Stotfold
NEWS
Town News Magazine Issue 198 October 2021
Delivered FREE to 4,700 homes in Stotfold & Fairfield
News Information Your letters
CAFE
& cake shop
OPENING TIMES
Tue 9-8pm Wed 9-5pm Thu 9-8pm Fri 9-5.30pm Sat 8-4pm
24/7 online booking for our gentlemen
www.barnhairstudio.co.uk
12A Queen Street, Stotfold - 01462 835 611
Eat in & Takeaway Breakfast Paninis Sandwiches Afternoon Tea
Milkshakes
Homemade Cakes Hot Chocolates Light Lunches LAVAZZA coffee
*IRGMRK 4EXMSW * IRGMRK 4EXMSW 0ERHWGETMRK 0ERHWGETMRK & VMGO &PSGO ;SVO &VMGO &PSGO ;SVO ( MKKIV (VMZIV ;SVO (MKKIV (VMZIV ;SVO )\XIRWMSRW %PXIVREXMSRW )\XIRWMSRW %PXIVREXMSRW [[[ WERHNFVSGOFYMPHIVW GS YO [[[ WERHNFVSGOFYMPHIVW GS YO
2
Open Monday 10.30 - 3pm Tuesday - Saturday 9 - 4pm Hallworth Drive, Stotfold. 07812 055587
From the Editor From the Editor Welcome to our October issue! We are so happy this month to be including quite a few local things to do including nights out, community events and of course the fantastic Stotfold Mill event on the weekend of 8th-10th October. As usual, the Stotfold News Magazine will be at the event for the entire weekend so if you are passing do stop by to say hello. It is a great opportunity for us to meet our readers and for us to connect with our local community. Thanks to Robert Smith for sending us the photograph we have chosen to use on the front page this month when we were invited to watch the corn being cut ready in preparation for the thatcher to use at the Stotfold Mill Event in October. Inside this month’s issue you will see our local school news is back up to it’s usual strength as well as lots of reader letters and interesting articles including the chance to WIN a trilogy of books published by local Author Paul Walker (see page 23 for details.) We are thankfully to all of our regular contributors for helping us compile such an informative issue, your help is very much appreciated. Finally, thank you to both Chris and Margaret who answered our question last month regarding a suitable song choice to accompany our September front cover - you can find their suggestions on our letters page. Until next month...
Joanne
Editorial: Please email your letters or articles to stotfold.news@yahoo.co.uk or write to us at: Stotfold
News Magazine, 78 Hitchin Road, Stotfold, Hertfordshire, SG5 4HT You can also call us on
01462 731986 (Mon - Fri, 9.30am to 5pm) You can also contact us via our facebook page. Advertising: It’s easy to advertise in the Stotfold News You’ll find all you need to know at:
www.stotfoldandarleseymagazine.co.uk- Our deadline is always 6th of every month preceding publication.
Deliveries: We have over 100 volunteers that deliver the Stotfold News Magazine. If for any reason
you do not receive your copy of the magazine please contact us to let us know.
Published by Stotfold News Ltd in association with Woodbury Printing Services. Printed in memory of Roy West.
October
2021
CONTENTS Articles:
Your letters Local News Ask Anna, our local Vet Latest News from Henlow Vets Stotfold Mill News October Recipe Family Announcements Stotfold Junior Football Club News Stotfold Football Club News Stotfold Scout News Jo Leach - Mental Health matters Stotfold Judo Club News
Page 4 & 5 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 11 Page 19 Page 20 Page 24 Page 25 Page 32 Page 33 Page 35
News from Pippin Pre-School News from Roecroft Lower School News from St Mary’s Academy News from Pix Brook Academy News from Etonbury Academy
Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17
Local school/nursery news:
Church news:
News from Stotfold Methodist Chuch News from Stotfold Salvation Army
Page 30 Page 31
www.justgiving.com/gardenhousehospice Want to promote Announcements: We are happy to accept your business in the family announcements by post Arlesey & Stotfold News Magazines? telephone, email or through our facebook page. If you would like to make a donation in return for your announcement then please visit the website above. Please mention that the donation has T: 01462 731986 been made on behalf of the Stotfold & Arlesey News Magazine. stotfold.news@yahoo.co.uk
NEXT ISSUE - NOVEMBER 2021 Advertising deadline 6th October 2021
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
3
Your Letters
Letters to the
Editor
Dear Editor,
Dear Editor,
Here is a photograph of Bay aged 6 wearing his beloved Stotfold Football Club hat, sent all the way to Waiuku, New Zealand by his lifelong Stofold residents Grandma and Grandad- Eileen and John Gibbs.
THANK YOU TO THE PEOPLE OF STOTFOLD who braved the awful weather on Bank Holiday Monday to participate in the Walking Market.
We were planning a trip to Stotfold just before Covid19 hit, so he is desperate to get to Stotfold one day and be reunited with his grandparents. We all miss them so much!
It was amazing to see such a terrific turn out on Stotfold Walkabout with friendly faces. Socially, it was a welcome to the new people who have moved into our town and a catch up socially with older residents of Stotfold who have had to isolate longer than most.
He would love this picture to pop up in their local magazine as a nice surprise!!
One would have thought that the Council and Churches together could have opened their Halls in welcome to bring a warmth and cheer to the day in support of our Town.
Thanks so much! Lorraine, Tommo and Bay. Editors note: We love this! Its wonderful that we are able to reach followers of the Stotfold News Magazine all around the world though our facebook page!
Dear Editor, Re: Harriets 4x4x4 challenge featured in your September edition I was in awe of Harriet Evans achievement and would like to congratulate her on completing her 4x4x4 challenge and raising money for The Garden House Hospice. Well done! Ian - N.H.R.R Dear Editor,
Regarding your request for a suitable song title to accompany the front cover of the September STOTFOLD NEWS I suggest 'Is this the way to Amarillo' Regards, Chris W.
4
People shared gazebos, made coffees/teas to warm people up, young children were looked after whilst their parents were running stalls and lots more.
www.stotfoldnews.co.uk
Name withheld. Dear Editor, Reference the wonderful picture on the front cover of the September Stotfold News Magazine, I wonder if the Old Time Musical song ‘I’m following in father’s footsteps. would be appropriate! Here are the words to the final verse: “To follow in Father’s footsteps is a must for each boy.” “And following in father footsteps is a thing I much enjoy.” “My Mother caught me out one evening up by the West End on the spree,” “She told me where are you going’ and I answered : “I’m following in Father’s Footsteps, I’m following my dear old dad.” It was first sung by a female male impersonator called Vesta Tilley in Music halls in the late 1800’s. Margaret Moore
Your Letters
Dear Editor,
We would like to thank everyone who supported the Stotfold Walking Market and our stall at 26 Home Close. We sold over 70 plates of cakes by lunchtime. This together with donations given for bric-a-brac and maps, resulted in a magnificent £300 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Kind regards Bev and Bob Harrold Editors Note: A superbly organised event! Well done to all.
Dear Editor, On behalf of myself (litter picker), and a friend (on a bike), we would like to profusely apologize to the driver of a metallic blue BMW estate, who, this morning (05/09/21) felt that we had impeded his journey.
Professional Gardener * Garden maintenance * Autumn/Winter tidy ups * Garden clearances * Turfing * Rotivating * Tree surgery * Hedge cutting/reductions Fully Insured with over 8 years experience of commercial and residential gardening
Loved Gardens 07981 275663
Garden Maintenance * Trees * Weeds
E:lovedgardens@gmail.com
We were just heading into Astwick, by the farm, as he was exiting. Having come round a left hand bend, he saw us and we were met with a lot of hand waving, and despite his need for speed, he took the trouble to slow down, wind his window down and give us the benefit of his opinion. The good news for him is that this will be the last time I will be putting my neck on the block picking up other peoples litter on Astwick Road. My apologies to all who live in Astwick Road. Mr C Hall
Dear Editor, Stotfold Garden Club's Meeting in October will be on Wednesday 13th, at the Parish Church Hall, commencing 9.45am for 10.15am. The speaker will be John Armand, who will tell us about unusual bulbs. In November, the meeting will be on Wednesday 10th at the Parish Church Hall,commencing 9.45am for 10.15am. The Speaker will be the very well known Timothy Walker who will talk on Plants, Borders and Gardens. I hope members will be able to join us. Thanks, Peter Hollingsworth - Stotfold Garden Club Please mention the Stotfold News Magazine when responding to adverts
5
6
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Back in June we told you all about six year old Samuel and his quest to cover 140km in 16 weeks as part of a challenge he chose to set himself, raising much needed funds for SSNAP (Support of The Sick Newborns & their Parents.)
Samuels idea came after close friends of his family gave birth to twins, 16 weeks early. The charity SSNAP helped the family to get through a very tough time which is why Samuel chose to take it upon himself to help the only way he knew how. Samuel’s Mum Vicky told the Stotfold News Magazine “We are so proud of Samuel for raising such an amazing amount of money and also his little sister Chloe who was a great support to him along the way.” “In total, Samuel managed to raise a whopping £1600 for the charity!” Samuel scooted, biked and walked his way around the town in order to reach his target. Some days he was joined by friends and family and others he just pressed on, all under the watchful eye of his parents. In the UK, 1 in 10 babies need specialist care at birth. SSNAP supports sick & premature babies and their families - They provide emotional and practical support to help parents through the trauma & upheaval coping with a premature baby (or two) brings.. We are certain that every single penny raised by Samuel will be most gratefully received. Congratulations Samuel on such a wonderful achievement!
