Dinton News 13th April 2024 - Cheese and Wine Event In Dinton Village Hall a Cheese and Wine evening was held with a large group of villagers attending to enjoy a superb selection of wines and cheeses. Thanks to everyone involved in the organisation.
13th April 2024 - Marquee Team Stone Plaque Ceremony In 2023 there was a merger of the old Marquee Team into the Community Events Team. The marquee itself is now under the control/ownership of Dinton Cricket Club who are responsible for the maintenance, security, storing etc. The marquee remains available for use by the CET for any events we may wish to stage within. To commemorate the fantastic work and events staged by the Marquee Team over a quarter of a century, the CET held a ceremony in the Seven Stars Garden late pm Saturday 13th April when a stone and plaque was placed over the spot where the annual Christmas Tree stands as a lasting tribute to the Marquee Team.
Marquee Plaque
3rd December 2023 - Seven Stars Christmas Tree The Christmas Tree lights were switched on by Viv Robinson at the Seven Stars on Sunday 3rd December at 4.30pm
Christmas Tree
4th November 2023 - Fireworks on Dinton Parish Field Firework display held on Parish Field with drinks and barbeque on Cricket Ground
Dinton Fireworks
19th August 2023 - Dinton Beer Festival at Seven Stars Sunny day for the Beer Festival with lots of people attending. The organisers are grateful to all those who sponsored the drinks, including Vale Brewery, 4 Seasons Gardening Services, Dinton Wines Ltd, Elite Physical Medicine, Larraine Gooch, Ben, Jo and Murray, Mark Bale from Crash 2000, Mike Cottman, Dick O’Driscoll and Dennis Dunn, Geof and Brenda Collins, Dave Thomas, Rosemary and Roger Bird, SSD Ltd., Chris and Honor Vane, and Nick and Venetia (in memory of Bumble). Thanks also to Starveall Butchers, Sam and Robert Pullin, Dick O’Driscoll and Dennis Dunn who contributed to the glasses for the Beer Festival, Mike Trotman of Empty Rooms Promotions who sponsored the live music and the Seven Stars Book Club which sponsored the Pimm’s.
Steph and her team provided a delicious barbecue for everyone to enjoy.
Seven Stars Garden
21st July 2023 - Dinton Cricket Club Cup Presentation Chloe Lambert was pleased to present the Cup for the most improved Colt to Harry Redman at Dinton Cricket Club. Harry plays for the Under 15s team and has captained the team to the League trophy in which they won every game. Harry has played every game and is comfortably the highest run scorer and most economical bowler and he has also shown good leadership and commitment.
Cup Presentation
12th July 2023 - Open Garden Lythe Orchard Upton Patrick Lambert opened his garden to members of the Wendover Horticultural Society at Lythe Orchard, Oxford Road, Upton. Patrick, who is a member, and Diane Smith, who is Secretary of the Horticultural Society and organises the speakers and events, are very keen gardeners. They have worked very hard in the three and a quarter acre plot with existing borders and new areas developed around the house and in the paddock. The plot benefits from a stunning view of Patrick’s farm, Starveall Farm, and the Thame Valley.
Garden View
24th June 2023 - MIDSUMMER BALL The Midsummer Ball held in the marquee at Dinton Cricket Club and was a great success. The Band Sledgehammer played to a mixed assembly of 120 people.
7th May 2023 - Coronation of King Charles 111 Lovely sunny day on Sunday May 7th with a Coronation Treasure Hunt in Dinton followed by a barbecue in the garden at The Seven Stars. Thank you to the Community Events Team for organising it and for Steph and her team for providing an excellent barbecue. Marion Baker raised £175 for the Aylesbury Foodbank by making cakes for people to buy to celebrate the Coronation.
Read report in Local History
King Charles 111
6th May 2023 - Upton Coronation Celebrations Upton Coronation Celebrations on Saturday, May 6th with a bring and share supper held in the garden of Amanda Bassett at Lower Farmhouse in an erected marquee with around 56 people attending. The organisers would like to thank everyone who attended and brought along their delicious food. The unused cakes were donated to The Seven Stars for their event on Sunday, May 7th, and all unopened packets of crisps were donated to Aylesbury Food Bank.
6th May 2023 - Dinton Coronation Celebrations The bells were rung at the Church of St. Peter & St. Paul, Dinton by Andrew Wild on May 6th to mark the Coronation of King Charles III.
4th December 2022 - Christmas Lights Seven Stars Christmas Tree Lights were switched on at the Seven Stars at 4.30pm afterwards people enjoyed mulled wine and mince pies.
