POO

And another thing before you start. Having been born and raised in the countryside do not start to lecture me on the subject of it being good for the garden!!

I am, of course, referring to the horse riders who trot clip clop clip clop up Rochester Way and let their horses drop enough poo on the road so that motorists have to treat it as a roundabout and escape with no warning at all. You would be right in thinking we lived in a Hamish community some days!!

It is all very well, and I agree with the stance being taken, that dog owners who allow their animals to foul the pavements in my street and leave it for the children who are on their way to school to tread in, should be fined or hanged from the nearest Oak tree, but what about the inconsiderate horse owners who drop poo all over the road in a quantity that would take 50 dogs to produce, and leave it so that my car has to drive through it to get on to my drive and create nuisance, hazard, and inconvenience to me and others, and get off scot free.

The little children who walk this way to school have to walk past this steaming heap and when its wet and cars have driven through it they get splashed with the residue from the spray put up by cars as they drive down the street.

And what do the council do about it? Correct, Naff all! So before we get all passionate about dog owners let's decide if horses should be allowed in residential streets, and what responsibility their owners have for the mess they create.

John Webb - Posted: 01/02/2009

Dreams can come true

Our 12 yr old daughter Ella Popplewells dreams came true when she got through to the second auditions for Britains Got Talent 2009. She performed her freestyle basket ball routine infront of the judges Simon Cowell, Piers Morgan and Amanda Holden at the Alexander Theatre Birmingham last Saturday.She also met Ant and Deck and will appear on TV sometime in March .We would like to say well done Ella for being so brave performing in front of all those people and grumpy old Simon Cowell. We are very proud of you.Love Mum , Dad and Lewis

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 27/01/2009

day of dance

does anyone know when this years day of dance will be as i need to give 6 weeks notice to work to have that day off

owen smith - Posted: 24/01/2009

Vandalism

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On the evening of Tuesday 20th January the mindless vandals of Adderbury struck again! My car, which was parked in the High Street, had a tin of paint poured over it. It happened between 6.00pm and 7.20pm, but CCTV footage suggests it was likely to have been just before 6.10pm!

Myself, and the police, would like to hear from anyone who was in the area and can describe others who were also about at that time, so a better picture of the events leading up to and following this idiotic action can be gained. In particular did you see, or are you the three youths who were seen by the car, that was parked between the Bell and Taste Buds at 6.10pm? They were a girl and two boys:

The Girl had shoulder length hair, parted to the right of centre and she was wearing light coloured trainers, jeans, white or light coloured gloves and a scarf with a fringe at the ends.

The First Boy was wearing dark trainers with light coloured laces and a zip fronted top with a hood. He was also wearing gloves.

The Second Boy was wearing dark shoes with Velcro fasteners and also a zip fronted top, possibly with a motif on the left breast area.

Are you a parent who has found dark brown paint/stain on your child’s clothing?

The lid of the tin was found in Croft Lane by the exit from the alleyway, suggesting the criminal/s came from the Twyford direction.

Have you lost a tin of Ronseal Walnut Satin Wood Stain?

Any information, however trivial you may think it is, may help to give a better idea of how this happened and may also eliminate those not responsible!

Finally, I would like to thank the pathetic person who did this for leaving the tin at the scene of the crime. Not only has this provided the police with DNA evidence but also contained instructions on how to deal with spillage, which meant I was able to clean off the liquid without any permanent damage, which must really disappoint this ‘person’, who I believe targeted my vehicle and whom I have a vague idea of their identity! If you can help me obtain firm evidence in order that the police can take appropriate action and prevent repetition I will be extremely grateful!

If you would like to give information directly to the police, telephone 0845 8 505 505 extension 1 and quote reference number JA 3262034/09.

If you have lost a tin of said wood stain, I have the remainder of it safely locked away. The attached photo may remind anyone of what it looks like!!!

John Bellinger - Posted: 21/01/2009

youth club will continue

We would like reassure all of the Adderbury youths that the youth club will continue on Sundays and Every other Wednesday. We are very committed and hope we also see more new faces each session as we have got lots of exciting ideas to help make it more fun. Thank you to all the youths who turn up each session and to Diane Bratt and the Adderbury Parish council for supporting us and good luck Jo in her new job.

Issi Popplewell and Jane Chan - Posted: 11/01/2009

Youth Club Changeover

I have recently started a new job as a residential care worker in a boarding school which means i am mostly working late evenings. Therefore regrettably i am going to have to hand over responsibility of the youth group to somebody else, as the youth group times clash with my shift pattern. Issi Popplewell who has helped me with the youth club since the launch will continue with that as soon as her CRB check has come through.

I would like to still be involved with the youth club but wont be able to run the sessions apart from in the school holidays!

So this post is really a big thank you to those who have supported me during the youth club venture and a plea to anybody who would like any involvement in the youth club whatsoever whether this would be interacting in the sessions or a more behind the scenes role any help would be really appreciated, CRB checks are preferable for people wanting to work with the young people but we can sort out applying for one if you do not already have one and would like to involved.

So please please contact me on joanna.l.dixon@googlemail.com or 07984124183 as i really don't want to see all the hard work, commitment, equipment and positivity dwindle away because i am not able to run the sessions anymore.

Thanks Everyone

Jo

:-)

Joanna Dixon - Posted: 10/01/2009

Youth Club: a thank you to Jo Dixon from the Parish Council

The Parish Council wish to thank Jo Dixon for all her enthusiasm and hard work in getting the Youth Club started and running it for the past few months.

It is refreshing to see someone putting good ideas into practise. Although it has been difficult to squeeze the YC into a very busy bookings schedule at the LPAC, it is most definitely down to Jo that the Youth club has now got off the ground.

I would also like to thank Issy Popplewell for all the support she has given Jo at the YC so far and especially for offering to take over (once all the required checks are in place).

However the Youth Club needs more than one or two people to run it if it is to be successful. Jo says she has had lots of offers of support, so perhaps some of those people would like to contact Jo, Issy, me, or any Parish Councillor. We also need a small team of people to help run the YC by forming a committee, especially a treasurer. So if you have a little amount of spare time, perhaps you could volunteer.

Diane Bratt, Chairman APC - Posted: 10/01/2009

Youth Club Committee

I now need to set up a committee for the youth club, but as i have no experience of this, i am calling on my fellow villagers for a bit of help.

So if you are interested in getting involved with the youth club as part of the committee please do contact me on joanna.l.dixon@googlemail.com

We are also looking for volunteers to help at the youth club so please contact me on the above email address if you are interested in getting involved in a more hands on approach.

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Jo

Joanna Dixon - Posted: 05/01/2009

Youth Group

I would just like to say how great the youth group seems to be taking off. I attended a youth group session last week along with Jo to help with the tuck shop. The youths are a lovely bunch that are extremely grateful and respectful of the space they use and have a great time using the equipment with their friends in a warm and dry enviroment!

With regards to the mess that these youths are supposedly making, when Jo and I went to set up the youth group the floor was covered in bits of paper which we had to clear, the youths helped us with this and offered even offered to hoover however when they tried to use it it wouldn’t work.

I appreciate all the support the youth group as had in order to be set up. This youth group is a really good opportunity for the teenagers of Adder bury , I only wish the club wouldn’t get so much bad press, its such a positive for the community.

