Volume 33
Issue 11
DECEMBER 2016/ JANUARY 2017
The Eagle Newsletter from Yarnscombe Note from the Editors We’d like to offer our congratulations to Kelvin and Gemma of the Sparks on the safe arrival of their little boy, Harry, during October.
Halloween around the village was amazing. So many people decorated their houses with pumpkins, ghosts and ghouls – it looked spook-tacular!!! The Youth Group have asked us to pass on their huge thanks to those of you who were kind enough to “treat” them with loads of goodies when they went out on Halloween. It was tremendous to see about 20 children “trick or treating” in one group. It was definitely easier for the group and you, the residents. Thank you.
………… and thank you to everyone in Yarnscombe. Without your continued support and articles The Eagle wouldn’t continue to change and evolve as it has during 2016. Let’s hope that we can continue to improve during 2017. And, on that note, can we take this opportunity of wishing you all a
Merry Christmas
(and we’ll see you in January).
Pat, Sharron & Stephen
and a Prosperous New Year
Useful Information Police 101 Non-Emergency
Torrington Health Centre
01805 622247
Textphone 18001 101 for the deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired
Castle Garden Surgery North Devon Hospital
01805 623222 01271 322577
Emergencies 999
Torrington Dental Practice
01805 623657
Out of hours service call 111. To help you find the right care to meet your needs including the Devon Doctors Service Community Support Officer. PFCSO Sandra Brown. email: sandra.brown@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk
Castle Hill Dental Practice Vet—Torbridge Torrington Library Barnstaple Library
01805 625837 01805 622100 01805 622107 01271 388593
Crimestoppers 0800 555111
Ring and Ride
01237 423232
Team Vicar Rev Mike Clark 01769 560870 Methodist Minister Rev Robert Hurley 01271 344682
Western Power Distribution 105 Emergencies Only (Power Cuts)
Parish Council Parish Councillor – Chairman Parish Council Clerk Parish Councillor Parish Councillor Parish Councillor Parish Councillor Parish Councillor Parish Councillor
Village Clubs Chris Brice
01271 858297
Martina Dymond Dan Farr (Snow Warden) Denys Cooke Richard Pengilley Paul Williams Harold Martin Rachel Stephens
01769 560049 01769 560483
Badminton and Bowls Church Warden Harracott WI Secretary Ladies Skittles Men’s Skittles Youth Group
01271 858270 01769 560783 01769 561178 01769 561214 07715 633311
Jay Shaw
01769 560804
Anne Prowse Beryl Sellwood
01769 560014 01769 560219
Margaret Crocker Mike Avery Sharon Dixon
01769 560714 01805 624834 01769 560406
Village Website: www.yarnscombe.org.uk
Village Hall & Social Club Committee Chairman Vice Chairman/Social Club
Richard Purchase Mike Avery
purchase487@btinternet.com maveryjk@aol.com
01271 858472 01805 624834
07712 132969
V.H.Treasurer
Sharron Newberry
victoryhall.yarnscombe@gmail.com
01769 561374
07786 850716
S.C.Treasurer
Sue Colley
sue-colley@hotmail.com
Secretary
Lesley Latter
lesleylatter@btinternet.com
01769 560470
Event Booking Manager
Karen Avery
maveryjk@aol.com
01805 624834
Bar Manager
Chris Avery
cmjavery@yahoo.co.uk
01805 624834
Facilities Manager
Martyn Waller
martyn.waller73@gmail.com
07886 214999
07968 083684 07809 245950
Please note: that phone numbers provided in The Eagle are for use for village related purposes only.
