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Despite my love of summer, the change in season from summer to autumn is one of my favourites. Our clocks go back an hour on 28th October, meaning the nights are darker, the leaves are falling, and Strictly Come Dancing is back on the TV! It’s time for cosy nights on the sofa, when you can relax with a cuppa and take a good look through this edition! For those of you who like to plan ahead for Christmas, now is the time to start. You might just find inspiration for that unusual gift, and if you would like to get your house and garden ready for the festive season, you’ll find all the local people you need to help you within these pages. It’s still a tough economic climate, and its important to spend money wisely and locally, to help us all through these challenging times. The next edition will be distributed to you from 28th October. Please ensure that anything that you would like to be included is with me by Friday 12th October.
Best Wishes, Paula
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Arts Review and What’s Going On - October 2012 Hilary Cartmel Macbeth was good, and still is, - if you can get yourself a ticket – do so. My guess is that it will be sold out. The miserable darkness of the stark Scottish landscape and chill castles was staged very simply. It’s a play where the scenes take place mostly in gloaming or darkness even during daytime there is little light. I did Macbeth for my ‘O’ level English Lit, and there was a time when I could have recited tracts of it. I haven’t seen it on stage since, and this production did it proud. It’s the first time that I have seen the Crucible main stage set up in the round, the audience tightly and completely encircling a round stage set with ‘rocks’ around its edge and echoing the image and theme of the crown which was repeated and emphasised in many ways throughout the play, continually reminding us that without the lust for the Crown there would be no plot. The action didn’t take any prisoners, Banquo’s ghost was horrifying, we saw Lady McDuff’s brains dashed out and the sword fight at the end looked and sounded very real, the witches were old hags and not some idea of supernatural spooks, the poetry was beautifully spoken. Crucible Theatre until Saturday 6 October. In contrast the Sheffield Theatres are doing some comedy in October, it’s the Last Laugh Comedy Festival including some household names. Tickets £12 - £21.50 At the West Yorkshire Playhouse in Wakefield – Kneehigh Theatre have reworked Steptoe and Son – until October13 - Darkly comic, and deeply moving, this is a 20th century icon, re imagined for the new generation. www.wyp.org.uk Closer to home on Friday 12 October at The Rock (Wesley Centre, Maltby) is John Tams and Barry Coope – in my humble opinion Tams is the best voice singing in the English Folk tradition and together they are one of the funniest duos to grace any stage. Good therapy. Tickets £10 on the door www.therock.org.uk At Doncaster Museum and Art Gallery from 20 October until 9 December the annual ‘Open Art’ exhibition begins with walls hung floor to ceiling with work from artists across the region with many works for sale. At Cusworth Hall an exhibition entitled Opposites Attract – a two person show - Ashley Jackson and Graham Ibbeson, two of Yorkshire’s best loved artists ( not counting Hockney of course) I can’t imagine what this show will look like, but I have every faith that it will work well. Ibbeson was a student at Trent Poly( as I was - but long before my time you understand) and was famous for two things, his ability to consume sandwiches and his wonderful humorous clay modelling. Tickhill Music Society’s October concert is on the 19th – Guitarist Dimitris Dekavallas program to include Bach, Guillliani and others at St Mary’s School at 8pm tickets £10 on the door Village Ventures is bringing music from American roots musicians Buffalo Gals to Bircotes Town Hall on Sunday 21 October . This lot ( a six piece band of not just Gals) have a claim not only to fantastic enthusiastic and talented musicianship but also humour too. Tickets £8.50 01302 752515 / 752642 or on the door Are you picking up the theme here? Go out and get a laugh – do yourself some good. 6 | BAWTRY TODAY
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From Bawtry to Cambodia Next month, people in Bawtry and surrounding areas are invited to hear about the work of Oxfam from a long term supporter who visited Cambodia with the charity. Tracy Woods, a project manager from Cheshire, travelled to Cambodia with the international charity in 2007. She met many people and visited lots of projects, including some focusing on domestic violence and agriculture – people whose lives are very different to ours and who have benefited from the work of Oxfam. Since then she has been doing everything she can to spread the word about what she saw.
