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This issue: Friday, February 3 to 10, 2012 VOL 19: 935 UK NO.1 Advertising closes for next issue on Friday, February 3 at 5pm.

ALL CARS WANTED FOR CASH

With or without MoT

Best prices paid for sports or

collectible cars.

on 01488 648055mob: 07831 275653

HUNGERFORD MARLBOROUGH KINTBURY LAMBOURN/VALLEY GREAT SHEFFORD BEDWYNS INKPEN FROXFIELD EAST GRAFTON HAM CHILTON FOLIAT/LEVERTON HUNGERFORD NEWTOWN

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Your most up-to-date FREE guide to sales and services

THE HUNGERFORD

ADVISERKITCHENS Ltd

A ORN

WORKSHOP AND SHOWROOM

Newbury 01635 49448 3 THE PADDOCK, HAMBRIDGE RD, NEWBURY www.akornkitchens.co.uk

“You don’t have to move to improve your home”

KITCHENS, BEDROOMS & HOME STUDY CABINETRY

Charnham Street Hungerford Berkshire RG17 OEL Tel: 01488 682512 Fax: 01488 684357 www.thebearhotelhungerford.co.uk

VALENTINE’S DINNERSATURDAY 11TH FEBRUARY

– TREAT YOUR LOVED ONE TO A SPECIAL VALENTINES DINNER AT THE BEAR HOTEL

Traditional Fish and Chips and much, much more!Mr Fry’s - The Hungerford Chippie

Why not call 01488 683237 and collect your orderOpening times: Mon-Sat 11:45-2pm and 5pm-9pm

Saturdays ALL DAYLarge Fish (Skinless and Boneless) + Regular Chips + Mushy Peas

only £4.50 Plus all your usual favourites

Roberta of Hungerford Tel: 01488 68 28 88 - Car Park at rearMon, Tues, Weds & Fri: 9am-6pm / Thurs Open until 7pm / Sat until 1pm

VALENTINES TREAT

Try our range of treatments Hot Stone Massage, OPI Nails, Eyebrows, Waxing and Guinot treatments.

NEW Hydrodermie2 Facial

20% Discount for the month of February

Discount only applies to Hydrodermie facial

INDIGO PALACEFebruary 14th

Valentine’s Evening

JAZZTHE CROWN & ANCHOR, HAM, WILTS. SN8 3RB

RESERVATIONS: 01488 668874 / 668896

Hungerford’s new d e l i c a t e s s e n Casanova @ Home

in Bridge Street, is setting an exceptionally high standard in food and service.

The delicatessen has been established by Alex Zombetti and Steve Hodges and caters for all tastes.

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NEW BUSINESS: CASANOVA @ HOME SETS HIGH STANDARD IN BRIDGE STREET, HUNGERFORD

Pictured are Ana Ursu and Alex Zombetti.

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DELICATESSENDENTISTS & DOCTORS

DESIGNER RESALE BOUTIQUE

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FARMERS’ MARKETFARM SHOP

FASHIONFIRE STATIONFISH & CHIPS

FLORISTS

FOOTWEARFRESH FISH SUPPLIES

FRESH FRUIT & VEG FUNERAL DIRECTOR

GARDEN CENTREGARDEN MACHINERY

GARAGE SERVICES

GIFTS

GARDEN & ESTATEORNAMENTS

GENTLEMAN’S SHOPHAIRDRESSERS

HARDWAREHEALTH BOUTIQUES

HANDMADE FURNITURE

HISTORICAL SOCIETYHOTELS

HUNGERFORD LIBRARYHUNGERFORD TOWN BANDHUNGERFORD TOWN HALL

INNS

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LOOK WHAT

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JEWELLERIRONING

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OPTICIANSPET SUPPLIES

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PUBS AND RESTAURANTS

RAILWAY STATIONSILVERSMITH

SPORTING GOODS STONEWORKSWEETS

TAKEAWAY FOODSTRAVEL AGENCY

TYRES & EXHAUSTS

VETERINARY HOSPITAL

This feature is subsidised by its advertisers and The Adviser. T: 01488 682328 E: [email protected]

WOODLANDS LIFESTYLEMIXING OLD AND NEW BEAUTIFULLY

2 HIGH STREET TEL: 01488 686515 WWW.WOODLANDLIFESTYLE.CO.UK

ADVISERTELEPHONE: 01488 682328 FACSIMILE: 01488 681899

EMAIL: [email protected]

Charnham House, 29-30 Charnham [email protected]: 01488 684363 & 683536www.gentlemans-shop.com

The GentlemanÕs Shop

6a park StreetTel: 01488 685314

[email protected]

HowardsPet Care Ltd

Unit 4 Charnham Lane, Industrial Estate

Tel: 01488 681888

Wessex Place, 127 High StreetTel 01488 682277

[email protected]

Charnham Street

T: 01488 682512

F: 01488 [email protected]

www.thebearhotelhungerford.co.uk

[email protected]

