April 2015 Edition No. 105 The Independent Business Directory Serving The Residents of Marshfield And Surrounding Areas www.marshfieldmail.co.uk Driveways & Patios, Stone Walling All Brick & Blockwork Pathways & Decking Turfing & Fencing, Tree Surgery Garden Maintenance, Hedge Cutting Pressure Washing COMPETITIVE RATES FREE QUOTATIONS PRIVATE & COMMERCIAL WORK Fully Insured & Fully Qualified 01633 681516 / 07866 025944 LRLANDSCAPES@AOL.COM Marshfield Resident SPECIAL OFFER 10% off All Fencing info@marshfieldmail.co.uk Supplied & Fitted 2 LADY GOLFERS ALL ABILITIES AND AGES ARE WELCOMED BY PETERSTONE LAKES GOLF CLUB Peterstone, Wentloog, CF3 2TN We are a friendly all inclusive Ladies Section and would welcome any new members to our club. Seven day and five day membership available. Spread the cost of your membership over an 8 month period from only £71.25 per month. A complimentary game of golf can be arranged with one of our lady members prior to joining Please contact : Peterstone Lakes Golf Club (Nicola) on 01633 680009 Function room available for hire for:- Birthday Parties Engagement Parties Private Functions www.peterstonelakes.co.uk To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 2 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 3 33 COMMUNITY NEWS, INDEX & ARTICLES P.8 P.14 P.17 P.18&19 P.24 P.25 P.30 P.34 P.37 P.38 P.40 P.45 P.46 P.48&49 P.50&51 P.52&53 P.54 P.57 Coffee Break Quiz and Sudoku. Teenage Cancer Trust - Events at Twist 2015. Article - Put A Spring In Your Step. March Cryptic Crossword. April Wordsearch. WANTED...4 Bedroom Home in Marshfield Cake and Bake - Fruit Tiramisu. April Recipe - Greek Vegetable Bake. April Motoring Article - 4x4’s. April Home & Interiors Article - Charming Country Style. Useful Telephone Numbers. April Spot The Difference. The Marshfield Mail Kidz Page. Police Neighbourhood News. April Council Matters. Solution’s Page. Article - Golden Years, Memories of 50 Years Ago. April Book Review - Practically Magic. P.58 P.58 P.59 P.60 P.61 P.62 P.62 P.63 P.64 P.65 P.66 .Community Notice Board William Graham - Welsh Assembly Member. Castleton Baptist Church. What’s On At Castleton & District Village Hall. What’s On At Marshfield Village Hall. Marshfield Community Council - Monthly Update. Marshfield Magpies Update. Marshfield Village Fete - Saturday 27th June. Marshfield Junior & Youth Football Club. Castleton Playgroup Coffee Moring - Monday 13th April. St Mary’s & St Bridget’s Churches. Index of Advertisers. The Marshfield Mail Editor: Victoria Maud , Printer: Warwick Printing, Warwickshire T: 01633 689063 M: 07711 944063 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk www.marshfieldmail.co.uk Whilst every care has been taken to ensure that data in this publication is accurate, the editor cannot accept any liability to any party for loss or damage caused by errors or omissions. The Marshfield Mail can not be held responsible for any errors or omissions or endorse companies, products or services appearing in this magazine. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the prior permission of the editor. 4 4 A New Gym, A New You!! NEW Class 5pm - 5.45pm To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 4 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 0800 999 6544 Michael Bolton Home Improvements 07908 041115 Flooring Decking Fencing Kitchen & Bathroom Fitting Interior & Exterior Painting & Decorating info@marshfieldmail.co.uk We supply and fit a New Range of Radiator Cabinets 5 6 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 6 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Calling All Budding Actors!!! 7 7 The Helen O’Grady Drama Academy Summer Performances start in April! Book now to claim your child’s free trial and see them perform on stage this July! As well as performing on stage our sessions will help your child to: Feel good about themselves Speak and move confidently Meet new friends Improve English language skills Be part of a team “Production term is an exciting time at the Helen O’Grady Drama Academy. Children perform in theatres with lighting, set and costume; a very exciting and thrilling experience for them all. Each child is included in the show and given their chance to really shine out! At the end of the show each student is presented with an achievement award; a certificate, medal or trophy marking their time spent with us. Last year a member of our Chepstow Youth Theatre received his award for 12 years with our academy!” Becky, Principal. For more information about classes call the South Wales Office on 029 2046 2540. info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 7 4 8 Coffee Break Break Fun Quiz • Crossword Across: 6 3. Standard (9) 8. Passion (4) 9. Staunch (9) 10. Shrewd (6) 11. Keen (5) 14. Famous (5) 15. Measure (4) 16. Scrub (5) 18. Emporium (4) 20. Come in (5) 21. Foster (5) 24. Remarkable (6) 25. Fitful (9) 26. Responsibility (4) 27. Burial (9) Sudoku 8 4 1 Fill in the grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the digits 1 through 9. That's all there is to it. It's fun. It's challenging .It's addictive! Solving time is typically from 20 to 45 minutes, depending on your skill and experience. 