EDITORIAL

We were quite proud of our special issue in June for our Queen's Jubilee and we hope that you also enjoyed the contents. It does not seem fifty years ago that the Queen came to the throne on February 6th 1952, the day of her father's death, a sad day for her. This year's celebrations again go hand in hand with grief as she has had to attend the funerals of both her mother and sister. This magazine was not around in 1952 as we have only been in 26 years of production so I have had to trawl through newspaper reports for one of the articles in this issue. I hope it will bring back happy memories for some of the older folk about people they knew in 1952 Carterton. To finish off this special year I would be grateful for more memories from those around here in 1952 to put in the December issue. Photos of that year especially appreciated. Send them to The Editor, 6 Butlers Drive, Carterton, Oxon OX 18 3QU by October 28th.

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NO FLAGS FOR THE QUEEN

Dear Editor

The Queen's Silver Jubilee 25 years ago was a cause for great celebrations in Carterton, the biggest one was a town show. It felt as if everyone was at the show and on the streets. The Show was such a success it led to Carterton Gala being held for many years on the Recreation Ground and when that discontinued was followed by the Carterton Fun Day for 5 years. In 1977 the houses, shops and roads were festooned with flags and bunting as we celebrated the Queen's 25 years on the throne. So what happened in Carterton to celebrate her 50 years as our Queen? In June a church service, a flower display, a concert, street parties and events organised by clubs and private concerns but no big event or show. No bunting or flags adorning the town centre although there were flags on private houses from porches, door and bedroom windows but the St George cross ones may be for a different event! No bunting on the Town Hall or a flag on their flagpole. Any visitor coming to our town centre would certainly wonder if we knew there was a Golden Jubilee! From DISGUSTED OF CARTERTON MOBILES ON THE MOVE - OR NOT!

Once upon a time there was a community called Kings Court where everyone lived in relative peace. Along came a Wicked Developer who wanted to build retirement homes on the site. Some people thought it might be a good idea, some did not and formed a Committee. The idea was rejected so all breathed a sigh of relief - or so they thought! Then the Developer appealed so the poor community was divided again except this time some people who originally thought it a good idea had reservations now but these are now thought of as being in league with the Developer. People are tetchy, all are living in limbo again waiting for an Inspector's decision, hopefully soon. Who is to blame for this sorry affair? Your guess is as good as mine. All must realise that houses are only temporary dwellings, relationships are more important than money and life is short. And if it aint broke, don't fix it.

A KINGS COURT RESIDENT'S VIEWPOINT

CARTERTON PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

JILL EDWARDS recently attended the European Heart Transplant Games in Austria, joining others who have been given this life-saving operation, showing what can be done with a new lease of life. Jill won gold medals for 100m and 50m breaststroke, 50m crawl in the swimming events. Gold medals for table tennis and shot putt and a silver medal in the badminton doubles. Congratulations to Jill from us all.

KATIE SLADER from Carterton Gymnastics Club, was part of the Northern Ireland team at the recent Commonwealth Games in Manchester. Katie finished 15th overall and qualified for the womens all-round final which came 7th. She was the highest scoring individual in the team even though she was competing for the first time and at 14 years old was the youngest member. Her performance meant she qualified for the final of both the beam, finishing 7th, and floor exercises, coming 8th. She was well supported by members of the club. Our congratulations to our own representative at the Games on a successful performance.

CICELY STOKES is not one who makes great headlines but quietly goes on doing good for others. For many years she has held garage sales in her home to raise money for Sobell House Hospice, which provides free Hospice care for terminally ill cancer patients. Some people make sure that their fund-raising is advertised for their own good. Cicely Stokes is one of a large majority of volunteer workers and charity fund-raisers who do it, unsung, for the good of others. At her last sale she raised £505 for the Hospice.

MAY SATELL with a cash grant from the Carterton Town Council, successfully organised a joint Jubilee party for the Over-60's and the Friends & Neighbours Clubs of Carterton on July 19th for 100 guests. The 5-hour party started with a cold buffet meal catered by Kay Miller, followed by Kym, an Old Tyme Music Hall entertainer, who got everyone joining in with the old songs. Three games of bingo followed, then the Jubilee cake, made by Ann Hall, was cut by founder member of the Over-60's Club, Rose Collinson, and present Chairperson May Satell. The evening ended by all enjoying a dance.

Two weeks after I write this (end of July) I have heard that during August DAVID WENHAM of Carterton, will be cycling about 900 miles from Land's End to John O'Groats and hopes to do it in 8 days. He will be raising money for Oxfam, Christian Aid, Sustrans and children and youth work at St John's Church. We hope that in the December issue we can have a report on this magnificent venture.

WHAT IF? Supposing those people who have had things named after them had put their names to different ones? Would we be wearing a wellington on our heads and balaclavas on our feet, eating a cardigan and wearing a woolly sandwich?

`THE GLORY OF THE GARDEN LIES IN MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE' (R. KIPLING) CARTERTON OPEN GARDENS - SUNDAY JULY 14TH 2002

The local branch of Save The Children and Carterton Town Council teamed up to hold the first ever Open Gardens Day held in the town, which formed part of the local celebrations for the Queen's Jubilee. 14 gardens were recruited to take part by a combination of volunteering or gentle persuasion and they were recruited right across the town. I do not think that any had ever embarked on an event such as this before so, needless to say, they were a little apprehensive as the big day approached. The gardens that took part were an absolute delight and reflected the many hours that were spent by the owners getting them to the peak of perfection. The reactions of all the visitors were extremely positive with some people saying that they had been so impressed by the high standards shown that they were encouraged to take part themselves next year. The day proved to be most successful with over 150 people visiting the gardens, many from outside the town, and £758.31 being raised for Save The Children. I would like to thank the local gardeners who took part, St John's Church for providing the venue for refreshments at short notice and the Town Mayor, Town Clerk and Town Hall staff for all their wonderful assistance and the Save The Children for their support. It is proposed to hold this event again next year so if you would like to be involved please ring me on 01993 842983. GRAHAM EVANS (Press Officer, Save The Children)

BEST KEPT ALLOTMENTS COMPETITION 2002 This took place on Monday July 15th and was sponsored by Lynick Gardens. The winners are:

FULLPLOT

1 st Plot 12 Mrs V Collicutt, 24 Garner Close

2nd Plot 36 Mr R Gardner, 5 Jackson Close

3rd Plot 11 Mr G Collicutt, 24 Garner Close HALFPLOT

l st Plot 37a Mr M Welch, 7 Coleme Road

2nd Plot 38a Mr Joe Newman, 1 Marlborough Close

3rd Plot 8a Mr M Welch, 7 Coleme Road (with the help of Ria Welch, 3 years old) SPECIAL PRIZES

Unusual feature (Raised beds) Mr John Pope, 39 Dovetrees

Scarecrow Mr John Pope, 39 Dovetrees

Presentation of trophies and certificates took place on August 6th at the Town Hall prior to the Council meeting.

