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WELCOME Welcome to the Trinity Tattler!

IN THIS edition 4 From the Connétable and Deputy 7 Battle of Flowers success 8 Trinity Church news 16 Commando raid at Petit Port We’re proud to bring to you the first edition of the Trinity 20 Trinity treasures Tattler, a quarterly colour magazine which we hope will appeal to Parishioners of all ages. We want to celebrate, 24 Meet Le Trinn’tais with you, the wonderful community that is Trinity. Our aim is to discover and share interesting stories and pictures from 29 Durrell Delights the present and the past and bring you news and information about our churches, school and the many clubs & associations that make up 30 Diary our community. We are so fortunate to live in this lovely Parish of Trinity and we want you to join us in reflecting on our rich history, Page 20: find out what the 3in1 beautiful scenery and the contribution that so many of our Club have been enjoying Parishioners make to the community in many different ways. The quarterly Trinity Tattler will complement the Trinity Parish Newsletter, which will continue to be circulated monthly, and we’re working with the team to ensure that there is no overlap of content so that each retains its own unique character and relevance. The Trinity Tattler is a real team effort and I would like to publically thank and pay tribute to the newly formed editorial team: Norman Ridley, Jane Rueb, Elena McGowan, Collette Bisson, Angela Otterwell, Clive Jones and our Connétable for getting the first edition off the ground. We’re not professionals and we’re learning as we go, so Do you recognise this Where please forgive us if something is not quite right! remote Parish location? Finally, the Trinity Tattler is about you, our Parishioners, young, is it? Read on to find out… not so young and in-between. The name we have chosen (not to be

confused with the well-established Tatler magazine!), together with our

Jerriais strapline ‘d’vis du nord-et’, is about telling tales and chatting. As such it’s a magazine for all of you and we want to hear from you if you have an idea for an article or any photos of Parish life, new or old,

that you would like share. We are also very interested in your feedback about this first edition which you can send by email to [email protected]. Alternatively, please speak to a member of the editorial team. The next issue comes out in February and we’re thinking about it already! Rosemary Parker

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TRINITY From our From our Connétable Deputy I really hope that the It is a pleasure to be able to contribute to the first edition Trinity Tattler will of the Trinity Tattler. Trinity now joins many other become a regular parishes by launching its very own magazine which I am quarterly magazine for sure will add to the richness of our Parish life. I would our Parish and provide like to congratulate the editorial team in getting this much-needed insight project off the ground. into what actually goes on in Trinity. My thanks goes to the editorial team for their hard work in May I remind you all that I made a commitment in my recent election manifesto to set up a Community Support Team. Since the bringing it to fruition. NewYear the team and I have been very active recruiting volunteers. The response has been wonderful with nearly 20 people coming I would like to emphasise that this is your magazine; its forward. Bearing in mind the necessity of safeguarding the welfare of success will depend on Parishioner’s contributions, and those we aim to help all volunteers have untaken Disclosure and it is not our intention that it becomes a missive from Barring Service checks. The chair from St Clement's Community the Parish Hall. It is also worthy of note that the Support team has been to talk to us and we are grateful to them for printing and distribution of this magazine is done at no giving us the benefit their experiences. It is our aim to continue to cost to the Parish and is not intended to compete with offer training and information to all volunteers on a regular basis as our regular Parish Newsletter, which will continue as we go forward to ensure that we provide the best possible service. normal. So, we are ready; the team can offer support and advice in It's difficult to believe that I was sworn in as various ways, perhaps in dealing with correspondence, transport to Connétable on 3 November last year; where has that and from the doctor or hospital appointment, or just someone to first year gone? I know the clock ticks faster as you get pop in for a cuppa and a chat. The Community Team is here to he lp. older, but… If you would like to call us for assistance or if you know of I like to think that our Parish is in good shape and someone who might welcome a helping hand all you need to do is to this is in no short measure due to our fabulous staff contact the Parish Hall, telephone 865345 and we will visit you. here at the Parish Hall and the quality and strength of I am very aware of the privilege it is to be able to serve you for the members of our Municipality. Our Honorary the next three and a half years and I aim to do my best throughout Police, led by the Chef de Police and Centeniers, that time on your behalf and will continue my regular Parish continue to do a sterling job, and as I write this, we are surgeries. I look forward to the next years with excitement as we have presently only one Constable’s Officer short of a full a very caring and busy Parish. complement. Our team again got us I wish the magazine every success and look forward to joining it through the Live weekend virtually unscathed on a long and fascinating exploration of our Parish community. and played a major part in the policing of the recent Jersey Rally, in addition to their normal duties. Anne Pryke This year has seen a small change in the Pari sh rates Deputy system, and Parishioners now have the option to pay their rates online. In 2016, it is hoped that the system will be further developed so that if you want, you can elect to complete your annual return online also. Finally one of my objectives is to improve the presentation of our Parish. I would be interested to hear from any Parishioner who has green fingers and some spare time that they might be prepared to commit to help me achieve this. It just remains for me to say, if I don't see you before, may I wish you all the very best for Christmas and hope we can all look forward to a happy and peaceful 2016. Philip Le Sueur Connétable p4 TRINITYTattler I Autumn 2015 TRINITY.qxp_Layout 1 26/10/2015 15:40 Page 6 LOCCALLLY GGROOWNWN HHEDDGINNGG We grow incredibbly high qual lity and commpetitively pr iced hedgingg stock right here in Jersey as well as impo orting quality y heddging from abroad. Laurel, Griselinia, Elaeagnus, Euo onymus and Viburnum Tinus, all readye to pla ant now. HERSE OU ABLEoor V ILAB V eed dds ) A i t s iftgift f vvices) e t Christ pping need A gr dsca e of f ourouo ser s y landsoro morm an see f reverv (see r

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COMMUNITY Trinity Battle of Flowers successes It has been a successful and action packed year for Trinity Battle of Flowers Association with 12 months of planning, fund raising, community events and float building being rewarded with four trophies. The senior float, Tequila, won best floral set piece for its amazing Mexican head while the lively show put on by the dancers and those on the float helped win the Moonlight Parade's carnival atmosphere award. An equally enthusiastic group of juniors led by Jayne Gruchy accompanied a radio controlled, leaf-covered scorpion. Themed on the Mexican Day of the Dead parade, it won its class and the wildflower prize. Success was due to the hard work of many people, especially Richard Henwood who designed both floats. The AGM was held in October and we begin all over again! Contact secretary, Anita Allchin, if you want to be involved in any way or added to the mailing list to receive updates. Telephone 725998 or email [email protected]. Also check out the Facebook page. Jersey Live in our Trinity community A stone’s throw from each other and from the Jersey Live showground, the Acorn Woodshack and Les Amis have both been involved in this year’s music festival for different reasons. Read on to find out why… Acorn Woodshack, tucked away in La Rue Asplet, is part of the Jersey Employment Trust, which is an independent charitable trust that provides specialist employment services to people with a disability and/or long-term health condition. It recycles waste timber within the Island, for reuse and recycling into furniture products. The team was tasked with creating unique items of wooden furniture that were on display and available for sale at Jersey Live. Items included benches, chairs, tables and a six-metre bar made from recycled wood, including 25 cable drums donated by JT from its fibre-optic cabling installation. Acorn celebrates its 15th anniversary this year and it’s great to see their training and employment opportunities happening right here in the heart Trinity! Nearby Acorn is ‘La Mabonnerie’, one of the Les Amis Group Homes. Les Amis is a fast-expanding organisation that grows to meet the needs of those with learning disabilities and/or associated conditions. The charity offers support to groups of people living independently and has many houses and flats in the Island, including La Mabonnerie here in Trinity. Thanks to the generosity of the Jersey Live organisers, two ladies residing at La Mabonnerie, together with their carers, were invited as guests to the festival. They had a Top: John Hill, Acorn Woodshack Manager and Dave Gomes, practical skills support worker, take a seat on one of the benches wonderful time, enjoying the music, atmosphere and wonderful burgers and hot dog s. designed and crafted for JT’s area at Jersey Live Thank you to the two Warrens for making this possible and to our Connétable for Above: Enjoying Jersey Live arranging the tickets and passes. TRINITYTattler I Autumn 2015 p 7 TRINITY.qxp_Layout 1 26/10/2015 15:40 Page 9

