The Council meeting held on Tuesday 9th August was attended by all of the Councillors, the District Councillor, the Clerk and two members of the public.

Footpath in front of SOHA

The Clerk reported that he had not received any feedback from Mr Peter Ronald of OCC. A further report will be give at the next meeting.

The Clerk informed the meeting that Thames Water had identified the damaged manhole cover and had taken steps to have it repaired.

The Clerk stated that SOHA had discounted an additional handrail as it would leave an area between the rails of less than 900mm and this was considered to be inadequate. The depth of the steps is within the building regulations and therefore no further action was proposed.

The Clerk reported that he had applied to have the land registered as Common Land. However it was necessary to obtain statements from local residents supporting our application. Mrs Isabel Fox volunteered to co-ordinate this activity. The Clerk will supply a list of possible residents to be contacted.

The Clerk informed the meeting that he had made preliminary enquiries with English Heritage in respect of listing the existing BT telephone box adjacent to the Post Office. The Council agreed that we should make a formal application to have the telephone box listed.

The Clerk informed the meeting that he had received a response from SODC in respect of the concept of central collection points for ECO sacks. SODC stated that the suggestion would be considered as part of the review of the trial on ECO sacks.

P05/W0736 – Wells Farm Cottage:

The Council discussed the proposed alteration to the vehicle access and the erection of a double garage. Although there were concerns about the proposals the Council agreed to recommend approval of the application

The Council agreed to recommend approval of the single storey front extension

The Clerk informed the meeting that SODC had refused planning permission for this application. Mrs Isabel Fox requested that the Council express their concerns to SODC about the misunderstanding that appears to exist between SODC Planning and residents.

Village Hall

Mr Simon Oddie chaired this agenda item as Mr Stuart McGill had declared a prejudicial interest.

The Council considered the request by the Little Milton Village Hall committee to underwrite the forthcoming launch concert on September 4th. Mrs Isabel Fox expressed her concern that agreeing to the proposal would set a precedent for the future. The Council agreed that the Little Milton Village Hall committee could apply for a grant up to £300.

Mr Richard Alliston presented the latest cash flow projections for the New Village Hall that showed a funding requirement from the Parish Council of £30,167. In addition he informed the Council of a further £5,000 requirement to fund curtains, blinds and a hearing loop system for the new hall. The Council considered the information and agreed that it should apply for a loan of £35,000 from the Public Loans Board. This finance would be used to by the Council to fund any direct purchases for the hall or as a grant to the Village Hall Committee. The Clerk highlighted the opportunity to reduce the term of the loan from an anticipated twenty five years to fifteen years. The Council agreed to reduce the term of the loan. The Council also agreed that it would review its reserves to ensure that they were at an appropriate level at the end of the current financial year. This could give the Council an opportunity to reduce the level of capital borrowed.

Mr Richard Alliston also informed the meeting that the name chosen for the new hall was The Pine Lodge.

The next meeting will be held on Wednesday 14th September 2005 at 8.00 p.m. in the Village Hall unless there is a need to convene any planning or other meetings. All notices of Council meetings are displayed on the Parish Council Notice board at the corner of Haseley Road and the High Street.

Please note that the complete minutes of the Council are now included on the Council website www.littlemilton.org.uk

Freedom of Information Act – Parish Council Publication Scheme

Residents can see the records of the policies and practices of the Parish Council including minutes, financial information and responses to planning consultations, on request from the Parish Clerk (Raymond Fergusson –279150). Current Council member are:

Mr Stuart McGill Chairman Mr Simon Oddie Vice Chairman

Mrs Mabel Wood Mrs Isabel Fox Mrs Alison Shelton Mr Barry Coward

Figures produced by Oxfordshire County Council’s Road Safety Team from data provided by Thames Valley Police shows that 40% of all fatal and serious accidents on the County’s motorways and trunk roads were due to driver fatigue.

In addition, it is also estimated that this is a contributory factor in 10% of all accidents on all minor roads nationally.

In response to this serious threat to road users, the County Council’s Road Safety Team is joining forces with the Fire & Rescue Service to support the National campaign organised by The Department for Transport.

Julie Jones, Road Safety Officer with Oxfordshire County Council said: "Surveys show that 9 out of 10 drivers confess to driving while feeling tired. However with a few simple measures they can reduce the risk that they will fall asleep, never to wake again."

Advice is that popular myths should be ignored. Opening the car window or turning on the radio will do nothing to prevent your brain’s desire for sleep.

