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SHOP There is still time to get the
odd Christmas Pudding in the Village Shop There is also a microwave
installed to warm up those pies and pasties. OPENING
HOURS OVER CHRISTMAS The shop will be closed
Christmas Day , Boxing Day & New Years Day - opening in the
mornings for the rest of the holiday:- details posted in the shop &
outside. CAROLS ON CHRISTMAS
EVE Traditional Carols in the
Village Hall at 4.30pm with mulled wine & mince pies - the
perfect start to Christmas. THE PLOUGH OPENING
HOURS OVER CHRISTMAS
CHRISTMAS LUNCH AT
THE PLOUGH There are still
one or two places available . If you haven’t already booked , do so
quickly . £40.pp . Phone:- 01494-774408 or email:-
j.dashwood@btinternet.com
STEVE EPPS Pam and Steve would like to say
a big “thank you” to everybody for all the messages, cards and offers of
help following the complications after Steve’s hip replacement operation.
It has been quite overwhelming and makes us realise how lucky we are to
live in Hyde Heath. CHRISTMAS CHURCH
SERVICES
BOXING DAY WALK This popular walk organised by
Jeremy Harford starts from the Flag Pole on the Common at 10am. A circular
route of 3-4 miles , stopping half way for refreshments of mince pies and
mulled wine. Everyone welcome. SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM:
This weeks driver is
Mary Collins. AND FINALLY ….
from your dedicated Newsletter team of Chris
Sargeant and myself :-We Wish You A Very Happy Christmas and Prosperous
New Year.
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
VILLAGE SHOP Lots of Christmas Goodies
available in the shop now & order your Turkey. Delicious Christmas
Puddings, Mince Pies, Cards, Wrapping Paper , not forgetting the Christmas
Stamps. Also – HOT DRINKS & SOUPS
AVAILABLE - Please try them & spread
the word ! BRAZILS AT
WAR - SATURDAY 13th
DECEMBER 2014 Annie Hamilton-Pike has written
and will present this truly moving story of her relations who served in
WW1. They faced unimaginable conditions during their service in
France and Salonika. There will be pictures, music and poetry woven
into this very personal account which so many families experienced. Tickets £8 ( to include tea,
coffee or wine) available from Annie on 01494-786220 AMERSHAM BAND
CONCERT - SUNDAY 14th
DECEMBER 2014-12-10 This will take place at 3pm in
the Amersham Free Church . Admission on the door £5 to include mince pies,
tea/coffee/soft drink. All 3 Bands will take part in this annual concert
which is always of a high standard and entertaining. HAND BELL CHOIR Meet this Friday at 7.45pm in
the Little Church by The School. Following the first public engagement at
the Shop Bazaar, we welcome 2 new ringers who will be joining us for the
first time CHRISTMAS DAY AT
THE PLOUGH Steve, Jo, Andy and Jason will be serving
Christmas Lunch again this year. Please check with Steve that there are
places still available . Price per person is £24.95p and the menu is
available in The Plough. CHRISTMAS SERVICES
4.00 pm St. Johns Ambulance Carol Service. All Welcome Sunday 21st
Dec 10.00 am Lessons
& Carols at St.Andrews. Hyde Heath
6.00 pm 9 Lessons & Carols by Candlelight
followed by mulled wine & mince pies at BOXING DAY WALK This popular walk organised by Jeremy Hartford to
walk off the excesses of Christmas Day starts from the Flag Pole on
the Common at 10am. A circular route of 3-4 miles stopping half way to
replenish the energy levels with hot punch and mince pies generously
supplied by Jeremy. Everyone welcome. SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM:
Your driver this week is Derek Faversham.
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
VILLAGE SHOP Last Saturday’s Shop Xmas
Bazaar was a great success. The launching of the Hand Bell Choir was
favourably received and resulted in an additional 2 village members
wishing to join.
There is a great selection of
Christmas Goodies in the shop. Wrapping paper , Cards , Stamps plus
Turkeys to be ordered. I have tried a Christmas Pudding - truly delicious
! BRAZILS AT
WAR - SATURDAY 13TH
DECEMBER. Annie Hamilton-Pike has written
and will present this truly moving story of her relations who served in
WW1, facing unimaginable conditions during service in France and Salonika.
Pictures, music and poetry weave this very personal account which so many
families experienced . Tkts £8 (to include tea, coffee or wine) available
from Annie on 01494-786220 AMERSHAM BAND
CONCERT - SUNDAY 14TH
DECEMBER 3pm in Amersham Free
Church. £5 entry includes mince pies, tea/coffee/ soft drink.
All 3 Bands take part in this annual concert which is always of a high
standard and entertaining. CHRISTMAS AT THE
PLOUGH Steve, Jo, Andy and Jason
will be serving Christmas Lunch again this year. The enticing menu priced
at a very reasonable £24.95. To reserve your table phone :-
01494-774408 or email:
j.dashwood@btinternet.com
. Menu’s available in The Plough. Opening times will be
circulated thru’ the Newsletter nearer the date. CHRISTMAS SERVICES Sunday 14th
December 10.30am Family Carol Communion. Lt. Missenden Church
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4.00
pm
St. Johns Ambulance Carol Service. All welcome. Sunday 21st
December
6.00 pm Nine Lessons and Carols by Candlelight
followed by
Mulled wine & Mince Pies.
at Lt.Missenden Church Sunday 21st
December
10.00 am Lessons & Carols at
St.Andrews Church.Hyde Heath Tuesday 24th
December
4.30 pm Children’s Crib & Gift
Service. Lt.Missenden
11.30
pm Midnight Mass with
Carols from 11pm Christmas Day
8.00 am Holy Communion.
