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Page 1: Jul 10, Issue 17, The Epworth & Belton Arrow

July 2010 Issue 17

Community Police

News Page 16

Where You Live,

Your Local History

Page 21

Concert in the Park

Page 30,31

and much more...

www.arrowpublications.co.uk

Haxey P T Taxis

01427 754531

07790 817691

NOW TAKING AIRPORT RUNS North Lincolnshire

Licensed Hackney Carriage All Fares charged at Hackney

Carriage Tariff

Free Entry £3.00 Show Brochure or £5.00

Parking to include show brochure.

No dogs!

The Arrow magazine is not

part of the show brochure.

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2 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 3

Editors Letter....

How does every woman feel at

this moment, probably single,

with the World Cup now in full swing. In my household its probably the

opposite, I will be supporting England, shouting

at the TV, jumping up and down on the sofa

whilst my husband feels abandoned! Come on England you can do it! Apart from the World Cup, lots going on this

Summer, anyone who hasn't contacted me yet,

please email me with your details. Also any news,

you would like your local community to know

about, let me know.

Advertising in the Arrow only starts at £20 per

month for the eight of a page advert. All you local

businesses, please support your local Arrow by

letting the local people know you are there by

offering your services.

Give me a ring for more details and offers!

If you know of anyone who lives outside the

delivery area and doesn't receive an ‗Arrow‘, you

can now view all the magazines on our website.

www.arrowpublications.co.uk

Best Wishes

Carolyn Grant (Editor) 1 Nether Cantley Lane, Old Cantley,

Doncaster, South Yorkshire,

DN3 3QQ

01302 532676

07912643010

[email protected]

www.arrowpublications.co.uk

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4 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements

News, News, News, News, News, News, News...

Smartest Baa None! opened its

doors on 1st May in Fountain

Court selling designer children’s

wear and it’s owner Jane Keightley

has already been nominated for a

prestigious award. Mrs Ann Markham from HSBC in Epworth nomi-

nated Smartest, Baa None!

For the 2010 HSBC Start-Up Stars Award. The

awards, now in their 10th year, recognise and cele-

brate the achievements of the best start up busi-

nesses in the UK. The judging panel will assess al entries and decide

on regional finalists and ultimately a regional win-

ner, who will go forward to represent the region

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ter Hotel in October. There is also the opportu-

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 5

Chris Broad Local Domestic

Appliance Engineer

Repairs & Sales

*Washing Machines *Tumble

Dryers * Dishwashers * Cookers*

Refrigerators *Vacuum Cleaners All work guaranteed.

We offer a professional and personal service.

01427 752146 / 07786 512158

Coffee morning and cake stall to

be held on Saturday 14th August

in aid of the Alzheimer's Society. Please come along and support us!

Everyone Welcome. Also raffle... 10.30 am Haxey Memorial Hall.

If anyone would like to donate or would like further details please contact Gillian Snow 01427 753039

Anyone like to Sequence Dance?

Nothing to do on a Saturday

night... Every Saturday night at the

Thurlow Hall, Epworth 7.30pm—10pm £1.50

Contact Mr Law 01427 874096 for further details.

West Butterwick Field Day will be

held on Saturday 21st August – at-

tractions including Batons of Steel Majorettes and a

Fly Ball display are being booked. There will be

many other things including games, stalls, races for

children and a licensed bar.

If you haven‘t been to West Butterwick Field Day

before, do come this year for a fun afternoon.

Further information will be available later.

Owston Ferry Smithy Museum

and Heritage Centre is open every Sun-

day from 2pm until 5pm. Entrance is £2.00. The

museum can b e found on High Street, Owston

Ferry. Visits at other times by groups can be

arranged by telephoning Don Clayphan on 01427

728361.

Owston Ferry Field Day & Craft

Fair to be held on Sunday July 4th at the Coronation Hall and the Recreational Field

in Owston Ferry, start time 11.00am onwards. All proceeds are going to support the Owston

Ferry & Epworth LIVES group. (Lincolnshire Inte-

grated Voluntary Emergency Service)

Stalls include crafts, games, tombola, goodies to

spoil yourself , bric a brac, and of course cakes. There will also be displays (by Attitude Theatre

Art, Street Beat, Baa None Fashion Show, All

Starts Tae Kwon Do & a CPR Demonstration) We also have a Rodeo Bull, donkey rides, bouncy

castle (suitable for all ages), a large inflatable slide,

archery (for you to have a go), the fire engine will

be present, as will our very own fortune telling

gypsy, also a tuck shop, burgers and of course tea

& coffee to name but a few of the things organised.

This year we are also running a cake competition

and "Bling Your Bike" (decorate your

bike) competition. Age groups for both competi-

tions are 'up to & inc 10years' and '11years &

over'. Cakes will be judged at 1.30pm and bikes at

2.00pm; no entry fee.

Haxey Summer Fête Sunday

8 August from 1pm onwards. Events include Pri-

mary School 5 a side football tournament, live

music, beer/wine tent, food, tombola, games and

various entertainment stalls.

All proceeds to Haxey Playing Fields Association

News, News, News, News, News, News, News...

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space for £20 +

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6 Please mention “The Arrow” when responding to advertisements

July 10th is officially Rescue Day!