1 8 8 5 9 9 4 1 2 2 4 7 6 9 7 2 7 6 5 3 1 9 4 2 5 Solutions on Page 64 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Solutions on Pages 52&53 8 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 9 10 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 ST BRIDES, WENTLOOG, NEWPORT. NP10 8SQ Telephone 01633 680572 WWW.GREENMOORNURSERIES.CO.UK HANGING BASKETS LOOSE SEED POTATOES £1.50 KG KINGS FAMOUS SEEDS, GREENHOUSE GLASS & PERSPEX OAK BARRELS, COMPOST 3 BAGS £11 COLOURED STONE, SHRUBS, PERENNIALS BULBS, PANSIES AND ALL YOUR VEGETABLES NOW AVAILABLE PLUSinfo@marshfieldmail.co.uk MUCH MUCH MORE info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 11 Grab Services Collection & Delivery of all Aggregates, Brick, Block, Sand, Tarmac & Top Soil. Day Hire Available. • • • • • • Fully Insured Competitive Rates Free Quotations 8 Tonne Capacity 20 years experience References Available Call Darren 07740 902181 01633 681500 darren@shiftitgrabservices.co.uk Marshfield Resident 12 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 April 5th Easter Sunday ENTERTAINMENT With (The Very Popular) 10 St Mellons Road Marshfield. 01633 680308 ABIGAIL HARRIS www.the-masonsarms.co.uk Starts 9pm APRIL MEAL DEAL MONDAY, TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY 2 MEALS FOR ONLY £10.95 * *This offer is not available on Bank Holidays & cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. THE MASONS ARMS Doug’s Quiz Nights Sunday 12th April Sunday 19th April Sunday 26th April Sunday 2nd May Starts 8.30pm SUNDAY BBQ’s Start 3rd May 4.30pm info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 13 Twist Events 2015 We are fund-raising throughout 2015 for Teenage Cancer Trust, please come along and support our events. 17th April 2015 Volunteers for Head Shave donations welcome all day. 1st May 2015 Brick-a-brac day coffee and cake, face painting after 2pm. 5th June 2015 Open till 10pm lady's Night, tickets available to buy at salon. 22nd May 2015 Wax-a-thon 21st August 2015 Charity Stripper/Lady’s Night at the British legion, tickets available to buy at salon. 4th October 2015 Kelly’s Sky Dive to raise funds for Teenage Cancer Trust. TWIST Salon with a Twist, salon quality without salon prices!! 814 Newport Road, Rumney, Cardiff (Opposite The Cross Inn) 02920 363137 Cut & Finish from £15.00 Full Head Colour from £22.00 Full Head Foils from £30.00 Semi Permanent Colours from £15.00 Men’s hair cuts from £5.00 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 14 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 CASTLETON CONSTRUCTION • Loft Conversions • Garage Conversions • General Building • Extensions • Refurbishment • Renovations • New Build • Structural Roofing • Patio’s • Block Drives • Garden Walls • Plans to Completion “We can give you more living space without the high cost, upheaval and stress of moving house.” For advice and a free itemised quotation contact Wayne on: 077132 10755 or 01633 680951 (Marshfield Resident) Pictures taken from a recent local project We now offer a Gas safe Service Boiler renewals, Boiler repairs, Central Heating Systems, Landlords Certificates info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 15 16 16 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 17 18 18 18 April Cryptic Crossword To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 1. Loans God made for boats (8) 1919 9. Keep account half hour after huntsman's cry (5-2) 10. Game fashioned from a table leg (9) 11. Intrinsic nature of poor sense before religious body (7) 12. Roam about with upset rodent catcher (9) ACROSS 14. She's on the sheltered side (3) 15. Irate bid to modify bitter verbal attack (8) 17. Footwear hits hard (5) 21. Coffer for the lungs? (5) 23. Foreign relation (Asian) (8) 24. Electrically-charged particle seen in visions (3) 27. Wins coins in a state (9) 29. I can't recall having it (7) 31. Detains differently as an alternative (7) 32. Abnormal side buds settled down (8) 2. Approaches a snare in the wrong way (5) 3. Undisguised container upset (8) 4. Church tower sharply sloping before the French (7) DOWN 5. Girls after good spectacles (7) 6. City of wild cats' sounds (5) Solution on P.52 & 53 30. Tourer can be such a