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Author: Sonja Francis

  • Invitation To Join The Twinning Set!

    THE people of Thame and surrounding area are being invited to a social event to find out what their Twinning Association gets up to and how they can get involved in a thriving, fun and interesting movement.
    Thame is twinned with Montesson, a town of similar size to our own, located just outside Paris, and have exchanged visits both ways for almost five years. The Thame and District Twinning Association is holding a French Wine and Cheese evening on May 10, at Thame town hall, when members will show photographs of previous exploits (including a cycle ride from Thame to Montesson), share experiences and impressions and talk about future projects.
    The event will be followed by a short AGM. Everyone is welcome.

    Members of the Montesson Choral and friends will be spending the weekend in Thame, May 25 – 27, which will include a joint concert in St Mary’s church, Thame, between Thame Choral Society and their French counterparts.

    The Association would particularly like to hear from anyone who would be willing to accommodate friendly french choristers over the weekend – a great way to quickly form friendships and have fun too. A programme of visits and activities is planned to help entertain guests who will mostly need a bed and breakfast and an evening meal on Friday and Saturday.

    So, dust off the French phrase book (although most of the Montessonaise speak a lot of English) and get involved in this great organisation which is committed to: “……the promotion of exchanges of all kinds, the development of lasting friendships, respect and understanding, in furtherance of the true spirit of European unity.” (Extract from the Thame and Montesson Twinning Charter)

    For more information about Thame Twinning, visit Link

    Photo: Members of Thame & District Twinning Association enjoy a spot of Christmas Shopping in Paris, near Thame’s Twin town of Montesson.

  • Councillors Unhappy About Shop Signs

    THAME Town Council’s Planning committee is unhappy about the brightly coloured signage of a town centre store.
    Comments by Cllr David Dodds, that the existing fascia signage above the Co-op store is “appalling,” came as the committee was discussing whether or not to recommend approval of a plan to erect 12 external lighting units over the signage.
    Cllr Dodds said: “These signs themselves should never have been approved in the first place. They are contrary to Dictrict Council Planning policy, and quite unsuitable in a Conservation Area. If this was a Planning officer’s interpretation of the policy, then it was wrong.”
    The committee agreed to recommend refusal of the plan for the lighting.

  • Rycote Developer Acccused Of ‘Planning On The Hoof’

    A THAME Town Councillor is unhappy about aspects of the Rycotewood housing development.
    Whilst recommending approval of an amendment to planning consent, to create a pedestrian access through a boundary wall, Cllr David Dodds has criticised the developer, Berkeley Homes.
    At a meeting of the town council’s Planning Committee recently, Cllr Dodds said:”We asked for a children’s play area to be included as part of the original planning permission but so far, we have never seen a definitive plan for the site.
    “It seems to me that this whole thing has been ‘planning on the hoof’.”
    The committee agreed to ask to be sent full plans by the Developer.

  • Chinnor To Host County Sheild Match

    CHINNOR Rugby Club, based in Kingsey Road, Thame, will be hosting the County Championship Shield on May 12.
    The match will be Oxfordshire v Cornwall, and kick off will be at 3pm.

  • TTC Planning Meeting 17/04/07 Recommendations

    8025 – P06/E0013/LB RYCOTEWOOD COLLEGE, OXFORD ROAD – Conversion of existing Listed Building, including demolition of modern extensions and internal alterations to create residential units.
    Creation of pedestrian access through boundary wall.
    Amendment No. 1
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8244
    P07/E0228/A
    (Advertisement Consent)
    6/A, 8 & 99A HIGH STREET
    Erection of 12 external lighting units over existing fascia signage.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND REFUSAL IN THE STRONGEST TERMS
    1. Contrary to South Oxfordshire District Council planning policy
    2. Existing signs also contrary to SODC planning policy 22 PARK STREET
    Enlargement of Flat 2 and terrace over.
    Amendment No. 1

    8245
    P07/E0329/T INSURANCE HOUSE, 48 NORTH STREET
    Installation of flagpole housing 3no. shrouded antennas, radio equipment
    housing and development ancillary thereto.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND REFUSAL
    1. Not in the character of the area.
    22 PARK STREET
    Demolition of first floor front wall, to be replaced by cavity wall with brickwork to match existing.
    Amendment No. 1

    8246
    P07/E0383 ACORN LODGE, MORETON
    Single storey rear extension and conservatory.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8247
    P07/E0382 KUBOTA (UK) LTD., DORMER ROAD
    Removal of existing window to be replaced with new roller shutter door.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8248
    P07/E0385/A THAME FORD, RYCOTE LANE
    Erect new free-standing advertisement.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8249
    P07/E0408 31 KINGS CLOSE
    Erection of timber shed and widening of existing crossover.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8250
    P07/E00457 39 UPPER HIGH STREET
    Construction of garage with accommodation over and new gate and pier.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL
    Use should be ancillary to the use of No. 39 and no conversion of
    the garage.

    8251
    P07/E0458/LB 39 UPPER HIGH STREET
    Modification of existing boundary wall to accommodate new brick pier for
    access gates.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8252
    P07/E0399/A 48A NORTH STREET
    Erection of new fascia sign.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND REFUSAL
    1. Materials of proposed fascia not appropriate in a Conservation Area.

