Saxonwell Group Parish News

December 2020 January2021 50p where sold

saxonwellchurches @SChurches Magazine Donations... Whilst the magazine is offered free to every home, and we try to cover all our costs through advertising, due to the new arrangements our costs have increased. If you would like to make a contribution to the magazine that would be very wel- come, the suggested donation is 50p per issue or £5:00 for all ten issues. Donations can be made at Sharricks chip shop, Long Bennington and at the villall office, as well as being given to any church member to be handed over to the magazine treasurer, Jill Froggatt.

You can donate online to: Name: SGPN Sort Code: 60-09-09 Account: 72118695 You can post your donation to the Treasurer at

30 Westborough Lane, Long Bennington, Newark, Notts. NG23 5HD Thank you, Jill

2 SGPN December 20 January 21 Light it up! I love driving along and seeing our local churches (Foston and Sedgebrook) lit up, as a visible reminder of God’s presence in our community. For just £7 you can have the church floodlit for an evening (8-11pm) of your choice. This might be to celebrate a birthday, celebration, or to remember someone.

For Foston please contact: Lucy Bliss 01400 282661 For Sedgebrook please contact: Malcolm Stuart 01949 842231

3 SGPN December 20 January 21 Contacts for the magazine

Advertising Manager - Joy Jordan - [email protected] 01400 281355 Publication - Jubilate Communications (Tony) - [email protected] 01636 921161 Counting and Distribution - Joy Jordan, [email protected] 01400 281355 Jean Higgs - [email protected] 01400 281047 Treasurer - Jill Froggatt - [email protected] 01400 281204

Copy Deadline for the February issue is 15 January News should be sent to [email protected].

Advertising Enquiries for 2021 to : Joy Jordan, [email protected] 01400 281355

Disclaimer All the information and times published in Saxonwell Group Parish News is provided in good faith and is for guidance only. The Parish News editorial team disclaim all responsibility for any inconvenience or loss of any kind which may result from this information being wholly or partly inaccurate, irrespective of the reason or cause. The Saxonwell Group Parish News editorial team do not accept any responsibility for the quality of the products or services provided by advertisers in the Parish News. The Saxonwell Group Parish News editorial team reserve the right not to publish articles or advertising, either of which is not considered appropriate. All articles which include the authors name are the views and opinions of that author and are neither supported nor representative of the Saxonwell Group Parish News.

4 SGPN December 20 January 21 Date 6 December 13 December 20 December 27 December Contacts for the magazine Lectionary Advent 2 Advent 3 Advent 4 Christmas 1 date Advertising Manager - Joy Jordan - [email protected] 01400 281355 Colour Purple Purple Purple White Publication - Jubilate Communications (Tony) - [email protected] 01636 921161 Readings Isaiah 40.1–11 Isaiah 61.1–4, 8–end 2 Samuel 7.1–11,16 Exodus 33.7–11a Psalm 85.1–2, 8– Psalm 126 or Canticle: Magnificat Psalm 117 Counting and Distribution - Joy Jordan, [email protected] 01400 281355 13 [or 85.8–end] Canticle: Magnificat Romans 16.25–end 1 John 1 Jean Higgs - [email protected] 01400 281047 2 Peter 3.8–15a 1 Thessalonians 5.16– Luke 1.26–38 John 21.19b–end Mark 1.1–8 24 Treasurer - Jill Froggatt - [email protected] 01400 281204 John 1.6–8, 19–28

Group 10:30 Morning 10:30 Morning 10:30 Holy Copy Deadline for the February issue is 15 January Streamed Worship Worship Communion News should be sent to [email protected]. service Allington 9:00 Holy Communion Advertising Enquiries for 2021 to : Foston 9:00 Holy Joy Jordan, [email protected] 01400 281355 Communion Long 9:00 Holy 9:00 Holy Bennington Communion Communion

Sedgebrook 4pm Evening prayer

Date 3 January 10 January 17 January 24 January 31 January

Lectionary Christmas 2 Epiphany 1 Epiphany 2 Epiphany 3 Epiphany 4 date

Colour White White White White White

Readings Jeremiah 31.7–14 Genesis 1.1–5 1 Samuel 3.1– Genesis 14.17–20 Deuteronomy or Ecclesiasticus Psalm 29 10 [11–20] Psalm 128 18.15–20 24.1–12 Acts 19.1–7 Psalm 139.1–5, Revelation 19.6– Psalm 111 Psalm 147.13–end Mark 1.4–11 12–18 [or 10 Revelation 12.1– or Canticle: 139.1–9] John 2.1–11 5a Wisdom 10.15– Revelation 5.1– Mark 1.21–28 end 10 Ephesians 1.3–14 John 1.43–end John 1.[1–9] 10– 18

Group 10:30 Morning 10:30 10:30 Holy Streamed Worship Morning Communion service Worship

Allington 9:00 Holy Communion

Foston 9:00 Holy Communion

Long 9:00 Holy 9:00 Holy Bennington Communion Communion

Sedgebrook 4pm Evening prayer

5 SGPN December 20 January 21 From the Vicarage

As I write this magazine article, on the first anniversary of the Coronavirus and once again in the midst of a lockdown we are all looking for Good News. Hopefully by the time you read this, CoVid infections will have come down, and we will have received some much needed good news about how we can gather to celebrate Christmas.

Christmas is all about the sharing of Good News. announced, ‘Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Saviour has been born to you; He is the Messiah, the Lord.’ (Luke 2: 10,11). The birth of this baby brings great joy and good news for everyone! As the king of the universe, He has come as our Saviour. In an uncertain world, He offers joy and hope, because He holds this pandemic in His hands. This is a real cause for joy! ‘

Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom His favour rests.’ (Luke 2:14). We may feel anything but peace amid the health and economic anxieties in our current circumstances. How can a Jewish infant born to a peasant family in first century Palestine bring peace to our lives today? Jesus established peace with God through His death on the cross. Trusting the Prince of Peace for our lives brings God’s peace amid the huge uncertainties we face.

As we face 2021 the good news of Immanuel brings hope, ‘Therefore, the Lord himself will give you a sign: the virgin will conceive and give birth to a son and will call Him Immanuel.’ (Isaiah 7:14) This promise to King Ahaz in 8th century Judah is fulfilled in the coming of Jesus at the first Christmas as Immanuel means ‘God with Us’ (Matthew 1:23). Ahaz faced the military threat of Syria invading Israel, but Isaiah tells him not to panic. He can trust God, who is in control of the nation. The good news of “God with us” is the same today as it was for Ahaz! Christmas changes everything forever! God has declared in Christ that He is with us and for us, not absent from or against us. His love is larger than our sin, fears or guilt: ‘If God is for us, who can be against us?’ (Romans 8:31).

As we prepare for this Christmas, let’s not forget:

God with us means that He is on my side and by my side. In the uncertainties of life I am never alone God with us means that everything will work out according to His plan. My life isn’t just a series of meaningless occasions or mistakes. God with us means that even when others show they are not there for me, God is. God with us means when circumstances change, He will give me the strength I need. God is with me: He isn’t far away, but has made the journey into my world. Here is the hope for the future, once we get past the trees, gifts, turkey stuffing and pudding!

God Bless Harriet

6 SGPN December 20 January 21 Allington

ALLINGTON VILLAGE HALL REGULAR DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

With the latest lockdown procedures in place, none of the activities below are taking place until further notice. The Post Office is still in attendance twice a week, however please be aware that the times on a Tuesday have changed to 12.30-3.30pm. The Community Library also remains closed.

Arts & Crafts: Monday 1.30-4.00pm. Includes quilting, marquetry, art, knitting, beadwork, card making etc. £2 incl refreshments Pilates: Monday 7.00-8.00pm (Closed during school holidays) Community Choir: Monday 8.15-9.30pm (7.00-8.30pm when Pilates closed) Tai Chi: Tuesday 10.00-11.00am. £6 per session, discount for block bookings New Age Kurling: Tuesday 2.00-4.30pm. £2 incl refreshments Viking Squares: Tuesday 7.00-10.00pm. Beginners always welcome – come and try Strictly Come Square Dancing! Move It or Lose It Exercise: Wednesday 9.30-10.30am. £5 per session, six weeks for £27 Yoga: Wednesday 1.00-2.30pm Table Tennis/Snooker/Darts: Thursday 9.30am-12noon Star Academy: Thursday 3.30-6.30pm (Term time) Morris Dancers: Thursday 8.00-10.00pm Yoga: Friday 10.00-11.15am Social Club: Friday 2.00-4.30pm. Open to all for conversation and games. £2 incl refreshments Carpet Bowls: Alternate Sundays 2.00-5.00pm (September – April) Grantham Danserye: Every third Saturday 2.00-5.00pm For further details on the above contact Joy Hart (Bookings Secretary) on 01400 282948, for Viking Squares contact Judy Grummitt on 01400 281497

7 SGPN December 20 January 21 Allington - View from the pew

The builders have almost finished. We are awaiting the finishing touches by the Stonemason. Thankfully we were able to hold our first service on Sunday 25th October. All our socially distancing plans worked well, all but one space being filled. Probably not everyone will agree with me but it was a joy to hear the Church Bells clang again! Thank you for a lovely service Harriet.

