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Embracing Autumn’s Abundance in Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing In this edition, we’re delighted to remind you all of the upcoming Artisan Ingatestone Winter Market 2023, a celebration of local craftsmanship and community spirit.

Join the community at Ingatestone Elim Church Quiz Night, and understand the importance of school attendance for a promising future. Get informed about local initiatives, such as the extension of residual waste disposal contracts and the welcoming of new firefighters by the Fire Service.

Celebrate the heroes of our health and care system with stories of recognition and learn how specialist nurses are aiding heart surgery patients’ swift recovery. Additionally, discover how animals are making a positive impact in Essex and explore what makes our area a better place to live.

This autumn, let the pages of your parish magazine inspire, inform, and connect you with the vibrant spirit of Ingaterstone, Fryerning & Mountnessing. Enjoy the stories that bring our community together.

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Discover a rich blend of content, from a delightful reader submission about Ingatestone Bowls Club to a wonderful performance at Ingatestone and Fryerning Community Centre of the tale of Red Riding Hood and The Three Pigs. Dive into the world of education as we introduce you to the remarkable Circles Alternative Education program that cultivates bright futures.

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Circles Alternative Education: Cultivating Bright Futures and Spreading Happiness We are thrilled to share some heartwarming news with our community.

Circles Alternative Education, the new contractor for IFPC, has embarked on a mission to transform our surroundings into vibrant spaces of joy and growth. From the High St planters to the charming village signs, and even the lush garden beds gracing the front of our beloved church, Circles Alternative Education is weaving a tapestry of positivity throughout our community. And that’s not all; they have an exciting new project underway at the enchanting Bell Mead community garden area.

Founded in 2009 as a not-for-profit community interest company, Circles Alternative Education was born with a beautiful purpose: to provide a safe haven for young individuals, aged 11-16, who were at risk of exclusion from traditional schools. Fast forward 13 years, and Circles has blossomed into a beacon of hope, extending its loving embrace to children and adolescents aged 4-17 across three locations in Basildon & Stock, Essex, and East Bergholt, Suffolk.

Circles Alternative Education’s core mission is to ignite a passion for learning through the power of teamwork and social development. Within their nurturing and secure learning environment,

every young soul is treasured and given the opportunity to flourish in confidence and independence. Their curriculum is a testament to their commitment to joy-infused education, inspiring a deep love and curiosity for learning.

But Circles doesn’t stop there. Their unwavering dedication to the well-being of their pupils shines through in every aspect of their work. They prioritise the cultivation of self-esteem, nurturing it through a positive attitude toward learning, a healthy lifestyle, strong social skills, self-discipline, and a resilient self-image.

At Circles Alternative Education, happiness is more than just a word; it’s a way of life.

Their creative and exciting curriculum sets the stage for lifelong learning, instilling a sense of wonder and discovery in every child they reach.

If you’re eager to learn more about the incredible work that Circles Alternative Education is doing, pay a visit to their website at www.circlesalted.co.uk It’s a journey worth taking as we celebrate the warmth and positivity they bring to our community. Together, we’re nurturing a brighter future filled with joy, knowledge, and boundless possibilities.

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Meet the Governors On Saturday 23rd September, at Ingatestone Library Brentwood’s elected governors for our local hospitals, Dr Eric Watts and Martyn Hart held a public surgery.

Hospital governors represent the interests of the public in how our hospitals are run.

They met 12 people and the main concerns were: Buses to the acute hospitals (Basildon, Chelmsford and Southend) one person pointing out that it takes 2.5 hours each way if you need to go from Ingatestone, Mountnessing or Margaretting to Basildon Hospital!

A number mentioned the confusion over where blood tests should take place and missing appointment letters. Also 3 people asked what was happening about Brentwood Community Hospital as it seems to be getting emptier.

A suggestion was made that the Chelmer Park & Ride should be extended to Broomfield.

