New exploration rights could lead to fracking

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1 New exploration rights could lead to fracking The map showing the land (in green) for which oil and gas exploration rights are to be offered Land in the Witham Herald area has been included in the government s latest offering of rights to explore for inland oil and gas. These rights include the possibility of extraction by use of the controversial fracking process. Announced just before the Herald was due to go to press, this news could dramatically impact upon local communities. The rights to exploration in the areas known as SK86c and SK96, which includes Hykeham, Bassingham, Witham St Hughs and land Continued on page 4 Please support your local advertisers Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 1

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4 New exploration rights could lead to fracking (Continued from page 1) all the way eastwards to Waddington/ Bracebridge Heath, have been formally offered to Aberdeen Hydrocarbon Development. We put a series a questions to the company regarding their intentions in the area but as yet have received no response. We will report their eventual response in the next issue. The rights will allow the company to apply for planning permission to drill to determine if there are sufficient deposits that can be commercially extracted to warrant a further application for planning permission to start an extraction operation. Whilst the government and Lincolnshire County Council have been keen to stress that nothing may happen at all and fracking may not occur in our area, it cannot be ignored that only recently rules regarding planning applications for fracking were altered so that if county councils don t take a decision within 16 weeks the decision is transferred to the Energy Secretary. This has been widely regarded as an attempt by the government to ensure that, not only is the process speeded up, but that more positive results are achieved although I doubt any Department of Energy spokesperson would confirm that is the intention. These rights are probably controversial largely in that they open the door to the possibility of fracking to extract otherwise hard to get oil and/or gas deposits. The process involves pumping a combination of water, sand and chemicals into the well, under pressure, to move the deposit out of the hydraulic fractures in the shale rocks. It has been widely adopted in the USA where it has led to energy independence and a large fall in the costs of oil and gas. This has also contributed to the global oil price falls of the last year as the increased supply from the USA, added to an unwillingness upon the part of OPEC to cut production has led to a glut of oil on world markets and heavy price falls. a Shale gas or fracking rig Environmental campaigners oppose fracking though. In the USA there have been worries about water pollution and earth tremors associated with the process. As most of the extraction has taken place in very lightly populated areas opposition has been easily overridden though. It is doubtful that the same process would be accepted so easily in a densely populated country like the UK. Fracking exploration in Lancashire has already been accused of causing earth tremors in the Blackpool area (although this hasn t been proven, with both sides insisting they are right). Environmentalists also point to the fact that these licenses will lead to more oil and gas extraction and thus burning, whereas they would prefer more effort put into encouraging the development of commercially viable renewable energy generation. We will provide a further update in the next issue. Witham St Hughs Parish Council forced to consider closing MUGA court The Multi Use Games Area (MUGA) court in Witham St Hughs has become a focal point for anti social behaviour by some village youths. This has taken the form of intimidation of younger children and adults, two incidents of indecent exposure, injury to a young lady caused by a BB gun, vandalism to a CCTV camera, an increase in litter and anti-social behaviour. Vandalism and damage in the village as a whole is also an issue that may be linked to the group that are congregating at the MUGA court. Efforts so far have failed to educate the offenders or, at least, stop this behaviour occurring. This has forced the Parish Council to consider taking the extreme step of closing the area. The Parish Council have made it clear to the Herald that no decision has as yet been taken to close the MUGA court. Such a decision would no doubt be very hard to take given the considerable resources that went into its construction and the consequences of denying its use to all those people who have done no wrong. Parents, please make sure you know where your children are, who they are with and what they are doing. The youths who have carried out these offences all have parents who can make a difference to this situation before it escalates further. 4 Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers

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7 Witham Herald Contacts Please send articles and noticeboard items to: Ben Cann, The Editor, The Witham Herald, Unit 9, Blackthorn Way, Five Mile Business Park, Washingborough, Lincoln LN4 1BF. ADVERTISING Please phone Mike Vaughan on or Simon Harvey on to advertise in the Witham Herald or any of our Lincoln area community magazines. Distribution You should have received this magazine by 4th September. Next month s magazine should be with you no later than 4th October. If you do not receive your magazine on time please telephone to let us know. It really is important to us to ensure your magazine is delivered in good time. NB. Please allow extra time for delivery during periods of adverse weather. Designed & Printed by TUCANNlimited Unit 9, Blackthorn Way, Five Mile Business Park, Washingborough, Lincoln LN4 1BF Telephone sales@tucann.co.uk Publication details The copy date for advertising, letters and articles is the 12 th day of the month prior to publication. All combined (multiple magazine) advertising bookings must be finalised by the 5 th day of the month prior to publication. The Witham Herald is published on the first day of the month of issue. Articles should be no more than 400 words in length and sent to the Editor at the above addresses. Photographs are welcome. The publishers of this magazine rely on the contributors for the accuracy of the articles published. It is regretted that not all facts can be checked and if errors are made we are happy to consider printing corrections if those errors are brought to our attention. Advertisements are accepted on the understanding that our liability does not extend beyond re-printing any advertisement free of charge should any errors arise due entirely to a mistake on our part. The Witham Herald is not an agent for the advertisers, and is unable to vouch for any professional qualifications, charter marks, etc which may be displayed in adverts. The Herald advises readers to satisfy themselves as to the exact type of goods or services offered, or qualifications held. Bassingham Surgery News Flu Clinics We will be offering Flu vaccinations to eligible patients on Saturday 3 rd October and Saturday 10 th October. Both dates will be drop in clinics and we look forward to seeing you on either of these dates. Missed Appointments During July there were 58 appointments that were booked and then not attended. This is a total of 15.5 hours of appointment time that could have been offered to other patients, and is equivalent to 3.5 days worth of GP face to face consultations. Please remember to cancel an appointment if you no longer need it. There are always other patients requiring appointments. Thank you Bassingham Surgery Patient Reference Group Your opinion matters right down to the smallest of issues. From time to time the practice runs a mini survey to help maintain our high levels of customer service and patient provision. FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP LINCOLN IN THE COMMUNITY FOR THE COMMUNITY Sunday: 10:30 am Worship, Communion and The Word at the Memorial Hall, 317 Newark Road, North Hykeham, LN6 9RY Tuesday: 7:00 pm Schooling in the Bible Wednesday: Ladies Bible Study Thursday: 7:00 pm Prayer Meeting Friday: Men s Bible Study Phone/Fax Website: info.fcf@fcf-lincoln.com Charity Reg. No We would like as many of our registered patients as possible to help us with future surveys and ask that if you are willing to take part you contact the surgery to let us have your address as this is generally the way we would contact you to ask your opinion. However, if you do not have an address but would still like to be included when we are seeking the opinion of our registered patients please let us know and we may be able to make alternative arrangements. McMillan Coffee Morning The Coffee Morning is to take place on Friday 25 th September to help raise funds for this very worthy charity. All offers of help and donations will be gratefully received. Please contact us and let us know if you are able and willing to help in anyway. Forthcoming Training afternoons 2015/2016 Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday Public Holidays 2015/2016 Monday Friday Monday Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 7

