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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR Mother Nature is having quite an impact on my life right now, mostly positive, but not entirely! I’m looking after grandma’s chickens for a few days while she’s away. It’s not difficult: put them in, let them out, give them some grain… job done. Except not this time! Last night one of them went missing and I found myself clucking around the garden for about an hour in torrential rain trying to find her. I can only imagine how ridiculous I looked but I most certainly wasn’t laughing. Of course I didn’t find her so spent a restless night wondering how to tell grandma that Blossom was done for. When I went to let the others out this morning, there she was waiting for me in all her glory, perfectly dry, well-rested and seemingly happy. A bit too happy for my liking! Meanwhile, back at home a mummy blackbird (I’ve called her Marilyn because she’s very beautiful) has taken up residence under the roof of our little outdoor lean-to, a place I like to sit with a book when the weather allows. She’s busily feeding four babies, constantly flying back and forth all day long. I must say I admire/envy her energy and it is a rather beautiful thing to see, but she’s making my garden a no-go area as every time I open the door she abandons her chicks and sits on the wall until I leave. I imagine she’s sitting there muttering “here she comes again… what is it this time… can’t she see I’m busy… what is she wearing?”. I end up feeling guilty for invading ‘her’ space so I retreat indoors and leave her to it. I haven’t even put the bins out this week because I’m afraid to scare her away. How would I cope with four baby blackbirds? Not very well I suspect. I don’t suppose she and her babies will be there for very long and despite the inconvenience (and the mess, but let’s not go there right now) I’m glad we have given them a safe place to hatch. I do love living in the countryside. Even those of us who live in Suffolk towns and villages are never far from a wide open space and a big sky view. We really are incredibly lucky and when better weather lands, as surely it must, I hope you have the opportunity and the means to get about to explore or simply admire our surroundings. You may not have to go very far, unless your garden is out of bounds too!
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NEWS MANISH PATEL DONATES £2,000 TO LOCAL ORGANISATIONS
Two community groups have expressed their gratitude to Shotley benefactor Manish Patel after he donated £2,000 to their organisations. Manish, who owns and runs Shotley Post Office and Stores, gifted £1,000 each to Shotley Village Hall Management Committee and Shotley Shoreline Protection Community Interest Company after a fundraising dinner had to be cancelled. Village Hall Committee Member Norman Bugg said: “Manish has been a wonderful supporter of the village hall for many years, and indeed the whole community. We are extremely grateful to him for his generous donation, which will go a long way in keeping the booking fees to a sensible level and help towards buying vital equipment for the hall.” Shoreline Protection Group Chairman Casper De Boer said: “This is a marvelous gesture from Manish and shows the support we have from him and other members of the community. We were a bit disheartened when the Indian dinner evening was unavoidably called off, but this more than makes up for it. We are extremely thankful to the Patel family.” Mr Patel, who was named Babergh’s Businessman in the Community last October, is a regular contributor to good causes and supports various community groups as well as Shotley Primary School. “We love where we live, enjoy being an integral part of this community and the support the shop and post office gets,” said Mr Patel. “We feel it is important to give a little back in terms of helping various groups and organisations as a way of thanking them for what they do for all of us.” From left to right: Casper De Boer, Manish Patel and Norman Bugg
THANK-YOU FROM HOLBROOK GUIDES A big thank-you to everyone who came along to the Holbrook Village Fete on 8 June. Despite high winds and rain in the morning, by the afternoon the weather had cheered up and the village hall and grounds developed a good atmosphere with the slippery pole and coconut shy in demand. It was great to see family groups of all ages at the event. Holbrook Guides were delighted so many people visited their ‘sweet treats’ stall and tried their hand at winning prizes on the tombola. The teddy competition was won by Phoebe, and ‘guess the number of sweets in the jar’ was awarded to Matilda. The Guides enjoyed the experience of preparing for the fete and serving on the stall, and were particularly delighted with the amount they raised towards Holbrook Guide funds. So, if you were at the fete, thank-you for your support. This month’s cover image was taken in Wherstead by Sanri Harvey, who also submitted the following: DANDELION The bane of gardeners who want a perfect lawn. An asset to those who want healing by natural means.
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NEWS SHOTLEY PIER UPDATE We lost the planning appeal. We will address the planning inspector’s negative remarks in our new planning application. Many of our community shareholders got in touch to sympathise and to support our next steps. Many hundreds of you have helped refine the new design, which has also gained wide support in the local community. Two important principles were established by our lengthy period of consultation. Firstly, and most importantly, there has been resounding support for being able to walk on the pier without paying to enter it. Secondly, people repeatedly said they wanted to be able to take shelter on the pier to be able to enjoy it all year round. We are amazed by the planning inspector’s opinion that the housing estate being built on the beach has no impact on the character of the area. You are welcome to draw your own conclusions about how the character of the area has been changed by the three-storey housing estate on the beach which isn’t even half way complete yet, and is very close to our pier. We hear that a revised planning application is being submitted to further raise the height of the next stage of housing on the beach.
DISTRICT COUNCILLOR JANE GOULD THANK YOU TO RESIDENTS IN ORWELL WARD I would like to thank all residents of Orwell Ward who voted for me in the district council election on 2 May, the end result being that I am now your district councillor. I was elected with a two thirds majority and will work on your behalf for the next four years promoting Green Party policies wherever I can and striving to improve rural living for us all. It has been a busy few weeks getting to grips with how things work in Endeavour House and meeting as many of the parish councils as possible, but there is always time to meet and talk to any of you who may need to seek my advice about local matters relating to Babergh District Council. E: Jane.Gould@babergh.gov.uk
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He also said: “There is insufficient evidence for me to conclude that: (1) require the income derived from the new development to be reinvested solely into the historic pier; (2) prevent the new buildings being sold separately from the pier before its restoration had been paid for and completed.” Quite clearly, the planning inspector has no understanding that charitable community benefit societies exist to re-invest income derived from trading into its charitable goals. Our plans to start work on the landbridge section of the renovations can continue as this is not reliant on the planning application, and we expect to start work this summer. In other news, the pier group purchased the catering unit from Malcy, and we look forward to serving you bacon butties, burgers and hot drinks as part of our fundraising for the pier. Why not attend one of our coffee mornings at the Red Lion in Chelmondiston IP9 1DX to see our latest plans and to give your opinions on our work? We next meet on Wednesdays 3 July and 7 August, 10.30am-noon; come along to meet volunteers, see our latest plans and enjoy refreshments at only £5 for cake and a tea/coffee.
The last bank holiday Monday in May saw experienced and new cyclists alike, all in pink with most wearing tutus, riding around the peninsula collecting money for The Blossom Appeal. Starting out at the Wheatsheaf, Tattingstone, the route then took them to Alton Water, The Compasses, Holbrook, Bakers Arms, Harkstead, Butt & Oyster, Pin Mill, Freston Boot, White Horse, Tattingstone and back to the Wheatsheaf, 18 miles in total. Many thanks to all the hostelries for allowing us to descend en masse and to make collections at their premises. A huge thank you and well done to all those who participated – cyclists, support vehicles and donators – a massive £500 was collected for The Blossom Appeal.
