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Edvin Loach • Tedstone Delamere • Tedstone Wafre • Upper Sapey • Whitbourne • WolferlowThe Parish Magazineof Greater WhitbourneOctober 201250p

ClergyParish and Magazine ContactsEditorial PolicyThe Rector: Revd. David Howell The Rectory,Whitbourne WR6 5RP 821285Assistant Priest: Revd. Doiran WilliamsHowberry, Whitbourne WR6 5RZ 821189ChurchwardensEdvin Loach: Mr R Evans and Mrs J Evans01885 482183Tedstone Delamere: Mrs Kathleen Harris01885 483681; Mr W North 853321Upper Sapey: Mr I Evans-Fisher and Mrs CEvans-Fisher 853441Whitbourne: Mrs Myrtle Kneen 821707;Mrs Sylvia Bland 853661Organist: Mrs Sheila Jones 01885 488625Parochial Church Council (PCC)Secretary: Mr Stuart Beare 01885 482570Treasurer: Mr Philip Knowles 822204Electoral Roll Officer: Mr John Bland853661Councillors: Sir Nicholas Harington821819; Mr Jerry Cummins 821485Deanery Synod Representatives: Mrs SylviaBland; Mrs Brenda Allan; Mr StuartBeare; Mr A Stormonth Darling 821918Editorial and advertisingEditor: Mark Powell 821121; email: parish.magazine@yahoo.co.ukDistribution: Mr Andrew Kneen821707; email: akneen@btinternet.comContributions for the magazine are verywelcome and may be left at WhitbourneVillage Shop or e-mailed to parish.magazine@yahoo.co.uk.Contributionsshould be accompanied by a nameand full address. Anonymity will be consideredon request, but not providedautomatically. Please note that the viewsexpressed by contributors to the ParishMagazine are their own and do not representthe position of the PCC or any otherbody. The last day for submissions is the10th of the month.AdvertisingAdvertisements are intended for localservice providers, retailers and clubs andshould comply with the ethos of the ParishMagazine. Advertising rates are £8,£4, £2 for half, quarter and eight pagerespectively. Further details atwww.whitbourne.org.uk/files/officers.shtml#Magazine. Please note ouradvertising space is limited and you maybe placed on a short waiting list.SubscriptionsThe Parish Magazine is available in theChurches at Edvin Loach, Tedstone Delamere,Upper Sapey and Whitbourne, andalso at Whitbourne Village Shop. Theprice is 50p or £6.00 for an annual subscription,collected at the beginning ofthe year. To subscribe, please call Mr AndrewKneen.Note: All numbers are 01886 unless otherwisestated.Front Cover : Traditionally October is themonth for gathering cider apples. By DaiJones.2 October 2012

teaching of parts of the scripturesfamiliar to his listeners. Wealth maybe a blessing from God, but it canalso be a trap. It makes peopledependent on it for their security. Itimposes constraints andresponsibilities. It makes people lessfree to see what is really important inlife and act on it. Better to havenothing, to want nothing, to findfulfilment in God and other peoplerather than in money and things. InGod’s kingdom, the rich do not have aspecial place. The first are last andthe last first. The poor are blessed,and the rich become empty. Godrewards the undeserving as well asthe deserving, and not with moneybut with eternal life.This teaching of Jesus can be hard tohear. Of course we cannot go out andsell all we own. We haveresponsibilities to care for ourselvesand for others. We cannot depend onothers to feed us, as Jesus seems tohave done. There is nothing wrongwith enjoying the good things ourmoney can buy.But we hear a warning. It is easy forus to be imprisoned by our need forthings. We can slip into thinking thatwhat we have is a reward for goodliving, and think ourselves superior toothers who have perhaps not workedquite so hard or saved quite socarefully. The love of things, the needfor financial security, the desire forcomfort, can stop us hearing theGospel news of freedom in a neworder where possessions areirrelevant and there is eternal life forall.Heating EmergencyDear Friends. After a regularinspection by a heating engineer theheating system in Whitbourne churchhas been condemned. We aretherefore appealing to you for anyfinancial help you can give to pay fora replacement system. If you canhelp, please contact thechurchwardens or Jerry Cummings.Thanks for your support. DavidHowellSaltmarshe W.I. meeting"Golden lads and girls must aschimney sweeps come to dust." FromGabby Sanchez, funeral director, welearned how to arrange a dignifiedfuneral service when we shrug off ourmortal coil. It is not entirelynecessary to have a funeral director.We could arrange the funeral serviceourselves in the village hall or even athome but most relativeswould prefer to hand over the job toParish Newssomeone who has experience andknowledge of all aspects. Thequestion is do we want a burial or acremation. 55% in the Bromyard areaopt for a burial because there isenough land here but a cremation ischeaper. In this area a rota system isoperated night and day to ensure thetelephones are manned and to have ateam available to take the body intotheir care.4 October 2012

In caring for the deceased theoverriding requirement is to checkand check again the identity of thedead person. What if there were twoJohn Smiths side by side in themortuary or the chapel of rest? It isparticularly important if the decisionhas been made to have a cremation asthere will be no DNA afterwards.After deciding what kind of funeral iswanted, religious or non-religious andwhere - in a church or thecrematorium the decision has to betaken as to what kind of coffin isneeded. Here the sky is the limit fromcardboard coffins to picture coffinsto willow, wool, MDF, solid wood asornate or as simple as is wished.There are also limitless choices forcoffin transport - horse drawn, HarleyDavidson three-wheeled trike andtrailer or even a decorated skip. Alsowill there be floral tributes ordonations to charity in lieu?Serious questions have to beanswered concerning the departure ofour loved ones. Death is notsomething that is easy to talk aboutand many decisions have to be madeat a time when we are least prepared.It is kinder to the relatives if someclear decisions have been madebeforehand as to the chosenarrangements.Eve CurrieFriendship ClubOops, sorry I put the wrong date inthe magazine for September'smeeting. I do hope no-one turned upon the 12th - Eileen did try to ringeveryone she could think of beforethe meeting which was held on the5th. Most people who were not awaydid turn up on the 5th and weenjoyed a coffee (or tea) and chat,catching up on everyone's news.October's meeting will be held onWednesday 3rd and we are hoping tohave a speaker from Air Ambulanceto tell us more about this invaluableservice. Please come and join us ifyou would like a tea/coffee and chatwith friends and neighbours who livein and around Whitbourne. We meeton the first Wednesday of the monthin the Village Hall at 11.00am. If youwould like more information pleasecontact Ann Roberts (01886 821063)or Eileen Badger (01886 821501). AnnRobertsDog Bye-LawResidents of the Parish are remindedthat bye-laws prohibit dogs from theplaying field. The Herefordshire DogWarden will occasionally be inattendance and will hand out on-thespotfines if the bye-law is breached.Keith Butler on behalf of WhitbourneParish Council.Pilates classesPilates classes are starting onTuesday mornings at WhitbourneVillage Hall. Contact Sue Bratton fordetails or to book a place. Telephone07974 343609 or emailsue-bratton@tiscali.co.uk.Clifton upon Teme W.I.We have had a very busy summer;members have visited the Hive inWorcester and were treated to aguided tour around the new library.We were fascinated with everythingthe library has to offer and manymembers have been back to use the5 October 2012