Xmas Lights
26th November 2022 - Cheese and Wine Dinton Village Hall The Community Events Team organised a Wine & Cheese Evening in Dinton village hall Saturday, November 26. The village hall was packed with people enjoying the wine and different varieties of cheese.
Cheese Table
19th November 2022 - Kevin Galloway at Dinton Church Kevin Galloway (from Uncle Lucius) from Austin Texas with support from Savannah Gardner performed at Dinton Church.
Kevin Galloway
13th November 2022 - Remembrance Day Wreaths laid at on the War Memorial at St Peter & St Paul Church, Dinton
War Memorial
5th November 2022 - Dinton Fireworks Firework display at Dinton Cricket Club
Fireworks
31st October 2022 - Halloween in Dinton Wonderful Halloween display
Halloween
7th October 2022 - ARC at Dinton Church Americana, Roots and Country with performances by My Girl River, Kate Ellis and Anna Howie.These three women perform songs instantly relatable, tales of Louisiana, Nashville, New York, England, life, love, loss and community.
ARC
19th September 2022 - Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died The State Funeral and Committal of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II took place on 19th September 2022 at Westminster Abbey at 11am with Committal at St. Georges Chapel, Windsor Castle at 4pm
Queen Elizabeth II
20th August 2022 - Dinton Beer Festival at Seven Stars The Dinton Beer Festival, held in the grounds of The Seven Stars in Dinton, was very well attended. Walkers came from Haddenham, Upton, Ford, Gibraltar and Westlington, and cyclists and bus travellers came from further afield.
Beer Festival at Seven Stars
16th July 2022 - Dinton Picnic Ball Dinton Picnic Ball took place within the Cricket Grounds in the community marquee.
See below for full review of this wonderful evening. Review Ball Photos
15th July 2022 - Dinton Cricket Club Cup Presentation Chloe Lambert was very pleased to present her Cup for the most improved Colt to Faith Trustram. Congratulations to Faith, Dinton Cricket Club is very proud of you. Congratulations also to other prize winners.
Cup Presentation
9th July 2022 - Morris Dancers Dinton On a sunny Saturday morning a troup of Morris Men danced at the bottom of New Road.
Morris Men
1st July 2022 - Concert at Dinton Church Hannah Aldridge performed at Dinton Church to a good crowd. Hannah is from Alabama USA
Hannah Aldridge
22nd June 2022 - Dinton Church Concert Supporting Jesse Malin was Kelley Swindall from Georgia now based in New York
Kelley Swindall
22nd June 2022 - Dinton Concert with Jesse Malin Jesse Malin filled Dinton Church and the audience enjoyed the music of this American rock musician, guitarist and songwriter. He started his performing career in New York and has collaborated with Bruce Springsteen, Billie Joe Armstrong of Green Day, Ryan Adams and numerous other musicians.
Jesse Malin
5th June 2022 - Queens Platinum Jubilee on Dinton Parish Field
Dinton Parish Field
3rd June 2022 - Echoes of Swing Band at Dinton Church Dinton Parish Church opened the doors to a special charity concert which forms part of the Queens Jubilee celebrations. The band played to a packed audience covered the popular music from the swing era, with music from the Great American song Book, and other modern arrangers.
Echoes of Swing Band
3rd June 2022 - Upton Platinum Jubilee Tea Party A Platinum Jubilee tea party was held in Jolie Phillips paddock in Upton. It was very well attended and everyone enjoyed themselves. Grateful thanks to Jolie and to Sue Unwin and Jo Troup for organising the party. It was great to be able to enjoy some Dinton Folly, courtesy of the Kimbers.
Upton Cake
23rd April 2022 - Concert at Dinton Church Opening the concert was singer-songwriter Kirby Brown from East Texas
Kirby Brown
23rd April 2022 - Concert at Dinton Church Mike Trotman organised the concert at Dinton Church, the first in a long time due to Covid restrictions. David Ramirez from Austin, Texas in his Find the Light Tour delighted the audience with his melodic voice and soulful songs.
David Ramirez
19th March 2022 - Ukraine Cake Sale at Seven Stars Lovely sunny day in the garden at the Seven Stars who hosted a Cake Sale to raise money for the Ukraine Appeal. Cakes were made by Issy and Ella Perrott and Chloe Stewart, Lily, Freya and Ben plus others. The marvellous sum of £463.31 was raised for this worthwhile cause.
15th March 2022 - Haddenham Community Vehicle On Tuesday, March 15 at the Haddenham Community Library was the re-launch of Carrie, the Haddenham Community Vehicle, which is used by many people including some from Dinton and Stone parishes. The door-to-door service is bookable in advance.
