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Editorial Welcome to the September issue of Meldreth Matters. The Village Hall is re-opening this month, after its summer-long refurbishment. The trustees are planning to hold an open afternoon next month (see page 9) which will give everyone an opportunity to view the changes.

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Margaret Hunter lived at Keys Cottage, the pink thatched cottage next to the school, where over a period of half a century she created one of Meldreth’s most beautiful natural gardens, running down to the River Mel. If you knew Margaret, you’ll likely have strong memories of her. She had red hair and was imbued with the capacity to love fiercely and to fight for what she believed in. She saw it as her duty to speak out, and indeed you may remember her voice, whether literally or figuratively, calling out to a beloved dog, volunteering her opinion, proposing a resolution, welcoming a friend or relation, thanking someone for a favour, or indeed, telling someone or some creature off –and later, offering a humble apology.

Margaret grew up in Cambridge along the Huntingdon Road, the youngest by ten years of two sisters; the elder and better behaved was Kathleen. Her father Herbert was a plant breeding scientist at St Catharine’s College; her mother Rosa hailed from Kansas City, Missouri and had broken off her engagement to another man after falling in love with Herbert while on holiday in Ireland. Margaret’s earliest memory was waiting at the front gate for her beloved father to arrive home on his bicycle, often with a book from his St Andrews Street newsagent “in the hope I would start reading”. “Unlike my sister I was a rebellious pupil at the Misses Macleods’ Kimway School and spent a lot of time under the pegs in the cloakroom in disgrace.” The same pattern followed at home: “I tried running away after turning the gas taps on in the kitchen and the cat we had was almost strangled several times! Nevertheless I was affectionate by nature, if impulsive.” Her parents were hospitable and her father’s students from all over the world would visit regularly. “In the world of the thirties, summers would see the hammock and deck chairs set off much lively discussion.” One of her greatest childhood friends, Elizabeth Metters, with whom she played on the University Farm opposite the family home, would later become her stepsister.

Margaret Hunter (9/10/1925 – 30/6/2022)

Margaret adored her parents and bore her first great loss when her mother died in July 1945. At the end of her own life, when she found

In 1954, after seeing an ad in the local paper, Margaret persuaded her father to buy Keys Cottage. Herbert and Margaret’s stepmother Blanche set about transforming the Keys Cottage wilderness, building on part of an old orchard of Bramleys and Greengages. With Herbert’s death five years later – ‘an enormous tragedy for me’ – and then her stepmother’s decision to move back to her Warwickshire roots, Margaret took on responsibility for the cottage.

On VE Day 1945, Margaret’s ancestral American flag was draped out of the upstairs front window over Huntingdon Road. She was proud to have served her country during the war, serving with the Wrens in London and Scarborough as a wireless telegrapher. The war and her mother’s ill health had interrupted her education, and she went back to complete her A-levels at the encouragement of Tom Henn, a St Catharine’s tutor who persuaded her to apply to Trinity College Dublin. She spent a vibrant time there immersed in books and poetry –life-long loves – and somehow persuaded Philip Larkin to visit from Belfast as a guest of the Trinity Poetry Society, which she had founded.

Margaret’s long career in Adult and Further Education saw several periods of intense fulfilment and the acquisition of great friends. The first was at Swavesey Village College with her mentor John Gale. She was appointed Adult Tutor “over three male candidates” which meant organising activities for the brand-new college across its catchment of eight surrounding villages. This was followed by a stretch as Cornwall County Organiser, where “again I beat the men to it”. Then a spell at Melbourn Village College, and nine years at a new Community College

5 each day so hard, Margaret was comforted by the memory of her father’s words as they stood together at her mother’s graveside: “Courage” he said (in a French accent).

Over the course of her life, she enjoyed two cherished family circles, and Keys Cottage featured importantly in their lives too. Her sister Kathleen’s family from the south of France, including her children Anne and Hugh and their children too, for whom Margaret and Meldreth constituted a second home; and her stepmother’s Blanche’s family, especially her beloved stepsister Elizabeth, her stepbrothers and flourishing next generations – all close connections “without which my life would have been immeasurably impoverished”. The house didn’t change much in 68 years of Hunter occupancy and visiting family members would seek out their cubby holes up steep narrow stairs and settle down for the night.

6 in Ilfracombe, Devon, again under John Gale. Finally, she served as Principal at a college in Ealing, London, where she managed a staff of 100 – which she loved, but she began to feel ‘tired and used up after 25 years in a job which committed me day and evening if I was to achieve the results I desired’. When she was offered early retirement at the age of 56, she took it, which left her a full forty years for a second life. First and foremost, she set out to nurture the Keys Cottage garden, which at that point crossed over the River Mel and extended quite a ways on the opposite bank. She gifted that parcel to the County Council and helped create Melwood, and over the years planted silver birch, whitebeam, rowan, willow, cherry, hazel, beech and field maple, as well as daffodils and bluebells.

At the same time, she embarked on a period of politics and community service, as a Parish Councillor (first at Meldreth) as well as Melbourn Division County Councillor. The ‘yellow lollipop’ would appear in her front garden without fail at every election, and Margaret volunteered for every job going, while keeping politicians of all colours on their toes. Those who served alongside her will recognize the spirit behind her approach: “I enjoy stirring things up where necessary. One should always be involved in Home and World Affairs. It is part of being alive.” In Melbourn she founded the Mobile Warden Service, which is going strong today and now serves Meldreth and Shepreth too. She served as Meldreth Tree Warden and delighted in seeing rows of new trees take root in Kneesworth Road and Malton Lane. In Whaddon she gifted the village the unique wrought iron name plate denoting its village hall. At the age of 84, she was not finished with public life. With a deep affinity for Shepreth, where long before she had decided to buy her burial plot, in June 2010 she stood in a hotly contested Shepreth Parish Council election. Margaret, the outsider, having assiduously knocked on every door in the village, came in first in a field of four candidates. The following year, in a disagreement over a matter of principle, she resigned in protest – but continued as organiser of the 2011 Shepreth village fete, one of its best.

Margaret never retired from expressing her opinion, indeed she was adamant that it was everyone’s duty to do so and often admonished others for not doing the same. She wrote copious letters to politicians and newspapers, pounding away on her manual typewriter, never

When you’re next walking through Melwood, please take note at the extra loop running away from the opposite bank to Key’s Cottage and enjoy the trees and spring bulbs that Margaret planted for future generations to enjoy. As for the garden, “I hope so much that those who come to Keys Cottage after me will love it and care for it in its natural state as I have tried to do.”

7 mincing her words. She found it difficult to come to terms with overwhelming changes in the world, particularly the loss of countryside and threats to natural habitats, and the internet which completely excluded her.

