THE PARISH
NEWS
(Sparkford, Weston 8ampfylde and Little Weston) (with Sutton Mantis)
Vo1.2, No.6
November Editor:
Mark Berry, Bridge Cottage, Sparkford,
North
Cad bury
1986
40778
Two into one will go - hopefully. We propose to make the next issue of Parish News a joint December-January number, which will avoid preparing for publication during the busy Christmas period. So, items for this joint issue by November 18th, please.
SPARKFORD
BYPASS
Over 100 people attended the Public Meeting held in the Agricultural Hall on Tuesday 7th. October. The meeting was called by Mr. Cluett for the residents of this Parish to discuss alterations to the published proposal for the A.303 Sparkford by-pass. The suggested alterations were first brought to the attention of the Parish Council at the Public Inquiry and, therefore, Mr. Cluett judged that a consensus of opinion was needed. About three quarters of those who attended were actually residents of the Parish and it was agreed that only they should be entitled to vote. The suggested alterations were put forward by Mr. Tracy, Mr. Watts and Mr. Davies, a District Councillor who represents Castle Cary residents. The main concern of these objectors to the published proposal is to keep the A.359 open through Sparkford thus allowing free access for traffic from local points to the Yeovil and Castle Cary directions. Mrs Cottier spoke for both the published proposal and the published proposal with an amendment: a link onto the A.359 spur from Wolfester Terrace. The conclusion reached by a majority vote was that this Parish wants both the A.303 traffic and the A.359 traffic, other than local traffic, taken away. However, the Parish is concerned that the published route does not take into account local traffic intending to travel to Queen Camel and towards the Yeovil direction and, therefore, supports the published proposal with the Wolfester Terrace link.
SPARKFORD
PARISH COUNCIL
On October 10th. the Parish Council met for the third time that month but this time for its normal monthly meeting. It was with some relief that the meeting heard form Mrs. North that the street lights are now working correctly. The Highway Surveyor has been advised of the pot hole in Church Road opposite the entrance to Ainstey Drive, which appeared following repairs to the water main. Mr. Boyle-Hayward has also been advised of surface water which collects at 'Pensioners Rest' because the water channel has been blocked by tarmac from the recent re-surfacing of Twines Close. Mrs. North remarked on the poor quality of the bin bags and householders are advised to contact the S.S.D.C. direct if they have similar complaints. Possible reinstatement of the stile from Cherry Pie Lane to the Glebe Field was again discussed. When Councillors inspected the field gate at this point following the last meeting they found that it allowed easy access to walkers and it was agreed therefore, that it was not necessary to reinstate the stile. More on stiles: Mr. J. Toop very kindly offered to repair the stile to the footpath running behind the council-built garages off Church Road. Mr. Cluett thanked him warmly on behalf of the Community. It was decided that as a name plate to Ainstey Drive has not yet been erected as it was understood it would be, it would be in order to approach the S.S.D.C. to ask that a sign be erected on the bank between Mr. J. Toop's and Mr. Card's house indicating the direction of Ainstey Drive. Next meeting:
Monday,
3rd November at 7.30 pm. Avril Ward Clerk to the Council
SPARKFORD
PLAYING FIELD ASSOCIATION
The Skittles evening held at the Sparkford Inn on September 24th. (courtesy of Mr. Protheroe) was a great success. It was very well supported by a lot of 'new' as well as 'old' village people. The excellent food was organised by Ann Tuck with the ladies of the Committee and that plus the raffle run by Dolly White realised a profit of ÂŁ67. The Community Programme started erecting the Adventure Playground equipment on Monday 20th. October - we hope the present weather continues, for their sake! Our next function after the 50/50 sale is a bottle stall at the Autumn Fair, when we will also be selling our Christmas card which has been designed by Kathy Bowden. Donations of bottles, etc., please, to Alison Roylance or Helen Brazier. The card also available to order, or after 10th. November from Alison or Sally White.
