STEEP AND STROUD NEWSLETTER

NO 563 JULY / AUGUST 2018

UNEXPECTED VISITORS charge. I thereupon lit a small fire, No sign of a flycatcher this year, but and very smartly they flew off. It was two other birds took up our time no good; next morning they were instead. The first was a pair of jack- back again, and I learned from the daws which persisted in trying to web that a man had had a fire every build a nest in our chimney. Now day for three weeks and the birds I’ve always found jackdaws rather still came back. At this point I decid- b e c o m i n g ed to leave them in peace, and just birds, with their wait until they sociable chiak- had hatched king noise, but their brood though we hear and flown off. them most The very next evenings mak- day however, ing their way down the back to their chimney came roost near the not just the Harrow, they daily ration of have never twigs, but a before come very discom- into the garden. Now here two of bobulated jackdaw too. After some them were, hard at it, building a time thrashing about with a fishing nest across the top of a very large net I managed to catch the bird, and chimney – a mug’s game you might then released it. That was the end think. The first evidence of their of that, for we never saw the pair of presence was a steady trickle of them again. We were quite sad really. falling twigs into the grate, and Our second visitor was a little bird much chiakking going on as we we hardly ever see, a treecreeper, peered up the chimney. However, and it had obligingly made its tiny when we had filled four large sacks nest tucked into a crevice in our old with sooty twigs I became less indul- yew tree, just a few feet from where gent and decided it was time to take

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2 we sit outside. Treecreepers are For two weeks we watched the fran- small, brown-spotted and white, tic coming and going, careful not to with a pointed and slightly curved attract marauding woodpeckers bill which is ideal for and jays. We then winkling out bugs in the watched as the parents bark of trees. They are appeared to be coaxing rather furtive and reclu- the young to leave and sive as they move hoped we would see mouse-like up the trunk the great event, but no, of a tree (they always go we suddenly found they up; our more frequent were gone, and that visitor, the nuthatch, was that. We were sad always points down- about that too. wards). David Dobson

25 YEARS AGO STEEP VILLAGE HALL The Memorial Village Hall was built in the early 1920s in memory of the twenty -nine parishioners who fell in the First World War. The land was given to the parish by Bedales, and originally run by The Village Club, but then handed over by the Parish Council in the 1930s. History has it that the artist Stanley Spen- cer offered to paint a mural in the Hall but was turned down, as was a similar offer to Bedales. He moved instead to Burghclare near Newbury where his memorial chapel is now owned by the National Trust and is a place of pilgrimage for artists from all over the world. … Rollo Wicksteed

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We meet at 2.15pm at the Physic Garden Details Susan Kuruber 261351 STROUD REVELS Saturday 28th July see page 21 WELCOME CLUB There will be no meetings in July and August. We start again on September 13th. [email protected] Judy 267362 HISTORY CLUB There are no meetings in July and August but see special lectures ← STEEP FLOWER SHOW Steep Flower Show, Saturday 25th August, seems a long way ahead at STEEP PARISH COUNCIL the moment, but it is time to be Next meeting will be at 7.30 p.m. on planning. Schedules went out with Monday, 2nd July in the small meet- the May newsletter, and will be ing room at Steep Village Hall. available from the usual places – STROUD EVENING WI the Harrow, the church, 10 July - Guided Walk around Library or directly from me. You can Hambledon with Andrew Negus also find schedules and entry forms followed by a pub supper. on the village website, 14 August - Park Project in Uganda www.steepvillage.com. with Joe Williams, QECP Ranger. Steep Village Hall at 7.30 p.m. As always for an event like this there Enquiries: Pauline Cook - 263406 are jobs needing done on the day. If you would be able to spare half an STROUD AFTERNOON WI hour or so helping in the tea tent or 19 July - Handbags - a historical with games or stalls, please contact journey with Sara Delves. the Chairman, Judy Thompson 16 August - Summer Meeting. (01730 267362). 4 If you have never entered before, do disappointing, especially for chil- please consider it this year. We are dren. a very friendly show, and most of us As usual the show will be held in are by no means experts. There are Bedales’ grounds, and we are very over a hundred classes, not just grateful to them for their continuing flowers and produce but also arts support. There will be welly-wanging, and crafts, cookery, photography, splat the rat and other games, a flower arranging, children’s classes produce stall and the usual deli- – in short something for everyone. cious teas. Live music this year is New this year is a class for a deco- from a new ensemble, drawn from rated wheelbarrow of any size, any- the Petersfield Guitar Academy. The thing from a builder’s barrow to a show is open from 2pm with prize- child’s toy - the possibilities are end- giving at 4 o’clock. A great day out less. for the whole family. A few hints for exhibitors. Please Kate Ford (secretary) read the schedule carefully, and 01730 262890 please also read the hints at the beginning. In collections of vegeta- STANSTED PLAYERS bles you may not show two varieties Green Stockings by A E W Mason of the same vegetable (eg cherry August Wednesday 29th Thurs- tomatoes and ordinary tomatoes). day 30th Friday 31st and Saturday In the domestic section you must September 1st all at 7.30 pm at not use commercial jars or tops, and Olivier Theatre, Bedales School all bottles and jars should be la- £5 from Alastair Langlands, Spar- belled, including the full date. Eggs row's Hanger, GU34 3JN should be displayed in a basket or telephone 01420 511 371 on a plate, not in a commercial egg [email protected] box. There are always a few exhibits also available at the door which are disqualified, which is very

