2 ear eader IN THIS ISSUE D R

By the time you read this it may well be that we are all in 5 ‘lockdown’ and this magazine is one of the few forms of entertainment available to you. Sadly most of the events advertised between these covers will probably be postponed or cancelled before it even hits your doormat so keep an eye on Kirkby your village noticeboards to find the most up to date 9 Overblow information (Oops no! You probably can’t go out can you?) Try your village websites.

We have taken the decision to be as positive as we can in our Kearby with letter this issue, so here goes…. every cloud has a silver lining; 17 Netherby whilst at home we can:

• Cultivate our gardens

• Do those DIY jobs we’ve been putting off 18 Huby & • Revisit long forgotten hobbies Weeton • Catch up with old friends on the telephone

• Watch the box sets we’ve been promising ourselves • Go for walks (keeping a safe distance) in our lovely 27 Benefice countryside Matters

The list goes on.

Seriously though, if ever there was a time to be neighbourly, it Pool & is now. You don’t need us to preach to you about looking after 31 Arthington each other and we are sure that in every village there will be plans to give support to those who need it. Spare a thought for our new Rector, Craig Marshall and his wife Jane, who are arriving in the middle of all this and know nobody. Make them 35 feel welcome and bump elbows.

Don’t get too disheartened; some things are going on as normal

- the birds know it’s spring and are singing their hearts out, the frogs are spawning, Gardeners’ World has started again on the BBC……! 41

So keep smiling and good luck.

L, C and L 42 Other News and the team Front cover: Spring magnolias

Linda Bullus, Caroline Henderson and Liz Barrett: joint-editors Glebe Cottage, , HG3 1HD Telephone: 01423 872912 email: [email protected] 3

4 Sicklinghall golf day

The annual Sicklinghall golf day is approaching, which this year takes place on Monday 1 June 2020. The event includes a day of golf at Rudding Park kicking off with 6 holes on their Repton course, followed by a further 18 holes on the main course. Bacon sandwiches and hot drinks will be served in between. The day will then be followed by supper at the Scotts Arms pub.

The invite is open to everyone, the more the merrier!

Anyone who is interested please let me know. Hope to see you there.

David Perry 07779710127 e-mail: [email protected]

Sicklinghall – 48 years

I moved to Sicklinghall 48 years ago; it was our first house and I was twenty five years old and expecting my first baby. We had no previous connection with the village, but the house fitted the bill as I was looking for a modern house with a big garden.

The family all thought we were a bit mad to move so far out of , where John had a business and where all our family and friends lived. They were worried we would get snowed in in the winter, but that only happened once as the local farmers always cleared the road. They felt that Sicklinghall was miles from anywhere, but of course we soon found it is ideally situated, out in the countryside, surrounded by farmland and on a road that does not lead anywhere fast. It is however only three miles from the motorway system to the rest of the country, two miles from and near to Leeds, , Harrogate and the Dales. The only essential is a car.

During the years in many ways the village has changed a lot. When we arrived it was largely a farming village with three working farms: Stud Farm, Ravencroft Farm and the Dairy Farm. There were lots of animals about, cows walking up the road to be milked, race horses from Jack Hanson’s stables, Yvonne Lowther’s riding school ponies and very few cars. Most of the local people in the village worked on the farms. They lived in the council houses which had been built after the war and in the small cottages. They almost all grew their own vegetables and had immaculate vegetable gardens. They were all very friendly and soon I knew the names of everyone in the village.

Although the village has not extended its boundaries and has been allowed

5 to remain a linear village without any large developments, there are actually 46 more houses in the village than there were 48 years ago. For example, Rock House was the only property on Back Lane.

The main difference in the village was that there was a village shop and post office, which was well used as most of the people had no transport. There was, however, a bus to Wetherby market on Thursday, and buses to Harrogate about three days a week. A doctor from Harrogate held a weekly surgery in the village hall and lots of people used that facility. Otherwise most of the institutions remain the same.

The church here at St Peter’s was a joint Parish with Kirkby Overblow with whom we shared a Vicar. There was a flourishing church choir; Joan Buck, Mr and Mrs Westerman and Mr and Mrs Wood all sang and there was a regular organist. The main fundraising event for the church was the annual autumn fair held in November. There was a stall with handmade crochet and knitted articles made by a sewing group who met during the winter.

The Catholic church had regular services and had a priest who lived in the Presbytery who was usually a retired Irishman. The Presbytery also housed retired priests at the end of their lives, many of whom were reputed to have a drink problem. The convent was also flourishing and housed a number of largely elderly, Irish nuns.

The village school thrived but was very different. The headmaster, Mr Ford, and his deputy Mrs Hobson ran the school. The children all lived in the village or the surrounding farms and they all walked to school. It wasn’t until the school numbers dropped to 18 and it was threatened with closure that children from Wetherby and the surrounding areas were allowed to attend.

The pub was and remains popular. It was, however, a popular drinking pub for young people, and often cars were to be found upside down in the ditch the next morning.

The village hall had been built by the villagers in 1952 on land given by the Stockeld Estate. It was well used. The Women’s Institute met monthly and I soon joined. There was also billiards and whist drives. The annual fundraising day for the hall, Field Day, was always held on August bank holiday Monday. Everyone in the village either helped organise the event or came to enjoy the show. It was very traditional with a children’s fancy dress competition, coconut shy, bric a brac, cake stalls and children’s races. Often a brass band played during the afternoon. I only remember one wet Monday, when the show was held inside. The event became outdated, but the present village hall committee hold a Village Day to which everyone in the village is invited.

