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THE HEDINGHAMS 

PARISH MAGAZINE 

NOVEMBER 2016

THE HEDINGHAMS PARISH MAGAZINE 

CHURCH SERVICES 

St Nicholas, Castle Hedingham 

Sunday Nov. 6th 9.30am Family Service 

5pm Evensong 

Sunday Nov. 13th 10.55am Remembrance Service 

5pm Evensong 

Sunday Nov. 20th 9.30am Morning Prayer 

5pm Holy Communion (1662) 

Sunday Nov. 27th ****** no service (Joint Holy 

Communion at St Peters, 

Sible Hedingham) 

5pm Evensong 

Wednesday Nov 30th 7pm Compline 

St Peter's Sible Hedingham 

Wednesday Nov 2nd 2pm All Soul's Day Service 

Sunday Nov. 6th 11.00am Family Service 

Tuesday Nov. 8th 1.30pm Pram service 

Sunday Nov. 13th 11.00am Remembrance Service 


Sunday Nov. 20th 11.00am Morning Prayer 


Sunday Nov. 27th 11.00am Joint Holy Communion with 

St Nicholas 

Monday Nov. 28th 6pm District Rainbows Carol 

service 


Parish 

Registers 

Funerals 

Irene Joyce Bungay St Peters Church 5th September 2016 

Ronnie Green Molly's Wood 9th September 2016 

If you would like to see what your churches are up to, please 

visit: www.hedingham.info 

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PRIESTLY PONDERINGS 

As we remember in our services this month the 100th anniversary of the 

Battle of the Somme you may be tempted to think not much progress has 

been made in the last 100 years towards peace on earth. In this country we 

may have had no threat of war to our civilians, although we have seen acts 

of terror. Our armed forces still continue the battle for democracy and 

against oppression in various parts of the world. Take a global outlook, 

however and you will see war and oppression in many parts of the world, 

not just the places that are hitting the headlines at this present time. It is as 

well that we remember this, even as we focus our remembrance services 

on those who have served this country with honour at times of war. 

Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called Children 

of God.” All Christians are called to be peacemakers and as we move from 

remembrance to our time of Advent, which begins this month, we enter the 

period in the church year when we think of the coming of the Prince of 

Peace and our celebration of the nativity. It's a stark contrast to think about 

that special baby being born to a seemingly very ordinary family – the 

traditional nativity set against the wars and politics that run this world. 

Contrast the “silent night, holy night” with the chaos and noise of Christmas 

shopping. Compare the simple setting of the stable with the ostentatious 

consumption that goes on at this time. 

I'm not saying don't have a good time, and do by all means celebrate the 

season – but don't rush into it without the quietness and thoughtfulness of 

an advent preparation. 

Our carol services begin in early December this year with the British Legion 

carol service starting us off at 3pm on the 4th December. There are many to 

choose from whether you have small children (try the Nativity at St Nicholas 

at 5pm Christmas Eve or 4pm at St Peters) or prefer a more traditional 

service in which case go to the service of 9 lessons and carols at either 

church. (Sat Dec 17th at St Nicholas or Sunday 18th at St Peter's – both at 

6pm). Look out in next month's magazine for all the times. 

I do hope you get some time in November to take a pause before the 

Christmas season begins and really consider what it's all about – the 

coming of the Prince of Peace – and for His followers to become Children of 

God. 

With every Blessing 

Rev Liz Paxton 

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CHURCH OF ST NICHOLAS 

We all love a get together 

But 

We cannot do it without YOU! 

The Friends of the Church of St Nicholas is a voluntary group looking for 

new committee members. It is great fun arranging village events - but we 

need new leadership with energy and time. 

Our previous occasions have included: cocktail evenings, barn dances, 

picnics, street parties, concerts, fetes etc 

Are you a community minded person that likes fundraising and organising events? 

Please ring Demetra on 01787 460435 MANY THANKS! 

The Friends of the Church of St Nicholas is the only fundraising group that helps 

to pay for repairs our church urgently needs. this remarkable and historic building 

is the centre of our village and we need to look after it. 

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CHURCH ACTIVITIES 

Weekly Activities at Hedingham Baptist Church 

Sunday: Worship is at 10.30am and 6.30pm 

Sunday school and crèche facilities at 10.30am 

only 

Monday: "Cygnets" Toddler group for parents, 

carers and Pre-school children, from 10am till 

12am 

Thursday: Coffee/Tea and scones drop-in. 

Open to all. No charge 

Roman Catholic Services 

There are regular weekly services held at 9.00am in St. Peter's Church, 

Sible Hedingham, which are led by Father Brian McGilloway, the Roman 

Catholic Priest based at Halstead. You are warmly invited to join them 

for their services. 

