NORTH KILWORTH NEWS November 2016
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Sorry the Kilworth News is a Little Late this Month…………... Getting the Kilworth News out at the beginning of the month is always a juggling act between waiting for information to be sent in and filling 16 pages, and then leaving enough time for printing and distribution. One of the key priorities is for information to be up to date and relevant. In recent months there have been a number of occasions when events in the village have moved quickly and there have been suggestions that including the Parish Council Meeting Minutes from the previous month has made this information out of date and of limited use. So last month and this month we are waiting for the latest Parish Council meeting to have taken place and the minutes written up before we send the publication to the printers. Inevitably with the PC meetings taking place on the last Thursday in the month, this is leading to a later date for the Kilworth News to reach you. Well that’s Halloween out of the way and Bonfire Night fast on its heels. No big
celebrations now until Christmas, but how many shopping days are left? Not as many as you may think or wish for! Or are you internet shopping and waiting for ‘black Friday?’. There are still plenty of entertainments at the moment on the world stage, that is if you count the American Presidential Elections as entertainment. It is sad to see the depths the candidates plunge to in scoring points off each other. It seems a far cry from Barack Obama’s administration. Although there are not many village activities taking place in November, there are plenty to put in your diaries for the months to come. See back page for details of the Choir Festival and Village Quiz in December as well as the date for the next Safari Supper in March 2017. One date not to forget is the Remembrance Services on Sunday 13th November. There are some beautiful Autumn photos in the Kilworth News this month taken by Maggie and Peter Morgan on their recent
Inside this issue: Letters to the Editor
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Parish Council Meeting Minutes
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History Corner and Landowner Deposit
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Say Hello To..
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From the Clergy, Registers & Church Matters
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Church Services
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Church Events & Updates
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Adverts
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Washpit Clean Up
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Yoga and McMillan Thank You
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Boundary Changes
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Green fingers
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Clubs & Groups
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Dates for Your Diary, Lost and Found
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trip to Canada. Thank you! Belinda and Sharon Northkilworth news@gmail.com P.S New Lost and Found column on back page.
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Letters to the Editors Dear Editors I have just been reading the latest Kilworth News, for which I would like to thank you for your hard work and dedication to produce for the benefit of all villagers. Over the years I have often admired members of the village who have offered their services, for the benefit of many, with no thought of reward. Dear Editors
Volunteers help with the Washpit clean up, article on page 10
During the Washpit clean up the ‘bung’ is uncovered. The only ‘bung’ in North Kilworth
Looking at last month’s minutes re the road/path in the Bogs. (Item 10) If it is of help my understanding from my days when we went through the legals prior to the big dig out of the overburden from the Victorian tip in 1998 is as follows…………
I was teaching full time and didn't seem to have time for those frivolities! He then went on to support The Bogs working in partnership with the PC. Subsequently the Bogs and the eastern end of the MG were designated as a Nature Reserve after due consultation. On Ordnance Survey 25 inch maps Cranmer Lane is shown as extending down into the farm yard although the actual wording stops at the boundary of Spring Cottage building (where the Common Land commences. )The line of Cranmer Lane may once have passed through the farm yard and along the southern edge of Elmcroft gardens as evidenced by recent excavation and clearance work undertaken by Ian Hampson to improve drainage in his parent’s garden boundary .
The Kilworth Challenge and as most of the villagers know he put his heart ❤️ and soul into the organisation, like many others, with no thought of reward. So I would like to applaud all those who volunteer for, very important, but often thankless tasks for the community. Best Regards Chris Whitehead
resolved with the nominated officer at County Hall but my guess is that it is merely a trackway. By definition anyone can go anywhere on a “common”- although in the case of the Bogs if this right is exercised the individual would rapidly be submerged literally as well as metaphorically. The Registration shows the boundary as a complete entity (a roughly ovoid shape) whereas to be a road or highway one assumes it would be like the Rose beds opposite the White Lion (with the two halves shown as separate entities and the access separately defined in the middle.) Nick Herring, as a qualified lawyer involved at the time, may also venture a view?
