NEWS
Coronation Quiz Night - Saturday 22nd April 2023
Starting at 7pm
At the Community Hub on the Field of Remembrance.
A fun evening for teams of 4 or 6, raising funds for the Field.
Please contact us for more information, places limited this year so book early!
£15.00 per person including a fish and chip supper, bring your own drinks.
Food choices: Fish & Chips, Chicken & Chips (gluten free), Sausage & Chips or Veggie Burger & chips
Contact: helen@lloyd-bisley.com 07775 782807 to book at table or for more info.
Starting at 7pm
At the Community Hub on the Field of Remembrance.
A fun evening for teams of 4 or 6, raising funds for the Field.
Please contact us for more information, places limited this year so book early!
£15.00 per person including a fish and chip supper, bring your own drinks.
Food choices: Fish & Chips, Chicken & Chips (gluten free), Sausage & Chips or Veggie Burger & chips
Contact: helen@lloyd-bisley.com 07775 782807 to book at table or for more info.
The Pram Race is back! December 2022
It was great to see the return of the annual Boxing Day Pram Race which for the first time ended at the Community Hub on the Windlesham Field of Remembrance. Whilst the format, route and timings had changed somewhat the runners, walkers and spectators had a great time. As a family centred activity no doubt it will grow in size and stature to continue this traditional event which has been run for over 50 years, raising invaluable funds for local charities.
For more information, and photos, you may wish to read the more detailed article, written by Mike Sheard in February’s Windlesham magazine or visit the website at www.pramrace.com. No doubt such an event would not be successful without the contributions of the Pram Race Committee, volunteer marshals and sponsors.
Of particular note are the new trophies for winning teams, some of which were recrafted by the engineers of the Gordon Murray Group. They will shortly be displayed in the Hub, where all will be able to see the superb craftsmanship.
It was great to see the return of the annual Boxing Day Pram Race which for the first time ended at the Community Hub on the Windlesham Field of Remembrance. Whilst the format, route and timings had changed somewhat the runners, walkers and spectators had a great time. As a family centred activity no doubt it will grow in size and stature to continue this traditional event which has been run for over 50 years, raising invaluable funds for local charities.
For more information, and photos, you may wish to read the more detailed article, written by Mike Sheard in February’s Windlesham magazine or visit the website at www.pramrace.com. No doubt such an event would not be successful without the contributions of the Pram Race Committee, volunteer marshals and sponsors.
Of particular note are the new trophies for winning teams, some of which were recrafted by the engineers of the Gordon Murray Group. They will shortly be displayed in the Hub, where all will be able to see the superb craftsmanship.
Rainbow Corner - OFSTED Inspection OUTSTANDING - Congratulations! December 2022
Like all schools, nurseries are inspected by the Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED). Just before Christmas Rainbow Corner Nursery were given half a days’ notice of an Inspector’s visit.
Following an Ofsted Inspection, the institution is given one of four grades: 1 Outstanding, 2 Good, 3 Requires Improvement, 4 Inadequate.
We are delighted that Rainbow Corner was found to be Outstanding. Meeting a judgement of Outstanding is exceptionally difficult to get – there must be only one weakness/perceived need for improvement for judgement to be relegated to ‘Good’. If you would like to read the very complimentary report it can be found at https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581098
Our sincere congratulations to Lucy and all the staff of Rainbow Corner
Like all schools, nurseries are inspected by the Office for Standards in Education (OFSTED). Just before Christmas Rainbow Corner Nursery were given half a days’ notice of an Inspector’s visit.
Following an Ofsted Inspection, the institution is given one of four grades: 1 Outstanding, 2 Good, 3 Requires Improvement, 4 Inadequate.
We are delighted that Rainbow Corner was found to be Outstanding. Meeting a judgement of Outstanding is exceptionally difficult to get – there must be only one weakness/perceived need for improvement for judgement to be relegated to ‘Good’. If you would like to read the very complimentary report it can be found at https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2581098
Our sincere congratulations to Lucy and all the staff of Rainbow Corner
Carols on the Field - Tues 20th December 2022
Another emerging tradition is to have Christmas Carols on the Field, although being so wet this year it was moved successfully to the car park. On an early winters’ evening St John’s Church Choir led the community singing of traditional carols at the Community Hub. This was the second year that this event was organised, and the earlier start may have limited the size of the congregation.
Our thanks to St Johns Curate Sean Beagley, and Robin Lewis for organising the event which was appreciated by all who were able to come. Looking forward to seeing you in December 20231
Another emerging tradition is to have Christmas Carols on the Field, although being so wet this year it was moved successfully to the car park. On an early winters’ evening St John’s Church Choir led the community singing of traditional carols at the Community Hub. This was the second year that this event was organised, and the earlier start may have limited the size of the congregation.
