All Saints’ Church
Bramham Parish News The 4th of August 2014 marked the 100th anniversary of the day Britain entered one of the costliest conflicts in history – the First World War – with fighting continuing until the 11th of November 1918, Armistice Day
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They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.
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November 2014 Issue 142
2 Church Officers for All Saints’ Bramham Rev’d Peter Bristow
Vicar of Lower Wharfe Parish (Bramham, Boston Spa & Walton) and Vicar of Thorp Arch 86 High Street, Boston Spa………………………………………………………………..…. 842454 Rev’d Andy Grant Curate, The Vicarage, Thorpe Arch…………………………………………………………. 541272 Rev’d Trisha Anslow………. Curate, 4 Pine Trees, Boston Spa…………………………………………………………… 844789 Rev’d Stanley Menzies……. Honorary Assistant Priest, 2 Crag Gardens, Bramham…………………………………… 541047
Churchwardens………………Chips Browning, Terry Lug Farmhouse, Bramham Park…………………………… 0113 2892790 Deputy Churchwarden……... Anne Palmer, Old Coach House, Bramham, LS23 6QG…………………………………… 842850 Treasurer…………………….. Mary Clerehugh……………………………………………………………………...…….0113 2441483 Secretary…………………….. Val Clerehugh, Pear Tree Cottage, 1 Windmill Road, Bramham……………………….…. 841150 VCC Members………………. Kate Lofthouse, Gillian Young, Stephen Spencer, Dolly Mullen, Jillian Lawson, Nigel Kitchen, Yvonne Gibson Magazine Editor…………….. Gillian Young, 62 Lyndon Road, Bramham………………………………………….. 843129 Organist……………………… Simon Noble, 1 Barley Hill, Crescent, Garforth……………………………………. 0113 2867998 Church Flowers…………….. Dolly Mullen, 9 Bradford Close, Bramham…………………………………………… 918725 Deanery Synod……………… Jillian Lawson…………………………………………………………………………... 844858 Stepping Stones…………..…Jennie Saynor, Mount House, Willow Lane, Clifford LS23 6JN………………jen@saynor.me.uk Group Office………………….Glenda Webb (Office open Monday-Wednesday 11.00 am to 1.00pm)……………
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WHO’S WHO in Bramham Village Hall Committee……..Chairman: Stewart Gibson………………………………………………………………. 845084 Hall Bookings…………………………………………………………………………….. 07432 330972 Magazine Editor……………..Gillian Young……………………………………………………………………………… 843129 Drama Group………………...Secretary: Christine Suddaby…………………………………………………………... 849455 Sports & Leisure Asscn……..Lindsey Cannon: Secretary……………………………………………………………… 541242 Football Club………………….Dave Jacklyn…………………………………………………………………………….. 07809 561199 Guides…………………………Sarah Clayton Brownies…………………… Sam Fenwick-Scott……………………………………………………………………….07984 672624 Explorer Scouts……………. Justin Atkinson………………………………………………………………………….... 541727 Scouts………………………. Jason Turner (Skip)………………………………………………………………………. 842181 Beavers…………………….. Deborah Atkinson………………………………………………………………………….07944 728399 Cubs………………………… Diane Hare (Akela)………………………………………………………………………..07787 113154 Bramham Primary School… School Administrator Kelly Mosley: Head Teacher Sue Pyatt: …………………….. Deputy Head Teacher Laura Ridsdale: Chair of Governors Sue Morgan…………..
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Bramham Parish Council….. Valerie Whitbread - Chair 541075…………………………………………………………… 541075 Keith Innocent 841197. Alison Mackie 07725 641000. John Dickson 842706. Scott Jones 07779 412817. June Halliday 845564. Fiona Henderson 843197. Stephen Kitchen 843980. Ian Dalton 849455 Clerk Parish Council
Marie Lynch…………………………………………………………………………………
Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Asscn Anne Topping Chair 844529 Jean Dale Secretary 842533 Bramham in Bloom………. Ernest Nichols …….………………………………………………………………………. Community Action Group… Keith Innocent………………………………………………………………………………. Monday Club………………. Mavis Wilson………………………………………………………………………………… Readers Group……………. Jillian Lawson 844858 & Marion Hogg 844191 Bramham Shop & Post Office...Lynne Williams…..……………………………………………………………………...
