Doddington, Newnham & Wychling Newsletter April 2020
Hope is an optimistic state of mind that is based on an expectation of positive outcomes with respect to events and circumstances in one's life or the world at large. As a verb, its definitions include: "expect with confidence" and "to cherish a desire with anticipation." CHEQUERS INN, DODDINGTON 01795 886366 Opening Hours: Monday – closed EXCEPT for Bank Holidays Tuesday, Thursday 12-3 & 6-11 The Friday & Saturday 12-12 Sunday 12-8 George Breakfast now served every Sat and Sun 9.30 - 11am Newnham Possibly the best Sunday lunch, served 12-4pm Opening hours Tuesday: 6pm-9pm 2 Delicious Burgers for just £13 Mondays Closed all day Wednesday night: Midweek Roast - Tuesdays 6pm – 10.30pm Food served 6-9pm available to all but £7.95 for our lovely OAP’s Monday Closed Thursday: Curry night 6pm-9pm & a drink for £10 Wednesdays,Tuesday 6-11.00pm Thursdays food 11.30aam served- 10.30pm6-9pm Food served 12-3pm and 6-9pm Kids & Dogs welcome. Gluten free options available. Wed. Thurs. Fri. 11.30-3pm 6-11.00pm Friday 11.30am-11.30pm food 12-3pm & 6-9pm Lunch menus available 12pm-3pm FoodFish served & Chips 12-3pm available 6-9pm Evening menu and specials available from Saturdays 11.30amSaturday-11.30pm9.30- 11.30amBreakfast 9.30-11.30an Tuesday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm/6pm – 9pm Food foodserved 12- 123pm-3pm 6-9pm 6-9pm Booking advisable to avoid disappointment Breakfast 11.30-11.00pm Sundays 12-8pm food 12-6pm Please see back page for other events Sunday 12-8pmAfternoon Food Teasserved 12-5pm The Chequers Post Office: Tues 13:00-14:30. Usual PO services, (bookings only) utility bills, Council Tax. Lloyds, Barclays and Co-op deposits and www.thegeorgenewnham.co.ukwww.thegeorgenewnham.co.uk withdrawals, Pre-order foreign currency – 0% commission TELEPHONE 01795 890237 TELEPHONE 01795 890237 www.shepherdneam.co.uk/pubs/Faversham/chequersinn Newnham Village Hall Available to hire for parties & functions Well fitted kitchen with cooker Crockery, cutlery and glasses available (at additional charge) Enquiries regarding availability to: Sue Kirby: 01795 890095 - 91 The Street, Newnham - [email protected]
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2 Lent to Easter 2020
It is the season of Lent, in terms of Church seasons as I write. Lent that is officially 40 days leading towards Easter with its remembering of Jesus’ death on the cross and his resurrection on the 3rd day. Lent lasts for 40 days, which is the length of time that Jesus spent in the wilderness, fasting. Matthew, in his gospel, gives what I think as the biggest understatement in the bible: Matthew 4:2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. I should think he was! Lent has often been the time when people have given up something for the season, for example chocolate. I am coming across stories of people doing something extra for the 40 days of Lent. Doing something positive during this time. Quite a few years ago, I joined in with many from my church, with a project called ‘Faith comes through Hearing’. It was designed for the season of Lent and the idea is that you listen to a portion of the New Testament being read each day for the 40 days. Right, I said, I can do this. I purchased the pack and put the first cassette tape into the cassette player in my car and off I went. Now I realise that has already dated me! Faith comes through Hearing has moved through the CD phase now to downloading onto a Smart device! So I set off on my 40-day journey, as it were, and I was really pleased with myself as I managed not to miss a single day. They say pride comes before a fall, though, and having not missed a single day in those 40 days, and having reached the end of Revelation 22, I was mighty puzzled to discover that there was still a week to go before Easter - I had finished on Palm Sunday. What had gone wrong? Had I miscounted and missed some days? I was sure that I hadn’t. Had ‘Faith Comes through Hearing’ made a fundamental mistake? I thought that was unlikely. I looked back and, yes, I had listened to 40 days of recordings. It was only when I spoke with someone else that I discovered my mistake. Traditionally, in the Church, Sundays are not counted as part of the 40 days of Lent as they are feast days. I was told recently that our former friend and colleague, Gordon Sherwood, usually gave up chocolate biscuits for Lent, but then would say with a smile on his face, that he always ate one on a Sunday! However the days of Lent are counted, it is a time, in the Church, of reflection and remembering what God is about, through His son, Jesus, in his relationship with human beings that is particularly shown in the events of the Cross and Resurrection that we will celebrate at Easter. The events that reveal the perfect love of God in His relationship with human beings. This year, we are going through the season of Lent and looking towards Easter with the daily news of what is happening in terms of the spread and effects of the ‘Covid19’ virus. As I write there are reports of panic buying and general fear of what might be in our Nation. (I am writing after the move from containment to delay). I am reminded of a verse from what we know as the first letter written by the disciple John: 1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear As I write I cannot know where we will be, but I pray that we will as a nation, and as neighbours, find a way to show love to one another and to continue to care for those in need even if it means having to go out of our way and do something extra or if it means having to give up something that we would normally do. After all that is part of who we are called to be as human beings, called to love and be loved.
