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Archived press releases for year 2008 |
Press Release May 2008 |
Chairman’s message AGM The 4th AGM of the FHRA was held at the Community Centre on Thursday 27th March. The Chairman announced that the Association had another good year with regard to the events put on in the village, particularly the Christmas event and the Cherry Fayre. Membership was up by 25% on this time last year. The Association lamented that anti social behaviour in the village appears to be getting worse, in line with the nationwide problem. Police and Traffic Group Chair, David Onslow advised that the group is working hard to ensure better coverage of the village by Thames Valley Police. He went on to say it was regrettable that much crime in the village appears to go unreported resulting in the authorities concluding that Flackwell Heath is a low crime area. David urged all residents to report any crime however trivial to the Police on the non emergency number 08458 505505 and to the FHRA on 07871 825201 The Chairman advised that the organisation is looking on the positive side of the youth in the village and is intending to introduce an award for young people that have done something special for the village. Further details will follow in the Autumn. Mike Scullion, Chair of the Events Group, advised that the introduction of a free gate to the Cherry Fayre had been tremendously successful in increasing the popularity of the event. The Christmas event was expanded this year to include a craft fair and parade as well as the traditional singing round the Christmas tree prior to the lighting up ceremony. The Wycombe Orpheus Male Voice Choir evening in January proved popular and helped to raise much needed funds for this year’s Cherry Fayre. Mike advised that the quiz night run jointly between the FHRA and Community Association was once again a sell out and both organisations shared the proceeds. He also advised the introduction of a new event, the race night on November 15th. Mike Scullion was thanked for his tremendous efforts over the last few years as he stands down from chairing the group. Pam Mannering for the youth advised that the skate park had been very popular with the youth despite a few mindless individuals trying to spoil it. Graham Carter for the Planning and environment group reported that the first litter pick had been very successful and a further one was about to take place. WDC Chairman John Savage thanked the committee for their dedication in trying to improve community spirit within the village. Cherry Fayre 2008 The introduction of a free gate for the Cherry Fayre proved very popular in 2007 with everyone except the FHRA Treasurer! The event is budgeted to cost £9,000 this year and to date it has an income of £5,600. The mathematicians amongst you will spot that this leaves a shortfall of £3,400. One criticism levelled at the event last year was that 5 tombolas, numerous food and plant stalls and raffles had not helped any of the organisations running them to make much money. This year village organisations have been challenged to come up with more variety to provide better entertainment as well as reduce competition. Early signs are that this strategy is working but you’ll have to come along on Sunday July 15th to see for yourself! Tombola, raffles, food and plants are always a good money spinners and therefore with the deficit very much in mind the FHRA will be running them to make sure that we can afford to run the Cherry Fayre in future years for the benefit of village organisations and the enjoyment of Flackwell residents and the many visitors we attract.
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Press Release February 2008 |
Chairman’s message FHRA AGM I would like to draw everyone’s attention to the Flackwell Heath Residents Association Annual General Meeting which is to be held on Thursday March 27th 2008 at 8pm, at the Community Centre. The meeting is open to all residents of the village. If you are interested in your village, or would like to join the Association, please feel free to come along. You will hear what the Association has achieved this year, and its plans for the coming year. Will all members therefore please bring their membership cards, as only members will be allowed to vote. I do hope that many of you can come along, and have your say in matters affecting the village. Grant Foster Events Group A date for your diaries this summer: this year’s Cherry Fayre promises to be bigger and better than ever! The Cherry Fayre will be on 13 July 2008 from noon until 5.00 pm at the Recreation Ground - free entry. The Theme is ‘The Wild West Comes to Town’ – so come along and meet the Lone Ranger and Silver. Stall application forms are ready for distribution – if you would like a pitch please contact Terry Darby: 01628 523375. The Cherry Fayre is a major event within the village and very popular. As you can imagine this takes a lot of planning. We are currently looking for a small but willing number of volunteers who would like to help us in the organisation of this event now and in the future. Contact: Mike Scullion: 01628 524187 Police and Traffic Group Please telephone Thames Valley Police on 999 for serious crime 0845 8 505 505 for non-serious crime In addition please use our PAT Group Helpline No. 07871 825201 to let us know if you have a problem or with the lack of response. All messages left on our Helpline are discussed with our Area Beat Officer Rob Page |
Press Release January 2008 |
Chairman’s message Firstly I would like to take this opportunity in wishing all FHRA members and residents of Flackwell Heath a very happy and healthy 2008. As ever our aim is to continue working to improve life and community spirit within the village. Please continue to contact our group regarding any aspect of village life, whether it be anti social behaviour, traffic issues, or the look of the village. We would be pleased to hear from you. Grant Foster Events Group On Saturday 1st Dec Flackwell Heath Residents Association held the annual village Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. This year for the first time a parade was held, led by the Egham Brass Band, and consisting of members of local beaver packs and local schoolchildren, all with brightly lit lanterns. Taking up the rear was Father Christmas in his sleigh drawn by a white horse. The parade followed by crowds of residents, found its way to the grounds of the Community Centre, where the village Christmas Tree had been erected once more. A service of Carols was then conducted by the Rev Chris Bull Vicar of Christ Church. After the Carol service, residents were invited into the Community Centre for refreshments, to meet Father Christmas, and visit the very colourful Craft Fayre, which had been open since mid morning. All funds raised from the event were in aid of Flackwell Heath Residents Association for its Community Projects and events held throughout next year. The FHRA would like to thank all the helpers and supporters on the day, and in particular wish to thank Mr Terry Darby, and also to Pam Mannering for organizing all the refreshments.
Crowds gather on the village green A date for your diaries this summer: this year’s Cherry Fayre promises to be bigger and better than ever! The Cherry Fayre will be on 13 July 2008 from noon until 5.00 pm at the Recreation Ground - free entry. The Theme is ‘The Wild West Comes to Town’ – so come along and meet the Lone Ranger and Silver. Stall application forms are ready for distribution – if you would like a pitch please contact Terry Darby: 01628 523375. Contact: Mike Scullion: 01628 524187
Police and Traffic Group Please telephone Thames Valley Police on 999 for serious crime 0845 8 505 505 for non-serious crime In addition please use our PAT Group Helpline No. 07871 825201 to let us know if you have a problem or with the lack of response. All messages left on our Helpline are discussed with our Area Beat Officer Rob Page Membership Renewals became due on the first of January. If you have not received yours or wish to join the Residents' Association please contact Craig Lewis on 01628 528550. Membership is currently only £5 and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all the members who've added donations on top. It would greatly assist us if everyone would renew before the end of January. Thank you in anticipation of your continued support!
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