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SOUTH WOODHAM 

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Issue 882 

14th December 2018 

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Shoulder pain is a common 

problem treated by 

Osteopaths. There are many 

reasons why shoulder problems 

may develope, some last for 

days others can persist for 

WOODHAM OSTEOPATHS 

years. The causes of shoulder 

pain can be due to inflammation in the shoulder joint as well as damage 

to tendons, muscles or ligaments. Depending on the nature of the 

damage, we will be able to treat you after examination or provide 

guidance on seeking alternative treatment if the condition warrants it. 

One of the most common types shoulder condition is injury to the rotator 

cuff. The cuff is the name given to the group of muscles and their 

respective tendons that surround the head of your shoulder joint. In 

between the rotator cuff tendons and the tip of your shoulder (the 

acromium) is the subacromial bursa (a lubricating sack) This bursa helps 

to protect the tendons from touching the bone and provide a smooth 

surface for the tendons to glide over. Damage to these tendons 

(tendonitis) or the bursa (bursitis) often leads to a condition know as an 

impingement syndrome. An impingement syndrome, this is where there 

is insufficient space under the acromium to allow for free movement 

tendons. Although some people have anatomical predispositions to this 

condition repetitive over head movements are often key to their onset. 

Osteopathic treatment can be very successful in easing the symptoms 

associated with this condition and to aid a speedy recovery. We will also 

guide you through rehabilitation excise and assess your posture to help 

minimise chances of reoccurrence. 

If you have any shoulder pains book to see me at my clinic within Club 

Woodham. 

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CHRISTMAS PARKING IN 

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Chelmsford City Council is advising shoppers on the best places 

to park to save money and beat the Christmas crowds this 

Christmas. 

We all know that as soon as December comes around, more 

people will be visiting the City centre to shop for Christmas, 

meaning that traffic around the City centre can be more 

congested as usual. 

With the main City centre multi-storey and surface car parks such 

as High Chelmer, Meadows Retail and John Lewis’ Bond Street 

being popular car parks amongst visitors for their convenient 

locations, why not try alternative car parks in the City centre? 

For excellent value weekend parking, Townfield Street (next to 

the railway station) is perfect for shopping, offering unique 

restaurants and boutiques and is only a couple of minutes’ walk 

from the High Street. Townfield Street is only £1.50 per day on 

weekends. 

In addition, Fairfield Road car park (located next to Chelmsford 

Theatres) is a short 10-minute walk from the High Street and 

High Chelmer Shopping centre and is priced at £2 a day over the 

weekend. 

There is also the ‘Park and Ride’ service based in both Sandon 

and Chelmer Valley. You can park your car and catch frequent 

buses to the City centre, with weekday adult daily tickets costing 

£3.60 and £1.50 on Saturdays. The Sandon site will also be 

running a frequent Sunday service on the 9, 16 and 23 December. 

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South Woodham Focus 5 

Jim Price 

Peacefully on 1st December 2018 in Basildon Hospital 

Aged 70 years. 

A loving husband and father, a true gentleman and friend. 

He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. 

The Funeral service will take place on Friday 28th December at 

Holy Trinity Church, South Woodham Ferrers at 1.30 pm followed 

by committal at Chelmsford Crematorium. 

Family flowers only or donations in memory of Jim for 

‘The Dandelion Fund, Basildon Hospital’ may be made via 

Tributes & Donations at www.pauljking.com or sent to: 

Paul J King Funeral Directors 

5 Guild Way, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5TG. Tel: 01245 321866 

ADVENT COURSE AT 

HOLY TRINITY CHURCH 2018 

Holy Trinity Church, Trinity Square CM3 5JX will be running an 

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Advent Course entitled ‘What are you waiting for?’ over 4 

weeks. All are welcome to attend. 

Session 4 of our Advent Course has a change of day and will be 

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6 South Woodham Focus 

Christmas at South Woodham Evangelical Church 2018 

2 nd Dec 10.15am Start of Advent 

9 th Dec 6.30pm Carols with South Woodham Bell Ringers 

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If you're thinking of coming to ''Kind of Blue's'' gig in the Bell, 

Sunday December 16th, 2pm-4pm make sure you get your £5 

tickets as soon as possible (proceeds to breast cancer) as we 

have nearly sold out! 

16 th Dec 10.15am - Family Christingle Service 

23 rd Dec 10.15am Sunday Advent 

24 th Dec 7.00pm - A Service of Carols and Readings 

Christmas morning 10.15am Family Service Celebration 

The afternoon event will be divided into two parts: 

The first section will consist of our usual mixture of modern jazz 

''classics''; the second will be a ''singalong'' of well known 

Christmas songs, led by Pauline. 

All of this will be washed down with mulled wine and mince 

pies. It should be a very enjoyable afternoon, and not to be 

missed. 

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Q: Who gives presents to 

baby sharks? 

A: Santa Jaws! 

Q: What does the Turkey 

eat at Christmas? 

A: Nothing cos he’s 

stuffed! 

Q: Why does Santa have 

three gardens? 

A: So he can Ho Ho Ho 

Q: What is green, white, 

and red all over? 

A: A sunburnt elf 

Q: What do you get if you 

eat Christmas 

decorations? 

A: Tinsel itis. 

Q: Why don’t reindeer 

like penguins? 

A: Because they can’t take 

the wrapper off !! 

Q: Why is Santa so good 

at karate? 

A: Because he has a black 

belt! 

Q: How much did Santa 

pay for his sleigh? 

A: Nothing, it was on 

the house! 

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Millwood Womens Insititute 

Our November meeting was an Open Evening and it was lovely to see so many new 

faces. We were entertained by Bryan Thurlow as ‘The Perennial Mr Potter’. We 

learnt that Mr Potter was born in 1900 and grew up in Suffolk. Mr Potter talked 

about his childhood. One of his earliest memories was being chosen with his 

brother Bertie who was two years older to go to London to watch the wedding of 

George V who was then The Duke of York. Mr Potter was quite a sickly child but 

he loved the outdoors and gardening. He admired the Knott garden at Glebe 

House. In 1911 Mrs Tindell decided to have a Flower Show for the village and he 

thought he would like to enter the show by creating a miniature knot garden on 

a plate. Mrs Tindell was very impressed with his entry and he won silver 

threepennybit. 

At age 13 he left school and was lucky enough to get a job helping the gardener 

at Glebe House. He loved the work and found he was quite good at growing 

flowers especially carnations, sweet peas and lavender. He also managed to grow 

strawberries by putting them in the green house over winter and when The Bishop 

of Norwich came to visit at Glebe House in April they were able to serve the 

strawberries that he had grown. 

The Gardener was gradually getting slower and slower and Mr Potter was doing most of the work himself so when the 

gardener sadly died Mr Potter was offered the job of gardener. Bertie had come back from the war after four year and was 

suffering from shell shock but he was also able to help out in the garden. 

He met his true love Rose, they got engaged and after they were married they moved into The Bothey which overlooked the 

knott garden and Rose was able to work in Glebe House. They lived there for several years and when Miss Violet died the house 

and grounds were sold and eventually new houses were built in the grounds. 

They were able to stay at The Bothey and he was able to tend 

to his beloved knot Garden. It was such a lovely story and Mr 

Potter was so expressive that we could almost smell the 

flowers and taste the strawberries. 

After his talk and the vote of thanks he answered our 

questions and then we were able to buy some beautiful 

miniature roses he was selling. It was then time for tea and 

homemade cakes. 

Milllwood WI participated in the SWF Christmas Fayre with a 

homemade cake stall and a raffle for two Christmas hampers 

plus a lucky dip for the children which all proved very popular. 

Forth Coming Events 

Instead of our usual post Christmas Dinner we are 

looking forward to having a Post Christmas lunch on 

31st January at Three Rivers 

On February 21st we have a theatre trip to see a 

matinee performance of ‘The Girl on the Train' 

at The Palace Theatre 

Our next meeting is on Wednesday 19th 

December at Champions Manor Hall 7.30pm for a 7.45pm start. Our speaker is Peter Jones with 

a talk titled ‘How I met Kylie Minogue. 

This is our Christmas Party so after our buffet we will be having Secret Santa. New members are 

always welcome. 

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OVER 800 SANTA’S RUN FOR FARLEIGH, RAISING 

THOUSANDS FOR THEIR LOCAL HOSPICE! 

