Parish and Village DirectoryParish CouncilChairman: Sally Bresnahan01604 403027
Pre & Primary SchoolHead: Kate Cleaver01604 409213
Ecton Village HallBookings: Carol Armstrong01604 402907Mobile: 07515 156419
Short Mat BowlsContact: Maurice Creed01604 407864Thursdays at Village Hall2.00-4.00
Website EditorThomas [email protected]
Electoral Roll OfficerContact: Mary Dicks01604 407145
PCC SecretaryTom Pearson07745 133 867
PCC TreasurerNigel Bond01604 948040
EGO’sContact: Patricia MacRae01604 402582
Ecton Church Lottery - Results for March 20191st £50 Sally Meenaghan2ⁿd £15 Steve Wheatman3rd £10 John Crane
RectorRev Jackie Buck01933 [email protected]
Church WardenJoy Bond01604 948040
Bell RingersContact: David Dicks01604 407145
Lay Pastoral MinistersWendy Villette01604 402457Ingrid Cartwright01604 415806
Borough Councilof WellingboroughCouncillorsJennie Bone07771 681 [email protected] Hallam07799 133 [email protected]
Church Directory
Front CoverThanks to John Crane for thissuper picture of Horses at EastLodge Farm, enjoying theSpring sunshine.
Copy for the May 2019magazine to Wendy Stephens
email - [email protected] or phone 07986 557773
By 24th April
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Well it must be spring, the brown bins are being emptied and there are lambs in thefields of Ecton (as well as some horses on the front cover), be warned though, we haveordered some new garden furniture and last time we did this it turned out to be thewettest summer of the century!Unfortunately last month we had two break-ins in the village in broad daylight! I wouldlike to stress that, thankfully, these events are very rare, but are still very upsetting forall concerned, so please take extra care in ensuring you have locked windows and doorsespecially as the weather gets warmer. There are some helpful hints from NorthamptonNeighbourhood Watch in this months magazine. Please call 101 or 999 if you seeanything suspicious.A couple of shout-outs for two events coming up in the village, The Bavarian Night, backby popular demand, make sure you get you tickets, they are selling fast. I am personallylooking forward to seeing Amelia White at the Three Horseshoes on 28th April, Amelia isone of many artists from the USA to feature at the pub, thanks to the efforts of PaulDarwin and the support of Steve, Keith & the team. Amelia is one of the top artist in hergenre in the US. Originally from Boston, she now lives, works and writes in East NashvilleTennessee. Her current album is a collection of songs written on her last tour of the UKin 2016. Entry is free, so please give generously when the ‘hat’ is passed around.See you all in MayWendy
Collectors will be calling during March and April to ask if you would liketo take part in the new lottery beginning on 1st May 2019.As usual entry is £12 per year for each number and the draw takesplace early every month.Results are published in Ecton View and on the notice-boards in thevillage.
1st prize £50; 2nd prize £15; 3rd prize £10.Half the total raised is used for the prizes and the remainder is used tohelp maintain the Church building.Mary Dicks - 01604 407145
Ecton Village NewsEGO’sWe are meeting regularly on the 3rd Friday of the month. The next EGOS get together ison Friday April 12th at the Village Hall. Lunch will be provided and we will have an EasterChocolate Tombola instead of the usual Raffle.Please Remember Ego’s you can always contact us, if you need any help, contact: Pat -402582, Sally - 403027, Wendy - 948936
Ecton's Neighbourhood PlanBy popular demand it's back! Ecton's Neighbourhood PlanYou will receive, in the middle of April, a leaflet explaining where the Parish Council andSteering Group have got to and the next steps.There has been a delay because Wellingborough Council conducted an appraisal of thevillage conservation area. The new and expanded conservation area was formallyapproved at the end of last year and if you are unaware of this you may like to have alook at the following link
http://www.wellingborough.gov.uk/info/1004/planning_policy/1385/ecton_conservation_area_appraisal_consultation_draft_january_2018
which provides the detailed report and an interactive map.Following the previous consultation in 2017 we are now preparing to publish the presubmission Plan which includes the new conservation area and has taken note of manyof the comments received.The leaflet will explain in more detail how we plan to proceed and how you cancomment further as part of the final consultation before the plan progresses through thestatutory steps.We would be grateful if everyone could engage with this process by reading the leafletand the plan as it provides our community with an opportunity to set planning policiesfor the parish of Ecton
Ecton Parish Council - PARISH COUNCIL VACANCIESFollowing the recent resignations of Mr Oliver Earby and Robert East from the ParishCouncil, two Parish Councillor vacancies now exist on the Parish Council.If you have a few hours every two months to spare and are interested in applying forthis position, have questions or would like more information then please contact theParish Clerk in writing or by email at the following postal and email address. ECTONPARISH COUNCIL, 33 Friars Avenue, Delapre, Northampton. NN4 8PY. - Tel: 01604700691 - email: [email protected] next Parish Council meeting will be on the Tuesday 21st May at 7.00pm. at theVillage Hall. All are welcome to attend. You can obtain a full copy of the latest ParishCouncil Minutes. Email: [email protected]
Open Church and Churchyard Maintenance
On the first Saturday of each month the church is open from 10am to 12noon for
tea and coffee.We also have our monthly churchyard tidyup. If you’d like to snip, strim, mow or weedplease come along to give us a hand and get acuppa at the same time! The churchyard is animportant space in the village and our aim
is to make it as pleasant as possible for everyone.