CARTERTON IN BLOOM 2002 - PRIZE WINNERS

BEST HANGING BASKET, RESIDENTIAL BEST HANGING BASKET, BUSINESS

I st Mrs Jean Yates, 2 Swinbrook Road 1st The Beehive Public House, Black Bourton Rd

2nd Mr Paul Kelly, 33 Lawton Avenue 2nd Peter Cook Intemational 3rd Mr John Pope, 39 Dovetrees

BEST FLORAL DISPLAY

1st The Beehive Public House, Black Bourton Rd

2nd PeterCook International BEST SMALL FRONT GARDEN

BEST LARGE FRONT GARDEN I st Mr & Mrs J Cockett, 128 Queens Road

1st Mr R Stock, 52 Alvescot Road 2nd Mr H Barnes, 27 Edgeworth Drive

2nd Mr B G Smith, 6 Swinbrook Road Joint 3rd Mrs P McMath, 10 Lavender Place Mr P Marchant, 2 Birchwood

CARTERTON TOWN COUNCILLORS - THEY WORK ON YOUR BEHALF NEW MAYOR. Councillor Keith Stone was elected Carterton Town Mayor for the forthcoming year at the AGM May 21st. Mayoress is Mrs Sheila Stone. Councillor Brian Crossland has been appointed Deputy Mayor.

COUNCILLORS AND THEIR COMMITTEES

Administration K W Stone, B Crossland, L H Giles, Mrs G Griffiths, P J Handley, P Madden, R G Mason, W O Walcott, H. Watts

Policy K W Stone, B Crossland, Mrs D V Bulley, L H Giles, P J Handley, D King, P Madden, R G Mason, W O Walcott, H Watts

Recreation K W Stone, B Crossland, Mrs D V Bulley, G W Fox, L H Giles, W A Gosling, P J Handley, R A Harold, Mrs A Madden, R G Mason, H Watts, P G Wesson

Traffic Advisory K W Stone (non-voter), B Crossland (non-voter), Mrs D V Bulley, L H Giles, P Madden, R G Mason, P G Wesson

Town Centre Partnership B Crossland, P Madden, W O Walcott, P J Handley (Reserve) Other appointments include: Village Hall Management - P Madden

Allotments Association: R A Harold, W O Walcott Remembrance Day (RBL): Mrs D V Bulley Squash Club Committee: D King

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS & STREET FAIR

Carterton Christmas Lights And Street Fair will be held in Alvescot Road on Friday, November 29th 2002, commencing with the Switching On of the Christmas Lights at 6pm. For further details contact the Town Hall, Tel: 842156.

BEST DECORATED HOUSE

The competition for the Best Decorated House will be held early December and judged by the Town Mayor. Collect your entry form from the Town Hall.

ST GEORGE'S DAY DINNER 2003

Book a date in your diary for the St George's Day Dinner which will be held at Green's Restaurant on Wednesday April 23rd (St George's Day). Ticket applications are available at the Town Hall. Tel: 842156.

MAY DAY PARADE WINNERS

Thank you to everyone who took part in the May Day Parade and to all those who turned out to watch and cheer us on. Five local groups took part in the walking parade which had a theme of fictional characters. The winners were:

WILLIAM DAVIES age 6, JESSICA DEARMAN age 6, GRACE KITE age 7, JAKE WILSON age 3, TIM MILES and SANDIE INNES. Group Winner was the 1ST CARTERTON RAINBOWS. We very much hope that this will become an annual event, so, if you would like to take part next year please look out for details or contact SUE JAMES Tel: 21291 1.

LIONS CLUB OF CARTERTON

In the last report you read about their project `Message In A Bottle', which was emergency data in a plastic container which informs of medication and people to contact in case of a medical emergency. It had a great official launch in February with 100 guests including the Chief Fire Officer, Chief Executive of the Ambulance Service and Senior Staff from Thames Valley Police. This project has already had its successes. Another scheme is to part you from unwanted foreign coins to be collected in aid of the Lions International Street Children project. At Easter they made over £800 profit with raffling, treasure hunting and auctioning Easter Eggs so thanks to all the landlords and proprietors of local pubs, clubs and businesses. Other fund raising included the County Youth Orchestra Concert, Bampton May Day, Burford Jubilee Garden Party, jumble sales and a trek up Mount Kilimanjaro! So where do all the funds go that were raised? The Kilimanjaro trek raised £3,100 to the Antony Nolan Trust, a Blood Glucose Meter given to the Carterton Health Centre and donations to charities, local families, schools, nurses and sponsorships to mention a few. If you want more information about the Lions ring Pete 842693 or Mike 842354.

FLU VACCINE CAMPAIGN 2002

The Flu season is almost upon us again and it is time to start thinking about your vaccination! If you suffer with Diabetes, Asthma, Heart Disease, Kidney Disease or are aged over 65 years then you are entitled to receive a Flu Vaccination. You will be able to book an appointment at a Flu Vaccination Centre during September though the Clinics may not be actually begin until October. If you have any queries as to whether you are eligible please do not hesitate to contact one of the Practice Nurses, Tel: 01993 841718. If they are busy then the Receptionist will take your telephone number and the nurse will return your call.

DR MACKENZIE & PARTNERS Carterton Health Centre, Alvescot Road, Carterton, Oxon OX 18 3LJ BEWARE THE YELLOW PERIL!

Common Ra&wort is the most common form of poisoning in livestock and damages wild flowers by smothering. Recognise it by a 3ft upright plant with a woody, reddish stem and a large head of daisy-like yellow petals. It looks pretty but is deadly and needs to be pulled up and then burnt. Seen in fields, roadside verges and in large gardens. I have seen large clumps in a Black Bourton Road site of a demolished house. Keep the Yellow Peril out! Phone 0 1869 241 144 with details of location.