Jess Dixon - Posted: 04/01/2009

Youth Group is Positive

I would just like to bring up the subject of people saying that the mess in the youth centre is down to the youth group, i can assure you that this is not the case. I attended the youth group last night (sunday 28th Dec.) and before we had set anything up there was litter all over the floor that myself and my sister have to tried to clean up, only to find the hoover (that was left out) was not working.

The youth group is a postive session that gives youths a warm and safe place to go and spend time with their friends, they are a great bunch of people and very grateful for the space. I only wish there was something like this when i was younger.

I would like to point out that it is not the youths that are making this mess, if anything one of them offered to help us hoover the youth centre! Please could we stop giving them bad press!?

Jess Dixon - Posted: 29/12/2008

Local resident in fear

It has come to my attention that a local elderly resident of Adderbury is being targeted by, at the moment, an unknown person or persons. In the last few weeks his front garden has been attacked, plants ripped up and pots taken and dumped in a near by bin. Yesterday his car was damaged with his wing mirror being ripped off. This is causing the elderly resident much distress, and he is now fearful of what will happen next. Why can't this mindless idiot just leave other people and their property alone. I am sure that the perpetrator will be caught in the not too distant future, as a number of people are now on the "Look out"!

Trisha Bellinger - Posted: 08/12/2008

Dog Fouling

For the second time in a month I find myself having to clear up after some inconsiderate dog owner allowed their pet to "Do their duty" in the middle of the footpath outside my shop this morning.

Not only did I have to pick up the offending article, but also had to wash down the footpath and clean the shop floor after an unsuspecting customer stepped in it!!

Perhaps said Dog owner is not aware that I hold a stock of Cherwell District Council Dog bags which are purpose made for the "Job" and are completely FREE of charge - you only have to come in and ask for some!! (I won't even force you to buy anything!)

I consider it both lazy in the extreme and totally inconsiderate of other Villagers not to clear up after your dog. It is also against the law.

Rest assured that if I see your dog foul the footpath and you do not clear it up I WILL report you!!

Rob Babij - Posted: 01/12/2008

Youth Club

Great news about youth club going ahead and maybe getting more sessions .Thats just what the Adderbury youths need . Big thanks to Jo Dixon you have been fantastic in making this happen.I

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 30/11/2008

Youth Club

Having attended last night's Parish Council meeting, I was delighted to hear that there had been no complaints re the new Youth Club and that the Parish Council are fully committed to it's continued success and will look at all ways of increasing the numbers of sessions available.Big thanks to Jo Dixon for getting the wheels in motion.YQ

Jackie Head - Posted: 26/11/2008

Youth Club

Thanks Jackie, and everyone who has helped and supported me re the youth club.

As the youth club now has funding I need to be thinking of setting a committee up for the youth club as this is something i have no or little experience in i would appreciate anyone who would like to come forward and help me with his matter, or who would like to volunteer themselves for the committee to contact me on joanna.l.dixon@googlemail.com, 01295 811892 or 07984124183.

Thanks.

Jo Dixon - Posted: 26/11/2008

Hot Topics message board

I believe that the Hot Topics message board is for us to put forward are opinions on different topics or issues.If someone disagrees with something on the message board then they surely should put their own view about the Topic on the message board.Not seek out that persons private phone number and disagree with them on the phone. Everyone has a right to an opinion .

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 15/11/2008

Power Supply

Am I the only one fed up with the power going off every time it is a little wet and windy?

I know it was unpleasant over the weekend but it could not be described as extreme.

I have today sent a complaint to E.on and asked them what they are planning to do about this poor service. I have also sent a copy to the Parish Council in the hope that they may raise the issue on behalf of the community.

If you are as fed up as I am about this please complain. That way we might get something done.

Keith Norton - Posted: 10/11/2008

Teenagers sitting on bench , whats the problem ?

Some Adderbury and Twyford residents have made complaints recently about local teenagers sitting on the bench near the primary school and traffic lights.

They are away from houses there,in full view,surely thats better than hanging around outside peoples houses.They are not harming any one,they are nice kids that just want to be left alone and not be got at all the time.I understand they may look intimidating because they are in a large group and they may make a bit of noise, thats what teenagers do but what harm can they do sat on a bench in full view of the road. In their defence I have been at the youth club meetings that have been recently held and all of these teens have been very well mannered and respectful to the adults.They need to given a chance and not to be judged.They're just young !

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 22/10/2008

A home for the youth group

After the first meeting of the youth group on Thursday, it became apparent that the youths of Adderbury would really like somewhere regular to hold their meetings. We currently have access to the Lucy Plackett Activity Centre on a fortnightly basis, however the general feeling is that we would like somewhere to meet more regularly than this, which brings me to the reason for this post.....Does anyone have or know of a space that is out of use that would be appropriate for the youth of Adderbury to meet in a couple of times a week?

If so please let me know, you can contact me on 07984124183, 01295 811892 or joanna.l.dixon@googlemail.com

Thanks

Jo Dixon

Jo Dixon - Posted: 12/10/2008

FIRST YOUTH CLUB MEETING

The first youth club meeting will take place this thursday, the 9th of October at 1945-2130 at the Lucy Plackett activity centre.

This meeting will just be a general chat about what the youth would like the youth club to be. I would appreciate it if anyone who wants to get involved would come to this meeting including adult helpers, if you are unable to make this meeting but would like to be involved please contact me on 07984124183 or 01295 811892 or email me on joanna.l.dixon@googlemail.com

Thankyou

Jo Dixon - Posted: 05/10/2008

1st ever

Enclosed details of our 1ST Ever Toddlers Apple day we are go to run at Toddlers, at the Lucy Plackett Activity Centre, Lucy Placket Field, Adderbury on Monday Oct 13th.

Babies, can eat apple from 6 months often as a first food as a puree,toddlers and kids raw from 14 months or when they have developed there teeth (my 16 month old daughter eats at least one a day) !!!.

They are full of vitamin C and also contain quercetin which is an anti-inflamatory, reduces histamines and is good for allergies and hyper tension. Now onder the saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away"...was invented.

If you want any further details give us call. And any publicity would greatly be appreciated.

All the best

Andy Howard

( Toddler member, Dad and part time career of Gemma age 16 months, Helena 5, and Heritage Fruit Tree Co-owner)

01295 810516

teenage facilities

Yes the Parish Council has spoken to Jo Dixon about supporting a youth club in the village. As APC have always said we will (and do) support any initiatives for all sorts of activities in the village. However, Jo will not be able to run a youth club on her own --- so where are all the other volunteers/parents willing to help for a little time a month?

Diane Bratt, Chairman of Adderbury Parish Council - Posted: 28/09/2008

Chicken Seesaw Update

Thanks to the sharp eyes of a local resident,the missing half of the chicken seesaw has been found in the hedge on Berry Hill Road near its junction with Oxford Road.

Joyce Cox - Posted: 26/09/2008

Teens still bored

It was last winter I commented on how sad it was to see the teens huddled up in bus shelters in the village on frosty cold nights or under the play equipment on the rise,just so they can socialise.Here we are approaching winter again more very cold nights ahead and nowhere to hang out where they wont be cold and bored to tears.Lets hope some sort of youth club gets started before winter.Also it may help stop some of the mindless vandalism ,who knows ?

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 22/09/2008

Vandalism Lucy Plackett Children's Play Area

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Toddlers will no longer be able to enjoy playing on this much-loved seesaw.

If anyone knows who was resonsible for this mindless vandalism and leaving the seesaw in such a dangerous state, will they please contact a member of the Parish Council without delay.

