frmartinflatman .wordpress .com . See his daily thoughts on FACEBOOK as Martin Flatman and on TWITTER @frmartinflatman

THE CHURCH is open for prayer every day (address below) .

THE HALL (The Tolkien Room) is available for hire . Tel: 0745 4824234 or email jackb-k@ntlworld .com .

OUR ANNUAL SUMMER FETE AND BARBECUE is on Sunday 29th June . This is always a happy family occasion beginning at about 11 .30am and going through till about 3pm . The lunch is not just a barbecue but a whole array of other great dishes and puddings! There are the usual stalls where you can spend some more of your money to support the Church . The garden will be open free to those who are there until 2pm, after which it will only be open to those who have a programme for Eynsham in Bloom or purchase one . Teas will be served until about 5 .30pm .

EYNSHAM IN BLOOM is the weekend of the 28th/29th June when fifteen gardens will be open in Eynsham between 2pm and 6pm . Teas will be served at St Peter’s on both afternoons and there will be a children’s trail and probably some medieval dancing on the Saturday as well as the aforementioned Fete on the Sunday . You buy a programme for £3 .50 from the first garden you visit and that admits you to all the others . Under 16s come in free .

FIRST COMMUNION SUNDAY is on 22nd June, when our children will make their Communion for the first time . We hope lots of people will come to support them on their special day . They have been preparing since last December and recently have been very visible taking an active part in our Sunday Mass as they learn more about what actually happens and why .

PENTECOST is the day when Jesus’ friends first got the courage to go out from their locked room and preach about him . They tell of a powerful experience as the Holy Spirit came to them and filled them with joy and courage . The Church celebrates this event on Sunday 9th June but at St Peter’s we will also think of it the following Sunday when we will pray for one of our adults, Nick Hutton, to receive the Holy Spirit in a special way as he is confirmed .

A GARDEN PARTY IN LONG HANBOROUGH on 22nd June is a special must for parishioners from St Peter’s as Nicki and Mark Richardson of 26 Isis Close invite people into their garden from 1pm til 5pm . Proceeds will go to support the work of LIFE which has a drop-in centre for women in Oxford who are wondering whether they should have an abortion . LIFE tries to provide an impartial counselling service and a place to stay for pregnant women who want to keep their babies .

Abbey Street, Eynsham OX29 4HR Telephone 01865 881613Website: www .stpeterseynsham .org .uk

THE CATHOLIC CHURCH OF ST PETER , EYNSHAM

EYNSHAM BAPTIST CHURCH

Baptist Church telephone/answer phone: 01865 882203Church secretary, Denise Launchbury: 01865 881128

Hall bookings: 07900 066471

SUNDAY MORNING SERVICEwith Junior Church, 10 .30am

Songs of Praise usually the 2ND SUNDAY of the month, 3 .00pm

THURSDAY Reflective Service with Holy Communion,12 .00 noon

Bible Study Groups meet throughout the week, so please enquire.

If you wish to be uplifted, link into my thought for the day.

Twitter @1947ireneRev’d Irene B (Irene Buckingham)

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The church is open daily as a place of quiet and escape from everyday pressures.

JUNE 2014There is a service of Holy Communion on Tuesdays at 9 .30am, and prayers at 12 noon on Thursdays .

Sunday 1 June8am Holy Communion (BCP)10am St Peter’s Together Revd Kath Cooke

Sunday 8 June10am Holy Communion11 .30am Holy Communion, Longlands Nursing Home Revd Roger Aston

Sunday 15 June8am Holy Communion (BCP)10am Morning Worship Revd Morey Andrews

Sunday 22 June10am Holy Communion Revd Roger Aston (Preacher: Margaret Thornton)6pm Evensong (BCP) Derek Foster

Sunday 29 June – St Peter’s Day8am Holy Communion (BCP) Revd Kath Cooke4 .30pm Messy Church in the Village Hall Revd Kath Cooke

St Peter’s Togetherin St Peter’s Church at 10am1st June – Ascension Sunday

St Peter’s Together is an informal celebration suitable for all ages, bringing together the Church congregations, St Peter’s School and the Cassington community .

