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OUR 200TH ISSUE

Trentside Links A free community magazine March 2018 Issue 200

Trentside Links www.trentsidelinks.org MAGAZINE Editorial Sue Oliver - 01427 718837 editor@trentsidelinks.org

Newton on Trent Book Club ��04 Highlighting social events for residents

Bransby Horses ��06 Rescued horses need your support

Distribution Emma Barratt - 01427 718985

Sharon Crafts ��07

Website & advertising Jon Oliver - 01427 718837

Open Gardens ��12

DISTRIBUTORS

Animal House Zoo ��13

Brampton Richard Farley Drinsey Nook Paul Barratt Fenton (1) Chris East Fenton (2) Sue Eyton-Williams Gate Burton Pat Hammond Kettlethorpe Anne Harris Knaith Rosemary Burke Laughterton (1) Bob Watkinson Laughterton (2) Simon Clarke Laughterton (3) Amy Willis Marton (1) Helen Gee Marton (2) Sandra Moody Newton on Trent (1) Gill Kyme Newton on Trent (2) Colin Kyme Park Farm Paul Barratt Stow Park Geoff Lloyd Thorney Dawn Collins Torksey Elizabeth Rose Torksey (The Elms) Rob Prentice Torksey Lock Sue Eyton-Williams Torksey Lock Keith Oldfield (Little London Park) Something to say? Do you have something to say, something you’d like to share with the community? Then send your comments to the editor (contact details at top of the page). Disclaimer The contents and any opinions expressed herein do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of Trentside Links and remain solely those of the author(s). We accept no responsibility or liability for the contents of this magazine, including advertisements.

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Local Workshops in the Trentside region

Local residents open their garden for charity

A new venture offers all creatures great and small!

Old Fenton Records ��18 The recent discovery of records dating back to 1803

Community Noticeboards �� 09, 15, 21 Events and contacts in the local area

Church Services ��22 Information on services and clergy in the local area

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Newton on Trent Community Update

raised are to cover overheads and cost of materials etc. Our community committee are doing a fantastic job in keeping events running by giving up their time to help and

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support in running them. Even if you cannot commit to helping regularly it doesn't matter, any help is gratefully received. We are still actively looking for people to help with the running of the toddler group on a Tuesday afternoon as Zoe, the volunteer who regularly runs the group, cannot commit every week due to a change of We've had another busy couple of months,

on 15th February and was another success!

with new members joining the committee

This is a chance for the community to get

and new ideas for events being suggested.

together and socialise over soup lunch with

During half term, a rock painting activity was

gateaux and coffee for dessert. Members

held for the children to hone their artistic

of the community that have attended this

and creative skills, but more importantly

already have said it's a great way to meet

to have loads of fun! The added twist to

new faces (and some old ones) and have a

this though was that all the rocks that had

natter over a nice lunch. Really enjoyable

been painted were then hidden around the

and have it marked on their calendars, every

village and the challenge was set to go on a

third Thursday in St Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s church (apart

hunt and find them. Once you had found a

from the March one as this will be held on

stone, you had to then re-hide in a different

March 29th).

place. Some of the rocks even ended up in Laughterton! The event was so well received

Our regular events of the coffee morning,

on our Facebook page that we'll certainly be

social evening and toddler group are still

doing this again and will be a 'legacy of our

being well attended, but as always we still

fun for 2018'.

need more people to come and enjoy our events and possibly help out. All of our

Our second soup and roll lunch was held

events are volunteer run and any monies

working hours. If you or you know someone who can spare some time on a Tuesday afternoon between 1.30pm and 3pm, then please do get in touch. As for up-and-coming events, we do have an Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday 31st March, meeting at the park in Newton at 1.30pm. Tickets do need to be purchased in advance from the shop at ÂŁ1 per child. Hope to see you there! Community

about

people

and

the more we get involved the better. Please come along to one of our events soon! If you would like to know more, please check out our Facebook page @ newtonontrentcommunitypages or call Scott on 01777 228244.

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Knaith Snowdrop Walk Over 400 people came through the gates for the annual snowdrop walk at Knaith Hall. They walked, admired the snowdrops and aconites (still giving a good show), visited the church and sampled some tea and an excellent array of cakes. Over £1800 was raised on the day. Thankyou to everyone for their support. John & Rosie Burke

with them as these are the only two I haven’t

chosen as they were the ones which most

been able to find since we had the first re-

appealed from the selection at the village

union 25 years ago. If anyone knows of their

post office! The location of the meeting

whereabouts I can be contacted by phone

varies as currently each member takes it in

on 01427 788332 or email dorothy.wain@

turn to host the meeting. The subsequent

mypostoffice.co.uk.

books being suggested authors that group members have previously read and enjoyed.