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In light of the Government guidance around non-essential contact, the Archbishops of Canterbury and York have issued advice that public worship is suspended until further notice.
Churches may be open where possible for private prayer but with no public worship services taking place.
Please check the Kingsdown and Creekside website and Facebook page for updates - www.kingsdownandcreekside.co.uk
Church Wardens Contact Details: Newnham: Bruce Leckie (01795) 890550 Dave Buckett (01795) 890240 Doddington: Les Roberts (01795) 886332 Matthew Jevons (01795) 886341 Wychling: Robbie Jardine (01795) 886165 Linda Yates (01795) 830285
April History Notes
Reverend James H. Bower, Vicar 1841-1871 started making notes in the Newnham, St. Peter and St. Paul Church Register where the B.M.Ds were listed and then subsequent Vicars or Church Wardens followed suit in later years.
"The Brass Cross was presented at Easter 1907 by the Reverend Francis William May, Vicar. He placed the Cross on the altar in order that the people might be reminded that salvation is only to be found in the Christ Jesus the Lord, The Eternal Son of God the Father.”
Wychling Doddington Newnham Historical Research Group 5 Wildwinds Antique Centre Norton Crossroads, London Road, Teynham (A2) Tel: 07791 634695 Antiques, Vintage, Retro, Tea room 10-5 Tues-Sat, 10-4 Sun Lots of different traders with fantastic items A defibrillator can be found on the north wall of Doddington Village Hall and also on the Porch wall of Newnham Village Hall.
What’s On Doddington Village Hall (unless otherwise stated) Weekly PILATES – Thursdays 12 noon – Contact: Julie Patching, email: [email protected]***NEW MEDAU - exercise, move, & dance your way to fitness! Tuesdays 9.45am -11am, Contact Jane 01795 886267 Valley Players: Tuesday evenings, September to December from 7.30pm. If you are interested in helping or taking part in future productions pop in and leave your name and contact details. Backstage help particularly welcome. Buddies Parent and Toddler Group: Thursday morning (term-time) 10.00 to 11.30. All children aged 0 - 4 and their carers are most welcome. Contact Rebecca Outred on 07790515273. Doddington Ukulele Movement: Thursday evenings 8pm. Contact: Bob Allen: 01795 886848, [email protected] Monthly Doddington Parish Council : 2nd Monday 7.30 pm. Local residents welcome to observe, and there is a section for questions and comments from the public. Historical Research Group: 4th Monday 7.30pm. Exploring local history and archaeology in the three parishes. Enquiries to Paula 01795 886165 or email: [email protected] Newnham Village Hall (unless otherwise stated) Weekly Youth Club: It would be useful if those parents interested in their teenagers having a youth club could contact the Parish Council (see page 11 for contact details). U3A Art Group: Every Monday afternoon 1-4pm. Contact: Sue 890627 Newnham Brownies: 5.30pm - 7.00pm every Tuesday (term-time only). Contact: Val - 890240 Tea and Chat: 2pm on 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month but during summer months 3rd Thursday only. Newnham Folk Dance Group: Friday 8.00pm - 10.00pm. 01227 264322 Monthly Newnham Parish Council Meeting: 2nd Thursday each month at 8pm Nearby towns and villages Medau: Tuesdays 7.15-8.30pm Tunstall CoE Primary School; Wednesdays 9.45-11.00am Norton Village Hall; Thursdays 9.30-10.45 & 11.15am-12.30pm Tunstall Village Hall; 1.45pm-3.00pm Boughton Village Hall Plus special seated class at Norton Village Hall each Wednesday 11.30am-12.30pm. Contact: Jane 01795 886267 Zumba: Day and evening classes in Teynham, Faversham and Eastling. Contact Leigh Miles 01795 890149, 07873431952, [email protected], or www. milesdanceandfitness.com