United Reformed Church 

The United Reformed Church, at 

32 Queen Street, has now closed. 

The final service was held on 

Saturday 4th June. The two 

nearest United Reformed 

Churches are at Halstead (Kings 

Road, CO9 1HJ, 5 miles away) and 

Bocking (142 Church Street, CM7 

5LH, 7 miles away). The Revd 

Joshua P Norris is the minister of 

both these churches. Other nearby 

United Reformed Churches are at 

Clare, (CO10 8NP, 8 miles away) 

and Sudbury (CO10 6HA, 9 miles 

away). 

For Information about Christian 

Activities throughout The Colne 

Valley Area, please enjoy exploring 

www.colnevalleyalive.co.uk 

We look forward to hearing from you! 

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Singers 

Wanted! 

Hedingham Church Choir sings at the 

major festival services (Christmas 

and Easter) and occasional other 

events during the year. 

Reading music is an advantage but 

not a necessity. Being able to sing 

also an advantage but you don't have 

to sing like Pavarotti to be able to join 

us. Some tuition and LOTS of 

encouragement given. 

Come and try out Wednesday 16th / 

23rd November 7.30pm St Peter's 

Church or call Rev Liz Paxton on 

01787 277270


ST PETER’S CHURCH 

Tim Mardon is fundraising for St Peter's Church 

You may remember the story last year of the shooting in The Old Vicarage 

in Sible Hedingham during a burglary. I am happy to say that Tim is making 

a good recovery, although he is still suffering from the result of the shotgun 

wound in his leg. Tim has been personally most generous to our church 

fundraising efforts to give us some improvement in the church facilities. We 

hope to create a better kitchen space and have plans to run youth activities 

in the church for the local youth once these are complete. We are still about 

20% short of our target and would appreciate further local community 

support. If you would like to contribute to our target please click the link 

below. Alternatively if you can't contribute financially but would like to help 

create a programme to support the youth of this area please contact Rev 

Liz Paxton on liz@paxtonconsulting.co.uk. To Donate please enter this link 

https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/Tim-Mardon-Church-Fund-tohelp-local-community 

SATURDAY 26 th NOVEMBER 

ST PETER’S CHURCH 

COFFEE MORNING 

PRIZE FOR THE BEST 

CHRISTMAS JUMPER 

10.00 ~ 1.00 

with Christmas goodies 

and a Christmas Raffle 

to be drawn by a special guest! 

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SCOUTS 

Majendie Explorer Scout Unit 

The girls team representing the Unit at this year's Jailbreak were Lily, 

Natasha, Kirsty and Victoria and they all did the name of Majendie proud. 

The event this year was over the weekend of September 24th - 25th, 

starting at Caldecote, to the west of Cambridge and finishing at Clavering 

(not far from Jamie Oliver's house - but no big breakfast was forthcoming). 

The teams start out at 12.00noon and have three hours before the chasers 

commence their pursuit, taking lives from the teams until the finish 24 hours 

later. 

Our team of girls navigated well and bedded down in a dry ditch only 5km 

away from the finish on late Saturday evening, fortunately it was dry and 

warm but they were well equipped with bright orange survival bags - not the 

kind of colour ideal for camouflage. 

Their position was second, having been only caught twice in the 24 hours 

and arrived at the finish happy and smiling. Thank you to the parents who 

transported the team to and from the event. 

We have had several evenings of scouting skills this half term, splitting the 

unit into random groups, as this works better than one big group - can you 

imagine dealing with 30 14-18 year old teenagers every week!! We have 

had instruction in first response, cooking over a gas and trangia stove, map 

work, fire-lighting and blindfold tent pitching. Thank you to Ed, Jess, Adam, 

Helen, Katie and Will for all your help – it's good to have you in the team. 

We also spent an evening at the Golf Driving Range in Sudbury when we 

were joined by Network members (and several parents). This is always a 

good evening and we thank the staff for their help that evening. 

We are off to North Wales, Yr Hafod Bunkhouse near Capel Curig, over half 

term. We are hill walking, watching the British Surfing Championships, 

doing a 'total wipe-out course', trampolining underground and white water 

rafting, look out for the report in the next magazine. 

Garage sale trail - just to confirm that this will be on Saturday 6th May and 

will involve both Sible and Castle Hedingham. We will have large signs on 

roads leading into the villages and will publicise over social media and the 

local press. 

For more information about explorer scouts call Mark Barnes 07836 

650817 

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GUIDES 

First Hedingham Guides 

Contact Kathie 01787 280200 

We meet on Monday evenings 

during term time in Castle 

Hedingham and would welcome 

Girls between the ages of 10 to 15 

from both Sible and Castle 

Hedingham and the surrounding villages. 

We start back after the summer holidays on 5 September and 

we have plans to include the following activities in our 

programme; making ice cream, first aid, cooking, badge work, 

pumpkin carving, indoor sports, star gazing, Christmas craft and 

a carol service. 

St Peter’s Church 

Sible Hedingham 

Every Tuesday 

during school term times 

1.30pm to 3pm 

. 

