Updates from Etton

On Friday 7 April a Rowan Embley (Sorbus Commixta) tree was planted in the churchyard, as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy, to commemorate the late Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Described as ‘exceptionally glamorous in the Autumn’, with leaves that turn yellow then fiery orange/red. It should have white flowers in the next few months and berries later in the year-so butterfly, bee, and bird friendly too!

New village gate signs have finally been installed at either end of the village, kindly financed by Tarmac. For some unknown reason, Highways have not removed the old signs on the road to Maxey, but the Parish Clerk is investigating on our behalf, and we hope this will be rectified soon.

The new Remembrance bench has arrived and will be installed on the village green very soon. Would you be interested in joining a ‘knit and natter group’ to help our plan to knit a hundred poppies for a glorious display on the village green this November? I have a simple knitting and crochet pattern I can share, let me know if you are interested.

Hopefully by now you will have received your invitation to join the village picnic to celebrate the Coronation of our new King, Charles III. The event is being held on Sunday 7 May, at the Black Barn, between 2pm and 5pm with live streaming of the Coronation concert, celebration cake, a right Royal quiz and pin the crown on the King!

Since a working party was set up to regularly do maintenance in the churchyard, progress has been made with re-laying the churchyard path and the water butt has been replaced. With thanks to Andrew, Fred and David for the work so far. If you are interested in joining the group, please contact Andrew 07836 213 406. They meet on Tuesday morning but the time flexes depending on availability!

On 31 May a representative from Anglian Water is joining the Parish Council meeting to answer questions about the pipe laying work currently happening around Etton village. Open to residents, further details about the meeting will be circulated locally.

On 18 June, the Langdyke Trust have a ‘Father’s Day, Fun in Nature’ event at Etton High Meadow from 10am to 2pm. With experts on hand you will have a chance to explore nature and record what you find, plus guided walks. For more details visit: www.langdyke.org.uk

On 30 June we are planning to hold a village Cheese and Wine Quiz to raise funds for the church(details to follow). Money is still needed to fix the Chancel roof after the lead theft and to pay Parish Share. If you would like to donate to the upkeep of the church building, you can do so by online: www.parishgiving.org.uk (our parish code is 280628321) or ringing 0333 002 1271 or using the QR code on the notice board at the church.

Finally, our church clean-up this year will take place on Sunday 10 September followed by lunch.

COUNCIL CORNER www.northborough-pc.gov.uk

Northborough

Cllr Malcolm Spinks, Parish Vice Chair

Save the Date

There will be a visit by the Police Community Engagement Team on the 19 of August at 11am in Northborough and Deeping Gate Village Hall to which all parishioners are cordially invited. This is our chance to question the Police on issues affecting our village.

The parish council is supporting the Children’s Air Ambulance by the siting of a clothes collection bank adjacent to the Village Hall car park.

Council Contact Details

Chair: John Dadge T: 01733 254145 M: 07802 702908

E: john.dadge@northborough-pc.gov.uk

Vice Chair: Malcolm Spinks T: 01778 343585 M: 07870 343562

E: malcolm.spinks@northborough-pc.gov.uk

Councillor: Rob Chiva T: 01733 252823

E: robert.chiva@northborough-pc.gov.uk

Councillor: Brian Spriggs T: 01778 342502

Councillor: Tracy Thomas T: 07720 327145

E: tracy.thomas@northborough-pc.gov.uk

Councillor: Mark Malcolm T: 07584 877793

E: mark.malcolm@northborough-pc.gov.uk

Councillor: Graham Fowkes T: 07711 415881

E: graham.fowkes@northborough-pc.gov.uk

Maxey Classic and Bike Show

Saturday August 19

Willowbrook Farm, Scotsmans Lodge, on the Marholm to Ufford Road (PE6 7EL)