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Author: Sonja Francis

  • Theft From Festival Site

    POLICE are appealing for witnesses following two thefts in the Thame area recently, including one from the Toweresey Festival showground.
    Between 9am and 10am on Sunday, August 20, a stall holder setting up for next week?s festival, had their bag stolen.

    In a second incident, between 12pm on August 21 and the same time the following day, in Overton Drive, Thame, a number of garden pots were removed.

    Anyone with information about either incidents is asked to contact the police via: 08458 505 505, or Crimestoppers anonymously on: 0800 555 111.

  • Family History Appeal

    FOLLOWING an appeal recently on ThameNews.Net, Mrs Joan Woodward has sent us more information to help jog the memories of Thame people who may be able to help her in her search for her family’s history.
    “Seeking descendants from Sharpe family originally from Leeds, W. Yorkshire, whose family included the name of Honour, in and around Thame. These requests are for Family History Records.”

    SUSANNAH BOOM b.1854 Leeds d. 1927 married in 1875 JOHN HENRY HONOUR b. 1856 Ickford,Bucks. d.1909 Leeds.
    John Henry was a serving Police Officer in Ickford, Bucks at the time of marriage. Before the turn of the Century, Susannah & John H. moved into the Police Station House in Wortley, Leeds – shortly afterwards he attained the rank of Sergeant. This building still stands today as office accommodation.
    They had two surviving Siblings – Harry b. 1878 and Lily b. 1880.
    Harry at a young age lived with his paternal Grandparents – John Honour b. 1829 in Worminghall, Bucks, and Martha b. 1833 at Hempton, Oxford. They lived at Ickford Village Cottage along with Uncles William B & Edward, and an Aunt Livey/Lucie?
    Lily married Harvey Sharpe in Leeds and their son George Henry was born 1901.
    George H. as a young man would visit Thame regularly and eventually went to live there, whether before marriage or after ???? No positive details of spouse’s name. Sadly, George H. d. 1936 at the age of 35; this was registered in Oxford. There was, I know, one sibling b.????

    It is George’s descendants I wish to contact to help fill in the missing records to bring up-to-date. George H. had a first Cousin – George W. Honour from Leeds who would visit regularly, and they were both second cousins of my mother – so obviously distant Cousins of myself!

    I would love to hear from anyone who can help me trace the Sharpe connection please. My name is Joan Woodward; I live in Worcester and my email address is: joan.woodward@tiscali.co.uk

    Photo: The two George’s taken on one of their outings in Thame – probably in the 1920’s.

  • New Music Festival In Memory Of Thame Footballer

    CHILTON FEST – a new music festival, will kick-off its first year in the village of Chilton in early September.
    With some advice from the legendary Michael (Glastonbury) Eavis, it was decided to get the ball rolling with a one day charity event on Saturday, September 2,benefiting the Richard Wheeler Memorial – supporting the British Heart Foundation and the Chilton Playground Scheme.

    One of the festival organisers, Bev Mauger, said: “Festivals seem to be cropping up all over the place this year. We figured what the hell, there should be no limit on the opportunities for the Great British Music-lover to come out and enjoy themselves”.
    “In keeping with the down-to-earth vibe of this new festival, the main stage will feature both signed and unsigned acts in equal measure. Music plays from 2pm to midnight and all genres and tastes will be catered for.
    “Not only will there be great music from 2pm, but there will be great food and drink and many activities for the whole family to enjoy.
    “Chilton fest are looking for an army of Helpers and Punters to come and enjoy the first year of what is likely to build into one of the more special events in the UK Summer Music calendar.
    “E-mail: festivals@tourdates.co.uk for more info.
    Non food and beverage suppliers/stall holders are welcome to contact us, because we still have space and if you feel like earning free entry and a staff shirt, give us a call – we guarantee that you’ll have a great day!”

    Photo: Richard Wheeler, who tragically lost his life after a heart attack, on Good Friday 2002.
    NB The aim of the Memorial, set up by Richard’s friends, has been to raise money each year for the British Heart Foundation and to date, it has successfully donated around

  • Long Crendon Car Arson

    POLICE in Long Crendon are appealing for the public?s help to trace an arsonist who set a car alight.
    The K-registered gold Vauxhall Cavalier was parked in Abbot Ridge on Friday night (18/8). Sometime between 6.30pm on Friday and 3.30am on Saturday (19/8) the car was set on fire.

