WELCOME
We would like to wish a very warm welcome to all who have recently moved into the Parish of Enford . We hope that you will find many new friends and neighbours
You can also read the Enford Newsletter in colour at www.enfordnewsletter.org In addition you will find interesting articles news, colour photographs and past Newsletter plus useful information and services ENFORD NEWSLETTER April 2012
ENFORD NEWSLETTER The next Newsletter Meeting & Deadline is Long Street Closure / Jubilee photos 3 Monday 23rd April Enford Bridge Commemorative Plaque / 4 Jubilee Front of House Competition All items for inclusion, whether Jubilee Celebrations 5 they are handwritten, typed or via e-mail, MUST be submitted by Enford Summer Fete 6 the date of the meeting . These articles may be handed in to any Red Lion Football Team / Messages / 7 Newsletter Committee member. Parish Hall Activities Please send e-mails to [email protected] Rural Arts Wiltshire / Messy Church 8 Enford Newsletter Committee reserves the right to reject or omit Enford Football / Local History 9 from publication any material that Film Club is considered by majority of 10 Committee Members to be All Saints School News 12 detrimental to any person or which is not in the best interest of Village Hall Notice Board / Cancer Re- 13 the community as a whole. All search letters and articles must be signed, but the Committee will Wiltshire Wild Life Trust / Film Club 14 withhold the name of the writer if this is requested at the time of Red Lion Beer Festival 15 sending it in.
Clubs 16 The Great Stones Way 17 THANK YOU Avon Valley Cricket Club / St John’s 18 Singers The Committee would like to All Saints Church 19 thank everyone who helps with the distribution of the Newsletter Church Services 20 each month. Your help is really appreciated. Village Hall 21 SPTA News 22
Advertising 24 Village Committees 31 March Diary 32 In Aid of The Parish Hall
Parish Hall
Village Hall Saturday 12th May 2.00pm Sunday 1st April 3.00pm
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WILTSHIRE COUNCIL
Section 14(1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984
Temporary Closure of: C32 Longstreet (Part), Enford (Ref: A2/RC 2012/21)
Notice is hereby given that Wiltshire Council has made an Order to close temporarily to all traffic:
C32 Longstreet (Part), Enford; from a point adjacent private entrance to Longstreet House for a distance of approximately 900 metres in a northerly direction through Enford Village to the lay by opposite Glebe Farm.
To enable:
Wiltshire Council to carry out carriageway repairs, resurfacing, ironwork adjustment and lining.
Alternative route: via C32 (Enford – C260 Fittleton X Roads), C260 (Everleigh Road, Haxton – High Street – Lower Road, Netheravon), A345 Netheravon – Upavon, A342 (Andover Road Upavon to C32), C32 (East Chisenbury – Enford) and vice versa.
The closure will be clearly indicated by traffic signs
This Order will come into force on Tuesday 10 April 2012 operating between the hours 08.00 – 16.30 and it is anticipated that the work will take 5 days to complete. The Order will have a maximum duration of 18 months.
For further information regarding these works please contact Shaun Morris (Mouchel) on 01225 779889.
Sustainable Transport Group, County Hall, Bythesea Road, Trowbridge BA14 8JN
Jubilee – Commemorative Parish Photo Album
The Jubilee committee would like to create a commemorative album of street photos, ie. a series of group photos of villagers and their pets, on a street/hamlet basis. The aim is to get the photos taken in early May so that they can be compiled and printed in June, for issue with the July newsletter.
Any volunteers, who would be willing to coordinate a group photo for their area, should contact Steve Becker on 670345 or [email protected] . Don’t worry if you don’t have the requisite equipment, we can arrange a photographer to be on hand at the date and time of your choice.
For cost reasons, the album can’t exceed 20 photos. The plan is for one photo for each of the following Neighbourhood Watch areas: West Chisenbury; East Chisenbury; Compton; Littlecott; New Buildings; Enford Hill; Enford Farm; New Town; Fifield; Coombe; Coombe Lane; Longstreet; Enford (Central); Grants Road; Paddock Close; Water Lane. 3
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THE PARISH VOTE - SUNDAY 3 rd JUNE 2012 A PLAQUE ON THE REBUILT ENFORD BRIDGE COMMEMORATING THE QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE
A plaque is to be fixed to the new rebuilt Enford Bridge in December and Wiltshire County Council has agreed to pay for it. The Parish Council has decided that the people of Enford should vote on what is written on the plaque.
Three options of the plaque will therefore be put to a vote, commemorating the re- build of the bridge and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. The vote will be held at the Enford Village Hall on Sunday 3 rd June 2012 during our celebrations of the Diamond Jubilee. Voting will commence at 5pm and finish at 8.30pm and the result will be announced at 9pm. Only members of Enford parish will be entitled to vote.
At the same time an empty Time Capsule will be given to Enford Youth Club. The Youth Club will be asked to fill the Capsule with current memorabilia and return it full in August. It will be buried in the bridge foundations during the rebuild. The En- ford Newsletter will publish the contents of the Capsule in the autumn.
