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Welcome

Here we are again, at thebeginning of the endof another year! Whyis it that Christmas time

comes around so quickly? It feelslike no sooner have I packed allmy Christmas decorations awayand put them back in the loft thatI’m dusting off my Christmas treeto put it up all over again! Wellyou know what they say, timeflies when you’re having fun….

Because the festive season is atime for friends and family it’s atime which provokes some ratherunexpected thoughts for me. I startto think and reflect what I havedone with the past year and I startto make plans for the next one. Themistakes I have made the choicesI have taken, both good and badbut more importantly, my hopesand dreams for my nearest anddearest. I also think about thosewho are sadly no longer with usand count my blessings that I’m stillable to enjoy the family I still have.

So let’s get busy planning anotherChristmas full of wonderful

memories, you can take part inour Quiz on page 44 or havea go at the Sudoku competitionon page 40 to win a prize,there is a late night shoppingguide to shopping centres inour area on page 19 as well assupermarket opening times of theTowcester stores on page 21.

For any of you who are usually BahHumbug - just remember EbenezerScrooge, It really isn’t that bad?

See you again next year!

Hcomes around so quickly? It feels like no sooner have I packed all my Christmas decorations away and put them back in the loft that I’m dusting off my Christmas tree to put it up all over again! Well you know what they say, time fl ies when you’re having fun….

Because the festive season is a

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Al-Anon - Helping Friends and Families ofProblem Drinkers for 60 years. National Helpline(manned 10am-10pm every day): 020 7403 0888CAN Drugs, Alcohol & Homelessness: 01604 622121Contraception Emergency: 01908 669215Fire & Rescue Service: 01604 797000Greens Norton Medical Centre Appts: 01327 358287

Dispensary: 01327 359670Greens Norton Village Hall: 01327 350219Greyfriars Bus Station: 01604 751431Lloyds Chemist Brook Health Centre: 01327 352417Lloyds Chemist 108 Watling St: 01327 350433Milton Keynes General Hospital: 01908 660033Neighbourhood Watch: 03000 111 222NHS Direct: 0845 46 47Northampton General Hospital: 01604 634700Paulerspury Doctors Surgery: 01327 811630Police: 03000 111 222Post Office, Greens Norton: 01327 350265Post Office, Towcester: 01327 350469Samaritans: 08457 909090Silverstone Surgery Appts: 01327 857240

Dispensary: 01327 857980Social Services: 01604 236236South Northants Council: 01327 322322Stagecoach: 08456 001 314 (8am - 5pm Mon-Fri)Stony Stratford Health Centre: 01908 260382The Brook Health Centre: 01327 323900 (Supple Practice)TADD (Towcester Area Door to Door) 01327 810300Towcester Library: 01327 350794Towcester Registrar : 01327 350774Towcester Community Centre: 01327 350995Towcester Medical Centre: 01327 359953 (Dr Ward & Ptnrs)Towcestrians Rugby Club: 01327 350141Towcester Town Council: 01327 350995

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ContentsDecember 2011 - January 2012 - Issue Number 19

03 Welcome04 Contents & Handy Numbers05 Education08 Pets10 Entertainment & Leisure16 Food & Drink23 Health, Beauty & Fitness32 Healthcare34 Computers36 Services38 Home Services40 Sudoku41 Homes55 Gardens64 Motors64 Motors

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• A happy & safe environment for 0-5 yrs• Experienced & qualified staff• Gold heartbeat award for our nutritioushomecooked meals & snacks

• Funded 2½ hr sessions available for pre-school• Full, part-time and school sessions available• Enclosed rear garden• Activities include music, dance & yoga

• A happy & safe environment for 0-5 yrs• Experienced & qualified staff• Gold heartbeat award for our nutritioushomecooked meals & snacks

• Funded 2½ hr sessions available for pre-school• Full, part-time and school sessions available• Enclosed rear garden• Activities include music, dance & yoga

Music Bugs launch local pre school classes

Music Bugs® who provide award winningmusic and singing classes for childrenaged 6 months to 4 years of age arelaunching classes in Milton Keynes,

Banbury, Towester, Buckingham and Bicester. Focusingon early childhood development, Music Bugs® classesencourage many important skills, namely numeracy,language and literacy, fine and gross motor skills andindependence.