Giving people with disabilities the freedom of cycling Charlotte’s Tandems is a UK charity that lends tandems and tag-along bikes to people with impaired physical or mental abilities through a series of volunteers based throughout the UK. Those who are unable to ride a bike safely on their own are loaned the equipment and given support to enjoy the pleasure of cycling with their friends or family. Nearly 15 years ago, when Charlotte Reeves was eight years old her parents, Alex and Kate, first discovered the many benefits of riding a tandem together. The family has always been interested in cycling, but their passion reached another level when they saw how much Charlotte got out of the experience. Alex comments: “When we are on the bikes we have a lot of fun together. It can be a really bonding experience and that is why we set up Charlotte’s Tandems as we wanted other people with disabilities to enjoy the wonders of cycling as much as Charlotte does.” If you know someone who could benefit from getting out and enjoying a tandem ride, visit CharlottesTandems.co.uk to find out more and maybe request a loan. The nearest loan-point to Ipswich is in Chelmondiston, and although not an official part of the Charlotte’s Tandems offer, the Chelmo store might also be able to fix a pilot for you if needed.
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GOOD NEIGHBOUR SCHEMES A HELPING HAND WHEN NEEDED The Shotley Peninsula Good Neighbour Schemes are an important support network in our villages. They are run by volunteers under the umbrella of Community Action Suffolk. They can be contacted for assistance over a range of activities, including shopping, pet care, trips to hospitals and surgeries and collecting prescriptions. We are supported by parish councils and voluntary donations. All volunteers have been DBS and reference checked and are simply people in the community who don’t mind being asked for a helping hand. The contact phone is held by a rota of volunteers who ask volunteers in turn if they are free to help with a particular task. It is for all to use – all of us at some point are glad to be able to call on a neighbour for help. Please contact the Good Neighbour Scheme for your village: Chelmondiston and Pin Mill: 780408 Harkstead and Lower Holbrook: 328326 Shotley and Erwarton: 07799 873881 Stutton Support Network: 327753 Tattingstone: 07895 052086
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NEWS BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCILLOR MARY MCLAREN Stour Ward (Harkstead, Holbrook and Stutton) Babergh District Council held its annual council meeting on Wednesday 22 May. The main business of the meeting was to elect the chair, vice-chair, leader and deputy leader of the council. Kathryn Grandon was elected as chairman and announced that Action Dementia would be her nominated charity for this coming year. John Ward (Con) – Leader, Cabinet Member for Finance Clive Arthey (Ind) – Deputy Leader, Cabinet Member for Planning Cabinet members and the chair and deputy chair to the various committees were also elected. As no political party has overall majority we look forward to partnership working as councillors in the interests of our residents. Mr David Rose, retired councillor for Harkstead and Holbrook received a Long Service Award in appreciation for 16 years representing the two villages. Support to help Rough Sleepers Greater support will be available in Suffolk to help rough sleepers find and retain private sector housing following a successful joint bid for £209,000 by Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils and West Suffolk Council. A joint supported lettings team will offer greater assurances and confidence to landlords to house these tenants. The support team will step in to help people in the early stages of rough sleeping to prevent needs becoming more complex. Housing Service Satisfaction Survey Council tenants and lease holders have been sent a survey asking them to rate the services they receive from Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils as their landlord. Seven thousand households across the districts will have until 28 June to have their say on the housing services they receive from the councils. Returned surveys will be entered into a prize draw to win one of four £50 shopping vouchers. This is the first survey in five years BDC have carried out with their residents and covers a wide range of tenancies – general needs accommodation, sheltered housing schemes and leaseholders. Each group has concerns unique to their tenancy. The survey will be unique to the specific tenancy agreement. Survey results will be published in the autumn.
We are into our third year of Walkers are Welcome in Shotley and thanks to all who supported our Suffolk Day celebration at the Bristol Arms. In the past few months we have been working on a brand new initiative to publish details of family activities on the Shotley Peninsula and our information leaflet is to be launched this month. This will hopefully encourage more families out walking together, and have lots of information on things to do. Thanks to Shotley Primary School and Kidzone for their help in promoting this information to our community. Our next organised walk on Saturday 13 July is the popular First World War U-Boat Surrender Commemoration, starting from the HMS Ganges Museum at 11am. This is the third time we have done this guided walk and this coincides with the Harwich Haven Surrender and Sanctuary project exhibiting the Edith Cavell Railway Van in Harwich (Google Edith Cavell for information). The circular walk from the museum is a total of five miles, with a stop for refreshments at Shotley Church where we will show three short films of the U-Boat Surrender and look around the two Commonwealth War cemeteries and Submariners Memorial. To reserve a place please email any of the three contacts at the end of this report. The next Health Walk is on Wednesday 17 July, starting from the Bristol Arms at 11.30am. As usual, it will be a gentle two mile stroll around Shotley Gate. All are welcome. Our cutting and strimming of the popular walks continues, and be assured we are especially careful to check for nesting birds before starting any work. Finally, we are coming up to the closing deadline for photograph submissions for our 2020 Shotley wall calendar. The theme is In and Around Shotley, and if you have any great photos to be considered for inclusion please send jpegs to: marian.pugh@btinternet.com
Completed surveys can be returned in the freepost envelope provided, or online using the specific link and household ID included on the letter. For more information visit: www.babergh.gov.uk
If you have any queries about the work of Shotley Open Spaces contact Geraint Pugh (g.pugh1@btinternet.com), Gary Richens (gary.richens.583@ btinternet.com) or Tony Lawford-Randall (keyworker@hotmail.co.uk).
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HOLBROOK AND SHOTLEY SURGERY Summer Heat With this summer predicted to be another hot one, there is sensible advice on the NHS website at: www.nhs.uk/heatwave Listen to the weather forecast and the news. Plan ahead to avoid the heat. Drink plenty of fluids and avoid excess alcohol. Dress appropriately for the weather. Slow down when it’s hot. Know how to keep your home cool. Go indoors or outdoors, whichever is cooler. Cars get hot, avoid closed spaces. Watch out for signs of heat related illness, cool your skin with water and stay safe when swimming. If you do need help, call NHS 111 or in an emergency 999. If you are aware of someone, perhaps an elderly person, who may be particularly vulnerable, please let us know so we are can ensure we provide help where possible. Out of Area Patients A few patients who have moved out of our area have been asked to register with their local practice. This is because our contract only allows us to register patients within our practice boundary which is the peninsula side of the main train line from Ipswich to London. Patient care follows through to our community teams and patients registered with us, but those who live in Ipswich or East Bergholt, for instance, will not receive joined-up care from our district nurses and midwives. It is important to register with your local
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practice as soon as possible to build relationships with them so they will be able to fully support your future care needs. We regret that we have to ask patients to register elsewhere but this is genuinely in the patient’s best interests. GP and Staff Training Afternoons Our next training afternoon is on Thursday 18 July. The practice will be open for patients to come in to collect/drop off prescriptions and book appointments or make enquiries at reception. However, there will be no clinical staff on site and our telephone lines will be switched over to the out of hours’ service. Please ring 111 for advice if your query cannot wait until the following day. In an emergency, dial 999. Zero Tolerance I am sorry to say that we have had a number of episodes recently where patients have been rude and verbally aggressive towards our staff. This will not be tolerated and any patient who displays this type of behaviour will be sent a warning letter. If the behaviour continues, they will be removed from our patient list and have to register elsewhere. We appreciate that when patients are ill they may act differently to usual but rudeness and abuse will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Practice Manager Julia Smith
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NEWS BABERGH DISTRICT COUNCILLOR DEREK DAVIS Ganges Ward (Shotley & Erwarton) One of the top priorities for Cabinet, and indeed full council, since the new administration was formed is to get the Joint Local Plan out for public consultation. I was part of the working group working through the policies and the reasons behind those policies, but you, the public, now get to have your say. The Local Plan is used alongside the National Planning Policy Framework and Neighbourhood Plans (NDP), for those that have them, when the planning committee or officers with delegated powers make development decisions, so it is important it is done properly in order to deliver what the district(s) need in the right way. Ganges ward does not yet have a NDP so your village needs you to help formulate a Neighbourhood Development Plan to shape the future of housing in Shotley and Erwarton. A working group is being formed to work in association with Shotley Parish Council and volunteers are required to join the group. Group members will be required to play an active part in formulating the NDP in compliance with Babergh’s Joint Local Plan, the National Planning Policy Framework, The Localism Act (2011) and current EU regulations. While it is likely professional consultants could work with the group to formulate legal documents, practical help, such as applying for grants, putting together a bespoke, local questionnaire, distributing leaflets, and delivering and collecting survey forms, will be vital. It is envisaged volunteers will be drawn from the wide demographic within the two villages and all registered voters can apply to take part. Please contact me for further information. Communities Role While my role on the Cabinet as portfolio holder for Communities has many positive aspects, including opening a new dedicated skate park in Sudbury, representing Babergh at the wonderful Great East Swim at Alton Water and working on some excellent initiatives promoting health and well-being in the district, we also face challenges with community safety and I’m working closely with our housing team, Suffolk Police and other agencies to find answers to a range of problems afflicting our area. More to come on that. Shotley Pier Shotley Pier Group has lost its appeal against a decision to refuse permission to build at Bristol Pier, Shotley Gate. An independent planning inspector has ruled Babergh’s planning committee was right to refuse an application by Shotley Heritage Community Benefit Society Ltd, more commonly known as the Pier Group. The inspector, Mr Robert Fallon, concurred with the decision by the planning committee that the harm of building workshops, an arts venue, visitor centre, workshops and cafe on the character and appearance of the area looking down the River Stour outweighed the benefits put forward by the appellant. If you have an issue you would like to discuss please contact me at: derek.davis@babergh.gov.uk / 07824 167196 Facebook: Derek Davis – Your Independent Councillor
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The May meeting was also the annual meeting of the parish council. Councillor John Ambrose was re-elected as chairman and Councillor Chris Sawyer was elected to the position of vice chairman.
