All Saints’ Church Bramham Parish News
All Saints’ Church - a winter scene
December 2016 © Copyright All Saints’ Church Bramham
Issue 167
Church Officers for All Saints’ Bramham Rev’d Canon Peter
Vicar of Lower Wharfe Parish (Bramham, Boston Spa & Walton) and Vicar of Thorp Arch 86 High Street, Boston Spa……………………………………………………………….. 842454 Rev’d Trisha Anslow……Curate, 4 Pine Trees, Boston Spa……………………………………………………….. 844789 Rev’d Jane Brown……...Curate, The Vicarage, Thorp Arch……………………………………………………….. 849148 Rev’d Stanley Menzies…Honorary Assistant Priest, 2 Crag Gardens, Bramham……………………………….. 541047 Churchwardens…………Chips Browning, Terry Lug Farmhouse, Bramham Park………………………… 0113 2892790 Jillian Lawson, 21 Lyndon Avenue, Bramham LS23 6RG……………………………… 844858 Deputy Churchwarden…Anne Palmer, Old Coach House, Bramham, LS23 6QG……………………………… Treasurer……………… Joanne Wilkinson, 41 Firbeck Road, jowilkinson04Gmail.com Secretary……………… Mollie Browning, Terry Lug Farmhouse, Bramham Park
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VCC Members………… Andy Beaumont, Mary Clerehugh, Yvonne Gibson, Kate Lofthouse, Dolly Mullen, Stephen Spencer Organist………………… Simon Noble, 1 Barley Hill, Crescent, Garforth………………………………………0113 2867998 Sacristan and Church Flowers……… Dolly Mullen, 9 Bradford Close, Bramham…………………………………. 918725 Deanery Synod………… Jillian Lawson……………………………………………………………………………….. 844858 Stepping Stones……… Jennie Saynor, ………………….. jen@saynor.me.uk Group Office…………….Sarah Oates (Office open Monday-Friday 11.00 am to 1.00pm)…………….… 844402
WHO’S WHO in Bramham Village Hall Committee……..
Chairman: Stewart Gibson……………………… 845084 Hall Bookings……………………… 07398 244634 Drama Group………………… Secretary: Christine Suddaby………………….. 849455 Football Club…………………. Dave Jacklyn…………………………………… . 07809 561199 Guides……………………… Sarah Clayton………………………………… … sarah@claytons.info Brownies…………………….. Aimee Sibley. Jane Dalton & Joanna Bayton-Smith 07733 117031 Explorer Scouts……………… Justin Atkinson……………………… …………. 541727 Scouts………………………… Jason Turner (Skip)……………………………… 842181 Beavers………………………. Michael Fox………………………………… ……. 078 0108 1894 Cubs………………………….. Diane Hare (Akela)………………………………. 07787 113154 Bramham Primary School….. Executive Head Teacher Sarah Richards…………………… 843682 Deputy Head Teacher Laura Wild: Chair of Governors Sue Morgan Administrator Louise Humphreys Bramham Parish Council…… Valerie Whitbread (Chair) 541075 Linda Richards (Vice Chair) 842151 Scott Jones 07779 412817, Ian Dalton 849455, Pete Dunn 843345 Naomi Elvin 833288, June Halliday 845564, Katie Race 077 9281 9612 Clerk Parish Council………. Keith Langley clerk@bramhamparishcouncil.org.uk Bramham Pavilion………….. Gerry Taylor, Secretary…………………………… 845828 or 07817 849556 Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Association Anne Topping - Chair ……………………………… 844529 Bramham in Bloom………… Lynne Marshall …….…………………………………. 844767 Community Action Group….. Keith Innocent………………………………………… 841197 Monday Club………………… Mavis Wilson…………………………………………… 842321 Readers Group…………….. Jillian Lawson 844858 and Marion Hogg 844191 Bramham Shop & Post Office. Lynne Williams…..……………………………… 842275 Folly Allotments Association Linda Richards, Chair…………………………… 842151 Neighbourhood Plan Steering Group Paul Marshall …………………………………… 844767
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Letter from the Clergy Rev Trish Anslow As it comes around to my turn to write this clergy magazine letter I realise the next issue is for December. While I am writing this in the first week of November my mind is thinking of.........??........,yes you’ve got it.......... Boxing Day! The joy of Christmas Day is very special –the incarnation of the one born to be our Saviour has a delicious feel to it and I am sure the day itself will be hectic. The clergy will each have had the honour of presiding at two or three services for Christmas Day and then joining in the festivities with family and friends. But, Boxing Day is a strange day – so named for the servants of old who usually received their ‘Box’ or gift from their employers ‘. Many of us reserve Boxing Day to organise a party or gathering. I remember, as a child, the excitement of setting the extended table for 20 or so family members who came to us each year for the exchange of presents and family gossip. Nowadays there are those who spend the day in the cities or on-line catching the bargains to be had in the annual sales. Almost like a ‘gift day’ again! What of the Christ child? Day two of his life on earth would still have been one of waking, feeding and sleeping. Mary would have to tend to her child’s needs whoever he was and wherever the little family was. At this time, the child born as a gift to us from God was a vulnerable baby with all the same needs and wants that each of us had at that age –food, a place to sleep and warmth. In this country most babies will achieve these basic needs without a struggle. The system allows the mothers to be checked and monitored and given a choice of place for the birth. I am aware though that this year in particular there may be births taking place in less than convenient circumstances throughout the world. There will be babies born to migrants and asylum seekers at the borders of countries, in camps and in the corners of war-torn buildings. These new citizens of our world probably have more in common with the baby Jesus than any of the children born here. They are part of families in distress, on the move and migrants fleeing from political situations. Herod was a political leader who was wary of anyone who might come and take his place. This insecurity made him a brutal man, prepared to kill male infants rather than have them grow up to be a king. In the rush and bustle of our post Christmas days I hope you spare a moment for the family who answered God’s request with a ‘yes’ and had to care for that extra special child in very difficult times. Mary was a mother who entertained shepherds and wise men without the delight of our family gatherings but with the love due to this child who is a gift to us.
