The advertiser - September 2011 Issue

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Essential shops & services with everything you need – all wonderfully local!

Inside this month:Faringdon Motorist CentreFinancial HealingRose Wine ReviewNine Holes at Twelve OaksBirdie TalesAnd more

Promoting local business, trade and services. Advertise! Be Seen! Call Lou 01367 246136

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Business UpdateThe Town Council invited members of the localcommunity to work with them again on theirOur Faringdon, Our Future Working Party. Thegroup met at the end of July and discussedwhat the possible effect of having a Tesco storemight have on Faringdon over the next fewyears. Faringdon Chamber of Commerce wasrepresented by Sarah Allen-Stevens and DenisePalmer. The members of Faringdon Chamber ofCommerce feel that it is important to protectthe current and future retail offer in the townand to designate space in the local plan toreplace the lost industrial land.

If you would like to become a member ofFaringdon Chamber of Commerce and have asay in the business development of Faringdon,please contact Chamber Secretary, JaneHaynes on 01367 246130 or [email protected]

Waitrose have advised that they have decidednot to proceed with their planning applicationfor a new store in Faringdon, at least for thetime being. Tesco did well to have their appealreversed and Waitrose were a little tardy insubmitting their detailed application.

The concern for Faringdon remains unaltered.That is, an additional Supermarket on theoutskirts of the town will not actually be able tooffer much of an increased product range so willneither stop those who live in Faringdon drivingout to Wantage, Witney & Swindon for theirweekly shop nor attract anyone from outside ofFaringdon onto the town.

A new enterprise has opened for business.Welcome to Faringdon Motorist Centre, locatedin Marlbrough Street it has everything you

“petrolheads” out there could wish for!

Despite the expected holiday 'lull' FaringdonBusiness Breakfast Club (FBBC) managed toattract in excess of 20 local businesses to theSudbury House Hotel on Monday 1st August forits monthly networking event.

After the usual hearty breakfast and anintroduction from Club Chairman, Paul Brame,each delegate spoke for 60 seconds about theiractivities and the kind of referral they arelooking for. Departing from his usual poeticefforts, Paul this month amused delegates witha 'legalese' description of networking that onlya Solicitor would see!!

The next meeting will be on Monday 5thSeptember and the only cost will be £10.00 tocover Breakfast and Refreshments. If you'dlike to join us, please call the booking line on0845 003 1340, email [email protected] to book your place.

WHO’S NEXT?

Call Trish: 01367 820060Cowleaze Farm, Woolstone, Oxon SN7 7QS

Email: [email protected]

How To Submit

Contact Lou Guthrie - Sales ManagerTel 01367 246130Mobile 07894 554551E-Mail [email protected] www.focusonuk.co.uk

Deadline for Oct IssueThursday 22nd September

Our cover this month was taken by Nick Elwell in theSri Lankan Jungle.

“Initially I thought it was a giant preying Mantis until Igot closer and saw these beautiful orchids.”

Cover Photo


Money MattersHelp with debt from Financial Healer Erik Cornish


Karl Booth and his family are proud to announce the opening of the FaringdonMotorist Centre in Marlborough Street.

A real family business, Karl and his partner Taryn are involved in the running andshaping of the new business. Karl is keen to focus on family life and work moreregular hours since the birth of Ella, their 23-month-old daughter. Karl has movedaway from his previous chauffeur business of 12 years to focus on his new ventureof supplying quality motoring goods and advice to the people of Faringdon andsurrounding areas.

Karl said: “I’d like to thank my family and friends for all their help and support inthe setting up of the FMC. I’ve always been interested in cars so this move was anatural choice for me. We want to provide residents and local tradesman withcompetitive prices for car spares and accessories without them having to travel allthe way to Swindon.”

Karl is always willing to lend a hand to customers to make sure you get the rightproducts for the job, from the correct oil for lawnmowers to spark plugs for yourcar.

Faringdon Motorist Centre also hopes to extend its lines in the future to some hardware, pushbike spares and possiblyeven Calor gas supplies.

