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ISSUE NO. 1/93 
FEBRU􀑎RY 1993 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL hds oppo1nted 
planning consultants to prepar-e the 
opposition ta the Eton College 
Rawi ng Trench. at the Public lnqui r-y whi eh is 
from Mav 12th and last for about five weeks. 
scheduled to run 
The CoLtnci 1 and local pr-essLtre groLtp OROF'ET have agreed -3 
policy of full co-operation, and the Parish Council will pay 
about half of DRDPET's estimated costs of employing counsel. 
Simil,3rly, Buckingh,1.msh1re County & District Councils will be 
Jointly represented; several meetings have already taken place 
i nvol vi ng representatives of County, Di str i et ?,. Par-i sh 
Counc i 1 s and Drop et, 
Final details of local strategy are still under discussion. 
but it is certain that the active participation and 
encouragement of residents will be vital to offset the 
undoubted advantage that Eton enjoys in having virtually 
unlimited finance; probably up to a million pounds, compared 
with the limited funds which can be made available by our 
Councils & DROPET. 
The College also enJoys a numerical advantage; they 
already persuaded many of their thousands of "old bovs" 
rowers to sign cards of support. numbers which we cannot 
to match, 
WHAT CAN YOU DO, NOW?????????? 
have 
and 
hope 
Dr-opet & the Parish Counci 1 wi 11 , later, advise VOLt as to how 
& when you can give your active support. If you feel that you 
have any relevant skills to offer, please let us know. 
FACTS NEEDED 
Our consultants seek good information upon which to base the 
evidence to be presented. If you are a rowing enthusiast they 
need to know all about official course dimensions, regattas 
etc. E::perts on local history might like to think what effect 
the trench and associated traffic could have on historical 
artefacts. How will the 200 daily gravel lorries affect YOLJ'7 
Perhaps you have information about the special Rowing Trenches 
which have been constructed elsewhere. 
Later on we may encourage you to be emotive, but at this st..3.ge 
we a,.-e seeking fac:ts to enable a case to be constructed which. 
a'.3 far as possible, 1􀑐ill dl:'!-fy searching e:<aminat1on by Eton's 
e::pens1 '✓e te,'.m of J ilwyers. If 'f□ll think you can make an 
objective c□ntr1hut1un, pledse contact any Parish Counc1llor 
or representative of DROPET. 
Or phone Maidenhead 26972. NOW! 
We think that this development would ruin the 
untold inconvenience to its residents over a 
years and more. 
􀑑E CANNOT DO OUR BEST WITHOUT YOUBHg􀑒E 
area and bring 
period of ten 
f; e:m Richmond 
ct,airman of the Parish Counci 1 
****••􀑓• ♦ 􀑔·lease Join u•; for ldt􀑕st 1nformat1on & discussion 
on Wedne5day 17th M.cffch -􀑖t the ANNUAL PARISH MEETING *◄ ll-•H•***• 
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From Revd Colin Pontin. February 1993. 
We are now two years into the Decade of Evangelism! 
As part of our commitment to this the churches in our combined 
parishes of Eton with Eton Wick and Boveney and Dorney are planning 
a special Mission Weekend during Lent which will take place from: 
Thursday 1st April to Palm Sunday 4th April 1993. 
under the heading 
*************** 
** * FAITH - FACT or FICTION * 
************** ** 
The weekend is to be led by Canon Keith de Berry (a former Rector of St Aldates, Oxford) with a supporting 'Team' from Holy Trinity 
Church, Brampton. 
During the weekend there will be a number of activities. The 
detailed programme has yet to be finalised but will include: 
1. A number of suprer parties in homes around the parish at which 
members of the Team' will be present to share their own 
Christian faith and to engage in discussion. 
2. A 'MEN'S BREAKFAST', possibly on the Saturdaf be a full English breakfast where the 'Team 
own experiences and invite discussion. 
morning. This will 
will share their 
3. A Ladies coffee morning and a 'Senior Citizen's Tea'. 
4. The showing of the film 'The Life of Jesus', possibly on the 
Saturday evening in Eton College. 
5. A 'Young People's Event' on the Thursday evening. 
6. There will be a combined 'Guest Service' on the evening of Palm 
Sunday 4th April in the church of St John the Baptist, Eton 
Wick. This service will be open to all and will be a celebration 
to mark the end of the weekend. The preacher at this service 
will be Canon Keith de Berry. 
It is hoped that as many as possible will be involved in the 
weekend activities .. 
This will be a unique opportunity to share our own experiences, our 
doubts and if necessary our scepticism. The 'Team' will not pretend 
to have all the answers. They are not coming to embarrass or put 
people 'on the spot' but to share their own experience of the 
Christian faith and, if possible, encourage the faith of others. 
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Holy Trinity Church Brampton, (next door to Brampton Oratory, about 
\ mile this side of Harrods) is a very live church in Kensington. 
If a!'y would like to visi t you will be very welcome. The Sunday 
services are the usual times of 9.00am, 11 .00am and 6.30pm. The 
informal evening service gets very crowded so go early! Parking is 
available behind the church. 
Further details of this event will be published next month and 
there will be publicity in all our churches. 
WATCH THIS SPACE! 
Colin. 
BIBLE STUDY GROUP. 
The Bible Study courses this Spring have been planned with the Lent 
Mission Weekend in mind. 
To start with , after the introduction to our hopes and plans for 
the Mission and its aftermath , there will be two concurrent courses 
for four weeks. One group will be looking at the second par t of the 
Christian Basics Course based on the book 'Know Your Faith' by John 
Young. The other group will consider some of the many different 
facets of the life of Jesus - 'Friend ', 'Guide', 'Leader ', etc, to 
see better how he lived his life; interacting with many different 
people. 
Af ter Ash Wednesday we shall all join together for our Len t Course 
which will focus on the Cross and its effect on us as Christians. 
Hopefully this will help us to understand better what the bible 
teaches and how to apply that teaching to our own lives. 
Those who come to the Bible Study evenings find them fun as well as 
helpful. It would be good if others could join with us. Each 
evening is complete in itself so don't worry if you can't manage a 
complete series. 
Do think and pray about it, especially with the Mission and the 
season of Lent ahead. 
Alison Hassall. 
YOUTH WORKER RICHARD HANCOCK. 
In November 1992 the Riverside Team Ministry welcomed RICHARD 
HANCOCK to its staff as a full-time Youth Worker. His job is to 
develop and co- ordinate the work with young people throughout the 
Team area. He will be working with our young people's groups and 
the Sunday Schools, as well as making con tact with the schools and 
Local Authority youth work. He will also be attending the Team 
churches and taking part in the services. 
Richard, who is in his early twenties, already has considerable 
experience in youth work. He has recently been accepted for the 
ordained minis try of the Church of England and is comb ining his 
present work with part-time studies pending his entry to college in 
about two years time. He has had a previous training and career as 
a professional photographer and his present interests include 
computers and travel . Having a Spanish mother he is also 
bili ngual. 
We welcome Richard among us. The work with young people is a vital 
part of our Christian outreach and we would assure him of our full 
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SOUTH BUCKS DISTRICT COU N C I L 
ROGER GILL, 8.Sc. .C .Eng.,F.I.C.E.,F.I.H.T. . M.1.LA.M. 
Director of Environmental Services 
Dealt with by Miss E Ritchie 
EKtension 324 
Your ref 
My ref ER/MEM: E73/ 
11th November 1992 
Mrs J Page 
Farthing Cottage 
Ashford Lane 
Dorney, Windsor, Berks, SL4 6QU 
Dear Mrs Page 
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ACT 1990 
CODE OF PRACTICE ON NOISE FROM AUDIBLE INTRUDER ALARMS 1982 
Re:- CONTINUOUSLY RINGING BURGl,AR ALARM - RESIDENTIAL PREMISES. 
COUNCIL OFFICES 
WINDSOR ROAD 
SLOUGH SL 1 2HN 
SLOUGH 533333 
FAX: SLOUGH 529841 
ox 3420 SLOUGH 
This department receives many complaints during the year concerning the above 
problem. The reason for writing to you is so you may bring the contents of this 
letter to the attention of residents in your parish. 
It is apparent that many residents with alarms fitted to their premises are not aware 
of the requirement to notify the Local Authority and also to provide the local Police 
Station with the names and addresses of at least two key holders as required by the 
above code of practice. The relevant forms to do this can be obtained from this 
department. The consequences of failure to notify this Local Authority of an alarm 
installation at a property is formal action when a complaint is received concerning 
excessive ringing of an alarm. Details of this procedure are listed below:- 
Notice is served under the Environmental Protection Act on the property owner 
or occupier requiring them to switch off the alarm within 1 hour from the time 
of service. 
When the alarm rings for more that one hour and contravenes the terms of the 
Notice then an author ised officer from this department will attempt to obtain a 
warrant of entry from a Magistrate. 
The authorised offi3er arranges for a policeman, a locksmith and an employee 
from the alarm company to meet at the offending premises. 
The property is entered by the authorised officer and the alarm is deactivated 
and re-set if possible, in the presen,::e of a policeman. 
The Local Authority will seek to recover all costs reasonably incurred from the 
person served with the statutory notice. 
􀁲G Environmental Heallh : Building Services : Sewerage : Amenities : Leisure : Cemeteries : Refuse Collection 
CONTROL 
Please add,ess correspondence to !he D1rec1or of Environmenlat Services 
. . . . / . . . . 
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It is now a requirement in the London area that all audible intruder alarms are 
fitted with a 20 minute cut-off device. We would strongly advise property owners to 
fit such a device especially in circumstances when the house is likely to be empty on 
a regular basis. 
I am advised that mo􀀽t existing alarms can be fitted with a cut-off device for less 
than £50.00. and this figure would be substantially less than costs involved in 
forcing entry to a premises. 
Yours faithfully 
for Director of Environmental Services 
Pond House 
Village Road 
Dorney 
15th. December , 1992 
Dear Mr. Cody, 
Dorney & District Conservation Society 
and 
Dropet Campaign 
I wo􀌃ld be most grateful if you could arrange to publish in 
the next issue of the Dorney Parish Magazine the result of the 
poll of _ members _ of the . conservation Society with regard to the 
resolution to wind up its affairs and transfer the balance of 
funds to the Dropet Campaign. 
The result was : - 
For the resolution 18 
Add. no reply received 20 
Against the resolution 383 
Total Polled 41 
I enclose a copy of the Chairman' s letter of 20th. October, 
1992 calling the poll, which may also be of interest to the 
Parish. 
I have now transferred the balance of funds of £920 to the 
Dropet Campaign. 
Yours sincerely, 
E. Longden (Treasurer) 
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TI IE DORNEY AND DISTRICTCONSERV/\TION SOCIETY 
l'RESll)l•Nl': Sir ;\mold I I.ill. F.R.S. 
:-SllCl l.\U, ,\\. L(JNC 
Dom\·iew, BOl'rncy Road, Dorner Common, 
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20 October 1992 
Dear Sir/Madam, 
J()l:\"I' Cl IAIR.\11·::"\': 
Cl IRISTINE BRISTO\\" 
Vi1irfidd I louse, Ho\'cnC\" Road, Dorney Common. 
'\"(·.11 \\"111d,ur. ll<'1 l, SI .-1 (,(ll) 
klq,!u1111 111,.::'l-ltl>i>.:' 1,-., 
This letter is to advise you that both joint Chairmen 
have resigned their positions in the society, which itself 
has been dormant for lack of interest for over two years. 
It is, therefore, proposed by the committee that the 
society be wound up. 
It is further proposed that the society' s funds of £900 be 
transferred to the DROPET Organisation, set up specifically 
in the village, to oppose the construction of the Eton College 
Rowing Lake. 
The society has, in the past, voted its overwhelming opposition 
to the Rowing Lake and the contribution to DROPET would be 
timely in view of the expense involved in presenting Dorneys 
opposition at the public enquiry next May. 
In order to settle the matter quickly, a vote is to be taken of 
the Society' s membership as of 1990, on simple majority basis. 
This letter is being circulated to paid-up members for that year, 
the last year for which subscriptions were requested and collected. 
The result of the vote will be published in the Parish Magazine. 
Yours faithfully, 
for the Society 
M.M. Long 
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l'IU·'.SJ11FN'IG: Sir :\mold 1 LilL F. R S 
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A/ I am in agreement with the proposal to transfer all 
monies held by the DOCS to the DROPET Organisation. 
B/ I am not in favour of transferring funds to DROPET 
and give the following alternative suggestion:( 
please write separately) 
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----------- ----------------------------Date 
Voting forms not returned will be deemed to be in favour of 
proposition A. 
Please return this form by 30 November 1992 to: Mr. E. Longden 
Treasurer DDCS 
Pond House 
Village Dorney SRL4o a6dQ T 
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The Mus ic Group wh ich plays at the Fami ly Services at Dorney 
Chu1·ch needs new membei􀆣s ( due to dep artures to unive1·sities and 
otl1e1- p astures ) . The Fami ly Services are he ld once a month and w1= 
usua lly rehearse for an hour before each service . Very 
occasion ally the group plays at other servi ces . We shou ld like to 
hear from anyone , old or young . of any mu sical standard . who has 
any instrument , anc ient or mod ern and wou ld be interested 1n J0 1 n 1 ng us . Pl ease contact Mur iel Pepler (0628 663593) . 
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THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Council 
held in December 1992. 
1. Manor Farm. The Council has been concerned for some time at 
the deteriorating state of the roof of the old barn at Manor 
Farm, a listed building, now in a dangerous state. Slough Borough 
Council has been contacted and urged to press the owners for 
action. 
2. Mud on Roads. This is a recurring problem particularly at this 
time of year . Although the current harvesters are taking 
considerable care to deal with the inevitable , there are times 
when the nuisance is great. The Council are contacting landowners 
to remind them of their respons ibilities and urge the placing of 
road signs when appropriate. 
3. Best Kept Village . It is understood that one of this year 's 
judges will visit us to advise us on how to improve the overall 
appearance of the Parish. The hedge and the lower branches of the 
trees in the War Memorial Garden have been dealt with, and the 
County 's representative has agreed that the Harcourt Road trees 
need attention and will be dealt with as soon as possible. 
4. Roundmoor Ditch. Although our request for an explanation of 
the dead fish episode has not been specifically dealt with, the 
Council noted with interest that £3 million is to be spent on 
Slough Treatment Works to resolve the offensive odour problem. 
5. Finance this month included £200 for treeplanting, lopping and 
maintenance , £20 for past hedge cutting, £68 for work connected 
with the Counci l's presentation to the NRA inquiry, £4-50 for 
petrol, £205 for two month's Clerk 's salary and expen ses . Thanks 
were expressed to Councillor Page for the first of what will be a 
regular presentation of the Council 's finances. There has been 
research into the repayment of a 1970 Public Works Loan Board 
advance of £800, donated to the Village Hall, which is being 
repaid gradually, but it may be more to our advantage to repay 
the remainder at one go. The Council was amused to discover it 
receives 14p - yes, 14p - a quarter as a result of holding £22-96 
of Consols. The original certificate may be worth more as an 
antique . 
6. Burgl ar Alarms . Your attention is drawn to a notice from SBDC 
to residents who have burglar alarms fitted to their property. 
7. NRA Inquiry. On 8th . December Dorney was asked to present its 
case for objecting to the Flood Alleviation Scheme . Members of 
the Council, interested groups and the general public were 
present . Counc illor Page presented the Council's case, which all 
felt was extremely well argued and presented, and the Parish 
Council wish to express their congratulations and thanks. It was 
felt that the Inspector 's attitude was careful and fair. The 
Council wishes to thank all those who attended in person or 
wrote : they all count . It may well be six months before a result 
is announced. 
8. Area 12. A report has been prepared by the Inspector at the 
Inquiry regarding the proposed gravel pit known as Area 12. He 
has recommended that it be excluded from the mineral plan, though 
he has included a rider that with the proposed M4 widening, 
planning may be reconsidered to use it as a 'borrow ' pit. 
9. Rowing Trench. As usual the Parish Council considered the 
forthcoming Inquiry in detail, strategy, tactics and finance. 
Editors ' note 
The New Year has seen some alterations to the cover pages 
advertisements . There are new names among the old faithful 
supporters. Please consider their goods , services and holiday 
accommodation. -8- 
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THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Counc il 
held in January 1993 .J The greater part of the January Parish Council meeting was taken 
up with weighty matters concerning the forthcoming Rowing Trench 
Inquiry. As a result , some items have been held over till the 
February meeting. 
The Annual Parish Meeting will be held on Wednesday 17th. March 
at 8 p.m. in the Village Hall. Please make a note of this date , 
as your presence is requested to hear updates on various matters 
affecting the Parish. 
1. Planning. No comment was passed on an application to demolish 
the existing garage at Rippledene , Dorney Reach Road and build 
part single part double extension .. 
The Parish Counc il received an application for a temporary kiosk 
in connection with the Plant Centre at Dorney Court, and wished 
the District Council to stipulate the length of time 
preferably a year meant by 'temporary ', and sought assurance 
that the temporary kiosk would be removed when a permanent 
structure was built. Consultations are continuing regarding size, 
style and colour of signs to the Plant Centre. 
2. Finance. The Annual Precept was received from the Finance 
Committee and approved . This month 's expenses include £90 
Electrical charges; £28 annual subscription on behalf of the 
Clerk, and £99 Clerk 's salary. 
3. Roundmoor Ditch. A letter has been received expressing regret 
at the recent pollution at Roundmoor Ditch. This is one of the 
agenda items to be dealt with more fully in February. 
In connection with our efforts to keep Dorney and Dorney Reach 
looking its be st, even in the gloomy winter months , may we ask 
householders, when awaiting refuse collections, to ensure that 
their plastic bags are securely tied. This is an official request 
from the District Council, as it reduces the risk of litter being 
distributed in windy conditions, and makes the dustmen 's job less 
un pleasant. Thank you. 
FOUL DEEDS 
Complaints have been made regarding dog excrement on the grass 
verges in Harcourt Road . Mothers whose children walk to and from 
Dorney School are particularly irate. 
There is a Byelaw applying to any highway or public place within 
the South Bucks District which states 'No person in charge of a 
dog shall allow the dog to foul a footpath or grass verge by 
depositing its excrement thereon '. 
It should not be necessary to resort to law in this matter and we 
appeal to dog owners to consider their neighbours when walking 
their dogs , and also, to not let their dogs run loose within the 
parish. 
Ed. 
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DORNEY & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 
May the Horticultural Committee wish all members a Happy New Year 
and good growing weather for 1993 with plenty of rewards at the 
Annual Show. 
By now all seeds should have been ordered. Why is it that my 
plants rarely turn out like the picture on the packet? However, 
it ' s always something to strive for. With the inclement weather 
and large fluctuation in the ambient temperature I ' ve had to pay 
a good deal of attention to my two small greehouses. With 
hindsight I find it a mistake to buy a house with glass down to 
the ground. Bubble insulation does not have a great deal of 
effect. I now find using insulation board cut to the height of 
the bench very effective and it can hold the temperature at 
55-60deg. F with a single burner in a paraffin heater quite 
easily. The house of wood is certainly a better buy than 
aluminium. 
Before Christmas we heard from Henry Cook. I t ' s nice to hear from 
former members. He has settled in well at Paignton and informs us 
that he and Elsie have j oined the local Horticultural Society. He 
does say he has not been to any of their functions . Knowing 
Henry, he ' s taking in points ready to strike. His letter also 
commented on the Paignton Horticultural Show which is run over 
two days in a marvellous old building called Oldway Mansion. It 
was a disappointment that there were only around 100 entries from 
a large membership. He reckons it makes our show look like a 
miniature Chelsea. I like the idea of a show being run over two 
days but in our very busy village hall it's not a practical 
proposition. Remember all you onion growers if you wish a first 
in the show the seed must be sown now. 
Bill Parker. 
ASTRID - THE CARIBBEAN CHALLENGE 
There are few more stirring sights than a square-rigged sailing 
vessel under full canvas. Many of us may dream of sailing in such 
a craft but for 18 year old Tim Weeks of Harcourt Road the dream 
has become a reality. Tim was chosen from hundreds of applicants 
to become one of the crew aboard the Brig, Astrid, on a seven 
week voyage in the Caribbean. 
In 1985 The Astrid Trust was founded to encourage , through 
challenge and adventure, the highest qualities in youth, 
especially :- a sense of responsibility; determination; leadership 
and co-operation. 
The Caribbean Challenge is to sail Astrid clockwise from St. 
Lucia, south via St. Vincent, The Grenadines, Grenada, Trinidad, 
the north Venezuela coast, to Caracas for mail, and to Bonaire 
and Curacao. Then the long sea passage to the Virgin Islands, 
south through the Leeward Islands , and finally berthing back at 
st. Lucia. 
Tim will be flying home from St. Lucia in the last week of 
February and has promised to write a full account of his time 
before the mast for this magazine . 
Ed . 
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NATURE NOTES November/December 
with the approach of winter, flowers are becoming scarce but 
large patches of daisies have appeared amongst the grass. 
One evening a hedgehog walked into our scullery and spent the 
night on the mat in front of the door which opens into the 
kitchen. By morning it had disappeared and as there was no way it 
could have left the scullery it seems it has hibernated under 
something in this rather overcrowded part of the house. 
Hopefully, it will survive the winter although it is better for 
hedgehogs to take their winter sleep under a large rubbish heap 
as they would keep warmer. 
A few redwings, which are winter visitors, have arrived in our 
area and when the weather is colder fieldfares will doubtless be 
here. 
A friend in Harcourt Road has two jays coming into her garden 
regularly and a sparrow-hawk paid a visit with a small bird it 
had killed. After it had stripped off the feathers it flew 
elsewhere to enjoy the meal. There are few sparrow-hawks in our 
area. 
Two rooks had a battle royal on the roof of a house opposite. The 
fight moved to the next roof attracting other rooks who formed an 
audience and then continued up the road until they were out of 
sight. 
I found a large, saucer shaped fungi, fawn in colour. growing at 
the opening of our coal bunker. I identified it as Pezziza 
Repanda which likes to grow where there is sawdust. As this 
particular bunker was used to store wood for some time this 
accounts for its appearance. 
Lois Parker. 
NATURE NOTES December/January 
By mid December most deciduous trees had shed their leaves except 
for a few remaining on some aspen, dog rose bushes and many on 
white willows which seem reluctant to drop their grey green 
foliage. 
Green parakeets are visiting our garden again and a group of long 
tailed tits flew in for a few minutes. 
Whilst walking by the river I was attracted to the excited 
chatter of a magpie and saw that a kestrel had flown into a bush, 
which was a mass of twigs, in an effort to catch a blue tit 
perching there. The denseness of the branches prevented the 
kestrel from striking, so the blue tit had a lucky escape. 
I also noticed a Spindle tree at the lower end of Old Marsh Lane. 
In summer it was hidden by other bushes but now the bright pink 
berries caught the eye. The seed capsules are four lobed and 
split to cast out four orange seeds. After this they resemble 
small flowers . The white, hard, dense wood of this small tree was 
used to make spindles in ancient times and the ' spinsters ' were 
usually unmarried girls. Eventually this device gave way to the 
spinning wheel. The wood of the Spindle tree was also known as 
skewerwood and pegwood, indicating its other uses. In summer it 
bears small, white flowers but its autumn show of dark red leaves 
and pink berries proclaim its presence. In our area it is rare. 
Catkins on hazel and alder bushes are now well formed and still 
growing. At the first breath of spring the hazel catkins will 
turn into "lambs ' tails", a name which derives from their pale 
gold, dusty appearance when mature. 
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DORNEY WOMEN ' S INSTITUTE December 
The approaching Christmas festivities had definitely begun to 
take over and with the Village Hall already decorated for the 
occasion a light-hearted atmosphere was prevailing before the 
commencement of the meeting. The Art Group also added to the 
occasion by providing tastefully laid tables and members had 
contributed mouth watering refreshments. 
Normal business was speedily dispensed. A Raffle was held and 
instead of the usual display of prizes, they were all wrapped 
attractively in Christmas wrapping paper, with the added 
incentive of not knowing the contents, all recipients seemed to 
be quite pleased with the end result. 
We were then very fortunate to have the services of Mr. Hurst, of 
Dorney Reach, who had very kindly agreed to play his keyboard for 
our entertainment, and this was certainly very much appreciated 
by all. From the moment the first notes of the music started to 
fill the hall everyone was heel tapping in time to well known 
tunes and many members were dancing. The music was certainly very 
much enjoyed by everyone and made our Christmas meeting a truly 
festive one. 
January 
Wednesday the 13th. , not a very auspicious start to the New Year, 
the weather was foul, with a gale blowing enough to make anyone 
want to stay indoors , but it was amazing, all had shown great 
fortitude and, with a few unavoidable absences, there was a very 
good attendance. Full marks to all. 
Appreciation was expressed to all who had participated in the 
Knit-In, and as a result an appreciable amount had been forwarded 
to the Wings Fellowship. 
It was suggested a Coffee Morning be held, either in February or 
early March, the date and venue to be decided at the February 
meeting. 
Two items of interest in the News Letter were : - 
1 . Notice o f Auditioning by Radio 4 of members o f the public to 
take part in ' Counterpoint ' , the musical quiz show hosted by Ned 
Sherin, and they are particularly interested in getting more 
women to take part. The requirement is to be interested in music, 
of any kind, but not to be a professional musician. Application 
should be made to - Counterpoint, BBC, Broadcasting House, 
London WlA 4WW. 
2. A meeting is to be held at St. Andrew ' s Hall, Stoke Pages, on 
23rd. March, to give further information to persons interested in 
Alternative Medicine. 
The Speaker this month was Mrs. s. Grey, an ex Police Officer, 
who gave a most entertaining account of the humorous side of 
police work. She had many amusing stories to tell of her time 
spent with the Police Force ; and showed us the lighter side of 
what must be a very arduous and dangerous occupation. 
Next month ' s Speaker will be Mr. S. Hookey, on the work of the 
Paramedics. 
The competition will be ' An item, such as a Card - personally 
made or bought - or any other item, in connection with 
Valentine ' s Day ' . 

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Wednesday 12th May 
Saturday 12th June 
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DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.C.C. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60 1 s CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
Dorney Church Jumble Sale & Auction 
Village Hall 􀆟// n--,vt . 
Dorney Parish Council Annual Parish 
Meeting. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Eton College Rowing Lake Inquiry 
Langley Community Hall 10 a.m. 
country Fair. Dorney Court 
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each mont-􀆠. . At the Vicarage 8 p.m.􀆡C----/-- 􀆢 • 
Second Monday of ea-eh 􀌂 4A-­ 
Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage 12. 15-2.30 
Dates: 9/2 23/3 20/4 
Meet at the Vicarage 7-9 p.m. 
Dates : 7/2 21/2 7/3 21/3 18/4 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p. m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7.30-10.30 p. m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3.30- 4.30 p. m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7 .30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7 . 15-9 p.m. 
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator: - Mike Hoile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
of local break-ins. 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Hoile 
who will keep the Council informed. 
carol Singing and Co llection for Char-1-ty 
A big thank you to the singers ano 
residents of Dorney Reach 
r.10"/ wa.i:; donated tc 'Th•' 􀀌- •n2mr ;. V,1J ]Py :1,,c-,r 1c1? 
(It is hoped that carol si_ng1 ncJ around th•􀁗 
Pari;,h wi ll h<• n> -:0 .:·;i1 !·1>rl 111 iqq-q 

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􀀋 local affairs 
Plans for new classrooms and a Hall at Dornev School have been 
wrecked bv County refusin2 to prov ide the necessary funds. 
The Countv Educa tion Author itv had led school eovernors to 
be lie ve that work might start some time this vear and 2avernors 
had spenl rnanv hours producine their own , reduced cost , 
desien . Newer 2overnors are amazed that thev have aeain been 
misled bv Countv, but Peter Turner , who was cha irman of 
governors some 25 vears a20 and has now re- Joined the 
􀑙overninP. bodv , observed t.hal nnt hine. chanl!CJ5 . Thfl usual 
assurance:, '1 <1 V8, I unri,􀑚.rst.nid. b,•,!n ,• ivPn th,1 t llornev retain:; 
a high pr iority and should tunds become avai lable . we ll ...... . 
TREES BI EN_ 
Readers will be rel ieved to learn that the 40 commemorative 
Large Perenn ial Plants (trees to you) were eventua lly rece ived 
and now form a sma ll copse on the boundar ies of the common . 
Cllr.Audrev Wooller, footpath wa llah and ma in archi tect of the 
scheme , has assured me that evervt hing is Oa k K. 
SIGNS OF THE TIMES 
There is much act ivitv preparin􀑛 for the opening of the Plant 
Centre early in the spring. I hope that the plans for a number 
of largish and obtrusive signs are not an indication of an 
inbuilt and permanent insensitivitv of the operator . Planning 
perm ission was sought for front-door sized si2ns , basi cally 
wh ite. The Par ish Counc il were not too taken with the idea 
and, with representation on the Plannin􀑜 Commi ttee. manaeed to 
persuade the planners to defer their decision on the 
appl ication in the hope that the operators could orooose 
somethin¥ sma ller, with colours more appropr iate to the 
locat ion. The County Histor ic Bui ldin2s officer was also 
unimpressed and raised object ions to the sign proposed to be 
sited at the ma in entrance to Dorney Court. 
Permission has been sought to build a large shed , to be used 
as the sales area unt il the permanent bui lding can be 
cons tructed. I hope that the Pa rish Counc il will do their best 
to ensure that this shed is not reta ined once the ma in 
bui lding is in opera tion . 
VILLAGE ORGANISATIONS ( 2) 
Now in its twenty-second vear, the Vil la􀑝e Ha ll has recent ly 
been redecora ted and re-furbish ed. The kitchen has been 
renewed to comp lv with EEC re,ul ations and the safetv 
insta llations upda ted to the new standards . Those who have not 
used the Hall for some time wi ll be pleasantlv surpr ised. Much 
credit is due to energetic chai rperson Sue Billin?ton and 
hardworking commi ttee members who ensure that anv problems are 
promptlv dea lt with. Re?ular and we ll at tended dances are 
organ ised at verv popular ti cket pr ices. Go there . 
RE􀑞E 
The NRA Inquiry finislied before Xmas, weeks earl ier than 
expec ted. The last few davs were quite enterta inin, . Hieh 
flving counsel could onlv listen in apparent disb el ief to 
evidence given bv some of the non -profess ionals attending. 
Cllr . Add is Pa,e , with the assi stance of the cha i rman, 
effect ively presented the we ll-reasoned arguments wh ich he had 
prepare<l on beha lf of the Par i􀑟h Co1mc il. Ev irlcnce was also 
given bv our District Coun cillor ai1d 􀑠 worthv local. Gill 
Easton who summoned the couraRe to sta11d up a11d 2tve examples 
to the 0 Inspector show ing whv the NRA could not be trusted. 
hope that this wi ll he a11 Pnt·ouraRPmenl to ott1crs to come 
forward at the Rowin􀑡 Tre11r:h I11qu i1·v wl1i􀑢h starts 111 Mav . 
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throughout the year and remind our readers that the subscription 
(£4) for 1993 is now due. 
We would like to increase circulation. We think it vital that 
p􀌁ople are aware of what is going on in the area, particularly 
with regard to the threats to our environment. This magazine 
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Parish Communion 
Mrs. Richmond Mark 2 v 13-17 
Mrs. Liney Philemon v 1-16 
Mr. & Mrs. Hayton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
FIRST SUNDAY IN LENT 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Ames Matthew 4 v 1-11 
Mrs. Parker Hebrews 2 v 14-end 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Baker 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Street 
SECOND SUNDAY IN LENT 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Dollimore 
Family Service 
Mr. Hayton Readings to be advised 
Mrs. Westendorp & Mrs. Langton 
All in Church 
Mrs. Robb 
THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Dyson Luke 9 v 18-27 
Mrs. Pepler Colossians 1 v 24-end 
Mrs. Coish & Mrs. Paton 
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Mrs. Pepler & Mrs. Crewe-Smith 
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JUMBLE SALE & AUCTION 
F,r.ida1 JG'ER FeliE 1,u::u at 1 p m. in the Village Hall 
Please telephone 0628 602243 for jumble collection or leave 
outside the village hall on the day. 
The Auction has always attracted large crowds, so your unwanted 
goods from around your attic or garage will make good money for 
the charities of CANCER RESEARCH at University College Hospital 
and MACMILLAN NURSES. 'Mo,􀑏N 1N(r-- 
***** HELP ON THE m:rnarca IS DESPERATELY NEEDED ***** 
N.B. We are also planning to hold an Auction at Dorney Court 
country Fair in June, so possibly some of the items could go to 
that. 
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SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club ("Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag HIii Rise 
Taplow 
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Tel : (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
a message at Dorney Vicarage, Tel: (0628) 662823 
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ISSUE NO. 2/93 MARCH 1993 
EDITORIAL 
DROPET's recent letter to all local residents is a timely 
reminder that the Public Inquiry to decide the fate of the Eton 
College gravel extraction scheme and subsequent construction of a 
rowing trench and ancillary buildings, is set for May. 
The letter urged us to write to the Inspector expressing our 
objections to the plans, and perhaps if you have not written you 
will do so today. 
£5,000 is needed towards the cost of professional advice, in 
order that our case is properly presented at the Inquiry. 
Any donation to this fund, however small, will be welcome. 
My personal suggestion is that every adult in the Parish who is 
against the scheme (and there are hardly any exceptions) should 
give a minimum of £10, which I calculate will go well towards the 
target. 
If you wish to contribute and at the same time enjoy an evening 
out with friends, then buy a ticket for the Supper Dance at 
Monkey Island Hotel on Saturday 20th. March. Details on page 7. 
We must all give the maximum we can afford, and even be prepared 
to make some small sacrifice to aid the cause. 
If, through lack of professional expertise, the Inquiry should go 
against us, we will rue the day we did not play our part. 
When the digging is under way, the gravel lorries rolling, the 
country lanes butchered, the environment destroyed and 
local property values slumping, we will regret that we did not 
give more to safeguard our future. 
A few pounds donated now, may be the wisest investment we'll ever 
make. 
Donations to: Mr. E. Longden 
Pond House 
Village Road 
Dorney, Windsor, Berks. 
Note from Neighbourhood Watch 
Please be observant as to vehicles cruising our roads possibly 
checking out likely burglary targets. One, a white pick-up van, 
has been reported and traced. 
Would the person who wrote the letter criticising the police 
reaction to a recent incident at the telephone box in Dorney 
Village please contact me, as further information is now 
required. The letter is with Burnham police. I am sympathetic to 
their comments and welcome such information for meetings. 
Mike Hoile 
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Fro■ Revd.Colin Pontin March 1993. 
The other day on the car radio I heard the recording of Stanley 
Holloway singing one of his old songs .. 'My Word You Do Look Queer'. 
The story of a poor chap who, feeling a little better after being 
ill, went for a walk and met up with friends and neighbours who all 
greeted him in the same way .. "My word you do look queer". After a 
while he began to believe it until he met someone who told him he 
really did look quite well. This cheered him up and reversed his 
decline. 
There are plenty of people around saying the same of the church and 
our own spiritual lives ... "My Word you do look Queer", and we can 
begin to believe, if we are not careful, that the Church, The Body 
of Christ here on earth, is in terminal decline. 
I do not believe this to be true. 
The Church, in its widest sense, has always been in a minority and 
Jesus told us that this would be so. It has within it however, the 
power and the life of God himself and this will always triumph over 
adversity and set-backs. There is though, the danger of becoming 
complacent. 
When we are unwell we go to the doctor and accept treatment to put 
us right. Perhaps in our church too, we need a 'check-up'. We need 
to ask ourselves what we are doing and where we are going. What 
effect does this 'Gospel - Good News' that we are entrusted with 
have on our lives and community. What difference does the life of 
God in Jesus Christ make to my life, my business, my famil( and the 
way I live ? Sometimes we get so used to I feeling queer that we 
believe it to be normality. When we start treatment however, and 
begin to experience the reality of the life of Christ we realise 
how different things can be. Treatment is sometimes painful. It 
involves change, discipline, taking a hard look at ourselves and 
being prepared to alter our lifestyle and standards and cherished 
pre-suppositions and pr􀋒udices, allowing God to be in control of 
our lives and church rather than us, and that is never easy. 
Our weekend in Lent - 'Faith - Fact or Fiction', will, perhaps, 
help us to face some of these challenges. To remind us all, if we 
are prepared for it, of the power and love of God which is 
available to us. The programme of events offers something for 
everyone. Our hope and prayer is that many will take advantage of 
this opportunity and that it will be a stepping-stone to renewal in 
our own lives and in the life and work of our church and through us 
to the wider community. 
Do join with 
'My word 
Colin. 
us ... and then perhaps those who now say ... 
you do look Queer' .... will change their words to 
'My word you do look well" ! 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
In future the Village Hall Management Committee meetings will be 
held every two months. 
Please refer to Diary of Events. 

FAITH - FACT OR. FICTION. 1st - 4th April 1993. 
Update: ..... . 
Our combined service on Sunday 31st January in the church of St 
John the Baptist, Eton Wick, which was the formal beginning of the 
Lent Mission, was very well attended. Canon Keith de Berry who is 
leading our weekend preached and the Team Leader from Holy Trinity 
Church, Brompton, Mr Toby Mountford, also joined with us. It was a 
very worshipful and happy occasion and we came away enthusiastic 
and encouraged. 
Please pray for us in all our churches that God wi;l 􀋔reatly bless 
this endeavour. Remember too, however, that mission involves 
people. It is no good complaining of the apparent ineffectiveness 
of our church if we are not prepared to 'stand up and be counted'; 
to seek renewal of our own faith and to involve ourselves in the 
work of outreach and service. 
DO JOUI 111TH US. 
The weekend will include the following events ... 
Thursday 
7.30pm. 
1st April. 
Barbecue for Young People. 
Eton Dorney Centre.(to be confirmed) 
Friday 2nd. 
11.00am. Coffee Mornings around the parishes. 
2.00pm 'Open House' for parents 
collecting children from schools. 
3.30pm Senior Citizens Tea Eton Dorney Centre. 
Church Hall Eton. 
Saturday 3rd. 
8.30am. to 10.00am Men's Breakfast - Dining Room, 
Eton Wick Combined School 
11.00am. Coffee Mornings around the parishes.(details to be 
confirmed) 
7.30pm 'Barn Dance with a Scottish Flavour' - Church Hall, 
Eton. 
Palm Sunday 4th. 
8.00am H.Communion St James, Dorney. 
11.00am. Combined Family Service St John the Baptist,Eton Wick. 
11.00am H.Communion St John the Evangelist, Eton. 
6.30pm Guest Service -'Palm Festival'- St John the Baptist 
Church , Eton Wick, with Canon Keith de Berry and 
visiting team. 
All are welcome to join with us. For further details and tickets 
for the Breakfast and Barn Dance please contact either 
Mrs Joy Richmond (0628)26972. 
Mrs Mary Baker (0628)661436 
Mr Colin Morton Mrs Kathy Kirby (0628)662823. (0753)529973. 
Mrs Alison Hassall (0753)543324 
Rev Colin Pontin -,(-0753)852268. 

DORNEY WOMEN ' S INSTITUTE February 
In spite of wintry weather and accompanying ailments there is 
still a good attendance at the monthly gathering, a welcome sign 
to the President and Secretary that interest in the WI is still 
functioning , and a reward for the hard work and effort they put 
in to make it so. 
In order to assist the finances , and because this usually proves 
to be a very pleasant social event, it was decided to have a 
coffee morning, with Bring and Buy Sale, on 25th. March , and Mrs. 
Sharphouse has very kindly offered to have this at her house in 
Harcourt Road. It is hoped that we shall also have non-WI members 
joining us on this occasion , and all will be made very welcome. 
Timed to commence at 10.30 a.m. 
The annual outing has been suggested as a visit to Portsmouth, to 
see the Mary Rose and visit the D-Day museum at Southsea where 
the overlord embroidery is exhibited. The proposed date is 26th. 
May. 
Items from the News Letter include advance notice of a Festival 
of Feasts and Flowers, to be held in Haddenham on 6th. and 7th. 
August. There will be competitions arranged in which individual 
members will be permitted to enter, and further details will be 
given at a later date. It is advised there will be something to 
appeal to all visitors to this festival, which will make a worthy 
date for an outing for all the family. 
For anyone wishing to attend the Spring Fairs , locally arranged 
ones are at St. Michael ' s Hall, Amersham, and Liston Hall, 
Marlow, on 27th. March. 
The Intermediate General Meeting is being held at the Royal 
Festival Hall, London , on 8th. June and a member from Dorney WI 
is required to attend this year to represent the four local 
Institutes. 
The Speaker this month, Mr. s. Hockey of the Ambulance Service, 
gave an excellent talk on the work of this service and the duties 
of the Paramedics. It was very interesting and surprising to 
learn of the many facets in the duties of this service, and to 
realise what an excellent contribution it makes to the community; 
also the additional work they do in helping to provide their own 
equipment. 
Next month the Speaker will be Mr. E. Slack on Highlands and 
Islands, and the Competition will be a Scottish memento. 
White Lodge, Harcourt Road. 
8th. February, 1993. 
Dear Editors , 
I thought £3 was rather expensive, but now the subscription , 
in advance, at £4 is extremely expensive, especially when 
compared to other magazines and subs. It is 36p+ each copy. The 
Radio Times is 60p! 
I am a member of a breed of dogs • club ( Schnauzer Club of 
Great Britain). This is £6 per annum, and apart from Club 
activities , insurance for your dog etc., we also receive a copy 
of the • saga ' 4 times a year. 
The last copy was 78 pages plus a very decorative semi-hard 
cover. 
It really is extraordinary! ! 
Yours sincerely, 
Mrs. E. Vaughan Field 
The present price of £4 p.a. or 40p per copy was introduced at 
the beginning of 1991 and is subsidized by the Parish Council. 
Costs are relative to circulation and advertising . . E d. 
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IDorncp ([ounctl 
ANNUAL PARISH 
MEETING 
WEDNESDAY 17 MARCH 
Village Hall 8 pm. 
The Agenda w i l l be packed w i t h i tems o f l o c a l interes t . 
ETON COLLEGE h a s been invi ted t o upda t e us on t he i r r o w i ng 
trench proposa l s and t o answer que s t i ons from the f l oo r . 
The Par i sh Counc i l & DROPET w i l l keep you informed o f the 
l a t es t pos i t i on regarding the Rowing Trench Inqu i r y . 
There w i l l b e d i scuss i on o n t h e precep t , t h e Best Kept V i l lage 
Compet i t i o n , the F l ood Channel and gravel extrac t i on 
genera l l y . 

JOHN ROBB 
John Robb died on January 21st. 199 3 , aged 55, after a four 
year battle with cancer. 
Born in Burntisland , Fifeshire , he came to Farnham Royal to 
live with his grandmother. He became a Freemason, and played the 
organ in their church for 25 years. 
He became a director of the family 
Estate. In 1961 he married, and came to 
Dorney, where he added several rooms on 
moved to The Chauntry. 
firm 
live 
to a 
on the Trading 
in Ashford Lane, 
cottage. Later they 
He was Churchwarden in Dorney Church from 1975-1980. In 
those days we had an adult choir, of which John was a stalwart 
member, with his fine baritone voice, singing anthems at all the 
festivals. His children Elisabeth and Victoria sang in the choir, 
and Angus played the organ for us for some years. 
John was a very good carpenter. Before he died he was making 
a beautiful new balustrade for their staircase. 
He was a keen gardener, and always grew all the vegetables 
for the house. 
John was much loved by his enormous number of friends. Many 
people who lived in Dorney twenty years ago came to his funeral. 
His wife Mary nursed him devotedly throughout his most painful 
illness. our hearts go out to her, and to his children and 
grandaughter Charlotte. 
B.M. A. 
FEED THE CHILDREN 
We are asking you once again to give your support to starving 
children in Bosnia. The food lorries are going from Reading every 
week. The food is very much needed. 
Would you please give tinned meat, tinned fruit, and pasta. 
Goods will be very welcome on Passion Sunday March 28th. in 
Dorney church or any time during the week March 22nd. - 28th. 
at: - 
Joe Hayton 
46, Harcourt Road 
Thank you very much. 
B.M.A. 
Mary Baker 
Elm View 
Marsh Lane 
LENT LUNCHES 
Brigit Ames 
Pear Tree Cottage 
Village Road 
There will be the usual series of Charity lunches held during 
Lent. Each hostess chooses the charity to which donations 
received are given. The lunches are held each Thursday between 
12.00 noon and 2.00 p.m. If you haven' t been before, why not come 
along, enjoy the company and food and help raise money for the 
good causes chosen. 
4th. March. Jennifer Pontin, 69a, Eton Wick Road, Eton Wick. 
11th. March. Sarah Armstrong, Badgers , Village Road, Dorney. 
18th. March. Angie wood-Dow, Old Dimmings, Village Road , Dorney. 
25th. March. Marion Hellmuth, Boskerris , Marsh Lane, Dorney Reach . 
1st. April. Mary Baker, Elm View, Marsh Lane, Dorney Reach. 