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
7
Ask Anna, Your local Vet
In associaltion with Henlow Vets Your local Independant Veterinary Centre
Hi Anna,
We have a new puppy (Labrador called Simmy) We have had him for four weeks but he seems unable to settle at night time. We have followed the advice given to us by the breeder however he still seems to need us constantly - do you have any advice for us or can you tell us how long we can expect this to go on for? Henlow Veterinary Centre 22 Bedford Road Lower Stondon Beds SG16 6EA (01462) 416416 Opening hours: Mon-Fri 8.30am - 18.30pm Sat 9am -12 noon
Hi, thank you for your question; I'm sure it is one that resonates with lots of us who have had or had puppies. I remember my first puppy being like this, and it felt like it would never end, but rest assured that this period does pass! Firstly, I would recommend that Simmy has his own safe place to go to, both in the day and at night times. This is a spot where he is left alone by family members and other animals if you have any. It needs to be inviting and comfy. A soft familiar blanket and a cuddly toy will all help. This area could be a crate, or a hidey hole under the stairs. If this isn't possible then provide a lovely bed with the toys in and make sure it's left in the same place.
24hr Emergency Service Simmy should be given treats when he goes to this place and he shouldn't be put there as a punishment.
Henlow Veterinary Centre Ltd
8
The next thing to do is practice leaving Simmy in his safe place for a few minutes at a time. Encourage him in with treats, then when he is settled, provide him with a chew, snuffle mat or a frozen Kong, and let him lick at it. When he's distracted walk away. DO NOT make a fuss of him before walking away, this only makes the separation worse! Gradually lengthen the amount of time that you spend away, from a few minutes to an hour, and reward Simmy when you come back if he is settled. However if he is jumping and whining only pet him when he has calmed, so you are reinforcing the positive behaviour. If you do all this in the day, its essentially the same process at night. In the time before bedtime he needs to learn to settle, and remmebr do not make a big thing of leaving! So maybe a treat, into bed, cuddles, then sit in same room whilst Simmi is in his cage, then when settled walk away. If Simmi barks in the night some people would recommend leaving him, but very young dogs do need to go out to the toilet at 2-3am. If this is the case go to him, allow him to do his business, then follow the same calm routine before going back to bed. If he whines once you put him back then you do need to leave him as this is then barking for attention. I would also recommend buying an appeasing pheremone collar or plug-in for Sammi. There is a fully reserached and proven product called Adaptil, which has no sideeffects. In combination with the above plan it will really help Sammi to adjust to his new routine more quickly.I hope the above helps and Good Luck! Anna Marshall-Brown MA VetMB CertSAM MRCVS
Your Pets....
Name: Snowy the cat Age: 2 Likes: Being pampered, cuddled, climbing trees, making friends, visiting people, going to school to learn and do his weekly shop. He also likes to jump on people’s hot tubs, in peoples cars and lie in the middle of the road/path. Dislikes: Being barred or grounded. Favourite Food: His very own Ragdoll food Interesting facts: Snowy is actually a rescue cat! He was rescued from Wood Green Animal Rescue. Snowy was one of the 2020 Stotfold Citizens Award winners for services to Stotfold during lockdown! To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Henlow Vets Now
Open 24hrs
24 hour service now available at Henlow Vets. Just four years ago, Henlow Veterinary centre was formed by two local residents with a passion for pets and a desire to provide an incredible service. Today, with the help of an amazingly caring team of eight vets, twelve qualified nurses, two student nurses, three veterinary care assistants and ten strong client care team, they run a thriving practice caring for over 6,000 local pets from more than 3,000 local families. The team constantly strive for the best for every pet they care for at Henlow Vets. From their carefully selected members of staff down to their choice of medicines, equipment and treatments, everything has to be the best it can be. The client care team is built from within their pet owning client base, the vets and nurses either home grown or individually selected for their caring attitude and professional abilities.
Graeme Mason, one of the practice owners
It has long been their vision to buck the trend and offer 24hr care 365 days a year, onsite at the Henlow practice and after four years of very hard work this has finally come to fruition. From 6th September 2021 Henlow Vets became the only vet practice in our area to offer Out of Hours Emergency Care, using their own team of vets and nurses, in the same building you go to during the day!
The practice has parking for more than a dozen cars, separate dog and cat treatment areas, dog and cat wards and isolation facilities, two theatres, a dental suite, in-house laboratory services, digital x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy and a raft of other features allowing them to provide a first opinion service that is second to none.
The practice in it’s prime location in Henlow
To find out more about Henlow vets or to register your pet, visit their website www.henlowvets.co.uk, call 01462 416416 or email henlowvets@henlowvets.co.uk
The expansion is now almost completed.
The dog suite all ready for it’s first guests.
The fully equipped laboratory and dental suite.
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
9
You’ll Be
SOLD
On us!
SOLD
SOLD SOLD FAIRFIELD SOLD
SOLD
SOLD
SOLD
SOLD ARLESEY SOLD
SOLD
STOTFOLD
Satchells serving Stotfold, Fairfield & Arlesey
During the last few months Satchells have consistently achieved over the asking price for many of their vendors. To book your FREE market appraisal and to find
out about the changes in the market and how this could affect your next move
Contact Kevin Duff on 10
01462 733730
CONTINUALLY EXCEEDING THE EXPECTATIONS OF OUR CLIENTS To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
News from Stotfold
Watermill
Stotfold’s event of the year…..
We are all now eagerly anticipating the Working Steam Weekend at Stotfold Mill on 9th/10th October which promises to be one of Bedfordshire’s major attractions for this year. With so many annual events cancelled we are very pleased that we are able to offer this great family day out whilst ensuring that anti-covid measures are in place to safeguard our visitors. Amongst the attractions, the key features will be many steam traction engines of varying sizes from the Saunders collection and enthusiasts from further afield. The display of static engines will include some driving a circular saw large enough to cut whole tree trunks into planks, stone crushers and other forms of powered machinery.
Most unusual is the opportunity to tour the lanes around the area in a steam driven bus. A probable highlight will be the steam engine driven threshing machine extracting grain from sheaves of the heritage wheat crop that has been grown on the field and harvested by the cutting and binding methods of a bygone era. Further displays of farming methods from earlier years will be demonstrations of ploughing by both steam engines and vintage tractors. The Mill, of course, will be open providing the opportunity to see milling of grain in action to produce our fine award-winning stoneground flour, which will be available to purchase along with the ever-popular porridge oats. For those enthusiastic to get ahead with their Christmas shopping, the craft tent has extended the number and variety of stalls so there should be plenty of opportunity to buy some unusual and attractive presents. Remember that the press is already suggesting that we could be facing shortages in many supply areas before the festive season! To ensure everyone can enjoy a whole day out at the event there children can enjoy fairground rides and there is full provision of food outlets as well as the bar marquee offering draft ales and ciders.
Advanced tickets for the Working Steam Weekend can be purchased with a 20% discount from our website www.stotfold.com. The weekend is preceded on Friday by Live at the Mill. Starting at 7.00pm this an evening of live music for rock and pop fans in the beer marquee, featuring the popular groups allergy and Delorean. There has been heavy demand for tickets but they might still be available on our website.
Our final children's event for the year is Halloween Spooktacular in the Nature Reserve 3:00 - 5:00. Sunday 31st October. See our website. If you do not manage to join us over the weekend, remember that your last chance to stock up on flour and our winter warming porridge oats will be when we open on Sunday 24th October from 12.30 until 5.00pm. Come along and enjoy a delicious cream tea before we close for the year. We will see you again in the spring! Live @ The Mill Tickets still available
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
11
Local News It’s not every day you bump into a film crew on your morning dog walk, but that is exactly what happened to us a couple of weeks ago while walking along the river close to Roecroft School. Charlie Dimmock and her team could be seen filming extracts for BBC show Garden Rescue. We were contacted by local couple Daniel and Saleha who informed us they were indeed the lucky participants for the show and were thrilled to have been selected to take part! Saleha told the Stotfold News, “Our windows have been covered so we have no idea what is going on at the other side but we can hear the work being done! The reveal is tomorrow so we are incredibly excited to see the finished result!’ - Saleha and Daniel have very kindly offered to send us some pictures of the finished garden which we will be able to show you once the programme airs on the BBC next year! How exciting! We cannot wait to see the transformation!
FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY CHURCH meets every Sunday
Fairfield Community Hall - 10.30am
We are a group of Christians seeking to be loving, welcoming and inclusive.
More information from: office@fcc.org.uk or telephone 01462 73323
Charlie Dimmock and her film crew filming in Stotfold back in September.