CHURCH news News from Trinity Parish Church Parish Church refurbishment After many years of planning, the next phase of the internal refurbishment of Trinity Parish Church got under way earlier this year. During the work and whilst excavating the floor in the aisle and crossing in preparation for the installation of under-floor heating, the workmen came across charnel (scrambled bone material). Robert Waterhouse and a team from Société Jersiaise conducted an extensive archaeological dig and recovered a few fascinating artefacts, mostly shroud pins and coins. They were also able to show the site of a minimalist glass doors make the area under the organ gallery look medieval kist grave, an earlier slab floor and evidence of early finished. Victorian under floor heating ducts, all of which were carefully A considerable debt of gratitude is owed to all who have made recorded. this long term project a reality, particularly to the Connétable and Eventually, a beautiful new granite floor was laid, and Procureurs and to the many people who have supported the work internal glass doors added at the west end of the Church. The through private donation and fundraising. If you have not had a overall affect is of a light, calm and somehow bigger space; the look inside your Parish Church in recent months to see the work, crossing area under the spire feels more spacious and the please do; the church is open daily. The Season of Remembrance in Trinity Jesus’ Christmas Party The next few years seem particularly poignant as we is coming to Trinity remember the events of the First World War and the This Christmas Eve, at 4.00pm at the RJA&HS sacrifice made by so many who responded to the call to Showground, Trinity Church invites you to join them arms, not least the many young men of this Parish. To for a special children’s service based on the acclaimed their memory, a candle burns continually in our Parish book Jesus’ Christmas Party, written by Nicholas Allan. Church from the date one hundred years on from the This is very much for children up to the age of 10 and outbreak of War in August 1914, and will do so until their families, and for 11 November 2018. those wanting to get Sadly that was not the war to end all wars, and the lives of all into the spirit of things, those from this Parish who have lost their lives in conflicts since, are commemorated both on the Lych Gate, which is our Parish come as angels, war memorial, and also on the Roll of Honour inside the Parish shepherds and kings – Church. All Parishioners are invited to attend the Remembrance or of course sheep Service on Sunday 8 November, commencing at 10.50am. and camels! Plough Sunday in Trinity Entrance will be strictly by ticket only, In early January, with the Christmas festivities over, tradition available free from has that ploughmen would bring their ploughs to the Parish Trinity Parish Hall, Church to be blessed and we remember that each year by Trinity School and the naming the second Sunday of January 'Plough Sunday'. We Christian Bookshop in the Central Market. celebrate it here in Trinity, with the help of the Young Farmers For more information visit who bring a decorated plough into the Parish Church to be trinitychurchjersey.com. Offers of help with blessed at the beginning of the agricultural year. All are this event or sponsorship, please contact Liz welcome to come and help decorate the plough and enjoy the De Gruchy on [email protected]. service that follows on Sunday 10 January at 11.00am.

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CHURCH news Refreshing times at Ebenezer Methodist Church ‘It’s so much lighter’...’The church looks bigger’...’What a wonderful welcoming and user friendly space.’ Just a few of the comments made when Ebenezer Methodist Church re-opened its doors following a major refurbishment at the beginning of this year. The pews have been replaced with chairs, new carpet laid, walls and ceilings decorated and an up-to-date AV system fitted. Family Services are held every Sunday at 10.30am, apart from the last Sunday in the month when it’s a traditional service. All are very welcome – search or request ‘Ebenezer Church Jersey’ as a friend on Facebook. Ebenezer now offers a community resource for the Parish Tots at the Crib and the wider Island. Collectively the church and hall, together with kitchen, disabled facilities and plenty of The annual ‘Tots at the parking, is a place where people can meet for conferences Crib’ short (30 minutes) and concerts, gatherings and get-togethers. Any enquiries to service where the Michael Picot [email protected] or phone Christmas story is shared 852954. is open to all and is planned for school holidays so older brothers A time to remember and sisters can join in. This year it takes place on On Sunday 1 November, a special Family Service is being Friday 18 December at arranged during which there will be the opportunity 10.30am and refreshments to remember those who are no longer with us, are served in the hall but who are still loved. The service will be led afterwards. Last year we by Rev L Singleton and takes place at had a wonderful time as 10.30am. All are very welcome. we celebrated the story of the birth of Jesus. There were angels Ebenezer will be joining the Parish feeding the donkeys, a multitude of Wise Men, a chaotic chorus of Church for the voices and the straw went everywhere! Everyone is very welcome. Remembrance Service Come and join the celebration! at the Parish Church, on 8 November. Family Carols and Candles We may not have our pews, but that’s not going to stop us from Pickles having our annual Family Carol and Candles service in the Church It’s wonderful to have a former Trinity School pupil running on 13 December. A craft activity for children will take place in the Pickles Playgroup in the Ebenezer Hall on a Friday. Amy hall at 3.30pm and the service starts at 4.00pm. Refreshments will Britton (formerly Pitman) took over the reins in September follow the service and again, a warm welcome is extended to all. and the group goes from strength to strength. Pickles is a friendly and welcoming (not for profit) weekly playgroup that Young and not-so-young runs school term times only, every Friday from 9.30 – 11.30am and there’s always plenty of parking behind the hall. coming together The aim is to provide good company, keep little ones amused, As part of our aim to explore ways of regularly connecting with our provide tea/coffee and biscuits for the grown-ups and a families in a fun way and bringing together the young and the healthy toddler snack. There is a craft activity every week and not-so-young, we’re planning a few social events after our family occasional fundraising cake sales - £116 was recently raised services. On Sunday 15 November we’re holding ‘Beans ’n’ Bingo’ for Macmillan. Search or request ‘Ebenezer Pickles Playgroup’ in the hall from 12.00pm and on Sunday 17 January, ‘Soup ’n’ as a friend on Facebook. Cinema’. Further details on our Facebook page.

