Parish Magazine July/Aug 2020 EDITORIAL This two-month issue of our magazine is the last in the present run. In September there will be new pictures on the front cover and the advertising pages will have been reset. Unfortunately many of our small local businesses have not been trading since March and can no longer afford to advertise but I hope you will all support those who are continuing. It has been heartening to know that many of our readers have been seeking out the landmarks pictured through the year. I hope as much pleasure will be given by the new theme. I’d like to extend my thanks to all contributors during the year and especially the effort made to keep the magazine interesting since lock- down. A really big hand clap for Jo Smith who prepares the magazine for the printers every month and Carole and John Wilson who make sure you all receive your copy. There will be spare copies available in the church porch but if you would like to have it delivered monthly to your door for only £5 a year please contact me. Christine Leonard Editor
Dear Parishioners 2/3 Headley Village Hall 14 Parish Register 3 The Headley Society 15/16 All Saints Services 4 Headley Theatre Club 17 New Path in churchyard 5 Poem by Beth Arnold 18/19 Lindford Church 6 Ludshott Photo Club 20/21 Did You Guess? 6 Gardeners Question Corner 22 St Francis Church 7/8 Horticultural Society 23 Postponed events 9 Headley Cricket Club 24 Future Dates / Websites 10 How to make a Facemask 25 Arford WI 11 Headley Parish Council 26/27 Walks and Rambles 12/13 Grayshott Arts Society 27/28 The Holme School 14 Parish Directory Back Cover: Where is this building? See answer in September.
Deadline for September issue: 15th August 2020 Please submit articles to [email protected]
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Dear Parishioners, July/Aug 2020
Every morning I read two online newspapers. The coronavirus is of course centre stage and most of the news items are about the pandemic. They reveal that COVID-19 deaths in the UK have topped 40,000; that masks may or may not afford protection; that the “R” number, which indicates the potential rate of infection, is creeping up again in some parts of England. Yet the world is beginning to grow noisy again. There is more traffic on the roads and more people making for newly reopened shops. A greater variety of news items are beginning to appear on our screens each day. Those of us who have tentatively learnt to Zoom and to Skype are finding ourselves zooming more frequently. In so many ways this new burst of activity is truly to be welcomed. Life seems to be struggling towards something slightly more recognisable as a new “normal”. There are real bonuses, like the tentative relaxation of some of the social distancing guidelines so those who have families can be reunited a little more, even 2 metres apart. But the future brings its own unknowns – and anxieties too. In twelve short weeks some of those things on which we once depended have changed almost beyond recognition. Some are walking the intolerably lonely journey of bereavement. Health has become a far more fragile commodity. Some are still imprisoned in their own homes. ‘Self-isolating’ implies choice – for some there is no choice. Some feel unsafe in their own workplaces. For some, job security and financial stability has all but disappeared. Others are working harder than ever before in order to keep us and our children safe in an unsafe world. For many years we had a family cottage in Aberdeenshire and we had a favourite walk. It’s called the Queen’s Drive because it was Queen Victoria’s favourite walk as well. It’s a circular walk and pleasantly undemanding, a wide grassy track sloping gently between lovely trees with glorious views. One year we decided to come back on a more exciting path. We tried it and the path got more and more difficult until it petered out and we found ourselves clinging to an almost vertical hillside of slippery grass with a sheer drop of about 150 feet below us. I
2 remember feeling very unhappy indeed as I inched forward, holding on grimly to the stoutest pieces of heather. That walk is up there in my memory with the other scariest moments of my life and I really thought we might both end up at the bottom of the cliff. I only looked down once. That was enough. After that I kept my eyes fixed on my athletic friend who was leading the way and I tried hard to always find the same holds in the hope that as they had supported him they might also support me. COVID-19 has brought us fears and insecurities and the way out will bring more. I am just reading a new book “Where is God in a Coronavirus World?” by John C. Lennox (The Good Book Company). It is an encour- aging read and only 62 pages long. The “blurb” on the back cover says:– “We are living through a unique, era-defining period. Many of our old certainties have gone, whatever our view of the world and whatever our beliefs. The coronavirus pandemic and its effects are perplexing and unsettling for all of us. How do we begin to think it through and cope with it?” John Lennox tackles some hugely relevant questions and, refreshingly, he does not pretend to have all the answers. But like the psalmist, he brings the underlying conviction that God has not deserted his people. And at the heart of the world’s suffering is Jesus in whose suffering is our hope. There are things we simply cannot do in our own strength, but which become possible when we keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, and know ourselves loved and led. In the words of an old American hymn, When the road is rough and steep, fix your eyes on Jesus. He is faithful to the end. Fix your eyes on Him. With love and prayers,
Parish Register
3 June Maureen Ethel Thurgood Headley 83 Graveside funeral 10 June Ian Kenneth Walker Alton 73 Basingstoke Crematorium
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Church Services ALL SAINTS PARISH CHURCH
FROM TUESDAY JUNE 16 All Saints will be OPEN for private prayer at the following times until Services restart
Tuesday evening: 7 8pm Thursday: 9.30am 10.30am Sunday: 11am Noon
Social Distances applies Please wear a mask inside the church when moving around.
