Welcome to our sunny June edition. We have a bumper magazine this month. Our community section has details of a range of events including bingo at Kimbolton’s Manderville Hall, cinema evenings at the same venue, church services at the Staughtons including Hail Weston, Kimbolton Guides, a hog roast at Keysoe Village Hall and Save the Children strawberry teas at St Botolph’s Church at Stow Longa.
Georgia Rose reviews the novel ‘Alchemy of Noise’ by Lorraine Devon Wilkie and Hazel’s flash fiction contribution is entitled ‘No Time Left’. Penny refers to a classic education in Cornwall as part of her latest family research article. Inn Farm Nursery has some ideas for cooking and baking for early years. Peter Lane estate agents have some tips on how to best present your property for selling. Sally Gower previews the Women’s Euros which is taking place in Switzerland.
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Health, Fitness, Beauty & Wellbeing p.7-10
Anthony Withers - Letter from Uzbekistan p.12
Inn Farm - Cooking and Baking in the Early Years p.14
Penny Young - A Classic Education p.16-17
Gardening & Outdoor Section p.22-24
Lee’s Gardening Corner p.22
Hazel Wright - No Time Left p.32
Beacon Wealth Management - YOLOMaking Every Moment Count p.33
Eugene Smith - A Bit On The Side p.36
Book Review - The Alchemy of Noise p.44
Peter Lane and Partners - Winning Gold at the Property Show p.48
Wilson Browne Solicitors p.52
Sally Gower - Sizzling Summer of Women’s Sport p.54
Bystander Community p.56-65
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What’s On for Children? p.76
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I had an email from my friend David. Uzbekistan! Surely you jest. What on earth? Thanks to Peter Frankopan I am now exploring the history and culture of the three ancient cities of Khiva, Bukhara and Samarkand, arguably the three wealthiest and most powerful of the trading centres along the Silk Roads which linked China and Korea with India and the Western Europe. Those us who have Western European view of history might have to revise their thinking. It was here that Zoroastrianism and Buddhism put down roots 2000 years ago. The centre of this great empire was Samarkand which from 300 AD until the Arab conquest of the 7th century was the domain of the extraordinary Sogdians. It was they who were instrumental in developing the trade routes from China and Korea through ultimately to Europe. But trade is just one of their claims to fame. It was through the extensive contacts they made in India and Iran that Buddhism and Zoroastrianism spread throughout their territory.
In the 13th century Genghis Khan’s hordes flattened the cities. You see in certain areas of cities that Mongol genes are still present in the population.
Khiva is ancient: the fifth century city walls were rebuilt and strengthened over the centuries to ward off the incursions of marauding Iranian tribes. Khiva is in many respects a museum piece, and none the worse for that. Walk into the Inchon Kala and you are overwhelmed by the number of mosques, minarets and madrassas all compressed into a small area. It’s not all religion however because amidst the religious buildings are trading domes packed with stalls piled high with some really good stuff, most made in the region, like textiles, silk, cushion covers, carpets and intricate metal worked objects.
Bukhara by contrast is a bustling cosmopolitan city but the jewel in its crown is the old quarter. Most of the buildings date from the 16th century but one impressive sight is the 12th century mausoleum. The mosques and minarets are lavishly decorated. The main square, Registan, is dominated by the Royal Ark, dating back 1500 years and originally a Zoroastrian temple. Naturally the mosques minarets dominate the skyline. Uzbekistan is 85% Muslim but there is no sense of relpresenting an overwhelming presence in people’s lives. There is a welcome absence of burkhas and niqabs and women dress as they do in any European country. Bukhara like the other two cities was a hotbed of intellectual discourse. Algebra was invented here and huge strides were made in medicine, geography and astronomy (most of the stars in the night sky were named by Arab scholars).
The golden road to Samarkand is possibly the high point of the visit. Its most famous son was Amir Temur better known in Europe as Tamerlane the Great who built a huge empire after the destruction of the Mongols. A pilgrimage to the village in the mountains where he was born is essential. The most famous site here, deservedly so, is the Registan square with its three impressive madrassas.
Uzbekistan was an interesting discovery and it will not be long before there are many more travellers making their way along the golden road to Samarkand.
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A Classic Education
Penny Young
We saw in last month’s instalment, his children’s education was of paramount importance to Nicholas – he had sacked his daughter, Mary-Anne’s (aged 9) governess in 1833, whilst the family were living in Paris. Now we turn to the education of my 2 x Gt Grandfather, also called Nicholas!
