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SUMMER2012
In this issue:• The Diamond
Jubilee - a historical
perspective
• Village Updates
• School Page
• Stunt Show!
• East Midlands
Ambulance Service
• Jubilee Party Update
•What’s Going On?
• Church News
• Women’s Institute
• Summer
Gardening Tips
• Spotlight on Ron
& Doris Wells
• The Lincs School of
DIY for Ladies!
• Wheelie Bin
Collection Dates
• Police Page
• Health & Lifestyle
• News from the Ark
•Sport/Club News:
•Dog Training
• Cricket
• Modellers Group
Village NewsVillage NewsFor the communities of Manby, Grimoldby and South Cockerington
Issue 52Issue 52
The 60th
anniversary
of The
Queen’s accession
to the throne was on
6th February 2012,
but our celebrations
are taking place on
Saturday 2nd and
Sunday 3rd June.
The 2nd June is also
the 59th
anniversary of the
coronation on 2nd June 1953.
Queen Elizabeth II is only the second British
Monarch to celebrate her diamond jubilee.
Her great-great-grandmother, Queen Victoria
celebrated 60 years on 22nd June 1897.
Queen Victoria’s grandfather King George III
also ruled for a long period, but was 9
months short of his 60 years when he died in
1820.
So how was the 1897 jubilee celebrated?
Tuesday 22nd June 1897 was a bank
holiday. Queen Victoria was Queen not
only of Britain, but also of the world-wide
British Empire, and in London a huge
procession of heads of state, other
important persons and troops from all over
the empire worked its way through the
streets. The parade came to St Paul's
Cathedral where an open-air service of
thanksgiving was held outside the building
– the Queen was unable to manage the
steps so she sat in her open carriage. She
then rode for six miles through the cheering
crowds. The British people showed great
outpourings of
affection for their
elderly Queen.
Various
commemorative
souvenirs were
sold, particularly
mugs, plates and
badges. In Louth
Museum there is a
jubilee medal, and
also a souvenir
handkerchief with
pictures of Queen Victoria and her family,
and with two verses of the national anthem
printed on it.
Celebrations in Louth
In Louth on Monday 21st June storekeepers
and the corporation decorated the streets with
flags and banners. Many of the decorations
were made by Eve and Ranshaw, a shop that
has been on the go since 178.
The weather over the weekend and on
T H E D I AM O ND J U B I LE E -T H E D I AM O N D J U B I LE E -A H I S T O R I CA L PE R S P EC T I V EA H I S T O R I C AL P ER S P EC T I V E
Queen Victoria in her carriage
Louth decorated for the Jubilee. The sign states “God Bless
the Empress of India”.
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News from the Editorial Committee!
A Warm Summer Welcome to our readers!Hopefully by the time you are reading this, the sun
will be shining and our Jubilee Party will be only
days away! We do urge you to come along, as it is
certainly going to be a day to remember, with so
much going on throughout the day. Many people
have worked extremely hard to organise it, so please
do your utmost to support their efforts!
As usual, we hope you enjoy reading this bumper
issue, and do contact us with any feedback!
Kind regards Steve and Sally, Celia and Jean.
How to contact us!
PLEASE NOTE!Deadline for copy for Autumn Newsletter is
15th August 2012
Editor:Steve Ward; Simba Lodge, 32 Church Lane, [email protected] Tel: 01507 327565
Editor and Club News:Sally Taylor; 37 Church Lane, [email protected] Tel: 01507 327687
Articles/Village News:Celia Monument; 23 Tinkle Street, [email protected] Tel: 01507 327690
Advertising:Jean Baker; The Gables, Eastfield Lane, GrimoldbyTel: 328269 [email protected] Village News Editorial Committee reserve the right to refuse to publish any
articles or letters it considers to be libellous, obscene or offensive. It also
reserves the right to abridge or otherwise amend letters/articles in the interest of
space. Any views expressed in articles/letters are not necessarily the views of
the Village News Editorial Committee. All items are printed in good faith.
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Contact Karen on 01507 327661Registration Number EY439730
A Sad Farewell - Bev Monument10/01/1942 – 28/03/2012
It is with huge sadness
and an immense sense
of loss that we have to
announce the death of
a very valued member
of our small team.
After collapsing and a
long struggle for
survival, Bev
Monument died on 28th March, 2012. He leaves
his wife Celia, his son Simon, his relatives and
many friends with a massive void in their lives.
Bev was one of the longest, if not the longest
serving member, of our Parish Council. In this
position, he was able to support many ideas and
plans for our villages. His quiet and thoughtful
demeanour made his contributions all the more
meaningful.
Bev embraced his role as chief distributor of the
Village News with enthusiasm. He was always
up and ready for the early delivery and keen to
start counting, packing and delivering the
correct numbers for each member of our
distributing team.
During our meetings, his carefully considered
contributions were well-received. They always
had the continued development and success of
our magazine at their heart.
We will miss you Bev. Your gentle and generous
nature will forever be in our hearts and keep
our fond memories of you alive.
Rest in peace
Your friends,
Steve, Sally and Jeanie
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The Diamond Jubilee - a Historical Perspective/ cont
Monday 21st had been overcast and showery, but on
Tuesday morning the sun shone brightly. The Mayor of
Louth (Henry D Simpson), the Corporation and the
Jubilee Committee met for a formal breakfast in the
Masons’ Arms Hotel. There was subsequently a civic
procession to St James’ Church.
More than 2000 children assembled in Louth Market
Place to sing the National Anthem and other loyal
hymns, and on passing through the Market Hall each
child was presented with a jubilee cake, having
previously
received a
jubilee medal.
There was a
spirit of
generosity In
Louth. The
Board of
Guardians gave
extra money to
the poor in the
week of the
jubilee – adults
on out-relief
(i.e. living in
their own
homes rather
than in the
workhouse)
received an extra shilling. Also a present of tea, lump
sugar and a loaf of plum bread was delivered to the
houses of 420 aged and deserving women.
On Tuesday 22nd June at 1.30 pm more than 400 aged
and deserving men were treated to dinner in Louth
Town Hall, prepared by the staff of confectioner H S
Forman. Volunteer servicemen were given dinner in the
Artillery Drill Hall. But the major jubilee dinner in
Louth took place in the Mart. This was free, and open
to all! We have a photo of the invitation being
announced by the town crier. A total of about 1300
people were fed in three sittings. They consumed meat
from a 59-stone bullock, additional beef, hams, meat
pies, 60 lb cheese, 150 loaves of bread, 16 gallons of
beer, aerated waters, pickles and plum bread. There
were about 50 volunteer carvers and waiters, and the
organist from Holy Trinity Church played the piano.
