[Issue 71 Index]
Harvest Lunch
Sunday 27th September
following the 11.15 a.m. service
(see page 3)
We have the opportunity of starting a
Women's Institute
Group in Sandford
If you might me interested,
see page 5 about
an informal meeting on Tuesday 15th September
|
- 1 -
CHURCH NEWS
Ministry team:
Robert Morgan (Lower Farm, 748848) priest-in-charge.
Mary Parsons (763909) - associate priest.
Brian Andrews (777011) - lay reader.
Liz Shatford (772598) - pastoral assistant.
Church Wardens: Mrs Marjorie Harris (24 Henley Road) and Ray Lee (93 Henley Road).
Director of music: Martin Pitson.
Sunday services:
| 8.00a.m. | (First Sunday of the month) | Holy Communion BCP |
| 10.00a.m. | (Weekly) | Parish Communion |
| 11.15a.m. | (Last Sunday of the month) | Family service |
| 6.30p.m. | (Weekly) | Evening prayer |
ALL-AGE SERVICE
PRAYER AND PRAISE
Last Sunday of the month 11.15 a.m. Refreshments 12.15.
The next 11.15 will be on September 27th and the theme will be
Harvest (see page 3). Then on October 25th and November 29th
All welcome, and requests for music, hymns etc. also welcome.
SUNDAY CLUB
for 4-8 yr olds meets in the Welch Room (by the church tower),
from 10.0- 11.0 every Sunday from September 13th,
except the last Sunday of the month (see above).
We have stories, games, make things, make music
and have refreshments (very important).
If you haven't been before, please just turn up,
or ring Ann Pitson (01235-526263) or Prue Sykes (748848)
for further information.
- 2 -
Harvest Festival and Lunch
There will be two morning Harvest services on
Sunday 29th September,
in addition to the traditional Harvest Evensong at 6.30 p.m.
when the Vicar of Littlemore will be the preacher
the Family Communion service at 10.0 a.m.
and the 'Prayer and Praise' all-age service at 11.15 a.m.
At each of these two services gifts are welcome, which will be
donated to the Porch, supporting homeless people in East Oxford.
The Porch would be particularly grateful for practical donations such
as teabags, biscuits, coffee, breakfast cereals, jam, peanut butter,
packets of soup, cake, cheese etc.
[The Porch - more info]
After the 11.15 service, from 12 noon,
there will be a Harvest Lunch in the Village Hall,
to which all are welcome.
Please tell us whether you can come
and will bring food or make a contribution.
Advance notice of the
Advent Carol Service
A service of music and readings will be held in St Andrew's
church at 6.30 p.m. on Advent Sunday, 29th November.
|
Foot problems?
Contact the Sandford Chiropodist, Liz Shatford A.Ch.P., on 772598)
|
Meeting point
The future of this Village Lunch (second Friday of the month from 12.30)
is under review. Anyone with views please tell the vicar or wardens.
There will be the usual Meeting Point in September on Friday 11th.
- 3 -
Rest in peace
Mrs Vera Norton
Ray and Vera came to Sandford from Summertown in 1948 to take
over (and improve) the garage on Henley Road. Vera had come to
Oxford from Cambridge where her father made scientific instruments
and during the war drove an ambulance in Oxford, later working as a
telephonist with Hartwell's, then in Summertown. She married Ray in
1943 and produced Michael, Margaret and Trish, two of whom still live
in Sandford, and kept the books for Ray's business. Over the past
twenty-odd years she has been an adoring grandmother and all six
girls will miss her hugely. She continued sewing (and chattering) to the
end, making each girl a tapestry, and a family Christening dress. We
will miss her. Not many people knew how ill she was for some time
with breathing difficulties as she kept up her ebullient high spirits, but
she knew, and chose joyful hymns for the church service: How great
thou art, and Make me an instrument of thy peace. Our warmest
sympathies to Ray and the family. After the service here in her church,
and cremation, her ashes were laid in the Garden of Remembrance in
the village she made her home over most of her adult life.