The Hungerford Bookshop

24 High Street01488 683480

- 109 High Street –01488 681117

www.peppermint-cream.co.uk

Shabby Chic

peppermint cream

Tel: 01488 684105Charnham Lane

sales@hungerfordgardenmachinery.co.ukwww.hungerfordgardenmachinery.co.uk

T: 01488 682162

The Sun Inn Hungerford (Charnham Street)

Roberta of Hungerford21 Charnham Street

Tel: 01488 68 28 88

[email protected]

www.roberta-of-hungerford.co.uk

Tel: 01488 682721117 High Street

www.threeswans.net

Tel: 01488 682721117 High Street

www.casanova-restaurant.co.uk

Chilton FoliatTel: 01488 682202Fax: 01488 683589

[email protected]

Stag Service Station

Martin& the

Magpie120 High Street Tel: 01488 681062

[email protected]

4 Bridge Street Tel: 01488 684240 [email protected]

44 High StreetHungerford

01488 683237

Mr Fry

THE DOWNGATE

Traditional Country Pub on the edge of Hungerford Common

01488 682708 www.the-downgate.co.uk

THE OLD FIRE STATION, 3 CHARNHAM STREET, HUNGERFORD, RG17 0EP

TEL: 01488 681944

HAIR DESIGN

Let me do your IroningExcellent rates

FREE local return deliveryWeekly ironing or one-offs

01488 683048 / 07875 829353

Kennet House, 19 High StreetTel: 0844 248 0021

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Brockhurst and Marlston HousePreparatory Schools

Marlston Road, Hermitage, Berkshire RG18 9ULt: 01635 200293 e: [email protected] www.brockmarl.org.uk

OPEN MORNING Saturday 4th February10:0am – 12:00 noon

Please contact Mrs Rachel Harper for more information – [email protected]

We pride ourselves on having• Happy, well mannered children within a family atmosphere for the 3-13 age range• Preparing children for entry to leading independent schools• Pupils regularly gain academic, art, music and all-rounder scholarships• Full/flexi and weekly boarding• 18th-century chateau in SW France where our pupils practise their French

Outstanding facilities with 21 acres of games fields within a 500 acre site• A sports hall, indoor 25m Swimming Pool, Tennis Courts• Art and Design Studios• ICT Suite• Learning Development Centre (2011) and a superb Equestrian School.

Nursery and Pre-prep children have the advantage of a department designed specifically for the age group, adjacent to the main prep school within its own garden andadventure play area.

Valentines Week 2Feb 10th

Wedding Feature 17th & 24th FebFor advertising orders

email: [email protected]

tel: 01488 682328

ADVISER FEATURES

Every Sunday Night Light MusicBOOK NOW FOR

St Valentine’s Day - February 14Express Lunch Mon-Fri £6.95

Pizza or Pasta & a drink

www.la-primavera.co.uk

16 Charnham Street, Hungerford | 01488 682 588

Fully qualified mobile nail and spray

tanning technicianSpecial offers.

Gift Vouchers Available For further information and prices

visit my website or call me on 07900562263

www.richglow.co.uk

Designer made silver jewellery with semi precious gemstones & unusual cabochons. Showcases at Unit 126 Hungerford Arcade &

Woodlands Lifestyle, Hungerfordalso online at: www.theresa1.folksy.comenquiries: [email protected]

Studio: 01488 648608 open by appt

Theresa Hing Artisan & Contemporary Jewellery

Adviser Valentine FeatureSaint Valentine’s Day will be traditionally celebrated

on Tuesday, February 14.The Adviser is making space available to businesses celebrating

the day which traditionally centres on love.THE BEAR HOTEL HUNGERFORD will hold a special

Valentine’s Dinner on Saturday, February 11. Tel. 01488 682512.

See Hungerford Page 1.ROBERTA HAIR AND BEAUTY is offering a

Valentine’s Treat of a 20% discount for February on hydrodermie facials. Tel. 01488 682888. See Page 1.

HUNGERFORD’S LA PRIMAVERA restaurant is inviting bookings for a day of delightful feasting. Tel. 01488 682588.

www.richglow.co.uk has special offers on nail and spray tanning. Tel. 07900562263.

INDIGO PALACE at Ham has a special jazz event to complement its exciting menu. See Page 1.

THERESA HING Artisan and Contemporary Jewellery is offering designer made silver jewellery. Tel 01488 648608.

THE ADVISER will run a second St Valentine’s advertising feature next week and booking enquiries should be made by telephoning 01488 682328 [email protected]

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THE DISTRICT’S MOST UP-TO-DATE WEEKLY DIRECTORY The Adviser, Friday, November 11 to 18, 2011

with the Adviser

Home & GardenHome & Gardenwith the Adviser

The Adviser, Friday, February 3 to 10, 2012

HungerfordTree Surgery & Garden Services

All aspects of Tree care, Hedge cutting & garden maintenance

One off or regular visits completed with care & expertise

T: 01488 682174 M: 07770 688780

Green Tree Garden ServicesMowing • Hedge Cutting • Strimming • Fencing

• Pruning • Tree Work • Clearing overgrown areas - Bramble etcPlease call to discuss your needs