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3 Clergy Letter from Rev’d Trish Anslow It is amazing how quickly four months passes by! I am sitting in front of my laptop writing this Clergy letter and it seems like only last week that I wrote to you before. I wonder what has happened in your life since you last heard from me. It was the beginning of June if you want to spare the time to recall. I was waiting for those fantastic two weeks in July when I would be on holiday. Fourteen days of lazing around with a book in my hand and not much else to do except apply the sun crème. My mind definitely goes off at a tangent in such circumstances. I spent part of an afternoon thinking about Jesus and whether he took a holiday! I think it must have been a touch of the sun that sparked off the train of thought. We can read about how he kept trying to take time on his own to reflect and pray. He didn’t seem to be successful at that if Matthew’s Gospel is to be read correctly. Jesus withdrew, presumably to be alone (chapter 14), and was immediately besieged by crowds of followers. The only time he was able to be alone seems to be in the Wilderness after his baptism and in the Garden of Gethsemane just before his betrayal. The rest of the time he was at the beck and call of his followers. Jesus tried to teach his disciples to think for themselves about the good news. They were just like you and me, ready to listen and follow instructions, but not too good at thinking it out for themselves! ‘Just tell us what to do!’ We listen to the readings in a service and the preaching on those words and resolve to do as we are bidden. Then our minds forget to take the words and dwell on them! We don’t listen to them as the starting place for reflection and expansion, merely do’s and don’ts. Where would our ministries be if we listened and thought for ourselves? Jesus gave the disciples a great commission to go out and proclaim the good news and make more disciples. They were left to be strengthened by the Spirit, but work it out for themselves. No one told them where to go or how to do it; it was their own choices that eventually spread the word far and wide. We are accused these days of being in a ‘nanny state’; cossetted and wrapped in cotton wool so that we won’t be hurt. Well perhaps we should break out occasionally and find that uncomfortable corner to listen and reflect until it pushes us into doing something. It might be something radical like owning up to being a Christian to a stranger and seeing where the conversation goes, or something more subtle such as joining the next Pilgrim course! It has to be something! Spend a few moments thinking of those first disciples; what if they had heard Jesus’ words, seen the crucifixion, experienced his resurrection and gone home and put the dinner on? We might still be waiting for the good news!
Rev Trish
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Stepping Stones October’s Stepping Stones was the first very well attended – it was fantastic to see some new faces. In preparation for the following Sunday’s Harvest Festival, Reverend Andy told the story of creation – Genesis, and how God created the world. The children were very enthusiastic in following Andy’s story, and in taking part with the activities. The seventh day was especially popular when everyone rested. The children beautifully decorated the harvest hamper boxes which were delivered to members of the community after Sunday’s service. A big thank you to all the ‘Posties’ who helped deliver the much appreciated hampers to the Bramham Villager’s on the list. The Stepping Stones children attend Bramham, Boston Spa (St Mary’s and Primrose Lane) and Thorp Arch schools. More children are attending, and these sessions are becoming increasingly popular. The theme for Stepping Stones is always linked to the Family Service the following Sunday – these services are very relaxed and child friendly. This years Harvest Festival service was very lively and interactive, there were drums, pictures, processions and all sorts! Any child is welcome to attend Stepping Stones regardless of if they attend any Church or not. It is simply a way of meeting other families in a relaxed friendly environment. The next session is on Friday 7th November at All Saints Church - 5.30pm. Novembers Family Service will be our Remembrance Service at All Saints on Sunday (9th November) at 9.45am, followed by a short service at 11am by the war memorial - we do hope you can come. For more information please contact Jen Saynor jen@saynor.me.uk.
ST JOHN’S CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Christmas Fair Saturday 22nd November 10am-1pm We have a range of stalls selling handcrafted and unusual gifts, luxury Christmas puddings, homemade jams and cakes, floral gifts, jewellery, Christmas decorations, cards and stationery, homewares and knitted gifts, raffle and bottle tombola. You can enjoy browsing or relax with a bacon sandwich whilst the children are entertained with craft activities.