This day could not occur without the tremendous

work carried out by the Rescue Day Committee

and the generosity of the many helpers and

sponsors along with our Host who have

contributed and continue to assist in making

Rescue Day one of the largest of its kind in both

the UK and Europe. Our primary aim today is to bring together

members of the Emergency Services from within

our region and neighbouring regions / Counties

along with other voluntary and Aid organisations in

order to provide our communities with

information and demonstration in the promotion

of Safer Roads and Waterside Safety within our

region and to the wider communities also. It is our

intention to deliver this by way of Road Traffic

Collision Demonstrations, Water Rescue

Demonstrations along with educational trailers and

stands from the Emergency Services and Aid

organisations. Our chosen charity for this year‘s

event is Help for Heroes and it is hoped that along

with the generosity of sponsors we can raise as

much money as possible for such a worthy cause.

Narrowboat Experience

Day on The Chesterfield

Canal

Take the tiller & learn the

basics of narrowboating &

working the locks or just relax & enjoy this

beautiful canal and countryside.

Breakfast butties, afternoon tea all inclusive

Memento certificate & booklet Ring for details 07771 795397 or 01427 892881

Ideal gift for someone special / Gift Vouchers www.narrowboatexperiencedays.co.uk

Can readers please note in the

advert for sunspot last month

there was an error. It is recommended for children

to use up to SF50 sun cream

NOT SF15 as the advert

suggests.

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 7

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 9

Would you like to earn extra money and

Keep fit at the same time!

Delivery rounds may be available in your

area.

I am also taking names for Holiday &

Sickness cover. Contact Carolyn for more details

01302 532676 or 07912 643010

[email protected]

She Shines Cleaner/Domestic Help £10 per hour

Cleaning, Ironing, Washing, Cooking, Shopping

Steam Cleaning £15 per hour Windows, Ovens, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Wall

Tiles & Hard Floors

Regular or One off Cleaning End of tenancy cleaning Moving In/Out cleaning Before & After Parities

Contact sheena 01427 872226

Pretty in Pink! I am sure many of you living in Belton know

Jaimie who delivers the Arrow every

month. On returning from Egypt, after

spending much longer there because of the

volcanic ash, before she could get into the

swing of delivering again, Jaimie broke her

arm! I wish Jaimie a speedy recovery and

hopefully see her back to her round in a

couple of months.

Carolyn (Editor)

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 11

Epworth Open Gardens July 24th & 25th 2010

A number of private gardens plus Long Mare and Foal Allotments and the

Epworth Old Rectory are going to be open for public viewing on the weekend of

the 24th/25th July where people can explore the different styles of gardening

including wildflower, woodland, patio, ponds, raised beds and borders, cottage

gardens, as well as vegetable plots.

Plant, book stalls and strawberry teas are available (see programme for details).

Cost for admission is £3.00 per person with all the proceeds going to Lindsey

Lodge Hospice.

The programme has full details of which gardens are open and includes a map,

these are available from the Lindsey Lodge Hospice shop which is located on

Epworth High Street.

A

lternatively contact Mrs Yvonne Oliver on 01427 873962 or

Mrs Sandra Jump on 01427 875722.

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Cockroaches Moles and all other pests No cal out fee. 24/7 Rapid Response

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 13

Epworth Primary School News

Letter

Ofsted say school is making good progress

We have just received our latest Ofsted report

following their monitoring visit near the end of last

term. The Inspectors found that good progress has

been made in all 5 areas.

The report found that pupils‘ progress is gathering

pace, standards are beginning to rise steadily and

the …underperformance identified in key stage 1 is

being eradicated as a result of the effective actions

implemented so far.‘

The report also commented on the steps taken to

ensure all safeguarding requirements are met and the pupils ‗are safe, happy and their views are listened to

and taken seriously.‘ Pupils behavior remains good and ‗there is a strong sense of community throughout

the school.‘

We were pleased that the hard work of everyone in school in making the improvements needed has been

recognised and remain determined to continue to improve.

Austerfield Residential

Year 3 children had a very enjoyable taster of a residential visit staying two days and one night at the

Austerfield Field Studies Centre.

During our time at the centre the children learnt about rocks and soils and animal habitats. They visited a

sand quarry and the ‗Animal House‘ at the centre, home of various creepy crawlies and snakes.

The teachers cooked tea and breakfast with the children serving and washing up (or at least using the

dishwasher).

For many children it was their first time away from home but everyone had a great time and I am sure

they will remember their stay for a long time as a highlight of their year. We all liked it so much that we

have already booked it next year for Year 3 children.

Stay and Play restarts

‗Little Treasures‘ Stay and Play has started again in the Children‘s Centre from 1:00 – 2:30pm. This is for

pre-school children and parents to play together.

The Stay and Play Sessions last year held in the school hall were very popular and we are pleased the

Children‘s centre for the South of the Isle in our grounds is now finished and handed over so we can

offer the sessions again.

All parents with pre-school children are welcome to attend.

Best wishes

John Hodgkins

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 15

Flowers for Someone Special

Do you know someone special? Someone who has gone the extra mile for others or someone who just deserves something nice.

I would like to nominate my wife Mary Addlesee, who was awarded the 'Life begins Award'

by North Lincs council. Mary makes an invaluable contribution to the village of Epworth. As well as working voluntary in the local hospice shop, and doing a few cleaning jobs for the

elderly, Mary dedicates her time to improving the quality of life for people aged 50+. Mary is a well known lady in Epworth, who takes the bookings for the church hall, and helps run the bingo and whistdrive. I am sure everyone who knows Mary would welcome her into

receiving this bouquet courtesy of Toni Gravel of Fountain Court Florist.

The Arrow and Fountain Court Florist would love to send someone special a bouquet. Listen to Trax FM in the morning to hear your nominations. Contact [email protected] or call 01302 532676 with your nominations...