Lt.Missenden
10.30
am Christmas Parish
Communion. Lt.Missenden
9.15
am Christmas Morning
Communion . Hyde Heath SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM :
Your driver this week is
Marian Dickson
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
VILLAGE SHOP CHRISTMAS BAZAAR
There will be a variety of 20 stall holders
displaying their goods and willing to take your money whilst you rest your
feet with coffee and cake . Hot bacon rolls provided by The Plough. The
newly formed Hand Bell Choir will be giving their first public performance
and the children of the School will also entertain. PARISH QUIZ NIGHT
Takes place this Saturday 29th
November in LITTLE MISSENDEN VILLAGE HALL at 7pm. Supper will
be served at 7.30pm. Licensed Bar and Raffle. Tickets available on
01494-862008 e-mail
www.lmchurch.org
or by signing the list in the Church Porch. Having spent your money
in the morning , go along and sharpen your little grey cells as well as
enjoying another social occasion. This is what Village Life is all about. BRAZILS OF AMERSHAM
Our resident “luvvie” Annie- Hamilton-Pike
proudly presents “THE BRAZILS OF AMERSHAM IN THE GREAT WAR”. On
Saturday 13th
December in the Village Hall at 2.30pm and 7.30pm. Tickets £8 ( to include
coffee, tea or wine) available on 01494-786220.
This moving story of Annie’s Aunt and Uncle who
served in World War 1 will include, music, pictures and poetry.
Takes place on Sunday 14th
December at 3pm in Amersham Free Church . Admission on the door £5. price
includes mince pies , tea/coffee/soft drink.
CHRISTMAS AT THE
PLOUGH There are a few place
still available for Christmas Lunch . An enticing menu priced very
reasonably at £24.95p. Phone 01494-774408 e.mail:
j.dashwood@btinternet.com
Don’t leave it too late and be disappointed – pick up your menu from The
Plough.
SHOPPING BUS TO
CHESHAM : Your driver this
week is Melissa Laing
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582 VILLAGE SHOP VILLAGE HALL One event hopefully to be
repeated. YE OLDE TYME
MUSICAL Get into your appropriate
costume and go along for a jolly good sing. PARISH QUIZ NIGHT Sharpen your little grey cells
as well as enjoying a meal and social occasion. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR This annual Village Shop
Christmas Bazaar takes place on Saturday 29th
November 09.30am – 12 noon. The hall absolute buzzes with activity with
many stall holders. Teas Coffees & Cakes on sale – – plus hot
bacon rolls provided by The Plough outside on the new patio. The
newly formed Hand Bell Choir will be giving their very first public
performance and the children from The School will also entertain you.
Quite a lot to enjoy in the Village on a Saturday morning. VILLAGE FETE Following a very encouraging
turn out for the support of the main event for the Village, a further
meeting is being arranged to agree & allocate pivotal roles . As
with any organisation for a big event the task is made that much
easier with a team effort. Lets make this once a year
event our best ever !
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
VILLAGE SHOP With the repairs & alterations
now almost complete and the new-look frontage, there is now a working
coffee machine , serving tea, coffee, hot chocolate and Bovril. Also in
the pipeline is a Microwave for hot pies etc. VILLAGE HALL The third of the “Pop-Up”
Restaurants takes place this Saturday evening at 8pm. The feed-back has been very
complimentary and I look forward to enjoying an evening of gastronomic
delights.
The ladies meet tonight at 8pm
for their Annual General Meeting. There will be no guest speaker
this evening .
Meet this Friday 14th
at 7.45pm in The Little Church by The School. We have our first
public engagement on Saturday 29th
at the Shop Bazaar. So no pressure. Just nerves! YE OLDE TYME
MUSIC HALL This ever-popular event
takes place on FRIDAY 21st
and SATURDAY 22ND
. Tickets are available from Barbara Cann.on 01494-783254 . £15 pp to
include supper, There will be a licensed bar and raffle. PARISH QUIZ NIGHT Will take place on
Saturday 29th
November in LITTLE MISSENDEN VILLAGE HALL at 7pm. Supper will be
served at 7.30pm. Licensed Bar and Raffle. Tickets available on
01494-862008. email:
www.lmchurch.org
or by signing the list in the Church Porch. VILLAGE SHOP CHRISTMAS BAZAAR Saturday 29th
November 09.30am – 12noon. The hall absolutely buzzes with
activity with many stall holders , music, refreshments. The Plough will be
serving hot bacon rolls outside on the patio. A spot of singing from the
school choir & first appearance of the handbell team ! See you there ! SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM Your driver this week is
Melissa Laing.