• Full Public Liability Insurance

Will Roberts T: 01488 658649 M: 07796 601966

Mobile: 07980 536156 E: [email protected]

J Hawkins TREE SURGEON

All aspects of tree workHedge cutting and stump grinding

Trees and hedges supplied and plantedSeasoned mulch and logs available

• Local Authority and Forestry Commision approved• Established 1990 • £10,000,000 liablity

FOR YOUR ENQUIRIESRing 01488-683807

07768 400578

All types of fencing supplied & erected. Tree lopping & pruning etc. Hedgecutting

Licensed for removal of rubbish.FREE estimates. FULLY insured

R.J. CRIPPSFENCING & SERVICES

WINDOWS • DOORS • CONSERVATORIES • ROOFLINE

Home improvements you can trust

Serving the community for over 60 yearsA quality service based on honest values

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ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE.

THE ADVISER GETS RESULTS

TEL: 01488 682328

PAVE-RITE LIMITEDFor a professionally installed

high quality block paved driveway or patio please contact

Andrew Scaife Mobile 07778 734500

24hr ans/fax 01264 791132 email [email protected]

Over 25 years experience

RM GARDEN SERVICESGeneral landscaping: patios: fencingGarden/ground maintenanceHedge cutting/reducing, mowingStump grinding, pruning etcFULLY INSURED

01488 68379507763 [email protected]

THE DISTRICT’S MOST UP-TO-DATE WEEKLY DIRECTORY The Adviser, Friday, November 11 to 18, 2011

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Home & GardenHome & Gardenwith the Adviser


CHRIS RADFORD, Wagon Yard, Marlborough. 0800 731 6879, evenings 01672 516006.

Gaenor Farren-Smith MAMBAcC, Hungerford01488 686946 www.myacucare.co.uk.

Deep tissue massage, reflexology. Claire Digweed, 01488682187 / 07810 886673

VISITING practice Jane Darby WMSCh MPS Pract . Tel. 01672 512211.

Sports injuries, postural and tension aches, RSI’s etc treated. Sarah Gomer, Hungerford (01488) 681331/07879 040621

RobertaBest for

Hair & BeautyRoberta of Hungerford Tel: 01488 68 28 88

www.roberta-of-hungerford.co.uk

PODIATRIST / CHIROPODIST

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

CHIROPODIST MASSAGE THERAPIST/REFLEXOLOGIST

ACUPUNCTURE

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BUSINESS HERE.

THE ADVISER GETS

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Nigel Barttelot, Psycho-dynamic Counsellor. Results for individuals and couples 01672 515997

COUNSELLING / PSYCHO-THERAPY

HUNGERFORD JOINERY COMPANY LTD

All Bespoke joinery undertaken

Mark Hopkins Master Craftsman

www.hungerfordjoinery.comTel: 01488 681979

Mob: 07786 385291

1 Bridge Street, Hungerford0845 388 1782

www.tonichealthboutique.com

Pukka teas20% OFF

Advertise your business here for as little as £5.00 per week

THE ADVISER

Continued from page 1...Alex says it is a natural progression from Casanova restaurant

at The Three Swans Hotel from which modern kitchens provide fresh lasagne, pasta, sauces etc.

The delicatesen is mainly but not solely Italian. A delicious range of cheeses come from Italy, France and Britain. Local chutney and jams are supplied from Suzie Preserves. Olives and olive oil are in profusion.

A wide range of wines and spirits are to hand. There is much, much more including hams and Italian chocolate.

If you have not already done so, Casanova @ Home is defi nitely worth your time visiting in central Bridge Street.

CASANOVA @ HOME SETS HIGH STANDARD IN BRIDGE

STREET, HUNGERFORD

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FEBRUARY 20121: Hung’d WI Crft Hll 7.30pm1: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm1: Oak Tree Lunch - 3 Swans 12.302: Green Drinks 8pm The Plume3: Marlb Downs Movies - TBC5: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps6: Marlb Embroidery Guild11: Community Cafe, Hung Meth Ch13: Marlb. Hung. ladies’ lunch at Bear13: Marlb Embroidery Guild17: Marlb Downs Movies - Gala event21: Marlb Embroidery Guild21: MU AGM/Fish & Chips Crft Hall 1pm24: Acoustic Night Marlb Town FCl24: Marlb Downs Movies - time TBC26: Hungerford Farmers Market27: Marlb Embroidery Guild

MARCH 20121: Green Drinks 8pm The Plume3: eenie meenie mkt HT Hall 2-4pm4: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps5: Marlb Embroidery Guild6: Marlb Embroidery Guild7: Hung’d WI Crft Hll 7.30pm7: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm7: Oak Tree Lunch - 3 Swans 12.309: Mlb Folk Roots St Marys Ch 8pm12: Marlb. Hung ladies’ lunch at Bear16: Marlb Downs Movies - times TBC20: Marlb Embroidery Guild20: MU Jack Russell lunch 123023: Mlb Folk Roots St Marys Ch 8pm23: Rotary Antiques Supper25: Hungerford Farmers Market26: Marlb Embroidery Guild27: MU Lady Day/Tea St.Law. 1430