The design life of the new bridge is in excess of 125 years so it will be some time before the bridge is demolished and capsule is retrieved.
Come along and vote and join in the Jubilee celebrations. The Hog Roast is FREE to help you decide!
Jubilee Festival - Front of House Competition
Have you got your bunting sorted yet? Or are you still planning your red, white and blue hanging basket arrangements?
This isn't a beautiful garden competition. The committee are looking to award the prize to whoever has made the most effort to decorate their property specifically for the occa- sion of the Queen's Jubilee . For example using bunting, flags, patriotic flower arrangements, lighting and garden sculptures.
M NASH & P WILKINS
ALL LANDSCAPING WORK UNDERTAKEN FENCING*PATIOS*PATHS*PONDS* BRICKWORK HEDGECUTTING*GARDEN CLEARANCE GRASSCUTTING
Tel: MIKE 01380 840767 Mobile:07977 950654 Tel: PAUL 01380 840763 Mobile: 07970 557002
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RAFFLE
Lots of great prizes
FANCY DRESS COMPETITON BEST FRONT OF HOUSE There will be 2 prizes: COMPETITION Wheel barrowers fancy dress
General fancy dress
WHEELBARROW RACE The event will start around 2pm with a wheelbarrow race from The Red Lion to The Swan. Prizes will also be awarded for the best decorated (as well as the fastest) wheel-barrow – the theme will be a nautical one to mirror the 1000 boat flotilla which will be floating down the Thames on the same day.
TEA PARTY & GAMES HOG ROAST,BAR & LIVE MUSIC Village Hall activities will kick off with a tea party In the evening there will be live and games music on the playing field, for the children. a hog roast and bar.
Now is the time to start building that wheelbarrow, designing your fancy dress and stitching together that bunting.
if you would like to get more involved in organising or helping, then please contact either Adrian Orr (670447), Jane Young (670532), Bridget Holden (671195) or Steve Becker (670345).
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ENFORD SUMMER FETE SATURDAY 30 JUNE 2012 1.00-5.00pm. Free entry
FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY: Fun Dog Show; Pony Rides; Kids’ Football Tournament; Punch & Judy; Coconut Shy; Inflatable Castle, Slide, Bungee run and Obstacle Course; Beat The Goalie; Classic Cars; Tug of War; Beer and Pimms; Burgers; Ice Creams;Village Teas and Cakes and music from Kennet Brass. PLUS a special drop in display & visit by the:
‘RED DEVILS’
THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT FREEFALL
TEAM
If you are interested in hosting your own stall at the Fete (£10 a table), helping on the day, entering a tug of war team (6 per team) or have a raffle prize to donate, please contact [email protected] or call 671343
CALLING ALL GARDENERS! CALLING ALL JAM AND The home produce stall at the sum- PRESERVE MAKERS! mer fete will desperately need sup- If you are making jams, chutneys or plies of plants to sell. So; when you other preserves, please spare a are splitting perennials or planting thought for our summer fete and seeds this spring, please consider maybe make an extra jar or two for potting up a few extra! the home produce stall!
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RED LION FOOTBALL TEAM
Last home game of the season
Home Match WELCOME
We would like to wish a very Sunday 1st April warm welcome to all who have recently moved into the Parish of Enford . ENFORD PLAYING FIELDS We hope that you will find many new friends and 11.00am Kick Off neighbours
GET WELL to Derek Ford after your recent operation
BAG IT AND BIN IT!!
A plea from the footballers to everyone who uses the playing field to exercise their dogs - don’t leave dog mess on the grass. Please ensure that you pick up any droppings, bag them up and dispose of them responsibly in a waste bin. Thank you
PARISH HALL READING ROOMS Circuits Life Drawing Classes
Thursday at 7.00pm Matt Faber is organising a weekly Join us for some healthy exercise, life drawing class. informal and fun. £3.00 per session. People interested in taking part should Followed by a warm down in The Swan! contact Matt at [email protected] Contact Gareth on 07971 864608
For any business relating to the hall please contact Richard Petitt 01908 670510 Or email [email protected] Fax: 01980671649
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Rural Arts Wiltshire presents ]âáà ZÉÉw YÜ|xÇwá at the Upavon Village Hall on Friday April 13 th at 7:30 p.m.
Felix is secretly in love with his best friend Filomena but as kind-hearted and generous as Filomena is, Felix does not have a lot going for him. Will the boy get the girl? You need to see it to find out! A beautiful piece of theatre for families.
“I liked this a lot and so did the appreciative audience who sat as en- thralled as I was. I just didn’t want it to stop.”