A&E was remarked on as excellent twice (one even suggested outstanding!).

All said their experiences of clinical procedures was very good once they got to have them.

There were numerous comments about Stoma bag training, where a patient has had to stay longer in hospital because the specialist training nurse was not available.

5 people mentioned this, others talked about similar experiences for Pelvic Floor muscle training (piles). Some suggested that perhaps such training could be carried out before the operations?

We took all the points away and we will bring them up at the appropriate Governors meetings.

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Good school attendance can support your future You may be experiencing emotions that make you feel nervous about attending school.

Worries about friendships, learning difficulties, bullying, schoolwork and exams are common. It’s important to know you’re not alone.

It’s not too late to turn things around!

Once you’ve recognised the importance of good attendance and the link between achieving your best grades, you can make changes to improve your attendance and achieve your goals.

Benefits of attending school

By maximising your attendance at school, you are more likely to benefit from: • better social skills • higher grades • stronger friendships • enhanced life skills There are many reasons your attendance may be dropping, whether you’re starting to miss a couple of hours a term or arriving late to lessons, it all adds up. Even being five minutes late every day can equate to a chunk of time that is being missed in the classroom and in the long term this can impact on your grades.

Did you know missing 17 school days in a year is 85 hours of lost learning. This could reduce your GCSE results by an entire grade. Don’t let a slipping attendance determine your future.

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There is a range of support available depending on your needs. By addressing your worries, you will feel more resilient and better able to cope with the demands of being in school.

If you or someone you know is being bullied you can get support from ChildLine via www.childline.org.uk Being bullied is never your fault, you can find support on various types of bullying, whether it is something you’re experiencing in school or cyber bullying online. ChildLine have a series of threads where students share their fears and feelings and offer each other advice.

Struggling with school and how you feel For support with your mental health, you can access an online mental wellbeing community through Kooth. The website offers free, safe and anonymous support for young people.

It’s important to recognise you’re not alone if you’re struggling with your mental health. Young Minds provide practical tips and advice from young people like you, as well as information on getting the support you need.

If you’re feeling stressed, Mind provide information and tips for managing stress and looking after your wellbeing at www.mind.org.uk/ information-support/ types-of-mentalhealth-problems/ stress/managingstress-and-buildingresilience

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Host of initiatives recognised in 2023 health and care awards for mid and south Essex teams Innovative ways of working are making a real difference for patients in mid and south Essex and are catching the eye of judges as this years’ awards season gets under way.

Partners in Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System have won and been recognised in multiple awards in recent weeks for work that is making a real difference to our communities.

The Innovate Awards which are run by the Academic Health Science Network (AHSN) and the NHS Confederation, held Thursday 21st September saw Mid and South Essex Integrated Care System win Innovative Health System of the Year. Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust also won the ‘Diversity in Innovation Award.

“The growing number of people living longer and with long-term conditions is leading to ever-increasing demands on health and care services. Continued innovation is vital to enable us to meet these demands and continue to offer patients the support they need to live well.

“I’m very proud that within mid and south Essex we are at the forefront of some of these developments and that the hard work of teams within our health and care services is being recognised.”

Dr Matthew Sweeting, Interim Medical Director, Mid and South Essex Integrated Care Board “We are absolutely delighted to have won the Diversity in Innovation award.

Working on the oVRcome project was an incredible experience, which gave us the opportunity to utilise VR technology to positively engage our patient population, supporting reduction of the fears and anxieties they have when using our services, resulting in better experiences and better health outcomes.”

Claire Turner, Learning Disability, Dementia, and Autism Service Lead at Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Local teams are also up for a number of awards in the HSJ Awards and the HSJ Patient Safety Awards, all feature shortlisted projects from this area.

The clinically led teams behind the projects will find out if they have gone on to win any of the awards at the awards ceremonies over the coming weeks.

