Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing Parish News Magazine Issue 16 June 2024

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Igniting the Spirit of Summer with Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing Parish News!

As summer unfolds, our June issue is filled with sizzling content to ignite your senses and enrich your community experience. Enjoy some fired-up flavours with our BBQ recipes and immerse yourself in a vibrant arts scene with the return of the Brentwood Art Trail.

Celebrate the season with exciting events like Summer Evening Jazz at Ingatestone Hall and Ingatestone’s Summer Show and support local causes by heading along to the Harmony Brass 40th Anniversary concert in aid of Remus Memorial Horse Sanctuary. Stay informed about community initiatives, from updates on local clubs like the Ingatestone Pedallers Social Cycling Group and Mountnessing Garden Club and check out the latest opportunities for energy efficiency improvements.

Don’t miss your chance to make your voice heard on important issues like the pylons consultation and find out if you’re ready for digital home phones. Let’s embrace the spirit of summer and come together as a community!

Editor of Ingatestone, Fryerning & Mountnessing Parish News enquiries@community-publishing.org

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Our thanks go out to all of the fantastic local businesses for supporting the magazine by advertising.

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Initiatives offering energy efficiency improvements

Eligible residents encouraged to apply for initiatives offering energy efficiency improvements to homes.

Brentwood Borough Council is working in partnership with Essex County Council, Better Housing Better Health (BHBH) and the National Energy Foundation (NEF), to bring residents energy efficiency grants ECO4 and GBIS.

Applications are now open, providing residents with opportunities to enhance energy efficiency in their homes.

The Energy Company Obligation (ECO4) and The Great British Insulation Scheme (GBIS) aim to assist low-income families by enhancing the energy efficiency of their homes while reducing carbon footprint. Through these programs, residents can apply to have solar panels, heat pumps, and other energy-efficient measures installed at little to no cost.

ECO4 and GBIS are available to homeowners and tenants, with landlord permission, with a household income below £31,000 and Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) between D and G. Residents with a property tax band between A and D can also apply for the GBIS. Both schemes are also available to residents with a qualifying benefit or health condition.

No income limit is applied to those with a qualifying health condition.

Eligible residents could save energy costs and improve their EPC rating with insulation, boiler replacements, low-energy lighting, air source heat pumps and solar panels. This will help families phase out high carbon, fossil fuel heating and reduce fuel poverty.

Councillor Barry Aspinell, Chair of the Clean and Green Committee said, “We are pleased to offer these schemes to assist our residents with improving their energy efficiency, reducing their bills and keeping their homes warm for less. Alongside other support such as the Home Upgrade Grant (HUG2), this demonstrates our commitment to helping the vulnerable in our community. If you or anyone you know would benefit from the ECO4 or GBIS schemes, I would urge you to enquire with our partners immediately.”

For more details and to find out if you are eligible for either ECO4 or GBIS visit www.brentwood.gov.uk/energyefficiency-for-your-home-grants-andschemes

Both schemes will run until 31st March 2026.

Mountnessing Garden Club

Everyone is cordially invited to attend a light-hearted, fun MINI SHOW AND SOCIAL EVENT.

The event will be on Thursday 6th June, entry from 2pm at St John’s Church Hall, Mountnessing. Everyone is welcome, whether or not they intend to exhibit and everyone will be able to vote.

Those exhibiting will register upon arrival and will be allocated a number, allowing entry to as many classes as they wish.

Entries for all classes should be arranged in your own vase, jam jar, milk bottle etc. and placed on the appropriate, clearly marked table/class by 2:15pm.

Ballot boxes will placed on tables for each class and everyone may vote for one exhibit in each class. Voting slips will be provided.

Votes will be counted by the committee towards the end of the afternoon who will also have the final say in any tie situation. Prize cards will be awarded to the winner and runner-up of each class.

Entry fee: Members £1.00, Non-members £2.00.

To cover entry into any or all of the classes as listed below:

1. Rose - one single headed stem, any colour

2. Rose - one multi headed stem any colour

3. General flowers in a container (not roses)

4. Flowering Shrub - one stem any colour

5. Indoor plant - flowering

6. Indoor plant foliage only

Also expect: plant sale table, tea and coffee, raffle, homemade cakes.

Last chance to speak up about pylons!

Consultation ends June 18th.

National Grid ET’s final consultation is underway and runs until June 18th. Don’t miss your opportunity to share your viewsthis is its Statutory Consultation and it’s the last chance!

Ingatestone and Fryerning Parish Council are encouraging residents to participate in the consultation. To make your voice heard, simply email contact@n-t.nationalgrid.com.