CHURCH 2nd. November 8.00 a.m. 10.00 a.m. 9th. November 9.30 a.m. 10.55 a.m. 6.30 p.m. 16th. November 9.30 a.m. 11.15 a.m. 6.30 p.m. 23rd. November 9.30 a.m. 11.15 a.m. 6.30 p.m. 30th. November 9.30 a.m. 10.30 a.m. 11..15 a.m. 7th. December 8.00 a.m. 10.00 a.m.
- Trinity 23. - (All Souls Day) Holy Communion Parish Communion - Remembrance Sunday Holy Communion Remembrance Morning Prayer Evening Prayer - Trinity 25 Morning Prayer Holy Communion Evening Prayer - Sunday next before Advent Holy Communion Holy Communion Evening Prayer - Advent 1 Holy Communion Family Service Morning Prayer - Advent 2 Holy Communion Parish Communion
N.B. Sunday School meets in Sparkford Sunday in the month).
Flowers Flower Guild Mrs. Vicars Harris Mrs. Chappell Mrs. Berry Mrs. Yeates Flower Guild
IMPORTANT
Sutton Montis Sparkford
Preb. J. Swingler. Rev. L. Golledge.
Sparkford Sutton Montis Weston Bampfylde
Rev. R. Snowsell. Rev. C. Edmundson. Preb. J. Swingler.
Sparkford Weston Bampfylde Sutton Montis
Mr. R. Dick. Rev. C. Edmundson. Preb. J. Swingler.
Sparkford Sutton Montis Weston Bampfylde
Rev. R. Snowsell. Rev. G. Waldron. Mr. R. Chapman.
Weston Bampfylde Sparkford Sutton Montis
Rev. R. Snowsell. Mrs R. Hoskins. Preb. J. Swingler.
Sutton Montis Weston Bampfylde
Rev. C. Edmundson. Preb. L. Walsh.
Church at 10.30 a.m. every Sunday (except the first
SPARKFORD 2nd. November 9th. November 16th. November 23rd. November 30th. November 7th. December
SERVICES
CHURCH
ROTAS
Cleaning Mrs. J. Snelling & Mrs. J. House. Mrs. Tate & Mrs. Doel. Mrs. Baker & Mrs. North. Mrs. Singer & Mrs. Norris Mrs. Deacon & Mrs. Ridout Mrs. N. Toop & Mrs. March
NOTICE
Sidesmen Mr. N. Toop. Mr. N. Yeates. Mr. G. Chappell. Mrs. J. Chappell. Mr. F. Warren. Weston Bampfylde.
FOR ALL YOUNGSTERS
It's a funny word - Advent - isn't it? We don't hear it very much these days. But it is an exciting word too. So what does it mean? It's exciting because it means that something or someone is coming, something is going to happen. To find out more about what it is and how we can be ready for it, come along to Sparkford Church, 10.30 a.m. on November 30th and all will be revealed. P.S. Mums and Dads and grown
ups are welcome
too!
SPARKFORD
CHURCH
The joint Harvest evensong on Friday, 26th. September, saw a full church, some excellent singing, and a thought-provoking address from the Rev. R. Snowsell. The St. Dunstan's Singers, under their conductor Roger Bevan sang Stanford's arrangement of the 150th Psalm and Elgar's anthem 'Fear not, 0 land.' As usual the church was beautifully decorated with flowers, fruit and vegetables. After the service most of the company repaired to the Parish Hall where a sumptuous buffet awaited, with entertainment by a group of our younger friends. The Sunday morning communion service was conducted by the Rev. Guy Bennett, and the sale of produce on the Tuesday evening by Mr. Herbert Hoskins. Our thanks are due to all who helped to make the weekend such a great success spiritually, socially and financially. Mrs Paula Bryant and Mrs Gill Lawson, who have given up so much of their time to lead the Sunday School, will, unfortunately, be unable to continue with this work after Christmas. We are most grateful to them for all the time and effort they have put in, but their going does mean that we shall be looking for someone to take over from them. Anyone who feels that they could help in this very valuable work is asked to get in touch with either Paula or Gill or one of the Churchwardens.