Thankyou

The group is currently all female members,

Dorothy Wain (née Spurr)

with a spread of ages and interests. Not a

Newton on Trent Book Club

single one of us would claim to be a literature expert. We all share a love of reading and have reached a point of wanting to explore different styles of book and talk about the

Knaith

experience of reading them. Even as a small

Sturton by Stow Secondary School

book group, there's always been plenty to

I’m arranging a reunion of the pupils that

ahead rather than running out of things to

went to Sturton By Stow Secondary Modern

talk about.

discuss and we've suddenly realised it's time to head home due to busy working days

School which opened in 1950 and closed in

Did you know that as of September 2017,

the early 60s. I’m looking for two pupils that

Newton on Trent has a book club? We hold

Our most recent read was Debbie

went through the classes with myself, Keith

a monthly evening meeting to discuss a

Macomber, Merry and Bright. This is a brand-

Drury, Arthur Melless and Joyce Ormand (to

previously-agreed book. To date we have

new publication released in early December

name some of us) in the years 1954 to 1958.

read: Little Girl Lost by Barbie Probert-

2017. It was advertised as a specific Christmas

Wright; Jodi Piccoult's House Rules; Maggie

read. We selected this one because we

I am looking for Alan Taylor who lived at

O Farrell, This Must Be the Place, and most

wanted a light read during what can be a

11B High Street, Newton on Trent and

recently Debbie Macomber, Merry and

busy, hectic time with little opportunity for

Catherine Beck who lived at The White

Bright.

an indulgence such as reading. It has to be

Swan at Torksey, they will both be 75 or

said, we were a little surprised at just how

coming up to it this year and I would be very

Our methods of book selection are

light it was, there certainly were not many

grateful to anyone who can put me in touch

unconventional, the first two books being

pages. The story itself was a fairly predictable romance based upon complicated office

MATHS, ENGLISH AND SCIENCE

relationships and online dating. However, don't take that as a criticism, we all finished it, which in our opinion is an important sign, it

One-to-one support in

was perfect for December with its feel-good

a calm, friendly atmosphere.

finish. Sometimes you just need a nice story!

Improve your child’s confidence and achievement.

Our next read is Diane Chamberlain, Breaking the Silence. Please make contact

CALL MAX ON 01427 718813 maxrensler1@waitrose.com

with us if you'd be interested in joining our meetings and sharing our discussions.

'NADFAS' Gainsborough and District Decorative and Fine Arts Society The next meeting of the Society is on March 1st 2018. Dr Twigs Way will speak on ‘Gertrude Jekyll: Artist and Gardener’ Always at 1.45pm in the Trinity Arts Centre, Gainsborough (01427 676655) on the first Thursday of the month (ex Jan, July and August). For Membership call 01427 788550. Visitors are very welcome for £7 entrance. Further info from Chair: Susan Hollingworth 07880 500762 . A light lunch is bookable from 12 midday with Cook’s Catering on 01469 532020 (phone after 6pm) by the preceding Monday please!

Tribal Rugs: Treasures of the Black Tent

and dowry bags, with particular emphasis on those of the 19th century and earlier.

Brian MacDonald, visiting lecturer to the re-

These tribal weavings illustrate the skill

branded ‘Fine Arts Society Gainsborough

of the women who produced exquisite

and District’ for the February meeting at

works of woven art, using vegetable

the Trinity Centre, is one of few western

colours and age-old designs whilst living

dealers to have lived and worked among

and travelling in primitive conditions and

tribal groups in remote areas of Iran and

hostile landscapes. The tribal weavings of

Afghanistan during the 1970s and then

the 19th century and earlier represent the

again, after the Iranian Revolution, in the

pinnacle of achievement and wonderful free

1990s. In 1990 he was elected a Fellow of

expression of the art of the weaver. Today,

the Royal Geographical Society for his work

these weavings are highly desirable and

amongst the Persian tribes

collectable works of woven art.

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He took members on a journey beginning in Outer Mongolia in the 5th century BC and following the 11th century migrations from Turkmenistan, the cradle of weaving, into the Caucasus, Persia and Afghanistan. He introduced the nomadic tribes of these

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countries and their woven rugs, carpets

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News from Bransby Horses

Which Two Days of the Week Start with ‘C’?

