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January 2022

Issue 169

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Welcome to the January issue of the Haxey and Westwoodside Arrow.

I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who has contributed to the Arrow this year, all the advertisers and all the delivery staff who ensure delivery each month. I really do appreciate our delivery crew, having done the job many times myself, we have a great reliable team! The deadline for the February issue is Wednesday 12th January for delivery by Tuesday 1st February. Enjoy the read and have a wonderful safe New year!

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Commercial, Industrial & Domestic Installations EV Charge Point Installations & Temporary Site Power

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Susan’s Cra Club based in Westwoodside

for cra and cake each Wednesday 9.30‐11.30am

Info & bookings 07790 392943 or allaboard1@b nternet.com To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010

Community News Haxey Parish Walkers Community Walk: In an attempt to mitigate Christmas over-

indulgence and to take the edge off New Year excesses, Haxey Parish Walkers are holding a community walk of about three to four miles on Thursday 30 December, starting at 10.30 am from Haxey Church Hall. The hall has a large car park. There will be drinks and biscuits available at the end. All are welcome including well behaved dogs on leads.

Epworth Music Day 2022 – Saturday 18th June After a two year gap owing to Covid, we’re planning to hold Epworth Music Day as a ‘live’ event again on 18th June 2022. We’re hoping to use the same locations as in 2019, but are also applying to close the roads in the centre of Epworth to provide a safer place to enjoy the music. If you want to perform at Music Day, please email me at peter.barnard@me.com We already have several performers on the list, and it’ll be a case of ‘first come, first served’! John Lambert looks after the stewards for the day and tells me that he is looking for some more people to help out. You don’t have to be a steward for the whole day – an hour or two would be as welcome. If you can help, please email John at jrlambert@doctors.org.uk So, please put the date in your diary and tell your friends! It should be a great day of live music in Epworth! peter.barnard@me.com 01427 873937

The Apple of Your Isle – Celebrating Apples 2022 – Epworth Open Fruit Gardens The Apple of Your Isle has organised several successful Apple events in Epworth, as well as apple pressing days in Epworth, Haxey, Crowle and Ealand. It all serves to promote the fun to be had from growing apple trees and using their produce.

In 2022, we’re planning to hold two events in Epworth to celebrate apple trees. The first one will be in April/May and the other in September/October. The Open Gardens Scheme operates to let people visit interesting gardens and donate to a local charity. Epworth gardens have been part of such an event. We’re planning to set up something similar but with apple trees as the focus. The April/May event will be when they are looking beautiful in their blossom and the September/October one when the fruit is ripening. At this stage of planning, we’re looking for some owners of apple trees – it could also feature other fruit trees – in Epworth who would be prepared to open their garden for a morning/afternoon and let people visit. I’m planning to open our garden for the event. If you’re prepared to be part of this, please contact me on peter.barnard@me.com or 01427 873937. I do hope that we can find enough gardens in Epworth that can open. Peter Barnard

On Thursday January 5th at 7.30pm the Isle Group of the Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust will hold their monthly meeting. This month we are welcoming Simon Wellock who will be taking us on a tour around Far Ings NNR at Barton, explaining the management work that has been taking place over recent years and the benefits this has had on the wildlife which can be seen there. Far Ings is a large wetland reserve on the banks of the Humber which attracts many birds including the very rare Bittern. Again we are meeting in the more spacious venue, Belton All Saints Centre (Church Hall) which is next to the Church on Stocks Hill off the High Street. 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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GD PLUMBING SERVICE The small job specialist Based in Belton Leaks. Taps. WC Repairs Radiators Changes Shower Swaps Blocked Sinks Any small jobs

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Loft Ladders Loft Hatch Doors Loft Floor Boarding Loft Insulation Service & Repairs

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Dean Auto Sales Ltd

Service-Sales-Repairs 01427 360948

www.deanautosales.co.uk deanautosales89@hotmail.com Unit 4 Fox Covert Lane Misterton We stock over 30 quality used cars in our new in door out door show room. We also provide all aspects of vehicle repair, maintenance, tyres and Re-gas air conditioning

Competitive prices with services from as little as £99 Book your MOT £40 Tyres with Free Fitting and Balance

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PETE SNOW DECORATING for all your decorating requirements Over thirty years experience Mobile:

07717 009 528

Based locally in Haxey

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No Job Too Big or Small Free Quotes

All Aspects of Hard Landscaping and Complete Garden Makeovers 3D Garden Design Fencing Patios Block paving Artificial grass Turf Decorative Stone Jet Washing Garden Clearances

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The first half term at John Leggott College One of a parent’s most important things is to make sure that their child is settling into their new school or college. So, I know that this article is going to be useful to many looking into applying to John Leggott College in the future. I am a first year student here at JLC and it’s been a great step up from secondary school. Since I didn’t get to attend any open days for colleges, due to Covid-19, I would look at reviews online and see what people had to say about their personal experiences here. Coming from a student themselves, John Leggott College has been incredibly supportive in making me and other students feel safe and comfortable in their environment. For many, including me, change is a very touchy subject which requires some adjustment. Even though everyone always says that ‘you’re never alone’, going somewhere new at such a young age may make you think the opposite. Now, I don’t want to sound clichéd, but you truly are never alone when in this college environment. Personally, the first week of college was harder than I thought it would’ve been; I didn’t feel like I was settling in as much as everyone else. However, during only my first week, I already knew who to contact and have had constant support from teachers, wellbeing and peers; this support has continued on ever since and I now feel remarkably safe and secure. So, feeling a little bit scared at times is nothing to worry about. It just means that you're embarking on something new and exciting. Without John Leggott College I would never have got to join extended opportunities, which could be things such as debate team and journalism, and courses that weren’t accessible to me before. Which you may say is boring, but I find it all very exciting and who knows, you might too. Obviously, the main reason you or your child is going to college is to sit the courses. Now, I won’t lie and say that the change from secondary school to college is small and slow paced as it unquestionably is not. It can be quite fast- paced and stressful at times, but it’s definitely something to consider going into if you’re looking into higher education, such as university. Although it’s fast paced and stressful, it’s also a fun experience and the freedom involved is a vast improvement from what I have previously experienced. Something I desperately wanted in secondary school was to be treated like an adult and let me just say, John Leggott staff put an immense amount of trust into the students and treat them like the adults they are turning into. Treating students the way that many of us have wanted to be treated for a long time makes students mature. For example, since my time at this college, I have witnessed no falling out with friends and no spats in the corridors, mostly because coming to John Leggott is a choice. So, just remember everyone there has chosen to be there and I hope that one day you do too. If you do decide to join John Leggott College everyone, even students in the year above, are rooting for your success. Maisie Lister, Journalism Internship student

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JOB VACANCIES IN THE ISLE Buildings Supervisor Job Opportunity 10 hours per week, worked on an annualised basis £10 per hour paid monthly (£5,200 pa)

Epworth Old Rectory is a large historic house and museum with outbuildings set within extensive gardens. It is over 300 years old and is the former home of the Wesleys, the founders of the worldwide Methodist movement. We are looking for someone with experience in facili es management, to provide hands‐on maintenance and cleaning, suppor ng conserva on of the buildings as a Grade I Listed site, as part of a small team of staﬀ and volunteers.

For further informa on, including job descrip on and how to apply, go to h ps://epwortholdrectory.org.uk/epworth‐old‐rectory‐old/support/ volunteering/ by 23 January 2022.

Interviews will be held on 31 January 2022. Lindum Court, Owston Ferry currently have the following vacancies in our small and friendly home supporting up to 24 residents

Care Assistant - days Cook - part time Housekeeper - part time All positions include some weekend working and will require an enhanced DBS (paid for by the company)

For an informal chat or to apply please contact Helen, the manager on:

01427 728 507

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or email helen@plenuscare.co.uk

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

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Christingle-Making at St Martin’s C of E Primary School Following on from Paul Taylor leading an inspirational Christingle worship at St Martin’s C of E Primary School on Friday 26th November, a number of pupils had the opportunity to create their own Christingles, remembering that ‘Jesus is the Light of the World’ and that we all have a light to shine, to make a difference to others and to ourselves. The children learned all about the symbolism of the Christingle, as well as enjoying the range of sweets that were available to use! The pupils were also looking forward to attending the Christingle Service that was set for Advent Sunday at 4pm, St Martin’s Church. As we progress through this season of Advent and towards the end of this term,

St Martin’s school would like to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and a peaceful New Year.

