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6th December 2019

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KIND OF BLUE

Christmas comes but once a year...

(so you'd better make the most of it).

One way to do this is to come to the hall of the Bell pub in

Woodham Ferrers on Sunday 15th December 2.00pm - 4.30pm

where your festive season can begin with the sounds of "Kind of

Blue" a local modern jazz group.

The event will be divided into two sessions:

In the first half we will entertain you with our usual mixture of jazz

"classics" and songs from the "Great American Songbook" (but

with a jazz tinge - e.g. the Modern Jazz Quartet version of "God

rest ye merry gentlemen".

Following an interval, Pauline will lead you in a traditional

Christmas "sing-song", washed down with mulled wine and Sue's

delicious buffet.

Entry to this performance will be by a reasonable £5 ticket

(proceeds to breast cancer and Crohn's disease) and there will be

a raffle. Tickets can be acquired through phoning the Bell (01245

320443) or Dave (07774 912083). (Hurry, for they are limited, and

we have sold several already).

So "kick off" the start of your Christmas with an enjoyable Sunday

afternoon in the Bell, (and know that you are contributing to

worthwhile cause).

Changes for 2020

For those who don't like coming out on a Monday evening, next

year's gigs will be mostly on the last Sunday afternoon of the

month, 2.00pm - 4.30pm.

After Christmas, our future gigs will be on the Sundays 26th

January, 1st March and 29th March, all in the hall of the Bell.

Look forward to seeing you in Christmas and the New Year.

All the staff at Studio One

would like to wish past, present and future

clients a very Merry Christmas.

Best wishes

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DO YOU HAVE A VIEW ON THE FUTURE

PRIORITIES OF ESSEX FIRE?

Hundreds of people have already taken part in a consultation which

gives residents the chance to have their say on how the future

priorities of Essex County Fire and Rescue Service (ECFRS) are

delivered.

The consultation runs until Friday 13 December and sets out the

priorities for ECFRS by asking residents to agree or disagree on

what they feel is a priority, as well as give the opportunity to share

their opinions on the focus of the fire and rescue service.

The questions asked in the consultation include points around road

safety, home visits, staff training and keeping vulnerable people

safe.

All of the priorities prepare the Service for a future with reductions

in incidents, an increased focus on prevention and a commitment

to become financially sustainable as reductions in funding continue.

Chief Fire Officer/ Chief Executive Jo Turton said:

"Our Service recognises the voices of our residents are paramount

in creating a transparent and effective fire and rescue service.

"This is the ideal opportunity for anyone who has ideas or views

about their fire service to be involved in shaping our future."

To have your say on the options visit www.essex-fire.gov.uk/irmp

If you would prefer a hard copy please request this by emailing

irmp@essex-fire.gov.uk or calling 0300 303 0082 between Monday

- Friday between 10am - 2pm.

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KINGS HARDWARE

5 WARWICK PARADE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CM3 5JT. TEL: 01245 320106

The new owners of Kings Hardware, Bill, Ian

and Julie would like to thank all their

customers for their lovely welcome and support

since taking over ownership of Kings.

Being only the third owners in nearly 50 years

trading, they are excited to continue with the

4000+ products lines and bringing in extra

lines including electrical stoves, wood

panelling, speedfit and many more.

Bill, Ian and Julie wish all their customers a

wonderful Christmas and New Year and look

forward to sharing the continued growth and

journey of Kings Hardware with you all.

KINGS HARDWARE

5 WARWICK PARADE, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CM3 5JT. TEL: 01245 320106

l Paint l Electrical l Sealants

l Tools Timber l Plumbing

l Gardening l Bins

l Kitchen Equipment

l Pest Control l Ironmongery

l Fixings l General Brassware

l Household Cleaning l Locks

...and many more!!

find us on facebook

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NEWS

It has been a hectic few weeks at the Brewers Arms. Ben, the owner and chef says, “Every day is so unpredictable; we will

have a few booked in for lunch or dinner in the mid-week then 30 people turn up completely out of the blue. However, we

are now turning away more people as we are fully booked, its heart-breaking but it’s a nice problem to have. We have had

a couple of nice events recently, there was a surprise Birthday party for Frank Bruno, which he knew nothing about and was

told by my dad (his agent) that he had a job in South Woodham Ferrers but to pop into the Dragon to sign some books

first. We took him up the back stairs so when he came down into the restaurant we obtained for all the Guests a Frank

Bruno Face mask and he was really surprised to see his old boxing friends John Conteh and Charlie Magri, along with his

pal for many years, Cas Pennant actor and author along with various charity workers and family and friends. Entertainment

was provided by Harry Cambridge, who is selling out theatres all over the UK with his Luther Vandross show. We had the

1st of our sporting dinner shows with West Ham legend Tony Cottee and this sell out night resulted in us booking another

West Ham former player now a Sky Pundit Tony Gale for Feb 19th 2020.

With Christmas drawing ever nearer it’s time to start thinking about Christmas parties, Christmas lunch (fancy letting

someone else do the cooking and washing up for you?), Boxing day lunch and of course New Year’s Eve. Well the Drunken

Dragon can take care of all of those for you. All the menus are on the website and Ben laughed when we asked him about

New year’s Eve he said, “Well I’m doing my bit in the Kitchen with a 6 course banquet and I’ve told my Dad to dust off his

headphones and mic and he can do a selection of music for dancing to see the new year in”. Dave says, “I djayed as a

profession from 1979 to 2006, I stopped when the music really changed House, R&B was not my thing! My background

was as a personality DJ playing party music from 1960’s to the 90’s. But New year’s Eve was always one of the easiest nights

to DJ, however I never enjoyed it as when midnight came everybody was kissing and greeting all their family and friends

and there I was standing on my own. When asked what was his favourite event of his career? David said, “I worked it out

the other day for a book I am writing; I hosted approximately 16,000 events all over Europe from audiences of 8 up to

15,000, but a special day was my favourite Charity, the London Taxi drivers for Disabled

Children Annual New year’s party at Grosvenor house in London and 1 year I had to

introduce Princess Diana as she was the patron the Taxi charity. This year my wife and I were

invited to Buckingham Palace for the Valentine’s Day Afternoon Tea Party with Camilla

Duchess of Cornwall, I have a great story about that but maybe another time!”

We asked Ben “What’s in store for the New Year“. He replied “Well if there is

enough interest in a wine tasting evening I would like to try that.”

Also talking of Christmas; a number of customers have asked about vouchers

for Christmas presents. No problem, give us a call or pop in.

Then we have been asked to do a Psychic Night on Monday 27th Jan.

Valentines Night 14th February, book now don’t leave it too late!

Tony Gale West Ham on the 19th February

“We are so lucky at the moment that without

having to put on too many events customers are

supporting us which we are eternally grateful for.”

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As the festive season is fast approaching you need look no further…

As the festive season is fast approaching you need look no further than Buckhatch Nursery & Garden Centre. When walking in to the garden

centre shop you will be greeted by an abundance of festive fayre. On offer are sweet treats, savoury snacks and luxury chocolates. New to

Buckhatch is well known YumYum fudge with the most amazing flavours that will certainly tickle those taste buds. For those that like something

special to drink there is the complete range of Tiptree flavoured Gins and vodkas, The Sweet Potato company complete range of moonshine gin

and rum are also available along with a host of other alcoholic tipples.

Everywhere you look has that festive feel and there is a huge array of decorations to adorn your tree or decorate your home inside and out.

For those that like to decorate with style you certainly need not go anywhere else to make your home a festive one. There is a huge selection of

artificial Christmas trees, some prelit for those that don’t like to put the lights on themselves, and some fantastic realistic trees available.