Tracy in Cambodia
Tracy will be sharing her experiences and viewsndon Oxfam’s work at St Nicholas’ Church Hall in Bawtry on Tuesday 2 October at 7.00pm. Tracy said: “I am very excited about sharing what I have learnt about Oxfam’s work in Cambodia with people from this part of South Yorkshire. Cambodia is an absolutely fascinating country - they have been through so much in recent years, but great progress is being made. Hopefully, with the help of the people of Buxton, we can help this country have an even brighter future”. Oxfam’s work in Cambodia focuses on closing the increasing gap between rich and poor. There are several ways in which they do this, including supporting people to earn a fair living and making sure that health and education are available to everyone. Everyone is welcome at the Oxfam event but for more information, please contact Harriett Roberts on 07557 291 868 or email hroberts@oxfam.org.uk.
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Mayflower Sanctuary, Narrow Lane, Bawtry, Doncaster Well where did the summer go ! I cant believe its Sept already. Everyone back to school and everything back to normal. But there is still lots of work to do to keep our funds coming in. We are busy organising our usual Sponsored dog walk in Bawtry forest courtesy of Sir Jack Whittacker who is good enough to let us use the forest for this event. The walk is on the 14th Oct and starts at 11.00 am.It is a 2 mile or 5 mile walk in this most beautiful setting . The walk is open to every one and you can collect a sponsor form from the Sanctuary or we are able to e mail one to you. Please come along and join us its a good way of getting some fresh air and exercise. Its also a great fun way of raising money. Also don’t forget the French theme evening (Allo Allo) on the 17th November at Ye Olde Bell Barnby Moor. Fancy dress optional. It promises to be a fantastic evening with great food dancing and entertainment from the Bruvvers Blue who are an amazing tribute group. There will be a small auction and a raffle . Tickets will be £20 each. Please call 07969203206 for ticket reservations. If you would like further information about our Sanctuary please call 01302 711330
Marley Approx age: 4 months Yet another kitten from an unwanted litter. Although his previous owner loved Marley very much, she was unable to keep him due to her daughters allergies. Marley is just a treasure to have around. Always looking for fun, he will play with a scrap of paper for hours but he is just as happy curled up in your lap having his tummy tickled. All he wants is a family to call his own, regular meals and a basket (or lap) to snuggle up into. Not much to ask for is it? Blue
Greyhound x Whippet Age on arrival: 9 months old
Blue finds himself looking for a new home because his previous owners are now working long hours and feel it is unfair to leave him alone. We have found Blue to be a very loving and playful dog, who has quickly become a favourite with everyone who has worked with him. Blue has had an operation on his patella (kneecap) and is recovering well. Should there be any re-occurrence in the future Mayflower will be responsible for his treatment. Because he can be boisterous at times we feel he would be better homed with children that were slightly older, if any at all, just to cut down on the risk of him jumping up and hurting a youngster. Blue is a dog with lots of potential and with the right handling we feel he will quickly become a much loved member of any family. 10 | BAWTRY TODAY
A new identity. The same community. The new name for Doncaster College for the Deaf. The college, formerly known as Doncaster College for the Deaf has changed its name to reflect the diverse range of learners it attracts from across the region. Graded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in May 2012 for its Social Care provision, Alan Robinson, Executive Principal of the college said, “Our education provision has diversified over the years and we have decided to change the name of our college to reflect this. The name Communication Specialist College - Doncaster strongly emphasises what the organisation is about in 2012 and moving forward”. The college can meet the educational, training and support needs of individuals who are Deaf, hearing impaired and those with specialist communication needs, including Autism, Aspergers and learning disabilities or difficulties. Our individualised learning environment offers a unique approach for learners. We remain at the forefront of provision and are extremely proud of our achievements and our learners. “We look forward to welcoming new learners through our doors and sharing our successes throughout the year.” We warmly invite you to join us at our open days on 10 th October 2012, 8th December 2012 (family day) and 6th February 2013, to find out more about our extensive facilities and the exciting range of educational provision. For further information on the courses offered at Communication Specialist College Doncaster please visit www.deaf-trust.co.uk or call 01302 386720 and ask to speak to one of the Pathway Managers.
