The annual Christmas Day football match (the 17th!) will take place, as usual, on Wootton Courtenay playing field. 10.30am warm up kick-about for 11am start. All or no abilities welcome! 8 - 80 is the normal age category. Crowd support while drinking obligatory champagne (not provided!), both welcome and normal. Bella Capel

I need some gold to make two wedding rings. Does anyone in the village have any gold to sell? It can be in any condition: broken, bent or odd pieces. Good price paid. Call 01643 841278 or email me at jbmjohara@gmail.com Brian O’Hara