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St Peter's PTA Sible 

Hedingham 

Presents 

It's first Quiz Night 

Fundraiser! 

Funds to school computer suite 

Sible Hedingham Sports & Social 

Club, Station Road. 

Friday 11th November 2016 

7-10pm 

Tickets £3.50pp ( tables of 8 max ) 

Bring your own nibbles 

Purchase your drinks from the 

club bar / Raffle 

Tickets available from Wendi 

07805 689644


FILM CLUB 

HEDINGHAM FILM CLUB 

COMMUNITY CINEMA 

AT THE HEDINGHAM VILLAGE CLUB STATION, ROAD, SIBLE HEDINGHAM 

PRESENTS 

ON THE BIG SCREEN 

8pm Friday 25th November 

LOVE AND FRIENDSHIP 

This is a period comedy adapted from 

Jane Austen's Lady Susan. It is 

delightfully wicked and great fun as 

Lady Susan tries her hand at match 

making. 

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Castle View House 

Having a party? 

Need somewhere special for your guests? 

Castle View Rooms can accommodate up 

to 8 people in comfort. 

Cathy Nicholson 

8 Priory Wood 

Castle Hedingham 

Essex CO9 3DU 

T: 01787 827341 

M: 07778 704688 

www.castleviewrooms.com 

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PAROCHIAL CHARITIES 

CASTLE HEDINGHAM PAROCHIAL CHARITIES 

A Trust Fund exists in Castle Hedingham for any resident ‘in need, 

distress or suffering hardship. 

Hospital transport** can also be arranged depending on need and 

availability. 

For more information please contact the secretary. 

Mrs Brenda Beadle, 01787 460336 

**We would be pleased to hear from anyone willing to join the rota 

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Limited Company start-ups 

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COACH & MINI BUS TRIPS 

Coach Trip to Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park 

Thurs 24 November 2016 

Leaving – 1pm from Castle (the Bell) and 1.15 pm from Sible Co-op, 

Gosfield (The Green Man) at 1.25pm- then returning at 8.30pm. 

We hope to arrive at the park by 3pm. You are then free to explore 

the variety of markets with unusual arts and crafts, eateries, ice 

rink and circus, giant observation wheel and Magical Ice Kingdom 

and more; just google Winter Wonderland Hyde Park to see 

what's on offer. 

Entrance to Winter Wonderland is free but the rides etc. have to be 

paid for. If you would prefer to go down Oxford Street, do some 

shopping, or visit Harrods or the V&A Museum they are all within 

walking distance. 

The cost is £17 per person. Please ring Chris on 462172 to book a seat. 

Sible Hedingham Parish Council 

is organising a minibus to 

Bury St Edmunds 

Christmas Market. 

On Thursday 

24th November 

from 9.30-4.30 

The cost will be £12 

and tickets can 

be bought from the 

Parish Office. 

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CANCER SUPPORT 

YELDHAM & DISTRICT CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 

Established in May 2015 to provide support in the small towns and 

villages of NE Essex, the group offers a warm welcome to anyone 

affected by cancer: as a patient receiving or post-treatment; as a 

carer of a relative with cancer; or as someone bereaved by it. 

We meet on the third Thursday of each month in the Reading 

Room, Great Yeldham, from 10.30-12pm. Next meeting is 17th 

November. 

For more information, or if you have some free time to help us run 

the group, please contact Martin Tarrant on 01787 237253 or Mary 

Marshall at memeng@live.com. 

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thefillingstation.org.uk 

North Essex Filling Station 

The Memorial Hall, Church Lane, Castle Hedingham CO9 3DA 

Thursday November 24th – 

Jodie Collins 

Jodie is a member of the Philo Trust team 

which assists Revd Canon J John in 

proclaiming the Gospel throughout Britain 

Gifting: Evangelist 

7-00pm: Coffee/tea and cakes 7-30pm: Worship, testimony, Bible teaching and prayer 

For further details contact Angie on angiejo30@hotmail.com or 01787 460203 

All meetings are videoed and copies are free 

CHRISTMAS AT THE CASTLE 

COME AND CELEBRATE THE KING’S BIRTH 

Guest speaker - Bishop Stephen Cottrell 

Date: Thursday December 15th 2016 

Place: The Keep, Hedingham Castle, C09 3DJ 

Time: 7pm - for refreshments. 7-30pm - event begins. 

Cost: £3-00 which includes coffee/tea and a mince pie 

Admission by ticket only. Payment on booking via Angie Jones on: 

01787 460203 or email: angiejo30@hotmail.com 

Main seating will be in the Banqueting Hall 

(accessed by spiral staircase) for those who book early. 

The evening will include, Carols, Testimony, Bible teaching and Prayer. 

The Keep can only be accessed by stairs. 

