may 2011 advertiser

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Essential shops & services with everything you need – all wonderfully local!

Promoting local business, trade and services. Advertise! Be Seen! Call Lou 01367 246130

Inside this month:Marvellous Metisse MotorcyclesFaringdon Festival PreviewA Little Bird Story… and lots more

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Business Update

Cover artist - Nicky Jones

Nicky Jones is a self-taught artist specialising inwildlife and animal portraiture, in particular dogs,cats and horses, as well as botanicalillustrations. The level of intricate detail in herwork reflects the many hours spent studying and

sketching animals, although much of her work is now taken fromphotographs. She exhibits at various art exhibitions and galleriesand also accepts commissions, with many clients returning toadd to their collection of portraits of their beloved pets.

Nicky lives in Radley, nr Abingdon with her husband and two cats,Jake and Holly. She is a member of Abingdon Artists, and has alsoexhibited with Oxfordshire ArtWeeks for the past two years.More info at www.faithfulfriendsportraits.co.uk

How To SubmitContact Lou Guthrie - Sales ManagerTel 01367 246130Mobile 07894 554551E-Mail [email protected] www.focusonuk.co.uk

Deadline for June IssueFriday 20th May

The April meeting of Faringdon Chamber of Commerce was thechance for members to decide how the Chamber should developin 2011. The new President, Paul Brame, explained that theChamber is in transition and he would like to encourage businessowners to consider coming along to a meeting and finding outhow the Chamber can support and promote their business. TheChamber has a powerful voice to promote businesses in the townboth at local, county and national levels. It is regularly invited toattend meetings with town, district and county councils, localorganisations such as OTCN and consultation meetings withrepresentatives of the Bank of England.

The guest at the next meeting will be Iain Nicholson of OTCN. Thisis a fast-growing and proactive business communicationsnetwork for Oxfordshire with 1700+ members which includesFaringdon Chamber of Commerce. This meeting will be held onMonday 9th May. For more details contact Chamber Secretary,Jane Haynes on 01367 246136.

The Chamber of Commerce is proud to be joint sponsor of a newbook “52”. This book is being developed with Wantage Chamberof Commerce and Choose Abingdon Partnership. A competitionwas held recently in which almost 400 residents of the Valeentered paintings, photographs, poems and essays about theirfavourite places. The winning entries will all be published in thebook when it goes to print later this year.

The great Supermarket Debate goes on... The application fromWaitrose goes before the Planning Committee on 25th May andthe Tesco appeal will start on the 1st June at 10am and isexpected to last up to five days. This appeal is scheduled to beheard at the Guildhall in Abingdon. However, Faringdon TownCouncil are pushing hard to have the appeal heard at a venue inFaringdon … watch this space!

Do you want to keep up with events in Faringdon? Then tune into Faringdon Radio at www.faringdonradio.com. The main showis called Faringdon Local and concentrates on what’s going on inand around Faringdon. There will be a new show every twoweeks. A key feature of the shows will be to present music fromlocal bands or bands that have played in Faringdon.

Nearly 40 businesses were represented at Faringdon BusinessBreakfast Club, an A to Z of professions from architects andaccountants through to web designers and wealth strategists. Itbeing early on a Monday morning, hot coffee was the order ofthe day before members were invited to help themselves to thesuperb buffet breakfast that Sudbury House Hotel has to offer.After the regular introduction round, the Club's treasurer,Lawrence Harrison of Tax Assist in Swindon, gave acomprehensive overview of the recent budget, concentratingparticularly on how it affects the small business owner. It gavemembers plenty of food for thought and a lively question andanswer session followed.

From time to time Faringdon Business Breakfast Club has three1-2-1 mini-meetings each in place of the usual speaker. So if yousurvive the flurry of Bank Holidays, and fancy a productive chatwith three other members at the next breakfast on Monday May9th, phone 0845 003 1340 to book your seat at Sudbury HouseHotel.

Fairford & Lechlade Business Club are hosting their Annual Food& Drink Festival on 1st May in Lechlade Market Place from 10am –4pm. Following the official opening there will be an Antiques Fairat the Memorial Hall, in-house tastings at Pinos Italian Restaurantand Londis, Wine Tasting at Vin Est and lots of stalls with goodiesto try and buy in the Market Place.


What happens when you cross two scramble bike stars, Steve McQueen and an Italianroof thatcher? Metisse Motorcycles is the answer! That name may not ring many bellswith you, but behind the name is the fascinating story of how two brothers triumphedover the big boys of motorcycle manufacture - and how Gerry Lisi brought their amazingheritage to Faringdon.