30: Open Mic night - MTFC

APRIL 20121: HEAT walk 10am Town Hall steps2: Marlb. Hung. ladies’ lunch at Bear2: Marlb Embroidery Guild3: Marlb Embroidery Guild4: Hung’d WI Crft Hll 7.30pm4: Oak Tree Lunch - 3 Swans 12.304: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm5: Green Drinks 8pm The Plume5: Mlb Folk Roots St Marys Ch 8pm16: Marlb Embroidery Guild17: Marlb Embroidery Guild17: MU “Tall Ships”, Crft Hall 143021: Mlb Folk Roots St Marys Ch 8pm22: Hungerford Farmers Market27: Open Mic night - MTFC29: ARK Meadow Day 9.30am30: Marlb Embroidery Guild

MAY 20122: Oak Tree Lunch - 3 Swans 12.302: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm11: Mlb Folk Roots St Marys Ch 8pm14: Marlb, Hung ladies’ lunch at Bear14: Marlb Embroidery Guild15: Marlb Embroidery Guild15: MU “Messy Church”, C Hall 143021/22: Marlb Embroidery Guild25: Open Mic night - MTFC28: Marlb Embroidery Guild

JUNE 20126: Marlb WI Wesley Hall 7.30pm9: Marlb Embroidery Guild11: Marlb. Hung. ladies’ lunch at Bear

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garage doors

Repairs, Locks, Automatic Operators, New doors, Fixquick Garage Doors, 01488 648016 www.fi xmygaragedoor.co.uk

tattoo studio

White Horse Tattoo Studio 48b High Street Hungerford 01488 683226 www.whitehorsetattoo.co.uk

THE HALFWAYBistro & Piano Bar

Open Tuesday - Saturday Lunch 12 noon - 2.30pm Dinner 7pm - 9.30pm Sunday 12 noon - 4.30pm

Bath Road, Newbury RG20 8NR Tel: 01488 [email protected] www.thehalfwaybistro.com

Heads to Tails, DOG GROOMING IN HUNGERFORD.07733 156064 / 01488 682999

Dog Grooming

curtain maker

Experienced curtain maker 01672 871496

Tuition

Spanish classes. All levels. GCSE support. Experienced teacher. Tel. 01672 871382.

Kenda FashionExclusive Ladies

FashionBridge St, Hungerford

T: 01488 644 653E: [email protected]

Weekly classes in Tap, Modern & Ballet Dance.

3 years and above at Hungerford Nursery School, The Croft

Gill: 07729 763759 Sarah: 07753 [email protected]

The Iron Lady

The iron(ing) lady service. Excellent rates. Marlborough and surrounding area 01672 514907

THE FIVE BELLS

Tel: 01488 657993Baydon Rd, Wickham, Newbury, Berks RG20 8HH

www.fi vebellswickham.co.uk

at Wickham RG20 8HH

Traditional Sunday Roast Quality Food All Day

Good selection of Real AlesFamilies welcome

the adviser

Advertise here for as little as £5+VAT. Call 01488 682328

��Tuesday to Saturday.www.thelobsterpot.net

Tel: 01488 686770 (ext 5)Cobbs Farm Shop, Hungerford

The Hare Restaurant and Bar

Ermin Street Lambourn Woodlands Berkshire RG17 7SD. Tel: 01488 71386 www.theharerestaurant.co.ukErmin Street Lambourn Woodlands Berkshire RG17 7SD.

To Let

Spacious fully furnished one bed fl at. Hungerford High Street. Competitive rates 01208 872908

ADVISER NEWS SPOTSCOUNCIL JUBILEE DISCUSSIONHungerford town councillor’s will discuss the outcome of last Wednesday’s Queen’s jubilee meeting at the council’s meeting on Monday night. Suggestions to date are for a big weekend of June 2,3,4 with a major event in the Croft area and smaller street parties in various areas.LEISURE CENTRE PUBLICITYHungerford Leisure Centre would increase publicity on its ser-vices, Cr Margaret Wilson told Tuesday night’s Hungerford Town council recreation, amenities and war memorials committee meet-ing.CEMETRY REGULATIONS DEBATEHungerford Town Council’s recreation, amenities and war memo-rials committee will debate regulations at St Saviour’s cemetery including reservations of burial plots. GIANT SCREEN FOR JUBILEE?Hungerford Rotary Club is considering hiring The Croft Hall to screen the Queen’s silver Jubilee boat procession. HOCKTIDE BELLRINGER DISCUSSIONHungerford is likely to be without a bellringer (Town Crier) un-til hocktide when a replacement for the late Robin Tubb will be discussed.150TH RAILWAY ANNIVERSARYDistrict Councillor David Holtby has notifi ed of elaborate cel-ebrations planned for the 150th anniversary of the opening of the Berks and Hants Extension Railway to Hungerford.

HOME EDUCATIONPERSONAL TUTORS

Specialising in Maths, English, Science, Speech & Drama to GCSE level

01672 520234

KENNET TUTORSExpert professional Coaching

& Tuition by experienced local tutors in all main subjects. All ages.