To see IFPC’s latest response check out www.ingatestone-fryerningpc.gov.uk/wpcontent/uploads/2023/08/Pylons-100823. pdf

For additional ways to take action head to www.pylonseastanglia.co.uk/actions

Attend Online Webinars

National Grid have been hosting online webinar sessions to discuss their proposals in detail and answer your questions. Choose your preferred webinar from the schedule below and register via the provided link. For assistance with webinar sign-up, contact the Community Relations team at 0800 915 2497 or email contact@n-t.nationalgrid.com

Wednesday June 5th, 6pm-7pm: Section E and F – Braintree and Chelmsford events. teams.microsoft.com/event/c1231c70-33834bbf-a9d3-92a34139f7a6@46d4e256-b3be4371-9b3c-480cbc8d7489

Thursday June 6th, 6pm-7pm: Section G and H – Basildon, Brentwood, and Thurrock Register events.teams.microsoft. com/event/c4c56a0a-56fb-481c-b90da82bcf057f16@46d4e256-b3be-4371-9b3c480cbc8d7489

Wednesday June 12th, 6pm-7pm: Project Overview Two Register events.teams.microsoft.com/ event/4b67d2f5-820e-493e-8bf029c1136fcf15@46d4e256-b3be-4371-9b3c480cbc8d7489

For more information on the consultation, proposals, and inspection points, visit National Grid’s website www.nationalgrid. com/electricity-transmission/network-andinfrastructure/infrastructure-projects/ norwich-to-tilbury/public-consultation-andprogramme

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Charity Outdoor Jazz Concert in Ingatestone Hall Gardens

Saturday 13th July 6:15pm – 9:45pm Ingatestone Hall, Hall Lane.

The Rotary Club of Ingatestone is holding this popular Open Air Jazz Concert in the gardens of Ingatestone Hall, Hall Lane, Ingatestone. Sat.Nav: CM4 9NS

Gates open at 5:45pm and the concert begins at 6:15pm.

In aid of Dementia UK, Farleigh Hospice, The Not Forgotten, Macmillan Cancer Support and other worthy Rotary causes.

Featuring The Jive Aces, the UK’s No. 1 Jive and Swing Band and Classic New Orleans Jazz from The Salty Town Six Band.

Tickets £20.00 in advance from ticket outlets or £25.00 at gate (if available). Accompanied children under 14 admitted free.

Make up a party – bring your own table and chairs. Enjoy a picnic, choosing from the food and drinks on site.

A variety of hot foods including burgers and hot dogs will be available.

Brentwood Brewing Company will run a licensed bar, providing Draught Beers, Wines, Prosecco, Pimms, Spirits and Soft Drinks.

Refreshments available: Fresh Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate, Lollies and Ice Cream.

A Raffle is held during the evening with excellent prizes to be won.

To book your tickets online or for full details of event and ticket outlets, visit website: www.summereveningjazz.co.uk

Ingatestone’s Summer Show

Believe it or not we’re only 6 or 7 weeks away from the Summer Show!

An integral part of the show, and one of the most popular events, is the Horticultural Society’s competition. Displaying exhibits of all types of flowers, pot plants, fruit and vegetables. Plus, handicraft classes such as knitting, upcycling, painting and photography. There are also domestic classes including jams, honey, cakes, scones and handmade bread, rolls, homemade wine and gin or vodka. Anyone can enter, why not have a go yourself? You might win a prize! You don’t even have to be a member, anyone can enter including children (for which there are special categories including handwriting, modelling, painting, flowers etc.) and entry forms will be available in

Ingatestone Library and at Patrick Greens in June.

Of course, you could always join the Horticultural Society, it is only £5 per person and apart from the three shows a year, trips and events you get 10% off Abercorn’s and Greenbrook’s garden centres, effectively it pays for itself!

For more details contact Sarah@beechamresearch.com or Janet.ashtrees@hotmail.co.uk

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he latest from Brentwood Foodbank

Hello to all of our wonderful supporters.

We hope that you are all keeping well.

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VegetablesSteak

Soups

Fruit

Goods

Tuna/Salmon/Sardines

Tomatoes

Meatballs/Hot Dogs

Spaghetti

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Bags Of Rice

Other Food Items

Sugar

Biscuits

Coffee

Jars Of Pasta Sauce

Baby Wipes

Shampoo

Shower Gel

TDeodorants

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Sanitary Towels

Carrier Bags

Toiletries

Others

We would like to thank each and every one of you for your continuing support, we couldn’t continue to feed so many local people without you.

