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SANDFORD ON THAMES
VILLAGE MAGAZINE
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THE LINK
SUMMER 1997 ISSUE 66
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The Link Magazine COPYRIGHT © 1997 by The Link Committee. Reproduced with permission.
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CHURCH NEWS
Ministry team:
Robert Morgan (Lower Farm, 748848) - priest-in-charge.
Mary Parsons (763909) - associate priest.
Brian Andrews (777011) - lay reader.
Liz Shatford (772598) - pastoral assistant and chiropodist.
Church Wardens: Mrs Marjorie Harris (24 Henley Road) and Stan Cotton.
Treasurer: Mike Dixon (78 Church Road) - donations may be made out to St Andrew's Sandford PCC.
Director of music: Martin Pitson. (phone in hymn and other music choices to 01235-526263).
Sunday services:
| 8.00 a.m. | (First Sunday of the month) | | Holy Communion BCP |
| 10.00 a.m. | (Weekly) | | Parish Communion |
| 6.30 p.m. | (Weekly) | | Evening prayer |
Festival Choral Evensong
6.30 p.m. Sunday July 20th
Preacher: Barbara Hayes, Industrial Chaplain
Songs of Praise
6.30 p.m. Sunday 21st September
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Ordination
Our prayers are asked for Mrs Georgie Simpson of Church Road who
will be ordained deacon by the Bishop of Oxford on Sunday 29th June
to serve as curate at Littlemore and continue her work with the John
Radcliffe chaplaincy (and provide a link between our two parishes). We
wish her well on this special occasion - and all that follows from it.
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After the Election
'With a voice of singing, tell it to the ends of the earth; the Lord has set
his people free. (Alleluia!)' Isaiah 48.20. That was the Introductory
Sentence set by the 1980 service book to begin the Sunday morning
service (10 a.m. 'Eucharist' thanksgiving) for the week-end after the
General Election. The middle of the road preacher thought it was a bit
over the top but enjoyed having to read it all the same. And preaching
on it.
The Old Testament prophet was writing in the wake of political
upheavals (Iran defeating Iraq and letting the exiled Judeans return to
Jerusalem to rebuild their city and Temple). He saw God's hand at
work in the forces of history. The political reality did not quite live up
to expectations - freedom was a long time coming and didn't last long.
But the exhilaration of the immediate aftermath released new energies
and some progress was made. The prophets spoke of 'God's justice
dawning like morning light (Hosea 6.3) - its dawning as sure as the
sunrise, coming to us like a shower, like spring rains that water the
earth'. The language of hope and refreshment, a cleaner land, a more
decent land, more loving relationships, better care for the vulnerable, a
willingness to share more through taxation, less greed and selfishness,
better education, more jobs, more time for recreation, appreciation for
the things of the spirit - music, art, creative writing, film. All we are
asking for, says Hosea, is life, and he sees that in having a purpose, a
sense of direction, a lode-star:
'Come, let us return to the Lord;
for he has torn us and will heal us,
he has struck us and will bind up our wounds...
that in his presence we may live.'
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On the whole the people missed their chance, refused to move
forward, decline the prophets' invitation, and further decay and
disintegration followed. But a one in ten take-up has often been enough
to save a culture, or postpone its dissolution.
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R.I.P.
Mrs Florence Wise 7.7.03-28.5.97
Mrs Wise was brought up and lived on a farm in West Oxfordshire, and
came to Orchard House in 1984 after the death of her husband. She
remained a country woman, knowledgeable about flowers and birds, and
remained mentally active as she grew old here and a powerful
recommendation for a strict Christian (Methodist) upbringing. A
regular member of St Andrew's congregation she was a delight to all
who knew her and will be missed. She was happy and well cared-for at
Orchard House and maintained her sense of humour and high standards
of courtesy to the end. Her death was sudden and merciful, a few days
before her home was to be cleared for renovations, and after the service
in church she was buried in Sandford. Our sympathies to her three
children, Barney, Jack and Jill (twins), eight grandchildren and two great
grandchildren.
George Dudley Michael Ryan
Michael died on 18th April and was buried in Sandford Burial Ground
on 2nd May as the new government was taking office. He had come to
Sandford as a child and his parents are buried here, and he lived for many
years in the Group Homes in this village. At his funeral the vicar
recalled his distinctive walk along the Henley Road, his simple
goodness, and the responsibilities of government and neighbours for care
in the community and respect for vulnerable members of our society.
MEETING POINT
There will be no Meeting Point
in July or August
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SANDFORD RIVER RUN
SATURDAY 29TH JUNE
Register 4.30 pm for 5.00 start. 3 miles (children) or 3 or 5 miles (adults). |
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Sponsorship forms from The vicar, but you are
welcome to run for unsponsored fun (entry £1).