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It’s never to late to learn to Swim
They say that 1 in 5 adults cannot swim and that swimming is the only sport that can save your life! So why doesn’t everyone who hasn’t learnt to swim by the time they are adults get themselves off to swimming lessons to learn? I run a private adult swimming school at Bircotes Leisure Centre every Sunday night and have been teaching adult swimmers of all ages and abilities for some considerable time, so I reckon I’ve heard most of the reasons that people come up with. Here’s a few: swimming gets you (and particularly your hair) wet; you have to expose bits of you that you’d rather keep under wraps; it’s probably too late to learn at your age. Some of these things are true: it is very wet in a swimming pool and it is better to swim in a swimming costume than in everyday clothes. As for it being too late to learn, most adults are surprised to find how quickly they can learn. Of course it takes different people different amounts of time, and each person has different aspirations, but to be able to enter the pool and travel around without support should only take a matter of a few lessons. There is one very real fear that many adults have regarding learning to swim, and that is that they will be recognised. I guess this fear attaches itself to the fear of exposing more of your body than you care to share with the public and the embarrassment of admitting you can’t swim. Firstly I can attest to the truth of the rumour that it is very difficult to recognise people with their clothes on. I have been caught out on a number of occasions by people coming up to me and holding long and detailed conversations with me, while I stand there in bewilderment wondering who they are. Secondly, everyone in the class is in exactly the same position as you; they are there to learn to swim and are wearing a swimming costume (and probably won’t recognise you with your clothes on either). In addition, as we hire the whole pool for the lessons, there is no chance that Mark Foster or Sharron Davies will turn up unannounced to upstage you. Remember, swimming is probably the only sport that can save your life as well as being probably the most complete workout for your body. It is also fun. Once you have mastered this skill you will be able to enjoy the pool and sea on holiday, go swimming with your kids or simply use the skill to get fit. It’s worth getting wet for. Michael Keeble
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Maintenance for Community Conservation Projects
Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust has already planned maintenance for their 70 nature reserves throughout the county – have you planned yours for your local community meadows, ponds and woods? Here’s a quick reminder of what needs attention this time of year: Meadows - Sow meadow seed during September and October. If you managed to dodge the weather, meadows will have been cut during August and early September – remember to remove the cuttings! Cut again during October and November if there is a flush of new growth. Homes for Wildlife - Make and put up new bird boxes during the period September to February. Make hedgehog homes during September and October. Remove old nests from existing bird boxes, clean out and put back up before February. For ideas and suggestions on how to build homes for wildlife, pop in to the visitor reception at Idle Valley. Ponds - Clear fallen leaves and remove excess growth during September, October and November. Dredging work should be done during early autumn and not during winter because frogs and other animals will be hibernating in the mud. We are now preparing for the heavy-duty autumn/winter conservation works like coppicing, tree-felling and scrub bashing, so if you want to White dead-nettle help out on Wednesdays, Thursdays or Sundays with conservation from Laneham works, please contact James Simpson on 01777 713944 or email Trentside Meadow – jsimpson@nottswt.co.uk. If you would like to help in our visitor reception, children’s activities or in the café, then please contact Sara great for bees, Smith on 01777 713945 or email ssmith@nottswt.co.uk. caterpillars and a host of other insects Remember, we’re here to help - for advice about any aspect of conservation or protecting wildlife, then please call the team at Idle Valley Nature Reserve, North Road, Retford on 01777 713945.
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LOCAL LADIES LAUNCH YORKSHIRE’S BIGGEST BUSINESS SHOW, 4 BUSINESS EXPO, IN DONCASTER ON 18TH OCTOBER, 2012 The biggest business show for anyone thinking about starting or expanding in business to raise the roof of the racecourse this autumn Doncaster will be playing host to the region’s biggest business show this autumn, when the very first 4 Business Expo event descends onto its racecourse on October 18 th, 2012, and over five thousand visitors are already expected to attend. Setup by Michelle Kirkbride and Kelly Allen co-founders of the 4Business Enterprise, and with assistance from Linda Walton, the event will see over two hundred stands plus three separate business shows all under one roof, which will transform the racecourse into a one stop business