The Bogs area is identified on maps held by Leicester County Council who registered it as Common Land under the Commons Registration Act of 1965 in its entirety. This was in response to a request from the Parish Council. Around the same time the Millennium Green Committee (of which I was also a member) agreed to Regards take on maintenance and The status of trackways across Peter Jones managerial responsibility for Common Land is best thus Ivy House Dear Editors
A competition for possible uses of the Whelan Bequest is a great idea. Please send us you suggestions
Years ago, when Lianne and Clare were young, Paul would often help out at the youth club and other activities, I remember him coming back from a youth club stay at Beaumanor Hall, exhausted, after no sleep as the kids were having fun!
of the Millennium Green charity in I gather that a further offer on perpetuity. This site has a the land adjacent to the number of commendations Village Hall is now subject to first it forms a natural adjunct to a higher offer which places it the Bogs/Millennium Green, beyond the reach of village second ,although Mr Belgrave ownership. The upside is has tried for planning and continue the leasing of the land failed it is a damp area full of to the Millennium Green on a springs . Village ownership peppercorn rent so all is not lost would go part way to assuaging it seems. fears of Elmcroft residents with regard to encroachment of However that leaves the housing from the south. Finally question of using the bequest it would form a potential route for other purposes. I have for a new bridleway from copied the Newsletter because Elmcroft into the conservation we might like to run a area en route to the school etc. competition for possible entries (subject to co-operation to but my suggestion is a create a pathway on continued approach to Mr Bel- to Elmcroft Road proper grave for the Farmyard land at somehow.) The failure to link the end of Spring Lane and that Elmcroft to the village it come under the management proper when built in the
1950’s was a failure on the part of the Planners. Perhaps the Parish Council could open a list to be voted on by everyone of possible contenders. I am not advocating we pay more than Agricultural land value because there are significant costs of clearing up the site and installing the bridleway proper were it to prove successful and, like the National Trust the MG Committee would need a dowry for term maintenance. Kind regards Peter Jones Ivy House
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Our Parish Council Meeting of the 27th October 2016 1. Items Held Over From The Meeting Held On 22nd September 2016 Clearance of footpath from Wash Pit Lane to the Golf Club – LCC have advised that the footpath will be included as part of their hedge cutting season which commences on 07/11/16. Emergency Plan – Cllr Otter will liaise with Tom Evans and the Clerk to determine how to move the plan forward for the next meeting. Speeding concerns – The Clerk is waiting for a response from the police as to whether the Parish Council can obtain the results of the mobile speeding patrols in the village. The Clerk will contact County Cllr Hart to ask for the details of where to get speed warning stickers for wheelie bins from.
are going to instruct a solicitor to contact the developer on their behalf. A Parishioner asked for an update on works at J19 Catthorpe Interchange. The Parish Council advised that the work is very close to conclusion. The Clerk is trying to get confirmation of when work will commence on the marina traffic calming measures which have been postponed until completion of the J19 works. There are a number of advertising signs around the village without planning consent. The Clerk will contact the enforcement team at HDC. 3. Planning To Consider The Following Applications 16/01460/REM – Erection of a detached dwelling (reserved matters of 16/00303/OUT) – Evergreen Field Farm, Pincet Lane – RESOLVED: The Parish Council objects to the application. 16/01466/TCA – Works to trees (fell) – The Sycamores, Church Street – RESOLVED: The Parish Council has no objections. 16/01476/PCD – Discharge of condition 2 (bat survey) of 15/01407/PDN – The Grange, Pincet Lane – RESOLVED: No comment, discharge of planning conditions only. 16/01510/FUL – Erection of an agricultural building and solar panels – Stable House, Lutterworth Road, North Kilworth – RESOLVED: The Parish Council has no objections. 16/01530/FUL – Erection of a single storey side / rear extension to form a garage (revised scheme of 16/00862/FUL) – 1 Stoney Close – RESOLVED: The Parish Council has no objections. 16/01575/TCA – Works to trees (fell) – Holly House, 6 Stoney Close – RESOLVED: The Parish Council has no objections. 16/01576/TCA – Works to trees (fell) – Belgrave Cottage, 16 Back Street – RESOLVED: The Parish Council has no objections. 16/01661/FUL – Erection of a single storey side extension; installation of external insulation with render (revised scheme of 16/00988/FUL) – Balmaha, 25 Elmcroft Road – In circulation for Councillor comments. 16/01668/FUL – Erection of two storey rear and single storey front extensions – 5 Dairy Cottages, Station Road – In circulation for Councillor comments. 16/01669/FUL – Erection of two storey rear and single storey front extensions – 6 Dairy Cottages, Station Road – In circulation for Councillor comments.