>ERRE LEW FIIR PIEHMRK LIV ƯLMKLP] VIGSQQIRHIHư 5MPEXIW GPEWWIW WMRGI
(PEWWIW EVI EZEMPEFPI PMZI SR >SSQ ERH [MPP WSSR FI VIXYVRMRK XS ZIRYIW EGVSWW -IVXJSVHWLMVI (LIGO XLI RI[ [IFWMXI [LIVI ]SY GER RS[ WII GPEWW EZEMPEFMPMX] ERH FSSO ]SYV TPEGI SRPMRI
ZZZ ]DQQDQHZWRQ FR XN X
James’s Carpentry & General Handyman Service NO JOB TOO SMALL
sales@bewselectricalltd.com www.bewselectricalltd.co.uk
12
Domestic Appliances
Exterior & Interior Property Maintenance You name it and we’ll do it! * Decorating * Furniture Building * Painting * Carpentry and much, much more STOTFOLD BASED - FREE QUOTATIONS Contact us on (01462) 234292 or mobile: 07887 871212
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
News from Pippin
Pre School
We have had a busy few weeks settling our new children into the pre-school, we are pleased to announce they have adjusted to their new routines beautifully. The children’s play so far has been focused on the topic of ‘All About Me’, learning about their body, talking about their homes and families. Our Superstar children are encouraged to take part in daily adult-led activities, usually as part of a small group of children. These activities are carefully planned to provide the children with a fun and stimulating learning experience which will hopefully instil a 'life long' love of learning. Our Superstars also participate in a short 'circle time' which focuses on a letter sound, number, shape and colour of the week. Our younger children (those who remain under 3 years of age for the whole academic year), are known as our Littlestars. These children use our large playroom on the ground floor together with our inviting outdoor area. These areas provide a wide range of engaging resources and play opportunities to enhance your child's development through their play and they are supported and nurtured by our kind and caring staff. As the new term begins we are looking for parents/carers to join our Pre-school Committee. If you can spare a little time each month to attend a meeting and help out with fundraising activities we would love to hear from you, please email pippincommittee@gmail.com for further details.
We continually require items for our gluing table and welcome any old buttons, milk bottle tops, ribbon and old birthday cards. Please drop any items off to the office during term time. We wish to thank everyone who has donated so far. We look forward to sharing more of our news with you again next month. If you would like a virtual tour of our pre-school please visit the homepage on our website pippinpreschool.co.uk Pippin Pre-School, Buttercup Road, Stotfold, Herts, SG5 4PF www.pippinpreschool.co.uk info@pippinpreschool 01462 834897
BRIAN MCINALLY
DOMESTIC GAS AND HEATING ENGINEER
Installation, Servicing and Repairs to domestic gas appliances. Gas Safety Checks and Landlord Inspections. Local Engineer with over 25 years experience.
TEL: 01462 337218 MOBILE: 07714 230877 Email: brian.mcinally@talktalk.net
9 Arlesey Road, Stotfold, Herts. SG5 4HA GAS SAFE REG. NUMBER 202376
All New Plumbing & Heating Installatio ns Installations Bathroom & Shower Installations Boiler & Gas Cooker Installations & Serv Servicing icing Power Flushing & Heating Upgrades Andy Martini 07950 311963 | 01462 835617 835617 almplumbing17@gmail.com almplumbing17@gmail.com www.almplumbingandheating.co.uk www.almplumbingandheating.co.uk 25 Marigold Way, Stotfold Stotfold SG5 4HQ 4HQ
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
208308
13
News from Roecroft
Lower School
Hello everybody,
Being back in school and able to function ‘normally’ feels wonderful. Although we are still of course managing the risk of Covid and adjusting to ‘learning to live with it’, we have welcomed back assemblies with the whole school, children enjoying their lunch back in the dining hall together and larger groups of children outside for playtimes. In addition I am hoping that after our first half term we will be able to welcome in parents for assemblies and open classroom sessions, something that has been very missed over the last few years. To our Roecroft children, well done! You have once again settled into school life with ease, showing resilience and trusting in us to keep you safe and ensure you are learning and enjoying school life. This is an update from our Key Stage 1 leader, Miss Emmerson: In Key Stage 1, we have had a fantastic start to our Autumn term after our long summer break. We are all raring to get started in our new year groups and have settled into our new classrooms beautifully. We have enjoyed getting to know our new teachers through fun circle times, we have been sharing special memories from our summer and also taking part in lots of lovely friendship activities. In Year 1, our new topic that we will be focusing on is 'A Toy Story'. We are looking forward to exploring artwork by Andy Warhol and creating our own toy block printing patterns, investigating the materials toys are made from and developing our understanding of maps through Winnie the Pooh's Hundred Acre Wood! In Year 2, our topic is 'Fire and Ice' and we are all keen to develop our understanding of the events of the Great Fire of London through investigative work with artefacts, role play and re-creating the famous diary entry by Samuel Pepys. There is so much to look forward to this term and it has been lovely to be back together as a Roecroft family. Warmest wishes, Mrs Cross
ARLESEY PHARMACY
FREE Prescription delivery service to ALL Arlesey and Stotfold residents
FREE Repeat prescription "drop-off" and collection service from Arlesey Medical Centre and Larksfield (Stotfold) Surgery. Mon to Fri 8.45am - 1pm & 2.00pm - 6.15pm Saturday & Sunday - Closed
Tel. 01462 731200
www.arleseypharmacy.co.uk
31 High Street, Arlesey, Beds SG15 6RA 14
Children are learning all about the Great Fire of London
ALFIE’S Gents Cut Wash & Cut Under 12’s Hi-Lights
Beard Trims All Over Colour Low-Lights OAP Concessions
Walk-in appointments now available!
Mon & Thurs 9am-5.30pm Tues 9am-3pm Wed 9am-7.30pm Fri 9am-6pm Sat 8am-2.30pm
01462 658449
15 Hitchin Road, Stotfold SG5 4HP
IAN SIMPSON
Local Painter & Decorator Interior decorating City & Guilds Painting, paper hanging and all types of spraying. Fully insured with over 35 years experience For a free friendly quotation
Call 07766 720 545
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
News from St
Mary’s Academy
The children have all settled back into the school routine very well and it’s amazing how quickly the summer holidays are forgotten! We are hoping for continued mild weather so that we can fully enjoy our wonderful outside areas.
By the time this item is published, we will have taken part in our school Harvest Festival Celebration - a special assembly enjoyed by all of our children. Alongside our daily assemblies Jet, Opal, Diamond and Emerald Classes will be leading assemblies during the month. Parents are invited to attend and enjoy these. Please check our weekly Newsletter or website for more information in case of any restrictions. Our individual and family photographs will be taken on Wednesday 5th October – ideal gifts for that ‘season’ that will be upon us all too quickly!
Our 2022 New Parents Information Evening is to be held on Thursday 14th October at 7.00pm. Families of children on our potential admission list are invited to come along for an information evening about starting school in 2022 and what they can look forward to during their time at St Mary’s. Everyone is welcome to attend this very important meeting. Finally, we should mention that we are well into the new learning mission for the Autumn Term, including 'All About Me' in Reception Classes, ‘Nurturing Nurses' in Key Stage 1 and ‘The Vikings' and ‘The Stone Age’ in Key Stage 2 which will include workshops that should prove to be fun and educational.
We are only just back at school from the summer break but October Half Term is from Monday 25th to Friday 29th October with an INSET training day on Monday 1st November.
Email: info@stotfoldnews.co.uk
15
News from
Pix Brook Academy
The start of term is an amazing time to be in school. I have just taken a moment to look back over my thoughts at this time in the previous two years. On both occasions I was talking about the new building and challenges associated with opening a new school. We now start our third year; the school has grown from less that 60 pupils to over 400 and this September we CLAIRE’S welcomed over 180 pupils into Y5. The school is “alive” and full of energy and enthusiasm.
CAT SITTING Stotfold based cat sitting service
Your cats looked after in your own home while you are away, giving you complete peace of mind.I am fully insured & can feed your cats once or twice a day. Other small animals can also be catered for. Now in our 9th year!
Please call Claire
07984 344 997
It is also a new year where we are all hoping that the pandemic is starting to recede in terms of its impact. These last two years have been disrupted beyond all imagination and to have navigated this period while staring a new school has on occasion presented some challenges. We have been fortunate at Pix Brook to have had the full support of our community and children who have shown themselves to be resilient and flexible. I must also mention the staff team at the school who have responded to every challenge stoically.
This year is exciting! Already we have put together our extra-curricular programme, the range of sports making use of our superb facilities will really enhance the pupil experience. Staff have also offered their time after school to teach public speaking, drama, German, chess, choir, and a range of other opportunities. Being able to attend these clubs is something that pupils have really missed and it is fantastic that they can now be back on. Perhaps the most gratifying element to working in a school is seeing the relationship between the members of the school develop. We now have our first group of secondary age pupils in school. These young people are already very different from the new Y5’s they were when they joined in 2019. We now have a common experience and their ever-increasing maturity makes for the most interesting and surprising conversations. Young people are full of life and thoughts and as we work together it is amazing to see them grow. This is something I know all of us at PBA are looking forward to seeing.
Established 1971
16
Stotfold News Magazine
News from
Etonbury Academy
We hope you have all had a healthy and well deserved Summer break. It’s great to have the children back in school, welcome our new Year 5s into ETA Juniors, Year 7s into the Secondary School, and a number of new students across the upper years. Over the Summer further improvements have been made on the site with refurbished toilets, more water fountains, new changing rooms and painting all around. Supported by our parents and staff, we were delighted to be able to get the majority of our students covid tested in school prior to them starting back on their first day. We are enormously grateful for this support which enabled all our children to go straight to their new Form group, meet their Form Tutor and fellow Tutees, giving them the best, and most normal, start to their school year.
Our Year 7s have made a brilliant start to the Secondary School, many of whom had attended the Summer School during August. During the Summer School they had opportunities to explore the main school and navigate themselves to areas and subjects without the challenge of getting to lessons on time! They cooked, explored sciences, played games and wore constant smiles throughout their week. Many thanks to Mr Baga, Assistant Principal, who gave up his holiday to give them this great start. The Year 5 children are settling in well to ETA Juniors, enjoying the facilities and open spaces. They are particularly enjoying their roast dinners, homemade curries and of course the fish and chip Fridays. Many have been excited to join in conversations with our catering contractor’s in-house Chef to help develop the menu even further. It’s really exciting to also see so many signing up to the residential adventure trip going out this term.
