Events 2009

Planting bulbs in Tilehurst 2009

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As well as the planting program in the Triangle we have also planted spring bulbs in verges around Tilehurst.

Very many thanks to the volunteers who helped with the planning and planting. The weather was not always as kind as we would have liked. However, we are all looking forward to the difference it will make to Tilehurst. And don't forget - if you have any ideas about how you think Tilehurst could be made brighter,do let us know.

Our Stall at the Traca Fete

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We had a stall at the Traca fete in Victoria Rec held on the Saturday of the Bank Holiday weekend.

We ran another Quiz - this time we showed pictures of Urban Trees in and around central Tilehurst. People had to say what they were - that's all. It seemed to be thought provoking.

The winners of the quiz were:
First :Richard Connisbrough
Second : Ray Clayton

Prizes were boxes of chocolates (Celebrations and Roses), kindly donated by School Road Co-op - for which many thanks indeed.

Our Stall at the Hospital Fete 2009

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We had our usual stall at the fete in Victoria Rec. We wanted to know about where people would like more snowdrops and daffodils to be planted (see also next item). As usual many people showed interest in our activities.

We ran the Tilehurst Globe Quiz - which is becoming a bit of an annual do. This year the subject of the quiz was "What do you know about Tilehurst". There were 10 questions to be answered.

Village Butchers and Tilehurst Co-op gave splendid prizes for the winner (Phil Allen) and runner up (Margaret Davies).

Many of you asked for the correct answers to be put on the web site - so here they are - and don't forget that the judges decision was final! (and if you want to know what the questions were you will have to ask!)

  1. No 17 bus
  2. Metropolitan Drinking Fountain and Cattle Trough Association
  3. St Michael's Church
  4. Prince of Wales Pub
  5. The Triangle
  6. Comparts Plantation
  7. The Water Tower
  8. Queen Victoria's Diamond Wedding Anniversary
  9. Mr McIlroy
  10. Mr Blagrave

Rescue 2009

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We held our usual Rescue event and produced a a very full report on the event.

It is worth a read.

Planting Snowdrops in the Triangle 2009

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We have a planting program for the Triangle. The first stage of the programme took place on the 14th February when volunteers, including a pack of guides, planted dozens of snowdrops and daffodils in the Triangle at the centre of Tilehurst Village. The weather was kind and the planting effort was much appreciated by passersby and local traders.

If you have any ideas about what you would like to see in the Triangle why not send use you views. Maybe they can be included in the next planting session later in the year.

Hedging Event in Blundells Copse 27th February 2009

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This event was arranged quickly following discussions between a member ( William Macphee) and RBC officer ( Dave Booth)- advertising was largely electronic. A group of 8 people cleared weeds and planted hedging plants so strengthening the Calder Close hedge. People worked 9.30-12 noon so that all the plans were met. It was a beautiful day and great fun. A further event to do some maintenance /laying is proposed for the autumn.

Corwen Road Gardens project

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This is going really well. The residents are delighted. Volunteers are now urgently needed to a) donate surplus plants – please pot up or pack for rapid transplanting, label as well as you can (eg name or height/colour shade loving/ground cover) but don’t worry if you can’t, b) do some weeding and planting at your own convenience re time etc. We have soil improver, compost bins, you will need to bring some tools (but loans can be arranged). At the moment we do not have secure on-site storage for a wheelbarrow, but are working on this. In the mean time a bucket might come in handy. You can do as much or as little as you want.

If you want to know more about the projects we are involved in contact us.

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