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Lord-Lieutenant shares celebration with Windmill school youngsters
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HIS month sees the Reporter extending its already extensive circulation into Oundle. As a taster of things to come we are pleased to reveal this exclusive story granted to the Reporter – an exciting new major project at the nearby stately home of Lilford Hall.
THE Lord-Lieutenant of Northamptonshire, David Laing, was the guest of honour at Windmill Primary School in Raunds when he formally opened its superb new outside learning area and celebrated with pupils, families, staff, governors, invited guests and the academy’s sponsor, The Education Fellowship. The area was specifically designed and commissioned for Reception age children to bring the Early Years Curriculum to life. It is adjacent to the Early Years classrooms and fully fitted out with a mix of large and small play and learning equipment. The Lord-Lieutenant, who was accompanied by his wife, was welcomed by academy Principal Matt Coleman and Vice Principal Michelle Brett, Rachel Mallows, Chair of The Education Fellowship, and Jay Davenport, an Executive Principal for the Fellowship. The Raunds Windmill School Association served tea for 300 guests before the Lord-Lieutenant cut the ‘Celebration 2016’ cake
with his ceremonial sword and then, to a countdown from the children, cut a ribbon at the gates into the new learning area formally declaring it open. A commemorative plaque was unveiled. Matt Coleman said: “Our children have been so excited to watch the development of the new area over the past few weeks and finally we can go outdoors and use the fantastic equipment and learning opportunities.” The Lord-Lieutenant said: “I was delighted to formally open the splendid new outside learning area at Windmill Primary School. It will provide excellent facilities for the pupils to learn and grow in confidence.” George (Year 6) said: “I thought that the outdoor area was cool”, Poppy (Year 6) said: “I like the gazebo with the sounds and I love the rainbow in the classroom!” and Toby (Year 6) said: “I thought the indoor area was really colourful. I couldn’t believe that the Lord-Lieutenant had a sword at our school – he even cut the cake with it!”
The 100 room Lilford Hall is the sole Grade 1 listed house between Oundle and Thrapston, and the new project involves a three acre Ash Burial Memorial Gardens located next to and within the 250-year-old Walled Garden inside The Lilford Estate. As part of the project, the stunning Walled Garden will be open every day as a place for quite contemplation to any family who has purchased an ash burial plot. The project will shortly be submitted for planning review by East Northamptonshire Council, and subject to their approval, funds raised from the project will then help towards the restoration of Lilford Hall itself. A short video on the Ash Burial Memorial Gardens can be viewed on Youtube under the title: “Lilford Hall Memorial Garden”. Further details of the proposed Ash Burial Memorial Gardens can be found on the opposite page, which includes a special offer exclusively for Reporter readers. Historically Lilford Hall is most notable for being the home of Robert Browne (1550–1633), the founder of the Brownists, early Separatists from the Church of
England. Robert Browne is known as ‘The Father of the Pilgrims’ that sailed in the Mayflower from Plymouth to the New World in 1620. He is also known as ‘The Grandfather of the US Nation’ due to his teachings of the separation of the Church from the State, and the adoption of the first step in American democracy, namely the election by the congregation of each church in his Brownist movement of their own preacher. To continue the US theme, Lilford Hall was used as an American Airforce hospital during WW II, and its most well known inhabitant during that time was Clark Gable the famous actor who shared a whole wing of the stately home with 40 American nurses! After WW II, Lilford Hall was left essentially empty for around 50 years, although the 350 acre parkland surrounding the house had a restaurant and a large bird collection open to the public for many years until the 1990s when the park was closed. For much more history and information on Lilford Hall, visit the comprehensive website www.lilfordhall.com
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DESPICABLE - that’s how Poppy collectors have described the theft of a collection box. Major (Retired) Jake Baker, from the Rushden branch of the Royal British Legion, said: We wish to express our utter disgust following the theft of a Poppy Collection Box and its contents from a Legion member's home. “Whilst it was an exception to take the Poppy Collection Box home this time, it was obvious that whoever saw the collector, who is
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well known in the town and seen every year standing outside the shops on the High Street, knew where he lived. “By way of other activities he does, the collector always attracts great attention and as a result, donations from members of the public are unquestionably often more generous and plentiful. “Those who donated will be equally appalled their donation has fallen into the wrong hands. RBL Rushden Branch's message
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to the perpetrator(s) who broke in and took the money is this - theft is bad on any occasion, but to steal money donated from the public and collected for the purpose of helping our service personnel, veterans and their families and dependants in their moment of need, is both a heinous and sickening act, especially in this month of Remembrance; you can not get any lower; your actions are despicable and you should be utterly ashamed of yourself!"
“Interestingly, no other items appear to have been stolen and the Police are investigating the matter. “The victim was out of his home at the time doing more voluntary work for another organisation." It was later revealed thieves had also stolen Poppy collection boxes from two stores in the town centre. Anyone with information on any of the thefts can contact police on 101.
...but the meaning of Remembrance Day shines through
Scouts need helpers and leaders
IRTHLINGBOROUGH Scout Group, which has been established in the town since 1908 opens its doors to more than 100 young people each week. The group needs helpers and is launching a campaign to recruit leaders. Fore more information contact Lyle Abbott, group chairman, 1st Irthlingborough Scout Group at www.irthlingboroughscouts.co.uk or on 07884 422 365. –––––––––––––––
Club holds history meeting on postcards
I RT H L I N G B O R O U G H H i s torical Society will meet on Tuesday, December 6, at The Methodist Church Rooms in College Street. The subject is on a set of local postcards sent home from the Front to Wellingborough between 1914 and 1918.
THE TRuE spirit of Remembrance Day shone through as our pictures from Rushden and Higham Ferrers show. Thousands turned out to pay their respects across the country as we remembered those who fell for their country. And in a separate special service conducted by Harry and Megan Graham at Rushden War Memorial the New Garden of Remembrance was dedicated. After the service 90 crosses, individually named and representing those from Rushden and the surrounding area, who died 100 years ago during the First World War, were planted by pupils from Alfred Street Junior School and Whitefriars Junior School. Two plaques were then unveiled – seomthing Mr Graham has fought for for many years.
