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Why are we all SO obsessed by food? Not a day
goes by without us discussing what to cook for
dinner, eat for lunch, or local restaurants to visit.
Theres no denying it; we are a nation consumed
by what we put in our bellies. Luckily for us,
we have outstanding places on our doorstep
in which to indulge our fascination; from cafs,
pubs and restaurants to farmers markets and
farm shops, this little corner of Hampshire is
bulging at the seams with fresh produce and
tasty dining experiences. On p.(18-19) weve
shared some of our favourite local places to
get your foodie fx, and a guide to Odihams
wonderful Friday Market on p.(7). Weve been
giving into temptation at the Hoddington Arms
on p.(23) and experimenting in the kitchen
with a dessert to die for on p.(13). If gin is
your thing, then youll love our interview with
Hampshires very own Twisted Nose Gin on
p.(8-9). After all that eating and drinking youll
need to work off some pounds, so why not try
Bernie and Jims latest walk around Crondall on
p.(30). We certainly will!
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ARTIST MAKES RECORDS SALES FOR
THE FRAME GALLERY
The Frame Gallerys recent exhibition of
new works by international wildlife artist, Pip
McGarry, has been its most successful to date,
achieving record sales for Jan Baker and the
team. The exhibition attracted new
as well as returning customers
from across the region, eager
to see the latest collection of
oil paintings of African big cats
and game by this world-renowned
artist. Pip is amazed by the success;
This is my second solo exhibition that has
gone into six fgures and my second most
successful ever exhibition. The fact that it
occurred in a small village location makes it
all the more astonishing.

ST. MICHAELS HOSPICE NEEDS VOL-
UNTEER BEFRIENDERS
This new service is now up and running in
the Odiham, Hook, Hartley Wintney, and
Old Basing areas.
The volunteer befrienders provide social
companionship to patients who
are lonely and isolated and
living with a life limiting
illness. By building a trusting
relationship they help to
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feelings of self-worth.
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For just 2-hours a week, you can make
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local community. Relevant training, as well
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locally at Odiham Cottage Hospital. The next
training course will begin in September 2014.
If you would like to join this enthusiastic and
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FRIDAY MARKET
SHOPPING AT A MARKET IS A GREAT
WAY TO BUY FRESH PRODUCE AND
SUPPORT LOCAL TRADERS. LUCKILY
FOR US, ODIHAM HAS ITS VERY OWN
EVERY FRIDAY ON THE HIGH STREET.
IF YOU HAVENT MADE IT DOWN YET,
HERES A LITTLE OF WHAT YOUVE BEEN
MISSING.
YOUR 5 A DAY
A traditional, family owned green grocer run by
Tommy and Grace. Their stall offers a superb
range of fresh fruit, vegetables and salad.
Everything you could possibly need is here
and youll be supporting British farmers in the
process.
Contact Tommy Lamb on 07810 584654
LET THEM EAT CAKE
Gareth and Emma of Odiham Cake Company
are well known locally for their incredible cake
creations. At their Friday market stall you can
also buy delicious, freshly baked bread, like
focaccia, rolls and batch loaves.
Visit www.odihamcakecompany.co.uk
FRIDAY FISH SUPPER
Honour the British tradition for a Friday night
fsh supper by sidelining the chippy and making
your own. Pop down and have a chat with Pete
at his stall, Petes Plaice (geddit), where every
Friday you can buy lovely fresh fsh like salmon,
haddock, plaice and bass.
Contact Petes Plaice on 01189 889585 for
more information.
THE PERFECT VINTAGE
If cheese is your thing then a visit to the cheese stall is
a must. This impressive stall sells an enormous variety
of traditional cheeses cut to order, from the UK and
Europe. Whether its hard, soft, or blue cheese that
takes your fancy, the cheese guys, with their expert
knowledge, will be able to fnd the perfect one for you.
So Paul, what inspired you to make gin?
Ive been fascinated by the distinctive citrus-pine char-
acter of gin since being reintroduced to it at university.
