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February 2016
PPAARRIISSHH WWEELLCCOOMMEE PPAACCKK
covering Shillington, Pegsdon and Higham Gobion.
WELCOME TO THE PARISH OF SHILLINGTON 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.
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1. Welcome 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 13-17. Sports, Leisure & Beauty, Local B&B / Miscellaneous 18-19. Doctors / Dentists / Vet / Kennels & Cattery / Pet
Supplies 20. Library / Parish Newsletter / Annual Events 21-24. Local Organisations 25. Environmental
Please ‘contact us’ if details/information are out of date or if you are a local business/group and would like to be listed here.
No charge for inclusion.
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The Crown Inn - 01462-711667 Landlord & Lady: Michael Brophy www.thecrownshillington.co.uk 104 High Road, Shillington. SG5 3LP email: [email protected]
Opening hours: All day from 12 noon - Monday-Saturday All 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 9.00pm Friday-Saturday: 12 noon to 9.30pm Sunday (for Breakfast): from 9.30am Sunday: 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: Damon & Lily 16 Apsley End Road, Shillington. SG5 3LX
Opening times: 7 days a week from 12:00 until 23:00 Steak nights every Tuesday - £16.00 for 2. Curry nights every Wednesday - £8.95 per person. Gluten free available (let staff know when making a booking).
Food served: Lunch: Tuesday-Saturday - from 12 noon to 14:30 Dinner: Tuesday-Saturday – 17:00 to 21:00 Sunday (traditional roasts): 12 noon to 18:00
A family pub offering a warm welcome and friendly atmosphere and fun for all ages. Good fresh food locally sourced; real ales. New play area and patio coming soon. Dogs welcome. Fantastic venue for any event needing catering: adult and children’s birthdays; weddings; wakes; baby showers; family parties; buffets; work does; barbeques and much more.
The Noah’s Ark - 01462-711611 Hillfoot Road, Shillington. SG5 3NS Landlord & 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 Club Greenfields, Shillington. SG5 3NX
07467-191799. E-mail: [email protected]
Opening hours: Mon – 19:30 : Fri – 20:00 : Sat – arranged evenings: Sun – 12 noon til 16:00
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 - 01582-881739 www.liveandletlive.uk Pegsdon Way, Pegsdon. SG5 3JX Landlord & Lady: Martin Duggan & Chrissie Gaynon
The Live & Let Live Pub, Restaurant and B&B is located at the foot of Pegsdon Hills on Bedfordshire/Hertfordshire Border. 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 a table in our restaurant.
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PLUMBING :
Les Newton - 01462-712871 (Mobile: 07768-085021) Gravenhurst
Plumbing & 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.
Matthew B. Harris - 01462-857859 (Mobile: 07860-850583) Campton
Plumbing & Heating. GasSafe & OFTEC Registered. All plumbing work undertaken – Servicing & Repairs
Boiler & Central Heating – Systems Installation & Repairs
Complete Bathroom – Installation & Tiling Service
Plumbing & Heating – Breakdown & Upgrades
30 years’ experience.
CARPENTRY :
Tony Ashton, MIOC - AA Carpentry - 01582-882585 Barton Carpenter and Joiner
Free quotations and estimates.
BUILDING SERVICES : John Butler - Building & Maintenance Services (Shillington) 01462-711324 - Mobile: 07710-829697 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
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CTP Construction - 01525-860105 Silsoe General Building (Bricklaying, plastering, roofing, patios, extensions)
Driveways, Paths
Large & Small Jobs Undertaken – all work guaranteed – free estimates.
Graham Evans Electrical 01462-711831/07774-457435 e-mail: [email protected]
A 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
Rob Lumkin 01462-711108/07546-291315 Electrical & Property Maintenance Part P approved
Rewires / extra sockets / fusebox upgrades / all types of lighting
Fencing / driveways & patios / plumbing / decorating
Martin Roe – Painting & Decorating 01462-817616 - Mobile: 07973-532430 All aspects Quality assured Free estimates
LockRite – Local Locksmith & Security Services 07847-849202. [email protected]. 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 - 07884-077255 Andy Dodd – your local personal agent based in Shillington Personal estate agency
All major portals used
All viewings accompanied
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WINDOWS :
Barry Bolton Windows, Doors & Conservatories - 01234-739736 A 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.
