1. education
2. school

March wind is a jolly fellow;
He likes to joke and play.
He turns umbrellas inside out
And blows men's hats away.
He calls the pussy willows
And whispers in each ear,
"Wake up you lazy little seeds,
Don't you know that spring is here?”
Author Unknown
WELCOME
We would like to wish a very warm welcome
to all who have recently moved into the Parish of Enford.
We hope that you will find many new friends and neighbours
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ENFORD NEWSLETTER
Oil Buying Scheme/The Hub Cafe
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Gardeners/Grass Cutting
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The Hub Cafe
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Film Club/Community Speed Watch
Bingo
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Village Hall
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Youth Club News
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Cricket Club/Enford Cycling
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FRIDAY
20th MARCH 2015
All items for inclusion, whether they
are handwritten, typed or via e-mail,
MUST be submitted by the date of
the meeting. These articles may be
handed in to any Newsletter
Committee member.
Woodborough / Fishing / Football
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Thank you/Telephone Directory
Jumble Sale/
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All Saints Church
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Lent Lunches/Lent Talks
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A Vicar’s Musings
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Enford Gardening Club
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Newsletter Website/Darts
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Thank you Letter/Summer Fete
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Mobile Library
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Parish Council Summary/ Proms
Band Concert
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Our Travels Though the Antarctic
Regions
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Community Speed Watch
Messages
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The Tichborne Dole
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Police/Messages
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Advertising
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Village Committees
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March Diary
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Enford Newsletter Committee
reserves the right to reject or omit
from publication any material that is
considered by majority of Committee
Members to be detrimental to any
person or which is not in the best
interest of the community as a
whole. All letters and articles must
be signed, but the Committee will
withhold the name of the writer if
this is requested at the time of
sending it in.
ENFORD DEFIBRILLATOR
The defibrillator is in a yellow box on the wall
of Hill House, 9 Longstreet, SN9 6DD
Grid Ref SU142515.
It is located in the centre of Enford 25 m north
of The Swan next to the parish notice boards.
When you phone the Ambulance Service they
will give you the code to get into the cabinet.
YOU CAN READ MORE ABOUT IT AT,
WWW.ENFORDNEWSLETTER.ORG
WHERE YOU WILL ALSO FIND A LINK
TO A SHORT VIDEO SHOWING YOU
HOW TO USE IT.
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February 2015
Community Firsts oil buying scheme CF Oil, has now been running since October
2011, with just over 300 Members, saving an average of 10% an order compared with
prices given from other local suppliers.
Januarys Member Price was 37.25 pence per litre (+5% VAT)
The highest market price quoted in January was 59.9 pence per litre
The Average market price quoted for January was 42.9ppl
CF Oil not only saves you money on your heating oil, but also takes out the hassle of
phoning around for quotes each time you need oil.
If you would like further information or would like to join the scheme, please contact
CF Oil’s Administrator Jess Emery on 01380 732809, or email
oil@communityfirst.org.uk.
THE HUB AT THE SWAN INN
At the time of writing we have just finished our third week at the Hub. It was a great
morning with Enford folk being joined by those from Haxton, Netheravon and
Durrington. There was a real buzz about the place as everyone gathered around the log
fire and caught up with all the news over coffee and cake!
For those of you who haven't yet popped in, the Hub is Enford's new community cafe
running out of The Swan pub on Thursday mornings. We serve freshly brewed coffee
and tea and there is always a selection of scrumptious home-made cakes. Our aim is
to create a welcoming space for everyone whether you have 10 minutes to spare or 2
hours!
Amanda, Pauline and I want to thank everyone who has supported us so far. We hope
you'll continue to come and to tell your friends about it...better still, bring your friends!
See you soon,
Diane
Cake Rota
If you would like to join our rota to make a cake once a month, please call me on
01980 671769.
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ATTENTION ALL GARDENERS!
FROM THE PLANT STALL COMMITTEE OF ENFORD VILLAGE FETE
We seem to be gathering a good reputation from local gardeners who come in their droves to
buy annual flowering plants, shrubs and perennials from the Plant Stall at the June Fete.
If any of you have a space in your greenhouse or on a windowsill for a few seed trays of Cosmos, Cleome, Larkspur or any other pretty flowering annuals I'd be really grateful as they are
big sellers and the more the merrier!
I am happy to take them over once you've potted them on and they are ready to be left outside
(i.e. about May, when all frost risk is over) if that would help you out.
Jeni Scott Dalgleish, Longstreet House
01980670210
VOLUNTEER(S) REQUIRED
On behalf of the Parish Council:
The Parish Council is looking for a volunteer(s) to assist with grass cutting in both the
Community Garden and also at the Play Park.
Currently these areas are cut seven or eight times a year and we have been paying a
contractor. Due to endless budget cuts from all strata of public finance, it would
ultimately reduce the annual precept/Council Tax on each one of us in the Parish if
someone would offer to take this job on. The Parish Council will cover the cost of fuel
for your lawn mower.
If you have the time and commitment to the Parish, please contact
the Clerk – Elizabeth Harrison – on 01980 670034
eabh@btinternet.com
or the Chairman – Richard Roberts on 01980 671055 or email
chick.roberts@btopenworld.com
DO YOU NEED A LIFT TO THE VILLAGE HALL?
If you would like to come to any of the clubs or events in the Village Hall
but would like a lift or are worried about coming on your own, please call
01980 670501
01980 670345
email enfordvillagehall@btinternet.com
We will try and arrange for someone to pick you up and take you home.
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TUESDAY 24TH March
ENFORD VILLAGE HALL
STARRING BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH,
KIERA KNIGHTLEY
AND MATTHEW GOODE
During World War II, mathematician Alan Turing
tries to crack the enigma code with help from fellow mathematicians.
Doors open at 7.00 pm
Drinks available from the Bar
Tickets £5.00 each booked in advance and £6.00 on the night
Lifts can be arranged for anyone who would like to come
If you wish to join the Mailing List, would like to book tickets, or need a lift,
please contact 01980 670501 or email enfordvillagehall@btinternet.com
ENFORD COMMUNITY SPEED
WATCH
EASTER PRIZE BINGO
Due to illness and resignations, I am trying to
recruit new members for the Enford Community Speed Watch Group.