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
VILLAGE HALL The second of the “Pop-Up
Restaurants takes place this Saturday evening at 8pm. The third one
is on Saturday 15th
November. I would have liked to have had some information on the
success of the 1st
one on Saturday, but no report has been sent. W.I. The ladies will meet on
Thursday 13th
November and this will be their Annual General Meeting. New members
are always welcome . HAND BELLS Meet again on Friday 14th
November at 7.45pm at The Little Church by The School. Steady progress and confidence
continues to improve under the baton of Ruth Groves. Yes, folks it is that
time of year again when the society comes together to entertain you in the
traditional Music Hall fashion. Don your waistcoats , top hats , feathered
hats and long skirts and join them on FRIDAY 21st
and SATURDAY 22ND
NOVEMBER at 8pm in The Village Hall. Tickets £15 to include supper,
licensed bar and raffle, available from your very own Barbara Cann
01494-783254 PARISH QUIZ NIGHT Will take place on Saturday 29th
November in LITTLE MISSENDEN VILLAGE HALL at 7pm. Supper will be
served at 7.30pm. Licensed Bar. Raffle . Tickets £12 on 01494-862008.
email:www.lmchurch.org or by signing the list in the church porch. SHOP BAZAAR This ever popular annual event takes place
on Saturday 29th
November . Doors open at 09.30am – 12noon. There is a lot of talent on
display and for purchasing, so do make the effort to go along and be
surprised. Also hot Bacon Rolls on the patio courtesy of The Plough ! THAMES VALLEY ALERT Reams of information have been received this week
emphasising the necessity to safeguard your property and vehicles.
Garages in particular have been targeted along with thefts from vehicles –
even locked ones – where tradesmens tools may be kept overnight.
Please be vigilant. SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM
We welcome Marian Dickson as your new driver
this week.
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
HALLOWEEN AND BONFIRE
NIGHT We want everyone celebrating
these 2 events to have a good time, however anti-social behaviour of any
kind will be reported to the Police Enquiry Centre on 101 or 999 if
it is really serious. There will be posters displayed
in some senior citizens windows requesting that they are not to be
disturbed by “Trick or Treat”. Please respect this request and any
door bells which go unanswered.
THAMES VALLEY ALERT
SHOP It is not too late for the last
minute purchases of Halloween items. Sorry to report that all the
pumpkins have been sold . Local produce is in abundance
and we thank our horticultural residents for their contributions. VILLAGE FETE There will be a meeting
in The Plough on Monday November 3rd
at 8pm to discuss the strategy of the next Village Fete. David
Coulton who spearheads this annual event needs many willing and helping
hands to achieve and maintain the high standard to which we as a village
have become accustomed. If you can help in anyway, no matter how
small the input, please attend the meeting or contact David with any
offer of assistance. RAY CHALLENOR Ray is making steady progress
after major surgery. It is encouraging to see him out taking a short
walk . Ray has been totally involved in the village over many years
and we send our continued good wishes to both him and Rowena. SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM
This weeks driver is Derek Faversham.
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
SHOP The new
shop door has now been fitted and the work is
almost complete. As
Halloween approaches they are stocking many items for this event ,
including locally grown Pumpkins.
HALLOWEEN
FLYER This evening
is fast approaching and with it brings concerns for senior members of our
village. There is a poster available from Thames Valley Alert to display
in your window requesting that the household displaying the poster should
not be disturbed. Please respect this request. You will need to register
with the Thames Valley Alert web-site, which is free to everyone. This
site will also send out regular notifications of any activities around the
local area . Well worth 2mins of your time to do this.
HAND BELLS The
Hand Bell Choir meet this THURSDAY
EVENING at 7.45pm
in the Little Church by the school.
W.I. Pam
Ruff will be hosting a coffee morning this Friday 24th
October in aid of the Thames Valley and Chiltern Air Ambulance Service.
SCHOOL Breaks
up for half-term on Friday 24th
October at 3pm and returns on Monday 3rd
November. Their Harvest Festival Assembly will take place on 09.30am in
The Village Hall – all parents and grandparents are welcome. Coffee and
cakes will be served by the PTA afterwards in the school hall.
WORKAID This
Charity is based in Chesham, which strictly speaking, is out of our
Newsletter area. They have a dedicated team of volunteers who repair tools
of all kinds, sewing and knitting machines which are then sent out to
Africa. Clothing and old blankets are needed for packing. If you have any
items which could be of
use please contact Rosa Maria , 24,
Walnut Way
tel: 01494-775220
or take them directly to Workaid in
Townsend Road, Chesham.