There were many local characters in the village when I arrived, some of them lived in Sicklinghall all their lives. The Lowthers, the Gambles, the Westermans, the Middlebrooks, the Turners, the Beasleys and the Bucks were all local families and they were always very friendly. There were very few people who commuted to Leeds.

It has now become a largely commuter and retirement village with new comers being doctors, solicitors and businessmen. There are, however, plenty of new activities such as yoga classes and a book club, and I have always felt that joining in events has made

6 living in a village more rewarding.

In our younger years my husband and I travelled the world and one local used to say, "Why do you go on holiday so much? Sicklinghall is the best place in the world."

As I get older I know what he means and it has been a privilege to call Sicklinghall my home for the last 48 years.

Liz Boyd

St Peter’s News

At the end of January we were delighted to be joined by the music students from Leeds University who will ensure that we shall have live music again, although only in term time. Pictured below are Emma Dutton and Eleanor Barnard, both of whom have played for us previously and Lorenzo Di Guardo, who will be alternating with Carlotta Giammarinaro playing the organ.

Both Lorenzo and Carlotta are from Sicily and have found the difference in services between the two countries interesting. Apparently in Sicilian churches the hymns are sung by a choir and the congregation just listen. They were worried as to whether the

7 congregation would know the tunes and when to begin. We did!

Maintaining the church garden at the front of Saint Peter’s overlooking Main Street has become something of a burden over the last few years. Although we were managing to keep the weeds down and plant some new flowers, it has been an uphill struggle. The decision has been made to replace it all with a lawn, although we may subsequently have small borders. So do not worry when you see diggers removing shrubs and ancient tree stumps; it is only progress towards providing an improved view of the church and letting us have enough time to look after the rest of the churchyard properly. Our thanks to members of the 100 Club, whose contributions have funded this work.

Finally our gratitude to Ann Wroe, who has hosted an enjoyable winter season of films, including ‘Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner’, ‘Educating Rita’ and ‘Blinded by the Light’, with donations going to St Peter’s funds.

Peter Catton

Christine Solomon

On Friday 7 February, Christine Solomon sadly died. She was 64 and had lived in Sicklinghall for many years, but more recently, due to ill health, had had to live in a care home in Harrogate, which is where she died.

She was married to Godfrey and they had their daughter Natalie. Godfrey died a few years ago. Christine was mother-in-law to David and granny to Ruari, Jack and Tom.

When Godfrey was alive they would go away with their large camper van, often to Wales because Godfrey was a rail enthusiast and took part in helping with the Ffestiniog Railway.

Her funeral was held at Stonefall Crematorium on Friday 21 February.

Carol Warrington

8 Volunteers needed!

If you are able and willing to help, save the date…

Kirkby Overblow Methodist graveyard, Sunday June 7 10.00am – 12 noon

Last year we reached out to the community for assistance with the clearing up of the Methodist graveyard which is located in the centre of the village. Given the unpredictable weather conditions, we were pretty overwhelmed at the willingness and support of all those who arrived at the graveyard ready to get stuck in. That hard work has paid off and we face a less daunting challenge on our next bout of garden rescue!

We need a group of volunteers to assist in carrying out some minor garden work including clearing and gathering deadwood and light pruning of plants.

If you are able to support us please bring suitable footwear. The tools that would really help would be secateurs, gardening gloves and safety glasses.

Refreshments will be provided.

Should you have any queries, please contact [email protected] (07771 370745) or Carol Simmons at [email protected].

We hope to see you there!

Ruth Wilkinson

News from All Saints’ Church

On 12 January, as part of our January Breakfast Church, we celebrated Christingle. Moira led the service and as we decorated our oranges with the traditional red ribbon, sweets and candle Moira explained the symbolic significance of each addition. It was a very enjoyable and thought provoking service.

A very different musical event took place in All Saints’ church on 17 January. Colin Payne and his colleagues from Vinyl Sessions in Harrogate put on a celebratory playing of the classic 1973 Mike Oldfield album, Tubular Bells. Fully utilising the magnificent acoustics of All Saints’, the original vinyl recording was played on period equipment (iconic vintage audio kit from Sony/KEF/Shure/JVC) in front of a large audience.

The event began with an introduction to the album by Graham Chalmers (Harrogate Advertiser Features Editor), followed by playback in full of the

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10 music. Entry to the event was free, however the audience was encouraged to contribute to the Friends of Harrogate Hospital, for whom Vinyl Classics raise funds. Together with the raffle that was held, the magnificent sum of £2700 was raised.

It is hoped that Vinyl Classics will return with another classic album of the ’70s or ’80s at a future date.

In recent months new lighting has been installed in church and ongoing maintenance has been carried out. The considerable number of regular activities we now have in church, both religious and secular, always run smoothly and this is due, in no small part, to the unsung heroes behind the scenes; those who clean, check lighting and heating, arrange seating and oversee workmen. Without these people, who constantly support our excellent, hardworking church wardens, All Saints’ would not be the vibrant, welcoming church it is. Our thanks to all who so willingly support All Saints’ and in particular to our treasurer, Robert Henderson, who recently oversaw work and activities in church on 20 consecutive days.

Towards the end of February a letter of thanks was received from the Rt Rev’d Nicholas Baines, Bishop of Leeds, thanking All Saints’ for paying its 2019 parish share in full. The Bishop explained that the parish share not only pays for clergy and diocesan officers but also enables the diocese to continue to fulfil its ministry and mission. He acknowledged how challenging a task it can be to meet this financial obligation and thanked the PCC and congregations at All Saints’ for their commitment and support.