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NEWS Parishioner to represent Jersey at Commonwealth Youth Parliament Jersey's representative at the Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia, from November 1 to 5 will be 21-year-old Ralph Spencer-Tucker, the son of Trinity residents, Geoffrey and Alison Spencer-Tucker. A former Victoria College pupil, Ralph recently graduated from Oxford University with a degree in law. He is currently working in Jersey for the Bedell Cristin Jersey Partnership, but plans to head to London next year to take on a job as a The Youth Parliament is an annual event, held in a different trainee solicitor. Commonwealth country each year. Proceedings mirror a normal Ralph was selected from a short list of applicants after parliament, such as debates, question time and committee work and being interviewed by Deputy Kevin Lewis, Connétable Len formal parliamentary practice adapted from several Commonwealth Norman and Michael de la Haye, the of the States countries is followed. There will also be talks from other young and Honorary Secretary of the Commonwealth Parliamentary members of parliament from across the Commonwealth and a chance Association. They considered he would make an excellent to question them. ambassador for the Island as well as an eloquent speaker. ‘I am particularly looking forward to getting to know more about ‘I decided to apply as I thought that it sounded an their countries, cultural backgrounds and parliamentary systems,’ said exciting opportunity, particularly as I have never been out of Ralph. ‘I also have a strong interest in the different legal systems and Europe before,’ said Ralph. ‘I was asked for my thoughts on practices of Commonwealth countries and hope that through meeting the Commonwealth and the role that it has to play in the other participants I will be able to enrich my knowledge of the subject 21st century, as well as what I thought were the big political area.’ issues facing Jersey going forward.’ Congratulations Ralph and we look forward to hearing all about it!

The ’Smart Kids, Smart Energy’ competition is part of an Parish school takes part in initiative called ECO Schools November Energy Month. The challenge taken on by the children was to design inventions ‘Smart Energy’ competition that can run on sustainable electricity. It was open to all Key Stage 2 pupils, with 13 Island schools deciding to take part. Pupils from Trinity School are among over 600 children At the beginning of October, the winners of six categories who took part in a competition run by Jersey Electricity. were announced: · Ethan Fryer, St Martin, My Smart Electric House · Poppy-Anne Elcock, Trinity, My Smart Electric Garden · Patrick Filleul, St Clement, My Smart Electric Car · Rebecca Arthur, JCG Prep, My Smart Electric Robot · Bryna McGee, St Mary, My Smart Electric School · Jaimee Lincoln, St George’s, My Smart Electric Invention Top & right: The overall winner was eventually chosen by a public vote on Hard at work on competition Facebook. There is no doubt, however, that all the finalists entries and everyone who took part deserve the highest praise. Look out for the category winning entry from Trinity School pupil Poppy-Anne Elcock elsewhere in the magazine.

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SCHOOL news A fond farewell to a great head teacher Written by Trinity School Council (students from Years 2-6) Trinity School’s head teacher, Mrs Turner, will be greatly missed as she moves to a new adventure at . Sixteen years ago, she started teaching in Reception and her passion and dedication to learning led her to the position of head teacher. Mrs Turner told us that after a lot of thinking, and with mixed feelings, she decided to take the opportunity to be head teacher in a larger school and face new challenges.

Mrs Turner will miss everyone at Trinity, including the all enjoyed working with her and students, staff, parents and the wider community.‘ She said, that she made their jobs more

I am so lucky to be here at Trinity. Even when I move it interesting.

will have a special place in my heart. Mrs Turner has introduced lots ‘ ‘

We asked some of the children what they like about Mrs of different events and initiatives

Turner. They said: into school life. We really enjoy learning detectives, She gives us‘ nice certificates and makes us feel special. school council, anti-bullying ambassadors, digital leaders and are

‘I love her smiley face and sharing my work with her at proud to have achieved the Eco School’s green flag amongst other book bingo. awards.

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The school she is going to is the luckiest in the world.’ We wish Mrs Turner the best of luck at her new school and hope ‘She makes our learning and education amazing and‘ lots that she is able to visit us often. We look forward to seeing her again of fun. and hearing about her new school. She is very generous and is always ready to listen. ‘We know that the students and parents will miss Mrs Good luck Mrs Turner – we will miss you. Turner greatly and the teachers informed us that they have from JCG visited us in assembly Trinity School starts the to demonstrate some super science! This included giving the term with a bang! teachers an electric shock! At the end of assembly, the By Jessica Palfreyman and Charlie Rowland pupils went round different (Year 6 Trinity Primary School) classes all day, with each On 3 September 2015, Trinity School started their teacher performing a different new term with an explosion of science! scientific The first week back for the children of Trinity experiment or School after the summer holidays was a Science investigation. These Week, making marvellous movies and spectacular included making solutions. Each class had a different focus. chemical reactions, Year 6 went to Durrell Zoo to create a Deadly invisible ink, testing Durrell episode, based on the show Deadly 60. water resistance and Other topics studied were forces, states of matter, eating scones. What light, animals and materials. a fantastic way to On the Friday, at the end of science week, all the start the new term! pupils and staff dressed up as scientists. There were All the pupils loved the Wright Brothers, Einsteins and many more mad it and Trinity and marvellous scientists filling the school. The day definitely out did started off BIG - a biology teacher and two students itself!

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ASSOCIATIONS Trinity Trinity Honorary Police Bowls Club You will all be no doubt aware of how hectic it has been in the The Trinity Bowls Club is based on the top Parish over the last few months with the many events taking place at floor of the Trinity Youth Centre and the RJA&HS, including Jersey Live, plus the hill climbs, Jersey Rally provides an opportunity for members to take and many functions at the Youth Centre and the Parish Hall. It’s part in a friendly game of indoor bowls and a very much part of the Trinity Honorary Police’s responsibility to wide range of competitions, which range make sure that the safety of our Parishioners and visitors remains at from singles to team events. the forefront of the officers’ minds. This is a good way to meet other club members and improve your Nowadays this Parish is busy and we are often reminded of a statement made game. The season of by one of our well known Centeniers in an open meeting, who said, ‘very competitions, entry for which is little goes on in Trinity!’ It is unlikely this would be said today! optional, runs from September We are so fortunate in Trinity to have a consistently strong Honorary to May. Members and their team as new officers replace those who have served their term of office. The friends also enjoy a wide range of Parish owes its gratitude to four officers who have collectively given nearly 50 social events throughout the year. years’ service to the Parish, but due to business and family commitments will The club was formed in April 1994 and the two be standing down this autumn. A big thank you to Centenier Len du Feu, founder members were the former Trinity Parish Vingtenier George de Sousa and Constable Officers Denis Therezien and Connétable, Len Picot, and former Trinity Parish Rosemary Parker, who will all be sorely missed. Centenier, John Stebbings. Some of the original This has meant that we have had to recruit and, in true Tr inity tradition, members are still involved. Recently an afternoon we welcome the following officers to our ranks: Ian Dulake, John Howell, reception was held to celebrate the contribution of Matt Vautier and John Vautier who have all recently taken up their positions. Bernie Vautier (and his wife Marlene) to the club’s We’re also pleased to see some officers who have been promoted: Alan development. Bernie was an original member of the Blair and Steve Gallichan to Vingtenier and Sue Jones to Centenier. committee and was the Chairman from 2000 until The Parish was further delighted that nine officers, past and present, 2015. received their Queen's Medal award for long service and good conduct from New members are very welcome - please contact the Lieutenant Governor at a recent ceremony at Government House. Our the Club Secretary, Norman Cabot on 861413 or congratulations to them and indeed to all our officers who serve our Parish [email protected]. All equipment can be so well. supplied and coaching is available for beginners.

