Now that the current issue of HOFF newsletter is out please let me have articles, information and anything you think appropriate for the next edition.  Thank you.

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Do you have or do you know of a Caring Neighbour? If so let us know

Good neighbourliness is now so important in the community, maybe you need a little bit of help and support especially if you are living alone.We would like to recognise what people do for each other.

So if you would like to thank someone who has helped you with household tasks, odd jobs or perhaps prevented you from being at financial risk, why not thank them by nominating them for an award.

The Scheme is now into its fifth year, with an ever increasing number of nominations. The Launch of 2013 will be Thursday 20^th June. In the Queens Theatre foyer Hornchurch 3-5pm. Free admission by ticket only, obtained from the box office 01708 443333.

Please download the nomination form and send it to

HOFF c/o Town Hall, Main Road, Romford or

HOFF c/o Pinney Talfourd LLP, 40 North Street, Hirnchurch, RM11 1EW

Closing date for nominations is 1st September 2013.

We are planning to have a Christmas lunch in December. This will hopefully be a sit down meal.   More details venue & price to be advised shortly.

A group of members and friends went on a lovely trip to Canterbury in April.  We had a very enjoyable day, with time to visit the catherdral and shop.  This hope this was the first of many such trips.  Further trips will be available soon.

Shirley cant wake this one?

CPSO. Jackie Whitlock who attends the forum, giving lots of advice on staying safe. Think ‘Paddy Fox’ head tour guide took a fancy to our Jackie!

Coach trip to Hastings- Weather not too good that day. But still smiles or was that the few that went into the pub!

Lovely fish n chips was had by many,Lots of fishing interest.

Hill top cafe with gorgeous view.

old army (Bert Morley) meets new young army