Classes run for 40 minutes andoffer a fantastic range of propsfor the children to play withincluding percussion instruments, hobby horses, rhythmsticks, scarves, bubbles, pom poms, parachutes, handpuppets, balls and finger puppets. Classes havealready launched at the following venues (See inset)and further classes are planned for the future.

Each class costs £4.20, with discount available forsiblings. Pre-booked taster sessions are available.In addition to regular classes. Themed sessions are

planned in the run up toChristmas and during thesummer holidays. Further details ofthese sessions on will be posted on theweb page and Facebook.

For further details on the classesor to enquire about BirthdayParty options, please contactMichelle Dixon on 0844-822-1158, email [email protected] or visit www.musicbugs.co.uk/classes/miltonkeynes.phpclasses/miltonkeynes.php

Woburn Sands, Memorial Hall, Mondays at

10am (6-18mths) and 11am (18mths to 4 years).

Newport Pagnell, Portfields Community Centre,

Thursdays 10am (6-18 mths) and 11am (18mths

to 4 years).

Greens Norton, Community Centre, Fridays

10am (6-18mths) and 11am (18 mths to 4 years)

Education



Education

• GCSE scholarship testavailable 14th February2012 (for studentscurrently in year 9)

• Co-Ed Independent College(14 –19 yrs) offering GCSEand A level courses

• Ranked third in the Countyand top non selective school

• 78% of 2011 A Levelstudents gained A*-B grades

• 61% of our 2010 leaversentered one of the top 25 UKuniversities

• Average class sizes of 8students

• Tuition scholarships

• Call us to book anappointment

• Find us on the Barrack Road,Northampton



Education

Gain entry to atop UK university

W ith the currentcompetitivenessfor universityplaces; both

A Level and GCSE results willbecome increasingly importantin the application process. If astudent has had to retake theirGCSE or AS/A2 exams for anyreason because they did not getthe grades first time, they will be facingthe likelihood that one of their peers willtake preference.

In September 2010 we introduced a two yearGCSE scholarship for gifted students. Simran Pateland Emma-Jane Faulkner were part of this cohortand at the end of their first year at GCSE; bothstudents sat module exams in English Language,

History and Science. Simranachieved two ‘a*’ grades and

one ‘a’ grade, Emma-Janeachieved 1 ‘a*’ grade andtwo ‘a’ grades, a realsuccess for each studentat the end of their firstyear with us.

The aim of BosworthIndependent Collegeis to offer gifted students

a two year GCSEscholarship and then retain

this scholarship across anothertwo years for A Level study. By

doing this our hope is for the student toachieve the best advice on their future pathway and togain a place at a top 50 university.

Bosworth are holding a GCSE scholarship test on the14th February 2012 if your child is currently in Year9 and would like to sit the test, please contact us on01604 235 090.

top UK university

the grades fi rst time, they will be facing the likelihood that one of their peers will

History and Science. Simran achieved two ‘a*’ grades and

one ‘a’ grade, Emma-Jane achieved 1 ‘a*’ grade and two ‘a’ grades, a real success for each student at the end of their fi rst year with us.

The aim of Independent Collegeis to offer gifted students

a two year GCSE scholarship and then retain

this scholarship across another two years for A Level study. By

doing this our hope is for the student to

• Students Simran Patel and JaneFaulkner with Mr Adrian Thacker

(GCSE Course Director)

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Pets

Be careful with the treatsfor your pet at Christmas

W ith Christmas just around the cornerit’s time to think of all the tasty foodthat will be on your tables over thefestive period. At this time of year

especially, it can be tempting to give your petssome extra treats (or for them to help themselves!).

However, although your pets may love thesetreats they can be very harmful to them.

One of the most commonly reported poisonings indogs at this time of year is from chocolate. Evena small amount of chocolate can potentially leadto severe signs of toxicity. Cats, rabbits, rodentsand other animals can also be affected.

Other Christmas treats that can be very dangerous toyour pet are Christmas cake, Christmas pudding andmince pies. Grapes, raisins, sultanas and currants canbe extremely toxic and can cause kidney failure insome dogs and cats. Peanuts and macadamia nuts

Call The Wash Pod TODAY!07985 729 553

Our uniqueGuarantee to you.

Your dog, clean, flea freeand smelling great -Or You Don’t Pay!

Maxine (formerly of The Pooch Mobile) will bathyour dog in warm, fresh water using

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Pets

are also reported tohave caused signsof toxicity in pets.