storyteller (9) 7. Bless one poorly filleted (8) 8. Single explosive device (1-4) 13. Tune I compose to connect (5) 16. Rod to drink in? (3) 18. Applauds one hundred circuits (5) 19. A coiner's revised outline (8) 20. Colour annoyed medics (3,5) 22. Trip set out for racing adviser (7) 23. Ahead, to where nurses might be found? (7) 25. Dormant form of nitre (5) 26. Hangs round to grind the teeth (5) info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 28. Eminent number reduced by little Theodore (5) info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 19 “Pension Freedom & Choices” From April 2015, the rules are changing about what you will be able to do with the money in your pension fund. From age 55, you will have more choice and control. You will be able to:• Take out up to 25% tax free and then use some or all of your pension to buy an income for life if you want to, and/or • Take out up to 25% tax free and then drawdown any amount you like, over any period of time, or • Take out one, or a series of, lump sums however you like, with 25% of each being tax free Want to know more ? Please call on 02920 364733 We will be happy to talk through the options with you. *Free Initial Consultation* Levels and bases of, and reliefs from, taxation are subject to change and their value depends on the individual circumstances of the investor. Proactive Financial Solutions is an appointed representative of Lighthouse Advisory Services Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. 20 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk richardwilliamselectrical@yahoo.com info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 21 Tel: 07861 653073 • • • • • • • • MOT’s Brakes Exhausts Valeting from £25 Servicing From £49 Diagnostics from £25 Bodywork undertaken Hand car wash from £5 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 22 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 29 • • • • • • • • • Marshfield Residents Nails Waxing Spray Tanning Micro Ring Hair Extensions Children’s Pamper Parties Teeth Whitening Eyelashes Threading Flabelos Machine Appointments not always necessary Beauty Salon 750A Newport Road Rumney Cardiff T: 02920 794446 Welsh Bros Foods Ltd Home Meat Deliveries Special Offer January to June 2015 FREE Delivery Full range of Beef, Pork, Lamb, Poultry, Cooked Meats, Burgers, Chicken, Bacon & Deli. Restaurant quality products, lower prices than supermarkets. Contact 01633 273344 for details & prices (option 1 for sales, ask for Julie, Joe or Alan) or Email orders@welshbros.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 23 Brick Paving Specialists ALL TYPES OF INTERLOCKING BRICKWORK Drives, Block Paving, Patios, Paths, Yards, Crazy Paving, Slabbing, Tarmac & Wall Building. Decking & Landscape Gardening. Fencing & Concrete Driveways. Manholes & Drains Fitted. Cleaning & Sealing All Expertly Excavated, Hardcored, Power Rolled, Kerbed & Rubbish Removed. Fully Insured Fully Guaranteed For a FREE NO OBLIGATION Quotation Please Call Patrick 01633 681184 / 07798 551206 Marshfield Resident Over 10 Years Experience Solution on P.52 & 53 15% off all work during April To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 24 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Andrew 07878 261164 Martain 07989 186295 Office 01633 680606 Unit 41 Walnut Tree Farm St Brides NP10 8SQ Allen & Harris Estate Agents have clients who have sold their property and are URGENTLY looking for a 4 bedroom home in Marshfield. They have sold to First Time Buyers and are eager to move as soon as possible. If you are looking to sell, please contact us on 029 20 464744 this is a GENUINE request. info@marsh info@marshfieldmail.co.uk ld il k 25 Landscaping, Garden Design & Maintenance Service Lawn Mowing, Turfing and Hedge Trimming Patios and Brick Work Bespoke Garden Sheds, Fencing Pergolas, Arches, Timber Framed Construction & Water Features Contact Darren on 07855523033 / 02920472616 Fully Insured, Licensed Waste Carrier, References Available. To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 26 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Springfield Riding Stables St Brides, Wentloog, Newport NP10 8SR British Horse Society Approved Qualified Tuition with REGD Instructors Small Friendly Family Run Stables We Specialise in Lessons for Children from 5yrs &Teenagers Beginners & Riders Welcome Competitive Prices Equipment Available For Further Information Contact 01633 680610 07800 833404 JUST CUTZ By Creative Cutting Call Donna on: 029 2036 0249 Hairdressing within the comfort of Your own home Free Mini-Valet when Unit 3 you quote 'Marshfield Mail' Watford Road upon booking. Cardiff, CF24 1RY (Off Newport Road, next to executive MOT) info@mars hfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 27 Cardiff Mower Services at Dutch Garden Centre Mower on the blink? 