Runners came from across mid Essex to join 

in the festive fun, all dressed up in their 

Santa suites. This family friendly event also 

saw dogs dressed up as Santa’s little 

helpers and children adorned their very 

own Santa hats. 

On Sunday 2nd December over 800 Santa’s descended on 

Central Park, Chelmsford, to take part in Farleigh Hospice’s 

annual ‘Santa Fun Run’. The Farleigh Santa’s have pledge to 

raise an incredible £29,000 in sponsorship. This money will be 

used to support people affected by any life-limiting illness, 

helping them to live as actively as possible from the point of 

diagnosis to the end of their lives by providing physical and 

emotional care, free of charge. 

Dominique Brunning, Fundraising 

Manager for Farleigh Hospice said: “This 

fantastically festive event seems to grow 

every year and we are always amazed and 

delighted by the array of Santa outfits. Our 

annual Santa fun run is the perfect way to 

kick start the Christmas celebrations and 

thanks to the amazing generosity of the 

local community we hope to raise £29,000. 

This money will be used to support people 

affected by any life-limiting illness, 

including lung disease, neurological 

conditions, heart failure and cancer. 

Whether you are ill, bereaved, or worried 

about someone who is, Farleigh Hospice is here for you. 

“I would also like to take this opportunity thank everyone who 

took part, our team of 68 amazing volunteers and our sponsors 

Tees (Legal and Financial Services).” 

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KEEPING SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS HEALTHY 

Your help is needed to monitor and influence the rapid changes that are taking place in an increasingly digital world. 

If you’re web literate, enjoy social media and have a few hours in the month to spare WE NEED YOU. 

If you’re passionate about obtaining the best NHS Service for our Town and have a little time to spare, WE ALSO NEED YOU. 

2019 will bring more health & social care needs for SWF people. Key matters will include: the Town’s new health hub; the impact of 

Universal Credit; increasing mental health issues; changes to community care; increasing need for residential care; and changes to 

acute hospital services. 

Historically SWF has played an active role in the involvement of patients and public with health & social care. The Patient Participation 

Groups and the SWF Health & Social Care Group now work closely together to cover all aspects of health & social care for everyone. 

A small number of volunteers do all this, supported by an administrator who receives a token honorarium. 

The volunteers have been doing this for many years, are getting older and have other increasing calls on their time but will continue 

with help. Our administrator has recently moved. 

To keep this going we need ‘new blood’! Specifically: 

• A few volunteers to help keep our involvement about health & social care going; and 

• A new administrator, working with our officers, to: 

• Promote & communicate what we do, know and find out 

• Use our website, social media, e-communications and local media including Focus 

• Use virtual methods 

• Organise activities & events 

Give an agreed small number of hours per week, for which we expect the token honorarium to continue. 

Amongst others this might suit someone able to work flexible time at home, possibly studying a relevant subject or skills and maybe 

with an interest in health & social care. 

If interested in helping please contact SWF Health & Social Care Group on swfhealthsocial@outlook.com or voicemail 01245 322079. 

SOUTH WOODHAM 



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ALL THAT jAZZ 

AT CHRISTMAS 

Get your jazz hands 

out and celebrate 

the festive season 

with live jazz at 

Chelmsford's Civic Theatre and 

Cramphorn Studio. 

The annual Xmas Jazz Night 

returns to give jazz lovers a 

Christmas treat over four shows 

from Thursday 20 to Saturday 

22 December in the Cramphorn 

Studio. Larry Berkovitz and Zak 

Barrett have put together some 

cool jazz vibes that will put the 

audience in the festive mood. 

Larry and Zak will be joined by 

the same musicians who made 

last years concerts such 

wonderful events, and will 

include Jamie Castell, Adam 

Mader and drummer Andy 

Frost. Previous concerts have 

sold out, so be sure to get your 

tickets well in advance. The 

performances will start at 8pm 

each night, with a 3pm matinee 

on Saturday. 

The Lunchtime Concerts 

continue every Wednesday in 

the Cramphorn Studio at 1pm 

and offer a delightfully relaxing 

interlude to the day. The 

lunchtime concerts are free, 

although a donation of £1 is 

suggested. Returning to the 

Cramphorn on Wednesday 12 

December, will be Deborah 

Aloba who will be playing music 

by Richard Strauss and Samuel 

Barber's Knowville. The 

Saxology Saxophone Quartet 

will be playing music composed 

and arranged by Jeffrey Wilson 

on Wednesday 19 December. 

To book tickets to see any of 

these events, visit 

www.chelmsford.gov.uk/theat 

res or call the Box Office on 

01245 606505.


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Insider Secrets To Help You Relax And Enjoy The Perfect Christmas And New Year! 

Kevin Barber Owner of Careclean, Carpet Cleaning Business has been established for over 34 years and will be writing 

our featured monthly column on Cleaning providing tips and guidance to keeping your home clean and healthy. 

Relatives Spilling Drinks! 

If Uncle Tom accidentally spills his drink on to the carpet, as with any drink spill the last thing you want to do is say ‘OH Don’t worry 

I’ll sort it out later’ just so you don’t make Uncle feel awful! If you do leave it till later it could be a problem to remove. Deal with it 

there and then, grab some kitchen towel and absorb the spillage into the towel. 

Always blot - don’t rub as rubbing could damage the fibres. You may need a detergent solution (a little water in bowl with just a few 

drops of washing-up liquid in it) – apply to area with clean cloth and tamper in (pat with brush). Next with a little fresh water in a 

hand sprayer, spray onto the area - just rinse and blot dry with kitchen towel. 

Do You Find Chocolate Finger Prints? 

Children of ‘all-ages’ love chocolate – and no Christmas would be the same without too much of it. Nevertheless, chocolate can be 

tricky to get out – so try to use smaller sweets with individual wrappers on them – anything to stop hot fingers from becoming in 

contact with the chocolate. 

If you do find a chocolate stain scrape off a much as you can with a blunt knife. Use a detergent solution, starting at the outer edge 

and tamper with a small brush (by raising it and letting it fall under it's own weight) and blotting dry. If the stain is still there repeat 

then flush with fresh water and blot dry. 

Christmas Dinner Still In The Carpet? 

Christmas dinner is probably the biggest and most important 

meal of the year. Often it’s shared with more friends and relatives 

around the one table then you’ve seen all year – so there’s bound 

to be a few little accidents. 

Always carry food to the table on trays and if you have young 

children try protecting the carpet under the table by laying 

something over it first. Again a plastic sheet, or an off cut of 

carpet will help to protect the carpet so you can enjoy the meal 

– whatever the little darlings may throw. 

Should something be trodden into the carpet then you will need 

to scrape up the majority using something like a blunt knife, be 

careful not to damage the pile by scrapping too hard. Use a 

detergent solution to apply over area using a damp towel blot 

the area until nothing more is transferred to the cloth. 

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TOWN COUNCIL NEWS 

PLANNING APPLICATIONS 

The following planning applications are to be considered by the 

Planning Committee at a meeting being held at 6.30pm on Tuesday 

18th December 2018 as part of the Town Council’s role as a 

consultee: 

18/01816/ADV Site At Crouch Vale Nurseries 

Burnham Road rararaInstallation of various signage consisting of 1 

internally illuminated totem, 4x internally illuminated signs, and 29x 

non-illuminated signs. 

18/05217/TPO The Spinnaker 

(T10) - Oak - Remove 4 low limbs on north and south sides of trunk. 

Remove deadwood. Crown reduction by up to 2m - Reason: To 

maintain the health of the tree and improve light into the property. 

18/01844/FUL 21 Reynolds Gate 

Single storey rear extension. 

18/01907/FUL Shaw Farm, Old Wickford Road 

The application relates to the installation of 14 no. CCTV cameras at 

Shaw Farm. 5 of the cameras are to be internal, 6 no. external 

cameras and 3 no. to be placed in the car park. 

18/01908/LBC Shaw Farm, Old Wickford Road 

The application relates to the installation of 14 no. CCTV cameras at 

Shaw Farm. 5 of the cameras are to be internal, 6 no. external 

cameras and 3 no. to be placed in the car park. 

18/01918/FUL McDonalds Restaurant Asda Stores 1 - 10 

Queen Elizabeth II Square. Proposed outside seating area with 

furniture and associated barriers. 

