Bow Brickhill Village News September 2013

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1 Bow Brickhill Parish Council Parish Clerk: Debbie Mayer Councillors: Chair/RFO Ann Sidgwick Deputy Chair: Phil Thomas Cllr: Clive Robert Cllr: John Mears Cllr: Norman Stephenson Pavilion Bookings: Debbie Mayer Pavilion Caretaker: Eddie Chesse Pavilion Cleaner: Gerald Crosby Contacts: A.S.T.R.A.: Alan Preen A.S. Lunch Club: Kay & Stuart Leeming Book Club: Beverley Thompson Bow Brickhill Club: Chris Loak Bow Brickhill Pre-School B.B.F.C.: Odette Holland Or Roy Toombs Brownies: Sally Pepper Buckaneers: Derek Giles Church Wardens: Stuart Leeming Or John Wales Line Dancing: Jan Cade Rainbows Clare Evans Women's Institute: Stephanie Warren Website, E-Group & History Society: Youth Club: Beverley Thompson Danesborough Ward Borough Councillor for Bow Brickhill: David Hopkins Thames Valley Police Non Emergency: (101) Anglian Water Environmental Services Bow Brickhill Village News September 2013 Issue 15/2013/384 The Cricket Team in the 50 s The Cricket Team in the 80 s Ladies Cricket 1957 The Cricket Team in the 30 s Anyone recognise themselves??? cover photos courtesy of the Bow Brickhill website Do visit the site there s lots more to see. The Village News is hand delivered to over 300 homes in Bow Brickhill Joint Editors: Gill Cannell & Sally Robinson Bow Brickhill Village News : Published by Ann Sidgwick & Associates : 6th Sept

2 Contents: Contents 1 Thanks from the Russell family 2 Message from Bill the Postman 2 Message from Denise 2 ASTRA 500 Club Results 2 All Saints Lunch Club 3 Village Activity : join the BB e-group 3 Church News 4 Care of our Churchyard 5 Bow Brickhill : All Saints September 1st 8th 15th 22nd 9.30 a.m. Holy Communion a.m. Family Service with Baptism 6.00 p.m. Evensong 8.00 a.m. Holy Communion 29th 3.00 p.m. Harvest Benefice Service at Rectory Farm Great Brickhill SERVICES IN THE BENEFICE Great Brickhill : St Mary the Virgin September 1st a.m. Holy Communion 8th 9.30 a.m. Morning Worship 6.00 p.m. Evensong 15th 9.30 a.m. Holy Communion 22nd a.m. Family Service 29th 3.00 p.m. Harvest Benefice Service at Rectory Farm Great Brickhill TPM Pest Management 6 Church Hall Drop-ins 6 Church Open Day 6 1st Tuesday Working Lunch 7 Harvest Festival Weekend 7 Publication to Commemorate the Village War Dead 7 Harvest Festival : Great Brickhill 8 Pavilion Kitchen Reburbishment 8 Dates for your Diary 9 A5 Roundabout Works 9 The Wheatsheaf News 10 Staff Wanted - Canvas of the Electoral Register 11 G4S Care and Justice Services 11 Village Choir 12 OFCOM Phone Dialing Changes 12 Milton Keynes Reader Services 12 Church Flowers & Cleaning Rota 13 Deadline for Next Issue - 23rd September 13 Sponsor Thankyous & Congratulations 13 Sands Singers 13 Services in the Benefice 14 Contact Details for the Rector 14 Contact Details for PC Jason Rowe 14 BBPC & Contacts 15 1 Little Brickhill : St Mary Magdalene September 8th 15th 22nd a.m Morning Worship a.m. Family Service 9.30 a.m. Holy Communion Stoke Hammond : St Luke September 1st a.m. Family Service 8th 9.30 a.m. Holy Communion 15th 9.30 a.m. Morning Worship 22nd 9.30 a.m. Harvest Holy Communion Contact details for the Rector: Tel: (01525) Address: The Rectory, 10 Pound Hill, Great Brickhill MK17 9AS The address for All Saints Church, Bow Brickhill is: s to this address will go direct to the Rector and to the Church Wardens The Benefice website which serves across all 3 parishes is: Contact details for the local policeman: PC 1285 Jason Rowe : Neighbourhood Supervisor Danesborough and Walton Neighbourhood Woburn Sands Police Office 12 High Street, Woburn Sands MK17 8RL Tel: Mobile Tel: jason.rowe@thamesvalley.pnn.police.uk 14

