trentside links issue 174 november 2013

A free community magazine covering the villages of

Brampton • Drinsey Nook • Fenton • Gate Burton • Kettlethorpe • Knaith • LaughtertonMarton • Newton on Trent • Park Farm • Stow Park • Thorney • Torksey • Torksey Lock

Trentside Links

A free community magazine covering the villages of

Brampton • Drinsey Nook • Fenton • Gate Burton • Kettlethorpe • Knaith • LaughtertonMarton • Newton on Trent • Park Farm • Stow Park • Thorney • Torksey • Torksey Lock

www.trentsidelinks.orgIssue 174 • November 2013

My StoryA tale of travel, celebrities & awards

A Time for CelebrationKettlethorpe WI celebrates 40 years

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Trentside Links ● November 2013

Deadline for next issueYour next issue of Trentside Links is published on the 15th of January. Please send all contributions to the magazine by the 31st of December.

ContributionsWe welcome contributions to your magazine on all matters of interest to the community. Address for correspondence: 7 Lincoln Road, Fenton, Lincs LN1 2EP.

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Trentside Links committee Chairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VACANCYSecretary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Emma BarrattTreasurer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sue OliverMember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard FarleyMember . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth Rose

Distributors of the magazineBrampton . . . . . . . . . . . . . Richard FarleyDrinsey Nook . . . . . . . . . . . . . VACANCYFenton (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris EastFenton (2) . . . . . . . . Sue Eyton-WilliamsGate Burton . . . . . . . . . . . Pat HammondKettlethorpe . . . . . . . . . . . . . Anne HarrisKnaith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rosemary BurkeLaughterton (1) . . . . . . . . Bob WatkinsonLaughterton (2) . . . . .. . . . . Carol PenneyLaughterton (Home Farm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy WillisMarton (1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Helen GeeMarton (2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sandra MoodyNewton on Trent (1) . . . . . . . . Gill KymeNewton on Trent (2) . . . . Roger VorbeckPark Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VACANCYStow Park . . . Rodge & Alison BrownlowThorney . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . George CollinsTorksey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth RoseTorksey (The Elms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Red HattersTorksey Lock . . . . . . . . . . Dennese GoreTorksey Lock (Little London Park) . . . . . .

Maureen Lyons

Cover pictureCattle at Kettlethorpeby Steve Clayton

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ContentsNews3 A PLAN FOR THORNEYThe community joins forces

4 FiRsT cLAss POsTiELocal postie celebrates 40 years

6 sT PETER's cHuRcH TORksEYAn update on the progress so far in the restoration of this local building

Bygones8 A TALE OF TwO FONTsThe baptismal font in Knaith greets its younger Australian twin!

11 mY sTORYLoriane Olsen's story from Marton

Reports16 wi uPdATESpecial news this month on the 40th year of the Kettlethorpe WI groupI

18 THE vicAR wRiTEsReflections from Rhys Prosser

Notices24 cOmmuNiTY NOTicEsLocal events, dances & more

26 cHuRcH NOTicEsYour service & clergy details

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Trentside News

coffee morning atLittle London Park

The coffee morning held on 24th September at Grosvenor Avenue,

Little London Park, Torksey Lock, raised £475.00 for Cancer Research.

A big thank you to all the ladies who helped on the day, without whom this would not have been possible. Also I would like to thank the following local businesses for their generosity giving raffle prizes

• The Hume Arms• Torksey Caravans• Hemswell Garden Centre• Pennells Garden Centre• Millfield Golf Club• Hollywood Nails• Lincoln Securities• John & Jane Mannion, and everyone

else who gave so generously.

A community-Led Plan for Thorney

The community of Thorney has joined forces with the communities

of Harby & Wigsley to form a steering group with the aim of producing a joint community-led plan. If successful, funding will be made available through the Big Lottery ‘Awards for All’ fund to produce a plan with benefits to all three villages both generally (faster broadband speeds seem to be a universal aspiration apparent in all three communities already) and specifically. This will enable (through thorough consultation) the identification of common challenges and outstanding needs, with the objective of finding the means to implement necessary changes and improvements.

With support and guidance from Karen Tarburton of Rural Community Action Notts, the steering group for the three villages is in the process of applying to the Big Lottery Fund to enable in-depth consultation to take place in the three communities. This will establish what are the most urgent and widespread needs of each, and which overriding themes are similar for all three villages.

To this end a questionnaire is being formulated which will be distributed to all residents of Thorney and its partner communities and to those who work in or use the amenities of the villages. This will be supported through a series of events to engage a broad range of views from the people of the communities. By means of this the steering group (and its subgroups in each village) will build up

a picture of the needs and aspirations of the villages. These will be formulated into a plan upon which a case will be built for applications for grant aid to achieve the objectives set out in the plan. It is envisaged that the consultation period and the creation of the plan will take about a year. The plan will then run for up to ten years.

Community plans elsewhere have attracted funding for leisure facilities, projects to research and interpret the history of the community, traffic calming, better bus services, better community facilities and many other benefits.

Has Your Village Community Got a Plan?Villagers had their first opportunity to find out about the plan Thorney is embarking upon at the village show which took place in St Helen’s Church, Thorney on Saturday afternoon, September 14. There was a display about the community-led plan and members of the steering group were on hand to talk about it. Some excellent ideas for inclusion in the plan were received. The steering group hopes for many more at future events in and around the village over the coming months.

If you wish to know more about the plan or would like to get involved, please contact Anna Dennison, the village representative on the steering group (01522 702748).

Andrew Barber 23/10/2013

Torksey Ramblers

We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 10.30am at the top car

park of The Elms Retirement Park

Our walks take about one to one-&-a-half hours covering 3 to 4.5 miles

Our programme for September 2013 to February 2014:

14th November – Misterton12th December – West Stockworth9th Jan 2014 – Whisby13th February – Owlet Plantation

kettlethorpe Race Night

The race night on the 12th October at Kettlethorpe village hall was a

resounding success. Raising a staggering £950.00 towards funds for St Peter & St Paul's church.

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First Class Postie Gets a Surprise Delivery

Local postie, Colin Kyme, celebrated 40 years of working at the same village

post office in September. Colin, who works for Royal Mail at Saxilby Post Office, is the 3rd generation of postie in his family and his wife Jill is post mistress at Newton-on-Trent where they live. The couple have two children, Jamie and Tim, who live in Newton and nearby with their families. To celebrate his 40 years Colin's colleagues at Saxilby threw him a surprise party including a board of photographs spanning his 40 years. In commemoration Colin received a paperweight, pen and badge from Royal Mail. "I've been based here in Saxilby from day one and I really enjoy the job. I've seen a fair few changes over the years. We deliver to more houses now but the sorting process has been streamlined so it balances out really. "I've always enjoyed the job getting to

meet members of the public and the great staff here. I've had a lovely day celebrating 40 years in the job. "Its always been a bit more challenging when the weather takes a turn for the worst but we just do our best." Twenty-five years ago Colin won the title of cleanest van in the district and he still hoovers it every morning before work and even sweeps the floor at the post office daily. Sub-postmistress Kate Elkrington said: "He is one of the most genuine and trustworthy people you could hope to work with. I don't think he's ever had a complaint. In fact, when he's on holiday people complain he's not doing the round. He's very highly thought of and respected by everyone". Congratulations Colin on your 40 years and we hope to report on your next 40 years as well!

Newton Fashion show

The Friends of Newton School recently held a fashion show to raise funds for the school. Parents, children and supporters all donned the latest fashions and put on an excellent show.

In total £321.50 was raised to go towards funds to help support the children in their education.

From left to right: Keith Maltby, Mick McKenzie, Simon Dalton, Kathleen, Dave Willey, Ruth Hobley, Colin Kyme, Steve Cody, Sally Barke, Dave Spurr, Lawrance Close, Phil Strahan, Emma Littlewood, Chris Green

kettlethorpe churchcarol service

15th December 3pm

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Torksey Play Area Project Off to Good start

The weeks since the decision in June to purchase a play fort for a play

area on Torksey village green have been very busy. The fort was dismantled and removed from the site it occupied into storage by a group of incredibly hardworking and jovial volunteers with the help of some specialist equipment and an operative kindly lent by Kinvena.