Tickets will be on sale from the Shop, the Ship or [email protected] (phone 630622) in April, at £7 (adults), £6 (over 60s), £4.50 (under 12s)
ENFORD CHURCH GOOD FRIDAY Come and join us 6th April 2012 10am at Enford Village Hall to walk through the village to the church. If you are unable to join the walk, join us at church at 10.15am
Church For All Ages
Play games, celebrate God, be fed! Lots of crafts Children Must Bring An Adult! Want to know more? Please contact Susan or Ann on [email protected] Or [email protected] tel : 01980 671010
If you can join us please let Susan or Ann know by 1 April so we can make sure we have enough food and craft materials
A.R.C Studio Gallery Bits & Pieces (Durrington Ltd)
Arts, Rush & Cane: Sales, Tuition & Repairs
Original artwork, cards, prints, BUILDING,GARDENING & DIY chairs and other crafts PETS, PANELS, AGGREGRATE Kings Hill, Netheravon, SP4 9PL 37 – 39 Bulford Tel: 01980 655552 Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday Road, Durrington Fax: 01980 652351
other times by appointment. Wiltshire SP4 8DL
07864-860522 [email protected] Proprietors: P & M Conn
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ENFORD FOOTBALL CLUB is looking for players
As you may know, Enford Football Club were unable to raise a team for this current season and have temporarily disbanded.
It is a great tragedy, bearing in mind the wonderful new facilities that have been built for football in Enford, following a substantial grant from the Football Foundation and other charitable institutions. The facilities are first class and warrant football being played back at Enford on a regular basis.
There is now no football team at all representing Enford, Netheravon and Upavon, meaning there is no team at all in the Avon Valley between Pewsey and Figheldean.
Until a few years ago, Enford had two teams, Netheravon had two teams and Upavon had one team. We are hoping to be up and running again next season. We are looking to hear from any players who would be interested in joining a combined Upavon, Netheravon and Enford team for next season to play their home games at Enford. We would also be delighted to hear from any ex-player or indeed anybody who would be interested in applying for the manager’s vacancy. Please remember that Enford has achieved the full Charter Standard status and over the years has achieved great success in their league and cup exploits.
Anybody interested, could they please telephone the Chairman, Julian Lee on 07831 225 992 or Ollie Stagg on 07831 392 035
Flight magazine dated 26 th June 1914 Both need to be handled
carefully as they are not in Flight magazine dated Feb 1914 great condition
Two pictures of repairing planes 1929/1930
Group photo rfc dated 1930
MORE VILLAGE PHOTOS
Already placed in the library are photos of the cavalry school training on the plain dated 1911/1912
A lovely book written by local soldier, Wayne Price, who has researched the named on the memorials of Netheravon and Enford
And an album containing photos of Netheravon and surrounding areas
Coming soon a copy of the book written by the Women’s Institute back in the 50s
Keep checking at the library to see what else I have added. for more details phone Maureen Mitchell 670653
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ENFORD FILM CLUB
WAR HORSE
Young Albert enlists to serve in World War 1 after his beloved horse is sold to the cavalry. Albert’s hopeful journey takes him out of England and across Europe as the war rages on
Enford Village Hall
Tuesday 24 th April 2012 at 7.30 pm Doors open at 7.00 pm Drinks available from the Bar Tickets £5.00 each booked in advance and £6.00 on the night.
To book tickets and for more information telephone 07961 458058 or e-mail: [email protected]
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She’s Wheelie Going All Out To Win !
The Enford Newsletter was yesterday granted an exclusive interview with Mrs Jane Young
She told our editor that she was absolutely determined to win The Jubilee wheelbarrow race on 3 rd June.
“I’ve been getting up at dawn everyday for the past couple of months to wheel this barrow of muck to the Red Lion and back”, said the feisty Jane.
“I know I’m getting on a bit but, all the same’ I reckon some of these young ‘uns are going to be in for quite a nasty shock on the day”.
When asked who her passenger was going to be, the indomitable Mrs Young refused to comment. However sources close to the newsletter committee have revealed that Mrs Ann Houghton was recently seen carrying out a box load of sequins from a shop in Salisbury, and has been spending a considerable amount of time at her sewing machine of late.
We hope to bring you more exclusive interviews in the run up to the Jubilee celebrations.
ANNUAL PARISH MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday 4 th April 2012 – 7.30pm
1. Apologies: 10.Enford Parish Hall 2. Welcome by Chairman of Parish Council 11.Enford Community Fund
3. Verify Minutes of meeting 12.Enford Football Club – Red on 30 th April 2011 Lion Football Club
4. Matters Arising. 13.All Saints School
5. Enford All Saints Church 14.Millennium Play Park
6. Report by Police Liaison 15.Enford Newsletter Officer 16.Neighbourhood Watch 7. Report by Army Liaison Officer 17.Preparations for Jubilee Celebration 8. Report by Chairman of Par- ish Council 18.Matters of concern to residents of Enford 9. Enford Village Hall 19.Date of next Annual Parish Meeting: One year’s time.