Come along to run, walk or cheer.
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Other Local Sports News
Sue stars again:
Sue Norton, from Church Road, has won the National Ladies Masters Class at the
National Triathlon Finals held in May at Milton Keynes. She won ahead of nineteen other
class competitors from all around the country. The three disciplines were target pistol
shooting, swimming and cross country running.
Congratulations:
to the Fox ladies darts team on going all the way to the finals in this year's area competition.
Some brilliant performances were put in by Sharon Fenn, Gina Ashburner, Sharon
Gibbons, Clare Rolston, Rose Wakeman, Mary Butler, Cath Renyard, Pat Chambers and
Janet Shepherd. The George were pretty good too but Sandford are on an upward curve.
Sandford speedster:
Another pair of fast legs from Sandford will be on show at the Crystal Palace and on
Channel 4 on 25th July (?6 pm) when Kelly Caffel of Keene Close runs for her country at
again. Other Sandford river runners are withdrawing in droves at this terrifyingly
impressive new local phenomenon. Good luck Kelly!
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and congratulations to
LILIAN BENNETT
of Church Road, who celebrated her hundredth
birthday on Saturday 7thJune with an afternoon
reception chez Maureen and an evening of
Country and Western music at the Catherine Wheel.
There was also champagne at Tesco's where she still goes shopping
each week (by bus - more environmentally friendly).
Some villagers will remember young Tom and Lilian
celebrating their diamond wedding a few years ago - and her
describing him to the press so memorably. Tom, a former Police
Inspector and Church Warden has now departed, but his soul goes
marching on, and Lilian continues to delight and enthrall all her
many friends, showing us how to grow old gracefully and with a
sense of fun.
Long may she continue.
Youth Club
The management committee again thanks Mrs Vicky Chariton for
being Leader of the club throughout this school year, and also Suzanne
and Charlie Wilson of Church Road for all their help. The club depends
on volunteers to help run it - otherwise it closes. If you think you may
be able to help, whether on occasion or more regularly, please contact
the Vicar at Lower Farm (748848). Vicky now stands down after two
and a half years' brilliant service. We are all most grateful for her huge
contribution. Last session this term is on July 16th, but the club will be
active in the children's sports at the Parish Fete on July 19th. Annual
General Meeting at Lower Farm 7.30 p.m. on Sunday 24th August. Restart
on September 17th, provided a new leader has been found: Wednesdays 7-9.
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Tug of war
Each bit of the village is organising its team for this
annual event at 3.30p.m. on 19th July Please offer
your services to your local captain - Nigel at the
Fox, Barry at the Catherine Wheel, Adrian at
Keene Close, Pete East for Pheasant Walk, Charlie
Wilson for Church Road (no.7), Bob Hutton for Park
Homes (npc = non pulling captain). Other offers?
Welcome to Sandford
| to | Digby and Louise, Philippa Jennifer and Belinda Quested to Burra Close |
| | to the world |
| to | Toby at Lower Farm Barn, a son to Ben and Polly and brother to Josie |
| to | Elly, born on 15th May to Darren Beecham and Joanne - another grandchild for Denise |
| to | Connor Arran Scott, a son for Scott and Tina Beecham, brother for Amy,
and yet another grandchild for Denise |
| to | Ryan, a son for Rachael McConville and Nell Davis of Kiln Close born on 26th October |
| to | Lucas, born 31st March to Lynn and Ashley of Henley Road, a brother for Cheneisse |
| | and to the church |
| to | Joslyn Kate Beadle, daughter of Ross and Carys and sister of Eleanor, baptised on 1st June |
* SUMMER DISCO CANCELLED *
The disco announced for 5th July will not now be taking place.
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Diary Date
Historic Churches Cycle Ride
Saturday 3th September
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Any old ironing?
Anyone in need of the Sandford local ironing service, please ring 718865.
Village Hall extension
Following the grants from the Rural Development Council and County
Council but also the big refusal from the National Lottery the Extension
Committee proposed (as phase one) - two more modest developments
to the Council - one which would solve the kitchen and storage
problems, and another which would do that and also save the disabled
toilet and Council office-storage space. At the time of going to press the
response was awaited, but it has been strongly stressed that the bare
minimum (kitchen and storage - with drains etc.) was a matter of
urgency. The architect has done all the necessary work and is ready to
go to tender again at once.
Brian Andrews writes:
The Porch is a small 'alternative' cafe in the grounds of All Saints
Convent in East Oxford which serves food and drink to the homeless,
unemployed and lonely. It opens twice a day, every day except
Wednesdays. I've worked there for about seven years. It's rewarding
and enriching, and I've made many good friends there and have learned
a lot about people and myself. Apart from a few paid project workers
the Porch is run entirely by volunteers, and depends heavily on
contributions from children's groups, churches and individuals. Gifts in
cash or kind, especially biscuits, marmite, peanut butter, packet soups,
tea bags and coffee are always welcome. If you would like to make a
gift or help as a volunteer for a couple of hours a week, making or
serving sandwiches and drinks, please give Pam or Brian a call on
777011.