Left: Our new Centenier, Sue Jones, with colleagues at her Swearing-in Below: Trinity Officers who received the Queen's medal award for long service and good conduct

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ASSOCIATIONS Trinity Twinning Association Our French friends from Agon-Coutainville visited us for the day on Saturday 12 September 2015 (One year we go to them for a weekend visit in May and they return for a day-trip in September - we then alternate each year). This year is the 10th Anniversary of the Twinning or Jumelage. We collected the group of 23 from the harbour at 10.30am, and took them up to Pallot’s Steam Museum where the Autumn Steam Fayre was in full swing. Having tasted a Jersey Wonder (Mervelle) still warm from W the hot oil, we all wandered around soaking up the atmosphere and seeing the sights, and of course renewing old friendships with the group. An absolute must was the ride around the field on the old steam train, an experience taking us all back to our youth, such evocative smells Top: Sitting down to a magnificent tea especially going through the tunnel. Above: No quarter given on the petanque terrain After a few enjoyable hours we moved up to the Parish Hall and afternoon tea with a fabulous selection of homemade enjoyed a buffet picnic lunch prepared by all our members, an cakes to round off the visit. absolutely stunning display of tasty dishes. The wine and conversation Returning our friends to the harbour in time for the flowed and a great time was had by all. journey home, perhaps a little more tired than they had arrived, but certainly not hungry. Then down to the serious part of the day: a friendly game of petanque at Le Grand Clos. Joining the association is £5 per person, £10 per Five French doubles teams versus five of our finest toiled under the couple / family group with children under-16. The French afternoon sun, no quarter given or expected. All the teams played three have a number of families with youngsters wishing to join games against different opponents, and Trinity had a convincing 10-5 but we obviously need to have similar families to join us. win, with John Gallichan and Paul Liddiard having a plus-15 aggregate So anyone interested or needing more information, taking the best players prize. please contact David Le Gresley (chairman) on 865608 or Back to the Parish Hall where our ladies had laid on a magnificent [email protected].

Trinity Below: Tea, cakes and sandwiches for all Left: The Beefeaters WI at Buckingham Palace arriving before Royal Party Bottom: View from tea tent This year’s centenary of the WI in England and Wales was celebrated with a garden party for seven thousand members at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday 4 June. The party hosted by The Duchess of Cornwall, accompanied by Sophie, Countess of Wessex, and The Duchess of Gloucester, all of whom are members of WI. BAGATELLE PARADE Twenty-two members travelled from Jersey, among them our B very own Trinity contingent, including the President of Trinity WI, Debbie Baudains, Maureen de Gruchy, Jenny Totty and Rosemary Benest. The event - a most memorable occasion to those attending - 10:00AM – 3:00PM was held in The Palace gardens and included tea, cakes and T 9:00AM – 5:00PM sandwiches served from a variety of marquees. The entertainment W 9:00AM – 7. was provided by Beefeaters and the Royal Marines Band. 9:00AM – 7. The Jersey members, along with seven thousand others, also 9:00AM – 5.00PM attended the AGM at the Royal Albert Hall, at which The Queen S was guest of honour, accompanied by Princess Anne and The CLOSED Countess of Wessex. The Queen, who is herself a member of Sandringham WI, spoke of her pride in the WI and after presenting trophies and various awards, accepted a cake made by members of that institute. TRINITYTattler I Autumn 2015 p15 TRINITY.qxp_Layout 1 26/10/2015 15:41 Page 17

FEATURE Treading lightly Wartime Commando raid in Trinity

By late June 1940, the outlook for Britain could not have been bleaker. Its army had been bundled from the Continent. France, broken and humiliated, had capitulated leaving Germany poised to swoop on the . And a rampant Luftwaffe was straining to hurl itself into battle against the RAF’s ‘Few’. Yet even at this desperate hour, Britain’s new Prime Minister was thinking about how to strike back. Churchill ordered the formation of specially trained ‘Commando’ units, to raid the coasts of occupied Europe. One such raid took place in Trinity, as author and historian Ian Ronayne recalls, with tragic consequences. In 1781, Baron De Rullecourt chose Christmas as the time the Casquets offshore reef and its German-held lighthouse. There to invade Jersey. His reasoning – correct as it turned out – had been plans to raid Jersey as well, but none had gone ahead – to was that it would catch the Island’s defenders off guard, with date. Operation Hardtack 28 – the raid’s code name - planned for their minds focused more on festivities than fortifications. the night of 25/26 December 1943 would be the first. Over a century and half later, another group of soldiers When considering possible locations for a night time landing would choose Christmas as their moment to land as well, in Jersey, the attention of the raid’s planners had been drawn to although by 1943 who was attacking and who was defending Petit Port, on the Island’s forbidding north coast. Remote, sec luded Jersey had turned completely on its head. and accessible by a small boat, the tiny bay lies at the bottom of a The German occupation of Jersey, which began in July narrow valley leading up between towering cliffs on either side. The 1940, ended over 700 years of more or less continuous planners’ hope was that such an isolated spot would be unguarded, British rule. The fact that such a long and proud legacy had or at least only lightly covered. been surrendered so meekly irked Winston Churchill from Taking part in Hardtack 28 would be just nine men, include the very start. Cut off from his ‘dear Channel Islands’, he four Free-French Commandos, part of a joint Allied unit. In fretted over what exactly was taking place in Jersey and command was Captain Philip Ayton, the 22-year-old son of Guernsey. How many Germans were there? What were they Sydney and Elsie Ayton from Eastbourne in Sussex. His orders getting up to? And why weren’t the local authorities doing were to gather intelligence about the Germans in Jersey, their more to resist the invaders? Understandably, therefore, numbers, strength and defences. Returning with an enemy prisoner shortly after issuing his famous Commando order, the would be a real bonus, as would gaining an insight into how attention of the newly formed ‘special forces’ was turned Image: The Commandos’ role was raiding the occupied coasts of Europe towards the Channel Islands. Top: A painting of Captain Philip Ayton Prior to December 1943, there had been five Below left: Ayton (third from left) Commando raids in the Channel while in training Islands, one on Guernsey, one on Below: The Germans had sown mines Sark, one on Herm, one on all along the Burhou and one targeting North Coast