WESTON BAMPFYlDE
HARVEST
The Harvest thanksgiving celebrations at Weston Bampfylde were most successful. The church was beautifully decorated and was full for the thanksgiving service on the Sunday. Afterwards we met in the hall for coffee and biscuits. On Monday night the sale was well attended and a marvellous amount of produce made £50 for church funds. Thanks to all who decorated the church and gave for the sale. Also to those who provided the coffee, to Prebendary Lionel Walsh who took the service and to Herbert Hoskins who auctioned the produce.
SUTTON MONTIS
NEWS
Sutton Montis Harvest supper took place in the Village Hall on 22nd September. It provided a cheerful evening and a delicious supper. The Rev. C. Edmundson was good enough to attend and Mrs Spencer's Christmas cake was auctioned. The proceeds came to £122, and those from the evening party at the Priest's House in July to £101. The Sutton Montis Church Christmas Bazaar will be held in the Village Hall on Saturday 22nd. November from 12 noon to 3.30 p.m. There will be a raffle and Christmas presents to bring and buy. Hot snacks will be available, so come for lunch. Mrs Hunter at the Priest's House, Sutton Montis, has a lot of surplus garden plants. If anyone is starting a garden or needs some extra plants and would give a contribution to church funds, would they please get in touch.
AUTUMN
FAIR
Don't miss the Autumn Fair, November 15th., Agricultural Hall, Sparkford Inn, 2.30 p.m. There will be stalls of all kinds, games, competitions, teas, etc., in fact, something for everyone. Buy your Christmas presents here and save the travelling. Two items in particular for the younger folk: Children's Art Competition - Mrs. Kathy Bowden, 2 Meadow Cottages, Weston Bampfylde (North Cadbury 40485) has the details, and Children's Cake Competition (5 Fairy cakes, iced and decorated) - Mrs. Chris Longman, Carlian, Church Road Sparkford (North Cadbury 40650) knows all about this one. Good prizes for each. Of course, you will all be at the Skittles evening, Thursday 13th. November, Sparkford Inn, 7.30 p.rn.. won't you? Proceeds of both events to Sparkford and Weston Bampfylde Churches and Sparkford Parish Hall.
SPARKFORD
PARISH HAll
Sparkford Parish Hall Management Committee are pleased to announce that they have won the Best Run Village Hall Competition for halls over 35 years old (South Somerset area) and also were runners-up for the whole district in the same category. Congratulations!
QUEEN CAMEL MINI DAY CENTRE Queen Camel Mini Day Centre was founded in 1978 by the Social Services Department with the co-operation and help of Dr. Scott, Dr. Nicolson and Dr. Winston at the Health Centre where it currently operates. Though Social Services provide finance for the Mini Day Centre, it is actually run by volunteers, one of whom will be known to many of you - Mrs. Totsy Edwards who lives at Sparkford. Transport to the Centre is provided by Yeovil and District Council for Voluntary Service who bring in the elderly people from the surrounding countryside at about 10.30 a.m. and take them home at about 3.30 p.m. Between ten and twelve elderly people come each week and very much enjoy the friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In addition to having a hot mid-day meal they enjoy conversation, games and craft and go out on regular trips which are funded by money raised by sales of work and by a regular weekly raffle. Fresh volunteers are needed at the moment, and will be very welcome to come along to the Mini Day Centre to see how it works. Please contact Nigel Engert at Social Services, Yeovil, on Yeovil 22111 or Mrs. Totsy Edwards on North Cadbury 40762.
CUB'S CHAT Following our Autumn Bazaar at which the Cubs and Scouts enjoyed running the stalls, we are planning a Hallowe'en party for 27th. October. All the traditional activities of apple ducking, apple snapping and other ghostly games will be played. We have invited the Ditcheat Cubs to join uS on this occasion. Our Guy Fawkes Bonfire party on 5th. November will be held at Parsonage Farm, South Barrow, and a competition for the 'Best Guy' will be held. We have a team of 8 Cubs entered in the District Cross Country Run at Hazlegrove School on 9th. November and hope to do well. On the 24th November we travel to Yeovil for a joint Pack Meeting with the Holy Trinity Cub Pack, which we are all looking forward to. Our new Beaver Colony will start in January - details from the new Beaver Leader, Mrs. Ann Tuck, of Manor Close, Sparkford.
