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BAPTISM WEDDING When do we hold baptisms? How do we book our wedding? - on the fourth or fifth Sunday of a month at - please contact our Parish Administrator in 12.15pm or 1.15pm; the Church Office, who will discuss with we normally have one family at each time, you availability of dates and times; will talk however, there may be occasions when we to you about the qualifying connection you have another child to baptise and so there have with the parish; and will take you and will be two families together; your fiancé’s details; - or at our regular worship on a Sunday - you will then be contacted by our vicar to morning at 10.00am; arrange a date to meet.

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10.00am-1.00pm & 2.00pm-4.00pm Priest in Charge Revd. Simon Lewis The Rectory, Ash Trees, East Brent [email protected] Churchwardens Miss Frances James 760 287 Mr Mike Smith 760 691 Services for September 2013 Date Service Time Church 1st September Holy Communion - BCP 8.00am St. Michael’s Brent Knoll Trinity 14 All-sorts-Worship 10.00am St. Mary’s East Brent 8th September Holy Communion - BCP 8.00am St. Michael’s Brent Knoll Trinity 15 Eucharist 10.00am St. Mary’s East Brent Iona (Celtic) Worship 5.30pm St. Mary’s East Brent 15th September Holy Communion - BCP 8.00am St. Christopher’s Lympsham Back to Church Sunday Eucharist 10.00am St. Michael’s Brent Knoll 22nd September Holy Communion - BCP 8.00am St. Mary’s East Brent Trinity 17 Eucharist 10.00am St. Christopher’s Lympsham Evening Prayer – Said 6.30pm St. Michael’s Brent Knoll 29th September Michael & All Angels Eucharist 10.00am St. Michael’s Brent Knoll Every Tuesday Holy Communion 2.30pm St. Mary’s East Brent Every Wednesday Holy Communion 10.00am St. Christopher’s Lympsham CHURCH REGISTER Holy Baptism Holy Matrimony Lauren Chloe Dean, Elizabeth Marjorie Ann Shipton Lana May Dymott, and Karl Andrew Oakley Joseph Henry Routledge, Sophie Elizabeth Lavell Christopher George Hawkins and Lloyd Ronald Dean Dedication of their Civil Marriage Christopher George and Natalie Dianne Hawkins 4

St Michael’s Sidesmen Rota 1st September 8.00am Tim Hannah 8th September 8.00am John Harper 15th September 10.00am Michael & Margaret Smith 22nd September 6.30pm Bruce Wingate 29th September 10.00am John Harper & Sally Wingate METHODIST CHURCH Minister Revd. Andrew Biggs I had to look at the date of this issue twice. Surely Autumn can’t be this close can it? I really haven’t just typed the date for our Harvest Festival, have I? Sadly, yes and yes. Although I’m grateful for small mercies. At the time of writing I’ve yet to see Christmas fare in the shops. I give it a week... At the time of writing, we’re half way through our Summer coffee mornings. A big thank you to everyone who attended or helped out. These coffee mornings were organised for us all to enjoy the company of our village and church friends over drinks and biscuits, not as fund raisers. However, a huge thank you to the generosity of all who attended and gave donations. The children's hospice, the RNLI and MRDF (Methodist Relief & Development Fund) will all benefit from your generosity. Once again - a big thank you all. Our Emmaus Course will be starting again on Thursday 26th September and we will be holding regular bible study sessions which begin on Monday 30th September. Both of these begin at 2.30pm and all are welcome. God bless. Rosemary Krull Preachers for September at 10.30am 1st September : Rev Andrew Biggs (Holy Communion) 8th September : Local Arrangement 15th September : Rev Robin Hutt (Harvest Festival) 22nd September : Mr David Lee 29th September : Mrs Joyce Pipet Toddlers Hope you all had a wonderful Summer full of fun and lots of adventures. Our end of term trip to Court Farm was really enjoyable - it was such a sunny, beautiful day and we even managed to find some much needed shade for our picnic. We look forward to welcoming you back, as well as meeting new friends, at the start of the Autumn Term on Tuesday 10th September. If you would like to know more about us, please do not hesitate to contact either Jane Hannah (760 629) or Margaret Smith (760 691). Jane THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION WOMEN'S SECTION Dates for your diary Committee meeting at the home of Sally Wingate 2.30pm, September 17th Fish & Chip Supper at the Red Cow, all members, new and old are welcome to join us. Please ring Sally on 760 610 if you think you might attend. 7pm, October 14th. AGM in the Jubilee Room, Parish Hall, all members attend if possible. Please bring small, wrapped item for raffle. 2.30pm, November 19th. Christmas Bingo, Parish Hall 7.30pm, December 7th. 5 Kingfisher Windows Local Family Business Est. 1986 by John Fisher

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Parish Council Meeting Summary 1st July, 2013 Meeting Attendance: 8 Councillors attended this meeting and 2 members of the public Minutes of the June meetings The Minutes of the meetings held in June were approved as true and accurate reflections of those meetings Declarations By Cllr Ward on Matters relating to the Parish Hall Key Matters agreed and resolutions approved Overgrown bank near the Old Manor needs attention Approved to deal with two Stafford Gates at the Coomb and Orchard Hill will be financed by Parish Council. The County to be contacted regarding drainage issues in Hill Lane. Toilet Block refurbishment continues and dryers and electrics being quoted for. Toilet Block flooring to be undertaken and re painted after Steam Cleaning. Parish Council to apply for grants under the flood mitigation scheme launched by the County Council. Village book in pictures project no longer a Parish Council matter. On-going discussions with Garden World regarding road improvements. Planning Decisions 12/13/00012: Single Storey extension to West Country Motor Homes Bristol Road No observations offered by the Parish Council 11/13/00068: A change of use application at the RSPCA Brent Road By majority support for the above proposal Finance Matters: Dealt with and payments agreed in line with published agenda. Full copy of the minutes available on the website and also available from the Clerk. Forthcoming meetings: September 2nd 2013 September 16th 2013, Provisional for planning Public always welcome to these meetings. Owen J Cullwick [email protected]

Snakes and Adders During this July hot spell I went to gather some peas from my vegetable plot when I discovered a snake tangled in the netting. Unfortunately during its struggles it had died. I disentangled it, then showed it to some of my grandchildren whose reaction varied from, “Cor!” to “Ugh!” The snake, a grass snake, was almost three feet long and was probably a female which are generally larger than males. No comment! It also looked pregnant. For identification purposes grass snakes have two yellow patches at the base of the head. If they haven't got that then you probably have an adder! In spite of the revulsion which many have towards the snake, they have a wonderful skin pattern which is very symmetrical. After photographing it, the snake was buried with due ceremony and I was tempted to put a notice on its grave saying, "Rest in peas!" BDF 8

