TO ADVERTISE TELEPHONE 01302 744278 BAWTRY TODAY | Delivered FREE Tel: Paula 01302 744278 November 2011 The Red Lion, Tickhill Re-opening week commencing 27 th November as Join us downstairs in Jamps Champagne & Wine Bar Serving hors d’ouvres. Open 5.30pm-11pm Upstairs is Jamps Cantonese Restaurant Authentic Cuisine. Open 5.30pm-10pm Call 01302 759668 for reservations The Red Lion, Market Place, Tickhill, DN11 9LX We look forward to welcoming you. Under New Ownership | Fully Refurbished | Open 7 days a week
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Delivered FREE Tel: Paula 01302 744278
November 2011
The Red Lion, Tickhill
Re-opening week commencing 27th November as
Join us downstairs in Jamps Champagne & Wine Bar
Serving hors d’ouvres. Open 5.30pm-11pm
Upstairs is Jamps Cantonese Restaurant
Authentic Cuisine. Open 5.30pm-10pm
Call 01302 759668 for reservations
The Red Lion, Market Place, Tickhill, DN11 9LX
We look forward to welcoming you.
Under New Ownership | Fully Refurbished | Open 7 days a week
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W elcome to the November edition of BAWTRY TODAYBAWTRY TODAY.
It is another packed edition we have for you this month. Lots of local information and businesses as well as details of a variety of pre Christmas fairs and fundraisers.
I suspect that demand for space will be just as high next month so please do let me know in good time if you would like to reserve any space in the December edition which will be delivered from 26th November. It’s hard to believe that it will be the last edition of 2011, where did this year go? Please ensure that anything that you would like to be included in it is with me by Friday 11th November.
Don’t forget to visit my new website www.todaypublications.co.uk , join our contact list, and let me know about anything else you would like to see on there
Going for Gold: New Zumba Fitness Classes for Senior
Citizens coming to Bawtry
A New Zumba Gold Class is opening in Bawtry on 20th October and if the Tickhill Gold Class is anything to go by, the Class will prove to be a Blast. According to Deborah, the Head Instructor at Big Hearted Zumba who is bringing the classes to Bawtry Hall on a Friday afternoon: "70 is the new 40" and she believes that "the older active adult and those with injuries or new to fitness should not be left out of the new Zumba Craze".
It is not surprising that this new lower impact class, which creates a party-like atmosphere using a blend of international music rhythms, is very popular with neighbouring members in Tickhill who are determined to improve their fitness, strength and balance. Deborah says "I am delighted with the great improvements in stamina and fitness levels and I can't believe how passionate about the music and movements my Gold customers become as they gradually get to know the songs"
Deborah believes it is just as important that her class enjoy a great social time over a healthy lunch after class and she invites Bawtry class members to stay behind together, bring a snack and enjoy free tea and coffee as a way of connecting together socially after class. Deborah reassures her potential new class members that "the atmosphere is non intimidating and of course you can try your first class for free!" She explains that anyone can sit down when necessary in class and moves can be altered to take specific limitations into account. All you need to join in is a pair of shoes that can slide and turn easily; a bottle of water and clothes that you can get a bit hot in but layer up afterwards to keep warm! There is no need to have a dance or fitness background at all and if you are wanting to lose some of your middle before Christmas, its the ideal place to start.
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I mprove your eating habits today! Hello again and welcome back. I hope you all found last month’s article useful and tried implementing its advice and tips into your life to improve your health and fitness. This month I’d like to give you a few simple tips on how to change your eating habits for the better:-
Avoid fad diets – They are too restrictive, unrealistically complex, many are too low calorie and once you become fed up with the weighing, and general ‘faffing’ you’ll end up even heavier due to their slowing effect on your metabolism.
Have a cheat meal – Once a week have what you fancy. This keeps you sane, increases your motivation to stick to healthy eating the rest of the week and means you don’t have to give up your favourite unhealthy treats.
Drink enough water – Our bodies often confuse hunger and thirst and water helps the body break down fat, so aim for the recommended 2 litres a day.
