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11/07/2026

๐ŸŒž ๐—ช๐—ข๐—ชโ€ฆ ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ฎ ๐—ช๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ธ ๐—œ๐˜โ€™๐˜€ ๐—•๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—”๐—ถ๐—ฟ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ฑ๐˜‚๐˜€๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜†!

In over 20 years of installing air conditioning, weโ€™ve never experienced demand quite like this.

The recent heatwaves have completely changed the way people in the UK think about home cooling. Phones have been ringing non-stop, inboxes are overflowing, and manufacturers have struggled to keep up with demand.

In fact, many of the UKโ€™s most popular Mitsubishi Heavy Industries systems have temporarily sold out as homeowners rush to have air conditioning installed.

But hereโ€™s the thingโ€ฆ

This wonโ€™t be the last hot summer.

Every year seems to bring longer, hotter heatwaves, and itโ€™s becoming increasingly clear that air conditioning is no longer considered a luxuryโ€”itโ€™s becoming an essential part of creating a comfortable home.

๐™Ž๐™ค ๐™๐™š๐™ง๐™šโ€™๐™จ ๐™ค๐™ช๐™ง ๐™–๐™™๐™ซ๐™ž๐™˜๐™šโ€ฆ

Donโ€™t wait until the next heatwave.

Once the current rush settles down, autumn is actually one of the best times to have air conditioning installed.

๐—ช๐—›๐—ฌ?

โœ… Better availability of systems

โœ… More flexible installation dates

โœ… Your home will be ready before next summer arrives

And donโ€™t forgetโ€ฆ

Modern air conditioning systems donโ€™t just cool your homeโ€”theyโ€™re incredibly efficient heaters too.

That means if you have your system installed this autumn, youโ€™ll be able to enjoy comfortable, energy-efficient heating throughout the winter, as well as keeping perfectly cool next summer.

๐—ช๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—ฎ๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—ฑ ๐—ผ๐—ณ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ฒ๐˜‚๐—ฒ?

Weโ€™re now creating a Priority Contact List for homeowners whoโ€™d like us to get in touch once stock availability returns to normal.

๐—ฆ๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—น๐˜† ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ฅ๐—˜๐—”๐——๐—ฌ ๐—ฏ๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ผ๐˜„ ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐˜‚๐˜€ ๐—ฎ ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€๐—ฎ๐—ด๐—ฒ, ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ฑ ๐˜„๐—ฒโ€™๐—น๐—น ๐—ฐ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐˜„๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐˜๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ถ๐˜€ ๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ด๐—ต๐˜ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ฒ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ฒ๐—ฒ ๐—พ๐˜‚๐—ผ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป.

Letโ€™s make sure youโ€™re ready before the next heatwaveโ€”not during it. โ˜€๏ธโ„๏ธ

Welcome to the July issue of Look Local Magazine.July brings with it the feeling that summer has truly arrived. Gardens ...
08/07/2026

Welcome to the July issue of Look Local Magazine.

July brings with it the feeling that summer has truly arrived. Gardens are overflowing, the evenings seem to stretch on forever, and as schools break up later this month, families begin looking for ways to fill those long summer days without always travelling too far from home.

Fortunately, there is plenty happening locally. Princes Risborough Festival Week runs from 4thโ€“11th July, culminating in its lively Street Festival, with entertainment, community stalls, music and activities for all ages. Closer to home, Chinnorโ€™s next
Repair Cafรฉ takes place at St Andrewโ€™s Church on Saturday 11th July, giving residents the chance to bring along household items in need of a new lease of life.

Families can also enjoy regular Story Time sessions at Chinnor Library, with a special Lego Saturday on 18th July - a lovely, low-cost way to begin the school holidays. That evening, Chinnor Village Hall welcomes The Sophie Holder Band for local music lovers.

For children eager to stay active, summer camps begin locally from 20th July. Elite Camps Thame offers holiday activities for children aged four to thirteen, while Chinnor Rugby Club is hosting multi-activity days featuring sport, outdoor games, crafts and adventurous challenges. South Oxfordshire District Council also offers a range of free and affordable holiday activities across the area, so it is worth checking what is available before the holidays begin.

Inside this monthโ€™s magazine, our regular Over the Garden Gate feature returns with more seasonal reflections and practical inspiration. We also look at the importance of checking and protecting your skin during the summer months with advice from 222 Healthcare, while our Utility Warehouse feature explores whether bringing essential household services together could make bills simpler to manage.

