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It is always such an encouraging and welcome sign, whenever you’re faced with personal sadness, that friends and work colleagues gather round and offer their heartfelt support.
So it was at the end of August when my sister Paula and I lost our dear father. A business like this relies so heavily on the editorial and sales team, the contributors and advertisers all pulling together and ensuring that the final copy is as appealing and informative as possible. My sincere thanks go to everyone who helped in any way to make that happen. So, that was one heck of a summer and, this being our unpredictable British weather, we’re already debating whether or not it’s time for the heating to go on! Never mind, why not snuggle up with a cuppa and your “favourite freebie” and just let the wind and rain make us realise it’s now autumn, and our clocks go back on October 26th? Claire x
Now, my garden is invariably windy, but the autumn’s first gales took things to another level.
One evening, I noticed that one of the fence posts had lurched to a worrying angle and required an urgent repair to prevent some panels from crashing down. With the assistance of my trusty work colleague (my wife), I assembled an emergency repair kit; including hammer, assorted nails, bricks. After clearing up glass from a shattered light that had been attached to the post, we set to work. With one holding said post upright, padding was put between it and the surrounding brickwork it was supposed to be connected to while bricks and nails were used to prop it up from the other side (an allotment). After a few minutes, the temporary fix was complete and the rest of the evening was spent with regular checks on the health of the offending timberwork.
In the morning, the post was surprisingly still upright and now the task is on to come up with a more permanent and professional solution following the repairs carried out by Bodgit & Bodgit....
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This month sees jobs that are mainly clearing the plot, ready for the winter months, plenty of digging and manuring.
Harvest or protect any remaining crops that are susceptible to frosts and clear away any remaining debris and place on the compost heap: the larger the quantity, the better as this helps the heap to warm up and accelerates the rotting process. It is advisable to shred or pulverise thick, woody stems such as sweetcorn, beans and brassicas so that they decompose more quickly. Do not put any diseased foliage on the compost heap, burn or discard it.
Crops that can be sown this month are:
• Japanese over-wintering onion sets.
• Last chance to transplant spring cabbages – be sure to net them to prevent pigeons eating the young leaves.
• Plant garlic.
• Broad beans – early varieties should overwinter.
• Sow a pot of basil seeds and put in a propagator or on a warm windowsill, keeping the soil moist. Parsley and mint can be dug up from an established clump, put in a pot and kept on the windowsill – much cheaper than the supermarket!
Other jobs for this month include:
• Continue to earth up celery and leeks.
• Check the condition of last year’s fleece, cloches and winter protection so that you can plan for any cold spells that may be imminent.
• Potatoes should all be harvested now and stored in paper or jute sacks in a dark, dry, frost-free environment.
• Protect cauliflowers by bending a leaf over the curd.
• Finish pruning blackberries and raspberries.
• Keep removing yellow leaves from brassicas – leaving them on the ground risks spreading grey mould.
• If you have pumpkins or squashes cut and leave them to dry in the sun, which will harden the skins and improve their shelf-life.
• If you have not already done so earth up, or stake (or both) Brussels sprouts and sprouting broccoli plants.
• Pick the unripe tomatoes and put a few in a bag with a ripe banana – this gives off ethylene gas which speeds ripening.
• Cut back asparagus and artichoke foliage and compost.
• Remove runner bean canes: if left in the ground they will easily rot.
• Clear the tops from your spent beans, peas and sweetcorn plants. If you cut the long stems at the base and lay them on the soil, they act as a weed suppressing mulch. Add them to the compost when they turn from green to brown.
• October is a good month for cleaning the greenhouse; ridding it of pests and airing it before thinking about heat and insulation that may be required over winter.
• Divide large, oversized crowns of rhubarb: if established plants are left indefinitely, they do eventually produce less each year. Cut up and divide the crowns into good sized pieces, making sure each has signs of dormant buds.
Happy gardening!
SigmaVet opened on September 1st in the former King William IV public house at 107 High Street, March.
Our friendly team of ten, including two experienced vets, three registered veterinary nurses, two veterinary care assistants and two very welcoming receptionists, is here to look after your pets like they were our own. We’re proud to offer 24-hour emergency cover for March and the surrounding villages for our registered clients as the best way to be able to offer emergency care is if we have your pet's history so you can have peace of mind knowing we’re here when you need us most. Plus, each month we’ll feature a special discount – this October, enjoy 30% off dental procedures to keep your pets smiling and healthy (and keep an eye out for November).
“Our goal is simple: to treat your pets with the same dedication and warmth we’d want for our own,” says General Manager Vlad Ichim.
“Most of our patients are cats and dogs, but we can also arrange specialist referrals for exotic animals when needed. We know that every pet
is unique – and so are the worries that come with being a pet parent. That’s why we take the time to truly listen to your concerns, answer your questions clearly, and explain all options before moving forward.
“Our team prides itself on offering a calm, professional environment where you’ll never feel rushed. Whether it’s a routine check-up or a more serious health issue, you can count on us to treat both you and your pet with patience, respect, and kindness. Our skilled team brings more than fifty years of combined experience in veterinary care... actually, we’re more than a team – we’re like a family, and we can’t wait to become part of your local community.”
To make care even more accessible, SigmaVet also offers affordable health plans at mysigmavet. co.uk These plans allow you to spread the cost of important routine treatments, so your pets stay happy and healthy without unexpected bills.
With ample customer parking, welcoming facilities, and a genuine love for animals, we look forward to meeting you and your four-legged friends soon.
At SigmaVet, we deliver high-quality care for your pets. From routine check-ups to advanced diagnostics, our expert team ensures their health and happiness. Your pet’s well-being is our top priority!
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Acole Plumbing Services Ltd is a new business that has been set up to deal with Fenland homeowners‘ plumbing and heating requirements.
It has been launched by March-based Colin Ovenden who has more than thirty years’ experience in the business, primarily carried out in London.
Colin moved to the town from the capital five years ago and after being employed locally has now decided to venture out on his own.
He said: “I love living in March and felt the time was right to start my own business.
“I am looking to focus on all general domestic plumbing and heating work, predominantly repair and refurbishment, in the March, Wisbech and Whittlesey area.”