Provisional services when lockdown is eased Social Distancing in force [All Saints will hold 50 folk approx. for this] 8.00am Holy Communion 10.00am Parish Communion Thursday 9.30am
Still in Lockdown in July? streaming service Facebook @ Sundays 10am
Start-up – if 5th July (Trinity 5 if 11th July)
5 SUNDAY FOURTH SUNDAY OF TRINITY and each Sunday thereafter 8.00am Holy Communion 1662 10.00am Parish Communion
Our Parish Church Website can be found at
www.allsaintsheadley.org.uk
See also our Facebook page search: All Saints Parish Church Headley
4 The North Churchyard, Headley Parish Church This was opened in the Great War (WWI) from a large section of the Old Rectory Garden. The latest burial in the old section was in 1914 and the are several military graves in the churchyard; it is also known as the Long Churchyard. The path along to the back gate has been awful, almost non-existent and often muddy, but with assistance from Friends of All Saints Headley, Headley Parish Council, East Hants District and Hants County Councils we have refurbished/ replaced the existing path so it is easy for people from Church- fields etc. and from the Holme School to come to the Church- yard, Church and Village Centre. The path length was 160m and was put in by local firm James Gatcum and we thank them for that. We hope you like it too. Andrew Barton, Rector and PCC
Poetic Licence! Have you penned your four lines for our verse competition? With breath truly bated we ’wait your rendition. We hope to receive it, but please do remember It must arrive here by the end of September.
To [email protected] (which is impossible to scan)
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Lindford Church Services
At the time of writing (mid-June) there are no imminent plans to reopen the church building for prayer or worship, although Pollyanna pre-school have safely returned to the church hall. We are being advised not to rush! The lockdown has certainly given us all a chance to ‘stop and smell the roses’ enabling us to draw closer to God in different ways. So, until we can meet together in the building, the following is on offer on Sundays:– 10am – a short message from Cafe Church leaders livestreamed on the church Facebook page 11am (first Sunday of each month) – Zoom All Age Worship led by Deacon Janet Heys Anytime – an emailed written service from our minister [email protected] More information at www.lindfordchurch.co.uk Did You Guess? The picture on last month’s cover was of the stone standing on the Village Green to commemorate the Silver Jubilee of George V in 1935. Originally it had a plaque attached to the top, but over the years this became detached from the plinth and is now on display in the foyer of the Village Hall. The plaque was unveiled by Dennis John Chiverton, whose birthday was nearest to the date of the Jubilee – he was 6 years old – see below.
The plaque now in the foyer of the Village Hall
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St Francis Community Church News
www.StFrancisHeadleyDown.com
Not much has changed in St Francis in a practical or physical sense, but we have had continued success in our on-line services, reaching many more people than would fit in the church building. Have you ever let your bible flop open to see where it leads? Mine naturally flops open somewhere in the middle and you probably find yourself in Psalms, the bible’s poetry book. I am particularly drawn to Psalm 27 which talks about ‘strongholds’, about the ‘house of the Lord’ and keeping us ‘safe in his dwelling place’. Having recently moved to a new house, on a hill or ‘rock’ as the psalm puts it, it has particular reverence for me. The words ‘Coronavirus’ and ‘Lockdown’ have entered our vocabulary and are probably used in every other sentence during most conversations. Most of us are now restless at being housebound for so long and, as restrictions ease, we look forward to the ‘light at the end of the tunnel’. I would like us to remember. We have been kept ‘safe in our dwelling place’ all this time through the grace of the Lord. While the lockdown will not last forever, our place in his kingdom is assured and Christians will ‘live in the House of the Lord’ forever. We don’t expect it to be a ‘Lockdown’ and it will definitely be virus free! As Christians, our tunnel is permanently illuminated with the light of the Lord and we look forward to a time when we can emerge from this situation and meet again across a physical space, rather than through a monitor or mobile phone screen. I look forward to a time when we are allowed to greet each other in natural contact, with a firm and friendly handshake or long-expected hug from close friends. This may not be the case for a while even when we have emerged from our ‘tunnel’, but it is yet another milestone to look forward to. Psalm 27 ends with verses 13 and 1 . “I am still confident in this: I will see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord”.
7 Our on-line Big Breakfast services continue to entertain and teach us new things. The one ingredient missing however is the constant supply of coffee and the welcome ‘bacon butty’.
