The Loddon Valley Link

Church and Parish Magazine

for Sherfield-on-Loddon, Stratfield Saye and Hartley Wespall with Stratfield Turgis

February 2013

Issue 453

Services for February 2013

Sunday 3rd February 10.00am Holy Communion 2nd before Lent St Leonards Sherfield

10.00am
4.00pm

Family Service

Evensong with Holy Communion

St Marys Stratfield Saye*

St Marys Hartley Wespall

Friday 4.15pm Messy Church Sherfield Park Community Centre

Sunday 10th February

10.00am

Wednesday 11.00am Lent Holy Communion St Leonards Sunday 17th February

Morning Worship St Leonards Sherfield With Childrens Sunday Club

Next before Lent

10.00am
10.00am

Holy Communion with Childrens Sunday Club Family Service

St Leonards Sherfield

Lent I

10.00am

Matins (BCP) with Communion by Extension St Marys Stratfield Saye*

(No Evensong)

St Marys Hartley Wespall

Wednesday 11.00am Lent Holy Communion St Leonards Sunday 24th February 8.00am Holy Communion BCP Lent 2 St Marys Hartley Wespall

10.00am

Wednesday 11.00am Lent Communion Sunday 3rd March 10.00am Holy Communion

Family Service

St Leonards Sherfield
St Leonards

Wednesday 4.00pm Toddlers St Leonards

10.00am
4.00pm

Evensong With Holy Communion

Family Service

Lent 3 St Leonards Sherfield

St Marys Stratfield Saye*

St Marys Hartley Wespall

*Drive up close to the white gates, which will open automatically . Children are welcome at all our services. Services in italics are particularly geared to children and families. BCP = Book of Common Prayer.

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Dont cry, St Valentine The 14th February used to be the big opportunity for secret admirers to send a Valentines Card. It was pretty straight forward stuff when I was at school but in which direction should Cupid aim his arrows in todays society? With the Church of England saying its okay to have bishops who are in same-sex Civil Partnerships (whilst rejecting women bishops) and Mr Cameron expressing his determination to introduce same-sex marriage, its enough to confuse a saint. Thank goodness the birds and the bees still know what theyre doing. In the run up to Christmas I watched the BBC drama Last Tango in Halifax to which I gave full marks for the acting, production and script. The plot: An elderly couple, Alan (Derek Jacobi) and Celia (Anne Reid) in their twilight years, make contact via Facebook and arrange to meet. It turns out that they were in love as teenagers but lost touch because of an undelivered letter but now, as widow and widower, they fall in love again and plan to marry. In contrast to Alan and Celia the marriages and lives of their children are in tatters and the off-spring are stunned and challenged by these two elderly love birds. Just as you think the plot is moving to a happy ending Celias son-in-law has an affair and her daughter forms a lesbian relationship! Alans daughter, whose unhappy marriage was ended by her husbands suicide (do please take a break for coffee if you feel the need!), has an affair with a teenage boy and, basically, any man who is passing by. The key sentence in the play is spoken from the lips of the shocked and scandalised Celia who, temporarily estranged from her daughter, accepts her lesbian partner and says: I only want you to be happy. What a profound comment upon the age in which we are living. History, morality and scientific thinking are of little importance, what matters most is to do what makes you happy. Authenticity is about being true to yourself, today. Yesterday and tomorrow are of little consequence. No wonder Cupid is confused. Philosophers have a word for this attitude to life, they call it existentialism. Happiness is illusive, a feeling dependent upon our circumstances. Whilst concerned for our happiness God has something greater to give ushis unconditional love made known to us in his Son. When we know that we are loved we can overcome the most challenging situations. Jesus transformed the stable, the cross and the tomb because his heart was pierced by Gods love. This same God wants to be our Valentine and to pierce our hearts too. Christian greetings,

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BREACH LANE CHAPEL

Sherfield on Loddon Contact: Rev Chris Russell 01276 21469 Geoff Belsham 01256 882534

February 2013
FRI 1st SUN 3rd THU 7th SUN 10th 10.30am 10.30am 7.30pm 10.30am 3pm 10.30am 2.30pm Open Morning at Chapel with Refreshments Family Worship led by Neil Owen Bible Study at 9 Coopers Lane Family Worship led by Graham Locke Bible Study at Chapel Open Morning at Chapel with Refreshments Disabled Christian Fellowship at Camberley Baptist Church Family Worship led by Neil Owen including Holy Communion Mid-Week Fellowship led by Geoff Belsham Bible Study at Chapel Mid-Week Fellowship led by Geoff Belsham

TUE 12

th

SAT 16th

SUN 17th

10.30am

SUN 24th

2.30pm 3pm

WED 27th

2.30pm

CATHOLIC SERVICES
Church of St Bede, Popley (www.vinntec.co.uk/hg/) Contact Fr. Dominic Golding, at the Parish Office, Tuesday to Friday,9.30am-1.00pm Tel: 01256 465214. Sunday Mass 9.00 am, 11.00 am, and 6.30pm
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Editorial
Welcome to 2013. During last year, the magazine saw a continuation of the improvements introduced in 2011/12 - a modern and attractive format, professional printing, more colour to highlight local events and eleven issues of the magazine instead of ten. We have a strong body of advertisers who monthly make our readers aware of the wide variety of products and services available in the area. The Loddon Link magazine is supported and guided by a Management Committee which, together with the editors, aims to ensure that readers are given the best possible information about the many activities that are scheduled and reported each month. Finally, and by no means of secondary importance is the fact the we still have an intrepid team of distributers who deliver the magazine to every household in the area... and, furthermore, the magazine still comes to you free-of-charge... something of which we are proud. Lets hope 2013 will be a good year for both advertisers and readers. As ever, bouquets, brickbats and other comments on the magazine can be sent to: editor@loddonvalleylink.hampshire.org.uk. Remember: All our magazines can be found on line at: www.LoddonValleyLink.hampshire.org.uk

ST. LEONARDS CHURCH

Saturday Open Days
February 2013 on 2nd, 9th, and 23rd of the month A list of all the Open Day dates for the year is displayed in the lych gate at the church. Everyone is welcome to visit for quiet reflection, a prayer, to study the architecture and history of the church or to view with a wedding in mind.