Joyce Cox - Posted: 21/09/2008

Sarah

I don't know Sarah and I hope she had a lovely 21st birthday but isn't it time to take down the "happy birthday" signs all over the village? She may be 22 by the time I remember to take a pair of scissors (with which to cut the cable ties) out with me!

Claire Dumbreck - Posted: 18/09/2008

Teenager Entertainment

Lets hope that Jo Dixon has been contacted by the Parish Council and been given the support she needs to set up the youth club that she has fantastically volenteered to run. With the darker and, dare I say, wetter evenings on the way it would be good to know that the groups of young villagers have somewhere to go at least once a week that's dry.

Edd Frost - Posted: 16/09/2008

Keeping teenagers out of the rain!

I live on the Rise, and many a time have I looked out of the window to the front of the house to see 7 or 8 teenagers squashed into the little 3 ft square 'hut' that still sits on the green at the Rise. Would it not be possible to have something a little larger? Whilst I would say I think it's a good idea that it remains open sided,a bit more cover from the rain wouldn't hurt. The teenagers like to hang about and chat, it would be nice if they could do it out of the pouring rain, of which we seem to be getting more and more. I don't recall ever seeing trouble out there, and I certainly don't want to be watching their every move, but I for one like to know where they are; if only so I can holla at my own to get them to come in and pick up their dirty washing!

Salena Newport - Posted: 15/09/2008

The Lakes & CCTV

I notice that a new CCTV camera has been installed in the tree area behind Sydenham Close. Whilst I appreciate the neccessity of monitoring activity in the Lake area, I am wondering whether this is a Local Authority, Police, or "private" installation. I also wonder whether the camera is of a fixed or PTZ variety. If the latter, does it have the neccessary blocks to avoid the residential area.

Whilst writing, I also noticed in the new Contact magazine that CDC are planning legal action against the builders of Sydenham Close regarding the non provision of "ameneties". Could anyone enlighten me on what these ameneties may be?

Rod Dunk - Posted: 08/09/2008

Play equipment

I went to the park at the Lucy Plackett Playing Fields with my three young children on 29 July 2008 in the morning.

My 18 month old daughter went on the small curly slide in the corner of the park and when she came down the slide she slid into broken glass which was on the slide at the bottom and also on the floor underneath the slide.

She cut her leg on the glass and was very distressed.

This cut short our visit to the park and disappointed my two sons as well as our daughter as we had to leave to clean the cut and ensure there was no glass in it.

I am very concerned that broken glass has been found in a childrens park, the bottle looked like it was a beer or wine bottle as the glass was green and therefore it appears that someone was drinking in the park area.

I would ask you to bring this to the attention of the village in the Contact magazine and also to the Parish Council who are responsible for the park/play area so that something can be done to prevent this happening again. A notice telling people that no glass bottles should be brought into this area may help.

Thank you

Charlyne Godfrey - Posted: 29/08/2008

Support

Thanks for all your support guys, i really hope i get the chance to do this. The tuck shop help would be greatly appreciated if this does get up and running so thanks Issi.

I've lived in this village for 18 years and i just want a chance to give something back really hence joining the party in the park committee, looking forward to the meeting on Thursday Triv :-)

Thanks again

Jo

xx

Jo Dixon - Posted: 27/08/2008

youth centre

I think its great that someone is offering to run a youth club I hope Jo gets a chance to do this as the youths would really benefit from one .I have not had experience in this field but I have been involved with a local youth band running a small tuck shop for the kids and would be happy to do the same one or two evenings a week at a youth club if there was one. lamypop@fsmail.net

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 24/08/2008

Jo's Hand

If anyone snaps Jo's hand off she'll need to set it up single-handed, which'll be trickier.

Welcome aboard the Party in the Park Committee by the way Jo, and thanks for offering to help us out...you're a star!

Triv

Triv - Posted: 22/08/2008

Youth

Good on you Jo! Will someone please snap Jo's hand off immediately. She's more than qualified to set up a youth club. There must be one or two nights when the Youth Centre is free.

Jackie Head - Posted: 20/08/2008

youth club

I think the idea of a youth club in the village is a great idea. I would be really interested in running/co- running/organising it.

I've lived in the village for 18 years and have a good community spirit. I have just graduated a drama community theatre and media degree and so these are my specialities, during my degree i worked with a number of young people on different projects and have an understanding of the youth culture and lots of experience of working with youth. If you would like me to get involved please give me a ring on 01295 811892

Thank you

Jo Dixon

Jo Dixon - Posted: 17/08/2008

Youth Activities/club

The suggestion of a Youth Club in Adderbury is a great idea. Do we have someone (or a group of people) who would be willing and able to organise such a thing? The Parish Council would certainly back it, as we did in building the Lucy Placket centre originally.

Adults involved would need time and committment. Also you would need a suitable venue-- the Lucy Placket centre is booked for most of the time at present, thanks to its excellent management committee.

At present the Parish Council is reviewing a number of possible ideas for teenage activities in Adderbury.

We are currently discussing funding to resite the football/basketball equipment (removed from the Rise)in the LP field. This will form the first phase of a scheme for teenage facilities and we would like suggestions about other things which we could include.We have ideas but I would especially welcome comments and ideas from teenagers who will use these facilities. You can use this website or contact Parish Councillors or the Parish clerk by phone, or talk to councillors who live near you.

Diane Bratt, Chairman of Adderbury Council - Posted: 09/08/2008

youth centre

I think Eric has a point. The teens need somewhere to hang out and have fun instead of being bored.They need a youth club,somewhere to go every week.

Issi Popplewell - Posted: 06/08/2008

teenagers

you ask us to suggest idea's for events that could be organised but that is not what were asking for we are asking for something to do on a daily basis like when we had the court we could go there everyday and use it but now we have nothing and something should be done like using the youth centre as a youth centre like it used to be used open for teenagers and have a pool table in there and other such things to keep us entertained

Eric Smith - Posted: 24/07/2008

Party in the Park

Just a quick note to say on behalf of myself and all my friends and family that attended the event THANK YOU once again for another amazing Party in the park.

I have lived in the village all my life and it seems that in recent years the amount of village events has grown in quantity and quality.

As a teenager I feel my generation are often accused of 'anti social behaviour' but events like this give the village a chance to come together, no matter how old or young and share a common ground. It also provides something for people of my age to look forward to as I know that most anti social behaviour in teenagers stems from boredom. In the months leading up to Party in the park I was able spend my time working hard with my band 'Harlequinn' to play at the event.

We play regular gigs but for myself and the other members, even those who don't live in the village it was a highlight.

Thank you once again to all those who helped with the event and also those who came to watch, providing us with a fantastic audience

Long live Party in the Park!!! =]

Imogen leslie - Posted: 24/07/2008

Archery in Adderbury

If anyone who 'Had a go' at archery at Party in the Park, or anyone who has an interest in the sport, would like to see an archery club formed in this area, please get in touch with me either via email on angela@creativeass.co.uk or on 01295 811811

Angela - Posted: 18/07/2008

Party in The Park

dear PIP organising committee,

can i say on behalf of the village and everyone i know in and around, thanks for organising such a mammoth task. you guys have showed us all what can be achieved with some dedication to this fantastic village. Well done and thanks to all those who stewarded on the day.

i feel proud to have been a part of the event and cannot thank you all enough for putting this party on.