We are looking forward to reporting back next month following the election of our new Student Leadership Team. We always have a fantastic number of students who want to contribute to the success of our school, support our strong values and who really care about Etonbury. Soon we will be welcoming parents considering their child's next move, whether it is to start in Year 5 in September 2022 or looking at their options for moving into our Secondary School starting in Year 7. We will be holding open evenings and providing tours to help them make this important decision, and our experienced Primary, GCSE and A-Level teachers will be available to help them with any questions. Please keep an eye out on social media and local press for more updates.
ajb fencing * * * *
fencing decking pergolas summer houses
For a FREE quotation call Andy on
07837 791365 or (01462) 628388 Public Liability Insured Established 18 years
Please mention the Stotfold News Magazine when responding to adverts
17
Calendar Competition LAST CALL FOR PHOTOGRAPHS!!!
Thank you so much to everyone that has taken the time to send in their pictures for the forthcoming Stotfold calendar, produced in conjunction with Stotfold Town Council.
The calendar will be produced in order to help raise funds for the Stotfold Christmas Lights fund and will feature some wonderful photographs all taken by local residents of our town.
We are so fortunate to have received a huge variety of pictures - some traditional and some not so..its shaping up to be a mammoth task just to judge them and to choose only 12! For some, their pictures have ended up on our front covers and we hope to use many more of them throughout the next few months.
If you are a photography enthusiast or just have a keen eye for a good shot then you have until the 15th October to send in your snaps! To enter all you have to do is email us your photos to stotfold.news@yahoo.co.uk. DON’T DELAY - DO IT TODAY!
Picture sent in by Stephen File
Photo by Mick Haskell
This beautiful entry was sent to us from Sarah Green
JIGSAW SALE
St. Mary’s Church Hall, Church Road, Stotfold
Saturday 2nd October 10.00 – 12.00
Wonderful display of jigsaws for sale at bargain prices. All boxed and checked as complete.
18
Please mention the Stotfold News Magazine when responding to adverts
Recipe of the Month- Sweet & Sour Pork Brought to you by Slimming World, Stotfold.
Serves 4 1 syn per serving. Ready in 40 minutes and suitable for Freezing Ingredients Low calorie cooking spray 500g lean pork fillet, visible fat removed, cut into chunks 1 large onion, cut into chunks 1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks 1 yellow pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks 2 carrots, peeled and cut into matchsticks 50g fresh bean sprouts, rinsed 200g sugar snap peas 150 prepared fresh pineapple, cut into chunks For the sauce 200ml boiling chicken stock 2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 level tbsp cornflour 1 tbsp tomato puree 2 tbsp white wine vinegar 4 tbsp dark soy sauce
Spray a non-stick wok or large frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and place over a high heat. Add the pork and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer the pork to a bowl with a slotted spoon, cover and keep warm. Put all the ingredients into the pan and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes. Return the pork to the pan and stir-fry for 5-6 minutes or until the meat is cooked through. Meanwhile, mix all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Stir the sauce and the pineapple into the pork and vegetables and cook for 3-4 minutes. Serve hot with Thai fragrant/jasmine rice-garnished with shredded spring onions.
Stotfold W.I Are you looking for an evening out? Then come along
to our meetings on the 2nd Wednesday of the month. We are not all jam & Jerusalem but we are a mixed group of very friendly ladies that enjoy a chat, tea & biscuits, social evenings, meals out and listening to speakers on a whole range of topics. Wednesday October 13th at 7.30pm Our Birthday Party. Bring and Share Buffet Entertainment by Paul Sharp Wednesday November 10th 7.30pm Speaker: Bill Hamilton. Journalist - Man on the Spot Memorial Hall, Stotfold For further details phone Jill Shepherd 01462 730751
WINDOW CLEANING 20 years experience RELIABLE AND EFFICIENT Fully insured & Uniformed staff
01462 629302 / 07970 406926 by
ACCS
152 Hitchin Road, Stotfold
Complete garden design and build service Porcelain and sandstone paving specialists Quality block paving driveways & all types of fencing
For a FREE quotation call Robin on
(01462) 815968 or 07785 530558 www.thegardenrobin.co.uk To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
19
Family announcements Michael Stone - Thankyou,
Sadly and unexpectedly Michael passed away in July and his funeral was in August. As a family we would like to thank everyone that has sent cards, flowers, gifts and kind messages. Our neighbours have been so understanding and supportive and we are really grateful for the time and space you have given us. We were totally overwhelmed by the number of people that came to the crematorium to pay their last respects to Michael and apologise to those who were unable to be inside. We would especially like to thank Michael's football "lads" and work colleagues who celebrated Michael's love of Gillingham F.C .They wore ties and shirts bought especially for the day. Football was Michaels passion, and his friends and team mates from Stotfold Lions have been great. We would also like to acknowledge that many friends and relatives couldn't be there but watched the video link. Michael was a happy , loving young man and his life was just starting for him. He had just moved into his own home with his partner Lisa and lovely son Benjamin (2years). Michael will be missed by us all, but especially Lisa, Benjamin, his sisters Laura and Helen and of course us, his Mum and Dad. Thankyou all again, Janet and David
Julia Barrow
Do you own an
Electric Vehicle?
£350 off
We install all types of vehicle charging points for your home and workplace
Receive up to
the cost of your home installation with an OZEV grant* OZEV registered installers, all chargers are compatible with all leading car manufacturers. Full public & professional indemnity insurance.
Installed within 5 days from date of order (subject to availability) We are Stotfold based and extremley competitive on price.
Call NOW on 01462 339953 or 07960 979 229 for a chat with our professional sales team. or email:customers@goevcharge.co.uk All works certified and guaranteed by NAPIT
* for more details visit www.goevcharge.co.uk
20
Wishing you a wonderful 76th birthday! All my love from Mick xx
Rikki Clark
Good Luck for the London Marathon,Sunday 3rd October for Sue Ryder, St John’s Hospice. We are all so proud of you. Lots of love from Lisa, Amelia, Poppy and Freya xxx
Lawrence Gibbs
Happy 18th birthday Lawrence! Enjoy your day! All our love Mum, Dad, Grace, Claudia, Peanut & Wanda xxxxxx
Henry
Happy 2nd Birthday on the 2nd October. Love Mammy, Daddy, Noah, Olivia and Snowy the Cat.
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Jake Azzopardi
7th October Happy 14th Birthday All our love, Mum, Dad Hannah, Kira and Nanny Steph. X
LANA is 13!!
21st October Can't believe our beautiful girl is a teenager... Have a fantastic day!
Love you so much From Mum, Richie, Nanna & Grandad xxxxxx
Thomas Christopher Happy 9th Birthday
Lots of love Mum, Dad, Matthew, Oliver & Murphy xxxxx
Roy Scott
Happy Birthday for the 7th October!
With love from all the family x
Callum Wood
Happy 21st birthday! Have a great birthday Love from us allx
Frida
Happy 10th Birthday Lots of love Mummy, Daddy, Thomas and Tara XXX
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
21
STRUGGLING TO USE YOUR BATHROOM? If using your bathroom has become a chore or you are worried about your safety when using it, BMAS Hitchin can help. We are experts in designing and installing easy-access bathrooms. In as little as four days we can make your bathroom safe and comfortable so you can enjoy independent bathing and showering in your own home.
FREE DESIGN APPOINTMENT SERVICE FREE NO OBLIGATION QUOTATION CALL TODAY OR VISIT OUR HITCHIN SHOWROOM Choose BMAS Hitchin:
9 9 9
26 years’ expertise Full design and installation High-quality products for safety & comfort
9
Free bathroom design & full quotation
9
Traditional customer service (no call centres)
9
Finance options available
“THE BATHROOM WAS ABOVE OUR EXPECTATIONS AND LOOKS EXCELLENT.” Mr & Mrs Lean, Hitchin
“TRUSTWORTHY AND RELIABLE. JUST WHAT WE WERE LOOKING FOR!” MS, Welwyn Garden City
Bathing Mobility Advisory Service, 67 Hermitage Road, Hitchin SG5 1DB Showroom open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm 01462 889 097 bathingmobility.co.uk 22
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Local News Local Author features in Amazon top ten list.
A few months back we featured a story on local Author Steven Smith and his number one bestseller ‘Chasing Shadows. We are delighted this month to feature yet another bestselling local Author Paul Walker. For those of you that enjoy historical fiction then Paul’s books are most certainly worth a look. Stotfold based Paul has now had three books published by Sharpe Books, a publisher that specialises in Crime, Thrillers and Historical Fiction. Set in the late 16th century, the hero of the books is William Constable a young doctorand astrologer, who gets caught up in a series of plots and intrigues against Queen Elizabeth I. He becomes an unwilling spy for Sir Francis Walsingham, the Queen’s spymaster.