CONTACT:- CALL: 01672 810032

www.kennettutors.org.uk

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1st

Direct Cars

01488 68 11 82

of Hungerford

The 1st & only number you’ll ever need.

www.hungerford-cabs.co.uk

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE. THE ADVISER GETS RESULTS

TEL: 01488 682328

GRANDE Menswear Affordable Quality clothing for Big & Tall Men

Sizes:Chest (Big): 1XL – 8XLWaist (Big): 42” – 70” Chest (Tall): LT - 3XLTWaist (Tall): 32” – 50”

www.grandemenswear.co.uk

For all your vehicle servicing and repair needs

Unit 5, Charnham Lane, Hungerford, Berks, RG17 0EY t: 01488 684045

• Over 21 years’ experience in the independent garage sector • Up-to-date diagnostic equipment

• MOT appointments arranged • No job too small

NOW OPEN inHUNGERFORD

Andrew Charles Tilley

ELIZABETH MCINDOE SCHOOL OF DANCING

ROYAL ACADEMY OF

DANCEBallet Classes for children from 3yrs.

Venues: Hungerford,Marlborough,Pewsey & Ramsbury - RAD Registered Teachers

Tel: 01672 520514 E: [email protected] www.lizmcdance.co.uk

Charlton Park Garden Centre

Supplying a large variety of products including bird seed, hay, dog treats, plants and cut fl owers

Special PromotionWild Bird Seed 20kgs £13.00

HUNGERFORD WEDNESDAY MARKET

CAN I HELP?Do you have an elderly rela� ve or

friend that would benefi t from a li� le help in the home or just company.I hold an NVQ in adult social care.

I have 18 years experience in this fi eld.For further informa� on please give me a ring.

Dee 07796 124874 GSGSGNew Year SALE NOW ON

Please Check www.gsautocentre.co.uk

Wantage Road, Great Shefford, Berkshire RG17 7DA

Tel: 01488 648055

MoT Testing Station & Body ShopOpen Mon to Fri - 8:30 to 5:30 Sat - 9 to 5 Sunday -10 to 4 (Car Sales)

Up to 30 cars in stock. Check www.gsautocentre.co.uk

SUBARU FORESTER 2.0 AWD S-TURBO, PETROL, 5DR, ESTATE, ‘02, £2,995

LAND ROVER DISCOVERY 2.7 TD V6 HSE, LEATHER TRIM, 69K

MILES, ‘05, £15,995

MAZDA TRIBUTE 3.0 V6 4WD, LPG CONVERSION, 2 OWNERS,

LONG MOT, ‘02, £4,495

ROVER 75 2.0 V6 CLUB, AUTO, F/S/H, 2 OWNERS, PETROL, 84K MILES, ‘01, £1,295

SUBARU IMPREZA 2.0 GX 4WD, 48KK MILES, 5SPD, MAN, A/C,

ALLOYS, ‘02, £3,895

MERCEDES AVANT GARDE A160L, 5DR, AUTO,

HATCHBACK, ‘04, £3,295

JUST REDUCED

TO

JUST REDUCED

TO

www.theclothesshopnewbury.co.uk

The Clothes ShopThe Clothes Shop

Telephone 01635 47832

9.15am - 5pm Tuesday to Saturday - Free Street Parking - 12 Pound St Newbury RG14 6AA

Winter’s Here!We still have fantastic bargains on

Cashmere and Alpaca to keep you warm

SUBARU OUTBACK 2.5 SE, 1YR MOT, TAXED, NEW SHAPE,

ALLOYS, ‘07, £8,785

JUST REDUCED

TO

FREELANDER 2.0 TD4 SERENGETI SW, UP TO 40MPG,

MUST BE SEEN ‘02, £3,995

VW GOLF 2.0 S CONVERTIBLE, 2DR, PETROL, MANUAL, ELEC ROOF, F/S/H, ‘01, £1,995

My name is Lucinda and I am the owner at the new toy shop, Toys at No.10, that opened last year in Hungerford.

We stock many products made in England as well as made in Germany, however we also stock a company called Lanka Kade.

Lanka Kade, translated means the Sri Lankan Shop. The company produce beautiful, colourful and unique hand made wooden toys. All their products are made by the communities and therefore are fair trade which is very important to us and we love to support the communities.

Tomorrow, Saturday February 4 it is Sri Lanka’s Independence day. We will be offering 10% off all fair trade products that day only and will be fl ying the Sri Lankan fl ag in our shop window.

This will not only raise the awareness of such a fantastic company but it will also promote the importance of fair trade products.

A LITTLE NEWS STORY FOR HUNGERFORD

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For free estimates and professional advice callMark Holsman on 01488-71117

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We carry out the service maintenance and installation

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• New fl oors installed • Old fl oors restored• Uncompromised quality

Excellent solid wood fl ooring

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Specialising in ...Tiling, Slating, Flat Roofi ng, Lead work and all aspects of roof refurbishment.

