A Newsletter for Wolds Valley Residents ISSUE 86 ● NOVEMBER 2012

Final copy date 18th November for the AnA View update from from Cllr Janet Sanderson House December issue to:- Trevor Thomson Whether as individuals or businesses, over the last 15 years or so we have become Gypsey Cottage, Main Road, , increasingly dependent upon the internet. The speed at which data can be up or downloaded YO17 8EY can be critical (especially for business) and, to that end, those of us in rural communities have Telephone: 01944 738804 fallen markedly behind our urban cousins. Put simply lack of high speed broadband (‘hsbb’) is Email: [email protected] a barrier to growth and investment. (DISCLAIMER: Any correspondence/articles To their credit, both the District and County Councils have been working hard to take advantage printed in the Warbler are entirely the of a central government initiative to deliver hsbb to rural areas. This was to be (and may still responsibility of the contributor) be) achieved using satellite or wireless technology and delivered by independent internet service providers (‘ISPs’). Encouragingly, several months ago, the Wolds was selected as the priority area for hsbb delivery and work should have by now commenced.

However, in recent weeks, the matter has become a little complicated. British Telecom have now got involved with a ‘fibre to the cabinet’ (as opposed to wireless/satellite) scheme which is earmarked for rural market towns. It is not certain how far this scheme will extend out into the countryside. Frustratingly, this has led to a pause as the competing providers wait to find out. At both the District and County Councils, both Janet & I will continue to keep up the pressure on this project. In the meantime, and if you haven’t done so already, please ‘log on’ to http://www.northyorks.gov.uk/broadbandsurvey so we can let the powers that be know how important hsbb is to us.

As before, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] regarding any issue that falls within the District Council’s control.

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Weaverthorpe Village Hall Sunday 4th November, 7.00 pm

Tickets: Adult £8.50, Child £6.00 Weaverthorpe Village Hall presents “If the River was Including a FREE tot of whiskey or soft drink Whiskey”, a searing mix of folk & blues music accompanying the story of Willy O’Connell & his love affair with whiskey. Box Office: This six piece band will take you on a “thrilling and heart 01944 738617 / 01944 738804 / 01944 738761 pounding journey”. Or buy tickets from The Star Inn The bar will be available - enjoy the evening with a wee dram in hand. Main Street, Weaverthorpe, YO17 8HA Don’t forget the Villages Website (http://luttonsandweaverthorpe.ryedaleconnect.org.uk) The website is building up a directory of local businesses. If you are within a 10 mile radius and would like to advertise your business, please get in touch – [email protected] The Wolds Valley Warbler provides a means of communication between the communities of: Wharram-Le-Street, Duggleby, Kirby Grindalythe, West Lutton, , , Weaverthorpe, Butterwick and Foxholes. With grateful thanks to L.H.Sleightholme Ltd, Helperthorpe, for paper and photocopying facilities, and Vellco Tyre Control for additional sponsorship. The Taizé Community Services for the Month of November Everything began in 1940 when, at the age of twenty-five, Brother Roger left Switzerland, the country where he was born, to go and live in France, the country his mother came from. Anglican Churches When the Second World War began, he had 2nd Nov 18.30 All Souls Service at St Mary’s West Lutton the conviction that he should come to the assistance of people devastated by the 4th Nov 09.00 Holy Communion at St Andrew’s Weaverthorpe destruction and forced to leave their towns 10.30 Holy Communion at St Mary’s West Lutton and villages. The small village of Taizé, where he settled, was quite close to the demarcation 10.30 Harvest Service at St Mary’s Wharram line dividing France in two: it was well situated 11th Nov Remembrance Sunday for sheltering refugees fleeing the war. Friends from Lyon started giving the address 10.00 Service at St Andrew’s Weaverthorpe and 10.50 at the of Taizé to people in need of a place of safety. War Memorial Today, the Taizé Community is made