The idea of making a Hampshire gin started at the end
of 2011 after a long conversation with a friend, prob-
ably in a bar, where we explored the local ingredients
that could go into it. I believe the session ended with
the immortal words how hard can it be?
It transpired that making a top quality gin is actually
very hard. After two years learning the craft of a dis-
tiller, I created a product I was proud to share. When
my family and friends assured me the gin was really
good, I took the terrifying leap to create the frst batch
and Twisted Nose Gin launched in May 2014.
Whats unique about your gin?
My goal was to create a contemporary gin that was
frmly rooted in Hampshire. I substituted the Asian
peppers found in many traditional gins with water-
cress from Alresford, creating a subtle spice and a
fresh greenness to the fnish. Lavender from Long
Barn adds a foral sweetness and the distilled spirit
is brought back down to a palatable strength using
pure spring water from the New Forest. Were truly
a Hampshire product. The complete production pro-
cess is performed in the heart of Winchester in tiny
batches of 50 bottles.
Twisted Nose is a great name. Where did it come
from?
I wanted a name that distanced itself from the typical
Victorian imagery used for gin; something that brought
it frmly into the 21st century for the new generation
of discerning gin drinkers.
The name comes from the watercress we use - Nasturtium in Latin - which loosely translates as
twisted nose, presumably from the physical reaction caused when biting into the peppery herb. I
also have rather a twisted nose myself, the legacy of a schoolboys miscalculation on the sports feld.
meet the maker In this issues Meet
the Maker, Paul Bowler tells us about
his very unique Hampshire gin.
Photography credit: Peppercorn Photography.
meet the maker In this issues Meet
the Maker, Paul Bowler tells us about
his very unique Hampshire gin.
Where can we buy it?
Independent wine stores in Winchester, Alresford and Stockbridge, along with a few farm shops
in the region. Its also available to drink in many top restaurants, pubs, and bars in Winchester and
the surrounding villages. The full list is on our website. Winchesters Hotel du Vin has made Twisted
Nose their house gin, using it as a base for
the Winchester Martini - well worth stop-
ping by for! In September, the River Cottage
will be showcasing our gin when they launch
their new Winchester canteen, which is re-
ally exciting.
Are there any new favours in the pipeline?
At the moment our main focus is on in-
creasing production and stockists. We do
have a very spicy watercress and three pep-
per distilled vodka in development; wonder-
ful over ice and makes the most amazing
Bloody Mary. Were also launching a bar
masters blend of our gin for professional
cocktail making, and there are plans for an autumnal sloe gin.
What do you love about your work? Are there challenges?
To see the results of your hard work prominently displayed in shop windows and
on bar shelves is truly uplifting. There isnt a guide book on launching a distillery,
and no matter how much research you do, theres always holes in your knowl-
edge that can only be flled by getting out there and doing it for real. Ive found
the key to managing this is to acknowledge mistakes, learn from them, and move
on without kicking yourself too much in the process.
What do you love about living and working in Hampshire?
Hampshire has amazing local business support networks that have made life
much easier for a fedgling product like mine. I love the diversity of food and the
passion that exudes from the producers Ive met through these networks. All
this plus very knowledgeable and passionate customers, makes Hampshire the
perfect base for our distillery.
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT TWISTED NOSE GIN
OR TO BECOME A STOCKIST
VISIT WWW.TWISTEDNOSE.CO.UK OR CONTACT
PAUL@WINCHESTERDISTILLERY.CO.UK
01256 841188
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2 gelatine leaves
300g white chocolate
500g cream
3 egg yolks
125ml milk
DARK CHOCOLATE MOUSSE
1.5 gelatine leaves
150g dark chocolate
200g cream
3 egg yolks
50g caster sugar
150g milk
Small pinch of salt
CHOCOLATE SOIL
200g of caster sugar
200g of ground almonds
120g of plain four
100g of cocoa powder
135g of butter, melted
SPONGE
225g self-raising four
225g butter at room temp
255g caster sugar
4 eggs
1 tsp of baking powder
SOAKING LIQUOR
50ml of Kirsch
50ml water
50g caster sugar
CHERRY COMPOTE
150g cherries
50g of caster sugar
100ml of water
For the white chocolate mousse: whisk eggs yolks until light and fuffy
for about 5 min, heat the milk on a low heat to about 60 degrees.
