Ray Fishman

About Ray Fishman

Originally from London, I moved to Chandler's Ford in 1993 with my job in the insurance industry. Married with 2 grown up children. I retired in 2010 leaving me time to concentrate on hobbies, including watching football, playing tennis, golf, badminton, and travelling.

In 2013 I helped set up the EASTLEIGH and CHANDLER'S FORD Fundraising Group for Marie Curie Cancer Care. If interested please call Ray Fishman 07521 151 761.

What Do You See Around You?

April 12, 2020 By Ray Fishman 5 Comments

Have you been out taking your daily exercise during the current lockdown? Maybe walking around your local area a touch more than usual?

Have you realised that you have taken just a little bit more of your precious time on these local walks too? No need to rush. After all you have got all day every day for the next few weeks!

The weather has been very conducive too.

Did you think to look that bit closer than usual at some of the things you would normally not even notice? Maybe you were just rushing from A to B. before. Probably driving! [Read more…] about What Do You See Around You?

Tags: adventure, Chandler's Ford, Covid-19, days out, education, nature, Otterbourne, walking

Coronavirus Emergency Appeal for Marie Curie

April 6, 2020 By Ray Fishman 2 Comments

As you may already be aware, I support Marie Curie and chair the local Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford Fundraising Group. Thank you to everyone who has generously supported our activities in the past.

Marie Curie are experiencing very challenging times both in delivering services for people with terminal illnesses and with ongoing fundraising during the coronavirus pandemic.

Every March the Charity raises millions of pounds with the Great Daffodil Appeal. Most of this was lost because of the current situation. Also the Marie Curie shops have had to close.

I realise that many Charities are asking for help at this time and you may be supporting one or more of those. However in light of this critical situation, I am reaching out to you on behalf of Marie Curie to ask for your help.

Every day and night, Marie Curie Nurses and frontline staff give vital support to dying people and their families, in their homes and in hospices across the UK. At this time of national emergency, when the NHS is being put under extreme strain, these crucial services are needed more than ever.

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, charity, community, Covid-19, Eastleigh, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Tennis In Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford

July 20, 2019 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

Are you looking for some social tennis in Eastleigh?

A small group of mature players play every Monday, Wednesday and Friday between 10 am and 12 am at Places for Leisure (formerly Fleming Park). It’s outdoor on hard court. [Read more…] about Tennis In Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, community, sports, tennis

Marie Curie Collections in and around Chandler’s Ford and Eastleigh

February 19, 2018 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

Great Daffodil Appeal

This year’s Great Daffodil Appeal gets underway shortly and we would be delighted if you could spare some time to volunteer locally at one of our collections.

Could you give one or two hours so Marie Curie Nurses can care for more people with terminal illnesses? Just 2 hours of your time provides around 4 hours of nursing care. [Read more…] about Marie Curie Collections in and around Chandler’s Ford and Eastleigh

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, charity, community, Eastleigh, event, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Valentine’s Dinner Dance

January 26, 2018 By Ray Fishman 1 Comment

How about celebrating Valentine’s Day and helping raise money for 2 charities?

A dinner dance will be held at Ampfield Golf Club on Friday 16th of February in aid of Marie Curie and the Southampton Centre for Cancer Immunology. [Read more…] about Valentine’s Dinner Dance

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Hiltingbury Tennis Club

December 4, 2017 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

Hiltingbury Tennis Club had another year of great social tennis this spring and summer. With several new members signing up the £25 annual subscription is great value. Members played at various times of the week and some weekends to suit everyone.

James Airey masterminded a fun mixed doubles competition which was completed on November 13th. [Read more…] about Hiltingbury Tennis Club

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, community, Eastleigh Borough Council, event, Hiltingbury, local interest, sports, tennis, The Hilt

Hiltingbury Tennis Club Update

May 13, 2017 By Ray Fishman 1 Comment

Note: The original post was published in May 2016. This is an updated post.

You may recall that in February last year I brought you news of the newly refurbished tennis courts at Hiltingbury Recreation ground. The final touches were done and they now look magnificent and Chandler’s Ford is lucky to have such great facilities.

Hiltingbury Tennis Club goes from strength to strength with new members joining our friendly and welcoming atmosphere. [Read more…] about Hiltingbury Tennis Club Update

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, community, Eastleigh Borough Council, event, Hiltingbury, local interest, sports, tennis, The Hilt

Charity Quiz in aid of Marie Curie Tuesday 28th Feb 2017

February 12, 2017 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

Fancy getting a team of 4 to 6 persons for a Quiz and Curry. It’s at the Concorde Club Eastleigh. Tuesday 28th Feb 2017 at 7.30 for 8 pm start. £12 a head. Alternative meal available.

Book direct with the Concorde at The Concorde Club. You will need to tell them your team name when you register. [Read more…] about Charity Quiz in aid of Marie Curie Tuesday 28th Feb 2017

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, community, event, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Eastleigh FC Supports Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal

March 3, 2016 By Ray Fishman 1 Comment

Eastleigh Football Club were delighted to support the Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal.

At the recent home game against Cheltenham Town, Marie Curie volunteers were invited to mingle with supporters receiving donations and giving out Daffodil pins to show support for the Marie Curie Nurses. [Read more…] about Eastleigh FC Supports Marie Curie Great Daffodil Appeal

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, charity, coffee shop, community, Eastleigh FC, event, fundraising, good neighbours, Hampshire, local interest, Marie Curie, Southampton

Hiltingbury Tennis Club

February 17, 2016 By Ray Fishman 2 Comments

Looking to play tennis in Chandler’s Ford?

Did you know that there is such a thing as the Hiltingbury Tennis Club? We’re looking for new members!

