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WV41cover Nov Dec.indd 2 17/10/2013 13:26 Once again, many thanks to all those who have helped with the magazine by contributing articles or proofreading the text and to those who deliver it to your door. The deadline for the January/February issue is 22nd November. Please send articles, photos, news and diary dates for the magazine to [email protected] Macmillan Cancer Support Coffee Morning On the morning of the 14th September at 2 Hurds Farm the Thursday Group Ladies had a coffee and cake morning for Macmillan Cancer Support. We managed to bag some bargains on the White Elephant Stall manned by Sue Blaylock. The Tombola was a great success and it was all due to Sandra who wrapped each gift individually in Welcome green and white paper with ribbon. the colours of Macmillan cancer. She even had a bran tub. We had lots of delicious cakes made by friends and neighbours. We raised almost £280 – our thanks go to everyone who came to support this worthy charity. Lis Owen Grand Ceilidh What a fun evening this was, raising £525.00 for the defibrillator. We look forward to the next!

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Worlaby Views Winter 2013 1 Regular Events Weekly Tuesday: A short service of Communion, 9.30am St Clement’s Church Chair-based exercise class, 2pm Village Hall Brigg Tennis Club, 6-8pm Playing Fields Wednesday: Aerobics, 7pm Village Hall Friday: Early Starters Toddler Group, 9.15am-11am Village Hall Saturday: Aerobics, 9am Village Hall Fortnightly Thursday: Worlaby Crew, Village Hall Monthly Brigg Farmers’ Market is the fourth Saturday of the month, Barton Farmers’ Market is the second Saturday. Both markets are open from 9am. Pub Nights We are sorry but there are no more pub nights planned for the Village Hall. Sunday Lunches Following the break over summer, the Recreation Committee have re- commenced the ever popular Sunday lunches. To book your place, call Gill on 618321 – but do hurry as places are limited and get booked up quickly!

Diary Dates Half Term Halloween Activities Halloween activities all school half term week at Waters’ Edge Visitor centre in Barton, culminating in the Children’s Halloween Spooky Disco on 31tst October. Get your tickets and book places for activities in advance by calling 01652 631500.

Bonfire Night in Worlaby – Saturday nd2 November Saturday 2nd November, Worlaby Recreation Ground. Gates open at 6pm, fire lit at 7pm and fireworks at 7.30pm. Adults £3, accompanied children £1. In the interests of safety please do not bring any fireworks or sparklers with you. There will be a BBQ and hot and cold drinks will be available. If you have any wood or garden prunings for the bonfire please bring them along between 10am and 12 noon on the day.

2 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 Worlaby Dickensian Christmas Fayre Sunday 24th November, 2pm-5pm in the Village Hall Come along and buy handmade cards and inspiring gifts from local craftspeople, try your luck at the famous ‘Christmas Tombola’ and get into the festive spirit with entertainment and games for all the family. Free admission. Like to book a stall? Call Christine on 01652 618916. Carols by Candlelight – 6pm Christmas Eve The traditional start to a Worlaby Christmas – Carols by Candlelight in St Clement’s Church, with wine and mince pies.

November DatesDiary and Events 2nd: Bonfire Night, Worlaby Recreation Ground. Gates open at 6pm, fire lit at 7pm and fireworks at 7.30pm. Adults £3, accompanied children £1. 10th: Remembrance Day service, Jonathan Noel-Hines will take the service at St Clement’s Church 10.15am, followed by the Act of Remembrance at the War Memorial at 11.00am 11th: WI 7.15pm Village Hall, Talk by Don Barker on Architectural and Ecclesiastical Blacksmiths 17th: Sunday lunch, 1pm Village Hall. To book call Gill on 618321 21st: Thursday Group, 7.30pm Village Hall 23rd: Evensong with Andrew Ballard and his choir 4pm, followed by refreshments St Clement’s Church, at 4pm 24th: Parish Communion, 9.30am St Clement’s Church Worlaby Dickensian Christmas Fayre, 2pm-5pm in the Village Hall. 29th: Brigg Lions Christmas Fayre, from 4pm, Market Place and Wrawby Street 30th: Barton Christmas Market For more details of both Christmas markets, please visit: http://www.northlincs.gov.uk/ December 8th: Morning Prayer, 9.30am St Clement’s Church Christmas Dinner, 1pm Village Hall. To book call Gill on 618321 9th: WI 7.15pm, Village Hall, History in the Making 10th: KS1 Play/ KS2 Carol Concert Dress Rehearsal at 2pm 19th: Thursday Group, 7.30pm 22nd: Parish Communion, 9.30am St Clement’s Church 24th: Carols by Candlelight, with wine and mince pies, 6pm St Clement’s Church