Cover photograph: Winter flowering Cymbidium by Donald Dawson

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Renowned for delicious food, great ales and a warm welcome

www.whitehartsherfield.co.uk
White Hart, Reading Road, Sherfield on Loddon, Hants, RG27 0BT

01256 882280

Wellington Farm Shop - 01189 326132 www.wellington-farm-shop.co.uk Located on the A33 at the Riseley roundabout between Reading and Basingstoke

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Special Lent Communion at St Leonards

Once again we will offer short mid-week Holy Communion services during the weeks leading up to Easter. These are half hour services open to all denominations. For your Diary: Wednesdays at 11.00 - 11.30am 13th February, 20th February, 27th February, 6th March, 13th March and 20th March.

Church News
Church Electoral Roll - There has to be a complete renewal of the electoral roll, so if you are on the electoral roll you will still need to re-apply. Forms are now available in all of our churches. Christmas Service Collections - The Stratfield Saye Nativity raised 281.89 and The Crib Service at St Leonards collected around 300 including Gift Aid. Both collections will be donated to the Children's Society and Bible Lands. Revd Bob Politt

Annual Parochial Church Meetings St Leonards APCM will be held at 11.15am on Sunday 17th March at St Leonards Church. St Marys Stratfield Saye and St Marys Hartley Wespall will be holding their APCM at 7.30pm on Monday 18th March at St Marys Hartley Wespall.

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www.LoddonValleyLink.hampshire.org.uk SHERFIELD 0-5S Every Tuesday 10.00am to 12 noon Sherfield Park Community Centre Climbing frame, toys, parachute games, singing, juice and biscuits, tea and coffee. A great place to meet new people and make new friends everyone welcome! Come and join us! designed to wear out your children! Contacts: Louisa 01256 881229, Beccy 880894, Kerry 880167

BRAMLEY ART CLASSES

Antonia Dewhurst is teaching classes in Drawing & Painting. Monday 10.00-12.00am, 12.45-2.45pm and 7.00-9.00pm 90 for 10 weeks. 80 OAPs Situated in Cufaude Lane, Beginners & Improvers welcome. Tel: 01256 883876 images@antoniadewhurstart.co.uk

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Church Toddler Time for Babies to 5 The next Toddler Time will be

Wednesday 27th February 2013 4.00-4.20pm

At St Leonards Church on the Red Carpet Nursery Rhymes, Story, Prayer. Healthy refreshments. All welcome Contact Bob Politt for more information 01256 882209 bobpolitt@btinternet.com

Parish Registers
Baptisms Ross Hadley Bella Hadley Zachary Stringer Eleanor Eason Freddie Eason Charlotte Eason Winston Bruce Ronald Grigg 09.12.12 09.12.12 13.01.13 27.01.13 27.01.13 27.01.13 Funerals 18.12.12 21.01.13 Sherfield Sherfield Sherfield Sherfield Sherfield Sherfield Sherfield Sherfield

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For information call: 0118 932 6308 Brochure hotline: 0118 932 6480 www. wellington-riding.co.uk e-mail: info@wellington-riding.co.uk

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Art Classes
Sherfield Village Hall
Friendly, relaxed creative classes for adults & children of all abilities with local artist, Louise Hight Starting Tuesday 26th February Adults, 2.30pm to 4.30pm Children age 7 to 11, 5pm to 6pm

Tel, 07988856304 / 01256 886383 Email l.hight@hotmail.co.uk

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Friday 8th February at 4.15pm

Life isnt tidy and one of the strengths of our Church is that we dont mind getting messy! Messy Church is a monthly opportunity for families to enjoy being together, making things together, eating together and celebrating God together.

Februarys theme is: Love is

All are welcome. The session will run something like this:4.15pmarrive and register, have a drink and a biscuit 4.30pmWorship, followed by Craft Activities and then Food!

If you would like to come along please contact

Amanda Prince on 01256 880733 or amanda_prince4@hotmail.com. Or have a look on Facebook: Messy Church - Sherfield on Loddon

Thank You!
Thank you to all of those who came Carol Singing around Sherfield Village and also those who came to the Sherfield Park Community Centre for hosting the 2nd Community Carol Sing. The total collected from both Carol Singing events was 108, which will be given to the Childrens Society.
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Sponsor Ben Eason to run the London Marathon 21st April 2013
A message from Ben Eason: I live in Sherfield on Loddon within walking distance of St Leonards Church - our family church. The extension at St Leonards Church is an on-going initiative that we are proudly supporting, and looking to make a good contribution to their successful efforts. This will be marathon number 10 for me (and possibly the last although I have said that before! My company - Barclays will gift-match the first 750 raised - so I encourage you to sponsor wherever you can. I look forward to my children and their children enjoying this extension. So let me do the long training and early mornings, and please give generously. Any contribution that you can make would be greatly appreciated. Donations can be made by visiting the website shown above where you can also Gift Aid your sponsorship.

In aid of St Leonards Extension Fund

If you would prefer to give directly you can put your donation into an envelope marked: Ben London Marathon and put it in the collection at St Leonards or give it to Dan Farrow, Treasurer.
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The Mind's Eye Clinic. Clinical Hypnotherapy & Counselling William Robert Edward Campbell II Clinical Hypnotherapist. Are you fed up with trying to lose weight with all the latest fad diets ? Are you trying to quit smoking? Do you have problems with self esteem and confidence? Well, don't worry because help is at hand, contact us and see what hypnosis can do for you. You can find us at: www.the-minds-eye-clinic.co.uk or phone us on 01256 883254 or mobile: 07749321302 Remember It's All In The Mind

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Thank you to all of you who have already joined the scheme. St Leonards and St Marys Hartley Wespall have joined this national scheme designed to help churches with their planned giving It is a highly efficient and simple system that collects gifts from donors by Direct Debit, automatically adds the Gift Aid if appropriate and then passes the total amount to the local church. More information is available from the Treasurers. Dan Farrow 882680 for St Leonards and Michael Webster 882413 for St Marys Hartley Wespall.

Lent Course A New Way of Living

This year the Lent Course aims to help us cover the basics of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus today. Have fun and discover lots about living life to the full as a follower of Jesus. Booklets are available, free of charge, through all of our three churches or directly from Revd Bob Politt (01256 882209 or bobpolitt@btinternet.com). Also please contact Bob if you would like to join a group.

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ELLIOTTS LANDSCAPING
www.classictreeservices.co.uk

Tree Surgery Stump Grinding Hedge Cutting Fencing Decking Power Washing Turfing Garden Maintenance Peter Elliott 01256 883743 Mobile: 07725 749 644

PHONE 01276 473118 www.ovenclean.com

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TEXT FOR THE MONTH 1 Peter : verse 2 Be shepherds of Gods flock that is under your care, serving as overseersnot because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; NIV bible Prayer for the February. Lord of life, we thank you for the gifts you have given us, the things we can do well and enjoy doing, the things that bring happiness to us and contribute to the happiness of those around us. Lord of life, teach us to share with others the gifts you have given to us so that we play our part in the life of our community and our society. We thank you for the gifts of others, those things which they can do which we cannot, the talents they have, which we do not have and the skills they can offer which complement our own and for the qualities they have which enrich our lives. Lord of life teach to share with those around the many gifts you have given to us, for all we have and own comes from you. Help us to see how we can share with those around all that we possess for you have blessed each of us in so many ways and for that we thank you. In Jesus name we pray. Amen Prayer Points for February Pray for all suffering from the effects of the many disasters which have filled our newspapers recently and help us not to forget that they leave devastation long after they are not headline material. Pray especially for all who have recently been caught in the forest fires in Australia Pray for the future of our planet that all heed the warning signs for its future and plan to change their behaviour Pray for peace in all countries where violence and terror cause so many to live in fear each day, especially for Syria and Afghanistan. Pray for leaders to take forward the peace processes in these countries Pray for our forces serving in Afghanistan and especially for Nick Bartrum and his parents who live in Sherfield Give thanks for the signs of Spring as we enjoy flowers appearing again in our gardens and along the hedgerows.
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KATYS DOG WALKING

(Previously Wag Tail Dog Service)

Fully Insured and References Available DOG WALKING AROUND SHERFIELD ON LODDON, CHINEHAM AND SHERFIELD PARK

01256 880446 OR 07985 157700

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Report by Gill Fearon In December we enjoyed celebrating Christmas at a members house, each taking food or drink for a sit-down three-course meal. Later we played party games, listened to readings and opened our Secret Santa presents. Apart from being cheaper than eating out, we prefer having the chance to do other things and mix with each other more. A fun evening that went by in a flash! Our January meeting was entitled, Ten Great Things You Would Like To Do. We wrote a selection of four or five on separate pieces of paper and put them into a tin to be drawn at random. We then tried to guess who the item belonged to. Two of us would like to go up The Shard, Londons newest tall building which is over 1,000 feet and opens to the public this month. Quite a few of us dream of travelling more, seeing the Northern Lights and the Taj Mahal, visiting places like Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Athens, Cairo, St Petersburg, China and Australia. One would like to be able to sing properly and another drive a racing car around Brands Hatch. Another thought it would be lovely to paint a really good picture and write a novel. Exercise featured amongst the choices one was to stay fit into old age and one would like to walk the Coast to Coast long distance footpath which goes from St Bees Head in Cumbria, across the Lake District and the North Yorks Moors to Robin Hoods Bay. Many of the choices sparked lively conversation which led onto other things and some of the ideas inspired us to try something new. Later in January we held our annual planning meeting when we decide on our programme for the year. This will be reported on in the next edition. Just to remind you, we are a ladies group, most of whom live in Sherfield and we meet regularly once a month, usually on the second Thursday of the month in members houses. Our group is informal and we generally have a varied programme of light-hearted and serious discussions, rambles, a safari supper, quizzes and talks. For further information please ring me, Gill Fearon, on (01256) 882106.
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THE REAL EASTER EGG

Following the success of the Divine Fairtrade chocolate Advent calendars we sold 35! - how about an Easter egg that tells the Easter story? The Real Easter Egg is made from 125g. of high quality Fairtrade chocolate. Inside the box is a free copy of the Easter Story, an activity poster and sticker set. It is difficult to believe that out of 80 million Easter Eggs sold in the UK every year, the Real Easter Egg is the only one which tells the Easter story, gives money to charity and is Fairtrade The supermarkets remain reluctant to stock these Eggs, but we can order them for you. Orders need to be with me - Carol Armstrong - by Sunday, 9th February. Secure free delivery will avoid disappointment. Each Egg costs 3.99. Money with order, please. Carol Armstrong 0118 9816593 sc.cedars@greenbee.net