DllO P rr d . . S m l􀀉 'J, · run razszng upp er vance 
at 
rr'fi e :Jv(onkey Island .J{o tel, 'Bray 
on 
Saturday 2otfi :Jv(arcfi 1993 
'Welcom in_q drinli 7.30 pm 
'Dress optional 
:Ho t and Cold 'Buffe t /J. I 5 pm 
Carriages at :Midn igfit 
The above event promises to be a most enjoyable evening midst 
attractive surroundings and convivial company. 
Why not make up a party and give your support to the campaign. 
Tickets are limited. 
ST. JAMES CHURCH DORNEY 
JUMBLE SALE & AUCTION 
Saturday 27th. March at 11 a.m. in the Village Hall 
Please telephone 0628 602243 for jumble collection or leave 
outside the village hall on the morning. 
The Auction has always attracted large crowds , so your unwanted 
goods from around your attic or garage will make good money for 
the charities of CANCER RESEARCH at University College Hospital 
and MACMILLAN NURSES. 
*****HELP ON THE MORNING IS DESPERATELY NEEDED***** 
N.B. We are also planning to hold an Auction at Dorney Court 
Country Fair in June, so possibly some of the items could go to 
that. 

ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING . 
The annual meeting is to be held this year at 
8.00pm. WEDNESDAY 24th HARCH. 
In the Eton Dorney Centre, The Old Vicarage, Dorney . 
During this meeting we review the year that is past and receive 
various reports from those involved in different aspects of the 
life of our church. We also elect Churchwardens and Parochial 
Church Councillors for the coming year. 
All parishioners are welcome to attend this meeting although only 
those whose names are on the Electoral Roll of the church are 
entitled to vote . If you would like your name to be added to the 
electoral roll, forms are available in Church. These should be 
completed without delay and returned to the Electoral Roll Officer, 
Mrs.Joy Richmond of 31 Harcourt Road, Dorney Reach. 
Please come if you are free, you will be very welcome. 
LENT 1993. 
Commences with a service of Holy Communion for the whole of the 
Riverside Team at 
8.00pm on Ash Wednesday, 24th February, 
at the church of St Thomas ', Colnbrook. 
During Lent this year we shall be conducting a series 
of Bible Studies looking at various aspects of the 
Cross of Chris t. 
March 4th: 
March 11th: 
March 18th: 
March 25th: 
The foolishness of the Cross. 
The offence of the Cross. 
The triumph of the Cross. 
The joy of the cross. 
All the above to be held at the Vicarage, Eton Wick. 
Our Lent Course will finish with our Mission Weekend 
'FAITH - FACT OR FICTION ' 
which commences on Thursday 1st April and will end with a 
combined service for all our churches at: 
6.30pm on Palm Sunday 4th April 
in the church of St John the Baptist, Eton Wick. 
DO JOIN WITH US IF YOU ARE FREE. 
WHIST CLUB 
Dates given in Diary of Events. 
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THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Council 
held in February 1993 j 
1. Highways. The Council still awaits the thoughts of the 
authorities on the when, how and where of the M4 widening. In the 
meantime , a warning SLOW sign has been painted at the entrance to 
the Village Hall road, which should somewhat alleviate the 
dangers at this spot . It was noted with thanks how improved is 
the appearance of Harcourt Road since footpath repairs have been 
carried out , and regular gutter clearing taken place. The black 
spot as usual is the muddy area at the entrance to fields 
undergoing harvesting. 
2. The problem of pollution at Roundrnoor Ditch is 'being looked 
into '. we understand the collapsed barn roof at Manor Farm is to 
be made good. 
3. Finance. This month 's claims include £87 Clerk 's salary and 
£25 subscription to the National Association of Local Councils. 
Our insurance , renewable at the end of March, is probably to be 
transferred to Cornhill following recommendations by SBDC . 
4. Planning. There is an application from the Civil Aviation 
Authority to transfer the Taplow Beacon to a site off Old Marsh 
Lane . The Parish Council wants clarification of the situation, as 
this could have implications on the air traffic direction, and 
therefore noise. 
5. Conservation Areas . The SBDC has been given a history of 
Dorney, and a schedule of listed buildings, with a request for 
comments. These should be available at the Annual Parish Meeting 
on 17th. March, to which you are all urged to come. Should be 
informative and even exciting ! 
6. The Anniversary Copse of 40 trees is doing well . Some trees in 
the Vicarage garden are now under tree preservation orders. There 
will be some delay in the lopping of Harcourt Road trees, but we 
understand that it will take place in 1993. 
7. You are reminded that should you notice a street lamp not · 
functioning, please notify Councillor Coish (tel . 29381 ) so it 
can be repaired as soon as possible. 
8. Next meeting, 9th. March, at the Vicarage. 
NATURE NOTES January/February 
The Dartford Warbler has returned to the Sewage Farm by Dorney 
Common. A flock of Lapwings was seen flying over the area and I 
spotted a weasel in Marsh Lane. 
Signs of spring have already appeared. The leaves of Lords and 
Ladies and Cow Parsley are now 6 inches high, forming a carpet of 
bright green along banks and hedges. 
There are many tree ivies in our area which, being evergreens , 
provide shiny dark leaves, attracting pale gold flowers and 
clusters of dull black berries and it is very pleasant to see 
them when so many other bushes and trees have shed their leaves. 
Some hawthorns are already showing fresh, new leaves and several 
blackthorns have burst into delicate , white bloom. 
Celandines were blooming by the first week in January, the 
earliest I have ever seen them. Usually Coltsfoot are the first 
flowers to appear. 
By the second week in February some Cow Parsley flowers appeared . 
Again , this is unusually early. 
There have been few wild fowl wintering in the area of the M4 
bridge , probably because the river has been high and swift and 
they like quieter waters. However, a pair of Mallards seem to 
enjoy having this place to themselves . 
Lois Parker. 
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A Resldentlul Youth Centre 
The Vicarage, Dorner, Windsor, Berks SL4 6QS 
Tel: 0628 662823 
CHERNOBYL NUCLEAR DISASTER 
Six y􀇄 aft1,,,-r lhc Chernobyl nuclear power complex exploded conditions arowid lhc 
30-Kilometer 'closed rone' are gelling wone rather than better. Belarus (the Conner 
Byelorussia) was the most seriously affected of all S<Met republics. Around one fifth of 
Belarussians (more than 2 million people) still live in these areas which contain a fifth of the 
tepublio's agricullun: and fo resll. Many Bolaruuians est food grown on higbly contaminated 
land aa lb.ere is no alternative. 
11,e , o/ 11,e di81181D. 
The cauae of the Chernobyl diaaater was a radical design fault compowided by operator error. 
The RBMK (Light Water Graphic Reactor) involved u unique to the Conner Soviet Union and 
even the Russians admit it had serious design faults. A similar design was rejecwd twice by 
Britain, in 1947 & 1976, because ofits potential hazards. 
The worst of these faults meant that, when the reactor was operating at low power levels, any 
small power smgc could cause a larger one which would provoke a larger one - and so on, in a 
chain reaction. The opera!Orll • apparently unaware of the possible consequences - duabled and 
switched off several of lhc automatic safety systems in order to carry out an experiment 
The rulllt of the disa.stu. 
As a result of the Chcrnobyl accuk."tlt, 31 people were killed outright; and it is estimated that it 
may be responsible for one in every 12,500 of the predicted five hundred million cancer deaths 
from other causes world-wide during the next 70 years. 
11,e Cluhlren. 
The long-tenn damage caused by radiation is starting to show itself, particularly among lhe 
children. Levels of Leukaemia are 30% higher than in 1986, aod other dueases, such as 
respiratory complaints and asthma, are also on the increase. 
In their home towns there arc few vegetables, no milk, no sweets. high inflation and very little 
to purchase, only a land contaminaaed by radiation. 'lb.cir immune system arc impaired and a 
month of our normal living. fresh food, clean air and vitamin&, greatly boosts the children's 
systems, bringing overall health and improvements for two years or more. 
Wh at- 11re doing. 
We are bringing about 24 children aged between 9 and 12. Twelve boys are staying at the 
Centre and the others, probably girls, will go to homes mainly around Colnbrook. Although we 
shall have the boys staying each night we shall have the whole group to entertain during the 
day. At the weekends activities for the 24 children will be organised by Colnbrook Church. 
The dates are 27th April to 27th May 1993. 
Wh alyo11 can do to hdp? 
1. By giving a donation towards their stay or their travel 
2. By offering good second hand clothes. 
3. By coming and spending time with the children ( e.g. taking them swimming). 
4. By offeri ng to organise and pay for a trip. 
5. By supplying items for them (possibly through your company). 
Ofte n whm peopk give donalillns they ,uver su where their nwney goes or what they 
Rave ad,ieved Here you mll Rave the opp orlllnily of not onl,y seeing, bllt meeting and 
. • talking to the children. Pktlse conlilCI C4lin Morton on (0628) 662823 to tolk u/Jolll huw 
you Clln hdp these children who are su.ffuingftom the radillli.on of Ch ernobyl 
Registered Charily No. 305994 
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Thursday 11th March 
Wednesday 17th March 
Saturday 20th March 
Wednesday 24th March 
Thursday 25th March 
Friday 26th March 
Saturday 27th March 
Sunday 4th April 
Thursday 22nd April 
Thursday 6th May 
Sunday 9th May 
Wednesday 12th May 
Thursday 20th May 
Saturday 12th June 
Sunday 20th June 
Saturday 24th July 
Saturday 11th September 
Saturday 25th September 
Friday 22nd October 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W.I. 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.C.C. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60 ' s CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
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Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Dorney Parish Council Annual Parish 
Meeting. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
DROPET Fundraising Supper Dance 
Monkey Island Hotel 7.30 p.m. 
Annual Parochial Church Meeting 
Eton Dorney Centre 8 p.m. 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
DDHS Cheese & Wine. 
Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Dorney Church Jumble Sale & Auction 
Village Hall 11 a.m. 
DDHS Spring Garden Competition 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
DDHS Plant Sale 
Eton College Rowing Lake Inquiry 
Langley Community Hall 10 a.m. 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Country Fair. Dorney Court 
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
DDHS Coach Trip ( Provisional date) 
DDHS Barbecue 
DDHS Annual Show 
DDHS Harvest Supper 
DDHS Cheese & Wine 
DDHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i.e. March, May, July, September, 
November & January. Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage 12.15-2.30 
Dates : 23/3 20/4 
MeDeatt aest : the Vicarage 7-9 p.m. 7/3 21/3 18/4 Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7.30-10.30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3. 30- 4.30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7.30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7.15-9 p.m. • • 
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator: - Mike Hoile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
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flmM Tim I.WUCATlON CllAPLAl.N. 
At this moment there is an Education Bi l l before Parliament, supposedly the 
last in a long '3eries of legislation. Yilh 255 clauses and 17 schedules i t 
is the longest Education Bil l ever publ ished. After i t s First Reading i n 
November 1992 i t l s now i n Committee. So far there have been 56 hours of 
debate which have covered only 15 clauses. A g u i l l otine has been 
i mposed, and it is hoped that the B i l l w i l l pass through the Commons and the 
Lords by July. Part of its purpose is to encourage more schools to go Grant 
Maintained and to replace LEA ' s {Local Education Authorities) by a new 
Funding Agency. 
Since many of i ts clauses deal with SACRE' s <Standing Advisory Counc i ls for 
Religious Education> , l t may be helpful to put down a few simple principles 
􀊅1hich are now commonly agreed in the educatio11al world (though not always 
outside i t ) 
l . Relig.lous Education l s obligatory !or a l l pupils i n accordance with an 
Agreed Syllabus produced by each LEA. Syllabuses are expected to give 
prominence Lo teaching about Christianity, and also to require a l l pupils to 
study a t least one other world faith. This is reasonable, because a properly 
educated Muslim or Sikh child in England must understand something of the 
Christian tradition and the churches in today's wor ld. To be properly 
educated, a Christian child <however nomina l l y so) must understand so􀊆thing 
of othJ?r faiths. 
2. There is a distinction between religious nurture and religious 
education. Nurture belongs to what is called the ' faith commuui t y ' ; i t will 
1 nvol VP.d training chi ldren i n prayer and rel 1gi ous observance, preparing 
them to take part i n cerenonies such as confirmation and the holy com1aunion 
<or the equivalent for other faiths>. I t is not right for a teacher in a 
,;ounly school to involve children in this pro,:es,;;, 
Religious e<lu•:ation belongs to the schoo l . As descril􀊇d above it bel ongs tctl1
􀊈 ,:urriculu11 as natural ly as Jiistary or geography. Re l igious Education i s 
ll prupf.!r subject o f study i n its own right , and can be studied for GCSE or A 
Level i n th􀊉 same way as English or 1'14ths. 
:J. l'.'tl •􀊊nt.s may w1 LJ1draw their clilldren !ram Religiou-;; Education. In practice 
very few parents do this, and if RE is properly taught there is every reason 
to hope that a l l children will take par t . 
4 . All schools are obliged to provide a daily act o f Collective lt'orship. I t 
has not been easy to define ' Worshi p' , but i t i s often called ' the 
CelPbra t l on of that which is of liorth' , L e , the values of 
truth, goodness , generosity,beauty, reverence. For practical reasons i t is not 
usually possible to involve every pupil every day i n Collective Vorsh.lp. 
l!oW+"?ver, governors and parents are generally content if the spir1 t of the 
Education Act is observed, i f not the strict letter. Collective Varsbip is 
supposed to be ' whol l l y or mainly of a broadly Christian character' , Once 
at,a i n 1 t .has not b􀊋<!!n easy to define what this means; but ther<J 1s agreement 
that ' a,.s􀊌mb1 1􀊍s• which are only concerned wlth school adnini-stration and 
d1s-: 1 p l i ne are not p1 oper ' Worship ' . I t is my impression tbat since the 
p.:1s'::!ng of th<? 19813 Education Act schools now give more t i me and care to 
their Collective liorship, 
l'a1 P.nts wlio feel that RE and liorshlp in their children's so::hools are not 
bcl,1ij properly deli vered have the right to appeal to the SACRE. I can 
-supp1 y the contact address for this. 
1HAHES1t'AY CO!JRSES. 
rour cours􀊎s h3ve been arransed for the spring. 
" The Needs of the Distressed" . At St Peter ' s , Chalvey, Tuesday 
evenings, Jauuary-February. 
"Lord, teach us to Pray" . At St Luke ' s , Maidenhead. Tuesday mornings, March. 
" rr·ayer : llow, why , what,for whom'?" . At St Michae l ' s , lihitby Road, Thursday 
eveni nr,-s, Apr 1 1 -May. 
"!'raying wi th S,:rtpturn• . A we"!k of individually gu ided prayer. Apr i l . 

BUCKINGHAMSHIRE ASSOCIATION 
FOR THE BLIND BAB F'21roo: Tlll" Rt. Hon. Sir l3n Gilmour, fbfl. M f'. 
d-ariry No. 203345 
Resource & Training Centre 
143 Meadowcroft 
Aylesbury 
Buckinghamshire 
HP19 3HH 
Aylesbury (0296) 87556 
DO YOU ENJOY HELPING OTHERS? 
CAN YOU SPARE THE OCCASIONAL HOUR? 
If the answer to these two questions is 
YES, then please read on . . . . . 
THE BUCKS. ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND has 
an excellent support group in this South East part 
of Bucks. which makes every effort to help the 
blind and partially sighted people who live in this 
local area . 
Some of our volunteers visit our members, others 
help or d rive our members to clubs, whereas 
others are simply on hand should help be needed . 
You can choose to do as much as or as little as 
suits you . B.A.B. pays 25p. /mile transport costs. 
IF YOU THINK YOU 
HELP OR WOULD 
MORE, PLEASE CALL - 
WOULD 
LIKE TO 
MRS. LINDSAY SMITH 
AYLESBURY (0296) - 87556 
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PLANTED 
dorney 
developments 
an independent 
review of 
loc:al events 
Although the Dorney plant c:entre signs are bigger than the 
Parish Council would like, they represent a considerable 
improvement on what was oriqinallv supported bv District 
planning officers but opposed, by the Par-ish Council. These 
latest adver-tising signs have a quite acceptable overall 
appearance, but seem to contravene Distr-ic:t's own Local Plan: 
let us hope that no precedent has been set.. Those more cynir:al 
than the wr-i ter may wonder on what assur-ances these e:-;pensi ve 
permanent signs were pur-chased and er-ected prior- to planning 
consent being granted. 
NOT TR􀋓ES AGAIN 
With spring in the air, let us acknowledge how wel 1-kept. 􀅔􀅕tidy 
the Parish appears, to the credit of County and District 
Cmmc i ls. Per-haps it's as well for our chances in the Best 
Kept Village Competition that County's lopping of Har-court 
Road trees will probably not take place until the autumn. 
M'AIDEZ 
What are 'im:!. doing on WEDNESDAY MAY 12th 􀅖 
No vou aren't I Or, at least, I hope not. 
Yau will {per-haps) be attending the opening morning of the 
Rowing Trench public inquiry. That is unless yoLl ar-e pr-epar-ed 
to- accept the t􀅗n years of 200 daily gravel lor-ries thr-ough 
the 1 ocal roads and other prob 1 ems of noise, dust, ,:and danger 
which this development waLild bring. The Inspector, 
newspaper-s, and TV will undoubtedly be impr-es􀅘ed by a 
considerable local presence to demonstr-ate active SLtpport for 
the formal County, District, Parish and Dr-opet evidence which 
will be presented. I understand th.,i.t transport will be 
ar-r3.nged. RESERVE THIS DATE. 
POOR MOVE ? 
ro avoid interfer-ence bv the new Sainsburvs, the CAA propl1-:;es 
to mos•e their- r-at11O BP.,:i.c:,"Jn :;outh ;,.., <.'-lt?·::;t: fr,:Jm L.c1./.-:e End to iJld 
Marsh L3ne. Will thi􀅙, pernaps, bring mor-e aircraft over the 
village ? 
SBDC. Provision of skips in the Parish. 
Village Road (near cattle grid) 
kejer-s 
26 April - 10 May 19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 1 Nov 17 Jan - 31 Jan 
Lake End Road 
26 April - 10 May 19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 1 Nov 17 Jan - 31 Jan 
Junction of Harcourt Road & Meadow Way 
26 April - 10 May 19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 1 Nov 17 Jan - 31 Jan 
Island to Oak Stubbs Lane & Marsh Lane 
4 May - 11 May 26 July - 2 Aug 25 Oct - 1 Nov 24 Jan - 31 Jan 
Marsh Lane (next to SEB station) 
26 April - 4 May 19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 25 Oct 17 Jan - 24 Jan 
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CURRENT RECYCLING SITES 
December 1992 
SOIJTH BUCKS DISTRICT CQDNCU, 
GLASS CANS PAPER TEXTILES 
BEACONSFTELP 
council Hall car Park X X • X 
Penncroft Car Park X 
l:UlBNHAH 
Jennery Lane Car Park X 
Summers Road Car Park X X X 
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First Reader 
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creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
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Creche & Jimmy's 
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MOTHERING SUNDAY 
Family Service & Holy Communion 
Mr. Pepler Luke 9 v 28-36 
Mrs. Hayton 2 Corinthians 3 v 4 to end 
Mrs. Perryman & Mrs. Smith 
All in Church 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT 
PASSION SUNDAY 
Parish Communion Mrs. Handy John 12 v 20-32 
Miss Hook Colossians 2 v 8-15 
Mrs. Ames 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Belcher & Mrs. Neal 
PALM SUNDAY 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Handy 
Combined Family Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs. Armstrong 
MAUNDY THURSDAY 
Parish communion 
Mrs. Richmond John 13 v 1-15 
From Eton Wick 1 Corinthians 11 v 23-29 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
GOOD FRIDAY 
Family Service 
Mr. Pepler 
Service of Meditation & Worship 
EASTER DAY 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Liney 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Hayton John 20 v 1-10 
Mrs. Liney 1 Corinthians 15 v 12-20 
Mr. & Mrs. Pepler 
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SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club ("Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
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Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag Hill Rise 
Taplow 
Maidenhead, Berks 
Tel : (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
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ISSUE NO. 3/93 APRIL 1993 
DORNEY
􀄩 
""' an ind■p■nd■nt 
DEVELOPMENT ., 1" ■vi ■w of 
' . local affai1"• 
KEJERS REPORTS ON THE PARISH MEETING 
TREES L TRAF"F"I C 
The Parish Council announced new initiatives for the 
twelve months, including the preparation of plans 
extensive tree-planting and a comprehensive review of 
traffic problems. 
BEST KEPT VILLAGE 
next 
fo, 
local 
In view of support received last year, the Council has already 
forwarded its entry for 1993 competition. If Eton or the NRA 
get their way this might be the last time this century that it 
will be realistic for us to enter. THINK ABOUT IT. 
GREED NOT NEED A large number of residents heard the Chairman denounce the 
College as being selfish and arrogant, of showing complete 
disregard for residents and of proposing to vandalise the 
environment in pursuit of their plans for a rowing trench in 
Dorney. The operation has been designed to maximise the 
financial return, and the size proposed was, he claimed, far 
larger than necessary for college rowers. 
NO COMMENT 
Eton College had declined to send a speaker (but did send an 
incognito observer) to the meeting and the Chairman received 
no response to his invitation to anyone present who was in 
favour of the development to give their views and, perhaps. 
explain why they support outsiders against the clear wishes of 
local residents. 
Representatives from the District & Parish Councils, & Dropet 
explained their stategy for the Public Inquiry. 
The County Engineer has approved (naturally) College 
to widen 􀊭 straighten Court Lane & Lake End Rd in 
allow Eton's 20 ton gravel lorries to more readily 
through our parish. 
proposals 
order to 
thunder 
Cllr Palmer, who stands to profit from the development, 
declined to respond to suggestions from the floor that Eton 
could only go ahead with their plans if he sold them land; the 
Chairman refused to permit further questioning on these lines 
and said that those present should draw their own conclusions. 
There was some comment that the credibility of the Parish 
Council was affected whilst Mr. Palmer remained a member, but 
the Chairman gave assurances that he did not attend 
discussions on the rowing tr-ench. 
MESS OF" POTAGE 
In reply to proposals that the Parish Council should outbid 
Eton College for any land which was essential to their 
proposal, it was stated that the Parish could not afford the 
million pounds or more which might be needed. 
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PRECEPT 
The Council claimed that those who will make substantial 
financial gains from the development should be blamed for the 
large precept which is being raised to fight Eton's plans. On 
average, each household would be contl'"ibuting an extra 70 pounds or more, a smal 1 amount CQmpared to the cost t:o 
parishioners if the development were to go ahead. One or twc, 
felt that residents should have been consulted prior to 
adoption of such an exceptional precept, but the Parish 
Council had not considered this to be necessary. 
RESOLUTION 
Resolutions which condemned Eton College proposals and endorsed the Par- i sh Coun,: i 1 precept, were unanimously 
approved. None against ! No abstentions ! 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
STOP PRESS 
The proposals for Court Lane & Lake End Road 
released and, we understand, are based upon 
land from Dorney Court, Northfield House & 
where the highway will run about 5 feet 
entrance ! 
ETON ROWING TRENCH INQUIRY 
Langley - 12th May for 5 weeks 
YOUR ACTIVE SUPPORT IS VITAL 
WEAR YOUR BADGES 
DISPLAY YOUR CAR STICKERS 
WRITE TO THE INSPECTOR 
WRITE TO THE PRESS 
kejers 
have now been 
acquisition of 
the Pineapple, 
from the front 
COME TO THE OPENING DAY -Transport available (FUSSBUSS) 
WE CANNOT DO OUR BEST WITHOUT YOUR HELP 
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PARISH OY t:CON WITH KTON WICK AND BOV􀂿N􀂿Y . 
PARISH OF ST JAMES THE LESS , DORNEY. 
EASTER 1993. 
YFOOLUL OAWRSE : WARMLY INVITED TO JOIN WITH US FOR THE EASTER SERVICES AS 
Maundy Thursday 8th April. 
8.00pm. TSehre vcihcuer cohf wHiollyl Croemmmauinn ioopne. n Sat fJtaemre sth, e Dsoerrnveyic. e until 
10. 00pm. for private prayer and meditation. 
Good Friday 9th April, 
St James, Dorney. - 11.00am. Service of meditation and worship. 
St John the Baptist , Eton Wick. 􀅣St 
John the Evangelist, Eton. ) 
Easter Day - Sunday 11th April, 
12.00 noon. Service of meditation 
and worship. 
St James , Dorney: 8 . 00am Holy Communion. 
11. 00am Parish Communion. 
St John the Baptist, Eton Wick. - 9.30am.Parish Communion. 
St John the Evangelist, Eton 11.00am Holy Communion. 
DORNEY SCHOOL PTA 
INDOOR BOOT SALE 
Dorney Village Hall 
Saturday 3rd April 
9. 00 to 12.00 
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From Rev.. Colin Pontin April 1993 
This month we 'celebrate' Easter. 
SacDy, in our world today, then: IICCil1I little cause for celebration. On cwiy hand we sec 
gloom and doom and lhe future seems full of unccrtainlics and fears; and yet Easter brings a 
mcsaagc of hope and enoouragemenl. 
! tecently came upon lhe following article by David Bradshaw on lhe Three 'R's of Easter'. 
'REDEMPTION'; 'RESURRECTIONS'; 'REJOICING'. 
"What on earth does Easter mean to the average man or woman in the street, apart from two 
Bank Holidays? One might even ask what docs lhe average Cluis1ian understand by Easter. 
Words like 'mlcmption' and 'resurrection' trip off lhe tongue, but to most of us what do such 
words mean? 
To me, mlcmption is about buying back and about saving. In times of need people used to 
exchange 1heir possessions at lhe pawnbrokers for money, and when times were better lhey'd 
buy back, or redeem, lheir prized possessions. 
When I bought my house it conlained two ugly fireplaces which I seriously considered 
n,placing. However, lhe moro I looked at lhem, 1he more I realised they hsd a certain chsrm. 
My original plsn of consigning lhem to lhc council dump was abandoned because I recognised 
lhat lhc fireplsces hsd redeeming fcaturos. 
WE'RE MOVED, TOO 
Whst can be said of pawnbrokers and fireplsces can equally be said of humanity. The ugliness 
and bankruptcy of our lives stems from us putting self before God, but despite this, God still 
values us. We are his creation and he sees us with a loving and caring eye. The life of Jesus 
was a witness to God's love and God's dcsin: to redeem mankind. To fulfil God's plan for our 
mlcmptioo, Jesus hsd to be willing to die to self and accept whatever hsppened, even if it 
meant crucifixion - and it did! 
Yet Jesus' dcalh on Good Friday was only part of God's plan; Jesus' resurrection from lhe 
dead on Easter Day WBB lhe fulfilment of lhat plan. By his resurrection Jesus showed 1hat 
dcalh canoot break our relationship with God and lhat fullness of life is experienced by putting 
God before self and having failh in hint. Redemption and resurrection naturally lead us to a 
third 'R' - rejoicing. Yes, through God's redeeming love and Jesus' resurrection, we have good 
cause to rejoice. • De. 
Good cause to rejoice indeed if we have really made this our own! For so many, Christianity is 
a set of rules when in fact it is a personal relationship with a living God in Jesus Christ. Like 
any relationship it is often untidy, sometimes difficult and can lead us along unknown and 
difficult pathways but it is infinitely worlhwhilc. 
The testimony of the first disciples and countless Christians since is 'CHRIST IS RISEN , 
HALLELUJAH!' This fact transformed their outlook, !heir lives and ultimately lheir whole 
world and it can do the same for us if we will let it 
Easter 1993 would be a good time to begin again! 
A very joyful Easter to you all. 
Colin 
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* * * * FAITH - FACT OR FICTION? ** * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 
LERT WEEKEND. 1st - 4th APRIL 1993. 
Information on the activities during the above weekend 
have been widely publicised and are available in all our churches . 
All are welcome to join with us. 
Do please make it a priority to come to the combined services on Palm Sunday 4th April: 
11.OOam.Family Service. St John the Baptist,Eton Wick. 
6.30pm. 'Palm Celebration' also at St John the Baptist, Eton Vick when our preacher will be Revd Canon Keith de Berry. 
The other services on Palm Sunday are as follows: 
St James the Less 1 Dorney. 8 . 00am H.Communion 
(NO 11.00am SERVICE AT DORNEY THIS MORNING) 
St John the Evang elist, Eton - 11.00am Parish Communion. 
Bell Farm House 
To the Editor 
Dorney Parish Magazine 
My sincere apologies to the Revd. Colin Pontin for I 
understand 􀅤 e bel􀅥 ev 􀅦s my letter (in October i􀅧sueJ was to 
take awa y his parishioners, far from it, we are all entitled to our belief. 
The letter was only to give hope to Prayer Book people who feel forgotten. 
Sincerely, 
Mona Campion . 
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DORNEY WOM EN'S INSTITUTE 􀁜 
It was a lovely spring day on March 10th, but rega rdless of weather 
conditions there is presently an al.most full attendance at Dorney 
W.I. meetings, which says much for the organisation by 11Top Management 
II and pleasant company of the other members, so making these 
meetings happy and enjoyable occasions. 
It was agreed that the date of the annual outing should be 􀇕ay 26th, 
to Portsmouth and Southsea, and Mrs. Crane is making enquiries 
regarding the necessary arrangement s. She should be advised of 
anyone wishing to go who has not yet been included. 
Items from the News Letter included notice of a beginners • class 
on Orienteering to be held at Green Park, Aston Clinton, on 9th 
June. Closing date of applications is 10th May, and names of those 
interested should be given to Mrs. Allen. This year Institutes are 
being asked to submit an entry for the County Round of the Royal 
Show Challenge Cup. The winning entry will then be entered for the 
National Competition to be held at the Royal Show at the beginning 
of July. The title of the competition is "Window on my County11 and 
details of the exhibit required are given in the News Letter. 
The talk this month was on 11Highlands and Islands" by Mr. E. Stock, 
and he gave an interesting description of his tour in Scotland, 
illustrated with some beautiful pictures of the Scottish countryside, 
which made it look very tempting for a visit . 
The speaker next month will be Mrs. M. Coppins on Dried Flowers. 
The competition will be any item to do with dried . flowers. 
NATURE NOTES February/March 
There is not much news for nature notes early in the year, but as 
spring approaches more items of interest come my way. The snap 
of bitter weather with light snow falls and icy winds does not seem 
to have affected growth. 
February fill-dyke did not live up to its name, so the level of the 
river has lowered considerably and it now flows with scarcely a 
ripple. Many hawthorns and elders have new leaf, and the gold and 
dark red catkins of the aspens are at their best. Squirrels have 
stripped much of the bark from the alders. A fairly mild winter 
brought them out of hibernation early. Blue Speedwell and Cow 
Parsley bloomed early, and Oxford Ragwort, white and pink dead 
nettle produced flowers all winter. 
I saw a pair of Tufted Duck near the M4 bridge, and one drake with 
three females and one of last year 's youngst ers made a family party 
by Bray Lock. A Sparrowhawk came to a bird table in Harcourt Road. 
They are scarce in our area. A Kestrel is seen frequently on posts 
and trees around Climo 's Corner. 
The Starlings which nest under our gutters each year comm enced nestbuilding 
before St. Valentine 's Day, and so did the Rooks in the M'4 
rookery. Thirteen nests survived the winter intact, and four ha1fintact. 
Repair work goes on apace. However, numb ers have dwindled 
as a few years ago there were over thirty nests. 
My husband found two mouse nests under the wood he puts over the 
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THE PA RISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish 
Council held in March 1993. 
Annual Parish Meeting The details of the agenda for the Annual 
Parish Meeting on March 17th were finalised. 
Best Kept Village Compet ition Councillor Page had accompanied 
one of the judges on a very worthwhile tour of the Parish, at 
which many helpful remarks were made. His recommendations will 
be considered in detail and put into practice this year, should 
the Parish wish to enter again. 
Correspon dence Slough Borough Council are pressing the owner of 
Manor Farm to undertake repairs to the barn roof, and it is 
envisaged work will begin in six to eight weeks . 
Finance This month 1s expenses included Clerk 's Salary of £90, 
Stationery and photocopying £63, Hire of rooms £117, Subscriptions 
£88. The Council also received details of allowances payable 
for duties outside the Parish, with special reference to attendance 
at Public Inqui ries, and these will be considered in detail in April. 
Planning The Planning Committee expresses its concern at the proposed 
C.A .A. beacon adjoining land at Old Marsh Lane, and wishes to 
receive further information regarding possible impact. 
Saf ety The Council is concerned at the safety of the junction of 
Meadow Way and Oak Stubbs Lane, particularly at peak times when 
cars are picking children up outsi de the Village Hall. Several 
options to improve safety were discussed and will be followed up. 
Trees The Council has received from Mr. Parker his personal 
􀇖ommendations for environmental improvement . It is understood 
some residents in Meadow Way would like more trees in their road. 
Please note: the next meeting will be on April lJth in the 
Village Hall. 
* * * 
CONCESSIONARY BUS FARES 
Renewal of the Fares has begun on 8th March and will continue 
until Wednesday, 7th April at Post Offices in the District. 
The Handling Charge is £7.70 . 
First time applicants should apply at the Council Offices, 
Windsor Road, Slough. Inqui ries: Slough 533333 Ext. 368/369. 
Residents are reminded that car owners/ drivers do not qualify. 
NATURE NOTES contd. 
narrow bed where his fuschias spend the winter . Walls on three 
sides give added protection and warmth to hibernating creatures. 
The force of growing plants is amazing as they can push their way 
through tarmac, which is evident on many paths. 
Many elms had burst into rusty pink bloom and some sticky buds 
into delicate new leaf before mid March. 
Lois Parker, 
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1llE ARK - l'llAYER LEJ.Tfll 
Following a meeting of Anglicans, Baptists and Roman Catholics at St. 
Mary's Qrurch of England, Datchet in January, a Riverside F.cumenical 
Team was established to investigate the possibility of running a 
joint children' s outreach in the si.mner. 
This is a new and quite ambitious venture for all the churches 
involved, providing a great opportunity for Oiristians to work, have 
fellowship and pray together; to the end that we might present a 
wited witness to our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. 
Plans are now underway for a three-day event, fran Wednesday, 4th 
August to Friday, 6th August. 
It is hoped to cater for about 250 children fran the Riverside area. 
It is proposed that the event be known as '"ll!E ARY:' and that the 
theme for the 3 days be ''tmJ mmNNINGS" 
We believe that, "Unless the Lord b.lilds the house, its b.iilders 
labour in vain." (Ps. 127 v.l , ) And so to this end we do covet the 
prayers and your fellowship for every step in the working out of this 
project. 
There are 4 priority areas for prayer at the manent:- 
1. That everyone involved in this project might be open to the guidance of the Holy Spirit - that everything done might be 
pleasing to the Lord, 
2. With that in mind, that the right venue be chosen for this event. (Which will cover children fran Dorney, Eton Wick, Eton, Datchet, Col􀄪brook, Horton and Wraysbury) . 
3. That the right Treasurer/Fundraiser be appointed for this project. 
4. That people will recognise that they have gifts that can be used 
in the running of this project and will volunteer to help in some 
capacity. 
In any case - Every Cllristian has a ministry of prayer that can be 
exercised on behalf of '"IHE ARK". 
Please do pray. 
Yours , 
Freda Keen 
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Sunday 4th April 
Thursday 22nd April 
Thursday 6th May 
Sunday 9th May 
Wednesday 12th May 
Thursday 20th May 
Saturday 12th June 
Sunday 20th June 
Saturday 24th July 
Saturday 11th September 
Saturday 25th September 
Friday 22nd OCtober 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W.I. 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.C.C. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60 's CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
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DDHS Spring Garden Competition 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
DDHS Plant Sale 
Eton College Rowing Lake Inquiry 
Langley Corranunity Hall 10 a.m. 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Country Fair. Dorney Court 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
DDHS Coach Trip (Provisional date) 
DDHS Barbecue 
DDHS Annual Show 
DDHS Harvest Supper 
DDHS Cheese & Wine 
DDHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i.e. May, July, September, 
November & January. Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage 12 . 15-2 . 30 
Dates : 20/4 
Meet at the Vicarage 7-9 p.m. 
Dates: 18/4 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7 . 30-10.30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3 . 30- 4 . 30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7. 30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7 . 15-9 p.m. • • 
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The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
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18th April 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy 's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
25th April 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
2nd May 
8. 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy 's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
9th May 
11 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy 's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST. JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
FIRST SUNDAY AFTER EASTER 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Ames John 20 v 19-29 
Mrs. Parker 1 Peter l v 3-9 
Mrs. Perryman & Mrs. Smith 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Street 
Mrs . Street 
SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EASTER 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Dollimore Luke 24 v 13-35 
Mrs. Pepler Revelations 19 v 6-9 
Mrs. Richmond 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Robb 
Mrs. Springbett 
THIRD SUNDAY AFTER EASTER 
Holy Communion 
Mrs. Baker 
Family Service 
Mrs. Dyson Readings to be advised 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Butcher 
All in Church 
Mrs. Pepler & Mrs. Crewe-Smith 
Mrs. Belcher 
FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Handy John 21 v 15-22 
Mrs. Hayton Revelations 3 v 14-end 
Mr. & Mrs. Hayton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
Miss T. Perryman 
DORNEY BABY-SITTING CLUB 
For details please contact Jan Bowman 0628 23228 
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COUNTRY FA'IRE 
he.Id C\t 
DORNEY COUKf, DORNEY 
On Sah1rclC\y 11􀀠h June, 19'l3 
1, Qtd of the e.xL1u1s1􀁅e. \"3lh Cen􀀊ur􀀋1 Church 
sL JLlmes l:.'ne less 
Dear Everyone, 
in aid 
Country Fayre - June 12th 
of st. James the Less at Dorney Court 
11.00 - 4.00 
I thought I would give a progress report on the above event. 
First I would like to give a big thank you to the many people who 
have offered help, either financially or giving their time and 
energy and lots of ideas. 
There will be a main arena in front of the house where events 
such as Sue HQJ\dy's School of Dancing will perform Maypole and 
other dances, the Basingstoke Early Dance group will perform two 
half hour performances, as well as dog shoWS.,sheep shearing, the 
Dorney Court Stables riders doing a displa¼ to name but a few 
events. 
Elsewhere in the fields there will be various stallholders, a 
craft tent (amazing model size replicas of the· Queen's coaches, 
furniture restoration, Dorney Art Club pictures., again to name but 
a few). The West Windsor Archers will be doing a display as well 
as running various competitions. There will be clay pigeon 
shooting and junior and senior quad bikes in Big Meadow. Bonhams 
are coming to do valuations so please bring any item you would 
like identified and valued along. The UK National Ferret 
Association are holding racing heats all day and there will 
hopefully be sheep, goats , pigs etc. to give the event a lovely 
country feel. 
We are still needing bottles for Dot Belcher's Bottle 
Tombola, books for the Pepler's and Audrey􀇔bi•s stall and 
broken or chipped china for the Vicarage's smas'-5 the china stand, 
and nearer the time cakes galore for Sarah Armstrong1s cake stall. 
There will be food and not\-alcoholic drinks all day - 
delicious barbecued food and 'Windsor Feast' Catering will have a 
stall selling mouth watering food. Our tea room will also be open 
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The Church will be open all day and filled with beautiful 
arrangements done by students on the City and Guilds Course at 
West Berkshire College. The whole event, and I have put on paper a 
fraction of what will be on offer, will be ended off with pea.ls of 
our wonderful church bells. Let's just pray for a fine day! 
'lours 
Jill Palmer 
SLOUGH Y.x.c.A. An up-date 
Article for Parish Magazines by Elizabeth Hurst. 
The new Slough Y.X.C.A. is now hoae to 30 young people! Within days of the 
Xan ager,Ann Wade,:moving into her flat there were enquiries from people who 
had watched and waited for the building to be complete,and also from those 
on the Council's waiting list. 
Each applicant is interviewed by Simon,the Deputy Jllanager,or Ann,with a 
Board member. The idea is to allow a community to develop ,so about six 
people a week move in and gradually make themselves at home. 
For those who have given ti:me,1DOney and effort to raise funds for the 
furnishings,! would like to say that the rooms look wonderful. They are 
equipped with beechwood chairs and table,pleasant curtains,sbelves and 
lamp. Xost of the tenants cannot believe how nice the accommodation is. 
So, thank you from us all! 
Ky greatest 50itisfaction since we began the planning has been seeing the 
hopeful eagerness of the four applicants I helped to interview. One had 
tears in her eyes 􀊫t the thought of such independence 􀊬nd privacy as was 
offered by a room at the •y• after the experience of sharing a crowded 
flat. 
The official opening by Sir ligel Xobbs is to take place on Karch 10th. Ve 
have arrived! Do look out for the building in Ladbrook Grove, Chalvey,and 
call in if you are passing, 
Elizabeth Hurst,who lives in Langley,is a member of the Board of Slaugh 
Y.K.C.A. 
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SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club f'Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag Hill Rise 
Taplow 
Maidenhead, Berks 
Tel : (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
a message at Dorney Vicarage, Tel: (0628) 662823 
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ISSUE NO. 4/93 MAY 1993 
EDITORIAL 
When Buckinghamshire County Council refused planning permission 
for the proposed Rowing Lake and ancillary structures in Thames 
Field, the Provost and Fellows of Eton College resolved to appeal 
against the Council's decision. The subsequent Planning Inquiry 
is scheduled to begin on Wednesday 12th. May at the East Berks 
College, Langley. 
I am dismayed, but certainly not surprised that Eton College is 
determined to bring its plans to fruition for, after all, this 
project is big business. It aims 'to make Eton the leaders in 
rowing facilities in the south of England'. Publicity refers to 
it as 'a major boating centre• and states that 'it will give the 
sport a valuable boost at national and international level'. 
Such a development is completely out of place in this location 
and, I believe, contravenes the restrictions placed on sports 
facilities within the Green Belt. 
The Dorney community is united in its opposition to the plan, for 
we are aware that should we become a 'major boating centre' then 
life in this village will undergo a traumatic change. 
Can you imagine the harassment and interference with local living 
that this centre will bring? Boats, crews, officials, spectators; 
all to be transported to and from the site. Parking, catering, 
toilets and ablution facilities to be provided. Tanney 
announcement and commentary equipment in frequent use. 
One can visualize the marketing possibilities of the Eton project 
by referring to the annual calendar of events at the only other 
British Olympic Course, at Holme Pierrepont, Nottingham. There, 
something is going on throughout the year and the brochure 
promotes (along with Rowing, Canoeing, Dinghy and Board Sailing) 
Water ski-tow, Power Boating & Hydroplaning, Angling on the 
adjacent river, Accommodation, Restaurants & Bars and Caravans & 
Camping. 
Make no mistake, Eton's creation is not some quiet stretch of 
water upon which a few wet bobs will spend lazy summer 
afternoons. It is a mile and a half stretch of commercial 
enterprise which I am sure would, in time, be developed to its 
full potential. 
We residents have nothing to gain and everything to fear from 
this prospect. The boating fraternity will simply 'use' the 
village rather than bringing any social or economic advantage to 
it. 
A 'major boating centre• will be, for us, a 'major disaster' and 
coupled with the 10 years of the despoliation of our environment 
by the extraction and passage of 4.5 million tonnes of gravel 
through our straightened and widened (and thus irrevocably 
destroyed) country lanes, will put paid to Dorney as a desirable, 
peaceful residence. 
I have before me the Eton College Environmental Fund leaflet 
'Protecting Our Environment'. In the light of the impending 
Inquiry I read it with some cynicism, which turns to anger at the 
mere suggestion that an unwanted and unnecessary arboretum could, 
in some way, compensate for the vandalizing of this parish. 
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Fro■ Revd Colin Pontin. May 1993. 
I would like to thank all who helped in our Lent Mission 'Faith - Fact or Fiction' at the beginning of April. 
It was a time of great encouragement to us all and we are very 
grateful to Canon Keith de Berry and the team from Holy Trinity 
Brompton who gave up their weekend and worked so hard to help us. 
There were many threads to the Mission including supper parties, tea 
parties, coffee mornings, the Barn Dance, the Barbecue and the Men's 
Breakfast all culminating in the combined services on Palm Sunday. 
If numbers are a measure of success then some activities were more 
successful than others. I don't, however, think that this is the 
case. It was sometimes in the small things that we were aware of God 
moving most powerfully. Several members of the Team commented on the 
number of 'coincidences' which cropped up in conversations and in 
personal relationships. It was ArchbishoV Temple who commented to 
the effect 'that when I pray 'coincidences happen and when I don't 
pray they stop happening.' I am sure many prayers were answered!. 
For many, of all age groups, it was the catalyst which helped them 
to make a new beginning in the Christian life. For others it brought 
a fresh commitment and a renewal of their faith. I am sure that many 
seeds were sown during the weekend which will bear fruit in the 
days, and even in the years to come. 
The danger for us all is to see the Mission as an end in itself; 
good while it lasted, exhausting, great fun1 but now over. We can 
breathes sigh of relief and sink back into normality'. The 
important thing is to recognise that the weekend was only a 
stepping-stone to something far greater which I believe that God has 
iwonr skitnogr et ofogre tuhse.r .T his will only be realised as we keep praying and 
It is not an accident that Pentecost, the coming of God's Holy 
Spirit, which we celebrate at the end of this month, was manifested 
by wind and fire. God's work is always demanding and brings 
disturbance and change. It burns up the old and redundant and 
introduces new things. This is never comfortable, often challenging 
and always demanding but ultimately immensely worthwhile. The 
challenge for us, is how far are we prepared to go with God to 
realise the full potential of the 'Life in all its fullness' that 
MCihsrisisto nh.a s for us and which we glimpsed in a new way during the 
Colin. 
RIVERSIDE TEAM ANNIVERSARY SERVICE. 
This year the service to mark the formation of the Riverside Team 
Ministry will be held at 
8.00pm THURSDAY 20th MAY 1993 
in the church of 
ST .JOHN THE EVANGELIST,ETON 
Guest preacher: Revd Simon Brown. Rural Dean Burnham Deanery. 
ALL WELCOME. 
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SOUTH BUCKS DIAL-A-RIDE 
The District Council has established a Dial-A-Ride service which 
commenced on the 19th. April 1993. 
The service is intended to provide transport for residents of the 
District who are not car owners, and whose limited mobi lity 
restricts them from using conventional public transport (e.g. bus 
or train). Users of the service will need to register once at the 
outset by completing a simple passenger registration form and 
obtaining their doctor ' s signature and stamp on it. They would 
then send this to the operator, Martins Coaches . A passenger 
registration card (with a registration number) will then be 
issued to the user with the telephone number to call to book a 
ride on the bus . Once in receipt of the registration card people 
would be able to use the service as set out in the information 
sheet . 
If you think you are eligible to use this service, a passenger 
registration form can be obtained from Mrs. Wooller. 0628 25039 
PARISH OF ETON WITH ETON WICK AND BOVENEY. PARISH OF ST JAIIES, DORNEY. 
FAITH - FACT OR FICTION. 
A series o f fol low-up Discussion GrOups wi t h Bible S tudy have been arranged for any who may be in terested. 
These will take place at the fo llowing times: 
Wednesday Mornings at 10. 30am. on 
5th May ; 12th May; 19th May; & 26th May. 
Thursday evenings at 8.00pm. on 6th May; 13th May; & 27th May. 
(8.00pm 20th May Riverside Team Anniversary Service. St John the 
Evangel is t, Eton .) 
All groups will mee t in t he Vicarage, 69a Eton Wick Rd, Eton Wick. Windsor, Berks , (0753)852268, 
The abo ve are in addition t o the usual Thursday evening Study Group 
Mee tings. These will als o take place on the same dates at the Vicarage. 
ALL WELCOME, 