If your petdoes enjoya little tasteof turkey on

Christmas day,avoid giving

them any stuffing or gravy containing onions.Even when cooked, onions can cause stomachupsets and can even lead to anaemia in pets.

And, once it’s all over, and you’re trying to shed thoseextra pounds, please don’t be tempted to feed anymouldy leftovers to your pet. Mouldy foods (includingblue cheese) can also contain dangerous toxins.

If you are concerned that your pet may have eatensomething toxic please contact your vet immediately.

So, if you do want to treat your pet this Christmas,please make sure to feed them only pet friendly foods!

Supplied by Towcester Veterinary CentreTel: 01327 350239

Fully Insured & Police checked

A Family run Pet-sittingBusiness not part of alarge organisationNo job too big or small, No need to pack the pets

For options, bookings and prices:01327 351149 Mobile: 07960 616149

www.petwatchuk.co.uk [email protected]

I can alsomanage your home

security, put out the rubbishand water the plants, all

part of the service

• Cat Sitting & Feeding• Dog Sitting & Walking• Small Animal Sitting& Boarding

• House Sitting• Home SecurityService

your first booking,valid until 31-12-12

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Entertainment & Leisure

VILLA QUASADA - SPAINFOR RENT

Detached Villa 3 x Double Rooms

Private Large Pool & Spacious Grounds &Surroundings with a views over the GolfCourse

BBQ Area, Sun Terrace & Solarium

Fully Air Conditioned

Satellite TVFor More details contact

Stuart Simpsonm: 07739 208585

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10 Minutes from Guardamar1KM from “La Marquesa” Golf Course

Tel 01327 858510 / 01327 858885

• Shoes• Helmets• Tyres• Clothing

• Bikes• Servicing• Repairs• Accessories

Call into our showroom

Silverstone Cycle Shop

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RESERVE YOUR BIKEFOR CHRISTMAS

OpenMon-Fri 9.00am-5.30pm & Sat 9.00am-4.00pm

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FisherCreativePhotographyisa tradingnameofFisherCreativeMarketingLtd.

Fisher Creative Photography Family Babies & Children Vibrant portraits Weddings

The perfectChristmasPresentGift Vouchers

for just £20!Includes a photoshoot & 2 FREE prints.

To buy a voucher, call Georgina & Hannah on 01327 353058or visit www.fc-photography.co.uk

Is buying:DECORATIVE ITEMS (of quality)

Oriental Rugs, Oriental Ceramics,Paintings and Lithographs, Brass,

Books on Artists/Art History, Old vinyl Records,Old Tools, Old Books

JEWELLERY: Platinum, Gold, Silver, OldCostume Jewellery. British or Foreign, anyage including broken or engraved items orone of a pair. Scandinavian jewellerySpecialist in: Emerald, Opal and

Aquamarine set items.FREE DIAMOND TESTING

Gold coins and pre 47 coins wanted.Silverware, Gold or Silver cigarette cases.GARAGES / SHEDS ETC CLEARED

Normally Immediate Cash - Fair Prices

ARMINIUS

7 Park Street TowcesterMonday - Saturday 7am - 4pm (Please ring first)

Sundays 11am - 4pmTel: 01327 350404 Mob: 07521 275247



Unit 4 / 5 Wakefield Country Courtyard, Wakefield Lodge Estate,Potterspury, Northant’s. NN12 7QX.

T: 01327-810388 / M: 07894-150240 or 07801-443299E: [email protected] or [email protected]

www.thebeadscene.com or www.vintagestitch.co.uk

A beaders paradise:Your No1 store for beads and accessories,

workshops, craft & childrens parties,ready to wear fashion jewellery.

We are proud to introduce our new stitch studio.Part of The Bead Scene family, stockingeverything stitch related with an enlargedworkshop programme & teaching area.

Follow us on: Facebook @The Bead Scene Studio


New haberdashery andworkshop is now open

Vintage Stitch is the new haberdashery andworkshop studio now open at WakefieldCounty Courtyard. Stephanie and GrantBurnham the owner’s of the Bead Scene

Studio have opened a second studio next door withthe emphasis on everything to do with textiles andembellishment.

Vintage Stitch stocks everything you would expectincluding: ribbon, yarn, needles, felt, fabric boltsand packs, buttons, books, threads, trimmings andembellishments, to name but a few. We also stock afantastic range of fashion jewellery, handbags andaccessories.