Volunteers are always needed to assist
in any way. SHOPPING BUS
TO CHESHAM
This weeks driver will be Mary Collins
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
PARISH NEWS This Friday October 17th Lt. Missenden Church is hosting a Beer and Hymns evening. The simple format of
which is to come and drink beer , wine or soft drinks and sign hymns
by request. The evening will be led by musician and compere and is in aid
of church funds. The event will be held in a heated marquee in the
churchyard. Tickets are £10 to include your first drink and all are warmly
welcome to experience something of an innovation at the church. MUSIC FEST
SATURDAY 18TH
OCTOBER Amersham Band host an
entertaining evening of music and song from the very best of our local
community. Guest player will be Gordon Campbell lead trombonist with the
BBC Big Band. Jackie Palmer Girls’ Choir and the senior boys chamber choir
from the Beacon School. 7.30pm The Elgiva Theatre, Chesham Tickets
£15. Conc: £12.50p: Child £5. CHARITY RUN FOR PEPPER Nell Neale ran a half
marathon on Sunday 4th
October for the Charity Pepper. She completed the course in 2hrs 24 mins ,
which is a very respectable time indeed. She had our greatest admiration
for sheer endurance. QUIZ NIGHT David Coulton and team
were delighted with the attendance at last Saturday’s quiz night and
declared it another resounding success. HALLOWEEN FLYER This evening is fast
approaching and with it brings concerns for the senior members of our
village. There is a poster available from The Thames Valley Police
to display in your window requesting that the household displaying the
poster should not be disturbed. Please respect this request . It can
be downloaded from their web-site. WI Pam Ruff will be hosting a coffee morning on Friday 24th October in aid of the Thames Valley and
Chiltern Air Ambulance Service.
SHOPPING BUS TO
CHESHAM: This weeks driver will be
confirmed on the website
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| The Village Shop would like to invite new members to join the team - both for serving behind the counter and for Newspaper sorting and marking up - early risers especially welcomed - just a few hours a week would make all the difference ! Full details available from Ruth in the shop. |
PRIESTFIELD ARBORETUM LITTLE KINGSHILL
Open Day May 18th 10.30am – 4pm. Admission £2. Guided tours throughout the day of the delightful 6 acre site. The uneven terrain is not suitable for anyone disabled.
The next Bingo session will be on Friday 30th May from 5 – 8pm. Your callers this month will be Jed Miller and Mike Thompson.
The driver of this weeks Shopping Bus is:- Derek Faversham.The cost of the bus is now £3 per trip.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
This Sundays match will be at home to Chartridge starting at 2pm
W. I. THURSDAY 8th MAY
No speaker this month as the evening will be dedicated to the “Resolutions” for the next year. This also gives the members an opportunity for a little longer to socialise.
Only 2 weeks to go and the countdown has started.
Among the many attractions will be the children from the Village School singing and dancing. The PTA will challenge you to “Beat the Goalie” and a “Cannister Game” stall. Weather permitting there will be a Dakota Flypast from the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. Live music with our local maestro of the keyboard, Bob Thompson.
The school will be open for you to look around. A Festival of Flowers in the Church and so much more.
MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK. Volunteers are always needed on the day so please contact David and Ruth Coulton on 01494-774582 to offer your help
THIS IS THE 90th ANNIVERSARY OF OUR HALL. So let’s make it a good one.
THE SHOP AGM WEDNESDAY 14th MAY 8pm
Will take place in The Minstrels Gallery at The Plough .
Nominations for election to the Management Committee have to be lodged at The Shop not less than 7 days prior to the meeting i.e: by 7th May 2014. Forms available in the Shop.
Open day May 18th. 10.30am – 4pm. Admission £2. Guided tours throughout the day of the delightful 6 acres. The uneven terrain is not suitable for the disabled.
The next Bingo session will be on Friday 30th May from 5 – 8pm. Your callers this month will be Jed Miller and Mike Thompson.
The Position of School Crossing Patrol is still unfilled.
The Driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Mary Collins
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
Friday 25th is your regular monthly Bingo Session. Just remind you that each strip of numbers is £1. Supper of Fish and Chips: Chicken and Chips: Egg , Chips and Peas - £6. Your resident callers are Caroline and Johnny Capper.
Takes place on Saturday 26th April at 8pm in Lt. Missenden Village Hall. All proceeds go towards the St. John the Baptist Church Funds. Tickets £15 to include supper and licensed Bar are available on 01494-862008 for email :- office@littlemissendenparish.org.
Their first game of the season is on Sunday 27th April – away- against The Bank of England.
If you are interested in playing please contact Capt. Charlie Samuels on :- 07973-616777 or Vice Capt. Henry Capper on:- 07782-197848
Is almost upon us. Saturday 10th May at 1.30pm.
Many Hands Make Light Work. Volunteers are always needed for this event to take place. If you can help in any way please contact David or Ruth Coulton on:- 01494-775967.
Donations for the following stalls are greatly appreciated:-
WHITE ELEPHANT unwanted gifts.glassware.ornaments.tools.toys.jigsaw etc. But , please not clothing, jumble or electrical goods.
BOOKS & CDs
DONATIONS OF RAFFLE PRIZES.
CAKES.
The Driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Derek Faversham.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
Thank you to all the volunteers who turned out for the Village Litter Pick. Your commitment to keeping our Village clean and tidy was very much appreciated.
Good Friday 2pm Lt. Missenden - Service of Contemplation
Easter Sunday
8.00am Lt. Missenden Holy Communion
10.30am Morning Service
6.00pm Evening Service.
HYDE HEATH CHURCH
9.15am. Holy Communion.