18/01910/FUL Land At Fenn Roundabout, Burnham Road 

Erection of drive through restaurant (Sui Generis Use comprising 

both Use Class A3 'Restaurant and Cafe' and Use Class A5 'Hot Food 

Takeaway') together with parking, landscaping and associated works 

including alterations to access and provision of pedestrian crossing 

on Burnham Road. 

18/01883/FUL 9 Fennfields Road 

Single storey rear extension. 

Correct up to 7th December 2018. Further applications may be 

received prior to the meeting. Please check the South Woodham 

Ferrers Town Council website www.southwoodhamferrerstc.gov.uk 

for a full list of planning applications due to be discussed at the 

Town Council Planning Committee Meeting. Chelmsford City Council 

is the principal planning authority; to check their website, please 

visit www.chelmsford.gov.uk/planning-and-building-control for 

further details. 

HALLS FOR HIRE AT CHAMPIONS MANOR HALL COMMUNITY 

CENTRE 

Are you planning a children’s birthday party, a celebration or 

fundraiser? The Halls are also ideal for regular group activities e.g. 

dance, exercise, Tai Chi, weight loss, art class. 

Champions Manor Hall has two modern, attractive halls with 

excellent facilities for hire for a variety of functions at very 

competitive rates. 

There are also two meeting rooms, ideal for training sessions and 

local group meetings. 

For further details, please contact Christine at the Town Council 

office on 01245 429442 

TO MEET YOUR TOWN COUNCILLOR 

Your Town Councillors play a vital part in representing the interests 

of the community, to improve quality of life and the local 

environment. 

Would you like to meet your Town Councillor? If you have a concern, 

need advice or you have any ideas, please call the Town Council 

office at Champions Manor Hall on 01245 321817 to make an 

appointment. 

Full details of Town Councillors and the Wards they represent can 

be found on the Town Council’s website - 

www.southwoodhamferrerstc.gov.uk 

SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS TOWN MAYOR 

If you would like to invite the Town Mayor Councillor Peter Wyatt to 

attend your event, please contact the Town Mayor’s Secretary 

Mrs Christine Revell by email at 

christine@southwoodhamferrerstc.gov.uk or on 01245 429442 to 

find out if he is available. 

RECYCLING BAGS 

The Town Council holds a supply of paper/cardboard/plastic/recycling 

bags and dog waste bags which can be obtained from Champions 

Manor Hall Community Centre (first floor) in Hullbridge Road from 

Monday to Friday 8.30am to 4.00pm. For food waste bags and a 

replacement recycling calendar, please contact Chelmsford City 

Council Recycling Department at 01245 615800. 

EVENTS DIARY 

All local groups, clubs and organisations please let us know if you 

are holding an event this year and we can help you publicise it on 

our EVENTS DIARY. Email or bring in the information to the Town 

Council office and we will upload the information to our web site. 

This also helps if you are planning an event to avoid any clashes of 

dates. 

CONTACT US 

South Woodham Ferrers Town Council opening hours are 

Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm, Friday 8.30am to 4pm. 

Champions Manor Hall booking enquiries, please contact Christine 

on 01245 429442 

Garden of Remembrance enquiries, please contact Karen Dean 

01245 429446 

General enquiries 01245 321817 

www.southwoodhamferrerstc.gov.uk 

We are situated at Champions Manor Hall Community Centre in 

Hullbridge Road on the first floor (lift available). 

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY – Meetings of the Town Council 

Tuesday 18th December 2018 at 6.30pm 

*Please note the time* Planning Committee 

Tuesday 18th December 2018 at 8pm – Environment Committee 

Tuesday 8th January 2019 at 8pm – Council Meeting 

Tuesday 29th January 2019 at 7pm – Planning Committee 

Tuesday 29th January 2019 at 8pm – Leisure Committee 

All meetings of the Council and its Committees are open to the 

public and take place at Champions Manor Hall Community Centre, 

Hullbridge Road. 

Agendas are displayed on the notice board in Champions Manor Hall 

Community Centre and are available at the Library, Trinity Square 

for three days before the meeting. Agendas and Minutes may also 

be viewed on the Town Council’s website or viewed at the Town 

Council Office at Champions Manor Hall Community Centre. 

SOUTH WOODHAM 





COPY DATES FOR THE FOCUS MAGAZINE 

CREATE A FAMILY HERITAGE bOOK 

If you have an entry for the Focus Magazine in 

December or over the Christmas and New Year 

holiday please send your entries in by the 

following dates: 

Issue 882 copy date 6th December 2018 

Issue 883/884 copy date 13th December 2018 

Issue 885 copy date 27th December 2019 

Thank you for your cooperation. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Join us at the Family History Group on 

Saturday 15th December 2018 

at South Woodham Ferrers Library 

from 1pm onwards. 

Using census records every ten years from 1841 to 1911 and the 

World War II registers of 1939 we can help you discover where 

your family lived, their occupations and the names of your great, 

great, ancestors. Use the information you find to create a family 

legacy. 

Above a page from a book about my family, the grandparents of 

Jane Evans. 

SOUTH WOODHAM 





Maldon District Council supporting great work being done by Abberton 

Rural Training for Maldon residents 

Maldon District Council through the livewell grant fund are supporting Abberton Rural Training (ART) for the 2019/20 period. 

Abberton Rural Training is an educational organisation that delivers a set of programmes of practical and skills training to 

residents of Essex and surrounding areas. 

The courses have a focus on supporting those living in rural locations who 

need help to access jobs, or further education and training, in the rural sector. 

Currently ART are supporting 16 Maldon District residents through various 

programmes and some of the skills that they have been learning and 

applying are demonstrated below. 

Not only are the sets of programmes giving residents practical and skills 

training but it is supporting their health and wellbeing too. Many residents 

are socially isolated and have not left their home for many years. 

ART builds relationships and works with these individuals which significantly 

benefits their health. 

To find out more information about ART go to: 

http://www.abbertonruraltraining.org/about.html 

Cllr Bob Boyce MBE, Chairman of the Council’s Community Services Committee, said: “There is some fantastic work ongoing 

between Maldon District residents and Abberton Rural Training. The residents are learning and being equipped with skills that 

will not only increase their career prospects but will make a very positive impact on their health and wellbeing too.” 

TWO PROSECUTED AFTER FLY-TIPS 

Two people have been fined for offences under the 

Environmental Protection Act 1990 after their household waste 

was dumped on the roadside. 

On 21 August, a report was received that Bobbie-Louise Sullivan, 

of Kings Road, Chelmsford, had left a pile of household waste 

including nappies and food waste in the street outside a 

neighbour’s house. The case went to Colchester Magistrates 

Court on Thursday 1 November 2018, where Ms Sullivan pleaded 

not guilty to offences of fly-tipping and breaching a Section 108 

requirement to attend the Council’s offices for interview. She 

was found guilty and fined £480, plus a victim surcharge of £48, 

court costs of £400 and £220 for failure to attend. 

Earlier in the year during March, the Council received reports of 

two fly-tips in Danbury: one in Spring Elms Lane and the other in 

Backwarden Nature Reserve. Evidence was retrieved from both 

fly-tips relating to Karen Vidler of Chaucer Road, Havering. 

Ms Vidler stated in interview that she had passed her waste to 

someone but could not remember who and could not account 

for how the items became fly-tipped. On 8 November, Ms Vidler 

was prosecuted for failing to uphold her duty of care. Pleading 

guilty, she received a fine totalling £610. 

In Chelmsford, any waste not placed into a black bin cannot be 

collected by the Council. Councillor Malcolm Sismey, Cabinet 

Member for Waste Management & Recycling, explains, 

““Household recycling centres, registered waste carriers and 

household collections all exist so that there is no need to 

abandon our waste in places where it creates a nuisance for 

others and a danger to wildlife. Irresponsible disposal of 

household waste also comes at a cost to taxpayers – we spend 

around £1.4 million each year clearing the streets of litter and 

fly-tips. 

"The black bin is only for non-recyclable waste and should easily 

be enough for two weeks. If everyone left their rubbish outside 

of the bin, it would attract wildlife who tear the bags open and 

quickly become unpleasant for neighbours, which is why most 

councils now discourage it.” 

Councillor Susan Sullivan, Cabinet Member for Safer 

Communities, says, "Chelmsford City Council always prosecutes 

where we find evidence that someone has fly-tipped waste. If 

you aren’t sure what to do with your rubbish, please call us for 

advice – don’t fly-tip and don’t give it to an unlicensed carrier or 

you could end up facing a fine.” 

