August 2004 - Isleham Informer

Isleham InformerNo.9 August 2004www. isleham-informer. org. uk e-mail: mail@isleham-informer. org. ukPublished by the Isleham Parish CouncilIsleham Gala 2004In the Village, For the Village, Children FirstFirst: A Kid's ViewThe Isleham Gala Day Parade started at 1 o'clock, I wasmarching with the Soham Fenlander Majorettes.By the time we reached the rec it was nearly half past one,that's when all the floats get judged. The Cubs won this year,Roseanne Ship was the Gala Queen, Lewis Freestone thePrince and Leilah Osman the Princess.It was a nice day with people running stalls and all differentactivities going on. Mum and Dad came second in thewheelbarrow race, and there were lots of children's races.The funniest race was the electric scooter race, which I'msure will be a big hit for lots more places because it was onthe Anglian News. Sophie had a line dance display and MrsBendall a dance display along with the Majorettes. All in all itwas a really fun day and I think everyone enjoyed it.Courtney Bedford (11 years)Despite some heavy showers at the start of the afternoon GalaDay once again proved a great success with lots ofentertainment for everybody."My name's Willie Win or WillieLose. (I couldn 't care less)Have a nice day."The Gala afternoonstarted with asplendid parade offloats and walkerswith Isleham cubswinning best floatand £100, with afloat called "RobotWars". Everybodywas entertainedwith displays by theMajorettes, IslehamDance School andthe Country Kickersline dancing. Again,the children's racesproved popular buthad to compete thisyear with the"Electric BuggyRace" for some ofour slightly olderresidents. This raceproved such anovelty that Anglia news appeared, and featured the Gala onAnglia television on both Sunday and Monday! ArthurWhitehand as the race winner took the headlines. Next werethe adult wheelbarrow races for those who didn't mind a bitof water! The final event in the main ring was the fun run.Gala royalty: Lewis, Roseanne and LeilahThe Dog Show was again popular with a variety of classesfrom Best Pedigree to Fancy Dress!There were a disappointing number of entrants in the smallring where the Fancy Dress, Baby Show and Mini Mr. &Miss Psleham were held. Next year we would like to persuademore people from the floats to enter the Fancy DressCompetition.There were plenty of games and stalls, including those in thecraft marquees, on which to spend money. Entertainment wasalso supplied by The Glenn Morrisey Pipe Band, eggthrowing, fair ground rides, football competition and more.We would like to thank our sponsors and everybody inIsleham for their help and support this year. Lets hope thatanother great day can be organised for next year.Emily Radcliffe (Age not disclosed!)Gala Day was certainly fun (especially if you enjoy gettingsoaked!), but there was a lack of entertainment aimed at olderchildren. Plenty for tots and grown-ups, but we felt rather left out.After all there is only a certain amount of candy floss you can eat!In addition, I thought the timing of events needs a bit morethought: every year, the Pipers compete with dance musicbroadcast over the Tannoy, which rather spoils the effect of both.Leonora Mayall (13 years)(more Gala coverage and photos on page 6)FARM FRESH EGGS1 Fen Bank, IslehamFarm on the left opposite theroad leading to Isleham MarinaVisit our stall£1.80 per dozen/90p a half dozen

Contents1. Cover article: Isleham Gala 20043. Handy person service; Cambridgeshire Link Scheme4. Smile; Useful Phone Numbers; Committee Meetings5. Competitions6. Isleham Gala Results7. Isleham Under Fives Assocation8. Isleham Churches News; Tennis club; Re-enactment9. In the Sky. An update on what to see10. Isleham Wl; The way it was; Arthur's Snippets11. Your Letters12. Sue Ryder Care; ECDC recycling news13. IPCNews14. Joyce's Corner; Twinning News16. Sports ReportContact InformationYou may contact the Informer and send letters, articles,information, complaints, etc. through our email address at:mail@isleham-informer. org. ukComplaints may also be sent to the IPC via YvonneBishop at the Post Office. Advertising enquiries should bemade to Ian Humphreys on 01638 781796. Articles shouldbe taken to or sent to Tony Ferrige, 9 Church Street(opposite the church). Tony may be contacted on 01638780973. You may fax us on 01638 780962 but please tryto send material by e-mail to reduce our burden of typing.Bigger TeamOur appeal for more help in the last Informer has resultedin four people joining us. They will make an enormousimpact in helping share the work. The new people areGlenda Preece, a retired schoolteacher; Michelle Kilgorewho is studying for an Internet degree; Ed Mayall who iscurrently taking some time off from regular 9-5 work andRichard Turner who works at a lead foundry in Burwell.Glenda will be responsible for typing and formattingarticles and Michelle will be responsible for laying outadvertisements and helping Ian get more advertising. Edwill be responsible for putting it all together before it goesto the printer. Richard has taken on responsibility fordistributing the Informer. Richard is looking for people toact as backups for delivery. If you are prepared to help,please contact him on 01638 780965.We will include a short article on what we all do in thenext issue. It will probably take us a couple of issuesbefore we are working as an efficient team, so please bearwith us.This issue is rather abbreviated due to extra advertising butthis will eventually provide you with a larger Informer.Sorreeeee!We apologise for the late delivery of the June Informer.This was due to serious problems encountered by theprinter that were unrelated to the Informer. Instead ofturning the Informer round in their normal 3 to 4 days, ittook more than 3 weeks.DisclaimerWhilst every effort is made by Isleham Parish Council andthe Informer Editorial Team to ensure that the interpretationand content of the information contained in this publication iscorrect, the Isleham Parish Council and the Informer EditorialTeam cannot be held liable for any consequential action basedon this information.COPY DEADLINESThe deadlines for copy for the October issue are asfollows. Anything arriving later than the dates below willbe held over to a later issue.Non-advertisersArticles, contributions and letters:Prearranged articles/features:AdvertisersChanges to regular adverts:14 m September19 th September23 rd SeptemberYour Informer will normally be sent to the printer on theworking day nearest to 24 th of the month. This will givejust sufficient time for it to be distributed within a day ortwo of the end of each month. By special arrangementchanges can be made to advertisements even later butplease try to conform to our deadlines.Regular AdvertisersIan Humphreys is currently contacting all our advertisers.You may contact him on 01638 781796 to discuss futureadvertising and rates.Please remember that for non-business advertisingLineage Advertisements are FREE! Pleasecontact Ian Humphreys on 01638 781796 to place your ad.List of Sponsors. Donations andContributions to Isleham Gala DayLidgate FarmPriory GarageTenrich TyresUniversal GarageNeals TravelThoroughbred DoorsPooley Bendall & WatsonNewmarket Caravan ServicesStainbustersIsleham WlS&T Transport ServicesAndrew Farr DecoratingThe Garden Design CentreC Ellmer ConstructionJM & MA Thompson & SonsVernon Place PhotographyColin EllwoodPhilip and Gill AsplandRichard and Emily RadcliffeGraham and Angela WellsThe Merry MonkWildtracksCambridge United FCStrikesPlanet ZoomThe Atrium Fitness CentreIsleham Country KickersKathy CarverKarma FarmRosie AllenAngela HarlowBamboo GardenThe Rising SunJohn AvesJohn CarpenterMumford RoofingMallow FurnitureJ CWoollard PlumbingIvan RichRC Myson ElectricalMark GoldsackDave SennittIvan CoxRichard TurnerIsleham Baptist ChurchJ Hurrell Butchers