Pour the hot milk on the egg mixture stirring at all times, cook on the
stove for 5 min. Be careful not to scramble the eggs. Add gelatine and
chocolate and leave to the side to cool slightly. Whip the cream until
stiff peaks; fold into the chocolate, chill in an airtight container in the
fridge for at least 4 hours until set.
For the dark chocolate mousse: repeat as above then add gelatine, salt
and chocolate, whip the cream until stiff peaks; fold into the chocolate,
chill in an airtight container in the fridge for at least 4 hours until set.
For the cherry compote: place all the ingredients in a heavy-based
saucepan, bring to the boil and simmer until the cherries are soft, re-
move half of the cherries and place the other half and the juice in a
blender and blend until smooth. Pass through a fne sieve then mix the
cherries into the puree, set aside until later.
Mix all the ingredients for the chocolate soil together and spread
evenly on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake at 160C/gas
mark 3 for 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Once cooked, leave to
cool then store in an airtight container.
For the soaking mixture: heat up the sugar, water and kirsch and stir
until melted, set aside.
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees, mix all the ingredients, pour the
mixture into a non-stick 14 inch (36cm) tin.
Place in the oven till golden brown 15-25 minutes. Poke holes evenly
over on the top of the sponge. Pour over the alcohol mixture, leave to
soak for 20 min then turn out on to a chopping board and leave for
another 20 min. Cut the sponge in long rectangles.
To plate up, place the sponge in the middle of the plate, crumble the
soil over the top then get two spoons and quenelle each mousse and
place it either side of the crumble. Spoon a bit of the cherry compote
over the top and serve.
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freshly baked scones and an exquisite assortment
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Eat your way around Odiham
Our glorious county has so much to offer when it comes to sourcing
fantastic local produce and great places to eat. Here are some of our top
picks from local eateries in and around Odiham to whet your appetite.
We have ahlialed archilecls
vho can underlake all asecls of
design, gain lanning ermission
and building regulalion aroval
on behalf of our clienls if required.
We are also hay lo vork vilh
exisling archileclural dravings.
As our hilosohy is alvays lo
focus on qualily in every asecl
of lhe rocess, ve vork hard
lo mainlain our reulalion of a
reliable, lruslvorlhy conslruclion
comany.
Weslorl Grey rovides a
full design, managemenl and
conslruclion service for a range
of residenlial ro|ecls underlaken
by discerning clienls. We oer a
comlele service ensuring lhal
all ro|ecls, large or small, are
comleled on lime, on budgel
and hnished lo exacling
slandards.
We rovide original solulions lo
lhe very individual requiremenls
of our clienls.
Tradilional craflsmanshi can be
couled vilh lhe lalesl lechnology
in glazing and healing syslems,
lo achieve bolh lover running
exenses and lhe ullimale in
modern living.
Clienl salisfaclion, along vilh
a high level of ersonal service,
is of lhe ulmosl imorlance
lo us - esecially as a large
ercenlage of vork comes
lhrough recommendalions from
our exisling clienl-base, our
reulalion really does maller!
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ASED in North Hampshire, Westport Grey is a building
company that specialises in extensions, loft conversions,
renovations and new builds of the highest standard.
WhaIeter our bulIdlng needs, ue can IalIor a soIuIlon Io fI.
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We have ahlialed archilecls
vho can underlake all asecls of
design, gain lanning ermission
and building regulalion aroval
on behalf of our clienls if required.
We are also hay lo vork vilh
exisling archileclural dravings.
As our hilosohy is alvays lo
focus on qualily in every asecl
of lhe rocess, ve vork hard
lo mainlain our reulalion of a
reliable, lruslvorlhy conslruclion
comany.