If you have an unusual amount of waste, for example after a 

house move, you can take it to your nearest Recycling Centre for 

Household Waste. If you need to hire a third party, ask them to 

provide you with your full address and phone number, check that 

they have a licence issued by the Environment Agency or Natural 

Resources Wales, and always get a receipt to protect you if they 

dump your waste illegally. You can check the Environment 

Agency’s public register of all licensed waste carriers at 

https://environment.data.gov.uk. 

For help and advice or to order recycling containers, visit 

www.chelmsford.gov.uk/recycling. 

SOUTH WOODHAM 





When thoughts of Christmas shopping are frightful, our garden centre is 

so delightful! 

Buckhatch Nursery and Garden Centre for all your festive needs! Pick up a 

poinsettia, top up on tinsel, or find that perfect Christmas gift for your friends 

and family. 

There are gift ideas for all the family including a huge selection of home and 

bath treats from well known brands such as Yankee Candle, Stoneglow, 

WoodWick, Heathcote and Ivory, Sara Miller & Bomb Cosmetics. We even 

have Yankee Candle, Kath Kidston & Bomb Cosmetic advent calendars so 

why not treat yourself on the countdown to Christmas Day! 

Christmas would not be Christmas without a Christmas tree? Our fresh cut 

trees have been specially delivered and are waiting to be taken home. We 

also have a beautiful selection of tree decorations. We have products from 

Gisela Graham and something for everyone’s colour scheme and style! 

Don’t forget our beautiful holly wreaths, grave posies, table decorations 

and pine wreaths, all the items you need to complete your perfect 

Christmas, all ready for you to take home and spread festive cheer! There is 

also Christmas planted arrangements, and a new delivery of British grown 

poinsettias, there really is everything you need for Christmas at Buckhatch 

Nursery and Garden Centre! 

Who doesn’t like to have some extra special treats at Christmas time? There is a large selection of festive fayre, delicious treats, alcoholic 

beverages and premium Gin & Whiskey, everything all under the one roof. You see we cater for everyone. Gifts for all those loved ones 

and something for all ages, even some gifts to help Santa fill his sleigh for those little ones, and if all that sounds exhausting you can always 

wine and dine in our licensed restaurant or just sit and enjoy a cup of coffee and slice of homemade cake. 

Buckhatch Nursery and Garden Centre are open 

Monday- Saturday : 9am-5pm, and Sundays: 9:30am-4pm. 

For further enquiries, please call: 01245 400360 

20% OFF 

Xmas Decorations 

with any cut tree 

East Haningfield Rd, Chelmsford. CM3 8EW 

Tel: 01245 400360 

Mon - Sat: 9am-5pm, and Sundays: 9:30am-4pm 

www.bhngardencentre.co.uk 

@bhngardencentre 

SOUTH WOODHAM 



16 

CONGRATULATIONS 

Congratulations to Reece & Lauren on the 

birth of their beautiful son. 

Love from Mum, Dad, Gareth, Lisa & Phoebe 

xx 

Gadjet hope you enjoyed your 4th birthday 

on the 9th of December, lots of love and 

hugs and cuddles from all your family xxxx 

Please could you wish Den Morris a 

Happy 70th Birthday, on the 18th 

December with love from wife Jan 

and all the family, Bryan, Angie, 

Sharon, Scott, Beckie, Hannah, 

Sammy and Johnny. Xxxxxxx 

Happy 4th Birthday Ralphy. 

ove from all your family. Xx 

Happy Birthday Sofia, darling girl, love


CONGRATULATIONS 



Happy 3rd birthday to my gorgeous boys. 

Every day I have with you is a blessing. I am 

so proud of you. I love you both more than 

the ‘sun, moon and stars...’ Lots of love, 

cuddles and kisses always. Mummy xxxxxxxx 

Happy 18th Birthday Charlie. 

Have an amazing day! 

Love you lots, Mum, Paul, Aimee, Tom, 

Lily & Alex xxxx 

Happy 2nd Birthday to our gorgeous 

boy Freddie! We all love you to the 

moon and back. 

All our love Mummy, Daddy, Tom, 

Nanny and Grandad xxxx 

Happy 9 th birthday to these amazing two 

Lenni & Jude on the 17 th . All our love mum 

& dad xxx 

Happy 40th birthday Tarawa.Lol 

Bunny Warrens & Jan & Dad xxx 

4th December 

Quinn and Ryan are 6! 

Happy birthday to you our handsome , 

smart , funny and incredible boys 

We are so proud of you both 

Lots of love 

Mummy, Daddy and big brother Alex xxx 

Happy birthday to 

you gorgeous 

Ryan !! 6 years old 

on the 18th, you 

are such a little 

treasure and we 

love you all the 

numbers and back 

.Mummy, Dad and 

Alex xxx 

Happy 6th birthday to you Quinn for 

the 18th December ! You are the love 

of our lives !Have a great birthday , 

love Mummy, Daddy and Alex xxxx 

email: birthdays@swfocus.co.uk




Over to 

you... 

Proposed Medical Centre 

Dear Editor, 

We have heard a fair amount about the proposed medical centre 

in the new Sainsbury supermarket complex. Apart from the 

dubious wisdom of locating the entire medical services of a 

moderately sized town in the premises of a commercial entity 

who may just decide to "up-sticks", it occured to me that the 

only possible benefit to the users of the services there would be 

if the actual funds per patient, after operating costs, increased. 

It's by no means clear that this will be the case, but even if it is, 

how would this funding compare to the national average? 

Regards, 

Carole Sherrington 

Greenwood Surgery patient. 

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year! 

WOW what a year we have had! 

I cannot begin to tell you how proud I am of Georgie and how 

well he has embraced the changes happening to him, DMD is 

part of Georgie not all of Georgie! He lives life to the full and 

that is all thanks to every single wonderful person who has 

helped him do just that in 2018. He is cheeky, kind, caring and 

lovable as is his twin sister Lili-Jane. 

Lili-Jane makes me proud every single day she is such a 

wonderful sister, she loves Georgie so much she cares plays 

cuddles and fights with him every day like any other family but 

like she says he's MY Georgie and I love him! 

As most of you know we support many other charities along our 

journey: Action Duchenne, Muscular Dystrophy UK, Little Havens 

Hospice for Children, Farleighs Hospice, Crohns & Colitus, Dog 

Trust, Cat Protection, Breast Cancer Research & Essex Air 

Ambulance and in 2018 combined we have raised in the region 

of £5,000. 

2019 is going to be a big year for Georgie as he will leave 

St Josephs school and head for WDF he is very excited to embrace 

a new challange and can’t wait for Design and tech! I am very 

proud of how Georgie has achieved so much at St Josephs and 

will be very sad to leave. 

We as a family will continue to fund raise for Georgie and our 

listed charities in 2019 and would be so grateful for your 

continued love and support as honestly I would buckle without 

my focus to help, as Georgie's parents we often feel helpless as 

we cannot stop DMD medically but we can give him and others 

a life worth living! 

Lastly a really big thank you to the FOCUS for supporting us with 

printing etc! what a great team - thank you! xxx 

If you have any donations for me of clothes, shoes, handbags, 

towels, dvds, cds, teddies, unwanted gifts, please call me on 

07933 233012 or send me a message on facebook. 

Love & Thanks always! 

Wishing you all a happy and healthy Christmas and 2019! 

TJ xxxx 

SOUTH WOODHAM 





LADIES SHOW SUPPORT AT ‘bRA’ CHRISTMAS LUNCH 

Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA), the charity that supports 

patients through breast reconstruction, celebrated the end of 

another great year. 

Every year, the charity organises a lunch to raise funds to help 

educate nurses, buy specialised garments and offer psychological 

support to patients who are going through a mastectomy. 

Guests were also treated to an exclusive Christmas market 

featuring stalls from local artisan makers selling handbags, 

jewellery, chocolates, cards, candles and festive gifts. 

Event organiser Annette Palmer, healthcare support worker in 

the Breast Reconstruction nursing team, said: “This year’s lunch 

has been brilliant! Through ticket sales, raffle prizes and a 

massive donation, we raised a staggering £3,000. 

“It’s such a privilege to organise this event, I love it. The lunch 

gives us an opportunity to invite and say thank you to our Show 

and Tell ladies. They come once or twice a month to talk to the 

new ladies about their experience and what they went through. 

They are a vital part of the charity. 

