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April 2025

Issue 174 Issue 208

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Welcome to the Haxey and Westwoodside Arrow

The Arrow team has had an exciting month! The new advertisers and positive feedback are always great to hear—it must feel rewarding to see things moving forward.

With Easter around the corner, it seems like there's plenty of fun stuff happening.

Susan’s Cra Club based in Westwoodside

Yorkshire Wildlife Park and Boston Park hosting their yearly events sounds like a fantastic way to enjoy the holiday. Baby animals always bring such joy!

The May issue deadline for adverts and content is 11th April.

The Arrow will be delivered by the 30th April.

Carolyn Grant

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Community News ISLE PLAY IT music group based in Epworth is having an ‘open afternoon’ for those interested in joining our group or just interested in hearing what we do.

Thursday April 3rd 1:30 to 3:00 Epworth Imperial small hall, Chapel Street DN9 1HJ. We play a mix of instruments, mainly woodwind and cater for adult beginner level through to more advanced.

This term our theme is ‘Marching into March.’

We have learnt a variety of well known marches plus a newly composed one ‘Marching through Epworth’s Isle’ Interested in coming to listen to what we get up to or keen to join?

Contact Fiona Law 07960 262110

Isle Group of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust There’s more to Florida than Disney – Wildlife of Florida Thursday April 3rd 2025 at 7.30pm On Thursday April 3rd 2025 at 7.30pm the local wildlife trust group will be having a brief AGM followed by a talk on the wildlife of Florida by Matthew Capper. There is an amazing amount of wildlife in Florida and Matthew has guided wildlife holidays there. Do come along and join us For your diary our next meeting will be:May 1st - An evening with Matt Cox We meet at Belton All Saints Centre (Church Hall), Stocks Hill, Belton, DN9 1PE Everyone is welcome, you don't have to be a member of the Wildlife Trust, so please come along and join us. Entrance fee is £2.

There will be refreshments available and a raffle. For further information about the local Trust group and their meetings please contact Tony Lee on 01427 753831 or Chris Trinder on 01427 872051. Details about the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust can be found on their web site.

Get ready for an exciting spring at Crowle Peatland Railway!

Despite early spring being our 'quiet' period we have been busy at work on a number of projects and we have had a number of private visits from Belton Primary School, The Islanders and the University of Lincoln.

Upcoming Events: Easter Weekend Open Days (April 19th & 20th): Enjoy a delightful Easter weekend with us! Trains will be running throughout both days, and the cafe will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, serving up delicious treats.

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Stop Your Bills Going Through the Roof According to the Energy Saving Trust, up to 25% of the heat in your home is lost through your loft.

Not only does that mean you’re getting bigger bills, you’re also contributing more than you need to towards greenhouse gases and your carbon footprint.

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International Women’s Day at Peak Physique Gym, Epworth Jodie Grant hosted a fantastic International Women’s Day event at the gym!

The combination of educational workshops, challenges, and community-building activities made it an empowering experience for all the ladies involved. It was amazing to see so many new faces, as well as Jodie’s clients join the gym to celebrate the day and get inspired by the strength training session.

The raffle winners got some amazing prizes too—Carol Barwell and Natalie Close!

Carol Barwell-2 FREE Personal Training sessions with Jodie Grant Natalie Close-2 FREE Personal Training with Jake PLUS a months FREE membership A big shoutout to Clare and Anya for helping make the day a success.

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It seemed like the event was a perfect balance of fun and fitness.

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Community News Epworth Dementia Steering Group. Epworth is striving to be a

23rd April 25 AGM Followed by: Vitality with Vena (Health & Vitality & Chair Yoga) 10th May 25 VE Day celebrations at Willow Fields Campsite. (Watch out for the programme of events and timings.

