General interest

Gates down Church Walk

At the most recent Wardington Parish Council Meeting, Jan Funnell raised the problem of the gates down church walk (the pathway down the hill opposite the church.) On occasions the small, old, kissing gate has been taken off its hinges and has had to be replaced on its hinges. More importantly, further down church walk, on the left, a gate gives access to the field, but this gate does not give access to the field for walkers as it is not part of the public footpath. On occasions cattle have escaped because the gate has been left open. The chain and padlock installed to ensure the gate remains shut have been removed, again allowing the cattle to escape. There is

Wardington Cinema Reminder : “The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society”, This Friday 7th September

Wardington Cinema Reminder : “The Guernsey Literary & Potato Peel Pie Society”, This Friday 7th September Please let either Paul / Sam know if you plan to attend the cinema night this coming Friday 7th September (contact details on the poster). As normal there will be a half time interval when we will serve free ice-creams and hold a raffle.  Please feel free to bring your own food and drink to enjoy during the screening. Doors open at 7.15pm and the film will start at 8pm.  £6.50 standard price, £4.50 concessions

Wardington Fete – Saturday 1st Sept.

Wardington Fete & Horticultural Show will be on Saturday 1st September from 2 - 5pm in the gardens of the Manor. Mrs Evelyn Phillips will open the fete at 2pm. Attractions include Horticultural classes, Morris Dancers, Bulb Stall, Cream Teas, Tombola, Games, Cake Stall, Pimms & strawberries. To raise money for Dogs for Good and the Memorial Hall. There will be a dog and handler from Dogs for Good at the fete. This year's fete is kindly sponsored by Mansion Hill Vets of Middleton Cheney. Download the poster here.  

HS2 Update

HS2 Update   Wardington Parish Council have received an update regarding the progress of the following HS2 related work. By following the link in 3c more information is available.                                           The following link is a notice of works in your area,Chipping Warden relief road and site compound. RR-Compound_ChippingWarden   1.       Road Improvements Wardington and Chipping Warden: a.       Wardington road improvements are planned to be carried out in autumn. b.      Chipping Warden Relief Road is due to start in August with the site set up / compound work starting. Please see attached a notification for the works. 2.       U&A regarding engagement

Eurogarages refusal – please write to the Banbury Guardian – deadline Monday

The Banbury Guardian is hoping we are going to write them letters to discuss the refusal of Eurogarages planning application so PLEASE do write to them after you read their smashing article by reporter Stuart Prestidge online: https://www.banburyguardian.co.uk/news/business/cherwell-vote-against-controversial-motorway-service-plan-1-8542761 and no doubt in next weeks paper so do get one!   Write to: Stuart Prestige who wrote the article at: editorial@banburyguardian.co.uk   Rosy ROSY BURKE http://www.youtube.com/user/rosydesign1 Rosy Burke, 19 Banbury Rd, Chacombe, Banbury, Oxon OX17 2JN, UKT  • +44 (0)1295 712660   E •  rosy@rosydesign.co.uk * Long Listing Judge of the BBC Countryfile Photo Competition 2009-2017* Winner BBC Countryfile Photo Competition, Judges Prize 2005

Safari Supper 2018 – Now Booking

Tickets are selling well so make sure you don't miss out on this really fun evening. If you've never been before, be assured that it's relaxed, fun and above all welcoming. And if anyone with a family is hesitating because of childcare, then just ask me (750765) and I'll put you in touch with plenty of great babysitters! We're still looking for a couple of hosts, so why not volunteer? Tickets and further info: Philippa Hunt, Stud Farm House, Wardington, OX17 1RU. Telephone: 01295 758 087 MID-SUMMER SAFARI SUPPER Saturday 23rd June 2018 Building on the success of the past ten years the Friends of St. Mary Magdalene Church in Wardington, would like to invite you to take part in

Book your tickets now for Darkest Hour – Friday 15th June

Please book your tickets as soon as possible for the next Wardington Village Cinema event, when we shall be screening Darkest Hour on Friday 15th June (next Friday)! Contact Sam Young on 01295 750 871, Paul Bimson 01295 758855 or email wardingtoncinema@hotmail.com - informing us that you are coming in advance makes the organisation of the event much easier for us. Doors open 7.15pm on with the show to start at 8pm.  There will be a half time interval to enjoy your free ice cream and the raffle.  Please feel free to bring your own food and drink to enjoy during the performance.  Ticket price is £6.50 standard, £4.50 concessions. We look forward to seeing lots of you there.  

Safari Supper 2018 – reminder to book your tickets

MID-SUMMER SAFARI SUPPER Saturday 23rd June 2018 Building on the success of the past ten years the Friends of St. Mary Magdalene Church in Wardington, would like to invite you to take part in this very popular event, designed to provide an opportunity for villagers, old and new, to meet and socialise whilst raising funds to maintain our beautiful Church. You can join in by: Offering to host 4 or more people (plus hosts = 6) for supper, main course only with wine Providing a pudding for ‘After Dinner’ held at The Memorial Hall Simply purchasing a ticket to attend the evening’s activities. PLEASE BOOK EARLY TO SECURE YOUR TICKET The evening will begin with a reception when you will