crowlefeb2025 by Arrow Publications Ltd

Welcome to the Crowle and Ealand Arrow!

In early January we experienced a significant cold spell. Temperatures in Crowle dropped to as low as –7ºc with days struggling to reach above 3ºc. Please remember the more vulnerable people in your villages!

Try and keep in touch and offer practical help and reach out. Regularly check on your family, friends and neighbours.

Keep the Arrow updated with events for 2025, we have space on the News page to let the community know what’s on in the local area.

The March issue deadline for adverts and content is 7th February. The Arrow will be delivered by the 31st March.

Isle of Axholme News

The folk dances run by local folk dance band Lys St Georges continue this spring as follows:

Thursday 6 February Thursday 13 February

Thursday 20 February Thursday 27 February

Thursday 6 March Thursday 13 March

Thursday 20 March Thursday 27 March

They are all in Westwoodside Village Hall, starting at 2.30pm and lasting till 4pm.

You don’t need a partner nor any experience in country dancing, and these friendly dances will be suitable for all levels of fitness. There’ll be live music and expert tuition. As one dancer said at the end of an earlier programme ‘What's not to like! Live music, gentle exercise, lots and lots of fun and every assistance.’

There’s a small admission charge of £3 for each dance. For more information contact Kate Billmore on 01427 753363 or Peter Barnard on 01427 873937.

Crowle & District WI meeting on Thursday 6th February 2025 is by Leanne Smart from Lincs Wildlife Trust, Far Ings Barton. She will talk to us about all aspects of Wildlife and how to look afer birds etc through the winter.. The venue is Crowle Community Hall, Woodland Avenue, Crowle DN17 4LL and starts at 7pm. We also hold a Welfare monthly for members who just want a chat or are feeling a bit lonely and want a cuppa and chat at Joy's house and we have a members sub group, Crafty Bees, which members can join for a small fee. Please come along to any of our main meetings, you will be made very welcome. Non Crowle WI members and visitors £4.50

For more information contact : Trish Hindley on 07894318013, e mail : crowleanddistrictwi@gmail.com or Facebook at Crowle and District WI

Happy new year from everyone at St Oswald's Many thanks to all who attended the Christmas services, all of which were well received Tea@Two will return on Wednesday February 5th

Isle Group of the Lincolnshire

Wildlife Trust British Wildlife by John Gardener Thursday February 6th 2025 7.30pm

Our February meeting will be on Thursday February 6th 2025 at 7.30pm when we will be having an illustrated talk on British wildlife, especially wildlife photographed in the Yorkshire area. John Gardener is a superb professional photographer whose main interest is in wildlife, although he does commercial photography for a living. He has visited us before several years ago and we know we will be in for a treat.

For your diary our future meetings will be:March 6th – Wildlife of the Forest of Dean and the Cotswolds

April 3rd - Wildlife of Florida

May 1st - An evening with Matt Cox

We meet at Belton All Saints Centre (Church Hall), Stocks Hill, Belton, DN9 1PE Everyone is welcome, you don't have to be a member of the Wildlife Trust, so please come along and join us. Entrance fee is £2. There will be refreshments available and a raffle. For further information about the local Trust group and their meetings please contact Tony Lee on 01427 753831 or Chris Trinder on 01427 872051. Details about the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust can be found on their web site.

On Your Doorstep at Garthorpe Village Hall

“The Island in the Trent”

The story of Island Farm, from the 17th to the 22nd Century. Jiggy Lloyd speaking, with contributions from the Reed family and the RSPB.

Wednesday 5th February

Doors will open at 7pm, when refreshments will be served, and the talk will begin at 7.30. There will be a £3 entry charge per head, to cover glass of wine, tea or coffee.

It is not necessary to book in advance.

Garthorpe Village Hall is on Shore Road, Garthorpe, almost opposite the church. For details or queries please call 01724-798118 or e-mail garthorpevh@btinternet.com

TRENT VALLEY

All General Building Work

- Walls removed

- Modernisation

- Alterations

- Roofing repairs

- Re-roofing

- Chimney Stack repair

- Fibre glass and rubber re-roofing

- Plastering

- Landscaping

Established over 30 years

The Hall, Station Road, Owston Ferry, DN9 1AW 07766 688111 (evening) 0800 0689969 (day) info@tvm.ltd

We offer a wide range of services across all areas of accountancy, taxation and payroll so if you can answer yes to any of the following questions:

• Is tax too taxing?

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......then please get in touch for a free initial consultation – we’d be delighted to hear from you!

Tel: 01724 711047 Email: info@gildersons.co.uk www.gildersons.co.uk www.facebook.com/gildersonsaccountants Office: 51 High Street, Crowle, North Lincolnshire, DN17 4LB

Get ready for an exciting spring at Crowle Peatland Railway!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Event in December! Over a thousand delighted visitors made their way to Santa's Grotto at the end of the line, while many others enjoyed the festive atmosphere of the Christmas Market in the Barn. This event plays a crucial role in securing the necessary funds to cover our operating costs throughout the year. We hope you all had a wonderful time and look forward to welcoming you back to the railway throughout the coming year.