Huntshaw Cross Cottage, Huntshaw Cross Yarnscombe Barnstaple EX31 3ND Tel/Fax: 01805 624823 Mobile: 07976 986908 Email: enquiries@automobeel.co.uk Website: www.automobeel.co.uk
Tyre Sales MOT Test Centre Vehicle Servicing & Repairs Auto Electrics Computerised Engine Diagnostics Classic Car Restoration Garden Machinery Repairs
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Contents Note from the Editors................... 1 Useful Information ....................... 2 Parish Council ........................... 2 Village Clubs ............................. 2 Village Hall & Social Club Committee................................ 2 From your District Councillor ....... 3 A Farmer’s Diary ........................... 3 Notes from the Parish Council ...... 4 Planning .................................... 4 Parochial Church Meeting ............ 4 A Letter from the Vicar ................. 5 St. Andrew’s Church ..................... 5 Sunday Services ............................ 6
December and January Birthday(s) ...................................................... 7 Yarnscombe Quizzes ..................... 7 Nature Notes................................. 7 Youth Group .................................. 8 FORTHCOMING EVENTS ................ 9 Christmas Fayre ........................ 9 Huntshaw “Bangers, (beans) & Mash”........................................ 9 Christmas Quiz ........................10 Social Club – Opening Times .......11 New Years Eve Party ...................12 Speeding in Yarnscombe .............13 Village Hall & Social Club AGM ...13
Eagle Crossword ......................... 14 Village Defibrillator ..................... 15 Eagle Deadline ............................ 15 Rubbish Dates – December 2016 19 Mobile Library Dates 2016/2017 19 Rubbish Dates – January 2017.... 19 Village Hall Diary......................... 19 Bingo Dates................................. 19 Wordsearch Answers.................. 20 Editors......................................... 20 Advertising Costs ........................ 20 Annual Subscriptions .................. 20
From your District Councillor As 2016 draws to an end I am pleased to confirm that Torridge District Council in good shape with our accounts signed off and everything is as it should be. I am however very aware that we still have some serious challenges to sort and planning is at the top of the list. It looks as though the Government minister has put the brakes on in regards to the Devon /Somerset Devolution bid, as he is insisting that it will only happen if we introduce an Elected mayor for the area. This is something that is simply not going to be accepted, as a mayor would have a huge amount of power and it would be likely smaller authorities such as Torridge would lose out. May I wish you all a very merry Christmas and a happy new year. As always if you wish to contact me please do so on 07814 010 133 or councillor.morrish@torridge.gov.uk .
James Morrish
A Farmer’s Diary The website www.farm-direct.co.uk has been used for these details and it says it’s based on the North of England, so we’re not sure how different our diaries are, but it’s an idea how busy our local farmers are likely to be during December.
Ploughing Spray cereals Feed livestock
……. and in January.
General farm maintenance Sheep work - Flock fed sugar beet daily including sheep nuts and hay fed if frosty or snow cover House sheep Calves weaned at end of month and fed on concentrates and sugar beet ration Spread slurry if the fields are dry and firm, a good frost is very useful at this time. These are the fields from which hay or silage will be taken later in the year.
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Notes from the Parish Council Yarnscombe Parish Council has had a very busy 2016, quite a few projects have been successfully completed, but there is still plenty to do in 2017. Earlier on in the year Cllr. Turner resigned for personal reasons, after having served for many years, and we welcomed Rachel Stephens on to the council. The playing field is listed as one of the council’s asset and for many years the volunteers of the Mower and Playing Field Fund did an excellent job in maintaining the field. Since the summer of this year the parish council has now taken on overall responsibility for maintenance. Councillor Stephens is now the council’s representative for all matters concerning the playing field. We were already successful in securing a grant for sum of £3000 from Torridge District Council, we are still awaiting the outcome for another grant application to Grantscape, if successful it should help secure the future of the playing field for some years. Devon County Council urges all parish councils to draw up their own emergency plans. At the beginning of the year, an Emergency Plan Working Group consisting of parishioners as well as councillors, was set up and a plan was drawn up and will be reviewed annually. The plan, contact lists, relevant maps are all stored securely in a Fire Cabinet Box and located at the Village Hall. For a long time, the telephone box had been in need of some attention, so in late summer the council decided to have kiosk painted and generally tidied up. Parishioners also made the suggestion to use it as a “book swap”, Cllr. Williams took on the task of coordinating this and it has been a great success. This time of year, the council will have to think about its budget for the next financial year. Due to cutbacks on national and regional level, more and more financial responsibility has fallen to local councils. In the near future, it looks likely that the amount by which precept can be raised will be capped. As a consequence, we will have to look very carefully at future expenses and set precept accordingly. On behalf of Yarnscombe Parish Council we wish all our parishioners a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Planning i. Ref. No: 1/1133/2016/SEC10 - Removal of local needs informative (Section 106) in relation to application 1/0174/2004/FUL. Mantre, Yarnscombe, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 3LP. ii.