The story begins in the 1950s in Hampshire. Brothers Don and Derek Rickman, stars of theBritish motocross scene, were famous for modifying their BSA bikes with off-the-shelfparts and when their competitors started asking for copies of their bikes, the brothersopened a retail business. They soon began designing frames and offered the designs forfree to the top bike companies Triumph, BSA, Norton and Matchless; all they wanted inreturn was the chance to purchase bikes built to their own specification. However, themanufacturers turned down the offer so the brothers became manufacturers themselves, building frames that were paired with suitableproprietary engines. Their first frame was named Metisse, the polite French word for “mongrel”, and the name stuck. Over the yearsMetisse manufactured thousands of frames for a range of bikes, from dirt and motocross bikes up to huge police motorcycles withTriumph eight-valve engines. They were one of the biggest manufacturers of street bikes in the UK, and they also diversified into productsas varied as BMX bikes, hospital beds and Ford-powered kit cars. Ironically, Metisse were producing motorbikes long after many of thelarger companies had gone out of business. When the brothers retired they sold the business to Pat French and his company MRD, whocontinued production of the bikes.

The story moves closer to home in 1999, when French teamed up with Gerry Lisi, a Metisse enthusiast. Italian-born Lisi was by trade a roofthatcher but after tiring of working outdoors in the British climate he had already started one business in the area, Carswell Golf Club. Inhis spare time Lisi was a keen dirtbike racer and he put forward a proposal to see Metisse safely through some difficult economic times,

which was accepted. A new factory was built at Carswell, and when French retired, Lisicontinued and grew the business. While famous for building frames and other parts, theone thing Metisse had never manufactured was a motor - so Lisi set out to pen his own one… and today he is building bikes with Metisse-designed and developed engines.

Perhaps the most famous of Metisse’s “modern” motorbikes is actually a vintage one!Actor Steve McQueen was famous for his love of motorcycles and his favourite bike was acustomised Metisse desert racing bike. Today Metisse Motorcycles manufactures limitededition exact replicas of McQueen’s modified Metisse bike - there will only be 300 availableand they are endorsed by the actor’s estate. So now you know the story of MetisseMotorcycles … and how such a unique piece of history is being built in a factory just acouple of miles outside Faringdon!

Metisse Motorcycles: motorcycling history right here in Faringdon


Come and have a walk around our garden displaysto get ideas and inspiration

We have handcrafted paving produced on site and alsosandstone, travertine & limestone from all around the world

Open to trade & retail • Now open 7 days

Tel: 01367 240112www.rogersgardenstone.co.uk

MTS FENCINGDomestic & Commercial

Specialising in Closeboard

We take pride in quality workmanship& reliability at a fair price

CONTACT MATTHEW07866 792222

Free QuotationsAll work and materials guaranteed


Staff required at the Portwell Angel

Faringdon’s only wine bar will be lookingto recruit more staff very soon.

The hours are varied, morning, noon and night(well, until the early hours sometimes).

Many skills are required, not least exceptional customer service,making cocktails as well as the best coffee in town and,

importantly, being part of a team.

A positive and outgoing personality is essentialand the ability to develop & promote events is key

whilst accuracy in all areas critical to success

Please send your cv to [email protected]

26 Market Place • FaringdonOxfordshire SN7 7HU

E: [email protected]

Rooms will accommodate up to four deskswith phones and internet connections.

Cost of rental is £350 + £50 per desk per calendarmonth. One month rent is payable as a deposit +

one month rent in advance.

For more information please contact Nick Elwellor Jane Haynes on 01367 246130

or email [email protected]

Town Centre Officesavailable to include:

� Utilities(excluding phone calls)� Internet and Fax� Cleaning

� Tea & Coffee� Fully Furnished

� Secure Parking Area� Meeting Rooms

available nearby

Are you looking foroffice space in Faringdon?

OFFICES TO RENT IN FARINGDON MARKET PLACE

So Spring slipped off the edge of the world and summer arrived before the buds onthe trees had turned to leaf. Perhaps a false dawn? Will it be snowing in May? Will theApple Blossom wither and perish in the next harsh frost?

Of course not – for in this near perfect country of ours the Upbeat Daringfonians willkeep away the wintry weather using the power of creative thought and positiveaction. Don’t doubt this: if you do, you will be the cause of any reversal in ourweatherly fortunes.

The long nights grow longer and the season of festivals approaches. A small group amongst the Daringfonians, the FocalAngels, decided they must Focus On the well-being of the Town and have decided to push forward with the annual partyin July – just 70 sleeps away from now! The excitement is already building. You can feel it in the air: which is fortunate as

the Party will be an open air event – pretty much run on thin air as well! Theplans for the event are almost laid but, as ever, more willing helpers are neededso do feel free to volunteer.

Permissions to hold the Party have been granted, permissions to barricade theroads approved, without charge. The stage has been planned, the soundproduction sourced and the light show arranged. A few extra barrels of ale areon order and some fermented grapes will see us good to go!

Not much has been heard from the High Sheriff now for some 60 nights andnothing has been heard from the Nomads who don’t seem to oppose the ideaof a Faringdon Party – but equally don’t seem to do anything to support it. Agreat shame and a wasted opportunity we think. But who are we to say?