Latest Update on the proposed Pilrow Wind Farm As most local residents will be aware, the planning application from Broadview Energy to erect a wind farm at Pilrow, Rooksbridge was rejected by the East Brent Parish Council, by most of the surrounding Parish Councils and by the planners (by delegated Authority) at Sedgemoor District Council. In the face of the almost unanimous local opposition to this project, Broadview decided to appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. This appeal is due to be heard in January 2014 and in the meantime, both East Brent PC and NoPilrow Campaign will be seeking approval to appear at the Appeal as Rule 6 parties. Basically this allows us to present further objections to the scheme other than those already submitted by SDC. Many people will now be aware that the catastrophic predictions of the Global warming/climate change supporters are proving to be almost wholly incorrect. Whilst an economic, reliable and efficient renewable energy source should always be something that we must endeavour to achieve, it is obvious to everyone that the solutions so far put forward will not only fail to do this but will inevitably cause massive harm to the UK in outlandish energy bills, redundancies and loss of competitiveness in world markets. Our children and grandchildren will not feel the effects from any climate change but will certainly be impoverished by the massive costs of trying to force inefficient and outdated technologies on the country whilst the rest of the world benefits from our folly. It is quite clear now that the main reason for renewable energy enthusiasm is the enormous profits that can be made from subsidies paid by consumers to the developers through their energy bills. Profits that developers and their political allies have encouraged, all too often by those in power who have their own vested interests to the fore. Not one renewable energy scheme would be developed without these government enforced tariffs on households and businesses. As one newspaper article has succinctly put it when referring to the many billions of pounds going into the pockets of landowners and financial institutions: “These hundreds of billions are being paid by ordinary families and small and medium-sized businesses in what is undoubtedly one of the biggest wealth transfers from poor to rich in modern European history” (http://www.thegwpf.org/benny-peiser-europe-pulls-plug-green- future/) In the meantime we hope that all who can will help us prevent this development and that you will support us in our fund raising initiatives over the next few months starting with our “Jazz” afternoon on 8th September at the Parish Hall and Green, shown in our inserted flyer. As this is written, we are still awaiting the decision on the Huntspill Wind Farm Appeal. I trust that common sense will prevail and that Julie Trott and her fellow committee members will have a future without these monstrosities in their vicinity. NW NoPilrow Ltd, Campaign against the Rooksbridge Wind Farm Library News Take a look at the following two links about the Summer Reading Challenge and Children's Story time in Burnham Library. http://www.somerset.gov.uk/irj/public/services/directory/service?rid=/guid/f0a24868- d787-2f10-1dbe-c031797acb6a http://www.somerset.gov.uk/irj/public/services/directory/service?rid=/guid/7055b66a-b4ff- 2d10-568c-f702f43c81ee Carla Searle, Burnham Library & Information Assistant MacMillan Coffee Morning – Saturday 28th September There will be a Coffee Morning in aid of MacMillan Nurses from 10am – noon on Saturday 28th September at 5, Manor Ride. Please come and support this worthy cause. 9 THE FROCK SHOP Rebecca Southwell Dress Agency MBCha Mssch Itec Hons MGCP Brent Knoll’s Best Kept Secret Chiropody & Holistic Therapies Quality new and nearly Reflexology and Chiropody' new designer Home Visiting Service labels at Tel: 01278 795 915 discounted HPC Registered prices NOW OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK Adam Popham Director 10am – 4pm Mon to Sat A M P Electrical (SW) Ltd 11am - 3pm Sunday Domestic/Commercial/Agicultural Situated behind The Acorns Café local Electrical contractor (formerly The Goat House) All aspects of electrical work On the A38 at Brent Knoll undertaken in a courteous, friendly 01278 760 800 and professional manner www.thefrockshopuk.com Mark, Somerset, 07738221754 KATE REEDER Chartered Physiotherapist Acupuncturist Clinical Pilates Instructor Clinics & Pilates Classes At Yarlington Barn, Lympsham • Back Pain and Sciatica • Neck Pain & Headaches • Sports Injuries • Joint and Muscle Pain The Old Manor Tel: 07922284356 Bristol Road e-mail: Rooksbridge Somerset [email protected] web: Tel: 01934 751105 www.yarlingtonbarn.co.uk PleasePl mention ti the th Brent B t Knoll K l News when replying to adverts 10

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Cymric Male Choir, Brent Knoll Church on Oct. 26th at 7pm There is an advertisement for this concert elsewhere in this issue. The concert is being organized under the aegis of St. Michael’s Music and Arts. The profits will go to the combined churches of Lympsham, East Brent and Brent Knoll. I am not a member of the committee but, as the person who made the initial contact with the choir, I have been invited to write a few lines about The Cymric (the name by which the choir is affectionately known). The first thing to note is that the choir is giving its services free of charge (although we do intend to pay for the coach travel). The choir is one of the oldest in Wales having been established in 1911. The Cymric holds concerts both at home and abroad. In the last six years it has visited Bavaria, Holland, Belgium, Italy on two occasions, Canada, France and Spain. Prior to this, the choir visited America, Germany, Hungary and Ireland. It also participated in Celtic Festivals in Brittany and The Isle of Man. The highlight of the Cymric’s Musical Year is their Annual Celebrity Concert, and during the last few years, Stuart Burrows, Ian Cuddy, Guang Yang, Jason Howard, Dennis O’Neil and Rebecca Evans have appeared as guest artistes. The choir is also proud of the fact that during a tour of Deeside in 1990 the Queen invited the choir to sing in Balmoral after she had heard them sing in Crathie Church. Because Lympsham and East Brent are also involved in the organization of this concert, tickets are being actively sold in all three villages and also in the general locality. We are hopeful that the concert will be “Sold Out” which we think will be a just reward for a choir which is prepared to travel so far for our benefit. If you feel that you would like to join us for what we think will be a special occasion, it may be advisable to purchase tickets early. They are available from Brent Knoll Post Office, the Box Office, Gwen Hatton (Lympsham), David Harris (East Brent), members of the committee or myself. Tickets are £8 (£4 for Juniors) which include a light buffet. Ellis Davies (01278 760 544) BRENT KNOLL BAZAAR FARMERS’ MARKET & PARISH CAFÉ SATURDAY 14th September at Brent Knoll Parish Hall - 10.00am to 12 noon Locally produced fresh beef, pork, chicken, eggs, Cheese, Pickles and preserves. Vegetable Stall, Speciality bread, Westcroft Cider, Homemade Cakes and Savouries, Phoenix Cards, Handmade Cards, Silver and beaded jewellery, Children’s Games and Toys, Local Crafts, Textiles, etc., CDs, DVDs, Books, and Bric-a-Brac; Plus Raffle The Parish Café will be serving Bacon and Sausage Butties & light snacks Entrance FREE Good Quality, clean items for BRIC-A-BRAC stall will be appreciated, (collection or delivery) or to Book a Table (£7 per table) Phone Eddie Fuller (01278 760 308) Proceeds to Brent Knoll Parish Hall 13 CHELSEA FARM CENTRE LTD HARP RD, BRENT KNOLL, SOMERSET TA9 4HQ TEL: 01278 760 480 PLUGS - PLANTS - BULBS - HANGING BASKETS - TUBS - PERENNIALS - SHRUBS ALL PLANTS IN THEIR SEASON CITROEN SPECIALISTS - PARTS, REPAIRS, SERVICING OPEN 7 DAYS PARKING FACILITIES

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Liam Phillips Local lad Liam Phillips is storming the world with his success. He has been crowned UCI BMX World Elite Men Champion ahead of New Zealand’s Marc Willers and Germany’s Luis Brethauer in Auckland in July of this year. The 24-year-old from West Road, Brent Knoll won every race on the way to the World Championship title, which consisted of three moto heats; he completed the 16th, 8th, quarter-finals, semi-finals and then the final I spoke to dad Pete and asked about Liam’s journey to success. Pete told me he took Liam to the local Burnham-on-Sea BMX track when he was 5 years old. By the time Liam was 6, he attended the World Championship held in Brighton and became the world’s number 2 at challenge level. After this, Liam attended every World Championship and made most finals at challenge level. In 2005, BMX was announced as an Olympic discipline. At the tender age of 16, Liam left his home in Brent Knoll to live in Manchester to train daily at the National Cycling Centre. Liam won silver medals in the European Championships in 2006 and the World time trial last year. In 2008, Liam represented Great Britain aged 18, and was a medal contender at the London Olympics in 2012. He has also won a gold medal in Supercross at the World Cup in Manchester in April this year. He is now preparing to take part in the last round of the 2013 Supercross World Cup series that is being held at the USA Olympic Training Centre in Chula Vista, California in late September. Liam is currently third in the rankings and his aim is to at least keep the podium position. Liam’s long term goal is to now make it three Olympics in a row ….. so let’s all give our support to our local lad Liam Phillips for Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in, 2016! Andrea Hurkett “200+ Club” – July & August Draws The July draw took place at the Music on the Green, with the numbers drawn by the band’s singer. The August draw was held at the August Committee meeting with the numbers drawn by members of the committee. The winning numbers were:-

July No. Prize Name First Prize 15 £ 20 Mr & Mrs K. Laverty Australia Second Prize 131 £ 20 Mrs G. Cromwell Battleborough Lane Brent Knoll Third Prize 19 £ 16 Miss E.M. Coram Burton Row Brent Knoll Fourth Prize 225 £ 12 Mrs J.M. Freestone Brent Street Brent Knoll Fifth Prize 233 £ 12 Mrs E.L. Smith Battleborough Lane Brent Knoll Sixth Prize 78 £ 10 Mr P.R. Dallosso Brent Street Brent Knoll Seventh Prize 99 £ 8 Ms C.A. Filmer California USA Eighth Prize 273 £ 6 Mrs T.A. Durston Vole Road Mark August No. Prize Name First Prize 221 £ 20 Mrs S. Camp c/o Brent Street Brent Knoll Second Prize 294 £ 20 Mr & Mrs K.B. Wilcox Brent Street Brent Knoll Third Prize 204 £ 16 Mr & Mrs R.A. Vohra Brent Street Brent Knoll Fourth Prize 39 £ 12 Mrs S.M. Veley Brent Street Brent Knoll Fifth Prize 327 £ 12 Mrs M.G. Trapp (Donate) Coombe Side Brent Knoll Sixth Prize 06 £ 10 Mr D.G. Filmer Brent Street Brent Knoll Seventh Prize 202 £ 8 Mr P.B. Stewart Brent Street Brent Knoll Eighth Prize 42 £ 6 Mr & Mrs Fetridge Burton Row Brent Knoll You can see all the “200+ Club” winners on the village website at www.brentknollvillage.info Thank you all for your continued support of the “200+ Club” and our Parish Hall. Bob Filmer, 200+ Club Co-ordinator FRONT COVER Photo It’s not often we have a World Champion from Brent Knoll, well done Liam. Ed. 16

MacMillan Coffee Morning – Friday 27th September Come and join us for a coffee and a cake at Holywell and be part of the biggest coffee morning ever held in the UK. No entry fee, just a donation to Macmillan. A raffle will be held as well. Hope to see you all there, doors open at 11am.