The funds already raised from donations by local businesses (£2500) have been used to purchase the ‘fort’ which is currently in storage. We do, however, need to raise a further sum of at least £15,000 to cover the rest of the project. The area needs fencing with secure self-closing gates and soft-fall landing material. As the fort will need to be erected safely, expert advice and oversight of the rebuilding from the original

suppliers of the fort will need to be paid for.

Research by the group revealed that further play equipment suitable for smaller children such as swings, slides, rockers and spinners is needed, so that the area will fulfil the needs of all ages of children using the area.

Planning permission has been granted and so fundraising from various funding bodies can begin in earnest. Jam is for sale at the post office in Torksey and Christina Moore (01427 717409) has collected sponsors for the zip wire experience undertaken earlier in October. If anyone missed the opportunity to sponsor Christina and would like to contribute, Christina is still accepting contributions. However, private donations are always welcome and can be made through either the Clerk Roger Pilgrim (01427 718388) or Cllr Jean Turner (717873).

Local Business sweeps up at Awards

Local chimney sweep Stan Hutchinson, aka ‘Stan the Sweep’ has been

successful in winning 2013 Best New Business Award by The Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps. Stan is a certified chimney sweep & Member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps and was delighted with his award.

For more information visit www.stanthesweep.co.uk and www.guildofmasterchimneysweeps.co.uk

Owls Barn wins National Award

Marton resident Loraine Olsen was recently awarded The Lifetime Achievement Award by The Cinnamon Trust for Pet Friendly Care Home of the Year. Loraine has championed pets in care homes for over 32 years taking on and helping to address the views of the

Care Quality Commissions. Owls Barn was the Pet Friendly Care Home of the Year in 2012 and has consistently figured in the top echelons. A shining example under the inspirational leadership of Loraine who is currently recovering from serious illness.

It is clear that all animals are welcomed by Owls Barn, the pile of pugs and Chihuahuas gleefully milling among the residents is a big clue! One of the residents, John, made his home there for 25 years, he had severe special needs and his constant companion was an adorable Staffordshire terrier called Pagan. John suffered from seizures but also needed to enjoy a sense of independence and so a new shed was built for John in the grounds, Pagan took on the role of

carer, and whenever John had a seizure Pagan used to alert staff and stay by his side until help arrived. This home is all about recognising the special qualities that animals possess and that the quality of life can be enhanced by the inclusion of companion animals. Clearly, Loraine works very hard to ensure both safety and independence for her residents, a balance of a life well lived.

But Loraine's story does not stop there. In her early days she was a globe trotting dancer for The Bluebell Girls, to read more of Loraine's life & times see her story on page 11.


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Laughterton shop Has changed its Opening Hours.

The new hours will commence on Monday 28th November to coincide

with the clock change, the new hours are 8am-6pm Monday to Saturday. We ask customers to support us during the quieter winter times and hope the later opening and earlier closing times will not cause any inconvenience.

Many thanks for your continued valued custom.

Jennie and Shaun

st Peter's church Torksey

At long last I can report that the first stage of work on St Peter's church is

now virtually complete thanks to a major grant from the English Heritage/Lottery fund of over £50,000.

The tower roof and timbers have been restored or completely replaced, new drainage and soakaways have been installed and all the rainwater goods have been overhauled. Minor damage to the nave roof has been rectified and some re-plastering undertaken to the ceiling caused by water ingress from the faulty gutters.

The church is finally watertight!

Plans are also well-advanced by the PCC to restore the heating system, so as well as being dry the church shortly will also be warm.

As a spin-off from the work in the tower, it should also be possible to re-activate one of the three church bells which have been inoperable for a number of years. (A recent survey identified that two of the bells actually date back to the fifteenth century!) Unfortunately it will be some time before the remaining two can be used again since they require rather more extensive work and quite simply there are higher priorities for the PCC's fundraising efforts. Toilet and kitchen facilities are next on the wish list which would then allow greater use of the building for community and social activities.

However, so far so good but to everyone associated with the church a big thank you for your patience with current work which regrettably has taken longer than originally expected but I am pleased to say we have achieved a high quality standard.

Richard Farley, Brampton

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cHRisTmAs TREE LiGHTs swiTcH-ON LAuGHTERTON

Friday 29th November 6pm

Jubilee Park

6.15pm - Carols round the tree with Newton on Trent

Primary School

Mince pies and mulled wine on sale

Ethan Maull will be conducting the countdown to the light switch on and all proceeds go to the Ethan Maull

'Up Yours to Cancer’ campaign

We are also expecting a very special guest!

kettlethorpe village Hall committee - Good News!

We have just received confirmation that we have been successful in

obtaining a grant of £333.00 from the Community Chest Fund.

This will enable us to update some of our kitchen equipment, purchase a new fully-equipped first aid box and also fund a brochure to promote hiring of the village hall.

For a copy of the brochure, please phone Ann Close on 01427 718517.

We were so pleased to have received this support from the Community Council and West Lindsey District Council.

We also recently received a £20.00 grant from the Community Council to be spent on environmentally friendly items, so we made the decision to plant two buddleias in pots to enhance the entrance to the village hall and to encourage the butterflies and bees.

Ann CloseSecretary, Kettlethorpe Village Hall

distributor Needed for Laughterton

Carol Penney has been a distributor for the Trentside Links from the very

beginning, delivering to half of the village of Laughterton. This equates to over 50 houses and she has decided that now is the time for someone new to take over the role.

The Trentside Links would like to say a big thank you to Carol for delivering the magazine in all weathers for so many years. She has kindly said that she will continue with the job until we can find another distributor so we are sending out a plea for someone to step forward and take over the job as soon as possible.

If you feel you could take over this role for our community magazine please call Sue Oliver on 01427 718837 or Emma Barratt on 01427 718985.

Well it's been a busy few months since the update in the last issue

and there have been lots of events to raise money for Ethan's Foundation.

The best way to keep up to date is to 'Like' our Facebook page which you can find by searching 'The Ethan Maul 'Up Yours to Cancer' Foundation'. We have over 2800 followers now but would like to add to this so 'Like' us today!

Other events coming up are:

Pamper afternoon

Saturday 23rd November 2pm to 5pm.A fabulous afternoon of pampering treats and mini treatments - come along and prepare to be spoiled! Korinne Thacker is organising this event being held at Passion 2 Dance Studios, 6 Farrier Road, Lincoln LN6 3RU.

Zumbathon

Saturday 30th November 2pm to 4pm. Come and join Viv Stringer as she puts you though your paces for a Zumbathon! West Lindsay Leisure Centre, 2pm until 4pm. £5 entry fee. Get fit and raise money at the same time!! Contact Viv on 01777 228367 for more details.

Teddy Bears

The Teddies are currently sold out but don't worry 50 more are on their way! These have been very popular and have helped raise £400 already, get yours in time for Christmas!

Finally don't miss Ethan conducting the countdown to the Christmas light switch-on on Friday 29th of November 6.00pm at Jubilee Park, Laughterton.

For more information you can visit our website atwww.upyourstocancer.co.ukand let’s all get together in helping Ethan say:

“Up Yours Cancer"

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Trentside Bygones

A TALE OF TwO FONTs

st mARY’s cHuRcH, kNAiTH, Nr Gainsborough, LincolnshireTHE BAPTismAL FONT greets its younger Australian twin!

Until very recently, little was known about the history of the font in

St Mary’s, other than it was believed to date from the early 14th century and thought to resemble other designs such as the one in Bradley church near Grimsby. However, a chance discovery has unearthed information that another, almost identical baptismal font, exists in Australia, and that both fonts are extremely rare, the only two of this design known to exist, though they are separated by eleven thousand miles and a mere five centuries in time. The mystery began to unravel when Mr Brian Corless, Hon Secretary and Archivist from St George’s Church, Malvern, Victoria, Australia, was searching for more information about St George’s font. He scanned Google images, entering ‘church font imp heads’, having previously searched the internet to no avail, and was immediately directed to St Mary’s at Knaith with pictures of the interior and of course, the font. Mr Corless contacted Rev Phillip Wain, who contacted Eddy Overson, a keen delver of St Mary’s history, and the ensuing communication between them revealed

the extraordinary connection the fonts have made between two churches situated on either side of the world.