Our thanks to St Johns Curate Sean Beagley, and Robin Lewis for organising the event which was appreciated by all who were able to come. Looking forward to seeing you in December 20231
Windlesham Christmas Tree Lighting - Sat 3rd December 2022
It was great to see the annual lighting of the Windlesham Christmas Tree(s), both at the Village Green and also a new Event at the Field of Remembrance.
A slightly different approach to the Tree Lighting this year, due to safety reasons, the annual Village Event moved from the location of the Village Green to the Field of Remembrance and ownership handed from the Windlesham Society to the Field of Remembrance. The Christmas tree was very kindly donated to the Field by Conrad and Helga Sturt. In the near future the tree will be moved to a permanent site on the Field - so that it may be enjoyed by all for many years to come.
The event was made extra special this year, with Sir Dr Brian May, Anne Brummer (Harper Asprey Wildlife Rescue) and the lovely hedgehog Grace, switching on the Christmas Tree lights at the Field of Remembrance.
Live music, Christmas Market Stalls, Carol Singing and refreshments were enjoyed by all.
Our particular thanks to Pat Lewis, with her helpers, who organised this event which will no doubt become an annual tradition.
It was great to see the annual lighting of the Windlesham Christmas Tree(s), both at the Village Green and also a new Event at the Field of Remembrance.
A slightly different approach to the Tree Lighting this year, due to safety reasons, the annual Village Event moved from the location of the Village Green to the Field of Remembrance and ownership handed from the Windlesham Society to the Field of Remembrance. The Christmas tree was very kindly donated to the Field by Conrad and Helga Sturt. In the near future the tree will be moved to a permanent site on the Field - so that it may be enjoyed by all for many years to come.
The event was made extra special this year, with Sir Dr Brian May, Anne Brummer (Harper Asprey Wildlife Rescue) and the lovely hedgehog Grace, switching on the Christmas Tree lights at the Field of Remembrance.
Live music, Christmas Market Stalls, Carol Singing and refreshments were enjoyed by all.
Our particular thanks to Pat Lewis, with her helpers, who organised this event which will no doubt become an annual tradition.
Play Area Surfacing Works - November 2022
The surface repair works have now been completed making the edges safer and keeping the surfacing in good order. Thank you for your patience as we waited for a break in the weather.
The surface repair works have now been completed making the edges safer and keeping the surfacing in good order. Thank you for your patience as we waited for a break in the weather.
Production of The Rascally Diner at the Windlesham Field of Remembrance on Wed 10 Aug
Everybody clap your pans – it’s time for The Rascally Diner!
Cook up a stink as part of Rufus Skumskins O’Parsleys’ kitchen crew or bring a pot to bang and ward off evil cakes in this fun-filled, messy performance about food.
Chef Rufus Skumskins O’Parsley is famous for creating some of the world’s most disgusting dishes. You might know him from the award-winning children’s book The Rascally Cake, written by
Jeanne Willis and Korky Paul.
Join LAStheatre for a riotous and ridiculous outdoor family performance for everyone aged 5+. This is an outdoor event so please come prepared for all weather types. No seating is provided so please feel free to bring chairs or picnic blankets.
Refreshments are available to buy or you may bring your own food and drink. Run time for the show is approx. 60 mins with performances at noon and 2:30pm.
Tickets available here: www.camberleytheatre.co.uk/events/rascally-diner#
Windlesham Community Lunch to Celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee - 5 Junes 1200-1600
Please bring a picnic and join the celebrations with us at the Field of Remembrance - Free Live Music 1200-1600
Field of Remembrance Annual General Meeting - 31 March 2022 7:30pm
The 2022 Annual General Meeting of the Windlesham Field of Remembrance will be held in the Lumley Room at the Windlesham Hub, Windlesham Field of Remembrance, Kennel Lane, GU20 6AA at 1930 on Thursday 31 March 2022.
The AGM is held by the charity’s Trustees for Windlesham residents who are welcome to attend. After the meeting, the accounts will be filed in compliance with the requirements of the Charity Commission.
You can let us know you are coming by clicking on this event link on our facebook page: fb.me/e/2cT68BIt3
Road Closure notification for planned tree work on Kennel Lane - 6 Sep 2021
Our wonderful Admiral’s Field woodland and the trees around our boundary require regular work by tree surgeons, frequent maintenance, and careful replanting. We have many mature trees, but severe weather, cavities and decay damage can mean we need to either reduce the size of trees or in some cases remove them for public health and safety reasons.