Thanks to your help we have had a good response to our recruitment drive and have already taken on some new volunteers.

There is sadly still such a great need by so many people who are needing help with being able to feed themselves and their families. We are seeing new clients every session who feel ashamed and humiliated at having to ask for help.

We do our very best to make them welcome and in many cases, we can signpost them to other organisations that can help them, for example CAP (for debt) or Peabody (for housing and benefit issues).

This is only possible because of your kindness and generosity and we hope and pray that you will still be able to support us.

Kind regards

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Harmony Brass celebrate at the Village Hall.

The popular Essex based brass ensemble Harmony Brass are preparing for their next visit to Stock Village Hall on Saturday 8th June at 7:30pm, when they will be celebrating the ensemble’s 40th Anniversary by presenting a special concert for the occasion.

The event will include the usual eclectic and popular mix of music for all tastes, and will feature a selection of audience favourites enjoyed by the group’s supporters over the past 40 years.

To mark this important milestone, Harmony Brass have chosen to donate all of the profit from the evening to a well deserving local charity, Remus Horse Sanctuary, which celebrated its own 40th anniversary in 2023. The sanctuary has approximately 200 animals in its care at their wonderful home at Buttsbury, and never turn away new arrivals who may be

suffering from abuse, abandonment, injury or non-coping owners.

The income needed to fund this magnificent work comes solely from donations and sponsors and, after a reduction of both during COVID, income has not yet returned to pre-COVID levels. The cost of everything has rocketed and Remus has had to deal with serious increases in veterinary costs and winter feed, as well as general running costs.

Please, if you can, come and join our fantastic and friendly Village Hall audience on 8th June. Bring your own drinks and nibbles. Tables for up to eight are provided for our club style seating arrangements.

Tickets £20, are on sale now from: The Box Office, telephone 01277 622456

Brian Ford (Director) Harmony Brass Ensemble

St Johns Hall - May 2024

St Johns Hall, in Church Road, is available for private hire.

It is ideal for family gatherings and school class birthday parties, to a maximum of 60 people. Please contact Dawn Parker 07984 791941 for bookings.

The hall also has a variety of regular activities such as:

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Have a history group who meet on the afternoon of the first Wednesday of the month, and a canasta group meet on the first Friday afternoon of each month.

Please contact Jean Williams on 01277 228653 or email Shenfieldu3amembership@outlook.com

Mountnessing Gardening Club

The garden club meet either at the hall or for garden visits on the first Thursday afternoon each month. Just come along or contact Pam on 07761 256718. The next meetings are:

Thursday 6th June – Mini show and social

Thursday 4th July – Garden visit

Thursday 5th September – Andre Babicz –Seasonal containers

Thursday 3rd October – Nick Dobson –Unusual spring bulbs

Thursday 7th November – David Sisley

– Garden plants for Autumn and Spring Interest

Thursday 5th December – AGM and Christmas social

Forget me not Day care

Elderly day care group offering lots of fun activities, and soft sports giving, and are

designed to promote health and wellbeing to members whilst providing respite to family carers.

From 10am to 3 pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please contact Tracy or Leah on 07940 231609 or email thefmnclub@gmail.com

Hutton Flower Club

Looking for new members for our friendly flower group. 10:30am to midday on Thursday mornings.

No experience necessary just a love of flowers, coffee and a chat. Please contact Val on 07986 797287 or email valgib@tiscali.co.uk

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A beneficiary or their spouse should not be a witness to a Will, or they will disinherit themselves

Unless it has a contemplation of marriage clause, marriage or re-marriage invalidates a Will, requiring a new arrangement

Without a Will, spouses and civil partners are NOT automatically entitled to all of the estate assets on death

Without a Will, the Government could inherit your estate if you die with no surviving traceable relatives

If a couple dies simultaneously, the elder is deemed to have died first - s184 Law of Property Act 1925, leaving only the younger spouse’s family to inherit

Without a Will, the Rules of Intestacy, ie ‘The Government Will’, could land the children with a 40% IHT (Inheritance Tax) liability

Even if an estate is less than £5,000, Probate may still be required re lifetime gifts in the preceding 7 years, so take legal advice

If you have no surviving parents, siblings, grandparents, uncles or aunts, then under the Intestacy Rules, the whole estate goes to the Crown or the Duchy of Lancaster or the Duke of Cornwall

Although divorce does not invalidate your Will, marriage/re-marriage will indeed invalidate your Will, unless a marriage clause has been embedded

A properly worded Will could ensure that half the value of your home is potentially protected against Local Authority care home fees

Always appoint charities as your final beneficiaries, to avoid your estate being claimed by the Government