The Clergy letter continued: At the same time, I hope you also spare a moment in the busy days of the season to remember those families who are travelling across the world. Pray that the places where they rest their heads and tend to their needs will be places where people treat them with compassion and respect; but most of all with love. I hope you have a blessed Christmas amongst those you love. Rev Trish
CHRISTMAS SHOEBOX APPEAL Christmas is just around the corner and preparations are underway.
Once again we are having a Shoebox Appeal in Bramham to bring some cheer to some of the neediest and to those we should remember in the festive season. Our appeal will be on behalf of the homeless, on children in need and the elderly in our parish. St George’s Crypt in Leeds provides 60000 meals each year for the homeless and offers support in many other ways. They would welcome the gift of warm clothing, socks, underwear, gloves, hats, scarves, jumpers, toothpaste and brushes and toiletries. Many children and their families receive little or nothing at Christmas and toys, pencils, notepads and items of clothing would be most acceptable. The elderly, the lonely and the housebound in our midst appreciate small acts of kindness and small gifts chosen with thought are most welcome. There are two suggestions for the Shoebox: 1. Find a shoebox (or a container) and place your items in it. Clearly label it whom it is for. The boxes should be taken to the Church in December.
2. There will be 5 collection boxes in Church labelled for the different categories in which you can place your items. The Church is open daily from 10am to 4pm. Last year your gifts were received with joy. I know that you will give with imagination and generosity.
RING THE BELLS
Practice nights at All Saints’ Bramham
On the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month 7.00pm—8.00pm come along and join us, or phone
844529
Prayer Idea of the Month
As the nights draw in and Christmas approaches, It seems appropriate to think about how we can use candles in our prayers. Many of us welcome the beauty and stillness that a candle’s light can generate. There is a long tradition in Christianity, and also other faiths, of using candles in worship and prayer. Today, schools often use the focus of a candle for their time of quiet in an assembly/collective worship. You may find a candle helps you in your personal prayer. Try just sitting still in the presence of God, watching the flickering of the flame. Or offering a prayer intention as you light the candle - ‘I light this candle for….[either a person or an issue]’ and keeping it lit until you finish praying. If you have an Advent Candle, try getting into the habit of saying a prayer every time you light it.
LOTHERTON HALL, ABERFORD
YOUNG ARTISTS’ RECITAL
Sunday 4 December 2016 at 2.00pm Ivan Alekhin flute Egle Sarmaviciute piano Hue Fantasie for flute and piano Doppler Fantasie Pastoral Hongroise,Op 26 Reinecke Sonata “Undine” for flute and piano,Op167 Franck Sonata for flute and piano Ivan and Egle appear by kind permission of the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester Followed by tea and cakes in the Servants’ Gallery
Tickets to include tea, cakes and admission to the Hall £13.00 Concessions £11.50 Family (2 children and 2 adults) £20.00. Car parking is free with prebooked tickets. AvailablefromWendyShuttleworth,LothertonHall,Aberford,LeedsLS23EB.C hequespayable to Leeds City Council. Please enclose a SAE. Alternatively telephone 0113 378 2959 or email : wendy.shuttleworth@leeds.gov.uk
On these days of the month of December
please pray for the repose of the souls of:3rd 8th 10th 11th 15th 16th 17th
19th 20th 21st
22nd 24th 25th 26th 27th 29th
30th 31st
Sara Smith 1993 Kathleen Kendall 1996 Annie Wright 2007 Elizabeth Garwood 2001 George Richard Lane Fox (Lord Bingley) Maria Sanderson Doris Pratt 2002 Alec John Wright 1995 Geoffrey Richardson 1973 Alice May Bradshaw 1976 Francis Leonard Woodcock 1997 Nellie Greenhead 2004 David George Hebbron 1970 Alice Marjorie Stevenson 1987 Nigel Cameron 2005 Winifred Joan Dalton 1993 Cicely Clegg 2014 James Ian Noble 1966 Tom Whittingham 1978 Lynne Foggin 2005 Doris Young 2011 Sheila Thompson nee Ford Elizabeth Sadler 1973 Jane Mary Noble 2014 Peter Noble 1960 Florence Annie Lund 1986 Rebecca Night 1961 William Leonard Worrall 2001 William (Billy) Firth 2005 Jane Sunstead Violet May Morris 2006 Bessie Winifred Rodway 1996 John Read Shaw 1949 Charles Pottage 1959
The Blessed Sacrament Is permanently reserved in All Saints’ Church for the Sick and dying. Revd. Trish Anslow Tel: 01937 844789 or the Parish Office 844402 would be grateful to receive the names of those who are sick or those who are in need of a special home visit.