Saturday 20 July, 7.30pm at All Saints: The Silburys
Holbrook Annual Parish Meeting The parish council would like to say a big thank-you to all residents who attended the meeting on 21 May and also to all the local schools and organisations who contributed to the success of the evening. Councillor Vacancy Would you make a good parish councillor? Would you like to keep Holbrook a desirable place to live? Are you interested in planning and development? Can you be a voice for the people of the parish? The parish council currently has one vacancy; in particular there is a need for representation from Lower Holbrook. If you are interested in applying, please contact the clerk for further information. Full minutes of all meetings are available online or by contacting the clerk: holbrookparishclerk@outlook.com / 07999 583017 Future meeting dates: August 19 and September 16. www.holbrook.suffolk.cloud
Bringing together a fusion of folk, prog and acoustic rock. Covering Jethro Tull, Fairport Convention, Ralph McTell and Lindisfarne, as well as original material. Tickets £8. Light refreshments, raffle and pay bar. Book ahead (01473 328814 / 328940 / 327379) or purchase tickets at the door. Sunday 4 August at All Saints: Friends of Holbrook Church Barbecue Come and join us! Friend’s AGM at noon, barbecue at 12.15pm. Teddy Jump around 1.30pm. Woody’s sausages and burgers, salads and a complimentary drink. Cash bar, stalls and raffle. £5 for adults, £2 for under-12s, £2 entry per Teddy. Tickets from Woody’s Butchers, any of the telephone numbers listed above, or at the church gates on the day.
SHOTLEY VILLAGE HALL We have a few slots available. If you enjoy a game of snooker contact Michelle on 787405 to book.
Do you like poetry? Do you write poetry?
Our next auction is on Saturday 14 September. Lots must be booked with Jim Catling (788499 / jimcatling@icloud.com) or Norman Bugg (787358). Lots cost £1 each and can be delivered to the hall on Thursday 12 September between 10am to 6pm.
The 10-week poetry workshop will begin on September 11 in St Andrew’s Church Room, Chelmondiston.Running from 7-9pm, it’s just £3 per session.
Lots can be viewed on Friday 13 September between 10am and 6pm when programmes can be purchased, bids left and paddle numbers booked.
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PENINSULAR PIX We will be showing that much-talked-about comedy Fighting With My Family at Tattingstone Village Hall on Thursday 4 July at 8pm. Directed by Stephen Merchant, it stars Florence Pugh (Paige) and Jack Lowden (Zak) as young British wanna-be wrestlers. The Norfolk siblings are given the chance of going to America and taking part in a training programme to become professional wrestlers. There they meet ex-wrestler Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson (playing himself) who takes Paige in hand in order to get her through the boot-camp style training school which Paige hopes will lead to fame and fortune in the chuck-about ring. Paige is a blacked-out Goth who despises ditsy Barbie girls and wants to prove that brain and brawn can go together.
WOOLVERSTONE CLASSIC CAR & MOTORBIKE EVENT Thursday 18 July from 11am at The Church Field, Woolverstone The Friends of Woolverstone are delighted that there has been a huge demand to run the classic event again this year. Last year we had beautiful cars, fabulous weather and exceptional tea and cake. Everyone had a lovely day. Please come and join us for another great day. Bring your classic car or motorbike, or just bring yourselves and your friends to the Church Field, accessed from the Marina Road IP9 1AX. Barbecue and bar.
Colin, our much-loved but dour president, has seen the movie and says it’s tremendously funny. You know he rarely cracks a smile at anything, so this one must be a real snorter! It would be great to see you all there, sipping wine, eating biscuits, buying our chocolate ice creams and making us rich.
GENTS’ BREAKFAST St Andrew’s Church Room, Chelmondiston, on Saturday 17 August from 9-11am. I will happily cook for any gents who would like an English (or continental) breakfast with tea/coffee as required. Bring a friend or neighbour, a newspaper or whatever interests you. Come at a time to suit you and I will cook a fresh breakfast for you. It would be great to know in advance if you will be joining us, but I am sure there will be places on the day. A donation of around £10 towards church funds would be appreciated. Dilly Ridge: dilly@hildaridge.co.uk / 01473 780350
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OUT & ABOUT STUTTON FLOWER SHOW AND MINI FETE Stutton Community Hall on Saturday 20 July Doors open from 2.30pm, draw for the raffle at 4.15pm and trophy presentation at 4.40pm. Come along for a great afternoon. There’s still time to pick up a show catalogue from the Community Shop, with categories (for all ages) including flowers, veg, art, wine, craft, and much more.
SHOTLEY & ERWARTON WI Last month’s speaker was Olive Quinton (accompanied by husband Tony). Olive informed us all about her company, Lofty Heights, a complete loft, home and garden de-cluttering service. She explained how they are a social enterprise, dedicated to helping the community and the young people who work beside her, giving them the opportunity to train and work where they may have struggled in school and in finding work, thus improving their life chances. Olive and her team de-clutter for those with MH or illness, move furniture for the elderly or unable, prepare homes when someone is being discharged from hospital or need help when downsizing for a smaller home move. Olive told us of a lady in her 80s who they reunited with an old teapot her mother had given her and some old records that took her back to her dancehall memories.