Karl is dedicated to community commerce and hopes that his business will contribute to ensure Faringdon remains athriving town.

Call Faringdon Motorist Centre on 01367 242420 or email: [email protected] the Faringdon Motorist Centre website at www.FMCparts.co.uk

The Faringdon Motorist Centre Opens it’s Doors

Witney01993 608484

Faringdon01367 899272

http://www.FMCparts.co.uk


Faringdon to BurfordDistance 32milesRound tripNo. pubs en route: 9

Portwell Cycle Rides



Scouting with Boogie ME!Saturday 10th September, 8pm

The Old Crown Coaching Inn, Faringdon

Entry £5 in advance from the Old Crown, £6 on the door.Hot dogs on sale in the interval.

1st Faringdon Scouts are having to give up their hall as itis in the grounds of the Infant School, and the school

needs the land it is on for playground space.

So the Beavers, Cubs and Scouts desperately need tofund-raise to buy another hut.

Come along, be prepared to have a boogie,and help the Scouts save up for a new hut.

Est. 1986 GARDENSCAPEIndividual Design, Construction& Maintenance

To discuss your personalgarden requirements phone:01865 250372 or 07773333531

Roger Hutchence - BA (HONS) NCH(Landscape Construction)

[email protected]

Treat Your Dog This Summer at RubiesGrooming Spa

First time clients receive 10% discount

Consultation & Medical checkGrooming, Bathing & StylingClipping & Hand StrippingAnti-Shedding Treatments

MicrochippingNail ClippingTaxi Service

Doggy Day Care & Walking Service

For bookings, prices and more informationplease contact Professional Dog Groomer

Suzanna Carter on 07825873730

Pamper Your 4 Legged Friendwww.rubiesgroomingspa.co.uk

CAR BODY REPAIRSV W RESTORATION

TEL 01367 243324MOB 07918 660725

OPEN MON-SAT [email protected]


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Essential shops & services with everything you need – all wonderfully local!

In a cash strapped society many of us have found ourselves in financial trouble. Building debt through loans, storecards and other lending can escalate to having more going out than you have coming in.But how can you fix this? Don’t despair and bury your problems but instead get help to tackle them head on.Financial Healer, Erik Cornish, can help get your life back on track and relieve the stresses and strains that debt canbring.Erik, from Bristol, qualified as a Chartered Accountant in London on 1973. He worked for EMI and then ran his ownfinance business before retiring in 2006. He now devotes his time to helping people learn how to conquer debt andcope through financial crisis.Erik is also member of The Healing Trust, the largest and oldest organisation of spiritual healers in the UK.Erik starts the healing process by arranging appropriate financial solutions with professional advisers in DebtManagement; IVA or Bankruptcy. The phone calls and letters from creditors will then stop. Then, with Erik’s help, youcan start to focus on why the problems occurred to begin with, to prevent them happening again.Erik uses Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) and Matrix Reimprinting to help with stress management and beginthe inner journey to the sub-conscious to find the root of your fears. EFT helps by improving the energy flow of thebody and removing blockages that may have formed, restricting the body’s natural rhythm. Matrix Reimprintingreplaces old, ego-based, anger and fear with positive energies to create a new positive mindset.It is estimated that about 90% of our thoughts are in the sub-conscious. Once the inner journey begins, the replacingof negative thoughts with positive thoughts leads to positive outcomes.This often creates a “lightbulb moment” which marks the change from the old life to new beginnings.Erik will then help you on the road to financial peace. Erik will always offer ongoing support and help with new ideas.He turns the financial crisis into a new life.

