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PARISH  NEWS This Sunday 20th December there are two opportunities for Lessons & Carols in the Parish.  10am at St. Andrews, Hyde Heath  and 6pm at Lt. Missenden . The evening service will be by candlelight followed by mulled wine and mince pies. Christmas Eve Children’s Crib Service at 4.30pm.         Midnight Mass 11.30pm preceded by carols 11pm. Christmas Day: 8am and l0.30am in Lt.Missenden.      9.15am  St. Andrews. Hyde Heath. CHURCHES  TOGETHER   CHRISTMAS  LUNCH The Annual Christmas Lunch will be held in Gt. Missenden Baptist Church for singles or couples on their own from 12.30pm – 3.15pm. Contact: Mary Spooner 01494-862431. Carole Hume: 866143: Joan Craig rodneycrfaig@talktalk.net   THE  PLOUGH  AT  CHRISTMAS Make your reservations NOW for a bounteous , mouthwatering CHRISTMAS DAY FEAST with Steve & Jo £45 per person from 12noon – 3pm.   OPENING TIMES OVER THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD Xmas Eve    12noon – Midnight            Xmas Day Lunch 12noon – 3pm         Evening     7pm -    11pm Boxing Day  12noon – Midnight NEW YEAR’s EVE    12noon – Late   HANDBELLS   Meet this Friday at 7.45pm – 9.45pm in St. Andrews Church   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM      Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson   THIS WILL BE THE LAST NEWSLETTER OF THE YEAR . FROM YOUR NEWSLETTER TEAM  CHRIS  SARGEANT AND MYSELF WE WISH YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home   December 10th Traditional Carols – Christmas Eve 4.30pm – Village Hall Mince Pies – Mulled Wine SHOP Christmas Puddings as Mother used to make  are now in stock as are Christmas Cards, Christmas Stamps and a variety of Christmas products.   THE  PLOUGH  AT  CHRISTMAS  Make your reservations now for a bounteous Christmas Day Feast with Steve and Jo . £45 per person from 12.noon – 3pm.  OPENING TIMES OVER THE CHRISTMAS PERIOD: Xmas Eve                    12 noon – Midnight Xmas Day                    Lunch  12noon – 3pm                                        Evening  7pm – 11pm Boxing Day                      12noon - Midnight NEW YEAR’S  EVE           12noon – Late    CHRISTMAS  FLOAT The Rotary Club of Gt. Missenden & District will be guiding their sleigh around Hyde Heath on THURSDAY  10th  DECEMBER from 5.30pm – 7.30pm. The route will be: Brays Lane, Brays Meadow, Brays Green Lane, Walnut Way, Westfield, Harvest Bank, and Walnut Way to Keepers Lane.   PARISH  NEWS BEER  AND  CAROLS    This Saturday evening 12th December at 8pm – 10pm in a marquee in  the grounds of Lt. Missenden Church. Admission £5 .  Beer, Mulled Wine, Soft Drinks, Roasted Chestnuts and Mince Pies. All proceeds go towards the maintenance of the Parish Church. SUNDAY  13th  DECEMBER Family Christingle Service at St. Johns. Lt. Missenden. The children will havethe opportunity to exchange an envelope with a donation to the work of the Children’s Society for a Christingle. All are welcome but to ensure that there enough Christingles please advise the office in advance on 01494-862008  office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk SUNDAY  20th  FAMILY CAROLS AT ST. ANDREWS.  HYDE  HEATH. 10.am. AMERSHAM BAND CONCERT  Sunday 13th December at Kings Church , Raans Road , Amersham at 3pm .Admission £5. Mince Pies, Tea ,Coffee Soft  Drinks   AMERSHAM  COMMUNITY CHOIR CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT 16TH December in Kings Church, Raans Road , Amersham .7.30pm. Tickets £10. Tickets available from the Church or Waterstones. Amersham   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM   Your driver this week is Mary Collins. Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home   December 3rd SHOP  The Shop is now stocking Christmas Puddings , Pies, Cards and a variety of other Christmas products. HAND BELLS Meet this Friday 4th December in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm – 9.45pm. VILLAGE  HALL This Sunday December 6th is a “MIND, BODY & SPIRIT FAIR”  12.30pm – 5pm. Lots of mini therapies, readings, gifts, raffle, tombola, refreshments, home made cakesetc. Gift vouchers available on the day. CHRISTMAS  FLOAT The Rotary Club of Gt. Missenden & District has collected Father Christmas from the North Pole and will be guiding his sleigh around Hyde Heath on THURSDAY 10th DECEMBER from 5.30 – 7.30pm. His route will be:- Brays Lane, Brays Meadow, Brays Green Lane, Walnut Way, Westfield, Harvest Bank and Walnut Way to Keepers Lane. PARISH  NEWS Sunday 13th December at 4pm will be a Family  Christingle Service at St. Johns, Lt. Missenden . During the service the children will have the opportunity to exchange an envelope with a donation to the work of the Children’s Society for a Christingle. All are welcome at this service but to ensure there are enough Christingles please advise the office in advance on 01494-862008  office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk CHURCHES TOGETHER  CHRISTMAS  LUNCH  2015 The annual Christmas Day Lunch will be held in the Gt. Missenden Baptist Church Hall for singles or couples on their own from . 12.30pm for 1pm and ending approx. 3.15pm. A traditional lunch is served followed by a light hearted quiz and Carols. No charge is made for the lunch and transport can be arranged. Please contact Mary Spooner 01494-862431: Carole Hulme 866143 or Joan Craig : rodneycrfaig@talktalk.net. AMERSHAM COMMUNITY CHOIR CHARITY CHRISTMAS CONCERT Will take place at Kings Church , Amersham on 16th December at 7.30pm. Tickets £10 available from the Church and Waterstones, Amersham. SHOPPING  BUS:  Lunch at The Full Moon and a trip to London to see the Christmas Lights and a break for coffee  Your driver for this annual event is Derek Faversham.  Sounds lovely..   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home         November 26th THE  VILLAGE  SHOP  BAZAAR  THIS SATURDAY 28th NOVEMBER The Bazaar opens its’ doors at 09.30am – 12noon.  Lots of Christmas goodies to look at and buy.  A variety of Crafts, Jewellery and Home Produce of high quality. Refreshments will be available throughout the morning . Steve and Jo from The Plough will be serving up hot Bacon Butties on the patio. Entertainment from School Children and our local Hand Bell Choir. PLEASE  COME  ALONG  AND  SUPPORT  YOUR  LOCAL  SHOP  AT THIS EVENT HYDE  HEATH  VILLAGE  SOCIETY The Society will be holding their AGM on Thursday 26th November at 8pm in The Minstrels Gallery in The Plough . Among the issues to be discussed will be speeding through the Village  and an update of the dreaded HS2.  If anyone has any other issues please advise the society and it will be added to the agenda. PARISH  NEWS This Sunday being the Sunday closest to the Feast of St. Andrew, there will be no service at 10.30am at Lt. Missenden as everyone is invited to join the congregation at St. Andrew’s Church , Hyde Heath at 10.30am. There will be an 8am communion as normal at Lt. Missenden and at 6pm in place of Evensong . The Annual Advent Carol Service by candlelight followed by a glass of wine will follow. HAND  BELLS Meet this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm – 9.45pm.  VILLAGE  HALL On December 6th a  MIND,  BODY  &  SPIRIT  FAIR will take place from 12.30pm – 5pm. Lots of mini therapies , readings, gifts for Christmas, raffle, tombola, refreshments , home made cakes and much more. Gift vouchers available on the day which make ideal gifts. This certainly is a “FAIR” with  difference and highlights the diversity of the Village Hall to be used for all purposes.   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM.  Your driver this week is Melissa Laing.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home       November 19th HERE WE ARE , HERE WE ARE, HERE WE ARE AGAIN ! Yes, THE OLD TIME MUSIC HALL  is this weekend Friday and Saturday evening in The Village Hall. If you haven’t got your tickets now is the time to ring Barbara Cann on 01494-783254 . Tickets are £15.50p which includes supper.  The usual raffle and licensed bar . All proceeds of this very popular annual event goes to the Village Scouts, School , Preschool and upkeep of the Village Hall. VILLAGE  SHOP  BAZAAR Another extremely popular and well attended event takes place on Saturday November 28th from 09.30am – 12noon.  There is always a variety of Crafts, Jewellery, Home Produce Stalls of high quality. Refreshments will be served throughout the morning in the Hall.  Bacon Butties will be served by Steve and Jo from The Plough . Entertainment will be provided by the Children from the School Singing and our local Hand Bell Choir.   PARISH  QUIZ  NIGHT Saturday 28th November in the Village Hall commencing at 7.30pm. Tickets are £12.50p which includes supper are available from Fr. John. or office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk phone: 01494-862008.  NB please check for availability as this  is already heavily subscribed.   REV. DAVID HEMSLEY It is with sadness that we learn that our previous Vicar , David Hemsley, passed away on Friday 13th November . He was in intensive care in Stoke Mandeville for the last 2 weeks with a mystery illness from which he did not recover. His funeral will take place at St. Peter and St. Pauls Church , Buckingham on Monday 23rd November at 11am. We send our sincere condolences to his family. SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home       November 12th VILLAGE  SHOP  XMAS  BAZAAR  The Annual Xmas Bazaar will take place on SATURDAY 28TH  NOVEMBER in The Hall from 09.30am – 12 noon.  Among the many stalls will be a variety of Crafts, Home Produce and Jewellery.  To entertain you whilst you “shop till you drop” will be the Children from the School at 10.30am  and The Hand Bell Choir at 11am. Refreshment will be available as will Hot Dogs and Burgers provided by Steve and Jo from The Plough.  PLEASE DO COME ALONG AND SUPPORT YOUR SHOP AND VILLAGE.   