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First Livestream Service from St Boniface Church; Crisis Care Team

March 22, 2020 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

First livestream service from St Boniface at 10am this morning, led by the Rev’d Ian Bird (Vicar).

CRISIS CARE TEAM from the Parish Church of Chandler’s Ford

“We have set up a team of volunteers who make up a Crisis Care Team. They offer practical help to those who are self-isolating. Help can involve essential shopping, posting letters and/or regularly chatting on the phone.

If you need help, please contact Suzie in the Parish Office (8026 5977) or email: office@parishcf.church

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED.

If you could help with any of the above, please email Suzie at office@parish.church (Tel: 023 8026 5977). As more people self-isolate there will be an increasing need for this scheme, so please do sign up to help if you are able.

Parish Church of Chandler's Ford - Crisis Care Team supporting the neighbours in our community. — Parish Church of Chandler’s Ford – Crisis Care Team supporting the neighbours in our community.

Tags: community, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, news, St. Boniface Church

Parish of Chandler’s Ford : “We are not stopping loving and caring for those around us.”

March 18, 2020 By SO53 News 1 Comment

It’s an anxious time to every one of us. Shops are closed. Events are cancelled. Schools are to shut. Church services stop. Supermarkets are stripped bare. A few weeks ago you might have asked yourself, “What should I be giving up for Lent this year?” Well it’s clear that you’ve given up a bit more than you had thought.

If any resident want more information on the virus please see the Government and the NHS websites:

Coronavirus (COVID-19): UK government response

NHS: Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Here is a brief update from Rev’d Ian Bird on Chandler’s Ford Parish’s response to the latest developments of the Coronavirus.

“Sadly we are having to stop all our church services and activities, but we are not stopped being church. We ae not stopping being a faith community. And we are not stopping loving and caring for those around us. We’re just going to be church in a different way for this season.”

The Parish Church of Chandler’s Ford announces that “Due to Church of England guidelines all public worship is currently suspended. However, please …to see how we can still support you practically, emotionally and spiritually, including information on live streams of the Sunday service.”

Tags: community, Dovetail Centre, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, Methodist Church, news, St Martin in the Woods, St. Boniface Church

Upcoming Events in Chandler’s Ford February – March 2020

February 22, 2020 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Here are some great events in the coming weeks in Chandler’s Ford.

Chandler’s Ford Men’s Shed: Meet every Friday from 1.30pm at Hexagon Centre, Suffolk Close, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 3GZ

On 20th March Chandler’s Ford Men’s Shed is opening its new social space. Paid for by donations from local businesses and being opened by the Mayor of Eastleigh, the shed is set up for the wellbeing of men in the local community.

Address: Hexagon Centre, Suffolk Close, Chandlers Ford, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO53 3GZ.
Meet every Friday from 1.30pm.

Chandler's Ford Men's Shed - Meet Every Friday from 1.30pm at Hexagon Centre, Suffolk Close, Chandler's Ford, SO53 3GZ — Chandler’s Ford Men’s Shed – Meet every Friday from 1.30pm at Hexagon Centre, Suffolk Close, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 3GZ

Traidcraft Big Breakfast: to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight. Saturday 14th March from 9.30am, at St Martin in the Wood Church, Queens Road, Hiltingbury.

Traidcraft Big Breakfast: to celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight. This will be on Saturday 14th March at St Martin’s Church, Queens Road, Hiltingbury. It will begin at 9.30am.

Tags: community, Dovetail Centre, entertainment, event, Fairtrade, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, Methodist Church

Support Eastleigh Basics Bank – Helping Local People in Crisis

January 23, 2020 By Dan Brain Leave a Comment

Dear Supporters,

It’s that time again to reflect on the past year and to look forward to the New Year ahead. Sat here at the Eastleigh Basics Bank reflecting on 2019 for me brings a real sense of thankfulness, pride in our community and also hope for more in 2020.