Gateway Award Project Youth Club. NEW MEMBERS / VOLUNTEERS NEEDED. GAP youth club is looking for new members aged 16 - 25 years old who have additional needs. We also need volunteers to support the running of our club. The Club meets every Wednesday at Everest Community Academy from 7.0pm to 9.0pm. It is a very sociable club in which young people meet targets to achieve on the Gateway Award scheme. This involves a range of activities. To find out more please ring 07758760699 or visit www.basingstokegap.org

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Theres never enough time to do Garden Clearance, Seasonal Tidies, Grass Cutting, Turfing, Hedge Trimming, Steam Cleaning (Patios, Paths, Walls), Creosoting. We offer weekly, fortnightly, monthly, quarterly visits or one-off tidy ups Tel: 01256 880333 or Mob: 07776 211211 www.masonsgardens.co.uk enquiries@masonsgardens.co.uk

Wills Garden Services

Tel: 07951917943/01256 881354 Email: cole114@msn.com A complete range of garden services: Garden clearance, Mowing, Hedgetrimming, Paving, Pruning, Fencing, Turfing, Tree Care

Paul Allen
Carpentry . Tiling . General House Maintenance Local Reliable Friendly Service Established over 20yrs Tel. 0118 9702243 Email prm.allen@hotmail.co.uk
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FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MONUMENTAL MASONS. ALEXANDER & DRY Twenty four hour service. Pre-paid funeral plans available. 1 Seal Road, Basingstoke, RG21 7NQ Tel: 01256 844663

R. T. Mitchell & Sons

Local Building Contractors est. 1972
HOUSES - EXTENSIONS - ALTERATIONS - GARAGES LOFT CONVERSIONS RESTORATION OF LISTED BUILDINGS 45 London Road, Old Basing

Tel: 01256 352225 Web-site www.rtmitchellandsons.co.uk e-mail enquiries@rtmitchellandsons.co.uk

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A view from the Borough Council Councillor Ranil Jayawardena

I hope you had a good Christmas it now seems like a distant memory. This update is devoted to the Local Plan, on which I am spending much of my time at the moment. As many of you know, I live just up the road in Bramley and I know the issues we all face in our villages so you can be assured that I am on your side when it comes to controlling development. I want the lowest number of homes possible and am fighting for this on two fronts. First, national Government rules mean that the Borough of Basingstoke and Deane has to build a certain number of homes a year. Under the last Government, this was set as 945 homes per year. The result of a high number is obvious; lots of greenfield sites have to be allocated. Thats why the Conservative Administration previously proposed that this should be reduced to 594 homes per year. Sadly, as a result of the delay caused by the Manydown issue and some new national rules, this now risks being somewhere in the range 730-770 homes per year. This is still less than 945, but I have called for and we have now commissioned some external advice to see if it can be reduced further. Second, the housing number is used to determine how many greenfield sites need to be allocated. Council Officers not Councillors have suggested that there should be no new homes imposed on Sherfield village. However, away from the village, they have also suggested that (1) c. 150 homes are built at Redlands (on the A33); and (2) c. 800 homes should be added onto Chineham (Razors Farm and Cufaude Farm, on the other side of Taylors Farm). I shall say it again I will continue to strive for the lowest number of homes in our area. This means finding other sites for housing. The Manydown Executive Committee, of which I am Chairman, has now promoted the land to the West of Basingstoke for development, which means that housing can be spread more evenly around the Town Officers suggest over 3000 homes on Manydown.

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We have to be realistic though this doesnt mean well get away without any homes in our locality. We will have to choose what is most important to us. If you had to choose, would you rather Redlands or Cufaude Farm was built on? Redlands would have a more obvious impact on the landscape, but Cufaude Farm would mean more homes. This is not an easy choice, but it is exactly the sort of decision that will have to be made. Please let me know your viewpoint. As ever, a full update on my work is online (tellRanil.com) and, if I can help in any way, please do not hesitate to contact me.

E: ranil@nehc.org.uk | T: 01256 636500 | W: tellRanil.com |

Beat Officers Report: Speed Enforcement: No speed enforcement was carried out in December due to annual leave. The equipment has gone to be calibrated. Vehicle Crime There were five incidents in December: theft of number plates, and other various items.

Beat surgeries
It has been decided to postpone beat surgeries for three months. The reasons behind this are: Its rare for someone to call in at a beat surgery to report something. There are several other ways to get in touch with the beat team. If there is a particular need for a beat surgery, then one could be arranged. I am happy to hear from you if you feel the beat surgeries should continue and your reasons. The issue will be reviewed in March and I will update you as to what decision is made. Report incidents to 101 Thank you. Mandy Jewell 07554 775617 mandy.jewell@hampshire.pnn.police.uk
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STRATFIELD SAYE RESIDENTS

Unfortunately, despite several requests for helpers to deliver the Loddon Link, no new people have come forward. While the current volunteers do their best to reach all homes please note copies of the Loddon Link will be left in 4 places around the hamlets for people to collect a copy : The Iron Duke St Marys Church Porch The Village Hall, New St. The Wellington Farm Shop
Lodd on

LINK

Don't forget the coffee mornings held monthly on the first Monday of the month in the Village Hall at 11.00a.m (4th February, 4th March, 8th April etc) All welcome to pop in for a chat. Thank You Penny Mayo Parish Clerk