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Essex set to extend residual waste disposal contracts Essex County Council is seeking cabinet approval to extend its current residual (black bag) waste disposal contracts by a year, to the end of March 2025.

The extension comes in the wake of a tender earlier this year for a Medium-Term Residual Waste Treatment contract for which there were no compliant bids.

The tender for Essex County Council’s contract for Medium-Term Residual Waste Treatment will continue to be progressed and will be relaunched in January 2024, the Council has announced.

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Volunteer for Essex County Fire and Rescue Service Could you spare a few hours a week to make your community safer?

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more than we have ever done before to keep Essex safe.”

The Service has a number of opportunities people can get involved with, from talking to Essex residents about home fire safety to volunteering at the museum.

If you are legally entitled to work in the UK and over the age of 18 years old you can apply to be an Essex Fire Volunteer. The Service provides first class training and support for all volunteers before they start their roles.

Volunteering can give you the opportunity to try something new, gain experience, develop skills, improve your career prospects, build confidence and meet new people.

Todd Parrott, who started as a Home Fire Safety Volunteer for the Service and now manages volunteers said: “Volunteering with us gives people the opportunity to make a real difference in their local community, talking to residents and spreading fire safety messaging that could save people’s lives. We can’t keep people safe without the support of our wonderful volunteers, who truly make a difference every day no matter which role they are fulfilling.

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Ingatestone, Fryerning New Staff at The New Folly Surgery

The surgery recently said a fond farewell to Pauline Ensor, our very long serving Practice Nurse who retires after a combined 53 years working in Essex Hospital settings and latterly 35 years at our Surgery. Ever diligent and hardworking, she has provided excellent service to thousands of local community patients and their babies and has even volunteered to work both of the Saturday Flu Clinics we are holding.

At the same time, we welcome Sue Rogers to the Surgery as our new Practice Nurse working as part of the team of three part time Nurses. Sue comes from a local District Nursing background and will be upskilling herself to provide the full range of services that our nursing team offer.

Sue looks forward to widening her career with us in Primary Care.

Finally, we welcome Priya Sharma as our new Physicians Associate. Priya has a good level of experience in her clinical field from previous work in the outer London area and will be able to support the full clinical team with a wide range of services. She replaces Dexter who left us in July.

Mountnessing Senior Citizens Club

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Discover the Magic of Reading and Friendship at Ingatestone Library Book Groups The Ingatestone Library is the place to be on Mondays between 2:30pm and 3:30pm,

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And for those who prefer the enchantment of Wednesday mornings, a new book group is on the horizon, waiting to welcome you between 10:30am and 11:30am.

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Ingatestone Artisan Market: A Date to Remember - 11th November

For those who’ve had the pleasure of attending previous markets, you’ll know that they’ve been nothing short of spectacular. They’ve been moments of pure joy, not just for our cherished locals but also for our beloved High Street

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We’re thrilled at the return of the Ingatestone Artisan Market, set to dazzle us all on Saturday, 11th November.

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So, mark the date, invite your friends and family, and prepare for an even bigger dose of artisanal magic this year.

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Ingatestone Litter Pick – 14th October 2023 Around 20 people, Parish and Borough Councillors, members of the public, boys and girls volunteered for the Litter Pick.

The Parish Council provided black rubbish bags, pickers, high visibility jackets and gloves. Paul Jeater the Chairman of the Parish Council, allocated areas for each picker or teams of pickers to go to.

However, Borough Councillor Hugh Gorton had the fullest bag, almost too heavy to lift, most of which he picked up at the other side of the A12 at the bottom of Little Hythe Lane.

Some 25 bags of rubbish were collected, but many pickers commented on how the streets and alleys were clean, compared to last time, with cigarette ends the most common form of rubbish.

The Parish Council thanked all the volunteers for doing a great job and Ingatestone’s Community Centre for arranging the collection of the rubbish bags.