8 AUBOURN & HADDINGTON PARISH COUNCIL Wheelie bin stickers! We appeal to those householders who have not yet put their 30/40 mph stickers onto their bins. The notices were purchased by the parish council to help combat speeding through our villages. If you don t wish to help in this way, please contact a member of the parish council who will call and collect them. The Parish Council are opening the clock tower in support of Lincs Heritage weekend 12th/13th September from 2-4pm. See separate notice. Faulty street lights or potholes please report to the clerk. The next meeting is on Monday 7th September at 7.30 in the Clock Tower. All residents are welcome to attend. Rachael Raraty clerk South Hykeham Parish Council The next meeting of South Hykeham Parish Council will be held on Wednesday 9th September 2015 at 7.00 pm in South Hykeham Village Hall. All residents welcome. Neighbourhood Plan Meetings with North Hykeham Town Council are ongoing in order to progress the adoption of a Neighbourhood Plan. South Hykeham Village Hall For all Village Hall bookings please contact Diane on Alternatively you can now make bookings and enquiries electronically via the following website: www. lincscommunitybuildings.org.uk. Once on the above website click on South Hykeham Village Hall and complete the details to make your enquiry/booking. If you run a group that meets regularly in South Hykeham Village Hall then please let the Parish Council Clerk know information about your club/group could be placed on our website and in this section of the magazine. Yoga Classes Yoga classes held in the Village Hall every Wednesday pm, Tel: for more information. Qualified and experienced teacher. St Michael s and All Angels Church Church Services: Holy Communion at am on 1 st and 3 rd Sunday of each month. Morning Service at am on 2 nd and 4 th Sunday of each month When there is a 5 th Sunday there will be a joint Service at am. For all three churches in the parish with a rotation of venues. There will be no other Services on that day. Baptisms and Weddings may be arranged At All Saints Vestry on Fridays from 6.00 pm 7.30 pm. Or by phoning the team administrator on the tax refund number ID: UK HMRC. Complete the tax return form by clicking on the link below: Thank you not to respond directly to this , your post would not be treated. Yours sincerely MR JACOB N WHITE If you receive such an please forward to Action Fraud via their website reporting facility. Police Contact details: The Police Office, 12 Chatsworth Drive, 9 am pm. Tel: CBM Jessica Goodall PCSO Sarah Lingard ,PCSO Jo Mackie Parish Council Vacancies There is currently 1 Parish Council vacancy. Anyone wishing to express an interest, Please send your details to southhykehampc@gmail.com or ring f you know of an event/group happening in South Hykeham please let the parish council Clerk know and we will try to get a mention in this section of the magazine. Information Parish Council Clerk: Carolyn Wilkinson, Tel: Chairman, Cllr Mrs Pam Whittaker (Tel: ), Vice-Chairman Mrs Debbie Locker (Tel: ) Councillors: Mr P Driffill (Tel; ), Mr D Rowson (Tel: ), Lucy Graham (Tel: ) Mr S Roe (Tel: ) North Kesteven District Council Mrs P Woodman, MBE, - telephone Mrs Sue Howe - telephone Be Aware -Scams We have been informed of the following, please be aware and do not respond or click on the link shown. Dear Applicant I am sending this to announce: after the last annual calculation of your fiscal activity we have determined that you are eligible to receive a tax refund. We have attached the tax return form with 8 Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers

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11 By the time you are reading this, BCC will have completed our Home games for this season and Phil will be starting his year end maintenance of the wicket in preparation for the new season 2016! (Yep it takes that much work and Phil s efforts are much appreciated by everyone involved in the Cricket Club). The team currently sit mid table and with one or two more wins we should be able to cement our position in Division 2. I will send a final update in next month s issue. The team would also like to add their appreciation to Julie O Dell for the excellent teas she has produced this year and judging by the waist lines of one or two players they have enjoyed them too much. Finally once again can the Club thank all Matchday / Matchball Sponsors for their continuing support of the club. 100 Club Winners for August as follows 1 st Jean Solven 2 nd P White Rob Beddow Vice Chairman Bassingham Cricket Club 1st Bassingham Brownies The Bassingham Brownie Unit have been competing to test their teamwork, athletic and