ICKLINGHAM
VILLAGER
THE SOUTH SUFFOLK SHOW Ampton Racecourse, Ingham
SUNDAY, MAY 12th 2019 A Traditional Agricultural Show
Celebrating Country Life with; Cattle, Sheep,
Pigs & Horses, Farm Machinery,
Trade Stands, Food Hall, Arts & Craft Marquee,
Children’s Entertainment
Public Catering & Bar
Featuring Bolddog Lings FMX Display Team
performing their death-defying
motorcycle stunts Plus Suffolk Gundog Displays, Farriery
Competition, The Sheep Road Show, Falconry,
Terrier Racing,
Chainsaw Carving Demonstration & Auction,
and much, much more!
“A Great Day Out For All The Family” Admission: Adults £12, Children 5-16 £6,
Senior Citizens £7,
Family Ticket (admits 2 adults & up to 3 children) £30
FREE CAR PARKING
For Further Information Tel: 01638 750879
MAY 2019
Icklingham Parish Council
THE DATE OF THE NEXT MEETING IS
14th May at 7.30pm in the Old School Hall
All are welcome to attend
PC Meetings will also be held on 30th July,
24th Sept & 26th November
There are vacancies for three new
Parish Councillors, if you are interested
and want to get more involved in your
village please contact the Clerk
Mrs Vikki Austin on Tel: 01638 510449
Tel: 01842 861748
email [email protected]
or come along to the next meeting and see
what the PC does.
DATES FOR THE DIARY ICKLINGHAM COMMUNITY GROUP are having an OPEN FARM SUNDAY WALK on the 9th June. This will be a walk around Weatherhill Farm exploring all things Archaeological, Rural and Agricultural ! Parking is available at the Farm or if you prefer, walk using Footpath no.1 starting from the Village Green. Meet at the Farm at 11.00am. PROJECT ST JAMES (PSJ) are holding the annual FLOWER FESTIVAL on the 6th-7th July 11.00am-4.00pm. More details to follow in the next newsletter. ICKLINGHAM COMMUNITY GROUP (ICG) are organising a SALE TRAIL on the 3rd AUGUST 11.00am - 4.00pm. More details to follow in July newsletter. PSJ - FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS T.B.C. ICG - VILLAGE WALK T.B.C ICG - QUIZ NIGHT T.B.C.
Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds The Theatre Royal was designed by renowned architec t William Wilkins who is famous for designing the National Ga llery and University College London. With many of its origina l features still intact it is the last remaining Regency playh ouse in the country, and one of the most beautiful, intimate an d historic theatres in the world. You can find out more about the rich and vibrant hi story of one of the oldest working theatre buildings in the coun try. The tours provide a fascinating and lively insight to t he theatre’s history and last approximately one hour. £7.50 per person (National Trust members can access the tour free, p lease bring your membership card with you). Coming on May 12th is a “A fascinating insight into human life on the edge”. Terry Waite CBE is a British Quaker, Anglican, humanitarian and author. In the 1980s he was Archbi shop of Canterbury’s Assistant for Anglican Communion Affai rs. As an envoy for the Church of England, he travelled to Le banon to try to secure the release of four hostages including jo urnalist John McCarthy. He was himself held captive between 1987 and 1991. Terry Waite survived for 1,763 days in captivity, a lmost four years of which were in solitary confinement. Martin Bell OBE is one of British Media’s most resp ected war correspondents and will interview Terry on stage at Theatre Royal Bury St Edmunds. This is a fundraising event to support Theatre Roya l. Call the Box Office on 01284-769505 Mon – Sat 10am – 6pm for more information
COFFEE MORNING
at St.. James Church on May 25th
10.30am onwards. A fun and friendly morning,
come along & get to know
your neighbours
CAKES & BOOKS FOR SALE
RAFFLE
Police in Suffolk are urging people who fly drones, either commercially or as hobbyists, to be
mindful of the locations they operate in at this time of year due to nesting birds.
The county has some very sensitive sites in Suffolk where rare bird breeds, both native and
non-native, are either already nesting or will shortly be arriving to do so. Some of these sites
are protected from entry, so some users of drone may want to try and get a view from above,
using the technology that is available.
People who fly drones are reminded that it is an offence to intentionally or recklessly disturb
any wild bird listed on Schedule 1 whilst it is nest building or is in, on or near a nest with eggs
or young; or to disturb the dependant young of such a bird.
Sgt Brian Calver from the Rural Crime team said: "From a birds perspective, a drone is likely to
be seen as a predator and as such cause distress and disturbance, which amounts to an offence,
if nesting. Just causing the bird to momentarily leave the nest is sufficient to commit the
offence. We do not want to spoil everyone’s enjoyment of the countryside, but we would urge
users of drones to be sensible and think twice about where they are flying.”
Fabian Harrison, from RSPB Suffolk, said: "Drones can have severe consequences for breeding
birds, leading to abandonment and an increased risk of detection by predators. At a time when
wildlife already faces so many challenges, we are imploring the public to stay vigilant this
summer and keep an eye out for wildlife crime. Remember – if you see a crime in progress,
always call 999.”