WELL DONE TRIV AND TEAM

see you all next year and look forward to supporting events throughout the year to raise money for the village charities.

john

John Richards - Posted: 18/07/2008

Adderbury Half Marathon

Just a quick note to congratulate the organisers of the first Adderbury Half Marathon event.

Apparently they had to go through minefields of bureaucracy to be able to stage the day - but it was well worth the pain as over 150 participants came back full of praise for the course and the organisation

A few first-timer teething troubles were inevitable, but they will be great learning,and we look forward to an even more successful event in 2009

Well done Adderbury Running Club

Nick Fennell - Posted: 17/07/2008

party in the park

what a great party!!!

definatly do it next year,

cheers its all worth it , lots of money 2 charity

thanks

why does it only have to be form 12-12?

from lord

lord g - Posted: 13/07/2008

Party in the Park

Hi

In response to the last 2 posts: -

Come rain or shine, we WILL be partying down the park all day and night - just wrap up warm, bring a brollie and have fun!!!

Regarding camping, although I'm licensed for music, alcohol and food concessions, I don't have the insurance in place to allow camping, and the local bye-laws prevent camping in the park at any time. If camping were permitted we'd have caravans and tents down there all summer!

If you'd like to camp Bo Peep on the Ayhno Road would probably accomodate you. Maybe try the Village Green (although I think similar bye-laws are in place to prevent camping here too).

It's a one-day festival. If it were over 2 days then we'd obviously look at providing a camping facility, but in terms of organisation, licensing and stress it just 'aint worth it..

You'll be tucked up in bed by 1am, bright eyed and bushy-tailed for Church on Sunday morning.

Anyway, it'll be wet.

Triv x

07912 787175

Triv - Posted: 11/07/2008

party in the park!

what happens if the weather is bad for party in the park? e.g it rains?

will it be canceld or will we enjoy the day! in the rain?

dave panny - Posted: 09/07/2008

party in the park

hello im wondering why cant we camp in the park?

jamie england - Posted: 09/07/2008

Adderbury Court Garden Wall

The Dry Stone Wall along the Oxford Road is back to former glory .

I would like to thank the Parish Council on behalf of the Residents in Adderbury Court for organising and planning the repair.

Tony Carney - Posted: 29/06/2008

12th July-Adderbury Circular Walk

As part of the Adderbury Half Marathon we have included a number of other events to make the day as inclusive as possible for all the village

We have good numbers for the half marathon and the 10k but less for the Adderbury Circular Walk and other events.

Why not get a group of family and friends together and use the event as an opportunity to try out the Circular walk? If we get sufficient numbers we will put out route markers to ensure you don't get lost in the wild and are back in plenty of time for lunch and Party in the Park.

All races and walks are to start at 9.30am

Further info at :

wwww.adderburyrunningclub.co.uk

Jimmy Young - Posted: 25/06/2008

Adderbury Lakes

I am very pleased to see young people taking an interest in the Lakes.

However, I must point out that the Lakes are owned by the Parish Council and are run primarily as a nature reserve by the Management Committee for the benefit of both wildlife and vilagers.

We hold regular working parties at the Lakes which are properly supervised and insured under health and safety regulations. It would be totally inappropriate for members of the public to arrange their own 'clean up' days, as Beckie has suggested. We have a Management Plan and take expert advice on the correct procedures to follow. The Lakes may not always look neat and tidy as they are a nature reserve not a park.

The Parish Council and Management Committee welcome any member of the public who wishes to join in either the Committee and/or working parties.

The next working Party is on 14th June from 9am till 12 noon.

Diane Bratt, Chairman of the Lakes and Adderbury Parish Council - Posted: 03/06/2008

Adderbury Beer Festival 2008

This years Adderbury Beer Festival is planned for September 13th at Adderbury Institute, starting at 12 noon and ending at 9.00pm. We are hoping for even more visitors this year and need people to help us to make it happen! It is planned to have a pig roast, bouncy castle, childrens activities, circular walk and lost pubs of Adderbury guided tour and music, dancing .....! If you want to get involved then speak to me at the Bell, we need your help!

John Bellinger - Posted: 28/05/2008

Lakes...

hello, well here we go.. I'm Beckie Scarff, I live at the Bell, I am fed up with the state of the lakes and I think something needs to be done! I am going to start a group (if people will join) to sort the lakes out.

I think if we try hard enough, we can make it a nice place to visit!, it doesn't need money, it just needs people to want the lakes to look good, this will involve cutting back branches, clearing out some of the leaves in the lake itself, a bit of litter picking, this might sound like a lot of work, but I'm sure if we get enough people we can make the lakes a nice place t visit, and fish.

At the moment the lake is discoloured, and full of leaves, its not a pleasant sight, if people are willing, could you please e-mail me, and tell me if you're interested, if you can't email then just come along on the day, unfortunately the day has not been set, so far I have found that it will be in the 6 weeks summer school holidays. children will be as useful as anything, wellies, garden rakes, and garden forks, anything that can be used to clean or chop! and bin bags, will be provided, but bring your own if possible! please e-mail me, to ask questions, or just to say you're in would be great! Hope you will get involved! and hope to see you there, when I can set the date!! Beckie.

e-mail: junior_scruffyarse@hotmail.com

beckie scarff - Posted: 25/05/2008

Dog Walkers at the Lakes

When will the Lakes committee take action against the growing number of selfish dog walkers at the lakes who refuse, even when directly asked, to keep their dog on a lead. Comments are usually along the lines of 'I don't care' 'my dog's okay without one' and 'whatever' (very grown-up). These loose dogs are, I believe, mostly responsible for the habitat erosion that the Lakes committee have reported. Their owners in their designer gear are not likely to leave the path but are happy for their dogs to chase the wildlife and charge at other dogs and people/children without restraint. Are the parish council still able to create bye-laws? - and more importantly enforce them where needed. If vast amounts of money are about to be spent on the Lakes maintenance should not this one issue be taken care of as a priority? Should we name and shame these people by posting their photos on the Adderbury website in the future?

East End resident who owns a dog

Jan - Posted: 21/05/2008

Grass cutting on The Rise

Since the removal of the ball court on The Rise, which I disagreed with completely by the way, and the subsequent re-seeding of the area; I'm curious as to why the grass has never been cut. The grass cutting contractors turn up on a regular basis and cut the rest of it, but skitter round the perimeter of the re-seeded area and don't touch it. It wasn't done at all last year, and it appears the situation will be the same again this year.

Firstly, it's dangerous- any one of many children or animals could injure themselves on hidden rubbish. Secondly, it's downright scruffy. What on earth is the point of us paying our council taxes for the up-keep of the local area to have a 2 ft tall patch of scrub land spoiling it all?

Does anyone have any idea why this is the case?

Salena Newport - Posted: 15/05/2008

Vacancies for Parish Councillors

On the adderbury.org home page there is news of a number of vacancies for Parish Councillors

Not so long ago there was a groundswell of criticism about the Parish Council, leading to calls for resignation en bloc, and a re-vote campaign

I trust that those so vehemently dissatisfied will now leap at the opportunity to join the Council themselves, and do the great job they clearly thought was needed

I wonder......

Nick Fennell - Posted: 12/05/2008

Parish Council

I would like to take this opportunity not only to congratulate Rick Atkinson on his election to the District Council but also to thank him for all the hard work he has done for the Parish Council over the last few years.

As I am sure the village is aware it is not only Rick who has left the Parish Council this time, but also Keith Mitchell, John Harper and Simon Verdun.

It has been a privilige to work alongside them as a Parish Councillor and their expertise will be sorely missed.