    8253
    P07/E0387 JORDANS OF THAME, 8 UPPER HIGH STREET
    Partial change of use from A1 to A3. Minor alterations and installation
    of air-conditioning unit and external housing to accommodate condenser.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8254
    P07/E0437/LB JORDANS OF THAME, 8 UPPER HIGH STREET
    Minor alterations to internal modern partition walls. Re-instatement of a
    window to the rear side of the property. Air-conditioning including external
    condenser unit and housing.
    Correspondence was received and noted from the Thame Conservation
    Area Advisory Committee.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

    8255
    P07/E0393/LD 14 ORMOND ROAD
    Certificate of Lawful Development for a single storey rear extension.
    RECOMMEND APPROVAL

  • Exciting New Businesses For Thame

    LIKE any thriving town, Thame’s High Street enviroment continues to evolve.
    The Music House, formerly in the Lower High Street, is currently undergoing a refit and will reopen as a Natural Cafe, selling natural and organic food and drink, with a useful children’s area.
    What was previously Pickles, in the Upper High Street, is also opening shortly as the Ramsey Chocolaterie, selling coffee and hand made chocolate products made on the premises.
    What was Local Tastes in the Buttermarket, Thame, has been acquired by an independent fashion shoe retailer and after many years in Thame, Don Butler’s shop in the Cornmarket is to close and will be taken over by a French kitchen designer.
    Don will however, be continuing with the re-upholstery side of his business.

  • New Thame Loos To Include Classical Music ?

    THE public conveniences in North Street, Thame, are to be demolished and replaced with a high spec block, easier to maintain and with the possibility of taped classical music which apparently, deters youngsters from loitering.
    The bad state of Thames toilets was particularly highlighted in a recent report by the District Council who have now made money available for their improvement. Responsibility for the maintenance of the new block will probably transfer to Thame Town Council from the district council who currently have that obligation.
    The new toilets will include a unisex baby changing area, automatic air freshening and water-saving autoflush.
    Energy saving features like solar heating and grey-water re-cycling were rejected for technical and cost reasons.

    Illustration courtexy of Taylorgifts.com

  • Camel Racing In Oxfordshire

    YOU don?t need to go to Abu Dhabi to see camel racing!
    ?or sheep shearing, or alpacas, or vintage tractors, or even Alex James from Blur. They?re all going to be at the Oxfordshire Country Fayre at The Old Showground just outside Woodstock on Sunday, May 27.

    In addition the show will feature a huge variety of attractions including a vintage tractors & modern farm machinery parade, trade & craft stands, working crafts, fun fair, mini Land Rovers, bouncy castle, climbing wall, shire horses, gundogs, sheep shearing, pets? corner, dog agility & terrier racing (bring your dog along for a go), Hook Norton brewery dray, bar & refreshments and much, much more.

    Admission

  • Chiltern Rail Advisory For This Weekend

    EXTRA trains will run all weekend between Aylesbury and London Marylebone via High Wycombe.
    All weekend a reduced service of one train per hour will operate between Aylesbury and Great Missenden. Buses will operate between Great Missenden and Beaconsfield for connecting trains to/from London Marylebone.
    On Sunday (22/04), buses replace trains between Birmingham Snow Hill/Stratford-upon-Avon and Leamington Spa until 12:30pm.

    This weekend – Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 April – Chiltern Railways is running a reduced service between Aylesbury and Great Missenden.

    All weekend, buses will operate between Great Missenden, Amersham and Harrow-on-the-Hill. London Underground trains run between Harrow-on-the-Hill and London Baker Street.

    We will be running extra trains between Aylesbury and London Marylebone via High Wycombe. Therefore, passengers travelling between Aylesbury and London Marylebone are advised to travel via High Wycombe.

    A normal service will be running on Saturday between Birmingham Snow Hill/Stratford-upon-Avon and Leamington Spa. On Sunday, buses will replace trains between Birmingham Snow Hill/Stratford-Upon-Avon and Leamington Spa until 12.30pm. Birmingham passengers should use connecting Virgin Cross Country trains between Leamington Spa and Birmingham New Street until 12.30pm.

    If you are looking for inspiration to start your summer, why not check out our website? Our website – www.chilternrailways.co.uk – has loads of great ideas for weekend days out. In addition to local event listings, there is also a link for great savings on entry to a number of attractions, theatres and restaurants along the line.

    Enjoy a day out in London and take advantage of the 2 FOR 1 ENTRY offer. Pickup a leaflet from any staffed station, fill in the vouchers on the back and then make the most of discounted entry into some of London’s top attractions.

    You could also take advantage of out free car parking, which will be available all weekend at Princes Risborough, High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Seer Green, Gerrards Cross and Denham stations.

    The website has full timetable information, as well as a summary of Chiltern Railways’ great value fares, such as Just

  • Thame United Matches Rescheduled + Latest Match Report

    THE game against Fairford Town, scheduled for next Monday 23rd, has been moved to Tuesday, April 24. The final game of the season against Slimbridge, originally set for May Bank Holiday Monday, will now be played on Saturday, April 28.
    MATCH REPORT – 18/04/07 – League Match
    Shortwood United 3, Thame United 2

    Thame lost 3-2 on Wednesday evening (18/04) at 9th placed Shortwood United.
    The visitors got off to a dreadful start when, after three minutes, the referee awarded Shortwood a penalty after a Thame player was judged to have handled in the box. The spot kick was converted and Thame were 1-0 down. Thame fought back and for a long period it was one way traffic as they pressurised the Shortwood goal. Matt Higgs got the equalizer in the 24th minute when he turned the ball into the net during a goalmouth scramble. Six minutes later Higgs netted again with a well taken header. The teams went in for half time with Thame deservedly leading 1-2

    The second half was far more even and Shortwood got the equalizer in the 66th minute. A draw looked certain, but the home side had different ideas and netted with two minutes to play.

    Thame United: Michael Higgs, Ansell, Steadman, Matt Higgs, Boult, Hocking, Watkins (Rickets), Graves, Green, Connelly, Smith.