North Kilworth News
March 2012
Another Lengthy Slumber!
In this issue:
Sustainability Special Marina proposal PC Minutes Broadband Update The Kilworth Challenge Speed Indicator Device Say Hello to St Andrew’s Primary Memory Corner CIC News Press releases Neighbourhood watch Church ‘matters’ Things to do in March Harborough development Silver surfing
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When the Disney animated film, The Lion King, was released in 1994 it included the song “The Lion Sleeps Tonight.” Some of us may remember it as a hit back in the 1960s though, but not many! Well our own particular lion of the colour white has yet again embarked on an unwelcome snooze and we must all hope that permanent hibernation is not the end result. It was less than a year ago, in April 2011, when I was writing about the sudden closure of our only hostelry and the need for it to be re-established at the earliest possible opportunity. April Fools’ Day seemed sadly appropriate at the time. Well, just two months later it was reopened in all its glory to an apparent roaring future. Some hope! The roar became at best a whimper! Sadly, now, I have to repeat the same depressing theme. Yet again we are without a pub and regulars amongst us have had to resort to becoming bar refugees with the hope of a welcome at The White Hart, The Bell or The Golf Club. The Sports Club is an attractive option and one wonders if it will increase its hours still further to accommodate this gap in the drinks market locally. It could be seen as an ideal opportunity to showcase what it has to offer and encourage new and old members alike to make an increased use of the facilities. On a positive note, when The News contacted Marston’s Brewery spokesman Chris Read, he told us that there were no plans to close the pub on a permanent basis. “There are issues to be addressed” he said, “But in fact we are planning to invest money in the Lion not only on the interior, but on the exterior also. In addition, we are negotiating with two lots of potential tenants for the pub.” He couldn’t, however, give any timescales as to a re-opening, but clearly for all parties involved sooner rather than later would be most welcome. Do I hear the beginnings of a roar in the far distance? We all hope so. A village without a pub is not what we wish to see and as I wrote last year property prices are not enhanced by this situation. The Kilworth Challenge is not far away (see article on page 4) and once again our local teams are planning their own ‘assaults’ on the event. The object of the exercise, apart from becoming mentally and physically exhausted, is to raise as much money as possible for charity. To that end, ‘ Running on Carling’ comprising of Simon Jones, Jay Wright, Ben Hurst and Stuart Conopo raised over £ 6000 last year which ensured that by a distance they were the winning fund raising team. They’re busy once again organising events such as a quiz night and car boot sale (see advertised inside) and no doubt hope to better last year’s amazing total. Also, Sally Ellis and Andie Bird are entering a team for the first time and have already organised a curry night event which raised an impressive £ 426. They have planned other events which you can find on the diary page. Please try to support where you can and good luck to all the teams in what will be a very special Challenge this year. Finally, I hope you enjoy this year’s Safari Supper on March 3rd whether new or established participants. It’s always a great way to meet fresh faces or old friends and sample the culinary delights on offer at the various locations. You might even stay sober until after the dessert course, but it’s unlikely and would you want to anyway? I thought not! Have fun. Ed.
NEW PLANS FOR PROPOSED MARINA - NORTH KILWORTH WHARF following
North Kilworth Parish Council has been asked to draw your attention to the
Proposed Marina in North Kilworth – Planning Application No 11/01793/FUL
You may or may not be aware that there has been a resubmission of a planning application for a 220-berth marina in North Kilworth. Should you have any comments to make on this application please ensure they are made to Harborough District Council by the 6th March 2012 at the very latest. The main differences between this and the previous application are: An attempt at traffic calming measures with an island split in the centre of the road (Similar to that on the A 4304 outside Kilworth House Hotel) A reduction (20 only) in the number of moorings: From 240 to 220. Is this significant, as one of the reasons for refusal of the original proposal, was the mass effect of the development A slight reduction in the height of the administrative buildings A protective fence around the site If you wish to view the application it is available at www.harborough.gov.uk using the reference above. ALL comments must be with HDC by the 6th March. If you need more information please contact HDC or a member of the Parish Council.
ATTENTION ALL FRUSTRATED CRICKETERS!! How would you like to get involved in a cricket team in North Kilworth? We are hoping to start this Summer and have a few friendly games on a Sunday. If you would like to be involved: from player to umpire or even fixtures secretary then please let me know. With enough interest I hope to get a team together for the coming season. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Contact: Simon Jones on 07841687859 or email: blunty24@gmail.com