One morning around the age of 94, she instructed Richard her gardener to chop down the largest Bramley apple tree in the garden – one predating her father’s purchase of Keys Cottage. ‘I’ve got to be able to see down to the bottom of the garden.’ Which that afternoon she was able to do. The tree however decided it still had life in it and soon began sprouting new shoots out of its stump.

Margaret died at home, her bed in the living room open through French doors to the spectacle of the ‘American Pillar’ rambler rose planted by her father in memory of her mother, and with a vista of great trees marching down the orchard to the River Mel. Visits by Anne and Hugh in her final months provided enormous comfort, especially after long absences forced by the pandemic. This conclusion of her life under her own roof – “Keys Cottage, my haven” – was made possible by Richard Parker who kept the garden exquisite and was the first person to greet her each morning, even before her carers arrived, and Julie Draper, who organized all of her care, played Scrabble and read aloud, and made sure that Margaret was safe.

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A memorial service for Margaret will be held at midday on Saturday1st October in Whaddon Church, with a lunch afterwards at the British Queen. Please RSVP to Julie Draper on juliedraper@dumbflea.co.uk or 07976 879350, particularly if you will be attending lunch at the BQ.

Her garden however brought only peace and joy. Clearly, she had inherited her father’s plantsman-ship skills and tended the garden with a vision for its trees, its clearings, its wildlife, and its constant yearround contrast of colour. She fed the birds with huge generosity, and set traps to prevent resident mice from invading what was not theirs.

Ian Mitchell

Cambridgeshire Constabulary

Meldreth Village Hall Re-Opening

Bikes for Ukrainians

The Village Hall re-opens this month, following redecoration and refurbishment of the toilets. We are planning an open afternoon on 2nd October from 2.00-5.00pm. We would be delighted for many of you to come and explore what has been done, see a display of the hall's history and share a cup of tea and some cake with us!

The Village Hall Trustees

We would appreciate flat handle bar bikes, rather than sports or dropped handle bars. Typically they will be used for transport to schools by the younger people and simply getting around locally by the grown ups. Ideally they will be complete and in running order, but we will check, adjust and lubricate all bikes to ensure they are safe for use. If you have an unused bike languishing in your shed or garage please consider offering it for this very good cause. We can collect locally. Please contact Richard Fry on 07802 774851 or me on 07726 936635. Many thanks in advance for your help.

South Cambs Community Engagement Meeting

Further to the article in last month’s Meldreth Matters, we have received some donations of bicycles which have been checked over and matched to some of the Ukrainian guests here. We could still do with more bikes, particularly those suitable for women and teenagers.

Our next online meeting will take place on Tuesday 1st November from 7.00-8.00pm. Join us to find out about the work of police across South Cambridgeshire and to share your concerns. Register at engagement-meeting-november-2022-tickets-315306138147.https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/south-cambs-community-

Letters to the Editor

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A bier in Blakeney Church

John Morgan with the restored bier

Terry Editor’sDashNote:

As a long time member of Meldreth Local History Group, I was delighted by the restoration work carried out on the village funeral bier by John Morgan, with the help of John Richards. I naturally thought it would be on display in Meldreth Church where villagers and visitors alike would see it in its full glory, similar to other churches in Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Norfolk (see the photograph below of a much plainer bier in Blakeney Church in Norfolk). In these churches the funeral biers act as focal points, usually with a display of flowers and church literature on them and are welcomed by the churches as it is part of their Ihistory.understand that there is considerable opposition to this idea from certain parties within Meldreth church, and I find this very sad. The funeral bier is part of Meldreth’s history and it should be seen where it naturally belongs, not stored away out of sight. If the church do not want their funeral bier back, there is the great risk that it will at some point leave the village to never return.

The funeral bier was made by Herbert Gipson in 1921-1922. Information and photographs on the history of the bier and its restoration can be found at https://www.meldrethhistory.org.uk.The

Meldreth Funeral Bier

Margaret Hunter was a lively, complicated and occasionally impossible character who worked ceaselessly for the Liberal Democrat Party in South Cambridgeshire, which my late mother, Ethel Palmer, (a retired English teacher) and I supported. She was a good friend and hostess. She worked hard behind the scenes with a team organising quizzes for the Liberal Democrats, which were not only useful for raising funds but also for sheer enjoyment. She also shared a non-political monthly event at our house and hers, where a group of retired people, including Julie and Peter Draper, got together for a play-reading event. Another local cause which she supported was the Melwood Conservation Group and as a keen gardener, she was particularly outspoken about plants she thought should be reined in, like ivy. So, her interest in the environment did not extend to “wilding” or daisies and buttercup meadows perhaps! She was very fond of roses though. She was basically a warm and kind hostess to my mother, definitely and me, up to a point. She could be abrasive and downright rude but underneath this rude persona was a warm, friendly and practical woman who loved her dog and her family and friends, was a hospitable, able organiser of groups of all kinds and contributed a great deal to the social development of our Meldreth community. I share the sadness of her death with many others who knew her well, although we know that in the last few years, she had not been well. May she rest in peace. Eleanor Fitzgerald-Palmer

An Appreciation of Margaret Hunter

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Hi from The British Queen. We have been having quite a busy time of it at the pub lately. Our ‘mums to the lambs’ all had a nice new haircut, thanks to Charlie Dellar who came out in July to give them all a short back and sides. We are pretty sure with all the hot weather we have been having, they were all more than relieved with his handy work. Since being trimmed up, the ‘mums’ have now been returned to the farm in Thriplow, in readiness for becoming mums all over again. Our lambs will still be out in the field for the next four weeks. We have said our farewells to our pigs, who have had a fantastic time up by the river, enjoying being fed and treated by all the local walkers. So thank you for all the treats you have bestowed upon them.

Although our ducks Pancake and Charlie are still living their best lives on the River Mel, we have suffered another dog attack on Pancake, so when walking your dogs on the pub land or the river walk, I would again request that whilst you are near the ducks, please, please keep your dogs on a lead. Thank you. We had a lovely time with the Devils Dyke Morris Dancers, who arrived at the pub for their annual dance around the car park; they were joined by another group of Morris Dancers. The dancing was really enjoyed by all the

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13 patrons and staff. It was great to see the children from the local Primary School and their parents joining in with the Morris men for the final round with sticks and handkerchiefs in hand. Weddings for two lovely local couples have also taken place at the pub: Ben and Trudy followed by Louis and Jessica. We would like to wish both couples all the very best for their future years together. Our little shop, The Queen Bee, is doing well and being supported locally. If you would like a little look in the doors, please come and enjoy a coffee with us while you are there. We are still recruiting for full time employees. If you are interested, please call in or telephone on (01763) 260252. We would love to add you to our team.

