The Parish News Vol.1 No.11 April 1986

THE PARISH NEWS (Sparkford, Weston Bampfylde and Little Weston) (with Sutton Montis)

Vo1.1, No.11

April 1986

Editor: Mark Berry, Bridge Cottage, Sparkford, North Cadbury 40778

As you will see from reports included in this issue, it appears that it will be some considerable time before we once again have a minister directly responsible for our churches. Fears have been expressed that folk in hospital or at home will not be visited or receive the attention that they might otherwise expect. We can only repeat what we said in our September 1985 issue: if you know of anyone who is ill, at home or in hospital, or who would appreciate a visit for any reason at all, or who would like to receive Communion at home, please contact any of the Churchwardens (or the editor of Parish News) and arrangements will be made without delay. The Churchwardens are:

SPARKFORD: WESTON BAMPFYlDE: SUTTON MONTIS:

Mr Mr Mr Mr Mr Mr

F. Warren, 61 Church Road, Sparkford. North Cadbury 40578.

G. Chappell, The Windles, Twines Close, Sparkford. North Cadbury 40522.

A. Hoskins, Springfields, Weston Bampfylde. North Cadbury 40026.

H. Bishop, Middle Farm. Weston Bampfylde. North Cadbury 40246.

B. Rainey, Sutton Farm, Sutton Montis. Corton Denham 246.

M. Biggs, Washing Pool Cottage, Sutton Montis. North Cadbury 40339.

Items for the next issue by April 18th, please.

SPARKFORD

PARISH COUNCIL

At the March meeting of the Parish Council the decision by the Department of the Environment to allow the appeal in respect of a suggested cul-de-sac development at Anstey Orchard was discussed. Several Parishioners have expressed concern that a representative of the Parish Council, and in particular, the Chairman, was not invited to be present when the Department inspected the site before coming to its decision. It was agreed that this should be investigated and a strong protest be registered.

The litter bin for the site at 'Pensioners Rest' will be delivered shortly when preparations to replace the seat can go ahead.

The Parish Council is concerned that repairs to the bridge at Weston Bampfylde will not be completed until 18th April at the earliest. The County Surveyor is to be asked if the work can be speeded up by the lengthening of the working day.

The matter of the broken kerbstones at the field entrance by Sparkford Church is also to be reported to the County Surveyor.

Councillor Mrs Gwenda North agreed to continue observance of certain street lights for faults.

Concern was expressed that a mature lime tree had been felled in the cricket field without either the knowledge or permission of the Parish Council, who are Trustees of the ground. It was agreed to make enquiries and, meanwhile, to order two large lime trees to replace the felled one.

Following discussion, it was generally agreed that it would be a waste of Ratepayers' money to take up the offer

by Somerset County Council to all Parish Councils of a free copy of the County's minutes. This is especially so as our County Councillor, Mrs Barbara Cottier, always keeps us up to date with County news and will always make available her copy of the minutes to the Parish Council if asked.

The South Somerset District Council is investigating the overflow of sewage which affects some properties in Manor Close.

Mr Cluett expressed the appreciation of the Council and the Parish for the kind offer of help from the Sparkford Young Farmers in their 'Operation Springclean 86'. It was suggested that as the Sparkford Copse Trust is looking for help to clear large items of accumulated rubbish from the copse, this offer should be passed on to them.

A complaint of water flowing over the road at Mr King-Brain's farm at little Weston is to be referred to the Divisional Highway Surveyor.

Next meeting of the Parish Council: Tuesday, 1st April, but all Parishioners are reminded that our Annual Parish Meeting is on Friday, 4th April at 7.30 p.m. in the Parish Hall. Everyone is warmly invited, so please come.

Avril Ward Clerk to the Council

CHURCH SERVICES 6th. April - Easter 1.

8.00 a.m.

Holy Communion 10.00 a.m.

Holy Communion (joint) 13th Apri I - Easter 2.

9.30 a.m.

Holy Communion 11.15 a.m.

Morning Prayer 6.30 p.m.

Evening Prayer 20th April - Easter 3.

9.30 a.m.

Morning Prayer 11.15 a.m.

Morning Prayer 6.30 p.m.

Evening Prayer 27th April - Easter 4.

9.30 a.m.

Holy Communion 11.15 a.m.

Holy Communion 6.30 p.m.

Evening Prayer 4th May - Easter 5. Rogation Sunday.

8.00 a.m.

Holy Communion 10.00 a.m.

Holy Communion (joint)

Sutton Montis Weston Bampfylde

Rev. R. Snowsell Canon M. Raikes

Sparkford Sutton Montis Weston Bampfylde

Rev. L. Golledge Rev. G. Waldron Mr. E. King

Sparkford Weston Bampfylde Sutton Montis

Rev. R. Snowsell Rev. L. Golledge Mrs. R. Hoskins

Sparkford Sutton Montis Weston Bampfylde

Rev. L. Golledge Rev. R. Snowsell Mr. C. Hemborough

Sutton Montis Sparkford

Rev. R. Snowsell Rev. R. Snowsell

SPARKFORD CHURCH ROTAS ApI. 6th ApI. 13th ApI. 20th ApI. 27th May 4th

Flowers.

