Sutton-under-Whitestonecliffe Parish Council Welcome to our Village Parish Council Web Site www.suttonunderwhitestonecliffeparishcouncil.gov.uk SUW Welcome Note last updated 18 November 2018 Page 1 Welcome to Sutton under Whitestonecliffe The Parish Councillors would like to extend a warm welcome to you. We hope this information will support you as you settle into your new village and help you to integrate into Sutton. You have chosen to live in an attractive village which is in an enviable location for walking, the Arts and a range of other interests. The Parish Council is working to improve the quality of life in the village, whilst keeping the Council precept to an acceptable level. The new Village Hall has enabled a growing range of social events. Included in this information is: • The History of the Village • A Guide to Community Life • Surrounding Amenities and the Arts • FAQs We hope you will find the information useful. Parish Council The Parish Council meets in the Village Hall on the second Monday in each month (except August) at 7.15pm. All villagers are welcome to observe and to address the Council prior to the start of the meeting. Agendas and Minutes are posted on the village notice-board and on our webpage http://www.suttonunderwhitestonecliffeparishcouncil.gov.uk/index.asp Notification is given of the Annual Meeting. Newsletters are circulated each year and a warm invitation is extended to all villagers and guests to the Carol Singing around the Christmas Tree, in December. Your Councillors are: Councillor Caroline Artingstoll (Chairman) 01845 597347 Councillor Jim Dickinson 07740948024 Councillor Therese Hill 01845 597429 Councillor Alison Pollard 01845 597761 Councillor John Sharp 07748493909 Councillor Gill Thomas 01845 597620 Councillor Chris Worley (Vice-Chairman) 01845 597090 If you would like to bring something to the Council’s attention, please contact: The Clerk: Iris de Wet, 01845 522401 3 Holly Close, Sowerby, Thirsk, YO7 1SH Email: [email protected] SUW Welcome Note last updated 18 November 2018 Page 2 Please think about joining the Council, the next time there is an election or if a Councillor resigns. It’s a great way to get to know what’s happening and to influence the future of the village! A Brief History of the Village Sutton under Whitestonecliffe has the longest place name in England. The name Sutton originally meant ‘South Town’ and is named in the Domesday Survey as belonging to Hugh, son of Baldric, and having a priest and mill. In the 14th century, it had a Church. The township was later given to the monks of Byland, Mount Grace and Newburgh. It was seized by the crown at Henry VIII’s dissolution of the monasteries. Subsequently, the lands were granted to the diocese of York and the lands were held under lease by the Archbishop of York. A Wesleyan Chapel was erected in 1850. Source http://www.genuki.org.uk/big/eng/YKS/NRY/Felixkirk/Felixkirk90.html accessed 08.11.10 The Village Hall and Social Events The Village Hall runs a varied programme of classes and social events throughout the year and details are usually sent via email to people on the Village Hall data- base and sometimes also posted through villagers’ letter boxes. They can also be found on the notice boards outside and inside the hall and on the central village notice board, as well as in the local weekly newspaper, The Darlington and Stockton Times and other publications. The Village Hall has a website and it can be found via the following address http://www.suttonunderwhitestonecliffevillagehall.co.uk/ If you prefer you can go on the Village Hall email database to receive prompt information about events, please telephone 01845 597329. Village Gala The villages of Sutton, Thirlby, Felixkirk and Boltby hold an annual Gala day in the summer. This is a community event for all generations of villagers. It is whole lot of fun to watch or partake in and involves a lot of fun events at no cost. It is usually a mid-day start and afternoon tea is provided by the organising village. A small contribution is asked for to cover costs. The disco/band and evening meal is a ticketed event. Again prices are low. Details are posted on Sutton’s notice-board and throughout the village on telegraph poles. Village Oil Club A oil club operates in the village, this is part of a larger group of villages and offers significantly discounted household oil deliveries. The club is a FREE service. To join contact Brett Edgeworth on email [email protected] or telephone 07867382106. SUW Welcome Note last updated 18 November 2018 Page 3 North Yorkshire Community Messaging The Parish Council forwards information/alert emails from the North Yorkshire Community Messaging. Should you wish to receive these emails, please contact the Parish Clerk on email [email protected] Alternatively