DORNEY WOMEN ' S INSTITUTE April 
This month ' s meeting - too near to the Easter holiday, members 
not yet returned after the Easter vacation and a general feeling 
of "we shouldn ' t really be here" prevailing. However, with a 
determined effort on the part of our Secretary and Vice 
President, the meeting assumed its normal pattern. 
Mrs. Allen thanked all members attending the coffee morning on 
March 25th. This had proved to be a pleasant social occasion 
thanks to it being such a lovely sunny morning and to the fa􀉢t 
that we had the use of Mrs. Sharphouse ' s house with its lovely 
conservatory and garden. Our gratitude and appreciation were 
expressed to her for her generosity. 
Mr􀉣- Huddart gave details of the Group Meeting at Iver Heath. 
This was reasonably well attended, and the highlight on this 
occasion was a talk given by a member of the Wardrobe Department 
of the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden, on the costumes worn in 
the productions of Opera and Ballet. A fascinating description 
was given on the making, fitting and maintenance of the many 
costumes required for all the productions involved. 
The Treasurer, Mrs. Cliff, was requested to comment on the 
present financial balance which, fortunately, still gives a 
favourable green light. 
Mrs. Crane confirmed that arrangements were going ahead for the 
outing to Portsmouth on 26th. May, departure time to be 9.30 from 
HThaer coSpueratk Rero aadr. ranged for 􀉤his month could not, unfortunately, 
attend, due to pers􀉥nal circumstances, but Mrs. Lois Parker very 
generously stepped into the breach and gave a very interesting 
talk on the history of Poland, and showed some excellent slides 
taken by her husband on their visit to that country. Grateful 
thanks were expressed to Mrs. Parker for giving such an 
interesting talk at such short notice. 
At next month ' s meeting a v.c.o . , Mrs. Uglow, will be visiting 
for the purpose of advising on Resolutions to be brought forward 
at the Intermediate General Meeting to be held in London. It is 
hoped. there will be a good attendance at our own meeting, when we 
can give our own votes on these important Resolutions. 
The Competition for next month will be a small flower 
arrangement. 
DORNEY COMBINED SCHOOL PTA 
GRAND NAUTICAL FETE 
Saturday 26th. June. On the school field. 
AUCTION OF PROMISES 
Saturday 10th. July. Dorney Village Hall. 
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• 
THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Counc il 
held in April 1993 . .J The Parish council welcomed a visit from the new Chief Executive 
of south Bucks District Council, Mr. Chris Furness , who •sat in 1 
on our meeting this month. 
1. As last year, the county Council is promoting a 1 Tree Week 1 in 
November , and the Parish Council is proposing a wide ranging 
survey of the area and sugge sting suitable sites. A draft plan 
will appe ar in the Parish Magazine inviting your observations . 
2. Highways. Nothing definite has yet appe ared regarding the M4 
widening. The authorities are investigating ways of lessening the 
danger at the junction of Oak Stubbs Lane and Meadow Way. The 
rusty railings on the approaches to the M4 flyover at Dorney 
Reach have been inspected; replacement is being assessed against 
other highway projects . The Counc il is suggesting a paint job if 
replacement is two or three years away . The rema ining kerbs left 
during the footway repairs in the Village are due to be seen to 
this year . More information is trickling through regarding 1 calming 1 • 
3. The Parish council is to proceed with a formal application for 
designation of Lake End, Boveney and the Village as Conservation 
Are as, though recognising this will be a slow proce ss. 
4.Counc illor Page reviewed the Best Kept Village situation, 
which has revealed certain anomalies regarding grass cutting. It 
was noted that 31st. May is an official 'litter picking' day - 
details to follow. 
5. Finance . Payments this month included Grass Cutting £40, 
Electricity £90, Clerk 1 s Salary £98 . Further discussion took 
place regarding the official rates of pay for Councillors on 
official duties outside the Pari sh . 
6. Correspondence . It was noted that Manor Farm roof is still 
disintegrating. Slough Borough Counc il is continuing to press the 
owner to undertake repairs. 
Elsewhere in this magazine are details of a 'Dial a Ride 1 
scheme . 
The Village Hall committee hopes to bring the carpark area 
outside the Hall up to standard, an expensive business. The 
Parish Council agreed in principle to support this project. 
7. Planning. There was a discussion on the CAA 1 s plans to erect 
an aircraft beacon on a site off Old Marsh Lane . The Council is 
not convinced that the CAA has opted for the most appropriate 
site and are concerned that there could be increased noise . 
Visually, the tower appe ars to be obtrusive and out of keeping, 
and we await further details of a noise-pattern map of the 
existing and proposed siting. 
8. Miscellaneous . It was noted that a legal loophole permits the 
car Boot Sales at the A4/Marsh Lane junction to start up again on 
Bank Holiday. Desultory maintenance of the lights in Meadow Way 
is causing concern. Various matters arising from the Annual 
Parish Meeting will be dealt with. 
9. The council proceeded to finalise its plans for action in 
conne ction with the Rowing Trench Inquiry . 
HANGING BASKETS AND CONTAINERS 
PREPARED FOR SUMMER OR SUPPLIED COMPLETE 
Bill Parker, 17 Meadow Way, Dorney Reach. (0628 25307) 
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DORNEY & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 
The Spring Garden Competition this year was to a very high 
standard. Only 5 points separated the first ten in the Unassisted 
Class. Everyone had made a great effort to show off their gardens 
and the results were stunning. Many of the entrants had also made 
improvements. Mrs . Silvester ' s paths were a sight to behold. Mrs . 
Stewart has fitted a gazebo . The Taylors never fail to amaze me. 
You need the use of a shoe horn to get another plant into that 
wonderful small garden. Mr . Akerman ' s colour was fabulous . The 
irradiance of the polyanthus was such that you almost needed sun 
glasses. Mrs. Rutterford, our excellent plants lady, was the only 
member who had vegetables ready for the table. Nicky still 
carries on gamely suffering from growing young males and has now 
constructed a small corner piece that looks very effective. 
Three members exhibited for the first time. Mrs. Hodson has beautiful layout and I can see that here is a garden with greaa t 
possibilities. The Trueloves of Huntercombe put in a lot of hard 
work and with a new greenhouse have a lot to look forward to in 
the future. The small garden of the Lowe ' s is now being set out 
and has the foundation of an excellent showpiece . The Povey' s 
have made a garden that suits the style of their beautiful old 
house and Burgess ' s garden was delightfully laid out . Tom still 
fights the elements but is not deterred. He manages to produce a 
wonderful show and his persistence is a lesson to us all. The Williams ' garden, which is very mixed, looked its usual picture 
of spring beauty. The Springbett ' s garden was its usual mass of 
colour, while the Griffin' s park like garden, being so restful, 
was a complete contrast. 
The member with the most points in the Assisted Class was Mr. 
Springbett, with Mr. Griffin second. 
The member with the most points in the Unassisted Class was Mrs. 
Stewart. Mr. Akerman, Mrs. Rutterford and Mr . Williams were 
joint second. 
The lawns this year were , in general, very poor . The best lawns 
were those of Mrs. Silvester and Mr. Akerman. All I saw was some 
well cut grass but the general condition of them leaves a lot to 
be put right. Lawns as a rule tend to make a garden. I think 
marks for lawns should be compulsory so that the competition 
reflects the true quality of the garden. 
w. J. Parker. 
COUNTRY FAYRE 
at Dorney Court 12th. June 
Amongst the many activities which will be going on, there will be 
a Sponsored Swim. 
Many people have pools , and are very strong swimmers , teenagers 
and· all ages. 
We shall be starting early, and hope to have many entries . If 
necessary we may start on the Friday afternoon. 
Please let me know if you are going to swim. I can give you a 
sponsor form, which you will need to get your sponsors . 
Brigit Ames 
Pear Tree Cottage, Dorney. 0628 661065 
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II 
Thursday 6th May 
Sunday 9th May 
Wednesday 12th May 
Thursday 20th May 
Saturday 12th June 
Sunday 20th June 
Saturday 26th. June 
Saturday 10th. July 
Saturday 24th July 
Saturday 11th September 
Saturday 25th September 
Friday 22nd October 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W . I . 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P . C . C . 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 6 0 ' s CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
* 
* 
Whist Club. CANCELLED (Election) 
OOHS Plant Sale 
Eton College Rowing Lake Inquiry 
Langley Community Hall 10 a.m. 
Whist Club. Village Hall 8 p.m. 
Country Fayre . Dorney Court 
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
OOHS Coach Trip ( Provisional date ) 
Dorney School PTA. Grand Nautical 
Fete. School Field 
Dorney School PTA. Auction of 
Promises. Village Hall 
OOHS Barbecue 
DDHS Annual Show 
OOHS Harvest Supper 
DDHS Cheese & Wine 
OOHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i.e. May, July, September, 
November & January. Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage 12. 15-2 . 3 0 
Dates : 8/6 
Meet at the Vicarage 7-9 p.m. 
Dates: 9/5 23/5 6/6 27/6 18/7 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7 . 30-10.30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3 . 30- 4 . 3 0 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7 . 3 0 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7 . 15-9 p.m. 
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Mrs. Pat Guider 0628 71668 
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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator: - Mike Hoile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
of local break-ins . 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Hoile 
who will keep the Council informed. 
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NATURE NOTES March/Ap ril 
I had a long walk by the river in the direction of Boveney in mid 
March and saw many purple and white violets in bloom. There were 
also Lapwings swooping and calling in nearby fields. I found a 
Rook which was unable to fly but it hopped away so quickly I 
could not see what was wrong with it. 
There are now twenty-two nests in the rookery by the M4 bridge 
and one nest has been built in a tree which has not been used for 
many years . 
The mild sunny weather has caused hedgehogs to come out of 
hibernation. One visits our garden regularly. Over-wintering 
Tortoiseshell and Peacock butterf lies have also emerged . 
Ducks have taken up residence in several gardens and frogs and 
their spawn have been found in local pon ds. 
Long Tailed Tits are seen often and Goldfinches have returned to 
our area. I saw a few Bramblings by the M4 footpath. They do not 
stay anywhere for long. A Coal Tit came into our garden when the 
greedy Starlings were not there . As Coal Tits are very small they 
cannot compe te with large, pushy birds such as Starlings . 
Banks are now carpeted with the purple Ground Ivy which makes a 
welcome splash of colour. 
By mid April the number of nests in the M4 rookery had risen to 
twenty-nine which is a good increase on last year. 
I saw my first Orange Tip Butterfly of the year on 5th . April . 
Easter approaches and it is so named for the Celtic goddess of 
fertility, Eastre, whose festival was celebrated in mid April . 
The Celts also worshipped hares - the Artie hare at that time . 
The brown hare was introduced by the Romans. The Celts thought 
that the Plover 's eggs were produced by hares as they are laid in 
a small depression on the ground resembling the nest of the hare , 
or form as it is called. Hence the custom of Easter eggs . Thus 
the Church made a pagan festival Christian. 
Lois Parker. 
HANDS OFF DORNEY 
The Public Inquiry into the Eton Rowing Trench & Gravel 
eMtractian &tarts on 12th May 1993, 9.30 a.m. at 
LANGLEY CONFERENCE CENTRE , LANGLEY HALL 
EAST BERKS COLLEGE, STAT ION RD, LANCLEY 
NOW IS THE TIME FOR YOU TO ACT. TOMORROW MAY BE TOO LATE 
*** WRITE TO THE INSPECTOR 
**** WRITE TO THE PRESS 
***** MAKE SURE ru...b. YOUR FRI ENDS HAVE WRITTEN 
****** DISPLAY YOUR POSTERS , IN CARS & WINDOWS 
******* ATTEND ON THE OPENING MORN ING 
******** ATTEND ON "DORNEY DAY" 
********* PERSUADE YOUR FRIENDS TO ATTEND 
********** SUPPORT DROPET & THE PARISH COUNCIL 
For more informat ion contact Parish Counc illors or DROPET 
WE CANNOT DO OUR BEST WITHOUT YOUR HELP􀉦f6) 
ikffl:p tmtS!I C4nU 􀉧 
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ASTRID - THE CARIBBEAN CHALLENGE 
I have recently returned from the Caribbean, after an 
exciting two month adventure, exploring the i sland s , and 
enjoyed bri ll iant sai ling on the T . S . Astr i d , a marvellous 
square rig sailing ship . It was a most rewarding experience . 
It certa inly was a challenge - 37 ports of call and 1880 
nautical 􀁡iles! One day you are climbing the gruell ing slopes 
of an active volcano, the next you are enjoying walking through 
a lush rain forest, or swimming in a tropical waterfall. 
I enjoyed studying the marine life and experienced the 
most amazing diving. The oceanic l i fe is magical i n the 
Caribbean. The exotic coloured fish and beauti ful cora l , made 
my f irst diving experience unforgettable. 
Life on board ship is certainly hard work. All the crew 
take a full part in every facet of l i fe at sea , from scrubbing 
decks a􀁢d learning about ocean navigation, cooking i n the galley, 
to working aloft under full sail. Friendship is not contrived , 
it i s the i nevitable outcome of shared experience , and mutual trust. Sail ing a square rigger is not for the faint hearted 
especi ally in rough seas, which we experienced s a i ling from ' 
Curacao to the Virgin Islands, it was quite a stormy voyage ! 
It was very exciting to experience. 
The voyage started from St Lucia, then sailed south to the 
chai n of islands of St Vincent and the Grenadines , famous for 
coral and spices, and a haven of exotic birds and f ish. We then 
sai led on to Trinidad and Tobago renowned for steel bands and 
calyps􀁣 - There were many uninhabited i slands which we visited, 
and enJoyed beach barbecues and swimming in the crystal clear 
seas. 
On to Margaritta and along the Venezuelan coast, and a 
short stay in Caracas, a very busy and bustl ing por t . From 
Caracas we set sa i l for Bona ire, Curacao and then our longest 
sea passage north to the Virgin Islands . Beautiful beaches and 
exci ting dives to d iscover the many ship wrecks around these 
islands. 
Sail ing south we enjoyed the i slands of Angu i l l a , St Maarten 
St Kitts and Montserrat , and on to Antigua , Guadeloupe, Dominica 
and Marti nque . Finally, arriving back in St Lucia where we 
disembarked to fly home to Gatwick. 
I shal l always remember the balmy tropical sunsets of the 
Caribbean , and the dolphins leaping alongside the ship. I 
consider myself most fortunate, to have enjoyed this opportunity, 
and the wealth of experience and friendship gained . I am sure 
this will assist me with my Maritime Studies at university in 
the Autumn . 
TIM WEEKS . 

Chernobyl Children's 
Holiday Fund 
"The forgotten 
children of 
Chernobyl" 
In April 1986 girls and boys 
aged between 3 & 6 played in 
their home towns in the eastern 
part of Russia. In an unknown 
nuclear complex called Chernobyl 
not far from them, a disaster 
happened that would affect their 
lives and that of thousands of 
other childrch. for years to 
come. 
These children since then 
have eaten nothing but contaminated 
food. Most of them are 
buy a bottle of Aspirins would aged us and have offered free 
cost the equivalent of two visits and items. 
months wages for a local We have already collected 
worker. A corn- 􀄧- - - - - -- - -various items 
mon cold could for the larger 
kill some of these group and we 
children because plan to parcel 
their immune sys- up those items 
terns have stopped that arc not 
worlcing. used and send 
We 
are flying 12 
children over 
back to the 
children who 
were unable to 
come. 
It is disap­ 
now suffering from Cancer and We were hopm· g to bring 24 
Leukaemia. 
pointing lhat 
the other children could not 
come as some of them may be 
even to ill to travel by air in the 
fulWll. 
.-----------, children for a months stay. Unfortunately, 
these children were 
too ill to travel by road without 
medical supervision. Instead of 
abandoning the project we decided 
to bring 12 children by 
air. There will be 10 girls and 2 
boys. 
Because of the new travel 
c_ _______ : _ _ arrangements the dates have 
Babies who are now born 
have a life expectancy of just 6 
or 7 years. Their parents who 
were teenagers when the disaster 
happened have given birth to 
children with horrific 
deformities. 
In Minsk there is a surgery 
wilh 8,000 children and only 8 
doctors. Few receive the proper 
treatment for their ailments. To 
been slightly changed. They are 
now coming from 1st to 29th 
May. 
Diary of Events 
We have organised a large 
number of events and we arc 
veiy grateful for companies and 
individuals who have encour- 
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Still need your help 
Funds are still needed not 
only for their stay but also towards 
their fare over here. 
We also need good quality 
second hand girls clothes. We 
have already received a large 
number of clothes suitable for 
the Boys from Eton College and 
these will be parcelled up to 
send back. 
We have also decided that as 
some of the arrangements were 
made for 24 children, we have 
invited the Young Variety to 
join us on a number of occasions 
dwing the month. 
Thank you for your support. 
Colin Morton 

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an tnd■pandant, 
DEVEL r■vl■w of 
local affair■ 
KEJERS PREVIEWS THE PUBLIC INQUIRY INTO THE ETON ROWING TRENCH 
JUST IMAGINE 
Just imagine an ar-ea -- the width is equal to the 
Meadow Way, and str-etching between Har-court Road 
Station. 
length of 
and Tap low 
WELL ... t.ha.ts ths SIZE of pr-oposed ROWING TRENCH. To be 
excavated to a. depth of 15 feet. This will affect YOU. 
THE PROPOSAL 
Eton College pr-oposes to build a r-owing tr-ench over 2.2km long 
and 220 mtrs wide on land which they own South of Dor-ney 
Reach. They will dig out 4 ,5 million tonnes of gravel wor-th 
around 20 million pounds; out of which will come extr-action & 
construction costs, miner-al royalties, and pr-ofits to the 
College. And pollution, dirt, danger, damage, and 
dismay to Dor-ney r-esidents for more than 10 years. 
Procensinr,3 
A processing plant would aper-ate throughout. 
Gravel Trucks 
up to 300 daily, thr-ough widened Court Lane & Lake End Rd,, 
onto the Bath Road at the new Sainsburys. Quite a jam there 
will be at that intersection ! 
THE PUBLIC INQUIRY 
Wh...-t.;ha• happened so far. 
Both Bucks County Council 􀄄 South Bucks District Council 
rejected the plan; but the College has appealed, so there must 
be an Inquiry. It will cost the local authorities up to 
200,000 pounds. Y.Q!.! PAY, win or lose ! 
Where ? 
It will be held in the LANGLFY Cr"lNJi'F:RF.NC'P CENTRE and will 
last 4-5 weeks. At least one Parish Councillor will be present 
daily. To encourage local support, important. on the opening 
day, the Parish Council is providing free transport on the 
opening morning, Wednesday 12th May. BE THERE. 
What happens 7 
The Inquiry is presided over- by an Inspector appointed by the 
government. The main participants will have already 
distributed copious written evidence to the Inspector & all 
parties involved. Dur-ing the Inquiry participants read a 
summary of their evidence and can then be er-ass-examined by 
the legal advocates. All combatants will be calling 
professional witnesses who will give learned evidence, the 
content of which will depend upon who they are being paid by. 
The Inspector is there to see fair play and, eventually, to 
make a recommendation to the Secretary of State. 
Can you speak 7 
The Inspector welcomes opinions from private individuals, who 
are unlikely to be subject to cross-examination. 
You have something to say 7 Then contact Drapet. 
Eventually 
The Inspector's report should reach the Secretary of State 
before the end of the year. He will make a final 
pr-obably taking into account such things as the 
situation, which school he went to and who has been 
him the hardest. As well as the Inspector's report. 
And then 
decision, 
palitcal 
lobbying 
The decision will probably be advised early in the new year. 
If we lose there is no fur-ther appeal. 
Local property values will plummet. 
Work could atart in 1994 .. Then you will wish that you had been 
more supportive of the Councils 􀄅 Dropet. BUT 
We won't lose, will we. 
Not with the efforts of Par-ish Councillors, Dropet and County 
& District Councils, 
and YOUR ACTIVE SUPPORT 

16th. May 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
23rd. May 
11. 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
30th. May 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11.00 a.m. 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
6th. June 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
13th. June 
11. 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST.JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER EASTER 
ROGATION SUNDAY 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Richmond John 16 v 25-end 
Mrs. Liney 1 Corinthians 15 v 21-28 
Mr. & Mrs. Pepler 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Belcher & Mrs. Neal 
Mrs. Ames 
SUNDAY AFTER ASCENSION 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Pepler Luke 24 v 45-end 
Miss Hook Ephesians 1 v 15-end 
Mrs. Coish & Mrs. Paton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Armstrong 
Mrs. Smith 
WHITSUNDAY OR PENTECOST 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Handy 
Combined Service at Eton 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
Mrs. Street 
TRINITY SUNDAY 
OR FIRST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Liney 
Family Service 
Mr. Hayton Readings to be advised 
Mrs. Baker & Mrs. Eastgate 
All in Church 
Mrs. Street 
Mrs. Springbett 
SECOND SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Ames John 15 v 1-5 
Mrs. Parker 1 Peter 2 v 1-10 
Mrs. Perryman & Mrs. Smith 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Robb 
Mrs. Belcher 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
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Partners: J. Shaw.D. Bunce C. Hellmuth 

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SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club ("Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag Hill Rise 
Taplow 
Maidenhead, Berks 
Tel : (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
a message at Dorney Vicarage, Tel: (0628) 662823 
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ISSUE 5/93 JUNE 1993 
EDITORIAL 
The Inquiry is underway and at the time of writing Eton College 
Tihse p resenting its evidence to the Inspector. College's arrogant attitude towards this community has been 
well reported in the Press and we who have been present have had 
our worst fears for our future confirmed. 
'Our 1 side is yet to give evidence. The Parish Council, Dropet 
and many individuals will be adding weight to the County Council 
and District Council's arguments and I am confident that our 
combined justifiable opposition will prevail. 1 Kejers', on page 7, gives more detail and comment. A fuller 
report next month. 
In item 1 of last month's Parish Pump, we learn that the County 
Council is promoting a 'Tree Week' in November. Having recently 
witnessed the local butchery at the hands of the County Council's 
'tree surgeons', the November promise fills me with some 
apprehension. 
I am, of course, aware that roadside trees need pollarding from 
time to time but surely it should be done at an appropriate time 
of the year and not when the trees are at their early swmner 
best. 
I realise that fresh growth will, in time, disguise the severity 
of this work, but, unfortunately, time can not restore the five 
felled trees that graced the corner of Harcourt Road/Dorney Reach 
Road. I have been unable to find out why five adjacent, healthy 
trees were cut to the ground; an action that has filled me with 
very real anger and sorrow. 
You will read in this issue1 s Parish Pump that the County 
Forestry Officer recommended 'reducing, reshaping, balancing and 
removing as necessary'. What I want to know is, who approved his 
recommendation and why it was necessary to remove this particular 
row of trees? 
It seems quite extraordinary to me that the Parish Council, while 
doing a very commendable job in planting trees in some quarters 
of the parish, apparently approves, or is unable to prevent, 
trees being removed in other quarters. 
One excuse given, is that 'many' residents in Harcourt Road/ 
Dorney Reach Road were finding the fallen leaves that piled up in 
their garden in the autwnn, too huge to be coped with. Well I get 
my fair share of these leaves and I find that it only requires a 
maximum of a weekend1 s work to gather them safely in. I reckon 
that a small labour for a swmner1 s pleasure! Next thing we'll 
hear is a call to get rid of the grass verges because they need 
mowing at least once a week throughout the season. 
Whilst I 1 m in a thoroughly bad mood, I will refer again to this 
issue1 s Parish Pump. When I read item 5, I thought 11 thank God for 
the Police and the Highway Authority11 • 
Why not traffic lights and a zebra crossing at the top of 
Harcourt Road? Then all we need to do is to replace the grass 
verges with tarmacadam, put in more street lights, cut down some 
more trees and transform Dorney Reach into a nice urban precinct! 
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From Revd Colin Pontin June 1993. 
TAh ew ahlilledl, ofd utshtey Acsocmepnosuinodn ennecalro sJeesr utshae letmop i so f nothte vehrilyl incsonpitraiinngi!n g a 
Crhatrhiesrt taastcteyn dbeudi. ldWinhge n buwiel tv iosvietre da d ruorcikn gf rouomt wlahsitc h,t rtirpa dtio titohne cHloaliym s, 
Laanndd the compound was full of street vendors trying to sell souvenirs postcards. In the building a candle burnt in an old tin of sand 
ebxy ptlhaien reodc kt hwahti cthhi sha sw aas ssmaaildl tion dbeen ttahtei fonoo otnp riitnst soufr fthaec e.as Tcheen dgiunigd e Christ! 
Tmhyesreel fw as nothing to hold our attention at ground level and I found words tol otohkei ndgi sucpi palte st hweh esnk yt.h Aeys Iw erdei di nso thIe wsaasm er epmoisnidteido no f.. .t•h ose 
"TMheins oJfe Gsuasl,i lweheo, wwahsy tdaok eyno uu spt fanrodm l oyoouk iinngt oi nhteoa vheenav, ewni?l l come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven." (Acts 1:11) 
We boarded the coach and returned to Jerusalem. 
Tehned Aofs ceMnasyi, on of Jesus, which the Christian Church celebrated at the 'Great Commissrieomni•n dshe ogfa vteh e tot imuse Jbeefsourse ldefoitn gt hseo .e.a.r.t h but also of the 
"Gboa ptthiseirnegf otrhee ma nidn m tahkee ndaimsec iopfle tsh eo fF aaltlhe rn atainodn st,h e Son aI nhda ovfe cthoem mHaonldeyd S ypoiur;i t,a ndt elacoh, inIg a mt hewmi tth oy ooubs aelrwvea all ys, to the close of the age." (Matthew 28:19-20) 
It is good to gaze into heaven from time to time ... at Sunday 
spearrvti coefs o, uro uCrh prrisatyeiran tliimfees. a Infd ttihmaets i so fa lwlo rwseh iepv; erb udto tthhaetn iws eo anrley a fDiasicliipnlge st,o canadr rtyo ouust, ttheo cboeamrm iswistinoens st htaot hCihmr iisnt gthaev ew tidoe rt hwe orld, both in what we say and in what we do. This involves us all on Sundays and weekdays alike. 
The Disciples returned to Jerusalem with great joy, and we all know 
what happened after that ! 
Ptearkhea psst otchk iso ft ihmoew owfe tahree cyeaarrr yiisn ga ougtoo tdh tei mceo mfmoirss ailoln Cghirviesnt itao nsu st ob y Christ for which we shall be called to give an account when he 
returns. 
Colin. 
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Dorney: PATTERN OF SUNDAY SERVICES. 
TsHerEv FicAeM ILprYo gSrEaRmVmIeC.E HowevTerh,i sb ehcaasu sbee coofm et hane ecsotnafbllicitsihnegd tpiarmtes oof f otuhr e osfer vtihec etsh riene tchoen gtrweog aptairoisnhse, si tof haDso rbneecy oamned inEctroena sainnd gltyh e divfafriyciunlgt nteoe ds organise the service effectively. The time of 9.30am in Eton Wick is 
aDlosron evye arnyd e aErtloyn fhoarv ey tohunegr effaomriel aigesre teod , atttheantd f.o rT hae t PrCiCals opfe rbiootdh o f 
oaptphreorx icmhautreclhye so nien tyheea rt, wtoh pea Fraimsihleys aSter tvihcee cshhuoruclhd o cfo mSbt iJnoeh wni tthh et he Bcoapmtmiesntc,i nEgt: on Wick, at 11.00am on the first Sunday of each month 
11.00am SUNDAY 4th JULY 1993. 
There will be no 11.00am morning service at Dorney on that day. 
We hope that this new arrangement will not only enable us to use our 
rbeestotuerr cseusi tmeodre f eofrf etchte igvreolwyi bnugt n uwmilbelr porfo vyioduen g af sameirlviiecse awnhdi cchh iilsd ren 
in our parishes. 
FROM THE 4th JULY THEREFORE, THE AMENDED MONTHLY SERVICE PATTERN IN 
THE CHURCHES OF THE TWO PARISHES WILL BE AS FOLLOWS: 
1st Sun. 
2nd Sun. 
3rd Sun. 
4th Sun. 
5th Sun. 
Dorney. Eton Wick Eton. 
11.00am 9.30am. 11.00am. 
8.00am H.Comrn(BCP) 
No 11.00am 11.00am Combined Family H.Comm. 'A' 
Morning service Service. (or BCP) 
H.Comm 'B' H.Communion 'A' Morning War. 
H.Comm 'B' Morning Worship H.Comm. 'A' 
H.Comm 'B' H.Communion(BCP said) Morning War. 
8.00am H.Comm. 
s1e1.r0v0iacme sC oimnb itnheed ostehrevri cceh urinc htehse ccahnucrelclheeds ionn tthuirsn .(Morning Ssuenrvdiacye. ) pTrhoegsraem msee rviinc ebso tha rpea rnioswh easn. esTthaebyl ihsehlepd t poa rbtu ioldf the bridges between our three congregations and have been 
Tmhuec hn eexntj ooyfe dt.h Wesee h soeprev tihceast tihs etyo w biel lh eclodnt iinnu De otron egyr oown. the 29th August 1993. 
The Sunday School (Jimmy's) will contine to meet at the time of the 
mCoomrbniinnegd sseerrvviicec,e , owthheenr tthhaeyn aFmaamliglaym aSteer vwiciet hm tohren iontgh aenrd gtroheu ps5.t h Sunday 

THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting 
held in May 1993 . 
of the Parish Council 
1 . The following officers 
Chairman 
were elected:Mr. 
K. Richmond 
Mr. P. Bampton 
j 
Vice Chairman 
Standing Committee 
Finance Committee 
Planning Committee 
Special Interests : Mr. 
Bampton Mr. Richmond 
Mrs . Millward Mr. Hampton 
Mrs . Millward Mr. Bampton 
Footpaths and Trees Mrs . Wooller 
Highways Mrs. Millward Mr. Coish 
Best Kept Village Mr. Page 
Bye Laws Mr. Coish 
Lighting Mr. Coish 
Mrs . 
Mr. 
Mr. 
South Bucks Assn. of Local Councils Mr. Richmond 
Village Hall Representative Mrs. Millward 
Thames Planning and Amenities Forum Mr. Page 
Dorney School Governor Mr . Richmond 
Parish Pump Reporter Mrs. Wooller 
Adult Education Committee ( Burnham) Mr. Richmond 
Wooller 
Page 
Coish 
2 . Trees . The lopping and felling of trees is always a sad 
affair. The work carried out in Harcourt Road, as recommended by 
the Forestry officer, included ' reducing, reshaping, balancing 
and removing as necessary' . The Council will press for those 
removed to be replaced. On a happier note, the new planting in 
Meadow Way, Marsh Lane and Dent1 s Corner has been much admired 
and the 'Anniversary Copse' , though young, seems to be doing 
well. Advice is to be sought as to any necessary work on the oak 
trees in the Memorial Garden. Path No. 19, from Old Marsh Lane 
down to the caravans and towpath, is confirmed as a bridleway, 
and a sign to that effect is imminent. 
􀇇 - By June we should see the re-siting of the 1 Dorney' road signs 
in Marsh Lane and Lake End Road, more appropriate to the Parish 
boundary. 
4 . The railings at the approach to the M4 flyover in Marsh Lane 
are pronounced adequate for their purpose, and we are not to 
expect any re-painting. 
5 . _Nor are we to expect a mini roundabout at the junction of 
Meadow Way and Oak Stubbs Lane. Police and highway authority 
consider it would but enhance any danger that exists . Moreover, 
casualties are not sufficient to warrant it. (Any volunteers? ) 
But we have had the white lines repainted. 
6 . Research continues to be done on the historical background of 
Dorney Village, Lake End and Boveney, in connection with our 
application for the three settlements to be considered as 
Conservation Areas. 
7. The preliminary judging of the Best Kept Village Competition 
takes place in the first two weeks of June. All can help by 
ensuring that their front gardens , hedges etc. , look tidy, and 
above all, ensuring no litter is visible. In this connection 
there will be the usual Litter Blitz on 31st. May. Incidentaily, 
the area to be judged is the village as far as the Pigeon House 
cattle grid; to the M4 at Lake End; all of Court Lane and Marsh 
Lane to the Parish Boundary; and Dorney Reach. To give us a 
' flying 􀇈tart ' , the Council is to purchase a bigger, better and 
more reliable mower. Everyone will appreciate the District 
Council ' s work on litter collection and gutter sweeping - now 
it's up to us all. 
8. Finance. The Council proposes to allocate up to £1, 500 towards 
resurfacing the Village Hall's car park out of next year 1 s 
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budget, subject to professional agreement on the standards, and 
the financial involvement of other statutory bodies. Payment this 
month included £95 Clerk's salary, £100 grass cutting and work on 
the Memorial Garden. 9. The Chairman proposed, and it was agreed, that the office of 
Chairman should be of limited tenure, and after discussion, a term 
1o0f . fiIvne cyoneanresc tiwoans wagirtehe dth. e CAA's application to erect a doppler 
beacon on land off Marsh Lane, the Parish Council continues its objection, together with several parishi oners who have written 
their own objections, although the Planning Officer has already 
g1o1t. Bhyis three ptoirmte i yn.ou read this, the Rowing Trench Inquiry will be ihno pefu ulnl iqsuwein) ge.x Pperreipeanrcine g foforr ailtl choansc bereneend a. nA elln ltihgahtt ecnoinugld (baen dd wonee 
has been done, and we will await the outcome satisfied in that 
knowlTehdeg en. ext meeting will be on Tuesday 8th. June at 8 p.m. in 
the Vicarage. 
NATURE NOTES April/May 
I saw a Pheasant running across a bare field, looking for cover. 
WBye mheidar Ad pra iCl utchkeo of ioenl dG oowda sF grrideeany , wtihteh nfierws tc orinn .r ecent years. Tbheeat efna to, fcf ribmys otnhe arnadi ngo lodn tchatakt indsa yo. fT thheei r Bfllaocwke Prso plaarre so uwte ref or a week and the seed of a male tree must meet one from a female 
tirne ea bfoarll a onf efwl utrfefe b utto mbue smt aldaen. dT hoen dsaemedps g raoruen bdo rtno eg beyrm tihnea twe.in d Biny mfridiz Azypr cillu tshtee rssm. aMllo swti nSyec aamndor ep aflel ogwoerlsd rfelmowaeinresd o gfr Aesehn bauppte aarse d 
they are long and pendulous, looked attractive. The leaves of 
eBalralcyk Psporpilnagr.s Gwreoreu psedh otwoingegt thheer itrh edye lairceat ae , lcoovpepleyr ysi gphint.k hue of I heard a Blackbird giving shrill warning cries on a neighbour's 
rdoouobf twlheesrse afat Rero otkh eh adB lapcekrbchiredd' asn edg gwsou.l d not budge. The Rook was Long Tailed Tits and Goldfinches are frequent visitors to our 
Tgairpd, eYn.e lAlosw A Bprriiml sptroonger, esSmseadl lb Wuhtitteer falnieds t haep puesauraeld , Pmeaocsotclyks O.r ange 
TGrhoeu npdal Iev, yb launed tfhleo wtearlsl osf hLeaamvbes' s o Lf eLttourdcse manindg Lleadd iwesit hal opnugr pblea nks 
Saonmd e iCnh ehsetdngeust. candles bloomed by the third week in April and some Say cdaemliocraetse hpadin yk eta ndto spirlovdeurc egr efylo swheerast. hT, hgeriere nf laotwe tr hei sb easnec.lo Tsehdi si n 
hBya sm tido bMauyrs mt antyo yreouvnega lb tihrdes flhoadwe rl.e ft the nest. There were baby Rfloebwin sin tino ao unr esigchublloeurry' sa ngadr dI enh ada ndg rbeaabt yd iBflfaicckublitryds s ihno woinugr si. t Onthee 
door. When I managed to catch it, it became frantic and dropped 
mI anhye aordf ihtigsh f ipristcth edodw ncyr iefesa tfrhoemrs .a pair of Blackbirds in our front garden and found a young one crouching in a corner of our porch 
with our cat sitting a few feet from it. The parents were trying 
itnod cohoarsse. Loaftf ert heI csaawt twhhaitc hb Io tehv peanrteunatllsy a cnadu bgahbty ahnadd b rtoakuegnh t refuge in our Mock Orangeblossom bush. It was probably the youngster's 
Ofiurrs tw hooulet inarge aan dis o nnoew f mraaudgeh bt ewauitthif udla nwgeitrh. the many Chestnut and Hawthorn trees in full blossom. 
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DORNEY WOMEN' S INSTITUTE 
ROne so1l2uthti. oMnsa yf, oMr rtsh. e UAgnlnouwa, lW GI enreeprarel sMenetetaitnivge, , wchaimche tsho e exdpidl avine ryth e 
cWlIe. aTrhley . reTmhea ifniirnsgt t thhreree ew ceoren ceorf nmedor teh gee innertaelrn ianl tweorreksitn, g thoef the 
Cshuabnjceecltlso br eifonrg aa rreevqiueewst oft ot hthee HoHmomiec idSee cArcett airny arnedsp Lecotr do f the definition of provocation, Water Conservation and Use of Surplus 
pfooosidt icvroe pasc tainodn noang afionosdt ctrhoep ps ofloicr y ionfd us' Sterti aAl siudsee ' a.n d' Setot Atasikde e ' Wmaeatnesr tChoants earv paotirotino in so afn a i mfapromrtearn' ts ilassnude m iunst thlea yD oidrnlee ye aarceha ywehare.r e wstarteearm tsa aknend peolnsedws hhearev ev dirai ethde upb oorwe ihnog lteos. thAe v loater gwea asm otuankte no of n all Mthres . RCersaonlue tgiaovnes. the latest information on the trip to the 'Mary MRorss.e ' on 26th. May. HuddarAtll, eVni, cSee Pcrreestiadreyn, tw, esnpto kteh rooung htw to hien ctoerrreesstpionngd ceonmcpe eatnidti Monrss . loifs tFeodur i' na tnhde 'NThewe sB Leesttt Leoro. Tinhe Bsue caksre' , aw'Aar Mde. nu for a Lunch Party NMerxs.t mCroannteh ' iss c okmipndetliyt ileonnd winigl lh bere g'Tahrde eMn ofsotr Itnhtee rGeastrdineng APparrotny ' i.n July. 
hAenoldth ienr t'hKnei atu-tIunm' nt. o raise funds for Winged Fellowship will be 
Lois Parker. 
DORNEY SCHOOL PTA 
SUMMER SUPPER 
and 
AUCTION OF PROMISES 
Dorney Village Hall 
Saturday 10th. July at 7.30 p.m. 
tDhoerinre yf Pirasrtis Ah uNcetwios nr eoaf dPerrosm aisree si, nvinit etwdo twoa jyosi. n the school PTA at 
1. By pledging an item or service to be auctioned on the 
evening. 
and/or 
2. Banyd b juoyiinngi ntgi cikne ftos r (a£6 gbreeafto rseo c10itahl . eJvuennei nog ra n£d7 .b5i0d adfintge r) for some great promises. So far we' ve got Dinners, 
Wtheeek eAnldl s BAlawcakys, , AA T Dicakye' ts Hanadr dF lLiagbhoutr tion E dthine bGuragrhd etno, wetactc. h 
etc. etc. 
For details on how to make your promise and on securing tickets 
contact Peter Bowman on 0628 23228 or Richard Hodgson on 0628 
662599 or the school office on 0628 20871. Many Thanks. 
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DoYney 
Developments 
• an .independent 
Yev.iew of 
local affairs 
ROWIN8 TRENCH ( by my special coYYespondents) 
Sixty oY so Yesidents, suitably banneYed, tYavel led by ,aY and 
Parish Council sponsored FUSSBUSS to the opening day of the 
I nquiYy. Eton Col lege Q . C. , John Taylor, summaYised their 
case, sometimes to the audible disbe l ief of locals. The 
Col lege, and Mr. Palme r , Yemain incredulous that we are 
sceptical about the benefits that they wish to foist upon us; 
we must suffer pain , they arrogate, foy the common good . 
Stirring stuff. Aftey lunch the boating master ' s figures weYe 
demolished by County/District Q . C. , Wi l l iam Glover. An 
interminable numbeY of rowers said how vital the trench was to 
the Country' s future and that Dorney must gr.in and bear it. By 
May 21st nearly 20 Eton witnesses had described a l l t he 
advantages that we are so tiresomely rejecting; 
environmentalists enthused about the improved countryside, 
audiologists c laimed that technology had Yeduced the sounds of 
pile dYivers and gravel trucks to a mere whisper. According to 
the Col l ege, ten years is a mere blink in history, DoYney 
should know its p lace and a c cept what is being offered. 
Astute cross-examination has revealed that extra holes are 
planned to maximise gravel yield; suggestions whi ch might 
mitigate the effect on Dorney weYe re.jected as too expensive. 
Consultation had, they asserted , been adequate; was not a 
leading local resident of CouYt Lane a member of Eton ' s 
Environment Committee ? 
The Col l ege, in its delusions of grandeur, eeems to believe 
that it is some sort of feudal baron-cum- corpoYate Capabi lity 
BYown, whose self -appointed mission is to create traditional 
country house park land and water vistas with which to 
patYonise the rowing fyateYnity and from which it plans to 
exclude the ungrateful local peasantry. 
There are usua l l y a dozen or so residents at the Inquiry 
every day, plus two or three Parish Counci l lors and our 
District Council lor. I t is anticipated that evidence from the 
Parish Council and Peregrine Palmer will be given on Tuesday 
1st June. The Counc i l would welcome your extra suppoYt. 
It is not possible to say who is winning, but those against 
the scheme are pleased with progYess so far·. 
VANDALISM ( 1 ) 
The County Council has , of course, chosen springtime to 
pol lard some of t he trees in Dorney Reach and to completely 
demolish five of them. Attempts at reprieve whi lst t he 
County were contacted were greeted with abuse and contempt 
from the tree-butchers. Should the County CoUncil employ such 
people ? 
VANDALISM (2) 
Residents' notices protesting against the rowing trench aye 
being ripped down almost as soon as they are put up. 
Vandals ? 
Eton Col lege ? 
Same thing rea l ly ! 
ke.jers 
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Nl!:WS 1-'IWM 'l'l!E CUMM U N J TY CIIA l' L A .L N ******************************** 
Another year has passed by and it is time again for the Annual 
General Meeting of Christian Concern . A l l the details are listed 
below . 
CIIRlSTIAN CONCEHN A . t: . M . 
S lough Baptist Church 
Windsor Road , Slough 
Wednesday 16th June 1993 
Speaker: Mr Terry Thompson 
(Berks Baptist Union - Social Responsi bility Officer) 
7 : 30pm Refreshments 
It is an opportunity to hear about the work of Christian Concern 
in the fields of llousing. and Community relat ions , to receive the 
Community Chaplaids report and to be encouraged by the keynote 
speech from Terry Thompson . Hope to see you there . . . . . . * * * * * * * * * * * * 
Housing ma tters 
1 993 started with the Chris tmas Shel ter at St Ma ry ' s lla ll in Slough. 
open for 9 nights between 24th December and Zr1tl January . lt provided n 24 hour 
open door with meals, drop-in and sleep-over facilities. We were astounded by 
the generosity of people giving a variety of materials - food , bedding, washing 
requisites and clothing, as well as coming and doing shifts. 
Two further projects have sprung from this: 
l An emergency cold weather shelter that could be opened literally at the 
drop of a hat when cold weather was immininent. 
2 A long range project of providing a rehabilitation centre with emergency 
accomodation, drop-in facilities, advisers and health-care workers and 
working towards the settlement and housing of the homeless. 
It seems 1 ikely that the Christmas shelter will be repeated at Christmas 93. 
Please watch for further information. The work with the homeless and hungry 
in Slough is continuing. Now every night , food , hot drinks and friendship is 
available at a variety of different sites throughout the week. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * 
Working with MCWAS 
Those on the Community Relations working group of Christian Concern have linked 
up with the Multi-cultural Womens Association of Slough (MCWAS) and last year 
produced an evening on 'Marriage Customs across Culture ' . This was highly 
sucessful and a further evening is being planned to take place within One 
World Week in October. The title will be Birth and Belonging and look at the 
various ways and ceremonies by which birth is celebrated and the young are 
incorporated into the community . 
Yours in Christ , Derek West. 
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• 
Saturday 12th June 
Sunday 20th June 
Saturday 26th. June 
Saturday 10th. July 
Saturday 24th July 
Saturday 11th September 
Saturday 25th September 
Friday 22nd October 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W . I . 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.C.C. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60's CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
• 
• 
Country Fayre. Dorney Court 
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 
DDHS Coach Trip 
Dorney School PTA. Grand Nautical 
Fete. School Field 12 noon 
Dorney School PTA. Auction of 
Promises. Village Hall 7.30 p.m. 
DDHS Barbecue 
DDHS Annual Show 
DDHS Harvest Supper 
DDHS Cheese & Wine 
DDHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i.e. July, September, 
November & January. Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage 12 . 15-2.30 
Dates : 8/6 
Meet at the Vicarage 7-9 p.m. 
Dates : 6/6 27/6 18/7 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7 . 30-10.30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3. 30- 4 . 30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7.30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday. the Vicarage 
7. 15-9 p.m. • • 
Mrs. Pat Guider 0628 71668 • • 
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator: - Mike Haile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
of local break-ins. 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Hoile 
who will keep the Council informed. 
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Dorney Combined School 
GRAND 'NAUTICAL ' SUMMER FETE 
Saturday 26th. June 
on the school field 
Sideshows * Fancy Dress * Entertainment 
Pony Rides * Barbecue * Games 
* Refreshments * 
All landlubbers welcome 
All aboard from 12 noon onwards 
DON'T MISS THE BOAT 
COUNTRY FAYRE 
SPONSORED SWIM 
To all swimmers . Come and do many lengths at Dorney Court 
swimming pool on Friday evening 11th. June 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. and 
Saturday morning 12th. June 6 . 30 a.m. - 11 a .m. 
Get all your relations to sponsor you. 
Ring me up for a sponsor form. Brigit Ames 0628 661065 
COUNTRY FAYRE 12TH. JUNE 
If you have any articles lurking in your attic or cupboards which 
will raise El - ESO at the Auction we would be most grateful to 
receive them, as to date we are short of objects. 
Also, contributions to the jam/preserves stall appreciated. 
Telephone Mary Robb 0628 602243 or Ken Richmond 0628 26972 for collection. 
NSPCC 
The recent house to house collection in Dorney Reach raised £105 . 
Our grateful thanks to you all. 
EDITORS ' NOTE 
We remind readers that there is no issue of the Dorney Parish 
News in August. Notices for August must therefore be included in 
our next (July) issue. 
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To behe􀀉dat 
EY 
Dor.ey 
;􀀓aturday 2th.June 
11 • oi 4 • oo . l􀀅'i, I, ,,&>" 
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In aid of the exquisite 13th. Century Church-Stjames the Less 
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PARISH VISITATION - JUNE 1993. 
Dur ing the two weeks commencing 7 th June the Dorney PCC, with the 
help of v olunteers f r om the other parishes in the Riverside Team 
Minis seek tarnysw, erasr e thoo pqiunegs titoon sv isrietl aetvienrgy thoo utshee icnh urthceh Paandr isiht so fin· Dvoorlnveeym entot with village life. 
The church of S t James has been a part of the v i l lage since Saxon 
times and has witnessed many changes throughout the centuries. Today 
gthrearte are fewer people supporting the church and, whilst we are verY the 􀇾infuclr eatos inmga nyc omimni ttmhee ntc ormemquuniirteyd whtoo mhaavien tasuinp pothret eds trusu ctinu reth ae ndp atshte, current s ervice pattern raises many que s t i ons for the local 
dcoemngarndegs abtieoinn g wmhaod ea ruep obne ctohmeimn.g increasingly hard-pressed to meet the 
Tthheis viisl ltahgee rveiaeswosn ftohre tChheu rvcihs iatnadt iohno.w Wmeu cahr e suapnpxioorut s ctaon fbien d eoxupte chteowd 
wfriolml thheel pl oucsa l rceoamcmhu ndietcyi.s ioWnes hoonp e thteh atf utthuer ea nosfw ertsh e toc htuhrec hq uiens titohniss village. 
May I thank you in anticipation of your co-operation. 
Revd.Colin Pontin. Team Vicar. 
16 Harcourt Rd 
Dorney Reach 
7.5.1993 
The Editor The Dorney Pariah News 
Dear Sir 
Part of the last paragraph in issue 4/93 of the Horticultural 
Society' s entry is as follows: - 11Lawns as a rule tend to make a garden. 
I think marks for lawns should be compulsory so that the competition 
reflects the true quality of the garden. 11 
I do not favour this approach, because it acts as a stimulus to 
increase the watering of lawns , and in a dry summer that would be 
somewhat anti-social. In such circumstances brown lawns become a badge 
of respectability. 
Yours sincerely 
i1 􀀈 w 􀀉. 
Maurice Wooller 
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DISTRICT COUNCILLOR - TWO YEARS ON 
Policies of the South Bucks District Council are decided, 
within central government guidelines, by the elected members, 
acting on the advice of the paid officers . All elected members 
sit on committees whose recommendations are ( usually) rubber 
stamped at main Council meetings . 
Following my elect ion in Hay 1991, I was ass igned 
strong Planning & Transportation Committee and 
been elected vice-chai rman. I am also on 
to the 17- 
I have now 
the Gravel 
sub-committee. 
South Bucks DC receives an average of about 120 applications 
monthly; a large proportion of these ls for house extens ions . 
Details are forwarded to Par ish Councils who must comment, i f 
they wish, within 21 days . All plans are inspected by 
planning officers to ensure that they comply with planning 
regulat ions . Those clearly complying and not subject to 
adverse comment are listed with recommendation for consent to 
be formally granted. 
Applications which may confl ict, or which are subject to 
comment from neighbours or the local counci l are spec i f i cally 
considered by planni ng off icers and a written reasoned 
Trhece omPmlaenndnaintgi o&n sTurabnmsiptotredta ttioo nt hCe opmlmaitntneineg m ecetosm meivtetreye . 4 weeks. 
Meetings start at 9 . 3 0 a.m with minibus visits to view 
controversial s ites , accompanied by the Director of Planning 
as we ll as the Commi ttee Chairman and Vice-Chairman. A small 
number of the committee is designated, on a rotational basis, 
as the 11Plans Panel11 ; this panel meets at 2 . pm to preview all 
applications upon which off icers have made observations . The 
main meeting starts at 4 . 15, decisions on non-controvers ial 
plans are delegated to the off icers and others are voted upon 
individually. 
Sometimes considerable d iscussion ensues; not always are the 
recommendations of the off icers endorsed ! 
Members of the public are admitted to most of this meet ing, 
which usually lasts unt i l about 7pm. 
Host Councillors are also members of 
meet less frequently. Some are Parish 
All are frequently consulted by their 
var iety of problems . 
other committees which 
or County Councillors . 
local residents on a 
Liaison with the Par ish Council ls important, particularly 
with the many pressures and threats which our vi llage 
currently faces. Personal contact with District off icers ls 
the e ffective solution to many problems . It is a rare day that 
I do not find myself involved in Distr ict business in one way 
or another and I shall attend most days of the Rowing Trench Inquiry. 
I f you think I can help with a local problem please phone 
( 2 6972 ) ; or contact s. Bucks direct ( 0753 533333 ) , staff and 
officers are usually very helpful . 
Joy Richmond 
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ETON BOATING SONG 
JoAlnlyd bao ahtayin-hga rwveeatshte br,r eeze, BlSadhaed oen o tfhf e thfee attrheeres, ; Swing, swing together, 
With your bodies between your knees. 
RuHgbaryr moway m baey mmoakree cmolreev err,o w; BuSt tweaed1 yl l frroowm fstorro ekve ert,o bow; 
AnTdh ne otchhianign tihna tli fies rsohualnld suesv neorw . 
OtDherress swedil iln ftihlel ooludr plligachtes b, lue; WeW'le'll lr ectool tlhece t foluagr brea cetsr,u e; AnWd hyeonu tweh cwhilele rb fe osrt ianl lE tino no curre fwa. ces 
TwMeanyt yt yeemaptr su hse nfrcoem t ohfifsi wcee astthoeorl s: WeA nmday sbeee ms tloow t hoen tbhoey sf eolatdh feoro, ls; But we'll still swing together, 
And swear by the best of Schools. 
William Johnson (Master 1845-1872) 
SBDC. Provision of skips in the Parish. 
Village Road (near cattle grid) 
19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 1 Nov 17 Jan - 31 Jan 
Lake End Road 19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 1 Nov 17 Jan - 31 Jan 
Junction of Harcour1t9 RJoualdy & -Me2 aAduogw Wa18y Oct - 1 Nov 17 Jan - 31 Jan 
Island to Oak Stubbs Lane & Marsh Lane 
26 July - 2 Aug 25 Oct - 1 Nov 24 Jan - 31 Jan 
Marsh Lane (next to SEB station) 
19 July - 2 Aug 18 Oct - 25 Oct 17 Jan - 24 Jan 
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ETON GLOATING SONG 
Jolly boating whether, 
And our new-dug rowing course; 
Blade on the feather, 
Gravel paid the fees; 
Swing, swing together, 
We brought Dorney to its knees. 
Eton's been more clever, 
College made more row; 
Now we'll row for ever, 
Steady from stroke to bow; 
And nothing in life shall sever, 
The power that is ours right now. 
Others will fill our places, 
When we've gg,m .w;:f1 to the beach; 
They'll run all their races, 
Shattering the peace of the Reach; 
These unwelcome visitors 
Will cheer for Eton's trench. 
Twenty years hence this weather, 
May tempt us from office stools: 
We'll come and watch the feather, 
And seem to the boys old fools: 
To have spoilt Dorney's pleasure, 
For the sake of the best of Schools. 
P. S. Tyler 
FUSSBUSS organis•r■ Liz Millward and Joy Richmond 
try to arrange transport for those wishing to Council at the Inquiry, on DORNEY DAY. 
will again 
support the 
Thi& is expected to be on TUESDAY JUNE 1st, 
change. Watch for notices in the usual 
M•id■nh■ad 666739 or 26972. 
but it could wel 1 
Hava you written to the Inspector ? 
Have you been to the Inquiry? 
pl•􀀅i 
Th• Inspector will visit the area and site early in June. 
e.L.EASJa....PJJ!f'J.M-Y.DU R SU C K􀀝JllL.IL.eQiaJ.ERS 
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20th. June 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy•s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
27th. June 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
4th. July 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11. 00 a.m. 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
11th. July 
11. 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy 1 s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST.JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
THIRD SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Oollimore John 15 v 5-11 
Mrs. Pepler Romans 6 v 3-11 
Mrs. Perryman & Mrs. Smith 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Crewe-Smith & Mrs. Pepler 
Mrs. Ames 
FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Baker John 15 v 12-17 
Mrs. Hayton Galatians 3 v 23 - 4 v 7 
Mrs. Richmond 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
Mrs. Smith 
FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Holy Communion 
Mrs. Richmond 
Family Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs. Belcher & Mrs. Neal 
Mrs. Street 
SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Dyson Luke 15 v 11-end 
Mrs. Liney Colossians 3 v 12-17 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Butcher 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Armstrong 
Miss. T. Perryman 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
For details please contact Karen Jones 0628 25037 
HANGING BASKETS AND CONTAINERS 
PREPARED FOR SUMMER OR SUPPLIED COMPLETE 
Bill Parker, 17 Meadow Way, Dorney Reach. (0628 25307) 
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E. SARGEANT AND SON 
FUNERAL DIRECTORS MONUMENTAL MASONS 
PRIVATE/WEDDING CAR HIRE 
40 CHURCH STREET, SLOUGH SL1 1PJ TEL: (0753) 520081 
61 ST. LEONARDS ROAD, WINDSOR SL4 3BX TEL : (0753) 865982 
13 THE COLONNADE, MAIDENHEAD SL6 1QL TEL: (0628) 783738 
PRIVATE CHAPELS DAY & NIGHT SERVICE 
J.B. PET SUPPLIES. 
1, Bell Lane, 
Eton Wick. PETS: INCLUDING BIRDS & SMALL ANIMALS. 
Tel: (0753) 850994 PET FOODS for CATS, DOGS, 
SMALL ANIMALS and BIRDS. 
BULK FOOD ALSO SUPPLIED. 
'Ifie 'Bumliam Cabinet Company 
Specialists In purpose made cabinets 
3. The Ridgeway, The Ridgeway Trading Estate. 
lver. Buckinghamshire. SL0 9HR 
Telephone: lver (0753) 655955 
Fax: (0753) 655955 
Beautifully Fitted Kitchens 
Ii-ii 
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We are a local firm manufacturing good solid carcasses 
complemented by a wide range of beautiful doors in all finishes. 
Visits to our factory can be made to see us in production. 
We offer a full planning, fitting and delivery service and can 
supply all makes of appliances. i.e. Hoover, Hotpoint, Bauknect, 
Philips etc. 
Partners: J. Shaw.D. Bunce C. Hellmuth 

, 
LANZAROTE 
Playa Blanca 
BEAUTIFUL ONE BEDROOMED APARTMENTS OVERLOOKING THE 
BEACH. FULLY SERVICED AND PRIVATELY OWNED. POOL, 
MAID SERVICE, IDEAL FOR SELF - CATERING. 
FOR FURTHER DETAILS PHONE: 0628 661131 OR 604974 
lnet 
UNDER THE MANAGEMENT OF JILL HARRIS 
panish5il 
Elm Farm 
Boveney Road 
Dorney Common 
Nr. Windsor • Berkshire 
Telephone: 0628 661275 
RIDING SCHOOL & LIVERY 
HACKING * HOLIDAY COURSES * SHOW JUMPING * GYMKHANAS 
INDOOR RIDING SCHOOL * QUALIFIED INSTRUCTION 
Daily and evening individual lessons and classes 

WHITE HEATHER GARAGE 
(DORNEY) LTD. 
ESTABLISHED 1912 
TELEPHONE : (0628) 603188 
MOT TESTING while you wait 
REPAIRS and SERVICING 
ELECTRONIC ENGINE TUNING 
PETROL INJECTION SERVICE 
WE USE • ·UR EQUIPMENT 
Workshop under the direction of 
Thomas Williams LAE MIMI 
PETROL, OIL and SHOP SALES 
Hours of Business 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Mon. - Sat. 
VISA 􀀇1''­,,"􀀃􀀄 Retail Motor 
Industry 
Federation 

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BOUNDARY ROAD FARM RIDING 
& LIVERY STABLES 
(Established 1970) 
Boundary Road, T aplow, Bucks SL6 0EZ 
Telephone: (0628) 602869 
LICENSED RIDING SCHOOL & FULL LIVERY 
SPECIALIST IN CHILDREN & NERVOUS RIDERS 
HACKING• HOLIDAY RIDING• COURSES• SHOW JUMPING• 
SHOWS • GYMKHANAS 
CLOTHING: WAX JACKETS, COATS, HATS, CHAPS. 
JODHPURS, BREECHES, BOOTS, HATS,JACKETS. 
NEW & SECOND-HAND TACK: ENGLISH SADDLES & BRIDLES, 
NEW NYLON SADDLES FOR PONIES & HORSES, BITS, STIRRUP 
LEATHERS & IRONS, LEATHER HEAD-COLLARS, REINS. 
Proprietor: F.J. Morris, MBE (ex The King's Troop, The Royal Horse Artillery) 
Eton Video 
-11 Eton Wick Road 
Elon Wick 075J 840898 
Free membership 
All top Titles £2.(X) per night 
Children and Cartoons only £0.50 per night 
Opening times: Monday-Friday I :(Xlpm to 8:(X)pm 
Saturday and Sunday l():(X) am to 8:00pm 
OPEN 
DA7Y S 

THE OLD SCHOOL ANTIQUES 
DORNEY 
PURCHASERS AND VENDORS OF GOOD QUALITY 
A N TIQUES 
VALUATIONS & RESTORATIONS 
undertaken. 
Tel: (0628) 603247 
0628 666022 • 661768 
Dorney 
WILTSHIRE LANDSCAPES 
• Site Clearance 
•Turfing 
• Plants, Trees 
and Shrubs 
•Fencing 
Design & Construction 
•Pergolas 
•Driveways 
•Car Parks 
• Block Paving 
• Patios 
•Terraces 
•Brickwork 
Decorative 
or Standard 
•Tree Surgery 
Specialists i11 Restoration off ine 
A ntiq11e Furni111re 
Julian Howard 
THE COACH HOUSE. 
DORNEY COURT. DORNEY. 
BERKSHIRE SL4 6QP 
TEL: (0628) 660708 
• Suppliers of: 
SAND• BALLAST 
WOOD CHIPS 
TOP SOIL 
MUSHROOMCOMPOST 

SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club ("Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag Hill Rise 
Taplow 
Maidenhead, Berks 
Tel: (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
a message at Dorney Vicarage, Tel: (0628) 662823 
Printed by Suro Press, Old Station Yard, Tap/ow, Berks. Tel: (0628) 663122 

ISSUE􀊃 6/93􀊃 JULY􀊃 1993􀊃 
DISMAL DORNEY WORST KEPT VILLAGE? 
Almost!􀊃 􀈊e􀊃 missed􀊃 the􀊃 wooden􀊃 spoon􀊃 by􀊃 1􀊃 point,􀊃 with􀊃 a􀊃 pitiful􀊃 
score􀊃 of􀊃 61%,􀊃 a􀊃 sad􀊃 decline􀊃 from􀊃 last􀊃 year's􀊃 74%,􀊃 and􀊃 are􀊃 miles􀊃 adrift􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 qualifiers􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 final,􀊃 Coleshill,􀊃 Hed􀉡erley􀊃 and􀊃 􀉪toke􀊃 Gold􀈲ngton􀊃 with􀊃 scores􀊃 between􀊃 79%􀊃 and􀊃 81%.􀊃 
Just􀊃 loo􀈸􀊃 at􀊃 those􀊃 markslll􀊃 Outsiders􀊃 would􀊃 be􀊃 hard􀊃 put􀊃 to􀊃 
believe􀊃 we􀊃 have􀊃 been􀊃 trying􀊃 lately􀊃 to􀊃 persuade􀊃 others􀊃 that􀊃 we􀊃 
really􀊃 care!􀊃 
nm Possible marks ll.ll liU 
Church,􀊃 graveyard􀊃 15􀊃 12􀊃 10􀊃 Common,􀊃 green􀊃 15 10􀊃 10 
Village􀊃 hall􀊃 15􀊃 11 8 
Hedges,􀊃 􀉳erges,􀊃 fences􀊃 15􀊃 12 9 
Pubs 10􀊃 8 6􀊃 Bus􀊃 shelters,􀊃 notice􀊃 boards􀊃 10􀊃 8 5􀊃 Memorial􀊃 gardens􀊃 10􀊃 6􀊃 7 
Evidence􀊃 of􀊃 co􀉉unity􀊃 effort􀊃 10􀊃 7 6􀊃 
􀈁otal􀊃 100􀊃 74 61􀊃 
It􀊃 pains􀊃 me􀊃 to􀊃 say􀊃 it,􀊃 but􀊃 the􀊃 result􀊃 is􀊃 no􀊃 surprise,􀊃 when􀊃 the􀊃 
prevailing􀊃 attitude􀊃 is􀊃 that􀊃 someone􀊃 else􀊃 will􀊃 keep􀊃 the􀊃 place􀊃 clean􀊃 
and􀊃 tidy.􀊃 􀉵e􀊃 shou􀈻d􀊃 of􀊃 course􀊃 be􀊃 grateful􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 noble􀊃 7􀊃 who􀊃 joined􀊃 me􀊃 on􀊃 the􀊃 litter􀊃 pick􀊃 on􀊃 May􀊃 31,􀊃 but􀊃 by􀊃 the􀊃 time􀊃 the􀊃 judges􀊃 
arrived,􀊃 litter􀊃 had􀊃 accumulated􀊃 again,􀊃 and􀊃 nobody􀊃 cared􀊃 enough􀊃 to􀊃 
pick􀊃 it􀊃 up.􀊃 Dorney􀊃 Reach􀊃 was􀊃 particularly􀊃 badly􀊃 criticised􀊃 this􀊃 
year.􀊃 
'I'he􀊃 village􀊃 had􀊃 nothing􀊃 much􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 proud􀊃 of􀊃 either,􀊃 except􀊃 the􀊃 
Memor􀈳al􀊃 Gardens􀊃 (the􀊃 only􀊃 improvement􀊃 on􀊃 last􀊃 year).􀊃 􀈂he􀊃 
boundaries􀊃 of􀊃 many􀊃 properties􀊃 have􀊃 become􀊃 weedy􀊃 and􀊃 unkempt􀊃 - even􀊃 
the􀊃 pubs􀊃 and􀊃 graveyard􀊃 slipped􀊃 from􀊃 their􀊃 previous􀊃 high􀊃 standards.􀊃 
Your􀊃 constructive thoughts􀊃 on􀊃 how􀊃D can􀊃 do􀊃 better􀊃 would􀊃 be􀊃 welcome,􀊃 but􀊃 I􀊃 am􀊃 not􀊃 interested􀊃 in􀊃 co􀉊ents,􀊃 least􀊃 of􀊃 all􀊃 
anon􀉺ous􀊃 ones,􀊃 on􀊃 what􀊃 others􀊃 ought􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 doing.􀊃 Quality􀊃 
improvement􀊃 starts􀊃 with􀊃 our􀊃 own􀊃 commitment􀊃 and􀊃 actions,􀊃 which,􀊃 
judging􀊃 by􀊃 this􀊃 year's􀊃 perfo􀉄ance,􀊃 are􀊃 both􀊃 in􀊃 short􀊃 supply!􀊃 
Addis􀊃 Page􀊃 
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Fr􀉙􀊃 Revd􀊃 Colin􀊃 Pontin􀊃 July􀊃 1993.􀊃 
I􀊃 recently􀊃 purchased􀊃 a􀊃 cordless􀊃 telephone􀊃 and􀊃 have􀊃 found􀊃 it􀊃 a􀊃 mixed􀊃 
blessing.􀊃 Whilst􀊃 I􀊃 can􀊃 carry􀊃 it􀊃 around􀊃 with􀊃 me,􀊃 thereby􀊃 avoiding􀊃 
missing􀊃 calls􀊃 often􀊃 at􀊃 an􀊃 aIw kwiatr􀊃 di􀊃sm􀊃osmternatn;g􀊃 eI􀊃􀊃 tahma􀊃tu􀊃pw􀊃 hae􀊃nl􀊃atdhdee􀊃r,c􀊃ailnl􀊃s􀊃thdeo􀊃􀊃 bcaotmher􀊃oiotm􀊃􀊃 oirs􀊃􀊃 
some􀊃 other􀊃 impossible􀊃 place􀊃 to􀊃 take􀊃 a􀊃 phone􀊃 call.􀊃 
When􀊃 I􀊃 first􀊃 had􀊃 it􀊃 I􀊃 found􀊃 that􀊃 it􀊃 sometimes􀊃 refused􀊃 to􀊃 work􀊃 at􀊃 
all.􀊃 I􀊃 would􀊃 hear􀊃 the􀊃 phone􀊃 ringing􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 distance􀊃 and􀊃 the􀊃 
handset􀊃 refused􀊃 to􀊃 connect.􀊃 By􀊃 the􀊃 time􀊃 I􀊃 had􀊃 reached􀊃 another􀊃 
w'ephroen􀊃 ev􀊃etrhye􀊃􀊃 acpaollloegre􀊃 thiacd􀊃􀊃 raunndg􀊃􀊃 goafvfe!􀊃􀊃 mIe􀊃􀊃 raentoutrhneerd􀊃􀊃 tohnee􀊃􀊃 setw􀊃htioc􀊃h􀊃BTh􀊃aasn􀊃d􀊃sitnhceey􀊃􀊃 
worked􀊃 well.􀊃 Now􀊃 I􀊃 find􀊃 that􀊃 I􀊃 occasion􀈏lly􀊃 lose􀊃 it􀊃 altogether;􀊃 
rwihnegni􀊃 nag􀊃.c􀊃 all􀊃 comes􀊃 I􀊃 frantically􀊃 hunt􀊃 about􀊃 try􀈴ng􀊃 to􀊃 locate􀊃 the􀊃 
Communications!􀊃 There􀊃 is􀊃 always􀊃 something􀊃 isn't􀊃 there.􀊃 
Our􀊃 communication􀊃 with􀊃 God􀊃 is􀊃 often􀊃 equally􀊃 difficult.􀊃 We􀊃 would􀊃 
ablult,􀊃􀊃iIt􀊃􀊃 soufstpeenc􀊃tb,e􀊃caogmreese􀊃􀊃mtahragti􀊃nparlaiyseerd􀊃􀊃iisn􀊃􀊃iomupro􀊃rltiavnets􀊃.a􀊃nWde􀊃 􀊃hbilgahmley􀊃􀊃 adells􀊃irsaobrltes􀊃􀊃 
of􀊃 things􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 failure􀊃􀉿•􀊀􀊃ourselves;􀊃 the􀊃 time􀊃 of􀊃 day;􀊃 the􀊃 
surroundings􀉾􀊃 our􀊃 state􀊃 of􀊃 mind􀊃 at􀊃 the􀊃 moment􀊃 which􀊃 makes􀊃 it􀊃 
ionfatepnp􀊃ropriat;􀊃 and􀊃 difficult􀊃 and􀊃 so􀊃 on.􀊃 The􀊃 result􀊃 is􀊃 that􀊃 too􀊃 'phone􀊃wie􀊃t􀊃juwsats􀊃􀊃 egiavsey􀊃,􀊃upI􀊃􀊃 arnedt􀊃urwnreidt􀊃e􀊃iti􀊃t􀊃too􀊃fft􀊃hea􀊃s􀊃mainmupfoascstiubrleer.􀊃􀊃 Wanidt􀊃h􀊃tthheey􀊃􀊃 
replaced􀊃 it􀊃 with􀊃 a􀊃 new􀊃 instrument􀊃 that􀊃 worked.􀊃 We􀊃 can't􀊃 quite􀊃 do􀊃 
that􀊃 with􀊃 our􀊃 prayer􀊃 life􀊃 but􀊃 we􀊃 can􀊃 ask􀊃 God􀊃 to􀊃 renew􀊃 us􀊃 and􀊃 help􀊃 
us􀊃 to􀊃 do􀊃 the􀊃 things􀊃 we􀊃 find􀊃 diffi􀈖ult.􀊃 
"ThLoe􀊃rDdi,􀊃stceiaplcehs􀊃 􀊃ufso􀊃 utnod􀊃 􀊃priaty􀊃 "d•i•f•f􀊁i􀊃cualntd􀊃􀊃 tCohor􀊃iasntd􀊃 􀊃gaasvkee􀊃 dt hJeems􀊃 utsh􀊃e􀊃 model􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 
Lord's􀊃 Prayer.􀊃 This􀊃 teaches􀊃 us􀊃 a􀊃 number􀊃 of􀊃 things,􀊃 the􀊃 first􀊃 being􀊃 
that􀊃 we􀊃 need􀊃 to􀊃 change􀊃 our􀊃 priorities.􀊃 God􀊃 comes􀊃 first􀊃 and􀊃 only􀊃 
after􀊃 that􀊃 can􀊃 we􀊃 begin􀊃 to􀊃 think􀊃 about􀊃 our􀊃 personal􀊃 needs.􀊃 
This􀊃 is􀊃 holiday􀊃 time􀊃 when􀊃 many􀊃 of􀊃 us􀊃 will􀊃 be􀊃 going􀊃 away􀊃 to􀊃 find􀊃 
physical􀊃 renewal􀊃 and􀊃 refreshment.􀊃 Perhaps􀊃 it􀊃 can􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 time,􀊃 too,􀊃 to􀊃 
refresh􀊃 our􀊃 spiritual􀊃 lives.􀊃 A􀊃 time􀊃 to􀊃 think􀊃 through􀊃 our􀊃 own􀊃 
priorities;􀊃 to􀊃 begin􀊃 to􀊃 put􀊃 God􀊃 first􀊃 and􀊃 ourselves􀊃 last,􀊃 and􀊃 
through􀊃 God's􀊃 Holy􀊃 Spirit􀊃 to􀊃 open􀊃 our􀊃 lines􀊃 of􀊃 communication􀊃 with􀊃 
Him􀊃 again;􀊃 remembering,􀊃 of􀊃 course,􀊃 that􀊃 we􀊃 need􀊃 to􀊃 listen􀊃 as􀊃 well􀊃 
as􀊃 speak.􀊃 Who􀊃 knows􀊃 where􀊃 this􀊃 may􀊃 lead􀊃 us.􀊃 
"MPortaheyer􀊃r􀊃Tehnelreasrag􀊃ehsa􀊃 st􀊃hsea􀊃ihde•􀊃a•r􀊃t􀊃 until􀊃 it􀊃 is􀊃 capable􀊃 of􀊃 containing􀊃 God's􀊃 
gift􀊃 of􀊃 himself".􀊃 
Have􀊃 a􀊃 lovely􀊃 holiday􀊃 at􀊃 home􀊃 or􀊃 away􀊃 and􀊃 forget􀊃 the􀊃 telephone!.􀊃 
Colin.􀊃 
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Eton College Rowing Trench 
PUBLIC INQUIRY 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL wishes to acknowledge assistance and 
encouragement given befoYe, and at, the Public Inquiry by the 
Chairmen t( members of DROPET; Officers of South Bucks 
DISTRICT and Bucks COUNTY Councils, and their tl.C. William 
Glover; and by the appointed consultants to the Parish 
Council, Andrew Hinds & Nick Jackson of EKINS PROFESSIONAL, 
of Burnham. 
The Council is grateful for the written evidence of support 
submitted by adjoining Parish Councils Bray, Taplow, Burnham & 
Datchet, together with most other Parishes in South Bucks 
District and some in E Berks. Also from the Open Spaces 
Society, The Thames Planning & Amenities Forum and The S.Bucks 
Association of Local Councils. (The College can claim local 
support only from Eton Town Council!). 
Our thanks to those giving oral evidence, who included: 
On behalf of Dropet: Peter Bowman 
On behalf of Dorney Parish Council:) Cllr. Ken 
Nick Jackson (environment), Mike Palmer (roads and 
CllY Audrey Wooller (footpaths). 
Residents and others: 
Richmond, 
Traffic), 
Messrs. Perrjiman, Tucker, Sakal, Martin, Robeson, Tuddenham, 
Barker, Spencer, Randle, Tyler, Huggett, Stark, 
Baker. A. Forsythe (Taplow P.C), Dr. Fladee 
Mr. Robeson (for Sainsburys) . 
Mesdames Paton, Easton, Armstrong, Hellmuth, Henley-King, 
Livesey, Page, B. Spencer. 
Cl 1 rs. 
Miss Ashbrook (Open Spaces Soc.), Miss Jeffcoate. 
J. Richmond, V. Cummings 
The Council also acknowledges, with thanks: 
*The work of its Inquiry steering-committee- 
Liz Millward, Audrey Wooller, Ken Richmond. 
*Inquiry pYogyamme co-ordination, & refreshments hosted by- 
Joy Richmond. Cwi th co-operation of EBC staff). 
*Fussbuss organisers (for DPC)- Liz Millward, Joy Richmond * Our suppliers of printing, leaflet distribution, tYansport. 
The Council sincerely apologises to anyone who should be on 
this list, but isn't 
Last, but not least, Dorney Parish Council greatly appr■ciat•& 
the support received from the considerable number of resident& 
and others who attended at Langley and showed their support 
during the course of the Inquiry, many on a dail
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May your vigil prove effective ! irifie1􀈪􀈫1n11r""l􀈬Q1 
WE COULD NOT HAVE DONE OUR BEST WITHOUT YOUR HELP Dor􀈭􀈮t􀈯􀈰􀈱 
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Canon􀊃 Keit􀈩􀊃 􀈘e􀊃 Berry.􀊃 
We􀊃 were􀊃 all􀊃 very􀊃 sad􀊃 to􀊃 hear􀊃 a􀊃 few􀊃 days􀊃 ago􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 death􀊃 of􀊃 Canon􀊃 
de􀊃 Berry􀊃 who􀊃 led􀊃 our􀊃 Mission􀊃 at􀊃 the􀊃 end􀊃 of􀊃 Lent􀊃 this􀊃 year.􀊃 
Canon􀊃 de􀊃 Berry􀊃 was􀊃 85􀊃 years􀊃 young􀈾􀊃 He􀊃 was􀊃 Rector􀊃 of􀊃 St􀊃 Aldates,􀊃 
Oxford􀊃 from􀊃 1952􀊃 to􀊃 1974.􀊃 In􀊃 his􀊃 obituary􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 Daily􀊃 Telegraph􀊃 it􀊃 
wsaaisd􀊃􀊃retchaaltl􀊃 ehde􀊃􀊃twhaast􀊃􀊃 nwohte􀊃n􀊃sot􀊃hem􀊃utcihm􀊃 er􀊃ectaimrei􀊃nfgo􀊃r􀊃􀈐hs􀊃im'􀊃Rteo-􀊃Tlyeraivneg􀊃 'S.t􀊃􀊃SAilndcaet􀊃etsh􀊃 heen􀊃􀊃 
he􀊃 has􀊃 been􀊃 actively􀊃 engaged􀊃 in􀊃 Christian􀊃 work􀊃 including􀊃 the􀊃 
leading􀊃 of􀊃 many􀊃 Missions􀊃 all􀊃 over􀊃 the􀊃 world.􀊃 T􀈪e􀊃 Mission􀊃 here􀊃 in􀊃 
April􀊃 was􀊃 the􀊃 last􀊃 one!􀊃 
We􀊃 are􀊃 very􀊃 grateful􀊃 to􀊃 Canon􀊃 Keith􀊃 for􀊃 his􀊃 ministry􀊃 to􀊃 us􀊃 and􀊃 the􀊃 
Weex􀊃ample􀊃 he􀊃 gave􀊃 to􀊃 us􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 joy􀊃 and􀊃 power􀊃 of􀊃 t􀈫e􀊃 love􀊃 of􀊃 Christ.􀊃 withg􀊃iuves􀊃.􀊃tLheatn􀊃kuss􀊃 􀊃tpor􀊃 aGyo􀊃dt􀊃 hfaotr􀊃􀊃whei􀊃sc􀊃alni􀊃fbeu􀊃ialndd􀊃􀊃uaploln􀊃􀊃hteh􀊃iasn􀊃da􀊃ntdh􀊃 et􀊃hTaeta􀊃 hm􀊃issh􀊃 alraesdt􀊃􀊃 
Mission􀊃 will􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 fruitful􀊃 ending􀊃 to􀊃 a􀊃 lifetime􀊃 of􀊃 committed􀊃 
Christian􀊃 love􀊃 and􀊃 service.􀊃 
Our􀊃 hearts􀊃 go􀊃 out􀊃 to􀊃 Betty􀊃 and􀊃 the􀊃 family􀊃 and􀊃 we􀊃 offer􀊃 them􀊃 our􀊃 
deepest􀊃 sympathy􀊃 and􀊃 our􀊃 prayers.􀊃 
Colin.􀊃 
DORNEY COUNTRY FAYRE 
On􀊃 behalf􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 Church􀊃 I􀊃 would􀊃 like􀊃 to􀊃 say􀊃 a􀊃 very􀊃 big􀊃 'Thank􀊃 you'􀊃 
to􀊃 Peregrine􀊃 and􀊃 Jill􀊃 Palmer􀊃 for􀊃 allowing􀊃 Dorney􀊃 Court􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 used􀊃 
for􀊃 this􀊃 very􀊃 happy􀊃 occasion.􀊃 
Our􀊃 very􀊃special􀊃 thanks􀊃 are􀊃 due􀊃 to􀊃 Jill􀊃 and􀊃 her􀊃 organising􀊃 team􀊃 who􀊃 
worked􀊃 very􀊃 hard􀊃 over􀊃 a􀊃 very􀊃 long􀊃 period􀊃 to􀊃 put􀊃 the􀊃 Fayre􀊃 together􀊃 
apendri􀊃 owdh􀊃o􀊃agndav􀊃 eo􀊃nu􀊃 nthset􀊃idntaiyn.􀊃glWy􀊃eo􀊃 fa􀊃ret􀊃healisro􀊃 􀊃tigmrea􀊃taenfdu􀊃le􀊃 nteor􀊃 gy􀊃 baoltlh􀊃 w􀊃 hdou􀊃rcinagm􀊃e􀊃tahnids􀊃􀊃 
supported􀊃 us,􀊃 both􀊃 helpers􀊃 and􀊃 visitors.􀊃 
It􀊃 was􀊃 a􀊃 marvellous􀊃 effort􀊃 and􀊃 went􀊃 very􀊃 well,􀊃 in􀊃 spite􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 
rain,􀊃 and􀊃 was􀊃 a􀊃 great􀊃 success.􀊃 
FIl􀊃 ow􀉶ouerld􀊃 a􀊃 arlrasnog􀊃 ilnigk􀊃e􀊃Ctloa􀊃ssr􀊃eocfor􀊃 dth􀊃 eo􀊃uEr􀊃atshta􀊃 Bneksr􀊃kts􀊃oC􀊃 tohllee􀊃 gCei􀊃tfyo􀊃 ra􀊃ndt􀊃hGeu􀊃 ilds􀊃 
spectacular􀊃 flower􀊃 arrangements􀊃 which􀊃 they􀊃 prepared􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 church.􀊃 
The􀊃 church􀊃 looked􀊃 very􀊃 beautiful􀊃 and􀊃 was􀊃 a􀊃 great􀊃 credit􀊃 to􀊃 their􀊃 
expertise.􀊃 
The􀊃 money􀊃 raised􀊃 over􀊃 the􀊃 weekend􀊃 provided􀊃 a􀊃 very􀊃 welcome􀊃 boost􀊃 to􀊃 
the􀊃 Church􀊃 accounts.􀊃 The􀊃 􀉢uinquennial􀊃 inspection􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 Church􀊃 is􀊃 
due􀊃 this􀊃 year􀊃 when􀊃 the􀊃 Diocesan􀊃 Architect􀊃 inspects􀊃 the􀊃 building􀊃 and􀊃 
initiates􀊃 essential􀊃 maintenance􀊃 and􀊃 repairs.􀊃 These,􀊃 in􀊃 an􀊃 ancient􀊃 
ebsusiledntiniga􀊃ll􀊃 iikf􀊃eo􀊃 Sutr􀊃􀊃 Jvaemreys􀊃 b,􀊃eaaruet􀊃ifuusula􀊃 llliyt􀊃tvlee􀊃rcyh􀊃 uerxcphe􀊃nsiisv􀊃 et􀊃ob􀊃 ubet􀊃􀊃 aprree􀊃served􀊃 
for􀊃 posterity.􀊃 
Our􀊃 very􀊃 sincere􀊃 thanks􀊃 to􀊃 you􀊃 all.􀊃 
Colin.􀊃 
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NOTICE OF PROPOSED MODIFICATIONS TO 
PROPOSALS FOR A STATUTORY PLAN OR FOR THE 
ALTERATION OR REPLACEMENT OF A STATUTORY PLAN 
Town And Country Planning Act 1990 
Notice of Proposed Modifications to Proposals 
for the Replacement of a Minerals Local Plan 
Buckinghamshire Replacement Minerals Local Plan 
Buckinghamshire County Council propose to modify these plan proposals 
A list of the proposed modifications (other than modifications which the authority are satisfied will 
not materially affect the content of the plan proposals) with the authority's reasons for proposing 
them are available for inspection at: 
The Planning and Transportation Department, County Hall, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 1 UX; 
Civic Offices, 1 Saxon Gate East, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 3EJ; 
Aylesbury Vale District Council, Fowler Road, Aylesbury, Bucks HP21 BQX; 
Councii Offices, King George V Road, Amersham, Bucks HP6 5AW; 
Wycombe District Council, Queen Victoria Road, High Wycombe, Bucks HP11 1 BB; 
Council Offices, Windsor Road, Slough, SL 1 2HN 
on Mondays to Fridays 9.00 a.m. till 4.30 p.m. 
Copies of the plan proposals, the report of the person who held the local inquiry and the authority's 
statement of reasons and decisions in the light of the report are similarly available for inspection. 
The authority do not intend to accept all of the recommendations in the report. A list of the 
recommendations which the authority do not Intend to accept is available for Inspection with the 
above documents. 
Objections to, and representations in respect of, the proposed modifications and to the Intention 
not to modify the plan proposals in accordance with certain of the recommendations in the report 
should be sent in writing to The Assistant Director (Head of Planning) Planning and Transponation 
Department, County Hall, Aylesbury, Bucks HP20 1 UX before 5 August 1 993. Objections and 
representations should specify the matters to which they relate and the grounds on which they are 
made, and may be accompanied by a request to be notified at a specified address of the 
withdrawal, adoption, approval or rejection of the plan proposals. 
Notice of Intention to Adopt Proposals 
If no objections are received during the period given for making objections, Buckinghamshire 
County Council intend to adopt the proposals on the expiry of that period. 
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I CROOKALL 
County Secretary and Solicitor 
County Hall 
Aylesbury 
Bucks HP20 1 UA 