Flower Guild Mrs. Dick Mrs. Brown Mrs. Cottier Flower Guild

SOUTH Preachers appointed 6th. 6.30 p.m.

13th 6.30 p.m.

20th 6.30 p.m.

27th 3.00 p.m.

Cleaning.

Mrs. Doddington & Mrs. J. Toop Mrs. Hemborough & Mrs. Card Mrs. White & Mrs. House Mrs. Tate & Mrs. Doel Mrs. Baker & Mrs. North

BARROW

METHODIST

Sidesmen.

Weston Bampfylde Mrs. C. Longman Mrs. G. North Mr. F. Card Mr. N. Toop

CHURCH

for Apri I 1986 Mr. David Burton Rev. W.A. Holden Mr. M. At yeo Rev. Raymond Sargent (Family Service)

SPARKFORD

CHURCH

At the Annual Meeting of the Parochial Church Council it was agreed that. during the next year or so, while uncertainty as to the future of our Church remains, there should be no major changes in personnel or policy.

Considerable progress had been made in the past year: the Church had been completely redecorated, the tower roof had been repaired, and more graves had been lowered in the churchyard, in addition to the normal care and maintenance programme.

It was with great regret that the Council received the resignation of Mr. Reg Hemborough, and also of Chris Hemborough, but welcomed the appointment of Messrs David Ham and Trevor Tuck.

An estimate for improving the Church path, by replacing the flagstones with non-slip-surfaced slabs was received: further estimates will be sought for this work.

The possibility of a more regular family service was discussed, and the Churchwardens agreed to talk to the Sunday School teachers about this idea.

Some concern was expressed about the lack of visiting, at home or in hospital, while we have no Rector, but it was pointed out that, if and when such a need arose, the Churchwardens would be only too willing to arrange whatever was required.

It was also agreed to send a letter to Mr. Alan Hoskins in appreciation of the work he has done, and is doing, in arranging services.

PASTORAL

RE-ORGANIZATION

The meeting of combined Parochial Councils on March 7th in Sparkford Church was well attended. The Archdeacon of Wells and the Rural Dean explained the proposals for the future of our three churches. Stripped of the legal verbiage, and expressed as simply as possible, these were: 1.

2.

3.

A New benefice would be created, consisting of the parishes of Queen Camel, West Camel, Corton Denham, Sparkford, Weston Bampfylde and Sutton Mantis.

The incumbent of the new benefice would be the Rector of Queen Camel.

The new benefice would be in the Deanery of Merston, which includes Yeovil and district and is based on East Coker.

There followed a lengthy discussion promised to take note of. These were: 1.

2.

session, from which

emerged two

major points,

which

the Archdeacon

It was felt very strongly that the new benefice should form part of the Cary Deanery.

There was a strong feeling that Carton Denham would be better placed in the group of churches based on Mudford.

Among other points put forward was the possibility of a larger grouping of churches with a team ministry.

No time schedule could be given, as the legal requirements were many and complex, and objections could be raised at all stages, but it would appear that we need to think in terms of years rather than months.

SPARKFORD

PLAYING

FIELD ASSOCIATION

The Association wishes to express its appreciation of the work of Mrs Brenda Pay, in organising her Wool Sales, resulting in a profit of £18.75 for the Playing Field Fund.

If you have any photographs of old Sparkford - places or people - which you think might be suitable for incorporating into Greeting Cards, do get in touch with Alison Roylance at Joss Cottage, Church Road (Tel. North Cadbury 40577).

Here's something not to be missed: a concert by the Bradford Abbas Variety Players, in the Parish Hall, Saturday 19th April, at 7.30 p.m. Admission £1.50, to include coffee and biscuits. In aid of Playing Field Funds.

SUTTON

MONTIS

CHURCH

Since Christmas Mrs Leyshon has taken over the brass-cleaning in Sutton Mantis Church, from Mrs Spencer, who had carried on for over 40 years. We are most grateful to them both, and thankful that the tradition is being so faithfully kept by Mrs Leyshon.

There will be a Parochial Church Council meeting at Sutton Mantis Village Hall on Monday, 7th April 1986, at 7.30 p.m.

SUTTON

MONTIS

VILLAGE

HALL

Forthcoming events: Monday, April 14th, at 7.00 p.m. Annual General Meeting, followed by a Wine and Cheese Party and the 100 Club March and April £10 draws.

Friday, May 16th, at 7.30 p.m. Spring Party and the 100 Club end of the financial year £50 draw.

SOUTH

CADBURY

PARISH COUNCIL

Wednesday, 24 December 1985, at South Cad bury: Grants to PCCs for churchyard maintenance: a grant of £25 each was voted to the PCCs of South Cadbury and Sutton Mantis for the financial year 1985-86, with future grants to be considered annually.