A letter from the Cornwall archives, dated 1837, had sat for ages on my desk waiting to be transcribed. The excuse was my inability to read the address at the top of the letter. The first line of the letter contained the names, Nicholas and William and was addressed to my three times great grandfather, also Nicholas (snr) Kendall. The letter appeared to be concerning the boys’ education. I could read the second place name in the address – Teignmouth – but the first word still eluded me. I gave myself a talking to and said – just write down the letters you can see, and finally a great long place name emerged! Stokeinteignhead – was this even a place –over to ‘Mr Google’ – yes indeed it was – a village in East Devon, not far from the racecourse at Newton Abbot – amazing!
Back to ‘Mr Google’ – this time searching for boys schools in Stokeinteignhead in the 1830’s. No results at all, neither could I even find a boys schools in Teignmouth. Back to the drawing board – but wait – there was a local history society in a nearby village of Kingsteignton with a secretary and email address. Nothing ventured etc and barely 24 hours later came the reply from the secretary, Richard – that No! - he was not aware of a boys school in the neighbouring village, other than the village primary school. Was I able to share the letter with him. I had two letters (containing the unreadable address) and the second, dated 30th August 1837, was easily transcribed; basically, it was a receipt for £60 15 shillings and 7d (£5788 in today’s money), billed for the previous terms schooling for Nicholas junior. The letter was signed - ‘I am my dear Kendall, Yours Very Truly C. H. Collyns’.
I asked Richard if he would be willing to help me to transcribe the first, very much longer letter, dated 19th June 1837, which contained Nicholas’ school report and included the itemised invoice for the school fees. Three pages of handwritten letter scanned over to Richard, and we began to transcribe, sometimes one or the other of us was able to ‘see’ a word that the other puzzled over. In some places words and passages had us both foxed – so off went the scanned letter together with the partial transcription to my cousin, Wayne, in Australia, generally a dab hand at reading ancient handwriting.
Eventually the three pairs of eyes had to be satisfied with the final transcription, leaving two or three words or passages indecipherable. I will share the letter next month, but there is a story around the circumstances which see my Gt Gt Grandfather Nicholas Kendall (1825 – 1883) boarding at the vicarage in Stokeinteignhead in 1837, aged just 12 years of age.
Richard from Kingsteignton was so interested in the story that he looked up C. H. Collyns, the letter writer, in the British Newspaper Archive and discovered that he was actually the Reverend Dr Charles Henry Collyns (Doctor of Divinity) and headmaster of Exeter Grammar School.
I was able to add ‘meat to the bones’ as I knew that my 3 x gt grandfather Nicholas Kendall
(1800-1878) had attended Exeter Grammar School as a boy. His father (Charles) had been a vicar in Cornwall but died when Nicholas (the son and heir) was just six years old. His mother, Anne was left a widow, with seven children, five daughters and two sons, aged between 11 and one year of age.
Nicholas, the fatherless child, received an excellent education at Exeter Grammar School, further studying at Trinity College, Oxford, where he graduated on 9th June 1819, going back as an Exhibitioner from 1821-1822 and returning again, a father of four by then, to do a masters (B.A.) in 1830.
I found Nicholas (snr) in a newspaper report from Woolmer’s Exeter and Plymouth Gazette 22nd September 1827 attending the Exeter Free Grammar School Society, ‘an annual meeting, open to all Gentlemen who have received any part of their education at the school, paying a subscription of £1 / 5 shillings for the year including the dinner’. The article further reported that members are desired to meet at the house of the Rev Dr Collyns – the Master for prayers and a sermon, followed by recitals from current pupils, to which the Stewards (one of which Nicholas Kendall Esq) awarded prizes. It was well known that Exeter Grammar School specialised in the teaching of Latin and Greek.
Aha – so Nicholas (snr) would have known Dr Collyns from his annual attendances at the School Society, and I can only presume that Nicholas asked Dr Collyns to take on his son, Nicholas (jnr), as a private scholar when Dr Collyns had taken on the ‘living’ at Stokeinteignhead.
Not everybody was pleased with this arrangement, however. Richard discovered a very angry open letter to the Bishop of Exeter, published in the Western Times in March 1829.
“My Lord – You have lately appointed to the living of Stokeinteignhead, in this county, the Rev. Dr. Collyns, the master of the Exeter Grammar School, which living, I understand, is in your gift as Bishop of the Diocese. Stokeinteignhead is a parish of some considerable extent, having in it many poor persons, who require the aid, both in health and under the afflictions of Providence, of the gentleman who is appointed as the spiritual pastor of the parish”.
