CHRISTMAS Fair: Lifeboats annual event will be held on November 22 in St John’s Hall, Mortimer. Christmas preserves and decorations, children’s toys and games are needed. To donate items, contact 01256 881182.

BRAMLEY and Romans Floral Society Christmas Lunch and Demonstration “Happy Christmas”: At Sherfield-on- Loddon Village Hall on Thursday, December 4, at noon, with buffet lunch. Tickets £15. Contact Dusty on 01256 881420.

CHANGE of plans: The lighting up of the Christmas tree will now take place at Bramley Village Bakery on December 6, at 5pm, with carols, and Tadley Concert Band.

PARISH Council: Meets on Monday, at 7.30pm, in the Bramley Room at Bramley Village Hall.

NATIONAL Women’s Register: Meets on November 26, at 4 Dollis Green, at 3pm, for a planning meeting, and members will then proceed to The Loddon Mill for a meal. Contact nwr.org.uk.

BRAMLEY Knitting Circle: Meets on November 25, at North View, The Street, at 2.30pm. All knitters welcome, we are recruiting. Contact Jill on 01256 881723.