Sherfield Village Hall / Short Mat Bowls

Short Mat Bowling was introduced into The Sherfield Village Hall in 1997 and we are affiliated to the England Short Mat Bowls Association (E.S.M.B.A.). Through the years The Sherfield Village Short Mat Bowls Club, (S.V.S.M.B.C.) have been involved in many leagues and competitions with varying results. They have also run various competitions and friendly matches in the Village Hall. These, although sometimes hard work, are great fun both for our own members and visiting clubs. This 2012-13 season we have entered the 'Thursday Two Triple Short Mat League' in which we currently hold top spot by 18 clear points. Whilst we like to remain competitive, we do not lose sight of the fact that it is a fun game that can be enjoyed no matter what standard you are. To this end we hold a ' Roll Up ' on Friday afternoons where anyone can come along and join in. We really like to see new faces. Contact Norman Stanley (01256) 881021for more information
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Christmas is Over but People still need Foodbanks

YOU can help by buying just one item when you visit the Village Shop in Sherfield and giving it to the Foodbank Box (which is kept behind the counter) for the Basingstoke Foodbank Here is a list of suitable items: Milk(UHT or powdered), Sugar, Fruit juice (carton), Soup, Beans /Spaghetti in Sauce, Tinned vegetables or Tomatoes or Rice Pudding or Meat or Fish or Fruit, Cereals, Tea Bags/Inst. coffee, Rice /Pasta, Jam, Biscuits or snack bars. UK Foodbanks The Trussell Trust is a Christian charity which organises the Foodbanks. It does not affiliate itself with any political party and receives no government funding. It is non-judgemental and inclusive, providing assistance to people who are found to be in genuine need, people of all backgrounds and of all faiths or none. 13 million people live below the poverty line in the UK. Every day people in the UK go hungry for reasons ranging from redundancy to receiving an unexpected bill on a low income. Trussell Trust foodbanks provide a minimum of three days emergency food and support to people experiencing crisis in the UK. In 2011-12 foodbanks fed 128,687 people nationwide, in 2012-13 we anticipate this number will rise to over 230,000. Rising costs of food and fuel combined with static income, high unemployment and changes to benefits are causing more and more people to come to foodbanks for help. The Trussell Trust partners with churches and communities. Our own community can contribute when we buy just one item when we are shopping at our local village store. Desperate times... Quotes from Foodbank users

We had to borrow a tin of soup from next

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door to stop our 18-month-old daughter from going to bed hungry. If there was no Foodbank Id have to steal something to feed my family.
Foodbanks help prevent crime, housing loss, family breakdown and mental health problems. A simple box of food makes a big difference. All food is donated by the public and sorted by volunteers. Frontline care professionals such as doctors and social workers identify people in crisis and issue a food voucher. Clients receive three days of nutritionally balanced, non-perishable food in The Foodbank at The Shop in Sherfield exchange for their food voucher. Foodbanks also make time to chat and to signpost clients to other helpful services. Why do people need emergency food? Today people across the UK will struggle to feed themselves and their families. Redundancy, illness, benefit delay, domestic violence, debt, family breakdown and paying for the additional costs of heating during winter are just some of the reasons why. Whats in a Foodbox? Each Foodbox contains a minimum of three days nutritionally balanced, non-perishable food. Foodbanks rely on the support of local communities.

Thank you for helping make thousands of Christmases happier!

27,000 people received emergency food in the two weeks before Christmas. Thank you for helping stop hunger at Christmas!' The Trussell Trust is delighted to have won a prestigious Charity Times 'Charity of the Year' award in 2012 Over 100,000 Britons have received emergency food from our Foodbanks in the last six months.
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WIN BRUCE.
Joyce, Kay and Lynn would like to thank you all for your care and support at this sad time. Thank you also for your prayers, cards and messages of sympathy which have given them such comfort. They would also like to thank Bob for all his help and for being such a tower of strength. Win was a long serving member of the Loddon Valley Link committee giving much of his time taking care of the finances. His advice was instrumental in the committee's decision to have the magazine printed professionally. Prior to this he gave a great deal of his time helping with the magazine print run as well as the collation and distribution of the magazine. His presence and wise council in committee will be sorely missed.

Pip Iles and Donald Dawson on behalf of the Link Committee

Childrens Society Boxes

It seems impossible that a year has elapsed since we last put this message in The Link. It is time to recall the Childrens Society Boxes again so would all box holders be kind enough to return them to St. Leonard's on Sunday,3rd February, or Sunday 10th February. If this is a problem please call Jeannette on 882753 and I will be pleased to make alternative arrangements. Thank you in anticipation of your help. Neville Biden and Jeannette Kirby

The NHS Trust

Public governors are elected to the Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust by their fellow members. Their job is to represent the interests of local people and contribute to the Foundation Trusts strategy. Foundation Trust membership is free and open to anyone over 16. The governors, would be delighted to attend meetings of local groups to explain our role and talk about developments at your local hospitals. Wed like to invite everyone living in our area to be part of a community of thousands of members of Hampshire Hospitals. All the governors are listed on the website www.hampshirehospitals.nhs.uk along with details about membership and how to join. The Governors. Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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Basingstoke Caf Scientifique Press Release Please Dont Buy an Electric Car!

Monday 28th January 2013 at 7.30pm Lobby Bar, Central Studio, Queen Marys College
Caf Scientifique is a place where, for the price of a cup of coffee or a glass of wine, anyone can come to explore the latest ideas in science and technology. Details of future Caf Scientifique talks in Basingstoke and surrounding areas are in the events diary on: www.cafesci-basingstoke.org.uk. You can also sign up for email reminders of future meeting dates and topics by joining our free Meetup Group at: www.meetup.com/cafescibasingstoke. Further information from: Bob Clifford Tel: 01256 400678 or 07811 289586 E-mail: bob_clifford@email.com

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Happy Faces Playgroup

Sherfield-on-Loddon Bring your happy face to our
happy place

A small, friendly playgroup for children aged 2 years 6 months to school age Flexible Sessions including all day