The furniture on display is available to order and will give you the style that would certainly enhance any home, to compliment there are

home textiles and soft furnishings beautiful cushions from Voyage Maison, complimenting glass vases, lamps foot stools... too much to tell all.

Who doesn’t love to show off their dining table at Christmas time, laid ready for all the festivities from the finest table cloths, napkins, beautiful

glassware, oven to table ware, and don’t forget your crackers to finish off the perfection.

Who finds finding gifts for everyone a chore well not anymore there are so many gift ideas you need not look any further, something for all

ages. There is a wonderful toy department with traditional, nostalgic toys to modern, imaginative toys. Gifts for aunties, uncles, Nan’s, grandads,

and all those loved friends and family.

If home fragrance is something you love there are Yankee candle, Woodwick candle, Milliefiori and many top brands available, flameless

fragrance for the home also on offer.

Well it wouldn’t be a Garden Centre without all your Christmas plants traditional poinsettias British grown, planted arrangements, houseplants

and cacti.

From the 28th November freshly cut Christmas trees will be available. The finest quality grown Nordman non drop trees in various sizes,

there will also be pot grown trees available.

Freshly made Christmas Wreaths will certainly dress your front door and remembrance posies for our lost loved ones are available from the

28th November.

After all that shopping why not pop into the licensed coffee enjoy a hot drink or maybe a glass of bubbles, sit back and relax and enjoy some

homemade cake, or have a tasty meal prepared for you by our creative chef. Christmas dinner is available to book from mid November and

throughout December.

The opening hours at Buckhatch Nursery are Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm and Sunday 9.30am to 4pm Check out the garden centre

Facebook page to keep up to date with news and what’s happening at Buckhatch.

Pop along to see us over the weekend of the 7th and 8th December and enjoy the Essex Guild Craft fair between 10am-4pm as an added

extra this is a free event with no entry fee.

Buckhatch Nursery & Garden Centre, East Hanningfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex CM3 8EW

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WILLIAM DE FERRERS STUDENTS CREATE MAGICAL

CORRIDOR FOR WOODVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL

For the second year in a row the William de Ferrers art department were delighted to work with a local primary school. Woodville Primary

School asked if we would be able to help re-energise a walkway into a magical and inspirational corridor for their children. Mrs Clarke

from Woodville and Mr Clarke from William De Ferrers collaborated on a design that depicted a scene from the book ‘The Gruffalo’ by

Julia Donaldson.

A group of year 12 A level art students transformed the space and produced a stunning mural. The primary children were so excited to

have artists working in their school and were mesmerised by the talent of our sixth form students. Mr Clarke also worked closely with

eight students from year 5 and 6, mentoring them and showing them skills to help them produce an image of the fox from the Gruffalo

story.

It was a fantastic experience for our students who worked tirelessly and used their individual skills to produce an illustration of great

character for the students of Woodville to enjoy for many years to come.

We are very proud of the students achievements, and would like to thank them all for their dedication, enthusiasm and hard work. Well

done to Carly Newell, Madeline Webber, Mia Overton and Abigail Woollvin.

Come and join us on

Friday 6 December 2019

for our

Senior Citizens Christmas Lunch

12:30pm till 3:00pm

at

Champions Manor Hall

Hullbridge Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Essex CM3 5LJ

Food, drink and entertainment provided

Tickets £3

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Drunken Dragon Restaurant/Brewers Arms

UNDER NEW OWNERSHIP

Book now for Christmas Parties, Christmas Day, Boxing Day!

New Year’s Eve

(6 course banquet plus glass of bubbly at midnight and music for dancing)

All menu’s on the website.

Psychic Night

Monday January 27th with Donna Murrell

Ticket only no food £12.50 we are limited to 40 tickets

adults only

Valentines Night

February 14th . Book now to avoid disappointment

Tony Gale West Ham and Sky Pundit

Wednesday 19th February. 3 course fixed menu £41.50 per person

For Christmas why not buy your loved one tickets for one of the above or a Drunken Dragon

restaurant voucher available from £25

All menus available to view online for

Christmas, New Year, sample Al La Carte and Sunday menu’s

We strongly suggest you pre-book all lunches and dinners as we are getting busier and busier

Tel: 01245 224061

Website: https://www.drunkendragonbicknacre.co.uk/

Drunken Dragon/Brewers Arms, Main Road, Bicknacre CM3 4HD

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YOUR TOWN NEEDS YOU!

Do you have a family story from the Second

World War? Do you have a family member

that can speak about their experiences during

the Second World War? Are you a school that

will be researching this era with their pupils?

If so we need you!

On Friday May the 8th 2020 the charity run South Woodham

Ferrers Village Hall, Field and Community Bar will be

commemorating VE day. We want this to be a truly local event,

going back in time to show how the British people carried on

through the most telling of times. Personal stories,

memorabilia, and anything in fact that will show what went on

and how this great country carried on!

We want to run a traditional day, with sack races, tug of war,

egg and spoon. Baking competitions, craft etc. So if you have

a stall that would be appropriate, and would like to take part,

please contact us!

While this day is predominately for VE day, we would also like

to fully acknowledge VJ day too, so again, if you, your family

or friends have a story to tell, we would like to display this for

everyone to see. Photos would be great, but copies only

please. These are too precious to loose!

Come on South Woodham Ferrers, let’s pull together and make

this a day of remembrance and to remember!

If you would like to join in, please contact Joan on 01621

826735 or email bronlockett@hotmail.co.uk.

Church of England

Christmas Gift Appeal

CAN YOU HELP US?

The Church of England is here for everyone in the town. We

are your first port of call for Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals

even if you don’t attend church. We welcome you at Christmas

and Easter. We are always happy to be here for you – and we

would like to be here for generations to come. But all of these

wonderful services cost money, and in South Woodham Ferrers,

we are facing some challenges in this department. We need

your help. So, we are asking you to support us by giving a

Christmas gift to our church. If everyone residing in the town

donated just £1 per year, the Church of England’s presence

here would be secure.

On Saturday 7th December 2019 between 2 and 4pm the

church will be open to visitors and there will be people there

who will be happy to take your donation and show you around

Holy Trinity Church. You can have a chat with our Vicar, The

Reverend Carol Ball, and enjoy tea, coffee and mince pies.

If you would like to help us, or to book a Baptism or

Wedding for next year please do come along. If you can’t

make it on the day, please visit our website:

http://www.holytrinityswf.org.uk/anglican/ for other ways

to donate.

And may we take this opportunity to wish you a happy holy and

peaceful Christmas.

Angels

Many believe in Angels today, but beware, there are many false beliefs and religions whose purpose is to

mislead people into worshipping fallen Angels (Devil & demons) led by Satan formally known as Lucifer.

There’s much interest in the occult and similar, but the Bible warns against becoming involved in such things.

Evil has limited power, there are twice as many good angels as fallen ones, Jesus has already secured victory

over sin and death by his work on the Cross.

Look in the Bible, you will find that one of the main purposes of Angels is to protect and minister to the

Children of God. They are people who have faith and commitment to Jesus Christ and a personal

relationship with God through the Holy Spirit who lives in their hearts, empowers them and opens up the

truth of God’s word in the Bible.

Angels are as real today as ever.

I was seriously ill in Hospital around 35 years ago. The Doctors told my family that I was dying. As I was laying there the room

changed and two bright Angelic persons appeared to be watching and standing guard over me. I was in a state of peace. Being

a Christian I’d already surrendered myself to God’s will so if I was to die at that moment it didn’t worry me. But God had a

different plan. I heard a voice saying “be healed in the name of Jesus Christ”. The Angels smiled, stepped back and I came round

with the local Pastor anointing me with the sign of the cross surrounded by my mum, fiancee and confused looking medics. I was

not meant to die at that time. I was healed and home in a week. When just moments before my family had been told there was

no hope and to expect the worst.God and his angels stepped in and I’m here to tell others of this today.