The writer signs himself “Laicus” – I had to look this up thinking it would probably mean anonymous – but not quite – the meaning “layman” or “of the people”. Laicus’ gripe is that Dr Collyns already has the job of Headmaster at Exeter Grammar School, which is more than 20 miles away and that as good as Dr Collyns may be, why should the villagers of Stokeinteignhead have to put up with a curate employed by Dr Collyns for perhaps £100 per year, whose heart is not really in the job, whilst Dr Collyns pockets the full living of £500 or £600 a year and rides around in a very smart carriage! He goes on to complain that even Jesus did not have deputy disciples to preach the gospel!
The letter clearly fell upon deaf ears, as eight years later, Dr Collyns is still the rector at Stokeinteignhead and in addition privately tutoring my Gt Gt Grandfather at c£200 per year. I also discovered that Dr Collyns had 11 children, by two different wives – my goodness, where did the man find the energy!
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July should be peak blooming time, with borders, baskets and containers all at their best, as long as they have been well fed and watered, but with such a dry June borders may look a little thirsty.
Still lots of jobs to do even though things are doing well. Deadhead roses; prune any shrubs that have flowered in the spring (like philadelphus) - trim back to whatever size fits your garden; clip fast growing hedges such as Lonicera nitida; dead head bedding plants, and perennials such as Lupins and hardy geraniums (this might encourage a few later flowers); feed and water tubs and hanging baskets.
In the fruit and veg garden keep everything well watered, a constant supply of water will ensure fruit and veg taste their best. It is better to harvest most vegetables as soon as they are ripe, with the exception of root veg which will happily stay in the ground. If you have a glut of herbs they can be dried or frozen for future use. Veg such as maincrop carrots, early peas, lettuce, radishes and Spring cabbage can still be sown this month.
If the weather continues to be very hot then raise the blades on the lawn mower so that the grass does not get cut too low, this will help it keep green without the need to water. Only water a new lawn in very dry spells, established lawns will not need wateringthey may turn brown but will soon recover once it rains.
If you are going away make sure you prepare the garden - water well, maybe set up an automatic watering system, pick fruit and veg, feed greenhouse plants, lock away tools and any other equipment
Great plants for July include Agapanthus, Penstemons, lavender, fuchsias and hebes.
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No Time Left
Philippa’s alarm on her phone went off at 7.00. She got out of bed and went to the kitchen to make a cup of tea. She glanced at the clock on the cooker. It was now 7.15. She tipped a sachet of instant porridge into a bowl, added milk and popped it into the microwave, setting the timer for 2 minutes. Philippa ate her porridge and showered. She wanted to leave home at 9.00 to go swimming. She checked the clock on the lounge wall – 8.30. Just time to squeeze in cleaning the bathroom before leaving.
As she climbed into the swimming pool, she checked their large clock on the wall – 9.30. She wanted to get out of the pool at 10.00. She worked out how many lengths she could swim in that time. She began swimming, glancing frequently at the clock and at the timer that helped her see how long she was taking to swim each length.
At 10.00, Philippa got out of the pool, showered, dressed and went back to her car. She glanced at the clock in the car – 10.20. She should have time to go to the supermarket and also grab lunch before going into school for her afternoon as a volunteer reading helper. As she queued at the check out of the supermarket, she glanced at their large round clock on the wall – 11.30. Philippa drove home, put away her shopping and made herself a sandwich. She checked her Fitbit – 12.30. Time to go into school. In school, she worked with four children for 30 minutes each, so kept an eye on the clock on the wall to ensure the children had equal time with her.
When she got back home, she decided to check through her emails on her laptop. She knew she needed to start dinner at 5.00pm because later that evening her best friend, Anne, was coming round for a drink and a catch up. So, she constantly checked the time in the corner of her screen. At 5.00pm, she prepared dinner and popped it in the oven, setting the timer for 45 minutes. ‘Probably just got time for a shower and change while that’s cooking,’ she thought.
Just as she had finished eating, her mobile rang. It was her best friend’s daughter, Louise. Philippa knew instantly from her voice that something was very wrong. ‘Oh Philippa’, Louise sobbed. ‘I know mum was planning to spend this evening with you. I am so sorry to have to tell you that she died suddenly this afternoon.’
Later in the evening, still reeling from the shock, Philippa sat with a glass of wine feeling incredibly sad. All day, she had obsessed about time, checking it constantly on different devices and squeezing things into every available minute. Anne would never again obsess about time, because for her there was no time left.