It’s remarkable to me that when the local churches gathered a small group of volunteers to start a local food bank in 2011, nearly 9 years later we have now not only fed 18,500 people for a week, but continue to operate entirely through the hard work and dedication of volunteers! They are to my mind an amazing group of individuals, who faithfully give of their time, week in week out all year round to support those in our community facing very difficult circumstances.

Eastleigh Basics Bank volunteers and supporters

Cheerful Givers…

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, Christianity, church, community, Eastleigh, Eastleigh Basics Bank, good neighbours

Review: Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities 46th Christmas Market 2019

November 16, 2019 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

The joint charities Christmas Market in Chandler’s Ford last weekend didn’t disappoint. The market is now in its 46th year, but the passion never seems to fade over time. You see the same people running the market, and you see familiar faces supporting their chosen charities and informing people about the work that they do, and why they need your donation and support. More and more visitors come to the market each year as the market is such a beautiful Chandler’s Ford Christmas tradition.

I like the warmth and friendliness of the market so much that I go there each year to see old friends, and meet friends for coffee at Dovetail Café afterwards. It’s the sort of market where you have no chance of breaking the bank, and you can buy affordable thoughtful little gifts, stocking fillers, some nice pens and notebooks, little torches, storybooks, toys, and some really good quality Christmas cards.

Former Eastleigh Mayor Cllr Jane Welsh opened the 46th Christmas Market run by Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities Committee. (Left to right): Caroline Husain, Cllr Jane Welsh, and Val Milner, chairman of the Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities Committee. — Former Eastleigh Mayor Cllr Jane Welsh (centre) opened the 46th Christmas Market run by Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities Committee. (Left): Caroline Husain, and on the right, Val Milner, chairman of the Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities Committee.

The market this year was opened by former Eastleigh Mayor Councillor Jane Welsh. The Joint Charities Annual Christmas Market was held at the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church Hall. These were the charities that took part.

46th Chandler's Ford Joint Charities Christmas Market — 46th Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities Christmas Market

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, charity, Christmas, church, community, Dovetail Centre, event, fundraising, good neighbours, inspiration, Joint Charities Annual Christmas Market, local interest, Methodist Church, Winchester Road

Fairtrade Shopping Evening 2019 – Buy Fairtrade and Make a Difference

November 10, 2019 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

The Fairtrade shopping evening at St Martin in the Wood Church in Hiltingbury last Friday was successful and enjoyable. Many people attended and had an opportunity to buy a variety of high quality fairtrade products to support disadvantaged producers and workers in the developing world.

Fairtrade events encourage us to be ethical consumers and raise awareness of trade justice.

A lovely fairtrade shopping experience in Hiltingbury. Image by Debbie Pearce Photography

Tags: campaign, Chandler’s Ford community, community, crafts, Eastleigh, education, event, Fairtrade, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, religion, St. Martin, Traidcraft

Upcoming Events in Chandler’s Ford: October to December 2019

October 25, 2019 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Here we have a list of Chandler’s Ford events for you to enjoy and support. We’ll update events on the Upcoming Events page regularly. Send us your community events to help us keep everyone informed with local news and events.

Chandler’s Ford Produce & Craft Market – Saturday – Autumn Market – at the Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Road, from 10am – 1pm (Behind Co-op, Fryern Arcade).

Tags: Chameleon Theatre, Chandler’s Ford community, Christmas, community, Dovetail Centre, entertainment, event, Fairtrade, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, Methodist Church

From Elvis to Refugees (and Christmas) – Upcoming Events in Chandler’s Ford

September 25, 2019 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

Here we have a list of Chandler’s Ford events for you to enjoy, support, (and possibly escape from the noises of the world). We’ll update events on the Upcoming Events page regularly. Send us your events to help us keep everyone informed with local news and events.

Chandler’s Ford Produce & Craft Market – Saturday – Autumn Market – at the Age Concern Hall, Brownhill Road, from 10am – 1pm (Behind Co-op, Fryern Arcade).