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN :
Stephen Funge, MCIAT, MAPM - 01234-381304 mobile 07710-268372 [email protected] Planning & building regulations applications
Design & Project Management
Extensions, New Houses, Offices, Shops
CLEANING SERVICES :
The Carpet Cleaner, Old Town, Stevenage - 01438-211763 mobile 07973-855007 www.thecarpetcleaneruk.com Professional carpet, rug and upholstery cleaning. Trusted locally for over 20 years.
Powerful truck-mounted 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
Steve Wildman’s Cleaning Service, Barton
01582-882620 mobile 07769-042523 e-mail: [email protected] High quality carpet, upholstery, rug and leather suite cleaning.
GARDENING SERVICES :
Grangers - Grounds Maintenance – 01462-713020 www.mjgrangergrounds.co.uk 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.
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A & B Gardening Limited – Ben Jepps - 01462-711430 mobile 07821-155763 Garden & Grounds Maintenance
Landscaping
Tree Surgery
Full insured
City & Guilds NPTC Qualified.
Modern Gardens - 07969-888422 [email protected]
Create – Construct – Maintain A friendly garden maintenance company covering all aspects of work in domestic gardens as well as experience in Manor House grounds and farms. Call now for a free and no obligation quote from a local village resident.
Stumpbusters – Tree Stump Grinding Specialists Roger Simkins, Shillington. 01462-713264 mobile 07788-888283 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.
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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.
LOGS :
LOGMAN - Shaun DeWick (Shillington) - 07801-144555 Mixed, seasoned, barn stored, hardwood.
PEST CONTROL :
Riddance Environmental Pest Control Specialists 07751-877457 or 07519-810119 [email protected] Shillington based
Over 20 years’ experience
Friendly, expert advice
Great rates
All pests covered
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Bowles Garage & Accident Repair Centre, SHILLINGTON 01462-711247. Opening hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-18:00/Sat 08:00-13:00 Also incorporating FM Car Sales
MOT Testing Station Servicing Approved accident repairs and servicing Diagnostics Fuel / Retail Shop Courtesy Cars Available Used Car Sales Celebrating 40 years of service – 1974-2014.
F. C. DAWES & SON LTD, SHILLINGTON - 01462-711210
Petrol/Diesel Forecourt Open for Card Payments 07:00 to 19:00 7 days a week.
Garage shop.
Central heating oil supplier.
BUMPS & DINGS, SHILLINGTON - 07876-324240 Mobile 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 01234-381352 mobile 07949-217214
Unit 6 Old Rowney Farm,Shefford, Beds. SG17 5QH Offering 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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A & S Stores, 85 Bury Road - 01462-711665 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.
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 - 01462-711676 Steve & Carolyn Ansell Post office Off licence – good range of wines, beers and spirits 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 PLAICE www.thehappyplaice.co.uk
Quality Fish & Chips
Wednesday evenings – Village Hall Car Park, High Road
From 16:00 to 19:00
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ALL 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.
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 STREET www.shillingtoncong-church.org.uk
Minister : Rev. Angus McCormick - 01462-712096
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
SHILLINGTON LOWER SCHOOL, GREENFIELDS Head Teacher: Mrs. Juliet Parker Secretary: Mrs. M. Portess - 01462-711637
ROBERT BLOOMFIELD ACADEMY, BLOOMFIELD DRIVE, SHEFFORD 01462-813366
SAMUEL WHITBREAD ACADEMY, SHEFFORD ROAD, CLIFTON 01462-812798 Upper School with 6th form and evening classes
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HALL HIRE
Village Hall, High Road Booking Secretary: Naomi Saul 01462-711772
Congregational Church, Church Street Mrs. Angela Corbettt 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 - 01525-861281 also 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 POOLS
Hitchin : Swimming Centre 01462-441646 Letchworth : North Herts Leisure Centre 01462-679311 Flitwick : 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.
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Beauty Therapy - Beverley Croft - 01462-711358 A range of beaty treatments for ladies, from a professional therapist with many years’ experience. Gift vouchers available. Call between 09.00 – 19:00 Monday to Friday for an appointment
Specialist facial using Galvanic Plus Facials with essential oils
Manicure/Pedicure Waxing Massage Lash & Brow Tinting Electrolysis Make Up Advice
Caroline’s Cuts & Tans (Shillington) - 01462-713452 / 07990-507941 Mobile 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.uk Email: [email protected] Based in Shillington. Established 1994 Sale, repair and servicing of PCs, Printers and Laptops Specialist PCs built to order Toner cartridges, Ink cartridges, Inkjet and Laser Paper FREE installation and Data Transfer when you buy a new built to order PC. IT Service - 01462-711558/07905-379266 – www.your-itservice.com From 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 4JX www.theyewtreehouse.co.uk
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OTHER SERVICES:
Auctioneers & Valuers: W & H Peacock – 01234-266366. www.peacockauction.co.uk Established 1901.