Everyone is welcome .

Messy Church – St Peter’s Day 29th June at 4.30pm (with tea), Cassington Village Hall (see page 2 for details)What is Messy Church? It’s for all ages . It’s fun . It explores a biblical theme through a variety of messy craft activities .

What Messy Church is not . It’s not just for children, church-goers or families . It’s not a club . Everyone is welcome .

Children and young people at St Peter’s ChurchAlthough we do not have any Sunday School at present, children are very welcome at St Peter’s . We have an area available where there are age-appropriate toys and books .

There are various Youth Cell Groups held in Eynsham throughout the week . (Contact: Youth Worker – Olly Shaw 07885 914033 stleonardsyouth .blogspot .co .uk)

Cassington tinies & toddlersA parent/carer & toddler group in Cassington Village Hall 10–11 .30am on Mondays (school term time) .

9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th JuneToys, crafts, songs and refreshments for under-fives and their carers .

The group is being run by St Peter’s Church in partnership with local parents . For more information please contact Kath Cooke – revkathcooke@gmail .com

Vicar: Revd Morey Andrews, 45 Acre End Street, Eynsham, Oxon OX29 4PF. Tel: 01865 881323. Email moreyandrews@btinternet.comCurate: Revd Kath Cooke. Tel: 01865 881366. Email revkathcooke@gmail.com. Associate Curate: Revd Roger Aston.

Youth Worker: Olly Shaw. Tel. 07885 914033. Email youth.stleonards@gmail.comEnquiries, including Marriages, Baptisms and Funerals please contact

Church Administrator Jan Macdonald (Mon–Thur, 9am–1pm); Tel: 01865 883325; email: stleonards_stpeters@btconnect.com

ST PETER’S CHURCH OF ENGLAND CASSINGTON The Church of St Peter’s is here as a fellowship to worship God,

build people up in Christ and share his love with others

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parish notesThe council met on 1st May with three members of the public present . The council wishes to develop a Community Led Plan which is a vision of how Cassington wants to develop in the future and identifies the action needed to achieve it . To this end a representative from the Oxfordshire Rural Community Council has been invited along to explain the process at the Annual Parish Meeting, which will be held on the 12th June in the Village Hall . It was Cllr Clive Wilkinson’s last meeting of the council as he is standing down after some twelve years as councillor, ten years of which have been as Chairman . Cllr Pat Clague thanked him on behalf of the council for his major contribution to the work of the council over the years . Hugh Thomas will be taking over the vacancy from 22nd May . All remaining councillors will be re-elected .It was also West Oxfordshire Cllr Larry Poole’s last meeting and a presentation was made to him by Cllr Claire Martin .

BIKE NIGHTThe council agreed payment of £456 plus VAT to St John’s Ambulance for their attendance at Bike Night . Concern was expressed over the substantially increased charge from last year; therefore future payments will be reviewed annually for First Aid attendance to keep costs under control . The Bike Night copyright is now registered in the Council’s name .

Elms Road Play aREa Cllr Martin reported that it was now likely that the Pre-school will be making a grant to the council in the region of £3,000, for purchase and installation of a new item of equipment . Work to replace some of the rotten fencing around the Play Area will start this month . The Clerk is investigating the cost of a sand bunker to be located in the playing field . Cllr Thomas is meeting Cassington Landscapes to discuss the removal of shards of bark discovered in the play area and seeking advice from WODC’s Landscape Officer about the play surface .

QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLICA member of the public asked councillors to investigate a problem with Batimer ditch . Cllrs Clague and Thomas are handling this . It was reported there was a tree blocking the river close to the A40, which caused flooding of the adjoining fields . The Clerk will report this to the Environment Agency, although the landowner is responsible . There was a report of a drain blocked on the pathway near to the village . The Clerk will report this to Highways .

