All the Fun of the Fair
Well done to those of you who kept fingers crossed for the weather on Shepperton Fair Day. While Fair Day dawned with a very dodgy looking forecast, the storm gods cooperated with us.
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Shepperton Matters
Issue 34
It was all about family fun at the Shepperton Fair recently. We showcase work from the winning entry from the photographic competition sponsored by Village Matters, Steve Owen. We also take a look at the forthcoming Shepperton and Sunbury Arts Festival.
Local Flood Meeting Swamped!
Ironically the sun was shining kindly outside as St Mary’s Parish Hall in Lower Sunbury was filled to capacity with river dwellers from the area, concerned at the possible impact a flood alleviation scheme might have on Sunbury and Shepperton.
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July is All About Art
Last month we mentioned the inaugural Art Trail from the Sunbury Working Artists. As a reminder, from July 11th-13th you can visit them in various venues in Lower Sunbury where you can meet the artists in person and purchase works if you fancy an original piece.
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Meet the Local Philatelist
John Curtin has lived in Sunbury for 30 or so years. His is not your usual sort of office job. He is a collector and dealer in stamps – a philatelist.
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Gilbert and Sullivan and D’Oyly Carte Island
Gilbert and Sullivan are of course best known for the series of comic light operas which bear their names, but the man whose knowledge of the music business brought them together and made the partnership work (not always an easy task) was Richard D’Oyly Carte
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Sunbury and Shepperton Flood Meeting
Concerned residents flocked to the meeting arranged by Village Matters on June 6th to hear from the Environment Agency about plans for the River Thames Scheme
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Songstar 2014
Songstar is now in its third year. As someone who is not musical, it was all the more remarkable to hear both great performances but also to know that the songs had been written by the students themselves.
I was Held Up by the High Sheriff
Think High Sheriff and I bet you think of Robin Hood? Well I was personally held up by the High Sheriff of Surrey recently, so here is my merry tale…
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Issue 33
In the June issue we look to the Shepperton Fair, Spelthorne in Bloom and Laleham Open Gardens. All about community and flowers! We also meet the new High Sheriff of Surrey and attend the fantastic Songstar 2014 at Thamesmead school. 400th Anniversary of St Nicholas Church OBE for Kay Stevens The Raft Race is Coming
St. Nicholas Church 400th Anniversary
St. Nicholas Church, Shepperton, this year celebrates the 400th anniversary of the present building being consecrated.
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The Raft Race is Coming!
One of the focal points of the local calendar is of course the inimitable and ever popular Raft Race.
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10k Sponsored Charity Walk
Approximately 50 Walkers supporting over 12 different Charities took part in the Rotary Club of Shepperton & Sunbury 10k Sponsored Charity Walk
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Blue’s the Colour. Jazz the Game
The Towpath in Shepperton is a world away from the dark, smoky atmosphere of a Jazz club, but this is where Peter Ind has settled after an adventurous life.
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The Joys of the Local Shop
I sat having a coffee recently with two long term residents of Lower Sunbury. They were reminiscing on how the village was in times gone by.
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The 7 a Day Challenge
A few weeks ago, we heard that the recommendations for a healthy daily intake of fruit and veg had now been revised to SEVEN portions.
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Issue 32
Trotting at Sunbury Shepperton to Hollywood – We meet Ruth Wilson, Hollywood Actress and Shepperton resident The Joys of the Local Shop The 7 a Day Challenge Blue’s The Colour. Jazz the Game Shepperton Artists Mark the Flood
Something Old, Something New
Shepperton’s Sue Brown loves pretty things. She has a background in hair and fashion, so in her later years has turned her skills to designing and making hair embellishments, mainly for the wedding market, under the brand name Heidi Kench. Each of her pieces is hand made to suit the bride and her outfit.
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Issue 31
This month we introduce a new section ‘Insurance Matters’. Advice from the Financial Ombudsman on making flood damage claims.
We sample sausages, created in a bid to raise money for those affected by the flooding.
Shepperton Woman
No, not another term for ‘ladies who lunch’ or perhaps more recently, those for whom waders or wellies are the latest ‘look’. The Shepperton woman in question is the oldest known inhabitant of the area, who lived here 5,500 years ago.
Longacres Branches Out
Yes, Spring is indeed in the air over at the new Longacres garden centre in Nutty Lane, Shepperton. As well as beautiful blooms and blossoms bursting forth, there are significant changes afoot.
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