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WOMEN’S GROUP 

Castle Hedingham Women's Group 

The next meeting is on Friday November 18th at the Memorial Hall, Castle 

Hedingham and starts at 7.45 pm. This promises to be a fun, varied and 

entertaining evening with Alan Haines' talk 'A Kick up the Sixties'. Alan 

takes a look back at the 1960s but with a mix of comedy, magic and filmclips 

all thrown in. I am sure that we will all be able to identify with some of 

the memories! 

The Christmas Plate Supper, 'Open Entertainment', is on Friday 16th 

December and this year will take a different form for us. We are looking for 

volunteers to read a festive poem or short, amusing excerpt from a 

Christmas story, or one of your own happy or exciting experiences 

associated with this season. Anything Christmassy and only a few minutes 

each, so please do join in. Could you please let me know if you are able to 

take part, just so that we have some idea of timing etc (always a lot to fit in 

on this evening!!) The evening starts at the earlier time of 7.00pm for 

7.30pm and each member brings a 

plate of something to eat and share 

with everyone. We usually end up 

with a veritable feast! 

The last coach trip for this year is on 

1 December and is fully booked, but 

watch this space as Hilda and I are 

working on some interesting ideas 

for next year, probably starting in 

March. More news and dates for 

your diaries when we have finalised 

details. 

Home From Home 

Doggie Day Care 

Open Since July 2015 

For the day, overnight 

or for a week or two! 

Your dog stays 

in our home! 

For any group queries please 

contact Ann on 01787 469719. 

New members and guests are 

always welcome, so why not come 

along and see if you like us? 

Limited 

Availability 

For more 

information 

contact 

Sadie: 07879 423152 

Email: belchampddc@hotmail.com 

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Working on listed buildings, including churches and domestic 

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ADVERTISING 

Magazine Charging Policy 

Following a review of the Parish magazine, its circulation (currently 

2400), layout and its financial viability, a working party has put together 

some new guidelines for charging for both commercial and charitable 

activities. 

These new rates will be applicable from January 2017. 

The structure of the magazine will be determined by the following basic 

layout and dimensions. Full Page 185mm x 130mm (Portrait) Half Page 

130mm x 95mm (Landscape) Quarter page 95mm x 65mm (Portrait). 

Commercial Businesses will be charged the following rates for 10 

issues / year. Full Page £380, Half page £200, Quarter page £110. 

One off advertisements (or fewer than 10 issues) will be charged £50 

/£25 / £13 respectively per issue. 

Community Information 

Free - Pages and articles which are purely for information and of 

community interest will be limited to one page (about 400 words) e.g. 

Molly's Wood, Scouts / Guides reports. Free – a regular advertisement 

of Community information no more than ¼ page. e.g. opening times of 

Doctor's surgery, Post Office, Bus information, Village Agent etc. regular 

times for club and society meetings where no charge will be made. 

Commercial Community 

Fundraising events – even when these are for charities or club funds. 

If there will be an entrance fee – concerts, lectures, film nights, the 

following rates will apply:- 

Full Page advertisement (up to 3 x year) £100. 

Half Page advertisement (up to 3 x year) £50. 

Items for inclusion should be sent to this e-mail address 

hedparmag@gmail.com 

The views and opinions expressed in the Hedingham Parish Magazine, including any claims and 

opinions expressed in any editorial or advertisements, are independent of and do not represent the 

view and opinions of the Editor or Publishers. The Editor and Publishers do not accept any 

responsibility for the accuracy of the advertisements, editorial or notices placed in the magazine. 

Neither editorial nor advertisements are to be read and understood as recommendations on the part of 

the Editor or Publishers. All editorial and advertisements are published in good faith and advertisers 

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HERITAGE SOCIETY 

Hedingham Heritage Society 

Our next meetings: 

November 

Thursday 3 November - 7.45pm - Castle Hedingham Memorial Hall 

John Ray (1627-1705) – 'Britain's Greatest Botanist’ 

An illustrated talk by Jenny Rowland- education and exhibitions curator- 

John Ray was one of the most eminent naturalists of his time, referred to as 

'the father of natural history' and a regular visitor to the Hedinghams. 

December 

Saturday 10th December - 7.30pm - Castle Hedingham Memorial Hall 

Christmas Social - two course Christmas meal and after dinner 

entertainment from the Chelmsford Barbershop quartet - Un4gettable - 

tickets £16 

Tickets available at November meeting or contact Peter Bayes – 01787 

469953 or either of the numbers below 

Tuesday 27 December – 10.30 am 

Christmas walk in the Hedinghams – meet at Castle Hedingham 

Memorial Hall – walk of about 3 miles with refreshments. Meetings are 

open to all, do come along and join the society. 

Members free for meetings and events, non members pay £5.00. 

Further details: Rob Worley 01787 460664 Trudi Cullum 01787 462889 

New Web site: hedinghamheritage.org 

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Our school provides an excellent all round 

education. We are extremely proud of our academic 

achievements and our ability to help pupils move 

successfully to their chosen secondary schools, 

and we have an enviable track record of Academic, 

Sport, Music and Art scholarships. 