HANDY PERSON SERVICEWe have received information of a new serviceavailable to those who are disabled and/or over 60years of age. The service is not run for profit: acharge of £5 an hour, plus the cost of materials, ismade. The jobs should be small - as a guide, nomore than half a day's work.The Handy person is Maurice Favell, and his whitevan displays 'Care & Repair East Cambridgeshire LtdHandy Person Scheme'.East Cambridgeshire LtdAn Independent, non-profit making organisationHAND Y PERSON SER VICECARRYING OUT MINOR REPAIRSTO YOUR PROPERTYHELPING LESS ABLED PEOPLE TO REMAINAT HOME IN SAFETY AND SECURITYTel: 01353 722192, Fax: 01353 7237781 lb Churchgate Street, Soham, Ely CB7 5OSwww.careandrepair-ecambs.co.ukCOMMUNITY FUND - LOTTERY FUNDEDCambridgeshire LINK SCHEMECarers urgently needed in your village!GIVE A LITTLE TIME - MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCEHave fun and make a real difference to the lives ofdisabled children and their families. Become a shortbreak carer providing care in your home for aweekend each month, or a few hours, on a regularbasis.You could be working, retired or unemployed, with orwithout children, single or with a partner. You do notneed any particular experience or qualifications astraining, support and allowances are provided.A shortage of carers is putting pressure on theparents of severely disabled and or autistic children.It is a round-the-clock responsibility -- can youprovide an opportunity for both family and child tohave a regular break?PHONE TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATIONCONTACT: Freephone 0800 052 0078Ore-mail to: link.enquire@cambridgeshire.gov.ukPriory GarageYour Local Used Car DealerChurch Street, IslehamTel: 01638 780625Service & Repairs for All Makes & Models, MoTsOpening times: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday - Friday7 a.m. - 4 p.m. SaturdayUsed Cars in Stock NOW2004 04 Renault Scenic 1.6 Dynamique. Air con, Radio/CDplayer, Central locking, Twin side and front air bags, ABS, PAS,Alloy wheels, Electric windows, Front fog lamps. Deliverymileage. £135002003 03 Renault Laguna Dynamiquel.9DCi Sport Tourerin Flame Red metallic. Air con, Radio/CD player, Air bags, PAS,Alloy wheels, Electric windows, Front fog lamps, Half leather, 6speed. 13000 miles. £124502003 03 Renault Laguna Dynamique 1.9 DCi 5 dr hatchin Flame Red. Alloys, Air con, Half leather, PAS, ABS. Twin airbags, Radio/CD. 6 speed. Central locking, Electric windows,Front fogs. 13000 miles. £116002002 52 Citroen C3 Exclusive 5dr Hatch 1.6 in metallic Blue.Air con, Radio/CD player, Twin air bags, PAS, ABS, Electricwindows, Alloy wheels. Low mileage at 8500 miles. £74952002 52 Renault Laguna 2.0 16V Dynamique 5dr inOdyssey Blue metallic. Central locking, Electric windows, ABS,PAS, Twin air bags, Front fog lamps, Radio/CD player. Air con,Alloys, Half leather. 24000 miles with service history. £95002002 02 Renault Megane Scenic Expression + Dei inmetallic Gold. Twin electric sunroofs, PAS, ABS, Front fog,Radio cassette + 2 disc CD changer, Electric windows, 29000miles. £92502002 51 Renault Scenic RX4 1.9 DCi Expression inMetallic Green, Air con, ABS, PAS, Radio cassette, Electricwindows, Central locking. Full service history 1 owner. 23000miles. £109952001 Y Saab 9-3 Eco S Turbo in metallic Silver. Alloy wheels,ABS, PAS, Radio/CD. Central locking, Electric windows. Servicehistory. 79000 miles. £56952001 Y Renault Laguna 1.8 Dynamique Sport Tourer inCosmic Grey metallic, Half leather, PAS, Air con. Radio/CD, SunRoof, Electric windows, Alloy wheels, Front fog lamps. 48000miles. £89952001 Y Peugeot 306 LX 5dr Auto 1.6 in Red. Air con, Airbags, PAS, Electric windows, Radio cassette, Central locking.26000 miles. £59952001 Y Renault Megane 1.4 16v Expression in AscortGreen metallic. Air con, ABS, PAS, Radio cassette, Electricwindows, Central locking. Full service history only 19000 miles.£54502001 Y Suzuki Ignis GL 1.3 3dr Hatch in metallic Blue,Electric windows, Central locking, Radio cassette, PAS. Servicehistory, low mileage at 16000 miles £39952000 W Renault Megane RXE 1.6 5dr in White, Twin airbags, Sunroof, Electric windows, Central locking, PAS, ABS,Front fog lamps, 24000 miles. £45952000 T Renault Clio RTD 1.9 5dr in Twilight Grey metallic.Electric windows/mirrors. Sunroof, Central locking, PAS, ABS,low mileage at 30000 miles. £49952003 53 Italjet Millenium lOOcc super scooter in Goldmetallic. Ex display stock. Delivery mileage. Cost new £2495.Our price £1600

SmileThanks to Jasper Carrot, you will all know the dreadful butunjustified reputation Skoda cars had. This is an old storyfrom Jenny Long that fights back at the criticism. AsJenny states, "I owned one and it was great!"Rolls Royce vs. SkodaA guy driving a Skoda pulled up to a traffic light nextto a Rolls Royce. He rolled down his window andshouted to the driver of the Rolls, "Hey, that's a nicecar. Have you got a phone in your Rolls? I've got aphone in my Skoda!"The driver of the Rolls looked over and saidsnobbishly, "Yes, I have a phone." The driver of theSkoda said, "Cool! Hey, have you got a fridge inthere, too? I've got one in the back of my car!"The driver of the Rolls, much annoyed, said, "Yes, Ihave a refrigerator." The driver of the Skoda said,"That's great, man! Have you got a TV? You know,I've got one in the back!"The driver of the Rolls, quite irritated by now, replied,"Of course, I have a television. A Rolls Royce is thefinest luxury car in the world!" The Skoda driver said,"Yes, a very nice car but have you got a bed in therelike I've got in the back of my Skoda!?"The driver of the Rolls, upset that he did not have abed, sped away and went straight to the dealer,where he promptly ordered a bed to be installed inthe back of his Rolls Royce. The next morning, hereturned to pick up his car and the bed looked superbIt came complete with silk sheets and a brasstrimmedheadboard. It was clearly a bed fit for a RollsRoyce. So the driver of the Rolls began searching forthe Skoda. He drove around all day and finally foundthe Skoda late that night parked in a layby. All thewindows were fogged up from the inside. He got outand knocked on the window of the Skoda. Whenthere wasn't any answer, he continued knocking andknocking until finally, the owner of the Skoda loweredthe window and stuck his soaking wet head out."I now have a bed in the back of my Rolls," the driverof the Rolls stated arrogantly.The driver of the Skoda looked at him narrowly andsaid, "You mean you got me out of the shower to tellme that!?"Arthur's Buggy FootwearUseful Phone NumbersEmergency for Police, Fire, Ambulance 999Police (Cambs.) 01223 358966Accident & Casualty (Addenbrooke's) 01223 217118Addenbrooke's Hospital (Cambridge) 01223 245151Newmarket Hospital 01638 665111West Suffolk (Bury St Edmunds) 01284 713000Staploe Medical Centre (Soham)Appointments 01353 624121Prescriptions & Dispensary 01353 624122Enquiries, Home Visits, Emergencies 01353 624123Minor Treatment Centre, Ely 01353 652162NHS Direct (for advice) 0845 4647Electricity Emergencies 0800 7838838Gas Emergencies 0800371787Water & Sewage Emergencies 0345 145145Social Services - office hours 01733 561370- out of hours emergency 01733 561370Refuse Collection 01353 863864RSPCA 01223 364455Citizens Advice Bureau - Ely 01353 661416- Mildenhall 01638 712094- Newmarket 01638 665999Isleham Village Hall (Paul Chaplin) 01638 781745Mobile Library 01223712000Parish Council (Yvonne Bishop: Clerk) 01638 780256Member of Parliament (JimPaice) 01954211450Isleham Informer (Karl Bates) 07711 306147(Paul Chaplin) 01638 781745(KateCoe) 01638780115(Tony Ferrige) 01638780973(Ian Humphreys) 01638 781796(Michelle Kilgore) 01638 780936(EdMayall) 01638780839(Glenda Preece) 01638 780734(Richard Turner) 01638 780965Next CMsThe various Committee meetings will be held on thefollowing dates.Parish Council: Monday, 6' 1 ' September 2004.Monday, 4 th October 2004.Anyone is welcome to attend the meetings. Parishionersmay raise any issue between 7.00-7.30 p.m. All meetingstake place in the room at the back of the Village Hall.Comrades Club: 8.00 p.m. on Monday, 13 th September.8.00 p.m. on Monday 11 th October.Anyone including non-members is welcome to attend themeeting from 8.00-8.30 p.m. to raise any issue.Essential footwear for racing drivers!Gala Committee AGM:8.00 p.m. on Monday, 18 th October.All Gala Committee meetings are held at the ComradesClub. Anyone is welcome. Do please come along to theAGM and help us with next year's Gala Day.