BIRTHS, DEATHS AND MARRIAGE REGISTRATION A registrar attends Carterton Town Hall on Wednesday Mornings By appointment only

Please Telephone 0845 129 5900

LOCAL FIELD NAMES SURVEY

Do the names Grubbis or Crackle Assarts mean anything to you? Do you know the whereabouts of the Swan's Nest, Gigley Green, Paunch Hill or Maggot's Comer? The chances are that few will recognise these places, for they are published on no modern maps, and are known to few local inhabitants excepting those directly involved with work on the land. Yet such names are of immense interest and historical value, for they are amongst the hundreds of thousands of field names currently being recorded at the Oxfordshire County Museum.

The particular value of field names for the archaeologist is that they will often give evidence for the existence of important sites, for example, on the borders of Curbridge and Minster Lovell the tithe map of 1840 marks the name "Hawkesley", a charter dated AD969, which gives the bounds of a great pre-conquest estate centred on Witney, includes at exactly this point the name "hafoces hlewe" (Hawks Low, Barrow or Burial mound). Thus not only is the name itself over a thousand years old, but it also identifies for us the site of an even older feature, a prehistoric burial mound used by the saxons as a landmark on which to align their boundary. The mound is still just visible in the field today. Fields called Round Hill in Enstone and Over Norton also contain prehistoric burial mounds.

Long continued human occupation on a site leads to the darkening of the soil through the build-up of organic materials, and this is often recognised after the site has been abandoned and brought under the plough, by the use of a field name like "Blacklands". Fields of this name in Swalcliffe and Pusey have both yielded vast quantities of Roman pottery. Another field in Swalcliffe is still called "Money Acre", from a coin hoard found there in the early l7th Century. A field in Enstone called "The Town" is still full of the lumps and bumps in the grass marking the foundations of houses in the deserted village of Lower Chalford.

Other field names are of interest to the agricultural historian, in that they record the processes of clearance and cultivation, and the types of crops formerly grown. Names such as Assart or Sart, Breach and Grubbings or Grabbed Ground are particularly characteristic of the formerly wooded lands being brought into cultivation in the great medieval expansion of the 12th and 13th Centuries, while names like "Sainfoin Ground" in Ramsden and "Hopyard" in Chislehampton record crops formerly grown in those parishes.

Many names indicate simply the shape or position of the field. Lanket or Langcut is a common Oxfordshire dialect word for a long, narrow strip of ground, The Triangle is also a common name. Fields known for their infertility are given names like Small Gains, or Hunger Hill. Others in remote corners of the farm have names like Botany Bay, The World's End and Van Dieman's Land.

Quite apart from their intrinsic interest then, field names are a valuable source of information in studies as diverse as archaeology, history, folk-lore and dialect.

The rapidly changing use and ownership of land makes it imperative that these names be recorded quickly or they will be lost forever.

Many Parish surveys in the County have now been completed, a number of them being done by members of the Women's Institute and others, with no previous experience. Working with friends from their own parish they have invariably found the task of interviewing landowners, tenants, farmworkers and village oldest inhabitants and sifting through old maps and documents, very enjoyable.

THE ELEVENTH HOUR ON THE ELEVENTH DAY OF THE ELEVENTH MONTH

Dear Editor. May I take the opportunity to remind all your readers that very soon we will be into November and thinking about the `Eleventh Hour on the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month'. This is when we remember all those who gave their lives in two World Wars, and since then, so that we remain a free country. As the Poppy Appeal Organiser for Carterton area may I thank all those who have given so much help in the past to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal and ask for their help and support in the coming months. Carterton is a growing community and we are desperate for House to House Collectors so that we can reach out to everyone. Contact me, telephone 841 115 or at 14 Carters Close, Carterton, if you would like to help in any way and also if you require wreaths etc. Last year we collected F-4,490.61! Let's hope we can improve on that this year. BILL GOSLING PAO.

CARTERTON COUNTY PRIMARY SCHOOL On July 12th the Mayor, Councillor Keith Stone, officially opened the five recently built classrooms in a building erected on the old playground. This was finally completed last year together with the demolition of classrooms added onto the original school, the fabricated building housing the nursery unit and the removal of the temporary classroom by the gate, that used to be the old town library. The whole area is now landscaped including an enclosed playground around the original school which houses the nursery unit which was officially opened by the Mayoress, Mrs Sheila Stone. Invited guests included ex-teachers, ex-pupils and the former headmaster who were invited to an entertainment in the hall by younger members of the school before the official opening ceremony and all guests were then invited to walk through the new building, where the children were still at work (or trying to) in their new classrooms. The guests were then invited to inspect the nursery unit in the renovated former original school building. On display were historical photographs of school pupils past and present and an old punishment book in which the cane was applied to hands, legs or seats for crimes such as `eating fish & chips in class, pouring ink on another pupil's head, stealing school property or just being extremely naughty'. I noticed one boy's name came up frequently so perhaps the cane was not such a deterrent after all! Another book of interest was the head teacher's diary dating from when the school was opened in 1928 until after the war. With many other school memorabilia on display, meeting up with old friends and with unusually fine weather it was a perfect day to celebrate a milestone in the school's history. We publish photographs of the day and we hope in time to include, with kind permission of the head teacher, some of those old photographs that were on display. WM

Carterton Community Education Centre

We are situated on the Community College campus and we offer a wide range of popular courses and workshops for adults ranging from Child Care to Rock Climbing and from Languages to Computing. For a copy of our latest programme please contact the office on 01993 841776. Enrolment Evening - Friday 6th September 6.30pm to 7.30pm (Come along in person to see our excellent facilities and meet some of the staff & tutors)

New Course For September 2002!!

Maths GCSE Monday 16th September, 7.15pm to 9.15pm, 30 weeks. English GCSE/A Level Start w//b Sept. 16th - 7.15pm to 9.15pm, for 30 weeks.

Art GCSE/A Level Start w//b Sept. 16th - 7.15pm to 9.15pm, for 30 weeks.

Beginners/Improvers Computing. Internet & E-mail Start w//b Sept. 23rd.

5, 10 or 20-week courses, daytime and evening. Ring the office for details

CLAIT IBT 2/3. Advanced IT. Start w//b Sept. 23rd. Ring for details. First Aid for Appointed Persons. One day Sat. 28th Sept. 9am to 4.30pm. Lip Reading. Starts Monday 23rd September, loam to 11.30am, 10 weeks.

Improve your essential skills.

Join a friendly group to brush up on reading, writing & maths skills.

If English is not your first language, come to our English language classes.

Catch the learning bug.... It is never too late to learn! Ring Lynn bowler on 01993 846560.