At our June meeting we all had great fun when Clive Hammond-Lovett gave a workshop on willow work. We all tried our hand at it, some being more successful than others. However our handiwork turned out, it was an enjoyable afternoon. We also had an enjoyable time at our July meeting, which was our annual garden party. We were kindly invited by Frances James to hold it at Ivyclad Hall and this year the sun shone on us. It was an afternoon when we were able to relax and appreciate the lovely garden and good company. Next meetings – 18th September – Ken Budd – Minstrel Singer We are a very friendly group and we welcome new members of all ages. We meet on the third Wednesday of every month, so just come along to a meeting or contact Joy Collett - 01278 760 458. Trish Mace WI CRAFT GROUP WI Craft will meet in the Methodist School Room on Monday September 16th at 2.30pm. All knitters and natters welcome! For further details ring Margaret on 760 691. Margaret Smith Quotes and Tips from the Farmer’s Wife September September 25th – St Finbar’s day, patron saint of Bara Cork. September 29th – Michaelmas Day. A dark Michaelmas, a light Christmas. Grey mists at dawn, the day will be warm. September Moon is called Harvest moon. On the 20th or 21st, when at it’s fullest, it appears close to the Autumn Equinox. Now is the time to treat the lawn, to give a healthy start next Spring. First rake up dead grass, aerate the ground by digging a garden fork 6 inches all over the lawn, then dress with a mixture of 1 part sieved soil, 2 parts sharp sand, 1 part of sieved compost. Spread over the lawn and work in with a stiff broom. Part clumps of perennials and replant. When going BlackBerrying, carry a small bottle of white vinegar and a bit of cotton wool. If you get scratched from the brambles, dab with the vinegar to kill bacteria. Bananas do not like the cold; wrap them in newspaper, if you keep them in the fridge. Farmer’s Wife WHERE IN OUR VILLAGE Each month the BKN will have a small picture quiz – no prizes, but I hope you may enjoy guessing where the object shown is located within the Parish boundary. Last month’s object (well the June edition’s actually) is in the centre of East Ride road sign, at the junction with Manor Ride. This month’s object is a much more recent addition to the village – if you thirst after righteousness you may find it a great help in time of need! Do you know where it is? The answer and another object will be shown next month. JaPe 17

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Brent Knoll House Histories Early Maps - 10 Burton Row continues the circuit of the base of the Knoll commenced by Brent Street and reaches as far as the western border of East Brent. It also contains many features which are similar in nature to those I mentioned in my June 2013 article concerning Brent Street. On the Knoll side there are the same long, narrow strips leading up the steep face of the hill, whilst on the levels side are similar irregularly shaped fields. Here, however, the difference between the two sides of the road in the 1811 map, as far as buildings are concerned, is even more pronounced. Sixteen houses are shown on the Knoll side, whilst only three appear on the levels side.

Burton Row in 1811 – East Brent to the left, Station Road by field 297 to the right.

The three houses on the levels side were: a large building now occupied by Sunnyside, a building on the corner of Middle Street (now Greystones) and Elm Tree Farm on the corner of Wick Lane. Notably, at this time, there were no houses in Middle Street itself, or in West Street (leading to Lympsham). Wick Lane did have some properties, but they will be discussed in a later article. The next house along this side of Burton Row was Burton Row Farm, just over the border in East Brent. A large proportion of the Knoll side properties were farms: Laurel Farm, Oak Hill Farm, North Grove Farm, Burton Road Farm (the Brent Knoll version), Shrub Farm, Grove Farm, Elderberry Farm and Holly Tree Farm are names which survive today, though it is not certain that all those titles existed in 1811. It is interesting to look at Kelly’s Directories in the nineteenth century, though, where the earliest (1861) entry records that of the 61 “Commercial” entries 38 refer to themselves as farmers. Of the remainder 11 are involved in retailing: 4 shopkeepers, a tailor, a butcher, a ‘post receiver’, a baker, two beer retailers and the Fox and Goose. The other dozen are: a wheelwright, three blacksmiths, two shoemakers, a corn miller, a schoolmaster, a rope and twine manufacturer, a surgeon, a mason and a gravestone cutter. During the period from 1801 to 1841, the population of Brent Knoll more than doubled, so there should be a spate of house building in the village. In Burton Row most of the farms on the Knoll side provided little room for expansion, so only two additional properties appeared, one at each end of the road: the one nearest the West Street end is probably Sunshine Cottage. Mind you, life styles have changed somewhat since then and the number more than doubled in the twentieth century. Continued on page 20 20

Brent Knoll House Histories - Continued On the levels side, however, the number rose from three to somewhere between eight and twelve. Two extra properties appeared at both ends. At the East Brent end only Burton Row Farm is shown in 1811, but two other properties are on the Tithe Map in plots numbered 260 and 261, as shown here. At the other end, one of the two additional properties later became the Post Office. Perhaps of greater interest is the row of five buildings shown between Wick Lane and West Street on the Tithe Map. At this point in Burton Row, there are two narrow pieces of land bordering the road, one on each side. The one on the Knoll side appears to have extended as far as West Street and maybe beyond and some of it still exists today (see Google map). Does this suggest that the road was much wider originally? Medieval roads were not metalled, so they soon became rutted and the only way to avoid problems was to use differing parts of a wide road. It is a little difficult to assess exactly what the five buildings represent from the Tithe Apportionment. Jesse Webb has a house and garden here, as does Thomas Millard, but that is only two houses. Another plot is owned by Chedzoy Parish, but their land is referenced as an allotment, not a house (as is the strip of land on the other side of the road). A modern Google map of the area shows the row of houses existing there today, supplemented by two or three more. Were the central five buildings from the early nineteenth century, some always being houses, some conversions from farm buildings? Finally – why was this road called ‘Burton Row’? There may be a specific local reason for the name, but the more general derivation of Burton is: a ‘tun’ by a fortified place or manor. Brent Knoll was certainly fortified and the ‘tun’ part normally referred to an outlying dairy-farm. A row is a continuous line of houses, which may refer to the Knoll side properties, but it can also mean ‘rough’ or, appropriately here, ‘reed’. John Page 21