Congratulations to Gemma Sommersby from March! Gemma was the lucky winner of our Summer Hunt and spent her £50 prize money in one of her favourite local shops – Paper-chain.
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• All general plumbing repairs undertakenbig or small.
• All domestic heating repairs undertaken.
• All domestic boiler fault finding undertakenboth gas and oil.
• Landlord Gas Safety certificates
• House purchase inspections of plumbing and heating
• Boiler replacements.
• Central heating power flushing.
ALL MILITARY WATCHES WANTED, ALL BRITISH & FOREIGN COINS WANTED, ANY AMOUNTS BOUGHT.
Come and see us at:
MARCH: The Oliver Cromwell Hotel High Street, March PE15 9LB on Tuesday 14th October, 11am-2pm and Wednesday 12th November, 11am-2pm or call 07724 473810
JOIN OUR TREASURE HUNT: Do you have cash in the attic? Come along to our Antique Roadshow – if the offer is OK, flog it!
So come on down, this is the Real Deal! From scrap gold to the finest antique jewellery, we’ll take it. We purchase all quality watches and jewellery – gold and silver is at an all-time high, so cash in. From old silver coins to antique silver tea sets,we want them all. WANTED – all Aviator diver/military watches. Best price paid.
We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering March, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.march@discoveringmagazines.co.uk
Thousands of people of all ages attended the third annual March Armed Forces Fair (MAFF) in West End Park where they enjoyed a host of attractions including military and classic vehicles, farming displays, bands and a variety of food and other stalls... all for free!
• Radiators and Valves
• Shower repairs
• Toilet repairs
• Bath - basin repairs
• Full Bathroom installation
• Kitchen Tap repairs & replacement
• Dish Washer & Washing Machine installation
• Outside Taps
• Blocked Drains
By Eileen Le Voi at Safe Local Trades
As the nights pull in, make sure your elderly neighbours aren’t left in the dark as Hallowe’en arrives this month. Recently, we have seen growing numbers of older children and teenagers “trick or treating” – an activity usually reserved for younger children keen to show off their costumes and outfits. But with teenagers knocking on doors, often later than many people would like, sometimes wearing creepy masks, how old is too old to “trick or treat”? Well, in the UK there is no legal age limit, meaning that anyone of any age can take part in the Hallowe’en activity. However, it is important to know that, for any child aged under sixteen who is involved in anti-social behaviour, trick or treating, parents will be liable to pay any potential fines.
So, with winter on the way, and with the clocks going back at the end of October, we can all get into the habit of keeping an eye on an older friend or neighbour. The winter months can be lonely and isolating for those less mobile; a knock at the door after dark can be frightening, whilst cold callers on the phone can leave the recipient feeling vulnerable. The situation isn’t helped by rogue traders who try to tout for work, often suggesting to the homeowner that a roof or guttering needs repairing before winter sets in. This can lead to people parting with their cash and getting nothing but shoddy work and a huge dent in their savings in return. Doorstep rogue traders have a knack of catching people off guard. Remember:
• Don’t be talked into something on the spur of the moment.
• Don’t take their word for it when they tell you urgent work or repairs need doing.
• Always ask them politely to leave if you feel uncomfortable with their approach.
If you want to get rid of them but don’t feel confident in asking them to leave, take a leaflet and report it to 101 if you suspect something isn’t quite right.
If you are in the market for roof repairs, gutter cleaning, new fascias etc, always use a professional. No reputable tradesperson will come knocking on your door ‘touting’ for business. Never pay anyone cash at the door, especially when they haven't even conducted any work on your premises.
If you would like to find a reputable and recommended tradesperson in your area, visit www.safelocaltrades.com
Most of us are fortunate enough never to need to think too much about harassment laws. But for those who do find themselves targeted by persistent, unwanted behaviour, the experience can be frightening and overwhelming.
Harassment can take many different forms: from threatening messages, or abusive social media posts, to being followed in person or subjected to constant unwanted contact. However it appears, the impact is often the same: stress, anxiety, and a loss of peace of mind.
The good news is that the law offers protection. The Protection from Harassment Act 1997 (PHA) was introduced to give individuals legal remedies against this sort of behaviour. Harassment is usually defined as a ‘course of conduct,’ meaning at least two separate incidents, but what really matters is the effect on the victim rather than the method.
When it comes to taking action, there are two possible routes. A case can be pursued through the criminal courts, usually by the police and Crown Prosecution Service, where the offender may face prosecution. Alternatively, a victim can bring their own civil claim. Criminal cases require proof ‘beyond reasonable doubt,’ while in civil cases the standard is lower – ‘on the balance of probabilities.’ In practical terms, this makes civil claims an important option where there may not be enough evidence for a criminal conviction.
Through the civil courts, victims can apply for an injunction to prevent further harassment, and they may also be entitled to compensation. The amount awarded depends on several factors, including how serious the harassment was, how long it went on for, whether it involved elements such as racial or sexual abuse, and the overall effect on the victim. Courts will often look to established ‘Vento bands’ as a guide, which can range from just over a thousand pounds for less serious cases up to sixty thousand pounds or more where the impact has been particularly severe.
If harassment takes place in the workplace, an employer may be held vicariously liable for the actions of their employee. This means victims can still pursue a claim, even if the harassment came from a colleague.
Taking that first step towards action can feel daunting, but specialist advice makes the process far more manageable. At Vine Law, we work with clients to explore the options available, from contacting the police and seeking an early undertaking from the offender, through to applying for an injunction or pursuing a claim for compensation. We can also help obtain expert medical evidence to support your case. In many situations, we are able to act under a ‘No Win, No Fee’ agreement, and can advise on insurance options to cover legal expenses.
If you would like a confidential discussion about your circumstances, you can contact Marcus Chapman on (01945) 898090 or email marcuschapman@vinelaw.co.uk
• Wills, Probate and Lasting Powers Of Attorney
• Property
• Employment Law and HR Services
• Civil Litigation – dispute avoidance and resolution
• Legal assistance for start-ups and SMEs
Austria has a wine producing history dating back many centuries. Numerous people have found the delights of Austrian wines whilst holidaying there, maybe perhaps visiting or working in Austria. I searched for an Austrian company that offers an excellent range of quality wines – be it someone’s preference for red, white, sparkling or a ‘pink’ one.