and rehome equines in need. Garden Design Competition to Celebrate Charity’s 50th Anniversary Year Do you fancy trying your hand at designing a stunning garden? Then why not enter the Bransby Horses 50th Anniversary Garden Bransby Horses Crowned ‘Hidden Gem’ by Visit England Bransby Horses is delighted to announce the charity has been awarded the Visit England ‘Hidden Gem’ 2017 Award for the East Midlands region. The Visit England awards are designed to celebrate excellence within the visitor attraction sector by showcasing businesses and organisations in the quality scheme that go the extra mile to provide a high quality day out. This is a tremendous achievement for Bransby Horses and another success for the charity during its 50th Anniversary year. Just eight miles from Lincoln, Bransby Horses has a gift shop, café, play park and picnic area for visitors to enjoy. There are more than 400 rescued horses, ponies, donkeys and mules for people of all ages to meet and learn about. Bransby Horses is open seven days a week from 10am – 4pm. Admission is free but donations are gratefully received. Bransby Horses would like to thank supporters for their continued support over the years, as without public donations and gifts in wills, the charity would not be able

to continue working to rescue, rehabilitate

Design Competition? Supported by Adam Frost of BBC Gardeners’ World, the competition is open to all amateur gardeners aged 18 years and over and the winning design will be created at the charity’s 600-acre site in Lincolnshire. This is your chance to design a 12m x 12m garden to help celebrate 50 years of the charity’s dedicated equine rescue and welfare work; the winning garden will be officially opened by Adam Frost on Wednesday 27th June 2018. To enter the competition please download an application pack from the 50th Anniversary page at www.bransbyhorses. co.uk. There is a suggested donation of £10 per entry which goes directly to the 430 horses, donkeys and mules in the charity’s care. The closing date for entries is Monday 2nd April 2018. The creation of a 50th Anniversary Garden is one of many planned events by the charity to celebrate its 50th Anniversary; to find out more about please visit www. bransbyhorses.co.uk. For further information please contact Bransby Horses on 01427 788464 or visit www.bransbyhorses.co.uk.

Why? Croquet Tuesday and Croquet Saturday! Those are the days that Torksey and District Croquet Club play on the village green. They have a portable clubhouse, which is raised for league games and special events. The club is part of the East Midlands Federation and currently rests half way in its division. However, it rates number 1 in the ‘refreshments table’ when playing at home. Some members also play in open competitions – but the majority play for the fun of the game, including the club’s internal shield competition which is played through the season. Although there is an official season (late April to September), this club plays throughout the year, weather permitting. As well as the opening and closing meetings for the season there is an active social life where members meet up regularly for drinks and food – in particular the last two years has seen the club organise a local mulled wine/mince pie event with a local choral group leading the carol singing and raising funds for local charities. So why not come along at 2pm on a Tuesday or Saturday to Torksey village green (hidden behind the Hume pub) to join in the fun – no experience needed; equipment provided. See you there!

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Sharon Crafts Sharon is a local crafts artist pursuing her passion for teaching and introducing others to her love of crafts. She relocated to Lincolnshire in 2017 having been teaching in the East Riding of Yorkshire for three years prior to moving. She felt this was a life-

beautiful fragrances; Bath Bomb Making,

10th April

changing move and the perfect opportunity

learning the art of making that perfect

Children’s Slime-Making Workshop £10

to expand her small craft enterprise, Pink

bath bomb with beautiful and fragrant

17th April 10-1pm

Blossom Crafts, and repertoire of classes

essential oils; and not to mention stunning

Felt Flower Wreaths £26

she has on offer. Equally, moving to a more

Springtime Felt Flower Wreaths that make

23rd April 6.30-8.30pm Bath Bomb-Making

rural location has provided the option of

a beautiful statement piece. She has a new

Workshop £25

working in various locations and the ability

Soap Making workshop launching in May,

5th May 10.30-2.30pm

of reaching smaller communities.

where you will learn how to make lovely

Candle Making with Afternoon Tea £59

natural soaps in your desired colours and

26th May 9.30-12.30pm

Sharon likes to work in local villages,

scents. This is all on top of her ongoing four-

Felt Flower Wreaths £26

preferring to use village halls and other

week craft workshops where you will get to

26th May 1.30-3.30pm

community venues where possible. She

try an array of other crafts over four separate

Bath Bomb-Making Workshop £25

feels this allows her workshops to reach

sessions and her ever-so-popular children’s

26th May 3.45-4.45pm

new people and offer something different

workshops of slime making and dream

Children’s Slime-Making Workshop £10

in places that wouldn’t normally have

catchers.

23rd June 1pm Button Craft image in a frame £26

such classes. She feels that it gives a little something back by using these lovely

Current classes are run in Gainsborough,

venues that are often the heart of the

Lea, Saxilby and Lincoln. Classes run

Please contact me to make a booking, for

community.

daytimes, evenings and weekends, giving

more information, or send an email to be

the opportunity for a time to suit you.

added to the mailing list of all new workshop dates.