Late May Early June (exact date tbc) Elderflower Champagne Brewing @ Pig Barn Brewery 28th May 25 Crown Green Bowling (Roll up invite) Haxey Bowls Club

Misterton Bowls Club starts the new season with an open day on Saturday 26 April from 2.00-4.00pm at the bowling green on the sports ground, Marsh Lane. A sport suitable for all ages, anyone interested in playing bowls – or learning how to play - is invited to come along. Bowls will be provided but wear flat, soft-soled shoes, please!

The proceeds of a quiz night this month will help fund maintenance of, and improvements, to the green.

Dementia Friendly Community, welcoming all.

If you or someone you café for have problems with memory, or dementia, or are lonely and isolated, enjoy a good sing, come and join Just Sing at Epworth Thurlow on 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month. Between 1.30 and 2.30 followed by tea/ coffee and biscuits.

There are also Reminiscence Sessions held at the Old Rectory, Epworth. Drop in between 1 and 3pm on Wednesday March 12th and Wednesday 9th April. Refreshments provided.

If you have any suggestions for what activities the community needs please let us know by calling 07526 090162.

In November, Epworth & District Flower Club hosted our eagerly anticipated Open Meeting with Demonstrator Mark Entwistle at South Axholme Academy, Epworth.

Mark wowed us with his spectacular 'Snow Storm' demonstration, featuring arrangements with exquisite orchids, vibrant roses, and elegant lilies. We were thrilled by the fantastic turnout and deeply grateful for the incredible support we received. Our chosen charity for the evening was Weston Park Cancer Charity, which provides vital support and care to cancer patients. We were overjoyed to present Weston Park Cancer Charity with a cheque for £1,800.00, in addition to their sales table on the evening that raised £253.00. The £1,800.00 cheque and £253.00 from the sales table will significantly contribute to their ongoing efforts. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to this wonderful event.

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Boston Park Farm Announces Rare Birth of Quadruplet Lambs – First in 25 Years!

Boston Park Farm is thrilled to announce the rare and extraordinary birth of quadruplet lambs, a remarkable event that has not occurred on the farm in over 25 years.

This highly unusual occurrence has captured the attention of both the farming community and animal lovers alike, as quadruplet lamb births are an exceedingly rare phenomenon.

The Suffolk X ewe named Stripe due to her unusual markings, gave birth to four healthy lambs in the early hours of February 27th, 2025. Each lamb is thriving, and both mother and babies are being carefully monitored by the farm's experienced team to ensure their continued health and well-being.

"I went out to check the ewes and could see that Stripe had started in labour. She had been scanned in December and this showed she was pregnant with 3 lambs, so we knew she might need a bit of help. It's soon became obvious that she was struggling to progress so I had to give her a bit of help and managed to deliver 3 healthy lambs. She was then left to bond and when we returned an hour later to check on her we found she had given birth to another lamb! To have quadruplet lambs born on our farm is an extraordinary event, one that we haven't witnessed in over two decades. It’s a rare and joyful moment for us, and we are delighted to share this special news with the community," said David Chappell, owner at Boston Park Farm. "All of the lambs are healthy, No Job Too Small and Stripe is doing an excellent job caring for them.

We're looking forward to watching these little ones grow."

Reliable and Local Quadruplet births in sheep are so rare that they Ridge Tile Repairs occur in fewer than 1 in 500 births, with the odds doubling if all lambs survive. While twins are more Roofing Repairs common, and triplets are occasionally seen, quadruplets are an extremely rare occurrence in Fencing the farming world. This miracle of nature is a testament to the quality care and dedication of the Chimney Repairs team at Boston Park Farm, who work tirelessly to ensure the health of all their animals.

Brickwork Pointing Boston Park Farm invites visitors to come and 8 The Meadows meet the adorable new lambs as they begin to Garden Clearance Westwoodside explore the farm in the coming weeks. The farm is Doncaster open every day from 10am until 4pmwhere you get Fascias, Soffits and DN9 2HA the opportunity to witness firsthand the joy and Guttering wonder of new life on the farm.