The Food Bank continues to be a beacon of hope for those needing its services, more-so now than ever before. It continues to meet each Thursday and has adapted all procedures to fall in line with social distancing rules. With the re-arrangement of staff, it has meant a much- needed break for some stalwart staff. Donations and supplies, mirac- ulously, continue to meet the need of the growing number of families for which the food bank is a necessary lifeline. Well done the food bank team.
Just a thought be uplifted and read Psalm 27.
Other Events All clubs are temporarily suspended during the present Pandemic. The Food Bank – Thursdays, 2-4pm – Social Distancing rules apply
For more information on any services or activities at St Francis please contact Pauline Firman on 01428 714095.
SERVICES JULY 5 SUNDAY Online BIG Breakfast Service – John and Cathie Russell 12 SUNDAY Online Service inc Holy Communion – Julian Gilbertson 19 SUNDAY Online Coffee & Cake Service – Martin Firman 26 SUNDAY Online Service inc Holy Communion – Rev Elizabeth Knifton AUGUST 2 SUNDAY Online BIG Breakfast Service – John and Cathie Russell 9 SUNDAY Online Service inc Holy Communion – Marc Nuttall 16 SUNDAY Online Coffee & Cake Service – Rev Elizabeth Knifton 23 SUNDAY Online Service inc Holy Communion – Martin Firman 30 SUNDAY Online Coffee & Cake Service – Julian Gilbertson Morning Prayers through Zoom meeting (see website for details) Every Wednesday and Saturday morning 9.00 to 9.40am.
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Mobile Bank & Post Office Mobile services are currently suspended but the Post Offices in Grayshott & Lindford remain open
Proposed Coach Trip to Lacock, 15th September Regrettably, this visit will now have to be cancelled. I very much hope to reschedule it for next year. In such uncertain times let’s hope for the best. If you have any queries or would like put your name down in anticipation, please contact me on [email protected] or 01428 714073. Jill Howard-Duff
Parish Lunch
This is a monthly occasion and a pleasant way to meet and get to know fellow parishioners. Everyone is very welcome. As soon as I can report some good news about the resumption of our Parish Lunch at Blackmoor Golf Club I will let you know. Keep safe, Jill Howard-Duff
PLEASE SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME
Many local businesses remain open to offer you vital provisions. Please seek them out. They appreciate your custom. (And you may get used to using them more in the future!)
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Dates for your Diary
Sunday 13 Sept – 2.30pm: Hindhead Common. The Haslemere Walking Festival is currently still hoping to host another Dramatic Walk over Hindhead Common, led by Jo Smith, aka Sir Robert Hunter. Check their Facebook page /haslemerewalkingfestival/ for details and news.
IMPORTANT! With many advertised events being cancelled or postponed, it’s important to keep people advised of the current situation. We suggest that organisers tell the village website of any changes (email [email protected]) so that we may all check there as to what’s on and what’s off. Check www.headley-village.com for up-to-date information
PS. While restrictions remain in force, we shall be hosting the Parish Magazine on this website so that those who do not receive their normal copy may view it here. Please pass the message on.
Website addresses www.allsaintsheadley.org.uk All Saints Parish Church www.headley-village.com Headley Village website www.hants.gov.uk – Hampshire County Council www.easthants.gov.uk – East Hampshire District Council headleyparish.com – Headley Parish Council www.lindfordpc.org.uk – Lindford Parish Council
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Arford WI
Mention the Women’s Institute and some will say “That’s all Jam and Jerusalem”. However, this is only partially so. When the Women’s Institute was formed during the first World War, one of its aims was to encourage its members to help feed the nation, and the making of jam was part of this. Where would we be without Jam? It is essential for jam roly poly, jam butties and much more. Members of Arford WI are always pleased to purchase the home- made jam made by one of our ladies when she puts it on the WI sales table at one of our meetings. (Ten per cent of all proceeds from the sales table are given to help WI funds). ‘Jerusalem’ was written by the English poet William Blake in 1804. In 1916 Sir Hubert Parry, a Professor at the Royal College of Music, set it to music and it was used as wartime propaganda during the first World War, and the Women’s Suffrage Movement used it as a rallying cry. Many leaders of the National Federation of Women’s Institutes had been suffr- agettes. A letter sent to the WI magazine Home & Country suggested that members would like to sing Jerusalem at the forthcoming 8th Annual General Meeting in 1924. After an impressive performance at the 1924 Meeting, a competition was held for an “Institute song” – Jerusalem was chosen and is still with us to this day It is always sung at the Annual General Meeting held at a different venue in England each year. The Women’s Institute is for all ladies with varied interests and skills; it is not imperative to make Jam and sing Jerusalem!! If in doubt that it is for you, why not come along when we are next able to hold a meeting and try it out.
In the meantime to find out more about Arford WI please contact President, Samantha Downs on 07949 596878 or at [email protected].
