The Age Concern Carol Service at the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church this afternoon was brilliant.
The Rev. Peter Cornick made us think about the true meaning of Christmas. Is Christmas just about shopping and eating? He asked.
Both the Thornden Wind Band and the Toynbee School choir performed beautifully at the carol service. [Read more…] about Age Concern Carol Service At Methodist Church
The Eastleigh Basics Bank is a brilliant organisation. It gives practical support to individuals and families in financial crisis.
Eastleigh Town Centre today has been turned into a scene of carnival.
In the morning, I saw Dave Keating, the shop manager of Eastleigh Basics Bank, [Read more…] about What Can You Do To Support Eastleigh Basics Bank?
In Eastleigh Town centre this morning, I saw a huge presence of St John Ambulance.
You may know that today the world is celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Doctor Who. It is The Day of the Doctor. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Town Centre: St John Ambulance
I didn’t realise today is such an important day in Eastleigh when I went to town this morning.
I was totally surprised by what I saw in such a vibrant town centre: happy people, live band, free soup and food, rock climbing, charity stalls, and even Star Wars and Predator characters were in town. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Town Centre Filled With Joy Today
The fantastic Chandler’s Ford MDG Players (Methodist Church Drama Group) will be performing Bunkered by Lynn Brittney, on Thursday 28th, Friday 29th and Saturday 30th November 2013 at 7.30 pm.
They will perform in the Methodist Church Hall, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present Bunkered From 28 – 30 November 2013
When you walk along Hursley Road in Chandler’s Ford, outside the Parish Church, do you ever pause and look at the Chandler’s Ford War Memorial? Do you ever read the names on the stones?
Chandler’s Ford resident Hazel Bateman told me this story of the War Memorial at the St. Boniface Church, Parish of Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Story Of Chandler’s Ford War Memorial
Divine Dining!
Congratulations! Now the Parish of Chandler’s Ford has got its very own Cookery Book!
Thanks to the parishioners of Chandler’s Ford, The 27-page Divine Dining is now on sale for £3 only.
Divine Dining makes a great Christmas gift [Read more…] about Divine Dining – Parish Of Chandler’s Ford Cookery Book
On the 13th of October 2013 (Sunday), Chandler’s Ford celebrated the 10th anniversary of the re-opening of the Chandler’s Ford train station.
It was a beautiful celebration. The weather was typically British.
Local people got together for an afternoon of joyous celebration. [Read more…] about Reminiscing The Old Chandler’s Ford Train Station
It’s the day all of us have been waiting for!
Chandler’s Ford rail station re-opened 10 years ago. On October 13 (Sunday), there will be a grand celebration to mark the event.
The celebration [Read more…] about 10th Anniversary: Celebrating Chandler’s Ford Station Re-opening
The 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band will present The Spitfires this weekend.
Performing at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church on the 5th October, the band are celebrating their 45th Anniversary, and also the launch of their new Corps of Drums.
Date: Saturday on the 5th of October 2013 at 7.30pm [Read more…] about The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church
For their October production, The Chameleons of Chandler’s Ford will be staging The Nightingales, a comedy set in the 1950’s.
It’s the 1950s and this charming comedy introduces the Nightingales, members of a theatrical family who perform more at home than they do on the stage.
Will anyone find their true love? [Read more…] about New Comedy “The Nightingales” By The Chameleons
Hampshire Open Studios: 17th – 26th August 2013. It’s a great chance for you to discover great art and support our local artists.
You can find out the location of the studios from Hampshire Open Studios website.
The participating artists have opened their studios and homes to showcase their work. [Read more…] about Hampshire Open Studios 2013: Chandler’s Ford Artists
Chandler’s Ford railway station is going to celebrate its 10th year birthday since its re-opening 10 years ago. The celebration will be on Sunday 13 October 2013 between 1pm and 4pm at the station.
A lot of people use Chandlers Ford Railway Station to travel into Romsey, Eastleigh and Southampton, as well as further afield. [Read more…] about 10th Anniversary Of Chandler’s Ford Railway Station Re-opening – 13 October 2013
If you visit Jane Austen’s house in Winchester, at No 8 College Street, you’ll see a plaque on the wall of the straw-coloured building, where Jane Austen spent the last few weeks of her life in 1817.
The plaque reads: In this house Jane Austen lived her last days and died. 18th July 1817. [Read more…] about Unusual Street Names In Chandler’s Ford: Gardner, Laidlaw And Morley
I’ve picked up a few books about Chandler’s Ford from the library and you may find them interesting.
1) Capt. A.A.J. Fortune: Chandlers Ford, 1859 – 1969. The book cover reads, “An account of the growth of Chandlers Ford from a hamlet to a village by 1897, now the largest residential area in the Borough of Eastleigh.”
Price for the book was 10/6. [Read more…] about Fascinating Books About Chandler’s Ford
Last weekend, I enjoyed a lovely evening trying to solve a murder mystery: The Hursley Homicide.
The Parish Church organised this fantastic event at St. Martin in the Wood.
We tried solving the murder mystery while enjoying a hog roast, fine wine and desserts. [Read more…] about Hog Roast And Murder: The Hursley Homicide
I visited Daniel Mulcahy, the owner of the furniture upholstery in the Central Precinct, in his shop in Chandler’s Ford a while ago.
Danny is an incredibly friendly and funny man. He told me fascinating stories about the Central Precinct, including what he saw on the day of the HSBC bank robbery in 2007. [Read more…] about From Old To New: Furniture Upholstery And Restoration In Chandler’s Ford
I saw this advert in the Hursley Fete pamphlet last week and I was quite mesmerised.
Hursley Post Office opens 7 days a week and its services include: national lottery, dry cleaning, ice cream, deliver newspapers & magazines, locally produced eggs, bread, milk & cakes, pre-ordered foreign currency, euros on demand, greeting cards and stationery. [Read more…] about Enchanting Hursley Post Office
Oh no, you missed the Summer Tea Party yesterday! (p/s: Not a lot of sun outdoor; warmth and laughter indoor.)
Our indulgence? Strawberries and cream, and wonderfully delicious homemade cakes and sandwiches.
Highlights of The Summer Tea Party at St. Boniface Church yesterday afternoon: [Read more…] about Summer Tea Party St St. Boniface Church
Do you still remember the day when Chandler’s Ford train station was opened?
It was exactly 10 years ago.
This year, Chandler’s Ford Train Station is celebrating its 10th anniversary. [Read more…] about Historical Pictures: Chandler’s Ford Train Station Opened 10 Years Ago