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Below: La Geonniere today – the raiders questions as best he could. Yes, he would see the Germans from were sent away by its owner time to time, on patrol or with a working party, but they mostly Below left: Captain Ayton’s nephew who stayed in a strongpoint at nearby Les Platons. Sorry, he really joined the Petit Port Service in 2014 had no idea how many enemy there were in Jersey – perhaps a thousand? And no, he was not aware of any resistance movement, only plenty of resentment towards the occupiers. Unable to really help with information, John and his brother agreed to lead the men to Les Platons and its strongpoint. There, Islanders and Commandos parted (although France would later honour the Le Bretons for their deeds that night). After sizing up the defences, however, which included more mines, Ayton Islanders were resisting the occupying decided it was too risky and by now too late to assault the forces. It was a tall order for such a fortification. In what must have been a somewhat dejected small party with only limited time mood, the men set off back to Petit Port and a scheduled ashore and in a location as remote as rendezvous with their boat. They had failed to encounter any Trinity’s north coast. Nevertheless, Germans, been shooed off by one Islander and met two others Ayton and his men were determined to who were not really able to provide any significant information. achieve their objectives after landing on Surely nothing else could go wrong. Petit Port beach at 22.45 on Christmas Arriving at Petit Port, however, it was quickly evident that night 1943. something else was wrong. There was no sign of the small tender The hope for a low level of defence supposed to carry the Commandos back to a warship waiting at Petit Port proved well founded. The offshore. Perhaps it had mistakenly gone to an inlet further Commandos investigated two small along the coast? Setting off in the direction of Bonne Nuit, huts, apparently used by fishermen but Captain Ayton led the party forward, sporadically flashing now deserted, and discovered no sign of any Germans. Perhaps torches to try and attract the navy’s attention. the enemy had not bothered with this part of the coast? But If there was a warning sign for the minefield, then everyone pressing stealthily on up the valley, the reason for an absence of missed it. After crawling under what he presumed was a cattle defenders became chillingly clear. A fence blocked their way, with fence, Ayton stepped forward and then disappeared as an signposts along it declaring ‘Achtung – Minen’. They had been explosion erupted from the ground. The mine threw him over a walking through a minefield. Rather than waste concrete and cliff edge, where the men found their captain suspended in steel on such a remote spot, the Germans had turned to these brambles. He was alive, but badly wounded. Certain that an most feared weapons, sprinkling mines liberally throughout the enemy patrol would come to investigate the noise, the area. increasingly anxious group carried Ayton back to Petit Port. After escaping the minefield, Ayton and his men inspected a Their hopes rose after more frantic torch flashing finally nearby cluster of buildings making up Egypt Farm, but found received a response from out at sea. To everyone’s relief the them abandoned and partly ruined. Another nearby sign revealed tender returned to collect them. At 05.20 on 26 December that this was a military zone – civilians strictly forbidden. 1943, the Commandos departed Jersey. Operation Hardtack 28 Pressing on, they crept towards a suspected German strongpoint was over. on the high ground west of the valley. It was indeed a German Philip Ayton survived the journey back to Dartmouth. bunker, a coastal observation post surrounded by trenches. Yet it Sadly, the injuries were too severe for his young body to sustain was vacant too, while the trenches looked abandoned. Where and he died soon after arriving in England. His death and the were the enemy? raid he led were ultimately just tiny pinpricks in the great Aware that time was slipping away, Ayton decided to press on picture of the Second World War, barely decipherable alongside a little further inland, to visit nearby dwellings in the hope of so many other losses and momentous events. And yet Ayton and finding somebody who could at least provide them with his Christmas raiders are certainly not forgotten. information. The first, a farm called La Geonniere, was quiet and in darkness. Knocking on the door, they managed to bring its It has become a Trinity tradition each occupant to an upstairs window. She was resolute, however, year to remember and honour Captain unwilling to say anything and directing the Commandos to Philip Ayton close to the spot where he another nearby farm instead, called Le Champ du Chemin, home and his men came ashore that Christmas of the Le Breton family. Day night in 1943, and remember a Matters there did not start off any more smoothly. The shock young captain whose fateful steps in of finding a group of armed men with blackened faces knocking Jersey were the last he would take. You on his door after midnight rendered Hedley Le Breton speechless, are invited to attend a short service at Petit Port at 11.00am on Friday 6 November, and left the Commandos even more frustrated. It was only when and then to retire to the Parish Hall for refreshments. 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ASSOCIATIONS Trinity Youth Football Programme Trinity Football Club achieved national recognition through the FA Charter Standard scheme in 2013. This scheme highlights best practice within clubs including a written constitution, qualified coaches, codes of conduct, safeguarding children policies and a complaints procedure to ensure the club has high standards in terms of their operations, organisation and coaching. The club’s goal (no pun intended!) is to develop a youth football programme with teams at all age levels and a constant progression of young players from early school age until they can move onto senior football. In the summer of encouraging all levels of talent and ability. Any youngsters interested 2013, the Trinity Minis (ages 6-10 years) were established with in playing, or parents interested in becoming involved in youth a team of school Year 5 boys. The Development and Junior coaching, should get in touch with Club Secretary, Mark Harris, on Section is for ages 11 – 18 years. 07797 849532, email [email protected], or pop up to one The club is offering young people of all ages the chance to of the training sessions at the Riley Field (the Dell) on a Sunday play football in a safe, friendly and fun environment whilst morning. Jersey Young Farmers Club

The Jersey Young Farmers Club, nestled in Rue de Bechet, is the place for farming chat and social events! This year’s calendar began in September, with the Annual Breezing competition held at the large field beside Le Catelet, St John.

Breaking tradition, the competition was opened up to both current and past members. Over the years, the Young Farmers have heard words like, ‘back in my day the competition was much tougher’ or ‘these young boys nowadays don’t know how easy they have it with their four wheel drive’. Opening up the competition provided the opportunity to find out which era produced the best breezer! With the sun beaming down, the 12 breezers all had their own half a vergée plot to breeze with no time limit. Judges Simon Cousins and Mike Labey judged each plot based on a variety of factors including straightness and depth. Whilst it was very close with half a point in it, the best Young Farmer and overall winner was Jack Luce, whilst the best past member to beat off the competition was John Vautier. During October, the club undertook the process of producing their first batch of black butter. Apples were picked and peeled and at 4.00am on Saturday 17 October, the fire was lit. Over 400 jars of genuine black butter were filled on the Sunday morning and have been selling fast! There are still some RJA&HS on Saturday 27 August 2016. jars left if you would like to try some. If you’re interested in contacting the club for any reason The club’s Christmas dinner is on Saturday 19 December, (including the black butter!), please feel free to e-mail their infamous concert takes the stage in late February/early [email protected] or call Alexander on March 2016 and the 70th annual dinner will be held at the 07797 795534. TRINITYTattler I Autumn 2015 p19 TRINITY.qxp_Layout 1 26/10/2015 15:42 Page 21