library. A wedding in Clifton kept usbusy supplying and serving horsd’ouvres after the marriage serviceand then preparing and serving foodfor the reception at the Village Hall.Lots of effort and teamwork wasinvolved but there were plenty ofcompliments from the family.Our September meeting was a talk byAngela Bushaway on Shiatsu; Angelagave us the history of Shiatsu andalso demonstrated on our members.If you would like to come along to theWI new members and visitors aremost welcome. Our next meeting inthe Village Hall will be on October 9 thand the speaker, Paddy Hannigan, willbe talking about Suffragettes & Votesfor Women. For further informationcontact our President, CharlotteDurling. Tel: 01886 812310. SheilaHarris.Elizabeth TomlinsonElizabeth Tomlinson was a keymember of the team that got thevillage shop off the ground in itsearly days. Since her move toHampshire (or was it Wiltshire) I havelost contact with her and would liketo make contact to let her know howthings are going now and to invite herto the opening of the new shop.I wonder if anyone in the village is intouch with Liz or her family. If socould they give her my contact detailsand say- please get in touch! LizCousins. liz.cousins2@virgin.netWhitbourne W.I.What a lovely evening for ourSeptember meeting. Mary, ourPresident, is away so Ann Robertstook the chair beginning withbusiness. After a long break it wasgood to see everyone. A lovely mealand a good chat was enjoyed at TheLive on Bringsty by some members.Lots of correspondence was read outand put out for people to look at andfill in if appropriate. We’re renewingour 200 club sub for next year for theVillage Hall.The speaker was introduced to us.Vivienne is a product distributor forAloe Vera products and talked aboutthe plant, the history and theproducts. The plant is harvested byhand otherwise the goodness isdestroyed. If the plant is cut it healsitself. The jelly is the only thing usedin the products. It helps all kinds ofskin problems, sun burns etc. A veryinteresting, illustrated talk followedand we then had lovely tea and coffeeand cakes. Our next meeting is 9thOctober with Wendy Hill—More aboutElgar. All welcome. Linda Gray.Thank you—from Kathleen HarrisThank you to everyone whosupported the Coffee Morning atWinley Farm. It was a very happyoccasion and a profit of £350 wasmade. I also rang the Church Bells atTedstone Delamere to welcome in theOlympics. It was much appreciatedby all who heard them. And betterlate than never... Thank you also to allwho supported my 70th Birthday atSapey Golf Club back in February. Iwas able to divide £900 between theWest Midlands Air Ambulance andour own Bromyard First Responder.Kathleen Harris6 October 2012

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Growing up on the farm– By David TownsendEpisode Five (of Eight)Fruit Picking - In spring once thefruit has set, and the petals hadfallen, the trees were sprayed againstfungus, disease and pests. We hadacquired an ex-army trailer to carry a500-gallon tank, and a twin pistonpump attached to a petrol engine.You could easily reach all thebranches from off the ground by usingthe tubular extensions.Having finished harvest, having emptiedthe yards of the manure onto theground, having ploughed the manurein, and with the winter corn planted,it would be late September. The damsonswould be ready for picking. Followingclose behind, the plums wouldbe ready, by which time the appleswere ready to pick. One of the trailers,less side boards would be takendown and drawn alongside the granary,to collect the ladders and fruitbaskets.Grandad Davis had made most of theladders, being a wheelwright. The ladderswere stored along and in betweenthe cross beams of the granary,above the loose grain of oats, with thepicking baskets hanging from them.They would be gently slid out frombetween the beams and placed one ontop of another along the length of thetrailer, with the foot of the laddersplaced over the front vertical screwmechanism for tipping the trailer, asa support. The ladders would beroped on at the rear end, and the basketshung by their hooks danglingfrom the rear. The trailer would thenmove to the top barn to load the fruitboxes, used to carry 48lbs of damsonsand 40lb of pears, plums andapples, and delivered by the fruitmerchant some days previous.Once in the orchard the laddersneeded unloading with care, becausethey could easily be broken. Youneeded to be strong and have asteady hand to lift the ladders andplace them into the trees. If it is oneof the large ladders, with 40 rungsand 30 feet in length, and because ofits weight and difficulty to balance,you would lower the ladder spikesinto the ground, holding it verticallyfor a few moments, to allow you timeto decide where to place the ladder inthe tree for the safest position.You need to be agile and nimble aswell as having a good head forheights together with a degree of confidenceto climb and manoeuvre onladders. There are times, when yousee that perfectly shaped apple whichis sitting right on the farthest point ofa twig. You have to lean out with onehand anchored to the rung of the ladder,with your weight helping to balancethe ladder, without both you andthe ladder twisting or being pulledsideways and coming out of the tree.As well as ensuring you pick a suitableladder for the tree there is an artto picking fruit. Damson trees are agood introduction to fruit picking, asthey do not grow very large, so youwill only need a 15 to 20-rung ladder.The fruit is easy to pick, but you mustensure you do not pick the fruit withthe stalk on, and make sure you donot include leaves, to avoid a reprimandfrom the farmer. Pears have to8 October 2012

e picked with their stalks on, but ifthe trees are not replaced before theyget very old, they will, like apple treeshave branches reaching straight upinto the heavens. Having to climb tothe top of a tall tree where the ladderis only propped by the top branchesof the tree, calls for extra support toprevent the ladder springing as youclimb. A pair of props, made from acouple of hazel poles, with a fork atthe top, would be placed diagonally,up against the rungs, with feetsplayed out, behind the ladder to createa rigid triangle and much neededsupport. Plums are picked easily withouttheir stalks on, but apples havestrong stalks and require a full twistwith the wrist to part them from thetwigs.As it was autumn the afternoon daylightwould come down quickly, so bymid-afternoon it was time to load thefull boxes of apples onto the trailer,and get them back to the farm beforeit was totally dark. The bramleys weretipped onto the top barn floor, on amat of straw, but all the other fruitwould stay in their boxes. Dad wouldspend his evenings sorting, gradingand weighing the apples and pears,for the merchant to collect the followingevening, to free up much neededspace for the next picking. The damsonsand plums just needed weighing.It was very difficult to pass thetop barn at any time of autumn andwinter, when there was fruit stored inthem. The aroma of the fruit was soinviting, that each time you walkedup the drive past the barn, you succumbedto going in and picking upeither a Cox’s Pippin eating apple or aConference pear to give you someappetising refreshment. The cider appleswere left till last. Jack would taketo the orchard a long pole with ahook on the end and start to shakethe branches to dislodge the apples.We would employ the same group ofwomen folk who helped with the potatopicking, to collect the apples intobuckets and tip them into hessiansacks. Once there were a sufficientnumber of bags filled, we would informthe haulage company to collectthe bags, and transport them to thecider processing plant at Bulmer’s inHereford.At the end of the 1950s Britain joinedthe Common Market, with large quantitiesof fruit being imported in fromEurope. Britain couldnot compete with thequality of importedfruit so the governmentencouragedfarmers to uproot alltheir orchards by offeringthem grants.Seeing the way thefruit farming industrywas moving Dad appliedfor a grant, rootingup most of the9 October 2012