A􀊃 CHANCE􀊃 TO􀊃 EMPTY􀊃 OUT􀊃 YOUR􀊃 STORE􀊃 CUPBOARD !􀊃....􀊃 
AND ALL IN􀊃 A GOOD􀊃 CAUSE􀊃 
You􀊃 may􀊃 be􀊃 aware􀊃 of􀊃 'THE􀊃 ARK',􀊃 the􀊃 children's􀊃 holiday􀊃 activity􀊃 
being􀊃 organised􀊃 by􀊃 the􀊃 Riverside􀊃 Team􀊃 Ecumenical􀊃 Group􀊃 i􀊂􀊃 August.􀊃 
Please􀊃 make􀊃 a􀊃 contribution􀊃 to􀊃 this􀊃 children's􀊃 outreach􀊃 acti vi􀉭y.􀊃 
If􀊃 you􀊃 have􀊃 any􀊃 'Flotsam􀊃 and􀊃 Jetsam'􀊃 around􀊃 your􀊃 home􀊃 which􀊃 
imaginative􀊃 youngsters􀊃 can􀊃 turn􀊃 into􀊃 works􀊃 o􀈤􀊃 art􀊃 such􀊃 as􀊃 Yoghurt􀊃 pots;􀊃
Cardboard􀊃 rolls􀊃 (kitchen􀊃 NOT􀊃 loo􀊃 plea se) ;􀊃 
Newspapers;􀊃
Scraps􀊃 of􀊃 materia l,􀊃 Polystyrene􀊃 boxes;􀊃 Old􀊃 shirts􀊃 􀉮o􀊃 p􀉥􀉗tect􀊃 
youngster's􀊃 clothes􀊃 􀈥rom􀊃 t􀈮eir􀊃 creative􀊃 urges􀊃 etc.􀊃 
Then􀊃 please􀊃 bring􀊃 them􀊃 along􀊃 to􀊃 St􀊃 James􀊃 Church ,􀊃 Dor􀉒ey􀊃 􀈑nd􀊃 leave􀊃 
in􀊃 the􀊃 receptacle􀊃 provided.􀊃 
EVEN HORE IMPORTANTLY - if you􀊃 can􀊃 donate􀊃 just􀊃 an􀊃 hour􀊃 or􀊃 so􀊃 􀉘f􀊃 your time during .the three day outreach (4th - 6th Augus t), then 
please􀊃 contact􀊃 one􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 telephone􀊃 numbers􀊃 given􀊃 below.􀊃 
The􀊃 organising􀊃 team􀊃 hope􀊃 to􀊃 attract􀊃 up􀊃 to􀊃 250􀊃 c􀈯ildren􀊃 up􀊃 to􀊃 11􀊃 years􀊃 old􀊃 - but􀊃 that􀊃 is􀊃 dependant􀊃 on􀊃 having􀊃 su ff􀈶cient􀊃 helpers􀊃 available.􀊃
GO􀊃 ON􀊃•••••􀊃HAVE􀊃 A􀊃 GO􀊃.••􀊃YOU'LL􀊃 ENJOY􀊃 YOURSELF !!!􀊃 
To􀊃 find􀊃 out􀊃 more􀊃 please􀊃 contact􀊃 
Mrs􀊃 Anne􀊃 Mason􀊃 (0753)􀊃 
Richar􀈚􀊃 Hancock. (0628)􀊃-6- 
543883.􀊃605083. 
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To DROPET 
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for 
the effort and support they have provided in opposing the 
Eton Rowing Trench over the past two and a half years. 
As a pressure group DROPET had a set of objectives :!. 
To communicate information about the Trench to Dorney 
residents and adjoining neighbours. 
2. To provide a strategy based on the consensus of local 
opinion to oppose the Trench. 
3. To make the local authorities, County, District and Parish, 
aware of the strength of local oppos ition, lobby for those 
bodies to op pose the Trench and support them in such 
opposition. 
4. To undertake a public relations campaign through the local, 
regional and national media, which would demonstrate 
r􀂏sid􀂏nt s' oppos ition tc the Trench and cn􀂐􀂑rc national 
decision makers were aware of the opposition. 
5. To ensure the Inspector at the Inquiry was aware that the 
strength of local opposition was so strong that we were 
prepared not only to give evidence but to be professionally 
represented. 
6. To raise funding to support our opposition to the Trench. 
You can all feel proud that all these objectives were me t. 
Indeed they exceeded our expectations . Communication was 
excellent through Jan Bowman and her 'foot soldiers ' who 
delivered and bill posted the words of our scribes throughout the 
campaign . The excellent public relations campaign, driven by 
Steve Jones, peaked on the run up to the Inquiry with coverage in 
the press, radio and television at all levels. 
I am very aware of the expenses that were personally 
incurred in telephone calls, photocopying , printing, tapes, 
petrol costs and time off work in support of DROPET during the 
campaign and at the Inquiry. Thank You . 
Our thanks must also go to Peter Bowman who unde rtook the 
task that no one wanted, that of being the voice of DROPET at the 
Inquiry . Being first into bat he gave an excellent account of 
himself in the face of some savage bowling from Eton 's Mr. Taylor 
QC. This was perhaps a reflection of how effective Eton 
considered DROPET 's work as a pressure group . 
As we wait for the outcome of the Inquiry you, as a 
resident, can be satisfied that you played your part in opposing 
the Trench and that for the past two and a half years active 
democracy has been at work in Dorney . Well done . 
Yo urs, 
Ces Shaw. 
Co-Chairperson. DROPET . 
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Saturday 10th. July 
Saturday 24th July 
Saturday 11th September 
Saturday 25th September 
Friday 22nd October 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W.I. 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.c.c. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60 1 s CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
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Dorney School PTA. Auction of 
Promises. Village Hall 7.30 p.m. 
DDHS Barbecue 
DDHS Annual Show 
OOHS Harvest Supper 
OOHS Cheese & Wine 
OOHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i.e. July, September , 
November & January. Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage 12.15-2.30 
Meet at the Vicarage 7-9 p.m. 
Dates: 18/7 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7.30-10 . 30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3.30- 4.30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7.30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7.15-9 p.m. 
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Mrs. Pat Guider 0628 71668 
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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator : - Mike Hoile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
of local break-ins. 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Holle 
who will keep the Council informed. 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
For details please contact Karen Jones 0628 25037 
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DORNEY 
DEVELOPMENTS 
AN INDEPENDENT 
REVUE OF 
LOCAL AFFAIRS 
ROWING TRENCH INQUIRY (by my special correspondents) 
Flimsy 
The Inquiry finished on 22nd June with final submissions by 
Andrew Hinds (for the Parish Council) , Q.Cs William Glover 
(for County & District Councils) & John Taylor (for Eton 
Colleqe) The I nspector will eventually submit his report and 
recom;endations to Secretary of State John Gummer, probably 
sometime before the end of the year. No appeal is allowed 
against the final decision, but reference to the EEC cannot be 
ruled out. Observers at the Inquiry felt that the case 
against the Trench was generally well presented with only one 
or two minor setbacks; whereas Eton evidence was, often, 
somewhat flimsy and regularly and successfully attacked by 
Messrs. Glover & Hinds. The College will, I think, be rather 
disappointed with their overall performance. 
Exhausted 
Parish Council representatives were not extensively 
cross-examined; presumably Mr. Taylor had exhausted his 
energies on the Dropet spokesman 􀈲 Eton had to call upon a 
further expert in an end􀈳avour to sustain their ev idence on 
noise and, later on, Peregrine Palmer admitted, under 
cross-examination that finance was a motivation for his 
support for the scheme. 
Profit 
The College has chosen to maximise its profit at the expense 
of our environment. Disruption and pollution could be reduced 
by using more costly methods; a smaller, adequate course, 
complying with A.R.A. domestic competition standards could 
require only 20􀈴 of the planned excavation and transport. 
Access to the nature reserve and arboretum will be restricted . 
Good support 
Excellent support was received from the fifty or so residents 
who attended many of them on most days. The College admitted 
that l ocal r􀈵presentation was well organised and effective • 
Great Expectations 
It is confident l y expected that the Inspector will recommend 
against the devel opment. Residents are, however , advised to 
keep their fingers crossed. 
WHAT CHARTER 
The County Council has responded to complaints about treefelling 
with letters which could be summarised as "so-what?" 
Officers seem to forget that residents (who pay) now have 
expectations of consultation and information and would do well 
to remember that Buckingamshire will soon be considered for 
Local Government re-organisation. Let us hope that 
recommendations follow the lines of Gloucester and Somerset, 
where each county would be divided into three geographical 
regions; South Bucks and Chiltern Districts might form a new, 
viable, authority, perhaps with the addition of High Wycombe. 
MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION During August, the School playground will be 
antici pation of funds being made available, in 
School Hall and changing rooms. But, don't hold 
ME TOO 
re-made, i n 
1994, for a 
your breath ! 
The Village Hall Management Comittee is 
car park to be upgraded and tarm.a ced . ')- 
arranging for their 
No more wheelies ? 
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A Residential Youth Centre 
1lte Vicarage. Dorney, Windsor, Ba-ks SIA 6QS 
Tel: 0628 662823 
Warden: Colin Morton 
It was a sad day on 3 I st May as we said good-bye to 12 lovely Belarussian children 
who had stayed with us for 4 weeks. There were a lot of tears shed as we took them 
to London Airport and said our final farewells. 
As we look back over the month and remember when they first stepped off the plane 
how quiet and reserved they were. All the children were much healthier than we had 
imagined although they were all suffering some form of radiation poisoning. We 
discovered during the month that at least one child needed 12 teeth filled, and as the 
dentist said, "Where do you start?" 
All the children enjoyed every part of the activities and we are so grateful to all those 
who have supported us during the month. There have been many individuals and 
organisations who have helped us and without them the children would have not been 
given as much as they have. 
We would like to continue the links with the children and have looked into different 
ways in which we can help this particular nation. We have made enquiries and there 
are certain items that are in desperate need. If you would like to continue to help these 
and similar children the following items are requ ired: 
Children's multivitamins (if possible, fortified with minerals, e.g. Sanatogen). 
Children's aspirin (paracetamol etc. also in liquid form) 
Cod liver oil 
Tinned baby food . 
Anti-anaemia tablets (Ferrous sulphate) 
Cleaning material and disinfectants 
Dressing materi als 
Disposable surgical gloves 
and for anybody who is in the trade: 
Disposable syringes (various sizes) 
Disposable insulin syringes 
Catheters 
The above can be delivered most days to the Centre. 
Thank you once again for all your support and we are hoping that there may be 
another opportunity to welcome another group of children to our area. 
Colin & Rosemary Morton 
The Dorney Parlsh•Eton College Project 
The Pwpost of tM Project U to help and edllCtllt ,01U1g people through their leisure-time activilies so lo develop 
their physical, me,ual and spirillllll capaciliu thal they may grow to full maturity as indivi""4/s and membus of 
60CidJ and Iha/ thtir condilioll of life may be Improved. 
Trustees: The Very Revd. The Dean of Windsor (Oainnan); Headmaster of Eton College; MJ.L Armstrong Esq: 
The Ri&ht Revd. The Bishop of Buckingham; The Venerable The Archdeacon of Buckingham; P .P.O. Palmer Esq. 
Reg&.lerrd Charily No. 305994 
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RE .􀊃 NEIGHBOURHOOD􀊃 WATCH􀊃 
IN􀊃 VIEW􀊃 OF􀊃 THE􀊃 􀈆O􀊃 RECENT􀊃 A􀈅ACKS􀊃 ON􀊃 WOMEN􀊃 WHICH􀊃 ARE􀊃 THOUGHT􀊃 TO􀊃 
BE􀊃 LINKED􀊃 (ONE􀊃 IN􀊃 BURNHAM􀊃 THE􀊃 OTHER􀊃 IN􀊃 MAIDENHEAD)􀊃 THE􀊃 POLICE􀊃 
HAVE􀊃 ASKED􀊃 THAT􀊃 PEOPLE􀊃 BE􀊃 VIGILANT􀊃 ESPECIALLY􀊃 IN􀊃 REMOTE􀊃 AREAS.􀊃 
IF􀊃 I􀊃 CAN􀊃 GET􀊃 ENOUGH􀊃 INTEREST,􀊃 THE􀊃 POLICE􀊃 CAN􀊃 ARRANGE􀊃 A􀊃 MEETING􀊃 
FOR􀊃 WOMEN􀊃 ONLY,􀊃 RUN􀊃 BY􀊃 A WOMAN􀊃 POLICE􀊃 OFFICER,􀊃 􀈄􀊃 PROMOTE􀊃 WOMENS '􀊃 
AWAR ENESS .􀊃 (THIS􀊃 IS􀊃 NOT􀊃 A􀊃 SELF􀊃 DEFENCE􀊃 CLASS􀊃 !I)􀊃 I􀊃 AM􀊃 SURE􀊃 THIS􀊃 
WOULD􀊃 BE􀊃 USEFUL􀊃 AND􀊃 I􀊃 WILL􀊃 BE􀊃 PLEASED􀊃 TO􀊃 A􀇿GE􀊃 THE􀊃 MEETING􀊃 AS􀊃 
NOTED .􀊃 
M.􀊃 Hoile􀊃.􀊃 
NATURE􀊃 NOTES􀊃 May/June􀊃 
By􀊃 mid-May􀊃 meadows􀊃 were􀊃 covered􀊃 with􀊃 buttercups,􀊃 daisies􀊃 and􀊃 
marguerites.􀊃 Delicate􀊃 pink􀊃 Dog􀊃 Roses,􀊃 yellow􀊃 Goat's􀊃 Beard,􀊃 white􀊃 
and􀊃 pink􀊃 clover􀊃 and􀊃 Lady's􀊃 Slipper􀊃 had􀊃 come􀊃 into􀊃 blo􀉛.􀊃 
Chestnut􀊃 candles􀊃 and􀊃 Hawthorn􀊃 blossom􀊃 were􀊃 beginning􀊃 to􀊃 fade􀊃 but􀊃 
masses􀊃 of􀊃 creamy􀊃 elder􀊃 followed,􀊃 so􀊃 there􀊃 should􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 good􀊃 crop􀊃 of􀊃 berries􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 autumn.􀊃 
One􀊃 evening􀊃 my􀊃 husband􀊃 was􀊃 puzzled􀊃 by􀊃 a􀊃 tapping􀊃 on􀊃 an􀊃 upstairs􀊃 window.􀊃 On􀊃 investigation􀊃 it􀊃 proved􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 bat􀊃 attracted􀊃 by􀊃 the􀊃 
light.􀊃 The􀊃 Pipistrelle􀊃 bat􀊃 is􀊃 the􀊃 most􀊃 common􀊃 in􀊃 our􀊃 area.􀊃 Bats􀊃 
are􀊃 a􀊃 protected􀊃 species􀊃 but􀊃 it􀊃 is􀊃 unpleasant􀊃 if􀊃 they􀊃 choose􀊃 to􀊃 
live􀊃 in􀊃 your􀊃 loft .􀊃 
The􀊃 foliage􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 chestnut􀊃 trees􀊃 hides􀊃 most􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 nests􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 
M4􀊃 rookery􀊃 but􀊃 the􀊃 two􀊃 nests􀊃 built􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 willow􀊃 are􀊃 visible.􀊃 As􀊃 
the􀊃 rooks􀊃 have􀊃 􀉓ot􀊃 used􀊃 this􀊃 tree􀊃 previously􀊃 it􀊃 must􀊃 have􀊃 grown􀊃 
tall􀊃 enough􀊃 for􀊃 their􀊃 liking.􀊃 Should􀊃 the􀊃 nests􀊃 survive􀊃 next􀊃 
winter􀊃 it􀊃 will􀊃 be􀊃 proof􀊃 that􀊃 this􀊃 is􀊃 a􀊃 good􀊃 nesting􀊃 site.􀊃 Some􀊃 
years􀊃 ago􀊃 when􀊃 the􀊃 rookery􀊃 was􀊃 overcr􀉜ded􀊃 a􀊃 nest􀊃 was􀊃 built􀊃 in􀊃 a􀊃 
much􀊃 smaller􀊃 willow􀊃 but􀊃 the􀊃 tree􀊃 was􀊃 not􀊃 strong􀊃 enough􀊃 to􀊃 keep􀊃 it􀊃 
intact􀊃 and􀊃 the􀊃 unlucky􀊃 rooks􀊃 had􀊃 to􀊃 build􀊃 elsewhere.􀊃 
By􀊃 June,􀊃 scarlet􀊃 poppies,􀊃 white􀊃 Bryony,􀊃 blue􀊃 Meadow􀊃 Cranesbill,􀊃 
pink􀊃 Mallow􀊃 and􀊃 yellow􀊃 Toadflax􀊃 were􀊃 in􀊃 bloom.􀊃 There􀊃 was􀊃 also􀊃 
some􀊃 flax􀊃 plants􀊃 along􀊃 the􀊃 M4􀊃 footpath􀊃 but􀊃 they􀊃 would􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 garden􀊃 
escape􀊃 and􀊃 the􀊃 seed􀊃 spread􀊃 by􀊃 birds.􀊃 The􀊃 delicate􀊃 bright􀊃 blue􀊃 
flower􀊃 is􀊃 attractive.􀊃 Hemlock,􀊃 which􀊃 is􀊃 plentiful􀊃 this􀊃 year,􀊃 has􀊃 
reached􀊃 a􀊃 height􀊃 of􀊃 ten􀊃 feet􀊃 in􀊃 many􀊃 places,􀊃 probably􀊃 recent􀊃 rain􀊃 
helped .􀊃 Al􀉁􀊃 these􀊃 flowers􀊃 make􀊃 meadows,􀊃 hedgerows􀊃 a􀉔d􀊃 verges􀊃 
colourful.􀊃
I􀊃 have􀊃 seen􀊃 Swifts􀊃 circling􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 sky􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 first􀊃 time􀊃 this􀊃 
s􀉸er.􀊃 While􀊃 at􀊃 the􀊃 Country􀊃 Fayre􀊃 at􀊃 Dorney􀊃 Court􀊃 I􀊃 heard􀊃 a􀊃 
great􀊃 chattering􀊃 of􀊃 Jackdaws.􀊃 They􀊃 were􀊃 flying􀊃 in􀊃 and􀊃 out􀊃 of􀊃 a􀊃 
hole􀊃 high􀊃 on􀊃 a􀊃 dead􀊃 tree􀊃 where􀊃 it􀊃 seemed􀊃 they􀊃 had􀊃 a􀊃 nest.􀊃 
Lois􀊃 Parker.􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Slater􀊃 - deceased􀊃 
The􀊃 sum􀊃 of􀊃 £24􀊃 was􀊃 collected􀊃 towards􀊃 the􀊃 floral􀊃 tribute􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 
late􀊃 Mrs.􀊃 Slater.􀊃 I􀊃 wish􀊃 to􀊃 thank􀊃 all􀊃 her􀊃 friends􀊃 and􀊃 neighbours􀊃 for􀊃 their􀊃 kind􀊃 donations .􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Oxlade.􀊃 
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DORNEY􀊃 SCHOOL􀊃 PTA􀊃 
SUMMER􀊃 SUPPER􀊃 and􀊃 AUCTION􀊃 OF􀊃 PROMISES􀊃 
Dorney􀊃 􀈉illage􀊃 Hall􀊃 
Saturday􀊃 10th.􀊃 July􀊃 at􀊃 7.30􀊃 p.m.􀊃 
Tickets􀊃 £7 .50􀊃 
tDhoerniery􀊃 􀊃fPiarsrti􀊃sAhu􀊃 Ncteiwos􀊃nr􀊃 eoaf􀊃dPerrosm􀊃 airsee􀊃si,􀊃nviint􀊃 etdw􀊃ot􀊃 ow􀊃ajyosi.􀊃n􀊃 the􀊃 school􀊃 PTA􀊃 at􀊃 
1 . By􀊃pledging􀊃 an􀊃 item􀊃 or􀊃service􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 auctioned􀊃 on􀊃 the􀊃 
evening.􀊃 
and/or􀊃 
2.􀊃 By􀊃 buying􀊃 tickets􀊃 and􀊃 joining􀊃 in􀊃 for􀊃 a􀊃 great􀊃 social􀊃 evening􀊃 
and􀊃 bidding􀊃 for􀊃 some􀊃 great􀊃 promises.􀊃 
So􀊃 far􀊃 we've􀊃 got:- Dinners􀊃 􀉽including􀊃 a􀊃 cordon􀊃 bleu􀊃 dinner􀊃 
for􀊃 four,􀊃 in􀊃 your􀊃 home),􀊃 Weekends􀊃 Away,􀊃 A􀊃 Ticket􀊃 and􀊃 Flight􀊃 
to􀊃 Edinburg􀈬􀊃 to􀊃 watch􀊃 t􀈭e􀊃 All􀊃 Blac􀈹s,􀊃 A􀊃 Day's􀊃 Har􀈙􀊃 La􀈓Our􀊃 
in􀊃 the􀊃 Garden,􀊃 etc.􀊃 etc.􀊃 etc.􀊃 
For􀊃 d􀈡tails􀊃 on􀊃 how􀊃 to􀊃 make􀊃 your􀊃 promise􀊃 and􀊃 on􀊃 securing􀊃 tickets􀊃 
contact􀊃 Peter􀊃 Bo􀉷an􀊃 on􀊃 0628􀊃 23228􀊃 or􀊃 Richard􀊃 Hodgson􀊃 on􀊃 0628􀊃 
662599􀊃 or􀊃 the􀊃 school􀊃 office􀊃 on􀊃 0628􀊃 20871.􀊃 Many􀊃 Thanks .􀊃 
DORNEY􀊃WOMEN'S􀊃 INSTITUTE􀊃 
For􀊃 some􀊃 unaccountable􀊃 reason,􀊃 attendance􀊃 dropped􀊃 considerably􀊃 
this􀊃 month,􀊃 maybe􀊃 advantage􀊃 being􀊃 taken􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 spell􀊃 of􀊃 lovely􀊃 
s􀉹er􀊃 weather,􀊃 however,􀊃 those􀊃 attending􀊃 were􀊃 able􀊃 to􀊃 have􀊃 extra􀊃 
helpings􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 delicious􀊃 tea􀊃 provided􀊃 by􀊃 this􀊃 month's􀊃 Tea􀊃 
Hostesses.􀊃 
Aaprrparnegceimaetnitons􀊃􀊃 mwaasd􀊃ee􀊃 xfoprr􀊃etshsee􀊃do􀊃 futoir􀊃ngM􀊃rts.o􀊃􀊃 PCroartnsem' sou􀊃ethx􀊃cienl􀊃lMeanty􀊃􀊃 to􀊃 visit􀊃 
the􀊃 Mary􀊃 Rose.􀊃 This􀊃 had􀊃 proved􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 most􀊃 enjoyable􀊃 outing,􀊃 
and,􀊃 although􀊃 Mrs.􀊃 Crane􀊃 was􀊃 not􀊃 present􀊃 at􀊃 this􀊃 meeting,􀊃 thanks􀊃 
were􀊃 expressed􀊃 for􀊃 all􀊃 the􀊃 hard􀊃 work􀊃 required􀊃 in􀊃 organising􀊃 these􀊃 
Fevineanlt􀊃sa.􀊃rrangements􀊃 were􀊃 advised􀊃 for􀊃 our􀊃 participation􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 
Country􀊃 Fayre􀊃 on􀊃 June􀊃 12th.,􀊃 which,􀊃 it􀊃 is􀊃 anticipated,􀊃 will􀊃 be􀊃 a􀊃 
real􀊃 F􀈇n􀊃 Day.􀊃 
Advice􀊃 was􀊃 given􀊃 for􀊃 attendance􀊃 at􀊃 the􀊃 Festival􀊃 of􀊃 Feasts􀊃 and􀊃 
Flowers􀊃 at􀊃 Haddenham􀊃 on􀊃 August􀊃 6th.􀊃 Taplow􀊃 WI􀊃 are􀊃 arranging􀊃 to􀊃 
provide􀊃 a􀊃 coach􀊃 and􀊃 members􀊃 wishing􀊃 to􀊃 􀈔􀊃 included􀊃 should􀊃 advise􀊃 
Taplow􀊃 WI.􀊃 
The􀊃 Monthly􀊃 News􀊃 Letter􀊃 included􀊃 an􀊃 item􀊃 concerning􀊃 National􀊃 
Trust􀊃 Properties '􀊃 facilities􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 disabled,􀊃 which􀊃 stated􀊃 that􀊃 
Stair􀊃 Climbers􀊃 are􀊃 available􀊃 at􀊃 Osterley􀊃 Park􀊃 in􀊃 London􀊃 and􀊃 
Basildon􀊃 Park􀊃 in􀊃 Berkshire.􀊃 Four􀊃 wheel􀊃 self-drive􀊃 buggies􀊃 provide􀊃 
access􀊃 at􀊃 Cliveden􀊃 and􀊃 a􀊃 double􀊃 seater􀊃 has􀊃 been􀊃 added􀊃 to􀊃 those􀊃 at􀊃 
Stowe.􀊃 
It􀊃 was􀊃 decided􀊃 to􀊃 hold􀊃 a􀊃 Coffee􀊃 Morning􀊃 in􀊃 August􀊃 in􀊃 aid􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 
Thames􀊃 Valley􀊃 Hospice,􀊃 the􀊃 date􀊃 and􀊃 venue􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 decided􀊃 at􀊃 the􀊃 
JMrusly.􀊃􀊃 mCreaetnien􀊃 hga.􀊃s􀊃 very􀊃 kindly􀊃 offered􀊃 to􀊃 have􀊃 the􀊃 July􀊃 meeting􀊃 in􀊃 
her􀊃 garden,􀊃 should􀊃 the􀊃 weather􀊃 be􀊃 favourable􀊃 to􀊃 us􀊃 on􀊃 this􀊃 
occasion,􀊃 if􀊃 not,􀊃 we􀊃 shall􀊃 have􀊃 to􀊃 resort􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 Village􀊃 Hall.􀊃 
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• 
THE􀊃 PARISH􀊃 P􀈈􀊃 
Notes􀊃 on􀊃 a􀊃 meeting􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 Parish􀊃 Council􀊃 
held􀊃 in􀊃 June􀊃 1993. j 1.􀊃 Highway􀊃 Trees.􀊃 Correspondence􀊃 with􀊃 the􀊃 Bucks􀊃 County􀊃 Council􀊃 
has􀊃 produced􀊃 the􀊃 information􀊃 that􀊃 their􀊃 Chief􀊃 Forestry􀊃 Officer􀊃 
takes􀊃 responsibility􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 lopping􀊃 and􀊃 felling􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 Harcourt􀊃 
dRoaandge􀊃 tr􀊃rteeos􀊃 h.􀊃iWghe􀊃wlaeya􀊃 runs􀊃etrhs,a􀊃ta􀊃 nfdiv􀊃 eo􀊃tthreerse􀊃sw􀊃 ewerree􀊃 c􀊃 uint􀊃􀊃 pboaocrk􀊃􀊃 htoe􀊃al'tphr􀊃eavniodu􀊃 as􀊃􀊃 
pol􀈿ard􀊃 points'.􀊃 The􀊃 proximity􀊃 of􀊃 overhead􀊃 services􀊃 precludes􀊃 
replacing􀊃 trees,􀊃 though􀊃 the􀊃 Parish􀊃 Council􀊃 would􀊃 like􀊃 to􀊃 see􀊃 
smaller􀊃 ones􀊃 substituted􀊃 to􀊃 counter􀊃 this􀊃 point.􀊃 We􀊃 would􀊃 also􀊃 
like􀊃 to􀊃 know􀊃 if􀊃 we􀊃 are􀊃 to􀊃 expect􀊃 further􀊃 work􀊃 on􀊃 other􀊃 Harcourt􀊃 
cRoonafdr􀊃 otnrteaest.i􀊃oTnh􀊃 wei􀊃 tchon􀊃 tourra􀊃cDtiosrtsr􀊃 i(cwhto􀊃􀊃Coeungnacgieldl􀊃oirn)􀊃􀊃 caa􀊃 vnenrotb􀊃aslp􀊃 ecify􀊃 
precise􀊃 dates,􀊃 we􀊃 hear.􀊃 Altogether􀊃 a􀊃 somewhat􀊃 unsatisfactory􀊃 
e􀉝isode.􀊃 
2.􀊃 Highway􀊃 Matters.􀊃 How􀊃 pleasant􀊃 to􀊃 see􀊃 new􀊃 signs􀊃 on􀊃 the􀊃 approach􀊃 
to􀊃 Dorney􀊃 and􀊃 Dorney􀊃 Reach!􀊃 
3.􀊃 Best􀊃 Kept􀊃 Village􀊃 Com􀉟tition.􀊃 􀉖verall,􀊃 the􀊃 appearance􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 
Parish􀊃 is􀊃 qu􀈵te􀊃 go􀉚,􀊃 though􀊃 there􀊃 are􀊃 some􀊃 grey􀊃 areas.􀊃 􀈃he􀊃 
Parish􀊃 Council􀊃 has􀊃 allocated􀊃 a􀊃 sum􀊃 to􀊃 carry􀊃 out􀊃 repairs􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 
two􀊃 bus􀊃 shelters,􀊃 and􀊃 replace􀊃 the􀊃 gate􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 Me􀉌rial􀊃 Garden􀊃 - 
quotes􀊃 to􀊃 be􀊃 obtained.􀊃 It􀊃 was􀊃 noted,􀊃 sadly,􀊃 that􀊃 only􀊃 seven􀊃 noble􀊃 
souls􀊃 turned􀊃 up􀊃 for􀊃 the􀊃 Litter􀊃 Blit􀉼.􀊃 --- 
4.􀊃 Corres􀉠ndence.􀊃 The􀊃 creation􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 'Thames􀊃 Long􀊃 Distance􀊃 
Path'􀊃 􀉀s􀊃 drawing􀊃 nearer􀊃 and􀊃 will􀊃 probably􀊃 be􀊃 for􀉇lly􀊃 announced􀊃 
in􀊃 April􀊃 1994.􀊃 Slough􀊃 Borough􀊃 􀈗ouncil􀊃 continue􀊃 to􀊃 press􀊃 the􀊃 
ow􀉕r􀉫􀊃 of􀊃 Manor􀊃 Farm􀊃 to􀊃 deal􀊃 with􀊃 th􀈟􀊃 disintegrating􀊃 roof,􀊃 
without􀊃 much􀊃 success,􀊃 though􀊃 we􀊃 are􀊃 assured􀊃 there􀊃 is􀊃 no􀊃 danger􀊃 to􀊃 
the􀊃 public.􀊃 
5.􀊃 Finance.􀊃 This􀊃month' s 􀊃accounts􀊃 include􀊃 £50􀊃 for􀊃 hiring􀊃 pre􀉆ises􀊃 
at􀊃 Dorney􀊃 Centre;􀊃 £78􀊃 for􀊃 petrol􀊃 and􀊃servicing􀊃 the􀊃 old􀊃 mower,􀊃 
£100􀊃 to􀊃 Mr.􀊃 Burke􀊃 for􀊃 grass􀊃 cutting􀊃 and􀊃 sundries;􀊃 £43􀊃 repayment􀊃 
to􀊃 the􀊃 loan􀊃 account;􀊃 £29􀊃 for􀊃 bank􀊃 audit;􀊃 £18􀊃 to􀊃 Councillor􀊃 A.Page􀊃 
for􀊃 photocopying􀊃 and􀊃 E95􀊃 as􀊃 salary􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 Clerk.􀊃 
6.􀊃 Planning.􀊃 The􀊃 application􀊃 for􀊃 a􀊃 dwelling􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 rear􀊃 of􀊃 5,􀊃 
Mseuapdero􀊃ws􀊃 Wtaorye􀊃 h􀊃 aats􀊃􀊃bethee􀊃nT􀊃 rherfeues􀊃 eTdu.n􀊃sN.􀊃oT􀊃 hcoe􀉋re􀊃enatppe􀊃 waars􀊃􀊃 mtaod􀊃bee􀊃 􀊃odne􀊃 tlhaey􀊃sp􀊃 raonpod􀊃 sed􀊃 
complications􀊃 regarding􀊃 the􀊃 proposed􀊃 ' Doppler '􀊃 at􀊃 Old􀊃 Marsh􀊃 Lane􀊃 
due􀊃 to􀊃 some􀊃 misinformation,to􀊃 be􀊃 unravelled􀊃 in􀊃 due􀊃 course.􀊃 
7.􀊃 Lighting.􀊃 The􀊃 Parish􀊃 Council􀊃 is􀊃 considering􀊃 allocating􀊃 funds􀊃 
for􀊃 two􀊃 or􀊃 three􀊃 added􀊃 street􀊃 lights􀊃 out􀊃 of􀊃 next􀊃 year' s 􀊃finances.􀊃 
We􀊃 would􀊃 very􀊃􀉍ch􀊃 like􀊃 to􀊃 hear􀊃 your􀊃 views􀊃 on􀊃 a)􀊃 whether􀊃 you􀊃 
would􀊃 like􀊃 extra􀊃 lighting􀊃 and􀊃 b)􀊃 where􀊃 you􀊃 would􀊃 like􀊃 it􀊃 
remembering􀊃 that􀊃 the􀊃Village􀊃 Appra􀉦suggested􀊃 that􀊃 the􀊃 Parish􀊃 
was􀊃 evenly􀊃 divided􀊃 between􀊃 the􀊃 'wants'􀊃 and􀊃the􀊃 'don't􀊃 wants'.􀊃 
8.􀊃 Village􀊃 Hall.􀊃 The􀊃 Village􀊃 Hall􀊃 Management􀊃 Committee􀊃 is􀊃 
delighted􀊃 to􀊃 have􀊃 the􀊃 offer􀊃 of􀊃 a􀊃 £2,000􀊃 grant􀊃 from􀊃 South􀊃 Bucks􀊃 
towards􀊃 the􀊃 redesigning􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 carpark,􀊃 to􀊃 which􀊃 the􀊃 Parish􀊃 
Council􀊃 will􀊃 contribute􀊃 its􀊃 promised􀊃 £1,500􀊃 from􀊃 next􀊃 year 's􀊃 
b'updrogpeetr,􀊃's,􀊃oa􀊃nitd􀊃􀊃 slaofoek,s􀊃􀊃 caas􀊃rtpharoukg.􀊃h􀊃 we􀊃 may􀊃 at􀊃 long􀊃 last􀊃 have􀊃 a􀊃 
9.􀊃 The􀊃 Council􀊃 reviewed􀊃 the􀊃 progress􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 Rowing􀊃Trench􀊃 
In􀉣i􀉨:􀊃 su􀈕issions􀊃 finished􀊃 on􀊃 4th.􀊃 June,􀊃 the􀊃 site􀊃 visit􀊃 took􀊃 
place􀊃 on􀊃 8th.􀊃 June:􀊃 final􀊃 speeches􀊃 are􀊃 due􀊃 on􀊃 21st.􀊃 and􀊃 22nd.􀊃 
June.􀊃 Then􀊃 we􀊃 wait􀊃 - and􀊃 wait.􀊃 
10.􀊃 Parish􀊃 Clerk.􀊃 With􀊃 regret􀊃 the􀊃 Council􀊃 received􀊃 the􀊃 n􀈠ws􀊃 that􀊃 
the􀊃 Parish􀊃 Clerk􀊃 will􀊃 have􀊃 to􀊃 relinquish􀊃 her􀊃 post􀊃 in􀊃 Septe􀉈er,􀊃 
when􀊃 she􀊃 becomes􀊃 a􀊃 full􀊃 time􀊃 student.􀊃 During􀊃 her􀊃 tenancy􀊃 the􀊃 
duties􀊃 have􀊃 been􀊃 carried􀊃 out􀊃 most􀊃 efficiently,􀊃 and􀊃 she􀊃 assures􀊃 us􀊃 
that􀊃 her􀊃 successor􀊃 will􀊃 find􀊃 it􀊃 easy􀊃 to􀊃 step􀊃 into􀊃 her􀊃 shoes􀊃 - so􀊃 
Tchoem􀊃en􀊃 eoxn,t􀊃􀊃 smueectceinsgso􀊃 wr,i􀊃lwlh􀊃 beree􀊃 a􀊃 atr􀊃teh􀊃 yeo􀊃Vui?c􀊃 arage􀊃 on􀊃 13th.􀊃 July.􀊃 
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18th. July 
11. 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
25th. July 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
1st. August 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11.00 a.m. 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
8th. August 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
15th. August 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
22nd. August 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST.JAMES D11Tl1' ROSTER 
SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Pepler Matthew 18 v 21-end 
Miss. Hook 1 Corinthians 12 v 27 13-end 
Mr. & Mrs. Hayton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
Mrs. Springbett 
EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Handy Mark 10 v 35-45 
Mrs. Parker Acts 11 v 27 12 v 2 
Mrs. Westendorp & Mrs. Langton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Street 
Mrs. Belcher 
􀈩 SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Handy 
Combined Family Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs. Robb 
Mrs. Ames 
TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Corranunion 
Mrs. Ames John 13 v 1-15 
Mrs. Hayton Philippians 2 v 1-11 
Mrs. Baker & Mrs. Eastgate 
On holiday 
Mrs. Pepler & Mrs. Crewe-Smith 
Mrs. Smith 
ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Hayton John 13 v 31-35 
Mrs. Liney 2 Corinthians 4 v 1-10 
Mrs. Coish & Mrs. Paton 
On holiday 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
Mrs. Street 
TWELTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Dollimore John 17 v 20-end 
Mrs. Parker 2 Corinthians 5 v 14 6 v 2 
Mrs. Ames 
on holiday 
Mrs. Belcher & Mrs. Neal 
Mrs. Springbett _,__ 

• 
29th.􀊃 Au􀈨st􀊃 
8.00 a.m.􀊃 
Sidesman􀊃 11.00 a.m.􀊃 
Sidesman􀊃 
First􀊃 Reader􀊃 
Coffee􀊃 
Creche􀊃 &􀊃 Jimmy's􀊃 
Cleaning􀊃 
Flowers􀊃 
5th.􀊃 September􀊃 
8.00 a.m.􀊃 
Sidesman􀊃 11.00 a.m.􀊃 
Cleaning􀊃 
Flowers􀊃 
12th.􀊃 September􀊃 
11.00 a.m.􀊃 
Sides􀉧n􀊃 
First􀊃 Reader􀊃 
Coffee􀊃 
Creche􀊃 &􀊃 Jimmy's􀊃 
FClloewaneirnsg􀊃 􀊃 
THIRTEENTH􀊃 SUNDAY􀊃 AFTER􀊃 PENTECOST􀊃 
Holy􀊃 Communion􀊃 
Mr.􀊃 Liney􀊃 
Combined􀊃 Service􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Baker􀊃 John􀊃 16􀊃 v􀊃 1-11􀊃 
MFrro.􀊃m&􀊃 E􀊃 Mtrosn./􀊃EtPeopn􀊃lWeirc􀊃 k􀊃 Acts􀊃 7􀊃 v􀊃 54􀊃 8􀊃 v􀊃 1􀊃 At􀊃 the􀊃 Vicarage􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Armstrong􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Belcher􀊃 
FOURTEENTH􀊃 SUNDAY􀊃 AFTER􀊃 PENTECOST􀊃 
Holy􀊃 Communion􀊃 
Mr.􀊃 Pepler􀊃 
Combined􀊃 Family􀊃 Service􀊃 at􀊃 Eton􀊃 Wick􀊃 
MMrrss..􀊃􀊃AmEasetsg􀊃 ate􀊃 &􀊃 Mrs.􀊃 Jones􀊃 
FIFI'EENTH􀊃 SUNDAY􀊃 AFTER􀊃 PENTECOST􀊃 
Parish􀊃 Communion􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Richmond􀊃 Matthew􀊃 22.v􀊃 15-22􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Pepler􀊃 Romans􀊃 13􀊃 v􀊃 1-7􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Perryman􀊃 &􀊃 Mrs.􀊃 Smith􀊃 
At􀊃 the􀊃 Vicarage􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 Street􀊃 
Mrs.􀊃 smith􀊃 
SOUTH􀊃 BUCKS􀊃 YOUNG􀊃 HOMELESS􀊃 ACTION􀊃 GROUP􀊃 (􀊃SBYHAG)􀊃 was􀊃 set􀊃 up􀊃 
in􀊃 1992􀊃 to􀊃 identify􀊃 and􀊃 meet􀊃 the􀊃 needs􀊃 of􀊃 single􀊃 homeless􀊃 people􀊃 
from􀊃 the􀊃 South􀊃 Bucks􀊃 area.􀊃 It􀊃 is􀊃 a􀊃 registered􀊃 charity.􀊃 The􀊃 Group􀊃 
oisr􀊃gamnaidsea􀊃 tuipo􀊃 onsf,􀊃􀊃ldorcaawln􀊃 􀊃pteoogpelteh􀊃 efrr􀊃otmo􀊃 􀊃at􀊃 wacikdlee􀊃 v􀊃 tarhiee􀊃 ptryo􀊃 bolfe􀊃 mbsa􀊃cokfgr􀊃 yoouuntdhs􀊃􀊃 and􀊃 
homelessness􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 area.􀊃 
Information􀊃 from:- Jenie􀊃 Betteridge,􀊃 SBYHAG,􀊃 Evreham􀊃 Centre,􀊃 
Swallow􀊃 Street,􀊃 Iver,􀊃 Bucks.􀊃 SLO􀊃 OHS.􀊃 Tel.􀊃 0753􀊃 650266􀊃 
,.-r--l&rh Dorney􀊃 Parish􀊃 Councillors􀊃 have􀊃 
􀈌􀊃 L􀊃 􀉯􀊃 reluctantly􀊃 accepted􀊃 the􀊃 
Jane􀊃 Page􀊃 will,􀊃 in􀊃 􀈀eptember,􀊃 rebesicognmeat􀊃 ioan􀊃 􀊃 fo􀉲lfl􀊃 -ttihmeeir􀊃 􀊃 sCtludeernkt.􀊃􀊃 
which,􀊃 un􀈣ortunately,􀊃 is􀊃 incompatible􀊃 with􀊃 part-time􀊃 Parish􀊃 
TChlee􀊃rjkoibn􀊃gi.􀊃s􀊃 interesting􀊃 and􀊃 not􀊃 too􀊃 onerous,􀊃 normally􀊃 one􀊃 
evening􀊃 meeting􀊃 monthly,􀊃 deal􀊃 with􀊃 correspondence􀊃 etc􀊃 in􀊃 your􀊃 
own􀊃 time.􀊃 The􀊃 Council􀊃 2 pays􀊃 to􀊃 official􀊃 scale,􀊃 just􀊃 
over􀊃 lOOOpds􀊃 per􀊃 annum.􀊃 Good􀊃 secretarial􀊃 skills􀊃 
and􀊃 o􀉴n􀊃 transport􀊃 are􀊃 essentia􀈽,􀊃 but􀊃 everything􀊃 
hhaass􀊃􀊃 bepreo􀉑􀊃misoerdg􀊃anhiesre􀊃d􀊃 hfoelrp􀊃 􀊃 tao􀊃 􀊃 celnesaunr􀊃 e􀊃staa􀊃rstm􀊃ooatnhd􀊃􀊃 Jane􀊃 
changeover.􀊃 The􀊃 Parish􀊃 Council􀊃 needs􀊃 someone􀊃 to􀊃 keep􀊃 them􀊃 in􀊃 
order. Jane􀊃 will􀊃 be􀊃 pleased􀊃 to􀊃 give􀊃 you􀊃 the􀊃 true􀊃 picture􀊃 on􀊃 
WMhayi􀊃denonht􀊃epahdo􀊃 n(0e􀊃6h2e8r)􀊃􀊃 N6O6W6􀊃773?9􀊃.􀊃