In her death, Anne had taught her best friend a very important lesson. She needed to slow down and enjoy the parts of her day, not rush from one thing to another. She needed time to breathe and enjoy the moment.
With a sigh, she raised her glass. ‘Thank you for the lesson, Anne. I am going to miss you so much. Life will seem so strange without you, but from now on I will start to spend the time I have left much more wisely.’
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Heating oil prices have continued to fall through May and early June Broadly this has followed the price of crude oil, but we’re seeing signs of change.
Low prices still around, but for how long?
Prices are still at the lowest they have been in 3.5 years. It’s an opportune time to topup your tank if you have space But crude oil prices are starting to rise, and heating oil is showing some signs of increasing too. It might pay to keep a keen eye on prices using the BoilerJuice price chart online if want to secure low prices during summer
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A Bit On The Side
I’ve had a request for this month’s homily, which I’m open to as they make a nice change from the incoherent abuse I normally receive. Talking of which, let’s head to the pub.
Pubs are in danger, the reasons are many and varied, ranging from the availability of cheap supermarket drink to governmental indifference. Indeed, the majority of politicians would never enter a pub voluntarily, and have only set foot in one for election photo-opportunities, sporting a fixed grin of sheer clammy terror.
But assuming you’ve managed to get to the pub, and have avoided the village bore, maybe you’d like a snack with your drink? The key concept here is that a snack is not a meal. Going out for a decent drink-up is a wonderful thing, often ruined by those incapable of finishing their first drink before demanding a meal. Eat at home, before you come out. It’s very simple. Actually, don’t bother coming out. You’ve ruined my night.
So here’s a handy guide to bar snacks. Remember, you don’t need to limit yourself to just one choice. I’d recommend varying on every third or fourth pint.
Crisps. These aren’t a great drink accompaniment, and that’s mainly because most pubs offer bizarre flavours, possibly still reeling from the ghastly gastropub movement. What flavours go well with beer? Ready salted, salt and vinegar, cheese and onion. The holy trinity. Not truffled Iberian ham or other such nonsense. And don’t get me started on Walkers. 4/10.
Peanuts. Now we’re talking. Much better suited for a pub table, and in a range of delightful flavours, from the stolid salted to the wonderful dry roasted. Throw in some salt and vinegar ones as well and we’re laughing. Nothing to do with the drink. 9/10.
Rolls etc. I’ve had five pints and I’m thinking that something more substantial may be required, to prevent me from airing a few home truths. If the pub does ham or cheese rolls, it’s a winner. Ditto pork pies. Pork pies are always welcome. 7/10.
Miscellaneous. An East End pub I used to frequent had an outstanding range of snacks, including Pepperami (not something to be tackled sober) and the small-bag triumvirate of Scampi Fries (sublime), Bacon Fries (not a fan of bacon crisps, but please feel free to have some yourself) and the late lamented Cheese Moments. Pickled eggs and onions may also be available, although you could replicate the experience by asking for a half of Sarson’s. Some pubs put out roast potatoes and similar treats on a Sunday, but I haven’t seen this for years. Maybe the obligatory fat sod who scoffed far more than his share put paid to this. Shame. 8/10.
Pork scratchings. The king of bar snacks. There is nothing bad in this world which cannot be cured with pork scratchings. But beware the false apostles such as “Pork Puffs”, which are essentially Quavers and an abomination. 10/10.
Chocolate. This is a pub, not a tuck shop. Grow up. 0/10.
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Cricket legends shine at Kimbolton School’s PCA Legends Day
Kimbolton School’s much-anticipated PCA Legends Day proved to be a spectacular success, drawing in crowds of spectators for a day of world-class cricket, family fun and fundraising. Held on Sunday, 18 May, the event saw the PCA England Legends triumph over the Old Kimboltonian XI team by 41 runs in an action-packed T20 match.
The Legends team boasted an all-star line-up, including former England internationals Mark Ramprakash, Devon Malcolm, Chris Tremlett, Paul Nixon, Mal Loye, Ali Brown, Samit Patel, Stuart Meaker and Alex Tudor.
Spectators were treated to thrilling on-field performances, complemented by a lively atmosphere off the pitch. The event featured family entertainment, a golf simulator, inflatable games, and both live and silent auctions. One of the day’s most unique experiences was the chance to share a meal with cricketing greats, creating unforgettable memories for fans of all ages.
All proceeds from the day will go towards enhancing Kimbolton School’s sports facilities, helping to inspire and support future generations of athletes.