shop featuring everything needed to start or expand a business: A complete work from home exhibition Business seminars and high profile guest speakers A networking event & a networking bar A free crèche and children’s entertainment Stand sitter service Goody bags and products not available on the high street Three business shows – the 4 Business Opportunities Show, the 4 Business Startup Show and The b2c Business Showcase. “What originally started out as a business opportunities event has now developed into a business expo thanks to all the interest we’ve generated, and we’re delighted to be launching it this year in Doncaster,” explains Kelly Allen. “We’re also really excited to have created something that little bit different in the business exhibition world thanks to the free crèche service we’ll be offering,” she continues. “Unfortunately, as working mums we’re all too well aware of how hard it is to start up a business or expand one whilst fitting it around a family, let alone trying to do it in today’s economic climate,” she goes on. “And so it was very important to us to host an event that will not only provide visitors with access to all the advice and support they need for their professional life, but will also take into account their personal one too.” Being a Community Interest Company and therefore non-profit, any proceeds will be fed back into the event hoped to become an annual one for the region. “Job opportunities now are so few and far between, that we need to help the unemployed into self-employment, as well as supporting SMEs to expand and grow, so we’d encourage anyone interested in starting or expanding a business to come along,” she says. “Entry’s free and there’ll be business opportunities and services, as well as a showcase area, seminars and networking, all under one roof for people to access. Plus, we’ve also made sure that the exhibitors can take advantage of all the resources available too with our stand sitter service, meaning someone can mind their stand for them, whilst they explore the expo.” The free crèche and stand sitter service will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis so please contact Kelly on 01302 515385 to book prior to the event. For more information about 4 Business Expo or for details regarding how to become an exhibitor, please visit www.4businessexpo.co.uk or telephone 01302 515385 20 | BAWTRY TODAY
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continues to champion the prevention of stroke, heart disease, diabetes and kidney disease ! By detecting and acting upon risk factors early, problems are less likely to develop. Small lifestyle changes made now can make all the difference to your future health. Your Test Your Health Nurse will provide a quick and easy health check. You will be given a copy of your results and have time to discuss them and any future possible actions with the Nurse. Your GP will also receive an electronic copy of your results.
It has never been easier to have a health check. Spread the word and encourage your family and friends to have the health check too! FREE NHS health checks are available for everyone aged 40 to 74 years old across Doncaster. Call now on free phone 08000 121 808 or visit: www.testyourhealth.org.uk to find a clinic session convenient to you and book an appointment. 26 | BAWTRY TODAY
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Theatre Fun at Everton Theatre goers of all ages are sure of an evening of fun as the Village Players (Everton) present their October production of “Curtain Up!” by Peter Quilter. Everton Village Hall will be transformed into a theatre within a theatre for the set of this fast paced comedy about five women who inherit equal shares in a dilapidated theatre and their plans to bring it back to life. The intrepid quintet try various fund-raising schemes but their most ambitious is to hold a concert featuring a worldfamous star, who agrees to appear for no fee. The audience will see the “theatre” morph from a total wreck into a glittering performance venue, where an expectant sell out “audience” is waiting impatiently for the star act. However, plans go awry as the five would be impresarios race to keep the show on the road. Curtain Up! Will be staged in Everton Village Hall between Wednesday 24th and Saturday 27th October. Tickets are priced at £5 (£4 for students) and can be obtained from the Players Box Office (01777 817275), or via their web site (www.evplayers.org.uk). The Players are again repeating their offer of combined tickets for the play and a pre-theatre dinner at the popular Blacksmith’s Arms, yards away from the Village Hall. Details are on the Players web site, or can be obtained when booking by ‘phone.