Carbs are not the enemy – We need them for energy and our brain uses them for fuel, like any other nutrient just don’t overdo it. Aim for the majority of your carbs at breakfast, fewer at lunch and minimal after 5pm. Also try to get your carbs from complex sources such as oats, brown rice and sweet potato.
Portion control – Use a smaller plate if you have to. Piling your plate with food means you’ll aim to finish it all hungry or not. Going back for seconds makes you question whether you actually need any more.
Use a fat photo – Keep your partners and children’s ‘treats’ in one cupboard, then take that fat photo we’ve all got from your last holiday/party and stick it on the back of the cupboard door.
Paula’s progress – Well done Paula! Many of you are now aware that TODAY magazine’s Editor is undertaking her own challenge to be in tip top shape come her 40th Birthday.
Well the great news is that after around a month of hard work and an individual lifestyle plan Paula has dropped 10 lbs and 6 inches of excess body fat!
So if you see Paula tell her well done and tell me if you see a cream cake in her hand! Keep an eye on this column for more monthly updates on Paula’s fantastic efforts and results.
If you require more advice, want to be one of the 20 people on my specialist course, have any questions or want to see a particular topic covered in this column I’d be happy to hear from you. Contact me at Aspire weight loss special-ists on (01302) 711717 or 07703553032, or email me at [email protected]
Richard Matharoo Aspire
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Cranial Osteopathy could be the answer Birth is a traumatic event for both mother and baby, this can be made even more stressful by birth trauma such as breech births, ventouse, forceps delivery, caesarean sections or prematurity. Any of these events can lead to compression of the bones in the skull which are still very soft in babies and children. Abnormal head shapes, irritability and erratic sleeping patterns can be common symptoms that your child is suffering from stress or tension within their bodies. These stresses, tensions and asymmetries can be released using cranial osteopathy quickly & effectively.
Many people seek treatment for relief from: Recurrent digestive problems Irritability Lack of sleep Feeding difficulties Learning difficulties such as dyslexia
Treatment involves gentle massage of your ba-bies head and tummy to release these strains and restore symmetry.
Cranial Osteopathy is also suitable for adults who may be nervous about treatment as well as babies and young children.
Victoria Watts Bsc (Hons) Osteopathy DO
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Try our new Studio, from now until Christmas
no studio sitting fee to pay.
If you like the pictures that’s all you pay for. Prices from £10.
VOLUNTEER CHAIRMAN NEEDED British heart foundation – Bawtry and Doncaster branch The nation’s heart charity is recruiting a new Chairman to lead the long established British Heart Foundation branch in Bawtry (and Doncaster).
Could you: Lead a dedicated voluntary team to organise local fundraising events in the local area and help to raise much needed funds for the charity Build and maintain effective relationships with individual supporters, groups and associations in your area and the Regional Office Inspire others to support the work of the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Organise regular meetings with the committee, set agendas and perform basic administrative duties
Are you: Knowledgeable about your local area Passionate about the part you can play in saving peoples lives Looking for a new challenge and have time to spare Proactive in developing relationships within your local community
We urgently need your help to continue our life saving work. For more information please contact Derek Spence on 01302 710244 Or email [email protected]
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November 3rd 2011 at the Holiday Inn, Warmsworth, Doncaster.
Auction at 7.45pm, refreshments and viewing from 6.30pm For more details visit
www.helpfordementiaindoncaster.co.uk
Tickets cost £10 to include entrance, auction catalogue and Bucks Fizz and are
available at the Tourist Information Office, Doncaster
Please contact either the Alzheimer's Society, Doncaster &
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I had steadily put on weight over the last 3 years. Fitness classes had never appealed to me. When I saw the fat loss bootcamp advert I thought everyone there would have the same aim as me. The two most appealing things to me were that it was outside in the dark, much better than being in a well lit hall where everyone can see how unfit you are. Every camp we do something different.
