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in the 60th Year of our Queen’s Reignand the 21st year of advertising service in Hungerford

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Hungerford appears to be on the brink of an unprecedented era of development as Hungerford Town Council tackles future development plans with skill, patience and

determination.The town is in the frame for 400 to 500 new homes and

Hungerford Railway Station precincts are being looked upon for a major tourist hub and other development.

New town and neighbourhood plans are at advanced stages and Charnham business and industrial area is already a growing major employment zone with leading companies involved.

John O’Gaunt Community Technology College plans for development have been approved and will go ahead when funds are made available and the college is in position to take new students

HUNGERFORD DEVELOPMENT ERA AHEAD

as Hungerford’s housing content grows.

The town is one of the nation’s leading antiques centres and boasts The Hungerford Arcade, recently voted Britain’s Best Antiques Centre of 2012.

Continued on page 5...

We were planning to recognise Harry Chapman Pincher’s 98th birthday with a picture and our own write-up. And then it occurred to us that no better person could

do the job than the man himself. Chapman Pincher is a man of many talents and an outstanding author. He is pictured on his 98th birthday with his charming wife Billie and constant four-legged companion Tom in the garden of their home in Kintbury. Picture by Chris Caswell. See page 4...

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Special PromotionWild Bird Seed 20kgs £13.00

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AUTOMOBILE SALES & SERVICE

Citroen Specialist ..................01672 521053Elm Tree Motor Company .....01672 511777EVS...................................... 01672 540533Great Shefford Auto Centre 01488 648055

BEAUTY THERAPYElan Beauty............................07749 219300

BESPOKE TAILORINGVincent ..................................01672 511488

BESPOKE WOODEN FLOORSWhittle Woods........................08450 552488

BOARDING CATTERYLittlecopse Cattery ................01672 520879

BUILDING SERVICESCEW Builders.........................07818 233249Edward Stacey.......................01672 562734KG Parsons ...........................07921 255008Ross Edwards .......................01672 514020P.M. Rosier & Son. ...............01672 871202Simon Thorpe ...................... 07775 727389

CARPETS & CURTAINSDible & Roy ............ curtains 01672 513491..................................carpets 01672 513492

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTDavid Owen & Co..................01672 512163

CHIMNEY SWEEP Jamie ................................... 01488 648417Sarsen Stoves ..................... 01264 790033

CHIROPRACTORHungerford Chiropractic Healthcare .................................................. 01488 683666

CHURCHESChurch on the Rock ............ 01672 871420

CLEANING SERVICESUpstairs Downstairs ..............01672 541177

CLOCKSThe Clockmaker ....................01488 682277

COMPUTER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR

Bill Baxter ..............................01488 684552CURTAIN MAKER

Florence Grace .....................01488 648414DANCE SCHOOL

Elizabeth McIndoe School ....01672 520514DECORATING

David Rolls ............................01488 682953W. Talmage ...........................01488 685361

ELECTRICAL SERVICESAshbury Elcetrical ................ 01793 710781.............................................. 07851 794258Chris Loney .......................... 01672 514696 ...............................................07855 982232JM Electrical...........................01672 516661

Lambourn Electrical Contractors ................01488 670116........07958 488629Premier Electrics....................01672 890296SG Electrical Services...........01672 516724

EQUESTRIAN SUPPLIESWoodland Enterprises............01488 648820

ESTATE AGENTSRussell Marshall.....................01488 686867

FUNERAL DIRECTORSCamp Hopson Funerals.........01488 686511

GARDEN DESIGN/SERVICESPH Landscapes .....................01672 870113RPS Services ........................01672 512350Stacy Tuttle ...........................01488 682440

GAS INSTALLERSENERcon...............................01488 680800

HAIRDRESSERSKrysia Eddery........................07796 136 517 The Gentleman’s Shop..........01488 684363Roberta’s ..............................01488 682888

HANDYMANMike The Handyman ............ 01672 870314 .................................. mobile 07769 711519

HOTELS, PUBS, RESTAURANTSThe Hare..................................01488 71386The Ivy House .......................01672 515333

IRONINGManuella’s.............................01672 512884

LINE DANCINGTessa Hicks ...........................01672 520336

MATHS & ENGLISH TUITIONKennet Tutors ....................... 01672 516278

MOBILE HAIRDRESSERTouch of Class ......................07788 956199

MOBILITY SERVICESMobility Centre.......................01380 727555

MONUMENTAL SCULPTORM.J. Sly ................................01672 516797

NAIL TECHNICIANS Jaqueline’s Nails .................. 01488 686638

NURSING SERVICESBrendoncare .........................01488 684916

PAINTING & DECORATINGD & R Randall ..........01672 539213 ............

.................................... / 07743 186740DJC Painting & Decorating....01672 519850N. Hewer 01488 684962/07766 695383

PERSONAL TRAINERTina Connor ......................... 01672 562435

PHOTOGRAPHYChris Caswell........................01672 810971

PLUMBING SERVICESA4 Plumbing ..........................07771 511331 Chris Ward.............................07876 202006Hungref Ltd............................01672 519163PLUMBING & HEATING SERVICES

OilTec.....................................01488 648656

REMOVALS & STORAGELouth Removals.....................01672 513868

RIDINGRide Locally ..........................01488 683253

ROOFING SERVICESHeritage Roofi ng ......................01488 71117JNC Roofi ng ..01488 648337/07771 597117...............................................07733 213869MEJ Martin.............................01488 685341Roofright ...............................01672 871207

REVERSE THERAPYDr. John Eaton ..................... 0870 6260100

SCAFFOLDINGO.N.C. Scaffolding ................01672 514895

SHOOTING & EQUESTRIANWoodland Enterprises ...........01488 648820

SKIP HIREHills Waste Disposal .............01488 657123

STOP SMOKINGMust Stop Smoking................01488 644699

STOVESSarsen Stoves Ltd.................01264 790033

TOOL HIREA4 Hire ..................................01488 684584

TREE WORKJ. Hawkins .............................01672 870487Kellehers ...............................01672 539163Lasts Tree Care ....................01672 861770