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Youngsters learn life lessons and join together to spot the warning signs of dangerous relationships
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YOUNG people in East Northamptonshire got together to talk about relationships at a council conference in Rushden. East Northamptonshire Council organises a Youth in East Northamptonshire conference each year to bring together students from secondary schools across the district. This year’s conference was all about healthy relationships, and saw 36 young people engaging in topics including discrimination, hate crime and domestic abuse and control. The main task of the day involved group work to create a product to raise healthy relationship awareness in Northamptonshire and beyond. Groups had to consider design, marketing and finance and then present the product to their peers. The winning idea was a mobile game where each level addresses a different abuse theme, such as psychological, emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Players would learn about these and receive support information as they played. Council chairman Rupert Reichhold,said: “Relationships can play a major role in our lives, especially during teen years. “Sometimes we meet people who may not have our best interests in mind. “It is vital that young people learn to distin-
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guish between a healthy relationship and a harmful one. “I hope the YEN Conference helped the students learn about unhealthy components of relationships. “This includes domestic abuse, controlling behaviour and incidents of hate. Hate crime is a criminal offence; moreover we should treat
other people as we want to be treated, wherever we may be.” Students also had the chance to find out more about and talk to councillors, Northamptonshire Police, East Midlands Ambulance Service, Service Six, Voice (children and young people) and Northamptonshire Association of Youth Clubs.
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Teenagers take on council roles
THESE students took on the challenge of running the council for the day as part of a national initiative. East Northamptonshire Council welcomed three students, Ethan, (Year 11, from Huxlow School in Irthlingborough,), Beccy (Year 10, from The Ferrers School) and Sian (Year 10, from Prince William School in Oundle)
who took over Community Partnerships, Communications and Waste Services. Julia Smith, Head of Customer and Community Services, explained why ENC agreed to the Takeover Challenge. She said: “We saw it advertised and thought it was a good idea. We want young people to be more involved in what we do and
hear about what they think. “I think it is really important that young people have a voice in how our services are delivered.” The students also attended a Corporate Management Team meeting and a Licensing panel. Anne Longfield, Children’s Commissioner for England, said: “Takeover Challenge goes from strength to strength every year, with tens of thousands of children across England now taking part. “I am enormously grateful to organisations and individuals who embrace the challenge and throw open their doors to involve young people.” One of the Takeover students, Ethan, said: “I wanted to come because I thought it would be interesting to see how the council works and helps people. “It has given me a deeper understanding and I would like to be a politician one day.” Takeover Challenge is a country-wide event run by the Children’s Commissioner for England which gives children the opportunity to step in the shoes of adults at work. The Challenge has grown yearon-year with more than 45,000 children from all over the country taking part in 2016. Organisations and individuals who get involved include major broadcasters, government departments, a West End theatre and MPs. The Takeover Challenge is a largely successful project where children get to experience the work of adult government staff and are able to make decisions to help the local community.
Wonderful gesture
AN anonymous benefactor has donated £1,000 to the OAPs of Rushden. This kind, generous person has asked Tim Brown the Butcher in High Street, Rushden to prepare 25 Christmas hampers. These will be distributed by a draw to take place on Saturday December 10. If you would like one of these hampers then you will need to get along to Brown’s and make a purchase. Your name will go in the hat for the gift. –––––––––––––––
Top honour for proud solicitor
A WOLLASTON solicitor who prides herself on providing “professional, effective jargon-free advice” is celebrating after coming runner-up in the Best Business Woman Awards 2016. Tess Beaumont of BeauLegal, based at the village’s Scott Bader Innovation Centre, was shortlisted as a finalist in the Legal Services category and scooped runner-up at the prestigious awards ceremony. –––––––––––––––
Meal for homeless
ON December 10 from 2pm. a Christmas meal will be served at the Church Halls next to Cheers, to anyone whose struggling , homeless, vulnerable or lonely. –––––––––––––––
New book
RUSHDEN cartoonist James Mellor has just published Drawn From History. It is priced at £9.99. For more visit Twitter @JamesDFMellor
School’s shoebox gifts are sorted and shipped
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STuDENTS from Huxlow School in Irthlingborough have thanked the whole community for its generous donations towards shoebox gifts this year. They have now packed up 41 boxes for Operation Christmas Child, to be sent to communities in need across Africa, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The shoeboxes were wrapped
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in colourful Christmas paper by a team of Huxlow sixth form students and then packed with a selection of toys, school supplies, hygiene items, accessories and sweets by Year 7. For each box they selected gifts appropriate for a boy or girl within a particular age range, and then also included a sheet to tell the recipient all
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about themselves. “I was excited to get involved because I wanted to help people who don’t have as much as us” said Alice, Year 7. “I enjoyed packing the boxes – it was fun and got us working together as a team” added Lexie, also Year 7. Representatives of Huxlow Sixth Form delivered the wonderful collection of shoebox gifts
to St Peter ’s Church in Irthlingborough last month. From there, they will be taken to a sorting centre where the boxes will be checked and sealed before being sent on to the destination country in time for Christmas. The students will find out in the New Year where their boxes have gone.
Pupils thrilled at incredible science discovery event
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WINDMILL Primary School in Raunds had an incredible Science Enquiry Day when they welcomed visitors from the Royal Aeronautical Society, the Aircraft Research Association, and Lockheed Martin along with a specially designed portable wind tunnel and a Thermal Imaging Camera. The wind tunnel has been developed especially for work within schools and Windmill is the very first primary school that it has visited. Michelle Brett, Vice Principal and Science Lead at Windmill,
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said: “I know I always say how amazing our Science Enquiry Days are – and that's because they are! – but this one was truly amazing.