COMMUNITY Trinity Trinity ‘3 1’ Club treasures (Senior citizens)in Our very friendly Trinity ‘3 in 1’ club meets at Trinity Farming represents the heart and soul of Jersey… and Parish Hall on the first Thursday of every month from Trinity is very much at the heart of Jersey farming. As 2.30 to 4.30pm and currently has 50 members. major new efforts are made to revitalise the Island’s traditional industry, it is remarkable to note how many of It is self-funded and run by a small committee who organise its important centres are located in the Parish. afternoon tea, bring and buy stalls, raffles and a variety of entertainment and interesting speakers. Members also enjoy an But let’s first take a step back and consider the role of farming in annual summer coach drive with lunch at St Brelade’s Bay the Island over the course of history and some of the changes that Hotel, a Tennerfest lunch, a BBQ in the garden of the have taken place in more recent years. president’s home and a Christmas lunch with a visit from Orchards of apple trees were planted, possibly in the mid to Santa. A warm welcome is extended to all Parishioners over 60 late 1500s, and cider produced, first for the family and then as - for more information call Maureen on 861298. the industry grew for export to England. In the 18th century, a quarter of available land was covered with orchards and the Rev Philip Falle referred to Jersey as ‘a sea of cyder’. In the 19th century, the cider trade fell away and cattle and potatoes became prominent and by the end of that century the tonnage of early potatoes exported was 54,000 tons, roughly double what it was in 2013. The onset of the 20th century saw a further change with the growing of tomatoes. By 1910, 6,000 tons were exported. The Jersey cow developed as a result of a ban on live imports of cattle in 1789. The restriction was initially introduced to prevent a collapse in the export price. The United Kingdom RJA&HS Summer levied no import duty on cattle imported from Jersey. Cattle were being shipped from France to Jersey and then being shipped Flower & Produce Show onward to England to circumvent the tariff on French cattle. The increase in the supply of cattle, sometimes of inferior quality, was The RJA&HS Summer Flower and Produce Show bringing the price down and damaging the reputation of Jersey took place on 22 & 23 August 2015. cattle. The import ban stabilised the price and enabled a more scientifically controlled programme of breeding to be undertaken. The Show saw a vast number of entries (409 entries from 56 Nowadays, there are some five thousand head of in people) across a wide range of classes for flowers and vegetables. the Island of which three thousand are ‘in milk’, calving all year The roses unfortunately suffered at the mercy of the weather, round to ensure regular supply of milk to the dairy. All except meaning that there weren’t as many entries in these classes as in one of the 26 dairy farmers supply their milk to the farmer previous years. However, there were lots more vegetables entered owned co-operative Jersey Dairy. this year and the top prize was won for a Basket of Vegetables, Over the years, of course, Jersey’s farming industry has put together by Steve evolved and adapted. Although the total land area devoted to Vibert. agriculture has remained approximately the same for the last 45 The cake classes are years (around 30-35,000 vergées) the agricultural labour force has always popular and dropped from over 6,200 in 1969 to just over 1,600 today, this Show was no reflecting increased efficiency and better control over costs. Total exception, with a new exports of farm crops today are worth £42 million, a tidy sum, class for an Afternoon but a much smaller share of our Island’s income than they were in Tea Selection. All the 1969 (when they were £8 million). Jersey hasn’t exported cakes were auctioned significant quantities of tomatoes since 2009, for . But all off for After Breast things must and do change, mostly for the better. Cancer Support As one of the parishes with the largest amount of land under Group Jersey and cultivation, it is only natural that Trinity continues to play a around £170 was prominent role in that area. For example, it is the location of a raised. major ‘hub’ of farming activity, housing the Royal Jersey p20 TRINITYTattler I Autumn 2015 TRINITY.qxp_Layout 1 26/10/2015 15:42 Page 22

COMMUNITY Agricultural and Horticultural Society’s quality line of products for the export market, including, most headquarters, the Jersey Dairy and Howard Davis recently, China. Farm, home of the Environment Department, all In November 1927, T.B. Davis, the well-known sailor and adjacent to each other in the north of the Parish. philanthropist, purchased Parkfield Farm, a house, farm The RJA&HS was formed in 1833, ‘to create a spirit of buildings and 40 vergées of land at the top of Trinity Hill, and industry and emulation, to offer premiums for the improvement donated it to the States of Jersey on the understanding that it of agriculture, breeding of cattle, improved domestic economy, should be used, ‘as an experimental centre for the development cleanliness and comfort in cottages and also for the and study of agriculture and for the instruction of this science of encouragement of industry and good behaviour among servants young and other interested parties’. Parkfield Farm and labourers in the employment of members of subscribers of is now Howard Davis Farm and is the headquarters of the States’ the Society.’ Its patron today is HM The Queen, in succession to Environment Department. every sovereign since King William IV in 1834. In more recent times Trinity entrepreneurs continue to Although the RJA&HS does valuable work in the promotion contribute to the sustainability and diversity of the Island’s of horticulture it is best known for its work in connection with farming economy. One example is Woodside Farms, a Genuine the modern dairy industry. It is the RJA&H S which is primarily Jersey member and a business in the hands of the same family responsible for the management of the Jersey breed in the Island. since 1887, has begun a bold new venture to ensure that the It maintains the Jersey ‘herd book’, a crucial work of record and production and sale of locally grown farm produce can continue. reference, in which the pedigrees of all Jersey cows, bulls and It received States’ funding to part-finance the acquisition of a heifers is recorded. business that was in difficulties and is now producing fresh The RJA&HS also plays host to the headquarters of the produce regularly for two of the Island’s main supermarket World Jersey Cattle Bureau, which promotes the breed and seeks groups. to keep Jersey breeders around the world in touch wi th each On a smaller scale, Trinity plays host to Acorn Enterprises, a other and with the latest developments regarding the breed. It major supplier of summer bedding plants with, in addition, an also facilitates youth travel and education in relation to the award-winning hanging basket service and a creative new wood breed. recycling operation - the Woodshack - that takes old timber and In September 2000 the RJA&HS moved to fine new creates new furniture. In the south of the Parish is premises in Trinity where right alongside is the new (2010) Rondel’s Farm Shop, the very model of a Jersey Dairy. modern farm shop. Jersey Dairy processes approximately 13 million litres of milk Trinity can be proud of its role in per annum and supplies the Island’s need for 9 million litres of Island farming, both in the past and fresh milk. It also processes a range of products including butter, looking into the future. cream, yoghurt and ice cream. They are developing a premium

Top left: Apples and cider once dominated Jersey’s countryside Above:The became the dominant crop by the end of the 19 century Below: Jersey cows are famous the world over

