VILLAGE  SHOP

The Shop is stocking very tasty Christmas Puddings , Cards, Chocolates and many other Christmas Goodies.  Take a few minutes to look at what is on offer.  

A VERY BIG  “THANK YOU”  FROM RUTH and  THE STAFF IN THE SHOP TO ALL WHO OFFERED HELP, CLEARED  THE SHOP FRONT, CLEARED  THE DRIVEWAYS AND SHOPPED FOR OUR SENIOR  CITIZENS, RAN RUTH TO THE CASH and  CARRY .  SUCH IS THE  COMMUNITY IN WHICH WE LIVE  WHEN WE ALL PULL TOGETHER  .

HAND BELLS  at  THE  PLOUGH

he “Jinglies” will be playing carols in The Plough for a short time at 7.30pm on Friday evening  followed by their annual  Christmas Meal.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews Church will be holding their CAROL  SERVICE – a traditional 9 Lessons and Carols on Sunday 17th at 10am. All are welcome.

HYDE  HEATH  CHAPEL

CAROL  SERVICE Sunday 24th  December  at 10. 45am.  All  are welcome

VILLAGE  HALL

Our annual VILLAGE CAROLS will take place on Sunday 24th December at 4.30pm in the Hall.   As well as our vocal renditions there will be Hot Mulled Wine and Mince Pies.   Please spread the word !  Come early – always busy !

The Hall Management Team are still looking for :-

HALL MANAGER:  Responsible for the Day to Day Care of  the Hall

BOOKING  SECRETARY:  For taking bookings and the upkeep of  the information on the web-site.

AMERSHAM  COMMUNITY  CHOIR

Present “CHRISTMAS  CRACKERS “  an evening of Christmas Music for Everyone

Kings Church, Raans Road , Amersham at 5pm on Sunday 10th December at 5pm.

Tickets £10 (concessions £8) available from Kings Church and Waterstones , Amersham.

PARISH  NEWS

8.00am  Little Missenden       Holy Communion

Lt. Missenden Church invite you to their family @10 “Christingle Service at 10am.

Followed by coffee and mince pies.

10.45am  Shortened service of Holy Communion

3.30pm                                      St. Johns Ambulance Carol Service . All are invited.

6.00pm                                      NO  SERVICE.

St. Andrews Hyde Heath        09.15am

HYDE  HEATH  CHAPEL

Christmas  Lunch   Monday 11th December . 12noon for 12.30pm. 

Please come along and meet new friends and enjoy a mouth watering lunch for just £3.

Carol Service  Sunday 24th December at 10.45am. 

VILLAGE  HALL VACANCIES

There is a continuing plea for 3 positions to be filled for the upkeep, cleaning and day to day running of the Village Hall.

HALL  MANAGER:             Responsible for the Day to Day care & minor maintenance (light bulbs etc)

BOOKING  SECRETARY:    Responsible for taking bookings and the upkeep of the bookings web site

For more information and to offer help please contact Keith Jones kjones8@btinternet.com

The Hall is the main focus of our community and used to its capacity – please help us fill these essential roles, neither of which are very time consuming or arduous – thank you !

VILLAGE  BAZAAR

This traditional Village Event takes place on SATURDAY 2nd  DECEMBER from 09.30 – 12.30pm. Stalls: Refreshments: Raffle: Hyde Heath School Choir. Support your VILLAGE and enjoy a very pleasant morning perusing the many Arts and Crafts Stalls, take the weight off your feet with tea/coffee and delicious cakes.   Father Christmas coming !!

PARISH  NEWS   

FIRST SUNDAY ADVENT -  3rd DECEMBER

8am Holy Communion at Lt. Missenden

No 10.30am at Lt.Missenden 

St Andrews Hyde Heath at 10.30am the service for the Festival of Title

All are invited to attend this service in our delightful church.

6pm Advent Carol Service at Lt. Missenden.

The last Sunday Family Service of the year will take place on Sunday 10th December at 10am. Followed by mince pies and coffee at 10.20am. 

HYDE  HEATH  CHAPEL

Christmas Lunch Club – Monday 11th December 12noon for 12.30pm

Carol Service                  Sunday   24th December 10.45am

VILLAGE  HALL   

There are 2 very important vacancies to be filled for the continued smooth running of the Village Hall. 

HALL MANAGER:  Responsible for the Day to Day care of the Hall

BOOKING SECRETARY:  Responsible for  taking bookings and the upkeep of the information  on the website.  Contact:  Keith Jones on kjones@btinternet 

HAND BELLS    The Jinglies meet this Friday 2nd December at 7.45pm in St. Andrews  Church

AMERSHAM COMMUNITY CHOIR Present “CHRISTMAS CRACKERS” an evening of Christmas Music for Everyone. Kings Church, Raans Road, Amersham at 5pm . Tickets £10 (concessions£8 available from Kings Church and Waterstones, Amersham.

VILLAGE SOCIETY

The AGM takes place this THURSDAY EVENING at 8pm in the VILLAGE HALL.

The Agenda takes in: Ray Challinor Memorial Bench: Road Safety Measures: Flashing signs; White Lines: Green Walkway (near School) New Green Walkway (Keepers Lane/Weedon Hill Junction: Dog Waste Bins: Playground Equipment: Fly Tipping: Litter Pick : HS2  Guest Speaker Keith Hoffmeister – Chiltern Society.  

Unless issues are raised nothing will get done.  This is your opportunity to hear how the Society performs and the positive improvements that they implement.

OLD  TYME  MUSIC  HALL

This Weekend FRIDAY  24th and SATURDAY 25th in the Village Hall . 7.30pm for 8pm. Tickets £15 to include supper. Licensed Bar.  Available from Barbara Cann :- (cannhousehold&tiscali.co.uk)

Dietary requirements can be cater for if advised in advance.

 
VILLAGE CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

Will take place on SATURDAY  2nd  DECEMBER  from 09.30am – 12.30pm. Stalls : Refreshments: Raffle: Hyde Heath School Choir. . Support your Village Shop and enjoy a very pleasant morning perusing the many Arts and Craft Stalls , take the weight off your feet with tea/coffee and delicious cakes.

THE  PLOUGH

As many will know THE PLOUGH  has been refurbished with new décor providing a modern interior but retains its  welcoming Village Pub atmosphere. The new CHEF starts on Monday and the menu will emphasise locally sourced produce . An upgrade of the Restaurant is scheduled for the New Year.  

VILLAGE  HALL

The Village Hall does not magically look after itself and there is a team of dedicated committee members who give their time and abilities for its upkeep.  There is a great deal of satisfaction to be gained from working as a team plus the social aspect which goes with village life.  There are 2 vacancies to be filled  which are outlined below.

HALL MANAGER:  Responsible for the Day to Day care of the Hall

BOOKING SECRETARY:  Responsible for the taking of bookings and the upkeep of the hall website.

Contact : Keith Jones  on kjones@btinternet.com 

BURGLARY  ON WEEDON HILL

Last week a house on Weedon Hill was broken in to. It is “That Time of Year” when any opportunist will strike at any time.  Be vigilant. Lock all doors and windows especially outside sheds and garages. Report any suspicious behaviour to the the Police.

VILLAGE  SOCIETY

Their AGM will take place on THURSDAY 23rd  NOVEMBER at 8pm in the Village Hall.

To understand and appreciate all the work that the Society does for the Village without any personal accolades come along and hear exactly what is achieved by some very dedicated people.

VILLAGE  SHOP

The Annual Bazaar  takes place on SATURDAY 2ND  DECEMBER from 09.30am to 12noon.

PARISH  NEWS

PARISH QUIZ.  This Saturday in Hyde Heath Village Hall. Supper to be served at 7pm. Tickets £12.50 available on 01494-862008. Raffle and Licensed bar. 

SERVICES

Morning Service Lt. Missenden             8.00 am

Morning Service Hyde Heath                 9.15 am

Morning Service Lt. Missenden           10.30 am

Evening Service Lt. Missenden              6.00 pm

OLD  TYME  MUSIC HALL

This ever popular event takes place on FRIDAY 24th and SATURDAY 25th NOVEMBER in the Village Hall Tickets £15 to include supper available from Barbara Cann;- cannhousehold@tiscali.co.uk 

HAND  BELLS

Meet this Friday at 7.45pm in St. Andrews Church. Hyde Heath.

AMERSHAM  BAND  BUILDING A MUSICAL COMMUNITY

The land has been purchased. Now raising funds to build the Music Academy in Old Amersham.