Weingut Nastl is a major producer of wines, including many awardwinning productions and is located in the Kamptal region of Austria, with the winery being situated in Langenlois. Nastl winemaking has a history from 1656 and today, the company very much participates in the reductions of interventions, to produce affordable, outstanding wines, with quality and attractive presentations. Gravity is utilised to a great advantage in their winemaking process, furthering reduced interventions.
Nastl Muskateller (12.5% vol) is produced with grapes that have grown on vines which have their vine ancestors dating from ancient times. The vines from this varietal have had a lot of increased plantings in recent
As always, enjoy!
years. This white wine is very popular for pre-dining and at the commencement of meals.
Nastl Riesling (10% vol) is a further, often selected, white production. Good aromas of stone fruits and an extended finish on the palate, which is off-dry, attribute to this wine’s popularity.
By Trevor Langley
Nastl Zweigelt Rosé (12.5% vol) I found fruity, with a hint of floral, for this easy-drinking wine. A good, light body has this firmly in the juicy, pink delectation category.
Nastl VelKam rot (12.5% vol), may I suggest, for a red wine. This dry production balances its fruity overtones throughout, from the bouquet to the palate. An excellent red wine, as a good ‘all-rounder’ which pairs with casseroles and red meats very well.
The Nastl family pride themselves on commitment and dedication, producing delectable wines to a high standard. The traditional Austrian on-site restaurant, plus tastings and tours, are further very popular features of the winery. For all details, information and of other wines too, including stockists, please contact and/or visit their most informative and interesting website. Online ordering is available and easy, with orders being dispatched quickly and efficiently.
Email: office@nastl.at www.nastl.at
Market Place March
MONDAY
Bacon, brie and cranberry panini
TUESDAY
Cheese and bacon omelette with chips and salad
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Ham and two eggs with chips and salad
THURSDAY
All-day breakfast, including a drink
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Scampi with chips and salad Bacon,
‘I’m sure I had a pension with…’
Let’s be honest, we don’t often pay attention to our pensions during our working life, everything else is a priority. But before you know it, all of a sudden, you’re turning 50 and have no idea what you have in place for your (what now feels like looming) retirement.
With most of our clients coming to us at this stage of their life, you’re in good company!
How we can help:
We write out to all your providers for you so you don’t have to – obtaining the details of your pensions and putting the information into a clear and easy to understand summary.
Communication is key:
Providers can take a few weeks to come back with information, so we keep you updated and informed every week so you know where you are in the process.
Transparent fees:
We’ll always be upfront and honest about the cost of our services. Our pension finding fee is fixed at £195.
By the end of the process you’ll know what you have, where it is and what it is worth, putting you back at the helm of your financial planning. What’s more, if you want to know where it all fits in with your overall plan, we can upgrade you to our full cashflow service.
Book a free consultation online at www.nenefinancial.co.uk or call our friendly team in confidence on (01354) 278088.
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We are pleased to welcome Tanaya Mayoh, a Sports Therapist from Optimal Performance to the clinic. Tanaya is passionate about helping people move better, feel stronger, and recover smarter. She graduated with a degree in Sports Therapy in 2020 and since then has built a wide range of experience treating people across both sport and clinical settings.
Her previous work highlights include working for three years at Northampton Town FC, with both the Academy and the first team and providing postrace sports massage to runners after completing the London Marathon. Tanaya has also worked for two years in neuro-rehabilitation, helping clients regain function, movement and independence in daily life after life-changing health conditions.
From pitch-side injuries to long-term rehab, she has worked with all kinds of people at all levels and is passionate about tailoring each session to meet your individual needs. Whether you're an athlete, weekend warrior, or simply want to move better and feel great, Sports Therapy could work for you.
This is how it could help you:
General public with musculoskeletal issues
• Individuals with back pain, joint stiffness, or muscle imbalances from work, posture, or lifestyle.
• Office workers with neck, shoulder, or lower back pain from sedentary habits.
• People recovering from falls, sprains, or soft-tissue injuries, even outside of sport.
Rehabilitation and special populations
• Post-operative patients (e.g., after ligament repairs, shoulder, hip or knee surgery) needing structured rehab.
• Older adults aiming to maintain mobility, strength, and balance this helps to reduce falls risks.
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• People with long-term musculoskeletal conditions (like arthritis or chronic pain) seeking management strategies.
Active individuals
• Gym-goers, runners, cyclists, and fitness enthusiasts with aches, strains, or recurring injuries.
• People training for events (e.g., marathons, triathlons) who want to reduce injury risk.
• Anyone experiencing delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), tightness, or reduced flexibility.
Athletes and sports participants
• Professional, semi-pro, and amateur athletes needing injury prevention, treatment, or rehabilitation.
• People returning to sport after an injury, needing sport-specific rehab and conditioning.
• Athletes seeking performance enhancement through improved mobility, strength, and recovery strategies.
Call us now on 01354 651200 for more information and to get booked in.
WE ARE CURRENTLY OFFERING £5 OFF YOUR FIRST SPORTS AND REMEDIAL MASSAGE. PLEASE BRING THIS ADVERT WITH YOU TO RECEIVE YOUR £5 OFF. Call us now to book your first appointment and receive your discount (cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer). £5
March Podiatry Practice Ltd
March Podiatry Practice Ltd
March Podiatry Practice Ltd
47-49 High Street, March PE15 9JJ
47-49 High Street, March PE15 9JJ Tel 01354 651200
47-49 High Street, March PE15 9JJ Tel 01354 651200
www.marchpodiatry.co.uk
www.marchpodiatry.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon 9am-7pm, Tues 9am-5pm, Weds 9am-7pm, Thurs 9am-5pm, Fri 9am-5pm and Sat 9am-1pm
• Free hearing tests
• State of the art rechargeable hearing aids which are compatible with all mobile phones
• Effective painless wax removal
• Noise protection “When someone in the family has a hearing loss, the entire family has a hearing problem.”