This month we are having a BIG SPRING CLEAN in the Churchyard toensure we begin the season with a tidy space. We’d appreciate whatever help wecan get to cut back shrubs and trees, remove ivy from gravestones and walls, weedgraves, trim between graves tidy flowerbeds etc. Please bring tools (although wewill have some spares). Workers will refreshed with tea, coffee and cake! Pleasedon’t bring strimmers or mowers this time. Our next Open Church is Saturday 6th April & then 4th May
Ecton Walks - 20193rd April Long Walk - Brixworth & Pitsford
Meet at the Shrine at 9.30am to arrange lifts
17th April Short Walk - Stevington Mill Meet at the Shrine at 9.30am to arrange lifts
As walks are sometimes arranged on an ad-hoc basis by email, let meknow your email address if you would like to be included.
Please do join us - you will be made very welcome. Lifts can be arranged
Contact Nigel Bond - 01604 948040 email: [email protected]
Knit & NatterWednesday 10th April between 2pm and 4pm. Come along to the church with your Knitting, Crochet etc - orjust come for a natter. Coffee or Tea, Cake and Biscuits.The following meeting is on 8th May - Second Wednesday ofthe month
Ecton Services for April 2019Date Time Type of Service LocationSun 7th April. 10:00am Holy Communion EctonFollowed by APCM Revd. Jackie SeamanSun 7th April. 4:00pm Praise and Worship Service Great DoddingtonTue 9th April. 10:00am Mid-week Communion Ecton
Revd. Jackie BuckSun 14th April. 10:00am Holy Communion EctonPalm Sunday Revd. Jackie BuckTue 16th April. 10:00am Mid-week Communion Wilby
Revd. Jackie BuckSun 21st April. 10:00am All Age with Holy Communion EctonEaster Day Revd. Jackie BuckTue 23rd April. 10:00am Mid-week Communion Great Doddington
Revd. Jackie BuckSun 28th April. 10:00am Morning Prayer Ecton
Revd. Jackie Buck
Church NoticesHoly Week and Easter Services
Monday 15th April - 7.30pm Compline and Meditation - EctonTuesday 16th April - 7:30pm Compline and Meditation - Gt DoddingtonWednesday 17th April - 7:30pm Compline and Meditation - WilbyMaundy Thurs 18th April - 7:30pm Holy Communion - WilbyGood Friday 19th April - 9am Walk of Witness from each village to Earls Barton Methodist Chapel for 10am service.Good Friday 19th April - 2pm Hour before the Cross - EctonEaster Sunday 21st April - 10am All Age Communion-Ecton
Praise & Worship ServiceGreat Doddington Church
Sunday 7th April 4pm - The Cross- All Welcome
Annual Parochial Church MeetingSunday 7th April 11am in Church
All on the Church Electoral Roll are Welcome.The Roll is being renewed this year.