trees, but just keeping a few damsons,plum and pear trees for thefarmhouse.The following summer after reseedingone of the smaller orchards down tograss, we noticed poppies growing ingreat numbers in amongst the freshlysown young grass. It was an amazinglysight and quite unique for poppiesnever grew again in that orchard.Later in the season in the same orchardwe had another surprise. Thisorchard just for one season grew anenormous amount of mushrooms,producing up to two fruit baskets fulleach day. To be continued.....WhitbourneBelfry BulletinThe current crisisto hit Whitbournechurch is the heating,which we havebeen told is illegal.Of course, it hasbeen there almostlonger than anybody can remember!An expensive replacement is neededand we need to do some fund-raising,so for the time being we have suspendedfund-raising for the Bell RestorationFund.Many thanks to all of you who havecontributed. We have had the crackin the bell frame mended (the firststage in the programme), meaningthat we can ring to a limited extent.The fifth bell, however, has a problemwith her bearings and we have beenadvised not to ring her. We have hadtwo or three practices, but ringingwith one bell missing is rather likeriding a lame horse. The result canbe painful!But instead of ringing, we can stillchime (hitting the bells with a hammerinstead of full circle ringing).Some of you might have heard them.But the Victorian chiming mechanismis very out of date. Ropes tend tobreak, which means that somebodyhas to find the break and mend it –normally a two-person job needingthe powers of a contortionist to getdown among the bells.We have enough money in the BellFund for the new electronic chimingmechanism (the second stage in theprogramme), which will make lifemuch easier and more tuneful. Thisis a set of hammers activated electronicallyaccording to a pre-set program.We hope it will be in place byChristmas. Any remaining funds willbe put towards the next stage – thenew ringing gallery. Before this isbuilt, a Structural survey of the toweris needed. There are cracks whichsome experts claim are due to settlingwhen the tower was originally built(in the fourteenth century) and whichhave worried every generation ofchurchwardens and architects since.We need to pay for a qualified personto sign a piece of paper which willsatisfy architects and builders.When the heating is sorted out, wejust need to raise another £70,000 orso if we do decide to go ahead withthe final stages of the bell project.Thank you for your support so far,and if we decide to continue with theproject next year we will let youknow. Brenda Allan10 October 2012

Your Community –Your SayHerefordshire Council is inviting allresidents to take part in a series ofpublic Your Community – Your Sayevents across the county in Septemberand October. This will be an opportunityfor local people to sharetheir views about the local area and tohelp inform the decisions made aboutlocal public services.The events will help HerefordshireCouncil and other public service providersunderstand whether they arefocusing on the right priorities andproviding the services needed withinlocal communities. This is part of afundamental review of services thecouncil is currently undertaking, inresponse to the many challenges facingthe delivery of public servicesover the next decade. The eventsform part of an overall consultationand engagement process, which includesonline discussion forums andsocial networking and will take intoaccount potential differences in communitiesacross Herefordshire.The aim is to develop rich and sustainableconversations with communities,especially those who may notalways get their views heard. This iswhy working with voluntary and communityorganisations and parishcouncils is a key ingredient to thesuccess of the consultation process.If you would like to attend an event(the nearest one to Whitbourne is atthe Falcon Hotel, Bromyard on 9thOctober at 7.30 pm), please registeryour interest by contacting HerefordshireCouncil on 01432 383001 oryourcommunityyoursay@herefordshire.gov.uk.If you are unable to make an event,you can still contribute your viewsonline via:www.yourcommunityyoursay.co.uk@haveyoursay_www.facebook.com/YourCommunityYourSayRemembrance CrossesI have a dozenRemembranceCrosses with poppiesattached . Ifanyone would likeone to place at theWhitbourne WarMemorial onRemembrance Sunday,11th November,please contactme. They are freeof charge andoffered on a first come, first servedbasis. Kate Lack 821878STOPat theSHOP!11 October 2012

New Term at WhitbourneSchoolThe new term is off to a crackingstart at Whitbourne primary school,with our new Reception class settledin and enjoying their new experiences.Many have been coming in forweekly sessions at school since thebeginning of 2012, so the transitionhas been especially easy for them.Our new pre-school sessions havestarted for three-year-olds on aThursday morning and the tractors,trains, water and sand pits weremuch used in September during somelovely weather when all the childrencould spend the morning outside. OurLittle Stars toddler group on a Tuesdaymorning has started for the year,so young visitors are a regular occurrence!Our new laptops, funded by the hardwork and generosity of our PTFA, arenow fully in use and being much enjoyedby both staff and pupils – thestaff are enjoying the swift connectiontime and the pupils like thesmart new machines.The summer holidays held a specialbonus – the children won first prizeat Alfrick Show for their depiction ofthe Olympic torch and the impact ofthe Games; we plan to spend the £50prize money on new games equipmentfor them, as a fitting way tocontinue the Games’ influence. Congratulationsto all those who contributedto the finished article. RachelEvansWhitbourne School's new reception class12 October 2012