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Women’s Society What a super evening we had when we all met at Lyn's home at the end of July. The weather was so pleasant we were able to take a walk around the lovely flowers and plants or just sit and enjoy a drink near the pool. Thank you so much to Lyn for inviting us and for a very, pleasant evening. On Thursday September 26th, we meet at the home of Dot Hatfield for our, very informal, AGM and to discuss the programme for next year. If any member has ideas for an evening meeting next year please let us know - we are open to suggestions and are always grateful for things to do which we haven't tried before. Julie and I hope that you have all had a super Summer - what some lovely weather we have had. We look forward to seeing you in September. Please, if you would like to join us at one or all of our meetings, you would be very welcome to join us at Park Lodge, Brent Street on 26th September at 8.00 o'clock. Ann (760 148) Women’s Institute In July, members enjoyed a meeting and tea on a lovely sunny afternoon at Copse Hall. Thank you to Sue Boss for once again allowing us to use her home for our meeting. Again we were lucky with the weather when we visited the Lavender Farm at Axbridge. We were shown the different varieties of lavender followed by a very nice tea with cakes flavoured with lavender. At the meeting at the Parish Hall on September 11th at 2.30pm, member Eileen Goundry will give a film show entitled “Waterways of the Tsars”. There will, of course, be the usual bring and buy table. Visitors are always welcome. Contact Jackie Gilbert on 760956 for further information. JMG “Meet & Eat” Meet and Eat will be held on Monday September 16th in the Nuttall Room, Brent Knoll Parish Hall. Doors open at 12.30pm. Please book with Liz on 01278 760 810 by Friday September 13th. Please note that we have increased the charge to £7 for a three course meal. We do hope that you will join us. Liz, Rosemary, Weit and Bella Brent Knoll Community Panel On Friday July 5th, Lady Gass, Lord Lieutenant of Somerset kindly unveiled ‘The Brent Knoll Community Panel’ in the Brent Knoll Parish Hall. This panel completes the wall hanging project that was initiated to commemorate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee. About thirty guests, representing the artisans and many of the clubs and societies in the village, enjoyed a little party to mark the occasion. Sheila Leukens presented Lady Gass with a special rosebush for her garden. Liz Bream sent a T- towel of the Wall Hanging to the Queen and we have received a “thank you” letter and card from Buckingham Palace! Congratulations to all the artisans and thanks to those who helped raise the funds to get the works framed and make the project dream come true. Rosemary Keele Brent Knoll Classical Music Circle The Brent Knoll Classical Music Group will be restarting on Monday 23rd September at Ball Copse Hall. Sessions are held every Monday evening starting at 7.00pm and last for two hours. The term lasts until mid-December and there is a further term after Christmas. The cost for the term is £20, representing less than £2 per session! I do hope you will join us. I guarantee that you will hear some really good music, in pleasant surroundings, with great company. Please contact Phyllis Loynd on 01278 760502 if you are interested in attending. David Allen, Chair, Brent Knoll, Music Circle 24

“Port Talbot Cymric Male Choir” Saturday 26th October 2013 7PM Saint Michael’s Church Tickets £8, under 14 £4 To Include a Light Buffet. Wine, tea and coffee available Tickets from Brent Knoll Post Office 01278 760225 The Church Office East Brent 769 082 or 760 308 The Port Talbot Cymric Male Choir is one of the oldest choirs in Wales and has travelled extensively in the United Kingdom and Europe The proceeds for the evening are to be divided between Saint Michael’s Church and the PCC of the Parish of the Three Saints For further information see www.saintmichaelsmusicandarts.co.uk Brent Knoll Local History Society Visit to Wells Cathedral On Monday 10th June a group from the Brent Knoll Local History Group was treated to an expert guided tour of Wells Cathedral, dedicated to St. Andrews. Its magnificent facade dates from around 1,230AD and is one of the best sculpture galleries in the world. The lower niches show biblical scenes above which are figures of kings, bishops and groups of angels leading up to the twelve apostles and then on to the figure of Christ which dominates all. In medieval times the ordinary people were allowed into the building on only five occasions when they had to sit on the cold stone seating round the sides of the cathedral. This occasioned the phrase of 'going to the wall.' At other times they would have to stand outside in all weathers listening to interminable services the sound of which came to them through small holes cleverly fashioned in the edifice. In the nave we saw the extraordinary roof arches whose 14th century design was aimed to prevent the tower foundations from sinking. To think that this work was done without the aid of modern tools and equipment is nothing short of miraculous. We marvelled at the detail of the figures and faces carved in stone on the pillars and enjoyed the various stories about some of the bishops and their connection with the cathedral. Each carving told a unique story, the meaning of some are now lost to posterity. We marvelled too at the intricacies of the mechanical clock which showed great detail not only of time but of phases of the moon. It is a far more ingenious piece of machinery than the one which can be seen in the Sovereign Centre in Weston super Mare! And it was built several hundred years earlier. The Chapter House, completed in 1306, is an octagonal room where the canons met to discuss catholic themes. The guide demonstrated the excellent acoustics by singing a high note which echoed round the room for several seconds afterwards. In this room people were also tried for some misdemeanour or other, the most severe penalty was to be marched down the well-worn steps to a place of execution. The guide explained in engaging detail the history of the place and the two hours flashed past. We came away having thoroughly enjoyed our afternoon which was topped by a snack and tea in the tasteful restaurant adjoining the cathedral. We thanked the guide, who, by the way, is unpaid, and hoped to return to visit the higher levels and on another occasion, the Bishop's Palace. BDF 25

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Brent Knoll Flower Show with Art Exhibition Unfortunately it was held too early with it being a late gardening season, but there were some of us who did enter, so made it worth the effort. About £230 profit was made, divided with the Parish Hall. Tony and Jackie Gilbert took over from me this year, as I was not able to give it my full attention. Thank you very much to you both. Unfortunately they have now decided to resign from the committee for personal reasons, so new committee members are a must to continue. In anticipation of a new committee, I have booked the hall for 26th July 2014, so put the date down now. Please contact me on 760 612, so that we can continue the Flower Show. Marion Vining Girls just wanna have fun! There is a new group in the village with the aim of getting together once a month and doing something different. The group is open to any ladies from 18 to 108 and everyone is welcome, the more the merrier! There are five of us behind the group, Caroline, Lisa, Alison, Nikki and Sarah from Woodlands, who has very kindly offered to host a large proportion of the events free of charge. Most evenings will cost £5 which is to cover the cost of staff, demonstrators, materials etc. We have already had two meetings and we have had very positive feedback. During 2014 we hope to be able to organise a couple of family friendly events, including an Easter celebration and a Summer party. We have put together a programme of events that we hope you will enjoy. Drinks can be brought at all our venues. 26th September – Optimum health, beauty and wellbeing the natural way and Confidence in Colour A talk about beauty from within and a chance to find out what colours suit you best, at Woodlands £5 17th October – Skittles at the Red Cow Come along and have a laugh playing skittles, no experience necessary. Buffet supper £5 21st November – Christmas Crafts Blue Peter style We will be making an advent candle! Cake decorating, textiles, wreaths and flowers, at Woodlands £5 12th December – a Taste of Christmas A taster menu for Christmas at Woodlands. Following on from crafts in November, bring along a homemade secret Santa gift. Price to be decided. 23rd January – games by the log fire A cosy evening playing board games by the fire at Woodlands, £5 Please contact Caroline at the Village Shop if you have any questions. Tel: 01278 760 225 Email: [email protected] CC Horse & Highway Safety Recently, I drove behind two horse riders at walking pace from Manor Ride to the A38. They seemed oblivious of me. I bided my time. The reason I did not pass, was partly due to parked cars, but mainly because they were riding two abreast. Riders should stay aware of other road users and either go in single file or pull in. An impatient driver can sometimes do something rash. Drivers, please pass horses wide and slowly, for everybody’s safety. Equestrian 28

B.A.D.S. B.A.D.S. next production will take place on Friday and Saturday November 22nd and 23rd, so please book the dates in your diaries now. We have a particularly interesting production already taking shape entitled CHRISTMAS AT THE MANOR. Set in what has become a National Trust property, the cast of this musical comedy with ages ranging from 8 - 80, will take you back to different periods of the Manor’s past. This year, under the experienced direction of the Brenda Walker, who recently moved to Brent Knoll, the scripted play has been compiled from ideas taken from the whole group, is now complete and already well into rehearsal. The production space will involve not only the stage but also what is called ‘avenue arena’. This involves a different seating arrangement that will provide more space for the acting and easier viewing for the audience. As we have been told, we have to work hard and learn our lines well in advance – no notes allowed on the night – we hope you will come and share our Christmas extravaganza. If you would like to take part, it is not too late. Just contact Sarah Joyce at Holywell Nursing Home in Brent Street, Brent Knoll 01278 760 601 and leave your telephone number or email address. BW Listening, Learning, Changing Somerset County Council has announced an ambitious series of public engagement road shows designed to reach-out to residents and help shape the Council’s future together. The unprecedented series of events named 'Listening, Learning, Changing' will allow residents to have their say on the direction of the Council as it faces up to the reality of increased demand for services with significant reductions to funding. Visitors can have a go at balancing the Council's budget, representatives from the Council will be on hand to answer questions and fun activities will be available to keep children entertained. Leader of Somerset County Council, Cllr John Osman said: "This is a unique opportunity for residents to have their say on how the Council operates as we face up to the challenges of the future. "I pledged to listen to our resident's views and ideas on how they'd like their Council to operate and that is exactly what we are going to do. "It's difficult for the Council to be everything to everyone in these tough financial times. We want to give people the chance to have their say about how the Council works over the next few years, what it does and what it doesn't do. Wherever possible, we want to reflect what our residents want." 20 September - Bridgwater Town Centre - 9am to 3pm 21 September - Bridgwater Town Centre - 9am to 3pm 28 September - Burnham-on-Sea Food & Drink Festival - 9am - 5pm Burnham on Sea Half Marathon Sunday October 6th – starting at 11am at the BASC Sports ground, Stoddens Road, Burnham, the Burnham on Sea Half Marathon passes through Brent Knoll, Lympsham and Berrow. Entry forms at www.burnham-on-sea-harriers.com and entries on day accepted. Runners will pass through Brent Street and along Burton Row between about 11.15am and 11.45am for spectators and photographers. Tony Gore 29