Litter pickers get ready

Litter pickers return

Photo credit: Freddie Norton

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Savouring November’s Bounty with Seasonal Recipes As autumn paints our surroundings in warm hues, we invite you to embark on a culinary journey that embraces the flavours of November.

In this edition, we’ve crafted a delectable collection of recipes, each thoughtfully designed to highlight seasonal produce and support local businesses. From a heartwarming Autumn Harvest Chicken Casserole to a vibrant Roasted Beetroot and Goats Cheese Salad, and a comforting Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry, we’re bringing you the essence of fall. And, in honour of National Sardines Day, don’t miss our delightful Sardine and Tomato Bruschetta. Get ready to indulge in November’s culinary delights!

Autumn Harvest Chicken Casserole Ingredients 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 parsnips, sliced 2 cups butternut squash, cubed 1 cup Brussels sprouts, halved 2 cups chicken broth 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh parsley, for garnish

Butternut Squash and Chickpea Curry Ingredients 1 butternut squash, peeled and cubed 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1 onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (400ml) coconut milk 2 tablespoons curry paste (adjust to your spice preference) 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish Cooked rice, for serving

Method 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C 2. In an ovenproof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper and sear until golden brown on both sides.

Remove from the pan and set aside.

3. In the same pan, add chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until softened.

4. Add carrots, parsnips, butternut squash, and Brussels sprouts. Cook for a few minutes until they start to brown.

5. Return the chicken to the pan and add chicken broth and dried thyme.

6. Cover the skillet and transfer it to the preheated oven. Bake for about 30-35 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Method 1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic, sauté until softened.

2. Stir in curry paste and cook for a minute.

3. Add butternut squash and chickpeas, stir to coat with the curry paste.

4. Pour in coconut milk and simmer until the squash is tender, about 20-25 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with fresh coriander.

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Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing Parish News Sardine and Tomato Bruschetta Ingredients 4 slices of crusty bread 1 can (125g) sardines in tomato sauce 2 ripe tomatoes, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Olive oil, for drizzling Salt and pepper, to taste

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Method 1. Toast the slices of crusty bread until golden brown.

2. While the bread is still warm, rub the minced garlic cloves over the surface.

3. Top each slice with diced tomatoes and sardines in tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Drizzle with olive oil and garnish with fresh basil leaves.

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How animals are changing lives in Essex Horses, dogs, goats and many other animals are all playing their part in projects to improve and enhance the health and well-being of people in Essex.

Whether it is a wheelchair user feeling freedom through horse riding, a donkey visiting people in hospice care, someone in a care home cuddling a greyhound or a teenager with anxiety building confidence by working with creatures great and small, there is no doubt about the therapeutic power of being with animals.

Spending time with any animal can help reduce feelings of loneliness and stress, overcome trauma and make a positive difference to mental health. Animals provides comfort and distraction to those who may be feeling low and can also be a benefit to anyone with social barriers, including people with learning disabilities or autism.

Essex Community Foundation (ECF), the independent charitable trust which distributes around £4.5 million in grants to local charities each year, has supported a wide range of voluntary organisations with projects that utilise animals to improve the lives of local people.

An example of this…

Barrow Farm Riding for the Disabled provides riding and carriage driving to 120 disabled children and adults every week.

The charity is a purpose-built riding centre in rural Essex, between Chelmsford and Brentwood, making riding accessible for people who may otherwise be unable to learn.

Anne Mitchell, Trustee, whose family founded the charity, said:” Spending time with horses and ponies is proven to help improve both mental and physical health and well-being. For many of our participants the time spent at Barrow Farm may be the only exercise, and time spent in a countryside environment that they get. For them, learning a new skill builds confidence and self-esteem and the chance to make new friends. I see the benefits every day from the smiles on their faces and from the pride of their parents watching their riders achieve.”

One parent said: “Riding at Barrow Farm has increased my son’s core strength, his balance and his coordination. It has also helped hugely his social and emotional well-being. It has been a real game changer, not only for him but for our whole family.”