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It’s hard to believe that it has been ten years since the idea of a Melbourn based amateur dramatics group was brought to life. It all came about when husband and wife, Paul and Donna Sleight, attended a local performance for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012 and loved the show so much that it inspired them to join an amateur dramatic group. They were surprised when they discovered that there was no group in either Melbourn or Meldreth. From there, the immortal words “how hard can it be?” were first muttered and following a successful application to South Cambridgeshire District Council’s ‘Community Chest’ funding, the concept of a Melbourn based amateur dramatics group was achieved. Along with nine of their good friends, they got together and with the help of two local writers put together their first script, The Lost Slipper, which was performed in December 2012 on stage at Meldreth Village Hall and Melbourn Village College. These were very humble beginnings for the team. Costumes were sourced from charity shops, chopped about, cut, reshaped and fabric added to transform them from an evening dress into an elaborate dame costume. Curtains were made into nineteenth century style britches and jackets and props were put together using items from either recycling centres or from odd bits and bobs found in the loft or at the back of the garage. The scenery was built using two hanging rails with fabric draped over, which was then painted to depict a scene. This made it through the first show, with help of Gaffer tape but then, mid-way through the second

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The MADS family continued to expand and by having extra people in the team, this meant that we no longer had to double up with doing stage and backstage duties. MADS have grown into the successful and popular group we are now. We are a not-forprofit society, so proceeds from ticket sales are used for buying and improving either technical equipment such as lighting, speakers and radio mics or costumes - which all enhance the enjoyment of our shows for all who come.

As the shows get bigger our team also grows and we a lucky enough to have some very talented members. Our youngest MADS member is just eight years old and our oldest is 79. New members are always welcome irrespective of their knowledge or experience. Technical skills can be easily learned so reliable, friendly people who like to occasionally do silly things and generally love to have fun are always welcome. It is with great excitement that this year we will be seeing our first MADS wedding as two of our members, who met during one of our former pantomime rehearsals, got married in July.

18 show – yes you guessed, it duly collapsed beyond repair, much to the audience’s delight! Why do they love it so much, when it all goes wrong? We learned a lot from that first show and we all agreed that comedy is our ‘thing’ and have never tackled serious plays or shows. Even today, we still go by the philosophy that as long as the show is funny and the audience are having fun, then all is well with the world! From these humble beginnings, MADS has gone from strength to strength. The first show proved so popular, was such a lot of fun to put together and received amazing feedback from ticket buyers, that we decided to do it all over again the following year. So in 2013, we brought to the stage Murder Down the Aisle followed by the pantomime Aladdin in December.

Over the last ten years we have performed eight pantomimes, three interactive murder mystery evenings, two comedy plays, a fundraising variety show and (in December 2021) a Christmas cabaret. Now things are starting to get back to some normality, we are all very excited to announce that for Christmas 2022 we will be back on stage at Meldreth Village Hall to perform our Christmas Pantomime Dick Whittington. We hope that you will come along and help us celebrate our tenth birthday. More information about what we do and the shows we have performed in the past can be found on our website at www.melbournamdram.co.uk. You can also keep up to date with our next events and shows on the website or on our Facebook page, Wewww.facebook.com/MelbournAmateurDramaticsSociety.lookforwardtowelcomingbackallouroldfriends and offer a huge welcome to all those who will be joining us for the first time!

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In the Tamgaly Gorge there are rock paintings; some are around 3,500 years old, others relatively recent. It is now a World Heritage Site. Travel on this holiday was done in a rather cramped van/bus which not only accommodated seventeen people plus driver but also tents,

As it turned out the luggage was only two days late so catching up was only a minor problem. Bird watching calls for early morning rising, so the group had to be up at 5.30am and out by 6.00am; not a holiday for those who like a lie-in. At the end of the holiday the group had listed 220 species of birds and of those, 120 were new to Joan and Ray. Wildlife sightings included wild camels on the Silk Route, Lammergeier (a type of vulture), Short Tailed Eagles, Long Eared Owls, Red Starts, Brown Dipper, Rose Coloured Starlings, White Winged Larks and the very rare Black Shoulder Kites.

The land in Kazakhstan is very fertile and roamed by Nomads. There is still a functioning Russian Cosmodrome nestling in the snow 9000 feet up in the Tian Shan mountains. At the higher level of 11,000 feet, the Himalayan Snow Cock can be seen; Ray gave us an impression of the Snow Cock’s call.

Our July Meeting was held in All Saints’ Community Hall and Ray Munden gave us an illustrated talk on his bird watching holiday to Kazakhstan, along with his wife, Joan and fifteen other travellers. Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world, but has a population of only seventeen million. The UK, Turkey, Spain, Portugal, Austria, Belgium, Ireland, Germany and the Netherlands could all fit in and there would still be land left over. Kazakhstan has borders with China and Russia and once belonged to Russia, so occasionally it gets Russian intervention. Almaty used to be the capital, but due to its closeness to the border with China, it is now Astana. Almaty, which means apple, has the second tallest wooden cathedral in the world. The Kazakhs think that the apple originated from Almaty. Almaty was chosen for the starting point of the holiday and it was emphasised to the group that they should pack some of their belongings in their carry-on bags just in case their hold luggage did not turn up, as there was little chance of their belongings ever catching up with them.

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21 provisions, tables chairs etc. Washing and toilet facilities were very basic. On arrival back at the hotel where they had started out from, there was a mad dash for a much-needed shower to wash off all the dust and grime accumulated over the holiday. Ray was thanked for his very interesting talk and presented with a cheque in appreciation. Ray said that he was going to give this as a donation to Essex and Herts Air Ambulance. Our next meeting is on Tuesday 27th September in the Meldreth Church meeting Room when Kimmi will lead us on a Pointless Quiz; the meeting begins at our usual time of 7.45pm. If you would like to know more about the group, need a lift to meetings or would like a copy of our programme please contact any of the following committee members: Pat Smith (01763) 262575, Sue Toule (01763) 260955, Angela Leach (01763) 262793, Pat Ames (01763) 261130, Kimmi Crosby 07976228377 Mary Bailey (01763) 220171, Diane Blundell (01763) 221415. Avril Mellor EVE CONSTRUCTION LTD Experienced professional local builder Extensions, garden rooms, home office, alterations, structural work, carpentry, block drives, landscaping, and all types of general building work Contact Mark 07889 669138 | 01223 enquiries@eveconstruction.co.uk264909www.eveconstruction.co.uk

Planning is well underway for the usual mix of veteran, vintage, classic and sporting cars and a few motorbikes. Refreshments will be served, with a barbecue at lunchtime with tea and cakes all day. There will be display of quirky ceramics in the church by a local artist and an Autojumble in the churchyard, with music from the Memphis Jazz Band. See the poster on the back cover for further information.