OLD  TIME  MUSICAL  HALL  Takes place on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st November in The Village Hall commencing at 7.30pm. Tickets are £15.50p to include supper. Available from Barbara Cann on 01494-783254.  Usual raffle and licensed bar. All proceeds go to the Scouts Group. School. Pre-school and Village Hall.   PARISH  QUIZ  NIGHT  Saturday 28th November at 7.30pm in Hyde Heath Village Hall. Tickets £12.50p which includes a supper. Raffle and Licensed bar. Add your name to the list in Lt. Missenden Church Porch. Fr. John or office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk  phone: 01494-862008    WE  STILL  NEED  YOU  The Shop is still requiring extra help with:-  - Cash & Carry on a Tuesday morning  - Shelf filling with new stock on a Tuesday  - Sorting newspapers and marking up at weekends.   PLEASE give some serious consideration to these requirements. Everything is done a a rota and it is part of our community spirit  to all pull together. We are so lucky to have a Village Shop when so many are closing because of  lack of support . Don’t let ours go the same way.   SHOPPING  BUS TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Mary Collins   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home       November 5th SHOP From this week the Shop will be reintroducing the ever popular Lime Tree Pies. Delivery is due this week so don’t miss out before they all sell out.   W.I Meet  Thursday 12th November. It is the Annual General Meeting. No speaker for this one just a Bring and Buy Table.   HAND  BELLS Meet this Friday evening in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm – 9.45pm. We are now into rehearsing Christmas Music so please come along and join us .   REMEMBRANCE  SUNDAY The service for one of the most moving services of year  is this  SUNDAY 8th NOVEMBER at Lt. Missenden Church at 10.45am. Ready for the Act of Remembrance at 11am with a bugler followed by Morning Prayer.   OLD  TIME  MUSIC  HALL This now well established institution takes place on Friday 20th and Saturday 21st November in the Village Hall. 7.30 for 8pm. Tickets £15.50 each to include supper. Available from Barbara Cann on 01494-783254 . Usual raffle and licensed bar. All proceeds to the Village Scout Group, School , Pre-School and Village Hall.   CHRISTMAS  BAZAAR  IN THE  VILLAGE  HALL Saturday morning 28th November from 09.30am – 12noon. Lots of stalls  and entertainment whilst you shop from the Children of The School and The Hand Bell Choir.   PARISH  QUIZ  NIGHT Saturday 28th November at 7.30pm in Hyde Heath Village Hall. Tickets £12.50 which includes a supper. Raffle and licensed bar. Add your name to the list in the Lt. Missenden Church Porch, Fr. John  or  office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk.   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Derek Faversham.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home       October 29th SHOP Continuing my theme for HALLOWEEN the shop is stocking items for this event with arachnids , ghouls and all things scaaaaary ! Please take on board what was published last week when a poster is clearly displayed in a window of the householder not wishing to participate in this event. Even with an adult please respect this notification. Your Shop NEEDS YOU – Ruth needs a couple of hours a month extra volunteers time to join  rotas to: -     help with the weekly Cash & Carry run on Tuesdays -     help with shelf filling with new stock on Tuesdays    -         help with newspaper sorting and marking up at weekends PLEASE speak to Ruth in the shop if you are willing to help in any way – many hands make light work ! Thank you. THE MOST IMPORTANT BIRTHDAY TO CELEBRATE Connie Mamoy, Kay Phillips mother and a resident at Rayners since 2006 will celebrate her 100th birthday on Sunday 1st November with her family. Much love and congratulations for the memorable occasion. A WEDDING IN THE FAMILY   It has been  a week of celebrations for Peter and Kay Phillips as their son Tom married Charlotte Jones, daughter of Daril and Alyson Jones (also residents in the village) on Saturday 24th October.  HS2 Melissa Laing delivered our HS2 petition in person to the Select Committee of The House of Commons on Monday 19th October. She had 15 mins with them which included slides of the Chiltern Society Walks,  her fitness sessions and currently what it is like crossing the A413.  The Chair even acknowledged that more thought had to go into the groups that use the AONB for exercise. PARISH  NEWS On Sunday November 1st the 6pm Evensong with Solemn Eucharist will be replaced for the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed. During the service the names of the loved ones will be read aloud from the altar. If you would like a name added please inform the Parish Office on 01494-862008 or e-mail: www.lmchurch.org.  NO  SHOPPING  BUS  ON FRIDAY 30th OCTOBER There is a new bus and all drivers need to do a new test before they can drive it. VILLAGE  HALL CMTC are performing “Side by Side by Sondheim on October 29th/30th/31st at 7.30pm. Tickets are £12 (£11 concession) available on 0330-330-2682.  Tickets are available on the door or can be reserved for payment on the door. Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home       October 22nd SHOP  The Shop is now stocking items for Halloween Night. HALLOWEEN I mentioned last week that if you do not wish to participate in the “Trick or Treat” there are posters available to display in your window. These are available from :- www.chiltern.gov.uk/halloween   www.southbucks.gov.uk/halloween  or phone 01494-586535  If you are out and about and see these posters , please respect the householders wishes Not everyone wants to open their doors when it is dark . TAP  DANCE CLASSES STRICTLY   COME  (TAP)  DANCING - Georgie Ketteman runs Tap Dance classes in the Village Hall every Monday morning Improvers/Intermediate from 11.30am – 12.30pm  and Beginners from 12.30pm – 1.30pm. They run term times only and each class is £5. on a PAYG initially. Tap shoes are not required for the first trial lesson and any comfortable clothing you can move comfortably in. The classes are suitable for all ages – even “seniors” and can be tailored depending who is in the group. Contact:- georgie.k.dance@gmail.com  or 07939 – 408059   VILLAGE  HALL CMTC are performing “Side by Side by Sondheim” on October 29th/30th/31st commencing at 7.30pm.  Tickets are £12 (£11 concession) available on 0330-330-2682.   PARISH  NEWS On Sunday November 1st the 6pm Evensong with Solemn Eucharist will be replaced  for the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed . During the service the names of loved ones will be read aloud from the altar. If you would like a name added please inform the Parish Office on 01494-862008 or e-mail: www.lmchurch.org   HAND  BELLS  Rehearse this Friday evening in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm . We have now started on our Christmas programme so do come along and join us . We are friendly and we don’t bite !   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson. Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home     October 15th SHOP The Shop will be stocking items for Halloween Night. HALLOWEEN If you are going to be out and about for this event at the end of the month please take note of the following. POSTERS ARE AVAILABLE TO DISPLAY IN YOUR WINDOW IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO PARTICIPATE . The poster can be downloaded from:- www.chiltern.gov.uk/halloween or www.southbucks.gov.uk/halloween  or phone: 01494-586535 VILLAGE  HALL CMTC are performing “Side by Side by Sodheim on October 29th/30th/31st commencing at 7.30pm. Tickets £12 (£11 concession) available on 0330-330-2682 PARISH  NEWS Are you interested in becoming a “Friend of Little Missenden Church” or are you already on the mailing list? The Parish is extending an invitation to join them for drinks and canapés to mark the “Launch of The Friends of Lt. Missenden Church at Penn Street at the invitation of the Earl and Countess of Howe on Sunday 18th October from 12.30pm to 2pm. Please let the Parish Office know by the latest Friday 16th October : Phone: 01494-862008  e-mail: office@littlemissendenparishchurch.org.uk PRIESTFIELD  ARBORETUM  OPEN  DAY Stony Lane Lt. Kingshill HP16 0DU Sunday 18th October 10.30am – 4pm. Private collection of rare and specimen trees in a delightful 6 acre woodland setting. Admission £2. Free guided tours throughout the day. Regret uneven terrain not suitable for disabled. SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM   Your driver this week is Derek Faversham Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home     October 8th VILLAGE  SHOP Continues to receive and supply fresh produce grown  within the Village. Make the most of this years fruitful harvest while is lasts. THE  PLOUGH The Plough now has a third REAL  ALE on tap.  If you have a favourite real ale speak to Steve, Jo or Andy and they will see what they can accommodate.   FRESH FISH  NIGHT  every Friday night . A very popular evening and extremely generous and tasty portions. OUR  VILLAGE Now that many of us are enjoying autumnal strolls through the Village , across the common , through the woods and generally enjoying the changing colour of the countryside .  Please remember to take your rubbish home with you. Litter bins are provided on the common but these are not for the residential rubbish so please use your council provided bins for this. The black benches do make good nappy changing tables but don’t leave the dirties for someone else to clean up. PARISH  NEWS Are you interested in becoming a “Friend of the Little Missenden Church” or are you already on the mailing list?   