At the heart of our new studio is a larger workshoptable which can sit up to 14 students, we will berunning every kind of workshop including: beading,sewing, patchwork, upholstery, knitting, embroidery,stumpwork, felting, crochet, painting etc.

Floral Art of Towcester

193bWatling StreetWestTowcester

With more thanflowers in mind…….

Introducing the pleasures of living……..

Tel:01327323060

www.floralarttowcester.co.uk



Demon BeatMobile Disco

Tel 01327 354620or email [email protected]

for more details or a quote

Sensible rates guaranteed withdiscounts for fund raising events

CRB check certification &Public Liability Insurance

Young enthusiastic DJ withquality equipment and stateof the art lighting effects

Music for all occasions:School Discos Birthday PartiesEngagement Parties Weddings

Charity Gigs


We also hold Beading Buddies on Wednesdays andThursdays from 10am to 3pm and on Fridays Knit andNatter, this is a chance for you to bring your ownproject along to work on with a chance to sit andchat with like-minded people, the cost of each day is£5.00 which includes tea and coffee, all you need todo is bring along your own pack lunch.

The Bead Scene holds many children’s workshops andbirthday parties which run throughout the week, checkour website for details www.thebeadscene.com

Groups and Clubs

We welcome groups and clubs, should you wishto hold an event or a meeting contact us for furtherdetails. A warm welcome awaits you when you stepthrough our door. Tel: 01327 810388

We also hold Beading Buddies on Wednesdays and

TOWCESTRIANSSPORTS CLUBCLUB

HOUSE

AVAILABLE

FORHIRE

Birthday PartiesAnniversariesWedding PartiesRetirementsChristeningsConferences

Fully Licensed BarLarge Car parkFully Fitted KitchenSpace For Marquee

Greens Norton Road, Towcester, NorthantsContact: Chris Spackman 07745 162002




Richmond Road, TowcesterOpen 7am - 10pm Monday - Saturday10am - 4pm Sunday

Newspapers & Magazines

Home News Delivery

Car Parking Available

Fresh Fruit & Vegetables

Chilled Range of Fresh Foods

Stationery & Greetings Cards

Locally owned by The Midcounties Co-operative

Stock up early this Christmas at your localco-operative food stores, Richmond Road

and Watling Street offering you...

Great food within easy reach

Payzone*

PaypointLottery

Car ParkCash Machine

Services Available:

*Terms and conditions apply, please ask in-store for details.

DON’TFORGET!

You can earn membershippoints every time you shop*

92 Watling Street, TowcesterOpen 6am - 11pm Monday - Saturday7am - 10.30pm Sunday

*Please note that not all services are available at both stores.Please check before visiting

* Watling Street only

ATM



Wakefield Farm Shopwww.wakefieldfarmshop.co.uk

A wide selection is on offer, witheverything personally selected bythe owners. The bread is bakeddaily on the premises , and so are afabulous selection of homemadequiches and sausage rolls.

From our award-winning honey,handmade cakes, sweet-filled pies,fresh fruit and vegetables, butcher'sshop, cheese counter and bakery tothe delectable treats in the delicates-sen and gifts of all shapes, sizes andcolours, you'd be hard pushed to finda more unusual and irresistible shop.

The all new Wakefield Farm Shop has been completely refurbished and is being run byHusband and Wife team Rob and Francine Evans who have been running restaurants and

delicatessen since 1977 in Suffolk and Oxfordshire.For many people the weeklyfood shop has become a bit ofa chore. A quick trip to thesupermarket may fill thecupboards but does it reallytease and tantalise the tastebuds and excite the senses?Wakefield Farm Shop doesall this and more.

Wakefield Lodge Estate, Potterspury, Northamptonshire NN12 7QXWe are just off the A5, 5 miles south of Towcester, 2 miles north of Milton Keynes

COUNTRY COURTYARD

Closed Mondays10am - 5pm Tues - Sat

11am - 5pm SunTel: 01327 811511


Christmas begins atYour local farm shop.

Christmas Meats and Poultry.Hampers & Gifts.Christmas Cakes & Puddings.Trees.The Hayloft Christmas menu.Orders now being taken.

−Butchery−Farm Shop−The Hayloft Restaurant & Tearoom

Rosemary, Richard and the Boycott Teamwish you all the best for the coming seasonand look forward to seeing customersold and new in 2012.