UPHOLSTERYJD Upholstery .......................01793 871808

WATER TREATMENTSoft Options ..........................01672 521123

WINDOWS & CONSERVATORIESSalisbury Glass .....................01722 328985

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& SERVICECGS ..................................... 01488 684045Citroen Specialist ..................01672 521053Great Shefford Auto Centre...01488 648055Rapid Fit ............................... 01488 681888

BARBERThe Gentlemans Shop...........01488 684363

BESPOKE WOODEN FLOORSWhittle Woods........................08450 552488

BOARDING CATTERYLittlecopse Cattery ................01672 520879

BOOKSHOPHungerford Bookshop............01488 683480

BUILDING SERVICESCEW Builders.........................07818 233249Jeeves & Green ....................01488 680703Ross Edwards .......................01672 514020Simon Thorpe ...................... 07775 727389

BUTCHERSBastable Brothers .................01488 658537

CARE & SUPPORTApex Care ............................ 01672 811675

CARPETS & CURTAINSD&R Furnishers....... curtains 01672 513491..................................carpets 01672 513492CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANINGChemDry by Flair ................ 01635 524110

CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTDavid Owen & Co..................01672 512163Virginia Parkes ..................... 01488 649908

CHIMNEY SWEEP Brush & Vac ......................... 01488 648417

CLEANING SERVICESUpstairs Downstairs ..............01672 541177COMPUTER SALES, SERVICE & REPAIR Animated Laser Co ...............01488 684552

COUNTRY LIVINGPeppermint Cream ................01488 681117

CURTAIN MAKERFlorence Grace .....................01672 514369Madeline Walsh ................... 01672 871496

DANCE SCHOOLElizabeth McIndoe School ....01672 520514

ELECTRICAL SERVICESIan Barnes Electrical............. 01672 520147...............................................07747 414493Chris Loney .......................... 01672 514696 ...............................................07855 982232Premier Electrics....................01672 890296SG Electrical Services...........01672 516724

FASHIONBei Cappelli .......................... 01488 686321The Clothes Shop .................. 01635 47832

FENCINGAlan Archer .......................... 01672 540534RJ Cripps ............................. 01488 683807

FISH & CHIPSMr Fry ....................................01488 683237

FISHMONGERThe Lobster Pot ................... 01488 686770

FLORISTMartin & The Magpie..............01488 681062

FUNERAL DIRECTORSCamp Hopson Funerals.........01488 686511

FURNISHINGSofas & Stuff ........................ 0808 1783211

GARAGE SERVICESPeter Stirland Ltd...................01488 683678Stag Service Station .............01488 682202

GARDEN DESIGN/SERVICESHungerford Gdn Machinery ..01488 684105Hungerford Tree Surgery ..... 01488 682174RM Garden Services............. 01672 513001PH Landscapes .....................01672 870113

GAS INSTALLERSENERcon...............................01488 680800

HAIRDRESSERSAd Hoc ................................. 01488 681944Roberta’s ..............................01488 682888

HANDMADE FURNITUREMoore & Bradfi eld..................01488 684240

HOTELSThe Bear................................01488 682512The Three Swans...................01488 682721

INSURANCECoversure..............................0844 2480021

IRONINGManuella’s.............................01672 512884

KITCHENSAkorn Kitchen ......................... 01635 49448Krown Kitchens .....................01635 864274

LINE DANCINGTessa Hicks ...........................01672 520336

MOBILITYMarlborough Mobility ............01672 511550

NURSING SERVICESBrendoncare .........................01488 684916

PAINTING & DECORATINGD & R Randall ..........01672 539213 ............

.................................... / 07743 186740DJC Painting & Decorating....01672 519850Francis W Saunders ............ 01488 648806

PAVINGPave Rite Ltd ....................... 07778 734500

PET SUPPLIESHowards Pet Care..................01488 685314Hungerford Pet Shop ........... 01488 686570

PLUMBING SERVICESA4 Plumbing ..........................07771 511331 Hungref Ltd............................01672 519163

PROPERTY SERVICESR&K Property Serv ................01488 684923

RIDINGRide Locally ..........................01488 683253

PUBS & RESTAURANTSIndigo Palace ....................... 01488 668896The Downgate ...................... 01488 682708The Hare .................................01488 71386The Sun Inn .........................01488 682162Casanova ..............................01488 682721

ROOFING SERVICESHeritage Roofi ng ......................01488 71117MEJ Martin.............................01488 685341Roofright ...............................01672 871207

SKIP HIREHills Waste Disposal .............01488 657123

STONEMASONSHumphries Stonemasons.......01488 682847

SWEETSSugar Mouse..........................01488 682419

TAXIS & PRIVATE HIRE1st Direct Cars.......................01488 681182

TRAVELFarewise Travel......................01488 686858

TREE WORKHungerford Tree Surgery ..... 01488 682174Lasts Tree Care ....................01672 861770

TYRES & EXHAUSTSRapidfi t...................................01488 681888

WATER TREATMENTSoft Options ..........................01672 521123

WINDOWS & CONSERVATORIESSalisbury Glass .....................01722 328985

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Now in my 99th year – I was 98 on 29 March – I have recently been invited by a distinguished publisher to write my autobiography. Sketching it out, I have surprised myself by

the number of occupations in which I have earned my living. The fi rst money I earned was as an Actor on the professional stage, at the age of 13. My father was the Manager of the Theatre Royal in the north-east town of Darlington and, for six months of each year, my mother was an actress in the Repertory Company there. Occasionally there was a part for a boy, such as Sherlock Holmes assistant, and I played it, my fi rst wage for a three-night performance (twice nightly) being 7 shillings and sixpence.

When I was 17 my father took a country pub, three miles outside Darlington and, I helped, regularly, as Barman, a most valuable experience because it taught me how to converse, with ease, with men of all ages and all social ranks. As the beautiful River Tees fl owed past the pub door, I became an ardent, life-long Fisherman which would eventually earn me money by writing articles and books about it.

