BRAMSHAW TELEGRAPH NOVEMBER 2018 NEWS ELECTION OF VERDERERS OF THE NEW FOREST 1. An election is to be held of TWO Verderers of the New Forest. 2. Nomination papers must be delivered at Stuart Court, Salisbury Road, Romsey SO51 6DJ on any day after the date of this notice, but not later than noon on the 6th day of November 2018. 3. Forms of nomination paper may be obtained from the Returning Officer at Stuart Court, Salisbury Road, Romsey SO51 6DJ. The Returning Officer will, at the request of any elector, prepare for signature a nomination paper. 4. If the election is contested, the poll will take place on Friday 30 November 2018. VACANCY FOR A BRAMSHAW PARISH COUNCILLOR If you’d like to make a difference, and be involved in shaping the future of your local Community, why not step forward and apply to become a Bramshaw Parish Councillor? For more information, please contact the Chair Sally Day [email protected] For a copy of the application and eligibility form, please contact the Clerk, Melanie Camilleri [email protected] or print a copy from the ‘vacancies’ section on the website www.bramshaw.org.uk The closing date for completed applications to be with the Clerk is Monday 26 November 2018 SILOUHETTE SIGNS IN BID TO REDUCE NEW FOREST ANIMAL DEATHS 56 animals were killed on roads in the New Forest in 2017 49 animals were killed between January and August 2018 Commoners have got together to produce the signs which will be placed in local towns and villages throughout the winter. James Young, whose pony Brock Brocade was killed by a hit-and-run driver, said: "This is the most worrying time of year for every family making the effort to keep the forest properly grazed. "No pony deserves to be left all night to suffer like Brocade in an unreported hit-and-run. "I really hope that people will learn to take a little more care, and save other commoners from experiencing such a pointless and awful loss." For the full article, see https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-45999240 #Add3Minutes Drivers are being urged to just #Add3Minutes as the nights draw in to make journeys safer. When the clocks change in October, and people have to drive home in the dark, there is a much higher risk of hitting one of the free-roaming animals. 56 animals were killed on New Forest roads in 2017 49 animals were killed between January and August 2018 Most of the accidents are caused by local people on regular trips, on four main routes: • Lymington – Beaulieu – Dibden Purlieu • Brockenhurst – Sway • Burley – Picket Post • Cadnam – Godshill Sue Westwood, Clerk to the Verderers said “It’s really important to not only drive slowly past any animals that drives see close to the road, but also to move over and leave sufficient room as they pass, so that if the animal does step into the road, they can avoid a collision. Colliding with a large animal will add significantly more than three minutes to a journey!” SEARCH FOR FOREST’S BEST BUILDINGS Nominations for the best new developments are needed in the fourth New Forest Building Design Awards. Awards will be given in the following categories: • Best residential scheme • Non-residential • Best conservation project Nominations are open until 31 December 2018. Winners will be chosen by a panel of members from the National Park Authority’s Planning Committee. Submit your nomination at newforestnpa.gov.uk/designawards OIL CLUB Are you looking to save money by ordering with your neighbours (even if you don't know them)? Look no further! Boilerjuice have been saving customers money by grouping orders since 2004. They pride themselves by being the easiest way to order your oil. For more information, see their website https://www.boilerjuice.com/oil-clubs/ ARSON ATTACKS To report anything that looks like an attempt to start a fire please ring 101. Early intervention may stop forest fire such as we have seen this summer. MODERN DAY SLAVERY If you become aware of anything that you believe could fall into this category, please use Tel: 0800 0121700 to make an initial report. PARISH COUNCIL GRANT AWARDED TO THE NEW FOREST DISABILITY INFORMATION SERVICE The councillors are delighted to award a £50 grant (using their powers under S137) to the New Forest Disability Information Service, who provide free, impartial, confidential information and advice to those of any age, affected by disability. This valuable service is available to residents of the New Forest on matters such as caring, access, blue badge, welfare benefit applications, education, and transport. SMALL BUISNESS SATURDAY – FREE PARKING This year to help promote Small Business Saturday (a national campaign to promote local high streets and independent shops), free parking will be provided on: - Saturday 1st December Saturday 22 December Sunday 23 December Rob Lane Service Manager – Streetscene Operations New Forest District Council CALENDAR OF EVENTS NOVEMBER 1 WI Speaker: Valerie Young - ‘Nursing in the 60s and 60s'. 