The next instalment of the continuing story of …The Parapet and The Poison Chalice


Witney01993 882863

Faringdon01367 241888


Date Event Venue Time Contact Charge/info

Sun 1st Folly Tower open Folly Tower, Folly Hill11am-5pm

www.faringdonfolly.org.ukAdults £2, under 16s 50p,

under 11s free

Sun 1stCivic Service for all the people

of FaringdonAll Saints' Church

In support of theMayor's Charity

Sun 1stSpringtime Stroll at Coleshill

(Guided nature walk)Coleshill Estate

(meet in Estate car park)1-3pm 01793 762209 £3 adults, £1.50 children

Sun 1st The 15 Minute Club The Red Lion 8-11pm www.15minuteclub.co.uk Free

Mon 2nd Folly Tower open Folly Tower, Folly Hill11am-5pm

www.faringdonfolly.org.ukAdults £2, under 16s 50p,

under 11s free

Wed 4th Quiz Night Portwell Cellar 8pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk

Thurs 5th Folk Session The Swan, Park Road 8pmRachel@

ragaland.freeserve.co.ukAll welcome to play,

sing or listen

Thurs 5thFaringdon Thursday Memorial

Cup Competition FinalTuckers Park

KO6.30pm

faringdonthursdaymcc.webs.com

Fri 6thThe Portwell House Tea Dance

with Gof SmithPortwell Angel 3pm www.portwellangel.co.uk Tea and scones £4.20

Fri 6thLive Music: Lucky Generals and

JamPortwell Cellar 8.30pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk

Sat 7th-Sun 8th

Great Coxwell ARTWEEKSexhibition

Various - see website www.artweeks.org

Mon 9thFaringdon Business

Breakfast ClubSudbury House Hotel

7.30-9.30am

www.fbbc-networking.co.uk £10 breakfast

Wed 11th Supper Quiz NightFox and Hounds,

Uffington7.30pm

01367 820680www.uffingtonpub.co.uk

£2 quiz only,£7 inc supper

Thurs 12th4Networking business

breakfast meetingSudbury House Hotel 8-10am www.4networking.biz

£10, visitors alwayswelcome

Fri 13thCircus in Town: live music andOxford Comedy Deathwatch

Portwell Angel Courtyard 8pm www.portwellangel.co.uk

Fri 13th Live Jazz: Nick Gill on Piano Portwell Angel www.portwellangel.co.ukPre-booking req:

£5 entry, £12 inc food

Sat 14th-Sun 15th

Great Coxwell ARTWEEKSexhibition

Various - see website www.artweeks.orgLive music from Kviria(Georgian harmonies)

all day

Sat 14thFree Ante-Natal class for both

parentsFaringdon Family Centre,

Bromsgrove10am-

12noon01367 242432

Free, donations welcomefor refreshments

Sat 14th

Curry with Cooper: Magic fromWelsh Wizard John Williams,curry feast and actor Geoff

Roffe as Tommy Cooper

Portwell Angel www.portwellangel.co.uk £15 inc dinner

Sun 15thCotswold Churches Festival

CelebrationAll Saints' Church 10.30am

01367 242440www.cotswoldchurchesfestival.org

Sun 15thConcert with the KenningtonChoir: Extracts from "Elijah"

All Saints' Church 2.30pm01367 242440

www.cotswoldchurchesfestival.orgIn support ofChristian Aid

Wed 18th Serious Business Lunch Portwell Angel www.portwellangel.co.uk

Wed 18thTalk on portraits by director of

National Portrait GalleryAll Saints' Church 7.30am


£5, conc available

Wed 18th Quiz Night Portwell Cellar 8pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk

Thurs 19thPlay: The Odd Couple

(female version)Faringdon Junior School 8pm www.farindondramatic.org.uk £8, children £6

Thurs 19thFaringdon Thursday Memorial

Cup CompetitionTuckers Park KO 7pm faringdonthursdaymcc.webs.com

60th AnniversaryCelebration Fixture

Out and About


Local Events in MayDate Event Venue Time Contact Charge/info

Fri 20thPlay: The Odd Couple


Fri 20thPerformance:

"Bible in Voice & Verse"All Saints' Church 7.30pm


£6, conc available

Fri 20th Live Music: Disclosure Portwell Cellar 8.30pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk

Sat 21st Craft Fair Corn Exchange10am-4pm

01367 241201

Sat 21stPlay: The Odd Couple


Wed 25thPublic meeting about GPconsortium in Oxfordshire

Roysee Room,Abingdon Guildhall

7-9pm

Thurs26th

4Networking businessbreakfast meeting

Sudbury House Hotel 8-10am www.4networking.biz£10, visitors always

welcome

Fri 27thEnd of month not so serious

business lunchPortwell Angel www.portwellangel.co.uk

Fri 27thLouise Woodgate and Philip

Blacker EntertainPortwell Angel 7.30pm www.portwellangel.co.uk £16 inc dinner

Sat 28th 70s and 80s Disco Portwell Cellar 8.30pm www.portwellcellar.co.uk

Mon 30th Folly Tower open Folly Tower, Folly Hill 11am-5pm www.faringdonfolly.org.ukAdults £2, under 16s 50p,

under 11s free

Regular events

1st Tues Farmers' market Market Place All day 01367 710445

EveryTues

Quiz Night King and Queen, Longcot 8.30pm www.longcotkingandqueen.com Teams or individuals