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 3 Two young Worlaby Actors performed at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival August 2013. Joe McWilliam (aged 17) of Hurds Farm and Julian Plunkett (aged 14) of New Road, beat off stiff competition at auditions to perform in a new Duck Egg Theatre Co. Musical previewing at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival for a week this August. Entitled A Little Piece of Heaven. It centres on teenager Shanie who develops a massive teen-cult internet following during the 2012 Olympic Games Ceremony revolving around actual teenage conspiracy theories. Joe played Dom, a leading character and nasty power-crazed individual. Julian, the youngest member, played Elijah, a computer geek, only there to help the cult with Powerpoint, but mercilessly dragged into the action. Both boys had solo singing parts, and Joe played guitar in the show. At auditions both boys performed a drama solo, a rock song and were tested on their musical ability. They travelled to Edinburgh on August 10th and during the five action-packed days that followed, they performed the play daily at Paradise at St Augustine’s in Edinburgh centre. To promote their show they also performed three times on the Royal Mile Edinburgh Fringe stage and performed street theatre daily, whilst handing out flyers, totalling 14 performances in less than a week! In their spare time, they also fitted in seeing many other shows! Their show gained 3-star reviews and was judged to be one of the top 10 Musicals at the Fringe this year. It was the first time that either of the lads had been to the Edinburgh Fringe and taking part gives them both professional credits within the Industry. Joe said: ‘It was the best week of my life so far! Absolutely fantastic!’

At the Edinburgh Fringe Edinburgh the At Julian said: ‘I feel very lucky to have been part of the cast as performing at the Edinburgh Fringe was a dream of mine. I loved spending time making good friends with the other cast members and I feel I learnt a lot from seeing so many other professional productions.’ Both lads are set to perform again when the show goes on tour during the half term holidays in February 2014. This will give them both another professional credit. Colette Cullen.

4 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 Worlaby Wonders YOUR VILLAGE NEEDS YOU! Fancy becoming a ‘Worlaby Wonder’? Got half an hour or so to spare? Do only what you want to do. Give only the amount of time you have free. NO PRESSURE The best type of volunteering – on your terms! Anything from putting up bunting, baking, manning a BBQ/stall, making tea!

Lots of causes in Worlaby just need a helping hand sometimes. My idea is to Worlaby Wonders establish Worlaby Wonders, a group of volunteers independent of any of the village groups and committees etc who would be happy to be called on to help at village events, both big and small – anything from a village dance to a coffee morning. If you are someone who would like to help out at village events but can’t or doesn’t want to commit to being part of a regular group, this might suit you. With Worlaby Wonders, do only what you want to do! I plan to publish quarterly the names and numbers of all ‘Worlaby Wonder’ volunteers in the Worlaby Views. They would be accessible for any Worlaby organisation/event to call upon if they need a little extra help. The names would be juggled each quarter to make it fair and ensure that the same person isn’t being called upon each time. If at any time you want to take your name off the list, I will do that straightaway – no need to give me a reason! A few people have already committed to being a WW, but it would be great to have more. Please be assured, although your help would be greatly valued, you can always say no to any request. If you need some help organising or running an event, then the list is for you– but please remember, everyone on the list is a volunteer and may not always be available to help! So far, the WORLABY WONDERS, are ... Pam and Richard Beeforth: 618832 Bobby and Jean Smithson: 618890 Sheridan Jones: 618627 Emma Stephenson-Roberts: 618842 Please contact me, Pam Beeforth, if you are interested or have anything to add. Pam Beeforth, 618832

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 5 100 Club Winners for August and September August: 1st Prize of £15 went to Collette & David with Number 43 and 2nd Prize of £10 went to Carol Twidale with Number 105. September: 1st Prize of £15 went to Pauline Cook with Number 57 and 2nd Prize of £10 went to Sharon & Martin Davies with Number 48. Don’t forget you have to be in it to win it, so if you would like to join the village 100 Club please give Bob or Mel Adcock a ring on 618507.