F or further information, please contact us o n

F or a prospectus/ application fo rm, contact

01256 880903

07791 141176 01256 883162

E-mai l: happyfaces playgroup@hotmai l.co.uk Websi te: www .happy-faces -playgroup.co.uk

Est. 1982

Charity No. 1029688

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M.W (Building Contractors) Ltd General Builders maintenance & repairs painting & decorating electrical incl. appliance testing plumbing & heating purpose made joinery stockist of rockery stone Tel: 01256 882736 / 882368 / 0836 626323

J Cook Landscapes
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Sherfield on Loddon Village Hall Reg. Charity No. 272385 Tel: 01256 883624 Email: info@sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk

OLDE TYME MUSIC HALL

SOLD OUT! An evening of saucy entertainment was greatly enjoyed by the audience when The Olde Tyme Players brought their show to the village hall on Saturday 5th January. This professional fast-paced show, with quick-fire stunning costume changes, comedy monologues and period scenery, delivered a nostalgic evening of songs and cheeky humour. The event was run as a fundraiser by The Friends of Sherfield Village Hall and sponsored by Hampshire Arts Hog the Limelight. We do hope you will support the next Hog the Limelight event on Saturday 9th March - 52 Skidoo 1920s Harlem Swing Band.

ON A TREASURER HUNT!
Sadly our Honorary Treasurer, Garry Marshall, will be standing down from his position shortly so we are seeking to fill this position as soon as possible. The committee would like to thank Garry for the significant contribution he has made to the management of the Hall finances over the past four years. We will all miss his presence and advice on the committee. If you have experience of finance, an interest in community work and would like to help manage a village charity, then please get in touch with us. This voluntary role would involve a few hours a week (flexible and home-based) and attending monthly evening meetings. If you are interested in applying or know someone who may be interested please contact Bruce Jones, Secretary of the Village Hall Management Committee, on 07785 306748 or email: sherfield@hotmail.com

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Sat 2nd February - Barn Dance Sat 9th February - PoSH Coffee Morning For information on clubs and groups, events & booking the hall, visit:

www.sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk
At the heart of our community for over 100 years
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Selling a vast range of groceries including: Local Bakery bread & Cakes Market fresh fruit & veg Quality fresh meat & poultry Excellent selection of Wine Beer Spirits & Tobacco
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www.LoddonValleyLink.hampshire.org.uk ASH BROOK FUNERAL DIRECTORS & MONUMENTAL MASONS

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Director Day or night we provide a complete personal, caring & professional service for all your funeral requirements Dignified funeral service 895 plus disbursements Please call Terina on 01256 881002 Ash Lane, Silchester, RG7 2NL www.ashbrookfunerals.co.uk

Art for children and adults at Sherfield Village Hall

From Tuesday 26th February local artist Louise Hight will be teaching weekly art classes at Sherfield Hall to children and adults. She has produced work for the commercial and fine art industries for over 30 years, having studied art and design at Kingston to Degree level. She worked as a graphic designer for fifteen years before training in fine art and as a teacher. She has exhibited work locally and taught art to adults at a local art centre and to children as Head of Art at Daneshill School. Louise is offering 2 classes, Painting and Drawing for adults to run on Tuesdays from 2.30pm to 4.30pm and Kids Art Club ( age 7 to 11 ) to run on Tuesdays from 5pm to 6pm. The classes offer a fun, friendly and creative environment for all abilities, where you will have the opportunity to explore your creativity under supportive guidance. Demonstrations and one-to-one tuition form the basis for learning techniques and you will then be encouraged to experiment and develop your personal artwork.

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It all happens in the garden!

I had the pleasure of attending the Loddon players latest production last month. Joking Apart is the 21st play written by Alan Ayckbourne. It has an interesting setting, in that the play, unusually, spans a period of 12 years and is set in the garden with its tennis court. This offers some challenges to the staging, which was impressively accomplished in the village hall. Whod have thought you could get a tennis court in there? To cap it all we were even treated to a firework display! The play introduces us to Richard and Anthea, the perfect couple, and takes us through their perfect lives as their imperfect circle of friends disintegrates around them. Sven cant match Richards easy success. Brian is in love with Anthea (unrequited). Hugh falls in love with Anthea (unrequited). You get the idea. Their partners become bitter and depressed, while Richard and Anthea remain largely oblivious to the tension surrounding them. Not only was this a well judged performance all round, but the play presented some hilarious moments, with Svens appearance on stage (almost) in his tennis gear one that Im still trying to forget. Nick Robinsons directorial debut was memorable for all the right reasons and I can thoroughly recommend an evening out with the players. We mustn't forget the helpers and the fish and chip supper went down well too. Reported by Simon Boase Next production:
"STEEL MAGNOLIAS" by Robert Harling Thurs 2nd, Fri 3rd & Sat 4th May 2013.

http://www.loddonplayersatsherfield.co.uk

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Live at Sherfield Village Hall

BARN DANCE with Pitchfork Saturday 2 nd Feb 2013

Ticket 15 inc. Fish & Chip Supper Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Hall Cash Bar
For table reservation call 01256 880075 tickets@sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk & The SHOP

8:00 - 12:00

Live at Sherfield Village Hall

52 Skidoo 3-piece 1920s Harlem Swing Band

Visit the era of prohibition, speakeasys, Vaudeville, & hot jazz. Sit and listen or dance to classics like Aint misbehaving, The Joint is Jumpin, Your Feets Too Big and Sweet Georgia Brown.