Call to action: Call Erik now for a FREE telephone consultation on 07932 654519 or E Mail [email protected] . For more information visit www.financialhealer.org.uk

Money MattersHelp with debt from Financial Healer Erik Cornish


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Uplifting Our SpiritsA retreat for people living with Cancer

14th - 16th October 2011Global Retreat Centre, Nuneham Courtney

The diagnosis and then treatment of cancer is one of thegreat challenges which can face us as human beings. It hasa huge impact on everyone involved because it brings usface to face with our mortality, often at a time when weleast expect it. At the same time, it provides us with anopportunity to learn and grow.Dealing with cancer can be part of a powerful spiritualjourney in which we re-evaluate our priorities, improve thequality and depth of our relationships and find the peaceand love, which often lie at the heart of the healingprocess. This uplifting retreat will take place in thebeautiful and peaceful setting of the Global Retreat Centre(www.globalretreatcentre.org). Through a mixture oftalks, workshops, music, meditation and more, you willhave the opportunity to:

� Relax and share insights and inspirations withlike-minded people

� Explore the benefits of meditation� Renew your inner strength and power� Learn spiritual tools to make your life easier.

The retreat is offered, free of charge, as a service to thecommunity by the Brahma Kumaris World SpiritualUniversity (UK) a registered charity, which teaches RajaYoga as a way of experiencing peace of mind and apositive approach to life. For further information visitwww.bkwsu.org/uk

http://www.globalretreatcentre.org

http://www.bkwsu.org/uk


Wine ReviewLooking through rosé coloured glasses….

Over the past few years, you may have noticed anincreasing number of pink wine on the shelves of wineretailers, even to the extent of entire walls and fridgesdedicated to the shrine of rosé. Visually pleasing, thesewines cover the entire spectrum of what one would callpink – from pale salmon through to a deep cerise.Rosé wines, aka ‘blush’ or ‘rosado’ (Spanish), are mainlyproduced from one of two methods.The berries of black grape varieties (e.g. shiraz) are oftenused and once crushed, spend a short time with the juice incontact with the skins, a process known as maceration. Thelength of maceration is dependent on the required depthof colour and tannin required for the resultant wine.Following maceration, the process of wine productiongenerally followed is that of white wine production.An alternative method is the addition of red wine to white.Although often used in the production of entry level wines,this method is approved in the highly acclaimedChampagne region.What has lead to the uprise of the rosé revolution?Some say that seasonality has a hand to play or argue thatrosé is here to stay. Long gone are the days of Mateus rosé(which, in its defence, in a blind tasting rates very well!) andstepping up to the plate are boutique rosés and specialistrosé.So what may have begun as a response to consumerdemand has become serious business.You be the judge!Taste some rosés available locally…

Splash OutCharles Melton ‘Rose of Virginia’n 2011Barossa Valley, South AustraliaA serious rosé from one of the Barossa’stop men.This rosé facilitates the use of four blackgrape varieties; grenache (55%), pinotmeunier (21%), cabernet sauvignon (14%) andshiraz (10%). All varieties are fermentedtogether to obtain the bright cerise colourand appropriate tannin level. Slow, coolfermentation captures the primary fruit flavours suchas raspberries, with some sweet marzipan. The fruitwas harvested early in order to obtain crisp aciditywhich is evident on the palate via freshness on thefinish. A rosé showing complexity.Available from Den Boer Wines for £17.99

Drinking out (or in)Sollazo Pinot Grigio Blush 2010, Umbria ItalyThis wine is from the producer Podere Le Vaglie, situatedin the heart of Umbria. Flavours of fresh strawberriesentwined with crisp, refreshing acidity give way to a clean,dry finish.Available from Portwell Angel for £14.80

REVIEWS

Reviews by Donna RogersDen Boer Wines www.denboerwines.com

Grab a Bargain: Arniston Bay Pinotage Rose 2010 WesternCape South Africa. Availabe in Budgens - £4.50 in September

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Restaurant Review

As the saying goes, “good things come to those that wait”and this certainly proved to be the case when dining at theSnooty Mehmaan. We had been meaning to visit therestaurant for some time, especially as the local feedbackhas been so positive. On entering, we were made to feelvery welcome and given ample time to choose our tipple,opting for Montes cabernet sauvignon.

The refurbishment has created a lovely feel to the place inan extremely large dining area, yet with cosy corners,ideal for group parties and events.

Check out the music events for 2011, including “The ElvisExperience” running until December.