Carrie
1st March 2022 - Village Hall Changes In April Honor Vane took over as Bookings Secretary for Dinton village hall. Dinton with Ford & Upton Parish Council is now the Sole Trustee of the village hall under the Deed of Grant which is the legal document detailing how the hall should be managed. Contact details for Honor 01296 748177
11th February 2022 - Seven Stars CAMRA award The local community came to the Seven Stars to support Stephanie to receive a "Lockdown Hero" CAMRA Award. Stephanie thanked everyone for their kind messages and gifts. A special thanks to Nick Cottman for nominating Stephanie and a huge thank you to CAMRA for selecting her.
Stephanie
21st December 2021 - Christmas 2021
Christmas Lights
12th December 2021 - Turkey Hamper Draw 2021 After the Carol Service everyone enjoyed mince pies. The hamper raffle was drawn by Reverend Cassa Messervy. The proceeds of the raffle will be shared by Florence Nightingale House and the Church.
27th November 2021 - Cheese and Wine Dinton Village Hall The Cheese and Wine Evening took place at the Village Hall and tickets sales sold out. The evening was enjoyable and the windows were kept open. It was a not-for-profit event and covered all costs and raised enough money to buy some Christmas Lights for the tree outside the Seven Stars.
5th November 2021 - Macmillan Coffee Morning The Macmillan Coffee Morning hosted by Angela Rainbow raised over £500 for Macmiillan Cancer Support. Angela thanked all those who supported the event and gave donations.
21st August 2021 - Seven Stars Dinton Beer Festival The Beer Festival at the Seven Stars pub was able to go ahead this year and was very successful raising around £3000. The event was well attended and at the end of the day all the beer had been sold. Good effort from all the volunteers whose hard work made a success of the day.
Barrels of Beer
12th December 2020 - Winners of the 2020 Christmas Turkey Hamper Draw Draw for the 2020 Luxury Turkey Hamper took place on Saturday 12th December, with tickets taken from the tombola drum by Revd Nigel Featherstone. Money raised was just over £1200.
First Prize Hamper
8th May 2020 - VE Day 75th Anniversary Celebrating the 75th anniversary at the end of the second world war people lined the streets for the 11am 2 minute silence with clapping after. At 6pm again lining the streets people sang We will Meet Again some Sunny Day sung originally by Vera Lynn and toasted with a drink.
Land Army Girl
17th March 2020 - URGENT Information from Haddenham Medical Centre .....See Letter
8th March 2020 - 5th Annual Charity Quiz The amount raised from the 5th annual Charity Quiz at the Seven Stars for Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity is £1860.58. This amount brings the total amount raised over the 5 years to £8441.80.
29th February 2020 - Pivot Games 2020 What on earth are PIVOT GAMES? They are The Parish Inter Village Olympic Tournament and they were a great success! The village hall was packed with kids and adults from all corners of the Parish to compete in the Games. The final winners were Dinton.
8th February 2020 - Sam Baker at Dinton Church Over 100 people attended St. Peter and St. Paul Church in Dinton to hear performing Sam Baker from Austin Texas. This tour celebrates the 15th anniversary of his first album Mercy.
Sam Baker
7th December 2019 - Lunch & Turkey Hamper Draw Event The Luxury Hamper Draw was held in Dinton village hall. The first prize was won by Cathryn and Robin Nash, second prize by George Lamb and third prize by Christine Gadsdon. Soup and sausage lunch with mulled wine and mince pies, together with a bring and buy raised £996 for Church Funds.
5th December 2019 - Macmillan Coffee Morning Marie-Helene Usherwood held a Macmillan Coffee Morning at her house and raised £664 for Macmillan Cancer Support.
1st December 2019 - Poppy Appeal David Pickup reported that a total of £3272.00 was raised in the Parish.
16th November 2019 - Cheese & Wine evening The Cheese and Wine event held in Dinton Village Hall was a great success with over 70 people attend. A great selection of wines available and delicious cheeses to taste.
Decorated hall
31st October 2019 - Halloween Trick or Treat in Dinton
Halloween
19th October 2019 - Conker Championship The annual Conker Championship took place at Dinton Cricket Club. Children aged six were playing against people in their seventies. The competition was won by Chloe Fraser. Congratulations to her and all those who took part. Thanks to Andy McCrea and his team who organised the event.
19th October 2019 - Quiz night in Dinton Village Hall The quiz night held in Dinton Village Hall raised £248 for the village hall funds. Janet Morgan and her team won and Sylvia Eaton and her team won the consolation prize.