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7 BRAMHAM DRAMA GROUP NEWS Have you booked your pantomime tickets yet? Oh, yes we have! ...... Oh no we haven’t! Hurry up and book tickets as they are selling fast. This year’s pantomime is the tale of Dick Whittington and his cat as they leave their northern village to find fortune in London, via an overseas diversion (well this is panto so anything can happen). We have the usual suspects - goodies, baddies, the dame, the comedy pair, the principal boy and girl, and lots of other characters, plus an adult chorus and a large junior contingent this year. Performances and ticket prices are as follows:• Weds 3rd December at 7.30 - £6 • Thurs 4th December at 7.30 - £6 • Friday 5th December at 7.30 - £9 • Sat 6th December at 2pm - £7 Sat 6th December at 7.30 - £9 Please contact Betty Box Office for tickets on 07747 778536. Please text or leave a message if there is no answer and she will return your call. Or you can book by emailing details or the tickets you want to bramhamdramagroup@gmail.com. Christine Suddaby (secretary)
THE BRAMHAM RUNNING CLUB If you want to take up something new, get in shape or simply keep fit Bramham Running Club may be for you! With no formalities, no joining fees and no membership commitments; everyone from Bramham and the surrounding area is welcome to join us. Why not give it a try; meet us in the Village Square (outside the Red Lion) on: Tuesdays @ 5.30pm – gentle 2-3 miles for power-walkers or joggers Tuesdays @ 6.00pm – 4, 5 or 6 mile options Fridays @ 5.30pm – a gentle circuit to ease you into the weekend Sundays @ 10.00am – routes to suit all, usually off-road or in Bramham Park For more information, contact bramhamrunners@outlook.com or find us on the village website www.thisisbramham.co.uk
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9 BRAMHAM VILLAGE HALL NEWS Pool Table – free to a good home! Many users of the hall will know that there is a pool table in the main kitchen. This was used by some of the local gents who latterly played on Monday afternoons, and also by the Youth Group when it was run by Sue and Denise. However, for many years the table has remained covered and unused. The gents who used to play have now said that they would like to donate it to a good home. There are pool cues and balls but the release mechanism for the balls requires old ten pence pieces (which the hall does not have), or a replacement mechanism can be fitted If anyone would like to take the table please contact the Committee (details below). You will have to arrange to remove it and it is very, very heavy.
Car Parking at the Village Hall More and more events are being held at the Village Hall, both regular weekly classes and occasional parties or events. However, the Committee has received complaints from users that they have been unable to park their cars on the car park as spaces have already been taken and cars have parked over two spaces. The Committee does not want to restrict the car park by means of gates and barriers so requests that residents, especially those close to the hall, respect that the car park is for users of the hall.
2015 bookings We are already taking bookings for parties and events in 2015. If you know that you are likely to want to use the hall for your event, especially weekend children’s parties or evening events, please contact the bookings email or telephone number where a committee member can assist in making the booking.
Update on Cosy Cottage The Committee thanks local residents, especially on Low Way, for their patience during the building works at the cottage By the time this article is published we hope that the cottage renovation will be almost complete, with just final decoration to be completed. The committee is grateful for funding from the Parish council and also for those who have supported fund raising events such as the Beer Festival. We also thank those organisers of events who have asked Committee to run a bar – all the profits from these bars goes towards the ongoing renovation of the cottage and the hall.
New Years Eve The regular New Years Eve celebrations will be back this year, by popular demand – see separate item in the magazine for details. The Village Hall can be booked by phone or text on 07432 330972 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, Low Way, Bramham LS23 6QT. Find and follow us on Facebook or see www.thisisbramham.co.uk.
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Saturday 22nd NOVEMBER to be held in Bramham Village Hall
Doors open at 2.00 pm - Admission ÂŁ1 - Children free
This is the main fund raising event of All Saints’ Church and we do rely heavily upon your generous support. Please come along and enjoy the many stalls. 845084
RAFFLE TICKETS are now on sale. Please contact Yvonne Gibson on if you are able to sell some for us. If you cannot come to the Bazaar, please buy raffle tickets instead. As always there will be a great number of lovely prizes. TOMBOLA - If you have any prizes for the Tombola, please leave them in Church or give to any member of the Village Church Council.
HELP We need some strong men to help put the tables up at 11.00 am and dismantle at 4.00. If you can come along at these times you would be more than welcome !!
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Bramham Parish Council www.thisisbramham.co.uk
October 2014 Update ....communica ng with residents
To all Bramham residents: Update from October Meeting
Pavilion Completion Underway!
The Parish Council is delighted to report that it has agreed a contractor to complete the pavilion, and by the time you read this work should have started, with a target of finishing before Christmas. This includes completion and decorating of the building, and external car parking, pathways and landscaping. We look forward to developing the pavilion and playing field into a true village facility, starting with the welcome return home of Bramham Football Club. Don’t forget – we need residents to get involved in running the pavilion and in fund raising to support it. Please think about giving just some of your time for your village. If you might be interested please contact the clerk or talk to a councillor.
New playground! We have also agreed a supplier and a design for a new playground to completely replace the existing one which is now old and costly to maintain. It’s a super design, taking into account the views we gathered from playground users, particularly the children from Bramham school. We do have to clarify planning issues with Leeds City Council but aim to construct the playground early in the New Year. Do have a look on our website www.thisisbramham.co.uk to see the design!