If you are then the Parish is extending an invitation to join them for drinks and canapés to mark the “Launch of The Friends of Little Missenden Church” at Penn Street at the invitation of the Earl and Countess Howe on Sunday 18th October from 12.30pm – 2pm. Please let the Parish Office know by the latest Friday 16th October. Phone: 01494-862008 e-mail: office@littlemissendenparishchurch.org.uk HAND  BELLS Meet this Friday at 7.45pm in St. Andrews Church. PRIESTFIELD  ARBORETUM  OPEN  DAY Stony Lane. Lt. Kingshill HP16 0DU . Sunday 18th October 10.30am – 4pm. Private Collection of rare and specimen trees in a delightful 6 acre woodland setting. Admission £2 . Free guided tours throughout the day. Regret uneven terrain not Suitable for disabled. SHOPPING  BUS TO CHESHAM Your driver this week will be Derek Faversham Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home October 1st VILLAGE  HALL  QUIZ  NIGHT.   Takes place this Saturday .  Tables of 8 people. Tickets £10 per person which includes an excellent supper, licensed bar and raffle. All proceeds will go to the Defribrillator fund.   Contact David Coulton on 01494-775967 or e-mail: davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk   A SAD DEMISE OF A THRIVING BUSINESS – ALL THANKS TO HS2   Who would have thought that anything could make Annie Baileys (The Barley Mow) look anymore of an eye-sore.  Nonetheless with some colourful graffiti it now looks more like an inner city project than an inviting hostelry. This building falls within the Gt. Missenden Parish Council boundaries and it is their responsibility to contact the owner to remove the “Tagging”. The Council Offices contact number is:- 01494-864792    W.I  Janet Manson is hosting a coffee morning on Friday 2nd October to raise funds for this years charity “SPACE SUPPORT (CHESHAM) . Donations of cakes/biscuits to go with the coffee/tea/items for sale as well as the raffle will be appreciated.   Time: 10.30am Place: Lorelei, Brays Lane. Family and friends all welcome.   PRIESTFIELD ARBORETUM OPEN DAY  Stony Lane , Lt. Kingshill HP16 0DU .  Sunday October 18th 10.30am – 4pm Private collection of rare and specimen trees in a  delightful 6 acre woodland setting . Admission £2. Free guided tours throughout the day. Regret uneven terrain not suitable for disabled.  PARISH  Tea Towels at £5.and Bone China Mugs at £7.50 are available from the Parish Office on a Tuesday or Wednesday morning. All proceeds to “The Christ “ project for the preservation of the unique wall paintings and improved and extended Church Offices.  SHOPPING  BUS TO CHESHAM Your driver this week will be Melissa Laing.      Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home September 24th VILLAGE  SHOP  PLEASE  NOTE  THE  SHOP WILL CLOSE AT 12. NOON ON SATURDAY 26th  SEPTEMBER FOR ANNUAL STOCK TAKING.  PARISH  NEWS  HARVEST  SUPPER takes place this Saturday evening 26th September in Lt. Missenden Village Hall. Tickets are £10 each to include a supper with a licensed bar. If you haven’t already booked your place please ring the Parish Office on 01494-862008.  UNDAY  27th September  the THANKSGIVING SERVICE will take place at 10.30am. Joining the congregation will be the children from Lt. Missenden School.  You are invited to bring a gift along of non-perishable produce which will be donated to the Chesham Food Bank.  FATHER JOHN’S  EPIC RUN  Father John is on course to achieve his target of £2,500 . To date he has raised £1,680 toward his given charity The Alzheimers Society.  You can donate to help him achieve his goal by clicking on www.justgiving.com/John-Simpson25   CREAM TEAS  It is the final Sunday for Cream Teas for this season. Once again they have proven to immensely popular and raise funds for the Church. A big THANK YOU to all the ladies and gentlemen who have given their time and baked cakes throughout the summer.  HAND BELLS Meet this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm.   QUIZ  NIGHT  This is scheduled for Saturday 3rd October. For information to book your tickets please contact David Coulton on 01494-775967 or e-mail davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk  Tables of up to 8 people. Tickets £10. per person which includes an excellent supper, licensed bar and raffle.  All proceeds will go to the Defibrillator fund.    SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson     Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page             Home September 17th AFFINITY  WATER  They are slowly making their way down Hyde Heath Road towards the Gt.Missenden road.  As the traffic lights have now been removed it is somewhat precarious when rounding the bend after Bulbaiters Road. On-coming traffic is not always visible so extra caution is advised around this area.  VILLAGE  HALL   There has been significant support for the Defibrillator fund which now stands at   £790.  The total cost of the equipment , cabinet fitting , service contract and training amounts to  around £2,600.  There has been a more comprehensive update circulated to every household throughout the village.  AGM  Takes place this Thursday evening 17th September at 8pm.  The Hall is the heart of the village and  many volunteers give their time to bring entertainment to your doorstep .  The committee work very hard , please give them  your support and even offer help which is always appreciated.     PARISH  NEWS  HARVEST  SUPPER takes place on Saturday 26th September in Lt. Missenden Village Hall.  Tickets are £10 each to include supper and a licensed bar. Places can be reserved by signing the list in the church porch, replying to this e-mail or leave a voice mail on 01494-862008.    THANKSGIVING  SERVICE will follow the day after on Sunday 27th at 10.30am. The children from Lt. Missenden School will join in the celebrations.    CREAM  TEAS  continue until the end of this month from 2.30pm -  5.30pm.    QUIZ  NIGHT  This is scheduled for Saturday 3rd October . For information to book your tickets please contact David Coulton on 01494-775967 or e-mail davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk  Tables of up to 8 people. Tickets £10. per person which includes an excellent supper , licensed bar and raffle.  All proceeds will go the  Defibrillator fund.    SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM.    Your driver this week is Mary Collins    Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582    Top of Page             Home     September 10th SHOP Although access to the Shop is somewhat hindered and the 3 way traffic light system is making life frustrating, trading continues as usual. Fresh fruit and vegetables are available direct from the ground as the season for both is well and truly upon us.  The home-grown produce is flying off the shelves as soon as they arrive in the shop.  Don’t miss out .   TODDLER  GROUP Meet every Monday term time from 09. 15am – 11am . This  new and thriving group are very much in need of help with refreshments , setting up and putting away play equipment and toys.  If anyone can spare any time at all please contact Jamie Frow , whose number can be found on the village web-site. Any offer would be appreciated.   PARISH  NEW This Sunday Sept. 13th  Father John will be limbering up along with 57,000 other participants for the Great North Run. His charity is The Alzheimers Society which is very close to his heart .  If you would like to contribute and support him click on www.justgiving.com/John-Simpson25 . HARVEST  SUPPER This will take place on Saturday 26th September in Lt. Missenden Village Hall.  Tickets are £10 each, to include supper, and a licensed bar. Places can be reserved by signing the list in the church porch , replying to this e-mail or leave a voice mail on 01494-862008. THANKSGIVING  SERVICE Will take place the following day on Sunday 27th September at 10.30am. The children from Lt. Missenden School will join the celebration service .   HAND  BELLS Meet this Friday in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm.   CRICKET This weeks match is against Ivinghoe and Pitstone at home commencing at 1pm.   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM.           Your driver this week is Mary Collins   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home September 2nd The summers holidays are over and what a miserable 6 weeks it has been weather-wise. School returns this week with a new intake of pupils both at the infants and pre-school.  Not forgetting our Mothers and Toddlers Group who meet in the Village Hall. For further information on this group there is now a Facebook page with added information. AFFINITY  WATER Continue their disruptive but necessary work throughout the village. It would be helpful, however, if residents could also work out how to park their cars sensibly without adding to the already difficult situation. A good neighbourly approach to assist whilst these works are ongoing or an offer of a parking place, albeit, temporarily would be greatly appreciated by all affected. Should anyone wish to contact the council in relation to any problems our Councillor is: Diana Varley e-mail: dvarley@chiltern.gov.uk mobile: 07947-368564. HS2 Please don’t groan when this headline appears . There is some positive news to report this time. The Government has today confirmed that it has agreed to extend the HS2 tunnel through the Chilterns to beyond South Heath. This will preserve 12 hectares of woodland near Mantle’s Wood, Sibley’s Coppice and Farthings Wood.  Another step in the right direction.  We are getting there very slowly.   PARISH  NEWS Father John will be lining up with Mo Farah along with 57,000 other people to compete in the Great North Run on Sunday September 13th. His chosen charity is The Alzheimers Society which is very close to his heart with his mother having been diagnosed with this cruel and debilitating disease 3yrs ago.  If you would like to support Fr. John click on:  https//www.justgiving.com/John-Simpson25/   HARVEST SUPPER This will take place on Saturday 26th September in Lt. Missenden Village Hall .   