HYDE HEATH CHAPEL
Easter Celebration on Sunday 20th April at 10.45am Speaker: Glynne Hampson
Weather permitting will see a
Flypast by the Dakota of the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
SHOPPING BUS
No bus this week as it is Good Friday.
HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
There will be a litter pick this Saturday 5th April starting at 10am from the Flag Pole
On the Common. All facilities will be provided. We do need volunteers to tidy up the village.
Fly Tipping continues to be a source of some concern. There are now suitable notices to display should anyone be aware of any specific locations which suffer more than most.
Chesham is to received £2.5 million pounds for the Dept of Transport Road Repair Fund of £140 millions pounds . Lets hope this money is used efficiently and in the areas it is most needed.
SHOP
Easter is around the corner and the Shop is now stocking Easter Eggs of all shapes and sizes and Easter Cards. Support your shop and buy locally.
Will be performing in Little Missenden Village Hall on Saturday 26th April at 8pm.
This performance is in aid of the St.John the Baptist Church Funds. Tickets £15 to include supper. Licensed Bar . Tel: 01494-862008 or e-mail:- office@littlemissenden parish.org.
Break up for 2 weeks on Friday 4th April for their Easter Holidays .
The Position of School Crossing Patrol is still vacant. The safety of the children to and from school should be of paramount concern. This small task could easily be shared on a rota basis.
This is now in serious danger of
not running at all. Steve Epps retires at the end of the month and
Charlie Carrington has returned to work. This takes out 2 Fridays every
month. PLEASE , PLEASE if anyone can help even in the short term contact
Derek Faversham on 01494-864677
The Driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Charlie Carrington
(There will be no Newsletter next week - back April 17th)
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
The Cricket Club AGM takes place on Friday 28th March at 8pm in The Minstrels Gallery.
Sunday 30th March is Mothering Sunday. If you haven’t already reserved your table for Sunday lunch do so NOW or you will be disappointed . Phone Steve on 774408.
Thank you to everyone who came along and made it such fun. Check the website for photos.
Easter is not far behind so keep on eye on the new lines which will be coming in .
A new addition for Tim and Nell Neale . Their daughter Chloe gave birth to her first baby . Rory – weighing in at 8lb. 8oz. This makes a total of 7 grandchildren. Congratulations all round.
The driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Mary Collins .
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
Mothers Day approaches and there a cards, chocolates and flower arrangements to tempt you and show your appreciation for your Mother on this special day.
The importance of The Shop is regularly aired in the Newsletter because it is the beating heart of the Village. Have you seriously considered what would happen if the Shop ceased to exist ? Not only does it stock every day provisions, fresh produce along with daily newspapers but provides a wealth of diverse information available from our knowledgeable staff . How often have you heard “who can help me with …” or “do you know where I can find “ My standard reply has always been “ask in the Shop, someone there will know”. It is a business and business thrives on regular trade - please continue to support it and spread the word.
HANDBELL CHOIR
The
first meeting will take place this Friday 21st March at 8pm in
the Vestry of Little Missenden Church. This is a “Meet and Greet” event
where Ruth Groves will introduce us to the principles of handbell ringing
and set in place a rehearsal schedule.
Please feel free to come along and
join us or call Ruth on: 01494-783978
Meet next Wednesday evening at 19.45pm in The Plough for a “70’s Night” themed menu.
Have distributed their March Newsletter. Lots of relevant information and details of the Bus Service – always useful.
On 5th April at 10am there is an organised Litter Pick. All facilities will be provided for the collection at The Flagpole on the Common . Volunteers needed please.
Book your Mothers Day Roast
Dinner NOW. Don’t leave it until the last minute and be disappointed.
Mum deserves a lunchtime meal and a glass of wine. Phone Steve on:
774408.
The Driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Derek Faversham.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
The Village Shop urgently requires a new treasurer. This is an important and satisfying role - PLEASE if anyone can fill this position contact Chris Sargeant or Ruth Coulton in the shop.
Cards and gifts are now available for this important day in the family calendar.
Easter Cards , chocolates and other goodies are there to tempt your taste buds.
Will meet on Wednesday 26th March in the Minstrels Gallery. The theme this month is “70’s Night”. The menu has been circulated and choices required by Sunday 23rd March. Any query regarding the menu , please contact Steve direct on 774408. The evening is open to everyone . Please contact me on 774582 if you wish join us .
Meet this evening . This months speaker is Mr. D . Richards and his talk will be “Titanic” True Story. Anyone who has any memorabilia relating to this historical event , please bring it along.
Another evening of fun and frivolity is scheduled for Friday March 28th. These evenings have proven to be very popular. Tickets £6. to include a supper of Fish and Chips: Chicken and Chips: Egg , Chips and Peas. Your callers this month will be Caroline and Johnny Capper.
Takes place this Saturday 15TH
March from 10am – 1pm. in an effort to attract new volunteers. This is a
National Trust property and various areas and events for children rely
heavily on volunteer support.
The Driver of the Weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is :- Steve Epps.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
The date of the Fete has now reverted to Saturday 10th
May 2014 - not 17th as mentioned last week - please note in your
diaries !
Our Fete is the major fund raising event for the Village Hall to which all proceeds go - without the Fete the viability of the Hall could be in jeopardy.