We are a small friendly club. We reserve courts to play social Adult Gents and Ladies Doubles tennis at Hiltingbury Recreation Ground on Wednesday evenings from April to September. [Read more…] about Hiltingbury Tennis Club

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, community, Eastleigh Borough Council, event, Hiltingbury, local interest, sports, tennis, The Hilt

CVathon for Marie Curie and Sophia’s Footsteps

November 23, 2015 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

What is a CVathon?

It is a 24 hour Cardiovascular challenge. And that is what happened for Charity at The Club at Chilworth Manor from 8p.m. Friday 25th September to 8 p.m. Saturday 26th September 2015.

Kris Hillary, Club Manager, and Mark Pedley, local businessman, asked friends and Club members to go through the pain barrier to raise much needed funds for Marie Curie, and a local girl Sophia Banger in Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about CVathon for Marie Curie and Sophia’s Footsteps

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, community, Eastleigh, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Another Triumph for Chameleon Theatre Company

July 24, 2015 By Ray Fishman 1 Comment

This week my wife and I attended the latest offering by our local Chameleon Theatre Company. We also took along someone new to this form of entertainment as we were sure that she would be hooked as we are to this talented group.

We were not disappointed. [Read more…] about Another Triumph for Chameleon Theatre Company

Tags: arts and crafts, Chameleon Theatre, Chandler's Ford, community, entertainment, event, Hursley Road, local interest, review, Ritchie Memorial Hall

Marie Curie and Sainsbury’s Eastleigh

June 19, 2015 By Ray Fishman 2 Comments

Marie Curie has been shortlisted to be Charity of the Year by Sainsbury’s Eastleigh.

As Chairman of Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford Fundraising Group for Marie Curie, I hope you could support us.

I recently made a presentation to their staff and we are on their short list of 3. [Read more…] about Marie Curie and Sainsbury’s Eastleigh

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, community, Eastleigh, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Public Consultation for Hiltingbury Tennis Courts

April 19, 2015 By Ray Fishman Leave a Comment

A public consultation is to be held on Wednesday 22nd April starting 13:45 (expected to run for a maximum 2 hours) at the Hocombe Hall at The Hilt, Hiltingbury Community Centre.

All tennis players are invited.

The background and purpose are as follows:
[Read more…] about Public Consultation for Hiltingbury Tennis Courts

Tags: Chandler's Ford, community, Eastleigh Borough Council, event, Hiltingbury, sports, tennis, The Hilt

A Very Chandler’s Ford Christmas Grotto: No.17 Peverells Wood Avenue

December 16, 2014 By Ray Fishman 2 Comments

Lyn Rummey and her husband have been holding Pop-up Charity tea parties at their house in Peverells Wood Avenue in Chandler’s Ford all summer, raising money for charity.

Now they have created a Christmas grotto, which is a delight for the youngsters and the young at heart. [Read more…] about A Very Chandler’s Ford Christmas Grotto: No.17 Peverells Wood Avenue

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, Christmas, coffee shop, community, event, good neighbours, hobby

Marie Curie Local Fundraising: Successful First Year

November 5, 2014 By Ray Fishman 5 Comments

Engaging with the local community, raising some funds for Marie Curie Nurses, and having some fun along the way.

These were the aims for the newly formed Eastleigh and Chandler’s Ford Fundraising Group for Marie Curie.

So far in 2014 over £4,500 has been raised, thanks to the generosity and participation of local supporters.
[Read more…] about Marie Curie Local Fundraising: Successful First Year

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, coffee shop, community, event, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Marie Curie Fundraising Success At Chandler’s Ford Asante

August 31, 2014 By Ray Fishman 4 Comments

The local community came together again in Chandler’s Ford to raise much needed funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care on August Bank Holiday.

A special Sunday opening of Asante Coffee Shop saw old and new friends sharing a cuppa and a chat. [Read more…] about Marie Curie Fundraising Success At Chandler’s Ford Asante

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, coffee shop, community, event, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

August 24: Asante For Marie Curie Cancer Care

August 12, 2014 By Ray Fishman 3 Comments

Asante Coffee shop, Winchester Road, Chandler’s Ford is opening specially on Sunday August 24th to raise funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

Asante proprietor Shirley Barter said the Asante coffee shops provide funds to assist young people in third-world countries to generate a living for themselves. [Read more…] about August 24: Asante For Marie Curie Cancer Care

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, coffee shop, community, event, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, Marie Curie

Fleming Park Leisure Centre Development

August 4, 2014 By Ray Fishman 1 Comment

Local people have the chance to share their views and ideas and find out more about the proposals to develop Fleming Park Leisure Centre at a series of exhibitions.

The new centre, that is planned to be complete in 2016, will include state of the art facilities and equipment with new and improved swimming pools, gym and main hall together with a range of other facilities.
[Read more…] about Fleming Park Leisure Centre Development

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, Eastleigh, Fleming Park, local interest

Pop-up Charity Tearoom In Chandler’s Ford

July 7, 2014 By Ray Fishman 11 Comments

Let me tell you about a fresh initiative in Chandler’s Ford. Have you heard about a new “Pop up” Charity Tearoom?

Once a month Lyn Rummey is offering tea and homemade cakes in the garden of her home at 17 Peverells Wood Avenue Chandler’s Ford SO53 2AX (see map).

Lyn had always dreamed of running her own tea room and has created an inviting and friendly environment [Read more…] about Pop-up Charity Tearoom In Chandler’s Ford

Tags: celebrations, Chandler's Ford, charity, coffee shop, community, good neighbours, hobby, interview, recommendations, review

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