By the use of a Property Protection Trust, you can ensure that if you pre-decease and your spouse re-marries and has more children, your own children benefit from your share of your home, and not the new spouse

If children have special care needs, an appropriate ‘Disabled Discretionary Trust’ could avoid loss of State benefits on inheriting your estate

If you own property abroad, you should arrange a Will in that country, to avoid costly fees and Probate delay

The estates of current or retired members of the Armed Forces are entitled to exemption from Inheritance Tax if they die on active service, or if their later death was caused by an injury or disease that was received or aggravated while they were on active service. This was extended in the 2014 Budget to members of the police, fire and ambulance services and emergency service personnel and humanitarian aid workers

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Essex businesses win King’s Awards for Enterprise

11 Essex businesses have won the prestigious King’s Awards for Enterprise. 2024 is an outstanding year for Greater Essex businesses. It shows determination amid rising costs and economic uncertainty.

The winners can now use the King’s Awards emblem to enhance their prestige and commercial value.

The winners are:

• Innovation: Dura Composites Ltd, Clacton-on-Sea

• International trade: Select Tech Limited, Billericay

• International trade: RSS International Ltd, Stanford-le-Hope

• International trade: Skysmart MRO Ltd, Great Dunmow

• International trade: Atlantic Pacific Global Logistics Ltd, Basildon

• International trade: Airline Component Services Ltd, Braintree

• International trade: Kestrel Liner Agencies Ltd, Stansted

• International trade: Direct Meats (Knights Farm) Ltd, Colchester

• International trade: Titan Airways Ltd, Stansted

• Promoting opportunity through social mobility: Ipeco Holdings Ltd, Southend-on-Sea

• Sustainable development: Climbing Trees Online Marketing Limited, Colchester

Applications for this year’s awards are now open.

Essex County Council encourage all local

businesses to apply. You can see if you’re eligible and start your application via www.gov.uk/kings-awards-for-enterprise

ECL partnership

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fire service ensures safety of the sensory impaired

ECL, an Essex-based sensory support service has developed a formidable partnership with Essex County Fire and Rescue Service to ensure its services are accessible to everyone with sight and/or hearing loss.

ECL’s Sensory Service, which supports people with sensory impairments to live independently, leads the Sensory Action Alliance, a network of organisations across Essex that work together to improve the lives of people with sensory loss.

A key member of the Sensory Action Alliance since 2020, Essex County Fire and Rescue Service is sharing how its partnership with ECL has benefitted the organisation and the community it serves with the release of a film to encourage others to join – this can be viewed via youtu.be/adVIFpIKHiI

Essex County Fire and Rescue Service plays a key role in helping to ensure that individuals supported by ECL’s Sensory service are safe in their homes by providing safety checks and specialist alert equipment.

For more information about the Sensory Action Alliance and how to join, visit www.ecl.org

For more information about Essex County Fire and Rescue Service visit www.essex-fire.gov.uk

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Class of 2024: Congratulations to our new police dogs

Essex Police welcomed three newly qualified police dogs into the Essex Police family at the start of May after PD Cooper, PD Quando and PD Obi became our Dog Unit’s newest licensed dogs.

Family and friends joined the German Shepherd trio and their handlers at a special ceremony on Wednesday 1st May, where the dogs took part in a passing out parade and treated everyone to a display of their new policing skills.

For more on the story and to see the dogs’ special ceremony head to www.youtube. com/watch?v=-xmDsO2AsMg

Empowering Parents and Carers: New Resources for Navigating Conversations on Sexual Health

Essex Sexual Health Service, delivered by Provide Community and commissioned by Essex County Council, proudly announces a new, dedicated section on its website for parents and carers, designed to empower them with the resources and knowledge necessary to engage in meaningful and

supportive conversations about sexual health with young people.

The “Parents and Carers” section offers a comprehensive guide to understanding and discussing various aspects of sexual health, relationships, inclusivity and well-being. It provides vital information and practical tips on how to approach sensitive subjects, including gender identity, sexuality, and sexual health education (RSHE), ensuring that conversations are respectful, informed, and age-appropriate.

For further information and to access the resources, visit www.essexsexualhealthservice.org.uk/ parents-and-carers

Essex welcomes new High Sheriff

Taking on a role that is steeped in history and making it relevant and a force for good in modern times is a challenge being met with enthusiasm and determination by David Hurst.

He is joining the ranks of men and a few women who, over the past 982 years, have been appointed as High Sheriff of Essex. Armed with an impressive amount of experience in the business and voluntary sectors, David is aiming to make the most of his year of office and will travel the county, helping to highlight its attributes and its needs.