Saturday 9th March 7:00pm

American-Italian style pizza & salads served at 7:15pm Ticket: 12.50 Cash Bar Smart Casual or 1920s America optional
For table reservation please call: 01256 880075
tickets@sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk & THE SHOP

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Carl Fanning
The Village Decorator Decorating the Loddon Valley Area Painter and Decorator Local Tradesman with 25 years experience Decorating local properties since 1980 A Dulux Trade Member Good quality Trade Paints used Internal and external decorating Free estimates - advice on colour and paints Full liability cover - all work is guaranteed

Telephone: Carl on 01189 424 883 or 0795 266 1965

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Evergreens Club - Reported by May MacQueen

During the month of December we had our Christmas party and were entertained by the children from Daneshill School who sang carols . We then had mince pies, cake and tea before ending with a raffle with lots of goodies to win. On the 10th December some of the members travelled to Bashley Park by coach to have Christmas lunch and entertainment by the Old Tyme Players. Our first meeting for 2013 on the 7th January was a quiz devised by Gwen Hunt and won by Sylvia Miles. Discussion also took place about our programme for 2013 and various suggestions were put forward by our chairperson and also a river cruise for August was agreed. Tea and a raffle followed The next meeting is on the 4th February and is our AGM. also a reminder that we now meet from 1.30pm to 3.45pm

The Womens Institute - Reported by Ilene Iles

Both our December and January Meetings were chaired by our President, Dee Bulpitt, who welcomed everyone, firstly to our Visitors and Members to our Christmas Party in December, and to our Members to the January Meeting. The usual Business matters were reported and discussed at each Meeting. Dee reminded those present about the trip to the National Needlework Archive in Greenham Common on the 20th February and Val mentioned our Annual Lunch at BCOT on the 13th February. In December we were treated to a very amusing talk and demonstration by Terri Reid entitled WWII Make do and Mend with a Christmas Theme. In January we were given a very interesting and informative talk on Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney by Lucy Watson, a Solicitor who lives in Sherfield, and her colleague. Before the talk, Members were provided with a lunch of soup and sandwiches and after the talk, enjoyed a cup of tea and biscuits. NEXT MEETING: WEDNESDAY, 13TH FEBRUARY 2013 (2ND WEDNESDAY). LUNCH AT BCOT AT 12 NOON FOLLOWED BY BUSINESS MEETING AT APPROXIMATELY 2-2.30 P.M. IN SHERFIELD VILLAGE HALL.
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IN THE GARDEN
Winter is the time to step back and evaluate Many people think that gardening stops at this time of year. Whilst activity certainly reduces (especially when fingers have gone numb!), there are still plenty of jobs to be done. Winter is an important time for taking stock, assessing what worked and what didnt and planning for the year ahead. Now is the time to look critically at your borders and ask tough questions: Has that shrub got too big? Do I really like that plant I got on sale for 50p? Didnt those two clash? Do I really need 15 daylilies? This is the point where, if you havent made notes or taken photos during the year, youll wish you had. These can be invaluable when staring at a bit of bare soil thinking, What on earth was growing there? The mind plays tricks too, persuading you that what was there was half the size. Surely room to squeeze in another dahlia?! With the structure of the garden laid bare it is much easier to see how a bit of re-jigging could improve matters. Thinning out and letting more air circulate between plants will help prevent mildew and fungal infections. Lifting and dividing perennial plants gives them a new lease of life and new plants can then be grown from the leftovers. Lets face it, the sight of a neglected shrub with long leafless branches and a forlorn flower hanging on grimly at the end is never a good one. Strategic pruning of dormant trees and shrubs in winter allows you not only to control the shape and size of the plant but also to vastly improve flowering and fruiting. And if youre thinking theres still loads of time for all that, just remember that when winter comes, spring isnt far behind...... ....an occasional gardening article from Jane Jordan

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Sherfield Park Community Association (SPCA)

Licence to Occupy The extension to the Licence to Occupy covering the Community Centre expired 31/12/12. Following initial discussions with Basingstoke and Dean Borough Council (BDBC) we have agreed that as we are planning to incorporate the Community Centre and the Football Fields (see item 2 below) in a single lease, a short delay in completing the combined lease agreement is considered acceptable. Football Fields BDBC has confirmed that they have concluded their negotiations with Croudace Homes Ltd for the purchase of the football fields adjacent to the Community Centre. Discussions will begin in early January with BDBC and our Association on arrangements for the SPCA to manage and operate the football fields and associated change rooms. Opposition Razor`s Farm An opposition group STAND AGAINST RAZOR`S FARM (SARF) has been formed by residents of Sherfield Park to oppose the proposed development by Croudace Homes Ltd to construct 425 houses opposite Sherfield Park on Razor`s Farm on Cufaude Lane. The SPCA is supporting the residents in opposing this development which, if completed will create a major traffic problem as it is anticipated that the traffic on the proposed development will use Sherfield Park as a quick and convenient way to access the A33. Chineham Parish Council held a public meeting on Tuesday 8 January at the Christ Church Chineham to listen to the views of those who may be affected by this development.

David Leivesley

6 January 2013

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Our February speaker on Monday 18th is Kelvin Mason who will talk to us about Vegetable Growing. Kelvin is a lecturer from the horticulture department at Sparsholt College, Secretary of the Hants Federation of Horticultural Societies, and an established garden club speaker. He has a detailed knowledge of soil structure and soil preparation and will be giving us lots of advice on digging, seed selection, sowing and aftercare. A must for those of you with vegetable gardens and allotments. Continuing the grow your own theme, on Monday 18th March, our speaker is Peter Barwick. Peter worked for many years in the commercial soft fruit industry and later was head gardener at Blackmoor Nurseries, so he is just the man to talk to us about Growing Soft Fruit. Anyone interested in gardening will be most welcome to join us at the Sherfield Village Hall at 7:45pm. For arrangements contact: Linda on 882341 or Vanessa on 881760

Seeking a Venue for your Party, Reception, Craft Fair or Club meeting.... then look no further.....