Author Paul Walker enjoys Amazon top ten success
Although William is a fictional character, some of the events and characters in the books are real. The first book, State of Treason, was published in June 2019. A Necessary Killing was published in November 2019 and The Queen’s Devil in July 2020. The books have had over 1,500 reviews on Amazon and all have featured in the Amazon top ten for Historical Thrillers, alongside famous authors such as Ken Follet, Robert Harris and Philippa Gregory. Paul is planning to write at least three more books in the series and has just completed a seperate thriller set in Paris at the end of World War 1. Paul has very kindly agreed to give away a signed set of his first three books to one lucky Stotfold Magazine reader. All you have to do is answer one simple question and return your answers to us by email or post using the contact details on page 3. Question: Who was known as the Spymaster for Elizabeth I???
The first three books written during the past couple of years by Stotfold based Paul.
What’s on... Karaoke evening October 2nd
Raising money for
‘The B’s‘
October 30th. Musical duo for Halloween
Come down and enjoy the fun!
35 Brook Street, Stotfold t:01462 731908 www.thestagpubstotfold.co.uk
23
Stotfold Junior Football News
Decorating & Property Maintenance Painting, wallpapering, coving ALL HOME DIY JOBS
Great to see Stotfold Juniors under 7’s as mascots for the first team’s win against Buckingham Athletic back at the beginning of September.
Established in Stotfold for over 35 years
All of our teams are now back training and playing matches. It is great to see all of teams back doing what they love. Thank you to all of the parents and supporters that positively encourage the children each week.
FULLY INSURED
To stay in touch with all the news from Stotfold Junior Football Club please do like our facebook page for the latest updates.
Fixing shelves, fitting doors, skirting boards
Call Ken Haskell on 01462 732960 or 07774 669603
STOTFOLD FENCING FOR ALL YOUR FENCING & DECKING NEEDS Call Nath
07490 715009 stotfoldfencing@gmail.com
24
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
News from Stotfold
The 1st x1 have made a wonderful start to the season winning all six of their league matches so far to top the league. The Development team started their league campaign on 4 September with an impressive 9-0 win away from home. To complete the good start the U18 team won their first match in the FA Youth Cup away to Newport Pagnell Town.
Football Club
Flower Festival in St. Mary’s Church
Saturday 9th September 10.00am- 4.00pm Sunday 10th September 12.00 – 4.00pm Followed by Songs of Praise at 4.30pm Charity No: 1131275
October Home Fixtures
Saturday 2.10.21 Dev home to Flitwick Town Reserves KO 2.30pm Thursday 7.10.21 U18 home to New Bradwell St Peter KO 7.45pm Saturday 9.10.21 1st X1 home to Amersham Town KO 3.00pm Thursday 21.10.21 U18 home to M K Irish KO 7.45pm Saturday 23.10.21 1st x1 home to Burton Park Wanderers KO 3.00pm
From this
* Hertfordshire based * Over 10 years experience * Friendly service
To this.
Don’t take our word for it...’Thanks Tony, Gary and team. We are pleased with the exceptional high standard of work. Would have no hesitation in recommending you all’ - Stephanie Elliott
FREE site survey and guaranteed competitive prices Call: 07773 209773 or 01438 222574
Thank you to all those who attended the Richard Drury Memorial match which raised the magnificent sum of £1,564.07 for Alzheimers. What Would You Do
Season Tickets are available for the new season with details available on the website and at the turnstiles. With Some Extra Space? Hertfordshire’s Garage Conversion Specialists
Our Clubhouse is open on Matchdays and Friday - Sunday to members and non-members and we can offer a marquee, large garden area and a large function room and bar. Our Kitchen (The Corner Flag) offers great value food from an ever-expanding menu. Please keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages for more information. JSJ Stadium New Roker Park Arlesey Road Stotfold, Bedfordshire, SG5 4HE 01462 539297 www.stotfoldfc.co.uk Twitter @stotfoldfc Facebook @stotfoldfc Email enquiries info@stotfoldfc.co.uk COME AND SUPPORT THE EAGLES!
25
Creating Stylish Secure homes
&
Upgrade your home with our wide range of products.
Composite doors offering the latest security features and low maintenance in a huge range of colours. Modernise your home and connect your living space to your garden with Bifold or Sliding doors.
Turn your conservatory into a room for all seasons with our tiled roof system.
Need more space? Our garden rooms come in a variety of sizes and configurations.
If you are looking to upgrade your existing windows or doors in PVCu, aluminium or wood contact your LOCAL, family run, Stotfold based experts.
www.bshglazingservices.co.uk E: info@bshglazingservices.co.uk
Make more of your outside space with this fantastic range of aluminium pergolas. 26
T: 01462 730884 M: 07973 851414
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Local News Alex takes on the London Marathon to help cure blood cancer
Local teaching assistant Alex is taking on the 2021 Virgin Money London Marathon as part of a 150 strong team of runners raising vital funds for blood cancer charity Anthony Nolan. Alex who’s parents live on Arlesey Road, decided to take on the London Marathon for Anthony Nolan to support more then just being on the stem cell register. Back in 2018, Alex donated stem cells after being identified as a match, although initially successful, unfortunately only gave the donor receiver an extra 6 months. Being met with a connection to this individual, and feeling like there was more that she could do, Alex is running her first ever marathon in honour of that individual; to provide more awareness, and to raise some funds for Anthony Nolan to continue with the work that they do.
Alex, 27 told the Stotfold Magazine “I am excited to be part of the 2021 London Marathon, to raise money for Anthony Nolan because the power of awareness and the donations received, help to find more matches for people on the waiting list. I feel so privileged to have a place with Anthony Nolan in the marathon, after such a long time where limited opportunities for these vital events to raise funds for such important things has been on hold.” “With this being my first ever Marathon, it feels like such a daunting feat. I only found out I had a place at the end of July 2021, and so training has been hard and Alex ready for the marathon challenge ahead raising sponsorship money has been harder. All my friends and family have been so supportive, and I just can not wait to cross the finish line, with the support behind me and knowing I would have raised funds for such an incredible charity.” Anthony Nolan is the charity that finds matching stem cell donors for people with blood cancer – and gives them a second chance of life. The charity also carries out ground-breaking research to save more lives and provides information and support to patients after a stem cell transplant, through its clinical nurse specialists and psychologists, who help guide patients through their recovery. You can sponsor Alex at https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/AlexGreasby.
THE ONLY LEGAL ADVICE YOU’LL EVER NEED
www.hrjforemanlaws.co.uk
for your business or personal matters :HȇYH EXLOW RXU ȴUP DURXQG D FRUH WHDP RI VSHFLDOLVWV WR VXSSRUW \RXU OHJDO QHHGV WRGD\ DQG LQWR WKH IXWXUH 7KHVH LQFOXGH ȏ DGYLVLQJ RQ EXVLQHVV RU FRPPHUFLDO SURSHUW\ DDLUV ȏ SURYLGLQJ VSHFLDOLVW SURSHUW\ GHYHORSPHQW DQG EXVLQHVV VDOH VHUYLFHV
ȏ ZRUNLQJ ZLWK \RX WR UHVROYH IDPLO\ PDWWHUV VXFK DV GLYRUFH VHSDUDWLRQ RU FKLOG UHVLGHQFH ȏ KHOSLQJ \RX WR PRYH KRXVH RU H[WHQG \RXU OHDVH
ȏ SODQQLQJ IRU \RXU IDPLO\ȇV IXWXUH ZLWK D :LOO RU 7UXVW
ȏ UHVROYLQJ OHJDO GLVSXWHVbb
Contact us: t: 01462 458711 e: info@hrjforemanlaws.co.uk
Or visit us at: 25 Bancroft, Hitchin, SG5 1JW to make an appointment.
We provide experienced and bespoke legal advice for businesses and individuals. Since 1591. COMPANY & COMMERCIAL • COMMERCIAL PROPERTY • EMPLOYMENT CONVEYANCING • FAMILY • LITIGATION • WILLS, TRUSTS & PROBATE
Email: stotfold.news@yahoo.co.uk
27
Fairfield Art Club News Fairfield Art Group continues to thrive with growing numbers at the fortnightly meeting – but we still have space for more members.
Val is also the North Herts Area Coordinator for Herts Visual Arts Forum, and like many of their other members across the county, she is busy preparing for Herts Open Studios 2021.
This event runs from 18 September–10 October and several artists are taking part in North Herts, offering a lovely art trail for visitors to follow. As well as 12 artists spread from Royston, Baldock, Hitchin, Great Offley, Pirton and through to Stevenage, another 12 artists are exhibiting in Letchworth. Between them, these local artists offer beautiful glassware, creative textile art, imaginative sculpture, amazing willow weaving, quirky illustrations, stunning jewellery, incredible paintings Val’s artwork, inspired by the beautiful patterns of the natural world in a variety of genre, and much more. A perfect source of unusual gifts – for birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, house-warming … oh, and Christmas of course less than 18 weeks away!
Val explained to the Stotfold News Magazine : “Our pop-up art galleries are part of Letchworth Culture Project and we have the use of two retail units throughout Open Studios. As well as exhibiting and selling a variety of original artwork, there will be several workshops on offer, plus the opportunity to chat to the artists, to ask about their techniques and materials, to watch them at work.” These pop-up galleries at 9 Howard Park Corner and at Broadway Chambers, Station Place (the venue for the workshops) will be open from 10 am-4pm every weekend and on Wednesday-Friday each week.” For more details of Herts Open Studios, all the venues and workshops on offer, go to www.hvaf.org.uk/open-studios where you will be able to download art trails, find out more about the artists, and follow the links to book workshop places. If you’d like to join our friendly group as we make art together, please contact Val Lawson, the art group leader, on 07434 351027 or email val@vallawsonart.com Established 2010
Fully insured & DBS checked Loving care guaranteed! Call Liz: 07894 561765 www.smileypets.co.uk
Walks for Health
Thursdays at 10:45 am 7th October - Etonbury Woods 14,21,28 October - Hospital Road Arlesey 4,11, November - Scout Hut Stotfold 18,25 November - The Green opposite The Crown Pub Stotfold Contact Beth Overfield 01462 815672
Kitchens & Bedrooms Windows Internal/External Doors
RAY THE CARPENTER
Join our friendly walking group - All welcome.