Exceptional schooling; exceptional children 

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ST. MARGARET’S SCHOOL 

New Headmaster at St. Margaret's Prep, Gosfield 

St. Margaret's Prep School in Gosfield has a new 

Headmaster following the retirement of Mrs Elaine 

Powling who had been at the school for 15 years. 

Mr Douglas was educated in Reading and attended 

Durham University where he studied History. Having 

spent time living and working in Australia he gained a 

PGCE in History from York University in 2000. He has 

worked in independent education for the last 16 years 

and has taught in a variety of schools in the East and 

South East of England. He was most recently Deputy 

Head at Duncombe School in Hertford where he had 

been for the past 5 years. 

He is a keen sportsman and has coached a variety of sports throughout his 

career, leading hockey and rugby teams to success in national competitions. 

He is also an enthusiastic musician and sings in a local choir. 

Mr Douglas has three young children, Rupert, Monty and Hamish, who range 

in age from Nursery to Year 3. 

We asked Mr Douglas… 

If you hadn't become a teacher, what career would you have chosen 

instead? 

I had planned to be a policeman. Thankfully a sporting injury put paid to that 

as I would have been dreadful at it. When I was much younger I wanted to be 

a milkman but that was mostly because I figured your day was finished by 

lunchtime! 

What is special about St. Margaret's Prep School? 

This is the most dedicated staff I have ever worked with and it is a pleasure to 

lead them. As you would expect, the academic results are outstanding, as is 

the pastoral care. However, the most impressive thing I've seen since 

arriving at the school was a 45 piece orchestra playing a piece, written by the 

pupils, at last year's speech day, which was followed by a stunning whole 

school production of Alice in Wonderland. I've seen a lot of school concerts 

over the past 16 years in independent schools, but it was something of a 

novelty to find myself saying to parents how amazing this was and how 

impressive the performances were, and actually mean every word! 

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FOODBANK 

Braintree Area Foodbank 

The Foodbank could not exist without the generosity of the public and 

businesses, and over 200 volunteers who collectively provide over 100 

hours of service during each week. Food is collected and donated by 

individuals and by local churches, supermarkets, local charities, schools 

and businesses. 

Urgent appeal for basics foodstuffs Due to demand since November 2015, 

we have given out twice as much food as donations received, so we have 

an urgent need for basic foodstuffs to build up and maintain sufficient 

stocks. 

For information about giving and or volunteering please visit 

http://braintreearea.foodbank.org.uk/ or E-mail 

info@braintreearea.foodbank.org.uk Our Facebook page, Braintree Area 

Foodbank, is now live. “Like Us” to find regular news and Updates 

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PARISH COUNCIL 

Minutes of Sible Hedingham Parish Council Meeting Held at the 

th 

Village Hall, Parkfields, Sible Hedingham on Monday 10 October 2016 

In the chair: Cllr R Volkwyn 

Present: Cllrs L Heywood, J Skittrall, B Newman, S Metson, P Sarel, D Holmes, P 

Gammon, L Parkin, K Greeno, District Cllrs H Johnson, J Beavis and 4 members of the 

public 

Public Comment 

There were 2 public comments: 

a. Friends of Alderford Mill had held a successful craft fair attended by 205 people last 

Sunday but they had issues with an enforcement officer who attempted to give parking 

tickets to drivers who were dropping off stall holders. The clerk will contact North Essex 

Parking Partnership. 

b. CCTV on the Recreation Ground, this is on the agenda and will be discussed. 

111. Apologies for Absence 

Cllrs G Jefferson (hospital appointment) D Finch 

112. Members declarations 

Cllr S Metson the Christmas tree 

th 

113. To confirm the minutes of meeting held on 12 September 2016 

th 

The minutes of 12 September having been circulated, were taken as read and signed 

by the Chairman as a correct record. 

114. Matters arising from those minutes 

There were no matters arising. 

115. Chairman's Report 

Cllr R Volkwyn stated that there would be a memorial service for Fred Pawsey on Friday 

th 

14 October at 1.30pm in Cavendish Church. The skateboard park had been damaged 

th 

by vandalism. The Remembrance Service will be on 13 November, the Parish Council 

will be laying a wreath, and it would be nice to see as many Cllrs as possible there. Due 

to personal issues Cllr P Sarel could no longer represent the Parish Council at the Youth 

Council. Any Cllr who was interested in volunteering to attend the Youth Council at 

st 

Hedingham School on the 1 Tuesday of the month at 7pm please inform the clerk. 

116. Youth Council Report 

There was no report 

117. County Councillor's Report. In the absence of Cllr D Finch no report was given 

118. District Councillor's Reports 

Cllr J Beavis would welcome thoughts on the response from Cllr T Cunningham 

regarding the planning application for the proposed work hub; she understood the Parish 

Council is concerned about the variation of size for the medical site. The NHS is working 

with the surgeries on the way forward with the medical site. 

