Twyford

First Great Western and First Great Western Link want to apologise on behalf of ourselves and Network Rail for the severe disruption to our services into London Paddington on Thursday 27 October. The problems were caused by a damaged cable at Twyford, near Reading, which led to a loss of signalling in the area.

We are offering compensation for the poor service we provided that day. Holders of monthly or longer season tickets which were valid for travel on any part of the Reading to London Paddington route can claim the proportional daily cost of the price of their season ticket by downloading the pdf form below and taking it to the ticket office at Twyford or other First Great Western and First Great Western Link stations from Monday 31st October until Sunday 13th November.

Click here to download the compensation form

All other ticket-holders should contact our Customer Relations department at Freepost SWB40576, Plymouth, PL4 6ZZ.

First Great Western Link ~ Thursday 27 October

Open from 28/10/2005 until 10/12/2005 Fridays from 1000-1600 and Saturdays from 1000- 1300 at Twyford United Reformed Church Hall, Church Street, Twyford, Berkshire, RG10 9DR

Cards for Good Causes sells cards on behalf of more than 300 national and local charities. In most shops at least 25 charities are represented.

Cards for Good Causes manages a national network of nearly 330 charity Christmas card shops, throughout the country, from Truro to Pitlochry.

Cards for Good Causes sells charity Christmas cards from temporary shops set up in sites such as churches, libraries, community centres, tourist information centres, Twyford United Reformed Church Hall and museums.

Most Cards for Good Causes shops are staffed by volunteers, with most managers receiving modest remuneration.

Charities have received over £4.9 million from their Christmas card sales last year. In the last five years charities have received over £20 million from their card sales through Cards for Good Causes outlets. From this total, the charities had to pay for the production and distribution of their cards and any VAT.

It’s not just Christmas cards! In most shops Cards for Good Causes also sells a range of Christmas goods, including advent calendars, Christmas wrapping paper and gift tags to help meet operating costs.

Charity Christmas Cards at Twyford United Reformed Church Hall, Church Street, Twyford, Berkshire, RG10 9DR

BBC ~ Thursday, 27 October 2005

Thousands of train commuters in the Thames Valley suffered severe disruptions to their journeys on Thursday because of a signal failure.

The problem occurred between Reading and Twyford, causing cancellation and delays to London Paddington services.

First Great Western cancelled several trains and others were delayed for more than an hour after a cable was cut.

The company's managing director later took the unusual step of publishing an open letter of apology to customers.

In the letter published on the company's website, Alison Forster said: "I am writing to apologise on behalf of ourselves and Network Rail for the severe disruption to this morning's services into London Paddington.

"We are already discussing with Network Rail how the fault occurred and what they can do to minimise future failures of this nature.

"We will ensure that lessons are learnt and acted upon.

"Customers had a truly awful service this morning and we will, of course, pay compensation."

The loss of signalling in the area was blamed on a cable that was cut during overnight engineering work between Reading and Twyford.

Network Rail said officials had worked through the night to repair the cables.

The problem was fixed shortly before lunchtime on Thursday, but disruptions to the London train service remained.

Twyford & District Round Table is holding the annual Charity Bonfire and Fireworks on Saturday 29th Of October, on King George’s Field Twyford. The musical theme to accompany the fireworks is “A Space Odyssey”. All proceeds are donated to Charity.

As with previous years a Drawing Competition is being run, for two age groups 5-7 and 7-12 years old. Entries will be judged on the night, with prizes for the winning artists and schools.

Many local businesses have generously sponsored the evening including Simmons & Lawrence, Packaids Ltd, Fields Pharmacy, Century Picture Framing, Lorne Laboratories. Major Sponsors include, Axxia Systems, Woods Yard, Rapid Hire and Print Room Group.

Attractions include Fireworks, Bonfire, Burger and Hotdog Stand, Beer Tent, Refreshments and Fun Fair. Gates open at 6.30pm, the fireworks will commence at 7.30pm.

Advance Tickets are available from Brighton’s Newsagents in Twyford or Woodley and from BS Stores in Ruscombe. Adult tickets in advance £4 (£5 on the Gate), Senior Citizens/Youths £2 (£3 on the Gate), Children 5-12 years old £1 and Children under 5 years old Free.

Rock and Roll & Tango,
Twyford Youth Centre,
Loddon Road,
Twyford.
23rd October 2005

In aid of the Berkshire County Blind Society.

23rd October 2005 3-6pm Rock and Roll 6.30-9.30 Argentinian Tango Twyford Youth Centre, Loddon Road, Twyford.

Entrance to each dance £7, or £10 for a combined ticket.

For more details contact the Society on 0118 987 2803 or Ann Meakes on (0118) 975 1125 or Mobile 07914920366

Twyford and Ruscombe pre-school,
Loddon Hall,
2 Loddon Hall Road,
Twford,
Berkshire,
RG10 9JA.

Twyford and Ruscombe pre-school, will be holding there annual toy sale on saturday 12th november,from 10am until 12pm.They will sell good quality toys and baby equipment.If you have items you wish to sell in the sale please contact the pre-school in loddon hall any weekday morning until 11.30am.

Twyford and Ruscombe pre-school will be holding a christmas fair on saturday 26th november from 10am until 12pm in loddon hall.Lots off great gift idea's from local craft businesses,prize raffle and refreshments will be available.