sporting abilities in a Mini Olympics, organised by the young helpers in the unit together with local mum and sports leader, Marianne Henshaw. Unit prizes included medals and we celebrated with a BBQ kindly provided by Bassingham Spar. The Brownie Unit would like to say a big thank you to Marianne and also Hicksons at Bassingham Spar. Brownies re-starts in September 2015 for the Autumn Term we have lots of events and activities planned including a visit to Doddington Hall and a chance for Brownies to try out Netball. To find out more about joining Brownies and about Girl Guiding go to www. girlguiding.org.uk. To find out more about joining 1st Bassingham Brownies or about becoming a young leader with the unit you can contact the local unit leader Brown Owl, (Jackie Baker) on Brownies welcomes all to the Coffee Morning at Bassingham Church on Saturday 3 October 2015 from 10 am - 12 noon. Proceeds will be shared jointly between 1st Bassingham Brownies and Bassingham Church. All are welcome, please come along. You can also keep up to date with the latest news from our Facebook page please come and join us!! www. facebook.com/bassinghamcricketclub. Declan O bierne (Chairman) jd.opticians@virgin.net Nish Makwana (Captain) nishmakwana@ hotmail.com CARLTON-LE-MOORLAND AND DISTRICT ART GROUP The autumn programme commences on 13th September with an acrylic workshop lead by Mo Teeuw. There are a few places still available but need to be pre booked. The next open demonstration will be in October, as will the Club s Annual Exhibition, which is planned to take place Saturday 10th October and Sunday 11th October. The Club s Thursday Painting Mornings continue to be held in the Carlton-le-Moorland Village Hall between 10.00a.m. and 1.00p.m. with members meeting up informally to paint and draw. Full details of all club activities, dates etc. are available on the Club Web site www. carltonlemoorlandartgroup@blogspot. co.uk or by ringing David Raines on LINCOLNSHIRE SOUTH FEDERATION OF WI We will be celebrating ONE HUNDRED YEARS of THE WI at North Kesteven District Council Chambers, Sleaford, NG34 7EF on SATURDAY 19TH SEP- TEMBER 2015 from 10 am to 5 pm with an all-day EXHIBITION OF WI MEM- BERS SKILLS AND TALENTS. On display will be CRAFTS from the Past and the Present, FLORAL DISPLAYS, SKILLS WORKSHOP for invited local children, entertainment by our WI CHOIR, a special Centenary RAFFLE and a chance to sit and enjoy a nice cup of TEA AND HOMEMADE CAKE in a beautiful building. EVERYONE WELCOME ENQUIRIES to Sleaford WI Office There will be a small entry fee Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 11

12 HICKSONS: MEATING DEMAND FOR PIES Local family business Hicksons was first establuished in 1923 when Leonard Hickson bought the butchers shop in Lincoln he had been working in for 20 years. His sons Derek, Tony and Mick joined the family business and it expanded with a shop in Heighington and a farm in Bassingham. In 1998, Derek and his sons Robert and Richard bought the old Co-op store on the High Street in Bassingham and converted it into a Spar shop and butcher. Today the Bassingham shop has three generations of Hicksons working in the family-run business under the joint management of Robert and Richard Hickson. The Bassingham shop has recently undergone a partial refurbishment and two new large display cabinets installed. One cabinet is filled with cooked meats, awardwinning pies, cheeses and deli products. The other hosts an array of fresh meat, from traditional joints of beef, lamb and pork to steaks, a barbeque selection and stir-fries with exotic names such as Greek Passion, Argentina Fire and Indian Mystery. The Spar shop has a full range of convenience products, including hot and cold food and drinks. They have recently introduced their own range of ready meals. Hicksons of Bassingham also provide event catering for your function. Whether it s a wedding or fete, Hicksons can help to make the event a memorable Award-winning team: (l to r) Robert Hickson, Alex Atkin, Richard Hickson one with their Hog Roast, which can be hired as a DIY option or fully serviced by professional staff (beef & lamb can also be provided). Hicksons make all their own pork pies and speciality pies, which are hand-crafted and baked on the premises. If you re looking for an original and interesting alternative to the tradional buffet or wedding meal, Hicksons can supply a wedding cake made from their delicious range of pies. For special occasions, they can provide pies complete with inscriptions baked on top. In the last two years Hicksons Pies, meats and sausages have won many awards including at Gold level at the Lincolnshire Poacher Competition and the BPEX Butchers Regional Roadshow. 12 Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers

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18 If your child is due to start secondary school in September 2016 or 2017 we invite you to attend our NEW Open Evening Wednesday 16th September pm pm with presentations at 6.15pm and 6.45pm Open Mornings Monday 14th, Tuesday 15th & Wednesday 16th September am 11.15am This is a GOOD school 2015 Students make good progress and achieve well A S P I R E to a brighter future... enquiries@swracademy.org Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers

19 Terry! Children s Theatre O Toole! Puss in Boots! Theatre! The Discover the magic of live theatre! Sat. 17th October 3.00pm! Moor Lane! North Hykeham! LN6 9AX!!! BOX OFFICE:! !! FREE Parking!! Guide / Assistance Dogs Welcome!! Disabled Parking!! Infra Red Induction Loop!! Complimentary Babes in Arms tickets available for Under 2s! Lyngo Theatre! Starring children s presenter, Patrick Lynch from CBeebies!! Age Guide: 4 years+! Tickets: 6.00! Family [4]: 20.00! Thurs. 12th November 7.30pm! Fen Boy! Strangeface Theatre! Fen Boy pops up like a potato! Where has he come from and what will he do next?! Age Guide: 6 years+! Tickets: 5.00 ~ 10.00! Family [4]: 25.00! Sat. 21st November 3.00pm! Bear & Butterfly! Theatre Hullaballo &! Theatre by the Lake! A heartwarming tale of friendship! Age Guide: 4 years+! Tickets: 6.00! Family [4]: Saturday 12th December! 12noon and 3.00pm! I ve Seen Santa!! Blunderbus Theatre! A delightful Christmas treat for the young and young-at-heart!! Age Guide: 3 years+! Tickets: 7.50! Family [4]: Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 19

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21 Hykeham Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team Please find attached the crime figures for the last month, the figures only cover the period to 30/07/15. Brant Broughton Theft of chickens Theft of cattle Thurlby Production of cannabis Attempt break into outbuildings locks forced Witham St Hughs Theft of Bowmag road roller from construction Theft from workshop area at Game engineering Ltd Theft of dumper and road roller Break into shed nothing taken Bassingham Theft of hot water tank from driveway Theft of money from donation tin inside church Attempt burglary damage caused to secure unit Stapleford Theft of lead flashing from bay window Beckingham Attempt break into garage nothing taken North Scarle Theft of chocolate from village hall Skellingthorpe Attempt burglary window removed, no entry gained Burglary door forced jewellery and cash stolen Break into building site nothing taken Swinderby Theft of batteries from building site Attempt theft of chickens Theft of CCTV cameras Eagle Damage to portacabins on playing field PS 565 Ken Whyte Community Beat Sergeant North Hykeham Police Station Telephone: (01522) WITHAM ST HUGHS VILLAGE HALL Bar Night s every Friday at Witham St Hughs Village Hall from 19:30. Themed Bar Night s 1st Friday of the month 4th September Pub Quiz! Why not join us with some friends for a good night. 3rd October Bingo! Legs eleven! 30th October Halloween Party, Incorporated with bar night. Come along in fancy dress fright night! The committee are always looking for volunteers, if you would like to help and be a member then please mail us at wsh.vhec@gmail.com. Any assistance no matter how much is always appreciated. DECLUTTERING SERVICE Let me assist you to reclaim your space and create a clearer, calmer and organised environment Call Anne for a free consultation T: E: admin@reclaimyourhome.co.uk Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 21

22 Withamside United Parish SERVICES FOR SEPTEMBER September 6 TH Trinity am Holy Communion Norton Disney 10:30am Holy Communion Bassingham 10.30am Sunday Club school age children Bassingham 10.30am Morning Prayer Aubourn September 13 th Trinity am Holy Communion Thurlby 10.30am All Together for Communion Bassingham 6.00pm Evening Prayer Carlton le Moorland September 20 TH Trinity am Holy Communion Aubourn 10.30am Holy Communion Bassingham 10.30am Sunday Club school age children Bassingham 6.00pm Evening Prayer Norton Disney September 27 th Trinity am Holy Communion Carlton le Moorland 10.30am Morning Prayer Bassingham 4:00pm Tea Time Church Bassingham Buggy Service for pre-school children and their carers is held in Bassingham Church on alternate Wednesday s from 10am. This month they will be on the 9th & 23rd Tea Time Church for families with school-age children usually meets on the fourth Sunday of the month for activities, worship and tea together. The September event will be a celebration of Baptism and along