“Windmill Primary holds the Primary Science Quality Mark Gold Award and we work very hard to make science really special and come alive in school.
“Physics was the theme for the day and children got involved in enquiries into wind, forces and light. It's important for our pupils to see the real life possibilities linked to their learning.”
Fundraisers race their way to charity success
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THESE fundraisers raced to success as they managed to get together a fantastic amount for charity. The Rotaract Club of Rushden presented a cheque for £447.62 to SERV OBN. The money was raised throughout the year at various events mainly using our racing Giraffes. SERV OBN transports blood and other medical supplies by bike across four counties to hospitals when needed. Do you, or a group you belong to raise money for charities? If so, we would love to know. Our readers have a fantastic record of fundraising and we think you deserve some coverage. Simply send us a picture and some words to nick@rosettapublishing.com and we will do the rest!
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THE Caterpillar Innovation Centre in Leicester invited a group of interested Year 9 and 10 students from Huxlow in Irthlingborough to attend an event based around apprenticeships and careers in engineering. A spokesman for the school said: “We had a fun filled morning doing a variety of activities. “After an introduction to what life is like studying an apprenticeship with Caterpillar, we had a guided tour around the production warehouse. “We looked at all aspects of
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STAFF at Nene Valley Community Action in Rushden have paid for and put together hamper packs for Christmas for some of the elderly and isolated people in the community. Most are in their 80s and 90s and have no family to support them making Christmas a very lonely time of year. Every year the staff have a collection among themselves and in the past have bought toys for local projects but this year decided to help their own clients. Chief Executive Rosemary Hadaway said: “I am really proud that as staff we are giving something to our most elderly clients and am so grateful to the Befrienders who visit them on a weekly basis. We have no funding for this project and are paying for it from reserves.”
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Council has its say on boundary plan
EAST Northamptonshire Council’s Policy and Resources Committee has agreed the Council's submission to the Local Government Boundary Com mission on future warding arrangements for the Parliamentary constituencies at its meeting. Members agreed to respond to the current Boundary Commission Review consultation with two requests: That there should be minimum disruption to electors across North Northamptonshire as a result of any boundary changes And that the two constituencies covering East Northamptonshire should be renamed ‘Corby & East Northamptonshire’and ‘Wellingborough & Rushden’ Council leader Steven North said:“We believe that, unless absolutely necessary, constituencies should remain as close to how they are currently configured as possible to avoid confusion for residents and that the two constituencies in our district should be properly recognised in council and geographical terms. “A more accurate naming of the constituencies would help to identify the invaluable contribution that local residents and our communities make to constituency life.” Town and parish councils in East Northamptonshire will be contacted shortly to make them aware of the boundary review, of the district council’s proposals and to encourage them to take part in the consultation. The Commission will publish its draft recommendations on February 9 and a further period of consultation will last until April 4. Final recommendations on the changes will be published in July. ––––––––––––––
Navy group appeal
RUSHDEN Royal Naval Association is looking for new members.
It is open to ex-Royal Navy and Royal Marines, but also to those with an interest in nautical matters. Social secretary Colin Goff said this year the walking group has really taken off with trips to Iepers in Belgium and the Help for Heroes . It meets every second Thursday of the month at the Working Mens’ Club in Griffith Street.
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By Andy Mercer
E HAVE a housing crisis. For years, Britain has been building too few homes. Nobody is sure how bad our housing shortage is, but most experts agree it is over one million homes. That’s why successive governments have bullied councils into agreeing to large numbers of new homes. They do this via the “five-Year-LandSupply”, the theoretical need for new homes for the next five years. Councils count how many homes they have granted planning consent (or allocated in the Local Plan). If this number exceeds the five-year target, then the District is said to have a five-Year-Land-Supply. If a District doesn’t have a five-YLS, then developers can build pretty much any slums they want, and in any gap they can find.
They can even skimp on the infrastructure, leaving the public sector to pay for the new schools, new road junctions, new hospitals and GP surgeries, etc. North Northamptonshire’s four district councils have worked very hard to get a five YLS. BAD HOUSING REFUSED It means that they can (and have) refused planning consent for bad housing developments. This included a nonsense housing estate in the middle of a field, some distance from the nearest road, sewage connection, etc. The five YLS has to be nurtured and treasured, like a delicate flower. The councils need to continue granting quality new planning consents each year, and to have those houses built. If not, we would lose our five YLS, and then get a load of slums thrown up in the middle of nowhere.
During the last year, East Northamptonshire built 565 new homes, against the target of 420. In the first seven months of this year, there were more than 390 new homes (93 per cent of our target for 2016/17) in East Northamptonshire. So, it looks as through we’re doing fine. However, there is a catch. For housing numbers, the four districts of the North Northamptonshire area are grouped together. If (say) Kettering misses its housing target, then the three other districts have to make up the slack, or we ALL lose our five YLS. So, we sink or swim together. It’s odd to think that the future class sizes, hospital waiting lists, etc for residents of Rushden/ Higham/Irthlingborough rely partly upon Corby building vast new housing estates. It’s the opposite of what you’d expect. It brings a whole new meaning to “we’re all in it together”.
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Strife on the buses in a bygone age
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The crew could be far from home in isolated villages and had to while away their time until the busy dinner-time period. The same was repeated in the afternoons. The reality of the system was that the crew could start work at 6 o’clock in the morning and work until 7 o’clock in the evening, but be paid for just six hours.
