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2016 Blog Archive

Our blog contains a combination of Clanfield Online editor thoughts, opinions and updates as well as contributions from locals who wish to share their thoughts with the local community.

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  • Hilltop Garage - a handy guide to happy motoring

    Drive safely this winter with Hilltop Garage

    Author: Graham Parish - Hilltop Garage
    Date: 3rd December 2016
    Categories: Clanfield, Blog, Advice

    Hilltop Garage - a handy guide to happy motoring

    Winter has finally arrived and staying safe on the roads should be your priority.  There are a few simple checks you can do to ensure your car is ready for the cold weather.

    Hilltop Service Station currently are offering a 12-point Winter Safety Check for just £10 + Vat. All these items and more are inspected and checked, and you will also receive a report on your car’s condition.

    Please call us on 02392 596038 to book an appointment or find out more.


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  • Clanfield - We Can Do It !

    Clanfield - We Can Do It !

    Author: Anne Cleaver
    Date: 29th November 2016
    Categories: Clanfield, Business, Community, Blog

    Clanfield - We Can Do It !

    Clanfield - We Can Do It !

    Two stories emerged over the weekend and just in case you missed them here is a roundup.

    Firstly, there was strong reaction on social media when a Morrison’s video van made a brief appearance in Clanfield on Saturday.  

    On that morning, a Morrison’s van with a large video screen fixed to the side of the vehicle was promoting the supermarket’s products, right outside our local shops in Drift Road. Both shopkeepers and several customers felt this was far too intrusive so politely asked the driver to move. He did so but only by a few parking bays. He did leave eventually and it was suggested that the ASDA carpark in Waterlooville would be a good spot to try?   


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  • Christmas is Coming

    Christmas is Coming

    Author: Anne Cleaver
    Date: 25th November 2016
    Categories: Clanfield, Community, Blog

    Christmas is Coming

    Christmas is Coming

    Only 4 weeks to go to Christmas so you ought to be checking your Christmas list and ticking off some of the reminders.  Our Facebook and Twitter pages have been busy with local businesses flagging up that it really is important to contact them now so you won’t miss out this Christmas.

    Look great and feel fabulous this December.  Hair styled to perfection, nails manicured, skin glowing, a gentle massage and makeup to enhance your natural beauty. 


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    Reeve Butcher’s Ready Meals

    Author: Anne Cleaver
    Date: 24th October 2016
    Categories: Clanfield, Business, Blog

    ron reeve cottage pie

    With chilly autumn nights drawing in - comfort food is back on the menu? 

    Busy households don’t always have the time to prepare a tasty meal, but who doesn’t want a ‘home cooked’ quality dish made from the finest ingredients that will satisfy the whole family. This is where Ron Reeve Ltd Family Butcher & Delicatessen come to the rescue with frozen Ready Meals for you to buy. Using their award-winning meat, the team at Reeve Butchers prepare and cook the meals on the premises using their special, secret recipes. 

    The Reeve Ready Meals come in a variety of sizes and types and they are all firm favourites with customers.  From the family-sized Shepherds and Cottage Pie to individual sized packs of chicken curry, liver and bacon, sausage and mash and much, much more. Not forgetting the amazing homemade pasties and pies that continue to delight the customers; everything from traditional Cornish Pasties, sausage rolls to a variety of beef pies – try the beef cooked in HSB - sheer heaven! The delicious aromas that swirl around the shop on baking days ensure a loyal following of shoppers eager to buy. Graham Reeve commented “our ready meals and pies are really popular but we want to spread the word to everyone in the village that we have these easy, delicious and affordable dishes on offer in the shop.  So, you can stock up the freezer to use when you don’t have time to cook.”  


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    Clanfield Online bringing the community together

    Author: Anne Cleaver
    Date: 24th October 2016
    Categories: Clanfield, Catherington, Chalton, Horndean, Denmead, Hambledon, Business, Community, Local event

    community cartoon

    Clanfield Online hosted a successful networking evening last week when over 50 people gathered in the centre of the village to meet and make new friends.  The website membership of 43 local businesses and 27 community organisations were represented by those who gathered to enjoy a drink and delicious food in the Kassia in Drift Road.

    We were fortunate to have Ken Moon as our main speaker who recounted his many years as our County and District Councillor; explained his current role in Brexit negotiations as a leading member of the Federation of Small Businesses and spoke about his next project, the opening and management of the Community Centre in Green Lane Clanfield. Questions from the audience reflected the intense interest in the community centre and Ken informed us that the building would be opening in early 2017 with a variety of sports and facilities on offer and to Sports England standards.  Plans for a Community Centre website were in progress that would give more information and permit online booking.  


