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Space Studio BanburyRuskin Road, BANBURY OX16 9HY01295 [email protected]
A school for 14 - 18 year olds. A brilliant science environment. A fun place to learn and achieve.
New Term. New Choices.Look at the options available at Space Studio School Banbury
Book an appointment with Principal Mike Grocott now to discuss your options and your futureor alternatively download an application form from our website and return to us
New Term. New Choices.Look at the options available at Space Studio School Banbury
Book an appointment with Principal Mike Grocott now to discuss your options and your futureor alternatively download an application form from our website and return to us
New Term. New Choices.Look at the options available at Space Studio School Banbury
Book an appointment with Principal Mike Grocott now to discuss your options and your futureor alternatively download an application form from our website and return to us
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Welcome & Contents
ContentsJuly – August 2014 Issue Number 26
These Summer months in Brackleyare always busy and this yearis no exception. As always wecan celebrate at the Beer Festivaland the Music Festival, but thisyear brings us The BrackleyFringe, for us to gather togetheras a community to celebrate andpromote the arts... including,music, comedy, dance, drama,arts and crafts, poetry, writingand story-telling… Lots going onto help you entertain the childrenduring the Summer holidays!
In this issue, we welcome backour Sudoku competition whichhas been kindly sponsored byThe Greyhound Inn with a £25meal voucher. See page 40.
A nd here comes theSummer! Finally, weare able to enjoy thelighter nights and
the bbq’s with the family at theweekends. The sound of childrenplaying and splashing about intheir paddling pools is a soundI will never tire of hearing.
BackBrackleyGet behind the new campaign to supportlocal businesses in town, see pages 20 & 21
Brackley MusicFestival is hereFor event details turn to theDiary of Events on page 18
Finally, if you have a businessI would like to bring yourattention to BackBrackley.It’s for linking local businesswith customers using data drivenloyalty and rewards with targetedpromotions and events. Readmore about it on page 20.
Well I guess that’s it from me…enjoy the Summer everyone!
15 Health, Beauty & Fitness
06 Entertainment & Leisure
09 Pets
17 Computers
10 Services
19 Home Services
21 Homes
28 Tradespeople
35 Windows & Conservatories
38 Gardens
45 Motors
18 Diary of Events
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BRACKLEY FRINGE FESTIVALis nearly here! August 1st-3rd 2014In the meantime we are running a number of events to raiseawareness and funds, please support as much as you can,
Brackley Fringe is a community event:
July 4th Blind Wine Tasting
July 11th Poetry EveningTickets £5 - The Green RoomJuly 25th
Friday August 1st Comedy NightTickets £10 - Football Club
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Couples can consult their ownSolicitor to take advice at any stageduring Mediation, if necessary. Atthe end of the Mediation process,a document can be drafteddetailing the agreements thathave been reached.
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Job ClubLooking for work?Want to change your job?South Northamptonshire Council’s free Job Clubhelps people find their way back into work, training,or education. To date, we have helped over 200 localresidents find new employment.Professional experts are on hand to provideconfidential advice, help to write CVs and letters andanswer questions about finding work, volunteeringopportunities, debt and welfare. Laptops are alsoavailable to carry out online job searches.The Job Club is held at Towcester Town Hall andBrackley Town Hall on alternate weeks.
JobMatchLooking for employees?Want a local job?Matching employees with local businesses, this tailoredand confidential service helps job seekers to find theright job for them and businesses to find employeeswith the skills and experience they need.Our JobMatch advisors are up-to-date on currentvacancies and have well established relationships witha wide range of local companies. Over 50 Job Clubmembers have benefited from this free service sinceit started.
Enterprise ClubWant to start a business? Planning a careerchange?The Enterprise Club provides free advice and guidancefor local residents about how to start their own businessor become self-employed. Members may also receivecoaching andmentoring to ensure the best possiblechance of success in launching their new idea.
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Is a home visit Willwriting service betterthan an online service?
On the face of it, the online service mightlook like an easier and cheaper option.But even if you only need a simple Willthere are some snags to buying online.