Following the death of Her Honour Jacqueline Clark in April 2019, All Saints has received a very generous bequest of £5000. No decision has yet been reached as to how this bequest will be used.

STOP PRESS: A coloured, illustrated history of All Saints’ Church is now available and includes a walk around tour of the church. All Saints’ has a fascinating history and the booklet, priced at £2.50, is definitely recommended reading. Copies are available in the church. All proceeds will go to church funds.

Diary dates: Wednesday 1 April at 7pm. Licensing service for our new Rector, Craig Marshall Wednesday 29 April at 7pm at Scotts Arms, Sicklinghall, Annual Parish Meeting. Anyone on the church electoral role is invited to attend.

Coffee mornings: Wednesday 1 April 9.30-11.30am Wednesday 6 May 9.30-11.30am

Mary Walker

Village litter pick

This will take place on Sunday 19 April. Please meet outside the school at 11am. Pickers, bags and vests will be provided. All volunteers welcome.

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14 Kirkby Overblow parish council

Star & Garter. Brief update. Recently the parish council circulated a letter to our village email list explaining the background and current position regarding the empty former public house. If any parishioner did not get this letter and think they should have, then please contact either me on 01423 810230 or Ruth Denwood on 07887 935206 and we can add your address to our list. As yet no planning application has been received for any alternative residential development. We have now met with the owner who has confirmed the property could be for sale at the right price. Unfortunately a proposed follow up general village meeting has had to be postponed due to coronavirus.

Swindon Lane. The Parish Council is in contact with North County Council Highways regarding the flooding problem on Swindon Lane below the property St Helens’. All winter there has been nearly 50 metres of standing water on this stretch of road surface. The only solution is to put a gulley where the water comes through the bottom of the wall and pipe under the road to the existing drainage system on the other side. However highways are querying cost and priority with main road schemes and other parishes all having highway drainage problems during this exceptionally wet winter. We will keep the pressure on.

Reminder. Please note that Parish Council meeting agendas and minutes are posted on the village notice board and can also be viewed on the village web site under the Parish Council heading on www.kirkbyoverblow.org. Also the Annual Parish meeting will be held on Monday 18 May at 8.00pm in the school. All parishioners are welcome.

David Yeadon, Chairman

Coronavirus assistance

It hasn’t happened yet, that we are aware of, but in the event that our village is visited by this illness we have been thinking about those people who may be quarantined and find it difficult to get provisions, prescriptions etc. If you need help you can ring Lucy Crack who will arrange for a local volunteer to come to your rescue! If you would like to be on the ‘rescue team’ please let Lucy know so you can be added to the list.

Her contact details are: 07802 922448 [email protected]

KOSAF

Due to the developing problems regarding the coronavirus we have taken the decision to postpone the full KOSAF Festival until the same time next year. However, if the situation improves, we do feel that we might be able to stage some events this summer at short notice (the safari supper for example and possibly Open Gardens). The committee has arranged a meeting on 5 May to discuss the possibilities.

Jim Bennett, Kosaf chair

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16 A big thank you

Kearby Chapel wishes to thank St Peter’s Church, Sicklinghall for the kind donation of plants. Whilst promoting exciting new projects for the chapel and school room at Kearby, funds are very much restricted so the plants are greatly appreciated.

We hope that these will flourish when planted and be admired by those who visit us this summer.

Ruth Wilkinson

Kearby with Netherby litter pick

This was held on Saturday 29 February. The weather was fortunately not as bad as forecast.

At least ten people combed the verges of our parish over the course of the weekend and eleven bags of waste were collected. Most of the litter is food and drink packaging thrown from vehicles. This time there was also a plastic crate, an old boot, some metalwork, an old bicycle tyre, a windscreen wiper and a car bumper.

Thanks to all who participated. We hope that continuing to keep our parish clean and tidy will encourage other to follow suit.

Angela Rickards

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18 I am St Barnabas

I enjoy seeing the visitors who come to look at my interior from time to time, particularly the ones who leave a message in my Visitors’ Book. Recently a family noted their admiration of my amazing windows. This pleased me very much because I am rather proud of them.

According to a survey which was done in October l997, the manufacturers were mainly William Wailes, James Powell of Whitefriar, and one by Chas. E. Steele. The one in the south wall of the Choir is just listed as St Barnabas. What causes a lot of discussion is the object that I am holding. Since I am (among other appointments) the patron saint of hailstorms, it is possible that it is a giant hailstone, although one of my Churchwardens is convinced that it is a jacket potato.

The most fascinating one is on the south wall of the nave, and is just listed as Ascension. It is dated 1902 and shows Mary and a group of disciples standing gazing up to heaven. What is not immediately noticeable is the faint imprint of Christ’s footprints. Mary is looking down at these. Another interesting point is that several of the saints are identifiable by the emblems on their robes. St Matthew, the tax collector, has little money bags ornamenting his cloak, St Peter has keys and St Mark an eagle. It is worth having a look at this window to see if you can identify any more.

Most of the windows are dedicated to the third Earl of Harewood who endowed the church and employed George Gilbert Scott to design it The Earl and Countess had thirteen children, including six daughters, who donated some of the windows and other items such as the Communion Rails.