2. Question Time For Parishioners A parishioner requested an update on the Neighbourhood Plan and asked when it will be on the HDC website for public comment. The Parish Council advised that the plan has now been submitted to HDC. The Clerk will contact HDC to find out when the plan will be on the HDC website for comments. A parishioner requested an update on the proposed development on the Pincet Lane/Station Road site. The Parish Council advised that an outline planning application for 20 houses has just been submitted to HDC, the Parish Council have not yet received the paperwork for comment. A parishioner asked for clarification of the Parish Council’s response to planning applications submitted prior to the approval of the Neighbourhood Plan. The Parish Council advised that they are requesting HDC to delay decision on any planning applications submitted that do not follow the Neighbourhood Plan. However, HDC have advised that it is not feasible to delay applications on this basis. This contradicts the advice given by Stephen Pointer (HDC) at the open meeting held in the village on 13/05/16. The Clerk will contact Stephen Pointer to discuss. A Parishioner suggested that now the purchase of the land adjacent to the Millennium Green is not going ahead the Parish Council invite the village for suggestions for the use of the village bequest via the newsletter. A parishioner requested an update on the allotments at the former Gandy’s Roses site. The land is not in a fit state at present to be used for allotments. The developer has not left the site in the condition that was agreed. Despite numerous attempts the Parish 4. Planning To Receive And Council have not been able to get Note the Following Decisions a response from the developer and
16/01214/FUL – Demolition of rear conservatory and erection of single and two storey rear extension – Yew Tree House, 4 Back Street – APPROVED (C) 16/00862/FUL – Erection of a single storey rear/side and two storey rear extension – 1 Stoney Close – WITHDRAWN 16/01255/OUT – Outline application for the erection of four dwellings with associated access (access, layout and scale to be considered) – Land off South Kilworth Road – WITHDRAWN 16/01413/TCA – Works to trees – The Smithy, Green Lane – APPROVED 5. Financial Matters – Current Account- Balance as at 05/09/16 £20,310.52. Reserve Account £6,482.14 Cllr Otter proposed setting an annual budget for village grounds maintenance outside the scope of the grass cutting contract.
Draft Minutes. 10. Cranmer Lane Track Old plans show the route as a track, whereas more up to date plans show the route as a road. The Parish Council believes the route should be classed as a track. The Clerk will contact LCC to find out what they define the route as, if they define it as a road, the Parish Council will appeal the decision in light of old plans. 11. Ground Water Pollution A parishioner has reported suspected ground water pollution at the Bogs to the Environment Agency. The oily film reported is formed by natural compounds containing sulphur from the oxygen starved bogs, it is the sign of a healthy bog.
12. North Kilworth News And Website Review The newsletter has now been running for three years. Just under 50% of the printing costs have been met by advertising revenues. The Parish Council thank the edito6. Neighbourhood Plan rial team for their hard work and The Neighbourhood Plan has been will look to make increased content submitted to HDC. contribution in the future to get villagers more involved in deci7. Land Adjacent To The Millen- sions affecting the community. To nium Green conform to current legislation reThe land is no longer being sold to quirements the Parish Council the Parish. A parishioner has needs to have a strong website agreed a private sale with the ven- presence with the ability to update dor and completion is imminent. and amend on a frequent basis. The parishioner attended the meet- Therefore, it was suggested that ing and advised that there are no the Clerk contacts the editorial plans to make any changes to the team to discuss the way forward. land, they have bought purely to protect the view and are happy to 13. 2017 Parish Council Meeting continue renting the land to the Dates Millennium Green Committee, It is difficult for the news team to extending the rental agreement to get the newsletter issued with 10 years at renewal. The land will current Parish Council minutes be on its own title deed. The Parincluded due to the Parish Council ish Council is to explore the possi- meetings being held at the end of bility of putting Tree Preservation each month. It was proposed that Orders on some of the trees on the the Clerk contacts the Village Hall land. Committee to discuss alternative dates that the meetings could be 8. Renovation Of The Wash Pit held. And Surrounding Area Cllr Otter reported that a lot of work 14. Items For A Future Meeting has been taking place including a To discuss the allotment site on working party to clear and empty Station Road the Wash Pit which is now flowing properly. The next job is to replace 15. The date of the next meeting the fencing. Cllr Otter has reis Thursday 24th November 2016 ceived a number of quotes with the at 7.45pm in the Belgrave Village best one being £600.00 to replace Hall. Members of the public are the fencing with tanalised oak. Cllr welcome. Sandercock is going to get pricing to complete the work with solid oak. Thank you to all who have been involved in the work to date. 9. S106 Cllr Otter has got together a number of volunteers to form ideas about what the village needs from potential S106 money. Cllr Otter will keep the Parish Council updated as the project continues.