In memory of John Plank
Wed 1st April
Figheldean Working Men’s
Club
This is a worthwhile activity and since it was
formed a substantial decrease in the speed of
cars through Enford has been noticed.
If you are interested or require more
information please ring me on 01 980 670553
and I will be happy to meet you and explain the
procedure in more detail.
Doors open 7pm
Eyes down 7.30pm
Full training is given by Wiltshire Constabulary.
All proceeds
to Salisbury Stars Appeal
Michael Fay
Enford Speed Watch
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Come and join in some of the many activities
and clubs taking place in our Village Hall.
COMING UP
You can learn about photography and gardening, keep fit by attending Pilates, Keep
Fit or Yoga classes and have a night out at
the monthly Film Club night. The Youth
Club takes place, weekly, on a Friday night
and on Saturday there are football coaching sessions for the children .
10th March Parish Council Meeting
17th March Village Hall Meeting
24th March Film Night
You will also meet neighbours and friends.
enfordvillagehall@btinternet.com 01980 670501
Day
Activity
Mon
Yoga Beginners’
Class
Yoga Intermediate
Enford Film Club
Tues
Wed
Time
Emma Petitt 01980 670510
yoga@emmapetitt.co.uk
4th Tuesday in the
month Doors open
7.00 pm
6.15 pm – 7.15 pm
Judy D’Arcy Irvine 01980
670501
Wed
Body Conditioning
& Bootcamp
Short Mat Bowls
Thu
Pilates
8.45 am – 9.45am
Thu
Camera Club
Thu
Gardening Club
Fri
Youth Club
Sat
Children’s Sports
Football Coaching
Sessions
Red Lion Football
Club
8.00 pm – 9.00 pm
1st Thursday in
the month
7.00pm – 9.00 pm
2nd Thursday in
the month
6.00 pm – 8.00
p.m.
10.00am -11.00 am
Recreation Ground
Sun
Contact
6.00pm – 7.15 pm
7.30pm—9.00pm
7.30 pm – 10.00pm
Recreation Ground
Helen Gould-Cooper 01980
670324
h.gouldcooper@virgin.net
David Spencer 01980 670526
spencersgb@yahoo.co.uk
Nicci Caswell 01980 625245
Work
nicccaswell@btopenworld.com
Martin Webb 01980 670537
webb14@btinternet.com
Fanny Middleton 01980 671645
fannysurtees@btinternet.com
Bruce Carter 01980 670006
Ollie Stagg 01980 670634
olliestagg@wessexwater.co.uk
Ian Fribbins
Ian.fribbins@btinternet.com
YOUTH CLUB We would love to hear from anyone who is interested and who can
commit to a Friday evening once a month, weekly or fortnightly.
ENFORD FOOTBALL CLUB is running weekly Saturday morning Junior Football
Sessions. Contact Ollie Stagg 01980670634 for further information and to join in!
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Every Friday Night 6 – 8pm
No need to book - just turn up
£1 per week
(membership required after initial visit)
Youth Club is about having fun at the end of the week
You decide what you want to do!
Come and join us, all welcome!
For more information call: Bruce Carter – 07872 335579
Enford and Avon Valley Youth Club
FORTHCOMING EVENT: OXENWOOD HERE WE COME!
The Oxenwood Outdoor Centre has been booked again for 3rd-4th of
July 2015 and the club would like to hear from children who are
members and who would like to attend. This event is sure to be popular
and there are limited places so early booking is recommended!
The actual activities have yet to be confirmed however last year there
was Air Rifle Shooting, Archery, Canoeing and Wall Climbing as well as
lots of yummy food and fun!
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AVON VALLEY CRICKET CLUB
U13 Cricket for 2015
Avon Valley CC has joined up with Collingbourne CC to kick start
Avon Valley children getting into the game and improving their skills.
Collingbourne has two level 2 coaches, a net and an established
youth team and are keen that we get involved, too, as follows:
Indoor nets at the Wellington Academy on Sundays 15, 22 & 29 March and
12 April9.30-10.30am (cost £2).
Outdoor nets, coaching and practice on Friday Evenings 6pm until 7.30pm,
starting1st May and ending 28th August at AVCC & Collingbourne grounds
alternately.
Currently 10 x U13 T20 matches starting Thursday 14 May at 6pm with
friendly and cup games to be confirmed.
Coaching and nets will be suitable for ages 8-13, girls and boys, beginners especially.
No special kit needed; we may well be able to sort lifts out.
To register an interest or sign up, please contact:
Simon Campbell on simon@enfordhouse.co.uk or 07761 780578
Enford Cycling Group aims to give riders of all
experience the opportunity to explore some of our
beautiful local countryside.
Weather permitting, we will run these every 4 weeks on the first Saturday of the
month.
The next meeting will be on Saturday 7th March at 9.30am. The route will suit
most abilities and will be from the Swan to a coffee stop and back - in the region
of 15 miles.
If you are interested, please contact Nigel Murray on either 01980 671684 or by
email at nigel.murray@spitfireuk.net – or indeed just turn up on the day.
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Chisenbury Fishing Syndicate
Fly Fishing on 2.5 miles of the Upper Salisbury Avon
for Brown Trout and Grayling
Membership Available for 2015
www.chisenburyfishing.com
Enford Football Club
Children’s Coaching Sessions
The next coaching sessions will take place on the field
at Enford Village Hall on
February 28th, March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
The sessions run from 1000hrs until 1100hrs
they cost just £2:50 per child per session.
Any child who wants to take part should be aged between 5 and 11 years old
and they should bring their own shin pads, suitable footwear and a drink.
Ollie10Stagg
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Thank You
A little late, as we missed last inclusion, however, David and Heather from Water Lane
would like to say a huge thank you to all our neighbours’ who came to our rescue on
New Year’s Eve. In particular Kim and Lynn whose hot - water bottles and blankets
kept Heather warm until the ambulance arrived and the ladder that rescued me from
the loft. The hot drinks from Liz and Karina certainly helped and were very much
appreciated, and also to Pete from ‘The Swan’ for your quick response after my fraught
phone call.