The font at St George’s was carved in situ by a William Egan in 1872 who was employed by John William Brown, a monumental mason in Melbourne, born in Kidderminster, Worcestershire 1832, arrived in the Colony of Victoria c.1857 and lived into his ninety-third year. Mr Corless believed that the two fonts are so very much alike that William Egan must have been working from a clear pattern or model, but he couldn’t think how that could have happened.

Eddy sent Mr Corless a copy of a photocopy of an engraving of the font in his possession, totally unaware that this was the key that would enable the mystery to be unlocked. Despite the lack of any note or explanation attached to the photocopy, and once again proving his considerable skill and tenacity in searching the internet, Mr Corless traced the original etching to a book entitled ’A Series of Ancient Baptismal Fonts’ published in London in 1828. It includes a page ‘Decorated English Fonts’ and

subtitled ‘Knaith, Lincolnshire’, with the following description:

‘This very splendid font is we think altogether the handsomest we ever saw. The heads are admirably executed and all vary in design; in the deep hollow

under the bowl is the ball flower.’

The book points up the rarity of this design: ‘As the Decorated style was in use but little more than seventy years, very few fonts of that character are to be found, and of these some, though good in design, are very indifferent in execution.’

Further investigation found that this book is in the catalogue of the State Library of Victoria, formerly the Melbourne Public Library, just a stroll down the road from the works of Monumental Mason John Brown, and ideally situated to be able to provide a source of inspiration and measurement for a skilful stonemason such as William Egan.

The delightful engraving, and fulsome commendation included in the book surely persuaded the authorities to commission a copy of the font for their new church of St George.

The engraving was made by Robert Roberts and drawn by Francis Simpson Jr, a well-established antiquarian artist and archivist. He was, by the way, the long time Mayor of Stamford.

We are deeply indebted to Brian Corless and Eddy Overson for unearthing the amazing link between our baptismal fonts, one in England, the other in Australia!

Mrs Gill Blow, Hon Secretary,St Mary’s Knaith. PCC.

The early 14th century font of St Mary’s Church, Knaith, Lincolnshire, England

This fine example of a rare English decorated period font is described in the publication ‘A Series of Ancient Baptismal Fonts’ as being ‘very splendid... altogether the handsomest we ever saw. The heads are admirably executed and all vary in design; in the deep hollow under the bowl is the ball flower.’

The decorated English style was in use for little more than 70 years, until about the end of the reign of Edward the Third in 1377.

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The engraving of St Mary’s font from the book ‘A Series of Ancient Baptismal Fonts’ published in London in 1828 by

Septimus Prowett

A copy of this book was held in the Melbourne Public Library - now the State Library of Victoria. It is believed that this book and the engraving it contained was used as the source, both of measurement and inspiration. This allowed stonemason William Egan to demonstrate his skill and craftsmanship as can be seen in the photograph below.

The 19th century font of St George’s Church, Malvern, Victoria, Australia

Carved in situ in 1872, this image reveals the extraordinary similarity to the font of St Mary’s church, Knaith - despite the two fonts being separated by eleven thousand miles and five hundred years. It is believed that the fulsome commendation that accompanies the engraving: “This very splendid font is we think altogether the handsomest we ever saw”, persuaded the authorities to commission this excellent copy for their new church

Acknowledgements:1. Google Images: Church Font Imp Heads2. ‘A Series of Ancient Baptismal Fonts’ Drawn by F Simpson Jnr, Engraved by R Roberts

(London, Septimus Prowet, 55 Pall Mall, 1827)3. Research Library, The Getty Research Institute4. Mr Brian Corless, OAM. Secretary to the Vestry St George’s Church, Malvern, Victoria,

Australia

Lincolnshire visit by ‘The Georgian Group’By darron E. childs

The surrounding countryside and town of Gainsborough was the

backdrop to a special event that took place for members of The Georgian Group on September 4, when they visited the All Saints Parish Church, The Lindens, Knaith Hall, Burton Chateau and Gate Burton Hall.

Of all my Lincolnshire favourites, none rank higher than Thomas Miller. Born in Georgian Gainsborough in 1807, Miller's childhood was riddled with bouts of poverty, yet against all the odds, Thomas Miller would make a significant literary

contribution. Through his writing he helps us reach out and touch the past. As a local historian, for me Miller is the link from the Georgian age to Victoriana. His early memories recall going ‘tramping’ on adventures with his playmate friends, visiting the Anderson family of Lea. It is clear Miller was deeply moved by his childhood experiences in Gainsborough, which we should remember was enjoying a relatively golden age of prosperity at this time. He collected oral records from the Old Timers, who had visited foreign shores, fought in campaigns and who told him stories from their grandparents. It is through Miller that we are therefore able to reach back and touch the days of The Commonwealth with first-hand accounts. By 1835, Miller was living in the capital. His most famous novel ‘Gideon Giles

the Roper’ of 1841 highlights a tale of unjust laws and oppression set against the backdrop of Trent valley countryside. It is this area and more specifically, Miller's Gainsborough, that members of The Georgian Group enjoyed.

Thomas Miller’s Trent valley countryside always has had a wealth of interesting places to explore. Over 20 Georgian Group visitors, mostly from London, met at Gainsborough Old Hall to learn more about the town’s early origins, its historic importance and the golden age which produced an array of Georgian treasures. The visiting members of The Georgian Group, then had a morning introduction at the All Saints Parish Church. They learned how the church had become too small for the growing parish and simply had to be rebuilt. Curiously, the 18th century design kept the original Norman tower whilst adding a classic Georgian church designed by Francis Smith of Warwick. Many in the group would have liked more time to explore the Old Hall. I therefore recommended that at least the best part of a day should be set aside to truly understand and appreciate one of the best late medieval manor houses in the country (perhaps a future visit?), saying this, one or two members of the group did manage to sneak a tantalising glimpse of The Great Hall, leaving with images of times past, perhaps when King Henry VIII or King Richard III was present as guest of honour.

Leaving Gainsborough by coach the group travelled to Lea Park, the ancestral home of the Anderson family. Lea Hall was sadly demolished in 1973. However, The Lindens, the former Dower House of the Anderson family, has recently been saved through an extensive three year restoration and here the group enjoyed a champagne reception with lunch al fresco. A short film covering aspects of the restoration, which has recently been recognised with an English Heritage Angel award, was also featured.

In the afternoon sunshine the group travelled to Knaith Hall, that wonderful idiosyncratic 16th century house, where we viewed Tudor style chimney pots that nestle comfortably alongside Georgian and Victorian alterations. The Chateau was a real treat. After some difficulty gaining entry, what a joy that we persisted. The red-brick former hunting lodge designed by the 19-year-old James Platt, was built before the big house opposite at Gate Burton and its deceptive

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doll’s house appearance and layout were explored by all. Afterwards, a small group stood and enjoyed the wonderful views over the River Trent as the late afternoon sun shone off the water.

Finally, Gate Burton Hall; here we stood admiring the splendour and discovering the history and architectural styles including the original yellow brick Georgian façade and those later alterations undertaken by Detmar Jellings Blow. Cool elderberry was served with a brief toast before the group expressed their appreciation for the day, said their goodbyes and left by coach for the London train connection.

My fellow guides were Sue Ritchie, John and Rosie Burke and Tony Morris, who all gave personal and fascinating insights into familiar places that we may casually pass every day, without perhaps knowing their stories. Many of these places are now over 250-years-old and are therefore invaluable as an anchor to tell us more about who we are, and the links that can connect us to our ancestors.

Darron Childs is the author of The Last Baronets of Old Gainsborough which is available in a hard back collectors’ edition with over 100 pages from The Jews Court Bookshop, Lincoln, priced £20, or by telephone: 01427 811348. More details can be found at www.the-lindens.co.uk

Letter from Thomas Miller dated October 21 1862

Georgian Group members visiting The Lindens

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My Story - Loraine Olsen

You know when you walk through Loraine's front gate that this is no

ordinary house. The front garden is only a tantalising glimpse of the character it holds inside. The well-kept garden is full of all manner of interesting statues, lights & flowers, mixed in with a few dragons and gargoyles. We were greeted by Loraine who showed us in to her beautifully eclectic home.

