PARISH WELCOME PACKPARISH WELCOME PACK

covering Shillington, Pegsdon and Higham Gobion.

WELCOME TO THE PARISH OF SHILLINGTON1481 electors / 791 properties www.shillington.org.uk

You have chosen to live in a friendly and thriving Bedfordshire village.Shillington occupies an attractive area of countryside but is close enough to many towns to enjoy their facilities and within easy reach of London.

Shillington grew around a small hill where a Church has stood for a thousand years or more. The village has a distinct shape and is based on

several clusters of houses, or ‘ends’, and hamlets. It is near the north eastern end of the Chiltern Hills and part of the Parish lies within the

Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Here, there are extensive views and nature reserves with unusual plants and wildlife.

But a village isn’t just about its place in the world, it’s about its people. They make the village what it is by their actions. Shillington has plenty of

history. From Scyttle - the Saxon after whom the village is named - through to its modern residents, Shillington is really the sum total of what

its inhabitants have done or achieved. It will continue to be so in the future.

Now that you live in Shillington, you have an opportunity to contribute to the village and make it an even better place. There are many ways to do

this. Playing in a sports team, sending a child to the village school, visiting a pub, attending events in the Village Hall or on the Playing Field,

finding out more about the area, spending at the shops, joining a baby sitting circle - these are just a few of the ways of putting something back

in return for the benefits of living here.This directory gives information that will help you to settle in Shillington. By supporting the businesses, services and voluntary groups listed here,

you can help them prosper. Without your help, they will die.Shillington Parish Council has produced this guide and is committed to

maintaining the character and vitality of the village. Please contact your Parish Councillors and tell them about your interests and ideas. These

could make Shillington an even better place to be in years to come.

January 2014

C O N T E N T SC O N T E N T S

1. Welcome/Introduction

2. Index

3-4. Pubs & Restaurants

5-9. Local Trades People

10. Garages / Vehicle Services / Taxis

11. Village Stores / Post Office / Newsagents / Mobile Fish & Chips

12. Places of Worship / Places of Education

13-16. Sports, Leisure & Beauty, Local B&B / Miscellaneous

17-18. Doctors / Dentists / Vet / Kennels & Cattery

19. Library / Parish Newsletter / Annual Events

20-23. Local Organisations

24. Environmental

Please ‘contact us’ if details/information are out of date or if you are a local business/group and we’ve missed you !

No charge for inclusion.

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VILLAGE PUBS &

RESTAURANTS

The Crown Inn - 01462-711667Landlord & Lady: Michael & Julie Brophy www.thecrownshillington.co.uk 104 High Road, Shillington. SG5 3LP email: jbrophy@btconnect.com

Opening hours: All day from 12 noon - Monday-SaturdayAll day from 9.30am – Sunday

Bar snacks available all day, every day. Takeaway service – every day from 5.30pm (fish & chips, scampi & chips or sausage and chips).

Food served:Monday-Thursday: 12 noon to 3.00pm & 6.00pm to 9.00pmFriday-Saturday: 12 noon to 9.30pmSunday (for Breakfast): from 9.30amSunday: All day from 12 noon to 8.00pm

We pride ourselves on serving good honest pub food available either in our lounge or pleasant restaurant with crisp white linen. We use only fresh, locally sourced produce.

There is a pleasant secluded beer garden for warmer days and open fires for cold days. Dogs welcome !!

Private functions catered for: Wedding packages, Christenings, Anniversaries, Birthdays or Wakes.

The Musgrave Arms - 01462-711286 Landlord & Lady: Darren & Lucy Treasure 16 Apsley End Road, Shillington. SG5 3LX

Opening hours:From 12 noon - Tuesday-Sunday 4.00pm - 11.00pm - Monday

Food served:Tuesday-Friday: 12 noon to 2.30 pm & 6.00 pm to 9.30 pmSaturday: 12 noon to 9.30pmSunday (for traditional roast): 12 noon to 7.00 pm

A warm welcome awaits you at this uniquely traditional country pub and restaurant, where we serve fresh, home cooked food in a relaxed and friendly environment. See our specials board, which changes regularly and features fresh fish straight from Billingsgate. Group bookings welcomed for seasonal festivities. Large outdoor seating area and children’s play area. Functions can be catered for using our large outside space and bar.

Summer bank holiday barbeques and live monthly music nights.

The Noah’s Ark - 01462-711611Hillfoot Road, Shillington. SG5 3NSLandlord & Lady: Michael & Julie Newman

Greene King Pub - village pub food menu. Petanque, darts, dominos, quiz league. Well equipped children’s play area and garden. Golfing Society. Investment Club. Regular live music & karaoke. Outside bars undertaken.

