CAERWENT, CRICK, LLANFAIR DISCOED, ST BRIDES NETHERWENT Volume 43 Issue 3 March 2019
Caerwent Playing Fields Association March 2019
February saw our first valentine children’s disco which was great fun and Al’s disco kept the children enter- tained!
With spring on the horizon and the hope of some warm- er weather we are hoping to fund a new piece of play ground equipment with money raised from some of the past events... watch this space!!
CPFA and CJFC will be holding a joint fundraiser to add to the changing room refurbishment pot on Saturday March 30th. Last years race night was full of fun and a great night for all of the family. We are hoping to do a children’s Easter Bingo session in April where the children can join with some bingo and win Easter treats. Details will be in next months newsletter.
Don’t forget to save the date for the village show on Saturday 17th August!!
As always Thankyou for your support to the village hall events .
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The commi ee is always looking for helpers for these events so if you are interested in ge ng involved please get in touch! We are always looking for new ideas and you can give as li le as a few hours a month. We wouldn’t be able to run the events without helpers.
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What’s on at Caerwent Village Hall
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Morning Fitmuma 10am -11am Junior Football Club
Afternoon Parish Taekwondo Lines Coffee 5pm — Fitness Morning 5.45pm Class 11am -1pm 5:45 - 6:45 8th Mar & 22 Mar
Evening Short Family Fun Football Weight Slimming Green Church Friday 1st Club Race watchers World Love & Mar & 5th Bowls Night 6pm -8pm 4.15 — Light Apr 6pm 9.15pm 6:45 —9:30 7pm — 30th Mar 10pm 6pm
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Following our announcement last month of the We understand that at last work is to start on resignation of Glyn Cousins as the councillor Caerwent House. A new tarpaulin has been in- for Dinham ward the formal process for finding stalled and work to stabilise and secure the a replacement was started. The was no formal property is due to start within weeks. call for an election so the council are able to co -opt anyone interested in taking up the position. Finally, the Council’s planned improvements to As with previous vacancies if more than one the war memorial are due to start next month. candidate expresses and interest in the posi- The cenotaph will be professionally cleaned, tion we will undertake an interview process to the inscribed names will be repainted and the fill the vacant position. If you are interested or lantern restored. The stone slabs around the you know someone who might be, please con- monument will be replaced and the railing re- tact the clerk as soon as possible to express tained and painted. your interest. Further details of the role will be M4780 PLANNING provided on request. 2 Manor Farm, St Brides Netherwent At our March meeting we received a presenta- Redesign of the extension granted under appli- tion form MCC representatives from the Com- cation DC/2007/01159 munity & Partnership Development Team in This Council recommends Approval relation to Loneliness and Social Isolation. The team are currently undertaking a process of mapping what provisions are available county 2019/00075 Civic Amenity Site, Fives Lanes wide and require local councils to help in this Addition of two extensions to existing waste by providing details of groups and organisa- transfer building to facilitate tions in their areas where individuals can attend the storage of separately collected materials and interaction in a variety of interests. It was from household collections. raised that infrequent or lack of rural transport Development of two covered bays in waste was seen as a big drawback to lonely or isolat- ed individuals engaging in pre -existing groups transfer area for tipping and or organisations. storage of glass and plasterboard. The council have agreed to investigate the pro- This Council recommends Approval vision of a further defibrillator for the village which it is anticipated will be located at the Vil- lage hall. The community have been extremely 2019/00103 Blackthorn House, Burton Vil- fortunate to have been successful in 3 previous las, Caerwent bids for this equipment which are located at the Coach & Horses pub, Woodland Tavern and Alterations and Extension Caerwent Community Centre. Training in the use of the most recently installed unit at the This application had been withdrawn. Community Centre is ongoing and an evening event has been arranged for those unable to Kevin Evans make daytime training. This will be held on Chair Thursday 11 April 2019 starting at 7pm at the [email protected] Community Centre. Laraine McKeon
Previously mentioned in this newsletter was the Clerk ongoing activities to try and build up a commu- [email protected] nity litter picking group. These activities are progressing and the group are hopefully look- ing for a Spring launch. Councillor Harris is co- ordinating the arrangements for this and Coun- cil agreed to fund the insurance cover for this activity going forward. If you are interested in getting involved with this group please email Councillor Harris [email protected] Shirenewton Primary News