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ALL SAINTS PRIMARY SCHOOL NETHERAVON NEWS MARCH 2012
To mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations, the school is working with The Jubilee Committee to put on a Local History Exhibition in All Saints Church, Nethera- von. In May, all of the children in school will be finding out about the history of the local area over the past sixty years and we need your help to bring this project alive! Do you have any photos, newspapers, books, artefacts, maps, clothes or anything else which helps to tell the story of the local area during the Queen’s reign? If so, would you be willing to let us display them in the History Exhibition? The children also need to find out about the past from first hand sources. We would like to invite local people who have lived or worked in Netheravon, Haxton or Fittleton for a long time to be interviewed about the past by the children. We are also keen to display old agricultural machinery and any other vehicles from the past sixty years that may be available. This could include old related kitchen items such as butter churns, together with any related display materials/photos describing farming machinery or methods. If you can help or know someone else who might be interested please contact Mrs Hum- phris or Miss England at the school (Tel: 01980 670339). Thank you. A very successful community planting morning was held on Saturday, 3 rd March and I would like to say a huge ‘THANK YOU’ to all the parents, children and friends who came to help. We had an amazing trip to the British Museum in London on the 7 th March for Beech and Rowan classes. Despite the long journey the children were very well behaved and thoroughly enjoyed the sights of the museum especially the Ancient Egyptian and Afri- can displays. Needless to say the shop was also a firm favourite with lots of drums, whistles and glittery masks purchased! On leaving the British Museum, the children were treated to a tour round the sights of London, including Big Ben, The Houses of Parliament and Downing Street. A fantastic experience was had by all.
HOCKEY TOURNAMENT REPORT
16 children from Years 4, 5, & 6 took part in the 12 team Tidworth Hockey Festival on Friday. The B Team came 5 th in their group, while the A team missed out on top spot in their group by only 1 point after the first 5 matches, of which they won 3 and drew 1. They did, however, qualify for the semi-finals for the third year in a row! After a really close match they were finally beaten by the eventual winners, Shrewton, to end up in third place overall. Well done to both teams!
VACANCY for Mid-Day Supervisory Assistant (MDSA)
We want to appoint one MDSA to join our lunch time team working for one hour per day during term time. Applicants should preferably have experience of working with primary age children and be able to encourage them to eat and play well together. The ability to work within a team is essential, as is the need to use initiative. The Person Specification includes further information. All adults working with children are subject to a full Criminal Records Bureau (CRB) check before appointment is confirmed. Further details and the application form are available from the school office or email [email protected] or telephone 01980 670339
Closing date for applications: Noon on Friday, 23 rd March. Start date: Monday, 16 th April
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Village Hall Acquires New Notice Board
An Enford resident admires the new notice board out- side the entrance to the Village Hall. Said a spokesperson for the Village Hall committee, “this notice board will be used solely to advertise events at the Village Hall”. “Absolutely no minutes of meetings, business cards, ‘for sale’ notices or any other non-entertainment related items”. “We really want people to stop and read the board, see what’s going on then join in. We have one of the smartest new Village Halls in the country – we’d love to see as many people as possible making use of it”.
CANCER RESEARCH UK STONEHENGE AND PEWSEY VALE BRANCH
THANK YOU to everyone who came to Pewsey on 16th March, to hear David Thomas MVO talk about his twelve years as the Court Jeweller. There was no mistaking his passion and pride in carrying out this hugely important role and the sheer pleasure he took in maintaining the Royal Collection in pristine condition. Judging by the feedback we have received, this was a very enjoyable and successful evening and we are delighted that it raised the magnificent sum of £1220 . During 2011 we sent £8265 to Cancer Research UK, which helps towards the essential re- search needed to continue the fight against cancer. So once again thank you for supporting us, together we really can make a difference. Visit our website at www.crukstonehengeandpewsey.org for details of other events in 2012
BAG IT AND BIN IT!! A plea from a resident of Water Lane
Please ensure that you pick up any dog droppings, bag them up and dispose of them responsibly in a waste bin. Thank you
GRAHAM BUCKLAND ELSTON VETERINARY CLINIC SERVICES ELSTON LANE, SHREWTON Dr. Enid Frantilla, DVM MRCVS General building maintenance: plumbing, Carpentry, glazing, brickwork, etc Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Free quotes and reasonable rates Providing high quality pet healthcare and a caring, friendly professional service ‘Man with a Van’ hire. HELPING YOU TO HELP YOUR PETS!! Removals and House Clearance Undertaken Consultations by appointment, Mon-Sat For appointments or enquiries, and Tel: 01980 670870 or 07831 889 666 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE 01980 621999
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Wiltshire Wildlife Trust Biss Meadow Country Park Trowbridge Thursday 12th April 2012 Time : 10am—12 noon
A morning full of hands-on activities for all the family. We will be discovering what ani- mals live tucked away in the country park. Pond dipping, butterfly walks, food growing and cooking demonstrations as well as a sensory nature walk are just some of the activities to take part in. Please remember for all our events:
· All children must be accompanied by an adult · Please wear suitable clothing and footwear · Our activities are specially designed for children under the age of 12 years
No booking required, but for more information please call:
Tel:(01380) 725670
This event is free of charge. It is being offered as a joint initiative between Friends of Biss Meadow, The Big Community Grow, Wiltshire Wildlife Trust and Plant Life as part of the Wild About Plants Project
ENFORD FILM CLUB HUGO(U)
Set in 1930s Paris, an orphan who lives in the walls of a train station is wrapped up in a mys- tery involving his late father and an automaton. Winner of 5 Oscars!!