TRAFFICCampaign for speed limit, Yarnton Road . Oxfordshire County Council has completed a traffic speed survey on this road and the results are awaited . Cllr Clague reported on a car accident on this road on the evening of 23rd April .

MAINTENANCEWest Oxon District Council has been asked to help arrange a tree survey of council owned trees . A lime tree at the end of Conse Walk is to be inspected as a priority as there is evidence of dead branches .

PAYMENTSIt was agreed to make the following payments after considering the budget position:ORCC subscription £50Cllr Wilkinson (reimbursement of posts and signs for village hall car park and Cllr allowance) £240 .87

PLANNINGa) Applications i) Planning ref no 14/0538/P/LB Installation of three solar panels on South facing roof – The Old Manor, Bell Lane, Cassington . No objection,

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what’s on?CASSINGTON WITHURSDAY 19TH JUNE, 7.45pm THE VILLAGE HALL

CARE AND FINANCES IN LATER LIFEEILEEN RACE

Cassington BookwormsOur next meeting is on Monday 2nd June, when we will be talking about The Hundred-Year-Old Man Who Climbed out of the Window and Disappeared, by Jonas Jonasson .

On July 14th we will be talking about Alan Johnson’s memoir of a childhood, This Boy .

All welcome at the Old Manor, Cassington (tel . 880709)

CassinGTon CafÉCASSINGTON VILLAGE HALL

Mondays 2nd June and 7th July from 10am until noon

We look forward to seeing you all then!

VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS

For information, and to book the Village Hall, contact:

Nicky Copelin, The New House, The Green, CassingtonTel: 01865 881813; Email: nickycopelin@aol .com

Don’t forget . . . When you book the Village Hall you can make use of our wireless broadband connection – ask

Nicky for details when you make your booking

cassingtonvillagehall.org.uk

There is a post office right here in CassingtonEvery Monday and Thursday from 9.30–11.30am

in the Red Lion Public House

Try it for all the everyday stuff that any post office does

ii) Planning ref no 14/0585/P/FP Erection of a single storey extension to enlarge existing dwelling including new porch on north elevation . Installation of an air-source heat pump – Dove House, Pound Lane, Cassington . No objection . b) Notice of approval WodCi) Planning ref 14/0333/P/FP Changes to fenestration and erection of replacement porch – Hollybank, Bell Lane, Cassington . ii) Planning Ref 14/0256/P/FP Conversion of part of garage to office – 8 Orchard Close, Cassington . iii) Planning Ref 14/0102/P/F/P Erection of two storey side extension, replace flat roof with pitched roof – 21 Elms Rd, Cassington .The date of the next meeting was agreed for 7 .30pm Thursday 5th June 2014 in the Village Hall . The annual parish meeting was agreed for 7 .30pm Thursday 12th June in the village hall .

David Casey, Parish ClerkEmail: cassingtonclerk@gmail.com

Cassington’s Annual Parish Meeting

Thursday 12 June 2014 at 7.30pmCassington Village Hall

Please come along to hear about village activities and have your say. All are welcome! Village groups represented are:

Police and Neighbourhood Action Group • St Peter’s Church • Village Hall Committee • Sports & Social Club • Newsletter team • Women’s Institute • St Peter’s School • Royal British Legion • Parochial Charities • District and

County Councillors

Bell ringing competitionOn Saturday 14th June the Witney and Woodstock branch of the guild of church bell ringers will be holding its annual striking competition and this year the chosen venue is St Peter’s Church, right here in Cassington . The competition features bell ringing teams from six-bell churches from around the branch area and will run from 6–9pm . So if you’re a fan of our recently restored bells this is a great opportunity to really appreciate them .

Saturday 7th June 2014On Saturday 7th June 2014 the marriage of our daughter Katy to Rudi Hakiman is taking place at St Peter’s Church, Cassington, followed by a reception in the grounds of The Elms, Yarnton Road, Cassington . There will be more vehicles in the village that day, particularly in the Village Hall car park, and inevitably some noise .  We apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause and hope that you will bear with us on this special occasion . Thank you .