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THE EARL OF DONCASTER LAUNCHES GUINEA PIG NIGHT 2nd Thursday of each month sees diners consume, contemplate & choose what makes the grade No one really wants to be experimented on, but a local hotel has launched an event to show that being a guinea pig doesn’t necessarily have to be a glum experience – it can, in fact, be one filled with gastronomic delights. Guinea Pig Night, created by The Earl of Doncaster Hotel, will take place on the second Thursday of every month and diners attending, will not only be able to sample a beautifully cooked three course meal by a talented chef, but they’ll also have the final say as to what dishes make it onto the new menu. The catch? Guest diners won’t know what they’re going to get. “Creating a great menu and serving food of the highest quality are obviously what any hotel strives for but at The Earl, we really just want to develop a dining experience with a really personal aspect to it,” explains Fraser Wolstencroft, Hotel Manager. “So allowing diners to taste new dishes and make the final decision as to what goes on the new menu, we think, is the perfect way of achieving it,” he continues. “After all, it’s the public who choose to dine with us, so it’s only right that they participate in picking the menu we provide.” Served in Café Bar Concerto and £15 per person, including a Three course meal prepared by The Earl’s resident talented and rosette winning chef, Paul Thompson and a Glass of House Wine “After the recent refurbishment to restore the hotel to all the splendour of its original Art Deco roots, Café Bar Concerto is, without a doubt, a simply a stunning destination for any diner,” Fraser continues. “We really wanted to go that extra mile though and what better way to do it than creating not only a beautiful ambience, but also by serving a menu that they’ve helped to make themselves?” Guinea Pig Night takes place on the second Thursday of every month in Café Bar Concerto between 6pm and 10pm. For more information about The Earl of Doncaster Hotel and their fabulous rooms and events, please visit www.theearl.co.uk, or telephone 01302 361371
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Austerfield youngsters “get out and play” in new Jubilee play space Children and young people in Austerfield are being encouraged to get out and play thanks to a £46,000 grant which has been awarded to Austerfield Parish Council for new play facilities in the village. Over 250 local residents celebrated at a launch party on Saturday 8th September at the Austerfield Jubilee Play Space. The cash boost has been given by WREN, a not for profit business which awards grants to community projects from funds donated by Waste Recycling Group (WRG) to the Landfill Communities Fund. Councillor Robert Harrison, Chairman of Austerfield Parish Council said: “It is fantastic that WREN can make funds like this available to a small community like ours. Without the funding from WREN and our DMBC Ward Councillors we could never have provided this wonderful playground.” Cutting the ribbon to officially open the play space was young Willow Hartshorn age nine years. Willow said “The Park is great, it’s taken a lot of effort but was worth it. Everything is colourful and fun to play on and everyone in the village has been there. Parents can sit on the benches and talk to each other whilst kids play and we can have picnics on the grass.” Mike Snell, external affairs manager for WRG, said: “The funding for the Austerfield Jubilee Play Space which has been awarded by WREN, will create a real hub for the local community to come together. Play facilities are such an important part of building community spirit and can really help families build connections and friendships in their neighbourhood.” Instrumental in developing the project and the launch celebrations have been children, parents and grandparents, who have worked with parish councillors to contribute ideas, inspiration and effort to see the project to completion. Austerfield Parish Council would like to thank you all.
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12th Doncaster (Bawtry) Scouts Church Hall located next to the Gym Bawtry
Held on Wednesday nights 6.00pm to 7.15pm For children aged between 6 and 8 years old Held on Friday nights 6.00pm to 7.30pm. For children aged between 8 and 10½ years
NOW held on Friday nights 7.45pm to 9.15pm For children aged between 10½ and 14 years old The new term started with the Group holding an indoor street party to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee and the end of the Olympics. The children were entertained by a magician followed by traditional party food. A good time was had by all
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The Cheeky Monkey’s Playgroup at Everton Village Hall 9.00am-11.00am Fridays (term-time)
Toddler Group Gringley on the Hill Village Hall Wednesday 9.30-11am £1.50 per child (£1 per additional sibling)
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Includes: Sit down varied snack with a drink Craft and music/movement session A hot drink and a biscuit whilst watching your children play
Regular visits from professionals New members always welcome – please just drop by Any queries please contact Nicola/Tonia 01777 816241 / 07721694233