Heather was very blessed escaping with just bruises and a chipped elbow but without
the help we received it could have been so much worse. It’s not until you have an
accident that you realise how lucky we are to live in such a kind community.
To everyone involved on that bitter cold day a sincere ‘Thank You’.
David Kirkham
ENFORD PARISH TELEPHONE DIRECTORY 2015
Over the next few months the Enford Newsletter Committee will once more be
gathering information for the updated Enford Parish telephone directory.
If you are not in the directory and you wish to be so or if you are in it and do not
wish to be included please let either me ( tanya@stbecker.plus.com, 01980
670345) or any member of the committee know.
If you know of any errors we would be very grateful if you could tell us what they
are.
The process of collating the information will take a while but we would like to
complete the 2015 version and send it out to all the houses in Enford by our last
meeting in the Summer which is at the end of June.
Sat 11th April 2.00 – 4.00 pm
at Durrington Village Hall
in aid of Mothers Union holiday fund – providing holidays for
families who would not otherwise be able to have one
Donations of jumble, books & bric-a-brac please to
either Gay Monk at 15 Coombe Lane
or Janet Buckland at Mill View, Netheravon (opposite the brewery)
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ALL SAINTS CHURCH, ENFORD
There is much more information and help to be found on the website
at www.avonriverteam.org.uk
CHURCH
SERVICES
March
April
1st
Holy Communion, 9.00am
3rd
8th
Team Service, Enford, 10.30am
Messy Church, Netheravon School,
4.00pm
GOOD FRIDAY Messy Church,
Enford, 10.30am
5th
EASTER DAY Holy Communion,
9.00am
15th Mothering Sunday, Family Service,
10.30am
12th
Team Service, Figheldean,
10.30am
22nd Evensong, 6.00pm
19th
Family Service, 10.30am
26th
APCM for all team churches,
Figheldean Village Hall, 12.00pm
26th
Evensong, 6.00pm
29th PALM SUNDAY Team Service,
Durrington, 10.30am
CHURCH
CLEANING ROTA
6th
March
Amanda Murray & Mary Burdick/Patti
Hall-Smith
13th
Sue Poole-Warren & Hilary Horsford
20th
Tanya Becker & Linda Mundy
27th
Paula de Chalus & Amanda Marx
ENFORD CHURCH
Sunday 8th March
4 pm
NETHERAVON SCHOOL
Messy Church is a way of being Church for All Ages, including families who might want to
meet Jesus, belong to their local church and bring up their children as Christians in another forum other than traditional Sunday morning church services.
Play games, celebrate God, be fed! Lots of crafts. Children must bring an adult!
Why not come and join us and discover more?
01980 670326
gale@avonriverteam.org.uk
So that we can make sure we have enough craft and food,
please do let us know if you are coming
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Lent Lunches 2015
Once a week during Lent we offer a lunch of bread and soup in various venues across
the Team. A collection plate will be at each lunch, any contributions will go to
Christian Aid. Timing is 12 noon -2 p.m.
If you would like to come but have no transport do contact either Gale 01980 670326
or Rachel B 01980 594335
Wednesday 18 Feb –Lower Farm House Enford SN9 6AR
Wednesday 25 Feb –Chartwood Fittleton SP4 9QA
Tuesday 3rd Mar –Paddock House, SP4 9QP Netheravon
Wednesday 11 Mar – The Church Figheldean
Wednesday 18 Mar – The Vicarage NetheravonSP4 9QP
Wednesday 25 Mar –Old School Hall SP4 8AE Durrington
Wednesday 1 Apr –Camilla Hall (behind the Church) Bulford
Lent Talks
During January and February we have been meeting for the second part of the Pilgrim
Course which was about the Lord’s Prayer. So it seemed logical to use Lent to consider
how prayer is essential to the life of Christians.
To help us we are fortunate to have Edward, Bishop of Ramsbury; Alan Jean, Archdeacon of Sarum; Ruth Worsley, Archdeacon of Wilts and Revd; Ian Cowley, Co-ordinator
for Vocations and Spirituality.
Venue: Camilla Hall, Bulford Church.
The dates are:
Monday 2nd March with Ian
Monday 9thMarch with Bishop Edward
Monday 16th March with Alan
Monday 23rd March with Ruth.
The evenings will start at 7.00pm and finish at 8.00pm, coffee and tea will be provided.
It is not necessary to book but it would be helpful if you could indicate if you would be
attending so that enough coffee and tea can be provided.
If you require any further information or to say that you are going to attend contact
Rachel on 01980 594335 or Rachel@avonriverteam.org.uk
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A Team Vicar’s Musings
A new era begins in Avon River Team as we enter into a vacancy. A Vacancy is
interesting as it is a time for reflection and for growing.
It is a time for reflection because we have to write a Profile to describe the Team and
the communities it serves. There is a small group who are pulling together this
document and, if you want to see a draft, you will find a copy on the church notice
board. If you have any comments either let me or the churchwardens know. It is a
document that outlines what we do and wish to do and in the process of writing it we
realise how blessed we are with the number of opportunities to meet offered across the
Team, not only church run but also community run events.
It is a time for growing as people step forward to take on responsibilities that they did
not have before. At this stage, I want to thank all those who have taken this step
forward, in particular the churchwardens who will work with me to offer pastoral care
to Durrington, Figheldean and Enford ( Gale, the other Team Vicar, will continue to
offer pastoral care to the other parishes).
On the face of it nothing will seem to have altered. You may see a different face or there
may be a different name attached to an activity but the services provided by the Team
will continue as they always have done.
In this Dispatch you will see information about Lent Lunches and Lent Talks. Do come
along to as many as you can. It will give us all a chance to meet and in doing so we will
reflect and grow together not only during Lent but also during the vacancy.