Loraine lives in a large house in Marton with her twelve cats, six stray cats, five Chihuahuas, one Pomeranian, five pugs and a cross whippet/Staffordshire. She also looks after vulnerable people and at the moment she has four people in her care. They are all long-term residents, her last gentleman stayed for 28 years. "My residents love the animals and it helps with their wellbeing, I love doing what I do” she said, “I have had a very good life and wanted to give something back". This dedication was recently rewarded by receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from The Cinnamon Trust for the Best Care Home allowing animals. Loraine was delighted to have received this award at The Lanesborough Hotel in October 2013 at a glamorous event.

The Cinnamon Trust was founded in 1984 by Avril Jarvis allowing old, sick and vulnerable people to keep their pets, this may be by fostering them out while they are in hospital, arranging dog walking if they are unable to leave their home and supporting them in whichever way they can to keep that person united with their pet as long as possible.

Loraine's house was highly polished with

not an animal hair to be seen, and it was here in the lounge that we sat down, drank tea and let her tell her story which turned out to be a very interesting tale. We soon learned that she had a very different career before this one and it couldn't have been more glamorous. Loraine started dancing when she was three and it soon became evident that she had a real talent. Having attended one of the best dancing schools in Sheffield she won a scholarship to Saddlers Wells in London at the age of 15. To her bitter disappointment she was told that she was too tall to be a solo ballerina and a local newspaper ran her story, but luck was on her side and an agent for the famous Bluebell Girls read about her and invited her to audition. Her talent shone through and out of 250 hopefuls Loraine got one of the two vacancies being offered.

From the Paris nightclubs where Loraine started at 15, the Bluebell Girls went on a tour of Europe and their show in Rome was televised for Italian television weekly, however, because of the Italians’ strict Catholic religion they were not allowed to show their legs and had to wear thick black tights! It was while she was working for Italian television that she met The Mersey Beats, Russ Conway and Mat Munro. The European tour lasted two years, after which Loraine had a yearning to visit America. Madame Bluebell didn't want her to go because she said she was too young and that once she went to America she wouldn't want to come back. Loraine set off, heading to Lake Tahoe in Nevada with Paul Steffan, a brilliant dancer and choreographer, where they did a show called Benvenuta Roma which was years ahead of its time with dance routines similar to West Side Story. After a year, now aged 18, she returned to England and was quickly re-employed by Madame Bluebell for a forthcoming trip to Las Vegas.

Loraine worked in the Stardust nightclub on the Las Vegas Strip and in 1968 she was crowned Miss Las Vegas. "I got to meet a lot of celebrities, James Garner, Liberace, Louis Armstrong and Frank Sinatra, and even meeting the Duke of Edinburgh on a beach in Greece! I presented Steve McQueen with a racing cup and made sure I got a kiss from him."

Loraine also recalls how she was lying on

a blanket sunbathing at her apartment in Las Vegas when she got bitten by a scorpion. "I didn't realise at first but later on that night I collapsed on stage, the bite on my back left a big black mark which kept flaring up for years after the event."

When Loraine was 23 she met her husband Jorgen Olsen in Las Vegas, he was in show business as a flying trapeze artist, and they went to the Bahamas to work in exotic nightclubs and casinos. In the early 70s they both came back to England to settle down, living at first in Derbyshire running a restaurant, and it was in here that Loraine and Jorgen had their son Yan. They then moved to Sheffield and opened an antique shop before briefly living in the rectory in the grounds of Gate Burton Hall. Loraine & Jorgen found a wonderful derelict house dating back to 1629 on the High Street in Marton village which with a lot of hard work was returned to its former glory. Loraine went on to have a daughter called Lisa, but still kept busy modelling for catalogues and magazines and working part time for a pharmaceutical company.

Loraine's children have long since flown the nest and her husband is no longer with her but Loraine doesn't rest, preferring to care for her clients and animals. "I worked hard as a dancer” she said “and that ethos has never left me". As we leave we walk through the house and the dogs arrive jumping up to greet us, whilst a life-size zombie waiter called Egbert bursts into life and offers us a drink....you couldn't make it up but you can see how this home with its warmth, fun and eccentricities wins awards.

Loraine aged 16 years

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With the Society's Open Day barely in the wings, our July speaker took

centre stage on Wednesday evening to entertain on the subject of almshouses. Linda Crust is extremely well known to everyone who attends our meetings and also to many people throughout the county for her huge knowledge of historic Lincolnshire; research into family trees; author of books, as well as articles written for Lincolnshire Life magazine. She is of course our President and is most supportive in all of our activities and was more than happy to be present at our Open Day at the weekend so another visit by her last Wednesday was much appreciated.

Linda's latest book was the subject of her talk - Almshouses. The book lists every medieval foundation and almshouse known in Lincolnshire and there are nearly 200 establishments covered, from leper hospitals founded in the early 12th century to modern bungalows still being provided by almshouse charities in the year 2000. The book is illustrated with 80 photographs, plans and drawings.

She made it clear that originally this task was merely a project she decided to undertake but it soon became apparent that there was a lot more meat on this bone than otherwise thought. For a start, there were more almshouses built in Lincolnshire during the 20th century than at any other time - surprising fact.

However, to start her research Linda went much further back into the 12th century when the first almshouse was founded at the end of the Bishopric of Bishop Remigius - the first Bishop of Lincoln. Linda went on to explain about the leper colony on South Common and how these colonies formed the first umbrellas of almshouses. Leprosy was rife between the 12th & 14th centuries and was a much-feared disease, and it was the church initially who undertook the care of those affected. At that time these places were more like hospitals where the inmates were cared for, although nothing like our description of hospitals today. The name 'Spital' is actually an abbreviation for hospital so if you look on a map of the county you will see Spital in the Street near Caenby Corner.

A Bede House was a type of almshouse run to a set of strict rules, typically run by

a church. ‘Bede’ is old English, or Saxon, for priest. Each Bedesman (or woman) was given a daily allowance of one penny plus a weekly or monthly allotment of clothing and fuel (normally coal), for which they lived by a timetable of prayer and manual work. On Sewell Road in Lincoln are St. Anne's Bedehouses, 13 residences built in 1847 with the design by Augustus Pugin.

Linda stated that the three towns in Lincolnshire which are rich in almshouses are Stamford, Spalding and Grimsby. In Stamford William Browne (a rich medieval merchant) founded one of the many almshouses and this one remains one of the best surviving medieval almshouses in England complete with stained glass, and is open to the public.

Spalding is a town rich in architectural history with the almshouse of Sir John Gamlyn founded in Spalding in 1650. These were rebuilt in 1844 for 34 men and women. Each inmate received 3s. 6d weekly in 1900, along with one ton of coal each year. In 2008 the Duchess of Gloucester opened ten new almshouses in the town adding to the 450 year-old-history of such buildings within Spalding.Grimsby's input to the county's list started with contributions for fishermen when Fishermen’s Chaplain, a Mr Davis, provided for homeless fishermen and their families.

Sir Joseph Banks of Revesby had homes built for his workers too because he wanted them to be fit and help with work on the land.

Usually almshouses had an endowment of land with them which proved to be a good investment so many of the homes were rebuilt or improved in the 19th century because the endowments had grown. Residents were normally expected to wear a uniform to indicate where they lived and this practice held up until the 1930s. The men normally wore a tailcoat and top hot whilst the ladies generally wore cloaks.

Linda supplemented her talk with a variety of slides showing those almshouses she had referred to, as well as additional buildings such as those built by Robert Carr in 1636 in Sleaford and the two buildings in Harlaxton, a closed village (sold in 1937) owned by the Grey family.

Closer to home Linda mentioned a group of buildings in Willingham by Stow which had been known as almshouses but were in fact poor houses. There is a reference to Poorland in Sturton in a Church Commission Report dated 1837 as well as a reference to Poor houses in the village which were paid for out of the rates by the Overseers of the Poor. However those present in the meeting were not sure where these had been sited. Does anyone know?

Surprisingly even today there are almshouses now usually run by trustees who now charge a maintenance fee and not a rent - see reference to Spalding above. Each group of almshouses have different rules and requests but normally the condition of residence is that the person applying to live in a residence has to have lived in the parish in question for a number of years. Linda summed up her subject by saying it all started with monks, through kings, bishops, landowners and merchants, so in a way it was a downward ladder of help but one that fulfilled the needs of the ordinary people.