Now we are locked down again and will not be able to hold a service in November. However, the Church will be open one afternoon a week for private prayer from Wednesday 18th November until further notice. The hours will be from 1-3pm. Please just come and sit and enjoy the peace and quiet. Following Covid rules there will be contact forms on the shelf just inside the door. Please fill one in and put in the box provided. We are planning the following services:

Friday 18th December - 6.00pm - Nine lessons and Reflections

Friday 25th December - 10.00 - Christmas Morning Service

Both these services will be live in Church, on Zoom and on Facebook. Because of Covid restrictions places are limited so If you would like to come to Church you will need to book tickets. These will be allocated on a' first come first served basis'. To book tickets please contact Marian Hubbard on 01400 281496 or email [email protected] If you would like to join the Zoom meeting please let Marian know and we can send you the Zoom link nearer the time. These services will also be streamed on the Saxonwell Churches facebook page.

Sunday 27th December will be our monthly communion service at 9.00.

We would like to thank Sue Ashby for the beautiful poppy decoration on the Church gates for Remembrance Day. We very much appreciate your time and effort Sue.

The recent donations supporting the Food Bank amounted to 115 items - thank you. If you feel you would like to continue supporting them, especially in the circumstances we find ourselves at the present time, the Food Bank bin is to remain at 7 Park Road and donations gratefully received.

We are clearing ivy from the Churchyard gradually and have had working parties at the Church on Saturday mornings for the last few weeks. With the current rules this is now not possible but we are all going up individually and doing what we can whilst the lockdown is on. Our heartfelt thanks to Geoff and Jane Sharp for all their hard work and continuing support. Thank you also to Andrew Black for taking away the ivy. The future plan will be to trim the foliage on the right hand side of the path and to continue with the ivy culling.

8 SGPN December 20 January 21 Allington - View from the pew

The builders have almost finished. We are awaiting the finishing touches by the Stonemason. At the Annual Church meeting the following officers were elected:- Thankfully we were able to hold our first service on Sunday 25th October. All our socially Lay Vice Chair Chris Dicken - 01400 281524 email: [email protected] distancing plans worked well, all but one space being filled. Probably not everyone will agree with Treasurer Chris Dicken me but it was a joy to hear the Church Bells clang again! Thank you for a lovely service Harriet. Secretary Mary McKinlay - 01400 281671 email: [email protected] Safeguarding Officer Marian Hubbard - 01400 281496 email: [email protected] Now we are locked down again and will not be able to hold a service in November. However, the Church will be open one afternoon a week for private prayer from Wednesday 18th November until further notice. The hours will be from 1-3pm. Please just come and sit and enjoy the peace and Finally, due to the increasing number of lead thefts from Churches in the locality we have been quiet. Following Covid rules there will be contact forms on the shelf just inside the door. Please fill advised to install a roof alarm. Without an alarm our insurance company will only pay out a small one in and put in the box provided. set amount should the lead be stolen. With an alarm they will pay the amount needed to replace We are planning the following services: the lead. As with everything there is always a downside, our downside being the cost of the alarm which is £5422.48 including vat. Our next fundraising activity, when circumstances allow, will be to Friday 18th December - 6.00pm - Nine lessons and Reflections raise the money for the alarm. We will be applying for a grant towards the cost but will need to Friday 25th December - 10.00 - Christmas Morning Service make up the shortfall. We will be grateful for any donations/contributions towards the cost of the alarm. Both these services will be live in Church, on Zoom and on Facebook. Because of Covid restrictions places are limited so If you would like to come to Church you will need to book tickets. We would like to wish everyone a happy, peaceful and joyous Christmas however we are able to These will be allocated on a' first come first served basis'. To book tickets please contact Marian celebrate it this year. Let's hope next year is an improvement on this one!! Hubbard on 01400 281496 or email [email protected] If you would like to join the Zoom meeting please let Marian know and we can send you the Zoom link nearer the time. These services will also be streamed on the Saxonwell Churches facebook page.

Sunday 27th December will be our monthly communion service at 9.00.

We would like to thank Sue Ashby for the beautiful poppy decoration on the Church gates for Remembrance Day. We very much appreciate your time and effort Sue.

The recent donations supporting the Food Bank amounted to 115 items - thank you. If you feel you would like to continue supporting them, especially in the circumstances we find ourselves at the present time, the Food Bank bin is to remain at 7 Park Road and donations gratefully received. R.S.Gray & Son We are clearing ivy from the Churchyard gradually and have had working parties at the Church on Saturday mornings for the last few weeks. With the current rules this is now not possible but we are all going up individually and doing what we can whilst the lockdown is on. Our heartfelt thanks Timber Merchants Est. 2000 GOLD AWARD to Geoff and Jane Sharp for all their hard work and continuing support. Thank you also to Andrew Stapleford Lane Black for taking away the ivy. The future plan will be to trim the foliage on the right hand side of the Three Shires Caravan Storage Ltd path and to continue with the ivy culling. Coddington

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9 SGPN December 20 January 21 Allington - VIEW FROM THE PEW

Work has now started on the essential maintenance at the Church. This should be completed by the end of August after which we can turn our attention to the bigger project. This week we have had our first PCC meeting on Zoom since the lockdown began. As you can imagine, we had a lot to discuss. We hope to be able to open the church for private prayer around the second week in September but much needs to be done before this can happen. We discussed our big project and we are now taking the next step - getting our quotes and designs updated by our Architect. Its a very daunting prospect but we are prepared to start the journey and see where it takes us.

More news next time.

10 SGPN December 20 January 21 Foston

Foston Coffee Morning First Wednesday of the month at Foston Village Hall from 10.00am to 11.30am. Come along to chat and make new friends, all welcome, cost is £2 per person for tea, coffee and cake. Any profit will be shared between the Church and the Village Hall. The next few dates are: 1 May, 5 June, 3 July, 7 August

Foston Parish Council Meet in the Village Hall on alternate months. A fifteen minute period is set aside at the beginning of each meeting from 7.30 – 7.45pm, please note the meeting will commence at 7.30pm if no residents are present. Confirm with Christina Lees on 01400 281309.

Exercise and Recreation Classes at the Village Hall Exercise Class Monday 7.00 - 8.30pm Line Dancing Wednesday 7.30 - 9.00pm

Glow Fit Friday 7.30 - 8.30pm

Uniform Groups Meet at the Village hall 1st Foston Brownies Thursdays 6.30pm - term time only. Register interest via www.girlguiding.org.uk Rainbows Thursday 5.00-6.00pm 6.30 - 8.00pm Glow Circuit Friday 7.30 - 8.30pm

Regular Foston Village Hall Events

Pub night 8.00pm 1st Friday in every month

Wednesday Lunch 12.00 – 1.30pm 3rd Wednesday of every month

For Hall Bookings please call Liz on 07816 921377

11 SGPN December 20 January 21 The WI Lincolnshire South

FOSTON WI As our members are unable to meet, the Committee decided to deliver something to them, to let During these last few weeks, we have all become accustomed to living in lockdown again, with all them know they are not forgotten. Inside they found various gifts, including a hyacinth bulb, to the limitations that that implies. Even after the beginning of December, it is likely that restrictions of various kinds will still be in place, and it will be some time before life returns to normal. grow for Christmas, a pen with a quiz and chocolate. A zoom meeting was also organised for our members this month. It was lovely being able to see one another, as some we had not seen since For many of us, this is an inconvenience - but it can be endured. However, there are some folk the February meeting. It was great catching up and finding out how everyone was coping at these within our area for whom this causes anxiety and worry, and cuts off their normal means of difficult times. Naturally we keep in touch with each other by phone, but it was lovely seeing them emotional and practical support. Those living on their own, or perhaps with kids to look after, may all face to face. struggle a little bit.

Several of the members joined in with our village, in decorating their front doors’ for Halloween, Foston Neighbours has been set up to help close the gap between what is normal and what is Covid for these folk, whatever their age or situation. It is a village group, built on the back of with pumpkins etc: I’m sure the children had fun going round with their parents, seeing the various Foston Parish Council’s volunteer group which was set up during the first lockdown, in order to displays, especially as they couldn’t go trick or treating this year! provide help to those who were confined to their homes, or who had no immediate family to help On the 8th November we were treated to a lovely tribute, outside St Peters Church, when 12 year out. old James played the Last Post, on his trumpet. It was excellent and really moving, everyone was The aim of Foston Neighbours is to provide practical help to anyone who needs, it and also to very proud of him. provide support to those in the village who have been volunteering and helping others. We appreciate that there are many people who already help their neighbours in various ways, by This month, our members hope to be shown on Zoom, how to make an Angel out of a book. This collecting shopping, dog-walking, picking up prescriptions, etc., who have developed their own should prove interesting, as none of us have done this before. I wonder which book they will support groups. But there may be other villagers whose needs are a little more complex, or who choose to use! have not yet asked for any assistance, which is where Foston Neighbours can help. During December our village are setting aside the chocolate and taking their Advent All Foston Neighbours volunteers are covered by public liability insurance and, where the rules calendar to a new experience! Each night a new window will be unveiled and we permit, we provide PPE in all our direct contacts with villagers. Through a variety of Lincolnshire- based charities, we have access to other resources when needed, and those in need can also be may go and view them. Some of our members, who managed to obtain a date, are reassured that their helpers have had the relevant DBS checks. We are also arranging now trying to decide just what or how decorate theirs. It will be interesting to see safeguarding training for all our volunteers. each window and I’m sure will cause some excitement for us all, young and not so So please feel free to contact Foston Neighbours if you feel in need of a helping hand – we can young…. offer practical help, direct you to other resources or provide support by way of a friendly chat on May I wish you all a lovely time at Christmas, however you spend it this year and a healthy and the phone - just let us know what you need. And if you are already helping out with friends and happy New Year. neighbours in the village, many thanks – give us a call if you think we can help you in your volunteering work, or if you would like to join Foston Neighbours on a formal basis. Kind regards Finally, we have been delighted to receive a number of donations from villagers, from the Parish Maggi Challis Council, and from local charities and trusts, to help us get Foston Neighbours ‘off the ground’. If you would like to make a donation, thank you – just get in touch with our Treasurer on Foston Neighbours’ dedicated mobile number, 07422 881448. We are: Chair Simon Bray Secretary Marcellina Taylor Treasurer Janet Bray Safeguarding Officer Eileen Ross Publicity Christina Lees

Contact: Foston Neighbours 07422 881448

12 SGPN December 20 January 21 The WI Lincolnshire South

FOSTON WI As our members are unable to meet, the Committee decided to deliver something to them, to let During these last few weeks, we have all become accustomed to living in lockdown again, with all them know they are not forgotten. Inside they found various gifts, including a hyacinth bulb, to the limitations that that implies. Even after the beginning of December, it is likely that restrictions of various kinds will still be in place, and it will be some time before life returns to normal. grow for Christmas, a pen with a quiz and chocolate. A zoom meeting was also organised for our members this month. It was lovely being able to see one another, as some we had not seen since For many of us, this is an inconvenience - but it can be endured. However, there are some folk the February meeting. It was great catching up and finding out how everyone was coping at these within our area for whom this causes anxiety and worry, and cuts off their normal means of difficult times. Naturally we keep in touch with each other by phone, but it was lovely seeing them emotional and practical support. Those living on their own, or perhaps with kids to look after, may all face to face. struggle a little bit.

Several of the members joined in with our village, in decorating their front doors’ for Halloween, Foston Neighbours has been set up to help close the gap between what is normal and what is Covid for these folk, whatever their age or situation. It is a village group, built on the back of with pumpkins etc: I’m sure the children had fun going round with their parents, seeing the various Foston Parish Council’s volunteer group which was set up during the first lockdown, in order to displays, especially as they couldn’t go trick or treating this year! provide help to those who were confined to their homes, or who had no immediate family to help On the 8th November we were treated to a lovely tribute, outside St Peters Church, when 12 year out. old James played the Last Post, on his trumpet. It was excellent and really moving, everyone was The aim of Foston Neighbours is to provide practical help to anyone who needs, it and also to very proud of him. provide support to those in the village who have been volunteering and helping others. We appreciate that there are many people who already help their neighbours in various ways, by This month, our members hope to be shown on Zoom, how to make an Angel out of a book. This collecting shopping, dog-walking, picking up prescriptions, etc., who have developed their own should prove interesting, as none of us have done this before. I wonder which book they will support groups. But there may be other villagers whose needs are a little more complex, or who choose to use! have not yet asked for any assistance, which is where Foston Neighbours can help. During December our village are setting aside the chocolate and taking their Advent All Foston Neighbours volunteers are covered by public liability insurance and, where the rules calendar to a new experience! Each night a new window will be unveiled and we permit, we provide PPE in all our direct contacts with villagers. Through a variety of Lincolnshire- based charities, we have access to other resources when needed, and those in need can also be may go and view them. Some of our members, who managed to obtain a date, are reassured that their helpers have had the relevant DBS checks. We are also arranging now trying to decide just what or how decorate theirs. It will be interesting to see safeguarding training for all our volunteers. each window and I’m sure will cause some excitement for us all, young and not so So please feel free to contact Foston Neighbours if you feel in need of a helping hand – we can young…. offer practical help, direct you to other resources or provide support by way of a friendly chat on May I wish you all a lovely time at Christmas, however you spend it this year and a healthy and the phone - just let us know what you need. And if you are already helping out with friends and happy New Year. neighbours in the village, many thanks – give us a call if you think we can help you in your volunteering work, or if you would like to join Foston Neighbours on a formal basis. Kind regards Finally, we have been delighted to receive a number of donations from villagers, from the Parish Maggi Challis Council, and from local charities and trusts, to help us get Foston Neighbours ‘off the ground’. If you would like to make a donation, thank you – just get in touch with our Treasurer on Foston Neighbours’ dedicated mobile number, 07422 881448. We are: Chair Simon Bray Secretary Marcellina Taylor Treasurer Janet Bray Safeguarding Officer Eileen Ross Publicity Christina Lees

Contact: Foston Neighbours 07422 881448

13 SGPN December 20 January 21 Long Bennington / Foston Guide Brownie Rainbow Remembrance service Saturday 7th November at Long Bennington Memorial Garden A small 15 minutes service lead by their leaders where the guides, brownies, rainbows laid their own painted poppy pebbles

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14 SGPN December 20 January 21 Long Bennington Long Bennington / Foston Guide Brownie Rainbow Remembrance service Saturday 7th November at Long Bennington Memorial Garden A small 15 minutes service lead by their leaders where the guides, brownies, rainbows laid their own painted poppy pebbles REGULAR DATES FOR YOUR DIARY - Once all services re-open Mobile Library Service - Route 4 Friday - 1330 - 1430, November 6, December 4 Outside Long Bennington Village Hall Enquiries to Customer Service Centre on 01522 782010 or www.lincolnshire.gov.uk

Post Office Services at Long Bennington Village Hall Opening times: Wednesdays 9.00am - 11.00am Thursdays 1.00pm - 3.00pm

Long Bennington Coffee Morning The Reindeer every Thursday at 10.30am. Coffee/tea and biscuits £2.50. All welcome. Methodist Coffee Morning Please join us every 3rd Saturday in the month, in the Methodist Chapel for coffee, cake and a chat.

Tea and Chat On the last Friday of every month come and join us in the Village Hall for a chat over a cuppa with a slice of cake. Alternatively, you can join in a game of dominos or cards as well as other games and crafts to try. 2.30pm

Long Bennington Bible Study Every Thursday at 7.30pm Please contact Helen Durham on 07564 099799 or email [email protected] for more details, as venue changes each week. All are welcome.

Long Bennington Afternoon House Group A friendly Tuesday afternoon group who seek to deepen their understanding of the Christian Faith through fellowship, study and discussion with tea and cake to finish. The meetings are fortnightly, beginning at 2.30pm. For more information contact Joy 01400 281355, or Rev’d Stella 01400 281395.

Long Bennington Baby and Toddler Group St James Village Hall on Wednesdays 9.15 – 11.30am (term time). It is a small parent run group, where children can safely play, make new friends, join in with craft activities and enjoy a snack. Everyone with children from birth up to school age are welcome. Each session costs £2.00 per family.

Long Bennington Pre-School A registered charity offering a safe, secure and warm environment to educate your child. Qualified, highly experienced staff will support your child to reach their full potential. Based in the small hall at Long Bennington Village Hall we are open Monday to Friday 9.00am - 3.15pm during term time. Funding is available for all 3 & 4 year olds including the FREE 30 hours offered to those who are eligible. 15 hours funding also available for eligible 2 year olds, alternatively it is £3.75 per hour for fee paying parents. For more information or to arrange a visit call Julie on 07816 537242 or email [email protected]

15 SGPN December 20 January 21 From the Methodist Chapel The Methodist Chapel Dear All,

GOD WITH US

“And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.” Out of the darkness and chaos, God brought light. Out of our despair, anger and frustration, our helplessness, our fear and anxiety, God brings light. Don’t ask me how he does it. But he brings light to our lives, he shines a light along the path, he gives direction to those who are lost, and encourages those who are flagging. Sometimes, in the most unusual places God shines his light.

Do you remember the story of Peter imprisoned by King Herod? Peter was to face trial the next day and possibly be sentenced to death. That night an angel appeared before him and the cell was filled with light. The angel led Peter to safety. And who can forget that tremendously rousing hymn written by Charles Wesley, ‘And can it be’. In the fourth verse we sing “Long my imprisoned spirit lay, fast bound in sin and natures night; Thine eye diffused a quickening ray – I woke the dungeon flamed with light. My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose went forth and followed thee.” We can sing that hymn so lustily because it is true, for each one of us, are bound in chains of fear, despair and worry. God can release us. That hymn means so much to me because God broke my chains, he gave me strength to follow him.

And we can look back to Bethlehem to see the light shining in the world in the form of a baby. In those dark, dark times of Israel’s occupation by the Romans. God didn’t send an army to free Israel; he sent a baby. A child that almost went unnoticed by the world except for a few shepherds and a group of wise men. A baby treasured by Mary and Joseph and worshipped by angels. There wasn’t much light in Israel at that time but one day Jesus would shine a light on the Law and infuse it with compassion. He would shine a light on men’s hearts and some would stumble and fall and others would walk and see again. God’s light was not snuffed out by the cross, it was made even more glorious. As we approach Christmas let God’s light shine on your path, let his joy fill your hearts, and let his love cast out all fear. For Christ is born. God with us.

Have a happy and safe Christmas Peter Bates

Long Bennington Methodist Church Charity Shop

As many of you will know, the Methodist Church/Chapel has been closed since the first COVID 19 lockdown in March. All activity had to stop for health and safety reasons, including Sunday morning worship and our monthly Coffee Mornings, the ‘Sing-a-Rainbow’ pre-school group and the Charity Shop. With the future still looking so uncertain, the Charity Shop will not be re-opening.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Jo Daniel-Fox and her team of helpers most sincerely for all the hard work, time and effort put into the organising and running of the Charity Shop on our behalf, and you, our supporters, who all helped raise enough money to have our former toilet completely replaced with smart, new facilities, including a wall-mounted unit for baby care. WELL DONE ALL!

Hopefully, by the time the next edition of the Saxonwell News is due in February, things will be looking brighter. Until then, please take care and keep safe.

R Gascoyne

16 SGPN December 20 January 21 From the Methodist Chapel

Dear All,

GOD WITH US “And God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light.” Out of the darkness and chaos, God Carol brought light. Out of our despair, anger and frustration, our helplessness, our fear and anxiety, God brings light. Don’t ask me how he does it. But he brings light to our lives, he shines a light along the path, he gives direction to those who are lost, and encourages those who are flagging. Sometimes, in the most unusual places God shines his light. Do you remember the story of Peter imprisoned by King Herod? Peter was to face trial the next Services day and possibly be sentenced to death. That night an angel appeared before him and the cell was filled with light. The angel led Peter to safety. And who can forget that tremendously rousing hymn written by Charles Wesley, ‘And can it be’. In the fourth verse we sing “Long my imprisoned spirit lay, fast bound in sin and natures night; Thine eye diffused a quickening ray – I woke the dungeon flamed with light. My chains fell off, my heart was free, I rose went forth and followed thee.” We can sing that hymn so lustily because it is true, for each one of us, are bound in chains St Swithun's of fear, despair and worry. God can release us. That hymn means so much to me because God broke my chains, he gave me strength to follow him.

And we can look back to Bethlehem to see the light shining in the world in the form of a baby. In Please call to book your seats for a those dark, dark times of Israel’s occupation by the Romans. God didn’t send an army to free Israel; he sent a baby. A child that almost went unnoticed by the world except for a few shepherds 4pm service on either: and a group of wise men. A baby treasured by Mary and Joseph and worshipped by angels. There wasn’t much light in Israel at that time but one day Jesus would shine a light on the Law and th infuse it with compassion. He would shine a light on men’s hearts and some would stumble and Saturday 19 Dec - tel: 01400 282821 fall and others would walk and see again. God’s light was not snuffed out by the cross, it was made even more glorious. As we approach Christmas let God’s light shine on your path, let his joy fill your hearts, and let his love cast out all fear. For Christ is born. God with us. Sunday 20th Dec - tel: 01400 283139 Have a happy and safe Christmas Peter Bates {Also available live on Zoom & Facebook) Due to Covid 19 restrictions we have limited

Long Bennington Methodist Church Charity Shop seats available, so reserve yours early to avoid th As many of you will know, the Methodist Church/Chapel has been closed since the first COVID 19 disappointment. Last date for bookings 16 lockdown in March. All activity had to stop for health and safety reasons, including Sunday morning worship and our monthly Coffee Mornings, the ‘Sing-a-Rainbow’ pre-school group and the December. Thank you. Charity Shop. With the future still looking so uncertain, the Charity Shop will not be re-opening.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Jo Daniel-Fox and her team of helpers most sincerely for all the hard work, time and effort put into the organising and running of the Charity Shop on our behalf, and you, our supporters, who all helped raise enough money to have our former toilet completely replaced with smart, new facilities, including a wall-mounted unit for baby care. WELL DONE ALL!

Hopefully, by the time the next edition of the Saxonwell News is due in February, things will be looking brighter. Until then, please take care and keep safe.

R Gascoyne

17 SGPN December 20 January 21 Long Bennington in 1920

While the new cenotaph was being unveiled in Whitehall and the king’s gun carriage was transporting the body of an unknown soldier to be interred with great reverence and ceremony in Westminster Abbey Long Bennington was remembering its own war heroes. 29 families in the village had suffered the terrible loss of a son, brother or father in the Great War. These were serious losses to the village economy too where manpower was short at the best of times.

It is difficult for us to imagine the village without electricity, without mains water and without a proper sewerage system.

Walking from the south end along the busy Great North Road a visitor to Long Bennington in 1920 would see Ford’s Garage and Transport Café where lorries stop for the night before leaving early for the London markets. After their evening meal the drivers would have a drink in the Reindeer and sleep in the former Primitive Chapel next to the Methodist Church.

Next was the old school where 100 children of all ages up to 14 from as far afield as Westborough and Dry Doddington came on bicycles or on foot. School dinners were good value at 8 pence. It was the policeman, not the headmaster who lived in the old school house.

Miss Buckle had a café and sold sweets at Ayrshire House.

A pinfold which was where you could retrieve stray calves and sheep was at the side of Bennington House owned by Dr Wilkie. A visit to his surgery cost 7 shillings and sixpence- too much for most families who relied on doses of tincture of iodine for their self-medication.

The Post Office was in a private house, along with the manual telephone exchange. An open-topped double decker bus known as The Silver Queen took passengers to Newark and Grantham.

Every week a bus load of fishermen would arrive from Mansfield or Sheffield to hold fishing matches on the river Witham. Afterwards during their evening meal which cost 2 shillings and sixpence, 50 men could eat 75 pounds of meat between them at the White Lion pub, now Witham Bank a private house.

There was great fun during Bennington Feast Week, from 15 July. Stalls and roundabouts were set up in the field at the back of the Royal Oak, cricket matches took place on a field off Vicarage Lane, there were garden parties in the vicarage grounds and all the village children went for a day trip to Skegness on buses. Sometimes the circus came and was set up in a field on Westborough Lane.

Meanwhile in the Church Hall and Reading Room at the corner of Manor Drive it was always a hive of activity. The church choir practised here, the newly formed WI and Girls’ Friendship Club met, concerts were put on where children and talented adults could show off their dancing, singing and acting skills. The village was virtually self-sufficient. Apart from the farming, there were 4 garages, 5 pubs-the Wheatsheaf, Royal Oak, White Swan, White Lion and Reindeer. A modern dairy supplied Newark with milk. Fish and Chips could be bought at the shop at number 62. The grocers- Mr Barnes who was where Sharricks is now, and Mr Ablewhite where the bridal shop is today- sold foodstuff and all domestic and household goods either from their shops or delivered on their cart to your home on the same day your ordered.

And if you wanted a treat, Mrs Bottesford at Bryn, opposite Mr Ablewhite’s shop and bakery, would welcome you to her Tea Garden for Sunday afternoon tea.

John Jeffries [Source Reflections recorded by local residents in 2005]

18 SGPN December 20 January 21 Christmas Message from County Councillor Alexander Maughan Long Bennington in 1920 2020 has been a year for the history books, with our country facing its biggest challenge in peacetime history. While the new cenotaph was being unveiled in Whitehall and the king’s gun carriage was transporting the body of an unknown soldier to be interred with great reverence and ceremony in Westminster Abbey Long Locally we will all remember this year for the community spirit that has pulled everyone through a Bennington was remembering its own war heroes. 29 families in the village had suffered the terrible loss of difficult time. Healthcare and key workers, local businesses, volunteers and councils have all a son, brother or father in the Great War. These were serious losses to the village economy too where stepped up to ensure no one was left un-aided through the pandemic. manpower was short at the best of times. The Long Bennington Epidemic Response Team (LBERT) continues to support residents with It is difficult for us to imagine the village without electricity, without mains water and without a proper shopping and prescription collections. If you need any support over the coming weeks please call sewerage system. 01400 269 049. While responding to the Covid-19 pandemic, Lincolnshire County Council has continued to deliver Walking from the south end along the busy Great North Road a visitor to Long Bennington in 1920 would its vital services as well as supporting vulnerable residents during these unprecedented times. see Ford’s Garage and Transport Café where lorries stop for the night before leaving early for the London markets. After their evening meal the drivers would have a drink in the Reindeer and sleep in the former As we enter a difficult winter period there is hope that a vaccine will be available soon and a more Primitive Chapel next to the Methodist Church. promising 2021 awaits us.

Next was the old school where 100 children of all ages up to 14 from as far afield as Westborough and Dry In the New Year I will continue campaigning on the local issues that matter to you, including Doddington came on bicycles or on foot. School dinners were good value at 8 pence. It was the policeman, pushing for much needed road safety improvements on our stretch of the A1, having held not the headmaster who lived in the old school house. meetings recently with both Highways England and our local MP Dr Caroline Johnson to raise these issues. Miss Buckle had a café and sold sweets at Ayrshire House. I am always at the end of the phone or email to assist with any local issues you may have, so A pinfold which was where you could retrieve stray calves and sheep was at the side of Bennington House please get in touch using the details below. owned by Dr Wilkie. A visit to his surgery cost 7 shillings and sixpence- too much for most families who relied on doses of tincture of iodine for their self-medication. Finally, I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

The Post Office was in a private house, along with the manual telephone exchange. Alexander Maughan An open-topped double decker bus known as The Silver Queen took passengers to Newark and Grantham. Lincolnshire County Councillor for Hough Division Every week a bus load of fishermen would arrive from Mansfield or Sheffield to hold fishing matches on the river Witham. Afterwards during their evening meal which cost 2 shillings and sixpence, 50 men could eat Mobile: 07707060022 email: [email protected] 75 pounds of meat between them at the White Lion pub, now Witham Bank a private house. Long Bennington Village Produce Association (Gardening Club) There was great fun during Bennington Feast Week, from 15 July. Stalls and roundabouts were set up in Am I but a faded leaf Other such leaves are lying there the field at the back of the Royal Oak, cricket matches took place on a field off Vicarage Lane, there were HangingWassail! on anWe English wish everyonetree as good a ChristmasLying gently this the year bare as brown we can earth manage. And we garden parties in the vicarage grounds and all the village children went for a day trip to Skegness on Glisteningrecommend in the the wintry Danish sun approach of continuingIn gardeningthe shadow all of the that way same through tree the winter! buses. Sometimes the circus came and was set up in a field on Westborough Lane. Hanging there and not so free? The very tree that gave us birth To keep us going here are a few more gardening related thoughts from Jim Barnabus on weeds. Meanwhile in the Church Hall and Reading Room at the corner of Manor Drive it was always a hive of Jim thinks we dismiss weeds too readily, as they are superbly equipped for success. As he says The green of youth has gone, Soon, other leaves will take our place activity. The church choir practised here, the newly formed WI and Girls’ Friendship Club met, concerts they produce enormous numbers of seeds with efficient long distance dispersal mechanisms A richer hue is now on show Unfurling slowly in the warming sun were put on where children and talented adults could show off their dancing, singing and acting skills. plus rapid germination and growth; and they have the ability to tolerate poor soil conditions often forcing out the plants you want to grow. But names like fat hen, good king Henry, chickweed, The village was virtually self-sufficient. Apart from the farming, there were 4 garages, 5 pubs-the How long will that richness last Rejoicing in their bright summer days Knowledgeblack medic, that Ihedge cannot woundwort, show gout weed,Until scouring in time theirrush ownand timeladies is done.bedstraw show how Wheatsheaf, Royal Oak, White Swan, White Lion and Reindeer. A modern dairy supplied Newark with milk. important these were to our ancestors. And they provided food and medicines for free and Fish and Chips could be bought at the shop at number 62. The grocers- Mr Barnes who was where undoubtedly saved lives during famine bridging the “hungry gap” of spring and early summer. Will it be a sharper frost Sharricks is now, and Mr Ablewhite where the bridal shop is today- sold foodstuff and all domestic and They provided vital nutrients such as vitamin C (eg from scurvy grass - you can find this white With its keener, bitter bite Robert Tuffnall household goods either from their shops or delivered on their cart to your home on the same day your flowering plant along the verges of the A1 in spring). Don’t dismiss folk medicine either; think of Thatquinine severs from that the tenuous bark of link the Chinchona tree, ditto aspirin from willow, digitalis from foxglove, and ordered. ToVincristine allow me anand earthward Crisblastine flight? from the Madagascan periwinkle which are vital for the treatment of leukaemia. And if you wanted a treat, Mrs Bottesford at Bryn, opposite Mr Ablewhite’s shop and bakery, would welcome you to her Tea Garden for Sunday afternoon tea. Happy New Year to everyone - we are so looking forward to being back together as soon as possible. John Jeffries If you have any questions or would like to join the Club call me on 01400 282239 or 07753 [Source Reflections recorded by local residents in 2005] 709513 or e-mail us at [email protected] Our website is: longbenningtongardeningclub.org

Bev Gledhill - Secretary

19 SGPN December 20 January 21 Long Bennington Scribblers LONG BENNINGTON TWINNING ASSOCIATION LONG BENNINGTON TWINNING ASSOCIATION Many of you in the village will have met Margaret Dutton (Meg), not only in On behalf of the committee, I would like to say how sorry we were to have to cancel so many connection with Scribblers, but also as a member of the History Club, Gardening eventsOn behalf in the of last the year,committee, the Brains I would of Bennington like to say Quiz,how sorryVE Day we afternoonwere to have Tea toDance cancel and so VE many Ball, Club, and former member of the WI. Sadly, Margaret died suddenly in October andevents our tripin the to Bretteville.last year, the Brains of Bennington Quiz, VE Day afternoon Tea Dance and VE Ball, and our trip to Bretteville. 2020 after battling cancer. She was the founding member of the Scribblers writing rd group, which began in 2017. Margaret inspired and encouraged us all to write for We are hoping to go to Bretteville, IF IT IS SAFE to do so (depending on COVID) from June rd3 to We areth hoping to go to Bretteville, IF IT IS SAFE to do so (depending on COVID) from June 3 to June 6 th 2021. pleasure. Some of you may recall the highly successful Punch Pies and Poems June 6 2021. Event, which Margaret masterminded in December 2019. We will always fondly Our trip to Bretteville L’Orgueilleuse in Normandy, France will be by coach, staying with French Our trip to Bretteville L’Orgueilleuse in Normandy, France will be by coach, staying with French remember the good times we spent with Margaret; the laughter and sometimes the families,families, and and accommodation accommodation andand foodfood willwill be provided. OnlyOnly traveltravel costscosts are are needed. needed. A A little little tears that we shared in our writing group. She was simply our dear kind friend and FrenchFrench is is handy handy butbut certainlycertainly notnot essential.essential. The coach shouldshould bebe viableviable ifif wewe sell sell 24 24 seats, seats, we all miss her. I hope you enjoy some of the tributes to Meg from Scribblers. offeringoffering up up to to 6 6 child child seats seats freefree whenwhen travellingtravelling with an adult.adult. WeWe hopefullyhopefully will will be be able able to to arrange arrange otherother events events also. also. We We will will let let youyou knowknow ASAP.ASAP. For Meg EveryoneEveryone is is very very welcome welcome toto comecome onon allall Twinning Association tripstrips andand events. events. If If you you have have any any queriesqueries about about the the Twinning Twinning Association, Association, please contact IanIan onon 0140001400 282712, 282712, Kim Kim 01400 01400 283370 283370 Your kind attention is now for what I beg, oror myself myself on on 01400 01400 282928, 282928, oror anyany committeecommittee member. As sad Scribblers say ‘Goodbye’ to Meg. TheThe committee committee would would like like to to thankthank youyou forfor your support andand wishwish youyou all all She led us with such a constant kindly light. “Just take up your pens,” she said, “and write”. PEACEPEACE andand JOY at Christmas, andand HappinessHappiness andand Good Health inin thethe NewNew Year. Year. “Let it be in prose or, if you like in verse, Being altogether wordless is what is worse.” KeepKeep safesafe and enjoy yourselves.yourselves. We used to share: from that I do not depart. No, dear Meg, my memories of you are in my heart AnneAnne Laine Laine Robert Tuffnell

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20 SGPN December 20 January 21 Christmas Message from County Councillor Alexander Maughan 2020 has been a year for the history books, with our country facing its biggest challenge in peacetime history.

LongLocally Bennington we will all Scribblers remember this year for the community spirit that has pulled everyone through a difficult time. Healthcare and key workers, local businesses, volunteers and councils have all Many of you in the village will have met Margaret Dutton (Meg), not only in stepped upconnection to ensure with no oneScribblers, was left but un-aided also as a through member the of thepandemic. History Club, Gardening Club, and former member of the WI. Sadly, Margaret died suddenly in October The Long 2020Bennington after battling Epidemic cancer. Response She was the Team founding (LBERT) member continues of the Scribblers to support writing residents with shopping andgroup, prescription which began collections. in 2017. Margaret If you need inspired any and support encouraged over theus all coming to write weeks for please call 01400 269pleasure. 049. Some of you may recall the highly successful Punch Pies and Poems Event, which Margaret masterminded in December 2019. We will always fondly While respondingremember to the the good Covid-19 times wepandemic, spent with Lincolnshire Margaret; the County laughter Council and sometimes has continued the to deliver its vital servicestears that as wewell shared as supporting in our writing vulnerable group. She residents was simply during our thesedear kind unprecedented friend and times. we all miss her. I hope you enjoy some of the tributes to Meg from Scribblers. As we enter a difficult winter period there is hope that a vaccine will be available soon and a more promising 2021 awaits us. For Meg Your kind attention is now for what I beg, In the New Year I willAs sadcontinue Scribblers campaigning say ‘Goodbye’ on the to Meg.local issues that matter to you, including pushing for much needed road safety improvements on our stretch of the A1, having held She led us with such a constant kindly light. meetings recently with both Highways England and our local MP Dr Caroline Johnson to raise these issues. “Just take up your pens,” she said, “and write”. “Let it be in prose or, if you like in verse, I am always at theBeing end ofaltogether the phone wordless or email is what to assist is worse.” with any local issues you may have, so please get in touch Weusing used the to details share: below. from that I do not depart. No, dear Meg, my memories of you are in my heart Finally, I want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Robert Tuffnell Alexander Maughan

Lincolnshire County Councillor for Hough Division

Mobile: 07707060022 email: [email protected] Intimations of Death

Am I but a faded leaf Other such leaves are lying there Hanging on an English tree Lying gently the bare brown earth Glistening in the wintry sun In the shadow of that same tree Hanging there and not so free? The very tree that gave us birth

The green of youth has gone, Soon, other leaves will take our place A richer hue is now on show Unfurling slowly in the warming sun How long will that richness last Rejoicing in their bright summer days Knowledge that I cannot show Until in time their own time is done.

Will it be a sharper frost With its keener, bitter bite Robert Tuffnall That severs that tenuous link To allow me an earthward flight?

21 SGPN December 20 January 21 Bob Tufnell RIP

It is with great sadness and sense of loss that we were told of the death of Bob Living Faith Together Tuffnell at 10am Wednesday 18th November 2020. Jan Lambert and Mike and Pat Collyer have been in his “bubble” for the last year, knowing of his declining health, despite which, having a socially distanced, entertaining time. Friendship and chatter Jan says that Bob was such a good, funny friend, full of jokes, which they came to call Bobberisms, often fuelled by a love of red wine.

Bob was multi-talented, a good example of a “Renaissance man”. His great love was music - composing and playing - which he shared with others through intimate concerts on his beloved baby grand piano, a fairly recent acquisition. Bob also gave great service to the Saxonwell churches by playing organs and pianos for church services. He wrote poetry, was a member of Scribblers, and self published a book of his poems and photographs, copies of which were presented to interested friends. A raconteur par excellence, he would often regale friends with anecdotes of his travels and past experiences: there was never a dull moment in Bob’s company. He also had an efficient domestic side, having been chief cook and bottlewasher for years (as Sheila used to proudly boast). He even taught himself to knit and produced a cardigan for one of his new grandchildren (or great grandchildren?). He had a distinguished academic career and was still involved with setting examination papers. Bob’s most admirable aspect was his complete devotion to his wife, Sheila, especially during her latter years of suffering with dementia, which so narrowed and limited their lives. Despite our feelings of loss and sorrow, we, who like Bob are Prayer Christians, must be happy with the belief that he and Sheila rest in God's love. Are you interested?

We meet on Mondays at 2.30pm (Currently via zoom). Contact Helen Durham on 07564 099799 or [email protected] for more details. All are welcome to join, and we look forward to seeing you!

22 SGPN December 20 January 21 Living Faith Together

Friendship and chatter

Prayer Are you interested?

We meet on Mondays at 2.30pm (Currently via zoom). Contact Helen Durham on 07564 099799 or [email protected] for more details. All are welcome to join, and we look forward to seeing you!

23 SGPN December 20 January 21 Long Bennington WI

Happy 102nd Birthday to Long Bennington WI! All welcome at the Zoom Party!

On 3rd November, we invited everyone in the village community to join in our Zoom Birthday Bash for free. Members hosted socially distanced parties in their homes to enjoy the celebration. All 53 members had previously been gifted a goody bag, hand delivered with a friendly door step chat. The contents ensured that we could party in style with birthday cake and candle, party blower, wine for the toast, a quiz sheet and two Birthday gifts: a trendy nail file and a faux silk scarf, locally sourced. A lovely surprise and very much appreciated by all.

Entertainment was provided by popular local performer Clive Rudd and we all enjoyed his anecdotes and singing along to the retro hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Such a happy evening and good company; a great celebration of friendship and a very special birthday.

On 6th October we welcomed local Pilates teacher Cheryl Roebuck live on Zoom to demonstrate how we could maintain our strength and flexibility by exercising safely at home using just a dining chair and a cushion Head, shoulders, Knees and Toes...

Walk your feet out nice and wide Stretch your arms out to the side Squeeze your bum, hold in that tun Do not sag in your middle Let's maintain that swivel Hips and thighs, tums and bums Arms and legs, turn your head Open up that rotor cuff And don't forget to breathe!

On 8th December at 7.30 (please note change of date) everyone is again invited to join in on Zoom when Mildred Freeman, The Lady Historian, presents Mother’s Ruin- The Story of Gin from the 1100s to today. There will be tales of plagues, Kings, crop failures, cocktail making sailors, alcoholic Georgians and tipsy Victorians. All washed down with songs about glorious gin from the Victorian Music Halls. Sadly, no free gin so mix up your own gin cocktails and join in the fun. Cheers!

If you would like to join us on Zoom for this event, mail President Jan Leventhall at [email protected] to be added to the Zoom invitation list. See you at the party. Anne Swarbrick

24 SGPN December 20 January 21 Long Bennington WI

Happy 102nd Birthday to Long Bennington WI! All welcome at the Zoom Long Bennington History Society Party!

On 3rd November, we invited everyone in the village community to join in 2020 has been a historic year. We were taught key dates in our history lessons at school. our Zoom Birthday Bash for free. Members hosted socially distanced parties in their homes to enjoy the celebration. All 53 members had previously been gifted a goody bag, hand delivered with a friendly door step chat. The contents ensured that we could party in For example, 1066, 1215, and 1666 were all memorable and momentous. And now we style with birthday cake and candle, party blower, wine for the toast, a can add 2020 to the list- the year of the “Great Lockdowns”, the year of the Global quiz sheet and two Birthday gifts: a trendy nail file and a faux silk scarf, Pandemic and the year that, like many other organisations, Long Bennington Local locally sourced. A lovely surprise and very much appreciated by all. History Society had to suspend its activities. Entertainment was provided by popular local performer Clive Rudd and we all enjoyed his anecdotes and singing along to the retro hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Such a happy evening At the time of writing [November 7th] we cannot predict when our meetings will restart but I and good company; a great celebration of friendship and a very special birthday. am hopeful that we will be in a position to resume quickly as soon as the current rules on social distancing are rescinded.

We had a full programme of meetings arranged for this year when the plague so rudely interrupted our activities. Looking forward to 2021 I hope that we will be able to re-engage the speakers we had to cancel in 2020. The date when it will be safe for us to restart is in On 6th October we welcomed local Pilates teacher Cheryl Roebuck live on Zoom to demonstrate the hands of the gods…. and the Village Hall Committee! When we do get the green light how we could maintain our strength and flexibility by exercising safely at home using just a dining chair and a cushion Head, shoulders, Knees and Toes... our members will be notified by post or e-mail and an open invitation to our first meeting will appear as usual on the village hall notice board. Walk your feet out nice and wide Stretch your arms out to the side Squeeze your bum, hold in that tun Do not sag in your middle In the meantime the Committee joins me in wishing all members of the Society and Let's maintain that swivel readers of Parish News, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year with normal Hips and thighs, tums and bums service resumed as soon as possible. Arms and legs, turn your head Open up that rotor cuff And don't forget to breathe! John Jeffries See us at lblhs.wordpress.com On 8th December at 7.30 (please note change of date) everyone is again invited to join in on Zoom when Mildred Freeman, The Lady Historian, presents Mother’s Ruin- The Story of Gin from the 1100s to today. There will be tales of plagues, Kings, crop failures, cocktail making sailors, alcoholic Georgians and tipsy Victorians. All washed down with songs about glorious gin from the Victorian Music Halls. Sadly, no free gin so mix up your own gin cocktails and join in the fun. Cheers!

If you would like to join us on Zoom for this event, mail President Jan Leventhall at [email protected] to be added to the Zoom invitation list. See you at the party. Anne Swarbrick

25 SGPN December 20 January 21 Rotary Club of Long Bennington

Rotary Club of Long Bennington celebrates World Polio Day

Some of you may have seen small groups of people wearing hi-vis jackets working in the garden areas of Long Bennington and wondered what they were up to? The local rotary group with the support of the church and Long Bennington Gardening club planted about 3,500 Ruby Giant crocus bulbs to celebrate a major milestone in the eradication of polio in Africa where last year Nigeria was the last country in Africa given the all clear from polio. The fight however continues, as there are still two countries left with polio – Pakistan and Afghanistan. As long as there is one live case anywhere in the world, this disease could return.

In the 1980s Rotary joined forces with the World Health Organisation to fight polio and many of you will remember the closing of swimming pools to stop people catching what was also known as Infantile Paralysis. You may also remember girls and boys with metal supports on their legs and pictures of men and women totally encased in ‘iron lungs’ to do their breathing for them; they had polio. It was crippling many throughout the world and for some it was a death sentence.

Rotary UK has raised over £2 million to support the drive to eradicate polio and on October 24th the Rotary Club of Long Bennington commemorated this effort by planting purple crocuses at four locations in the village – St. Swithun’s Church, The Village Hall, Woods Close and Witham Meadow. These purple crocuses match the colour of dye used to indicate that someone had been vaccinated in some parts of the world. Sedgebrook

REGULAR DATES FOR YOUR DIARY - Once all services re-open Sedgebrook Prayer and Bible Group Meets in the Church until September. Contact Malcolm or Jenny Stuart 01949 842231 or [email protected] if you have any requests for prayers, or leave them on the Prayer Board in the Lady Chapel in church. We will meet at 2 Whattons Close from October to April

So in March, please enjoy a walk around the village and hopefully Sedgebrook Social Club you will be able to see the crocuses flowering, brightening up the Rainbows/Brownies Mondays 6.15pm village. The Rotary club are hoping to plant some more next October in the surrounding villages. Burlexercise Tuesdays 7.00pm Herbalife Healthy Eating Wednesdays 6.00pm If you are interested in getting involved with the new Long Zumba Wednesdays 7.30pm Bennington and surrounding villages Rotary Line Dancing Thursdays 10.00am group, please contact us on [email protected]. We are a very Club Bar Opening times Monday 9.00 -11.00pm friendly and informal group and we are keen to Friday 9.00 -11.00pm make a difference and have fun at the same Tim Sunday 12.30 -2.30pm. Membership fees for 2020 are £10.00. During the next 12 months the Club is running a 200 Club Village Lottery. If anyone wants to participate, please contact Alan Cook.

26 SGPN December 20 January 21 The contact for booking the Club or any enquiries is Alan Cook 01949 842192 or [email protected] Sedgebrook

REGULAR DATES FOR YOUR DIARY - Once all services re-open Sedgebrook Prayer and Bible Group Meets in the Church until September. Contact Malcolm or Jenny Stuart 01949 842231 or [email protected] if you have any requests for prayers, or leave them on the Prayer Board in the Lady Chapel in church. We will meet at 2 Whattons Close from October to April

Sedgebrook Social Club

Rainbows/Brownies Mondays 6.15pm Burlexercise Tuesdays 7.00pm Herbalife Healthy Eating Wednesdays 6.00pm Zumba Wednesdays 7.30pm Line Dancing Thursdays 10.00am Club Bar Opening times Monday 9.00 -11.00pm Friday 9.00 -11.00pm Sunday 12.30 -2.30pm. Membership fees for 2020 are £10.00. During the next 12 months the Club is running a 200 Club Village Lottery. If anyone wants to participate, please contact Alan Cook.

The contact for booking the Club or27 anySGPN enquiries December 20 Januaryis Alan 21 Cook 01949 842192 or [email protected] News from the Pews – December/January Covid rules permitting, there will be services of Evening Prayer at 4pm on the 1st Sunday of the month and we continue to make every effort to have a communion service at 4pm on the 3rd Sunday of the month – failing which we will have a service of Compline. Light in the darkness The church has been floodlit each evening of the lockdown from 7-9pm to cheer on our keyworkers and shine a light in the darkness. We are very grateful for the generous donations towards the cost of the electricity, and thank you for helping to light up Sedgebrook. Remembrance Sunday - It was with great sadness that we had to cancel our Remembrance Sunday Service, but we are grateful to Geraldine Statham for the Remembrance installation in the porch and to Alan Cook for lighting the candles to represent all those on the war memorial for the 11am 2 minute silence. Elisabeth Carnell, our museum curator produced a terrific piece on those who served in Sedgebrook in the two world wars, and you can see this on the Sedgebrook Community Website https://sedgebrookvillage.co.uk/history-society/

Prayer If anyone would like to spend time in the church for private prayer we can arrange this. Alternatively, we will be praying daily for the community, our keyworkers, those who feel anxious or isolated and are happy to give anyone a call who would like someone to talk to, or remember someone in prayer for you.

