crowle and ealand arrow by Arrow Publications Ltd

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Eastoft Luddington Amcotts Althorpe Derrythorpe 3200 copies

November 2021

Issue 144

Samaritans Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoebox appeal Come and join us in this exciting project to give children around the world a Gift this Christmas by packing a Shoebox to send to communities where families struggle to provide for their children. Something special to make a child smile in this season of Giving. Wrap and pack your shoebox with toys, a cuddly bear, stationery, soap and a toothbrush, other items like a scarf, hat, gloves, T-shirt, cap, hair accessories, sun glasses etc. Whatever you can fit in that’s new. Or donate a selection of the above which can be used in many boxes – a few packets of crayons or small colouring books, knitted hats, packet of hair clips – anything NEW gratefully received to put a smile on their faces! The Shoebox drop off point is Epworth Baptist Church, Station Road, Epworth DN9 1JZ Sundays, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 to 10am Or we can arrange collection from you if you have a few boxes or gifts Last date - Sunday 14th November to ensure they are sent for Christmas. Choose an age range for a Boy or Girl (ages: 2-4, 5-9 or 10-14), pack your items and add a donation of £5 to help pay for transport and distribution costs. You can also pack a box online or donate here and follow your box’s journey.

www.samaritans-purse.org.uk/what-we-do/ operation-christmas-child Please help make a child smile, share with them the real meaning of the season, the coming of Jesus at Christmas, with a shoe box showing your gift of Love.

For more help, a pre-printed shoe box, donation leaflet or collection please ring:

Claire Todd: 07976 To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912807083 643010

The remaining members of Crowle and Ealand Methodist Churches are making a heartfelt plea to the local community to help preserve our Heritage before it is too late. Both chapels are struggling to keep going with dwindling congregations and one, or both, could face closure in the next 12 months unless more support is forthcoming. November 16th marks the 117th anniversary of Crowle’s Fieldside Church but this year there won’t be much of a celebration. We’re not appealing for money (although donations are always welcome) but for support, either as worshipping Christians and/or as volunteers to assist with fund raising, a vital ingredient towards on-going maintenance costs. Refreshments are part of fund raising events but now our ‘Tea team’ of 4 has dropped to one illustrating how serious this crisis is. Without fundraising we cannot carry on and without more helpers we cannot fund-raise. Crowle Chapel is not simply for Sunday services but serves the local community in many other ways (when not restricted by Covid) such as: Monthly Coffee Mornings (average attendance 50 to 60); Weekly Craft Group sessions; Weekly ‘Call In’ Mornings; Pastoral work visiting elderly and non-Churchgoers; Supporting Scunthorpe’s Food Bank. Another project has been monthly sponsorship of a boy from Liberia, Africa,(amounting to almost £1,800). We started when he was 4 and today the teenager still keeps in touch to thank us. For years Crowle Chapel staged popular Summer Concerts until lack of manpower ended them . It’s a similar scenario at Ealand Chapel, first opened in 1882 and now the village’s only place of worship. Mary Brown, 86; continues to fulfil her stewarding duties despite serious health problems and admits it’s a real struggle to keep going but without new blood she’s reluctant to give up her post. She says: “I’m heartbroken and sad to be facing possible closure. I’ve fond memories of all the good times we’ve enjoyed here. “I first attended Sunday School in a wooden building close to the Chapel and at 15 I was presented with a Hymn Book for being a Sunday School helper which I still treasure today.” Ealand Chapel also staged Concert Parties; Salvation Army Concerts; Garden Parties; Flower Festivals plus Coffee Mornings. Mary underwent Open Heart surgery in 2013 and struggles to walk now but her strong Faith keeps her going. So the question is: Are there any local residents willing to give up an hour of their time on Sundays to swell our numbers; Plus anyone who can spare a few hours to assist at fund-raising functions. You can be assured of a warm, friendly welcome and if you feel slightly apprehensive about coming we can make sure someone sits with you for reassurance and guidance. Also we’re happy to provide lifts if transport is a problem. So if you care about your community’s heritage, please please take the first step and make contact with us at any of the following numbers: Crowle Chapel – Pat Briggs 710193; Denise Edwards 711314; Roy Briggs 07836 229366. Ealand Chapel – Colin McCrea 07772860773; Mary Brown 710812.

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Welcome to the November issue of Crowle and Ealand Arrow. It’s great to see more articles coming in this month. A sign of everyone looking ahead in a more positive way!. We have some great news in from Ross and his team who successfully completed a very challenging 3 Peaks all in aid of the fantastic charity MIND. They have raised over £1600 and would love to make it to £2000. Show them your support and make a donation, here is the link to their Just giving link page: https://bit.ly/3uL3r1w Christmas is around the corner if you have any local events, email me and let everyone know what is happening this festive season in your area.. The deadline for the December issue is Thursday 11th November for delivery by 1st December.. Enjoy the read and stay safe!