EveryWed

Health Walks Leave from The Bell Hotel 10.30am

Every Fri Country Market Corn Exchange 9.15-11am

Every SatFaringdon Farcycles

cycle rideLeave from Market Place 9am 01367 241142 11-12 and 25-35 miles

Every SatSupportive, informal

parenting groupFaringdon Community

College1-3pm Stella on 07963536568

Every Sun Quiz Night The Red Lion 8pm 01367 244585

Send details of your event to [email protected] or call Lou Guthrie on 01367 246130

NEWS FROM LONGCOT!

The first Longcot Village Fair for many years will take place

on Sunday 26th June this year.

Events and activities will be announced soon, but we would like to let local charitiesand businesses know that table space will be available inside the large marquee.

The Fair is in aid of the St Mary’s Church Open Door Project.

Those interested should contactGlenice Larcombe on 01793 783515 email [email protected]

or Abi Weston-Edwards on 01793 784401 email [email protected]


Blackworth Car SalesBlackworth Car Sales, on the Blackworth Industrial Estate in Highworth, has over 20 years’ experience in the motor industry. The driving force behindBlackworth Car Sales is passion, understanding and attention to detail. Our dealership has built its reputation on providing courteous, honest and reliableservice. Our standards are very high and we would feel proud to supply you with your next vehicle purchase.

All our vehicles are carefully sourced before starting the Blackworth Car Sales process. We first valet all vehicles, paying attention to areas not usuallyvisible. The cars are then machine polished to remove fine scratches caused by washing or road film and daily wear. It’s not till this process has beencompleted that we know if the vehicle is up to the high standards that we require. We proudly place our name on the vehicle and we understand the hoursof enjoyment you will get from your new car. We think you will find the way we do business is noticeably different to other car retailers.

At Blackworth Car Sales we like to exceed your expectations. Our stock changes regularly because we work on the basis that turnover is better than profit,and keeping our stock fresh offers our customers more variety. All our vehicles are covered by a comprehensive warranty, serviced to manufacturers’requirements, and given a new cam belt.

If an MOT is required we like our vehicles to have no advisories. We offer part exchange and we guarantee that you will be offered a very competitive pricefor your vehicle. Our services also include delivery and a vehicle purchasing scheme. If you don’t want the hassle of selling your old car we can do this foryou and, by preparing it for sale the Blackworth way, we will return you more money than if you were selling privately. We can source any vehicle to yourrequirements, taking out the hours you’d normally spend looking for your next vehicle, and preparing it for you to drive away at your leisure.

For total piece of mind Blackworth Car Sales raise the standards, find us atUnit 26 Blackworth Industrial Estate, Highworth Swindon SN6 7NA Call for free advice on 01793 861293, and 07921834511.

Blackworth Service CentreAt Blackworth Service Centre (Unit 18 Blackworth Industrial Estate) we recognise that having your car, van or any vehicle serviced is a costlyinconvenience you could do without, so we offer a fresh approach to vehicle care.

Blackworth Service Centre offers a wide range of services to suit your needs, from a single bulb change to a complete service. Our workshop is equippedto carry out all levels of vehicle care. We are proud to be recognised as cam belt specialists and our trained technicians know every vehicle. A cam belt isthe rubber toothed belt that turns over the engine and it’s a major component on all vehicles. Without routine maintenance they will eventually snap,causing you major problems and expense - the average engine rebuild can run into thousands of pounds. We’ll service your cam belt while you wait, andyou can even enjoy a relaxing coffee in our newly refurbished workshop. All vehicles are washed on return so your car looks, feels and smells serviced.

We think you will find the Blackworth Service Centre approach to vehicle care refreshingly different. We set our standards high and from the minute yourcar comes into the service centre we take the utmost care to ensure you get the service both you and your vehicle deserve.

Our services include cam belt expertise, electrical diagnostic, clutches, brakes, exhausts, tyres and valeting. We can also provide 24 hour recovery, MOTpreparation and MOTs arranged at trade prices.

Call us today to arrange a no obligation quote on your next service.Blackworth Service Centre Service & Cam Belt Specialists: Raising the standard of vehicle care. Tel: 01793 766920 24 hr recovery: 07825708084


Free* Home Delivery now available*for orders over £20 at your independently owned local store

All our fast lines have moved into thecook shop at 11 London Street

All types of business/domestic cleaning, including washing & ironing, all tailoredto our customers’ individual needs and carried out by friendly, professional staff.