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Shillington Football & Social ClubGreenfields, Shillington. SG5 3NXJohn or Debbie 07834-556020 or 07785-584474Facebook: www.facebook.com/shillingtonsocialclub

Opening hours:Mon – 7.30pm : Fri – 8.00pm : Sat – arranged evenings: Sun – 12 til 4pm

Licensed bar with large variety of beers at social club prices. Beer £1 less than pub prices. Pool, dominos, crib or darts Regular artistes, fund raising events, family discos and race nights and a great pool table. Free music nights with live bands Available for private family parties, birthdays, christenings, anniversaries, reunions, wakes. Fresh filter coffee for a nice warm up after watching a football match. Free WIFI to Club Members.

The club is a village amenity for the village, why not pop in for a drink or even better……become a CLUB MEMBER.

The Live & Let Live - 01582-881739Pegsdon Way, Pegsdon. SG5 3JXLandlord & Lady: Martin Duggan & Chrissie Gaynonwww.liveandletlive.co

The newly refurbished Live & Let Live Pub, Restaurant and B&B is located at the foot of Pegsdon Hills in Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Borders. Come and enjoy fine fresh food cooked daily by our team of experienced chefs using locally sourced ingredients.

Completely refurbished with a country and wildlife theme, our restaurant and bar have stunning views overlooking Pegsdon Hills. The pub is a free house serving fine ales and an extensive list of world wines. Our Bed and Breakfast Accommodation has also been renovated and redesigned with new bathrooms, showers, furnishings, fixtures and fittings.

Stay at our warm and friendly Bed and Breakfast, leave your car with us and we will provide a complimentary shuttle service to, and from, Luton Airport.

Share our passion for everything countryside and soak up the winter season by our wood burner in our cosy pub and restaurant.

Clay Pigeon Shooting – Hexton: We are pleased to announce that we have teamed up with The Hexton Shoot and are now offering services to compliment your day shooting.

We can provide a shuttle service to and from the airport/train station and have facilities for helicopter landing.

Our modern chalets provide comfortable overnight accommodation before and after the day and our restaurant and bar will cater for all your dining requirements.

Please contact us to book your accommodation or table in our restaurant.

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LOCAL SERVICESShillington Services65 Church Street, Shillington. 01462-711636 / Mobile: 07850-876280Proprietor : John Carter Repairs to most makes of washing machines, dish washers, dryers, vacuum

cleaners, microwave ovens and cookers. Many reconditioned machines of all makes for sale Looking for a new domestic electrical appliance ? See our competitive

quotes first.Dyson, Electrolux, Tricity, Bendix, Philips, Hotpoint, Hoover, Creda, Indesit, AEG,

Bosch, Whirlpool, Zanussi, Electra, Service, Belling

PLUMBING :

Les Newton - 01462-712871 (Mobile: 07768-085021)GravenhurstPlumbing & Heating Engineer. GasSafe & OFTEC Registered. Gas boilers, fires and cookers Oil Boilers, Agas and other makes of range cookers Servicing, Installation and Repairs – Oil & Gas Heating System Upgrades. Landlords’ reports. Power flushing. Bathrooms, WCs, Showers, Taps – repairs, installations, upgrades. Free estimates.

Roy Hare - 01462-711809Shillington Electrical Plumbing & Heating - Gas, Oil, Solid Fuel or Economy 7 Installations & Repairs Boiler Breakdown Services Systems updated Electric & Power Showers CORGI Gas Registered

CARPENTRY :

Tony Ashton, MIOC - AA Carpentry - 01582-882585Barton Carpenter and Joiner Free quotations and estimates.

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BUILDING SERVICES :

Brian Hyde – Painting & Decorating - 01462-733643/ 07746-228666Established 1984. Interior & Exterior Painting & Decorating Artexing/Coving Paper Hanging Ceramic Tiling Glazing & Guttering Repairs Insurance Work carried out.

Martin Roe – Painting & Decorating - 01462-817616 (Mobile: 07973-532430) All aspects Quality assured Free estimates

John Butler - Building & Maintenance Services - 01462-711324 (Mobile: 07710-829697) 3 The Old School, Church Street, Shillington Kitchens & Bathrooms – Design, Planning & Full Fitting Service Decorating – internal and external Door Hanging & Security - Locks & Door Furniture Ceramic Tiling – Walls and Floors Wooden Floors & Decking Plumbing & Electrical

CTP Construction - 01525-860105Silsoe General Building (Bricklaying, plastering, roofing, patios, extensions) Driveways, Paths Large & Small Jobs Undertaken – all work guaranteed – free estimates.