Alex Tudor, former England bowler and current Kimbolton School Cricket Coach, said: “Kimbolton School extends its heartfelt thanks to all the players, sponsors, guests and volunteers who made the day so memorable. The event not only showcased the enduring magic of cricket, but also united our community in support of the school’s sporting future.”
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TheAlchemyofNoiseis a novel in which boy meets girl and essentially it has a love story at its heart. But it is so much more than that.
Sidonie manages a successful and popular music and events bar. Chris has his own business but steps in to help out the club when the usual sound guy lets them down. Both characters are likeable, honest, reliable and drawn to each other. But they come from very different worlds, because Sidonie is white and Chris is black. It shouldn’t matter, in fact it doesn’t to them, but in the world in which they live thinking that it isn’t going to matter is not that simple.
‘…wecan’tknowwhatwedon’texperience.’
This, for me, was the crux of the tale. However open minded and empathetic you might think you are, however much you think you understand the world lived from another’s perspective, simply falling in love with someone who is good and kind is not enough. Because when something goes wrong for Chris, and it goes very wrong indeed, Sidonie is brutally awakened to the reality of their life together.
Families either close ranks, or crack, fissures starting to appear in previously strong relationships, as Sidonie finds, to her surprise, and shock, it’s not a given that everyone around her shares the same values she has about race, or the police.
The exploration of all the relationships in this novel is excellent. The characters rich and rounded, the way they react and interact absorbing.
It is very well written. It’s intelligent, educational and eye-opening, though still easy to read, the prose flowing and drawing you in. The Alchemy of Noise is an excellent novel I thoroughly enjoyed and don’t hesitate for a moment to recommend.
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Winning Gold at the Property Show
Paul Kinally of Peter Lane & Partners in Kimbolton looks at what it takes to be a winner at showing and selling property. Selling or buying property can feel a lot like preparing for the Chelsea Flower Show — a showcase of effort, planning, and presentation where success is hard-earned and the competition can be fierce.
Just as with Chelsea exhibitors, moments of triumph in the property market can be accompanied by disappointment when things go awry. That’s why preparation is everything. The more event-ready buyers and sellers are the fewer surprises lie ahead, and the more likely they are to achieve a successful outcome.
Of course, there will always be elements beyond anyone’s control. But, as any Gold Medal winning exhibitor will tell you, focusing on the controllable elements is the surest path to success.
Equipment: presentation is key - In property, the seller’s “equipment” is the home itself. It must be in excellent condition, free from unpleasant surprises and priced realistically for the market. First impressions count, so to be best in show presentation matters — from kerb appeal to cleanliness, from decluttering to staging. For buyers being well-equipped means having finances fully in order. A mortgage agreement in principle and a clear understanding of your budget will put you in a strong position when it matters most.
Mental preparation: know the process - Both buyers and sellers should have a firm grasp of the process and potential pitfalls. Understanding the rules of the property transaction game — from legal requirements to typical delays — helps reduce stress, avoid costly errors and maintain perspective if things don’t go exactly to plan.
The support team: assemble the experts - No Chelsea Gold Medal is won without a great support team — and the same goes for property. Your estate agent is your lead advisor and strategist, but success also depends on a reliable, communicative solicitor and a proactive mortgage broker. These professionals form the backbone of your transaction, helping to steer you through obstacles and keep momentum going.
Understanding the conditions: reading the market - Chelsea exhibitors are masters at adapting to environmental conditions. In property market awareness is just as important. Understanding local demand, pricing trends and broader economic influences will help you make well-informed decisions whether you're buying or selling. Interpreting these signals correctly can make the difference between a quick, smooth transaction and a drawn-out, uncertain one.
Final Thoughts - As we move into the summer market, there’s no better time than now to get everything in order. Preparation, presentation and professionalism are your path to success — whether you're selling a treasured home or searching for your perfect next step. And remember, while luck can play a role, as any seasoned Chelsea competitor will tell you, the harder you prepare, the luckier you get.
If you are thinking of moving and would like to discuss any aspect of the process, Paul can be contacted at the Kimbolton Office on 01480 860400 or paul.kinally@peterlane.co.uk
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Sizzling Summer of Women’s Sport
Hot on the heels of hosting a glittering Eurovision Song Contest in Basel in May, Switzerland is ready for more action. Only this time, it’s in the form of the Women’s Euros. Of which England are the current holders, of course, having triumphed 2-1 over Germany in July 2022. Hands up those who can remember where they were when Chloe Kelly’s extra time goal put England ahead and clinched victory. (Upstairs at the Hop and Grain store in Cambridge, singing and dancing with the girls!)