SHOTLEY PENINSULA BRANCH Although short on numbers at the June meeting due to personal commitments, those attending enjoyed the start with a good meal thanks to Christine and Allana. MULOA (Mothers Union Listen, Observe, Action) was experienced and the afternoon was closed with tea and cake. In July we have our meeting as a garden party, this year at Christine and Tony’s garden on Wednesday 10 at 2pm. Cream teas are served and we enjoy the outdoors. You are very welcome to bring a friend and visitors are always welcome to join us. The August meeting is on Wednesday 1 at 2pm in St Andrew’s Church for the Wave of Prayer Service, followed by refreshments in the church room. We look forward to seeing you all; enquiries or transport requests to Christine (780621) or Pam (780796), we will be pleased to help you.
May we please thank everyone who came to our coffee morning where we raised £300. Our next WI meeting is on 19 July when we will be having our evening outing. To become a member contact Jo Lee: 01473 787311
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CHELMONDISTON 100 CLUB We are very pleased to announce that the 100 Club is thriving and is now into its second year. Many thanks go to everyone who signed up. We are just a couple of subscribers short of seeing another prize increase, so if you meant to join us but haven’t quite done it yet, please contact Fiona. The latest draw was made on 2 June and the results are as follows: £120 Ann Hooper
Wednesday 10 July from 2pm At Christine & Tony’s home, 1 Rectory Field, Chelmondiston IP9 1HY Home baking, good company, entertainment and fun Shotley Peninsula Branch welcomes everyone to come along Queries to Christine (01473 780621) or Pam (01473 780796)
£60 Doreen Jefferies Many congratulations to them both. The next draw will be in September. For more information phone 01473 780965.
STOUR VALLEY PROBUS CLUB On Wednesday 5 June, Norman Jacobs brought back memories of Light Entertainment from the 1920s to the 1950s. Two weeks later on 19 June, Cathy Shelbourne presented In the Wake of the Mayflower. Both were much enjoyed by members.
STOUR VALLEY U3A On Wednesday 10 July Paul Stancliffe, Media Manager of The British Trust for Ornithology, will talk to us on bird migration. He will explain what we know and what we don’t know and how the BTO is using the very latest technology to uncover the mysteries of bird migration. We will follow cuckoos, nightingales and swifts as they undertake amazing journeys to and from their wintering grounds.
On 3 July, Peter Jones will talk about The Martello Towers of Essex and on 17 July Liz Barringer will talk about the work of The Leonard Cheshire Homes.
Our meeting on August 14 is a member’s only event and will be held at the Venture Centre, Lawford CO11 2JE at the normal time. Further information will be given at the July meeting.
We don’t hold meetings in August and our speaker on 4 September is Mervyn Linford introducing us to the river from Cattawade Bridge to Ha’Penny Pier. Ted Wheatley will return on 18 September with a talk entitled Speakers’ Corner.
The theme of our meeting on September 11 is Great Composers of Film Music. Steve Johnson, a film enthusiast, will recall the history of music in film from the beginnings of sound, with emphasis on specific composers who have made significant contributions to music in film.
Our club endeavours to be simple in structure, free of the constraints and obligations of service clubs and involve members at minimal cost. The club is directed primarily to providing fellowship between members who are compatible with each other and the opportunity for development of acquaintances. New members are welcomed.
Each month The Coffee Grinders meet at The Lambe School, Gaston Street, East Bergholt CO7 6SD from 10am to noon. This meeting especially welcomes new members and gives all members the opportunity to meet the activity group leaders and the committee while enjoying a cup of coffee. The next meeting is on Friday 26 July.
We meet on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at St John Ambulance HQ, Manningtree CO11 1EB at 10.30am. For further details please contact speaker secretary Dave Carman: 01255 880202
We meet at Constable Hall, Gandish Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TP at 2.15pm. Annual membership is £12 which entitles members to attend meetings on the second Wednesday of each month.
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OUT & ABOUT 1ST SAMFORD VALLEY SCOUT GROUP Recently the Beavers went down to Holbrook Creek for an alphabet scavenger hunt. We currently have 12 Beavers with a few on the waiting list. We’d love to have up to 18, but really need an assistant leader to be able to increase our numbers. The role would include meeting from 5.15-6.15pm most Wednesdays in term time and a camp once or twice a year. Please contact Tiffany if you’re interested in helping out: 07818 298511 On Friday 31 May, 13 Scouts went on a survival skills weekend at Hallowtree campsite. Led by Adrian Garnham, the Scouts arrived at 6pm and headed off to the site they were using. Groundsheets were issued and the Scouts divided themselves up into smaller groups before selecting their pitches. Once they had designed the shelters and stowed their kit, they were tasked with making their supper, kebabs and pitta breads. After eating, they went off to play games before returning to a campfire. Eventually, they turned in for the night at around midnight. Saturday morning saw the first ones up at 5.20am. The sun was already shining and they were raring to go. Breakfast was cooked and devoured with gusto and they went back to sort and make good their shelters. At about 9.30am, everyone headed off to Bridge Wood Country Park for a two-hour orienteering task. The girls went off in one group while the boys split into three groups. The girls managed to find 19 of 20 control points while all the boys managed 12 between them. On returning to camp, they were shown how to filter water before being set the task of finding their supplies for the weekend by following compass bearing and paces. In the afternoon the Scouts were set the task of making a mallet using knives, axes and saws. A task completed with relative ease by everyone, leaders included. David gave them a biology lesson when he produced a rabbit and prepared it for cooking. After the evening meal, games included human football, manhunt and tag before a sit around the campfire. Everyone must have been tired as all the Scouts retired to bed by 11pm.
EAST SUFFOLK ASSOCIATION FOR THE BLIND An independent and voluntary charitable organisation promoting the welfare of blind and visually impaired people in East Suffolk since 1914. Membership is free. We also hold a social on the last Wednesday of every month at Stutton Community Hall from 2-4pm when we provide entertainment, afternoon tea and a raffle, and twice a year we have a lunch at a local hotel. If you would like to join us, contact Ian, our community support worker, for more information: 01473 788380 We are always in need of volunteer drivers to assist us with our monthly social event. If interested please contact Barbara McDonald: 01473 328907
ORWELL DECORATIVE & FINE ARTS SOCIETY Our talks throughout the year cover a broad spectrum of art and are delivered within a relaxed and welcoming environment. Our guest speaker on June 5 was musician and broadcaster Sandy Burnett who set toes tapping with a musical journey into The Age of Jazz. Talks resume on September 4 when Anne Haworth presents Porcelain for the Chinese Emperors, preceded by our Annual General Meeting We meet at Tower Hall, Broadlands Way, Rushmere St Andrew on the first Wednesday of most months. The meeting begins at 2.05pm and lasts about an hour with tea and coffee are available from 1.30pm. For the latest events and news please visit: www.orwelldfas.org.uk
CHELMONDISTON WI What a busy few months for us all! I can’t believe that we are in June already and I’m reminding folks about July! Our monthly meetings are a great time to stop and relax a wee while with friends and neighbours, but behind the scenes it’s a hive of industry, especially when there are extra activities like SEFWI’s Centenary Windmill Trail. Valid from 1 June to 30 September, this could be a jolly outing for you. Maps showing the locations of all the windmills and a passport to log your journey can be downloaded from: www.sefwi.org.uk
Sunday morning came around and the first ones finally stirred just after 7am. After breakfast they packed away their kit before going off to play games. 1pm soon came around and the parents arrived to pick everyone up, exhausted but hopefully having enjoyed the weekend.
SHOTLEY WHIST DRIVE
In April we enjoyed the company of Lily, a three-legged hedgehog, and learned how to look after the adorable little creatures if they chose to visit us in our gardens.
