100 Club Winners
January 2012
£40 85 Mrs Peppiatt
£20 69 Mr & Mrs Hemsley
£15 193 Mr & Mrs Kimber
£10 163 Mr & Mrs Heath |
November 2011 Draw
£40 44 Mrs l White
£20 55 Mr I Ockwell
£15 120 Mr Des Palmer
£10 118 Mr & Mrs Steadman |
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Christmas draw 2011
Losers draw
£20 140 Mr & Mrs Wood
£10 135 Mr Alan Wilson
Main Draw
£50 112 Mr & Mrs Hamilton
£40 134 Mr & Mrs Walters
£30 149 Mr & Mrs Agnew
£20 39 Mrs Barrington
£10 35 Mrs Munday
£10 9 Mr Randall
£10 10 Mr & Mrs Mumford |
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Village News
VILLAGE NEWS - FEBRUARY 2012 by Anthony Hughes
We are looking for a new correspondent to the Gazette & Herald. If you are interested please contact Anthony Hughes (720966).
Christian Malford Village Website. Visit the village website for details of village events, clubs and societies. There is a notice board and a list of useful telephone numbers and local services. To include your event within the village diary send your item to email: parishclerk@christianmalford.org.uk
From the Archives
'Extracts from the February 1915 Christian Malford Parish Magazine'
The Rev TJ Weight writes: Our Parochial Roll of Honour has gained another name since last month, William Freegard having joined the Wiltshire Regiment.
With a deep feeling of honour and sympathy, we record the first loss which our brave men at the front have suffered. Private Albert Reginald Haines, C Company, 1st Royal Berks, is reported by the War Office to have died of pneumonia, at Boulogne, in the north of France, on the 9th of November. His parents, who live in one of the Ridgeway Cottages, are newcomers, and their son’s name was not in our Roll of Honour, but he had already served for seven years, and was called up with the Reserves at the beginning of the war.
The Archdeacon of North Wilts has very kindly promised to visit the School on Monday, February 15th and to distribute the prizes and certificates awarded to the children whose names follow:- Class 1: 1st, Benjamin Vick; 2nd, Florence Sargeant. Class II: 1st, Arthur Grainger; 2nd, Lilian Hillier. Class III: 1st, Winifred Gingell; 2nd, Joseph Powell.
Regular Attendance Certificates:- Highest possible, 410. Olive Gingell, 410, an unbroken record; William Hillier, 409; Alice Grimshaw and Henry Uzzell, 406; Morris Martin and Winifred Gingell, 405; Maggie Martin and Frederick Hillier, 404; Benjamin Vick and Joseph Powell, 403; Arthur Grainger and George Martin, 401; Hannah Uzzell, 400; Annie Powell, 399; Herbert Bridgeman, 398; Walter Hillier and Gilbert Gingell, 397; Minnie Martin, 396.
The children will sing their patriotic school songs during the evening, and the managers hope to have the pleasure of the company of their parents and friends at half-past six o’clock.
The Rector and Miss Weight had great pleasure in welcoming the children of the Sunday School and some parents and teachers at the Rectory on January 6th, the Festival of the Epiphany, for tea, and various recreations and amusements and the distribution of Sunday School prizes and gifts. The Rector very heartily congratulated the children on the regularity of their attendance during the past year. Those who stood highest for afternoon attendances alone were, in order:- Alice Grimshaw, Benjamin Vick, Edith Hillier, Arthur Gingell, Frederick Hillier, Arthur Grainger, Walter Hillier, Annie Powell, Evelyn Powell, William Hillier, Kathleen Hillier, Roland Hillier, Gilbert Gingell, Lilian Hillier, Dorothea Howell, Walter Ferris, Joseph Powell, Richmond Hillier, Winnie Gingell, Maud Hillier, Olive Gingell, Matilda Bryant.