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History Corner
Village Bier After many years of absence the Village Bier is now back in its rightful place chained up to the Church heating pipes. Work remains to be done on the pulling handles and the top chassis woodwork but the work on the chassis and turntable and wheels is largely complete so next time you need an economical funeral……………….. The PCC
Notice of Landowner Deposit Has anyone seen the notices that have appeared on the bridleways and footpaths between North Kilworth and Welford? They show a map as shown here and information about a Landowner Deposit. More information from anyone who is familiar with this term would be really helpful. Looking at Northamptonshire County Council website the explanation given is as follows: Under Common Law and the Highways Act 1980 it is possible for members of the public to claim that a track has been dedicated as a public right of way by the landowner by their failure to interrupt the use of it; this is called 'implied dedication'. Whilst the landowner may be able to produce evidence that they have not dedicated the track by taking steps to prevent the general public from using it (by, for example, challenging users, erecting signs or only allowing use by specifically authorised people), it is often difficult to prove this at a later stage. It is possible for landowners to protect themselves from future claims that a public path has come into being by implied dedication by making a deposit under Section 31 of the Highways Act 1980. Lodging a deposit does not affect any right of way which may have been acquired through public use prior to the date of the deposit. Whether this is in any way linked to the permissive pathways that have been enjoyed locally for a number of years it would be interesting to find out. Comments please!
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Say Hello to…..Mick and Anne Mick, a Warwickshire lad, and Anne, a Lancashire lass through and through, first met in a farmer’s field near Kenilworth Castle at a Young Farmers BBQ. At that time Anne was a student nurse and Mick away in London, training to be a teacher. It was love, almost at first sight, as Mick later confessed that he had been heading for Anne’s friend, but luckily his mate nudged him out of the way and got to the friend before him! It didn’t take Anne and Mick long to decide that they wanted to get married, but qualifications had to be achieved first, and Mick spent many weekends hitch hiking up and down the M1, so that they could spend a few hours together - when Anne wasn’t on-duty at Warwick Hospital.
was recommended to train as a priest. So in 1985 the family moved to Salisbury, where Mick walked daily across the famous water meadows depicted by Constable, on his way to theological college under the massive spire of the great cathedral.
and peace beckoned.
When Anne and Mick walked through the door of 11 Elmcroft Road and saw the amazing view across the fields, they fell in love with the house straight away. They had an extension built where they could sit and drink in the In due course, Mick was beauty of the countryside, the summoned by the Bishop of rolling clouds, and the trillions Coventry and told that he of stars now visible without would continue his training as the light pollution of the town. a curate in Nuneaton. Anne’s Retirement began in their heart sank, she loathed living North Kilworth home on 31st in the town and couldn’t July 2014. Mick enjoys imagine exchanging the water helping in the Hexagon meadows for the Benefice and leads funerals in ‘Rec’ (recreation ground), the local crematoriums. Anne is beautiful river for the the Christian Aid Organiser for ‘Cut’ (canal), or space in the North Kilworth & Hexagon countryside for a house on an Benefice and also estate in an urban priority co-ordinates the local area (UPA). But off they went distribution and collection of to Nuneaton and it would be Children’s Society Boxes. nearly thirty years before they They married in 1970 and left! For most of that time Mick After years in the centre of a were happily living in a village was the Vicar of St Paul’s community, they love living a in south Warwickshire, with Stockingford. Anne retrained quiet life on the edge of the their three children, when for a career in counselling and village, with Mollie their boxer. Mick finally gave in to a psychotherapy, working for nagging call to explore the NHS in GP surgeries. It ministry in the Church of was a full, but happy life, with Many thanks to Jo for England. No-one was more all the demands of family, volunteering to write this shocked than Mick when, after work and a very busy parish. column the selection conference, he Finally, however, retirement
Mick and Anne with Molly
“When Anne and Mick walked through the door of 11 Elmcroft Road and saw the amazing view across the fields, they fell in love with the house straight away”
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“…Remembering With Hope………..” Our service this year is at St Andrew’s Church, Peatling Parva at 4pm on Saturday 29th October. All are welcome at In our communities there will be this service where there is the opportunity to light a candle Acts of Remembrance held on Sunday 13th November. This is a and to pray for those who have died and for ourselves, or just time when we recall past wars, those who fought in them, those space to sit and remember those who have enriched our who lived through them, those lives and gone from this world who died in them, and to before us. In the remembering remember, in the words of the As Christians, remembering is Kohima Epitaph ‘For your tomor- there is also the Christian hope part of our focus throughout of another place, an eternal row we gave our today’. As we the year when we gather to resting place with God where allow memories of the past to celebrate Communion one day we will all be gathered shape our future, this is also a services, to celebrate a together in God’s kingdom. time to make our own ‘memorial’ as we share bread commitment to peace, looking and wine. “Do this, in However we remember and forward with hope to a better remembrance of me” said Jesus – a reminder of his Last world where harmony and justice whatever our memories might be, remembering helps us to prevail. Supper with his disciples – a bring past reality into our time to call Jesus to mind and present, and our future, as we recall afresh what he has done This is also a time in the live for today and move on, for us. In the remembering the Church’s year, known as ‘All with hope, into tomorrow. Souls’, when we intentionally past is brought into the make space to remember by present, making ours a living Revd. Alison Iliffe, Team name those who have died in faith full of hope as we our parishes during the last year. Curate, Avon Swift benefice. I always think that this is the time of year when we spend more time remembering than at any other. Remembering is an important part of our human existence, a reminder of who we are and where we come from, it makes the past real and helps us to work out what is central to our lives.