We meet in the village hall every other Thursday. This month we will meet on Thursdays 11 and 25 from 1.50-4pm. For information or lifts, please contact Norman or Eileen: 01473 787358
CRAFTERS UNLIMITED A craft club which meets on the first Monday of the month (except for bank holidays when it’s the following Monday). Saturday workshops (10am4pm) and Monday meetings (7.30-10pm) are held in Wherstead Village Hall Meeting Rooms. Samples of each project are displayed the month before and other projects are available. Monday, July 1: Quilled Swan (Jill) Monday, August 5: Embroidered Felt Bird (Debbie) Contacts: Ann 01473 780298 / Jill 01473 713534
May was a real treat. Jason Kermee, a gentlemen we would highly recommend, brought part of his collection of Victorian music boxes. The highlight of the evening was when we had the opportunity to hold ‘replica’ crown jewels. Made from crystal, they were huge and made my engagement ring look like a grain of salt. Jason’s enthusiasm for his hobby was made very obvious. In June, Sharon Lockheart gave us ideas on reusing rather than dumping unwanted items such as old watches, costume jewellery, gold/silver bits and foreign or UK banknotes of any age. Items collected on the night have gone to ACWW (Associated Country Women of the World) to be added to their recycling project to raise money for their charity. On 9 July, Karen Kenny will enlighten us with her talk on The Mystery of Herbs, which I look forward to very much. I recently heard that fleas and ticks avoid Rosemary! Any ladies are welcome to join us as a visitor from 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Pat Lakey
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SHOTLEY CHURCH HERITAGE 700 CLUB
We meet in Shotley Village Hall every other Thursday. This month we will meet on Thursdays 4 and 18 from 1.50-4pm.
May Draw Winners Mrs E Ratcliffe (008)
£25
On Wednesday 3 July we are going to Aldeburgh for a brief visit, then on to Dunwich for a fish and chip lunch. We will take a scenic route on our way home. We leave Shotley at 9am.
Mr R Higgs (009)
£20
Mrs S Suckling (011)
£15
Mr M Stiff (090)
£5
We are jusy finalising our outings for the rest of the year. A reminder that on Thursday 24 October we are having our concert in the village hall from 2-4pm. As usual there will be wine, sherry and orange juice on arrival, with mince pies and sausage rolls at half time, and a draw. Up to now this has been a very good afternoon.
Mrs J Houghton (110) £5
This year we have decided to go to the Wooden Fender for our Christmas lunch, more details of this nearer the time.
New members are always welcome. The £1 a month subscription can be paid at three, six or twelve month intervals. To join or for more information contact Norman on 787358. The subscription is shared equally between prizes and funds to repair and maintain the church.
For information or lifts please contact Norman and Eileen: 01473 787358
SOCIAL SEW-AND-SO’S Social Sew and So’s welcomed some new members in June. More knitting, crocheting and sewing continued. Future dates for the diary: 6 July, 10 August, 7 September. Come join us with any new or unfinished projects that you need a little time and space for. Come and join us for tea, coffee and a chat at Harkstead Village Hall, doors open at 9am and we close up at a suitable stop point in the early afternoon.
RHS HYDE HALL GARDENS & FLOWER SHOW On Saturday 3 August, Shotley Gardening Club has arranged to use it’s annual free visit to an RHS garden to visit RHS Hyde Hall. This visit will include free entry to the flower show.
For more details, please contact Sarah Donnison on 382692.
Because we can include guests, we are extending an invitation to friends and neighbours to join us.
ALTON BELLES WI
The only cost will be the coach fare, which depending on the number attending will be in the region of £15.
Twenty-four members attended Alton Belles WI May meeting. Our keen gardeners always produce cuttings and plants for sale at the May meeting and we were greeted by a sales table full of wonderful plants. May is an important month in the WI calendar as it’s our chance to vote on the latest resolutions; the results are taken to the National AGM in June. Two of our members had researched this year’s resolutions and presented a short film on each of the two resolutions: a call against the decline in local bus services and Don’t Fear the Smear. They then led lively discussions on both subjects. Members unanimously voted to carry both resolutions forward. An enquiry was also sent to our representative in respect of the age barrier currently in place for smear tests, with a request that the test should be available to all if requested. Our June meeting will be more relaxed as we learn to make the perfect cream tea and hopefully enjoy a taste of our efforts. In July we will be learning about the trees and woods of Shotley Peninsula. If you want to hear more about how you could get involved in our vibrant and forward-looking WI, do contact either Tamzin (328670) or Jane (327865).
For more information and/or to book a place on the coach, please contact Karen Smith (787731) or June Edwards (787422).
CHELMONDISTON HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY We held our annual quiz and buffet at the end of May. Thanks to Linda and her team, a sumptuous spread was enjoyed by the members, though it was a pity a few more weren’t present. A quiz followed with questions ranging from gardening to history, with thanks to Wal for the picture quiz which proved challenging. The winning team comprised of Val, Michelle, Patrick, Brian, Maureen and Chris. Well done to everyone who participated. The schedules for our summer show are now available; ask Linda if you haven’t got one and start planning your entries. Let’s try for a bumper turnout. Alan Storey
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Sunday 28 July, noon-4pm
Suffolk and Essex Small Animal Welfare Sanctuary There will be stalls, gifts, games, pet items, BBQ, homemade cakes, ice cream, face painting and entertainment from Hadleigh Ukulele Group. Prizes galore for all dog show classes including our special SESAW Dog of the Year category. Most important of all, please take time to meet our resident animals and those awaiting new homes. Gate opens at noon and everyone is welcome at Idano, Stoke Road, Leavenheath CO6 4PP.
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ON THE GRAPEVINE FUNDRAISER SWIMS TO FRANCE AND BACK WITHOUT GOING ANYWHERE NEAR THE SEA Kirstie Boxall wisely decided not to go anywhere near the chilly North Sea for her epic swimming challenge. Instead she swapped being covered in lanolin for the comfort of the land and headed to Ufford Park swimming pool to complete her quest. She swam 38 miles in 35 consecutive days which is the equivalent of swimming across the English Channel to France and back again. Kirstie’s challenge was not without cause. Two years ago she was diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer (TNBC). This is an uncommon form of breast cancer and is typically more difficult to treat. Kirstie bravely endured ten months of intensive treatment, taking part in a clinical trial which included seven cycles of chemotherapy over five months. The intensive treatment amounted to 15 sessions of which 12 were weekly. During this time she also developed neutropenic sepsis (which she luckily recovered from), had two operations and 24 sessions of radiotherapy. Despite all the turmoil of her treatment, she remained positive and cheerful, always thinking that there was someone in a far worse situation than herself. Thankfully she was given the all clear when her treatment finally finished in January 2018. Once off the rollercoaster the realisation set in and Kirstie, like so many cancer patients, found coming to terms with everything very difficult and daunting. Getting back in touch with the real world and moving on with her life after months of hospital visits which had become the norm was tough. To kick start the process she joined the HOPE (Helping Overcome Problems Effectively) course so she could understand and process what she had been through. It helped immensely and gave her the building blocks to move forward. As part of the course her first goal was to get back in the pool which was something which she had previously taken for granted, but was a huge step in this instance. Kirstie explains: “I have been swimming to overcome the ‘fallout’ from the after-effects of my treatment from triple negative breast cancer. By doing this I hope to encourage other people in a similar position and to raise money for Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity’s Blossom Appeal. The Blossom Appeal aims to help raise £2.5 million to build a new breast care centre at Ipswich Hospital. Taking on the challenge was my way of saying thank you to everyone who looked after me and it was wonderful to have a sense of purpose again whilst proving to myself that I could do it!