This year is the 90th anniversary of the Hall and it will be a real community occasion with all organisations taking part. The children of the School will feature prominently with maypole dancing and singing.
Help is needed with setting up, marshalling and clearing – in particular collecting equipment from storage on Friday evening 9th May 6.30pm, Setting up on the common from 8.30am Saturday 10th and clearing from 4.30pm onwards
Many hands really will make light work of all this and
spread the load. Do please let David Coulton know when you are available
on 01494-775967
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Meet next Thursday 13th March - the speaker is Mr. D. Richards on “Titanic” True Story. Anyone who has any memorabilia relating to this historical event please bring it along.
Will meet on Wednesday 26th March in the Minstrels Gallery. The theme for this months meal is a walk down memory lane in “The 70’s". Who remembers the “Berni Inns" ?. If anyone feels inclined to dress accordingly for this occasion, please do so. Get your flower-power shirts out chaps, kipper ties, velvet jackets and flares. Ladies in Laura Ashley prints, kaftans and beads. What fun ! Those were the days my friends. The menu will be e-mailed once finalised.
MOTHERS DAY
Cards are now available in the shop along with
Easter Cards and Gifts.
Will take place on Saturday 15th March from
10am – 1pm. in an effort to attract new volunteers. There are
opportunities to volunteer in the garden, shop, countryside, house and
occasional events with children.
The Driver of this Weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Charlie Carrington
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
Shrove Tuesday is next week on March 4th. the shop has all you need for your pancakes & with Mothering Sunday on the horizon already has cards and chocolates for this occasion, so do take a look.
Bingo Night at the Plough - this Friday at 5pm is “Bingo Night”. Tickets £6. to include a supper of Fish and Chips : Chicken and Chips : Egg Chips and Peas. Your callers for the evening are Mike Thompson and Melissa Laing. This has proven to be a very popular event so do go along and enjoy an evening of fun and camaraderie.
Wednesday evening is Curry Night with Fish and Chips on Thursdays Night. Take-Away Roast Lunches are available on Sundays. Just phone Steve on 774408
A Palm Sunday Plea - Little Missenden Church is still looking for a real-life Donkey to aid authencity to the Palm Sunday Procession from The Green to the Church on Sunday 13th April. If anyone can help please contact Father John on :- 01494-862008.
Handbell Choir - there has been an encouraging response to this new venture. Further details for an inaugural meeting will be distributed very soon. Ruth Groves will need contact e-mail addresses and telephone numbers . If you haven’t already supplied her with this information, please do so on:- 01494 – 783978 e-mail:- ruthgroves@tiscali.co.uk
The Driver of this week's Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Mary Collins
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
Following the break-in the Village Shop committee and staff wish to thank everyone for their help support & understanding - especially Frank Atkins and Paul Walsh who acted so promptly to secure the premises.
The children from the School have contributed their own Art Gallery to the present temporary door which has raised many a smile in the face of adversity.
The Shop urgently needs a new treasurer from April. We need someone with experience of accounts in place to hand over. Please contact Chris Sargeant or Ruth Coulton via the Shop.
With everything thrown against them at the 11th hour, David, Ruth and their team pulled off a thoroughly enjoyable evening on 8th February. Everyone entered into the spirit of the occasion and dressed accordingly. Photo’s on the web-site.
The Lt Missenden Palm Sunday Procession on Sunday 13th April, the Church need a “Thespian Donkey” - real - not pretend to bring authenticity. Should anyone have any contacts who would be willing to give their pet a few minutes of glory, please contact Father John on :- 01494-862008.
There is a proposal to develop the piece of land next to Jewsons on the Missenden Road for a Gypsy Travellers and Travelling Show People site. For more information go to :- planningpolicy@chiltern.gov.uk
This months Bingo Night is on Friday 28th. at 5pm. Tickets £6. to include a supper of Fish and Chip: Chicken and Chips: Egg Chips and Peas: Your callers for the evening will be Mike Thompson and Melissa Laing.
The driver of the weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Mary Collins.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
THIS SATURDAY IN THE VILLAGE HALL - 1940’s NIGHT
If you haven’t got your ticket yet then contact David Coulton on 01494 – 775967. Tkts £16 each. For this evening of 1940’s nostalgia you will enjoy a Cabaret: Songs from the 40’s :
Raffle: Licensed Bar : 2 course hot supper, entertainment and Jitter Bugging the night away.
A suggestion of period dress would be fun to complete the evening.
THURSDAY 13th February 14
The W.I. meet at The Village Hall at 8pm. This months speaker is Annie Januszaveki . Her subject is: Rowing the Atlantic.
We also express our thanks to Jayne Faversham for organising a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon at The Mill. Sonning last month.
The school have expressed their thanks to all the vehicle drivers who did take note of the request to park dutifully and not obscure the driveways to residents properties. May I add a request to keep this in mind every day.
Following a very well attended and successful evening last month, the next Bingo evening will be on February 28th . Tickets are £6. which includes a supper of Fish and Chips: Chicken and Chips: Egg , Chips and Peas. Your callers this month will be Mike Thompson and Melissa Laing.