Weslorl Grey rovides a
full design, managemenl and
conslruclion service for a range
of residenlial ro|ecls underlaken
by discerning clienls. We oer a
comlele service ensuring lhal
all ro|ecls, large or small, are
comleled on lime, on budgel
and hnished lo exacling
slandards.
We rovide original solulions lo
lhe very individual requiremenls
of our clienls.
Tradilional craflsmanshi can be
couled vilh lhe lalesl lechnology
in glazing and healing syslems,
lo achieve bolh lover running
exenses and lhe ullimale in
modern living.
Clienl salisfaclion, along vilh
a high level of ersonal service,
is of lhe ulmosl imorlance
lo us - esecially as a large
ercenlage of vork comes
lhrough recommendalions from
our exisling clienl-base, our
reulalion really does maller!
B
ASED in North Hampshire, Westport Grey is a building
company that specialises in extensions, loft conversions,
renovations and new builds of the highest standard.
WhaIeter our bulIdlng needs, ue can IalIor a soIuIlon Io fI.
WWW.WESTPORTGREY.CO.UK Reg. in Lngland - No. 6216684
BUILDING CONTRACTORS 01256 636511
New Builds | Extensions | Renovations | Loft Conversions
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NUMBER 81, HI GH STREET, ODI HAM, HAMPSHI RE
01256 701082
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The Frame Gallery is situated
over two oors on the high
street of historical Odiham.
A light and airy gallery, it is the
perfect place to showcase an
eclectic mix of original art and
lovingly selected gifs for all
occasions.
Whilst we stock a full range of
ready-made frames for your
convenience, we also ofer
bespoke framing from just 30.
With over 1000 mount and
frame options the possibilities
are endless.
Why not frame a memory?
We have worked with medals,
football shirts, dummies,
thimbles, even watering cans.
If it holds a special sentimental
value, we can frame it!
Speciality services such
as restoration and interior
consultations are also available
on request.
visit: theframe-gallery.co.uk
for more information
It was a lovely summers
evening when we pulled up
outside the Hoddington Arms in
the pretty little village of Upton Grey. Soft
lighting, a chilled out soundtrack and the gentle
hum of convivial conversation welcomed us in. Our
hosts for the evening are Alex and Greg, a charming
married couple who took over the pub in November 2013;
the same year it was named Hampshires Pub of the Year. Hailing
from France and New Zealand respectively, theres a nod to international
cuisine on their enticing menu. Moroccan, Spanish, Italian and French infuences
tempt the taste buds with dishes like gazpacho andalouze soup with crme fraiche,
and gnocchi with pea, mint and shaved pecorino.
Theres no beating around the bush with this menu. Simply listed dishes exude confdence in their
ingredients and execution. Theres a good choice of light starters to help hungry diners save room
for the main course and beyond. Locally sourced smoked Fjordling salmon and tricolore salad look
fresh and tempting, but tonight is all about indulgence. Without hesitation I order the crispy pork belly,
Braeburn apple sauce and fennel slaw. The rich, soft pork belly nestles beneath a crispy skin, lifted
by the sweetness of tangy apple sauce. The fennel slaw is a revelation; subtly favoured without an
overpowering taste of aniseed.
My dining companion, Polly, opted for the richly favoured foie gras and chicken liver parfait, served
with a sweet homemade red onion marmalade and crunchy sourdough. Note: earmarked for my next
visit. For our main courses we went big on the meat (apologies to the vegetarians). Polly chose the
homemade beef burger on Alexs recommendation. So often pub burgers can be disappointing, but
this beefy bad boy arrived stacked with British cheese in a top quality bun, ample triple cooked chips
and posh ketchup. Top marks for the rustic wooden board. My Moroccan spiced rump of lamb was
beautifully presented; sliced, juicy, perfectly pink fesh (just how I like it) served with fragrant vegetable
couscous, minted yogurt and a scattering of fresh parsley. There was just enough room for (sharing)
pud. Spongy chocolate pudding arrived laden with salted fudge, ice cream, a scattering of salted caramel
almonds and sweet pickled raspberry; the perfect fnish to an indulgent evening in Upton Grey.