We have a real and wonderful God and Saviour in Jesus Christ. The angels are there to serve the family of God, to heal, protect

and guide Gods children in the right ways according to the God’s word, the Bible.

Are you already a Child of God, have you accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour?

The Bible says, “seek first the Kingdom of God and his righteousness and all these things shall be yours”. To be a child of God

and receive eternal life and a place forever in His family, ask Jesus to be your Lord, thank him for dying for you on the cross,

come to a local Church service, listen to the Gospel proclaimed, speak to the minister, ask for more details on becoming a Christian

through a simple prayer and see your life changed for the better forever. God bless you as you seek Him this Christmas season.

SWF Christian Council

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Rotary Supports

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2pm

South Woodham Ferrers received a very

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Lindsay received a cheque from Rotary

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Happy 10th birthday Jaspyr Sheehy, the most kind hearted,

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amazing football party with your friends

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Happy 11th Birthday William on the 4th

December

Love from Daddy, Nanny and Gra-dad xx

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FROM DOMESTIC TO OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH ADVISOR

Photo: Louise Grzesica,

Trainee Occupational Health

Advisor and Mental Health

First Aider, Occupational

Health Department at

Broomfield Hospital, Mid and

South Essex University

Hospitals Group.

After starting at the Trust 17 years ago, a domestic has worked her

way up the NHS ladder to become an occupational health advisor.

Louise Grzesica had no idea where her career would take her when

she first joined the Trust in 2001, she said: “I was 18 and always

wanted to be a hair dresser, but I came to the hospital because I

thought there would be better opportunities due to the size of the

organisation. So, I joined up as a cleaner.”

After two years as a domestic, she moved to urology outpatients

and saw how busy the staff was. Louise explained: “I became

frustrated because I really wanted to help, in any way possible, but

couldn’t because I wasn’t medically trained. I spoke to my ward

manager and colleagues and they encouraged me to take a leap

of faith.” Louise enrolled on the Staff Bank and worked half a shift

as a healthcare assistant learning on the job. She enjoyed it so

much she enrolled on a basic nursing programme, and went on to

complete her level three NVQ to become a fully registered nurse.

During that time she had multiple placements in the Emergency,

Oncology and Intensive Care departments. She said: “The

placements really helped me to figure out where I wanted to be.

In 2009, I settled on Billericay ward.”

For three years Louise processed patients, admitted them to

theatres and monitored their condition after operations but,

wanting to do more, she enrolled on an exciting burns and plastics

course based across General Burns, Outpatients and the Intensive

Care Unit. She said: “I loved it. It gave me the ability to understand

competencies and treat more complex wounds and dressings.”

In 2013, she moved to Stock ward as a band 5: “There was a restructure

of the service and I was able to get involved and learn

new ways of working. Over four years, I absorbed a lot of

knowledge which I adapted and applied in daily practice. It was

brilliant.

“I started giving immunisations on the ward and was really

interested in the idea of health and wellbeing, so I applied for the

role on a full-time basis in occupational health.

“This new role has opened up an array of directions for me. I’m

learning so much and have started a degree in occupational health.

I learn on the job, listen and be impartial, take bloods and practice

national guidance. I can look after my colleagues, because they

need care too.”

Looking over her 18 years’ progression, she had the following

advice for those who would like to try something new but were

unsure of what to do. She said: “Go for it, dip your feet in the water

and see. Talk to your colleagues. You don’t have to do it all at once

and I still do the occasional shift on Billericay ward, which is my

second home and a place I love to be.”

Jennifer Canham, Associate Director of Human Resources, said:

“Louise’s story is a fantastic example of how our staff can

experience and progress in a variety of roles within the Mid and

South Essex University Hospitals Group, working across multiple

disciplines and departments – and how we can enable colleagues

to explore their full potential and develop a great career in

healthcare.”

ROBOTIC SURGERY SUCCESS CELEBRATED AT BROOMFIELD HOSPITAL

Donors and former patients gathered to celebrate the impact of

Broomfield Hospital’s world-class robotic surgery facilities at an

evening organised by Mid Essex Hospitals Charity.

The robotic surgery appeal has so far raised over £1.3m thanks to

and is now just £189,000 short of hitting the fundraising target.

Over 60 people gathered in the Medical Academic Unit to enjoy

canapés and speeches by consultant surgeon Sri Kadirkamanathan

and MEHT’s medical director Kevin Beaton.

The group then visited an operating theatre where surgeons

demonstrated the capabilities of the Da Vinci XI technology and

supervised as a number of guests took turns at the controls.

Megan Jiggins, 27, had surgery on her oesophagus just three

weeks ago, having been unable to eat solid food. Megan can now

eat a conventional diet again and, returning to the theatre where

her procedure was performed, described her recovery as

“amazing”.

Jamie Blackman, 34, has a gastric pacemaker fitted at Broomfield

after being fed via a tube for two years. He said his surgery was

“genuinely life-changing”.

For surgeon Sri Kadirkamanathan, it was opportunity to catch up

with many of his former patients.

“It was a wonderful night. It was lovely to see so many patients

and donors,” said Sri. “The patients are doing so well and are

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feeling the benefit of the

robotic surgery.

“A lot of people raised money

for us and they all could see

how worthwhile their

fundraising is. Many of them

said to me that it was great to

raise money for a local cause

and then see where the money had been spent.

“Ultimately it’s all about the results and it’s so gratifying to see

everyone doing so well. I’m humbled by everyone’s generosity.”

Event organiser Charlotte Jefcoate, fundraising coordinator for

Mid Essex Hospitals Charity, said: “It was fantastic to gather

together so many people who have either contributed to or

benefited from the robot.

“It was great to be able to showcase the work of our world-class

team here at Broomfield. We couldn’t do it without incredible

legacy donors and amazing fundraisers. Their generosity has made

such a difference to so many people’s lives.

“To continue doing this brilliant work we need keep chipping away

at the target. If anyone would like to know more about the impact

of robotic surgery or contribute to our appeal, please get in touch

with the charity because this technology is changing people’s lives

in Essex and beyond.”


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LETTERS PAGE

19

Tired Old Town

Over to

you...

Health Clinic and Sainsbury’s access

Following comments by residents regarding access to the Health

Clinic and Sainsbury’s, particularly by pedestrians and cyclists, I have

now made enquires of the Chelmsford Planning department and

Essex County Councillor Kevin Bentley regarding several of the issues

identified. The issues I have raised, and awaiting answers for, are laid

out below:

I have now tracked down the agreed offsite works that were agreed

for the development and it appears very little of the work has been

completed or even started. However, I am pleased to say that the

pedestrian crossing in the main site access road is now in place

following my initial contact with the planners. Also, having written to

Councillor Kevin Bentley about the dangerous condition of the A132

going out of town, I was pleased to see that a 50mph speed

restriction had been put in place for safety reasons. Now all we need

to know is when Essex County Council will be carrying out permanent

repairs to that road.

A serious safety concern is the pedestrian and cycle access routes to

the site and the pavement works specified to achieve access in a safe

manner. My recent observations indicate that there are currently no

cycles using to the site; I suspect that cyclists are fearful of the lack

of proper access routes with appropriate signage being in place.

There is also provision in the offsite agreed works for informal

crossings in Hullbridge Road, north of the King Edwards Road

junction - this work has yet to be started.

