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Bacton, Cotton and
Wyverstone
July 2012
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The Olympic Games 2012
“Citius, Altius, Fortius”
“Faster, Higher, Stronger”
It is 64 years since Great Britain hosted the Olympic Games.
In 1948 they were labelled the ‘Austerity Games’ due to the fact that
Britain was still recovering from the Second World War and food
rationing was still in force – at least we don’t have the rationing now!
The statistics for the 2012 games are mind-blowing…….8.8
million tickets covering 670 sessions, 26 sports, 39 disciplines at 34
competition venues over 19 days.
The theme for the opening ceremony at the Olympic
Stadium, Stratford on 27 th July has been a closely guarded secret;
let’s hope Danny Boyle does Great Britain proud.
Like them or loathe them, the Games are an historic event
and the eyes of the world will be upon us. It is a phenomenal task to
organise and manage. Regretfully, for those who do not like sport
there is no escape. No matter where you go in the world for
nineteen days starting from 27 th July the Games will be there.
On previous occasions the Games have been used as a
stage by various factions to make political or ideological statements.
Let’s hope this year the Games are free from interruption and allow
the world’s greatest athletes to perform to the best of their ability
and entertain all of us.
Gavin Graham
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SMALL ADS
LAMBERTS SERVICE STATION LTD 01449 781260
All Make/Model Servicing and Repair—Tyres/Exhaust/Batteries etc
MOT Testing - Used Car Sales - Bottled Gas, Coal and Coalite delivered
PERIOD PROPERTY RENOVATION - REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE
Geoff Nicholls & Co. offer a Complete Building Service.
Quality work guaranteed. No job too small. All at down to earth prices.
Ring for free estimate and advice. 01449 781375
D. J. HOWLETT - Servicing and General Repairs, VW/Audi, Mercedes
Benz Specialist, Experienced, Professional Service. Competitive Rates.
The Willows, MENDLESHAM GREEN 01449 766019
PROBITTS For light engineering, model engineering, vehicle bodywork, any
job considered. Station Road 01449 781453
PLUMBING & HEATING Free advice and estimates.
For your plumbing requirements Tel Andrew Snowling 01449 675440
AUTO ELECTRICS: - A complete range of Garage Services.
Alternator/Starter Repairs, Exchange Component Checks, Servicing and
M.O.T Preparation. Collection/Delivery. Courtesy Car
Cow Green, Bacton. 01449 781028
MARK BUCKLE ELECTRICIAN J.I.B. Registered. Rewiring, Storage heating,
Immersion Heaters, Extra Sockets, Security Lights, Showers, Emergency call out
Service. NO JOB TOO SMALL. FREE ESTIMATES 01449 614796
TANK CHANGE LTD (replacement Oil tank Engineers), Family Business,
Steel & Polyethylene Oil Tanks Available. Fully insured & OFTEC approved.
Free Survey/Quotation. 01449 781210/07899 898720
WWW.Tankchange.co.uk. *DISCOUNTS FOR PARISH MAGAZINE READERS*
E.J.Enterprises—Firewood
Also Eco-friendly kiln dried oak briquettes 01359 221811
PAINTER - Interior/exterior, 20 years experience. Offering cheap rates
Please contact Jamie on 01359 241339 or 07944 329677.
GUITAR/BASS GUITAR TEACHER - With 20 years experience, can travel
to you if preferred. Offering cheap rates.
Call Jamie on 01359 241339 or 07944 329677
J.B. HOME REPAIRS/MAINTENANCE Fair & Free Quotes.
Insured. Qualified T 01449 720172 or 07931635029
D.J.Haill ———— Driveways & Paving
Local Authority approved drop curbs and access
Fencing, patios, driveways, paths, pads, footings and drainage
Fully insured; for a quote call Darren 01449 737164 or 07766024137.
Bacton Village Hall, recently refurbished, fantastic NEW kitchen. For
details or to hire please telephone 01449 781343
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JENNY WADE. Registered Childminder 01449 781415
D.W.VINCENT BUILDING SERVICES - 40 years experience in the trade in
this area, working on old or new properties. 01449 781529
CURTAINS BY CHRISTINA - Choose your Design & fabric in the comfort of
your Home. Don’t lift a finger! We will fit your Curtains & Rails. Your fabric or
mine, Alterations, Cushions, Head Boards. Trade prices on Tracks & Poles.
Lining, Heading Tape and Remnants in Stock 01449 781666
A. J. HARRIS - DECORATING AND HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Interior and
exterior work undertaken, inc. ceramic tiling, coving, etc.
FREE QUOTATION 01449 781968
K.V.M SEWING MACHINES GISLINGHAM Servicing & repairs to
Singer & most makes. All work guaranteed. 01379 783521
A.J.COLLINS TREE SERVICES - for professional tree care, hedge trimming
etc
01449 767196 or www.ajctrees@aol.com
J. LAWES - IROMONGERS - BUILDERS’ MERCHANTS - GARDEN
REQUSITES - KITCHEN GOODS Station Road, Bacton 01449 781452
FINBOWS FURNISHERS Station Road, Bacton. New & Secondhand
furniture etc. bought and sold. Carpets, Rugs, Lino, Fancy Goods.
Closed Monday. 01449 781732
Carer with 15 years experience. NVQ3, First Aid and CRB.
Telephone Tony on 01449 781100 or 07988124144
B. F. SAMPSON - Building services and maintenance. Work carried out on
new or old properties. No job too small. Free estimates. 01449 675147
or M 07810712401
KITCHEN DOCTOR new worktops, complete kitchen installations, bedroom, also
home maintenance. Call Chris on 01449 781057 or 07908786853
ACORN BOARDING KENNELS. Wash Lane, Mendlesham. Heated bedding area
each with large internal & exterior runs. Jodi on 07754 851789/01449 767160
UPVC Windows, Doors, Garage Doors, Conservatories, Fascias and
Soffits. For free advice, information and costs please contact:-
Michael Brame on 01449 781533 or 07931 784470
COTTON VILLAGE HALL Our well equipped hall is for hire for all types of
function. Well fitted kitchen, small and large grassed fields. Crockery, tables
and chairs for hire away from hall, subject to availability. Very reasonable
hourly or daily charges. Use our paper bank so that your village benefits from
the income. Contact Booking Secretary on 781083
Grade Eight Musician offers piano & saxophone tuition.
Reasonable rates, call Olly Chalk 07948978361 or 01449 780352
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D.E. BRADLEY - PLUMBER
New Installations, Heating Maintenance. Repairs
NO JOB TOO SMALL 01379 658775 or M 07771 970901
DES ALEXANDER
YOUR LOCAL BUILDER
Building, Decorating, Plastering. Free Estimates 01449 767825
HAIRDRESSING in your own home. Ring Julie Clarke, 2 Birch Avenue
Nail Extensions: Acrylic, Silk. Manicure & Pedicure 01449 781695
CARA-LEA DANCE SCHOOL for children aged 5+. Disco, freestyle, rock ‘n’ roll
& street dance. Haughley, Woolpit & Stowmarket. Enquiries 01449 673179
IRONING done in my home, picked up one evening, brought back the next.
Contact Mrs Briggs on 01449 781720
Coda Cottages Three self catering cottages restored from a barn. 4 star rating from
English Tourist Board, one has wheelchair access. Flexible booking arrangements.
www.codacottages.co.uk Tel Katie Burroughs 01449 780076
COUNSELING. Offering a safe, supportive and confidential service for
Individuals and couples. Working from Orves Centre, Botesdale.
Jackie Rodger 01379 678897
PAINTER & DECORATOR 24 years experience.
