Issue 31 - March 16 scorTon & DisTricT Times

In this Issue:

 Queen’s 90th Birthday Beacon

 Feast date

 Curlew cycling

 Carol singers thanks

 Abbey Care Village news

 Gig on the Green Thursday 21st April date  Scorton.com Come and celebrate the

 H&R Carers Queen’s 90th Birthday on the

 Police info green. Beacon will be lit  Allotment available between 7pm & 8.30pm but  Feast AGM final timings will be issued  Tea Room opens early March by Bruno Peek  Roadwork’s (Pageant master). website Lighting of the beacon times  Youth project will be posted on  Parish Council Scorton.com and on the  Clubs and noticeboards in the village. Societies Scorton Feast 2016

21st - 24th August

Curlew Sociable Cycling

So you want to improve your physical and mental wellbeing in 2016? Curlew Cycling could be just the group for you. We meet monthly, mostly on the last Saturday of each month from different towns or villages in Hambleton and , for a 10.00am start. We are a friendly group who always welcome new people and never leave anyone behind. The rides are never competitive and always sociable, sometimes it seems we do more laughing than pedalling. However, it is hoped that people will get fitter and more confident to travel further as they spend time with us.

If you would like to join us or would like more information, please e mail John Yorke, rides coordinator at [email protected] or telephone evenings, on 07795 097985.

Curlew Rides Schedule for 2016

26th March Catterick Village 30th April Middleton Tyas 28th to 29th May Kirby Fleetman 25th June Gilling West 30th July Appleton Wiske 27th August East Cowton 24th September Scorton 29th October 26th November Catterick Village 17th December Brompton on Swale Thank you to all who gave so generously to the Scorton Carol singers - we raised £210 for Cumbria Flood Appeal. Well done to all the fabulous Carol singers.

Abbey Care Village news

Abbey Care Home are aiming to buy an ipad for residents to use to talk (and see) their families in far away places. Donations of Raffle prizes are very welcome and a monthly raffle is displayed and tickets available to buy in main reception. Gig on the Green 16th July 2016 has been updated please take a look and get your club or business online.

Hambleton and Richmondshire Carers Centre has moved.

After 12 years on High Street Hambleton and Richmondshire Carers Centre has moved. The charitable organisation has relocated to larger, newer premises that are better suited for meeting the needs of carers. The new address is 2 Omega Business Village (off Thurston Road) DL6 2NJ. However, as has always been the case, support workers are more than happy to meet with carers at home.

‘People who are looking after others do not always see themselves as carers’.

The small friendly team at the Carers Centre provide free and confidential support to those people who are caring for a friend or relative. They can help on a range of issues, from one off enquiries such as: how to apply for a Blue Badge, to more complex benefits advice and longer term emotional support for the carer. They support all carers from age 5 to 95 years of age, irrespective of where the person they are caring for lives. If you think you or someone you know might benefit from the service more information is available on the website www.hrcarers.org.uk or by calling 01607 780872. Police Surgery dates

26th March 2016 12th May 2016 30th July 2016 17th September 2016 19th November 2016

I will be in Scorton at 10:45am on each of these dates and will be located at the village shop.

Although crime in general has been low over Richmondshire, the area is still being targeted for shed and garage burglaries in the rural areas. Please can residents make sure that regular checks are conducted with their outbuildings and keep property secure at all times when unoccupied.

There has also been a number of vehicles stolen from areas within Richmondshire due to keys being easily accessed through letterboxes. Please can you keep all vehicle keys in a safe place and out of view when they are not in use.

If you have any issues regarding crime prevention please contact PCSO 3565 Jordan Wallace for any information or advice on 101 or [email protected]”

Kind Regards

PCSO Jordan Wallace Collar Number 3565 Richmond Safer Neighbourhood Team North Police

Small allotment available at The Havens, Scorton Please contact Gary Hudson at Richmondshire District Council on 01748 829100 Scorton Feast AGM Thursday 17th March 8pm Scorton War Memorial Institute

It’s that time again to start organising the best four days of the year but we need help and support to continue. So if you can help in any way from the Kiddies teas to the Flower show or you may just want to join in the fun and help with the many activities. Please come along to the AGM or let someone on the committee know you can help out. We look forward to seeing you.