Graham Evans Electrical - 01462-711831/07774-457435e-mail: evanselec831@btinternet.comA family run business established over 20 years in Shillington. All works certified and insured. Fusebox upgrades Extra sockets TV outlets Smoke Detectors Complete rewires External & Security Lighting Garden Installations Showers Data Cabling Testing & Inspection

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BUILDING SERVICES :

J and J Electrical Services - 01462-711165/07966-057868Shillington.

All aspects of domestic electrical work undertaken. Installation and repairs. Insured and regulated through the NICEIC electrical organisation.

I also run a handyman service: Sash window restoration and draught proofing Bathrooms fitted Kitchens installed Plumbing Carpentry (including doors hung and bespoke storage units made) Tiling Decorating

LockRite – Local Locksmith & Security Services 07847-849202. f.forsyth@lockrite.org. 24 hour services – no call out fees Lock-outs/lost keys/broken locks Emergency lock and door opening uPVC specialist Key cutting on site British Standard insurance approved locks used - BS3621.

HomeXperts – local letting and sales agent - 07884-077255Andy Dodd – your local personal agent Personal estate agency All major portals used All viewings accompanied

WINDOWS :

Barry Bolton Windows, Doors & Conservatories - 01234-739736A FENSA registered company. A member of the UK Trades Confederation

In Upvc and Aluminium Over 30 years’ experience Discounts for pensioners and the retired Friendly, no pressure advice without obligation. No deposit - payment on completion and satisfaction. Ask to see some of our hundreds of letters of recommendation from satisfied, local customers.

CLEANING SERVICES :

Service MASTER Clean (Stondon) - 01462-850978. Truckmount cleaning – faster drying times. Carpet Cleaning with stain protector and 50% off – Free six monthly clean – Free

unlimited spot cleaning. Upholstery cleaning, Oriental & Silk Rugs. Curtains cleaned in situ, Carpet repair and re-weaving. Anti-allergen. Local service, national reputation.

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The Carpet Cleaner, Old Town, Stevenage - 01438-211763 or 07973-855007www.thecarpetcleaneruk.com

Professional carpet, rug and upholstery cleaning. Trusted locally for over 20 years. Powerful truckmounted cleaning for deeper and quicker drying We provide all power and hot water. Spot & stain emergency call out Tile & grout cleaning Fully insured Free on-site estimate

GARDENING SERVICES :

Grangers - Grounds Maintenance – 01462-713020 Tree surgery / Stump grinding Hedge & Grass cutting Fencing and gates supplied and fitted Garden machinery and mini digger hire Wood chippings and logs supplied Fully Insured and qualified Based in Shillington with over 25 years’ experience.

Village Tree Services - 01462-435873 Mobile: 07717-744274 Professional tree care services. All aspects of tree work undertaken. Hedge cutting and logs NPTC qualified. Fully insured.

Stumpbusters – Tree Stump Removal - /Fax: 01462-713264David & Roger Simkins, Rose Hill Farm Minimum ground disturbance Surface root removal Competitive prices and prompt service Trees do not grow again after grinding. We grind down 8-10 inches below ground level. Our modern machinery only requires 36” wide access to your garden.

Steve Granger - Garden Design, Advisory & Maintenance Services 01462-642273 (Mobile: 07710-535206) e-mail digitalisdesigns@fsmail.net RHS Award Winner 2005 Initial consultation, survey and design from £150. Full planting plans and costings Project management and aftercare services. Free information pack available.

Flowers Naturally - 01462-712646 / 07770-650402www.flowers-naturally.co.uk. Shillington based florist. Local delivery available. Weddings, funeral tributes, birthdays, special occasions or just because… We specialise in creating stunning seasonal designs, using only the freshest of flower

materials, which help reflect your feelings, whatever the occasion. Call Suzanne to discuss your requirements.

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COAL MERCHANTS :

J. Lawman & Sons (Ickleford) - 01462-451123 Best Quality British Coal

Large Stocks of Smokeless Fuels Clean, Pre-Packed Fuel Prompt, Personal Service Competitive Prices.

CHIMNEY SWEEP :

E. M. O’Sullivan (Meppershall) - 01462-812193 For a clean and professional job at a reasonable rate. Prompt and friendly service. Brush and Vac service.

LOGS for SALE & KINDLING:

LOGMAN - Shaun DeWick (Shillington) - 07801-144555

Philip Jepps (Shillington) - 01462-711430

PEST CONTROL :

PPM – Professional Pest Management Limited - 01462-811818Out of hours: 07990-970908. Unit 7a Old Bridge Way, Shefford. Council appointed contractor operating throughout Beds, Herts & Bucks. Covering all pests.

UPHOLSTERY :

P J Coles Upholstery (Hexton) - 01582-883998 / 07767-250023 Quality re-upholstery to domestic and contract furniture New sofas & chairs made to your size and design Headboards, footstools & window seats Loose covers Antique restoration Bar Seating Huge choice of fabrics, leathers and vinyls Full collection & delivery service.