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Cllr H Johnson had attended a meeting with the flight director at stansted airport 

concerning the new flight paths. He had been to the Mill last Sunday and discussed the 

parking issues, he stated the Mill was a great asset for the village and should be 

supported. With regard to the community funding he had been approached for new ropes 

for the bells at St Peter's and would welcome other ideas. Cllr R Volkwyn said that if the 

extra CCTV camera's was proposed and accepted that would be an idea for funding. 

Cllrs J Beavis and H Johnson agreed that would be an acceptable proposal. 

th 

119. To receive minutes of the Planning Committee meetings held 16 September 

th 

and 7 October 2016 

The minutes having been circulated were accepted in lieu of a report 

120. To receive the minutes of Recreation and Amenities Committee meeting held 

th 

16 September 2016 

The minutes having been circulated were accepted in lieu of a report. 

121. To discuss the proposed Christmas tree 

Cllr R Volkwyn stated that the Co-op had given permission to place the tree in the car 

park, a Christmas tree had been donated to the Parish Council, Darkins will fund the 

electricity for the lights, Mr Jenkins has a stand that is suitable and will loan it and the 

lights, and Bloor Homes will loan safety barriers. Cllr D Holmes proposed the Christmas 

tree be erected, Cllr J Skittrall seconded, the motion was unanimously accepted. 

122. To discuss the need for an extra CCTV camera on the Recreation Ground 

Cllr R Volkwyn stated that vandals had caused expensive damage to the skateboard 

park, kicking out panels and the strengthening support; he proposed another CCTV 

camera the other side of the MUGA to film the skateboard park and the new swings. The 

recording equipment on the Recreation Ground will accommodate up to 16 cameras and 

the picture is perfect. After discussion Cllr J Skittrall seconded this proposal and the 

motion was carried unanimously. 

123. To discuss the invitation from Holmes and Hills to a seminar on property and 

nd 

planning issues on Wednesday 2 November at Braintree Town Hall 6-7.30pm 

Cllrs are to let the clerk know if they can attend 

124. To receive the Accounts for payment. Appendix 1 

Cllr D Holmes proposed the accounts be approved and paid, Cllr J Skittrall seconded, 

the motion was carried 

125. Any other business 

Cllr L Parkin stated that there was an idea circulating of a Christmas lunch for the older 

people in the village, would the Parish Council support this? Cllr R Volkwyn said the 

Thursday Club did do this but he would speak to Jayne Laken and ask her advice, 

possibly for next year as it was too late to arrange for this year. 

Cllr D Holmes said Highways had made a good job of resurfacing Swan Street. The clerk 

had written to Highways thanking them. He also thanked Stuart Bingham for promptly 

coming out on a Sunday to attend to a fallen tree in the Recreation Ground. 

The meeting closed at 8.05pm 

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TWINNING ASSOCIATION 

Sible Hedingham Twinning Association 

Bonjour mes amis - here we are in November - it's hard to believe that Christmas 

will soon be on our minds - how the time goes. 

As I am having to write this report before our committee meeting next week I am not 

able to give you any details of any further fundraising other than the Quiz Night we 

are holding on the Saturday 12th November 7.30pm at the Castle Hedingham 

Club, teams up to six, £5 per person. Please bring your own food, a licensed bar 

will be available. To book in your team please ring me on the number below. 

As you know we are busy planning next year's Twentyfifth Anniversary 

Celebrations, as we will be hosting this event the support of our members and 

friends is vital. If you are interested in learning more about the Association and 

hopefully to become a member, please give me or Cherry a ring on the numbers 

below we will be delighted to hear from you. 

Secretary Jean Collings 01787 461663 

Members Secretary Cherry Chapman 01787 237556. 

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Mon- Fri 8.30am-1pm 

and 2pm-6pm 

A & E and 999 services are for 

emergency and life-threatening 

conditions only. The Practice 

or NHS direct on 111 

is available for advice. 

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COFFEE MORNINGS 

Hedingham Baptist Church 

177 Swan Street, Sible Hedingham 

Castle Nursery 

Kirby Hall Road Castle Hedingham CO9 3EA 

T: 01787 463450 E: info@castlenursery.net 

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School Road Sible Hedingham CO9 3NR 

T: 01787 460086 E: info@stpetersnursery.net 

For Children from 2-5 years. 

8.45am-3.30pm Term Time Only 

We provide a place where children can play, invesgate and explore the world around 

them; where their own interests and ideas are value and supported. 

We make mud pies – run in the rain - splash in puddles - build dens - 

make poons - go on bug hunts - use real tools - build camp fires – 

jump – balance - create – make music – dance – sing! 

Government funded places available for 3 and 4 year olds and for some 2 year olds. 

Please call or email for more informaon or to arrange a visit. 