Lol Campbell Chairperson

Community Tea Room reopens Tuesday 1st March

Roadwork's website

To set up alerts for road works which may affect your daily life go to http://www.northyorks.gov.uk/article/30550/Public-notices

NYCC are looking for your help to improve road closure communications. All feedback is appreciated to ensure the tool is as accurate and useful as possible. Feedback can be logged using the link above.

Many thanks, Amy Ellis Highways Customer Communications Officer Catterick Village Youth Project New members welcome

Catterick Village Youth Project runs on a Thursday night 6:30- 8:30pm at Catterick Village Sports Pavilion. We welcome a small group of young people who are able to spend time with their friends in a fun and safe environment. Activities include those such as pool, games, ping pong, cooking, arts and craft and themed nights depending on the time of year. We recently had a Harry Potter evening jam packed with games and competitions in their set houses and we ended the half term with a Chinese New Year themed evening with party food and games. We break over the half term and return on Thursday 25th February. The first night back we will be discussing projects with the club and also where to go on a trip. Two projects we have in mind are a dance/drama project and a grow your own vegetable patch, as St Mary’s Church has kindly offered us a patch in their garden to develop on. Please come down to join in the fun, meet new people and develop new skills. You will be welcomed with open arms and will soon feel at home!

For more information please contact: Vicky Noble 07791 567298

Scorton Parish Council

Councillors: Jenny Harper (Chairman), Linda Hull (Vice Chair), Helen Allan, Keith Partington, David Rafelt, Ian Robinson, Ian Threlfall

Clerk: Vicki Raven Ash House, Southside, Scorton, DL10 6DN 01748 811433 [email protected]

The Parish Council meets in the War Memorial Institute on last Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm, everyone is welcome. Details of local Clubs, Societies and Church Services

Archery Practice on the Archery field next to Beck Green on Wednesday 7.00pm – 8.30pm & Sunday 2.00pm – 4.00pm www.scortonarchers.co.uk Beavers/Cubs/Scouts/ Young Leaders Scorton War Memorial Institute/Brompton Sports Hall Contact: Joe (Group Scout Leader) email: [email protected] phone: 07779 286620 Catterick Village Youth Project Catterick Village Sport Pavilion Thursday 6.30 - 8.30pm Contact Vicky Noble 07791567298 Crafty Ladies 1st & 3rd Thursday in month 1.30pm - 4pm Scorton Institute Any craft welcome. Contact Sheila 01748 818332 or Lisa 07771 524122 Domino Drive Every 3rd Tuesday in the month Scorton War Memorial Institute Contact: Ian Threlfall 01748 811323 2MCs' Club for 5 - 8 & 8 to 11-Yr olds on Monday 3.45pm (term-time only) at Scorton Methodist Chapel. Contact: Mrs A Heywood 01748 810850 or Mrs B Robinson 01748 811294 Farmers Arms Bookclub Reading club on last Wednesday of the month 7.30 - 9pm in the Farmers Arms. Contact: Laura 01748 812533 Footpath And Bridleway Walks Round Scorton Monthly guided walks Contact: Jenny Harper 01748 818033 Mums and Tots Scorton Institute Thursday 9.30 –11.30am Contact: Scorton Village Pre-School 01748 812825 Short Mat Bowling Club Every Thursday. Scorton Institute Contact: Martin Carter 01748 812091 SABLE Rides Monthly bike rides from Scorton Contact: John Yorke 07795 097985 or [email protected] Scorton Methodist Chapel Worship Service every Sunday 10.30. Knit & Natter alternate Tuesdays 1.30 - 3pm Bible Study Group alternate Tuesdays 1.30pm Contact: Angela Heywood 01748 810850 St Mary’s Parish Church From 2nd November: Service Sunday 9.30am. 1st Sunday Open2All alternate months at St Marys & St Pauls. Check village noticeboard or ring Freda 01748 811926 Women’s Institute 1st Wednesday in month 8pm Scorton Institute Contact: Catherine 01748 810824 Young Farmers Hackforth Village Hall every Tuesday 7.30 12 –26yrs Contact: Alex Chapman 0776278411 If you would like your local club or society to be added please contact Vicki on 01748 811433/[email protected]