Following the eating system was so easy as it didn't restrict how much you ate, just what you ate. I found that so much easier than being allowed a little bit of everything as, for me, a little bit inevitably leads to a lot more than a little. After a week I weighed myself and couldn't believe I'd lost 10lb's, so the 5.50am alarm's were worth it. After the first 4 week camp I had lost an incredible 20lb's, and 46.5cm's. I am continuing with the bootcamps, as I still have a lot of weight to lose. Despite not following the nutrition plan to the letter I am continuing to steadily lose weight, feel I have a lot more energy and do not have any cravings that I normally associate with being on a diet.
Wendy Simpson, Mum of two, Epworth South Yorkshire.
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Who else wants to drop a clothes size in 28 days?
At Isle Lose It Fitness Camps Ltd, we offer you a MONEY BACK
guarantee on your results! We are so confident in our LIFE Exercise and Nutrition System that if you don’t drop a whole clothes size during your 28 day fitness camp, we will give you a 100% refund, no questions asked.
Oh and just so you know, we are not your average boot camp. With us, you are made accountable; it isn’t ok just to turn up when you want to. If you don’t show, we want to know why! You will have contact with us EVERY SINGLE day, even when you are NOT AT CAMP.
Our next guaranteed results boot camps start on the 14th November at all our 4 venues – Bawtry, Broughton, Epworth and Scunthorpe.
Why not visit our website for more details?
www.isleloseit.com or call Sue on 01427 874088
If you want to look like a Christmas Cracker this year instead of a Christmas Pud, then get in touch!
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Most other aspects of building & restoration work including: roofline wood upvc & pointing works
Friendly family run firm Free advice and quotations
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Presenting the thrilling and heart warming story of Mowgli, the boy
brought up by wolves. A very special play for children and the
young at heart
Rossington Hall Riding for the Disabled We are based at the Northern Racing College near Bawtry, Doncaster. We are a small group with 5 horses which are used to give Disabled adults and children riding lessons on a weekly basis. We have approx 60 clients riding every week with all forms of disabilities. We have approximately 20 volunteers and two riding instructors. All of the volunteers are unpaid and volunteer because we all think it is a worthwhile cause. We are self sufficient and receive no financial help from RDA national.
We have been robbed 4 times this year. This time they took our field cleaning tools, self wa-tering water troughs and Hay out of the storage shelter. All in all over this year we have had over £1,000 worth of equipment stolen which we have had to replace out of our funds which are either donated or we have to fundraise for. We are devastated that we have been targeted yet again and wonder if the people who are doing this realise that they are taking enjoyment away from disabled people who love to come and ride the horses on a weekly basis.
We always in need volunteers who have a few hours a week to spare. You do not necessarily have to have experience of horses as we also need people to help with admin, hat fitting and sidewalking. If you can assist us at all please contact Sharon on 01302 759129
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YOUR LOCAL PLUMBER
07857 300707
All Electrical Work
Undertaken
Full & Part rewires
Fuse boxes upgraded
Lighting
Telephone points
TV points
Burglar alarms
IEE 17th Edition approved
Contact 01302 868569
or 07970 900340
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P OPPY APPEAL 2011 This year sees the 90th anniversary of the Royal British Legion, but unlike many 90 year olds we get busier and busier.
Over 10.5 million ex servicemen & their dependents can seek help from the Legion and it is not generally known that we are there for the families as well as the veterans. Sadly the last few years have seen a rise in the numbers seeking our help with the Afghanistan and Iraq conflicts as well as all those who have served us so faithfully during previous conflicts. How many people remember those who have served in Korea, Malaya and Northern Ireland, we are there for them too – there has only been one year since 1945 when our troops have not been involved in a conflict.
Some of the things we can provide are activity holidays for older children of those serving abroad, the bereaved and the injured. We have trained personnel to accompany bereaved families to inquests, very distressing for all those involved. Holiday homes, nursing homes, help for those leaving the forces, the elderly, the injured, the list is endless.
So please when you buy your poppy remember how many people you will be helping. Wear it with pride, encourage everyone you know to do the same – we need your support. If you would like to help by having a box on your business premises, collecting house to house in your neighbourhood or helping in a supermarket, please contact Ann Hickman 01777 818993 – we really need your help and support.