Office and school cleaning Specialist carpet cleaning

Call us now for a free “no fuss” quote and let us take the cleaning off your hands.

Tel: 01285 657210 or 01242 790299Email: [email protected]

www.jpncleaning.co.uk

Tel: 01285

Tel: 01285 657210or 01242 790299


For more information:

[email protected] call Donna Rogers on 01367 241169

Wednesday 11th May, 7.30pmWe will guide you through the varied regions of Australia –

discover a range of styles from our recent visit!£18.50 per person

Private tasting sessions can be booked at your venue or oursand are suitable for:

Team Building • Conferences • BirthdaysOr an unusual night out with friends!

May OfferBuy a bottle of a selected boutique wine and enjoy

two Portwell slates for £25.00.

Choose from:A selection of Smoked fish with bread and salad garnish

Anti-pasti Italian meats, sundried tomatoes, olives and warmed ciabattaTaramasalata, Tsatziki and Houmous Greek dips with pitta bread and olivesSalsa, Guacomole and Balsamic vinaigrette with Olive Oil dips and ciabatta

*A selection of Cheeses and Gilly’s Chutney with fruit*add an additional £5.00

WE ARE OPEN FOR YOU ALL DAY, EVERY DAY09.00 – 23.00hrs Monday-Thursday09.00 – 01.30hrs Friday-Saturday

10.00 – 23.00hrs Sunday

Portwell Angel, 26 Market Place, Faringdon SN7 7HUTel: 01367 248030 Website: www.portwellangel.co.uk

Faringdon’s contemporary venue for fine wines and informal dining




faringdon festival 2011

main weekend8th to 10th July

with supporting eventsfrom 2nd July


faringdonfestival

2011

programme

music, dancephotography

exhibitions,art, craftssculpture

performancedrama, poetry,

literature,workshops

main weekend8th to 10th Julywith supporting

eventsfrom 2nd Julywww.focusonfaringdon.co.uk

[email protected]

friday

African DrumsMatthew Little

DisclosureCharlie BaxterHypermused


saturday

Pete McCarthyTalent Oxford 2010 winnersTruly, Kieran, Jamie, Bianca

Adam LipinskiThe Dacoits

The BlowbacksResonataDog

KiffQuadrophobe

sunday

Ear CandyUke Box Jury (tbc)

PhousaThe Quiet Men

Steve Day & friendsBoogieMe


Get involved with Faringdon Festival 2011

Are you involved with a charity/community group?WOULD YOU LIKE TO RAISE FUNDS?

Join us at this year’s Faringdon Festival music weekendwith a stall selling everything and anything

Food stalls: £150.00 for the weekend.Non food charity/not for profit stalls: £1.50 per foot frontage per day

Non food commercial stalls: £2.50 per foot frontage per day

Prior booking/payment essential.Please send to following details to the festival organisers to book your stall.

Your nameYour telephone number & email address

Your addressName of organisation

Size of stallWhat will you be selling

Days required: Friday (evening only) Saturday Sunday

Third Party Liability Insurance is required(Available for £5.00 per stall for charities/not for profit organisations)

All booking must be pre-paidAll stalls (esp food!) must comply with current Health & Safety legislation

The festival organisers are providing space only:stalls, covers, power, water, etc. are the responsibility of the stall holder.

Please send your details along with your booking fee to:Faringdon Festival 2011, The Portwell Angel, Market Place, Faringdon, SN7 7HU

(Cheques payable to FocusOn Faringdon CIC)


A whole new beginning forThe Fox and Hounds!

Visitors to The Fox and Houndsin Uffington will have noticed afew changes recently. Newlandlord and landlady Michaeland Janet have completelyrefurbished the building andare looking forward towelcoming regular visitors andnew faces alike.

.The pub prides itself on its homecooked food and meals areavailable 7 days a week. Offering traditional pub meals with lotsof local produce, there’s something to suit everyone.

Michael and Janet are keen to make the pub a big part of thelocal community. Coming up in May is a supper quiz night (11th)and all the family can join in the fancy dress three legged race(29th), which is a fundraiser for Helen and Douglas House, theOxford hospice for children and young people.

Another new venture at the pub is live music – Janet and Michaelhave issued an open invitation for local musicians and singers toperform at the pub any Tuesday night in May between 9 – 11 pm(and hope to make this a regular event). Folk, Blues, Skiffle, C&W,Rock & Roll etc, rather than modern styles. Opportunities toperform for a modest fee at other times. Fancy giving it a go?

To find out more about The Fox and Hounds have a look at theirwebsite, www.uffingtonpub.co.uk or, better still, why not pop infor a pint and experience it for yourself!