A worthy mention to the Theatre Company on a complete sell out last week for their production of “ALLO” ‘ALLO’ . So much goes into putting on a live performance so it is most rewarding when this happens. We look forward to the next one.
The School Patrol Crossing :- contact 01494-783835
A Driver for the Age Concern Bus to Chesham on a Friday afternoon. For further information contact Derek Faversham on 01494-864677.
The Driver of this weeks shopping bus to Chesham is:- Charlie Carrington.
Please note that there will be no Newsletter next week - back on Feb 20th.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
Presents ‘ALLO’ ‘ALLO’ on 30th/31st January at 7.45pm and 1st February . Matinee 2.30pm and evening 7.45pm. Tickets £10 (£9 concession for Thursday evening and Matinee) Box Office 07840-965411. Email : carol_north@ yahoo.co.uk .Post sae to :- 33,Walnut Way, Hyde Heath. (include no. of tickets , performance, phone no. and cheque payable to HHTC . Tickets also available from the Village Shop.
The Village Hall will be 90yrs old this year and the celebrations will include :-
Cabaret. Songs from the 40’s. Raffle. Licensed Bar. 2 course hot supper. Dancing the night away.
Costume or suggested dress to suit the period.
Tickets are limited so get in early.£16 pp from David Coulton 775967
This Friday 31st January at 5pm. Tickets £6 to include a supper of : Fish and Chips: Chicken and Chips: Egg Chips and Peas: Caroline and Johnny Capper will be callers for the evening. Lots of fun do go along.
Are now stocking Organic Milk. Deliveries will be Tuesday’s and Thursday’s and orders will be taken for this new product. Just ask our very willing members of staff.
Coming soon will be a Tea and Coffee Machine. On a fine, sunny day , buy your paper and food items, have a cup of coffee or tea and engage in a sociable time with other residents . On a cold day, warm yourself up before heading off for your next destination.
Everyone in the Village should have received a notification on an update for the HS2 Statement along with an attached pre-printed card to fill in and register their objection on the environmental impact of Phase 1 of HS2. Please don’t ignore this. There are alternatives to the proposed plans and we need to put as much weight behind them as possible. Support your campaigners. Deadline is February 27th 2014.
This position still remains
unfilled. From a safety aspect this is such an important post . It
requires very little time. Phone 01494-783835.
The driver of this weeks shopping bus to Chesham is:- Derek Faversham
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
W.I. This Saturday the W.I will be enjoying a Lunch followed by a Matinee performance at The Mill, Sonning.
HYDE HEATH THEATRE COMPANY are presenting ‘ALLO ‘ALLO on 30th/31st January at 7.45pm and 1st February . Matinee 2.30pm and 7.45 evening . Tickets £10 (£9 concession for Thursday evening and Matinee) Box Office 07840-965411. E-mail carol_north@yahoo.co.uk. Post sae to:- 33, Walnut Way , Hyde Heath. (include no. of tickets, performance, phone no. , and cheque payable to HHTC. Tickets also available from the Village Shop.
1940’s NIGHT , SATURDAY 8TH FEBRUARY to celebrate the 90th YEAR OF THE VILLAGE HALL.
Costume or dress to suit the period --- Essential
Cabaret : Songs from the 40’s : Raffle : Licensed Bar : 2 course hot supper and dancing the night away.
Tickets are limited so get in early. £16 pp from David Coulton on 01494-775967
This months Bingo night is set for Friday 31st January at 5pm. Tickets £6 to include a supper of : Fish and Chips : Chicken and Chips : Egg, Chips and Peas : Caroline and Johnny Capper will be your resident callers for the evening.
We thank the Village School for bringing to the parents attention the on-going Parking Problems we have when children are being delivered and collected from School.
As the position of “Crossing Patrol ” still remains unfilled this causes an added problem for children crossing the road. It is a busy road and pedestrians do need a clear vision of any potential hazard which may endanger lives. There are always heavy lorries turning into the road running by the side of the Church and they need a clear vision , room to manoeuvre and adequate time to brake if necessary. Plus consideration for other motorists.
There are 2 positions which still need filling to help in our Community.
The Crossing Patrol for School and a Driver for the Age Concern Bus to Chesham.
If anyone can offer any help for either of these two positions please contact a) The School for the Crossing on 01494-783835 b) Derek Faversham on 01494-864677 for the Shopping Bus.
The Driver for this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Steve Epps.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
I would like to give a belated “Thank You” to the residents of the Village who took the time and trouble to clear the drains near Bulbaiters Lane 2 weeks ago. This has always been a problem area with flooding and despite the many attempts over the years by the council nothing has resolved the situation. Despite the heavy rain we have experienced recently, this area has now been kept clear due to their initiative. The residents are very grateful and thank you.
THE DINERS GROUP
Meet Wednesday 22nd January at 7.45pm in The Minstrels Gallery for a Burns Night Meal.
This is open to all. Just e-mail Pauline Richards for the menu and choices before Sunday 19th January.
On Saturday 25th January there is a Theatre Outing to Sonning with Lunch followed by a Matinee performance.