England. So that’s what I did and in doing so earned myself the nickname of ‘The Forest Gump of Swimming’! “As I was swimming the return leg my operation date was confirmed which meant I once again had to up my daily distance. I just made it and not sooner had I washed up on our shores I was off to the hospital once more. Recovering from the surgery took time and it’s only now I am able to reflect on what I accomplished. “I have been overwhelmed by the generosity of the donations and I have had such amazing support from so many, such as the invaluable team at the John Le Vay Cancer Support Centre at Ipswich Hospital. They have been instrumental in putting me and my family back on our feet. “Huge thanks also goes to all the departments at both Ipswich and Colchester hospitals that treated me. I feel very privileged to have received the care and expertise that I have and continue to do so. The NHS is truly an amazing service. “In saying that, I would also like to help raise the profile of triple negative breast cancer. By being able to be part of the clinical trial of the ‘Partner Study’, I hope that it helps in some way to find a cure for this uncommon type of breast cancer. I felt very lucky to be part of the trial and although it was a particularly gruelling treatment, I met some wonderful people who are very special to me. It is also a perfect example of one of the benefits to come out of Colchester and Ipswich Hospitals merging. I had a leg in each camp, so to speak and received treatment and expertise from both locations. “And last, but by no means least, thank you to you for taking the time to read this and if you are able to donate even the smallest amount to The Blossom Appeal and my crazy challenge, I would be very grateful as it all adds up.”
“Feeling like I have over the last two years, I never thought that I would be in a position to be able to do this. Although it was a struggle, I had this hair brained idea in my head since last November as I wanted to give something back and I needed a goal. “I was back in the pool as soon as I was able following the end of my treatment and I haven’t looked back since. I have been determined to get my movement back, overcome the fatigue and pain and push myself to become strong in mind and body. “Originally I was going to swim 19 miles over a month, bearing in mind that I was still recovering. However, with a provisional date looming for my third and hopefully final operation, I had to squeeze it in to only 17 days and increase my daily distance to at least 138 lengths (1.29 miles) of the pool each day and even 172 lengths on one day! “Whilst swimming along I had the crazy thought that as I had reached France in my mind, the only reasonable thing was to swim back to
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ON THE GRAPEVINE / SCHOOLS EBONY’S BLOG: LIFE AT THE SHELLEY CENTRE Double hoorays for the team of employees from Zurich in Ipswich who chose us as their firm’s charity day for 2019. They arrived in force on 24 May and worked from dawn till dusk on the land and many of the maintenance jobs. Look at the photo of this amazing team. Not only have they given us the physical help we are always crying out for, they have been sponsored most generously by their firm to do so. The centre was looking perfect, just like the National Stud at Newmarket when they finished! When the grass grows again and the weeds creep back, we shall be longing to have some help from someone else. Our regular maintenance volunteers need a boost: some extra bods willing to come over and work here for a couple of hours a week, mending things, mowing, watering and sweeping. All our lovely volunteers need to take time off for family things from time to time so the more people on the maintenance team, the merrier. Can you consider joining us? Our trustees will have held the AGM by the time you read this. I thought it was some kind of meeting, but from what I hear behind my shut door, it’s a party and takes up the whole yard; there is a smell of cooking, a lot of chatter, and a tinkle of glasses. What you humans will get up to in the interests of keeping us going never ceases to amaze me! Our Shelley Show brings June to a close, and the results will soon be up on the website for you to see. However much the riders achieve for themselves, and we are very proud that they do, they couldn’t really do it without help from Jo Public in the form of volunteers. I have heard that we need more helpers for the Tuesday rides, a pony leader for the Thursday morning boys’ ride at 10am, and two more side walkers for our Thursday ladies at 11am, and again for the Thursday afternoon to support the special needs children who come from their school during lunchtime. A very clever lady called Margaret will allocate help where it’s most needed if you just contact her to say when you could commit to working here.
CHELMONDISTON PLAYGROUP This summer term sees us really concentrating on getting the children ‘school ready’. The children will be visiting next door at Chelmondiston Primary School for story time sessions, learning about the uniform and becoming more independent. We also hope to hold an information evening for parents of those children starting school in September. We will also be saying an emotional farewell to the children from class 2018-2019 at our leavers’ ceremony. It really is a joy for the team to watch each child develop, learn and grow into such special young people. They will certainly be missed and we wish them all the best for when they start ‘big school’ in September. A special trip to Hollow Trees Farm is also something that we are looking forward to. The chance to have a guided tour and trailer ride with a tractor is a very exciting treat for the children. This has been able to be arranged through the generous donation given to our playgroup from the Chelpin Players. We really do appreciate their support. The children will also be taking part in our sports day event, which will be fun as well as promoting the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle. For more information or if you have any other enquiries relating to Chelmondiston Playgroup, please contact the manager, Lavinia Dzundza on 01473 780948 or email: chelmoplaygroup@yahoo.co.uk Becky Fox, Chelmondiston Playgroup Chairperson
After all the rain of the last month, here’s to everyone enjoying a bit of sun and blue sky as the school holidays loom for our school age riders. To those riders not governed by school term dates, we apologise that we’ll be closed for August, and hope you find a way to take exercise without us! Keep moving and come back safely when we open up again in September. www.shelleyrda.com / 01473 824172
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SCHOOLS / SPORT HOLBROOK PRIMARY SCHOOL Holbrook Primary has been a hive of activity as usual. Our children have been busy out and about in the local community or oversees. Junior pupils have just returned from an excellent trip to France, shopping in the supermarché, learning about some of the historic artefacts and even had enough time for a play on the beach. Y4 are hosting their own Olympic Games at Holbrook, linked to their Ancient Greece topic and have invited our Birchwood Primary friends to compete. Congratulations on Y4’s sporting prowess, it was only Holbrook Sports Day a couple of weeks ago. Y4 also performed at the Royal Hospital Music Concert on the 13 June, a wonderful opportunity which our talented musicians embraced. Y5 are off to Sutton Hoo, linked to their class text, Anglo Saxon Boy, as well as celebrating Suffolk Day in style on 21 June. Holbrook and Birchwood schools are most fortunate to have been given a wonderful opportunity by Suffolk Food Hall, which has now become a much-treasured annual tradition. Pupils were first given a presentation by Mr Paul Firman MBE, a local Harkstead boy, and a Holbrook boy (myself). The presentation explained to the children the importance and history of the Suffolk Trinity (Suffolk Punch, Suffolk Sheep, Red Poll Cattle) and Suffolk ppecific breeds of animal (Ixworth Chicken, Suffolk Chequered Bantam, Appleyard Duck, Suffolk Black Pig). The children then have a marvellous opportunity to meet and stroke each one, talking to their proud owners about the history of the breed and finding out about how we can save these endangered Suffolk treasures. The morning was a marketing and business workshop where children designed their Suffolk Day dish with a budget of 49p per head!