The Pitson Memorial
The wrought iron candlesticks in memory of Charlie and Elsie Pitson's
lifetimes' devoted service will be dedicated on 22nd November at the
10.0 service. Since the stalks were given by Christ Church Canon Jeffrey
(formerly Vicar of Headington) will do this, and as a canon is a big shot
who can cope with height and distance he will also be asked to reach
out and bless the Charlie Jones memorial i.e. the new stone cross on
the church roof. The 20 beautiful candlesticks were made by Francis
Shatford and will illuminate Compline at 9.0 p.m. in Lent and Advent,
and on special occasions such as Carol services, Midnight Mass etc.
The parish takes this opportunity to thank all those who contributed to
the memorials to Charlie and Elsie Pitson, to Charlie Jones, and to Frank
Welch and Joe Smith. We continue to treasure them all.
- 4 -
Women's Institute
Are you a woman between 18 and 108? Then the WI could be for
you. Sport, arts and crafts ad friendship are just some of the many
things the WI can offer you. If you are interested in becoming part of a
new branch of the WI in Sandford there's an informal meeting at the
Village Hall on Tuesday 15th September at 12-2 p.m. and 6.30
7.30 p.m. For more information contact Joan Inston on 715788.
LIFE BEGINS AGAIN IN SEPTEMBER ...
BING0 in the Village Hall every Thursday, 7.0 for 8.0, raises
funds for the Village Hall.
Mother and Toddlers due to restart on Friday 11th September
9.30 at 11 a.m. in Village Hall. New arrivals welcome as some
graduate to Speedwell and Mandy goes to Chelmsford.
Youth Club restarts on 9th September on Wednesdays from
7.0-8.30 under the leadership of Alice Daglish. New members
welcome. We need more adult helpers, even if only on a
monthly basis. Please contact Alice or Link or Vicar if interested.
Bible Study groups Details from vicar (748848).
Sandford Labour Club Contact Jim at 74720l
Sandford Bridge Club Contact Sophie (748134) or Pam (777011)
Reading/writing group for budding writers, or if you just enjoy
reading, contact Ray or Clan on 395925.
Music group - if you are interested in helping to set up a group,
contact Pete at 53 Henley Road.
|
- 5 -
Vera Norton
Ray Norton writes: On behalf of all our family I would like to thank the
village, readers of the Link and all kind friends who sent us cards and
expressed their sympathy in various ways. Thank you all. Vera died
suddenly in hospital on June 22nd, and came to our church on July 1st
before cremation. Her ashes were placed in the Garden of Rest after
Sunday service on July 5th. I would also like to especially thank the
choir, the organist and the vicar (Bob) for a most beautiful service for
Vera. Thank you all.
Many thanks
to Sue Bowen, Sue Riley, Julie, and Lucille Baker for again organising
and running the Sandford Playscheme, which was much appreciated.
Oxford Welsh Male Voice Choir
presents its
70th ANNIVERSARY CONCERT
with the Bournemouth, Chipping Norton and Wantage
Male Voice Choirs
Conductor Robert Webb Accompanist Brian Tidy
at the
Oxford Town Hall
on Saturday 19th September at 7.O p.m.
Tickets with Early Booking Discount available from
Mr.P.Bunce White Lodge, Church Road, Sandford
|
and
Music in the Abbey
A festival of three concerts in aid of Helen House will be held in
Dorchester Abbey on 11th (Vivaldi The Four Seasons), 12th (Stravinsky
Firebird Suite) and 13th (Handel Messiah) September. Tickets £10/£5
for 11th and 13th, £5 for the 12th, available from the Oxford Playhouse.