For morning and afternoon attendance, the names in order, are:- Boys – William Hillier, George Martin, Arthur Grainger, Roland Hillier, Morris Martin, Benjamin Vick, Joseph Powell, Arthur Gingell, Walter Hillier. Girls:- Alice Grimshaw, Kathleen Hillier, Olive Gingell, Winnie Gingell, Violet Humphries, Matilda Bryant, Phyllis Dobson, Lilian Hillier.
Editor’s note. This extract relates to Christian Malford but is of general interest. Many of the family names continue within the village to this day despite the article being from a magazine from almost 100 years ago.
Mobile Libraries
This note from Ellen Blacker, The Good Neighbour Co-ordinator for Christian Malford, is of relevance to everyone.
Do you love reading? The Mobile Library service has been running in Wiltshire for many years and is appreciated by all who use it and its importance as a meeting place for neighbours is recognised too. From children’s picture books to large print, audiobooks to DVDs, there is something there for everyone and if it isn’t in stock at this visit, they will bring it next visit. It was, therefore, with concern that I heard that there is to be a review of the service as “reviews” often mean “cutbacks”, particularly in our current financial climate! However, Wiltshire Council recognise the importance of the service and have protected the funding for it. The review is to maximise the usage of the mobile service and ensure that it is being delivered to those areas with most need. They will therefore be looking at the usage in the areas currently covered. For current stopping points they need at least 4 regular users to make the stop worthwhile. Also, if there are other locations where a library stop would be beneficial and could fulfil the ‘4 regular user criteria’ then the Council would like to know, so either contact Wiltshire Council or call me and I will happily forward your thoughts. Of course, for those who are unable to access the Mobile Library, there is a Home Library service which operates throughout the County – call me for more details.
Using the Mobile Library is free and simple. If you have a library card which has been issued by any of the Wiltshire Libraries, it can be used on the Mobile Libraries. If you don’t have a Library card, take a form of identity showing your name and address to the Mobile and they will sign you up. Books borrowed can be renewed by phone (0844 4142270 automated 24 hour service) or by visiting www.wiltshire.gov.uk/libraries (you will first need to get a PIN from your library). All enquiries about mobile libraries can be answered by Rebecca Bolton on 01225 713706.
The Mobile Library visits Christian Malford and Sutton Benger fortnightly on Thursdays. The next dates are: February 2nd and 16th and March 1st, 15th and 29th.
Christian Malford News
The Luncheon Club. This much appreciated and welcoming club will meet on the 14th and 28th February at 12.30pm in the village hall. Contact Ann Hines on 720573.
Village Hall. A huge “Thank you” to John Lewis Home in Swindon for kindly donating Christmas decorations for the village hall. As a village we are extremely grateful for this kind and generous support from John Lewis.
Easter Lilies. If you would like to purchase a lily, in memory of a loved one, for the Church at Easter, these will be available at a cost of £2 per stem. A box for requests and payment will be held at the village shop from 20th February to 20th March, or your order may be given to Pam Carter at 5 The Nurseries.”
PROBUS. On 5th January , the club enjoyed an interesting talk by John Clark on Underwater Treasure Hunting/Metal Detecting'. He passed many samples round and there were a lot of questions. This was followed by another excellent lunch put on by the staff at the Rising Sun.
The next meeting of the club will take place at the Rising Sun on Thursday, 2nd February starting with coffee from 11 am. The meeting will start promptly at 11:30 am to cover any business; this will be followed by a talk by Nickolas McCanley on 'Secret Underground Cities'. Lunch will be served at 1 pm.
There are still a few vacancies and should you wish to join our friendly band or would like to find out more about our PROBUS Club please contact a Committee Member: Nigel Fairley (721278), David Meyrick (720562), Steve Purkiss (720077) or David Mortimer (721716). Applicants from neighbouring villages most welcome!'
Women’s Institute. The WI next meets on Thursday, 16th February at 7.30pm in the village hall. The speaker will be Richard Grundy , the title of his talk being, “Tristan Da Cunha revisited”. New members are always welcome, contact Gillian Hinton on 720457.