VILLAGE  SHOP The AGM took place this evening and was well attended.  To keep this vital facility open it must be used .  As the season of Fruit and Vegetables is prolific there is an abundance of fresh produce brought into the shop everyday from residents whose freezers are overflowing with goodies from their gardens and allotments.  All produce can be purchased at a fraction of the price of the supermarkets and there is no need to drive to get them.  There is an on-going push for a better diet . You can start here for healthy eating.   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM  this weeks driver is the lovely Melissa Laing.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home August 27th I am still scraping the barrel for news to report. AFFINITY  WATER The ongoing disruption with the renewal of water pipes has now moved to the main road thru’ the village.  What everyone should be aware of is the necessity for boiling your water once it has been reconnected.  Information flyers which should have been put through the doors of Westfield last week were found in a sodden heap on the pavement. PARISH  NEWS Despite the inclement weather conditions last Sunday, the sun did eventually show itself  and the Hyde Heath ladies produced an excellent cream tea which was enjoyed by walkers who braved the elements. HAND  BELLS Meet this Friday evening in St. Andrews Church at 7.45pm. RETURN  TO  SCHOOL The next week will see the start of the Autumn term. CRICKET This weeks fixture is at home to The Bank of England commencing at 2pm. VILLAGE  HALL  MANAGEMENT  COMMITTEE Every household should have received the Summer Newsletter which contained the serious question “Defibrillator for Hyde Heath”. This is a serious issue to consider and David Coulton would welcome your feed back . AGM The Village Hall AGM will take place on Thursday 17th September at 8pm.  SHOPPING  BUS  TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Marion Dickinson. Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home August 6th 8-05   Instead of being gently awoken to the sound of birdsong this morning, I was rudely awoken at 7.15am by the deafening sound of  a pneumatic drill steadily boring its way along the pathway between Harvest Bank and Westfield. Whilst one appreciates that this work is necessary it was an insult to my hearing at such an unrealistic hour.  Hopefully the work will be finished by the end of the week.   Once again I have little to report this week as the school holiday’s  continue and the sound of children playing is eerily quiet.     HS2   You may all have received a flyer through your letter boxes this week inviting us once again to join forces and meet the 3 New Select Committee MP’s connected with the continuing saga of HS2 (when will someone see sense and put this money to better use) The arranged date this time is Monday 10th August and the approximate times to “greet and meet” are:-    17.05 – 17.13        Annie Baileys (now in a complete derelict and utterly disgraceful state) 17.13 – 17.29        Chapel Farm  -  to say “thank you”  17.29 – 17.39        Hyde Heath Road by track to Mantle’s Wood.  If your passions are still running high , please arrive early and bring friends, family neighbours to one or more of the  locations to show that your really care about your community and the Chilterns AONB . I thought this had already been done in bucket-loads.     CRICKET  This Sundays match is at Home to Longwick commencing at 2pm.    SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week is the lovely Melissa Laing. Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home   July 30th All is quiet on the Western Front this week with very little news to report.  Everyone has fled the Village to enjoy their Summer Hols.  That is apart from the continuation and disruption of the Water Contractors who in their infinite wisdom this morning  blocked the entry to Walnut Way from Brays Green Lane with 3 lorries .   PARISH  NEWS The lovely cream teas continue every Sunday throughout August at Lt. Missenden Parish Church from 2.30pm – 5.30pm. FAREWELL  TO  LONG  SERVING  MEMBERS A garden party and light lunch will take place after the morning service on Sunday 2nd August at The Vicarage to bid farewell to the family Oliver. After 10yrs of total involvement and dedication to the church with catering, fundraising, social events, sidepersons to PCC membership and Deanery representatives, the family are moving to their home in Ireland. A warm welcome is extended to join us. Please indicate so by contacting the Parish Office on 01494-862008.   SHOP Continues to stock all of your daily needs and more. Fresh fruit and veg from Peterley and fresh cut flowers.  Mary Berry not only appears on TV , you can buy a little bit of her magic by purchasing one of  her products in the shop.   PRE SCHOOL & TODDLER GROUP There are new pages on the village website for our Pre School and Toddler Groups – go to www.HydeHeath.com and click on the Pre School or Toddler group tabs.  More information will be added shortly.   CRICKET This weeks game is away to Bourne End commencing at 2pm.   SHOPPING  BUS TO CHESHAM.         Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home       July 23rd SCHOOL  HOLIDAYS School is out and the summer hols have begun.  Please remain vigilant with all the road works which are taking place .  Have a very safe and enjoyable time. PARISH  NEWS Cream Teas this Sunday at Lt. Missenden Church from 2.30pm – 5.30pm. A  FAREWELL  TO  LONG SERVING MEMBERS A garden party and light lunch will take place after the morning service on Sunday 2nd August at The Vicarage to say farewell to the family Oliver. After 10yrs of total involvement with the church in catering, fundraising, social events ,sidespersons in PCC membership and Deanery representation, the family are moving to their home in Ireland.  A warm invitation is extended to join us . Please indicate so by contacting the Parish Office on 01494-862008.   CHILTERN  DISTRICT  COUNCIL Cllr  Diana  Varley is our representative for Lt. Kingshill, Lt. Missenden and Hyde Heath. Should there be any local issue you wish to discuss she can be contacted on:- dvarley@chiltern.gov.uk  or 07947 368564.   CRICKET This weeks match is at home to Cublington commencing at 2pm.   HAND  BELLS Rehearse this Friday evening in St. Andrews Church commening at 7.45pm   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM This weeks driver is Mary Collins Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home       July 16th HAMILTON-PIKE  PRODUCTIONS  PRESENTS “FORTY  YEARS  GONE”  an evening of reminiscence and anecdotes by John Griffiths , our resident professional actor who has lived in the Village for a number of years. He will reminisce about the old days of life treading the boards and share a wealth of life-enhancing theatre gossip and outrageous name dropping. This Saturday evening at 7.30pm in The Village Hall.  Tickets £12 available on 01494-786220 or annie@jpprods.biz HAND  BELLS Rehearse this Friday evening at 7.45pm in St. Andrews Church.  If you haven’t done this before, come along and join this friendly group of people .   PARISH  NEWS Cream Teas this Sunday at Lt.Missenden Church. 2-30pm – 5.30pm.   CRICKET This Sunday’s match is at home to the “Full Tossers” commencing at 2pm.   PLEASE  BE  CAUTIOUS The school holidays are almost upon us and children will be out and about on their bicycles, scooters and roller skates. I would like to urge all parents to tell their children to exercise caution when riding on the pathway which connects Harvest Bank with Westfield.  For the Residents who live at this end of Westfield their vision is restricted when reversing, turning, parking and although they drive slowly they do not have second sight. We care about the safety of your children.  PLEASE   MAKE  THEM  AWARE  OF  THE  DANGERS. When I  requested one child to slow down , the response to me was “Why should I” I can’t do anymore than publicly draw this to everyone’s attention with the best of intentions for their safety.   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM This weeks driver is Derek Faversham Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home       July 9th SHOP  The Shop in now stocking a very useful device called  JUICE  BANK.  It is a portable power unit for mobile devices including PHONES, LAP  TOPS,  CAMERA’s  etc.  Simply plug it in to the car Recharge Unit.  Only £5.99p.  Keep it in the glove compartment of your car for emergencies.   PARISH  LITTLE  MISSENDEN  CALM.  A concert this Saturday evening 11th July,  given by the Little Missenden Symphony Orchestra .  Commencing at 7.30pm.  Tickets £10 available on 01494-862008  and office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk   Music featured by Mendelssohn, Handel, Wagner, Vivaldi, Mozart, Tavener .   We will look forward to an evening of sheer musical pleasure set in the church surrounded by pastureland and a gurgling river. Just add to that a glass of wine – what could be better!  CREAM  TEAS this Sunday at Lt. Missenden Church from 2.30pm – 5.30pm.     W.I   Meet this evening at 8pm in the Village Hall . The speaker this month is Josey Jeffrey and her subject is “Secrets of a Store Detective”.      HAMILTON  PIKE  PRODUCTION  PRESENTS   “FORTY  YEARS  GONE”  an evening of reminiscence and anecdotes by John Griffiths our resident professional actor who has lived in the Village for a number of years.  He will reminisce about the old days of life treading the boards and share a wealth of life-enhancing theatre gossip and outrageous name dropping.   Where?  In the Village Hall  When?  On Saturday 18th July at 7.30pm.  Tickets: £12 available on 01494-786220  or annie@hpprods.biz .     CRICKET  This Sunday’s  match is at home against the “Red Square Lions” commencing at 2pm.      