5th October 2019 - Art in Nature Concert The Art in Nature Concert held at the Church of St. Peter & St. Paul Dinton on Saturday 5th October raised £2592.60 for the Organ Fund. Thanks to the performers who gave their services free of charge.
17th August 2019 - Dinton Beer Festival 2019 The fifth annual Dinton Beer Festival was held at the Seven Stars Pub with fine sunny weather. 10 barrels of beer on offer as far apart as Devon and Staffordshire plus local beers. In addition there was a Pimms tent plus cider to sample. 4 music acts together with Towersey Morris Men entertained
1st June 2019 - Paul McClure at Dinton Church Paul McClure came on first to entertain the audience in Dinton Church
Paul McClure
1st June 2019 - Birds of Chicago at Dinton Church Over 100 people attended Dinton Church to hear the music organised by Mike Trotman.
The Birds of Chicago sang beautifully and many thanks to Mike for the superb concert.
Birds of Chicago
9th February 2019 - Community Led Plan 9 & 26 February Over 100 residents attended two events during February to launch a Community-led Plan for our villages Dinton, Ford, Gibraltar, Upton and Westlington.
Although there were some guideline subjects, e.g. Roads, Transport, Safety, Security, Village events, Environment, Conservation, Amenities.
1st December 2018 - Dinton Church Bazaar The Bazaar was held at Dinton Village Hall. The event raised £1264. Luxury hamper won by Dr. C. Cochrane-Dyet, Second prize won by Mrs. Merry who lives in North Bucks and third prize won by Mr. & Mrs. Nash of Dinton.
24th November 2018 - Dinton Church Concert Mike Trotman of Empty Rooms Productions staged a gig at Dinton St. Peter & St. Pauls Church. The Don Gallardo Band played to an appreciative audience.
Don Gallardo Band
11th November 2018 - Remembrance Sunday Remembrance Sunday at the 11th hour on the 11th day of the 11th month at Dinton Church with a special commemoration to the people who died in World War 1. Wreaths were laid accompanied by a bugler and a oak tree was planted in dedication to those who fought in the Great War.
World War 1 Dedication Placque
11th November 2018 - Centenary of WW1 Exhibition at Stone Village Hall Carole Fryer and her team presented a wonderful exhibition for the Centenary of World War 1. Memorabilia of medals and postcards, together with letters received and sent to soldiers overseas fighting in the battles of World War 1.
13th October 2018 - Chiltern Concert Band at Dinton Church The Chiltern Concert Band performed at Dinton Church. Conducted by Duncan Stubbs they played well known tunes. Matthew Little sang songs and read a poem. The music included an anniversary tribute to the end of WW1 and finished with a rousing performance of Dambusters March.
9th September 2018 - Dinton Vineyard Open Day Sunny day for for the open day at the Vineyard in Dinton. A good crowd of people came to sample Dinton Folly a sparkling wine made from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier.
2018 Grapes
26th August 2018 - Dinton Parish Fete 2018 Unfortunately, this year it rained heavily on the day of the Fete after all the hard work which had gone into the preparation for the day.
Rainy Fete this year
24th August 2018 - Picnic Ball 2018 Picnic Ball held in the village marquee an annual event with the band Bustin Loose who rocked the evening away.
Village Marquee
18th August 2018 - Dinton Beer Festival 2018 Held in the grounds of the Seven Stars pub. With a good crowd gathered to sample the different kinds of beer on offer, together with Pimms and other drinks. There was food on offer with live music and the Morris Men for entertainment.
Outside the Seven Stars
23rd June 2018 - Nigel Featherstone Ordained Nigel Featherstone was ordained at Great Missenden Church on Saturday 23rd June. He is the first vicar for 100 years to live in Dinton Parish.
Nigel Featherstone
22nd June 2018 - Tony Hadley Concert Tony Hadley in concert performed on the School Field on Friday, 22nd June. There was a large crowd who danced the night away on a lovely summer evening.
Tony Hadley
13th May 2018 - Seven Stars Annual Quiz Night Around 60 people in 10 teams competed in the Annual Charity Quiz Night in aid of the Florence Nightingale Hospice. £2,000 was raised. Congratulations to the Upton Mafia Team who now hold the "Florence Nightingale Shield"
11th May 2018 - Dinton Church Coffee Morning Dinton Church Coffee Morning for Christian Aid with Raffle, Bring and Buy with a little light music. Despite a low attendance £200 was raised for Christian Aid. Valma Thompson thanked all those who had come along and gave so generously. Also thanks to all the people who volunteered.
10th March 2018 - Dinton Church Coffee Morning and Bring & Buy The flower arrangers at Dinton Church were delighted to announce that £345 was raised at the Coffee Morning which will enable them to repair the pedestal stands. Thanks to all who attended spending money and also for donations received.