Skirtings-Architraves-Dados Stairs-Handles-Balustrades Handle & Lock Replacements Loft Hatches Flat Pack Furniture
PLANNING
HOME IMPROVEMENTS OR AN EXTENSION? Providing architectural design and planning services for residential building, extension and conversion projects,
All aspects of carpentry
Building Maintenance No job too small
Call 07885 020895 or 01462 732814 Over 25 Years Experience
28
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
S & S Coates Surveying & Design Call: 07960215053 or 01525 862457 stevecoates72@gmail.com Find us on facebook
STOTFOLD TOWN COUNCIL
The Greenacre Centre, Valerian Way, Stotfold, Hitchin, Herts, SG5 4HG Telephone number: 01462 730064 Email address: enquiries@stotfoldtowncouncil.gov.uk Website: www.stotfoldtowncouncil.gov.uk
SCHEDULED MEETINGS Meetings of the Council and its Committees are held in the Council Chamber, Greenacre Centre, Valerian Way, Stotfold, SG5 4HG Meetings start at 7.00pm, except where one meeting follows another
Agendas for meetings can be found on our website and Greenacre Centre notice board
VISITING THE GREENACRE CENTRE AND MEMORIAL HALL What are we doing to protect you and others using our facilities? We encourage anyone visiting our buildings to continue wearing face coverings and to socially distance, particularly when close to others you wouldn’t normally be in close contact with. We will continue to provide hand sanitiser gel at entrance/exit points and rooms hired and will keep up our thorough cleaning regime. NHS Test & Trace QR codes will remain at entrances to both buildings for your use. Please do not enter our buildings if you are displaying Covid-19 symptoms or have tested positive. Please continue to be cautious and considerate to help protect yourself and others. DEFIBRILLATOR COMMUNITY AWARENESS SESSIONS In an emergency, would you know how to use a defibrillator? The Community Heartbeat Trust will be demonstrating the use of defibrillators and explaining how the equipment works and its benefits to the community in saving precious minutes in the treatment of sudden cardiac arrest. The more people that know how to use the portable defibrillators in our community, the more chance there is of saving a life. Sessions are being held at The Greenacre Centre on Monday 11th October, 7pm or Saturday 16th October, 10am. Places are limited - please book your free place by phoning 01462 730064 or email enquiries@stotfoldtowncouncil.gov.uk
QUEEN’S PLATINUM JUBILEE – JUNE 2022 Next year will see a celebration of the HM The Queen’s 70 years as reigning monarch. A special celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee will be held over a four-day bank holiday weekend from Thursday 2nd to Sunday 5th June. The Town Council is starting discussions on how our town might like to celebrate this milestone. Initial thoughts include taking part in the National Beacon Lighting Ceremony, using our existing Beacon at Stotfold Cemetery, planting trees as part of the Queen’s Green Canopy planting scheme, encouraging residents to take part in the Big Jubilee Lunch, organising an outdoor cinema or similar event on Greenacre Park, erecting bunting and planting floral displays. We will also be inviting members of the public and organisations to advise us of their events, so that we can put together a Jubilee Celebrations Events Programme.
WELCOME BACK FUND – promoting the town’s businesses and new floral displays Central Bedfordshire Council has been allocated funding from the Government’s Welcome Back Fund (and part of a legacy European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) scheme) for the purpose of encouraging shoppers and employees to return in a safe way, but also to ensure that economic activity returns as quickly as possible. The fund is intended for specific activities towards the safe opening of high streets and town centres, with wide ranging criteria for projects such as beautification of a town centre, promotional material, safety measures, etc.
The Town Council’s application for our portion of the funding was successful. With the help of this magazine, all businesses and shops in the town have been invited to contribute to a business directory, free of charge and to be circulated with the Stotfold News magazine. We will also be brightening up our high street by providing floral planters.
DIARY DATE - REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY This year’s Stotfold Remembrance Day Ceremony takes place on Sunday 14th November, at Stotfold Cemetery, Mill Lane. The ceremony will start at 2.45pm and we ask that you convene at the Cemetery by 2.30pm. After the laying of the wreaths the parade will make its way along Queen Street, along the High Street and turn into Church Road to St Mary's Church for the service at 3.30pm. Should the weather be inclement the parade will be shortened, along Queen Street and into Chequers Close. The Royal British Legion, organisations from the town and the Town Council will be taking part, and residents are also invited to join us.
DIARY DATE – CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON A date for your diary - this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On will take place on Saturday 27th November 2021 at the Greenacre Centre. Details are being finalised, so please check the next edition of Stotfold News, our website, Facebook page and posters for more information. To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
29
News from St
Mary’s Church
We rejoice that we are able to return to many of our regular services and social events.
Our Sunday School is meeting again every Sunday at 10.00am in the Church Hall, Church Road, for lively worship, Bible stories and crafts. Children of all ages are welcome (with or without their parents/carers.) For further information please contact Lyn Hayes on 01462 834165. We will be celebrating our annual Harvest Festival on 3 October, so bring your gifts of food for the Need Project. Tea Time Praise for families with young children continues to meet on the first Sunday of the month at 4.00pm. We gather next on 3rd October. The Annual Memorial Service is on Sunday 31 October at 3.00pm. This is an opportunity to remember with thanksgiving our family members and friends who have died. The vicar will read out the names of loved ones who have died in this and previous years. Other social events include the Jigsaw Festival, Saturday 2 October 10.00am – 12.00; the Winter Fair, Saturday 6 November 2.00pm-4pm and the Christmas Tree Festival, Saturday 11/Sunday 12 December.
There are no restrictions on the size of congregations for those attending Sunday worship, Christenings, weddings and funerals. There is no need to book for any service. We ask people to keep a social distance during services and chairs remain spaced out in both the north and south aisles. The other Covid-19 restrictions that we have been following throughout the pandemic will remain in place.
St Mary’s Church open daily during the day Your Parish Church is open every day from 9.00am-4.30pm for anyone who wants a time of quiet personal prayer or reflection or to light a candle. There is also a Prayer Box in which you can place a prayer. The vicar will later pray your prayer at our daily services. Public worship services continue as listed below. An open church is a reminder that God is always waiting for and welcoming us. Services: Every Sunday in Church: 9.00am. Sunday Morning Prayer. A 20minute service without Holy Communion or a sermon. 10.00am. Parish Communion.
First Sunday of the Month: 4.00pm. Tea Time Praise for young families.
Wednesday Service in Church 9.45am.Parish Communion: a 40 minute service.
Monday-Saturday in Church 9.00am. Morning Prayer Service. A small group gathers in church for 20 minutes.
Christenings/Baptisms Will be held at 2.30pm and 3.30pm on the 4th Sunday of the month. The Church of England Parish Church for Stotfold & Fairfield, Church Road SG5 4NE Contacts: Vicar: Revd. Bill Britt, 01462 730218 revd.bill.britt@gmail.com Curate: Revd. Graham Clark, 01462 625270 Weddings: Revd. Bill Britt Christenings: Andrea Charsley 01462 730893 Funerals: Revd. Bill Brittt 01462 730218 Church Hall Hire Maureen Winters 01462 730264 Registered Charity No. 1131275 30
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
News from Stotfold
Salvation Army
Stotfold Salvation Army has been active during the last 18 months, albeit restricted by lockdowns and the need to operate safely. Sunday meetings at the hall in Church Road have resumed, currently with a booking system to enable seating to be allocated, suitably distanced. We are mask friendly and hope that you will be too. All are welcome. Meetings will continue to be accessible via YouTube for those unable to get to the hall for the time being.
Our young people have continued to receive age-appropriate teaching and activities each week, including Messy Church packs each month. If you would like to be added to the list to receive our Messy Church packs please send us an email and we would be happy to send these through to you. We are hoping that Messy Church will start meeting again in person in December. Small groups for parents/carers and babies up to 2 years were trialled before the August holiday period and proved beneficial in connecting people and enabling babies to interact after a long period of isolation in their homes. The Home League, a group of women that meets on Tuesday afternoons for Christian worship, education and fellowship, is planning to restart on 12th October at 2.00 pm. We enjoy singing and sharing experiences with one another and there is always laughter. Readers who are interested in attending these meetings may just come along or phone for more information. We will be delighted to welcome new members to this group that has continued to support one another with weekly phone calls since March 2020. Men’s Fellowship has its first outing on 6th September and Ladies’ Fellowship is hoping to resume in January 2022.