FROM THE Parish Church Registers BAPTISM
25th September Charlie Cooper 30th October
Charlie Otway
6th November
Harry Kimberley
20th November Stanley Ingham FUNERALS 1st November
Frank Farndale
3rd November
Emira Cook
21st November
Hazel Scott
READER’S ROTA 4th December Jacqui Turner 11th December Children’s Service
18th December Barbara Baker 25th December Yvonne Gibson
Halloween Spooktacular Spooky goings-on were happening at Bramham Village Hall on Saturday 29 October as Friends of Bramham School hosted our annual Halloween Spooktacular. It was fabulous to see all the children, and lots of their parents, dressed up in their Halloween costumes – many bringing along their carved pumpkins to enter our competition.
Children enjoyed visiting the witch and the wizard in their grotto where they could cast a magic spell, using some rather gruesome (imaginary) ingredients, for their spooky gift. There was lots of fun and games for the children – donut bobbing, making spooky cocktails, attempting rolo mountain (utter mess with flour!) and working out what was inside the ‘creepy boxes’ – plus crafty stalls where they could make their own Halloween masks, trick or treat bags, pom pom spiders and decorate biscuits. The Scooby-Dooby hot dogs were a big hit too amongst the refreshments!
We were delighted to welcome many families from the village, not just those with children at Bramham School. Thank you to everyone who came along and supported this village school event.
It was a very enjoyable afternoon and we are happy to report that it raised a wonderful £722 for Bramham Primary School.
Thank you, Friends of Bramham School
Bramham Parish Council
www.thisisbramham.co.uk December 2016 Update
LEEDS FESTIVAL APPLICATIONS SUNDAY 19TH MARCH – VILLAGE HALL ONE DAY PROCESS – KEEP THE DATE!
(see separate article in this magazine) PARKING AT THE SCHOOL: The Parish Council is aware of the parking problems by the school at drop off and pick up times. The police have arranged for the bus stop area to be clearly marked, however they cannot ticket cars unless they are parked illegally. We are exploring with the school Head, and Leeds City Council, the possibility of the field behind the school being used as a pick up/drop off car park area. FARFIELD HOUSE: The Council is aware of some residents’ concerns about the proposed development of up to 18 units on the Farfield House site on Wetherby Road and whilst not opposing development totally it has submitted comments to Leeds City Council in response to the planning application to highlight concerns about the density of housing and the impact on neighbouring areas, in particular lack of drainage. SENIOR CITIZENS’ CENTRE: At the time of writing we are still awaiting builders’ estimates for adding running water and a toilet. We will be consulting with you when we have them. VILLAGE SHOP: The Village Shop is a focal point in our village, highly valued by residents. The Parish Council would like to thank Lynn for keeping this vital village facility truly alive and kicking, and for helping the Council and many other village organisations by being a collection point for tickets questionnaires, applications forms, and much more. Thank you Lynn, you make a big difference to Bramham!
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL ! Next Meeting: Wednesday 7th December, 7.30 pm, in the Pavilion. Tea & coffee & mince pies.
We hope you find this update useful. If you would like to read more detailed information about items discussed, the minutes of the meeting can be found on our parish notice board and on Bramham Parish Council’s official website. Contact:Keith Langley, Bramham Parish Clerk,
E mail: clerk@bramhamparishcouncil.org.uk
Address: 33 Flats Lane, Barwick in Elmet, Leeds, LS15 4LJ, tel: 07471162307
Website: www.thisisbramham.co.uk, Twitter: @thisisbramham
Services at All Saints’ Church in December 4th December
8.00 am
Holy Communion at St Mary’s Boston Spa
10.00 am
Holy Communion BRAMHAM
8.00 am
Holy Communion ST.Peter’s Walton
10.00 am
Parish Nativity + donkey at WALTON
4.00 pm
CAROL SERVICE BRAMHAM
8.00 am
Holy Communion St Mary’s Boston Spa
10.00 am
Celtic Service BRAMHAM
24th December
3.00 pm
CRIB SERVICE
Christmas Eve
11.00 PM
Midnight Service Holy Communion
25th December
9.30 am
Holy Communion Thorp Arch
CHRISTMAS DAY
10.00 AM
Holy Communion BRAMHAM
1st January
8.00 am
Holy Communion Boston Spa
2017
10.00 am
All Age Worship Boston Spa
11th December
18th December
If you have a car and a day or two a week to spare then we’d love to hear from you…. The WiSE Transport Scheme provides a cost effective way for the over 60’s to get to appointments, meet friends and attend the wide variety of social activities that the Wetherby area has to offer. With around 200 clients registered to use the service, we desperately need additional volunteer drivers please…do you think you could help? We’ll more than cover your vehicle costs and you’ll be able to meet lovely local people and do something really meaningful in your community. To find out more please contact Bridget Tasker or Greg Webster, our WiSE Transport Coordinators by calling the WiSE office on 01937 222066. Alternatively please email them at transport@w-ise.org.uk
The children who came to the November Stepping Stones made poppies which they arranged on a cross to be placed at the War Memorial. It was very effective. At the Remembrance Service on Sunday the children contributed by reading prayers, and played an important role placing crosses as the Roll of Honour was read. Thank you to all of those who helped to make it a special service. Our last Stepping Stones of 2016 will be on Friday 9th December at 5.30pm, come in your pj’s and dressing gowns for some Christmas crafts and a Christmas story, and a little Christmas party. jen@saynor.me.uk A Christmas Safety Notice!! 1.