We both love Indian and Thai cuisine, being familiar withmost dishes, but I have to say the menu is extremelyvaried, offering many (new to us) modern flavours.After a few slurps of wine, we went for the Thai menu.

Starters –Poo Tod (deep fried crab with Thai spices)Goong Been (deep fried tiger prawns in sesame seedbread crumbs, served with sweet chilli sauce)

Main Course –Pla Lad Prik (crispy fillet of sea bass topped with sweetchilli sauce)Pad Med Mamuang Himapan (stir-fried chicken withcashew nuts, spring onion, peppers and dried chilli)

In a word, Scrummy!

The presentation of each plate is a work of art,accompanied by an intricate sculptured vegetablegarnish by a lovely lady called Meemee - it’s so good youwant to take it home.

I love the guide on each page of the menu informing youof how hot each dish tastes, 1 x symbol of a chilli meansmed hot, 2 x chillies hot and 3 x chillies extra hot.Worth a mention is how good the service is, attentivewithout being overpowering in any way.So’ if you are looking for superb cuisine, value for moneyin excellent surroundings, you’d be hard pressed to findbetter than this.

The Snooty MehmaanBar - Lounge - Restaurant

www.thesnootymehman.co.ukTel: 01367 242260



(Turdus philomelos)

The song thrush in your garden in the summer may notbe the same song thrush that you see in winter.Although they are resident in most of western andsouthern Europe, many song thrushes head forwarmer climes in the winter. Much like any holiday-maker, many British thrushes head for the ‘Med’ orSpain in winter (and who can blame them?). Thethrushes we see in wintertime are likely to be fromplaces such as Scandinavia, arriving in Britain to escapeeven colder weather.We have a dominant male thrush in our garden (Derek)who regularly competes with the locals for singer ofthe day. Occasionally he will roost in a tree in the frontgarden, singing all night because of the street lights.Our garden falls on the boundaries of two thrushterritories and Derek will often resort to fisticuffs onthe lawn – and I don’t mean sing-offs, I mean realfighting.The females look on disinterestedly, grabbing wormsas they go – there’s no “Don’t do it Derek he’s notworth it” from them.Song thrushes used to be one of our most commongarden visitors – however, recent surveys suggest amassive decline, due mainly to the degradation offarmland and loss of hedgerows.For the song thrush this has meant that suitablefeeding habitat is less easy to find throughout the year.They are a shy, timid bird constantly missing out to themore adventurous starling or blackbird in the bird-world pecking order. You may not be aware that athrush resides in your garden, keep a look out forbroken snail shells. The song thrush will collect snailsand take them to its favourite stone, using it as an anvilto break them open (The only birds that do this).The song thrush is going through hard times at themoment and needs all the help they can get.Despite being natural ground feeders foraging forearthworms, slugs and snails, try putting some gratedcheese and sultanas on your bird table - they lovethem….

C. Row

Chickens @Seven Acres Nurseries

Rogers gardenstonefor all your paving needs

Come and have a walk around our garden displaysto get ideas and inspiration

We have handcrafted paving produced on site and alsosandstone, travertine & limestone from all around the world

Open to trade & retail • Now open 7 days

Tel: 01367 240112www.rogersgardenstone.co.uk


Peugeot’s seven seat supremoGet aquainted with the Peugeot 5008 for flexible and fun family driving

Launched in January 2010 the Peugeot 5008 has everything you would expect from acompact MPV, and more. It is stylish, comfortable and practical, adapting to all

of the family’s needs. The 5008 has a third row of fold flat seats enablingthe boot space to quickly turn the car into a seven seat MPV.