Carterton Community Education Centre. Upavon Way, Carterton. Oxon, OX18 1BV. Telephone/Fax: (01993) 841776

EDWIN HILES 1911-2002

Edwin Hiles died violently in June at his home in Witney. I never met him but had contact with him through his historical knowledge of Carterton long ago. He sent me some wonderful stories of places and people he knew and I read other recollections of his in the Witney Gazette. Quite a character in many ways. I reprint one of his articles that was included in an earlier edition.

A DAY IN WARTIME CARTERTON After six months training I was posted to the civilian Maintenance Unit, R.A.F. Brize Norton. For my future lodging I chose, from a list, 15 Elm Grove, Brize Norton, simply because from that address in the village it was a short walk to the M.U. Leaving the camp by the Main Entrance in Black Bourton Road I decided to tarry for a time in unknown Carterton. It was June, 1941, and the sun blazed down, tar stuck underfoot, my nose dripped sweat and I yearned for the shade of a tree. I found one with a neatly dressed chap tidying the hedge underneath it, he glanced up and smiled. I seized the opportunity to shelter and converse. His name was Bernard Wilkinson and he worked for the M.U. as a carpenter. He told me he was `down' for Australia after the war and sure enough five years later he sailed away having paid the special £ 10 fare. On a seat by a pub - telling all that it was the Beehive - I sat beside a Mr Handover, professionally garbed, so I was not surprised when I learned he was the local tailor. He offered to bespoke me, West End style, for £12. I pointed out that the Whistle and Flute I was wearing WAS West-End - the Oxford Street Fifty Shilling Tailor - the most my pocket would allow. Gasping I groped my way into the Public Bar of the Beehive pub, the smoke from within (from ten for 6d Navy Cut cigarettes) was as thick as a London fog. Tottering to the counter I ordered and gulped down a pint of mild and bitter for 7d. To my right lounged a florid-faced character who in an instant introduced himself as Joe Hamer. Joe told me - and everyone else in the bar - that he had built the Beehive and when the war was over he was going to build another up in Burford Road. As I stumbled out a lanky lad wearing a L.D.V. armband (Local Defence Volunteer, later the Home Guard - Dad's Army) kindly opened the door for me. I thought it my duty to let him know that the public thought well of his organisation. `We are ready', he replied, `Jerry will run a mile when he sees this!' Reaching out into a corner the youth brought forth the secret weapon; a breadknife tied to a broomstick. Where four roads meet in the village centre I stepped into Player's, a wild west-like store. Mr Player wore glasses with lenses as thick as the glass front of the oil lamps on the Bampton Flier. Strangely he removed them to read, this caused a little girl to ask her mother, `Mummy, why does Mr Player smell the ration book?' The next morning I left my digs for work, during the night soldiers had blocked the road by the Methodist Chapel in Brize Norton. As I showed them my Air Ministry Pass I happened to mention that I was in the RAF. Instantly an elderly Private leapt to his feet, snatched a rifle, and thrust the weapon 2 inches from my chest screaming `Let me shoot the ... !' Those men were from Dunkirk. EDWIN HILES CARTERTON LIBRARY, ALVESCOT ROAD Monday 9.30-5.00 Tuesday 9.30-7.00 Wednesday CLOSED Thursday 9.30-5.00 Friday 10.00-7.00 Saturday 9.30-1.00

HEALTH MATTERS NOTICE

EYE EXAMINATIONS It is recommended that all children should

have their eyes examined every six months from the age of three years until leaving full time education. Some parents have still not registered their children with Opticians.

Ring Carterton 844291 to make an appointment

* EYE EXAMINATIONS ARE FREE

FOR CHILDREN

WODC NEWS

Due to new office construction some telephone numbers have changed for Environment Services. Any difficulties getting through call 770222 or 702941 or write to Council Offices, 26 Church Green, Witney, Oxon OX18 4AU. Some useful telephone numbers below. Bulky Waste Collection/Recycling/Refuse (inc Garden) etc. 770222 Grass Cutting/Unsafe Trees 770363 Noise/Pollution 770754

IS YOUR ELECTRIC BLANKET SAFE?

The West Oxfordshire District Council are offering FREE safety checks at the following venues. WITNEY on September 9th. CHIPPING NORTON on September 18th. To book an appointment telephone 01993 770222. These safety checks are on a first come, first served basis by pre-booked appointments only. UNSAFE ELECTRIC BLANKETS CAN CAUSE FIRES. Get it checked!

VOLUNTEERS WANTED

SPEAKING FOR OTHERS

West Oxfordshire Citizen Advocacy seeks to recruit volunteer citizen advocates. These are people who act to represent the views and wishes of another person who, for some reason or another, is unable to speak effectively for themselves.

THE OXFORDSHIRE BEFRIENDING NETWORK

Volunteers support people with life-threatening illnesses at home. We train, match and support volunteer Befrienders. Do YOU want to be a volunteer? For more information or an application form telephone Catherine Gundry or Linda Ridgway 01865 316200.

VOLUNTEER READING HELP

This is a charity that helps children to read. Volunteers go to Primary Schools and help children aged 6-11 who are struggling to read. VRH has been established in Oxfordshire since 1973, it is growing but we need your help. Our next training course is in October and we are looking for people who are interested in books and helping children. Volunteers receive training before going to the school twice weekly to work individually with

3 children, sharing books and friendship, helping to build their confidence in reading. It is a rewarding way to spend 3 hours weekly during term time. We have many schools in this area on our waiting list for new volunteers. Want to know more? Contact Virginia Carter or

CARTERTON'S NEW PRIMARY SCHOOL

St John the Evangelist CE School, Shilton Park

Work began in February on the construction of the new Church of England primary school for Carterton in Shilton Park. The innovative building design is now clearly visible and the building is on schedule for completion in December. There will be a special Foundation Stone ceremony in September led by Group Captain Neil Jagger. Meanwhile the development of Carterton continues with three house-building companies now working in the development area. During the next year further phases of houses will be completed and more children will need a school place.

The new school will serve children from the new housing development, and those from a wider area who wish to attend a Church School. It will provide education across the primary age range from 3-11 years. The school will be built initially with 10 classrooms, with the option to extend capacity if needed. Apart from the extensive grounds the school will have a purpose built nursery, a good-sized hall and other specialist rooms for the children.

The new head teacher Tessa Farley has been busy, with the school's Governing Body, appointing the first group of staff for the school. The staff group will grow in numbers each year as the school grows in children. There has been much discussion about the fine details of the building, and now lots of thought is being given to the range of fittings and equipment the school will purchase for use in the new building. It is an exciting opportunity to equip a new school building with some of the best resources for education currently available.