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Call Vicky on 01633 689063 or 07711 944063 Email: info@marshfieldmail.co.uk www.marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 39 Useful Telephone Numbers Age Concern Cardiff & Vale of Glamorgan 02920 360 306 Alcoholics Anonymous (Calls Charged at Local Rates) 0845 769 7555 Capital Taxis 02920 777777 Citizens Advice Bureau 0844 477 2020 South Wales Police Cardiff Central 02920 222 111 Gwent Police Newport Central 01633 838 111 Traveline Cymru 0871 200 2233 (information on bus and rail services across Wales) Electricity (Loss of Power) 0800 052 0400 Gas Emergency (Gas Leaks) 0800 111 999 Water 0800 052 0130 Royal Gwent Hospital 01633 234234 University Hospital 02920 747747 Crime Prevention Officer 01633 245451 Parentline Plus 0808 800 2222 Wales Domestic Abuse 0808 2010 800 NHS Direct 0845 46 47 Train Times/Enquiries 08457 484950 South Wales Fire Service (Health & Safety Check) 0800 169 1234 NHS Organ Donor Register 0845 60 60 400 Give Blood Locally 08457711711 Childline 0800 1111 RSPCA 0300 123 4999 Newport City Council 01633 656656 The Samaritans 01633 259000 Local Village Hall Bookings:- 40 Castleton 01633 681021 (Pam) Marshfield 07925 307875 Bookings Old St Mellons 02920 259892 (Derek) Peterstone 01633 680100 (Carole) St Brides 01633 680121 (Diane) il’ To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 KINSEY CARPENTER & JOINER MOTORSERVICES Located behind Castleton Petrol Station • • • • • • • • • • • MOT’s Servicing Timing Belts Tracking Clutches Exhaust Suspension Batteries Welding Air Conditioning Diagnostics All types of house maintenance and carpentry works undertaken • • • • • Garage Conversions Kitchens Bathrooms Flooring Stair Rails Over 30 years experience No job to small Special rates for OAP’s Telephone Steve 07967 478256 Call Carl on 07949 228760 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@m hfieldmail.co.uk hfi 41 42 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 ALL WORK FULLY INSURED AND GUARANTEED Condensing & Combination Boilers, repaired, Serviced & Installed. 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LANDSCAPES T: 029 2079 3504 M: 078 1210 0189 craig.moreton@hotmail.co.uk 5, Uplands Road, Rumney info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 43 Solution on P.52 & 53 44 April Spot The Difference 44 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 44 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 0DUVKILHOG 5RDG 0DUVKILHOG &) 78 2SHQ $OO 'D\ (YHU\GD\ )URP DP )RRG 6HUYHG 'DLO\ DP WR SP 1(: 0HQX $UULYLQJ 0D\ -RLQ XV RQ 6DWXUGD\ 0D\ WK IRU RXU VW %LUWKGD\ 3DUW\ $FRXVWLFV ZLWK $ULDQQH 6ND 7ULEXWH 1LJKW $XWKHQWLF ,QGLDQ &XUU\ 1LJKWV (9(5< :HGQHVGD\ DW < 0DHUXQ 7$.($:$< $YDLODEOH (9(5< 'D\1LJKW info@marshfieldmail.co.uk < 0DHUXQ 6WHDN 1LJKWV (9(5< 7XHVGD\ 6WHDNV SOXV D ERWWOH RU 5HG :LQH IURP 45 ge a P z Kid 46 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Solution on P.52 & 53 46 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 VELINDRE GLASS For all your window & glass repairs Email: velindreglasscardiff@gmail.com 02920 613 208 07557 434 879 Glass & Glazing Specialists • • • • • • • • • • • • • Reliable & Friendly Local Glass Company Established in 1977 Domestic & Commercial work undertaken All aspect of glass & glazing, supply only or supply & fitted Replacement of failed double glazed units Repair of uPVC, aluminium & metal windows, hinges & handles Toughened safety glass Laminated safety glass Mirrors, table tops and shelves Conservatory glass 30 Years’ experience in Coloured splash backs the glass & glazing industry Stained glass & lead lights Free estimates a pleasure Greenhouse glass www.velindreglass.co.uk Neil Hadley info@marshfieldmail.co.uk References Available info@marshfieldmail.co.uk Local Resident 47 48 48 Marshfield Community Newsletter April 2015 Inspector Neil Muirhead: Since my last ‘BLOG’ we have run a two day operation in the Marshfield area of Newport. On the 27th and 28th February 2015. The aim of the operation was to tackle crime in the Marshfield ward and also to reassure residents and help make them feel safe. The operation was run due to an increase in crime. In February we saw an increase in thefts from vehicles and non-dwelling burglaries (Shed/Garages). On 26th February, five sheds were broken into on Marshfield 15Road near to Castleton Rise. On the 27th February a garage which was left open on Craig Yr Haul Drive had a chainsaw and mountain bike stolen. Vehicles have been entered on Cambrian Drive, Cambrian Close, Cambrian