SHOPPING BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Melissa Laing.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home     July 2nd W.I. Meet on Thursday 9th July . Their speaker this month is Josey Jeffrey  and her subject is  “SECRETS  OF  A  STORE  DETECTIVE” HAMILTON PIKE  PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS Present  “FORTY  YEARS  GONE  “  An evening of reminiscence and anecdotes. John Grffiths.  A professional actor who has lived in the Village for a number of years,will reminisce about the old days and share a wealth of  a life-enhancing, theatre gossip and outrageous name- dropping. Saturday 18th July 2015. 7.30pm . Tickets £12 . Call 01494-786220. annie@hpprods.biz  POLICE  ALERT A reminder to be vigilant during this hot spell if you are in your garden. Keep all windows to the front of your house shut and front doors closed. These are an open invitation for thieves to cease this opportunity. AMERSHAM  HOSPITAL  VOLUNTEERS The hospital is always in need of willing volunteers to provide a service for the patients to take the newspapers and sweets trolley . It takes just 2hrs per week. Contact sarah.klamut@buckshealthcareuk or 01494-425019. PARISH  NEWS Cream teas this Sunday at Lt. Missenden Church 2.30pm – 5.30pm. HAND BELLS Meet this Friday at 7.45pm in St. Andrews Church . Come and join us  SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home       June 25th CRICKET  CLUB  Presidents Day started with the customary luncheon . During the meal Matt Sims gave a short speech honouring their late President  Robin Richards.  Pauline and Alistair Richards presented a framed photograph to hang on the Pavilion Wall..   HS2 MP’s VISIT TO HYDE  HEATH Despite the inclement weather there was an excellent turn out of our Villagers on Monday morning to “Meet and Greet the members of the Parliamentary Select Committee . Although it was a “whirlwind tour” of the contentious issue of the intended route we do hope that the concerns for the continued beauty of our area were well and truly noted .  The Children from the school with their banners added weight to these highly charged and emotive plans.   PARISH  NEWS Cream Teas this Sunday at Lt.Missenden Church from 2.30pm – 5.30pm. These afternoon refreshments are extremely popular and a pleasant interlude when taking a stroll around the lovely village. The  CHRISTopher Project. This ambitious programme includes replacing of the Church Roof. Conservation of the historic and unique Wall Paintings. An improved and extended Church Office with additional Wash Room/Disabled Facilities and updated internal lighting. Many fund raising projects will be launched which will be very necessary to see the improvements come to fruition . Midsomer Murders doesn’t  have the monopoly on this lovely area, we as residents do and the Church is its beating heart – it needs to be preserved. No-one needs to be religious to get involved  -  just a love of our heritage and wonderful old buildings. Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home     June 18th IT  IS  PARTY  TIME AT  THE  BEER  FESTIVAL If you haven’t got your ticket yet for this Annual Event  get it quickly from Emma Burgham . Tickets £20 to include 2 free drinks and BBQ. emmaburgham@hotmail.com   or 01494-773600.   The event commences at 7.30pm – 11.30pm. Music from Amersham Band and a DJ. PLEASE ON LEAVING THIS EVENT BE MINDFUL AND RESPECTFUL OF OUR LOCAL RESIDENTS  WHOSE PROPERTIES FACE THE COMMON. CRICKET  CLUB  PRESIDENTS  DAY Saturday 20th June on The Common.  Play commences at 2pm. FUN  DAY Sunday 21st  June at 2pm on The Common PARISH  NEWS Cream  Teas this Sunday at Lt. Missenden Church from 2.30pm – 5.50pm. There will be an OPEN EVENING  on Tuesday 23rd June at 7.30pm in Lt. Missenden Church to formally launch the CHRISTopher Project explaining the plans for restoration and conservation work to the interior of the church. An amount of £72,000 has been awarded to meet the cost of replacing the nave roof of the church. A brief musical interlude will follow the “business side” of the evening with wine and canapés to follow. HS2  COMMITTEE  OF  MP’S  TO VISIT HYDE HEATH  -   11am 22nd JUNE Members of the House of Commons Select Committee will visit Hyde Heath next Monday at 11am.  Stopping for 10mins to hear concerns about the impact HS2 on The Village and School.  Everyone in The Village should have received a full notification of the event in which there is a more detailed explanation and information appertaining to this visit . We need as many people as possible to attend just for an hour either at The School or Mantles Wood.  Full details & timetable on the website  - here HAND  BELLS Meet tomorrow evening at 7.45pm in St.Andrews   Church on the common. This group has grown steadily since it’s formation 9 months ago and is going from strength to strength. Ruth Groves our “MD” makes the evenings fun as well encouraging us make music.  SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM Your driver this week is Derek Faversham   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582     Top of Page             Home     June 11th BEER  FESTIVAL This major fund raising event for the Cricket Club takes place on Friday evening June 19th  from 7.30pm – 11.30pm.  Music from The Amersham Band and a DJ. Tickets £20 to include 2 free drinks and a BBQ. Available from emmaburgham@hotmail or phone: 01494-773600.   CRICKET  CLUB PRESIDENTS DAY  on Saturday 20th June on The Common commencing at 2pm.   FUN  DAY  Sunday 21st June at 2pm on The Common   PARISH  NEWS Cream Teas this Sunday at Lt.Missenden Church from 2.30pm – 5.30pm.   There will be an OPEN MEETING  Tuesday 23rd June at 7.30pm in Lt. Missenden Church to formally launch the CHRISTopher Project explaining the plans for restoration and conservation work to the interior of the church.  An amount of £72,000 has been awarded to meet the cost of replacing the nave roof of the church. A brief musical interlude will follow the “business side” of the evening, wine and canapés to follow.   LITTLE MISSENDEN CALM.  AN EVENING OF ORCHESTRAL  MUSIC JULY  11th at 7.30pm.   Lt.Missenden Symphony Orchestra will be presenting a programme which includes:-   Hebrides Overture (Fingals Cave)                          Mendelssohn Sarabande  in D minor                                                Handel Messiah (Comfort ye)                                                 Handel Siegfried Idyll                                                                Wagner Concerto for 2 Trumpets                                            Vivaldi Symphony No.35 in D Major                                     Mozart Lt, Missenden Calm                                                     Taverner.   Tickets £10 can be purchased by phone from the Parish Office 01494-862008 by e-mail office@littlemissendenparish.org.uk or by signing the list in the church porch.   MOTHER AND TODDLERS  GROUP This group who meet on a Monday morning from 9am – 11am in the Village Hall are looking someone to prepare tea/coffee/soft drinks/biscuits   for their group each week. Please contact Jamie Frow if you can help in any way.   SHOPPING BUS  TO CHESHAM.  Your driver this week is Mary Collins   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home     May 14th APRES  LE  FETE  Another successful Annual Fete Day and from your organisers ……………….  A BIG  THANK  YOU  to everyone who helped with the Fete last Saturday.  From setting up, Car Park Attendants, Manning Stalls, BBQ , Yummy Cakes , Chuckers  in , Chuckers Out  and clearing the Common  after the event.   The weather was kind to us and the wonderful flypast of the Dakota was truly the MAIN  EVENT  OF  THE  DAY. Spine tingling ! Pictures on the website    www.HydeHeath.com   W.I. This months meeting tonight at 8pm will discuss and vote on Resolutions.   PARISH  NEWS    Take a leisurely stroll through the Village to Lt . Missenden Church this Sunday afternoon and enjoy a quintessential English Village Church  CREAM  TEA.  Just sit and take in the surroundings and think how lucky we are to live in this peaceful setting .  Tea and Cakes will be served from 2 – 5pm.   HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE COMPANY & THE VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE Invite you to join them for “A  BITE  SIZE  SUPPER”   on  Saturday 6th June at 7.30pm.  A series of comedy sketches will be performed . Tickets £12 from The Village Shop: David Coulton – 01494-775967: Charlie Carrington : 01494-786939 Includes a buffet supper and licensed bar.   HYDE  HEATH  BEER  FESTIVAL This major fund-raising event for the Cricket  Club will take place on June 19th  from 7.30pm – 11.30pm on The Common. Music from the Amersham Band and a DJ. Tickets £20 to include 2 free drinks and BBQ available from emmaburgham@hotmail.com  Phone: 01494-773600.   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Melissa Laing   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home     May 7th IT  IS  FETE  DAY  THIS  SATURDAY  MAY  9th PLEASE  COME  ALONG  AND  SUPPORT  OUR  VILLAGE This big event takes place in 2 days time.  All the organisers are checking lists and  their last minute arrangements to make sure everything is in place.  All proceeds go to the upkeep of the Village Hall and other organisations within the Village. The DAKOTA FLYPAST is now scheduled for 1.45pm  weather permitting. Let’s hope that the elements are kind to us and this unique aircraft will be seen in all it’s splendour.   FESTIVAL  OF  FLOWERS These beautiful arrangements from every group within the Village will be on display in St. Andrews Church throughout the weekend of the Fete. If you haven’t already contacted the co-ordinator,  Margaret Dunn, please do so asap.    