And, of course, donโ€™t forget to enter our regular competition for the chance to WIN TICKETS to Thame Players Theatre on page 17.

However you spend July exploring local events, enjoying family days out, pottering in the garden or simply slowing down in the sunshine - I hope this issue helps you make the most of summer close to home.

Until next month, enjoy reading and remember to support local.

Read Online Here:https://look-localmagazine.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Jul26_Issue164_28pg_Online.pdf

๐—–๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—›๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—•๐—ถ๐—น๐—น๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ?From 1st July 2026, Ofgemโ€™s energy price cap will rise by 13%...
24/06/2026

๐—–๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—›๐—ผ๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ฒ๐—ต๐—ผ๐—น๐—ฑ ๐—•๐—ถ๐—น๐—น๐˜€ ๐—ง๐—ผ๐—ด๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ๐—ฟ ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—ฆ๐—ฎ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ?

From 1st July 2026, Ofgemโ€™s energy price cap will rise by 13% for a typical household paying by Direct Debit, taking the illustrative annual figure to ยฃ1,862. With household budgets once again under pressure, many homeowners may be looking more closely at how their essential services are organised and where savings could be made.

Find out more visit https://uw.co.uk/ref/connector/CN-CLW7, fill out the form and a UW Partner will contact you to guide you through the process and help you start saving.

Read full article: https://look-localmagazine.co.uk/could-bringing-your-household-bills-together-help-you-save/

Hello Readers,Welcome to the June issue of Look Local Magazine.June always feels like one of the most generous months of...
29/05/2026

Hello Readers,

Welcome to the June issue of Look Local Magazine.

June always feels like one of the most generous months of the year. The evenings stretch out, gardens are at their fullest, and our villages begin to hum with summer events, outdoor gatherings and community spirit. After the slower months of winter and early spring, itโ€™s lovely to see local life spilling outside again - into village halls, playing fields, gardens, markets and music events.

This monthโ€™s issue celebrates that sense of activity and connection. Our regular Over the Garden Gate feature returns with a beautifully honest reflection on June in the garden - from sweet peas and early harvests to wildflower meadows that have developed a mind of their own. As always, it reminds us that gardens are never truly finished; they grow, change and evolve alongside us.

Thereโ€™s plenty happening locally too. Chinnor and Thame Friends of the Earth are hosting their Green Living Fayre at Chinnor Village Hall on Sunday 7th June, with sustainable living displays, a bike and scooter exchange, childrenโ€™s activities, live music and refreshments.

For festival lovers, Electric Hills returns to Aston Rowant Cricket Club on Saturday 20th June, bringing live music, local food and a lively summer atmosphere to the Chilterns. That same weekend, Thame Pride takes place in the town centre, followed by the ever-popular Thame Duck Race on Sunday 21st June.

Although Thame Carnival is taking a break this year, June still offers lots to enjoy in and around the town. Later in the month, Thame 10K and the colourful family-friendly Thame Colour Run take place on Sunday 28th June, while Chalgroveโ€™s Party in the Park promises live bands and a relaxed community day on Saturday 27th June.

However you spend June - gardening, walking, dancing, browsing stalls, entering a local race or simply enjoying the sunshine - I hope this issue helps you feel connected to all thatโ€™s happening around us.

Until next month, enjoy reading and remember to support local.

Love Emma

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๐ŸŽ‰ FAMILY FUN DAY โ€“ WITH MUSIC IN THE PARK! ๐ŸŽถJoin us for a fantastic afternoon of fun, music, food and community spirit a...
21/05/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ FAMILY FUN DAY โ€“ WITH MUSIC IN THE PARK! ๐ŸŽถ

Join us for a fantastic afternoon of fun, music, food and community spirit at Chinnor Community Pavilion !

๐Ÿ“… Sunday 24th May
โฐ 2PM โ€“ 8PM
๐Ÿ“ Chinnor Community Pavilion

Bring your family, friends, neighbours โ€” everyone is welcome for a day packed with entertainment and activities:

๐ŸŽต Music in the park
๐Ÿ” Delicious BBQ
๐Ÿน Fully stocked bar
โšพ Rounders match
๐ŸŽˆ Kidsโ€™ activities & family fun

Whether you want to relax with great music, enjoy tasty food, or let the kids burn off some energy, thereโ€™s something for everyone!