24th December 2017 - Dinton Carol Singing Christmas Eve The Dinton Christmas Eve carol singing raised £209.41 for the Florence Nigtingale Hospice charity.
Well done to all the merry singers.
Thank you to everyone who supported us on the night.
Debbie Hawes
2nd December 2017 - Dinton Church Bazaar Thank you so much for your generous donations and generous gift of your hard work and time which went into making our event on Saturday Dec 2nd such a successful and happy event.
We made over £1000.
Thanks for all your support.
31st October 2017 - Halloween in Dinton Halloween in Dinton with around 22 children dressed in costumes visited houses in the village.
Halloween House
31st October 2017 - Halloween in Dinton
Trick or Treat
21st October 2017 - Rosellys at Dinton Church The Rosellys are an Americana band from Bristol signed to Clubhouse Records. Regular tours to America clearly influence their song writing and live performances with close comparisons made to artists such as Alison Krauss, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings to name a few.
Rosellys
21st October 2017 - Support by Hannah Rose Platt Hannah Rose Platt who entertained everyone before the Rosellys came on to play.
Hannah Rose Platt
3rd October 2017 - Latest Dinton Donkey The latest donkey to be born in Dinton on the 3rd October 2017
Munchkins
19th August 2017 - Third Dinton Beer Festival The third Dinton Beer Festival was held in the gardens of the Seven Stars Pub. There was a dozen real ales plus Cider and Pimms. The Owlswick Morris Dancers entertained and also live American old time music.
Seven Stars Garden
23rd July 2017 - Woodpeckers Garden Party, Westlington Lovely sunny day in Westlington where a Garden Party was held at Woodpeckers. Musical Entertainment with Paul Herrington and the Wootton Warblers held inside the marquee. Tea was served with cake. There was a raffle and plant stall. Lots of games for the children. Money raised was around £732
Wootton Warblers
24th June 2017 - Musical Evening at St. Peter and St. Pauls Church, Aylesbury Choral Society performed an evening of Light Music in St. peter and St. Pauls Church, Dinton. The Conductor was Jeff Stewart and his accompanist Colin Spinks. A total of £917 was raised for the Dinton Church Organ Restoration Fund.
24th June 2017 - Dinton Open Garden and Teas in the VillageHall Five gardens in Dinton were open as part of the National Gardens Scheme and its charities. Around 400 people enjoyed the day walking around the village, seeing the beautiful gardens, visiting the church and having delicious tea and cakes in the village hall. A total of £2150 was raised.
23rd June 2017 - Tony Hadley Concert School Field, Dinton The Tony Hadley Concert held on the School Field at the Junior School Site of the Cuddington & Dinton C of E School on Friday, 23rd June, raised £11,000.
Tony Hadley on stage
4th June 2017 - Second Vintage of Dinton Folly Sparkling Wine Sunday morning launched the second vintage of Dinton Folly Sparkling Wine at Upton Road Vineyard, Dinton. A large crowd congregated to enjoy the tasting.
Upton Road Vineyard
1st March 2017 - PLANNING APPLICATION NEW ROAD, DINTON AVDC have refused planning permission for the proposed new homes on New Road, Dinton.
21 December 2016 A new Planning Application No. 16/04408/APP for land west of New Road, Dinton has been received for the erection of two detached dwellings and two semi-detached dwellings with garaging.
2nd December 2016 - DINTON CHRISTMAS BAZAAR The Dinton Christmas Bazaar was held in the village hall on 26th November. The Luxury Christmas Hamper was won by Mr. & Mrs. Wild of Dinton, the second Christmas Hamper was won by Audrey Manners of Stone and the third hamper was won by Mr. & Mrs. Dlugosz of Dinton.
1st December 2016 - Grand Hamper draw at Haddenham Library Tickets are available now in the library for two fantastic Christmas hampers. They are only £1 each, and the draw will be carried out on 16th December at 4pm in the library. Good luck!