Spot the DifferenceWe did not have many correct entries last time and so weare back to 12 differences between the cartoons below.Our winner this time is Charlotte McGreavy, SheldricksRoad. Look at the cartoons and mark the differences onone of them. Send your entry to us by 20 th September. Thecompetition is open to anyone up to the age of 14. Thewinner will receive £5.Karma Farm8 Fen Bank, IslehamHome Grown Natural Beef & PorkPlease call 01638 780701or e-mail taylorfamily@freezone.co.ukSee our website: www.karmafarmisleham.co.ukNew potatoes now available!!!!Top to ToeIn the comfort of your own homeFor all your waxing requirements,facials, manicures or pedicures+ more, including ear piercingPhone Annaliese to find out more or to bookRing: 01638 780903 or 0776 1655434BED AND BREAKFASTTHE MEADOW HOUSE2A High Street, Burwell, Cambridge. CBS OHBOpen all year. En-suite rooms available with colourTV and tea making facilities. Family rooms, childrenwelcome. Large car park and grounds. No smoking.Fire certificate. English Tourist Board 4 DiamondsBrian & Hilary MarshTel: 01638 741926 Fax: 01638 741861Website: www.themeadowhouse.co.ukThe differences last time were: 1. Beach brolly top; 2. Girl'shair ribbon; 3. Girl's chin; 4. More of girl's spade showing;5. Pebble missing; 6. Starfish moved; 7. Right castle shell;8. Castellation above shell different; 9. Rear turret window;10. Flag pole; 11. Sun ray line; 12. Boy's hat; 13. Boy'sspade handle; 14: Boy's shorts button; 15. Boy's bucket.AnagramsSee how many words of 4 letters or more you can makefrom the words "Riverside". There are a lot of words butnot so many of them are that common. You will do well toget many more than 40. No plurals or proper nouns.Last time we asked you to make words from "Post Office".Here are 56 of the most common words. Cite, coit, coop,coot, cope, copse, cost, epic, fest, fife, fist, foist, foot,isotope, octopi, office, offset, oops, optic, pest, pesto, piste,poet, poetic, poise, poof, pose, post, postie, scoff, scoop,scoot, scope, sect, septic, sift, site, soffit, soft, softie, soot,spec, spice, spiff, spit, spite, spoof, spot, step, stiff, stoic,stop, tiff, toff, tope, topic.Serious QuestionLast time we asked you why today's meat tough comparedwith 50 years ago? The answer is profit and greed! Themeat we eat is mainly muscle. Meat used to be hung for atleast twice the time it is today, giving time for collagenand connective tissue to break down and guarantee atender joint.Now to our serious question this time. Why don't thecages of pet gerbils and hamsters get smelly, like rabbits?FED UPYOUR ROOFLIME?NOW YOU CAN REPLACE ITONCE AND FOR ALL• We offer a professional local service with15 years experience• All materials are guaranteed plastic products• Available in the following colours... black, white,mahogany and light oakCALL NOW FOR OUR UNBEATABLE PRICES!WHITEHALLPLASTICSFreephone: O8OO O749 653 Tel: O1353 723799