They have always worked with the best interests of the village at heart.

I wish them all well for the future and look forward to following Rick's future career with interest.

Ann Lyons

Ann Lyons - Posted: 09/05/2008

2008 Beer Festival?

Having enjoyed last years beer festival (although not the hangover), and after having a great day out at the Day of Dance, is there another Adderbury Beer Festival planned for this year, and if so, when?

Andrew Charman - Posted: 07/05/2008

District Council Elections

I would like to thank the residents in Adderbury and Milton who took the time to turn out and vote for me in the recent district council elections. My thanks must also go to all those people who gave me support during the election campaign.

After 5 years on the Parish Council I am now moving up to District (promotion at last!), where I feel I can work more effectively for both villages. I look forward to the next 4 year term and will endeavour to serve ALL the residents of the ward to the best of my ability.

Best wishes to all,

Rick Atkinson

Adderbury and Milton Ward.

Cherwell District Council

Rick Atkinson - Posted: 03/05/2008

Anonymous submissions

PLEASE NOTE; In order to publish your comments on this website we require either an email address or telephone number so that we may verify or notify any comment under query. These are not published on the site, merely to help us moderate this page. Any submissions made without these will not be published.

Adderbury Web Committee

Karen - Posted: 01/05/2008

Bored Teenagers

Hey!!! Come on you lot...after asking for ideas about what type of events to organise in the village(specifically for younger generations, although not exclusively) I'm sorry to say that we've had just 1 (ONE...UNO...UN) suggestion so far, which came from Ella (well done Ella on your success by the way)

If you whippersnappers want or need something to do, email or call me and our PiP committee will arrange it for you, all in aid of YOUR entertainment and village causes. Ella's suggestion of a Village Talent Show has gone down well and will be arranged for later in the year (Adderbury's Got Talent panelist applications to me please), but apart from that we've got nothing to go on, which has surprised me to be honest.

So come on yoof...let us know what you want and we'll try to arrange it. I look forward to reading any future posts about 'nothing to do in the village' with interest!

Dave Trivett

Chair - Party in the Park Committee

07912 787175

triv@AdderburyEvents.co.uk

Dave Trivett - Posted: 01/05/2008

WINNER

I won the disney tv talent show my school musical thanks 4 your votes go to wwww.myschoolmusical.co.uk

to see my winning performance

and post a message on www.unrealitytv.co.uk/?s=choose+the+winner+of+my+school+musical xxxELLAxxx

Ella Popplewell - Posted: 26/04/2008

The Lakes

Contrary to Miss X's comments, no contributor to the dialogue arising from vandalism at the Lakes has pointed the finger at 'local Adderbury teenagers'. Rick Atkinson merely asked for witnesses who had seen 'teenagers' causing damage at the Lakes to contact the Police. As Miss X confirms that a 'large group of teeens' were seen hanging around that day and seems to be pretty certain that they were from another village, I assume she can help the Police to identify them. I hope, given her knowledge, that she has contacted the Police (contact details in Rick's e-mail) to assist with the identification and, hopefully, prosecution of those mindless individuals intent on damaging a village amenity enjoyed and supported by the people of Adderbury.

I. Asbury - Posted: 23/04/2008

lakes vandalism

Before people are so quick to point their finger at local Adderbury teenagers for the awful damage caused down the lakes,are they really sure that it was local teens that did this. I am saying this because I know that there was a large group of teens from another village hanging around the village all day on that Sunday.Just makes me cross that some people judge local teens too quickly.

Miss X - Posted: 12/04/2008

Teenagers - WE NEED YOU!

This is a call to ALL teenagers in the village for some help. We need to form a committee to help organise events under the Party in the Park banner throughout the year specifically for Under 18's in the village. This is YOUR chance to help decide what fun events are laid on for the next 12 months in Adderbury for YOUR age-group, YOUR benefit and the benefit of the Hospice and other worthwhile causes. As such we NEED YOUR input. If you want to get involved (PLEASE!!!), or have any ideas as to what events you'd like to see over the next 12 months in Adderbury, email me at Triv@AdderburyEvents.co.uk

Without your ideas, input and help, nothing will happen (or you'll get events that you're not interested in!). Email me, or post your ideas up on this message board and we'll be in touch.

THIS IS YOUR CHANCE - GET STUCK IN!!!

We also need some help down at the park on the day of the big festival. All we need is 2 hours of your time on the big day to help things run as smoothly as possible. If you can help out with this email Help@AdderburyEvents.co.uk and we'll be in touch. It's important that we have helpers from all age-groups on the day, not just the 'elders' of the village so we can all pull together and again make it the special event it always is.

Let me know your thoughts. Even better, let me know your contact details so I can put you on the committee and the Helpers list!!!

Dave Trivett

(on behalf of the Party in the Park Committee)

Dave Trivett - Posted: 11/04/2008

Bored teenagers - do something about it!

I grew up in Adderbury and have just come across the site and have enjoyed reading all your moans! Trouble is, that's all there are - no solutions! Adderbury has always been a village that pulls together and gets things done... how about a few ideas and solutions that you personally would be willing to help set up and get involved in, which you'd also enjoy using. There are plenty of oldies out there willing to help - stop giving them excuses to whinge about you and give them some ideas instead! x

Jo Fennell - Posted: 08/04/2008

Adderbury Talent Show

Me and one of my friends would REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY REALLY like there to be an Adderbury talent show as the last one was canceled, will there be 1 this year?

Ella Popplewell - Posted: 08/04/2008

MINDLESS VANDALISM AT THE LAKES

The police are looking for witnesses who saw tenagers ripping the railings off the bridge over the waterfall, smashing the drain pipe on the summer house, smashing tiles on the boathouse roof and throwing logs down the waterfall. Were you down at the lakes between 12.30 and 2.30 pm last Sunday 30 March 08? A group of local teenagers were seen entering the lakes at that time; did you see what they were up to? Parents of teenagers, where were your kids last Sunday afternoon? This is not just kids having a bit of fun, its criminal damage and is costing the Parish Council thousands of pounds to rectify. If you know anything, call Thames Valley Police on 0845 8 505 505 quoting Crime number JA3059452/08.

Rick Atkinson - Posted: 01/04/2008

Facilities for teenagers

The Parish Council are considering putting equipment for teenagers in the Lucy Placket Playing Field.

This would include the football/basketball court which was removed from the Rise, and we are thinking of other possible equipment to add to it.

But before we make any firm decision we would like any young people with an opinion to let the Parish Council know what they think.I have some ideas from young people I've spoken to around the village, but if you have a view you should let us know.

Deddington Council have provided some equipment at the Windmill Playing field -- is this the sort of thing Adderbury teenagers would like?

Diane Bratt, Chairman Adderbury Parish Council

Diane Bratt - Posted: 29/03/2008

BORED TEENAGERS

I have read with interest all the comments with regards to the "bored teenagers". I, too, feel that these young people do indeed need something to do and somewhere to go. Would it be an idea for perhaps a youth centre to be set up, perhaps on a weekly basis. Maybe the youngsters themselves could set it up with the help of their parents! What about the Institute or the Lucy Placket Centre as a venue? Let's stop moaning about the fact that there is nothing to do in Adderbury and let's start doing something positive about it! Please feel free to talk to me - maybe I can give you some ideas! Looking forward to seeing some positive comments on this message board in the future!