“Remembering helps us to bring past reality into our present, and our future, as we live for today and move on, with hope, into tomorrow ”
acknowledge what God has done, and is still doing through us, in the world today.
From the Registers….. Baptisms: Charlie Guy Eric Raistrick Josie Jean Raistrick Helen Louise Brown Funeral:
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Mel Elliot-Masters, formerly of Peatling Parva, Aged 69 years on 7th October 2016
Buggy Service at All Saints Church Gilmorton Short service, play and chat with a cuppa for all pre-school children, parents and carers Every 2nd Thursday in term time at 9.15am (finished in time to go to Toddler Group at the Pavilion) 10 Nov
24 Nov
8 Dec
More details from Rev’d Emma: emma.davies1@sky.com 01455 556573 ALL WELCOME!
Church Matters….
All enquiries regarding Church matters should be directed to:The Revd Canon Chris Oxley, The Rectory, Kilworth Road, Swinford. Telephone: 01788 860445; email chrisandpaula@canonoxley.co.uk The Revd Emma Davies, The Vicarage, 5 Church Lane, Gilmorton. Telephone: 01455 556573; email emma.davies1@sky.com The Revd Jane Kennedy, 17 Cromwell Close, Walcote. Telephone: 01455 554065; email jane@kennedy47.orangehome.co.uk The Rev’d Alison Iliffe, The Rectory, 21 Dag lane, North Kilworth. Telephone: 01858 881248; email: ajiliffe@gmail.com For Shawell: The Revd Canon Brian Davis, Telephone: 01858 431843; email:Revbdavis@aol.com
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Avon-Swift Group Church Services ~ November 2016
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“Being Disciples” “Being Disciples” is the title of a super new 86page book, the latest in a series by Rowan Williams, former Archbishop of Canterbury, written in a popular and accessible style and ideal for home groups… so… …you are invited to Swinford Rectory to look at this together, over five evenings in November and December. This will be from 7.30 to 9 pm on Wednesdays 9th,16th,23rd &
30th November and 7th & 14th December.
You can either buy the book yourself, or let me know by 27 October at the latest and then I will put in a bulk The book is quite an easy read, order. It costs £8.99…I am so the idea is that each week sure you would want to keep it we concentrate on just one and go back to it or pass it on chapter, gradually working to a friend…I’ve read it twice through the book. This is more already! like a reading-group…people will have the chance to share For further details, what has emerged from them contact Canon Chris Oxley on just from that chapter, not lischrisandpautening to the Vicar telling them la@canonoxley.co.uk or on what it means!!! 01788 860445
Improvement Project for the Church Building in North Kilworth It is some months since the Parochial Church Council updated villagers on our plans for the Church building. Work on this project has also limited our time to concentrate on other events and this lay behind the decision to cancel the Harvest Lunch in the absence of firm indications of attendance in the weeks beforehand. However we are continuing our programme of monthly soup lunches , the proceeds of which are sent to selected charities. Our original plans were for abroad programme of modernisation to bring our building into the 21st century. We have discussed these with the Diocese and a range of other statutory consultees prior to applying for the necessary consents..
All Souls' Service A service to remember those who have died. Saturday 29th October, 2016 at 4pm St Andrew's Church, Peatling Parva During this short service of hymns and readings we shall remember those who have died and there will be an opportunity to light a candle in memory of a loved one. If you are unable to attend, but would like a name included in the service, please contact The Rev'd Emma Davies 01455 556573 or anyone from the PCC at Peatling Parva. All are welcome.