Fountain Court Florist

01427 874831

Flower Festival, Craft and Hobby Celebration

to be held on Saturday 11th – Sunday 12th September 2010 at

All Saints’ Church, Belton

This is a new venture to open up the recently decorated church building

for visitors and to celebrate the crafts and hobbies that are enjoyed by the

people of our area.

We would love to hear from anyone who has a hobby or craft, which they

would like to display or demonstrate in the church over this particular

weekend; please contact Janice Tindale 01427 872789 (if

necessary leave a message on the answer phone).

The church will be open from 10am until 5pm on Saturday and Sunday with light refreshments available on both days.

We hope as many people as possible will take the

opportunity to visit Belton‘s oldest building and enjoy the

exhibition.

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Epworth Police Report Westgate Road, Belton– this is a particularly well used road

within Belton to both residential and business locations. The

issues along this road are mainly about road traffic issues and

the Neighbourhood Action team are seeking to address these

concerns with the relevant partnership agencies that have a

responsibility for road safety.

In one stretch of the road a new Neighbourhood watch

scheme has been set up by the residents and police attended

its inaugural meeting recently.

All Saints Church, Stocks Hill, BELTON – Criminal

Damage and Youths congregating within the church grounds

and also at the Village Hall next door to the church. Analysis

shows that most reports are timed in the early evenings. With lighter evenings upon us and the impending

school summer breaks this type of behaviour becomes noticeable to local residents and users of both the

church and hall. Patrols continue however the problem has abated slightly. It would be wise to mention

also that if the hot summer weather appears it does not mean that young people can swim in the

brickyard pond at the rear of the Welham Estate, Belton it is not safe to do so.

Stool Close Road/Jeffrey Lane, Belton – this small development subjected to reports various issues

however the number of reports has dropped drastically but will continue to be monitored by the

neighbourhood team in conjunction with partner agencies. Due to a recent burglary on Jeffrey Lane,

patrols have been stepped up and anyone seeking crime prevention advice can contact the neighbourhood

team.

Officers continue to work with the local authority and youths to support diversionary activities for youths

to prevent them offending. This includes support of the playing field associations in fundraisers.

2010 Lifestyle project has been launched and local children are encouraged to participate and perhaps win

a trip to Florida. Anyone wishing to participate should direct their attention to our website

www.humberside.police.uk/lifestyle or contact 01482 220700.

Walkabout surgeries;- the next planned date is;-

Wednesday 14th July, 3-4pm BELTON – starting off at Westgate Road.

We will endeavour to attend on these dates unless other policing priorities prevent us from doing so.

PC‘s Sally Jameson, and Tina Starbuck will be attending the next Neighbourhood Action Team meeting for

the Central ward of the Isle, on Tuesday 14th September 2010 at, The Imperial Hall, Epworth at 7pm. The

Chair Clr Liz Redfern invites members of the public to attend the hall at

6-45pm for the public to have an informal chat with the Neighbourhood Action Team prior to the official

meeting which the public cannot remain at. If you are unable to attend please contact your parish

councillor or the team to discuss any issues.

You can contact Humberside Police on 0845 60 60 222 for non-emergency calls. You can also contact

Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. When contacting Crimestoppers you do not have to give your name

and you may be eligible for a cash reward for information you give.

PC 1169 JAMESON is responsible for the Neighbourhood Action team for the Central Ward of the Isle of

Axholme, and will be working with Pc Starbuck and PCSO 7577 PEARSON, the Police Community

Support Officer.who regularly patrols the Central area of the Isle and will be happy to discuss any

community issues with you. Please feel free to stop and speak with him or alternatively contact us via the

above telephone number.

The police station at Epworth also provides a front counter service for two days a

week, Tuesday and Thursday, between 9am and 3pm. This can be subject to change at

short notice, but if this happens a notice will be on the front door at Epworth.

Police Constable

1839 Tina Starbuck

Police

Community Support Officer 7577 Stewart

Pearson

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To advertise please call 01302 532676 or 07912 643010 17

Taking Bookings Now! Lots of exciting activities based around extensive secure outdoor areas and woodlands.

Healthy homemade dinners and a light tea provided.

All snacks, drinks and treats provided.

Age 5-11yrs. Open 7:45am – 6pm.

Themed weeks to include:

Camp Coneygarth, Cowboy & Indians, Pirate Week, Harry Potter Wk ,

Narnia Wk , Fancy dress, Dr Who Day, Fete Day, Maize the Maize, BBQ‘s, Water Play and lots of Sport Activities.

Kids at Coneygarth Holiday Club

Coneygarth Farm Haxey Nr Doncaster 01427 753173

www.coneygarthfarmdaynursery.co.uk

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Lincolnshire at War St Andrew‘s Church, Epworth, is hosting an event with a theme of Lincoln-

shire at War during the period 9th to 12th September. This is in association

with the Lincolnshire Heritage Open Days Steering Group.

Lincolnshire Heritage Open Days is part of the national and European

Heritage Open Days. Around 50 European countries or states take part

annually and the events attract in excess of 20 million visitors.

The Epworth event will concentrate on World Wars One and Two with

particular emphasis on social history aspects of the Isle of Axholme. To

make the event successful items of memorabilia, printed articles, memories

etc are required by the organising committee for use during the activity

period. If you have something suitable then please make contact. Any item

on loan to the organising committee will be cared for and returned to the

owners.

Volunteers are also required to help stage the event in the way of help to

prepare the exhibition or to perform the duties of stewards.