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Pete Oliver Joinery All Joinery Work Undertaken Doors, Windows, etc Kitchens fitted and supplied Oak and Laminate flooring fitted

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What’s On In Your area in the Isle of Axholme Activity

Meeting place

Time

Wed

18th Haxey Cubs

Mon

1st Isle of Axholme B-P Wolf Cubs'

Westwoodside Village Hall

6.00-7.30 pm

Mon

1st Isle of Axholme B-P Scouts

Westwoodside Village Hall

7.00-9.00 pm

Contact 01427 752250

Mon (4th) Royal British Legion Epworth Branch

Old School Inn Epworth

Tues

All Stars Tae Kwon Do

Tues

1st Isle of Axholme B-P Beavers

Tues

01427 239134 01427 239134

7pm

01427 872223

Coronation Hall, Owston Ferry

6.00 - 8.00pm

01427 728162

Westwoodside Village Hall

6.00-7.30 pm

01427 239134

Line Dancing

Westwoodside Village Hall

7.30-9.30 pm

01427 873778

Wed

Mother and Toddler

Westwoodside Village Hall

9.00-11.00 am

Thurs

Owston Ferry short mat Bowls

Coronation Hall (September—April)

1.30—3.30 pm

01427 728349

Wed

Social Club—over 60’s

Westwoodside Village Hall

2.00-4.00 pm

01427 752524

Fri

Tae kwan Do

Westwoodside Village Hall

5.00-7.00pm 01302 311174

Tues

18th Haxey Beavers

Fri

18th Haxey Scouts

Mon

Preschool— Playgroup 2.5—5 years

Memorial Hall

Tues

Aquafit

Misterton School Pool.

10.00-11 am

01427 754772

Tues

Preschool Playgroup 3—5 years

Memorial Hall

9:15-3:15 pm

01427 754330

Tues

Haxey Bingo

Memorial Hall Mr Gordon Macfall

7pm—9pm

01427 754183

Wed

Preschool– playgroup 2.5—5 years

Memorial Hall

9:15- 3:15pm

01427 754330

Wed

Sunshine Yoga

Epworth

1:15-2:45pm

01427 873730

Fri

Tae Kwan Do

Memorial Hal

5:45-6:45 pm

01302 311174

1st Wed

Haxey Woman's Institute (WI)

Memorial Hall

Wed

Swing Band Rehearsal

Stephen Jones Community Hall, Haxey

Sat

Owston Ferry Bowls Club

The Green, Owston Ferry (Roll Up & Drives) April to Sept

Thurs

Sunshine Yoga

Coronation Hall, Owston Ferry

01427 752250 01427 752250 9:15-:3:15 pm

Vivien M'ltwamari

01427 754330

01427 753856 7:30-930 pm 2.00-4.00pm

01427 728349

7:00 - 8:30 pm

01427 873730

8.00-6.00pm

01427 753162

Mon-Frid Haxey pre school

Memorial Hall

Thurs

Happy Circle (over 60’s)

Haxey Memorial Hall

2:00—4:00 pm

01427 752636

Thurs

Bambi—Playgroup 0—5 years

St Nicholas’ Church Youth Hub, Haxey (term time only)

9:30-11:30 am

01427 753053

4th Wed

Ferry Folk Group

Cross Keys, Wroot

8pm start

01427 728643

Thurs

Aquafit

Misterton School Pool.

Thurs

Kick Boxing

Memorial Hall

Fri

Preschool—Playgroup 2.5—5 years

Memorial Hall

Wed/Fri

Epworth short mat Bowls Club

Epworth Leisure Centre (September—April)

Fri

Nordic Walking

Epworth Garden Centre

Thurs

Epworth & Isle of Axholme Rotary Club

The Red Lion Epworth (1st and 3rd Thursday)

Thurs

Musical Movement - Toddlers 12months +

Epworth Thurlow Pre School

9:00 - 10:00 am

01427 875016 01427 875016 01909 480087

6.45-7.45pm

01427 754772

6:00 - 8:00pm

01427 875051

9:15-3:15 pm

01427 754330

3.30—5.30 pm

01427 872445

9.30 start 01724 297270 6.15pm start 01302 265130

Thurs

Musical Movement - Baby Group

Epworth Thurlow Pre School

10:00 - 11:00 am

Sat

Slate House Market & Carboot

Nr Messingham, Scunthorpe

1pm start

The Stephen Jones Community Hall - Pam Layton (Bookings)