Brigg Tennis Club and Junior Tennis Club Brigg Tennis Club is now playing on Tuesdays at Worlaby Playing Field from 6-8pm £2.00. New members welcome – telephone 01652 653216 for information about membership.

Carol Singing We will be singing again this year in aid of the Worlaby Early Starters Toddler Group. Date to be announced later – please look out for the posters.

Worlaby WI We have two very different but interesting meetings in prospect. On Monday 11th November 2013 Don Barker will give a talk on Architectural and Ecclesiastical Blacksmiths. The theme of our 9th December 2013 meeting is History in the Making. Members will be displaying items and photographs from their past, and reflecting on how things have changed over the years. We will also be celebrating Christmas in our usual way. Do join us – a warm welcome awaits you. We meet at 7.15pm in the Worlaby Village Hall. Our Secretary. Maureen Rickwood, will be happy to supply further details (tel 618142). Liz Andrews St. Clement’s Church, Worlaby Our Remembrance Sunday service is on 10th November 2013. Jonathan Noel- Hines will take the service at 10.15am and then we will gather at the Memorial at 11.00am. On Saturday 23rd November 2013, Andrew Ballard and his choir will take Evensong at 4pm, followed by refreshments. For further details, please see the Church Noticeboard. Rec Committee, Toddlers, WI, St Clement’s Toddlers, Committee, Rec You are very welcome to join us for these two special services. Liz Andrews

6 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 There’s something about stylish Italians, the ‘oh-so-chic’ French and even their slightly shabby-chic British counterparts that set a girl’s pulse racing. Whether you fall for the charms of a pre-loved classic or prefer the thrill of trying something completely new, there are millions out there just waiting for the right partner. But we’re not talking men here. Oh no, something far essential to us girls of all ages... the humble handbag. From a £1 charity shop bargain to the latest £4,000 Chanel arm candy there is far too much choice to simply restrict yourself to one faithful partner. I must admit that my wardrobes hold far too many bags. From the tiniest evening bag that barely holds my purse and lipstick (never mind the now essential reading glasses) to the roomiest travel bag I’m spoilt for choice… but then something new catches my eye and I simply can’t resist! Collecting bags is easy, really affordable and fun. Whether you are a seasoned Collectors’ Corner collector or looking for your first ‘investment’, the number one rule is to only buy the bag if you really love it. Don’t fall into the trap of buying the latest trend and don’t buy something just because your friends have it. So where do you start collecting bags? I suggest you take a good look at what you already have. Are you drawn to a particular period in time? Do you love the vintage bags from the 40s and 50s? Do the bold colours of the 80s call out to you? Or do you covet a particular make like Radley or Hermès? Develop your own unique sense of style by studying bags from different price ranges and designers. Find out what you like, set your budget and look for something affordable but unique. But whatever you do, don’t buy fakes. There are far too many cheap Far East and Mediterranean copies that, let’s face it, do not fool anyone. There are quality bags just waiting to be discovered at your local charity shop or car boot sale. But check the zips, linings and fastenings carefully and give them a sniff to make sure there are no lingering smells! Buying from eBay is harder as fakes are frequently listed as genuine items. Beware of ‘genuine Chanel bag… unwanted gift’ (excuse me… do you really not want a beautifully made leather original?). Remember how you acquired every bag in your collection. Let each one come with a special memory of a friend or place. The special treat from your husband on that weekend in Paris… the 21st birthday present from your mum. Or create your own memories and embrace the American idea of a swap party. Get together a few friends, bring along unwanted gifts and trade them in during an evening of good wine and conversation. Now there’s an idea for an event at the Village Hall! Christine Edwards