Contact:

Melvyn Rose

01427 872080

[email protected]

A wedding day photograph of Edward

(Teddy) Robertshaw of Surrey and An-

nie Burkinshaw late of Belton who were

married at Belton Church on 26th

June,very early in the morning, 1943.

The dress is in dusty pink.

The West

Kent

Regiment badge

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The Isle of Axholme Where You Live Your Local History

Adapted by Anthony Catherall

THE DRAINAGE OF THE ISLE OF AXHOLME

The years between 1626 and 1719 were a time of trouble and violence in the Isle of Axholme. In 1626 Cornelius Vermuyden was granted the opportunity to drain Hatfield Levels (or Chase) that was the Kings land. At the time King Charles1 was short of money and Parliament refused to give him any except under certain conditions. He granted Vermuyden permission to drain Hatfield Chase. To be successful the surrounding lowland also had to be drained; thus the western part of the Isle of Axholme was included. The King, Vermuyden and the local tenants were each to receive one third of the drained land. At the time before the drainage the Isle was surrounded by water with the River Trent to the East, River Dun (Don) to the north, the River Torne to the west with the River Idle to both south and west. The rivers meandered fairly freely constantly changing their beds. In

winter much of the land was flooded. Quite large boats could sail between Wroot, Haxey Carr and the River Trent. The low lying watery area were full of fish and fowl including Herons, Bitterns, Storks, Cranes, Swans, Ducks, Geese, Curlews, Snipes, Redshanks, Plover, Waterhen, and Teal that were of obvious importance to the locals. Between Hatfield and Westwoodside there was about three feet of water all year round flooding about 60.000 acres. In summer some of the less flooded land dried sufficiently to be used as common pastureland. Their use was protected by the Deed of 1359 by John de Mowbray. Peat was cut for local use and some for sale in York that was said to depend on Axholme peat, as London did on Newcastle coal. Some attempts at artificial drainage had been made before Vermuyden. In the reign of Edward 111, commissioners were set up to build a channel to relieve the waters of the Idle and maintain it. Bykersdike was dug from the Isle to Stockwith to do this. Later in the reign of Henry V, commissioners cut Mare Dyke and made a sluice to try to control the waters of the Dun and short cut the waters to the Trent at Luddington. Snow Sewer and Hekdyke were also pre-Vermuyden attempts at Drainage. Vermuyden agreed to drain the area in 1626. Of the drained land the local people were to receive one third, the King one third, and Vermuyden and his shareholders called Participants were to receive one third. The work was started in 1627 and finished in 1629. About 50 Dutch workmen and Dutch equipment was used. They set up their camp at Santoft. Vermuyden‘s task was to drain Hatfield Chase that was Crown land and the overflowing lands surrounding it including the western part of the Isle of Axholme. The meandering Idle River in the south was cut off at Idle Stop and the waters directed down Bykersdyke to the River Trent at Stockwith. The Dun River‘s northwest branch was cut near Snaith and a five and a half mile drain called Dutch River was cut to Goole for this water. The River Torne was restricted into the new Torne river channel from near Wroot to come out to the Trent at Althorpe. Due north from Idle Stop was cut the new Idle Drain crossing the River Torne at Tunnel Pits as far as Dirtness. Here it ran parallel to a similar drain from Tudworth due west. They ran side by side to the Trent at Althorpe. High embankments were built on the right hand bank of the River Dun and on the north bank of Bykersdyke. The work was done in two years and cost £400,000 – a vast sum in those days.

Continued next month Make sure you see a copy of the Arrow...

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Now & Then – Then & Now No. 15 By Anthony Catherall

This month and every month; see Epworth & Belton in bygone days and compare to today‘s

images.

The ‗Rio‘ cinema in Queen Street Epworth, co-owner Sidney York stands proudly outside. Opening in 1938 its first event was by the Epworth Operatic Society, who performed their production of ‗No No

Nanette‘ for a week on the stage of the theatre. The first film however was the 1937 musical ‗Rosalie‘ then came a western ‗The Badman of Brimstone‘, followed by the 1925 film ‗The Rat‘. The cinema was very popular with folks

from all over the Isle and beyond, people flocked there to see their favourite films, some even parked their bicycles in the house opposite. In the early years a pretty usherette Barbara Johnson showed people to their seats whilst

upstairs George Smith helped in the projection room. Several well-known stars later also played the theatre, including Shirley Bassey who stayed at Low Burnham and Billy J. Kramer. Whilst Billy J. was in Epworth he had his

hair cut by Elsie Boggis in her high street shop (now Serendipity). Although not charged even a pound, he gave Elsie a ten pound note and said ―its my best ever hair cut‖. Sadly in the early hours of June 1 1978 a serious fire broke

out and the cinema was ruined. For those readers who are new to the Isle, the picture below shows the two detached houses built on the old site of the Rio. The wall and gates of Chancel House can be seen on the left.

Do you love history in your local area? Be included in the up and coming issues of the

Arrow.

Send your photographs, postcards to be used in the Arrow.

(any hard copies returned) or even your views to; [email protected]

Selected photographs used in the article will qualify for a £10 voucher to

spend at Jonathan David of High Street Epworth.

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IT’S THE RULE! As this letter is being read many will have been watching World Cup

football matches, with some no doubt containing controversial issues. Some of

this controversy will have been due to interpretation of the rules, or more accu-

rately, differing interpretation of the same rules.

In North America football the rules are interpreted in such a way that

diving or cheating to gain a penalty is considered to be the most serious misde-

meanour, often with players surrounding the offender and emphatically pointing

him out as a cheat. Yet the same players accept shirt- pulling and holding to pre-

vent an opposing player getting away. On the other hand in Southern Europe it is

said that extravagant diving is more normal, and it is the shirt holding which is viewed as unacceptable!