This will serve a very diverse interest in all areas of music for all ages. There is a £25.000 pot available from AVIVA FUND for the project with the most votes.  Help us to attain this goal by using your 10 votes before November 21st.  http://community-fund.aviva.co.uk/voting/project/view17-2235 

THE  PLOUGH

It is with profound regret that we will be saying “goodbye” at the end of the week  to Steve and Andy who has been our resident publican  for the past 5 years.    

Steve has worked hard at integrating himself into  the community and making the pub the Village hub which it should be. Nothing has been too much trouble and his very pleasant and jocular personality will be sorely missed.  Working alongside him has been Andy , his son who upon leaving school became his father’s right hand man. 

To both of them , we thank you for making the Pub such a community asset particularly with the wide range of culinary delights which has always been served with a smile and a joke.  Wherever life takes you I hope you will retain good and fond memories of the residents who you served so well.  

VILLAGE  SOCIETY

The Annual General Meeting will take place in the Village Hall on Thursday 23rd November at 8pm.    

The Society works hard on behalf of our community resolving many issues with the Council and challenging ones which need addressing. To appreciate more of their work “behind scenes” please make the effort to support their work which is done on a volunteer basis with no resounding accolades.   

Just one in question has been the extra “Dog Bins” which have now been placed in the entrance to the woods in Chalk Lane and Keepers Lane.  Let us hope the introduction of these two bins go some way on reducing the antisocial  problems that have been prevalent for too long
.   

PARISH  NEWS

This Saturday 4th November sees Marian Dickinson officially become a Licensed Lay Minister after studying for 3yrs. The ceremony will take place in Christchurch Cathedral , Oxford .  

MORNING SERVICE HYDE  HEATH   09.15am

SUNDAY 5th NOVEMBER  is FAMILY SERVICE at 10am  Lt. MISSENDEN

COMMUNION  SERVICE  10.50am

EVENSONG                           6 pm
 

PARISH  QUIZ  

Saturday 18th November in Hyde Heath Village Hall . Supper to be served at 7pm .Tickets £12.50 . Raffle and licensed bar. 01494-862008 
 

OLD  TYME  MUSIC HALL

Friday 24th and Saturday 25th in the Village Hall. 7.30pm for 8pm. Tickets £15 to include supper from Barbara Cann: cannhousehold@tiscali.co.uk 
 

HAND BELLS  

Meet this Friday 3rd November at 7.45pm in St. Andrews Church

VILLAGE  SHOP

The Halloween Display is just inside the shop so do have a look at what is on offer for the bewitching at the end of the month.

CHRISTMAS  PUDDINGS  These festive puddings are now available in the shop.  You don’t have to wait until December to buy one and eat it now.

A big thank you to Charles Manson for offering his help to Ruth for the Cash n’ Carry run on  Tuesday morning.

PARISH  NEWS

On Saturday 4th November, Marian Dickinson will officially become a Licensed Lay Minister after 3yrs training.  This will take place in Christchurch Cathedral, Oxford followed by a buffet lunch for her family, friends and parishioners.

On Friday 10th November, Veronica Hartley has kindly offered to host a lunch at her home for all those interested in contributing to the Flower Festival at the end of June next year.  Numbers will be limited so please RSVP if you wish to attend 01494-862008.

SUNDAY  November 12th is the next Family Service at 10am. A short half hour service particularly for the children, followed by croissants and coffee afterwards.

QUIZ  NIGHT

The annual Parish Quiz will take place on Saturday 18th November in Hyde Heath Village Hall.  Tickets £12.50 to include supper. Licensed Bar and Raffle. Supper will be served at 7pm. Please advise of any dietary requirement.

Due to long standing prior engagements help is needed for refreshments and setting up during the afternoon.  If you are able to help in any way please contact Gary Beynon on 774111 or garethbeynon665@btinternet.com 

OLD  TYME  MUSIC  HALL

This will take place on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th November in the Village Hall . 7.30pm for 8pm. Tickets £15 to include supper.  Available from Barbara Cann: cannhousehold@tiscali.co.uk . Please advise of any dietary requirements

VILLAGE  SHOP

The Halloween display is just inside the shop so do have a look at what is on offer for the end of the month’s bewitching hour.

CHRISTMAS  PUDDINGS

These festive puddings are now available in the shop . You don’t have to wait until December to buy one and eat it now.

FRESH   PRODUCE

It is the season of plenty a lot of which is donated by the villagers who have an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables grown either in their gardens or allotments. Much cheaper and fresher than any supermarket.

HAND  BELLS

Meet this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm

FORTHCOMING  EVENTS

PARISH  NEWS

PARISH  QUIZ  NIGHT

The annual quiz will take place on Saturday 18th November in the Village Hall at 7pm. Tickets £12.50 to include supper , a licensed bar and raffle. Phone:- 01494-862008 or add your name to the list in the church porch.

SERVICES

Morning Service Lt. Missenden                    8am

Morning Service Hyde Heath                 09. 15am

Morning Service Lt. Missenden              10. 30am

Evening  Service Lt. Missenden                     6pm

HYDE  HEATH  OLD TYME  MUSIC  HALL

This will take place on Friday 24th and Saturday 25th November.

Time:      7.30 for 8pm

Place:      Hyde Heath Village Hall

Tickets:   £15 to include supper.

VILLAGE  SHOP

Ruth is still in need of an extra pair of hands to help her with CASH and CARRY on a Tuesday morning. It only requires 2.5hrs of your time on a rota basis.   Surely there must be someone out there who can assist her.  

VILLAGE  HALL

The AGM was well attended last Thursday evening when David Coulton stepped down from his position as Village Hall Chairman and Fete Committee Chairman after 30yrs service to our Community.  Our appreciation was shown and speeches thanking him for his unfailing contribution. Over the years David turned the Fete around to make it one of the most recognised and well attended event of our calendar.  One set of visitors to whom I spoke came every year from Cirencester in the Cotswolds. Such has been the high standard and many attractions which David so diligently sought out each year. Working alongside David has been his wife Ruth whose input should not be overlooked.   The only way to express this is “team work” and we thank her also.

A new committee will now take over and we wish them every success with the continuity of both the Hall and the Fete.

PARISH  NEWS

HARVEST  SUPPER is this Saturday 30th September 7pm for 7.30pm in Lt. Missenden Village Hall. Tickets £10 to include a supper available from the Parish Office :- 01494-862008 . A list is displayed in the Church Porch.

TUESDAY  3rd. OCTOBER  at 7pm in Lt. Missenden Church  GARY BEYNON will be heading a talk on the recently refurbished church and wall paintings to encourage volunteers to act as guides for visitors to this beautiful church in its tranquil surroundings. Everyone is welcome .

SERVICES

 Morning Service at Lt. Missenden      8am

Morning Service at Hyde Heath        9.15am

Evening Service at Lt. Missenden       6pm.

FAMILY SERVICE

Lt. Missenden OCTOBER 8th  at 10am. A half hour service for all the family followed by croissants and coffee followed by a shortened service of Communion at 10.45am.

PRE SCHOOL

This very active group is arranging a FUNDRAISING event on Saturday 14th October in the Village Hall from
2 – 4pm . There will be stalls, games, refreshments and an Autumn Raffle. 

HYDE  HEATH  VILLAGE  HALL  AGM  8.15pm SEPT. 21st

Tonight is the annual AGM which will determine whether or not the Village Fete and the 200+ Club will continue.  Both of these events are crucial for the maintenance of the Village Hall .

 
PARISH  NEWS

After a very interesting talk on the conservation and refurbishment of the Parish Church last Monday  this will be followed up by  a Volunteers Meeting to take place on Tuesday 3rd October at 7pm.  Gary Beynon will be heading this talk and welcomes anyone with an interest in this beautiful Church to come along . 

SATURDAY  23rd SEPTEMBER

BEL CANTO Male Voice Choir will be performing songs from Cole Porter, The Beatles , An American Trilogy and Bohemian Rhapsody to name a few. Tickets £12 available from Richard Haynes: Richard.haynes300@hotmail.com  : 01494-729629 or on the door .

HARVEST  SUPPER

SATURDAY 30th SEPTEMBER in Lt. Missenden Village Hall . 7pm for 7.30pm. Tickets £10 to include a supper available from the Parish Office:-862008. A list will be displayed in the Church Porch.

SERVICES

Morning Service at Lt. Missenden at   8am

Morning Service at Hyde Heath         09.15am

Evening Service at Lt. Missenden       6pm

VILLAGE  SHOP

Help is needed for Ruth to assist her with Cash and Carry on Tuesday mornings.  It requires just 2.5hrs of your time on a Rota Basis which comes around about once a month.
  

Our Community Shop means just that.  A Community working together to sustain this local amenity.  

HYDE  HEATH  VILLAGE  HALL  AGM  8.15pm Thursday September 21st Village Hall

By now every household in the Village should have received a notification of the above AGM.