Enford Village Hall
Sunday 15 th April 2012 at 4.00 pm
Sunday 15 th April 2012 at 4.00 pm
Adults £5, Children £2 Special Family Ticket £10 (up to 2 adults and 3 children) (Please note: All children must be accompanied by an adult)
To book tickets and for more information telephone 07961 458058 or e-mail: [email protected]
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ENFORD NEWSLETTER April 2012 THE RED LION ANNUAL BEER FESTIVAL
JUBILEE MONDAY, JUNE 4 TH
FEATURING…. HAND-PICKED, AWARD-WINNING BEERS & CIDERS, GUY’S FAMOUS BBQ, LIVE MUSIC, OUR CHARMING COMPANY AND A FEW OTHER ENTERTAINING SURPRISES
TICKETS: £5 IN AVANCE, £10 AT THE DOOR BOTH TO INCLUDE YOUR VERY OWN STYLISH COMMEMORATIVE MUG & FOND MEMORIES
BACON SARNIES AND ‘COFFEE’ FROM 10:30 BBQ AT YOUR AFTERNOON LEISURE
NEW FOR THIS YEAR, ENTER INTO THE RL’S
BEER OLYMPIC TRIATHALON 4 MEMBERS PER TEAM 3 PRESTIGIOUS EVENTS 2 GRAND PRIZES 1 SHOT AT GLORY
PLEASE VISIT US TO BUY TICKETS & ENTER YOUR TEAM
POLICE WARNING THIEVES OPERATE ON THE TRAINING AREA SECURE YOUR VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES
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ENFORD CAMERA CLUB
The Enford Camera Club meets at the Enford Village Hall on the first Thursday of each month - at 8pm.
We’re all pretty much amateurs - but enjoy trying to learn how to improve our photos and also sharing any pictures that we’ve taken around the area, between ourselves. Our group is about 12 regular members - but there’s always room for more. Light refreshments are provided and our ‘subs’ are £2 per meeting.
Exceptionally, our next meeting will be at 0830am on Good Friday morning in Pewsey. We will meet up in the Bouverie Hall Car Park - weather permitting. Our aim is to spend an hour or so capturing picturesque and quirky views of Pewsey - before the town gets too busy. This could include photos of interesting buildings, the canal and the river. When we’re done (1000 to 1030hrs) we will go back to the Woodbridge Inn for well earned bacon sandwiches and mugs of tea!
The next two regular meetings, back in the Village Hall will be:
Thu 3 May – Colours and White Balance and Saturation Black and White. Thu 7 Jun – Macro Photography – Up close and personal! Come and join us. Bring your camera - or a memory stick with some pictures on – if you show us yours – we’ll show you ours!Check for latest details with Martin Webb on 01980 670537 or Mort Burdick on 01980 6714
ENFORD GARDENING CLUB
Entry £2.00 Thursday 12th April 2012 Refreshments 6.45 for 7.00 pm Enford Village Hall
GENERAL DISCUSSION ON LAWNS Successes, failures, problems, solutions. Plants for Sale Come and share your thoughts
EVERYONE WELCOME! Details from Fanny Middleton 01980 671645 [email protected] Report on March Meeting
In March the Garden Club enjoyed a fascinating illustrated talk on Herbs – their use as self help medicine and a wide variety to use in cooking. Many of us have herbs growing in our gardens without realising their wider uses apart from mint and parsley as gar- nishes and the daring addition of a nasturtium to a salad ! Christina Stapley our speaker, opened our eyes to the much wider use of herbs and we marvelled at pot pouri , many years old which still retained its strong perfume as it was in a sealed con- tainer and only exposed to air for about an hour. She also warned us of herbs that are dangerous . It was a most interesting talk and well attended.