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BY 1933 United Counties Omnibus Company, which had absorbed the Wellingborough Motor Omnibus Company, had itself been absorbed into the Tillings Combine and this was when the trouble really began. Previously the Company had been purely a local undertaking with local capital. The employees knew the shareholders, and many of the workforce themselves were small shareholders. Before very long these same small shareholders were being frightened into selling their shares by certain of the directors. These were bought up by an ation of the men’s hard work at agent as soon as they came onto a very busy time. This was stopped. the market. There was a massive speeding up of routes. New timetables nnn were introduced which required As soon as the Combine had impossible speeds. For the achieved a controlling interest eleven mile journey from they set about what they called Wellingborough Cannon Street rationalisation which seemed to to Northampton Derngate with boil down to adding to the Board fifteen compulsory stops, just of Directors and increasing the number of unnecessary officials. This naturally led to increased expenditure which had to be paid for. To the ordinary members of staff rationalisation soon came to mean that slowly, cunningly and very effectively wages began to be cut. Local men with other jobs but who had worked for the Company on Saturdays and at other busy times were told to apply for full-time posts, or face the sack. Under the old regime a Christmas bonus had been paid to show the Company’s appreci-
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thirty eight minutes was allowed. Lay over was then introduced. The services were very busy taking people to work in the morning, and very busy taking them home but could be slack in between. After the early morning rush the bus and its crew were then stood down, without pay.
Possibly the straw which finally broke the camel’s back was when the Sick Club was discontinued. Previously one shilling per man per week had been paid into the scheme by men and Company. Any balance in hand was shared out at Christmas with men receiving an average of £2-10- 0d to £3 each. The Company claimed it could not afford to continue this but it is interesting to look at the profit made in the three years leading up to the strike: In 1933 the gross profit was £58,000 with Dividends paid to shareholders of £12,500. In 1934 it was £60,000 with dividends of £19,000 and in 1935 £63,000 with dividends of £23,500. The men’s union considered that the men were being fairly treated. It understood that it was all the Company could afford and was what the men should expect! Clearly something had to be done, and something was done. What did happen soon reached the national headlines and almost brought open rioting onto the streets of Irthlingborough!
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RUSHDEN has plenty on offer this December from traditional shopping, free parking, heritage, carol concerts, charity open days and much more. Councillor Tracey Smith, the Mayor of Rushden will be holding a family Christmas Concert in aid of her chosen charities at the Heritage Chapel in Park Road on Friday, December 9. She will be joined by the children from Southend Junior School Choir. Come along to this family friendly service and meet the
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Mayor on this special occasion. The wearing of novelty Christmas jumpers is an absolute must! Rushden Amateur Theatrical Society will be presenting their annual pantomime, which this year is Dick Wittington being performed at the Pemberton Centre from December 31 to January 7. Visit www.rushden-rats.co.uk for further information. The Rushden Historical Transport museum has many exciting Christmas events on offer including Santa Specials on
Visit the lakes for some fantastic Christmas fun
SANTA nd Mrs.Claus will be at Stanwick Lakes throughout the festive season and will be welcoming children into their grotto between 11am and 4pm on the 3, 10, 11, 17 and 18 of December. Tickets are £4.50 per child and include a present. And on weekdays, from Monday 5 until Wednesday 21 December, the Stanwick Lakes café will be serving two and three-course
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Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 December. On Saturday, December 17, there will be opportunities to have breakfast with Santa and on Wednesday, December 28, mince pie specials are being held. An art exhibition by MJ the Art Traveller will take place on December 17 and 18. Visit www.rhts.co.uk for more information. Serve at 19 Church Street, Rushden is holding a Sing for Serve Community Christmas Carol Concert at Park Road Baptist Church at 2pm on Tuesday December 6. The concert will feature local school choirs and the Salvation Army over 60’s band, admission is free but will be by ticket only, please call into Serve for your ticket. The Crisp Design Studio at 25/27 Church Street has its annual Christmas Charity Open Day in aid of the Rushden branch of the Northamptonshire Association for
the Blind on Friday, December 2, from 10am to 4pm, Christmas Gifts, jewellery, handbags, scarves and handmade cakes will be available. All are welcome.
The Rushden West Community Association will be holding a Christmas craft session through the Northamptonshire School of Life project, this will be a chance for all ages to share and learn new skills. More details of the event can be found on the Rushden West Community Association facebook page.
Newton Hall on the high street brings together a selection of independent traders and is the perfect place to find that unique Christmas gift and enjoy some light refreshment at the coffee shop.
Rushden’s many churches have a variety of interesting events on offer in the lead up to Christmas, please visit individual websites for information on activities and events.
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Council awards healthy and active contract!
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“Their expertise and experience will ensure that we are able to provide the widest range of activities for the district and support health and fitness opportunities in our local community. “We would like to thank the staff of Aspirations Wellbeing for the service they have provided over the last 10 years. “Freedom Leisure will inherit a talented, committed and enthusiastic team, who will benefit from the opportunities that being part of a bigger organisation will bring. “We will be working with Freedom Leisure and the wider community to reach a number of target groups at community centres and out in the rural villages.
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“These include older people, children, young people and those with disabilities. We believe big improvements can be made in residents' health and wellbeing by encouraging greater participation in physical activities." Ivan Horsfall Turner, Managing Director of not-forprofit leisure trust Freedom Leisure, said: “We are extremely proud to have been appointed as East Northamptonshire District Council’s community leisure partner, to operate the Nene Centre, Pemberton Leisure and Conference Centre and Splash Leisure Pool and to develop a new Sports and Physical Activity Outreach service.
Popular artist hosts his 25th and final exhibition
RUSHDEN-based aviation and railway artist Keith Hill held his 25th and final exhibition at Rushden Hall in November. During this year’s opening ceremony by Rushden Town Mayor, Councillor Tracey Smith, a painting of ‘Osbornes Toy Shop’ in Rushden High Street was unveiled by Pam Osborne, widow of Jim Osborne. Keith explained that from the age of six (1956) he had always bought model aircraft from the shop and does to this day.