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 7 Worlaby Academy Community Allotment and Gardening Club Following on from the 2012 Summer Vegetable Scheme, throughout the 2013 summer break the vegetables in the school plot were picked, pulled and cut and handed over to Marjorie Ward who, with the help of her husband, distributed them amongst the pensioners in the village. By the time school opened for the start of the new academic year, six boxes of produce had been delivered, each containing a selection of vegetables. During the six-week holiday we harvested cauliflower, cabbage, peas, kohl rabi, courgettes both round and the normal finger varieties, carrots, beetroot, runner and pole beans, as well as two varieties of kale. Towards the end of the holiday, tomatoes and cucumber also put in an appearance. All in all a very successful scheme and the Gardening Club would like to express its heartfelt thanks to Marjorie and her husband for helping ensure that the produce didn’t go to waste… it can’t have been easy finding homes for all those courgettes! As I write this, the children have been back at school for two weeks. There were some surprises waiting for them in the garden, including a rather splendid pumpkin which should make a fabulous centre piece for the harvest display. Two smaller pumpkins are also sitting in the beds, along with a couple of winter squashes. Tomatoes are ripening daily in the polytunnel and today (18th September) the first of the salad tomatoes, growing in one of the raised beds, is almost ready for picking. Sadly the weather had now turned cold and we may have to try to ripen the remaining fruit indoors, as early frosts are predicted. Elsewhere, the carrots have all now been pulled but a few beetroot remain next to the newly-vacated rows. The main bed of brassicas is emptying quickly, with only a few cauliflowers, cabbages and kale plants remaining; in the gaps created by plants already picked and pulled out, red onions and leeks are growing well. As well as the Summer Vegetable Scheme, the school kitchens have also benefited from Worlaby Academy Gardening Club Gardening Academy Worlaby produce over the last couple of weeks and it has been rewarding to see the vegetables, Jessica-Jade (6), Elliot (7) and Isabel (7) grown from seed by the children, returning to the school as hot meals. Tomatoes and plums have also been given as snacks for the children.

8 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 Talking of plums, there are currently 1.5kg of them, de-stoned and halved, sitting in my freezer which have come from the school trees. These will be turned into chutney in the next week or so, using onions from the school plot and apples from the trees of one of the parents. It is planned that the chutney will be ready for sale to parents and staff around Christmas time, hopefully generating more funds for the garden. We'd also like to thank everyone who has helped raise funds through donations for plants and/or produce. It is this practical support which helps to make the Worlaby Academy Gardening Club Worlaby Academy and Gardening Club such a success: Just a reminder that we would still be grateful for any surplus trays, pots, watering cans etc in good condition, that you may have lying around and we would be happy to re-home any spare rhubarb crowns if you happen to be splitting any this year, as this is something we still don’t have in the garden. Vouchers for School The Morrisons ‘Let’s Grow’ voucher scheme is up and running again, the new batch of ‘Nestle Cereals Box Top’ tokens are now on the boxes in the shops and Flora has launched a scheme ‘Tubs4Tablets’. The school would be grateful to receive any of these vouchers. Many thanks. Elaine Otty Quince A ripe quince looks like a golden pear. It is very fragrant but it is also very hard: you cannot sink your teeth into it. It can be peeled (cut out the seeds), stewed and used to perk up an apple pie or be turned into quince jelly which is made in the same way as crab apple jelly. This year our quince tree is weighted down with fruit. As I write this, the fruit is still green. It will be ready to pick when it turns yellow. If you are interested in trying quince, then you can buy one for 30p. You would need about six to make a reasonable amount of jelly. All proceeds from the sale will go to village funds. Meg Jones, 39 Top Road

Seal Spotting Don't forget to go to see the seals at Donna Nook this year. See Lincs Wildlife Trust website for up to date details: http://www.lincstrust.org.uk/ Just make sure you wear plenty of layers! Grace Gardner

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 9 The summer term at Worlaby Academy was a busy but settled time. The Key Stage 2 children performed Roald Dahl’s version of Jack and the Beanstalk to a full house and took part in their first athletics competition at Quibel Park in Scunthorpe. Key Stage 1 worked equally hard, learning about money. They also prepared an excellent assembly for their parents. Throughout the term the children rose to every challenge and did us proud! Of course, the summer term also brought SATs and from the results we can see how hard the children have worked this year, with 89% reaching at least a Level 4 (the Government’s expected level for Year 6 pupils) in Reading and Maths. These achievements are down to their hard work and commitment, along with that of their teachers, which has made our results something to be proud of! I’m sure you will all join me in congratulating Year 2 and Year 6 on their results and wishing Year 6 good luck as they leave us to join The Vale Academy.