For information on any of the ser vices we provide, or to discuss your specific requirements, please get in touch.
Email: info@clearerhearing.co.uk
This will be an informative and practical stress management workshop. Using Solution Focused techniques in a positive way to support and empower individuals.
The workshop will cover:
• How we create stress and anxiety
• Why we feel anxious and how the brain works
• We all have a stress bucket and what we can do to keep on top of it
• Understanding sleep and why we need it
• Finishing with a 25 minute relaxation
I am a qualified Solution Focused Clinical Hypnotherapist.
I am fully insured and hold an Enhanced DBS Check. I am registered with the CNHC & AfSFH.
Suzanne Westbrook
MONDAY 6th OCTOBER 11am-12.30pm TUESDAY 7th OCTOBER 7pm-8.30pm
For further information, or to book your space, contact Suzanne Westbrook on 07935 466590 or email info@sunflowerhypnotherapy.co.uk
Suzanne Westbrook
WEDNESDAYS
9am, 10.30am, 5.30pm & 7pm at 2nd March Scout Hut, Mill View (Nr Sainsbury’s), March, Cambs PE15 8SY
Contact Jamie on 07415 175655
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AWARD-WINNING CARE AT THE GABLES CARE HOME IN CHATTERIS
We provide respite care or longer-term residential care and support at our home in Chatteris
Rooms at The Gables are decorated to an exceptionally high standard and most feature ensuite facilities. There are large, communal living and dining areas and access to our beautiful, well-kept garden where we host events with families and our local community.
We provide high-quality care including fresh, nutritious meals and a wide variety of activities are available.
Prices are available on request and depend upon the room and level of care required. Our home is rated as good with the Care Quality Commission and is one of the Top 20 care homes in East Anglia, based on reviews from the highly respected carehome.co.uk website.
To find out more, please give us a call or visit us online.
Tel: 01354 693858 Email: thegables@blackswan.co.uk www.blackswan.co.uk
Three March teenagers put their best feet forward during the school holidays to raise money for the Macmillan charity.
Neve Wilson, Kier Meaghan and Kai Stoner organised, planned and completed the epic walk from March to Cambridge, setting off at 5.30am and travelling through Chatteris, Sutton and Northstowe before finishing at Jesus Green in Cambridge at 6pm, completing 50k (31.58 miles) in the day.
They have so far raised £1160, more than double their original goal of £500. And there's even talk of a future challenge... perhaps once their feet have recovered!
Visit https://gofund.me/7bc21d01d
Fenland District Council has reaffirmed its support for the patriotic flying of national flags across the district’s towns and villages.
In light of recent national news reports about flag flying, it has said it welcomes the respectful display of the Union and St George’s Cross flags.
Leader of Fenland District Council Cllr Chris Boden said: “In Fenland, we support and encourage the patriotic flying of our nation’s flags.
“The Union Flag and the Cross of St George represent our shared history, heritage and national pride and, if flown in a safe and appropriate manner, it can create a real sense of civic pride and unity.”
We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering March, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.march@discoveringmagazines.co.uk
Unpaid carers in Fenland are being invited to step away from their daily routines and come together at the first Carers Connect Hub in-person event which will be held at March Library on Thursday, October 9th from 10.30am to 12noon.
Carers Connect Hub, run by local charity Cambridgeshire ACRE, provides a supportive online community for unpaid carers offering resources, live sessions and themed discussion groups to help carers feel less isolated.
This new in-person event is designed to give carers a chance to meet face-to-face, enjoy refreshments, and share their experiences with others who truly understand the challenges of caring.
Village agents will be on hand to offer friendly advice and support on a range of issues, while digital champion volunteers will provide one-toone help setting up the Carers Connect Hub app on phones, tablets or laptops. This will make it easier for carers to stay connected and access online support from home.
Hayley Neal, chief executive of Cambridgeshire ACRE, said: “We know how difficult it can be for carers to take time for themselves. This event is about creating a welcoming space where carers can relax, connect with others, and feel supported both in person and online. Whether carers come alone or bring the person they care for, they will be made very welcome.”
The event is free to attend, and carers can simply drop in on the day.
Five generations of the Turner family have been helping March families cope with the pain and heartache of bereavement for nearly 140 years. The Turner & Son firm of funeral directors was set up by David Turner in 1887 and is now headed by descendants Mark (62) and his son James (24). They provide 24/7, 365 days a year personal service from its base at City Road, March which houses a private Chapel of Rest and luxury fleet of vehicles.
Sister company Corinne Turner Floristry, run by Mark’s wife, and Richard King Memorials are also based on-site to provide additional services to support grieving families when they most need it.
Mark joined the business straight from school in 1979 with James following in 2023. Both believe the family continuity and personal service gives families peace of mind when planning a loved one’s funeral.
“People speak with people and our business is all about reputation,” said Mark. “We are there to help families at a time when they most need it, when they are vulnerable and need support.”
James added: “After finishing university I wasn’t put under any pressure to join the business, but I tried it and found I loved it. I get a lot of job satisfaction by helping families who have lost a loved one.”
Mark said that over the years there has been a move away from church ceremonies with cremations now being the most common form of service.
The father-and-son, who are assisted by fellow funeral director Mark Belton (DipFD) and supported by a team of full and part-time staff, can provide pre-paid funeral plans and organise direct cremations locally here in March.
Turner & Son is a member of SAIF, the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors, and NAFD, the National Association of Funeral Directors, and primarily operates within a 25-mile radius of March but can also organise funerals further afield.
For more information, contact Turner & Son at City Road, March PE15 9LS; Tel: (01354) 652101; Email: info@turnerandson.co.uk; www.turnerandson.co.uk
By Steve Barclay MP
At the heart of our community in March is St Wendreda’s Church, the town’s oldest place of worship and home to the world-famous angel roof. Exquisitely carved in 1558, the year Elizabeth I became Queen, the roof features 118 wooden angels soaring above the nave.
However, the church’s six bells are currently silent as the spire has become unstable due to corroded metal supports. Without repairs, both the spire and the unique angel roof are at risk. Saving the spire is essential to preserving an important part of March’s history, heritage, and the angel roof for future generations.