3 CHURCH FLOWERS & CLEANING ROTA Sept Flowers Cleaning 1st S Robinson S Pepper 8th th S Willis C Evans 22nd th Shirley Parker The family would like to thank everyone for their kindness and support at this sad time. We have received such lovely words from many people in the village which has been a great comfort to us all. Mum and Dad loved the village and had made many friends here over the years. We would like to thank the Reverend John Waller for the lovely service at All Saints Church. Donations given will be divided equally between All Saints Church and Willen Hospice. The Russell family DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE 23rd September 2013 Contributions for the September issue should be sent to: Sally sallyhawtin@hotmail.co.uk Gill candishtowers@gmail.com Many thanks to our sponsors: Specially for Laura Robert, Rosanna and Christopher Jones in celebration of Laura s 8th Birthday on 23rd June Ron & Joan Varney who celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary in June Sincere apologies that these 2 entries were omitted from our last edition Bow Brickhill Football Club with best wishes to them for a successful season The Russell family in memory of Shirley Parker If you are able to help with a contribution towards the cost of the Newsletter please send it to: Andrea Spurdle, the PCC treasurer at 42A Station Road, Bow Brickhill Cheques should be made payable to: Bow Brickhill Parish Church Come and join in the song.. Community Choir Sands Singers invite you to come along for a taster session where you ll be made very welcome. We meet every Friday during term time 7-9pm in the Ellen Pettit Memorial Hall, Woburn Sands. We re open to all ages and abilities, with no auditions and no need to be able to read music. Led by our Musical Director Jerry Breslin, we have a varied repertoire, friendly atmosphere, great enthusiasm and we re building a strong local reputation. We have additional interest groups for Irish folk, Shanties and Early music and our yearly highlights are our charity fund raising concerts and socials. Further information contact the membership secretary: sandssingers@gmail.com 13 Message from Bill the Postman I promised to keep everybody up to date with how I spend the monies you so generously gave me. We have just finished the garden spending some of the monies building the garden shed, we have moved a flowerbed and replanted it. In the next few weeks we are having the carport re-done (where I park my beloved car). The carport floor has 4 dents one for each wheel! I am having the old tarmac up, the ground levelled and new tarmac laid. Jan and I have enjoyed a few meals out; it gets me out of the kitchen! I have saved some money to buy something special in South Africa, where we are to holiday soon, to remind me of the kindness of the village. All the best Message from Denise at The Wheatsheaf A huge thank you to everyone who sent me birthday wishes and contributed to my gift. I had a wonderful 50th birthday in Scotland but was happy to return home to Bow Brickhill. I must be the luckiest landlady in the Country!! Thank you again The results of the 30th August draw for the ASTRA 500 Club are: First prize: Pat Parker Ticket number Second prize: Sharon Giles Ticket number Third prize: Janet Henry Ticket number Bill Denise Congratulations all round! 2

4 ALL SAINTS LUNCH CLUB The September meeting of the lunch club will be on Sunday 22nd when we will be celebrating our 9 th birthday! The club was formed in 2004 with the aim of providing a good lunch and fellowship in a friendly atmosphere. New guests are always welcome, particularly any one who lives alone, to join us and enjoy some company and share a traditional Sunday lunch. Transport to and from the hall is available. Please contact Kay or Stuart Leeming on to book in or if you would like any further information. Dear Bow Brickhill residents, Some of you may know that there is a great deal of activity going on in the village at the moment in planning and development terms; the long term plan for the expansion of Milton Keynes which could significantly affect our village the changes to the railway, the level crossings and the field crossings all along the Bow Brickhill boundary planning applications for development on, around and outside the boundaries of our village the rapidly developing neighbourhood plan for Bow Brickhill, the traffic management plans for the village and the changes that it will bring All of these activities (and this is just a few from a long list) WILL affect YOU in some way, its crucial that you stay informed, up to date and able to speak out where you feel your voice needs to be heard The BEST way to begin this process is to join the BowBrickhill Yahoo group. (it s easy to join, just follow the instruction on link) Please try to join the group so that you can stay informed and comment, this village needs its villagers to make their voices heard Best Clive Robert Village Choir Do you