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Fundraising for the 2nd Chandler’s Ford (Ramalley) Scout Headquarters

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2nd Chandler’s Ford Scout Group needs your help.

The Scouts are raising £8,000 to help complete their new building on Ramalley Lane, to make it an amazing new venue for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and the resident pre-school.

Before - The 2nd Chandler's Ford Ramalley Scout Group
Before – The 2nd Chandler’s Ford Ramalley Scout Group
Old Hall vs New hall under construction - The 2nd Chandler's Ford (Ramalley) Scout headquarters.
Old Hall vs New hall under construction – The 2nd Chandler’s Ford (Ramalley) Scout headquarters.

The 2nd Chandlers Ford (Ramalley) Scout headquarters celebrated its 80th birthday in 2018. Over 83 years, it has enabled local children and young people to have fantastic opportunities, have fun, and develop new skills. They have learnt team work, problem-solving, resilience, independence, to name but a few. [Read more…] about Fundraising for the 2nd Chandler’s Ford (Ramalley) Scout Headquarters

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Eastleigh’s Christmas Lights Switch on – 21st November 2015

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I was in Eastleigh for a couple of hours today, and guess who I met?

First I was greeted by an emu, then I bumped into Mayor of Eastleigh Councillor Jane Welsh. Christmas must be around the corner as I think I also met one of the Wise Kings (in November)! [Read more…] about Eastleigh’s Christmas Lights Switch on – 21st November 2015

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High Jinks at the Hiltingbury Extravaganza 2015

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Some of the great joys of writing for Chandler’s Ford Today are in meeting new people and going to events that are new to me.

The recent Hiltingbury Extrav was the first I’d visited despite living in Chandler’s Ford for over 25 years. So I thought I would look back at it as we leave the summer season with its shows and fetes behind.  (If anyone is in any doubt we are in autumn now, the recent wild weather should dispel that!). [Read more…] about High Jinks at the Hiltingbury Extravaganza 2015

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The Hiltingbury Extrav 2015

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I went to Hiltingbury Recreation Ground at 3pm yesterday with my son, and local writer Allison Symes.

The Hiltingbury Extrav 2015 was in full swing. The event took place from 12.00 noon till 5.00pm.

We were first attracted by some classic cars. We spotted Chandler’s Ford Today writer Mike Sedgwick there admiring the vehicles (and checking the engine stuff). [Read more…] about The Hiltingbury Extrav 2015

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Comedy Night for Ramalley Hall Sunday 15th March 2015

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There is an active fundraising movement in Chandler’s Ford for the new Ramalley Hall.

You can support the new Ramalley Hall in many ways, such as buying Lego Brick Cufflinks.

Or, why not enjoy a Comedy Night at The Hilt on Sunday 15th of March? [Read more…] about Comedy Night for Ramalley Hall Sunday 15th March 2015

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Who Reads Chandler’s Ford Today?

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Who reads Chandler’s Ford Today? Who links to Chandler’s Ford Today?

On a busy day, Chandler’s Ford Today receives 700 page views a day. In recent months, we have 350 page views a day on average.

For a 20-month-old non-commercial website for the Chandler’s Ford community, [Read more…] about Who Reads Chandler’s Ford Today?

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New Ramalley Hall Lego Brick Cufflink Fundraiser

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Last weekend, I learned about the new Ramalley Hall fundraiser in Chandler’s Ford.

The second Chandler’s Ford Ramalley Scout Group was raising awareness and money for the build of a new community hall. In total they require £270,000.

I met the group at the Hiltingbury St. Martins Craft & Cakes Community Event. [Read more…] about New Ramalley Hall Lego Brick Cufflink Fundraiser

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How Hiltingbury St. Martins Craft & Cakes Connects Community

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Reindeer visited Chandler’s Ford today. Cute reindeer carved by Matthew Swan marked the Christmas shopping season in Chandler’s Ford this afternoon.

Matthew from Hiltingbury is a trainer tree surgeon, who works for Chant Landscapes. Matthew’s cheerful reindeer are popular. They remind us that Christmas is only 11 weeks away.  [Read more…] about How Hiltingbury St. Martins Craft & Cakes Connects Community

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