W.H. Davis, Esq., Sutton Mantis: the Parish Council noted with regret the passing of Mr W.H. Davies, a former Parish Clerk, paid tribute to his life and service to the Parish and expressed condolences to his widow and family.

Wednesday, 26 February 1986, at Sutton Mantis: The provision of main sewerage and Old Peoples' Bungalows in South Cadbury were discussed. Both matters are proceeding and will be pursued.

Brodie lea Parish Clerk

IN BRIEF The Jumble sale on March 1st raised the sum of £45 for Sparkford Church Funds.

The Coffee morning held on the 8th March in aid of the Sparkford Copse Trust realised £35.50 in cash, and £40 in subscriptions from new members. Meanwhile, some felling of dead wood has been carried out in the Copse, and new planting of young oaks is proceeding.

The Parish Hall Easter bingo on the 8th March resulted in a profit of £35 for Hall funds.

There have been increasing instances of 'dog-fouling' in parts of Sparkford. All members of the village, whether dog-owners, dog-lovers or dog-haters, are asked to help to eradicate this nuisance.

Some members of our community have recently had spells in hospital. We are pleased to report that Mrs Groves, Mrs Dolly White and Mrs Mollie Warren are all making good progress, and we wish them a speedy return to full health. Please do let me know of anyone you would like to be mentioned.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY APRIL 2nd.

4th.

7th.

9th.

11th.

12th.

14th.

17th.

17th.

19th.

23rd.

26th.

South Cadbury Annual Parish Meeting, South Cadbury Playing Field Pavilion, 7.30 p.m.

Sparkford Annual Parish Meeting, Sparkford Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m.

Sutton Montis Parochial Church Council, in the Village Hall, 7.30 p.m.

Coffee morning in aid of Evergreen Club, 17 Church Road (Mrs Fox). 10.30 a.m. - 12 noon. Bring and Buy stall.

Coffee evening at Bridge Cottage (Vera and Mark Berry). 7.00 p.rn.. with Bring and buy stall and raffle.

Proceeds to Parish Hall funds.

Sparkford Parish Hall Bingo, 7.30 p.m.

Sutton Montis Village Hall Annual General Meeting, 7.00 p.m.

Evergreen, 2.00 p.m. Hilary's Wool Sale.

Skittles evening at Sparkford Inn, 7.30 p.m. Food and Bar. £1.50. In aid of Sparkford Church. Names to Chris and Barrie Longman, please.

Concert by the Bradford Abbas Variety Players, Sparkford Parish Hall (see separate announcement).

Coffee morning at 57 Church Road (Mr & Mrs North). 10.30 a.m. - 12 noon. Bring and buy stall. In aid of the R.S.P.CA Evergreen Bingo, Sparkford Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m.

MAY 2nd.

8th.

10th.

16th.

17th.

Sparkford Parish Hall Annual General Meeting, in the Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m.

Ascension Day. South Barrow Methodist Church Anniversary Service Sparkford Parish Hall Bingo, 7.30 p.m.

Sutton Montis Village Hall Spring Party, 7.30 p.m.

Sparkford Church Flower Guild Coffee morning, Grey Gables, Church Road, 10.30 a.m. - 12 noon.

THIS MONTH'S

RECIPE

Ginger Cake.

Ingredients.

40z cooking fat 40z black treacle Boz plain flour 1 level teaspn. bicarbonate

2 or 3 level teaspns. ground 1 level teaspn. mixed spice 40z golden syrup of soda

40z brown

ginger

1/2 teaspn. salt 2 eggs 6 tablespoons milk

sugar

Method Melt the fat treacle and syrup in a pan, allow to cool slightly, and pour into a bowl containing the dry ingredients. Add the beaten eggs and the warmed milk and mix thoroughly.

Pour the mixture into a greased, lined loaf tin and cook in a moderate oven (325°F, 160°C) for 1 hour. Cool in the tin for at least 15 minutes before turning out on to a wire tray. Leave for 1 day before cutting.

If the mixture is doubled, put into 2 tins and placed in the oven side by side, two cakes can be cooked using the same amount of electricity.

Betty Toop

HOUSEHOLD

HINTS

FROM GRANDMA'S

JOTTINGS

For removing odours from cutlery used for strong smelling foods such as kippers, first rinse quickly under cold tap then wipe with a cloth dipped in neat vinegar. The cutlery can then be washed in the usual way with other dishes.

CUCKOOS When coltsfoot withers and begins to wear Long silver locks instead of golden hair, And fat red catkins from black poplars fall And on the ground like caterpillars crawl, And bracken lifts up slender arms and wrists And stretches them, unfolding sleepy fists, The cuckoos in a few well-chosen words Tell they give Easter eggs to the small birds.

Andrew Young

STOP PRESS Confirmation classes will be starting during April. Anyone interested Cadbury 40578) as soon as possible.

We are pleased to report that our Postmistress, Pam Hoare, is recovering and fractured her left elbow.

should

contact

Mr

F. Warren

well after her fall, when

(North

she dislocated