All members of the congregation planning to dash through the snow in a one horse open sleigh, going over fields and laughing all the way are advised that a Risk Assessment will be required addressing the safety of an open sleigh for members of the public. This assessment must also consider whether it is appropriate to use only one horse for such a venture, particularly where there are multiple passengers. Please Note that permission must also be obtained in writing from landowners before their fields may be entered.
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Benches, stools and orthopaedic chairs are now available for collection by any shepherd planning or required to watch their flocks by night. While provision has also been made for remote monitoring of flocks by CCTV cameras from a centrally heated shepherd observation hut.
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The angel of the Lord is additionally reminded that, prior to shining his/her glory all around, s/he must confirm that all shepherds are wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment to account for the harmful effects of UVA, UVB and the overwhelming effects of Glory.
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While it is acknowledged that gift bearing is a common practice in various parts of the world, particularly the Orient, everyone is reminded that the bearing of gifts is subject to Hospitality Guidelines and all gifts must be registered. This applies regardless of the individual, even royal personages. It is particularly noted that direct gifts of currency or gold are specifically precluded, while caution is advised regarding other common gifts such as aromatic resins that may evoke allergic reactions.
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And the list goes on and on !!!!!.
CAROLS AROUND THE TREE AT THE SENIOR CITIZENS SHELTER Friday 16th December 7.00pm Carols around the Christmas Tree. Bring a lantern or torch. There will be a collection for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance, mulled wine and mince pies will be served —please come along and join us celebrating the start of Christmas. TALKING OF SINGING—did you see the piece in the last Magazine about joining a Singing Group here in Bramham?
So far 14 people have shown interest in starting a singing group and we plan to have an initial meeting in the new year. THIS IS JUST FOR FUN, we will try and sing a wide variety of music and if you enjoy singing then please come along. This is not just for ladies—we understand there are fella’s who can sing too!!! For further information please contact Lynne Marshall 01937 844767. There will be further information in the January magazine. In the meantime do not forget Carols Around the Tree and the Church Carol Service—you can start rehearsals there!
PUB QUIZ 23RD DECEMBER at THE SWAN Inn 8.00pm All proceeds to Martin House and the Children’s Hospital
BRAMHAM READERS GROUP
Next Meeting th
Wednesday 7 of December at 7.30.pm in “The Swan” We will be discussing “We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves” by Karen Joy Fowler Contact Marion 844191 or Jillian 844858 This is our Christmas meeting so you are invited to bring along a piece of prose, poetry or song, on a seasonal theme, to share Refreshments will be served!
Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Association The next meeting is on 21st December 7.15 pm in the Village Hall. The speaker will be Mr Carl Turner “The Ministry of Chocolate”, after the talk there will be a seasonal supper provided by the committee. Jean Cooper
MAGAZINE DETAILS
The deadline for the January Magazine is 14th December, Please send articles to Anne Palmer or use the gmail account bramham.magazine@gmail.com
BVH news December 2016 New Phone Number Please note that there is a new phone number for the Village Hall Bookings. It is 07398 244634 The reason for the change is that some text messages were not being received on the previous number, and despite several attempts to correct the problem, the best option was to get a new number. Bookings for 2017 Please remember to book the hall early if you have a special event in 2017. We have already taken several bookings and don't want residents to be disappointed. Prices are currently the same as 2016, which includes a 3 hour party package for children’s parties on Saturdays and Sundays for bookings between 11am and 5pm. Burns Night 2017 – 21st January By popular demand we are holding a Burns Night Ceilidh on Saturday 21st January, with Fiddlers Wreck Ceilidh Band, who have entertained us for the last 4 years. This is now the main fund raiser for the Village Hall. Tickets are £15 each which includes a two course traditional Burns supper and whisky toasts. Tickets will be available from early January, from the Village Shop or by contacting the Village Hall on 07398 244634. Or by email to bramhamvillagehallbookings@gmail.com. Payment can now be made by Debit or Credit card (please note there is a 50p charge per transaction to cover fees). The Village Hall’s 2015 Accounts The audited 2015 accounts were posted on the Charity Commission website before 31 October, as they have been in previous years (the Village Hall is a registered Charity). See pages 21 and 22. The Village Hall can be booked by phone or text on 07398 244634 or by email on bramhamvillagehallbookings@gmail.com . Committee can be contacted via Stewart Gibson on 01937 845084 or Christine Suddaby on 01937 849455, or by post via Bramham Village Hall, Church Hill, Bramham LS23 6QF.