Dear􀊃 Editors,􀊃 
􀁂 
White􀊃 Lodge,􀊃 Harcourt􀊃 Road.􀊃 
18th.􀊃 June,􀊃 1993.􀊃 
I􀊃 am􀊃 not􀊃 in􀊃 a􀊃 bad􀊃 mood,􀊃 just􀊃 outraged􀊃 at􀊃 comments􀊃 made,􀊃 some􀊃 
offenRsiesvei.d􀊃ents􀊃 plagued􀊃 with􀊃 sycamores􀊃 do􀊃 not􀊃 need􀊃 an􀊃 'E􀈋CUSE'􀊃 to􀊃 
􀈷ustify􀊃 their􀊃 desire􀊃 to􀊃 have􀊃 them􀊃 lop􀉞d􀊃 (although􀊃 when􀊃 lopped,􀊃 
in􀊃 twTo􀊃hyee􀊃 asresc•o􀊃ndt􀊃imoef􀊃fwenes􀊃 iwviel􀊃lr􀊃 beema􀊃 r'ki􀊃n􀊃ctohncee􀊃 rsnaemde􀊃􀊃 btohea􀊃t'1 t􀊃 argeaei􀊃 ns)u.r􀊃geons•.􀊃 
There􀊃 was􀊃 only􀊃 one􀊃 and􀊃 he􀊃 was􀊃 obviously􀊃 a􀊃 competent􀊃 tree􀊃 surgeon.􀊃 
The􀊃 'group'􀊃 were􀊃 very􀊃 friendly􀊃 and􀊃 pleasant,􀊃 and􀊃 I􀊃 made􀊃 them􀊃 tea􀊃 
􀈍t􀊃 lunch􀊃 time.􀊃 They􀊃 were􀊃 only􀊃 􀉱􀉐der􀊃 instructions􀊃 􀈢rom􀊃 the􀊃 
'Council'.􀊃 
senioIrt􀊃 􀊃Ciwtais􀉻􀊃 esnusg,g􀊃es-teddo􀊃􀊃 tthhae􀊃tC􀊃 oweu􀊃naclill,'􀊃s-􀊃 woprreks􀊃 tuoma􀊃 wbhloy􀊃mi􀊃 In􀊃cplaudyi􀊃 hnig􀊃gwhe􀊃 􀊃 
rates,􀊃 or􀊃 I􀊃 pay􀊃 twice􀊃 by􀊃 employing􀊃 someone􀊃 to􀊃 do􀊃 it􀈺􀊃 I􀊃 have􀊃 my􀊃 
own􀊃 lT􀈛􀈎hev􀊃e􀉩le􀊃 􀈰a􀉎ve􀊃 􀉬sh􀊃 􀈜a􀊃r􀈧ea􀊃 ar􀊃d􀈝n􀉏ui1􀊃sance􀊃 - B􀉃􀊃 SEEDS􀊃 are􀊃 even􀊃 worse,􀊃 at􀊃 a􀊃 
foot􀊃 high􀊃 they􀊃 cannot􀊃 be􀊃 pulled􀊃 out􀊃 by􀊃 hand.􀊃 I􀊃 have􀊃 recently􀊃 
spent􀊃 over􀊃 half􀊃 an􀊃 hour􀊃 pulling.out􀊃 last􀊃 year's􀊃 se􀈞dl􀈱ngs􀊃 (4"􀊃 
high)􀊃 from􀊃 the􀊃 path􀊃 side􀊃 of􀊃 hedge.􀊃 We􀊃 have􀊃 self􀊃 set􀊃 trees􀊃 all􀊃 
over􀊃 the􀊃 garden􀊃 - in􀊃 the􀊃 hedges,􀊃 a􀊃 small􀊃 spinney,􀊃 and􀊃 another􀊃 
being􀊃 allowed􀊃 to􀊃 grow.􀊃 
Sycamores􀊃 are􀊃 of􀊃 no􀊃 use,􀊃 apart􀊃 from􀊃 the􀊃 aphids'􀊃 point􀊃 of􀊃 
view.􀊃 My􀊃 husband􀊃 thought􀊃 a􀊃 salesman􀊃 had􀊃 come􀊃 down􀊃 the􀊃 road􀊃 soon􀊃 
after􀊃 these􀊃 houses􀊃 were􀊃 built􀊃 'flogging'􀊃 them.􀊃 
Even􀊃 that􀊃 is􀊃 not􀊃 the􀊃 worst􀊃 thing􀊃 about􀊃 them.􀊃 
For􀊃 years􀊃 prior􀊃 to􀊃 his􀊃 death,􀊃 my􀊃 husband􀊃 asked􀊃 the􀊃 Council􀊃 
to􀊃 cut􀊃 them􀊃 because􀊃 when􀊃 sitting􀊃 in􀊃 'his'􀊃 a􀉤􀉅chair􀊃 he􀊃 could􀊃 see􀊃 
no􀊃 sky.􀊃 It􀊃 was􀊃 like􀊃 having􀊃 a􀊃 blind􀊃 across􀊃 that􀊃 side􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 house,􀊃 
- it􀊃 was􀊃 even􀊃 worse􀊃 in􀊃 the􀊃 bedroom!􀊃 
There􀊃 are􀊃 two􀊃 trees􀊃 outside􀊃 this􀊃 house,􀊃 why􀊃 they􀊃 have􀊃 only􀊃 
treated􀊃 one􀊃 of􀊃 them􀊃 I􀊃 can't􀊃 imagine.􀊃 The􀊃 branches􀊃 from􀊃 the􀊃 one􀊃 on􀊃 
the􀊃 opposite􀊃 side􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 road􀊃 are􀊃 a􀉂st􀊃 touching􀊃 the􀊃 electricity􀊃 
wires,􀊃 it􀊃 is􀊃 nearly􀊃 twice􀊃 the􀊃 height􀊃 of􀊃 the􀊃 house.􀊃 I􀊃 wonder􀊃 what􀊃 
the􀊃 roots􀊃 are􀊃 doing􀊃 to􀊃 the􀊃 property.􀊃 
If􀊃 anyone􀊃 would􀊃 like􀊃 a􀊃 syc􀈒ore􀊃 outside􀊃 their􀊃 house,􀊃 do􀊃 
plant􀊃 one.􀊃 Within􀊃 a􀊃 few􀊃 years􀊃 it􀊃 will􀊃 be􀊃 as􀊃 high􀊃 as􀊃 the􀊃 one􀊃 
lopped􀊃 outside􀊃 my􀊃 house􀊃 - no􀊃 problem!!!􀊃 
Yours􀊃 faithfully.􀊃 
(Mrs.)􀊃 E.􀊃 Va􀉰ghan􀊃 Field􀊃 
EDITORS I NOTE 
TChoen􀊃tDorirbnuteiyo􀊃 Pnas􀊃rifosrh􀊃􀊃 Ntehwes􀊃 S􀊃 iepst􀊃 neomtbe􀊃 pru􀊃 bi􀈼sissueh􀊃emdu􀊃 istn􀊃􀊃 Abeu􀊃gwuistth.􀊃􀊃 the􀊃 editors􀊃 by􀊃 
16th.􀊃 August.􀊃 
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ISSUE 7/93 SEPTEMBER 1993 
EDITORIAL 
August came to be known in the newspaper world as the silly 
season because most people were away on holiday, and in the 
absence of 'real news' Editors were obliged to fill their columns 
with any odd items that they could find. (Some papers, you may 
think, carry on this system all the year round.) 
This year, unfortunately, the real news continues to dominate the 
headlines, but many strange reports can still be found. The 
Chinese, the original inventors of fireworks, have now moved on 
to larger rockets, and are offering their citizens the chance, 
apfrteesrum dabelayt ht, o taoc hhiaeveve t hseoimre kaisnhde so fs einmmt sooratrailnigt y.i nTthoi osu wteirl ls bpaec es ur-e 
to puzzle the Martians or other inter-galactic travellers who 
last year terrified so many people with their corn circles, taken 
to be signs of an imminent invasion of our planet. Whatever 
happened to corn circles? They have totally disappeared from the 
public consciousness, and we seem to have been invaded by 
dinosaurs instead. People are returning to old quarries and 
cliffs to dig up yet more enormous bones, and hordes of miniature 
dinosaurs (surely a contradiction in terms) confront us in every 
shop window. 
As so often happens with these intriguing news items, you hear no 
more about them. I was interested to read some time ago that 
divers were planning to raise the body of Sir Francis Drake from 
tphoee md: eep and bring him back to England. You may remember the 
"Drake he's in his hammock an' a thousand mile away, 
(Capten, art thou sleepin' there below?) 
Slung atween the round shot in Nornbre Dios Bay 
An' dreamin' all the time 0 1 Plymouth Hoe ... " 
The great Captain's instructions were: 
"Take my drum to England, hang it by the shore, 
Strike it when your powder's runnin' low ... 11 
It was probably felt that, in these desperate times, Drake 
himself was needed back at Plymouth Hoe. one church in the West 
Country was recently said to be holding a 'Day of Prayer for 
English Cricket'. 
Visitors to Dorney Court listen in good-humoured disbelief to the 
story of the Palmer triplets born on three successive Sundays in 
1489. However, I see that a mother in New Jersey has just given 
birth to twins nearly three weeks apart, which proves that such 
events are possible. 
Also of local interest is the revelation that Eton masters have 
been keeping a secret hoard of wine for their private use in a 
cellar in Eton Wick. This only came to light when the cellar was 
broken into by undiscriminating thieves, who fortunately left 
some of the more valuable bottles and only took the most 
accessible. 
What other secrets remain to be discovered? Keep watching this 
space ..... 
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From Revd Colin Pontin. September 1993. 
I recently came across the following story: 
'Lord Radstock was staying in a hotel in Norway in the mid-1920s. He 
heard a little girl playing the piano down in the hallway. She was 
making a terrible noise: 'Plink . . .p lonk ... plink . .. 'It was driving him 
mad! A man came and sat beside her and began playing alongside her, 
filling in the gaps. The result was the most ·beautiful music. He later 
discovered that the man playing alongside was the pirl's father, 
Alexander Borodin, composer of the opera 'Prince Igor'. 
I suppose most of us feel at one time or another that we have little 
to offer God. We see, and hear our 'Plinks and plonks', our 
inadequacies and our failures (and if we don't then others are usually 
quick to point them out to us ... in the nicest possible way of 
course!) rather than our gifts and abilities. The result is that our 
Christian witness is sometimes almost non-existent, and we fail to 
engage in the world around us for fear of failure and ridicule. What 
difference can I make anyway? 
God tells us in the Bible that he has given to us very special gifts 
which he wants us to use in his service. As we falteringly offer our 
'Plinks and plonks 1 so we find that God draws alongside and fills in 
the gaps and turns them into something beautiful for himself. St Paul 
puts it like this . . . . 
'In all things God works for the good of those who love him 
who have been called according to His promise.'(Romans 8:28) 
1 Sometimes, of course, the sheer size of the problems in the world 
around us can be intimidating and prevent us taking any action, but we 
do have a part to play. 
An old man, walking on the beach at dawn noticed a young man ahead of 
him picking up starfish and flinging them into the sea. Catching up 
with the youth he asked what he was doing. 'The starfish will die if 
they are still on the beach when the sun toasts them with its midmorning 
heat I came the answer. 'But the beach goes on for miles, and 
there are millions of starfish' countered the old man. 1 How can your 
effort make any difference ?' The young man looked at the starfish in 
his hand and then threw it to safety in the waves. 'It makes a 
difference to this one' he said. 
What is God calling us to do for him today? 
Colin. 

HARVEST THANKSGIVING. 
The Harvest Thanksgiving services this year will be held as 
follows : - 
St .Mary Magdalene, Boveney. 3 .00pm Sunday 19th September . 
St John the Bapt ist, Eton Wick. 9.3Oam.Sunday 26th September. 
St James the Les s , Dorney . 
St John the Evangelist, Eton 
1 1 . 00am Sunday 26th September. 
11. 00am Sunday 26th September. 
All non-perishable produce donated to the church will, this year, 
be given to the Whitechapel Mission in the East End of London 
presently being run by Revd.John Lines, who was recently the 
Methodist Minister in Eton Wick. 
The Mission seeks to minister care and Christian love to the 
homeless and the ill who live on the s treets of London. They not 
only provide food and clothing but also medical care and 
counselling. The needs are always greater than the resources 
available and we felt, therefore, that we should try to help as 
much as possible. 
In view of the above we will be grateful if you will give nonperishable 
foods this year (tins, packets of dry goods, rice etc . ) 
rather than perishable fruit and vegetables. 
CONFIRMATION. 
A service of Confirmation will be held this year for all the churches 
in the Riverside Team Ministry at 6 .30pm on 
Sunday 7th November in the church of St Mary the Virgin, Datchet. 
The Service will be taken by Bishop Simon Burrows and will be the last 
Confirmation service that he will take in the Rivers ide Team before 
his retirement in January 1994. 
If you are interes ted in being Confirmed or would like to discuss it 
will you please contact me as soon as possible. Classes will start at 
the end of September. 
Colin . 

NATURE NOTES June/July 
From the begir.ning of spring, each month brings forth different 
flowers. By mid June yellow St. John's Wort and Lady ' s Bedstraw, 
white Camomile, blue Chicory and pink blackberry blossom had 
appeared. 
Hemlock has flourished this year helped by rain at the right 
time. some plants are 10 ft. high. The flowers are similar to cow 
parsley and the thick stems have purple streaks. I found a new plant by the M4 footpath, Hawkweed Oxeye whi. ch i. s 
3 ft. tall. It has yellow flowers like a small dandelion and a 
rough stem with dark green leaves. 
some of the trees which were severely lopped in Harcourt Road 
have sprouted red leaves which improves their appearance. These 
are Lammas leaves which are usually produced in August at 
BLianvnrdsa staicdte s. trangely at times. A sparrow carried off a loose 
washer used to secure the plastic roof over a neighbour' s 
conservatory. It is a puzzle to guess what the bird will do with 
it. 
Moles have taken up residence in some gardens much to the 
annoyance of the owners as their tunnelling spoils lawns and 
vegetable beds. 
The hot weather at the end of June and in early July brought out 
some butterflies. They were mostly Tortoiseshells , Meadow Browns 
and Small Skippers. 
There have not been so many butterflies this year for some 
unknown reason and I have seen no Red Admirals. 
I have seen several Brimstone Moths. One was resting on a 
letter-box. 
A neighbour found an Elephant Hawk Moth resting in a 􀊸rain. _ This 
is a lovely moth as it is coloured olive green and bright pink. 
The sun has made the grass in our garden very dry but the ever 
present starlings have found something to eat there , probably 
seeds and grubs. They gather en masse early in the morning. 
A mole is now visiting our garden, churning up flower beds. 
Three centuries ago and more the mole was toasted by the 
Jacobites as one caused the horse of William III to stumble and 
throw him; which led to his death. The toast was 11 to the little 
gentleman in the velvet coat". 
Lois Parker 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
Mindless vandals have again broken into the village hall during 
the summer. There is never any money in the hall nor any 
electrical equipment of saleable value to a burglar. The police 
believe that the vandals are local - as they usually are, 
apparently and they urge us all to be vigilant: . . If you see anything suspicious near the hall, or lights inside 
the hall in the middle of the night when there is obviously no 
function being held, please ring 999 that is the only chance 
of actually catching anyone. 
The cost of repairing the damage caused by these hooligans pushes 
the insurance premiums higher each year. 
A lot of people in the community use the hall and a small band of 
volunteers work very hard to keep it functioning. 
PLEASE HELP IF YOU CAN. 
Dorney Village Hall Management Committee. 
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DOES THIS RING A BELL? 
Are bicycle bells no longer in fashion? Or is there an EEC 
directive that on no account must a bicycle ridden by anyone 
under 20 have a bell? 
Parents - if your child, or teenager - must ride on the pavement 
would you make him realise he is a dange'rto himself and others ' 
if he tears along without announcing his presence? cars emerging 
from drives have no knowledge of his coming; pedestrians are 
unaware of something hurtling towards them from behind. 
If there 􀊹 to be an accident, it could be because your child 
lacked the commonsense to consider his own and others ' safety. 
AMW. 
NATURE NOTES July/August 
Another Elephant Hawk moth has been seen and also my first Red 
Admi ral and Speckled Wood butterflies for this year. 
By mid July Wild Carrot, Wild Parsnip and Burnet Saxifrage had 
come into bloom. All these flowers have flat flower heads. Wild 
Carrot is a delicate pink before it bursts into pure white Wild 
Parsnip is mustard colour. Burnet Saxifrage does not grow ;o tall 
and is a more elegant plant with slender stems and smaller flower heads . 
Many frogs and young toads have come into our garden from a 
neighbour's pond. They are welcome as they catch flies. 
I used to put left over cat food in the front garden for a 
visiting hedgehog but have been forced to move it to the back as 
a fox is coming again and when marking his territory leaves a 
most unpleasant odour. At this time of year foxes will find plenty to eat elsewhere. 
Signs of autumn abound. Bryony which has trai led along fences and 
up bushes is showing red berries as does Purple Nightshade. There 
are many groups of the seed pods of Lords and Ladies. These are 
bunched together at the top of the stem and coloured orange and scarlet. 
A walk along the river and Barge Path always yields something 
interesting. I saw a baby Robin and two large Dragonflies - one 
brown, one pale gold. My attention was attracted to a Kestrel 
􀊺overing over the field by the Barge Path. After it flew away I 
investigated and found a hen pheasant with one small chick. The 
thwarted Kestrel had thought to pounce on an easy meal. 
Butterilies . appe ared again during sunny, warm days in August. A 
few Red Admi rals and a Yellow Brimstone visited our garden 
although Peacocks and Small Tortoiseshells are many. 
As there have been fine days since St. Swithin's Day when it 
rained perhaps the old legend does not always hold true. 
Lois Parker 
OBITUARY 
Mrs. Margaret M. Harrison, wife of Dr. John Harrison of 5, Dorney 
Reach Road, died on 30th. July at the Dunearn Residential Home, 
Auchterarder, Perthshire, after a short illness. R,I.P. 
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ADVANCE NOTICE I. IT'S MY BELIEF . . . 
Bishop Simon Burrows, Bishop of Buckingham, will be giving a talk in 
four different places in the autumn entitled 'Its My Belief' . 
The format will be very simple - a statement of his own personal 
faith, followed by questions. It will not be a service. The purpose is 
to address the agnostic, the seeking, the interested or the 
unconvinced, by encouraging church people to bring their friends, as 
their own personal contribution to the Decade of Evangelism. 
The talks will be held on : - 
Monday October 4th. a t 8.00pm 
All Saint 's High Wycombe. 
Monday October 18th at 8.00pm. 
Holy Trinity, Aylesbury. 
Thursday October 21st at 8.00pm 
Christ the Cornerstone, Milton Keynes. 
Thursdaf November 4th.at 8.00pm. 
St Paul s Slough. 
These talks are open to anyone. There will be some invitation cards 
issued, but it is not necessary to have one in order to attend. 
PLEASE COME. 
ADVANCE NOTICE II. 
CHARITIES FAIR - SATURDAY 13th NOVEMBER. 
Do book this date in your diary! 
The annual Charities Fair 
Centre will be held at the 
11.00am - 2. 00pm. 
organised by t he Slough Religious Studies 
Teacher 's Centre, Queens Road, Slough from 
Come along for a snack lunch, see the Resource Centre and buy your 
Christmas gifts from the wide range of charities: ARMS; Tearcraft; 
Traidcraft and CPL and many others . . . . 
In fact would your charity or voluntary group like to have a stall? If 
so please contact Cherry Gould at Shire Hall, Shinfield Park, Reading, 
RG2 9XE (Tel: (0734)875444 for details. 
Please note that the Resource Centre is open every Saturday during 
term time from 10 - 11. 30am. You can borrow from a wide selection of 
Christian books and other resources. 
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THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Council 
held in July 1993. 
1. 􀊻- Following the felling of some Harcourt Road trees , we 
are assured that in future the Parish Council and affected 
residents will be informed 14 days before any work is carried 
out. There are, however , no plans for future felling, nor to 
replant in the decimated verge. The Parish Council is again 
taking up the County' s offer of trees to be planted in suitable 
and appropriate sites. 
2. Bus Shelters. Refurbishment of the Marsh Lane and Court Lane 
s3h. elters is to be undertaken at a cost of £400. The Council felt that the Parish should be somewhat ashamed of 
its low showing in the Best Kept Village Competition, 
particularly of a growing litter problem, which it was felt 
e4v. eryone could tackle to greater effect. Conservation Areas. Research continues! Various interesting 
facts are being uncovered : - In 1913 when the river was low, 
stumps of old piles could still be seen near the Bucks bank at 
Boveney - an early bridge? - and up to 1838 there was no lock or 
weir, and the modern weir stream was the only passage for boats. 
5. Finance . This month included E40 for grass cutting, Ell 
petrol, E479 electricity, £90 Clerk ' s salary, £50 for 
6pr. o Pfleasnsniionngal. Aaund aiptipnlgic. ation has been submitted to Slough Borough 
for Manor Farm and outbuildings to be used as an office and 
postage stamp business. The Parish Council had no objection to a 
minor change of use , but felt that a precedent could be set, 
There was no comment on an application for a side dormer 
extension to Blackhall Court, Old Marsh Lane. 
It appears that despite protests by many local residents against 
the CAA doppler application, the sane was not given any choice 
but to consent to the final siting, which is approved subject to 
satisfactory landscaping. 
7. Street lights. The Parish Council has only received one 
opinion - strongly against - more street lighting ; feelings 
generally do not seem therefore to run high. Perhaps this 
question could be resolved at the next Annual General Meeting? 
8. Area 12. It's official - the gravel digging known as area 12 
(off Lake End Road) is not to be included in the Minerals Plan. 
9. The Parish Council wlldelighted to welcome a visit from our 
County Councillor, Ms Vanessa Cummings, who was able to provide 
us with the following information: - 
10. M4 widening. The County Council expects an exhibition in the 
autumn of preliminary plans for work between j unctions 4B and 
8/9. No details are available yet. 
11. Traffic calming. It appears that the County are aiming to do 
50 schemes a year throughout Bucks. There is a specific number of 
accidents within a time limit to be ' achieved' before a scheme 
can be considered - and Village Road is within a hair' s breadth 
of qualifying. 
12. NRA scheme. The Inquiry result is still a good way off into 
the future . 
13. school. (Ms Cummings is now a governor) Money is set aside 
for plans to be drawn up. Playground alterations this summer mean 
that a base will be ready should building work go ahead. 
The next meeting will be at the Vicarage on September 14th. 
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DORNEY & DISTRICT HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY 
The Summer Garden Compe tition this year was of a higher standard 
than last year . This is excellent for it shows that the 
attainment for perfect ion is still flourishing and the pride 
members are taking with their sacred plots. 
Many of the lawns showed a marked improvement with fine swards. 
The basis for a good lawn is laid in autumn, late winter to 7arly 
spring. The work done then repays handsomely. In . autumn scari;y 
and brush it if you have some used compost especially some which 
contains pearlite as this will help to feed and ae7ate the l 􀊼wn. 
Also use moss killer (this will enable you to see in th7 spring 
patches which may be left ). When the weather allows , prick the 
lawn over with a fork. In spring start to feed and cut it. If you 
cut it regularly keep the grass about an inch high. Keeping . grass 
short does not allow the coarser grasses to overwhelm the finer 
grasses. Long grass does not mat because of its erect s􀊽ructure 
and you cannot get that matted carpet which you are tryin􀊾 to 
achieve. With grass this short do not use a box for clippings. 
Let them make, with the help of the worms , natural fo 􀊿d so less 
artificial fertiliser will be needed. Use lawn weed killer 􀋀h7n 
necessary. A well cultivated lawn should not need much fertiliser 
and who knows with such care you will probably have the best lawn in Dorney. 
It was nice to see we had two gardens to judge which had not been 
entered before - Mr. Lowe and Mr. Westendorp, who did well. Some 
of our older hands were unfortunately on holiday and this reduced 
entries to twelve but it still took as much time to go around, 
the problem is having chatty lady assistants. . I shall not be judging next year. It 1 s good to ring the changes 
and have more varying opinions . 
Many thanks to all the members who allowed their gardens to be 
judged. It was a pleasant experience . 
Bill Parker 
WHY OAK STUBBS LANE? 
Before the coming of the M4 in the early 1960 's necessitated the 
diversion of Marsh Lane and the building of the flyover, the 
original line of Marsh Lane ran from the top of Harcourt Road , 
past numbe r 2 - where the original road can be seen - down what is now Oak Stubbs Lane , continuing in to what is now Old Marsh 
Lane, eventually to rejoin the present route. 
When the M4 cut this stretch in two, new names had to be found. 
'Old Marsh Lane ' was obvious, but there was quite an interesting 
competition to find a name for the other half. Eventually 'Oak 
Stubbs La ne ' was chosen - perhaps inspired by Oak Stubbs 
Cottages. But why Oak Stubbs in the first place? 
The following article from a Parish Magazine of a few years ago 
by Len Eastgate, reproduced by kind permission, may perhaps 
explain. 
Audrey Wooller. 
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Highlights in the History of our Village 
or 
Dorney Stories. 
'THE OLD OKE TREE ' 
It was while I was studying some of the maps stored in the vaults 
of the County Archives at Aylesbury that I came across the first 
clue to this strange tale. 
I had gone to the County Archivist for help as I wanted to make 
the history lessons interesting and stimulating for the children. 
There was something on one of the maps that caught my eye - a 
small drawing of a tree and underneath it was written 'Where the 
tree stood'. Now this was an 18th Century map of Dorney and it 
was plain for anybody to see that obviously a tree of some 
importance had stood in the middle of Dorney Common at some time , 
for the small drawing appeared to be placed right in the middle 
of the Corranon . Of course my first thought was whether it could 
have been a Moot Place or Meeting Place for the inhabitants or 
Commone rs in early times. 
Further search led me to the Victoria County Histories and in the 
volumes relating to Buckinghamshire is set down this story. 
** Richard Hill was Lord of Dorney in 1530, when he was accused 
by Thomas Woodford and others, inhab itants of Dorney , of having 
together with other 'ill-disposed and myschievous persons' 
inclosed Dorney Wood with great hedges quickset and deep ditches 
and built a house in the wood wherein 'divers arrant theves ' 
resorted with his consent and stole sheep and robbed travellers. 
He was also said to have cut off the legs of their cattle. 
Richard Hill denied that the woods were ever common and said they 
had always been held in severalty by the owners of Dorney and 
Boveney Manors. The bad feeling between Hill and Woodford 
culminated five years later in a quarrel over a 'great eke tree 1 , 
over 200 years old, growing on Dorney Green in Dorney Manor, 
which was cut down by Woodford and his servants 'in maner of 
warre arrayde'. Hill's servants dragged the tree to Dorney 
manor-place , whereupon Woodford in most cruel and unlawful manner 
sent to a 'mynstrell called a taberer' to take his taber and go 
'pyping into the seyd maner place'. The minstrel refused, but 
Woodford's servants dragged the tree out of the yard, and he 
himself 'daily doth bayte, hunte and chace with dogge ' the cattle 
of Richard Hill. More amicable relations were not encouraged by 
Woodford placing some of Hill 's servants in the 'stokkys ', but 
Woodford defended his conduct by declaring that at a court held 
by the steward of the honour of Wallingford in Buckinghamshire 
fifteen honest men found Dorney to be a royal manor and that the 
green was therefore comm on, as waste grounds, to the tenants 
dwel ling near by. ** 
At his death in 1540 Richard Hill was succeeded by his son James , 
who in 1542 sold Dorney to William Garrard , afterwards Lord Mayor 
of London. And so we came to the Garrard family and their link 
with our beautiful church. 
L. H. Eastgate. 
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THE MAC MILLAN 
NURSE APPEAL 
THE WO RLD'S 
BIGGEST 
COFFEE 
MORNI NG Supported by LOYNS Signature Instant Coffee 
FRIDAY 1ST OCTOBER 1993 
Between 10.00 and 12.00am 
The Vicarage, 
Lake End Road 
Dorney. 
and 
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Saturday 11th September 
Saturday 25th September 
Friday 1st October 
Friday 22nd October 
Saturday 13th November 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W. I. 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P. C.C. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60's CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
OORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
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DDHS Annual Show 
DDHS Harvest Supper 
The Macmillan Nurse Appeal 
Coffee Morning. The Vicarage, 
Lake End Road. 10 a.m-12 noon 
DDHS Cheese & Wine 
Charities Fair. Teachers' Centre, 
Queens Road, Slough. 11 a.m-2 p.m. 
DDHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i.e. July, September, 
November & January. Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage, Dorney. 
Tuesdays 12. 15-2.00 
Dates: 14/9 12/10 9/11 
7/12 Christmas Dinner 
Meet at the Vicarage, Dorney. 
Sundays 7-9 p.m. (Age 11 plus) 
Dates: 26/9 (BBQ) 10/10 31/10 
14/11 28/11 12/12 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7. 30-10.30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3.30- 4.30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7.30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7.15-9 p.m. 
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Mrs. Pat Guider 
• • 0628 71668 
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator : - Mike Haile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
of local break-ins. 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Haile 
who will keep the Council informed. 
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DORNEY COUNTRY FAYRE 
The Committee of the Dorney Country Fayre are very pleased to be 
able to tell you that the marvellous sum of £4, 115 was raised at 
the Fayre , which considering the weather was a wonderful result. 
The funds will be used for essential repairs to the church so 
many thanks for everyone's hard work and particularly to Jill. 
DORNEY COUNTRY FAYRE 
Many thanks also to all the people who kindly made cakes, 
biscuits , eclairs etc. for the cake stall. Along with Mary Robb's 
jam stall we made a total of £298, so we are very grateful to 
everyone for their contributions. 
Sarah Armstrong, Shirley Longden, Mary Robb. 
LOCAL BUS SERVICE 
After two years imp eccable service, a pleasure to both passengers 
and drivers , the London County buses are being withdrawn, to be 
replaced by a Beeline service. Incredibly, this timetable 
provides us during the day with an hourly service to Maidenhead 
and Slough. Please consider making use of this facility; many 
communities don't have it. 
T-H-E B-E-E-L-1-N-E 􀀏 Service 
SLOUGH • ETON WICK • DORNEY • MAIDENHEAD 
Mondays to Saturdays 
S SNSSNS SCC 
SLOUGH (Bus Sta􀅃0<1) ........ ....... ..... 0850 0950 1050 1150 1250 1350 1450 1550 1605 1650 1705 1805 .. 
WlndsorBridgejBmcasSlrlHII) . . ... 0858 ()958 1058 1158 1258 1358 1458 1558 1613 1658 1713 1813 .. 
EloflWick (Belll.ane) ...... .. ......... .... 0902 1002 1102 1202 1302 1402 1S02 1602 1617 1702 1111 1817 .. 
ElQnWlcll(ColencnonCreS<:tlflQ... .. 0906 1006 1106 1206 1308 1406 1508 1806 1&21 1706 1n1 1821 . 
Domey(HarcoortRoad) ............. .... ..... 0912 1012 1112 1212 1312 1412 1512 1612 .. 
T•P'9"' (Mar$hlane) ...... ,.. .. 0915 1015 1115 1215 1315 1415 1515 1615 .. 
MAIDENHEAD (Frascati Wfly) .... ......... 0924 1024 112,I 1224 13:24 1424 1S24 1624 .. 
NO SUNDAY SERVICE 
ooo, BCC ~ Journey opera18d Ullde< contracl !or Berkshire County Cooncil S - S81urdays only NS - Not SaPJrdays 
MAIDENHEAD • DORNEY • ETON WICK • SLOUGH 
Mondays to Saturdays 
MAIDENHEAD !Bridge A-'Ue) 
Tapov< (Marsh Lane) 
Dorney jfwcourt Aoeo).... 
EIOn W.dc (Cdenonon Crescenl) 
EIOn Wlc!I !Ser La"") .. 
Wn<lsor Bndge (Bnx:as S!reel) 
SLOUGH (Bus Sla􀅄on) ... 
NS SNS S SNS SNS 
.. 0900 .. .. 1000 1100 1200 1300 1400 1500 1600 1700 ,. 
.. .. 0908 . 1008 1108 1208 1308 1408 1508 1608 ...... 1706 
07S5 . ... 0911 ...... 1011 1111 1211 1311 1411 IS11 1611 ..... 1711 
.. 0800 0615 0915 0915 1015 1115 1215 1315 415 1515 1615 1623 1715 1723 1823 ,. 
. 0002 0618 0918 0918 1018 1118 1218 1318 1•18 1518 1618 1625 1718 1725 1825 .. 
0609 0825 0925 0925 1025 1125 1225 1325 1425 1525 1625 1632 1725 1732 1832 
0817 0633 0933 0933 1033 1133 1233 1333 1433 1533 1633 1640 1733 1740 18'10 ,. 
NO SUNDAY SERVICE 
S - Saturdays 0<1Jy NS - Nol Salurtlays 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
For details please contact Karen Jones 0628 25037 
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40, Meadow Way 
Dorney Reach. 
30th. June, 1993 
Dear Mr. Cody, 
I lost my dear wife, four weeks ago and I was quite 
surprised to find how well she must have been loved by our good neighbours. 
Could you plea se, in the Parish Magazine insert a thank you 
to them all for the floral tributes and also for coming to the service at the crematorium. 
I apologise for the delay in thanking them, but I hope they 
will understand how desolated I was , and still am, at her going. 
OORNEY WOMEN' S INSTITUTE 
Thank you, 
Henry Slader 
July is the month when the meeting is planned for being held 
outdoors, in anticipation that we shall have a lovely sunny day, 
and, incredible as it may seem, we have been extremely lucky and 
the weather has been kind to us. However, 14th. July commenced 
with heavy black clouds and all accompanying signs that it was 
going to be an unpleasant day, but the majority of the members - 
eternally optimistic - decided we were going to take a chance, 
and they proved to be right. Shortly after lunch there was a 
miraculous change in the weather and once again we were 
fortunate , both in the unexpected sunshine, and having the 
pleasure of enj oying an afternoon spent in Mrs. Crane 's lovely 
garden. A very welcome change from spending the afternoon indoors. 
It was decided to have a coffee morning, as previous ones had 
proved to be very popular, and to donate the proceeds to the 
Windsor Hospice. Mrs. Mitzi Williams has very generously offered 
to have this at her home in Harcourt Road, and the date is 16th. 
September, time 10. 30 a.m. It is hoped there will be a good 
attendance at this pleasant get-together for a very worthy cause. 
A very pleasant outing was arranged for August 6th. to Haddenham , 
which proved to be a beautiful village. The WI had planned a 
Festival of Feasts and Flowers. The WI 's throughout Bucks had 
made exhibits representing ancient Festivals throughout the ages , 
and these were displayed in the village hall. They were very we·11 
made and assembled, and many hours must have been spent in making 
the models and painting the background. The exhibit from the 
local group was entitled 'Halloween •- Witche s, Ghoulies and 
Ghosts and all. The exhi bition, which must have taken a lot of 
research and skill, was a credit to its organisers and makers. 
The Church had a Flower Festival, and among the exhibits were 
some items of ancient clothing, made with beautiful needlework 
and in pristine condition. A very pleasant day out. 
It has been suggested that the outing to the Mary Rose at 
Portsmouth, which was so much enjoyed, should be repeated, as 
some members did not visit the Tape stry at Southsea. If anyone is 
interested please advise Mrs. Crane. 
The speaker for the September meeting will be Janice Lee, and the 
subject 'Crossroads for Charity' (Help for Carers). 
An Autumn Fair is to be held in Burnham by the local group of 
WI 's during October , date to be advi sed. 
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DORNEY 
DEVELOPMENTS 
PRICES 􀆲 
an independent review 
of local affairs 
ALL THE RUNNERS L THE 
Wel cc,me bac k , dear Reader, from your hol iday i n exotic c l imes; 
I know that you await , with bated breath, the posi tion on the 
various development proposal s affecting the v i l l age, together 
with the latest odds, based upon usua l l y wel l infol'"med 
s01.1r ces; 
NRA Flood Rel ief Scheme. 4-1 ON 
Decision this Aut1Jmn. 
Aircraft Doppler. EVENS 
This, you wil 1 remember would be siti.tated ,:.ff Old Marsh Lane, 
and was chc,sen by the Civil Aviation Authority from t heir­ 
original l ist of eight p,::,ssible sites. SBDC decl ined to 
discuss, with CAA, any of the a l ternative sites and approved 
the app l i cation. Strong representations by local residents, 
Distr i c t Council lor, Dorney Parish Coun c i l and ,:,thers, have 
resltl ted in t his appli cation being " ca l l ed in" f,:,r 
considerati,:,n by the Secretary ,:,f State. It is quite l i ke l y 
that an al ternative relocation s i t e wi l l b e chosen. 
Eton Col lege Rowing Trench 4-1 A􀆳AINST 
Decision late Autltmn. The Col lege is rep,:irted to be " not 
optimisti c " 
Dornay School Radavalopment. More infor·mation expected soon. 
I n order to enable phase one of the scheme t,:, proceed, the 
p l ayground was due to be re-located during Augus t . This may 
wel l turn out to be a PR exercise to keep t he governors 
quiet, as no monies for the additi,:,ns have has yet been 
a l located , Rather d i fferent from the old days when you could 
not draw plans, even, unt i l f u l l funding was in place. 
The proposal is now in four phases: 
Phase 1 - New Hal l and anci l l iaries 2-1 AGAINST 
Completion of f u l l p lan 100-1 AGAINST 
Area 12 Gra'Jel site has been deleted from the Buck inghamshil'e 
Plan, bi..tt Berkshire are prc,posing to i n c l ude an adjacent 
site, wit!-, ac cess to Lake End R,:,ad, in t heir Minerals Plan. 
This is oppc,sed by SBDC, DPC and eothers 2-1 AGAINST 
Mo:,re infot·mati,:,n and antepost odds wi l l be of'fered , in dl\e 
course, in rt."'spect of M4 widening, New M3 to M4 Trunk Road, 
3rd Runway Heathrow, and 5th Terminal Heathr-,::,w. 
WRITER' S RIGHT (?) 
I cannot under-stand why our esteemed edit,:,r should 
ttie proposed ro:, undabout at the junction of Meadow 
Harcourt Road. One can only surmise that he thought 
would be a musi cal fairground roundabout , and not a 
device to calm local t raf f i c . 
bject to 
Way and 
that it 
practical 
It is this sort of woo l l y 􀆴nd reactionary thinking that is the 
cause of the current recession. 
He w i l l see no v irtue, I am sure, in the wonderful new large 
concrete curbs, which have now replaced the outmoded granite 
sets in the Vil lage. I think that our County Coun c i l should be 
profusely thanked for t h is completely unsol i c ited improvement. 
Nor de, I U1ink it likely that he w i l l suppor-t those who are 
demanding the removal of Harcc, urt Rc,ad trees, which w,:,uld, 
c lear ly, solve the problem of leaves on the roads and pathways 
and would render more effi cient the additional street l amps 
which are presently the subjec t of consul tation. 
I sha l l be surprised if the recent, much favoured , 
>..tproot the remaining Har-cour-t Road fr,:,nt boundary 
replace them with tidy and effi cent brick wal ls or 
not resul t i ; , f urther intemperate editoria l . 
proposal to 
hedges and 
fences does 

NO CONNECT! ON 
BT Engineers responsible for the diggery in Lake End Road 
have denied that this has any connecti,:,n with the, as yet 
unapproved, Eton Rowing Trench. In fact, they claim that, 
should the road have to be widened, the hc,le exercise wil 1 
have been a waste of time. Nothing unusual for BT, 
BAO ODOUR 
Thames Water have announced the completion of their scheme to 
solve the ''occasional odour problems in the area surrounding 
the sewage treatment works in Slough". The works will be 
officially opened, on 20th September, by John Watts, M.P. 
(good choice, that); it is claimed that the scheme will ensure 
a "steady impr,:,vement in the ,:,dour problem over the next few 
weeks". 
Don't hold your breath. 
On the ,:other hand perhaps y,;:iLt' d better. 
ELEMENTREE 
When are they going to finish tree-lopping in Harcourt Road, 
you may ask. Well, according t,::i the County (de)Foi-esti-y 
Officei- the job is complete. The matter of the replacement of 
the five trees which were amputated by theii- ti-ee surgeons 
i-emains, as yet, uni-esolved. 
Dear Editor, 
ke.jei-s 
47 Harcourt Rd., 
Dorney Reach. 
It is indeed sad to see that Dorney has sunk so low in the 
Best Kept Village competition. The reason for this is quite 
simple.That few people really care,has been demonstrated by 
the lack of support for the 'pick up litter'day. Or was that 
the wrong day as there were other more pressing activities 
going on? There are those who say that if the Eton College 
gravel extraction scheme is approved there will be no reason 
to bother about keeping Dorney tidy. They have a point. May I 
suggest that we forget about the competition next year and 
concentrate on trying to keep the arei tidy over a much longer 
period than just the few weeks when judging takes place. 
Although the Parish Council employs some one to cut the grass 
in various places, could he not trim the verges down Harcourt 
Road on the side neglected by the S.Bucks Council as well? 
Might not one or two people be employed part-time to do that 
work, say one month each on a rota system? It's worth a 
thought. 
In the mean time if any man or woman would like to spend a 
short time during the Summer helping to keep the church yard 
tidy they will be most welcome. Mower,strimmer and petrol are 
available free. This could be a job for those who have 
recently retired and will give more meaning to the saying 
'I'll never know how I found the time to go to work'. 
Yours sincerely, 

19th. September 
11.00 a.rn. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
26th. September 
11.00 a.rn. 
Sidesrnan 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
3rd. October 
8.00 a.rn. 
Sidesman 11.00 a.rn. 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
10th. October 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
BAPTISMS 
August 1st. 
August 15th. 
ST.Jl\MES DUTY ROSTER 
SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Dyson Luke 10 v 25-37 
Miss. Hook Romans 12 v 9-end 
Mrs. Richmond 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Robb 
Mrs. Street 
SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
HARVEST FESTIVAL 
Parish communion 
Mr. Hayton Luke 17 v 11-19 
Mrs. Hayton James 1 v 16-end 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Butcher 
All in Church 
Mrs. Pepler & Mrs. Crewe-Smith 
Mrs. Springbett 
EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Handy 
Combined Family Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs. Westendorp & Mrs. Langton 
All in Church 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
Mrs. Belcher 
NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Handy Matthew 6 v 24-end 
Mrs. Liney Hebrews 11 v 1-2 & 8-16 
Mr. & Mrs Hayton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Belcher & Mrs. Neal 
Mrs. Ames 
Harold Arthur Brades 
Thomas Martin Brades 
John Paul Bosher 
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SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club f'Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
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ISSUE NO. 8/93 OCTOBER 1993 
EDITORIAL 
The Department of Transport's proposal for the M4 motorway 
improvements between junction 4B (M25) and junction 8 (9) 
(Holyport) will be explained at Exnibitions to be held at Holiday 
Inn, Manor Lane, Maidenhead and at Slough Town Hall, Bath Road on 
Tuesday 5th. October from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. 
Representatives from the Motorway Widening Unit and their 
Consultants will be there to explain the proposals and to answer 
questions, and a copy of the Public Consultation Leaflet will be 
available. 
As widening is already under construction nearer London it seems 
inevitable that the proposal will become a decision, - to the 
detriment of this Parish. The Exhibition will, at least, acquaint 
us with a schedule of aggravation! 
I will attend in the faint hope that some opposition to the 
scheme may be possible, and even fruitful, although as a frequent 
motorway user this is perhaps a hypocritical attitude. But does 
an extra lane solve the problem, exacerbate it, or simply move it 
further downstream? 
With the deterioration of public transport in this country, it is 
hardly surprising that there is a constant demand from the 
private motorist and hauliers for more, and improved, roads. 
The curtailment and abolition of many country rail and bus 
services has made a rural journey by public transport a long and 
torturous business, or even an impossibility, and the motor car 
is an absolute necessity for many country dwellers who desire 
mobility. 
But it is not only in the more remote areas that travellers have 
taken to the car. Commuters to London too are abandoning the 
railway for the road; which from here is the M4. British Rail, in 
launching the current local timetable to Paddington, did its bit 
to foster-the use of public transport by cutting the 
Taplow/Paddington/Taplow service by 27%! BR 1 s answer to my 
protest was that its investigation indicates that the current 
service is sufficient for the nwtlber of passengers travelling. 
This may be true, because years of rail service reduction, 
increased fares, inflated station car park charges and general 
unreliability have persuaded would-be passengers to drive to 
Town. 
The Government's proposal to counter this trend is to make 
driving to London more expensive and fraught with penalties. This 
is very negative thinking. If all the car drivers were forced on 
to public transport the whole system, as it stands at present, 
would be overwhelmed. What is needed is frequent trains, cheaper 
fares and free station car parking. Combine this criteria with 
manned BR and Underground stations for the safety of all 
passengers and in particular late night travellers, and the 
incentive to travel by rail would be irresistible. 
Until this Country gets an efficient public transport system, 
both for passengers and freight, Dorney and many other 
communities will suffer the price of Motorway development. 
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From Revd Colin Pontin. October 1993. 
We are now well on into the final quarter of the year. Before 
sitting down to write this (early September) I had just completed 
the service plan for our three churches which will take us up to 
Christmas. By the time this article is printed and in circulation 
early Christmas decorations will be appearing in our shops! Such is 
the pace of our lives. Time flies ••••·· TO WHAT? 
lSiovceise tyw ipthe rfsrueandeetsi cu sa ctthiavti twye ahnadve a ctcou mbuel a'stuec cveassts fuqlu'a ntaintdi ewse offi lolf toeunr 
useless articles. (someone once defined 'civilisation' as 'the 
gmruelatit plsiecnistey ooff furnunsetcreastsiaorny itnh imnagsn'y) .l iIv esa.m aWwahraet, ahroew ewvee r,d oionfg ?;a 
where are we going? This is especially true today as the scientific 
barriers are broken. The newspaper contained a report last week on 
rae dnuenwd angte'n ietr atsiaoidn! o(fm inrdo byootus, tmhya ts imwpoluel dw otrhdi npkr,o ce'smsaonr wmialkle s smoeo nf ebeel like that now anyway!) 
Someone recently wrote: 
'If death is the only reality we have to look forward to, then life 
is no more than a joke - and a bad one at that. Quite simply, if God 
does not exist then life is a waste of time, an idle sham. Why care 
about starving people in the world if de􀆉th is mankind's only true 
reality? Why care about injustice or anything else? But God does 
exist: his love surrounds us and he cares for us and all creation. 
As we crowd our lives with activity we drown ourselves to God's 
voice calling us - but that doesn't mean he isn't there. ' 
Afuatiuthm n cuwlimtihn aittisn gt hienm eAsd voefn tT haanndk sgChirviinsgt,m asR ermeemmibrnadnsc eu sa nadg atihne olfi fGeo do'fs 
continuing love and care. We need to listen to his voice and seek to 
share in the work of creation. The writer of the above article 
continued ..•. 
'Life is not about grasping things for ourselves but about 
dleivveelso pgainign pouurrp orseel aatnido ntshhei pv arwiiothu s Gfordu.s tOrnactei onwse wree ceoxgpneirsiee ntchei sg,a ino uar 
new perspective.' 
Perhaps this is a time of the year when we ne,1d to re-assess our 
perspectives. ilha t is most important to us ? Does it deserve the 
tiomp orthtae nctee mpwoer aartyt arcaht hteor itth?a n tAhree we peetrehranpasl ?g iving undue attention 
Colin. 
Jenifer and I would like to express our appreciation to you all for 
the many expressions of goodwill and the lovely gifts that you gave 
to us on Sunday 5th September to mark my ea-licensing to the 
Parishes of Eton and Dorney. The presentation was totally 
unexpected. I am not usually lost for words but I was on that 
occasion ! 
We have both considered it a privilege to have worked with you 
during the last few years. Anything that has been achieved during 
this period is, of course, as much your doing as ours. This is a 
'Team operation, and your support and encouragement have been 
greatly appreciated. 
We both look forward to continuing to work with you and are sure 
that great things lie ahead foe Loth of our Parishes. 
Colin and Jenifer. 