Expand your horizons with the British Red Cross
Would you like to change your perspective on life and make friends at
the same time? We are looking for local fund-raisers and volunteer
drivers. Full training given and all expenses paid. Interested? Contact
Linda Chapman (557377) for fund-raising or Alan James (225622) if
you could spend a few hours a week driving for a worthwhile cause.
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Mothers and Toddlers
Thanks to Mandy and Marcia for organising this throughout the school
year, on Friday mornings in the Village Hall. The last session before the
summer holidays will be on Friday 11th July and the group will re-start
on Friday 12th September.
Sunday Club
for 4-7 yr olds continues to meet in the Welch Room, next to the
church tower, every Sunday in term time from 10-11. Last meeting of
the summer will be on July 12th, re-starting on September 14th.
BUT, PARENTS, DON'T DESPAIR, BECAUSE DURING THE
SUMMER HOLIDAYS THERE WILL ONCE AGAIN BE A ...
SUMMER PLAY SCHEME
Leader: Sue Bowen, 10B Heyford Hill Lane (748482)
Treasurer: Helen Wilmott, 17 Broadhurst Gardens
on MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS
FROM 29TH JULY UNTIL 13TH AUGUST
AND 7TH AUGUST (THURSDAY DAY TRIP)
£2.50 per day for first child. 2nd child £1.50.
ENROLMENT MONDAY 23RD JUNE 7 PM AT VILLAGE HALL
(IF YOU MISS THIS, APPLY TO HELEN)
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Applications for free places should be made to the vicar in writing.
Since we only got £500 grant this year finances are tight and donations
welcome. Offers of extra helpers on a particular day (or for
swimming etc.) especially welcome - contact Sue. And anyone willing
to join the management committee tell Sue too.
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Congratulations
to Jacqueline Smithson on the election to the Parish Council. In her
election manifesto Jacqueline wrote:
Our Parish Council has an important job to do. Its members work hard
to represent the views of everyone who lives in the village on issues such
as local planning applications and the Parish budget; liaison with the District
Council and local police; and caring for the environment in which we live.
Of particular importance right now is protecting the future of the Parish's
green areas, and making sure that property developers honour their
contracts with the village and fulfil the terms of their agreements.'
Local democracy in action?
Four members of the public turned up for the Council's annual Public Parish
meeting i.e. two candidates in the election for the Council and their spouses.
We wonder whether better publicity is called for, or whether we all need
to wake up and become more involved in decisions which affect our daily lives
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What Sandford People do (no.37):
Jacqueline Smithson
I was two years old when my family came to live in Abingdon. My
Yorkshire-born father took up the post of cricket professional and head
groundsman at Abingdon School, following in the footsteps of his father
who was already head groundsman at Radley College. I went to school in
Abingdon, before having a variety of jobs in and around Oxford. My first
contact with Sandford came when I went to work in Nuneham Park in
1980. Rothmans International had restored this beautiful house and
converted it into a conference centre, and I was part of the management
team there for eight years.
Since 1988 I have worked as an international corporate affairs
specialist, representing my company's views to governments, politicians, civil
servants and the media around the world. am also a ministerial nominee
on the Sports Council. I came to live in Broadhurst Gardens in 1989 and
now live with my partner, Simon Burrows, at Sandford Mill, where am
involved with the residents' management committee.
My dream is to research and write local history and travel books,
but until my numbers come up on the lottery I make do with playing the
piano, walking, gardening and visiting the Fox.
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COULD YOU HELP WITH THE FETE?
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By providing some
muscle on the
morning of the Fete
(to help with putting
up tent, castle etc.)
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By donating books,
bric a brac, clothes etc
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By giving a
prize for
the Raffle
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By helping on a
stall on the day
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By baking a cake
or biscuits
for the cake stall
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ALL OFFERS GRATEFULLY
RECEIVED ON 748848
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VOLUNTEER CREW WANTED
THE NEW FOUR PILLARS HOTEL HAVE
A GENUINE VICTORIAN COAL FIRED STEAM BOAT,
BUILT IN 1892, WHICH WILL CRUISE THE RIVER
AND TRAVEL DAILY TO OXFORD.
They are inviting any steam enthusiasts, teenage or above, to
spend a minimum of two hours helping to polish, clean
and drive the boat - if you like to get up steam, contact
Richard Pomeroy, Oxford Thames Hotel, 03702-77379.
