In our Summer 2013 edition read an appreciation of our caretaker Merv as he celebrates his 65th birthday.

A brief word from new County Councillor Phil Bailey who shares details of how to get in touch with him.

Oliver’s Battery Parish Council held a a barbeque and picnic in July to celebrate the formal opening of the tennis court and Multi-Use Games Area.

MP Steve Brine talks about the newly setup Winchester Autism Group, about his highlights from the Queen’s Speech and about chairing a big Parliamentary inquiry into breast cancer, its causes and effects.

City Councillors Brian Laming and Lynda Bannister welcome Phil Bailey as the new County Councillor for Downlands division and thank Charlotte Bailey for all the help and support she has given to us locally and to wish her a happy ‘retirement’. They discuss the  tree management scheme for Badger Farm, the consultation about proposals for new homes and facilities in Stanmore and dog fouling.

Badger Farm Parish Council mention how pretty the area is in spring. They are also are looking into the possibility of introducing Highland cattle onto designated (and controlled) areas of the Ridge during the winter months.

Stanmore Primary’s Year 3/4 children had a treat earlier this term when they became the first pupils to use their brand new video
conferencing facilities. After booking a slot with the National Space Centre the children gathered in Oak Class for a live presentation and question and answer session with one of their education specialists. Pupils had a guided tour of the solar system and discovered the properties of all the different planets, including our own. It was very exciting hearing from an expert – pupils even heard a few words from astronaut Charlie Duke who was the 10th person to walk on the surface of the moon.