- 6 -
CONGRATULATIONS
| to |
Bob and Hazel Hutton on the Golden Wedding Anniversary on 24thJuly 1998 |
| to |
Jane and Ashley Cadman of Heyford Hill Lane on the birth of
Arabella and Daisy, extra sisters for Josh, Mattie and Poltyanna |
| to |
Rose and Pete Lakemann of Henley Road on the birth of Chelsea
on the 2nd June, a sister for Steve, David and Paul |
| to |
David and Emily Lovell of Heyford Hill Lane on the birth of
Francesca on 27th August |
| to |
Andy Pike and Karen of Pheasant Walk on the birth of their first child |
| to |
Val Rudman on reaching the Great Halfway mark and thanks for
the splendid party to celebrate this in the village hall. |
BAPTISMS
Eleanor Holly Shacklady of Henley Road,
Connor Joseph Kennedy of River View,
Charlotte Saunders of Pheasant Walk
FAREWELLS
The nice thing about Sandford is how some of the golden oldies go on
and on, but the sad thing is how many of the thirty-somethings move
on fast. All the families who started the Sunday creche have now gone
- lastly Ross, Carys, Eleanor and Jocelyn Beadle of River View - we
wish them very well in Witney. Also from River View Drs Jonathan
and Marie Claris Hamling and Harry (which still leaves over a
dozen doctors in the village). Tony and Diana James from Church
Road with thanks for business support for the Link. Also farewell
shortly to Mandy and Adrian Matthews and their family of Keene
Close. In their short stay here they made a notable contribution, Mandy
especially by running the Toddlers group with Maria, and Adrian for his
athletic prowess on the rugby field and Sandford River Run (oops,
sorry) last year. Lots of other movement pending in the village so watch
this space.
- 7 -
AND WELCOME
to lots of new arrivals (courtesy Westbury Homes) to Heyford Hill Lane,
especially to Jason Caffell and Becky Godfry and to Nicola, Leon
and Rosie Kirkbride establishing a new Sandford dynasty
(congratulations again to Kelly on her 4.28 p.b. at 1500m). To David
and Emily Lovell and their baby Francesca, two days old as the Link
goes to press. To Mr Tolputt. To Jane Hills and Amy and Georgia
and all others in that new corner of Sandford who were out when the
Link reception committee called. And across the road, welcome back
home to Catherine and Eleanor Kilgariff and to Peter and Peggy
Simpson. At the other end of the village, bottom of Church Road, a
warm welcome to Mr and Mrs Bhalla and Riddhi (away in Ann
Arbor) and Kumal. Changes too in Keene Close - welcome to Terry
and Donna Green. Also to newcomers on River View, and welcome
back to the Sandford fringe ('Oxford village') to Ann nee Waterfield
and Clive and Neil.
St Mary and St Nicholas church, Littlemore
September - November 1998
Sunday 13th September 6.30 p.m.: Special Ecumenical
Service celebrating the Baptist Chapel in Littlemore (Chapel
Lane) the oldest religious building in Littlemore.
Saturday 3rd October Parish Gift Day.
Members of the public are invited to bring their gifts in support
of the Church to our church.
Sunday 4th October 10.0 a.m.: Harvest Festival
Sunday 1st November 6.0 p.m. Special Eve of All Soul's Day service
We commemorate and pray for all who have died,
and we light candles and go out into the graveyard to bless the
graves, If you want your family grave blessed please come to the
service and place a candle by the grave.
29th November (Advent Sunday): 6.0 p.m. Advent Carol service.
Prepare for Christmas by singing Advent carols.
|
- 8 -
SANDFORD PARISH COUNCIL
Mr Nigel Northcott has offered to serve on the Parish Council and has
been formally co-opted. Nigel lives at 13 River View, and will be
welcomed by the council on his Acceptance of Office at their September meeting.
The present Council will hold office until May 1999.
Some highlights from recent Council meetings:
Village maintenance
Our two Bus Shelters in the Village had become rather dilapidated,
but repairs have been completed, further enhancing the appearance of
the centre of the village.
The railings round the Village Hall Recreation Ground have also been
given a fresh coat of paint, and now look a lot smarter.