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PARISH HALL COMMITTEE FORTHCOMING EVENTS for your DIARY 2nd Saturday Bazaar, Farmers’ Market and Parish Café 19th Oct. Harvest Supper with 22/23rd Nov. “BADS” Perform “Combyne ‘arvester” “Christmas at the Manor” Next meetings –Monday, 9th September, 8.00pm, “Jubilee Room” Parish Hall News Take a look in the Nuttall Room when you are next in the Parish Hall. Over the Summer the room has been redecorated and had new low energy lighting installed, as part of the Hall Committee’s efforts to make sure we have a facility in the village we can all be proud of. BF Brent Knoll Local History Society Meetings of the Local History Society will resume at 19.30 (or 7.30pm if you are looking at things from an historical perspective) on the fourth Monday in September (the 23rd) at the Jubilee Room in the Parish Hall. New members are always welcome. If you have any particular topics you would like to have discussions about during the Winter season, please do let me know and we will do our best to fit them in. If you have done any research into aspects of the village history we would love to hear from you. If you have any photographs, papers or other matters of historical interest and are happy to show and discuss them then please get in touch. John Page Christian Aid, St Michael’s & Dogs September 28th Do you remember the dog show last year, held in May at Ivy Hall? Fun? A good day? Of course, and we made money for Christian Aid. So this year we are expanding a bit, adding breed (pedigree) classes and some obedience classes for those who learn obedience with their dogs. Frances James has again offered her garden and the field next door for parking, for which we are extremely grateful, so do make sure you bring enough poo-bags to clear up after your dogs, and leave it all clean. This year the profits will be split between Christian Aid and the Friends of St Michael’s, and there will also be some stalls, as well as a raffle and refreshments, you don’t need a dog to come along and enjoy the day, lending your support to these good causes. Books, cards and toys, a chance to get your pet photographed and maybe cakes and plants. Schedules of classes etc. with entry fees and times are now available at the village shop, Trophy pet foods in Highbridge and from Jenny Butters and Pauline Chadwick. Entries will be taken on the day from 11am onwards. Obedience judging will start at 12; Breed judging at 1pm, with Novelty classes following the breed classes – open to all, including children, providing dogs are over 6 months. There will be some fun things to do, as last year – calling your dog, fun retrieve, and anything else we can think of between now (writing this Aug 14th) and then! Come and join in the fun, please, and help us make a record amount of money, with or without a dog. Jenny Butters 760 477 & Pauline Chadwick 760 224 Just for Fun – “Corollaries to Murphy’s Law” Law of Gravity - Any tool, nut, bolt, screw, when dropped, will roll to the least accessible corner. Law of Probability - The probability of being watched is directly proportional to the stupidity of your act. The Friendly Pharmacist 32

Lympsham Gardening Club A group of enthusiastic garden club members really enjoyed their annual outing to Dunster Castle and gardens in June. Blessed with good weather, they wandered through the streets of Dunster and up into the Castle grounds taking in the views of Exmoor. Then they enjoyed meandering round the pathways of the gardens admiring the flowers, shrubs, Mediterranean terraces and the shady riverside walk. Some members also took the opportunity to have a look around inside the castle, where the rooms are well presented and information readily available. Returning to the pickup point, everyone had the same idea and ice cream became the order of the day, so not only do enthusiastic gardeners all appreciate flowers and flora but have similar taste buds too! Dates of future Meetings:- After our summer break in July and August, the next meeting will be: Tuesday September 10th when Mandy Millward will tell us about Musgrove Willows. 7.45pm start. Thursday September 12th Autumn Coffee Morning to be held at Lympsham Sports Pavilion starting at 10am. Bring and Buy and Cake stall. Plants for sale. All stall contributions welcome. Tuesday October 8th Hellebores and Winter flowers with Tony Gray from Sanders Garden World at 7.45pm. Come to and join us Mariette Denison National Open Gardens Scheme 2013 First A big thank you to everyone who helped make the Garden Open Day a success. A cheque for just over £1,000 was sent to the National Garden Scheme. Considering how hot it was it was surprising how many folk turned up. The Guides worked their magic with the teas and made double the usual takings. Thank you to the Harpers and the Osborns for allowing their gardens to be open. Is there anyone who would like to open next year in July? Sue Boss BRENT KNOLL AND MARK TENNIS CLUB July and August have been busy months at the tennis club. There have been several Summer camps for the younger juniors. The children have taken part in a variety of ball sports on the courts, overseen by club coach, Dean Cope. North Somerset League matches were completed in July and results for the club were mixed. The ladies came second in Division 7 and will be promoted next year. The men started the season well, but unfortunately injuries affected the team, meaning relegation next year. Captain, Dave Ward won the “end of league” tournament and the evening ended with a barbecue. There will be a tournament for the older juniors on Friday 30th August. Tennis juniors from Weston and Congresbury clubs have also been invited to compete. The courts are due for some major maintenance and should be cleaned and repainted by early September. The work will be carried out by Dean Cornish. For information about the club, contact [email protected] or Tel. 01934 815407. AH 33

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Your September Sudokus Easy Sudoku Hard Sudoku (Win a £5 Prize!)

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

A 2 5 A 1 2

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J 2 J 6 14 persons solved last month’s Hard Sudoku. They were Ivor Ainsworth, Klaus Brenner, Frances Brown, Jenny Butters, Pauline Chadwick, Chris Harden, Mac Hares, Arndt Hartmann, Liz Ibrahim, Vicky Jones, Chris Marsh, Frankie New, John Spiers, and Caroline Sturgess. Liz Ibrahim won the ballot. Send this month’s solution to 48 Brent Street or to [email protected]. If there are several winners, there will be another ballot. David Filmer Last month’s Sudoku Solutions (by popular request from several competitors) are below:- Easy Sudoku Hard Sudoku 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 9 7 2 8 4 56 A 3 A 6 8 3752941

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J 8 4 1 9 2 5 937 1654 7 6 J 28 Parkinson’s fund Thank you everyone who donated to the Parkinson’s fund box on 4th August. We have raised nearly £1,000 which will go to the local Parkinson’s group. It so good to have Valerie home after so long and she is very happy to be here again. Thanks again. Sue Boss 36

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BRENT KNOLL HARVEST SUPPER SATURDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2013 AT THE PARISH HALL AT 7PM ENTERTAINMENT BY THE “COMBYNE ‘ARVESTER” TICKETS £15 TICKETS ARE LIMITED SO BOOK EARLY FOR THIS VERY POPULAR ANNUAL EVENT. CONTACT EDDIE FULLER ON 760 308 Friends of Guiding Coffee Morning The Friends of Guiding invite you to join them for a cup of Coffee on Wednesday, 2nd October, in the Methodist Church rooms, Burnham on Sea, from 10am to 12 noon. Who are the Friends of Guiding? Well, we are a small group of ladies, still members of the Guide Movement, dedicated to helping the Guides, Brownies and Rainbows, and their Leaders, in our Guiding District of Burnham on Sea. We give them any support they need, including grants towards new uniforms for the Leaders; also grants to girls going on International trips, which cost a lot of money these days, but are a wonderful learning experience they will never forget. For instance, we have just had a large group of local girls and leaders go on a trip to our International Guide Training Centre in Mexico - all self-funded. This cost each person a lot of money and they all worked so hard to raise it themselves. So this is why we are having a Coffee Morning - to raise money to help our local Guiding District in the future. Do PLEASE support us. See you there. MD