The people responsible for arranging all this were
known as the “Diamond Jubilee Bullock Committee”
In the afternoon a sports gala was held in the field of the
Grammar School - it irks me that the races were only for
men and boys, and not for women or girls! The many
illuminations in the evening were impressive, and
particularly notable was the Gas Company’s large star
in the Corn Market formed from gas jets. A torchlit
procession led by the Artillery Band wound its way
through the town, then up to a field near the toll bar on
London Road where an enormous bonfire was lit at 10
o’clock; rockets were sent up, and five other bonfires
could be counted on the horizon.
Celebrations in Grimoldby and Manby
And what happened in Grimoldby and Manby? The
headmaster George Lewis wrote in the logbook of
Grimoldby School: “Jun 22. A holiday was given
today. Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.” In Manby the
celebrations began at two o’clock when dinner was
provided for 90 people in the barn of Mr John Borrill
(of Manby Hall in Church Lane). They ate roast beef,
Butcher Matthew Smalley & others with bullock
Town Crier, John Blyth, announcing Jubilee
Dinner in Louth
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The Diamond Jubilee/ cont Village News Updates
boiled beef, mutton, ham, bread-and-butter, and drank
tea. Then a further 50 people, including those who had
prepared and served the food, sat down for the second
sitting.
Sports races began at 4 o’clock in a field near the
Rectory (which was in Carlton Road where Manby
House is now). There were flat races for men, women
and children, hurdles, obstacle races, potato races, egg-
and-spoon races, walking races and threading the needle
races. A highlight was the tug-of-war in which the
bachelors of the parish beat the married men.
A fire balloon was sent up at the close of the sports,
which “moved away towards the sea until lost from
sight”, a precursor of today’s Chinese lanterns! At 8
o’clock cups of tea were served, and then the fireworks
were at 10 pm.
All this was organised by two committees – the Sports
Committee, and the Provisions Committee. If you want
to find out more look at the Louth and North
Lincolnshire Advertiser dated Saturday 26th June 1897,
which is on microfilm in Louth Library.
Grimoldby gets only a short report in the newspaper.
There was a church service at half past two, a free meat
tea for all parishioners in the barn of Mrs Beverley (of
Grimoldby Grange), and then sports for all including a
tug-of war, bicycle races and slow races. The tug-of-
war was won by the team of the railway stationmaster,
Mr Emerson. Ruth Gatenby
JUBILEE UPDATESJUBILEE UPDATESFollowing the celebrations over the weekend, The
Lancaster Inn are contributing to the Jubilee Celebrations
with a Jubilee themed quiz from 8.30pm on Sun 3rd June
with bingo.
On the Monday 4th June there will be a Treasure Hunt
for the whole family (walking round the villages)
collecting clues starting at the Lancaster Inn at 10.30am
and finishing at the Lancaster with a BBQ from 12 noon –
3pm. Also, Tug of War, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting.
KEEPING YOU INFORMED - THEKEEPING YOU INFORMED - THE
PROPOSED WIND FARM ATPROPOSED WIND FARM AT
GRIMOLDBYGRIMOLDBYGaoh Energy Ltd. currently based in Lowestoft, Suffolk is
currently examining the potential for building a Wind Farm
on site to the North of the B1200 and to the West of Tinkle
Street, Grimoldby.
The proposal is for up to five wind turbines on towers of up to
80 metres in height with blades of some 90 metres in
diameter – a total height to tip of blades of up to 125 metres.
This is some 410 feet high – by comparison Louth church
spire is 295 feet high.
It is expected that five turbines would generate electricity to
supply the annual average needs of 6,989 homes.
At this stage the proposed development requires the
preparation of an Environment Impact Assessment to take
into account the possible effects on visual amenity,
archaeological and historic matters, flora and fauna and wild
life habitat etc. before an application for planning permission
may be lodged.
It is expected that this will take some months to complete the
Environment Impact Assessment.
If and when a formal application for planning permission is
submitted the Parish Council will call a public meeting to
gauge the views of the villagers. Should anyone require any
further information please do not hesitate to contact Terry
Knowles, chairman of the Parish Council on 01507 327495.
Jubilee Handkerchief
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FIBRE OPTIC BROADBAND?FIBRE OPTIC BROADBAND?To the uninitiated this means super fast internet connections
in our own homes. Currently Manby, Grimoldby and South
Cockerington receive various speeds up to 8 meg per second
but in reality rarely achieve above 2.5 meg. Now with Fibre
Optics you can achieve up to an incredible 100 meg per
second. Louth is receiving this upgrade around the end of
June but our villages have been deemed not worthy because
of a perceived low usage prospect.
So if you would be interested in paying slightly more money
for this faster service would you email me please so I can
gather some numbers for my negotiations with BT in trying
to get them to upgrade our exchange. You will of course not
be committing yourself to have this service, but I’m sure it
would help our cause to know rough numbers. If we are to
attract new people and businesses to our area we need to do
everything we can to have these services made available.
Many thanks, Steve (Ed) [email protected]
HONEYSUCKLE CLUBHONEYSUCKLE CLUB(A Community Support Group affiliated to Grimoldby and
Manby Parish Council)
We are a newly formed group of local people who have one
aim: To support, encourage and enhance the lives of the most
vulnerable people in our neighbourhood.
By raising funds through sponsorship, grants, sales and
events, we will provide regular coffee mornings and lunches,
entertainment and trips out. There will be meetings held
regularly, at various venues, to gain input from our fellow
villagers on how they can benefit from the organisation and
its support. Events will be widely advertised, on the parish
notice boards, in the Village News and at the Post Office, as
well as leaflets and posters.
We would like to invite you to a coffee and cake get- to-
gether on Wednesday 13th June from 10am to 11.30 am in
the Village Hall.
If you would like to come along for a chat but need transport,
please contact Val on 01507 327621 or Moya on 01507
328757 on Tuesday 12th. We look forward to seeing you
there. The Honeysuckle Club
ATTENTION ALL CARERSATTENTION ALL CARERSIf you are a carer you may benefit from a Carers Needs
Assessment. As a carer you are entitled to a yearly
assessment of your needs. If you would like more info please
contact The Carers Team on 01522 782224 or e-mail
[email protected] or your local Carers
Champion Linda Knowles on 01507 327495. You can email
Linda at [email protected]
THE OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY ISTHE OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY IS
COMING TO EAST LINDSEYCOMING TO EAST LINDSEYThe London Olympic Games Organising Committee
(LOCOG) has announced that the Olympic Torch will travel
through East Lindsey on June 27th, 2012. The Torch will visit
Louth, Legbourne, Withern, Maltby Le Marsh,
Mablethorpe, Trusthorpe, Sutton on Sea, Mumby,
Hogsthorpe, Ingoldmells, Winthorpe, Skegness and
Wainfleet All Saints as it makes its way from Cleethorpes to
Lincoln. Do go and support the runners on the day!