Messy Church - Great Doddington Church, Saturday 20th April 9.15amEaster! - All Welcome
Rector’s Letter Ecton April 2019
This year, as in other years, an Easter card will be delivered to everyhome in the village, a card which details the services taking placeacross the benefice of Great Doddington, Wilby and Ecton. On thefront of the card there is an empty wooden cross and the words“Amazing Love”.The background symbolises the change from darkness to light, broughtabout by Jesus’ sacrifice, for us all, on the cross.The cross is one of the most recognised symbols in the world and an empty crossreminds us of the reality we celebrate at Easter, Jesus’ resurrection from the dead.The resurrection is the central truth of the Christian faith, brought about by theamazing love of God, making Easter the greatest celebration in the Church calendar.We have several services in the lead up to Easter, detailed in the card. Please do joinus for as many as you can, details can also be found in this magazine and on thewebsite www.gdwebenefice.wordpress.com .On Easter Day, Sunday 21st April, there will be an All Age service of Holy Communionat 10am, with the church beautifully decorated and the sound of Alleluia!resounding round the building.The Church is here for everyone, whether you attend regularly or not and as a newinitiative we now commit to praying for one road in the benefice each week. Pleasesee the separate article for more details.I look forward to seeing many of you over the Easter period andwish you all a very happy and blessed Easter,Yours in Christ,Revd. Jackie Buck 01933 631232
Praying for our BeneficeA new initiative has just begun involving the churches of Great Doddington, Wilbyand Ecton praying for a road in the benefice each week.People are invited to pray in whatever way they find most comfortable and there is aset prayer which can be used. The prayer is on the website and available from church.The roads will be printed weekly in the News Sheet and sent to the Prayer Chain eachSaturday. They will also be on the website and in the Magazine.This month’s roads are: 7th April: Northampton Road (Ecton)
14th April: Banbury Close (Wilby Way)21st April: Main Road (Wilby)28th April: Church Lane (Great Doddington)
If you would like prayer, at any time, please do contact Revd. Jackie Buck on 01933631232 or [email protected].
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Three Horseshoes - EventsApril/May
Wed 17th April Live Music - Grande QuatroSat 20th April Live Music - No AngelsThurs 25th April Open Mike NightSun 28th April Special Event - Amelia White from USASat 11th May Live Music - Push to OpenSat 25th May Live Music - HatstandThurs 30th May Open Mike Night
By Popular Demand We Will Open at 5.30pm on Wednesday & Thursday Evenings & Open All Day Saturdays
All Quiz Nights to start 8.30 prompt….See Facebook for dates Pop in to the pub frequently to avoid missing something! The 3 Horseshoes Ecton on Facebook
EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT
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ECTON SAFARI SUPPER - Saturday 9th November(in aid of Ecton Church Roof Fund & “Survivors of Modern Slavery”)How does it work? All the guests go on safari, moving from house to house between courses. Theevening will begin at 7.30pm as we all meet together in one house for a pre-dinner drink andcanapés. Everyone then moves to different houses - with different groups of people - for eachcourse. The evening will end with everyone together again for cheese, coffee and port.
Who can take part? Everyone! It’s a great way to meet friends and neighbours – particularly ifyou are new to Ecton.
What do I have to do? We do need people to host a main course or a pudding for 8 people, or tobring a plate of canapés to the pre-dinner drinks house. If you haven’t hosted before you’ll beextra welcome! It’s not a cookery competition – simple food is fine. (There will be a financialcontribution for the food and wine).We are also looking for someone to host the canapés at the start of the evening and the cheeseand port at the end. Please let us know if you are able to help – we need a house that comfortablyholds approx. 80 people.
What does it cost? Tickets are £18 per person (and we will be selling raffle tickets on the night, soplease bring some extra pennies with you!).
More questions or to book a place? Email ([email protected]) or ring either Carol(402907) or Caroline (07590 209311).
P.S. If you’re interested in organising the next Safari Supper, let us know and we can involve you inthis one to give you a head start!
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Village Hall Annual General MeetingTuesday 9th April at 7.30pm
All villagers are invited to join us for a drink at the village hall onTuesday April 9th to hear a report on the committee’s actions over
the last 12 months and our thoughts on the future.
A very important part of the meeting is to hear your views on whatevents or activities you would like to see at the hall. Remember it is
your village hall, so, to give the committee the best chance ofmeeting the needs of the village we need your input.
Being a committee member is not just about organising events; wehave to “manage” the hall too. No matter what skills you have, there
are always ways that you could contribute to the running of thisimportant village asset. So, we would be very keen to know of
anyone who would be willing to join the Committee.