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BUILDING SERVICES

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New build, extensions, alterations, brickwork, patios, carpentry, joinery & loft conversions Fully insured, Architectural

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Hungerford had to battle all the way in this tough local derby before getting the three points which kept them in second place in the league, but there is a hard programme

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Hungerford Rotarians at their 25th club anniversary dinner at Elcot Park Hotel recently were presented with a blockbuster surprise.

Deputy Lord Lieutenant Mrs Adrian Scrope presented the club with a cheque for £1000 in recognition of its substantial work for the community.

As guest speaker she said she fully appreciated the work carried out by Rotary over a broad spectrum from international to local.

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How some individuals make great fortunes out of a bright idea has been a perpetual source of wonder and, having met many self-made millionaires, it is difficult to decide which one

I admire most. Certainly, the most astonishing, as well as the most rumbustious example I have encountered was Alan Bristow, founder of the highly successful Bristow Helicopters, who was a close friend and neighbour in Surrey for many years. I record the story of his first million as he told it to me.

Alan learned to fly helicopters while serving in the Fleet Air Arm during World War 2 and became so captivated by the possibilities of hovering flight that he decided to centre his life around them. In 1949, he was in French Indo-China (now Vietnam) hoping to sell helicopters to the French forces who were trying to stave off a determined attempt to end their colonial power. In one demonstration, he managed to rescue several French soldiers who were surrounded by the enemy, for which he was awarded the Croix de Guerre.

He then moved to the Antarctic where the extraordinary Greek shipping magnate, Aristotle Onassis, was operating a whaling fleet. During the four years he worked for Onassis, Alan demonstrated the power of the helicopter for finding whales and learned so much about them that he conceived the idea of a humane harpoon to be fired from a helicopter.

First, to his great surprise, he found that he could hover low over a whale without disturbing it. The whale simply ignored the machine. This gave him the idea of developing a harpoon which would instantly kill the whale with a powerful electric shock generated by equipment on the helicopter and passing through a wire attached to the harpoon. Having no barbs on it, the harpoon could then be withdrawn and wound back on to the helicopter.

Then he demonstrated not only that his idea would work but found that the shock made the tongue of the whale block the opening to its

lungs so that the carcase always floated and could be collected by the mother whaling-ship later. In all respects, his humane harpoon was far less cruel than the standard barbed harpoon fired into the body with all the consequent struggle.

So, in 1951, having patented his equipment, he set up a company called Air Whaling with every intention of selling it. He managed to do so to a Dutch whaling company in extraordinary circumstances. The company, which had an office in London, insisted on paying him in cash and, after receiving it, Alan found himself on an Underground train carrying a suitcase containing £1 million in banknotes!

Not long afterwards, the International Whaling Commission banned hunting by helicopter because it was so efficient that it would rapidly deplete the whale population!

With his new capital Alan set up Bristow Helicopters which was quick to exploit the oil boom, servicing rigs at sea. The company was such a huge success that when Alan finally lost it in a take-over battle he received so much in recompense that he came to my house to tell me and my wife ‘I’m not just a millionaire, now! I’m a multi-multi-multi millionaire!’ Only Alan could have said it.

Our last meeting, shortly before he died in 2009 aged 85, was at The Vineyard at Stockcross where, sitting in a wheelchair, he and his wife, Heather, gave lunch to my wife and me. He was as irrepressible as ever.

Whatever Alan Bristow was he was the only one of it.

RECOLLECTIONS OF AN EXCITING LIFE

A WHALE OF AN IDEA

CHAPMAN PINCHERBY

JACK WILLIAMS

A TALE OF THREE BRIDGES

MEMORIES OF HUNGERFORD & THE KENNET VALLEY

Once again the town is disrupted by necessary infrastructure repairs, nothing to compare

with the Gas board situation last year but still annoying if you are a dedicated walker as I still strive to be.

I am amongst the first to fully appreciate the need for pedestrian relief

on the canal bridge; the danger has been realised for a very long time. I remember back in the 50s and 60s the town council was receiving reports of dangers for walkers on the bridge. The late Hugh Hassall was an advocate of providing a solution. The camber of the west footpath leads a pedestrian dangerously close to the edge and as I grow older and regularly worship at the Bridge Street Methodist Church I am very conscious of the proximity of passing traffic. I am told that the prefabricated bridge should be arriving on site at the end of February and I am sure will be welcomed by all pedestrians. Sorry to hear that the half round coping bricks will not be replaced but then nothing is absolutely perfect.

Next week: Bridge No. 2. The Croft.

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Marlborough St John’s School teacher Martin

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BRIDGE WORK IS ACCORDING TO PLANHungerford’s footbridge over the Kennet and Avon C anal was going to plan, Cr Roger Thompson told the last Hungerford Town Council meeting.