Letter from the Bishopof HerefordForty years ago, two people recognizedthe need to begin a chaplaincyfor national agricultural work. One ofthe two was an Anglican priest,Canon Peter Buckler, the other, LordRank. So was born the ARC (ArthurRank Centre).The work of the ARC has grown significantlyover the years as it has addresseddifferent rural issues. It hasspawned the Rural Housing Trust, themagazine “The Way”, the Farm CrisisNetwork, the Addington Fund, Computersfor Rural people. Always ithas wanted to support not only ruralcommunities but the life of theChurch within them and servingthem. That remains the case to-dayand the work is as much needed asever.While ARC is a helpful resource (seeits excellent website), the work of engagingwith every aspect of rural andfarming life continues for us all: thelist of needs does not get any shorter!We are more conscious than we wereof the need for sustainable communities,as Bishop Alistair wrote lastmonth. This needs expressing atevery level if all rural communitiesare to flourish. The issues of affordablehousing, employment (nearlyhalf the 16 to 24 year olds in ruralareas are without jobs), fuel andtransport, services, and broadbandare but some of the pressing issueschallenging individuals and communities.With the wettest summer for over ahundred years, it is hardly surprisingif yields are down for so many of ourcrops and, with the drought in USAand bad harvest also in Russia (again),grain and maize prices have alreadygone up significantly, which will raisefood prices for everyone, as well asfor the livestock, affecting our meatprices as well.Yet, we do have food. We do haveharvests. We do have sufficient foreveryone’s need, but not greed, ifonly we can devise fairer political andeconomic ways of distributing to allpeople, and this means in every country,particularly the poorest.All is not yet “safely gathered in”, andwe cannot know what “winter storms”there may or may not be. But we cangive thanks to the Maker and Creatorof all. We can give thanks for ourfarmers and food industry. We cando our best not to take it all forgranted, but support and sustain ourprecious farming and rural life.Bishop Anthony PriddisCover PhotographsThanks go to Paul Lack for the manyphotographshe has suppliedfor theMagazinecover. Also toAlan Matthewsand Dai Jonesfor contributing cover photos for thelast two issues of the magazine. Noonehas yet volunteered to offer photoson a regular basis so if you haveany photos that you feel would makegood covers, please email them to meat parish.magazine@yahoo.co.uk.Many thanks. Mark Powell.13 October 2012

Crossword No. 6 (Compiled by Lord Threadneedle of Whitbourne)1 2 3 4 5 6789 101112 1314 1516 1718 19 2021 22232425Sponsored by theLive and LetLive Pub,Whitbourne.To enter a prize drawfor a meal for two atThe Live, please submityour completedcrossword to the villageshop by the 15thof the month (a purplefolder is held underthe till to receivemagazine contributions).Please includeyour name, phonenumber and/or emailaddress. The winnerwill be notified in nextmonth’s magazine.Across1. To make trim and neat (6,2)7. Nanki-Poo's father (6)8 & 12. Abode perhaps of diminutivecolonel, say. (6, 3)9. Like a guardian (7)11. Allotment goal (5)14. Olive stuffing (7)15. _____ B, Father of NHS (7)16. Finish first (3)19. Council, concealed (5)21. Foolish fellow (4-3)23. Expressive speed variation (6)24. Reason for shaking hands (6)Down2. Province of western France (6)3. One who rises to join but neverequals (7)4. The last (5)5. Seer’s sage (6)6. Apocalyptic quartet (8)9. To dull and spot with age (7)10. Till slip (7)12. Present (3)13. To thrash soundly (3)14. Bullish city’s streets (8)17. Dante’s hot spot (7)18. Swelling of the neck (6)20. Who dares at 16 across? (6)Congratulations to Eve Currie –winner of last month’s crossword completionand a meal for two at The Live and Let Live, Whitbourme.14 October 2012

Solution for Crossword No. 5Across 2. Columbine; 6. Tala; 7. ibis; 9. plea; 10. effendi; 13. conker; 14.beast; 16. harvest; 18. freeman; 19 ennui; 21. enwrap; 22. sadness; 25. lull;27. fond.Down 1. fall; 2. Caracas; 3. brier; 4. Eire; 5. wind; 8. Wykeham; 9. proboscis;11. fleece; 12. illogical; 15. treble; 17. renewable; 20. napless; 21. Essen;23. agon; 24. neds; 26. laud.QE College in PhotographiccompletionCongratulations to the seven pupils from QueenElizabeth Humanities College, Bromyard whowill have their Photographic Competition entriesin an exhibition at Worcester Cathedral between4th and 14th September in the Dean’s Chapel.Three of the photos have been highly commendedand one is a particular individualJudge’s Favourite. Eliot Behan in year 9 has twophotos Highly Commended and Tina Williams inyear 10 has one photo Highly Commended. VictoriaMcMillan year 9 has one photo – a Judge’sFavourite. David Kemp. Picture opposite: A Momentin Time by Victoria McMillan.At a glanceFriday 19 th October, 'Come Dine With QE' event at Queen Elizabeth HumanitiesCollege starting at 7.30pm. Six course meal - two starters, one preparedby the boys and one by the girls, followed by a similar arrangement for themain course and dessert - bar, music and auction. Hosted by Year 11 Studentsto help with raising funds for Bromyard Gala. Tickets available from theschool shortly after the start of term and cost £25 per head.Saturday 24 th November. Coffee morning and Open Meeting to celebrate tenyears of Tanga in Touch.' Further details to be announced.2nd Thursday of the Month. Upper Sapey Whist Drive at Sapey Village Hall.8.00 pm. All welcome.9th February. Valentine Dance at Upper Sapey Golf Club. Further details tofollow.Advance notice for 2013: Caribbean Evening at Sapey Golf Club. Furtherdetails to follow.15 October 2012

Two Poems by Shirley WhittallWordsNice kind words make you feel warmHarsh cold words make you feel forlornA smile and a touch, will relax a troubledmindRemember this when someone needsyou to be kindNever hide your feelings, be honestand trueThen life will run smoothly in all thatyou doWe all make mistakes in our life nowand thenSo accept it, not fret about it, talk to afriendLife is for living, the best way you canGod gave us this gift, that was hisplan.Who is paying foryour Christmas?Share in Jamie Oliver’s success. Weare now seeking local consultants tosell his exclusive Jamie range forkitchen and home.Hours to suit!No prior experience is necessary!To find out how to be part of a growingand successful team call StephanieRouse on 07739 301149or email lovejamie@live.co.uk for moreinformation.Washing DayA lovely day, the sun is shiningThrough the clouds like a silver liningWashing hanging on the lineBlowing in the breeze so fineThe scent of washing powder in theairClothes clean and fresh, handled withcareA washing line tells the storyOf home life in all its gloryVisitors have been to stay-Extra bed linen in all its arrayLets hope the weather keeps just fineFor all this washing on the line!Pressed and ready to be packed awayTill next time visitors come to stay.Conquest Theatre—BromyardSat Oct 6 Africa Entsha. An acapellagroup from Soweto. 8pmSun Oct 14 London PhilharmonicSkiffle Orchestra play Celtic, Cajun,Cossack, country bluesand….comedy. 7.30pmSat Oct 27 Hereford Fire Choir.7.30pmSat Nov 3. Bootleg Bee Gees. 8pmfilms@conquest (8pm : £5/£4.50)Fri Oct 5 Albert NobbsFri Oct 26 My Week with MarilynSaturday morning coffee shop– join us forlively chat and good coffee!! 10.30-12.30Book now on www.conquest-theatre.co.ukBox office 01885 48857516 October 2012