The informal pedestrian crossing to the west of the new roundabout

is being used by visitors to the Health Centre and the store as the

obvious shortest route from the relocated bus stop. It has been

reported that vehicles are not stopping, particularly at peak times. I

believe that this risk could be eliminated by re-routing the buses

around King Edwards Road and the B1012, creating a bus stop to

the east of the roundabout near to the light-controlled crossing. This

route was used during the roadworks, when Hullbridge Road was

shut, and benefitted passengers who needed to get to the eastern

industrial areas from both inside and outside of the town.

Residents of Brent Avenue have recently complained to me about

the Hullbridge Road pedestrian crossing beacon flashing into their

houses along with headlights from vehicles leaving the site. I have

asked if something could be done to alleviate these issues for

affected residents.

I read the letter from 'A Proud Resident' in issue 930 with some

amusement! The writer began by criticising fellow residents for

constantly complaining about developments in SWF and then went

on to fill the bulk of their letter with complaints about the state of

SWF! Most of the complaints I read in this publication are totally

justified and are entirely a result of the actions of faceless nobody's

who are employed on exorbitant salaries to make decisions on our

behalf without any real understanding of what makes a town work.

Whilst many will welcome the new BP station, let's remember it has

put Steve's Garage virtually out of business. Is that the cost of

progress? Now we have yet another petrol station fighting for trade.

As for Sainsbury's, it's debatable if it was really needed here. Most

of the trade seems to be coming from out of town - from elsewhere

on the Dengie - so is leading to more traffic, more congestion and

more pollution. And no, I'm not even going to get started on the

utterly stupid roundabout and pedestrian crossing arrangements. As

for the 'health centre' this was obviously from the outset a

'sweetener' by the developer to get the Sainbury's development

approved and the shortcomings are already obvious for all to see.

Too remote, difficult to access, limited parking, insufficient floor

space, this list is endless. But, yet again we are dictated to by faceless

bureaucrats who insist they know better than us. Many of those who

were in favour of the new Sainsbury's when first proposed felt it

would make Asda 'pull up their socks' or similar comments.I'm afraid

the reality is very different. Asda control almost all the retail outlets

in the town centre and deliberately make it almost impossible for

anyone to trade in direct competition to them. This is why we have a

town full of coffee shops and restaurants. Asda are actively

responsible for the dreadful state of our town and deliberately wish

to keep it that way. If Sainsbury's take too much trade from Asda,

which is quite likely, Asda will react firstly by cutting costs - firstly staff

(mostly people who live in SWF), then availability and if that fails, they

will shut up shop and walk away leaving the town centre derelict. Be

careful what you wish for!!

Asda Opticians

D Chapman. 20 years in SWF

I thoroughly agree "In praise of Asda opticians" letter in issue 931

and I also agree entirely with the writer who believed "you get what

you pay for". However, I too went to a well known local opticians on

this premis but the glasses I was supplied with for an eye watering

(sorry for the pun) over £600 just did not work. I watched the

lunchtime news in the kitchen only to have streaming, burning eyes

and could not see the written text on the lounge TV in the evening

when my husband had to read everything to me.

I returned to the optician and had my eyes re-tested. I was told I had

cataracts, only weeks after the new glasses were prescribed. I was

then, after several complaints refunded with half of what I had spent.

I then went to Asda opticians, came away a week later with new

frames fitted with varifocal, reactive lens for £129. No more

streaming, burning eyes and the optician told me the lens I had from

the local optician were twice as strong as they should have been

hence the discomfort and inability to see!

My Colleagues and I will be following up on all these concerns with

the relevant departments and I will keep you posted regarding their

resolution.

Ian Roberts

Chelmsford City Councillor

Elmwood and Woodville Ward

So well done Opticians at Asda.

Another satisfied customer.

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More Trees Please

Over to

you...

those who find it difficult to travel to the outskirts of the town (e.g.

the elderly and those with mobility problems who haven’t got their

own transport) some time to work out the practicalities of getting to

the new health facility.

On 16th Aug 2019 I wrote to one of the PPG Chairs:

“I offered Greenwood Surgery a couple of times (once at a meeting

attended by Kerry) to ‘the NHS’ for between 3 and 6 months after

the move - principally as a backup in case something goes wrong.

(They were and are planning to move ALL the practices into the new

premises in a single weekend - which sounds to me like a recipe for

disaster.) As they are putting a new computer system into the new

building I thought that, if they left the old one in Greenwood Surgery

for a time, they would have a backup. The staff could work there if

there are any unexpected problems. The NHS representatives

showed not the slightest interest.”

We see in the press and on T.V. that we must plant millions of trees.

There WAS, a beautiful 100 year old Horse chestnut in the grounds

of The New Life Church.

It was planted when the original Baptist church was opened in 1923.

It has now been felled!

This tree would breath out more oxygen in one night, than 500 whip

will in their first year,

If they all grow successfully.

Councillors of towns, all over, must do more to see that mature trees

are noted, and saved

in their areas, as these trees are benefiting the environment know!

Sth. Woodham has very few mature trees, we must protect them.

I hope the Town Council buys into the tree planting programme in

the near future.

Bill Thomas

Health Centre

Last week’s ‘Over to You’ column gave the impression that the

opening of the new Health Centre was marred by unexpected

problems. Maybe so - but the cardinal rule that applies when you’re

dealing with patients’ lives and health is to expect the unexpected -

because something ‘unexpected’ invariably happens. It is therefore

simply a matter of common sense to have adequate contingency

plans in place.

The letter from the Patient Participation Group (PPG) Chairs (who

have come out of this affair very well - not least because they

campaigned hard to keep the town centre Health Clinic open and

because the PPG members were there in numbers at the opening of

the new facility to help confused patients) makes it clear that they

long ago pointed out the inadequacy of the car parking

arrangements. That said, if the decision makers, the shadowy figures

who have kept their heads well below the parapet throughout, had

staggered the move it would have lessened the adverse impact on

patients ... and, failing that, if they’d just kept just one town centre

facility open in the short term it would have taken some of the

pressure off the car park and made getting over the inevitable

teething problems much easier.

They had ample opportunity to do so. I can’t speak for the other

practices but there was certainly one facility on offer. When the new

medical facility was mooted I was (like others) slow to realise that the

hidden agenda was to close ALL the town centre healthcare facilities

- but as soon as it began to dawn on me I raised the subject of a

contingency plan. In a letter to Kerry Harding, Head of Estates dated

the 14th of April 2014 I said:

“I have already offered to extend the period during which the

existing Greenwood Surgery building remains open from two months

to for example 4 months (at no charge to NHS England other than a

contribution to the utility bills) as I suspect there will be a public

outcry when the surgeries in the town centre close – and it will take

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On 16th October 2019 I emailed one of the practice managers to

say:

“I imagine there will be major problems in the first few days and

weeks after the move and it will be helpful if there is an adequate

contingency plan. That said I imagine those in high places who give

the practices their orders would rather "die in a ditch" than admit to

problems ... even if it is to the detriment of all concerned. Even so, I

think it's wise to have a bolt hole in case of emergencies.”

After witnessing the shambolic manner in which the closure of the

Clements House Surgery was handled we were promised that

lessons would be learnt. It’s taking a long time!

Dr John

BOOK SALE

AT SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS LIBRARY

A book sale will be running every Saturday at South

Woodham Ferrers Library.

Come along and pick up a bargain!