Prizes
10th October 2016 - AVDC REFUSES PLANNING PERMISSION The AVDC has refused an application for 10 houses to be built by Rectory Homes in Dinton at the junction of New Road and the A418. For the detailed reasons for refusal go to the AVDC Planning website and enter the following Planning No 16/02519/APP
26th June 2016 - "Dinton Folly" Wine Launch Sunday 26th June 2016 was the launch of the wine grown from grapes planted in Dinton. Three different varieties Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. A large crowd congregated on the field next to the grapevines to enjoy the first tasting of this English Sparkling Wine. .....see Photo Slideshow
25th June 2016 - Chloe Competition Prize Winners See full list of prize winners below ....more info
25th June 2016 - Dinton Hall Ball 2016 The Dinton Marquee Group thanked all who attended our Ball in the Hall on 25th June 2016. We are pleased to announce that we have raised £3520 for the Florence Nightingale Hospice Charity. A massive thank you to everyone involved, especially Richard Vanbergen for the venue at Dinton Hall .....see flyer ......see photo slideshow
24th June 2016 - Queen 90th Birthday Celebrations THE GRAND TEA PARTY to Celebrate THE QUEENS 90th BIRTHDAY
The Celebrations to mark the Queen`s mile stone birthday took place on Sunday 12th June on Westlington Green. This was a free event, generously given by Dinton, Ford and Upton Parish Council. .....see Photos Slideshow
25th January 2016 - Sunshine Club programme starts for 2016 The Sunshine Club Matinee Cinema starts its 2016 programme of much loved musicals at The Bernard Hall Cuddington today. Full programme below. ... see complete programme
7th November 2015 - Dinton Fireworks A good crowd of around 1500 enjoyed the bonfire and fireworks on the parish field on a pleasantly mild evening. Beer Bangers and Burgers were in great demand and tasted better after the wait in line to be served.
... See the fireworks
1st November 2015 - Wind Turbine at Lower Waldridge Farm Refused The Planning Appeal against refusal by the AVDC to grant planning permission for a large wind turbine at Lower Waldridge Farm has been refused by the Secretary of State on the grounds of its impact on the local landscape. Local residents fought an energetic campaign against this wind turbine.
27th October 2015 - Community Choir Sings in Dinton Sing is a community choir that meets in the Junior School every Monday from 7.45-9.30pm during school term times, and re-convenes on 2nd of Nov to start singing carols on the run-up to Christmas.The aim is to have fun, and learn to sing some songs in harmony. All welcome, no auditions.
30th August 2015 - Dinton Parish Fete Once again the Bank Holiday Weather dampened the enjoyment of the Dinton Parish Fete. Despite the wet and cold day a good number of visitors braved the conditions to see all the regular attractions of the Fete. Unfortunately the Dakota fly past was cancelled due to the poor visibility. ......See picture slideshow of Fete
13th June 2015 - Chiltern Concert Band at Dinton Church The Chiltern Concert Band gave a very entertaining performance at Dinton church in Aid of the Flush Fund. A variety of music and solo instrumentalists were led and conducted by Claire Lawrence. The Chiltern Concert Band is a community band comprising part-time adult musicians.
Rob Wallace on trumpet with Claire Lawrence
6th June 2015 - Opening of Kitchen and Toilet facilities at Dinton The final goal of the Flush Fundraising project was achieved when the new facilities at Dinton church opened on Saturday night. The new additions have been built within the base of the tower and consist of a kitchen area, disabled toilet and baby changing room and a first floor meeting room.
11th April 2015 - Barn Dance in the New Marquee A Barn Dance was held in the new village marquee on the Parish field and was a great success. The Broadband folk dance band supplied the music and there was an excellent pig roast. Special thanks to John King and the Marquee group for their work in acquiring the super new marquee and all volunteers.
30th March 2015 - PPG buys equipment for Medical Centre The Haddenham Medical Centre PPG has purchased a Dopplex machine for assisting speedy diagnosis of peripheral vascular disease in patients. The PPG is raising funds through its 200 Club Prize draw to purchase equipment for the Centre that is not available through NHS funding.
Cheque for £2903 presented to Drs. Howcutt & Munir
15th February 2015 - Dinton School Excellent Results Cuddington and Dinton C of E School achieved the fifth highest results of all 214 primary schools in Buckinghamshire based on pupil progress. 100 per cent of Year 6 pupils, based at the Junior Site in Dinton made expected or better than expected progress in Reading, Writing and Maths. Read John Bercow Letter .........
24th December 2014 - Dinton Carol Singing Carol Singing around the village went very well with a total of £210 being raised for the Florence Nightingale Hospice.
30th November 2014 - Florence Nightingale 25th Anniversary A complete sell out of tickets enabled the wonderful total of over £2000 to be donated to the Florence Nightingale Hospice to celebrate its 25 year anniversary. Thanks go to Sally Clark, who so kindly gave her time to demonstrate how to make Christmas floral Decorations.
15th November 2014 - DINTON CHURCH CONCERT WITH SAM BAKER The Sam Baker concert organised by Dinton impresario Mike Trotman at Dinton Church was a great success. 160 people packed the church and gave Sam and fellow artists, Carrie Elkin & Chip Dolan, a standing ovation at the end of the concert.