2.00 for 2.15pm. Visitors welcome Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 1 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 6 New Forest Community Heritage Fair Groups from around the Forest share their current research and passion for the fascinating history of the New Forest. 10:00 – 15:00. FREE. Parking charges apply (free for blue badge holders) Lyndhurst Community Centre, Car Park, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY 6 Nov Draft New Forest National Park planning policies to The draft plan focusses on protecting the New Forest’s landscape and habitats, meeting affordable housing needs of local people, supporting the 15 local economy, and conserving and enhancing the Forest’s historic built Nov environment. The public examination takes place at Lymington Town Hall, Avenue Rd, Lymington, SO41 9ZG. Timetable and list of speakers can be found at newfforestnpa.gov.uk/localplan 8 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 15 Riding for the Disabled Christmas Fair Unique gifts for Christmas, arts, crafts, cards, antiques, homemade cakes, tombola, puddings and pies, jewellery and accessories and more! Light refreshments available. 10:00 – 15:00. £1 entrance Lyndhurst Community Centre, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY 15 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 16 The Bramshaw & District Film Society. ‘Darkest Hour’ (PG) starring Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Lily James. During World War II, as Adolf Hitler's awesomely powerful Wehrmacht rampages across Europe, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Neville Chamberlain, is forced to resign, recommending Winston Churchill (Gary Oldman) as his replacement. But even in his early days as the country's leader, Churchill is under pressure to commence peace negotiations with the German dictator or to fight head-on the seemingly invincible Nazi regime, whatever the cost. However difficult and dangerous his decision may be, Churchill has no choice but to shine in the country's darkest hour. Doors open 18:00. Film starts promptly at 19:30. Run time 2 hours 05 mins. Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 22 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 24 Family Trees Families come together to celebrate a birth, marriage, or life of a relative with the planting of community wildlife spaces in the New Forest. 10:00 – 15:00. Register your interest at newforestnpa.gov.uk/Familytrees Bartley Park, Totton, SO40 7EA 24 PEDALL New Forest Inclusive Cycling. Sessions for people who need support so that they can enjoy cycling in the New Forest National Park. Lean how to start, control the cycle, and stop safely. Beaulieu Heath. FREE starter sessions 10:00 - 11:30 am. Book in advance pedal.org.uk 24 New Forest Christmas Fair. Local produce and gifts 10:00 – 16:00. Adults £2.50, children FREE. Dogs welcome on leads. FREE parking. Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, Summer Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AZ 25 New Forest Christmas Fair. Local produce and gifts 10:00 – 16:00. Adults £2.50, children FREE. Dogs welcome on leads. FREE parking. Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, Summer Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AZ 27 Bramshaw Parish Council Meeting 19:30pm The Agenda will be posted on Noticeboards and on the Website Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 29 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE DECEMBER 1 New Forest Christmas Fair. Local produce and gifts 10:00 – 16:00. Adults £2.50, children FREE. Dogs welcome on leads. FREE parking. Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, Summer Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AZ 2 New Forest Christmas Fair. Local produce and gifts 10:00 – 16:00. Adults £2.50, children FREE. Dogs welcome on leads. FREE parking. Exbury Gardens & Steam Railway, Summer Lane, Exbury, SO45 1AZ 3 Nov New Forest Connects Exhibition to Learn about commoners in the New Forest and explore their lives and day to day challenges. Open daily. FREE entry 6 Jan New Forest Heritage Centre, Lyndhurst Road, Lyndhurst, SO43 7NY 4 New Forest Eats and Treats Try, buy, and learn about local food, drink, and craft. Food and craft market, chef demos, live music, and a pop-up food court. 10:00 – 16:00. FREE event and FREE parking Brockenhurst College, Lyndhurst Road, Brockenhurst, SO42 7ZE 6 WI Speaker: Ms Judy Theobald - ‘The Joys, or Otherwise, of the Festive Season!’ 2.00 for 2.15pm. Visitors welcome Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 6 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 13 Mather Snooker Club 19:00 Bramshaw Village Hall, Bramshaw, Lyndhurst, SO43 7JE 15 PEDALL New Forest Inclusive Cycling.