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GARAGES / VEHICLE SERVICE

BOWLES GARAGE, HIGH ROAD - 01462-711247Proprietor : Brian BowlesAlso incorporating F & M Motor Sales

Car sales Vehicle repairs and maintenance Welding and body repairs Insurance work MOT Testing Station Petrol Garage shop - coal, chopping wood, barbeque coals and accessories, confectionary

DAWES GARAGE, HIGH ROAD - 01462-711210Proprietor : Philip Dawes

Vehicle repairs and maintenance to most makes of cars MOT Testing Station Petrol. Garage shop. Central heating oil supplier.

BUMPS & DINGS - 07876-324240Mobile Bodywork Paint Repair Solutions. Ring now for a free, no obligation quote.Quality repairs at a fraction of the cost of a conventional body shop at your convenience – home or workplace.

Bumper scuffs Scratches Minor dents Machine polish Mirror casings.

FLUFF RACING & ENGINEERING SERVICES 01462-768040/07949-217214 Unit 6 Old Rowney Farm,Shefford, Beds. SG17 5QHOffering door to door service for valued customers in Shillington, Pegsdon and surrounding area. We’re not just mechanics, we’re engineers ! Bring your car, bike or van – new or old – to the Professionals !

Cam belt gone ? Failed MOT ? Don’t scrap it – we can fix it ! Need welding – come to us. Or just a service – we do that too ! Older car ? we’ll take care of it.

TAXIS/CAR HIRE :

Spacecruiser Travel (Shillington) - 01462-711216 Specialises in Airport Travel, taking from home or workplace to Airport and collect from

return flight. Theatre and function work also undertaken.

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VILLAGE SHOPS & POST OFFICE

A & S Stores, 85 Bury Road - 01462-711665Proprietors : Arjan & Sanjeev Mehmi

General grocery Off licence with large selection of wines and spirits often at cheaper than

supermarket prices. Newsagent for local and national papers and magazines - delivery service to

Shillington, Gravenhurst, Pegsdon, Hexton and Higham Gobion. Shoe repairs - Laundry service Notice board facility - For Sale / Services / Wanted. Local delivery service and online ordering. Lottery tickets coming shortly.

Opening hours :Monday to Saturday 7.00 a.m. to 8.00 p.m., Sunday 8.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.

Shillington Village Stores, 55 High Road - 01462-711243Proprietor : Steve Ansell Post office Off licence – good wine range Hot food counter and bread baking facility. Home made sandwiches Newspapers & Magazine rack General grocery and dairy products Dry Cleaning & Cobbler Service Lottery tickets on sale here. Notice board facility - For Sale / Services / Wanted Photocopying – black & white and colour.

Opening hours:SHOP: Monday to Friday - 6.30 a.m. to 7.30 p.m./Saturday: 8.00 a.m. to 7.30 p.m./

Sundays & Bank Holidays: 8.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m.POST OFFICE: Monday to Friday - 9.00 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. & 2.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Saturday – 9.00 a.m. to 12.30 p.m.

Mobile Fish & Chip Van – THE HAPPY PLAICEwww.thehappyplaice.co.uk

Quality Fish & Chips Wednesday evenings – Village Hall Car Park, High Road From 3.30 to 7.00 p.m.

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PLACES OF WORSHIPALL SAINTS CHURCH, CHURCH STREET

(www.allsaintsshillington.org)

Parish Priest: Revd. Richard Winslade - 01462-713311(day off on Fridays)

Church Wardens : Liz Allen - 01462-711084 Peter Farmer - 01462-711306

Services: 9.30 am every Sunday. Family services once a month. Creche available. Choral Evensong: 6.00 pm - 1st Sunday of each month. Sunday Club: 9.20am drop off at The Vicarage each Sunday except 1st of month.

To illuminate the Church – call Catherine on 711850. It only costs £25 to sponsor a whole week’s illumination.

FRIENDS OF ALL SAINTS :Peter Farmer – Chair (01462-711306)

CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH, CHURCH STREETMinister : Rev. Angus McCormick - 01462-712096

www.shillingtoncong-church.org.uk

Services : Sundays at 10.30 a.m. All welcome. Monthly Socials Twice Monthly Lunch Club Cookery Classes Craft Group

For more details of social activities Angela Corbett - 01462-850266

PLACES OF EDUCATIONSHILLINGTON LOWER SCHOOL, GREENFIELDS

Head Teacher : Mrs. Juliet ParkerSecretary : Mrs. M. Portess - 01462-711637

ROBERT BLOOMFIELD ACADEMY, BLOOMFIELD DRIVESHEFFORD 01462-813366

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SAMUEL WHITBREAD ACADEMY, SHEFFORD ROAD, CLIFTON 01462-812798

(Upper School with 6th form and evening classes)