with welcoming those who have been baptised (and their families) recently we welcome all families who wish to come along and join in the celebration. Mid Week Holy Communion is celebrated every Thursday at 9.30am at Bassingham. and at Carlton le Moorland on Tuesday 1st at 9.30am Harvest Festivals The Harvest Season is upon us and we have the following services in the United Parish Aubourn Sunday 6th September a.m. Morning Prayer Bassingham Harvest Festival Sunday 11th October a.m. Carlton Harvest Festival Sunday 11th October 6-00 p.m. Norton Disney Harvest Festival Sunday 20th September 6-00 p.m. Stapleford Harvest Festival Sunday 27th September a.m. Thurlby Harvest Festival Sunday 11th October 9-00 a.m. Bassingham Church Choir are looking for new members to join. We sing within the weekly Sunday services offered at Bassingham Church as well as occasionally at the other churches in the parish for services and weddings. We are a friendly welcoming choir. If you are interested in joining please phone for details. Waddington, Washingborough and Witham St Hughs Children s Centres Birthday Party At Waddington Village Hall and Playing Fields, uphill Waddington, Off Mere Road Saturday 12 th September, 1-5pm Lots of free parking available Entertainment raffle BBQ and refreshments childrens free activities balloon release tombola bouncy castle fun and games! The event is open to all, you don t have to be a user of the Children s Centres to come along and join the fun! If you would like to hold a stall or offer your services or volunteer your time to support this event, please call your local centre. Witham St Hughs (01522) Curate s Corner Between 2009 and 2013 the number of albums in the UK that were sold on CD near enough halved from 112 million to just over 60 million. In the same time frame digital sales, on itunes and other online retailers more than doubled. For music retailers on the High Street it was a difficult time. HMV, the ninety year old company with outlets all over the UK faced disaster, and at the beginning of 2013 it was rescued from administration but saw significant store closures and job losses. Somewhat surprisingly only two years later HMV is once again making profits, and has just announced it is to open new shops across the Middle East. It is also in talks to expand into Australia, China and India. They have seen year-on-year CD, DVD and Blu-Ray sales increase by small amounts, but the real star is vinyl albums where the number sold has increased by 170%. Why is a technology that is more than a hundred years old and was thought to be completely obsolete seeing such a revival in fortune? At the very least it seems to be tapping into a rich vein of nostalgia. We so often look back at the past and remember bigger baked bean tins, cheaper petrol, children who respected their elders, and all sorts of other things that were better back then. For the church, there is also the temptation to see the past as a golden age of Christianity. A time when pews were full and there was a vicar riding his bike through every parish calling on all and sundry for a cup of tea and a natter. I m fairly certain that s not the case. People aren t less interested in God or spiritual things now, probably the reverse. It s just they have discovered how many different places there are that they can look. As Christians we need to be prepared to continue to make Christ known without dwelling on the past. That doesn t mean we can t look back and learn. It s just like driving. It s important to check in the rear view mirror to remind yourself what s behind you. It s absolutely vital that you look forward to see what might be coming up ahead and be ready to steer in the direction God is calling us to, Andy Jackson-Parr (Curate) 22 Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers

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25 witham herald noticeboard 1 Hykeham Bingo Club Tuesday evening Free Membership 1.20 Entrance Doors Open 7:00 pm Eyes Down 7:30 pm Memorial Hall, Newark Road, North Hykeham, LN6 9RY For further details please phone Bassingham Table Tennis Club Every Tuesday evening 8pm to 10pm at the Hammond Hall Come along and try our friendly club Pay per Play 4 Adults, 2.50 Juniors Full memberships available at attractive rates For more information call Derek or Iain Witham Runners Your local friendly running club. Meets every Monday and Thursday at 7pm at the Village Hall changing rooms. Monday - training Thursday - just a run Fun and for all abilities or find us on Facebook The Friends of St Michael & All Angels Church, South Hykeham Quiz & Harvest supper Saturday 7pm, September 26 th At South Hykeham Village Hall Entry