Jim Osborne came to Rushden in 1955 and opened the sports and toy shop which still thrives today. The painting is titled, simply, ‘Mr Osbornes Toy Shop’ The exhibition was attended by a number of local WWII Veterans and Senior Military Officers including representatives from the US Army, Belgian Army, Greek Navy and the Royal Canadian Navy. A guard of honour was provided by the Rushden
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FOOTBALL
Support from local shoppers THESE young players at Rushden and Higham Utd Football Club were thrilled to receive a cheque for £200 from Asda, thanks to the support of local people. By choosing the club with their green tokens, local shoppers at Asda in Rushden have helped to provide essential kit and running costs at the football club ground. Club Chairman John O’Connor said “We provide a fantastic community facility here at the club for many youngsters and adults alike who love the game of football. “Any donations are always gratefully received to ensure we can continue to provide the best for our players and supporters.” The club has also been fund raising to install life-saving equipment at the ground to benefit the local community. A defibrillator machine is currently on order and, once installed, it will be linked to the ambulance service and provide step-by-step instructions in the event of a heart failure emergency. Rushden and Higham Utd has received a lot of support and donations to help achieve its goals. The Rushden branch of the British Legion, The Swivel Club and local supporter Nick Dales who held a Soul and Motown night in Higham Ferrers last year, kindly donating the evening's proceeds to the club.
New midfielder for Diamonds
AFC Rushden & Diamonds has announced that Ben Ford has joined the club. Ben is a 22-year-old midfielder/utility player who was part of the Rushden & Diamonds FC youth setup before transferring across to the Kettering Town system, prior to getting first team experience at UCL level with Newport Pagnell. He then signed professional terms at Kettering, playing in the Football Conference for the Poppies, before earning a deal at Nuneaton Town. This was followed by spells with Hinckley United, Bedworth United, St Neots Town, Biggleswade Town and Arlesey Town. He signed for Chesham United in September 2015, and appeared 16 times for the Southern League Premier side.
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SWIMMING
Swimmers make a splash at top gala RUSHDEN Swimming Club swimmers were on top form at Corby’s swimming event and came through with a 22.5 point win overall; taking away the Top Club trophy for the second year running. Rushden dominated the finals with a fantastic 45 races swam and a Medal haul across all age groups of 22 Gold, 22 Silver and 21 Bronze medals achieved in total. Meanwhile, the club also competed at the Harvey Hadden Sports Village in Nottingham. A spokesman for the club said: “Well done to Philipa Kabi, Molly Britchford, Ciara Usher, Amber Bales, Marcus Eaton, Charlie Savage, Harris Hoyte and Freya Cole. “It was a great effort, some very fast swims with many personal bests accomplished.”
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VOLLEYBALL
Local derby puts club on the ball
IN Division 1 the first local derby saw the Raiders them host the Falcons. The line ups for the teams had nott changed much from last season though the Falcons were nearer full strength. From the opening exchanges it was apparent that the back court work of the Falcons was of a higher standard resulting in better attacking options A Williams and ex Northampton players Edgars and Elvijs hitting well. As a result the Raiders were scrabbling in backcourt and not putting up consistent balls for the
hitters. The first set went away 25-17. Andy Turner took a knock at the end of the first set so Raiders brought on Jay Whittaker. He had a few good hits and was covering well before Raiders Nemesis Janis Lauskinieks took to the court for the Falcons. His hitting was on another level to the Raiders and when the Raiders did double team him John Gray was able to spread the attack to their other hitters. Falcons again 25-1. A good spell of serving from Rik Haycock gave the Raiders the lead in the 3rd
but the Falcons offence again pulled it back and took the lead. Loz Denton served deep to the corners and gained a run of 5 points to put Raiders back in with a shout. But hesitancy in covering was to seal the game for the Falcons. Not the best result in defence of the title for the Raiders but a very accomplished display from the Falcons.. –––––––––– IN Division 2, The Rebels set off for Milton Keynes under the gaze of the Super moon but it didn’t do them any favours. With
MK2 being a team re entering the division their strength and depth was an unknown. The warm up confirmed that they had recruited a few new faces and some of them turned out to be very handy. Once underway it was apparent that there was not a lot between the teams and it could come down to errors. At first glance it was serving errors that cost the Rebels but in fact it was setting and hitting that hurt. Nevertheless not a bad outing and with a couple of players to come back in its onwards to the next match.
Posh helping to develop local footballing talent at Manor
SINCE September 2014 Manor School has worked in partnership with Peterborough United FC to provide a football academy for players aged between 16 and 18. The programme allows players to combine further education and full time football. Over the course of the past three years the programme has gone from strength to strength. Students play regular games against PUFC under 16’s and 18’s, train with former players Jack Collison and Ryan Semple, attend PUFC first
team games and also play under the name of Peterborough Alliance. PUFC has helped players receive contracts at non-league football clubs, scholarships in America and also opportunities at professional football clubs. Hopefully in the next three years we will see a Manor School player break into the first team at PUFC. There’s an open trial for September 2017 admission into the academy at the school on Wednesday 21 December between 11am and 1pm. Current Year 11 students are invited to attend.
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CHESS REPORT
Juniors embrace halloween night
THE night of Halloween can be a scary time for many, but there was certainly surprise at Rushden Town Bowling Club when the junior players turned up dressed for Halloween. Kavish Raagavan, played the part of the Devil and Mathuvan Jeffrey arrived as a skeleton. I’m not quite sure that Shabnavee Jeffrey’s costume had the desired effect of making her a SheDevil as the general opinion was that it was rather pretty. There was method in all this dress-
ing up as Rushden Chess Club was holding its inaugural Halloween Blitz competition for the junior players. In the end six players turned up to play chess but some of the other junior players were involved in ‘Trick & Treating’ in their local neighbourhoods. The competition was fierce with some players coping better than others with the time controls. The victor after a night of mayhem and fun was Shabnavee Jeffrey, (right), who managed five wins in six games.