The 70 day Olympic Torch Relay, will start at Land’s End,
Cornwall on the morning of May 19th 2012. On leaving
Land’s End, the Olympic Flame will travel an estimated 8,000
miles around the UK giving thousands of communities and
individuals their moment to shine as the Olympic Flame
comes to a place near them.
1st Manby Scout Group1st Manby Scout Group
CAN YOU HELP US?!CAN YOU HELP US?!The Annual General Meeting took place at Manby Scout Hut
on 25th April. Our Chairman has resigned after more than 20
years so we now urgently need a new CHAIRPERSON.
Your responsibility would be to chair the AGM. Please
contact our secretary, Tracey Lynam 327574 if you can help.
ALSO URGENTLY NEEDED! Our scouts, aged between
10 - 14 years, urgently need helpers at their meetings on
Friday nights from 7 - 9pm. Are you able to spare any
evenings to help them out? Please let Guy Williams know on
339368 for further information.
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Grimoldby School Page
There’s a weird kind of magical atmosphere around the
classrooms and corridors of Grimoldby School! What can it
be? Could it be because the spring buds and fragrant flowers
are bursting with their fresh new colours wherever we look?
Or could it be that the staff (and in particular, Mr Spendlow),
no longer have to fight for a place in the microwave queue
each lunchtime, to heat up their heart-warming soups of many
different flavours, but instead look forward to their summer
salads?
No – surprisingly it’s much simpler than that! Our school is
gripped by Jubilee Fever! Children are learning all about our
Royal Family and how things have changed during the sixty
years that our Queen has been on the throne. Who would have
thought sixty years ago, that in 2012 most people would have a
mobile phone and personal computer?!
Our youngest children have a palace as their Home Corner,
complete with a Royal Throne, Crown Jewels, portraits of the
Queen and lots of bunting. They are also learning about
Princes and Princesses, particularly through the traditional
story of ‘The Princess and the Pea’ when, even though there
were lots of mattresses on her bed, the pea still turned her
‘black and blue’.
In other classes, children are looking at how the Queen herself
has changed during 60 years. This has prompted
investigations into how we grow up. Fantastic royal display
boards are appearing all over the school, and the children are
enjoying learning lots of incredible facts about the Queen and
her amazing sixty years on the throne.
The school is ringing with the National Anthem and other
patriotic songs such as ‘Land of Hope and Glory’ and
‘Jerusalem’. Staff and children are also busily preparing for
our own ‘street party’ on the last day before we break up.
Although it is not technically on a street, we do plan to get our
tables out on the playground, wear our party hats, wave our
flags and decorate the school with bunting. We want to make
the day something for the children to remember for many years
to come.
After the delight of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee we have the
added excitement of the Olympics to look forward to. We do
plan the make the most of this historical event! We will be
following the achievements of our athletes, as they compete
with those from other countries for hopefully many medals.
The Olympic theme will run through our curriculum: English
– children as journalist creating newspaper reports, biographies
of famous competitors. Mathematics – tracking achievements
on the medal table, measuring time and distance, thinking
about ordinal numbers, 1st, 2nd 3rd. History- how the games
started in Ancient Greek times, the impact of WW11, and also
the values and principles set out in the Olympic Charter.
Geography – which other countries have hosted the games,
using an atlas to find out about the countries taking part, flags,
customs and cultures. During PE lessons and our Sports Day
the children will be striving to be Olympians themselves.
We are always excited and pleased to announce forthcoming
events, and here are some for your diaries:
Wednesday 30th May – ‘Grimoldby’s Got Talent’, an
opportunity for our pupils to show off their many and varied
talents.
The school feels very proud to be part of the local Diamond
Jubilee celebrations, to be held on 2nd and 3rd June. We are
looking forward to presenting a country-dancing display, a
recorder concert and a dazzling array of ‘royal’ art-work.
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Grimoldby School Page/cont Stunt Show comes to Manby!
Many of our children have submitted their drawings of the
Queen to the competition being held by the Village News. All
entries will be on display on the day.
Saturday 16th June – Quiz Night at School (a big thank you
in advance to Martin Spooner). Details to be confirmed.
Again, please contact Helen Morris for more information on
01507 327320.
Monday 18th June – Our recorder group are taking part in the
Louth and Area Recorder Festival at St Michael’s School.
20th & 21st June – Lincolnshire Show Schools Challenge: if
you plan to visit the show this year be sure to pop into the
Schools’ Challenge tent to say ’hello’ and have a look at the
display from Grimoldby School.
I would like to say a very big thank you to all who have
supported fundraising for our Climbing Frame – we are getting
there, but there is still a long way to go. By attending our many
events you not only support our efforts, but also help to keep
our spirits high in the face of such a big financial challenge.
Now then ......... Car Parking
I do appreciate that this is an on-going problem and I do
sympathise. However in recent weeks the double parking on
the zig zag lines outside the school is becoming increasingly
dangerous ,therefore please do not be surprised if you receive
fixed penalty fines from the police as we have to keep this area
safe for our children. I am sure you will all agree that these
tough measures have to be taken. Please also respect our
neighbours by not parking in the Londis Car Park or blocking
access for the residents of St Edith’s Gate. We will understand
if you are a little late due to parking problems. Also note that
the patrons of Bambarinos and The Lancaster pub have kindly
allowed parents to use their car parks at drop off and pick up
times. The village hall car park may also be used when there is
not a function in the village hall. I would also like to remind
you that it is the policy of our school that only staff and official
visitors are permitted to use our car park and you are reminded
not to use the car park for dropping off or collecting your
children. This measure is taken to restrict car movement in the
area where most of our children are walking, thus keeping
them safe and protected. Thank you again for your support.
Lesley Pringle
On a very cold, wet, miserable evening at the beginning
of May at Manby Motorplex, locals were treated to an
absolutely amazing display of stunts using a variety of
vehicles and props. It was
such a fabulous show that
the audience certainly
seemed to forget the
atrocious weather that the
performers had to
contend with!
Scott May’s Daredevil
Stuntshow has been
touring in the UK since
1991. It all started with
Scott’s motorcycle stunts being performed to raise
money for local charities.
After years of hard work, passion and dedication, Scott’s
local fundraising events have now turned into the
world’s largest independent touring stunt show.
Scott himself grew up in the era of Evel Knievel and
Eddie Kidd and was fascinated by the skill and daring of
their motorcycle jumps and stunts.
His father bought him a tiny motorbike when he was
just five years old and Scott started building his own
ramps from planks and rocks in the fields which
surrounded his family home. He knew, even then, that
he wanted to be a
motorcycle stunt rider and
has dedicated his life to
building his stunt show to
the size it is today.
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East Midlands Ambulance Service
Dear readers, I would like to take a moment of your time
to introduce myself as I have been given the honourable
task of writing a page for inclusion in the Village News.
