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The Stratfieldsaye Educational Foundation
RNLI Mortimer and District Branch
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Beech Hill History Society
A dozen or so residents of Beech Hill got together about three years ago in order to form the Beech Hill History Society, our aim being to write a book - “The History of Beech Hill”
We have progressed very well and have a book in the proof reading stage. There is still a lot of work to be done. Collecting old photographs and stories about the village really is an ongoing task.
We would love to hear from anyone who has any information or interest in the history of this village.
Please contact the website (using Feedback) for further details
Beech Hill Luncheon Club
We meet every third Tuesday of the month at the Turners Arms, Mortimer. Currently we have about 18 members.
The Turners Arms provide an excellent lunch for just over £5 per head.
If you are retired and live in the vicinity, you will be most welcome. We are a very friendly group.
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Beech Hill Allotments Trust
Registered Charity No: 237201
This was created over a number of years by amalgamating the Beech Hill Allotments Charity, Ballard’s Charity and the Beech Hill Parish Charity. Aims and purposes are set out in it’s Letter of Concurrence dated 16th April 1997 confirming the Charity Commissioners acceptance thereof.
This states as follows:
“For any charitable purposes for the General Benefit of persons in the parish of Beech Hill, singularly, severally or generally, where not otherwise provided for by Rates, Taxes or other Public Funds, administered by the Trustees within the aforesaid terms and aims, as the Trustees think fit”.
The term Generally is applied to maintaining the Village Green (VG65). Severally may include grants or loans to local organisations where appropriate. Singularly may be taken as meaning grants of money or paying for items, services or facilities to reduce the needs, hardship or distress of such person or persons.
All communications should be addressed to The Clerk to the Trustees, Mrs Carol Methven, Vale View, Vale View Drive, Beech Hill, RG7 2BD
The Stratfieldsaye Educational Foundation
More properly known as "The Educational Foundation of George Pitt and others" was formed in September 1739.
The Charity Commissioners for England and Wales approved the current Scheme in 1982.
The Charity is administered by seven Trustees, one of which, currently Roy Best, is appointed by Beech Hill Parish Council.
Application of Income
Subject to payment of expenses, the Trustees shall apply the income of the Charity in promoting the education (including social and physical training) of children resident in the parish of Stratfield Saye or in the parish of Beech Hill who have not attained the age of 18 years. For this purpose the Trustees may provide or assist in providing at any county or voluntary school attended by such children such special benefits of any kind not normally provided by the local education authority as may from time to time be agreed between the Trustees, the said authority and the Governors of the School.
Appropriation of Benefits
The appropriation of the benefits of the Charity shall be made by the Trustees at meetings of their body and not separately by any Trustee or Trustees.
For further information, or enquire how to apply for grants, contact Roy Best at Clappers Farm, Beech Hill or 'phone 9882422.
Notice of forthcoming meetings is posted on the village notice boards.
Calleva Canterers
The Calleva Canterers are a group of local horse riders who are working with West Berks and Hampshire councils to try to improve Rights of Way in the area.
Follow this link for more information http://www.mortimer-rc.info/cc
Mortimer Riding Club
A thriving horse riding club affiliated to British Riding Clubs and covers an area from North Hampshire to West Berkshire.
Our aim is to provide an atmosphere which is friendly and fun. We arrange events for all disciplines, all levels of rider ability and all types of horse. We have teams for those that are interested and arrange various clinics, shows, demonstrations, trips and rides throughout the year.
Follow this link for more information http://www.mortimer-rc.info
R N L I - Mortimer and District Branch
The Mortimer and District Branch of the R N L I - the Lifeboats - is a fundraising Branch, it is now nearly 30 years old and still very active raising £12,000 plus each year. In addition to monies used for the essential training of lifeboatmen and general operational costs, in 2004/05 we raised an additional £25,000 to purchase the D Class inshore Lifeboat Spirit of Mortimer now stationed at Teddington.
The R N L I covers the coasts of the UK and Ireland and last year the Irish President opened new Irish Headquarters in Dublin. She said "The organisation is a classic example of the phenominal, unselfish, generous voluntary endeavour in literally thousands of spheres that goes on in Ireland around the clock week in week out, year in and year out, without thought of thanks or recognition" These words sum up equally the spirit of the entire organisation. Pride, reflection,Trust, passion, Skill.
Follow this link for news of the 2007 AGM of the Mortimer and District Branch and fund-raising efforts.
For more information on the RNLI visit www.rnli.org.uk
Last updated 23 June 2007