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Correspondence
Dear Editor,
In the last issue of the Link you invited opinions about the future
of the Village Hall.
The Hall is now in urgent need of repair and renovation. It was
built to a very plain specification some fifteen years ago, thanks to the
generosity of a well-known resident of the village, and it bears the scars
of all those years of continuous service. Its equipment and fittings need
replacing, and if the kitchen facilities are not improved to comply with
current hygiene regulations there is a real risk of that department being
closed down.
The Hall is available to all Sandford residents at minimal
charges, and it is used and appreciated by regular and occasional hirers
alike. The hiring charges received are not sufficient to cover running
expenses, but thanks to some voluntary donations it just pays its way. If
the hiring charges were increased people would go elsewhere, for there
are other halls in the district ready to compete for custom.
The appointments of the Hall are plain and functional, and it
would be nice if it could be made more inviting and decorative as well as
better equipped. All funds for improvement, however, are held by the
Parish Council and not by the small body of volunteers who several
years ago, at the Council's request, accepted the task of keeping the Hall
open for the use of Sandford residents.
For the past two years the Council has effectively prevented any
progress towards more modest repairs by pursuing an ambitious and
costly scheme which would substantially enlarge the premises and add
immensely to the expenses of maintenance.
That scheme, it now appears, has been found to be beyond the
Council's means, but nevertheless the Council has funds at its disposal
which would suffice for a less grandiose programme of improvements.
Some opinions would have it that this is all that is required and all that
can be afforded, and that the Council should get on with it without
further delay.
Yours sincerely,
J.Gladwell
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Dear Editor,
We wonder if something could be done to improve the
appearance of the burial ground behind the recreation ground? It would
be good to have the hedge planted that was part of the planning
permission, and perhaps there should be a fence between the footpath
and the ground where people are buried? At the moment it is possible
for dogs to run around in it.
Yours sincerely,
M. Dixon, E. Shatford, S. Cotten
The New Hotel
As most of us have seen, the Four Pillars Hotel at Templars Court is
almost ready and will open on 30th June. The hotel is the Group's first
four star property, in thirty acres with river frontage. There are sixty
finely-furnished bedrooms, some incorporating patios and balconies, and
others in the manor house retain existing features such as stone mullion
windows and Victorian fireplaces. One of the medieval barns has been
converted to house a split level gallery bar, lounge and reception area
leading on to a quadrangle courtyard.
The wining, dining and large Conference facilities are open to
non-residents, with an indoor swimming pool the centrepiece for a full
range of facilities which include Jacuzzi, sauna, steamroom, gym,
snooker room and outdoor tennis court. Various leisure memberships
are available and locals joining before 30th June avoid the joining fee.
Details from 334444 or write to Oxford Thames Four Pillars Hotel,
Henley Road, Sandford on Thames, OX4 4GX.
Refuse skips
There will be a refuse skip available
for the use of villagers on 25th June
at the Village Hall car park, 18th
July at Kiln Park, 13th August at
the Village Hall, 19th September
at Kiln Park and 15th October at
the Village Hall.
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The Village Fete 1996
In the distance the church its doors open
inside the annual flower display.
A hot summer's day,
stalls, games, people competing,
children's laughter, tug of war,
stranger mixing with stranger.
Drinking tea,
fancy dress to see.
A raffle prize to win,
the knobbly knees contest to be in.
Great, a great people's day,
at our village fete.
Out loud I wanted to shout
Jerusalem,
in this our land.
In the distance the church its doors open.
Roger Phipps
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SANDFORD FESTIVAL WEEKEND
19th and 20th July
Flower Festival
on the theme of 'All Saints'
and art exhibition
in St Andrew's Church: open Saturday 10.0 - 6.0 and
Sunday 11.0 - 6.0 with Choral Evensong 6.30 on Sunday.
PARISH FETE
SATURDAY AT 2.0
LOADS OF GAMES
CHILDREN'S SPORTS
BOUNCY CASTLE
TEA TENT/ICES
TUG OF WAR
GRAND RAFFLE
COCONUTS
FACE PAINTING
LOTS OF STALLS
BRIC A BRAC/BOOKS/PLANTS
BEST KNOBBLY KNEES
PONY RIDES
TESTS OF SKILL AND STRENGTH
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Legalised vandalism
Henley Road has looked a little less cheerful this spring, since the large
and extremely beautiful magnolia tree which stood in the front garden of
7A Henley Road was cut down when the house was demolished.
Unfortunately, the tree had not been protected by a preservation order.
However at the Sandford Parish Council AGM on June 2nd our District
Councillor, Mr John Stimson, offered to pursue the matter with the
relevant planning committee, provided he receives letters from residents of
Sandford on Thames expressing their concern about the loss of the local tree and
the effect on our local environment. So it's over to anyone who lives in
the village to write to: Councillor Mr J. Stimson, c/o South
Oxfordshire District Council, Crowmarsh Gifford, Wallingford, Oxon.