like to sing in the shower? Can you hold a tune? If so, your choir would love to hear from you! We really need more members to join our ranks right now and would welcome anyone who wants to find out more. If you would like to come along for a taster any Monday night (7:30pm at Great Brickhill Church) it would be great to have you along. We sing all sorts of things and you can do as much or as little as you like. The main thing is to have fun through singing with others. To find out more, just turn up on a Monday evening or call Sue on OFCOM propose to change the way that residents of MK dial phone numbers from 1st October Instead of being able to simply dial a local number within the STD area without the STD code, residents will be required to dial the full number including STD code. The consultation closes on 13 September Ofcom expects to publish its decision in a statement later in the autumn. Please follow the link above for details on how to comment if you are reading this on the e-group site or use the following website address MILTON KEYNES READER SERVICE Charity No Do you have difficulty in finding speakers for your meetings? If so, we may be able to help. Milton Keynes Reader Service is a free and independent charitable organisation that offers a range of services to visually impaired people living in Milton Keynes. We would very much like to come and talk to local groups about our work. We think our services are unique and we would like to make more people aware of what we do. We have already given presentations to rotary clubs, WIs, church groups and charities in Milton Keynes and these have been received with enthusiasm and interest. If you would like to know more about us, please contact Liz Roe, Talks Co-ordinator, on lizroe@tiscali.co.uk or Tel: This is not a fundraising exercise but an opportunity for the Service to raise its profile within our community

5 Staff wanted for Annual canvass of the Electoral Register Staff are needed to assist with the Electoral Canvassing project for the Council. If you are looking to earn some extra money before Christmas, please contact the Manpower team based at Saxon Court, either by or telephone: Claudia Betty-Maynard & Colette Doyle on & You will be required to attend training in September or October, and be available to work from 1 st November to 1 st December 2013 this work is to be completed in your own time outside of your normal working hours. If you are interested in applying for the Canvassing Project or would like some more information, you can see the full details of the job description by logging onto where you can search for the vacancy of Canvasser within the location of Buckinghamshire / Milton Keynes and search jobs. You can then apply for the vacancy or take the details and contact the Manpower on-site team. Saranjeet Chana : Neighbourhoods Technical Officer T: : Milton Keynes Council Synergy Park Chesney Wold Bleak Hall Milton Keynes MK6 1LY G4S Care and Justice Services Since 2011 G4S Care and Justice Services working in conjunction with Milton Keynes Youth Offending Team has delivered the Reparation service enabling young people to give something back and enhance their local communities. Reparation is a practical way for young people to pay back for the harm caused by the offence completing constructive relevant and useful projects which help and improve the local community. Former chief executive of the YJB said We believe local communities have good ideas about how to improve youth justice, and young people are less likely to re-offend after participating in reparation schemes. Reparation is intended to prevent the young people continuing to offend by helping them to understand the effects of crime on the victim(s) and how to make amends. It is a sentence of the court and is supervised by a member of the Youth Offending Team. As a valued member of the community we are asking what suitable projects you would like completing in your area. We look forward to hearing from you and thank you for your contribution. Linzi Hodgson Sarah Malden linzi.hodgson@uk.g4s.com Sarah.malden@uk.g4s.com CHURCH NEWS 1. In Memoriam : Sunday 3rd November At the celebration of All Saints, our patronal festival, we are inviting those whose loved ones are buried in the churchyard at Bow Brickhill to attend our Holy Communion service at 9.30 am on 3rd November. If you know of anyone you think would like to be invited to this service, please let us know. 2.PCC Secretary : Vacancy We were sad to receive Cynthia Wilkins' resignation from her post as Parochial Church Council secretary; one that she has fulfilled for many years and which included hosting meetings at her house. Our very grateful thanks go to Cynthia for all her hard work for so very long. This leaves a vacancy on the PCC and also for the post of secretary. If you could help, please contact one of the Church Wardens. 