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| Date | 29/08/2010 06:40:33 | Post reply |
| Name | Mike Shepherd (Western Australia) Email | |
| Comments | Im so glad to see that the Bell Ringers are still in action at St Marys. I was one of the Bell Ringers there back in 1949. Oh! dear I must be getting old?? | |
| Date | 24/08/2010 13:34:00 | Post reply |
| Name | Harriet Daniels Email | |
| Comments | Tigermoth Lighting is looking for part-time employees! Are you creative and good with your hands? Come and work in our friendly and growing company based locally. For more information, contact harriet@tigermothlighting.com or call 0845 658 9059. To find out more about Tigermoth Lighting, visit www.tigermothlighting.com | |
| Date | 17/08/2010 11:39:16 | Post reply |
| Name | Nick Brazil Email | |
| Comments | I am sure I am not the only person in the village or Whitchurch Hill, Woodcote and Pangbourne for that matter, to be thoroughly perplexed and aggravated by BT’s decision to place us in the Newbury rather than Reading Area Phone Book. Why on earth would I or someone in Caversham want to know the names and numbers of plumbers in Great Bedwyn or Lambourn and not those on our doorstep? The fact that we are in the Newbury Phone Book also means the private number section is totally useless if you want to find someone in the bulk of the Reading area. It would be far more logical for BT to do what Thomson Locals have done and draw the boundary of the two areas further west at an equal distance between Reading and Newbury. That way these phone books would be of more use than just propping up table legs. | |
| Date | 12/08/2010 09:46:57 | Post reply |
| Name | Mike Shepherd Email | |
| Comments | My deepest sympathy to Dorothy Howes and family for the loss and burial tomorrow Friday 13th August 2010 of my deerest mate Dennis Howes. I remember as a kid we used to have a ride on his horse and cart when he was delivering milk along Hardwick Road. We were close great mates until I left the village in 1952 to join the Navy. | |
| Date | 08/08/2010 18:45:04 | Post reply |
| Name | Gail and Ian Harvey Email | |
| Comments | I am writing to express my support of the Planning Application by the Parish Council and the Whittelock Family so that the Parisdh Council as Representatives of the Village will become owners of the field which would be a major amenity for the village, giving general benefit to the community as a whole. | |
| Date | 04/08/2010 15:35:06 | Post reply |
| Name | Rachel Perks Email | |
| Comments | I am moving from Canada to the area in September 2010. I have been looking for a nice cottage/house to rent in the outskirts of Reading and have fallen in love with your village, Whitchurch on Thames. There are several properties on estate agent websites but if there is any other way to deal with landlords directly, or if anyone knows of a property coming up for rent I would welcome any information. I would be interested in a year's lease to begin with. Thank you. | |
| Date | 20/07/2010 12:16:41 | Post reply |
| Name | Felipa Email | |
| Comments | BOOKS WANTED! I am hoping to run a second-hand book stall at this year’s Whitchurch fete to raise money for local charities. If you have any good quality books that you no longer need please could you contact me on fmthouse@waitrose.com. I also need to borrow a table for the day of the fete so if you could lend me one I would be most grateful. Many thanks. | |
| Date | 16/07/2010 12:34:30 | Post reply |
| Name | James Day Email | |
| Comments | I am desperately trying to find out who runs the Coombe Park Estate and in particular the spots facilities. Could anyone who knows please email me at james.day@ukmetro.co.uk Many thanks | |
| Date | 13/07/2010 13:02:58 | Post reply |
| Name | Tony Voysey Email | |
| Comments | I ahve just read Mark's comments on the dog mess in the High Street This seems to have occured in the last 6 months on the pavement between Manor road & the Church drive. I will be putting a notice in the next Parish Mag. for those who are not regular Web Watchers (including me) If any one sees the offending dog walker, they should report it to the Parish Council Tony V | |
| Date | 12/07/2010 09:47:10 | Post reply |