Tel: Kelwyn

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For more information, please visit our website at www.bostonparkfarm.com

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1st Isle of Axholme BP Scouts March 2025 February and March have seen lots of investitures - scouts moving up to senior scouts, cubs joining, and lots of beavers making their promises for the first time. We also had a wonderful Founder’s Day parade in Haxey with all 4 sections on display. The youngsters looked very smart and were a credit to our troop.

Scouts have been building up their First Aid skills recently, working on sprains and strains, burns and bandaging, and finally recovery position and lifesaving. Although most of them have completed their junior First Aid badge, it is great to be constantly refreshing these skills. They have also been planning hiking routes and menus for their weekend away to North Yorkshire.

Cubs have been working hard on their knots, games and crafts, and are also working on their crime prevention badge. So far, the police have visited, and we have discussed respect, vandalism, and stranger danger. Next, we are hoping for neighbourhood watch visitors.

Beavers have been learning about the Union flag, and crafting their own finger-painted flags. Their new mascot “Goofy the beaver” has begun his weekly trips home with the “star beaver of the week”. The beavers are enjoying hearing about what adventures Goofy gets up to each week when he comes back!

Senior scouts have been planning their Adventure pursuit badge where they work towards competence in 9 different sports and hobbies. Anyone for gliding and climbing? Some of the seniors are preparing their Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions and residentials too, in amongst revising for various school exams.

Now that spring is here we are starting to plan camps too. Scouts and Seniors are off the Summerbridge this month where we hike to Brimham rocks, and develop our indoor cooking skills. We will also we swimming, doing air rifle shooting and archery. Photos to follow! Cubs will be having a sleepover shortly too, and we are all planning ahead for our full troop summer camp for all 4 sections.

Sections all meet at the Westwoodside Village Hall: Monday (Cubs, Scouts and Senior Scouts) meeting at 6pm (Cubs), and 7pm (Scouts & Senior Scouts), and Tuesday evening at 6pm (Beavers).

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LOCAL TRADESMAN ALL UNDER ONE ROOF

Pete Oliver Joinery All Joinery Work Undertaken Doors, Windows, etc Kitchens fitted and supplied Oak and Laminate flooring fitted

01427 875234 07790 03 45 93 Lockwood Bank Epworth

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What’s On In Your area in the Isle of Axholme Activity

Meeting place

Mon (4th)

Royal British Legion Epworth Branch

The Red Lion, Epworth

7pm

01427 872223

Mon

1st Isle of Axholme BP Scouts

Westwoodside Village Hall-Cubs

6pm

07843849615

Mon

1st Isle of Axholme BP Scouts

Westwoodside Village Hall-Scouts/Senior Scouts

7pm

07843849615

Tues

1st Isle of Axholme BP Scouts

Westwoodside Village Hall– Beavers

6pm

07843849615

Tues

All Stars Tae Kwon Do

Coronation Hall, Owston Ferry

6.00 - 8.00pm

01427 728162

Tues

Bingo

Haxey Memorial Hall

7.00 -8.30pm

01427 754294

Tues

18th Gains Haxey St Nicolas Beavers

The Youth Hub, High Street, Haxey

6.00-7.30pm

07766806530

Tues

Learn & Play Bridge

Thurlow Pavilion Epworth

Wed

Preschool– playgroup 2.5—5 years Memorial Hall

9:15- 3:15pm

01427 754330

Wed

Pathfinders Walking Group

9.45 am

07452 991948

Wed

18th Gains Haxey St Nicolas Cubs The Youth Hub, High Street, Haxey

6.30—8pm

07766806530

Thurs

Owston Ferry short mat Bowls

Coronation Hall (September—April)

1.30—3.30 pm

01427 728349

Wed

Haxey and Westwoodside Bowls club

The Bowling Green, Haxey Playing Fields

5pm start

07972 493750

Exercise Class Memorial Hall Just Sing. Dementia friendly singing Epworth Thurlow Pavilion session Epworth & Isle of Axholme Rotary The Red Lion Epworth (1st and 3rd Thursday) Club