Food & Drink



Food & Drink

A new venue for wining and dining in Towcester

Aftfer a six month renovation project costingover £250,000, the now unrecognisableWhite Bear Pub in Towcester has beentransformed into a stylish, modern

contemporary bar and restaurant, now known asStables Bar & Grill.Not tied to any brewery, Brian and Denise Nicholls(brother and sister team) have joined forces to provide uswith a relaxing place to pop in and enjoy one of theircask ales or sample one of their fine wines, but if it’smore than a quick pint you’re after, they welcome youto try something off the menu. Their local chef with his

many years experience in the catering industry providesus with an excellent choice whatever the time of day.

Lunchtime snacks are served between 12pm – 6pm butif its dinner you’re after, his menu offers a wide range tochoose from but it’s not just the good old favourites onoffer either. Also check their website for further details oftheir 5 Course Christmas Fayre menu at £16.95. Servedfrom 1st December and their Christmas Day Menu at£50 per person.

Brian said, “what’s really nice is that our customers arelocal to the area, but many of them are venturing out ofthe surrounding villages into the town where perhapsthey didn’t before”.

Stables Bar & Grill is exactly what it says… a Barand a Grill so whether it’s food or just a drink, you arealways welcome.

Check their website www.stables-bargrill.comfor full details of their menu and live entertainment,call in at 1 London Road, Towcester, or just phone01327 351445 to make a reservation.

• Ideal for a mealwith friends or arelaxing drink,The Stables Bar& Grill.



Food & Drink



Food & Drink

Late night Christmasshopping opening times

The Centre Milton Keynes is open latenight every week night from December1st until 9pm, but please call youfavourite store to avoid disappointmentas some opening hours may vary.Tel: 0870 890 2530.

The Grosvenor Centre,Northampton: Late nightshopping is until 8pm on a

Thursday from 1st December; however the last weekbefore Christmas 19th – 23rd they will be open everynight till 8pm. Tel: 01604 637268.

The only day these two shopping centres are closed isChristmas Day.

The Kings Head, Syreshamwww.kingshead-syresham.co.uk

2 Abbey Road, Syresham Tel: 01280 850280

NEWNEW –– FOR THE NEW YEARFOR THE NEW YEARWinter Warmers - Liqueur Coffees and Mulled Wine

Tapas Night, Every Wednesday, 8 tapas to share between 2 people£9.95 per person

Steak & Wine Night Every Thursday, 2 steaks, bottle of house wine £25.00

CHRISTMAS EVECHRISTMAS EVE -- HARRHARRY PANEY PANEProviding a wide range and varied style ofmusic, including his own original material aswell as creating his own take on songs from

all genres. Visit the web atwww.harrypane.co.ukNEW YEARS EVENEW YEARS EVE

An evening of Soul & Motown withLive Entertainer Robin Lee £5.00pp

includes Finger BuffettSATURDAY 28TH JANUARSATURDAY 28TH JANUARYY --MUSIC WITH CLARE CONNERYMUSIC WITH CLARE CONNERY

'70 and '80 night

WeddingsChristeningsAnniversariesBirthdaysBusiness LunchesFuneralsNaming DaysEngagementParties

Outside Catering byTowcester Tea Rooms

169 Watling Street Towcester01327 358200

07792 189022 (call or text)[email protected]

All Food Prepared & Cooked FreshOn The Day

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Food & Drink

FOSTERS BOOTH

Tel: 01327 830259 or www.theredlionfostersbooth.com

For thatspecialoccasionwhy notorder andcollect a

Home madedessert......

Sat 17th December -back by popular demand -

Identity Crisis, 5 piece rock andblues band

Good Home Cooked Food and Real Alessupporting local independent breweries

New Years Eve Discofrom 9pm till late

“Home cooked”Christmas Festive Menufrom £16.95 available allDecember, Book earlyto avoid disappointment

BIRTHDAYS CHRISTENINGS AND OTHEREVENTS CATERED FOR

Flexible Dining to suit any occasion

Anyone & Everyone welcome -Families, Dog Walkers, Ramblers etc….

HomeCooked

Food servedLunch

Tuesday - Sunday12.00pm - 2.30pm

DinnerTuesday – Sunday6.00pm - 9.00pmSunday Luncha favourite

at £6.95

30 High Street Blakesley, NN12 8RETel: 01327 860292

Just 5 miles from Silverstone and 3 miles from Towcester

Bartholomew

Blakesley

The

Arms

PUBLIC HOUSE ACCOMMODATION RESTAURANT

Christmas Fayre -Sunday December 4thSanta’s Grotto,Designer Discount Clothes,The Body Shop,Hand Made Jewellery andGreeting Cards and much more!