    Officers have been unable to find anyone who witnessed the crime and are now urging any residents in Long Crendon, who may have information about the arson, to contact them.

    Anyone with information can call PC Alan Nixon on 0845 8 505 505. If you don?t want to talk to police and don?t want to give your name, call the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.

    Photo: for illustrative purposes only

  • Great Haseley Annual Show

    GREAT Haseley Horticultural Society will be holding its annual show this weekend (August 26).
    The gates will open at Rycote Park, at 2pm and as well as a grand marquee for exhibits of fruit and veg, there will be childrens’ entertainment and various stalls as well as produce to buy.

  • Chiltern Rail – Bank Holiday Advice

    TRAVEL with Chiltern Railways this bank holiday weekend! The company will be running a normal service on Saturday and Sunday with a near normal timetable on Bank Holiday Monday.
    So, whether you are off to see the Bard in Stratford-upon-Avon, shopping in Birmingham or sightseeing in London, travel with Chiltern Railways this weekend.

    SERVICE SUMMARY ? Saturday 26, Sunday 27 & Monday 28 August 2006

    Kidderminster ? Birmingham ? Stratford-upon-Avon ? Leamington Spa ? Banbury ? High Wycombe ? London

    A normal advertised service will run on Saturday and Sunday. A normal weekday service will run with minor timetable changes on Bank Holiday Monday, however there will be no Chiltern Railways service between Kidderminster and Birmingham Snow Hill on Bank Holiday Monday.

    Aylesbury ? Amersham ? London

    A normal advertised service will run on Saturday and Sunday. A weekday service will run with minor timetable changes on Bank Holiday Monday.

    Please note: buses replace Virgin Trains between Coventry and Leamington Spa and between Birmingham International and Solihull this weekend.

  • International Cyclist Rides Longwick Time Trial

    TOUR de France Prologue winner, David Millar, turned up for his old club’s 10 mile time trial last Tuesday (15/08) – and smashed the course record by 2 minutes!
    Millar, who used to live locally, took part in High Wycombe Cycling Club’s ten mile time trial between Longwick and Thame, coming in with a time of 19 mins 5 secs.
    Despite being a big international cycling superstar, Millar was, apparently, “just one of the boys” as he chatted with Wycombe’s young, up-and-coming club cyclists.

    Also taking part, on a visit from his current home in Australia, was Stuart Dangerfield, who, in 2001, held the 10 mile time trial record of 18.19.

    Photo of David Millar with thanks to t-mobile-team.com

  • MUSIC IN THE PARK

    CHINNOR Park, off Station Road, Chinnor will be hosting a Marquee full of great, live music, featuring local bands, next Friday (25/08).
    Bands performing include:
    Dr Slaggleberry
    Shed Sound
    Proliem
    Thunderlemons
    + guests

    Doors open at 7.30 pm. till 11 pm and its only

  • Fatal Thame Crash Appeal

    A MAN has died following a road crash on the A329, Rycote Lane, between Milton Common and Thame.
    The Police were called to the scene of the accident at 1.13pm on Saturday,Augustst 19, following reports that a Renault panel van had crashed.

    A man believed to be in his twenties, travelling on his own, was pronounced dead at the scene.

    The road was closed to allow accident investigators to examine the scene and for the van to be recovered.

    Anyone who witnessed the crash and has not yet spoken with police or who may have any information is urged to contact PC Martin Boyden at Abingdon Roads Policing Unit via 0845 8 505 505.

    If you don?t want to speak to police and don?t want to leave your name, contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

  • Brill Oldies FM Returns!

    BRILL Oldies 87.9 FM radio will be broadcasting again this month.
    The Radio Station will be On Air 24 hours a day from the 24th to the 28th, covering the Brill Beer Festival (26th to 28th) and the Brill Fete on Bank Holiday Monday.
    The station has an oldies format playing popular music from the 1950s through to the 1980s.

    on the August 27th, Brill Oldies will be presenting a Roadshow with a pop quiz, interviews etc from the Beer Festival site.