Yet both leagues play to the same rule book..

Whatever the field we are engaged in, rules play a large part. The issue of MPs expenses has

been a very recent instance of the rules being interpreted in different ways. Some MPs consider that they

have been vilified even though they have simply kept the rules and the interpretation of them as given.

Rule interpretation is a serious business.

The people of Israel prided themselves in their rule keeping, but in the teaching of Jesus the rule

keeping was summarised into two principles, that of love for God, and love for neighbour. Such princi-

ples or ideals provide a surer framework that the detail of rules.

In the South African World Cup however players and referees regard the rules, it is to be

hoped that the best team wins, not according to some bureaucratic record of fair play points, but with the

best team on goals fairly scored.

David Leese, Superintendent Minister, Epworth and Crowle Circuit.

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The Beautiful Game

As I write this, the sun is shining but more importantly, South Africa has just drawn with Mexico in

the first game of the Football World Cup. By the time you read this, you will either be enjoying a

feast of football or vowing that you never want to see a football let alone a whole football match ever again!

It‘s a bit like that with the Church. Depending on your experience of Church in the past, you either

go week by week or ignore the place altogether.

But just supposing that England gets into the final, would those of you who have had too much foot-

ball be tempted to watch and celebrate? Or if you are really opposed to football might you not be

tempted back for a quick burst of ―Match of the Day‖ on a cold winter‘s evening?

Whatever the weather, the Church is there for you. No matter how long it has been since you

came to Church, ‗the Lord of the Church‘ is waiting to greet you. Come back and meet Him, any

Sunday, at a Church near you.

Rev Timothy Buckley

Rector of All Saints Church, part of The Belton Group of Parishes

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Concert in the Park!

Hey all you music lovers listen up, it‘s time

to get your voices tuned up and your flags

at the ready for this years immensely popu-

lar Band Concert on Sunday 18th July at

Belton Playing Fields on the A161 to Gains-

borough Junction 2 on the M180. Once

again a terrific cast ensures a great day out

for the whole family. You can come along

early at about 3.30 to ‗bag‘ a prime position

and bring your picnics or take advantage of

the excellent catering facilities. The Royal

Oak Caterers offer good food and good

value for money. Bring your own rugs, tables, chairs, come

prepared what ever the weather. The

show goes on regardless of the weather,

starting promptly at 6.30pm, hosted by

John Hayes. There will be no licensed bar

this year, as so many of you prefer to bring

your own! What a great show its going to be! One of

the top brass bands in the country, The

HEPWORTH (Cookson Homes) BAND

have delighted audiences here for two

years now and will again be co-ordinating

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Members of Axholme Camera Club did

not have to venture far to find subjects

to photograph for one of the recent

competitions. They were only allowed to venture two

miles from home. Encouraging people to look at their locality

in a new light, the entries were many and varied, providing

the judge with food for thought.

A Landscape or Seascape competition produced images from

far afield. Mick Revill of Crowle entered Sunset in South

Africa, Dave Neale Spitzbergen and George Fiddler one

from the USA . The judge, Ernie Jackson of Doncaster, had

some difficult decisions to make. The winners, however,

were Andrew Kershaw , with 4 prints in the ratings, including

the winner in the monochrome section, and Jean Goodburne

of Hatfield, winner of the colour section. Peter Webster,

Judy Newton, and Lynda Ulyett also scored 19s.

Due to adverse weather conditions early in the year, many of

the postponed programmes have been rearranged for the

last few weeks of the summer. The Audio Visual

presentations, pictures to music, was well supported with many first timers showing their work alongside

some excellent work from the more experienced, although it was relative new-comer Jean Goodburne

who yet again showed her rapidly developing talent with her very technical offering 'Birds'.

It is time for the Battles once more, when member clubs of the Lincolnshire Photographic Association go

head to head. Axholme hosted their first round at home, where their opponents will be Grimsby and

Ashby. Grimsby won the round with 273 points, Axholme were second with 261 and Ashby gained 239.

The next round for Axholme will be at Cleethorpes where they take on Cleethorpes Camera Club and

North East Lincs Photographic Society.

Three members have gained entry to a biennial Exhibition held at Grimsby. David Neale, Andrew Kershaw

and Geoge Fiddler have a total of nine prints accepted. A total of 100 prints are chosen from all the

entries to go forward to the competition.

Photo shoot trips are always subject to the vagaries of the weather, but members may be seen out and

about in the coming months wielding their cameras in a variety of places locally. In inclement weather,

indoor discussions, workshops etc will operate.

Temple View by Peter Webster

Whitby by Andrew Kershaw

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On Friday 14th May, 14 cyclists and 2 back up crew from the Isle of Axholme, left the comfort of their homes and embarked on the 4 hour journey to Workington to start the famous

Coast to Coast cycling challenge.

Every year isle personal trainer Paul Seaman takes a team of between 12 and 20 clients on the coast to

coast as part of the yearly events calendar he organises for clients. All clients have to prepare for the

challenge as its 140 miles of cycling across some of the most demanding terrain in the British Isles and

certainly not for the faint hearted. Saturday morning arrived, sunny with a gentle breeze and after a good nights sleep everyone was ready to

begin the 45 mile trek from Workington to Greystoke. Passing through Keswick and taking in the magnifi-

cent sights of the Lake District the team of 14 split up as 7 slightly mad cyclists took the off road route up

the Old Coach Road and the other 7 took the more sensible route along the road. The F.A. cup final

seemed to spur us on to finish the first day in record time. We were all in the pub by 3pm, a great days

cycling with some tough hills behind us, however nothing compared to what day 2 had in store for us! Sunday morning, the sun was shining again, we had picked the right weekend to for this challenge for sure.