Y6 SATS RESULT Summer 2013 Summer 2012 4+ Reading 89% 78% 4+ Maths 89% 67%

Y2 SATS RESULTS Summer 2013 Summer 2012 2B Reading 67% 33% 2B Writing 67% 17% 2B Maths 75% 33%

Worlaby Academy Worlaby The outcome of our most recent HMI visit, in June, was very positive. Mrs Marianne Young was pleased by the progress the Academy staff and Governors had made since the OFSTED Inspection in March this year. You can see her report on our website, www.worlabyacademy.org.uk – please take a look!

The new term The classes are arranged differently this year: we have a Foundation Stage/Year 1 class with Miss Ford and Mrs Clark, a Years 2, 3 and 4 class with Mrs Hatton, Mrs Britcliffe and Mrs McCullagh and a Years 5 and 6 class with Mrs Noble and Mrs Grey. Mrs Sharon Hatton joined us at Spring Bank holiday when Mrs Charlotte Shearwood went on maternity leave. We would like to congratulate Mr and Mrs Shearwood on the birth of their son, Samuel on the 28th July weighing 7lb 7 oz. On Thursday 12th September, we held a ‘Parents’ Welcome Meeting’ at Worlaby

10 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 Academy. The meeting was for all parents to find out about the curriculum, routines and plans for the year as well as providing an opportunity for them to ask questions. Feedback suggests parents found it very informative. On Friday 13th September, we celebrated a ‘Roald Dahl Day’ where all the children (and staff!) dressed up as one of Worlaby Academy the characters from a story written by Roald Dahl (see photo, right). On Monday 16th September, a ‘What is Phonics? Meeting’ was arranged, led by Miss Katie Ford and Mrs Sharon Hatton. All the parents of the pupils in Foundation Stage, Years 1, 2 and 3 were invited to find out about phonics: what it is, how it is taught, what resources are used and how they could help at home. Quite a few parents attended and learnt quite a lot of jargon related to the teaching of phonics! On Tuesday 24th September, Class 3 (Years 5 and 6) made a trip to Eden Camp, near Malton, to see exhibits and displays related to events from the Second World War. On the same day, Years 2, 3 and 4 visited North Lincolnshire Museum in connection with the topic on World War Two.

Here are a few dates for your diary Week beginning 18th November – Anti-Bullying Week Monday 18th November to Sunday 8th December – Book Competition Tuesday 26th November – Class Assembly Years 2/3/4 9.15am Monday 9th December – Book Review Competition Wednesday 11th December KS1 Play/KS2 Carol Concert at 2pm Thursday 12th December KS1 Play/KS2 Carol Concert at 6pm Thursday 19th December – Children's trip to the pantomime Friday 20th December – Christingle Service 1.30pm at St Clement’s Church Mrs Joanne Milnes, Principal

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 11 Most people like pizza and a homemade one is in a different class to anything you can buy. The base may seem complicated to produce but this basic dough never fails. Ingredients – Ilb strong white bread flour or ½ white ½ wholemeal – 1 sachet of fast action yeast – 1 tsp salt – 2 floz vegetable oil (olive oil especially good) – Half pint of lukewarm water with (optional) a squeeze of lemon juice Equipment Mixing bowl, baking sheets, baking parchment (not greaseproof paper), wooden spoon, spatula for scraping dough from bowl, weighing scales, measuring jug. Sift the flour into a large bowl, mix in salt and yeast. Add oil then the water, and mix thoroughly. Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. You may have to sprinkle a little flour over the mix to avoid stickiness. Knead the dough, pressing it with the heel of your hand, rolling it up and pressing it down again. You can be brutal: the harder you slap it about the better. This takes about 10 minutes. The dough should feel springy under your fingers. If it doesn’t, don’t despair; it should revive. Grease a large bowl, dust it with flour and place the dough in it. Cover with a clean damp teatowel or a sheet of baking parchment. If your kitchen is warm, the dough will rise quickly. While it is rising, line your baking sheet(s) with baking parchment: this avoids having to grease the baking sheet. When the dough has doubled in size, knock it back and turn it out on a lightly floured surface. Roll out your pizza base to about 1cm thickness and to cover the baking sheet without overlapping the sides.