Find “Bramham Village hall” pages on Facebook or see www.thisisbramham.co.uk
A welcome from 1st Clifford Beavers 1st Clifford Beavers meets on a Monday evening from 5:30-6:30pm at Bramham Primary School. It is a group of boys and girls aged from 5 3/4 – 8 years. We were delighted to invest 5 new Beavers into our colony on Monday, 7 November.
We have a full programme of activities and experiences for the children to take part in – allowing them to develop their skills and understanding, have lots of fun, both indoors and outdoors. Recently the children have visited Tadcaster fire station, had a visitor from Wetherby Food Bank and made up donated food boxes at Harvest, learnt all about water safety from a visitor from the Canal & River Trust, and enjoyed a trail learning about what’s inside Bramham Church. We have space for 20 children in the colony so if you would like your son or daughter to join, or to go on a waiting list for when they are old enough, please do get in touch with our Beaver Leader, Mick Fox, on 07801 081894.
Do you wish you could talk to someone in confidence? On the first Monday of each month there will be someone with many years of experience of helping the bereaved and people with other concerns, sitting in Church. This is not Counselling, simply an understanding and confidential listener. Please call in between 10.00 and 12 noon on the first Monday of each month if you would like to talk.
Mollie Browning
CONNECTING
HOPING
PRAYING
WAITING
SEEING
PONDERING
Advent is a season of expectation, waiting, and preparation for the birth of Christ. It is also a time when we can become overwhelmed by the busyness of Christmas planning, shopping, events.... Take time out and come along to our ‘open church’ evening of quiet reflection and prayer. ALL SAINTS’ CHURCH, THORP ARCH ON TUES 13TH DECEMBER. Drop in anytime between 7-9pm – stay 5 mins or 2 hours, it’s up to you.
Discover afresh the true meaning of Christmas, explore the Church, make use of the creative seasonal ‘stations’ in this sacred space, or just sit and be quiet. For more details, please call the Parish Office 01937 844402
THE MONDAY CLUB will meet on Monday 5th December 1.30pm. Party Time Everyone is welcome come along and join us If you would like a lift please ring Mavis 842321
LEEDS FESTIVAL ORGANISATION 2017
From LINDA RICHARDS Vice Chair of B P C
The focus of the new system builds in as many checks at the point of application to prevent residents being excluded from the process. This will be done on a single registration day, where all applications will be received in person at the Village Hall and processed on that day, and receipt given, confirming purchase of tickets. The process will work on the established practice of “first come first served” which will be done by a queuing system . There will be a second “catch up” day, but obviously the number of tickets is limited. Tickets will be allocated by HOUSEHOLD, and only one adult representative (listed on the electoral roll) need attend on the day. Postal applications will be accepted and will be processed after the main registration day and will depend upon availability. THE DATE IS SUNDAY 19TH MARCH 2017 Door will open at 8.00 am. Refreshments will be available. We aim to finish the proceedings by 2.00pm when all the village applications have been presented and processed. More detail about the new system will be given each month on the website, parish council notice board and parish magazine. The vexed question of the buses is being addressed. We have listened to the problems from this year and are in discussion with Festival Republic, Bramham Park Estate and the Bus Company. We will keep you informed. This is a genuine attempt to minimise application issues and improve the system for residents. We are fortunate to have the benefit of the reduced cost of the tickets, but also the money which is generated for village projects via the Community Fund. Without this many events, facilities and groups would struggle to survive. We will need volunteers to help on the day, I would be grateful if you are able to help, please contact the parish clerk via the website. Many thanks in advance for your support with this exciting new venture.
At the AGM in early November we were able To congratulate the Team on another extremely successful year. Lynne Marshall introduced the scheme of Friends of Bramham in Bloom. This is a minimum donation of £10 per year and will help to cover some of the expenses incurred by Bramham in Bloom. We hope this will give all the residents of the village a chance to support the Bramham in Bloom scheme even though they may not be involved with caring for an area. Our lovely village deserves the admiration and support of everyone. There is a leaflet for Friends of Bramham in Bloom please contact Lynne 07790 821488 or Kate on 07897 415273 and they will be pleased to give you a form. Volunteers are always welcome to assist with the planting, watering and generally looking after the various items in the village which are now so carefully tended by the Bramham in Bloom Committee. A volunteer to assist with the watering of plants at the more remote areas of the village would be a tremendous help. Please get in touch with Lynne Marshall 01937 844858.
Markenfield Hall’s story told at the Linton Antique Society This remarkably preserved moated hall, dating from the 13th century which nestles in the countryside outside Ripon has a sad but romantic history that will be explored by Dr Keith Jones in his talk at Linton Memorial Hall on 8 December at 8.00pm. Fortunately for us, this has resulted in a building that remains very close to its original form Entrance is £5.00 on the door but is free to Society members. To join, contact Mrs Barbara Hepburn on 01937 582243 or download the form on the Society’s website www.lintonantiquesociety.org.uk – or you can join on the night. Next talk: 12 January 2017, 8.00pm: Eric Ravilious and John Piper: English Romantic Modernism with Dr Suzanne Fagence Cooper.