The 5008 is packed full of innovative technology designed tomake driving easier and more enjoyable. A Head Up Display

projects driving information, such as sped and thedistance between you and the car in front, onto ananti-reflective panel in front of the driver, while thein built satellite navigation tracks the roads and

keeps you up to date with the latest traffic information.The car offers convenient advantages including parking assistance, an electricparking brake and hill assist mean that driving substantial sized car is a breeze with these practical benefits.The kids will have no end of fun with piles of flexible space and features. All of the back seats fold individually and cinemastyle seating enables easy access to the back row. There is lots of legroom, fold down trays and clever storage solutions,which make the 5008 entirely adaptable to your needs.One of the most exciting features about the 5008 is the panoramic cielo roof, which allows driver and passenger to enjoymore of the outside light and scenery. The heat reflective tinted glass filters out 90% of the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Anelectric sunblind also covers the clear roof up in an instant.For techno addicts there are also plenty of options to choose to keep yourself and your passengers entertained. With theVideo Pack you can add two seven-inch colour screens into the back of the drivers and front passengers headrest sochildren can watch DVDs or play video games. There are also options to include Peugeot Connect Media Navigation, whichcomes with Bluetooth, a GSM Phonekit, 30 GB hard drive and 10GB music hard drive.When transporting family safety is paramount and the 5008 eases worries by boasting a Euro NCAP 5 star rating, thehighest a car can achieve. The cars safety features include electric power-assisted steering and a durable breaking systemthat includes Electronic Stability Programme and Snow Motion (intelligent traction control). It also has six SMART safetyairbags designed to deploy at the right angle for maximum protection.The Peugeot 5008’s dynamic design and flexible usage make it a practical, fun and desirable family car that fits the purposefor all of your day-to-day needs. Prices range from £17,945 to £23, 895. Our Peugeot 5008 Sport Estate 1.6 Hdi had a 6-speed manual transmission and drove 42.8 Mpg in an urban environment.Call Carol Keegan on 0845 200 1234 or www.peugeot.co.uk

Children’s Day Nursery inShellingford, FaringdonRecognised by OFSTED in September 2010as OUTSTANDING in Leadership & Management

Excellent quality Children’s Day Nursery combining traditional lovingCare with a stimulating educational programme to provide a well-Balanced environment for your child.

� Children from 6 weeks to 5 years� Open 7.45am to 6.15pm Monday to Friday� Full time or part time (51 weeks)� Pre-school educational curriculum� French and music classes� Secure Door Entry System

To organise a visit please contact Steph Chapman,Nursery Manager on 01367 718888

http://www.peugeot.co.uk


Faringdon Art SocietyAnnual Exhibition

The next annual exhibition is on 13th - 16th October2011 in the newly refurbished Corn Exchange in

Faringdon.This is well supported locally and open to all

full-members.Visit: www.faringdonartsociety.org.uk

Helen Pakeman Exhibiting in thePortwell Angel in September

Helen Pakeman has been painting since 2007 whenshe completed her degree in Fine Art from theUniversity of Bath. She has taken part in exhibitionsin Bath, Swindon and London, and had her first soloexhibition in Oxford in 2009. She is best known forher portraits worked in monoprint, but is currentlyexploring linocut prints.


Faringdon Branch Lechlade Branch

Crowdy & Rose Solicitorsof Faringdon and Lechlade

We have a wealth of local knowledgeand are an established part of the local community

providing for the needs of our clients

2 Market Place, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 7HWTel: 01367 240285

High Street, Lechlade, Gloucestershire GL7 3AETel: 01367 252644

[email protected]

Established within the local community since 1790


Twelve Oaks Golf ClubAround the time that the inaugural Open Championship was being played(1860) an unknown farmer planted a line of acorns on the roadside nearCrouch Hill. He worked land which borders the ancient market town ofHighworth, from where he was able to admire the 13th century skyline,