Please read it carefully as it contains information about the continuation of the Village Fete which is under threat from lack of people coming forward to help organise and assist on the day.   

If the Fete fails to take place next year it will have a knock effect for the Village Shop and the Village Hall .    

David Coulton who has steadfastly overseen the Fete and the also Hall Committee Chairman is standing down after a marathon 30yrs dedicated service to our Village.

He has worked so hard for the community and now feels it is time to hand over for “new blood” to come on board.

WHAT IS ON THIS MONTH ?

W.I   this evening at 8pm. The speaker is Mike Payne on the subject “Shops and Shop Keepers”.  I am sure our friendly shop staff will find this most interesting.

PARISH  NEWS

Morning Service at Lt. Missenden at 8am.

Morning Service at Hyde Heath at 09.15am.

Evening  Service at Lt. Missenden 6pm . 5 candidates from the Parish will be confirmed by the Bishop of Buckingham

The first Family Sunday Service takes place on Sunday 17th September at 10am, followed by coffee and croissants. A short service of Prayer Book Communion will follow at 10.50am. 

MONDAY 18th September at 7pm

A preview of the Wall paintings in Lt. Missenden Church with a talk by Richard Lighgow the conservator. Wine and coffee will be served afterwards. Please let the church know if you are able to attend.

SATURDAY  23rd September at 7.30pm

BEL  CANTO  Male Voice Choir will be performing songs from Cole Porter , The Beatles,  An American Trilogy and Bohemian Rhapsody to name a few. Tickets £12 from Richard Haynes : Richard.haynes300@hotmail.com : 01494-729629

HARVEST  SUPPER.

SATURDAY  30th  SEPTEMBER   in Lt. Missenden Village Hall 

7pm for 7.30pm. Tickets £10 to include a supper available from the Parish Office :- 862008 . A list will be displayed in the Church Porch. 
                

POLICE ALERT

On Tuesday 5th September at 7pm a burglary occurred in Chalk Lane .  The offenders gained access by forcing a rear window and stole jewellery and cash.  

If you witnessed anything suspicious in the area -   please contact the Investigation Hub via Thames Valley Police non emergency numbers 101 and quote reference number:- 43170264074.  

This just reminds us all to be vigilant at all times . Marking valuables with a UV pen Use timer switches. Ensure car keys are stored away from the front door. 

Keep tools and ladders locked away out of sight. 

Secure your property at all times.
 

CRICKET

This weeks match which is the last of the season is against Ivinghoe and Pitstone commencing at 1pm..

PARISH  COUNCIL  MEETING  MONDAY  4th SEPTEMBER

The meeting was very well attended and representatives from Chiltern District Council gave an insight and update  into various issues raised on the agenda.    

One person stood out throughout this meeting and that was the outstanding  amount of work that Stephen Burke puts in on our behalf.  He works tirelessly and meets any problem raised head-on to secure a positive result.  Just one person in many working hard for the continuing unique setting within which this Village is fortunate enough to be situated.

 W. I.

Meet Thursday evening 14th September at 8pm in the Village Hall with speaker Mike Payne on the subject of Shops and Shopkeepers. This should be dear to the hearts of our Manager and staff in our own Shop.  

HANDBELLS

Recommence their meetings on Friday 8th September at 7.45pm in St. Andrew’s Church.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews . Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service   09.15am

Lt. Missenden Communion Service                                 08.00am

Morning Service                                                                   10. 30am

Evensong                                                                                  6. 30pm

Family Service at Lt. Missenden will take place on Sunday 17th Sept. at 10am  . This service is primarily for the children and should last no longer that half an hour, followed by coffee and croissants in the North Aisle. A short service of Prayer Book Communion will take place at 10.50am .

HARVEST  SUPPER

30th September Tkts £10 available from the Parish Office 862008 or sign up on the list in the church porch.

THAMES VALLEY POLICE ALERT

There is yet another scam doing the rounds. Letters “allegedly” from The Royal Mail are being dropped through residents doors looking like a postal redirection. Homes being targeted have sold/for sale signs . The banks and action fraud have been notified.

CRICKET

This weeks match is at home .

LITTLE  MISSENDEN  PARISH  COUNCIL  MEETING

MONDAY  4th  SEPTEMBER at 8pm in  THE VILLAGE  HALL  

If you have an issue with parking, dog fouling, safety in the children’s playing area, state of the roads, verge cutting, speeding through the Village ( yes it is still going on) – and much more – then please come along to the LMPC meeting.  If our councillors are not aware of any problems which you think needs addressing please take this opportunity to raise them.  Representatives from the Council and (hopefully) Transport for Bucks will be there.  Support your Parish Councillors who work tirelessly on your behalf.

THE PLOUGH  our VILLAGE  PUB

Are you aware of how much is going on in The Plough.  It is more than just a place to “quench your thirst” and spend a social evening with friends.

Tuesday:       Every alternate Tuesday evenings at 8 – 8.30pm

                          2 teams:- Travelling Lions and The Plough playing in the Jackson League.

                           If you are interested in becoming part of either teams contact Jo Hance.

Tuesday:       Winter Quiz League. 

Wednesday:  Curry and Pint Night all for £10.

Thursday:     Fish and Chip Night  £7.  Fresh fish delivered that day.

Sunday:        Roast Lunch. A choice of 2 roasts £9.50p

Weekly Specials see Board for choices.

Minstrels Gallery available for Hire.

CRICKET 

This week’s match is away against Colney Heath commencing at 1pm

HOW  MUCH  DOES  YOUR  VILLAGE  MEAN  TO  YOU ?

A date to note - Open Meeting of  Lt. Missenden Parish Council – Mon Sept  4th  at 8pm in the Village Hall when subjects to be discussed will include:

Grass Cutting - as Hyde Heath is not on the Council’s schedule. 

Dog Fouling - this continues to be a contentious issue and the only way to address it is to unite in highlighting the problem and work together to resolve it without being the recipient of verbal abuse.

An additional Speed Indicator at the other end of the village and restricted parking near Rayners Residential Home, the School and access to Residents homes within this area. 

There was a very good attendance last year so PLEASE make the effort to attend. Rather than sit at home and moan come along and be heard.

PARISH  NEWS

Father John our “Chariots of Fire” champion has an exhausting schedule of marathons still to be completed.  His valiant efforts are all going towards the Christopher Project for the Parish Church.  Please support him and the Project with contributions .  

The Conservator and Builders will finish by end August.  There will be other fixtures and fittings work going on after that date from the beginning of September, but there will be full access to the Church again.   

A new aspect of the Project is to recruit a team of people who will act as Volunteer Guides. These guides will be trained to describe the paintings – helping visitors to learn and understand more about the Church.  Gary Beynon will be the Chief Guide and the person who will lead the team.    

Our Volunteer Guide Information event will take place in the Church at 7pm on Tuesday 3rd October 2017.  

CHURCH  SERVICES  

St. Andrews. Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service   09. 15am

Lt. Missenden Communion Service                               08. 00am

Morning  Service                                                                10. 30am

Evensong                                                                                6. 30pm

CREAM  TEAS   every Sunday afternoon 2.30pm – 5pm

CRICKET  The game this Sunday is at home against Bank of England

PARISH  NEWS

Fr John’s 1000 mile challenge for the Christopher Project continues in earnest having completed 35 Half Marathons out of 52 planned this year.  He is hoping to raise £150.000 of the £450.000 required to complete the remedial works now underway at the Parish Church.

An exciting brand new discovery of extensive fragments of a 14th Century “Doom” painting on the Chancel Arch by our conservators. 

Thank you to everyone who has donated online at:  ukvirginmoneygiving.com/fund/vicars1000milechallenge 

Contributions by cheque/cash or online will be very gratefully received. It is a wonderful project and deserves preservation. 

Our clerical secretary Barbara Cann says he looks somewhat rough, so please support him.

CHURCH  SERVICES

St. Andrews Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service is at 09.15am

Lt. Missenden  Communion Service                                  08. 00am

Morning Service                                                                       10. 30am

Evensong                                                                                      6. 30pm

HYDE  HEATH  VILLAGE  SOCIETY

The society works very hard on behalf of all residents. The committee and members work diligently behind the scenes without any grand outpourings of gratitude.  

Recently the key focus has been on road safety. One Permanent Vehicle Activated Sign has already been installed on the common and another is scheduled for a similar sign at the Amersham end of the village and   additional warning signs in the area of the School and Rayners. There will also be new road markings to deter dangerous parking along this stretch of road to improve the safety of the children.  

Another area of focus has been litter and fly tipping. 40 bags were collected at the Annual Litter Pick and it became clear that inconsiderately discarded dog waste bags are becoming a problem  at the the ends of the paths which emerge from the woods on Chalk Lane and Keepers Lane. To this end new waste bins are being installed. More recently 7 bags were deposited on the path in Harvest Bank .