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REVISION TO STEEP BUILDINGS AND MONUMENTS RECORD AND COMPILATION OF A STEEP LOCAL HERITAGE ASSET LIST The Steep Buildings and Monu- this means that Steep has a unique ments Record was prepared as part architectural and cultural heritage, of the Steep Parish Plan and pub- which needs to be more widely rec- lished in October 2012. It identified ognised and respected. those buildings and monuments in In addition to the statutory list, Steep of interest from an historic or National Planning Guidance has literary point of view. It was recog- strengthened the importance of nised that it would require regular identifying unlisted ‘heritage assets’ updating and revision. Only a limited - buildings, monuments, places, or number of the documents were pub- landscapes that have a degree of lished and no more are available. significance meriting consideration The original record was based on in planning decisions. Updating the published and on-line sources, many Record would assist the compilation of the photographs being taken es- of an asset list. pecially for the purpose. Since then, the Steep History Group has investi- Steep Parish Council has agreed to gated and recorded local history for the revision of the Buildings and Steep and has particularly identified Monuments Record and to compile material about families and person- a local heritage asset list for Steep alities that supplements the original in collaboration with the South building records. Downs National Park and District Council. Steep Parish has an extraordinary number of buildings and monu- Consultation with the community ments which through the influence and the public nomination of local of the Arts and Crafts Movement has heritage assets will be undertaken given it an importance comparable this summer and anyone who would to contemporary centres in the Cots- like to get involved or contribute, is worlds. Together with the involve- requested to get in touch. ment of a wide range of distin- Tony Struthers T. 01730 269533 guished architects and designers, [email protected]

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8 STEEP C of E VC PRIMARY meant being ever more creative in SCHOOL our approaches to teaching and learning, providing exciting first It has been a pleasure and an hon- hand experiences and drawing on our to lead Steep C of E Primary the children’s interests. School over the past eight years and it feels just as exciting now looking This has been supported by a focus forward to the future as it did when I on helping children build self-belief first took up the post. and a ‘can do’ attitude. Children have been taught how to move from Each year I have been amazed by a ‘fixed’ to a ‘growth’ mindset. the dedication and energy of our Through visual metaphors such as teaching staff, despite the ever in- ‘The Learning Pit’ they have been creasing pressures on the profes- able to understand what they can sion. This is borne out not just by achieve with the right support, and the results – our children’s achieve- have been much more willing to ments are well above the national move out of their comfort zone and and county averages - but the chil- seek new challenges. dren also blossom as confident car- ing young people with a strong Outdoor learning and regular Forest sense of belief in themselves and in School opportunities continue to be others, along with a moral compass an important part of learning at which in turn provides them with the Steep, and this year, thanks to the strength they need to face everyday fundraising efforts of ‘Friends of challenges. Steep School’, we have been able to develop our adventure playground This year we have continued to build and wonderful woodland even fur- on our good Ofsted report. We have ther so that the children have the focused on raising aspirations for all resources they need to capitalise on of our children through personal- all the opportunities outdoor learn- ised learning and careful considera- ing provides. tion on how best we can meet the need of each individual child at We have built on our Outstanding Steep across the whole curriculum SIAMS church school inspection, so that children are excited and mo- and providing children with first- tivated to learn, but are also provid- hand experience of other faiths and ed with the support and challenge cultures has been a key feature. they need to succeed. This has This has involved inviting visitors from different faiths and cultures to 9