VISITING IN THE PARISH. 
One of the problems of being in charge of two parishes and three 
different commun ities is that time is often taken up in doing the 
urgent rather than the important! In the old days the Vicar was 
much more in touch with his community and would receive up to the 
minute news of his parishioners on a regular basis; sadly , this is 
no longer the case. Life is more hectic, admin istration takes more 
and more time and we are all more isolated from one another. 
One of the consequences of this is that cases of illness and real 
need in the parish sometimes go un-noticed. 
To help avoid the above may I ask everyone for their co-operation to 
tell me , or someone in the church , of cases of illness or need so 
that appropriate action can be taken. Mis takes and oversights will 
always happen, but if we work together they can be kept to a 
minimum. 
Your help will be much appreciated. 
Colin. 
RIVERSIDE TEAM IIEWS. 
We offer our congratulations to Chris and Phoebe Russell and their 
family on the safe arrival in August of their new baby son. They 
have named the baby Tom. 
THE 'ARK' - CHILDREN 'S HOLIDAY CLUB. 
The Children 's Holiday Club, organised during August was a great 
success. Our Team Rector, The Revd. Bill Knight, wrote as fol lows : 
"For r,1onths we had been looking forward to The Ark, our summer club 
for children, and suddenly it I s all over - and yet there' s an 
important respect in which it has only just begun. 
The Ark was firstly, a great success in that it attracted a large 
number of . youngsters to hear something of the gospel as they shared 
together 1n all that was on offer. Beyond its ministry to our young 
people, howe ver , The Ark had the added benefit of being a natural 
area for our local churches to work together beyond the limits of 
the parish and denomi nation , and in this respect The Ark has greatly 
encouraged us to work together to nurture our common life in the 
body of Christ . ...•.•••••...•. 
We may discuss and pray about Church unity and we may ponder its 
􀋠cclesiology until the cows come home, but The Ark has shown that it 
is when we are united in some common and lively purpose in Mission 
that we can take real steps forward in and towards unity. 
􀋡e can hope. that . by setting sail in The Ark we have begun together a 
Journey which will take us to some exciting places - let I s wish 
ourselves Bon Voyag e ! . '' 
I ,3.:n sure that I speak for you all in saying a very big 'Thank You' 
to Richard Hancock our Youth Worker, and all those in our our 
Parishes in the Riverside Team who gave of their ti.ne and energy to 
help with The Ark. 
Colin. 
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SUNDAY SCHOOL. 
The Sunday schools in the two parishes have met with varying success during the l a s t year or so . At present there is a shortage o f 
leaders and a lower attendance by the children in the three groups . 
The who le s i tu a t io n ha s been carefully considered by a l l involved 
and a new pattern of Sunday activity for the children agreed which commenced in September. The weekly Sunday Schools closed and a ll 
three groups combined for a special meeting in the Church/Church 
Room, S t John the Baptis t , Eton Wick. 
From Sunday October 17th and thereafter on every third Sunday of the 
month the new meeting arrangements will continue. 
All children from our two Parishes between the ages of 5 - 10years 
old are invited to attend at 10.45am at the Church/Church Room of St 
John the Baptist, Eton Wick. The child􀈶en w;11 engage in 
fun/teaching activity during the morning ending with a communal 
activity, and will be available for collection by parents/relatives 
at 12.00 noon onwards . 
For the present the Sunday School at Dorney - 1 JIMMYS 1 
- will 
continue to meet on the interim weeks ( ia. 2nd and 4th Sundays) and 
will be open to any children in our two parishes who wish to attend. 
From the age of llyears + all young people will be eligible to j oin 
the Eton/Dorney Youth group which meets in the Eton/Dorney Centre 
twice a month under the leadership of Colin and Rosemary Morton 
(details on request) . 
It is hoped that this. new pattern will provide an opportunity 􀈷or 
children to be involved in church life in a major way at least twice 
per month (Family Service on the ;st Sunday and Activity Morn􀈸ng on 
the third , ) and that that this will not only be more attractive to 
them , but will also enable us to make the best use of the resources 
available. 
ALL CHILDREN ARE WELCOME. 
CHURCH CLEANING 
May I take this opportunity of expressing our than􀈹s for all 
those who assist in the cleaning of the church. Whilst you are 
not often seen at work we all benefit from the result. 
unfortunately we have lost one or two volunteer cleaners who have 
moved away and replacements are urgently needed. The more 
cleaners we have, the fewer times the existing cleaners are on 
duty. 
If you can help please contact me on Burnham 663593. 
David Pepler. Churchwarden. 
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held in September 1993. .J JTahne eC oPuagncei, lw ahco cdeputreindg w hitehr gterneuarte r aegs rCelte rthke hraes siogfnfiactiiaotne dof wMitrhs. great efficiency and good humour. We will be welcoming in her 
place Mrs . Jean Foster-Key. 
1. Trees. Replacement trees have been ordered for those which 
have not survived the year. The contretemps concerning the 
freumllbilnesg oatn , thane d ctohrne emr aotft eHr arisc outor t bRe oatdak eannd uDpo bryne you Rr eaCcohu nRtyoa d Councillor. 
2 . Repairs to the bus shelters and Memorial Garden gate have been 
c3.a rrEixetdr a ousttr.e et lighting is being considered. On the whole the 
aColwunaycsi lp ioss shibaplpey o wnei thli gthhet mseigrhvti cbe ep mroivsbidehedav binyg t h-ei StE Bta. keIts oins 
average ten days to repair - but we would ask parishioners to 
report to Councillor Coish immediately when there is a problem. 
4. Finance these last two months include; £40 grass cutting, £150 
Ebkusi nssh efoltlleorw irnepga tihres , Tr£e6n,c3h4 5I n(qinuicr. yr, ef£u5n0d haibrlee VoAfT V) ictaor aMgeess, rs£.2 87 
Cine . VAT) audit fee, £50 Memorial gate repair, £20 hedge 
cutting, £1,500 for the safety barriers for the Village Hall 
c5a.r Pplaarnkn.i ng. It was noted that the proposed CAA beacon 
application has been ' called in' by the Minister; the Council 
croenart inouf e5s , iMtesa doobwje Wctaiyo wnas.s Trehfeu aseppd laincadt hioans gtoon eer etoct apa pheoaul.s e to the 
6. Following investigations by Councillor Page, the Parish 
Council was treated to the complexities of grass cutting 
responsibilities in the Parish. There are no less than 4 1/2 
authorities involved ; Bucks County Council, Dorney Parish council 
sPuabr occohniatrl acChteudrc bh yC oBuCnCc, iSlo, uatnhd B uac vkasg Duei starreiac tw Choiuchnc siele, mDs orton ebye the 
pnoronvseinncsei coafl , noso o nthe ei nP aprairshti cCouulnacr.i lT ihnitse wnodusl dto s edeemfi nteo ba e 'ptolatianll y 
pcruotp' eerxtcieepst, fsourb swthataito nSBs DaC ncda Trrruimeps eoru'st F(wiheilcdh) ains do uintsviidtee Council 
specifications. 
m7o.w Tehrse rean hd asb ikbeese n arae spthaet ef aosfh biorneaabkl-ei npsr erye.c eWnet lyur gine vthige ialarnecae; alnawd n 
care in looking after this vulnerable property. Should you see a 
strange car or van, note its number - this could be valuable 
isnufsoprimciaotiuosn. . Ring 999 immediately if you see something 
u8n.p Tlheeas SaBnDtnC eisss oinf audoggu rfaotiunlgin ga. scThheims ec doueslidg nbee dq utoit er eda umcea jothre undertaking and further investigations are afoot( ! ) 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
For details please contact Karen Jones 0628 25037 
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NATURE NOTES August/September 
BI rohoakve. bTeheeyn atroeld dWisattienrg Ruaisihl eds ombye taim leos nagr, e resdee nb iolnl . RTohuenydm hoaovr e 
olive brown upper parts with the remainder blue grey and their 
flanks are prominently barred black and white. I · found some woolly bear caterpillars amongst my lettuce so there 
wkiitlclh esono. n be Tiger Moths. A Willow Beauty Moth came into our This has pretty lacy patterns in varying shades of grey 
and brown. I am pleased to report that more Red Admirals and 
Speckled Wood butterflies have been seen lately. 
Along the M4 footpath I found a dead Dragonfly and Red Underwing 
Moth which probably flew too low and were hit by traffic. The 
Danrda goisn folyft wena s seAeensh nina gourarn dariesa,. coImmtso gnalyuz yk nowwinng as sh atvhee Bar ogwonld Hsahwekeern 
aTnhdis thlaer gboe dmy oitsh hstarsi pfoerde wyienllgosw .i nT ahet tRraecdt iUvned eprwatintger wnas so af mbeailgee. and 
brown. At the edge of the red underwings is a wide band of dark 
brown and another across the red part. It is frequent in areas 
which have willows and poplars as the caterpillars feed on the 
leaves . 
.Another walk along the Barge Path was interesting mainly because 
I found a huge Yellow Sulphur Polypore on an elm stump. This 
fungi grows in tiers on deciduous and stone fruit trees. It is a 
preedrdniicshio burso wpna rraositt. eH ocwaeuvsienrg, othne a hestaurmtp ofi tt whei llt rheeel pto t bheec ormoet tian g 
Bpyro tchees st. hird week in August large skeins of Canada Geese were 
flying over an hour before sunset to find sleeping quarters for 
the night. They return at different times next morning. There 
seem to be three separate skeins and are a familiar sight at 
this time of year. 
I noticed my cat watching something in a flower bed and on 
investigation it turned out to be a very large frog. I persuaded 
it to give several leaps to safer territory. 
The large field bordering Old Marsh Lane and the path to .Amerden 
Plarrigorey nuims bae rs's eotf aSpsiedare 'T. h'l'ihset lge raabsosu nisd . bBlieradchse dl iknee atrhlye wseheitdes banudt 
they will spread to parts where they will be a nuisance. 
Lois Parker. 
DORNEY WOMEN' S INSTITUTE September 
After a very welcome break from the August holiday month it 
tseheamt edso ma etloimnges taim elo nsign cber etakh ef rloams tn moremetailn rgo uantdin eb roduugthiets a isr emnointd er 
always a good thing. The writer of this report has the bad habit 
of leaving production until the last day of acceptance, and in 
August, even having the extra time, even the acceptance day was 
nmoitssees d anadn dt whea s oam idsasiyo nla otfe , itreemsus lwtionrgt hi nre choercdtiinc gs. cOranme bsluec, hm iitsleami, d 
at the July meeting, was the inclusion of a demonstration of Dog 
Owbhoe dhiaedn cbe eTenra vineirnyg w beyl lM tirsasi nSetdru bgyn ehlelr w pitrehv hioeur s loowvneelyr , dMoga rg'aMraests ' , 
Kilpatrick, a much respected and well-liked ex member of Dorney 
WI. The demonstration was most interesting and proved how worth 
while this training is, for any breed of dogs. Several members 
tried their hand, with unquestioning obedience from Mass, who 
would be a welcome addition to our meeting at any time. 
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Dtoa tbees theol bd ea nt oBtuerdn fhoamr OPactrokb Hera llin actlu d10e. t3h0 ea 9.tmh. . by- alonc Aault WumI n gFroauirp s. 
Diosr nhoepye WdI, wa iglolo bd e apttreonvdidanincge. a 22Tnomdb. o-laG arnoudp R Meefreetisnhmg eantt sG, eporlugse it 
Green, Wexham. 27th. - a Knit-In in aid of Winged Fellowship at 
ftOhre whohmiec ho af Mderls.e gHautde daanrdt. se2v8tehr.a l -vHiasiltf-oYresa arlrye Croeuqnucirield M. eeting, 
The Speaker this month was Janice Lee, of Crossroads Charity. The 
idea for this organisation was apparently taken from the 
Crossroads series on television and now has over a hundred groups 
throughout the country. The purpose of this most worthwhile 
organisation is Help for Carers, Carers in this instance being 
people who have seriously ill or disabled persons living with 
them and needing their assistance. This can be a full time 
occupation, taking much physical and mental energy and, in many 
cpraosveisd, ew itthhis laitstsilset aorn cneo, wouhticsihd eg ihveels p.v aTluhea bCler obssrreoaakds s frgormou pt his onerous task and is much appreciated by the Carers. The people 
gariev iwngil ltihnisg tsoe rvgiicvee mtuhestir btei mae v teory o stpheercsi awlh go roaurep doof inpger asonn esq, uwahloly 
valuable service. our grateful thanks to Crossroads for their 
wonderful efforts and our remembrance to assist when financial 
appeals for help are published. 
Next month' s Speaker will be Mrs. Pittaway on the Mary Rose. 
The Competition will be any item that has a connection with 
Ships . 
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At 
Lunchtime 
Tolstoy 
And 
La wrD.Hen. ce 
We shall discuss two novels that explore the 
search for fulfilling relationships and the 
contrast between agricultural and urban 
values. The texts are Tolstoy's Anna 
Karenina and D.H. Lawrence's 
The Rainbow. 
For enrolment and 
further information 
Annac Honentalecyt:- King 
1 Vine Cottages 
Ashford Lane, Dorney 
Windsor SL4 6QX 
Tel: Burnham 
(0628) 605970 
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& SOLENT 
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Tutor: Sue Edgell 
Fee: £23.00 
10 Weekly meetings 
on Thursdays from 
12.30 - 2.00pm 
starting on 
30 September 1993 
At: 1 Vine Cottages, 
Ashford Lane, 
Dorney (near 
Pineapple Pub) 
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Friday 22nd October 
Saturday 13th November 
Friday 19th November 
DORNEY W. I . 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.c.c. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 60 ' s CLUB 
DORNEY AND ETON WICK 
YOUTH GROUP 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
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The Macmillan Nurse Appeal 
Coffee Morning. The Vicarage , 
Lake End Road. 10 a.m-12 noon 
DDHS Cheese & Wine 
Charities Fair. Teachers ' Centre, 
Queens Road, Slough. 11 a.m-2 p.m. 
DDHS Annual General Meeting 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i . e . September, November & January. 
Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage, Dorney. 
Tuesdays 12.15-2 .00 
Dates: 12/10 9/11 
7/12 Christmas Dinner 
Meet at the Vicarage, Dorney. 
Sundays 7-9 p.m. (Age 11 plus) 
Dates: 10/10 31/10 
14/11 28/11 12/12 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7 . 30-10 . 30 p.m. 
Every Friday Dorney School 
3 . 30- 4 . 30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7 . 30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7 . 15-9 p.m. • • 
Mrs . Pat Guider 0628 71668 • • 
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator: - Mike Hoile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE POLICE ACTION 
TELEPHONE 999 
The Parish Council is trying to build up an overall picture 
of local break-ins . 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Hoile 
who will keep the Council informed. 
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DEANERY 
HOSPITAL 
CHAPLAINCY Some time ago the Hospital 
Chaplain, the 
Revd. Philip Harboard, 
asked for volunteers to 
form a 'Team' of IaY 
visitors to assist him in 
his work. 
This article is by one of 
those volunteer 
visitors .... 
Colin Pontin 
A CHAPLAINCY VISITOR'S PERSPECTIVE 
When Philip asked me to write this article he said include the whys; 
whats; enjoyment and values that I perceive as a chaplain's visitor. 
So this perspective comes as one visitor within the visitor's team. 
As I am Slll"e each one of us will bring our distinctive impression to 
share. 
As resident Chaplain at Wexham Parle HospitaL Philip is supported 
by a Free Church Minister, RC Priest end Anglican NSM . Directly 
under his wing also come the 'Visitors'. lay men and women 
from various church backgrounds from around the erea. He has 
gradually built up the visitors team, with its distinctive ethos but 
like any body of people. some move, some get sick and some retire. 
There is always a need for more people on his team. Some people 
have been visitors for over 10 years. I am a newcomer, just 2 years. 
To help define the parameters of chaplaincy visiting we have a job 
description. worked out between Philip and the personal administrator 
which give a sense of recognising the value that the hospital 
places on the work of the chaplain's department. important in times 
of change and financial considerations within the NHS. For although 
'Visitors' are all volunteers, in the hospital service today, (as 
reflected at Wexham) it is the quality of its people that are also 
important. 
Why become a chaplain's visitor? The answers to that will be many 
and varied. I became one because I suppose I had no excuse not toll! 
I had heard Philip speak about the work end the need end was already 
looking to broaden my Christian witness in practical terms. I 
had worked in the NHS some years beforeand had an understanding 
of life and work in a busy general hospital and wanted to be in greater contact with people and of comse as 
He is wont to do God tends to put the person to the time and place in which he expects to find them. I had 
no excuse! ! ! 
What do I do as a visitor? My particular ward, 5, is a general medical ward. (Each visitor has their own 
ward. important for building relationships and keeping continuity). On this ward patients are often short 
stay and staff changes (particularly those in training), are frequent. Some patients are though, longer tenn. 
Usually J make the point of speaking with the ward sister or staff nurse before I start to go round the ward. 
This enables me to touch base and find out if there is anyone especially who would welcome a visit or a 
chat. Au.'allaries, nurses and students when not too busy welcome a word. However, there is no formula 
for visiting. One day it may literally be a 'flying visit', where apart from making oneself known on the ward 
nobody in particular wants or feels the need for the visitor. Yet another day may be quite different. There 
might be one or a number of people wanting to talk; share or complain; cry or just be still with some one. 
They might require the Chaplain or other ministers. Not everybody has faith. some have none, others are 
sk.eptical but what almost everybody welcomes is a listening ear and the most important thing you can do 
as a visitor is to be sensitive to and aware of. what the situation is, going on around that person. Picking 
up any messages they may be giving out and listening especially in a faith and need context. 
The enjoyments are many. The Chaplain's occasional lunchtime meetings with a departmental speaker 
gives us all an opportunity to share news and views and updates in hospital business. It builds on the corporatencss 
of the team. There are also shared prayer and sometimes a Eucharist We always continue 
with a sandwich lunch courtesy of the hospital kitchens. Other things enjoyed include meeting people of 
all persuasions and none. Meeting people from other church in the area and catching up on their church 
news and perhaps discovering mutual friends. Occasionally being part of putting people back in touch 
with their roots in faith. listening and sharing life's experiences. I guess it's just abut being there. 
Personal values gained? Of being part of a wider caring community. A sense of humility as sick people, 
vulncrabk and often afraid to invite you into their lives, whether or not they are religious, because they ore 
in need. This affirms the nWHY?M become a chaplain's visitor to me. It says above all thing.5, that recognised 
or not by patients in need,. Christ is in this place with us now and will always be where people are in 
need of Him. My task as a Christian is to witness to that by just being there also. Sue Smith 
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DDOERVNEELYO PMENTS 
NO NAFF NIFF (NOT NOW) 
AN INDOEFPE NDENT REVIEW 
LOCAL AFFAIRS 
Your -orrespondent was invited to the opening of the Slough 
Sewaoe Works Odour Alleviation Scheme. It has to be said that, 
afte; four glasses of red wine, no noticable smell was 
apparent. I had intended to explain, at the Harvest S1Jpper and 
in sc,me detail, the full processes involved, but this proYed 
not t0 be feasible; I can tell you that the offending tanks 
have been covered and the enclosed smell& are then digested 
bioct,emically. Simple and effective. Cost, 3 million pounds, 
but claimed to be 95¼ efficient. Unfortunately, storm water 
may ,_,ccasionally be diverted to Manor Farm Lagoons, and 
become odiferous when drying out. 
ASPHALT JUNGLE 
Predictably, the County Council was unable to complete the new 
School playgr,:,und during the summer holidays, these being of 
only some seven weeks in duration. Those associated with the 
School are now convinced that their new Hall is but a few 
month􀅃 away, but confirmation is still awaited that funds will 
be made available by C,:,unty. The Village Hall Committee must 
be c,.,;1,mended upon the design of their new Car Park which 
sh,:,,.1:;􀅄 last mu..:h longer than anticipated as many hurrying 
pare􀅅,􀅆􀅇, finding th􀅈mselves now unable to execute a quick 
handbrake turn, drop their charges outside the car park ! 
UNITREE AUTHORITY 
The C0unty Council continue to refuse to allow replacement of 
the ''diseased'' trees in Harcourt Road, which were so brutally 
butchc,,l'ed by their sub·· contractors. The County de-F,::irestry 
OfficGr seems unaware of any trees that do not, inevitably, 
reacr, a heiqht of less than 30 feet. I understand that County 
are currentiy formulating a policy, designed to reduce the 
numbe􀅉 of trees adjacent to highways, but any such idea is 
being strongly resisted by all Parish Councils in South Bucks. 
UNITARY AUTHORITY 
It seems likely that the nice Mr. Major will soon give the 
C,::i;nmission the qo-ahead to re-start their investigations, 
prob2.􀅊.:.<ly with firmer government guidell.ines. B._tckinghamshire is 
amon􀅋 those next on the list; most favoured local solution is 
that-Souti1 Bucks would join with Chiltern District. If you 
think that Bucks County Council should be abolished and that 
we should not be joined with Slough, write and tell SBDC. 
NO BARKING 
Talki􀅌g of dogs, the District Council is seeking the 
co-operation of Parish c,:,1Jncils and dog owners in a campaign 
against the fouling of footways. 
WATCH OUT Villains are again ,:,n the move, locally; unsecured 
bicycles & lawn mowers are particularly at risk. If you see an 
unfamiliar and or suspicious vehicle, make a note of the time 
and reoistrati,;in number and advise local vigilante, Mike 
Hc,ile. -Reports will be treated in confidence and only used if 
crimes and times coincide. 
The police cannot be everywhere, and we are lucky to have Mike 
and his merry band of co-ordinators to run our Neighbourhood 
Watct, scheme. Help them to rid ourselves of this nuisance. 
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17th. October 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
24th. October 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
31st, October 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 11. 00 a.m. 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
7th. November 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 11.00 a.m. 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
14th. November 
10.45 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST. JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
LAST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Ames John 17 v 1-10 
Mrs. Parker Philippians 3 v 7-end 
Mrs. Coish & Mrs. Paton 
At Eton Wick 
Mrs. Armstrong 
Mrs. Smith 
NINTH SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Dollimore Jonn 3 v 1-8 
Mrs. Pepler Revelations 4 
Mr. & Mrs. Pepler 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
Mrs. Street 
EIGHTH SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Liney 
Combined Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs. Street 
Mrs. Springbett 
SEVENTH SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS 
Holy Communion 
Mrs. Richmond 
Combined Family Service at Eton Wick 
All in Church 
Mrs. Robb 
Mrs. Belcher 
SIXTH SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS 
REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY 
Remembrance 
Mrs. Baker 
Mrs. Hayton 
Mrs. Ames 
Day Service 
) Readings to 
) be advised 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Pepler 
Mrs. Ames 
Service of Blessing and Dedication 
following the marriage of :- 
Jonathan Longden and Tracy Pettit 
Peter Harris and Diana Foster 
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September 25th. 

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SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club ("Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 &NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : {0628} 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag HIii Rise 
Taplow 
Maidenhead, Berks 
Tel : (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
a message at Dorney Vicarage, Tel: (0628) 662823 
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ISSUE NO. 9/93 NOVEMBER 1993 
COMMENT 
When, last month, I wrote of the development of the M4 through 
Dorney, I had no idea of the enormity of the proposal. The 
prospect of an additional lane each way was bad enough, but the 
now revealed plan to route twelve lanes of traffic through the 
parish is surely beyond the pale. 
We seem to be constantly under threat. Gravel extraction, flood 
relief channel, rowing trench, - and now, traffic pollution. Even 
Captain Corcoran, who never, or hardly ever, used a big, big D 
would be moved to say, 11 It's one damn thing after another". -- 
As I drove home from The Department of Transport's Exhibition 
this surfeit of afflictions brought to mind Dante's traveller 
confronted with the trials and terrors of the Inferno, for as I 
approached the 'Dorney Reach' road sign on the slope of the M4 
bridge I imagined it surmounted by the warning words from the 
third canto 'ABANDON HOPE, ALL YE WHO ENTER HERE'. 
THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Council 
held in October 1993. j 1. The Council decided to bring to an end the long running 
correspondence concerning the tree felling in Harcourt 
Road/Dorney Reach Road. We are assured disease and the 
interference with overhead cables necessitated the felling, and 
replacements are impossible because of the proximity of 
utilities. 
2. our county Councillor informs us that some form of traffic 
calming is under consideration, as our accident rate does qualify 
for some such scheme, and recommendations will appear in due 
course. 
3. While pleased to see our gutters swept at long last, the 
Council remains concerned at the standing water on the road 
across the Common, particularly at this time of heavy rain. It 
appears that the road surface is to blame - there is 'poor 
cross fall on the carriage way'. 
4. Finance this month included £40 for one grass cut, £80 energy 
charges SEB. 
5. Slough Borough has approved the change of use of Manor Farm to 
office use. we understand this is in connection with a philatelic 
concern. Stamps, to you and me, but at least this enterprise 
should not threaten us with heavy lorries. 
6. Unfortunately, Mrs. Foster-Key felt unable to take up the post 
of Parish Clerk, so once again we are looking for someone to come 
forward and fill this office. In the meantime, councillor Mrs. 
Millward is 'filling in', but we must have a committed person, 
not a Parish Councillor, with a knowledge of typing and some 
bookkeeping. Any offers? - it is a paid job! 
7. And now the M4 widening. The Council discussed this in broad 
terms. It was appalled at the scale of the enterprise, which is 
far greater than anyone expected, and its effects more 
devastating. While acknowledging the need for some 'improvement' 
this scheme would seem to be a whole new project. Moreover, the 
'environmental improvements' described, seem to the Council of 
very doubtful value. The Council was also very concerned at the 
way this project had been presented to those residents most 
directly affected. At the November meeting the Council will 
present a more detailed response. In the meantime, please see the 
notice elsewhere in the magazine. 
8. Next Meeting 9th. November at the Dorney Vicarage. 
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From Revd Colin Pontin. November 1993. 
Autumn, according to the poet, is: 
1 The season of mists and mellow fruitfulness'. 
This year it has also been the season of almost continuous rain. It 
seems hardly credible that this time last year we were being 
threatened with water shortages and gloomf forecasts that just fell 
short of 'the end of the world being nigh through lack of rain. 
We quickly forget past problems in the rush and tumble of 'today'. 
This month we have two major 'Remembrances'. 
The first, November 14th, Remembrance Sunday, reminds us of past 
conflicts when we remember with gratitude all those who died in the 
two world wars and in many other areas of confrontation since. 
Someone asked the question recently .. 
"Isn't it time we stopped this formal day of remembrance? It no 
longer has any significance for today's generation." 
We need to remember that I today I s generation' only enjoy the 
freedoms and liberty they do in this country because of those who 
died. Perhaps it is even more important today therefore, that we 
should be reminded of the sacrifices that were made to enable us to 
live in freedom. 
November also 
Sunday when we 
lost and weary 
brings a message of hope. Sunday 28th is Advent 
remember the time when the promise of a Saviour to a 
world became a reality. 
The ever present danger is that we sometimes live more in the past 
than the present. The past is important. We can learn from past 
mistakes and hopefully avoid making them again. The message of 
Advent however, projects us on to the future. It reminds us that 
however bad the past, in Christ we have a future beyond compare if 
we will only take God at his word, and that is up to us. 
November is, therefore, 'Bitter Sweet'. If we come to Remembrance 
Sunday without the reality of Advent then we have little hope and 
life seems pointless indeed. With the Advent hope, however sad 
and negative the past may have been we have the promise of God 
himself that 'The best is yet to be.' 
I hope that you will all join with us for the Remembrance Day 
Services. But I hope also, that you will join with us to remember 
Advent and experience afresh the joy and hope that is available to 
us in Christ. 
Colin. 

EVENING SERVICE. 
PLEASE NOTE . . . . . . 
The evening service which until recently has been held on the last 
Sunday of the month in the Church of St John the Baptis t , Eton 
Wick, has now been changed t o : 
6.30pm on the THIRD Sunday o f each month. 
ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN WITH US FOR THIS SERVICE. 
BIBLE STUDY GROUP. 
fhe programme for November and December is as follows: 
􀈍ovember 4th: No Study Group meeting. Instead the group with, we 
􀈎ope, many others , will be attending the evening to be taken by Bp 
Simon Burrows , The Bishof of Buckingham at St Pau l ' s Church, Slough. 
the evening entitled 'IT S MY BELIEF ' will be the Bishop's personal 
jeclaration of faith. 
fhe evening is open to all ; Chris tians, non-Christians ; agnostics 
1nd atheists. All are welcome. 
'{ovember 11th. 
'.iovember 18th 
􀈏ovember 25th. 
Daniel part 4 . 
Daniel part 5. 
Daniel part 6. 
) all the meetings this month a t 
􀈐 8.00pm The Vicarage, Eton Wick. 
'.lecember 2nd General discussion and social evening. 
Eton/Dorney Centre. 
􀈑he s tudy group will then close for the Christmas holiday. 
REMEMBRANCE DAY SERVICES 
ST JAMES CHURCH, DORNEY ) 
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST, ETON ) 
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST, ETON WICK 
It is important to remember those who 
of this century , It is through their 
the freedoms which are ours today. 
10.45am SUNDAY 14th 
NOVEMBER 
3. 00pm .. 
gave their lives in the wars 
sacrifice that we all enjoy 
All are welcome to j oin with us for the above services. 
FEED THE CHILDREN 
Remembrance Sunday November 14th. is the day we remember the 
dead. We also ask you to remember the living - the starving 
children in Bosnia. The lorries go there every week, from 
Reading, taking much needed food. 
May we ask you once again to give tins of meat, or pasta. A 
couple of tins of baked beans would be much appreciated. 
During the week November 8th.-14th. or to St. James the Less 
church on Sunday 14th. Thank you. 
Joe Hayton 
46, Harcourt Road 
Dorney Reach 
Mary Baker 
Elm View 
Marsh L-a,n-e 
Brigit Ames 
Pear Tree Cottage 
Dorney 

Northfield Cottage 
Lake End Road, Dorney 
5th. October, 1993 
Dear Editor, 
I , byW hthiele D boerninegy Wgormaetnef1 su lI nfostri ttuhtee t rwihbicuht ey toou Mkainrgdlayr eitn, cLluudcyed a nind 
your October issue , regarding our demonstration of dog obedience 
rter aoiunri ndgo, gw' sou nladm yeo. u please print a correction in your next issue 
Margaret ' s Blue Merle Border Collie ' s name is LUCY. There 
was a great rapport between Margaret and Lucy and the fact that 
she enjoys working with me helps me to keep a promise I made to 
Margaret, that I would continue with Lucy' s training, a promise 
willingly made. 
We do not enter open competition because I would not have 
Margaret ' s name , as Lucy' s owner, removed from the Kennel Club 
register. 
we continue working at the dog training club where Margaret 
trained Lucy from puppyhood. We have many happy memories and are among our friends . 
DORNEY 
Yours sincerely, 
Anne Strugnell 
RECYCLING SITES 
GLASS CANS 
Palmer Arms Car Park X 
BURNHAM 
Jennery Lane Car Park 
Moat House Hotel 
Neville Court Car Park 
(Dropmore Road) 
Summers Road Car Park 
ETON WICK 
Recreation Ground 
Car Park 
X 
X 
X 
X 
X 
X 
X 
PAPER 
X 
X 
X 
HOUSEHOLD WASTE SITES 
BURNHAM 
TEXTILES 
X 
X 
Crow Piece Lane 
MAIDENHEAD 
GLASS, CANS , PAPER, TEXTILES, OIL, CFC 
and all NON HAZARDOUS HOUSEHOLD WASTE. 
Stafferton Way 
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NATURE NOTES September/October 
A flower which I have not seen in our area before was found 
g(rHoiwerinacgi uimn tahuer afniteialdcu bmy) Yane d Mweaads so. riIgti nisa llthye aO graanrdgeen H aewsckawpeee db ut has now become established as one of our wild flowers . In some 
aanreda hs asi t roiss eqttueits e ocf ommlanonc eboulta ten otl ehaverees . wiItt h garo wfes w6 u-p1 2t hine chstees mh. igThh e 
small clusters of blooms are reddish orange and the stems are 
clothed with blackish hairs which give it the name of Grim the 
Collier in the North. Away from the North it is called Fox and 
Cubs because of its foxy colour, and the small buds surrounding a 
bloom are the cubs. 
Another unusual happening was reported to me from Eton Wick where 
a Tawny OWl and a bird of prey were fighting in someone ' s garden. 
The bird of prey was probably a Red Kite as some have recently 
been released around Henley with the object of reinstating them 
in this country. Kites are really a rich rust colour, not red, 
with a pale head and a deeply forked tail. The feathers have a 
pattern of darker streaks . Kites are scavengers and many years 
ago were numerous in England especially in London where they 
helped to clear up dead and rotting material when waste removal 
was non existent and standards of hygiene low. Thus they 
contributed to the health and well being of a city. Although a 
Tcaowunlyd OWprol teicst smitaslelelrf tvherayn wa eRleld. Kite it is heavily built and 
If there are further sightings of this bird I would be pleased to 
hear . 
It was pleasing to read from the local paper that a salmon ladder 
has been installed at Boveney Lock. The Thames Salmon River Trust 
will be installing a total of 22 ladders to facilitate the 
journey of salmon returning to spawn. It is said there will be a 
true progeny for the first time in 160 years. once the Thames was 
Aonte t ohfis outirm eb eostf ysaelamro nth er ivselirgsh. test breeze rains down conkers on the unwary. There seems to be an excellent crop this year so 
squirrels will have full larders . 
Three of the Australian Ringed Parakeets circled round our garden 
arnedce dnrtolyve m aokffi nga lslt rthide eontth cerr ibeisr. dTs hbeyef woreere dseopoanr tjionign. ed by a fourth 
Lois Parker . 
ARE YOU AWARE 
of the implications that threaten the Parish with the widening of 
the M4 and its attendant trunk road? 
Dorney residents should have received a Department of Transport 
haarneda . oTuht eyst aatsikn gfo trh ye otuwr ov aielwtesr. nAanti vAessse stshmeeyn ht avreep ionr tm ainndd fao sre tth oifs Llaibrgrea rsyc. ale drawings is available for inspection at Maidenhead 
Wsue bmmuissts ioanll coeuxnptrses. s our opinions on their questionnaire - every 
THE MACMILL)IJI NURSE APPEAL 
£216-70 was raised at the Coffee Morning at the Eton/Oorney 
Centre on 1st. October. We thank everyone for their kind 
generosity. 
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DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
urgently requires _a 
PARISH CLERK 
Interesting work, salary in excess ([""
􀈒􀈓
􀈔 
of lOOOpds p. a for around 12 hours 1' • • 
monthly, including participation at ' Q IIJ r-'J n ,J 􀀈IQ, .. aonthly Parish Meetings. "-,,/""􀈕􀈖 v ..,,,......., /,,r_ 
Some typi ng/word processing skills are necessary. ".'-;;} 
Further details from Ken Richmond, phone ( 06 2 8 ) 2697 2 . 
VISITATION IN DORNEY PARISH. 
The results of the ' visitation' which was carried out in July have 
now been analysed. 
The aim of the exercise was to assess, as far as possible, the 
asus pptoo rit tsf ofru ttuhree .c hurch in the local community and to seek answers 
Out of 250 houses visited 67% returned completed questionnaires. 
Of these 56% claimed to be ' Church of England 1 ; the remainder belonging to other churches or no church at all. 
VAillll aogfe thshe oCu ldof rEe mraeisni doepnetns feoxrp rpeusbsleidc aw owrisshhi pt haaltt htohueg hc hmuarncyh isnta tthede that they would not wish to be involved personally . Others 
irnedgiuclaartelyd btuhta tf outnhde yi tw oiumlpdo ssliibklee ftoo r coonmee retaos onth eo r saenrovtihceers. mSoomree 
expressed their willingness to assist financially if required or 
with fund-raising, but again, not in attending the services . 
iSnom em aonfy tphaer iasnhsewse rst odraeyf lewchtiecdh tahree cuinrvreonlvt edfe eilni nrges- owrhgiacnhi saartei ocno mmanodn 
amalgamation with others . The feelings of marginalisation and a 
desire for the ' good old days' when their own Vicar lived and 
worked among them. Sadly , of course, these days are gone for ever. 
There were other miscellaneous comments, 
critical and others encouraging. No 
universal than others . 
some good, some bad, some 
one comment being more 
The above is perhaps a typical response which would come from many 
communities and parishes today. The church no longer has the 
central position it once had and whilst many recognise the 
desirability of the standards it proclaims they do not wish to be 
personal ly involved with the Christian ' Gospel' themselves. 
So where does that leave us? 
Perhaps the first thing to say is that Christian standards and the 
j oy of the Christian life a ... not conveyed by the presence of a 
building however beautiful. These are within the hearts of 
pinladcivei wduhaerles . ChTrhies tibaunisl dcinang miese t thtoe rseh atroe agnidv ee nfcoocuursa gaen odn ep raonvoitdhee ra. 
Without people the building is nothing more than a museum! 
This also, of course, creates a ' catch 22 1 situation. Some of the 
reasons given for non-attendance were I services boring ' , ' nothing 
for the children' ( in fact there is ! ) , not many there etc . . . The 
answers to these lie in personal involvement. In the church today, 
as never before , the presence of a wider and committed congregation 
miisn ivsittrayl .o fI tt hei sc hounrlcyh bbyo teha cphh ysoincea lo fa nuds Sbpietcoimtuianlg tihnavto ltvheed liinf et ohfe 
the church will grow and be effective. 
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Dorney Church has been in existence for hundreds of' years and I 
bhoewlieevveer , tthhaatt tGhoda t hfaust urae gisr eadte pefnudtaunrte onf ore acuhs .o neI oafl suos . bFeliiresvtley, to renew our commitment to our faith in Jesus Christ as Saviour and 
Ldoirsdc ipofl eso urh erliev eosn. eSaerctohn.d lTyh itso irse nnewev eoru r eacsoym miatnmde nwti ltlo obfet eCnh raisskt 'as gars eoaut r dfeaailt ho fg ruosw s( pseor hwaiplsl eovuern unadtetresntdainndgi nag .' boring' service! ) but 
Jesus said to his disciples on the eve of his betrayal 
11Could you not watch with me one hour?" 
Perhaps our li ttle ques tionnaire will raise that challenge with all 
oblfe sussi .n.g.sI sw eo neen jhooyu r7 per week too much to ask in return for all the 
How much of our lives are we prepared to offer to God? 
Tqhuee stPiCoCn nwaiilrle caonndt itnhuee imtop litchaitniko nasn df oprr aoyu r aCbhouurtc hth, e arneds uwlet sw iolfl , thofe cfouuturrsee , wke eeapr ey ohuo pfiunlgl yt oi nh otlhde apni cotpuerne . evAetn isnogm ef osrt aaglel iwnh ot hmea yn ebare rinatiesre-'e.sWtaetdc, h tthoi sm esepta caen!d discuss some of the issues that have been 
Colin. 
CHILDREN' S ACTIVITY HORNING. 
CALLING ALL 5 ·10 year olds , . , . . . . . , , 
Are you bored? . . . . . Nothing to do on a Sunday morning? 
On one weekend a month things could be much more . . . EXCITING! 
On the third Sunday of each month a special 'Activity Morning ' is 
happening . Lots of chances to make things, play games, have fun, 
sing, hear stories - and, at the same time learn about God and about 
the world around us. 
THIS ISN'T SUNDAY SCHOOL . . . . .T HIS IS NEW! 
BIafp tyiosut wCahnut rctho, sEeteo nw hWaitc ki t('osn atlhle abmaoiunt croomaed ) alboentgw eetno S10t. 4J5oahmn atnhde 12. 00noon on the third Sunday of each month. 
THIS MONTH . . . SUNDAY 21st NOVEMBER 
All are welcome . . . S ee yspoauc eths erlee f. t. .! b ut hurry . , we have only few 
COME TO OUR 
SUNDAY GROUP! 

