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A Warning to Dog Owners

by Monxton Matters

There have been a number of deaths of dogs reported after they have been exposed to a mystery toxin.  Many of those have been walked in the New Forest, Dorset, Worcestershire, Cornwall, County Durham and Surrey.  Dog owners need to be vigilant amid fears the deadly disease is more widespread than initially thought.

Dog owners have been warned to look out for wounds that do not heal or lesions on the limbs or face of their pets.  Additionally, if your dog becomes quiet, starts vomiting or stops eating then please seek immediate advice from your vet.

The Monxton Pumping Station continues to flood the adjacent roads and area with polluted water.  As a precaution, and as there has been an unexplained death of a local dog (which is not necessarily connected) we would like to advise dog owners not to walk their dogs near the Pumping Station, until it has stopped flooding.

Parish Council Minutes – 15 January 2014

by Monxton Matters

Minutes of the Monxton Parish Council Meeting held on Wednesday 15th January 2014 in the Monxton Village Hall at 7.30pm.

Present : Cllr Sarah Dowding – Vice Chairman; Cllr Judith Balding; Cllr David Eaglesham; Cllr David Bateman; Richard Waterman – Parish Clerk; Members of the Public – 4; Borough Councillor Mr Ben Few-Brown; County Councillor Mrs Pat West
Apologies : Cllr Mike Cleugh – Chairman and David James NHW

WELCOME – Cllr Sarah Dowding welcomed everyone to the meeting.

DECLARATION OF INTEREST
Cllr Judith Balding declared and interest in the issue of flooding.

MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Cllr Sarah Dowding signed the minutes of the November meeting as a true record.

MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC
There were no pre-booked slots for this meeting.

PARISH REPORTS

ENVIRONMENT – Cllr Judith Balding
PILLHILL BROOK – TVBC have advised us that they are expecting a planning application in the next week to implement works to the dam. In addition, the retrospective application for the bridge should go to committee soon, no time frame has been provided.

PUMPING STATION – The Pumping Station started flooding on 1st January, and continues to do so, despite two tankers pumping out 24 hours a day. The adjacent field remains flooded with grey water and sewage. Tests done on Friday 10th January by Southern Water showed contaminated water is now only a few feet from the Pillhill Brook. Many residents have reported the threat of pollution to the Environment Agency. Their pollution incident hotline is 0800 80 70 60, and if it is registered as an incident, the EA are required to investigate.

The flooding from the pumping station has caused drains to back up, with an adverse impact on some residents. Cllr Balding is in contact with representatives from Southern Water, TVBC, HCC, the Test and Itchen Association and the Environment Agency. Southern Water’s Area Manager for maintenance in the north of Hampshire has instigated a detailed investigation, which is ongoing. A meeting is planned with all the parties concerned, to discuss what action can be taken to avoid this happening again in the future.

The problems with the pumping station was discussed further. There have been mixed reports from Southern Water on the state of the pumps, but it was noted that the flooding has never been so bad. Cllr Mr Ben Few Brown stated that the EA and HCC have not had any success on the issue of the weir, and he wondered if as a result of the recent flooding Southern Water could put any pressure on the landowner to adjust the weir and remove the dam.

This will be put to Southern Water when the meeting is held.

FOOTPATHS AND BRIDLEWAYS – Nothing to report.

SUNNYBANK – Cllr David Bateman
RESIDENT’S HEDGE OVERGROWING PAVEMENT – Cllr David Bateman reported that he had spoken to the resident about the overgrowth of the hedge that’s impeding pedestrians walking on the footpath. The resident informed Cllr Bateman that they could not afford to get the work done at the present time (summer 2013). Cllr Bateman then contacted TVBC (works number of 21034684) and received an email to state that they could not do the works. Cllr Bateman has again spoken to the resident (Friday 10th Jan 2014) and has been assured that the hedge will be cut before it starts to break into bud.

ENTRANCE TO SUNNYBANK – The road surface has crumbled and the drains have subsided due to lost lorries turning into Sunnybank. This has been reported on several occasions over the last couple of years. The works number for this is 21003770. In October 2013 Cllr Bateman received an e-mail regarding this problem and  was informed that the problem had been inspected and it should be completed within two months. Here we are nearly mid January 2014 and still no sign of the work being carried out.