Sharron BanhamSturton and Stow History Society

Almshouse's in Lincolnshire

I would like to add a few details to the excellent article by Roger Brownlow

on the Rose family (Sept 2013). Derek Rose has been my neighbour since I was married and came to live at Stow Park Farm 55 years ago, before buying the Firs Farm at Torksey from Jack Gourley and moving there 6 years later. My father bought the Co-op farm at Stow Park in 1949 for £14 per acre - the reserve price was £20/ac, but the shareholders at the auction decided to take the only bid made! It was difficult land to farm until the advent of modern farm machinery, I sold it 30 years ago to Simon Barker, who is farming it so well at present. I have also always understood that Charlie Dickinson, father of Michael who farmed at Brampton had been involved with management of the Co-op farms before setting up on his own, as did George Rose at Highwood Farm.There is often confusion in the parish as the next door farm towards Saxilby (Mark Crowders) is also called Highwood – in fact this name applied to the whole block of land on which both farms sit.

Bill Henson , Torksey

The Rose Family ArticleAn update

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Torksey Action Group website

TAG has recently started a website, including a forum section that enables individuals/groups

to communicate with one another. This is an ideal way (and the future) of

communicating with people.

Although the website is still in the process of being developed, the forum aspect is ‘live’. we

would encourage you to visit the site, www.torkseytag.org. if you are not sure about how to use the forum, help can be provided on an individual basis, or, if you prefer, in small groups. Just let us know by contacting any

member of TAG:

margaret 718897; Joe 717846; Ann 718517; sue 717834; christina 718539; vanessa

718539; Pat 717409.

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'Newton on Trent Church of England Primary School is a GOOD School'Ofsted – September 2013

In the second full week of the autumn term, Newton on Trent Church of

England Primary School was visited by an Ofsted inspector, just under two years after the last inspection. During his visit, the inspector saw several lessons, spoke to children, staff and governors of the school and looked at the children’s books and other work. Based on these activities, he judged the school to be ‘Good’ in all areas, an improvement on the ‘Satisfactory’ grade at the previous inspection. “I am delighted that the inspector

recognised the hard work that has been ongoing at the school and the resulting good progress that the children have made. I am so proud to be the

headteacher of this very special village primary school and of the staff and pupils at Newton on Trent” said Mrs Alyson Bristow, Headteacher.

The report outlines many strengths including:

• … a marked improvement in the quality of teaching and pupils’ achievements

• Teachers know their pupils well• Relationships between adults and

pupils are very positive• There is high morale among adults

in the school• There is no under-achievement• Pupils feel safe at all times• Parents are strongly supportive of

the school

Mrs Bristow added “This judgement is confirmation that the school is on a path of rapid improvement. I know that many people have contributed to this success and these are the very people who will now help us move towards an ‘Outstanding’ grade at our next inspection”.

Key Stage 2 pupils at PGL - October 2013 Newton’s new pupils - September 2013

"… a marked improvement

in the quality of teaching and pupils’

achievements"Ofsted 2013

"Aiming high, enjoying the

journey"

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JK DISCOS PRESENTSA FREE CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS DISCO AND GAMES

TUESDAY DECEMBER 24thFROM 2pm UNTIL 4pm

AT THE FRIENDSHIP LAUGHTERTON

PLUS IF HE HAS TIME FATHER CHRISTMAS WILL BE DROPPING BY.

EVERYONE WELCOME. CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT.

THIS IS A FREE EVENT HOWEVER, THERE WILL BE A DONATION BUCKET AND ANY MONEY RAISEDWILL GO TO THE FRIENDS OF NEWTON SCHOOL FOR MORE INFO CONTACT JILL ON 01777 228221

Trentside Links Historical book appeal

Since taking over the Trentside Links in 2009 we have been entrusted with

lots of photos, maps and stories spanning many decades and we thought it would be nice to collate all the information we have collected and put it into a book. We shall donate a book to the library and each of the parish councils so that the history of our villages is accessible to all.

The parish councils have very kindly donated monies towards this project and we are asking the Heritage Lottery Fund for help too.

In order to make this book as informative and interesting as possible we need help from you in a few different ways.

1. Please send us any memorabilia you may have of our villages, this may take the form of photos, cine film, documents, maps, stories or anything else which maybe of interest. It could be that older members of your family have something tucked away, people move away taking old photos, memories etc with them but maybe you are in touch with these people still. We will scan any documents and photos straight away and give them back to you so you don’t have to worry about losing them.

2. Help will also be needed in the form of collecting information, searching

archives, proofreading and writing people’s stories.

If we are successful with the Heritage Lottery Fund we may even have a budget for training, however if we are unsuccessful the book shall still go ahead. The villages we cover are written on the front of the magazine and our contact details are:

Sue & Jon Oliver 01427 718837or email [email protected] alternatively Emma Barratt on 01427 718985.

Please see what you can do and help us to pen a book written with the help of the community.

do you have any old photos of the Trentside villages like this one of Fenton?

Old video and cine footage can be captured, digitised and preserved for future generations to enjoy. This was undertaken for the Laughterton war memorial service.

dont forget all our collected images can be view free at Flickr. Go to: www.flickr.com/trentsidelinks

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Trentside Reports

Reports from the Kettlethorpe & District Women's Institute

Annual dinner

This was our 40th anniversary, and what a splendid time had been

arranged. For a start a most unusual (and gratifying) rule was announced as we gathered. It was announced “Women are barred from the kitchen”. To back it up quite a few gents were seen in white shirts and bow ties, all willing to serve drinks and gorgeous titbits; furthermore they were cooking the dinner and waiting at tables.

This set the theme of indolence and relaxation for all ladies. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves right through second helpings of dessert; and after coffee with a slice of celebration cake the cabaret was first class. Mr Alan Bott has been

involved in acoustic music for forty years. He has played in many well-known musical shows and is particularly known for his clever interpretation of folk music. Accustomed to involving his audience, there were peals of laughter during his performance and many songs from the sixties - (long before our time you understand..?) were also sung with enthusiasm.

How can we top this evening until our 50th?

The above picture was donated to Trentside Links and we believe it is a picture from a WI gathering some years ago. If you are able to confirm the date, names & occasion please get in touch

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marton & Gate Burton village Hall for Hire

Holds up to 150

cost £10 per hour or £7 per hour for villagers

contact the caretaker on 01427 718792 on mon-Friday

9am-10am & 5pm-6.30pmsaturday 9am-10am

All other times please leave a message on answerphone.

September 2013

The evening began with invitations to other local institutes. Saxilby

have invited us for October 10th to hear about 'The Making of Meat Pies' while North/South Clifton are showing the film 'Marigold Hotel' on the 22nd October, both events commencing at 7.30pm in the Coronation Hall. The autumn meeting will be at Willingham on October 28th.

Members were reminded to bring their presents for the mental health group we support in Lincoln to our October meeting, also the parcels for Romania. This year the latter should be for children of any age. Vivienne Elliott advised that anyone who ordered diaries and calendars for 2014 should collect these as soon as possible.

Our speaker was Mr David Darby a retired headmaster. His subject was ‘The Golden Age of Radio’. His listeners were divided between those hearing about many former famous entertainers for the first time, and the memories of older members. We heard how when the BBC began under John Reith, it wanted to educate rather than entertain but the likes of Arthur Askey, Richard Murdoch, Tommy Handley (ITMA), Vic Oliver, Jack Warner - (before Dixon of Dock Green), George Formby and so many others prior to television all kept the public happy, especially during the war years. Tony Hancock, Hattie Jacques and Frankie Howerd, to name a few more

wi monthly Reports were 'born' on the radio before television got going. 'Take your Pick', 'Double your Money' and ‘Dick Barton Special Agent’ all delighted listeners, some from as early as the 1940s. However it was not just the information we were getting - it was the acting, the take-offs! I can remember all the comedians he described and he managed to bring them alive, singing, dancing, whatever their speciality had been! Needless to say he had us in stitches and was applauded heartily.

The raffles went to Kath Hostad, Sandy Etherington, Nancy Price and Vivienne Elliott.