PARISH  NEWS SERVICE TO COMMERATE  70yrs  SINCE  VE  DAY A special service will be held on Sunday May 10th at 6pm in Lt. Missenden Church . The service will include material used in the “Thanksgiving for Victory” order of service for 1945. The collection on this day will be given entirely to the work of the charity “Combat Stress” which provides valuable support to veterans of current and recent conflicts.   W.I This months meeting on Thursday May 14th revolves around “Resolutions” for the coming year. This affords us the chance to socialise after the “business” part of the evening takes place.   HYDE  HEATH  BEER  FESTIVAL This major fundraiser for the Cricket Club will take place on Friday June 19th from 7.30pm – 11.30pm on The Common .  Music from The Amersham Band and a DJ. Tickets £20 to include 2 free drinks and free BBQ  available from emmaburgham@hotmail.com    Phone: 01494-773660 sae please.   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM    Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582   Top of Page             Home April 29th SHOP Don’t forget it is the Bank Holiday this weekend and the shop opening hours for Bank Holiday Monday will be 9am – 12noon.  PARISH  NEWS BEER & HYMNS presents POEMS AND PINTS in Lt. Missenden Churchyard this Friday 1st. May at 7.30pm.  Simple format. You drink copious amounts of beer/wine/soft drinks and sing hymns lustily , having been well lubricated beforehand. You are invited to bring a humorous poem, limerick or other scholarly contribution. There will be a BBQ and ale supplied by the Malt Brewer at Prestwood. To assist with catering , an RSVP would be appreciated . But welcome just to turn up on the night. Admission £7 to include your first drink. All proceeds go towards Lt. Missenden Church.   Tel:  01494-862008 SERVICE TO COMMEMORATE 70yrs SINCE  VE DAY A special service will be held on Sunday May 10th at 6pm in Lt. Missenden Church. The service will include material used in the “Thanksgiving for Victory” order of service for 1945. The collection on this day will be given entirely to the work of the charity “Combat Stress” which provides valuable support to veterans of current and recent conflicts.   BREAK IN  AND PETTY THEFT IN  THE  VILLAGE Last Saturday afternoon a house was broken into in Brays Lane and jewellery was removed. A mobility car parked on a driveway had the glass from it’s wing mirrors removed.  From the front of the same house a large shrub in a container was also removed.  Please be vigilant. These thieves have no conscience if they can stoop so low as to target a mobility car .   FETE It is almost upon us and most areas are covered – except for one.  David still needs volunteers to help with the BBQ.  David Coulton 01494-775967 or e-mail davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk The DAKOTA  FLYPAST  is scheduled for 1.30pm, so pray for fine weather and this amazing aircraft will get the Fete off to a grand start.   FESTIVAL  OF  FLOWERS These beautiful arrangements from every group within the village will be on display in St.Andrew’s Church throughout the weekend of the Fete. If you haven’t already contacted the co-ordinator Margaret Dunn,  please do so asap. This is a really colourful way of showing how our Village works together.   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM           Your driver this week is Mary Collins   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582     Top of Page             Home   April 23rd HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE  COMPANY   This production of  “MOON  OVER  BUFFALO” by Ken Ludwig  is this week starting tonight at 7.45pm. Tickets are £10 (£9 concessions) available from The Shop or Box Office:- 07800-964411 . sae  & cheque to 33, Walnut Way, Hyde Heath HP6 55D  state number of tickets required or e-mail: carole_north@yahoo.co.uk APRIL 23rd & 24th at 7.45pm APRIL 25th Matinee at 2.30pm and Evening 7.45pm.   FETE   This is the biggest  and most  important event in our Village and  takes place on Saturday May 9th. Volunteers are urgently needed for Marshalling and Parking Cars. Also willing  helpers to man the stalls. We have to be the best and most impressive Fete in the area , Such a lot of effort goes into this event - so please support your organisers and the community by getting involved.   CONTACT :  David Coulton on 01494-775967 or e-mail: davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk   PARISH  NEWS   Beer and  Hymns.  Following a first and successful event of  “Beer & Hymns last year there will be another  May Day of Poems & Prints in Lt. Missenden Churchyard on Friday 1st May from 7.30pm. Copious amounts of Beer/Wine/Soft Drinks will be consumed with the addition of  a BBQ. Admission £7 to include your first drink. All proceeds will go towards the Lt. Missenden Church. Bring along your favourite poem or reading.   OBITUARY   It is with a very heavy heart that I give the news that my dear husband Robin Richards passed away on Thursday 16th April. Robin was involved with the Village Cricket Club for many years, MC of the Old Time Musical Hall for 25yrs and a member of the Pub Quiz League. He also wrote the Newsletter until recently. His service will be on Wednesday 29th April  at 2.30pm in The Milton Chapel . Chiltern Crematorium.   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM: Your driver this week will be Marian Dickinson.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home     April 9th A NEW  VENTURE  IN  THE  VILLAGE On  Monday 20th April a new group for Mothers and Toddlers will have their very first meeting in The Village Hall starting at 09.15am – 11am. The cost of each session will be £2 which will include tea/coffee . This group will work in co-operation with Pre-School.  If you fall into this category or are new to the Village, please go along where you will receive a very warm welcome.  We wish you every success.   HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE  COMPANY Their forthcoming production is “MOON  OVER  BUFFALO” by Ken Ludwig. A comedy surrounding the lives of fading 1950’s  stars who are currently playing in “Private Lives” and “Cyrano de Bergerac” in a 3rd rate theatre in Buffalo , New York. APRIL  23rd & 24th at 7.45pm APRIL  25th at 2.30pm and 7.45pm Tickets and Box Office: 07840-964411. Sae and cheque to 33, Walnut Way, Hyde Heath HP6 55D . state number of tickets required. E-mail : carole_north@yahoo.co.uk .  £10 (£9 concessions for Thursday and Saturday Matinee). Also The Village Shop.   W.I. Meet this evening at 8pm. The topic for this month’s meeting is “The Mountains of Northern Italy given by Dr. John Noakes (possibly not the former Childrens’ TV presenter) . FETE This important annual event takes place on  Saturday May 9th.  It is our major fund raising event for the Village from which many organisations benefit. Volunteers are urgently needed for Marshalling and Parking of Cars.  Also willing helpers to man the stalls.  Contact David Coulton on 01494-775967 or e-mail davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk    We all like to enjoy the day, the committee work so hard behind the scenes,  so PLEASE HELP YOUR ORGANISERS. POLICE  ALERT A  word of caution. If you are working in your back garden keep windows and doors shut, locked and in good condition. Ensure keys are safely stored away from the front door.    SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Marian Dickinson   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home     April 2nd EASTER Is upon us this weekend.  Look in the SHOP for your Easter Cards, Easter Eggs, Flowers and Hot Cross Buns. SHOP OPENING HOURS OVER  EASTER Friday      9        -     12 noon Sat:          7.30am  -  1pm Sunday:    CLOSED Monday    9        -    12 noon PARISH  NEWS MAUNDAY  THURSDAY  April  2nd   7.30pm.  Solemn Eurcharist GOOD  FRIDAY    an hours meditation at The Cross 2-3pm GOOD  FRIDAY    Walk of Witness. 09.30am. Start Gt. Missenden Parish Church to Martinsend Lane, Green Man, Prestwood Village Hall for service at 10.30am. EASTER  SUNDAY  services as usual  8am and 10.30am                                     St. Andrews Hyde Heath  09.15am   SCHOOL| Correction to last weeks date on the start of the new term. It will be April 14th  so please don’t panic and turn up next week.   HYDE  HEATH  THEATRE  COMPANY This month their production will be “MOON  OVER  BUFFALO” by Ken Ludwig. A comedy surrounding the lives of fading 1950’s stars who are currently playing “Private Lives” and “Cyrano de Bergerac” in a 3rd rate theatre in Buffalo , New York. APRIL  23rd & 24th at 7.45pm APRIL  25TH at 2.30pm and 7.45pm Tickets from Box Office : 07840-964411. Village Shop: Sae and cheque  to 33, Walnut Way Hyde Heath HP6 55D. State no of tickets required. E-mail: carole_north@yahoo.co.uk £10 and £9 concessions.   LITTER  PICK A big THANK  YOU  to everyone who turned out to tidy up our Village last week.. A special mention to John Ramsbottom who has repainted  the white gates. Peter Philips for providing the WIP board . Pipers Wood looked really lovely until a group of ignorant cyclists came through from the A413 , disgarded their water bottles and just for good measure gave our volunteers a “V” sign.  We don’t stand a hope of keeping our village clean and tidy with this attitude.  A letter has been sent to the Bucks Examiner.  It will be interesting to see if it is printed this week.   NO  SHOPPING  BUS  TO   CHESHAM  THIS  WEEK   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home     March 26th SHOP Easter Weekend is almost upon us and the Shop is stocked up with Easter Eggs, Cards, Chocolates and all sorts of tempting goodies. IRMA  DOLPHIN  The funeral of this wonderful lady will take place on Monday 30th March in St.Andrews Church, Hyde Heath at 12.15pm and afterwards in The Plough. There has been a request for no flowers but donations to the Village Hall where Irma spent so many happy hours. In true Irma- style and echoing her love of all things bright and  beautiful she had specified that no-one should wear black for this occasion. It will be a celebration of her life. Dear Irma,  a true Village Resident to the end and beyond. She will be sadly missed.  