New Shop ProgressingWellAs you know, earlier this year, afterfive years of running the shop in whatmight be the smallest space possible,we were delighted to hear that ourbid for a £250,000 lottery grant tobuild a new shop and to help developlocal food production and consumptionhad been successful. Most ofyou will have seen the sign outsidethe new shop site and may be wonderingwhat has been happeningsince then.The building work on the new shopstarted in early July....or rather, it didn't.A few negotiations on the contracthad to take place and then therain started in mid-July which meantthat the newly negotiated foundationscould not be constructed because thetrenches kept collapsing due to thesaturation of the soil. Consequentlythe designers had to go away and redesignthe foundations to be set onpiles sunk into the solid clay. Thisobviously took time but once theywere designed our builder, Spectus ofPershore, was able to get in the pilingrig and the piles were created at theend of July. The reinforcing steel forthe ground beams had to be set intoshape in workshops away from thesite and the special sheets that theground beams sit on also had to bemanufactured. These were deliveredto the site in mid-August, placed inposition, concrete delivered and theground beams constructed. So, as weenter the second week of September,the long awaited brickwork is arisingfrom the foundations. All of this delayhas meant two things, of course.Firstly, the cost is going to be greaterthan we had hoped, although it willstill be within our contingency limit;and secondly, our aim to be in thenew shop by Christmas is now notgoing to happen. Spectus are workingon a new timetable but don’t forget,once they hand the building over tous it will take two or three weeks tofit it out and test the new arrangementsbefore the first customer stepsover the lintel.In the meantime, the new shop committeehas just had a meeting devotedto planning the next steps betweennow and the opening. So wenow have a detailed action plan forthe coming months.The shop would not be there withoutthe hard work of the volunteers whowork in and around the shop. It isamazing to know that we have neverfailed to open because of the lack of avolunteer. That said we are alwayslooking for new volunteers! John Allendoes a sterling job, supported byBrenda, to make sure there is someonein the shop to serve on everyshift, every day. New volunteers aretrained and mentored by Annie Giddingsand Ann Roberts. We will soonbe launching a campaign to recruitmore volunteers and shareholders.If you would like to find out aboutthe shop and maybe get involved, eitherserving in the shop or working‘behind the scenes’ please contact me,Martin Yarnit, on 01886 821197 ormartin.yarnit@virgin.net.17 October 2012

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BADLEY WOOD TREE SERVICESStuart Galvin – Tree Surgeon.All aspects of tree work undertaken to the highest standard.Fully qualified and insured.* Felling and removal * Shaping and pruning* Hedge trimming * Storm damaged and dangerous trees* Logs £50 delivered * Logs and wood chip mulch for saleCall for a free, no obligation quote or advice.07855 847 492, or 01886 821 869Email: sgalvin@hotmail.co.ukwww.badleywoodtreeservices.comChestnut Construction LtdCivil Engineering andBuilding WorkSite ClearanceEarth MovingDrainageGroundworks & Bio DiscsDrivewaysHouse BuildingIndustrial Building01886 821 45307817 198 303Clifton-upon-TemeEarly YearsCentreOffering quality childcareand pre-school educationsfor 0-5 year oldsOpen 7.30am - 6.00pmExperienced qualified staffFlexible hoursOfsted registeredNursery Education Grants availableAlso offering job opportunities forprofessional, committed stafflooking for support in theircareer developmentFor further details, please telephoneManager Sandra Sharratt at the Centre01886 812380The Village, Clifton-upon-Teme,Worcs WR6 6DH19 October 2012

BROCK FABRICSHamnish Nr LeominsterLarge selection ofDesigner Furnishing FabricsChintz and Linen UnionFrom £5.50-£15.00 per metreRing Val Hicks for further details& opening hours on 01568 760 223Or visit our websitewww.brockfabrics.co.ukWe also have a selection of beautifulcushions and stock coloured linings& curtain tapeResearching Bromyard Area, Local Family,House or Local History? We have ParishRegisters, Censuses, Maps, Newspapers,Photos and much more atTHE LOCALHISTORY CENTRE5 Sherford St, Bromyard(next to the Post Office)Opening HoursThurs & Fri. 10-1 & 2-4.30Sat 10-12.30Tel: 01885 488 755 (opening hours only)email: bromyard.history@virgin.netweb: www.bromyardhistorysociety.org.ukBromyard TravelServicesYour Professional, FriendlyLocal Independent Travel Agency DealingWith All Atol Bonded Travel CompaniesFrom Large to SpecialistBeach Holidays, Tropical Sun, UK Breaks, Luxury TravelLate Deals, Coach Holidays With Local Collection, Flights,City Breaks, Ski & Snowboard, Lakes & Mountains… PlusHolidays Direct From Your Doorstep!Let Us Tailor Make Your Holiday To Suit You. FreeOut Of Hours Appointment Service Available!Jason & Jackie Young51a High Street, Bromyard, HR7 4AETel: 01885 488 667jason@bromyardtravelservices.co.ukCanapés by GillFor any occasionAlso availablePrivate lunches, afternoon teas & dinner partieswww.canapesbygill.co.ukinfo@canapesbygill.co.ukGill Dobb 01886 884603/07768 287 441Friendly and conscientious serviceSee the view at Warren FarmOpen daily 11–6 April 1st–October 31 stTeas, cakes, light lunches. We grow it onour farm, we cook it in the farmhouse, allyou have to do is enjoy it. Open farmyard,Group visits/parties. Local craftsYou can find us on the A44 one mile out ofBromyard next to Brockhampton Estatewww.warrenfarms.co.uk20 October 2012

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING SPECIALISTSPART OF CHAMBERMAIDS EST. 199350% Discount Offer* Fully trained & insured operators* Latest equipment* Minimum drying times* We move furniture* Customer satisfaction guarantee* Oriental rug specialists* Stainshield treatment* Deodorizer treatment* Conditioning treatment* Quotations on request* Booking Line *01886 821 55407971 603 007CARPETS Normal Discount(average) Price PriceLounge (15'x 12') £52 £26Through Lounge (20'x 12') £64 £32Hall, Stairs, Landing £64 £32Bedroom £52 £26UPHOLSTERY3 Piece Suite from £100 £50Leather Suiteprice on applicationCURTAINS (in situ)Full Length (per pair) £60 £30Half Length (per pair) £50 £25Minimum charge £26Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Specialists, Highfields, Knightwick, Worcestershire WR6 5QGKILN DRIEDFIREWOODFROM LOCAL, SUSTAINABLEHARDWOODSLESS MOISTURE = MORE HEATBULK DELIVERIES TO YOURDOORTEL: 01981 251 796www.certainlywood.co.ukKEEP YOURLOGS DRYWITH OURLOGSTORES21 October 2012