“Learning Together, Achieving for Life
"Dysgu Gyda'n Gilydd, Cyflawni am Oes"
March 2019
PUPIL COMMITTEES CARDIFF MUSEUM Pupil voice is very strong in our school with eight pupil committees in total made up of two pupils per class from Year 1 to Year 6! They in- clude School Council, Eco Committee, Healthy Schools, Criw Cymraeg, Digital Leaders, Commu- nity Ambassadors, Prefects and the Pupil Lead- ership Team! In the January meeting of our Governing Body two of these committees, Healthy Schools and Eco, attended and present- ed their projects from the last year. They all spoke eloquently and confidently and were justi- All three Foundation Phase classes enjoyed fiably very proud of all their achievements ... their visit to Cardiff Museum to look at the Tim Peake exhibition. They saw the actual space craft that he came back down to earth in and the parachute that slowed the spacecraft down! They had their photograph taken in a real space suit and enjoyed several activities including creating their own spacecrafts from Lego. Alt- hough not related to their current "Space" top- ic, while at the museum they obviously couldn't resist looking at the dinosaur exhibits too! YEAR 6 RESIDENTIAL TRIP S.A.R.A LIFEBOAT VISIT To conclude last term's topic about "People who help us" Reception, Year 1 and Year 2 pupils learned all about the amazing work of the S.A.R.A life boat crew who bought one of their lifeboats to school and all their equipment for the children to use!
Year 6 had the time of their lives last week when they spent three days at Gilwern ... caving, canoeing, climbing, team building and geocaching on the Blorenge in the snow! Their behaviour was exemplary and they made memories that will last forever!
CRIW CYMRAEG MASTERCLASS Criw Cymraeg have led two masterclasses so far this term teaching support staff useful Welsh phrases in answer to the questions "Sut mae'r tywydd?" and "Beth wyt ti eisiau?"
Bendigedig blant! Morgan and Maddox Our deepest condolences to the families and friends of Mr Lee Morgan and Mr Lyndon Maddox who have sadly passed away since our last newsletter. Out thoughts are with you all at this saddest of times
We have been asked to raise awareness of this bus service for resident of Caerwent wishing to travel between the village and Caldicot.
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www.rogiet.monmouthshire.sch.uk Acting Headteacher: Mr. R. Clewer . February/Chwefror 2019 What a great start we’ve had to 2019! We’ve got lots of exciting projects happening in school as well as various visits and visitors and we’ll be getting ready for both our school Eisteddfod and World Book day next month too. Year 2 has just started a project called Lead Creative Schools’ and the pupils are enjoying working with a professional storyteller, writer and actor called Phillip Michelle. We are looking forward to seeing the chil- dren performing their own stories in April! Year 6 are spending each Thursday morning with members of Mon- mouthshire Youth Service working on a Transition project, studying matters that are important for their wellbeing. They are also running an exciting enterprise project, which will include ‘Flash Sale Fridays’ to raise funds for a school trip! There are new topics for each class too, including Spanish dancing and art in Year 1. During our Spring Term, each class will hold their own assembly to share with parents, and other family members, the things that they have been learning throughout the term. Dates and times for each class assembly will be available on the full school newsletter. We look forward to welcoming Mums, Dads, Nannies, Granddads and other special family and friends to share the children’s assemblies to hear what they’re up to. Mrs Claire Rosato, Acting Deputy Headteacher
Our Year 5 and 6 Jun- ior Road Safety Offic- ers have been busy planning their latest campaign ‘Belt Up!’ with Monmouthshire’s We enjoyed a whole school assembly Road Safety Officer focussing on rail safety and electrifica- Geraint Roberts. tion presented by Network Rail
The school has been given the opportunity to take part in a project that will run jointly between schools and Gwent Police Operation Encompass is the reporting to schools, prior to the start of the next school day, when a child or young person has experienced, any domestic abuse. Operation Encompass will ensure that a member of the school staff, known as a Key Adult, is trained to allow them to liaise with the police and to use the information that has been shared, in confidence, while ensuring that the school is able to make provision for possible difficulties experienced by children, or their families, who have been experienced a domestic abuse incident. We are keen to offer the best support possible to all our pupils and we believe this will be extremely beneficial for all those involved.