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BOOK CLUB 

Four Parishes Book Club 

We have room for more members now so why not join 

us to enjoy reading a wide range of books and then 

discussing them with a friendly light-hearted group. We meet monthly on a 

Thursday evening at members’ homes and have wine, tea or coffee. 

Members are from the Four Parishes and Hedingham areas. 

Recent books read include “The Man of Property by John Galsworthy”, 

“Wide Sargasso Sea” by Jean Rhys, “The Night Circus” by Erin 

Morgenstern, “ATrick of the Light” by Louise Penney and “Peyton Place” by 

Grace Metalious. There is no pressure to finish the book if you don’t like it 

and all opinions are valued. Books are chosen by suggestion or 

recommendation from members and are all borrowed from the library. 

For more information, contact Alison Cantor on 01787 462537 or 

07713509445, acantor@linus.plus.com 

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SOLAR SOCIETY 

The Solar Society 

November and December 2016 

Your local adult learning group 

The November meeting on Monday 7th will be a talk by Douglas 

Pickford entitled 'The History and Science of Music'. The December 

meeting will be on Monday 5th with a speaker presenting 'The 

History of Pantomime'. 

Both talks will start at 2.30pm and last for about 90 minutes plus a 15 

minute interval. Free light refreshments will be served. 

Meetings are held at The Memorial Hall, Church Lane, Castle 

Hedingham. Parking and disabled facilities are available. 

Entrance is £4 

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MEMORIAL HALL 

The Memorial Hall, Castle Hedingham 

Hedingham Harvest Lunch 

On Sunday 2nd October the 

annual Harvest Lunch was held in 

the Memorial Hall, Castle 

Hedingham. 

It was a most successful occasion 

which everyone enjoyed, with 

excellent food and good company. 

In excess of £300 was raised 

which is to be shared by St 

Nicholas and St Peter's churches. 

Your generosity is much 

appreciated. 

Hilda Whiting and the other 

catering ladies were thanked for 

their efforts in making it such an 

outstanding success. 

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Every Tuesday 

9.30am to 11.30 am 

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Drink & biscuit for the 

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WOMENS INSTITUTE 

Sible Hedingham WI 

Hello everyone here we are again another month 

has flown by before we know it, Christmas will be 

here. 

In September we had a very enjoyable talk 

illustrated with slides and a demonstration given by 

Deb Hart entitled “Willow In The Landscape” - it was 

so interesting seeing her work with the willow she makes it look so easy, 

some of us are hoping we will be able to have a workshop with her; I will 

keep you informed of any developments. 

Once again I am having to write this report before our October meeting, we 

are looking forward to hearing Judy Anderson give a talk entitled 'The Story 

Of Great Ormond Street Hospital'. 

Ann Gill, our outings member, is still sorting out future trips for next year 

including of course the Mercury Theatre in January to see Jekyll and Hyde 

by the Colchester Amateur Dramatic Society and an evening trip to Bury St. 

Edmunds with a Blue Badge Guide, the date of this is still to be arranged. 

We always have a great time on these outings and always include friends 

and family. 

Our meeting on Monday 21st is “Paper Craft” given by LisaAndress. 

The competition will be “MakeAPaper Doyley” 

Once again if you would like to come along to any of our meetings you will 

be so welcome it is a great way to make new friends, enjoy a cup of tea or 

coffee with the lovely cakes etc. our members provide, as I always say food 

comes into it somewhere Ha! 

We meet every third Monday 7.30pm at Sible Hedingham Baptist Church. 

Bye for now 

Jean Collings Secretary 01787 461663. 

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GARDENING CLUB 

Castle Hedingham Gardening Club 

Hi everyone, I expect like myself you are busy getting your gardens ready 

for the winter months and planning new things for next year, still at least we 

will have a break from the mowing and watering - ha. 

Our meeting in October was a talk given by Dudley Chignall on the Four 

Seasons in Essex and Suffolk Towns and Villages, as always this was 

illustrated with some wonderful slides - he really is a superb photographer 

and an amusing speaker. 

This month we are looking forward to seeing Maureen Bantock 

demonstrate a Christmas Flower Arrangement and telling us about her 

earlier life making Royal Wedding Bouquets, please feel free to come along 

and join us - visitors are always welcome and I am sure you will have a 

really enjoyable afternoon as Maureen is a very entertaining lady with a 

great sense of humour. 

In December instead of a meeting we 

are having a Christmas Afternoon 

Tea at the Poplar Nurseries Marks 

Tey, we will also have time to enjoy 

their lovely Christmas displays and 

perhaps buy a thing or two! 

Bye for now hope you will decide to 

join us for both or either of these two 

events we are a really friendly group 

and there is always time at our 

meetings for a cuppa,biscuit and a 

chat. 

Secretary Jean Collings 01787 

461663 

Chairman Maureen Lofting 01787 

463343. 