Book drop The church has an amazing selection of books/CDs/DvDs – all untouched for 72 hours and so guaranteed risk free. If anyone would like to give us a heads up on what sort of thing they like, we could drop off a carrier bag of books on their doorstep to help them through. We cover just about everything from a large selection of the latest thrillers and detective stories, all the Hornblower books and some classics, masses of great fiction and biography, poetry, gardening, wildlife, travel, CDs and DVDs– you name it! Please contact Malcolm or Jenny Stuart on 01949 842231 or [email protected]. Christmas Window Competition Sedgebrook is taking part in the Christmas Window Display Competition. You are invited to create a Christmas window display (something fun that can be seen from the street). A judging panel from St Lawrence Church will be going round on 19th December to decide the winner – a tub of chocolates awaits! Services and Events for December and January Friday 4th December 6.30pm Carols on the Green and lighting of the Christmas Tree. Mulled wine and mince pies will be served on the green if refreshments cannot be served in church or the social club. Sunday 6th December 4pm Advent Evening Prayer Sunday 20th December. 4pm Holy Communion Thursday 24th December 7pm Carol Service followed by Christmas Communion – please note we will need to know in advance if you are attending as numbers will be limited due to social distancing guidelines, but we hope to have space for at least 45 people. Sunday 3rd January 4pm Evening Prayer Sunday 17th January. 4pm Holy Communion

28 SGPN December 20 January 21 News from the Pews – December/January Covid rules permitting, there will be services of Evening Prayer at 4pm on the 1st Sunday of the 01400 283 236 month and we continue to make every effort to have a communion service at 4pm on the 3rd Murphy Electrics Sunday of the month – failing which we will have a service of Compline. 07957 347 777 Light in the darkness The church has been floodlit each evening of the lockdown from 7-9pm to [email protected] cheer on our keyworkers and shine a light in the darkness. We are very grateful for the generous donations towards the cost of the electricity, and thank you for helping to light up Sedgebrook. Remembrance Sunday - It was with great sadness that we had to cancel our Remembrance Sunday Service, Local electrician based in Long Bennington. but we are grateful to Geraldine Statham for the Remembrance installation in the porch and to Alan Cook - installation and re-wires for lighting the candles to represent all those on the war memorial for the 11am 2 minute silence. Elisabeth - maintenance and fault finding Carnell, our museum curator produced a terrific piece on those who served in Sedgebrook in the two world wars, - inspection and testing and you can see this on the Sedgebrook Community Website https://sedgebrookvillage.co.uk/history-society/ Free estimates and all work certified to current IEE regulations. Prayer If anyone would like to spend time in the church for private prayer we can arrange this. Alternatively, we will be praying daily for the community, our keyworkers, those who feel anxious or isolated and are happy to give anyone a call who would like someone to talk to, or remember Part-P registered. someone in prayer for you.

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29 SGPN December 20 January 21 The Saxonwell Group Ministry Team Community Contacts Village Halls: Booking Secretaries All numbers have the prefix 01400 unless otherwise stated Long Bennington Sue Mckinley 07816 267927 Foston Liz Sordy 282065 Parish Priest Rev’d Harriet Orridge [email protected] 281281 Allington Joy Hart 282948 Rev’d Stella Langdon-Davies (Ret’d) [email protected] 281395 Sedgebrook Social Club Alan Cook 01949 842152 Parish Administrator Davina Tyler [email protected]. 281281 Long Bennington Medical Centre 10 Valley Lane 281220 Prescription re-order line 282992

Church Contacts Book Groups St Swithun’s, Long Bennington Long Bennington Moire Barnabas 283313 Church Warden Sylvia Andrews 283139 Foston Lucy Bliss [email protected] 282661 Treasurer Dr Jane Cowley, 282691 Church Flowers Beryl Holmes 281437 Useful Contacts Bell Ringing Shelagh Dunning [email protected] Long Bennington & Local Villages Rotary Group [email protected] [email protected]) Safeguarding Officer Helen Durham 07564 099799 Long Bennington Girl Guides Pat Fryer (Mon7pm-8.30pm - www.girlguiding.org.uk) 281240

Uniform Groups at Foston St Peter’s Foston 1st Foston Brownies Thursdays 6.30pm Village Hall Verger Jenny Bullock 281611 Rainbows: Tuesdays 4:45pm -5.45pm Village Hall [email protected] Treasurer Andrew Blanchard 01476 979515 Scout Group (all at Gorrie Hall, Chapel Lane, Foston) Safeguarding Officer Eileen Ross 281932 Beaver Scouts: Mondays 6:30-7:30pm Adam Lashbrook [email protected] Cub Scouts: Wednesdays 6:30-8pm Claire Collier 01636 626097 Holy Trinity Allington Scouts Thursdays 7-9pm Les Romans 281217 Church Warden/Treasurer Chris Dicken 281524 Explorer Scouts Mondays 7:45-9:30pm Jenny Wynn 282301 Safeguarding Officer Marian Hubbard 281496 Women’s Institute: (each meet monthly in their local village hall) Flowers Jill Storer/Linda Ryecroft 283542/281516 Long Bennington 1st Tuesday 7:30pm Jan Leventhall 282403 Foston 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm Kathryn Singleton 01476 574954 St Lawrence Sedgebrook Allington 1st Wed 7:45pm Pam Jackson 281320 Church Warden Malcolm Stuart 01949 842231 Church Warden Barbara Farrow 283187 Playing Fields Facilities Booking Manager: Treasurer Ian McKay 01949 843691 Long Bennington Gemma Walker 07790 759956 Safeguarding Officer Alan Cook 01949 842192 Playing Field Management Committee: Mike Manley 01400 282731. Flowers Geraldine Strathern [email protected] Toddler Groups: Long Bennington Toddler Group Kirsten Crutchley 283290 Long Bennington Methodist Chapel Long Bennington Pre-school [email protected] 07816 537242 Steward Martin Gledhill 282239 Treasurer Kathryn Wood 281489 Bowls Club Peter Jordan 281708 Doll Club Anne Scott 282567 Parish Council Clerks Friendship Club Nicola Thorpe 07904 182752 Long Bennington Jane Evans Mon 10:30-12:30 at Village Hall 282716 Junior Football Club Gary Clarkson 07971 784855 [email protected] History Society John Jeffries 282606 Foston James Stanley [email protected] 01522 889737 Twinning Association Kim Roberts 283370 Village Produce Assoc. Bev Gledhill [email protected] 282239 Allington Jane Morton [email protected] Writing Group Shirley Lynn 07726 334280 Sedgebrook Jane Bratton [email protected] 01476 577175 Exercise Classes Blaise Thomas 07918 165245

30 SGPN December 20 January 21 Community Contacts Village Halls: Booking Secretaries Long Bennington Sue Mckinley 07816 267927 Foston Liz Sordy 282065 Allington Joy Hart 282948 Sedgebrook Social Club Alan Cook 01949 842152

Long Bennington Medical Centre 10 Valley Lane 281220 Prescription re-order line 282992

Book Groups Long Bennington Moire Barnabas 283313 Foston Lucy Bliss [email protected] 282661

Useful Contacts

Long Bennington & Local Villages Rotary Group [email protected] [email protected])

Long Bennington Girl Guides Pat Fryer (Mon7pm-8.30pm - www.girlguiding.org.uk) 281240

Uniform Groups at Foston 1st Foston Brownies Thursdays 6.30pm Village Hall Rainbows: Tuesdays 4:45pm -5.45pm Village Hall [email protected] Scout Group (all at Gorrie Hall, Chapel Lane, Foston) Beaver Scouts: Mondays 6:30-7:30pm Adam Lashbrook [email protected] Cub Scouts: Wednesdays 6:30-8pm Claire Collier 01636 626097 Scouts Thursdays 7-9pm Les Romans 281217 Explorer Scouts Mondays 7:45-9:30pm Jenny Wynn 282301

Women’s Institute: (each meet monthly in their local village hall) Long Bennington 1st Tuesday 7:30pm Jan Leventhall 282403 Foston 2nd Tuesday 7:30pm Kathryn Singleton 01476 574954 Allington 1st Wed 7:45pm Pam Jackson 281320

Playing Fields Facilities Booking Manager: Long Bennington Gemma Walker 07790 759956 Playing Field Management Committee: Mike Manley 01400 282731.

Toddler Groups: Long Bennington Toddler Group Kirsten Crutchley 283290 Long Bennington Pre-school [email protected] 07816 537242

Bowls Club Peter Jordan 281708 Doll Club Anne Scott 282567 Friendship Club Nicola Thorpe 07904 182752 Junior Football Club Gary Clarkson 07971 784855 History Society John Jeffries 282606 Twinning Association Kim Roberts 283370 Village Produce Assoc. Bev Gledhill [email protected] 282239 Writing Group Shirley Lynn 07726 334280 Exercise Classes Blaise Thomas 07918 165245

31 SGPN December 20 January 21 Advertising The Saxonwell Group Parish News currently has space to include adverts in our monthly editions, and placing an advert costs as little as £11.00 per month! If you’re interested, please email Joy Jordan at [email protected] We are also always looking for new and interesting articles to include. If you do something extraordinary, or something great has happened to you, then we want to celebrate it! Articles don’t cost anything, and please contact Davina Tyler, [email protected]. 01400 282279 if you are interested.

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Dona:ons to be divided between: St Swithun's Church, Long Bennington Pre-School, and Long Bennington Rotary Club

NB: Collectors will endeavour to keep 2 metres from village residents. Collection-buckets will be placed on the floor, with collectors then standing-back to social- distance whilst donations are made.