up of over a hundred brothers, Catholics and from 18th Nov 09.00 Holy Communion at St Mary’s West Lutton various Protestant backgrounds, coming from 10.30 Holy Communion at St Mary’s Wharram around thirty nations. By its very existence, 17.00 Taizé Service at St Andrew’s Weaverthorpe the community is a “parable of community” that wants its life to be a sign of reconciliation 25th Nov 09.00 Holy Communion at St Andrew’s Kirby Grindalythe between divided Christians and between 10.30 Family Service at St. Peter’s Helperthorpe separated peoples. Over the years, young adults have been Baptisms, Weddings, Funerals and other enquiries coming to Taizé great numbers; they come should be directed to the Rev Andy Bowden on from every continent to take part in weekly 01944 738814 or email [email protected] meetings. When we called in one evening For parishioners, your first point of call on all church related matters there were over 5,000 people in their church service and we amongst the oldest there, should be your churchwarden. most were in their late teens and twenties. In fact it is three times each day, when Wolds Valley Methodist Church, Weaverthorpe everything stops on the hill of Taizé: the work, (Serving the whole Wolds Valley) the Bible studies, the small-group discussions. The bells call everyone to the church for 4th Nov 15.00 Holy Communion led by Rev. Elizabeth Clark prayer. Hundreds, sometimes thousands of young adults from many different countries 11th Nov 15.00 Worship led by Mrs Rosie Coles across the world pray and sing with the brothers of the community. Short songs sung 18th Nov 15.00 United Service with Rev. Andy Bowden and Rev. over and over again that, in a few words, Elizabeth Clark express a basic reality, quickly grasped by the mind. Then the Bible is read in several 28th Oct 15.00 Worship led by Mr. Michael Bursell languages. At the center of every prayer All services are followed by a cup of tea or coffee and a chat about local life. service, a long moment of silence offers an irreplaceable opportunity to encounter God. Coffee Mornings If you would like to experience something of Coffee mornings continue every Monday (except Bank Holidays) from 10.00 music and prayers that come from this special until 11.30 Taizé Community then come along to St. Andrew’s Church, Weaverthorpe on Sunday Baptisms, funerals or other enquiries should be addressed to: 18th November 2012 at 5 pm. Rev Elizabeth Clark — Tel: 01944 710757 Rev. Andy Bowden

CHILDREN’S FUNDAY CLUB WEAVERTHORPE CHURCHYARD Weaverthorpe Funday Club will meet on Sunday The team from Basics Plus 4th November at 4 pm (St. have been busy cutting the HARVEST SERVICE Mary's West Lutton), when we churchyard once again. Chris Thank you to everyone will be looking at 'Joseph' and his Howe keeps it tidy throughout who joined Weaverthorpe extremely colourful coat! Do the year, not forgetting School for the harvest come along and help us to make Andrew and Graham festival, it was lovely to the coat with lots of McKinley who are to be share this special service refreshments to follow. For our December session we praised for their efforts for with so many families & friends. We received the churchyard extension some lovely gifts which we were able to share will be joining the Christingle service at Weaverthorpe with the local community. church. We do hope to see you there and if you need a looking so well tended. A big thank you to all of you! Thanks lift please see the Vicar or ring Ann on 738718. All Sally(Admin) children welcome. Elsie Williamson and the PCC Weaverthorpe Christmas Fayre St Leonard & St Mary's RC Church, Malton WEAVERTHORPE Saturday 24th November 6-8 pm Masses at St Leonard & St Mary's take place at the weekend CHURCH at 6.30 pm on Saturdays and 9.30 pm on Sundays The Ladies will be arranging Come and visit Santa in his grotto and various other services are held throughout the week. flowers in Elsie Williamson will be doing the Priest is Father Tim Bywater while Mrs Sue Westmacott is St Andrews Church on church raffle and would the pastoral assistant. Saturday 10th like donations please. If Address: Church Hill, Malton, YO17 7EJ. tel/fax: 01653 November from you have anything suitable 692128 2.30 pm. email: [email protected] Everyone welcome you can contact Elsie via 2 to help the