25th August 2014 - Dinton Fete washed out The annual Dinton Parish Fete washed out by continuous rain all day on Bank Holiday Monday. The Fly Past was cancelled as were much loved events such as the inter village wheel barrow race. Despite the rain over 350 visitors braved the weather.
Inrepid Man & Dog brave the rain!
17th August 2014 - Wind Turbine Ford Appeal Postponed It was originally intended by the Planning Inspectorate to hear the appeal on 23rd September. The appellant has asked for postponement for three months, which has been agreed by the Planning Inspectorate. The new date for the hearing has yet to be arranged.
10th August 2014 - BEST KEPT VILLAGE AWARD The winner in our small village category was Fulmer and the runner-up was Weedon. Unfortunately, Dinton did not win this year though was highly commended.
22nd June 2014 - Dinton Open Gardens 22 June 2014 Dinton on a lovely sunny day received 706 visitors and we were able to send a cheque to the National Gardens Scheme of £4403 for their designated charities. This included £268 from the Plants Stall run by Marie Helen Usherwood.
12th June 2014 - Sheep Shearing in Dinton Sheep Shearing took place in Dinton on 12 June 2014
Sheep Shearing
9th June 2014 - Alpacas in Dinton A group of 5 Alpacas have arrived in Dinton.
Alpacas
10th May 2014 - Dinton Flush Fund Bike Ride The Bike Ride took place on Saturday May 10th 2014 on a lovely sunny day. The adult cyclist completed a 10 mile circuit starting at the Dinton Village Hall via Ford, Marsh, Bishopstone and Stone while the childrens route was from the village hall to Westlington, up to the church and back to the hall.
Dinton Bike Ride
1st March 2014 - In memory of Chris Robinson The Marquee Club planted a tree in memory of Chris Robinson and around 50 villagers looked on. It was a Giant sequoia which could grow to over 35 feet.
9th November 2013 - Fireworks and Bonfire in Dinton A record crowd came to see the firework display in Dinton on a chilly but dry evening. Hot dogs and mulled wine were enjoyed and even the odd pint or two. Thanks to Blaise and Simon and all who helped to make this a cracking occasion.
The Bonfire
15th October 2013 - Seven Stars wins Vale Pub of the Year Competition The Sevens Stars was presented with the AVDC Pub of the year award sponsored by Dayla Ltd. The Stars was awarded Overall winner for 2013/14 and the Best Food Pub Category 2013/14.
17th September 2013 - Doug Watkinson Latest Book published Sept 2013 Doug Watkinson has published his latest book Scattered Remains. This is the third book in the series of his Nathan Hawk Mystery books.
Doug Watkinson’s Books
26th August 2013 - Dinton Parish Fete - What a day! The Dinton Parish Fete was held on a perfect sunny hot day on Bank holiday Monday. The biggest crowd in recent years saw Tony Hadley, our own local celeb, open the fete.
15th July 2013 - Bee Orchid Found Blaise Brogan and his family Kai, Calli and Amy have found several groups of Bee Orchids growing on the Parish Field.
Careful not to tread on them at the Fete !
Bee Orchid photo by Blaise
13th July 2013 - Tingestock Festival 2013 An small intrepid band of Dinton music fans found themselves in deepest Bucks at Tingewick village hall to see Dinton gig promoter Mike Trotmans annual mini festival of Americana music. Headliners were the Leeroy Stagger band from Canada.
Leeroy Stagger Band
6th April 2013 - Unveiling of plaque for tree planting A plaque was unveiled today to commemorate the planting of 22 lime trees in Chesnut Avenue to replace the old chesnut trees that had to be removed. Martin Usherwood thanked Jon Owen, Jon Horn and in particular our tree warden David Hobden who had put in the work to bring this project to fruition.
17th January 2013 - Planning application for Wind Turbine near Ford A large number of placard carrying protesters attended the Planning control meeting at the AVDC offices. The application by Jeremy Elgin to erect a Wind turbine in excess of 100 metres high close to Waldridge Manor was thrown out unanimously by the Planning Development Control Committee.
Protesters outside the AVDC offices
4th January 2013 - The Balloon goes up and up and up! A protest against building a 101 metre wind turbine was held at Waldridge Manor close to where a proposed wind turbine could be built if planners approve it on the 17th Jan. A large helium balloon which was to have been flown at 101 metres to show the actual height and impact of the proposed turbine.