3.Parochial Church Council : Thursday 12th September The next meeting of the PCC will be at the Church Hall at 8 pm on Thursday 12th of September. 4.Bucks Historic Churches Bike Ride : Saturday 14th September Every year there is a sponsored bike ride (but you could ride a horse instead, or even walk) when it's your opportunity to ride round the area, visiting as many churches as you can, and to prevail upon your neighbours to sponsor you generously per church visited. It's a great way to discover the area and you'll meet some interesting people as you travel round. The date this year is Sat 14th of September. More information can be found at: 5. Off to the Tower : Saturday 14th September On the same day that the sponsored bike ride is taking place, Saturday 14th September, All Saints tower will be open to visitors and refreshments will be available at the church. However some additional help is required to help to staff this event, to make a few cup cakes and to be there to welcome our visitors. If you can help, please contact Diana Kesterton. 11 4

6 Care of our churchyard All Saints Church, Bow Brickhill The churchyard is cared for by volunteers and family and friends of the deceased. It is sited in an area of natural beauty on the edge of woodland and the peace and tranquillity is enjoyed by many. The Diocese of Oxford, which owns the land in trust, has a number of rules which are designed to maintain a good standard of care and uniformity. Graves may not be fenced or otherwise delineated Individual gardens, fencing or shrubs are not permitted. Only cut flowers or wreaths may be left at the graveside. Toys or similar ornaments may be left at the graveside of an infant for a year after the burial or internment. The complete set of Diocesan guidance and rules for memorials and inscriptions can be found on-line at All Saints Parochial Church Council appreciates the dilemma of those who wish to leave a floral tribute. The churchyard is not always easy to access and the deer often demolish fresh flowers and shoots. Therefore daffodils, heather and small patio roses are the best option. Holly wreaths may be placed on the grave at Christmas but must be removed by Easter at the latest. Would you like to help us maintain the churchyard? Here s how you can help: Join the small maintenance team to cut the grass, tidy hedges, burn leaves, empty bins etc. Do not leave plastic wreaths or flowers at the grave. Please use the compost, rubbish and recycling bins provided. Make a donation toward the upkeep of the churchyard. To volunteer for the maintenance team or to make a donation contact a Church Warden or Brenda Goodger (member of PCC) at 33 Church Road, Bow Brickhill MK17 9LH TAKEAWAY TUESDAY 3rd Sept Curry 10th Sept Fish & Chips 17th Sept Curry 24th Sept Fish & Chips 1st Oct Curry Phone your order through or pop down and have a cheeky drink while your food is cooked for you WEDNESDAY WINE CLUB SEPTEMBER 25TH Guess the Grape?? Ponder the Price?? Come up with the Country?? A relaxed, fun quiz/tasting with prizes per person Including supper These evenings are very popular so early booking is essential Tis rumoured that one amongst us has scored a hole in one - Will you russell up drinks all round then!!?? 21 Station Road Bow Brickhill MK17 9JU Wednesday 11th September MORRIS DANCERS Old Mother Redcaps & Bedfordshire Lace Will both be dancing from 7.30 p.m. ******* To be the first to know everything that s happening at your friendly local why not log on to: We know it s early but We are putting the finishing touches to our Xmas menu and bookings are already coming in. So if you have a special date you want in December please don t leave it too long before you book. EVERY SUNDAY Delicious Sunday roast dinner Choice of Roasts with homemade Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Potatoes and a selection of Fresh Vegetables Just 9.95 Booking Advisable 5 10