John Gray on 01449 781584 or 07733166023
BB Roofing and Building —–————————— Traditional Contractor
BJR Betts. Mobile 07771965666 Phone/Fax 01449 673397
Brockford Services Ltd Gardening Service and Property Maintenance
Experience and reliability at competitive rates
M 07818438044 T 01728 860792
Seeley Carpentry ——————————— Building-Carpentry-Joinery
01449 781089 seeleycarpentry@aol.com
Mobile 07540228541 Mobile –07590751119
Wyverstone Village Hall for your meetings, events etc Bar, kitchen, good
car parking. Phone Kerri on 781151
Hairdressing by Chelle’s Scissors on Wheels
Beat the credit crunch with my prices
Phone Chelle - 07595 420601 or 01449 673507
THE SIX BELLS INN, High Street, Gislingham, IP23 8JD
where you can enjoy well-kept real ales, lagers, etc., and a friendly chat. Pop
in on your way home, we are open from 5pm Monday to Friday. Saturday &
Sunday open Lunchtime and Evenings. Always a warm welcome!
Telephone 01379 783349
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The Trowel and Hammer
has been open under new
management for the last 6 months.
We stock local ales and mouth
watering food is provided by our first
class chef who holds 2 star rosettes.
Wednesday night-
Fish and Chip supper including quiz £8.95/person
Friday night –
steak night, 2 steaks including a bottle of house wine £34.50
Sunday –
Roast available from Midday until 6pm, main meal £8.95
3 courses £12.95 - please book to avoid disappointment
01449 781234
trowelandhammercotton@btconnect.com ~ www.trowelandhammercotton.co.uk
A
UTO ELECTRICS
01449 781028
Auto Mechanical
A COMPLETE RANGE OF GARAGE SERVICES
STARTERS • ALTERNATORS
EXCHANGED • REPAIRED • REWIRING
ELECTRICAL WIRING CHECKS
SERVICING • MOT • PREPARATION ETC.
COLLECTION, DELIVERY AND COURTESY CAR
Cow Green, Bacton
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HAYWARDS
SOLICITORS
Conveyancing & Energy Performance Certificates
Divorce, Separation, Childcare, Adoption and
all other Family/Matrimonial problems
including Collaborative Law
Wills, Probate and Inheritance
Elderly Client Care
CAR PARK AVAILABLE FOR USE BY OUR CLIENTS
AT OUR OFFICES AT
7-9 TAVERN STREET, STOWMARKET
Telephone: (01449) 613631
email:enquiries@haywards-solicitors.co.uk ~ www.haywards-solicitors.co.uk
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JEFFRIES
Celebrating
60 years
in Bacton
Station Garage, Broad Road, Bacton
Stowmarket. T 01449 781087 / 781131
www.jeffriesofbacton.co.uk
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Bacton Play Centre Bacton Under Fives
For all your childcare needs!
BABY AND TODDLER DAY-CARE, PARENT AND TODDLER GROUP
DAY-CARE AND PRE-SCHOOL SESSIONS
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
HOLIDAY CARE FOR CHILDREN 3 -14 YEARS
Open All Year
We offer quality care and education for all children 0 -14 years in a purpose built
child -centred environment in which the child always comes first.
Free access to Outside play.
All staff are qualified and continuously attend courses to develop their skills.
OFSTED registered. Quality Assured group.
Awarded ‘Every Child a Talker’ status.
If you would like to get in touch or view our new facilities please contact
01449 780079
or email: bactonunderfives@btconnect.com
Bacton Under Fives, Bacton Play Centre, c/o Bacton Community Primary School
Tailors Green, Bacton, Suffolk IP14 4LL
Is your garden all
work and no play
For all year interest
and
easy maintenance
Call Jane Hamblin
Land Army Designs
01359 231344
www.landarmydesigns.co.uk
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Traditional Oak
Carpentry
Rick Lewis
01728-860444
Conservation
&
Construction
New Oak Framed Buildings
Repairs to existing
Ancient Structures
www.traditionaloakcarpentry.co.uk
Stowmarket
Chiropractic Clinic
Michael Bailey
Doctor of Chiropractic
Registered with the
General Chiropractic Council
7 Stowupland Road
Stowmarket IP14 5AG
01449 612620
www.michaelbailey.net
Are You in Pain
Chiropractic may help you
with many problems including
lower back pain, neck pain
and related headaches as
well as arm and leg pain.
Callusnoworvisitourwebsite
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HHR Plumbing
&
Property maintenance
Comprehensive
24hr Plumbing &
Maintenance Services
Bathrooms, shower &
kitchen installations
Fix leaky guttering & dripping taps
Burst pipes, blocked toilets
Radiators & hot water cylinders
No job too small
Fully insured, competitive rates
Call John on
07905 210737
LAWN CARE
General Grass Cutting
Long or Short grass
Special Occasions and
One Off Cut Available
Please call
Bob Brooks ~ M 07989 676838
Or Contact At
45 Thackary Grove
Stowmarket IP14 1RE
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Colin’s
Driving Tuition
BSM franchised Instructor
07505 526459
Stowmarket, Bury St Edmunds and surrounding villages
Colin181260@yahoo.co.uk
CHIPPER-TECH
GARDEN MACHINERY SPECIALIST
SALES, SERVICE, REPAIRS AND HIRE OF
LAWN MOWERS, CHAINSAWS, HEDGE TRIMMERS, STRIMMERS
COLLECTION AND DELIVERY SERVICE AVAILABLE
TEL/FAX 01449 616665
LODGE WORKS, OLD NEWTON, STOWMARKET IP14 4EE
chippertech@yahoo.co.uk chippertech.com
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Jolly Good Brickwork &
Complete Property Services
We offer a complete property restoration service
specialising in period properties
We are fully insured with a full portfolio of work
Extensions Fireplace build & design
Fencing All carpentry work undertaken
Rendering Landscaping
Plastering Patios
Tiling Garden boundary walls
Re-decorating Porchways
Kitchens and Bathrooms
Call Matthew Jolly on 01449 782022 M 07903 018046
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01379
898661
Raven Stoves
Supplier of Quality Traditional &
Contemporary Stoves.
Main Jotul, Scan, Contura &
Handol Dealer.
Exclusive Range with Expert Advice.
Bespoke Design &
Installation Service.
Chimney Relining
Showroom with Live Displays
Crown House, The Street
Hinderclay, Diss IP22 1HX
www.ravenstoves.co.uk
Life Changing Hypnotherapy
Experience this effective, relaxing
therapy for help with:
Stopping smoking
Weight loss
Confidence issues
Stress and anxiety
Overcoming fears and phobias
Free initial consultation
Wendy Chalk BA (Hons), HPD, MNCH
07817 158429
www.wendychalk.co.uk
Lyn Curtis
ICSF. ASF.
Professional & Bespoke
Florist
Flowers for
All Occasions -
Corporate
Weddings, Funerals
Home or on site consultations
Phone 01449 782018
Mobile 07768 106964
email lynbespokeflorist@hotmail.co.uk
www.lynbespokeflorist.co.uk
MILL CARPETS & FLOORING
Home selection Service
Local Company – Haughley
Choose from a wide range of
quality Carpets, Vinyls,
Solid Wood, Laminate &
Safety Floorings
In your own home.
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Supplied and fitted by our expert
fitter, or supply only.
Binding Service for cut-offs.
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Extremely competitive prices.
Free measuring and quotes,
please contact:-
01449 677280 or 07747 403871
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L
TONY’S
L
School of Motoring
DSA Approved ADI
Pass Plus
Competitive Rates
Gift Vouchers Available
1 st Hour FREE with this advert
Contact Tony Gooderham
01449 781993
07771 800072
www.tonysschoolofmotoring.com
gooderhamt@aol.com
A/C FENCING
&
GARDENING
All fencing & gates
supplied and erected.
All gardening work, grass
cutting, hard landscapes,
concrete bases and sheds.
