ROMAN site: After another huge crowd came to look around last weekend, the diggers are now winding down their work for 2004 on site and will leave soon.

They have had a very happy time in Silchester and got some very good sun tans! We look forward to hearing more about the finds in the autumn.

NURSERY school: Cherry Trees Nursery, based in the village hall, has new principals - Mrs Lynda Cole and Mrs Fiona Mills.

They can be contacted on 07833 547810, for details of availability for pre-school children.

Mrs Audrey Simpson, former principal, is thanked for her hard work over the last few years.

HERITAGE open days: Advance notice of this special weekend which will be September 10 to 12.

There will be the usual bike ride/walk, church open days and Patronal Festival weekend in Silchester.

Further details on how to take part from Ralph Atton, on 0118 9700825.

PHOENIX Club: The club heard an interesting talk about lifeboats, from Mr Jack Shovel, at its last meeting.

The September meeting will be luncheon at the Calleva Arms. More details and menus from Noreen on 0118 9700647.

SPRATS: This group of small children and parents, under the leadership of our minister, the Rev Mandy Bowskill, meets again this month on August 25, at 9.30am, for fun and worship.

WINCHESTER Cathedral: Would you like to join the tea team at the cathedral occasionally?

The next visit is on September 3. Ralph, on 9700825, needs to have your name by August 22. Remember, you will be on your feet a lot!