We are making plans for CONNECT – youth club for grown ups to restart and will let you know as soon as we have a date for this. At present we are without leadership for our BLAST club (Kids club), Youth Club, Tiddlywinks Group & Little Sparks group. We are hoping to appoint somebody to head up these important and valuable groups very soon, so look out for Job adverts which will be available soon. We are also in need of a cook for our Lunch Club which is held once a month, if you are interested in this please let us know. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.” Romans 15:13
BAL & CO. MOTOR CARE CAR SALES -
Quality used cars & vans supplied. Excellent after sales care, our warrantees cover both parts & labour
MECHANICAL -
Motor vehicle servicing and general repair work undertaken, any make or model
BODYWORK -
Accident repair and insurance work specialists
2 Arlesey Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, Herts SG5 4HA Formerly Cramps Garage Sales (01462) 732400 Services and Bodywork (01462) 731500 Please mention the Stotfold News Magazine when responding to adverts
31
News From Stotfold
Conditions treated include spinal and extremity injuries, neck related headaches and sprains/strains.
We are NOW OPEN Our revised opening hours: Tues: 2pm-7pm Wed: 10am-1pm Thursday: 3pm-7pm Friday: 10am - 1pm Saturday: 10am-2pm
which
Scout Group
The past 15 months have posed many challenges for Scouting, and we have been working very hard behind the scenes to make a safe return to face-to-face sessions. We have been extremely short of help to safely run our sessions - with Beavers, Cubs, and Scouts all impacted by a shortage of leaders and/or parent helpers. As a result, there is now a real risk of closure for some of our sections, unless we can find the vital help that’s needed. There are a number of ways you can support your local group, be it as a Sectional Assistant, Assistant Leader, or even Section Leader.
Available roles: Comanche Cubs, Monday - Cub Leader, Assistant Leader, Sectional Assistant Chickasaw Beavers, Wednesday - Sectional Assistant Cherokee Cubs, Thursday - Assistant Leader Ridgeway Scouts, TBA* Scout Leader, Assistant Leader, Sectional Assistant * Ridgeway Scouts currently meet on Wednesdays; however, we’re attempting to restart an additional Scout troop (the Friday night section is currently closed) due to the extensive waiting list. In addition to the roles above, the Scout’s Executive Committee oversees the building and equipment has other available support roles, and we are currently looking for a Group Secretary and a Deputy Group Scout Leader, as well as help with fundraising events.
If you are interested in any of these roles or would like to discuss anything above in more detail, please contact gslstotfold@gmail.com. Volunteering for your local scouting group is incredibly rewarding.
We welcome all volunteers, no experience is necessary just the willingness to learn, enthusisam to help our groups and the ability to play a very hands-on role within our community.
Letchworth Carpet Centre
Number ONE for Price Quality and Service YO L A Free Estimates - Free Measuring LOC 1 . NO Full Fitting - Expert Advice Carpets, Laminates, Vinyls and Woods Insurance and Contract Work UR
Open by apointment only - Please call us on the number below or email orders@letchworthcarpetcentre.co.uk to arrange a time convenient to you.
Tel: 01462 481312
1 Such Close, Works Road,Letchworth, Herts SG6 1JF
32
www.letchworthcarpetcentre.co.uk Email orders@letchworthcarpetcentre.co.uk
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Mental Health Matters with Jo Loach Uncertainty.
There has been much uncertainty surrounding this pandemic and we still know exactly how things will unravel as we move forwards. As humans, we don’t tend to manage uncertainty well. We like to know what is going on, what we can expect moving forwards and to have a sense of control. The pandemic tends to scupper these which may evoke stress, anxiety and low mood. What we can do to proactively look after our mental and emotional health in the face of ongoing uncertainty is to sustain good self care habits.
don’t
We often know what we need but don’t always do it. For example, maintaining good sleep routines, a healthy diet, drinking water, having times of rest as well as engaging in enjoyable/creative/playful pursuits, talking to friends, exercising and spending time in nature. However, no matter how much we attempt to be preventative with our health, sometimes, too much goes on for too long resulting in a diminished ability for daily functioning.
No Fuss, No Mess, No Harsh Chemicals We clean and repair all makes of Ovens, Ranges, Hobs, Microwaves and BBQ·s
Email: info@ovencleanandrepair.co.uk www.ovencleanandrepair.co.uk
If this presents via prolonged or extreme anxiety, depression, sleeping issues, withdrawal from support or activity, emotional outbursts, obsessive thinking or an increase in destructive behaviours, it may be time to seek help. If so, the GP is always the first port of call. Whilst there are national shortages right now, it is important to persevere. If the waiting times for available resources are too long, going private is not the only option. If you are able to do so, you can find suitably verified counsellors at https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk.
If not, a Google search will bring up the details of local counselling agencies. These are challenging times for our mental and emotional health so developing awareness of our response to uncertainty can help us to recognise what is helpful or otherwise and to seek help when needed.
Call Chris on 07878 444559 or 07954 300043
Friendly and Reliable service We aim to do repairs on the same day
Window and door repairs and installations * Misted/broken units * Handles * Mechanisms * Door barrels
Supply and fit windows and doors Soffits and fascias
Jonny Garside
79 Regent Street, Stotfold
01462 732248 or 07951 473505
E: b.gray63@ntlworld.com
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
33
News from Stotfold
Art Club
Welcome to the latest update from Stotfold Art Group.
These charming pastel sketches are by Art Group member John Nichol. During the first lockdown he encouraged his family (via Zoom) to produce nature pictures and, as a former teacher, he had to lead by example.
He likes to work in pastels, sometimes in watercolour and marquetry is another hobby.John lives in Letchworth GC and is an active group member, helping with the setting up of our regular meetings and annual exhibitions.
Painting by John Nichol
Richard Whitelock was at one time group secretary and organised the social side. His working life gave him a background in architectural planning and drawing, for local government. On retirement, this was put to good use at Stotfold Mill, where many of the models are Richard's work. In the art group he developed a distinctive style with line drawings and watercolour washes. The iconic beach huts of the British coast became his trademark and he has sold many paintings of this at the Stotfold Mill.. If you are interested in joining our friendly group, we meet each Thursday at the Roecroft Centre - 1.45 to 3.45pm. For details contact 07734 304593
Fabulous beach scene by Richard Whitelock
North Herts Road Runners
The next first Sat of the month 5k on Letchworth Common will be 2nd October starting at 9am and is free and open to all abilities.
We are continuing with training on Tues and Thurs evenings under the guidance of qualified coaches. If anyone is new to the area and would like to join our club or need any further information please contact us on www.nhrr.org.uk or call Ian 01462 639215
34
News From Stotfold
Judo Club
JUDO – The Gentle Way
“Walk a single path, becoming neither cocky with victory nor broken with defeat, without forgetting caution when all is quiet or becoming frightened when danger threatens. Apply just the right amount of force — never too much, never too little..” Kanō Jigorō
What an interesting 18 months, ups and downs. When we first went into lockdown Stotfold judo went online! Not ideal but at least we could meet online and practice techniques. We also had HIIT sessions on Sunday mornings! The sensai’s worked us hard, but kept us fit! As soon as we could, and adhering to government guidelines, we returned to the dojo. Family members were allowed to train together those without siblings or parents went through techniques on their own. Not ideal but at least we were all in the same room. To allow for maximum numbers to attend we had a number of sessions, sanitising the mats between and at the end. Well done to the committee for getting Stotfold Judo through the pandemic. Now we are back to full contact training and Anxiety, Weight Release, everyone is loving it and can’t wait for competitions to start . Depression, Fears & Phobias, Stotfold Judo Club train on Wednesdays, at The Pendleton Centre, Stotfold. SG15 6XS Session times: 5:30-7:00pm 5 to 15 years 7:00-8:30pm Seniors 16 +
SAVE
New members always welcome, no previous experience necessary, though we currently have a waiting list
Contact: Lorna Seymour on 07734 563970 or stotfoldjudo@gmail.com
Smoking Cessation, Hypnobirthing Hypno-Gastric Band Therapy..... Make positive changes to your life in the comfort of our Stotfold hypnotherapy room.
FREE 15 minute telephone consultation
Glen Russell 07497 157531
www.thepathwayhynotherapyrooms.co.uk
MONEY
on main dealer servicing. Were you shocked at the quote you were given from your main dealer ?
If your car service is due please call us for a competitive quote NOW
Ask for details of our pick up & drop off service.