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Church Christmas Tree Decorations I do hesitate to mention the fact that it is only about 16 weeks to Christmas – but last year we started making Gold and White symbols for our Christmas Trees. We really need about 30 x 3 so that each tree in our three churches has these lovely decorations. They are great fun to make and look so attractive. So if anyone who enjoys making things with a needle, cotton and gold ribbon, etc. please contact me, Sally Wingate, 760 610, then we can all meet and discuss what we are looking for – it isn’t difficult! Sally Wingate The Origins of Phrases and Sayings Blackmail: To blackmail someone is to demand money by threats, usually to expose a secret. In Scotland back in the 16 hundreds the word mail, usually spelt male or maill, was a word used for rent. This can be traced back to the old Norse word “mal”, meaning agreement. In the 16 hundreds, Scottish tenants paid their rent in silver coins. This was known as “White money”. In the 17th century, the Chiefs of Highland Clans began a protection racket, threatening farmers and traders with violence if they failed to pay to be protected, from other Clans. This soon became known as “Black money or Black rent”, the opposite of White rent! Hence, “Blackmail”, when the farmers or traders were unable to pay their stock would be sold on the “Black Market”. Another suggestion for the term Black Market goes back centuries earlier to medieval England. In this time, mercenaries would travel the country selling their fighting skills to lords and nobility who were raising armies. These hardened soldiers, lived rough for most of their lives and were subjected to the elements, and had seldom if ever polished their armour, which oxidised into a blackish colour. These men soon became known as “Black Knights”. They would, from time to time, attend local festivals, taking part in jousting tournaments, the victor would win his opponents weapons and armour, usually the Black Knights would win and rather than carry an extra set of armour, they would sell their old set, which became known as the Black Market. Black Dog is an expression used to describe periods of depression and silences. Popularised during the 1930s and 40s by Winston Churchill, who suffered from bouts of depression which he called his black dogs. However, much further back in time, the Roman poet Horace, described the sighting of a black dog, as an unlucky omen with grave consequences. For centuries black dogs have been a symbol in folklore of foreboding. Roger Ward 41

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Harvest Supper 2013 Harvest time is here again and our annual Harvest Supper will be on Saturday 19th October in the Parish Hall. Music this year is supplied by “Combyne Arvester” a scrumpy and western group from Weston Super Mare. Tickets cost £15 per person and are available from the Village Shop or from Eddie Fuller on 01278 760 308. Ticket includes supper and a complimentary glass of cider or fruit juice on arrival. Buy your tickets early as this event is usually a “sell out”. Admission by ticket only. Eddie Fuller An Evening with Herr Mozart. Brian Freestone will give a light hearted, but informative, presentation on aspects of the life of Mozart accompanied by the playing of several short selections of his music (on CDs!). Come and learn some of the details of Mozart's fascinating and eventful life, including humorous anecdotes and poignant events. Mozart met many influential people for whom he wrote masterpieces. Short extracts of his piano works, operas, symphonies and chamber music will illustrate his undoubted mastery in these genres, which he achieved in his tragically short life, that spanned just 35 years. Come and hear these exhilarating and inspiring works at Brent Knoll Parish Hall on Saturday 14th September at 7.30pm. Tickets £5 from the Post Office or Ged Keele ([email protected] or 01278 769 010). There will be refreshments, including a cash bar, at the interval. Proceeds will go towards St Michael’s Church Funds (Parish of Three Saints) Ged ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Men’s Section The next meeting of The Royal British Legion will be held at the Red Cow on Tuesday 3rd September (7.30 for 7.45pm). All new and current members welcome. Eddie Fuller

15, Berrow Road, Burnham on Sea, TA8 2EX Manager, Mrs Diane Brown, Tel: 01278-787359 Do you love cooking? We need to improve our list of “Bank” staff for relief duties to cook dinner and high tea. We are sheltered housing, the 8 residents are independent. You will be required to fill out a DBS form; and obtain a Food and Hygiene Certificate which can be done on the internet, both to be paid for by us. If you can help, please let the Manager know, who can supply further details. Thank you. You’re invited to a Coffee Morning A Coffee Morning to raise funds for the Support Dogs charity will be held on Saturday 7th September from 10am to 12noon at 5, Manor Ride. There will be Teas, Coffees, Cakes and a Bring & Buy stall. Guests of Honour: Two working Support Dogs This will be held whatever the weather. 44

Brent Knoll Weather Report – June/July 2013 After a cold Spring, June got off to a promising start, but there followed a good deal of cloud, and temperatures were disappointing. It was July that delivered the Summer weather, with several records broken and some lively thunderstorms. Rainfall was low, and by the end of July the total for the year to date was not much more than at this point in the dry year of 2010. June began with high pressure arriving from the south west, and the welcome appearance of blue skies and rising temperatures reaching a peak of 23°C (73°F) on the 6th. No rain fell until a heavy shower on the 7th, the aftermath of thunderstorms on the south coast, but it cleared up again for the Village Fete on the 8th (how do the organisers do it?). The high stayed with us, blocking the path of the Atlantic lows, until 10th June. Then the depressions moved in, and the rest of June consisted of sunshine and showers - but the showers were light, and the sunshine never sufficient to generate high temperatures. A stream of hot, humid continental air warmed things up around the 19th, but it was a sticky and uncomfortable heat. By the end of June we had recorded 21.6mm (0.8in) of rain – below average, and one seventh of the total for June 2012. The mean temperature for the month was a modest 14.6°C (58°F). July began with high pressure moving in from the west once more. This time it stayed with us from the 5th to the 22nd, and for much of that time it drew a warm, dry north-easterly breeze across the country. Temperatures rose rapidly, but here by the coast, many days saw a battle between the hot north-easterly and sea breezes from the west. Sea breezes occur when land warms up in the sunshine and heats the air above, which then rises and is replaced by cooler air from the sea. In the early days of the heat wave, temperatures at Brent Knoll were a few degrees below those inland. Later the north-east airflow became strong enough to block the sea breeze, leaving us in air heated by a slow passage across a baking UK. The hottest day here, with a daytime (0600-1800) average of 25.8°C (78°F), was the 18th: the peak temperature of 31.2°C (88°F) was recorded the following afternoon. Both are new records for this station. By 22nd July we had recorded just 0.3mm of rain and the Knoll was looking distinctly brown. That night the high pressure moved on, allowing a jumble of low pressure systems to move in from the west. As cool, wet air crossed a hot landmass to meet warm air in the east, there were spectacular thunderstorms. Brent Knoll had continuous lightning for well over an hour early on the 23rd. The last week of July saw lower temperatures, and heavy thundery showers, which took the rainfall total to 26.2mm (10.3in) – below average but not exceptional. The average temperature was 19.1°C (66°F), about 2°C above normal and another new station record. So ended a month that will be remembered for some time to come. Stephen Baggs; www.knollweather.co.uk BRENT KNOLL BEAT SURGERY our Neighbourhood Beat Officers PC 3874 Esther Lawson and PCSO 9613 Pauline Dixon will be holding a Beat Surgery on Wednesday, September 4th 10.30am to 12 noon Nuttall Room, Brent Knoll Parish Hall Please use this opportunity to meet your Neighbourhood Beat Team and discuss any issues 45 PLUMBING BY GEORGE! 302969 Brent Knoll · Small Jobs - Dripping Taps - Leaking Toilets, Outside Taps, Shower Replacements, etc. · Gas Boiler replacement, Radiators and System Upgrades, Boiler servicing · Limited time only - up to 7 year extended warranty on all new Worcester Boilers (accredited installer) · Bathroom Design and Installation Tel: 01278 760 543 Or 07813 321 197

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More Ramblings of a Rambler The recent spell of hot weather meant a search for the fan that was put away several years ago, the search for shorts and the opening wide of windows. The opening wide of windows led to an amusing incident in the rambling household. I was sat in an armchair catching my breath while the grandchildren I was trying to keep amused were out of the room, when the youngest came in saying there were birdies in the play room. On investigation I found two of the baby swallows, that had been reared in the stables, flying around upstairs. The grandchildren were delighted to have two chattering swallows in their playroom. After leaving their marks on picture frames and tall bedroom furniture they left via an open window. The breeding pair are rearing a second brood in the garage; I hope my car battery remains charged as they have built their second nest in my coiled jump leads that hang on the garage wall. Now that the long grass has been cut and made into hay makes it easier to see Roe Deer grazing in the fields on the Knoll. Even more exciting is to watch them make for the woods on being spooked, how graceful they run and leap. I hear investigations are taking place to locate a suitable site for the Barn Owl Nesting box purchased in memory of Judy Barwell, it is hoped it will be in place by the Winter. July and August has seen an abundance of butterflies of which the majority have been cabbage whites. Cabbage whites are hated by gardeners and loved by children. Gardeners hate them because they destroy cabbage plants. Children love them because they destroy cabbage plants. The Rambler Friends of Guiding