Ref. No: 1/0927/2016/FUL - Proposed extension & alterations - part retrospective. Little Orchard, Yarnscombe, Barnstaple, Devon EX31 3LS.
Martina Dymond – Clerk, Parish Council
Parochial Church Meeting The next Parochial Church Council Meeting will take place on Tuesday 17th January 2017 at Rooks Farm starting at 7:30pm. Grahame Thomas
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A Letter from the Vicar Dear friends, If you were at one of the services I preached at early last month you may have heard me quote from C. S. Lewis’s Narnia stories, and particularly from the seventh and final book The Last Battle. I offer no apology for quoting from the book once again- rather I would recommend you read the Narnia stories if you never have (or read them again if you have!) Towards the end the story, Prince Tirian is thrown into a stable in which enemy soldiers were hiding intent on killing him. For reasons that become clear when you read the story the stable turns out to be the gateway to a new world. Tirian finds himself standing in a green meadow with the High King Peter and Queen Lucy and comments on how the stable seen from inside is different to how it looked on the outside. “Yes,” said the High King Peter. “It’s inside is bigger than its outside.” “Yes,” said Queen Lucy, “In our world too, a stable once had something inside it that was bigger than our whole world.” And there you have an amazing truth from the story of Christmas. In a bible passage that will form part of the carol services in many of our churches the Apostle John wrote of Jesus (‘the Word’): In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God in the beginning. Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. (John 1:1-3) If true, then there can be nothing more important than the tiny baby in the stable who is in fact bigger than our whole world. The question is, do we recognise the difference this makes to, well, everything? Licensing Service On 30th January, 7pm at St Giles Church we will be delighted to welcome Rev Paul Bysouth and his wife, Wendy, as Paul is licensed as Team Vicar by Bishop Robert Atwell. All welcome! Every blessing for Christmas and the New Year.
Mike Clark : 01769 560870 : revmikeclark@yahoo.co.uk
St. Andrew’s Church Readers
Cleaners
Flowers
4th December
Mr. R. Pengilley
Mrs. S. Harris & Mrs. G. Harrison
Mrs. S. Harris
11th December
Lt. Cdr. G. Thomas
Mrs. S. Harris & Mrs. G. Harrison
Mrs. S. Harris
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Mrs. C. Wyatt
Mr. & Mrs. Wyatt
All for Christmas
th
25 December
Mr. T. Harris
Mr. & Mrs. Wyatt
All for Christmas
1st January
Mr. S. Harrison
Mrs. A. Prowse & Mrs. I. Maggs
Mrs. I. Maggs
8 January
Mrs. J. Batchelor
Mrs. A. Prowse & Mrs. I. Maggs
Mrs. I. Maggs
15th January
Mrs. A. Prowse
Mrs. R. Woollacot & Mrs. H. Jago
Mrs. R. Woollacott
22nd January
Mrs. R. Woollacott
Mrs. R. Woollacot & Mrs. H. Jago
Mrs. R. Woollacott
18 December
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Sunday Services 4th December
2nd Sunday of Advent
1st January
2nd Sunday of Christmas
Alverdiscott
9:15am
High Bickington
9:15am
Newton Tracey
11:00am Holy Communion (CW)
Tawstock
11:00am Holy Communion (CW)
8th January
Baptism of Christ/Epiphany 1
Horwood
4:00pm
Christingle Service
Horwood
9:15am
Morning Worship
Yarnscombe
6:30pm
Evening Prayer (BCP)
Yarnscombe
10:00am
All Age Service
Tawstock
11:00am
Plough Service
Huntshaw
11:00am
Holy Communion
Holy Communion (CW)
Family Communion
11th December
3rd Sunday of Advent
Horwood
9:15am
Yarnscombe
10:00am All Age Service
15th January
Epiphany 2
Huntshaw
11:00am Holy Communion (BCP)
Tawstock
11:00am
Holy Communion (CW)
Tawstock
11:00am Songs of Praise
Newton Tracey
11:00am
Morning Worship
Alverdiscott
11:00am
At Methodist Church
Yarnscombe
6:30pm
Holy Communion
Morning Worship