At 21, after securing an honours degree in botany and zoology, I was appointed Biologyman at the Liverpool Institute – a boys’ school. The pay was so poor – less than £5 per week – that I was driven to writing articles for magazines which gave me the writing bug which has become an obsession,

On joining the Forces as a Soldierman in 1940, I trained as a tank gunner, became a gunnery instructor and, after being commissioned, was selected for a crash course at the Military College of Science (now Royal) which I completed in spite of the horrifi c mathematics (never my strong point). I then became a Rocketman, being involved with developing rocket weapons for all three services.

In 1946, when released from the Army, I was invited to join the Daily Express, then a broadsheet with the world’s fi rst 4 million daily sale, as Defenceman and Scienceman. When, also taking on the reporting of medical advances, I became the Medicineman. Then, in 1950, with the conviction of the atomic scientist, Klaus Fuchs, for spying for Russia, I also became the Spyman, which, after my retirement from Fleet Street in 1979, has become my main interest and source of income through books and newspaper articles.

In retrospect, the trade description I would treasure most, and which embraces all the others, would be Workman. For nearly all my life I have been addicted to work, being quickly bored by repose and being intent to die in harness if I can. For me, seven days a week, there ain’t no fun like work, especially when, as in journalism, you can so quickly see the results of your labour. Floreat industria!

RECOLLECTIONS OF AN EXCITING LIFE

MAN OF MANY TRADES

CHAPMAN PINCHERBY

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JACK WILLIAMS

NOTABLE HUNGERFORDCHARACTERS NO. 4.JOHN WEESLEY

MEMORIES OF HUNGERFORD & THE KENNET VALLEY

The great Hungerford Historian Norman Hidden devotes the fi nal

chapter of his remarkable book Aspects of Early Hungerford to details of that great non-

conformist preacher John Wesley.Wesley visited our town on 14 occasions between 1735

and 1790 and usually he was on his way to Bristol usually starting from London but on occasions via Basingstoke.

He either stopped for tea or to spend the night and it appears that all the journeys were made on horseback.

Incredibly Wesley was so familiar with this mode of travel that it is recorded that he normally read a book and his favourite was Bunyan’s Pilgrim’ s Progress.

In April 1740 he was overnight in Hungerford and it is reported that he studied and sang hymns. There is no detail of names of his supporters but there is one mention of a visit to Ramsbury where he records that he was welcomed, lodged and entertained.

Methodism continues in our 19th century Bridge Street church built in 1864 although it is sad to record the demolition of the much larger Wesleyan Methodist church in Charnham Street.

As I was the last surviving trustee of that church I was saddened by its loss, much as I was when the Chilton Factory disappeared.

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Deep tissue massage, reflexology. Claire Digweed, 01488682187 / 07810 886673

VISITING practice Jane Darby WMSCh MPS Pract . Tel. 01672 512211.

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CHRIS RADFORD, Wagon Yard, Marlborough. 0800 731 6879, evenings 01672 516006.

A fabulous afternoon of live music with local band Des Simmonds + The Poachers encouraged everyone to enjoy the best of the spring sunshine this weekend in

Hungerford.Children mingled with the grown ups as music fi lled the spacious

Atrium at The Three Swans Hotel and a relaxed friendly atmosphere fi lled the room. A lazy Sunday afternoon drifted into a sunny evening as everyone spilled on to the pavement tables, bringing a little continental café culture to the high street. Comments owner Steve Hodges “it was great to see the band playing to an enthusiastic crowd – many of whom traveled from Newbury. At towns and villages all over Europe, they do this café culture thing so well, so why not here in Hungerford”? A relaxed family atmosphere with a touch of continental style was apparent, as guests enjoyed cream teas and a cuppa or, sipped rose wine or pints of beer in the spring sunshine. -Jenny Ford

SUNDAY SPRING FLING AT THE THREE SWANS HOTEL,

HUNGERFORD.

The Antiques Roadshow Supper Evening, organised by the Rotary Club of Hungerford, attracted over 100 local people, most of whom brought along items for valuation by local

Hungerford dealers, from Styles Silver, Furr & Co., Greatgrooms, Below Stairs and Roger King Antiques.

Nearly £1500 was raised for Hungerford Rotary charities.Items of interest included: A gilded relief Plaque of Dickens

...2012 is his celebration year,a heart shaped 3.75 carat baguette diamond ring set in18 carat

white & yellow gold valued at.....£35K, a gilt bronze 19th century, Louis xv style, mantle clock....£1500, a Regency rosewood brass inlaid clock circa 1815... £1200, 2 miniature copies of 2 very famous oil paintings on Ivory...£10K/£20K the pair.

Rotary President and Local farmer David Wallace said, how pleased and proud he was to represent the heart of Hungerford in its quest to “show off” what the Town is so famous for throughout the world. -James Brown.

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ROTARY ANTIQUES SHOW A HUGE SUCCESS

...Continued from page 1The town’s attractive boutiques draw customers from far afi eld

and its ladies’ and gentlemen’s hairdressers are of exceptional standard. There is excellent visitor accommodation in the town’s hotels, and restaurants provide a high standard of cuisine and the many inns and pubs offer great relaxation, food and fun nights.

The increasingly used Triangle Field sporting area is set for improved facilities.

The wharf area is becoming more attractive to canal users and the newly opened canal pedestrian bridge is proving popular.

The town’s parking problems are in the spotlight and under review. Hungerford Town Council, headed by the mayor Cr Martin Crane OBE, has appointed a consulting fi rm to advise on development of the railway station precincts and is also considering appointing a surveyor to advise on traffi c movement.

Cr Richard Hudson has suggested that the St John Ambulance Station could be purchased by council and used for a bus and taxi area at the railway station.