Local campaigners have already raised more than £60,000, and I am working with Rev Ruth on a Heritage Lottery bid to secure the remaining funds. A key criterion for a successful bid is demonstrating strong community support. We would love to hear your memories of St Wendreda’s that make it special to you. What role has it played in your life, and why would it matter to you if it were not preserved?
I will be collating these local stories about St Wendreda’s to include in the lottery bid next month. Please share your stories by contacting me at stevebarclay.net/contact.
This summer was a vibrant time filled with fantastic community events, from the Insane Terrain 5K and 10K cross country event at Washbrook Farm in Doddington, car shows in Wisbech and March, to the Summer Fun Day at Gorefield Pavilion.
A special mention goes to the many people who helped organise the community events over recent months, including the fantastic
Armed Forces Day held in March. The day was packed with military displays, interactive stands, veterans’ organisations, cadets, and fantastic live entertainment. A huge well done to all the volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event such a success.
Early in the month, we welcomed the Royal Engineers Association (REA) to the Houses of Parliament as part of our regular programme of constituency visits to Westminster. A special mention goes to Nigel ‘Spence’ Spencer, who does so much for our community. If you are part of a local group or club and would like to arrange a tour of Parliament, please get in touch at stevebarclay.net/contact
We have a lot of house building within Fenland but there is a lack of transparency regarding the money paid by developers towards the local community, known as section 106 funds. I have discovered significant sums which have not been spent in Fenland by Cambridgeshire County Council and am following up on this particularly in Whittlesey and Chatteris where this funding would be hugely beneficial for a variety of local schemes.
To find out more about my work in Parliament or local campaigns, visit my website www.stevebarclay.net or follow me on social media:
The March Wildlife and March Woodland Group’s annual meeting is Friday, October 24th at 7pm in The Scout Hall in Mill View, next to Sainsbury’s lorry entrance.
By Joan Munns, of March Wildlife Group & March & District Woodland Group
ith the approach of Hallowe’en, it seems appropriate to look at the causes of manic dancing and hallucinations of such things as werewolves and other supernatural phenomena.
Ergot is a fungus that grows on grasses and cereal crops. Rye is affected most often and severely whilst barley and wheat can also be affected. Oats are almost never attacked but all wild grasses will support ergot growth and provide a nursery for the spores that infect cereal crops.
In southern areas of mediaeval Europe, rye was the cereal crop most often grown by peasants and there were epidemics of ergotism. Symptoms were rashes and burning pains in limbs caused by the drying up of blood vessels and it was given the name 'St Anthony’s Fire'. These effects were due to prolonged ingestion of low doses of ergot. In years when a wet summer followed a long cold winter, there would be a high percentage of ergot in the rye crop and the result was catastrophic. Victims would hallucinate, many believing they could fly and leaping to their death off roofs. Others would have convulsions, gangrenous limbs, and death. It is estimated that fifty thousand people died.
Britain was not affected as wheat varieties grown at that time were resistant to ergot and wheat was the cereal of choice in most of Britain and oats, grown in Scotland, very seldom are affected.
In Salem, Massachusetts, events of 1692-93 led to the infamous Salem witch trials that saw two hundred people accused of practising witchcraft and twenty, mostly women, were executed. It all began when some children began behaving very strangely and neighbours suggested that they had been bewitched. This soon expanded causing a witch hunt throughout New England. It is impossible to be sure if ergot was involved but children with a smaller body mass would display symptoms and adults have no reaction.
Ergot has not gone away but modern farming methods make it less likely to reach dangerous
levels and computerised optical sorting can remove doubtful grains in a suspect crop. This, of course, does reduce the value of the crop to the farmer.
Straw burning in fields was banned in 1993; a good thing for the general public, but farmers now have no effective way of eliminating Black Grass which is a host of ergot. Black Grass also affects the quality of the crop as its seeds will stay in the grain when it is harvested. The very welcome increase in flowery field margins is wonderful for insects but also wonderful for wild grasses of all varieties.
Ergot is not all bad news; it is used for the production of drugs to treat many conditions, especially migraine.
Next Gault Wood Work Parties are Saturdays October 4th and November 1st at 10am.
If you'd like to support our work at the wood as a volunteer, please contact the Woodland Trust using this email: volunteering@woodlandtrust.org.uk
Alternatively, you might like to support the Nature's Calendar project, which focuses on phenology, which is the study of plant and animal reaction to climate change. Nature's Calendar (woodlandtrust.org.uk)
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Now that everyone has upgraded their PCs and laptops to Windows 11 (if you haven’t, what are you waiting for?), you may be spending a bit of time navigating your way through all the new settings and features and customising it to how it best works for you. The following are some of our favourite features:
Start Button - previously located in the lower-left corner of the screen (where, in our opinion, is where it was always intended to be) the Start Button is now in the middle of the taskbar. However, it can be relocated by right-clicking on a space within the taskbar and opening Taskbar Settings. Half-way down the screen, is the Taskbar Behaviours drop-down menu – click on this and change the Taskbar Alignment to Left.
Manage and create multiple desktops - the old Task View button has been replaced with a redesigned icon on the taskbar, making it easier to create and manage multiple desktops. Just
hover over the icon to see any open virtual desktops or create a new desktop. You can then rearrange these desktops as necessary and drag apps from one desktop to another. To differentiate between them, you can use different wallpapers by right-clicking on the Desktop > Personalise > Background
Widgets - a new Widgets icon on the taskbar provides quick access to various useful apps and features, such as weather, traffic, news etc. You can customise the Widgets board with the apps that interest you most, you can also add third-party widgets to the panel, including those from Facebook Messenger and Spotify.
Snap Windows Layout - Although you can still drag windows to the
sides and corners for half and quarter-screen layouts, Windows 11 has added a hover menu over the Maximize button that offers layout options. You can choose from various layouts depending on the size of your display. Click to select your preferred formation and then move your apps into place.
Pin Apps to the Start Menu - a more simplistic Start menu where you can pin apps for easy access has replaced Live Tiles. Open the App List, right-click on an app, and select Pin to Start to move it to the Pinned section. Then drag the app into the position you prefer. To remove apps, right-click and choose Unpin from Start. You can also drag icons on top of each other to create folders, as you would on a mobile phone.