7 DATES FOR YOUR DIARY SEPTEMBER Monday 9th Line Dance Pavilion 7.00 p.m. Wednesday 11th Drop-In Afternoon Church Hall p.m. Rainbows Church Hall p.m. Brownies Church Hall p.m. Thursday 12th Parish Council Meeting Pavilion 7.30 p.m. Monday 16th Line Dance Pavilion 7.00 p.m. Tuesday 17th John the Barber Greenways Lay-by p.m. Wednesday 18th Rainbows Church Hall p.m. Brownies Church Hall p.m. Buckaneers Model Club Pavilion 7.30 p.m. Thursday 19th Youth Club Pavilion 7.00 p.m. Sunday 22nd All Saints Lunch Club Church Hall for p.m.. Monday 23rd Line Dance Pavilion 7.00 p.m. Wednesday 25th Rainbows Church Hall p.m. Brownies Church Hall p.m. Thursday 26th W.I. Orphean Singers Pavilion 7.30 p.m. ASTRA 500 Club Draw Wheatsheaf 8.00 p.m. Monday 30th Line Dance Pavilion 7.00 p.m. OCTOBER Tuesday 1st Working Lunch The Wheatsheaf p.m. Bow Brickhill Club The Pavilion 2.00 p.m. John the Barber Greenways Lay-by p.m. A5 Roundabout Councillor Hopkins has received a number of enquiries from residents asking what is taking place at the A5 roundabout and has therefore provided the information below which has been received from MK Council. The works are being carried out by the Highways Agency funded by the S106 Agreement for the Newton Leys development. The basic premise of the works is to signalise the roundabout to increase traffic flows. As this is a Highways Agency contract the traffic management has been approved by them and although MK Council have commented on aspects of the traffic management, ultimately it is their scheme and responsibility. WEDNESDAY CHURCH HALL DROP-INS Do you enjoy meeting up with others for a chat over a cup of tea or coffee? If so, drop in to the church hall on Wednesday afternoon September 11 th anytime between 2.30pm and 4.30pm. CHURCH OPEN DAY WITH TOWER TOURS AND TEAS SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14th On Saturday 14th September from 10.00am to 4.00pm the church and tower will be open for visitors and for those taking part in the Bucks Historic Churches Trust Sponsored Bike Ride. There will be photos and old records of the village on display and tea and cakes will be on sale. Tower tours are free. If you would like to help with tower tours please contact: Diana on or diana.kesterton@gmail.com 9 6

8 1st Tuesday Working Lunch at The Wheatsheaf The October meeting will be on Tuesday 1st October p.m p.m. For more information or to receive an ed reminder HARVEST FESTIVAL WEEKEND On Sunday Oct 13th at 11.00am our Harvest Festival Family Service will be at the church Do come along and join in the celebration Gifts of produce are welcome : Refreshments will be served after the service ******** Our Auction of Produce will take place in The Wheatsheaf at 8.00pm on TUESDAY October 15 th This is a very enjoyable evening of entertainment so do come along, join in the fun and make a bid for some great bargains auctioned by Alan Preen ******** Do join us for the Harvest Supper On Saturday 12th October at 7pm at the Church Hall Tickets 6 adult : 15 family available from the church wardens Thanks Anna Cookson annaccookson@btinternet.com PUBLICATION TO COMMEMORATE THE VILLAGE WAR DEAD The History Society is intending to produce a booklet early next year to mark the 100 year anniversary of the start of WWI and we need your help! If you have any photographs or other memorabilia relating to those listed on the memorial, or any historic photographs of the memorial itself we would love to hear from you. Please contact me on candishtowers@gmail.com or tel: Gill Cannell PAVILION KITCHEN The kitchen at the Pavilion has now been refurbished making the previously tired-looking kitchen a modern, clean-surfaced and hygienic kitchen area. This upgrade will benefit all users of the Pavilion. The Parish Council would like to express their thanks to WREN for the funding provided to make this possible. Peter Cox, managing director of WREN, said: WREN makes a difference to people's lives by awarding grants to community, environmental and heritage projects across the UK. We're delighted to support Bow Brickhill Parish Council and their valuable work. Thanks are also given to MK Community Foundation who provided the third party funding required by this grant application. BBPC 7 8