Just the ticket: What's on this week

The Barron Knights
Probably the most entertaining group to come out of the 60s and 70s, their musicianship, their harmonies and of course their humour makes them what their peers call them ‘The Guvnors’. They are the only group to have toured with the Beatles and twice with the Rolling Stones. Apart from the old favourites like Call up the Groups they play their inimitable version of the William Tell Overture and their Flamenco party piece Malaguana. Don’t miss their parody of Killer Queen and their hilarious take on Windmills of Your Mind about what happens to your body as you get older. You will walk out the theatre with happy memories. Tickets £18.50 (£17.50 Concessions) from the Box Office: 01494 582900 or at www.elgiva.com.
14 November, 7.30pm, The Elgiva, St Mary’s Way, Chesham. 

Autumn Concert
The High Wycombe Choral Society present their Autumn Concert. The concert features Haydn's St. Cecilia Mass and Mozart's Flute and Harp Concerto. Julian Gregory of the King's Singers will be joining us as soloist Tenor. Tickets £14 (£12 concessions) from the Box Office 01491 575698.
15 November, doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start, All Saints' Parish Church, High Wycombe.

National Youth Jazz Orchestra in Concert
The 22-piece National Youth Jazz Orchestra under the direction of Mark Armstrong is returning by popular demand following four previous sell-out concerts. This year’s In Concert performance is presenting an exciting and eclectic mix of NYJO’s specially commissioned arrangements, together with popular Jazz Standards including vocals. Open rehearsals at 3.30pm. Tickets £22 for adults, Senior, Friend/Keeper, Student or Child £20, Rehearsal £5. Buy tickets by calling the Box Office on 01491 575698 or at www.kentontheatre.co.uk.
14 November, 7.30pm, Kenton Theatre, New Street, Henley.

Live Music featuring The Cool Beans Party Band
Another welcome return of 'The Coolbeans'. They will give you a night to remember with versatility and sheer energy. You will be dancing from the very first song to the last encore. We will entertain and involve you in what can only be described as the ultimate party experience. Everyone is welcome. Tickets £5 for members, £7.50 Non-Members. Book tickets by calling Ian Maclean 01494 711144 or just leave a message and we will get back to you. It will be first come first served. Email info@holmergreenbritishlegion.co.uk for more information.
15 November, 7pm, Holmer Green Royal British Legion, 48 Beech Tree Road, Holmer Green.

Berkshire Brass, with Ken Harratt
If the word 'brass' makes you think of loud oompah music then think again: Berkshire Brass is a symphonic wind ensemble who pride themselves on the delicacy of their sound. There will be joint items for piano or organ with the brass, details to be confirmed but we're in for another remarkable evening. Tickets £8. Email ashfo24@gmail.com for more information.
15 November, 7.30pm, Christ Church URC, Oxford Road, Marlow.

Theatre

Cinderella
Will Cinderella find her Prince, or will her evil stepsisters stop her? Lots of slapstick comedy from an amazingly talented cast of children. This show is not to be missed and will leave you foot tapping and wanting more! Directed by Lloyd White. For tickets please call 01491 877205 or email enquiries@stageworks.org.uk.
17 November to 22 November, 7pm, Kenton Theatre, New Street, Henley.

The Sooty Show
Direct from their hit ITV series, Sooty and the gang star in a new stage show which will see them get caught up in a wonderful world of magic, mischief and mayhem. Whether it’s children discovering the characters for the first time or adults enjoying the nostalgic experience with their little ones, The Sooty Show Live is for the whole family. Tickets £13 (£11 concessions, £40 family tickets) from the Box Office 01494 582900 or www.elgiva.com.
16 November, 11am and 2.30pm, The Elgiva, St Mary Way, Chesham.

Talks and exhibitions

Changing Places Launch Event
A monthly networking support group for adults who care about a parent with dementia. Guest speaker will be Marianne Talbot, author of ‘Keeping Mum’, an extraordinarily moving diary of her experience caring for a parent with dementia.
17 November, 7.30pm, The Princes Centre, Clifford Road, Princes Risborough.

Ghost tours at the Hellfire Caves
The Hellfire Caves are considered to be one of the most haunted sites in Britain and what better way to experience the ghostly goings on than by joining a ghost tour this weekend. Normal entry charges apply but there is no additional charge for the tours.
16 November, running every half hour from 11.30am to 4.30pm, Hellfire Caves, Church Lane, West Wycombe. 