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SPORTS & SOCIAL CLUB 

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MESSY ADVENT 


Baptist Church 

November 26th 

4-6pm 

Fun for everyone 

Children must bring an adult! 

Come and join our preparations for Christmas 

Join us for Craft, Singing, Story and a Meal 

No need to book- just turn up 

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ST ANDREW’S SCHOOL 

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CASTLE PLAYERS 

The Castle Players Present 

Once 

Upon A Pantomime 

By Jessica Carter-Mears & Edward Spink 

Once Upon A Pantomime 

By Jess 

By Jessica Carter-Mears & Edward Spink 

Once 

By Jess 

Saturday 26th November 7pm 

at the Sunday Memorial 27th Hall, November Castle Hedingham 2pm 

Saturday Thursday 26th 1st December November 7pm 7pm 

Sunday Friday 2nd 27th December November 7pm 2pm 

Thursday Saturday 1st 3rd December December 7pm 2pm & 7pm 

Friday 2nd December 7pm 

Tickets 

Saturday 3rd December 2pm & 7pm 

£7 adults £5 concessions 

Available at 

Tickets 

Darkins, Buckleys 

£7 adults or on £5 07547503030 concessions 

Available at Darkins, Buckleys 

or on 07547503030 

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VILLAGE CONTACTS 


Alderford Water Mill Matt Vinogradoff 01787 582033 

Baptist Church Nick Vosper 01787 238553 

Film Club Sally Glen 01787 460008 

Hedingham Singers Bob Lilley 07790 573435 

Hedingham Sports & Social Club 01787 460264 

Hedingham United Football Club 

Men's Team Secretary Julie George 01787 460147 

Youth Team Secretary Steve Parsons 07449 753692 

Heritage Society Rob Worley 01787 460664 

Library 169 Swan Street 01787 460650 

Molly’s Wood Angela Weatherley 01787 460114 

Parish Council: 

Office 75 Swan Street 

Parish Council: Clerk Glenda McCoyd 01787 462568 

Thursday Club Jayne Laken 07540 720607 

Twinning Association Secretary Jean Collings 01787 461663 

Village Hall Bookings 07795 077750 

Women's Institute Jean Collings 01787 461663 


Art Group Jean Craig 01787 461309 

Beavers Stuart Carter 01787 461149 

Book Group Alison Cantor 01787 462537 

07713 509445 

Brownies Michelle Blake 01787 460189 

Carpet Bowls Club Ray Bird 01787 463291 

Castle Hedingham Club Dave Applebee 01787 462172 

Castle Players Lauri Scrivens 01787 469766 

Cub Scouts Stuart Carter 01787 461149 

Explorer Scouts Mark Barnes 01787 462126 

Gardening Club Maureen Lofting 01787 463343 

Guides 1st Hedingham Kathie Hoye 01787 280200 

Heritage Society Rob Worley 01787 460664 

Memorial Hall Bookings Ann Edney 07736 239599 

Parish Council Clerk Claire Waters 07845 056597 

Parish Council Chairman Garry Southgate 01787 461638 

Scouts Stuart Carter 01787 461149 

Solar Group Miles Scrivens 01787 469766 

Women's Group Ann Beard 01787 469719 

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CHURCH OFFICERS 

Priest in Charge Rev Barbara Hume 01787 462136 

The Vicarage, Queen St, Castle Hedingham 

Associate Priest Rev Liz Paxton 01787 852064 

The Old Stables The Street Stoke by Clare 

LLM David Brown 01787 461904 

14 Hawkwood Road Sible Hedingham 

Organist & Choirmaster Mark King 01787 463371 

24 Graysmead Sible Hedingham 

Evangelist Lynne Moffat 01787 463377 

1 Crown Street Castle Hedingham 

Saint Nicholas Church, Castle Hedingham 

Churchwardens Charles Bird 01787 463350 

Maple Cross Cottage Sudbury Road 

Sue Southgate 01787 461638 


Treasurer Colin Wood 01787 460023 

Pye Corner Castle Hedingham 

Electoral Roll Officer Graham Hurley 01787 461320 

2 Falcon Square 

Magazine Distribution Sue Southgate 01787 461638 


Bell Ringing Mark Barnes 01787 462126 

Petershill Nunnery Street Castle Hedingham 

Saint Peter's Church, Sible Hedingham 

Churchwardens Reg May 01787 462421 

24 Castle Meadow Sible Hedingham 

Sue Brooker 01787 461818 

7 Parkfields Sible Hedingham 

Treasurer Alison Lilley 01787 461488 

10 Hawthorns Sible Hedingham 

Secretary Marie May 01787 462421 

24 Castle Meadow Sible Hedingham 

Covenant Secretary Brenda Powell 01787 460349 

Barr Hall Morris Green 

Magazine Distribution Tracey Goodchild 01787 469683 

Hobarts High Street Green 

Bell Ringing Janice Watkins 01787 460900 

8 Elm Close Sible Hedingham 

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