Guitar & Ukulele Group: The Chequers, Wednesday 7.30pm - 9.30pm, all levels welcome. Useful contacts Doddington Neighbourhood Watch: To be kept informed of local incidents and general notifications issued by the Kent NHW police, please email: [email protected] Suspicious happenings should be reported by phone on 101, or 999 in an emergency. Doddington Community Warden: Dave Osborne: 07813 712803 Doddington and Newnham online: www.doddingtonkent.btck.co.uk www.newnhampc.kentparishes.gov.uk. Facebook: Doddington Village and Newnham Village each have their own Facebook sites
Helen Whately: MP for Faversham and Mid Kent - email: [email protected] Address: House of Commons, London, SW1A 0AA. Tel: 020 7219 6472 7 Lady Gardener Available for Planting, Pruning, Mowing & Weeding Regular Visit or One-off Minimum 2 hours Call Bev - 07752830979
An unwanted inheritance – hundreds of recycled, recycled garden pots – please help yourself to the pile outside Doughty’s shop in Doddington – they might be handy when you choose ......
...... something to do in your “spare time” ? DODDINGTON PARISH COUNCIL
Chairman: Kevin Attwood 886395, Vice Chairman: Steve Coates 886378 Councillors: Graham Cuthbert 886365, Peter Duckworth 886112, Kevin Fraser 886623, Colin Jones 886857 and Sallie Shaw 886804 Clerk: Wendy Licence 01622 739324
COMMUNITY WARDEN Jack Gilbey, the Community Warden reported that there have been no major issues in the village. The main concern is the coronavirus COVID-19. There is no need to stock pile and if there is anyone socially isolated, they should inform him. Jack’s contact details are 0777 339 7135, email [email protected].
PLANNING MATTERS i. Ref: 20/500933/TPOA Address: The Old Vicarage Church Hill Doddington ME9 0BD TPO application: to carry out works to horse chestnut tree as described in Arboricultural report SA/1657/20. Councillors considered the application and agreed to support the proposal. Ref: 19/506344/FULL Address: The Old Post Office The Street Doddington ME9 0BH. Proposal: Erection of single storey side and rear extension, side canopy and conversion of outbuilding to provide utility room with insertion of new side door (resubmission: 19/500504/FULL) This application has been permitted. Ref: 20/500139/LBC Address: Southview The Street Doddington Sittingbourne Kent ME9 0BH Proposal: Listed Building consent for installation of a lift This application has been permitted.
HIGHWAYS Although some drains have been cleaned out, there has been concern that some drains and connecting pipes still need to be cleared and regularly maintained. During recent torrential rain, some drains became blocked with debris so roads flooded and this needed to be cleared by residents. Councillors thanked the residents concerned. In light of the debris on the roads KCC Highways has been requested to sweep the local roads and clear drains, in particular the Old Lenham Road. Issues with the drains continue to be reported to KCC Highways.
FINANCE The Council has agreed a grant of £95 to the Kent, Sussex and Surrey Air Ambulance Trust.
PLAYING FIELD A few sticks need to be cleared from the playing field following recent winds. The swings shackles and chains have been measured and found to be well within the limits for wear. It is hoped to spray the moss on the playing surfaces in the near future, weather permitting. A list of the trees needing ivy removed has been compiled for Councillors. Landscape Services will be asked to carry out the first cut of the year.
Date of next Meeting: Thursday 16 April 2020 at 7.30pm in Doddington Village Hall. Please note the change of date.
All are welcome to attend. There is a public time for residents to address the Council.
This is a brief summary of the meeting held on 9 March, the full minutes will be available on the Parish Council website when ratified.