Dates for your diary:- OPEN MEETING of LITTLE MISSENDEN PARISH COUNCIL – MONDAY SEPTEMBER 4th in the VILLAGE  HALL at 8pm. 

BROWNIES

The last Brownie meeting of the summer term has had a seasonal beach party theme, with the Brownies building sandcastles (wet sand in trays) and decorating mini edible “beach balls” (cake and chocolate) The first meeting of the autumn term will be at the Village School on Monday 11th September. If any girls aged between 7-10 from inside or outside the Village are interested in joining Brownies, please e-mail hydeheathbrownies@outlook.com or visit girlguiding.org.uk and register and interest.

PARISH  NEWS  

LAND AT HYDE HEATH ROAD.

The 5 plots of land being auctioned by Barnard Marcus appear to be incorrect as 4 plots are still being advertised for sale on RIGHTMOVE.

Plot 1    sold  for  £35,000

Plot 2           “        £29,500

Plot 3           “        £15,000

Plot 4           “        £15,000

Plot 5           “        £13,000

Plot 6    was withdrawn prior to Auction.

HS2 deny owning the land, which is strange as this on the access road to the Woods.

There is another sign for SAVILLS announcing an auction.  CDC have been approached enquiring if it is aware of what is going on but as of the 18th July there has not been any response. 

St Andrews.        Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service  09.15am

Lt.  Missenden    Communion Service                                 08.00am

                                Morning Service                                         10.30am

                                Evensong                                                      06.30pm

GRASS VERGES

As many will now be aware , the Grass Verges on the corner of Weedon Hill and the road to Pipers Wood and the A413 have now been cut down.  Visibility is greatly improved.

CRICKET

The match this Sunday 23rd July is against Gt. Gaddesden at home commencing at 2pm.  

W.I.  

Meet this evening at 8pm in the Village Hall.  The speaker this month is Tracey Blaney on the subject “The Age Old Craft of Millinery”.

HANDBELLS

Meet in St. Andrews Church this Friday at 7.45pm.  This will be the last of the “Jinglies” until September 8th.

CRICKET

The week’s match is against Red Square Lions at home commencing at 2pm.

COMMUNITY SAFETY OFFICER

Our local Community Safety Officer is Caroline Saunders . Tel: Phone:- 01494-732089

 
PARISH NEWS

St.Andrews  Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service is at 09.15am.

Lt. Missenden   Communion  Service 08.00 am

                              Morning Service        10.30  am

                              Evensong                       6.30  pm

ACCIDENT 

A serious accident occurred on Wednesday morning between 08.30am – 9am at the corner of Weedon Hill and the road to Pipers Wood and the A413.  A motorcyclist was knocked off his bike and the Ambulance service attended .  As this corner is causing a hazard due to the overgrown high vegetation, please exercise caution .

Our local Parish Councillor, Stephen Burke,  has contacted the relevant Council personnel on our behalf.

SHOP  REMINDER  

The  SHOP  WILL  CLOSE  every SATURDAY at 12.30pm . This reflects the current trading pattern when there are very few customers during the last half-hour.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews  Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service 09.15am.

Lt. Missenden Church Communion Service  08.00am

Lt. Missenden Church 9th July at 10am is the Family Service “Sunday @ 10am which is approximately 25mins long. Following the service will be coffee and croissants at 10.30am. Service  theme is “Holydays”.  A shortened Communtion Service will follow at 11am.

Lt. Missenden Church Evensong  6pm.

LT. MISSENDEN’s ANSWER  TO USAIN BOLT.

We all know the song “ AND WE WILL RUN 500 Miles”  but Fr. John is going to do that and more. To raise the additional £150,000  needed to complete the “Christopher Project” of refurbishment to this lovely church .  Our very own Usain Bolt is embarking on “The Loneliness of the Long Distant Runner” over the next 12months when he has set himself the challenge of running 1042 miles – one mile for every year of the age of the church .  Please support him in his endeavour to achieve his goal by contributing to:- http://www.virginmoneygiving.com/fund/vicars1000milechallenge 

CRICKET

The Match this Sunday is away to Ballinger Waggoners commencing at 1.30pm

LIVE MUSIC IN THE VILLAGE HALL

PANDA PLAYERS present “The Forbidden Broadway’s Greatest Hits”.  This week on 6th/7th/8th July at 8pm. Tickets £13 from www.ticketssource.co.uk/panda players.  Licensed Bar.

CHARITY  CONCERT by THE AMERSHAM COMMUNITY CHOIR”

“A SUMMER SEQUE” Saturday 8th July in Kings Church , Raans Road, Amersham. 

Supporting Ovarian Cancer.  Tickets £10 (£8 conc) available from Kings Church 9am-3pm /Waterstones Amersham (cash only) or on the door.

SHOP  REMINDER

Starting this Saturday and every Saturday thereafter the SHOP WILL CLOSE at 12.30pm. This is to reflect the current trading pattern on a Saturday morning when there are very few customers during the last half-hour.  Thank you for your understanding.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service 09.15am

Lt. Missenden Sunday 9th July is the “Sunday @ 10am Service the theme is “Holydays”.

The service will be approximately 25mins long with the children and family followed by coffee and croissants at 10.30am. followed by a shortened service of Communion at 11am.

CRICKET

A round of applause for Emma Burgham for organising yet another well attended Beer Festival.  Which set the scene for :- 

A very successful and enjoyable weekend for the Cricket Club. A very sociable event which enabled players to meet and greet,  enjoying an excellent lunch , provided by the Ladies and a sumptuous tea.  The match was a draw but the Presidents X1 did make a very commendable score which was hard to beat.  Am I biased ?  -  well maybe a little bit !

The match this Sunday 2nd July is away to Colney Heath commencing at 2pm.

FORTHCOMING EVENTS

PANDA PLAYERS IN THE VILLAGE HALL

Present “The Forbidden Broadway Greatest Hits”.  6/7/8th July at 8pm. Tickets from www.ticketssource.co.uk/panda players.  Licensed Bar. 

AMERSHAM COMMUNITY CHOIR PRESENT “A SUMMER SEQUE”

Saturday 8th July at 7.30pm in Kings Church, Raans Road. Amersham.

Supporting Ovarian Cancer.   Tickets £10 (£8 conc) available from Kings Church 9am-3pm. Waterstones  Amersham (cash only)

SHOP

The Shop will close at 12.30pm every Saturday morning from 1st JULY  . This is to reflect the current trading pattern where very few customers use the Shop during the last half hour.  Thank you for your understanding.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews . Hyde Heath Communion 09.15am Sunday morning

8am BCP Communion.   Lt. Missenden

10.30am Morning Prayer Lt. Missenden

6pm  Choral Evensong.   Lt. Missenden

CREAM  TEAS

Every Sunday throughout the Summer Months from 2.30pm – 5pm in Lt. Missenden Church

HYDE  HEATH  CRICKET CLUB PRESENTS THE 2017  BEER  FESTIVAL

This now popular annual event takes place on Friday June 23rd. Tickets £20 includes : 2 free Drinks and Free BBQ.  Music from The Amersham Band and Disco.

Purchase your tickets by cash or cheque: HHCC Emma Burgham, 2 Cedar Ridge, Hyde Heath. E-Mail: emmaburgham@hotmail.com .

On line: Hyde Heath Cricket Club: Sort Code 40-12-27: Account No. 11172530. Please use your surname as reference. 

CRICKET

The match this week is at HOME to Southwell Ramblers commencing at 2pm.

HANDBELLS

The Jinglies meet this Friday at 7.45pm in St. Andrews Church.

I start this week’s Newsletter with the sad news that Tim Neale passed away on Sunday 28th June.  The following Obituary has been written by his close friend Dave Bevan

BREAK – INS

Police Alert Update:  Many items stolen last week have been located and will be returned to their rightful owners. An investigation is under way and the offenders are possibly connected to the Essex area. It is possible there are 2 offenders with their own transport.

BIRTHDAY  CELEBRATION AT THE PLOUGH

Saturday 3rd June is the day that Steve Broadgate reaches a milestone birthday of 50yrs.  An invitation to join Steve in a celebratory drink (or 2) is extended to all his friends and customers on Saturday evening. 

HYDE HEATH CRICKET CLUB PRESENTS THE 2017 BEER FESTIVAL

This now popular annual event takes place on FRIDAY JUNE 23rd.  Tickets £20 includes: 2 free Drinks and Free BBQ.  Music from the Amersham Band and Disco.  Purchase your tickets by cash or cheque: HHCC Emma Burgham, 2 Cedar Ridge. Hyde Heath. Email: emmaburgham@hotmail.com On line: Hyde Heath Cricket Club: Sort Code 40-12-27: Account No. 11172530. Please use your surname as reference.