Despite goalkeeper Mary Earp retiring from international duty and two additional players withdrawing from selection weeks before the competition kicks off on 2nd July, England have got to be in with a decent chance of defending their title. Lionesses coach Sarina Wiegman has inspired this squad from day one and she’s regarded as one of the best international coaches in women’s football.
England’s first fixture this time round is on Saturday 5th July at 8pm. Just the small matter of France to contend with, currently ranked 10th in the world, and were knocked out in the semifinal by Germany in 2022. Next up will be the Netherlands on Wednesday 9th July at 5pm, and finally, Euros debutants and fellow home nation Wales on Sunday 13th July at 8pm. England should see off Wales quite comfortably (famous last words) but the Netherlands and France might put up more of a fight – one of the Dutch Leeuwinnen (Lionesses) to watch is former Arsenal star Vivianne Miedema, currently on 97 goals for the Netherlands. The final takes place on Sunday 27th July at St Jakob-Park in Basel. Once again, this falls on the same day as our book club, but without jinxing it, I do hope to attend while singing either a certain Neil Diamond tune or that one about the shirt with three big cats on it.
I can’t write about women’s sport for the summer without mentioning the England Women’s stunning 3-0 clean sweep over the West Indies in the three-match ODI series in June. Linsey Smith and Sarah Glenn stood out with the ball while Tammy Beaumont, Amy Jones, Nat SciverBrunt dazzled with the bat as England won by 108 runs, by 143 runs and by 9 wickets in the final rain-affected match.
And if the cricket and football weren’t enough, there’s only a Rugby World Cup on in August too, featuring 16 nations. England, sitting top in the world rankings, are the only team to have pipped current holders New Zealand to the title in any of the last eight competitions, as the US won their only title in the first outing in 1991. England last won in 2014, beating France in Paris. The competition’s first fixture this year sees the Red Roses take on the US (ranked 9th) at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light on Friday 22nd August. With lauded players such as Alex Matthews and Ellie Kildunne (Winner of 2024’s World Rugby Women’s 15s Player of the Year Award) in our midst, rugby fans can be assured the Roses will put on an elite display.
While my tired ramblings don’t do them all justice, it’s truly exciting to witness so much support for women’s sport, especially seeing the inspired faces of fans in the crowds. Long may it continue!
Sally Gower
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What’s on in Kimbolton in July
Tuesday 1st 9-11am Baby & Toddler Group. Youth & Community Hall
2 - 4pm Carpet Bowls Club. Mandeville Hall
4.15 - 5.15pm Rainbows. Scout Hut 5.30 - 6.45pm Brownies. Scout Hut
Girlguides. Scout Hut. Check website for times: www.girlguiding.org.uk
7.30pm Bingo. Mandeville Hall
Wednesday 2nd 10-12pm Bridge Club. Mandeville Hall 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 7.30-9.30pm Unleash Yoga Flow. Mandeville Hall
2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 4.30-5.45pm Beavers. Scout Hut 8pm Quiz Night. New Sun Inn
Friday 4th 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall 1.45pm Welcome Club. Mandeville Hall
Saturday 5th 6 - 8pm Pop Up Wine Bar. Whitchurch Wines
Sunday 6th 3pm Kim Jam. New Sun Inn
Monday 7th 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall 10-12pm Fitness Class. Mandeville Hall 2.30pm WI. On Safari in Botswana. Mandeville Hall 6-7.30pm Cubs. Scout Hut
Tuesday 8th 9-11am Baby & Toddler Group. Youth & Community Hall 2 - 4pm Carpet Bowls Club. Mandeville Hall 4.15 - 5.15pm Rainbows. Scout Hut 5.30 - 6.45pm Brownies. Scout Hut
Wednesday 9th 10-12pm Bridge Club. Mandeville Hall 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 7.30-9.30pm Unleash Yoga Flow. Mandeville Hall
Thursday 10th 10-12pm Grief Kind Space. Oliver’s Cafe 12pm Senior Lunch Club 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 4.30-5.45pm Beavers. Scout Hut
Friday 11th 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall
Saturday 12th
Monday 14th
Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall
Tuesday 15th 9-11am Baby & Toddler Group. Youth & Community Hall 2 - 4pm Carpet Bowls Club. Mandeville Hall 4.15 - 5.15pm Rainbows. Scout Hut 5.30 - 6.45pm Brownies. Scout Hut
Wednesday 16th 10-12pm Bridge Club. Mandeville Hall 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall
Cubs. Scout Hut
Girlguides. Scout Hut. Check website for times: www.girlguiding.org.uk
Unleash Yoga Flow. Mandeville Hall