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BAWTRY BABY AND TODDLER GROUP
THE NEW HALL, BAWTRY
EVERY MONDAY & WEDNESDAY FROM 9.30-11.30am
FRIENDLY GROUP SEEKS NEW MEMBERS. EVERYONE WELCOME
VARIETY OF PLAY EQUIPMENT, TO SUIT FROM BIRTH TO PRE-SCHOOL AGES. All children are welcome to play as they
choose. Crafts each week of different projects.
Healthy snack and drinks which helps to encourage the children to eat together with
their friends.
SING-A-LONG WITH MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS.
Unlimited Coffee/Tea. £2.00 per child, 50p each additional child
Now operating a waiting list for certain days so book soon!
Please call or check our website www.missonpreschool.co.uk
07703 151685 (during session times Mon-Fri 9.00-12.00
Lunch club until 1pm)
Now taking children aged 2 yrs!
The Cheeky Monkey’s Playgroup at Everton Village Hall
9.30am-11.30am Fridays (term-time)
£2 per child (£1 under 1’s and
additional siblings). Includes:
Sit down varied snack with a drink
Craft and music/movement session
A hot drink and a biscuit whilst watching your children play
Regular visits from professionals
New - baby clobber ‘swap-shop’
New members always welcome – please just drop by
Contact Louise 01777 816241
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Bawtry Town Council NEWSLETTER NOVEMBER 2011
www.bawtrytowncouncil.co.uk
Gainsborough Road Toilets The toilets were opened on 26th September, 2011 up to 5.30pm (daily) and are monitored on a regular basis. An initial charge of 20p per usage has been imposed (excluding radar keyholders for the disabled toilets), although this can be reviewed on a regular basis.
Bawtry Library DMBC Cabinet will meet on 12th October, 2011 to decide on the future of 14 libraries previously agreed for closure. Details of the meeting and cabinet papers relating thereto can be found on the DMBC website (www.doncaster.gov.uk).
The Bawtry Group is currently looking to ‘test the water’ on the recruitment of ‘front of house’ Volunteers, and also grounds maintenance volunteers. Persons interested should provide their details to the Volunteer Co-ordinator, Mrs Lesley Gilfedder on 01302 711256 or email: [email protected].
The Business Sub Committee headed by Michael Maguire is also working towards a viable Business Plan and possibilities of outside funding both from local business and other sources. Interim contact for this project is via Mr. George Spencer (Chairman-Bawtry Town Council) not the Clerk to the Council. (Details at the end of this newsletter)
School Crossing Patrol – Station Road The problem that DMBC has at the moment is that it has no-one to cover the post. One person from Bawtry has expressed an interest so far. Therefore, the residents of Bawtry are being called upon again by the Town Council and the School to offer their services. This is very important for the future of the service on Station Road/South Avenue – your assistance would be greatly appreciated. Are you looking for a convenient job with flexible hours, which offers enormous job satisfaction and personal rewards? Then join the team that plays an essential part in kids’ lives and make a real difference in your community by becoming a School Crossing Patrol Warden. You will need to be: • Confident in dealing with motorists and members of the public • Able to get on well with children and parents • Able to work mornings and/or afternoons on weekdays during school term time
We can offer you: • A part time job with a competitive rate of pay • Paid holidays • A full training programme and uniform • A rewarding and important role in the local community. We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, reliable committed individuals to work in Bawtry
Applicants can request a pack by emailing [email protected], or Telephone: 01302 862610; they can also apply on line at www.jobsdoncaster.co.uk Appointments are made subject to a satisfactory enhanced criminal record bureau check and medical.
Highway Issues Representations to DMBC will continue to be made regarding the Tickhill Road/Top Street/Pemberton Ings area until a satisfactory conclusion is reached. Damaged street furniture (i.e. lighting columns, traffic lights, seating etc) should be reported to DMBC for action. Please remember that the Customer Service Centre at Bawtry Library is still the point for you to personally report any matters of concern to DMBC, the highway authority, or by telephoning Doncaster Council on 736000.
