haxey and westwoodside by Arrow Publications Ltd

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Misterton Owston Ferry Wroot Low Burnham East Lound Graizelound 3800 copies

November 2021

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Issue 167

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Welcome to the November issue of Haxey and Westwoodside Arrow. We are thrilled to announce that the community bonfire WILL be going ahead this year at Epworth showground! It will be Saturday 6th November - gates to open at 4.30. Bonfire approx. 5pm and fireworks approx. 7pm. *Sorry, but no sparklers allowed on the field*. There will be Children's entertainment. Various Food Stalls – burgers, jacket potatoes, hot pork sandwiches, crepes, coffee and mulled wine. Admission - £5 / Under 12’s - £3 / Under 5’s free All proceeds are distributed to local charities and clubs

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!

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Community News HAXEY & WESTWOODSIDE HERITAGE SOCIETY The Society is pleased to announce that its first meeting will be held at Westwoodside Village Hall on Thursday 11th November, commencing 7.30pm. Following a brief annual general meeting, the evening will be informal, devoted to members' contributions. Entitled A Conversation Piece, we have invited members, and visitors, to come along with a possession of theirs which they feel would be of interest to the audience, and upon which they could spend a few minutes explaining its background history and how it is significant to them. We are looking forward to seeing a variety of interesting objects, and hearing all about them. We charge a meeting fee of £2, which includes tea/ coffee and biscuits. Do come along and help us to relaunch the Society.

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. 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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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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HUGO AND DADDY’S CHRISTMAS ADVENTURES: FAMILIES COLLABORATE ON NEW CHRISTMAS BOOK Misterton dad, Ric Hart, releases his final children’s book for 2021: Hugo and Daddy’s Christmas Adventures. This is his fourth in the ‘Hugo and Daddy’s’ series of children’s books. After the death of Ric’s wife shortly after giving birth to Hugo in 2018, Ric knew he needed to make her proud and create a lasting legacy and create some interpretation for his son, who is now three and heading for nursery school this year at Redlands Primary in Worksop, where Ric now lives. Ric adds: “The creation and ideas for the book also came from my new partner, Victoria Taylor, and her boys, Harry, George, and Charlie. They have been credited as the initial design creators in the book alongside Jackie Tee, my illustrator, who has been epic in my journey. I always felt I had a Christmas book in me and what a way to end the year. The book tells the story of Hugo going through the night sky with Santa on Christmas Eve but also shows two families coming together over time through tragedy, which is a powerful message to so many out there.” Ric and Victoria took a huge step this year in coming together as a family, which has brought many challenges, but they are going from strength to strength.

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The book is available on Amazon for pre-order and is released 1 October 2021. Ric adds: “My book journey has been a huge undertaking and an emotional one, releasing four books this year including my autobiography, Pupy Love, and my Amazon bestseller, Hugo and Daddy’s Night-time Adventures in 2020. It has been one hell of a journey. Now it’s time to refocus back on my fitness and family life and who knows what 2022 will bring. Live for today embrace tomorrow!” Pictured are Ric (right) with Victoria (centre) with her three sons (from left) George, brother Harry holding Hugo, and Charlie. Other books Ric has published are: Hugo and Daddy’s Night-time Adventures Hugo & Daddy’s Thailand Adventures Hugo & Daddy’s Superhero Adventures Hugo & Daddy’s Christmas Adventures Autobiography, Pupy Love.

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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