Ground Maintenanceand LandscapingSpecialistsWe install/repair:Foul Drainage SystemsInspection Covers, Chambers &FramesSeptic Tanks and SoakawaysSewage Treatment PlantsSewage Pumping StationsGrease TrapsStorm Water Drainage SystemsStorm Water SoakawaysGulliesCall or visit our website for a free quotation1 Old Orchard, Hereford Road, Leigh Sinton, Malvern,Worcestershire, WR13 5EU E-mail: dan@fixmydrains.co.ukTel: 01886 833074 Mobile: 07875 394571Kings Arms Yard, BromyardHerefordshire HR7 4EETel. 01885 488822www.bromyardvets.co.ukbromyardvets@btinternet.comApproved member of the RoyalCollege of Veterinary SurgeonsPractice Standards SchemePurpose built small animal facilityOvernight in-patient care24 hr emergency service with ourown vetsFull in-patient facilities includingseparate dog/cat, prey speciesward and isolation unitsIn-house LaboratoryECG and blood pressure monitoringOrthopaedic surgeryX-ray and Colour Doppler UltrasoundScannerTreatment of raptors and otheraviansNurse clinicsThe Vets: Martin Flamank (BVetMed MRCVS ) : Sandie Weeks-Gibbard (BVSc MRCVS) : Kelly-Bryant-Jefferies BVSc MRCVS22 October 2012

Red KitePest Control&Wildlife ManagementCombining Tradition and InnovationFor all your local Pest Control requirementsHumane, environmentally responsible methodsFlexible Contracts ~ Individual TreatmentsBPCA and NPTA QualifiedNPTA and UKPCO memberAll INSECT PestsAll RODENT PestsAll WILDLIFE PestsSpecialized Trapping servicePest PreventionFree Advice ~ Free initial surveyFree no obligation QuotationsTelephone Andy Staples on:07977 044987 / 01886 832730Home heating oilAgricultural fuelsAuto top up facilityGas oil & road dieselLubricantsNEW...LUXURY CATTERYInspection invitedBrand new, luxurious, licensed cattery set inbeautiful open countryside, run by genuinecat lover.Built to the highest FAB specifications.All chalets have heated bedrooms andcovered outside play runs which overlook thegarden.Special needs and diets catered for.…Book your kitty in withpeace of mind knowing thathe/she will be loved, fed andkept warm and safe until youreturn.Ledbury 01531 632712www.watsonfuels.co.ukKitty’s Cattery 01886 821154Coronation Cottage, Broadwas (Nr.Martley), Worcester, WR6 5NTwww.kittyscattery.co.uk23 October 2012

O P W PlumbingREPAIRS, HEATING & BATHROOMOliver Williams16 Hardwick CloseBromyardHerefordHR7 4QRUNIQUELANDSCAPES LTDGARDEN DESIGN SERVICEPLANTING DESIGNSSOFT / HARD LANDSCAPINGAward winning garden design.Inspirational ideas and a passion forplants. Estab. 1996.Free no-obligation site visit/quotation,call Shaun0777 884487801584 831733Home:01885 489110Mobile:07530 063 113Email: shaun@uniquelandscapes.co.ukwww.uniquelandscapes.co.ukPUSSY CATCATTERYwww.pussycatpussycat.netIdyllic peaceful locationBuilt and run to FAB specificationsIndividually heated, safe and secureUnits with covered outside runViewings welcomeAmanda and Neil WillsSeville CottageSuckleyWorcesterWR6 5EQ01886 884867Private LanguageTuitionfor children and adultsSpanish, French, Englishand RomanianQualified TeacherContact Anca Higgins BA(Hons)Tel: 01885 489411or 07704 504278Email: gthamb@tiscali.co.uk24 October 2012

Geomex LtdArchitectural Designers and Structural EngineersArchitectural Plans – Extensions / Alterations / New BuildListed Building Consent and Historic BuildingsBuilding Regulation SubmissionsStructural DesignFull InsuranceEur.Ing Paul Smith.DipHI, BEng, MSc, C.Eng, MICE, MCMI, MCIHT, MCIOBTel: 01886 832810Email: geomex@fsmail.net Web: www.geomex.co.ukFASSTEFFIICIIENTEFFECTIIVEWe treat: Sports Injuries • Back Pain ••Muscular Pains & Strains • PosturalProblems • Pregnancy Related Problems• Babies, Children, Teens & AdultsWe offer a complete service: Osteopathy,Soft Tissue Massage, AcupunctureRegistered with all health insurancecompanies. Evening and weekendappointments available3 King George Ave, Droitwich SpaWORCS. WR9 7BP 01905 772458info@backsrus.co.ukwww.backsrus.co.uk25 October 2012

LEE JAMES CARPENTRY& JOINERYQualified and experienced in allaspects of carpentryKitchens supplied and fittedFirst and second fixDoors and windowsOak timber framesLoft conversionsRoofingRenovations - old and newPlastic facias and gutteringFor free quotes, competitive prices anda professional service, please phone:07779 073 870or 01886 821 151Quality & satisfaction guaranteedJ A C JoineryUnit 44The Hop Pocket Craft CentreBishops FromeWorcester WR6 5BTTel 07968 343174 / 01432 851235Handmade bespoke, kitchens,conservatories, home offices,bedrooms, doors, windowsand fine furniture.Also suppliers of triple glazed windows.www. jacjoinery.co.ukCompetitive prices. Free quotationsDANCE CLASSESAbsolute Beginners Line DancingMonday 3 rd SeptemberWhitbourne Village HallWhitbourneWorcesterWR6 5SPBeginners Class CommencesTuesday 4th SeptemberThe Coppertops195 Oldbury RoadWorcesterWR2 6ASClasses 7.00pm - 8.00pmJeff & Thelma MillsTel: 01886 821772 Mobile: 07733 008 66426 October 2012

T C S E R V I C E SPlumbing & Domestic Appliance RepairsCity and Guilds Registered20 years experience Public Liability Insured10% Discount for OAPsTony Clarke6 Toll House Close, Rushwick, Worcester, WR2 5TXTel 07793 815369 01905 424738Free flow areaand largeorchard areaTiblands Nursery SchoolWhitbourne (Nr Worcester)WR6 5RE 01886 821394+ Pre-SchoolSyliva and Trish Garbess NNEB NVQ3 TDLB (assessor for the NVQ)Take Ten More for Play (after school training)Established in 1996, new purpose built building officially opened on Saturday 7 th October 2006 by Dr TaitOfsted approved and nursery education grants acceptedGood partnerships with local schoolsOpen all year round from 8.30am - 6pm for children aged 6 months-5 yearsOffering quality care and education in a secure and nourishing environmentAfter school + holiday club open Monday – FridayFor more details or to arrange a visit contact Sylvia or Trish27 October 2012