So what might these classes be you may ask? Well, the answer includes an array

All classes are hosted in a fun and friendly

of unique classes not offered locally. Her

environment where you can meet people

Email pinkblossomcrafts@gmail.com

current creative craft workshops include

while learning a new and exciting skill,

Sharon –07818 793810

Candle Making, where you will learn how to

before taking all your handmade crafts

Facebook @ PinkBlossomCraftWorkshops

make container candles with soy wax and

home. Classes are suitable for all crafting abilities, where Sharon hopes to share her skills and knowledge with you. Adult classes are open to all and I’m advised the recent attendees have been between 16-89 years, so they are really open to all! 4th April 10-1pm Button Craft image in a frame £26 5th April Children’s Slime-Making Workshop £10

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News from Collingham Medical Centre's Patient Participation Group - March 2018 Collingham Medical Centre's (CMC) Patient

this can be improved on?

Participation Group (PPG) is a team of 16

There will be a monthly poster on village

patients working in partnership with the

notice boards and in the CMC letting you

CMC. Our four main aims are:

know what we are currently working on .

•

to support initiatives designed to

A quarterly update will appear in village

continuously improve services and

magazines; Newsletters can be picked up in

quality of care for patients.

the CMC at the Collingham Pharmacy or at

to foster improved communication

your local post office. For those of you with

between the CMC and its patients.

the facility you can access the newsletter on

to provide practical support for the

the CMC website collinghammedicalcentre.

CMC and its patients and help to

co.uk where you can also sign up to have the

develop and implement change.

newsletter emailed to you.

• •

•

to help patients to understand how they can best take more responsibility

We hope that many of you will have read the

for their own health.

CMC’s Winter Newsletter, which contains information about the clinical team, their

Our role as patient advocates includes

roles, services that are available and an

helping the CMC to reach as many

update on how the CMC is doing. An item of

patients as possible with news about the

particular interest in this issue is a description

achievements and the positive changes

of the Patient Care Advisor (PCA) role. These

that are being made, as well as supporting

are the CMC members of staff that you would

service improvement ideas from the CMC’s

formerly have known as the receptionist

patients.

or administrators. This enhanced role is an example of the improvements being

We have been working on the best way to

made and the article briefly explains why

get relevant news out to as many patients

the Patient Care Advisors will ask some

as possible. The following methods are

questions about why you need to make an

currently being used. Can you suggest how

appointment. The spring newsletter will be

available soon, make sure that you get your copy and keep up-to-date with the latest CMC news This is our NHS and our medical centre. Giving your views on how it is run is vital if we want to make it the best that it can be. We need your feedback. One way of doing this is to complete the 'Friends and Family Test' form (FFT). PPG members have been available in the CMC waiting room to help explain to patients how it works. It is a simple form to complete, and lets the CMC know how you felt your appointment went and gives you the opportunity to express your views on the service in general. You can do this anonymously, or you can give your details if you would like a response. The forms are on the counter and will soon be alongside the electronic check-in, but please ask the PCA for one if you can't see them. Just drop the completed form into the red postbox on the surgery wall on your way out. They can also be completed online via the CMC website after your visit. Collingham Village Care drivers will have them in their cars and will be happy to drop them back into the CMC on your behalf. In January 88 FFT forms were completed, of these, 83% of patients said that they were 'likely' or 'extremely likely' to recommend the CMC. In addition, 17% of patients were either 'neither likely nor unlikely' or 'unlikely' to recommend the CMC. The comments made on the forms are being reviewed by the CMC which will lead to an action plan being developed to deliver on the improvements. This action plan will

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parish council contacts Brampton Mr Jim Townend, Secretary Hermitage House, Brampton Lincs, LN1 2EG Tel: 01427 718006 jim.townend@indriel.com Fenton & Torksey Lock Miss Ruth Keillar, Clerk Tel: 01522 811730 Kettlethorpe & Laughterton Mr R Gee, Clerk 2 Swynford Close, Laughterton Lincs, LN1 2LG Tel: 01427 717868 Knaith Mrs Ella Coulson, Clerk 47 Willingham Road, Knaith Park Gainsborough, DN21 5ES Tel: 07871 969655 ella.cinders@hotmail.com Marton and Gate Burton Mrs Gillian Martin, Clerk 6 Mount Pleasant Close, Marton, Gainsborough, Lincs, DN21 5AE Tel: 01427 718377 Newton on Trent Mr R Pilgrim, Clerk 2 Cedar Close, The Elms, Torksey, Lincs, LN1 2NH Tel: 01427 718388 Thorney Mrs Anna Dennison, Clerk Arden , Main Street, Thorney, Newark, Notts NG23 7BS Tel: 01522 702748 Torksey Mr R Pilgrim, Clerk 2 Cedar Close, The Elms, Torksey, Lincs, LN1 2NH Tel: 01427 718388