Grove, Church Lane, The Shires and Mallards Reach. These vehicles have been left insecure and property left clearly on display. On the 25th February, fishing equipment was stolen from Peterstone lakes. On the 24th February, equipment was stolen from the new Persimmon Homes site in Coedkernew. Due to this increase in crime, local Pill officers conducted the operation, and were helped by colleagues from the Road Policing Unit, the Farm Watch Co-ordinator, our Dog section and South Wales Police Traffic Dept. The results are as follows; 1 man arrested for Dangerous Driving, Failing to Stop for police, no insurance and driving otherwise in accordance with a licence 1 man arrested for driving while under the influence of excess alcohol 1 man arrested for driving while under the influence of excess alcohol and possession of a controlled drug. This man was later charged with these offences and 2 outstanding making off without payment offences 1 female arrested for driving while disqualified and no insurance. Their vehicle was seized. 1 man arrested for drunk and disorderly 3 fixed penalty tickets issued for Possession of Cannabis 5 vehicles seized due to having no insurance and the drivers reported for driving document offences with one issued a £300 fine and 6 points. 1 Section 59 warning issued for inconsiderate driving – if seen driving in the same way again, their vehicle can be seized. 1 Section 59 seizure of a vehicle following inconsiderate driving 30 vehicles checked 30 people checked More than 20 stop searches including people and vehicles OWL Membership We are continuing to signs residents up to OWL. We are also in the process of signing up Farms and households in the Marshfield area to our “FARM WATCH” and “Neighbourhood Watch”. If you or anybody you know would like to be signed up for OWL please contact Caroline.Doidge@gwent.pnn.police.uk. huw.moses@gwent.pnn.police.uk To advertise in ’TheorMarshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 48 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Your Police Force is changing… In order to improve the service we provide, we are making some changes to the way in which we are structured. You can find out more about these changes at www.gwent.police.uk From April 2015, Neighbourhood Policing will be organised into two Local Policing Areas (LPAs) one in the East, covering Newport and Monmouthshire and one in the West covering Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen. There will also be a change in the way we provide many specialist police services, with more of these being delivered by local officers. During this change, we would like to reassure you that the overall service you receive will be improved. As a result of the changes there will be… · · More officers with local knowledge based in the community Officers moved from HQ support departments to neighbourhood policing · · More officers working in the areas in which they are needed most Neighbourhood Inspectors accountable to the community they serve · Neighbourhood Support Inspectors based in each Local Policing · Area managing incidents as they occur Specialist resources available locally, meaning a faster response with a greater understanding of local issues The ways in which you can contact us remain the same. You can do this by…. · · · Speaking to your local officer. Visit www.gwent.police.uk for details E-mailing our contact centre contact@gwent.pnn.police.uk Joining OWL the on-line Neighbourhood Watch www.owl.co.uk/ gwent · · Calling 101 for non-emergencies and 999 for emergencies Calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 49 Council Matters By Councillor Richard White, Conservative, Marshfield Ward Telephone: 01633 680116 Email richard.white@newport.gov.uk Cllr Tom Suller can be contacted on 01633 300114 or Email tom.suller@newport.gov.uk Velothon Wales Make a note in your diary that on Sunday June 14th a major cycling event will be passing through the Wentloog Levels. This is an event on wheels similar to a running marathon. At a recent briefing on the event it was said that 15,000 riders are signed up to take part in the amateur event with riders leaving Cardiff City Centre from about 7.00am in batches spaced out for safety reasons. The part of the route which affects us brings them along Wentloog Avenue and the Coast Road through Peterstone and St. Brides and on to Newport and Abergavenny. I am told the road will be totally closed to allow the riders to pass in safety. The 300 or so professional riders will leave Cardiff at 12.30 and should pass through our area quite quickly. Whether the road remains totally closed between the time the amateur and professional riders pass through is not clear. The