Professor Jim Horne, (National sleep expert) at the Sleep Research Laboratory, Loughborough University: www.lboro.co.uk recommends that drivers take a break as soon as they begin to feel tired and drink at least 2 cups of strong, caffeinated coffee or caffeinated stimulant drink and, if at all possible, have a short (just 15 mins will do) sleep/power nap.

This can delay the effects of the brain desiring sleep but this will only postpone the need for a limited time (up to 90 minutes), then the driver MUST have a sleep or stop driving.

Source: OCC Newsdesks: August 31, 2005

For a charge of £35 residents can arrange for their unwanted vehicle to be collected from within the District and a charge of £7 per bulky item e.g. fridge furniture etc. To arrange this service residents can call the Public Amenities Team on 01491 823416 or print a copy of the form from the Council’s website www.southoxon.gov.uk .

Our nearest Rural Community Waste Sites are at Chalgrove Village Car Park and Wheatley Primary School, Littleworth Road.

The Oxfordshire County Council Waste Recycling Centres at Redbridge and Oakley Wood are open Monday to Saturday 8.30 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. and Sunday 9.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m.

Week ending 3^rd September, 2005 - Mrs. M. Davies/Mrs S A Dennis

Week ending10th September, 2005 - Mrs L. Lovegrove/ Mrs C Coward

Week ending 17th September 2005 - Mrs E. Summers/Mrs Isabel Fox

Week ending 24th September, 2005 - Mrs. G. Taylor/Mrs H Ridley

Week ending 3rd October, 2005 - Mrs A. Hawkins/Mrs. S. Jones

Week ending 4th September -

Week ending 11th September -

Week ending 18th September -

Week ending 25th September -

If anyone would like to help with the flowers please contact Teresa Quested on 01844 278922

Week ending 2nd September - Tim Robinson

Week ending 9th September - Stuart McGill

Week ending 16th September - David Hawkins

Week ending 23rd September - Raymond Fergusson

Week ending 30th September - Phil Jones

Just to let Villagers know that the Bell Ringers will be ringing in St. James’ Church, Little Milton on

Tuesday 6th September 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.

Tuesday 13th September 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.

Tuesday 20th September 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.

Tuesday 27th September 7.30 p.m. to 9.00 p.m.

Living in the heart of the countryside, it is easier to appreciate God's creating hand at work. We can look to the hills and be filled with awe. We can stoop and look at a flower and wonder at its beauty. We can see the waving corn and think on God's bountiful care and provision for us.

But it's harder for us to recognize that same Creating Hand at work in that world which lies with us; the world of our hopes and joys, sorrows and setbacks. Yes, our Lord did teach us to trust in His father's good providence, teaching us that He who cares for the lilies and clothes the grass, cares infinitely for us. Faith and trust comes easier when the sun shines and all seems well, but there do come the times which test. Those moments of doubt when we can't see the sun, when winter storms, so to speak, gather.

But our Lord is the Lord over the Storm, too. He came to the fearful disciples in a boat, and the wind ceased and there was a great calm. By the presence of Jesus, the situation was transformed. Into our own storms, those things which disturb us and unsettle us, God in Christ is pleased to come. When the storm threatens to overwhelm us, he is pleased to come alongside us, with his healing touch and calming voice. God the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ is not a God who stands outside us, and sends troubles from afar. He is not even a God who offers comfort from a distance. He is Immanuel, God with us. God who in Christ crucified comes into our storms and perplexities, to stand with us, offering us his love. Each one of us knows something of that experience that when things look dark and threatening, we are grateful for friends who are content to share in our sufferings, by just sitting and being with us, or writing what must have been agonized-over lines in a letter. These are the things which count. These are the kind of ways God's love is revealed.

Harvest Festival will soon be with us. Pray God that we may not only be thankful for his Creating Hand at work around us and his provision for us, but this thankfulness be deepened and enlarged by the knowledge that at all times, in all circumstances and in all places, we are so firmly held in the palm of His loving hand.

We shall be celebrating our Harvest Festival on Sunday 25th September at 11.00 a.m. Harvest Festival in a country parish is always a special time. Even as I write, the farmer is at work on the combine in a cloud of dust in the field by the Rectory. In many ways the contemporary rural society has moved away from its agricultural background, but yet we all depend on those involved in farming to bring us our daily bread. We could not live without them. Whilst our breakfast table reflects many harvests from across the globe, we must not lose sight of the fact that there are those around us who seek to bring us our daily needs. Harvest Festival gives us the opportunity to give thanks for all these things, and we bring all of our thanksgiving with us into Church on the 25th September at 11.00 a.m.