Family History Talk: WW1 Prisoner Of War Camps in Buckinghamshire
German civilian internees, and military personnel captured during combat, were held at parent camps and their satellite working camps across Britain between 1914 and 1920, when all were repatriated to Germany. Colin Chapman's illustrated talk describes life (with some escapes and deaths) for both civilians and combatants in these camps; it is based on prisoners’ letters and photographs, on camp reports by independent inspectors from America, Switzerland and Sweden, newspaper accounts, and practical support from the YMCA, Quakers and individuals. Free help available - our Names Database (over 5 million names), Parish Register library, Bucks People (genealogies, histories, documents), Bucks Places, Exchange Journals and general libraries are available for consultation at most of our Aylesbury meetings. Come along to see how the Society could help you. Entrance is free; non-members of Buckinghamshire Family History Society are very welcome; a small donation will be appreciated. Email publicity@bucksfhs.org.uk for more information.
15 November, 2pm, Prebendal Farm Community Centre, Somerville Way, Fowler Road, Aylesbury.

Community-engaged research: ethics and the drive for social justice
Dr Margaret Greenfields works extensively in the field of social inclusion, ethnicity, equalities and social justice, undertaking collaborative research with communities at risk of marginalisation, racism and ‘othering’. She has worked closely with Gypsy, Traveller and Roma (GTR) communities for over 25 years as well as leading action research studies with vulnerable migrants, LGBT members of faith communities, and refugee/asylum-seeking women. During her lecture, she will look at the ethical basis for using participatory, community-based methods to develop social policy research. Using case studies and narratives to argue that there is an ethical imperative for social policy practitioners to engage closely with community ‘subjects’ when developing policy interventions, Greenfields will examine the tensions associated in engagement with vulnerable groups. Tickets are free. Email lorna.west@bucks.ac.uk for more information.
18 November, 5.30pm, Gateway Lecture Theatre, Bucks New Uni, Queen Alexandra Road, High Wycombe.

Henley River & Rowing Museum’s Local Collection
Eloise Chapman, Curator of The River & Rowing Museum's (RRM) collection will talk on three main themes, the town of Henley on Thames, the history of the River Thames and the sport of Rowing. The collection was established on a 250,000 year old Palaeolithic hand axe and has grown over the last 15 years to 20,000 items including several extraordinary archaeological finds, such as Anglo-Saxon and Medieval log boats and an Iron Age hoard of early British coins. This talk will take a closer look at these objects and discuss the Museum's approach to collecting, loans and display. Organised by Archaeology in Marlow (AIM). Tickets £4 non members, £3 members of AIM. Visit www.archaeologyinmarlow.org.uk or call 01628 481792 for more information.
20 November, 8pm, Garden Room, Liston Hall, Chapel Street, Marlow.

Comedy

Still Keeping Up Appearances? An evening with Josephine Tewson
Star of screen and stage Josephine Tewson, best remembered as Hyacinth Bucket’s long-suffering neighbour Elizabeth in Keeping Up Appearances, brings her one woman show to the Arts Centre. In her wonderfully funny one woman show – Still Keeping Up Appearances? She talks about her early years in British theatre, the move into television comedy and her ill-fated, but hilarious, marriage to Leonard Rossiter. Jo is loved by British audiences and looks forward to sharing tales from a lifetime in showbusiness. Tickets £10 (£8 concession) from visit www.arts4every1.com. Email info@arts4every1.com for more information.
14 November, 7pm, Arts4every1 Centre, Desborough Road, High Wycombe.

Sales and fairs

Brick and Model Show
Model Railway with Bayko Buildings, London Buildings in Lego, Marvel Avengers in Lego, Live Builds, Vintage toys, new and used Lego bricks and sets for sale and a display of doll’s houses. There will also be an LGB large scale railway: come and have a go! Admission £2.50 adults, £1.50 concessions, £5 family.
15 and 16 November, 10am – 5pm, Naphill Village Hall, Naphill, near High Wycombe, Bucks.

Iain Rennie Christmas Fair
On offer will be over 30 independent stallholders, with many new ones including stylish home accessories, quirky pjs, unique fairy lights, cookware, cashmere and alpaca clothing plus all the favourites including cakes, preserves, jewellery, Christmas cards, books and much more. There will also be a Food Hall with delicious tastings, children’s activity area, Christmas Grotto and a café which will also be selling mulled wine. Come along to find the perfect Christmas gift and support this marvellous, local charity, Iain Rennie Hospice at Home. Tickets £1 including free cup of tea or coffee.
15 November, 10am, The Beaconsfield School, Wattleton Road, Beaconsfield, HP9 1SJ.