Firstly let me open by saying that my motives for agreeing
to this are not only professional but also personal as I am a
“local lad” that resides in the village of Grimoldby having
moved into the village last year. Prior to this I was only
down the road living in Grimsby and travelling to my offices
at Louth, Skegness, Horncastle and Mablethorpe
ambulance stations to carry out my work, after several
years of this I decided that it was time to move to be more
centrally based and also for the peace and tranquillity of the “village life” as
well as the excellent local schools for my 2 children and a strong feeling of a
real community spirit. I have to say that the move has proved to be
everything we had hoped it would be and I have no intentions of moving
again for a very long time, maybe never!
Professionally, as the operations manager for East Midlands Ambulance
Service it is my responsibility to manage all aspects of delivery of
emergency ambulance operations for the east locality of Lincolnshire so I
am rather well placed to provide this publication with some hopefully
interesting updates your ambulance service is making to improve the way
we do things, I also plan to include some useful hints and tips as well as
some first aid advice.
Know When to Dial 999
If you become unwell or are injured make sure you choose the right NHS
service to get the best treatment quickly.
A&E or 999 - Choking. Chest pain. Blacking out. Blood loss.
Emergency services are very busy. They should only be used in very
serious life-threatening situations. Choosing well ensures that essential
treatment is given in the shortest possible time.
Walk-in/Urgent Care/Minor Injuries Unit- Cuts. Strains. Itches. Sprains.
If you need treatment or advice which does not need a visit to A&E or a
medical appointment. Choosing well ensures you receive the best possible
treatment, leaving emergency services to those who need them most.
GP - Vomiting. Ear pain. Sore belly. Back ache.
Make an appointment with your local GP when you have an illness or injury
that will not go away. Choosing well ensures that you get the treatment you
need and reduces demand on emergency services.
How to Recognise a Heart Attack
The symptoms of a heart attack differ from one person to
another. You might feel tightness or pain in your chest. This
may spread to your arms, neck, jaw, back or stomach. For
some people, the pain or tightness is severe, while others
may feel nothing more than a mild discomfort. As well as
having chest pain or discomfort you may feel light-headed
or faint and short of breath. You may also feel nauseous or
vomit.
Phone 999 instantly if you think you are having a heart
attack or if you expect someone is having a heart attack.
This means that you will get potentially life-saving treatment as soon as
possible. Do not phone your GP if you think you or someone else is having
a heart attack, you must phone 999 for an ambulance.
If you are not allergic to aspirin and have some next to you, or if there is
someone with you who can fetch them for you, chew an aspirin. However, if
they are not nearby, the person with you should not go hunting for aspirin,
they should stay with you. Do not get up and stroll around the house looking
for an aspirin. This possibly will put needless strain on your heart.
Preventing a Heart Attack
Living a healthy standard of living can help avoid you from having a heart
attack. If you're over 40 you should ask your doctor or nurse for a heart
health check to consider your risk of having a heart attack in the next 10
years. If you have had a heart attack you can drastically reduce the risk of
having another heart attack and future heart problems by keeping your
heart healthy and taking your medicines.
Recovering from a Heart Attack
A heart attack can be a terrifying incident and it can take time to come to
terms with what has happened. It's normal to be worried about your
recuperation and future. A lot of people make a full recovery and within a
few months are able to return to their normal activities.
Some people may find that they are not able to do as much as they
previously did, but attending a cardiac rehabilitation course will raise your
chances of getting back to normal as quickly as possible.
For more information visit our website www.emas.nhs.uk
I hope you have found these few top tips useful and that you will enjoy
hearing about the actual running of the Ambulance Service in future issues.
Steve Pratten
Hi Folks! Over the next few issues of the Village News, we are going to be treated to an inside view of our Ambulance Service. Ihave asked Steve Pratten, the Operations Manager of East Midlands Ambulance Service, to give us some practical advice andalso a peek into the running of this excellent and much needed service. Steve Ed
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Grimoldby & Manby Diamond Jubilee Celebration
Come and join us for a fantastic celebration
on Sat 2nd June in the E.L.D.C. grounds at
Manby. FREE entry & FREE car parking !!
2pm till late.
There will be plenty of things to do and see ...
Live music, games, food stalls, cars on show,
Bouncy Castle, Tombola’s and a great
Neighbour Tea Party, where we suggest you
bring your own picnic and blanket, although
there will be a “Share Table “ so please do bring
extra if you are able and share! All donations will be very
welcome. Please feel free to dress up too as there is a
fancy dress competition and the theme is, of course,
anything Royal! This is for everyone so parents please
don’t be shy! Here is a rough agenda for the day, however
this may change due to final tweaks but will definitely
give you an idea of what a great day it will be.
2.30 Florence Hand, recent winner of East Lindsey’s Young
Musician of the Year
3.00 ZUMBA Display lead by Emma Nichols
3.15 Grimoldby School, may include Country Dancing, the
Recorder group & many games
4.00 Taekwondo Display
4.10 Fancy Dress Competition
4.15 Tea Party .....Bring your own food and chairs / blankets
5.15 Tug of War ....subject to ground conditions
5.30 Raffle Draw
5.40 May include Grimoldby’s got Talent !, interspersed with a
Karaoke & Disco
6.30+ Entertainment by “What a Performance UK
Limited”. A mix of singing and dancing, including
solos and duets from covers of Adele and Olly Murs
to songs from Miss Saigon and Les Miserables. Plus
a guest appearance of Stuart Wilson, who will lead
us in our own take of the Last Night at the Proms so
remember to bring your flags!
If you require any further information, either
about booking a stall or donating items for the food
share, plant stall, or any of the raffles or Tombolas etc
please call either Steve Ward on 01507 327565 , Jean
Baker on 01507 328269 or Doreen Parratt on 01507
327548. This whole day has been organised by The
Grimoldby & Manby Village Fundraisers Team. All
profits will be donated to local charities.
There will also be some fabulous memorabilia displays at
both St Mary’s and St Edith's churches on Sun 3rd June
10 – 4 so why not treat the whole family to a great
weekend.
Lincolnshire Wildlife Trust
Louth Area Group Programme
2012
Conoco Room, Louth Library 7.30pm
Friday 15 June 6.30pm Visit to Welton le Wold Quarry
with David Robinson & Helen Gamble
Meet up track at MR 282881
Friday 13 July 6.30pm Visit to Manby Wetlands with
Martin Chapman. Meet at sewage works at end of
Church Lane
Sunday 9 September 2.00pm A Benniworth Round with
John Loft. Meet at bend at MR 223826
For further details telephone Ian on Louth 327723
The LancasterJune 23rd - THAI NIGHT
July 13th/14th - SAUSAGE FEST
WEEKEND
with flavours from around the world!
