Editorial

Reminiscing over the history of Burpham


Moira MacQuaide’s history of Burpham As we celebrate 100 issues of Burpham Pages, it’s interesting to look back at the history of Burpham that we…

Latest: Burpham Preschool Harvest Fair


Harvest Fair Raising funds for your local community preschool! Auction & Raffle Cake Stall Games Family Fun An AMAZING opportunity for one…

The Hierarchy of Fat-loss


Christine Sciberras, Founder and Head Coach at Melita Fitness When it comes to losing weight, or more specifically losing fat, exercise gets a lot…

St Luke’s Church


Moira MacQuaide’s history of Burpham Prior to 1859, there was no church at all in Burpham, which was part of the Parish of Worplesdon, so residents…

History of Abbotswood


By Niels Laub Abbotswood was built in the early part of the 20th century on approximately 50 acres of arable farmland forming part of the Stoke Park…

The Power of Silence


Silence – how do you see it? A positive thing or a negative thing? We live in a very noisy world: some of it immensely positive – the words of a…

Community Update – July & August 2022


To get in touch with the BCA: Contact the secretary on secretary@burphamca.org.uk call 07513 366072 or visit the…

Community Update – May & June 2022


To get in touch with the BCA: Contact the secretary on secretary@burphamca.org.uk call 07513 366072 or visit the…

Burpham Gardening Club News – May & June 2022


Written by John Boon (Burpham Gardening Club) May & June 2022 The delayed AGM will be on Tuesday 24th May at 7.30pm, when the future of the…

Overcoming obstacles to exercise


Christine Sciberras, Founder and Head Coach at Melita Fitness If you’re having trouble starting or sticking to an exercise plan, you’re not alone.…