The sole defeat coming at the hands of Keziah Lesly who produced a very accomplished performance considering the short time she’s been a member of RCC. Kavish in the end came fourth but his fancy dress won him first prize in that competition. Halloween Blitz Results 1st Shabnavee Jeffrey 5 points 2nd Gershon Lesly 4 points 3rd Keziah Lesly 3½ points
Long service recognition for Alan
IT was the end of an era as Alan Lewis played his farewell simul against RCC junior and senior players. As has become something of a tradition at the Club Alan Lewis played his farewell simul against RCC junior and senior players. Simul is short for a simultaneous display in which a player plays a number of games simultaneously against different opponents. Alan joined the club in its first year in 1977 and played in its very first season in the Silver King League. This year sees his 40th season representing the club in the league. He still has a record of the results and commented that he managed to draw five out of the nine games he played. No wonder then that he is reputed to be a drawmeister extraordinaire! During the evening he played 26 games winning 15 of them. Rather surprisingly he only managed five draws. In recognition of his long service to the club Alan was presented with a silver salver on behalf of the Club by another long serving member, Peter Hann, (right).
Chess is a game for people of all abilities, disabilities, and life styles. Rushden Chess Club loves welcoming new members, so do come along to a meeting if you’re interested in playing chess in a very friendly environment. The club opens most Monday’s from 6pm for junior players – for details call the Club secretary on 01933 625767. You can also visit the club website http://rushdenchessclub.com.
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Rushden & Higham Ferrers Infant Welfare Centre Above: Lord Henly presents welfare certificates and the ‘Mildred Lister’ Cup at Queen Street Sunday School Rooms on February 17, 1931. The Welfare Group was formed in 1930 and met at the Queen Street Rooms until October 25, 1962 when the new Health Clinic was opened in Rectory Road by Mrs. Enoch Powell.
Rushden & Higham Ferrers Infant Welfare Officials Left: On the steps of the Independent Wesleyan Chapel, High Street, Rushden. Officials of the Welfare Centre, Mrs L. Catlin, Mr. Houghton, Mrs. Houghton, Nurse Wilkins, Mrs. S. Shrives, Mrs. A. U. Muxlow, Mrs. A. Sharwood, Mrs. Desborough and Miss Audrey Wilcox. Mrs. Desborough, winner of the National Parentcraft Shield, Dr. L. Grieg and Nurse Wilkins had led Rushden’s team to victory for the Rhondda Shield, presented to then in London. Mrs. Alice Unwin Muxlow was awarded the O.B.E., on January 1, 1965 for services to the to town and county.
Students honoured for special achievements
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HUXLOW held its annual presentation evening to award students for a huge range of outstanding achievements. Governor, Mr McVean, welcomed the students and their families. Mr Gordon, headteacher, then introduced the special guest for the evening, Anna Kompaniets, (pictured), a former Huxlow student. Her captivating account of her studies at the “creative powerhouse” of Goldsmiths (University
of London) and her career in the fashion industry, working for Vivienne Westwood, was a great inspiration to our current students. Awards were then presented by Anna and Mrs Gauvrit, assistant headteacher, to their current Year 8-11 students for their achievements over the course of the last academic year (2015-16) These were Endeavour Awards: Certificates are awarded to those students who have consistently produced good work throughout the year in five or more subjects Progress Awards: These are awarded to students with special educational needs for a variety of reasons Best and Most Improved Student Awards for each curriculum area:
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The Learning Leader or Head of Department announced the reasons why each student had been nominated to receive their trophy and certificate. Committed, conscientious, responsible, outstanding, exceptional, creative, enthusiastic, passionate, talented and dedicated are just some of the adjectives which were used excessively throughout the evening. Gerald Prince Award: Named in honour of a former member of staff, this award goes to the best overall male and female student in Year 9. Steph Reynolds Award: Again, named in honour of a former member of staff, this award goes to the best overall male and female student in Year 8. Prefects: Year 11 students were recognised for the time and effort they dedicate to their duties as prefects. House Captains and Senior House Captains: A new addition to the Presentation Evening programme, House Captains are the students who have recently been elected by their peers to lead in House activities over the coming year. Head students: Having undergone a challenging application process, these sixth form students represent Huxlow at many events both within the school and in our community. Ambassadors: Students who have been nominated by their form tutors as exceptional role models for their peers and ambassadors for the school were presented with a certificate and badge. College Council: Students who have been selected by their peers to represent their year group’s views were recognised for their commitment. The Head Boy and Head Girl gave a vote of thanks, to close this remarkable evening. “Presentation Evening was a great success; there was a massive turn out with up to 400 people in the Hall – a very big thank you to everyone involved” said Mr S Gordon.
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Memory Lane Tea Rooms
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out & about The millions of people who bought or heard Dexy’s Midnight Runners first No. 1 hit single ‘Geno’ in 1980 will no doubt recall the opening chant of the song. However out of those millions I wonder just how many (other than old Soul fans) new who Kevin Rowland and the boys were actually singing about?
Geno! Geno!
Well legendary Soul singer ‘Geno Washington’ was the inspiration for the song and there is a rare opportunity to see him in action, performing live with his ‘Ram Jam Band’ on Saturday 3rd December at ‘The Roadmender Club’ Northampton. Geno first came to these shores during the early sixties as a US Serviceman based in this region,
already established as a singer in America he started to gig in the UK with various bands at clubs where the Mod and Soul scene was emerging and forming, particularly in the London area. In 1965 guitarist ‘Pete Gage’ (later of ‘Vinegar Joe’ fame) witnessed a performance by Geno and asked him to front his band, which became ‘Geno Washington and the Ram Jam Band’ the name apparently coming from a club frequented, on the A1 near Oakham Rutland called ‘The Ram Jam Inn’. They went on to have a massive cult following for their live performances and their first Album ‘Hand Clappin, Foot Stomping, Funky Butt’ (recorded live) spent over 40 weeks on the UK chart during 1966 & 1967 peaking at number five. Advance tickets £12 each are available from the Roadmender 0333 577 1688.