Village Hall! The Village Hall now has its new roof, and work on the cottage attached to the Village Hall is making great strides. Once the cottage is complete and let, it will provide a valuable income to help to enable the Village Hall to continue as a much loved and much used village facility. Thank you to Cllr Ian Dalton and resident Mick Wray for the enormous amount of their own time and hard work put into this project. Without them it would not have been possible. Continued on page 15
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These 3 projects have been funded from the Option Agreement monies received from Leeds City Council for the sale of the Freely Lane strip of land, making a real positive difference to Bramham! It is great for the council to be able to share all this good news with you and thank you to residents who have supported the council in getting all these projects off the ground. Beer Festival: Thank you to the Village Hall committee for another excellent Beer Festival, it was lovely to see so many residents and visitors enjoying it. A64 resurfacing: Resurfacing of the A64 Eastbound carriageway, initially between Bramham and Headley Bar, then between Tadcaster and Askham Bryan, is taking place from 15 October. Any queries should be with the Highways Agency 03001235000, email ha_info@highways.gsi.gov.uk Next Meeting: Wednesday 5th November 7.30 pm in The Senior Citizens’ Centre. 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 www.thisisbramham.co.uk. Contact: Marie Lynch Bramham Parish Clerk
E mail: clerk@bramhamparishcouncil.org.uk Address: 1 Fossards Close, Bramham, LS23 6WD Website: www.thisisbramham.co.uk
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CHURCH HARVEST The Harvest was celebrated on Sunday 12th October, when the children of Stepping Stones contributed in their own particular way with their prayers and music. After the service we celebrated further with a soup and cheese lunch at the home of Anne Palmer. Thank you to Anne and Molly for preparing the lunch. We raised about £35 for Church funds. We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who helped to decorate the church for the Harvest Thanksgiving and to everyone who gave the produce and the young members of Stepping Stones who made such lovely covered boxes and distributed the harvest produce to senior citizens in the village.
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17 MONDAY CLUB The next Monday Club is on
3rd November at 1.30 pm in Bramham Village Hall when the speaker will talk about Wills, Tax (and toy boys!!!) This will be a very interesting and informative talk, so do spread the word to your friends and relations and persuade them to come along and find out lots of things which will be of interest and useful to you - your will, tax etc. On the October meeting, many thanks to Peggy Kitchen who ran a flower workshop. The ladies turned out in full force and all made a lovely little table Arrangement. (the men decided this was not for them!!)
Rev’d Stanley Menzies judged the end results and although all the arrangements were lovely he chose Dolly Mullen and Gladys Horsley as the winners. A date for your diary A Christmas Afternoon tea on 8th December when Collingham Lady Singers will entertain. If you need a lift next time pleas ring
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Become a WiSE Volunteer Due to the success of our WiSE Owl Café in Boston Spa, we are currently in need of additional people to help serve our lovely customers and to bake cakes for us. We would also welcome volunteer befrienders and drivers for our recently introduced transport scheme. Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, use hidden talents and gain valuable work experience. You will also make a real difference to the lives of local people. If you think you can help us and would like to find out more,
please call 01937 588994 and ask to speak to Neil Bellamy or alternatively email info@w-ise.org.uk.
ARTHRITIS RESEARCH UK Thank you very much to everyone who came to the Edwina Hayes Concert. We made a wonderful £753.40. Our next event is a
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Friday 28th November 2014 Bramham Village Hall at 7.30pm Tickets £5 from Bramham Post Office or Sheila Clayton 01937 842954
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21 Sunday Services at Bramham All Saints for November 2nd November
All Saints’ Day
10.00 am Holy Communion Presentation of NADFAS Church Record
9th November
Remembrance Sunday
9.45 am Remembrance Sunday Family Service 10.50am Short service at Bramham War Memorial
16th November
2nd Sunday before Advent
10.00 am Celtic Service 4.00 pm Group Memorial Service
23rd November
Christ the King
8.00 am 10.00 am
Holy Communion Holy Communion
30th November
Advent Sunday
10.00 am
Holy Communion
Week Day Services Holy Communion at All Saints Bramham Friday 7th November at 10.00 am Any alteration to Services will be announced in Church or detailed on the notice board
The following children who were baptised In All Saints’ Bramham celebrate their birthdays in November We wish them a Happy Birthday and Every Blessing 9th November 2002 10th November 2004 10th November 2007 16th November 2000 21st November 2004 21st November 2001 22nd November 2002 25th November 2010 26th November 2010 26th November 2013 27th November 2004
Aaron Kieran Campbell Jack Anthony Haigh Lara Haigh Grace Rosemond Daniells Isabella Kathryn Lloyd Lauren Mary Buch Ella Ruby Jackson Rose Saynor George David Bouer Roghery Evan Richard Philip Wood Emily Grace Beaumont
Holy Baptism All Saints’ Church Bramham 12th October 2014
Adriana Louise Gill ANNUAL MEMORIAL SERVICE For all who have died during the last year will be held in Bramham Church on 16th November at 4.00 pm Everyone welcome , especially if you have recently
We need a volunteer to provide and serve coffee after the service on the 4th Sunday of the month. Please speak to Dolly if you can help with this.