Fail-safe Pizza Dough Pizza Fail-safe Pound a clove of garlic with a pinch of salt. Add to this a tablespoon of oil (olive or sunflower) and rub this mix over the pizza base. Cover the base with the topping of your choice and then some grated cheddar or sliced mozzarella. Remember that some toppings, for example sliced onions, red peppers, bacon, need to be precooked. Leave the pizza to prove for about 10 minutes while you heat your oven to gas mark 7/218 0C. Place the pizza on the middle shelf. It should take about 15 minutes to bake depending on your oven. It should be ready when the edges of the base are golden and firm. This recipe can also be used to make a flatbread on which you rub olive oil and scatter pine nuts. Bon appétit! Meg Jones

12 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 A fun, free day out for all the family Isn’t it great when you get things for free? It matters even more when it involves the whole family. Waters’ Edge Visitor Centre in Barton upon Humber has recently opened Kids Corner and, like admission to the Centre, it’s always free. After exploring the stunning Country Park, numerous play areas and ponds with an abundance of wildlife, visitors can enjoy displays inside the visitor centre Family Fun at Waters’ Edge before heading to The Honey Pot Café for a welcome meal or hot drink. Once you’ve revived yourselves, let the children blow off some steam in Kids Corner. Opened in the Education Room in summer 2013, Kids Corner boasts giant snakes and ladders, bowling, Connect-4, dominoes and more. Why not have a day of family games, tournaments and competitions, all on us? If reading is more what your children enjoy, there is even a reading corner with books kindly donated by North Lincolnshire Libraries, complete with comfy bean bags and table and chairs for smaller children, so they can really get engrossed in a book. Kids’ Corner is usually open every day, from 10am-4pm. During large events and school trips, Kids’ Corner may be closed – please call us in advance on 01652 631500. More things to do at Waters’ Edge… Don’t miss the Christmas Craft Fair at Waters’ Edge on Saturday nd2 and Sunday 3rd November, 10am – 4pm. Extended over two floors and free admission, the Fair is a perfect opportunity to get ahead with Christmas shopping, with unique gifts for your loved ones or even a treat for yourself! Looking for something to really get the children in the mood for Christmas? Waters’ Edge will host a Christmas Spectacular, every Sunday from 1st December to 15th December, 10am-4pm. Father Christmas will be here and there will be plenty of things for the children to do once they have passed on their Christmas wishes, including outdoor trails and crafty workshops. The Spectacular is free admission, but charges may apply for other activities and to meet Father Christmas. For more information on any event please call 01652 631500 or like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/watersedgebarton. Waters’ Edge Visitor Centre, Maltkiln Road, Barton Upon Humber, DN18 5JR. Rachael Edwards

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 13 WORLABY PARISH COUNCIL Newsletter Autumn 2013 www.worlaby.org.uk Low Villages Magazine Please contact Judith Drane on [email protected] if you have an event that you would like to publicise in the magazine which is circulated to the Low Villages. Children’s Play Area – Top Road In a previous issue the Parish Council thanked various residents and children from the village for the superb job they had done in cleaning and repainting the fence surrounding the play area. To the Parish Council's dismay, the area has been vandalised with dirt smeared over the newly cleaned slide and a large amount of fencing kicked through. If you know of anyone involved, please report via 101 as the incident has been logged with the police. (Incident log 399 on 23/09). Parish Council Vacancy There is a vacancy for a Councillor on the Parish Council. Please contact the Clerk for further details. Saxby Wold Wind Farm update The Saxby Wold wind farm public inquiry was resumed at Elsham Hall on Monday 16 September following the adjournment in May, in order to hear submissions from Natural England regarding concerns that this proposal would take over the habitat of the Pink Footed Geese. Worlaby Parish Council Parish Worlaby Following research over the summer, Natural England has indicated that this proposal would not unduly impact on their habitat and, as such, were withdrawing their objection to this proposed development. Many residents from the Low Villages spoke in support of the objections to this wind farm by North Lincolnshire Council and SWAT. The open part of the public enquiry was closed at lunchtime with the Inspector taking further site visits during the afternoon. Final written submissions will be considered by the Inspector, who indicated that he hoped that his report would be completed by the end of the year for submission to the Secretary of State for consideration.