Michael and Janet welcome you to The Fox and Hounds.At our friendly, traditional pub in the lovely village of

Uffington we can offer you:

Home cooked meals 7 days a weekTraditional music and regular events

Real ales and guest beersLarge beer garden and outdoor seating area

Unrivalled views of the Uffington White HorsePlenty of parking - and well behaved dogs are welcome!

High Street, Uffington SN7 7RPTel: 01367 820680

www.uffingtonpub.co.uk

Jane would like to thank you allfor your patience and supportduring her battle with cancerand subsequent periods of

hospitalisation andconvalescence.

The Salon is currently closed butwill be reopening in June.

Watch this space for excitingnews about the reopening!


Hats for Hire and for Sale

A wonderful array of ever changing stylesand colours enables us to bring you

a range of hats to suit all agesand every occasion.

We offer an old fashioned service ina country setting. In our well lit

and elegant showroom you can peruseour hats at your leisure.

Hats WhiskersTel: 01367 870248 or 07788 423624Gainfield, Faringdon, Oxfordshire

www.hatswhiskers.com

The story behind Hats WhiskersSome years ago I spent dayssearching for a hat to go with anoutfit I was wearing for a familywedding. I could not findanybody to help me find a hat. Itneeded to complement theoutfit, lift my skin color, andframe my face, but there wasnothing out there. Eventually Isettled on a head piece which left me feeling uncomfortable andI knew I had been rushed into making a dreadful mistake: thisfeeling haunted me and ruined the day.

I then started to look at other people’s hats and wonderedwhether they had suffered a similar dilemma to me – thus “HatsWhiskers” evolved. Since then I have learned to block hats, trimthem and even create bespoke headpieces for individual people.

For me it is important that when a client wears an item from HatsWhiskers they are able to relax and enjoy the experienceknowing that every care has gone into matching the hat to theperson and the outfit.

My stock is sourced from a variety of places. As Luton is thehome of English millinery I find a wide range of trims and hatsfrom there. I also stock hats from couture designers in Londonso I have something for everyone.

In my stylish and private showroom you are able to peruse thecollection and be advised on how best to complement your outfit

Whatever the occasion I can help you, call me (Sarah) on 01367870248 to arrange your appointment and prepare to be wowed.

4a London Street, Faringdon SN7 7AA

01367 240717www.faringdonlifestyleandmobility.co.uk

Come and see our great prices3 wheel walker £65

Economy wheelchair £125

Budget rise/recline chair £575

Beds • Chairs • Rise/recliners • Bathlifts • WalkersWheelchairs • Backcare • Sticks • Shopping Trolleys

Commodes • Large stock of everyday aids

CuttingColouringHair ExtensionsBeautyEyelash Extensions

10a Mill Street, Wantage, Oxon OX12 9AQ

01235 760000www.philipdayhairdressing.co.uk Ph

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Meets twice weekly (Monday & Thursday) at the Baptist Church Hallfor anyone with at least 60 years’ life experience.

Activities include:Games, quizzes, gentle exercise classes,

craft sessions, outings, day tripsand themed activities.

Just £6 a day including transport, two course lunch,refreshments and all activities.

Call the Club on 07523 116918or email [email protected] for details or to arrange a visit

Bromsgrove Lunch and Leisure Club


Crowdy & Rose Solicitorsof Faringdon and Lechlade

Faringdon Branch Lechlade Branch

We have a wealth of local knowledgeand are an established part of the local community

providing for the needs of our clients.

2 Market Place, Faringdon, Oxfordshire SN7 7HWTel 01367 240285

High Street, Lechlade, Gloucestershire, GL7 3AETel: 01367 252644

[email protected]

Established within the local community since 1790

GLASS

GLASS PROCESSORS & GLAZIERSGLASS CUT WHILE-U-WAIT

MIRRORS • BEVELLINGSANDBLASTING • POLISHING

DRILLING • DECORATIVE GLASSCOLOURED SPLASHBACKS

Cameo Glass, Park Road, Faringdon, Oxon SN7 7DSTel: 01367 242421 Fax: 01367 242978

Email: [email protected]


Charney Pet Care Centre

v Luxury Boarding for Dogs & Cats

v Dog Day-care and Walking Service

v Canine Activity Holidays

v Dog Grooming

v Pet Shopvn”

Stanford Road, Faringdon,Oxon SN7 8ET

Tel: 01367 241063www.charneykennels.co.uk

High Flyers

Has anyone noticed the increasing number of Red Kiteshovering in the skies above Faringdon?

Until fairly recently, these birds were in decline and onthe verge of extinction.

The red kite was an extremely common bird in medievalBritain. In towns and cities, rubbish and animalcarcasses littered the streets. Red kites were usefulbecause they ate the refuse and helped clean the streets.People considered them so valuable that anyone whokilled one was punished by death!

During Tudor times, household waste was no longercast aside, reducing their food supply. In thecountryside, kites and a whole range of other birds wereclassed as vermin and a threat to food production. In acomplete turnaround, people were paid a penny foreach one killed.

