Beckley

Becka's leah or Becka's clearing in a wood.

See also Beckley Web Site http: http://www.beckley-oxon.co.uk/

http://www.paintedchurch.org/beckley.htm

http://www.findachurch.co.uk/area/sp/sp51.html

The Beckley Millennium Book 'Beckley Reflects' will continue to be on sale throughout the year. Copies are available from the Royal Oak Farm Shop, the Abingdon Arms, Grove Farm House and Lindurn Cottage (Tel.01865 351 592). All proceeds are going to benefit local organisations.

One of many pictures from "Beckley Reflects"

The drawing of the ancient tower on the heading above, is to be shown on future Newsletters as depicting Beckley's historic past. The building was part of the fortifications of Beckley Palace which was started in the eleventh century on the hill behind the present Old Manor Farmhouse. Writers in the eighteenth century described the moat and earthworks as still being visible at that time together with the tower which was then in use as a dovehouse. The name of the field in which the palace stood is known as `The Duffus' or `Duffers' field, a local derivation of Dovehouse.

The original drawing appeared in Dunkin 's History and Antiquities of Bullingdon and Ploughley 1823.

Any rubbish dumped on the Public Highway or verges should be reported to 01491 832416.

An apparently abandoned vehicle should be reported to 01491 823416.

Registered Child Minder: Penny Corbett, a new child minder is moving to Beckley. She has places available Monday to Friday 9.00am to 6.00pm. If you are interested in a place for your child or would like further information please phone Penny before October 18th on 01865 351 606 and after October 18th on 01865 358 298.

The Abingdon Arms

The pub was been taken over by Wootton Inns in September 2001, a company that is jointly owned by Brakspears Brewery.

Abingdon Arms Pub and Restaurant

Tel 01865 351311

The Abingdon Arms serves home made quality food including lunches and dinners (12-2.30 and 7 - 9.30). Jazz - Tues 6 April: Victoria Newton (Vocals) Simon Colam (Piano) Chris Dagley (Drums) Tim Dawes (D Bass)