Warbler. WOLDS VALLEY Zumba® is an The Star Inn Weaverthorpe exhilarating, YOUTH effective, easy- Quiz night Would like to invite to-follow, Latin- Sunday 25th November you to a World War II- inspired, calorie- burning dance fitness-party™ that’s moving (last Sunday of every month) themed tea dance millions of people toward joy and health. at 8.30 pm. £1 a person Friday 9th November 5-7 pm 2 for £12 on selected pizzas Weaverthorpe Village Hall. Come join the fun at Money raised going to local charities Weaverthorpe Village Hall Bullseye challenge, (everyone who enters There will be 40’s music and every refreshments. Wednesday 6.30 — 7.30 pm. the quiz gets a free go at the bull, if Dressing up is optional. successful they win a free pizza) Admission £2 The cost is £4.00 per session. The winners Come along and show the youngsters of the quiz For further details or to book your session receive a free how it used to be! contact Gill on 738287. main course Line Dancing WEAVERTHORPE Sunday lunch Weaverthorpe Village Hall OPEN GARDENS 2013 for 4 adults. 1st Thursday of the month 8 pm — 10 pm I know it seems a long way off, but as Also now running; Pie night every Tuesday Admission £4.00 we’re coming to the end of the gardening year and many of us are £6.95 pies & peas; a selection of There is a faith supper and a raffle starting to plan for next year I thought homemade pies. for which any contributions it was a good time to also start Pizza night every Thursday night 2 for thinking about the Open Gardens. will be most welcome. £12 on selected pizzas Both nights a *NOTE* There will be only be one session per month until further notice We have had the previous two events on the last raffle for local charities with a prize draw Sunday of June and that worked well, so the every month. Contact 01944 738651. obvious date for 2013 seems to be 30th June. I’ll arrange a get together early in the New Year so we Will & Ali can agree the date and hopefully come up with Countrywomen’s some ideas to make it a bit different to previous Association years. Weaverthorpe Branch Helperthorpe Re the gardens themselves I have the offer of a HELPERTHORPE CHRISTMAS WINE Our October meeting was held couple of new gardens but more will be welcome; large or small, pretty flowers or vegetables, TASTING EVENT on Tuesday 9th. This month we manicured lawns or works in progress – variety is * were give a talk on bats by the key. WITH ROBERTS & SPEIGHT OF BEVERLEY Leslie Helliwell. Leslie didn’t just talk about the bats; she Any questions don’t hesitate to ring or e-mail or FRIDAY 23rd NOVEMBER 2012 – 7PM – ST actually brought some with her, knock on the door. PETER’S CHURCH HELPERTHORPE including a pipistrelle and a long eared bat. * Penny House Includes expert knowledge, wine for They were very cute - although not all the Boltby Cottage (opposite the Methodist Chapel car tasting and nibbles to compliment the ladies thought so and had been rescued by park) wine and an ideal opportunity to order Leslie. Our next meeting will be held on 01944 738841 your Christmas & New Year wine Tuesday 13th November and is going to have [email protected] (delivered to your local doorstep) a surprise speaker. December’s meeting, * which to many of us means the start of MACMILLAN COFFEE MORNING TICKETS £10.00 PER PERSON Christmas, will be our annual cookery I would like to thank everyone who supported * demonstration by Sheila Meadley. You are the coffee morning, we raised £792. FOR TICKET SALES contact either Thank you to everyone your came, donated and Roger & Pauline Bannister (01944 738494) most welcome to come along. gifted items either for the cake stall or raffle. Vicki Rowland - Chairwoman or Tony & Kayti Boorman (01944 738213) Hope everyone enjoyed themselves and hope to * 01944 738465 see you all again on the last Friday of September “WIN A CASE OF WINE” 2013. raffle tickets £1.00 each Friends of St Thank you * Anne Vasey Andrews ALL PROCEEDS TO ST PETERS CHURCH **************** HELPERTHORPE Weaverthorpe Thank you Anne Vasey for hosting yet again a Invite you to join us for wonderful fundraiser. Last year I had only lived Luttons lunch in Weaverthorpe Village Hall on in the village two weeks Sunday November 11th after the when I came to your The History Wardrobe Remembrance service. coffee morning. Although I