TIM RUSSELLLOCKSMITH &SAFE ENGINEEROver 16 years in the lock tradeLOCKS AND SAFESSUPPLIED – SERVICED – FITTED –OPENED & REPAIREDFree estimates – 24HR Service36, Church Street, BromyardHerefordshire HR7 4DP01885 488 842 – 07889 921 814e-mail: trlockandsafe@supanet.comwww.trlockandsafe.netR OBERT PERRINDIP ARCH (HONOURS) LONDONArchitect & DesignerOffers professional advice onresidential extensions and newbuild projectsPlanning applications, buildingsregulation submissions &site supervisionFull service from designto completionFree initial consultationOffice: 01584 781 302Mobile: 07971 511 714ExtensionsP I N N A CL EBUILDERSALL TYPES OF BUILDING WORKDesign & PlanningGarage ConversionsPorchesAlterationsRepairs & MaintenanceKitchens & BathroomsFor free advice & estimates call01886 822121 07967 484354Church Lane, Broadwas,Worcester, WR6 5NQD R Maund-PowellAll aspects of residentialand agricultural groundworksand landscapingundertaken10 Knights CourtBishops FromeWR6 5BZTel:01885 490676Mobile: 07977 141734Groundworks and LandscapingContractordavidmaundpowell@aol.com28 October 2012

dots GalleryOriginal AffordableContemporaryPlease come in and have a browsePaintings and printsJewellery and CeramicsUnique range of cards by localartists and makersWe also have a high quality bespokeframing service with friendly adviceOpen Monday–Saturday 10am-4pm41 Broad St, Bromyard, HR7 4BT01885 483458www.dotsgallery.co.ukDarren—07870 369420Steve—07970 593552WOODENDPAINTER & DECORATORINTERIOR AND EXTERIORHEATHFIELDBRINGSTYNR WORCESTERTEL:- 01886 821392All eventscatered for -Weddings, PartiesShows, etcwww.oasisbarservices.co.ukEmail: Enquiries@oasisbarservices.co.ukTAYLORS CONSERVATORY CAREA family run business with an establishedreputation for professional quality serviceSupply and InstallationAftersales care and Re-roofingWe supply and fit:Aluminium windows and doorsUPVC windows and doorsHardwood & softwood windows & doorsConservatories in hardwood,UPVC and aluminiumWe are agents for Compton Garages and AltonGreenhouses, also Pilkingtons ApprovedInstallersPLEASE PHONE FOR A FREE QUOTATION22 Saxon Close, Clifton-upon-TemeWorcs. WR6 6DLHave you got a problem with yourTV, VIDEO, WASHINGMACHINE, MICROWAVE etc?Then callPat PriestGeneral Electrical ServicesNOW!Established locally for 18 years with over30 years experience of the trade. Weoffer fast, reliable and honest solutionsto your problems at fixed rate prices01886 82110924 hour answeringservice01886 812424 Mob. 07801 28182129 October 2012

AS YOU LIKE ITRachel MutterLady DecoratorProviding and entirerange of home decorationservice s including:‣ Interior design andconsultancy‣ Painting: Internaland External‣ WallpaperingWith over 8 years experience you can be sure of anexcellent result as well as competitive rates.References available on request.Please do not hesitate to call for a noobligation quote. No job too big or too small.01886 822 238 07793 361 768Whistlewood Cottage, Lulsley, Knightwick,WORCESTER WR6 5QTRichard Bond and Mick AdamsAs well as the services already providedbelow, following requests we have nowadded PAINTING & DECORATING, bothinterior and exteriorGrass cutting, strimmingHedge cuttingGeneral gardeningFencingPathwaysPatiosShed building and repairGravestone resettingPainting/decorating interior and exteriorOther jobs as requiredSensible rates - QuotationsPlease call Richard Bond01886 821641 or 07785 396159E d w a r d sC l e a n i n g S e r v i c e sWindow cleaning, sills and framesFascia boards & soffitsConservatories, car portsGutter cleaning & maintenancePatios, decking, drivewaysCaravan cleaning01885 48595507723 314 506Mick RonePlumbing and Elite BathroomsTHE COMPLETE INSTALLATION***********Building alterations to create thatextra spaceLighting effectsSuperb tiling ideasAir baths installedSpecial needsFor that extra care and attentions in yourhome and a free survey to discuss yourbathroom projectsTel/Fax 01886 88459830 October 2012

Prompt, reliable & friendly service All types of flues & appliances cleaned. Cowls and chimney pots fitted. Fully qualified by the Guild of MasterSweeps and fully insured. Guild certificates issued after everysweep. Chimney liningNo Mess No Dust No FussCall EddieTel 07895 612915/01905 679950Tipton Hall Riding SchoolRiding lessons for all agesHackling through wonderful countrysideHorse Livery—small friendly yardRoger Benbow (registeredinstructor)Phone: 01885 488791Mobile: 07792 358741www.tiptonhallridingschool.comAlan RogersTree Maintenance& Gardening4 Clover CourtBromyardHerefordshireHR7 4BJPhone: 01885 48291631 October 2012

GRAPH SURVEY PARTNERSHIPLand and Engineering Surveying ServicesCivil Engineering Setting Out, Topographical Surveys,Volumetric Analysis, Establishing ControlNetworks, Data Preparation, 3D Machine Guidanceand Instrument Hire. All teams carry Robotic EDM,GPS and Precise Levelling functionality.Tel 07973 381362/07885 203875www.graphsurveys.co.uk8 Heathbrook Avenue, Wall Heath, West Midlands,DY6 0ER! Good Eating !Outside catering for any occasionParties, Weddings, Receptions, Funeral teasVery competitive ratesExcellent serviceFor more information call:Janet Rogers (01885) 482392A N D R E W J E L L E YO P T I C I A N SAndrew Jelley BSc (Hons) FC OptomTeresa Davies FBDODuncan Edwards FBDOAlex Lane BSc (Hons) MC Optom34/36 High Street, Bromyard. HR7 4AETel: 01885 488 259enquiries@andrewjelleyopticians.co.ukwww.andrewjelleyopticians.co.ukMALCOLM BRADSHAWBUILDING CONTRACTOREXTENSIONSALTERATIONSGARAGES AND PORCHESPAVING AND PATIOSGARDEN WALLS ETCOVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCETEL: 01886 821447 MOBILE: 07714 542536malcolm.bradshaw3@btinternet.comM A R T L E YO S T E O P A T H I C C L I N I CNot just for backs0 1 8 8 6 8 8 9 0 0 2for information and appointmentsOsteopathic treatment for infants to adultsincluding cranial techniquesLynette Topham BSc (Hons) OstRegistered OsteopathUnit 4A Hope House Farm BarnsMartley,WR6 6QFmartley_osteo@btconnect.com32 October 2012