“I’m so proud of what we do, and what we have achieved since 

the charity started 14 years ago.” 

The Breast Reconstruction nursing team in the St. Andrews 

Plastics Centre at Broomfield Hospital have treated thousands of 

patients across Mid Essex. They provide extra support above and 

beyond what the Trust can provide through government 

funding. 

The following business donated a percentage of their sales 

during the event: Aston Green Interiors, Mrs. Button’s Handmade 

Chocolates, Barbara Kilbey Cards, Abigail’s Lifestyle & 

Delicatessen, Anne Graystone, and Elan Candles. 

Thanks also to Asha Laurence for her beautiful singing and our 

hosts the Channels Estate for such a magical afternoon. 

Christmas Celebrations at Holy Trinity Church 

Sunday 16th December 

3rd Sunday of Advent 

8.45 a.m. Advent 3 Roman Catholic Mass – 

Gaudate Sunday 

10.00 a.m. Anglican Sunday Club Nativity Service 

11.15 a.m. Methodist Communion Service 

Tuesday 18th December 

2.00 p.m. Traditional Carol Service 

7.00 p.m. Town Carol Service 

You are invited and will be warmly welcomed 

at any of the above services and activities. 

The picture (right) was kindly drawn for us by Natalie Brown, Year 6. 

SOUTH WOODHAM 



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SOUTH WOODHAM TEA DANCE GROUP 

! 

! 

TRADITIONAL CAROL 

SERVICE 

Holy Trinity Church 

Trinity Square, CM3 5JX 

2pm 

Tuesday 18 th December! 

All welcome 

Tea & biscuits after the service 

! 

Charles Garnish hands 

over a special Christmas 

present. 

8 years ago Khianna was born to a 

mother who was a heroin addict and 

who used throughout her pregnancy. 

As a result Khianna is severely 

disabled, she will never be able to walk 

and her hands are also affected. She 

also suffers severe muscle 

underdevelopment leaving her very 

weak. Khianna’s grandparents were 

given custody at three months old and 

they have brought Khianna up as their 

own daughter. Unfortunately 18 

months ago Grandad was diagnosed with terminal cancer and 

in April this year he passed away leaving Khianna and Nanny. 

They live in a two bedroom house with all the facilities upstairs, 

meaning Nanny at 77 has to carry Khianna up the stairs to the 

bathroom. They have managed to arrange a swap through the 

local authority for a ground floor flat, but the flat is in need of 

some TLC. 

The Tea Dance Group have donated the materials to lay 

wheelchair friendly flooring throughout the flat and the paint to 

redecorate, and a Woodham builder and his team are donating 

their labour to carry out the works. Unfortunately many children 

are affected in many different ways because of drug abuse by 

their parents, it’s yet another social problem that needs 

attention. But we are hoping this will help make life a little 

easier for Khianna and her Nanny. 

Strictly may be coming to an end for this year but South 

Woodham Tea Dances continue monthly throughout the year, so 

If you fancy some Ballroom, Latin or Sequence dancing please 

come along. All our profits are used to help others in less 

fortunate circumstances, small things can make a big difference. 

Our next dance is on the 20th January 2019 at the Village Hall, 

for more information call Derek on 07790 292403. 

Mon-Fri: 09:00 - 17:30 

Tue: 09:00 - 19:30 

Sat-Sun: 11:00 - 15:00 

YOUR 

local computer shop 

Tel: 01245 426 163 | Email: info@ahead4.com 

117 Hullbridge Road, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5LL 

www.ahead4.com 

SOUTH WOODHAM 





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022 South South Woodham Focus 

Peace on earth 

Are you a ‘BOB’ (Bored Of Brexit), or a ‘SOB’ (Sick Of Brexit)? I guess if you are either of 

these you’ve seen the ‘B’ word (twice) in the first sentence and stopped reading! I am 

both a ‘BOB’ and ‘SOB’, but I confess I am a bit of an addict to Brexit news – it’s the only 

soap opera I watch. 

As I write I am preparing for the Christmas special – the meaningful vote – there’s always 

a cliff-hanger at Christmas. Advent is a time of preparation for another cliff hanger – the 

coming of Jesus. In church our Advent readings remind us of two things: 1) His coming has been foretold by 

the prophets and 2) He will come into a world of conflict and there will be more mayhem to come. They got 

that right for sure. It is not only in the UK that things are in turmoil. Look at Yemen, weather related disasters. 

Global warming… You could be forgiven for thinking that the signs of the end times are right on our door step. 

But the coming of Jesus gives us insight to a bigger picture. The picture that is God’s love for his creation. 

Personally, I take comfort in the fact that the chaos in our world has been foretold – and God’s answer was also 

foretold, the coming of Jesus to show us a better way. And like events in our world today, the coming of the 

saviour was not the end of the troubles, but the start of another challenge to make his love known. 

Many of the events we read about tell us that we have not done enough to bring about the Peace on Earth 

that he came to bring. So, if you can’t see a way through the current crises – step back and think of the bigger 

picture. Troubles come and go, but God’s love for us is a constant. In these turbulent times, we could focus 

on showing a little love to each other. Maybe, just maybe, if THIS is our focus, that bigger picture of Peace on 

Earth, could become our reality. 

SW Christian Council 

SOUTH WOODHAM 



0South Woodham Focus 


CHELMSFORD FOODbANK THANKS PUbLIC FOR SUPPORT IN RAISING 

OVER £20,0000 IN CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN 

Chelmsford Foodbank has raised almost £24,000 in a crowdfunding campaign to purchase a new van with which to transport food 

between its warehouse and distribution centres. 

Chelmsford Foodbank launched its crowdfunding campaign in July of this year to coincide with its 6th anniversary. The aim was to 

raise £15,000 to replace an aging and unreliable van. Thanks to the support of the public, the Foodbank has been able to purchase 

a van and put funds towards the ongoing running costs. 

The van is a vital part of the Foodbank operation, enabling the transportation of food between the warehouse and centres and also 

facilitating the collection of larger donations. When it became clear that it would need to be replaced, Chelmsford Foodbank team 

decided to enlist the support of the public through a crowdfunding campaign. This was launched in July and was promoted weekly 

for eight weeks through Facebook, gaining the support of Essex Live who visited and produced a film promoting the campaign. 

When the Give. Net webpage was taken down at the beginning of October, almost £24,000 had been raised. Chelmsford Foodbank 

have been overwhelmed by the kindness of the people of Chelmsford and want to express their sincere thanks to the public for their 

incredible generosity. 

Ruth Leverett, Project Manager said, ‘We are often impacted by the generosity of the public in Chelmsford as donations come in 

throughout the year but we have really been overwhelmed at the response to our recent crowdfunding campaign enabling us to 

purchase a decent van. Our heartfelt thanks and gratitude go to those who have given and who have supported us throughout. This 

will enable us to continue to provide emergency food to those struggling in our city with food poverty.’ 

Chelmsford Foodbank 

opened at the Waterfront 

Place on July 16th 2012 and 

now comprises of five 

distribution centres across 

Chelmsford and a warehouse. 

The Foodbank is dependent 

on the generosity of the 

public. Since Chelmsford 

Foodbank started, the public 

have given over 170 tonnes of 

food and given out over 

18,000 3-days supplies of 

emergency food. They 

currently have over 100 

volunteers working in the 

distribution centres, 

warehouse and doing office 

tasks and were finalists in 

Essex County Council’s, Who 

will care? Awards 2017 for the 

category of Volunteer team 

award. In addition, the 

Foodbank has pioneered 

“More Than Food” 

programmes, 4families, a 

holiday club, which provides 

meals and activities for 

families who would normally 

receive free school meals 

during term time and Eat 

Well Spend Less, a cookery 

and budgeting course to 

support struggling families. 

ROTARY CLUB OF SOUTH WOODHAM 

FERRERS 

SANTA’S 

ANNUAL VISIT 

DECEMBER 2018 

• Saturday 1st Dec 

Celeborn Street, all roads off, Thorins Gate, 

Gladden Fields. part Inchbonnie Rd 

• Sunday 2nd Dec 

Gandalfs Ride, all roads off plus Crickhollow 

• Monday 3rd Dec 

Marsh Farm Rd, Ormsby Chine and all 

roads off, Dawberry Place, Drywoods, 

Bulbecks Walk 

• Tuesday 4 th Dec 

Victoria Road, Coburg Pl, Carrisbrook Dve, 

Albert Rd 

• Wednesday 5 th Dec 

Finchland View, Littlecroft, Hullbridge Rd 

South, Pintolls, Chamberlains Ride 

• Thursday 6 th Dec 

The Chase, Manor Rd,Elm Rd, Fennfields 

• Friday 7 th Dec 

King Edwards Rd,Whitehouse Rd, 

Eastbridge Rd. 