St John's children will wear a distinctive green sweatshirt. The logo will be an eagle as the eagle is the symbol for St John the Evangelist. In September the new school is in fact opening, for a small group of children, in temporary premises at Carterton Community College. We are grateful to our local secondary school in supporting the start of the development of St John's. Around Christmas staff, Governors and parents will be busy preparing for the opening on our new site.

The next term will be an exciting first term for the staff, children, parents and governors as we move towards the establishment of St John the Evangelist Primary School. We are determined to make Carterton proud of its fifth primary school!

CARTERTON 1952 - NEWSPAPER REPORTS

JANUARY Parish Council Meeting Complaints of vandalism on the Recreation Ground. Marriage Frederick Hunt of Wychwood, Burford Road to Mrs Mabel Miles of Cogges.

FEBRUARY Marriage Miss Pauline Matthews of Black Bourton Road to Cpl Adrian

Carter of USAF. Death King George VI. Accession of Queen Elizabeth 11.

APRIL Death Sidney W Maidment age 63 of Swinbrook Road, leaving a widow and daughter.

MAY Death Mr W F Reynolds age 65 died at Bicester formerly of Windyridge, Alvescot Road. Largely responsible for formation of the Royal British Legion local branch in Carterton and became the first Secretary. Death Mr Marshal Walter Hayward of May Cottage, Burford Road age 51. Came to village 34 years ago, leaving a widow, 1 son,

2 daughters. Boys and Girls Club Annual meeting of the Social Committee. £186 was raised last year. Officers elected: Chairman, Mr G Baigent. Vice Ch. Mr C Norman. Hon. Secretary, Mrs Tennett. Hon. Treasurer, Mrs Francois. Committee members: Mrs Richens, Miss P Kingham, Mrs Moore, Messrs Newman, Harfleet, Hemming, Rickens, Green and Graham. Parish Council Meeting Mr Farmer confirmed as Clerk in succession to the late Mr J L Watson.

JUNE Annual Athletic Meeting at Carterton, organised by the Carterton Social Centre Committee. Taking part were Batts Secondary Modern School, Faringdon Modern School, Alvescot Scouts, Carterton Boys & Girls Club, Witney Methodist Secondary School, Cowley Boys Club. County Primary School These pupils have passed examinations for Burford Grammar School Julian Green, John Olive, Edward Millard, George Stagg, Keith Garwood, Mary Rafferty, Gillian Pitman, June Maidment, Sonia Thompson. Parish Council Meeting At the first meeting of the newly elected Council Mr R G Handover was re-elected at Chairman, Mr R Maycock as Deputy. A housing site has been purchased at the Black Bourton end of the parish, building to start in near future. Death Mrs Doris Foulgar, wife of the Vicar.

JULY St Johns Church Fete Opened by Wing Co. L C Bertram RAF Brize Norton. Competition winners: Bowling for Pig, Mr J Barker. Bowling for Chicken, Mrs Hall. Silver Rickshaw, Mr J Oakey. Tea Service, Miss J Inns. Ham, Mrs Wise. Childs cot, Mr E W Farmer. Iced Cake, Mrs Williams. Box of Fruit, U.S. Soldier. Methodist Church Annual service held and special preachers were Mr R W Cripps of Witney and Rev. Hepworth. AUGUST Parish Council Meeting Progress being made on footpath around the airfield from Milestone Road to Elmwood Farm. A discussion was made to ask telephone authorities for another telephone kiosk at the north end of the village. St Johns Church Nurse Barrett

has made and presented an altar cloth to the church. R.C. Church At the regular Whist Drive winners were: Mrs Rose, Mrs Neale, Mrs Townsend, Mrs Harvey, Mr Golding, Mrs Barton, Mrs Smith, Mr Firth. Music Exams These candidates were successful in recent London College of Music exams. Primary Grade: Vivienne Farmer, Barbara Rudd, Beryl Laurence. Junior Grade: Brenda Hiles, Beverly Miller, Pamela Graham, Judy Faulkner, Gillian Pitman, Marlene Parsloe. Primary Grade: James Barker, Christine Jones, Ann Jones, Robert Graham.

CARTERTON 1952 - NEWSPAPER REPORTS Contd.

OCTOBER Funeral Mr Robert Lavender of Brize Norton Rd. Wedding Miss Elizabeth Edwards of Rock Close to Cpl Francis Blakely of U.S. Forces. Tennis & Bowls Club A.G.M. Officers elected: President, Mr P Hughes. Hon Sec. Mr W Jones. Hon. Treasurer, Mr J Fox.

NOVEMBER Carterton Plans for Coronation Parish Council called a public meeting. Agreed to invite children of American servicemen to join in the celebrations next June. Funds to be raised by public subscription and if necessary by rate (if authorised). Hopes are that Black Bourton parish will join in. Committe was elected with Mr T F Cable as secretary. Funeral Mr A G Williams age 78 who came to the village in 1911. Death Mr Frederick Bell of Bellevue, Swinbrook Road age 83. He came to the village just after 1918. Leaves widow and 2 sons. Mourners included Mr T Bell, brother, and Miss S Bell and Mrs Ecock, sisters. Royal British Legion Poppy Day Fund Whist Drive. Winners: Mrs Oakey, Mrs Kennett, Mrs Goodman, Mr Barker, Mr Roche, Mr Richardson, Mr Townsend, Mrs McDaigal. In recognition for services to RBL a clock was presented to Mr R G Handover and Miss J Sankey, both shortly leaving the village. Boys and Girls Social Club Monthly meeting. Miss D Moors elected Secretary. Membership of the Square Dance and Old Tyme Dance Clubs reached 50 members.

DECEMBER Parish Council Meeting Letter from Witney Rural District Council regarding a caravan problem. County Council to make an early start on the Alvescot Road footpath and building another one in Brize Norton Road. Royal British Legion At the AGM Mr Cable gave a report on the last year. Mr Farmer, Hon Treasurer, reported that Bar cash was £115. Assets just over £12 and Mr Baillie, joint entertainment committee, raised over £140. President, Rev. Foulgar. Chairman, Mr R Probitts. Hon. Sec. Mr T F Cable. Treasurer, Mr E W Farmer. Standard Bearer, Mr G Norbum. Mr Baillie, Joint Entertainment Committee. Womens Institute Annual Meeting Miss Sanders spoke on the work of the organisation. Mrs Muir resigned after being President for 4 years. Mrs Chandler elected President, Mrs Reynolds, Treasurer. House Fire Field End, Alvescot Road house was gutted by fire. It was occupied by Mr Frank Kingham, his daughter Pauline and her husband, a USAF serviceman. The house was constructed of corrugated iron and lined with wood.