Term Dates for 2019 Spring 1 – Monday 7th January 2019 to Friday 22nd February 2019 Spring 2 – Monday 4th March 2019 to Friday 12th April 2019 Summer 1 – Monday 29th April 2019 to Friday 24th May 2019 Summer 2 – Monday 3rd June 2019 to Friday 19th July 2019 (School Closure Dates: Monday 7th January, Friday 22nd February and Monday 22nd July 2019 – Pupils will finish the school year on Friday 19th July 2019)
We are always happy to discuss any issue about aspects of our school at any time, please do not hesitate to contact us via email ( [email protected] ), telephone (01291 420348) or visit our website at: www.rogiet.monmouthshire.sch.uk Also, you can ‘follow us’ on Twitter! @RogietPrimary
WE WILL USE THIS FEED FOR EMERGENCY ANNOUNCEMENTS TOO ! Curate in Charge Sally Ingle -Gillis Tel: 07813 264429 email: [email protected]
Parish Priest: Rev’d John S. Waters Tel: 01291 641449 email: [email protected]
200 Club winners in January: 1 st Alex Dutton, 2 nd Lucy Bennett, 3 rd Julie - Anne Baker
Friday March 1 st 2.30 p.m. World Day of Prayer Service Caerwent Church Friday March 1 st 7.30 p.m. St. David’s Day Dinner Woodlands Tavern Wednesday 13 th March Mothers’ Union meeting Tuesday 19 th March 10.30 Ministry Area Lent Course Llanvaches Hall Wednesday 20 th 12 for 12.30 Village Lunch £6 Coach & Horses (For further details or to book, contact Patsy Lewis 01291 420602 or 07985926040). Friday 8 th & 22 nd 11 – 1 pm Community Coffee Mornings Village Hall Contact Kay 07832 642212 or Patsy 07985926040 for more details
Sunday 31 st March (5 th Sunday & Mothering Sunday): Group Service at St. John’s, Penhow at 10.00 a.m. Sole service in the group .
Soup Lunch and Cake Stall Saturday 23 rd March from 12.00 p.m. in Caerwent Church Concert by the Buskeleles of Usk Friday 29 th March 7 for 7.30 p.m. at The Woodlands Tavern, Llanfair Discoed £10 per person with ice-cream in the interval! Tickets available from Sue: [email protected] or 07887 530566
Having worn spectacles since I was 4 I have often for many years, and probably Jesus and His early follow- thought how good it would be if I had 20/20 vision and ers too. Jesus was brought up going to the synagogue not have to rely on my glasses to see clearly. That said I and we read Bible pieces that affirm that. He was not like know that there are many people who do not have the his cousin John the Baptist who lived a life in the desert amount of sight that many of us enjoy and have to rely leading a group of people who didn’t see it necessary or on a sighted guide, guide dog or a cane to navigate their desirable to go to the synagogue. Yet by the time Jesus way around. 20/20 vision is a term used to express nor- was in His late 20s He too had begun following John, mal visual activity (the clarity or sharpness of vi- before John’s imprisonment and consequent death saw sion ).Loss of vision and hearing are two of the iso- Jesus leading His own group of followers. lating conditions that Jesus Christ identified and miracu- lously cured whilst He was on earth. The thing about Jesus’s ministry is that He met people where they were. He had a nose for suffering and hard- By the time that you read this we will already be in our ship, an understanding of people’s quest for more 3rd month of 2019 and for those of us in the Anglican knowledge and understanding, He had that 20/20 vision, Church one step nearer our own 20/20 vision. Let me the clarity or sharpness of vision, that many in the explain: back in 2000 the Diocese of Monmouth set itself churches seem to lack in this our time. That, however, a target of what it might look like and gave itself till 2020 does not mean that we should stop trying. For many cler- to achieve this goal. The strap line that went with this gy just being there for people at challenging or exciting strategic document was/is “becoming the people that times in their lives can offer opportunities to bring people God wants us to be”. to an understanding of God’s vision for human kind, but this is not just a task for Clergy/Ministers/Elders - which- I guess that for all Christians the first step in the journey ever you see as the leading forces within the churches. If is to be aware of what God wants of us, as without that the church – and it doesn’t much matter which denomi- we have little hope of achieving the goal. There is of nation we are a part of – is to have a vision that enables course much advice and guidance in Holy Scripture that God’s people to be the people he intends us to be, we all helps us on our way, the Christian road atlas if you like in need to meet people where they are and help make helping us stay on the right path. However, like