Bedford Auction Centre, 26 Newnham Street, Bedford. MK40 3JR.
Viewing every Friday 08:30-20:00
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 – 07785-584474 John 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.
Bespoke Dog Grooming – Bentley’s Boutique - 07717-185537 My name is Abbie and I provide a very personal dog grooming service tailored around the needs of your dog in the comfort of their own home. I set up my mobile station using floor coverings, style your dog and leave the space clean and tidy on my departure and your dog looking its very best without the stress.
City & Guilds Qualified
Very professional prices.
Barnes Mending Services (Barton) & Sewing Lessons - 01582-883466 [email protected] Make and mend for all your sewing alterations and projects
Sewing lessons from 8 to 100 years of age ! For all abilities – one to one or in a group
Zara’s Concierge Service – 2nd Pair of Hands (Shillington) - 07817-593210 House Sitting / Pet Sitting
Repairs, Deliveries & Appointments
New baby support
Health & Patient Care
Cleaning Services
Ironing Services
CRB cleared and insured
Driving School - BDS Driving Tuition – Bill Shaw (Stondon) - 07952-134575 CRB Checked Motorway Tuition Manual & Automation Tuition Pass Plus Training
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Will Making Service - Steve Gibbs (Meppershall) 07885-417464 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.
Singing Lessons – Karen England (Shillington) - 07989-300959 www.karen-england.co.uk Local professional singer available for voice lessons I offer tuition to everyone, from young to old with the emphasis on having fun, learning proper technique (breathing and singing) and building confidence.
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DOCTORS :
Stondon - 01462-850305 The Surgery, 109 Station Road, Lower Stondon
Barton - 01582-528700 (appointments). Doctor Hughes & Associates, The Surgery, Hexton Road DENTISTS :
Shefford - 01462-814020 D. Lakhani, Whitworth Chambers, 34-34A High Street
Barton - 01582-882600 David 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.
CHIROPODIST (home visits only)
John R. Cranston, Shefford - 01462-813939
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VET :
Barton : Julia Boness - 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 Rachael Harris (Lower Gravenhurst) Email: [email protected] 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: 08:30-10:30 / 16:00-18:00. Sun: 09:00–13:00
PET & ANIMAL FEEDS/SUPPLIES
Staggering Duck Pet Stuff - 01582-882500 www.staggeringduck.co.uk The Old Watermill Shopping Village, Barton We sell a wide range of high quality dog, cat and pet products including:
Food and treats
Litter and bedding
Beds and carriers
Leads and collars
Dog coats
Small animal and poultry cages, hutches and runs
Bird tables and feeders.
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L 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.
Published every 2 months February – April – June – August – October – December
Delivered free to parishioners and subsidised by the business advertisers with donations from the Parish Council and All Saints Church.
Articles, letters, personal adverts welcome - just pop details through Village Hall letter box or contact the
Editor - Sally Stapleton 07711-504489 e-mail : [email protected]
A N N U A L V I L L A G E E V E N T S
Church Fete – 4th Saturday in June
Horticultural Show – 3rd Saturday in September
Service of Remembrance – Congregational Church – Sunday nearest 11 November
All Saints Church – Xmas Bazaar – 1st Saturday in December
Congregational Church – Xmas Tree Festival – 1st Friday, Saturday & Sunday in December
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SHILLINGTON UNDER FIVES & HIGH FIVES BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CLUB: Contact: 07769 866286 www.shillingtonunderfives.ik.org.
Our team of professional, highly qualified and trained staff provide childcare from 07:30 to 18:00 Monday to Friday in term time for children from 2 to 9 years of age. We take funded 2, 3 and 4 year olds and have very flexible session times. Holiday clubs run throughout the year for children up to 12 years of age. Prices are £4 per hour with sibling discounts. Located in the grounds of Shillington Lower School.
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.
Some of us are now able to provide up to 15 hours of free childcare a week for eligible 2 year olds, as soon as care starts, in the same way that nurseries and pre-schools can. We are also able to provide the free sessions for all 3 and 4 year olds, which normally starts the term after the child’s 3rd birthday. We each have differing childcare availability such as before and after school care, daytime childcare, overnight childcare, ad-hoc care or flexible care e.g. for shift workers.
