Shobdon consultation

12:02pm Thursday 17th January 2013

CONSULTATION - There is a major consultation event looking at shaping the future of the village tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday in Shobdon Village Hall. The drop-in event, organised by the parish plan group, runs 4pm to 9pm tomorrow and on Saturday from 9am to 5pm. This is a golden opportunity for everyone to raise issues they feel are important, as well as to understand the big issues the village faces in the next few years, and see how things have developed since the last plan. You can have your say, as well as browse the information on display, and there will be members of the group on hand to answer your questions. Tea and coffee will be available. For more information, visit www.shobdonparishcouncil.co.uk.

Shobdon school Christmas craft fair

11:09am Thursday 29th November 2012

SHOBDON SCHOOL - There is a Christmas craft fair on Saturday from 2pm-5pm with quality gifts from local craft makers and businesses. There will be fun and games for the all the family including face painting.

Shobdon quotations

12:32pm Thursday 4th October 2012

QUOTATIONS - The parish councilis seeking quotations for a lengthsman and maintenance of green areas around the village owned by the parish council in 2013. Further details from the parish clerk on 01568 708446 or email annkentphillips@ yahoo.com. Closing date is October 31.

Shobdon air races

11:20am Thursday 9th August 2012

AIR RACES - Herefordshire Aero Club at Shobdon Airfield near Leominster is host to the Royal Aero Club for a weekend of fantastic Air Racing. On August 18, the pilots compete in the Steward’s Cup and race to qualify for a place to fight it out to win the King’s Cup Air Race on August 19. The King’s Cup is the only air race that received direct support from the royal family, by King George V, starting back in 1922. The King was keen to develop light aircraft and their engines, and the chance to win an air race was a real incentive to the pioneer pilots of the day. The races will feature about 15 aircraft, all of different types and all with highly varying power and speeds, competing in four laps of a specially designed air-racing track in the skies above the Herefordshire countryside.

Money raised in Shobdon

Above: Spelling it out, youngsters from Shobdon’s Arches Preschool take part in their relay event.

8:50am Thursday 19th July 2012

RELAY - A group of youngsters got into this year’s sporting spirit by running a relay and helping to raise more than £400 for their village nursery. The children from Shobdon Arches Preschool were sponsored to run a relay race carrying individual laminated letters to spell out the name of their nursery.

Shobdon village hall and parish meeting

2:23pm Thursday 24th May 2012

VILLAGE HALL - The parish council with a grant from Herefordshire Council Community Technology Grant scheme purchased a laptop, projector and screen for use by village hall hirers. Access to equipment is by application to booking clerk 01568 708446.

Shobdon food and flower festival

11:56am Thursday 17th May 2012

FOOD AND FLOWER FESTIVAL - Shobdon Food and Flower Festival runs from June 22- 24. The aroma of sweet summer fruits, fine wines from the Wye Valley and crisp local ciders will fill the air. Other attractions across the weekend include a large collection of vintage vehicles and children’s entertainment.

Shobdon splashing success

12:39pm Thursday 22nd March 2012

SPLASHING SUCCESS - Until recently, toads and newts were frequently found making their home in the dark corners of the PE shed at Shobdon Primary School. That has all changed now with the opening of a fantastic new wildlife pond area, created with the help of funding from the Kingspan Community Trust. The scheme, which the pupils decided to call Kingspond, included the planting of a variety of flora and fauna, native to Herefordshire, along with the construction of a wooden deck which overhangs the pond and allows pupils to study the amphibious life. The pond also features a wooden shelter with a living grass roof, providing an ideal shaded location for outdoor classes.

Shobdon race night

11:29am Thursday 15th March 2012

RACE NIGHT - Shobdon Cricket Club are holding their annual ever popular Race Night in the Village Hall on Saturday March 31. Doors open at 7pm. with first race at 8pm. Entrance free, light refreshments included. Licensed Bar applied for. A really enjoyable evening.

Shobdon donations for Kenya

12:51pm Thursday 12th January 2012

DONATION FOR KENYA - Terry Teal sends thanks to family and everyone who helped organise his recent surprise birthday party. It was a greatly appreciated. Special thanks to everyone who gave donations to the Rojo Rojo Childrens Orphanage in Kenya instead of bringing presents. The magnificent amount of £450 was raised and will be winging its way to Kenya shortly.

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