I am looking forward to April when we shall be welcoming The Revd Craig Marshall as our new incumbent. I would also like to extent very warmest thanks to those who have taken many of my services over the past year, notably Ralph Hudspeth.

Susan Scott

Behind Closed Doors

This is a charity that supports people who have been made homeless by domestic violence. Many thanks to those who have already given so generously. Ladies Forum have donated over £700 towards toiletries for this group. We will continue to collect toiletries over the next year

If you have any new items please bring them to the craft, talks or coffee mornings for me to take to Otley

Cheers Jenny 01423 734384

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20 Weeton Show: CANCELLED

We are really sad to have to let you know that we have taken the decision to cancel the Weeton Show this year.

The health of all our families and volunteers is our priority and although we have looked at every possibility to keep the show in the calendar, the current uncertainty regarding Covid-19 and social gatherings means it is impossible to make any definite future plans. We have been closely following the ongoing government guidelines and while we appreciate the show is currently four months away, we hope you can understand that the rapid pace in which the current events are unfolding leaves us unable to predict whether social distancing measures will become stricter before they get better, and of course, when they will end.

We were all very excited for what promised to be a brilliant family-focussed Weeton Show 2020 and we hope to save all the hard work already put in behind the scenes ready for the show next year - in 2021. However, in the meantime, we are incredibly disappointed and sorry that your great show will not be going ahead.

Once again, on behalf of the Weeton Show committee we all apologise but hope you agree we feel we were left with no alternative.

Let us all put our energies into the community in a different way for now and protect those most vulnerable among us.

Phillida Richardson

21 Craft Club

We meet on the second Thursday of the month between October and May in Almscliffe Hall. Cost is £2.00 each meeting to include most materials and refreshments.

Future dates: Thursday 9 April Flowers with Sandra. A practical session. Please email for details on what you need to bring. Thursday 14 May A catch up session

Jenny Stacey, email [email protected]

Almscliffe Talks

These take place in Almscliffe Hall, October to March on every third Thursday at 2pm.

The dates for 2020 are as follows:

Thursday 15 October Thursday 19 November Thursday 17 December

Please put the dates in your diary. There will be more information in future issues. The talks are £10 for the term of 3, or £4 for a single one

Extra info from Jenny: 01423 734384

Weeton & Huby Parish Council

We have seen over the past several weeks an unprecedented amount of rainfall. As a result, flooding has occurred where hitherto there wasn’t a serious problem. Where the PC has been notified, we have relayed the information to NYCC requesting them to take appropriate action. The drain under the railway bridge on Weeton Lane is due to be jetted to remove the build-up of sludge.

I have also been informed that as part of the on-going programme of minor road repairs, we are now due for the major potholes in the village to be filled in.

Station Parking

In response to the anonymous letter sent to me by a train commuter, on behalf of residents living in the proximity of the station, I would like to respond by stating that we all agree station parking does not necessarily mean inconsiderate parking. However, when cars are parked in such a way as to prevent access by service vehicles or cause problems for residents to access or exit their driveways, then it is both inconsiderate and acutely annoying. 22 Parking facilities at the station are inadequate, we all agree, but it is the responsibility of Network Rail who own the car park, and also the now defunct coal yard, to set about improving the situation. We as a Parish Council are constantly lobbying the powers that be to do this but we have no direct powers of authority.

Please note, the village hall car park is certainly not available for commuter parking. It is used daily by people having business at the hall or attending the many events/functions put on by outside organisations and also by members of the tennis & bowling club.

Cricket Club

A big thank you to all those who responded by registering their interest in re-forming the cricket club. I am collating all the details and will forward this information to Michael Styrin.

Snooker/Billiards

We have a very friendly and thriving snooker/billiards club operating out of the village hall. Social evening is every Monday with matches being played on a Wednesday. We would love to welcome new members – you don’t have to be particularly good! Contact Alan Wardle on 07714 952200 if interested or just turn up on one of the evenings and introduce yourself.

Finally, I do receive quite a number of emails expressing concerns on numerous issues relating to the Parish. Our Parish Council meetings are open to all; please feel free to attend these where you may have an opportunity to air your views. We do our best to support you wherever possible.

The next PC Meeting will be on Tuesday 12 May – all welcome.

Bob Wilyman, Chair Mobile: 07930 329196 email: [email protected]

Almscliffe Tennis & Bowling Club

Raindrops keep falling on our head …. !!

And sadly, the sun has been sleeping on the job! We have been ready to start groundworks on our new court/multi-use games area (MUGA) since December but the weather and the water-logged earth have been against us.

The blues are about to be defeated, however, as we take the first step in our new development project on 17 March, working on an improved habitat for the wildlife before moving on to the tennis players!

Thanks to the generosity of the Woodland Trust, the Club has been granted a pack of 420 saplings to gap up boundary hedges, create a new hedge and plant additional trees, 23 providing year round colour and first-class accommodation for birds, bats and other wild-life.

This work will be followed swiftly by refencing and resurfacing our two existing courts with synthetic grass to be ready for the season start at the end of April. The construction of the new court/MUGA will take place later when the conditions are right.

In the meantime, we are delighted to announce a coaching partnership with Kinetic Tennis, an energetic new company which has established a network of successful coaching programmes.

A full Junior Mini-Tennis programme will be available after school on Tuesday and Wednesday from the beginning of May, with adult coaching and Cardio Tennis & Fitness later in the evening.