New Keyboard Shortcutsthese are definitely worth learning:
• Windows Key+W to open the Widgets panel
• Windows Key+A to access the Quick Settings
• Windows Key+Z to access Snap Layouts
• Windows Key+K to cast media
The team at Fen Mobility Centre in Ely, is known for being friendly, supportive, and truly attentive to individual needs. Customers often comment on the warm, welcoming atmosphere and the respectful, no-pressure approach offered by staff. Whether someone is exploring options for the first time or looking to upgrade existing equipment, they can expect knowledgeable guidance and a helpful ear. Customers are certainly happy; they have a 4.9 rating on Google Reviews.
What truly sets Fen Mobility apart is the presence of their in-house Occupational Therapist (OT). This unique service means that assessments and recommendations are backed by professional insight, helping to ensure that the right solution is found for every customer. The OT works closely with the team to offer tailored advice, making complex decisions feel simple and stress-free.
Fen Mobility stocks a wide range of high-quality mobility and daily living products – from scooters and powerchairs to riser recliners, walking aids, and
bathroom equipment. All products are carefully chosen for comfort, reliability, and value, and the centre prides itself on offering competitive pricing across the board. It is very important to really try, test and feel the products to ensure the right choice.
In addition, they provide reliable delivery, installation, servicing and repairs across the Fens and the surrounding areas, ensuring a smooth and convenient experience from start to finish.
Whether supporting older adults, those living with long-term conditions, or people recovering from surgery or injury, Fen Mobility Centre is dedicated to helping individuals stay independent and confident in their everyday lives.
To learn more, visit the showroom, call the team, or explore their website – Fen Mobility is always ready to help, with professionalism and care at the core of everything they do.
By Jennifer Lawler
3Nene Parade is a fine, imposing Georgian riverside townhouse which has played a significant part in March’s history.
It was built of gault bricks with a raised band of bricks between the two storeys. The grey slate roof has three dormer windows, end chimneystacks and tumbled parapet gable ends. It had five sash windows to the upper floor. A central doorway with stone surround between four lower sash windows was later replaced by shops. Historic maps in March Museum show a long garden with lawns, trees and buildings extending towards Creek Road. This would have been the access for carriages.
The 1602 map in March Museum shows a house on the site owned by Dr Ward. In 1840/1 William Pope was living with his wife, two daughters and son in the house in Outwood End (3 Nene Parade). He was a wine and spirit (porter) merchant, a stout brewer, an agent for Guinness and agent to Gurney’s Wisbech Bank, drawing on Barclay and Bevan & Co, London.1 As with other riverside properties there is said to have been a tunnel through the riverbank to enable goods to be transported easily from the river.
By 1851, the building housed the National Provincial Bank of England, which drew on Spooner, Atwoods & Co London.
Joseph L Porter was the manager living there, having succeeded W G Bellamy. William Pope was listed as landed proprietor living in 21 Bridge (Broad) Street with his wife and family. Widower James Baines from Tenbury, Worcestershire was the National Provincial Bank manager in 1861, working and living at the house with his three young sons and two servants.2
The bank was replaced in the building by March Post Office. At the address between 1870 and late 1880s was the Post & Money Order & Telegraph
Office, Savings Bank & Government Annuity & Insurance Office. Postmaster William Burton, auctioneer, valuer, estate agent and agent for Royal Insurance Company, lived there with his family. 3 After the Post Office was moved, widow Ann Woodward lived in the house in 1891 with her daughter Grace and sisters Rosa and Sophia Atkinson and later, Rosa Atkinson and visitor Elizabeth Braithwaite. Between 1916 and 1925, the building was a Temperance Hotel.4 The ground floor was later divided with two shops. The shops later included March Creamery.
Photo and illustration: The changing face of 3 Nene Parade
1 Census 1841, March Museum; Pigot & Co’s Directory Cambridgeshire 1840, pp 61-63
2 March Rate Books, March Museum; Censuses 1851 and 1861
3 The Post Office Directory of Cambridgeshire, Ed. by E. R. Kelly. [1879]
4 Kelly's Directory of Cambs, Norfolk & Suffolk, 1892; Censuses 1891, 1901, March Museum archivist
WEDNESDAY LUNCHES SERVED 12-2pm
EVERY THURSDAY: FREE PUB QUIZ NIGHT
7.30pm start, FREE entry, all welcome. No limit on team size
SAT 11th OCT: FLEETWOOD MAC TRIBUTE
£8 members, £10 guests. Club opens at 7pm
SUN 12th OCT: TRADITIONAL CARVERY
Two course carvery with dessert table. Only £16pp, Booking is essential
FRI 17th OCT: CASH BINGO NIGHT
Eyes down at 7.30pm, cash prizes and raffle. All welcome
SUN 19th OCT: CHARITY AFTERNOON TEA
In aid of Dementia UK and The Stroke Association followed by entertainment from Simon Rose
SUN 26th OCT: SUNDAY QUIZ LEAGUE
7.30pm start, £2pp entry. The longest-running quiz in March!
SAT 1st NOV: COUNTRY & WESTERN NIGHT WITH THE DENIM ROSES £8 members, £10 guests
SAT 22nd NOV: ROCK AND ROLL NIGHT WITH ROCKING REVIVAL
All the best 50s, 60s and 70s music. £8 members, £10 guests
CHESS CLUB EVERY MONDAY FROM 7.30pm
DOMINOES: 1st & 3rd TUES OF MONTH 12-2pm
Now is the time to start thinking about your Work Christmas Party! We have two Party Nights on Fri 5th and Fri 12th December. The night includes a two course meal followed by live music.
For more information contact the Club on 01354 653150 or go to the Club Facebook page and just search for March Con Club. If you like the page you will get all the updates for what’s going on.
Why not come and see what the Club has to offer?
We have very limited availability for private bookings. For more information about this or any of our events, please contact the club.
Featuring snooker and two pool tables, a big screen TV, PLUS TWO DARTBOARDS! We also have a JUKEBOX that is able to play in all rooms! The games room can be accessed by members from 9am.