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noticeboard

Kettlethorpe Village Hall Available for Hire

Marton & Gate Burton Village Hall for Hire

Fully Equipped Kitchen, Seating, Crockery & Cutlery for 80

Holds up to 100 Cost £11 per hour or £8 to villagers

Also Children’s Tables & Chairs Centrally Heated Disabled Access & Toilets

To book contact Lorraine on 01427 718422

Brochure available from Ann Close 01427 718517 Enquiries and Bookings: Sharon Wilcox Phone: 01427718637 Mobile: 07813564319 sharon.wilcox@yahoo.co.uk

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Millfield Golf Club

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Gainsborough - Long Wood Road Corringham Road Industrial Estate Gainsborough, Lincolnshire, DN21 1QB

Carer and Toddler Group

Monday

9.00am - 4.00pm

St Peter’s Church Newton on Trent Every Tuesday in school term-time 1-30pm until 2-30pm

Tuesday Closed

First visit free. £1.50 per family thereafter to include tea/coffee and biscuits for the carer and snacks for the toddlers

Friday

9.00am - 4.00pm

Saturday

9.00am - 4.00pm

Sunday

9.00am - 4.00pm

Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed

Both sites closed: Christmas Day,

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be posted up in the CMC soon, which will enable you to monitor progress made on the planâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s implementation. If you wish to influence the development of the patient services within the CMC, please help us to help you by completing and returning the FFT forms. Good news came from the Care Quality Commission (CQC) report in February Our Practice has been rated 'Good' in all areas, including improvement in appointment availability. This has been helped by the additions made to the clinical team plus longer clinics which have helped to remove delays in access to appointments. Another significant improvement has been

that you can help make a difference and

A member of the village who has

help to ensure that more appointments are

contributed to the community and the

available to those in need. You can contact

village over the years is normally asked to

the Patient Participation Group (PPG) direct

cut the cake. The chairman usually keeps

.Our email address is: collinghamppg@

the person in question a secret until the

gmail.com.

very last moment. This year members of

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the committee took matters into their This is not for specific individual complaints

own hands and turned the tables on the

or issues. These still need to be dealt with by

chairman (David Smith) and asked him to

the CMC. However, for the PPG to be truly

cut the cake.

representative of CMC patients we need to hear your views on and ideas for service

Thank you to all who attended. Once again

improvement, including how you think

a very good village and community event.

patients may also help to support the CMC. (For more information about PPGs please go to (http://www.napp.org.uk )

Over 60s Party

the recruitment and internal development

Chris Durning

Kettlethorpe and Laughterton Parish Council

of the Nurse Practitioners who are qualified

The council are currently arranging a

to diagnose and treat acute and longterm

programme of fundraising events starting

clinical conditions. These are Independent

later this year. We are hoping to include all

Prescribing Clinical Practitioners and are

age groups and do hope that you will come

able to offer largely the same service as a GP.

and have some fun.

A GP and independent Clinical Practitioner are available every day at the CMC and

Marton & Gate Burton Over 60s Party was

Watch this space for the full programme in

consult with each other where options for

held on 13th January 2018. Over sixty people

the next edition.

clinical intervention may be available.

attended, entertainment was provided by Gainsborough Strummers (a ukulele group)

The PPG is also looking at ways to reduce

and a singer, Lance. A good time was had by

further the current rates of 'Did Not

all.

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Attends' (DNAs). These are appointments made by patients who do not then attend the appointment. In January the 'DNAs' amounted to 24.5 hours of nurse time and 11.5 hours of doctor time. These appointments could have been made available to someone else. If you are unable to attend your appointment let the Patient Care Advisor know as soon as possible. By giving at least 24 hrs notice if you are unable to attend your appointment is one way

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Fenton’s Most Secret Garden Opens for Charity There’s a tiny courtyard oasis hidden behind

people are affected by nystagmus.

an old brick wall at the back of a barn, right in

Sue and Tim have supported the charity

the heart of Fenton. Very few

as members since their

people, apart from friends

daughter was diagnosed

and family, ever get to enjoy

with nystagmus in 1991,

it.

during the first few weeks of

That will all change on

her life. Like so many other

Sunday 24 June when owners Sue and Tim

families, they had never heard of nystagmus

Ricketts throw open their garden gate to the

before.

public to fundraise for UK registered charity,

The

the Nystagmus Network. There will be tea

support and information to families, raises

and cakes, a book stall, craft table, bric-a-

awareness of the condition through an

brac and plants for sale. Please see advert for

annual awareness day on 20 June and

details.

funds research into better diagnostics and

Nystagmus is a form of vision impairment,

treatments to improve quality of life.