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Dec. 7th

Tags: Chameleon Theatre, Chandler’s Ford community, community, Dovetail Centre, entertainment, event, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, Methodist Church, The Hilt

The Hiltingbury Extravaganza: 22 September on Hiltingbury Recreation Ground from 12 noon

September 15, 2019 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

The Hiltingbury Extravaganza is back on the 22nd September on the Hiltingbury Recreation Ground from 12.00 noon to 5.30pm.

This year the new Pavilion creates a welcome addition to the events activities and enables the local community to take a look at the excellent facilities on offer throughout the year from both The Hilt and The Pavilion. [Read more…] about The Hiltingbury Extravaganza: 22 September on Hiltingbury Recreation Ground from 12 noon

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Audrey Steele Received Recognition from Clementine Churchill in 1942

June 2, 2019 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

This is a community website about Chandler’s Ford, but today we’re going to touch upon the war, knitted scarves, Clementine Churchill, and the Russians – all in this short article. So please read on.

Last week we published an article about Audrey Steele, who at the age of 90 has recently been awarded the Citizen of Honour for the Borough of Eastleigh. [Read more…] about Audrey Steele Received Recognition from Clementine Churchill in 1942

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Meet 90-year-old Audrey Steele – Eastleigh Citizen of Honour

May 27, 2019 By Janet Williams 3 Comments

I’m delighted to have met 90-year-old Audrey Steele recently. Audrey Steele was awarded the Citizen of Honour for the Borough of Eastleigh early this month.

Audrey has recently celebrated her 90th birthday. This award recognises the voluntary work she has done for the people in Eastleigh Borough and Brazil. [Read more…] about Meet 90-year-old Audrey Steele – Eastleigh Citizen of Honour

Tags: celebrations, Chandler’s Ford community, charity, church, community, Eastleigh, Eastleigh Baptist Church, Eastleigh Borough Council, fundraising, good neighbours, inspiration, local interest

Open Garden in Chandler’s Ford : 26 & 27 May

May 24, 2019 By Syd Hutchinson 1 Comment

By Syd & Sue:

We are opening our garden to the public for the second time as part of the National Garden Scheme.

The address is Twin Oaks, 13 Oakwood Road, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 1LW. There’re more descriptions on this page.

The date is this weekend Sunday & Monday 26 & 27 May. We are open between 1pm & 5pm each day. [Read more…] about Open Garden in Chandler’s Ford : 26 & 27 May

Tags: Chandler's Ford, charity, event, fundraising, gardening, good neighbours, nature

Fundraising for Friends of St Anne’s Hospital and Defibrillator Fund

May 19, 2019 By Hazel Bateman Leave a Comment

Did you know there was a Plants and Crafts sale at St Boniface church yesterday (Saturday 18th May 2019) from 10am to 2pm?

It was a popular community event run by Judith James, Chair of The Friends of St. Anne’s Hospital (Tanzania), with support from many members of St Boniface and St Martin’s churches. [Read more…] about Fundraising for Friends of St Anne’s Hospital and Defibrillator Fund

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, charity, Christianity, community, education, fundraising, good neighbours, local interest, news, St. Boniface Church

Eastleigh Mayor Attended the Fairtrade Fashion Show in Chandler’s Ford – 17 May 2019

May 18, 2019 By Janet Williams Leave a Comment

The Fairtrade Fashion Show took place last night (Friday 17th May 2019) at the St Martin in the Wood church in Hiltingbury.

Tricia Urquhart, with Heather Dibb and their local network have organised the Fairtrade Fashion Show in recent years. These events have been so successful, and they bring people together. [Read more…] about Eastleigh Mayor Attended the Fairtrade Fashion Show in Chandler’s Ford – 17 May 2019

Tags: campaign, Chandler’s Ford community, community, crafts, Eastleigh, education, event, Fairtrade, good neighbours, Hiltingbury, local interest, religion, St. Martin, Traidcraft

£3,000 Raised by The Rotary Club of Chandler’s Ford and Itchen Valley to 15th Chandler’s Ford Scout Group

May 12, 2019 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

The author of this post is David Overton, Chair of the Executive Board, Chandler’s Ford 15^th Scouts.