For a free quote please call
Andy
01449674093
07748785197
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STOWMARKET SKIP HIRE
Earth Moving, Digger Work
2, 4, 6, 8-YARD SKIPS
SAND & BALLAST DELIVERIES
SHINGLE HOGGIN & TOPSOIL
Telephone 613824 and Mobile 07860692733
Penny Simmonds
REFLEXOLOGIST
full member of
Association of Reflexologists
Call 01449 780436
or 0775 409 4257
(Westhorpe)
To discuss your treatment
requirements
(Home visits may be arranged)
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Yoga classes
held at Cotton, Haughley,
Stowupland & Stonham Barns
Yoga is an excellent ‘stress-buster’
and each session will help to
improve your physical strength &
flexibility, strengthen your nervous &
glandular systems, help to improve
mental capacity, and it will give you
greater energy!
Come and be uplifted!!
£6 per session
For further details, a class schedule,
or to book your place please contact
Wendy on:
IF YOU WOULD LIKE
TO ADVERTISE IN THE
PARISH NEWS
please contact Linda Last
on 01449 781772
or e-mail bcwnews@gmail.com
Current rates for twelve issues:-
Initial Set up fee £7.50
Full A5 Page (18 x 12.5cm) £200
Half A5 Page (8.5 x 12.5cm) £115
Quarter A5 page portrait (8.5 x 6cm) £60
Small Ads £5 per line
Full A5 Colour Page, outside back cover
£80 for one issue –
A memorable gift for that big birthday or
celebration!
Feeljoyous@hotmail.co.uk
07528199146
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LINDSAY HOUSE RESTAURANT
BROAD ST. EYE
01379 870122
Goodfood-freshlocalingredients-seasonalgame,meatandfish
Why not bring the family for a Sunday Roast of locally-reared beef
We look forward to welcoming you to our small family-run restaurant
Open Tuesday to Saturday evenings from 6.30pm
Saturday & Sunday Lunch from noon
CompleteLandscapingService
Patios•Paths•Walls•Bases•
Blockpaving•Fencing•Gates•
Ponds•NaturalStoneWaterfalls•
Decking•Turfing•
GARDEN PROJECTS
Est. 1988 • By Wayne Talbot
FreeEstimates&friendlyadvice
01449 782112
07872 908132
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Bacton Craft Exhibition
I would like to thank everyone in the village who loaned items for the
Jubilee Craft Exhibition in Bacton Church.
We had an amazing variety of exhibits – about 120 in all and visitors to
the show were impressed and very complimentary. What a talented
group of people we have around here. Sadly only one gentleman
submitted anything, so if we could arrange another exhibition in say two
years’ time, you have plenty of advance warning!
If you are interested in sharing your hobbies with others, or need
encouragement to finish those UFOs (unfinished objects) whatever the
technique, how about getting together to form a self-help craft group
There will always be someone who can get you started or sort you out!
Noelle Curwen
AT HOME LIBRARY
SERVICE
Do you enjoy reading but are
unable to get to a static or mobile
library Volunteers from the
At Home Library Service will deliver
books or spoken word
cassettes/CDs to your home on a
fortnightly basis. They can order
specific books for you, or bring you
a selection to choose from.
If you are interested please ring
Stowmarket Library
01449 613143
and leave your details with a
member of staff. You will be
contacted later by a volunteer.
Bacton Fayre
Saturday 4 th August 2012
This year’s Show will feature:
‘The Tigers’ Freefall Parachute
Team
Flower Show Marquee
Stowmarket Beekeepers Annual
Show
Dog Show Funfair
Vintage Vehicles
Children’s Races
Live Entertainment
Many stalls, games, sideshows,
refreshments, etc
Any enquiries regarding the
show, offers of help, requests
for stalls, please contact the
Fayre Committee on
01449 781953
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Bacton PC - Village News
Bacton Parish Council Report
At the Annual Meeting of the Parish Council held on the 21 May
Cllr Howlett and Cllr Gooderham were re-appointed as Chairman and Vice
Chairman respectively.
Cllr Gooderham passed on the thanks of the residents of Cow Green for
the bench which has been installed by the pond, Cllr Gooderham thanked
the parish council for dedicating the bench to him in recognition of his
service as Chairman.
Cllr Jeffries reported that at the recent meeting of the Queen’s Diamond
Jubilee Committee there had been outstanding support from village
organisations and that everything was now coming together for what was
planned to be a very special two days of celebrations and included a
Variety Show, lighting the Beacon which is one of the 4,200 beacons
registered and listed in a book which will be presented to the Queen, a
firework display and then a Garden Party in the grounds of The Manor.
The parish council was very pleased to support the Bowls Club’s
application to obtain a grant to help fund the extensive green reparation
work that must be carried out in the coming autumn as it is seen as a
valued organisation within the parish which brings a great deal of pleasure
to many.
It was reported that the footpath in Elm Way had been repaired. County
Councillor Stringer reported that the part night lighting system has now
been activated in the Bacton area so that the lights were turned off on the
Wheatlands Estate from midnight until 5.30 am. He confirmed that each
lamp could be individually controlled and suggested that residents have a
time of adjustment and then feedback any responses to him. The parish
council supported the planning application relating to Broadlands, Broad
Road, Bacton for a first floor extension.
The parish council met again on 28 May 2012 when it supported the
planning application for an extension to The Cottage, Cow Green, Bacton.
The Annual Parish Meeting was also held on 28 May 2012 and was
attended by many of the village organisations who gave reports on their
achievements over the past year. This village has much to celebrate with
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a diverse range of clubs and societies which offer so much for their
members.
The next meeting of the parish council will be held on 23 July 2012 in the
Village Hall, Bacton commencing at 7.30 pm.
Bacton Jubilee Celebrations
My husband and I attended all of the Jubilee Celebrations and would just
like to say a very big thank you to all of those people who made it
possible. We know that these events do not ‘just happen’.
The Showtime was excellent and suited all age groups. The children in
the audience and those who took part were very well behaved. The
beacon lighting and fireworks were also excellent and the floodlighting of
the Manor was a sight not to be missed.
The afternoon tea at the Manor was I am sure enjoyed by all. What a
lovely community spirit there was. – Rita Bonnet
Bacton Fayre Companion Dog Show
on Saturday 4 th August, next to the Fayre, in aid of the PDSA
Pedigree classes judged by Lucy Mudd: AV Puppy, AV Terrier, AV Toy or Utility Breed,
AV Hound or Gundog Breed, AV Pastoral or Working Breed, AV Dog, AV Bitch
Novelty Classes judged by Lisa Ellinor: Cutest Puppy, Handsomest Dog, Prettiest Bitch,
Smartest Golden Oldie, Musical Sits, Best Rescue, Best Sausage Catcher
ENTRIES £1.50 per class – extra entry FREE with Fayre admission
Rosettes for 1 st to 5 th in all classes – special prizes for Best in Show
For more details contact Bernard Coxhead, 1 Elm Way, Bacton IP14 4NX
Tel 01449 782927, email bactondogshow@doglovers.co.uk, website come.to/bactondogshow
1st Cotton & Bacton Guides, Brownies & Rainbows
If your daughter is interested in joining us please contact
Rosemary Jeffries on 01449 781657, E bactonbears@aol.com
We meet on Wednesdays in Bacton during Term Time.
Rainbows (5-7 years) 5.30 – 6.30pm
Brownies (7-10 years) 5.45 – 7.15pm
Guides (10-14 years) 7.30 – 9pm
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Wyverstone - Village News
Wyverstone Diamond Jubilee Committee
We wish to say a very, very big thank you to everyone
who supported our events leading up to and including our Diamond
Jubilee Celebrations. Without your help we would not have been able to
make it such a huge success. Special thanks to:
The East of England Co-op Society for their price match donation of £100,
it helped a lot, thank you.