Folk walking down Church Road to the river will find easier passage
along the footpath below the Old School now that Four Pillars have
cleared the dead and diseased trees along the boundary. The
treatment may have seemed drastic, but was necessary after many
years of neglect; Four Pillars will be re-planting with disease-resistant
native species in due season.
Thanks to the neighbours for putting up with noise during operations.
Planning application
Yet another Planning Application has been submitted for the site of 7A
Henley Road, opposite the Village Hall. A previous application,
eighteen months ago, had been accepted, with conditions, by the
Council. This latest application has been objected to on the grounds of
access, and unsuitable style and materials for the village. Meanwhile,
the site is becoming an eyesore at the centre of the village, and action
may have to be taken.
MILLENNIUM EVENTS
The Council is studying several ideas for making the Millennium.
Please let us know of YOUR ideas,
what you would like to see or have done.
- 9 -
Village Skip
The Village Skip will be delivered to its site
on the following dates: 4th September
over the weekend, 6th October and 3rd
November midweek. The skip will
continue to be sited at the Village Hall car
park until a suitable alternative site
can be found.
Link supplement
It is hoped that the next supplement will be published during October.
The Sandford River Run
The ninth of the 'nineties annual Fun Runs to Radley took place
on 20th June in 80 odd degrees F. The heat and the World Cup and
the Lord's Test Match, plus injury, work and idleness meant a reduced
entry from the more portly previous competitors of Broadhurst Gardens
and Henley Road, but Sam Hutton with bandages carried the Fox
banner impressively over 5 miles (42 mins 30 secs) and the younger
generation was well represented (23 entries for 3 miles). The over 55s
division was hotly contested, all running the 5, with little to choose
between Church Treasurer Mike Dixon, Vicar, and multi-grandfather
Alan Butler, who was awarded the Sandford Rose Bowl. All around 50 mins.
The Sandford challenge shield was won by Steve Bull in 31.24,
but as he had won it twice in the early nineties he passed it on to
runner-up Peter Cork (34.05). Frank Bailey was proxime accessit at
34.15. Fastest woman over 5 miles was Brian and Pam's visitor
Katherine Carpenter (42.18). Her husband Philip was even fitter (38.25)
and Stephen Chambers 42.17. The most improved performance (in
living memory) over 5 miles was Adrian Matthews 46.27 (who last year
won the 'spare Bob's pride' award with well over 50). Paul Daglish
was again very solid with 42.57 (last year 25.42 over 3 miles).
- 10 -
In the three mile race medals were won by James Fenn - Gold -
with 22.40, a remarkable performance for a ten year old - last year he
did 27.45 - and a talented footballer too (his Mum Sharon was called
away after 6 months' intensive training, alas). Junior gold to Laurence
Hutton aged 7 (31.03). Senior silver to Ben Doyle aged 13 (24.12) and
Bronze to Aidan Maulson aged 12 (26-49). Junior silver to Matthew
Daglish (26.50).
Near miss certificates and commendations were awarded to
Martin Judd (28.51 - last year 26.30 ...), Mitchell Maulson (30.11 - last
year 28.10, aged 7), Clare Hutton (30.50), Thomas Gates (31.13), Faye
O'Donahue (33.59), Sadie O'Donahue (35.05), Louise Quested (35.22),
Jake Tasker (aged 8 - 35.46), Jessica Boyle (36.04), Kieran O'Donahue,
aged 6-36.34 - he therefore wins the 'most improved junior award' -
he took 45.40 to win the youngest competitor award last year). His
father, Kieran senior 36.35, Thomas Daglish (37.30), Samantha Doyle
(36.50), Emma Tasker (38.30), Matthew Gates (aged 7) 42.57,
Christopher and Jenny Gates, Helen and Alice Daglish - who gets the
bravery award for coping with an untoward incident on the tow-path
which cast a shadow over an otherwise good day.