present knew no-one it wasn't long before folks were A Fascinating insight into the Edwardian Age The AGM of the Friends of St Andrews chatting to me, making me feel most welcome to through your lovely home and the village. Fashion & the story of Weaverthorpe will be held at 7.30 pm on RMS TITANIC Thursday 22nd November 2012 in You and your trusty band of helpers put in so much hard work to make it all work, and your Thursday 8th November Weaverthorpe Village Hall. All are welcome Raffle has to be the best ever held in the village. to attend. Well done Anne and thank you again. I am already looking forward to next years. WEAVERTHORPE Trish Lake Remembrance Service The Wolds Valley Benefice Remembrance Weaverthorpe Village Hall Service will be held at St. Andrews Church, The Village Hall AGM will be held on Weaverthorpe at 10.00 am on Sunday 11th November. This will be followed by the laying Thursday 13th December at 7.30 pm. of the Poppy Wreath at the War Memorial at All are welcome to attend. Weaverthorpe 10.45 am where, during a Village Hall short service, a two-minute Boarding at 7 pm Tickets: £10.00 silence will be observed at Limited Berths 11.00 am. All are welcome to Tel Caroline: 01944 738828 Rachel: attend either or both of these 01944 738520 services. 3 Saturday 9th February Footpath improvements between 2013, West and East Lutton 19.30 - Till very late Wharram le Street FUNERAL OF POPULAR VILLAGER We are sure that everyone in the valley will have 1940's Night at the Three The funeral of Barry Smith was held at St noticed the work that is taking place as a start of Tuns West Lutton Mary's Wharram on Monday 15th October. the footpath improvements along the valley. The Barry, who was 71, had lived with Ann in the works have caused great concern that the To raise funds for the amount of money being spent there will exhaust Yorkshire Air Ambulance village for over 30 years. Over that period he helped so many people with his skills in DIY, the original budget and there will be nothing left to continue the planned works along the valley to Tickets are priced at £8.00 this includes your garden maintenance and many other odd jobbing tasks. A truly genuine, reliable and Butterwick. supper and entertainment. There will also be a John Wane of Luttons Parish Council wrote to sing a long and the words will be provided! modest man he will be much missed as David Howe, Corporate Director in July, was witnessed by the many friends and expressing concern, and the Clerk of The dress code is 1940's which can be anything relations who both attended the service at the Weaverthorpe Parish Council followed that up from serving personal of the forces, to the Land church and the wake at The Middleton Arms with a letter in early August. Army or factory workers or anything else you can afterwards. As well as Ann he leaves his son As a result of that correspondence, the Clerks come up with. Mark and his daughter Kerry and their from Luttons and Weaverthorpe Parish Councils respective families. Rest In Peace. WE ARE LIMITED TO 100 PEOPLE SO met with Richard Marr, Head of Highways, Area PLEASE PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS IN 4, at the site of the works at East Lutton, on 22nd ADVANCE FROM THE THREE TUNS WEST August 2012. The explanation of the raised LUTTON Foxholes footway there is because every time NYCC came TELEPHONE 01944 738200 to survey that section it was under water, so they Foxholes Village Hall decided to elevate it. The finished work will see St Mary’s Church Coffee Morning the verges built up to the height of the new level Luttons Ambo Sunday 18th of the footway. The PCC would like to sincerely thank Mr and November between The Parish Council representatives raised the Mrs Joe Lacy for organising the sponsored walk 10 am and 12 noon points that as the footway has been raised then in September, along with those who walked, the road will flood, and there is concern that all sponsored and helped. The excellent sum of In aid of the Royal the money is being spent to the detriment of the £530 was raised for church funds. British Legion’s Blast rest of the valley. St Mary’s Carol Service Injury Research NYCC are putting gullies into the road where the This will be held on Appeal. works are being carried out to ensure that the FRIDAY 7th December