Non-members welcome to join members and Jamie, Kinetic’s Head Coach, at 9.30am on Saturday morning for Family Fun Cardio Tennis. Details are on the website: www.atbc-huby.org.uk or come and meet the coach, have some free coaching and try out our new courts at our Open Day on Saturday, 2 May.

Email [email protected] or [email protected] for information

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26 Jottings……..

The Reverend Craig Marshall will become the Rector of The Benefice of Lower on 1 April. Upon becoming the incumbent of a multi- parish rural benefice he will have on his hands a large task. For a start, there are five parish churches (plus a ‘redundant’ one) and two church schools. The parish churches need management, administration and development, as does the Benefice as a whole. Then there is the task of building relationships with the wider Anglican body as well as other denominations.

Apart from the above there is the small matter of ‘Ordination’; that sacrament which determines what a priest’s task, role and work is. It often seems to bear little relation to the above but, there is within it, an imperative to work beyond the too often narrow vision of parish churches in order to be with, listen to and support parishioners who see little or no role in ‘spirituality’ (whatever that means) or what is vaguely defined as ‘organised religion’ in their lives. Indeed, the majority of a priest’s work is seldom seen or recognised.

When the parish churches were discussing the sort of person they wanted as rector they, almost inevitability, developed an ideal who was a mixture of St Teresa, Desperate Dan, Roy of The Rovers and Jesus (the problem with being Jesus is that you get crucified). It could just be that Craig may not be able to fully fulfil this ideal. However, help is at hand………..

At Craig’s induction the Bishop of asks the congregation if they will support him and the response is: “We will.”

We are to remember this is not a parrot-fashion, empty headed response. It is a vow. We are not allowed to subsequently declare: “April Fool!”

Upon reflection, the parishes never satisfactorily responded to the question once put during our planning for a new Rector:

“What are we going to offer him?”

So, I suggest we offer Craig, nurture, support, love, appreciation and an understanding that he will have great successes here (however that may be measured) and disappointments; hint - that’s because he is human.

Also, please remember, that whilst Craig has a vocation to be a priest he also has a vocation to be a husband and a father. So, ‘cut him some slack’, allow him space, find out when his rest day is and observe it. Oh, and pray for him (daily).

Give grace, heavenly Creator, to Craig, your servant, that both by his life and doctrine he may declare your true and living Word, and rightly administer your holy Sacraments.

The Revd David Wheeler

27 Benefice of Lower Wharfedale Calendar April 2020.

Please continue to consult local church notice boards, websites and churchwardens for confirmation of service times

APRIL 2020

1st 9.30am - Village Coffee Morning 11.30am All Saints’, Kirkby Overblow

HOLY WEEK IN THE BENEFICE OF LOWER WHARFEDALE

5th 8.30am Holy Communion BCP Kirkby Overblow Palm Sunday 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool 9.30am Family Communion Sicklinghall 11.00am Family Communion Weeton 11.00am Celtic Morning Prayer Kirkby Overblow Refreshments served from 10.30am

Monday 7.00pm Compline Sicklinghall 6th for Holy Week

Tuesday 7.00pm Compline North Rigton 7th for Holy Week

Wednesday 7.00pm Compline 8th for Holy Week Pool

9th MAUNDY THURSDAY

7.00pm Eucharist of the Last Supper Weeton

10th GOOD FRIDAY

10.00am The Liturgy of the Cross Pool 2.00pm The Liturgy of the Cross Sicklinghall

11th 10.30am - Community Coffee Morning 12 noon in St Wilfrid’s Church, Pool

28 12th EASTER DAY ‘The day of Resurrection! Earth, tell it out abroad’

9.30am Parish Eucharist North Rigton 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool 10.30am Parish Eucharist Sicklinghall 11.00am Parish Eucharist Kirkby Overblow Refreshments from 10.30am 11.00am Parish Eucharist Weeton

Wednesday 9.30am - Community Coffee Morning 15th 11.30am in Huby

19th 8.30am Holy Communion BCP Kirkby Overblow Second Sunday 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool of Easter 9.30am Celtic Morning Prayer Sicklinghall 9.30am Family Service North Rigton 11.00am Parish Eucharist Weeton 4.00pm Messy Church at Pool Methodist Church

23rd 7.30pm Annual Parish Meeting for the Parish of Weeton with North Rigton and Stainburn in St,.Barnabas Church, Weeton

26th 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool Third Sunday followed by the Annual of Easter Parish Meeting in church. 9.30am Parish Eucharist Sicklinghall 11.00am Parish Eucharist Kirkby Overblow Refreshments served from 10.30am 11.00am Celtic Morning Prayer Weeton

29th 7.30pm Annual Parish Meeting for the Parish of Kirkby Overblow with Sicklinghall in the Lower Room, The Scotts Arms, Sicklinghall MAY 2020

Please note, May services could be subject to change. Please check church noticeboards.

3rd 8.30 Holy Communion BCP Kirkby Overblow Fourth Sunday 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool of Easter 9.30am Family Communion Sicklinghall 11.00am Family Communion Weeton 11.00am Celtic Morning Prayer Kirkby Overblow Refreshments served from 10.30am 29 6th. 9.30am - Village Coffee Morning 11.30am All Saints’, Kirkby Overblow

9th 10.30am - Community Coffee Morning 12 noon in St Wilfrid’s Church, Pool

10th 8.30am Holy Communion Kirkby Overblow Fifth Sunday followed by breakfast in church of Easter 9.30am Parish Eucharist North Rigton 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool 9.45am Family Church Kirkby Overblow Breakfast from 9.15am

17th 8.30am Holy Communion BCP Kirkby Overblow Sixth Sunday 9.30am Family Service North Rigton of Easter 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool 9.30am Celtic Morning Prayer Sicklinghall 11.00am Parish Eucharist Weeton 4.00pm Messy Church at Pool Methodist Church

19th 7.00 for Churchwarden’s meeting Weeton 7.30pm.

