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When I went to the post office van yesterday. I was told that he would not be there on Monday 22nd , but would back again on Thursday as usual. USE IT OR LOOSE IT! USAGE IN NETTLEBED IS DANGEROUSLY LOW AND PLENTY OF OTHER PLACES WANT THIS SERVICE....

The Governing Body of Nettlebed Community School is seeking new members from within the community to assist us in driving our 'outstanding' school forward. We are particularly interested to appoint people with an educational background, however this is NOT a necessity.  We just want someone who cares about our amazing village and the people within it.   School governors act as the executive board for a school, working alongside the Head Teacher to develop the school vision and strategy for continuous improvement. You will gain valuable experience, as well as the opportunity to shape the school experience. The Governing Body also support the school in a range of activities including school trips, performances and within the classroom. All you need to do is volunteer your time; full training will be offered to support you in your new role.  Unfortunately parents who have children at the school are unable to apply as all parent governor positions are already taken. If this sounds of...

FREE VEGETABLES FROM OUR ALLOTMENTS   Although we are at the end of the season, we still have some surplus vegetables from the allotments. These can now be taken free from our vegetable cart by the footpath at the side of the allotments. Note; Free vegetables are from the cart only: please do not take vegetables from elsewhere, or go onto the allotments.       ...

FREE!! Taster Adult Contemporary Dance Class at Studio One THURSDAY 18th OCTOBER at 7.15 pm THURSDAY 8th and 15th NOVEMBER - Time tbc   Adam’s contemporary dance classes will help you to connect your mind and body using fluid dance exercises. The aim of his sessions are to increase your strength, postural awareness as well as improving control and co-ordination through movement.  Adam's friendly and welcoming personality will ensure you  work in a relaxed and enjoyable environment in a class suitable for all levels. All ages and abilities welcome.   About Adam… Adam has worked professionally in theatre, television and film for over 20 years and continues to do so. He graduated from London Contemporary Dance School and joined Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures Dance Company back in 1999. Since then, he performed as a principle dancer and created many roles for the company for over 18 years in most of his productions. Adam can be seen dancing in many films, most recently in Mamma Mia 2 and...

The Commons Conservators want to inform you of the launch of their new Website - https://www.nettlebed-commons.org   which they will be updating on a regular basis with news and information.   Kind regards   Liz Longley - Clerk to the Conservators...

Extra Garden Waste Collection: South Oxfordshire District Council is again giving those who are part of the paid-for service the opportunity to put out the equivalent of one extra bin’s worth of garden waste (around three large 80 litre bin bags) on Tuesday 23rd October in Nettlebed. Residents should leave their extra garden waste out in bin liners or sacks beside their brown bins on their usual collection day during these weeks. Trade waste bags will not be accepted. However you can re-use old compost bags. The garden waste is taken to a recycling plant in Oxfordshire where it is used to make compost, which goes to local farmers, allotment holders and an annual compost giveaway. However, there are increasing reports that the garden waste is being contaminated with non-compostable items such as plant pots, plastic bags and bottles - please be careful about what goes into the extra sacks and bags. This extra garden waste service offers a great opportunity for residents to clear...

The annual Harvest Festival Service will take place in St.Bartholomew's this coming Sunday, October 7th, at 11 o'clock and we hope every one will come to thank God for the successful Harvest and afterwards join us for a glass of wine and some nibbles.     All are welcome....

A member of the village who is caring for her husband would be most grateful for support by having someone to sit with him so that she can go out. The request is for two mornings a week for three hours each morning, preferably on Wednesdays and Fridays. If you are able to offer this help on either a paid or voluntary basis, please call Anne Leigh on ‭01491 641394....

World’s Biggest Coffee Morning - Friday 28th September - Village Hall at Russells Water 10.30am – 12.00pm. Come along for coffee and cake and help raise funds for Macmillan, an amazing charity helping those with cancer....

Saturday 29th September at Nettlebed Village Club 12 TIL 2pm Fundraising Lunch.  All funds raised go to help run the for the Senior Citizens Christmas Lunch. Pop along for a chat with neighbours and help support this special cause. Any donations for the raffle, cake sale, tombola or table top sale gratefully received.  Please contact alisimmons76@icloud.com or call 01491 641972 for more info or to donate....