| Name | Mike Shepherd Email | |
| Comments | Hi! All. Have just been given this great web site that has brought back some wonderful memories. In 1941, I was only 5 we moved from London to live in Swanston Cottages in Whitchurch. I went to the local Primary school. I used to sing in the church choir. I remember the large number of USA troops that were camped next to the church during the war. Also a USA tank that collided with the wall opposite the shop. I have lived for the past 54 years in New Zealand and Australia. I wondered if there was anyone there in the village that remembers me?? Mike. | |
| Date | 13/07/2010 09:04:13 | Post reply |
| Name | Harry Butterworth Email | |
| Comments | Hi Mike, I came to Whitchurch with my family in 1977, so about 20 years after you left. But maybe some memories overlap. The shop when we first came was called Sellwood's Store. It was run by a couple who owned it and lived over it. It sold just about everything domestic and included a post office counter. I believe that during the war some of the soldiers in the Village were billeted in this house (The Little House) which is about 50 metres below the shop. The lady who lived here for many years before us was more than a bit of a character and very well known in the village. Her name was Mrs. Hartcup. I gather she was often seen cycling down the High Street when she must have been well into her eighties. The cricket field was brought back into use after the war by its owner Hugh Whitelock, and is still in use today. The estate built for those soldiers and for Polish airmen still exists, although I doubt if they would recognise it now. The hall on that estate which I believe was built at that time, or just post war, is still our Village Hall. Does any of this stir memories? Harry | |
| Date | 19/07/2010 04:13:02 | Post reply |
| Name | Harry Butterworth Email | |
| Comments | Hi! Harry, Many thanks for your email which certainly stirred up some memories. I certainly remember Sellwood's Store and remember Mrs Hartcup. I trust the location will remain a peaceful area away from the hustle & bustle of the City life. Sincerely, Mike Shepherd | |
| Date | 28/06/2010 18:06:14 | Post reply |
| Name | Geoff Weir Email | |
| Comments | We have several dozen goldfish in a garden pond that need re-housing. Some or all are offered free to anyone in Whitchurch with a pond who is willing to come round (by arrangement)to catch them and take them away. | |
| Date | 09/06/2010 09:45:00 | Post reply |
| Name | Helen Beadsworth Email | |
| Comments | I have a wisteria that is established and does flower. I have no idea how to prune and/ or train it and it needs some attention. I wondered if there was anyone in the village able to give me some advice on what to do? | |
| Date | 13/05/2010 18:44:30 | Post reply |
| Name | Scarlet Brown Email | |
| Comments | Hello, we are moving to the area soon and are looking for a childminder who would do pick ups from Whitchurch pre school. Any help would be much appreciated! Thanks | |
| Date | 04/05/2010 21:44:31 | Post reply |
| Name | Philip Grant Duke Email | |
| Comments | I think it is atrocious that one must pay a toll to go over the bridge! | |
| Date | 17/03/2010 21:43:53 | Post reply |
| Name | Eloise Murray-Robertson Email | |
| Comments | We are a family looking for a house to rent in Whitchurch, Whitchurch Hill, Hill Bottom or Goring Heath. Please contact us on 07853195674 if you are looking for tenants. Many thanks, Ellie | |
| Date | 17/03/2010 19:26:53 | Post reply |
| Name | Claire Scott Email | |
| Comments | Flute for sale. Earlham, about 12 years old. Good beginner's flute. Bought it on a whim, then hardly used it! In a hard case, velvet lined, with cleaning tools. £50. | |
| Date | 16/02/2010 12:22:51 | Post reply |
| Name | Mark Email | |
| Comments | I've just returned from a walk into Pangbourne and have to report that the amount of dog mess on the route made it thoroughly unpleasant. Pushing a buggy with a young child walking alongside made the mess hard to avoid and at times on the Whitchurch High Street it felt like walking through a mess minefield. This has always been a problem but right now it seems that it is getting much worse. The health risks to children and the sheer unpleasantness of getting the mess over shoes and trousers makes this a real concern for me. Is there anything that can be done? | |