Ron and Jan Macdonald22 St Peter’s Close

Dream Studios NEW Junior Dream Class for ages 5–10Mondays 3 .15–4 .30pm from 9th June, Village Hall

Please email dreamstudios@hotmail.co.ukor phone 07740 281336 to register for a place

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For local services, ‘for sale’ or similar notices, please send copy (by email ideally) to the usual address . Appropriate notices are FREE, and are placed at our discretion .

HATE IRONING?Then Take It To Elsie

@ 15, Elms Road, Cassington

Tel. 01865 882168 for further details

Do you know there is a free service to Cassington

residents that will take you to the doctors’ surgeries at Eynsham or Long Hanborough?

Run by volunteers, this is available by phoning

Sheila Nelson on 880740 or Pat Vereker on 880693

Please give us as much notice as possible

Unfortunately we are now unable to offer transport to hospitals for routine outpatient appointments. For these please contact the patient transport number 0300 100 0015 or Volunteer Link Up 01993 776277 (there may be costs with this service).

Babysitting offered:Miranda Rogers and Frances Butson

both aged 17, both have completed Red Cross First Aid for Babies and Children

certificate. £4 per hour

Telephone Miranda (881322)or Frances (881859)

Longlands Hair SalonProfessional hair dressing in our

own salon.

Longlands Nursing Home 881440

If you need questions answered on the pavilion/garage/playing field, in the first

instance please contact

Denise Cato: denisecato@hotmail.co.uk; 07548 736258.

BARBERGents cuts @ home by Vikki.

Very competitive rates.

Tel: 07514333588

Calling all Cassington mums, dads and carers

We would like to invite you to join our friendly local group on Facebook. Search for Cassington mums’ group and send a request to join. It’s a great way to meet new people, keep up-to-date with what’s going on, and get involved in lots of fun social stuff

too – both with and without the kids!

If anyone is new to the village and would like a friendly chat to introduce themselves and their families, feel free to contact Vicky (07917 403976; vickyt@pink-sky.co.uk) or Jess (07852187079; lefevrejessica@

yahoo.com).

LOCAL CHILDMINDERMy name is Cate Sirkett and I can provide high quality childcare within my home as

a newly registered childminder.I offer a range of fun activities and

experiences, trips out, home-prepared meals and healthy snacks all in a safe and homely environment. The childcare I provide is based on the Early Years Foundation Stage principles for child

development as regulated by Ofsted.

Contact me on 07968 720241 or csirkett@gmail.com for an informal

chat about your childcare needs.

Dates for your diaryUnless shown, events are in the Village Hall

JuneMonday 2nd, 10–noonCassington Café

Monday 2nd, 8pm, The Old ManorBookworms, The 100-Year-Old Man ...

Thursday 12th, 7 .30pmAnnual Parish Meeting

Friday 13th, 7 .00Cassington’s First Ever Bingo Night!

Thursday 19th, 7 .45pmCare and Finances in Later Life, WI

Monday 30thBike Night!

JulyFri 4th, 7pm; Sat 5th, 2pm, 7pm’Allo, ’Allo, Red Lion Garden

Monday 7th, 10–noonCassington Café

Monday 14th, 8pm, The Old ManorBookworms, This Boy

Tickets for films and shows from:Ruth Bakewell (01865 883512)Nicky Copelin (01865 881813)

Small friendly playgroupfor ages 2 to school

Lovely new outdoor areaFor more information call

Janet - 01865 881114

assingtonPre-SchoolPlaygroup

TIME FOR A STORYPrimary KS1/KS2 English Tuition in my home in Cassington.

Contact Nicola on 07734 308866 or nicola.wilby@icloud.com

ODD JOBSNeed a hand in the garden

or around the house?Clearing • Mowing / Trimming• Planting • Lifting / Moving

• Painting • Car washing... and any other jobs you need doing.

Contact Johnny Horgan07863123983