David has been involved in his own community as a volunteer for decades and has been chairman and trustee with several charities. He is currently president of Southend Round Table 106 and his charitable fundraising efforts over the years led to him becoming chairman of the Southend Community Fund, which is managed by the independent charitable trust, Essex Community Foundation (ECF).

As High Sheriff of Essex, David, who was born and bred in the county, will be raising money for the High Sheriffs’ Fund, also run by ECF, with the aim of promoting crime prevention and community safety in Essex.

PC Ben Norfolk with PD Cooper, PC Nick Hayter with PD Quando and PC Liss Johnston with PD Obi

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Festivals of art hit the High Streets with the return of the popular Brentwood Art Trail

This year’s Brentwood Art Trail from Brentwood Connected, the new Business Improvement District (BID) across Brentwood, Shenfield and Ingatestone, takes place between 1st - 30th June.

The long-running annual event will be bigger than ever with support from the Brentwood Connected BID, which is funded by Town Centre businesses to improve the visitor experience in Brentwood, Shenfield and Ingatestone. The event continues to be supported by Baker Labels, Blue Serif and Brentwood Borough Council.

Running for an entire month, Art Festivals will take place in each High Street, while the Trail will celebrate the work of 70 local artists by showcasing their art in pop-up galleries in Brentwood, Shenfield and Ingatestone. Throughout June, 60 businesses, including Bennetts Funerals, Hey Joe Music & Coffee, Jasmine Bleu, Kennadys, Sienna’s Restaurant, The Ginger Tree, Tees, Tom Howley Kitchens, Waterstones, Woodland Coffee Shop and all three branches of Beresfords, will take part. A Brentwood Art Trail Pop-Up Gallery will also be open at the Baytree Shopping Centre for the duration of the Trail, supported by Q-Mix Concrete.

Emma Thurgood of Sincerely Yours in Shenfield will host artist Becky Wash’s crafts during the Trail. Emma said, “We’re always excited about the Brentwood Art Trail and love being a part of such a successful creative event which supports local businesses and brings the community together. We’re looking forward to welcoming lots of people into the shop this June, and can’t wait to see everyone admiring Becky’s work in the window.”

Featured artists include Brentwood-based Amelia Hart, who has worked with the internationally renowned artist Damien Hirst; Lucia Hardy and John Ball, who have experienced success on Sky Arts’ Landscape Artist of the Year; Carole Windham, who trained at the Royal College of Art and has had work displayed at Tate Britain; and members of the Brentwood & District Photographic Club, which was established in the area over 70 years ago. More than 1,000 local primary school children will also have the opportunity to display their art after taking part in a special Brentwood Art Trail online lesson

Walk, Talk & Create sponsors Lindsay Wildgust (L) and Sue Mills (R) of Create Yourself Calm, who will host an event at Butterfly Meadow.

A Scribble Board Art Jam, encouraging collaborative creativity, will take place in all three High Streets with artist Mike Young.

ponsored by Chicken Frog Bookshop, Guided Learning and Kip McGrath.

Free Art Festivals will take place on the first three Saturdays of the Trail - bringing creative, fun, familyfriendly events to the three High Streets.

Starting on Saturday 1st June, a Guided Tour will take place in Brentwood to launch the Trail, followed by a Plein Air Art Experience at the Chapel Ruins, led by Amelia Hart and Lucia Hardy. This will be accompanied by a Portrait Painting Demonstration with Nancy Walker in the Pop-Up Gallery, Chalk Drawing in Crown Street, and a Scribble Board Art Jam with artist Mike Young, where visitors will be invited to make their mark on a collaborative piece of artwork which will travel between the High Streets during the Trail’s Saturday Art Festivals. Special events in Shenfield and Ingatestone include more Guided Tours, an exciting Live Street Art Event with urban artist Penfold at foureighty on Saturday 8 June, and a special Artisan Ingatestone Artists’ Market on Saturday 15th June.

Throughout the Trail, free Walk Talk & Create events take place, visiting locations like Butterfly Meadow, Merrymeade Country Park, Warley Place Nature Reserve and Weald Country Park.

These give visitors the opportunity to enjoy the outdoor spaces in the borough, before creating some artwork under the tuition of an artist. This year’s Walk, Talk & Create events are sponsored by Create Yourself Calm and the Brentwood Arts Therapy Centre. There will be other artistled workshops throughout the Trail, plus a special screening of ‘Midnight In Paris’ at Brentwood Theatre.