Gai Rickett
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FRIENDS OF THE RIDGEWAY The Great Stones Way Community Up-Date, Spring, 2012 The main development has been the appointment of the consultants for an environ- mental impact study (EIS) of the scheme. The North Wessex Downs Local Action Group has also now given their approval for a two-stage grant for the project of a little over £35,400. Following approval of funding, we were pleased to be able to commission the exercise, which is now well under way. Our consultants have been gathering information and consulting with conservation organisations and they expect to start their sessions with local communities very shortly. We hope for the active participation of the community at large as well as of all the organisations concerned with the natural, heritage and social environment along the route. The main feed-back to date has focussed on the estimated numbers of walkers. Sur- veys show numbers on The Ridgeway as 250-350,000 pa. in total (354,000 in 2004), of whom 16% (compared with 3% on Hadrian’s Wall Path) were long-distance users, ac- cording to a 1996 study. The vast majority of users are dog-walkers and visitors to certain “honey-pot” locations, such as the Uffington White Horse on The Ridgeway. Away from these areas, walkers are few and far between, as anyone walking The Ridge- way can testify. Meanwhile, we have been pressing ahead with preparations for the works in the south- ern section of the route, and we are aiming to complete the works on this Plain and Avon section of the route in time for it to be available to walkers for at least a part of the 2012 walking season. Environmental Impact Study - Statement of Aims and Criteria Introduction: The Friends of The Ridgeway has proposed to establish a new recrea- tional walking route, The Great Stones Way (GSW), between Barbury Castle near Swin- don and the Old Sarum ancient monument near Salisbury, linking the World Heritage Site of Avebury and Stonehenge. This Note sets out FoR’s aims and objectives for the project, and its criteria and approach to the identification of the route. Aims and Objectives : FoR’s constitutional objectives are “the preservation, for the public benefit.. of all the natural aspects and features of the ancient Ridgeway track- ways along the chalk downs of Southern England, including The Ridgeway National Trail and any extension thereof..” The Association believes that these trails are best preserved by being valued and used by the walking and local communities. The GSW project is proposed to be undertaken in accordance with these objectives as the immedi- ate southern extension of The Ridgeway National Trail. A subsidiary aim is the creation of a new recreational facility that will appeal to visitors and the public generally, will attract walkers, including the less abled, to enjoy healthy open-air recreation and to appreciate the natural, heritage and landscape environment of the area, and will gener- ate economic benefits for the local community.
Jeff Goddard, Secretary, The Friends of The Ridgeway
5th March, 2012
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It’s a start…….. AVON VALLEY CRICKET CLUB…… please join us
We are starting a new club aimed at those living in the Upper Avon Valley, based at the Big Gaston Field in Rushall. We are looking for members of all ages and abilities with a keen, passing or long- hidden interest in cricket.
In the 2012 season we plan to play 1 or 2 Sunday afternoon games and a couple of 20/20 games. The pitch has been laid in Rushall and is likely to be ready for an initial game in July this year.
We hope to develop a pavilion, nets, coaching and youth sections in future seasons. There will be no membership charge in the first year
PLEASE CONTACT US if you, or your children, have any interest in being part of the Avon Valley Cricket Club, or if you want to find out a bit more:
Simon Campbell [email protected] Jo Wookey - [email protected] 07979577407
ST JOHN’S SINGERS
(45 strong choir of excellent singers)
Performing Stainer’s Crucifixion in Enford Church
Good Friday – 6th April at 7.00pm
No booking necessary – one hour performance
A wonderful chance to hear a piece of superb music in a marvellous setting at Eastertide Retiring collection in aid of Church funds. Do Come!
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ALL SAINTS ENFORD CHURCH ENFORD
EASTER – the most joyful day of the year Easter is the most joyful day of the year for Christians. Christ has died for our sins. We are forgiven. Christ has risen! We are redeemed! We can look forward to an eternity in his joy! Alleluia! The Good News of Jesus Christ is a message is so simple that you can explain it to someone in a few minutes. It is so profound that for the rest of their lives they will be still be ‘growing’ in their Christian walk with God. Why does the date more around so much? Because the date of Passover moves around, and according to the biblical account, Easter is tied to the Passover. Passover celebrates the Israelites’ exodus from Egypt and it lasts for seven days, from the middle of the He- brew month of Nisan, which equates to late March or early April. Sir Isaac Newton was one of the first to use the Hebrew lunar calendar to come up with firm dates for Good Friday: Friday 7 April 30 AD or Friday 3 April, 33 AD, with Easter Day falling two days later. Modern scholars continue to think these the most likely. Most people will tell you that Easter falls on the first Sunday after the first full moon after the Spring Equinox, which is broadly true. But the precise calculations are compli- cated and involve something called an ‘ecclesiastical full moon’, which is not the same as the moon in the sky. The earliest possible date for Easter in the West is 22 March, which last fell in 1818 and won’t fall again until 2285. The latest is 25 April, which last happened in 1943 and is next due in 2038. Why the name, ‘Easter’? In almost every European language, the festival’s name comes from ‘Pesach’, the Hebrew word for Passover. The Germanic word ‘Easter’, however, seems to come from Eostre, a Saxon fertility goddess mentioned by the Venerable Bede. He thought that the Saxons worshipped her in ‘Eostur month’, but may have confused her with the classical dawn goddesses like Eos and Aurora, whose names mean ‘shining in the east’. So Easter might have meant simply ‘beginning month’ – a good time for starting up again after a long winter. Finally, why Easter eggs? On one hand, they are an ancient symbol of birth in most european cultures. On the other hand, hens start laying regularly again each Spring. Since eggs were forbidden during Lent, it’s easy to see how decorating and eating them became a practical way to celebrate Easter.