| Date | 17/02/2010 16:33:00 | Post reply |
| Name | nick Email | |
| Comments | mark, have to agree with you. The issue is definitely getting worse. I have nothing against people having dogs but please be a responsible owner and clear up the mess. It is part of being a dog owner !!! Also I would like to report that the number of dogs that appear to be wandering about without their owners is also increasing. These are not strays but pets that the owners can't be bothered to ensure are kept on a lead or secure in their own property. I would remind all dog owners that allowing a dog to foul the footpath is an offence as is failing to control a dog. So Mark there is something that can be done about it if you witness owners not clearing up after their dog. | |
| Date | 19/04/2010 12:37:59 | Post reply |
| Name | Councillor Keith Brooks Email | |
| Comments | I hope the installation of the new dog waste bins around the village will help encourage people to clear up after their dogs! I am a dog owner and it really annoys me to see this. Often I will clear up after other peoples dogs if it particularly prominent. I think around the school, Eastfield Lane and Muddy Lane where children are present are particularly important areas but then again so is the High St. So come on you dog walkers when Fido makes a mess poop and scoop! | |
| Date | 04/02/2010 20:52:57 | Post reply |
| Name | Robert Email | |
| Comments | In my view the appropriate place to comment on - the policies and practices of the Whitchurch Bridge Company, - it's ineffective regulation by Act of Parliament and Secreatry of State for Transport, and - apparent disinterest of Oxfordshire council and representatives is almost anywhere other than the Whitchurch Bridge Company website! When the Directors and shareholders of the Bridge contribute to the capital cost of a new bridge, rather than delegating it to the present users of the bridge, they will have my respect. Until then I believe that those people paying the Capital cost of thenew bridge should own a bit of it ! | |
| Date | 01/02/2010 10:37:49 | Post reply |
| Name | Clare Email | |
| Comments | If planning permission is granted for a car park on the cricket ground, who would finance the building of the car park, and who would own it? Thanks, | |
| Date | 04/02/2010 13:12:00 | Post reply |
| Name | Matilda Oppenheimer Email | |
| Comments | The Parish Council would own and finance the carpark if it is included in the application. We are currently discussing this in the light of of all the comments made at the Meeting on Saturday | |
| Date | 21/01/2010 20:20:03 | Post reply |
| Name | Nick Plumridge Email | |
| Comments | Peter,couldn't agree with you more ref the bridge. Perhaps if they had bothered to clear some of the snow and ice from their bridge then it wouldn't have been the most dangerous road I had to use between home and Newbury. Maybe if instead of stopping all the traffic to claim their 40 pieces of silver they had made an attempt to provide a safe environment then local opinion might not be so anti the bridge company. However I doubt peoples opinion or indeed safety is high on the agenda | |
| Date | 14/01/2010 14:20:56 | Post reply |
| Name | Peter Kemp Email | |
| Comments | One shovel offered free to the directors and indeed shareholders of the Whitchurch Bridge Company to enable you keep the pathway clear for pedestrians using the bridge next time we have some snow. | |
| Date | 26/01/2010 16:49:16 | Post reply |
| Name | Geoff Weir Email | |
| Comments | The Whitchurch Bridge Company will be happy to respond to any constructive comments etc., but asks that these are put to the Company directly - our contact details are on our website - and not through the pages of "Have your say". | |
| Date | 21/12/2009 10:20:27 | Post reply |
| Name | Geoff Weir Email | |
| Comments | A brand new packaged MP3 Player was dropped on the Bridge on Saturday 19th December. It may be reclaimed at the Toll Booth (but please take care to keep clear of the lifting barriers). | |
| Date | 09/12/2009 19:54:04 | Post reply |