SALT BIN IN SUNNYBANK – Cllr David Bateman reported on the correspondence regarding the filling of the Salt Bin in Sunnybank since November 2013. He was pleased to report that a new blue Grit Bin has been delivered and filled with grit.

OVERGROWN HEDGE IN RED POST LANE – It was reported that part of the hedgerow opposite Red Post Farm was badly overgrown and if you needed to pull close to the hedge because of oncoming traffic you ended up with scratches on the car, the hedge is mainly made up of hawthorn which has very long spikes on it. Cllr Bateman investigated and found that the area in question is behind the Goodmans site. Cllr Bateman registered a complaint, the first one with works number 21057360 said that this had been rectified, after investigation he found that this was not so. Cllr Bateman took photographs of the of the offending hedgerow and sent in another complaint on the 6th January 2014 (21062056) and to date the work has not been carried out.

FLOODING ALONG ANDOVER ROAD – Cllr David Bateman reported that there has been a lot of flooding from Silver Birch Farm along to Monxton Track. This is not a new problem, and I have been informed by residents that live along Andover Road that it has been like this for many years. Shortly after I made the complaint (firstly to TVBC by phone) I mentioned that the drains are full of sediment and they need to be sucked out and jetted. Shortly after I made this complaint workmen turned up to clear the large ditch opposite Silver Birch Farm. I was rather pleased to get such quick action but still the drains have not been cleaned. I have two works numbers 1. 21058692. When checking on the web site it said enquiry resolved.

Cllr Bateman reported that he had raised another complaint the second works number being 21059090. The photographs which showed that even though the ditch had been cleared it was full of water and the drains were overflowing causing large swathes of lying water all along Andover Road towards Monxton Track. I checked the web site frequently and a comment showed that “Further Investigation is required” I have made several comments but to date (Friday 10th Jan 2014) nothing has been done.

TRAFFIC – Cllr Sarah Dowding

  • New Signs installed – Horse and Rider (Broad Road and Abbotts Ann Road); Junction (Abbotts Ann Road and Chalkpit Lane); Road Narrows (by Lilac Cottage); Bend Ahead (Broad Road); No HGVs (by railway bridge – this is in the wrong location and will be moved soon)
  • Signs to be installed asap – No HGVs sign for Chalkpit Lane
  • Meeting with TVBC and Coop – December 2013: Cllr Sarah Dowding reported that lorry movements were discussed. The Coop said they would tighten up the delivery route with their suppliers, there will be re-issue maps with photographs and the correct address for the Distribution Centre. The Coop are strict with their own drivers and they are fined if they do not use the designated routes. Goodmans will be asked to provide a better sign for the Business Park.
  • A number of requests have been made to Nelson Lorries and Langdown for a one way system – full lorries through Quarley and empty through Monxton – this has been working, but there have been reports of the full lorries coming through Monxton.
  • Next projects for the Traffic Steering Group: Village Gateways; Speed Indicator Device; Community Speedwatch Scheme; Extending speed limit zones (Broad Road and Green Lane); Possible bollards for small green (Abbotts Ann/Broad Road) (Next meeting 5 February 2014)
  • Cllr Dowding stated that further information on the Community Speedwatch Scheme is needed so a balanced decision can be made between this scheme or a Speed Indicator device.

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH REPORT – David James – Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinator
Reported crime has been low over the past two months. With the arrival of the cold weather and oil tanks being topped up the Police have warned about possible attempts to steal heating oil. The advise ways to make the oil less attractive to thieves including :

  • ŸConsider a `sudden drop’ alarm on the tank.
  • ŸFit a PIR activated light/alarm.
  • Fit an alarmed padlock, (available via the police, and very substantial they are too, also suitable for sheds).

Crime Alerts – Since the last meeting an alert was issued on the 7th December which was distributed in Monxton and posted on Monxton Matters. It covered Police advice for Christmas on dwelling burglary, vehicle crime and personal safety.

MONXTON PARISH COUNCIL FINANCE – Cllr David Eaglesham
Cllr David Eaglesham gave a full report on the Monxton Parish Council Finances. Balance Sheet attached to the master copy of these minutes, available to view on the Web Site and displayed on the Village Notice Boards.

The precept request form for the year 2014/2015 was completed and signed by the Clerk so it can be submitted to Test valley Borough Council. The Parish Council have received a Bill of £1990 for the recent election and will ask for a breakdown before this is paid.