you can join the NYCM direct and tailor your requirements as to what type of information you would like to receive and how you would like to receive it. The NYCM can be found at the following address https://www.northyorkshirecommunitymessaging.org/ No Cold Calling Zone Parts of the village have been in a ‘No Cold Calling Zone’ since November 2013. At the time of implementation North Yorkshire County Council delivered an information pack and door stickers to relevant households. If you do not have this information and would like to receive it, please contact NYCC Trading Standards on 01609 534800 Frequently Asked Questions: How can I exercise and enjoy the countryside? Sutton is surrounded by beautiful countryside and the North Yorkshire Moors, Cleveland Way, Sutton Bank, the notoriously steep climb up the nearby escarpment, and Cleveland Hills are all within easy reach. A favourite local walk is around Lake Gormire. There is a cafe at the Sutton Bank Visitor Centre. A little further afield to the East is the Yorkshire Coast, and to the West, the Yorkshire Dales. Information about walks and events around Thirsk can be obtained at the Thirsk Tourist Information, Market Place, Thirsk, http://www.visitthirsk.org.uk/ or 01845 522755. The world renowned Yorkshire Gliding Club is located at the top of Sutton Bank and flying can be observed from the path around the Kilburn White Horse headland or by visiting the Club House, where you can also enjoy home-made refreshments and arrange Trial Flights. Where can I find medical care? Thirsk is your nearest town for a GP, Dentist, Optician etc. Up to date names and telephone numbers can be found on: http://www.thirsk.org.uk/thirsk-health.php Recommendations can be sought from neighbours. The nearest hospital which also has an Accident and Emergency service is at The Friarage, Bullamoor Road, Northallerton DL6 1JG. Tel. 01609 779911. SUW Welcome Note last updated 18 November 2018 Page 4 What sporting facilities do we have? Thirsk has a Leisure Centre with a gym, pool and exercise classes. There are also golf courses in Thirsk and Northallerton. You will find squash courts, cricket, tennis, rugby and an Athletic’s Club on the Thirsk Racecourse grounds. There are many local football teams. For a more relaxing recreation there are two bowling greens at Sowerby and on the Thirsk Race Course. Numerous sporting and educational activities are run under the auspices of Community Education so keep an eye open on local notice boards for countless specialised activities held around the area. Here are a small selection of activities and clubs: Carlton Lodge at Carlton Miniott, near Thirsk offers a Canoe Club and adventurous training for children. There is the NYP Triathlon Club that regularly meets at Ampleforth College Leisure Centre in the Winter and Ripon Race Course Lake in Summer. Thirsk & Sowerby Harriers meet on Monday and Wednesday, either at Thirsk School during term time or at Athletic Club on the Thirsk Race Course. Details can be found on http://www.thirskandsowerbyharriers.co.uk/ Sutton village also has pool, dominoes, darts and football teams, please enquire at the pub. The nearest children’s play grounds are at Bagby, Thirlby, Sowerby and Norby (Thirsk). Please note Thirsk Tourist Information has detailed lists with addresses and contact details concerning a range of services, http://www.visitthirsk.org.uk/ or 01845 522755 What can I find in Thirsk? Thirsk is a small market town. It has the Zillah Bell Gallery, museums, pubs, restaurants, various take-aways and hairdressers which can be found easily by walking round the town. Its supermarkets are: the Co-op in the Market Square and Tesco and Lidl on the A61 on the edge of town, near the racecourse. There are a number of Banks, around the Market Square. Market days are Monday and Saturday. What’s the routine for rubbish collection? You should have the following wheelie bins, black (general waste), blue topped (recycling except glass) and green (compostable garden waste). In addition you should have a blue box for glass. There are restrictions on the type of waste which goes into each receptacle and frequency of collection changes to accommodate bank holidays throughout the year. Collections are on alternate Tuesdays. Latest information is available from Hambleton District Council, based in Northallerton: http://www.hambleton.gov.uk/ or 01609 779977 SUW Welcome Note last updated 18 November 2018 Page 5 Any culture? Sutton is very well placed for the Arts. The Ritz Cinema in Thirsk is friendly and inexpensive and shows the latest films. It is staffed by volunteers. Thirsk Museum and the Herriot Centre, both on Kirkgate, celebrate famous, local people and events. Rural Arts on Westgate offers a wide variety of events and activities and Sowerby Music at St.