James Black (let’s hope he has his voice back now) and the Bell ringers
for bringing everyone to the village hall, also to Penny and Marion Black
for doing the face painting, everyone looked great didn’t they
Phil Webb for his fantastic photos, orders will be taken, and for making our
beautiful garden, Terry Axton.
Mark Denny supplied the music and disco throughout the day which we all
enjoyed and also to Jim and Lyn Arnold for their huge support without
which the day may not have happened.
We look forward to your continued support at our future events – watch
this space www.wyverstone.onesuffolk.net
From all of us the on the Wyverstone Diamond Jubilee Committee.
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Cotton PC - Village News
Cotton Jubilee Celebrations
Congratulations to all those who planned, organised and assisted on
the day in providing a memorable Cotton Jubilee celebration. The
village has not seen a function with so much support from the
parishioners for many years. Thank you all. From a Cotton resident.
Cotton VPA
July 18th. There is still time to book for the trip to Wroxham and The Old
Vicarage Gardens at East Ruston. The Coach will leave Cotton Church
at 9.30 a.m. then pick-up in Bacton. We should arrive in Wroxham with
plenty of time to find a leisurely lunch. Please book with Mrs Joyce
Vincent, Lacons, Cock Road, Cotton. Tel: 781529, cost £20-00.
Cheques payable to Cotton VPA.
Churchyard Working Party at St Andrew's Cotton.
On Saturday 28th July from 9.30a.m. So don't complain but come
and tame (our jungle)! Bring a few tools but plenty on site too.
Future dates will be :- 22nd September and 28th October. Thanks for
all your support.
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Cotton Diamond Jubilee Celebrations 2012
The two marquees, bar and food tents are up along with the bunting and
flags, just the seating and gazebos to position then go to bed and pray
please, oh please don’t rain.
Monday 4 th June
It’s windy but the forecast is No Rain. The playing field and the hall are
buzzing with helpers, mowers are cutting the grass, cakes arrive, mikes
and amplifiers are tested, suddenly the wind picks up and we lose two
gazebos and as quick as it starts the wind stops, reposition guy ropes, we
are ready.
Three pm and the field is packed as Helen Fraser our official guest of
honour arrives in a vintage Jaguar. She congratulates the village for its
magnificent turnout and set to in choosing a winner in the two age groups
for the royal themed fancy dress. A very proud, upright soldier and a
delightful princess win the lower age group. Henry the eighth and one of
his wives take the older group prize.
On with the races, marshalled with great aplomb by Peter & Katy. Bronze,
silver and gold medals are won all afternoon as the many different races
take place. Those who are less energetic make their way to the hall where
free cream teas are given out by Ann and Barbara’s band of helpers. More
kettles are sought as the two urns can’t keep up with the demand for tea.
Cake and scones disappear as soon as they are put on display. Gill
Nichols entertains the hall with popular songs in her ‘Old Time Music Hall’
style. Children are turning into Union Jack tigers and many other guises as
Lauren and Shelly paint faces all afternoon.
The hog has been on since twelve and now the lamb is lit. The smells of
both drift away on the wind while the beer tent with Karen, Sophie and Jo
is working flat out.
After all the races are finished, the band arrives and sets up, while the 16
and under commemorative medals are handed out.
The evening gets under way with the band playing a selection of numbers
from the sixties onwards. The hog and lamb are prodded and poked and
declared ready to eat. The queue forms and slowly moves forward, the
spit roasts are sliced and handed out by Curtis and Max. Both spits have
now finished and all have been fed
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Its cold by now but the dancing has started and along with Sarah and
Alice’s spicy curry we keep warm. We do not know how many people
attended the day but a conservative estimate of 250 to 300 attended in the
afternoon and 300 plus in the evening. As the last revellers walk home at
twelve we reflect on a day fit for a queen
We would like to thank the following: - all those who helped erect and
dismantle the arena, the helpers on the day, all who gave us the funding
to put on the party, organisations and individuals for the loan of
equipment, and the intrepid band of individuals who formed the Jubilee
Committee for the planning and the organising of a Diamond Jubilee Day
to remember.
No report this month from:
Bacton Village Hall Committee
Bacton Community Primary School
1 st Bacton Scout Group
Bacton Under 5s
Bacton United FC 89
Bacton Community Middle School
RBL Women’s Section
The outing to the Chocolate Lady at Steeple Bumpstead was enjoyed by
all. Owner Julie Sherry gave a demonstration using bowls of delicious
melted chocolate and the ladies were able to taste the result. Julie had
lots of stories and tips and the wide variety of chocolates she produces
were available for purchase. The demonstration was followed by a cream
tea.
Four members will be attending the County Day at Needham Market on
16 th June.
The next ‘B’ Group meeting will be hosted by Bacton on Thursday, 19 th
July with florist Lyn Curtis giving a floral demonstration. Members made
18 or more trays of delicious sandwiches for the Jubilee Garden Party
which soon disappeared.
Members will enjoy another garden meeting on 18 th June at the home of
Peggy Dryden in Wattisfield.
Sandra Welham
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Bacton & Wyverstone Horticultural Society
The weather kept dry but windy for the visit to the Old Vicarage, East
Ruston. The recent plant sale realised £280 but expenses have still to be
paid.
There will be an evening visit to Valley Farm Barn at Combs Ford on July,
10 th meeting at the Village Hall at 6.45pm. There will be a collection for
Cancer Research. Chairman, Diane Gladders, will try to book a 33 seater
coach for Pensthorpe and Norfolk Lavender on 15 th , September, cost
approx. £22-£25. Daffodil bulbs dug up at the village hall were free to
members.
A team made up from Sheila Brown, Richard Brown, Peter Churchyard
and Diane Gladders will attend the Village Hall Quiz. Village Hall
Chairman, Keith Parsons, said the musical groups at the Jubilee Garden
Party had been a success and he had been asked to organise some for
Bacton Fayre. Suggestions are welcome. June Spreckley and Bryan
Symonds agreed to act as stewards at Bacton Fayre. Brian Symonds has
Antirrhinums for the Members Class at Bacton Fayre and he will also
supply the pots. Bryan said that the four big planted pots used for the
Jubilee Garden Party will be used for the Flower Show and some
members agreed to look after them.
Isobel Last said she had positive feedback from her advertising at the
Garden Party and had brought along a new member. Sheila Brown said
that £18 had been made on her stall at the Plant Sale for the William
Brown Trust.
Diane introduced the speaker, Peter Fisk, who spoke on how to show
vegetables and dahlias and ran through the Bacton Show Schedule
generously giving away lots of tips he had learned over 51 years of
showing. A damp cloth and a bucket of water featured strongly. Diane
thanked the speaker for encouraging us to enter if only for one class.
Rose Show results –
Hybrid Tea: 1. A. Kemp 2. B. Symonds 3. J. Spreckley.
English Rose (named): 1. D. Gladders 2. B. Symonds.
Three stems of Floribunda: 1. B. Symonds 2. A. Kemp.
A Rose for Fragrance: 1. B. Symonds 2. A. Kemp 3. D. Gladders.
A Miniature Rose: 1. D. Gladders 2. M. Chambers 3. A.Kemp.
An Arrangement with Roses: 1. D. Gladders 2. S. Welham 3. N.Curwen.
My Favourite Rose: 1. D.Gladders 2.A. Kemp 3. P.Churchyard
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THE QUEEN’S DIAMOND JUBILEE CELEBRATIONS IN BACTON
On the evening of 4 June the celebrations in Bacton began. The Variety
Show at the Middle School set the scene for the start of two very special
days where everyone in the village had the opportunity to come together
and make history in Bacton as the country celebrated the Queen’s
Diamond Jubilee.