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There is a large number of thefts of motor vehicles that were stolen from domestic properties where the offender did not have to enter the house to steal the car keys beforehand. Unfortunately, this type of offence continues across the Country including South Yorkshire. In certain parts of the Borough, houses are targeted purely for the make of car parked at the address. Prestige German cars are among those favoured by thieves. The stolen vehicle can have its identity changed and sold on to an innocent buyer or exported abroad. Some vehicles are dismantled and the parts sold on to dealers or people simple wanting additional parts for their own vehicle. If you have a car that does not need a key to unlock the vehicle or start the engine, your car is vulnerable to this type of attack. Your key fob transmits a radio signal, which is active even when the fob is not being used. A thief can stand outside your house and use a device, which will pick up the radio signal when the key fob is inside your house. An accomplice standing next to your car will use a different device, which receives the signal picked up by the first offender and uses the signal to unlock the car and start the engine. It is not necessary for the key fob to be inside the car for the engine to start. Once started the thieves will drive off with your car. The engine will keep running until the thief reaches their destination. A new key will be programmed, which is used to start the car at any time. If you have a keyless car fob, you must purchase a device called a Faraday pouch. You place your car keys into this pouch when not in use. An internet search using the phrase “Faraday pouch” will result in many sites offering this device. If you are unable to access the internet, these devices can also be purchased at Halfords and Argos. Whilst at home you can place your car keys into an aluminium tin to block the signal. Whilst not as effective as a faraday pouch, it will restrict the range of the signal. One person placed their car keys into the microwave, which was very effective but forgot the keys, were in there, and turned the microwave on to heat up a cup of coffee. This resulted in damage to the microwave and the need to purchase a new set of car keys. A very expensive mistake. Keyless car theft is not the only type of vehicle theft occurring. In some recent cases, vehicle keys left on a table inside the front door have been stolen by reaching through the letter box using a pole or similar with a hook on the end. The main prevention technique in this case, is to take your keys to bed with you. Do not leave car keys on a table inside the door on the kitchen work surface. The belief that offenders will come into the bedroom to steal keys is not one supported by statistics. There is only one report of this happening and the vehicle in question was a Supercar valued at over £300,000. If the thief steals the car using the ignition keys, that also means the alarm system and immobiliser are inoperative. Consider fitting a tracking device to your vehicle or a separate physical security device. Secure your house to reduce the chances of becoming a victim of burglary. If your doors have Euro profile cylinder locks that are more than two years old, change the locks for ones that comply with Security standard SS312 Diamond or TS007 3 star. If every householder in Doncaster fitted security rated door locks to their property the number of burglaries would drop drastically. Information on security rated locks is available at your local Master locksmiths or on their website at http://www.locksmiths.co.uk/faq/ lock-snapping-most-secure-lock-cylinder/ Burglary prevention advice is available on the South Yorkshire police website at https://www.southyorks.police.uk/find-out/crime-prevention-advice/ EamonnPlease Larkin, Designing crime Arrow” / Crime reduction officer 18 mentionout“The when responding to advertisements Doncaster Police Station Eamonn.larkin@southyorks.pnn.polioce.uk

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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ANGELS and STARS IN THE GARDEN THIS ADVENT SEASON FROM SUNDAY 28TH NOVEMBER 2021 PLEASE COME AND CHOOSE A KNITTED ANGEL OR STAR TO TAKE HOME WITH YOU.

FIND THEM AROUND THE FRONT GARDEN OF WESLEY MEMORIAL METHODIST CHURCH, EPWORTH

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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)

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.

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Y6 Macmillan coffee morning On the 23rd of September, Haxey C of E Primary School’s Year 6 held a Macmillan coffee morning to donate money to Macmillan Cancer Support. We raised a whopping £352.21!. All Y6 contributed by bringing in cakes, biscuits and cupcakes. We also had a cake sale after school as we had so many cakes left. We would like to thank the everyone who joined us and donated money for the raffle, bought cakes, coffee, juice, tea and biscuits. We really enjoyed running the morning and having time to chat to our guests.

Joel and Noah

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Eden Camp Y6 visited Eden Camp Museum on Monday 4th October for the day to learn more about World War 2. It was very interesting to learn about air-raids, the Blitz and the Battle of Britain. It was very surprising to find out that Eden Camp once was a prisoner of war camp and it was exciting to see what the prisoners had made whilst they were there. We really enjoyed learning and experiencing what it was like to live as a civilian during the period of WW2. Eden Camp was a fun way of learning more about what happened between 19391945. We were very surprised at information given of evacuee experiences both positive and negative. We found our trip to Eden Camp very educational and fascinating and would highly recommend a visit.

Reported by Charlotte and Olivia

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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 Peny-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. Just giving link page: https://bit.ly/3uL3r1w

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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 34Bookings 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

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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/operationchristmas-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 807083

Light Party

Come and join us to share in the Light on the night of Halloween

Sunday 31st October at 5 til 6pm Epworth Baptist Church, Station Road, Epworth Pop in anytime to share in crafts, games and fun activities, enjoy a friendly chat and refreshments.

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All ages welcome and grown-ups too!

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

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