Garden Hints The brotherly call came from the West Country. “How long will my fruit trees take to bear fruit? My response was “Do you know what stocks they are on”? Then, we started talking Apple’s. This is a good time to be talking fruit trees as it is the best time to plant either pot or bare root. Planting at the backend (autumn) allows the plant’s root system to go on developing through the winter; a great support when the leaves and blossom emerges in the spring. My return shout about rootstocks, you see, governs the time it takes for apple trees to start fruiting but also the eventual size of the tree. The variety that has been grafted the year before will already have passed a year’s growth when you plant it. Depending on the stock source used will dictate the speed at which the tree starts to fruit. The more dwarf the rootstock the quicker the blossom and the fruit starts to appear. It’s not just a matter of choosing the variety of apple to suit your particular part of the country but the stock type which will control the size of the tree in the future. Past year’s traditional orchards would have tree spacing of 30 to 40 feet or more with the need for ladders in later years to pick the crop. With small gardens, who wants a huge tree? I have two huge Bramley trees. In my time climbing was a pickers essential skill with a hessian sack tied with a rope around the neck. Would I rather have my feet on the ground and pick fruit at a height of 6/8 feet instead of 20 feet high? That’s a long way to fall! In this case I have been picking fruit and pruning at the same time. Why wait until the dead of winter to do the job when you are up there already picking. Pulling (ripping) off young growths as opposed to using the secateurs when pruning has the advantage in that you remove most of the bud initials. You are not guaranteed that; when using secateurs. When buying fruit trees always ask which rootstock the apple variety has been grafted onto. This is just as important as getting the right variety to suit both soil and climate conditions. Just to remind you the apple stocks are: M27 (eventual Height 6 feet fruiting in 2/3 years). M9 (8/10 feet in 4 years). M26 (10/12 feet in 3/4 years). MM106 (15/17 feet in 4/5 years) and MM111 (20 feet in 6/7 years). There is an M25, not the motorway I hasten to add! The eventual height guide is approximate as it depends very much on soil, site and cultivar (variety). The first two will need permanent staking but will suit the forms of tree that you create yourself. For instance, the Spindlebush and Pyramid forms will suit the M27, M9, M26 and MM106. Cordons will go on M27, M9, and M26. Espalier go on M26, MM106 and M111. Fan trained go on M26, MM106 and M111 depending on soil. Yes, it is a little complicated but well worth thinking about. Late Flowering varieties in the North are plentiful but you won’t go far wrong with ‘Ellison’s Orange’, ‘Laxton’s Superb’, ‘Tydeman’s Late Orange’, ‘Winston’ and ‘Discovery’ despite it having early blossom and which you are best eating straight off the tree. Admiring a crop of apples in a neighbour’s garden I was told they were not his but next door’s. I had a feeling that because the next-door neighbour’s fruitful trees had been planted on a west facing fence, they were benefiting from the microclimate presented by the wood fence. It’s a bit like outdoor tomatoes planted on a south facing wall. The wall soaks up the heat rays from the sun and releases them in the cooler part of the day. Nor only important for fertilisation and ripening but in the case of apples keeping the frost at bay in the spring and away from the apple blossom. The other side of the neighbour’s garden was an empty fence just crying out to be planted with cordons to reap the benefit of the sun! dave@daviddmitchell.co.uk Mo: 07967730010
Tel: 01977689858
BRAMHAM NEIGHBOURHOOD PLAN GROUP As noted in our article in the November issue, we’re now very pleased to be able to publish a summary of results analysed from the completed questionnaires that were recently returned by more than 300 parish residents. Again we would like to express our gratitude to everyone who completed and returned this amazing total of questionnaires. It is vary gratifying to have such support for the Neighbourhood Plan (NP), particularly when we receive comments such as this, from Guy Barr: “I moved to Bramham 12 years ago and cannot think of a better place to live. The village community, facilities and quality of life are exactly what I want and hope to maintain for all the years that I hope to be a resident in this wonderful village.” We also owe a lot of thanks to Fiona Vicary, one of our consultants, who analysed of all the documents and then produced this summary of the results for us. We have also presented the £25 vouchers to the following lucky winners of the draw from all those who returned their questionnaires. These are: Janet Beckett Mr & Mrs S Coulson Tony Harrison Francis Wilkinson
Now we have these results, we can use them to make a start in preparing our assessments of heritage and village assets, housing, transport, sport/leisure/recreation objectives and aspirations for the parish. Our ambition is to complete a first draft of our NP by the end of December. Thank you all again. Paul Marshall Chair