Cllr Paul Howlett welcomed everyone to the variety show, where
professional entertainers, Charlie, Oli Day and Chris North brought show
time to Bacton and wowed the audience with their tremendous skills of
illusion and their magic and mirth. The Variety show audience was joined
by many others from the village on the meadow opposite the Manor for the
lighting of the beacon. We estimate about 500 people attended this event,
a tremendous turnout at 10 o’clock at night! The beacon was one of 4,200
others being lit that night that were registered in a book which will be
presented to the Queen. At precisely 10.15 pm the designated time, the
beacon was lit by the Beacon Master (Cllr Paul Wigglesworth) and with
the enormous full moon rising to the left of the beacon two orange glows lit
the sky. The fireworks by Bacton’s own Thunder Burst that followed defy
description as they danced in time with the music – a truly wonderful finale
to the first day of celebrations. As people turned to leave they walked
towards the Manor which was floodlit and the whole building took on a
wonderful blue hue!
The next day saw some glimpses of sunshine and thankfully no rain. At
the Manor the flags and bunting had just the right amount of breeze to
show them at their best, the marquee and side shows were set up around
the lawn and the Garden Party opened with the Stowmarket Brass Band
playing the National Anthem and the Union Flag being raised. Cllr Paul
Howlett welcomed everyone to the event and Cllr John Gooderham
helped us all look back over the last 60 years in Bacton. A lovely afternoon
followed with villagers of all ages joining in the activities and enjoying the
delicious refreshments. Jubilee coins were presented, the Royal Crowns
competition was judged as was the Fancy Dress Competition of Kings and
Queens. Enthusiastic competitors joined in especially Royal themed
children’s races. A wonderful craft exhibition took place in the church and
a photographic display of past celebrations and village events helped
some reminisce. A dance group also from the village performed a routine.
Continued on P.30
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IN MEMORY OF TERRY SPALDING
No one knew what a chore it was to edit the parish magazine until the new
editors took over from Terry Spalding. Terry had carried out the task,
apparently effortlessly, for 15 years. Terry did not believe in making a fuss,
but his contribution to village life was enormous.
Terry came from a Lowestoft fishing family and spent most of his career
teaching meteorology. He ended up as chief weather forecaster at
Heathrow Airport. When he and his wife Hazel retired to Bacton, as
planned, in 1996, he immediately engaged with village life. Terry played
an active role on the Parochial Church Council, Deanery Synod, Village
Hall Committee, Over 60s, the Local History Society and more recently
helped to set up the Bacton Good Neighbours Scheme. His devotion to
the parish magazine was such that he planned holidays to avoid clashing
with the deadlines. Without people like Terry, villages would have no
community life.
Terry’s death occurred at a time when he seemed to be recovering from
major spinal surgery. A great patriot, he had enjoyed watching the
Jubilee celebrations at the Paddock House nursing home in Eye, in the
company of his family. He died at Paddock House on June 6, aged 75.
Faith was an important part of Terry’s life and he attended both St. Mary’s
in Mendlesham and St. Mary’s in Bacton. Services were held for him in
both churches.
Continued from page 29.
In addition to the music played by the brass band, youngsters living in
Bacton who attend the middle school sang and played their music too.
The afternoon concluded with the National Anthem being played and the
Union Flag being lowered.
Cllr Philip Jeffries had the idea to celebrate the Jubilee and took the lead
in organising all the events, which Cllr Bernard Gant promoted within the
village.
The Parish Council would like to thank everyone who helped in any way to
make the two days such a tremendous success
.
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Dates for your diary – Mainly July
7 July Sat Wyverstone Community Café & Local Produce Market.
Wyverstone Village Hall 10am -12:30pm
9, 23 July Mon The Kettle’s Calling 2-4pm St Mary’s Community Room
9 July Mon Pip Wright. ‘Lucky is the name’.
10 July Tue Horticultural Society. Evening visit to Valley Farm Barn,
Combs Ford
14 July Sat Cotton Methodist Chapel. Coffee Morning 10am to noon.
Proceeds to MIND
19 July Thu RBL Women’s Section, Lyn Curtis will be giving a floral
demonstration.
21 July Sat Wyverstone Community Café & Local Produce Market.
Wyverstone Village Hall 10am -12:30pm
23 Jul Mon Bacton Parish Council, Village Hall. 7.30pm
24 July Tue 2.30am B & W Mothers’ Union. Wave of Prayer at
Wyverstone Church
4 Aug Sat Bacton Fayre, so Wyverstone Community Café at Fayre
5 Aug Sun Bacton Parish Lunch, Manor Meadow.
14 Aug Tue 12 noon. B & W Mothers’ Union. Lunch out at Thornham
Coach House --TBC
11 Sep Tue 2.30am B & W Mothers’ Union. Deanery Autumn
Service, at St Mary’s, Bacton
THE GOOD NEIGHBOURS ARE HERE!
Do you need help with transport, collections,
minor repairs, pets, a one-off garden tidy,
letter writing, form filling, befriending or lifts
The Bacton, Cotton and Wyverstone Good
Neighbour Scheme
starts on Monday May 21. All volunteers have
been CRB checked and are covered by public
liability insurance.
Contact them on
07980 948641.
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Useful Contacts
Bacton Parish Clerk, Jane Brookman 01359 230897
Cotton Parish Clerk, Colin Hall 781400
Wyverstone Parish Clerk, John Bean 781343
Parish News Editors:
bcwnews@gmail.com
Distribution: Peter Jennings pajennings@gmail.com 780326
Advertising: Linda Last 781772
Village Hall Hire Bacton, John Bean 781343
Village Hall Hire Cotton, Ann Doherty 781083
Village Hall Hire Wyverstone, Kerri or Mike 781151
Bacton Health Centre 781777
Mendlesham Health Centre 767722
West Suffolk Hospital 01284 713000
Ipswich Hospital 01473 712233
Anglian Water 08457 145145
UK Power Networks (power cuts/emergencies) 08007 838838
Newspaper Deliveries Bacton Stores & Post Office 781366
Brockford Home Delivery 01379 780241
Milk Deliveries. Leslie Lummis 767111
Co-op 770142
Benefice of Bacton with Wyverstone, Cotton & Old Newton, and Wickham Skeith
Revd Dr Liz Varley, Rector 781108
Revd Julia Lall, Curate 774646
Mrs Elaine Miller, Lay Reader 770337
Mrs Sheila Wright, Lay Reader 766392
Mrs Helen Matter, Lay Reader 01473 298504
Mr Peter Paine, Elder 767897
Mrs Janice Shea, Elder 781263
Mrs Jean Willoughby, Elder 766621
Mr David Black, Church Warden St Mary’s Bacton 781347
Mr Ray Bartrum, Church Warden St Mary’s Bacton 781526
Mrs Linda Last, PCC Secretary St Mary’s Bacton 781772
Mr Brian Manley, PCC Treasurer St Mary’s Bacton 781595
Mr Winston Girling, Bell Ringer St Mary’s Bacton 674425
Mr Mervyn Walker, Church Warden St Andrew’s Cotton 780272
Mrs Jane deBeer, PCC Treasurer St Andrew’s Cotton 781594
PCC Secretary – vacancy
Mr James Black, Church Warden St George’s Wyverstone 781913
Mrs Angela Cook, PCC Secretary St George’s Wyverstone 781328
Revd Barbara Bilston 781253
Revd Stephen Yelland 612619
Deacon Hilary Smith 781845
Fr David Finegan (Catholic Parish of Our Lady, Stowmarket) 612946
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To contribute to the Parish News, please e-mail your information to
bcwnews@gmail.com by the 15 th of the month at the latest. If you don’t
have a computer, please pass on your information to Rev Liz Varley at
Bacton Rectory.
If you would like to help with editing or distributing the News then please
e-mail bcwnews@gmail.com or write to: Parish News Editors,
c/o Bacton Rectory, Church Road, Bacton IP14 4LJ.