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The main attraction for my age group is the dance tent, however the main stage has its Jersey Live own attractions with The Vaccines headlining this year on Saturday night and Rudimental finishing up on Sunday. through the eyes of Although this year’s line-up appeared a little lacklustre, the atmosphere alone is something worth experiencing and the festival guarantees a 15-year-old a fantastic weekend of fun! By Gaia Ridley On Saturday, we arrived at around 5.00pm, which was a good time as the atmosphere was In the run up to Jersey Live 2015, I had a mixture building. The queues to enter weren’t too long so we avoided long waiting times. Walking around the showground, you could see a of excitement and anticipation. For many under range of stands and attractions for people not just interested in the the age of 18, Jersey Live is the first and only music, fairground rides, for example, plenty of food stalls and even a festival they may have attended so there’s often a walk-in mole clinic. There was plenty of time to grab some food and large appeal and it is a big topic of conversation meet up with other friends. We decided to move into the dance tent first as Shift K3y was throughout the summer! due to play at 6.00pm. Even for early on in the night, the whole tent was electric and everyone was dancing and enjoying the buzz of the crowd. After Shift K3y was Blonde, another incredible act which came a close second. Towards the end of Blonde, I did decide to head to the main stage to see what Years and Years were like as I love their music. Although amazing to see the band live, I have to admit I was slightly disappointed by their set. I found the music to be rather underwhelming and even a little quiet. The final main stage act of the night was The Vaccines. I am not a diehard Vaccines fan, but they were amazing. They really got the crowd buzzing and even if you didn't know the song or the words you were still able to appreciate the music. Their finale song was ‘If You Wanna’ and if you don’t know it, I would Google it and have a listen because then you might get a sense of how stunning it is to witness live. Everyone was singing along and jumping up and down and right at the very end, red confetti was released and fell like coloured rain over the audience. It was a great end to day one. Day two started earlier, which turned out to be a significant waste of time! At 3.00pm there is a lack of people, atmosphere and excitement. I wasn’t keen on any of the main stage acts and of course the dance tent doesn't fill up until later. Although there are other parts of the festival, like Par 4 and the JT stage, for my age group these aren’t really the main attraction. However time soon passed, the festival came to life and in the dance tent Claptone was playing, followed by Route 94 later in the evening. I have to say I was still slightly disappointed with both, possibly due to the fact that Blonde and Shift K3y had impressed me so much the previous day! All was not lost though as everyone was waiting for Rudimental to end the festival with a bang. The whole band was up there and they brought over singers Will Heard and Anne-Marie, recently featured on their track, Rumour Mill, and the whole crowd loved it. Many people had climbed on to other’s shoulders and were swaying and singing. At one point it was as if the audience was almost as loud as the band itself. They really impressed me and interacted with the crowd. All in all, it couldn’t have been a better weekend and it was a fantastic end to the summer. Roll on next year!

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La Mares) built Bouley Bay Meet Le Trinn’tais: Harbour. What is your favourite Parish memory? MichaelVAUTIER Taking part in the Trinity WI concerts with Leonard Picot Michael Vautier may not have lived in our Parish all his and Tony Keogh and having life, but he certainly has Trinity ‘at his heart’. With the so much fun! best part of 40 years’ service in the Parish Honorary What’s the biggest Police, he is a staunch and active supporter of Trinity change you’ve seen in Above: Michael in the garden at Ville Battle of Flowers and the Twinning Committee (being the Island over the years? Machon in the early ’90s their first chairman). He was also a Sunday school The demise of the farming community. I miss the sounds and smells of the countryside time past, which I remember so vividly, for teacher at Ebenezer Methodist Chapel between 1961 example, the sound of horse-drawn carts clanking down the road. and 1976. Who stands out as a memorable Parish personality Married to Nancy for 54 years, they have been jointly working as (past or present) and why? part of a team from the Channel Islands Family History Society John Le Sueur Gallichan, the former Connétable. John was a for the past 35 years, transcribing and indexing the Jersey Census progressive Connétable and introduced a number of initiatives records from 1841 – 1911. Their deep interest in family history during his tenure, e.g. the Parish Twinning with Agon-Coutainville. and genealogy has led them also to help create indices of the Both he and Doreen served the Parish admirably. records of births, marriages and deaths of our Parish Churches from the 1600s to 1842, when Parish Registrars were appointed. Where’s your favourite spot in the Parish? Jerriais is still Michael’s first language. He belonged to the The garden we created at Ville Machon. It’s tucked away at the Congrès des Parlers Normands, an association to preserve and bottom of a valley and is so peaceful - only the sound of the birds and promote Jèrriais, which assisted in the production of a Jèrriais gurgle of water from the ponds break the silence. dictionary. Along with Don Filleul, Michael was instrumental in Which Islander (past or present) would you like to creating the north coast cliff paths that so many of us enjoy chat to over dinner? Sir Alexander Coutanche, the Bailiff during the Occupation. He was today. We caught up with him at his home on the Trinity side of a friend of my grandfather and told wonderful stories. Rozel to ask some questions. How long have you lived in the Parish? If you could change one thing on the Island, what 63 years – we moved to Ville Machon on La Route des Côte du Nord would that be? in 1952. The developments at the Waterfront, which I don’t feel are in keeping What’s the best thing about living in Trinity? with the Island’s architecture and tradition. The community spirit and the Can you describe our Parish in three words? landscape. Still largely unspoilt. Left: Michael and Nancy What’s been the best helping out at the Battle of day of your life so far? Flowers this year The day we were married. The service took place at St Ouen’s Methodist Chapel, which was built by Philip Amy (Michael’s great-great grandfather) whose wife’s family (the De

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'They can live entirely on the ground floor if necessary and use the second floor New homes for over 55s bedroom for a carer, ' he said. The spare bedroom is also ideal for visiting guests completed at Le Grand Clos and grandchildren staying over. There is also the possibility of using the study as a The second phase of housing at Le Grand Clos is now complete providing bedroom and the ground floor bedroom as five spacious, semi-detached homes for the over 55s. a dining room. Mr Le Sueur paid tribute to the Named Maison Gallichan after recently the that it was good to be able to assist with contractors saying that they had been very retired Connétable, John Gallichan, they are the finance for the development, with the easy to deal with and had caused no an extension of the social housing provided partnership a ‘win-win’ for everyone as the disruption to the daily life of the by the bungalows at Maison Cabot on the Parish was saving by not having to pay occupants of the existing 25 first-time opposite side of Rue ès Picots. arrangement fees with banks and the buyer homes. 'They contained themselves Designed by George de Sousa of Page Treasury was obtaining a good return on a well in the site area and it is very Architects, the homes are two-storey with short term investment. commendable that we didn't have a single dormers and are set back from the road. All Mitchell Building Contractors, who complaint.' have an identical layout with two bedrooms, have acted as main contractor, handed over One of the new residents is Philippa a study, two bathrooms and a large living the keys of the development to the Parish Bertram who left the house at Les Platons room with an integral kitchen. on 21 September, enabling those allocated that she occupied for over 51 years. With They also have an enclosed garden and a homes to move in. the loss of her husband just over three paved area for parking. To keep service bills Connétable Philip Le Sueur explained years ago and both her sons having moved down, energy efficiency has been a key that the aim was to provide life-long on, she found it lonely especially in the consideration with high standards of homes for people with Trinity connections. evenings and during the winter months. 'I insulation, double glazed windows, LED Although those eligible for the new felt it was time to move. I wanted to take lighting and Economy 20 tariff electricity for properties have to be over 55, he said that advantage of the community atmosphere heating which is under-floor at ground level. the intention was to house Islanders in at Le Grand Clos.' This includes next-door A £1.5 million Parish project, funding their years of retirement who no longer neighbours from a similar age group as has been met with an investment loan from had children living with them. 'They are well as residents of the first time buyer the States Treasury. Rental from the homes not designed to be family homes,' he said. homes. 'It's a lovely house,' she added.' will generate income to pay interest. 'We expect the average age of residents will ‘There's nothing missing. There's even At the breaking-ground ceremony in probably be in the 70s.' an outside tap for watering the garden and January, Treasury Minister Mr Le Sueur added that residents a washing line. I feel I am going to be very Alan Maclean, said could choose to have their master bedroom happy here.' on either the first floor or the ground floor The last phase of development at Le if they were experiencing Grand Clos will be the construction of 14 problems with mobility. more first-time buyer homes. It is planned to start work on these next year.