ART EXHIBITION 22nd and 23rd November The Art Group is presenting an exhibition of its work on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November in Church. This is the same weekend as the Christmas Bazaar and enables you to take in both events. The exhibition will be open from 2 to 4.30 pm on the Saturday and from 11.30am to 3.30pm on the Sunday. At the close of the exhibition on the Sunday there will be a short act of reflection with music and meditation to which everyone is most warmly invited. Stanley Menzies
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23 From the Book of Remembrance for
All Saints’ Bramham On these days of the month of November Please pray for the repose of the souls of:1st 2nd 3rd 5th 7th 9th
13th 14th 15th 16th 17th 18th 20th 21st 22nd 24th 25th 28th 29th 30th
Grace Hugill 1980 Simon Harvard Pearson 1996 Graham Finch 1983 Thomas Horsley 1996 Wendy McKenna 2009 Mary Campbell 2004 Kathleen Florence Knight Harry Birdsall 1957 Clifford Pottage 1968 Charles Bigland 1973 Pam Nussey 1999 Peter Spencer 1997 David Peter Edward Eastwood 2008 John Lewis Wilfred Shaw 1997 Ada Louisa Clark 2000 Marcia Mary Lane Fox Ellen Kitchen 1988 Joseph Hiley 1989 Mary Hiley 1999 Annie Elizabeth Pottage 1988 James William Mullen 2004 Sarah Elizabeth (Nan) Reynolds 2000 Harry Tindall 2009 Christopher William Cook 1997 Hilda Mainprize 2003 William Knight 2001 Mary Parkes Evelyn Elizabeth Hatfield 1980 Iris Dykes 1992 Alice Levitt 1999 Victoria Lane Fox 1997 Kenneth George Nussey 2011
The Blessed Sacrament is permanently reserved in All Saints' Bramham for the sick and dying. Rev’d Trish Anslow Tel: 01937 844789 or The Parish Office 01937 844402 would be grateful to receive the names of those who are sick or those needing a special visit..
Readers Rota November Sunday 2nd November Sunday 9th November Sunday 16th November Sunday 23rd November Sunday 30th November
Jacqui Turner Jennie Saynor Jill Lawson Yvonne Gibson Barbara Baker
Anyone who is unable to read on their allocated day, please contact Andy Beaumont on 541353
OPEN DOOR DRAW Congratulations to the winner in the Church Open Door Scheme September Draw.
No. 191 - Mr Dennis Johnson Thank you to new and existing members. There are still places available if you would like to join. Best Wishes from the Village Church Council.
May they Rest in Peace and Rise in Glory
Richard Jessop
CAROLS ROUND THE TREE FRIDAY 19th DECEMBER Please keep the date free - Senior Citizens Centre 7.00 pm
Mince pies and mulled wine Bring a torch or lantern
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25 HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE Home Safety tips, in association with Home Instead Senior Care, Wetherby and North Leeds. One of the biggest fears for elderly people is the thought of having a fall or an accident in the home. Falls can be very serious at any age but an elderly person may take far longer to recover from its effects. Whilst accidents do happen, many can be prevented. This month we share with you a few tips on how to make your home a safe haven and minimise the risk of having an unnecessary accident. Who Believe it or not more women than men have accidents in the home! What? Falling downstairs, tripping over loose tiles, flooring and left items. Suffering loss of balance after rising from a seated position too quickly or maybe having a dizzy spell. Slipping on wet floors, losing stability due to ill-fitting footwear. Why? There are all sorts of reasons why an accident occurs. Many are down to external factors in our environment that could be avoided with a little forward planning. Installing grip rails and sturdy bannisters, making sure areas of risk such as staircases are well lit, checking that flooring and equipment are up to standard and carrying out repairs before it’s too late. Be safe with fire, get a smoke alarm, test it regularly and always have an escape route planned. Avoid burns and scalds by not carrying very hot liquids, ensure your hot water bottle is of good quality and using rear hotplates on your cooker to prevent knocking a pan off the cooker. How? If you have a fall, how do you cope? Firstly don’t panic. If you are able to get up, do so very slowly, holding onto a firm object and putting a soft object under your knee if possible whilst you take the strain to stand up. Then sit down and rest a while. If you are hurt try to get comfortable until help arrives. Keep warm starting with feet and legs and try to move position regularly as this will improve your comfort. When? Accidents can occur all year round but in winter the elderly are particularly vulnerable. Hypothermia may not sound like an accident but it should be avoidable. Wear several layers of thin clothing, eat light regular meals and take drinks throughout the day. Make sure you move about regularly and don’t be afraid to contact your local gas and electric supplier to discuss any difficulties you may be experiencing with your bills.