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Present: Cllrs C Woods, S Elworthy, J Crampton, S Gunner, P Pawlik, E Turner, S Wickenden In attendance: Louise Bareham (Clerk)Cllr A Bowles (KCC) Apologies for absence Cllr D Simmons (SBC)
Co-option of Members - Pippa Pawlik, Emma Turner and Sally Wickenden were proposed, seconded by current members and resolved as councillors. After signing their Declaration of Acceptance of Office, which was witnessed by the Clerk, they joined the meeting.
Traffic Survey The survey was discussed and it was noted that most speeding above 30mph took place between 6am and 8am and there were not many HGVs. Cllr Wickenden reported that her husband had contacted any HGV companies he had seen using the route and this seemed to have lowered the traffic level. It was generally agreed that traffic increased when there were issues on the M2 or M20.
It was agreed, as there were several people now trained in SpeedWatch to ask if they could join a Doddington group for further training. The Clerk will contact the Doddington Clerk for details.
Wineycock Play Area Two emails had been received objecting to the removal of the goal. Concerns were raised that the goal was not safe and ownership/responsibility was not clear. Cllr Gunner would look into files to confirm whether the housing association or Swale Borough Council are responsible. It was agreed that the Clerk would get quotes from a RoSPA qualified operative to survey the goal.
Planning It was agreed that no further comments would be added to the appeal for the planning application of 99 The Street.
Clerk’s Report A request for funding from the Air Ambulance had been received and it was agreed to grant £100. The Clerk requested approval to purchase a .org domain name for the parish website, which was agreed at approximately £30 per annum.
Other Matters The PCSO’s crime report had not yet been received. Cllr Woods noted that light fittings from Land Rover Discoveries were being stolen in the area. Cllr Elworthy reported on the Newnham Village Hall meeting, with 4 Wine & Wisdom evenings proposed for the year, together with an Easter Fair. It was agreed to look into litter picks for the Great British Spring Clean. Cllr Bowles noted his report which had previously been sent via email. Concerns were raised regarding Coronavirus and it was agreed that several councillors’ contact details would be included in the newsletter to provide a crisis lifeline for help and reassurance during the difficult period ahead.
Date of Next Meeting: Thursday 16th April 2020 8pm in the Village Hall. All residents are welcome
NEWNHAM COUNCILLORS Colin Woods (Chairman) 890621, Sue Gunner (Vice Chairman) 890627, Sue Elworthy 886821, Jane Crampton 890491, Pippa Pawlik 07976301443, Emma Turner 07879225544 and Sally Wickenden 890965 Clerk: Louise Bareham 892149 email: [email protected]
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12 ‘ Nature Notes
I ended last month’s Nature Notes by talking about ravens, and am starting this one on the same subject, as a pair flew north over Dully Hill on the day before I sat down to write this. I continue to be amazed at seeing these superb birds locally, as I remember how restricted these were to western and northern Britain when I started birdwatching all those years ago. Equally amazing to have red kites here – back in the 1970s, a trip to mid-Wales was needed to have any hope of seeing them. Now they are regular (though still uncommon) in Kent, and one has been seen on at least a couple of occasions in mid- March over the fields between Doddington and Down Court Road. A walk to the west of Doddington, heading out towards Ringlestone and then up Coal Pit Lane towards Torry Hill revealed a good number of spring flowers. Wood anemones are already flowering well, as are the little barren strawberry (similar to wild strawberry, but with dull, grey-green-leaves, and with clear gaps between the petals on each flower), while the green flowers town-hall-clock or moschatel have started to appear. Also flowering along a wooded roadside was a number of plants of goldilocks buttercup, a remarkable plant of ancient woodland with odd-shaped flowers each of which have petals of varying sizes. Goldilocks buttercup is one of a number of plants which are apomictic, producing seed without the need for sexual reproduction, a feature which tends to produce a range of similar but nonetheless distinct ‘microspecies’. Another common apomictic plant is bramble, for which botanists recognise more than 320 microspecies which are colossally difficult to tell apart! In the village, I have seen at least half-a-dozen bee species (and I’m writing right in the middle of the month), including a worker of the buff-tailed bumblebee, which means that the queens of this species must have been active for some weeks. And in our back garden, I have heard a chiffchaff singing from nearby trees, while the blue tits have started nesting in the bird box. This activity all seemed very early to me, so I’ve checked information on the phenology of a number of species – that is the relation between climate and activities in their various life cycles. These give a stark indication of the how rapidly our climate is changing.