A village responsibility
In a world where under half the population are practising Christians and
contributors to religious institutions, some agreement between churches
and state about who pays for what is needed. Roughly
1. churchgoers
pay for clergy (training, salaries; surviving inherited assets are now
nearly all going into pensions). When clergy and other church workers
serve the,wider community that is to the benefit of all. In some
countries, not England, the state helps.
2. Buildings are also an expense.
Those who use them most pay most, but many others also see the value
of maintaining them. In Sandford non-churchgoers are invited to pay
£10 per year to be Friends of the Fabric. Many contribute to the annual
raffle and fete, put coins into the bottle at the Fox, and join in the Quiz
Night etc.
3. Death. Crematoriums are private profit-making
operations and charge accordingly. Cemeteries are Council funded and
administered. Churchyards are the responsibility of clergy and church
wardens, relying on voluntary labour and/or (not in Sandford) Parish
Council co-operation.
In Sandford and elsewhere the church also
maintains a Garden of Remembrance where any villager can place ashes
and/or memorial stone. Ideally the costs of maintaining this should
come from the Friends of the Fabric fund. The Council maintains its
own independent burial ground and guards its rights to make its own
rules. In most places Parish Councils also co-operate with the clergy
who try to support the bereaved as well as the dying.
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Oxford United Football Club: Parking and Access Study
Peter Wiltshire, of Cullen Wiltshire and Partners, writes:
Over the course of the last six months you will have noticed that
work on the new stadium has gradually come to a stop. The Secretary of
OUFC has stated that the Club is engaged in negotiations and that it is
hoped that a start will be made again in the near future. The Club is looking
to the first match taking place at the new ground during the next season.
Planning permission was given in August last year on condition that
the Club entered into a legal agreement which included measures to deal
with the access and parking issues. The two Councils involved (Oxford City
and Oxon County) now want to firm up on the precise detail of these
measures in advance of the opening. Oxon CC has therefore appointed
specialist traffic engineers to produce schemes for public consultation.
The key measures needed have been identified as:
- the provision of car parks and access roads
- special route signing scheme
- traffic control at key junctions
- parking or access controls possibly including a resident
parking permit scheme for streets within walking distance
- public transport facilities including special buses and/or
extensions to the existing bus services at match times.
The planning permission is for a stadium for 'football or other recreational
team sport' with a limited capacity of 15,000 and a 1950 free car park. The
stadium buildings can only be used for 'changing rooms, offices and other
ancillary facilities; restaurant and supporters' club; and health and fitness
club' unless specific planning approval is given for other uses.
The engineers will be assessing the need for introducing controls on
parking in nearby streets, at whether a resident permit scheme should be
introduced and particularly at the extent of parking controls - so that fans
will not find it easier to park in residential streets than to use the car parks.
They will also be looking at ways in which traffic can be diverted away from
residential streets. Full public consultation will take place, and a
leaflet with questionnaire will be circulated to all households in the
area in the summer. In the meantime, for more information ring Peter
Wiltshire on 01494-866944.
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A bad decision by the Council? - the vicar protests
Eight years ago the vicar opened negotiations with Magdalen College for
them to sell the plot of land adjacent to the churchyard for an extension, as
this was nearly full. He sounded out the Council Chairman on the
possibility of the village, rather than the church congregation, paying for it
(£1,000) as churchyards, like cemeteries, are open to everyone. This was
eventually agreed, though the village Council declined to pay for the fence
protecting the Garden of Remembrance.
The Council then decided against the new burial ground being an
extension of the churchyard, preferring to administer it themselves. They
duly 'humbly petitioned' the Bishop of Oxford for part of it to be
consecrated (between footpath and churchyard) so that people had the
choice which part to be buried in. At every point in these discussions the
vicar asked that those who had the right to burial in the churchyard be
included in the rights to burial in the new plot, i.e. a handful of older
villagers, former residents who continued to worship in Sandford church
even though Sandford's lack of old people's flats etc. had led to them to
move to Littlemore. Verbal assurances were repeatedly given. The Council
has now refused this, with only one member voting against and another
being absent - three votes and his own were cast in favour of the
Chairman's proposal.
The reason given is lack of space, though at present rate of burials
the new land, with over 200 spaces, each open to containing two burials,
would last 50-100 years (and could then be extended or rearranged).