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Meredith Bowles will give a talk in late September entitled “Modern Houses in East Anglia”. See https://www.molearchitects.co.uk.

17th Car Show - Sunday 11th September, 1.30-4.30pm

Tom Heap is currently busy presenting Sky News Climate “Change” feature and will give us a talk on this subject on a date to be agreed. Dates for other talks have yet to be arranged.

Running this event had been considered for late September. However, with the current drought that is not now an option.

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Editor’s Note: No further details about this talk were available at the time of going to press.

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Stand Up Comedy Night

Melbourn Football Club is hosting a Stand Up Comedy Night on Saturday 19th November at Melbourn Village College. Doors will open at 7.30pm. There will be four comedians performing, including three who regularly play on the London circuit and headlining is Britain’s Got Talent runner-up, Robert White. Admission is £10 plus a booking fee and there will be a fully licensed bar. Twenty percent of the profits from the evening will be split between CPSL Mind and Parkinsons UK. To purchase tickets go to www.eventbrite.com and search for Melbourn FC or scan the QR code.

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BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex CB11 4JF Hear expert talks, listen to live music, gather garden inspiration, buy plants and visit the good food market. Tickets for English Heritage members: 10.00am entry £11.00; 12.00pm entry £9.50. Non-members from £18. All include access to house, grounds and gardens. Available from: www.gardenersworldfairautumn.seetickets.com.

Harv’Fest 2022 - Wimpole Produce Weekend Wimpole Hall Estate, Arrington, Royston SG8 0BW Head to the Wimpole stables to discover the plentiful produce grown on the Estate. Visit the Walled Garden stall to purchase their homegrown produce. Watch demonstrations of traditional crafts like ceramic making and wood turning and discover how apples are pressed to make juice. Free event but normal National Trust admission applies.

Friday 2nd to Sunday 4th September, 9.30am to 5.00pm

Sunday 4th September, 2.30pm to 5.00pm

Join an expert guide for a behind-the-scenes exploration of the iconic Avro Lancaster. Learn about the bomber’s illustrious history (including the famous Dambuster’s Raid) and heroism of its young crews. Tickets £10 adult; £8 concession; £5 accompanied child (NB in addition to normal IWM Duxford admission). Book at www.iwm.org.uk.

Things to Do in September

Saturday 3rd and Sunday 4th September, 10.00am to 4.00pm

Mondays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout September, 11.30am and 2.30pm Inside View: The Lancaster Imperial War Museum, Duxford, Cambridgeshire CB22 4QR

Hinxton Watermill Open Day Mill Lane, Hinxton, Cambridgeshire, CB10 1RD

Here are some things happening in September in the local area. If you would like to let us know about any future event or activity please email meldrethmatters@hotmail.com.

Look around a beautiful working watermill dating back to the 17th century, the only one still working on the River Cam. Children can take part in the popular ‘Where’s Ratty’ contest with a chance to win a prize. Cambridge PPF members free, non-members £3 adult, £1 child.

The Old Bull, 56 High Street, Royston SG8 9AW Singer/songwriter Sarah Harrison in conversation with poet and performer Jude Simpson. Buffet lunch begins 12.15pm; Chat with Q and A session follows from 1.00pm. Tickets £15 per person, by phone on (01763) 262262 or visit www.hsrsc.org.uk/events. Proceeds in aid of Home-Start Royston, Buntingford and South Cambridgeshire.

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Tuesday 6th September, 10.00am to 12noon Autumn Wildflowers in Wandlebury Wandlebury Ring, Gog MagogHills, Cambridge CB22 3AE

Thursday 29th September, 12.15pm

Cambridge Bead Fair

Saturday 24th September, 7.00pm for 7.30pm (reviseddate) Megson Live in Melbourn

Want to learn more about wild flowers? Enjoy a stroll around the woods and meadows of Wandlebury, led by a warden who will help you with identification. Meet at noticeboard in car park. Free event but donations welcome. No need to book. Parking charge for nonmembers.

Enjoy a relaxed evening in the concert hall foyer with street food, bar and live music from two highly-acclaimed young folk musicians who combine their love of Celtic music with a passion for rock and blues. Great way to end your week! Book now from £13.50. Age guidance 7 plus. Tickets available from www.saffronhall.com.

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Saturday 24th September, 11.00am to 4.00pm

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Well-known English folk duo, Megson, will be performing in a fundraising event for All Saints’ Church, Melbourn. There will be a bar available in the Community Hall. Book directly at https:// www.megsonmusic.co.uk/product/live-melbourn. Tickets: Adults £14.00, children half price.

Friday 23rd September, 8.00pm

Literary Lunch with Jude Simpson

Harston Village Hall , 20 High Street, Harston CB22 7PX Beads and pearls for the home jewellery maker. Free admission and free refreshments. Easy parking next to hall.

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A spooky extravaganza of music, painting and stories. for children aged 4+. James tells the stories, he and Antonio paint spine-chilling scenes while the Saffron Walden Orchestra plays. The paintings will be auctioned at the end, with profits going to Refugease. Over 16s £15, under 16s £6. Book on www.saffronhall.com.

Things for Children and Families To Do

Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th September, 10.00am - 5.00pm

Saturday 3rd September, 12.00noon - 4.30pm

Once Upon a Tune: Spooky Stories, Saffron Hall, Audley End Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4UH

Drop in to try taking photographs of plants using sunlight. Learn about botanist Anna Atkins who took photographs this way. www.botanic.cam.ac.uk.

Heritage Open Day, Anglesey Abbey, Quy Road, Lode CB25 9EJ

Dancing, singing, storytelling, crafts and history talks. View the historic chapel. A free event. See www.cambridgeppf.org.

Harvest Falconry, Audley End, off London Road, Saffron Walden CB11 4JF Watch falconers demonstrating traditional hawking methods. Displays and activities. Book online at www.english-heritage.org.uk. Members free. Non members £21, children 17 and under £12.60.

Discover trees, enjoy games and crafts. For ages 5 - 11 (accompanied). £7.50 per child. Adults & under 3s free. Book on www.wildlifebcn.org or book in advance for Bushcraft on Saturday 1st October.

Enjoy the colours of the gardens, especially the dahlia border, view art works by Constable, try the new scramble climber in Hoe Fen or explore the tree house. Book on www.nationaltrust.org.uk.