20th 9.30am - Community Coffee Morning 11.00am in Huby

21st For further details see church noticeboards. Ascension Day

24th 9.30am Parish Eucharist Pool Seventh Sunday 9.30am Parish Eucharist Sicklinghall of Easter 11.00am Parish Eucharist Kirkby Overblow 11.00am Celtic Morning Prayer Weeton

31st 10.00am Benefice Eucharist Pentecost Sunday Location to be arranged. See church noticeboards

From the registers

Funerals

28 January North Rigton Alec Thomas Naylor

Please note that we no longer publish the personal data of persons being baptized or married, since this data is subject to the new EU GDPR.

30 Arthington annual spring clean

Arthington Parish Council has organised the annual spring clean of the village. It will take place on Saturday 4 April.

Any budding volunteers are encouraged to meet at Arthington Village Hall at 10.00 am.

Mel Webb

Arthington village hall – VE celebrations

To celebrate the end of World War II a community event marking the 75th anniversary of VE day will be held at Arthington Village Hall.

There will be photographs and artefacts detailing the lives of local WWII soldiers and their families, with old fashioned games, live music and entertainment reminiscent of the era.

The event will start at 1.00 pm on Friday 8 May and fancy dress is encouraged

For more information see village notice boards and the village hall and village Facebook pages.

Mel Webb

Pool In Wharfedale Women’s Institute

At last spring is here and I hope you are all enjoying the lighter evenings after a very dreary first three months of 2020.

Past Events In January we had a talk from Nat West Bank on scams and fake telephone calls and how very easy it is to fall victim to these very clever fraudsters and how we must be alert at all times.

February saw a visit from two ladies from Marie Curie, one speaking about their fund raising and the other on the work they do for patients. These two ladies were very dedicated to the work they do.

Future events Tuesday 14 April Pat Osborne will be returning. This time her talk will be Princess Margaret, Bohemian Princess.

31 32 Tuesday 12 May Resolutions Meeting followed by a Lady Beetle game.

Tuesday 21 April The Federation Annual meeting will be held on at the Kings Hall .

Tuesday 24 March We will again be holding a Kindness afternoon inviting local residents to join us for a cuppa and cake, and a chat with the locals (no charge) and everyone welcome.

All our monthly meetings are held on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2.00pm in the comfortable lounge at Wharfedale Court. Visitors are always welcome to our meetings (£4.00 incl. tea and cakes)

We have a luncheon club which meets on the last Tuesday of the month at a local eating venue.

For further information on Pool in Wharfedale Women's Institute please contact

Susan Brown on 01132 842983

News from St Wilfrid’s

Candlemas on 2 February

Wow! Wow! Wow! Many thanks to the Choir of St John’s, for supporting our Candlemas Service. It was a wonderful experience; Father David and I thought we were in heaven with all the angelic voices. Also thank you to our serving team, especially Cleo and Finley, outstanding service for our Lord. We have had many favourable comments from the congregation who also enjoyed the buffet after the service. The church in candlelight, looked wonderful and we are thankful to be able to 33 worship in such a wonderful, traditional setting. Book your seat for next year.

Jean Radley

St George’s Crypt

A big thank you for all who have supported and are supporting St George’s Crypt, not only with gifts and monetary donations but especially your prayers. A special thank you to Jill from Kirkby Overblow who has given them a tremendous amount of clothing; her generosity has been outstanding. Thanks also to all others who are not known—it means we go to the crypt not only once but sometimes twice a week. The car is loaded up each time. The crypt is extremely grateful and sends a big thank you.

Jean and Gordon Radley, Crypt Liaison

The Society of Catholic Priests

The Society of Catholic Priests once again enjoyed a wonderful Mass and lunch at St Wilfrid’s in January. We thank God that we have played hosts on such a wonderful occasion where they have co-celebrated Mass. They all look forward to coming to such a wonderful little church. Thank you to the Churchwardens for their help and support.

Mother’s Day Sunday 22 March

As we go to print we are looking forward to our traditional Mothering Sunday Service where gifts of posies are given and we remember our own Mother church here at St Wilfrid’s.

VILLAGE NEWS CANNOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE QUALITY OF GOODS OR SERVICES ADVERTISED IN THE MAGAZINE 34 North Rigton Parish Council

Brackenwell Lane housing development As recorded on the Parish website and Notice Board, a planning application (20/00113/RG3) has been received from Harrogate Borough Council for the demolition of the garage block and construction of two, three bedroom semi - detached houses. The Parish Council strongly objects to this application and has responded accordingly (as a consultee) to the Borough Council. The full text of the response can be seen on the Parish website.

Village Garden – update Unfortunately, the application for a Pocket Park grant from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government was unsuccessful. However, the Parish Council is delighted to announce that AVCA have received a significant grant for the refurbishment of the play area and equipment and it is hoped to be completed by mid-summer.

Litter on A658 The Parish Council is concerned about the amount of litter on both sides of the A658. The situation has been reported to both HBC and NYCC, with the hope that a more regular litter collection will be put in place.