Thursday 17th 10-12pm Grief Kind Space. Oliver’s Cafe 12pm Senior Lunch Club 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 4.30-5.45pm Beavers. Scout Hut 8pm Quiz Night. New Sun Inn
Friday 18th 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall 7pm Community Cinema - Mr Burton. Mandeville Hall
Saturday 19th
Monday 21st 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall 10-12pm Fitness Class. Mandeville Hall 6-7.30pm Cubs. Scout Hut
Tuesday 22nd 9-11am Baby & Toddler Group. Youth & Community Hall 2 - 4pm Carpet Bowls Club. Mandeville Hall 4.15 - 5.15pm Rainbows. Scout Hut 5.30 - 6.45pm Brownies. Scout Hut
Wednesday 23rd 10-12pm Bridge Club. Mandeville Hall 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall
Thursday 24th 10-12pm Grief Kind Space. Oliver’s Cafe 12pm Senior Lunch Club 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 4.30-5.45pm Beavers. Scout Hut
Friday 25h 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall
Girlguides. Scout Hut. Check website for times: www.girlguiding.org.uk
Unleash Yoga Flow. Mandeville Hall
Saturday 26th 6 - 8pm Pop Up Wine Bar. Whitchurch Wines
Monday 28th 10-12.30pm Bytes Cafe. Youth & Community Hall 10-12pm Fitness Class. Mandeville Hall 6-7.30pm Cubs. Scout Hut
Tuesday 29th 9-11am Baby & Toddler Group. Youth & Community Hall 2 - 4pm Carpet Bowls Club. Mandeville Hall 4.15 - 5.15pm Rainbows. Scout Hut 5.30 - 6.45pm Brownies. Scout Hut
Girlguides. Scout Hut. Check website for times: www.girlguiding.org.uk
Wednesday 30th 10-12pm Bridge Club. Mandeville Hall 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 7.30-9.30pm Unleash Yoga Flow. Mandeville Hall
Thursday 31st 10-12pm Grief Kind Space. Oliver’s Cafe 12pm Senior Lunch Club 2-7.30pm Dance Class. Mandeville Hall 4.30-5.45pm Beavers. Scout Hut
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Grafham Little Fishes, Stay and Play Session for 0 to 4year olds
All welcome on Wednesdays 10.00 to 11.20, term time only, in Grafham Village Hall. Just turn up for free play time, followed by a short bible story, action songs and simple craft. For more details, contact Jane Rowley 01480 890986 littlefishes@eastleightonstone.com
Family Fun Friday St Andrew's Church, Great Staughton, 9.00am - 10.30am term time only. Tea, coffee, playtime, story time, singing. Contact Sylvia - 01480 812022 for more details. St Neots Toy Library - Mon to Thurs 8.45am - 4.30pm, Fridays 8.45am-1.00pm. At The Butterfly Children’s Centre, next to Winhills School and The Eatons Children’s Centre next to Bushmead School. Telephone Lyanne 01480 358350/Jaci 01480 358340. Rhyme time - rhymes and stories for babies and toddlers aged 0 - 2 years. St Neots library. 2 sessions 10am & 11.15am term time only on alternate Fridays
Baby Gym classes
Promoting tummy time, sensory stimulation and adult two baby bonding. Classes operate term time only, Friday mornings : 10.30am - 11.15am, Open sessions, no booking required., £5 per session, pay as you go (Cash only)., Operates at Huntingdon Gymnastic Club, Mayfield Road, Huntingdon, PE29 1UL, Run by Beccy Chapman Bsc WAHpc, Like Us on Facebook to keep updated, search: ‘baby gym 8-weeks to walking’ Riseley All Saints Church Junior Jivers - music and movement session followed by stay and play every Thursday at 930am term time only - Contact: Samantha Toseland Tel: 07880 700894
Young People’s and Children’s Organisations Guides, Brownies and Rainbows
Kimbolton Guides, Brownies & Rainbows Esther Crook on 07713 165935 esthercrook1@gmail.com Gt Staughton Guides Lindy Bornman, email fgsguides@gmail.com Upper Dean Brownies & Rainbows, Karen Jones: email: div.nbeds@bedsguiding.org.uk Little Staughton Guides, Little Staughton Brownies Scouts, Cubs, Beavers
1st Kimbolton Scout Group, Contact: Emma Mumford 07881 621260 1st Brington Scout Group, Contact: Tim Collins - 07881 821649 Dance/Performing Arts
Linda Allen School of Dance – Ballet, tap and modern jazz from 3+ years - Spaldwick and Kimbolton Ladies ballet and tap in Kimbolton, 01480 861332, info@LindaAllenDance.com, www.lindaallendance.com Stageworks Studios, St Neots. Dance, drama and singing classes for ages 3+. 01480 223331 Motion Dance Academy, Hinchinginbrooke Shcool, Huntingdon - 07887 932294, Miss Mollie www.motiondanceacademy.co.uk missmollie@motiondanceacademy.co.uk
Nurseries, Playgroups, Pre-Schools & Kids Clubs
Crosshall Nursery School 01480 475980
Crosshall Kids Club 01480 219518 Inn Farm Priv. Day Nursery 07802 826798 www.innfarmdaynursery.co.uk
Keysoe Playgroup – Keysoe Village Hall, MK44 2JE, Thursdays 9.30-11.30, £2 per family, healthy snacks, hot drinks, biscuits and craft activity included. Lovely friendly group with lots of toys for your little ones. Come and join us. Term time only.