􀀄t l􀀅I 
Minister: 
Rev John L. Lines 
29th September 1993. 
The Methodist Church 
WHITECHAPEL MISSION 
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To all members of the Churches and Schools, 
Eton Wick, Dorney and Boveney , 
c/o The Revd. Colin Pontin, The Vicarage , 69A, Eton Wick Road, 
EWtionnd sWoric,k , Berkshire, SL4 6NE . 
Dear Friends , 
Greetings, once more, in the name of Jesus. 
Last night I visited a certain Vicar•s garage in a place called Eton Wick. Guess wh at? It was full of bags and boxes of food! Yes, I 
c1111e to pick up all the 9ifts from your Harvest Festival. I 1111 really 
thrilled, chuffed, delighted, over the moon and anything else you can 
think of for all the lovely gifts you have sent for our use here. Please accept my heartfelt thanks, on behalf of all the Whitechapel family, for 
the continued care , love and support that your gifts express. 
The time since I left you all has been one of mixed blessings. I spend 
moat of my time trying to raise the £2 ,000 it coats to run this place 
each week. It is hard, because of the problems of our country at the 
present time, money is not easy. Yet God is good, through so many lovely 
folk like you we get constant support. on the other hand I have been 
able to carry out a lot of repai rs and refurbishments to the Wilding, moat to comply with new government legislation for wh ich there are no 
grants. I often say that i am now a administrator, clerk of works , fund 
raiser and social worker, so great are the problems of the growing street 
home less family we are called to help in your name. 
Please carry on lifting us before God in your prayers. 
CENTRES: 
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Saturday 13th November 
Friday 19th November 
1994 
Friday 18th February 
DORNEY W . I . 
DORNEY PARISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P.C.C. 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
OORNEY OVER 60's CLUB 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
DIARY OF EVENTS 
• 
• 
Charities Fair. Teachers' Centre, 
Queens Road, Slough. 11 a.m-2 p.m. 
DDHS Annual General Meeting 
Dorney Church Jumble Sale and Auction 
VThialmlaegs eV Halallely, A7 dpve.mnt. urien Paliady gorfo und and Church Funds 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m􀆿 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i .e. November & January. 
LunVchielolnag ei nH tahlel Vicarage, Dorney. 
Tuesdays 12.15-2.00 
Dates: 9/11 
7/12 Christmas Dinner 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p .m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7 . 30-10 . 30 p.m. 
Eve3r.y30 F-ri4d.a3y0 Dpo.mrn. ey School 
Eve6r-y7 .T3h0 uprs.mda. y Village Hall 
Eve7r.y1 5W-e9d npe.msd. ay the Vicarage • • 
Mrs. Pat Guider 0628 71668 • • 
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH SCHEME 
Chief Co-ordinator: - Mike Hoile 0628 25407 
TO REPORT ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS 
TELEPHONE LOCAL POLICE 0753 506000 
TO REPORT INCIDENTS THATTE LERPEHQOUNIRE E 9I9MME9 DIATE POLICE ACTION 
The Parish Council iosf trlyoicnagl tbore baku-iilnds u. p an overall picture 
Please report such occurrences to Mike Holle 
who will keep the Council informed. 
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DORNEY WOMEN'S INSTITUTE October 
There was a good attendance this month by members who should be 
specially commended because of the dreadful wet weather 
prevailing, and for the fact they thought it worth while making 
the effort to be there. 
In commenting on recent fund raising activities, Mrs . Allen 
expressed appreciation to all who attended the Coffee Morning in 
September in aid of the Thames Valley Hospice, and especially to 
the ladies from Dorney and Taplow, not members of the WI, who 
j oined us on this very pleasant occasion, and assisted in raising 
the very welcome sum of £135 which has been forwarded to the 
Hospice. Our thanks to all concerned. 
A Michaelmas Fair, organised by the WI local groups, was held in 
Burnham on 9th. October. Unfortunately, the weather was not 
co-operative, and potential attendees were kept at home avoiding 
the rain. However , those attending did their best and the efforts 
of all concerned were not wasted. 
The Monthly News Letter contained two items of interest. One is 
the introduction of a County Quiz ; this is a Cryptic Puzzle. The 
quiz sheets will be available at all County events until 
Christmas , or can be ordered from Stuart Lodge . The entry fee is 
2Sp per quiz sheet, available to members and non members, and 
when completed will be entered in a Prize Draw. The second item 
is Emergency Planning. All WI's have been asked if they would 
like to participate in a County scheme to provide help in an 
emergency situation. Advice is also requested from members who 
would be willing to help to answer telephone queries in an 
emergency. 
Mrs. Pittaway gave a very interesting talk, with accompanying 
slides, on a subject which is very dear to the hearts of most 
people - the Mary Rose. A visit to this famous ship had been 
arranged for our annual outing this year and everyone had enjoyed 
it so much. This talk, with its supporting pictures, was a 
reminder, and Mrs. Pittaway was also very knowledgeable on this 
subject . 
The November meeting is the AGM with the election of President 
and Committee for 1994. 
The Competition will be an Autumn Flower or Foliage Arrangement. 
Slough g Ol􀀡trlct Rcllglou􀀢 Studies Centre CllARITIES FAIR 
Saturday 13 November 1993 
1 1am - 2pm 
At East Dt:rksltire Tcedu:rs Cen(n, 
Q11ee11s Rd, off Stoke R(!, Slongb. 
Come along for a snack lunch, 
see the latest resources, 
and buy Christmas gifts & cards 
from a wide range of charities 
including ARMS, CPL, MNDA, 
Tearcraft, Traldcraft and 
Save the Children Fund 
F.11IJ·1mc􀀩 f1'ee. 11mking at 1·em· or lt11ildi11_2, 
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DORNEY 
DEVELOPMENTS 
UNITARY AUTHORITY 
Now get on with it 
AN INDEPENDENT REVIEW 
OF 
LOCAL AFFAIRS 
As I predicted last month, the nice Mr. Major has now given 
the Commission the go-ahead to re-start their deliberations. 
The P.M.is obviously keen to ensure implementation before the 
next General Election and recommendations must be ready for 
the new authority to take over from April 1996. (this might 
not, of course, be quite soon enough) 
Short Tim■ 
A short time scale for such a major happening, you may think, 
is likely to lead to some pretty horrendous compromises. 
But not in Buckinghamshire, we hope, as the solutions seem to 
be fairly obvious - ab,:,lition of the County Council, South 
Bucks to combine with Chiltern District to be our unitary 
auth,::irity. 
No go 
It is most unlikely that Dorney or Taplow will, as some would 
like, become part ,:,f Slough or Maidenhead, ,::1s changes across 
county b,:.rders are not permitted unless 􀄡.1 parties are in 
agreement. 
M4 WIDENING 
Forked Tongue 
The Department oi Transport has for long der1ied that there was 
anything sinister in the delay in publishinq their M4 widening 
proposals. We now know that they have been t.-'cc:,n,::omical with the 
truth - a habit which has not been curPrl at their local 
exhibitions. Questions about construction operations and 
pollution control (sight, sound, atnv,sphere) do not 
necessarily receive consistent answers 
Co-ordinated response 
I understand that there is likely to be strong co-ordinated 
action involving local authorities, MPs and other interested 
bodies. Which is unlikely to change the minds of the Ministry, 
but may well be important in trying to ensure that the latest 
and most effective methods of visual screening and sound 
reduction are used, even tho1.1gh they may c,:,st more. In any 
case, you pay. 
Think about it 
It has befm suggested that on/off spur·s to the proposed trunk 
road -3.t Lake End Road phts access spurs at the A322 Slough 
Road might considerably reduce traffic using the ''rat run􀄢 
through Dorney Village , Eton Wick & Eton, and give residents 
direct access to Maidenhead, avoiding the d􀄣ily A4 tail backs. 
Good idea. Isn't it ? 
Surpri9e 􀄤urprise 
We can well believe that our County Council was unaware of the 
extent of the proposals as they still, apparently, plan to 
contin•te widening the A4 towards Maidenhead. Perhaps they just 
happen to have another job lot of concrete kerbstones 
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21st. November 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
28th. November 
11.00 a.rn. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
5th. December 
8.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11.00 a.m. 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
12th. December 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy's 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST. JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
FIFTH SUNDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Pepler Mark 13 v 14-23 
Miss Hook Romans 9 v 19-28 
Mrs. Perryman & Mrs. Smith 
At Eton Wick 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
Mrs. Smith 
FIRST SUNDAY OF ADVENT 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Hayton Matthew 25 v 31-end 
Mrs. Liney Isaiah 51 v 4-11 
Mrs. Richmond 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Belcher & Mrs. Neal 
Mrs. Street 
SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT 
Holy Communion 
Mr. Handy 
Combined Family Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Butcher 
All in Church 
Mrs. Armstrong 
Mrs. Springbett 
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Dyson Matthew 11 v 2-15 
Mrs. Parker Malachi 3 v 1-5 
Mrs. Langton & Mrs. Westendorp 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
Christmas Arrangements 
BAPTISM 3rd. October Rebecca Webster 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
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SERVICES IN THE PARISH CHURCH OF ST. JAMES 
SUNDAY 
FIRST SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
FIFTH SUNDAY 
OF THE MONTH 
10.45 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
8.00 a.m. 
11.00 a.m. 
St.James' Club ("Jimmy's") 
and Creche at the Vicarage 
Parish Communion 
Holy Communion 
Family Service 
Holy Communion 
Combined Service 
TEAM VICAR OF DORNEY 
Revd. Colin H. Pontin, 
The Vicarage, 
69a Eton Wick Road, 
Eton Wick, 
Windsor, BERKS., SL4 6NE. 
Tel : (0753) 852268 
CHURCHWARDENS 
Mr. Joe Hayton 
46 Harcourt Road 
D orney Reach 
Maidenhead, Berks. 
Tel : (0628) 23769 
Mr. David Pepler 
54 Hag Hill Rise 
Taplow 
Maidenhead, Berks 
Tel : (0628) 663593 
To contact the Revd. Colin Pontin either telephone him direct or leave 
a message at Dorney Vicarage, Tel: (0628) 662823 
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ISSUE NO. 10/93 DECEMBER 1993 
EDITORIAL 
A History of Buckinghamshire, published in 1862, describes Dorney 
as having 'scenery (which) is generally pleasing, and in many 
parts picturesque'. This thought came to me with some force 
during a walk along the Thames on a brilliantly sunny morning 
recently. It occurred to me that, other than the intrusion of the 
M4 to the north, the scenery which I was then admiring was 
probably little changed from that which would have greeted the 
walker in 1862. 
This led me on to appreciate just how lucky we are to live in an 
island of comparative peace within the broad triangle formed by 
Windsor, Slough and Maidenhead, and to realise how right we are 
to resist the encroachments on the countryside which seem to be 
constantly perpetrated by apparently irresistible forces. 
The thought is not of itself new, both within the columns of this 
Magazine, and elsewhere; but it does suggest that constant 
vigilance is required if we are to hope to preserve the 
environment which was noted in the objective history written in 
1862, and which, despite all efforts by those inspired purely by 
the profit motive, can be said still to exist today. 
The profit motive is in itself no bad thing, but let it be 
applied elsewhere than in the 'generally pleasing, and in many 
parts picturesque' scenery of Dorney. 
We wish all our readers, contributors, distributors, 
advertisers and our printers 
a very Happy Christmas. 
CHRISTMAS,# 
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From Revd. Colin Pontin. December 1993. 
A group from our two parishes were privileged lo visit the Holy Land again in Oclolx.-r. 
We had a marvellous trip and I suppose that we all canied away different impressions and 
memories. The stark grandeur of the desert. the vibrant life of Jerusalem., the feelings of awe and 
wonder as we visited the excavations of Ilerod's great temple and walked on the steps on which 
Jesus would have walked and taught., the peace and gcntlc.-ncss of Galilee and the final si..nicc of 
Holy Communion in a boat built to the same design as the one which belonged to Simon Peter, 
drifting on the Sea of Galilee as sun went down with only the lapping of the water to disturb the 
silence. 
One special memory for me was a visil to the 'Shepherd's Fields' outside Bclhlchf,,m which is lhc 
traditional place where the angels visited the shepherds on that first Chrishnas morning. We 
happened to arrive when there were no other visitors present It was quiet and peaceful and we 
read together the passage from St Luke's Gospel. ... 
'And In that region there were shepherds out In the fleld, keeping watch over their 
flocks by night ..... '. 
We looked oul ov1.,-r the di)· valley and hills, so dilforcnl lo the pictures on lhc Chrfatmas cards,. 
Someone suggested we sing!; what else but 'While Shepherd<,1 watched their t1ocks by nlght'. That 
carol will now always recall that place to me. 
The Dedmlin shepherds then, and now, are a hardened group of people not given to fantasy. \Ve 
passed some of th1.,ir encampments with the black goal-hair tents and the herds of sheep and goals 
(another parable brought to lifo!). A most unlikely group to he \.isited by angels, but then so are 
we! But the message was to them and, leaving their flocks they travelled the short distance to 
Bethlehem to 'see this great sight.' I wonder what they expected to find? Bethlehem today and 
probably even more then , is a lawdcy place, They found a baby, in a slablc, in a mang1.,T of all 
places; the mother a young unmanied peasant girl from Na7.areth! But they recognised the 
Saviouc of the world and their pilgrimage was the first of millions \vho have visited since. 
Today, of course, the reality of the presence of the Saviour is not to be found in Bethlehem since 
k-sus is no long1.,-r there. The sign on the door of the Garden Tomb in Jerusalem says ii all .... 
' He is not here, H,• is risen!' 
Christma1; can so easily become another fond memo1y of a baby, a manger and all the a<,1sociations 
which are so appealing. '!be reality is of a living Saviour who can be known and experienced by 
each of us and which can change our lives and outlook as it did for the shepherds all those years 
ago. As the hymn writ(..T put it.. .... 
I seive a risen Sa\.iour, He's in the world today; 
I know that he is living whatever men may say ... 
He lives, He lives, 
Christ Jesus lives today! 
He walks with me and He talks with me 
Along life's narrow way. 
He lives, He lives, salvation to impart! 
You ask me how I know He lives? 
He lives within my hea11. 
That was the experience of the Shepherds and can be ours too this Christmas. 
A very happy and joyful Christmas to you all. 
Colin 
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PARISH OF ETON WITH ETON WICK AND BOVENEY 
PARISH OF ST JAMES, DORNEY. 
(i{liristmas 1 993 
St John the Baptist, Eton Wick St James the Less, Dorney 
Sunday 19th December 
9.30am Morning Worship 8.00am H.Comm. 
4.00pm Carol Service No mid-morning service 
6.30pm Carol Service 
Christmas Eve - Friday 24th December 
4.00pm Christingle Service 5.30pm Christingle Service 
1 1 .30pm Holy Communion 1 1 .30pm Holy Communion 
Christmas Day - Saturday 25th December 
10.1 5am Family Service with 11..Comm --.... _9.00am Holy Communion 
9 .30am Holy Communion ( said BCP) ·---,, 
St John the Evangelist, Eton 
Sunday 19th December 
1 1 .00am Holy Communion 
Sunday 25th Christmas Day. 
10.30am Fam/Ser with H.Comm. 
St Mary Magdalene, Bovenev 
Sunday 12th Dec. 
3.00pm Carol Service 
Sunday 26th Dcccmhc1· (Boxing Day) 
Combined Service of Holy Communion. St James, Dorney. 
NO OTHER SERVICES IN THE OTHER PARISH CHURCHES THIS 
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BUCKINGHAMSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL - EDUCATION DEPARTMENT 
DORNEY COUNTY COMBINED SCHOOL 
On Monday, 15th. November 1993, Dorney School Governors approved a 
plan by Buckinghamshire County Council Architects Department for the 
replacement of temporary buildings with permanent classrooms and the 
provision of a school hall. 
Currently, 70% of Dorney School children are taught in temporary buildings. 
This project. when completed, will provide permanent. purpose built 
facilities for all children. 
As part of a planned development, Dorney School has grown from 145 to 
21 O children in the past four years. From September 1994 there will be one 
class per year group providing children with the best educational 
environment to achieve their potential. 
The building work will be carried out over four phases. The first phase will 
provide a school hall, toilets and changing facilities. Classrooms will be 
added two at a time thereafter. The hall will allow the school to conduct a 
variety of educational activities. such as P.E., to an extent not previously 
possible. 
A date for the commencement of the building work is not yet available since 
funding is still to be secured by Buckinghamshire County Council. 
However, School Governors are optimistic that progress will be made soon. 
The plans and a model of the first phase were exhibited at the Dorney 
School P.T.A. Christmas Bazaar on 20th. November 1993 and will also be 
shown at the next Dorney Parish Council A.G.M. 
For funher information contact: 
Margaret Wright. 
Richard Hodgson 
Headteacher 
Chairman of Governors 
0628 20871 
0628 662599 
HARCOURT CLOSE, MAIDENHEAD, BERKS SL6 0DY. - TELEPHONE: (06281 20871 
HEADTEACHER: Mrs. M. A. W,ight 
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THE PARISH PUMP 
Notes on a meeting of the Parish Council 
held in November 1993. j 1. Trees. During November 13 trees will be delivered and planted 
to replace those that didn 1 t make it in Marsh Lane and Trumper 's Field. 
2. Street Lighting . Quotations are being sought for supplying two 
new street lamps at the bottom of Harcourt Road and in Dorney 
Reach Road. The Council is not wholly satisfied with the quality 
of the bulbs being supplied, as these do not seem to be reliable or long lasting. 
3. Planning. The appeal at 5, Meadow Way has been disallowed. An 
extension at Old Cottage, Dorney, received no comments but the 
Parish Council lodged an objection to the change of use of a barn 
to a workshop at 10, Old Marsh Lane. 
4. Finance. This month includes donation to the Parish News £500, 
Berwin Leighton (DPC ' s solicitor) £ 4 , 288 including refundable 
VAT , Two months ' administrative costs to the Parish Counc il £170 , 
£40 for Geoff ' s Garden Services for grass cutting, and £43 
repayment of Loan Board. 
5. M4 Widening. The Chairman produced a discussion document 
listing the Parish Council 's objections to the grandiose scheme , 
and some thoughts on damage limitation should it come to pass. 
various meetings with SBDC and local parishes are in the offing. 
Our County Councillor pointed out that the County is most anxious 
to hear our views and support them. Dorney is, of course, the 
only Buckinghamshire parish affected. Counc illor Mr. Palmer will 
undertake to produce a draft document, and at the December 
meeting there will be more information from SBDC ' s 
representatives on the next steps to take. 
6. A report from our District Counc illor mentioned several 
environmental improvements being made in the area, and suggested 
Dorney might consider a scheme to improve the appearance of the 
Parish. It was interesting to note the resurfacing of roads is 
scheduled for every 50 years (yes, 50) - the rest is maintenance. 
7. Local Government Review. The Council heard, with interest, a 
presentation by Sir Duncan Lock, and questions were asked of Mr. 
Furness, Chief Executive of SBDC . A fuller report elsewhere . 
The next meeting will be on Tuesday December 7th. 
CAROL SINGING 
There will be carol singing around Dorney Reach on 16th. December 
from 6.30 p.m. onwards , and singers will be calling on Dorney 
Village and Boveney residents on 20th. December from 6.30 p.m. 
The proceeds will go towards the Chernobyl children 's holiday at 
the Eton/Dorney Centre and other charities. 
CHRISTMAS WHIST DRIVE 
Thursday December 16th. at 8 p.m. 
in the Village Hall 
Everyone welcome 
Please bring some party food and your choice of drinks 
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Recause there v􀄄s no room for t hem in the inn 
Each Christmas we read these words from the Gospel of St Luke as 
par t o f the s tory o f the birth o f Chris t . I n h i s b i r t h and t hroughout 
his m i n i s t ry Jesus was a home l e s s p e r s o n , depend e n t upon the 
gene r o s i t y of o t h e r s . It i s therefore only appropri a t e t h a t a t 
t h i s time o f t h e year the needs o f the home l e s s should b e in 
our hearts and minds as we prepare t o ce l e b r a t e the N a t i v i t y 
of o u r L o r d in o u r homes w i t h o u r fam i l i e s a n d o u r friend s . 
T h i s year we are goinq t o repeat the sucessful venture o f l a s t 
y e a r i n providing a Chris tmas s he l t e r and d r o p - i n f r o m 2 4 t h 
December u n t i l t h e 4 t h January . T h e s u c c e s s o f t h i s yea r ' s 
s h e l t e r d e pends upon your generosi t y . The s h e l t e r i s permane n t l y 
s taffed by volun t e e r s , durin􀄅 the day e i p, h t a t a time in four 
hour s h i f t s and at n i g h t four in e i g h t hour s hi f t , All the 
food is donated or purchased from dona t ions ; l a s t year several 
c hurches and parishes commi t te d themselves to covering t h e 
meals f o r a w h o l e d a y . A l l the resources of ma t t re s se s , c l o t h !ng 
( mens o n l y and NO SUITS) and t o l i e t r ie s were given a s was 
the loan o f c u t l e r y , crockery and cooking u t e n s i l s , 
As you can see i t is a g i a n t und e r taking t o a l l e v i a t e a t t h e 
C h r i s t m a s season the c o l dn e s s , the lone l i ne s s a n d the sadness 
felt by those vho are home l e s s and hunP,ry . 
P l e a s e comp l e t e and send b a c k the volunteer forms t h a t are 
in your churc h , if they have a l l gone . phone me on 0 7 5 3-526369 
and I w i l l send you a form . 
De rek W e s t , 
Commun i t y Chaplain for Slough 
& Dis t r i c t , 
A Thought for o u r work t h i s C h r i s tmas , 
I t i s b e t t e r t o l i v, h t a candle than t o curse the darkne s s . 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
Are you planning to indulge a bit during the Festive Season? 
Come and Fight the Flab and enjoy yourself at the same time . 
The local Badminton Club would like to see some new 
Join us on Tuesday nights 8 - 10 p.m. 
in the Village Hall. 
Non league standard, but good fun. 
If you are interested please phone 
faces. 
Els Bayer 0628 26548 or Pam & Roger Turvey 0628 27282 
or just turn up on Tuesday evening. 
If you would like a ' trial run1 , the first evening is free. 
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DORNEY WOMEN' S INSTITUTE November 
Time for the Annual General Meeting - it seems an incredibly 
short year since the last one. Mrs. Allen, in her report , noted 
all the activities in which we participated over the past twelve 
months, and though we have a small membership, there has been a 
busy and enjoyable schedule. The Committee for 1994 was voted in; 
regretfully no new members wished to volunteer. Mrs . Street was 
unanimously re-elected President and Mrs . Allen, who has done 
wonderful service for Dorney WI for many years, and without whom 
we could not possibly manage to survive , was re-elected 
Secretary. Mrs. Cliff, our excellent Treasurer, produced a 
proficient and encouraging financial report, and it was pleasing 
to note that we are still operating on the credit side. We are 
happy to have Mrs. Cliff continue to cope with our accounting. 
All members of the Committee were thanked for their services 
during the past year , special mention was made of Mrs. Ferris ' s 
splendid work in obtaining Speakers and Mrs . Crane in arranging 
the outings, an arduous task which she performs so efficiently. 
The Group Meeting at George Green was well attended, and was, as 
is usual at this WI , a very pleasant and enjoyable occasion. 
As there was no Speaker this month and we were left with 
additional time to fill, it was decided to have an exhibition of 
Dorney WI Art Group ' s paintings , and this proved to be an 
excellent idea and proof of the talent we have in the Art Group. 
There were many beautiful paintings and works of art, worthy of 
professional exhibition and these ladies ' artistic efforts should 
most certainly not be hidden away in their workrooms , they 
deserve more prominent viewing. 
This month ' s News Letter included the following items of 
interest : - 
A Day of Food & Flowers on 25th. January, 10. 30-3 . 30 , at the 
Civic Centre , Aylesbury, with guest speaker Michael Barry from 
the Food & Drink programme. This will be an open meeting and 
members may bring friends and husbands . 
The Triennial Meeting is being held in Birmingham at the 
National Exhibition Centre on June 7th. & Bth. , and a delegate 
from every Institute is required to attend. 
An outing with a difference is being arranged for 15th. June 
next year . BFWI is chartering a special train for a day out to 
Chester, and the trip will be open to family and friends . Full 
details will be given next month and it will be necessary to make 
a booking, with a deposit, by 31st. January. 
The South Region of the Open University, which includes 
Buckinghamshire, has decided to offer a special award to a WI 
member who begins a Foundation Course in 1994 . Prizes will be 
awarded for the best overall result for assignments and 
examinations , and it is hoped this will become an annual event . 
The December meeting, will, it is hoped, be a festive one, and 
all our members will be able to attend. Invitations have been 
sent to the local WI ' s . Volunteers were requested to bring Mince 
Pies, Sausage Rolls, Sandwiches etc . , and a Raffle Prize, 
suitably Christmas wrapped. Because of other commitments for the 
Village Hall we have been requested to change the date of the 
meeting to December 15th. 
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TRUNK CALL 
DORNEY 
DEVELOPMENTS an independent 
review of 
local affairs 
It should be made clear that the recent Megaway exhibitions 
were, apparently , an invitation to those affected to tell the 
Department of Transport what sort of widening they wanted . 11 there is a need to effect ively DOUBLE the width of the Mq 
then it is obvious that we want the quietest surface and the 
most acceptable and effective noise and visual barriers . The 
OoT claim that, using the latest techniques, noise and 
pol lution could be less than it is now . Can we have the 
improvements without the widening , we ask ? It is claimed 
that our ideas will be included in firm proposals to be 
presented next spr ing . Followed , no doubt , by the usual Public 
Inquiry. 
LAST SHALL BE FIRST 
The County Counc il is proposing to spend nearly four hundred 
thousand pounds on a new Hall for Dorney Schoo l. This is phase 
one of a plan to completely rebuild the facility, which would 
cost over a mill ion pounds .. Unfortunately the only monies 
which may become av ailable are those allocated to other schemes and which are subsequently not taken up; so the 
complete plan - five phases - is most unlikely to be completed 
this century, if at al l. Why build an expensive new ha ll, of 
similar capacity to, and only a few yards from, the ex isting 
Village Hall , when replacement of the hotch-potch of temporary 
classrooms must , surel y, be a priority ? It may well be that 
our Village Hall could become financially unviable if this 
folly is al lowed to go ahead. 
UN ITARY AUTHORITY 
The latest idea is that re-alignment across counties is now 
permitted if the local populace is in favour . So Dorney may 
well have to choose between joining 1. South Bucks & Chiltern 
District Councils combined ; 2. Chiltern + SBDC + Wycombe : or 
3. Windsor & Maidenhead . Remember, Berkshire CC has given up 
and Bucks CC is unlikely to survive. 
So with whom does Dorney have the 
Windsor/Maidenhead , Beacons field or High 
Think about it, you opinion will soon be 
UN ITREE AUTHORITY 
greatest 
Wycombe . 
sought. 
"affinity" , 
According to the Bucks CC De-forestry Officer , rep lacement of 
trees which have died , or have been otherwise butchered by 
their tree-surgeons , is not permitted if too near the highway 
or services . Under these rules Harcourt Road and simi lar areas 
through-out the County could, in time , become completely 
non-arboreous . Luckily (some say) , local sycamores seem likely 
to outlast the County Council ! 
SAFETY LAST I understand that Sainsbury 's have offered to fund a 
pedestrian bridge over the AQ at Lake End Road, The County 
Counc il have declined to accept, on the grounds that the good 
safety record at this point does not justify such a 
construction_ Howe ver , they are prepared to re-consider this 
decision should serious accidents occur . 
Any volunteers please write to ............... . 
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SANTA CLAWS 
May I take this opportunity to wish my reader and the Editor , 
(not necessarily the same person) , a Merry Christmas and an 
Exciting New Year . Seasonal felicitations are also extended to 
all who have featured regularly in this column and even ·to 
those who woul d, given the necessary permission , dig up half 
the Par ish. 
Keep writing the letters. 
kejers 
Village Hall Management Committee 
As chainnan of the Dorney Village Hall Management Committee, I would like to extend an 
invitation to any interested local residents to join the committee, and help the present 
members to keep the hall running. 
The past eight months have seen the departure of two dedicated and hardworking committee 
members due to pressures of work, the most recent being Mrs Liz Millward, our treasurer. 
On behalf of the committee I would like to take this opportunity to thank her for the five 
years of continuous effort she has given to the management of the hall and it s finances. 
We therefore need some new committee members to ensure that the affairs of the village hall 
continue to run smoothly - it is after all your hall, and it is in all our interests to maintain the 
position it occupies in the life of our village. 
Anyone interested should contact me on 0628 663122 during office hours, or alternatively, 
if you wish to see the committee at work, feel free to attend our next meeting on Monday 
January 10th 1994, at 8.00 pm in the hall. Provided that we have enough commitee members, 
the duties undertaken by any one of us need not be too onerous, so please give this invitation 
your serious consideration. 
Sue Billington 
Chairman • DVHMC 
Are you aware that your local Conservative Association has an 
environmental group working on your behalf , sending 
representatives to all Public Inquiries ? e.g. Minerals, Flood 
Relief, Rowing Trench etc. 
come and work for a better environment (esp. a quieter M4 ) 
Next meeting 24th. February, 1994. 
Your support will be welcomed. 
Telephone 0494 673745 for information. 
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT REVIEW 
By now you will probably have received the first of many leaflets 
giving a broad outline of the possible changes implied in the 
Government ' s review. Local Government produces a wave of apathy 
among the citizens of this country. This time, however, we must 
get it right, and one of the best ways is to hear from the public 
what they want and need, and how they think this could best- be 
achieved. 
It is acknowledged mistakes were made in 1974: a two tier system 
often duplicated services : centres of administration were often 
remote : people were often confused as to who did what. Now it is 
envisaged that the system could be bettered by a ' Unitary• 
authority serving a more local community. Buckinghamshire County 
Council and the District Councils are cooperating closely on a 
study of how this can be achieved, and of course there are 
several options, ranging from keeping the status qua, to dividing 
the County into five unitary authorities . 
This is why public opinion is so vital an ingredient in the 
eventual recommendations. The Government has stated that the 
views of the public are paramount . So when more leaflets come 
through your door, or you are asked by a MORI poll representative 
to answer his questions , remember how important it is to let your 
views be known. 
The outcome will affect us all, and we must get it right this 
time. 
NATURE NOTES October/November 
During the last week in October the autumn colours were at their 
best. Oaks and Limes were a bright yellow. Sycamores were gold, 
russet and crimson particularly the underside of the leaves . 
Sycamores are not popular trees. In summer greenflies make their 
home in them which causes a sticky substance to form and drip 
onto anyone underneath. 
Rain and sunshine have produced the usual fungi for this time of 
the year - Common Inkcap, Shaggy Inkcap ( Lawyer ' s Wig) and 
Parasol Mushroom . Last year there were several Giant Puffballs in 
our garden but none this year. 
Recently, the wild violets in our garden have started to bloom 
tahgiasi ns. ummLaestr . year they bore flowers all year round but had a rest 
The early part of November proved to be a St. Martin' s Summer 
which was most welcome . Once again butterflies appeared, mainly 
Red Admirals, Small Tortoiseshells and Yellow Brimstone. I expect 
this will be the last of the summer butterflies . 
Whilst clipping back a clematis my husband found six mouse nests 
sihna pietd. bTlhoiosm iss a nad C tlehme asteies dT habeqaudisn nariei . a Isti hlvaes rsym, aflela ytheelrloyw b laalnl toerf n 
fluff which ·the mice bind together to make a home for the winter. 
Many trees had lost their leaves by mid November but oaks and 
wild plums seemed to cling to theirs . 
There are too many Mallard drakes again. This causes fights over 
food and during the breeding season. When the drakes have a 
battle they go round in circles churning up the water and trying 
to grab each other ' s tail. Once ducklings arrive the bachelor 
drakes will become good nursemaids. 
Lois Parker. 
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Thursday 16th December 
Thursday 16th December 
Monday 20th December 
1994 
Friday 18th February 
DORNEY W . I . 
DORNEY Pl\RISH COUNCIL 
DORNEY P . C . C . 
DORNEY VILLAGE HALL 
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE 
DORNEY OVER 6 0 ' s CLUB 
DORNEY BADMINTON CLUB 
DORNEY BOWLS CLUB 
RAINBOWS 
BROWNIES 
GUIDES 
VILLAGE HALL BOOKINGS 
Dil\RY OF EVENTS 
• 
• 
Christmas Whist Drive 
Village Hall, 8 p.m. 
Carol Singing, Dorney Reach 
carol Singing, Dorney Village 
& Boveney 
Dorney Church Jumble Sale and Auction 
Village Hall, 7 p.m. in aid of 
Thames Valley Adventure Playground 
and Church Funds 
Second Wednesday of each month 
Second Tuesday of each month 
First Wednesday of each month 
the Vicarage 8 p.m. 
Second Monday of alternate months 
i . e . November & January. 
Village Hall 
Luncheon in the Vicarage , Dorney. 
Tuesdays 1 2 . 15-2.00 
Dates : 7/12 Christmas Dinner 
Every Tuesday Village Hall 8-10 p.m. 
Every Sunday Village Hall 
7. 30-10 . 3 0 p.m. Every Friday Dorney School 
3 . 30- 4 . 30 p.m. 
Every Thursday Village Hall 
6-7 . 30 p.m. 
Every Wednesday the Vicarage 
7 . 15-9 p.m. • • 
Mrs. Pat Guider • • 0628 71668 
DORNEY CHURCH JUMBLE SALE & AUCTION 
in the Village Hall 
Friday 18th. February, 1994 
in aid of 
Thames Valley Adventure Playground 
and 
Church funds 
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This summer a group of children from Chernobyl enjoyed a four 
weeks holiday at the Eton Dorney Centre , in the care of Colin & 
Rosemary Morton. over the years , the Centre has been host to a 
succession of children whose circumstances are best described as 
' less fortunate ' . 
I have been reading the Short History of the Eton Dorney Centre - 
' ETON DORNEY PROJECT 21 ' , and thought that one or two abridged 
items from its pages would be appreciated by those who are not 
familiar with the Project ' s background and objectives . Ed. 
In 1971, Dorney was without a Vicar, and the Diocese had decided 
that the parish should join a team of other parishes and that the 
Vicarage would no longer be required. Colonel Philip Palmer was 
Patron of the church, which had meant hitherto that his family 
appointed the incumbent, and he was adamant that the Diocese ' 
plan was unacceptable to his family and to the Dorney 
parishioners . The Senior Chaplain of Eton College, the Revd. 
D . I . S . Jones , thought that the Vicarage might provide a suitable 
residence for Confirmation candidates from Eton College . He had 
the idea that if the Vicarage could be used for a priest as well 
as for Confirmation retreats, both school and parish would 
benefit. After much discussion between the Provost and Fellows of 
Eton, the Headmaster, and the Bishop and the Archdeacon of 
Buckingham, it was agreed that the parish should share a priest 
with Eton College and the Vicarage should become a conference 
centre at which Eton Confirmation candidates could spend 
residential retreats. The priest appointed to manage the centre, 
besides taking eight lessons per week at Eton College and being a 
part-time Chaplain there, was the Revd . Roger Royle . 
First came the basic business of making the old Vicarage into a 
building suited to its new purpose, immediate alterations and 
furnishing. To do any of this required funds which initially 
could only be provided by three sponsors ; the Diocese, the Parish 
and Eton College . Their generosity enabled the show to be put on 
the road. The sponsors were helped by outright gifts of money 
from supporters, but the establishment of charity status gave 
added point to a campaign for covenanted giving, addressed to 100 
local residents, 1 , 000 parents of Eton boys and 10,000 Old 
Etonians . By mid 1973 the building' s conversion had been 
completed (with the aid of a grant) and the purchase of a mini 
bus was on the agenda. Completion of the conversions meant that 
for the first time a permanent housekeeper could be accommodated, 
a critical requirement . During 1972, under Roger Royle ' s 
management, most of the events, including a swnrner holiday for 14 
London children, were serviced and catered for by volunteers. 
By 1973 a full programme of use had evolved. Groups held meetings 
and conferences , inner city children had holidays , young people 
from Germany and as far away as Nigeria came to stay, 
Buckinghamshire magistrates held a meeting and the probation 
officers a conference, the bell-ringers had supper, Confirmation 
classes were conducted and Slough Girl Guides used the ample 
grounds for a week ' s camping. 
In 1974 Roger Royle became Conduct of Eton College ( Senior 
Chaplain) and his place at the Dorney Centre was taken over by 
the Revd. John Methuen, a married man with two children. His 
arrival demanded an extension to the building to form a self 
contained flat. Also accommodated on the premises were the 
housekeeper and an assistant warden. The necessary work 
effectively increased sleeping capacity for visitors to thirty 
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and dining space to forty. During John Methuen's three years the 
available holiday weeks were, as usual, filled with children from 
Hackney and others from far and wide, sponsored and looked after 
by students from the Oxford colleges as well as boys from Eton. 
Outside the holiday periods the centre experienced increasing 
demands for its facilities from quite different groups and the 
Bucks & Berks Probation Service was persuaded ·that some of its 
young offenders sentenced to community service might usefully 
devote their time to work at Dorney. This was agreed and some six 
suitable youngsters were supervised in carrying out decorating, 
repair and maintenance. 
In 1977 John Methuen was succeeded by the Revd. Paul Hawkins 
together with his wife and two children. Close liaison with 
social workers enabled arrangements to be made for particularly 
deprived youngsters to come two or three times a year to Dorney. 
This enabled the staff to get to know them and their particular 
needs. 
In April 1982 the Revd. Ron Johnson and his wife Pat took over 
and resided over the ever increasing cycle of activities until 
December 1984 when the first lay warden, Adrian Cotterill was 
appointed. Thus the ecclesiastic link between Dorney Vicarage, 
Eton College and the Parish was broken. The holiday weeks for 
deprived children continued and one of Adrian' s early and 
successful innovations was a ' relief care' scheme for the 
mentally handicapped. These young people living at home generally 
had learning difficulties which meant constant care was required 
from their parents . Consequently those parents could never have a 
day and night off together. Equally the youngsters never received 
the confidence building experience of spending a whole day in 
different surroundings and the night away from home . Such an 
experience could have proved over-dramatic for youngsters with 
such limitations , but was considerably eased by the family 
atmosphere of Dorney. It also gave the boys of Eton an objective , 
since they were able to look after , and entertain these boys and 
girls when they visited the centre . Girl Guides from Dorney also 
helped in this endeavour. In 1988 Dorney acted as a staging post 
for the International Young Anglicans Conference being held in 
Belfast. Another international event was a visit from a German 
Youth Group who , amongst other things , travelled to Coventry 
Cathedral and its Peace Centre. The Dorney experience was 
fulfilling for Adrian Cotterill. Having arrived a bachelor 
in 1984, he left to join the Church Army in August 1990 with not 
only Hilary his wife, but also a baby son Peter. 
Colin Morton and his wife, Rosemary, became Managers of the Eton 
Dorney Project in mid 1990 . It was their second appointment to a 
position whose objectives were magnanimous rather than profit 
centred. Their first impression was of a well developed, much 
enjoyed but noticeably under-used facility. They therefore set 
out to spread the word. In fact to spread the words ' Christian 
Youth Activities with Accommodation ' . A publicity programme was 
put together which has resulted in a steady increase of 
inquiries, all of which are responded to promptly. As a result 
the number of bed nights and day-time uses rose in 1991 and has 
increased in 1992, and is still on a rising trend. 
The Eton/Dorney Project, now known as The Eton/Dorney Centre, 
continues to fulfil the original vision of the Trustees. The 
Centre is busier than ever, and there is every reason for 
optimism that the next twenty one years will continue the success 
story of the past. 
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19th. December 
8 . 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
6 . 30 p.m. 
Sidesman 
Creche & Jimmy' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
24th. December 
5 . 30 p.m. 
Sidesman 
11.30 p.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
25th. December 
9 . 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
10. 15 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
26th. December 
10.15 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy ' s 
Flowers 
2nd. January 
8 . 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
11 . 00 a.m. 
Creche & Jimmy ' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
9th. January 
11.00 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST. JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT 
Holy Communion 
Mrs . Ames 
Carol Service 
Mr. Dollimore 
At Eton Wick 
Mrs. Street 
Christmas Arragements 
CHRISTMAS EVE 
Christingle Service 
Mrs . Baker 
Midnight Communion 
Mr. Pepler 
Mrs . Pepler 
Mrs . Robb 
Christmas Arrangements 
CHRISTMAS DAY 
Holy Communion 
Mr . Liney 
Family Communion 
Readings 
to be 
advised 
Mrs. Richmond Readings to be 
Kristina Richmond advised 
FIRST SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS 
Combined Parish Communion 
Mr . Hayton Luke 2 v 22-40 
From Eton Wick Romans 12 v 1-5 
Mr . & Mrs. Pepler 
On Holiday 
Christmas Arrangements 
SECOND SUNDAY AFTER CHRISTMAS 
Holy Communion 
Mr . Handy 
Combi ned Family Service at Eton Wick 
All in Church 
Mrs. Pepler 
Christmas Arrangements 
FIRST SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Handy John 1 v 29-34 
Mrs. Hayton Ephesians 2 v 1-10 
Mr . & Mrs . Hayton 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Parker & Mrs. Baker 
Christmas Arrangements 

16th. January 
1 1 . 0 0 a. m. 
Sidesman 
CFoirffste eR eader 
Creche & Jimmy1 s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
23rd . January 
1 1 . 0 0 a.m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy ' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
30th. January 
8 . 00 a . m . 
Sidesman 11 . 00 
Creche & Jimmy ' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
6th. February 
8 . 00 a.m. 
Sidesman 1 1 . 00 a . m . 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
13th. February 
1 1 . 00 a . m. 
Sidesman 
First Reader 
Coffee 
Creche & Jimmy ' s 
Cleaning 
Flowers 
ST. JAMES DUTY ROSTER 
SECOND SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY 
Parish Communion 
Mrs. Dyson John 1 v 35-end 
Mrs. Hook Galatians 1 v 11-end 
Mrs . Coish & Mrs. Paton 
At Eton Wick 
Mrs . Belcher & Mrs Neal 
Christmas Arrangements 
THIRD SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY 
Parish Communion 
Mrs . Ames John 6 v 1-14 
Mrs . Liney Philippians 4 v 10-20 
Mrs . Baker & Mrs. Eastgate 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs . Armstrong 
Christmas Arrangements 
NINTH SUNDAY BEFORE EASTER 
Holy Communion 
Mr . Liney 
Combined Service at Eton 
At Eton 
Mrs . Eastgate & Mrs. Jones 
Christmas Arrangements 
EIGHTH SUNDAY BEFORE EASTER 
Holy Communion 
Mrs . Richmond 
Combined Family Service at Eton Wick 
Mrs . Perryman & Mrs. Smith 
All in Church 
Mrs. Street 
Christmas Arrangements 
SEVENTH SUNDAY BEFORE EASTER 
Parish Communion 
Mr. Dollimore John 8 v 2-11 
Mrs . Parker Colossians 1 v 18-23 
Mrs. Ames 
At the Vicarage 
Mrs. Robb 
Christmas Arrangements 
DORNEY BABY SITTING CLUB 
For details please contact Karen Jones 0628 25037 
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SLOUGH CHRISTMAS SHELTER 
The shelter at St. ]Mary's Hall, Hershel Street, Slough 
will be open from 4pm on 24th December to 9.ooam 
on 4th January. It will accommodate 10-15 people 
overnight and 30-40 during the day. 
YOU C.,\J\" HELP! HOW? 
1. By volunteering to do a shift or two. 
2. By cooking some meals or cakes etc. 
3. Helping with transport - setting up, clearing up & 
rubbish removal. 
4. Donating or loaning equipment such as games, 
cooking utensils & electrical appliances etc. 
5. Donating resources such as bedding, non perish 
able foods & men's clothes & toiletries. 
(These can be left with Colin & Rosemary Morton at 
the Eton Dorney Centre before 20th December 
please ring before coming on 0628 662823) 
For more information please ring: 
Jeanette on 0753 577993, 
Jermy on 0753 644593 (evenings) or 
Derek on 0753 526368 (Mornings) 
DON'T FORGET 
THE HOMELESS 
TI-IIS Cl-IRISTMAS 
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