It turns out that the mean first flowering date for wood anemones was around the end of March during the first half of the Twentieth Century, but the Woodland Trust’s Nature’s Calendar website shows that over the last decade there has been widespread flowering across England during the first half of March. And amongst the birds, the first arrival dates of chiffchaffs migrating to the UK has advanced more than ten days since the 1960s. The impacts of these changes has yet to be seen, but it is worrying that, while blue tits are indeed nesting earlier than previously, the caterpillars they catch to feed their nestlings are emerging earlier still, creating a mis-match between nesting times and peak food availability.
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Eastling Gardeners Club meets four times a year in Eastling village hall, Kettle Hill Road, Eastling at 7.30 p.m.. The annual subscription is £10 or £4 per meeting for non-members.
Telephone Clive on 890160 for further information.
15 Animal Magic For Life’s Journey I’ve been love with animals Since I was a tiny child. I was always taking stray cats home Which drove my mother wild.
Work at the kennels Was the first job that I had. Stray cats always find us Some of my school friends envied me, And ask if they can stay. Others though me mad. Black or which or tabby And a ginger one today. The man who owned the kennels Didn’t know what he had done, I also love our feathered friends, As a few years further down the line Puffins and penguins make me smile. I got married to his son. But let me see a spider And I’ll try to run a mile. I already had a greyhound, Who joined our married life. My favourites are dogs and cats So my husband got an animal And donkeys and alpacas, As well as a new wife. Hamsters, guinea pigs and ducks. In fact I’m animal crackers! We once lived on the Isle of Sheppey, Where we had a piece of land, Pam Hawkins And many creatures came along April 2020 To join our happy band.
We once had thirty chickens, The eggs were very nice. The children had some hamsters, They even had pet mice.
They call our place the frog house. Now that always makes me laugh. I once looked up and saw one Hop across the hearth.
Our daughters both had ponies, Which I also used to ride. We used to go down on the beach And follow the outgoing tide.
Newnham Village 100 Club - November Draw results 1st prize No. 45 2nd prize No. 50 3rd prize No. 91 Next draw – 16th April 2020 For details contact either Jeff Kirby 890095 or Steve Dixon 890205
16 Brownie Activities Diary Eastling School News
Eastling Primary School celebrated World Book Day Pancake Pandemonium - we had fun racing, cooking with a week of exciting activities based on a range of and tossing pancakes made with Barn Owl’s great texts. It culminated in all the children and staff delicious batter. dressing up as a book character. World Thinking Day - QE School on Sat 29th Feb. Acorn class led a lovely assembly on Friday 6th March The themes were difference and inclusivity. It was on the theme of ‘Around the World.’ The children shared their learning about Africa and Australia. They great to meet girls from other units. showed off some wonderful art including pointillism, colourful jewellery and clay fruits. The children had Blow us Away - we made windmills from recycled cooked some food and learnt facts about the places and plastic straws to understand and discuss wind- too. generated power.
On Wednesday 11th March Miss Johnson took children Character Mix-up - the girls retold the classic fairy- from years 1 and 2 to participate in an infant agility tale Little Red Riding Hood, with the twists of competition at Herne Bay High School. The children kindness and difference. had to complete a range of activities including throwing javelins, jumping and skipping. Thank you, thank you, thank you, beloved Barn Owl The Year 6 children are looking forward to going to for your many years of dedicated service! PGL, the schools residential trip on Monday 16th March. They have a full week of activities planned We are looking for new Brown Owls – term-time including raft building, abseiling, climbing and Jacobs Tuesdays 5:30-7pm. Attending every meeting not Ladder. required. If you can spare an hour and a half a week and would like to volunteer, please call Rainbow The school are delighted to be collaborating with Owl on 01795 890211 or visit the Girl Guiding Trees for Farms and have some exciting projects website www.girlguiding.org.uk planned for the coming year.