• Saturday 8 th Dec 

Brent Ave, Hamberts Rd and all roads off 

Where did your money go last 

year? 

Action for Family Carers 

Dictionaries for Schools 

Medical Detection Dogs 

Rotary Club Local Good Causes 

Hi Folks, 

As you know, each year the Rotary Club brings 

me and my friendly Snowmen round the streets 

on my sleigh to collect for various charities. 

Please take a note of when we’ll be in your 

street, weather permitting, so you don’t miss us! 

6.00-8.00 Weekdays 

5.00-8.00 Weekends 

• Sunday 9 th Dec 

Champions Way, Pertwee Dr. Mt Pleasant Rd 

Hullbridge Rd, Guys Farm Rd, 

Orchard Pl, The Laurels 

• Monday 10 th Dec 

Longfield Rd, Downleaze, Overmead Dr, 

Saltcoats, Clements Green Lane 

• Wednesday12 th Dec 

Spinnaker, Anchor Reach, Leeward Rd, 

Carron Mead, Windward Way, Broughton 

Rd, Blackwood Chine, Starboard View 

• Thursday 13 th Dec 

Abbotsleigh Rd, Leighlands, Roding Leigh, 

Crouch Beck 

• Friday14th Dec 

Thornborough Ave, Benbow Drive, Hallowell 

Down. 

• Saturday 15th Dec 

Creekview Road, Cornwallis Dr, Bickerton 

Point, Collingwood Rd, 

If you miss us please 

send your donations to: 

SWF Rotary Club 

23, Beatty Rise 

SWF, 

CM3 5YQ 

SOUTH WOODHAM 



FOCUS ON HEALTH 



HAPPY ENDING: Organ donation is something we intend to sign up for 

but all too often forget. Perhaps we should think of it as 'recycling' as 

that's in vogue at the moment - and, as with recycling, there are 

increasing numbers of uses to which the various parts of the body can be 

put. 

The latest is the transplantation of a womb (which we docs call a uterus, 

forgetting that 'womb' is a perfectly good word.) This womb was taken 

from a woman who'd had children and subsequently (and 

unconnectedly) died of a cerebral haemorrhage – and it was 

transplanted into a woman who, according to BBC news, had "Mayer- 

Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome, which affects about one in every 

4,500 women and results in the vagina and uterus/womb failing to form 

properly. However, her ovaries were fine." 

After the transplanted womb had 'bedded in' eggs were taken from her 

ovaries which, as I say, were in good shape, they were fertilised in vitro 

and were implanted into the donated womb. A successful pregnancy 

ensued and a healthy baby was born. 

This technique has been used successfully in the past BUT has been 

successful only with close relatives donating the organ. So, for example, 

a young woman was given her own mother's womb (in other words - 

the womb in which she, herself, started life) in order that she could have 

a child of her own. How weird is that? Weird and wonderful! 

The 10 previous transplants from a 'dead donor' failed - so all the more 

reason to celebrate this long awaited success. 

This is not a technique to be embarked on lightly – the surgery takes 

some seven to ten hours (depending on which report you read) and it is 

necessary to take anti-rejection drugs thereafter – but it does seem to 

give those who are desperate to bear a child but are born without a 

womb (or find themselves without one) the opportunity to do so. 

TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY! It's also the season to take care on the 

roads - as there's nothing jolly about the untimely demise of someone 

involved in a road traffic accident - particularly when that someone is a 

young person. The World Health Organisation (WHO) says that "Road 

traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young 

adults aged 5-29 years (most of these occurring in low- and middleincome 

countries.) 

SAD NEWS - Steve's Garage in the Old Wickford Rd will shortly have to 

stop providing petrol for its loyal customers. This place is an institution - 

it's been here even longer than I have. Motor vehicles were fairly 

rudimentary back then, of course, and a man with a red flag had to walk 

in front of them. Throughout the years, it's always been a place where 

you went, not just for petrol and nefarious bits and pieces - you went 

there to be cheered up. And if there was a petrol shortage he made sure 

the GPs had enough to do their visits. I wish Steve and his family well - 

and will continue to pop in for old times' sake - and for those marvellous 

bones that keep the dogs busy for days. Lovely job! 

CURES IN THE NEWS. Cannabis oil has hogged the headlines recently 

and, given that journalists tend to classify medication as either a 'miracle 

cure' or a 'killer drug', the publicity has given the impression that it will 

cure anything and everything. It won’t of course - but it is helpful in 

carefully selected cases. I used a pharmacology textbook in my student 

days which was written by 'Laurence' ... he was a pharmacologist with a 

sense of humour (a rare breed). There was a graph showing the way 

attitudes change to drugs over time. New drugs are initially greeted with 

scepticism (and their 'inventers' are told they're bonkers – then each one 

is exalted as a cure-all but, as soon as side effects such as agranulocytocis 

(a serious blood condition) start appearing, the drug is written off: "I 

wouldn't give it to a dog!" Eventually it finds its place - it is shown to be 

of benefit in a relatively small number of carefully chosen cases. 

Sometimes much the same applies to old drugs that are found to have 

new uses. 

We are coming up to that time of year when there have traditionally 

been more drunk drivers on the road so the message is clearly (a) don’t 

drink and drive – and (b) even if you haven’t been drinking behave as if 

all the other road users have. In other words, be super-cautious. 

The WHO warns against driving under the influence of alcohol and other 

psychoactive substances (such as 'recreational drugs') as this increases the 

risk of a crash that results in death or serious injuries. 

The WHO doctor (i.e. Dr WHO) says: "In the case of drink-driving, the risk 

of a road traffic crash starts at low levels of blood alcohol concentration 

(BAC) and increases significantly when the driver's BAC is ≥ 0.04 g/dl. In 

the case of drug-driving, the risk of incurring a road traffic crash is 

increased to differing degrees depending on the psychoactive drug used. 

For example, the risk of a fatal crash occurring among those who have 

used amphetamines is about 5 times the risk of someone who hasn't." 

As I've mentioned previously there are also more liver deaths amongst 

the young – and alcohol is the principal cause of these. It’s not the sort 

of message you really want to hear in the run-up to Christmas – but 

please don’t shoot the messenger. Research led by the University of 

Michigan and published this year, underlines the fact that deaths due to 

liver disease are on the rise in the U.S., and researchers warn that alcohol 

use is to blame. Cirrhosis deaths have increased by 65 percent, and 

alcohol use is a prominent cause of late-stage liver disease. The highest 

average increase in cirrhosis-related deaths per year was seen among 

YOUNG adults, at an approximately 10.5 percent rise each year, 

according to Medical News Today. I'm told the same trend can be seen in 

the UK resulting in much wailing and gnashing of teeth among the liver 

doctors. 

To make 100% sure that I've completely ruined the Christmas spirit for 

you (they don't call me Dr Grinch for nothing you know), here's another 

bit of bad news. Drug deaths are also on the rise - for example Vice 

reports that: "Between 2016 and 2017, the number of recorded cocainerelated 

deaths increased for the sixth year running, from 371 to 432. Of 

these cocaine deaths, a significant number are thought to be related to 

the use of crack cocaine." So - just say "NO" ... unless you're middle class 

in which case you should say: "No, thank you." 

What has made less of the splash is some brilliant work that came out of 

Cambridge – finding the genes that are responsible for rare diseases and 

cancers (both of which are strongly linked to changes in DNA.) This opens 

the door to finding treatments that are tailored specifically to the disease 

in question. 

Fergus Walsh reports for the BBC: "Scientists in Cambridge have 

completed the world's largest gene sequencing project in healthcare - 

which brings hope of better understanding of diseases and faster 

diagnosis. People with rare diseases, their family members and cancer 

patients took part. Genomics England described the project as 

"transformational in what it means to society and humanity". 

He goes on to say: "One in four participants with rare diseases received 

a diagnosis for the first time. Until now, parents of children with rare 

genetic conditions typically spent years trying to find out the cause. The 

100,000 Genomes Project has ended this "diagnostic odyssey" for many 

families, and in some cases, led to effective treatments." 