dominated by the tower of the medieval church.Today, on land which nestles between that skyline and the resultant magnificent oaks, you will findTwelve Oaks Golf Club.As the oaks have developed, golf as a game-for-all has developed. Early heroes, Tom Morris and WilliePark, have been followed by today’s young guns Rory McIIroy and Tom Lewis. Golf at nine-hole courseshas become the gateway to enjoying the satisfaction and frustrations for many golfers whose aspirationsare to keep the ball on the fairway and relax in open countryside.Golf at Twelve Oaks GC, which is open to all, is Pay & Play with modestly priced membership packagesfor those who are able to play regularly. The course, which is complemented by a restaurant that has aFive* rating and a twenty bay covered driving range, is laid out across gentle terrain.Nature has been allowed to bring its elements to this golfing haven,where hawks and hares blend comfortably with the wildlifesupported by the lake and hedgerows.At 3033 yards (Par 35), Twelve Oaks GC provides a golfingchallenge for a wide range of abilities in an environment that fullyjustifies the description, ‘Gateway to the Cotswolds’.Located on the A361 between Highworth and Inglesham the course,driving range and impressively appointed clubhouse are open dailyfrom 7am.For more information visit the website www.twelveoaksgolfclub.comor call (01793) 763749.Satnav users will find the course at Lechlade Road, SN6 7QR.

TADTotal Athletic Development

"It's a shame many think that fitness is a thing just for theyoung" says Tad Pearson "it is probably more importantas you grow older to keep joints moving and ensure goodblood flow."

Tad qualified earlier in the year at Premier Training inOxford, and is now an Advanced Personal Trainer, withqualifications in Nutrition, passing the very demandingNASM exam.

In addition to his personal training clients, he has startedproviding training for the elderly and disabled who live inseveral residential communities in Bampton; he is doingthis free of charge.

"I am taking a course in Lower Back Pain training at theDavid Lloyd Gym in London. This is ideally suited to olderclients, or those with physical disabilities. It is a win-win forme to help them as a part this process."

Visit www.tadtraining.co.uk for more information aboutTotal Athletic Development.



Date Event Venue Time Contact Charge/info

Thurs 1st Business Breakfast atFaringdon Sudbury House Hotel 8-10am www.4networking.biz £10 breakfast

Fri 2ndRain or Shine Theatre

Company Present Much AdoAbout Nothing

Recreation GroundShrivenham 7:30pm Sarah on 01793 783200

www.rainorshine.co.uk£10, conc £5. Bring a

picnic from 6:30pm

Fri 2nd Quiz for Kosovo in aid ofHope and Aid Direct Faringdon Junior School 7.15 for

[email protected]

Or 01367 242769

Teams max 6. £4 perperson plus donate a

good pair of shoes

Fri 2nd Kingslake Keegan & Gower LiveMusic The Bell, Langford 8.30pm [email protected]

Astrid 01367 252635

Sat 3rd Live Music: Ray jones Plough Inn, Kelmscott 8.30-11:30pm

Josie 01367 [email protected] Free

Sun 4th Folly Tower Open Folly Tower, Folly Hill 11am-5pm www.faringdonfolly.org.uk Adults £2, under 16s 50p,

under 11s free

Sun 4th The 15 Minute Club The Red Lion 8-11pm www.15minuteclub.co.uk Free

Sun 4th Kingslake Keegan & Gower LiveMusic The Trout, Lechlade 8.30pm [email protected]

Astrid 01367 252635

Mon 5th Faringdon Business Breakfast Club Sudbury House Hotel 7.15-9am www.fbbc-networking.co.uk £10 breakfast

Wed 7th Quiz Night Portwell Cellar 8.30pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk £2 - all money goes tocharity of winners choice

Wed 7th Michael Jackson Tribute Show The Snooty Mehmaan 7pm -11pm

01367 242260 or email:[email protected]

£30 per person dinnerand show

Thur 8th Kingslake Keegan & Gower LiveMusic Portwell Angel 8.00pm [email protected]

Astrid 01367 252635

Thur 8th "Just a Load of Dead Bugs" -Darren Mann Curator of Hope

collection in Oxford

U3A Talk at the CornExhcange 2.30pm Ian Clarkson 01793 782836 or

www.FaringdonU3A.org.uk

Fri 9th Last Night of the PromsSingalong Dinner

The Thomas HughesMemorial Hall, Uffington 6.00pm Ray Avenall 01367 820242

Geoff Foster 01367 820668

£27.50 Three Coursemeal. Proceeds to St

Mary's Church

Fri 9th Nina Jade Portwell Cellar 8pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk Free

Fri 9th Helen & Douglas House CharityEvent The Fat Dog, Shrivenham TBC http://thefatdog.co.uk TBC

Sat 10th Live Music: Revue Duo Plough Inn, Kelmscott 8.30-11:30pm


Sat 10thScouting with Boogie Me!