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LOUTH PLAYGOERS RIVERHEADLOUTH PLAYGOERS RIVERHEAD
THEATRETHEATRE6 June Pied Piper presented by the Krazy Kat11am & 2.30pm Theatre Co. For 3 - 7 year olds9 June The Golden Age of Musical Satire7.30pm Peter Gill14 - 16 June Utopia - New London Opera Group7.30pm16 June Tom Thumb presented by Lyngo 11am &2.30pm Theatre for children over 5 years27 June Hip Hope Hero - Moving Hands 7.30pm Theatre Co.29 - 30 June Swings The Thing Big Swing Band7.30pm13 - 14 July The Lion, Witch & Wardrobe7.30pm presented by Black Box Co.19 - 21 July Mega Moves presented by Studio 2000
BOX OFFICE: 01507 600350,Victoria Rd, Louth
www.louthplaygoers.co.ukSupported by Arts Council England
What’s (Going) On?
CAR BOOT DATESCar boot sales on the airfield continue this year under new
supervision. Contact Edward 07503 904774
June 17thJuly 1st, 15th, 29th
August 19thSeptember 2nd, 16th, 30th
These could be subject to change over the year.
LincoLnshire heritage open Days
6th - 9th septemberwww.heritageopendays.org.uk
Quiz NightSaturday 16th June 2012
Doors open 7pm, for 7:30pm start atGrimoldby Primary School
Teams of up to 6 peopleCash Prize for Winning Team
Licensed BarHot supper included in ticket price. Tickets £6
Tickets available from Grimoldby Primary School, Shaws of Alvingham,
Hair Sports, Grimoldby, Kate Forsyth or Jean Baker
WI Garden PartySaturday July 7th
"Coffee Morning in the Garden" 10.30pm - 12.00pm
in the lovely garden of Christine Baxter at Church HouseGrimoldby. There will be cakes and plant sales, jams and
produce, raffle, food tombola. Admission £1 including tea/coffee and cake or scone
All welcome
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What’s (Going) On?
Breakfast ChurchBreakfast ChurchBreakfast served from 9.30am and then join in our
all-ages act of worship from 10am.
Sunday 17th June ‘Our Father’
Sunday 15th July ‘Run the Race’
Sunday 16th September ‘Reap what we sow’
For more information contact Mark 327373.
Louth and Skegness Moonlight Walk
30th JuneThis summer join hundreds of inspirational men and women taking part
in our annual Moonlight Walks across the county in aid of our St.
Barnabas Hospice.
Starting from Skegness Rugby Club , Wainfleet Road, Skegness at
10.30pm, over the beach and back in time for coffee on 30th June!
Registration costs £10 (£10.30 online) which includes your walker pack,
refreshments after completion of the Moonlight walk and your medal to
commemorate your evening!
If you would like to register please contact Amy Reeve and Chris Fox on
07918 023908 or register online at www.stbarnabashospice.co.uk
Spirit of the Marsh 2012 FestivalArklow House Farm, Rotten Row, Theddlethorpe, LN12 1NX.
Friday 20th – Sunday 22nd July 2012Open 11am till Late Each Day
http://www.spiritofthemarsh.com
LOUTH PLAYGOERS RIVERHEAD THEATRELOUTH PLAYGOERS RIVERHEAD THEATRE
SUMMER WORKSHOPS 2012TEll TalE HEaRTS CHildREn’S TOURing THEaTRE
Mon 6th – Fri 10th august for 7-10 year olds.
5 days of workshop with a short production to
friends and family on the Friday afternoon.
10am-3.30pm daily. £35 each place.
ZEST THEaTRE SUMMER CHallEngE
Mon 20th – Fri 24th august for 11–19 year olds.
an exciting week to work with a group & write,
direct, & perform a show at the end. Open to all,
with or without experience. £35.00 each place.
FOOTlOOSE
Sunday 22nd July at 10.00am and
9am - 5pm Mon 23rd July until Sat 4th august
(excluding middle weekend) for 15-20 year olds.
Students, guided by 3 professionals, will produce
Footloose. £60 each place.For more info or to book a place, contact
Tracey Mackenzie on 01507 600350 or call in between
10am and 1pm. Victoria Road, louth, lincs. ln11 0BX
St. Leonard’s Church, South Cockerington
COMPANION AND FUN DOG SHOW
Sunday 2nd September
Registration for show starts at 12 noon
Judging commences at 1.00pm
Pedigree Classes followed by Fun Classes
Rosettes to 6th place and ‘lots of trophies’!
Refreshments including BBQ, teas, cold drinks from 12 noon
Games & Raffle * PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIRS *
Schedules available from Pat 327549 or Ian 327723
Proceeds to St. Leonard’s Church Funds.
BIG CAKE SALE - LOUTH HOSPITALIt’s St Barnabas’s 30th b i rthday and in celebration I am holding
a ‘Big Cake Sale’ at Louth Hospital Woldside unit (accessed through
Urgent Care Centre - A & E) on Sa turday 9th June 10am - 1pm to
celebrate! Everyone is invited so come down for a cup of tea and a
slice of cake. To help the hospice more so why not bake and donate
some cakes. Your donation would be greatly received and would help
make the birthday ‘Big Cake Sale’ a wonderful success.
If you would like to donate a cake or for more information please
contact Amy Reeve, Community Fundraiser on 07515171927 or
e-mail amy [email protected] .uk
St Mary’s Church, Manby
Art & Craft ExhibitionSaturday 14th & Sunday 15th July
Exhibition & sale by local artists & craftsmenChildren’s pictures, Musical entertainment Refreshments
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ST MARY’S CHURCH, MANBY
We would like to thank everyone who came along to last
year’s Art and Craft Exhibition which was held at St Mary’s.
Despite the very disappointing weather it was a success.
We are now planning a second exhibition on July 14th and
15th and do hope even more of you will come along to see the
beautiful paintings and the exquisite needlework. There will
also be some stalls selling various items.
As you can imagine it takes a lot of work and we would be
really pleased of any support you can give, even if it is only for
a couple of hours. We will look forward to seeing you.
Chris and Brenda Gait. Tel. 327634.
ST. EDITH’S, GRIMOLDBY
Louth Male Voice Choir gave us a marvellous concert once
again. Two winners of the LMVC Young Musician of the
Year competition, Florence Hand and Rowena Firth gave
us vocal and violin solos. They were much appreciated by
the audience.
The next thing is the Exhibition of Work by Grimoldby
school children aswell as articles relating to the Queen’s
coronation. St. Edith’s will be open on Thursdays and
Sundays from 10 - 4pm as usual.
July 14th & 15th is our Festival and we start with North
Somercotes Choir on the Saturday at 7.30pm (tickets £5).