organisers will be contacting businesses that may be affected and signs will be posted in advance of the event taking place. If you require more details on the route, road closure times or how to take part go to www.velothonwales.co.uk or call 0292 144 4880 or email route@velothon-wales.co.uk This is part of a global series of Velothons taking place in Berlin, Stockholm and other venues around the World and should put Newport and Gwent on the world stage once again. The event will have full TV coverage, is free to watch and will attract thousands of visitors. No Waiting Order- Marshfield Road As part of the development at Acorn Place no waiting at any time yellow lines are proposed either side of the entrance to the development and the entrance to 61a and 62a on Marshfield Road. A short section of yellow line is also proposed opposite the entrance to Acorn Place. This proposal should be beneficial for traffic safety. Anyone who wishes to object to the proposed order can see the details at the Civic Centre during normal working hours and must respond in writing before the 17th April. Traffic Accidents – Coast Road There are an increasing number of traffic accidents occurring on the Coast Road particularly on the bends in St. Brides. It is apparent that vehicles are driving too fast for the road conditions and a lot of the time exceeding the speed limits. I would urge everyone to drive with care and keep to the speed limits. Do not cut bends and be aware that someone who does not know the road may be coming towards you and may be going too fast or cutting a bend. Temporary Closure of the Coastal Path The Coastal Path will be closed at Tabbs Gout, Peterstone from the Cardiff boundary for a distance of 700 metres to the east to allow repair works to the sea defences to be carried out. The closure will take affect from April 1st for six months or until the work is complete if that is earlier. A temporary signed alternative walking route will be available. To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 50 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Orange Bin Collections Just a reminder that collection of garden waste re-commenced on and after the 16th March on your usual collection date and will continue throughout the Summer and Autumn. Cycling Events In connection with the Velothon a cycle training event for young riders is proposed to take place at the Velodrome on April 20th Welsh Cycling are also proposing a “SheCycles” project aiming to encourage women and young girls to take up cycling and possibly competitive cycling. If you are interested contact cat.crimmins@weslh-cycling.co.uk Broadband Considerable work is being undertaken by Openreach on their cable route to St. Brides. I am told that Superfast broadband should be available by June of this year. Work to Peterstone will then follow. If you wish to view details go to www.superfast-cymru.com or www.superfast-openreach.co.uk for more details Crime It appears that we have to be vigilant and not leave our cars, houses, garages or garden sheds unlocked. There have been several incidents in the area recently. If you would like to receive emails about local crime join OWL, the neighbourhood watch organisation, and receive update emails on crime, current scams and much more useful information. Go to www.owl.co.uk/gwent for more Tidal Lagoon The proposed tidal lagoon between Cardiff and Newport to generate power from the tides now has it’s own website which you can view at www.tidallagooncardiff.com The website contains information on the proposals and will be updated as the project is developed. You can also register for regular updates and telephone them on 02921 510 511 for information. Register to Vote Not long now until the general election in May so make sure you are registered to vote. If you have not received a polling card telling you where your polling station is telephone the electoral registration office on 01633 210744 to check whether you are registered to vote. Fly Tipping It appears that as soon as the litter picking teams have cleaned up our roads that some unthinking people throw litter out of their vehicles and mess the area up again. As you are probably aware the Council’s budget is much reduced and as such we only have limited time allocated to our ward for litter picking. If you witness anyone throwing rubbish out of vehicles or dumping rubbish please take vehicle details and report it to the Police on 101 or email contact@gwent.pnn.police.uk and the Council on 01633 656656 or email info@newport.gov.uk You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 Big Splash Weekend This popular event will take place this year from Friday May29th until Sunday May 31st in conjunction with the Maindee Festival. Many varied events are planned most of which are free. For more details go to www.newport.gov.