The atrocious heat conditions were reflected in the older gents'
times as against last year in the mud. Special appreciation to Vince
Boyle for his meticulous time-keeping, to Prue
Sykes for back-up, to Jane, Gill, Liz and
People's Warden Ray Lee for Red Cross
arrangements, to everyone who gave and
won sponsorship. Among those
who did not run this year were Andy
and Karen Pike whose baby arrived
2 weeks ago (this was accepted as fair
enough). Lamer excuses were noted in
the Book of Sandford, and we look
forward to welcoming stragglers
back to the fold next June.
[More information on the River Run]
- 11 -
Village Hall
After ten years as Chairman of the Management Committee and
Trustees Mr Gladwell is standing down. It has at times been a
thankless task clearing up after vandalism, etc. and with less
cooperation on occasion than he had a right to expect. But he has
remained cheerful and pays tribute to the rest of the committee.
The treasurer Mr Bunce also retired with his presentation of the
accounts (see June Link). He has kept them meticulously for years
again with some users being less than helpful. Richard Brown of
7 Rock Farm Lane takes over as chairman, Gloria Caswell as
secretary, and Paul Daglish as treasurer. Mrs Hazel Hutton
remains caretaker and Sharon Fenn of 3 Henley Road (Tel:716597) in
charge of bookings.
On behalf of the village the Link thanks both the out-going and
the in-coming teams, and also Mrs Janet Shepherd for getting
action accelerated on the Council's paying for the renovation of
the kitchen during her brief tenure as Chairman.
Barry and Barbara
welcome you to the
Catherine Wheel
FREEHOUSE
38 Henley Road
Sandford-on-Thames, Oxford OX4 4YP
Tel: 01865-778340
Hot and Cold Bar Food
Traditional Sunday Roast Lunches. Real Ales
Large Garden. Ample Car Park
Parties and Outside Functions catered for
|
Information technology
Our man for the Web is Dan Tarzey. Enthusiasts and buffs can meet him by
e-mail: tarzey @ compuserve.com.
See also the site: http://ourworld.
compuserve.com/homepages/
tarzey/sandford.htm.
[ UPDATE: the Sandford web page is now
www.tarzey.co.uk/sandford ]
e-mail
The Link itself is thinking of
giving up ink and going e-mail.
It would therefore be glad to
know of any villagers' e-mail
addresses who are happy to be
contacted through the latest
technology.
- 12 -
Don't suffer in silence
Domestic violence is any physical, emotional or sexual abuse between
people who are, or have been, in a close relationship. It can happen
to anyone, whatever their age. There are local organisations which
can offer confidential advice, some of which are:
Oxford Women's Aid (791186) who offer a safe place to stay, and
information, advice and support to women and their children.
Victim Support (711186) who have a team of volunteers who visit
people at home or in a neutral place and offer emotional support and
practical help.
Housing Rights Centre (247853), who offer free advice on housing issues.
Citizens Advice Bureau (247578) who offer free information on
benefits, women's rights, divorce and custody of children, and a range
of other information. They can also advise you on how to contact a
solicitor and whether you will be eligible for Legal Aid.
Oxford Sexual Abuse and Rape Crisis Centre (726295) who offer
free confidential support to women of all ages who have suffered any
physical, emotional or sexual abuse recently or in the past.
Samaritans (722122) who offer confidential counselling on any problems.
and
a new marriage counselling centre
If you are experiencing difficulties in your relationship Marriage Care
may be able to help. Their trained counsellors offer clients individuals
or couples one-hour long counselling sessions, It is a confidential
service, and clients are seen by appointment at accessible premises in
central Oxford. There is no fee, though those who can are invited to
make a donation. Phone 249105, or a national telephone helpline on
0345-573921 is open for callers from 3.0 - 9.0 on Mondays and Thursdays.