Earlier this year the Bishop of Salisbury talked about Renewing Hope and he gave the
church postcards (there are some in your church) on which is a prayer about hope and
growth –
God our Father, renew our hope. By the Holy Spirit’s power, strengthen us to pray
readily, service joyfully and grow abundantly rejoicing in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Rachel
Team Vicar
in
The Enford Newsletter
£20 per 1/8 page for 10 issues
£45 per 1/3 page for 10 issues
Please contact Gay Monk
01980 670540
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ENFORD GARDENING CLUB
Spring 2015
Thu March 12th - Clematis, Marcus Dancer
Marcus Dancer has a nursery near Fordingbridge, where he grows clematis which he
sells by mail order and at plant fairs, including Enford Gardening Club! He is giving
a pruning demonstration and will be talking on how to grow clematis.
Thu April 9th - Vegetables, question & answer session, Rupert Wade
Thu May 14th - British Wild Flowers in Nature and in the Garden
Robert Harvey
Thu June 11th - Garden Visit to the Priory, East Chisenbury
By kind invitation of John & Tessa Manser
We hope you will share our enthusiasm and come and join us on the second
Thursday of the month at 7.00 pm in the Village Hall.
All meetings take place in Enford Village Hall SN9 6DD
7.00pm for 7.15pm
Tea & coffee available
Entrance fee: £4.00
We look forward to welcoming you.
Lifts can be arranged so please ask.
Further details from Fanny Middleton, 01980 671645
email fannysurtees@btinternet.com
GARDENING CLUB MEETING REPORT
THURSDAY 8th JANUARY 2014
The February meeting of the Garden Club had a most interesting talk by Steve Oakes
of the RSPB, on birds most likely to be seen in the garden. The birds in his
beautiful slides almost flew round the hall and ranged from the tiny wren to the
troublesome woodpigeon , all the finches, long tailed tits, dunnocks and robins who
turn out not to be such nice characters after all – though I don’t believe it! We were
urged to keep feeding them all year round if possible and to keep the feeders and bird
baths clean as infection can be spread very easily. Birds obviously appealed to a
wide audience and over 30 people came and many questions were asked at the end.
A very enlightening evening.
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Newsletter Website
Did you know that the newsletter runs a website on behalf of the parish?
Parish Archive As well as holding all the newsletters from 2007
onwards, you can also view minutes and a multitude of other documents from the Parish Council, Village Hall, Community Fund and
Parish Plan committee. There are also old maps, photos and links to
many historical documents relating to Enford.
Calendars of Events Keeps you abreast with what is going on in the
village. If you have a Google account, you can add these calendar to
your smartphone (search for ‘Enford Newsletter’ and ‘Enford Village Hall’ and never miss another
jumble sale ever again!
Contacts Comprises a list of local advertisers and another list of useful contacts.
Committees & Clubs There are several web pages here, dealing with: the Parish Council; Village
Hall; Parish Plan; Neighbourhood Watch and Community Fund.
On each page you can also find links to: the local weather forecast; WiItshire Council Newsletters;
Enford on Facebook
and the Broadband blog.
Visit http://enfordnewsletter.org/index.php
AN EVENING OF DARTS
Can you think of a better way to pass the time than by
combining a few darts with what has become a great socially,
friendly and a very popular evening?
Don’t worry if you haven’t played before or feel that you’re a
little rusty because, hopefully, you’ll find the welcome
worthwhile and who knows you may also discover that you’re
glad that you took the plunge.
If you don’t have a set of darts there are spare sets
for you to use.
This takes place every Wednesday 2030hrs at The Swan
Hope to see you there!!!
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LETTER OF THANKS
The Old Shop
Enford
SN9 6AR
20th February 2015
Dear Jane,
I just wanted to formally thank you and The Parish Hall team for your efforts in running
the Jumble Sale for the benefit of the War Memorial Lychgate Appeal.
Your splendid contribution of over £200 is much, much appreciated.
Please relay the thanks of the Parochial Church Council to all those who helped raise
the money
Yours sincerely
Henry
CALLING ALL GARDENERS!
The home produce stall at the summer fete will desperately need supplies of plants to sell, so if you are
splitting perennials this autumn,
please
DIARY DATE 2015
SUMMER FETE
AT
ENFORD PLAYING FIELD
Saturday 27th June 2015
1.00pm – 5.00pm
Free Entry
CALLING ALL JAM
AND PRESERVE MAKERS!
If you are making jams, chutneys or
other preserves, please spare a
thought for our summer fete and
maybe make an extra jar or two for
the home produce stall!
If you are interested in hosting you own
stall at the fete or would like to help at
the fete please contact Mandy Farrow.
Email: amanda.farrow@chisenbury.co.uk
Telephone 671343
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Devizes Mobile Library Timetable
Do you love reading? Hardback, paperback, bestseller, new author – you name it, the
mobile library can get it. From children’s picture books to
large print, audio books to DVDs, there’s something for all
the family. All this – and more – is on offer
from your mobile library.
Mobile Libraries visit a range of communities throughout
Wiltshire, operating on a fortnightly timetable between
9am and 5pm. Weekly stops are highlighted in bold.
Joining the library is free.
Just bring along one form
of
ID
with your name and cur5
rent address. Your library card can be used in any
Wiltshire library or mobile library.
Your Mobile Library Manager is Ron Jerrard
For information and to renew items, contact
Devizes library
01380 726878/9
For further enquiries, contact Rebecca Bolton,
Outreach Services Manager, 01225 713706
To renew loans via the internet please visit our
website at
The Mobile Library Enford
Enford Water Lane 3.50-4.25
Mar 10,24
Apr 7, 21 / May 5, 19 / Jun 2, 16, 30
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Parish Council Summary
28th January Meeting Update
Community Hub Café
Diane Christie informed the Parish Council that a community café would be opening at
The Swan every Thursday morning from the 5th Feb, as a place for the community to
meet and chat.
Coffee and biscuits will be available for £1.
This is a non profit making venture, so please support Diane.
Chairman
Following the resignation of Norman Beardsley, Richard Roberts has volunteered to
take the position of Chairman which was supported unanimously.