Come and join us for our

Children’s Christmas

Party

(under 12s)

on

Sunday 15 December e

e

2019

4:30pm till 6:30pm

at

Champions Manor Hall Community Centre

Hullbridge Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Essex CM3 5LJ

Tickets £7

(includes a present from Santa, Food and Drink)

Santa will be visiting from the North Pole

and

Amazing Entertainment

Under 12s only

For tickets, please contact 01245 321817 or

katkins@southwoodhamferrerstc.gov.uk


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A LITTLE KNOWN CAUSE OF HOMELESSNESS. As Christmas

approaches, prompted by the Radio 4 St Martin-in-the-Fields Christmas

Appeal, our thoughts turn to the homeless ... especially on nights when

there's a sharp frost.

It's well known that drink and drugs are often contributory factors to

homelessness. The Lancet 'Public Health' journal, however, points out

that one in two people who are homeless may have experienced a

traumatic brain injury (TBI) in their lifetime ... and around one in four of

them may have experienced a traumatic brain injury that is moderate

or severe

Lead author Jacob Stubbs says: “Traumatic brain injury may be an

important factor in the complex health challenges faced by this

population. Our work emphasizes that health care professionals and

frontline workers should be aware of the burden of TBI in this

population, and how it relates to health and functioning.”

The findings also suggested that TBI is consistently associated with

poorer self-reported physical and mental health, suicidality and suicide

risk, memory concerns, increased health service use and higher criminal

justice system involvement.

It's a chicken and egg situation - what the research shows is that TBI

can be both a cause and a consequence of homelessness.

Whatever the cause we should do something about it during the

season of goodwill. I've often been told not to give money to the

homeless "as they'll only spend it on drink or drugs". (What the hell

do they think I'm going to spend it on?!?) Better to give food ... or

donate money to one of the homeless charities such as this excellent

local one: https://chesshomeless.org

Time may be a great healer, but it’s a lousy beautician. Dorothy

Parker

STATINS FOR THE YOUNG? The Lancet reports that long-term

estimates suggest a link between cholesterol levels and risk of heart

disease and stroke. We usually think of this in terms of risk over ten

years ... but here they were far more ambitious.

We're told that this new study is the most comprehensive analysis of

long-term risk for cardiovascular disease related to non-high-density

lipoprotein (non-HDL) cholesterol ... it including almost 400,000 people

from 19 countries who were followed for up to 43.5 years (median 13.5

years follow-up) between 1970 to 2013. (Do I hear you say WOW?)

What is non-HDL cholesterol? Well ... the people in the know have

realised that there are more bad things in the blood than 'bad' (LDL)

cholesterol - so they lump them all together and call them 'non-HDL

cholesterol' (on the basis that, anything that isn't good, is bad.)

Because this looks so far ahead, this longer-term evidence may be

particularly important in people aged under 45 years.

Are you ready for a few figures? What do you mean 'NO'! Listen up -

this is important!!! Depending on cholesterol level and number of

cardiovascular risk factors, men and women aged under 45 years have

a 12-43% or 6-24% risk (respectively) of having fatal or non-fatal heart

disease or stroke by the age of 75 years.

HOWEVER ... If non-HDL cholesterol levels were halved, women and

men younger than 45 years with starting levels of non-HDL cholesterol

between 3.7-4.8 mmol/litre and who had two additional cardiovascular

risk factors could reduce their risk from around 16% to 4%, and from

around 29% to 6%, respectively.

This sounds pretty amazing ... but, if you start young, you may have to

take statins for a very long time to reap the benefit. Perhaps the twice

yearly injections which are on their way (all being well) might be a

tempting alternative to those at high risk.

As ever, more research is needed before docs start dishing out statins

or similar willy nilly to those in the first flush of middle age. That said,

the take home message is that the most comprehensive analysis of its

kind suggests that there is a strong link between non-HDL cholesterol

levels and long-term risk for cardiovascular disease in people aged

under 45 years ... and not just at older ages.

I really don't like living there but I have to for health reasons; I'm

very paranoid, and New York's the only place where my fears are

justified. Anita Wise

MORE MOBILE PHONE MISERY: Last week I timidly suggested

rationing mobile phone use because of their role in distracting

adolescents from participating in enough exercise to keep them

healthy.

Since then we have heard of another problem associated with their

use. Sean Coughlan reports for the BBC: "Almost a quarter of young

people are so dependent on their smartphones that it becomes like an

addiction, suggests research by psychiatrists. The study, from King's

College London, says such addictive behaviour means that people

become "panicky" or "upset" if they are denied constant access. The

youngsters also cannot control the amount of time they spend on the

phone.

The study warns that such addictions have "serious consequences" for

mental health. The research, published in BMC Psychiatry, analysed 41

studies involving 42,000 young people in an investigation into

"problematic smartphone usage". The study found 23% had behaviour

that was consistent with an addiction - such as anxiety over not being

able to use their phone, not being able to moderate the time spent

and using mobiles so much that it was detrimental to other activities."

I have been saying for years that, when it comes to Smartphones, we

are all part of an experiment - we won't know all the long term

problems associated with their use for years to come. One problem is

all too apparent - to give one example, you'll remember that Ian Russell

accused Instagram of being implicated in the death of his daughter

Molly, aged 14, who killed herself after viewing self harm images on

Instagram.

Smartphone use is a problem that will need to be addressed sooner

or later ... probably later given that, for now, young and old alike are

addicted to our phones.

CLIVE JAMES is dead ... in case you missed it. He did well to last until

he was 80 ... at one time he admitted: "I smoked so much that I needed

the hubcap of a Bedford van as an ashtray.”

I once got involved with him when he was putting together a show at

The Arts Theatre in Cambridge in order to raise money to save The

Kite (an historic area not a million miles away from the theatre.) He got

together the great and the good - people like Michael Palin, Julie

Covington and Rob Buckman - remember him? He was a very bright

doc, a consultant oncologist, who was also a first rate comedian. I was

part of a revue group at the time - and quite how we got involved was

always a mystery to me and remains so to this day. At our best we

might have got away with it - just - but, as it happens, when it came to

the big day we were shambolic. As we slowly died onstage, I realised

that I should settle down and do something sensible (like being a GP).

He was charming about it - but we were mightily relived that he wasn't

there in his role as a critic!

He was an exceptionally talented man - but for all his achievements it

is his TV crits for the Observer that stick in the mind. At the dawn of

the era in which new technology speeded up the game dramatically he

wrote of a men's singles match at Wimbledon that the players sounded

like "woodcutters in a petrified forest". So loud were their gasps that

before long they forgot about the ball and attempted to hit the grunts

instead. He once described William Shatner’s acting in Star Trek as: “a

thespian technique picked up from someone who once worked with

somebody who knew Lee Strasberg’s sister.”

The world is a better place for having had him in it!

Dr John

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BASILDON HOSPITAL SUPPORTS WORLD STROKE DAY

Staff from Basildon Hospital’s Hyper Acute Stroke unit marked

World Stroke Day recently with a vital refresher study session on

how to spot the signs of a stroke.

More than sixty staff from different clinical teams including

physiotherapists, specialist stroke nurses and speech and language

therapists attended to discuss the importance of identifying the

signs of a stroke early, how to help a stroke patient and how to

educate others on how to prevent a stroke.

A stroke is a serious life

threatening medical condition

that happens when the blood

supply to part of the brain is cut

off. It can happen to anyone at

any time and is the leading

cause of disability worldwide

and the second leading cause

of death. World Stroke Day

sets out to raise awareness of

the prevention and treatment

of this condition and how to

support patients with their

recovery.

Stroke speciality doctor at

Basildon Hospital Dr

Jayakumar Jagadeesan

explained:

“Our study day was an

important event to highlight

the seriousness of this

condition and was an

opportunity to remind our staff

that fast access to treatment

saves lives and improves

recovery. World Stroke Day

brings global attention to the

need for all of us to take action

and prevent our own risk of

stroke.”