Local artists are also looking forward to the event, particularly Sue Mills. She will be displaying work in Liquorice in Shenfield, teaching an online art lesson for primary schools, and hosting and sponsoring Walk, Talk & Create sessions with qualified counsellor Lindsay Wildgust and their mindful art business, Create Yourself Calm. “I’ve been a part of the Brentwood Art Trail for many years now, and I love the way it brings people together in Brentwood, Shenfield and Ingatestone. From the minute all the artists are revealed on social media, to the final day in June, it’s a really exciting time to be part of the creative community here, showcasing work and engaging with people through art.”

Visit www.brentwoodarttrail.co.uk for more information and to reserve tickets or brentwoodconnected.co.uk to read more about the Brentwood Connected Business Improvement District (BID).

Follow @bwdarttrail on social media for updates before and during the event.

Artist Lucia Hardy at Merrymeade House in 2023 with the Ascot painting she created on Sky Arts Landscape Artist of the Year.

Emma Thurgood of Sincerely Yours in Shenfield (R) with her artist for this years Brentwood Art Trail Becky Wash (L).

Urban artist Penfold will create some live street art in Shenfield (pictured at foureighty in 2023).

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It’s important to respond to your provider and discuss what you need to do to keep using your phone line.

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Nothing will change if you:

• do not have a landline

• only use mobile phones in your home

• already use a digital phone line

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If you already have broadband set up at home

This should be a simple change. Your home phone will be plugged into your broadband router instead of the wall-mounted socket. You will also keep your phone number.

If you do not already have broadband set up at home

To continue using your landline, you will

need to switch to a digital phone line. Your telephone provider should contact you to let you know what you need to do to make sure your service isn’t affected. If you have any concerns, contact your telephone provider.

When to contact your telephone provider

If any of the following apply to you, or someone you know, contact your telephone provider.

• you do not use broadband at home

• you use a personal alarm or healthcare device

• you have additional needs

• you live in an area with no mobile signal

• you have concerns or questions about what you need to do to make sure your phone line isn’t affected

Your telephone provider will tell you what you need to do to keep using your phone line, and help you take extra steps to prepare.

How do I find out who my telephone provider is?

To find out who your telephone provider is, check your phone bill. Your bill should include the provider’s name and contact details. If you have recently moved into a property and are not sure who provides the land line, you can dial 150 to find out.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

I have already told my provider that I have a personal alarm and/or additional needsdo I need to do anything else?

You do not need to do anything else if your telephone provider already knows you have additional needs, use a personal alarm/healthcare device or are vulnerable. Your provider will contact you before anything changes.

What will happen during a powercut if I have a digital phone line?

Digital phone lines rely on a power supply, so if there is a power cut, you will need to use a mobile phone. If your area has poor mobile signal, or you have no mobile phone for emergency calls, your provider will give a solution to allow calls to be made in emergencies.

Are there any costs for the switchover? Your telephone provider will not ask for money to switch you to a digital line. Be aware of fraud – if you receive any requests for money, report it on the Action Fraud website or call 0300 123 2040.

Where can I get more information from? If you have concerns or questions about the switch to a digital phone line, contact your telephone provider.

You can also find information on the Which and the www.gov.uk websites.

Ingatestone, Fryerning

A Tale of Joy

Friday 14th June, 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Ingatestone United Reformed Church

The Amalthea Ensemble is going on tour in aid of Joy of Learning! Alice Cheer (cello) and Meg Diamond (flute) will be joined by pianist and organist, John Cheer. The programme will include a wide range of chamber music by composers such as Beethoven, Villa-Lobos and Weber, plus a brand-new commission by Millicent B James. All proceeds will go to Joy of Learning (charity no: 1194700) which supports the education and wellbeing of children previously cared for by Sanyu Babies’ Home in Kampala, Uganda. Join us for a wonderful evening of live music, and help to change the lives of children who now live all over Uganda. Tickets available on the door (cash/card) | Pay-as-you-feel.

Ugandan craft stall (stock permitting) & refreshments.

Artisan Ingatestone Artists’ Market

Saturday 15th June, 11:00am – 4:00pm at Ingatestone Community Centre, 7 High Street, Ingatestone CM4 9ED

Special Artisan Ingatestone Artists’ Market to coincide with the Brentwood Art Trail. Support local artists and makers, discover Ingatestone, buy something unique. Free parking at Anglo European School (Willow Green CM4 0DJ).

The Artisan Ingatestone Artists’ Market is part of the Brentwood Art Trail, brought to you by Brentwood Connected, the unique Business Improvement District (BID) in Brentwood, Shenfield and Ingatestone.