This years tournament will be held on Tuesday 21st May 2019 atOverstone Park Golf Club.Thanks to some generous sponsorship from the 3 Horseshoes the costwill be even lower than last year.
Depending on numbers APPROX cost will be:
£18 for Overstone Park members £30 for Non-members
£15 for dinner guests.Please advise Steve Hunt of your intention to play ASAP by email [email protected] by phone on 0754 546 3721
ECTON VILLAGE GOLF TOURNAMENT
At Ecton Village Hall
Coffee and Friends makethe Perfect Blend!
First Friday in every Month10am - 12 noon
Coffee / Tea £1 Homemade Cake £1
The aim of the Coffee Shop is to provide a facility where the villagecommunity of all ages meet up on a regular basis. If you are new to thevillage or haven’t been able to come before, please come along.You will be assured of a warm welcome.
All proceeds to the Village HallCoffee Shop Dates for your Diary 2019
5th April, 3rd May, 7th June, 5th July, 2nd August,6th September, 4th October, 1st November, 6th December
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Contact Us
Web: www.cleanprouk.co.ukEmail: [email protected]
Tel: 01604 217815Mob: 07496 664 634
Tickets £12 (which includes a Bavarian supper)from Caroline on 07590 209311
or Nicky on 07900 271819
Ve Hav Vays of Making You Happy!Bavarian Night – Friday 3rd May, 7.15pm
At Ecton Village HallAn evening of laughter
and lederhosen, singingand schunkelling, fun and frolics,
all with a liveoompah band
Crossword design and construction: Alistair MacRae
Puzzle Page - April
Ecton Post Box Collection Times:
Post Box at Sunnyside:-
Monday to Friday 4:15pm andSaturday 11:15amPost Box at The Laurels:-
Monday to Friday 9:00am andSaturday 7:00am
Free bus service toWeston Favell Shopping Centre
Tues and Wed mornings.Pick up - TWE bus stop - 9.48am.
Arrives at -Weston Favell Shopping Centre - 9.55am.
The return bus - departs Weston FavellShopping Centre - 11.30am.
We are advised by Country Lion thatresidents may need to please remind thebus driver to turn into WellingboroughRoad and then into Northampton Road todrop you off, as new drivers may forget asEcton residents don’t currently use thisservice.
Please spread the word so residents usethis service.
Bin Collection for April & May 2019Friday 5th April Green & Brown Bin Friday 3rd May Green & Brown BinFriday 12th April Black Bin Friday 10th May Black BinFriday 19th April Green & Brown Bin Friday 17th May Green & Brown BinFriday 26th April Black Bin Friday 24th May Black Bin
Friday 31st May Green & Brown Bin
Ecton Odours!From time to timewe can experiencestrong odours.
If you detect a ‘Pong’ you suspectis from the Treatment Works,please report it to Anglian Wateron 08457 145 145 once a call islogged they can deal with theproblem and will report back to you.
Weston Favell Village
Footcare for the ElderlyDiabetic Foot checks/assessments
Treatment/Advice
Weston Favell Village
for Skin and Nail problemsFoot and Heel pain
Crossword Solution - April 2019
Taking just a few steps can make a big difference in keeping your home safe fromburglary. Here are a few tips: 1. Lock your doors and windows every time you leave the house, even when you're just out in the garden, remembering to double-lock UPVC doors (lift handle and turn key). 2. Hide all keys, including car keys, out of sight and away from the letterbox (remember a device could be used to hook keys through the letterbox). 3. Install a visual burglar alarm (as part of a suite of prevention measures - a burglar alarm on its own will not prevent entry to your home). 4. Install good outside lighting. 5. Get a trusted neighbour to keep an eye on your property. 6. Leave radios or lights in your house on a timer to make the property appear occupied. 7. Make sure the fences around your garden are in good condition. 8. Secure bikes at home by locking them to an immoveable object inside a locked shed or garage. 9. Keep ladders and tools stored away; don't leave them outside where they could be used to break into your home. 10. Ensure side gates are locked to prevent access to the rear of the property. 11. Ensure rear fencing is in good repair. 12. Improve natural surveillance at the front of your property i.e. trim high hedges. 13. Mark your property with postcode and house number and register your property for free with Immobilise at http://www.immobilise.com/ 14. Consider joining a Neighbourhood Watch scheme http://www.ourwatch.org.uk/ 15. Remove valuables from view of ground floor windows. 16. Store any high value items (i.e. jewellery, passports) in a properly secured safe or bank vault.