October 2013

We had a special visitor at the October meeting, the WI advisor

Anne Lendrum. The President reminded us to bring our presents for Romania and the mental health association in Lincoln to the November meeting, and not to miss (as though we would) our bookings to see 'Singing in the Rain' at the end of the month. There is to be a session on the arrangement of flowers for Christmas, at Fulstow village hall on the 11th of December from 10.00 to 3.00pm. On Sunday 1st December there will be an afternoon of seasonal music at 4.00pm in Marton village hall.Our speaker was a Lincoln Cathedral historian, who has been a guide there for twenty years. Donald Simpson showed pictures as he described the ground chosen for the building and the tremendous work on it until completion.

The competition was won by my painting

of the cathedral done in the 17th century, sheep and all! The raffles went to Pat Brown, Susan Child, Ann Lister, Mavis Fisher and Mary Wicks.

Annual Dinner and Monthly ReportsElise Hawker, Lea

Are you looking for somewhere to have your

christmas party?

why not try marton village Hall?

For more information contact Jolene on

01427 718792

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I have been a supporter of Cardiff City Football Club as long as I can

remember. I have to admit, that, if going to see them play is a mark of loyalty and commitment, then I must be one of their most useless fans. I have only seen them play once. A thrilling 3-3 draw at Swindon in 1964, or thereabouts. But, although I've only been to watch them once in 60-odd years, I have this kind of ill-defined affection for Cardiff. I always try and watch Final Score to see how they have got on. I was thrilled when they reached the cup final a few years ago, only to lose to Portsmouth, but thrilled again last year when they achieved promotion to the Premiership, the first time in 51 my team had been in the top flight. They have made a reasonable start against the big boys, but tensions between owner and manager are brewing, which does not bode well for their survival.

In many ways, my support of Cardiff, interested, curious, but not too enthusiastic, not fanatical, nor anything like that, is a bit like many people's attitude to the Church of England. In the last census more than 60% of people said they believed in God, but only nearer 1% express that belief by going to their local church with any regularity, but that doesn't mean the church is of

The vicar writes no importance to them. Try re-ordering a church, moving choir stalls, organ, or, above all else, pews, and people who rarely darken the church's door will come and fight to maintain things as they are. And suggest closing a church, and you will find people coming from all over the place, to fight to keep their church open.

Like me with Cardiff City, many people have an ill-defined affection for the church, so they fight to maintain it as it is, so that it might be there as a bastion of reassurance at climactic moments in life, especially birth, marriage and death. People find it hard to put into words why they want their marriage in church, or what having their baby christened really means

to them, but although they may find it hard to articulate a reason, it really does matter to them. It's something they really want to seal their relationship, or to gratefully welcome a new arrival into the family.

Maybe I shouldn't be surprised that people find it difficult to put these deep religious feelings into words. If someone asked me, 'Why do you bother with Cardiff 's result when you never go to watch them?' I would be stumped for an answer, Yet, I know as I switch on the results how they have got on this week really does matter to me. And so it is for the church with many people today. They like the idea of the church building being

their as a reassurance of continuity. They use the services of the church to celebrate significant family events, which, are very important to them even they rarely attend church for anything else. And in this group of people is held an affection for the church which is really important to us. We need their support if we are to sustain the parish system long into the 21st century. So rather than berating them for not coming more regularly to church, as we sometimes do, we should rejoice that there is this group of people who have our best interests at heart, and work with them for the good of the church and its ministry And Cardiff, how are they getting on? Well they lost 4-1 to Chelsea last week, and are only just above the relegation places. Big match tomorrow against fellow strugglers, Norwich. Come on bluebirds!!

Rhys Prosser 01522 702427

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Gainsborough Rural southNeighbourhood Policing Team

PCSO Glenn Patchett has temporarily left our neck of the woods to fill a

vacancy in Nettleham. We certainly wish him well and a speedy return, although that won’t be until sometime in the new year.

BIKES – Lock them up, we have had several cases of stolen bikes, left unattended up against fences or the garage wall and lo and behold they get taken. Expensive bikes too!

There have been a few reports of doorstep salesmen selling, ie mattresses (now they must have bounced), rugs and other goods at greatly reduced prices, if they seem too good to be true then they probably are!

Whilst you are out and about, especially during the day when a lot of folk are at work, be vigilant and a good neighbour and ring in if you see an unknown vehicle pull onto your neighbours drive or walking up their drive, going through any skips on their property etc. This is where

the community and neighbourhood need you!

PCSO Goodwill was invited to the unveiling of the Stow village sign, a very historic moment. Linda Kiddle, whose late husband was the fundraiser for the sign, had the honour of the unveiling.

Would you like to sign up your street as a ‘No Cold-Calling Zone’? We work alongside Trading Standards to help you avoid rogue traders. You can leave your name and number on 01522 805746.

Please report any unusual ‘after dark’ callers by ringing 101. We want everyone to be safe and not to become a victim of crime.

We are contributing to Gainsborough NPT Facebook page if you have access and it is an excellent media for sending out and receiving information.

If you would like to be involved in helping us solve our crimes please join us on Lincolnshire Alert. If you do not have email you can complete a form available from your team. Ring 01522 805746 and leave your name and address and we will drop a form into you. Or if you are on email join us on www.lincsalert.co.uk

Over 25 years of fighting crimeAn introduction to the charity

Crimestoppers

If you would like to pass on information about crime anonymously you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or through the charity’s secure online

st Peter’s church,main street, Torksey

saturday 16th November 20132.00pm to 4.00pm

To be held in church

A sale of handmade Christmas cards and Christmas decorations

Light refreshments will also

be availableTea - Coffee - Cakes – Biscuits….

as well as a raffle £1 for a drink and cake

All proceeds to the St Peter's

Church Fabric Fund

Works to replace the Church tower roof and belfry floor

as well as repairs to the roof drainage are now almost

complete. The next stage will bring the present heating back

into service

Please lend your support to this event!

form at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

The FIRST point of contact with Lincolnshire Police should always be 101 because they CAN handle your call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week UNLESS IT IS AN EMERGENCY - THEN RING 999


Linda Kiddle at the unveiling of the Stow village sign

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GAiNsBOROuGH cHORAL sOciETY (Founded 1860)

The Choral Society is a hundred-plus strong choir and gave its first concert

on 2nd November 1860.

We rehearse on Thursdays during school terms (September to March) from 7.30pm to 9.15pm at Queen Elizabeth's High School, Morton Terrace, Gainsborough.

Annual subscription for singers (including hire of music and tuition) is £65 (adults), £10 (Students - who may pay as £5 per half season).

New members are always welcome.

To receive details in advance, or to discuss joining the Society, please contact:

Deirdre Speed (Hon. Secretary).20 The Wharf, Morton, Gainsborough, DN21 3BL

Tel: 01427 [email protected]

www.gainsboroughcs.co.ukRegistered Charity No: 702607

Saturday 16th November 2013All Saints' Church, Gainsborough 7.30pm

GREAT BRITTEN

A celebration of the centenary of the birth of Benjamin Britten

St.Nicolas•SerenadeforTenor,HornandStrings•JubilateDeo

The National Anthem

Tenor: Mark WildeFrench Horn: Janice Stockdale

Organ: Simon Corner

Lincoln Pro Musica(with conductor, Martin Stockdale)

Lincoln Minster Girls Choir (with choirmaster, Charles Harrison)

Grimsby Minster boys

Saturday 14th December 2013All Saints' Church, Gainsborough 7.30pm

CAROLS FOR ALL

Lincoln Pro MusicaQEHS singers and instrumentalists

Simon Corner & Steven Maxson(Organ & Piano)

TICKETS

November & March£12 (adults)£10 (concessions: Age, Student over 14, Unemployed)£1 Accompanied Child under 14

December:£10 (reserved)£8 (Unreserved / restricted view)£1 Accompanied Child under 14

Tickets may be purchased up to one month in advance from:Horsleys, 27 Church Street, GainsboroughTel: 01427 513014

st margaret’s church, marton

We know not everyone has got the Christmas spirit just yet, but St Margaret’s Church are holding a Christmas Fayre on Saturday, 23rd November at

Marton Village Hall.

We commence proceedings at 2pm. We have a variety of stalls including tombola, handmade

greetings cards, homemade cakes, fancy scarves and many

others.

Tea, coffee and mince pies will also be available.