Wind Turbine protesters at Waldridge Manor
16th November 2012 - One Year of the NEW Seven Stars The shareholders and directors of the Seven Stars joined Stephanie Guiraute to celebrate the anniversary of purchase of the Stars by the village and the first year of her tenancy. Steph delivered some tasty snacks and everybody commented "how great it was to have our pub back" after 10 years.
Steph delivering the goods!
16th September 2012 - Dinton Scarecrow Festival 2012 The Dinton Scarecrow Festival was themed this year as Witches and Warlocks. See the slideshow of the wonderful entries. Tea and delicious cakes were served in the village hall! ....Click for slideshow
25th August 2012 - Picnic In the Park 2012 The Picnic In the Park took place on the Parish Field on Saturday, 25th August 2012. The band Bustin Loose played all the favourite tunes. see more.....
29th April 2012 - Snug Bar Renamed A large crowd turned up at the Seven Stars to see the Snug Bar renamed THE ROBINSON SNUG in memory of Chris Robinson who sadly passed on last year. His son Kieran dedicated the bar in the family name and spoke of his fathers affection for the small snug bar.
New Name Plate
17th April 2012 - Lord Wilson of Dinton Visits Seven Stars Lord Wilson of Dinton a.k.a. Richard Wilson visited the Seven Stars after the Annual Parish Council meeting at the Village Hall at which he was the guest Speaker. He treated a full hall to his stories of life inside 10 Downing Street with many humurous anecdotes of past Prime Ministers.
Richard Wilson with Larraine Gooch
29th January 2012 - Burns Night Celebrated at the Seven Stars The restaurant at the Seven Stars was full for a Burns Night Celebration and a piper escorted the Haggis, from the kitchen, carried by Steph . The Ode to a Haggis was read and everybody tucked in to a 3 course feast with a definite Scottish flavour. The celebrations ended with Auld Lang Syne.
Piping in the Haggis - Click the video below
27th January 2012 - BBC Oxford visits the Seven Stars Emma Cambell of BBC Oxford visited the Seven Stars today to film a report on the aquisition of pubs by communities. It was shown on the Oxford evening News .... See Photo Slideshow of BBC at The 7 Stars
15th January 2012 - The Quiz Evenings at The Seven Stars The Quiz evenings at the Seven Stars just keep on getting bigger! 70 competitors in 10 teams packed the Stars to contest this seriously challenging quiz and eat some of Stephs Cottage Pie. It was rumoured that some may have even had a pint. Would the Upton Mafia keep up their winning run?
24th December 2011 - Dinton Carol Singing Carol Singing in Dinton
We would like to thank all the 50 or so people who joined the Carol singing group on Christmas Eve. It started at the Seven Stars and ended enjoying the hospitality of Carol and Barry Lynch. In between it raised a very worthwhile £150 for the Florence Nightingale Hospice.
11th December 2011 - Seven Stars Garden On the11th December a group of pub neighbours turned out to work on the New Road frontage.
Thankfully the week before the deep roots and most of the rubble had been cleared out of the border with heavy machinery. The volunteers dug out the weed roots and turned in some horse manure.
26th November 2011 - Church Bazaar 2011 Dinton Christmas Bazaar Thankyou!
In the festive glow of a brightly decorated Dinton Village Hall parishioners enjoyed lunch and Christmas shopping - entertained by seasonal music performed by Will Farmer on his keyboard.
16th November 2011 - The Seven Stars under new management The keys to the Seven Stars pub were handed over to Stephanie Guiraute at 9.00pm on the 16th November 2011 by Terry Heath a director of the Joint Venture Company that was formed to buy the pub for the community. The pub was put up for sale in April 2011 by Punch Taverns.
Hand Over of Seven Stars Pub to Stephanie Guiraute
10th September 2011 - Dinton Scarecrow Festival There were 20 scarecrows, some in gardens, some at the Church, and visitors appeared to find the variety of styles good fun. The winners of the Haddenham Garden Centre voucher were Mr and Mrs Hopwood with their cigar smoking Mexican.
29th August 2011 - Parish Fete 2011 DINTON PARISH FETE Another successful fete this year - and without the threatening rain!!
As usual everyone worked hard but well together and the result is that we should be able to pay out approximately £7,500. This is wonderful news for those in the Parish who will benefit.
25th June 2011 - Midsummer Ball At last, on Saturday June 25, the sun shone and Dinton had a Midsummer Ball. It was a great evening, good food and music and a marquee beautifully decorated by Caroline King and friends.
12th June 2011 - Glimpse of Dinton The Glimpse of Dinton on June 12 was through a curtain of almost continual rain but were we dejected, dispirited!? Well actually, but no, a Dunkirk spirit rallied the local troops and a valiant £865 was raised for the project.