New Councillor
We now have a vacancy for a Councillor. Anybody interested should reply to the contact details in this magazine.
High Speed Broadband
As mentioned in last months magazine, all, except Coombe, should expect High Speed
Broadband before March 2016.
The exact speed will vary dependant on many factors, but will be significantly faster
than our existing service
As always details of the topics discussed can be found in the minutes of the
meeting displayed on the village notice boards and at www.enfordnewsletter.org
PROMS BAND CONCERT—TIDWORTH
I went to the Garrison Theatre at Tidworth to see the Royal Artillery Band last week,
having seen the advertisement in our newsletter.
There was a variety of music from War of the Worlds, Fantasia etc. and there were also
a several band members singing songs from Les Miserables and other shows.
It was great to see two members of the band who live in Enford, Rebecca and Gavin.
Rebecca is one of the youth leaders for Enford and Avon Valley Youth Club.
Towards the end of the concert came the Last Night of the Proms music so lots of flag
waving!!!!!
With the theatre being full to the rafters it was a rousing evening with everyone joining
in - and it was all free!
Wonderful!
Jane Young
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Our Travels Through the Antarctic Regions
On January 20th we boarded our plane to begin a rather long and arduous journey to
Antarctica. Our first stop was in San Paolo in Brazil to refuel before continuing to
Buenos Aires in Argentina. 33 degree heat and 90% humidity greeted us as we stepped
off the plane, our clothes sticking to us, before we met the welcome air conditioning of
the terminal.
We stayed overnight, downtown, glad to sleep in a proper bed again, and continued our
journey from the local airport down to the most southern city in the world, Ushuaia,
the next day.
We had visited once before, some ten years ago, and found it then to be a charming
shanty town with wooden clapperboard bungalows painted in different colours and a
very laid-back atmosphere. Today it’s very different. To encourage development the
Government declared that all income earned would be tax free and the electricity is
virtually free too, the equivalent of about £2 per month. Factories are springing up all
along the coastline, ships from China are delivering parts for the workers in Ushuaia to
assemble into mobile phones, tablets and computers, and consequently the town is
expanding beyond all recognition. Because of the lack of planning laws huge swathes of
forest are being hacked down and huts are built from anything to be found. It’s therefore beginning to lose its charm.
However, we were soon on the next leg of our journey when we joined our ship for the
three week journey to the Falkland Islands, South Georgia, South Orkneys, South
Shetlands, South Sandwich Islands and on to the Antarctic Peninsular.
This was a journey I’d dreamt about for so long it was hard to believe that it had finally
arrived. I’d been terrified something would happen to prevent us from going as we’d
booked so far in advance. We’d been informed that everything was weather dependent
and two different friends had been unable to land in South Georgia and Stanley.
We’d been placed for evening meals on a table at the far corner of the restaurant with
fabulous views on two sides and during our first evening dinner a wandering albatross
could be seen swooping and gliding over the waves, a truly magnificent sight with it’s 3
metre wingspan. These birds don’t set foot on land for up to 7 years after they fledge
and are able to lock their wings to enable them to withstand the conditions they have
to endure.
This was the first of so many fantastic sightings.
We had hoped to see several different varieties of penguin plus seals and maybe whales
but what we did experience far outshone our expectations.
I’d heard on the previous trip that many whales had gathered due to an upsurge in
plankton and were around the ship for over an hour. I thought ‘Just our luck‘! - but we
were not to be disappointed.
We had pulled in to Paradise Bay on the Antarctic peninsular, the first zodiacs had
departed (we were on one of them) to explore the glaciers and icebergs when someone
noticed two whales not far away. We were nearing the end of our trip and were making
our way back to the ship so decided to investigate. The whales did too! One came underneath our zodiac and while we were watching it, the other was showing off behind
us! Wonderful!
Then a humpback tail fluke was seen and soon four were spotted feeding close by.
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One of my favourite places was Salisbury Plain on South Georgia, home to thousands
of king penguins, standing there on the beach with their big, fluzzy babies, waiting
for us it seemed. None of the wildlife we came into contact with was bothered by our
intrusion, except for the fur seals who were very protective of their pups.
As those of you who read my articles will know, I love wildlife trips and this was
definitely one of the best. We saw young elephant seals, fur seals, Weddell seals,
leopard seals, seven types of penguins on land, in water, on icebergs, over 70 whales,
mostly humpbacks but some fin and minke too, dolphins and porpoises, countless
bird varieties, albatross and petrels, gulls and sheathbills to name but a few. We were
reasonably lucky with the weather too, which varied in temperature between 0 and 10
degrees.
We stopped at 3 different islands in the Falklands; the first, New Island to visit a
Rockhopper penguin colony and an albatross nesting site, the second to Carcass
Island which involved a 5km ‘yomp’ to a settlement where we were served tea and
cake and then we sailed on to Stanley to one of the warmest days they’d had.
It was certainly strange to have travelled SO far only to find everyone speaking English and handing over pounds for our purchases. We’d looked forward to this day and
thoroughly enjoyed our fish and chip lunch in The Globe pub chatting to the locals
about ‘the war’ and everything else.
We then had two days at sea when we came across our first tabular iceberg! This was
no ordinary iceberg, measuring 17kilometres in length, rising 40 metres out of the
water, 320 metres under. It had broken away from the main Antarctic Peninsular and
was a truly spectacular sight.
On South Georgia we had nine landings altogether, including Salisbury Plain to meet
the king penguins and Prion Island for a trek up to see another albatross nesting site.
The next day we visited Gritviken where Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried, before
visiting the small museum which contains the lifeboat used by his men to travel from
Elephant Island to South Georgia. We were also lucky enough to listen to a piano
concert in the small church there before making our way back to the beach passing
an rusting, old whaling station, dodging the now familiar penguins and seals, for our
zodiac ‘ferry’ back to the ship.
We were sorry to leave such a spectacular place as South Georgia. It’sdazzling snowy
peaks and black rock, surrounded by green, red and yellow vegetation and a
sparkling crystal clear blue sea.
