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Doctors Surgeries
Desborough and Hazlemere Surgeries
The Penn Surgery
Councils
Buckinghamshire Council
Addr: County Hall, Walton Street, Aylesbury, HP20 1UA
Tel: 0845 3708090
Email: customerservices@buckscc.gov.uk
Web: http://www.buckscc.gov.uk/bcc
Areas of responsibility:
Jobs, Libraries, Schools, Country parks, County museum, Early years and childcare, Social care, Births, marriages and deaths, Adult learning, Transport and roads, Councillors and meetings, Building Control, Community Safety, Council Tax, Crematorium, Housing & Housing, Benefits, Leisure & Sport Licensing, Planning & Local land searches, Parking, Refuse and Recycling, Tourism.
Holmer Green Councillors (Holmer Green is part of a ward called Old Amersham & Penn Woods):
Jonathan Waters (Jonathan Waters takes responsibility for our village)
Mark Flys
Mark Ward
Jonathan Waters’ contact details
Bus. mobile: 07966037916
Bus. email: Jonathan.Waters@buckinghamshire.gov.uk
Little Missenden Parish Council
Bucks, HP15 6SU
Schools
Holmer Green First School and Pre-School
Addr: Watchet Lane, Holmer Green, HP15 6UG
Tel: 01494 712050
Email: office@holmergreenfirst.bucks.sch.uk
Head Teacher: Gillian Jones
http://www.holmergreenfirst.bucks.sch.uk
The latest OFSTED report on Holmer Green First School can be found at: http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/inspection-reports/find-inspection-report/provider/ELS/110268
Holmer Green Junior School
Addr: The Common
Holmer Green
HP15 6TD
01494 713000
Email: office@holmergreen-jun.bucks.sch.uk
Head Teacher: Miss Rebecca Campbell.
Deputy Head: Louise Davies.
Chair of Governors: Sarah Hammond
http://www.holmergreen-jun.bucks.sch.uk/default.html
The latest OFSTED report on Holmer Green Junior School can be found at Ofsted Inspection Report
Holmer Green Senior School
Addr: Parish Piece, Holmer Green
High Wycombe
Bucks, HP15 6SP
Tel: 01494 712219
Email: office@holmer.bucks.sch.uk
Head Teacher: Mr Ed Hillyard. http://hgss.co.uk The latest OFSTED report on Holmer Green Senior School can be found at: http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/inspection-reports/find-inspection-report/provider/ELS/110499
Clubs Churches and Societies
RAF Air Cadets (Air Training Corps)
The RAF Air Cadets is an Air, Space and Cyber youth organisation, sponsored by the Royal Air Force. 871 (Penn) Squadron is located in the grounds of Sir William Ramsey School in Hazlemere. The unit meets on Tuesday & Friday evenings from 7:15pm throughout the year and engage in a wide variety of sports and activities plus weekend and school holiday camps and courses. Flight simulator training, fieldcraft, first aid, adventure training and opportunities to go flying and gliding are just a small selection of what’s available. New recruits must be aged 12 in school year 8 and above. More information can be found here www.raf.mod.uk/aircadets, and our Facebook and Instagram pages. To contact us please email 871@rafac.mod.gov.uk.
Anglican C of E Church - Christchurch
Christchurch, which fronts the Common is part of of the Church of England, Anglican, parish of Penn Street with Holmer Green, The small church has a much larger Church Centre next door to it which is used for some family services & let to hirers. Contact and Inquiries via the Church Wardens : Robert Duerdoth (07917 852393) or Sandy Leighton-Jones.
Email – office@pshg.org.
Web: www.pshg.org
Baptist Church
Situated on the Common, the Baptist Church building was completed by the end of 1999, and the first worship service was held on 16th January 2000. The church and hall boasts excellent facilities and is well placed for churchgoers and hirers alike.
Since the opening of the church it has been used not only by the church but by various other organisations, including walking clubs, children’s groups and youth groups. 01494 712479 (ansaphone out of hours) – holmergreenbaptistchurch@gmail.com
Beamond End Residents Assoc
The Association was formed in May 2000 and its membership comprises 48 residents (26 households and 1 business) of Beamond End and Mop End. A Neighborhood Watch capability was quickly established along with the monitoring of Environmental, Planning and Farming & Business issues impacting upon our ‘locality’. A major piece of work was the preparation of a Village Design Statement An active Committee meet at least three times during the year and the AGM (always well attended) is held each July. Graham Feltham (chair) – 01494 713860. gandpfeltham@tscali.co.uk
Beavers 6-8 years
Contact through these organisations
1st Holmer Green Scout Group was formed in 1966 and celebrated its 45th anniversary in September 2011. Currently the Group has over 100 members and 12 Leaders
The Group comprises 5 Sections, There are 2 Beaver colonies for boys and girls aged 6-8, 2 Cub packs for those aged 8-10 and a Scout Troop for those aged 10-14. When they reach the upper age limit the children can move to a District Explorer Unit which involves young people from 14 to 18. An exciting and interesting programme is produced each year and includes both physical and mental challenges. The aim for each child is for them to attain the Chief Scout award appropriate to their age group and ultimately by age 18 to have obtained the Queens Scout Award.