HUNGERFORD DEVELOPMENT ERA AHEAD

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HungerfordTree Surgery & Garden Services

All aspects of Tree care, Hedge cutting & garden maintenance

One off or regular visits completed with care & expertise

T: 01488 682174 M: 07770 688780

Green Tree Garden ServicesMowing • Hedge Cutting • Strimming • Fencing

• Pruning • Tree Work • Clearing overgrown areas - Bramble etcPlease call to discuss your needs

• Full Public Liability Insurance

Will Roberts T: 01488 658649 M: 07796 601966

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PAVE-RITE LIMITEDFor a professionally installed

high quality block paved driveway or patio please contact

Andrew Scaife Mobile 07778 734500

24hr ans/fax 01264 791132 email [email protected]

Over 25 years experience

HUNGERFORD JOINERY COMPANY LTD

All Bespoke joinery undertaken

Mark Hopkins Master Craftsman

www.hungerfordjoinery.comTel: 01488 681979

Mob: 07786 385291

KIM ERBRO’SLANDSCAPING CONTRACTORS

PATIOS, WALLINGFENCING, PONDCONSTRUCTION,SEEDING & TURFING,HEDGE CUTTING, PRUNING AND TREE PLANTING, DRIVE CONSTRUCTION

DESIGN SERVICE AVAILABLETEL: (01672) 540051www.kimberbros.co.uk

HONEYSTREETSAWMILL

Sawmillers and Timber MerchantsOAK AND SOFTWOOD BEAMS

ALL IMPORTED SOFTWOOD AND BUILDING TIMBERSPLYWOOD, CHIPBOARD, SKIRTING AND PREPARED TIMBER

WANEY EDGED & FEATHER BOARD EDGEDFull range of treated Fencing StakesRails and Machine turned jump poles

FARM GATES & ENTRANCE GATES IN TREATED SOFTWOOD AND HARDWOOD

Fence Panels, Trellis, Logs & WoodchipsOPEN Mon - Fri 8-5 Sat 8-12

Tel: 01672 851565/635Email: [email protected]

Fax: 01672 851788HONEYSTREET, WOODBOROUGH, PEWSEY SN9 5PS

Garden Construction Specialist

Small jobs undertaken, free quotations.

Landscapes

Ponds • Patios • Walls • Drives • Decking • Fencing

Tel: 01672 870113 Mobile: 07734 265771

WINDOWS • DOORS • CONSERVATORIES • ROOFLINE

Home improvements you can trust

Serving the community for over 60 yearsA quality service based on honest values

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ALAN ARCHERFENCING & LAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES

FULLY INSURED

All work carried out to the very highest standard

Email: [email protected]: 01672 540534 or 07801 239763

FOR YOUR ENQUIRIESRing 01488-683807

07768 400578

All types of fencing supplied & erected. Tree lopping & pruning etc. Hedgecutting

Licensed for removal of rubbish.FREE estimates. FULLY insured

R.J. CRIPPSFENCING & SERVICES

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Mobile: 07980 536156 E: [email protected]

J Hawkins TREE SURGEON

All aspects of tree workHedge cutting and stump grinding

Trees and hedges supplied and plantedSeasoned mulch and logs available

• Local Authority and Forestry Commision approved• Established 1990 • £10,000,000 liablity

ALAN ARCHERFENCING & LAND MANAGEMENT SERVICES

RM GARDEN SERVICESGeneral landscaping: patios: fencingGarden/ground maintenanceHedge cutting/reducing, mowingStump grinding, pruning etcFULLY INSURED01488 68379507763 [email protected]

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FOUR SEASONS GARDEN SERVICESUNIT 2, MILLS BUILDING, NEW HAYWARD, HUNGERFORD, RG17 0PZ

Telephone: 01488 684583 Evening: 01488 658109

LAWN MOWER AND GARDEN MACHINERY SALES AND SERVICE

Your local stockist of Hedgetrimmers and sparesFor all the above equipment

ADVANCED DOMESTIC SOLUTIONS Ltd

QUALITY KITCHENS & BATHROOMS

CALL 01793 321097 FOR A FREE QUOTATIONwww.ads-home.co.uk email: [email protected]

Hungerford’s new canal pedestrian bridge is open and proving popular.

Offi cial opening and naming will be incorporated in the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations.

The most popular name suggested at this stage is the Diamond Jubilee Bridge.

CANAL PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE OPEN

Spirals Landscaping Contractors Services

Paving, Fencing, Driveways, Plan� ng, Walling, Hedge cu� ng and topping, lakes/

ponds, turfi ng to full garden renova� onFully public insurance

www.spirals-landscaping.co.ukE: [email protected]: 07770 882147/ 01488 649940

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APRIL 20125: Green Drinks 8pm The Plume5: Mlb Folk Roots Mrlb Town Hall 8pm10: Storytelling and Bear Mask-making Hungerford Library 10.30-12pm & 1pm-2.30pm13: Croft Films - Midnight in Paris14: Cake Sale Crown Ramsbury16: Marlb Embroidery Guild17: Marlb Embroidery Guild17: MU “Tall Ships”, Crft Hall 143017: Croft Green Bowling 2pm20: Croft Films - In The Mood For Love 21: Mlb Folk Roots Church Hall 8pm21: Croft Green Bowling 2.15pm22: Hungerford Farmers Market27: Open Mic night - MTFC27: Croft Green Bowling coaching 6pm29: ARK Meadow Day 9.30am29: Croft Green Bowling 2.30pm30: Marlb Embroidery Guild31: Easter Egg Huunt H’frd Ply Grp

MAY 20122: Oak Tree Lunch - 3 Swans 12.302: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm2: Hung’d WI Crft Hll 7.30pm3: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume6: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps10: Croft Green Bowling 10.30am11: Mlb Folk Roots St Marys Ch 8pm12: Merchants Hse Annual Open Day12: Croft Green Bowling 2.30pm14: Marlb, Hung ladies’ lunch at Bear14: Marlb Embroidery Guild14: Conc’t Holy Cross Ramsb’y14: Croft Green Bowling 6.15pm15: Marlb Embroidery Guild15: MU “Messy Church”, C Hall 143015: Croft Green Bowling 6.15pm16: Croft Green Bowling 6.15pm19: Hung Theatre Cl 7.30 Meth Ch20: Inkpen Prim Sch Spring Fayre21/22: Marlb Embroidery Guild22: Croft Green Bowling 2.30pm24: Booksigning 10.30-12.30pm Chris Page ‘Bright Lights & Fairy Dust’24: Croft Green Bowling 2pm25: Open Mic night - MTFC27: Hung’d Farmer Mkt27: Croft Green Bowling 2.30pm28: Marlb Embroidery Guild29: Croft Green Bowling 2.30pm 29: Croft Green Bowling 6.15pm31: 29: Croft Green Bowling 2pm