On Sunday do join us for Songs of Praise at 6pm. If you
have a favourite hymn, please let either Janet (327256) or
Rev. Chris (327667) know in time so that they can include
it in the programme. Janet & Mary, churchwardens
BREAkFAST CHURCH
You are cordially invited to share friendship and fellowship
at Breakfast Church, at Grimoldby Village Hall, every third
Sunday of the month. Breakfast served from 9.30am.Sunday 17th June ‘Our Father’
Sunday 15th July ‘Run the Race’
Sunday 16th September ‘Reap what we sow’
Exciting news! We launch tea-time church in September,
beginning Sunday 2nd September.
For more information contact Mark 327373.
THREE FRESH EGRETSThree fresh egrets,
Sighted,Three fresh egrets,
Manby residents, so delighted,Three fresh egrets,
As three musketeers,Hunched and shawled,
Shivering, quivering feathers,Winter virgin white,
North of the Wash émigrés,Global warming,
Confirmed on the bleakest of days.Mark Harrison ‘09
News From the Churches
Art and Craft Exhibition 14th and 15th July 2012 St Mary’s Church, Manby
Art CoMpEtitionTheme of the Competition “Design from Nature”
A4 size onlyJudge:- Peter Wood B.A.HONS A.T.C. , Artist & Lecturer
Age Groups: • Under 3 • 3 to 8 years • 8 to 12 years • 12 to 16 years • 16 to 18 years
Please write your name, age, and your school on the back of thepictures. Closing date for all entries will be Wed 20th June.Please let your teachers have them then and they will becollected. Entries can be delivered to Chris & Brenda Gait 15Swift Avenue Manby. Tel. 327634
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Covills Garden machinery
Saltfleetby, Lincolnshire
Garden machinery service and repairs.
All makes welcome, mowers, strimmers,
hedge cutters, rotovators etc.
Collection and delivery.
01507 339723 or 07939188305
www.robcovill.co.uk
Women’s Institute Summer Gardening Tips
During March, several of our members attended Lincolnshire
North Federation of WIs Spring Council meeting at the
Embassy Theatre, Skegness. After lunch we saw Anne
making the most wonderful flower arrangements with the
theme "Inspirational Women", whilst Jackie told their stories-
Mother Theresa, Florence Nightingale, Emily Pankhurst etc.
Our March meeting was the postponed Annual meeting
during which our new President (Delma Chambers) was
elected. We then welcomed Tracy Ward who gave a
demonstration and talk on Pilates. We all had a go at the
sitting exercises - some more sucessfully than others!
In April our guest speaker was Selina Fraser-Smith who gave
us a very interesting talk about her husband Charles Fraser-
Smith - 'The Man Who Was "Q" '. She told us about the
gadgets he had invented during WW2. Some of them were
truly amazing. He was the original "Q" on whom Ian
Flemming based his character "Q". Also during April, seven
of us attended "Women Across Countries" in Market Rasen.
It was a very interesting and moving day.
May is always our Resolution meeting. This year's
Resolution is "urging the Government to increase investment
in the training, employment and retention of midwives in
England and Wales to ensure services are adequately resorced
and are able to deliver a high standard of care". We voted
unanimously in favour of this resolution. Following this we
all had a go at making "fascinators" which was great fun, and
some amazing creations were made! We are supposed to
wear them at our June meeting with our posh frocks for the
Jubilee!
Forthcoming meetings
June 14th The Weelsby Wanderers with their one act play
"Twilight Tours"
July 12th Dennett's Ice Cream with Robin Dennett
August 8th Annual outing to the Grimsby Fishing Heritage
Centre followed by a meal at the Jug & Bottle.
8th Sept "Life on the Verge and Wildlife Gardening" Our
meetings take place in Grimoldby Village Hall on the second
Thursday of every month at 7.30pm. Do come and join us.
Barbara Bragg
CoFFEE MoRNiNG, Sat 7th July - SEE “WHAT’S oN”
page 10 for further details.
by “Digger”
After my last quarter’s lament about lack of rain,
readers will not need me to tell them that this April was
the wettest on record and May seems to be heading for
a lot of rain also. This excessive rain combined with
low temperatures is not conducive for outdoor seeds to
germinate. My first sowings of radish, beetroot and
carrots came to nothing so let’s hope the second sewing
does better.
Jobs for this quarter.
• In better/warmer weather I would advocate cutting
the lawns twice a week but at the present (early May)
I think once is enough – if you can find a dry day to
do it!
• Once May has passed, consideration should be given
to hedge cutting.
• Hoe, hoe, hoe! Whatever the weather weeds seem to
thrive. Don’t give them a chance to grow
• Hopefully, now is the time to plant out summer
bedding plants and get out the hanging baskets
• Dead head perennials and roses as they finish
flowering which will extend the flowering season. If
you have hardy geraniums (cranesbill) cut back hard
after flowering and you will get a second flowering
in the autumn
• Cut off old leaves and flower stalks of hellebores.
New seedlings may well then be found and can be
potted up but be aware they never grow true to type
• Harvest vegetables as and when they become ready.
By the end of June early potatoes may be ready
• It ought to be safe to plant tomatoes outside in June.
A south facing position is best and regular watering is
essential, particularly if you use grow bags
• Watch out for greenfly, whitefly, aphids and
caterpillars and take necessary action
Finally, here’s to a successful summer
season!
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On a Saturday morning in late March I had the pleasure of
visiting Ron and Doris Wells, who had been introduced to
me by their good friend Doreen Parratt. They moved to
Manby in 1997, in order to be closer to their daughter, who
lives in Grimoldby.
Ron and Doris used to live in
South Anston, just off the M1 and,
being keen royalists, used to pay
regular visits to Windsor. It was on
one of these trips out that they
decided they had some time to
spare, and thought they would like
to stay overnight. By chance, there
was a helpful car park attendant
around who gave them advice as to
a really good Bed and Breakfast where they could stay.
Little were they to realise at the time that they would
become really good friends with the owners of this place.
It was through a connection made with these friends that
Ron and Doris were able to attend several Garter Services,
held in St George’s Chapel in Windsor Castle. They hold
these memories very dear. These became the first times
they found themselves in the presence of Queen Elizabeth.
In 1997 Ron, unbeknown to Doris, wrote a letter to the
Lord Chamberlain in London. Ron had found out that the
Queen was holding a Garden Party at Buckingham Palace
for couples who had been married in the same year as
herself and the Duke of Edinburgh. He posted off their
Wedding Certificate and the application form and then
didn’t think too much more about it.
To his surprise and delight, a while later, he received a
letter to say that his application had been successful and
that he and Doris had been invited to attend. He did not
know at the time that only one in seven applications had
been given the ‘Royal’ stamp of approval.