Informally the reason was given that recent residents of Sandford should
not be treated differently just because they remain members of the church
and help maintain that building and churchyard. As one person on Church
Road famously or notoriously said, as far as he was concerned it could
become a heap of rubble. Most of the village has a more sensitive view of
our history (including the Council, we believe). It is not special treatment
that was asked for - just sensible rules. Someone who lived here many years
and remained an active villager through a pub, bingo and darts, rather than
a church, would also see Sandford as their real home village - we recently
had a good example. The Council hurriedly changed its mind and made an
exception for George - but now says never again - or not until we change
our rules!
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The vicar's proposal is that the Council authorizes its Chairman (or
his representative - e.g. whoever is arranging the service with a Funeral
Director) to extend its right of burial to the small number of people - call
them 'honorary villagers' - who have lived here over half their adult life and
then maintained a very close connection with the village - e.g. by weekly
visits to family, pub or church. But meanwhile could anyone who is
unhappy with the Council's decision please write to Mr Leary at 16 River
View and request that the Council think again? The charitable view is that
some of those voting were not fully aware of which older villagers now in
Oxfordshire council or sheltered accommodation in Littlemore they were
banning from the patch they are responsible for.
The Link invited the Chairman to write and explain his thinking. He
agreed - but now says villagers can read the Council's minutes. It also
invites other views.
The Pitt Rivers Museum
Bob Oliver has written to the Link about the Pitt-Rivers museum
(opposite Keble College) with which he is associated. Founded in 1884,
it is a museum of ethnography, or anthropology, displaying hand-made
objects from all periods of time and all parts of the world, and is
fascinating for those studying Victorian history and attitudes, and the
effects of Western exploration and trade on different parts of the world.
Anyone interested in psychology, sociology, medicine, arts and
crafts, comparative religion, music - in
fact almost any profession or hobby - will
find something relevant to their interests.
Further details from 270927.
Headington Advocacy Scheme
are looking for Citizen Advocates
to make one-to-one relationships
with - and be a voice for - people in
Oxford city who have difficulty in
speaking up for themselves. No
special qualifications needed. Ring
Anthony Richards on 742745
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Sandford on Thames Parish Council:
Minutes of recent meetings
Minutes of the meeting of the Parish Council held on Monday 3rd March
at 7 pm, at which five members were present. The minutes of the previous
meeting were approved.
Matters arising None
Correspondence None
Matters for consideration
General:
Parking on Grass Verge It was agreed to send a letter to
all residents involved.
Recreation equipment It was agreed that 50% of all
unallocated surplus funds to go towards equipment from the 1996/7
precept. Mrs Ashburner was asked to make enquiries about play equipment
and the costs etc.
National Spring clean '97 - 18/20 April Noted.
C. H. BROWN & SON
(SADDLERS)
Saddlery Repairs. Fitting Service.
Full range of Riding Accessories
Country Clothing. Barbour etc., Musto, Caldene, Javlin,
Aigle, Driza Bone, Stylo, Christy Beaufort
Veterinary Products. Pet Requisites.
Member - Society of Master Saddlers
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Planning:
Village Hall extension Meeting adjourned at 7.35 p.m. to discuss details
of tenders received. Project to be deferred for 2 months. Meeting re-
commenced at 8.0 p.m.
Mrs Hutton gave her apologies and left meeting at 8.0 p.m.
Sandford Lock - landscape enhancement Noted
Applications
P96/W0520 Oxford Sewage Treatment Works New Blower House.
Amendment 1. No objection.
P97/W0064 7a Henley Road. Construction of a terrace of four
two-bedroom cottages with parking/garaging to replace existing dwelling.
Objection: 1. Unneighbourly and intrusive 2. Not in keeping with
surrounding properties 3. Concerns about creation of new access and
increase of vehicles entering and leaving the plot 4. Overdevelopment of
plot, i.e. number of units.
P96/W0753 Heyford Hill Lane - land to south of Heyford Hill Lane and
west of Sandford Road. Erection of 3,4 and 5 bed dwelling houses
with associated drives and garages incorporating the demolition of 1-10
Heyford Hill Lane. Amendment 1 dated 25.2.97. Objection 1. As
previous objections to proposal 2. Access to plots 38-40 too close to
junction with Henley Road 3. Open space to north of Heyford Hill Lane
not suitable for children's play area due to proximity of main road 4.
Overdevelopment of plot, i.e. number of units.
P96/W0754 Heyford Hill Lane - land to south of Heyford Hill
Lane and west of Sandford Road. Erection of thirteen 3,4 and 5 bed
dwelling houses with associated drives and garages incorporating the
demolition of 1-10 Heyford Hill Lane (duplicate application). Amendment
1 dated 25.2.97. Objection (as above).
P96/W0755 Heyford Hill Lane - land to north of Heyford Hill
Lane. Erection of 37 1,2, and 3 bed dwelling houses with associated roads
and garages incorporating the demolition of 23-42 incl. Heyford Hill Lane.