If you would like to advertise please contact Linda Last 01449 781772
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From the Rectory
Dear All
I was absolutely shattered to be rung up, that Wednesday when
everyone went back to work after the Queen’s Jubilee Weekend,
and told that Terry Spalding had died suddenly in his sleep.
I had no idea, when I took Communion to Terry in Paddock House
on the Saturday, that it was the last time we would share the Holy
Mystery together. Terry was on great form – we watched the Jubilee
Derby on his bedroom TV, prayed, and after Communion he talked
about all his plans for when he came home. Although the operation
to relieve the trapped nerves in his spine had given him a bit more
mobility, he seemed to realise that he probably wouldn’t be able to
get around much, but he was keen to take his turn at manning the
Bacton & District Good Neighbour Scheme phone. He had also
started making notes for writing down some of his memories –
which would have made fascinating reading. On Tuesday he had a
lovely day with the family around him. He and Hazel watched the
Jubilee Service in St. Paul’s Cathedral, and Hazel says that when
the Archbishop gave the blessing at the end, Terry signed himself
with the cross as if he had been in church. He was a bit sleepy, but
very much himself. Then, somewhere between 4.30 the next
morning, when the night staff checked on him and he was sleeping
peacefully, and 6.30 when they took in his morning cuppa, Terry left
us. He had lived sixteen years in Bacton and through editing the
Parish News, organising coach trips, working with the Village Hall
Committee, putting up the new bus timetables each time they
changed, and all the other innumerable ways in which he served the
community, had made himself very much a part of the life of this
village. Our sympathy is with Hazel and all the family as they learn
to manage without his lively presence. May he rest in peace and
rise in glory.
Yours with love,
Liz Varley
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Services in the Benefice during July 2012
Sun. July 1 st (FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY):
8.00 a.m. BCP Communion Bacton Rev. Liz Varley
9.30 a.m. Family Service Bacton Rev. Liz Varley
9.30 a.m. Family Service Wickham Skeith Helen Matter
11.00 a.m. Extended Communion Old Newton Elaine Miller
3.00 p.m. Evensong Gipping Rev. Liz Varley
6.30 p.m. Praise in the Community Wyverstone Wyverstone Worship
Team
NO SERVICE AT COTTON
Sun. July 8 th (FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY):
8.00 a.m. BCP Communion Old Newton Rev. Liz Varley
9.30 a.m. Extended Communion Bacton Sheila Wright
9.30 a.m. Holy Communion Wickham Skeith Rev. Barbara Bilston
11.00 a.m. Morning Worship Cotton Sheila Wright
11.00 a.m. Family Service & Baptism Old Newton Rev. Liz Varley
NO SERVICE AT WYVERSTONE
Sun. July 15 th (SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY):
9.30 a.m. Holy Communion Bacton Rev. Liz Varley
9.30 a.m. Extended Communion & Healing
Wickham Skeith Sheila Wright
11.00 a.m. Holy Communion Old Newton Rev. Liz Varley
11.00 a.m. Extended Communion Wyverstone Sheila Wright
NO SERVICE AT COTTON
Sun. July 22 nd (ST. MARY MAGDALENE):
8.00 a.m. BCP Communion Old Newton Rev. Julia Lall
9.30 a.m. Holy Communion Bacton Rev. Julia Lall
9.30 a.m. Holy Communion Wickham Skeith Rev. Liz Varley
11.00 a.m. Holy Communion Cotton Rev. Julia Lall
11.00 a.m. Summer Praise Old Newton Rev. Liz Varley
6.30 p.m. Sung Evensong Old Newton Rev. Barbara Bilston
NO SERVICE AT WYVERSTONE
Sun. July 29 th (EIGHTH SUNDAY AFTER TRINITY):
10.00 a.m. Benefice Communion Wickham Skeith
Precentor of St. Edmundsbury
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Rotas for St.Mary’s, Bacton
July 1 st 8.00am Sidesman: R.Black
9.30am Sidesmen: B.Last/L.Last
Coffee: C Bartrum
July 8 th 9.30am Sidesmen: C Bartrum/ Ron Southgate
Coffee: M. Finbow
July 15 th 9.30am Sidesmen: B Manley/M.Hall
Coffee: Ruth Southgate
July 22 nd 9.30am Sidesmen: Rosy Black/Ruth Southgate
Coffee: L. Last
Bacton Christian Aid – The recent collection raised £582.50
Thank You
Cotton Methodist Services for July
July 1 Morning Worship
July 8 Morning Worship with Holy Communion
July 15 Morning Worship
July 22 Morning Worship
July 29 Morning Worship
Aug 5 Morning Worship
July 14 th , Coffee Morning 10am – 12 noon. Proceeds to MIND.
Forge Community Church, Debenham Leisure Centre
2 Services every Sunday 9.30 and 11.30
incorporating 242 Youth Church and Kids at the Forge
contact info@forgechurch.com or 01449 710437 or
visit the website www.forgechurch.com
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CATHOLIC PARISH OF OUR LADY, STOWMARKET
Parish Priest: Father David Finegan, The Presbytery, 29 Lockington Road,
Stowmarket IP14 1BQ Tel: 01449-612946
E-mail: ourlady.stowmarket@btinternet.com
MASS TIMES:
Saturdays (First Mass of Sunday)
St Mary’s C of E Church, Woolpit - 6.00 pm
Sundays
Our Lady’s, Stricklands Road, Stowmarket - 8.30 am & 10.15 am
Holy Days
Our Lady’s, Stricklands Road, Stowmarket - 8.00 am, 10.00 am and 7.30 pm
Weekday services in the Parish are advertised outside the church, in the weekly
Newsletter and on the Parish Website www.ourladys-stowmarket.co.uk
LIGHTING THE WAY
8,000 miles, 70 days: what an incredible journey the Olympic Flame is having on
its journey around Britain and Ireland on the way to London! Huge crowds have
been turning out to welcome the Olympic Torch Relay. They have been lining the
roads and streets not just to see the torch and be a part of history but to welcome
and encourage the many incredible people who’ve been selected to carry the
flame in short stages. You see them shaking their hands and cheering them on,
encouraging them every step of the way.
The whole thing has been great fun with all the different places the Flame has
visited and unusual modes of transport that have carried it. There have been
celebrities among the torchbearers but the majority have been nominated in their
own communities for extraordinary courage in the face of disability or illness, for
generosity with time and talents in fundraising or promoting sport or for caring for
others. There’s an amazing range of ages and the nomination stories are very
moving.
The news is so often gloomy: bad news and full of people doing terrible things.
What a contrast to hear of so much goodness and kindness in our country today.
It lifts us up when we see and hear how the human spirit can rise above adversity
and overcome obstacles to show true nobility of soul. The crowds cheered wildly
in Royal Wootton Bassett as 16 year old Ben Fox carried the torch so bravely with
only one leg and the help of his crutch. This is truly Olympic. All these Olympians
are an inspiration.
Father David Finegan.
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The Kettle’s Calling!
Where
The Community Room, St Mary’s Bacton
When
Monday 9 th & 23 rd July, 2 - 4pm
Who
Everyone is welcome –
why not come along for tea, toast, cakes and savouries
Come along and bring a friend!
For more details, please ring
Linda Last: 781772
Janice Shea: 781263
Rev Julia Lall: 774646
Please let us know if you would like a lift.
Dear Editor
We would like to thank your readers and those who attended our
Open Garden Day for the contribution made to making the day a
success. We had 167 visitors and raised £637.50 for the National
Garden Scheme charities (www.ngs.org.uk). The weather was
kind to us and many lingered to partake of tea and cakes in the
garden. It was good to meet so many people interested in
gardening and to receive so much positive feedback.
Thank you all for your support.