Flooding on Brackenwell Lane Once again, significant flooding has occurred on Brackenwell Lane. The Parish Council has, in the past, raised this issue with Yorkshire Water, NYCC and HBC, but none of these organisations has accepted responsibility. The matter will now be pursued vigorously via our Borough and County councillors to press for a permanent solution.

Parish website Just to remind all residents that descriptions and links to all new planning applications continue to be uploaded to the website when received. You will therefore have the opportunity to review any applications which are of interest and comment accordingly before HBC Planning comes to a decision.

All parishioners are again encouraged to register on the website. This will enable improved communication, both to and from, as the site is developed further over the coming months. The website address is: www.northrigton.org

Mike Richards, Parish clerk

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38 Village garden

Almscliffe Villages Community Association has been successful in raising the necessary funds to undertake improvements and refurbishments to the play equipment in the village garden.

A number of gifts and loans from members of the community have been received, together with a truly magnificent gift from The Liz and Terry Bramall Foundation.

We, and the Parish Council, need to continue our fund-raising to meet our commitment to part fund the work, but this gift will enable us to make an immediate start on the project.

You can continue to support this project by attending our fund-raising events, the next one being An English Banquet on Saturday 25 April, by joining the Local Lotto or by making gifts to Almscliffe Villages Community Association.

Many thanks to all those who have already contributed.

John Hopkins, Chairman AVCA

39 40 St Mary’s Church, Stainburn

In February, the Churches Conservation Trust (CCT) arranged a national volunteers day in Birmingham. Stainburn sent two delegates, representing the North who ran a workshop for other volunteers from across the country. We came back with ideas for fundraising and it was a worthwhile trip for networking and meeting the senior figures in the CCT.

I’ll start with an update on the fundraising for St Mary’s Church. We decided to ask a company with experience of working on listed buildings to provide a quotation for the pointing. This is much less expensive than the original CCT quote and they are giving it consideration but have asked us to get yet another quote! We should have an outcome by the spring when the work can go ahead. We can then look at the other projects which need attention. It is certainly a juggling act for us all working full time and trying to fundraise, but worth it!

The Book Box Scheme in the church is working well and we now have separate adult and children boxes. If you have any unwanted books please leave them in appropriate box for recycling. Thank you for your support.

There are a few crocosmia left to buy and bundles of grasses and willow. These are also available in church for a contribution.

Sunday 10 May, community walk followed by tea and cake at St Mary’s. This is still in planning but we’ll put up posters and please do email if you’d like to check details. The bluebells should be out and hopefully the sun. The likely start time will be 2.00pm.

Date to be confirmed, A summer evening of music – we are hoping to have a re run of our event in 2018 with the Evermair singers from Opera North returning to St Mary’s to entertain us. We are in the planning stages as we need support to make this happen. If you would like to sponsor the event (or part of it) please email or call 0113 284 3373 for more details. It was the most wonderful evening, as those of you who attended will know, and made it possible to replace the oak gates at the entrance of the churchyard; giving a local joiner the work was an added bonus. Please get in touch to find out how you can help us either by volunteering or sponsoring!

Saturday 5 December 2.00pm, The Snow Queen. My Theatre will be coming to St Mary’s to entertain and delight children and adults. Please put the date in your diary and if you want to be advised when tickets are available please let me know. We have pre-booked the theatre to come back in summer 2021 with The Secret Garden.

All events will take place dependant on public health guidance

All enquiries please email: [email protected]

Fiona Arnold 41 The Yorkshire flower club.

The Yorkshire Flower Club holds monthly meetings at Almscliffe Hall, Huby starting at 2.15pm. New members and guests are always welcome and if you decide to join the club the same day your visitor's fee will be deducted from the £40 membership fee. Visitor's fees are £5 for a practice .

Future meetings and events.

Wed 15 April Demonstration by Don Billington entitled 'A funny thing happened' Thursday 23 April 26th Harrogate Spring Flower Show. The club has participated in this event for many years and our designs can be seen in the Floral Pavilion. The theme for the show is Reflections Friday 1 May National Flower Arranging Day Wed 27 May The club is celebrating its 65th Blue Sapphire anniversary. The celebrations start with coffee at 10am followed by the AGM and lunch. In the afternoon Jacqueline Iddon will give a demonstration entitled 'Arranging the garden'. Lunch is complimentary and only available to members who have a ticket

The club's members travel from all over Yorkshire region but the club is eager to have more local people attending meetings so if you enjoy flowers please come along to one of our meetings.

For more information please contact Sandra Harder on 01943 877516 or email bobandsandraharder@gmail,com

Thank you

I would like to express my appreciation to everyone who gives their time to make this magazine a wonderful village asset. I hope you all read, take note and support the many events and initiatives that it promotes.

You all know that Village News is a free publication and therefore relies mainly on advertising revenue to cover costs. More advertisements are required to improve this income stream. If you would like to place an advert for your business or know of a local businesses which could benefit from advertising please see details at the back of the magazine for costs and contact details. Let’s keep Village News free to everyone in the benefice. You can of course make a personal donation if you wish and I am sure it would be much appreciated.

Many thanks for all they do for the groups I run.

Best wishes Jenny Stacey 42 Farnley Estate WI

Future meetings and trips

Wednesday 8 April Craft session – Making Paper Flowers

Monday 4 - Thursday 7 May Federation Denman Visit 2 members attending the 'Ramble in the Cotswolds' trip

Wednesday 13 May Baker Mike, traditional Yorkshire baking demonstration

Wednesday 10 June Skin care and make-up demonstration by Clarins.