6:00 - 8:00pm

01427 875051

1.30-2.30pm

07964914066

6.15pm start

01302 265130

Fri

Preschool—Playgroup 2.5—5 years Memorial Hall

9:15-3:15 pm

01427 754330

Fri

1th Gains Haxey St Nicolas Scouts The Youth Hub, High Street, Haxey 18th Gains Haxey Scouts & The Youth Hub, High Street, Haxey Explorers

7.00-9pm

07766806530

7.00-9pm

07766806530

8.00-6.00pm

01427 753162

Thurs 1st/3rd Thurs Thurs

Fri

Memorial Hall

1st Sat

Stephen Jones Community Hall

Saturday Pathfinders Walking Group

April to Sept

Admission £2.00

Venues in the Isle

The Bowling Green, Miunt Pleasant Farm, Epworth Road Saturday Owston Ferry Outdoor Bowls Club (April-Sept The Stephen Jones Community Hall Pam Layton (Bookings) Bookings of the Haxey Memorial jonathanball76@outlook.com Hall Bookings of Westwoodside Village Vivien M’Itwamwari Hall Bookings of West Butterwick Bunty Harris Village Hall Bookings of Coronation Hall, Mervyn Storrs Email: mervyn-storrs@gmail.com Owston Ferry Bookings of Westwoodside Pavilion Deb Hotson

Contact

07452991948

Venues in the Isle

Mon-Frid Haxey pre school Haxey Chapel Coffee Mornings

Time

10am-1130am 9.15 am

07452 991948

2pm start

01427 728349

www.westwoodsidepfa.co.uk

01427 752783 07471066699 01427 753856 01724 782181 01427 728373 01652 618306

The Old Smithy, Owston Ferry is open Sundays and Bank Holidays May-Sept 2pm-5pm Contact 01427 728325

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Haxey Library New Opening Hours .Monday 2 p.m to 5 p.m. when Tuesday 9 a.m. to 12to Noon Please mention “The Arrow” responding advertisements Thursday 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m. to 12 noon Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Telephone Number 01427 753239

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Advice

Business Directory

Pensions Helpline

0800 991234

Electricity Emergencies

0800 375 675

Transco - Gas Leaks

080 111 999

Yorkshire Water

0845 1242424

Care in the Community Age Concern

0800 1111

Neighbourhood Watch

01482 444466

Health Visitor Team

0800 099951

SSAFA Forces Help www.ssafa,org.uk

, 01476 569764

NSPCC

0808 80050000

RSPCA

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Transco Emergency Gas

01427 872106

The Willows Dental

Taxi 07817068199 / 01427 362016

Funeral Directors 01427 238065

R Wallace & Son

Trade/Craftsmen Brooks HOMECARE Replacement Window and Doors

07973 142963 01427 875314

CES Electrical Services—Karl Collins

0300 1234999

NHS Direct

01302 532676

Health/Fitness /Swimming

Ali’s Private Taxi (7 seater) 0800 009966

Childline

£30 + VAT for 12 months Contact Carolyn

0800 111999

Community Crime Stoppers

0800 555 111

Carers Support Centre

01652 650585

Isle of Axholme Lions

01427 752139

Isle of Axholme Osteoporosis Support Link—Anne Broster

01427 875752

Epworth & Isle of Axholme Rotary Club

0790 4573 405

07768 467814 01427 753072

JMB Developments (for all your plastering jobs)

07785 735984

Home and Garden Axholme Pest Control

01427 873608 / 0776 6747245

Fountain Court Florist

01427 874831

Education and General Epworth Country Primary School

01427 872345

Haxey C of E School

01427 752294

Westwoodside C of E Primary School

01427 752355

Westwoodside Mobile Library

01724 865675

Haxey Library - Memorial Hall

01724 753239

Epworth and District WI

07747 103805

Leisure Epworth Leisure Centre

01427 873845

Haxey Cricket Club

01427 752394

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