As a result of these discussions the project was updated and we are now concentrating on the installation of a disability unisex toilet, a catering facility, a secure area for storage of village society archives , complete rewiring, improvements to drainage and re-decoration internally. We are in process of applying to the Diocese for a capital grant for parts of this work which we hope will match fund possible external sources . The PCC also voted in favour at their last meeting to spend much of our available reserves so that we can meet stipulations in regard to maintenance issues in the interim . Visitors will also notice that the carpet in the Chancel and the rubber underlay has now been stripped out .This was rotting due to the damp but, another upside, it has exposed 4 monument stones on the floor plus attractive black and red tiling which will be cleaned up. We are hopeful that our capital grant application will be reconsidered once the maintenance works are completed . The PCC is very keen to welcome anyone interested in becoming engaged in this project in the form of membership, time, money or all 3! Should you be interested- or need more information on the project –please contact Liz Jones, PCC Secretary, on 880262 or peter.jones74@btinternet.com Thank you to those who already support us financially and in kind. SAINT ANDREW’S PCC.
Support for Christian Aid The recent mini-series on St. Paul, linked with the Hunger Lunches, based at Swinford Rectory, raised another £60 for Christian Aid’s support of refugees. The six weeks of group meetings to look at “Being Disciples” … the fascinating booklet written by Archbishop Rowan Williams, begins on Wed 9th November at 7.30 pm at the Rectory…more details see above and from Canon Oxley
Revd. Alison Iliffe’s Study Trip to India
I, along with other Curates in the Diocese of Leicester have been given the opportunity, as part of our ongoing training, to take part in a study trip to one of our link Dioceses. I will therefore be going to the Diocese of Trichy-Tanjore in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu in January 2017. I am really looking forward to seeing ministry in a different context and culture and learning as much as I can from the experience. A contribution of £150 is being requested by the Diocese from the parishes within which I serve. Rather than just asking parishes for a contribution I would like to be able to share as much as I can of this opportunity with as many people as I can. I would therefore like to invite you to come to The Rectory, 21 Dag Lane, North Kilworth LE17 6HD, on Thursday 17th November, any time between 7.00 and 8.30pm to hear more about where we will be going and perhaps even get a taste of the experience! If you feel able to contribute to this financially I would be grateful, but if not please still come, knowing that I have your support and prayers at this time will be really encouraging as I prepare for this exciting opportunity. Revd. Alison Iliffe, 01858 881248, ajiliffe@gmail.com
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Collaboration of Volunteers Clean up the Washpit in North Kilworth The Parish Council decided it was time for a clean-up operation of the Washpit as it has been ten years since it was last drained. Instead of paying contractors to do this job, volunteers were sought by Sue and Nick Otter. So it was, on a grey October Saturday, willing volunteers assembled. Bruce (Phillips) drew the short straw - being the person with a wet suit and was given the task of removing ‘the bung’ (plug) to let the water out! Also joining the ‘fun’ was Sue and Nick Otter, Peter Jones, David Ritson and a representative from South Kilworth, Lawrence Howie. I passed by and appointed myself chief photographer! The plan was to drain the water out and remove all the rubbish, sediment and rotten leaves from the pit and allow the water to refill from it’s natural spring water source to ‘freshen the area up’. Sounds simple? Well as is often the case, things did not go according to plan. The bung was removed but the water remained stubbornly in the washpit. It refused to drained away. The conclusion was reached that the drain is blocked! Plan B: send Bruce back into the deep water to pull the sediment etc into shallow water so that the ‘welly wearers’ could scoop it out into wheel barrows for disposal. It was hard labour but spirits were buoyed by Wendy from Kilworth Hall when she brought out tea and biscuits for the workers. The other end of the drain was located so that clearance can arranged at some point and proper drainage can be reinstated. In the meantime, the area has been given some TLC. (Peter wore a 'Sydney' sweat shirt but didn't dig far enough. He only got as far as finding the drain cover.) Fran Ritson Postscript: A big thank you to the boys from Severn Trent who came and cleared out the wash pit drain. The bung is back in place and its now all working as it should and will fill from the springs and rain water. Replacing the fencing is the next step. Sue Otter
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Yoga Sessions Belgrave Village Hall North Kilworth This is the time of year when the changing season makes itself felt. Yoga can be a therapeutic activity to lift the mood, calm the nerves and boost the feeling of well being as the dark evenings approach. Why not come along to Belgrave Village Hall North Kilworth for Yoga Sessions. Monday morning 11am for 1 hour. £5pw or £26 for 6 weeks. Wednesdays evening 7pm for 90 minutes. £6 pw or £33 for 6 weeks. Coming soon: Beginners and anyone who has taken a break from yoga or is recovering from illness, injury or other restrictions. Small group with attention to detail. Date of commencement to be announced. Please get in touch if you would like to know more. Yoga Holiday w/c 31 October for just one week. Back to normal 7 November for 6 weeks leading up to Christmas. Book of the month Is Unused weeks roll over into next term.