ISLEHAM GALA 2004 ResultsGala Queen:Gala Prince:Gala Princess:Best Float:Runner up:»c8t SBnthtngProcession Pipers Piping!Roseanne ShipLewis FreestoneLeilah Osman1 st Isleham CubsIsleham WI 3 rd St Andrews Junior ChurchART COMPETITIONUnder 4 - A Butterfly 1 st Rose Porter 2 nd Jenny Goldsmith 3 rdAlice Germany4-7 years - My Favourite Animal 1 st Anna Thompson2 nd Kea Haw 3 rd Equal Holly Hermance, Shannon Jacynka8-11 years - Graffitti Art Using Olympic Ringsl sl Martha Germany 2 nd Jordan Masterton 3 rd Roseanna Ship12-16 years - The Greek Olympics1 st Rebecca Burbridge 2 nd Emily McGreavy 3 d Emily RutterfordHANDWRITING COMPETITIONReception Boy: Jordan EarlYear 1 Girl: Holly BuchanYear 2 Boy: Kieran FitchettYear 2/3 Boy: Sean WardYear 3 Girl: Kelly InghamYear 4 GirhHeidi FitchettYearS Girl: Roseanne ShipYear 6 Girl: Nadia FlynnGirl: Jaclyn InghamBoy: Will HurstGirl: Annabel FreestoneGirl: Katherine BayleyBoy: Lewis FreestoneBoy: Alistar StawardBoy: Robert RadcliffeBoy: Mark DriverHighly commended: Michael Germany, Thomas Diver, KaitlinBrown, Dorigen Bell, Renee Ward, Megan Desborough, MarthaGermany, Thomas Wade.FANCY DRESSFre-School 1 st Jo Timmins 2 nd Shannon Turner4-7 years 1 st Ryan Turner 2 nd Nigel Hensby 3 rd Harry Porter8-9-10 years No Entries11 years plus 1 st A Caterpiller: Emily Musto, Alice Ciantar,Jessica Ciantar, Dominic Bruton 2 nd Vala Tyalor 3 rtl AmyHaywood and Jemma MalinBABY SHOW (Birth - 2 Years)Girls: 1 st Kim Cruikshank 2 nd Annabel Riley 3 rd Aaliah MilhallBoys: 1 st Alfie SheldrickMINI MR & MISS ISLEHAM (2 years - Pre-School)Girls: 1 st Shannon Turner 2 nd Eve WhiteBoys: 1 st Kallum Mulhall 2 nd Daniel May 3 rd Kevan Lock 4 th ConnorDorderRUNNINGU.16 Boys: 1 st Matt Stanbridge 2 nd Dominic Bruton 3 rd Josh DarleyU.16 Girls: 1 st Ellie Milne 2 nd Lucy Bell 3 rd Tamsin WadeU.10 Boys: 1 st Alistair Staward 2 nd Dominic Smith 3 rd William EllisCYCLING11.16 Boys: T 1 Ashley Kirk 2 nd Matthew Tarber 3 rd Chris ReadU.12 Mixed: 1 st Lydia Vince 2 nd William Ellis 3 rd Xavin TaylorU.I6 Girls: 1 st Hazel TaylorELECTRIC BUGGY RACE1 st A Whitehand 2 nd I Humphreys 3 rd Marlyn Brown 4 th Lena ClarkADULTS WHEELBARROW RACEl sl James & Chrissie Millar 2 nd John & Nikki Bedford 3 rd Steve &Rosie WillsFUN RUNGirls U.12: 1 st Emma Diver 2 nd Lydia Vince 3 rd Jessica HaysBoys U.12: 1 st Mark Diver 2 nd Joshua Darley 3 rd Thomas DiverGirls U.16: 1 st Bethanie Dann 2 nd Jessica Ciantar 3 rd Emily WestBoys U.16:1 st Matthew Tarber 2 nd Luke Littlechild 3 M Andrew HumanFLOWER ARRANGINGOverall points winner: Meg ClarkeBest in Show: Christopher Reed (Sweet Peas)The Olympics: 1 st Mrs RileyVase of Flowers from your Garden: 1 st Meg Clarke 2 nd EmilyRadcliffe 3 rd W SadlerVase of Herbs: 1 S 'W Sadler 2 nd Meg Clarke 3 rd Judy BurbidgeSweat Peas: 1 st Christopher Reed 2 nd Christopher Reed 3 rdDebbie ReedSingle Rose: 1 st Kathy Carver 2 nd Jenny Flatt 3 rd Christopher ReedVEGETABLES (other results not recorded)Potatoes: 1 st Will Taylor 2 nd Ray Graeme 3 rd Richard RadcliffeBasket of produce from allotment: Richard DunkleyBest in Show: Richard Dunkley (Basket)Overall points: Richard DunkleyCHILDRENSDecorated Fairy Cakes: 1 st Rosie Dixon 2 nd Nicola Gutteridge3 rd Alice GermanyEdible Face on a Plate: 1 st Kirsten Carver 2 nd Rosie Dixon 3 rdHarry PorterFlowers in a Jam Jar: 1 sl Harry Porter 2 nd Anna Thompson 3 rdMegan F orderOverall points winner: Rosie DixonBest in Show: Harry Porter (Flowers in a Jam Jar)HOME BAKINGBread Rolls: 1 st Alison McGreavey 2 nd Kathy Carver 3 rdRoseanna AllanLoaf of Bread: 1 st Julie Porter 2 nd Sheila Roberts 3 rd RichardRadcliffeVictoria Sponge: l sl Ros George 2 rd Monica Howe 3 rd Mrs RileySoft Fruit Pudding: 1 sl Kathy Carver 2 nd No Name 3 rd Ros GeorgeCornish Fairy Biscuits: 1 st Emily McGreavy 2 nd Jessica Haw 3 rdKathy CarverOverall points winner: Kathy CarverBest in Show: Kathy Carver (Soft Fruit Pudding)SCRAP HEAP CHALLENGEUnder 8: 1 st Maise Vince 2 nd Harry Porter/Jordan Earl 3 ri Tom Boggie8-12 years: 1 st Thomas Russell 2 nd James Wilkes 3 rd Lydia Vince12-16 years: 1 st Sarah Earl 2 nd Amy HaywoodBest in Show: Thomas RussellKallum and Shannon: Mini Mr & Miss IslehamCongratulations to all the winners and everyone who took part inall the competitions and races. Without you, there would not evenbe a Gala Day!

ISLEHAM UNDER FIVESNEW BUILDING PROJECTWe are working slowly but surely towards our aim ofproviding the pre-school children of Isleham with a nicenew building! Many of you will have seen the sketchdrawings of the proposed building, on display in theplayground, playgroup or at Toddler Group. Anyoneinterested in viewing these drawings please contact KathyCarver or Julie Porter. We have to say a big thank you tothe Bowls Club who are allowing us to have a small pieceof their land. This will make a big difference to our plansand actually without this the project would have struggled.Once this land is officially transferred to Under Fives wewill go ahead and have some plans drawn up by thearchitect and then apply for Lottery funding.On the fundraising front, we held a very successfulPampered Chef evening on the 30th April, which raised£201.50 so thank you to everyone who supported that,especially Tesco, Ely and Isleham Co-op. We also had abag packing session at Salisbury's which raised £216 anda Bingo evening at the Comrades Club which raised £114.So thank you to Sainsbury's and the Comrades.We need to say another big thank you to Delora Coulsonand Katrina Chapman who have both recently offered theirsupport to our project. Delora will donate £5 from everymanicure she does towards the new building. She offers arange of hand and nail treatments at very reasonableprices. If you would like to know more you can contacther on 718831. Katrina, as many of you will already know,makes lovely hand-made greetings cards. She has recentlydonated a basket of these cards for us to sell at our variousfundraising events and they are selling extremely well.Our next major fundraising event is a joint one with thePTA! Our two committees are joining forces to arrange aLadies Indulgence evening on the 15 th October. This willbe a chance to come and spend a relaxing evening tryingout facials, massages etc. There will also be a largeselection of puddings to try (one included with your ticketprice) and lots of early Christmas shopping opportunities.Look out for tickets being sold from the beginning ofSeptember.If you would like any more information about the newbuilding project or any of our fundraising events you cantalk to Julie Porter on 781390 or Kathy Carver on 781116.Isleham Gala CommitteeIs losing a few members from its hard working, funcommittee and is looking for some enthusiasticpeople to join. So please come along to the AGM onMonday 18th October at the Comrades Club 8pm.Private Hire & Taxi ServiceNial Murphy from Freckenham is pleased to offer aquality private hire service at reasonable cost. All workundertaken. No surcharges for local work. Non-smoking.A pre-booked service only; 9 am to 6 pmTo get in touch, please ring 01638 720047Riverside Island MarinaTel: 01638 780663 Mobile: 0793 1106818Supplies & ServicesBottled gas and marine diesel salesHoliday narrow boat hireSale & purchase of all types of boatLodge sales and holiday rentalsMoorings with electricityNew moorings available shortlyTransportation of boats by land or waterPlease note that we deliverLPG bottled gas locallyNew ServiceBoat valeting comprising of:Lift out, Power spray-off,Polish hull and top, FullInterior Clean and ServiceSmall Repairs UndertakenOil changes, filters, etc., etc.Prices on applicationMumford RoofingFlat roofing, Tiling & SlatingFree Quotation & AdviceALL WORK GUARANTEEDMark Mumford7 Malting LaneIsleham, Cambs. CB7 5RZTel/Fax: 01638 781252Mobile: 07976 619560