On then to the South Orkney Islands where, weather permitting, we hoped to visit the
oldest permanently inhabited research station in the Antarctic, the Argentine station
Orcadas, subject to permission of course.
Our luck held and we were given a tour of the facility which was very interesting. The
old wooden huts were still there as well as the new pod-like structures which linked
together, elevated and looked to me rather like a space station.
Another day at sea heading for Elephant Island. January is the only month when
landings are attempted as it’s often too dangerous at any other time. Those of you
familiar with
the life of Shackleton will know that his ship, The Endurance, got trapped in ice and
several of his men made a 16 day journey in terrible conditions from there to South
Georgia in one of the ship’s lifeboats and all survived the journey.
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However, as predicted, we encountered some really bad weather; high winds and 5
metre waves so it was decided to carry on down to the South Shetland Islands and the
Antarctic Peninsular where we spent the last week exploring different sights, the last of
which was Port Lockroy on Goudier Island where the world’s most southerly Post Office
is situated, surrounded by 2,000 penguins!!
Again the people working there were all British and seemed to enjoy chatting to us
during our visit about the life they lead there. The scenery is absolutely stunning but I
don’t think it would suit me. Even though the penguins are cute they do smell!!!
Though the staff say they don’t even notice it after a while!
This was our last port of call and then we had a final two days crossing the
notoriously rough seas of Drake Passage, passing Cape Horn on our port side and
back to the Argentine mainland.
WOW!!! What an unforgettable journey!
Anne Houghton
THE TICHBORNE DOLE – MARCH 25th
The Tichborne Dole is an ancient British tradition still very much alive today. It takes
place in the village of Tichborne near Alresford in Hampshire every year on March 25th,
the Feast of the Annunciation (Lady’s Day), and dates back to the 13th century during
the reign of King Henry II.
Lady Mabella, a woman locally noted for her charity and piety, was married to Sir
Roger de Tichborne. The surname derives from the nearby River Itchen, with the suffix
"bourn", meaning a stream. Sir Roger was a professional soldier and his character
starkly contrasted with that of his saintly wife, who was noted for her charitable nature
– so much so, that even with the imminent death of his wife, from a physically wasting
disease, he failed to show any compassion.
From her death bed, Lady Mabella made a final humanitarian request. She asked for
the value of a small area of the Tichborne estates to be given annually to the poor of
the parish in the form of a dole. This was greeted with derision by her husband who
was definitely no champion of charity. His response to his ailing wife’s plea was to say
that he would agree to annually give the value of as much land, around the boundaries
of which she could walk, while holding a blazing torch in her hand.
So determined was Lady Mabella to see this through, that, as legend has it, she
managed to crawl around 23 acres of land, upon which she charged her husband and
his heirs to forever give the produce value of that land to the poor. To this day, one of
the fields on the estate is still named “The Crawls”. Naturally, land values, and therefore the amount of flour distributed, has varied over the generations, and today, two
tons of flour are distributed.
The parish priest carries out the traditional Blessing of the Tichborne Dole before the
flour is distributed to the local people - only those families in Tichborne, Cheriton and
Lane End are entitled to the dole. They receive one gallon of flour per adult and half a
gallon per child.
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Wiltshire Police
Ludgershall and Rural
Neighbourhood Policing Team
Your team consists of:
PC 1719 Tim Bunt
PCSO 6078 Maria Downham
tidworthnpt@wiltshire.pnn.police.uk
Reported incidents:
In the middle of East Chisenbury, an offender broke into a parked car and stole a
handbag. Fly tipping has been reported at B Tank Crossing on the A345.
Community Beat Manager writes:
Please be aware of the increased security alert due to heightened threat. If you see
anything suspicious, particularly regarding military camps or the police, you are
asked to let us know, either calling in on the 101 number, or if you think there is an
imminent risk, call 999.
We have conducted some more warrants in the area and I will be looking for this to
continue in the coming months. If you have any information and have suspicions
about anything, or anyone please drop me a line. These things are always best
checked out. Any information will be treated in the strictest confidence.
I can be emailed on tim.bunt@wiltshire.pnn.police.uk and can now be followed on
twitter.
Pc Tim Bunt @wiltspolicetb
CONGRATULATIONS
to
Steve and Tanya
on the birth of your 2nd granddaughter,
Willow
From the Newsletter Committee
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TO ROS SPENCER
We all wish you a very speedy
recovery!
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ENGLISH COUNTRY GARDENS
Garden & lawn maintenance, hedge and tree work, fences, driveways & weed control
Garden waste removed.
Qualified, fully insured and licensed, 23 years experience
WE SUPPLY
Mushroom compost, manure, Pro Grow, woodchips, gravel, stone & scalpings
Loads of logs by size: £63, £107, 145
All seasoned & dry native species.
Can stack
Bags of kindling: £4.50or 5 bags for £20
Call or text Nick on 07835299247
OOPS HAPPENS!
Time to call Clean Living carpet and upholstery cleaners
Where Really Clean Really Matters!
**SPECIAL OFFER**
For 10% off quote Enford when booking
For your FREE SURVEY call Steve
on 01980 621621
Mr and Mrs Germany of Fifield are delighted with our quality and service.
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Red Lion East Chisenbury
Yummy Mid-Week Deal
Take advantage of our prix fixe lunch menu!