01427 752783

Bookings of the Haxey Memorial Hall

joannemo ram@live.co.uk

0775 4214 382

Bookings of Westwoodside Village Hall

Vivien M’Itwamwari

01427 753856

Bookings of West Butterwick Village Hall

Beryl Ash

01724 783125

of Westwoodside Pavilion “The 618306 Deb Hotson www.westwoodsidepfa.co.uk 26Bookings Please mention Arrow” when responding to advertisements The Old Smithy, Owston Ferry is open Sundays and Bank Holidays May-Sept 2pm-5pm Contact 0142701652 728325

Based in the Isle of Axholme

Fits Alarms

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Do you want to shake up your January and get active? Jog, walk, dance, jump or peddle, you choose what it takes to earn the Jog On January Medal! For a £15 registration fee, you'll receive your official ‘Jog on January’ T shirt, which features a calendar design for you to tick off each day as you complete your exercise and a step-by-step fridge chart.You'll also receive an invite to our closed jog On January Facebook group, full of daily fitness challenges, work out videos, health tips and encouragement from other participants. As a Jog on January participant you will also receive an exclusive discount from Elite Fitness! Enjoy a January membership for just £20 (usually 30), with the option to extend to for a further six months at the same rate! Complete 31 days & raise £31 to receive your medal! Upon sign up you will receive a confirmation email and closer to the official launch we will forward you all the details and links you need. To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010

Advice

Business Directory

Pensions Helpline

0800 991234

Electricity Emergencies

0800 375 675

Transco - Gas Leaks Yorkshire Water

080 111 999 0845 1242424

0800 009966

Childline

0800 1111

Neighbourhood Watch Health Visitor Team

01302 532676

Business/Finance/Accountants Hurstons Accountants & Bus. Advisors

01482 444466 0800 099951

01427 873737

Health/Fitness /Swimming Aquafit - Misterton School

Care in the Community Age Concern

£30 + VAT for 12 months Contact Carolyn

01427 754772

The Willows Dental

01427 872106

Blissful Soles Reflexology Mobile Therapist

07901 016688

Funeral Directors Fields Funeral Service, Westwoodside

01427 874424

R Butoid Funeral Service , Misterton & Dist

01427 890317

SSAFA Forces Help www.ssafa,org.uk

, 01476 569764

Trade/Craftsmen

NSPCC

0808 80050000

Brooks HOMECARE Replacement Window and Doors 07973 142963 01427 875314

RSPCA

0300 1234999

NHS Direct

111

Transco Emergency Gas

0800 111999

Community

JMB Developments (for all your plastering jobs) 07785 735984 Taxis A& H Taxis-Westwoodside

07817068199 or 01427 362016

Home and Garden

0800 555 111

Axholme Pest Control

Carers Support Centre

01652 650585

Axholme Decorating Centre 'Mixing Paint For You' sales@axdeccentre.co.uk 01427 238941

Isle of Axholme Lions

01427 752139

Isle of Axholme Osteoporosis Support Link—Anne Broster

01427 875752

Crime Stoppers

Epworth & Isle of Axholme Rotary Club

0790 4573 405

Education and General Epworth Country Primary School

01427 872345

Haxey C of E School

01427 752294

Westwoodside C of E Primary School

01427 752355

Westwoodside Mobile Library

01724 865675

Haxey Library - Memorial Hall

01724 753239

Epworth and District WI

07747 103805

All year round undercover and outdoor storage Discreet site only 10 minutes from Robin Hood Airport All hard standing surfaces Secure spacious site in pleasant setting 24 hour onsite CCTV Practical core opening hours with flexible access arrangements Family business with friendly helpful service On site caravan cleaning and servicing available

FOR YOUR PEACE OF MIND Call 01302 770362 Mobile 07979 771128 or 07799 804577

Leisure Epworth Leisure Centre

01427 873845

Haxey Cricket Club

01427 752394

01427 873608 / 0776 6747245

Email:

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