27.1.12£200 CHEQUE HELPS JUNIOR PLAYERSRotarians Annabel King, Hungerford Rotary Club’s Junior Vice President and Bruce Mayhew, surround-ed by the Inkpen team, are seen presenting a £200 cheque to Rob Cox, Secretary, of the Hungerford Rugby Club Juniors to help pay to organise the costs of the Club’s Annual District Primary School’s Rug-by Tournament. Annabel commented “just how im-pressed she was with 20 school turning out from the District. There were so many happy smiling faces enjoying the occasion.......even in such cold weather too”Hungerford won the 5/6 year team sector and Bur-bage the 3/4 year one

27.1.12LOCAL POLICE NEWSI just thought I would update you with recent news for your information. Overnight on Tuesday 17th January 2012 a number of motor vehicles were broken into and items re-moved.The vehicles targeted were vans and tools were tak-en. This occurred within the Town Centre area of Hungerford. We are asking for residents of the local community to ensure that their vehicles are secure and for them to remain vigilant. We are asking for any witnesses to contact us on the 101 Thames Valley Police Number. If you have been a subject of similar crime over the last 10 days then please let us know if you haven’t done already. We have received a report from a concerned resi-dent of Inkpen after they received a posted letter about sending money to China as there is a substan-tial amount of money that can be claimed. This in-formation has been passed over to the police and no money exchanged, however we wanted to send out a message to other residents who may have received similar. DO NOT send money to businesses that you do not know. -Claire DREWITT Neighbourhood Specialist Offi cer.

i-phone THEFT IN HIGH STREETTwo foreign looking girls distracted a Hungerford businesswoman and stole her i-phone last Thursday. She reported the theft to police. The girls were later seen begging in the High Street. Information to PCSO Deborah Randall on 07970 145703 please.

The little piggies that won’t be going to marketOld age is no barrier to living life to the full accord-ing to 76 year old Dick Miles. Born in Burbage, but living most of his life in Marlborough, Dick served an apprenticeship with Peter Nicolls Antique shop, long since gone from the high street. Here he learned a bit about wood turning and a great deal about upholster-ing, skills which would serve him well. On returning from Cyprus having completed his Na-tional Service, he set up on his own in the upholstery and carpet laying business. Although he retired over 10 years ago, Dick remains as busy as ever, his wood turning skills providing a great hobby. He recently delighted the children of St Mary’s Infant School, by making every single child a little wooden piggy for Christmas. These were under the tree in the church at the end of term service in which children sang their way through over a dozen songs, much to the delight of all.His many activities, which include visiting the Jubilee Centre once a week, endless woodworking, attend-ing church and generally helping out where needed, keep him busy and in touch. He’s a great believer in the power of a good chat to keep happy and positive. However, his favourite two hours of the week are spent listening to children read at St Mary’s School. He stepped into the shoes of his great friend Buster Cox, who sadly died last year.Dick is wondering whether he should embark on a new project, making Jubilee Piggies complete with red, white and blue ribbons. Local crafts or souvenirs are often sought by tourists, but the town seems rather short on items aimed at the souvenir market. It may fall to Dick to lead the way, perhaps some younger crafty entrepreneurs might follow his lead. -Val. Compton


TOWN BAND RAISES OVER£650 FOR POPPY APPEALOn Saturday 12th November Hungerford Town Band performed their annual charity concert in aid of the Royal British Legion ‘Poppy Appeal’. A packed Hall enjoyed a wide ranging programme including items such as the overture ‘Zampa’, the en-chanting melody ‘The Ashokan Farewell’ and the march ‘Honest Toil’. Solo items were ‘Cry me a river’ by James Healey on Cornet, ‘Crazy’ by Phillip Carter on Flugel Horn and ‘The Brigadier’ by Andrew Tilley on Euphonium. The fi rst half was brought to a rousing conclusion by the Training Band.The highlight of the evening was the moving rendition of music from the fi lm’ Zulu’ including narration by Jack Williams.The evening raised over £650 for the Poppy Appeal.The Band can next be heard at their Christmas Concert on Saturday 10th December in Hungerford Corn Ex-change at 7.30pm.

DOGS BEING STOLEN TO FIGHTDistrict landholders are being warned of gangs stealing dogs to use in fi ghting.POLICE REPORT TO COUNCILLORSSHOP SAFEHungerford town councillors were told before their last meeting that the Shop Safe programme was receiving good response.CHARITY BOX THEFTSPolice said charity box theft was not isolated to Hun-gerford and had been widespread with a foreign gang operating.DOG POOPolice report groing concern at dog poo in Hungerford. Fines for abuse are up to £500. Hungerford Town Coun-cil would like to hear from residents who can identify problem areas. Tel. 686195.VANDALISM AND THEFTSome vandalism and theft had occurred in Hungerford and residents were warned to keep cars locked.

26th October 2011: Dr Hugh Pihlens – “From Latvia to Hungerford”Over a hundred members of the Hungerford Histori-cal Association were treated to an excellent talk by Dr Hugh Pihlens last Wednesday night. Dr Pihlens was a very popular and highly respected GP in Hungerford for all his professional life but his talk focused on his family links with Latvia. His grandfather had been a Latvian nationalist revo-lutionary in the early 20th century and had to escape in the hold of a German cargo ship from the Russian police and their bayonets. Eventually as a non-English speaking Protestant refugee he arrived in England and was befriended by a Church of England vicar and given employment and sanctuary by the vicar’s family. He met and married an English girl and they settled down in the West Country where Dr Pihlens was born. A wonderful story much appreciated by the audience, a lot of whom resolved to research their own family his-tory.The next talk will be given by The Countess of Car-narvon “Lady Almina and the Real Downton Abbey” on Wednesday, November 23rd at 7.30pm in the Corn Exchange, Hungerford. -Shelagh Parry

RESIDENTS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF WORKResidents near Hungerford’s priory will be notifi ed of 18 months of demolition and construction work at the request of Cr Jean HutchingsDistrict councillor Paul Hewer assured Hungerford town councillors before their last meeting that any valuable waste materials from the project would be salvaged.