JUNE 20123: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps6: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm6: Hung’d WI Crft Hll 7.30pm7: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume9: Marlb Embroidery Guild9: Conc’t Holy Cross Ramsb’y11: Marlb. Hung. ladies’ lunch at Bear

11: Marlb Embroidery Guild19: Marlb Embroidery Guild19: MU “Elaine & friends”, CHall 143023: Spirals Craft Fair & Refreshments 10-4pm HTH24: Hung’d Farmers Mkt25: Marlb Embroidery Guild29: Open Mic night - MTFC29: Hungerford Arts Festival 29 June-22 July www.hadcaf.co.uk

JULY 20121: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps2: Marlb Embroidery Guild3: Marlb Embroidery Guild4: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm5: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume16: Marlb Embroidery Guild17: Marlb Embroidery Guild22: Hung’d Farmers Mkt24: Marlb Embroidery Guild30: Marlb Embroidery Guild

AUGUST 20121: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm2: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume5: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps21: MU Nigel Sands, Crft Hall 143026: Hung’d Farmers Mkt28: Marlb Embroidery Guild

SEPTEMBER 20122: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps3: Marlb Embroidery Guild4: Marlb Embroidery Guild5: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm6: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume15: Conc’t Holy Cross Ramsb’y18: Marlb Embroidery Guild18: MU Lunch/Sing-a-Hymn, CHall 1pm23: Hung’d Farmers Mkt24: Marlb Embroidery Guild

OCTOBER 20121: Marlb Embroidery Guild AGM3: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm4: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume7: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps13: Conc’t Holy Cross Ramsb’y15: Marlb Embroidery Guild16: MU Croft Hall23: Marlb Embroidery Guild28: Spirals Craft Fair & Refreshments 10-4pm HTH28: Hung’d Farmers Mkt29: Marlb Embroidery Guild30: Marlb Embroidery Guild

NOVEMBER 20121: HEAT Green Drinks 8pm The Plume4: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps7: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm16: HTC Variety Show Crft Hll 7.30pm

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garage doors

Repairs, Locks, Automatic Operators, New doors, Fixquick Garage Doors, 01488 648016 www.fi xmygaragedoor.co.uk

Heads to Tails, DOG GROOMING IN HUNGERFORD.07733 156064 / 01488 682999

Dog Grooming

curtain maker

Experienced curtain maker 01672 871496

Weekly classes in Tap, Modern & Ballet Dance.

3 years and above at Hungerford Nursery School, The Croft

Gill: 07729 763759 Sarah: 07753 [email protected]

��Tuesday to Saturday.www.thelobsterpot.net

Tel: 01488 686770 (ext 5)Cobbs Farm Shop, Hungerford

tattoo studio

White Horse Tattoo Studio 48b High Street Hungerford 01488 683226 www.whitehorsetattoo.co.uk

the adviser

Advertise here for as little as £5+VAT. Call 01488 682328

Spanish Lessons

Spanish lessons, native tutor, one-to-one or groups. 07557 226541

ELIZABETH MCINDOE SCHOOL OF DANCING

ROYAL ACADEMY OF

DANCEBallet Classes for children from 3yrs.

Venues: Hungerford,Marlborough,Pewsey & Ramsbury - RAD Registered Teachers

Tel: 01672 520514 E: [email protected] www.lizmcdance.co.uk

FOR SALE

Double mattress, Futon and washing machine FREE to good homes. Call: 07956 444614

Over 100 members of the Hungerford Historical Association listened to an excellent, scholarly talk by Robin Buchanan – Dunlop on the history of his village, Ham, in the middle

ages.He cleverly linked the narrative of the English nation with

the history of this beautiful Wiltshire village and reminded his audience that the Wansdyke, which passes through the parish, was once a major defensive position, although its actual origins are lost in the mists of time. Several others of the 10th and 11th century’s boundary markers as mentioned in the original charter and the Domesday Book can still be found today. It was a well received presentation which added to member’s historical knowledge of Ham.

The next talk will be given by Mr William Shand M.D “A man that looks on glass...” on Wednesday, April 25th 2012 at 7.30pm in the Corn Exchange, Hungerford. - Shelagh Parry

ROBIN BUCHANAN – DUNLOP “THE VILLAGE OF HAM IN THE MIDDLE AGES”

LITTLECOPSE BOARDING

CATTERYLicensed & Local Authority Approved purpose built

modern small caring cattery

FELINE CARE - We are simply the best

Ring 01672-520879for further details

DIRTY COOKER? Call COOKERBURRA Oven Cleaning the professionals 01488 684955

oven cleaning

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1st

Direct Cars

01488 68 11 82

of Hungerford

The 1st & only number you’ll ever need.

www.hungerford-cabs.co.uk

For all your vehicle servicing and repair needs

Unit 5, Charnham Lane, Hungerford, Berks, RG17 0EY t: 01488 684045

• Over 21 years’ experience in the independent garage sector • Up-to-date diagnostic equipment

• MOT appointments arranged • No job too small

NOW OPEN inHUNGERFORD

Andrew Charles Tilley

MarlboroughPINE AND OAK

01672 515 516marlboroughpineandoak.co.uk

30 The Parade, Marlborough, SN8 1NE

The Hare Restaurant and Bar

Ermin Street Lambourn Woodlands Berkshire RG17 7SD. Tel: 01488 71386 www.theharerestaurant.co.ukErmin Street Lambourn Woodlands Berkshire RG17 7SD.

www.theclothesshopnewbury.co.uk

The Clothes ShopThe Clothes Shop

Telephone 01635 47832

9.15am - 5pm Tuesday to Saturday - Free Street Parking - 12 Pound St Newbury RG14 6AA

Weddings/AscotDon’t leave it too late. Come & choose your

hat now. Over 400 hats & fascinators in stock. All colours and styles

THESHEARS INN

THESHEARS INN

Open 7 days a week - Closed on Sunday [email protected] www.theshears.co.uk

COLLINGBOURNE DUCIS - 01264 850304Top quality food relaxed surroundings. Sunny terrace garden. Dogs welcome.