| Name | Dave Bowen Email | |
| Comments | Bit of an unusual one, am looking for someone who has a swimming pool that may be interested in hiring out for a location photo shoot. I`m not expecting to find one as local as the village, but if any of you have friends interested in this whitin an hours drive i would be very interested. | |
| Date | 30/10/2009 08:19:35 | Post reply |
| Name | Stephen Trinder Email | |
| Comments | 12'wooden ladder in good condition surplus to requirements, offered free to anyone with a use for it and willing to collect it!). | |
| Date | 28/10/2009 11:04:37 | Post reply |
| Name | Dominic Gates Email | |
| Comments | The local council should make a concerted effort to help tollfreeze with the petition to stop the constant price hikes on the Whitchurch / Pangbourne toll bridge. In current times the affect that a 100% rise has on the local community - Whitchurch, Pangbourne, Goring Heath, Woodcote and the many other surrounding areas - is highly acute. The price hike is felt by those from all walks of life, be they commuters, single parents, students or tradesmen. The council must address this issue and make a concerted effort for the people of our community. | |
| Date | 24/10/2009 16:43:48 | Post reply |
| Name | Jane MacCaw Email | |
| Comments | Attractive oak dining room table. Seats 6 with extensions, or 4 without. Rectangular shape, one drawer, distressed oak. Condition very good. Would also be an excellent desk. Price £400 or nearest offer. | |
| Date | 23/10/2009 13:02:07 | Post reply |
| Name | Felipa House Email | |
| Comments | EVENING BOOK GROUP (MEMBERS) WANTED! I have recently moved to Whitchurch & am very keen to either join an evening book group or to set one up. Please email me if you have a vacancy for a new member or would be interested in joining a new group. | |
| Date | 27/08/2009 05:07:24 | Post reply |
| Name | Neil Scott Email | |
| Comments | I had the opportunity to briefly visit your community a few years ago; what a lovely place to live! Congratulations on your new web site. It's well designed and easy to navigate. I now have a long list of new sites to see when I visit next! Neil Scott Calgary, Canada | |
| Date | 18/08/2009 21:52:19 | Post reply |
| Name | Rita Chaher Email | |
| Comments | Hello, wondering if there are "mothers to be" groups in the area? IS there a meeting day and place that I can join them at? Rita (expecting first baby on 27-08-09) | |
| Date | 20/08/2009 14:52:16 | Post reply |
| Name | Pam Scott Email | |
| Comments | Here are two suggestions in response to your query on mothers-to-be groups. The Pangbourne Surgery may know of a group - Tel 0118 984 2234. Or you might try the National Childbirth Trust website (easiest via Google) for a local contact. Hope that helps - best wishes. | |
| Date | 04/08/2009 07:59:52 | Post reply |
| Name | Harriet Daniels Email | |
| Comments | Congratulations, the website is wonderful! Kind regards Harriet www.tigermothlighting.com | |
| Date | 29/07/2009 21:31:04 | Post reply |
| Name | stephen trinder Email | |
| Comments | I would just like to congratulate everyone involved in the design of the new website. It is both attractive and easily accessed. I would be interested in the views of other residents. | |
| Date | 01/03/2009 22:21:34 | Post reply |
| Name | Maggie Littlejohn Email | |
| Comments | Hi, my Bushnell ancestors came from Whithchurch and I would love to hear if anyone has any information on the family. My branch left the area around 1800. | |
| Date | 25/02/2009 16:52:10 | Post reply |
| Name | Alexander Grzyb Email | |
| Comments | BORN IN HENLEY-ON-THE THAMES 1948 LIVED IN COMBE PARK NEAR WHITCHURCH HILL ATTENDED PANGBOURNE COUNTY SCHOOL LEFT FOR USA 1957 MANY MEMORIES MISS ENGLAND | |
| Date | 05/02/2009 21:39:08 | Post reply |
| Name | Christine Theobald Email | |
| Comments | Hi, I'm trying to find ancestors in Whitchurch and I'm a bit confused about 19th century geography. I wonder if you have anyone there who can tell me: was "Whitchurch Gate" in the same place as Whitchurch Hill, or would it relate to the toll bridge area? Please don't put any great effort into it, but if you have any local history buffs I'm sure they would indulge a fellow sufferer!!Thanks | |