15th December
THURSDAY
Horwood
Carol Service
18th December
4th Sunday of Advent
22nd January
Epiphany 3
Alverdiscott
11:00am Christmas Celebration
Horwood
9:15am
Holy Communion (BCP)
Newton Tracey
11:00am Carol Service
Yarnscombe
9:15am
Holy Communion
Tawstock
4:00pm
Christingle Service
Yarnscombe
4:00pm
Carol Service
19th December
MONDAY
Huntshaw
7:30pm
Carol Service
(BCP)
(BCP) Tawstock
11:00am
Family Service
Huntshaw
3:30pm
Evening Prayer
29th January
Presentation of Christ
Tawstock
3:00pm
Deanery Holy
24th December
Christmas Eve
Communion with
Yarnscombe
9:30pm
Bishop Nick McKinnel
Public Worship with Communion by Extension
30th January
MONDAY
Crib Service
St Giles
7:00pm
Newton Tracey
4:00pm
Tawstock
11:30pm Midnight Communion
Mission Community Service: Licensing of Paul Bysouth as Team Vicar by
25th
December Christmas Day
Horwood
10:00am Family Service
Tawstock
11:00am Family Service
Bishop Robert Atwell
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December and January Birthday(s)
Ethan Hole – 9 years old If you would like your child’s birthday mentioned in the Eagle, please let us know.
Yarnscombe Quizzes Thank you to everyone who took part in the October quiz - £80 was raised for Breast Cancer Care. The next quiz is the Christmas one on Saturday 17th December at 8.30pm in the Village Hall, with Christmas and the year past as its themes. There will be one or two extra prizes, so please turn up in your Christmas outfits and think of a suitably seasonal team name for starters. Last year’s quiz saw a very full room – it would be great if similar were to happen this year. So, do please encourage friends and neighbours to come along!
Stephen Harrison
Nature Notes It is good to be back home again, but I enjoyed my holiday in Scotland. The country there is more austere, with any fields and pastures not far away from hills, moors and forests. I could look out of the windows of the house in which I was staying and, on most days, watch skeins of wild geese slowly crossing the skies. They could not be positively identified but, by a process of discarding the less likely suspects, I guessed that they were probably Pink-footed geese. These arrive from September onwards and many thousands spend the winter on nearby Loch Leven, where there is a bird sanctuary. This goose is one of the 'grey ' geese, all rather similar in appearance. The largest is the Grey Lag which can measure up to 35ins in length and is the only one which breeds regularly here in the far north of Scotland. The Bean goose and the White-fronted goose are other members of this family, only distinguishable at close quarters from their larger cousins, but usually not intermingling. The so-called 'black' geese are darker in appearance than the 'greys '. The Barnacle goose is a handsome black and white creature with a white 'face ' and is so named because it was long thought it grew from Goose Barnacles found along the seashore! In fact, it spends the summer on the Arctic tundra, visiting the West and North of Britain in winter. The Brent goose is very similar but much smaller and without the white face. Much the largest European goose is the Canada goose which, as it's name suggests, is the feral descendant of birds introduced to this country from as far back as the seventeenth century. It breeds in parks and lakes all over the country and is gregarious outside the breeding season, when it may be seen flying in small chevron formations. Most geese roost in one place - usually close to water - and tend to feed on grass pastures or cultivated ground, so the best time to witness them in flight is in the early morning or late in the day. However, for the great migration flights, you need to go to the East of England or the West coast of Scotland (although there are exceptions). Happy Christmas to one and all.