The Hoddington Arms is a place for relaxed dining and great food, with cosy corners for catching up
with friends, and soft candlelight for dinner deux. The rustic chic interior will please the Livingetc
devotees, and with regular events, a new outdoor pizza oven and childrens play area, you can let the
good times rolls at the Hodd. To make a booking visit www.hoddingtonarms.co.uk or call 01256 862371
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NUMBER 81, HI GH STREET, ODI HAM, HAMPSHI RE
01256 701082
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The Frame Gallery is situated
over two oors on the high
street of historical Odiham.
A light and airy gallery, it is the
perfect place to showcase an
eclectic mix of original art and
lovingly selected gifs for all
occasions.
Whilst we stock a full range of
ready-made frames for your
convenience, we also ofer
bespoke framing from just 30.
With over 1000 mount and
frame options the possibilities
are endless.
Why not frame a memory?
We have worked with medals,
football shirts, dummies,
thimbles, even watering cans.
If it holds a special sentimental
value, we can frame it!
Speciality services such
as restoration and interior
consultations are also available
on request.
visit: theframe-gallery.co.uk
for more information



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Join Bernie and Jim through
far-fung felds of gold and cream and
green of every light and shade
Enjoy with us a sweeping circle of a walk around
Crondall, marvel at vast felds of wheat, barley, beans,
yes and peas too (an unusual sight). If the sunshine
favours you bask in the coolness of dark woods and
admire the grey blue view of the Ewshot heights.

Distance: 6 miles Time: about 3 hours
Start and fnish: All Saints Church, Crondall.
Park with care in Croft Lane.
TR Turn right TL Turn left SO Straight on FB Footbridge KG Kissing gate
FP Footpath FPS Footpath sign
Take the FP between the churchyard and the village school alongside a brick wall. Emerge from a
hedge and TL for 50m to follow SO bean feld edge. TR at FPS then SO and after 300m through
wire gate TR then in 25m TL and follow feld edge to enter Lee Wood. Take FP on right after 200m.
Go SO with edge of wood and fence on
left past a badger sett. Emerge at corner of
cornfeld and TL at feld edge. Pile of logs
for coffee stop. Continue to road where
TL path in wood parallel to road. At end of
FP TL walk along road to Bentley signpost
where TL. Look for hidden gap in hedge
where road bears right with steps up.
Cross feld on well trodden path to road
where TR a few steps then TL at FPS by
Travers Cottage. Go SO on edge of feld
with oil seed rape pods on right. Well
defned FP bears right to waymark and big
steps down to FPS where TL along deep
set pebble track with high banks to FPS where TR and go SO to end of feld. Enter wood and go
SO over a stile and out of the wood and bear right over a FB. Horsedown Common is on left
with trig point on top. Follow edge of wood on right. Enter open woodland with grass between
the trees and fnd a stile on right 50m after horsebox and barn. TR then TL after a metal gate and
go SO with hedge on right to FPS where TL round feld then TR with feld edge on left then SO
past overgrown pit on left.
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Peas, barley and wheat are all around you. Under overhead
cables reach road where TR and follow road to left ignoring
road on right. TL at FPS after a few steps and follow edge
of feld on right to cross a FB and where TL and after 50m
at road junction half TL and across pea feld to reach tennis
courts where pass on right along hedge line to reach a metal
gate. TL to reach your start point.
Bernie says: Disused pits often overgrown or tree
lined are a feature of the landscape and are useful navigation
aids as they are often marked on maps. In the pre-chemical fertiliser age chalk or marl would be dug
out for producing lime or to break up stiff clays. Often neglected now, these pits can be a refuge for
wildlife providing cover and habitat.
Note for keen walkers
If you enjoy using a map you need Ordnance Survey Explorer 144 for this walk. Or follow Jim,
intrepid GPS navigator, and download the About Britain app on your mobile which gives you a close
up of your route and tells you where you are...or just follow your nose and enjoy the view!