Upcoming Events:

 Easter Weekend Open Days (April 19th & 20th): Enjoy a delightful Easter weekend with us! Trains will be running throughout both days, and the cafe will be open from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, serving up delicious treats.

Sunday Brunch (March 23rd): Indulge in a hearty Sunday Brunch featuring Parkin's sausages and bacon. The cafe will be open from 10:00 am, and trains will be running from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Join the Fun!

Even during the "off-season," the work continues at Crowle Peatland Railway! Our dedicated volunteers gather every Wednesday and Saturday morning from 10:00 am to lend a hand.

Exciting Projects Ahead:

This year promises to be a busy one, with several exciting projects on the horizon in addition to maintenance of the locomotives and site:

 Reroofing the Lisbon Tram: Ensuring this historic tram continues to run for years to come.

 Restoring Isle of Man Tipper Wagons: Bringing these vintage wagons back to their former glory.

Completing the New Platform: Enhancing the visitor experience with improved facilities for disabled pssengers.

Become a Part of the Team!

We are always looking for new members and volunteers to join our friendly and supportive community. Whether you have a passion for railways, enjoy working with your hands, or simply love to be part of something special, there's a place for you at Crowle Peatland Railway.

Visit Us Today!

Come down to Crowle Peatland Railway on Saturdays or Wednesdays from 10:00 to learn more about our volunteer opportunities and see firsthand what we do. We welcome visitors of all ages and skill levels.

Keep up to date:

Website: https://peatland.co.uk

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/ CrowlePeatlandRailway Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/ crowle_peatrailway/

Calling All History Buffs!

Join the Crowle Heritage Society for Upcoming Talks

The Crowle Heritage Society is excited to announce its upcoming meetings, packed with intriguing local history!

Thursday, March 13th: A Nostalgic Journey Through Crowle's Past

Dust off your old photo albums! This month's meeting invites you to share a glimpse into Crowle's history through cherished photographs. Bring along any photos you have and share them on the big screen with fellow history enthusiasts.

Thursday, April 10th: Unveiling the Story of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry with David Wroe

David Wroe will be our guest speaker in April, delving into the fascinating history of the King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry (KOYLI).

Meetings & Membership

All meetings are held at the Crowle Market Hall (above the Library) in Crowle Market Place at 7:30 PM.

Become Part of Our Heritage Family!

The Heritage Society is actively seeking new members to join our ranks and contribute to keeping Crowle's history alive. If you're passionate about preserving the past and planning exciting events, we encourage you to get involved!

For more information or to inquire about membership, please contact Angus Townley at angus@townley.com or 07739 921835.

Angus Townley

angus@townley.com www.owletthall.com

Rose Nail & Beauty Lounge is a brand new home based salon in Gunness, North Lincolnshire.

We specialise in nail enhancements, gel polish and builder gel, acrylic overlay and extensions, manicures, pedicures and eyebrow and eyelash waxing and tinting.

The salon is an inviting, modern and comfortable space perfectly designed for pampering and relaxation.

We stock a wide range of gel polish colours and provide not only the traditional wet pedicure but we also combine this with the e-file for better results.

We offer a traditional 10-mile route and a shorter five-mile route, to encourage as many people as possible to get involved and experience the very special atmosphere that the Glow Walk evening brings.

Entry is £15, but if you're walking in a group of 5 or more, we're offering a discounted rate of £12.50 per person which you can select when purchasing your tickets.

New For This Year - Keep the party going and join us for Afterglow! We will be hosting a glow party at Redbourne Club the following night. Bolt-on your invite for an extra £5 when you secure your ticket! 13th September 7 pm - 11:30 pm.

We'll have pre-event music and a fun warm-up, and glow walkers are encouraged to literally light up the night with their outfits and accessories, whilst raising sponsorship to provide the much-needed funds Lindsey Lodge needs to continue to provide its care.

For the last mile of the walk, we are offering our walkers the option to walk with a memory lantern to remember their loved ones.

When they return to the Hospice there will be a designated area in our garden where they leave their candle on the letters spelling out ‘Glow’ and write a message if they wish. There will also be a screen sharing memory photos of our walkers’ loved ones, which they can send to us in advance by sending to marketing@lindseylodgehospice.org.uk

Whether it’s to walk in memory of a friend or loved one, a way of keeping fit, or simply to do something different with your friends on a Friday night – whatever the reason, you’ll be sure of a fantastic night – all in aid of Lindsey Lodge!

The Great North Run is famous for its inclusive atmosphere, unbeatable on-route entertainment and warm Geordie welcome! From the rush of the Red Arrows flying overhead to the oggy-oggy-oggy chants, Great North Run magic can be hard to understand – until you’ve experienced it for yourself on the Newcastle to South Shields route.

Registration Price: £30

£300 minimum sponsorship ask

Each participant will be expected to raise a minimum of £300 in sponsorship to cover the costs , but there are several rewards based on the sponsorship level you achieve:

 £300 in sponsorship will get you your medal, certificate on completion of the challenge and a personalised Lindsey Lodge water bottle

 £500 will get you your very own Challenge with Lindsey Lodge Hoodie!

Don't miss out and book online now

We only have 25 spaces available - so apply today!