Sound Journey

Thursday 27th June, 7:30pm – 9:30pm at Tipps Cross Remembrance Hall. Blackmore Road, Hook End, Brentwood, Essex CM15 0DX

Leading Sound Journey pioneer from NZ playing Didgeridoo, Drums, Flutes and nature sounds.

For the first time ever in Essex, Sound Journey are excited to invite you to join us for a mesmerising evening with Sika.

& Mountnessing

Holding Sound Journeys for more than thirty years, Sika creates a sanctuary for deep relaxation whilst inviting you to immerse yourself in a sonic odyssey. Sika plays an array of instruments including didgeridoos, frame drums, Taos drums, flutes, voice, shells, stones, leaves and orchestral sounds. These elements are woven together in an enchanting experience, expertly performed live by Sika, carrying you into worlds within worlds, on waves of sound, traversing mystical landscapes that only exist within the inner realms of magic.

This captivating Sound Journey evening commences and concludes with a guided visualisation, gently enticing you into the realm of dreams. Most people choose to lie down so please bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow or anything else you need to sit or lie down comfortably. Chairs are available for those wishing to sit up. Also recommend a water bottle and a journal. Tickets can be purchased via www.eventbrite.co.nz/e/sika-soundjourney-essex-tickets-886536373157

Mind Body and Spirit Well

Being Charity Day

Saturday 29th June, 10:00am – 4:00pm at Stock Village Hall, Common Road, Ingatestone, CM4 9NF

A wellbeing day to raise money for The Smallest Things charity. There will be 10 experienced clairvoyant mediums including Genny Sapiro, Kerry Standfast and Debbie Pike.

Stalls selling spiritual items such as crystals, singing bowls, natural beauty products, yoga wear, boho clothing and bags, and much more.

Holistic therapists will be offering Reiki, Indian Head, Reflexology, Aromatherapy, and singing bowl healing. Workshops will be running through the day which will be donation only. Yoga, meditation with an ordained Buddhist Vajra Guru. Refreshments and food available including vegetarian and vegan options. Entrance Fee £3, Concessions £2.50, Kids free.

Find us on Facebook Mind Body and Spirit Events in Essex for more information. Contact Genny Sapiro 07802 722440

Ingatestone and Fryerning Horticultural Society

The society exists to encourage interest in horticulture and the enjoyment of garden pursuits. As a society we are always very welcoming and here are some of the activities we offer this year.

Garden Visit to 61 the Meads

Wednesday 12th June at 4:30pm

Join us at the garden to find out more about rose cultivation.

Visit to Kings Seeds in Kelvedon

Wednesday 26th June at 6:30pm

Contact Helen Gillings on 01277 353562 for more information.

Summer Show

Saturday 20th July 12:30pm – 5:00pm Autumn Show

Monday 21st September 3:00pm – 5:00pm

Coach Trip to Great Comp Garden Bulbs ‘N’ Things Autumn Fair

For booking and more information contact annmonk@gmail.com or phone 01277 352869

We look forward to seeing you at these events, you do not need to be a member of IFHS to enter the shows or join the outings.

Mountnessing Village Hall

Mountnessing Village Hall is situated by the Mountnessing Windmill.

A lovely busy community hall which is also available to hire for private events. Please see our website:

www.mountnessingvillagehall.com or email Dawn Parker on booking@mountnessingvillagehall.com for booking information.

Some of the regular activities are as follows: -

Sewing Made Easy

We are pleased to say that our regular Dressmaking group ‘Sewing Made Easy’ are back every Monday during school term time. Please contact Pauline on 07989 460071 or email pm.nash@sky.com

Feelgoodflows Yoga Group

Thursday evenings. Please contact Abbie on 07709 705794, email FGFYOGA@gmail.com or www.bookwhen.com/feelgoodflows

Mountnessing Senior Citizens Club

This group meets twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday of the month at 2pm in the Village Hall.

It’s an extremely casual friendly meeting where you can get to chat to friends old and new over a cup of tea.

We have bingo and a raffle and an easy quiz to kick things off. New members made very welcome.