We have recently had a professional tree survey that identified several trees need work by our tree surgeons including ten larger trees. Some of these will be reduced in size or have deadwood removed but in the case of two Beech and two Scots Pine we need to fell the trees as a result of decay or damage. These include trees that overhang Kennel Lane and we have received permission from Surrey CC Highways to close the road between 6 and 10 September 2021 covering the working hours 0930 – 1600, so that the work can be completed safely. We apologise for any inconvenience this road closure may cause.
We now have regular work parties which together with the volunteers from Surrey Heath Tree Wardens are making excellent progress maintaining the woodland by clearing invasive species like laurel that are crowding out saplings of the native trees which we need to nurture. If you can help with this work, please contact Helen Hansen-Hjul.
During the last 3 years we have sadly lost a large number of mature trees in the woodland area. However, having a clearer canopy gives us an opportunity to regenerate the woods by bringing light that will allow young saplings to thrive. We are working on plans to regenerate the area by replacing the stock with native species like oak, beech, holly, blackthorn and hawthorn and we hope to plant larger saplings this autumn.
Mike Sheard
Celebration at the Hub
Our 2 businesses at the Hub, Fieldhouse Coffee and Rainbow Corner Preschool are hosting a 1 year celebration event at the Field of Remembrance on Friday 20th August from 3-5pm. Please come along and help them celebrate
Tree Warden Working Party - Tuesday 27th July - 10am-1pm
Join our woodland Coordinator and Surrey Heath Tree wardens to help tackle removal/control of invasive species (mainly Laurel). This event is in addition to our regular monthly meet on first Tuesday of the month (10.00-13.00)”. Please join the team at the Field of Remembrance.
Community Hub reopening for bookings from 17 May
We are delighted to let you know that we will now be taking bookings again for the Community Hub in line with the latest Covid advice.
Windlesham Field of Remembrance - Annual General Meeting
The 2021 Annual General Meeting of the Windlesham Field of Remembrance will be held as a Zoom call at 1930 on Wednesday 28 April 2021.
The AGM is held by the charity Trustees for Windlesham residents who are welcome to join the Zoom call. After the meeting, the accounts will be filed in compliance with the requirements of the Charity Commission.
Please use the following link for access:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84608838018
Zoom Meeting ID: 846 0883 8018
As this is a public meeting no password is required. From the moment that you join and during the presentation of the Report and Accounts, attendees other than the Chairman and Treasurer will be muted.
Woodland maintenance update - 2 January 2021
We are now holding regularly work party sessions in our woodland area on the first Tuesday of the month between 10:00-13:00 hrs with much valued advice and support from the Surrey Heath Tree wardens.
As these sessions are held on behalf of a Registered Charity and the fact that we are all Volunteers, working outside, for the good of the Community, this means we are able to carry on under the current Tier Four COVID Regulations. If these change we will, of course, amend/cease activities accordingly.
A 5 metre rule is enforced, tools are disinfected and we ask there be no swopping of tools, volunteers equip themselves with suitable protective footwear and gloves.
This is an opportunity to help our environment and our Community, be in fresh air, surrounded by nature, getting valuable exercise.
our Working Party dates for January and early February will be;
Tuesday 5th January, Clearing Invasive Species and Tidy Up
Tuesday 2nd February, Clearing Invasive Species and Tidy Up
If you are interested in joining, please meet in the car park at the Field of Remembrance at 10am. If you would like further details, please contact Helen on 07947 871 292.
Take care and stay safe.
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Field of Remembrance celebrates as we win Green Flag Award Again
Record-breaking year as more than 2,000 green spaces across the country get international quality mark
On Wed 14th October, parks and green spaces across the country raised their Green Flag Award with pride in a year when millions of people have seen the value of having great quality green spaces on their doorstep.
Among them was our very own Field of Remembrance which has retained its Green Flag Award.
The Green Flag Award scheme, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for their management across the United Kingdom and around the world.
The Field of Remembrance is one of more than 2,000 sites across the country to collect the award for 2020.
Commenting on the Field of Remembrance' success, Keep Britain Tidy Chief Executive Allison Ogden-Newton OBE said: “This year, more than ever, our parks and green spaces have been a lifeline and we know that millions of people have used them to relax, meet friends, exercise or simply escape for a short time.
“It is testament to the incredible dedication and hard work of parks staff and volunteers that, despite the challenges that went along with record numbers of visitors, the Field of Remembrance has achieved the highest international standards demanded by the Green Flag Award.”
AGM
Our AGM was successfully held on 23 Sept - thanks to those that chose to join us
Notice of Windlesham Field of Remembrance AGM
The 2020 Annual General Meeting of the Windlesham Field of Remembrance will be held as a Zoom call at 1900 on Wednesday 23 September 2020.