EAST BERGHOLT FOOTBALL CLUB The players are taking a well-earned break from football but will be returning to pre-season training on July 1. The secretary was pleased to receive the trophy for the Senior Sportsmanship Award for the second successive season. The club will be looking to add some silverware for playing achievements too next season. Sponsorship We are looking for new kits for all three teams for next season. This is a great opportunity to support a local organisation and publicise your venture. There are a number of options available and anyone interested is invited to make contact with the secretary in the first instance. Ladies and Juniors The ladies had a very successful season. They won the league and the Knockout Cup in the Suffolk League for the second year running and should be moving up to the Eastern Region league next season. Well done to all the players and to coaches Darren and Dale. We are looking for new teams, boys or girls, of any age group to come and join us as we look for the club to grow. Also ladies who would like to join are welcome. If you are interested please contact David George at: davidgeorge5000@hotmail.com Of course, we are always looking for people who can help the club as committee members, whether on the playing side or just in the background. Please contact me if you’d like to know more. Steve Butcher: stevebutcher55@btinternet.com
Y6 are off on their residential trip to Norfolk, as well as escorting Reception class to Aldeburgh for their Beach Schools Day. Our school council has been very busy, relentlessly encouraging and leading pupils and parents to reduce the use of single use plastics, as well as continuing to support Tiffers Bus at the top of Freston Hill. Tiffers visit to the school was amazing. We couldn’t believe how cosy it was inside. Our junior road safety officers have again been delivering their suggestions in the council chambers at Endeavour House and sharing their ideas to reduce car emissions and encourage healthier transport options to school. Gosh, what a busy few weeks! As always, if you are looking for school places and would like to visit us, we would love to show you around. Executive Headteacher Steve Cloke
STUTTON TODDLER AND BABY GROUP Everyone welcome. Meeting every Tuesday at Stutton Community Hall, 9.30 – 11.30am.
Dinghy Instructor Course This year’s dinghy instructor course will run from July 1-5 and will involve RYA coaches in addition to Neptune teams. Candidates must have previously passed a pre-assessment sailing skills test. This test, complete with any practice required, will be carried out at Neptune and approval given by an RYA coach. FUTURE ACTIVITIES Adult Sailing Courses: 21 & 22 July, 17 &18 August Five-day Summer Junior Sailing Courses 15-19 July, 22-26 July, 29 July-2 August, 12-16 August, 26-30 August To book or for additional information visit: www.neptunesailing.org.uk
Running over the school holidays too. Children and babies from zero to five years old, new faces and families can join us for a free taster session on your first visit. Every week we get creative with crafts such as painting, drawing and making themed art. Toy cars, animals and trains are a firm favourite as well as whizzing around the hall on the ride on toys. Whooshing down the slide, crawling through the tunnel and catching bubbles also offers lots of fun. Singing on the stage and story time also offers a chance for the children to express themselves and use their imaginations. Each session is £3 per family, including a healthy snack for the little ones and a tea/coffee/biscuit for the parents and carers. We are a small, friendly group of mums, dads, grandparents and carers who look forward to meeting you very soon. Becky Fox, Stutton Toddler and Baby Group Volunteer
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The Blossom Appeal team warmly invite you to join them on the morning of Sunday 7 July in Felixstowe to take part in Colchester & Ipswich Hospitals Charity’s annual Walk for Wards event. Walk for Wards is a 10k or 5km walk, run or jog along Felixstowe’s picturesque and varied seafront. You will take in views of the port, admire the beach huts and enjoy the vista across to Bawdsey along the way. Walk together, take in the sea air and do something amazing to raise funds for The Blossom Appeal. It’s suitable for all the family and is wheelchair/pushchair friendly. You can even bring the dog! To take part, register in advance online or on the day at the View Point Café, nr Languard Fort. We look forward to seeing you there. www.colchesteripswichcharity.org.uk/walk-for-wards
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SPORT / CHURCH NEWS SHOTLEY ROSE BOWLS CLUB The bowls season is fast approaching and Shotley Rose Bowls Club is preparing itself for a new season of challenges. We have again entered the Samford League (Mondays) and the Triples League (Wednesdays). These matches are played in the early evenings, starting at 6.30pm.
Also, those passing the Shotley Rose may have seen a shiny looking hut in the background. The outside of our clubhouse has been decorated and repairs carried out. There is still a lot to do inside to give everything a fresh feel.
After our successes of last year, we will be entering teams in the Millennium Trophy (where we were runners-up last year) and the Samford Knock Out Cup. Also, individuals will be entering numerous county competitions and we hope to follow Ian Lord’s triumphs from last year.
If you can volunteer some time to help please contact Simon Whitney: 01473 788886
This season Martin Stiff has taken on the new role of ‘Club Captain’ and will be organising both teams for next year. Our new greenkeeper, Colin Appleby, ably assisted by Paul Catchpool, has been working hard preparing the playing surface for the forthcoming season.
Please get in touch with Andrew or Norman if you would like to join our merry band of players or just have a try at this sport. It’ s a great way to meet people in the village and enjoy a competitive sport that’s not too strenuous or serious. We look forward to seeing you soon. CONTACTS Secretary: Andrew Coulson, 01473 787304 Treasurer: Norman Bugg, 01473 787358
HOLY FAMILY ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Ipswich Road, Brantham CO11 1TB
Parish Priest: Fr Peter Raj 180 Hawthorn Drive, Ipswich IP2 0QQ / 01473 684963 www.stmarksparish.org.uk SERVICES FOR JULY Sunday 7 9am
14th Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass
Tuesday 9 9.30am Morning Prayer 10am Mass Sunday 14 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9am Mass Tuesday 16 9.20am Eucharistic Adoration 10am Mass Sunday 21 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9am Mass Tuesday 23 9.30am Morning Prayer 10am Mass Sunday 28 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time 9am Mass Tuesday 30 9.20am Eucharistic Adoration 10am Mass
people were put at ease by the tenderness of her glance, comforted by her caress, sustained by her hope and nourished by the courage of her faith, which could make even the most forgotten in our midst realise that they are not forgotten by God. History is written by people like this, people unafraid to offer their lives for love: whenever you did this to the least of my brothers and sisters, you did it to me.” Earlier, Pope Francis visited Skopje’s Mother Teresa Memorial House, which is built on the former site of The Sacred Heart Church where St Teresa of Kolkata was baptised. Mother Teresa’s childhood home and Sacred Heart Church were both destroyed in an earthquake in 1963. Events & Diary Dates The 100 Club draw took place on Sunday, June 23 at Holy Family when three lucky winners shared a record £163 prize pot. The next draw takes place on Sunday, July 21 at Holy Family, Brantham. New members are always very welcome and the newsletter, which includes an application form, can be found at the rear of the church or online at: www.stmarksparish.org.uk Every last Thursday of the month a Bring & Buy Coffee Morning takes place at Viv & Wyn’s home, Paddock Gate, Whitehorse Road, East Bergholt CO7 6TR from 10.30am to noon. We are raising funds for a new carpet for the parish room and all are very welcome to join us. The next event will be on Thursday, July 25. Supporting our Local Hospice All parishioners are asked to collect used postage stamps, all year, not just at Christmas, and place them in the box at the rear of the church to help support the outstanding work of our local hospice.
Catholic Commentary In the first-ever Papal visit to North Macedonia, Pope Francis lauded the lasting legacy of Mother Teresa, a saint unafraid to offer her life for love.
The Sick & Homebound Fr Jeremiah Matthias is the Ipswich Hospital Chaplain and he can be contacted on 07951 066607. Please let him know as soon as possible if a friend or relative has been admitted. Please let Fr Peter know of anyone who is ill at home or homebound, so that they can receive appropriate pastoral care.
“This land was able to give to the world and to the Church in Mother Teresa just that kind of concrete sign of how one small person, anointed by the Lord, could permeate everything, once the fragrance of the Beatitudes was spread over the weary feet of our humanity. How many
All are very welcome to attend Holy Family services; it’s not necessary to be a Catholic and enquiries about the Catholic faith are always welcome. Please contact the presbytery, as above, or a local person whom you know is a Catholic.