SCHOOL The last  day of the this terms end on Friday 27th with an Assembly in the Village Hall doors opening at 09.15am.  Please be mindful of customers using the Shop at this time and be courteous to their requirements.  Following the Assembly there will be refreshments served in the School Hall .  School Closes at 1.30pm and re-opens with the new term on Tuesday April 2nd.   PARISH  NEWS This Sunday is Palm Sunday. Procession of Palms and Liturgy of the Passion 10.30am at the Parish Church MAUNDAY THURSDAY April 2nd 7.30pm Solemn Eurcharist . GOOD  FRIDAY  an hours meditation at the Cross 2- 3pm EASTER  SUNDAY  services as usual 8am and 10.30am                                     09.15am  St.Andrews . Hyde Heath   WALK   OF  WITNESS  Good Friday 3rd April 09.15  starting from Gt. Missenden Parish Church to Martinsend Lane , Green Man , Prestwood Village Hall for a service at 10.30am.   VEHICLE  BREAK-INS The latest break-in occurred in Little Missenden  on 22nd March between 10.15am and 11.30am. opposite The Crown Pub. Please be vigilante at all times and don’t leave anything of value on display.   SHOPPING BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Derek Faversham   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home       March 19th EASTER  AT  THE  SHOP Easter is approaching rapidly and the shop is now stocking Easter Eggs and Easter Cards. THE TRIBUTE SHOW REVIEW For everyone that attended this Rod Stewart evening it was  great fun  for  non-stop singing and dancing.  Coupled with a very generous hot supper and a variety of puddings the whole evening was a success.  Our thanks to the Village Hall Committee for  organising  a completely different event.  A BRAND  NEW  BABY  AND  TODDLER GROUP There are plans underway to set up a Baby/Toddler group in co-operation with the Pre-School. The first meeting is planned for Monday April 20th in the Village Hall. Each session will cost £2 which will include tea and coffee. Please spread the word as it would be very beneficial to have this meeting place for all new and young families in the Village.  If anyone has any good quality toys/resources they would like to donate , this would be a great help. PARISH  NEWS Sunday March 29th  10.30am Palm Sunday Liturgy of Palms. Procession from The Green to Lt. Missenden Church ROTARY Hyde Heath Old Time Music Hall Society are giving a Charity performance in Lt. Missenden Village Hall on Friday 27th . 7pm for 7.30pm meal Tickets available from Terry Cann 01494-783254 e.mail cannhousehold@tiscali.co.uk  or Alan Jones 01494-863887 email alaj77@hotmail.com  Tickets £15 to include supper. OBITUARY It is with great sadness that I give the news of the passing of Irma Dolphin at the age of 92yrs. Irma moved to the village when she was just 4yrs old and lived here for 88yrs. Her indomitable spirit , ever youthful outlook , humour and twinkling eyes always made it a pleasure to spend time talking to her.  She wrote a book about the Village and her experiences over the years which is still available . It makes very interesting reading.  She will be greatly missed as one of our Village’s characters. The funeral will be at Hyde Heath Church by the School on Monday March 30th at 12.15pm followed by a family committal.  All welcome afterwards in the plough. SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM  This weeks driver is Derek Faversham   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home     March 12th MOTHER’ S  DAY    Is this coming Sunday.  If you haven’t already bought your cards or present for this important Day  in the year, call in at the Shop and select both from their very attractive display .  THE  PLOUGH Give your Mum a rest and book lunch at The Plough this Sunday and enjoy one of Steve’s mouth watering roasts . Phone 774408.  W.I  Meet tonight at 8pm. Their speaker this week is Terry Penny and his subject is: Secret History of Nursery Rhymes   TRIBUTE SHOW AT THE VILLAGE HALL “ROD  STEWART A NIGHT ON THE TOWN”  There are still a few tickets left for this event on Saturday March 14th.  It will certainly be a show with a difference and one not to be missed. Tickets available from:-Keith Jones :01494-773139  e-mail: k.jones8@btinternet.com David and Ruth Coulton : 01494-775967  e-mail:-  davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk Price £18 to include Buffet Supper. There will also be a licensed bar and Raffle.  The Management Committee have made such a big effort to book this event so do please support them.   PARISH  NEWS Sunday March 15th 10.30am 4th Sunday in Lent and Mothering Sunday. Sunday March 29th 10.30am Palm Sunday Liturgy of Palms. Procession from The Green to Lt. Missenden Church. ROTARY Although outside our Village this as an excellent Charity Event.  The Rotary do such good work raising money for worthy Charities. THE HYDE HEATH OLD  TIME  MUSIC  HALL  SOCIETY are giving a performance on Friday 27th March in Lt. Missenden Village Hall. 7pm for meal at 7.30pm. Tickets £15 to include supper available from Alan Jones 01494-863887 e-mail  alaj77@hotmail.com or Terry Cann : 01494-783254 e-mail cannhousehold@tiscali.co.uk   SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM : Your driver this week is Melissa Laing.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home   March 5th SHOP Mothering Sunday is on March 15th. There will lots of goodies available and flower arrangements to show your mother your love and appreciation .   THE   PLOUGH Give your Mum and break and book for Sunday lunch . Phone 01494- 774408   HYDE  HEATH  PRESCHOOL In answer to the plea for new trustees and a full committee  there has been an overwhelming support and election of these officers.  The continuity of the Preschool is now in good hands and a big THANK YOU  to everyone who joined forces to save this very important facility in the Village.   W.I. Meet on Thursday 12th March at 8pm in the Village Hall.  This month’s speaker will be Terry Penny and his subject is:- The Secret History of Nursery Rhymes.   TRIBUTE  SHOW  AT  THE  VILLAGE  HALL “ROD STEWART  A  NIGHT  ON  THE  TOWN” This big event takes place on Saturday March 14th at 8pm. Tickets available from Keith Jones : 01494-773139 e-mail:  kjones8@btinternet.com David and Ruth Coulton :01494-775967 e-mail:  davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk Price £18 to include buffet Supper.  There will also be a licensed bar and Raffle.   PARISH  NEWS Friday 6th March 10.30am St. Johns Lt. Missenden Womens World Day of Prayer. Sunday 15th March 10.30am  4th Sunday in Lent. Mothering Sunday. Sunday 29th March 10.30am. Palm Sunday Liturgy of Palms. Procession from The Green to Lt. Missenden Church.   CREAM  TEAS This very successful event takes place from  May  to September from 2 – 5.30pm on Sunday afternoons. Help is always needed and if you are able to assist in anyway please call Ann Crook 863086   maca20@hotmail.com or Mandy Oliver 714604 e-mail:mandyc.gould@btinternet.com    BELLS The Handbell Choir meet 7.45pm  on Friday 6th March in St. Andrews Church on The Green .   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM:  Your driver this week will be Mary Collins   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home   February 26th SHOP We still urgently need an early morning paper sorter for weekdays – just 45mins a day for which we pay £12.00 per session.  Offers of help or more details are available from Ruth in the Shop.   Please give this some serious thought as it could affect the delivery of your daily paper.   CRICKET The AGM takes place this Friday 27th Feb. at 8pm in The Plough. The official business normally doesn’t take long and it would be good to have as many of you there as possible.   Please come.   TRIBUTE   SHOW  AT  THE  VILLAGE  HALL This big event takes place on Saturday March 14th.  A top class “ROD  STEWART - A  NIGHT ON  THE  TOWN “.  Tickets are limited and available from Keith Jones :01494-773139  e-mail: kjones8@btinternet.com  or David & Ruth Coulton 01494-775967 e-mail: davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk .  Price £18 to include the usual high standard Village Hall Supper Buffet. Licensed Bar and Raffle.   PARISH  NEWS Bible Study relating to The Women’s World Day of Prayer. February 27th .10.30am in the  Baptist Church . High Street. Gt Missenden.   Friday 6th March 10.30am St. John the Baptist . Lt. Missenden  Bible Study. Sunday 15th March 10.30am  4th Sunday in Lent. Mothering Sunday Sunday 29th March  10.30am Palm Sunday Liturgy of Palms . Procession from The Green to Lt. Missenden Church.   ROTARY Although outside our Village this is an excellent Charity Event to promote. THE HYDE  HEATH  OLD  TIME  MUSIC HALL SOCIETY  are giving a concert on Friday 27th March in Lt.Missenden Village Hall . 7pm for meal at 7.30pm . Tickets £15 to include supper available from: Alan Jones 01494-863887  e-mail: alaj77@hotmail.com  or Terry Cann: 01494-783254 e-mail: cannhousehold@tiscali.co.uk   SCAM  ALERT FROM THAMES  VALLEY  POLICE Remain vigilant for cold phone calls requesting your bank details and pin number DO NOT GIVE OUT PERSONAL  DETAILS SCAM  POSTCARDS are  being delivered to UK residents’ homes claiming that a parcel containing “jewellery” is waiting for the homeowner.   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM:  This weeks driver is  Mary Collins.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home   February 12th SHOP This  Saturday  is Valentines Day and the Sh very attraop has active display of  Cards, Gifts and Chocolates to celebrate this occasion.  Take a few moments to peruse this area and surprise your nearest and dearest with  a romantic  present.   