The AGM is held by the Trustees for Windlesham residents who are welcome to join the Zoom call. After the meeting, the accounts will be filed in compliance with the requirements of the Charity Commission.
To join the Zoom Meeting go to
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83131665008
Meeting ID: 831 3166 5008
As this is a public meeting no password is required. From the moment that you join and during the presentation of the Report and Accounts, attendees other than the Chairman and Treasurer will be muted.
24 March 2020: IMPORTANT COVID19 UPDATE FROM THE FIELD OF REMEMBRANCE:
Hub bookings: The wellbeing of our volunteers and the community is the most important thing to us. As a result, at this time we are not able to open the community hub for any bookings - we have been in touch with everyone that has a booking to advise them. As you would all expect, we are following the advice provided by Public Health England and the Government.
When the situation changes, we will then get back in touch with anyone who has a booking dated in the future to advise if we are able to progress. We will not be taking any new bookings until further notice.
Use of the Field: The field has had a lot of visitors in recent days. We urge you to take the most recent Government advice and so if you are using the field for your one period of exercise a day, please consider social distancing (keeping 2m apart) and not meeting in groups of more than 6.
Everybody clap your pans – it’s time for The Rascally Diner!
Cook up a stink as part of Rufus Skumskins O’Parsleys’ kitchen crew or bring a pot to bang and ward off evil cakes in this fun-filled, messy performance about food.
Chef Rufus Skumskins O’Parsley is famous for creating some of the world’s most disgusting dishes. You might know him from the award-winning children’s book The Rascally Cake, written by
Jeanne Willis and Korky Paul.
Join LAStheatre for a riotous and ridiculous outdoor family performance for everyone aged 5+. This is an outdoor event so please come prepared for all weather types. No seating is provided so please feel free to bring chairs or picnic blankets.
Refreshments are available to buy or you may bring your own food and drink. Run time for the show is approx. 60 mins with performances at noon and 2:30pm.
Tickets available here: www.camberleytheatre.co.uk/events/rascally-diner#
Windlesham Community Lunch to Celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee - 5 Junes 1200-1600
Please bring a picnic and join the celebrations with us at the Field of Remembrance - Free Live Music 1200-1600
Field of Remembrance Annual General Meeting - 31 March 2022 7:30pm
The 2022 Annual General Meeting of the Windlesham Field of Remembrance will be held in the Lumley Room at the Windlesham Hub, Windlesham Field of Remembrance, Kennel Lane, GU20 6AA at 1930 on Thursday 31 March 2022.
The AGM is held by the charity’s Trustees for Windlesham residents who are welcome to attend. After the meeting, the accounts will be filed in compliance with the requirements of the Charity Commission.
You can let us know you are coming by clicking on this event link on our facebook page: fb.me/e/2cT68BIt3
Road Closure notification for planned tree work on Kennel Lane - 6 Sep 2021
Our wonderful Admiral’s Field woodland and the trees around our boundary require regular work by tree surgeons, frequent maintenance, and careful replanting. We have many mature trees, but severe weather, cavities and decay damage can mean we need to either reduce the size of trees or in some cases remove them for public health and safety reasons.
We have recently had a professional tree survey that identified several trees need work by our tree surgeons including ten larger trees. Some of these will be reduced in size or have deadwood removed but in the case of two Beech and two Scots Pine we need to fell the trees as a result of decay or damage. These include trees that overhang Kennel Lane and we have received permission from Surrey CC Highways to close the road between 6 and 10 September 2021 covering the working hours 0930 – 1600, so that the work can be completed safely. We apologise for any inconvenience this road closure may cause.
We now have regular work parties which together with the volunteers from Surrey Heath Tree Wardens are making excellent progress maintaining the woodland by clearing invasive species like laurel that are crowding out saplings of the native trees which we need to nurture. If you can help with this work, please contact Helen Hansen-Hjul.
During the last 3 years we have sadly lost a large number of mature trees in the woodland area. However, having a clearer canopy gives us an opportunity to regenerate the woods by bringing light that will allow young saplings to thrive. We are working on plans to regenerate the area by replacing the stock with native species like oak, beech, holly, blackthorn and hawthorn and we hope to plant larger saplings this autumn.
Mike Sheard
Celebration at the Hub
Our 2 businesses at the Hub, Fieldhouse Coffee and Rainbow Corner Preschool are hosting a 1 year celebration event at the Field of Remembrance on Friday 20th August from 3-5pm. Please come along and help them celebrate
Tree Warden Working Party - Tuesday 27th July - 10am-1pm
Join our woodland Coordinator and Surrey Heath Tree wardens to help tackle removal/control of invasive species (mainly Laurel). This event is in addition to our regular monthly meet on first Tuesday of the month (10.00-13.00)”. Please join the team at the Field of Remembrance.