To find out more about each childminder and their availability, please contact us:
Laura Forgham 01462 713638 [email protected] Kim Lear 01462 713562 [email protected] Katie Brettell 01462 713054 [email protected] Jo Wright 01462 713999 [email protected] Simone Barnby 01462 712120 [email protected] Carli Mauger 01462-339260 [email protected]
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WOMEN’S INSTITUTE : President: Mrs Jenny Kingsnorth - 01462-711205 Meets 1st Thursday in the month in the Congregational Church Hall at 20:00. Good programme of speakers, demonstrations, social evenings and outings. Book and Craft Groups, Walking for Health Group, Theatre Group and Lunch Club.
WIVES’ GROUP : Chairperson: Mrs. Pauline Haley - 01462-711711 Meets every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month in the Congregational Church Hall at 19:45. Great programme of speakers, demonstrations, social evenings and outings. Ladies of any age and marital status welcome to come along.
MENS’ CLUB : Chairman: Graham Williams - 01462-713468
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 contact the Chairman.
SHORT MAT BOWLS CLUB Contact: 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 19:15 to 22:15.
HISTORY SOCIETY Contact: Derek Turner - 01462-712462. [email protected]
EXPLORERS: Contact: Pauline Goodman - 01462-711943 Meet on Wednesday evenings 18:00-20:30 at Shillington Village Hall.
SCOUTS : Leader: Ian Montgomery - 07729-353885
CUBS : Group Scout Leader: Pauline Goodman - 01462-711943 Meet on Tuesday evenings 18:45– 20:15 at Shillington Village Hall.
BEAVERS: Leader : Amy Hanks - 01462-713763 Meet on Tuesday evenings 17:45-18:45 at Shillington Village Hall.
GUIDES: Leader : Carol Summerfield - 01462-711496 Meet on Tuesday evenings from 19:15 to 21:00 at Shillington Lower School.
BROWNIES: Brown Owl : Donna Prestana - 01462-713043 Meet on Tuesday evenings from 18:00 to 19:15 at Shillington Lower School
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VILLAGE DESIGN ASSOCIATION: Chair – Tim Theaker – 01462 712834 The SVDA exists to promote the principles and use of the Village Design Statement to ensure that any further development will contribute positively to the future of Shillington and protect and enhance its special qualities. If you are interested in being kept informed, or want to get involved in current planning issues and new developments please join us now. We welcome new members, and the Annual Subscription is only £2 per person. Membership application forms and further information is available from the Treasurer, Sue Andrews – 01462 712160 or Secretary, David Bartholomew – 01462 711436. Both the Village Design Statement and Membership form can be downloaded from the Village Website Home page via the Village planning tab. www.shillington.org.uk
VILLAGE CARE SCHEME: 07939-448360 Volunteer 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 John - 01462 711084.
CRAFT CLUB: Janet Worley - 01582-881824 The 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.
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HOMEWATCH:
Mid Beds Chairman & Pegsdon Co-ordinator
Anthony Howells 01582-881611 [email protected]
Bedford Close James Badgery 01462-712904
Church View Avenue Peter Lumkin 01462-711108 [email protected]
Church Street Peter Watts 01462-712080 [email protected]
Apsley End Arch Sandra Mott 01462-711222 [email protected]
Hillside Close Ron Bradstreet 01462-711486 [email protected]
POLICE:
Emergency : 999 To report incidents: Call Centre : 101 or 01234-841212
Central Bedfordshire Council - Public Protection - Trading Standards Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands,SG17 5BP
t: Citizens Advice consumer helpline 03454 040506 e: [email protected] w: Central Bedfordshire Council Trading Standards website
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. ([email protected]) to whom all Council business should be addressed.
Parish Councillors :
John Clark Tracey Forsyth Alison Graham Tony Howells
Ben Jepps Angus McCormick David Mott Derek Turner
Sally Stapleton Chair
David Simkins Vice Chair
Central Bedfordshire Ward Councillor : Alison Graham (Independent) – 01462-713543. [email protected]
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NEAREST HOUSEHOLD WASTE RECYCLING CENTRE : **Ampthill - Abbey Lane - 01525 403611 (**note: this is now closed for 6 months for refurbishment from 14 February 2016) – next nearest recycling centre is at Biggleswade, Bells Brook, SG18 0NA. There will be an opportunity to dispose of green garden waste at The Council Offices, Monks Walk, Chicksands, SG17 5XY just prior to Easter 2016.
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).
CONSERVATION VOLUNTEERS: Contact : Derek Turner - 01462-712462
The Group 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.