Integral to the Service, there will be a Harvest Lunch to follow on and will be held in the new Village Hall. But do make a note now of these important events, and please do come along, we simply would love to see you all.

Great Milton are having their Harvest Festival on Sunday 18th September at 11.00 a.m., and Great Haseley on the 2nd October. On Sunday 25th September there will be a celebration of Holy Communion in St. Peter's Great Haseley at 8.00 a.m.

On the 17th September, the Gloucester Salvation Army Band is coming to St. Mary's to give us all a Festival Concert. The evening will begin at 7.30 p.m. We are very privileged in having them come to us, and it is not often that a band of the quality and size of the Gloucester Salvation Army is heard in a village Church. They provide us with a very rich sound and variety of music. There is no charge to come, but all donations will be given to the band for the furtherance of the work of the Salvation Army. This occasion gives us a wonderful opportunity to salute them and what they do on our behalf. We can all think about their work with, for example, the homeless, those in prison, those addicted to drink or drugs, and we all saw their work amongst those injured or in distress because of the London Bombings. So please come along on the 17th September a 7.30 p.m., and by your presence express your gratitude for their work.

Each year we sell pre-planted bulbs at the Christmas Fayre. I desperately need containers that can be used for planting the bulbs. Please look around and let me know if you find suitable bowls.

Many thanks

The Annual Ride or Stride will take place on Saturday 10th September. I have received forms and if you are interested in taking part please give me a call for your sponsorship form. I would also like some volunteers to "man" the church so that visiting riders/striders can be welcomed. If you think you can help please contact me.

On Saturday 26^th November 2005 there will be an opportunity to join in a "Come and Sing" Handel’s Messiah in Great Milton Church. This will be a charity performance, with singers from Great Milton forming the core choir and with some excellent soloists. Anyone who knows the work is welcome to join the choir on the day: there will be a rehearsal from 1.30pm and the performance will begin at 7pm. Tea will be provided. You will also be welcome to attend rehearsals with the Great Milton choir (conductor Kate Billimore) during October and November if required.

Further details and registration forms are available from Kate Pattinson, Fossils End Great Milton (01844 279204) katepattinson@yahoo.co.uk or from Great Milton Post Office and Stores.

After keeping her parents, Jen and Rob Gelland waiting for nearly 2 extra weeks, we are delighted to see the safe arrival of Beatrix (8lbs 11ozs) at 10 Milton Manor Drive on 13th August.  All best wishes to this new family!

On 1st of September we welcome the Revd. Derick Chambers as our Superintendent Minister

For further information please ring me.

The prize wining numbers, for August and September will be published in the October Newsletter.

The next work party will meet on Sunday 11th September at 10.30 a.m.

The lights for the MUGA have now been switched back on for the Autumn/Winter seasons. Tokens are available from the Post Office at a cost of £2.50 per hour. Remember, if you wish to play for two hours continuously, to put two tokens in simultaneously.

If you wish to guarantee use of the courts, please book through the Post Office. Costs are:

Tennis Court - £5.00 per hour

Astroturf £10.00 per hour

Five-A-Side Football for 16s and over recommences on Wednesday 7^th September. All levels of ability welcome. The cost is £2.00 per session, and times are 8.15 – 9.15 pm every Wednesday, until further notice.

SEE WEBSITE: http://lejog2005.co.uk for progress & pictures !

By the time you read this, I hope the building work will be complete, leaving only the car park work to be finished. At the time of writing (22/8/05), the structure of the building is now complete, you may have noticed that the exterior walls have been coated and the grounds have now been cleared in preparation for creation of the main entrance ramp and other access points. The area immediately around the exterior will also be paved and the car park re-surfaced. Inside, the final floor coverings are being laid, the kitchen is fitted complete with appliances and the plumbing is almost complete. In fact it is now easier to talk about what is left rather than what has been done.

The shower and toilet cubicles are being fitted but we have ordered an extra toilet and cubicle for the Ladies changing room and this won’t be ready for another 4 weeks. The internal decoration is almost complete, the lights are fitted and the final electrical connections are due in the next 7 days. After that, the building will be complete.

Outside, the contractors have returned to clear the site and enable creation of a disabled access and lay the pathways around the building. We are on schedule for completion in the week commencing Monday 29^th August.

With the decision to add an extra ladies toilet, the current total cost has gone £670 above our original budget, a change of less than 0.25%. The final cost will not be known until the project is fully complete but there will not be a significant deviation from our original figures.