PAM HAYNES - Posted: 28/03/2008

Ella needs your votes

Thankyou to those who voted for Ella in the Disney Talent competition, she got into finals and spent 3 days in London being filmed at the Disney Studios.She is appearing on sky T.V disney channel at 4.50pm this Friday 28th March and then you can vote for her to win online www.myschoolmusical.co.uk.Please vote lots of times as she really needs your support. Thankyou

Mrs I Popplewell - Posted: 26/03/2008

Day of Dance

Day of Dance was never entered into the diary section in the first place so it could not have been removed. The date was only posted last week in response to enquiry on this page to which it has now been entered into the diary section of this website as instructed.

Thanks Dot.

Edd Frost - Posted: 26/03/2008

owned

to be honest none of us broke that wall people from different places done it and we went mad at them for doin it y would we rek our own village we mite be teens but we ent stupid plus we is well bored so wat else can we do to amuse ourselves get our court back.

miller - Posted: 25/03/2008

Day of dance

in answer to |dave's query.....day of dance will take place on Saturday April 26th as it has every year since 1975 ....

i dont know why details should have been removed from this website ....anyone know the answer ?

We're a small team and can't possibly keep up with everything that goes on in the village so it's up to those who run events in the village to make sure their event is listed - if yours isn't please go to the events page and add it!

Dot

Jim Plester - Posted: 24/03/2008

Bored teenagers 2

Maybe you should stop having a go at the kids and realise the wall was already in a poor state

Adam m - Posted: 23/03/2008

Thanks

Thanks 4 voting I got through to the finals watch me on tv disney chanel 4:50 28th of march then vote again.

ella popplewell - Posted: 19/03/2008

why blame us

if your so how doe u no it was teenagers from adderbury ? do u have any proof it could of bean any one

lewis - Posted: 19/03/2008

Knocked down wall - why blame us

Please tell us how do you know it was teenagers from Adderbury? Do you have any proof ? it could have been anyone that smashed the wall down

lewis - Posted: 19/03/2008

bored teenagers1

maybe these bored teenagers can do a course in bricklaying and repair the wall that they keep knocking down at adderbury court!!

D FOX - Posted: 17/03/2008

day of dance

so what is happening with day of dance as it has been taking off the website and not being published around the village

dave panny - Posted: 16/03/2008

Bored teenagers

I would like to respond to the bored teenagers. Having recently grown up in this village myself, I feel that I had a very enjoyable childhood. There was no youth centre but I feel that there are lots of things to do, if you use a little bit of imagination. There is a sports field to play games on, lots of beautiful countryside for long hikes or walks, Adderbury theatre workshop, the tennis courts and if some people would give the Scouts a chance you would find that they do lots of fun and interesting activities. Personally I do not see why there is so much criticism of a village which provides an outlet for someone with some imagination.

content youth of adderbury - Posted: 15/03/2008

I Am Bored

WE GET SO BORED IN THE VILLAGE GIVE US SOMETHING TO DO !

Emma M - Posted: 13/03/2008

Adderbury Half Marathon

If you are contemplating giving the above event a go now is about the time to start some training. It would be great to get as many people from the village involved as possible and so if you are interested but apprehensive please either e-mail me at jy@why50.com , come along to The Bell at 7pm on wed 16th april to meet the organisers or visit the half marathon page on this web-site. We can give you training tips and all the encouragement you may need and believe that almost anyone can get round with the right preparation. You dont need to be a good runner,its very much a fun run and you will feel an amazing sense of achievement after-no matter how long it takes you!

The same applies for the shorter distance events that will be happening on the day.

Remember that finding out a bit more doesnt mean you have to do it.....

Jimmy Young - Posted: 11/03/2008

vote for me

Vote for Ella Popplewell from Twyford at www.myschoolmusical.co.uk under performance catagory wearing red jumper doing ball tricks. Please vote as many times as you can it is free. I need lots of votes.

Thank you

Ella Popplewell - Posted: 25/02/2008

Help keep us out of trouble

Youths in Adderbury like myself are really bored and have nothing to do so we just hang around the village and get in to trouble which we don't want. We would like a football court which we had but was took away, and some where warm for the winter. Not all of us like scouts. We just want somewhere to hang out that is not a bus shelter or bench in the cold.

Lewis - Posted: 25/02/2008

Help Adderbury Teenagers

As a parent of an Adderbury teenager I am concerned about the lack of facilities for the youths in this area.The Adderbury Teens are a nice bunch of kids but are in great need of a place to hang out. Perhaps somewhere to shelter when weather is bad as I feel very sorry for them when I see them sitting on the ground sometimes on very cold nights chatting. Its such a shame that some teens are getting into trouble simply because there is nothing to do.They are so bored! Not all teens are into scouts and they really miss their ball court. Perhaps if it had a higher fence around it like the one on Bankside the balls wouldn't hit cars .

Mr Popplewell - Posted: 25/02/2008

Dog Fouling

I have a field with a footpath over it at the end of Manor Road, Adderbury, dog fouling is a big problem here, people obviously think that as its grass they do not need to pick up. (Children also regularly walk this footpath). Some do pick up and kindly leave their bags of dog poop next to my box where I sell eggs, for others to clear up. This is very irresponsible, unhygienic, and selfish and gives all good dog owners a bad name.

Yvonne Upton - Posted: 17/02/2008

Horn Hill Road

Further to Steve Betts comments regarding the condition of the road surface ,may I suggest another route to remedy the problem.

We have two active councilors who represent the village, one County Councilor and one District, it may be fruitful to contact either as local elections are just around the corner and it is quite surprising how quickly these jobs get completed when votes are at stake.

A .D Carney - Posted: 15/02/2008

Bored teenagers

We have many postings on this message board about teenagers being bored in the village. Rick Atkinson, a member of the Parish Council has posted a request for those who have posted comments to the site to get in touch with him to discuss what you would like to see done and as yet no one has bothered!

As many of you have not given us your email details, if you would like to be involved in this discussion please email dot@adderbury.org with your name, age and email and we will pass on Mr Atkinsons details for you to get in touch directly.

Remember - if you don't get involved, nothing gets done!

Dot - Posted: 13/02/2008

Horn Hill Road

Those that live along the stretch of Horn Hill Road that has recently been resurfaced and those that use it on a regular basis, will be aware that the repairs carried out in the summer were pretty poor.

The road has been swept to clear loose chippings on numerous occasions and indeed, this is an ongoing process. However, all that this seems to be achieving is to expose more and more of the tarmac which, on the first hot day of the summer, will presumably melt.

I know some of my neighbours are pretty fed up with this and I have written to the highways authority complaining of the substandard job that has been done and of how the surface is breaking up. I have also pointed out the problems caused by stone chippings to pedestrians and parked cars.

I thought I you might like to publish their reply:

“I have inspected the Horn Hill (Road) Adderbury. We are aware of the failure of the surface dressing and our contractor has been informed of it’s state with a view to maintaining it in a safe condition. The contractor is responsible for any remedial works to the dressing for a period of two years at his cost. The road was swept yesterday and it’s state will be reviewed on a weekly basis” – Simon Marsden 7th February.

That’s a really neat piece of buck passing! :-)

Drive safely.

Steve Betts

Steve Betts - Posted: 09/02/2008

Nothing to do

Adderbury is very boring there is nothing to do.I dont see why the courts were taken down they were the only half decent thing to do.I think we should get another.

Sophia - Posted: 07/02/2008

More Poops in Twyford

I see Percy Filth is back and he/she still has not got any doggy poop bags. Six more deposits in Twyford Grove since Saturday. We will catch you and you will get fined! Beware!