There are a few spaces available across the school for We have ceased meetings until we are an immediate start. Any prospective parents are told by Girlguiding UK to resume. welcome to call the office on 01795 890252 to arrange a visit. For further information please visit our school website where photographs and newsletters Currently we have 12 Brownies, which leaves us with are displayed and updated regularly. six places, so if you would like your daughter to join, please get in touch with Rainbow Owl on 01795 Melanie Dale, Head Teacher. 890211 or visit the Girl Guiding website www.girlguiding.org.uk
Local Ladies Doddington Open Gardens 2020 Join us for a friendly Drink and chat in The George from 7.30p on the third Thursday of every month but discontinued for the time being. Sundays 14th June & 12th July
17 Doddington Village Hall The Valley Players present Two one-act comedy plays 7.30pm 27th & 28th March
And Flaming Liberty by David Titchener By arrangement with Lazy Bee Scripts Café Style seating, bring drinks and nibbles to share with friends. Seats can be pre-booked, details on tickets. Tickets £8. Available from The Chequers and Doddington Service Station. Some swearing. May be unsuitable for young children.
Please note that It is possible that the events on this and other pages may not take place.
18 CORONAVIRUS Members of the villages Parish Councils have offered to be on call for any of their neighbours in the village who may, over the next few possibly difficult months, need help in obtaining shopping, medical supplies or up to date information regarding the virus. PLEASE CALL AFTER 9am AND BEFORE 6pm Their telephone numbers are:- Newnham: Sally 890965 Emma 07879225544 Pippa 07976301443 Doddington: Kevin 886623 Colin 886857 Wychling: Glenn 886434 In the meantime, please find below some useful suggestions to help our village communities. Prevention – minimise the risk of infection for yourself and others – by washing hands often and properly, staying at home, avoiding crowds as much as possible and cancelling unnecessary travel. Information- proactively share reliable, factual information and guidance. This is the best way to counter the fake news and conspiracy theories that are fuelling mistrust, panic and reckless behaviour – threatening our collective response to the epidemic. Connection – give mutual support within your family and members of our local community. Reach out to make sure all, particularly the most vulnerable, have the necessary information and support than can protect them against infection and unhealthy anxiety or to get adequate medical assistance. COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect your lungs and airways. It's caused by a virus called coronavirus. Stay at home if you have coronavirus DO symptoms •try to keep at least 2 metres (3 steps) from Stay at home for 7 days if you have either: other people in your home, particularly older •a high temperature – you feel hot to touch on your people or those with long-term health conditions chest or back •ask friends and family and delivery services to •a new, continuous cough – this means you've started deliver things like food shopping and medicines – coughing repeatedly but avoid contact with them Do not go to a GP surgery, pharmacy or hospital. •sleep alone if possible You do not need to contact 111 to tell them you're •regularly wash your hands with soap and warm staying at home. water for at least 20 seconds Testing for coronavirus is not needed if you're staying at •try to stay away from older people and those with home. long-term health conditions •if you live with other people, they should stay at •drink plenty of water and take everyday painkillers, home for 14 days from the day the first person got such as paracetamol, to help with your symptoms symptoms DON’T Use the NHS 111 online coronavirus service if: •do not have visitors (ask people to leave •you feel you cannot cope with your symptoms at home deliveries outside) •your condition gets worse •do not leave the house, for example to go •your symptoms do not get better after 7 days for a walk, to school or public places. Use the 111 coronavirus service on line See over page for latest advice from NHS Only call 111 if you cannot get help online. 19 LATEST ADVICE FROM NHS online How long to stay at home •if you have symptoms, stay at home for 7 days •if you live with other people, they should stay at home for 14 days from the day the first person got symptoms If you live with someone who is 70 or over, has a long-term condition, is pregnant or has a weakened immune system, try to find somewhere else for them to stay for 14 days. If you have to stay at home together, try to keep away from each other as much as possible. If you have online access - read our advice about staying at home.
How to avoid catching and spreading coronavirus (social distancing) Everyone should do what they can to stop coronavirus spreading. It is particularly important for people who: •are 70 or over •have a long-term condition •are pregnant •have a weakened immune system
Do Don't •wash your hands with soap and water often – do •do not touch your eyes, nose or mouth if your this for at least 20 seconds hands are not clean •always wash your hands when you get home or •do not have visitors to your home, including into work friends and family •use hand sanitiser gel if soap and water are not available •cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when you cough or sneeze •put used tissues in the bin immediately and wash your hands afterwards •avoid close contact with people who have The NHS will contact you from Monday symptoms of coronavirus 23 March 2020 if you are at particularly •only travel on public transport if you need to •work from home, if you can high risk of getting seriously ill with •avoid social activities, such as going to pubs, coronavirus. You'll be given specific advice restaurants, theatres and cinemas about what to do. •avoid events with large groups of people •use phone, online services, or apps to contact Do not contact your GP or healthcare team your GP surgery or other NHS services at this stage – wait to be contacted.