PLEASE OBSERVE THE COUNTRY CODE CLOSING GATES AFTER YOU AND KEEPING DOGS ON A LEASH WHERE
THERE ARE GRAZING ANIMALS AND TAKING CARE WHEN CROSSING
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We hove come fo fhe end of onofher omo;ing yeor of 8uryfieIds
Infonf SchooIl We wouId Iike fo fhonk everyone who hos pIoyed
fheir porf in moking our schooI such o wonderfuI environmenf in
which fo grow ond Ieorn. Thonk you fo sfoff, governors, porenfs,
PTA, friends ond fomiIy members for everyfhing you hove done
ond confinue fo do fo supporf us. Mosf of oII, fhonk you fo our
fonfosfic chiIdren. Here ore jusf o few of our specioI memories
of Z0I3 / I4. Hove o greof summerl Mrs. Jennings.
Anofher Amo;ing Yeorl
Our memories: (cIockwise from fhe fop) Leorning goIf wifh Mr
Monnion, schooI frips, cosh for coins, fhe Fun Pun, Como Doy,
Sporfs Doy. And finoIIy,... Fonfosfic friendsl
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September
Friday 12th - Jazz & Ale Cruise. 7pm. Ticets 25.
Cruise along the Basingsoke Canal to the sounds of a live tradiional jazz band.
Ticet price includes a s and ci supper. Bar soced wih local ales, cider
and more. Tri lass 3-3.5 hours and leaves from Colt Hill Wharf, Odiham.
Call 01256 765889 to book www.johnpinkerton.co.uk
Saturday 13 to Sunday 14th - Odiham and North Warnborough Heriage
Weekend. The Cross Bar, Odiham. FREE ENTRY.
Visi www.thecrossarn.org.uk for more details.
Sunday 14th Bramsill Heriage Open Day. 9:30am 4:30pm FREE ENTRY.
Visi the rarely open, 3rd mos haunted house in the UK and College of Policing.
Bramsill is a beautiful Jacobean mansion set in lised parkland. College of
Policing, Bramsill House, Hook RG27 0JW
Saturday 27th - Organ recial in aid of Radcan. All Saints Churc. 3pm.
Andrew Benson-Wilson will be gving an organ recial followed by afternoon tea
to raise funds for the new Radiotherapy Uni at Basingsoke Hosial. Ticets
cos 12 (half price for cildren). Contac Margaret Porter on 02380 230649
www.radcan.org.uk
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Sunday 5th - Chariy 5k Run at the Four Seasons Hotel in aid of Terry Fox,
followed by delicious food and fun for all the family.
Visi www.fourseasons.com/hampsire
Thursday 9th - Odiham & Disric NSPCC Commitee AUTUMN AND
CHRISTMAS FAIR 2014 9.00 a.m. to 3.30 p.m at Newlyns Farm Shop
More than 55 carefully seleced salls from around the country. Refresments,
light lunc and rafe.
Friday 10th - O The Beaten Trac wih Cavise
Come and ceer up the begnning of the week and enjoy a fabulous evening wih
Cavise. 8 themed wines wih nibbles in the Odiham sop. 10% discount on all
orders on the night. 15 a ticet.
Saturday 18th Sunday 19th Exhibiion: Birds are Us. The Cross Barn.
A thought-provoking exhibiion wih more than 300 pieces of work on sow.
Local watercolours, picures for cildren, copies of old masers, handmade gfts
and Chrismas decorations. Contac Linda Macdiarmid on 07900 294 557 or
rene.macdiarmid@btinternet.com
Saturday 25th Upton Grey Autumn Fesival. The Hoddington Arms. From 2pm.
Fun for all the family in aid of St. Micaels Hosice. Seasonal games, BBQ and
fesival menu in heated marqee. Visi www.uptongreyautumnfesival.co.uk or
contac Roger Clarke on 01256 862776
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