For details on Scouts,& Beavers in Holmer Green contact Neil Spencer – 01494 714347 or neilspencer9@gmail.com
Cub Scouts 8-10yrs
Seonee Cubs meet on Mondays from 18.45-20.15 – Aged 8 -10.5 – Leader Ruth Jackson
Cherokee Cubs meet on Thursdays from 18.45-20.15 – Aged 8-10.5 – Contact Jenny Sorenson
Extend – Gentle Exercise
Fridays 2.00pm to 3.30pm – Holmer Green Village Centre. Carolyn Biggs. 01494 712801.
Fit Moves
Want to get fitter? Then why not join us in a lively workout from 7.45-8.45 Thursdays at Holmer Green Village Centre. Everyone welcome – Just turn up with a drink, towel or mat. Phone Barbara – 01494 562354. EMDP Registered Ecercise Professional.
French - Conversational and advanced
An advanced/conversational French class held on Thursdays between 11.30 – 1pm at the Church Centre in Featherbed Lane. There is a tea/coffee break in the middle of the session. More details from Benedicte L’Esperance on 01494 530936.
Friends of Holmer Green First School & Pre School (Poppies)
Girl Guides
1st Holmer Green Guides meet at Holmer Green Village Centre on Fridays from 6.30 – 8 pm.
Potential new members should contact Vicki Flemming – 07823478200 – FirstHGG@hotmail.com – http://kingswoodgirlguiding.btck.co.uk/.
Hazlemere Library
312, Amersham Road, Hazlemere Bucks, HP15 7PY
Opening Times
Monday 9.30am – 5.00pm
Tuesday 9.30am – 5.00pm
Thursday 9.30am – 6.00pm
Friday 9.30am – 5.00pm
Saturday 10.00am – 1.00pm
Closed on Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays
Facilities:- Public PCs, Free WiFi access, Free Online Resources, Public WC
Activities: Storytime for the under 5s, Bounce & Rhyme -music and rhyme for the under 5s, Reading Groups, One to One Computer Lessons, Crochet Circle, Knit and Natter, Simply Walks and a variety of events for adults and children throughout the year.
Newspapers: The Times, Bucks Free Press
Borrow / Hire: Books including Large Print Editions and Audiobooks, Magazines and DVDs
For more information call 01296 382415
Email: library@buckscc.gov.uk
Web: www.buckscc.gov.uk/libraries
Hazlemere Runners
A lively, friendly group that meets every Monday at 7 pm at Holmer Green Sports Association in Watchet Lane for beginners, improvers and 10K graduate runs for all – there is something for everyone. Please come along and meet us. Group Leader – Imelda Robinson on 01494534140.
High Wycombe Scrabble Club
Meet the first & third Tuesdays in every month at 7.30pm for 7.45pm at Rossetti Hall, New Pond Road. Registered with the Association of British Scrabble Players, they cater for all abilities. Subscriptions are normally £3.00 per evening plus 20p for tea or coffee. Dennis Troughton – 07720 118907.
Holmer Green Cricket Club
Holmer Green Cricket Club have been playing cricket in the village since 1922. Initially based on the Common, cricket is now played at Holmer Green Sports Association on Watchet Lane. There are two adult teams that play league cricket on a Saturday in the Mid-Bucks Cricket League and a Sunday adult team that plays friendly cricket. There is also a vibrant junior section with cricket being played from the ages of 7 right up to 17.
For more information on cricket in the village, please go to the website which is www.holmergreencc.co.uk where you will find more information about our club.”
Holmer Green (Pacey) Childminding Group
Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month from 9.30am for tea & coffee to provide mutual support for parents and to give children a chance to socialise. The group provides advice to parents seekinbg childcare including vacancy information for childminders who currently have spaces. Meeting venues vary – Phone 01494 866181 – prestwood.missendencc@actionforchildren.org.uk
Holmer Green Football Club (The '1 Club)
After100 years football at Holmer Green the various teams bearing the name have eventually become “1 Club”. The “1 Club” incorporates both Senior teams (First XI and Reserves), Old Boys, Youth teams (2) and the 11 junior aged teams, including the Girls team (previously known as the Minors). The new unified club transforms the Minors section into a thriving unit that attained FA Community Charter Standard – Community Status, the highest award issued by the FA to grass root clubs and more recently voted the “Best Club” by Bucks Sports, a partnership between Buckinghamshire County Council and Milton Keynes Council, established specifically to promote sports.