IsIebanVs CbuncbcsSenuiees & Youth GroupsSt Andrew's Parish Church1 st Sunday of each month:8.00 a.m. Prayer book communion10.00a.m. Family service10.00a.m. Junior ChurchAll other Sundays:10.00 a.m. Common worship communion10.00 a.m. Junior Church in Social Centre.Please note that there is a creche every SundaySPECIAL SERVICEHarvest Festival: Sunday, 3 rd October at 3 pm. HarvestTea in the Church after the service.If you need to contact the (Church of England) Priest atIsleham, contact Christopher on 01638-780284. You mayalso call at 102 The Causeway, Isleham. CB7 5ST.Pound Lane Free ChurchEvery Sunday:Sunday Worship: 1 1 .00 a.m. & 6.30 p.m.Church Night: Weds 7.30-9.00p.m.Tuesdays: 7.30p.m. FellowshipChildren and Young People's groupsKingdom Kids (3-7 yr old) Sunday 10.00-1 1.15 a.m.All Stars (8-1 1 yr old) Sunday 10.00-11.15 a.m.and Monday Evening Club 7.00-8,00 p.m.Covies (12-1 Syr olds) Sunday 9.45-10.45 a.m.and Thursday Evening ClubFurther information on any of the above can be obtainedfrom:Phone: 01638781343 (church office)01 638 780002 (anytime)email: secretary @plfc.co.uk website: plfc.co.ukYou may contact Dave on 01638 780636 or by e-mail atCE@plfc.co.uk.High Street ChurchEvery Sunday:10.30am. Morning Worship. Creches are available for 0-3year olds. Junior Church for 3-7 year olds from 10.30amto 12.30pm. Junior Church for 7-11 year olds from10.00am to 12.30pm.6.30pm. Evening ServiceTuesdays: "Rendezvous" will not be meeting duringAugust but will be back on September 7th. If you are ofretirement age, you are most welcome to join us everyTuesday at 3pm. Contact the office for details.Fridays: "Little Lambs" for babies to pre-schoolers andtheir carers will not be on during the school holidays butwill meet again on September 3rd at 9.15am - newmembers are always welcome.If you would like to attend any of the above, you would bemost welcome, and if you need any more information, orhelp at any time, please contact the leadership team on01638 780985 (church office)islehambap@aol.com (e-mail)01638 721291 / 07713 465787 (anytime)HetDSSt Andrew's EventsFlower Festival: 28 th to 30 th August. The theme is"Famous Women". Daily from 11.00 am to 6.00 pm.There will be refreshments, a draw, tombola and manystalls. "Songs of Praise" after the Festival on Sunday,29 th August. Everyone is welcome.Coffee Morning for charity (to be announced) onSaturday, 9 th October from 10.00 am to 12.00 noon. Tobe held in the Social Centre opposite the church. Cakes,draw, books, etc.Thank you to all who contributed to Gift Day on 24 th July.Pound Land Free Church EventsThe new year for our children's and young people's workstarts on August 22 nd with them moving up into newgroups. If you have children between the ages of 3 and 19then they would be very welcome to join with us forweekly Bible teaching, quizzes, singing, and for those over8, midweek clubs.Annual Harvest Thanksgiving Family Service: OnSeptember 19 th at 10.30am followed by refreshments,when we meet to give thanks for God's goodness andprovision over another year. Why not join with us to givethanks for all that we, in this country especially, have hadto enjoy.High Street Church EventsFamily Picnic on the Rec! Come and join the fun on BankHoliday Monday August 30 th from 3pm - 6pm on IslehamRecreational Ground (weather permitting!). Bouncy castle,Football, Rounders, Cream Teas and lots of races for thefamily. Bring a picnic tea and a chair or a blanket.Tennis Club?Sid Cox, who looks after the astro-turf, has received severalenquiries from people asking about the possibility of having atennis club in the village. Anyone interested in such a clubshould call Sid on 01638 780872. He will make enquiries onyour behalf and see what can be done.For those of you wishing to attend one of the Venta eventstheir calendar (not all events are listed below) is:Saturday, 21 s ' and/or Sunday 22 nd August: A Romano-British event to coincide with the culmination of anarchaeological dig on a site discovered during TimeTeam's "Big Dig" last summer.Sunday and Monday, 29-3tf h August (Bank Holidayweekend): Romano-British event at Burwell Museum.Sunday, 5 th September: Harlow Show (with HarlowMuseum). A presentation on the Iron Age (Celts).Friday and Saturday, 16-1 7 th September: HinchingbrookIron Age Farm - Open Weekend.Contact the Informer if you are interested in attending anyof the events and we will provide you with full details.

In the SkyWe know that many of you saw the transit of Venus onJune 8 th . The whole event was captured from Isleham at 15minute intervals using a standard camera with a 200 mmlens and a x6 teleconverter. Just two of the photographsare shown below. The one on the left was right at thebeginning of the transit. For once, the sky was clear!FED* UPNOW YOU CAN REPLACE ITAND FOR ALL* Flat roof problems solved permanently withRybberbond EPDM roofing systems* 20 year guarantee« A value for money roofing system with a 40+year proven life expectancy* Total protection for all flat roofsThe June Bootids meteor shower on the night of 22/23 rdwas completely unobservable due to cloud. Our lousyskies do seem to be quite normal these days. However, wemight be more fortunate with the Perseids. They are,without a doubt, the most popular annual showerparticularly as the meteor rate is rarely below about 20 anhour. This year, the observing prospects are ideal becausethe Moon is close to new and will not interfere withobserving at all. If the sky is clear, plan on an all-nightsession for the night of August 11/12 (Wednesdayevening/Thursday morning), with highest rates duringthe two hours before morning twilight. The nights beforeand after the peak should be good as well.Look high to the east from around 11 p.m. onwards. If yousee any and trace the trails back they will all appear tohave come from the shaded area on the map.FOR A FREE SURVEY, FRIENDLY ADVICE ANDNO OBLIGATION QUOTATION CALLWHITEHALLPLASTICS

Isleham WIOur Women's Institute Correspondent, Brenda Downey,has sent us this update.Our Summer Outing is on 12th August this year, so ournext meeting at the Village Hall is on 9th September forour Harvest Supper, where a buffet and a cup of tea will beenjoyed by all. Our speaker is Dilly Bradford on:Looking Good - Feeling GREATThe Competition is 'A decorated hat'.The Members'meeting is on 14th October. This is when the Committeejoins the noisy back row to enjoy a night off from duties.Sorry, the speaker is a surprise to all Committee members,but I am sure she will be good.I understand from everyone around that Gala Day wasmost enjoyable, and that the WI refreshments were topclass again. So thank you to everybody who helped in anyway, and for people's support on the day. I would like tosay "Well done, Ladies," for coming second in the floats.Everybody is welcome at our meetings. If you need anydetails please ring: Brenda Downey on 01638 780338.Years ago, the River Lark was much wider than it is today.At one point there was a ferry drawbridge. It was afloating platform that was pulled across the river. In theold, restored photograph below, you can just about see twopony and traps waiting to cross.The photograph is from the Arthur Houghton Collection.The Ferry Drawbridge at IslehamThis particular river crossing was also used regularly forbaptisms by immersion. We will include a photo of this inthe next issue.If you have any old, interesting photographs, do please letus borrow them so that we can add them to our collection.FFFOur neighbouring village of Freckenham have askedus to let you know about the...Freckenham Flower FestivalSaturday & Sunday 11th & 12th September2.00-5.00 p.m.Refreshments. Plant & Tradcraft StallsInformer CommentWe are delighted to see that our village is now beingcleaned of litter on a regular basis. It may simply becoincidence but we would like to believe that it is theresult of our articles on the litter problem. Even so, therecan be no doubt that the Informer raises the profile ofproblems and makes the residents and those in authoritymore aware them. The Informer is the mouthpiece of theresidents of Isleham and it is published to keep youinformed of what is happening and to give you theopportunity to voice your opinions. Letters, comments andarticles from Isleham residents take precedence overanything else. Therefore, take advantage of your villagemagazine because it is there for just you.The dog fouling articles had a significant effect but wenote that mess is building up again. Is it really necessaryfor us to keep raising the issue because of the tiny minorityof uncaring and thoughtless dog owners? Remember thatyou can report incidents to the Informer and we will passthen on to IPC. One of our primary functions is to stand upfor what is right and to do our bit that will help IPC makeIsleham a cleaner village and a better place to live.Arthur's SnippetsContinuing my history of the four manors of Isleham, UpHall Manor was situated near the Church. In 1840, TomBrown built a house called 'The Manor' (as it is still calledto this day). He built it on the site of the old manor housejust inside Pound Lane. In the olden days, the Up HallManor was given by the family of Rosie of Dunstanvilleof Bridport to the Duke of Clarence. During the War of theRoses it was taken from him and given to the Duke ofNorthumberland because he had fought on the side of theYorkists. The Manor and lands were restored to the Dukeof Clarence in 1470, presumably before he dived head-firstinto a butt of Malmsey.Here are a few items of interest:Many years ago there were four Manors of Isleham: UpHall, Shrewsbury, Beckr and the chief one was Bernardswhere the Peyton family lived.Did you know that...The Parish contains 5201 acres.The Lady Francis' Alms Houses were built in 1582.The Railway opened in 1886 and closed in 1962.The Village Hall opened in October 1952.The Corner House shop at the head of Church Lane wasbuilt in 1690.Water was laid on in the Streets in 1932.Sewerage was provided in 1967 before that thelavatories were mostly at the bottom of the garden!Deep Freezers, fridges and motor cars replaced the ponyand traps and pantries.In the early years, when the Church was built, the roof wasvery low. It was raised in 1495 by Christopher Peytonto the height it is today.West Street in 1460 was called Blatherweyk Street andleading up to Bernard's Manor was Newnham Street.Mill Street was called Up Street and East Fen Roadwas just East Street.10