Community Hub reopening for bookings from 17 May
We are delighted to let you know that we will now be taking bookings again for the Community Hub in line with the latest Covid advice.
Windlesham Field of Remembrance - Annual General Meeting
The 2021 Annual General Meeting of the Windlesham Field of Remembrance will be held as a Zoom call at 1930 on Wednesday 28 April 2021.
The AGM is held by the charity Trustees for Windlesham residents who are welcome to join the Zoom call. After the meeting, the accounts will be filed in compliance with the requirements of the Charity Commission.
Please use the following link for access:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84608838018
Zoom Meeting ID: 846 0883 8018
As this is a public meeting no password is required. From the moment that you join and during the presentation of the Report and Accounts, attendees other than the Chairman and Treasurer will be muted.
Woodland maintenance update - 2 January 2021
We are now holding regularly work party sessions in our woodland area on the first Tuesday of the month between 10:00-13:00 hrs with much valued advice and support from the Surrey Heath Tree wardens.
As these sessions are held on behalf of a Registered Charity and the fact that we are all Volunteers, working outside, for the good of the Community, this means we are able to carry on under the current Tier Four COVID Regulations. If these change we will, of course, amend/cease activities accordingly.
A 5 metre rule is enforced, tools are disinfected and we ask there be no swopping of tools, volunteers equip themselves with suitable protective footwear and gloves.
This is an opportunity to help our environment and our Community, be in fresh air, surrounded by nature, getting valuable exercise.
our Working Party dates for January and early February will be;
Tuesday 5th January, Clearing Invasive Species and Tidy Up
Tuesday 2nd February, Clearing Invasive Species and Tidy Up
If you are interested in joining, please meet in the car park at the Field of Remembrance at 10am. If you would like further details, please contact Helen on 07947 871 292.
Take care and stay safe.
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Field of Remembrance celebrates as we win Green Flag Award Again
Record-breaking year as more than 2,000 green spaces across the country get international quality mark
On Wed 14th October, parks and green spaces across the country raised their Green Flag Award with pride in a year when millions of people have seen the value of having great quality green spaces on their doorstep.
Among them was our very own Field of Remembrance which has retained its Green Flag Award.
The Green Flag Award scheme, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy under licence from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, setting the benchmark standard for their management across the United Kingdom and around the world.
The Field of Remembrance is one of more than 2,000 sites across the country to collect the award for 2020.
Commenting on the Field of Remembrance' success, Keep Britain Tidy Chief Executive Allison Ogden-Newton OBE said: “This year, more than ever, our parks and green spaces have been a lifeline and we know that millions of people have used them to relax, meet friends, exercise or simply escape for a short time.
“It is testament to the incredible dedication and hard work of parks staff and volunteers that, despite the challenges that went along with record numbers of visitors, the Field of Remembrance has achieved the highest international standards demanded by the Green Flag Award.”
AGM
Our AGM was successfully held on 23 Sept - thanks to those that chose to join us
Notice of Windlesham Field of Remembrance AGM
The 2020 Annual General Meeting of the Windlesham Field of Remembrance will be held as a Zoom call at 1900 on Wednesday 23 September 2020.
The AGM is held by the Trustees for Windlesham residents who are welcome to join the Zoom call. After the meeting, the accounts will be filed in compliance with the requirements of the Charity Commission.
To join the Zoom Meeting go to
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83131665008
Meeting ID: 831 3166 5008
As this is a public meeting no password is required. From the moment that you join and during the presentation of the Report and Accounts, attendees other than the Chairman and Treasurer will be muted.
24 March 2020: IMPORTANT COVID19 UPDATE FROM THE FIELD OF REMEMBRANCE:
Hub bookings: The wellbeing of our volunteers and the community is the most important thing to us. As a result, at this time we are not able to open the community hub for any bookings - we have been in touch with everyone that has a booking to advise them. As you would all expect, we are following the advice provided by Public Health England and the Government.
When the situation changes, we will then get back in touch with anyone who has a booking dated in the future to advise if we are able to progress. We will not be taking any new bookings until further notice.
Use of the Field: The field has had a lot of visitors in recent days. We urge you to take the most recent Government advice and so if you are using the field for your one period of exercise a day, please consider social distancing (keeping 2m apart) and not meeting in groups of more than 6.
Windlesham Field of Remembrance registered charity no: 305138