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method:

· Face

· Arms

· Speech

· Time

Visit www.nhs.uk and search

for Stroke for more

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Traveller’s

Diary

GREAVESEY DOES Jurassic KENYA Coast - By Tim Saunders

Above: Pink tram at Seaton Tramway.

Above: On the beach at Beer.

Heidi, Henry and Harriett Saunders riding

tractors at Pennywell Farm.

Charmouth.

The marching band at Bridport Carnival.

Millions of years ago the Jurassic Coast was under water. Creatures

that swam in these waters have since turned into fossils. These can still

be discovered by a keen eye, making for a wonderful holiday

memento.

We have visited the area before, and in fact I grew up here, but it is

only now that the children are old enough that our attentions turn to

this hugely important aspect of Devon and Dorset. At school Heidi (6)

has been learning about famous Lyme Regis fossil hunter Mary Anning.

We didn’t imagine being able to walk on a beach and find any fossils

but at world renowned Charmouth, this is just what we do. There’s a

fascinating heritage centre that even David Attenborough has visited,

and the staff will happily confirm if what you bring back from the beach

are genuine fossils. Never before have we visited a beach where so

many people are bent double looking for ammonites. The staff at the

centre recommend that we walk down the beach for 10 minutes for

the best fossil hunting spot, which we duly do and while away the best

part of a glorious summer’s day carefully sifting through pebbles. At

the end of the day we all find something of which to be proud.

Alighting at Seaton Tramway station, Seaton Jurassic shouts out to be

visited. We learn that a massive Jurassic landslide exposed fossils and

we are taken on a memorable interactive journey through time. The

designers have really excelled themselves incorporating period

furnishings through to 3D imagery. There are 13 boxes to discover

where the children have to answer questions and at the end they

receive a gemstone. Harriett (8), Heidi (6) and Henry (3), all avid

watchers of TV’s Octonauts are instantly drawn to what they call the

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Octopod where they can see underwater life. There is also a large

outside area that runs alongside Seaton Tramway. Here there is plenty

of flora and fauna including dreaded horsetail, which we gain a

newfound respect for discovering that this stuff that we have resorted

to burning in our garden to eradicate, actually existed before

dinosaurs.

After a bite to eat we make our way to the beach where we fly our

kite. And then it’s time to board the tram back to Colyford. We love

this form of transport. Sitting on the top deck with the wind blowing

our hair we can really appreciate how it works as the cable above us

captures the electricity to power it. The backs of the seats can be

pushed forward or back so that no matter which direction it travels,

passengers sit the right way round. The journey cuts through wetlands

beside the River Axe where there is a nature reserve featuring all kinds

of birds including curlews and fields where there are cows and sheep

grazing and even rabbits.

Crossing the main road we wave to the traffic. Along the way model

dinosaurs have been placed beside the track, guaranteeing to keep

the attention of younger passengers. It is such a relaxing and enjoyable

form of transport, reminding older passengers of how they used to

travel in their childhood.

At Beaminster Museum, Brian is a mine of information. His enthusiasm

is infectious and helps bring the wonderful exhibits in the museum to

life. So much can be learnt about the area from the fascinating axes

used for killing mammoths through to smuggling, crime and the

hanging of witches. Henry particularly enjoys the naughty burglar that




a local WI group created. We also learn about the importance of flax

to the area, which is further emphasised by our visit to Bridport

Museum. “Locals stake claim to winning the Battle of Trafalgar,” smiles

Brian, adding that sails made in the area, to exacting Royal Navy

specifications, were used on the ships in Nelson’s fleet.

“You must visit Bridport Carnival,” recommends Shige, owner of Hell

Barn Cottages in Chideock, where we stay. So we do and enjoy seeing

the floats.

Hell Barn Cottages, a complex of five self-catering stone cottages, is

only about 10 miles away down a quiet country lane. We stay in

Rosemary Cottage. The first thing we notice is that we can park

directly outside the accommodation, which is really helpful for

unloading. Inside it’s well presented, comfortable and clean.

Downstairs is open plan given to sitting and dining and off this is a

sizeable kitchen. There’s a downstairs bathroom and shower. Upstairs

are two bedrooms, easily accommodating the five of us. We enjoy

relaxing here and there is a very popular games room where the

children play and so do the adults, given chance: snooker, badminton

and table tennis. There’s a go-kart that Henry thoroughly enjoys riding.

One evening Caroline, Harriett and I are able to play a game of

badminton and it’s great to see that Harriett’s co-ordination is

improving. Heidi and Henry are on the swings. It’s an idyllic setting

and it’s no surprise that Shige, who has run this business for over 20

years and cooks Japanese food for guests, receives many repeat visits.

For us, holidays are all about mooching around and trying to relax if

the children will let us. Our first attempt is over the border in Devon

at Beer where we visit various exhibitions and an antiques centre. And

then it’s picnic time and the beach. Even though it is pebble, on a

warm summer’s day, we have to just lie down and savour the view.

The furthest we travel is some 70 miles away to Pennywell Farm near

Buckfastleigh. Here the children hold rabbits, very cute piglets and

feed the goats. They are even able to walk goats and watch piglet

racing. The bamboo maze that leads to a tower gives views across the

Devonshire countryside where we see gorgeous brown deer. When

we are not admiring the animals the children are playing on the toy

tractors and Henry loves the excavator where he can dig sand,

returning to this throughout the day. “My favourite thing is cuddling

the piglets,” he admits. Pennywell is a great day out.

With his local knowledge, Shige recommends a hairdresser for

Caroline in Bridport. She is happy with the results. Bridport itself is a

busy market town with a good mix of independent and national

retailers. For me it is the old bookshop with its tables of books lining

the pavement that is a joy to visit. Here I find some gems that at some

point I shall enjoy reading.

Bridport Museum is another must to visit. Here we learn that the town

is famous for producing nets. So next time you watch a football match

the nets have probably been made in Bridport. During our visit the

museum proudly exhibits the watercolour that JMW Turner produced

of Bridport Harbour and it is a privilege to see it. There’s just chance

to relax in the Borough Gardens where we enjoy looking at the flowers

and spy some butterflies and a dragonfly.

Just over 20 miles away at Ilminster we visit a Creative Coverage art

exhibition featuring selected professional artists and craftspeople.

We dine at the Talbot Arms at Uplyme, a busy and vibrant pub run by

Wendy and Steve where Caroline, Heidi and I enjoy beef and ale pie

with chips while Harriett and Henry have sausages and chips. There’s

an ice cream dessert for the children. It’s a friendly pub at the centre

of the community and we have a good chat to Wendy who explains

how close knit and supportive the locals are, raising funds for

renovating the village hall, which has become well used. From here it

is possible to walk cross country from the pub to Lyme Regis. A night

time walk here sees us trying to find the grave of Mary Anning. We

make it to the beach.

The following day we leave Hell Barn for home at 10am.

For more information visit:

seatonjurassic.org

www.tram.co.uk

www.pennywellfarm.co.uk

www.beaminstermuseum.co.uk

https://talbotarms.com

www.charmouth.org

www.hellbarn.co.uk

Watch the videos at www.travelwriter.biz

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26 Focus

South Woodham Ferrers United

Weekly News and Results Roundup

U15 Cobras U7 Wolves Christmas Parties

Another fantastic game from the

lads again against a Heybridge

Swifts side on a very muddy and

slippery pitch. The lads showed

their skill with their passing,

moving and tackling being

brilliant throughout. Everyone

played their part in every goal

with goals and assists coming

from absolutely everywhere

including a drop kick from

Jayden in goal at the time. Well

done everyone.