How will you know if you’ve written the Will correctly?Are you sure it does what you want it to? Have youcovered all the points you should have covered? Arethere other things you should have considered likeInheritance Tax or Care fees? Has the Will beensigned and witnessed correctly?
All these questions really add up to one issue:Peace of Mind!
What if things go wrong? Would the onlinecompany’s disclaimer prevent your beneficiaries fromclaiming against any loss they may incur? Would theonline company still be around?
Perhaps it’s being old fashioned,but there’s nothing like dealingwith a human face to face.You can ask questions aboutissues of which you’re notsure about, get professionaladvice on things you mayhave overlooked or notreally considered. Have a realperson to complain to if thingsgo awry.
So, another option is to find a specialist Will writingfirm to come to your home. If you choose this optionmake sure you check how good they are. Can theybe trusted? Will they give you top notch advice? Dothey have Professional Insurance should things gowrong? Are they members of a Professional Body? Itpays to do a little homework first before choosing.
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Help for people tryingto cope with Dementia
How would you feel if you were not able to dothe things you enjoy doing anymore becauseyour brain is struggling to work out what it isyou like to do? How would you feel if you
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because you’re struggling toremember basic things?The answer is probablyscared, lost, isolated,lonely, low self-esteem,loss of confidence, the list
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Therapist specialising in dementia care I understandthe absolute importance of meaningful activities andhow they can make such a difference to a person’swell-being. By using life story work, reminiscence andsupported activities on a 1:1 basis within the person’shome I aim to rediscover who the person is as it isunlikely they will remain the person you have becometo know over past years. This requires re-looking atdaily life and adapting routines in a way that allows
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Embrace Dementia is a flexibleservice and is available
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Grand Prix Circus is on its wayLove it or loathe it, the 2014 Formula 1 Santander
British Grand Prix comes to town during 4-6 Julyand is still the only place in the UK to see F1.
3 July sees the Kaiser Chiefs in concert at the circuit,the first time in the British Grand Prix’s history that alive performance has taken place.With local boys, Mercedes Petronas, well ahead in theConstructor Standings*, Force India and Ferrari havea lot of catching up to do. But with Milton Keynesbased Red Bull taking 40 points from the Canada GP,we are in for an exciting climax.Lewis Hamilton had won 4 on the trot going intoMonaco in May, but with 2 retirements in 7 races, hetrails his team mate Nico Rosberg* with only 1 morerace prior to Silverstone (Austrian GrandPrix), did he peak too early?Also with fellow British compatriot JensonButton wanting to get his season back ontrack with a bang at Silverstone, we are infor a thrilling race.
F1 has to contend with the biggest set of regulationchanges in its history for the 2014 season. The10 man technical team has to ensure every carcomplies, ensuring a level playing field. From tyres(Approx £3,000 for a set of 4), to fuel, to the new 8speed V6 1.6 litre engine, everything is scrutinisedand a report submitted on each car, before the finalentry list is published. *At the time of writing.
Remember to keep a close eye on road closureswith local radio, www.highwaysagency.co.uk andwww.silverstone.co.uk
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Your handyguide to what'son in and aroundBrackley fromIn conjunction with Global Mapping, T: 01280 840770
Friday 25th July (7.30pm-10.00pm)Lest We ForgetSt. Johns ChapelAn Evening of reflection and Remembrance forAn Evening of reflection and Remembrance forthose who gave their lives in the Great War.Tickets: £5.00 to include refreshments and charity donation.
Saturday 26th July (From 12pm)Brackley Beer FestivalBrackley ParkA great family day with 60 barrels ofbeers, wines, Pimms, cider and lagerand soft drinks! Plus live music and much more.
AUGUSTSaturday 2nd August (All day)Brackley Fringe FestivalVenues throughout Brackleyand surrounding villages.
Sunday 3rd AugustBrackley Fringe FestivalBrackley Rugby ClubA new festival for Brackley encompassing all the arts.The Brackley Fringe website:www.brackleyfringe.co.uk has more details.Facebook: Brackley Fringe Festival.
