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Round Table Brings Santa to Chandler’s Ford

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Father Christmas will be taking to the streets of Chandler’s Ford in style again this Christmas, thanks to the Romsey, Chandler’s Ford and District Round Table travelling across the area, collecting money for local good causes.

The Round Table is one of the world’s largest voluntary clubs for men, offering 18–45 year olds the chance to have a great time whilst making new friends, trying new activities and supporting their local community. [Read more…] about Round Table Brings Santa to Chandler’s Ford

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Santa’s Grotto at Brambridge Park – Christmas 2015

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Brambridge Park Christmas 2016 update:
Santa visits Brambridge Santa's grotto 2016

Below was my original post published on 25th November 2015

Santa arrived at Brambridge last Sunday in a vintage Rolls Royce and will now be in attendance every weekend until Christmas in his new, improved grotto.

Lions Club of Eastleigh are manning the grotto each weekend until Christmas. [Read more…] about Santa’s Grotto at Brambridge Park – Christmas 2015

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CVathon for Marie Curie and Sophia’s Footsteps

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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

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Where are Defibrillators Located in Chandler’s Ford?

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Last month, while waiting for the bus, I noticed a bright yellow object on the outside wall of the Methodist Church.

It contains a piece of life-saving equipment, a defibrillator.

Nigel Moorse, the driving force behind making the defibrillator happen, explains to us in this article the origin of this defibrillator, and how you can benefit from it. [Read more…] about Where are Defibrillators Located in Chandler’s Ford?

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Uplifting: Chandler’s Ford 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market 2015

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It’s the Charity Christmas Card week, from 15th – 22nd November 2015.

Deputy Mayor Eastleigh Councillor Des Scott opened Chandler’s Ford’s 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market last Saturday (14th November 2015). [Read more…] about Uplifting: Chandler’s Ford 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market 2015

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Chandler’s Ford 42nd Joint Charities Christmas Market 2015

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Update November 2016: Chandler’s Ford 43rd Joint Charities Annual Christmas Market Saturday 12th November 2016

Chandler's Ford 43rd annual Christmas Market Saturday 12th November 2016

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Eastleigh Basics Bank 2015 AGM

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I attended Eastleigh Basics Bank’s first AGM on 22 September. Formerly operating under Zion Projects, Eastleigh Basics Bank is now registered as a charity in its own right, with its own bank account.

The management committee comprises Dan Brain (Chairman), Chris Goodhead (treasurer), Denise (secretary and joint shop manager), Dom Hooley (stock control and joint shop manager), and Dave Keating (events manager). [Read more…] about Eastleigh Basics Bank 2015 AGM

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The Autumn Pumpkin Festival at the Royal Victoria Country Park

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Now in its 18th year, the Jubilee Sailing Trust’s family festival event is a wonderful celebration of all things pumpkin related.

The day (10th October 2015) was opened by Eastleigh Mayor Jane Welsh and her husband to the skirling pipes of the Southern Jacobites Pipe Band.

The Jubilee Sailing Trust offers life changing experiences to both disabled and able bodied people aboard their two purpose built tall ships, Tenacious and Lord Nelson. [Read more…] about The Autumn Pumpkin Festival at the Royal Victoria Country Park

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Wessex Cancer Trust: New Charity Shop in Chandler’s Ford

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There is a new charity shop on Winchester Road in Chandler’s Ford – Wessex Cancer Trust.

The charity shop on 13-14 The Mall is between the Card Gallery and a beauty shop called ea.

The charity shop opened on 3rd October 2015. It’s the fifth charity shop run by Wessex Cancer Trust. [Read more…] about Wessex Cancer Trust: New Charity Shop in Chandler’s Ford

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Chandler’s Ford Slum Survivors

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Over 1 billion people live in extreme poverty every day. Whether that be in a slum, mud hut or on the streets, it is a situation we are not exposed to or have imminent threat of in our society. But in the scriptures God calls us as a church to continually love, serve and help the poor.