Amendment 1 dated 25.2.97. Objection (as above).
Permissions
P96/W0693 Hillside, Heyford Hill Lane. Rebuild existing
bungalow. Granted 24.1.97.
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P96/W0672 Oxford Sewage Treatment Works. Proposed
meeting room. Granted 27.1.97.
District Councillor's Report Mr Stimson gave his report.
Concerns were raised by the Parish Council regarding the misuse of amenity
land in Broadhurst Gardens. Mr Stimson said investigations were being
made and a Tree Preservation Order placed on the remaining trees.
Income and Expenditure
| Income | £ | | Expenditure | £ |
| Mrs Tuckwell | | | Oxfordshire County Council | |
| (mooring fees | | | (Oxfordshire on Disk) | 5.99 |
| 1.1.97-3.3.97) | 90.00 | | OALC | 8.00 |
| Mr Callaghan | | | ORCC | 7.50 |
| (mooring fees | | | Winged Fellowship donation | 50.00 |
| 1.1.97-31.3.97) | 90.00 | | Glasdon DeSigns Ltd | 994.05 |
| | | | Audit Commission | 184.24 |
| | | | PC telephone account 6.2.97 | 42.20 |
| | | | Contribution towards gift | |
| | | | for Trish Redpath (OALC) | 10.00 |
For information
Housing Act 1996 Noted
Refurbishment of Orchard House Noted
Oxford United Football Club/Parish Council Liaison Group Meeting 5.
Link Nothing to report
Items for agenda of next meeting: Oxford United Football Stadium to be
included in agenda of all future meetings.
Date of next meeting confirmed for Monday 7th April at 7 pm in the Village Hall
Minutes of the Parish Council meeting held on Monday 7th April at 7 pm in
the Village Hall, at which five members were present. The minutes of the
previous meeting were approved and signed.
Matters arising: None.
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Correspondence: None.
Matters for consideration
General:
Parish Council vacancy - two applications received by
Parish Council. Agreed that the Clerk write to candidates requesting a CV.
Agreed also that the candidates be invited to attend next Parish Council
meeting.
Mooring - Vacancy for mooring to be advertised in the Link
and on Noticeboards. Review of rent and lease to be discussed at nextmeeting.
Recreation Field Rend Review - Approved.
Kings Arms Sign - Clerk requested to write to Breweryregarding arrears of rent.
Large scale voluntary transfer - amenity land - meeting
closed to the public at 8.15 pm to discuss this matter. Recommenced at8.35 pm.
Village Appraisal
Request from Village Hall Committee for balance ofGrant £2,000. Approved.
Resignation of Village Hall Committee Treasurer. Noted.
Oxford United Football Club/Parish Council Liaison
Group. Mrs Shepherd reported that work had been suspended.
Planning
Applications
P97/W0111/LD 5 Yeftly Drive. Extension to dwelling. No objection.
P97/WOl112 85 Church Road. Alteration and extension to existing
house. No objection.
P97/WO159 37 Pheasant Walk. Change of use of strip of Public
Open Space to private residential use and alterations and extension to
dwelling. Objection: the land in question forms part of the open space
which is to be transferred to the Parish Council in accordance with the
Planning Consent for the Laing development. The Parish Council objects to
any part of this land being sold as amenity land or additional
garden/development land by the developer. Negotiations are pending
regarding the transfer of this land to the Parish Council.
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P97/W0150/CC Orchard House. Alterations and extensions.
No objection.
S07/97 Orchard House. Alterations and extensions. No objection.
P96.W0753 Heyford Hill Lane - land to south of Heyford Hill
Lane and west of Sandford Road. Erection of 3, 4 and 5 bed dwelling
houses with associated drives and garages incorporating the demolition of 1-
10 Heyford Hill Lane. Objection.
Refusals
P96/WO9697 Church Road. Appeal to the Department of the Environment. Refusal 26.2.97.
P97/W0064 7a Henley Road. Construction of a terrace of
four two-bedroomed cottages with parking/garaging to replace existing
dwelling. Refusal 10.3.97.
District Councillor's Report
Mr Stimson reported that he had spoken to Bill Bradshaw (Transport
Committee) regarding a crossing at the roundabout where the footpath
crosses highway. Mr Stimson reported that there was no news on the
proposed slip road.
Income and Expenditure
| Income | £ | | Expenditure | £ |
| Precept (first | | | CIPFA (purchase of book) | 9.99 |
| instalment 1.4.97) | 9,211.00 | | Oxon Playing Fields | |
| | | | Association (annual | |
| | | | donation) | 25.00 |
For information:
Meetings of Community/Police Consultative Groups during 1997.
Noted.
Link. Nothing to report.
