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Opening of Sunbury Ferry signals a triumph of community co-operation  Opening of Sunbury Ferry signals a triumph of community co-operation  Following coverage in this magazine and on the LoSRA website, it is only right that a brief update on the Sunbury ferry should be includ-ed here. The publicity and appeal for volun-teers quickly amassed over …

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Book Giveaway

Surrey-based author George S Boughton has written a beautifully illustrated book called Dennis to Alice. It is an enchanting and entertaining book set locally in Surrey and tackles the important subject of conservation. It is certain to appeal to both families and children Dennis to Alice is far more than a picture book, it is …

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Local Capture

Thanks to this months contributors. It has been a summer of flowers and varying weather. Well, at least the ducks enjoyed the rain! Please email any photos for Local Capture to monica@villagematters.co.uk. If they are good enough, they might even make the front cover! 

LoSRA Says

A new Ferry Service for Sunbury Commences on 3rd July  Ferries from Sunbury across the river to Walton, have operated for hundreds of years and were a vital link for the local communities. Sadly, with the advent of modern transport, bridges and road links, the ferries died out towards the 1970s – until now.  LoSRA …

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River Thames Boat Project gets Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

River Thames Boat Project, a river-based charity operating in South West London, is delighted to have been honoured with The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK.  River Thames Boat Project is a small local charity based in Teddington, whose aim is to provide access to …

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