What's on at 'The Bowl'
Saturday, December 3rd is the night for all Northern Soul fans to come and have a good dance at the Christmas 'Soul In The Bowl'. With the UK's top DJs and two rooms of top sounds there is guaranteed to be something for everyone. Doors open at 7.30 and admission is just a fiver. Get there early these nights are always packed.
Northern Soul night
Saturday 17th December is Christmas party night with top tribute act, Typically Tina Turner. As well as hearing all of the greatest
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hits of soul diva Tina Turner, you can dance the night away to the Motown sound with the Steve Brown Soul Disco.
Original 60s pop legends, The Searchers, complete the Christmas entertainment at 'The Bowl' on Tuesday 27th December. One of the leading groups of the 'Merseybeat' era The Searchers whose hits include 'Needles & Pins', 'When You Walk In The Room' and 'Sugar & Spice' will be bringing the curtain down on the Christmas festivities at The Bowls Club. Come and dance off the Christmas excesses. Tickets are £20 and are available from The Swivel Club 07738 080470
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Sleeping Beauty Sharnbrook Mill Theatre, Mill Road, Sharnbrook MK44 1NP Friday 9th to Saturday 17th December nightly at 7.30 & matinees 2.30pm.
A novel and witty take on the tale of the beautiful princess who faces the wrath of a wicked witch and sleeps for a hundred years until she is released at last by the kiss of a
Yarrow Gallery
The wonderful Yarrow Gallery in Oundle is once again to be host to the prestigious ‘Whisper Through The Trees’ Art Exhibition. From Saturday 3rd through to Saturday 10th December, this event will exhibit art from some of the most talented ‘creatives’ working in the surrounding area. Open daily from 10am until 4pm, visitors will be able to view and purchase high quality unique artwork, ranging from paintings, ceramics, sculpture, jewellery, monoprints, linocuts, textiles, mosaics and greeting cards. The work is a wide mix of genres, mediums and styles, providing a rich variety of art. Exhibiting artist Tamsin Edwards
greatly enjoys seeing her work so beautifully displayed in this most elegant setting. The Yarrow is a particularly fine gallery, being purpose built in the early 20th century as a museum for the arts. It’s architecture and grandeur are a treat for exhibiting artists and visitors alike. Entry to the exhibition is entirely free and all are most welcome. Free car parking is available in the surrounding streets and town car parks. Oundle town has much to offer any visitor, with many independent retailers, wonderful historical architecture and a wide selection of fine eateries. The gallery is situated on Glapthorn Road (near to the Great Hall), PE8 4JF.
handsome prince. This version of Sleeping Beauty features some new characters and some new story lines but also contains all the expected elements of traditional pantomime; song, dance, buffoonery, slapstick, cross dressing, in-jokes, topical references, audience participation, and mild innuendo! Tickets from £7 to £13 are available online from: www.sharnbrookmilltheatre.co.uk or in person from Twinkle Twinkle Boutique, High Street, Sharnbrook.
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2pm, Tuesday 6th December At Park Road Baptist Church, Rushden
COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS
CAROL CONCERT INCLUDING THE PRESENTATION OF SUSAN HOLLOWELL TROPHY FEATURING: Local School Choirs – Local Band The Salvation Army Over 60s Band Free Admission by Ticket Only Available from Serve, 19 Church Street, Rushden 01933 315555 Silver Collection for Serve Sponsored by Spire Homes
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Alfred Street School Choir and Bingo December 6
Antique Collecting for everyone – Ray Wood December 13
Christmas Whist December 20
Musical Director of St Mary’s – Rosemary Nayyar January 3
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December 3rd Traditional Church Christmas Bazaar 2 pm with refreshments and entertainment by Raunds Temperance Band, Church light switch on when dark with presentation by the Six Week Community Singers 10.00am Six Week Community Singers Christmas singing workshop no auditions, professional tuition, all welcome, come along and try out a fun snap - shot workshop of singing and techniques, details available cheze49@gmail.com December 9th 7 pm Rushden Mayor welcomes you to a family Carol service with Southend School Choir, the wearing of Christmas jumpers is encouraged December 10th 7 pm FROGS show please see advert
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December 17th ‘Pure Crafters’ craft day from 10.00 am, short workshops and materials & gifts available to purchase
COFFEE MORNINGS
Christmas Day refreshments from 9.30am and service 10.00am - 10.30am led by the Rev David Womersley
January 10
ST MARY’S CHURCH, RINGSTEAD has regular events
First Saturday of the month 10-12am – a warm welcome to all, proceeds to church projects and charities. Call 01933 624262 for details; and Tea with Friends
on the last Tuesday of the month between 2 and 4pm. A chance to catch up with old friends and to make new ones. All very welcome. All proceeds from donations go to church funds and charities.
Christmas Eve Holy Communion Service 11.30 pm led by Keith Davies
New Years Day Holy Communion Service 10.30am led by the Rev David Womersley followed by refreshments and fellowship January 7th 10.00am Hot Chocolate morning with book stall and Christian library
Church service very Sunday 10.30 am followed by refreshments and fellowship
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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
PRE-BOOKING ESSENTIAL (www.rhts.co.uk/events to book) Children will enjoy breakfast with Santa and his elves on our Gresley Buffet car. One hour sittings (10.00 to 11.30), vehicles and a brake van ride behind our WD diesel shunter. Please mention any dietary requirements when booking. Fares apply. Weds 28th DECEMBER
MINCE PIE SPECIALS Eaten too much turkey? Come for a ride on our diesel hauled train and have a mince pie and a drink. Fares apply. Train times - 11.00; 11.45; 12.30; 13.15; 14.00; 14.45; 15.30; 16.00
–––––––––––––––––––– RUSHDEN ARMED FORCES DAY 2017
A date for you diary, in 2017 Rushden will be hosting its celebration of our armed forces during the weekend of 17th June 2017.