FW talks briefly about "Hana Young's daughter Tilly, aged six, who has 

a disorder which causes delayed development and seizures." She "had 

her genome sequenced, along with both her parents." From this a 

diagnosis and treatment emerged. Hana says: "She is communicating, 

full of life, her epilepsy is gone and she is no longer violent," 

The genome sequencing has been carried out at the Wellcome Sanger 

Institute, near Cambridge, and they have got so good at it now that the 

price is tumbling ... so much so that the day when this can be used as a 

'routine test' within the NHS is in sight ... although, given the mess the 

NHS is in at the moment, you'll need some pretty powerful binoculars to 

see it. 

This is something that is likely to have widespread applications for ever 

and a day - so how's that for a bit of good news to end on! 

Dr John 

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DING DONG MERRILY: WANDERERS REACH THE 

QUARTER FINAL ON A HIGH 

South Woodham Ferrers United under 14 Wanderers find themselves in unfamiliar territory: the quarter finals of a cup competition, 

after a decisive victory over Corinthians. In contrast to league form, Wanderers are performing well in the cup and opened brightly 

with Will’s trademark long-range free kick putting them ahead as the ball skipped through a crowded defence. This provoked some 

rather robust commentary from a small but vocal selection of the away supporters, which rather tarnished the positive Wanderers 

vibe. Taking his turn in goal, Charlie W was out quickly to fend the ball away under a rare burst of Corinthians pressure. At the other 

end, Jacob had a long shot saved, before Daniel made a penetrating run down the wing to give Harrison the means to make an 

exquisite cross, which Freddie latched onto drawing a foul in the box. Confusion ensued: Tom’s resulting penalty was palmed out by 

the keeper but Daniel was quickest to respond and seemed to have scored. However the linesman advised the referee that players 

had been encroaching. Rather than retake the penalty as the referee later commented would have been the right decision, a goal 

kick was awarded, much to the bemusement of the Wanderers’ boys and disappointment of Daniel, who rarely gets so far forwards. 

Jacob had another shot saved, then Harvey’s powerful defensive clearance set up Harrison, who put the ball over the bar. Jacob’s next 

shot rebounded off a well-placed defender before Tom’s corner was headed in by Alfie for Wanderers’ second, which Tom quickly 

followed up by one of his own to put the reds three up at half time. 

Mack donned the purple shirt and gloves for a second half goal keeping debut and started brightly to save a free kick, but could do 

little to stop Corinthian’s opener, turned in from a lengthy throw in. Harrison put another shot over the bar before, in the driving 

rain, all seemed to be going wrong as Corinthians sneaked in another goal. In a tense period of play, Alfie shot over the bar, Will and 

Luke needed to be strong at the back as the opposition pressed forwards, while Freddie, Bobby and Matthew were steely in midfield. 

With the small, vocal group now upping hostile comments directed towards the referee, Wanderers’ players and parents, Clare’s plea 

that “we could do with another one” was instantly rewarded by Jacob, whose beefy shot from outside the area looped over the 

keeper to put Wanderers 4-2 up. Not quite satisfied with the score-line, Tom’s precise free kick found Charlie W’s head to make it five 

goals. And yes, in response to the irate query, we ARE proud of our boys, thank you. Quarter finals here we come… 

Squad: Alfie, Bobby, Charlie R (side-lined but on the mend), Charlie W, Daniel, Freddie, Harrison, Harvey, Jacob, Luke, Mack, Matthew, 

Tom, Will 

MISSING NUMbER 

What is the missing number in this series? 

CHRISTMAS SERVICES AT HOLY TRINITY CHURCH, 

TRINITY SQUARE, CM3 5JX – 2018 

Monday 24 th December at 4.00pm 

Crib Service – all are welcome to come and remember the wonderful 

Christmas Story 

Monday 24 th December Christmas Eve 

6.00pm Roman Catholic Mass at SWF 

8.00pm Roman Catholic Mass at SWF 

10.00pm Roman Catholic Mass at Danbury 

11.00 for 11.30pm Joint Anglican and Methodist 

Midnight Eucharistic Service 

46, 10, 82 

29, 11, 47 

96, 15, 78 

54, 9, 72 

42, ??, 15 

The missing number is 6. 

The middle number of each set of three is the sum of the didits in 

the numbers either side of it. 

Tuesday 25 th December Christmas Day 

8.45am Roman Catholic Mass SWF 

10.15am Joint Methodist and Anglican Eucharistic Service 

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DIRECTORY 

South Woodham Focus Email: swfocus@maypolepress.com Tel: 01245 426 555 

Important Telephone Numbers 

Police Station non emergencies 101 or 0300 333 4444 

Fire Station 0300 303 0088 

Neighbourhood Watch 

(contact via the Police Stn above) 

Town Council Champions Manor Hall Community Centre 321817 

Leisure Centre (SWF Swimming Pool) 605600 

Village Hall 325568 

Library 0345 603 7628 

Volunteer Centre Chelmsford 250731 

Community Transport 477750 

‘Dial A Ride’ 9.30am - 4.45pm 

Post Office 324066 

Food Allergy Testing 

Food Allergy Testing Ltd 426032 

Jan Taylor Dip AIT, Holistic Centre 325312 

Healthcare 

Health Clinic 0300 3032619 

NHS Direct 111 

Dr Susan Matthew, Kingsway Surgery 321391 

Anson Close Surgery 328040 

Brickfields Surgery 328855 

Dr J Cormack 426898 

Chemists 

Govani Chemist 321910 

(Sunday & Bank Holidays 10am - 12pm) 

Village Pharmacy 320344 

Dentists 

Oakland Dental Care (Dr. H Chaudry) 328451 

(Brickfields) 328060 

Counsellors 

Bill Bliss Hypno/Psychotherapist 426414 

Marriage Care 0800 389 3801 

Joanne Calcott Counselling 07795 175550 

Osteopaths 

Graham Hiscott Osteopath & Cranial Osteopath 01702 584400 

Stuart Garlick Osteopaths 200323 

Physiotherapist 

Essex Physiotherapist Clinic 325037 

Ben Farrell 615051 

Sports Massage Therapist 

Kathryn Taylor 07989 430541 

Homeopath 

Jan Taylor Homeopath 325312 

Joy Bliss 426414 

Taxis and Minibuses 

Happicabs SWF (24hr Taxis) 01245 321 321 

Senior Meals on Wheels 

Senior Meals on Wheels Service The Eatery 322263 

Natural Healing Centres 

Spinal & Natural Healthcare Centre 333900 

Schools 

Collingwood Primary 322258 

Elmwood Primary 321301 

St Joseph’s Catholic Primary 321828 

St Mary’s Primary (Aided) Woodham Ferrers Village 320505 

Trinity St Mary’s (Aided) 321711 

Woodville Primary 321755 

William de Ferrers 326326 

Vets 

Blaircourt Pet Clinic 324437 

Crouch Vale Vets 807518 

Churches 

Evangelical Church 07375936840 

Church of England 322134 

Christ the King Church, RCCG. 07538097421 

Methodist Church 01621 853423 

New Life Church 01245 321188 

Roman Catholic Church 324138 

Riverside Church 426511 

Salvation Army 01268 768803 

Woodham Ferrers Congregational Church 01702 551950 

St Mary’s Church Woodham Ferrers. 

contact Church Warden, Sharon Hutton Mayson 01234 328480 

Religious Centres 

Mid Essex Buddhist Centre 07936 534546 

South Woodham Councillors 

Chetwood Ward 

Donna Eley, Ashley John, Bob Massey, Alan Shearring 

Collingwood Ward 

Peter Ferry, Anne Humphrey, Malcolm Sismey, 

Christine Weir-Ewing and Richard Weir-Ewing 

Elmwood Ward 

Jackie Birch, Sam Coley, Lisa Kelly, Martyn Lobar 

and Murrough O’Brien 

Woodville Ward 

Keith Bentley, Kevin Golding, Ian Roberts and Peter Wyatt 

South Woodham Ferrers City Councillors 

Elmwood & Woodville Ward 

Linda Denston, Bob Denston, Tricia Hughes 

Chetwood & Collingwood Ward 

Ashley John, Bob Massey, Malcolm Sismey 

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bILLbOARD 

FIRE/WOODBURNER SET. 

Wrought iron stand with 

brush/log lifter/poker/dust pan. 