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 51 Solution’s Page Crossword Solution from P. 18 & 19 Fun Quiz Solution from P.8 1. Torvill and Dean 2. Jedward 3. Laurel and Hardy 4. Ant 5. Batman And Robin 6. Robson and Jerome 7. Wallace and Gromit 8. Pixie and Dixie 9.Dumb and Dumber 10.The Chuckle Brothers 52 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Sudoku Solution from P. 8 Kidz Page Solution from P.46 11 footballs 1 Cat 2 Dogs 3 Toys 4 Bottles, Cans & Carton Spot The Difference Solution from P.45 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. Skydiver missing Shoes change colour Cloud added Toggle Badge on helmet Parachute line Birds Goggles Mouth changed The sun info@marshfieldmail.co.uk Wordsearch Solution from P.24 Hidden phrase: Happiness is a warm puppy. Charles M. Schulz 53 Specialists In All Aspects of Carpentry & Joinery Kitchens Hardwood Flooring Door Hanging Architrave & Skirting Fitted Wardrobes Stairs (Handrails, Spindles & Newels) Fencing & Decking Fascias & Guttering For a FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTE Call Dean on 07516 451185 / 01633 676503 www.djs-carpentry.co.uk To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 54 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 55 56 56 To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 56 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 57 info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 57 Community Notice Board St. Mellons Road, Marshfield. A very warm welcome awaits you at any of our Sunday Services held at 10.30 a.m. and 6.00 p.m. Jnr Church for 12-16yrs and Sunday School for 3-11yrs Other activities held in Gateway during the week for young people Wednesday: Jigsaw Club 5pm (Reception—Year 5) Other things going on in GatewayMonthly over 60’s Luncheon Club - ring for details Coffee Club: Ladies meetings : Bible Study :Prayer evenings For more information please contact Rev.Roger Foster (01633 680132) www.castletonbaptistchurch.co.uk To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 e.mail gatewayccentre@castletonbaptistchurch.co.uk 58 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Community Notice Board info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 59 Community Notice Board To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 60 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Community Notice Board Marshfield Community Council Chairperson: Mr Alan Chase, Clerk: Mr G C Thomas 4 Kenilworth Road, Newport, South Wales NP19 8JQ Tel: 01633 664285 www.marshfieldcommunitycouncil.org Entry for Marshfield Community Council following March 2015 meeting: Proposed Multi-Use Games Area. The meeting, which was attended by a number of local residents who had been made aware of this agenda item, received an illustrated presentation of the MUGA that is being proposed by the preferred bidder for its construction. This is aimed at providing a free access, all-weather facility for tennis, netball, basketball, and 5-a-side style football. The aim is to encourage young and older people to engage in self-organised activity sport whenever they want. However, the aims of the proposal, its location in the sports field and a lack of operational management were strongly challenged by those present and we will now be critically reviewing the proposal and its objectives. It is probable that we would then come back with an all-inclusive questionnaire to gauge the opinions of the wider community. the very serious situation that would occur if the Village Hall committee AGM failed to elect a new fully operational team in place of the high number of members retiring. The present members were elected 4 years ago from a similar situation when the hall had been closed and locked up. MCC has the ability to take up a fixed number of seats but the hall is a separate charitable trust and needs to be run independently if possible. We agreed that members of MCC were free to attend the AGM as independents if so desired. MCC will work with the new committee to assist with shortfalls if necessary. We were pleased to welcome the Police Community Officers to the meeting. They were able to assist with questions about possible nighttime misuse of a MUGA. Regrettably, they reported an increase in neighbourhood crime and gave the message that we should all remain vigilant. However, they were also able to report that, as a result of their recent Operation, they made a number of arrests and issued several fixed penalty notices and warnings for a range of crimes. Once again, we are all urged to