Christmas Fayre
Cakes, Gifts, Wrapping Paper, Crafts, Toys, Books, Jigsaws, Bric-a-Brac, Refreshments, including Bacon Rolls. Admission is free.
15 November, 10am,The Salvation Army, Frogmoor, High Wycombe.

NCT Nearly New Sale
We all know it can be expensive kitting out children so our Nearly New Sales are a fantastic way of helping with the costs. Buy or sell everything from prams and toys to changing mats and clothes, all high quality at great prices. Not only can you get some great bargains, but the Nearly New Sales raise much needed funds for the NCT. Suggested entrance donation is £1. Find out more information at www.nct.org.uk/branches/maidenhead-marlow/events/autumn-nearly-new-sale-2014.
15 November, 1.30pm, Great Marlow School, Bobmore Lane, High Wycombe.

High Wycombe Twins & Multiples Club Nearly New Sale
A nearly new sale of clothes, toys and equipment for babies and young children. Tickets £2. Email twinsclubhw@gmail.com for more information.
16 November, 10am, West Wycombe Village Hall, The High Street, West Wycombe.

Charity Bazaar
All stalls run by charities, including Ian Rennie Hospice, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People and Scannappeal to name a few. There will be tea and coffee and a raffle. Admission 30p.
15 November, 2pm, Prestwood Village Hall, Wycombe Road, Prestwood, Great Missenden.

Food and Drink

Pop Up Wine Bar
We initially will be offering carefully chosen, decent wines at sensible prices (plus Hobgoblin Gold 4.5% vol. orange juice, non-alcoholic Becks, and mineral water). We welcome customer feedback, and are flexible on the wines we stock. As we have low overheads we can offer exceptional value for money, for example, quality mature Rioja at £15 a bottle, Macon Villages from a top grower at £20. As a change to peanuts and crisps, we offer English Brie/ mature Cheddar platter at £2.
Opening 7 November, every day from 6pm, Cafe Copia, 77 High St, Marlow.

Indian Food School
Guests can enjoy an hour of chef's hints, tips and demonstrations as well as a two course dinner. Everyone welcome. Tickets £16.95 per person. Call 01494 881 183 or email cadmore@treehotel.co.uk.
14 November, 6.30pm, The Tree Hotel, Marlow Road, High Wycombe.

Best of Bordeaux with Jane Anson
Join us for a tasting lead by Jane Anson, Bordeaux columnist for Decanter. We will be focusing on the legendary Pauillac, and tasting some of the finest Rothschild wines from this famous appellation including Petit Mouton and Château Duhart Milon. A book signing of Jane’s new book, Bordeaux Legends, will follow the tasting. Pre-book an afternoon tea at 4pm and receive a 20% discount from standard prices. Tickets £65 plus normal admission charges from bookings.waddesdon@nationaltrust.org.uk.
15 November, 2pm, Waddesdon Manor, High Street, Waddesdon, Aylesbury.

Charity Events

Charity Karaoke for Cancer Research UK
Come join us for a fun night of singing in aid of charity. We are also holding an auction on the night. Call Tina at The Red Lion for more details: 01494 464174.
15 November, 8.30pm, Red Lion, Penn Road, Knotty Green, Beaconsfield.

Race Night
The Stokenchurch Scouts are raising money for them to attend the World Scout Jamboree in Japan 2015. Tickets are £7.50 pre-booking or £10 on the night and includes hot dinner, but bring your own alcoholic drinks. If you can't make it, you can buy a horse for £5, if you win, double your money! If you would like to sponsor a race, it's £10, and in return, on the night we would be able to hand out fliers/provide information which is great for businesses.
15 November, 7pm for a 7.30pm start, Stokenchurch Scout Headquarters, Longburrow Park.

Charity Christmas Cards
Visit the pop-up Christmas card cabins for hundreds of cards from 42 different charities. Other Christmas items also available including advent calendars & candles, napkins, small gifts and wrapping paper.
7 November until 17 December, 9.30am, St Teresa's Church Car Park, (Behind Waitrose), Beaconsfield.

Exercise

The Mucky Mudder
The Mucky Mudder is a brand new fundraising event for 2014 to really test your endurance! Jump on the latest craze and complete a 5 mile challenge tackling various obstacles, such as climbing walls, tunnels, and more. You’re guaranteed to get muddy! Registration costs £30, which will cover the costs of putting on the event and includes your Mucky Mudder t-shirt and water along the route. We encourage you to raise as much sponsorship money as you can to support Rennie Grove Hospice Care and our services. The Mucky Mudder isn’t a timed race, but is a test of strength and stamina and is promised to be tough but brilliant fun for all involved. For more information and to register, please visit www.renniegrove.org/muckymudder or call 01442 820740. Tickets: £30.
16 November, 10am, Green Park, Stablebridge Rd, Aston Clinton. 