The Rotary Club of Chandler’s Ford and Itchen Valley recently raised £3,000 for the 15h Chandler’s Ford Scout Group.

At the recent Fryern Funtasia on the May Bank Holiday (6th of May 2019), President of Rotary Ed Burt handed over the cheque for £3000 raised by Rotary for Chandler’s Ford 15th, this year’s President’s charity. [Read more…] about £3,000 Raised by The Rotary Club of Chandler’s Ford and Itchen Valley to 15th Chandler’s Ford Scout Group

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, charity, event, Fryern Funtasia, fundraising, good neighbours, news, scouting

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Chandler’s Ford Today

December 24, 2018 By Janet Williams 10 Comments

Merry Christmas and Happy New year to all our writers, readers, contributors, and friends ……

It’s a brief message – I want to thank you all for writing, reading, commenting, and sharing our articles. [Read more…] about Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Chandler’s Ford Today

Tags: Chandler’s Ford community, Christmas, community, good neighbours, writing

Baking the Christmas Cake

December 23, 2018 By chippy minton 13 Comments

Almost time to start eating the Christmas cake – but first I better make it.

I use the trusted recipe I’ve been using for years – and my mother used before me. It comes from an old and well-used recipe book. [Read more…] about Baking the Christmas Cake

Tags: Christmas, family, good neighbours, how-to, memory

Sailing into Christmas with the Jubilee Sailing

December 20, 2018 By Andy Milner 1 Comment

Christmas is a busy time of year for most charities and the Jubilee Sailing trust (JST) is no exception.

Having enjoyed a lovely day at the Chandler’s Ford Joint Charities Christmas Market, we also attended the Romsey Christmas Market and most recently the Winchester Christmas Market in the stunning setting of Cathedral Close. [Read more…] about Sailing into Christmas with the Jubilee Sailing

Tags: adventure, charity, Christmas, community, Eastleigh, education, event, fundraising, good neighbours, how-to, JST, memory, Southampton, storytelling, travel, Winchester

Rotary Club of Eastleigh – Santa’s Route in Chandler’s Ford – Monday 17th December 2018

December 14, 2018 By SO53 News Leave a Comment

By Rotary Club of Eastleigh

A lot of people are asking about the route Santa is taking in Chandler’s Ford Monday 17th Dec 2018 around Scantabout. It depends a little bit on the weather and how busy he is.

He starts at 6pm from the King Rufus, down Peverells Wood Ave, Porteous Cres, Constantine Ave, Sarum Rd, Peverells Rd, Vesta Way, Corinthian Rd, Scantabout Ave – if there is time Scantabout Ave, Pantheon Rd, Scaracens Rd, Scantabout Ave, finish at junction with Alexandra Rd. [Read more…] about Rotary Club of Eastleigh – Santa’s Route in Chandler’s Ford – Monday 17th December 2018

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Hampshire Search & Rescue Dogs

December 13, 2018 By Andy Milner 4 Comments

Someone will be reported missing every 90 seconds in the UK

Hampshire Search & Rescue Dogs is a voluntary organisation that provides nationally qualified search dog teams to support emergency services when looking for vulnerable missing people. Like so many volunteer organisations we receive no Government funding so we rely entirely on donations and sponsorship to keep the team operational. [Read more…] about Hampshire Search & Rescue Dogs

Tags: charity, community, fundraising, good neighbours, Hampshire, local interest

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Chandler’s Ford Men’s Shed: Meet every Friday from 1.30pm at Hexagon Centre, Suffolk Close, Chandler’s Ford, SO53 3GZ

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