CRAMP ACT TO SOLVE PARKINGPROBLEMS IN MARLBOROUGHOver 200 households or businesses have received a sur-vey form from CRAMP (Cars, Residents And Marlbor-ough Parking) The pilot survey is the fi rst step in an attempt to sort out the huge problem of parking in Marl-borough for residents, shoppers and workers. CRAMP are supported by Wiltshire Council and Marlborough Town Council. -Val Compton

CHECK CEMETERY REGULATIONSPeople with loved-ones buried in St Saviour’s Ceme-tery at Hungerford are being urged to check cemetery regulations regulating grave memorials.Hungerford Town Council’s recreation, amenities and war memorials committee was told on Tuesday night by the mayor Cr Martin Crane that strict regulations had been introduced aimed at keeping the cemetery in a tidy state.


A Boost for Manton Village HallA grant of £1,000 was agreed by the Finance & Policy committee of Marlborough Town Council for Manton Village Hall. It was noted that the enthusiastic group that ran the hall had already raised a considerable amount. There is a plan to mark the Diamond Jubi-lee with a celebration that will hopefully raise further money, 50% of which will be donated to Riding for the Disabled. -Val Compton

Promotion of Tourism in MarlboroughAt the Marlborough Town council Finance & Policy meeting this week, councillors voted to support the pro-posal to go ahead with the design and production of leaf-lets for visitors to the town. It was proposed that a series of leafl ets be written, each one covering a different angle of Marlborough, such as the shops, the history, where to eat or stay etc. It is hoped they will be ready for a busy Summer which includes the Olympics and Diamond Ju-bilee celebrations. -Val Compton

Zumba into 2012If you think Zumba classes are the province of the young and very fi t – think again. Lau Vergara who runs Zumba classes from Monday to Friday, realised the need to run a “cool” class for those who are not quite so fi t or even quite so young. Class times and venues vary throughout the week so there is likely to be a class near you at a time you can attend.Says Lau, “No special gear is needed – just comfort-able clothes, trainers will do for footwear but most important, a willingness to have fun for an hour”. Details of Zumba classes (along with the cool classes or toning sessions) are available from Lau on 07747 61 71 99 or on http://ZwithLau.blogspot.com

Claire Perry MP and Parliamentary Anglers urge swift action to help the struggling River Kennet On 14th January 2012, Claire Perry, MP for the Devizes Constituency, took the current and former Chairmen of the Parliamentary All Party Angling group to see the unprecedentedly low water levels on the River Kennet. The group met representatives from Action for the River Kennet (ARK) and local residents at Manton near Marlborough to inspect the dry river bed and discuss solutions. Commenting, Claire Perry said:“Rainfall has been low for the last 18 months but it is the abstraction of water from the Kennet by Thames(Photograph courtesy of Marlborough News Online) Water that is the real concern. I welcome the Government’s commitment to reforming abstraction tariffs in their recent White Paper and we know that Thames Water are working hard to educate people on the need for water conservation with their “Care for the Kennet” campaign. Ultimately, though, we need to get the relief pipeline built for Swindon as this is the only thing that will protect the Kennet long term. By working with my Parliamentary colleagues including those here today we can keep the pressure up on Thames Water, Ofwat and on Ministers to get this urgent project underway”. Charles Walker MP, current chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Angling Group said:“As much as I enjoyed visiting Claire’s constituency, I was horrifi ed at the tragic state of the River Kennet. As a passionate fi sherman and in my capacity as the Chairman of the All Party Parliamentary Group for Angling, I will fully support Claire and the ARK’s Campaign to restore fl ows to this beautiful river. The Angling group will be lobbying the Government.” Claire was joined on her visit by; Charles Walker MP for Broxbourne, Chair of the All Party Parliamentary Angling Group; Martin Salter, formerly MP for Reading, who is now the Campaigns Director for the Angling Trust; Dr Geoffrey Findlay, Martin Gibson, John Lawson and Charlotte Hitchmough from ARK and local resi-dents.· Figures from Thames Water show that rainfall in the local catchment area (Upper Thames) for 2011 was on average 20.42mm less than the 90 year long term average. Thames Water has said it would need around 80% of its long-term average winter rainfall to rule out the likelihood of drought-related water-use restrictions next year.· The proposed pipeline by Thames Water would link the water supplies for South and North Swindon to enable more water for the town to be taken from the Thames. Discussions between Thames Water and the Water Services Regulation Authority (Ofwat) are ongoing.

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