From Monday 5th Decevery other week!

QUIZ NIGHTstarts at 7.30pm



Closed MondaysTuesday - Friday 5.00pm - 11.00pm

Saturday 12 noon - 2.00pm & 6.00pm - 11.00pmSunday 5.00pm - 6.45pm

Christmas Party Bookingsnow being taken

Large parties catered forCall us for December opening times

Boxing Day ClosedJoin us on New Years Eve for a glass

of fizz2 Courses for £12.50pp Tues - FriSunday Roast - 2 courses £14.00 pp

Owners Karl & Adelina welcome you toLa Stradafor Christmas

www.la-strada-towcester.co.uk Tel: 01327 35435011 White Horse Yard Towcester Northants NN12 6BU

2 pasta or salad dishes anda bottle of house wine for £30

Tuesday - Thursday Lunch and Dinner

Food & Drink

*Sunday 18th 9.30am - 4pm (9.30am - 10am browsing only)

Supermarket Christmas Opening

Watling Street Richmond Road Water Lane Old Tiffield RoadTowcester Towcester Towcester* Towcester

Friday 23rd Dec 6am - 11pm 7am - 10pm 8am - 10pm 24 hours

Christmas Eve 24th Dec 6am - 7pm 7am - 6pm 8am - 5pm Close at 7pm

Christmas Day 25th Dec CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

Boxing Day 26th Dec 8am - 5pm CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

Tuesday 27th Dec 6am - 11pm 8am - 7pm 10am - 5pm 9am - 6pm

Wednesday 28th Dec 6am - 11pm 7am - 10pm 8am - 9pm 6am - 12pm

Thursday 29th Dec 6am - 11pm 7am - 10pm 8am - 9pm 6am - 12pm

Friday 30th Dec 6am - 11pm 7am - 10pm 8am - 9pm 6am - 12pm

News Years Eve 31st Dec 7am - 7pm 7am - 6pm 8am - 5pm 7am - 7pm

New Years Day 1st Jan 9am - 6pm CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

Monday 2nd Jan 6am - 11pm 7am -10pm 10am - 5pm 6am - 12pm



COME AND SEETHE NEW YEAR INWITH US AT….THE OLD TALBOTTHE OLD TALBOT

77 Watling Street, PotterspuryTowcester NN12 7QDTelephone 01908 542124

Sparkling Wine and Canapéson arrival at 7pma 5 course menu served at 8pmand Live Entertainment and Disco£55 per Person

A deposit of £20 per person isrequired to confirm the booking

Carriages at 01.30amVisit our website for full menu detailswww.old-talbot-potterspury.co.uk

Food & Drink



Food & Drink / Health, Beauty & Fitness

A Taste of Towcester

ATaste of Towcester - doesn't necessarilyconjure up what you might think. This isnot a food tasting event - instead it's “Anevening of tastings with an exclusive look

of what the very best of Towcester can offer.”

Retailers will showcase their products / services to us,the local community, but you will need to purchase aticket at just £5 as places will be limited seeing thatthere is only enough room for 150 of us! As if that'snot enough the first 50 people through the door willreceive a goodie bag.

Venue: Towcester Town HallDate: 3rd December 2011Time: Evening. Time TBCSpecial Guest: Town Mayor Martin Johns

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The Town Mayor, Cllr Theo Hayward,cut the ribbon at the opening of theinformation suite on Friday 18thNovember 2011. The suite, on thesite of the care home, gives the localcommunity a place to visit to find outabout various job opportunities aswell as discuss the care options thehome has to offer residents.

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The latest news fromBarnett Motorsport

A fter the 7 week summer break the ToyotaMR2 Championship returned to action atSilverstone for the 750 Motor Club SummerFestival. The Barnett Motorsport Team

were feeling positive as some suspension geometrychanges made by Pro-Align seemed to be payingdividends in a rare test day prior to the race meeting.

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The car will now go to Briar Hill Engineering for repairahead of the 6 hour Birkett relay at Silverstone inOctober. Barnett Motorsport are again joining DawnGP after their 3rd place finish in last years’ event.

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Focus Towcester Dec / Jan Issue