10 the school and visiting different plac- parents. They have organised cake es of worship. Year 6 are very much sales, book sales, non-uniform days looking forward to their visit to a and writing competitions. The finale mosque in Portsmouth later this of this school year will be ‘Steep’s term and we are all very excited by Got Talent’ for which there are al- the prospect of Seth Afedzi, ready 30 acts – a testament to the Headteacher at our sister school in self-confidence of these children. I Foso, Ghana, coming to visit for a can’t wait to watch, and thankfully, I week in September. haven’t been asked to be one of the judges! I think the thing that has most im- Lou Romans pressed me this year, however, has been the children’s ability to take COUNTY COUNCILLOR REPORT, the lead. There are so many ways JUNE 2018 that our young people do this. Chil- dren at Steep take the initiative Hampshire County Council AGM when another child is upset and At the County Council AGM on Friday offer kindness and support; some 18 May, Cllr Roy Perry was re- dedicate time every day to hearing elected leader of the Council for an- younger children read, or buddy up other year. Cllr Elaine Still has be- with them to help them with their come the first woman Chairman of writing. There are children who have the County Council for over five organised their own after school years. clubs and run them successfully and others who have set up lunchtime I was also appointed Chairman of clubs which they have planned care- the Economy, Transport and Environ- fully and given up their lunchtimes ment Select Committee. Time will tell to run. There are even children who, whether this role affords me greater inspired by the christian value of clout when it comes to getting pot- compassion, have led the whole holes and other highways issues school in fundraising events for their addressed in Petersfield Hangers chosen charities. They have pre- Division. sented their ideas to the other chil- REPORT ON PILOT 20MPH ZONES dren and independently organised Since 2012, Hampshire County events from start to finish using Council has been implemented pilot their playtimes to research their cho- 20mph zones in 14 locations. The sen charities, to plan PowerPoint findings of the pilot programme have presentations and to write letters to 11 now been published and the report lenges – 8th June 2018 is available at this link: http://  Economy – 13th July 2018 democracy.hants.gov.uk/  Work, skills and lifestyle documents/s19304/Report.pdf – 24th August 2018 The results are surprising in many  Environment and quality of place respects. In a nutshell, the 20mph – 12th October 2018 zones have not led to a meaningful  Mobility, Connectivity and Energy reduction in speeds or number of – 23rd November 2018 accidents. We do have to respect  Rural Hampshire the evidence when formulating poli- – 21st December 2018 cy and this was certainly a thorough A call for evidence has been and comprehensive evaluation. The issued and you can have your say by results also chime with findings from taking part in an online survey at elsewhere and the national policy this link: https://www.hants.gov.uk/ direction. For this reason HCC will aboutthecouncil/haveyoursay/ not be creating new 20mph zones visionforhampshire2050 unless there is a clear need for them NEW SECRETARY OF STATE PRIORI- due to the number of serious acci- TISES HOUSING AND ALSO REFERS dents in a specific location. TO DEVOLUTION CALL FOR EVIDENCE FO R On 30 April James Brokenshire MP HAMPSHIRE 2050 COMMISSION was appointed Secretary of State for A cross-party Hampshire 2050 Com- Housing, Communities and Local mission of Inquiry is being set up to Government. It is clear from his early consider a Vision for Hampshire comments that housing is going to 2050. This Vision will guide and con- be his principal focus. The Govern- tribute to the future prosperity, quali- ment has already stated that it wish- ty of life, and protection and en- es to see 300,000 new homes built hancement of the character and every year. (In 2016-17 the annual environment of Hampshire. new homes figure stood at 216,750 which was a 15% improvement on The Commission will provide the the previous year.) The Government framework for future plans, strate- consultation on the new National gies and ways of working. The Com- Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) mission will consider the themes in ended in May and is likely to be fol- six separate hearings: lowed by the publication of the new  Demographic and societal chal- NPPF in the Summer.

