Mayor Unveils “Horris” the Morris Minor Van
Henley Mayor Tom Buckley presented “Horris” as the winning name for Hofmann’s newly restored Morris Minor van. The independent garage on Newtown Road purchased the vehicle to promote its business and, in September, launched a public contest to name it.
Community Updates
- Location: The house is located on Wexham Street.
- Centrica: The company is relocating from its Maidenhead Road site situated between Green View, Holyport Street, and Glenside, Holyport Road.
- Holyport Development: Plans have been submitted for a self-build home on central Holyport land, following three previously unsuccessful housing proposals.
Local Schools
- Furze Platt Infant School, Oaken Grove, Maidenhead SL6 6HQ — 3 classes: Dragonfly Class (Miss Midaoui, Mrs Lampton)
- Alwyn Infant & Nursery School, Mulberry Walk, Maidenhead SL6 5EU — 2 classes: Ash Class (Mrs McKeown, Mrs Clarke)
- Braywick Court School, Hibbert Road, Maidenhead SL6 1UU — 1 class: Maple Class (Mrs McNeaney, Mrs Reading)
- St Edmund Campion Catholic Primary School, Altwood Road, Maidenhead SL6 4PX — 2 classes: Otters Class (Ms Knapper, Mrs Tang, Miss Grant, Mrs Fretwell)
Community and Charitable Efforts
On Bray High Street, a creative remembrance display featuring knitted poppies decorates the postbox, complemented by another poppy arrangement in the nearby park on Bray Road, Bray.
Pinder Hall in Cookham has started a £50,000 fundraising campaign to finance urgent repairs, including roof restoration. The hall, located at 2 Lower Road, remains a key community venue.
Heritage and Local History
Photos from The Maidenhead Advertiser 150th Anniversary book “Days Gone By” are now available for purchase.
“Horris” was chosen to represent both the spirit of the town and the heritage of the Morris Minor brand.
Author Summary
The Henley community celebrates tradition and local spirit through creative events, school achievements, and efforts to preserve historic landmarks.
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