Nystagmus

Network

provides

characterised by uncontrolled movements

sue.ricketts@nystagmusnet.org or see the

of the eyes. It affects a person’s ability to

Sue is the charity’s Executive Information

charity’s website:

see and focus, to recognise faces and judge

and Development Manager. For more

www.nystagmusnetwork.org.

depth and distance. At least 1 in 1,000

information, please contact her by email:

Nystagmus in the open Garden Open Day The Barn, The Old Stack Yard, Fenton LN1 2BW

Sunday 24 June

Charity number 803440

11am to 4pm

Entry £3 per person

cakes crafts plants books

Children free

Sorry, no dogs

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Trentside Links A free community magazine At Animal House Zoo we provide animal encounters in a safe and professional manner, we educate our future generations on the welfare and conservation of our animals, we house animals in accordance with the Five Freedoms listed on the Animal My name is Rachel and I am the founder and owner of Animal House Zoo. It has been a lifelong passion of mine to work with animals. At university I studied Animal Health and

Welfare

where

obtained my Foundation Degree.

then

went

on to study Animal and Wildlife Management where I was awarded my Bachelor of Science Honours Degree. After volunteering for a number of animal charities and companies I felt it was the right time to establish my own business doing something that I’m passionate about.

Welfare Act 2007, and we are fully licensed, insured, DBS checked and hold a DEFRA & APHA Approved Animal Transport Licence.

Alto - Barn Owl Scientific Name: Tyto alba alba

Animal House Zoo is a mobile zoo that brings amazing animal

Class: Bird - Favourite Food: Small rats Fun Fact: “Barn owls have lop-sided

encounters to you! Our

ears, one ear being lower than the

aim is to provide people

other. This is so that they can pinpoint

of all ages with fun,

their prey exactly even if they cannot

interesting and educational

see it because of long grass”

information about a wide range of animals, but that’s not all!

Animals include mammals, reptiles, insects,

As well as learning about these fascinating

birds and gastropods. For a full list of animals

creatures you’ll get the opportunity to

and more information about what we do,

handle and pet them too.

visit our website at www.animalhousezoo. co.uk, find us on Facebook at www.

We accommodate for schools, birthday

facebook.com/animalhousezoo

parties, children’s clubs, care homes, fun

Rachel on 07491 774 424.

call

days, galas, and the list goes on!

Meet some of our animals! Our Skinny Pig called Pumpkin Scientific Name: Cavia porcellus Tango - Bearded Dragon Scientific Name: Pogona vitticeps Class: Reptile Favourite Food: Locusts

Spear - Lesser Tenrec Scientific Name: Echinops telfairi

Sydney our Firefly Ball Python

Class: Mammal

Scientific Name: Python regius

Rachel Brownett Animal House Zoo T: 07491 774 424

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St George’s Day Celebration Walk and Afternoon Tea at Gate Burton Hall Sunday April 22 from 2pm to 5pm (By kind permission of Mr & Mrs AD Morris) Children from Lea School will re-enact the legend of St. George and the Dragon at 3pm followed by the choir. Tea will be served throughout the afternoon on the loggia of the hall. Entrance £2.50 (children free) all proceeds to St. Helen’s Church Car parking via the north entrance off the A156

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gainsborough organ society

The Weston Rooms, Hickman St Gainsborough, DN21 2DZ

Thursday 29 MARCH 7.30pm Pete Shaw

Thursday 26 APRIL 7.30pm Ian House

Thursday 31 MAY 7.30pm Chris Powell

Licenced bar available at all events and free car parking opposite the rooms. For more information contact Mr Peter Naulls on 01427 615265

COLLINGHAM PHARMACY YOUR local pharmacy dispensing NHS, private and veterinary prescriptions. Offering a wide range of medicines, vitamins, toiletries, pet medicines and seasonal gifts.

NHS services include:

Medicine use review

Morning-after pill

Blood pressure measurement

Minor ailments scheme

High Street, Collingham, Newark, NG23 7LB Tel: 01636 893038 email: collingham.pharmacy@nhs.net

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Old Fenton Records In the recently discovered old parish books dating back to 1803 there are some 270 pages such as the one shown that have been photographed. If anyone is interested in helping in an attempt to transcribe these records, please get in touch with Fenton & Torksey Lock Parish Council. Contact details are on page 9.

GET IN TOUCH! Please send your articles and notices for future issues of the magazine to the editor at: editor@trentsidelinks.org or call 01427 718837

YOUR LOCAL BOWLS CLUB - MARTON & GATE BURTON BOWLS CLUB (Trent Port Road, near Marton Church)

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Join us for a friendly game of bowls and keep fit in 2018 IF YOU WANT TO PLAY FOR THE FIRST TIME OR WOULD LIKE TO RESTART YOUR BOWLING CAREER, WE WILL BE PLEASED TO SEE YOU. JOIN US ON ANY THURSDAY AT 2pm [April to September] FOR A FRIENDLY GAME.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT MIKE 01427 717087 or BARRY 01427 788911