Saturday 3rd September, 10.00am - 1.00pm Sun Prints, Cambridge Botanic Gardens, 1 Brookside CB2 1JE

Monday 12th to Sunday 18th September

Stourbridge Medieval Fair, Leper Chapel, Newmarket Rd CB5 8JJ

Saturday 3rd September, 2.00pm - 4.00pm

Duxford Music www.duxfordsaturdayworkshop.org.ukWorkshop

Music Workshop holds group tuition sessions, where adults and children from Year 5 onwards can learn to play an instrument. There is also a ‘junior music group’ for children from Year 1 upwards, as well as classes for adult beginners and groups both for ‘improvers’ and for competent players. Our members include adults who have always wanted to learn an instrument but haven’t had the opportunity, alongside those – so many of us - who “haven’t played for donkeys’ years” but would like to get back into playing music again.

A registered charity, Workshop is all about having fun by learning and performing together in an enjoyable and supportive environment.

Even if you don’t have an instrument of your own, don’t panic – we have instruments for rental on very reasonable terms so will be happy to help you out if we can.

If you love music …and would like to learn to play an instrument, play alongside others, or sing in a choir, you’ll be hugely welcome to come and join in the delights of “Duxford Workshop” at Duxford Village School - which is held on Saturday mornings during Duxfordterm-time.Saturday

Registration for the 2022-23 Workshop year is being held on Saturday 17th September from 10.00 – 11.30am at Duxford School, St. John’s Street, Duxford. Term begins the following week, at 9.30am on Saturday 24th September. For more information, please see the Workshop website at: http://duxfordsaturdayworkshop.org.uk. If you love music, do come along to see what ‘Workshop’ can offer you.

Peter Howarth Duxford Workshop Management Team

In addition to the tuition classes, Workshop also has ensembles ranging from recorders, strings, jazz and wind bands, to folk fiddlers, ukulele players, guitarists, an adults’ community choir and a full orchestraoffering so many opportunities – all for you!

34 Rail www.meldrethsheprethfoxtonrail.org.ukUpdates

Meldreth Road, Shepreth Level Crossing Upgrade Network Rail’s consultation last year on upgrading this level crossing, currently a half-barrier and proposed as a full barrier with a significantly longer waiting time, drew strenuous objections from local residents and groups, including the Meldreth Shepreth and Foxton Community Rail Partnership. These objections were supported by the County Council in its response to the consultation. The proposal is part of what’s called the C3R Cambridge Re-signalling Project. More information is available on our website: https:// meldrethsheprethfoxtonrail.org.uk/meldreth-road-level-crossing. A hard copy of the application and associated documents may be inspected at Cambridge Central Library until Friday 23rd September. No meaningful response was received to those objections and it appears that Network Rail is proposing to go forward with the upgrade, although a current ‘formal objection period’ is currently underway . We are working with the County Council to understand the options and how to register concern at the lack of response to previously lodged objections. At the time of writing this has yet to be clarified.

Due to low ridership, GTR have announced that from September, services at Meldreth, Shepreth and Foxton stations will need to be scaled back during off-peak times. Services will remain half-hourly during peak times and run hourly between 10.00am-3.00pm and after 8.00pm. The Cambridgeshire Student Connect card (the 50% 16-18 year-old student discount which is unique to our area) is protected, supporting the rail commute to sixth form colleges and training in Cambridge. The link is: ordertowhenatThestudents.meldrethsheprethfoxtonrail.org.uk/50-discount-on-season-tickets-for-https://challengeofregainingandretainingtheall-dayhalf-hourlyservicethisunprecedentedtimeisverysignificant.Pleasedousethetrainyouhavethechoiceandopportunitytodoso,andhelpridershipgrow.Attheendoftheday,theserviceneedshigherridershipintodevelop.

Reduction in Off-Peak Services

In the meantime, objections to, or other representations about, the proposals in the application should be sent to the Secretary of State for Transport c/o Transport Infrastructure Planning Unit, Department for Transport, Great Minster House, 33 Horseferry Road, London SW1P 4DR or by email to transportinfrastructure@dft.gov.uk. The consultation closes on Friday 23rd September 2022. Please contact us if you’d like to join our mailing list and receive further information.

Enjoy this story about breastfeeding and public transport, which has been reported by multiple news outlets. Our CRP’s ‘Try the Train’ scheme was the catalyst. See: campaign.rail-partnership-leads-try-the-train-trip-in-support-of-breastfeeding-https://communityrail.org.uk/communitySusan van de Ven and Sarah sarahgrove.msfcrp@gmail.comGrove

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Campaign Led by Meldreth Shepreth and Foxton Community Rail Partnership (CRP)

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local views on the day and should be joined by a Greenway team officer.

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In conjunction with the Greenway team’s quest to update on local concerns and ideas, the A10 Corridor Cycling Campaign will hold its annual Awareness Ride on Sunday 25th September, setting off from Trumpington Park and Ride at 10.00am, bound for Phillimore Garden Centre for refreshments. A walking and scooter contingent will set off from the Melbourn Hub at 10.00am. Please bring your own drinks and do get in touch if you would like to help as a ride marshal or contribute any cakes; many thanks in We’llanticipation!becollecting

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The Greater Cambridge Partnership is now getting into the detailed planning of the Melbourn Greenway, which is the planned ‘multi-use active travel’ (walking, mobility scooters, bikes, etc) link between Royston and Cambridge. The route takes in Melbourn and Foxton village centres and includes the upgrade path from Melbourn to Meldreth Station. This is one of twelve Greenway schemes running on corridors from Cambridge and was approved in principle in June 2020. There’s still a great deal of detail to be worked out and funding for the Melbourn-Royston segment depends on specific grant bids.

Annual A10 Awareness Ride

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If a vehicle is observed speeding three times by a Speedwatch team, then the vehicle owner receives a visit by a uniformed police officer delivering a third letter. We know from feedback that these letters largely work. Local residents have told volunteers that the receipt of a letter definitely reminds them to be aware of observing limits. A small minority of course do ignore the police reminders and in our area three police visits have had to be made this year to date. In our last article we mentioned our need for new volunteers. Our watches always need a minimum team of three persons. Unless that number is available, the watch cannot run. Speedwatch is a community initiative in cooperation with the police to educate the driving public in the interests of road safety for all users, not just those driving vehicles. If our community is still concerned about speeding traffic please help to keep Speedwatch running by volunteering a few hours each week. If you would like to join us or just want further information on Speedwatch, please contact us on csw.meldreth@btinternet.com.

Speedwatch Speedwatch in Meldreth has operated continuously since 2003, just as in many other South Cambridgeshire villages. Our spring to summer season runs from February to the end of July, subject to weather and the availability of our Duringvolunteers.thatperiod

Graham Borgonon Meldreth Speedwatch Team

nearly 5400 vehicles passed though our watches, of which 9% were violating the 30mph village speed limit by travelling at 35 mph or above. That is a small improvement on previous years. The police contact drivers of such vehicles by letter to politely remind them to keep to the statutory limit. These letters are sent for up to two violations.