CRICKET

The match this week is at HOME to Roxbourne commencing at 2pm

HANDBELLS  The Jinglies meet this Friday evening at 7.45pm in St. Andrew’s Church.

PARISH NEWS St. Andrews Hyde Heath Morning Service  09.15am.

CREAM  TEAS Lt. Missenden Church Sunday afternoon from 2.30pm – 5pm

Not a good week for news this week …….

FLY TIPPING  in KEEPERS  LANE.

40 bags of restaurant waste were deposited in Keepers Lane during the hours of 21st/22nd May.  Eric Clark took photo’s and informed TfB who came along and put cones around the multiple bags !  In the meantime, cars had driven partially over the bags and split them open.  CDC ( I hope by now) should be clearing the waste and with any luck and a following wind, the offenders, now indentified, will be prosecuted.

BREAK – INS

Following on from the above, a garage was broken into in Cedar Ridge during the early hours of  Monday 22nd  and 3 bikes plus other personal items were taken.

That same evening  cars in Saunders End were broken into and items removed.

The Police can only press upon owners not to leave anything of value in their cars and make sure they are locked.  It may be a small deterrent, but at least it is a start and someone may be alerted to noises outside.

POLICE  ALERT

Have given reassurance that security has been stepped up following the appalling events  in Manchester. 

CRICKET

The match this week is at HOME  to Marlow commencing at 1.30pm

HYDE HEATH CRICKET CLUB PRESENTS THE 2017 BEER FESTIVAL

Early publicity for this ever popular Village Event. FRIDAY  JUNE  23rd.  

Tickets £20 includes: 2 free Drinks and Free BBQ.  Music from the Amersham Band and Disco.  Purchase your tickets by cash or cheque : HHCC Emma Burgham, 2 Cedar Ridge. Hyde Heath. Email: emmaburgham@hotmail.com Online: Hyde Heath Cricket Club : Sort Code 40-12-27 : Account No. 11172530. Please use your surname as reference. 

PARISH  NEWS.

St. Andrews Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service 09.15am.

CREAM  TEAS

Every Sunday afternoon in Lt.Missenden Church . Take a stroll through the Village and stop for some yummy cake and a refreshing cup of tea. 

APRES LE  FETE  

The Village Hall Committee would like to thank everyone who supported our Fete last Saturday on another successful event.  The inclement weather conditions regrettably did not permit the Hurricane to take off from Lincolnshire.   Pictures of the Fete and Flower Festival now on the website at Hyde Heath.com

Hyde Heath Theatre Club  have their production of “CURTAIN  UP”  this week  from Thursday 18th – Sat. 20th with matinee at 2.30pm on Saturday.  

SUNDAY MAY 21st.

Half Day workshop from 10am – 2pm in the Village Hall. Automatic writing and psychic art.  Bring a bottle of water . Hot refreshements. £24. per person. Ring Jo on 01494-773275

MONDAY MAY 22nd 

Psychic Supper at The Plough: Curry Night with sides to follow by a 15min. reading. 6,30pm: 7.30pm: 8pm: £25pp tickets available. 

HYDE  HEATH  VILLAGE  SOCIETY

The society exists to address issues which affect life in the Village: recent examples being the installation of the Permanent Vehicle Activated Sign. 

Following the sad passing of former chairman, Ray Challinor, (who will soon by commemorated by a bench sited near the school and a plaque outside the Shop) HHVS is now chaired by Stephen Burke. The Committee meet  regularly, and the AGM will take place in the autumn – Monday November 6th in the Plough. To find out more about the Society and for details of membership visit:-www.hhvs.org.uk 

Another important date for the diary is the open meeting of the Lt. Missenden Parish Council in the Village Hall on Monday 4th September.

HAND BELLS  

The Jinglies meet this Friday at 7.45pm in St.Andrews Church.

CRICKET

The match this week is at HOME  to The Pelicans commencing at 2pm

VIP’s  MEET  AT  THE  PLOUGH

YES  FOLKS  IT  IS  THE WEEKEND  OUR  OWN  VILLAGE  FETE !

The Fete opens at 1.30pm – BUT in the  morning we do need help with setting up the stalls, 

HELPERS  ARE  ALWAYS NEEDED in running stalls, controlling traffic, parking then clearing away at the end of the day.  Even an hour of your time to assist in any way , David  Coulton will be extremely grateful  :- 01494-775967 e-mail: davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk .  

SILENT AUCTION

Some great prizes for you to bid upon again this year. Flyers have been distributed so you can bid in advance as well as on the day. Pre Fete bids can be handed into the shop or online until Friday at 10.00pm – but do check on the day to make sure you are not outbid.  Bids at the Fete on the day until 4.00pm

PRODUCE &  CRAFT  SHOW   

Once again the entry forms have been sent out and they are still available online or from the Shop. www.hydeheath.com

FLYPAST   

We are fortunate to have the Britain Memorial Flypast – THE HURRICANE.  

Scheduled for 2pm  , weather permitting.

MUSIC   

Live music played thoughout the afternoon by The Amersham Brass Band. 

FLOWER FESTIVAL

Take time to go into St.Andrews Church and look at the beautiful flower arrangements to which every group in the Village contribute. The pretty  Church comes alive with  colours, perfume and artistry of the flower arrangers. 

PLEASE DO ATTEND AND MAKE IT A FETE DAY TO REMEMBER.

PARISH  NEWS

May 14th  -  Growing Up. 

The format will be a time of approximately 25 mins long with the children and family at 10am. Followed by coffee and croissants at 10.30am. A shortened communion service will follow at 11am. 

CREAM  TEAS

The ever popular Cream Teas start at 2.30pm – 5pm in Lt. Missenden Church. There is something rather special about sitting outside in the grounds of the Church with a cup of tea and a slice of mouth watering cake on a warm , sunny Sunday afternoon.  

ST.ANDREW’s 

HYDE  HEATH  Sunday morning Service is 09.15am.

This week the church will remain open during the afternoon for the Flower Festival.

CRICKET

This week’s match is AWAY to The Lee. Commencing at 2pm.

VILLAGE  FETE

If you don’t already know – the Fete is on Saturday 13th May commencing at 1.30pm.
 

SILENT AUCTION

 There are some great prizes for you to bid for again this year . Flyers have been put through your letter boxes so that you can bid in advance as well as on Fete Day. Pre-Fete day bids can be handed into the Shop or made online (Village website) but do check on the day that you are not outbid!

There will be a PRODUCE AND CRAFT SHOW: see online or pick up a schedule of classes and entry forms in the Shop or download from www.hydeheath.com 

FLYPAST  

We are very fortunate to have the Britain Memorial Flypast – THE HURRICANE.

Scheduled for 2pm weather permitting.  

The success of the Fete is very dependent upon people! Donations for several stalls are needed and would be appreciated for the White Elephant Stall: Books : Cakes: Raffle Prizes. Helpers are also needed for setting up in the morning, the BBQ, running stalls, traffic marshalling, car parking and then clearing away at the end. If you are new to the Village , this is a great way to get involved . 

PARISH  NEWS

There will be a Flower Festival in St. Andrews Church on Fete Day and the day after.

Do look in and take in the wonderful perfume and artistry of the Floral arrangements.

St. Andrews . Hyde Heath  Sunday morning Service is 09.15am.

HYDE  HEATH  CHAPEL

We welcome new residents , Paul Barton and his family who has been employed by The Chapel as their first employee. They have taken up residence in The Manse behind the Chapel and his role is to build up the work of the church and seek to reach out to the local community. 

CRICKET

The match this week is At Home against Chiltern Crusaders commencing at 2pm.

HAND BELLS – THE JINGLIES

Meet this Friday 5th May in St. Andrew’s Church at 7.45pm.

VILLAGE FÊTE

This annual event takes place on Saturday 13th May starting at 1.30pm. 

Preparations are in the final stages. Ruth and David Coulton have circulated every house in the Village with an update laying out the entertainment programme for the afternoon. As usual it is a full and varied programme.

SILENT AUCTION

There are some great prizes for you to bid for again this year in the SILENT AUCTION. Flyers should be coming through your letter box so that you can bid in advance as well as on Fête day. Pre Fête days bids can be handed into the Shop or made online (Village website) but do check on the day that you are not outbid!

There will be a PRODUCE & CRAFT SHOW; see online or pick up a schedule of classes and entry forms in the Shop or download from www.hydeheath.com

FLYPAST 

We are very fortunate to have The Battle of Britain Memorial Flypast—The Hurricane is scheduled for 2pm. This will be dependent on the weather of course.