โœจ Good Music โ€ข Great Food โ€ข Happy Families โœจ

๐Ÿ‘‰ Save the date, spread the word, and come along for a brilliant community day out!

๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐˜† ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฎ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†! โ˜•๐ŸƒWhether youโ€™re loyal to a classic English Breakfast or love discovering something a littl...
21/05/2026

๐—›๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐˜† ๐—œ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—น ๐—ง๐—ฒ๐—ฎ ๐——๐—ฎ๐˜†! โ˜•๐Ÿƒ

Whether youโ€™re loyal to a classic English Breakfast or love discovering something a little different, today is the perfect excuse to put the kettle on and enjoy a proper brew.

In our latest feature, we shine a spotlight on adagioteas ๏ฟผ and explore some tantalising alternative cuppas that could transform your tea break into something truly special. From calming herbal infusions to bold and fragrant blends, thereโ€™s a tea for every mood.

Read the full article here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://look-localmagazine.co.uk/fancy-a-brew-adagio-teas-select-some-tantalising-alternative-cuppas-for-international-tea-day/

๐Ÿฆ๐—˜๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ข๐˜‚๐˜๐—ฑ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—š๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฒโ€ฆ๐ŸฅฉAs the days grow longer and gardens come back to life, May marks the perfect moment ...
13/05/2026

๐Ÿฆ๐—˜๐—น๐—ฒ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ฒ ๐—ฌ๐—ผ๐˜‚๐—ฟ ๐—ข๐˜‚๐˜๐—ฑ๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ธ๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—š๐—ฎ๐—บ๐—ฒโ€ฆ๐Ÿฅฉ

As the days grow longer and gardens come back to life, May marks the perfect moment to embrace outdoor living. And for many homeowners, that means one thing โ€“ firing up the BBQ. But todayโ€™s outdoor cooking is about so much more than burgers and sausages. Itโ€™s about creating an experience, bringing people together, and making the most of your space.

Cool Heat Solution introduce the Kamado BBQ and all its benefits!

Read full article here: https://look-localmagazine.co.uk/elevate-your-outdoor-cooking-game/

Hello Readers,May is a wonderful month in our villages. The countryside is in full bloom, hedgerows are alive with colou...
29/04/2026

Hello Readers,

May is a wonderful month in our villages. The countryside is in full bloom, hedgerows are alive with colour, and thereโ€™s a real sense of energy in the air as we move towards the early days of summer. Itโ€™s the time of year when gardens begin to flourish, outdoor spaces come into their own, and weโ€™re all encouraged to spend a little more time outside.

This monthโ€™s issue reflects just that. Our regular Over the Garden Gate feature captures the reality of May in the garden - where the pace quickens, plans evolve, and thereโ€™s both joy and a touch of overwhelm as everything springs into life. Alongside this, Cool Heat Solution explores how to elevate your outdoor living with the ever-popular Kamado BBQ range - perfect for those long, relaxed evenings spent entertaining family and friends.

Health is also front of mind at this time of year. With hayfever season fast approaching, 222 Healthcare shares practical advice on managing symptoms and staying well as pollen levels begin to rise - a must-read for many of us as we head into the warmer months.

Thereโ€™s plenty happening locally too. Music in the Park returns to Thame, bringing live music and a fantastic community atmosphere, while traditional events such as Chalgroveโ€™s May Day celebrations offer a lovely nod to village life and seasonal traditions. As we approach May Half Term, there are also countless family-friendly activities across Oxfordshire, from outdoor adventures and wildlife parks to hands-on farm experiences - perfect for making the most of the longer days.

Weโ€™re also delighted to bring you not one, but TWO COMPETITIONS this month. Alongside our regular chance to win tickets to Thame Players Theatre, weโ€™re offering readers the opportunity to win tickets to Electric Hills Festival, taking place in nearby Aston Rowant on 20th June - a fantastic local event thatโ€™s grown into a real highlight of the summer calendar.

May is a time to get outside, reconnect with nature and enjoy everything our local area has to offer. Whether itโ€™s pottering in the garden, planning a day out, or simply enjoying a quiet moment in the sunshine, we hope this issue provides plenty of inspiration.

As always, thank you for supporting local..

Love Emma

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