GROUPS AND ORGANISATIONS

BURFORD PRE-SCHOOL & TODDLER GROUP - Tanners Lane, Burford. Ages 3-5 yrs. Mon-Fri 9-12am. 2 mornings weekly. Nursery voucher provider. Toddler group Wed i-3pm. Enq Sally 824031.

BRIGHT START PRE-SCHOOL - 2-4 yrs old. Daily 9.15-11.45am. Mon-Wed 12.30-2.45pm. Enq Carol Maudsley Tel: 842489 in term time.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE PLAYGROUP - Monday-Friday 9.15-11.45am. Community College Upavon Way. Enq: Maddie Davies. Tel: 844071.

COMMUNITY COLLEGE MOTHER & TODDLER GROUP - Every Monday 1-3pm. Community College Playgroup, Upavon Way. Enq: Maddie Davies. Tel: 841342. ST. JOHN'S CHURCH PLAYGROUP - Mon-Tues-Wed 9.15-11.45am. 12.152.45pm. Tel: 07866 234106 9am-3pm term time or Kim Wilson 840347.

RAF BRIZE NORTON PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP - Mon-Fri 9.15am-11.45am. Mon-Thurs 12.30am-2.30pm. Enq: Kylie Gorman 8972156.

WEDNESDAY CLUB - For Mothers and Toddlers under 5, Carterton Health Centre. F. Smith, 30 Stoneleigh Drive. First Wednesday of the month at 2-4pm. BROADSHIRES PRE-SCHOOL - Tues-Fri 9.15am-12 noon. Ages 21/2-5 years. The Old School, Broadwell (2 miles from Carterton). Enquiries: Jackie Overton. Tel: 01367 252192. (Registered for Nursery Vouchers).

HIVE INFORMATION CENTRE - 11 Ely Close. Enquiries: Gail Lever/Melanie Bushnell. Tel: 841497. Mon-Fri 9am-2.30pm. BUMBLES COFFEE SHOP. 12 Ely Close. Enquiries: Fran Jeffs. Tel: 846103. Mon-Thurs 9am-2pm. Fri 9am-12 noon. BUSY BEES. 10 Ely Close. Enquiries: Rose Bach/Nicky Ralph. Tel: 844011. 0-5yrs Mon-Fri 9am-12 noon. 2-3 yrs Mon-Thurs 12.30am-2.30pm.

EDITH MOORHOUSE SCHOOL. FUN CLUB - After-school care. Mon-Fri 3pm5.30pm. Enquire at School office or Phone Sue or Carmen 842372.

WITNEY FIRE CADETS- 12-16 yrs. Meets Witney Fire Station, Welch Way Mondays 6.30-8.30pm. Enq: Simon Bradley, Cadet Unit, 702722.

AIR TRAINING CORPS - 2267 (Brize Norton) Sqn. ATC RAF Brize Norton. Boys & Girls 13-18 years. Tues & Thurs 7-9.30pm. Building 901 (behind Gateway House). Contact: Bob Wise Tel: 212595.

CARTERTON ARMY CADET FORCE - Meets Tuesdays 7.30-9.30pm Scout Hut, Swinbrook Road. Ages 13-18 years.

ALLANDALE YOUTH HOUSE - Mon, Thur, Fri, Sat, 7.30-10pm. All enquiries Jo Melling Tel: 842416.

SAVE THE CHILDREN FUND - Secretary: Mrs Pauline Evans. Telephone: 842983. NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST - WITNEY AND DISTRICT BRANCH - Antenatal Classes and social events for parents-to-be and new parents. Enq: Andrea Mayho, Witney 773602.

CARTERTON SCOUTS & CUBS - Scout & Guide HQ, Swinbrook Rd, Carterton, Group Chairperson, Kerstie Hunter-Judson. Group Secretary, Lyn Halford 841993. Scouter In Charge, Barbara Furnival 212558. Beaver Colony - Fri 6-7.15pm. (Boys) Age 6-81/2yrs Barbara Furnival 212558. Cub Pack (Boys & Girls) - Tues 6-7.15pm. Age 8-101/2yrs. Barbara Furnival 212558. Scout Troop (Boys & Girls) - Wed 6.30-8.30pm. Age 101/2--15yrs. Mike Drysdale 844942.

2nd BRIZE NORTON (RAF) AIR SCOUT GROUP - Scout HQ - situated behind the Sgts mess, RAF Brize Norton. Tel: 01993 842551 ext 7929.

Group Scout Leader-John Gulliver. Tel: 01993 842551 ext 7895, or 01993 845914. Air Scout Troop (Age 101/2-16): Mondays: 1900-2100.

Chipmunk Cub Scout Pack (Age 8-101/2): Tuesdays: 1830-2000. Hawk Cub Scout Pack (Age 8-101/2): Wednesdays: 1900-2030. Lightning Beaver Colony (Age 6-8): Thursdays: 1730-1845.

BRIZE NORTON DISTRICT GUIDING District Commissioner: Pam Howard, Tel: 844631 Rainbows 5-7 years Brownies 7-10 years Guides 10-14 years+

Rangers & Young Leaders 14 years+

Millennium Activities Center 1st BZN Rainbows Weds 4-5pm 2nd BZN

Brownies Weds 6.15-7.45pm 4th BZN Brownies Thurs 6.15-7.45pm 3rd BZN Guides Mons 7-8.30pm

St Johns Church 2nd Cart. Guides Weds 7.30-9pm 1st Cart. Brownies Mon

6-7.30pm 1st Cart. Guides Mons 7.30-9pm

Carterton Community Playgroup 2nd Cart. Brownies Mons 6.30-7.45pm

The Hive (Busy Bees) 2nd Cart. Rainbows Thurs 4-5pm

Methodist Church 1st Cart. Rainbows Weds 5-6pm

WI Hall 3rd Cart. Brownies Mons 6-7.30pm

St Kenelms Hall, Minster Lovell 1st ML Rainbows Weds 3.45-4.45pm 1 st ML Brownies Weds 5-6.30pm

Young Leaders meet monthly and work with their units weekly

CARTERTON TREFOIL GUILD - Meetings W.I. Hall, 3rd Wednesday of month. 7.45-9.30pm. Contact: 842026.