If you are an aspiring younger Player or older Player looking to play for one of the biggest and progressive Clubs in Bucks why not pop along on a match day or you can contact us at HGFC@HGSA.co.uk – website: www.holmergreenfc.co.uk.
Watchet Lane, Holmer Green, HP15 6UG
01494 712050Our Pre-School runs during School term time between 9am – 12pm and 12.05pm to 3.05pm Monday to Friday. If you would like to know more about the Pre-School, please contact the School Office on 01494 712050 or email office@holmergreenfirst.bucks.sch.uk
Holmer Green Junior School Association
Holmer Green Senior School Parents' Association
HGSS Parents’ Association is made up of enthusiastic volunteer parents who are keen to support the school in any way they can. This includes organising fund raising events throughout the academic year and assisting at school arranged functions, which raise the school profile in the local community.
Look out for posters of forthcoming events around the village, and in local newspapers and magazines. All welcome – 01494 712219. office@holmer.bucks.sch.uk
Holmer Green Short Mat Bowls Club
The Club was founded in 1989 as a “playing section” of the Holmer Green Sports Association. The Sports Association pavilion has only sufficient room for one short mat indoors and therefore the Club play in the Bucks Single Mat League. In 2002 however, the Club designed and built an outside facility consisting 3 permanent all-weather short mats, which is believed to be the only one of its kind in the world. This outside facility is used from April to November each year and attracts many members from other local clubs who enjoy playing short mat bowls with us in the summer sunshine. The Sports Association pavilion has only sufficient room for one short mat indoors and therefore the Club play in the Bucks Single Mat League.
The Club hold regular “roll-ups” at the following times:
Inside (All year around) Tuesday evening. 7.30pm to 11pm.
Outside (April-November) Thursday afternoon 2pm to 4pm
Sunday morning 10am to Noon
We are always pleased to see potential new members and welcome them to come along to one of the above roll-ups. Alternatively please give us a call on 01494 712284
Holmer Green Sports Association
The HGSA club house is at 87 Watchet Lane, Holmer Green, HP15 6UF. Tel: 01494 711485. email: admin@hgsa.co.uk. Web: www.hgsa.co.uk. The Club Manager is Laura Ripley. The Association have several sporting sections as follows:-
Football Adults and junior
Squash and racketball Adults and junior
Tennis Adults and junior
Cricket Adults and junior
Bowls Adults indoor and outdoor
Model Engineering
Golf Society
The group stages music nights on alternate Wednesdays
Sun :11am – 6pm
Holmer Green Squash & Racquetball Club
The squash club was formed during the early days of HGSA and started with two courts. During the 70s and 80s, the game grew enormously in popularity and to keep up with the demand for membership a third court was added in the mid-80s.
Today these three pleasant and well-maintained courts, viewing gallery and changing rooms are available exclusively for use by squash club members. The club is run by volunteers and our court charges are the most competitive in South Bucks. The club is a registered member of England Squash and the Bucks Squash Racquets Association. In addition to playing other members in friendly games, players of all levels can join a ladder league and enjoy competitive games at their own ability levels. In addition various tournaments are organised throughout the year.
The club enters three teams in the Bucks Leagues. The 1st team is currently top of the Premier Division so members can watch top-level squash for free. There are also several local qualified coaches who will provide one to one, or group coaching by arrangement at the club. We have run a junior training group for many years and youngsters from 7-18 years can learn the game in safety from qualified and experienced coaches on Saturday mornings. This has produced many fine players, many are now club players and a few have reached county and national level. There is a thriving junior league in Bucks in which we participate.
The club is run by a committee of volunteers – Email: membership@hgsrc.co.uk www.hgsrc.co.uk
Holmer Green Village Centre
The Village Centre is the only hall in Holmer Green open to all types of events and is run as a charity by a voluntary committee to provide hire facilities to local residents. We operate on the revenue from regular and casual bookings plus the generous donations of local organisations (including Parish and District Councils) and user groups (including the Holmer Green WI) together with private individuals. Holmer Green Village Hall is administered by a group of dedicated Committee Members, with an avid desire to enrich the role of the hall within the village and beyond. The Committee meet regularly and is supported by the Centre’s four Trustees. The Village Centre Committee is determined to improve services within the Village Centre and is open to ideas from anyone who thinks that the facilities could be improved.
Regular hirers of the halls are invited to attend the quarterly Representatives meeting to raise and discuss any issues that affect them and, in addition, there is an Annual General Meeting open to all interested parties at which the Committee Members and Representatives are elected
Holmer Green Village Centre Pre-School Nursery
Latest Ofsted inspection was July 2011. Judgement good. Report can be found on Ofsted website under the Early Years section.Our registration number is EY260329. Our well established, trained and dedicated team offer Early Years care and education for children from 2 years 4 months to 5 years. We operate Monday – Friday, 9.15am – 12.15pm during term times. Early Years Flexible Free Entitlement of 15 hours per week is available to all children from the term following their 3rd birthday
Manager: Sheri Berryman. Contact email: sberryman65@btinternet.com Tel 01494 711513 or 01494 718113 (pm)
Holmer Green Village Society
The Village Society, which was inaugurated in January 2018, will operate as a residents’ association with a remit to find solutions to problems within the village. As Chairman, Charles Padlet has said “The aims of the Society are:-
Working for Today
• Focus on Security and reduce Anti social Behaviour with New HG Watch
• Improve Safety by addressing speeding and Parking concerns
• Environmental Management – the pond and litter picking ++
• Deal with Village issues that matter to you.
Planning for Tomorrow
• Challenging local development to ensure concerns are heard
• Improve the Infrastructure of Holmer Green
• Build a successful and flourishing community for both business and residents to enjoy.
Membership is £5.00 per household or company and you can request members hip by using the form on this link.
Holmer Green Village Produce Association (VPA - Gardening Club)
The Association – referred to locally as ‘The VPA’ – is Holmer Green’s gardening club. More than that, it is an organisation that provides a social focus for the village of Holmer Green and the surrounding area. The VPA was formed in 1944 to help ‘dig for victory’ in the Second World War. Its objectives were to ‘encourage and improve the standard of horticulture, small live-stock keeping, and the best use of produce in the home’. Since then, the VPA has become a general gardening club organising shows, talks and outings on behalf of its members as well as operating a busy Trading Store. James Cadle – 716992.
Email: chair@hgvpa.org
Website: http://www.hgvpa.org
Holmer Green Youth Club
The Youth Club offers local young people aged school years 6 to 13 opportunities for fun, meeting friends, and making new friends in a safe environment. Experienced youth workers are always on hand.The Youth Club offers local young people aged school years 6 to 13 opportunities for fun, meeting friends, and making new friends in a safe environment. Experienced youth workers are always on hand. The Youth Club meets at the Youth Club building, Parish Piece, Holmer Green, High Wycombe, Bucks HP15 6SW. Michael Turner – 01494 711970. holmergreenyc@gmail.com holmergreenyouthclub.org.uk
Kingfisher Rangers
Lantern Club
Each Monday is taken up by various activities to stimulate both mind and body and we have regular exercise sessions, games, quizzes and most weeks musical or other entertainment. Our members are provided with refreshments and a hot meal at lunch time. Transport is also provided for those who need it.
All our members are elderly and frail and most of them also have mental disorders which was the main reason for setting up the Club in the beginning. One of them, who has been a member for at least seven years tells us how lucky she is to be a member and she enjoys every week – she says “I wish I could come every day”.
Mrs C, whose husband suffers from Alzheimer’s says she believes the Club to be “absolutely fantastic” and she is now able to meet up with her friends in the knowledge that her husband is in safe hands. Mrs B says “I think you are doing a fantastic job – I am so happy that he is content and enjoying each Monday he spends with you – I have told all my contacts at the Alzheimer’s Society about the Lantern Club”.
The Lantern Club is entirely run by volunteers and needless to say NEW VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED. Volunteers do not have to be trained but need to be able to empathise with older people. The Club is open from 10.30am to 2.30pm. Volunteers can give as much time as they wish, any amount of time would be much appreciated.
‘Link-up’ Bereavement Group
A bereavement group offering friendship, understanding, support and hope. Link-Up meets at the Church Centre in Holmer Green (HP15 6XQ) There are people to talk to and books and leaflets to browse and borrow. Now in its 21st year. Usually 3rd Friday morning in month, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon, followed by a sharing lunch.
Pilates @ The Church Centre
Email: samsidley@btinternet.com
Pilates @ The Village Centre
Alison. 01494 471751- Mondays from 6.30 – 7.30pm & Thursdays 7.40 – 8.40pm – Holmer Green Village Centre.