The shortest distance of the whole 3 days, just 38 miles of sheer torture, meaning tackling the hardest hills

the lake district had to offer, if i said Hartside and Garragill, those that have done the C2C will be cringing

now just thinking about them. Another good days cycling, finishing at 3pm again, this team is by far the

fittest i have taken on the C2C, the're making it look too easy, must be the training they put in before

hand now paying dividends for them. Monday morning, last day and the farthest distance to cover, 60 miles to the finish, initially a hilly start but

the last 30 miles was downhill, what a relief. This day was never ending, it seemed to drag on and on,

however at 4pm, we all reached our destination, Tynemouth. With a celebratory drink or two, we rested

up in the Port Hole Pub and waited for our transport back to the Isle of Axholme, the 2010 C2C com-

pleted! Well done to all the team members this year, the training paid off and you all did yourselves proud. See

you all next year for Whitehaven to Sunderland!

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Farming on the Isle at

Harvester Farm , Epworth

This has been a month of ―ups‖ and ―downs‖ as

is the nature of livestock farming – nothing can

predict what will be thrown at you – just have

to do the best that you can and hope you make

the right decisions.

Firstly shearing was highlighted on the calendar

to start at the beginning of the month with the

hogs(last years lambs) and the rams to be done

first followed by the rest of the ewes .Dean, our trusty Shearer, arrived early, with hope the

weather would hold ( cloudy with a strong wind) got into a good start with Bill and Ben (the

rams).Both behaved reasonably well and considering their size managed to sit still throughout the

process – although Ben did give Dean a steely stare while he was shearing Bill – Dean‘s behind

looked very tempting for a good butt! It was at this point the weather began to prove a problem –

strong windy conditions are not good for wrapping fleeces as we (myself and daughter) discovered.

The rams fleeces are not only thick but they also have a large surface area and after much flapping

about we managed to roll them up and put them into the large special sack provided by the Wool Board. All fleeces have to be checked that no debris is on them before they are rolled up in a special

way and placed in the sacks. These sacks once filled, approx. 25 fleeces, are laced up, labelled and

delivered to the Wool Depot in Stamford.

Deans next task was to shear a small group of ewes but after the second ewe he decided that the

fleeces were not ready – the wool was ―sticky‖ and didn‘t come away from their skin and therefore

would not come off as a fleece but in bits. It was decided to leave them for another 2-3 weeks.

We then moved onto hogs who potentially were going to be a little skitty – first time to be sheared

– but they behaved very well and looked very smart in their neat, trimmed and extremely white

coats. During shearing we managed to have a good inspection of their condition and as we

suspected – due to the rams getting into their field during the bad weather- 4girls were expecting.

These have now given birth, sadly 1 was dead born but the rest are growing rapidly

One of the main pests in sheep at this time is the blow-fly and due to the warm and wet conditions

these insects thrive on the fleeces as a breeding ground for their larvae. They hatch, as maggots and

feed off the skin under the fleece where it is warm and free from any predators, if left this can be

very distressing for the sheep. So until they are shorn we have to be very vigilant checking 2 to 3

times a day.

The lambs are all making amazing progress - -some nearly as big as their mums. Great games are

played out in the field with as many as 30 lambs gathering into a group and running ―stampede

fashion‖ across the field, leaping and jumping knocking over anything that is in their wake!

All the cows and calves were moved out at the beginning of the month with just the bull to move

across to his paddock at Misterton. He was very much looking forward to getting some sunrays on

his back, but unfortunately this has had to be postponed for a number of weeks. This has been due

to 4 of the claves born at Christmas going down with an unknown viral infection. Two of the calves

have made a full recovery and went back out to the field 10 days ago, the third calf unfortunately did

not make it and sadly died, at the beginning of last week. The forth calf is still battling through the

infection and is receiving plenty of TLC. Best Wishes Jill Carr

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Award winning Isle Photographer Steve Oatway is taking a unique approach to family photography, by making it fun and affordable. Throughout

summer he is offering his No 1 Portrait Package which includes a photo session with up to 5 people

and five 7‖ x 5‖ prints (normally £10.99 each) for just £75.

Steve says “Some people think family portraits are out of their reach, because of the cost, but

this package means they can have great family photos for a sensible price”. All of Steve‘s

photo shoots take place on location, most often places familiar to the subjects, like home, the

garden or the local park. This, along with Steve‘s relaxed approach, means the sessions are informal

and enjoyable, which in turn means he can capture real people and real moments, and create images

to treasure.

One of his most recent clients was so thrilled with the images of her family that she is going to make

a photo session with Steve an annual event, saying ―Steve has really caught the boys‘ personalities

and they enjoyed themselves so much. I‘m thrilled to bits, we‘ve got some amazing images - it‘s

wonderful to finally have some proper photographs of the family, I wish we‘d done it ages ago.‖

Steve has also earned a reputation as an excellent wedding photographer, and also takes portraits to

mark special events such as school proms or the arrival of a new baby.

Steve works throughout Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Humberside and Nottinghamshire, and examples of

his work and details of packages can be found at www.steveoatwayphotography.co.uk

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Women’s Institute (WI) Report

I have to begin this with an apology for misinforming you readers. In my first report I

said the WI was formed 70 years ago in the WW2. I got my wars mixed up; it was

during WW1 so the organisation is 95 years old, not 70.