Brown Owl
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Youth Group The Youth Group have been very busy over the last few weeks. During the half term some of the children visited Safe Haven Exotics in Bishops Tawton (nr Codden Hill) where they stayed open longer for us. It was an amazing experience for everyone who came along (including the adults) and they were able to hold a few of the reptiles – a bearded dragon, corn snake, royal python and a crested gecko. A special well done to Jason, who bravely held the snakes – there is photographic proof on the Facebook page
Then came along Halloween. The Youth Group would like to say the biggest THANK YOU ever to everyone in the village who were very kind in their treats for the children. The group of nearly 20 children (and accompanying adults) visited houses who had decorated their houses (some spook-tacularly) with pumpkins and other suitable ghoulish items. A block booking at the dentist is in order!!
On 11th November, Karen and Robin (Hutton) very kindly came along to the Youth Group with clay for the children to make their own pots. Luckily no-one wore their Sunday best as it was a bit of a messy evening. But what a lot of fun. We even had our own Patrick Swayze and Demi Moore!! The pots will now be fired in the kiln and brought back for the children to glaze on Friday 9th December.
With the Christmas Fayre on Saturday 3rd December, the children have also been very busy making Christmassy items such as cards, gift tags, snowmen, reindeer and “puddings” to sell on our stall. We’d be very happy to see you on the day. With the run up to Christmas being busy, the Youth Group are going to extend the festivities into the New Year!!! We are going to have our Christmas Party on Friday 6th January. Bring along brothers, sisters, parents and some food and we can play party games together.
Can we also take this opportunity of thanking everyone in the parish for their support during 2016 and to the adult helpers “behind the scenes” who have made the Youth Group a success this year. Keep an eye out for visits and events currently being planned for 2017. All children are welcome to come along to any of our “get togethers” whenever they are able to (no commitment to attend each time). The only thing we ask is that any children under the age of 8 are accompanied by a responsible adult during the evening.
Should you need to get hold of us, please contact either of the Shar(r)on’s on sedixon99@gmail.com or newberrys1969@gmail.com.
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FORTHCOMING EVENTS Christmas Fayre
St Andrew’s Church Christmas Fayre
Saturday 3rd December Between 10:00am and 12noon at The Village Hall The usual stalls (cakes, food, gifts, raffle) will be available with a Christmas flavour and the refreshments will include mince pies and some “particularly festive coffee” See you there!! Huntshaw “Bangers, (beans) & Mash”
Annual Bangers, Beans & Mash Supper HUNTSHAW PARISH HALL
Saturday 3rd December at 7:00pm With delicious Desserts (seconds if you wish). Selection of Cheeses, Tea/Coffee. Join in the Carol singing around the Christmas Tree Advance tickets ONLY due to limited spaces – ADULTS £9 CHILDREN (under 12) £6. Obtainable from Margaret on 01805 624821 or Gill on 01805 623113
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Christmas Quiz
Saturday 17th December at 8.30pm
Themes will include: Christmas and the past year.
So, do please encourage friends and neighbours to come along!
Light Up a Life this Christmas with North Devon Hospice Remember someone special to you this Christmas with North Devon Hospice’s annual Light Up a Life appeal. Light a candle in memory of your loved one at our special services that take place across North Devon, including in your community. Please visit our website www.northdevonhospice.org.uk for details of all services. Everyone welcome. Christmas is traditionally a time for family and friends to get together, so it is natural that at this time of year our thoughts turn to those who are no longer with us. Light Up a Life offers you the chance to honour their memory, together with many others who are doing the same thing. It helps us realise we are not alone in missing someone special at this time of year. If you cannot attend a Light Up a Life service, you can take part in the Light Up a Life appeal by making a donation online at www.northdevonhospice.org.uk. or phoning the Light Up A Life team on 01271 347232 for a leaflet; if you wish, they can take your donation over the phone and make a note of your loved ones names. We will send you a special star in the post to hang on your Christmas tree, on which you can write a message to your loved one, and their name will be entered into our special Light Up a Life books of remembrance. By making a donation to North Devon Hospice in memory of your loved one, you will be helping to make a difference to those who need our care both today and into the future. The hospice cares for those facing a life-limiting illness, and their whole family. All our support is provided completely free of charge, but this is only possible thanks to the ongoing generosity of the local community. North Devon Hospice needs to raise over £4m from scratch every single year in order to care for the thousands of local people who need us during the toughest of times. By supporting our Light Up a Life appeal, you will be helping people right here on your doorstep; your colleague, neighbour, friend or even your own family member. 10
Social Club – Opening Times
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New Years Eve Party
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Speeding in Yarnscombe
There has been an increase in the number of reports to Devon & Cornwall Police of vehicles speeding through the village and parish as a whole; this is of great concern. As a result, villagers are invited to register their interest in seeing a road safety film at the Village Hall in the New Year as a reminder of the potential dangers of driving in rural locations. Blind corners, horse riders, wildlife (wild and domestic), children playing, ever changing road conditions (especially during the Autumn and Winter months) are just a few hazards to be weary of. Villagers are also encouraged, to remind any contractors carrying out works to watch their speed when travelling in, out and around the village. If you are interested in seeing this film, please make contact with PCSO Sandra Brown (details below) when a date can be arranged.
