QUEEN of Puddings: Debra Richards retained her title last Wednesday evening with a delicious lemon cheesecake.

Two dozen members of Ellisfield Ladies gallantly tasted their way through one dozen delicious puddings (tough work but someone has to do it!) As you can imagine, much chat and laughter accompanied the serious business of tasting.

Thanks to all those who produced the puds and to the committee for organising and providing a snack savoury supper to ensure a balanced diet!

QUIZ Night: At The Fox Inn, on Sunday, starting at 8pm. Entry fee £1 per person for the quiz and £4 per person for a delicious supper. The Supporters Club won again last month so a strong challenge needed from village teams.

POLICE matters: Public Meeting at Herriard Royal British Legion Hall on Saturday, November 8, at 10am, with Hampshire Police to discuss proposals to reorganise rural policing.

CHRISTMAS is coming!

Christmas fayres at Farleigh on Saturday, November 22, 11.00am to 2pm, and Ellisfield, on Saturday, November 29, 2pm to 4pm. More details to follow.