I am delighted to say that the Parish Council agreed to fund new curtains which have been ordered and should be ready in early September. The Parish Council have also agreed to fund an Induction Loop Hearing system for the hard of hearing and again, we hope to have this installed in early September. We also have a pledge of funding for new chairs and the details of these should be finalised in the next few days. Delivery would be expected around the end of September.

Celebration Party – Come and celebrate with us on Sunday 4^th September with an afternoon of family fun and games for the children and parents from 2pm till 5pm followed by a Summer Jazz Picnic Concert in the evening. With the weather we have been experiencing, if it is raining or too wet, we will stage this event inside the Village Hall and ticket numbers are therefore limited so please get your tickets early to avoid disappointment. Come and admire the building, eat your picnic (inside or out) or buy from the BBQ (order in advance please) and listen to the mellow jazz and swing tones of "Harvest Moon" a jazz combo led by Roger Simmonds. It will be cool ! See this month’s advert for price details.

Official Opening – Although The Pine Lodge will be open on Saturday 3^rd September from 3 – 5pm, we have postponed the Official Opening until September 24^th. We have postponed because of the changes we have made and we wish to ensure that everything is as good as it can be when the local media and other guests see our new building. Nevertheless, if you can’t come on Sunday 4^th, see the new building on Saturday 3^rd and enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee while you are there.

The votes were The Pine Lodge 28, The Lodge 19, Little Milton Village Hall 19 and The Point 9.

The Pine Lodge will therefore be adopted as the trading style of Little Milton Village Hall, something that we believe will be very helpful when marketing the building to potential hirers from outside the village.

Those living in the Parish of Little Milton will receive a discount of between 30% and 33% on the published Hire rates. Special rates will also apply if you make regular weekly or monthly bookings or you are organising a charity event. The new rates reflect the quality of the building and the facilities within it however you will find that after taking account of the village discount, the rates are very competitive when compared to other village halls in the surrounding area. When planning your event, also please ensure that you allow sufficient time in your booking for setting up and clearing away. If you would like to see a copy of the new Hire terms and conditions, please let me know or ask any of the committee members.

There are a variety of additions that have been mentioned (an audio system and a cinema facility) and so our fund-raising activities will continue. The next Quiz Night will be in October and we also hope to run a Bonfire night again this year.

Your continued enthusiasm and support are therefore greatly appreciated.

Amanda Wood gave a lively and amusing talk to our August meeting about Antarctica – Penguins, Ice and Fire. She undertook an epic journey via Brazil, The Andes and The Falklands to find herself crunching through the pack ice of the Antarctic aboard ‘The Explorer’ , known as the little red ship. Life was not all basic – chefs worked hard to prepare wonderful food and water supplies were ample for showers and drinking, even if the all-pervasive smell of penguin excrement was a constant reminder of the Antarctic wildlife.

This scenery and wildlife were spectacular and could be viewed very close-up; a good look at icebergs was achieved by using little rubber boats that could sail very close to them. The many types of penguins were very different in their adaptations to their habitats and behaviour, but were always appealing. Gentian penguins came up and nibbled at the side of the boats and played ‘king of the castle’ around and on top of a bit of washed-up iceberg. The seals were less friendly – the party was told not to get between elephant seals and the sea, while leopard seals could perform the ingenious feat of turning a penguin inside out for tea. The whales and birds were extraordinary.

However, the effects of global warming were apparent all over the Antarctic. One dramatic picture of Sir Wally Herbert’s hut, where he created the maps of the Antarctic, shows a landscape devoid of snow - all melted; contrasted to the ice and solid snow there at the time he carried out the work just a few decades ago. Now there are more days of rain, the wildlife experience problems e.g. penguins are chilled by rain and so die as babies whereas snow just slides off their backs. There are scientists from 15 nations working on these problems in stations there – amazingly, some now grow salad veg. in greenhouses using reflected light.

The Antarctic is uniquely beautiful, with intense colours in the ice – from blue, to sea green to whites of every colour and ‘clear glass’. The shapes of the ice were incredible with the wind and weather sculpting them, while icebergs that have been worn down and melted to very little then apparently ‘turn turtle’ in the water to reveal their water-shaped underside edges. We really enjoyed Amanda’s account of her adventure in one of the most remote and spectacular places on earth.