CARTERTON RANGERS FOOTBALL CLUB - President: Mike Stevenson - 842075. Chairman: Nick Truman - 842753. Secretary: Mrs Ann Callen - 845126. MANAGERS: Girls - Julia Nichols 704450 U 11's Colts - Jeremy Yallop 841491 U7's - Darren Lee 214515 U12's - John Williams 844515

U8's - Chris Richardson 212398 U 13's - Baden Sparkes 213116

U8's Colts - Ian Hempsall 213248 U 14's - Rob King 214227

U9's - Gary Brown 07900572497 U 15's - Pete Kelly 845663 U9's Colts - Barry Hedges 843209 U 16's - Kev Trethowan 840315 U 10's - Les Bishop 840055 Mens 1 st Team - Pete Lamb 844004 U1 0's Colts - Jeremy Allen 846888 Mens Reserves- Vince Bush 213733

Ul l's - Ritchie Barnes 213170 Ladies Team-Debbie Richards 772385 CARTERTON ST. JOHN AMBULANCE BRIGADE - Cadets. Contact: Claire Hammond. Tel: 212687. Adults. Contact: Christine Keep. Tel: 841473.

BRITISH RED CROSS - Carterton joint-co-ordinators Jan Kingsby-Huntley and Sandra Dibbens. Tel: 843300 or 844115.

ROYAL NATIONAL LIFE BOAT INSTITUTION - Windrush Valley Branch. Enq: Chairman - Mr P. H. Thompson. Tel: 841325 or Representative - Mrs Pat Shepherd.

CARTERTON TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB

Chairman: Bob Taylor- 840214. Steward/Hall Hire: Hugo Pill 842410. Mini Soccer: Paul King - 840412.

For details on all other teams, contact the Football Club 842410.

SWINDON BULLDOGS RUGBY LEAGUE TEAM - Tuesdays 7-9pm. Supermarine Swindon Sports Ground. Contact Neil Ferguson 01793 614703.

CARTERTON GYMNASTIC CLUB - Enq: D. Newton. Tel: Witney 703670. CARTERTON JUDO CLUB - Tues 7.30pm. Allandale Youth House. Enq: David Small, 16 Shillbrook Avenue. Tel: 843267.

BUSHINDO-KAI MARTIAL ARTS - Thursdays & Fridays 8.30-10pm. W.I. Hall, Carterton. Enq. J. Williamson 840205.

CARTERTON SQUASH CLUB-Contact: Gavin Powell, 845220. Club House: 842996. BADMINTON CLUB - Witney Leys Badminton Club. Wed 7.30pm-10.30pm (in Woodgreen School Sports Hall - 4 courts). All welcome. SUMMER CLUB too. Tel. Graham 01993 702219

WITNEY & CARTERTON BADMINTON CLUB - Wednesdays 8-10pm. Community College, Upavon Way, Carterton. Enq. Mr Aggawal 774164.

SHORT-TENNIS CLUB - Mondays 4-5pm. 5-6pm. Carterton Community College. Enquiries to Rachel. Tel: 842816 or Mobile 0589 973914.

CARTERTON BOWLS CLUB - Arkell Avenue. Open all year round. Bar and Lounge facilities available nightly. Instruction for beginners. Membership applications and information: 843366 After 6.30pm.

CARTERTON HOCKEY CLUB - Meets at Carterton Astro Turf, Upavon Way. Adults Weds 7.00-8.30pm. Telephone 01451 844776.

WINDRUSH COLLECTORS SOCIETY - Meetings 2nd Wednesday of month. 7.45pm Carterton Social Centre. Enquiries: Mr Everett Tel: 213030.

FULBROOK CAMERA CLUB - Enq: Ellen or Gordon Parker 843985.

SHILL VALLEY LACEMAKERS - Meets 1st Mon in the month. Town Hall, Carterton 7.30-9.30pm. Ring Julie 840276.

BUTTERCROSS QUILTERS - Meets every 2nd Tuesday. The Buffet Room, Langdale Hall, Witney 7.30-9.30pm. Tel: 841704.

COTSWOLD FLOWER CLUB - 1st Wed. of each month, W.I. Hall 7.30-9.30pm. Secretary: Ann Hancock. Tel: 842197. Chairwoman: Mrs Betty Holmes Tel: 841140. WITNEY BRIDGE CLUB - Wed. 7.15pm. Burwell Hall, Witney. Enq: Alexander Bain - Tel: 840984.

WITNEY LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY. Meets 3rd Tuesday in month. Sept-May. 7.30pm in Corn Exchange, Witney. Enquiries Tel: 779093.

ACTING COMMUNITY THINGUMYBOGS - Rehearsals in Drama Theatre, 7-9pm. Community College, Thursdays. Enq: Sue 212911.

RAF BRIZE NORTON THEATRE CLUB - Splinter Village, Hut 49a. Wed. 8.30pm. Enq: Pat Roberts 07946 629688/Sam Dick-Marner 07980 863789.

WITNEY SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCERS - Mondays during term time, Henry Box School, Witney. 7.45-9.45pm. Enq: Alexander Bain - Tel: 840984. DUCKLINGTON MORRIS DANCERS - Practices 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month. 8pm Ducklington Village Hall - and afterwards in 'The Bell'. Information contact Andy Cheyne 831657 or Neil Sleight 01865 241081.

WITNEY SEQUENCE DANCING CLUB. Tuesday evenings 7-10pm. Beginners tuition 6.30-7pm. Langdale Hall, Witney. Modern, old time & Latin dances. Enquiries 01865 722250.

SONGSTERS. Meets Wed/Thurs 7.30pm. Further details from Chairman - George Fox 842187 or Secretary/Musical Director- Dee Bulley 842427.

RAF BRIZE NORTON SINGERS - Officer in Charge: Flt. Lt. S. P. Hamilton. Secretary: M. Spalding, 1 Finchdale Close, Carterton. Tel: 842229. Meets Mondays. 7.45pm RAF Community Centre.

WITNEY AND DISTRICT CITIZENS ORCHESTRA - Rehearsals Monday afternoons 2-4.30pm Corn Exchange, Witney. Details: Tel: Witney 704566. AEROBICS/STEP AEROBICS - Day (with qualified creche facility) and evening classes in Carterton. For days and times and more information contact: Janey Slader. Tel: 845812.

BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION CARTERTON BRANCH - Chairman: Edith Richens. Tel: 841954. Secretary: Joyce May. Tel: 842585.

CARTERTON OVER 60's & EARLY RETIRED CLUB - Meets every Fri 2-4pm at Social Centre, Alvescot Road. Ring May Satell 841682.

AGE CONCERN DAY CENTRE - Meets every Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs. Access Rd, Lawton Ave, Carterton. Enquiries to: Trish Pratley 840162.

FRIENDSHIP GROUP -Tues Coffee Morning 10-12 noon at Allendale Youth House. Thurs 2-5pm. Enq: Mrs Pearman 842255.

FRIENDS AND NEIGHBOURS - Alternate Thurs. 2-4pm. W.I. Hall. Chairman: Mr H. Pickett, 35 Edgeworth Drive, Carterton. Tel: 845041. Secretary: Mrs E. Hainsworth, 26 Shilldeane Drive, Carterton. Tel: 842157.

UNIVERSITY OF THE THIRD AGE - Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday of month. 2pm. Langdale Hall. For people 50 years & over. New interests & new friends. Details Eric Cole 772961.

THE SYCAMORES TENANTS & RESIDENTS ASSOCIATION - This association covers Arkell Ave, Rock Road, Rock Close, Sycamore Drive. Meetings 1st Monday of month at 7.30pm at Blenheim Court, Sycamore Drive. Contact: Secretary, Mrs Tan Marchant. Tel: 841060.

WITNEY TALKING NEWSPAPER FOR THE BLIND - Secretary: Peter Bee 703837 or Margaret Bettesworth 702692.

ADVICE AND NEIGHBOURHOOD CENTRE - Thurs 10-4pm. Sats. 10-11.30am. Tel: 845884.

VOLUNTEER LINK-UP - Matching people with time to spare to those who need help. Mon-Fri 9am-1 pm. 10 Wesley Walk, High Street, Witney. Tel: 776277. CHALLENGER CLUB - For the physically handicapped and the able-bodied. Meetings held on the last Thursday in the month, Town Hall, Alvescot Road, 2-4pm. All enquiries to Mrs Carey, Greenview, Arkell Ave, Carterton - Telephone: 843663. SPRINGBOARD CHILDREN, ADULTS & FAMILIES PROJECT- Supports individuals/ families with anxiety, depression/long term mental health. Drop In for adults Mondays & Fridays 10am-3pm. Enq. Doreen 841740 Mon-Frid 10am-5pm. WEST OXFORDSHIRE CITIZEN ADVOCACY - Volunteers speak up for people who cannot communicate well. Enq. Anthony Richards 704826.

CARTERTON LIONS CLUB - President: Chris Cherry Tel: 843064. Secretary: Maddy Radburn Tel: 772241. Meets 8pm 1st Tuesday of the month at The Old Bull, Burford.

ORDER OF LADIES GLADE - The Belle Glade No 513 meets every Mon. 8pm at the Activities Centre, Splinter Village, RAF Brize Norton. Secretary: Mrs J. Pearce. Tel: 843696.

ROYAL ANTEDILUVIAN ORDER OF BUFFALOES - Flaming Torch Lodge 7494 every Thurs. 8pm, Social Centre. Sec: Mr M. C. Drew, 46 Ampney Orchard, Bampton. Tel: 210129.

CARTERTON & BRIZE NORTON BRANCH, ROYAL AIR FORCES ASSOCIATION - Information contact Bob Wise, 3 Humphries Close 212595 or Secretary: Phil Caswell 212429. Meetings: 8pm 2nd Monday of each month at Bowls Club, Arkell Ave, Carterton.

FARINGDON & LECHLADE ROUND TABLE - Meets 1st and 3rd Monday of month. At Crown Hotel, Faringdon. Begins 7.30pm. Enquiries to Ray Bather. Carterton 843205. WITNEY SPEAKERS CLUB - Meetings 2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7.45 for 8pm Witney Corn Exchange. New members welcome. Learn to speak with confidence. Enq: 845328/842383.

RSPCA - Local Secretary Jason Kibble, 16 Hillview, Carterton. Tel: 213225.

LOST AND FOUND BIRDS REGISTER - Also birds cared for in your absence. All enquiries phone: 841778.

CATS PROTECTION LEAGUE, W. OXON BRANCH - Co-ordinator: Lou Tyack. Tel: 01608 659940.

CARTERTON EDUCATIONAL TRUST - Provides funds to groups & individuals for educational purposes. Further details of this charitable trust contact: Mrs T. Marchant. Hon. Secretary, 56 Sycamore Drive, Carterton.

WITNEY MOTOR CLUB - Meets 2nd and 4th Thurs of each month. Secretary Simon Bradley, 7 Beech Road, Witney. Tel:702722.

CHAMBER OF TRADE - Hon. Sec.: Mrs C. Byrne, 42 Foxcroft Drive. Tel: 212872. SWINBROOK ROAD ALLOTMENTS ASSOCIATION - Enq: Sec. Mr M. Alcock, 8 Shillbrook Road, Carterton. Tel: 841704.

SOCIAL CLUB - Social Centre, Browne's Lane. Large Bar open Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sunday lunchtimes and each evening. Small Bar open Mon, Tues, Wed and Sunday lunchtimes. Fri, Sat and Sunday evenings. Enquiries: R. Cleary 842489.

SOCIAL CENTRE - (Carterton & Black Bourton Village Hall) Browne's Lane. Booking Secretary: Mr Barnard, Tel: 07765 502258.

CARTERTON WOMENS INSTITUTE - Every 2nd Tues. 7.30pm at the WI Hall Brize Norton Road. President: Mrs C. Sherwood 843919. Sec: Mrs B. Fall-Tel: 841674. W.I. BOOKING CLERK - Mrs B. Fall - Tel: 841674.

BROADSHIRES HEALTH CENTRE - Broadshire Way, Carterton. Tel: 844567. CARTERTON HEALTH CENTRE. Alvescot Road. Tel: 841718.

METHODIST CHURCH - Rev. Andy Chislett-McDonald, 51 Scholars Acre, Carterton, Tel: 845322.

CATHOLIC CHURCH - Father V. Armishaw, The Presbytery, Arkell Ave. Tel: 842463. CHURCH OF ENGLAND - Rev. Roger Billings, The Vicarage, Burford Road. Tel: 842429.

WITNEY & CARTERTON COMMUNITY CHURCH - Kings School, New Yatt Rd. 10.30am Sundays. Details: Mr Ellwood 704606.