The success of the Fête is very dependent upon people! Donations for several stalls are needed and would be much appreciated  ---we need Raffle Prizes, White Elephant “things”, Books, Cakes (please do bake a cake). Helpers are also needed for setting up in the morning, the BBQ, running stalls, traffic marshalling, car parking and then clearing up at the end. This is a great opportunity to get to know people and to become involved especially if you are new to the village or haven’t helped before. Please contact Dave Coulton on     01494 775967   or email   davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk

The LITTER PICKUP last Saturday was a great success—judged by the mountains of purple bags etc. Thank you to everyone who was involved.


The Hyde Heath Village Society Road Safety initiative is going well. The Village Shop have just donated £3000 towards another speed reminder (at the Amersham end of Weedon Hill) but a further £5000 is still needed. Thank you all who have pledged.  If you can help with a pledge & ”get us the last mile”  please contact  roads@hhvs.org.uk     

St Andrew’s Church this Sunday will be Holy Communion at 9.15am. There will be a Flower Festival in church to coincide with the Fête; do pop in.

Gary Beynon    (Pauline is away this week)

VILLAGE  FETE  

Our Annual Fete is on Saturday May 13th commencing at 1.30pm and preparations are now in their final stages with a Management Committee Meeting taking place this Thursday at 8.45pm in the Village Hall.

David and Ruth Coulton have circulated an update to every household in the Village laying out the entertainment programme for the afternoon.

SILENT  AUCTION

Some great prizes for you to bid on again this year. Pre Fete day bids can be handed into the Shop or placed online now but do check on the day to ensure you are not outbid !   Remember –  On line bidding is NOW OPEN at www.HydeHeath.com  

PRODUCE & CRAFT SHOW

Schedule of classes and entry forms on line ay www.hydeheath.com and in the Shop.

HELPERS  NEEDED:

As always we do need more helpers – be it to help set up in the morning, run stalls, control traffic and parking then clear away at the end of the day.  If you are new to the Village this is a great opportunity to get to know people and become involved.  Please contact David Coulton on:- 01494-775967 email: davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk 

We are indeed fortunate to have BBMF Hurricane Flypast – weather permitting. 

DONATIONS

Several stalls do need donations:  Raffle Prizes: White Elephant : Books: Cakes – please do bake a cake for this ever popular stall.

HAND  BELLS 

The Jinglies meet this Friday evening in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm. 

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews Church Hyde Heath Morning Service  9.15am

BROWNIES

During the Easter Holidays the Brownies went on a “Harry Potter” themed pack holiday to Harefield with other Brownies from Chesham Bois.  Fortunately the weather was fine and everyone had a great time.

The first meeting of the summer term will be next Monday 24th April. Hyde Heath Brownies has vacancies.  The Brownies come from both inside and outside the Village and attend six different local schools . If you daughter is interested in joining please contact Shanta Gillott at :- hydeheathbrownies@outlook.com 

VILLAGE  SHOP

EASTER  WEEKEND.  Lots of lovely chocolates/ cards and cakes in the shop to tempt you this weekend.  Look at the display just inside the door.

W.I

Meet this Thursday 13th  at 8pm in the Village Hall.  The speaker this month is Josie Jeffrey on her subject “Confessions of an errant allotmenteer.

CRAFT FAIR

At Hyde End this weekend from Good Friday to Easter Monday.  Open 10am – 5pm.

FOOD FAIR  

At Gt. Missenden. 10am – 5pm.

PARISH  NEWS

EASTER LILIES

Anyone wishing to order an Easter Lily in  memory of a loved one should contact Pauline Lamb on 01494-784889 with a name/names together with £1.50p per Lily , by signing the list in the Church Porch or by replying to the Church: www.lmchurch.org . A list of names will be laid on the altar to be Blessed on Easter Day.

MAUNDAY  THURSDAY  APRIL 13th

Holy Communion at 7.30pm

GOOD FRIDAY  14th  APRIL

Meditation at the Cross at 2pm

EASTER  SUNDAY  16th  APRIL

Holy Communion at 8am. Sung Eucharist at 10.30am with the lighting of the Easter Fire outside the Church, reneweal of baptismal vows and following the Service an Easter Egg Hunt for the children in the churchyard. There will be NO evensong at 6pm.

St. ANDREWS  HYDE HEATH

Morning Service 09.15am.

CRICKET

The season commences on Sunday 23rd April with an away match vs Bank of England

MOTHERS  DAY  THIS  SUNDAY

If you haven’t already bought you card or present , look in the Village Shop at their display of  gifts, chocolates , plant and flower arrangements. 

THE  PLOUGH 

Having purchased your gifts for Mum, make her day by booking Sunday Lunch at The Plough and enjoy one of Steve’s mega Sunday Roasts.

HYDE  HEATH  PRE-SCHOOL EVENT.

EASTER EGG HUNT:  SATURDAY 25TH MARCH 2pm – 4pm  

Enjoy a lovely family afternoon in the Great Outdoors with a Chocolate Easter Egg for each paying participant.  Refreshments and pocket money games will continue the fun at the end of the trail.  Tickets can be bought from Just Giving at :- https://justgiving.com/hydeheath-preschool.  Proceeds go to Hyde Heath Pre-School.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews . Hyde Heath Sunday Morning Service 09.15am.

EASTER  LILIES

Anyone wishing to order an Easter Lily in memory of a loved one should let Pauline Lamb have a note of the name/names together with £1.50 per Lily. Contact 01494-784889 ,by signing the list in the Church Porch or by replying to the church:- www.lmchurch.org A list of the names will be laid on the altar to be Blessed on Easter Day.

VILLAGE  SHOP

MOTHER’S  DAY  this important day in any family’s diary falls on Sunday March 26^th.  The Shop has a very attractive display of appropriate Cards and Gifts.  You don’t have to spend a fortune on showing your appreciation to your Mother for all she does throughout the year.

THE  PLOUGH

Having bought your Card and your Gifts why not book lunch at The Plough and treat your Mother to Sunday Lunch.  Steve is taking bookings and his Sunday Roasts come highly recommended.

PARISH  NEWS

St. Andrews . Hyde Heath Sunday morning service at 09.15am

EASTER LILIES

Anyone wishing to order an Easter Lily in memory of a loved one should let Pauline Lamb have a note of the name/names together with £1.50 per lily. Contact No. 01494-784889 , by signing the list in the Church Porch or by replying to the church www.lmchurch.org  A list of the names will be laid on the altar to be Blessed on Easter Day.

DOG  FOULING

I have received several phone calls requesting me to publicise this anti-social behaviour by some Dog Owners .  The pathway from Brays Lane to the Shop and on the Common has become a Doggy paradise latrine. There are enough Dog Litter bins supplied around the Village and despite this some dog owners really can’t be bothered to pick up their dog’s mess and leave it for children to tread in and possibly fall into.

One very kind resident came and removed all the dog’s mess from alongside the pathway which connects Westfield with Harvest Bank after I had counted 6 piles just left there by one Dog owner.  The same problem occurs along the pathway which connects  Westfield with Walnut Way.  Obviously these dog owners do not have a conscience .  

WHO WILL VOLUNTEER TO CLEAN UP THE COMMON BEFORE THIS NEXT EVENT ?

HYDE  HEATH  PRE-SCHOOL EVENT          

 EASTER EGG HUNT.  SATURDAY 25^th MARCH 2pm – 4pm

Enjoy a lovely family afternoon in the Great Outdoors with a Chocolate Easter Egg for each paying participant.  Refreshments and pocket money games will continue the fun at the end of the trail. Tickets can be bought from Just Giving at :- https://justgiving.com/hydeheath-preschool. Proceeds go to Hyde Heath Pre-School.

VILLAGE  SHOP

We are still looking for this extra pair of hands to help with the marking up of the Weekend Papers.  The task involves arriving at 6.30am to take in and mark up the paper rounds. It generally takes 2 people approx 45mins to complete and you only need to do 1 weekend in 5, unless “swops” are required.  Contact Ruth in the shop on 774252 or 775967.

MOTHERS  DAY

This important day in any family’s diary falls on Sunday March 26th.  The Shop has a very attractive display of appropriate Cards and Gifts. You don’t have to spend a fortune on showing your appreciation to your Mother for all she does for the family throughout the year.

PARISH  NEWS

This Sunday March 12th is the Sundays@10 for the children and families with the theme of “Tempting” followed at 10.30am with croissants and coffee. 

At 11am there will be a short service of Holy Communion.  

St. Andrews. Hyde Heath . Sunday morning service at 09.15am.