14 Worlaby Views Winter 2013 Ancholme Cycle Path North Lincolnshire Council are working in partnership with local parish/town councils, the Environment Agency, local landowners and Andrew Percy MP to create a cycle path to run alongside the River Ancholme from South Ferriby to Brigg, connecting the villages of South Ferriby, Horkstow, Saxby All Saints, Bonby, Worlaby, Appleby, Broughton, Brigg and Scawby. The aim is to upgrade existing rights of way and create new paths to allow walkers and cyclists full access to the River Ancholme and surrounding villages. Fundamental to the scheme is the inclusion of upgrading access from the Ancholme to the villages. The proposed scheme has been broken down into nine phases which are: Worlaby Parish Council 1. Project 1 – Cycle path from Brigg to Castlethorpe Bridge 2. Project 2 – Cycle path from Castlethorpe Bridge to Broughton Bridge 3. Project 3 – Create a right of way to connect Worlaby to the River Ancholme 4. Project 4 – Create a right of way to connect Appleby to the River Ancholme 5. Project 5 – Reduce anti-social behaviour at Horkstow Bridge 6. Project 6 – Cycle path from Horkstow to South Ferriby 7. Project 7 – Create and promote circular routes connecting the river and villages 8. Project 8 – Reinstate the river bank between Bonby and Saxby 9. Project 9 – Cycle path from Worlaby to Broughton Interpretation panels will be placed at points of interest along the routes to enable people to find out about local history and to encourage more visitors to explore the surrounding villages and other local attractions. Natural England will fund 75% of the cost of the path. The remaining 25% cannot be funded from public money. However, Natural England will accept North Lincolnshire Council loaning the matched funding to parish councils. The details of this are still to be agreed. Parish councils will not incur any costs to either build the path or maintain it. North Lincolnshire Council will be responsible for raising the funds and will maintain the cycle path. Deb Hotson, Clerk to the Parish Council (0784 220 1877)

Worlaby Views Winter 2013 15 Dark skies, lots to see and maybe a special treat during November and December if the promised comet lives up to expectations. The largest planet Jupiter – the third brightest object in the sky (after the Moon and Venus) – like the spectacular winter constellation Orion has been away from our evening skies throughout the summer. However, by early November, Jupiter becomes an evening spectacle rising just north of east in the constellation of Gemini around 11pm. At almost the same time, you will see the belt of Orion, almost vertical, rising to the right of Jupiter. Betelgeuse, the north east shoulder of Orion will be to the left of the belt. Wonder at Betelgeuse as you see it each night, 429 light years away and 667 times the diameter of our Sun – one of the largest diameter stars known. On the 21st November, the waning Moon (moving away from full) rising at about 10pm in the east has Jupiter very close and to the left of it. Comet C/2012, known as ISON, was discovered in September 2012 and is on its way to us from the Ort cloud, a region of space at the outer limits of our solar system. Comets are large balls of ice and rock which are usually not visible until their path brings them close to the Sun. ISON will come to perihelion (its closest point to the Sun) on November 28th, passing just over 1 million km from the Sun. This is a ‘sun grazing’ comet and if it survives rather than breaking up and evaporating, we will see it during November and December, but it fades as it moves away. The Sun will melt up to 1% of its ice and the solar wind blows the vapourised gas and dust into a tail. ISON may even have two visible tails, one of gas which will be straight and point away from the Sun and a curved dust tail. By the end of November you may see ISON low down in the west (towards

Stargazing Scunthorpe) after sunset. Each night it will rise higher in the sky and it is hoped that it will be a naked eye object with a significant tail. Throughout December, it will move to the north and some predictions are that even though the bright head may be below the horizon by mid-December, any tail that forms will be visible and high enough to see. The highlight could be after dusk on Christmas Eve as the rising comet is bright in the northwest. If you can see it, watch how the tail rotates around Polaris the pole star during the night. Like the movement of all the other stars this shows Earth’s rotation under the heavens. We’ll know more about how ISON will perform in time for the New Year issue of Worlaby Views… but comets are very fickle so we’ll just have to wait and see! If it does stay around you’ll be able to see it at some point without needing directions as to where to look. Full Moon on 17th November and 17th December Paul Edwards

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