Letter by Admiral Parry4 of Aldermaston to H.J. Westbrook, who then used it in his article for the Warrington Guardian. Transcript of the letter: The Candle Auction "The 'Candle Auction' will be held on Monday December 12th at 7 p.m. in the Parish Hall." Such was the brief announcement in the Parish Magazine concerning a very old custom, ...
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2013 Candle auction held for the 1st time in the Hinds Head.
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Letter from H.J. Westbrook to the Vicar of Aldermaston, dated 16th July 1932. Article from Warrington Guardian by H J Westbrook on "Candle Auctions" 6th May 1933
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The 2016 Aldermaston Candle auction was held for the 2nd time in the Hinds Head, but for the 1st time in the newly created Officers Mess function room. Top Table Rector - Revd Becky Bevan Lord of the Manor - Andy Hall Churchwardens - Chris Newman and Teresa Thomas
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This view indicates the location of the detailed views.
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A group of prize-winners
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Judging some of the competition entries.
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A photography of the street from the Loosey showing petrol pump at the Forge and before the Loosey was extended. Mid 20th Century, possibly a postcard. Provided by Polly Corbishley (nee Howman) who grew up in the Hinds Head during the 1950s & 1960s.
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Used for the cover in September 1976
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From the cover for November 1977
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From the magazine cover for October 1979
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Parish mag cover for September 1977
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One of 3 views of the Loosey, cover from August 1978
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One of 3 sketches of the Loosey, used in July 1976
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Cover for March 1977
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From the parish magazine for February 1978
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From the Parish mag for November 1979
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From the cover for October 1978
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Used for the front cover in May 1979
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From the parish mag cover for April 1977
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