AGM: Today, Ellisfield Volunteer Group are meeting at Ellisfield Memorial Hall, starting at 8pm.

All village residents, especially those who have volunteered in the past or future are welcome.

The draft 2015 schedule is ready to be confirmed. Following the business, the usual cheese and wine will be served (perhaps an incentive to go along).

Chairman Andy Swanston and other committee members look forward to seeing you.

BELLES of St Martin’s: Led by Theresa Webb, they start rehearsals this week, ahead of Ellisfield Ladies Club anniversary celebrations this summer.

BROADBAND: Speeds continue to be a hot topic in Ellisfield. The parish council has sent an email to all residents explaining that Hampshire County Council has given Ellisfield Parish Council an early view of the scope of the second contract, prior to the details being published on the HCC website by the end of January.

Residents are invited to attend the next parish council meeting on Monday, January 26, 7.30pm, at Ellisfield Memorial Hall, to hear more and discuss options.