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what’s on in torksey Group

Day

Time

Place

Contact

Torksey Gardeners

1st Wednesday of the month

11.30am Torksey Tea Room

Christina 01427 718539

Torksey Craft Group

2nd Wednesday of the month

2pm

Torksey Tea Room

Margaret 01427 717110

Torksey Book Club

3rd Tuesday of the month

11am

Torksey Tea Room

Joyce 01427 717686

Torksey History Group

3rd Wednesday of the month

2pm

Torksey Tea Room

Ray 01427 717435

Croquet Club

Tuesday & Saturday afternoons

1.30pm

Torksey village green Joe 01427 717846

Walking Group

Call for details

10.30am Elms top car park

Anne 01427 717492

what’s ON at village hall marton Day

Group

Time

Contact

Monday

Youth Club

4pm

Elaine 07702 830633 or Gareth 07584 027742

Monday

Line Dancing

7.30pm

Christine or Richard 01427 617205

Monday

Indoor Bowls

2pm

Di or Jon 01427 718304

Monday

Arts Class*

2pm

Joyce 01427 717686 or David 01427 718854

2nd Monday of the month

Village Hall

7.30pm

David 01427 718275 or Rachael 07783 659745

Committee Meeting* Tuesday

Puppy Classes**

6.30pm

Cassie or Sandra 07947 916287 or 01427 718269

1st Tuesday of the month

Parish Council

7pm

Steve 01427 718793 or Gill 01427 718377

Meeting * Wednesday

Yoga

10am

Chris 01427 718558

3rd Wednesday of the month

Women’s Institute

7.30pm

M Scott 01427 718844

Wednesday

Arts Class*

2pm

Arnold 01427 718534

Thursday

Mother & Toddlers

9am

Gemma 01427 717778

Thursday

Junior Dog Training** 6.30pm

Cassie or Sandra 07947 916287 or 01427 718269

Adult Dog Training** 7.30pm 1st Friday of the month

Marton Grub Club

12.30pm

Chris 01427 718558 or Lorraine 01427 718422

Sunday

Dog Training

9.30am

Irene 01427 611535

* Indicates held in committee room ** You will need to book 21

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Torksey & Newton Church Services For information concerning church services at Torksey and Newton please ring the individual church wardens as follows: TORKSEY Mrs Elizabeth Rose 01427 719027 NEWTON ON TRENT Mrs Kay Minnitt 01777 228777 Mr Mike Price 01777 228437

St Peter’s Church Torksey “Bring a Tin Sunday” every 4th Sunday in the month. The tins and packets will go to Gainsborough Salvation Army and Lincoln Community Larder.

WE CAN HELP

Kettlethorpe United Charities has funds to help people in need who live in Fenton, Kettlethorpe or Laughterton.

community noticeboard St Helen’s, Thorney with Wigsley Church and Community News Don’t forget our coffee mornings to coincide with the library van, every four weeks on Wednesdays. Our Christmas party special in December was a big success, with lots of fun and presents going home with everyone. The mince pies and non-alcoholic mulled wine went down well, as well as the usual biscuits, tea and coffee. Coming up: 11th April - Church is open from 10.30 to 12 noon and the library van visits from about 11.15am. We have a raffle and ask for donations towards tea/coffee. It will be good to see you! Money collected goes towards improving facilities in church. Church is open for quiet reflection every Wednesday from 2.30 to 4pm. Cards to write on and candles to light are available close to the entrance. Church is open for quiet reflection every Wednesday from 2.30 to 4pm. Pastoral enquiries: Rev Mandy Cartwright t: 01636 361657 e: revdmand@hotmail.com All other enquiries including baptisms and weddings to: East Trent Group Administrator: Mrs Christine Hasman t: 01636 679105 e: admin@easttrentchurches.org.uk

Stuck for transport? Why not register with the T H &W - Voluntary Car Scheme (serving the villages of Thorney, Harby and Wigsley with Spalford and N & S Clifton) We provide a community transport service to enable adult residents of all ages to

Apply in confidence to see if you are eligible by contacting one of the Trustees:

access health-related services, shopping amenities, leisure & social activities during

Mrs Sharon Mosedale 01427 718 538 Mrs Anne Wingham 01427 717 545 Mrs Rosalie Fowler 07989 450 309

For information & to register contact Scheme Co-ordinator:

the day or evenings. Trips are charged at 45p per mile & must be booked in advance.

Clare Welfare: Tel/Text: 07717 178800 Email: thwvcs@gmail.com If you would like more information about becoming a volunteer driver it would be great to hear from you too.