MOT * Service * Tyres * Cambelt * MOT * Service * Tyres * Cambelt * MOT * Service *
CALL US
NOW
FOR A COMPETITIVE
QUOTE
Abery Motor Centre T: 01462 733246
Unit 2b, Portland Industrial Estate, Arlesey, Beds SG15 6SG www.aberymotorcentre.co.uk Trustatrader
35
Down
Memory Lane
Do you recognise anyone in the picture? The form was 1LS and was back in 1980 so slightly newer than our usual pictures. If you have any photographs that we are able to use for this section of the magazine each month we would LOVE to hear from you... Please get in touch by calling us on 01462 731986 or emailing stotfold.news@yahoo.co.uk
Stotfold Twir lers
New members now being taken ² all ages welcome
SUNDAY SERVICES
Twir l a Baton Dance and Movement Lear n new skills Have fun Team wor k Make friends Competitions
Time 10.00am
Date 3.10.21
Come along for your free taster session on Friday 1st October 2021
10.00am
10.10.21
For more infor mation and to book your place contact: Coach Sonia Crook at Sonia.Crook@Hotmail.com
10.00am
17.10.21 24.10.21 31.10.21
Preacher Rev Jane Wheatley (Harvest Festival) Rev Graham Claydon-Knights (Holy Communion) followed by AGM Online Service Rev Val Reid Online Service
Services are also available online. See website for details. :+$7·6 21 Coffee Morning & Bring & Buy ² TBA Monday Club ² TBA Carers Group ² TBA
CONTACTS Minister Rev Graham Claydon-Knights 07340 857386 Deacon Marcianne Uwimana 07818 370435 Senior Steward Maggie Turner 01462-731030 Secretary and Hall Hire Julie Longhurst 01462-731167
36
www.stotfoldnews.co.uk
www.stotfoldmethodists.org.uk Licensed for Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals
Useful
Telephone Numbers
Citizen’s Advice Bureau
Trading Standards Advice Line Samaritans Births, Deaths & Marriages Stotfold Good Neighbour Group Churches Hope Chapel King’s Baptist Church Methodist Church Salvation Army Hall Ladies Fellowship St Mary’s Church St Mary's Church Hall Friends of St Mary’s Fairfield Community Church
Housing First Garden City Homes Pioneer House, Norton Way South, Letchworth Garden City, Herts, SG6 1NY Grand Union Housing - all enquiries
01525 402742 01525 841217 0300 300 8136 01462 455333 0300 300 8089 07599 925587 01462 686803 01462 730521 01462 646562 01462 731072 01462 730739 01462 730218 01462 730264 01462 834108 01462 733230
Council Stotfold Town Council 01462 730064 Email: enquiries@stotfoldtowncouncil.gov.uk Central Bedfordshire Council, Priory House, Chicksands, Shefford SG17 5TQ 0300 300 8000 Email customer.services@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk Web www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk Waste Collection / Recycling / Dog Warden / Flytipping / Grass Cutting / Street Cleaning / Abandoned Vehicles 0300 300 8631 or 0300 300 8632 More Central Bedfordshire Council telephone numbers can be found listed at www.stotfoldnews.co.uk Doctor Larksfield Surgery Appointments Enquiries Out of Hours Service: MDoc Physiotherapy & Spinal Injury Clinic Arlesey Medical Centre Dentist Ashwell Dental Stotfold Dental Surgery Emergencies Electricity Emergencies Gas Emergencies Helplines Childline National Menengitis Trust Samaritans NSPCC
01462 732244 01462 732200 Call 111 01462 735700 01462 732144 01462 742353 01462 731938 0800 7 838 838 0800 111999 0800 1111 0845 6000800 08457 909090 0800 800 5000
01462 683307 0300 123 5544
Hospitals Bedford Hospital Lister Hospital NHS Direct
01234 355122 01438 314333 08 45 46 47
Library Stotfold Library Arlesey Resource Centre & Library
0300 300 8068 01462 731469.
Police Beds Police (Crime reporting) Crimestoppers
01234 841212 0800 555111
Pubs Coach & Horses Fox & Duck The Chequers Pub The Crown The Stag Tavern
01462 734135 01462 732434 01462 732333 01462 731061 01462 731098
Cafe Box of Cakes Cafe & Cake Shop
07812 055587
Schools Etonbury Academy Pix Brook Academy Fairfield Park Lower School Roecroft Lower School St Mary’s Academy Samuel Whitbread Academy
01462 730391 01462 416243 01462 830000 01462 730336 01462 730343 01462 629900
After School Clubs Pippin Pre-School SMASH, St Mary’s School
01462 834897 07971 354093
Toddler Groups Tiddleywinks
01462 731072
Nurseries Pippin Pre-School Poppies Nursery Poppyfields Nursery Treetops Day Nursery Transport Trains (National Enquiries) Whitbread Wanderbus Boxall Taxis Greenacre Transfers Airports & Chauffeur Services www.greenacretransfers.co.uk
www.stotfoldnews.co.uk
01462 834897 07833 927906 01462 830008 01462 734306 08457 484950 0300 123 3023 01462 433333 07555 70 78 48 37
Local Directory Accountancy & Tax Sue Matejtschuk (SCM Accountancy) Abery Motor Centre AD Garden Rooms AJB Fencing AJ Day Builders Alfie’s Barbers Andy Leonard Painter & Decorator Arlesey Walking Group Arlesey Pharmacy Aqua Sensation Water Softeners Aquarius Garden Design Ashwell Software / Sigma Office Barn Hair Studio Bal & Co Motor Care Beale Bros Butchers Bews Electrical Big Minibus Hire BK electrical / Brian Kelly Bookks Bookkeeping services Boxall Taxis Box Of Cakes Cafe & Cake Shop Brian McInally - Gas & Heating Engineer Broadband Communications BSH Glazing (Windows & Doors) Bugs ‘n’ Things Pest Control C J Flooring Carpet Cleaning - ACCS Ltd Carpets & Flooring - Letchworth Carpet Centre Carpets & Flooring - Paul Faulkner Catsitter - Claire Centroheat Domestic Boiler & Heating Services Chimney Sweep (Jesel Heat) The Cooker Buddy Oven Cleaning Chris Webster, Stotfold (Correspondent for The Comet ) Computer Repairs - NIck Saunders Darren Peters Property Maintenance Decorating - JLP Decorating Dennison’s - House & Garden Clearance DMC Tiling Dog walking & cat sitting - Smiley Pets Electrician - Terry C Seymour Fairfield Bowls Club Fencing (AJB) Finesse Interiors First Step Estate Agents Foot Health Professional - Vicki Eagles Foot Pro Podiatry The Garden Robin Limited Gifford Dance Academy Graham Smith Brickwork & Paving Greenacre Transfers Airports & Chauffeur Services www.greenacretransfers.co.uk Guides - Stotfold Guide Association HB Decorators
38
01462 624926 01462 733246 01438 313765 07837 791365 01767 314445 01462 658449 07889 903283 01462 638286 01462 731200 01462 835693 01462 731292 01462 742783 01462 835611 01462 731500 01462 730392 01462 834488 07817 766997 07817545314 01462 734623 01462 433333 07812 055587 01462 337218 01462 732628 01462 730884 0800 026 8823 01462 732665 01462 629302 01462 481312 01462 731674 07984 344997 07885 415363 01462 733406 01462 810065 01462 834108 07521 279960 01462 733322 07496 837437 07522 354141 01462 231459 07894 561765 01462 236559 07811 738599 07837 791365 01462 896046 01462 659730 07812 399659 07377 536685 01462 815968 07585 221513 01462 731829 07555 707848 01462 733322 01462 732960
Helpers Homecare Henlow Vets
01462 896853 01462 416416
Heritage Paving Hypnotherapy - Pathway Hypnotherapy Rooms
01462 73068 07497157531
Paul Thomas Landscaping Piano Lessons - Christine Walker Pilates - Zanna Newton Plumbing - ALM Plumbing Plumbing - C Plumb Plumbing & Heating - GSP Heating & Plumbing Plumbing - J D Heating & Plumbing Services LTD Plum-tek RH Gardens Roecroft Centre - Maureen Winters Stotfold & Arlesey Royal British Legion Satchells Estate Agents Saunders Garage Sheldon Electricals Simply Sorted Professional decluttering/organising Slimming World Solicitors - HRJ Foreman Laws St Mary's Church Hall Stotfold Art Group Stotfold Bowls Club Stotfold Conservative Club Stotfold Football Club Stotfold Gardening Club Stotfold Good Neighbour Group Stotfold Junior Football Club Stotfold Judo Club Stotfold Twirlers Stotfold Mill Stotfold News Magazine Stotfold Parents Association Stotfold Pharmacy Stotfold Short Mat Bowls Club Stotfold Women’s Institute Tailoring Service The Rooms TidyTime Cleaning Services Tree Surgeon - 4 Seasons Warrens Windows Windows - Repairs & Installations (J Garside) Window Cleaning - ACCS Ltd Yoga - Freda Dodsworth
07479 945995 07876 826880 01462 290226 01462 812826 07456 559756 01462 639215 07878 444559 07761 751634 01462 232642 07889 811065 01462 731357 07719 862371 07950 311963 01462 700862 01462 615922 07474 444288 01462 618058 01462 612033 01462 730264 01462 734133 01462 733730 01462 730222 01767 448188 07792 405246 01354 462322 01462 458711 01462 730264 07734 304590 01462 628204 01462 730534 01462 539297 01462 834854 07599 925587 07706 951263 07734 563970. 07732 505614 01462 734541 01462 731986 01462 730570 01462 730249 01462 730841 01462 730751 07575 417217 01462 835538 07856 205626 01462 834136 01462 261401 07951 473505 01462 629302 01767 627611
James’s Carpentry & Handyman Service 01462 234292 Kumari Chiropractic Leigh Skelding Counsellingwww.ls-counselling.com Locksmith Services New Kitchens Nick Sayer Plumbing & Heating North Herts Road Runners Oven Clean & Repair Services Painter/Decorator - Paul A Robinson
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
Letchworth Arts & Leisure Group is a unique not-for-
profit organisation founded in 1987, to promote arts & leisure activities in Letchworth and surrounding areas. Joining entitles every adult in your household to attend as many groups and activities as they want including: wine appreciation, film, gardening, theatre, art design, books, discussions, games, sports, outings, walking and much, much more. New groups are starting all the time. There are also online talks every month. Just £10/year per household gets all adults in your household access to: -120 social groups -Online events and meetings to enjoy from home -Discounts at about 50 local businesses -Meet new people -Newsletter sent to your Inbox (For an extra £4 you can also get a paper copy of the newsletter straight to your door)
You don’t need to live or work in Letchworth to be a member, and non-members can try some of our activities before joining. Why not give us a try? You can find out more at LALG.org.uk.
To contact the Stotfold News Magazine please call 01462 731986
39