by ticket only Tickets 7.50 Tickets to include quiz and supper Drinks are not included so Please bring your own drinks/glasses Supper Quiz Raffle For further information and tickets please contact: Gill Czartowski Margaret Driffill WITHAM ST HUGHS PARISH COUNCIL MEETING DATES FOR Village Hall 7.00pm unless notified otherwise SEPTEMBER 16th 2015 OCTOBER 21th 2015 Music Monkeys has a NEW TIME At Witham St Hughs Children Centre Every Wednesday am Toddlers and upwards am Newborns and toddling 0-5 years welcome Fee 1.00 for 1 child, 2 children 1.50, 3 children 2 Come along to our new parent led group, organised and run by parents of Witham St Hughs. We look forward to seeing you there. Aubourn Clock Tower/ Lincolnshire Heritage Weekend The Clock Tower Heritage Room will be staging an exhibition as part of the Lincs Heritage Weekend. We are open on Saturday 12th & Sunday 13th September from 2-4pm. There will be a village heritage exhibition with new items on show. Visit the clock room and see the 3 bells which have been rung this year after 45 years of silence! Refreshments available. Do come along and indulge in nostalgia. For more information please contact the parish clerk Swinderby Pre-School Local, friendly Pre-School playgroup run by dedicated, qualified and experienced staff. Ofsted registered & inspected, providing quality care & education to children aged 2 to 5 years (government funding available for those eligible). Opening times (term time only): 9.05 to 12.05pm Mon to Fri; selected afternoons 12.05pm to 3.05pm, including lunch club. For further information, and to see what we can offer your child, please phone r swinderbypg@googl .com LOOKING FOR CONFERENCE FACILITIES The Hammond Hall Bassingham could be your answer! We have internet access, on site projector, PA system. Are able to provide food as well as tea and coffee making facilities. THINKING OF PUTTING ON A CORPORATE EVENT A clean and modern venue set in a scenic location with full bar facilities, WIFI, projector and PA system. Give our management team a ring we are here to help Telephone: basspc@btconnect.com website: PLEASE SEND YOUR NOTICEBOARD ITEMS TO The Editor,The Witham Herald, Unit 9, Blackthorn Way, Five Mile Business Park, Washingborough, Lincoln LN4 1BF wshherald@tucann.co.uk To book Witham St Hughs village hall, Enquiries please to the Village Hall Manager: T: E: withamsthughsvh@live.co.uk BAR NIGHTS at Witham St Hughs Village Hall Come on down to Bar Night every Friday from 7.30pm at Witham St Hughs Village Hall. It s a great place to relax after a long week, and to meet new people. Hope to see you there! Hykeham Forum Women s Institute. 1st Wednesday in the month at 7.30pm. At All Saints Church Hall, Moor Lane, North Hykeham. 2nd September 2015, Centenary Party. 7th October 2015, Members Evening, Sylvia Burrows, Patchwork. Visitors and new members welcome. For further info. tel LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS With The Foss Dyke Band This will be a brilliant evening with all the traditional last night of the proms music plus much more. bring your union jack to wave! Saturday October 3 rd 7-30 p.m. At St Michael s Church Bassingham Tickets 10 Available from Roger Hales at the Hammond Hall Or John Rowland Tel: A finger buffet is included in the price of the ticket and wine and soft drinks will be available to purchase All proceeds to the Withamside United Parish Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 25

26 THAM ST HUGHS ꌀ 㜀瀀攀爀礀攀愀爀 ꌀ アハ ート 昀漀爀栀愀爀搀猀琀愀渀搀椀渀最 䴀漀渀琀栀氀礀爀愀琀攀猀愀爀攀愀瘀愀椀氀愀戀氀攀 䔀愀猀礀愀挀挀攀猀猀愀渀搀愀洀瀀氀攀猀瀀愀挀攀圀攀愀氀猀漀栀愀瘀攀猀攀挀甀爀攀挀漀渀琀愀椀渀攀爀猀昀漀爀猀攀氀昀猀琀漀爀愀最攀 倀爀漀昀攀猀猀椀漀渀愀氀洀漀琀漀爀栀漀洀攀愀渀搀挀愀爀愀瘀愀渀猀琀漀爀愀最攀 䬀攀攀渀愀渀最氀攀爀㼀吀爀礀漀甀爀 ǻ 猀栀椀渀最氀愀欀攀 䤀琀 猀眀攀氀氀猀琀漀挀欀攀搀眀椀琀栀爀甀搀搀 Ⰰ 爀漀愀挀栀 Ⰰ 琀攀渀挀栀愀渀搀挀愀爀瀀 Ⰰ 琀栀攀戀椀最最攀猀琀漀昀眀栀椀挀栀眀攀椀最栀猀椀渀愀琀愀渀椀洀瀀爀攀猀猀椀瘀攀アハ ート㔀氀戀猀 倀栀漀渀攀㨀㔀 㠀㘀㠀㜀㜀攀洀愀椀氀㨀椀渀昀漀䀀漀愀欀栀椀氀氀 ⴀ 氀攀椀猀甀爀攀 挀漀 甀欀眀攀戀㨀眀眀眀 漀愀欀栀椀氀氀 ⴀ 氀攀椀猀甀爀攀 挀漀 甀欀 圀攀愀爀攀挀漀渀瘀攀渀椀攀渀琀氀礀猀椀琀甀愀琀攀搀漀 û 琀栀攀䄀㐀㘀戀攀琀眀攀攀渀䰀椀渀挀漀氀渀愀渀搀一攀眀愀爀欀漀渀吀爀攀渀琀 匀眀椀渀搀攀爀戀礀刀漀愀搀 Ⰰ 一漀爀琀漀渀䐀椀猀渀攀礀 Ⰰ 䰀椀渀挀漀氀渀 䰀一㘀㤀儀䜀 The last few months have been a busy time for Witham St Hughs WI. Many thanks to those of you who came to support the farmers market in June and more recently at the summer fete. Several of our members also attended tea and tents 2015 which this year was held at Walesby scout camp in Retford and thankfully this year it was blessed with beautiful weather. Our main focus now is making more plans to help us celebrate the centenary year of the WI. In the next few months we will be continuing our hard work with our lottie project and this year we are hoping to get some goodies to share amongst our members - we ve already managed a few strawberries in time for Wimbledon. My thanks must go out to those dedicated members who have