PLANNING

  • Application for the retrospective planning for the bridge at Upper Mill House, Ref 13/01556/FULLN – still awaited date for TVBC Committee
  • ŸApplication for a new weir at the junction of the old river and the mill race still awaited from Lord Tanlow.
  • ŸAlpine Group development at Manor Farm. Good progress on finding a new location — 2 identified locally. Good progress on finding a developer who is interested – with Bloor Homes now in discussions. TVBC meeting with interested parties in the next few weeks. MPC will be engaged and involved in any development and have sign off through the planning process along with AAPC
  • ŸPERMISSION – 13/01776/LBWN – Change of front door and replacement floor in kitchen -School House, Amport Road.
  • ŸA recent article in the Andover Advertiser mentioned the possibility of 1500 houses a Little Park at Abbotts Ann. This will be investigated.

There was a brief discussion on the facilities in Andover – it was felt that there is no sign of these being improved to cater for the large number of homes being built.

MONXTON WEB SITE
Views since start (Feb 2013) : 21,817.   November : 1879   December: 1288   January: 1104

VILLAGE PROJECTS
Delayed until the spring due to the lack of interest this winter.

  • Ÿ  Village Green clear-up
  • Ÿ  Village Pond project
  • Ÿ  Village verges weed reduction

ŸFRACKING
Cllr Sarah Dowding suggested that the Parish Council should consider their position and make a statement on issue of Fracking. Possibly conducting an on-line poll of residents. Cllr Mrs P West stated that HCC are releasing a statement on Fracking and she will pass this on to the Parish Council.

COUNCILLOR MR BEN FEW-BROWN
Cllr Mr Ben Few Brown stated that none of the Parish Council’s have applied for his Borough Councillor grants that are available. TVBC also have grants available for Village Halls. This will be looked into.

COUNTY COUNCILLOR MRS PAT WEST
Cllr Mrs Pat West reported that the Andover Library are reducing their evening opening hours as there have been problems with harassment of the staff.

CLOSE OF THE MEETING
Cllr Sarah Dowding thanked everyone for coming and closed the meeting.

DATE OF THE NEXT MEETING
Wednesday 19th March 2014 in the Village Hall at 7.30pm

Black Swan Attempted Break-in last week

by mikecleugh

Burglars tried to break into the Black Swan via the rear window on the kitchen on Sunday night (19 January 2014). They managed to jemmy open the window, but disturbed the dog, who barked, which caused them to flee without taking anything.

This break-in happened between 1.00am and 3.00am and if anyone noticed any non-Monxton people or cars at that time in the morning please let Mikael have any details by calling 710260.

Although nothing was stolen it was reported to the police on Monday morning but they decided not to come out to the scene!

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Speed Indicator Device

by Monxton Matters

Monxton Parish Council and the recently-formed Traffic Steering Group have been discussing the idea of having a Speed Indicator Device or Display (SID) (also known as Vehicle Activated Signs) in Monxton.  These are LED signs that flash up for drivers exceeding the speed limit and may be a useful tool in Monxton to help curb the problem of excess speeds in the village.

MPC would like to know whether or not residents would like to see one of these signs in the village or parish. The signs can either just flash up to anyone exceeding the speed limit, or can tell drivers their exact speed. Some SIDs can also log the speed of all vehicles that pass and this information can be downloaded and used to document traffic speeds and volumes, although these versions are more expensive.

It would be mobile and moved to different sites (exact locations TBC) within the village. This would hopefully optimise effectiveness and also try and ensure that there was no complacency among drivers. It would enable the traffic speed and volume to be logged at each site and we could work out which location had the most issues and where the sign was most effective at slowing traffic.

The cost of the SID is quite significant and will be approximately 20% of MPC’s total funds (or about 50% of the annual budget). The exact cost is to be confirmed depending on the make and model of SID. There may well also be some grant money available towards the purchase. But at this stage we would like to know whether or not you think the concept is a good idea.

Please add any comments below.

Pumping Station Overflow – Jan 2014

by Monxton Matters

Details of the potential flooding incident in the village over the past few days:

When a resident returned home at approx 1450 on 01 Jan 14 they noticed that their downstairs loo was not flushing away properly: this is always an indicator that the drains are flooded or backing up.