Sunday 24th August (All day)Suffolk Horse Open DayNorthants Rare Breeds Club, GateridgeFarm, Croughton NN13 5GR.For more details contact Carrie 01327 857195or email: [email protected].
JULYThursday 3rd July - Monday 7th July
Brackley Music FestivalSummer music festival takes place across Brackley.
Check out the website atwww.brackleymusicfestival.co.uk
for the events happening near you.
Friday 4th July (7.30pm-11.00pm)
Blind Wine Tasting at Clayson'sClayson's Wine Bar, Market House Courtyard, Brackley.
Tickets available in bar or via website £10 per
person, plus a prize for the winner(s).
Friday 11th July (6.00pm-9.00pm)
Poetry EveningThe Green Room, Bridge Street Brackley.
Doors open from 6pm.
Friday 11th July (7.30pm)
Greek Night at Clayson’sClayson's Café, Wine Bar and Bistro,
2 Markethouse Courtyard, Brackley.
Tickets are £14.95 per person. Licensed bar
and large or small bookings welcome.
Available from www.brackleywines.co.uk
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Saturday 12th July (11.00am)
St Peters Family Fun DaySt Peters Church Brackley.
A day of fun for all the family.
Thursday17th and Friday 18th July (7.30pm)
Two Evenings of Comedy and Drama
in the form of Two One Act Plays
in aid of the Mayor’s CharitiesBrackley Town Hall at 7.30 pm. Tickets £10.00 to include
refreshments. For tickets and info call 01280 701501.
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Bathrooms you should aspire to
Based in Buckingham for the last 12 years,Aspirational Interiors supply and fit Bathrooms,En-suites and Cloakrooms. They supply a fullrange of bathroom products and accessories
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Their Managing Director Nathan Mitchell previouslytraded from the same showroom formerly known as“Buckingham Bathrooms & Tiles". Four and a half years
ago along with Paul Mitchell his father, theyacquired the previous business and now
trade as a family concern. Since theformation, support from the localtown and surrounding areas hasbeen very encouraging.
Aspirational Interiors pride themselvesin offering good old fashioned service
along with friendly advice. Today theyhave many good customers in and around
Buckingham. Visit them at their showroom whichhas ample parking or let them visit you at home. Theywill work with you and make suggestions that help you
create the design that youwant. They realise that theyneed to supply products tosatisfy all budgets and intheir showroom they havea good selection on displayincluding two working saunas.They also supply and fit watersofteners in an area well known forits hard water and subsequent limescale. Exact spaceutilisation and good visualisation is assured using theirComputer Aided Design service.They are committed to providing you with the installationyou are imagining right now. They want to provide youwith a service which exceeds your expectations so thatyou will recommend them to other interested partieswho you will meet in the future.So whether you are looking for a complete installationor just one small item. Why not visit Aspirational Interiorswho can turn your dream bathroom into a reality.You can contact them on 01280 823340.
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A taste of the Scottish Highlands
“T histles – a little taste of tartan” brandevolved from the Lawrence family’s visitsto the Scottish Highlands where theyfell in love with the sheer vastness of the
mountains, wild coastlines and striking skies – in oneword “breath-taking”. With their passion for designover the last 36 years the family decided to reflectsuch a magical place by creating beautiful homeaccessories in woollen plaids displaying texture andearthy colours for all to enjoy.
The Thistles concept is that allproducts are unique and
individual. Each pieceis personally designed,handcrafted and hand-stitched by their long-standing qualified team of
seamstresses and craftsmenwithin the studio/workshop in
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is proud to be British using 100%British wool tartans and still practisingand utilising traditional methods.You can visit the Thistles Studioshop, within Lawrence Furnishings,personally meeting the family, teamand having the opportunity to purchaseand view work in progress. They are alsoshowing at The Old Flight House Antiques –Middleton Stoney,Heaven & Stubbs Kitchens – Adderbury andSulgrave Manor – Sulgrave.For 2014 Thistles has increased its events calendar -you can see them exhibiting at many shows includingthe Blenheim Flower Show, CLA Game Fair atBlenheim and Wellchild Christmas Fair at Daylesfordto name but a few.Do look out for on-going promotions and of courseexplore their popular online shop – certainly wellworth a look. Tel: 01280 705021.