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Introducing Rev. Jim Magee the new Methodist Minister for five churches around Doncaster, Cantley, Auckley, Bawtry, Rossington and Harworth. In 1975 I left Northern Ireland to train as a church minister, first in Edinburgh, then in 1977 Manchester, from where I graduated in 1980. Whilst in Manchester Jane and I met, in 1979 we were married. My first church was in Bramley Leeds, David our first son was born in December of 1980 in St. James’ Hospital. Over the years we have lived in Kent (where our second son Peter was born in 1984); Cumbria; Norfolk; Derbyshire, and now Doncaster. My interests are music, films, books, walking in the countryside, Dr.Who, and Strictly Come Dancing. Between us Jane and I have a very wide variety of DVD’s, CD’s, and books which range from crime fiction to poetry, and of course Dr. Who memorabilia. Besides my church work and activities, I have become since August the new Chaplain to Doncaster Rovers, this is something new and very exciting, especially on match days. Since 1989, (when I moved from The Nazarene Church into The Methodist Church), I have been researching the Celtic churches and their influence on the British Isles. As part of that research I have, and continue to use in my personal devotions and also my church services, prayers, poems and reflections created in a ‘Celtic style’. I also belong to a community that seeks to deepen personal and public prayer, especially using meditation technics such as silence. Like the early church leaders, we also seek to live by a discipleship rule of life, and a daily rhythm that is a combination of prayer, bible study and practical charitable works. The last area I worked in was around former Mining Communities in Derbyshire, so coming to my new role amongst my five churches continues that link. Over these next months I hope to get to meet, and get to know many of you through my work in the churches and the communities they seek to serve in God’s Name. May Peace, Hope, and Love be our experience personally and publically through God, Creator, Friend, and Life transformer. Rev. Jim Magee
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Bawtry Town Council Newsletter October 2012
www.bawtrytowncouncil.co.uk Licensing Responses from residents have been received, with views expressed on daytime business and evening business, and these will be discussed once the inaugural meeting of Bawtry Pub Watch, Bawtry Retail Association & three members of the Town Council is convened. In order to clarify the position with regard to the power to approve or deny the granting of liquor licences this power resides with DMBC’s Licensing Committee. Bawtry’s Town Councillors merely make observations on items brought to the Town Council which are in the general interest of the town. In order to be seen to be acting responsibly the Councillors are therefore carefully monitoring the number and type of applications placed before the Council in making its observations, so that approvals granted by DMBC are kept at a level consistent with the character and culture of Bawtry business premises for the benefit of visitors and residents. Highway Issues Tickhill Road – the process (legal) has been commenced to transfer restrictions from one side of the road to the other. If things go as anticipated, parking will be allowed (with the exception of near junctions and opposite High Meadows) on the southern side (ie Masonic Hall with the footpath) with NO PARKING on the northern side (ie in front of the bird beak fencing and beyond). Further information will be provided when available. Damaged street furniture (ie lighting columns, traffic lights, seating etc) should be reported to DMBC for action. Please remember that a direct line to DMBC at Bawtry Community Library is still available for you personally to report any matters that concern you to DMBC, the highway authority or by telephoning Doncaster Council on 736000. Market Hill Pay and display parking on the market hill car park will be extended to 10pm (2200 hours) (This was the original contract signed up to some years ago) and will become effective from 1 st November, 2012. Reflective signage and new pay and display meters will be provided. Current charges will remain the same. Consideration will also be given to ‘tick-over tariff’ of a night time to be effective also from 1st November, 2012 Gainsborough Road Toilets It is likely that the cleaning of the toilets will be carried out by a Council handyman (person), commencing in September, 2012. The toilets now have monitoring equipment installed following the recent attack on the operating system. The toilets are only open between the hours of 0800 & 1730. Airport & Tunnel Tech Complaints Can we remind all residents that complaints should be referred to the telephone numbers/email addresses at the end of this newsletter, so that the complaints can be logged by the appropriate authority. The new contact email for Tunnel Tech complaints is: Amy.Ogden@bassetlaw.gov.uk