2 Courses for £18 or 3 for £24
Available lunchtime every day Monday-Friday
Same fantastic food at a friendly village price
Book with us on 01980 671124
Bricklayer & General Builder
All Building Works
Including Extensions, Garden Walls, Patios,
Roof Repairs, Plastering
Floor & Wall Tiling etc
01980 554008
Mobile No: 07719 916854
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Hope and Faith Wedding
Services
FitSteps
Planning & Co-ordination of your
Wedding or Event
Venue Decoration
Hire Services
Contact us for details of what we can do
for you
Wed 1830 £4.50 per class
Fitness Yoga Wed 1915 £4.50 per class
Both Wed classes on same night £7.00
Phoenix Hall, Netheravon
Contact Selaine
07801 427358
www.hopeandfaithweddings.co.uk
enquiies@hopeandfaithweddings.co.uk
Tel: 07835773714
Avon Small Saints Pre-School
Open to 2- 5 year olds
Whole and part day sessions plus lunch club available
Monday—Friday during school hours term time only
We follow the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum
and our children enjoy learning through play
For more information, please contact Elka Priddin on:
01980 671681
www.avonsmallsaints.co.uk
Ofsted Reg. No. EY338057
Reg. Charity No. 1033639
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ELSTON VETERINARY
CLINIC
GRAHAM BUCKLAND
SERVICES
ELSTON LANE, SHREWTON
Dr. Enid Frantilla, DVM MRCVS
Small Animal Medicine and Surgery
Providing high quality pet healthcare
and a caring, friendly professional service
HELPING YOU TO HELP YOUR PETS!!
Consultations by appointment, Mon-Sat
For appointments or enquiries, and
General building maintenance: plumbing,
Carpentry, glazing, brickwork, etc
Free quotes and reasonable rates
‘Man with a Van’ hire.
Removals and House Clearance
Undertaken
Tel: 01980 670870
or 07831 889 666
24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE
01980 621999
TIM BUCKLAND
BOILER MAINTENANCE
CHIMNEY SWEEPING & SURVEYS
POTS&COWLS FITTED
FLUE LINER INSTALLATIONS
BURNER INSTALLATION
FOR SERVICE AND BREAKDOWNS
Friendly and efficient service
Wide stock of boiler spares in stock
VERY COMPETITIVE PRICES
FOR RATES &APPOINTMENTS
CALL PETE ON 07432 899715
Also AGAs and RAYBURNs serviced
Tel: 01980 625846
Mr Wayne Bawden
City & Guilds qualified(Horticulture)
Carpentry & Joinery
Building Works & Maintenance
Bathrooms and Kitchens
‘Professional, experienced local landscaper’
Drives / Patios / Paths / Decking / Fencing
Hedge Cutting & Reduction
Lawn Replacement (turf or seed)
Complete Landscape of Gardens
Renovation and Restoration.
Portfolio of work done available on request.
Free estimates, please call Wayne
Please Call
01980 630545
Or
07759 586162
01980 671726 / 07795 058379
Sarah Faber
Your local contact for
OIL FIRED BOILERS
For prompt reliable –
SERVICING
REPAIRS
COMMISSIONING
Your Local Interflora Florist
47 Estcourt Road
Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 3AS
Tel: 01722 321840
Web: wwwrosepetalssalisbury.co.uk
Email:info@rosepetalssalisbury.co.uk
Call Tim Walsh
Tel. 01980 652803
Mobile 07919603884
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RGV ENGINEERING
(NETHERAVON) Ltd
MODERN & TRADITIONALLY
DESIGNED MEMORIALS
M J SLY
High Street, Netheravon
01980 670667
Specialists in Plumbing,
Heating and Electrical Works
Also Boiler Servicing and Commissioning
Monumental Stonemason
New Memorials, Additional Inscriptions
Restorations, Free Home Visits
Free Brochure
Marlborough (01672) 516797
Email: martin@mjsly.co.uk
Website: www.mjsly.co.uk
Workshop & Showroom at Pelham Court,
London Road,
Marlborough, Wiltshire
Interested in renewable Energy?
Please see our website for details
Www.rgvengineering.co.uk
GAS SAFE*OFTEC*NICEIC*ECA
Ring Donna
on
07711 579403
THE OLD POST OFFICE B&B
EVERLEIGH ROAD, HAXTON
“PAMCAKES”
Bespoke Cakes for your special
occasions (any age group).
Traditional and 3D, cupcakes and
some Wedding Cakes. See my FB
page “Netheravon’s Pamcakes”
for more details & website
pamcakesofnetheravon.co.uk
pamcakes@writeme.com or call
07919656141
Double, twin, single & family suites
Call Jackie to book on
01980 671 640 / 07715 419 600
www.theoldpostoffice-wiltshire.co.uk
Science Tuition
Qualified Science Teacher
and Examiner
Science GCSE and
Chemistry at A level and IB
Helping you get the grades you need.
For more details contact Ellen Oades
on 01980 671760 or 07881 206507
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Phil Wakeford
Tina’s Hairdressers
GARDENING &LANDSCAPING
High Street, Netheravon
Unisex Salon
Tel: 01980 670628
Tue 9-5 Wed 9-2 Thurs 1-7
Fri 9-6 Sat 8.45-2
Landscape Construction·Pruning Fruit Trees & Roses
Garden Maintenance &Advice · Lawn Mowing
25Years Experience ·Flower Meadows
TIPZ &TOEZ
nails now available
Appointments not always necessary
Bits & Pieces
01980 670718 07194412396
GDB TECHNICAL SERVICES LIMITED
Computer/IT support
(Durrington Ltd)
Small business and Home users
Networking issues/installations
PC Problems
Tuition
General IT advice/help
Upgrades/Data Recovery
Service Support Options
BUILDING,GARDENING & DIY
PETS, PANELS, AGGREGRATE
37 – 39 Bulford
Road, Durrington
Wiltshire SP4 8DL
Tel: 01980 655552
Fax: 01980
652351
Call 01980 623052 or visit
www.gdbts.com to see if we can help.
Proprietors: P & M Conn
M NASH & P WILKINS
ALL LANDSCAPING WORK UNDERTAKEN
FENCING*PATIOS*PATHS*PONDS*
BRICKWORK
HEDGECUTTING*GARDEN CLEARANCE
GRASSCUTTING
Tel: MIKE 01380 840767
Mobile:07977 950654
Tel: PAUL 01380 840763
Mobile: 07970 557002
Salisbury Garden Machinery
AGRICENTRE
Now stocking Frontline for cats and
dogs at an unrivalled price
Excellent products at an excellent
price from well-known horse
wormers
Electrical fencing
Complete range of Briswim pool
chemicals
FREE HOME DELIVERY!