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LIST OF TOWN COUNCILLORS
George Spencer (Town Mayor), 48 Queens Crescent, Bawtry, DN10 6PZ, Tel 711464, Email [email protected]
Vivienne Wilcox, (Deputy Town Mayor) 8 South Parade, Bawtry, DN10 6JH Tel 711422 Email [email protected]
Terry Ashurst, 4 Cavendish Close, Bawtry, DN10 6SD, Tel 711759, Email [email protected]
Alex Calzini, The Nurseries, Gatewood Lane, Branton
YOUR LOCAL MP – RT HON CAROLINE FLINT Meteor House, First Avenue, Hayfield Lane, Auckley DN9 3GA. Tel: 01302 623330, Fax 01302 775099; email: [email protected]
Christmas 2011 No it’s not cancelled – It is anticipated that the Christmas tree lights and street lighting columns will be illuminated from around 27th November, 2011. Carols around the tree on the Market Hill will take place as normal at 4pm on Christmas Eve.
Christmas Competition This year’s competition will take place from 1st December, with judging on 21st December, 2011. Judging will be carried out as normal by Directors of Excel Parking Services Ltd. As Bawtry traders now have a Bawtry Retail Association (BRA) it is hoped that all businesses in Bawtry will take part.
Airport & Tunnel Tech Complaints Can we remind all residents that complaints should be referred to the telephone numbers/email addresses at the end of this newsletter, so that the complaints can be logged by the appropriate authority. The new contact email for Tunnel Tech complaints is: [email protected] It is very important that residents lodge their complaints, so accurate records may be kept by the authorities concerned, for possible future use. USEFUL NUMBERS Robin Hood Airport – to report severe aircraft noise 01302 623499. Leave name, address, tel number, time of flight, whether taking off or landing, and airline if possible Doncaster Council Main Switchboard – 01302 736000 Faulty Street Lights, DMBC, 01302 735111, quote number of lighting column Neighbourhood Team, DMBC - 01302 736000 Anti litter and dumped cars, DMBC - 01302 736050 Bawtry branch library – 01302 710858 Smell nuisance, Tunneltech, Misson – 01909 533171, or email: [email protected]
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W hat I bought in Bawtry! More excerpts from Helen Thomson’s local blog.
The Crown Hotel in Bawtry really wowed us this month! We were very honoured to be invited to try out their new menu in their re-vamped restaurant, and what a great evening we had!
We had a drink it the bar to start off with, it really does ooze sophistication, you can sit on very lovely high bar stools or relax in very comfy leather sofas.
The restaurant felt very cosy. The decor, like the rest of the Crown, is modern without feeling cold or like you’re sat in an art gallery. I particularly loved the copper ceiling, the colours of the walls was beautiful and the leather chairs really comfortable.
The menu was impressive, it caters to many different tastes, great I thought if you are with a group and you all fancy something different.
The Crown is a real jewel in Bawtry's crown and we should all be very proud it's on our doorstep
To find out what Helen ate, what she thought of the food and what else Helen’s been up to this month you will need to visit her blog http://whatiboughtinbawtry.blogspot.com/
Tunnel Tech Complaints Committee.
Twenty Years of Torment is ENOUGH We Need Your Help!
On the last Thursday of every month from 7.30pm at the Community Centre Misson. Residents, businesses, and affected parties from all local parishes are welcome to attend the monthly drop-in meeting. You can receive news about any developments regarding the prosecu-tion for the obnoxious odours emitted from the Tunnel Tech compost factory. Collect logging sheets to record the incidents and bring them back the following month and we will forward them to the Bassetlaw Environmental Depart-ment. All recorded information and direct com-plaints are now crucial evidence regarding the ongoing criminal court action. We desperately need everybody who has had enough of this violation to come forward and make their voices heard. Register with us and we will fight for your rights to breathe clean air and to use our homes and gardens without infringement. If you cannot attend these meetings but would like more information you can contact us by the following methods:-Email [email protected] or [email protected] Tel 01302 711887
To complain about the stench directly contact, Amy Ogden, Senior Pollution Control Officer Bassetlaw District Council, 18 The Square, Retford, Nottinghamshire, DN22 6DB [email protected] Tel : 01909 533164 or [email protected]
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N orthern Pan Riders National motorcycle club for Honda ST1300/ST1100 Pan
European riders all over the UK. Regular monthly meets, rides, trips & much more. www.northernpanriders.co.uk
Legs Bums & Tums Mon Styrrup 6.30-7.30
Tues Tickhill institute 7-8 Wed Bawtry Meth hall 7-8 Thurs Tickhill institute 2-3
Thurs Carlton village hall 7-8 Contact Mandy
on 07590 729095
Community Meeting
For Tickhill, Bawtry & Villages
Tuesday 8th November 7pm,
Tithes Lane Pavilion Tickhill
Toddler Group Gringley on the Hill
Village Hall Wednesday 9.30-11am £1.50 per child (£1 per
additional sibling) Contact 01777 816715
Bawtry with Austerfield Mothers Union
Meet on the 3rd Thursday of each month
at 2pm in Bawtry Church Hall, Church Walk, Bawtry.