Peter Burrows - Posted: 28/01/2008

Bored teenagers

I think it has been made very clear by numerous teenagers the situation with "entertainment" in the village is WAY below parr.

I like the fact that Rick has responded to these comments however I am slightly concerned as to what the solutions may be?!

The kids need MATERIAL solutions as in a DECENT Football facility which from what the kids are describing alike Cherwell heights court WITH sides! and lighting. However I know lighting may be a problem pending a location, and also other items like Skate ramps, jumps etc etc.

I can guarantee for a fact if some "lets make woollen jumpers and all play happy happy games together" idea is brought in it will be useless! even though the intent is good.

Kids need time to do What THEY want, when THEY want, they find their own way in the world, they just need to be provided the base materials to make their own entertainment.

However I must also point out again Adderbury scouts www.Adderburyscouts.com is renowned as the best everywhere, kids who have left years ago including myself still talk about our days now, and all quote "Scouts, probably some of the best days of my life"

*Carting

*Lazer quest

*White water rafting

*Ringos

*Abseiling

*Climbing

*Gorge walking

*Caving

*Canoeing

Need I say any more!

Adam Maltby - Posted: 13/01/2008

Projects for bored teenagers

Will Kyle G and the "Bored Teenagers" please contact me as we have some worthwile projects to improve village facilities which they should find challenging and enjoyable. Contact details through Dot.

Rick Atkinson, Adderbury PC - Posted: 12/01/2008

boredom

i am very annoyed with the fact that everybody in aderrbury knows that teenagers have nothing to do but they sit there and do nothing about is this is absolutley ridiculous we teenagers have ourselves made comments and people of an older age have made comments about it so why is nothing being down. me and my friends said the football court in the rise would have been better if it was caged but someone who was involved with the constuction of the court said "oh we thought it would have made you feel unsure as it seems alot like a prison" but we replied "it would have been better as footballs would have never left the court" so i put this to you a simple soloution like a cage would have solved all the problems for adults and teenagers alike

Eric Smith - Posted: 11/01/2008

Dog Fouling in Twyford

Dog bags can be obatined from Taste Buds free of charge so whoever has allowed the deposits to be left in Twyford Avenue can hardly use cost as an excuse. I have even staked the offending offerings with a bag attached to each stake for the use by the perpetrator!

So the only "excuse" is that you are lazy or squeamish or both and if so you should not be in charge of a dog!

Why don't you come and clear up your mess or do you expect someone else to do it for you?

Peter Burrows - Posted: 09/01/2008

Dog Fouling

I would like to support the words of Ken Coleman with regard to dog fouling in the streets of Adderbury. On a walk this afternoon that consisted of the Twyford part of Adderbury we too noticed large amounts of dog mess in Twyford Avenue, Twyford Grove and infact pretty much every 100 yards along Margaret Road and Rochester Way. It's bad enough that these dog owners leave the mess on the grass but to see it on the pavement also is absolutely disgusting. I think the owners should be named and shamed anyway.

Edd Frost - Posted: 06/01/2008

Dog Fouling in Twyford

The irresponsible dog owner(s) who allows their animal(s) to foul the grass verges and pavements of Twyford Avenue and Twyford Grove should be aware that their identities will be revealed and that there is a fine of up to £1,000 payable.

There are notices asking people to clear these deposits and not only is this an indication of these owners attitude to their fellow villagers it is also a health risk to children who use these areas.

Are these people who allow this to happen really that ignorant and selfish in their attitude ?

These persons are giving responsible owners an extremely poor and unfounded reputation.

Please stop and clear the mess !!!

Ken Coleman - Posted: 26/12/2007

We Are Bored

You took away our court for hitting one guys car maybe one o two times now the court is gone there is no fencing whatsoever so his car has no protection whatsoever! We desperatly need something in this village just so we have something to do and somewhere to go. Somewhere warm!

Adderbury Teenagers - Posted: 17/12/2007

we need somthing to do

As one of the youths in adderbury i know that we need somthing to keep us occupied and out of trouble.

kyle g - Posted: 17/12/2007

i agree with maltby

i agree with maltby about the playin field as before the game they put them up and after they take them down so please think about this and fined a new place for the football court to be placed!!!!!

miller - Posted: 23/11/2007

Adderbury all one village - a bit of history

The Twyford that is now a part of Adderbury was never a place! Twiford is a topographical description in AngloSaxon, the language spoken in this country over a thousand years ago. 'Twi' is the Saxon word for two our modern word twins derives from it. The word 'ford' also Saxon describes a place where one can cross water easily on foot or by horse. So, the modern name Twyford originally described a point somewhere on a river where it could be crossed by two closely related places.

At the top (north) of the 1735 map (on display 3/4th November, 2007 at the Institute) of East Adderbury three tracks can be seen traveling roughly west/east one of which starts near Weeping Cross running ESE and then SE to Twyford Mill which was sited on the River Cherwell; just in Northamptonshire, The second track also started from the Banbury road and ran roughly along the line of the present Twyford Road and on to the mill. The third one also starting at the Banbury Road (just south of the Crescent at what is now Kemp's Road) lead to Kemp's Farm (hence its name and the farm is still with us); that track then continued on from the farm to mill at Twyford. As there was obviously no bridge over the Cherwell at that point and at that time, farmers taking their sacks of grain from farms in the northern part of the parish would have needed to cross the river somewhere to get to the mill so the 'twi fords' obviously did that duty.

These three tracks can be clearly seen on the 1948 OS Map 1125,000 or 21/2 Inches to 1 Mile sheet SP43. Twyford Mill, today, is still a grain silo where many local farmers still take their grain for storage. Once, the Enclosure Act of 1766 was enacted in 1768 the road system in Adderbury was changed and a proper road was constructed between Adderbury and King's Sutton with a stone bridge crossing the Cherwell the two fords would therefore have become redundant; however their original existence is perpetuated by the name Twyford.

The first house to be built in what is now Twyford was Greenhill House (the Cheshire Home) in 1906. Between 1911 and 1922 a handful more were built on land opposite Greenhill House known as Twyford Gardens hence the development became known as Twyford Gardens. Post the Second World War the modern estate we now know as Twyford was developed piecemeal. Incidentally the AA Gazetteer lists at least five Twyfords all of which are villages or towns in their own right all of them would have had similar origins.

N J Allen - Posted: 16/11/2007

Newcomers

Well that was a lovely Adderbury welcome!!

With regard to the response made by John Webb to the building issues relating to that of the Cheshire Home site raised in the last post by Andrew Charman: I thought this was a valid question and possibly raised to prompt some discussion on the subject and also to get some more details on the happenings. I also happen to know this "newcomer", he, his wife and young son have moved in along the road from myself and my wife. Since moving to the village, in August, they have actively involved themselves in many village events,introduced themselves to their neighbours, joined some of the societies, and generally have tried to get stuck into village life. It was by talking to them that we discovered that they, as we, have spent many years looking to move to the village as they very much like the place and know how special it is and have family connections already living here. We both have young families and hope one day that they will be attending the village school. I totally understand that there have been some newcomers in the past when on taking up residence have taken it upon themselves to complain about the church bells and the cows mooing. PLEASE do not assume that ALL new residents to the village are like this.

We have known about the Cheshire Home site plans for some time but are not aware of the full extent and just know that work will be starting soon.