at 6.00 p.m. surface water drains into the Gypsy Race which Everyone is most welcome to join us for this is on the south side of the road at that location. traditional carol service with The Wolds Valley General News An assurance was given by Mr Marr that the Voices (choir), followed by hot drinks, mince pies footway work to the rest of the valley will follow and cakes. Raffle etc on, once that work is finished. That work will consist of cutting back the grass where it has Luttons Community grown over the footway and making good the Primary School asphalt surface. The Parish Council We are holding an open afternoon for prospective Christmas Fayre representatives highlighted some particularly families. If you are interested in coming to look difficult areas such as the crossing immediately round our small and friendly school with a view to Saturday 1st east of Helperthorpe, flooding at the junction selecting Luttons as your child's school come December adjacent to Dotterel Farm entrance, the along on Tuesday 18th November 2012 between Rillington Village Hall. disintegration of the path between East Lutton 1 and 3 pm. Refreshments will be available along 10 am-12 noon and Helperthorpe, and the absence of a path with a chance to speak to children, staff and Lots of stalls and partway from Weaverthorpe to Butterwick. Mr some members of the Governing Body. Father Christmas will Marr undertook to look at these areas personally Vanessa Whitehouse be visiting too! and assured the representatives that remedial Acting Head Teacher action would be taken. ***************** The work being carried out is by NYCC’s A Partylite party is going to be held on Friday 23rd contractor and is on fixed price, so even though November at Lutton School Hall from 6.30 pm. it has taken a long time, the price to the NYCC We are raising money for the school plus the will not rise. Occupational Therapy department for new equipment for disabled children. WOLDS VALLEY VOICES Andy Macdonald For details ring Vicki on 01944 738469 Come along to our Clerk to Luttons and Helperthorpe Parish Council LUTTONS BONFIRE NIGHT Continental Evening 5th November 2012 Sample cheese, wine, Jeff House beers, breads and desserts Clerk to Weaverthorpe Parish Council The traditional Bonfire Night from around Europe. A celebration will be held, as usual, raffle and entertainment by kind permission of Andrew also to be had on the night. Thornton on his field which is Christmas Fair situated off Back Lane, West Saturday 17th November in aid of Barton le Willows Playgroup. Lutton. At Weaverthorpe Village Hall Charity no. 1032536 The fire will be lit at 18.30 From 7.30 pm followed by hot food and soup Saturday 17th November then a fireworks display. from 10 ‘till 3 Entry costs £5 each and includes your 1st Everybody is welcome, not just the residents of Barton-le-Willows Village Hall West Lutton. drink and the food. To reserve your place This event is free of charge and is now self- contact Lizzie Satchell on 738808 or email Cards - Books financing. A donations bucket will be passed [email protected] Crafts - Cakes around at the end. The proceeds of this will help Raffle - Refreshments fund next years event. News from Wolds Valley Voices Choir email: [email protected] During the safety discussions with the Police, the Great news we have recruited a pianist for issue of parking was raised. This is a popular the choir! Piano teacher Rob Dawson from tel: 07919 543661 event and if you can walk to Back Lane please do Hunmanby has been coming along to our so. If you have to drive please park away from the Dalby Dash last few choir sessions. It has brought a venue if at all possible. 11th November. Should you wish to continue the festivities whole new experience and enabled us to afterwards there will be a raffle with excellent learn pieces quickly. If you would like to Take part in a 10 km race to raise prizes at the Three Tuns, West Lutton. come along and join us, please do. We money for charity. See www. Any enquiries, please telephone Tom on 01944 meet Wednesday evenings at dalbydash.com for further details 738239 or Charlotte at the Three Tuns on Weaverthorpe Hall, 8-9:30 pm. Entry is £2 01944 738200. a session. and registration. No entries on the 4 Thankyou for your continued support. day. Forest entrance charge applies.