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There’s a chance to book a free Family Fun Craft Activity with M&D during the Hallowe’en half-term with sessions being held on October 27th, 28th and 29th from 3pm-4pm. To book phone 0795 6656690 or visit the M&D shop at 83 High Street, March.
The transformation of March town centre has taken another step forward with an area at a gateway point to the town now spruced up.
A patch of High Street outside the Iceland store now has new planters and paving after a large dead tree that previously dominated the space was removed.
Work on the area started in March this year funded by savings made during the delivery of the Broad Street regeneration scheme as part of the March Future High Streets Fund programme.
Fenland District Council’s Cllr Chris Seaton, lead member of the March Future High Streets steering group, said: “It’s wonderful to see another area of the town given a fresh new look. This entire project has been about enabling March town centre to be a vibrant, attractive place to be for businesses and visitors fit for the future.”
Photo: New look area of March. From left: March mayor and Fenland district councillor Andrew Woollard, with fellow district councillors Jan French, Steve Count and Chris Seaton
We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering March, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.march@discoveringmagazines.co.uk
A project aimed at increasing people’s confidence using public transport is now open to even more Fenland residents.
Fenland District Council’s Travel Buddies project was launched earlier this year thanks to Care Together funding from Cambridgeshire County Council. Aimed at residents aged sixty-five and over, it offers free days out to help people gain confidence using public transport and make new social connections. Now the project is being expanded to offer opportunities to adults aged 40-64 who would benefit, thanks to extra funding from Greater Anglia’s Customer and Community Improvement Fund.
Spaces on trips are limited, and some are better suited for specific needs. Anyone interested is encouraged to contact the project team so they can be matched with the best option.
To book your place or learn more, email: transportandaccess@fenland.gov.uk or call (01354) 622318.
By Lorraine Milton, Debt Centre Manager at Fenland CAP Debt Centre
With just a few paydays left before December 25th, many of us are already thinking about Christmas. For some, this can be a really fun time, but for others, the financial pressure at this time of year can be really overwhelming. On the positive side, Christmas doesn’t have to be a burden, and there are some really simple things you can do to reduce the cost of Christmas without losing any of the joy of it.
The first place to start is by listing everything you think you’ll need – this will help to plan your Christmas budget. The reality is you may not have enough money to buy everything you want, so start with what you really need, and then look at where you can cut costs so you stay within your budget. It can be a good idea to chat with family and friends about how much you're happy spending this year, so that you've set realistic expectations for everyone.
Why not get creative, use the skills you have and save money by making your gifts instead of buying them? You don’t have to spend a lot to show someone that you care, and giving a homemade gift, or even doing a task for someone, can truly demonstrate your love and thoughtfulness. You could also check if any local churches in your area are holding early
Christmas events where you can purchase great Christmas gifts at low prices.
Don’t forget to factor in the cost of gift wrap, cards and stamps in your Christmas budget, as all of these small expenditures add up. If you’ve any gift bags left over from previous years, perhaps reuse them this Christmas. Making your own cards may be cheaper than shop-bought ones, and hand delivering cards and gifts will save on the price of postage. How about sending e-cards this year instead? It could work out cheaper, especially if you have a go at making your own digital card and emailing it for free!
Over the years, Christmas decorations can become tired and outdated, so it's understandable if you want to purchase some sparkling new
ones. Just think about the cost and if they’re really needed. Check out charity shops or local Christmas fairs for some low-cost options, or you could even try making your own. There are plenty of creative ideas for decorating on a budget available on CAP’s website that you can try.
Do you ever find yourself buying Christmas food that never gets eaten? Rather than buying purely for tradition, you could save money buying what your family genuinely loves to eat. Often making things from scratch is cheaper and tastier than buying shop-bought, and if hosting Christmas dinner for adult guests, perhaps agree who buys what for the meal so that the cost doesn’t all fall on you.
Many people on low incomes are unable to afford the basics, never mind having any money set aside for Christmas. So, if you are overwhelmed by debt and financial pressure this season, please know that there is free, confidential help available. Visit capuk.org/help to find out more. Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a UK charity working with more than 1000 affiliated churches to deliver debt help, budgeting guidance, support to find work, life skills education and more. Visit capuk.org to find out more.
lots going on during the day including pub games, raffle, food and drinks specials. ending the day with entertainment from tom’s music roadshow all members, family, friends and guests are welcome... let’s make it a day to saturday 18th october
open midnight12noonto onthe18th only!
regular Quiz and Bingo Nights, open mic nights, Discos, Karaoke, chess club and live Music
Entertainment
function rooms available to hire for parties, weddings, anniversaries, christenings and wakes
PLENTY OF outside seating in a south facing garden TO ENJOY
Monday Closed • Tuesday 7-10.30pm
Wednesday Closed • Thursday 7-10.30pm
Friday 7-11pm
Saturday 12 noon-11pm Sunday 12 noon-8pm
Hours will be extended on Entertainment nights. As always, more information is available on posters in the club and on our facebook page.
members only club: For more information or a new membership form please call in and see us
By Peter Wright on behalf of March & District Museum
The history of the bank at March has been traced back to February 1794 when Richard Bevill was the local agent of K B and J Gurney, Birkbeck, Taylor and Peckover; Bankers of Wisbech.
In 1896 a number of banks, including the Gurney Group and several private banks, amalgamated to form Barclay and Company, when their March agent was Thomas Tusting. He had previously acted as agent for Peckover's Bank, conducting the business from a single room facing the river in an imposing three-storey private house on the corner of Broad Street and Gray's Lane. This building later became a grocery and drapery shop run by Dawbarn & Co.
When Tusting died, he was succeeded by his clerk, George Sharman, on March 4th, 1897. His salary was £150 per annum. Apparently, Sharman had purchased the building for £700 and leased the ground floor to Barclay's at a rental of £35 per annum. Subsequently, the bank agreed to buy the building for £4000 and then on July 24th, 1919 changed this to £3000 with £1000 compensation for changing the agreement.