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W hat a great place SouthNorthamptonshire is – and that isofficial! The district was voted the3rd ‘Best place to live’ in a recent
Halifax Bank of Scotland survey, it has the highestemployment rates in the UK and the third lowestunemployment rate in the UK.
The beautiful rolling countryside and ancientwoodlands, historic canal network and tranquilvillages are clear winners. The pretty market townsat Brackley and Towcester offer a great choice ofindependent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs,but South Northants is also an excellent environmentin which to work and grow your business.
The area is easily reached by road and rail andhas a high skills economy and an established highperformance engineering cluster – think Silverstone –supported by a network of rural businesses servingthis vital sector.
Halifax Bank of Scotland survey, it has the highest
villages are clear winners. The pretty market towns
For those looking for a job or a changethen South Northamptonshire Council’s
Economic Development Team can help. We offerfree advice and guidance at our highly successful
Job Clubs and Job Match Service. You may bethinking of setting up your own business orbecoming self-employed, in which case our
professional Enterprise Club offers great advice.
For businesses we also provide an extensive rangeof support in the form of assistance with taking onapprentices, solutions for recruitment, help with findingpremises to suit all needs and a range of bespokebusiness support tailored by our team. Silverstone Parkis just one of a number of major employment sitesthat has been made available in the district for newbusiness growth and investment.
For information about business opportunities,Job Clubs, the Job Match Services or ourEnterprise Club – check out the website atwww.southnorthants.gov.uk/jobclub, or [email protected] orcall the Economic Development Team on01327 322322.
For those looking for a job or a change then South Northamptonshire Council’s
Economic Development Team can help. We offer free advice and guidance at our highly successful
Job Clubs and Job Match Service. You may be thinking of setting up your own business or becoming self-employed, in which case our
professional Enterprise Club offers great advice.
For businesses we also provide an extensive range of support in the form of assistance with taking on apprentices, solutions for recruitment, help with fi nding premises to suit all needs and a range of bespoke business support tailored by our team. Silverstone Park is just one of a number of major employment sites that has been made available in the district for new business growth and investment.
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•Josh Florey.The Oxfordshire based window repair company,are revolutionising how homeowners viewdouble glazing in our area. The company which
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Dragonswood is a small family runcompany that specialises in solidtimber garden buildings, dens,shelters and furniture.
For the past five years they have grown inpopularity and their hand-crafted outdoorrooms, nick-named ’Dragon‘s Dens‘, are nowsought after by those looking for traditionaltimber garden buildings.
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Congratulations to the winnerof our Find the Focus Family competition from ourprevious issue, William Goves of Brackley whohas won a family ticket for four, with a fish and chipsupper, at Brackley Cinema.
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Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every3x3 box contains the digits 1 through to 9, with no repetition.That’s all there is to it! You solve the puzzle with reasoningand logic - there’s no maths involved and no adding up.
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Buckingham Ford have worked this out for manya customer, over the last 2 years, as much haschanged in the world of new cars.
With the introduction of more fuel efficient enginesand very low road tax costs, along with many costsaving measures introduced by car manufacturers, toentice customers to their showrooms, nearly new andnew car costs have got a whole lot closer.
One recent customer Alan who we worked this outfor, ended up paying £30 a month less to drivea new Ford Focus than his old car, after we tookeverything into account. This meant he had a longermanufacturer’s warranty and owned the car in themost cost effective part of its life.
This is not for everyone and may not be for you, but ifit could save you money and get you driving a brandnew car, it would be worth ten minutes talking toJames at Buckingham Ford 01280 812121 or Jeff atBicester Ford on 01869 323272.
Alternatively you could wait around for the newGoogle car, featured on the BBC news websiterecently, it just has a start stop button and maximumspeed of 25mph it works on laser and radar sensorsto navigate around the streets.
Can you imagine Jeremy Clarkson’s report for TopGear, with no pedals, gearstick or steering wheel toplay with? Is it a modern day horse and cart, withoutthe horse.
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