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SPORTS & LEISURE

HALL HIREVillage Hall, High Road

Booking Secretary: Naomi Saul 01462-711772

Congregational Church, Church StreetMr. John Corbett 01462-850266

Lower School Hall, Greenfields 01462-711637

GOLF - NEAREST CLUBS : Mount Pleasant Golf Club, Stondon - (2 miles east of Shillington) Beadlow Manor - (3 miles north of Shillington)

HILLTOP SWIMMING POOL - 01525-861281also HEALTH & BEAUTY, BACK STREET, CLOPHILL.

Comprehensive swimming programmes for pre-school children, parent and child/toddler lessons, adult lessons and private lessons. Private pool parties welcome.

Beauty Programmes consisting of - sun bed, massaging, hairdressing, pedicure, manicure, waxing.

Health Programmes in the gymnasium selected to suit your own work-out routine. Aquarobic classes (exercising in water).

PUBLIC POOLSHitchin : Swimming Centre 01462-441646Letchworth : North Herts Leisure Centre 01462-679311Flitwick : Leisure Centre 01525-717744

HORSE RIDING:Shillington Riding Club – Marquis Hill, Shillington - 01582-883203 www.shillingtonrc.co.uk

“Local active riding club for people with their own horses” Training Clinics Demonstrations Social Events Team Competitions

Chibley Farm Stud & Equestrian Centre, Stondon Road, Shillington 01462-711583 Part and full livery service Riding lessons for all ages and abilities Training Clinics, Dressage, Jumping and Side Saddle Countryside Trekking Days Pony Activity Days Summer Camps.FOOTBALL:

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Shillington Football & Social Club - Chairman : Mark Johnson AFC Junior Football – Chairman : Jerry Reece-Jones

BEE KEEPING:

Andy Johnston - 01462-711937David Mott - 01462-711222Local Bee Keeper and honey supplier.

BEAUTY THERAPISTS :

Beverly - 01462-711358 9.00 a.m. – 7.00 p.m. Monday to Friday Hydradermia – the new ‘cathiodermie’ and other Quinot facials Tea Tree Facials Electrolysis Manicure/Pedicure Waxing Massage Lash and Brow Tinting Make Up Advice

Beauty by Debbie - 01462-712975 / Mob: 07834-556020A range of competitively priced treatments in Shillington Village

Waxing Gel Nails and Infills Manicure and Pedicure Eye Lash and Brow Tints

Hayz HairRedken Appointed Salon, Northbridge Street, Shefford - 01462-819111 Styling Colour Tints Perms Ladies, Gents and Children Senior Citizens discount

Call in for free advice or consultation.

Caroline’s Cuts & Tans (Shillington) - 01462-713452/07990-507941Mobile Hairdresser Cut and blow dry Colouring Highlighting Children’s cuts Spray tans

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COMPUTER SERVICES:

Frantik (Toby White) - 01462-888147 – www.frantik-web.co.uk Freelance IT Support and Web Hosting for MAC and Windows.

42 Limited - 01462-711778 – www.42-limited.co.ukEmail: sales@42-limited.co.uk Sale, repair and servicing of PCs, Printers and Laptops Toner cartridges, Ink cartridges, Inkjet and Laser Paper FREE installation and Data Transfer when you buy a new built to order PC. Prices from

£330 +VAT.

IT SERVICE - 01462-711558/07905-379266 – www.your-itservice.comFrom installing a printer to setting up a full network. Computer & Laptop Repairs Networking iPad Screen Repairs Local IT Support Virus Removal Outsourced IT for your business.

BOOKKEEPING SERVICES - 07879-270697 For small businesses and sole traders. Call to discuss your requirements – as little or as much as you need. Member of the Certified Institute of Bookkeepers

LOCAL B & B ACCOMMODATION :Yew Tree House Bed & Breakfast - 01582-521592 (mob: 07768-398616)19 Bedford Road, Barton Le Clay, Bedfordshire. MK45 4JXwww.theyewtreehouse.co.uk

OTHER SERVICES:Auctioneer & Valuers: W & H Peacock – 01234-266366.

www.peacockauction.co.uk Established 1901.Bedford Auction Centre, 26 Newnham Street, Bedford. MK40 3JR. Viewing every Friday 8.30am-8.00pm. Monthly antique and collectors’ auction. Regular valuation days Collection service – Valuations Commercial and specialist auctions Onsite sales. Live online auctions Timed auctions. Insolvency specialists.