Come and join us and kick Christmas off to a good start

and a get in some early Christmas shopping.

If you want further information please contact John or Pauline

Gibbs on 01427 718304.

Our next coffee afternoon will be held in March 2014,

weather permitting.

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wHAT's ON at Village Hall, Marton

GROuP dAY TimE cONTAcT TELIndoor Bowls Monday 2pm - 4pm Di & John Gibbs 01427 718304

Art Class Commitee room Monday 2pm - 4pm Joyce

David01427 71768601427 718854

Line Dancing Monday 7.30pm - 9.30pm Christine & Richard 01427 617205

Village Hall Committee Meeting Committee room

Second Monday of the month 7.30pm David Smith

Chris Durning01427 71827501427 718558

Clairvoyant/Medium Tuesday 7pm - 9.30pm Michael Butterfield 07843 161713

Parish Council Meeting (Committee Room)

First Tuesday of the month 7pm Steve Spence

Gill Martin01427 71879301427 718377

Art Class (Committee Room) Wednesday 2pm - 4pm Arnold Nisbet 01427 718534

W.I.Third

Wednesday of the month

7.30pm Mrs G WorrelMrs M Scott

01427 71835801427 718844

Mothers & Toddlers Thursday 9am - 11am Gemma 01427 717778

Darby & Joan Thursday 2pm - 4pm Mrs P Hammond 01427 718626

Youth Club:Marton Chapel in winterVillage Hall playing field

(weather permitting)

Thursday 7pm - 9pm ElaineGareth

07702 83063307584 027742

Tea Dance First Thursday of every month 2pm - 4pm John & Helen

Nicholson 01522 702638

MGC (Marton Grub Club) First Friday of the month 12.30pm - 2.30pm Chris

Lorraine01427 71855801427 718422

Dog training Sunday 9.30am - 10.30am Janet Law 01427 615028

Outdoor Bowls April - Sept John Barton 01427 719051

Football CLub Steve Horgan 01427 717252

Gainsborough Organ societyThe weston Rooms, Hickman

street, Gainsborough dN21 2dZ

Thursday 28 November7.30pm - Claire Greig

sunday 15 december2.30pm - Nicholas Martin

Christmas Concert

Refreshments including licensed bar available at all events, free car parking opposite the rooms.

Contact Mr Peter Naulls on01427 615265

LAUGHTERTON BOWLS CLUBNAYLOR’S HILLS FARM, NEWARK ROAD, LAUGHTERTON

WE ARE A SMALL CLUB, PLAY 3 TIMES A WEEK AND HAVE CLUB COMPETITIONS AND BBQs. WE ALSO PLAY FRIENDLY MATCHES AGAINST OTHER LOCAL CLUBS - YOU WILL NOT BE OBLIGED TO PLAY IN A TEAM IF YOU PREFER NOT TO. WE HAVE SPARE SETS

OF WOODS SO ALL YOU NEED ARE SOME FLAT SHOES.

PLEASE COME ALONG ANY TUESDAY EVENING FROM 6.30PM AND HAVE A GO, YOU NEVER KNOW YOU MAY HAVE FUN!

IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACTVIV ON 01427 718306 OR JOHN ON 01427 718333

Trentside community Notices


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PARisH cOuNciL cONTAcTs BramptonMrs M Whiting, SecretaryThe Plot, Brampton, LN1 2EGTel: 01427 717024

Fenton & Torksey LockMrs Shirley Shaw, ClerkDaplaunli House, Lincoln Rd,Fenton, LN1 2EPTel: 01427 718457

kettlethorpe & LaughtertonMr R Gee, Clerk2 Swynford Close, LaughtertonLincs, LN1 2LGTel: 01427 717868

knaithJackie Hunt, Clerk1 White CottagesWillingham RoadKnaith ParkLincs DN21 5EUTel: 01427 610864

marton and Gate BurtonMrs Gillian Martin, Clerk6 Mount Pleasant Close, Marton, Gainsborough, Lincs, DN21 5AE Tel: 01427 718377

Newton on TrentMr R Pilgrim, Clerk2 Cedar Close, The Elms, Torksey,Lincs, LN1 2NHTel: 01427 718388

ThorneyMrs Anna Dennison, ClerkArden , Main Street, Thorney, Newark, Notts NG23 7BSTel: 01522 702748

TorkseyMr R Pilgrim, Clerk2 Cedar Close, The Elms, Torksey,Lincs, LN1 2NHTel: 01427 718388

sOciAL AcTiviTiEs AT TORksEY

TORksEY BOOk cLuB

Meetings will be held 3rd Tuesday of the month at the tea room at

Torksey Lock at 11am.Please contact Joyce Jones on

01427 717686

TORksEY cRAFT GROuP

Meetings will be held on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 2pm at the tea room at Torksey Lock.

Please contact Marjorie Kettlewell on 01427 717786

TORksEY HisTORY GROuP

Are you interested in or have knowledge of local history?

Meetings will be held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2pm at the tea room at Torksey Lock.

For more information contactRay Watling on 01427 717435

AiR GuN OwNERs

Interested in target shooting? We are a group of enthusiasts

affiliated to a Lincoln HFT club who share transport and techno-chat to pursue our enthusiasm for this great sport. For more

information please contact Joe Laurenson on 01427 717846

TORksEY ANd disTRicTcROQuET cLuB

Come and join us on the village green, Tuesday and Saturday afternoons from 2pm-4pm. It’s a fun sociable game;

come and give it a try, all the equipment is provided.

For more information please contact Joe Laurenson,

Membership Secretary, on01427 717846.

TAi cHi

Tai Chi lessons will be held Thursday afternoons from 3.00pm until 4.00pm at the Hume Arms,

For more information please contact John Viney on

01427 718827.

TEA dANciNG

Come and join us on the first Thursday of the month 2pm–4pm at Marton village hall, music by

Helen and John Nicholson.Cost £3.50 which includestea and biscuits. For more

information please contact John and Helen on 01522 702638.

wALkiNG GROuP

Meet at the Elms top car park to arrange car sharing. We will leave the Elms promptly at 10.30 am.

14th November’s walk willbe Misterton.

All welcome, no need to book, just turn up. We will always walk unless in extremely bad weather.

Future dates; for more information please contact Anne

Bradshaw on 01427 717492

cOmPuTER cLuB

The computer club meets alternate weeks

2nd Friday of the month and the 4th Thursday of the month

For more information please contact Christina Moore on 01427

718539 or Terry Bartlamon 01427 858487

TORksEY GARdENERs

Our group meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 11.15 for 11.30am at the tea room at

Torksey Lock.

We welcome all who have an interest in gardens and gardening.

For more information please contact Christina Moore on 01427

718539

EvERYONE is wELcOmE TOALL THE AcTiviTiEs

**TAG wEBsiTE LAuNcHEd**

See the notice on page 13 for more information

kettlethorpevillage Hall

FOR HiRE

Available for allsocial gatheringsCooking facilities,crockery & cutlery

Seating for 80Stage available on request

Eco-lighting • Radiator heating

contact the booking secretary:

sharon wilcox Beech House, Brampton, Torksey, Lincoln LN1 2EG.

Tel: 01427 718637mob: 07813 564319

[email protected]

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CHURCH SERVICESKettlethorpe, Newton & Torksey

17 November09.00 Holy Communion Newton

09.00 Holy Communion Kettlethorpe11.00 Holy Communion Torksey

24 November09.00 Holy Communion Kettlethorpe

11.00 Holy Communion TorkseyNO SERVICE NEWTON

1 december09.00 Morning Prayer Newton

09.00 Morning Prayer Kettlethorpe10.00 Group Service Torksey

8 december09.00 Holy Communion Kettlethorpe

11.00 Morning Prayer TorkseyNO SERVICE NEWTON

13 October09.00 Holy Communion Kettlethorpe

11.00 Holy Communion TorkseyNO SERVICE AT NEWTON

15 december09.00 Holy Communion Newton11.00 Holy Communion Torksey

15.00 Carol Service Kettlethorpe

22 december09.00 Holy Communion Kettlethorpe

11.00 Holy Communion TorkseyNO SERVICE AT NEWTON

24 december23.30 Midnight Mass Kettlethorpe

NO SERVICE AT NEWTON OR TORKSEY

25 december - christmas day09.30 Holy Communion Newton11.00 Holy Communion TorkseyNO SERVICE AT KETTLETHORPE

29 december10.00 Holy Communion Willingham

NO SERVICE AT NEWTON AND KETTLETHORPE

5 January09.00 Morning Prayer Newton

09.00 Holy Communion Kettlethorpe10.00 Group Service Torksey

PARisH cLERGY Rev canon Rhys Prosser

Tel: 01522 [email protected]

Rev stephanie Prosser Tel: 01522 702427

[email protected]

Rev Pam Rose Tel: 01427 787578

Rev Phillip wainTel: 01427 613188

To arrange for christenings & weddings please contact the appropriate vicar from the above list.