EASTER  LILIES

Anyone wishing to order an Easter Lily in memory of a loved one should let Pauline Lamb have a note of the name/names together with £1.50 per lily. Contact no. 01494-784889 , by signing the list in the Church Porch or by replying to the church www.lmchurch.org . A list of the names will be laid on the altar to be Blessed on Easter Day.

W.I

Meet this Thursday at 8pm . The speaker this month is Richard Smith on the topic of “HEATHROW and HOW IT WORKS.”  

Their Charity this year is “The Pepper Foundation”. 

There will be events throughout the year to promote this Charity and will be published nearer the time.

VILLAGE  SOCIETY  UPDATE  PROGRESS &  PLEDGES FOR DONATION

Many thanks to the generosity of those who have already made a pledge for a donation, some exceeding all our expectations. In spite of this we are still short of our objective and have only 1 week to submit our total pledge. This is all to help with the improved safety of Weedon Hill/Hyde Heath Road for our children, elderly and every day pedestrians..  You simply have to complete the following : I agree to pledge the sum of xxx pounds as a donation for the road safety project  –

Reply to:- marzoukwalid123@gmail.com   Hyde Heath Village Society.

This has been a major issue for many , many years . Don’t let this opportunity fall on stony ground through lack of support and for the group of people who are working hard for the safety of our village.

VILLAGE  SHOP

Our Shop runs on the help of many volunteers as well as paid employees. This dedicated band of assistants keep the shop running and without future help the shop will be fighting for survival. Villages and village amenities are disappearing fast with ever reaching “new builds” and the green belt becoming another concrete jungle. With no public transport to speak of and the Age Concern Bus being withdrawn, please do not let this happen in our village. 

There has been several requests over recent weeks for an extra pair of hands to help with marking up the Weekend Papers.  So far no-one has come forward. The task involves arriving at 6.30am to take in and mark up the paper rounds. It generally takes 2 people approx. 45mins to complete and you will need to do one weekend in 5, unless “swops” are required.  Contact Ruth in the shop on 774252 or 775967.

On the same theme – help is needed serving in the shop. We require cover for a Wednesday afternoon from 1 – 5pm.  This is a paid position. Once again contact Ruth on the above numbers. 

MOTHERS  DAY

This important event in the calender year falls on Sunday 26th March. Cards and goodies are already in the Shop so there is no excuse for  “forgetting” this day.  

PARISH  NEWS

Friday 3rd March is Women’s World of Day Prayer. 10.30am at St. Peter and St. Paul Gt. Missenden followed by soup and refreshements. This year prepared by the women of the Philippines.  Their theme will be “Am I being unfair to you”.  

St . Andrews . Hyde Heath . Sunday Morning Service at 09.165am.

ABBA NIGHT AT  THE  VILLAGE  HALL

If you haven’t got your tickets this event is now SOLD  OUT

SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Melissa Laing.

THE  PLOUGH PSYCHIC FISH and  CHIP  SUPPER

Monday 27th February sittings still available for 6.30pm and 8.30pm followed by a reading with a gifted clairvoyant.  Tickets £25 from The Plough or Jo Bradley on 01494-773275.  Cash Only.

VILLAGE  SHOP  VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED.

Still urgently need an extra pair of hands marking up the Weekend Papers.  Task involves arriving at 6.30am to take in and mark up the paper rounds.  It generally takes 2 people approx. 45mins to complete and you will need to do one weekend in 5, unless “swops” are required.  Contact Ruth in the shop on 774252 or 775967.

PARISH NEWS

TUESDAY  28th  FEBRUARY IS PANCAKE DAY and Fr. John warmly invites you to the Vicarage at 7pm for pancakes and drinks.

Ash Wednesday : Solemn Eurcharist for the 1st day of Lent with the imposition of Ashes at 7pm 

Friday March 3rd. Women’s World of Day Prayer. 10.30am at St. Peter and St. Paul Gt. Missenden followed by soup and refreshements. This year prepared by the women of the Philippines . Their theme will be “Am I being unfair to you”.

ABBA  NIGHT  AT  THE  VILLAGE  HALL

Come and meet your “WATERLOO” with the “SUPER TROUPERS” on SATURDAY MARCH 4th at 7.30pm. Tickets £18 to include Supper, available from the Village Shop .  Tickets are going fast so get in there quickly .

SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM.

I have to report some very sad news for the residents who use the Age Concern Bus to Chesham.  Due to lack of support for this service it is  going to be withdrawn unless there is a sudden influx of passengers, it can no longer be a viable proposition. The decision to do this has been put off for some time, but now there is no option but to cancel the Friday bus and let Age Concern use the bus for another group.

Derek and his team have worked so hard to keep this service going as it has run for 30yrs , with the additional outings which everyone enjoyed so much .

Your Driver this week is:  Marian Dickinson. 

VILLAGE  SHOP  VOLUNTEERS URGENTLY NEEDED.

Once again we put out a plea to help the present team in marking up the Weekend Papers.  Task involves arriving at 6.30am to take in and mark up the paper rounds. It generally takes 2 people approx. 45mins to complete and you will need to do one weekend in 5 , unless “swops” are required.  Contact Ruth Coulton in the shop on 774252 or 01494-775967

THE  PLOUGH PSYCHIC FISH and  CHIP SUPPER

Monday 27th February sittings still available for 6.30pm and 8.30pm followed by a reading with a gifted clairvoyant.  Tickets £25 from The Plough or Jo Bradley on 01494-773275.        Cash only.

PARISH  NEWS

Friday March 3rd is Women’s Day of Prayer at 10.30am in the church of St. Peter and St. Paul Gt. Missenden.  Any offers to provide a reader from our Parish please contact John Craig 01494-864651

Sunday 12th March is the Sunday@10familyservice . The Theme will be “A Lenten Journey”.

St. Andrew’s Church. Hyde Heath :  Sunday morning service 09.15am.

W.I

I have received news that a long term member , Pat Dickens , who lived in the Village from 1960 and was the first President of the Village W.I  has passed away. She and her husband moved from the Village and eventually retired to Chipping Norton. Her service will be held on 23rd February at 11am in St. Mary’s Church. Chipping Norton.

POLICE  ALERT

Another SCAM is doing it’s rounds. This one accuses Bank Staff of committing offences. Do not divulge another personal information regarding your Bank Accounts, Pin Numbers, Direct Debits  and anyone posing as a Police Officers calling from Scotland Yard. The Fraudsters are also sending out Official Looking Bank-Headed  letters .  Do be diligent and contact the Fraud Squad if in any doubt.

ABBA  NIGHT AT  THE  VILLAGE  HALL

Come and join the “SUPER TROUPERS”  on SATURDAY 4th MARCH at 7.30pm 

Tickets £18 to include Supper available from the Village Shop.  The tickets are going fast so get in there quickly 

SHOPPING BUS  TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Derek Faversham

RAY  CHALLINOR

It is with great sadness that I inform you that Ray Challinor has passed away.  Ray had a tremendous input in our Village over very many years and we send our deepest condolences to his Family.  Please respect their privacy at this very difficult time.

VILLAGE  SHOP VOLUNTEER URGENTLY NEEDED

Once again we put out a plea to help the present team in marking up the Weekend Papers.  Task involves arriving at 6.30am to take in and mark up the paper rounds. It generally takes 2 people approx. 45minutes to complete and you will need to do one weekend in 5 unless “swops”  are required. Contact Ruth Coulton in the shop on 774252 or 01494-775967

VALENTINE GIFTS and CARDS are on display  just inside the Shop door.

Take a few minutes to look and choose something for that special person .   

THE  PLOUGH  PSYCHIC FISH and CHIP  SUPPER

27th February  sittings still available for 6.30pm and 8.30pm followed by a reading with a gifted clairvoyant . Tickets £25 from The Plough or Jo Bradley  on 01494-7732785.  Cash Only  . This date is a correction to one printed in a previous Newsletter.

W.I 

Meet this evening at 8pm . The speaker is Mrs. Janet Dineen on “Happy Easter”.

PARISH  NEWS

Friday 3rd March is Womens World of  Prayer at 10.30am in the church of St.Peter and St. Paul. Great Missenden. Any offers to provide a reader from our Parish please contact Joan Craig 01494-864651

Sunday 12th March  is the Sunday@10familyservice  the Service Theme will be “A Lenten Journey.

St. Andrews Church Hyde Heath : Sunday Morning Service 09.15am.

CHARITY ROTARY CLUB RACE NIGHT

Gt.Missenden Rotary Club are holding a Race Meeting on Saturday 11th February in Prestwood Village Hall at 7.30pm.  Bar provided . Bring your own nibbles/picnic.  Tickets £10 available from Brian Barnett on 07974-152058

HAND  BELLS  -  THE  JINGLIES

Meet this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm.

SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Charlie Carrington

PARISH  NEWS

Sunday 5th February  our first Sunday@10FamilyServiceof2017 when the theme will be “Candlemas the end of Christmas” 

SATURDAY FEBRUARY 11th FISH and  CHIPS AT THE PLOUGH

This evening of “Holistic” Fish and Chips has 3 sittings. There are a few seats left for the 6.30pm and 8.30pm sittings. Tickets available at The Plough

CHARITY  ROTARY CLUB RACE NIGHT

Gt. Missenden Rotary Club are holding a Race Meeting on Saturday 11th February in Prestwood Village Hall at  7.30pm. Bar provided. Bring your own picnic/nibbles . 

Tickets £10 available from Brian Barnett on 07974-152068

THAMES VALLEY ALERT

Recently there has been a large increase in the number of garage and shed burglaries in the Chilterns and South Bucks area. These have predominantly taken place in the evenings and overnight, targeting items such as garden tools and sports equipment.

Ensure that your garages and sheds are locked and secure. Record any serial numbers or distinguishing marks on items in your garage or shed.

VILLAGE SOCIETY PROGRESS AND PLEDGES

A  brief update on the Speeding Issue continuously being raised as one of the main concerns of the Villagers. Approval has been granted for a PVAS Sign and extra money is being allocated for School 20mph speed flashing signs and white lines on Weedon Hill/Hyde Heath Road.  The final figure will depend on our ability to raise the 50% required of the £19,000.00p needed. There are already 2 pledges and hope for more. 

Please read the full Village Society Paper in the Notice Board outside the Shop.

SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM 

Your driver this week is Melissa Laing

HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE  COMPANY

It is PANTO – TIME   -   Oh yes it is !   Come along this weekend and see PETER  PAN  FLY THROUGH THE AIR in the Village Hall on January 26th/27th/28th at 7.30pm . Matinee 2.30pm on Saturday at 2.30pm.  Tickets available from the Village Shop . HHTC Box Office 07840-965411 or on line www.ticketsourceco.uk/hyde-heath-theatre-co-tickets £10 and £9 concessions.   NB   Saturday Matinee now SOLD OUT

THE  PLOUGH – MONDAY 30th JANUARY CHINESE HOROSCOPE

Celebrate the Chinese New Year and see what 2017 holds for you.

Receive your Chinese Horoscope plus Tarot Card Readings. No Booking Required – just turn up on the night.  7 – 10pm. Admission £18.

PARISH NEWS

Sunday 5th February  our first Sunday@10 Family Service of 2017 when the theme will be “Candlemas the end of Christmas

Hyde Heath Morning Service at St.Andrews  is 09.15am.

BROWNIES

The Spring term frequently involves food activities.  The Brownies will be working on their “Chocolate” Badge . This involves various activities , puzzles and games based around a chocolate theme. Tasting is very popular . Any girls age between 7 – 9 who are interested in joining , there are vacancies. E-mail: Shant Gillott at : hydeheathbrownies@outlook.com 

VILLAGE  HALL

A sum of £300 was raised from our Village Hall Carol Concert on Christmas Eve, which will be presented to the Hospice of St. Francis.

MIRTH,  MARVELS  and  the  MYSTERIOUS  IN  THE  VILLAGE  HALL

All will be seen in THE  SECRET WORLD OF CHARLES DICKENS through the eyes of IAN  KEABLE  on Saturday 4th February at 7.30pm.  Tickets £18 to include supper available from The Village Shop of 01494-773139

SATURDAY  FEBRUARY  11th  FISH and  CHIPS  AT  THE  PLOUGH

This evening of “Holistic” Fish and Chips has 3 sittings. There are a few seats  left for the 6.30pm and 8.30pm sittings. Tickets available at The Plough.

CHARITY ROTARY CLUB RACE NIGHT

Gt. Missenden Rotary Club are holding a Race Meeting on Saturday 11th February in Prestwood Village Hall at 7.30pm. Bar provided . Bring your own picnic/nibbles. Tickets £10 available from Brian Barnett on 07974-152068

HAND BELLS -  THE JINGLIES

Meet  this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 19.45pm.

SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM 

Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson

HYDE  HEATH   VILLAGE  FETE

This may seem far off  - BUT -  the committee who organise this event have their first meeting of the year on Monday evening 23rd January  at 9pm in The Minstrels Gallery in The Plough.    

A lot of hard work and planning goes  into this annual event and David Coulton who spear-heads this very popular local fete with a small group of dedicated residents is always looking for willing helpers.  We have the same problem every year in getting people on board to help  with  setting up, car parking, clearing away,   being “a go-fer”  and generally just being involved.   More hands make light work as well as being part of a very sociable team.  

HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE  COMPANY

THE  PLOUGH 

MONDAY  30th  JANUARY  CHINESE HOROSCOPE NIGHT

Celebrate The Chinese New Year and see what 2017 holds for you.

Receive your Chinese Horoscope plus Tarot Card Reading .

No booking required – just turn up on the night. 7 – 10pm .  Admission £18. 

MIRTH, MARVELS and the MYSTERIOUS IN THE VILLAGE  HALL

All will be seen in THE SECRET WORLD OF CHARLES DICKENS through the eyes of IAN KEABLE on Saturday 4th February at 7.30pm. Tickets £18 to include supper available from the Village Shop or 01494-773139
 

PARISH  NEWS

The Feast of Candlemas Sunday 5th February at 6pm. in Lt. Missenden Church. Candles will be blessed and distributed to the congregation.  If you wish to join us on this occasion it would be very helpful if you could take time to inform the Parish office and help them to prepare sufficient orders of service and candles.

The service will be followed by a wine reception.  

ROTARY CLUB CHARITY RACE NIGHT

Gt. Missenden Rotary Club in partnership with Prestwood Events are a holding a Race Night Meeting on Saturday 11th February in Prestwood Village Hall at 7.30pm . Bar Provided. Bring your own picnic/nibbles. Tickets £10 available from Brian Barnett on 07974-152068 

SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Melissa Laing.

W.I. 

Meet this evening at 8pm in the Village Hall.  Their speaker this month is Tony Mealing on his subject of “Punch and Judy”. 

A reminder that the annual subs are due this month.

 JINGLIES  HAND  BELLS  

The first meeting of the New Year is this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm. 

Why not come along and try something new this year and join a very friendly group of  Hand Bell ringers under the baton of Ruth Groves.

HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE  COMPANY

Present their annual Pantomime of PETER  PAN when you will see PETER fly through the air on January 26th/27th/28th at 7.30pm . Matinee 2.30pm on Saturday 28th.  

Tickets available from the Village Shop . HHTC Box Office 07840-965411 and on line from www.ticketsource.co.uk/hyde-heath-theatre-co-tickets    £10 and £9 concessions.

MIRTH, MARVELS and the MYSTERIOUS  IN  THE  VILLAGE  HALL

All will be seen in THE  SECRET WORLD OF CHARLES DICKENS through the eyes of IAN  KEABLE on Saturday 4th February at 7.30pm. Tickets £18 to include supper available from the Village Shop or 01494-773139 
 

PARISH  NEWS

Work on St.John’s  Lt. Missenden should be completed this week and Sunday Services resume their normal times.

ST.  ANDREW’S CHURCH  HYDE  HEATH  Sunday Morning Service 09.15am

SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM   Your driver this week is Charlie Carrington

A VERY HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OUR RESIDENTS

PARISH NEWS

The Church of St. Johns in Lt. Missenden will be inaccessible for approximately 10 days from 3rd. January for essential remedial building work.  The Church will be locked during this time and there will be no admission.  This means that there will be no services in this Church on Sunday 8th January, but the congregation will be more than welcome to join the congregation of HYDE HEATH for the 09.15am service.

DRINKS PARTY AT THE VICARAGE

Should you be free this Thursday evening 5th January (the eve of the feast of The Epiphany) please join Fr. John and other members of the Parish at the Vicarage from 7pm for a twelfth   Night Party. 

W.I

Will have their first meeting of the New Year on Thursday 12th January in The Village Hall at 8pm.  The speaker for this month’s meeting is Tony Mealing on his subject of “PUNCH & JUDY”.

The yearly Subscriptions are due this month
 

HAND BELLS

The first meeting for this year of “THE JINGLIES” is on Friday 13th January in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm.

HYDE HEATH THEATRE COMPANY

Present their annual pantomime of PETER PAN on January 26th/27th/28th at 7.30pm. Matinee on Jan. 28th at 2.30pm.  

Tickets available from the Village Shop. HHTC Box Office 07840-965411. and on line from www.ticketsource.co.uk/hyde-heath-theatre-co-tickets   £10 and £9 concessions.