Contact: Justin Young, A.M.T.R.A.,
SQP (Branch Manger)
07850 184111 / 01722 320316
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WILTON
CARPETS
PEST CONTROL SERVICE
RABBITS, RATS, MOLES
WASPS, SQUIRRELS
BIRD PROOFING
JonCard
Your local contact for:
Great Carpets
Great Choice
Great Prices
Full Measuring, Estimating
& Guaranteed Fitting
Email: joncard@wiltoncarpets.com
01722 742733
CALL NIGEL
01980 670804
07854 828904
SEAN DEVINE
PAINTER & DECORATOR
YOGA CLASSES
ENFORD VILLAGE HALL
EVERY MONDAY
Beginners/Gentle yoga 6.00—7.15pm
Intermediate Yoga 7.30—9.00pm
For details of other yoga classes visit
yoga@emmapetitt.co.uk
Emma on 01980 670510
Free estimates. Fully insured.
For local professional service call:
01980 630864 or 07870 454884
Local Freelance Florist
For all occasions including
Funerals, Weddings,
Anniversaries
For something special and
personal at competitive rates
call Kate on 07906 580361
kcrobinson@hotmail.co.uk
Soft Furnishings
THE
OTOR
Telephone: 01980 670348
Mobile:07970 785284
ARAGE
by Helen Judd
LTD
Loose covers
Cushions
Curtains
Roman blinds
Fabric sales
Manager
www.themotorgarage.co.uk
max@themotorgarage.co.uk
For further information call:
Tel: 01980 625 442
Mob: 07971 028 972
The Motor Garage
Netheravon, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 9RH
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VILLAGE COMMITTEES
PARISH COUNCIL
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Parish Clerk
Councillors
Nigel Murray
Elizabeth Harrison
Michael Fay
Jane Young (Parish Hall)
Anthony D’Arcy Irvine (Rep Tidwort
& Pewsey Area Boards/Village Hall)
David Harbottle (Roads and Highways)
Richard Petitt (Planning Committee/
Parochial Church Council)
Gareth Holden (PR/Press Officer)
Bruce Waight
Pat Holdway
Richard Roberts (Police/NHW)
671684
670034
670553
670532
670501
670932
670510
671195
670113
671792
671055
NETHERAVON SCHOOL
Chairman of Governors
Head Teacher
PAROCHIAL CHURCH COUNCIL
NEWSLETTER
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Secretary
Treasurer
Advertising
Fanny Middleton
Hayley Humphris
Tanya Becker
Linda Mundy
Linda Mundy
Ros Perry
Gay Monk
Jacqui Elkins
Jane Young
Ann Houghton
Clare Burge
Kriss Mitchell
Church Wardens
Treasurer
Secretary
Council Members:
John Poole Warren
Henry Middleton
Gill Gould
Amanda Murray
John Manser
Jonathan Walsh
Judy D’Arcy-Irvine
Bruce Carter
Frank Horsford
Mary Burdick
Gai Rickett
Sue de Candole
VILLAGE HALL
Chairman and
Booking Officer
Vice Chairman
Treasurer
Secretary
PC Rep
Youth Club
Camera Club
Football Club
PCC
Newsletter
Property Officer
Grounds Officer
Gardening Club
Short Mat Bowls
Red Lion
Judy D’Arcy-Irvine
(670501)
Steve Becker
Hannah Tucker
Kriss Mitchell
Chairman
A D’Arcy Irvine
Treasurer
Andy Lucker
Secretary
Jane Young
Ollie Stagg
Judy D’Arcy-Irvine
Jacqui Elkins
David Spencer
Hamish Scott Dalgleish
Sally Parker
David Spencer
Ian Fribbins 31
PARISH HALL
Richard Petitt
Bob Taylor
Gareth Holden
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FOR YOUR DIARY March 2015
FOR
YOUR
DIARY
Holy
Communion
, 9.00am
December 2010
1st
Sun
2nd
Mon
3rd
Tue
Quiz, The Swan
4th
Wed
Short Mat Bowls, 7.30pm
5th
Thu
Household and Gardening Waste/ The Hub Café, 9.30am - 11.30am, The Swan Inn,
Circuits, Parish Hall, 7.00pm
6th
Fri
Youth Club, 6.00pm,Village Hall
7th
Sat
Enford Cycling, 9.30am, The Swan / Youth Football Session, 10.00pm, Enford Playing
Fields
8th
Sun
Team Service, Enford,, 10.30am / Messy Church, 4.00pm, Netheravon School
9th
Mon
10th
Tue
Library Van, 3.50pm—4.25pm, Water Lane / Quiz, The Swan
11th
Wed
Short Mat Bowls, 7.30pm
12th
Thu
Recycling/ The Hub Café, 9.30am - 11.30am, The Swan Inn / Gardening Club, Village
Hall, 7.00pm for 7.15pm / Circuits, Parish Hall, 7.00pm
13th
Fri
Youth Club, 6.00pm,Village Hall
14th
Sat
Youth Football Session, 10.00pm, Enford Playing Fields
15th
Sun
Mothering Sunday, Family Service, 10.30am
16th
Mon
17th
Tue
Quiz, The Swan
18th
Wed
Short Mat Bowls, 7.30pm
19th
Thu
Household and Gardening Waste / The Hub Café, 9.30am - 11.30am, The Swan Inn /
Circuits, Parish Hall, 7.00pm
20th
Fri
NEWSLETTER DEADLINE / Youth Club, 6.00pm,Village Hall
21st
Sat
22nd
Sun
23rd
Mon
24th
Tue
Library Van, 3.50pm—4.25pm, Water Lane / Film Night, 7.00pm, Village Hall
Quiz, The Swan
25th
Wed
Short Mat Bowls, 7.30pm
26th
Thu
Recycling / The Hub Café, 9.30am - 11.30am, The Swan Inn / Circuits, Parish Hall ,
7.00pm
27th
Fri
Youth Club, 6.00pm,Village Hall
28th
Sat
29th
Sun
30th
Mon
31st
Tue
Evensong, 6.00pm
PALM SUNDAY, Team Service, Durrington, 10.30am
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