Interesting and original menu, plus a large choice real ales and lagers.

Easter Barbecue - (Weather permitting)

@LaPrimaveraRG17 www.la-primavera.co.uk16 Charnham Street, Hungerford

Please call us on 01488 682 588 or email [email protected]

Express Lunch £6.95(Monday to Friday)

Every Sunday EveningLive Music(7 to 9.30pm)

HUNGERFORD £550,000Beau� fully presented and

comprising the major part of this deligh� ul converted Chapel close to Sta� on, High Street and

Hungerford Common. Triple aspect Drawing Room, Kitchen/Dining room. Master bedroom with

en-suite bathroom, three further bedrooms, family bathroom. Gas central hea� ng, double glazing

throughout. Pre� y gardens, studio/offi ce with light and power.

Off street parking for two cars. For more details and photographs

or appointment to view.

T: 01488 682782 / 07863 123869

*Hungerford Bookshop Spring Author Events*BEAR MASK-MAKING, STORYTELLING and BOOKSIGNING with award-winning children’s author, Ka� e CleminsonApril 10th at Hungerford Library 10.30-12pm & 1pm – 2.30pm (Free)

KATE SUMMERSCALE: Talk & Signing for ‘Mrs Robinson’s Disgrace: The Private Diary of a Victorian Lady’ May 9th 7pm Cro� Hall Tickets £5

NOVELIST JOANNE HARRIS: Talk & signing for ‘Peaches for Monsieur Le Cure’ May 24th, 7pm Town Hall Tickets £5For more details please call 01488 683480 or

visit www.hungerfordbooks.co.uk

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Specialists in...Roof Tiling, Slating, Flat Roofi ng, Leadwork & Exterior Refurbishment

For free estimates and professional advice callMark Holsman on 01488-71117

or Fax 01488-71118

ROOFING SERVICES

ROOFING SERVICES

Leadworks, Tiling, Slating, Flat Roofi ng& External Building Maintenance

For free estimates & advice callMark Martin on 01488-685341

M E J MARTINRoofi ng, Renovation & Building Maintenance

Specializing in...

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PAINTING & DECORATING

PREMIER ELECTRICS SALES & REPAIRS

• Guaranteed repairs to all makes of domestic appliances

• Same day service• 24 hour service • OAP discounts

£5 reduction on production of this advert

[email protected]

Tel: 01672 89029601635 848691

PERSONAL TUITIONDomestic Aplliance Repairs

E-mail [email protected] Site: www.ener-con.co.uk

ENERconGas Safe Registered -185238

We carry out the service maintenance and installation

CookersGas FiresWater HeatersGas Boilers and systemsGas Warm Air HeatersAll controls & ancillary equipmentLandlord Gas SafetyInspection and Certifi catesSystem fl ushing and DescalingNatural Gas & I.P. Gas

We are highly experienced with over 30 years’ history, offer a very

competitive servicePhone 01488 680800Mobile 07776 242967

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ROOFING

Offi ce Tel/fax: 01672 871207 Mobile: 07715 836282Email: [email protected]

Specialising in ...Tiling, Slating, Flat Roofi ng, Lead work and all aspects of roof refurbishment.

We are a fully insured company with over 20 years experience. For a free estimate & advice

DAVID GILES PLASTERINGAll Plastering Work carried out

Coloured Render Solu� onsRepoin� ng Fully Insured

m: 07825 511003T: 01635 44205

www.gilesplastering.co.uk

PLASTERING

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A&DDecora� ng Services For All Your Decora� ng Needs

Interior & Exterior Decora� ng,Wall & Floor Tiling,

Plasterboarding,Artexing & Coving

Free Es� mates01488 681778 / 01488 685049

PROPERTY SERVICES

Complete property maintenance service01488 684923 / 07595 225077

REPAIRS, NEW WORKS, RENOVATIONS, REFITSCall R&K We take Care of It All - No job too small

• Locks • Doors • Glazing • Windows• Garden Structures • Landscaping

• Gates/Fencing • Decorating

ROSS EDWARDSBuilding ContractorNew Buildings

Extensions, Maintenanceand Alterations

12 Thomson Way, Marlborough


BUILDING CONTRACTOR

PLUMBING SERVICES

OFTEC registered and Corgi registered

Hungref LtdPlumbing & Heating Engineers

All aspects of Plumbing & Heatingundertaken. Domestic & Commercial!

30 years’ experience

TEL: 01672 519163FAX: 01672 519099

Mobile: 07971 563360

Unit 6The Old YardMarlboroughWiltshireSN8 2AP

Powerfl ushing central heating systems.Boiler replacement and servicing

for oil and gas.

BUILDING CONTRACTOR

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

Complete domestic electrical installation service

Inspection & Testing

iBEST

iBEST Tel: 01672 520147

Mobile: 07747 414493

Ian Barnes Electrical Services & Testing

Free Estimates

D & R RANDALLPAINTING & DECORATING SPECIALISTS

30 years experience

Robert RandallTel: 01672 539213 (M): 07743 186740



D.J.C.Painting & Decorating Services

• Over 20 years experience• Fully insured •Free estimates

• Competitive pricesCall Darren

Home: 01672 519850Mobile: 07877 675162

No Job Too Small

SIMON THORPE BUILDING CONTRACTOR New builds, Extensions, Brickwork Roofi ng & General building services

All work Fully insured. For a free quote call

Tel. 01672 514215 Mobile 07775 727389

WATER SOFTENERS

*WATER SOFTENERS *DRINKING SYSTEMS*SALES & SERVICES

*PLUS FREE SALT DELIVERY

01672 521123PLUMBING

AJS PLUMBERSof Marlborough

Domestic and Commercial plumbing undertaken.