With love and prayers From the Team Rector Rev. Mark Zammit
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CHURCH SERVICES
April
1st 9.00am Holy Communion (Palm Sunday)
6th 10.15am (Good Friday) Assemble at Village Hall at 10.00am for walk to Church 8th 10.30am Holy Communion (Easter Day) 11th 7.00pm Quiet Service, Sacristy 15th 10.30am Family Communion
22nd 6.00pm Evensong 29th 10.30am Benefice Service, Netheravon
May
6th 9.00am Holy Communion 13th 10.00am Benefice Service, Durrington
20th 10.30am Family Communion 27th 6.00pm Evensong
SUNDAY 3RD JUNE Diamond Jubilee Service at Enford Church
You can also view services in the Benefice at www.avonriverteam.org.uk
CHURCH CLEANING ROTA April May
6th Helen Hadfield & Jill Mitchell 4th Gai Rickett & Lowenna Harbottle 13th Sue Poole-Warren & Hilary Horsford 11th Lyn Riche & Fanny Middleton
20th Paula de Chalus & Amanda Marx 18th Helen Hadfield & Jill Mitchell
27th Tanya Becker & Linda Mundy 25th Sue Poole-Warren & Hilary Horsford
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ENFORD FOOTBALL CLUB
Contact Ollie Stagg 01980 670634 DATES FOR THE DIARY for further information and to join in! FILM NIGHTS YOUTH CLUB 24th April, 29th May, 26th June
We would love to hear from anyone who is JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS interested and who can commit to a Friday Sunday 3rd June evening once a month, weekly or fortnightly SUMMER FETE
Saturday 30th June Contact Katrina Knight 01980 670492 Bruce Carter 01980 671708
PRIVATE PARTIES
Planning a Children’s Party or celebrating a special Birthday or an Anniversary? The new hall is the perfect venue for weddings and parties! Day Activity Time Contact Mon Yoga 7.00pm – 8.30 pm Emma Pettitt 01980 670510 Beginners’ Class [email protected]
Tues Enford Film Club 3rd Tuesday in the month Martin Webb 07961 458058 Doors open 7.00 pm enfordfilmclub@gmailcom Wed Keep Fit 6.15 pm – 7.15 pm Helen Gould-Cooper 01980 670324 [email protected] Wed Short Mat Bowls 7.30 pm – 10.00 pm David Spencer 01980 670526 [email protected] Thurs Pilates 8.45 am – 9.45am Nicci Caswell 01980 625245 Work [email protected] Thurs Camera Club 8.00 pm – 9.00 pm Martin Webb 01980 670537 1st Thursday in the month [email protected] Thurs Gardening Club 6.45 pm – 8.45 pm Fanny Middleton 01980 671645 2nd Thursday in the [email protected] month Fri Youth Club 6.00 pm – 9.00 p.m. Katrina Knight 01980 670492 Bruce Carter 01980 671708 Sun Red Lion Football Club Recreation Ground Ian Fribbens [email protected]
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SALISBURY PLAIN TRAINING AREA Defence NEWS SHEET Infrastructure April 2012 Organisation
Stop Press: The military road between New Zealand Farm Camp and Joan a Gore Cross will be closed to vehicles for road works during the week commencing 26 March. This route is also a public bridleway (West Lavington 42) and walkers, cy- clists and riders will be unaffected.
TRAINING IN April
In the first two weeks ACF units from Surrey, Devon and Kent hold Easter camps on the Plain.
From 2 – 5 April the Defence Logistics School exercise TIMBER TRUSS has convoys of heavy wheeled trucks using tracks and roads across the whole Plain.
16 – 29 April will see large armoured exercises from the Land Warfare Centre, War- minster RARDENS REVENGE (17/18 Apr) and FOXES THRUST (23 – 26 Apr) deploy onto the training area together with a Warrior Company from 1 st Bn Royal Regiment of Fusiliers and an armoured engineer squadron from 22 Engineer Regiment. . Note Vehicle movement may cause delays at tank crossings and drivers should take care when approaching crossings as mud clearance parties and mechanical sweepers will be at work
FIRING NOISE
Live Firing. Firing is closely managed to ensure that legal noise limits are not ex- ceeded and disturbance is minimised. Although some may find the noise intrusive, it is well below legal limits.
Late firing on Larkhill Ranges: 3, 4, 10, 12, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26
AS90 Firing Salisbury Plain East: 3
AS90 Firing from Salisbury Plain West & Tilshead, Chitterne, Shrewton Triangle : Nil.
Complaints about Firing Noise should be made to (01980) 620819
ACCESS
Access to Salisbury Plain is regulated by Salisbury Plain Military Lands and Bulford, Larkhill and Imber Range Byelaws. This Newsletter is published up to 6 weeks before the event and urgent training bids may come in subsequently. Always comply with local signs and flags Access timings can be found on the SPTA Walks Line: (01980) 674 763
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Military Flying
Helicopters, Hercules (C130) and fast jets may be active at any time. Fox Covert & Everleigh Dropping Zones will be active throughout.
Complaints about low flying should be made to 0207 218 6020 or e-mail [email protected] .
Bulford Ranges. Rights of Way (PROW) through Bulford Ranges are closed when red flags are flying. No firing is planned for 5, 6, 19, 20, 25, 26 February .
Larkhill Ranges. Rights of Way (PROW through Larkhill Ranges are closed when red flags are flying. No Firing is planned for 17, 18, 31
Note. In the event of range fires access may be denied to some areas due to the risk of unexploded ordnance “cooking off”.