Everyone welcome
BAWTRY BAWTRY
METHODIST CHURCHMETHODIST CHURCH
Schoolroom available for parties, meetings etc.
Reasonable rates.
Tel. 01302 711138
Coco Ice Cocktail Bar Sunday afternoon Jazz event:
Sunday 20th November Dennis Rollins,
Mark Ellis and guests
£5 per person on the door Doors open at 2pm
Strictly over 18's only Live jazz from 3 until 6 pm
followed by evening entertainment until late
Puppet Power (a puppet company from Grimsby) will be presenting their
version of the musical
This will be a production suitable for all members of the family.
2.30am and 6.30pm Saturday 3rd December
The Command Room, Bawtry Hall
Tickets: Available nearer the time free of charge
(a voluntary contribution will be taken up during the evening to offset the costs and for their
ministry in Africa and Romania).
This is a Bawtry Churches Together Event.
BAWTRY HALL Morning Coffee and Mince Pies Once again we are offering Morning Coffee and Mince Pies on Thursdays and Fridays from 1st - 23rd December from 10am -11.30am. We have managed to keep the cost at only £2.95 person too! We do sometimes get large groups coming to this so if you are wanting to have a pre-Christmas coffee morning with your friends please let us know your numbers in advance as we’d hate to run out of mince pies!
Concert We have a real treat for you on Sunday 4th December at 2pm. We have an afternoon concert by talented local pianist Dean Headland. Tickets are £5 and include tea & warm mince pies during the interval. Contact Emma for more info or to book your ticket!
Quiet Day In the busyness of preparing for Christmas would you relish the opportunity to find some much needed breathing space for your soul and get into the real meaning of Christmas? Our next hugely popular Quiet Day is on 13th December. The cost for the day is only £25 and includes a delicious home cooked two course Christmas dinner and coffee and mince pies in the afternoon! If you would like to make a booking please give us a call but don’t leave it too long as the places we allocate are going fast.
Christmas If you are part of a church or social group and are looking for somewhere for a Christmas Lunch or Dinner our menus are now available. We usually have a welcoming log fire and Christmas tree in the entrance hall and the meal is in our elegant dining room. The cost for the four course lunch is only £16 and the Christmas Dinner is £20. Where else can you get such value? Please call us for more details or to pop in and pick up a menu and booking form.
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St Nic’s Nipper’s
1st Thursday each month 1.30-3.15pm
in St Nicholas Church Hall, Bawtry. Pre-school fun for babies, tots & their carers
Starting in the Church for a story and singing then into the hall for play, crafts,
chat and a cuppa.
Next meeting 3rd November Contact Lisa on 719343 or just turn up
Bawtry Methodist Church
Coffee Morning & Cake Stall Saturday 5th November &
Saturday 3rd December (mince pies)! 10 - 11.30am
Everyone Welcome
Pilates Thursdays 5.45-6.30pm & 6.30-7.15pm
at Bawtry Hall Conference Centre, Contact Helen Durdy on 07973 384131.