NEWSPAPERS From the mid/end of March we will need an early morning person to sort the weekday newspapers.  This takes approx 45mins only and is a paid position.  -  could job share. If you can help please contact Ruth in the shop or phone 01494-774252.   W.I Tonight’s meeting will cause a lot of  amusements as their guest this month is Sandrine  Anterion who will be giving a demonstration on Belly  Dancing.  I do hope the “Ladies of the W.I “  have their tassles and  bling ready to participate.   CRICKET NETS:  There is a net this Friday 13th at The Beacon School from 8 – 10pm. Please come – they are organised for you and everyone needs the practice.   AGM:  is at The Plough on Friday 27th February at 8pm. The official business doesn’t take too long and it would be good to have as many there as possible.   PARISH NEWS TUESDAY  17th SHROVE TUESDAY  Parish Pancakes  and  drinks at The Vicarage from 6pm.  All are welcome. WEDNESDAY  18th  ASH  WEDNESDAY  9.30am Communion  with Imposition of Ashes  joined by the children of Lt. Missenden School. SOLEMN EUCHARIST  for the First Day of Lent with Imposition of Ashes at 7.30pm. FRIDAY  27th: Bible Study at 10.30am  relating to The Women’s World Day of Prayer. The Baptist Church . High St. Gt. Missenden.   TRIBUTE  SHOW  AT  THE  VILLAGE HALL. Saturday March 14th. A ROD  STEWART TRIBUTE SHOW. Tickets £18 to include supper available from Keith Jones 01494-773139 kjones8@btinternet.com or David & Ruth 775967  davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM This weeks driver is:- Marian Dickinson   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home     February 5th SHOP  2 events this month which are very attractively displayed in The Shop.  VALENTINES  DAY  Saturday 14th February.  Cards and gifts for that romantic moment never fails.  SHROVE  TUESDAY otherwise know as Pancake Day , falls on Tuesday 17th February. Ingredients for this traditional dish served as a starter , main course or pudding are in the Shop now.  W.I.  Do they have a treat in store this month.  Sandrine Anterion will be giving a display of Belly Dancing. Not only will the ladies be getting ready to shimmy their hips I expect the husbands would find the whole evening more than entertaining.   VILLAGE PRE-SCHOOL  Last week the Chairman, Secretary and 2 other trustees resigned.   The Pre-School is a charity , run by the committee and the requisite number of committee members is 5. This is now a matter of some urgency as the Pre-School will have to close which will have a detrimental effect on the community.    They desperately need  a Chairman , Secretary and Trustees to continue.. Many of our children have been through the village Pre-School and as parents we all know how important this organisation is  to introduce them to learning now to play together and prepare them for Primary School .  Please contact Sarah Ross e-mail raraandchris1@gmail.com  or 07725-144678.   PARISH  NEWS The following dates of special services for this month:  TUESDAY  17th  SHROVE  TUESDAY  Parish Pancakes and drinks at the Vicarage from 6pm.  All are welcome. WEDNESDAY  18th  ASH  WEDNESDAY  9.30 am Communion with Imposition of Ashes  joined by the children of Lt. Missenden School. FRIDAY  27TH   Bible Study relating to The Women’s World Day of Prayer. The Baptish Church . High St . Gt Missenden.   SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM  Your driver this week will be Melissa  Laing.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home   January 29th VILLAGE SHOP Are you a morning person ? The Village Shop need someone to take over early morning weekday newspaper sorting from mid/end March – involves approx. 45 minutes only and is a paid position – could be a job share.  If you can help please contact Ruth in the shop or Tel 01494 774252   THEATRE  COMPANY The cast are fully rehearsed and ready to delight you with the classic story of Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol” this Thursday evening , Friday, Saturday at 7.30pm.  Matinee on Saturday afternoon at 2.30pm.  Tickets available from The Shop: Box Office: 07840-965411 e-mail: Carole_north@yahoo.co.uk . Sae envelope please. £10 (£9 concessions for Thursday evening and Saturday afternoon.   The Theatre Company celebrate their 50 year this year, so do go along and support them. CRICKET    The first indoor nets will take place this Friday 30th January at The Beacon School commencing at 8pm. CRICKET  CLUB  AGM This will take place on Friday 27th February at The Plough commencing 8pm. TRIBUTE SHOW  AT  THE  VILLAGE  HALL The first big event of the year will be on Saturday 14th March. A top class ROD  STEWART  “A Night On The  Town”  a tribute act to entertain you.   Tickets are limited and now available from The Shop:  Keith Jones:01494-773139 e-mail: k.jones8@btinternet.com or David and Ruth Coulton 775967 e-mail: davidcoulton@yahoo.co.uk . Price £18 to include the usual high standard Village Hall Supper  Buffet.  Licensed Bar and Raffle. CHURCH SERVICES Sunday 1st February at 6pm in Lt. Missenden Church there will be a special Candlelit sung Eucharist to mark the conclusion of the season of Christmas. HAND  BELL  CHOIR Meet again this Friday evening at 7.45pm in St. Peters Church by the School. THE  PLOUGH Don’t forget the Curry and Fish and Chips nights at The Plough each week . Plus the delicious Sunday Roasts . SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM  Your driver this week is Mary Collins   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home         January 22nd THEATRE COMPANY Lots of publicity around the Village for this next production of Charles Dickens Classic " A Christmas Carol". Dates are:- Thurs. 29th Jan: Friday 30th Jan. Saturday 31st Jan. at 7.30pm. Matinee Saturday 31st at 2.30pm. Tickets £10 (£9 concessions for Thurs evening and Saturday Matinee) Box Office: 07840-965411. e-mail Carole_north@vahoo.co.uk . Sae envelope please. Also at the Village Shop. CRICKET The first indoor nets will take place on Friday 30th January at The Beacon School commencing at 8pm. CRICKET CLUB AGM Friday 27th February at The Plough. THAMES VALLEY POLICE Several communications regarding theft of tools from cars parked overnight and burglaries. A reminder not to leave anything of value in your vehicle overnight as these are easily broken into and content removed. Particularly the tools of your trade. TRIBUTE SHOW AT THE VILLAGE HALL The first event will take place on Saturday 14th March. A top class ROD STEWART " A Night on the Town" a tribute act to entertain you. Who remembers the leopard skin tight pants? Tickets are limited and now available from:- Keith Jones: 01494-773139 e-mail: kjones8@btinternet.com or David and Ruth Coulton 775967 e-mail: davidcoulton@vahoo.co.uk Price £ 18 pp to include the usual high standard Village Hall Supper buffet. Licensed Bar and Raffle. HAND BELL CHOIR Meet on this Friday evening 23rd January at 7.45pm in the Little Church by the School SHOPPING BUS TO CHESHAM This weeks driver is :- Derek Faversham   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home     January 15th THEATRE   COMPANY  This month they present “A Christmas Carol” a much loved classic tale by Charles Dickens.    Performances:  Thurs. 29th : Friday 30th:  Saturday 31st at 7.45pm.  Matinee Saturday 31st   at 2.30pm. Tickets £10 ( £9 concession for Thursday evening and Saturday Matinee) Box Office: 07840-965411. e-mail Carole_north@yahoo.co.uk. Sae please. And the Village Shop.  This is the 50th Anniversary of the Theatre Company ( formerly The Drama Group) and over that time they have produced over 130 shows. That says a lot for Village life and participation.   CRICKET   A little early in the year to be thinking about leather on willow but the club have organised their first indoor nets of the year.  The first one will take place on Friday  30th January the second one Friday 13th February at The Beacon School at 8pm.  The AGM  of the club is on Friday 27th February  at The Plough.   RAILWAY  JOURNEYS  Are you a fan of Michael Portillo’s Great Railway Journeys ?  He was in Amersham filming last Autumn and the episode was shown this week – he travels from Amersham to Pinner and then Regents Park.  You can see it on the BBC I Player for four weeks – there is a link on the website at www.HydeHeath.com     SHOPPING  BUS  TO  CHESHAM    Your driver this week is Derek Faversham.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home   January 8th   A  VERY  HAPPY  NEW  YEAR  TO ALL OUR  READERS  AND  RESIDENTS.                 W.I The first meeting of the New Year takes place tonight at 8pm in the Village Hall. The Speaker this month is Sue Bernwell and her topic will be “The Life of Sir Norman Wisdom”.  We are a very friendly, go-ahead group of people and new members are always welcome.   HANDBELL  CHOIR Meet this Friday evening in the Little Church-by-the School at 19.45pm. Our fame and enjoyment is growing with the regular  addition of new members   THEATRE  COMPANY 1965 – 2015 This year is the 50th Anniversary and the Company have produced over 130 shows during this time. This month  they present “A Christmas Carol” a much loved classic tale by Charles Dickens.   Performances:- Thurs. 29th : Friday 30th: Saturday 31st. at 7.45pm. Matinee Saturday 31st. at 2.30pm. Tickets £10 (£9 concession for Thursday and Saturday Matinee) Box Office:- 07840-965411. e.mail Carole_north@yahoo.co.uk  sae please.  And the Village Shop.   OBITURIES  We pay our respects to the late Arthur Bowen and Philip Burling, 2 very familiar residents who sadly passed away over the Christmas Period.  Our thoughts and condolences go to their families at this time.   SHOPPING  BUS:  Your driver this week will be Melissa Laing.   Pauline Richards                                                                     Paulinerichards42@yahoo.co.uk     01494 774582 Top of Page                 Home