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Join Parkinson’s UK on Sunday 9 April 2017 when we will be returning to Welford Park for our sponsored Walk for Parkinson’s.  There will be two different circular walks available, a 2.5 mile walk and a more challenging 6.5 mile walk around the beautiful Welford Park estate, home of the Great British Bake Off.  During the walk you will cross the River Lambourn, climb the hill to see the impressive cricket pitch whilst overlooking the historic Welford Park, explore the wonderful woodland before crossing the fields and taking in the lovely views of the surrounding countryside.
 
Entry fee is £10 for adults and £5 for under 16s and all walkers will receive a Parkinson’s UK t-shirt, plus a medal on completing the walk.
 
The funds raised from the Walk for Parkinson’s – Welford Park will go to Parkinson’s UK to support the vital research work taking place to find a cure for Parkinson’s and improve the lives of the 127,000 people in the UK who are affected by the condition.  We support those living with Parkinson’s and their families and friends, so that no one has to face Parkinson’s alone.
 
You can find out more and register at www.parkinsons.org.uk/walkwelfordpark or contact the Regional Fundraising Team on 020 7963 3912 or email fundraising@parkinsons.org.uk

The next village Pop Up Drinks event will be held on the 10th March at 19.00, see your pop up drinks email for details of March's host. 

The independent Local Government Boundary Commission for England is carrying out an electoral review of West Berkshire Council. The review will draw new council ward boundaries across West Berkshire. The commission has announced that the will be 10 less councillors for West Berkshire Council, taking the total down to 42. They are asking local people to suggest the new ward boundaries, considering where you identify as your local community, and where you access local facilities. Full details of the review can be found here, along with interactive maps: www.consultation.lgbce.org.uk

Date for the next Pop Up Drinks event is Friday 27th January - please see your Pop Up Drinks email for details of January's host. 

The Christmas Eve Carol Service broke a new record with 220 people attending, which made for an amazing atmosphere and wonderful service. 

The Winter 2016 Upstream Newsletter from West Berkshire Countryside Society is available here to view. It give details of conservation projects going on locally. 

The NHS National Institute for Health Research are hosting a free dementia information event, open to members of the public and aimed at families and people affected by dementia. The event is on Saturday 28th January 9.40 to 2pm at Green Park Conference Centre, Reading. You do need to register your place in advance via: phone 01865 231556 or email: dementia.research@nhs.net. Full details are available here: