2018

Worlington Life

Parish Council Annual Magazine Chairmanʼs Report Parish Council Report

The major problems in the Parish as always, In September 2018 Mr Ian Sheriffgave a very During 2018, the Parish Council has met every Once again, the Parish Grant was under threat, revolve around the familiar subjects of roads informative talk on the ever increasing problem two months for scheduled meetings and there used to support the upkeep of the churchyards, and drains. Potholes appear and are repaired of dementia and in this instance particularly the have also been some additional meetings to grass cutting and a grant to the Parish Hall. fairly promptly but alas, more always rapidly effect in the rural communities. A follow-up discuss a Planning Application where the Because of this, Councillors decided at the develop elsewhere. It seems the problem is, presentation will be given after the work on the response is required to be sent to North Devon November budget meeting to increase the and always will be, continually ongoing. The aforementioned foyer has been completed, Council before the next scheduled meeting. 21 Precept from £3,100 to £3,500 to try and drains are unblocked and renewed but it is not probably in June or July 2019. days are allowed for Councillors to consider mitigate the loss of the Grant from North Devon always the right ones at the right time, which Applications and sometimes those 21 days slips Council. understandably causes frustration to the people between the last meeting and the next meeting, affected. However, we continue to make It seems that the Fire Service had forgotten - or which is the reason why an additional meeting At the last minute, Parishes were told that the representations to higher authorities always misplaced - records of the whereabouts of has to be called. Grant would not be halved as feared but we hoping that eventually, things will improve at a some of the fire hydrants. A search ensued and have been told it is likely to be withdrawn for the faster rate. the working ones duly identified and are now There was also an Extraordinary meeting on 8 2020/21 financial year. We will have to wait painted yellow. March to discuss the road from West and see what the newly formed District Council Aserious situation arose with the road from Wood Worlington to Affeton Cross. 40 parishioners vote, as it is the District Council elections on 2 Park Cross to Affeton Moor Cross. Major Our thanks to our Snow Warden Mr Darren were present and were pleased and relieved to May. disintegration has occurred on the road through Phillip who was called upon again this year to hear that Devon Highways no longer had plans lack of maintenance.. Because of the unstable help keep the villagers on the move during the to close the road and, in the next financial year, The date of 2 May also sees Parish Council condition of the road Devon Highways threatened period of snow. The road clearance and gritting it will be brought up to a good standard. County elections when the life of our current Council to effect closure or, alternatively, to turn it into a were carried out as planned. Councillor Yabsley's hard work and efforts of will come to an end on 6 May and Councillors green lane. The Parish Council, the wider the last 18 months has paid off. elected will begin their term of office on 7 May community and in particular District Councillor Mr In September we were treated to the 2018 Tour There are 7 seats to fill on the Parish Council Jeremy Yabsley fought vigorously to reverse the of Britain Cycle Race passing through the Councillor Philip Risdon was again elected If 8 or more nominations are received from decision. Funds have now been found because border of our Parish on the B3137. Although Chairman at the Annual Parish Council meeting parishioners wishing to stand, there will be an of Councillor Yabsley's months of tireless work this was a fairly brief experience with regard to in May and Councillor Philip Brown was elected election. If 7 or fewer nominations are received, dealing with this problem and repairs are now seeing the extremely speedy cyclists, the as Vice Chairman. those who have put themselves forward will be promised. However, to add to the problems on spectacle was amply bolstered with the police deemed to have been elected, regardless of the the road a crack appeared on the road bridge outriders, race marshalls and support vehicles. There was a new procedure for the 2017/18 fact that people have not gone to a Polling crossing the stream, this is now deemed unsafe Many people from the local communities lined audit where if a Parish Council had income or Station and voted for them. If there are to use and is closed until the repairs on the bridge the roadside to support the riders. Every expenditure under £25,000, it was not required vacancies on the Parish Council due to not all are completed. participant passed through without incident. to have an external audit. the seats being filled, the Parish Council is East Worlington Parish Council fell into this obliged to co-opt people to fill them. A small increase in the local Council Tax Earlier, during 2018 Councillor Nicola Broe category and issued an exemption confirming Precept has been agreed on because of the resigned and was replaced by Diana Sturla. that it was under the £25,000 threshold. An The Clerk has attended training during the year: grant from North Devon District Council is about Diana's co-option was particularly timely as she internal audit was carried out and found to be Making Good Decisions and Budgets and to be discontinued. The Precept is for the did a lot of work in reporting the problem of the satisfactory. Precepts, both delivered by the Devon continued maintenance of the War Memorial, disintegrating road from Wood Park Cross to Association of Local Councils. In May, it will be the village pump and a contribution to thePCC Affeton Cross and she also had help from Paul Parish Councillors are waiting to have more the 10th anniversary of her being appointed Clerk. for the upkeep of the village churchyards. Winter in collating all the information for the information from the Solicitors and Diocese of Parish Council and for Devon Highways . Exeter regarding the piece of land between the Sue Squire This year a defibrillator will be installed on the Parish Hall and the metalled road. Parish Clerk exterior wall of the soon to be completed, We continue as always, to serve our March 2019 extended new foyer to the Parish Hall. The community. A small Committee was formed to consider decision to provide a defibrillator was whether the Parish Plan should be reviewed unanimously agreed on by the Parish Council Philip Risdon and it was decided not to proceed. as an essential requirement for the Parish.

2 3 North Devon District Council Report

As many of you will know, I resigned from that so many relied upon would be phased types of crime including but not limited to areas nationally for barriers to housing and my position as Chairman of North Devon out making a large proportion of farms anti-social behaviour and disorder, child services. Average earnings are below the Council because of ill health. I was unprofitable. sexual abuse, hate crimes, problem use of national average - and house prices and extremely disappointed not to have been Other wide ranging issues included the drugs, alcohol and other substances, arson cost of living above the national average able to undertake the second year but at many skills required by a successful farmer, and deliberate fires, fraud and crimes contribute to a number of issues including least I have been able to start the recovery the age of farmers nationally, how younger against the vulnerable elderly. Protection of food poverty, fuel poverty, homelessness, process and am feeling much stronger. people can enter farming, rural mental local communities from the threat and mental health and wellbeing. I first mentioned in my 2017 report, that the health & well being, a lack of vets at consequences of criminal and anti-social Believe it or not, the 2011-2031 North Devon Boundary Commission for England were abattoirs, climate change, the UK/Argentina behaviour means reducing both the and Torridge Local Plan has been delivered! starting their Electoral review of the North trade agreement and the badger cull. It all incidence and fear of crime. Of necessity, it I shudder to think how much it has all cost Devon District. The review is now complete provided important and valuable involves help from the community to with so many changes being demanded by with very few changes to Council size and information to North Devon Council. identify the nature and threat of the crime, Central Government. Ward Boundaries across North Devon. the problems and solutions. Sadly, across BRAINchild-Inform is the programme I set However, we now know that that East Financial matters continue to dominate, with Devon rates of self-harm, suicide, metal up to gently help primary school children Worlington Parish will be listed with the finance team seeking further ways to health and behavioural admissions from understand about Dementia. It is Witheridge Ward (not Chulmleigh Ward) – achieve savings within the Council's drug misuse are increasing. Age profiles for progressing well with more than 100 primary immediately after the May elections. budgets. That said, the Council has a good self-harm and suicide vary significantly. schools requesting talks, a copy of my book I continue to sit and work on several track record of delivering effi ciencies and Crimes against vulnerable adults seems to and more information about this committees including Audit (Vice Chairman), savings – and is in good shape to meet this be giving rise to increased concern. Many complicated disease of the brain. I pass my Planning, Overview & Scrutiny, Crime & challenge. There has been an expected are silent crimes – crimes behind closed most grateful thanks to East Worlington Disorder Sub-Committee, Personnel, Staff increase of 2.99% in the level of Council Tax doors often involving fraud or theft by School – the feedback they provided as part Consultation and Ethics - all very charged for 2019-20 by North Devon someone known to them, where the victim is of the pilot scheme was most welcome and interesting, extremely time consuming but Council. too frightened or too embarrassed to report helpful. nevertheless essential. The Government's Spending Review took it. It has been a tough year for all councils Perhaps the most important meeting called place in 2015, announcing that local In Devon, the population is expected to rise across the board, County, District, Town and by The Overview & Scrutiny (O&S) governments faced further reductions by approximately 13% by 2019 (878,400). Parish - with many challenges. But, East committee this year was with various nationally – 53% over the period 2019-20. In While groups under age 39 and below are Worlington amongst others have managed representatives of the agricultural industry. addition, they announced that by the end of expected to remain relatively static, much to steer their way through. Without doubt, it We strongly feel that agriculture is the this parliament local government would greater increases are estimated in the older is the strong community spirit that has kept sector that shapes North Devon more than retain 100% of all business rates. But they groups by 2039. the village together and played a vital role in any other – it underpins the rest of our changed their minds and then offered the The pension population is estimated to grow the enjoyment and tranquillity of the village economy by attracting the businesses and opportunity for local councils to bid to by around 29%. More people are moving and surrounding area. tourists that provide incomes for our become pilot areas for 75% business rates into Devon than moving out, particularly people. The recently announced Agriculture in 2019-20. Devon's bid was unsuccessful – those aged 30-69 years. The older Bill which was published in September 2018, and now North Devon will revert back to the population (65+) are projected to rise by As always, I offer my most grateful thanks to is intended to provide investment for the original 50/50% scheme. 45% by 2039 – and this age group generally the Parish Council and everyone in East environment and allow farmers to take back North Devon District Council is experiencing requires more care. Worlington for their support for the past control of their farms and surroundings an increased demand for services, Rural areas in Devon tend to be more twelve years. You will have a new District after almost 50 years ofE U rules. particularly in the area of homelessness deprived compared to other rural areas Councillor in May after the local elections. Unfortunately, the new Bill makes no prevention. At the same time, there has been elsewhere in the country. The mainly indoor Whoever is elected I am sure they will look mention of food production - which all a detrimental impact on the income from environment and barriers to housing and after you all very well. representatives present said would be planning, car parks, recyclable materials services highlight areas of significant With my very best wishes. extremely damaging for farmers. and commercial waste. That said, the challenge in Devon, and generally Overall, the farming community felt theEU Council finances are in relatively good contribute to poorer population health. Cllr Sue Croft, for East Worlington had been beneficial to them as it provided a shape. 27.5% of the Devon population live in the certain amount of protection including Being part of the Overview & Scrutiny Crime top 20% most deprived areas nationally for Chulmleigh Ward. financial support. They expressed fears that & Disorder Sub-Committee is quite an indoor environment – and 54.6% of the basic payments for beef and sheep farmers enlightening experience. The emphasis is population live in the top 20% most deprived 25th February 2019 on community safety, encompassing all 4 5 East Worlington Parish Hall Parish Hall Trustees and Worlington Heritage Project Management Committee 2017- 2019

The Parish Hall Trustees also act as the In 2017 East Worlington Parish Hall secured a Management Committee. We hold six scheduled Heritage Lottery Grant to support our Heritage meetings a year in January, March, May, July, Project called 'Conservation and Celebration: A September, and November. If there is any Century Serving Our Community as a Parish immediate and urgent business extra-ordinary Hall'. The Heritage Lottery support started in To add relevance and interest to this meetings are held. The committee has two main July 2017 and had a time frame of 2 years to be centenary event attendees were invited sub-committees to manage specific activities for completed by the end of June 2019. The project to dress in a style of any decade over the the full committee. These sub-committees are had four key elements, conservation, research, last 100 years. Conservation, Improvement and Maintenance learning and digital outputs. The conservation Sub-committee who focus on work on the element focused on conserving and improving Many celebrations have a cake as a building, and Community Programme Sub- the kitchen at the Parish Hall. This work was Our Heritage: Parish Hall central feature. We were no different, committee who arrange the community social and we had a special celebratory cake successfully completed in the Spring of 2018. Centenary activities. To secure the sustainability of the Hall Research, learning and digital output continued baked and iced. On the top of the icing for the future fund-raising remains high on the 2019 was a landmark in the history of the was an image of the Hall as it was for the duration of the project. Outcomes from Parish Hall. Our research shows the barn, agenda of the Committee, both in terms of fund- this work have included, interesting facts around 1919. We invited one of our raising activities and in grant applications. which was originally owned by the church, was residents, Michael Wall, who had for well sheets; development of a timeline facility on the used as community rooms from the late C19th During the year we thanked and said goodbye Worlington Heritage website over 50 years served our community and to Rachel Jenkins, who left the Committee under the management of the then rector for had made a significant contribution to our https://ewph.uk/home2/heritage- East Worlington, Reverend H.A. Hill. In 1919 having offered sterling work as Honorary projects/heritage-information/timelines/ ; Parish Hall over that period of time, to Secretary for several years. We welcomed two events influenced the future of the building, cut the cake. development of an electronic and hard copy firstly the appointment of a new rector, Maxine Difford to the Committee as our new Steve Baber, project lead, provided a archive of documents, photographs and Reverend Henry John Hodgson, and secondly Honorary Secretary and her contribution is short interesting talk with slides to artefacts; workshop and report on the Skills and the end ofW W1 when there was a national continuing to ensure the Committee has Techniques of the Archaeologist; a Good explain about the history of the Hall, how excellent administration. Patrick Dwen initiative to encourage parishes to erect a Governance Guidance document; exhibitions memorial for the people who died in the war. it had been developed as a building and (Honorary Treasurer) also decided to leave the and presentations; reports and newsletters in how it had been used for a wide range of Committee in May 2019. Our thanks go to Many parishes electing to build a Memorial Hall. support of the conservation work; and a record community purposes. Patrick for effectively and efficiently In East Worlington the rector offered to sell the of the Community Centenary Celebration event. Entertainment was organised by Mark administering the Hall's accounts. This was no barn to the community to be converted into a Edmonds, a member of our community, mean task given the complexity of the many Parish Hall. The final transfer of ownership was who ran a music quiz, with examples of grants and funding streams. We welcome Nigel in May 1920. The Worlington Heritage Project Sedgwick as new Honorary Treasurer and wish 2017 / 2019, supported by a Heritage Lottery music from a century of decades with him well in this key role. Worlington Heritage Website grant, focused on the heritage associated with some favourites that brought back The Committee continues to be grateful to all Our Worlington Heritage website the Hall, researching and learning more about memories. the volunteers who are not committee members https://ewph.uk/ was started as part of the its history and evolution, and celebrating 'A To conclude, we toasted the Parish Hall but support the Parish Hall in many ways, Heritage Lottery supported project called Century Serving Our Community as a Parish last century and looked forward with offering their time, skills and expertise. 'Conserve and Research East Worlington Parish Hall' optimism to the next 100 years. Committee Members are: Hall, a Converted C17th Cob and Thatched Tithe Barn' in January 2015. The site was Parish Hall Centenary Celebration Parish Hall Thanks to Volunteers Steve Baber (Chair) One of our Heritage Project 2017 / 2019 aims East Worlington Parish Hall Committee, Campie Hurst-Bannister (Vice-chair Community) developed with the technical expertise of Martin Bond and content was added through the was to celebrate of our heritage, and this was themselves volunteers recognise, celebrate and Miya Bond (Vice-chair Projects) brought together with a Community Celebration thank the vital and important contribution made Patrick Dwen (Hon.Treasurer-to May 2019) research of the Worlington Heritage Group. th Since its initial establishment the site has Event, held on 16 March 2019. The event was by all volunteers that contribute in so many Nigel Sedgwick (Hon.Treasurer from May 2019) well attended with over 80 members of our ways to serve the community. The list of Maxine Difford (Honorary Secretary) continued to be active, developed and improved. As part of the Heritage Lottery community joining in. It was a great experience different ways people have contributed to the Lorna Manton (Booking Secretary) to be part of this celebration and see so many of running and management of the Hall, the Ray Bassingthwaigthe( PCC Rep) supported project 'Conservation and Celebration: A Century Serving Our Community our community attend this important event. The conservation, maintenance and improvements Philip Risdon (Parish Council Rep) community spirit and energy has been a driving to the Hall, the support for the provision of a Angie Lunn (School Rep) as a Parish Hall' further sections, content and information have been added. A visit to the site's force of the Hall over the last century and this range of community events, fund-raising Brian Edwards evening was a superb demonstration of it in activities, etc. is too extensive for this article, Jonathan Harford Heritage Projects section provides access to a range of heritage information 2019. There were several aspects that but every minute volunteering has made a Sandy Haughton contributed to the event: positive difference. Shirley Moore 6 https://ewph.uk/home2/heritage-projects/ 7

19 More than Parish Hall We believe our community deserves a The car park area adjacent to the Parish Hall Parish Hall – Re-rendering and Conservation and Improvements: needs-led service and facility and we strive has been improved and additional designated to offer one, and respond, as much as is parking remains a community priority for the Windows Conservation Our Vision, Values and Mission possible, to local needs and aspirations. Parish Hall. As a community we celebrate our Render The Parish Hall has seen significant · We recognise and understand the successes and achievements of our long-term By 2017 there were clear signs of deterioration conservation and improvement work over the importance of good relationships and Conservation and Improvement Plan. of the external render to the cob walls. Due to last decade and this has been possible with the believe partnerships and collaborations are water penetration the render on the external financial support of many funding sources, but it important to ensure our community can Parish Hall Foyer Project is important we don't lose sight of why this has walls had started to delaminate, with areas benefit from high quality Parish Hall One of the Parish Hall long-term plan ambitions where the render had totally failed and was no happened – Our Vision, Values and Mission. resource and facilities. was to make improvements to the foyer and Vision longer attached to the cob wall or had · We understand we live in a small rural toilets. A wonderful opportunity became completely fallen off. The west elevation (front In 2011 we established the following Parish Hall community and believe that looking available in 2018 when Garfield Weston vision. of the Hall) was affected the most and also outwards to the international community Foundation opened their Anniversary fund to serious signs of delamination on the south ' We aim to maximise the opportunities enriches and adds value to our own support community projects. This led to some offered by our Parish Hall to support our elevation. Action needed to be taken to community and we believe we can actively speedy work by members of the Parish Hall preserve the cob wall and the overall integrity of community. We believe our Parish Hall is a support other communities, especially in Committee to put together a detailed plan and vital 'Community Hub' and is able to impact the building. Mike Wye Associates undertook a developing countries. secure required permissions. The plan included condition survey and confirmed that the Hall positively on the lives of people who live We believe there is always scope to foyer, toilets and storage. The preparation work within the community. We believe our required re rendering. A successful grant improve our services and facilities and we was completed within weeks and a grant application provided funds to enable the Parish Hall is a vital feature of our local and value the contribution of vision, ideas, and application was submitted by the end of June building to be completely re-rendered. This was Devonian heritage and must be conserved feedback and recognise and support the 2018. It was with great celebration that we successfully achieved in August 2018. as a Heritage Learning Centre.' importance of celebration of achievement.' received confirmation in October 2018 that our Windows Values Mission application had been successful to the sum of The two windows in the front elevation are not We have clarified a range of organisational Our Mission is laid down in our Constitution and £90,000. Our thanks go to Garfield Weston original to the barn. The barn would not have values to guide what we do and how we do it. is as follows: Foundation for this fantastic contribution in had windows. They are however 'old' windows They are outlined below: ' As of 1920 it was bought by the Parish support of our community. Work started on the shown by the moulding on the timber, the ' We believe in actively supporting the project in March 2019. The first task was to Council and “held upon trust for the construction and the glazing. It is most likely maintenance and further development of a remove by a specialist firm the asbestos based purposes of the village hall for the use of they came from another building and were fairer society, where everyone can soffit of the old extension. Work started in the inhabitants of East Worlington and the installed in the barn when it became a Hall for participate and has the opportunity to fulfil earnest with the demolition of the old building neighbourhood without distinction of sex or community use. Over the years the timber has their potential, and we treat people as and the creation of the foundations of the new of political, religious or other opinions, and become wet and has started to rot. There is individuals, irrespective of differences, extension. As this is historic site and in particular for the use of meetings, evidence of some repairing in the past, but they placing positive value on diversity in the groundwork needed excavation an lectures and classes, and for other forms of were in very poor condition by 2017 and likely community. archaeologist had to be on site to record any recreation and leisure-time occupation, with to totally rot away. A survey of the windows was · We believe in securing rural community findings. One feature of the new extension was the object of improving the conditions of life undertaken by Haydons who confirmed that it sustainibility and we actively: to face the walls in reclaimed stone and this for the inhabitants”. might be possible to repair the windows, o support learning across the was achieved through the donation of parish however it would depend on a thorough community Conservation and Improvement residents from a range of local sites. The stone investigation when the windows were removed o support local tradespeople by matches the foundation stone of the hall and from their locations in the wall. The local Plan Makes Progress wall stone of the kitchen and this was using their expertise and skills In 2011 the Parish Hall Committee conducted a Conservation Officer supported the repairing of when possible required/approved by the Conservation Officer. the windows as a preferred solution. Haydons community questionnaire survey seeking views The new build consists of an improved entrance o support local food produces by from the community about the Parish Hall and were commissioned to undertake the work. The using their produce for catering foyer; male, female and disabled toilets and windows were removed, inspected and repaired their key priorities. Four priorities, at the time, storage. Plumbing and electrical services meet when possible at the same time as the re rendering in August were highlighted by the community, (i) improve current standards and are compliant with legal o encourage the potential for 2018. Again this work was only possible as a the internal conditions of the hall, (ii) improve requirements. Improved insulation and community (social) enterprise result of securing grant funding. the kitchen facilities, (iii) improve the toilet, foyer underfloor heating contributes to our · We believe in supporting the quality of and storage facilities and (iv) improve car environmental credentials. New external and community life within a small rural parking. This led to an improvement and internal doors complete the full improvements community and we aim to encourage and business plan and since 2011 the Parish Hall to the facility. We look forward to the benefits of contribute to: Committee have focused on achieving the the project for years to come. o community engagement and ambitions of the community. 2016 saw the interaction completion of the refurbishment of the main o community development hall, 2018 saw the improvements to the kitchen o community cohesion facility, and 2019 the completion of the foyer, o community good health and well- toilet and storage project. being · 8 9 Parish Hall Community Teddy Bear Auction Winnie's Memorial Quiz Laughing Cockerel Programme Winnie Corley who resided in the parish for In response to popular demand during the year Throughout the year the Parish Hall Committee Liz Guppy and Sandy Haughton, two members many years, was a long-serving member of the the Parish Hall has opened its doors on several has continued to offer a community programme of the Parish Hall Committee, had a brilliant Parish Hall Committee and a person who occasions for Pub Night at 'Laughing Cockerel' of activities. While our community programme idea to hold a Teddy Bear auction and they contributed to the community in many ways These are very social events which mainly does provide opportunities for some income to worked diligently to achieve this. They collected including key roles on Worlington Parochial include catering and a community pub quiz. Our support the running of the Parish Hall the main Teddy Bears from a wide range of donors, and Church Council, Worlington WI. and as a thanks go to all the volunteers who enable purpose of the activities is to provide social, these bears were then sold through the auction volunteer at East Worlington Primary School. these events to take place. Special thanks to recreational and learning activities which we held at the Parish Hall. Liz and Sandy worked Winnie loved quizzes and sport. Sadly Winnie Brian Edwards who has masterminded the bar, believe make a vital contribution to our with East Worlington Primary School, especially passed away and in remembrance and tribute Ron and Shirley Moore and Barbara Edwards community's well-being, cohesion and sense of Suzi Pinn, Head of School and this ensured the we held a Memorial Quiz with a Sports theme. who have taken a lead on providing catering at identity. During the year the programme has pupils were involved in this exciting activity. The quizmaster for this event was Steve Baber. these events and to Mark Edmonds, pub consisted of: The quiz was well attended, and the feedback quizmaster extraordinaire. We look forward to Pub Nights at the Laughing Cockerel confirmed attendees had appreciated the more pub nights in the future. Community Quiz purpose of the event and enjoyed it. Annual Community Quiz Monthly Brunch The ever popular annual community quiz was Centenary Celebration Event Pilates held again during the year and thanks go to Entertainment evenings with catering Mat work Pilates classes are run at East Michael Wall who continues to provide his Christmas Events Worlington Parish Hall on Thursday mornings services as the Quizmaster. While the quiz can from September to the end of April. They are be competitive it is also an enjoyable and fun Community Brunch run by Kathy Gardner a Chartered evening held in good spirit. Prizes are provided The Monthly Community Brunch has continued Physiotherapist and Pilates instructor. for the winning team. There is also a 'booby to be held between 10.00am and 12.00 noon on We have two classes, one at 9.15am and one prize' for the team with the lowest score. All in the second Sunday of each month in the Parish at 10.30am. good fun. The event raises funds to reinvest in Hall. There was a break for the Crocus and We start with a general warm up in standing the Parish Hall as a community facility. Cream Teas event in March and also a break Brian Percival produced a very professional and then work on control, strength and flexibility 2p Coin Collection while improvement work was undertaken at the catalogue which added to the auction's on either mats or foam rollers. The sessions We have continued to collect 2ps as one Hall. This has become a regular event when the authenticity. We were very fortunate to secure suit any ability as they are small groups so approach to fund-raising in support of our community can meet for a chat while enjoying the services of a professional auctioneer, everyone can work at their own personal level. Parish Hall. Our target is to collect sufficient 2ps their chosen selection from the menu. Our Christopher Hampton, of auctioneers Bearnes Prior to joining the group an individual session to form them in a line from East Worlington thanks go to all the volunteers who contribute Hampton and Littlewood who ran the auction. with Kathy is necessary to assess your Church to West Worlington Church. We their time on a regular basis in support of this Proceeds supported East Worlington Primary strengths and weaknesses and give you an continue to collect so please keep saving and event. Special thanks go to Mark, our chef, who School Garden Project and East Worlington insight into this method of exercising. donating. All donations of 2ps should be given manages the preparation and cooking with Parish Hall Improvements. Thanks go to Liz If you are interested in trying Pilates get in to Liz Guppy. calmness and skill. There is no need to book and Sandy, Suzi Pinn and all at East Worlington touch at 07974910719 or email and it is always good to see regular and new Primary School, Brian, Christopher Hampton, [email protected] Hiring the Hall 'customers'. all the donors and all the people who purchased Parish Hall Monthly Draw Throughout the year Lorna Manton, Booking Secretary, has provided an excellent service teddy bears. East Worlington Parish Hall holds a Monthly Magician Entertains ensuring the bookings for the Hall are well Draw. We have many regular supporters and Campie Hurst-Bannister, one member of the managed. enrolment is easy. To register for the Monthly Parish Hall Committee, organised a very The Hall continues to provide a vital venue for Draw, you must be over 16 years old and entertaining event on 15th February 2019 with a East Worlington Parish Council, Worlington register for a minimum of 12 months with magician, Michael King, a member of the Magic Parochial Church Council and East Worlington continuations in blocks of 12 months. Entry into Circle. His talents were amazing and even Parish Hall Committee meetings. Ukele the Draw is £1.00 per number per month. All under close scrutiny by the audience his 'slight The Hall has been used frequently in support of The 11 strong, ‘Band people registering in the draw will be provided of hand' could not be revealed. In addition to the Parish Hall Committee's Community with no name,’ meets with a unique draw number for each entry. the 'awe and wonder' at the magical mystic, his programme including monthly brunches, quiz once a fortnight in A draw is made every month, and there is one personality and humour made the whole nights and social nights when the Hall becomes the Parish Hall. We prize winner each month who will receive 50% evening a great success. the 'Laughing Cockerel' for pub nights. strum our ukuleles, of the total funds received during that month. Michael also put on a special show during the The Hall is hired on a regular basis for various sing and enjoy a little The administration arrangements of the Draw afternoon for the children of East Worlington activities every month for the benefit and banter. We have a have continued through the voluntary services Primary School who were memorised and enjoyment of the local community. growing repertoire of Paul Guppy. [email protected] enthralled by the magical 'tricks' he performed Booking is easy: Contact Lorna Email including Old Crow Thanks go to Paul for them. [email protected] or Phone 01884 860657 Medicine Show, Bob More details are found on our website The proceed from the event supported Visit our website for more details Dylan, Beach Boys http://www.eastworlingtonparishhall.btck.co.uk/ Worlington Churches and East Worlington http://www.eastworlingtonparishhall.btck.co.uk and The Kinks. MonthlyDraw Parish Hall. BookingandHiringInformation 10 11 Contact Information EAST WORLINGTON PRE-SCHOOL Chairperson: Lully Newman:[email protected] Company secretary:Gina Randall [email protected] Early Years Leader: Lydia RobertsL [email protected] 01884 861722 PARISH COUNCIL ewpc.btck.co.uk EAST WORLINGTON PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP Councillor Philip Brown (Chairman)[email protected] 01884 861268 Jasmine [email protected] 07971021306 Councillor Diana Sturla (Vice Chairman)[email protected] 07849 862094 WORLINGTON COMMUNITY WEBSITE Councillor Philip Risdon [email protected] 860334 Web Co-ordinator: Mr Steve Baber : [email protected] Councillor Derek [email protected] 01884 860437 PARISH HALL eastworlingtonparishhall.btck.co.uk Chairman: Mr Steve Baber :[email protected] 01884 861640 PARISH CLERK Vice Chairman: Mrs Campie Hurst-Bannister: [email protected] Mrs Sue Squire, Haxlea, 2 Threeways, 01884 860332 Bratton Fleming, Barnstaple, EX314TG [email protected] 01598 710526 Hon Treasurer: Mr Patrick Dwen: [email protected] 01884 860969 DISTRICT COUNCILLOR Hon Secretary: Maxine Difford:[email protected] 07841847564 Mr Jeremy Yabsley [email protected] 01884 860745 Booking Clerk: Mrs Lorna Manton: [email protected] 01884 860675 COUNTY COUNCILLOR ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Mr Jeremy Yabsley [email protected] 01884 860745 Lt Col (Ret'd) P. E. Townsend MBE 01884 861571 MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT POLICE Peter Heaton-Jones [email protected] 01271 43430 Non-urgent enquiries 101 or 01712 193986 DOCTORS PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL OFFICERS Witheridge 01884 860205 Chairman: Revd. Adrian Wells [email protected] 01884 860678 Chulmleigh 01769 580295 Vice Chairman: Mr Ray [email protected] VETERINARY CLINICS 01884 860568 Witheridge 01884 860236 Hon Secretary: Mr Charles Mills [email protected] 01884 860651 Lapford 01363 83317 Hon Treasurer: Mrs Paula Townsend 01884 860872 FARM WATCH/NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH Stewardship Group: Mr GeoffBoyles, Mr Patrick Brook, Co-ordinator: Mr GeoffBoyles 01884 861093 Mrs Rosie Brook, Mr Michael Wall. THE AMORY CENTRE, SOUTH MOLTON PARISH REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE NEWSLETTER The following agencies operate from the Centre at 125 East Street, South Molton Mrs Rosemarie Webber 01884 860437 For opening times 01769 572501 CHURCHWARDENS Citizens Advice Bureau (Thursday) 01271 377077 St Mary's East Worlington Library 01769 572128 Mr Ray [email protected] 01884 860568 Tourist Information (Mon-Sat March to Oct) 01769 574122 St Mary's West Worlington Volunteer Bureau (1st Wednesday 2-4pm) 01769 573167 Mr Patrick Brook [email protected] 01884 860978 BOOK EXCHANGE Mr Charles Mills [email protected] 01884 860651 St Mary's West Worlington: Paula Townsend 01884 860872 EAST WORLINGTON PRIMARY SCHOOL REFUSE (Part of Chulmleigh Academy Trust) Black/green bins alternate Fridays, green one week black the next. Executive Headteacher: Chulmleigh Academy Trust, Mr Mike Johnson 01769 580215 Green boxes, green bags and brown bags - every Wednesday Head of School: Suzie Pinn 01884 861722 School Administrator: [email protected] 01884 860567 BULKY RUBBISH - Greensweep Direct 01271 374776. Items collected subject to Chair of Board of Directors: Chulmleigh Academy Trust, Mr Steve Baber 01769 580215 charge

12 13 East Worlington Primary School Our School We have two classes at East Worlington Primary School, Acorn Class (Key Stage 1 - 4 to 7 year olds) and Oak Class (Key Stage 2 - 8 to 10 year olds) and our Year 6 pupils (10 and 11 year olds) attend Chulmleigh Academy Trust’s Year Six Academy based in Chulmleigh. thematic approach. Starting with a specific topic While many of our pupils live outside the parish, or theme we plan our curriculum subjects for all onto silk and many more techniques This we see ourselves as a community school and year groups to support learning. Examples of activity was organised by two members of our very much an integral part of East Worlington themes include In the Autumn we focused on community and the quilt now has pride of place Community. Our main purpose is that every Conflict and Resolution (Autumn Term), Planet in the Parish Hall. child who attends the school receives the best Heroes (Spring Term) and Life, The Universe We also contributed to the making of a local possible education and start in life. We believe and Everything (Summer Term). Using these book about the area. in high standards and in offering a wide-ranging main ideas we stimulate interest in learning by and exciting curriculum. Wattle & dorb weaving the pupils and get some exciting English, Pupils Maths, Science and topic outcomes. We also experienced World War I trenches We are very proud of our pupils; their learning and exemplary behaviour and we’ve had an which fitted very nicely into our previous topic Examples of some activities this year amazing school year with so much happening looking at World War I. At the beginning of the Autumn term, we had a to support their broad educational experience. Teddy Bears’ picnic for the Acorns which was a The pupils have taken part in the celebration great starting point for the Grand Teddy Bear of both Harvest and Christmas with a lovely Auction which was on the 2nd November at candle-lit Christmas carol service in the church, 7.00pm, in conjunction with East Worlington followed by a social with mince pies and mulled Parish Hall. wine, and our big Christmas draw. At the end of the Summer term we had an We were attended the pantomime, Peter amazing Volunteers tea party to say thank you Pan, at the Queens Theatre Barnstaple. This to all the wonderful people who contribute so was one of the best productions we have ever much towards enriching the pupils’ education. We ran a project looking at recipes that have seen, with 3D effects, a real flying scene and We had an amazing production of 'The Wind in been passed from generation to generation. We much more and the pupils were thrilled by the the Willows' with our year 5's all taking large made some of the recipes and compiled a performance. Saxon life World War 1 trenches roles and entrancing the audience with this recipe booklet with an explanation for each captivating story. recipe why it was a favourite. Esme wrote 500 word Curriculum and school performance The Oaks went to Chulmleigh Community In March, to mark the date, we had a Victorian story for the BBC The school has gone from strength to strength College to be part of the royal visit and opening day. We found out about the history of the young writers award in achieving high quality education and this has by The Duke of Gloucester. school and experienced what it would have competition been recognised by external School been like to be a child in the Victorian times. In successfully made it Improvement Partners and Education Advisers. Part of the Community the afternoon the Oaks visited a local farm to through the first round In their reports following their visits they We have taken part in the 100 year celebrations experience a Victorian farm and try out some Our Year 3/4 mixed football team won the inter consistently comment on the progress the for the Parish Hall which mark the end of the Victorian games. trust school’s tournament, which was a great children are making and commend the clear Worlington Heritage Project, in which the school result for a small school. action plans we have for further improvements. has participated. The pupils visited the World War I memorial An example of our improvement work with The Oak class attended Hooke Court display which was held in the Parish Hall. This pupils is a focus on spelling. We are taking part residential where they spent 3 days immersed helped the pupils understand better the in the decision-making spelling project aims, to in learning about the Saxons: making wattle information about local residents who were help the children become better at spelling and daub weaving; silver work for jewellery; enlisted. through daily spelling sessions, hearing Saxon tales; making food and making As part of our local history and heritage study boats to sail in the moat. We dressed up and Work with our partner primary schools in the pupils worked on a huge quilt which experienced everyday life in a replica Saxon Chulmleigh Academy Trust we have developed provides an aerial view of the village and hut. our new curriculum which now follows a illustrated by using stitching, quilting, printing . 14 15 East Worlington Toddler East Worlington Group Pre-School (0-5 years)

We offer a warm, friendly welcome to all; During the summer term 2018 East Worlington whether you are a parent, soon-to-be parent or preschool had anOFSTE D inspection and we carer. The group runs on a Tuesday (term are delighted to say that we areGOO D in all Staffi ng time), 9:15-11:15 in the hall at East Worlington areas. During the year we said good-bye to Lindsey Primary School. I am incredibly happy and proud of this result Hartrey, Andrea Galea and Suzie Edwards who and thank everyone who supported me through have left our staff, and to Barbara Edwards who There is plenty to keep the little ones busy with this. has free-play, craft, an outdoor covered area and The inspection report can be found on the retired. Thank you everyone for your tireless, the use of the garden during the summer Ofsted website. hard work. We welcomed Tracey Dodd, who is months. For the babies, we have a dedicated a job share in Oaks, Heather Pinn who will be area and self-weigh scales. The children sit In September 2018 we bid a fond farewell to covering Planning, Preparation and down for snack time part way through the lovely Barbara Edwards who was the Preschool Assistant for many years, we want to wish her Assessment (PPA) time and teacher non- session, when grown-ups can also enjoy a The Partnership Foundation Stage Unit( PFSU) all the best in her retirement and hope she is contact time and Angie Lunn who has been cuppa and cake. enables the children to have a seamless having a well-earned rest. Tamara Parish has running the out of school club and is a 1:1T A. transition from Preschool into Reception where now joined us as the new Preschool Assistant. they can continue their learning journey with The Preschool children on roll currently stand at Out of School Club confidence. This has been working well for the 12. These children range in age from two to We are pleased that we are now running a staffand children, taking part in jointly planned four years old. Our sessions are Monday, before and after school club for the children of A couple of months ago we enjoyed our activities together on a daily basis, enabling all Wednesday and Friday 9-3.30. the school from 8-8.50 and 3.30-6.00. This has Christmas party, where all the children met children to access play based activities and to proved to be a very popular out of activity and is Father Christmas and received a gift. explore and experience more practical learning. thriving, with numbers growing. Hopefully, with the worst of the winter behind us, we can now look forward to organising a We look forward to another wonderful year here The School Garden few trips to local parks. at East Worlington preschool and a big thank you Following the success of the grant applications Nights out for the mum's and dads are also There have been some more changes and to the continued support we receive from our for our garden project, we have received organised throughout the year to enjoy some updating to thePFS U room this year, with a funding for both phase 1 and 2 of the project. child-free socialising. newly painted cosy corner with lots of lovely parents. Phase 1 entails creating a multi-functional cushions and new books for the children to garden with a sensory area, a role play area, There is a small charge of £1 per family to explore and enjoy quiet time. Lydia Roberts raised beds, all weather paths and seating attend and you can find us on Facebook (East We have also changed the garden area slightly Pre-school Manager areas. Phase 2 involves an outdoor classroom Worlington Toddler Group 0-5 years) or contact with a new water play area which has a big which will be used all year round for outdoor Jasmine Welch on water wall feature. This has provided more lessons and other general outdoor educational 07971021306/[email protected]. space in the garden to extend the water play activities. and role play areas. A massive thank you to everyone who voted for We have revamped the flower and veggie us in the ‘Calor Fund’ application, as we were garden, where we now have a mud kitchen and the winners and received £5,000. We have also lots of flower beds full of spring flowers. We’re received £10,000 from the national lottery in also planting some vegetables and fruit for the recognition of how this space will be used by children to grow, pick and eat. the whole community including the school club, This year we received some wonderful new and the holiday club. We would also like to resources for our maths and water play areas, thank the Knights of Witheridge for the £500 gift updating them and making them more inviting which we have used to create a much for the children to explore. We received a requested role play area. Finally, thank you to camera for the children to use and take lots of the parents, the PTFA and the children who have undertaken many sponsored events and photos of their day at preschool. have raised an additional £2,000. We will keep We would like to thank thePTF A for all these you updated with progress as this comes along. lovely new resources provided to us. 16 17 ROYALBRITISH LEGION 2018/19 Live on to the memory of the fallen And the future of the living

2018 was a year in which we commemorated 100 years from the end of the First World War and a century since the formation of the Royal Air Force. Both events provoked heartfelt memories and immense pride in our nation's Servicemen and women. In 2019 the WRAC Association will celebrate its centenary when those women who have served in theWAA C,theQMAAC, the ATS and the WRAC will be remembered and honoured. Each year in early November some 30,000 Legion volunteers take to the streets with poppies and collecting boxes raising millions of pounds for the Poppy Appeal. The money collected at this time and from numerous other fund raising events throughout the year, goes to providing support to serving and ex-service men and women and their dependants. Worlington continues to actively support the Royal British Legion and in 2018 £637.05p. was collected by six poppy ladies. Our sincere thanks to all who gave and to the valiant ladies who despite inclement weather at that time of the year gave their time and energy. Without them this great cause, that helps thousands of Mex-servicemen and women every year, would not reach all those who wish to give...... On behalf of the Royal British Legion thank you. Lieutenant Colonel P ET ownsend MBE RBL Poppy Appeal Organiser Worlington Village Fete Volunteer for Forever Hounds Trust. th In the last year 50 Greyhounds/lurches have been rehomed from our local kennels. The Kennels Saturday 4 August saw a welcome return to the kind of weather expected by the righteous of the have 8 spaces paid for by the F H T, the whole Boarding kennels are up for sale and F H T are going Worlingtons. A not particularly minor mountain range of Worly bargains can look even more through the process of buying them. irresistible as the rays of the sun illuminate the remarkable attraction of so many previously, er, loved I will mention a couple of the dogs that came into our care, one was a beautiful bitch called Carla, items. And the sun was not the only prodigal visitor – the tombola was back in town, pulling in the who had a severely injured front leg which ended her racing career, this resulted in periodic visits to punters with its alluring tins of baked beans and cans of low-cal spaghetti hoops. the vets, on total it took 3months to heal, during which time she could not be spade and then just as For an event which prides itself on predictability (scones, cream, jam, sandwiches, cakes – and more she was going up for Rehoming she came on heat so that was another six weeks, however to cut a cakes) there could be no mistaking the originality and success of a new attraction. Under the long story short she now has her forever home. The second girl was beautiful Maisie who came into unwavering command of the Brooks non-stop queues of competitors were to be seen throwing the kennels totally bereft as her owner had passed away, for the short time she was with us every rubber chickens into wicker baskets. Who says the world is ruled by electronic games? comfort was given to this sad 10 year girl, one of our volunteers fell in love with her and took her But before the diversion of chicken in the basket the mood had been set at the very outset by veteran home, she lives with a much younger dog called Keira and has regained her youth. Well done Maisie fete-opener Adrian Wells, reprising a role which he first played in 2013, although no one could as older dogs are harder to home. remember whether he had been attired five years earlier in the eye-catching, nay eye-watering, The money I have raised from the functions I have at home and the Bingo at Thelbridge all goes to trousers with which the clerical legs were adorned on this occasion. Once Adrian had got us under our localFH T. My thanks to Worlington and surrounding areas for your support which I appreciate way we were treated to the comfortingly avuncular tones of Geoff, referring affectionately to the and look forward to seeing you all this year ...... Marion, Betty-Boo and little Rose. World Cup (the 1966 version), egging us on to take part in races, urging us to spend our money on Forthcoming events the array of stalls and attractions and making sure that everyone visited the Parish Hall. There one could but gasp at the astonishing displays of photographs, children's poems and competitions 19th October Bacon Roll Coffee Morning 10 30 -12 30. ranging from a carrot cake to a fruit tart made by a man, from a miniature of your favourite World Cup Marion Crane01884 860530. (a bit of a theme developing there) team to a jar of strawberry jam, from five stems from your garden to four eggs, and all in the shadow of the return of the Vegetable Challenge Cup. Anyone who suffers from the delusion that it is not the winning, but the taking part, which is important should spend the The Worlington Photographic Group morning of the fete in the Parish Hall. The group is thriving by continuing to support those wanting to The effort involved in preparing for, setting up and taking down the whole event cannot be over- improve their photography skills and doesso by providing them with estimated. Parting people from their money means a huge amount of work on the part of a large number of what we call volunteers, each of whom must be thanked for their unstinting contributions. events to practice in awide rangeof disciplines. We meet in the village Barnabas Hurst-Bannister hall most of the year where we use digital equipment; laptops, projector and printer, and for the rest of the time we have outings to a variety of Parish Hall Holds Remembrance Day Exhibition environments. For those wishing to assesstheir ability we invite Remembrance Day fell on Sunday 11th November which coincided with our Monthly Community submission of work both to be critiqued and exhibited, and to be Brunch. Members of Worlington Heritage Group took advantage of this popular monthly community judged in acompetition annually. event by creating an exhibition. They researched in depth information about members of the The Group meetsmonthly on the third Tuesdaythroughout the year community who had fought inW W1 and not returned. The exhibition was full of information and with the exception of December. Anybody, of whatever ability, is very photographs with local relevance and interest, and brought a sense of reality to the horrors of the war welcome to join us; a contact is and the importance of community. This excellent exhibition was visited by many members of the Winning photograph 2018 community. Terry Brown, Secretary, 01884861268. 18 19 Farming at Hensley Memories of Life in Worlington Friends of St Maryʼs, West Worlington Church Trust

Our main project this year has been building a Like other villages there have been many The year 2018 sadly recorded the the death of Tony Fiske one of the founder members of the new shed for our beef enterprise. With the farm changes over the last 50 years. Derek and I 'Friends of West Worlington Church Trust in November 1986, who along with his wife Marzi and the underT B restrictions in 2017 we were unable to look back at farming in 1970 with mixed farming other founder members, played a major part in the saving and subsequent preservation of West sell a lot of our calves to our usual buyers and being hard work, having good and bad times, as Church at a time when it's future looked extremely bleak. our sheds were just getting too full. The health in all occupations. There is a joke in the farming Marzi, a member of a long standing and respected local family who have always taken an interest in of the calves relies on them having adequate air community, you farm before you lose all your the Parish and Tony, a local business man were closely involved in the community and passionate space to prevent respiratory diseases such as money. about preserving both the fabric and the spirit of our way of life. They worked tirelessly to achieve the pneumonia. Trust's aims. A tribute to the Trust's success stands before us as St. Mary's remains a proud symbol So we decided to apply for planning permission I remember in the winter of 1976 we had several of generations of worshippers and a forum for those who wish to experience the silence, tranquillity to erect a new purpose built cattle shed. The weeks of snow, wind and frost. We lost sheep in and calm that descends upon you when you pass through its doors. snowdrifts having eleven people from the village shed is 135ft x 40ft and is divided into 9 pens In 2018 the Trust arranged for the chancel to be painted which has improved the interior considerably helping to dig them out from 18ft snowdrifts. The and, in accordance with the founders' principles, it keeps a wary eye on the buildings, interior and allowing for different age groups and sizes of milk tankers could only get to Witheridge, we churchyard. As you will understand, the stunning backdrop that all in West Worlington enjoy can only animals, has a separate feeding area and roll- had to throw away a lot of milk. be maintained at a price and funds are always urgently needed. Any donations, however large or over drinking troughs to ensure they always In the same year I helped to form a play school small, are always gratefully received and again our thanks and appreciation must go to our regular have clean water. The building is completely whilst also being a governor at the primary contributors, for without them we would indeed be in a parlous state. open at the front for good ventilation and we school, we fought hard to keep the school open, with only 25 children. The women of the W.I. Gavin Manton. Secretary. have also used air tin (galvanised tin with lots of were busy in 1977 we had an all day function to tiny holes in it) celebrate the Queens Silver Jubilee, with Our beef calves are from our Aberdeen Angus breakfast, a walk, fancy dress and tea. A bulls and we also have space to house some spectacular event was “Old Time Music Hall” dairy replacements in the new shed too. held in the parish hall, four days of performances with locals taking part, the The project is almost complete, we just need to proceeds raised were for the restoration fund to complete the landscaping with the planting of repair the roof of West Worlington church after it some new trees. had been struck by lightning in 1976. Alan & Donna Webber 1998 saw another great event, a three-day flower festival held in both churches, hundreds Town Barton 2018 of people attended in beautiful weather, in the hall the sale of plants, cakes, and crafts as well This year the coldest winter was followed by a as teas and lunches helped raise £3350. St Maryʼs West Worlington long hot summer. Worlington's grassland can Also two great fund raising events, when we We are greatly indebted to Judith Kauntze who arranged for both East and West cope with these conditions better than most had ten different gardens open to the public. Tea churches to be given a grant from The Devon Historic Churches Trust for essential areas but this summer put it to the test, but the was provided at The Gables and Affeton Castle. remedial work to the fabric of the churches. Sadly Judith has moved from the village to predictable and settled good weather made for An impressive impact was made in West Exeter which is a great loss to us all. a vintage harvest. Worlington church; with fifty kneelers made by Each Year the school children visit the farm to local ladies for West and a curtain and a few The jackdaws continue to be our biggest enemy but so far they have failed to see the crops, and the ewes and lambs and to kneelers in East. Do look at the book in West penetrate our defences in the steeple. We now have lighting in the tower passage be made aware of the local environment. One church of the details of work. leading up to the ringing chamber and on to the bells above. creature that never fails to amaze me, the red Brian Percival and Brian Edwards continue to maintain the churchyard to a very high dear, each year they cast their antlers in the I think we have been extremely lucky to live and standard for which we are extremely grateful. spring and quickly grow an even more work in such a beautiful part of Devon, and as a We hope to be introducing a Parish service on the 4th Sunday of every third month in magnificent pair. Finding a fallen antler in a field family we often joked that we should put a box or on a woodland path always gives me a thrill at the end of Hensley Lane to collect from all the future ie March June September and December at 11.15 in place of matins which will and a sense of connection with our ancestors people who stop to admire the beautiful view of start in June of this year. who crafted these treasures into useful tools the villages We intend to have fellowship outside after the June service when the churchyard will be at its best- we hope! Jean Smythe Rosemarie Webber We have been without an organ for several weeks due to an unknown virus and all ourff orts to find a suitable qualified "organiser" have failed to date but Rosie Brook continues to search the country for one on the Internet. We are most grateful to our vicar Adrian who provides for us when he officiates.

20 Patrick Brook. Church Warden 211921 Worlington Sunday Club Worlington Sunday Club is held on the first The children have covered many topics over the Sunday of each month in East Worlington Parish year including Bible Superheroes, Jonah, the Hall. The free club runs from 11am to 12:30 and Parable of the Talents and Repentance & welcomes children of primary school age through Forgiveness. At November's club the children to early teens. The aim of the Sunday Club is to St Maryʼs Church made a special memorial wreath. Drawing teach children the Bible in a fun and safe around their hands and cutting out the handprint, environment with games, competitions and East Worlington the children wrote the names of family members stories. The club coincides with the Communion service at East Worlington Church and the St Mary’s East Worlington is a church of ancient who had served in wars, from the First World War children are invited to take part at the end of the foundation situated within the heart of the right up to those serving in the armed forces service if they wish. All our staff members are village of East Worlington surrounded by the today. This wreath was then laid at the War certificated with the Disclosure and Barring School and the Village Hall. Memorial on Remembrance Sunday as part of Service (DBS), previously CRB. If required lifts There was probably a Saxon place of worship the church service. from Witheridge may be arranged. For further on the site but the present church was almost We are very pleased to announce that Terry details please telephone Chris or Beckey on rebuilt in 1879 by the generosity of the Earl of Hardy has become our newest Sunday Club (01884) 860066 (answerphone) or find us on Portsmouth who lived at Eggesford. helper. This is because of his willingness to get Facebook – East Worlington Sunday Club. The tower contains 4 bells and is used by a involved with fund raising events (the hard graft email ; [email protected] regular group of Ringers. The sound carried The Harvest Supper was once again well as well as the question writing for the quiz) and his supported by the community with some 80 helpfulness with the children. Terry (with his across the meadows on a Tuesday evening in Christmas Lunch the summer is one of the delights of living in people attending. Food provided by Campie brother Brenden) joined us in 2013. The Community Christmas lunch was held at this wonderful community. I must thank and her ladies and some wonderful Bethany and Lottie have both been busy entertainment from a local folk singer arranged venturing out from Sunday Club to help with other the Parish Hall. The event was organised by Grahame Butt and all the ringers for all their Ron and Shirley Moore who did a superb job support in keeping the bells ringing. by Charles. Thank you to all who supported the Christian events. Both volunteered to help with event and look out for details of the 2019 The the Lighthouse Club including their 2018 autumn arranging the event. It was great to see the hall decorated for Christmas and used for the first Generally we have two services a month in Harvest Supper was once again well supported Light Party and with the 3 day 'Main Event'. I by the community with some 80 people believe both will be continuing with these rolls in time for this traditional and seasonal event. The East Church with other services such as meal was provided by outside caterers who Christmas Eve Communion also being held at attending. Food provided by Campie and her 2019 and we wish them well. ladies and some wonderful entertainment from Each year the children choose a charity that they gave us a real Christmas feast. The event was East Church. extremely well attended and the enjoyable Attendances at Services in East Church a local folk singer arranged by Charles. Thank would like to raise money for, this year it was the you to all who supported the event and look out local, and very popular, Lighthouse Children's atmosphere was very conducive to the regularly attract upwards of 20 or more community spirit of Christmas. Parishioners and our Christmas and Easter for details of the 2019 Holiday Club. Fund raising started with a Monster st Services are very well attended with upwards of We have also moved into the 21 Century with Marrow growing competition that Joe won with a 90 plus attending our Christmas Eve a Facebook page and use The Worlington whopper of 16lb! 'Devon Sally' (a throwing game Communion Service in 2018. website to list our monthly services. based around the great Devon/Cornwall cream The programme of works mentioned last year tea conflict), and a table top treasure hunt, raised I must thank Paul Tanner for the excellent work have now been completed and we await the more money at the Worlington Church Fete. A he has undertaken to keep the churchyard and next quinquennial report by our Architects as to fund raising skittles match was held in December surrounds in such good order over the last year. works that may be needed in the future but which has since lead to Michael Wall becoming We have once again paid in full our common generally the church remains in good order. known as 'The Sunday Club Cannonball'. Terry share to the Diocese but financial pressures are The Churchyard in springtime is a delight of won the children's match, with his brother a reoccurring theme at ourPC C meetings and wild flowers and is well worth a visit to take in Brenden being first to decimate all 9 skittles. The the pressures of having two churches to the colours and variety of plants. final fund raiser was the Great Worly Bake Off(& support. However due to the wonderful efforts I must also give a huge thank you to all those cake sale) and was won by Izzy with a truly of fund raising by the community we seem year who provide and arrange flowers and also delicious carrot cake! Thanks to the congregation on year to just keep going but it is a struggle to clean the Church keeping it in such good order. of East Worlington church who bought the meet these ongoing commitments. This coming I must also thank our Vicar Adrian for all the children's cakes raising an amazing £60. This year will be a challenge to balance the books help and support he gives to me as boosted our years tally to £250, a record for but we have a couple of fund raising ideas Christmas Tree Lights Churchwarden. Sunday Club, well done children! which we hope to put into action over the This year we again had a Christmas Tree with Finally without the wonderful support we course of the year. We must thank Campie and Christmas Lights outside the Hall. The children receive from this vibrant community my task as Barnabas for all they do to help the church and attending East Worlington Primary School Churchwarden would be so much more difficult for the most enjoyable Magic Evening which put decorated the tree with their own Christmas and for this I thank you all. much needed funds into our bank account. decorations. This made it very attractive and ThePC C would welcome any thoughts on very seasonal. other fund raising ideas to help support our Ray Bassingthwaighte churches. Churchwarden – St Mary's East 22 23 Crocus and Cream Teas

For anyone foolhardy enough to imagine that winter is over at the end of January the 2018 crocus season was a particularly acute reminder that there can be plenty more cold, wet and windy weather to come. With a blanket of seven inches of snow, impassable lanes and a Siberian temperature to match it was, with heavy hearts, that we had to cancel the first planned garden open day on Sundayth 4 March. With the crocuses tucked invisibly out of sight in the garden the scones and the cakes were forced into a similar hibernation in the Parish Hall – a dark day in every sense. Sunday 11th March was mildly less inhospitable, but then all things are relative. Thank goodness the snow had receded (it was only afterwards that we discovered that the respite was temporary) and, despite a cold wind blowing bands of uncomfortable drizzle over the Worlingtons, a hundred enthusiasts abandoned the warmth of their fires for the joys of the admittedly and understandably droopy crocuses. Kind and supportive though our visitors were they did seem to be able to rattle round the garden in record time. The lure of the Parish Hall was irresistible – cream and jam and cups of tea and raffle tickets ensured that the time spent in the convivial warmth was more suitably relaxed. By that stage what else was there to do except nip out and buy that critical plant from Jenny outside the hall? With only one day, instead of the customary two days, it was no surprise that the takings for theNG S caring charities and the Parish Hall were lower than in previous years, but that can in no way detract from the immense effort that so many people put into the preparations for the opening of the garden and the laying on of the teas. That was appreciated by our doughty visitors, and thanks must go to them and to all the helpers for making sure that Crocuses 2018 were so far from being a complete white-out. Barnabas Hurst-Bannister

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