Acrylic Arts of Shillington – 07785-584474John Galleymore (Captain Acrylic). Colour changing mood lights 0.8w LED. Colour changing with sound to light function. Nighlights or just plain hand crafted framed art All items unique and supplied with certificate of authenticity. Special gift, presentation, collectable or just because.

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DRIVING SCHOOL :

BDS Driving Tuition – Bill Shaw (Stondon) - 07952-134575

CRB Checked Motorway Tuition Manual & Automation Tuition Pass Plus Training

IRONING:

Trisha 07943-547535Fed up with ironing ? Too busy for ironing ? Let me help you !

WILL MAKING SERVICE:

Steve Gibbs 07885-417464 www.wisechoicewills.co.uk

Will trusts and probate practice. Experts in giving you peace of mind. Home visits. Choice of solicitors and professional will writers. Free consultation daytime or evening appointments.

MRS. MIDDLETON’S COLD PRESSED RAPESEED OIL 07989-300959 This delicious cold-pressed Rapeseed Oil is produced from the highest quality seed,

which is grown on the family farm on the Barton Hills in Bedfordshire, just 3 miles from Shillington.

Ideal for baking, roasting, frying or creating salad dressings and drizzles. Naturally high in omega 3, 6 and 9, vitamin E and anti-oxidants. Contains half the

saturated fats of olive oil. Now available to buy online at www.mrsmiddleton.co.uk and from Ansell Stores in

Shillington. For FREE DELIVERY to Shillington, Higham Gobion and Pegsdon, please contact

WHIZZ on the above number.

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DOCTOR / DENTIST &VETERINARY SURGERIES

DOCTORS :

Stondon - 01462-850305The Surgery, 109 Station Road, Lower Stondon

Barton - 01582-528700 (appointments).Doctor Glaze & Associates, The Surgery, Hexton Road

DENTISTS :

Shefford - 01462-814020D. Lakhani, Whitworth Chambers, 34-34A High Street

Barton - 01582-882600David Raffery, 81 Bedford Road

OSTEOPATH :

Clare Richmond & Gareth Morris, Portmill Lane Treatment Centre, Hitchin 01462-713031 for an appointment.

Osteopathy is beneficial for many conditions and suitable for people of all age groups.Special interests and experience in :

Sports injuries Pregnancy related conditions Babies & Children - birth and behavioural problems, glue ear, colic and related sleep

conditions.

CHIROPODISTS (home visits) :

John R. Cranston, Shefford - 01462-813939 Michael Bertram-Smith, Letchworth - 01462-672385

FOOT HEALTH PRACTITIONER (in the comfort of your own home)Ann Gibbons (Stondon) 01462-813252 (Mobile: 07872-315763) Corns, Hard skin, Verruca Fungal Nail Infection Ingrowing Toe Nails Diabetic Foot Care, Athlete’s Foot Pedicure General Nail Cutting Competitive rates

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VET :

Barton :Julia Boness, 125 Bedford Road - 01582-882761

24 hour emergency service. Consultations by Appointment.

Hanscombe Boarding Cattery - 01462-711333 Angela Nichols (Shillington)(Member of the Feline Advisory Bureau)Home of the Champion Yooneek Persian Cats. Owned by championship winning exhibitor and breeder Fully licensed by Mid Beds Council and insured. Set in 6 acres of garden and paddocks. Open 7 days a week. Heated chalets, covered exercise runs, special diets catered for, Vets on call. Special late night round.

Ion Bridge Boarding Kennels & Cattery - 01462-712720 (Lower Gravenhurst)Proprietor: Rachael Harris Email: ionbridge@aol.com

Modern, spacious kennels and covered runs – heated if requested Daily exercise and individual care in a countryside setting Grooming service available Special diets and treatments catered for Family business, established 1986. Our new cat pens are now open and ready for occupation. All set in a relaxing rural environment where pets enjoy holidays too.

Opening hours: Mon-Sat: 8.30-10.30am / 4.00-6.00pm. Sun: 9.00am – 1.00pm

PET & ANIMAL FEEDS/SUPPLIES

Jill & Kerrie-Ann - 01525 860150Email: chapelfeeds@hotmail.co.uk

Chapel Feeds, Unit 6 Woodside Farm Industrial EstateClophill Road, Maulden, Beds. MK45 2AE

My Chicken Bespoke, made to measure pet homes and avaries, maintenance and

repairs We can supply happy hens, local chicken sitting service, advice, support

and tips Find us on Twitter@mychickennews, Facebook My Chicken, You Tube

MyChickenNews and mychicken.uk.com for more information on our products and services

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L I B R A R YL I B R A R Y

SHEFFORD LIBRARY:Opening hours - Monday 2.00 pm - 6.00 pm Thursday 9.30 am to 6.00 pm Tuesday 9.30 am to 6.00 pm Friday 9.30 am to 6.00 pm Wednesday 2.00 pm - 6.00 pm Saturday 9.30 am to 1.00 pm

Books of all sorts to borrow for adults, children and teenagers. CDs and music cassettes. Also spoken word cassettes. Large print books. Videos. National and local information. Study area. Newspapers and magazines. Displays, exhibitions and activities. Building hire for meetings. Photocopying and fax facilities. Computers and internet.