Courier Fraud: A Reminder

It's been a couple of years since we warned about ‘courier fraud’ scams, where fraudsters pose as a police officer or bank official to persuade their victims to hand over large amounts of cash or high value items. These scams still occur and victims of courier fraud typically tend to be between the ages of 70 to 89 years old, with women more likely to be targeted than men. Even if you don't think that you would fall victim to this kind of scam, if you are in a caring or supportive role to people in this group then looking out for warning signs or talking to them about these scams could help prevent them from becoming a victim.

Courier fraud usually starts with an unsolicited telephone call requesting that the victim withdraws cash or purchases high value items for collection by a courier, or transfers money to a 'safe' account.

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You can contact Neighbourhood Watch by phoning Graham on the above number, or by emailing nhw.meldreth@btinternet.com.

Fraudsters claim that this is part of an 'undercover investigation' so they shouldn't tell anyone what they are doing. Fraudsters may request that the victim ends the call and calls their bank for confirmation, but the fraudsters keep the line open and pose as bank officials. The police will never request that you transfer money to another account or send someone to your home to collect cash or valuables. If you receive an unexpected call, you should verify that you are speaking to someone genuine by hanging up and calling back on a number you know is correct on a different telephone. If it's not possible to use a different telephone, wait for five or more minutes and ensure that there is a dialling tone before dialling. If you think you have fallen victim to a scam, protect your money by contacting your bank immediately on a different telephone from the one the scammer contacted you on, and report the scam to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or visit Ifwww.actionfraud.police.uk.you'renotsurewhethersomething is a scam, you can talk to one of the trusted contacts in Meldreth: Graham (01763) 260358 Linda (01763) 261405 Peter (01763) 260323 Tim (01763) 262801

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In Praise Of … … Plums

Heat oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Butter and line a 20 x 30cm baking tin with baking paper. Put the butter, sugar and ground almonds into a food processor, then pulse until the mixture resembles very rough breadcrumbs. Spoon out half the mix into a bowl and set Addaside.140g flour into the mix in the processor and whizz until it just forms a dough. Tip into the tin and press down with the back of a spoon. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden. Leave to cool for 10 minutes.

Ingredients 250g pack butter (this must be very cold) 225g caster sugar 300g ground almond 140g plain flour, plus 25g 2 eggs 1 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp baking powder 6 Victoria plums , stoned and cut into sixths 50g flaked almond Method

To make the filling, put the remaining butter and the sugar and almond mix back into the processor, saving a few tablespoons for the topping. Add the eggs, the 25g flour, cinnamon and baking powder and whizz to a soft batter. Spread over the base.

This month we showcase plums, which are closely related to greengages, damsons and sloes. Of plums proper, some are red, some orange, purple or black and they are jam-packed with fundamental nutrients, minerals, cancer prevention agents, and fibre. You can eat plums fresh or dried and they are in season from August through to October.

Plum & Almond Crumble Slice Prep:15 mins Cook:1 hour and 5 mins

4 large beetroot (about 500g), peeled, ends trimmed and spiralised into thick noodles 1 tbsp olive oil

3 eggs 1 tsp baking powder

Put the sugar, butter, flour, ground hazelnuts, eggs and baking powder into a large bowl and beat with a wooden spoon or electric hand mixer for 1-2 mins, until smooth and light. Stir in the chopped plums and chocolate, then tip into the prepared cake tin and smooth the top. Arrange the halved plums over the top of the mixture, pressing them down lightly, then scatter over hazelnuts. Bake for 40-50 mins until the top is golden and the cake feels firm to the touch. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then turn out, remove the paper and cool on a wire rack. Heat the jelly, then brush over the top of the cake before serving.

Roasted Beetroot, Plum and Pecan Salad Prep:15 mins Cook: 15 mins

Top with the plum pieces and a little extra caster sugar and cinnamon. Bake for 20 minutes, then sprinkle with the remaining crumble mix and flaked almonds. Cook for another 20 minutes or until golden. Leave to cool in the tin before slicing.

175g butter , plus extra for greasing 500g Victoria plums 175g light muscovado sugar 175g self-raising flour 175g ground hazelnuts

Ingredients

2 tbsp redcurrant, damson or plum jelly

50g dark chocolate (70 per cent cocoa), chopped 2 tbsp hazelnuts

Plum, Hazelnut and Chocolate Cake Prep: 25 mins Cook:50 mins

Ingredients

Method Heat oven to 180°C/fan 160°C/gas 4. Butter and line the base of a round 20cm cake tin. Halve and stone four plums, set aside for later, then roughly chop the remaining plums.

For the dressing

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4 ripe plums (about 200g), cut into wedges 60g pecans, toasted and roughly chopped small pack mint, leaves picked, some reserved for garnish

1½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil tbsp red wine vinegar tbsp pomegranate molasses Method

Heat oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas 6. Toss the spiralised beetroot in the olive oil and some seasoning in a roasting tin, then spread out into an even layer. Roast for 15 minutes until tender. While the beetroot is roasting, combine the dressing ingredients together in a jug with a little seasoning. To assemble the salad, toss the rest of the ingredients in the roasting tin with the cooked beetroot and dressing. Serve on a sharing platter, garnished with a few reserved mint leaves.

Jane O’Hagan

Parish Office, Meldreth Sheltered Scheme, Elin Way, Royston SG8 6LT Office hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12.30-2.30pm By appointment at other times

Cllr Nick Garner (01763) 268328 nickphgarner@gmail.com

Meldreth Parish Council

Cllr Roger James (Vice Ch.) (01763) 261085 roger+pc@rogerjames.net

Cllr Nigel Pellatt (01763) 260909 nppellatt@btconnect.com

Cllr Adam Bostanci 07400 236329 adambostanci@gmail.com

Parish Clerk: Mrs J Damant Assistant Clerk: Mrs Sally Walmesley (01763) 269928 parishclerk@meldreth-pc.org.uk

Cllr Alan Land (01763) 261004 conradland@btinternet.com

Meldreth Parish Council - Contact Details http://www.meldreth-pc.org.uk

Cllr R Goddin (Chairman) (01763) 260061 goddin@btinternet.com

Cllr Helen Meridew 07787 734973 helenmeridew@gmail.com

vacant Dust Free Wood Floor Sanding & Restoration Is your Wooden Floor in need of Sanding? Call today on 01223 863 632 Please quote “Meldreth Mag” Denny Lodge Business Park, Ely Road, Chittering Help with Selecting a computer Advice & Installation of Home Networks Fault Finding PC Repairs Brian Girling 01223 208529 (Wimpole) E-mail bg@moncraft.co.uk We can also provide the following services: Design of brochures, posters, business cards, etc. A4/A3 laminating • A4 comb-Binding Small print runs on A6 to A3 media

Cllr Joan Fallon (01763) 262822 joan.fallon@btinternet.com

There was no meeting of the Parish Council in August. The next meeting will be held on Thursday 1st September 2022 at 7.30pm.