continued to nurture and look after Lottie in particular Carol and Bekki. As we head closer to WI day on 16 th September we are looking forward to celebrating 100 years of the WI in our own way so keep your eyes out for our centenary shenanigans up until Christmas. We also have one more farmers market planned for this year and we are hoping to build upon the success of our previous markets. Despite last minute setbacks the market was well attended and we hope to see everyone again in September. We re always happy to welcome new members so if you fancy coming along to see what we re all about then here are a few dates for your September diary: Wednesday 9 th September Monthly meeting centenary celebrations Village Hall 7.30pm Wednesday 16 th September WI day Saturday 26 th September Farmers market from 9am in the village square Upcoming dates: Wednesday 14 th October Monthly meeting 6 th Birthday party and hoedown Village Hall 7.30pm Friday 13 th November Lincs Fashion Show Witham Academy 7.00pm I know it can be quite daunting coming to a group of people you don t know but we are more than happy to try and arrange a catch up prior to a meeting so at least there s a friendly face when you come. If you require any further information then please find us on Facebook or withamsthughswi@hotmail.co.uk. 26 Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers

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29 Focus on LOCAL BUSINESSES First birthday for Tranquility On July 28th Tranquility Hair and Beauty Studio in Witham St. Hughs celebrated its first birthday and clients who visited the salon decorated with balloons and bunting were treated to tea and cakes. The manager of the studio, Jodie Scarcliffe has been hairdressing in the village over 5 years, she is the senior stylist, and told the Herald that the Tranquility Team are competent in all aspects of hairdressing, cutting Lucia, Jordan, Jodie and Charlotte and colouring. Lucia, also a senior stylist, specialises in put ups. Jordon completed his apprenticeship earlier this year, specialises in men s styles as well as ladies hairdressing. Charlotte is just starting her second year of her apprenticeship in conjunction with Lincoln college and Mille, who is still at school, helps out on Saturdays. New to the Studio is Beautician Scarlett Haile who completed her NVQ Level 2 & 3 training in Beauty Therapy at Grimsby College. She then went on to Grimsby University to graduate with a Salon Management Degree, Scarlett is Tranquility s new beautician while studying Scarlet was working as a mobile beauty therapist in the Louth area. Scarlet undertakes all the beauty treatments including Swedish Massage, waxing, pedicures & manicures, facials, nails and eyebrow tinting. COMMUNITY GROUPS NEEDED Charities and community groups are being encouraged to apply to be part of Lincolnshire Co-op s Community Champions scheme, which could see them raise hundreds of pounds. All Lincolnshire Co-op members are linked to a Community Champion, which is a good cause close to where they live. Every time a member shops using their dividend card in any Lincolnshire Co-op outlet where points are issued, a donation from the Community Champions pot goes towards their local good cause. The groups change every three months so lots of organisations can benefit. If a member chooses, they can also sign up to give their donations to one group all year round. Typically, after every three month stint, around 80 local groups share in 45,000. Now, the Society s Membership and Community team are looking for more groups to come forward and get involved. It s a great chance for charities and community groups to get a fundraising boost, said Lincolnshire Co-op s Member Engagement Manager Richard Whittaker. We know there must be lots of groups out there that could benefit and it s really simple to apply to be a Community Champion. Groups just have to fill out a short form and if they re chosen, they ll be able to raise hundreds of pounds. For more on the Community Champions scheme and how to apply, visit Lincolnshire Co-op s website: or pick up a form in your nearest store. The Tranquility Studio is fully equipped with the latest equipment and products and their range of hair and beauty treatments cater for men, women and children. They offer a full package for weddings and Princess parties for young ladies birthdays or special events. During September they have 10% off all the studio s hair and beauty treatments with the voucher on their advert on page 21 (this is not applicable to the Sport Massage). Please mention The Witham Herald when responding to advertisers 29

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