Middleton Cheney
Middleton Cheney is the largest village in South Northamptonshire and is situated between Banbury and Brackley.
Local Amenities
The main local amenities in Middleton Cheney are the parish meeting rooms, the village library, situated on the main road, and the doctor's surgery, situated at 4 Horton Road. There is also a veterinary surgery, pharmacy, post office and supermarket. There are three pubs: The Red Lion, The Dolphin and The New Inn.
Churches
In the village there are three churches: Methodist church, All Saints church (C of E), and New Life community church (Baptist).
The Baptist Church (New Life Community Church) has served the village since the late 16th century, affiliating with the Union of Baptist Churches in 1740.
The Rev'd John R. Jeffs was inducted as the minister in September 2003. Rev'd Jeffs is a member of a family that has been part of Middleton Cheney life for hundreds of years; many of the Jeffs family still live in and around Middleton Cheney.
The Baptist Church in Middleton Cheney has undergone many changes through the years and is currently seen as a Church embracing modern styles of worship.With the use of Guitars, drums and electronic keyboard. Its cafe style layout allows for a freedom in worship for all ages with children and adults waving flags in a vibrant celebration of faith. Family friendly suitable for young children who are allowed the freedom to participate in worship, in anatural uninhibited way.
The Girls Brigade starting in September 2008 is part of the continuing provision for children aged 4 to 11.
Sport
Middleton Cheney has a village cricket club, tennis club, karate club and football club.
Middleton Cheney football club plays it's home matches at Astrop Road. There is a thriving junior section of the club with teams from U6 upwards playing in the Witney and District Youth Football League
The Under 8 squad for 2008/9 is Ben Ream, James Ream, Elliot Gunther, Ethan Champkins, Josh Wynne, Ryan McDonald, Lewis Dear, Lewis Wheeler, Charlie Page, Josh McKay, Barney Webb, Connor Gibbs, Connor Terry and Max. The coaching team is Simon Ream and Ryan Champkins.
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