35 years experience of all aspects of plumbing T: 01672 511064

M: 07721 329 583

DECORATING

ELECTRICAL SERVICES

BUILDING SERVICENew build, extensions, alterations

All aspects of carpentry undertakenGroundwork, joinery by carpentry

Architectural plans submittedAll work FULLY insured

For FREE quote call01672 810010 or mob 07866 433397

BUILDING SERVICE

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Home Based Professional Accountantfor Limited Companies

Self Employed Businessesand Self-Assessment

ACCOUNTANCY

Friendly and Reliable Service,

Tel: Virginia Parkes 01488 649908

Camp HopsonIncorporating Arthur Chivers

Independent Funeral DirectorsOffer a personal and complete 24 hour service

Including Horsedrawn Funerals, Pre-Paid Funeral Plans, National & International Funerals

For advice please call:HUNGERFORD(01488) 686511

90 West Street Newbury Berkshire RG14 1HANEWBURY 01635-522210

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICES

ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES

All types of domestic plumbing Installation & maintenance,

bathrooms, en-suites, showersTel Hungerford: 07771 511331

PLUMBING SERVICESBUILDING & DECORATING

Affordable Quality Kitchens

Contemporary & Traditional Designs

Friendly Professional Service Robert Palmer 01635 864274

Krown Kitchens

KITCHENS

KITCHENS Ltd

A ORN

WORKSHOP AND SHOWROOM


KITCHENS, BEDROOMS & HOME STUDY CABINETRY

KITCHENS & CABINETRYCARPET CLEANING

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING by Flair

Most carpets dry in 1 -2 hours • Protection service • Professional stain

removal • No obligation quotations All work fully insured and guaranteed.

01635 524110www.chemdryclean.co.uk/flair Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01488 682328 Fax: 01488 681899

E-mail: [email protected]

WINDOW CLEANING CARPET CLEANING

CHIMNEY SWEEP

ACS Window & cleaning services. com-mercial & residential. Fully insured 01488 681669 mob. 07766 655093

Carpet Clean - Ricky Flint, established 1997. Professional, local service. Great Bedwyn 07799 215837 / 01672 871414

HUNGERFORD DESIGN LTDPLANS FOR

Planning & Building Regs/New Houses & Extensions

Listed Buildings - Land SurveysFree Consultation please contact:Sidney Webb - Tel: 01488 683424E: [email protected]

DESIGN SERVICES

ALL MAKES WELCOMEUnit 4 Charnham Lane, Industrial Estate, Hungerford

Tel: 01488 681888

• Tyres • Exhausts • Batteries • Brakes • Shock Absorbers

BRUSH AND VAC

Special OAP rates • All appliances

Contact Jamie

CHIMNEY SWEEP

T: 01488 648417M: 07799 530217

Air Conditioning& RefrigerationSales & Service

Day: 07833 750 889Eve: 01488 684 334

AIR CON SKIP HIRE

SKIP HIREMINI SKIPS

6 TO 14 YD BUILDERS SKIPS

Tel 08000 751751

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DECORATING

Steve HarrisonPainter & Decorator

40 years in tradeFree es�mates Fully insured

01488 68423107979 598021

CSL Handyman ServicesMinor electrical works,

DIY Gardening, etcFully insured and CRB Checked

T: 0845 0777087 M:07704 185393

email: [email protected]

HANDYMAN SERVICES

TILING, COVING, AND COMPLETE REFURBISHMENTSALL BUILDING WORK UNDERTAKEN

• FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED• Interior & Exterior • Reliable • Professional

• No job too small

HUNGERFORD: 01488 685220 MOBILE’S: 07976 917861 / 07860 940606

B & G TALMAGE LTDPAINTING & DECORATING

COMPUTING

Our caring staff are here to listen and advise you, 24 hours a day.

Hungerford 01488 68683048a High Street

Thatcham 01635 868444

Tadley 0118 9814420

Private Chapel of RestPre-payment Funeral Plans Available

Enquiries Welcome

FUNERAL DIRECTORS

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Try Line Dancing!!Tel: Tessa 01672 520336

**LINE DANCING**Beginners or Intermediates

want to feel better, burn calories, have lots of fun?!

LINE DANCING

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MAN WITH A VAN

MAN WITH A VANHouse / Offi ce MovesGarage / HouseClearanceRubbish removal

Phone Andy on 01488 684726mobile 07768 655136

LOGS for sale, £70 per load. 01488 684520 or 07770 884795

LOGS FOR SALE

Manuela’s IroningProfessional Ironing Service

Bring it in crumpled - get it back fl at

Collection & Delivery service available

01672 512884

IRONING

CITROEN, PEUGEOT, RENAULT25 years’ French car experience.

19 years’ on Citroen.All makes of car serviced. Excellent rates.

FULLY INSURED

01672 521053 Mobile 07974379226Tel: Mark Dunn @ Ramsbury

CITROEN SPECIALIST

RIDE LOCALLYin beautiful countryside with

Sue Acworth. Supervised rides & lessons for children & adults

Long Rides & Pony DaysTel: 01488 683253

Little Hidden Farm, Hungerford Newtown

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MOBILITY

FLORENCE GRACETHE CURTAINMAKER

Tel. 01672 514369Top quality curtains & soft furnishings

expertly made to measure. Fitting service available, free estimates, reasonable rates

Period properties a specialityPlease call for prompt service

CURTAIN MAKER

• Rise & Recline Furniture • Mobility Scooters

• Free Hearing Tests • Stairlifts • Cosyfeet Shoes & Slippers

55 George Lane, Marlborough SN8 4BY - adjoining Kennett Pharmacy -

01672 511550 www.thehearingandmobilitystore.co.uk


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ISLE of WIGHT PRODUCE

Suppliers of organic fl our, jams, chutneys, fresh seasonal toms, fresh Isle of Wight garlic and honey. Biscuits, crackers and cakes all made with Isle of Wight Flour

Marlborough Market - Weds Newbury - Thurs

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Between 145-65 million years ago the chalk on which Marlborough now lies was formed from the remains of sea creatures who lived in the warm Cretaceous seas.