Imber. Difficult terrain and unexploded military debris make it hazardous to leave the marked routes. The public are excluded from Imber Ranges at all times, even if flags are not flying. The only exception being when the roads through Imber are opened to the public. It is planned to open roads through Imber as follows:
6 April to 10 April Easter Bank Holiday Planned Church Opening Times are:
Good Friday (6Apr) 1200—1700 Easter Saturday (7 Apr) 1000—17000 Easter Sunday (8 Apr) 1115 1700 Easter Monday (9 Apr) 1000—1700
Notes . 1. Even when the roads are open the village remains out of bounds to the public. 2. These dates may change if operational training needs dictate.
Possible further dates:
4 August 10 August Possible opening To Be Confirmed (TBC). St Giles’s Day (1st September) is during the next Pre-Afghanistan exercise and available dates will be published when known. Christmas and New Year Close Down, dates TBC.
Provisional Dates for Major Exercises. During the following major exercises access will be restricted on Larkhill Ranges and in the Chitterne – Shrewton – Tilshead Triangle north of the B390.
21 May - 24 May Ex LION STRIKE 7 Jun - 21 Jun Ex WESSEX THUNDER 13 Aug - 16 Sep Ex PASHTUN DAWN 12 Nov - 26 Nov EX WESSEX THUNDER
N D LINGE MBE Lt Col (Retd) for Commander
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VILLAGE COMMITTEES
PARISH COUNCIL
Chairman Ken Monk 670540 ALL SAINTS CHURCH Vice Chairman Adrian Orr 670447 Team Rector Parish Clerk Bill Vergette 670132 Councillors Stan Bagwell 670154 Reverend Mark Zammit Norman Beardsley 670860 Michael Fay 670553 01980653953 Martin Webb 670537 07733 077957 Jane Young 670532 [email protected] Tessa Manser 670605
ENFORD CAMERA CLUB
Chairman Martin Webb Secretary Jeni Scott Dalgleish Treasurer Sue Vergette
NEWSLETTER PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL
Chairman Tanya Becker Church Wardens John Poole Warren Vice Chairman Linda Mundy Henry Middleton Secretary Linda Mundy Treasurer Alan Merrett Treasurer Ros Perry Secretary Amanda Murray Advertising Peggy Waterkeyn Jacqui Elkins Council Members: Michael Hadfield Jane Young Jonathan Walsh Ann Houghton Judy D’Arcy-Irvine Gay Monk Bruce Carter Frank Horsford NETHERAVON SCHOOL John Manser Sue Poole-Warren Chairman of Governors Andrew Marx Mary Burdick Enford Governor Rep Fanny Middleton Head Teacher Hayley Humphris Clerk Shona Ford VILLAGE HALL
Chairman Judy D’Arcy-Irvine Vice Chairman Steve Becker Treasurer Glenda Clark PARISH HALL Secretary Lesley Brown Parish Council Rep Adrian Orr Chairman Richard Petitt Parish Hall Rep Jane Young Treasurer Bruce Carter Football Club Rep Ollie Stagg Secretary Gareth Holden PCC Rep Judy D’Arcy-Irvine Newsletter Rep Jacqui Elkins Booking Officer Judy D’Arcy-Irvine (670501) Property Officer David Spencer Grounds Officer Hamish Scott Dalgleish
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FOR YOUR DIARYFOR APRIL YOUR 2012 DIARY December 2010 1st Sun PALM SUNDAY Holy Communion , 9.00am Red Lion Football Match, 11.00 kick off / Youth Club Easter Bingo, Village Hall, 3.00pm 2nd Mon
3rd Tue Quiz, The Swan, 9.30pm
4th Wed Parish Council AGM, Parish Hall, 7.30pm
5th Thu Black Bin / Circuits, Parish Hall, 7.00pm
6th Fri GOOD FRIDAY Assemble at Village Hall for walk to church, 10.00am Camera Club, Pewsey, 8.30pm St John’s Singers, Enford Church, 7.00pm 7th Sat 8th Sun GOOD FRIDAY , Holy Communion, 10.30am
9th Mon 10th Tue Quiz, The Swan, 9.30pm
11th Wed Quiet Service, Sacristy, 7.00pm
12th Thu Recycling / Circuits, Parish Hall / Gardening Club, Village Hall, 7.00pm 13th Fri Rural Arts presents… / Upavon Village Hall, 7.30pm
14th Sat
15th Sun Family Communion, 10.30am
16th Mon 17th Tue Quiz, The Swan, 9.30pm
18th Wed
19th Thu Black Bin / Circuits, Parish Hall, 7.00pm
20th Fri
21st Sat
22nd Sun Evensong,, 6.00pm
23rd Mon
24th Tue Film Club, Village Hall, 7.30pm / Quiz, The Swan, 9.30pm
25th Wed Evensong, 6.30pm
26th Thu Recycling / Circuits, Parish Hall, 7.00pm 27th Fri
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