Carolyn Grant Mobile no 07912643010 arrowpublications.co.uk carolyn@arrowpublications.co.uk

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Humberside Police would like to offer the following crime prevention advice to people for Halloween & Bonfire Night. By following this simple advice you could prevent yourself from becoming a victim of crime. If you do not wish to be disturbed on Halloween then please display a poster in your window and/or on your door that states you don’t want any callers. This will let those people who are out and about taking part in the festivities know that you do not wish to be disturbed. Parents- Are you taking your child/children out trick or treating or to a bonfire display? If so please don’t make your home a target for a burglar. An opportunist thief will know that people will be out and about leaving their homes empty. Make it look like you have somebody at home and NEVER leave valuables on display. Parents and carers are asked to keep children safe and to know where they are and what they are doing. Make this Bonfire Night pass without harm, injury or incident. If you are driving to a Halloween or Bonfire Night event, then make sure that you don't leave anything on display when you leave your vehicle. Thieves work under the cover of darkness and will damage your vehicle to get to anything you might leave on the seats or footwell. Officers from neighbourhood policing teams will be going out and about, encouraging youngsters to enjoy the festivities without becoming a nuisance in their neighbourhood. Retailers are reminded of their responsibility not to sell flour and eggs to youngsters on the run up to Halloween and Mischief Night. Please be aware that during Halloween & Bonfire Night calls to police, especially in relation to Anti Social Behaviour, can be significantly higher than normal. This may increase the call answering times so please be aware of this. THINK do you really need to call the police? Calls for service are generally higher around this time of year so please consider if it is the police you really need and just how important is it?

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Need an accountant? Keep calm and call Gildersons! 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? • Are you struggling with payroll and auto-enrolment? • Would you like someone to take charge of yourA accounts? • Would you like an accountant who is friendly and straight talking, and only a phone call away? ......then please get in touch for a free initial consultation – we’d be delighted to hear from you!

Tel: 01724 711047

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Email: info@gildersons.co.uk www.facebook.com/gildersonsaccountants

Office: 51 High Street, Crowle, North Lincolnshire, DN17 4LB

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Isle. Pathfinders .....

Walks on the footpaths & Byways of The Isle

Three times a week we venture onto a new patch of our own backyard . Our circular walks explore the fantastic countryside right on our doorstep .... getting to places some of us might not have known at all , always aiming to finish by lunchtime.

The walks (normally 4-6 miles) are all over the Isle , and & sometimes a little more Often there’s something new to be seen & a photo-op . We’ve had some smashing walks through Woodlands & Forests , Canals , Peat Moors & Farmlands (and muddy tracks too) These organised walks are a great way to discover what’s all around us. You don’t need to be super fit , just be able & properly dressed for a decent countryside walk ..... so much out there to explore ! Recent walks have been to Lindholme Moors, Belton, Blaxton, Gringley, Messingham, Hatfield, East Lound, Clayworth, Hayfields, Hayton, Crowle, Ousefleet, Misterton, Tickhill & many more besides Come & join The Isle Pathfinders , maybe discover some of The Isle you didn’t know about ! You can get all the details from : isle.pathfinders@gmail.com or find us on Facebook

Local Roy Briggs launches his 3rd wildlife photo calendar

On Sale Now available from Chafor’s Ironmongers Store, Crowle, Sadie’s tearooms, Crowle and Epworth Garden Centre

Limited stock available (500 printed) All profits to Alzheimer's Society Charity

Spread the word and help support this worthy cause.

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3 peaks for MIND!