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EVENTS Durrelldelights Historic plaque honours former Right: Lee Durrell with the plaque honouring resident of Les Augrès Manor. Daniel Dumaresq A Governor's Walk was held in Trinity in August, organised by the Parish and 'Variety'. The walk was one of 12 events of this kind that His Excellency and Lady McColl attends (one in each parish), and it began in 1996. On completion of the walks, the Chairman of the Comité des Connétables presents the fully inscribed ‘three pot’ copper Jersey Milking Can to his Excellency and Lady McColl. As part of the 'historic plaque scheme’, which was recently A busy time this Christmas re-introduced by Variety and as an additional element of the Governor’s Walks, a plaque was unveiled by Lee Durrell during There’s lots going on at Durrell leading up to Christmas a light supper in Trinity Parish Hall following the walk, to honour and Santa’s Grotto will be based in the gift shop. Daniel Dumaresq MA, DD, FRS who had lived at the family On Wednesday 16 December, a Members’ Evening will be residence of Les Augrès Manor, the headquarters of the Durrell held with talks from Lee Durrell and Maddy Rusman on Wildlife Park. conservation work happening in Madagascar. After, in the gift Born in 1712, Dumaresq was a Fellow of Exeter College at shop, there will be late night Christmas shopping for all Oxford and took up the post of curate of Merton near Oxford. He members who attend. later became a chaplain to an English factory in St Petersburg where During the weekend of 19/20 December there will be t he he lived for 17 years, becoming fluent in the Russian language. After Durrell Christmas Event. On Saturday, ‘Animal Enrichment’ in returning to England he was recalled by the Empress Catherine to the form of mini-Christmas trees will take place at the gorilla, assist her in introducing a primary and secondary education system in orang-utan and bear enclosures from 10.00am. On Sunday Russia. He also helped King Stanislav re-organise education in Poland night, school choirs will perform in the Visitor Centre. for which he received a watch, which is now in the collection of the Café Firefly has a new Christmas menu. Last year it was Jersey Museum. inspired by ‘A Christmas Carol’. 2015 will have a new Back in England he became an adviser to King George III who theme, so do go and check it out! thought him, 'one of the most worthy men in my domain'. Prime Minister Pitt wanted him to become a bishop, but Dumaresq declined preferring to take up less exalted roles. Daniel Dumaresq died Glamping glory in 1805 just seven days after the Battle Durrell is extremely pleased to of Trafalgar and it’s great to honour have been awarded the highest his achievements and links with AA rating for its glamping the Parish after all these years. facility, originally set up in 2012 in the heart of Durrell Wildlife Park. The inspector praised the facility and commented Right and main: that it is one of the best glamping sites he has ever Award winning ‘glamping’ at Durrells inspected. The camp is open from early March until the end of October and more information can be found at www.durrell.org/camp.

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PARISH information Parishdiary Where November 6 Remembrance Service at Petit Port - 11.00am is it? 7 Coffee morning at the Parish Hall in aid of the Poppy Appeal - 10.00am to 12.00pm 8 Remembrance Service at Parish Church - 10.50am 15 All ages ' Beans ’n' Bingo' in Hall at Ebenezer - 12.00pm 23 Durrell UK Members’ Lecture held at the Royal Institute, Don Anderton VICARD POINT London The area surrounding this sign has now reverted to coastal scrub and grassland but was once the site of a 28 Christmas Craft and Gifts Fair Trinity Battle of in aid of four-bedroomed dwelling house situated in a secluded spot Flowers at Parish Hall with magnificent views across Bouley Bay towards the French 29 Advent Carols at the Parish Church - 6.00pm coast. The site was donated to the National Trust for Jersey by December the late Brigadier William Anderton but is best remembered 6 Christingle Family Service at the Parish Church - 11.00am as being, for a time in the ’50s or ’60s, the home of Father Christmas arrives at Trinity Parish Hall - 2.30pm Oscar-winning Hollywood screenwriter, William Rose. Rose, an American, fought on the side of Finland when the Soviets at Ebenezer - 3.00pm WI Carol Service invaded in 1939 and ended the war as a lieutenant colonel. 13 Family Carols and Candles at Ebenezer - 4.00pm He was a close friend of Katherine Hepburn and it is (children to meet in the hall at 3.30pm for craft activity) rumoured that the film star stayed at the property on more 16 Durrell Members’ evening with talks on conservation work in than one occasion, but there is no proof that this was the Madagascar - Christmas shopping in the gift shop afterwards case. The final remnants, a concrete foundation, were removed 17 Trinity School Carol Service at Ebenezer - 1.30pm in 2009 and now wild orchids thrive there in the early 18 Tots at the Crib at Ebenezer followed by refreshments - 10.30am summer. 19 Young Farmers Club Christmas Dinner 19 & 20 Durrell Christmas ‘animal enrichment’ event, with mini Christmas trees at the Orangutan, Gorilla and Bear enclosures - from 10.00am 20 Parents and Tots at the Crib at Parish Church - 9.30am Trinity Tattler is published by MediaMasters, PO Box 133, Family Carols and Reflections at Parish Church - 11.00am St Helier, Jersey, JE4 9QX Festival of Nine Lessons & Carols by Candlelight at Parish www.mediamasters.je Church - 6.00pm Editorial contact: E: [email protected] 20 School choirs will perform in the Durrell visitor centre - evening 24 Trinity Church Children’s Service - Jesus’ Christmas Party - at Advertising contact: George Farley T: (01534) 866956 the RJ&HS - 4.00pm E: [email protected] Midnight Mass at Parish Church - 11.30pm 25 Christmas Communion at Parish Church - 8.30am Other contact: Martyn Farley: T: (01534) 866956 Nativity Service and Holy Communion at Parish Church - E: [email protected]. 11.00am Copyright notice: 2015©MediaMasters. The entire content of this magazine is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this magazine may be reproduced, stored in a 31 Trinity Battle of Flowers New Years' Eve Party at the Parish Hall retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise with prior written consent of the copyright owner. January Reprint details: Reprints of articles can be obtained by contacting the publishers. 10 Plough Sunday at Parish Church - 11.00am Disclaimer: While MediaMasters and their contributors to the Trinity Tattler have provided the information contained in this magazine in good faith, they accept no responsibility, 15 Deputy's Surgery at the Parish Hall - 10.00am to 12.00pm financial or otherwise, for any action taken by any other party as a result of the information 17 All Ages Soup ‘n’ Cinema in Hall at Ebenezer - 12.00pm provided. Independent and appropriate advice should always be sought on such matters. The views expressed written in this magazine are those of the authors and do not necessarily 30 RJA&HS Tabletop Sale & Poultry Show represent the views of MediaMasters. MediaMasters accept no responsibility for errors or omissions that may occur. p30 TRINITYTattler I Autumn 2015 TRINITY.qxp_Layout 1 26/10/2015 15:43 Page 32 Merrrryy Christmas!

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