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Youth Club Although we were assured that the Youth Club will operate on a fortnightly basis, from the Methodist Church Hall, THIS APPEARS NOT TO BE HAPPENING, and this situation will be addressed. It is also being requested that, to aid operation of the facility, suitable volunteers from the community are needed. If you feel you can offer sometime in this worthwhile venture, then please initially contact George Spencer on 01302 711464 – two hours on a Friday once a fortnight is the commitment required. Volunteers are desperately needed – Can you help? Council Vacancy Kate Sleight has resigned from the Council due to other commitments, creating a vacancy. This vacancy will be filled by an election taking place in October 2012. (The election process was instigated by ten residents who called for such). Although this is quite rightly democracy at work, there will be a large financial cost for this election, from the public purse, as it will be run independently from the Police Commissioner elections in November, 2012. It is hoped that residents on the electors register or those with a business in Bawtry will make the cost of the election worthwhile. The noticeboards will give full details when available as tight schedules need to be adhered to. USEFUL NUMBERS Robin Hood Airport – to report severe aircraft noise 01302 623499. Leave name, address, tel number, time of flight, whether taking off or landing, and airline if possible Doncaster Council Main Switchboard – 01302 736000 Faulty Street Lights, DMBC, 01302 735111, quote number of lighting column Neighbourhood Team, DMBC - 01302 736000 Anti litter and dumped cars, DMBC - 01302 736050 Bawtry branch library – 01302 710858 Smell nuisance, Tunneltech, Misson – 01909 533171, or email: amy.ogden@bassetlaw.gov.uk LIST OF TOWN COUNCILLORS George Spencer (Town Mayor), 48 Queens Crescent, Bawtry, DN10 6PZ, Tel 711464, Email g.f.spencer@btinternet.com Vivienne Wilcox, (Deputy Town Mayor) 8 South Parade, Bawtry, DN10 6JH Tel 711422 Email v.m.wilcox@googlemail.com Terry Ashurst, 4 Cavendish Close, Bawtry, DN10 6SD, Tel 711759, Email terryashurst@btconnect.com Alex Calzini, The Nurseries, Gatewood Lane, Branton DN3 3PJ Tel 07970 018390 Email ziniz@thecalziniway.co.uk Jean Cox JP, Bickleigh House, 32 Doncaster Road, Bawtry, DN10 6NF, Tel 711143, Email Jean.cox@virgin.net Alan Cropley, 19 Sycamore Crescent, Bawtry DN10 6LE Tel 710873
CLERK TO THE COUNCIL Mrs J Worthington, 19 Norwood Avenue, Auckley DN9 3JA Tel 771244 Email jennifer.worthington@talktalk.net YOUR WARD COUNCILLORS ARE:
Patricia Bartlett, Tel 01302 310575, Email patricia.bartlett@doncaster.gov.uk
Barbara Hoyle, Tel 01302 742676, Email Barbara.hoyle@doncaster.gov.uk
Bob Ford, Tel 01302 743804 Email bob.ford@doncaster.gov.uk
YOUR LOCAL MP – RT HON CAROLINE FLINT Wayne Phillips, 2 Cavendish Close, Bawtry, DN10 6SD Meteor House, First Avenue, Hayfield Lane, Auckley DN9 3GA. Mike Summers, 14 Peakes Croft, Bawtry, DN10 6RJ Tel: 01302 623330, Fax 01302 775099; Tel 711651, Email summers.14@tiscali.co.uk email: flintc@parliament.uk Peter Holland, 8 Martin Lane, Bawtry, DN10 6NJ Tel 711025 Email peterholland337@btinternet.com
Les Winter, 8 High Meadow, Bawtry, DN10 6LT Tel 711714 Email Leswinter8@aol.com
Alex Wright, 149 Station Road, Bawtry, DN10 6QD Tel 710152 Email: alexwright655@gmail.com Alexander Young, 11 School Walk, Bawtry, DN10 6HP Tel 719697 Email: sandy_young@talktalk.net
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Bawtry Evangelical Free Church.
Rock and Roll Charity Night
Sounds of the 60’s – live music featuring “The Daybreakers” at Bawtry New Hall, Bawtry 6th October 2012 at 7.30pm Tickets £10pp including pie and pea supper Raffle on the night Bring your own drinks! Call Rachael for tickets – 01909 517367
We warmly welcome you to Bawtry Hall this Christmastime!
We will be open for mince pies & coffee around our roaring log fire throughout December on Thursday and Friday mornings from 10.00 am - 11.30 am. You can also book for one of our festive lunches or dinners - prices start from £16.00 pp for a 3 course meal. Bookings are for groups of 20 or more. If you are bringing a smaller group, we may be able to fit you in with another party. Ring Emma for further details on 01302 710020 or e-mail bookings@bawtryhall.co.uk
Harvest Celebration Services for all the family “Born Hungry” Looking at the country of Uganda and how we can to break the cycle of hunger this harvest time. Sunday 7th October 10.30am at St Nicholas Church, Bawtry Sunday 14th October 11am at St John the Baptist, Misson Both Services followed by Harvest Lunch Sunday 21st October 11.15am Family Service at St Helena’s Church Austerfield 42 | BAWTRY TODAY
We will be having a concert with Philippa Hanna on 20th October in the Command Room at Bawtry Hall 7.30pm tickets £5. Philippa Hanna is an international Christian singer based in Sheffield and this will be part of her coffee shop tour.
Cleaner Required
For Bawtry New Hall 7-9am Mon—Fri 10hrs per week £7 per hour Floor Buffing & general cleaning Applications in writing to Mrs P Walker 137 Station Road, Bawtry, DN10 6QD 01302 710489
St Nicholas and St Helena Black Tie Dinner and Dance Friday October 19th Crown Hotel Bawtry 7.30 for 8pm Bar until 1 am Tickets available from the vicarage Tel 710298 or from Ian & Helen 719759 Tickets £40 per head. All funds raised in aid of St Nicholas and St Helena
Keep Searching…...
Are you looking for the meaning of life ? Are you wanting to find out about the Christian faith? The Alpha course is open to everyone interested in discovering what Christianity is about. Come, relax, eat, share your thoughts and explore the meaning of life. The course starts in Bawtry on Thursday 18th October. Each evening includes a meal, a dvd talk and a discussion in the relaxed atmosphere. Call Paul on 719727 or The Vicarage, 710298.