–––––––––––––––––––– RUSHDEN MISSION CHURCH
WELLINGBOROUGH ROAD NN10 9TA SUNDAYS 10.45am All Age Worship with the music group and children’s activities 5.30pm Traditional Evening Service MONDAYS 2pm Pillow Talk Lace Making Group TUESDAYS 10am to 12.30pm Coffee Stop Open for a drink, a snack and chat WEDNESDAYS 10am Art Group
TEL: 07745 818071 or 07724 905406
Business of the day will be our
CHRISTMAS PARTY Further details, phone Olga Earl on 01933 412848.
–––––––––––––––––––– FREE – friendly mixed ability jogging group Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre April to October Waitrose in Rushden November to March BEGINNERS Couch to 5k 10-12 weeks New groups - June and January Mondays 17.45 – 19.00 Email Heather Watts hwatts09@hotmail.co.uk
JOGGING GROUP
WOMENS COREFIT CIRCUIT CL ASS
Stanwick Lakes Visitor Centre April to October Rushden - November to March Mondays 19.30 – 20.15 Block of 8 sessions - £24 non refundable Limited spaces – to book for more info please contact Heather Watts hwatts09@hotmail.co.uk
–––––––––––––––––––– RUSHDEN & DISTRICT HISTORY SOCIETY Friday 20th January 7.30pm at South End Junior School, Wymington Road, Rushden NN10 9JU David Fowler
‘The BBC and Glenn Miller’ Tel 01933 350038 for more information Members £1.50, non-members £2.50
–––––––––––––––––––– Sat 3rd Dec 10-12noon
BABY AND KIDS NEARLY NEW SALE
The Pemberton Centre, Rushden. Lots of stalls to browse! Refreshments available. Entrance £1, kids free. Lots of preloved items (Toys, Clothes etc) at a fraction of the high street cost! PICK UP SOME GREAT ITEMS FOR CHRISTMAS! Stall bookings 07577 701161 or email karen_aves@hotmail.co.uk
–––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––– CRAFTIE L ADIES CRAFT CLUB
Meets 2nd Monday of the month. 7.30 – 9.30 pm. SALVATION ARMY HALL, IRTHLINGBOROUGH. contact – Jean hilton on 01933 651563 long established, independent craft club. come along with your own project and join our friendly, chatty group and enjoy our many varied workshops
FORGET-ME-NOT BARN:
HANDMADE & UPCYCLED CRAFT FAYRE
The Masonic Hall, Wellingborough Rd Rushden, NN10 9YJ 1st Saturday of every month 10am – 4pm (free entry) further details/stall booking: forget-me-notbarn@hotmail.co.uk
EDITORIAL: nick@rosettapublishing.com
South End Junior School, Wymington Road, Rushden NN10 9JU
Peter Crisp Design Studio 25 – 27 Church Street Rushden NN10 9YU
Tel 01933 350038 for more information
are hosting a Christmas Charity Day on Friday 2nd December between 10am – 4pm
Kevin Varty
‘Sweet Memories’
Members £1.50, non-members £2.50 All welcome.
–––––––––––––––––––– THRAPSTON & DISTRICT U3A invites you to join us for our
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL
a morning of entertainment and fun as well as the opportunity to find out more about U3A. 10am - 12.30pm Friday 16 December 2016. The Plaza, Cosy Nook Thrapston, NN14 4JP
Visitors are always welcome.
Further information from the Publicity Secretary, 0754 277 5603
–––––––––––––––––––– HIGHAM FERRERS LIBRARY First Thursday on each month
KNIT AND KNATTER COFFEE MORNING
in aid of Northants Association for the Blind – Rushden Branch.
Enjoy a cup of coffee and some home baked cake while you wander around the stalls selling Christmas gifts, handmade crafts, jewellery and cards. For further details please contact Julia on 01933 356424 juliaroberts@petercrisp.co.uk
–––––––––––––––––––– RUSHDEN AMENITIES SOCIETY RUSHDEN HALL,
Christmas Special Latern Slides
7.15 for 7.30pm, December 8th
Kevin Varty
Punch and mince pies
–––––––––––––––––––– CHRISTMAS TIME AT THE RUSHDEN SALVATION ARMY
Higham Ferrers Library 10.15-11.30
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Carol Service for those with disabilities
LUNCH AND CHAT
4.30pm Sunday December 18
Fridays (except for Good Friday, Christmas Holidays and occassional weddings) in the Bede House, Higham Ferrers 12.30pm No need to book
Cost of lunch £6, 2 courses – choose from 2 main hot courses or salads; cold and hot puddings; tea/coffee. Everyone Welcome Contact information: Chris 01933 317719
–––––––––––––––––––– Services at Whitefriars Junior School, Boughton Drive, Rushden NN10 9HX (all with activities for children and young people): WHITEFRIARS CHURCH
Sunday 4th December, 10.15am Morning Worship Sunday 11th December, Stepping Out activities
Sunday 18th December, 10.15am Carol service
Saturday 24th December, 4.30am: Nativity Service
Sunday 25th December, 8.30am: Christmas Day Breakfast – in the Bridge Community Office Sunday 25th December, 10.15am: Christmas Day Celebration – including Holy Communion
4.30pm Sunday December 11 Messy Church
3.30pm Sunday December 18 Family Carol Service
Carols by Candlelight
6pm Saturday December 24 Christmas Morning Service
–––––––––––––––––––– 10.30am Sunday December 25
HIGHAM FERRERS FOOTPATH GROUP Meet Saffron Road car park Higham Ferrers for car sharing Contact 01933 386839
9.30am Sunday 4th December
5 mile walk from Easton Maudit –––––––––––
Contact 01536 483687
9.40am Sunday 18th December 5.75 mile walk from Rushden
–––––––––––––––––––– ST MARY’S CHURCH, RUSHDEN
CHRISTINGLE SERVICE in aid of The Children’s Society
–––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––– –––––––––––––––––––– 2-30p.m. Saturday December 3rd 2016
TEL: 07745 818071 or 07724 905406
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