I/our LettersOur policy is that we will print anything that does not getus into trouble. If you wish to make a point, ask a questionor share an opinion, please write to us. The only rule is wewill not publish anonymous letters, so make sure that youprint your name.On the continuing subject of Utter, we have received thefollowing from Steve HillI have just read the article in the Informer concerning the'Litter' problem in the village. While this is a concern to usall, it is NOT the general population of the village causingthe problem - as usual it is down to the mindless youthculture within the village!I, for one, am fed up with the way the village turns a 'blindeye' to all that goes on in our community. The 'yobs' strutour streets brandishing beer bottles, yelling obscenities,racing their cars, and generally making life mostunpleasant. Last Saturday night, about 1 a.m. I was wokenup by their antics - this went on until around 4 a.m.!I cannot believe the people of Isleham just ignore all thatgoes on around them. These 'morons' think they can dojust what they like - they're correct!! You never see anysign of policing in the village - why not I ask myself?Telephoning the police is a waste of time - by the time theydecide to attend any disturbance the culprits have movedon.I believe the overriding problem is us, the community,for ignoring the problem and not getting together to fightthe problem. This village would be a far more pleasantplace to live, once the anti-social element is wiped out!Whatever happened to the new 'anti-social' laws?Things are so bad, I am seriously considering leaving thevillage. If Isleham residents were not so spineless this Iwould not have to do!Steve HillPlease see the litter response in the IPC Minutes. Ed.With respect to the policing mentioned by Steve Hill, thepanderings of Ian Humphreys in a quiet moment areparticularly relevant.Glancing through the June edition of the 'IslehamInformer' I noticed that there was no Police representationat the Parish Council Meeting. It may well be that ourusual Police representative was on a well-earned holidayin which case 1 hope he had an enjoyable time. Maybethere was no crime in Isleham during the period, in whichcase there would be nothing to report. But there almostcertainly were some crimes committed but we don't knowwhere or when. It ought to have been possible for thepolice authorities to send a representative to report to ourParish Council. A policeman on view in Isleham is a rarebird indeed. Occasionally a police car is observed butthese have obviously lost their way. Speeding in MillStreet and Malting Lane is a regular occurrence althoughparadoxically, in Malting Lane it is not too dangerousduring school entrance and leaving times as the freshlypainted double yellow lines provide a very clear guide tothe assorted large 4x4 vehicles where to park! The ensuingresult means that Malting Lane at school attendance timesis pretty much a one way street due to one side of the roadbeing blocked!11TIRED OFSTRUGGLINGTO LOSE WEIGHT?Find out how you can loseexcess pounds and inches:Still Eat the foods you loveExercise optionalNo meetings or calorie countingFREE personal coachLogin Today and get your FREEpersonal weight loss profile and findout what we can do to help you.www.loselbsandinches.co.ukYou can work fromhome on your PCThe beauty about this opportunity isthat you can be a computer noviceand still earn money:• Earn up to £500-£l,900/month part timearound your existing schedule or earn upto £2,000-£4,500/month full time• No experience required. Suitable forcomputer novices also• Full training and support available• Proven step by step success system• Option to start part time and developinto full time incomeSuccessful candidates must:• Be willing to learn new skills• Be self-motivated and able to work alone• Have a desire to become self employedand financially independentVisit my website today to find outhow you can take control of yourfinancial future and start earningfrom home tomorrow!www.work2freedom.co.uk

What does this cost us as council tax payers? Looking atthe latest breakdown of figures to the various authorities, Isee that band 'D' property (given as the average) pays£129.33 to the Cambridgeshire Police Authority. Multiplythat by 1000 (the approximate number of dwellings inIsleham) and the CPA receives £129,330 from our villagefor a police presence that just isn't there! For that amountof money we could have our own police force. In fact itcould pay for three of them and a couple of scooters, witha rest hut on the village green and also on the recreationground! It would solve the litter problem overnight andalso the vandalism at the village hall. There could even besome money left over in which case we could all have aglorious booze-up (teetotallers can have extra tea) on theproceeds. Seriously though, maybe the Chief Constablewill have this brought to his attention and perhaps makesome comment.Ian HumphreysThe Informer requests IPC to obtain a response to thepoints raised by Ian in his letter. Ed.And this one from one of your editors, Tony Ferrige.Despite our very poor nights, our "In the Sky" columndoes seem to generate quite a lot of interest. The Informerregularly receives telephones calls from readers askingquestions. With Christmas just around the corner and,hopefully, clearer and darker skies on the way, would anyreaders be interested in meeting on an irregular basis(obviously where alcohol is available!) with a view togetting together for observing sessions, providing theweather permits?If you are interested, please contact me through theInformer email address or phone me on 01638 780973.Blonde ComplaintI am writing in reference to the "dumb blonde" jokes youprinted in the June edition of the Informer. You headed thecolumn Smile and wrote "hope that our Isleham blondesdon't take offence".Actually I find this type of stereotyping extremelyoffensive. It sends out several messages:- that it's OK to judge someone by the way they look.- that it's OK to be rude about someone so long as you say"we hope you won't take offence" first.- that it's OK to be rude about people, provided they don'tlive in our village.This type of joke is the thin end of the wedge that resultsin it being acceptable to ridicule people because of theirhair or skin colour, nationality, ethnicity, disability or evenbecause they come from the fens.Please don't print this type of rubbish again.Lynne RawlingsWe are sorry that Lynne has complained about the jokes.IPC and the Informer do their best to select jokes that areunlikely to cause offence. However, jokes that the vastmajority find amusing have their basis in ridicule of someform. All we can do is hope to raise a smile for most of ourreaders. No offence is intended and it's hoped that we canall rise above any personal issues in the interest of espritde corps.IPC and Informer.In the interest of balance:Dear Isleham InformerI love the blonde jokes. I think they are great, being ablonde myself. I love the attention! Keep up the good work.Sophie TurnerPS. Can someone explain them to me some time.Sue Ryder CareYour support is needed - and it need not cost you a pennyEnvironmentally friendly is the new approach ofSue Rider Care at the Old Palace toward increasingvoluntary income by collecting old ink cartridges andunwanted mobile phones. Working together with recyclingcompanies is a mutually beneficial method of reducingenvironmental impact. You can help to boost our fundson behalf of the Care Centre. Your support would beof enormous benefit to the continuation of the serviceprovided at The Old Palace. Contact: Mike Axford,Fundraising manager on 01353 663357 or email him atmike_src@hotmail.com.Yvonne Bishop has suggested that the Post Office could beused as a drop off point for your old cartridges and mobiles.ECDC Recycling NewsS T 1Z>2OO4/2OO5 ;Your Collection Days in 2OO-*/2OO5 are:July 12, 26 August 9, 23September 6, 20 October 4,18November 1, IS, 29 December 13Ja*»s.i£jry 10, 2-4 F~c:t*rt*ary T, 21PLEASE RECYCLE:NEWSPAPERS, MAGAZINES, JUNK MAIL ANDYELLOW PAGESAlHD IN SEPARATE BAGS:SHREDDED PAPER, WASHED CANS. GLASSBOTTLES AND JARSAT i»KJESEr>rr WE DO NOT COLLKCT:AJSTY PLASTIC, TEXTILES. WOOD ORPOLYSTYRENEPU&ASE PUT YOUR RECYCLING AXD REFUSEOUT BY OT:OO HOURS ON DAV OK COLLECTIONW"hcra Oreeia "Watst«> concretions airc: introduced iji yourarea they will take place ott the dates shown above.Please include any cardbosird or Yellow Pages in toeOrganic Waste sack.~e?r/'xtrXhtzr irxf&rnnaiti&n vail the helpline(O1353)863864East Cambridgeshire District Council ——IB! I 1 1OLEANAWAY••illlWorking Together -12