Next Meeting: This will be held at 7:45 pm on Thursday, 8^th September – we are excited as this will be our first meeting in the new Village Hall at Little Milton. The well-known speaker and writer, Christine Bloxham, will be describing ‘The World of Flora Thompson’ - the famous writer of Lark Rise to Candleford, a much-loved story based on village life in the past. Visitors will be very welcome to join us.

(You can also read Christine Bloxham’s new series on Oxfordshire folklore that began with the mysterious Rollright Stones near Chipping Norton in the August copy of Oxfordshire Limited Edition).

President: Anne Hawkins, Little Milton 279526 Secretary: Shirley Thomas, Little Milton 278976

Press Correspondent: Lyndell Dixon, Great Haseley 279275

CELEBRATE OUR NEW VILLAGE HALL

SUNDAY 4TH SEPTEMBER

Keep up to date with all the news, Trust walks, latest press releases, Trust Wildlife Fact sheets by visiting our website at www.wildlifetrust.org.uk/berksbucksoxon

On the 4th August our meeting took the form of a bring and share lunch.  Everyone brought something and we all had a lovely time making all the food (and drink) disappear very fast.  This was the first time we had done this and we all agreed it was most successful and perhaps could be repeated in the future.  Our outing this month was a two-hour canal trip from Pitstone Wharf when we enjoyed a "boatman's lunch" on board.  We were then taken on a drive round the Chilterns and on to Little Kimble for a W.I. tea. 

 Thur 1st - Harvest Festival - 2.15 p.m.

Thur 15th - Thame Show

Wed 21st - Outing to Hampton Court

Thur 29th - Mrs Hulbert's slides "The bird life and nature of the lovely Island of Jersey" - 2.15 p.m.

Autumn term starts on 14th September in Great Haseley Village Hall.  Doors open at 9:15 a.m. for refreshments and music from 9:45 to 10:20.  Lots of Little Milton mums and little ones to meet!  Call Madeleine for more details on 01844 352468.  Come and try it out (first visit is free!).

Local mums in Little Milton will be having Yummy Mummy Moments at a coffee morning on 20th September at 11a.m. at The Thatched House, as part of the Yummy Mummy Week being held nationally from 16-25 September.  Yummy Mummy Week is hoping to raise over £100,000 for the UK's leading children's cancer charity, CLIC Sargent.  Entrance fee of £5 (including coffee and cakes) will be donated to the charity, plus lots of competitions, prize draws and shopping opportunities for all our Yummy Mummies.  Yummy Mummies of all ages are welcome - even if you children are old enough to be Yummy Mummies themselves!  For tickets in advance and more details please contact Sophie Brough on 279490 or Lesley McCaig on 278244.

Some of you may have noticed a few posts with maps on popping up on the road to Wheatley. These mark two new paths created to link up with existing public footpaths to form a circular footpath based around Great Milton. The paths were created under the government’s Countryside Stewardship scheme whereby DEFRA pays farmers to provide access to their land.

I walked the path on a hot evening in June and ran it in August and I’ve seen deer, rabbits, a hare and a fox. The paths are officially open until September 2014 but, I’m sure, that if we use them regularly, then no government will consider withdrawing these routes so it’s definitely a case of "use it or lose it".

The route is well-signposted but the signs claim that this is a 3km circular walk whereas actually it’s more like 4 miles and, unfortunately, it isn’t directly accessible from Little Milton, which is a real shame since one extra field gate would have opened this new world to us. As it is, it’s necessary to walk up to Orchard House to get onto the path.

Further details of this walk, including a downloadable map and details of similar walks in Oxfordshire, can be found on the web at cwr.defra.gov.uk. For those of you who fancy walking the paths, here’s a full route description.

Make your way up to Orchard cottage, either by walking along the Wheatley road or by taking the path that goes behind the playing fields. Just before Orchard Cottage turn left into the field but ignore the public footpath and turn right with the hedge on your right. At the field boundary turn left,  keeping the hedge on your left and follow it all the way down to the bottom corner and then enter the wood and follow the clearly defined path (but watch out for stinging nettles). Do not go onto the road just before Cuddesdon Mill but turn right, go through the gate into the next field and walk up the hill, keeping the hedge on your left. Leave the field via the gate at the top LH corner, turn right onto the road and then right again at the T-junction. Turn left on the public footpath a few yards later and follow it to Great Milton. Turn right on the road and walk up to The Bull where I recommend stopping for a pint of real ale and a plate of delicious lasagne. Take the public footpath that goes down the RH side of the bull and, after the last house, take the public footpath on the right. Go through the fields, with Le Manoir on your right. At the road, go straight across, taking the public footpath immediately opposite. When you reach the A329, don’t actually go on the road (unless you want to take a short cut home) but go right through the gate into the field. Turn left and follow the field edge, keeping the hedge on your LH side at all times. Just before the chicken sheds, turn left, DO NOT go straight on, there is no signpost here. Keep the hedge on your left at all times. The last field is a bit of a slog, you have to walk 3 sides of it, you’re tantalisingly close to Little Milton with no exit and, the field is ploughed right up to the edge. Eventually, you will arrive at Orchard House again where you started. Go through the gap in the hedge onto the road and make your way back to Little Milton.