Margaret and Patrick Palmer
The Coach House
Church Road
Mendlesham
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Junior Church
St Swithin’s Day
St Swithin was a Saxon Bishop of Winchester; he was born in the
ancient kingdom of Wessex and was educated in its capital city
Winchester, which was at the time a very powerful city. He was
known for being a very holy, kind and generous man giving many
charitable gifts and building churches.
We probably all know the legend of St. Swithin’s Day.
St Swithin’s Day if thou dost rain
For forty days it will remain
St. Swithin’s Day if thou be fair
For forty days ‘twill rain no more
The legend say’s that as Swithin lay dying, he asked to be buried
outside where he would be rained on and for nine years his wishes
were carried out, but then the monks of Winchester tried to move his
remains to a splendid new shrine inside the cathedral on 15 th July
971, according to the legend there was a heavy storm during the
ceremony and this has led to the old wives’ tale that if it rains on St.
Swithin’s Day it will rain for forty days afterwards or a fine day will be
followed by forty fine days.
The Met Office has tested this theory on several occasions and of
course it is nothing but a myth.
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SUMMER READING CHALLENGE 2012
The theme of this year’s challenge is STORY LAB
encouraging young readers to search for and share stories.
Pre-registration starts on July 15 th and the challenge runs
from July 21 st to Sep 9 th . Children are asked to read six
books during this period.These may be fact or fiction, poetry
or picture book, anything that is borrowed from the library.
Once the first book has been read they will receive their
STORY LAB folder in which they can place their stickers
which are given after reading every two books. Other items
such as bookmarks will be given as the game progresses.
All those completing the challenge will be presented with a
certificate. To find out more about the challenge log on to
www.story-lab.org.uk.
For further information please contact Stowmarket Library on
01449 613143
MESSAGE FOR CONTRIBUTORS
Space was tight in this issue because so much has been going on.
We have tried very hard not to leave anyone out and would like to
apologise for any omissions.
More people are sending community advertisements intended to be
used as full pages. Unfortunately we do not always have the space
for this. Please bear in mind that these free ads should be
readable when reduced to the size of a quarter of an A5 page. We
will use them full size when we can. Please feel free to send a half
A5 page alternative.
Items for the next parish news should be emailed to
bcwnews@gmail.com Closing date for copy and advertisements
is the 15 th of the preceding month. If you are unable to send email,
please deliver your contributions to the rector, Liz Varley, in Bacton
Rectory.
If you would like to help with editing or distributing the News, then
please email bcwnews@gmail.com or write to Parish News
Editors, C/o Bacton Rectory, Church Rd., Bacton IP14 4LJ.
To advertise, please contact Linda Last on 01449 781772.
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Just Gardening
The weather has been very poor this year. The day after a hose pipe ban
was introduced it seemed to start raining and doesn't appear to have
stopped since. Along with the wet period we've had some low night time
temperatures. Young tender plants could have suffered as a result.
However, there is a good supply of bedding plants available in the Garden
Nurseries for your borders.
Try planting out hanging baskets, fill them with plenty of plants and locate
them in strategic places throughout the garden. A colourful flowering
basket hanging from an apple tree or other structure will draw your eye to
another level in the garden and give interest.
One or two tips to be considered: firstly, don't put the baskets in a position
where you can walk into them and bang your head when thinking about
other matters relating to your garden, secondly, position them for easy
access and allow for watering. I use a fine rose on my watering can.
Hanging baskets will need watering every day and twice a day in the hot
weather, if it ever arrives. I water my hanging baskets early morning and
late evening. Any other time the water tends to run off and evaporate not
doing any good for the plants. Also there is a chance of scorching the
leaves. Once the hanging baskets become established they will need a
good feeding. There are limited nutrients available for the plants, in the
basket planting medium, so we have to provide it.
Try a variety of Pelargonium, or Fuchsia in the centre of the basket. Then
plant multi-coloured Verbena around the centre plant and hanging over
the edge of the basket plant trailing dark blue Lobelia and white alyssum.
You can also plant through the moss lining of the basket, ensuring the
plant roots are in the basket soil and this will give you a complete covering
of flower and colour. Don't let your baskets dry out and don't forget to feed
them. If these simple rules are followed you will be amazed with the
success you will have and your hanging baskets will be a talking point.
Happy Gardening.
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St Mary’s Church, Bacton
SUMMER LUNCHEON
2012
On the Manor Meadow in the
company of
“LEO SHAVERS
the music man”
Sunday, 5 th August
12:00 Noon
AUCTION OF PROMISES
Adults £12.50 Children £5.00
Tickets from Rosy Black
Tel:- 01449 781506
Cow Inn
Information required
We moved into what used to be known as the Cow Inn Bacton & have
become fascinated by it’s past.
We would be delighted to hear from any of its regulars or past
employees who would be willing to share any information about the
pubs history including the characters & the stories that we would like to
preserve.
Please contact Patrick on 01449 780453 or e-mail
patrickwotherspoon@gmail.com
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Plot 1, Tomo Ind Est, Tomo Rd
STOWMARKET, Suffolk, IP14 5AY
Tel: 01449 673989 Fax: 01449 775220
also at Felixstowe Tel: 01394 675146
www.rgtr.co.uk email: atf@rgtr.co.uk
NEW!!! ATF FACILITY/MOT BAY Testing all makes
HGVs ♦ PSVs ♦ Trailers ♦
Class 7 Vans (incl. camper vans) ♦ Cars
Trailer/HGV Servicing & Running Repairs
MOT Preparation & Presentation
Superstructure Repairs
Mobile Service Vans for on-site and Roadside Repairs
Tilt & Curtain Repairs
Trailer Hire
EBS/ABS Diagnostics & Repairs
Truck Diagnostics & Repairs
VOSA approved Brake Roller
Testing Blocks available
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F. G. BROWN – OPTICIANS
Denmark House, 41 Bury Street
Stowmarket.
Tel:- 01449 612812/674030
As independent opticians we offer a more
personalised eyecare service that you can trust for
all the family including:-
Optomap retinal examination
Colorimetry
A wide range of competitively priced frames
and spectacle lenses
Contact lenses
Prescription and non-prescription sunglasses
Your sight care is our priority
Gavin P Deans
B.V.Sc. M.R.C.V.S
Veterinary Surgeon
HAUGHLEY
VETERINARY CENTRE
63 Old Street, Haughley, Stowmarket
01449 673366
A small friendly practice offering a
full medical and surgical service for
companion pets.
Also at
Thurston
Veterinary Centre
01359 232200
24 hour Emergency Cover
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DSR PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
All Property Maintenance Jobs Carried Out
Wall and Floor Ceramic Tiling, Painting and Decorating, Soft Vinyls,
Safety Flooring, Wet Rooms, Carpets Supplied and Fitted, Exterior Works,
Fencing, Patios, Gutter Repairs, Sheds, General Repairs etc.