20 THE GEORGE INN This service only available
to Residents in Newnham Bringing The Village Pub to your doorstep!!!
THE GEORGE INN TAKEAWAY & DELIVERY SERVICE Tel: 890237
CORONAVIRUS ISOLATION SERVICE Cod & Chips £12.95 Scampi & chips £8.95 Due to the recent government decision of self- Cheese & hamp ploughman's £8.95 isolation, we would like to offer a hot/cold Shortcrust pastry Pie & mash/chips £13.95 food delivery service from our Takeaway menu, Suet Pudding & mash/chips £13.95 including items from our village store. Chickpea burger & chips (V VG) £12.95 Butchers sausage mash/chips 8.9 5 We have attached a menu for you to keep, as Ham, egg & chips £8.95 well as a basic essential list from our village Whitebait & chips £10.95 shop. We will offer a free delivery service to Homemade Houmouns (V VG) £8.95 everyone affected in Newnham Village. Breaded Brie & homemade £8.95 cauliflower sauce (V) If you have any questions regarding the above, Game Terrine with a a cranberry £8.95 please call us on 01795 890237 compote and rustic bread 6oz Lamb Burger, with minted £14.95 David & Claire mayonnaise, chips & coleslaw
Sandwiches and Baguettes THE GEORGE INN Ham & wholegrain mustard £6.95 GENERAL STORE Cheddar & red onion chutney £6.95 Battered cod finger & tartar sauce £7.95 Opening times Butchers Sausage, onion & mustard £7.95 Tuesday 6 till 10pm Wednesday, Thursday & Friday Fromage Friday A cheese board for one 12-3pm 6-11pm complete with either a medium glass of red or Saturday white wine with cheeses to match £10 9.30am-11.00pm (Newnham Village Only) Sunday 12-8pm Friday Fish & Chips Takeaway & delivery £5 Fruit & vegetables Milk 1pt and 4pt, cheeses & eggs We can also delivery yo a pint or choice of Chutneys & Pickles tipple to your door!!! (Newnham Village only) Jams & Honey We would like to thank everyone for their Sliced meats, ham, beef & turkey continued support during such a difficult Bread (bloomers, rolls & baguettes, sour time. dough rolls, Ciabatta rolls) and more The George INN
Rescue Hamper available, we will deliver you the essentials The above menu, unless mentioned For delivery during coronavirus isolation, otherwise is available outside the please call us on 01795 890237 village but will have to be collected DIARY OF EVENTS Wednesday every week 7pm – Guitars at the Chequers The Chequers, Doddington Although The George is still open and serving drinks and meals, all events previously advertised have been cancelled until further notice.
21st March 7.30pm Spring Quiz - with an Easter flavour Cancelled Newnham Village Hall 27/28th March 7.30pm Spring Plays - Postponed Doddington Village Hall 7th June 1pm start Newnham Fete (please note this is a Sunday) - Cancelled The George Garden 14th June Doddington Open Gardens Doddington Village 4th July 7.30pm Cantiana Summer Concert - Cancelled Doddington Church 11th July 12.30-18.00 DUM Ukulele Festival The Chequers, Doddington 12th July Doddington Open Gardens Doddington Village 5th September Doddington Village Show Doddington Village Hall 4/5/6th December Doddington Panto – Dick Whittington Doddington Village Hall AFTERNOON TEA & CHAT in Newnham Village is suspended for the time being. Further information and contact details for the above events can be found in current or future Newsletters If you have anything of interest for the newsletter, please let us know
The Current Situation Doughty’s, in Doddington, are open 6 days a week and will be maintaining their stock of meat, fruit, vegetables, milk, bread and other edibles to cope with the probable demand from the surrounding villages. Delivery is available locally. (see advert on page 12)
If anyone would like to add their names to the volunteer lists to help out their friends and neighbours over the next few months, please contact your Parish Council Clerk (contact numbers on page 9 and 11) Thank you
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