Due to the amazing fundraising efforts by everyone so far, we have raised the fundraising target to £2,000! Let's keep the donations coming in, thank you so much from all of us to all of you. Rising at 05:00am, we made our way to the base of Nevis and were rewarded for our perseverance with a forecast that allowed us to crack on at 07:45am with surprisingly clear skies. During our ascent we had a conversation with a fellow hiker about what we were doing and why. It turned out her family had been profoundly affected by mental health issues, reaffirming the work of the charity and the fundraiser. We hit the summit of Ben and completed the mountain in 5h 40 minutes just behind schedule. We arrived at Scafell keeping a close eye on the weather as there had been plenty of rainfall earlier in the day. A guide from another group informed us that a river we’d have to cross on our normal route was not passable, being treacherous due to the earlier conditions, so we proceeded via a different route, setting off at 22:30. One of the team was injured halfway up so I turned back with him whilst the other 5 pressed on to get the Peak, completing it in 5 hours. All in all an excellently handled night hike by the team! With Scafell Pike under our belt we headed to Wales. However, due to the transport logistics in place and the mandated rest for our driver we had to head to Conwy and allow the driver his break which meant we couldn’t use him until the Monday morning when we were scheduled to leave. We arrived in Conwy for around 10:00am, where the group grabbed 2 hours of sleep. We then arranged for a taxi to drop us off at (and later retrieve us from) the Pen-y-Pass car park. Resolving our transport issue and allowing us to compete our challenge. With our injured man resting, the rest of the group began our ascent of Snowdon at 14:30 via the Miners’ Track with good weather ahead, and the previously forecasted thunderstorms absent from the new forecast. As we got closer to the summit some mist rolled in but visibility remained good, allowing us to hit the summit of our third and final Peak. We finished Snowdon at 19:30, returning via the Pyg Track, which proved difficult with tired legs and an encroaching shower of rain. Snowdon was ultimately completed in 5 hours! With Snowdon done we returned to Conwy, where we had a takeaway and a few beers between us. Spending the evening recounting our journey, with its incredible highs and it’s lows. Spending that last evening amongst great friends recounting memories to last a lifetime.

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Ross and the team 12

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CHRISTMAS 2021 Owston Ferry Society invite you to visit

SANTA at the SMITHY (High Street, Owston Ferry DN9 1RE) Sunday 5th December 2pm- 5pm Sunday 12th December 2pm-5pm Sunday 19th December 2pm-5pm Refreshments-Raffle-Tombola-Gifts No entrance fee Admission to see Santa £4 (including gift) (check our facebook page for any COVID updates)

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Black & White male, yellow eyes, white paws, black tail. Neutered

Last seen on Wednesday 4th August in the West Butterwick area. Nervous of people and will run away. He’s not wearing a collar, but is chipped.

Please check your sheds and outbuildings Call or text with any information

07428 114718 The Isle Group of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust are starting their monthly meetings after a long break due to covid. We are meeting in a new, more spacious venue, Belton All Saints Centre (Church Hall). This is next to the Church on Stocks Hill which is off the High Street. We are starting our programme with the member’s slide, photo, video night which has always proved popular in the past. Anyone can bring along a selection of images on any topic to share with the rest of the group. We have a laptop and projector so all you need is a memory stick/ CD with your images on. If you would like to do this it would be helpful if you could contact Tony Lee so that the programme can be organised prior to the night. The committee will do everything they can to make sure we have an enjoyable and safe meeting. 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 £1. 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 group are also on the Lincolnshire Trust web site under area groups.

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What’s On In Crowle & Ealand? Due to the restrictions of the pandemic activities may be postponed. Please contact your activity leader for further details.

Day

Activity

Meeting Place

Time

Contact

Mon

Crowle Entertainers Drama Group

Community Hall Crowle

evening

Sheila 01724 711212 Gill 01427 873947

Mon

300 Axholme Air Training Corps 300@aircadets.org

Axholme Academy

7pm - 9pm

01724 712064

Mon

Tiny Talk Baby Signing Class

Ealand Victory Hall

10.30-11.30

Tessa 0785 5633617

Monday

Crowle and Ealand Bowls

Outdoor Bowling Green Church Lane, Crowle

2-4pm Vince Blackwell 15 April 2019-31 Aug 2019 01724 712476

Tues

Cubs and Scouts

Belton Pavilion

6.30pm-8pm

Jon Boulton - 07740 597314

Tues

Aerobics For All

Crowle Community Hall

6.30-7.30pm

07887 503318 Rae

Tues

Crowle Crafters

Crowle Methodist Chapel

2-4pm

Mary 01724 710956

Tues

Coffee Morning

Keadby Church Hall

9.30am

Tues

Legs, Bums and Tums

Crowle Community Hall

8.00—8.45 pm

Tues

Crowle Youth Club

Crowle Youth Centre

7.00pm - 9.00pm YR9+

Fri

'Isle be playful'

Pavilion, Godnow Road, Crowle

9:30-11:30 am

Wed

Outcasts Cricket Club

Hirst Priory, Crowle

6pm -7.30pm (Nets)