12 James Brokenshire has also given a and AONBs; clear steer on local government re-  how to enhance the environment organisation, saying on 2 May: and biodiversity in existing desig- “There is a clear space and scope nations; for unitary authorities. Obviously it is  how to build on the existing plan seeing where there is a need for for National Parks and to con- that and yes, there are proposals on nect more people with the natu- the table that my predecessor had ral environment from all sections been considering and I will now be of society and improve health looking at.” and wellbeing; NATIONAL PARKS REVIEW  how well National Parks and AONBs support communities. The Government review of National The review will report in 2019 on Parks and Areas of Outstanding the 70th Anniversary of the 1949 Natural Beauty has begun, with Jul- National Parks and Access to the ian Glover appointed to Chair the Countryside Act. Review Panel. Mr Glover is Associ- ate Editor at the London Evening RUSSELL OPPENHEIMER Standard and a former Government County Councillor for Petersfield Special Adviser. The scope of the Hangers review is very wide-ranging. The STEEP PARISH COUNCIL GETS Terms of Reference are as follows: SOCIAL!  the existing purposes for Nation- Steep Parish Council has a Face- al Parks and AONBs and how book Page! Please like our page they are being met; “Steep Parish Council, Hampshire”  the alignment of these purposes for local news and updates. This is with the goals set out in the 25- also another way you can get in Year Plan for the Environment; touch with us to raise any concerns  the case for extension or crea- or issues or share any local news. tion of new designated areas;  how to improve individual and ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLY collective governance of National AND AGM Parks and AONBs, and how that The Steep Annual Parish Assembly governance interacts with other was held on Monday 21st May 2018 national assets; and the Parish Council were pleased  the financing of National Parks to welcome several members of the

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14 local community to the meeting. We people who may be particularly sus- received an interesting talk about ceptible to scams. the effect of climate change on the Mike Robinson also provided an Ashford Hangers from Dr Mark update on the Speedwatch pro- Broadmeadow from the Forestry gramme and thanked parishioners Commission. Mark is not only a for their support on the programme highly regarded specialist in this which has seen very positive results field but is also from the local area across the country. We welcome so he brought a great deal of anyone who would like to join the knowledge and passion to his talk. Speedwatch team; please contact Jenny Hollington at clerk@steep- pc.gov.uk if you would like to help. Russell Oppenheimer presented his monthly report and explained the reasons for the Council tax rise, up- dated parishioners on highways matters, provided further infor- mation on the South Downs Nation- al Park Update and discussed how Hampshire is trying to find new ways John Payne, Police Community Of- to help the elderly. Thanks as al- ficer updated us on the current is- ways to Russel for keeping us in- sues in the area and encouraged formed. residents to take steps to ensure our homes are secure given that Special thanks to Mark, John, Mike burglaries are the most commonly and Russell for giving up their time, reported crime in the area. We are to Steep School for allowing us use pleased to advise that rates of crime of their hall and to all those who in Steep are low but remind parish- attended the meeting. It was great ioners to remain attentive. John also to have so many residents attend discussed how the police are work- and lovely to chat with you all over a ing with local schools to educate glass of wine and nibbles. young people on issues surrounding As always, the full minutes of all drugs. He cautioned parishioners Parish Council Meetings can be always to be vigilant to scammers (if found on-line at www.steep- it is too good to be true, it probably pc.gov.uk is!) and watch out for vulnerable 15 TO SEE LOCAL PLANNING APPLICATIONS http://planningpublicaccess.southdowns.gov.uk/online-applications For local planning authority put in your postcode.