It was with great excitement that on 15th July, they
boarded the train to London on the day of the party. Doris
remembers thinking that her special hat was going to stay
on her head no matter what, and she wore it for the entire
day and only took it off when they got home! Other
passengers on the train that day couldn’t help but ask
where they were off to. Of course Doris and Ron were not
shy in coming forward to tell them!
In 2007, this lovely couple were
anticipating another ‘royal’
surprise! It was with such pride
that they showed me their Diamond
Wedding card from Buckingham
Palace. I felt very honoured to be
allowed to hold it, and they very
kindly said I might see if I could
find someone who might be able to
copy it, so that the Village
Fundraisers could put it on display
in Manby Church during our Diamond Jubilee celebrations
over the weekend of 2nd and 3rd June.
They have also very generously agreed that we can borrow
several other pieces of memorabilia, including some
pottery, a coronation book and a framed picture of a very
young Queen Elizabeth, which normally hangs in pride of
place in their home.
Needless to say, Doris and Ron are looking forward to
enjoying our planned celebrations over the Jubilee
weekend. Jean Baker
Spotlight on Ron and Doris Wells
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The Lincolnshire School of DIY for Ladies!
The Lincolnshire schoolof DIY has been formedto provide a range ofcourses to enable women
who have little or no experience in construction orDIY to learn a comprehensive range of DIY skills thatare useful, current and in demand at work or on ahome project without needing to wait for the “DIYfriend” to come round, pay for a handyman /Tradesman or simply put off essential repairs orimprovements that could ultimately add value to yourhome and save on repair bills.We will assume that everybody is a beginner and youwill be encouraged to learn new skills. These coursesare open to all ages and abilities, even if you have alittle experience you will be amazed at the amount youcan learn with different learning techniques, helpingyou to improve existing skills whilst learning new ones.These courses are recreational / leisure and will beoffered initially in Louth and also in a range ofcommunity venues across Lincolnshire includingSkegness, Boston, Lincoln and Grimsby.The courses on offer will cover a varied range of DIYtopics and can be tailored to suit the groups, becausethe groups are small each student will receive ampleindividual attention. They are designed so that you cancomfortably complete each task with as much help as
you may need. The courses are very practical, full oftips and very hands on! At the end of every course ahand out sheet on all the subjects taught are given tothe students for future reference.
• An introduction to power and hand tools.• Basic plumbing: - dripping taps, radiator bleeding
joints and stop valves etc.• Basic plastering (Finish coat) and repairs• Wall and Floor Tiling including Grouting.• Basic carpentry and joinery skills.• Basic painting and decorating.• Small project courses also available. And much
more!!!
Health and safety will be covered in the courses,safety glasses and gloves will be provided.The dates and times of courses are to be confirmedbut on offer are:-
• 3 hour morning, afternoon or evening courses• One day courses• A 10 week - 2 hour per lesson evening course• Intense 2 day / weekend courses.
Graham has been involved in construction for overtwenty years running building sites in and aroundLondon, this has included renovating properties and hehas just completed extension work to his own cottagecarrying out most of the work himself.He has run successful DIY courses for ladies in Essexfor a period which proved very popular and is lookingforward to offering these courses to the Ladies inLincolnshire.
We will also be offering DIY courses for men andyouth vocational work experience, please phone fordetails.For more information on course content and datesplease contact: - Graham or Jan SlaterTel: 01507 327291 Mob: 07799 220358Email: [email protected]
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Wheelie Bin Collections!Wheelie Bin Collections – As we no longer receive a calendar of wheelie bin collection dates from EastLindsey, we thought you would appreciate your own hard copy, compliments of the Village News Team.
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Louth Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team Area Update
Lincolnshire Police Non EmergencyNumber 0300 111 0300
Crime Stoppers 0800 555 111
Trading Standards 0845 4040506
www.lincsalert.co.uk
Contact informationIan Clark Community Beat Manager 07939 887685Andrea Cave Police Community Support Officer 07944 777016Justin Mekkaoui Police Community Support Officer 07939 312881Sally Read Police Community Support Officer 07939 312767Zaza Warren Police Community Support Officer 07939 988780
HANDY NUMBERSLouth Rural Neighbourhood Policing [email protected]
Anti Social Behaviour – Manby/Grimoldby:We were receiving reports of off-roadmotorbikes being used on the road with nolights, helmets etc. In February, a motocrossbike that was being ridden on the road with apillion was seized and the rider reported forvarious motoring offences. Since this incidentwe have not received any more calls aboutthese bikes being used, however if there arestill problems, please inform us on 101.
Theft of Garden OrnamentsIt was mentioned in a previous newsletter that thefts of garden ornamentsin the county was on the increase, at that time we had not received anyreports of such incidents in our area. However, in the last month we havereceived reports in the Tetney and Grainthorpe area. We would advisepeople to engrave their postcode onto the bottom of the ornament ifpossible and to also take photographs of garden items, this will help theitems be reunited if they are stolen. For anymore crime prevention advice,please contact one of the team.
Increase in Thefts from VehiclesWe have recently seen an increase in thefts from motor vehicles in the Tetney / Holton le Clay area. It is believed most of the vehicles have been left insecure. Please can we remind people to ensure their vehicle is locked and that any valuables are not left in the vehicle.
No Cold Calling ZonesIn partnership with Trading Standards, we are currentlyworking towards Manor Drive, Binbrook being set up into aNo Cold Calling Zone. Each house will receive a no coldcalling pack and signs will be placed onto the entrance ofthe street to discourage sales people from no cold calling inthat area. If you are interested in your street being a nocold calling zone, please contact on of the team.
Bike MarkingWe are currently able to mark pushbikes for free, this wouldhelp your bike be returned to you if it was to be stolen. Formore information, please contact one of the team.
Theft of Catalytic ConvertersThere has been an increasing number of incidents of thetheft of catalytic converters in the wider area. Please parkin well lit areas where possible and report any suspiciousactivity to ourselves.
Lincs AlertLincs Alert is the new NeighbourhoodWatch System which is now being used inthe area. We are able to send messagesrelevant to your area direct to your email,landline or mobile. Please can we encouragepeople to sign up to this free service andkeep up to date with events/crimes in yourarea. To sign up, please visitwww.lincsalert.co.uk
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Health and Lifestyle
• Improve posture, alignment and poise by learningpostural disciplines.
• Increase strength, tone, flexibility, stamina.• Develop spatial awareness.• Gain and maintain core strength.• Develop a healthy spine.• Reduce the effects of
tension and stress.• Aid balance and help
prevent falls and injuries.• Increase bone density and
slow down deterioration.
• Enhance weight management efforts.• Increase self-confidence and help enable self-
expression.• Learn to be comfortable in uncomfortable
situations.•Elevate mood and outlook on life•Help character strengthening to enable self-control.•Help with blood pressure/cholesterol issues.•Improve breathing and quality of sleep.•Improve libido.•Feel more ‘centred’ - feeling of well-being.•Maintain joint range of movement.