BRAMHAM PARISH COUNCIL Consultation Analysis Summary Report - November 2016 This report contains a summary of the key issues raised in the consultation survey. 304 responses were received. 97.36% of respondents live in the parish of Bramham. 64.12% were extremely satisfied with all aspects of living in Bramham. The top five local community assets considered to be highly important to protect are: Village Shop/PO – 87.04% Medical Centre – 86.00% Primary School – 81.54% Village Hall – 78.04% Playing Fields – 73.49% 71.67% consider the village hall to be essential. 66.67% consider the village pub to be essential. 90.76% consider the village shop/post office to be essential. The top three local businesses/services that are visited at least twice weekly are: Village Shop/PO - 41.33% Local Bus Service – 14.29% Village Pubs – 13.75% Residents enjoy living in Bramham – the respondents like the following a lot: Quiet village/rural location - 91.28% Easy access to A1/Leeds/York/Harrogate – 85.37% Village identity/feeling part of a community – 72.88% Village facilities - 66.78% Village activities/community groups - 54.36% The number of additional dwellings in the parish that could be accommodated were considered to be: 0-25 - 25.26% 26-50 – 33.79% 51-100 – 26.96% 101-200 – 10.24% 201-500 – 3.07% 501-1000 – 0.68% 1000+ - 0% The question of the current housing composition in Bramham raised a number of different views. To summarise the current composition was thought to be: Luxury Housing (5+ Bedrooms) – 60.07% about right, 26.37% too many already Family Housing (3-4 Bedrooms) – 52.88% about right, 33.45% need a few more Flats/1-2 bedroom properties – 41.18% about right, 40.81% need a few more Social Housing / Housing association – 51.71% about right, 24.33% need a few more Housing for the elderly/retired – 41.99% need a few more, 39.86% about right Affordable Starter Housing – 41.64% need a few more, 32.74% need a lot more Rental Properties – 63.02% about right, 16.60% need a few more
89.46% thought it was highly important that future development must be in keeping with local characteristics. 86.62% thought it was highly important that village boundaries and green spaces must be protected. 76.79% thought it was highly important that any development must cater for additional local facilities. Support for future development 40.60% fully support proposals for development at Farfield House 30.90% fully support proposals for development at Bramham House 55.27% fully support proposals for development at The Biggin 52.96% fully support proposals for development at Headley Hall 73.81% wanted an improvement in the direct bus service to Tadcaster/York. 66.67% wanted an improvement in parking facilities near Bramham Primary School. 60.88% wanted more recreational footpaths/scenic walks/bridleways. The most attended annual event in the last two years was the village gala (72.46% of respondents). 38.31% of respondents had supported or attended Bramham in Bloom. The most popular schemes children had attended or used in the past two years are: Village Play Area 74.67% Wildlife area behind the Beck – 41.43% Brownies - 19.70% Pavillion Summer Playgroup 19.67% Beavers – 19.05% 46.59% think there are enough facilities for 0-5 year olds. 33.72% think there are enough facilities for 6-12 year olds. 45.76% think there are not enough facilities for 13-17 year olds. 24.62% think there are not enough facilities for 18+ year olds and 22.31% think there are enough. 48.99% would support a renewable energy scheme providing it is small and out of 30.74% had no problems with any small development including visible small scale turbines, solar panels etc. The responses indicated strong support for the protection of all the village assets listed in the questionnaire with the lowest support for the WW1 Aircraft Hangar at Headley with 53.36%. 79.72% supported the idea of a signed heritage trail in the parish. The most popular schemes to spend money on were: Development of foot/cycle/bridleways within Bramham and surrounding parishes Reinstatement /enhancement of character of Village Square A1 noise abatement schemes Development of car parking provision near the Primary School
The Results of the Survey of the Neighbourhood Plan third page. 90.10% wanted the Neighbourhood Plan to ensure that any future development is sympathetic to the needs of the existing population and in keeping with local characteristics. 85.32% wanted the Neighbourhood Plan to protect valued village assets. 76.79% wanted the Neighbourhood Plan to enhance the protection of the landscape and natural environment.
BRAMHAM VILLAGE HALL ACCOUNTS
Year ended 31st December 2015
General Account Income
2015
2014
Lettings Transfer from Restoration Acc Grants/donations/fundraising
14731. 00 7000. 00 7661. 04 29392. 04
13942. 00 - 5000. 00 29706.00 38648. 00
Rates and services Cleaning, repairs & Maintenance Licenses and Insurance Stationery and Sundries Cottage Expenses Capital
3331. 20 11750. 06 3277. 10 161.08 2887.27
4568. 00 4892. 00 3188. 00 148. 00 4402. 00 34484. 00 51682. 00 -13034. 00
Expenditure
Movement in Reserve Restoration Account Income Proceeds from events and bar sales Sponsors and Donations Transfer from General Account Rental income for cottage 100 Club, les prizes
EXPENDITURE Transfer to General Account Cottage
21406. 71 7985. 33
2146. 40 4722.00 5629.88 290. 00 12788. 28
5630. 00 42165. 00 5000. 00 ———— 325. 00 53120.00
Excess of Income over Expenditure Less Depreciation and assets written off
7000 4185. 56 11185. 56 1602. 72 ——-
———-——— 53120. 00 11464. 00
Movement in Reserve
1602. 72
41656. 00
BRAMHAM VILLAGE HALL ACCOUNTS
BALANCE SHEET AT 31ST DECEMBER
2015
2014
96939. 00
10500. 00
Assets Village Hall and Cottage
note 1
Village Hall Refurbishment
note 1
43560 00
Cottage Refurbishment
note 1
42879. 00 96939. 00
Bar Stocks
1242. 00
1348 . 00
Bank Accounts General Cheque Account Restoration Ordinary Account 100 Club Account Deposit Account
8377. 00 3458. 00 782. 00 5642. 00
10301. 00 6234. 00 1527., 00 12. 00
CASH General Account Restoration Account Less sundry creditors
Represented by General Account Balance at 1st January 2013 Movement in Reserve
Restoration Account Balance at 1st January 2013 Movement in Reserve
35. 00 423. 00 116898. 00 1084. oo 115814. 00 =========
110. 00 350. 00 116821. 00 10595. 00 106226. 00 ==========
27288. 00 7986. 00 35274. 00
40322. 00 -13034. 00 27288. 00
78938. 00 1602. 00 115814. 00 =========
37282. 00 41656. 00 106226. 00 ==========
NOTE 1 The Village Hall and Cottage are shown in the accounts at book value. These figures are not intended to show current market value.