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2018 Review of Parliamentary constituencies The Boundary Commission for England are currently consulting on their initial proposals for changes to parliamentary constituencies. The District of Harborough is currently split between 3 parliamentary constituencies but under the initial proposals the district would be split between 4. There are proposals for North Kilworth and a number Book of of theother villages to move from Market constituency monthHarborough Is and come under Daventry and Stig of the Lutterworth Constituency. Dump my favourite book See poster for details. I’ve ever read. It is quite a mystery and it takes the whole book to make it all clear, but still it’s a cliff hanger. The author is Clive King.
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Green fingers Winter is fast approaching, leaves are falling rapidly and the wind and rain is increasing by the week. Tender plants will need protection from the frost, gales and rain now. Get moving plants into greenhouses or sheltered spots...if not wrap up plants and pots in situ. Winter is hard on the birds too, so keep the food supplies well topped up. Top Ten Tips for November: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
Keep fallen leaves cleared up. Prune roses. Plant tulip bulbs ready for next spring. Raise containers onto feet to prevent waterlogging. Plant out winter bedding. Put out bird food. Stop winter moths by using grease bands around the trees. Cover brassicas with netting if you have problems with pigeons. Insulate outdoor containers. Clear excess debris with seasonal bonfires if allowed.
I hope these tips help you to keep on top of your garden through November, if you would like any help with your jobs or future work, please see my attached advert below and my full details on this page. I’M ALSO OFFERING A 10% WINTER DISCOUNT AT THE MINUTE!! Please ring me for a no obligation quote on 07525 064 220. I'm only in the village and always happy to help. Many Thanks, Thomas Wright.
Amazing & useful things that you probably didn't know... Banana skins This is a proven method of removing warts and varuccas. Place a banana skin over the wart overnight, then in the morning, using a disposable nail file, gently file the wart. Repeat every night for up to 3 weeks. An inexpensive and effective way to remove warts and varuccas without harsh chemicals
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North Kilworth Women’s Institute The October Open Meeting was extremely well attended with numbers boosted by several visitors The speaker was Mr Ginns from a funeral directors in Leicester who gave us a very informative insight into the procedures taken following a persons death. Despite the sombre subject he enlivened his talk with humour and anecdotes and was extremely entertainng November’s meeting will be our Faith Supper and also the AGM If anyone feels that they can contribute to the running of our WI then please consider joining the committee Meetings take place on the 3rd Thursday in the month at the village hall and we would welcome more new members
North Kilworth Reading Group The next meeting of the Reading Group is on 24th November at 8.00pm, venue TBC. The book under discussion is ‘The Glorious Heresies’ by Lisa McInerney. The book is the winner of the Baileys' Women's Prize for Fiction 2016. It is an irreverent and darkly humorous look at life in Ireland. Described by the Guardian as ‘stories of chancers, gangsters and no-hopers in Cork city, it is crime caper, teen romance and blisteringly dark social satire all rolled into one. Angry, funny and full of heart’ New members always welcome
St Andrews Church Flower Rota November 2016
Mrs L. Sanders
Many thanks to those who helped to decorate the church so beautifully for the Harvest Festival. Many compliments were received. Any problems phone Jo Guilfoyle 881124
Save the date, we’re off on Safari again!
The North Kilworth Safari Supper Saturday 4th March 2017
The new committee for the Floodlit Sports Association are organising the 2017 Safari Supper. For anybody unfamiliar with this event it is a great way to get to know new people. The evening begins at the Village Hall where you buy all your drinks for the evening and find out where you are going for your starter. There are maps of the village available if needed and if you don't know anyone we can introduce you to the host for your starter. At the end of each course your host will have an envelope that will reveal where you are going for your next course! After dessert everyone returns to the Village Hall for coffee, drinks and liquors. Please note you do not have to host a course to participate, so if you have never done the Safari Supper before and would prefer not to cook let us know. When booking your place please let us know if you have any dietary requirements and, if you are happy to cook, let us know which course you would prefer to do. We need hosts to cook either a starter, main or dessert catering for 8 people. This is a great event and all the funds raised for the Safari Supper go towards the upkeep of the children's playground in the village and the floodlit tennis courts. To book your place please contact us by the first week in January. Contact: Sally Ellis, 881782, clansad@btinternet.com or Lyanne Treadgold, 882183,lyanne.treadgold@gmail.com or Nicky Astbury, 880083, astbury2322@gmail.com
Soup lunch Many thanks to all who supported the Soup Lunch in Church on 18th October. £90 has been sent to Medecins Sans Frontieres, whose doctors and staff take emergency medical care to people in crisis anywhere in the world. They constantly risk their lives, as currently in Syria, in providing assistance in the most appalling conditions to people in desperate need. November’s Soup Lunch will again be on the third Tuesday (15th), 12.30 – 1.30pm. In December children from St Andrew’s School will be helping at the event and it will therefore be on the SECOND TUESDAY, 13th and will have a festive theme.