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  • Hilltop Garage - a handy guide to happy motoring

    Why Checking Your Timing Belt Could Save You Money

    Author: Graham Parish - Hilltop Garage
    Date: 19th October 2016
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    Hilltop Garage - a handy guide to happy motoring

    When it comes to car servicing, Timing Belt or Cam Belt replacement is without doubt the most important serviceable component of your car’s engine. Not only does it carry out an incredibly important job controlling the camshafts in your engine and keeps it running smoothly, but if left unchanged and it breaks, it can cause serious damage to your engine and cost hundreds if not thousands of pounds to repair.

    When comparing the cost of a Timing Belt change in comparison to repairing the damage that a slipped or a snapped Timing Belt can cause, the question of whether to change your belt really does answer itself. 

    It is important that you know the change interval of your Timing Belt as going over the manufacturers’ recommendation can lead to a slipped or snapped belt.  We recommend that you follow your car manufacturers change interval, but don’t forget the belt itself is made of perishable material, so if you have any doubts about the condition of the belt itself or when it was last changed get a professional to check it out.


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    Volunteering in your community – make a difference

    Author: Russell Cleaver
    Date: 29th September 2016
    Categories:

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    If you want to make a real difference in your life and that of your local community, then volunteering is the path you should consider.  Young or young at heart, student, working or retired there are all sorts of opportunities of getting involved in your local community that not only provide much needed public benefit but are also very satisfying to undertake. You offer a small amount of time and in return you learn new skills, make new friends and make a difference!   

    It is the enjoyment factor that really makes volunteer groups tick; that and the motivation you get on a task day. Some volunteers may work independently; others will be in groups but invariably all will be welcomed by professional staff. For you are usually helping to reduce their workload or extend their ability to offer more - so you are generally much appreciated.


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    CELEBRATING 30 YEARS OF STYLE

    Author: Sophie at The Salon
    Date: 12th September 2016
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    The team at The Salon in Clanfield invite you to join them in celebrating their 30th birthday with a Ladies Fashion Show at Horndean Technology College on Saturday 24 September from 6pm in support of The Rowans Hospice.  The evening will be an exciting extravaganza of fashion and hair styling featuring vintage hairstyles and clothing from 1920 through to 2016. 

    Musical entertainment will be provided by the students of HTC Arts Department whilst the Hairdressing pupils, Class Cuts, will give you the opportunity to create your own vintage hairstyle. Table-top sales of jewelry, accessories and gifts will be on offer as you delve into your free goodie bag and enjoy a complimentary glass of bubbly.  A charity raffle with some super prizes and a bar to purchase more refreshments will add to the fun. 


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    First steps to fitness with Clanfield Joggers

    Author: Anne Cleaver
    Date: 5th September 2016
    Categories:

    clanfield

    Last month the extraordinary medal winning success of Team GB at the Olympics thrilled the nation.  There were many of us suffering from lack of sleep in that exhausting fortnight as we tuned in at bedtime and beyond to cheer on our brave and determined athletes.  And from Wednesday 7 September we must (and will!) do it all over again to celebrate and applaud the Paralympians as they compete in Rio.

    Team GB are an inspiration to us all, no matter our age, sex, physical ability or size of waistline.  When the athletes are interviewed they speak about how tough their training can be and the struggle to achieve their best at all times.  They are single-minded individuals who despite every difficulty or disability are determined to succeed whatever the challenge before them. When Mo Farah was asked why he was so successful on the track he answered “Training. You just have to put in the training.” This should be an inspiration to us all.  We might not ever get anywhere near Olympic standard, but by making the effort to be fitter and healthier despite any difficulty, we will follow in Team GB’s footsteps.


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    Fun for Free at Peel Park

    Author: Anne Cleaver
    Date: 16th August 2016
    Categories:

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    If you thought that Clanfield was a quiet sort of place with not much happening, especially in the summer holidays, then you are in for a surprise from now until the end of August. Peel Park in Chalton Lane is going to be the HQ for free events for all ages every Wednesday from 1 – 4pm.  http://www.clanfieldonline.com/14/992/free-summer-activities-in-peel-park

    You can try your luck at Lazer Tag with Jungle Bunnies on Wednesday 17 August or shake it about with Hula Shaker’s Hula Hooping sessions on 24th of this month.  Finally, Top Banana will be letting you into the secrets of Circus Skills on Wednesday 31 August.  These activities are open to all ages so come along, bring a picnic, have a laugh and make some friends.  


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