Bramham Drama Group News A massive thank you to everyone who was involved in this year’s Pantomime – cast (both juniors and adults), crew (back stage and front of house), all the many helpers – no matter how small or large your contribution, and especially to all the new faces this year. A special thanks to the audience who make the hard work so worthwhile. Our Annual General Meeting will be early in the new year, watch out for details in the parish magazine. We hope that we will be able to stage a summer production in June/July, though this depends on a willing volunteer to choose and direct a play of some sort. Christine Suddaby (secretary) 01937 849455 or bramhamdramagroup@gmail.com
MELVIN BENN’S CHARITY CYCLE – LET’S HELP!! I received the mail below from Melvin Benn, and I thought that given how much we in Bramham benefit from Melvin’s Festival Republic and Leeds Festival many of us might want to support Melvin in raising money for this fantastic charity, which helps children facing difficulties that most of us cannot even begin to imagine. Please have a look and see if you might help with sponsorship. We receive so much, it’s good to have the opportunity to give too. Val Whitbread Dear Friends and Colleagues Once again I am embarking on my bi-annual cycle ride to Africa (this time to Ghana in West Africa) in order to raise money for Child.org, a charity that sort of does what it says on the title. There is a link here so you can get more information on them and trust me, it’s worth it as its impressive. https://child.org/what-we-do
However, on to the ride… we leave on Friday and will cycle 500 - 540km over 5 days along the coast from Axim through Accra and finishing up in Hohoe. It’s mostly a hilly ride, especially on the 4th day where we really challenge ourselves. If you could find it in you to sponsor me for a small amount, I myself, but more importantly Child.org and the children it helps, will be very grateful. http://child.org/me/melvin-take-ride-africa-ghana Thank you, Melvin
What’s on in Bramham this month? 30th November—3rd December THE PANTO 5th
Monday Club 1.30 pm Village Hall
7th
Readers Group 7.30pm at the Swan
9th
Stepping Stones 5.30 pm in Church
13th
Thorp Arch Church Re discover the meaning of Christmas 7.00pm—9.00pm
14th
Drighlington Brass Band—Bramham Park
16th
7.00pm Carols around the Tree—Senior Citizens Shelter
21st
7.15 YCA
23rd THE SWAN PUB QUIZ 8.00pm in aid of Martin House SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR YOUR DIARY 2017 19th March Festival Tickets Village Hall 13th August Medieval Event Bramham Churchyard. THE CHRISTMAS CONCERT AT BRAMHAM PARK
The Band will be playing at the Christmas Concert at Bramham Park on Wednesday 14th December.
Tickets £20 from Peggy Kitchen Tel 843378. Please apply asap. However, if you find you cannot attend nearer the time, please return your tickets to Peggy as we always have a waiting list, unfortunately we had 5 empty seats last year which was a great shame. Proceeds for Church funds.
BRAMHAM VILLAGE STORE and POST OFFICE Please take the opportunity to call in to see us, we provide:POST OFFICE SERVICES, FREE Cash withdrawl facilities Lottery, Scratch card and Health Lottery purchases Newspapers and newspaper delivery service Fresh daily bread, milk and other morning goods General groceries, frozen foods and ice-creams Dairy products, sandwiches, snacks and confectionary Local farm eggs delivered Fridays, fresh fruit and vegetables on Thursdays Tobacco, chilled beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks Greetings cards, stationary and general accessories Mobile phone, Gas and Electricity top up’s, cash back facility Dry Cleaning drop off/collection service Mondays and Thursdays Village Store Monday—Friday 6.00—19.30 Saturday 7.00—19.30 Sunday and Bank Holidays 7.00—12.30
Post Office 9.00—17.30 9.00—12.30 Closed
Lynn, Marie, Louise, Stacey and Philip will be happy to help and serve you 12 Front Street , Bramham, LS23 6RD - Tel 01937 842275
MAGAZINE COVERS Several people have commented on the coloured photograph on the front page of the Parish Magazine, sadly this costs a little more, but if you would like to sponsor a cover for a particular month we would like to hear from you. It can be anonymous or the name of the company will be printed under the photograph. Please contact Anne Palmer 01937 842850. THE CHURCHYARD, thanks to the hard work of Jeremy Kendall, our churchyard is looking lovely. Many thanks to all those who help to keep the recent graves tidy. Please remember
NOTHING CAN BE ADDED TO A GRAVE STONE OR A GRAVE PLOT WITHOUT THE CONSENT OF THE CLERGY