Health benefits of appropriate exercise.Health benefits of appropriate exercise.(eg Yoga, Pilates, Whole-body Exercise, Alexander Technique).
Marion Manson [email protected] http://www.mmhome.me.uk/
Rehoming figures for AprilDogs in: 20 Dogs out: 21 Cats in: 16 Cats out: 11Rabbits in: 0, Rabbits out: 2 Ferrets in: 2. Ferretsout: 0 Guinea Pigs in: 0 Guinea Pigs out: 4
“Bailey”, a seven year old Beagle came to The Ark on the 6th ofApril 2012. He had suffered a stroke whilst undergoing surgeryfor a slipped disc. This left him with a slight paralysis to his leftside and unable to use his back legs. He is still continent butobviously needs assistance with this, but he will let you know.Due to work commitments his owner was unable to spend thetime needed caring for him and felt his options were running lowuntil his vet recommended asking The Ark to help. A special harness was ordered to aid in his mobility andexercise and being such a likable dog he soon became afavourite with everyone who met him. Whether it was the extraexercise or mental stimulation in the presence of other dogs orjust the time already spent recovering the results are alreadyamazing. He has begun to regain some use in his legs; in facthe is even attempting to lift his leg for a wee! Early days but withthe usual dedication and effort we have great hopes for hisrecovery especially with his weekly physiotherapy and the freeprogramme of hydrotherapy being provided by Dog Wise
Hydrotherapy at Tathwell. Watch this space!!We are running very low on both cat and dog tinned food, ifyou can spare even one tin it would be greatly appreciated.
THANK YOU FOR READING “BARK BARK” Our visiting times are 12-3 daily
www.arkanimalrescue.co.uk e-mail: [email protected]
The Ark Animal Rescue Centre , Ark Road, Donna Nook
North Somercotes, Lincs LN11 7NX Tel: 01507 358140
News from the Ark!
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Sport/Club News
Three of our newer members
have recently received
Puppy Foundation Awards
under the Kennel Club Good
Citizen Dog Scheme:-
Brenda Bacon with her little
spaniel, Belle; Vicky
Hubbard with her Hungarian
Viszla, Treacle; and
Christine Hunt with Cookie, a Chihuahua. Well done to all
three handlers. Some of us are struggling to reach Bronze
and Silver standard, while the rest are preparing for their
Gold Test. If the
rain persists at its
current rate, I
think we shall
soon have to
introduce a
synchronized
swimming test. It
is very
encouraging that
so many of the
handlers turn up regularly despite the awful weather this
year. Is this the meaning of “dogged persistence”?
We meet on Sunday mornings between 10am – 12pm on
Manby Airfield at the Archery Club premises so do come
along with your dog
for some obedience
training and fun
agility. For further
information contact
either Helena
kench on 327513
or Basia
McTernan on
327110.
Wet Weather Disrupts the Start to the Season –
Cricketers Look Forward to the Summer
Hopefully by the time you read this, there will be
glorious sunshine and the cricket season will be well
underway. However as I write this on a chilly and damp
May evening not a single ball has been bowled at Priory
Lane due to some dreadful weather!
This year Grimoldby are running 6 teams – Under 11s,
Under 13s, Under 15s, an Academy Team, a midweek 7
a side and the 1st XI. We are always pleased to
welcome new members – anyone interested in playing
Village cricket at Grimoldby should contact Adie
Sanders, chairman, on 01507 327836.
For more details of the club, fixtures and results (when
we eventually get chance to play a game!) should visit
the club’s website: grimoldby.play-cricket.com. An
important feature of this season will be our Cricket
Festival weekend which will comprise Dads vs Lads
games, Chairman’s XI vs Captain’s XI and a fun run.
There will also be the drawing of the Grand Prize Draw.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the various
businesses in the village and local area who have
generously donated prizes. Adie Sanders
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Vintage Car RestorationsTouring Caravan Towing
Due to heavy rain, the only action for Grimoldby Cricket Club at the
time of writing has been indoor coaching. Jake Sanders puts an under
13 batsmen through his paces in the indoor nets at Monk’s Dyke
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Club News - Modellers GroupSince the last Modellers Group Report during February, there
have been a few memorable events for group members. Not all
get reported to me but here are some.
The first one was the “Garden Railway Show” held at The Lawn
in Lincoln. This was a trade show with no layouts to look at.
Two of us were there (with our
financial controllers) and were
able to concentrate on what was
newly available from the
relatively local suppliers of large
scale model railway equipment.
The most memorable for me were
IP Engineering (based in Eastville)
and Classic Locomotive
Company who have a shop in
Cleethorpes. IP produce kits of all
kinds of wagons, coaches and bits
to go with them Classic is a sales
outlet for a whole range of manufacturers and always has a huge
collection of things to be tempted by.
Next came the Toy Fair at the beginning of March at the Lincoln
Showground; again this was mainly a trade show with people
buying and swapping all kinds of toys and models. I came away
with a new Billings model lifeboat kit at a real bargain price and I
sold some of my spare toy cars.
On 18 March two of us (with controllers) visited the Norfolk &
Suffolk aviation museum whilst on holiday. I took some plans
for donation to the Museum’s “Air Sea Rescue” section. Lots of
photographs were taken and the photograph with this depicts one
of the Museum’s models. It is a model of the glider built in
Colditz POW camp during WW2; there is also a full size replica
at the Museum. Very impressive.
24 March saw my 3 ½ inch gauge Rob-Roy loco go for it’s
steam test but unfortunately it never got tested because of
problems I had not sorted during the loco’s restoration. More
work to be done!
On 31 March four of us visited the “16 MM Narrow Gauge
Modeller’s” show at Peterborough Showground. This was a
mesmerising event for me; so many 19ths scale railway layouts
to look at and many trade stands to visit. My brain was boggled
at times.
Fortunately, April has been quieter and heads have been down
working away on models. There is a big movement in modelling
at present on the restoration of models and toys we had in our
younger days. 1950’s model
aircraft have been restored to
flying condition; plastic toy
boats, powered by battery or
clockwork are being enjoyed
again, and vintage yachts are
being taken from lofts and given
new life. Also some trade
companies have diversified into
reproducing some of these old
kits; it’s great. There is never a
spare moment when you are a
dedicated modeller.
The first week of May brought the modeller’s holiday at
Thornwick Bay (Flamborough) and two of us attended that.
Model boat sailing, RC indoor helicopter flying, RC vehicle
(mainly tanks) driving and group modelling + ladies’ crafts were
the headline events. A good time was had by all. We then
returned for the first 2012 tethered car racing event at the Great
Carlton Raceway. More fun!
We now need a rest. Some hope! Until next time the contact for
the Modellers’ Group is keith on 01507 327880.
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