Parish Council NewsThe following is an abbreviated version of the IPC minutesfor the 10 th May meeting. Remember that any parishionermay request a copy of the full minutes from IPC.Parishioners' Question Time: Mr R. Sheldrick asked if itwould be possible to lock the Village Hall Car Park gate tohelp alleviate the current problems relating to windowsand lights being broken by footballs kicked against them.The Council felt that the public should have access to theVillage Hall and Car Park. A suggestion was made thatkeys should be distributed as and when necessary, as inSoham. The Council is to consider this.A representative from Jubilee Close informed the Councilthat plans for a gate and footpath access to the school fromJubilee Close were to be considered by the Headteacher.These plans are against the wishes of the residents and theBowls Club. The Council was unaware of these plans. Itwas suggested that anyone who had objections to thisapparent proposal should come to the next Councilmeeting.Election of Officers: Cllr T.Carter and Cllr .S.Puckeyaccepted the proposals that they serve for a further year, asChairman and Vice-Chairman, respectively, of IPC.Police Report: PC Humble did not attend the meeting,and no Police Report was submitted.D Cllr Report: Environmental Health was currentlylooking at the matter of rubbish on Priory Green andaround the Chinese Takeaway. The queries over theopening hours and lighted signs of the Chinese Takeaway,which do not have planning consent, are being dealt withby ECDC.John Selby has offered to replace the Bus Shelter inChurch Street.The Safer Routes to School Projects Officer is to attendthe next IPC meeting and East Cambs. Area JointCommittee on 21 st June 2004.The phone box on the Causeway has been vandalised andthis has been reported to the Police.Highways/Footpath matters: Relating to resurfacing andreconstruction, funds are now available for works forStation Road,-The Pits and Mailings Lane.IPC is to receive £300 P3 Grant Money with regards to theParish Paths Partnership 2004-5, from ECDCRaised crossing in Mill Street: The Council believed thiswould not be effective unless it was a proper pedestriancrossing, and it would encourage drivers to speed over it.The Clerk will forward these comments to Mr .J.Richards.Recreation Ground/Play Area matters: Grantapplications have been submitted, and Cllr Garbett iswaiting for the outcome of these.Truelink is unable to clean the Play Area, so the Clerk is toobtain a quote from Support in Sport (UK) who has beenappointed by the Council to clean the AWSA in June.Mrs J.Bocking is to continue in her position as GroundsPerson for the present.Cllr Garbett informed the meeting that local youths hadsuggested that a wall built on the Recreation Groundwould be very useful, as it would stop people from kickingAt theGriffin0163878180011 Church StreetISLEHAMCambridgeshire CB7 5RX(Rear of the GRIFFIN pubwith large car park)INDIAN HOT FOODTO TAKE AWAYSOFT DRINKS AVAILABLEEXTENSIVE MENUOPEN 7 DAYS A WEEKincluding all Bank HolidaysMonday to Thursday5.30pm - 11.30pmFriday to Saturday5.30pm - 12.00pmSunday5.30pm - 10.30pmLast orders taken 15minutes before closeCheques are accepted witha valid Bankers Card ONLYTELEPHONE ORDERS WELCOME13

footballs against the Village Hall. The Council willconsider this option.Village & Village Hall matters: several suggestions toimprove the Village Hall were made, including upgradingthe heating system, installing security mesh over thewindows ( a quote is to be obtained for this), sanding andpolishing the floor and painting the front and fire doors.All quotes to be obtained for the next IPC meeting.Mr S.Cox is to clean up the area round The Pound.Youth Club: Damage done to the Village Hall bymembers of the Youth Club will be repaired.Compensation will be sought from the Youth Club. TheCouncil stated it would have to reconsider allowing theClub free use of the Hall if any further damage occurs.Approval of recommendations of Parish Meeting on15.3.04: Apprentice Grant to be increased to £200. Thisyear this is to be awarded to Mr J.Sawyer of Beck Road.Increase of time that wreaths etc. will remain on graves.Correspondence: Following receipt of a letter from MrJ.Selby re: the bus shelter at Church Street, it was agreedthat the installation proceed.A new bench is to be purchased for the RecreationGround.Burial Fees: There has been an increase of 5% from1.9.03. to keep abreast of inflation and increased costs. Itwas agreed by the Council that the matter be deferred to27.5.04.Cemetery Matters: The Cemetery Shed doors have beenrepaired and strengthened and new equipment has beenpurchased to replace that stolen in April. A Police SecurityOfficer is to be asked to inspect the shed for any extrahints on security.The Council agreed that the High Street Chapel be allowedto book the Recreation Ground and Pavilion on 30.8.04,for sporting activities, free of charge.Cllr Mrs Malkin asked if the Council would make acomplaint to the Base RAF Commander about the volumeof incredibly noisy air traffic over the village recently. TheClerk to inform Cllr Mrs Malkin that complaints of thisnature should be addressed by individuals direct.Outcome on current litter problem in the village: TheClerk had been in touch with Mr G.Tickner,Environmental Services, ECDC, with regards to the litterproblem in the village, especially on the village green. Mr.Tickner informed the Clerk that the matter is in hand.Environmental Services are aware of the situation, andhave spoken with Priory Garage and Bamboo GardenChinese Takeaway, who are endeavouring to keep thelitter down.Environmental Services were currently in discussion withthe police also, to try to organise police patrols of the area,especially at night when most of the littering occurs.The litter is being cleared up by Environmental Services, aman comes from Soham on a daily basis to clear it up.At present, Environmental Services are waiting on theintroduction of 'on the spot fines', which will hopefullycome into force for Isleham in September. These fines willprove very effective in the control of litter in the village.'$ CometMore wonderful stuff from Joyce Drayton about the notso-distantpast.Village Goings OnThe concert at the Primary School was really rather good.The children did a musical of outlaw Robin Hood.It was nice to be invited to hear the children sing,Their teachers must work very hard such harmony to bringThen we had our Gala Day, deciding on a theme,We all agreed a subject, and worked together as a team.It was finished off by Friday, the decorating done,On our way up to the Gala, we all had real good fun.We thanked John for his tractor, and our driver Ray,And Mr Waugh for his barn where he let us stay.Coming second this year made our spirits soar,Our theme was all about women, women at war.We meet people at the gala, with no claim to fame.Jean calls me 'Thingy-me-bob', she can't recall my nameDear Babs is really helpful, always does good deeds,And Graham's O.K. even though he supports Leeds.Tuesday's the day we meet at the CentreThere's always a smile and a 'cup' when you enter.We have lots of nice ladies come from the MarinaIt's lovely down there; the river's much cleaner.It's nice to get together, to sit and have a chatLetting time pass idly by, discussing this and that.But so much more important than the topics we may raise,Is the pleasure found in sharing each other's friendly ways.Our Church Flower Festival is Bank Holiday weekend.Representing a famous lady is what we intend.There are plenty to choose from, but "Oh, Golly Gosh",Let's hope none of the ladies decide to choose "Posh".Joyce DraytonTwinning NewsISLEHAM TWINNING ASSOCIATIONDiana Jones has sent us the following update.The Annual General Meeting of the Isleham TwinningAssociation will take place in the village hall on Thursday16 th September 2004, 7.30 pm for 8.00 pm start. We hopeto see all our members there and would remind them thatthe £5 subscription per family per year is due at the AGM.There will be a visit to Nesles in October and we welcomenew members at the AGM or you may telephone one ofthe Committee contact numbers below for moreinformation on joining one of our visits. Details of the visitare still be finalised with Nesles so please keep a look outin the village for posters with up-to-date information.Please note that you do not have to speak French or host aFrench family to be part of our twinning visits but we arealways glad to have offers from families in the village toput up French visitors on their once-a-year visit.Diana Jones: 780634 David Styman: 780533Bryan Wynne: 780802 Andre Ciantar: 51515014