16 STEEP MARSH PARISH COUNCIL bread and cakes. However, the MEETING show was mainly a cottagers’ exhibi- tion and produce was of excellent Steep Parish Council are, once quality. The judges were Mr Speed again, indebted to Haste Ltd., for (gardener to Mr Alan Lubbock of allowing the use of their meeting St Mary) and Mr A. Brown of room for the annual meeting in Petersfield. Steep Marsh. Luncheon was held for the organis- THE SECOND EVER STEEP ing committee. The president Mr HORTICULTURAL SHOW Trevor-Battye of Ashford Chace pro- JULY1922 posed “Success to the Steep Horti- cultural Society”. Amongst prizes for I could not find an account of the the various exhibits, Mr T. Smith of first Steep show, but the Hampshire Plough Cottage won first prize for Telegraph of 1922 gives an account the best cultivated cottage garden, of the second one in July of that T. Troke of The Corner House won year. best cultivated allotment and F. The show was held in the grounds of Ifould of Rose Cottage best kept Oakhurst House, kindly lent by Miss flower garden. The schoolchildren’s Lomas. The weather was delightfully prize for a collection of wild flowers fine with a large crowd present; gate was won by Queenie Hurst. There receipts totalled £18. There were were also prizes for many other nearly 200 entries, twice the num- smaller exhibits of flowers, fruit and ber of the previous year. Lady Air- vegetables. dale of Stoner House (gardener Mr In the afternoon, dancing on the G. James) sent a fine display of car- lawn took place by Bedalians and nations and roses. Mrs Fitton of Is- others. Much interest was shown in land House (gardener Mr D. White) the ninepin bowling, in which the also entered some fine prize was a live pig, supplied by carnations. A magnificent orchid Messrs Brainbridge and Logan of was shown by Mrs Beck of Elmwood. Soal Farm. Mr T. Moss of Forge Cot- Captain Corbett of Roke House tages was the winner. The Peters- (gardener Mr J. Oakley) staged a field Brass Band played an enjoy- fine collection of vegetables, rasp- able programme of music. Sports berries and mignonette, while Mrs for children included running races, Upton of Church Road showed a three legged race and a bun race.

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18 The running race for men aged 14- PRIMARY SCHOOL 40 was won by ‘Jarman’ of Yew Tree Cottages, while that for those aged END OF YEAR REPORT over 40yrs was won by ‘Colwell’ of What an amazing year we have had Chauffeurs Cottages, Island. Miss at Langrish! It never ceases to Bishop won the 50 yard race for la- amaze me, in all my years in this dies. rewarding profession, how resilient children are. Education isn’t just The 2018 Steep Flower Show is on about learning how to read and 25th August 2pm at Bedales. Isn’t it write and at Langrish we have ex- wonderful that this lovely village plored and enjoyed numerous new event has now kept going for nearly challenges together and had an a hundred years! franbox- outstanding year. [email protected] The recent press around schools Fran Box delivering a ‘broad and balanced curriculum’ is now old news at Lan- grish. As a learning community, we have truly embraced this area and FRIENDS OF STEEP our ‘In a Nutshell’ newsletters on our website are a testament of this. CHURCH (FOSC) TRIVIA QUIZ NIGHT The year began with the news that the school had been awarded the Saturday 29 September Sports Mark and Artsmark, both at Following last year’s very success- Gold level. Together with the Silver ful event, the second FOSC Trivia Rights Respecting Award from Quiz night will be held at Steep UNICEF, the schools dedication to Village Hall, 7 for 7.30 on Saturday delivering a forward thinking curric- 29th September. Tickets £15 - ulum was already being noted and Fish and Chip Supper included. celebrated. There will be a cash bar and raffle. Throughout the year multiple events Team bookings welcome, tickets have been planned and enjoyed by available from 1st August from all ages which have added further Tony Struthers evidence to these areas. All classes Tel. 01730 269533 or have shared their learning through [email protected] open classrooms, assemblies and showcases and the whole school