The meeting on Tuesday 8th June was held in the Jonathon David shop on High

Street in Epworth, and was attended by around 25 members. We all enjoyed a cup

of coffee, or hot chocolate with a piece of one of their lovely cakes for some. After

dealing with the business part of the meeting we adjourned up to the business

portion of the shop. We were allowed into the inner sanctum where the chocolates

are made, and cakes decorated, where we were treated to a very informative little

talk on chocolate, and a taste of several varieties that the proprietor, David Wardle,

uses in his products. It was difficult to resist temptation, so in my case, I didn‘t. The chocolate was all

delicious.

After the talk, and time taken to examine some of the equipment, flavourings and colourings that are used,

David went on to demonstrate how to decorate a cake using chocolate. He made it seem oh so easy, but

after having a go myself, I can assure you that it isn‘t. The best part of course is that one gets to eat all

the failed attempts. I will be trying it again at home, as I‘m sure will many of the other members.

A vote of thanks was given to David for his time, and sharing his expertise with us.

The next meeting will be held on the 13th July, and takes the form of a treasure hunt.

Cath Fordham

Contact number 01427 874422

David Wardle of Jonathan David decorating a cake being watched by a number of the members of the WI

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The sun was shining for a fun-filled event on Saturday 12th June when a

Sponsored Toddle took place at Belton Pavilion. There was plenty to see and do with attractions including a Fire Engine, Police Vehicle, Raffle, Tombola,

Cake Stall, Lucky Dip, Name the Bear, Face Painting by the Belton Brownies, Bouncy Castle donated by

Belton Bouncy Castles, Tea, Coffee and Home Made Cakes being served and much more!

Children under 5 took part in a Sponsored Toddle on the playing field and all received a medal for their

efforts. All proceeds raised on the day, and also from the sponsors will go to Barnados and Belwood Playgroup.

It was a great success and special thanks to all those who helped behind the scenes to make it a

memorable day, including members of Belton

Brownies.

Also special thanks once again for the most

generous donations and raffle prizes from local

businesses including Belton Bouncy Castles,

Fountain Court Florist, Kelly Shaw Photography,

Medley Farm Shop, Metres to Miles, Mimosa,

Penbox, Salon 10, Something Special, Smartest Baa

None and The Salon to name but a few.

Debbie Bradwell

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History of the Highway Code Dear readers, With 1st June marking the 75th anniversary of the introduction of the driving test in the UK.

It needs drivers to continually improve their driving techniques in increasingly demanding driving conditions and keep their skill levels up to date. Our driving tests, however, have changed little over the years and an improvement in driving standards is needed

to fill the gap. Although cars are becoming easier to drive – with much improved brakes and suspension as well as power-steering and a host of other safety systems. Traffic has significantly increased and traffic networks have become immensely more complex, so the driver

needs far more understanding of what‘s going on outside the car. In the UK 71 per cent of road deaths occur on rural roads. It is improving the driver what will make the single biggest improvement to road safety in the future,

In 1935 the driving test was introduced: within a year the death toll had fallen by nearly a thousand

were two-thirds fewer deaths (2,538), but fourteen times as many vehicles (34 million)

plenty of room for improvement. The 1931 edition: cost one old penny contained 18 pages of advice, com-pared to 133 pages in the 2007 edition. In 1935 edition included advice to drivers of horse drawn vehicles to ‗rotate the whip above the head; then incline the whip to the right or left to show the direction in which the turn is to

be made. Since those early days, regular revisions of the Code have reflected changes in technology and develop-ments in traffic management and road safety. Diagrams of road signs - just ten signs in all - were first seen in the second edition, as was a warning about the

dangers of driving when affected by alcohol or fatigue. Stopping distances made their first appearance in the third edition, along with new sections giving hints on driving and cycling. The arrival of motorways in the late 1950s led to the inclusion, in the fifth edition, of a new section on motorway driving, explaining such things as how to use

exit slip roads and advising drivers to avoid drowsiness by stretching their legs at the parking or service ar-eas. The 70-page 1978 edition introduced the Green Cross Code for pedestrians and the new orange badges for the disabled. Prompted by soaring car crime statistics, the amended version contained advice on vehicle security. The 1990s saw a new format taller booklet and the

inclusion of a section geared to the new driving the-

ory test, which in the current edition has now be-

come part of the Code itself. To be continued:

If you are interested in further information regarding

the courses that we offer, you‘ll be able to find this

information on the Institute of Advanced Motorists

website at www.iam.org.uk

or Tel: 020 8996 9600

Safe Driving.

Paul Tuke. Secretary, Senior Observer.

Doncaster Advanced Motorists.