Meldreth Parish www.meldreth-pc.org.ukCouncil

Planning Matters Parish Council

Refusal to discharge the following condition: Submission of details required by conditions 9 (Landscaping) and 27 (Fire hydrant plan) of planning permission S/1502/17/FL.

Full details may be viewed on the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning website: https://applications.greatercambridgeplanning.org/online-applications.

The Meldreth Matters Team Ref. & Address Decision

The information below has been taken from the unapproved minutes of the planning meeting on 7th July. The minutes of the Planning Meetings on 7th April and 4th August were not available at the time of going to press. Meeting minutes, when available, may be viewed on the Parish Council’s website, www.meldreth-pc.org.uk.

Refusal of the details submitted regarding details required by condition 21 (Highway) of planning permission S/1502/17/FL

Some recent decisions are listed below.

For full details of the above SCDC decisions, please see the decision letters on the Greater Cambridge Shared Planning website: S/1502/17/FLYard,Building,Formerhttps://applications.greatercambridgeplanning.org/online-applicationsGocoldStationHighStreet Ref. and Address Details PC Decision 18 North 22/02136/FULEnd

Erection of single story dwelling with associated hard and soft existingdemolitionfollowinglandscaping,theofgarage. Recommended refusal with comments: Meldreth Planning Committee believe the development to be too close to the neighbouring property at 22 North End and that this would set up a precedent of backfilling which is not a feature of this part of the village.

SCDC Decisions

Approval of the details submitted regarding details required by condition 17 (construction - Airborne Dust) of planning permission S/1502/17/FL

South Cambridgeshire District Council has now created a ‘Cost of Living’ webpage which is constantly updated and seeks to include all known support information in one place. This will be replicated in the September issue of the SCDC Magazine. The webpage includes general advice and support providers, financial help and household grants, childcare, health, food and travel cost support, energy advice and support and home improvements. Please visit and have a read through the information: www.scambs.gov.uk/ SCDCcost-of-living-support.isintheprocess

of setting up a ‘warm places’ scheme for the colder months, with publicly accessible warm space. It doesn’t have the capacity to run these in-house, nor in every village. At the time of writing, SCDC is tendering a service through the voluntary sector and we will share further information when we have it. Locally, the Melbourn Hub with its library and other services, is a publicly available space.

Meldreth Winter Emergency Food Bank MCCS, the Meldreth Coronavirus Community Support Group, is now re-convening to meet the ‘cost of living crisis’. To begin with, it will be opening a new Meldreth Winter Emergency Food Bank for the Meldreth community, run on a voucher system and with support from SCDC. This will be operated once per week at the Elin Way Sheltered Housing Room, with an aim to start the scheme in November. More information will be given in the October issue of Meldreth Matters.

The very poor state of Meldreth High Street and the junction of Station Road and Whitecroft Road has been a blight for some time. County Highways will be treating the worst of this stretch with large patching in October, the idea being to bring the road up to the required standard for surface treatment, as is now taking place in Fenny Lane.

Standard procedure means that after patching, the High Street and the Station Road/Whitecroft Road junction will need to be assessed for surface treatment, but together with County Highways’ Head of Maintenance, we are pushing for this to be in next year’s surface

District and County Councillors’ Report

Meldreth High Street Repairs

Cost of Living: Support and Information in One Place

1st Melbourn Guides

Zoom Cuppa

We hold a monthly ‘Zoom Cuppa’ the first Monday of every month from 5.00pm to 6.00pm. Please let us know if you’d like to join. Or we’re happy to talk any time, by telephone, email or in person.

District Councillor Sally Ann Hart, sallyannhart@riskingonpurpose.com, 07791 233303

Volunteering Opportunities

Royston & District Community Transport (RDCT)

RDCT is looking for new volunteer drivers in our area. Please contact them if you have a day or more on weekdays or at weekends to take people to appointments. You will be paid 50p per mile mileage allowance. For more information, call (01763) 245228, email manager@roytrans.co.uk or visit their website, www.roytrans.co.uk.

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47 treatment programme. All of these works only take place in the drier, warmer months of the year.

District Councillor Jose Hales, Josehales@gmail.com, 07703 262649

This Guide unit is full and has a waiting list, so would welcome another adult leader. If you would like to know more, please contact Hilary Marsh on (01763) 261443 or email melbournguides@gmail.com.

Speedwatch is looking for additional volunteers to help with monitoring the speed of vehicles travelling through our village. For more information, see the article on page 37 or contact Speedwatch on csw.meldreth@btinternet.com.

County Councillor Susan van de Ven, susanvandeven5@gmail.com, 07905 325574

The following groups and organisations are looking for volunteers. Meldreth Speedwatch

We are supported by the very useful resources available to all at CPSL Mind (that’s Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Suffolk and Lincolnshire Mind). These resources include common-sense helpful reminders and also telephone numbers and links if you’re worried or anxious and need to talk to someone who can help. See https://www.cpslmind.org.uk/top-tips-self-help-resources or for general queries, please call 0300 303 4363 (9.30am – 5.30pm).

Mobile vaccination centres are still in operation; see the schedule at: https://www.thevaccinators.co.uk.

MCCS was set up to support the Meldreth community during the pandemic. It is still going and is now turning its attention to the ‘cost of living crisis’ - about which there will be more to come in the October issue of Meldreth Matters.

Mental Health and Wellbeing Support

Vaccinations

Our Neighbourhood Zone Leaders

Please remember that our team is always on hand for a friendly chat by phone Our zone leaders’ telephone numbers are below.

Meldreth Coronavirus Community Support

Below is our regular round-up of community support.

Pharmacy Deliveries

If you are choosing to self-isolate and unable to travel to a pharmacy, medication can be delivered directly to you by a number of methods. Please ask your local pharmacists; WELL Melbourn (01763) 260221 or Bassingbourn Pharmacy (01763) 250660 about the services offered. Our coordinator for pharmacy assistance is Nick Garner on 07968 568599.