Coffee Morning Reg. Charity No. 205284 Come and Join Us Wednesday for a SUNDAY FUNDAY and FETE nd at the October 2 BRENT KNOLL ANIMAL CENTRE Brent Road, Brent Knoll TA9 4BL Sunday 22nd September 10am – 12 noon 12.00-4.00pm Lots of Fun and Attractions for Everyone At Tours of the Centre Children’s ‘Animal’ Fancy Dress Methodist Church Hall Animal Theme Photo Competition Face painting Avon Owls: Lovely Llamas College Street Obedience and Agility Displays Burnham on Sea Refreshments Details from: Any of our shops or The Animal Centre on 01278 782671 Bring & Buy Raffle www.rspcanorthsomerset.org.uk 48



October 19th and October 20th 2013 Last year’s Scarecrow Trail was a fantastic success – with your help let’s make this year’s even better!!! A Scarecrow Trail is a great Community event for all to enjoy. You can get involved either as a Scarecrow maker or come along and follow the trail. In a Scarecrow Trail, members of the public and local businesses and groups make scarecrows and display them during the weekend of the trail. The organisers provide a notice showing your scarecrow’s name and a clue which you display next to your scarecrow. During the weekend of the Trail the organisers will be selling “trail sheets” with details of a puzzle which can only be solved using the clues on the labels displayed next to or on the scarecrows. The trail sheets will be available from the Parish Hall from 10am – 4pm on both days of the event where light refreshments will also be served. These trail sheets are returned with the answer to the organisers at the Parish Hall. The organisers then put the trail sheet into a draw for a cash prize. A map showing where all the scarecrows are will be available from the Parish Hall from 10am – 4pm on both days of the event. Trail sheets will also be available from all members of Girlguiding Brent Knoll, Brent Knoll Post Office and Hair by Design. Our theme this year is “Film Characters” It does not matter if you take that to mean John Wayne, Harry Potter or Shrek – all are possible choices! You may want to choose a character in keeping with your organisation, a hobby or your occupation, a favourite film, favourite actor or actress. It’s up to you!! With the possibility of winning over £125 in prizes (thanks to our kind local sponsors) as well as supporting our local rainbow, brownie & guide groups, it’s a struggle to find a good reason not to take part in this Scarecrow Trail. And it’s FREE to enter!! So go on, together with your family or group put your thinking caps on; trawl through your DVD collection, look at the DVD section in Tesco/Asda, browse the internet, choose your character and send in your entry form. Note: Entries must be returned to Jane Sinnott no later than the 1st of October 2013. Prizes and sponsors Best Scarecrows £50 first prize kindly donated by Angie and Pete Hicks of Kingfisher Windows £30 second prize kindly donated by Pat Paulson of Brent Knoll Cattery £20 third prize kindly donated by Kate and David Bull of David Bull Optometrists For the Trail Prize £25 prize for one lucky winner kindly donated by Cathy Hurley of Tadpoles Pre School We are very grateful to these four local businesses for their support The prize winners will be announced at the Village Harvest Supper in the Parish Hall on Saturday 19th October. We hope everyone in the village will take part in this event by either making their own scarecrow or taking part in the trail. 49

BrentKnollScarecrowTrailͲRulesandGuidelines Thecompetitionandtrailwillrunfromthe19thOctoberto20thOctober2013–10am–4pm eachday.Scarecrowentries,however,mustbeinby1stOctober2013.Scarecrowsneedto bevisibleeachdayoftheTrailfrom9.30amto4.30pm. Organisationsandfamiliesenteringascarecrowinthecompetitionshoulddotheirbestto maintain their scarecrow in good condition throughout the trail.It is recommended that scarecrowsinthefrontofgardenofprivatehousesaresetbackfromtheirfrontboundary fences to minimize the risk of vandalism.The organisers take no responsibility for any damage to property or scarecrows.If you wish to restrict access to your property please erectanoticetothateffectatthefrontboundaryofyourproperty.(Peoplefollowingthe trailareunlikelytopassthroughgatesbutmaywellwalkupopendriveways.)Commercial premisesmaywishtodisplaytheirscarecroweitherstandingorseatedoutsideduringthe hourstheyareopenandinthewindowwhenclosed. The organisers will provide a laminated A4 poster that must be displayed with your scarecrow. Theorganiserswilltakephotographsofalltheregisteredscarecrowsduringthetwodaysof theTrail.Registrationofascarecrowpermitsthetrailorganizerstousethesephotographs forpublicitypurposes. Thefirstprizeforthebestscarecrowis£50(sponsoredbyKingfisherWindows),thesecond prizeis£30(sponsoredbyBrentKnollCattery)andthethirdprizeis£20(sponsoredbyDavid BullOptometrists).Theprizeforthecompletedtrailsheets(drawnfromahatifmorethan onecorrectentry)is£25(sponsoredbyTadpolesPreSchool).Allprizesareaccompaniedby acertificateanddecidedbyapanelofjudgeschosenbytheorganisers.Thejudge’sdecision willbefinalandtherecanbenodispute.TheprizewinnerswillbeannouncedattheVillage HarvestSupperintheParishHallonSaturday19thOctober. Thethemethisyearis“FilmCharacters”.Characterswillbereservedonreceiptofcompleted entry forms.If your chosen character has already been reserved we will contact you on receipt of your application so you can choose an alternative.All scarecrows should be approximatelyoneandahalftotwometrestallandpropsmaybeused.Thoughtshouldbe given to how well materials used might weather during the weekend.See the simple scarecrowͲbuildingguideforsomehelpfulhintsontheScarecrowwebsite. EntryisopentoanyhouseholdinBrentKnollvillageandanyorganisationsorbusinessesin the village.If organisations who meet at the Parish Hall need a location to display their scarecrowspleasecontacttheorganisersfordetailsondisplaylocations. Completedentryformsmustbesubmittednolaterthan1stOctober,prioritywillbegivento earlyapplicantsshouldwehavetolimitthenumbers. If you have any further questions please contact Jane Sinnott on 760 987 or email: [email protected] Websiteforfurtherinformation: http://brentknollscarecrows.weebly.com/ 50



Brent Knoll Scarecrow Trail 2013 Entry Form





Name...... Family name, business, organisation or group

Contact Name ...... if business, organisation or group

Address ......

...... Post Code ......

Telephone Number ...... Email address: ......

Scarecrow Name ......

My/our scarecrow *will/will not be displayed at the above address. If not, please give details of

Address or request location......

I/we have read and fully understand the rules and guidelines of the competition.

Signed ...... Date ......