As a youth group we have been involved with Friends of St Anne’s Liuli Hospital in Tanzania, helping [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Slum Survivors

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Join Eastleigh Knitters Making Twiddlemuffs for Dementia Patients

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I recently received an unusual request to Chandler’s Ford Today from Gemma, who works on the orthopaedic ward at Royal Hampshire County Hospital in Winchester.

Her first lines were: “I’m not entirely sure if you are the correct person to contact? However you may be able to redirect me!”

This intrigued me. [Read more…] about Join Eastleigh Knitters Making Twiddlemuffs for Dementia Patients

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Show You Care – Chandler’s Ford Fairtrade Autumn Market

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Councillor Louise Bloom from Hedge End recently visited Chandler’s Ford promoting Fairtrade.

Eastleigh is now officially a Fairtrade Borough, a status achieved on 7th May 2015. Councillor Louise Bloom, a strong Fairtrade promoter, said she hopes more companies would support Fairtrade in the Borough of Eastleigh. [Read more…] about Show You Care – Chandler’s Ford Fairtrade Autumn Market

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Rotary Club: Charity Concert in Aid of Canine Partners

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There will be a spectacular charity concert on Wednesday 28 October at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Hall from 7pm, in aid of the assistance dog charity, Canine Partners.

The concert is organised by Rotary Club of Chandler’s Ford and Itchen Valley to raise money for Canine Partners. [Read more…] about Rotary Club: Charity Concert in Aid of Canine Partners

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The Park Cat Maisie

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Chandler’s Ford resident Caroline sent us this message this evening:

“I would like to thank all the kind people who helped my cat when she was killed outside Fryern recreation park car park today (I wasn’t home at the time).

Some people may know her as The Park Cat but her name was Maisie (black cat with green eyes) and she lived next to the park.” [Read more…] about The Park Cat Maisie

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Chameleon Theatre Company Supports Chandler’s Ford Good Neighbours

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A few weeks ago I saw this note at the Dovetail Centre of the Methodist Church.

The note asks you to be a friend of someone. [Read more…] about Chameleon Theatre Company Supports Chandler’s Ford Good Neighbours

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Christian Aid Refugee Crisis Appeal Football Tournament

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A Refugee Crisis Appeal Football Tournament will be taking place in Chandler’s Ford on Saturday 10th of October. You are welcome to take part.

Jenni Hutchinson from St. Francis Church organises the event to respond to the Christian Aid Refugee Crisis Appeal.

The 5-a-side football tournament will take place at St Francis School, Pilgrims Close, Chandler’s Ford on Saturday 10th October 2015 at 2pm. [Read more…] about Christian Aid Refugee Crisis Appeal Football Tournament

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Upcoming Chandler’s Ford Craft Markets and Fairtrade Autumn Market

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You don’t need to travel far for autumn and Christmas markets.

Chandler’s Ford is the hub for markets from now till Christmas.

Upcoming markets in October and November include: [Read more…] about Upcoming Chandler’s Ford Craft Markets and Fairtrade Autumn Market

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Chandler’s Ford Age Concern Centre: Upcoming Craft and Gift Markets

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Christmas is approaching (What? Have I just mentioned “Christmas”?), and this year, there will be a lot of craft, arts, and produce markets in Chandler’s Ford for you to buy the best gifts.

Chandler’s Ford Age Concern Centre on 7 Brownhill Road (SO53 2EB) will become a major centre for many upcoming markets. I hope you could visit these markets to support our local businesses. [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford Age Concern Centre: Upcoming Craft and Gift Markets

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The 10th Eastleigh Mela

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Namaste Eastleigh!

The 10th Eastleigh Mela, held on Eastleigh Town Rec, took place on Sunday 19th July 2015.

This was my second year supporting the Mela and as before the event was a riot of colour, sound and wonderful smells! [Read more…] about The 10th Eastleigh Mela

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