Astanga Yoga, The Dance Space, Bawtry
Tues 10.30am-12noon Wed 6.15-7.45pm Contact Louise on 07917 235834
BT Faultline 0800 800 151 Floodline 0845 9881188 Bawtry Sub Post Office 01302 710321 Bawtry New Hall 01302 719838 Tickhill Parish Room 0784 0419763 Austerfield Parish Council 01302 868240
Bawtry Town Council 01302 771244 Doncaster Council Customer Services 01302 736000 Caroline Flint MP 01302 623330 Abandoned Cars & Graffiti 01302 736050 Bawtry Neighbourhood Team 01302 736000 Faulty Street Lights, DMBC, 01302 735111 Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 Crime Reduction Unit 01302 385462
Citizens Advice 01302 735225 Age Concern 01302 812345 Alzheimer's Society Doncaster 01302 325628. Samaritans 08457 90 90 90 Relate 08456 441027 Victim Support 01302 365531 Alcoholics Anonymous (24hr) 0114 2701984
RSPCA National Cruelty Line 0300 1234999 Mayflower Animal Sanctuary 01302 711330 Royal British Legion - Retford 01777 818993
Travel Bus Enquires 01709 515151 National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950 Robin Hood Airport (noise line) 01302 623499
Bawtry Private Hire 01302 752300 Health NHS Direct 0845 46 47 DRI 01302 366666 Bawtry & Blyth Medical 01302 710210 The Mayflower Medical Practice 01302 710326 Misterton Group Practice 01427 890206 Bawtry Dental Practice 01302 710658 Jenny Hudson & Associates 01302 711655 Churches St Nicholas Church, Bawtry 01302 710298 St Helena's Church, Austerfield 01302 710298 Bawtry Evangelical Free Church 01302 719911 Bawtry Methodist Church 01302 536197 Schools, Nurseries etc Bawtry Mayflower Primary 01302 710721 Hayfield Secondary School 01302 770589 Misson Primary School 01302 710580 Seesaw Playgroup 01302 771699 Tots in Tune 01302 539565 Groups & Societies Bawtry Martial Arts Club 01427 615368 Bawtry Mothers Union 01302 711555 Tickhill & Bawtry Probus 01302 742070 Tickhill & Dist. Lions Club 01302 742843 Yorkshire Countrywomen 01302 742729
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P astor’s Page
Did you know that bracken is taking over the country? You may have noticed more this autumn than previously; in fact it is spreading at 5% per year. If you go for a walk in Bawtry forest, you’ll see what I mean – it’s everywhere. Bracken grows up to 10’ tall, destroys other plants and
carries various diseases in its spores (harmful to both livestock and people) – too much bracken is definitely not a good thing.
Cutting bracken down does little good as the roots send up new sprouts, only stronger. There really are only two alternatives to dealing with it; either using a very strong pesticide (that has been banned by the EU) or by using a bracken bruiser. This is a heavy cylinder that is rolled over the bracken, crushing the stem and is pulled either by a tractor or a horse. When the stem is bruised, the roots continue to try pushing nutrients up the stem but they bleed out and the plant suffers. After two or three years of bruising once a year, other plants can re-establish and the bracken recedes. In the Bible, Jesus Christ is described as, “A bruised reed he will not break, and a smouldering wick he will not snuff out” (Matthew 12v20) and while I was watching a television report on bracken bruising recently, I was reminded of that verse. It struck me that if we are, as it were, bruised by life – by other people, unfortunate circum-stances or long-term illness, etc then we, too, expend a lot of energy in trying to keep going and, like the bruised bracken, perhaps we feel ourselves wilting despite all our hard work. We feel like we’re running just to stand still. It is very easy for others to walk away from us if we’re in this situation as we can end up draining them of energy as well.
Sometimes people think of God as being ferocious, demanding and intolerant of failure (like the head mistress, Miss Trunchbull, in Matilda) but this verse shows us that God-in-Christ is actually caring, supportive, gentle and understanding.
If life has given you some bruising, then be assured that God wants to heal you, not discard you. Jesus Christ died on the cross in order to restore us to how we were made to be; he suffered the consequence of evil so we don’t have to; his resurrection proves to us that there is hope for the future. Unlike the bracken, we always have the hope of renewal, of healing and of growth; even if we have been bruised.
Simon Carter
Bawtry Evangelical Free Church
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