Kneesworth Road, West Way, Burtons & Fenny Lane: Bev Cottrell 07773 592838 Elin Way and Howard Road: David Hollamby 07732 106828

Local Shops Taking Telephone Orders and Making Deliveries Home delivery is available from Fieldgate (01763) 260737 and Bury Lane (01763) 260418. For Leech & Sons butchers, ring (01763) 260255 to collect outside in the car park behind the shop.

49 Whitecroft Road, Chiswick End, Oakrits, Melrose, Mary’s Way, Westacre: John Crawforth 07595 627684 High Street, Flambards, The Grange, Woolpack Way, Station Yard & Road: Lindsey McCaig 07884 432345 Bell Close and Gables Close: Cathy Walston 07757 086380 North End, Brewery Lane, Malton Lane, Cam Farm: Bev Cottrell 07773 592838 & Ian Mitchell 07726 936635 If you have any other questions, please let us know. County and District Councillors Susan van de Ven, Jose Hales, Sally Ann Hart and all at the MCCS team Phil Clarke and Associates 01223 874 433 pennfarmphysio.com The Most Thorough Clean or it’s Free! Carpet, Upholstery, Leather, Rug & Stone/Tile Cleaning Call today on 01223 863 632 Please quote “Meldreth Mag” Denny Lodge Business Park, Ely Road, Chittering EmailWATERSKIMMINGiPLASTER/PATCHINGCEILINGREPAIRDAMAGEREPAIRARTEXCOVERED0176326052607837645173-iplaster @outlook.com CONTACT FOR FREE QUOTE IAN NORTH END MELDRETH

Village Hall Bookings Julia Moore—meldrethvillagehall@gmail.com or 07403 462198

Lunch Club Nikki & Julie—07599 292327

Meldreth United FC 07930 650036

District Councillors Jose Hales—07703 262649 Sally Ann Hart—07791 233303

Govt.&CouncilsFacilitiesSocieties&ClubsSportChurchChildren Village Directory

Table Tennis Christine Knight—(01763) 261676

Bowls Club Christine Piper Hatch—(01223) 263266

Local History Group (01763) 260129; www.meldrethhistory.org.uk

Village Hall Chairman David Coton—07749 850026 Cycling Group John Rogger—(01763) 260809

Croquet Club Janet Pope—(01763) 248239

Brownies (1st Meldreth) Email: 1stmeldrethbrownies@gmail.com Hartbeeps Kelly@hartbeeps.com

Meldreth Rainbows 1stmeldrethrainbows@gmail.com

District Council Offices 03450 450500; www.scambs.gov.uk/ County Councillor Susan van de Ven—07905 325574 www.susanvandeven.com/ County Council Offices 0345 045 5200; www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/ MP Anthony Browne; www.anthonybrowne.org/

Melwood Cons. Group (01763) 232855; www.melwood.org.uk

Litter Picker Mick Taylor—(01763) 261118

One Stop (01763) 262158, open 7am-10pm, 7 days

Revelation Miriam Skuce—(01763) 262440

Tennis Club (01763) 243376; http://cspark.at/Meldr2

Parish Council Please see details at end of Parish Council report

John Price (Friends) (01763) 260048; www.foht.org.uk Baby & Toddler Group Bridget Rinaldi—bridgetjrinaldi@gmail.com orJulia Moore—07403 462198

Pre– and Primary School (01763) 260432; www.meldreth.cambs.sch.uk

Rev. Mary Price (01763) 261569

Bells Sandra Webb—(01763) 261451

Photographic Group www.melbourn-photographic-club.co.uk

U3A Chris Davison—(01763) 264189

Rev. Lizzie Shipp (01763) 220626; https://allsaintsmelbournholytrinitymeldreth.co.uk

Neighbourhood Watch Graham Borgonon—(01763) 260358

Mind (mental health) 0300 123 3393 (9am-6pm M-F); www.mind.org.uk

Community Transport (01763) 245228; www.roytrans.co.uk

Distribution: Lesley Pemberton 07798586875 and Maggie Smith 260378; Founder: Ann Barnes Meldreth Matters is available online at https://issuu.com/meldrethmatters

Potholes, problems,Highwaysetc. Highways/ReportProblem1.aspxhttp://www2.cambridgeshire.gov.uk/HighwaysReports/orinanemergencytel 0345 045 5212

Melbourn Surgery (01763) 260220

Addenbrooke’s (01223) 245151 NHS 111 (24 hour non-emergency number)

S Cambs Fire & Rescue (01480) 444500; www.cambsfire.gov.uk

Melbourn Hub (01763) 263303; www.melbournhub.com

TransportHealthServicesSupportEmergenciesEmerg.Misc.

Childline 0800 1111 (24 hours)

Non-

Taxi (Butler Meltax) (01763) 244444; 212223 Meldreth Matters Team: Chairman: Lesley Farbridge 261578; Editor & Layout: Kathryn Betts 268428; Proof-reading: Ken McLean 261243; Treasurer, Secretary & Trade Advertising: Beverley Cottrell 262176; Advertising Layout: Richard Burns 263121; Editorial Assistant: Robin Farbridge;

Crimestoppers 0800 555 111; crimestoppers-uk.org Police 101; www.cambs.police.uk Report issues: www.contactcambspolice.uk

Citizens Advice Bureau Cambridge: 0344 848 7979 Royston: 03444 111 444www.citizensadvice.org.uk

Cambridge Water (01223) 706050; www.cambridge-water.co.uk

The Trainline www.thetrainline.com

Home-Start (01763) 262262; www.hsrsc.org.uk

Stagecoach www.stagecoachbus.com/Cambridge

Govia/Great Northern www.thameslinkrailway.com

Melbourn Time Bank (01763) 263303; https://tol2.timebanking.org/melbourn

Samaritans 116 123 (24 hours); www.samaritans.org General Emergency 999 or 112 Gas 0800 111 999 Electricity 0800 783 8838 Anglian Water 03457 145145; www.anglianwater.co.uk

Station Ticket Office Hours: Mon - Fri 7-11.15am, Sat 8.45am - 1.15pm Rail User Group 07905 325574; www.meldrethsheprethfoxtonrail.org.uk

For details of village groups & facilities see the Meldreth Today section www.meldrethhistory.org.uk.

Streetlights (faulty) Report on SCDC website. For urgent faults use (01954) 713000 - Mon-Fri, 8am-5.30pm. Out of office hours:(01354) 65432. Give location, fault & SC or CCC no.

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Meldreth Matters, September 2022

Articles inside

Cycling News

Village Directory

Neighbourhood Watch

Speedwatch

In Praise of

Duxford Music Workshop

Devil’s Dyke Morris Men

FOHT Car Show 22, back cover Things to Do in September

MADS 10th Birthday

Rail Updates

Activities for Families

Friends of Holy Trinity