IN BRIEF In the recent house-to-house collection for the R.S.P.C.A. Mrs Roma Deacon collected £45.50; the Society are very grateful to all who gave so generously. And the collection by Mrs Rose March and Mrs Renee Toop in aid of the Deep Sea Fishermen realised £57. Again thanks to all who gave so generously. The jumble sale on October 11th raised £21 for Sparkford Church funds. Sparkford Parish Hall bingo on 11th October realised nearly £40 for Hall funds. The mobile library now calls fortnightly in Sparkford; see the notice in the Post Office for details.
November 1st 3rd 13th 15th 22nd 27th 29th
29th
DATES FOR YOUR DIARY
50/50 sale, Sparkford Parish Hall, 6.00 p.m. Sparkford Playing Field Association Sparkford Parish Council, Committee Room, Sparkford Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m. Skittles evening at the Sparkford Inn, 7.30 p.m. Autumn Fair, Agricultural Hall, Sparkford Inn, 2.30 p.m. (see separate announcement) Grand Christmas Hall bingo, Sparkford Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m. Coach trip to Bristol for Christmas shopping. Leaves Twines Close 9.15 a.m.. returns Twines Close 3.30 p.rn. Fare £1.50. Enquiries to Gwenda North, 57 Church Road (North Cadbury 40489) Coffee morning at Mr & Mrs Barrie Longman's, Carlian, Church Road, Sparkford, in aid of the 'Wincanton Handicap Group', with a Bring and buy stall and Cake stall, 10.30 a.m. to 12 noon. Your support will be much appreciated for this very worthy cause. N.S.P.C.C. Christmas bingo. Sparkford Parish Hall. 7.30 p.m.
December 5th 6th 6th 10th 13th 15th 20th 22nd
Sutton Montis Village Hall Christmas Party and 100 Club £50 draw for December winner. Tickets restricted and in advance - £2.50 from Eileen Cornish. To avoid disappointment. apply early! Evergreen Club Christmas Lunch. Sparkford Parish Hall Christmas bingo in aid of the 59 Trust. Sparkford Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m. South Cadbury Parish Council meeting Evergreen Christmas bingo, Sparkford Parish Hall. 7.30 p.m. Cubs and Scouts Christingle Service, Sparkford Church, 7.00 p.m. Sparkford Playing Field Association Christmas bingo. Sparkford Parish Hall, 7.30 p.m. Cubs and Scouts Carol singing in Sparkford
HELP! Tree lovers one and all, please help me to survive, Firmly planted in a briar hedge, fielders and children play near-by. Soon once again that dreaded noise I'll hear, chopping and cutting, nearer & nearer, Please see my ribbon and stop right there, let this English oak grow strong & high. P.S. I am located in the Brains Lane/Cricket field boundary.
Dutch apple cake
THIS MONTH'S
RECIPE
A good way of using up all those apples left over from the Harvest sale. Can be served warm as a pud or cold as a gorgeously gooey cake! The Dough: Mix together 50z S.R. Flour, 5 oz. Plain flour, 50z brown sugar and rub in 40z Margarine. Add 1 beaten egg (reserving a little to glaze the top of the cake). If the dough is too dry add a little milk, but the dough should not be sticky. The Filling: Peel, core and slice 11/21bs apples and let the slices drop into the juice of a lemon. Add 30z. sultanas, 50z. brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cornflour, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon cloves. Line a greased 8 inch baking tin (one with a removeable base is best) witthhe greater part of the dough. Pour in the apple mixture, cover with the rest of the dough and brush with the reserved egg, to which some milk may be added. Bake at 375 deg. F (190 deg. C) for about 1 hour. Rose Hoskins
SERVICES,
FOR SALE AND WANTED
Brenda and Jenny: caterers for weddings. parties, etc. Floral arrangements and special dietary needs on request; also crockery and cutlery for hire (no charge if we cater for you). Yeovil 79787.