07887 503318 Rae

07903 501340

Wed

Phoenix Taekwondo

Community Hall Crowle

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Wed

Isle Community Choir

St Norbert's Catholic Primary Academy School, Crowle

7.30pm-9.30pm

Gill 07419 319796 or Richard 01427 872686

Wed

Second Hand Book sale and Coffee Morning

St Oswalds Church, Althorpe

10.am –12 noon

Diane 01724 601250

Thurs

Crowle Rural Day Centre

Crowle Community Hall

9.30am-2pm transport

Diana 01724 710732

available

Thurs

Crowle Youth Club

Crowle Youth Centre

Thurs

Step Aerobics

7 Lakes Country Park

7-8pm

07887 503318 Rae

Thurs

Body Tone

Crowle Community Hall

8-8.45 pm

07887 503318 Rae

Fri

Andrea Hobson School of Dance

Community Hall Crowle

7.00pm - 9.00pm YR6

5.00pm - 9.00pm

2nd Monday

Crowle Youth Club Crowle and Ealand Regeneration Nordic Walking Project meeting

Crowle Community Hall Epworth Garden Centre

6.30pm - 8.30pmYrs 6,7,8 01724 296250 7.00pm 01724 712221 10.00-noon 01724 297280

1st Monday

Eastoft over 50’s CLUB

River Don Pub

01724 798040

1st Wedn

Crowle Angling Club

Crowle Liberal Club

8.00pm

1st Wedn

Tea at Two

St Oswalds Church, Crowle

2pm—4pm Anita Parkin

2nd Wedn

Mothers Club

Crowle Community Hall

7.00pm - 9.00pm

2nd/4th Wednesday

Scrabble Group

Crowle Library

2pm-4.45pm

3rd Wedn

Ealand Women’s Fellowship

Ealand Chapel

2.00pm

1st Thursday

Crowle and District WI

Community Hub

7.15pm

3rd Thursday

The Over 60’s

Crowle Community Hall

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Last Saturday

Coffee Morning/jumble sale

Keadby Church Hall

9.00am til noon

Isobel 01724 783497 Diane 01724 601250

2nd Saturday

Crowle Market

Crowle Market Place

9.00am-1pm

07783 440 453

1st Thursday

Epworth’s Ladies Society

Old School Inn, Epworth

17.30pm start

01427 873368

Fri Fri

Crowle Community Wellbeing Hub

To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010

01724 710726

01724 710413– Jean

01724 711994

BUSINESS DIRECTORY £30 PER YEAR

Age Concern

0800 009966

Child Line

0800 111

NSPCC

08088005000

Samaritans

01724 860000

Benefits Agency

01724 274444

SSAFA Forces Help www.ssafa,org.uk

01427 872611

Humberside Fire Brigade

01724 295900

Humberside Police (non - emergency)

101

Crimestoppers

0800 555111

Health Visitor Team

0800 099951

TAXI/TRAVEL

Anglian Water

0845 7145145

British Gas

0800 111999

Pam’s Minibus and Taxi Service 1—8 passengers and 8 to 16 passengers

Central Networks Electricity

0800 0568090

Transco Emergency Gas leaks

0800 111999 0800 375675

Axholme Decorating Centre-Epworth 'Mixing Paint For You' sales@axdeccentre.co.uk

01427 238941

Yorkshire Electricity Yorkshire Water

0845 1242420

JMB Developments (for all your plastering jobs)

07785 735984

Floodline

0845 9881188

Fountain Court Florist Epworth

01427 874831

SSAFA Forces Help www.ssafa,org.uk

01476 569764

Citizens Advice

01724 870941

Brooks HOMECARE Replacement Windows and doors

01427 875314 07973 142963

Isle Coaches

01427 728227

Road car

0845 6050605

HEALTH & FITNESS The Willows Dental Practice-Belton

01427 872106

Blissful Soles Reflexology Mobile Therapist

07901 016688

PEST CONTROL Axholme Pest Control

01427 873608 07766 747245

01724 711941 07707 036 611

TRADESMEN

Fits Alarms North Lincolnshire Council

01724 296296

Scunthorpe General Hospital

.01724 282282

Goole & District Hospital

01405 720720

Crowle Health Centre

01724 713920

NHS Direct

111

St Norberts Catholic Primary School

01724 710249

Eastoft C.E. Primary School

01724 798274

Crowle Primary School

01724 710312

The Axholme Academy

01724 710368

Trentvale Preparatory School

01724 782904

Luddington & Garthorpe Primary School

01724 798228

Althorpe & Keadby Primary School

01724 782344

Epworth & Isle of Axholme Rotary Club

079 0457 3405

Crowle Community Hall - Available for Hire - Call Hayley Burkitt 07708 396099 Keadby Church Hall - Available for Hire - Call Frank Stones 07510257979 - stoswaldhallkeadby@gmail.com Eastoft Village Hall - Available for Hire - Email: eastoftcwa@gmail.com or via the FB page

To &advertise call- 01302 532676 or -07912 643010 19 3467230 Crowle Ealand please Pavillion Available for Hire Call Laura Varley on 0787

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