Sandra Brown Police Community Support Officer 30096 Torrington Rural East sandra.brown@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk
Village Hall & Social Club AGM 2016 was a year of many achievements by the newly merged Village Hall and Social Club Committees. The Social Club oversaw many successful events during the year such as the Village Weekend, Nursery Rhyme themed Scarecrow competition, Cider Walk and barbecue. A big thank you to everyone on the Committee and in the village for their help in the organisation of these events. In the last year the Village Hall has succeeded in obtaining grant funding for the: replacement of the chairs; new double glazed windows; blinds in the skittle alley; curtains for the social club area; refurbishment and coating of the floor; upgrading of the heating system in the hall (which is nearly complete). Early in the New Year, we are looking at redecoration works to finish off the refurbishment of the Social Club and Village Hall. During the recent AGM the committee members were elected and all the existing committee officers agreed to continue for a further year. Their details can be found on page 2.
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Eagle Crossword To celebrate the year in Yarnscombe and in The Eagle, have a go at this crossword!! All the answers can be found in all the 2016 editions of The Eagle.
ACROSS
DOWN
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What would you be suffering from if you rang 105?
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According to Brown Owl, what garden bird is called a “titty todger”? In which month was the Village Weekend held?
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What two animals won the Scarecrow competition?
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What series of books does Rev Clark refer to in his final letter of the year? Who actually won the Quiz League? What show introduced us to pineapples, weeds and sloe gin? What is the name of the short mat bowls league that our team won – again!! Which country do some of our village Facebook followers come from? The theme of this years scarecrow competition was (part 2) What Eagle role did Stephen Harrison take over from Bob Baker? Who writes the Nature Notes?
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What races did the South West Truckers host during April? What historic event happens in Great Torrington in May? What was the villages favourite drink in September while out for a walk?
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Which local choir played in the church on the Sunday evening of the village weekend? Who played in the marquee on the Saturday night of the village weekend? Name the Missionary Community Team?
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What is the name of the ladies skittles team? What in the village had a change of identity during the year? In May's Eagle, Cllr Morrish detailed that he received 87 emails on what subject? Where did the Youth Group take the children during the summer holidays? What was the name of the vicar who moved to Exeter in August? Which property got rid of Leylandii from their front garden in April of this year? The theme of this years scarecrow competition was (part 1) Where could you buy tickets for some of the concerts at the Village Weekend? When did The Eagle get a face lift?
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What festival made the church look and smell amazing?
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How many different species of birds did Sharron spot during the RSPB birdwatch? What could you find to eat at Netherne in June?
WANTED Due to my deteriorating eyesight, I am unable to send many Christmas cards this year. However, I would like to wish all my friends and neighbours in Yarnscombe and the surrounding area, a very Happy Christmas and a healthy and prosperous 2017. Best Wishes
Does anyone have or know of anyone who may have, a lockable metal cupboard that the Youth Group could acquire for storing their activity equipment in the Village Hall store room? The dimensions of the available gap is 44” wide x 19” deep x 71” high. Please let us know if you can help.