PiYo Bucks
Combines Pilates with Yoga. Wednesdays 6.15-6.45pm. Alison on 07801 268303 or piyobucks@gmail.com
Playmates Day Nursery
For pre-school children & their carers. Tuesday term times from 9.30-11.00am. A friendly atmosphere with toys, activities, coffee & chat. Feel free to pop in. £1.50 per family – Mrs. Maureen Myerson – 01494 716789.
Pyramid Fitness.
Rainbows - 1st Holmer Green Rainbows
Quicksteps
Red Kites Golfing Society
The Red Kites Golf Society was formed during 2009 as a ‘playing section’ of the Holmer Green Sports Association, the Red Kites played their first game in December 2009 where they competed for the inaugural Christmas Cup. The Red Kites play in five competitions each year. The typical format for each competition is to meet at the venue for breakfast and the Captain’s draw followed by 18 holes of golf which is followed by lunch and prize giving. The Red Kites select different venues to play each competition at throughout each year, ranging from Wycombe Heights Golf Club to other favourites which include Studley Wood and Badgemore Park Golf Club. Each players handicap is monitored and adjusted throughout the year based on the scores from each competition, which employs Stableford scoring. Prizes are awarded for first, second and third place along with nearest pin and longest drive.
All inquiries regarding the Red Kites Golf Society should be directed to the Chairman – Kevin Frewin c/o Holmer Green Sports Association.
Royal British Legion
The Royal British Legion Hall is at 48 Beechtree Road, Holmer Green, HP15 6UT. Facilities include pool table and dartsboard. Men play darts Tuesdays & Fridays. Licensed bar with highly competitive prices – Phone 01494 711144 club@holmergreenbritishlegion.com – www.holmergreenbritishlegion.co.uk. Tom Clarke – Chairman – Holmer Green & District Royal British Legion Branch – 07888700716
Royal British Legion –Women's’ Section
The Royal British Legion Hall is at 48 Beechtree Road, Holmer Green, HP15 6UT. Facilities include pool table and dartsboard. Women play darts Wednesdays & Thursdays. Licensed bar with highly competative prices. — Phone 01494 711144 club@holmergreenbritishlegion.com – www.holmergreenbritishlegion.co.uk
Scouts
1st Holmer Green Scout Group was formed in 1966 and celebrated its 45th anniversary in September 2011. Currently the Group has over 100 members and 12 Leaders
The Group comprises 5 Sections, There are 2 Beaver colonies for boys and girls aged 6-8, 2 Cub packs for those aged 8-10 and a Scout Troop for those aged 10-14. When they reach the upper age limit the children can move to a District Explorer Unit which involves young people from 14 to 18. An exciting and interesting programme is produced each year and includes both physical and mental challenges. The aim for each child is for them to attain the Chief Scout award appropriate to their age group and ultimately by age 18 to have obtained the Queens Scout Award.
For details on Scouts,& Beavers in Holmer Green contact Neil Spencer – 01494 714347 or neilspencer9@gmail.com
Simply Walks
On Mondays walkers meet at 10.15 for a 10.30 start. A choice of three walks is provided to cater for different abilities i.e.. the “First Footers” walk for those only confident with a flat walk at a moderately slow pace for about 30 minutes; the “Village Walk”; a flat walk at a reasonable pace, lasting for 60 minutes, with the occasional short stop, allowing for some to catch up, and finally the “Country Walk” which is at a good pace through fields and woods, lasting for 60 minutes. All walks are led by leaders trained in first aid.
We provide tea/coffee and biscuits for walkers on their return at a cost of 50 pence. There is a 50 pence optional donation to be shared with simply walk and the church towards costs. Walkers enjoy the opportunity to socialise at this time and later help with packing up to clear the hall by 12 noon. 01494 475367 or simplywalks@buckscc.gov.uk.
Slimming World
Slimming World meet at Holmer Green Methodist Church from 5.30-7.30pm on Wednesdays. For more details, phone Lynette on 07789 263505
South Bucks Midweek Cycling
All Cycling UK local groups are currently having their AGMs so visit the web site below for the latest news, contact details and rides. www.southbuckscycling.org.uk. More general information about Cycling UK and becoming a member can be found at our national site. www.cyclinguk.org
T'ai Chi Chuan
T’ai Chi, Chi Kung and meditation classes for health and well-being. Holmer Green Sports Association on Wednesday Mornings – Contact: Lin Williams on 01494 562037.
Tiddlywinks - The 'pre' Pre-School group
Whist Group
Women's Institute (W.I.)
Holmer Green Evening WI meets on the 1st Tuesday of each week at Holmer Green Village Centre at 2:00pm every month. With a large, active membership, Holmer Green WI welcomes new members of all ages. Contact Mrs Pauline Ellis 01494 713625, paulineellis45@gmail.com.
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