Village Hall, Yelden 07539 662544, yeldenvillagehall@gmail.com Spaldwick Community Room
Sarah Cardwell - clerk@spaldwickparishcouncil.org.uk
Grafham Nature Reserve & Watch Group The Wildlife Trust 01480 811075
North Beds Young Farmers’ northbedsyfcmembership@gmail.com FB: North Beds Young Farmers Instagram: @northbedsyfc Twitter: @northbedsyfc Grafham Water Sailing Club 01480 810478
Wildlife Trust Brampton Wood
George Cottam Volunteer Warden, 01480 450809; Wildlife Trust Huntingdonshire Local Group Pat Doody Chair, 01480 392706. Eve talks Brampton Memorial Centre 7.30pm, 2nd Wednesday Sept - March. Guided walks in the summer. Grafham Wildlife & Conservation Group Sam Malt 01480810844 day/01480811654 eve
Village Sports
Badminton Club (Kimbolton)
Catworth Playing Field
Shirley Osborne 860198/Jill Strand 861508
Mary Matthews, 07717 246107 Cricket Club, Kimbolton
Mark Field, 07769 159496 Cricket Club, Little Staughton
Adrian Thrasher 07834 602086 Carpet Bowls, Catworth
Carpet Bowls, Kimbolton
Carpet Bowls, Gt. Staughton
Marge Baker, 01832 710145
Mary Foster, 01480 861594
Anthony Withers, 01480 861224. Carpet Bowls, Spaldwick
Carpet Bowls, Ellington
Table Tennis Club - Melchbourne
Andrew Vickers, 01480 891201
Janet Stewart 01480 533482 janetstewart725@gmail.com
Peter Wilkinson peteathillands@gmail.com, 07792 056 157 Tennis Club, Kimbolton
Steven Treadaway 01480 812433, info@cambstangsoudao.co.uk
Derek Fitzgibbon, 01480 861234
Penny Hales penny@tightassets.co.uk
Rob Poyton simplyflow@outlook.com PE28 Kickboxing, Grafham Village Hall
Mark James, 01480 819478
Yoga Classes, Little Staughton, Hail Weston, Linda Tongue 01480 350345, Brampton, Catworth & Godmanchester 07733343702, lindatongue@yahoo.co.uk
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Kimbolton : Castle Gardens 3.50pm to 4.30pm
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Molesworth : Phone Box 10.25am to 11.00am
Brington : Church Lane 11.10am to 11.35am
Old Weston : Village Hall 11.45am to 12.20pm
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Perry : Chichester Way 10.45am to 11.40am
Hail Weston : Orchard Close 12.00pm to 12.20pm
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Kimbolton : Stow Road (Newtown) 2.15pm to 3.45pm
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At a Glance:
• Established, individual village residence enjoying uninterrupted countryside views.
• Superior plot with delightful gardens and grounds in the region of 0.6 of an acre.
• Recently extended, enhanced, remodelled and upgraded.
• Over 2,800 square feet of accommodation for the discerning family.
• Fully remodelled and refitted kitchen/breakfast/dining/family area with extensive glazing including roof lantern and bi-fold doors to the garden.
• Comfortable sitting room with multi-fuel stove and French doors opening onto the garden terrace.
• Versatile second reception room makes an excellent study/home office.
• Welcoming reception hall with guest cloakroom/WC and galleried landing with balcony overlooking the garden and fields beyond.
• Four double bedrooms including principal with en suite, plus well-appointed family bathroom.
• Gated entrance, extensive parking and two sets pf double garages.