1500 01 Jan 14: a rapid check of the pumping station on Chalkpit Lane revealed that the pumping station itself was under water and water flooding up to depth of at least 3 or 4 inches; concurrently the sewer in the road was flooding water into the road.  Fortunately in both cases the water was grey water and not raw sewage – or appeared not to be.

1505 01 Jan 14: Southern Water (SW) were called and the incident reported.

1750 01 Jan 14: Checked situation again.  The rain having eased off the in-road sewage was not flooding. However the pumping station itself was still flooding – with water bubbling up at quite a rate and was under a number of inches of water.  A torchlight scan of the field between the pumping station and the Pillhill Brook reveal a considerable amount of surface water; but the field was not fully flooded.

By 2035 01 Jan 14:  Two SW vans at the pumping station, and the loo was flushing properly again.  So drains no longer backing up.

0155 02 Jan 14:  Large (water) tanker arrives on site.  (Comment: A similar tanker was on site on 03 Dec 13 when the drains were cleared by SW (as precaution)).

By 0630 02 Jan 14: Tanker had departed.  And in full daylight all the surface water in the field had gone.

This incident shows how reliant we are on the Chalkpit Lane pumping station remaining operational.  That the field between the pumping station and the Pillhill Brook is vital to flood prevention; but that it can only cope with one event – either the failure of the pumping station/drains backing up or the stream breaking its banks.  What is now clear it cannot cope with both concurrently.  Given that the drains/pumping station was cleaned as recently as 03 Dec 13, what has happened to cause it – the pumping station – to fail/block some 30 days later?

With more heavy rain forecast in the coming days, and if you believe some forecasters some weeks, it is essential that we know the cause here and what can be done to ameliorate/prevent future occurrences.

The good news is that SW ring back system does work and they did turn out – albeit after some 7 hours.  It was perhaps fortunate that the heavy rain eased off during this period.

03 Jan 2014: Woke up this morning to find that loo not flushing properly.  Went to inspect the Chalkpit Lane pumping station. Grey water/sewage bubbling up not only in the station – now under a couple of inches – but also in the road – both in Chalkpit Lane and in the High Street.  Flooding in the field between Pumping Station and Pillhill Brook more extensive than on 01 Jan 14.

Have reported incident to Southern Water at approx 0750 today 03 Jan 14.  If back flooding continues untreated water will soon get into Pillhill Brook and thus pollution into the local river network.

Sat 04 Jan 14.  Loos not working again this morning – not flushing away. Checked the Pumping Station at approx 10:00 hrs.  Grey water coming up through the manhole on site: no signs of flooding in the field (yet); no water bubbling up in road (yet). Automatic callback to Southern Water awaited (call put in at approx 10:15) so that the problem can be reported (again).  Not looking good for Sunday 05 Jan, with heavy rain forecast for a large part of the day.

For any problems call the Leak Line on 0800 820 999.  It goes through to the same department as the flooding number, which is a chargeable 0845 number. The more people that call from Monxton the better!

Lorries and Co-Op

by Monxton Matters

Monxton Parish Council has recently had two meetings with Co-Op and TVBC/HCC and we are working together to stop the negative impact of lorries through our village.

Various Monxton residents have spoken to lorry drivers who appear to be lost or trying to turn around. This has shown that many suppliers still held the old address for the Co-Op, which mentions Monxton Road and also calls the building a CDC or RDC (Composite or Regional Distribution Centre) and omitted the phrase ‘Andover Business Park’. MPC has reported this to the Co-Op. MPC also suggested that the directions given to drivers were not as clear as they could be and suggested adding photographs of the site itself and the road signs at the relevant exits on the A303.

So MPC has requested that the following is now being implemented as soon as possible:

Co-Operative

  • Issue a statement to all suppliers to strongly remind them to update their databases with the accurate and up to date address for the CDC at the Andover Business Park, mentioning the words ‘Co-Operative’ and ‘Andover Business Park’, and excluding anything saying Monxton.
  • Create new directions for HGV drivers which will include photos of the Co-Op CDC, and road signs on the approach of the slip roads and roundabout, and be easily understandable with fewer language barriers.