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Lincoln ● Saxilby with connections to Gainsborough 106 SSH

106 SD

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Lincoln City Bus Station Saxilby High Street arrive

0740 0740 0910 1110 1310 1735 0753 0753 0924 1124 1324 1750

Saxilby High Street depart Newton on Trent Laughterton Fenton Torksey The Elms Marton Church Sturton by Stow Stow Willingham Kexby Chapel Upton Heapham Springthorpe Corringham Queen Elizabeth School Gainsborough Bus Station

0755 -----0800 0805 0808 0811 0813 0817 0821 0825 -0837

0755 -----0800 0805 0808 0811 0813 0817 0821 0825 0840 0845

0927 0937 0940 0942 0946 0951 0956 0958 1001 1003 1005 1007 1010 1013 -1025

1127 1137 1140 1142 1146 1151 1156 1158 1201 1203 1205 1207 1210 1213 -1225

1327 1337 1340 1342 1346 1351 1356 1358 1401 1403 1405 1407 1410 1413 -1425

1753 1804 1807 1809 1813 1818 1823 1825 1828 1830 1832 1834 1837 1840 -1850

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Gainsborough Bus Station Queen Elizabeth High Sch Corringham Springthorpe Heapham Upton Kexby Corner Willingham Stow Sturton by Stow Marton Church Torksey The Elms Fenton Laughterton Newton on Trent Saxilby High Street arrive

0940 -0950 0953 0955 0957 0959 1001 1004 1007 1013 1019 1022 1025 1028 1041

1140 -1150 1153 1155 1157 1159 1201 1204 1207 1213 1219 1222 1225 1228 1241

1340 -1350 1353 1355 1357 1359 1401 1404 1407 1413 1419 1422 1425 1428 1441

1540 1545 1555 1559 1603 1607 1609 1612 1615 1618 1624 1630 1633 1636 1642 1650

1545 -1555 1559 1603 1607 1609 1612 1615 1618 1624 1630 1633 1636 1642 1650

Saxilby High Street depart Lincoln City Bus Station

1045 1245 1445 1652 1652 1100 1300 1500 1707 1707

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106 SSH

To comply with Department of Transport guidance, this service connects at Saxilby. The connection is guaranteed and passengers may stay on the vehicle.

Lincoln City Bus Station Lincoln Unity Square Lincoln Castle Academy Saxilby High Street Fenton Torksey Hume Arms Marton Church Sturton by Stow Stow Willingham Gate Burton Kexby Chapel Upton Knaith Park Knaith Lea Green Gainsborough Lea Rd Stn Gainsborough Bus Station Laughton Lane End

Gainsborough

10.30 10.42 10.50 10.51 10.53 10.56 10.59 11.01 11.04 11.07 11.12 11.22

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1730 1735 --1755 1758 1802 ---1805 ---1806 1808 1812 1818 1824

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Laughton Lane End Gainsborough Bus Station Gainsborough Lea Rd Stn Lea Green Knaith Knaith Park Upton Kexby Corner Gate Burton Willingham Stow Sturton by Stow Marton Church Torksey Hume Arms Fenton Saxilby High Street Lincoln Castle Academy Lincoln City Bus Station journey codes

-0640 0644 0648 0650 ---0651 ---0652 0658 0700 --0720

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0717 0727 0731 0735 0737 ---0738 ---0739 0745 0747 --0810

SD Schooldays CD College Days SSH Saturdays and School Holidays F Fridays MTH Monday to Thursday

For additional journeys between Gainsborough and Lincoln please see separate InterConnect 100 timetable

FREE BUS TO TESCO, GAINSBOROUGH - EVERY THURSDAY Marton Church. . . . . . . . . . . Marton (Tillbridge Lane) . . . . Sturton (Cross Roads) . . . . . . Sturton School. . . . . . . . . . . Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Willingham. . . . . . . . . . . . . Kexby Corner. . . . . . . . . . . . Upton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heapham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Springthorpe. . . . . . . . . . . . Corringham (Becket Arms). . . Arrives TESCO Gainsborough. . . . . . . . . . .

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Departs TESCO . . . . . . . . . . . Gainsborough Corringham (Becket Arms). . . . Springthorpe. . . . . . . . . . . . . Heapham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kexby Corner. . . . . . . . . . . . . Willingham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sturton (School). . . . . . . . . . . Sturton (Crossroads). . . . . . . . Marton (Tillbridge Lane) . . . . . Marton Church. . . . . . . . . . . .

13.00 13.10 13.15 13.18 13.21 13.23 13.26 13.29 14.01 14.02 14.10 14.12

FREE BUS TO TESCO, LINCOLN TO TESCO, CANWICK ROAD, LINCOLN EVERY WEDNESDAY - SERVICE T15 Departs from: The Elms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Torksey Caravan Site. . . . . . . Fenton. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laughterton . . . . . . . . . . . . Newton on Trent . . . . . . . . . Arrives TESCO Lincoln . . . . .

09.20 09.30 09.35 09.38 09.42 10.15

Departs TESCO Lincoln. . . . . 11.55

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