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ADVERTISING IN THIS NEWSLETTER AND VILLAGE WEBSITE If you would like to advertise please contact Ray Street on 892656 or email [email protected] Village website: www.steepvillage.com 20 production of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ ated village fair starts at 4 and de- provided 87 budding West End ac- tails can be found in the advert be- tors with the chance to perform to low. packed audiences. Famous for the biennial sheep rac- Furthermore, trips out and visitors in ing (which is back on this year) the have added that extra dimension to event attracts good numbers and if active learning and all year groups our woolly racers are not enough, have benefited from these experi- Dan Churchley’s Solent Comedy will ences. The Year 3 Roman day was be taking the field beforehand be- a particular success and the togas tween 4-6 pm. Circus skills and bal- were simply stunning! Many pupils loon modelling workshops combine have also accessed our Forest with a family friendly show contain- School programme with the help of ing magic, knife juggling and strait FoLS (Friends of Langrish School) jacket escape - all skills necessary funding, numerous specialist tools for life in Stroud. have been purchased and now more Bouncy Castle, stalls, food and beer children are able to experience this tents, live music and good company hands-on way of learning. A high- will offer continual sustenance. light for me was hot chocolate and Come and join us! marshmallows toasted over the fire – a culinary delight! As the end of this exciting year is fast approaching, I would like to say a huge thank you to all the children, staff and parents who make Lan- grish School such a wonderful place to be. If I could bottle what makes ‘Langrish Langrish’, it would certain- ly become a best seller! Sarah Wright STROUD REVELS 2018 The highlight of the Stroud calendar is soon to be upon us with the Stroud Revels on Saturday 28th July. Open to all, this beautifully situ-

21 CHURCH NEWS STEEP LECTURE SUNDAY 17TH the Patronal Festival/Service of JUNE Celebration taking place on the Sunday evening, with bells before We welcomed Dr Jill Cook, from the the service and beautiful singing by British Museum as the guest speak- the Froxfield Choir; a true celebra- er for the Steep Annual lecture this tion in a beautiful setting over the year. This popular event has now bank holiday weekend. become a firm fixture in the Steep calendar. Dr Cook’s subject “The BRIDGE TEA PARTY Lampedusa Cross”, explored a Many thanks to Moony Budge, as- small action bearing a huge mes- sisted by Jane Owen and Anne sage about the international refu- Grove, for the very successful gee crisis. A full review will be in the Bridge Tea Party held at Moony's September Newsletter. home, in aid of Steep Church Thank you to all who were involved Funds. Nearly £600 was raised. Our in organising and assisted with the thanks to all who took part. event. A special thank you must go to Selina and her team for the cater- FAREWELL TO KEITH BUDGE ing and a big thank you to all who Keith spoke about his 17 years as gave their support by attending. headmaster of Bedales School at a church service in Steep last month. ARCHDEACON’S VISITATION He and Moony are due to move to The Churchwardens for the current Oxford at the end of the school year Sara Greenaway for Froxfield term, after a significant time of de- with and Helen Muir-Davies velopment and progress on the for Steep with Stroud, were sworn in school campus. at a service held in All Saints’ Church, Botley on Wednesday 13th SERVICES IN AUGUST June. There will be no Saturday services at Stroud and Froxfield CELEBRATION SERVICE IN Green during August; the TenAM PRIVETT (Steep), FivePM (Froxfield Green) The Flower Festival in Holy Trinity, and 6PM Holy Communion (Stroud) Privett ended with a flourish, with will resume in September after the holiday period. 22 FROM THE CHURCH REGISTER BAPTISM: FUNERALS: Balthazar Angus Thackrey 27th May Marian Ray Tuesday 29th May Ruth Whiting Wednesday 30th May WEDDING: Sylvia Rowell Thursday 31st May Sharon and Nicolas Pocock Friday 1st June

Vicar: John Owen 264282 [email protected] Lay Pastoral Assistant: Lindsay Clegg, 827505 [email protected] Reader: Caroline Hilton 263460 Churchwarden: Helen Muir-Davies 264039 or mobile 07831 267805 Church website: http://steepfroxfield.com

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