Items for agenda of next meeting: Village appraisal; Playground
equipment; Amenity Land; Bus Shelters; New Junction/Slip Road; Road
Maintenance.
Next meeting confirmed for Monday 12th May at 7 pm in the Village Hall.
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Minutes of the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council held on Monday
12th May at 7 pm in the Village Hall, at which five members were present.
Mr Michael Leary was re-elected as Chairman, and Mrs Janet Shepherd
as Vice-Chairman. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved.
Matters arising:
Parish Council Vacancy - the Returning Officer confirmed that there
would be a bye-election to fill the vacancy on the Council and, therefore,
the Minute in respect of the vacancy was not followed up.
Correspondence None
Matters for consideration:
General:
Meetings (Date of) - Annual Parish Meeting 2nd June. No
meeting in July.
Insurance Renewal. 1. Increase Fidelity Guarantee to
£50,000. 2. Insurance Cover for play equipment at Broadhurst Gardens,
Fox Furlong and Henley Road sites, i.e. replacement value. Clerk to obtain
quotation.
Clerk's salary review. No details issued as yet. Deferred.
Office space. Deferred.
Burial ground. Request from Revd R. Morgan to amend
the rule regarding Persons Entitled to be Interred in Burial Ground to read
'Residents of the Civil Parish and those included on the Ecclesiastical
Electoral Roil of the Parish of Sandford of Thames only will be permitted to
be interred in the burial ground'. Request refused. Rule to remain
'Residents of the Civil Parish of Sandford on Thames only will be permitted
to be interred in the burial ground'.
l. Purchase of grave space. The Chairman reported that a
resident of Sandford had approached him in respect of purchasing a grave
space.
2. Provision of composting basket for withered flowers and
water supply. The Clerk was instructed to purchase a basket for withered
flowers, etc.
3. Mrs Hutton would approach the Village Hall Committee for
permission to install a rain water butt on the gable end of the village hall to
provide water for the burial ground.
Moorings. Review of rent and lease - the Clerk was instructed
to amend the Lease. Rent to be reviewed in 1998.
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Playground equipment. Mrs Ashburner to obtain quotations for
additional equipment for the recreation ground in Church Road and to
report back at next meeting.
Funding Training Day. Noted.
Laings site - Heyford Hill Lane. Noted. Chairman to contact Mr
Paul Jacques (SODC).
Amenity Land. No further action required.
Bus shelters. The Clerk reported that she would be meeting with
the Oxford Probation officer on Tuesday 13th May and would report back.
New Junction/Slip Road. The Clerk reported that there were no
plans as yet but had been approached by the Consultant acting for the
County Council at an informal meeting.
Road Maintenance. The Clerk would check with Highways and report back.
Oxford United Football Club/Parish Council Liaison Group. Nothing to report.
Village Appraisal (Paper 1). Deferred until June meeting.
Dogs (Fouling of Land) Act 1996 (Paper 2). Deferred until June meeting.
Millennium Festival (Paper 3). Deferred until June meeting.
Planning
Proposed Public Amenities at Sand ford Lock Clerk read out a letter
from a resident of the Mill Site. Clerk to seek the views of Kennington Parish Council.
Applications:
P97.W0278 101 Henley Road. Erection of rear ground floor extension. No objection.
P97/W0314 7a Henley Road. Construction of two 3-bedroomed dwellings with garages and parking. Objection.
Permissions:
P97/WO112 85 Church Road. Alterations and extensions to existing house. Granted 22.4.97.
P97/WO111/LD 5 Yeftly Drive Extension to dwelling. Permitted development. Certificate of Lawful
Use or Development issued 22.4.97.
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District Councillor's Report
The Clerk said that Mr Stimson apologised for not being able to attend the
meeting but had asked that the following be reported to the Council:
Oxford Group Homes
A letter had been sent to Mr Cooper by SODC requesting that he bring
the site up to standard.
Heyford Hill Lane
Planning permission would be granted but only after Westbury Homes had
entered into an agreement to provide low cost housing for the people living
in the houses to be demolished.
A TPO had been placed on the two trees on the open space in the cul-de-
sac in Broadhurst Gardens.
Income and Expenditure
| Income | £ | | Expenditure | £ |
| Mooring | 90.00 | | Village Hall Committee | 2,000.00 |
| (Ms Green | | | SODC bus tokens | 335.81 |
| 1.1.97-31.3.97) | | | The Link | 320.00 |
| | | | Clerk's salary, etc. | 620.00 |
| | | | (quarter ending 30.4.97) |
Link: Mooring vacancy.
Items for agenda of next meeting: Insurance; Playground equipment;
Mowers.
Next meeting confirmed for Monday 2nd June at 7 pm in the Village
Hall.
Annual Parish Meeting will also take place on the 2nd June.
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