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What’s On In Your area in Epworth and Belton Activity Meeting place Time Contact

Mon Chatterbox Wesley Memorial, Epworth 09:00-12:00

Mon Keep Fit Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 14.00-15.00 01427 873569

Mon Modern Jive Dance Belton Park Pavilion 19:45-21:30 0792 9209890

Mon Epworth Brownies Ivy Andrew Hall, Epworth 18:00 - 19:30 01427 873161

Mon First Steps Play Group Stepping Stones Pre School 09:30-11:30 0770 8580816

Mon Children‘s Dancing Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 16.00- 20.00 Nicola

Mon Pilates Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 20.00 -21.00 01427 752548

Mon NHS Stop Smoking Epworth Imperial Hall - Small Hall 17.00 -18.30 Ann

Mon Epworth Youth Club Epworth Youth Centre 19.00-21.00 13-19years

Mon Keep Fit Belton Park Pavilion 18.30-20.20

Mon Army Cadets Epworth Imperial Hall - Small Hall 18.45-21.00 01724 858918

Tues Rosemary Conley Diet and Exercise Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 16.45 - 18.15 01724 710626

Tues Axholme Elite Taewondo Epworth Lesuire Centre 18.00-20.00 01427 873335

Tues Axholme Arts Club 13 Queen St, Epworth - Adults 19:00 - 21:00 01427 873947

Tues Horticulture Society (2nd Tuesday) Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 19:00 -21.00 01427 872252

Tues Epworth Town Council Epworth Imperial Hall - Small Hall 18.30 - 21.00 1st Tuesday

Tues Beavers, Cubs, Scouts Belton Park Pavilion 17.00-21.00

Wed Jack n Box Wesley Memorial, Epworth 10:00-11:30

Wed Belton Brownies Belton All Saints Primary School 18:00-19:30 01427 872109

Wed Belton Rainbows Belton All Saints Primary School 16:45-17:45 01427 754009

Wed Belton Guides Belton All Saints Primary School 19:30 - 21:00 01427 872227

Wed Rosemary Conley Diet and Exercise Belton Park Pavilion 09.30 -11.00

Wed Sunshine Yoga Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 13.00-15.00

18.00-20.15 01427 873730

Wed Epworth Youth Club Epworth Youth Centre 19.00-21.00

Wed Active Ageing Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 10.00 - 11.00 01724 297255

Wed Army Cadets Epworth Imperial Hall - Small Hall 18.45 - 21.00 01724 858918

Wed Belton Mums and Tots Belton Public Hall 09.15-11.15 0775 9782182

Wed Street Dance Belton Park Pavilion 16.20-20.40

Thurs Children‘s Dancing Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 16.00- 20.00

Thurs Whist Epworth Imperial Hall - Small Hall 13.30-16.00 01427 873622

Thurs Bingo Epworth Imperial Hall 18.30-21.00 01427 873622

Thurs Axholme Arts Club 13 Queen Street, Epworth - Juniors 16:15-1745 01427 873947

Thurs Axholme Elite Taekwondo Epworth Leisure Centre 18.00-20.00 0794 6607762

Thurs Baby Signing Epworth Methodist Church 13.30-14.30

Thurs Autumn Club Over 50‘s Belton Park Pavilion 14.00-16.00

Thurs Keep Fit Belton Park Pavilion 18.30-19.30

Thurs North Lincs Community Concert Band Conservative Cub, Scunthorpe (Rehearsals) 19:00 -22:00 01724 784494

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What’s On In Your area in Epworth and Belton

Fri Red Cross Whist Epworth Imperial Hall - Small Hall; 19.00 - 21.00 3rd Friday

Fri Belton Bingo Club Belton Park Pavilion 06:30pm start

Fri Junior Gym Epworth Leisure Centre 15.30-16.30 01427 873845

Fri Active Ageing Epworth Imperial Hall - Main Hall 13.00 - 14.00 01724 297255

Sat Football Academy Belton Park Pavilion 10.00-12.00

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Advice

Pensions Helpline 0800 991234

Electricity Emergencies 0800 375 675

Transco - Gas leaks 080 111 999

Yorkshire Water 0845 1242424

Care in the Community

Age Concern 0800 009966

Childline 0800 1111

Neighbourhood Watch 01482 444466

NSPCC 0808 80050000

RSPCA 08705 555999

NHS Direct 0845 4647

Community

Crime stoppers` 0800 555 111

Carers Support Centre 01652 650585

Isle of Axholme Lions 01427 752139

Isle of Axholme Osteoporosis Sup-

port Group 01427 875752

Education and General

Epworth Country Primary School 01427 872345

Belton All Saints Primary School 01427 872391

Mulberry Primary School 01427 752355

Westwoodside Mobile Library 01724 865675

Haxey Library - Memorial

Hall 01724 753239

Willows Dental Practise—Belton 01427 872106

Leisure

Epworth Leisure Centre 01427 873845

My Vue cinema 08712 240240

Odeon 08712 244007

North Lincs Community Concert

Band - Rehearsals - Mr B Page 01724 784494

Business Directory

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The Hair Shop Westwoodside 01427 752455

Boarding Kennels/Grooming

Croft House Kennels and Cattery 01427 890235

Home and Garden

Isle Sew It - Alterations & Repairs 07804 304714

Fountain Court florist 01427 874831

Health / Fitness

Rosemary Conley Diet and Fitness 01724 712700

Quality Lifestyles Personal Training Consultancy

Paul Seaman ACSM HFI 01427 753591 / 07714 318958

Taxi Service / Wedding Cars/ Driving Schools

Dave Addlesee School of Motoring 01427 872680

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Alan‘s Private Hire, Belton 01427 875765

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P T Taxi 01427 754531 / 07790 817691

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Simon White Building Contractors 01427 873446

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Dean Gregory Electrical 01427 874377 / 07833 638521

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MJN Autos (car servicing/repairs) 01427 874413

Brookes Homecare Improve 01427 875314 /07973142963

Meteor Security Ltd 01302 623427 / 07917 766922

D Brown Joinery 0779 5321054 / 01302 350363

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Sterry & Co Chartered Certified Accnts 01427 752958

Hurstons Accountants & Business Advisors

01427 873737

Balance the Books Accounting Services Ltd 01427 873972

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Belton Bouncy Castles 07788 896988 / 01427 872215

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