Wednesday 8 July Wildlife gardening

Walking Group

Tuesday 7 April Ripon to – 7 bridges walk Thursday 5 May Around the Chevin Tuesday 2 June Stainburn Tuesday 7 July Wetherby and Linton

Walks are 5 to 6 miles and end with refreshments at a local cafe. If you would like to join us on any walk contact Caroline for details on where to meet and time.

Recent meetings and events.

8 January - Social evening and Quiz – outline of the 2020 programme, cuppa, chat and a quiz and payment of membership fees for coming year. Members voted on the National Resolutions. Two new members welcomed.

12 February - planned speaker was unable to attend due to illness so a picture quiz of local places was organised and a talk by Lesley Fidler on what is involved in becoming a WI Judge. Well done to the committee for an enjoyable meeting organised at such short notice.

Our meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm in Leathley Parish Rooms. Anyone interested in joining is welcome to come and try out one of our meetings. We have a varied programme as can be seen from this report. We have a walking group and a book group both meeting monthly. Federation workshops on various topics include patchwork, gardens and bees, soap making, felt wreaths, willow projects and stained glass tea lights. All meetings are held at Alma House in Ripon. There are various Federation Trips.

We cover not only Farnley village but also Huby, Weeton Castley, Leathley and Lindley and have members from Otley and Pool as well.

For more information please contact President Susan Kerridge on 01423 733233 or Caroline Barker on 01423 734412 email [email protected]

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Directory of village groups

Group and Contact Telephone/email Website

All Saints’ Church, [email protected] www.allsaintschurchko.co.uk Kirkby Overblow Jim Bennett 07970 374658 Liza Gisborne 01423 879070 Almscliffe Talks 01423 734384 Jenny Stacey [email protected] Almscliffe Villages 01423 734745 www.northrigton.org Community Association [email protected] John Hopkins

Girlguiding www.girlguidingnyw.org.uk Harrogate SW Division Huby Crafts 01423 734384 Jenny Stacey Kirkby Overblow [email protected] www.kirkbyoverblow.org Village

Kirkby Overblow Parish [email protected] www.kirkbyoverblowpc.org.uk Council

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Sicklinghall attached to the outside wall of the school on Main Street (visible from the road) Kirkby Overblow attached to the outside wall of Best Kept Secret, next door to the Shoulder of Mutton (visible from the road) Kearby with Netherby attached to the outside wall (to the left) of the Family Room at Maustin Park North Rigton attached to the side wall of the Square and Compass on Rigton Hill.

Lawnmower Sales Service & Parts New machinery supplied at very competitive Stephenson’s Memorial Works LLP prices with full after sales service. All work Website: www.stephensonsmemorials.com guaranteed. Free collection and delivery Email: [email protected] service. High Trees Lawnmower Service, 01423 883583 Woodside Trading Estate, Low Lane, Horsforth, Leeds. 0113 2580374 and organisations

North Rigton Parish [email protected] www.northrigton.org Council

Pool in Wharfedale News [email protected] www.pool-in-wharfedale.com

Pool in Wharfedale WI 01132 842784 Anne Bottomley [email protected]

Sicklinghall 07765 697642 www.thevillagepreschool.co.uk The Village Playgroup [email protected] Emma Webb

Weeton Show 01423 733404 www.weetonshow.co.uk Candy Waller e-mail via the website

Sicklinghall Cricket Club 07816 347789 Andy Wood [email protected]

Yorkshire Flower Club 01943 877516 Sandra Harder [email protected]

North Rigton Ladies 01423 734617 Lunch Doris Telford 45 BUSINESS DIRECTORY We are grateful to those who advertise in the business directory and ask our readers to support them whenever possible. Notice to advertisers - The charge per line for advertisements is £5.00 for a year’s (6) issues, payable in advance. To place an advert contact Sarah Coughlan 0113 288 6310 [email protected]

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46 THE CLERGY AND SUNDAY WORSHIP

RECTOR: The Revd Craig Marshall

ASSOCIATE PRIEST: The Revd David Wheeler The Vicarage, Old Pool Bank, Pool-in-Wharfedale, Otley, LS21 1EJ Tel: 0113 318 7587 email: [email protected]

READER: Moira Keith 3 Park Way, Pool in Wharfedale, Otley, LS21 1LD Tel: 01132 842704 Email: [email protected]

READER EMERITUS: Lois Plows Ryeland House, Back Lane, Sicklinghall, Wetherby LS22 4BQ Tel: 01937 580632

BENEFICE ADMINISTRATOR: Julie Clegg Tel:01423 733341 email: [email protected]

Methodist Church at Kearby, 3pm Sunday MINISTER: The Revd Gordon Hay 1 York Road , Knaresborough HG5 0AF Tel: 01423 863298

Roman Catholic Church, Church of the Immaculate Conception Administered by the Peter Middelton Trust Tel: 01937 582437 or 01937 581744

CHURCHWARDENS

Kirkby Overblow Sicklinghall

Jim Bennett 07970 374658 Margret Barlow 01937 587517 Liza Gisborne 01423 879070 Catherine Catton 01937 585293 Asst Jeremy Cross 01423 879066

North Rigton Weeton

Please contact the Rector Acting Churchwardens Doreen Marriott 01423 734579 Sue Scott 01423 734674

Pool with Arthington Kearby Methodist Chapel

Sue Ford 0113 2842386 Chapel Steward Gordon Radley 0113 2842385 Ivy Rogers 01423 869861

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