By the end of the 19th century, only a handful of pairs ofred kites survived in the remote hills of mid-Wales.Organised protection began soon after, firstly by theKite Committee, followed by the RSPB.

In the late 1980’s an introduction programme began inEngland and Scotland. Red kites from Spain and Sweden(That’s why I can’t understand a word they say!) werereleased in the Chilterns, Oxon. The project provedsuccessful when the first kites in over 100 years bred inEngland and Scotland. The British Trust for Ornithologynamed the red kite as “Bird of the Century” because ofits determined fight back from the brink of extinction.(similar to Katie Price!)

“A word of caution”Red kites mainly scavenge on dead animals …

and what goes in must come out!

When cleaning my car last Sunday, a large male red kitedropped what could be best described as a smallCaribbean Island on the bonnet.Bless em!

C. Row

Red Kite(Milvus Milvus)


Art at the AngelJune Adams studied art at school but had little time to continuetill her senior years. She enjoys working in pastel and has foundit a fascinating hobby, with opportunities to meet peoplethrough the local art clubs. It’s also given her the chance to visitsome of our wonderful art galleries and museums.

Some of June’s artwork will be on display at the Portwell Angelthroughout May, and June is thrilled to have been asked toexhibit at the Angel as her childhood was spent next door at theCrown!

CAR BODY REPAIRSV W RESTORATION

TEL 01367 243324MOB 07918 660725

OPEN MON-SAT 8-6ISH

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FocusOn is now the proud new owner ofOxnews, based at Portwell House, Faringdon.

Oxnews is an innovative website with up todate information useful for anyone living,working, studying or simply just visiting

Oxfordshire.

Online there are various directories includingWhat’s On In Oxfordshire, a BusinessDirectory, Job Vacancies, Used Cars plus

much, much more! The site has over 20,000unique visitors every month and a weekly

newsletter to over 6000 subscribers. To visitthe site, simply go to www.oxnews.co.uk

For any advertising queries or interest inpotential links to Oxnews contact Alex on

01367 246130 or [email protected]


Faringdon Festival 2011: Photo CompetitionOnce again Faringdon Festival will be holding a Photo Competition, open toeveryone owning (or borrowing) a camera.

This year there will be three age categories: Under 11s, 11-16 years old andAdult 17+. You are invited to enter up to three prints, maximum size A4, oneach of three subjects, which are:

Last years FestivalNatureShapes

The competition will be judged by the one and only Al Cane, and during theFestival there will be an exhibition featuring as many entries as possible inthe Portwell Angel (though only mounted photos can be displayed). Formore information on how to enter please email [email protected].

BGi.uk are principal supporters of FocusOn Faringdon CIC

Helpers and Supporters required for the Faringdon FestivalWe will be running the Faringdon Festival this year on a Daringfonian Shoestring.

(You may need to check out what one of those is - but it's not very much!)

If you can help in any way, please put your name forward to Jane Haynes 01367 246137 or email [email protected].

Children’s Day Nursery inShellingford, FaringdonRecognised by OFSTED in September 2010as OUTSTANDING in Leadership & ManagementExcellent quality Children’s Day Nursery combining traditional lovingcare with a stimulating educational programme to provide a well-balanced environment for your child. • Children from 6 weeks to 5 years • Open 7.45am to 6.15pm Monday to Friday • Full time or part time (51 weeks) • Pre-school educational curriculum • French and music classes • Secure Door Entry SystemTo organise a visit please contact Steph Chapman,

Nursery Manager on 01367 718888


All change at Carswell Golf Club!Julien Heber-Smith and Matt Floyd, the new management team atCarswell Golf Club, would love to welcome you to the club and show youaround the extensive facilities.

As well as a fabulous 18 hole golf course, the club boasts a fully stockedGolf Shop run by PGA Professional Karl Kelsall and his team. Karl is onhand to help you find the perfect equipment and wherever possible theshop will match or beat other local suppliers’ prices.

Professional golf tuition is also available from individual lessons throughto Adult and Junior beginner group lessons. Pupils are encouraged tolearn at their own pace, and the Academy also uses optional videoanalysis and improve golfers’ swing and find the perfect clubs.

Away from the green, the Clubhouse is open to all for coffee, drinks andgood hearty bar food. It offers an A la Carte menu as well as a SundayCarvery - and you can make a weekend of it with excellent bed andbreakfast accommodation, too. The Clubhouse, set within the groundsof the golf course, offers the perfect location for Weddings ,privatefunctions and parties. With a wedding license Carswell can now providethe complete solution for a stress free wedding day. Let our experiencedstaff pamper you and your guests for that ‘once in a lifetime’ day toremember.

And finally, did you know that there was a gym and hair salon at Carswell?The Gym is the only one in Oxfordshire to offer Gravity Training, alongwith a wide range of exercise equipment. And at Woods Salon qualifiedand experienced hair stylists and beauty therapists genuinely care thatyou leave the salon feeling 10 years younger.