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The charity has been able to employ a part-time riding coach, thanks to a grant of £6,000 from ECF. Research shows that: • Spending time with animals increases levels of serotonin and dopamine, promoting calm and relaxation • Owners of pets are less likely to have depression • Pets improve the quantity and quality of socialisation, providing conversation points • Hugging and stroking an animal provides almost immediate relief from stress and anxiety

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You can give a one-off donation to help local charities or choose to set up your own charitable fund to give support over the longer-term. To find out more, call us on 01245 355947 or donate online via essexcommunityfoundation.enthuse.com/ cp/505fd/ECFWEB

The Arts Society Brentwood District 2023-2024

‘Membership of the Arts Society Brentwood District has been a lifeline’, is a sentiment frequently expressed by members attending meetings.

The warm welcome, plentiful supply of tea/coffee, biscuits and attractive raffles together with stimulating and entertaining illustrated talks all cater to our growing membership. Forthcoming sessions include ‘Frost Fairs on the Frozen Thames’ (15th November), ‘Turner versus Constable: the great British paint-off’ (17th January), ‘The Glories of Anglo-Saxon England’ (21st February) and ‘Treasures of Prague’ (20th March).

Society meetings are usually held at Ingatestone Community Hall, 7 High Street, Ingatestone CM4 9ED on the third

Wednesday of the month, apart from August and December. Free parking is plentiful. Coffee/tea are served from 7:30pm and lectures start at 8pm ending about 9:15pm. A visitor’s fee of £8 per meeting is redeemable against annual subscriptions which include three copies of the Arts Society’s richly informative national magazine. More information is available on 01277 356634, online at www.tasbd.org.uk, or just by turning up on the night. Visitors and new members are always welcome.

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Ingatestone, Fryerning Ingatestone Infant School Fireworks

Sunday 5th November, 4:30pm – 7:00pm at Ingatestone Infant School Ingatestone Infant School presents ‘A Night to Remember’ Fireworks display!

Join in for food, fun, games and of course fireworks!

Gates open at 4:30pm, firing at 6:00pm with home time of 7:00pm.

Kids’ Inspire Christmas Wrapped Up Shopping Event

Wednesday 8th November, 10:00am – 12:00pm at Ingatestone Hall Kids’ Inspire Christmas shopping Morning session.

Join in with festive Christmas shopping, supporting small businesses at historic Ingatestone Hall.

What: • Gifts • Clothes • Jewellery • Homeware • Vintage/preloved clothing • Christmas decorations • Produce Tickets £10 each (valid for one shopping slot time 11am-2pm/4pm-6pm/7pm9pm). *Goody bags for every booking made online at each session. For further information or if you have any questions or queries please email fundraising@kidsinspire.org.uk

Frost Fairs on the Frozen Thames with The Arts Society Brentwood

Wednesday 15th November, 7:30pm for 8:00pm start at Ingatestone Community Hall Coffee is served from 7:30pm and there’s an opportunity before the lecture begins to meet fellow members, talk about our shared interests, find about more about forthcoming visits and trips and make new friends. Lecture to be presented by Nicholas Reed. Nicholas is an art historian and archaeologist. In the 1980s he became Founder- Chairman of the Friends of Shakespeare’s Globe. In 2005 he was one of two Lecturer Representatives on The

Arts Society Advisory Council and also Vice-Chairman of Folkestone. He is the author of four books on the Impressionists in England, and one on the Frost Fairs on the Frozen Thames. His latest book My Father, the Man who Never Was features in his latest lecture.

Ingatestone Pedallers Social Cycling Group Upcoming Rides, Walks & Events

IP11 Sunday 19th November 2023/ Comrades, Nudists & The Bomb All Sunday rides start at Market Place, Ingatestone, 10:00am. Walks also start at Market Place, Ingatestone. the Longest Day evening walk coming back in the dark, returning at approx.