With support from DJ CitizenCane

Old Crown Coachin Inn,Faringdon 8pm Faith Carpenter 01367 241237 £5 in advance, £6 on the

door

Thur 15th Business Breakfast atFaringdon Sudbury House Hotel 8-10am www.4networking.biz £10 breakfast

Thur 15th Longworth & District HistorySocierty Talk Southmoor Village Hall 7.15pm Janet Keene 01865 820552

www.l-h-s.org.ukMembers free

Non Members £2

Fri 16th Dales Disco and Karaoke Portwell Cellar 8pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk Free

Sat 17th Faringdon & District NCTNearly New Sale Faringdon Junior School 10.15am -

11.30amwww.nct.org.uk/faringfon

Email: [email protected] £1 in aid of NCT

Charity

Sat 17th Craft Fair Corn Exchange, Faringdon 10am -4pm 01367 241201 Free

Sat 17th Berners' Bizarre Magical Walk Meet Old Town Hall 6.30pm [email protected] or 01367 240925 Tickets £5 from TIC

Sat 17th Faringdon & District CricketClub New Cricket Club Opening

New Cricket Club,Faringdon 6.45pm £70 3 course dinner and

special guest speakers

Sat 17th Live Music: Derek Jon Plough Inn, Kelmscott 8.30-11:30pm


Sun 18th Berners' Bizarre Magical Walk Meet Old Town Hall 6.30pm [email protected] or 01367 240925 Tickets £5 from TIC

Tue 20th Elvis Experience The Snooty Mehmaan 7pm -11pm

01367 242260 or email:[email protected]

£30 per person dinnerand show

Out and About


Local Events in JulyDate Event Venue Time Contact Charge/info

Wed 21st Quiz Night Portwell Cellar 8.30pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk £2 - all money goes tocharity of winners choice

Sat 24th Antenatal Class Faringdon Family Centre 9.45amfor 10

Maragaret 01367 242661Family Centre 01367 242432

Free - also on 29 Nov and10 Dec 2011

Sat24th Rotary Shop 'n Drop Budgens All day All food items to Hopeand Aid Direct Charity

Sat 24th Macmillan Cancer SupportCoffee Morning Corn Exchange 9.30am -

2pmCome and Enjoy Coffee

and cakes.

Sat 24th Live Music: Mike and MarkDuo Plough Inn, Kelmscott 8.30-

11:30pmJosie 01367 253543

[email protected] Free

Fri 30th Baltic Theme Nightcelebrating Baltic Cuisine The Fat Dog, Shrivenham http://thefatdog.co.uk

Fri 30th Back to School Retro Night Sudbury house Hotel [email protected] 01367 241272

£22 per person incl. Buffetand disco

Coming Soon in October

Sat 1st Operation Christmas ChildBazaar Corn Exchange 10am –

12pmVaried stalls to browse.

Tea/coffe and cake.

Sun 2nd Folly Tower Open Folly Tower, Folly Hill 11am -5pm www.faringdonfolly.org.uk Adults £2, under 16s 50p,

under 11s free

Sat 8th Kosovo Convoy Fundraiser Portwell Angel 8pm www.portwellangel.co.uk £10 entry proceeds go to2011 Kosovo Convoy

Regular Events

1st Tues Farmers' Market Market Place All day 01367 710445

EveryTues Quiz Night King and Queen, Longcot 8.30pm www.longcotkingandqueen.com Teams or individuals

EveryWed Health Walks Leave from Bell Hotel 10.30am

Every Fri Country Market Corn Exchange 9.15 -11am

Every Sat Faringdon Farcycle cycle ride Leave from Market Place 9am 01367 241142 11-12 and 25-35 miles