Tough game today but another

win 2-0. Goals from joe ramps

and Jayden as well as another

clean sheet see the cobras get to

a semi final with 2 games to

play. Excellent performance

from Chris and Joe but MOM for

Ciaran well done all ⚽⚽




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

Greenwood Surgery 426898

Life Chiropractic Clinics 01268 774008

Chemists

Govani Chemist 321910

(Sunday & Bank Holidays 10am - 12pm)

Village Pharmacy 320344

Dentists

Oakland Dental Care (Dr. H. Chaudry) 328451

Brickfields Dental Surgery 328060

Heralds Way Dental Clinic 322277

Opticians

Duffield & Duffield Opticians 01245 329475

OBSERVATORY The Opticians 01245 322114

Counsellors

Bill Bliss Hypno/Psychotherapist 426414

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

DIRECTORY

Email: nicola@focuspp.com Tel: 01245 32 31 30

Taxis and Minibuses

Happicabs SWF (24hr Taxis) 01245 321 321

CM3 Cars 01245 328818

SWT Taxi’s & Private Hire 01245 322262

Airport Transfers 01245 328030 / 01621 828356

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

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

Salvation Army 01268 768803

Woodham Ferrers Congregational Church 01702 551950

St Mary’s Church Woodham Ferrers.

contact Church Warden, Sharon Hutton Mayson 01245 328480

Religious Centres

Mid Essex Buddhist Centre 07936 534546

South Woodham Councillors

Chetwood Ward

Bob Massey, Ashley John, Alan Shearring,

Russ Crosbie, Ian Hammond

Collingwood Ward

Peter Ferry, Malcolm Sismey, Anne Humphrey, John Miller

Elmwood Ward

Murrough O’Brien, Jackie Birch, Lisa Kelly, Martyn Lobar

Woodville Ward

Keith Bentley, Donna Eley, Ian Roberts, Peter Wyatt

South Woodham Ferrers City Councillors

Elmwood & Woodville Ward

Ian Roberts, Keith Bentley, Tricia Hughes

Chetwood & Collingwood Ward

Ashley John, Bob Massey, Malcolm Sismey

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FOR SALE

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UNIT 2, BLOOMSBURY COURT, BRICKFIELDS ROAD, SOUTH WOODHAM FERRERS, CM3 5XB

WANTED

CONVERSE ALL STAR PLIMSOLES

MENS dark blue, size 9 &1/2

Brand new, wrong size sent to me,

£20. Call/text 07989 125063

COMPLETE BATHROOM SUITE.

A used white bathroom suite in a

‘shell’ design. Comprising of a

Bath, Wash basin with stand and a

Toilet. Complete with gold finish

taps and all waste fittings. In

beautiful blemish free condition.

£80 Buyer to collect.

Photo’s can be sent via email if

required. Tel: 01245 322046

MOBILITY SCOOTER

An excellent condition Mobility

Scooter for sale. The model is a

Prism4. Weighs 47Kg and will fit

into a boot of a Fiesta size car

complete but can be easily

separated into several parts if

necessary. Has red decals with an

optional lime green set. Rarely

been used as have alternative

transport. Well worth viewing.

£325. Tel: 01245 322046

KENWOOD 25 LITRE STAINLESS

STEEL MICROWAVE. w513mm x

d425mm x h305mm 850-900 watts

output. Excellent condition £20

DELONGHI BLACK 4 SLICE

TOASTER. £15 (Still sold in Currys)

Tel: 01245 322667

CHARLTON HESTON BIOGRAPHY

(NEW CONDITION BOOK) £12

PORTABLE ELECTRIC INDUCTION

TWO RING HOB ( NEW NOT

USED ) £50

Mobile: 07938528145

Flat: 01245 225863

ELECTRIC LEAF

BLOWER/VACUUM, brand new

and not used. Make is OYPLA,

collection capacity 40 Litres. £30

Any questions please call 07921

351781

ANTLER 2 WHEELED LAPTOP

TROLLEY/CASE - in excellent

condition £30.

REFLECTA DELUX 150 x 150cm

Freestanding Projector Screen -

Used in excellent condition £20.

DARTINGTON CRYSTAL VINTAGE

'DEVON' DECANTER by Frank

Thrower - Used in excellent

condition £15.

WOODLORE TIE RACK Cedar

Wood 40 Peg Hanger - Used in

excellent condition £10.

Tel: 07909 193 010. Text me for

photos.

BENCE VICE. Excellent Condition.

£15.00. Tel. 01245 426028.

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RALEIGH MOUNTAIN BICYCLE

with all the Toys. Multi Function.

Many Gears etc. Fully Serviced.

Excellent Condition. £75.00. Please

Tel 01245 426028.

SET OF PLAIN RED DINNER

PLATES, side plates and bowls for

10 place settings.

£20. Tel: 07811450351

MIRROR CARP approx. 15 ins long

out grown pond and must go to

large pond. No charge, collection

only. Please call 07841 037435

PANASONIC 42” PLASMA TV

with stand, remote & manual. Fully

functional in excellent condition.

£55 collection only

Please call 07841 037435

WOODEN CHALET STYLE DOLLS

HOUSE - Plain wood, 4 rooms,

sliding doors, front door porch,

veranda. Height 56cm to chalet

top, width 61cm, depth 35cm.

£15. Please call 01245 325955

5 DRAWER UNIT - white- bottom

3 drawers discoloured. Height

42"/108cm, width 18"/46cm,

depth 19"/48cm.

£15. Please call 01245 325955

VARIOUS FOR SALE

Liebherr under counter fridge and

Liebherr under counter fridge with

ice compartment, 50 cms wide x

84 cms x 61 cms, £50 each -

Freestanding Bosch washing

machine in silver (Exxcel WVD245)

£70. All appliances are in very

good condition, manuals included

(for sale as they have all been

replaced by integrated ones) -

Tigerlily girl's faux fur bolero

(white), satin lining and diamante

button, size S/M, worn once but in

immaculate condition £10

Harry Potter 2 film collection DVDs

(Philosopher's stone and Chamber

of secrets), new and sealed £3 -

Brita water filter cartridges x5, £5 -

Philips alarm clock HF3610, sunrise

simulation, 3 sounds and radio

function, in excellent condition,

manual included, £35 - Pilates,

yoga figure 8 exercise band, new

and sealed £5 - Marilyn Monroe art

print, b/w, photo by Eve Arnold,

new and still in protective sleeve,

80 cms x 60 cms, £10 - All items

are from a smoke and pet free

environment.

Contact: 07526 677 934.

WOODEN ROCKING WINNIE

THE POOH BABY CRIB. Only used

for a doll. £10. 07897563736

HEELEYS. As new. 2 pairs. 1 pair

size 4 & 1 size pair 5. £10 each.

07897 563736

(HARVEYS) OAK EXTENDABLE

SQUARE DINING TABLE, 90cm x

90cm extending to 155cm,

and 4 Brown high back leather

effect chairs, all in good condition.

Pictures available.

£250. Or can be split:

Table £150. Chairs £100.

Tel: 07594856851

3+2 SEATER BROWN LEATHER

SOFAS. Both with electric

recliners. Excellent condition.

£370. Tel 07855 312890

SONY DIGITAL HD

VIDEOCAMERA RECORDER

HANDYCAM HDR-SR10E, Pristine

Condition. Carry case.

Remote Control + leads. All orig

paperwork + disc. Cleaning kit.

£50.00 ono.

DOLLY KONIG KN-DL10 Most

types of tripods can be fitted to

this dolly that's perfect for filming

a steady shot on the move. The

three wheels can be locked

independently. Weight: 2.42kg

£10:00 ono. Tel: 07706063616

A WIDE RANGE OF DVDS

including Invictus; G-Force; Due

Date; Layer Cake from £1.00 each.