- 13 -
The price of progress - or vandalism in Sandford
The new houses in Heyford Hill Lane are an attractive addition to the
village. Many of us are also pleased that the Donnington Trust has not
been free to sell the field between there and the old village for in-fill
development. But can someone explain why some barbarian thought
it necessary to send in a JCB and tear down the very attractive hedge
behind Broadhurst Gardens and so displace several pheasant and
reduce the amenities for residents?
Friends of the Fabric
Friends of God will meet as usual weekly this autumn, but a recent
report on the state of St Andrew's church tower, eroded by chemicals in
the air, suggests that major patching and rebuilding will soon be
needed. The managers of the Building Fund therefore invite also
villagers who are not regular worshippers inside this building, but value
its continued presence as a local resource, to join up with the Friends of
St Andrews to make an annual donation (tax-exempt) towards its
upkeep. Please contact vicar, or treasurer (78 Church Road) or
Covenants Secretary (Old School, Church Rd) or Warden 24 or 93
Henley Road) for form or further info.
Garden Therapy
Spending my hours,
planting the flowers
to brighten the gloom
with many a bloom.
When the flowers are at their best
I'm at rest.
What a bargain,
Nature so giving,
helping my living.
|
Every Time
You have won a prize.
Thank you I feel honoured.
But to me gardening is not
about winning or losing,
to me it's about being at one
with nature and the maker.
From him I win a prize -
it helps to brighten any gloom
every time a flower does bloom.
|
|
Roger Phipps
|
- 14 -
Any old furniture?
OCVA run a Furniture Recycling Project, collecting re-usable furniture
and household items to benefit people in need referred by Social
Services, housing officers or other recognised organisations. Contact
OCVA Furniture Re-cycling Project, the Old Community Centre,
Westlands Drive, Northway Estate, Oxford (763698).
Good neighbours needed
Age Concern is looking for friendly, mobile people willing to act as a link
to put older people in touch with the services they offer. They want to
recruit somebody in every parish in the county, so that they can provide
up to date information and help for older people and their carers on
issues ranging from health to benefits to keeping warm in winter.
Could you help in Sandford? Contact Julian Backhouse on 240619.
Henley Road, Sandford on Thames, Oxford OX4 4GX
Telephone: (01865) 334114 . Fax: (01865) 334400
WEB http://www.four-pillars.co.uk
Email: enquiries@four-pillars.co.uk
Set in 30 acres of glorious parkland on the banks of the Thames.
Open to non residents for drinks, light meals and riverside dining.
Carvery lunch on Sundays.
Conferences, Weddings (including Ceremony) and private parties.
Telephone 01865 334444.
|
- 15 -
It makes sense
Each house in Oxfordshire produces on average 0.8 tonnes of waste
per year a little higher than the national average of 0.7 tonnes. The
County Council waste management bill is a massive £7 million a year,
largely as a result of disposal costs a hefty proportion of your Council
tax bill is for waste. The Agenda 21 group, made up of ordinary
residents within South Oxfordshire, is currently looking into new (and
old) ways to reduce, re-use and recycle the waste we produce. This
will save landfill space, resources, liberate funds and generate income
for more important services. They will be looking at a number of
projects to reduce waste and benefit the environment over the coming
months. These include community compost schemes, information
campaigns for householders and small businesses and promoting
reusable products.
If you would like to be involved, or would like more information,
please write to Andrew Tinsley, Isis House, Howbery Park, Wallingford,
OX 10 8BD.
The Link magazine is published by the Link Committee
and edited by Prue Sykes, Lower Farm, Sandford-on-Thames (748848).
Articles, letters or news items for inclusion in the next issue
should be sent to Lower Farm.
Whilst the Committee makes every effort to ensure
the accuracy of the material contained no responsibility can be
held for any action arising from this publication.
Printed by Express Printing,
37 Benedict Square, Werrington, Peterborough, PTA 6GD
Tel/Fax: 01733-328327
- 16 -
Issue 71 Index
COPYRIGHT © 1998 by The Link Committee.
Reproduced with permission.