For more details contact Sue 07974 174713

Brentwood Organ & Keyboard Club

Join us at our monthly concerts on Tuesday afternoons (usually the fourth Tuesday). Concerts are performed by a different professional every month using their own keyboard system which gives them a whole orchestra at their fingertips. Concerts start at 2:15pm (doors 1:45pm). Entry at the door is £5 for members, £7 for guests (cash please) including interval refreshments. See www.organfax.co.uk/clubs/ brentwood or Jean on 01277 824380. Tuesday 25th June – Matthew Bason

Tuesday 23rd July – Michael Wooldridge Tuesday 27th August – Lewis Scott

Little City

Role play adventure for kids 4th Wednesday morning of the month. Please contact Lucy Huartson 07823 322296 email lucy@littlecityuk.com

Little Monkees Play Arena

Meet every Friday morning through term time for 4 months to 3 years. Call 01277 211065 or mobile 07837 170602. Email info@littlemonkees.com

Billericay Mayflower Bridge Club

Meet on a Tuesday evening from 7pm. Please contact John McCoy 07474 267160

Learn to salsa

Monday evenings with Salsa Chillout, giving Mondays that Friday feeling. Come solo or with friends, beginners to advanced levels welcome. Arrive 7:30pm to start warm up at 7:50pm, Salsa at 8pm to 9pm followed by a social dance until 11pm Call 07974 123567 or visit the website www.salsachillout.co.uk

Moore Art

This art group is a former watercolour landscape class that lost its teacher several years ago, and have carried on as a group without tuition. We develop on our own and support each other in different projects. Some members do pictures, some do cards or both. It is a very sociable group and we usually get together for a meal at Christmas. Meetings are every Wednesday afternoon.

Please contact Leila on 07790 288209 email leilamoore@hotmail.co.uk

Shaftesbury cycling club

Meet every Wednesday evening. Please contact Laurence Bellamy on 07825 686998. We also have a number of activities lead by the Shenfield U3A, including singing, art classes.

Please contact Gill Bitschine by email on gillbits@btinternet.com

New Folly GP Surgery

New Patient “Online

Registrations” Information

Dear prospective new patients,

We now offer online registration for new patients. Please use the URL link below which will take you to the online GP Registration Service. gp-registration.nhs.uk/F81163

It is digitally linked to the practice catchment area and as soon as the new online registration is complete, we will then receive a notification of your details.

We will add in the relevant information to our patient records system and will make contact to confirm your registration and to book the first appointment, appropriate to your needs.

We strongly encourage new patients to register via this online service to reduce the need for the multiple page printed documents and to speed up for the overall process.

Many thanks

Practice Manager 17th May 2024

gp-registration.nhs.uk/F81163

Book a full Afternoon Tea either on our website or by calling us, and you will receive a free glass of Prosecco. T&C’s apply:

• On arrival, please quote ‘IFM24’ for the promotion to be valid

• Available on afternoon teas Monday to Friday throughout June, July & August 2024

• Maximum table size of 12 people

Expires Friday 30th August 2024

Fired-Up Flavours for June

With summer beckoning, it’s time to fire up the barbecue and indulge in the smoky, succulent delights of outdoor cooking.

In this edition, we bring you some fired-up recipes perfect for your June barbecue gatherings. From juicy meats to vibrant vegan tacos these recipes are sure to make your summer celebrations sizzle. Let’s get grilling!

BBQ Marinated Chicken Skewers

Ingredients

500g chicken breast, cubed

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon tomato ketchup

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried mixed herbs

Salt and pepper, to taste

Wooden skewers, soaked in water

Method

1. In a bowl, mix together olive oil, minced garlic, soy sauce, honey, tomato ketchup, smoked paprika, dried mixed herbs, salt, and pepper to create the marinade.

2. Add the cubed chicken breast to the marinade, ensuring it is well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

3. Preheat the barbecue grill to mediumhigh heat.

4. Thread the marinated chicken onto the soaked wooden skewers.

5. Grill the chicken skewers for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and charred on the edges.

6. Serve the BBQ marinated chicken skewers hot, accompanied by your favourite barbecue sauces and dips.

Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Tacos

Ingredients

2 cans young green jackfruit in water or brine

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon ground coriander

½ teaspoon chili powder

400g tin chopped tomatoes

2 tablespoons tomato puree

2 tablespoons maple syrup

Salt and pepper, to taste

Taco shells or tortillas

Guacamole, salsa, and vegan sour cream, to serve

Method

1. Drain and rinse the canned jackfruit. Use your hands to shred the jackfruit into small pieces.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté until softened.

3. Stir in shredded jackfruit, smoked paprika, ground cumin, ground coriander, and chili powder. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Add chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, and maple syrup to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper.

5. Simmer the jackfruit mixture for 15-20 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the jackfruit is tender.

6. Warm taco shells or tortillas according to package instructions.

7. Spoon the BBQ jackfruit mixture into taco shells or tortillas.

8. Serve the vegan BBQ jackfruit tacos hot, topped with guacamole, salsa, and vegan sour cream.