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North Kilworth Bowls Club We are now into the winter season and the green has been 'put to bed' until next spring. The club AGM will be held, in the clubhouse, on 23rd November at 7:30 and we hope all members will attend this important meeting. Additionally the Management Committee have been planning for the Dinner and Presentation Night in the clubhouse on 12th November as well as a programme of social events. Our social events are open to all so we would love to see you if you would like to come along either by
yourself or with a group of friends. The bar will, of course, be open. The early social events are listed below and those for 2017 will be finalised and posted in the newsletter next month. Social Events December 10th at 7:30 pm Bingo and Christmas Raffle (£100 first prize!!) February 4th or 11th (t.b.c.) Quiz or Race Night Tickets for the Christmas raffle are available from any committee member at £1 each,
not a bad investment for a first prize of £100 and many other valuable prizes. Also don't forget the Clubhouse is available if you are planning any event and that there is a bar which can be opened if required. Speak to any Committee member if you have any plans afoot. For news of our club and all our social events check our website or Twitter feed.
Choir Festival 2016 The CHOIR FESTIVAL will be held on Friday 2nd December in church. Tickets for this ever-popular event will be on sale soon from Sarah Holmes (880883), David Sanders (880769), Liz Jones (880262) and St Andrew’s School. The choir of St Andrew’s will be taking part, as well as the De Montfort Gospel Choir and the Lutterworth Rock Choir. Mulled wine and refreshments will be served afterwards.
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Lost
Found
Missing Cat. Dark grey with tortoiseshell patches. Very friendly neutered female. Missing from the Granary at Poultney Grange since mid September after a falling out with her sister. Please ring Belinda on 07742 399682
A single, Yale-type key has been found outside the church. It has a distinctive fob. Ring Liz on 880262.
Useful Contacts: Belgrave Village Hall. Contact Bunty Emery on 01858 880342 abemery@btinternet.com North Kilworth Bowls Club. Contact Reg Tattersall 01455 209126
Eating Out Locally: The White Lion Wine Bar and Restaurant (North Kilworth) 01858 882112 Kilworth House Hotel (North Kilworth) 01858 880058
reg.tatt@gmx.com
Kilworth Springs Golf Club (North Kilworth) 01858 575082
North Kilworth Parish Council. Councillor John Green. northkilworthpc@hotmail.co.uk
The Attic Restaurant (North Kilworth) 01858 575555
St Andrew's Church Rev'd Canon Oxley 01788 860445 St Andrews Church of England Primary School 01858 880430 Neighbourhood Watch team, Sgt Jo Hodson, PC David Sharpe, PCSO Laura Bolton, PCSO Peter Willson. Tel:101 Village Power CIC. Contact Stuart Dainton. 01858 881431 info@villagepowercic@gmail.com Millennium Green Committee. Contact Stephen O'Hara on 881052 stephen@elmhurstenergy.co.uk
White Hart (South Kilworth) 01858 575416 The Shires Inn (Peatling Parva) 0116 2478271 The Joiners Arms (Bruntingthorpe) 0116 247 8258 The Grey Goose (Gilmorton) 01455 552555 Albert’s Cafe (North Kilworth) 01858 882186
Dates for your Diary Regular Weekly Events: Alternate Thursdays: Mobile Library. School – 1.30 -2.15. Pre-school 2.20 – 2.40. White Lion 2.45 – 3.10
2017
November
March
Thursday 24th - North Kilworth Parish Council Meeting. 7.45pm Village Hall
Saturday 4th - Safari Supper. See page 14 for details
December Friday 2nd - Choir Festival in St. Andrew’s Church, see page 15 for details Saturday 3rd - Quiz Nght - 7.30pm Village Hall. See page 15 for details Saturday 10th - Bingo and Raffle 7.30pm at North Kilworth Bowls Club see page 15 for details
If you have any dates to add to our diary, please let us know!