Sherfield-on-Loddon Village Hall is the place for you!

For further information on availability, charges and bookings contact Loraine Smith, Hall Manager. Tel: 01256 883624 Email: info@sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk Web: www.sherfieldvillagehall.co.uk

Its Time to Plant!

Please remember Percy's Plant Sale Now is the time to start planting seeds to be ready for May 11th. The Plant Sale will take place in the Village Hall - a confirmed booked.
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Updated May 2012: The STD code is 01256, unless otherwise stated. Bruce Batting Chris Horton Dawn Vernon Sue Handasyde-Dick Revd. Bob Politt Geoff Belsham Father Dominic Golding Bryan Jenkins Andy Stevens Paul Baldwin Jean Berntsen Fred Berntsen Gary Spencer Peggy Hutchins Chris Horton Pris ORourk (See back pages ) Helen Belsham Gill Fearon Penny Mayo Sheila Campbell (Chair) Julie Collins (Clerk) Mandy Jewell Police Control Room Natalie Larner Doreen Tosswill Bruce Batting Linda Syckelmoore Natalie Larner Norman Stanley Judith Sullivan Jane Jordan Bruce Batting Virgilius Vickers Val Denny Loraine Smith Bruce Batting Alan Ball 882605 882426 882693 882337 882209 882534 465214 881938 882414 881973 882798 882798 882597 880903 882426 881839 882534 882106 01189 332 379 882351 473927 07554 775617 0845 045 45 45 880075 882210 882344 882605 882341 880075 881021 883551 880852 882605 882453 882410 883624 882605 883838 Allotments. Basingstoke Gazette. Bingo. Brownies. St. Leonards Church. Breach Lane Chapel. Catholic Church Clift Surgery Patient Group Cricket Club (Sherfield) Cricket Club (ST & HW) Evergreens. Football (Junior) Football (Seniors) Happy Faces Playgroup Loddon Players Loddon Quilters Loddon Valley Link. Lunch Club. NWR. Stratfield Saye P. Council. Stratfield Turgis P. Meeting Sherfield Parish Council Police - Local beat officer Police - Report an incident Poppies. Post Office Sher. Community Care Grp Sherfield Fete. Sher. Dist. Gardening Club Sherfield Show. Short Mat Bowls. Toddler Group 0-5s. Tree Warden. Village Green Volunteers. Whist Drive. Womens Institute Village Hall Caretaker/Bookings. Management Committee Fund Raising Committee

Please inform the Editor of changes to the above information.

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Loddon Valley Link Management Committee

Chairman: Deputy Chairman: Treasurer: Dr. Donald Dawson Tel. 01256 882379 dgdawson@sky.com Revd. Bob Politt Tel. 01256 882209 email: bobpolitt@btinternet.com Pip Iles Tel.01256 880559 email: pip.ilene@tiscali.co.uk Pip Iles Tel. 01256 880559 See p. 55 for rates email: pip.ilene@tiscali.co.uk

Advertising enquiries to:

Deadline for ads. for next edition is 10th of February Email for ads: advertising@loddonvalleylink.hampshire.org.uk

Editor for the March edition: Jane Abrams Deadline for copy for the next edition is 16th of February. Email: editor@loddonvalleylink.hampshire.org.uk
Secretary: Ilene Iles Tel. 01256 880559 email: pip.ilene@tiscali.co.uk Hartley Rep.: Dr. John Williams Tel. 01256 882705 email: lawnfarm@aol.com Sherfield Park Rep: Eileen Leivesley Tel: 01256 882938 email: eileen.leivesley@sky.com Stratfield Saye Rep: Germano Giugovaz Tel: 01189 332166 Editor: Claire Osborne Tel. 01256 324458 email: guyclaire@tiscali.co.uk Editor: Simon Boase Tel: 01256 881250 email: sibo999@gmail.com Editor: Brian Archer Tel. 01256 882099 email: brianarcher@btinternet.com Editor: Jane Abrams Tel. 01256 881188 email: jheath2226@yahoo.co.uk
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Rector: Reverend Bob Politt Tel: 01256 882209 Kindly note: the Rectors day off is Thursday Assistant Priest: Rev. Sammie Armstrong Tel: 01189 816593 Licensed Readers: Richard Elphick Tel. 01256 882860 Dr. John Williams Tel. 01256 882705 ST. LEONARDS CHURCH, SHERFIELD ON LODDON Churchwardens: Peter Gould Tel. 01256 882538 Steve Hemmings Tel: 01256 882523 Treasurer: Dan Farrow Tel. 01256 882680 Organists: Mike Abrams Tel. 01256 881188 Brian Archer Tel. 01256 882099 Peggy Willson Tel. 01256 880503 ST. MARYS CHURCH, STRATFIELD SAYE Churchwarden: Dr. John Williams Tel. 01256 882705 Treasurer: Charles Atkinson Tel: 01256 882459 Organist Dr. Gill Williams Tel. 01256 882705 ST. MARYS CHURCH, HARTLEY WESPALL Churchwarden: Pip Iles Tel. 01256 880559 Treasurer: Michael Webster Tel. 01256 882413 Organists: Dr. Gill Williams Tel. 01256 882705 Andrew Doggart Tel: 01256 880092 ADVERTISING IN THIS MAGAZINE AND INCLUDED IN THE MAGAZINE ONLINE Small ads are 5 monthly for a maximum of 30 words, space permitting. Requests are dealt with in order. Display ads. Contact Pip Iles for prices (contact details on Previous page) Please note: the Loddon Valley Link Management Committee cannot be held responsible for the reliability or quality of any goods, work or services offered in any advertisement in this publication.

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