Bawtry Methodist Church
FASHION SHOW BY E W M TUESDAY 9TH OCTOBER 7.00pm £4. 00 INC. REFRESHMENTS
Bawtry Methodist Church
Coffee Morning & Cake Stall
Saturday 6th Oct 10 - 11.30am Cake stall, bring and buy Everyone Welcome
NEW Bawtry Womens Institute. There will be an "interest" meeting run by the South Yorkshire Federation of Womens' Institutes on Wed 19th Sept in the New Hall, Bawtry at 7.00pm, to assess the interest in setting up/joining a new WI based in Bawtry. The WI has lots to offer women of all ages. Why not come along & see for yourself. All welcome! For more information telephone 01302 325829.
Voglia d’Italia (the Italian Society for South Yorks and North Notts) presents: “A Geological Outline of Italy”. Bill Grayson, formerly a scientist for British Coal, explains the complex, hidden geology of Italy. Friday 5th October 2012 7.45pm, Tickhill Pavilion, Tickhill, DN11 9QN Admission: £3 non-members Further information: 01909 481136
PACT meeting Tickhill/Bawtry/Villages 6pm Tuesday 9th October 2012 Tithes Lane, Tickhill
St Nic’s Nipper’s
1st Thursday each month 1.30-3.15pm in St Nicholas Church Hall, Bawtry.
Pre-school fun for babies, tots & their carers
Starting in the Church for a story and singing then into the hall for play, crafts, chat and a cuppa. Next meeting 4th Oct & 2nd November Contact Linda on 711457 or just turn up
The Retford Group of The Ramblers Association continue their Programme through October and into December with Sunday walks in Nottinghamshire and more locally around Retford. None members are invited to come along for a taster day or two, before deciding whether or not to join. The Group meet in the Chapelgate Car Park usually at 9.30am for car-sharing if needed. Please feel free to contact us for more information Tel: 01777 838763 email retford.ramblers1@btinternet.com
For families, faith, food and fun Tuesday 16th Oct An afternoon for children and families for crafts, activities, discussions, a 15min service in church & simple tea together. All 4pm until 6pm St Nicholas Church Hall, Bawtry Contact Jackie on 710298 for more details ‘Today Publications’ Magazines are created and published by local people, for local people, supporting local business. This Booklet has been compiled and published by Today Publications Ltd who are the owners of the copyright. This booklet, publication, images and all content information remain the copyright of the publisher and must not be copied, scanned or reproduced in any way or stored in any retrieval system of any nature without the written permission of the publisher. All information in this booklet is published in good faith and, whilst all reasonable care is taken to ensure the accuracy of information included in this booklet, we take no responsibility for the accuracy of statements, content or omissions within the advertisements or for the loss arising from non-publication of any detail or advertisement. Printed by Warwick Printing Company Limited, Caswell Road,
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Services
USEFUL NUMBERS
Police Station (non urgent) Electricity - Emergency Gas - Emergency Yorkshire Water BT Faultline Floodline Bawtry Sub Post Office Bawtry New Hall Tickhill Parish Room Austerfield Parish Council Bawtry Town Council
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Travel
Bus Enquires National Rail Enquiries Robin Hood Airport (noise line) Bawtry Private Hire
01709 515151 08457 484950 01302 623499 01302 752300
NHS Direct DRI Bawtry & Blyth Medical
0845 46 47 01302 366666 01302 710210 01302 710326 01427 890206 01302 710658 01302 711655
Health
The Mayflower Medical Practice
Misterton Group Practice Bawtry Dental Practice Jenny Hudson & Associates
Churches
St Nicholas Church, Bawtry 01302 710298 St Helena's Church, Austerfield 01302 710298 Bawtry Evangelical Free Church 01302 719911 Bawtry Methodist Church 01302 536197
Schools, Nurseries etc
Bawtry Mayflower Primary Hayfield Secondary School Misson Primary School Seesaw Playgroup Tots in Tune
01302 710721 01302 770589 01302 710580 01302 771699 01302 539565
Bawtry Martial Arts Club Tickhill & Bawtry Probus Tickhill & Dist. Lions Club Voglia d’Italia Yorkshire Countrywomen
01427 615368 01302 746272 01302 742843 01909 481136 01302 742729
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