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Tale Of Chandler’s Ford Vicarage

December 11, 2013 By Janet Williams 3 Comments

I like taking random pictures of Chandler’s Ford. Last week, I found that the Vicarage of the parish church got a new sign.

Would you like to see the difference of the old and new signs?

The old sign of the Vicarage of the Parish Church of Chandler’s Ford used to carry a bold white word “VICARAGE” against the cherry red background. [Read more…] about Tale Of Chandler’s Ford Vicarage

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Don’t Miss The Nine Lessons And Carols In Chandler’s Ford (2013)

December 10, 2013 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

St. Boniface Church in Chandler's Ford

Update: This event took place in 2013.

Don’t miss…
The Nine Lessons and Carols
at Parish of Chandler’s Ford, St Boniface CofE Church,
Hursley Road SO53 2FT [Read more…] about Don’t Miss The Nine Lessons And Carols In Chandler’s Ford (2013)

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Meeting Carolyn Darbyshire MBE

December 9, 2013 By Janet Williams 9 Comments

Carolyn Darbyshire MBE, June 2013 at Buckingham Palace.

I’m sure you recognise Lyn from Chandler’s Ford. Ask any Scout in Chandler’s Ford and they’ll tell you who this remarkable lady is.

Carolyn (known as Lyn) Darbyshire MBE is the District Commissioner of the Chandler’s Ford District Scouts.

She received her MBE from HRH Prince Charles in June this year, [Read more…] about Meeting Carolyn Darbyshire MBE

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Chandler’s Ford Street Pastors: Listening, Caring And Helping

December 9, 2013 By Janet Williams

New street pastors of Chandler's Ford.

There are many types of graduation celebration in life. In Chandler’s Ford last weekend, there was an amazing, unique graduation celebration.

It was a graduation celebration for the new street pastors in Chandler’s Ford. You may even recognise some of them.

The newly commissioned street pastors are [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Street Pastors: Listening, Caring And Helping

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Guess The Churches

December 9, 2013 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Which church has this image on its windows?

Christmas is the time when some people may go to the church. This may be your first time visiting the local church in Chandler’s Ford.

I took 2 pictures of our local churches recently.

Could you identify the churches? [Read more…] about Guess The Churches

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Buying Christmas Trees At Fryern Arcade

December 4, 2013 By Janet Williams 5 Comments

Jimmy Peters selling Christmas trees at Fryern Arcade.

Jimmy is back! Christmas must be near.

If you have been around Chandler’s Ford for years, you’ll definitely recognise Jimmy Peters, the Christmas trees seller just outside Fryern Arcade in Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Buying Christmas Trees At Fryern Arcade

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Age Concern Carol Service At Methodist Church

December 4, 2013 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

Chandler's Ford Age Concern, Brownhill Road, behind Co-op

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

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What Can You Do To Support Eastleigh Basics Bank?

November 23, 2013 By Janet Williams 16 Comments

Dave Keating: improving awareness of Eastleigh Basics Bank.

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?

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Eastleigh Town Centre: St John Ambulance

November 23, 2013 By Janet Williams 10 Comments

St. John volunteers - ready for switching on of Eastleigh’s Christmas lights event last November.

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

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Eastleigh Town Centre Filled With Joy Today

November 23, 2013 By Janet Williams 8 Comments

In Eastleigh today: Obi Wan Kenobi and Stormtrooper from Star Wars, and Predator.

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

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Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present Bunkered From 28 – 30 November 2013

November 23, 2013 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

MDG Players

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

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Story Of Chandler’s Ford War Memorial

November 13, 2013 By Janet Williams 9 Comments

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

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Eastleigh War Memorials

November 12, 2013 By chippy minton 4 Comments

Eastleigh War Memorial

Something that guidebooks to Eastleigh tell you is that the design of the town’s war memorial is “very unusual”. 

What provides this distinction is the figure of the Angel of Mons on the top.

However, as far as I know, none of the guidebooks explain why Eastleigh does have an angel [Read more…] about Eastleigh War Memorials

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10th Anniversary: Celebrating Chandler’s Ford Station Re-opening

October 12, 2013 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Chandler's Ford 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

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The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church

October 2, 2013 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

The Spitfires, Chandler's Ford

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

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Hog Roast And Murder: The Hursley Homicide

July 9, 2013 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

Murder Mystery in Chandler's Ford, St. Martin in the Wood. By Mystery in History.

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

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From Old To New: Furniture Upholstery And Restoration In Chandler’s Ford

July 3, 2013 By Janet Williams 6 Comments

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

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Enchanting Hursley Post Office

June 26, 2013 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

Hursley post office image. Hursley is near Winchester.

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

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Summer Tea Party St St. Boniface Church

June 23, 2013 By Janet Williams 1 Comment

Summer Tea Party at St. Boniface Church, of Eastleigh Borough

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

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What’s Silly Sock Day?

June 4, 2013 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

What’s Silly Sock Day?

Autism Awareness Day is on Friday 14th June. Hampshire Autistic Society would like you to get involved by taking part in Silly Sock Day.
[Read more…] about What’s Silly Sock Day?

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