Every Sat Supportive, informalparenting group

Faringdon CommunityCollege 1-3pm Stella on 07963536568

Every Sun Quiz Night The Red Lion 8pm 01367 244585

Send details of your event to [email protected] or call Lou Guthrie on 01367 246136

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www.storage4all.co.uk01367 240880

ASTON PINE STRIPPINGCaustic and non-caustic stripping of all woods & metals.Established for over 15 years - Water Board Approved

ASTON PINE ANTIQUESStockists of English and Continental pine furniture, as well

as many other antiques - 8,000+ sq.ft of showroomsOxford Architectural Antiques

Large stock of period fireplaces, doors, panelling,sanitary ware & garden items.

Architectural salvage sourcing service available.16-18 London Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire

Tel: 01367 242268

The Music GalleryIndependent music retailer

[email protected]

8 Newbury StreetWantage,Oxon OX12 8BS01235 770353

D.G. JoineryCity & Guilds qualified carpenter and joiner.

All Carpentry work undertakenSpecialist in fitted wardrobes • Kitchen installations

Bookcases • Bespoke joinery - including stairsAll exterior carpentry including decking, sheds etc.

Any building alterations including guttering etc.Free Quotations

Telephone: 07831 680440


Experts - local services

Advertise your services and be seen!Call Lou on 01367 246136

Greenwood Pest Management Ltd13 Gloucester Street • Faringdon • Oxfordshire • SN7 7JA

T: 01367 241120 • M: 07513 000390E: [email protected] • W: www.greenwood.uk.net

Mike Perks

Ohm ElectrixDomestic electrical services

Fully qualified and insuredBig jobs or small, free estimates

Friendly professional service

www.Ohm-Electrix.co.uk07879 013359

Office space available inFaringdon Town Centre

£350 plus £50 per desk

Call Nick or Jane on01367 246130 for details

TOM FOYRepairs & Servicing of

Washing Machines, Cookers and DriersFully Guaranteed

Tel: 01793 766397or 01367 252701 (Lechlade)

Emma Palmer07531 946141Nail Technician and Beauty TherapistFaringdon, Oxfordshire

Your local electriciansDomestic-Commercial-Industrial

Faringdon

Tel: 01367 240308

Working with sole traders to medium sized organisationsAvailable for short/long term • Competitive rates

Excellent references • Efficient, friendly and reliable

BOOKKEEPING ACCOUNTS SECRETARIALPAYROLL & CIS VAT RETURNS SAGE LINE 50

Telephone Sally: 07807 526292

MAKE LIGHT WORKOF YOUR BOOK WORK!

A local-run companyfocusing on personalised

care services.High standard of care

Individually tailored care plansYour own regular care worker

My Carer Tel: 01367 718413www.mycareroxfordshire.co.uk

COMPUTERSUPPORT

Bespoke Affordable IT Solutions• Computer healthchecks, repairs and

updates• Network Setup • Data Recovery & Backup

0845 467 [email protected] • www.quidne-

F A R I N G D O N C A R SA I R P O R T T R A N S F E R S

Corporate ServiceCourier ServiceExecutive CarsInsured Cars

Short/Long DistancesBusiness AccountsDriver Hire4/7 Seaters

01367 243838 / 07894 [email protected]

www.faringdoncars.co.uk



Coming soon atThe Portwell Angel

Kingslake Keegan & GowerThursday 8thOld & New Jazz & Blues

Nick Gill - Classic JazzWednesday 14th

Tennis Club Quiz NightFriday 16th

Alvin Ray TrioFriday 23rd

Faringdon TwinningAssociation AGMWednesday 28th

Call WaitingFriday 30th

Jada Pearl - Soul CoversSaturday 1st

September

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Charity Music NightHope & Aid DirectSaturday 8th

Salsa NightSaturday 15th

Free Bottle of Cava on your Birthday.If you let me have your e-mail address, date of birth & telephonenumber we will provide you with a complimentary bottle ofCava on your birthday when you celebrate the day with at leastthree friends in the Portwell Angel.

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The advertiser - September 2011 Issue