resister with their OWL system for real time information on local crime. Councillor Joel Williams took up Barchester’s invitation to represent the Community Council at their “topping out” ceremony at Castleton Care Home. He had a guided tour of the quickly progressing Care Home. The new home will provide a muchneeded service to our local community and create local jobs for local people. He reported that the quality of the new facilities was impressive and he is confident that the new establishment will be a valued asset to our community. The Council is currently formulating responses to a number of consultations including: Devolution of Powers to Community Councils; Tidal Lagoon consultation on their environmental scoping report; Tax Devolution in Wales; Powers of the Public Services Ombudsman for Wales; The new National Plant Monitoring Scheme. The next meeting will be Tuesday 7th April 7.30pm info@marshfieldmail.co.uk at Marshfield Village Hall. All Welcome info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 61 Community Notice Board To advertise in ’The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 62 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Community Notice Board Marshfield JYFC is a vibrant, well organised and welcoming village football club that runs teams from U7 to U18. We have in excess of 180 players. We are keen to recruit players at all age levels but especially at U9 (Yr4), U12 (Yr7) and U13 (Yr8). We would also be keen to hear from anyone who may be interested in managing/coaching an age group or just volunteering on a training evening/matchday. Please feel free to email Andrew Davies the club secretary at ajd1603@hotmail.com if you are interested. info@marshfieldmail.co.uk info@marshfieldmail.co.uk 63 Community Notice Board 64 To advertise in ‘The Marshfield Mail’ please call 01633 689063 Community Notice Board St Mary’s & St Bridget’s Churches Last month I wrote to you all about the serious financial situation of St.Mary’s Church in Marshfield. Following the distribution of the March Mail, each house in Marshfield received a copy of the questionnaire through the door as well as a gift aid envelope. The Marshfield Store and Post Office has kindly agreed to a box being placed on the counter to receive the completed forms and any donations you may wish to give. Alternatively, both could be posted through the Vicarage door or taken to the church. We have received a small number of responses so far and I urge you to let us have the forms back so that we can have a true picture of what the church means to you. We are launching a website on www.stmarysmarshfield.co.uk to keep everyone up to date with our news and fundraising events etc. There is also the option via the web site to access the questionnaire and to answer it on line. May I also ask that you consider setting up a monthly standing order to support the church, if you contact me I can give you details. St.Mary’s is holding a quiz on 23rd April at St.Mellons Village Hall ( maximum of 8 in a team) £7.50 to include supper. The Annual Fete will be held at the church on 30th May from 11.00am – 3.00pm. St.Bridget’s is holding a coffee morning at the church on 11th April 10.30am – 12.00 noon and a ‘Pig Racing’ evening at the Lighthouse Inn on 8th May at 7.30pm. The beginning of April falls during Holy Week with the Maundy Thursday service on 2nd April at St.Mary’s at 7.00pm. This is the service where we commemorate Jesus washing the feet of his disciples. There are two short services on Good Friday, 11.00am Family service and 2.00pm service of The Cross both at St.Mary’s. Please bring the children during the morning so they can understand the whole story of Easter. There is a service at St.Bridget’s on Easter Eve at 8.00pm where the Paschal candle for the coming year is brought into church and a 9.00am Eucharist at St.Bridget’s – 10.30am at St.Mary’s for Easter Day. Wear your Easter Bonnet and also colour the Easter Egg from the March edition to win an Easter Egg (a symbol of the empty tomb of Christ). Easter Day is when Christians celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus after three days in the tomb. The gospel accounts tell us of the women coming to the tomb at dawn and encountering the Risen Christ. It is the most important day in the Christian year. You will be welcome at both of the churches. In countries where Christianity is a state religion or where the country has a large Christian population, Easter is often a public holiday. As Easter is always a Sunday, many countries in the world also have Easter Monday as a public holiday. Some shops, and restaurants are closed on Easter Sunday. 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