Mobile library: The Mobile Library van visits the village on alternate Thursdays. The library offers story tapes, CDs and videos as well as books for adults and children. The van has wheelchair access and users can reserve items not on the van. The next visits will be on 2nd and 16th February, stopping outside the village hall.
Table Tennis Club. The club will meet on the 2nd and 9th February at 7.30 at the Village Hall. For further information please contact Vilma Chapman on 720502. New members are very welcome.
Junior table tennis. If there are any youngsters aged between 10-16 who would like to play table tennis on a Thursday (between 6-7pm) please contact Kevin at the village shop.
The Friends of the Church. New members are always welcome. You need not be a churchgoer, an interest in helping to maintain this historic village building is all that is required. Contact Anthony Hughes on 720966.
PARISH COUNCIL NEWS
Village Hall Advisory Committee to the Parish Council An advisory committee is being set up as a Parish Council Advisory Committee (which does not have executive powers but may give advice to the Parish Council). It’s purpose is to discuss and report back to the Parish Council on the future options for the village hall. It’s members are to be councillors and non-councillors and will comprise;- Parish Council members Allan Glass, Joanne Fawcett and David Mortimer; Village Hall Committee members Phil Hines and Paul Blower; residents David Gales and Gavin Calthrop.
The Parish Council did not meet in January. The next scheduled meeting of the Parish Council will be on 7th February in the village hall starting at 7.30pm.
Acorns News. The children have settled back in after the Christmas break and are going to spend the next few weeks learning about animals. The indoor play house has been converted into a Vet’s where the children can treat their poorly pets. They will also be learning about Noah’s Ark and will be creating a display around that theme.
A number of the children have taken the opportunity to try our cooked lunches, prepared for us by Christian Malford Primary School. These have proved popular and we have received some positive feedback.
In March we are launching a monthly draw where participants have the chance to win cash prizes – and all the profits go directly to Acorns Pre-School.
For a monthly subscription of £1 (12 months paid in advance) entrants can “sponsor” something that we find in our “Wilderness Garden”. Each month all the sponsored items are entered into a draw, with 50% of the subscriptions for that month given away in prizes.
The subscription year runs from March to February and any number of “Wilderness Garden” items can be sponsored. Friends and family from outside the school and Acorns are very welcome to take part.
If you would like to participate please either come to Acorns with your subscription money and choose a “Wilderness Garden” item from the list or call Claire Kennedy on 01249 890003 or email clairelkennedy@btinternet.com.
Also in March, we are planning to hold a table top sale. This will take place on Saturday, 10 March from 10am to 1pm (set up from 9am) in Christian Malford Village Hall. Start your Spring cleaning early - declutter and make some money too! A table costs £5, with all profits going to Acorns. Tea, coffee and bacon rolls will also be available to purchase. For further information, and to book a table, please contact Sarah Gingell on 01249 740239.
The money raised by events such as these is very important to Acorns Pre-School – it enables us to continue to invest in the Early Years Education for the children of our community. Your continued support is most appreciated.
From April 2012, we will start taking 2 year olds
New this year at Acorns Pre-school:
Optional hot home cooked meals using local produce
Forest School style learning on Wilderness Wednesday
Children can join us from two years old
To come and see for yourself please call Paula Jenkins on 07816 280810 or email acornspreschool.2009@googlemail.com.
Coming soon - French for pre-schoolers
A unique opportunity for children to begin to learn French when they are
most receptive, less inhibited and able to learn quickly.
Sessions contain songs, rhymes, stories, games, and lots more.
A FREE taster session will be run on Friday 10th February at 2.30pm
at The Pratten, Christian Malford School for all children aged between 3 and 5 years.
The course will run every Friday from 24th February at 2 pm at The Pratten.
The cost is £3.50 per half hour session, paid termly in advance.
The sessions will be run by Lesley Thomas who is a qualified French teacher.
The learning programme used is by La Jolie Ronde which was established in 1983.
The course is used all over the UK and abroad by children in nurseries and primary schools.