Goodmans

  • To improve the signs at the entrance to and around the Andover Business Park

TVBC/HCC

  • To improve the road signs and road markings leading to the Andover Business Park, and discouraging routes down Monxton Road
  • Add a new sign at the top of the west-bound slip road showing Monxton to left, Business Park straight on, and town centre to the right (or similar) and road markings
  • Add Andover Business Park signs in Collingbourne Ducis to route via Tidworth & A303
  • Ensure ABP is well signed from the east-bound A303, and ensure exit at prior junctions is dissuaded (so no routing via E. Cholderton, Quarley or Amport)
  • Ensure all the approach roads from the A303/A343 etc that could possibly pass through Monxton have the correct signs to dissuade HGVs
  • Add to the ‘No HGV’ signs leading down towards Monxton, possibly at the roundabout by the Army HQ
  • Move the ‘No HGV’ sign currently situated after the railway bridge to BEFORE the bridge and traffic lights

Chimney Fires – A Warning!

by Monxton Matters

From Hampshire Fire & Rescue Service HQ, Eastleigh, Hampshire, SO50 9SJ
Tel: 023 8064 4000 

As a member of Hampshire’s Fire Authority, I am writing to raise your awareness of the devastation which may be caused by chimney fires within the home and to share some useful safety information for communities, as we go through the winter months..

In recent years we in Hampshire have seen many fires in homes which started in chimneys. Whilst we continue to successfully reduce the number of fires across Hampshire, recent years have seen an increase in chimney fires.

There are some specific actions that home owners can take to prevent these fires and I would ask that you bring to the attention of residents within your area:

  • Chimneys should be examined regularly. Fire can spread from within the chimney through worn brick jointing
  • Chimneys should be lined, especially in older properties and definitely in ALL thatch properties
  • Chimneys should be swept at the start of the burning season and then:
    • Once per year for smokeless fuel and oil
    • Twice a year for coal fires
    • Every three months for wood burning fires
    • Burning unseasoned wood will create greater soot and tar build up and should not be used or chimneys swept more often

We saw some devastating fires in thatch cottages last year.  All of these fires are believed to have started within chimneys.  Please encourage residents living in thatch buildings to have their chimney inspected by a qualified professional and always follow the guidance above.

For more information on chimney safety please go to http://www.hantsfire.gov.uk/yoursafety/athome/preventionathome/chimneyfires.htm

In all cases, householders should follow the basic principles of keeping safe from fire within the home.  This includes:

  • Always having working smoke detectors within the home – one on each level as a minimum;
  • Think about and practise an emergency evacuation plan and ensure everyone within the house knows what to do in a fire;
  • Reduce fire hazards within the home, such as ensuring all electrical equipment is in good order and sockets not overloaded, naked flames such as fires and candles are extinguished fully before going to bed and smoking is done in a safe place – discarding used cigarettes in a safe place.

More home safety information is available at http://www.hantsfire.gov.uk/yoursafety/athome/preventionathome.htm

As the weather turns colder for the winter, please do also ensure you and your community are prepared.  Hampshire Fire and Rescue Service leads the work of the Hampshire and IOW Local Resilience Forum in preparing for emergencies.  The following web page has more information how you can help your local community plan for emergencies including the colder weather http://www3.hants.gov.uk/localresilienceforum.htm.  In all cases please ensure the elderly and those more vulnerable to the cold and adverse weather are considered by the community.

Please help us to keep our local communities safe this winter.

Yours Faithfully

Keith Chapman

Top Tips for moving to the Country

by Monxton Matters

This article appeared as a blog recently about a village in Oxfordshire and should raise a wry smile among those with a sense of humour! For the full article (and some hilarious comments afterwards) click the link here

These days many wealthy city folk are moving to the country. Fair play and good luck.

However, it is an unfortunate fact that many find it hard to assimilate. One of the major reasons for this is the actual countryside is a place where people live and work, not the large leisure park most city people have experienced thus far. Thus the reality is not always what our new neighbours expected to find and, often, they don’t like it as much as they thought they would.

In the spirit of public service, then, here is your handy print-out-and-keep guide to a comfortable new life in the sticks.