Quality set. Can send photo by 

email if required. £25. 01245 

327591. SWF 

FOR SALE. Electric hedge 

trimmer. Qualcast Hedgemaster. 

15" cutter. Very good condition. 

£20. 01245 327591. SWF 

FOR SALE 

Mens adidas Astros, barely 

worn, size 9 £5 

Boom Boom Balloon £2 

Wii Steering wheel £1.50 

Plop trumps £1 

Adventure time trumps £2 

Titanfall 2 collectors guide book 

£2 

Roman emperor costume (age 

7/8/9) £3 

All in very good condition 07914 

595564 can send pics of any of 

the above) 

CHRISTMAS BAUBLE STORAGE 

BOXES x 4. Holds 32 baubles. 

New. £2.00 each. 

CUPCAKE METAL STAND 

holding 23 cup cakes by 

Miniamo. New and boxed. 

£8.00. 

SET OF 20 KRAFT EDGERS 

CRAFT SCISSORS in Rotating 

Wooden Stand. In excellent 

condition. £9.00. 

SET OF 4 BONE CHINA CUPS and 

Saucers by Jeff Banks Queens 

Home 'Nostalgic Spots'. New 

and boxed £7.00. 

Tel: 07909 193 010. 

BRAND NEW SINGLE MATTRESS 

never used still with John Lewis 

2 year warranted £50 ono. Tel: 

01245 327813 

FOR SALE BIKE £20, suitable for 

3-5year olds, blue and red with 

stabilizers. (pictures available) 

Tel: 07780 950202 

FOR SALE BALANCE BIKE £30, 

white suitable 3 year old, vgc 

hardly ever used (pictures 

available) Tel: 07780 950202 

FOR SALE 3 X ROMAN BLINDS 

to fit window 46cm x 46cm 

Natural Woven Oak Colour 

(pictures available). 

£10 each. Tel: 07780 950202 

NINTENDO DSI GAMES 

CONSOLE with case for console 

and games cassettes plus 9 

games. Ideal Xmas gift for 

younger/novice players. 

Immaculate. £40.00. 07866 

044030. 

FOR SALE GUINEA PIG/RABBIT 

HUTCH (pictures available) 

£45.00 Tel: 07780 950202 

INFRARED BODY MASSAGER 

with Instruction Manual. Many 

attachments included, excellent 

condition. Like new. £18.00 

ono. Tel: 01245 426028. 

I CANDY CHERRY FUDGE 

PUSHCHAIR AND CARRYCOT 

(pictures available) beige in 

colour. Plus other accessories 

£50.00. Call: 07780 950202 

BREADMAKER in Excellent 

condition. Boxed. with full 

instructions. A real bargain at 

£15.00. Tel 01245 426028 

ADJUSTABLE GUITAR STAND. 

would suit accoustic guitar in 

very good condition. £5.00. 

Tel. 01245 426028. 

2 CARDALE WOODEN GARAGE 

DOORS with steel frames and 

slide away gear. One 

electrically operated with two 

remotes. Each door 83" x 83". 

Can be seen working. SWF. 

Available approx. 17/12/18 - £50 

each o.n.o. 01245 327591 or 

07449 988069 

FIRE/WOODBURNER SET. 

Wrought iron stand with 

brush/log lifter/poker/dust pan. 

Quality set. Can send photo by 

email if required. £25. 01245 

327591 SWF 

ELECTRIC HEDGE TRIMMER. 

Qualcast Hedgemaster. 15" 

cutter. Very good condition. 

£20. 01245 327591. SWF 

WHITE TOILET WITH ATTACHED 

CISTERN, WASHBASIN WITH 

TWO RECENTLY ADDED NEW 

TAP, PEDICEL. All in excellent 

condition with no scratches or 

chips. Replaced with a 

combined Bidet/ toilet system. 

Available to view before 

commitment . Possibility to 

deliver within the town if 

required. £25. Tel: 01245 

323439 

REBO EXTREME PEDAL GO- 

KART (red) 

Ages - 3-7. Fully assembled - 

never used as too small. 

Rubber inflatable tyres, gear 

level, adjustable seat - £40 

(ono) 

3 TIER PINE SHOE RACK - £5 

Photos available 

Tel: 07775 531273 

PAIR OF QUALITY CURTAINS, 

New & unused. Flecked ( mid 

blue ) colour. 

Covers 2m window, drop 

140cms cost £380 

sell for £85, 01245 324555 

BABY ANNABEL ROCKING 

CHAIR £7. Baby born dolls £8 

each, 1 boy 1 girl. 07897563736 

LONG BLACK LEATHER COAT. 

Size 14. Hardly worn. £10. 

07897563736 

STEREO SEPARATES FOR SALE. 

Denon, Arcam & more. Would 

like £300 Ono. 07897563736 

BRAND NEW DOUBLE 

ORTHOPAEDIC MATTRESS 

With Memory foam topper 

Quality mattress 1ft thick still in 

wrapper. Cost new £499. 

Must sell due to space issue 

£150. Can deliver 

01245 4000 41 

MOTORING 

bILLbOARD 

HAYNES FORD FIESTA WORK 

SHOP MANUAL FOR 2002 TO 

2008. (02 to 58 Registration) 

Models. £6.00. Tel. 01245 

426028. 

CITROEN C3 SX 2007 FOR SALE. 

MOT till June 2019. MILEAGE 

36,000. FULL SERVICE HISTORY. 

2 OWNERS. VERY GOOD 

CONDITION AND VERY 

RELIABLE. £1300 ONO. Can 

email photos. TEL: 01245 

322515 

FREE - STAIRLIFT: MINIVATOR 

1000 SERIES in full working 

order and good condition, 

recently serviced by Handicare 

Ltd./ (AgeUK). Installed on Left 

Hand wall of straight staircase, 

height from floor to top riser 

3.88m. It can only be on a Left 

Hand wall, manufacturer says it 

can not be fitted on RH. 

Located in SWF. Comes with 

Original instructions and wiring 

diagram etc. FREE to anyone 

who comes and collects it. 

Available to view prior to 

removal from stairs. Call or 

message Ian on 07768 404861 

to arrange time to view. I have 

advertised this before and if it 

is not taken by 31st December 

2018 then we will have no 

choice but to dismantle and 

take it to the metal recycling at 

the tip, which would be a great 

shame. 

FORD FUSION CAR AERIAL. 

Ford Fusion Roof Top Screw on 

Aerial. Very good condition. 

£3.00. Tel: 01245 426028. 

LOVELY VW FOX for sale, 61 

reg, 63,000 miles, lady owner 

bought from VW Chelmsford, 

2 keys, immaculate condition, 

non smoker, MOT August 2019, 

2 brand new front tyres. 

£2,400 ono. 

Tel: 01245 324574 or 07878 

593756. 

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spacious living/dining room, a re-fitted kitchen, two 

double bedrooms and a re-fitted family bathroom. 

Further benefitting from attached garage and 

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Call to view 01245 323729 


OIEO £300,000 

This stunning semi-detached family home is 

presented to an extremely high standard and boasts 

well-proportioned accommodation throughout. 

Featuring a bright and spacious living room, re-fitted 

kitchen and conservatory, two double bedrooms and 

modern re-fitted shower room. Further benefitting 

from a spacious garden workshop and garage, 

impressive bespoke decked areas and pond to the 

South facing rear garden and off street parking. 

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Guide Price 350,000 - £375,000 

This spacious four bedroom, semi-detached family 

home is offered with no onward chain. Benefitting 

from a 27ft lounge/diner, family kitchen with large 

utility/dining room and ground floor cloakroom. 

Upstairs boasts four generously sized bedrooms with 

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family bathroom. Further enhanced by a lovely rear 

garden and summer house which can be viewed 

from a balcony off the Master bedroom. 

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Bicknacre 

£400,000 

This significantly extended four double bedroom 

detached house enjoys a lovely situation in the much 

requested village of Bicknacre. Featuring wellproportioned 

accommodation throughout but in need 

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cosmetic enhancement that is required and 

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Guide Price £500,000 to £550,000 

The Althorne is an exceptionally spacious four 

bedroom detached property which features a large 

kitchen/diner that opens onto a lovely garden room, 

a grand living room, utility and ground floor 

cloakroom. The two upper floors offer impressive 

suites to the Master and second bedrooms with the 

two remaining double bedrooms sharing a spacious 

family bathroom. Externally there is a double length 

garage and off street parking for two vehicles. 

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