Trentside church Notices

CHURCH SERVICESSt Helen's Church Thorney

1 december17.00 Holy Communion

8 december10.30 Morning Worship

18 december19.30 Carols by Candlelight

Followed by Mince Pies and hot drinks

25 decemberChristmas Day

09.00 Holy Communion

Join us in our celebrations!

Please check the church notice board to be sure of service times and dates which are subject to change. Details for services in January will be on

the notice board as well.

We hope to have a few activities during the autumn and winter, to bring the community together. Join us for our Carols by Candlelight

in Church.

Even if the weather is cold, you’re guaranteed a warm welcome.

We look forward to seeing youat St Helen’s.

Anne Massey

WE CAN HELPKettlethorpe United Charities has funds to help people in need who live in Fenton, Kettlethorpe or Laughterton. Apply in confidence to see if you

are eligible by contacting one of the Trustees:

Mrs Rosalie Fowler 01427 718619Mrs Anne Wingham 01427 717545Revd Rhys Prosser 01522 702427We can help if we know your need.

St Peter's Church in Torksey is starting "Bring a Tin Sunday" beginning 27th October and then every 4th Sunday in the month.The tins and packets will go to Gainsborough Salvation Army and

Lincoln Community Larder.

st Peter’s church, Newton on Trentchristmas carol concert

Wednesday 18th December at 7.30pm. Mince pies and mulled wine will be served during the concert. The

Christmas draw will be made this evening too. Please come and sing and enjoy some new and some

traditional carols.

As in previous years we are seeking sponsors to provide and decorate a Christmas tree in the church from first

week in December until the new year. Contact Mike Price 01777 228437 for details.


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FREE BUS TO TESCO, LINCOLNTO TESCO, CANWICK ROAD, LINCOLN

EVERY WEDNESDAY - SERVICE T15

Departs from:

The Elms . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09.20Torksey Caravan Site . . . . . . 09.30Fenton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09.35Laughterton . . . . . . . . . . . 09.38Newton on Trent . . . . . . . . 09.42Arrives TEscO Lincoln . . . . 10.15

departs TEscO Lincoln . . . . 11.55

FREE BUS TO TESCO, GAINSBOROUGH - EVERY THURSDAY

Marton Church . . . . . . . . . . . 10.40Marton (Tillbridge Lane) . . . . 10.42Sturton (Cross Roads) . . . . . . 10.50Sturton School . . . . . . . . . . . 10.51Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.53Willingham . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.56Kexby Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.59Upton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.01Heapham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.04Springthorpe . . . . . . . . . . . . 11.07Corringham (Becket Arms) . . . 11.12Arrives TEscOGainsborough . . . . . . . . . . . 11.22

departs TEscO . . . . . . . . . . 13.00GainsboroughCorringham (Becket Arms) . . . 13.10Springthorpe . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.15Heapham . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.18Upton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.21Kexby Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.23Willingham . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.26Stow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.29Sturton (School) . . . . . . . . . . 14.01Sturton (Crossroads) . . . . . . . 14.02Marton (Tillbridge Lane) . . . . 14.10Marton Church . . . . . . . . . . . 14.12

Lincoln � Saxilby 106with connections to Gainsborough

route number 106 106 106 106 106 106journey codes SSH SDLincoln City Bus Station 0740 0740 0910 1110 1310 1735Saxilby High Street arrive 0753 0753 0924 1124 1324 1748

Saxilby High Street depart 0755 0755 0926 1126 1326 1755Newton on Trent -- -- 0934 1134 1334 1803Laughterton -- -- 0936 1136 1336 1805Fenton -- -- 0939 1139 1339 1808Torksey -- -- 0942 1142 1342 1810Marton Church -- -- 0947 1147 1347 1815Sturton by Stow 0800 0800 0952 1152 1352 1820Stow 0805 0805 0955 1155 1355 1823Willingham 0808 0808 0958 1158 1358 1825Kexby Chapel 0811 0811 1001 1201 1401 1828Upton 0813 0813 1003 1203 1403 1830Heapham 0817 0817 1006 1206 1406 1833Springthorpe 0821 0821 1009 1209 1409 1836Corringham 0825 0825 1013 1213 1413 1840Queen Elizabeth School -- 0840 -- -- -- --Gainsborough Bus Station 0837 0845 1025 1225 1425 1850

MONDAY TO SATURDAY except Bank Holidays

Lincoln � Gainsborough 105 107 MONDAY TO SATURDAY except Bank Holidays

Gainsborough � Saxilby 106 with connections to Lincoln

route number 106 106 106 106 106journey codes SD SSHGainsborough Bus Station 0940 1140 1340 1540 1545Queen Elizabeth High Sch -- -- -- 1545 --Corringham 0950 1150 1350 1555 1555Springthorpe 0953 1153 1353 1559 1559Heapham 0956 1156 1356 1603 1603Upton 0959 1159 1359 1607 1607Kexby Corner 1002 1202 1402 1609 1609Willingham 1005 1205 1405 1612 1612Stow 1008 1208 1408 1615 1615Sturton by Stow 1013 1213 1413 1620 1620Marton Church 1020 1220 1420 1623 1623Torksey 1025 1225 1425 1628 1628Fenton 1027 1227 1427 1630 1630Laughterton 1031 1231 1431 1635 1635Newton on Trent 1035 1235 1435 1642 1642Saxilby High Street arrive 1043 1243 1443 1650 1650

Saxilby High Street depart 1045 1245 1445 1652 1652Lincoln City Bus Station 1100 1300 1500 1707 1707

route number 107 105 107journey codes SDLaughton Lane End -- -- 0717Gainsborough Bus Station 0640 0725 0727Gainsborough Lea Rd Stn 0644 0729 0731Lea Green 0648 0733 0735Knaith 0650 -- 0737Knaith Park -- 0736 --Upton -- 0740 --Kexby Corner -- 0743 --Gate Burton 0651 -- 0738Willingham -- 0746 --Stow -- 0750 --Sturton by Stow -- 0755 --Marton Church 0652 -- 0739Torksey 0658 -- 0745Fenton 0700 -- 0747Saxilby High Street -- 0800 --Lincoln Castle Academy -- 0825 --Lincoln City Bus Station 0720 -- 0810

MONDAY TO SATURDAY except Bank Holidays

Gainsborough � Lincoln 105 107 MONDAY TO SATURDAY except Bank Holidays

For additional journeys between Gainsborough and Lincolnplease see separate InterConnect 100 timetable

journey codes SD Schooldays CD College Days SSH Saturdays and School HolidaysF Fridays MTH Monday to Thursday

route number 105 105 107 107journey codes SD SD SSH CDjourney codes F MTHLincoln City Bus Station -- -- 1530 1730Lincoln Unity Square -- -- -- 1735Lincoln Castle Academy 1440 1520 -- --Saxilby High Street 1454 1534 -- --Fenton -- -- 1550 1755Torksey -- -- 1553 1758Marton Church -- -- 1557 1802Sturton by Stow 1459 1539 -- --Stow 1504 1544 -- --Willingham 1507 1547 -- --Gate Burton -- -- 1600 1805Kexby Chapel 1509 1549 -- --Upton 1512 1552 -- --Knaith Park 1516 1556 -- --Knaith -- -- 1601 1806Lea Green 1520 1600 1603 1808Gainsborough Lea Rd Stn 1524 1604 1607 1812Gainsborough Bus Station 1530 1610 1613 1818Laughton Lane End -- -- -- 1824

To comply with Department of Transport guidance,this service connects at Saxilby. The connection isguaranteed and passengers may stay on the vehicle.

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