Sharman remained the manager but this did not work well as he was also a Commissioner for Taxes. Understandably, many customers of the bank did not want to reveal their business affairs and he was asked to retire on full salary and subsequently committed suicide.
Cyril Francis was promoted from agent to manager on January 6th, 1921. The building underwent significant changes in the early 1920s with the northern end being leased to Alice Askew, later Cochran & Clarke, photographers.
Mr Francis remained as manager until 1946 when he was succeeded by S E Middleton, R W Garrett, P R Hill, D H Wright and T L Kern.
The bank suffered a break-in when robbers entered after 6pm on Friday, January 3rd, 1969. They broke in at the back of the bank and with
Top: Barclay’s Bank had an office in the back of Dawbarn & Co’s shop, around 1900
Bottom: Barclay’s redeveloped the site in the early 1920, leasing the right-hand part to Alice Askew (photographer
an oxy-acetylene torch cut a six-inch square hole in the back of the night safe. They stole thirteen brown leather wallets containing cash and cheques worth £3000 (the equivalent of £53,000 today) that had been deposited by local traders.
The raid was discovered by 53-year-old cleaner Mrs Alice Parrish, of Peyton Avenue, March when she arrived at 8am. She found the door to manager P R Hill's office wide open. She ran to Crowson's newsagents on the town bridge where Alan Crowson rang the police. Identikit pictures of two wanted men were published by the police in the Cambs Times later that month.
To be continued..
Fenland Music Centre: For musicians of all ages and abilities. Fridays (term-times) 6-9pm at St Peter's Church March. Orchestra, Concert Band, String, Wind, Brass and Recorder Ensembles. For more information see our website, find us on Facebook or email fenlandmusiccentreassociation@gmail.com
Solo Club: For people who have lost partners through bereavement. Come along and join us every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month; midday at Hot Pots Cafe – The Cricket Club, Burrowmoor Road, March PE15 9RS. Membership £5/year. For more details contact 01354 656181 or 01354 654169.
Friends of March Library: Coffee morning at March Library on the last Saturday of every month from 10 30am to 12 noon. Hot and cold drinks plus biscuits cost 50p and we also hold a raffle. All profits are spent on/by March Library. For more details contact Maureen Malvern on 01354 658247.
Wisbech and District Flower Club: See beautiful flower arrangements being made by local and national demonstrators. Meets every 3rd Monday of the month at St Peters Hall, Wisbech. For more information, call 07949 443251.
March Parkinson's Group: Meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 10.30am-12.30pm at the Braza Club, Elm Road, March. This is a friendly group and everyone is welcome. £1 per session so pop along for a free taster and check us out. Please contact Wendy Summerlin on 01354 661997 for more details.
March Lions Club: Meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7.30pm in the FACT Community Room at Martin Avenue. New members always welcome. For more information visit marchlions.org.uk or call 0345 833 5101.
March Raceway: One of the oldest 1/12 radio control car oval clubs in the UK. Our members range from 8 to 75 years old so all are welcome! Race every Friday at Longhill Road Social Club, Longhill Road, March PE15 0PR (at the prison). Doors open 6.30pm. For fixtures and further information visit marchraceway.weebly.com or find us on Facebook.
March Jive Club: At the Braza Club, Elm Road, March PE15 8NZ. Meets every Wednesday night 7.30-10.30pm with 1:1 personal tuition available. Every 3rd Friday of the month dance with top line groups and DJs. For more info call Hannah 07990 072974 or Terry 07979 442920.
March Probus Club: Meets every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at March Conservative Club as a group of semi or fully retired gentlemen; 10am for a cuppa and a chat and then at 10.30am we have a guest speaker for approx 45 mins covering a wide range of topics. To find out more please contact Dr Allan J Whyte (Club Secretary) on 07979 887110 or pop in.
March U3A: For people in their third age; retired or not in full time employment. Meets on the second Wednesday of each month at the Braza Club, Elm Road, March at 2pm. There is a range of activities available in groups run by U3A members. New members are very welcome. If you would like any more information please email march.u3a.enquires@gmail.com
March Marlins Swimming Club: We swim every week night and can offer membership to swimmers of all ages and abilities from stage eight to masters. We are a friendly, competitive swimming club. Contact us for a free trial session at swimatmarlins@gmail.com
The Other Art Group: Meets every Thursday afternoon 2-4pm at March Library. Membership fee is £30 for 12 weeks paid quarterly. If you are interested, please contact the Chairman; Derek on 07799 485477.
March Rifle Club: meets at the indoor range, Upwell Road, March, every Tuesday evening from 7pm-9pm to shoot 0.22LR target rifles. Also potential for air rifle shooting. Please contact us prior to first attendance. Email info@marchrifle.club
March Dog Training Club: Meets at Tower Hall, Maltmas Drove Fridaybridge PE14 OHW every Wednesday evening. Membership is £5 per year and classes are £3 per session. Puppy class commences at 6pm. For more information of other classes please contact Maggie on 01354 657185 or 07514 882509.
March Bears Rugby Club: Be part of a thriving, supportive, and fun-loving community that celebrates rugby in all its forms. Reach out on social media: @marchbearsrugby on Facebook and Instagram or email info@marchbearsrufcorg.uk to learn more.
March Wildlife Group & March and District Woodland Group: Meets regularly at 10am on the 1st Saturday of each month at Gault Wood for work parties. For details contact marybarrington123@gmail.com
March Friendship Club: Meets on the second Thursday of every month at St Peter's Church Hall, High Street, March PE15 9JR from 2pm to 4pm. All people over 50 welcome, refreshments available. The Club is associated with the Cambridgeshire Older People's Enterprise (COPE), looking after the interests and well-being of Older People in Cambridgeshire. For more details contact Rosie on 07887 514591 or Susan on 07547 191315.
March Bridge Club: At the Braza Club, Elm Road, March. Every Thursday 1.15 -4.30pm. Cost £3 per session. Please contact George Jupp on 01354 652586 or 07963 771179.
Rotary Club of March: Meets at the Conservative Club, Creek Road, on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month at 7pm for a meal at 7.30pm. Open to all adults, supporting local and international good causes. For more information, search March Rotary Club on Facebook or online or call 07920 556501.
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