As a regular at the Bell, I have never witnessed any member of the public come in and ask questions about village life and future building plans within the village before they purchase a property. Quite frankly if they did I wonder what kind of reception they would get if it was the gentleman responding to the question here. I wonder if Mr Webb should think a little more carefully when replying in future to other subjects as if I was faced with an answer like this I would be inclined to take the view of why bother involving myself in future village activities. Let's hope you were having a bad day and that Andrew and his wife do not think that this is the view held by the rest of the village.

Edd Frost - Posted: 11/11/2007

Re: Newcomers

Well, Mr John Webb, what can I say?

Thank you for the warmest of welcomes to both the forum and the village!

Which part of my forum post prompted the attempted character assassination?

Was it my desire to spark intelligent debate on a local issue, or the fact that I aired my own opinion, which I assume I’m not allowed, having only just moved to the village?

Is this the typical welcome offered to all new residents or visitors to the Bell?

Fortunately, I am able to answer my own question here, as my wife and I have attended some of the recent village social events (the beer festival and garden party), and we have received a very warm welcome form all of the people we have met (even at the Bell!).

We feel lucky to have moved into a beautiful village, with some very friendly neighbours, as well as being near to other family members and friends in the village.

As Edd Frost eludes, we have chosen to move here, not only because we hope to send our son to the local school, but also because we are aware of the many fine attributes afforded by the village such as the local pubs, church and the sense of community.

I am aware of all of the above having worked at the Banbury Business Park for over 16 years, and having spent many a fine time in the local pubs, and enjoying the day of dance many years ago. We even commandeered the Red Lion back in 2004, on our wedding night, as many of our family and friends stayed there with us.

All of the above, however, should not matter one bit!

My post on the forum was intended to gain the views of people the village, having read many posts on the forum relating to development and rural expansion. I felt this might be a good way involving myself in local discussion.

Unfortunately, the first I learnt about the proposal for the Cheshire Homes site, was the letter from CDC. I’d be more than happy to start a discussion on the poor service received from my solicitor, but that’s a whole different story!

Andrew Charman - Posted: 11/11/2007

Newcomers

Your recent correspondent who has just moved into Twyford seems to have been surprised by the proposals for housing at the Cheshire Homes site. It would appear from his comments that he should either have come here and chatted to people who would have advised him as to the scale of development that was proposed, or got himself a different solicitor who should have told him about possible development at this site so that he could have investigated further. I hope he is not another of those people who move somewhere and then want things changed to suit them like stopping the cows mooing or the church bells ringing! The lesson if you are buying a house anywhere is to walk around and talk to people, it's amazing what you can find out, and there is always that centre of activity where intelligent conversation is one aspect of the welcome afforded visitors, it's called The Bell.

John Webb - Posted: 07/11/2007

Footy court

Because:

*The Lucy plackett is crap

*The posts are taken down

*The grass is very moist due to the brook

*The parish council have £20,000 pounds worth of football court that needs relocating

Adam Maltby - Posted: 05/11/2007

Adderbury all one village

When I moved here in 1967, there were three entities within the village of Adderbury – Adderbury East, Adderbury West and what was and is known as Twyford. Soon afterwards the two parish councils of Adderbury East and Adderbury West amalgamated to become one parish – the parish of the village of Adderbury.

I was the District Councillor and one of the Parish Councillors for Adderbury for some twenty years and during that time many people asked why there was a Twyford. Many newcomers to this part of the village, said that they felt that they were treated as “different” and people right the way through the village from St. Mary’s Road to Lester Close, posed this question on a regular basis.

A couple of weeks ago, I met a relative newcomer to the village who asked me why on earth I had moved from St. Mary’s Road to “that awful side of the main road”. I told him that during all the years I had lived in the village I had heard nothing but good reports from every single part of our village, and my neighbours were just as nice at both places I had lived.

I believe it is time that the Twyford part was dropped, after all there never has been a separate village we are one and the same. Twyford as a name came about as the mill/wharf on the Kings Sutton road (by the bridge) was called this and when what is now known as Morgan’s Orchard was built, the Midland Red ran bus trips from Banbury to Twyford Tea Gardens and when Twyford Gardens was built they were called this for that reason.

It was interesting at the Historical Society Exhibition this weekend, to see the original advert in the Banbury Guardian for the houses in Twyford Gardens being built in the village of Adderbury. There were also a number of maps going back over the last three centuries and none of them referred to Twyford (except for the wharf and mill) they all show East Adderbury and West Adderbury.

When I receive my Council Tax demand from Cherwell District Council it requires me to pay my rates for the village of Adderbury. When I vote in the District Elections I vote for a councillor for the village of Adderbury. When I vote in the Parish Elections, I vote for councillors for the Parish Council of Adderbury. When I’m buried it will be in the Parish of Adderbury.

We have one Parish Church, one School, and one Library all for one village – the village of Adderbury. Such august bodies as ACAG and ATW stand for Adderbury Conservation Action Group and Adderbury Theatre Workshop – there is also of course, the 1st Adderbury Village Scout Group etc.

There are six Twyfords in the country but only one Adderbury – so why on earth do we need the word Twyford in our address. There is nothing to stop those that want to and I know some people from other parts of the village are still using Adderbury West or East in their addresses, if anyone really wants to then they can put Twyford, Adderbury in if they are desperate to keep it in their address, but lets become one united village. After all we all add to village life no matter which part of the village we live in. In fact it must be confusing for some people’s addresses i.e. Twyford Gardens, Twyford, Twyford Avenue, Twyford etc. Surely it would be simpler and easier for people to find if the addresses were Twyford Gardens, Adderbury or Twyford Avenue, Adderbury etc.

At the recent Crime Watch Meeting, a member of the public asked whether the crime figures for Adderbury included Twyford and was told no they didn’t as we weren’t counted as part of the village. Why not? Some people have also told me that they have been given to understand that it can also have a derogatory effect on insurance costs and housing prices. I’m not particularly interested in that, to me it is ensuring a sense of identity. I expect there will always some ill-informed people who talk about “that side of the main road”.

I spoke to the Post Office about this issue and they told me that should anyone want to change their address, all that they needed to do was to ring 08456 – 011110 or 08456 – 113219 (1-0321584058) (yes I was surprised at this too) or to write to Address Complaints SR3 3SW apparently that is all the address you need.

Officially there has never been a Twyford in Oxfordshire it has just crept in over the years. So lets correct the anomaly once and for all and all of us be Adderburians.

Aline Griffiths - Posted: 05/11/2007

footy court?

There's a brilliant 'footy court' in the middle of Adderbury called the Lucy Plackett playing field - much bigger and safer than the main road - and it's empty most of the time.

Why not get on your bikes and try it out some time?

Nick Fennell - Posted: 04/11/2007

skate ramp

as i am a young teenager myself i would like to comment alot of teens who are bored round the village most teens belive that there should be a skate park in adderbury for many reasons,i think the village will also benifit from this

david phan - Posted: 03/11/2007

footy court

i think we should have a footy court at the cresent you could take down the middle trees and put it there as there is quite a gap between the road and the houses so there is space for it most boys in adderbury are keen footballers but we need something to do or we will be bored

miller - Posted: 03/11/2007

bored teens

I'm a teen and I get really bored in Twyford I think you should bring back the court as we have nothing to do maybe we could move the court to the Cresent where there is free grass and space between the road and the houses. We are all keen footballers.

please write back on this issue

miller - Posted: 02/11/2007