Police would also take the opportunity to remind people that the legislation is also relevant to
dog owners around ground nesting birds, so equally we would urge people to be considerate
and think about where they let their dogs off the lead.
If officers get evidence of such offences being committed, police will take action, which could
potentially result in six months imprisonment or a fine of up to £5,000
Minutes of the meeting of Icklingham Parish Council held on Tuesday 26 March 2019 at 7.30 pm
in the Old School Hall, Icklingham Present: Cllr D Baugh (DB) Chair, Cllr K Baugh (KB) Cllr R Moss (RM) Cllr V Halford (VH) Mrs Vikki Austin – Parish Clerk Public Forum - No members of the public present APOLOGIES - No Apologies DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST - None CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES The Minutes of the meeting held on 22 January 2019, were duly signed FOLLOW UP ITEMS 1. Bus Shelter – Cllr RH will speak to Matt Goodwin to obtain a completion date, once the project this will be included in the Parish Council’s insurance. 2. Defibrillators in Phone Box – The Clerk will write to County and District Councillors to apply for monies from their Locality Budgets as to whether they can help to fund this project and also Cllr RM will investigate about the possibility of running this on a stand alone battery supply. Before the Parish Council reconsiders other future options for the Phone Box. 3. Playing Field Maintenance – Clerk is still awaiting a response from Elveden Farms with reference as to being a SSSI before instructing S P Landscapes to start work.
SUMMER EVENT - After discussions it was decided to hold Community drop-in event in Community Centre in September to give residents the chance to discuss what sort of event they would like to see held in the community. Date to be confirmed. PLANNING MATTERS - Nothing received
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED Letter of Resignation from Cllr Helen Graham Message from DCllr Rona Burt wishing Icklingham PC well for the future. Email received re Dog Fouling and suggested areas for signs. Clerk updated on this, she would ask for 10 signs and it was agreed that Cllr RH would arrange for these to be put up is the locations that had been suggest once the signs are received from Forest Heath District Council. The Clerk provided the Chairman with the spreadsheet containing details of all payments and receipts which was duly signed as a true representation of the accounts. DISTRICT COUNCILLOR’S REPORT - Nothing received COUNTY COUNCILLOR’S REPORT - Nothing received
Date of next meeting TUESDAY 14 May 2019 AT 7.30PM There being no further business, the meeting closed at
8.07pm A full copy of these minutes can be found on the PC notice
board by The Red Lion.
Herby Spring Chicken Pot Pie
• 2 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for brushing over the pastry
• bunch spring onions, sliced into 3cm pieces
• 250gms frozen spinach
• 6 ready-cooked chicken thighs (or 400gms shredded
roast chicken leftovers from Sunday lunch)
• 350ml hot chicken stock
• ½ tbsp wholegrain mustard
• 200gms frozen peas
• 200ml half-fat crème fraîche
• ½ small bunch tarragon, leaves finely chopped
• small bunch parsley, finely chopped
• 270g pack Filo pastry Heat oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Heat the oil in a large, shallow casserole dish on a medium heat. Add the spring onions and fry for 3 mins, then stir thr ough the frozen spinach and cook for 2 mins or until it’s starting to wilt. Remove the skin from the chicken and discard. Shred the chicken off the bone and into th e pan, and discard the bones. Stir through the stock and mustard. Bring to a simmer and cook, uncovered, for 5-10 mins. Stir in the peas, crème fraîche and herbs, then remove from the heat. Scrunch the filo pastry sheet s over the mixture, brush with a little oil and bake for 15-20 mins or until golden brown. Enjoy Thanks Cara for this recipe, Tasty and easy !
The Old School Hall Icklingham
Available for hire Meetings – Parties – Clubs
Rates variable to suit. From £12 to £20 per hour, £50 half day – £90 full day.
Contact David on 07484 828555
or phone 01284 728768 email
GARDENING TIPS FOR MAY 1. Watch out for late frosts. Protect tender plants 2. Earth up potatoes, promptly plant any remaining 3. Plant out summer bedding at the end of the month (except in cold areas) 4. Water early and late to get the most out of your water, recycle water when possible 5. Regularly hoe off weeds 6. Open greenhouse vents/doors on warm days 7. Mow lawns weekly 8. Check for nesting birds before clipping hedges 9. Lift and divide overcrowded clumps of daffodils and other spring-flowering bulbs 10. Watch out for viburnum beetle and lily beetle grubs
Email Alan on [email protected]
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in areas open to the public. This is a legal requirement as described under
the Public Spaces Protection Order (Dogs) 2017 (refer to this for
exceptions to picking up dog foul). If you do not then you may be issued
with a Fixed Penalty Notice. If you do not pay the Fixed Penalty Notice then
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ST. JAMES CHURCH
Church Wardens
Dorothy Handford 712439
Sue Marston 713801
May 12th SERVICE OF THE WORD
May 26th HOLY COMMUNION
June 9th SERVICE OF THE WORD
June 23rd HOLY COMMUNION
All Services start at 9.30am
Please contact the Church Wardens
for further information
A BIG HAPPY BIRTHDAY
TO AVA CURTIS 8 years old on May 24th
With lots of love from
xx Granma & Granpa xx
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