Now Summer is nearly over, just a reminder that we will be holding a VIDEO SALE. This will start on 13^th September.

As part of Family Learner Week there will be taster computer sessions on making cards etc. This is open to all members of the family, whatever age. This will take place on Tuesday 11^th October from 9.30 – 12.30. Tickets are free but limited so please apply directly to the library.

A Children’s book sale will start on Tuesday 19^th October. Many excellent bargains to be found

Storytime. To take place on Tuesday 25^th October 11.00 to 12 noon. This event is for children 4- 8 years of age. Tickets are FREE, but limited so collect from the library as soon as possible.

Look forward to seeing you

Tuesday 2.00 p.m. – 7.00 p.m. Wednesday 9.30 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. : 2.00p.m.- 5.00 p.m.

Thursday 2.00 p.m. – 5.00 p.m. Friday 9.30 a.m.- 1.00 p.m. : 2.00p.m.- 6.00 p.m

Saturday 9.30 a.m. – 1.00 p.m.

John Buckingham has been such a wonderful friend to the Car Service especially to the people in Little Milton. Whenever he has been asked by folk needing lifts he has responded to hospital and doctor. He is now feeling that it is time he retired. He has reached the age when driving is not a pleasure. Thank you John for all your service you have given. The Car Service will continue but instead of phoning Little Milton will you please phone me on 01844 279567.

The car service to the doctor or hospital is for anyone in the villages of Great Milton, Great Haseley or Little Milton. Passengers are required to pay:

Visit to Hospital £3.50 (including car park) Visit to Doctor £1.50

This service is made possible by a grant from the Parish Councils to cover the driver’s petrol cost.

We are very short of drivers and if there is anyone willing to give a small amount of time, possibly twice a month, to drive either to the doctor or hospital we would be very grateful.

If you want advice or general information call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47. This is a 24 hour service staffed by nurses who can give confidential advice and information on what to do if you are unwell,

have any health concerns and give contact details or self help or support organisations. You can also visit their website at www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk

If you need to visit a GP or health professional outside of normal working hours you can call our service on 0845 345 8995. We will then arrange for you to see the right health professional in the right

place. This service runs from 6.30 p.m. to 8.30 a.m. weekdays and 24 hours over weekends and bank holidays.

In an emergency please call 999 to talk to the ambulance service.

The CCLRC Rutherford Appleton Laboratory carries out world leading research ranging from the vastness of space to the invisibly small world of nanotechnology. To celebrate Einstein Year we have put together a short series of summer lectures and invite you to come along and be inspired by science and scientists. All the lectures are free and many are suitable for families – age guidelines are shown for each lecture

Family Fun Day on Sunday 11^th September 2005, 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. Free Admission but donations welcome. Guide Dogs only Everyone is welcome at the invitation of the Thame Lions. For futher information telephone 01844 338380 or Email enquiries@thomleyhall.org

Morgan & Associates, a well respected and successful Estate Agent in Oxfordshire, have a great opportunity for a part time Sales Negotiator to join the company.

Working in our busy office your duties will include matching applicants to suitable properties, arranging and carrying out viewings, advising vendors of feedback and administrative duties associated with ensuring sales are progressed through to completion.

Experience is not necessary but you must have a professional approach and be of smart appearance with full driving licence.

Please e-mail your CV to: smorgan@morganandassociates.c

DEADLINE REMINDER – Please note that unless articles are in the hands of the Editor by the 20^th of the month (unless otherwise stated), such articles will miss the scheduled Newsletter. The views expressed in this Newsletter are not necessarily those of the Editor or the Parish Council. All material for inclusion in the October 2005 Newsletter should be with the Editor at 27 Chiltern View, Little Milton, by 8.00 p.m. on 20th September 2005. The Editor reserves the right not to print items submitted for publication and to edit those items, which are published.

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(Found in the July 2005 issue of the Launton Lines)

Source: ORCC Parish Briefing