much in them equipped for a future that is blessed by God him- society the written word has been replaced by computer self. technology and, as those of us who have found our- selves at the wrong destination after following a satnav What is your vision for 2020 and how will you achieve it will testify, new technologies are not always the only or in the 9 or so months that are ahead of you? even the best answer. May God Bless you in your deliberations and in achiev- How then does the Christian church meaningfully en- ing them. gage with the up and coming generations? A challenge not assisted when we are also trying to engage with peo- Parish Priest ple at the older end of the age spectrum simultaneously. This task has exercised churches of all denominations
CAERWENT POETRY GROUP
Instead of a poem this month, here's a comment about "March" by Thalassa Cruso. Described as a witty, ascerbic Englishwoman she became an authority on plants and was known as ''the Julia Child of horticulture'' for her common -sense, if often loopy, gar- dening programmes on American television in the 1960's. Born in London in 1909 she moved to America on her marriage in 1935. She wrote: "March is a month of considerable frustration - it is so near spring and yet across a great deal of the country the weather is still so violent and changeable that outdoor activity in our yards seems light years away."
She also said, ''If a plant is unbelievably tatty, dispose of it without the least feeling of guilt,''. I'm sure that will give much comfort to those of us who don't have green fingers!!
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leek on St David’s day, Fluellen insists he eat the nation- ‘When the Saints go Marching in’ al emblem (raw) as punishment; something to consider perhaps, as quoted “if you can mock a leek, you can
st eat a leek” (Act V, Scene 1). Wales celebrates on the 1 of March, St David’s Day ; but who was he, and what is a saint anyway? But what is a saint? What do we know about David, our patron saint? The only reliable reference for this is the Word of God ‘The Bible’. He was born around the year 520 (1500 years ago), re- putedly on the Pembrokeshire cliffs during a wild thun- Romans 1 v 7 : a letter to the Christians in Rome: “ to derstorm. Story has it that he was the son of the King of all who are beloved of God in Rome, called as saints : Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Ceredigion and his mum was a nun ‘aka’ Nonnita (Non). When he was young he became a monk and founded a Lord Jesus Christ. monastery, on the same site as the current cathedral; Psalm 30 v 4: Sing praises to the Lord, O you His and because of the cathedral status, it is currently the saints , and give thanks to His holy name. smallest city in the UK (population roughly 1600) as op- 2 Corinthians 5 v 17 : Therefore, if anyone in in posed to Cardiff (population 358,000). David became Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; known as Dewi Dyfrwr (David the Waterdrinker) due to behold the new has come. his modest diet of bread and water. It has been reported Saints are… that while David was preaching in the village of Llanddewi Brefi, some of his listeners were finding it dif- …people who repent of their sin, and trust in Jesus ficult to hear him, when a white dove landed on David’s Christ for salvation now ; they are saved by God’s grace shoulder. As it did, the ground on which he stood is said alone, when they are alive. It is too late after you are to have risen up to form a mighty hill, making it possible dead, whatever shrines are built for you, or whatever is for the gathering crowd to finally see and hear him. Da- done to your body. vid’s influence extended beyond Wales to the south - The invitation comes from Jesus Christ himself in west of England, Ireland and Brittany. St David is be- Revelation 3 v 20 -21. st lieved to have died on 1 March 589 . David’s final “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears words to his followers were reported as “do the little my voice and opens the door, I will come into him and things, the small things you have seen me doing”. Fol- eat with him, and he with me. The one who conquers, I lowing his death Pope Callistus II declared to Roman will gra nt him to sit with me on my throne, as I also Catholics that: X2 pilgrimages to the shrine of St David conquered and sat down with my Father on His would be equal to X1 pilgrimage to the Vatican in Rome. King Edward 1, following a military campaign took the throne”. head and arm of St David from the cathedral shrine, and ‘I hope and pray that you will want to sing with the displayed the remains in London. well known spiritual’ Today many mark St David’s day by wearing a leek or a daffodil or by displaying the flag of St David, which fea- “Oh Lord, I want be in that number when the tures a yellow cross on a black background. William saints go marching in” Shakespeare name dropped St David in Henry V. When Fluellen’s English colleague, Pistol, insults the humble Andrew Meates (Deacon)
