Friends running length of UK fail in record attempt

TWO school friends missed out on becoming the fastest pair to run the length of the UK. Sam Jolly, 22, from Wargrave, completed the 1,347 km journey from John O’Groats to Land’s End in 16 days. But his running partner Will Good, 22, from Crowthorne,...

Walkers raise £1,000 for parish hall

A WALK in aid of a village hall raised more than £1,000. About 30 people took part in the event on Saturday in support of Remenham Parish Hall. Walkers were ask to give a donation to participate and could choose from two routes, six or two miles....

Deadline looms for charitable grants

THE deadline for applications for the next round of grants from the Louis Baylis Trust is approaching. The charity, which owns the Henley Standard, supports charities, community groups and good causes in the area. Its trustees meet twice a year to...

Bus trips to shops and pub

THE minibus service in Sonning Common has released its October timetable. The Fish volunteer centre offers shopping and leisure trips to residents who have difficulty finding their own means of transport. The bus will visit Tesco in Henley on Monday...

Charity ride

THE chairman of Henley Royal Regatta has completed the London to Brighton cycle ride. Richard Phelps was part of a group of 10 friends who completed the challenge on Sunday in aid of the Marfan Trust, raising £3,300 so far. The trust carries out...

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PUB PAIR QUIT AFTER DEBTS REACH £1.5M

PUB PAIR QUIT AFTER DEBTS REACH £1.5M

TWO entrepreneurs were forced to give up two pubs after accruing debts of more than £1.5 million. Alex Sergeant and David Holliday ran the Bottle and Glass Inn in Binfield Heath and Hart Street Tavern in Henley as separate companies. They were wound...

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