23:30pm. Distances vary up to the 30-mile ride. Cycling UK affiliated Group Rides and should normally be for not more than 15 participants. No limit on walk numbers Contact: Robert Fletcher/Organiser Ingatestone Pedallers Social Cycling Group 10 Cherry Trees, The Meads, Ingatestone, Essex, CM4 0AP Tel/Fax: 01277 354431 Mobile: 07910 679379 Email: rfletcher189@gmail.com

A Christmas Carol

Saturday 25th November, 7:00pm – 8:30pm at Ingatestone Hall On Christmas Eve, Ebenezer Scrooge, a mean-spirited and miserly old man, is visited by the ghost of his business partner, Jacob Marley.

Shown visions of Christmases Past, Present and Future he is offered one final chance of redemption… But will he take it?

This Christmas, audiences are invited to celebrate the festive season as critically acclaimed theatre company This Is My Theatre brings Charles Dickens’ classic tale A Christmas Carol to life in a stunning oneact adaptation.

Packed with charm, cheer and, of course,

& Mountnessing plenty of carols, our production is sure to spread joy and warm hearts this Christmas!

Written by Charles Dickens, Directed & Adapted by Sarah Slator, Music by Simon Stallard.

For tickets head to www.thisismytheatre.com/ingatestone

A new season with Ingatestone & District Camera Club

Fridays, 7:35pm for 8pm prompt start at the Seymour Pavilion Visitors are welcome at all meetings. Talks by external speakers – £3 for members/ £4 for non-members, collectable on the night.

Set Competition Subjects are: “Leading lines”, “By the Seaside” and “Abstract nature”.

Upcoming Talks: 3rd November – Talk: “Ten Top Tips” with Daniel Bridge.

10th November – Practical Laptop Evening: Bring Laptops and Images 17th November – Talk: India with Jacqueline Simmonds 24th November – An evening for members, may include tuition, presentations

Upcoming Shows With Ingatestone Community Cinema

Tickets are £4.00 for IFCA members and £6.00 for non-members and can be purchased from the IFCA office or call 01277 352064. Office opening hours are 10am to 1pm, Monday to Thursday.

Rabbit Proof Fence – 16th November

The true story of three aboriginal girls who embark on an escape from a remote

27 settlement and a 1500-mile journey to find their way back home.

The doors open at 2pm with the film starting at 2:30pm.

Phantom of The Open – 14th December The remarkable true story of Maurice Flitcroft, who managed to gain entry to the 1976 British Open qualifying, despite never playing a round of golf before. ‘The Phantom Of The Open’ is an uplifting and

moving comedy drama about pursuing your dreams and shooting for the stars, no matter what hand you’re dealt.

The doors open at 2pm with the film starting at 2.30pm.

Coffee Morning

Every Tuesday from 10:00am to 12:00 noon at Ingatestone Community Centre, 7 High Street This is a very popular weekly event. All are welcome, both members and non-members, so either come with friends or come alone and make new friends.

Drop by and enjoy a chat in this friendly environment, have a cup of tea or coffee with a piece of cake. There are also regular craft stalls which attend.

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Reader Submission

Having recently moved into the village a couple of years ago I stumbled across the Ingatestone Bowls Club and found not only a new great game to play in the fresh air and something I really enjoyed doing, but I also met a great bunch of guys and ladies who were so welcoming.

This must be the best kept secret in and around Ingatestone. Even as a beginner there was great fun to be had plus plenty of coaching. I would whole heartedly recommend anybody who wants to get out of the house and meet new friendly locals (who don’t bite) to pop up to the club behind the Tennis club at the Community Centre in the High Street OR have a look at the website. www.ingatestonebowlingclub.co.uk

Non-bowlers are especially welcome, however age limits do apply, from 20 to 120 years old.

See you up there on the green and ask for me, the worst player in the club, but I love it!

John Woodhouse.

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