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Headley Walks
All organised walks are currently suspended due to the government restrictions. Watch this space or check relevant websites for information.
Paths Less trodden During this period of ‘lockdown’ I’ve been reflecting on the walks we could have been doing. This brought me to look at the Parish Council’s booklet Footpaths, Bridleways and Byways of Headley Parish – and to realise that it was somewhat out of date. As well as there now being new paths which didn’t exist at the time of publication (and at least one which may no longer exist) the descriptions of the condition of the paths often bears no relation to their condition today. I have suggested to the Council, and they have given their approval, that we might raise a ‘post-lockdown’ project to revisit all our public paths and record their condition as they are now. For which we will need volunteers. I’m happy to co-ordinate this – so if you are interested in walking the walk, contact me at [email protected] and I’ll compile a list of the willing.
Meanwhile, here’s a little quiz. Some of our rights of way have acquired local names over the years. Do you know which the following refer to? The Brae Breakneck Hill Cradle Lane Park Lane The Shambles And here’s a tie-break: In 1991 we lost a footpath to Surrey in a boundary change – where was it? Jo Smith
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Liphook & District Ramblers
Although we can now exercise with five people from another household, maintaining social distancing during group rambling is not possible for the time being. Therefore, the Liphook Ramblers committee has decided that until further notice, group rambles are suspended.
When group walking resumes, visit www.liphookramblers.wordpress.com for details or email [email protected]. And until group walking is permitted again, here below are a couple of reminders of walks before social distancing:–
At Kingsley Vale
At Harting Down
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The Holme Church of England Primary School
On June 1st in accordance with Government guidelines the Holme School opened its doors to Reception class, Year 1 and Year 6, plus the children of key workers who have already been attending throughout lockdown. A huge amount of work had gone on in the weeks leading up to the opening, preparing the school according to the new government requirements for safeguarding amongst the children and staff. All has been successful and there is a positive and happy feeling at the school with many of the lessons taking place outside, along with garden- ing, forest school and music. Home schooling on the internet continues for those pupils still at home. The Local Governing Committee would like to thank the schoolteachers and staff for the fabulous job they have done to provide education, security and support to all the children both in school and those remaining at home during the pandemic. With only a few weeks of term left, and the end of the school year looming, teachers, staff and children will soon have to say goodbye to headteacher Ruth Worswick. Her 6 years of dedicated leadership, and total commitment to children, parents and staff, always going above and beyond her duty to support the school mean she will be greatly missed. Preparation for the new school year can now begin as they look forward to welcoming the new appointed head teacher Mrs Sarah Stevenson to the Holme school in September.
Headley Village Hall
The Hall currently remains closed to all users. We shall, of course, keep abreast of Government advice and legislation and open up for those able to use the facilities in safety as soon as the law allows. For bookings and information please contact 07704 379406 [email protected] — www.headley-village.com/hall
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The Headley Society
Paupers to Pop Currently we are having to cancel or postpone items on our programme – and, in particular, our planned visit to Headley Grange has been moved on by 12 months and will now be in August next year. Until then, we offer you this potted history of the Grange.
There may not be many village buildings which have achieved national fame over the years for two completely different reasons, but Headley Grange is one. It was built in 1 as a ‘House of Industry’ at an estimated cost of some £1,500 for the parishes of Headley, Bram- shott and Kingsley, to shelter their infirm, aged paupers, and orphan or illegitimate children. Known as the Workhouse, it found its first claim to fame as one of only two workhouses to be sacked in the 1 0 ‘Swing Riots’ – and the same mob did both of them on successive days. On Tuesday 23rd November 1830, a mob of rioters, estimated by some to be over 1,000 strong, walked over from Selborne, having sacked their own workhouse the day before, and proceeded to ‘destroy’ the Headley house. For this and other ‘crimes’ committed during the day, seven men were sentenced to transportation, and the historians J.L. & B. Hammond in their book ‘The Village Labourer 1 0-1 ,’ written in 1 11, give it as their opinion that “if the rising of 1 0 had succeeded, and won back for the labourer his lost livelihood, the day when the Headley workhouse was thrown down would be remembered by the poor as the day of the taking of the Bastille.” But, they continue, “this rebellion failed.” After the 1830 riot, the building was repaired, and the 1841, 1851 and 1861 censuses show it still being used as a workhouse. It was sold in 1870 to a builder for £420, and he converted it into a private house, now known as Headley Grange.
15 In the 1960s the owners decided to let the house, which became a hostel for students from Farnham School of Art, and then in the 1970s a recording studio for pop groups, including Genesis, Fleetwood Mac, Bad Company, The Pretty Things, Ozark Mountain Daredevils (1973), Ian Dury (1976), Elvis Costello (1976) and Clover (1977/8).