Marlborough now lies approximately 150m above sea level and those limestone sediments now provide the basis for our very existence supporting a rich farmland, diverse wildlife and beautiful clear chalkland streams. Successive ice ages and fluctuating temperatures changed the landscape and the rising and falling sea levels changed Britain’s coastlines time and again.

Much of our area is now a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, as well as parts of the River Kennet being a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Not to mention, of course, the fact that we are living in one of the most important archaeological and historical landscapes in the country.

The last ice age ended about 11,500 years ago leaving Wiltshire almost barren of vegetation and little more than an arctic tundra. However, over time the country warmed and became forested, firstly with birch and pine, then with a dense broad-leafed woodland, allowing mankind to begin to recolonise this area. By about 8,500 years ago, the rising sea levels cut Britain off from the continent for the final time and the people living here stayed for good. A. George

Your Marlborough PART ONE

Marlborough Air Ambulance Supporters will be running further regular car boot sales on Marlborough Common – starting at 9am on 6th May, 17th June, 1st July, 5th August and 9th September. If you want a pitch, just turn up on the day after 9am. It will cost you £8 for a car, £10 for car and trailer or £10 for vans.

Car boot sales have always been popular events in Marlborough and this newly formed group are hopeful that they can raise a considerable amount for the Wiltshire Air Ambulance. Tombola, a bouncy castle and food will also be available. So, whether it's the children's' toys, tools from the garage, or whatever is lurking at the back of the cupboards – make some money for yourself and have an enjoyable time in support of this most worthwhile cause.

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Diamond JubileeMarlborough Open Gardens

This popular afternoon event, an opportunity for a gentle stroll round Marlborough, visiting some of the Town's most attractive gardens, will take place on Sunday 10 June, between 2-6pm.

A dozen or so gardens will be open, including the Master's Garden at the College, and owners have been asked to reflect Marlborough's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations by planting a patriotic colour-themed boarder, or the commemorative planting of a tree or a rose etc. to mark this special year.

Tickets with a map of the gardens opening along with a brief description, can be purchased in advance from The Merchant's House Shop, 132 High Street, Marlborough: Adults £4.50 (Children under 14 free) or £5 on the day, only from The Merchant's House Garden, where the stroll round the gardens can be started. Teas £3.50 will be available from 3-6pm at Ryecroft, Back Lane.

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ROBERT GODDARD ‘the master of the clever twist’

talking about writing his thrillers, including his latest

Fault Lineat St Peters Church, Marlborough

on Thursday 12 April

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fall off quite often, but from low heights and generally landing on your feet. As Cllr Caroline Jackson pointed out, exercise which improves balance and encourages children who these days can sometimes barely hop or jump, is a wonderful idea. This would also encourage play outdoors.

Marlborough Town Council had been approached by a group of St John's students who have found suitable mature trees in Priory Gardens. They went to the trouble of making an amazingly professional video, in order to request if they could use these trees. The committee, chaired by Rich Pitts, encouraged St John's student Harry Shakeshaft, who attended the meeting, to answer the councillors' questions about slacklining. There was a positive response from all around the table, with a cautionary note from Cllr Bryan Castle that it should be made clear that any abuse of the system would result in the privilege being curtailed.

Daffodils growing by the roadside have often been planted by the community for everyone to enjoy. Perhaps the mature gentleman in the lovely car with the personalised number plate that I spotted will think twice before helping himself in future.

Grrr . . . Val’s Rant !

The human species is obviously not as intelligent as the cat, but nevertheless they can learn quite a lot - if properly managed. Topics we will be discussing include the use of purring as a human reward, rubbing your human up the right way, when to bite, spraying as a method of making our wishes known, teaching basic cat language and dealing with human inattention. Next week - How to teach your human good manners!

Lily and Neeka’s Blog - HOW TO CORRECTLY TRAIN YOUR HUMAN

The terrace of cottages in Kennet Place, as well as businesses within the Ropeworks were due to be protected by a flood alleviation scheme this year. However, having carried out detailed surveys, the Environment Agency found that due to the complexity of services running through the river bank, the flood defence would have to be re-sited closer to the water. It had originally been planned along the kerbside. The result is an escalation of costs for the works. Wiltshire Council and Marlborough Town Council had agreed to contribute to the funding, but this is now under further discussion.

Flood Alleviation Schemeon Hold

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Work Startson New St John’sTennis Courts

St John's Headteacher Dr Patrick Hazlewood announced work began on 2nd April to construct six new tennis courts, at a cost of £250,000. They are expected to be completed in early June.

The courts will be sited on land between the new school and the new housing development.

Dr Hazlewood thanked parents at the school for their support.

“The tennis courts will be an enormous benefit to students at St John's, and we will also be making the courts available for use by community groups during evenings, weekends and school holidays, giving a real boost to the provision of sports facilities in the town. My huge thanks to the many parents and friends of St John's who have donated money to help us achieve this project. I am also very grateful to the members of the St John's Family & Friends Association who have raised £15,000 towards the project, including £10,000 for additional student lockers which will be installed over the coming weeks”.

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Slacklining - what’s that?

Welcome to your New Look Adviser!The new Marlborough Team, Val Compton andAbby George are working together to bring you

up-to-date news and events relevant to yourlocal area. We would welcome you opinion on thisnew look, so contact [email protected]

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Marlborough Town Council Amenities and Open Spaces Committee learned about the latest craze amongst young people which involves fresh air, keeping fit, no noise or mess, as well as being entertaining for onlookers. A slackline is best described as a sort of tightrope, but is a broad webbed strap more often associated with securing loads on trucks. The ratchet device at one end tensions the strap which is secured between two mature trees, the bark being protected by carpet. Specific supports have also been developed, which could be installed at minimal cost, this was suggested as a possibility for the Salisbury Road Recreation Ground.

Balancing on a slackline requires practice for any age group and as was demonstrated on the video, expect to

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