  1. The Roads: They are covered in crap. This is a function of drainage ditches being full, of animals on the roads and of large agricultural machinery dropping muck everywhere. This is fine. It is not “a matter for the Parish Council”.
  2. The Parish Council: This will usually be made up of folk who’ve lived in the village for years and also some newer blood. That’s a good thing. It is not a replacement for your Kensington bridge club, or meeting your girlfriends in Harrods, and there is no need for you to join it and try to change everything in order to fill your long afternoons. Unbelievably, we’ve managed so far without you for more than 500 years!.
  3. The Village Pub: A fine and wonderful place which is to be treasured and used. The best thing about it is it’s a real leveller – doesn’t matter who you are, you’ll be judged on how you treat others and nothing else. If you’ve got anything about you, you’ll come to love this about it above all else. On which note, then, please don’t come in and grumble about dogs running around, or about the fact you can’t get St Tropez scallops fried in yak’s butter at 4.30pm or that they may not be able to make you a Brandy Alexander. Also, best not to only come in twice a year, the second occasion being Christmas when you address the landlord like an old friend and loudly call him by his Christian name to impress your friends visiting from Hampstead.
  4. Animals: There are loads, and we kill and eat quite a lot of them. Many are quite noisy, especially cockerels. This is also not “a matter for the Parish Council”. Equally, some are a problem and will be killed by your fellow inhabitants from time to time; others will be killed by each other or by cars. There is not a “little man” who comes along to pick them up. Just drive around them.  Finally on this one, please don’t feed the foxes. They’re not “cute” and they kill all our chickens. This makes us all quite angry.
  5. Your New Dog: Obviously you will have bought a pedigree mutt to go with your new house. Enjoy. However, it’s worth taking the time and making the effort to train it properly so it doesn’t chase sheep or deer, or dive in to areas of nesting pheasants. In the north of the country somebody is likely to shoot it for chasing the former, in the south for chasing or doing the latter. Despite having a Kennel Club name longer than most people’s address, your dog will still be turned inside out by a hand-loaded .243 cartridge. If it’s a gun dog and you intend to work it there’s no need to pay someone £3000 to train it for you. Ours are all rubbish too.
  6. Your New Gun and Togs: Over the years you’ve enjoyed a bit of corporate shooting, and good for you. However, you now have a bit of an issue. Your £18,000 English side-by-side and the £7,000 worth of kit you bought from William Evans on St James’s mean you really need to be able to hit a cow’s arse (NB: cow – large bovine animal found in fields and, occasionally, running down the road for no obvious reason) with a banjo.  Actually nobody cares if you’re rubbish, so long as you can laugh at yourself and take a bit of ribbing, so pop the expensive stuff away and go and buy a working gun whilst you get your eye in.
  7. Your Trousers: Those yellow or blue cords from Oliver Brown on Sloane Street don’t make you look like landed gentry, they make you look like a derivatives trader on a long weekend away. Just don’t.
  8. Your New Community: A village is just like a city, only smaller and therefore more intimate. That means it’s made up of people from all sorts of backgrounds. This is a good thing. If you take the time to get to know them you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the breadth of experiences and knowledge. Lamenting loudly that nobody you now know has been to  see the Chuck Close at Tate Modern is not the best way to achieve this. Nor is making rude assumptions about them and living behind your closed front door all week until the next set of visitors from London arrive for the weekend. You’re missing the best bit of being here, the people.
  9. Your Nickname: Everyone in the village will have a nickname. Most are well meant, if a little brusque. When you discover yours is “Honking Giles” don’t move house, it’s a sign of acceptance. It’s the people without one who need to worry.
  10. Finally: None of the above points apply to villages like the one illustrated here (in Oxfordshire) where the TTP (Twat Tipping Point) has already been reached.  Most of these are in the Cotswolds and are now, basically, London-in-the-Dale. Here you can behave like as much of a narrow-minded, braying bell-end as you like and you’ll receive a warm welcome from your fellow pillocks, and Kate Moss. If points 1-9 above alarm you, this is your solution; if not, we’d love to see you in the actual countryside.

Moviola dates for 2014

by Monxton Matters

Friday 24 January             – “Blue Jasmine”
Wednesday 26 February   – “Le Weekend”
Friday 28 March               – “Philomena”
Wednesday 23 April         – “One Chance”

Moviola is held in Monxton & Amport Village Hall. Doors open at 7pm and the film starts at 7.30pm. Tickets are £5 and available from Caroline Unwin (772375), Veronica Bacon (771285), Karin Staines (712061) or Jennifer Richards (710308).

Visit the Moviola website – www.moviola.org