Places are limited so early booking recommended. To book your child’s place at the FREE taster session and for more information call Anna on 01249 892126
Community First have just secured funding for the attached project.
A Winter’s Journey— Stay Warm, Stay Healthy with Wiltshire Good Neighbours
A Winter’s Journey is a new service from the Wiltshire Good Neighbour Scheme that is designed to help you to keep your home comfortably warm during in the colder winter months. Your local Good Neighbour Co-ordinator will work with you over the coming weeks to support you to stay warm and healthy during this difficult time of year.
The Journey starts with a quick look at how you might pay & save money on your energy bills including giving you plenty of energy saving tips for around the house.
Regular visits from your co-ordinator will ensure you have the security & support you need to stay healthy & warm. This on-going support can range from something as simple as picking up shopping during a particularly icy period to something as complex as arranging transport a medical appointment after a heavy snowfall. Your local Good Neighbour Co-ordinator is here to help you through it all.
For further information or to sign up for ‘A Winter’s Journey’ please contact your local Good Neighbour Co-ordinator, Ellen Blacker, on 07743 730796
Email: gncarea03@communityfirst.org.uk or call the Wiltshire Good Neighbours Team on 01380 732828
Christian Malford Village Hall
A letter from Phil Hines
Dear All
Firstly I would like to thank all that have been involved in the running, fundraising and maintenance of the village hall during 2011 and the many hours, or days in some cases, that you have given to the hall, there are far too many of you to mention but you all know who you are. Special thanks to all that use the hall, especially the regular users and we look forward to your continued support during 2012, and finally to all the 100 Club members and those involved in collecting and organising the fantastic 100 Club Christmas Dinner, your support is crucial to help with the running costs of the hall – Thank you
Rebuild Update
The Committee are producing a schedule of events that will take place prior to any firm decision taking place as to the location of a future village hall as there seems to be some misunderstanding of the exact process the village hall committee has proposed to undertake. A bullet point version will be will be published shortly but please feel free to read past explanations that are on the village website under the village hall rebuild section. We shall endeavour to keep this updated regularly.
The ballot result from last year was that the preferred option from those that voted was the recreation ground. The ballot was always designed to assist the village hall rebuild committee to see where to target their efforts to investigate the feasibility of the chosen site. It was not a vote to confirm a site of a new hall. A further village vote has always been planned before any full planning was applied for.
With regard to planning and feasibility, the rebuild committee shall be re-submitting the outline planning application for the recreation ground. This is purely to get a definitive answer/comment from the Highways Dept with regard to the vehicular access to the recreation ground. It does not by any means signify that the rebuild will take place at the recreation ground. The design, layout and position of the building are purely for planning purposes and again by no means a confirmation of this. Without this application being processed we cannot further this stage of the process.
The committee have received a summary of the questions and issues that have been raised with the Parish Council with regard to the current site and recreation ground. Further information is being compiled from all the past research the committee has undertaken and again will shortly be published.
The village hall rebuild committee have invited the Parish Council to form a sub-committee to liaise over matters relating to the recreation ground including the feasibility for improving the entrance of the recreation ground, matters of law and the proposed improvements to equipment and additional facilities already planned by them for the recreation ground.
Regards,
Phil Hines
The Dauntsey Vale Link Scheme. The Scheme continues to provide a much appreciated ‘Good Neighbour Service’ to those who are in need either because they are elderly, lonely, disabled, single parents or perhaps temporarily in need because of illness. The service is available to villagers from Brinkworth, Christian Malford, Dauntsey and Foxham. The service operates through a Co-ordinator via the Link telephone line on which requests for help can be made. The line is open from 10am to 6pm on weekdays and on answerphone at all other times.
Payment - There is no charge but the Link Scheme appreciates any donations, which you can afford, to help cover the expense of running the scheme. Notice - Please give a minimum of 48hrs notice of a request for assistance in order that the Co-ordinator can identify a suitable volunteer. If you need help please ring the Co-ordinator on 01249 891746. If you are interested in being a volunteer please ring Nigel or Clair Fairley (01249 721278