LADIES COFFEE MORNING
10.30 at The Chapel 1st Thursday of the month 7th March 4th April It would be great to see you. A warm welcome awaits Caerwent Historic Trust Open Day Come along and look around the historic arte- facts in the church and learn about the history The Trust will be holding an Open Day at the of this great village. church of St Stephen and St Tathan, Caer- went on Saturday 4th May from 10.00am – We are urgently searching for local residents 1.00pm who can help us in creating a living archive of their memories of the Caerwent Community. We are very lucky to have two speakers at the We would like to sit down and hear your sto- event: ries of living in this community and with your permission record these memories either by At 11 am Dr Mark Lewis, Senior Curator: Ro- voice or video recording. It is an opportunity to man Archaeology at the National Roman Le- secure in history what previous generations gion Museum, Caerleon will give a talk on the haven’t been able to do and have personal layout of the village which will include the iden- recollections of local residents preserved for tity of some interesting landmarks that you future generations. If you would like to help or may not be aware of; and know someone who you think would be willing At 12.00 Mr Peter Bonvoison will speak on to help please contact us and we will arrange “House Histories: Court House Llanvair” to speak to you about the process. We would like these reminisces to be made available to all either on our website or at open days we put on in the future.
We shall be projecting historic photographs of the village onto the walls of the church
throughout the morning. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be served on the day. So do come along to the talks and let us have your stories.
Chairman, Rob Jones - The Court House, Llanfair Discoed We will be answering enquiries on local histo- ry, displaying the layout of the church grave- Tel No : 01291 431 043 yard plots and assisting with family history. We Mob: 07855 49 5509 will also be displaying local maps of the area including tithe maps showing the ownership of local land back to 1841. Caerwent Community Centre www.caerwentcommunitycentre.co.uk
Monday. Tuesday. Wednesday. Thursday. Friday. Saturday. Sunday. “ Ready, Walking Chepstow Steady, Town Bassett Hounds Hockey. Dog Show. Go.” Tots 24 th March. Morning. 11am – 12 6th March Football. All day.
noon. – 4– 5 pm 9 11am
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Building booking, Bookings Youth Club. - Junior Bridges 5.30 Caldicot Archery After- March 9 th . 6.30pm Model Beginner’s noon. 5.30 – 8pm. Football Group. Car Club 2 – 4pm. classes. St. Kings- - Racers. March 30th. 2-4pm mark 6 7pm - Bowmen. 12 2pm Youth Club. 6.45pm – Senior 8pm. Archery 5.30 – 8pm. Group 5pm Football Senior Football 7pm onwards.
onwards. - - 7 9 pm. 8 9pm. Evening.
CAERWENT COMMUNITY CENTRE.
We have held the first two training sessions demonstrating how to use the newly installed heart defibrillator, and also how to perform CPR, (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) on someone who has collapsed and stopped breathing.
The sessions were led by Peter Richards, who is a First Responder for the Welsh Ambulance Service, and were extremely interesting and informative. We intend to hold an evening session for those who could not attend the day sessions. The date is as follows: - Thursday April 11 th at 7pm. To book a place, please email ray.bedford @mypostoffice.co.uk The committee would like to thank Ray for the time and effort he has put into obtaining the de- fibrillator for us, and also for arranging the training sessions. The defibrillator has been installed on the outside of the building, adjacent to the front door.
CAERWENT YOUTH CLUB.
Tuesday evenings (during school term times) at the Caerwent Community Centre , Lawrence Crescent, Caerwent. Subscriptions £1.00. Tuck available. 9yrs -- 13 years .………………..5.30pm – 7.00pm 14 years++……..…………....6.30pm – 8.00pm Youth Leader Mr. Alex Harris. Indoor football, dodge ball, pool, table football, table tennis, air hockey, basketball, handicrafts, cookery, indoor hockey and tennis, and much more….. Everyone Welcome. The Club is run by Monmouthshire Youth Services.