For further help and advice or information about Home Instead Senior Care, please contact margaret.brennan@homeinstead.co.uk or call 01937 220510.
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27 BRAMHAM IN BLOOM NEW BENCH As you will probably have seen, there is a new bench at the top of Wetherby Road. It is made of recycled plastic for two reasons, it is environmentally friendly and also will require little if any maintenance. It now means that there is a circuit of benches from Bowcliffe Road back into the Village and residents can now take a walk in easy stages. The bench was funded by a grant from the Parish Council and installed by Leeds City Council.
AGM The AGM was held on the 21st October. There will be a full review in next months Parish Magazine.
BRAMHAM NSPCC COMMITTEE INVITES YOU TO
IT’S BACK!
An Evening of Musical Theatre
The New Year’s Eve Party
Featuring
by popular demand
in Bramham Village Hall
OVATION on Saturday November 15th at Bramham Village Hall 7.30 for 8.00 Tickets £15 each 2 course supper - Bar - Raffle Please phone Margaret on 01937 844688 for tickets.
Tickets £10 (details in December’s Parish Magazine
The Drighlington Brass Band will again be giving a Christmas Concert at Bramham Park on
Wednesday 17th December 2014 commencing 7.30 pm in aid of All Saints’ Church Funds Tickets £20 each are limited. If you would like to go, please speak to Peggy Kitchen
01937 843378
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29 LOTHERTON HALL ABERFORD YOUNG ARTISTS’ RECITALS SUNDAY 2nd NOVEMBER
LOTHERTON HALL ABERFORD YOUNG ARTISTS’ RECITALS SUNDAY 7th DECEMBER 2014
2.00 pm
2.00 pm
Bethany Seymour (soprano) and Ben Horden (piano)
The O`Brien Piano Trio
Wetherby Choral Society
Wetherby Choral Society
presents Elgar – Sea Pictures Mendelssohn – Hebrides Overture Vaughan Williams – A Sea Symphony at St James’ Parish Church, Wetherby
presents
Programme to be confirmed The Trio appear by kind permission of the Programme of English Songs 1800-1900 Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester to include works by Followed by tea and cakes Pinto, Bishop,Wesley, Sullivan, in the Servants’ Gallery Cowan, Stanford and Parry Tickets to include tea, cakes and admission to Followed by tea and cakes the Hall £11.50 Concessions £10.50 in the Servants’ Gallery Family (2 children and 2 adults) £20.00. Tickets to include tea, cakes and admission to the Car parking is free with pre-booked tickets. Hall £11.00. Concessions £9.50; Available from Wendy Shuttleworth, Lotherton Family (2 children and 2 adults) £20.00. Hall, Aberford, Leeds LS25 3EB. Cheques Car parking is free with pre-booked tickets. payable to Leeds City Council. Available from Wendy Shuttleworth, Lotherton Please enclose a SAE. Hall,Aberford, Leeds LS25 3EB. Cheques payable Alternatively telephone 0113 281 3259. to Leeds City Council. Please enclose a SAE. Alternatively telephone 0113 378 2959
Handel – Messiah at St James’ Parish Church, Wetherby
Saturday 20th December 2014 Saturday 22th November 2014
7.30 p.m.
7.30 p.m. Tickets £16 Tickets £14 available from St James’ Church Office, Church Street, Wetherby Monday–Friday, 9 am–12 noon (telephone: 01937 583074),
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31 A NEW LISTENING SERVICE ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH 3rd NOVEMBER On the first Monday of each month there will be someone with many years experience of helping the bereaved and other issues, available to listen to you. This is not Counselling, simply an understanding and confidential listener. Please feel free to drop in to Bramham Church between 10.00 and 12 noon on the first Monday of each month. Molly Browning
YORKSHIRE COUNTRYWOMEN’S ASSOCIATION At our September meeting we were entertained to a cookery demonstration by Mrs Margaret Karn, featuring recipes Au Flambeau . As we could all sample the end products, well lubricated with brandy, we had a most enjoyable evening. Our Christmas Lunch will be on Wednesday 19th November. Jean Dale
BRAMHAM VILLAGE STORE Do you fancy earning some extra money?
Bramham Village Store requires someone to do the Clifford paper round. This would be a permanent position and would involve approximately 1 hour each morning Monday to Friday - 7.00am to 8.00am (times can be discussed) delivering papers on a route around Clifford village. Would require own transport. Reasonable rate of pay plus allowance for petrol. If you are interested or would like to discuss further please
contact Lynn at the Bramham Village Store on 01937 842275.