The weekly newsletter, with weekly mass times, is always displayed in the cabinet alongside the front door of the church.
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CHURCH NEWS CHELMONDISTON & HOLBROOK METHODIST CHURCHES OVERFLOWING JOY I’ve just had a weekend with my brother and our wives, going through family photos and letters. We have only just touched the surface of all the material we have between us and our sisters going back to the late 1800s. There were fascinating letters from India from my Aunty Rose to her mother and family in Colchester, and letters from my mother (before she was married) when she first went out to India in 1935. She describes in great detail the journey, the life, the experience, learning Tamil and the language exams. She describes a meal she was invited to by nurses and doctors in the hospital on the mission compound. They came and dressed her in a sari, put a garland of flowers around her neck, escorted her to the room where they shared the meal, laid out on banana leaves and shared in real Indian hospitality and customs. She embraced Indian life to the full, bubbling over with enthusiasm at the wonder of it all. She had a degree in geography and botany and delighted in the creation around her. However, there were also hardships, health problems, abandoned children, a lack of water and coping with the heat, but what comes through the letters is overflowing joy in life. My mum had known grief. On her seventh birthday, her eldest brother was killed on the Battle of the Somme. At university in Reading in 1930 the man she had expected to marry died of galloping tuberculosis. Their dreams of missionary work and having family were dashed. So she accepted that God was calling her as a single missionary to serve in India where her elder sister had already been for many years. Her children would be the Indian children she would teach. One morning she was woken early and asked if she would adopt an abandoned girl. With permissions granted, she and her Indian colleague, Jane Moses, adopted Anbu (Tamil for love). After five years she was due home on furlough, but didn’t feel it was right to bring an Indian girl to Britain in 1940 with the war in Europe starting and so Anbu remained with Jane, with my mother expected to return to India in 12 months. Because of the war, there were no passage for women and it was over five years before she returned, now married to my dad and with a child of her own. That’s another exciting and emotional story for another occasion.
SHORELINE BENEFICE, JULY ST ANDREW’S, CHELMONDISTON Sunday 7 9.15am Holy Communion, The Rev Canon L Oosterhof Tuesday 9 10am Midweek Communion, The Rev Canon L Oosterhof Sunday 14 10.45am Benefice Service for Sea Sunday at Shotley Church Sunday 21 9.15am Holy Communion, The Rev Canon C Chapman Sunday 28 9.30am All-Age Family Service, Mrs C Ward ST MARY’S, ERWARTON Sunday 7 11am Holy Communion BCP, The Rev Canon L Oosterhof Sunday 14 10.45am Benefice Service for Sea Sunday at Shotley Church Sunday 21 11am Holy Communion BCP, The Rev T Crosbie Sunday 28 10.45am Service at Shotley Church, The Rev Canon L Oosterhof ST MARY’S, HARKSTEAD Sunday 7 9.30am Holy Communion, The Rev D Newton Sunday 14 10.45am Benefice Service for Sea Sunday at Shotley Church Sunday 21 9.15am Holy Communion at Chelmondiston, The Rev Canon C Chapman Sunday 28 9.30am Holy Communion, The Rev T Crosbie
We sometimes talk about people’s view of life – the optimists – a glass half full, the pessimists – a glass half empty. With my mother, despite the grief, the heartaches and the difficulties it was always a glass overflowing with joy. Is your glass overflowing? Let me know! The Rev Andrew Sankey 8 Roundridge Road, Capel St Mary IP9 2UG apsankey@gmail.com / 01473 311178 / 07966 187216 AT CHELMONDISTON METHODIST Sunday 7
10.45am Worship with Mr Paul Finch 6.15pm Worship – Local Arrangement
Sunday 14 10.45am Worship with Mr David Cordle 6.15pm Worship with Rev Diane Smith Sunday 21 10.45am Worship with Mr Luke Rokobuli 6.15pm Worship and communion with Rev Michael Allen Sunday 28 10.45am Worship with Mrs Margaret Brock 6.15pm Music & Song – Christian Country & Gospel AT HOLBROOK METHODIST Tea and Chat: Mondays, 2.30-4pm Home Groups: Second & fourth Tuesdays at 7.30pm Friday 5
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Messy Church (HCT)
Saturday 6 10-11.30am Coffee Morning Sunday 7
10am
Worship with Mrs Alyson Ellis
Sunday 14 10am
Worship and Communion with Rev Ian Gardner
Sunday 21 10am
Family Friendly Worship with Mrs Marilyn Watsham
Sunday 28 10am 6.15pm
Worship with Rev Diane Smith Music & Song – Christian Country Gospel (see above)
Please see the noticeboard on the front of the chapel for all events in July For more information about Messy Church, Tiddlers and Family Live (HCT) contact Alicia Holmes: ajnholmes@gmail.com / 01473 831120
ST MARY’S CHURCH SHOTLEY FLOWER FESTIVAL 2019 Saturday 6 July, 10am-5pm Including hot dogs & bacon butties Sunday 7 July from 11am Including ploughman’s lunches with Family@Church Service at 4pm Stalls, all-day refreshments, a draw and more
THE PENINSULA BAPTIST CHURCH Pin Mill Road, Chelmondiston IP9 1JE We invite you to join us on Sunday morning at 10.30am. “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” Contact Dave Kelland: 01473 788441 / 07970 312705
ST MARY’S, SHOTLEY Sunday 7 4pm Flower Festival, Family@shotley Church, Mr A Coulson Sunday 14 10.45am Benefice Service for Sea Sunday, Rev Canon L Oosterhof Sunday 21 10.45am Worship for All Pet Service, Mr A Coulson Sunday 28 10.45am Holy Communion with Erwarton, The Rev Canon L Oosterhof Please check church website and noticeboards for any changes to services.
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TWO RIVERS BENEFICE, JULY ST PETER’S, STUTTON Sunday 7 10.30am Worship for All at Stutton school Saturday 13 Noon Soup & Roll Sunday 14 9.30am Holy Communion Wednesday 17 2.30pm Prayer roup Sunday 21 9.30am Informal Service Wednesday 24 2.30pm Comfort Corner Sunday 28 11am Holy Communion & Baptism, The Rev C Chapman
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ALL SAINTS, HOLBROOK Sunday 7 4pm Afternoon Tea Sunday 14 10am Matins Sunday 21 10am Informal Service Sunday 28 9.30am Holy Communion ST MARY’S, WHERSTEAD Sunday 7 No Service Sunday 14 11am Holy Communion Sunday 21 No Service Sunday 28 11am Informal Service ST PETER’S, FRESTON Sunday 7 11am Matins Sunday 14 No Service Saturday 20 1.30pm Wedding Sunday 21 11am Holy Communion Sunday 28 No Service ST MICHAEL’S, WOOLVERSTONE Sunday 7 10am BCP Communion 11am Café Church Sunday 14 11am Worship the Woolverstone Way Saturday 20 Noon Wedding Sunday 21 11am Morning Prayer & Baptism with Jeanette Gosney Sunday 28 11am Holly Communion, David Newton Please check Two Rivers Facebook page for changes to services. Dry Foam Upholstery Cleaning
The Right Rev Martin Seeley, the Bishop of St Edmundsbury and Ipswich, is delighted to announce that The Rev Jenny Seggar will be the next Rector of the Two Rivers Benefice. Jenny is presently Priestin-Charge of Bramford, Little Blakenham with Nettlestead and Baylham Benefice. Jenny’s licensing will be at All Saints Church, Holbrook on Wednesday 25 September at 7.30pm.
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