Playstation 1,2 & 3 games from

£1.00 each includes FIFA; Star

Wars; Call of Duty; 007. The list of

the DVDs and Games can be given

on request. Only Fools & Horses

Van (boxed) £2.00. Tel: 07706

063616

LEC FRIDGE FREEZER. Good

working order. H123cm x W 54cm.

Ideal for garage.

Tel: 01245 321563

2 BRIDESMAID DRESSES. NEW

SATIN. Long, in light green. Sizes

10-12. Beautifully made to order.

Tel: 01245 321563

LEFT HANDED GOLF CLUBS

Titleist 712 AP2. 5-PW Excellent

condition. £225 ono

Mobile : 07879 613 352

Home : 01621 828 227

MOTORING

BILLBOARD

CITROEN C2. Pale Yellow 3 Door

Hatchback 06 full service history

MOT until April 20,107,000 miles

£850.00. Tel 07810 424597

NEARLY NEW ....

Ladies fur coat ( Simulated ) by

Tyber Baccara

Brown ¾ length size 14 cost £350

for sale £75

Ladies Monsoon, Heather

coloured ankle length single

breasted shawl collar coat

Size 12,Cost £199 for sale £50

Ladies rain proof trench coat with

hood coat made by Jane Austin,

maroon, ankle length

Size 12 cost £85 for sale £40

Tel: 01245-324021 - SWF

SONY 5.1S MASTER FULL

DIGITAL AMPLIFIER turner DVD

home cinema DAVs400.

Working order in good condition

including remote control. 5 small

speakers and one larger base.

£30 07814636952

DISNEY FROZEN L.E.D light up

Wall Art: brand new in packaging,

50cm x 30cm inc. auto timer.

Collection SWF. £10 Tel: 07795

513873

GENUINE CURLFORMERS HAIR

SPIRAL CURLS STYLING KIT

40 Spiral Curlers and 2 Hooks. For

short hair i.e. strands up to 8”

(20cm). Luxury satin case with

instructions. Simple to use, can

even sleep in them. £30

01245 400779

LITTLE TIKES 3FT INDOOR

TRAMPOLINE, suitable for child 3-

6 years. Very good condition with

original box. £35

Tel: 01245 320959

HOME OFFICE DESK Light Oak,

W120cm D80cm H75cm. with

side cabinet, in excellent

condition. A real bargain. £55

Photo available on request.

Tel: 01245 320959

SONY 5.1S MASTER FULL

DIGITAL AMPLIFIER turner DVD

home cinema DAVs400.

Working order in good condition

including remote control. 5 small

speakers and one larger base.

£30 07814636952


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PLAY CARD GAMES

WITH A DECK OF CARDS

Old Maid

Players: 2 to 6

How to Play: First remove one of the Queens from the deck

before dealing all the cards face-down, one at a time to each

player in a clockwise rotation. Players then look at their cards

and remove any pairs, laying them face down on the table.

The first player to go (usually the one to the left of the dealer)

then holds their entire fan of cards face down and allows the

player to their left to choose one. If they make a pair, it’s

placed face up, and play continues in a similar fashion around

the table. Eventually, all the pairs are made and one player,

the “Old Maid” is stuck holding the lone Queen.

Go Fish

Players: 2 to 5

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player seven cards face down, one at a time, in a clockwise

rotation. If there are more players, everybody gets five cards.

The rest are the ‘pond’ and are scattered face down in the

middle of the table. After organizing the cards in their hand by

number or royals (Jacks, Queens, etc.), the player to the left

of the dealer begins by asking anyone in the group if they

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she has any of a different number. If she doesn’t, she says

“Go Fish!” and Matt selects a card from the pond. If Matt

collects enough Aces through his inquiries to form a book, he

must lay them face up on the table. After collecting a card

from the pond, however, his turn ends. Play continues

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Slap Jack

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time, until each player had a stack of cards. The person sitting

to the left of the dealer then turns over one card and places it

face-up in the middle of the table. Moving to the left, each

player follows suit and does the same. When a Jack is played,

however, players race to be the first person to physically slap

the pile of cards in the middle of the table. The first to do so

wins the pot and adds them to the bottom of their card stack.

When a player runs out of cards, they have one more chance

to slap a Jack to get back in the game, but if they fail to do so,

they’re out. Play continues until one person collects all the

cards.

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South Woodham Ferrers

£260,000

l Close onward Chain

l Two Bedroom Semi-Detached House

l Fitted Kitchen

l Family Bathroom

l Off Street Parking for Two Vehicles

l Lounge

l Convenient for Local Amenities

l Rear Garden

Call to view 01245 323729


£260,000

l Modern Two Bedroom terrace

l Freehold

l Re-fitted Kitchen

l Re-fitted Bathroom

l Smooth Ceilings throughout

l Off Street Parking and Further Visitor Space

l 40ft Rear Garden

l Popular and Convenient Location

l Overlooking Green play area to Front



£325,000

l Charming Two Bedroom Bungalow

l Circa 120ft Westerly facing Rear Garden

l Detached Garage and Parking for Several Vehicles

l Popular and Convenient Location Within Close

proximity to Town Centre

l Two Receptions

l Wet room

l Early Viewing Advised



£439,995

l Four Bedroom Detached Family Home

l Stunning Re-Fitted Kitchen and Utility with NEFF

Appliances l Re-Fitted Bathroom, En-suite and

Ground Floor Cloakroom

l Living Room with Contoured Media Wall and

Acoustic Ceiling l Garage and Carport with Off

Street Parking l Largely Unoverlooked Westerly

Facing Rear Garden l Popular and Convenient

Location l Early viewing advised


Basildon

t: 01268 271 110

e: sales@balgoresbasildon.com

Lettings: 01268 280 066

Gravesend

t: 01474 369 955

e: sales@balgoresgravesend.com

Lettings: 01474 369 959


t: 01245 323 729

e: sales@balgoresswf.com

Lettings: 01245 455 584

Brentwood

t: 01277 216 800

e: sales@balgoreshayes.com

Lettings: 01277 210 506

Hornchurch

t: 01708 470 756

e: sales@balgoresproperty.com

Lettings: 01708 478 333

Upminster

t: 01708 259 539

e: sales@balgoresupminster.com

Lettings: 01708 259 535


OIEO £600,000

l Premium Road in Central Location

l Extended Five Bedroom Detached Family Home

l Four Reception Rooms

l Wrap around Gardens and Heated Swimming Pool

l Double Garage

l En-Suite to Master Bedroom

l Ground Floor Shower Room

l Early Viewing Strongly Advised


Chelmsford

t: 01245 492 424

e: sales@balgoreschelmsford.com

Lettings: 01245 455 584

Ongar

t: 01277 369 925

e: ongar@balgoreshayes.com

Lettings: 01277 366 092

Bradwell-on-Sea

Guide Price £650,000 - £700,000

l This attractive family home is presented to an excellent

standard throughout. Sitting amidst half an acre of

beautifully Landscaped Gardens this house features

extensive and versatile accommodation approaching

2800sq ft with an abundance of period charm.

Comprising of five bedrooms, three bathroom/en-suites,

seven receptions and an impressive family kitchen diner.

Externally the meticulously kept grounds include several

Outbuildings, a Swimming Pool, large Fish Ponds and a

Detached Double Garage with Independently accessed

Studio/Treatment/Games Room to rear. Further

benefitting from extensive off road Parking and Storage

areas.


Dagenham

t: 02085 921 038

e: sales@balgoresdagenham.com

Lettings: 02085 921 038

Romford

t: 01708 755 507

e: sales@balgoresromford.com

Lettings: 01708 755 508

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