HYDE HEATH THEATRE COMPANY are presenting ‘ALLO ‘ALLO on 30th/31st. January at 7.45pm and 1st February . Matinee 2.30pm and 7.45pm evening
Tickets £10. (£9 concession for Thursday evening and Matinee) Box Office 07840-965411. E-mail carol_north@yahoo.co.uk. Post sae to:- 33, Walnut Way. Hyde Heath. (include no. of tickets ,performance, phone no. and cheque payable to HHTC. Tickets also available from The Shop.
THE VILLAGE HALL celebrates its 90th year with a 1940’s NIGHT . SATURDAY 8th FEBRUARY
Costume or dress to suit period --- Essential
Cabaret. Songs from the 40’s. Raffle. Licensed Bar. 2 course hot supper and dancing the night away.
Tickets will be limited so get in early. £16.pp from David Coulton on 01494-775967
This months Bingo night is set for Friday 31st January at 5pm. Tickets £6 to include a supper of Fish & Chips: Chicken & Chips: Egg, Chips and Peas: Caroline and Johnny Capper will be your resident callers for the evening.
We are still looking for a driver
to join the Team.. This service is so important for our senior residents
who have no other means of transport to get out of the Village. We will be
down to just 3 Fridays a month after Easter. Please contact Derek
Faversham on 01494-864677. if you are able to help in any way.
The Driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Steve
Epps.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
The W.I. meet in the Hall tonight at 8pm. The subject for this months talk is “Rock & Roll and a Rocking Chair”.
We will be marking the 50th birthday on 9th January with appropriate drinks and nibbles . A Celebration Dinner is to be arranged for Thursday 10th April .
On Saturday 25th January there is a Theatre Outing with Lunch and Matinee at Sonning
A reminder that the annual subs are due.
Wednesday 22nd January the DINERS GROUP meet this month . We are celebrating Burns Night . The menu will be circulated this week so please select your choices and e-mail them to me. Can anyone play the Bagpipes ?
THE
HYDE HEATH THEATRE COMPANY are presenting
‘ALLO ‘ALLO on 30th/31st January at 7.45pm and 1st
February .Matinee 2.30pm and 7.45pm evening.
Tickets £10 (£9 concession for Thursday evening and Saturday matinee. Box Office 07840-965411. E-mail Carole North :- carole_north@yahoo.co.uk. Post sae to:- 33, Walnut Way .Hyde Heath. (include no. of tickets, performance, phone number and cheque payable to HHTC. Tickets also available in the Village Shop.
It is a year of Celebration also for the HYDE HEATH VILLAGE HALL , which will be 90yrs old this year.
It will be 90yrs since the Village Hall was moved from Halton. The building was generously funded by The Village W.I and was moved using Franklin’s horse and cart. The former army hut is therefore well over 90yrs old. To celebrate the 90th anniversary we have a couple of special events already lined up.
1940’s NIGHT. SATURDAY 8th FEBRUARY
Costume or dress to suit the period - Essential.
Cabaret.Songs from the 40’s. Raffle. Licensed Bar. 2 course hot supper and dancing the night away.
Tickets will be limited. £16 per person available from David Coulton on 01494-775967. Get in early.
This months Bingo night is set for Friday 31st January at 5pm. Tickets £6 to include Fish & Chips : Chicken & Chips : Egg , Chips & Peas. Caroline and Johnny Capper will be your hosts with the mosts .
We send our condolences to Ann
Honour and family who lost her husband Ken this week after a long
illness.
The driver of this week’s Shopping Bus to Chesham is:- Charlie Carrington
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR RESIDENTS FROM YOUR NEWSLETTER
TEAM.
The Festivities are over for another year and it is time to look forward to this next one with renewed optimism and a promise to keep all those New Year Resolutions.
We will kick off the New Year with a New Project and Challenge .
LITTLE
MISSENDEN CHURCH is the proud possessor of a set of handbells which need
dusting off from their mothballs , restored and put to use again.
A group to meet up and practise
tunes once or twice a month, no previous experience or musical knowledge
required. Gareth Malone started a Choir in the Workplace. We need a
Handbell Choir in the Community.
To continue this ancient art and put to use the bells we already have ,
it will preserve another Country Folk Tradition. Not only will it be fun
and sociable , we could be playing at the next Christmas Eve Concert.
The tutor for this will be our local Bell Ringer Ruth Groves.
Please contact her on :01494-783978 . email: Ruth.groves@tiscali .co.uk
Thursday 9th January is the W.I ‘s first meeting of the year. Commencing at 8pm in The Hall. Please come and join this very friendly group of ladies who do occasionally “ go off piste”
THE ELGIVA THEATRE have installed new digital cinema equipment. They will now be showing current productions live from The West End. Check the “What’s On” programme for information on what is coming up during the next 3 months.
THE SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM every Friday will be requiring a new driver in April.. This service is so important to the Senior residents of our Village who do not have the transportation to get out of the Village to the main Supermarkets. 2hrs once a month is all that is required. Please contact Derek Faversham on 01494-864677.
The Driver of this weeks Shopping Bus to Chesham is: Charlie Carrington.
Pauline Richards
Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk 01494 774582
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