Joyce (Wake)
RSPB BIG GARDEN BIRDWATCH: SATURDAY 28TH & SUNDAY 29TH JANUARY All you need to do is register online with the RSPB indicating that you are taking part in the survey. On your chosen day, settle down with a cup of tea, a note pad and pen together with the list from the pack supplied (either downloaded or by post). You need to count the number of birds at any one time of each species visiting your garden during the hour. Record your findings and let the RSPB know.
Village Defibrillator
Eagle Deadline
Dial 999 if you suspect someone is having a cardiac arrest
0000 (four zeros) followed by the Tick symbol
Don’t forget the deadline for articles for inclusion in The Eagle is the 20th of each month.
This will unlock the cabinet. The defibrillator is automated and can be used by anyone and is self-explanatory once you open the lid to the defibrillator and turn it on - please listen carefully and follow the voice instructions. (Do not use in wet conditions)
To ensure inclusion please let us have your article before the deadline.
The Ambulance service have details of our defibrillator, the location and the code to open the cabinet and should tell you when you ring them (the defibrillator is in the entrance to the Victory Hall). The defibrillator has to be kept in a temperature controlled cabinet to prevent deterioration. If you need to access the defibrillator the code to the cabinet is
If you do need to use the defibrillator, please let me know on 01769 560590 as I will need to replace parts and ensure it is working.
Sue Colley 15
Thank you.
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MB FIREWOOD Well Seasoned Dry Logs - Barn Stored Also Tree Felling/Forestry Work Undertaken. Standing/Fallen Timber Bought. Contact Martin Bradbury 01769 540563/07974 176963 Email: mbfirewood@gmail.com
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Rubbish Dates – December 2016 Date
Black Bags Recycling
Fri 2nd Tue 6th
Fri 16th Tue 20th
Wheelie Bins
Fri 9th Tue 13th
Mobile Library Dates 2016/2017
Monday mornings between
Fri 23rd
11:00am and 11:40am
5th December 2016
CHRISTMAS BANK HOLIDAY Tue 27th
NO COLLECTION
Fri 30th
27th February 2017 27th March 2017
SAT 7th Tue 10th
Fri 13th Tue 17th
Tue 24th
Fri 20th
Fri 27th
30th January 2017
Rubbish Dates – January 2017 WED 4TH
Village Hall car park
24th April 2017
22nd May 2017
19th June 2017
17th July 2017
14th August 2017
11th September 2017
9th October 2017
6th November 2017
4th December 2017
HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR READERS Village Hall Diary
Bingo Dates
The Village Hall bar is open every Saturday and Monday evening between 8:00pm and 11:00pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday (alternate weeks)
Listed below are the next few dates for the bingo.
Men’s Skittles (Sept – Apr) Summer Skittles (Apr – Aug) Ladies skittles and badminton Short Mat Bowls Short Mat Bowls Youth Group (term time only) Yarnscombe Bingo
Dec 2nd 16th Christmas
Anyone wishing to book the hall for a function should contact Karen Avery (Booking Secretary) on 01805 624834.
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Jan 13th 27th
Feb 10th 24th
Doors open at 6:30pm Meat and fruit prizes, free tea/coffee and biscuits during the interval, other refreshments available. Raffle. Everyone welcome.
Wordsearch Answers Here are the answers for the Farm machinery wordsearch in the November issue of The Eagle. L T T O C L G P D B T D R O T A V A T O R K
E Q R H B R A T L F R B N D G H B A J Z F F
M D P A E Q J M S I X E R T K O E A H S R U
P R P H I D J X C R G N D L R L S A L O P S
P G E O A L G T W Y V A U E W A H I Y E O Y
R M C Y Q F E E D U T E B R E Y C E B Y R F
E V U V A Z O R T O U H O Y F S V T K G O N
T R L U Q R Y R B R J K R U J N Q L O U W E
S N T J A Q P S K S I D Z E O M A B V R Q D
E L I M K U L S Z N W M Y C S G O P Y Z Y B
V Q V H C A L I E W T Q M W J H W Z V G R T
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H Y O X W I B N L W F F E R N X K N Q H X I
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