VILLAGE NEWSLETTER – PARISH NEWSPublished every 2 months

February – April – June – August – October – DecemberDelivered free to parishioners and subsidised by the advertisers with donations from the Parish Council and All Saints Church.

Articles, letters, personal adverts most welcome - just pop details through Village Hall letter box.

Editor - Sally Stapletone-mail : ed4shillingtonnews@btinternet.com

A N N U A L E V E N T S

Church Fete – 4th Saturday in June Horticultural Show – 3rd Saturday in September

Annual Firework Display – Lower School – Saturday nearest 5 th NovemberService of Remembrance – Congregational Church – Sunday nearest 11 November

All Saints Church – Xmas Bazaar – 1st Saturday in DecemberCongregational Church – Xmas Tree Festival – 1st Friday, Saturday & Sunday in

December

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LOCAL ORGANISATIONSOVER 55/60S CLUB :Chair & Secretary : Mrs. Joan English - 01462 713977Meet every Thursday afternoon at the Congregational Church from 2.00 p.m. Bingo, cards, refreshments and chat !!

SHILLINGTON BABY & TODDLER GROUP :Contact : Steph - 01462 713737 or 07779-823883We meet on Fridays in term-time at the Village Hall, High Road, Shillington from 9.30am to 11.30am. We provide toys, books and activities for children from 0 to 4 years as well as a relaxed, friendly atmosphere for parents to meet others and enjoy a tea or coffee! Cost: £1 per adult and £1 per child over 6 months old (which includes drink, healthy snack and a biscuit!). For further information or to meet a friendly committee member before your first visit please contact Steph.Please note we have toddler sized chairs, tables, ride on bikes, plastic slides, rockers and soft blocks – should you wish to hire them for birthday parties and other occasions.

SHILLINGTON UNDER FIVES:Contact: Anita Hare (Pre-School Manager) - 07769 866286admin@shillingtonunder5.org.ukShillington Under Fives is a long established pre-school located in a purpose built building in the grounds of Shillington Lower School. In November 2011 we received an Outstanding from Ofsted during our routine inspection. The pre-school is open term times, Monday-Friday from 9am - 3.30pm, with a variety of sessions available from 3 hours, 5 hours and all day care. Your child with be cared for by highly experienced and qualified staff, who pride themselves on offering a wide range of activies in a stimulating environment.

SHILLINGTON CHILDMINDERS:Childminders provide safe, friendly home environments for children to play and have fun whilst gently learning through their play.  We are registered with Ofsted, have public liability insurance, follow the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum, undertake regular training including

Safeguarding and First Aid and receive regular newsletters and bulletins from professional organisations. 

Here in Shillington, we meet up at least once a week to provide children with the opportunity to learn social skills and experience different play resources.  The children get to know all the childminders and children which enables us to offer the ability to cover holidays and other absences for each other.

For children aged 2 who are eligible for up to 15 hours of free childcare a week, we are now able to apply for this in the same way that nurseries and pre-schools can.  We are also able to apply for the 3 and 4 year old free sessions.

To find out more about each childminder and their availability, please contact us:

- Laura Forgham 01462 713638 lauraforgham@btinternet.com- Kim Lear 01462 713562 kimlear@btinternet.com- Katie Brettell 01462 713054 katie@brettells.fsnet.co.uk- Jo Wright 01462 713999 johannewright@hotmail.com- Simone Barnby 01462 712120 kidzlodge@hotmail.co.uk

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WOMEN’S INSTITUTE :President: Mrs Jenny Kingsnorth - 01462-711205Meets 1st Thursday in the month in the Congregational Church Hall at 8.00 p.m.

WIVES’ GROUP :Chairperson: Janet Hills - 01462-711402Meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month in the Congregational Church Hall at 7.45 p.m. Good programme of speakers, demonstrations, social evenings and outings. Ladies of any age and marital status welcome to come along.

MENS’ CLUB :A small, informal group of local men who meet on an ad hoc basis throughout the year.   The only regular meeting is the Annual Meeting in January of each year.   Formed in 2005 the Club has steadily grown and enjoys meals in local hostelries; visits to interesting places such as Bletchley Park, Duxford, etc; talks and family social nights. 