Community Car SchemeIf you have transport problems getting tomedical appointments etc., we will behappy to help. Please start ringing fromthe top of the list.Janet Knight: 821619Gillie Stormonth Darling: 821918Susie Tetley: 821432Meg Dawson: 821510Asimina Smith: 821435Current charge: 25p per mile fromdriver’s door to driver’s door. The servicecovers all residents in the Parish ofGreater Whitbourne. Please give as muchnotice as possible when you need transport.Our drivers reserve the right torefuse a request if they feel it is inappropriate.Volunteers are always welcome:please ring Gillie Stormonth Darling on821918. Updated October 2012Jeremy Massey ElectricsElectrical ContractorAll electrical Installations carried out to 17thEdition - BS7671 Domestic, commercial, industrial New installations and rewires Interior and exterior lighting Electrical and telephone sockets Electrical health checks Fault finding CertificationContact: Jeremy or Maria01886 888493J B ServicesPainting and DecoratingI offer very competitive rates and excellentservice. For a no obligation quotation, pleasecall:Home: 01885 482149Mobile: 07870 110124LOGS 4SALECall 07721 458089Or 01886 821394Guy JamesJoineryModern Design withTraditional Craftsmanshipwww.guyjamesjoinery.co.ukTel: 07967 476470 / 01885 48316333 October 2012

Useful numbers(all numbers 01886 except where stated)Knightwick Surgery 821279Whitbourne Primary School 821266Great Witley Surgery 01299 896788Clifton-Upon-Teme Primary School812258Nunwell Surgery, Bromyard 01885483412Brockhampton Primary School 01885483238Bromyard Town Council 01885 482825Saltmarshe & District Hall 853512Herefordshire Council 01432 260000Upper Sapey Village Hall 853512Worcestershire Council 01905 763763Whitbourne Village Hall bookings 821823(email book.wvhall@gmail.com)Police – West Mercia 0300 3333000Police - CSO Stephanie Annette 07970602354Clifton-upon-Teme Village Hall 812880Whitbourne Village Shop 822227The Wheatsheaf Inn 822282Clifton Upon Teme Village Stores 812303Live and Let Live (Whitbourne) 822197Tiblands Nursery School 821394Live and Let Live (Bringsty) 821462St Richard’s Preparatory, Pre-Preparatory andNursery SchoolBredenbury Court, Near BromyardSt Richard’s is a school of 130 boys and girls aged rising 3-13 and takes full advantage of its rural position.The school has high academic standards, excellent facilities and small classes which allow devotedindividual care. St Richard’s children flourish being fully involved in sport, drama, music andmany other activitiesDaily minibus service from Knightwick (A44) to St Richard’s School(Children may be picked up at appropriate places along the A44)For further details please contact the HeadmasterSt Richard’s SchoolBredenburyNr. BromyardHerefordshireHR7 4TD(01885 482491)www.st-richards.co.uk34 October 2012

Flowers and Brasses7th Oct Mr and Mrs Cunningham14th Oct Mr and Mrs Cunningham21st Oct Mrs Margaret Meadows28th Oct Mrs Margaret Meadows4th Nov Mrs Maureen Williams11th Nov Mrs Maureen Williams18th Nov Mrs Marlene Malkin25th Nov Mrs Marlene MalkinAny queries relating to flowers, pleasecontact Mrs Ann Taylor on 821744.Sidesmen—Whitbourne7th October Mr J. Cummins14th October Mr D. Shaw21st October Mr S Bland and S Cole28th October Mrs M Kneen4th November Mr J. Allan11th November Mr J. Cummins18th November Mr D. Shaw25th November Mr S Bland and S ColeParish Communion Readers—Whitbourne2nd September Sir N Harrington9th September Mr J Allan16th September Mr J Bland23rd September Mrs M Kneen30th September Mrs S Bland7th October Mrs B Allan14th October Mrs S Dodd21st October Sir N Harrington28th October Mr J Allan4th November Mr J Bland11th November Mrs M KneenChurch Rotas18th November25th NovemberMrs S BlandMrs B AllanChurch Cleaning—Whitbourne6th October Mrs M Kneen13th October Mr J & Mrs B Allan20th October Mrs E & Miss E Badger27th October Mrs A Evans3rd November Mrs M Kneen10th November Mrs E & Miss E Badger17th November Mrs A Evans24th November Mrs M KneenUpper SapeyOctober Margaret LeekNovember Carol WildeCoffee - Whitbourne7th October Mr J and Mrs S Bland14th October Mrs A Taylor & Mrs MWilliams21st October Mrs A Evans & Mrs MSchoonenberg28th October Mrs E Badger & Mrs PRansley4th November Mrs W Cummins & MrsS Dodd11th November Mr J and Mrs S Bland18th November Mrs A Taylor & Mrs MWilliams25th November Mrs A Evans & Mrs MSchoonenbergAny queries relating to flowers, please contact Mrs Ann Taylor on 821744. Anyone wishing to beincluded in the cleaning rotas can contact Carol Wilde on 853491 (Upper Sapey) or Claudia Buxtonon 821583 (Whitbourne). New volunteers for any of the rotas are always welcome.If the dates shown for the rotas are inconvenient and you are not able to change with anyone elseon the list, please let Claudia Buxton know on 01886 821583. Thank you to all those who put somuch effort into keeping our Churches running smoothly.35 October 2012

Sunday 7th OctoberChurch Services8am10 am*Holy Communion, WhitbourneConfirmation Service, WhitbourneSunday 14th OctoberSunday 21st OctoberSunday 28th OctoberSunday 4th NovemberSunday 11th NovemberRemembrance SundaySunday 18th NovemberSunday 25th November9.30 am11 am9.30 am11 am3 pm9.30 am8am9.30 am10 am9.30 am11 am3 pm9.30 am11 amHarvest Holy Communion, WhitbourneHarvest Holy Communion, U. SapeyHoly Communion, WhitbourneHarvest Holy Communion, T. DelamereHarvest Holy Communion, E. LoachHoly Communion, Whitbourne*Holy Communion, WhitbourneHoly Communion , WhitbourneRemembrance Service, WhitbourneFollowed by Act of Remembrance atthe War MemorialHoly Communion, WhitbourneHoly Communion, Tedstone DelamereHoly Communion, Edvin LoachHoly Communion, WhitbourneHoly Communion, Upper SapeyOur Parish Cycle of Prayer7th October Upper Sapey14th October Tedstone Wafre21st October Tedstone Delamere28th October Whitbourne4th November Wolferlow11th November Edvin Loach18th November Upper Sapey25th November Tedstone WafrePlease note changes to Church Rotas onpreceding page.The Holy Eucharist will be offered at Whitbourne every Wednesday at 10.30am* denotes Book of Common Prayer