Please return this form to Jane Sinnott, 8 Manor Ride, Brent Knoll. TA9 4DZ

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Barn Owl Box to remember Judy Barwell On Tuesday 5th August Chris Sperring, Conservation Officer of the Hawk & Owl Trust delivered the Barn Owl Box we are going to put up in memory of Judy. After some consultation on suitable sites, Peter Osborn & Richard, Judy's son went off to investigate a couple of options that might be the right place to put the box. It looks likely that it will not be on public land where we can all visit it but the important factor is that it ends up somewhere where a barn owl will want to make it home. Thanks to everyone who donated or bought raffle tickets for the Barn Owl Clock in the Post Office. The box has cost £55 and I am just investigating how much the plaque will cost. We have raised £75 so far. Any monies left over will be donated to The Somerset Wildlife Trust of which Judy was a member and fundraiser. The Raffle for the barn Owl Clock as seen in the Post Office will be drawn on Friday 13th September. Still time to get your ticket! Anita Berrow Conservation Group BAT HUNT AROUND BRENT KNOLL On the evening of Tuesday September 24th 2013 the Berrow Conservation Group invites you on a tour round the village of Brent Knoll hunting for ‘Bats’. We will be meeting outside Brent Knoll Parish Hall at 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start, accompanied by Ged Keele of the Somerset Wildlife Trust, who will help identify the sights and sounds of these interesting flying mammals. It may be an idea to bring a torch with you, and a small donation of £1 would be appreciated for our group's funds. Ann Griffiths PREVENTING RATS Nobody loves a rat! They are mainly active at night, but are often seen during the day when they are searching for food or water. There is a commonly quoted statistic that you are never more than six feet away from a rat – and that may not be too far from the truth. However, there are plenty of things that you can do to discourage rats from coming in to your garden or home: Feed the birds – not the rats. Do not put large amounts of bird food out – which is also very attractive to rats and encourages them in to your garden. Sweep or pick up any seeds/food that falls out of the bird feeders and think about bringing in the feeders at night. Compost heaps – are for compost and fantastic for recycling green waste. Don’t be tempted to put your food waste on the compost heap – this just provides a convenient and warm ‘take-away’ for rats. Dispose of your food waste in the food bins provided – help and advice from Somerset Waste partnership on www.somersetwaste.gov.uk Fluffy Bunnies – and pets kept in hutches – again don’t let the rats help themselves to your pets’ food. Make sure that pet areas are kept clean and tidy and sweep up any food, waste and bedding materials – rats will make a meal of all sorts of things …… A good reason to keep your garden tidy – rats love neglected gardens, piles of refuse – all that stuff that you keep meaning to take to the tip, but leave in a heap outside. All these things provide rats with a very desirable ‘des-res’ - so don’t invite them in. Sheds – and the things stored in them – are also very attractive to rats. Give your shed a good de-clutter to make sure there is no hiding place for a rat. Again, rats will eat all sorts of things, so all those old deck chairs, cushions and stockpiles will be an invitation in; so clear it out and dispose of it at the tip or through a collection from your kerbside. Finally, if the worst comes to the worse and you have a rat problem; Sedgemoor District Council offers a pest control service for a fee. Further information on pricing, arranging a survey and treatment can be found on our website www.sedgemoor.gov.uk or call us on 0845 408 2540. 52 USEFUL VILLAGE CONTACTS: PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL, Secretary Maxine Bashford 760190 CHURCH WARDEN Miss Frances James 760287 Mike Smith 760691 CHURCH CLEANERS Wiet Harperp 760803 CHURCH FLOWERS Mrs Marion Viningg 760612 POPPY ORGANISER Mrs Sally Wingate 760610 BRASS CLEANERS METHODIST CHURCH Revd. Andrew Biggs 782306 Mrs Mary Frost 783120 MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT Tessa Munt 01934 710748 COUNTY COUNCILLOR John Denbee 01934 712304 DISTRICT COUNCILLOR Bob Filmer 760760 Andrew g Gilling01934 750580 PARISH COUNCIL, Clerk Owen Cullwick 794463 Chairman Colin Townsend 760226 Planning enquiries Andrea Hurkett (Brent()( Street +) 760099 Bella Ward (Burton( Row +) 760528 Footpathp Contact Peter Osborn 760839 PARISH HALL, Booking Secretary Jennyy Butters 760477 Bazaar Eddie Fuller 760308 Secretary Sandra Few 760451 Caretaker Richard Bream 760810 DOCTOR Dr S L Aung 760313 WRVS PRESCRIPTION SERVICE 760313 WRVS LUNCHEON CLUB - BURNHAM David Munchin 760326 BRENT KNOLL PRIMARY SCHOOL Miss Karen Davidson 760546 TODDLERS GROUP Jane Hannah 760629 BRENT KNOLL TADPOLES PRE SCHOOL Cathyyyy Hurley 769126 VILLAGE SHOP Caroline Chennells 760225 BRENT KNOLL NEWS, Production Editor Bob Filmer 760760 Distribution Elaine & Eddie Fuller 760308 POLICE NON-EMERGENCY NUMBER 101 RHYNE PROBLEMS Lower Axe Drainingg Board 789906 VILLAGE AGENT Christine Stephens 07943 555519 VILLAGE SOCIETIES: BRENT AMATEUR DRAMATICS (BAD)() Sarah Joyce y 787493 CANCER RESEARCH CAMPAIGN Mrs Janet Harris 760259 CONSERVATIVE BRANCH John Harper 760803 ECUMENICAL GROUP Revd. Margaretg Trapp 760573 GOOD COMPANIONS Mrs Joyy Collett 760458 GUIDES / BROWNIES / RAINBOWS Jane Sinnott 760987 HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY (Burnham) Mr L Wallis 760550 HOUSE GROUP David Munchin 760326 ROYAL BRITISH LEGION ()(Men’s Section) Rod Southwell 760445 ROYAL BRITISH LEGION (Women’s Section) Sallyyg Wingate 760610 SHORT MAT BOWLING CLUB Alan Castle 760424 TENNIS CLUB David Outfin 783993 WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Janet Southwell 760445 WOMEN’S SOCIETY Julie Baker 751229 YOUTH GROUP (7/11 & 12/15 Years) Sue Cox 08809 911787 ST MICHAELS CHURCH, BRENT KNOLL - REVD. SIMON LEWIS Tel: 01278 760496 METHODIST MINISTER: THE REVD. ANDREW BIGGS Tel: 01278 782306 BAPTIST MINISTER: ()(Burnham) THE REVD. STEVE AYERS, College g St. B.O.S. 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Diary for September 2013 Page 2nd Parish Council – Public Session Jubilee Room 7.30pm 7 Parish Council – Meeting Jubilee Room to follow immediately 3rd Knoll Group of Ringers (Every Tuesday) St Michael’s Church 7.30pm-9pm 3rd Royal British Legion (Men’s Section) Red Cow 7.30pm 43 4th Community Beat Surgery Nuttall Room 10.30-12 noon 44 4th SORT IT+ Recycling & Rubbish Your House Early!! 7th Coffee Morning in aid of “Support Dogs” 5, Manor Ride 10.00am-noon 43 8th NoPilrow – “Jazz”, Stalls & Afternoon Tea Parish Hall/Green 2.00pm-6pm Flyer 9th Mobile Library [NOTE Monday!!] See Village Notice Boards for Details 9th Parish Hall Committee Meeting Jubilee Room 8.00pm 31 10th Toddlers [and every Tuesday] Methodist Schoolroom 10.30-12 noon 4 10th Lympsham Gardening Club Manor Hall, Lympsham 7.45pm 32 11th Women’s Institute “Waterways of the Tsars” Parish Hall 2.30pm 23 11th SORT IT+ Recycling & Green Waste Your House Early!! 12th Lympsham Gardening Club - “Coffee” Lympsham Pavilion 10.00am 32 13th Barn Owl Box Raffle Draw Village Shop 51 14th Bazaar, Farmers’ Market & Parish Café Parish Hall 10.00am-noon12,31 14th An Evening with Herr Mozart Parish Hall 7.30pm 43 15th DEADLINE FOR OCTOBER BRENT KNOLL NEWS 12.00 noon 54 16th Meet & Eat Nuttall Room 12.30pm 23 16th WI Craft Group Methodist Schoolroom 2.30pm 16 16th Parish Council – Provisional Planning meeting Jubilee Room 7.30pm 7 17th RBL Women’s Section Committee meeting Meadowvale 2.30pm 4 18th SORT IT+ Recycling & Rubbish Your House Early!! 18th Mobile Library [NOTE Wednesday!!] See Village Notice Boards for Details 18th Good Companions - “Minstrel Singer” Parish Hall 2.30pm 16 22nd Fun Day & Fête Brent Knoll Animal Centre 12.00noon-4pm 47 23rd Classical Music Circle Ball Copse Hall 7.00pm 23 23rd Brent Knoll Local History Society Jubilee Room 7.30pm 31 24th Bat Hunt Parish Hall (meet) 7.00pm 51 25th SORT IT+ Recycling & Green Waste Your House Early!! 26th Girls just wanna have Fun Woodlands 7.30pm 27 26th Women’s Society Park Lodge 8.00pm 23 27th MacMillan Coffee Morning Holywell 11.00am 16 27th BADS Meeting Jubilee Room 7.30pm 28th MacMillan Coffee Morning 5, Manor Ride 10.00am-noon 8 28th Listening, Learning, Changing B-o-S Food Festival 9.00am-5pm 28 28th Christian Aid, St Michael’s & Dogs Ivy Clad Hall 11.00am 31 Anything missing? Make sure your events are listed in the Monthly Event Diary Why not contribute to YOUR Village Magazine!! Do you have a pastime or hobby that you think others would find interesting? Then why not share it with the village? We publish most items and others may find your article interesting. DEADLINE FOR THE OCTOBER 2013 ISSUE – All contributions to be received by NOON on Sunday, 15th September, to:- Bob, e-mail: [email protected] or Wascelyn, 48, Brent Street, Brent Knoll, TA9 4DT The Brent Knoll News welcomes all contributions. Views expressed are those of individual contributors and do not necessarily reflect the view of the editor or represent the standpoint of the Brent Knoll News. The Editor reserves the right to edit or amend any contribution. BRENT KNOLL VILLAGE WEBSITE: www.brentknollvillage.info 1980 2011 Business Stationery • Leaflets Full Design Service • Brochures Posters • Exhibition Materials K Business Forms • NCR Sets NT N E OL Funeral Orders of Service R L Digital Colour Output B Large Format Printing Digital Black & White Laminating • Wire-binding Litho Printing • Direct Mail Framed Canvas Prints and much more....

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