If you’d like to know more about what Carswell Golf Club has tooffer you, visit the website - or take a look for yourself on the open dayon 22nd May!

www.carswellgolfandcountryclub.co.uk


Want to be seen? To advertise call Lou on 01367 246130

Experts - local servicesD.G. Joinery

City & Guilds qualified carpenter and joiner.All Carpentry work undertaken

Specialist in fitted wardrobes • Kitchen installationsBookcases • Bespoke joinery - including stairs

All exterior carpentry including decking, sheds etc.Any building alterations including guttering etc.

Free QuotationsTelephone: 07831 680440

ASTON PINE STRIPPINGCaustic and non-caustic stripping of all woods & metals.Established for over 15 years - Water Board Approved

ASTON PINE ANTIQUESStockists of English and Continental pine furniture, as well as

many other antiques - 8,000+ sq.ft of showroomsOxford Architectural Antiques

Large stock of period fireplaces, doors, panelling,sanitary ware & garden items.

Architectural salvage sourcing service available.16-18 London Road, Faringdon, Oxfordshire

Tel: 01367 242268

DOG HOLIDAYSHome from home while you’re away!

Daily walks Freedom to play 5 acres of safely fenced fields Lots of TLC Council approved and registered

07817155132 01993 837605Black Bourton

Oven Cleaning ServiceNot only do we clean ovens, we can also clean:

Grills, Hobs, Stoves, Extractor Hoods, BBQ’s,Wood-Burners, Fireplaces, Agas, Rayburns & Microwaves

(oven racks/shelves included in price)All work undertaken carried out to a high standard &

only good quality cleaning materials used.Please contact Daniel on 07584 190271

for a reasonable quote.

A local-run companyfocusing on personalised

care services.High standard of care

Individually tailored care plansYour own regular care worker

My Carer Tel: 01367 718413www.mycareroxfordshire.co.uk

Your Local CarpenterAll aspects ofTimber Work

& Building Maintenance

07581 171815

COMPUTERSUPPORT

Bespoke Affordable IT Solutions• Computer healthchecks, repairs and updates• Network Setup • Data Recovery & Backup

• IT Consultation

0845 467 [email protected] • www.quidne-it.com

Corporate ServiceCourier ServiceExecutive CarsInsured Cars

Short/Long DistancesBusiness AccountsDriver Hire4/7 Seaters

[email protected]

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The Music GalleryIndependent music retailer

[email protected]

8 Newbury StreetWantage,Oxon OX12 8BS01235 770353

TOM FOYRepairs & Servicing of

Washing Machines, Cookers and DriersFully Guaranteed

Tel: 01793 766397or 01367 252701 (Lechlade)

Mike PerksGreenwood Pest Management Ltd

13 Gloucester Street • Faringdon • Oxfordshire • SN7 7JAT: 01367 241120 • M: 07513 000390

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Mike Perks

Duncan Clarkpainting

Painter & Decorator

Free EstimatesDuncan Clarke01793 766829

Emma Palmer07531 946141Nail Technician and Beauty TherapistFaringdon, Oxfordshire

Your local electriciansDomestic-Commercial-Industrial

Faringdon

Tel: 01367 240308

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Road Closures 2011Due to Faringdon Arts Festival, the following

roads will be closed between:July 8th 16:00-23:45July 9th 9:00-23:45July 10th 9:00-18:00

Church Street & Market Place

LP Accountancy ServicesBookkeeping, Management Accounts, VAT

Returns, Self Assessment, IT Implementation,Payroll

Competitive PricesCall me on 07824 539494Louise Pearson - Accountancy Services


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Friday 6th(from 3pm)

The Portwell House Tea Dance with GofSmith: Gof provides the music, The PortwellAngel provides tea and scones (£4.20) and youenjoy the event!

Friday 13th

Nick Gill on the Piano: Nick Gill has beenplaying classic jazz piano professionally since1992. His music encompasses the classicragtime of Scott Joplin, early jazz of “Jelly Roll”Morton and the school of Harlem Stride Piano.Pre-booking required. £5 entry to guarantee aseat, or £12 to include one of our famous slates.

Saturday 14th

Curry with Cooper - Magical entertainmentwith the Welsh Wizard John Williams, enjoy acurry prepared by Bari from The Viceroy, thensit back and relax with actor Geoff Roffe’srendition of the late great Tommy Cooper.Booking essential, £15 per person inc dinner.

Friday 27th

Louise Woodgate and Philip BlackerEntertain: In These Shoes. A frivolous blendof opera and cabaret performed by LouiseWoodgate, with new additional songs and muchhindrance from Philip Blacker! Join us for dinner,enjoy one of our highly commended slates andbe entertained! Pre-booking essential. £16 perperson including dinner.

Wednesday 18th: Serious Business LunchFriday 27th: End of month not so serious Business Lunch

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