No Job Too Small
01359 242438 / 07968483055
S & G Builders
0779503051 or 07788186581
Anglia Transport Training
Manual & Automatic
Intensive Driving Courses
B + E Trailer Training
DENNIS MILLIER
01449 781849 07799 662443
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Bacton Stores & Post Office
Shop Green • Bacton • Stowmarket • Suffolk IP14 4LG
Tel: 01449 781366
Rod & Sue Wickenden
Rod, Sue and staff look forward to welcoming you in to our store
Fresh bread, cakes & savouries baked daily
Locally sourced produce, groceries, beers, ales & ciders
Newspapers & magazines in store & delivered locally
Greeting cards, wrapping paper & stationery
Monthly Special Offers – See in store for details – many items half price
Fresh milk and dairy products
Fresh fruit and vegetables
Frozen food and ice creams
Freshly sliced local ham
Tea, coffee & sandwiches
Wines from around the world
Fresh cut flowers & pot plants
Grocery items
Shop open Monday—Friday 7.30am - 8pm, Saturday 8am – 8pm
Sunday & Bank Holidays 9am - 8pm
Post Office open
Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri 9am - 1pm & 2pm - 5.30pm
Wednesday & Saturday 9am - 12.30pm
Countryside
Conservation
& Tree Services
Tree Surgery, Tree Planting
Hedge Laying & Trimming
Fruit Tree Pruning
Leylandii Management
Turf Laying
Pond Creation
Stump Grinding
Wood Chip Mulch
Fire Logs
Mark Bleay
BSc (Hons)
01359 242436
07702 642463
FREE QUOTATIONS
www.cctrees.co.uk
£5,000,000 public liability insurance
RSA
PEST MANAGEMENT
HAUGHLEY
01449 672083
07745 771516
GAME OVER
FOR
Rats, Mice, Moles, Rabbits
Squirrels, Ants, Wasps, Flies
Birds, Bees, Cockroaches
Bedbugs, Fleas, Woodworm etc.
Deer and Fox Management
Fully qualified and insured
pest control
For a Service you can rely on
National Pest Technician Association
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FRESH FRUIT & VEG TO YOUR DOOR
Quality seasonal fresh fruit, vegetables and salad delivered
directly to your home, from your local family greengrocer.
Create your own box (call for a stock list) or select from one of our
mixed fruit, vegetable and salad boxes:
Box Option 1
A selection for a
single person
household
£7
Box Option 2
A selection for a
two person
household
£12
Box Option 3
A selection for a
three person
household
£16
Box Option 4
A selection for a
four person
household
£20
● Weekly deliveries Repeat orders taken ●
● Order by 5pm Monday for delivery Wednesday ●
● Free delivery within 4-mile radius of Old Newton
●
Place your order by calling 01449 780416
texting 07786 165402 or emailing sandjirons@hotmail.co.uk
www.sjigreengrocers.co.uk
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MICHELE COLE
CHIROPODIST
MSSch MBchA RGN
T 01449 781396
M 07740 988172
E chelecole@aol.com
David Foster
Local
Heating & Plumbing Engineer
CORGI & OFTEC Registered
Boiler Servicing & Repairs
(Oil & Gas including LPG)
Central Heating Installations
Pumps, Valves & Programmers fitted
Bathroom/Shower Installations
Gas Appliance Installations
Water Softener Installations
General Plumbing
T 01449 781477
M 07979 505618
PAULA’S
DRIVING SCHOOL
A.D.I. APPROVED
PASS PLUS
Paula Handley-Howard
07929 663919
www.drivingschoolstowmarket.co.uk
Eastern Frames
Picture Framing
Your local, Professional
Picture Framers
John & Trisha Noy
Glass & Mounts Cut
Greetings Cards & Photo Frames
Needlework Stretched & Framed
www.easternframes.co.uk
Fast & Reliable Service
Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Sat 9am-12noon
Red House Farm
Station Road
Haughley
T 01449 675897
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M A Heating Services
Oil, Gas and LPG boiler servicing,
replacement and repairs
Repairs to central heating system faults
i.e. pumps, programmers and cylinders
Servicing and repairs to Rayburn, Aga,
Stanley and Esse
Landlord’s Certificates
T 01379 783427
Wickham Gate, High Street, Gislingham, Suffolk IP23 8JD
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BIOFLOW
High Quality
MAGNETIC PRODUCTS
For helping people and animals
Can be purchased from
BRIGHT FUTURE:
Roy & Di Barker
Great Ashfield
01359 241045
Free Talks to Groups on
Magnotherapy &
Saving Money with Magnets
Raise money at
Coffee Mornings -
ask Di along to
demonstrate the products
Pest Control & Prevention:
Rat & Mouse Eradication &
Prevention of access to Premises
Insect control, prompt service to Wasps,
Hornet’s nests, Ants, Fleas, Flies etc.
Mole control by all Ministry approved methods
Property Care:
Woodworm/Deathwatch Beetle
30 year Bonded Guarantee available
Insect Control:
Fly Control Units, Electric & Adhesive
Fly screens, chain curtains, plastic strip curtains
Please ring for competitive prices from
YOUR local company
0800 074 2450
Command Pest Control Ltd
Command House, College Farm, Church Lane,
Preston St Mary, Sudbury, Suffolk CO10 9NQ
T 01787 248049
portablespace
cabin & container hire ● sales ● transport
Large range of steel anti-vandal containers to help you meet health &
safety law and protect yourself against theft.
Free site visits and a helpful service from a reliable local company.
01449 782123
offices ● canteens ● steel stores ● toilets ● drying rooms
www.portablespace.co.uk
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KEVIN LAFLIN
GENERAL BUILDER
PAINTER & DECORATOR
PLASTERER
30 years
experience
01449 781207
No job
too small
MOWERMAN LTD
Sales of
new & used Lawnmowers,
Ride-ons, Strimmers,
Cultivators etc.
Also cylinder grinding, servicing,
spare parts, repairs etc
Free local collection
24 hr. Answer Service
Highly competitive rates
A.Kendall
Elm Cottage
Blacksmith Road, Cotton
01449 781157
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Jeffries of Bacton
Station Garage, Broad Road, Bacton, Stowmarket, Suffolk, IP14 4HP
T: 01449 781 087 ~ E: bactonbears@aol.com
bactonbears@aol.com
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CYCLE SHOP
FINBOW’S YARD
BACTON
Computer
problems
We provide all types of computer
consultancy and support.
We also build, upgrade and
maintain systems.
No problem too big or too small.
For help & advice call
Gordon or Helen
01449 781255
faxbase ltd
Family bikes, including toddlers’ trikes,
accessories, parts, repair & servicing
RALEIGH, DIAMONDBACK,
CLAUD BUTLER & FALCON
01449 781036
www.finbowsyardcycles.co.uk
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Picture Framing
by
Carola Settle
Quality Mounting &
Framing of Prints,
Photographs, Paintings,
Embroideries etc.
At competitive prices
Friendly advice &
Professional Service
Stanwell House, High Street,
Gislingham, Eye, Suffolk
T 01379 783415
Graham Moore Electrical
Blacksmith’s Cottage, Silver Street
Old Newton IP14 4HF
For all your electrical needs
For a friendly and efficient service
call Graham on
T 01449 673705 or
M 07867 560357
FREE
ESTIMATES
ALL WORK
GUARANTEED
Andy Harris
A J Harris
(Decorating &
Home Improvements) Ltd
For a quality
decorating service
at a competitive price
Both exterior & interior work
undertaken, including general
property maintenance
For a trustworthy, friendly
and local service
01449 781968
M 07940 727161
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The Cottage
Gardener
For All Your Gardening Needs
Weeding, pruning, planting, lawn cutting, hedge trimming
Garden clearance, patios, fencing, paths, sheds, decking
Plant advisory & supply service, hanging baskets & pots
Knowledgeable, professional & reliable
No job too small – free estimates
Contact John on:-
Mobile:- 07833 088576 or email:- cottagegardener@live.co.uk
KR CUTZ
UNISEX HAIRSTYLIST
OPEN TUESDAY – SATURDAY
NEW CUSTOMERS WELCOME!
STARBRIGHT
CHILDREN’S & BABY’S
CLOTHES SHOP
CAN WE SELL YOUR
GOOD QUALITY
CLOTHES, TOYS OR
NURSERY EQUIPMENT
01449 781943
FIND US AT FINBOW’S YARD
BACTON
07907 755739
LYNDHURST, STATION RD, COTTON
(OPPOSITE FINBOWS YARD)
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gordonince@btconnect.com
Inces Colour advert
here
T01449 612664
25 Ipswich Street
Stowmarket,
Suffolk
IP14 1AH
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