BRAMHAM CALENDAR By the time you read this magazine, the Calendar should be on sale at ÂŁ7 each. Please buy one and support your village Church. There are some really wonderful photos this year. They are available from the Village Shop, Bramham Hairdressers, Gill Young, Stanley Menzies and from all members of the Village Church Council. If you want to post one for a Christmas present, please ask for the appropriate sized envelope.
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33 REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY Remembrance Sunday this year is on Sunday 9th November. This day and the two minutes silence has been observed since the end of the 1st World War but their relevance remains undimmed. When we bow our heads in reflection we remember those who fought for freedom in the two World Wars but we also remember and honour those who lost their lives in more recent conflicts in Afghanistan and in acts of terror 9/11 and in London. The Remembrance Service in Bramham is an important occasion and you are invited to come to All Saints at 9.45 am to honour the fallen and to reflect on the urgent need to overcome violence and to build lasting peace. At the conclusion of the service we all walk to the War Memorial for the Act of Remembrance at 11.00 am. Please join us when Bramham participates in this solemn national event and people from various organisations lay their separate wreaths. In Flanders' fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place: and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly, Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders' fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe; To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high, If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders' Fields.
THE POPPY Over 40 million poppies are distributed by the Legion every year at the end of October and up to 11th November. Each and every poppy is a symbol of Remembrance and hope, and millions of people make the individual choice to wear one. The Royal British Legion was formed after the First World War which was hoped to be "the war to end all wars". But war and conflict have continued and today our Armed Forces are still experiencing casualties. The Legion will ensure that the memory of those who have given their lives in the Service of their Country, will continue and will be honoured - evermore.
Poppies will be on sale at various points in the village and in Church. Please give generously.
34 WERE YOU THERE? Did you see him? Were you there? Tall and handsome, Short blonde hair. In his serge Just like the rest No medals yet Upon his chest.
Charge their weapons As they were taught, to serve Share a tab To steady their nerve? Did he stand out As one of the best? When he stepped up To his final quest?
Was he alone there as he lay? Or with pals, side by side? Did you close his eyes Gently when he died? He was our son, Our future, our blood So few knew him Fewer would.
Did he smile As he passed you by? Did he nod As he caught your eye? Did he march proudly As though not a care? On that road To Flesquières
Did he have a chance Or fait accompli ? As they advanced How far could it be? Did you see him? Were you there? Did you see him fall? Was it too much to bear?
No miracle No saving grace No welcome home No sweetheart's embrace. Whole generations will now never be His line has gone And so has he.
Did he look weary? Had they walked for hours? Did they rest a while In fields of flowers? Did they shelter At the farm? Share their rations In stable or barn?
Did you hold his hand? Did you see him? Whisper a prayer? I was denied Or was there no time Were you there? As hope turned to despair? When our soldier died? Did you see him? Were you there? At 19 he gave his life We know not where. This poem was written by Dena Richards, Bramham To the memory of Private H. F. Myers, Northumberland Regiment Lost 27th October 1918
ARMISTICE DAY At The Eleventh Hour of the Eleventh Day of the Eleventh Month WE WILL REMEMBER THEM We shall meet to READ THE NAMES at the War Memorial on Tuesday the 11th November at 11.00 am Please feel free to join us
BRAMHAM PRIMARY SCHOOL The School Service in beginning of Grant and officiated.
held their Harvest Festival Bramham Church at the October, when Rev’d Andy Rev’d Stanley Menzies
It was good to see such a large turnout of the families supporting the children. Many Senior Citizens of the village would like to pass on their thanks to the courteous children from the school who delivered the lovely decorated parcel from their harvest display.