Po]\AcA\o\\> Furniture &.All furniture is Kand chaffedand can be made to tKecustomer's reaui CementsTablewareTrinkets & Boxess ObjetK^ick-nacksOlockshandles .A^oma oils & Burners1-^koto .Albums Picture Pramesopen afWalrvut ~Cree Facm, PVickwillow T?oadJslekam. Tel 01638 781794.All major credit & debit cardsState RegisteredChiropodistMark Palmer BSc Hons Pod MChSJPAvailable for home visitsevenings and SaturdaysAll aspects of foot health and carePlease call 01638 780497The Rising SunSun Street, Isleham. Tel: 01638 780471Home cooked food served Tuesday-SundayNo smoking dining areaBar Snacks & Daily Specials AvailableDisabled FacilitiesTry our Wednesday evening super valuemenu in a nice friendly atmosphereRegular live musicBendallWatsonSOLICITORSAll Legal Work Undertaken4b Church Street, IslehamCambs. CB7 5RXTel: (01638) 780170 Fax: (01638) 7811902 Three Cups Walk, Forehill, ElyCambs. CB7 4ANTel: (01353) 666075 Fax: (01353) 666162E-mail: pooleybendallwatson@btinternet.comIsleham Comrades ClubChurch Street, Isleham (opposite the Priory)Club (when open) 01638 780884Secretary 01638 780318 Chairperson 01638 780111Opening hoursMonday 9.00-11.30pm Tuesday 6.00-11.30pmWednesday 7.00-11.30pm Thursday 9.00-11.30pmFriday 7.30-11.30pm Saturday 7.30-11.30pmSunday 12.00-3.00pm and 7.30-10.30pmRegular FunctionsTuesdays: Line Dancing 6.30-10.00pmWednesdays: Bingo 8.00-9.30pm1 st Friday of each month: Quiz 8.30-9.30pmLast Sunday of each month: Jazz 12.30-3.30pmCountry & Western Evenings8.00-11.30pmSaturday, 28 th August: Ollie AustinSaturday, 4 th September: Tequila SunriseSaturday, 16 th October: Cardy & CokeAlways an Excellent Selection ofMalt Whiskies, Lager and Real AlesSupport your village club. Why not have a partyat the Club? New members always welcome.Coming in October: Abba tribute bandDetails in the next Informer15I

SPORTS REPORTOur thanks again to Karl Bates who has had his work cutout to compile the following report.BOWLSAt present the club has around 70members. People from in and out of the village comealong to play what is becoming a very popular sportand pastime. Matchdays are Tuesday and Thursdaysand they play in the Ely and District League 4 Rink ofTriples for the Men (That's 4 teams of 3 to theuninitiated) and 2 Rinks of Triples for the Women (2teams of 3). Also on Monday and Fridays they play invarious county and cup competitions where they playin mixed teams against the cream of the county.The men are 2 nd in the league with around 8 gamesto go and in the semi final of the Gilbert Cup whilstthe women are 3 rd in the league with around 7 gamesto go. The ladies are the current league holders.If anyone is interested in joining the Bowls Club thenthey are more than welcome to pop down any nightof the week and play for free and meet the teams oralternatively contact Pat Houghton on 01638 780789.CRICKETThe cricket season has been under wayfor a few months and time is passing. Itwon't be long before we are back to football! TheIsleham 1 st XI are currently doing very well. Theirresults so far and the next few fixtures are:ResultsIsleham 174/7 lost to Willingham 177/6Isleham 173/2 beat Witcham 171/5Isleham 79/2 beat Burwell 78 all outIsleham 175/6 beat Doddinigton 172 all outIsleham 128/8 lost to Fordham 129/8Isleham 145/3 beat Girton 143/9Isleham 223/9 beat Somersham 125 all outIsleham 97/1 beat Littleport 96 all outIsleham 194/6 beat Burwell 193/7Notable performancesBattingD.FitchettC. DunbavinC. DunbavinJ.SheldrickBowlingM. WatsonD. CantC. HoodC. Hood56 v Witcham60 v Girton66 v Burwell59 v Burwell4 for 6 v Burwell6 for 27 v Doddington4 for 32 v Somersham4 for 42 v BurwellFixturesSat 31 July v Willingham - AwaySat 14 th August v Fordhamm - HomeSat 28 th August v Witcham - AwaySat 4 th September v Doddington - AwaySat 11 th September v Littleport - HomeLook no Further...All your plumbing needs >S£itlSI16Cl!All general plumbing fromBoring old Dripping Taps toCentral Heating InstallationsFree quotes on all plumbing workCORGI registeredCall Darren on:01638 712416 (answer service)or 07768 026348 (mobile)Taxi ServicePersonal service by fully qualified driversHome - to - AirportAirport - to - HomeStansted, Gatwlck, Heathrow, Luton, etc, etc£40 £85 £85 £60Long distance journeys at special ratesTo book, phone 0795 2277236 (mobile)or 01638 781400 (answer phone)Please book 24 hrs in advance for long distancetypes of Pence ejecting&. refurbishment undertakenVerandas &. Decking(garden PeaturesPonds, Patios, "Pergodas.Loose stone & block drivesCustom built timberbams & skedsDecorative steel workWalnut TVee ParmPrickwillow "Road, CTsleTel 01638 781794-.All major credit & debit cards16