Rugged Radnage 10K Run
The RR10K is a challenging multi-terrain run, set in the picturesque Chiltern Hills. You can enter online, by post, or on the day. We’ve had fantastic feedback, with the race route and the abundant helpful marshals being commented on repeatedly. Come and enjoy the atmosphere and cheer on the runners. Start/Finish: Radnage Village Hall. Refreshments and food can be purchased at The Village Hall. Tickets £11 affiliated, £13 non-affiliated, £15 on the day. Further information, including route map, application and sponsorship forms available at www.ruggedradnage10k.co.uk.
16 November, 10am, Radnage Village Hall, Radnage Common Rd, Radnage, High Wycombe.

On the Radar

The Cry – Requiem for the Lost Child
A powerful and moving choral work interwoven with the words of children who have been affected by war and conflict. Music composed and introduced by internationally known singer & songwriter Adrian Snell. Tickets: Adults £12, Concessions £10, Children 12 and under free but must be issued with a ticket, available from The Mustard Seed Café in All Saints Church or via office@allsaintshighwycombe.org or 01494 527526. Sponsored by the International Institute of War Child Studies. This unique event is not to be missed!
22 November, 7.30pm, All Saints’ Church, High Wycombe.

John Mayall
Known at The Godfather of British Blues, he is returning for a world tour in celebration of his 80th Anniversary. Mayall has influenced and mentored some of the leading blues-rock musicians including Fleetwood Mac, Rolling Stones and Cream. Texan guitarist Rock Athas, Bassist Greg Rzab and Chicagoan Jay Davenport will join John Mayall on tour, alongside UK special guest King King. The tour will be coinciding with the release of John’s first studio album in 5 years – ‘A Special Life.’
22 November, 7.30pm, Wycombe Swan, St Mary Street, High Wycombe.

Africa Spectacular
West Africa spectacular with Master Drummer Sidiki Dembele and friends. A local collaboration with African musicians, all proceeds will go to a music school in Africa. This show is a unique opportunity to see three brilliant West African artists as well as Bucks based African drumming groups Africa Junction and Hartbeats Vitae Drummers who all attend Justine Hart's African drumming classes. Sidiki and his musicians have been working on a series of collaborative performances with West African drumming ensembles in the UK in order to raise money for The Brothers Tour project. There will also be a CD available to purchase on the night that features songs from the concert. All proceeds from CD and 250 tickets will go to the Denifari Music School, Abobo, Ivory Coast. Tickets £10 for adults, £5 for under-16s, under-5s free.
22 November, 7.30pm, Arts4Every1, Desborough Road, High Wycombe, HP11 2PU. 

Coach Trip to Winchester Cathedral
Come & visit this vibrant, ancient & cultured city. For over a thousand years, people have come to the magnificent Cathedral. Other attractions include King Arthur's Round Table & The Jane Austen story. Planning to leave Winchester at 6pm. Ticket price £24 adults, £20 Pensioners & £17 for children (under 16). Refreshments/entries are not included. The proceeds from the event will be used supporting the homeless & All Saints’ Church. Please check with Joe Arthur as to seat availability: joe.arthur30@googlemail.com or call: 01494 534582.
27 November, pick up at 9am, Castle Street, High Wycombe or 9.30am at the Empire, Cressex.

Santa’s Magical Adventures
The Buckinghamshire Railway Centre at Quainton offers a series of “Santa’s Magical Adventures”. Father Christmas brings a gift (age and gender suitable) for every child during their Steam Train ride, followed by complimentary seasonal refreshments for adults, with a juice drink and chocolate biscuit for children. Then great free Face Painting, followed by entertainment at the 20-minute Live Balloon Show. It’s a really special outing for all the family. Trains run regularly throughout the day from 10.25am until 3.20pm Booking is essential. For the first 3 days, Santa’s Train will be hauled by Thomas the Tank Engine™. When Thomas pulls the trains, booking can only be made online at www.bucksrailcentre.org. Every other train journey can be booked online or by phone 01296 655720.
30 November & 6 & 7, 13 & 14, and 20, 21 & 22 December, Buckinghamshire Railway Centre, Quainton Road Station, Quainton, near Aylesbury, HP22 4BY.