35 WHAT’S ON IN BRAMHAM 2nd Nov Presentation of NADFAS Church Record - 10.00 am Bramham Church 2nd Nov Lotherton Hall Young Artists’ Recitals 2.00 pm 3rd Nov Listening Service, Bramham Church from 10.00 (until 12 noon) 3rd Nov Monday Club 1.30 pm 5th Nov Parish Council Meeting 7.30 pm Senior Citizens’ Centre 9th Nov Remembrance Sunday Service Church 9.50 War Memorial 10.50 11th Nov Armistice Day at the War Memorial 11.00 pm 11th Nov Bramham Readers Group 7.30 pm The Swan 11th Nov Bell Practice 7.00 pm 15th Nov NSPCC An evening of Musical Theatre 7.30 pm Village Hall 19th Nov YCA Christmas Lunch 22nd Nov Christmas Fair St Johns Catholic School 10.00—1.00pm 22nd Nov Church Bazaar 2.00 pm 22nd Nov Wetherby Choral Society St James’ Parish Church, Wetherby 7.30 pm 22nd/23rd Nov Art Exhibition, Bramham Church 25th Nov Bell Practice 7.00 pm 28th Nov Fashion Show by Life and Soul Clothing 7.30 pm Village Hal1 3rd/6th Dec Dick Whittingham - Village Pantomime 7th Dec Lotherton Hall Young Artists’ Recital 2.00 pm 8th Dec Monday Club Christmas Tea 17th Dec Christmas Brass Band Concert at Bramham Park 7.30 pm 19th Dec Carols round the Tree 7.00 pm 20th Dec Wetherby Choral Society - Messiah 7.30 pm 31st Dec New Year at the Village Hall Please see new adverts: Page 25 - Ovenease Page 25 - Surplus Plants from Red Hall Nursery BRAMHAM VILLAGE STORE and POST OFFICE Please take the opportunity to call in to see us, we provide: • • • • • • • • • • •
Post Office services, FREE cash withdrawal facility at the post office 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, stationery and general accessories Mobile phone, Gas and Electricity top up’s, cash back facility Dry Cleaning drop off/collection service Mondays and Thursdays Lynn, Marie, Tracey, Louise and Sam will be happy to help and serve you. Village Store Post Office Mon-Fri. 06.00-19.30 09.00-17.30 Saturday 07.00-19.30 09.00-12.30 Sunday 07.00-12.30 Closed Bank Hols 07.00-12.30 Closed 12 Front Street, Bramham LS23 6RD Tel: 01937 842275
36 Useful Telephone Numbers Police Non emergency - incident already taken place 101 (including burglary) Police Incident actually happening (including burglary) 999 Police Support Officer for Bramham)…... ……. 0113 2855374 Doctor - Boston Spa ……………………….…. 01937 842842 Doctor - Bramham ……………….…………… 01937 845854 York & District Hospital…………………...…… 01904 631313 Harrogate District Hospital………………....….. 01423 885 959 St James Hospital……………………............... 0113 243 3144 Leeds Infirmary…………………………………. 0113 243 2799 Seacroft Hospital…………………………….…. 0113 264 8164 Train Enquiries………………………………….. 0845 748 4950 Leeds City Council (general enquiries)……….. 0113 222 4444 LCC Social Services (children)…………….….. 0113 222 4403 LCC Social Service (adults)……………….…... 0113 222 4401 LCC Refuse and Pest Control……………..…. 0113 222 4406 LCC Benefits Advice & Council Tax ……..…. 0113 222 4404 LCC Highway faults,Pot Holes,Street Ltg,Drains…… 0113 222 4407 LCC Parking Services……………………..…... 0113 395 0050 LCC Planning Dept………………………..……. 0113 222 4409 British Gas Emergencies………………………. 0800 111 999 Yorkshire Electricity Emergencies………..…... 0800 375 675 Yorkshire Water, Day & Night ……………....... 0845 124 2424 Metro Bus Enquiries……………...……….……. 0113 245 7676 National Express Buses……………………..…. 0870 580 8080 Noise complaints out of office hours………….. 0113 240 7361 Wetherby Library……………………………..…. 01937 583144 Boston Spa Library…………………………...... 01937 845239 NHS Direct…………………………………..….. 0845 46 47 Chemist - Cohen's Boston Spa…………….. 01937 842985 Citizens Advice Bureau (Crossgates)……...… 0844 477 4788 Crime Stoppers………………………..……….. 0800 555 111 Childline…………………………………………. 0800 11 11
Articles for the
December magazine should be sent to: Gill Young 62 Lyndon Road, Bramham by
14th November Tel: 01937 843129 or email gill@newcollege4.f9.co.uk Mobile Library The weekly visit of the library to Bramham is on Mondays 1.30 pm to 2.30 pm in Lyndon Road
Thought for the Month Make happy those who are near and those who are far will come A Chinese proverb
A smile for November There once was a small town that was swarmed by wild squirrels. The squirrels made their home in the town's three churches. The three vicars all made efforts to remove the squirrels. At the end of the year, the vicars met up to compare their results. The first vicar spoke, "We still have squirrels, our faith believes that God will do as God see's fit...so we did nothing, putting the issue in our creators hands”. Unfortunately God did not see fit to remove the squirrels. They are still there and do not seem to be leaving. The second vicar spoke, "We have even more squirrels. God gives us challenges to overcome and make us stronger. So we fought the squirrels with traps, poisons, cats, but nothing worked. We have not yet found a way to conquer them. They have become more vicious and established in our building” The third vicar spoke, "Our squirrels are all gone, we just baptised and confirmed them and they all left. They only come back at Christmas and Easter."