A 'try before you join' plan operates so if any more information is required the people to contact are: 

Chairman:        Graham Williams (01462-713468)Secretary:        Derek Lewison (01462-711504)

SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUBContact: John Clark ( 01462-711446) or Jeff Rix ( 01462-711298)Established in June 2008, now meets regularly on Monday and Friday evenings at the Village Hall from 7.15pm to 10.15pm.

HISTORY SOCIETYContact : Derek Turner - 01462-712462.derek.turner@phonecoop.coop

EXPLORERS:Contact Pauline Goodman - 01462-711943Meet on Wednesday evenings 7.00pm - 8.30pm at Shillington Village Hall.

SCOUTS :Leader : Ian Montgomery - 07729-353885

CUBS :Group Scout Leader: Pauline Goodman - 01462-711943 Meet on Tuesday evenings 6.45pm – 8.15pm at Shillington Village Hall.

BEAVERS:Leader : Amy Hanks - 01462-713763Meet on Tuesday evenings 5.45pm – 6.45pm at Shillington Village Hall.

GUIDES :Leader : Carol Summerfield - 01462-711496Meet on Tuesday evenings from 7.15 to 9.00 p.m. at Shillington Lower School.

BROWNIES :Brown Owl : Donna Prestana - 01462-713043Meet on Tuesday evenings from 6.00 to 7.15p.m. at Shillington Lower School

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Chair – Margaret Bruce - 01462-711410The SVDA exists to promote the principles and use of the Village Design Statement to ensure that any further development and change will contribute positively to the future of Shillington and protect and enhance its special qualities. New members are welcome at any time. The subscription is £2.00 per year to help with administration costs. Copies of the constitution and rules of the association and membership application forms are available from the Treasurer. Copies of the Village Design Statement can be obtained from members.

VILLAGE CARE SCHEME : 07939-448360Volunteer village residents here to help – transport to medical appointments and day centre/shopping, prescription collection; small household chores – form filling; sitting with a loved one whilst you have a short break. Just call the above number. Normally we will answer your call directly. If not there will be a message service where you can leave your name and number and we will call you back within 2 hours to see how we can help.If you would like to become a volunteer contact Ida 01462 711814 or John 01462 711084.

CRAFT CLUB:Janet Worley - 01582-881824The club meets twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 2.00 to 4.00pm at the Congregational Church. A variety of knitted and sewn items are produced and usually sold in aid of local charities. Current long term project is a panel of embroidered verses with applique/quilted illustrations, which should hopefully be completed during 2014.

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HOMEWATCH:Mid Beds Chairman & Pegsdon Co-ordinator

Anthony Howells 01582-881611 t.howells08@btinternet.com

Bedford Close James Badgery 01462-712904Church View Avenue Peter Lumkin 01462-711108 p.lumkin@tiscali.co.ukChurch Street Peter Watts 01462-712080 pwatts03@globalnet.co.ukApsley End Arch Sandra Mott 01462-711222 sandra@mott.org.ukHillside Close Ron Bradstreet 01462-711486 ronald.bradstreet@btinternet.com

POLICE : Emergency : 101To report incidents: Call Centre : 01234-841212

Trading Standards - Bogus Caller Hotline: 08454 040506

PARISH COUNCIL:Meet every first Tuesday of the month in the Congregational Church at 7.45pm. Doors open at 7.30 p.m.Clerk to the Council : Mrs. Karen Cousins, 20A Vicarage Close - 01462-713567. (shilling1@talk21.com) to whom all Council business should be addressed.

Parish Councillors :Sue Chalmers John Clark Alison Graham Tony Howells

David Middleton David Mott Helen Smith Derek Turner

Sally Stapleton Chair

David Simkins Vice Chair

Central Bedfordshire Ward Councillor :Alison Graham (Independent) – 01462-713543. amwgraham@gmail.com

NEAREST HOUSEHOLD WASTE RECYCLING CENTRE :Ampthill - Abbey Lane - 01525 403611

For more details on Mid Bedfordshire recycling please visit: www.recycle-now.co.uk

Households in Mid Beds have waste collected weekly – once a fortnight for recyclables (green bin or orange bag) and garden rubbish and once a fortnight for household (black bin). Weekly for food waste (small brown bins). Check to see which bins neighbours leave out to see which one should be left out when !

RECYLING BINS FOR MIXED GLASS :These bins are located in the car park at the top of Greenfields, Shillington (near Playing Field).

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E N V I R O N M E N T A L

SHILLINGTON GREEN GROUP – Alison Graham 01462-713543

Check in the Parish News for local initiatives like Xmas Tree recycling and village litter picks.

CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS :Contact : Derek Turner - 01462-712462

Meet to look after places where flowers and wildlife can thrive. Also improve access to the countryside and provide information about the Shillington area. New recruits welcome to assist in all aspects of our work.

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