Putting Communities First101 - non emergencies & enquires
All dates & times are subject to change - Please check details with event organisers.
What’s On in Ecton - May 2019Date Time Event Location
Wed 1st May 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 2ⁿd May 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 3rd May 07:00- Green & Brown Bin Collection - - - - -
Fri 3rd May 10:00-12:00 Pop-Up Coffee Shop Ecton Village Hall
Fri 3rd May 19:15- Bavarian Night Ecton Village Hall
Sat 4th May 10:00-12:00 Tidy Churchyard Ecton Church
Mon 6th May 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Wed 8th May 14:00-16:00 Knit & Knatter Ecton Church
Wed 8th May 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 9th May 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 10th May 07:00- Black Bin Collection - - - - -
Sat 11th May 19:30- Live Music - Push to Open Three Horseshoes
Mon 13th May 14:00- Art Classes Ecton Village Hall
Mon 13th May 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Wed 15th May 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 16th May 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 17th May 07:00- Green & Brown Bin Collection - - - - -
Fri 17th May 07:00- EGO’s monthly get-together Ecton Village Hall
Mon 20th May 14:00- Art Classes Ecton Village Hall
Mon 20th May 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Tue 21st May TBC Ecton Village Golf Tournament Overstone Park Golf Club
Tue 21st May 19:00- Ecton Parish Council Meeting Ecton Village Hall
Wed 22ⁿd May 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 23rd May 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 24th May 07:00- Black Bin Collection - - - - -
Sat 25th May 19:30- Live Music - Hatstands Three Horseshoes
Mon 27th May 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Wed 29th May 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 30th May 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Thurs 30th May 19:00- Open Mike Night Three Horseshoes
Fri 31st May 07:00- Green & Brown Bin Collection - - - - -
SeptemberFri 27th Sept. TBC Ecton Wine Tasting Ecton Village Hall
NovemberSat 9th Nov. TBC Ecton Safari Supper
What’s On in Ecton - April 2019Date Time Event Location
Mon 1st April 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Wed 3rd April 09:30- Long Walk - Brixworth and Pitsford Ecton Shrine
Wed 3rd April 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 4th April 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 5th April 07:00- Green & Brown Bin Collection - - - - -
Fri 5th April 10:00-12:00 Pop-Up Coffee Shop Ecton Village Hall
Sat 6th April 10:00-12:00 Tidy Churchyard - Big Spring Clean Ecton Church
Sun 7th April 14:30- Daffodil Walk & Cream Tea Ecton Shrine & Hall
Mon 8th April 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Tue 9th April 19:30- Ecton Village Hall AGM Ecton Village Hall
Wed 10th April 14:00-16:00 Knit & Knatter Ecton Church
Wed 10th April 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 11th April 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 12th April 07:00- Black Bin Collection - - - - -
Fri 12th April 12:00- Ego’s Easter get-together Ecton Village Hall
Sat 13th April TBC Village Link-Up Litter Pick Barton Wombles
Sun 14th April TBC Village Link-Up Litter Pick Barton Wombles
Mon 15th April 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Wed 17th April 09:30- Short Walk - Stevington Hall Ecton Shrine
Wed 17th April 19:30- Live Music - Grande Quatro Three Horseshoes
Wed 17th April 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 18th April 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Fri 19th April 07:00- Green & Brown Bin Collection - - - - -
Sat 20th April 11:00-13:00 Ecton Village Easter Trail Ecton Village School
Sat 20th April 19:30- Live Music - No Angels Three Horseshoes
Mon 22ⁿd April 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
Wed 24th April 19:00-20:30 Bellringing Ecton Church
Thurs 25th April 14:00-16:00 Short Mat Bowls Ecton Village Hall
Thurs 25th April 19:00- Open Mike Night Three Horseshoes
Fri 26th April 07:00- Black Bin Collection - - - - -
Sun 28th April Afternoon Live Music - Amelia White Three Horseshoes
Mon 29th April 14:00- Art Classes Ecton Village Hall
Mon 29th April 18:00- Dog Training Ecton Village Hall
All dates & times are subject to change - Please check details with event organisers.
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