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May 2018 Bodenham Newsletter 1st Gardening Club 3rd Mothers’ Union Posh Afternoon Tea 18th Quiz Night 6th & 7th Open Gardens 7th Benefice Walk 29th Flood Group Meeting 10th Knit-In 14th Parish Council Meeting 14th Leisure Club Contents Page Page Church 2 StarTots 14 Parish Council 3 & 4 Nursery 14 Art Group 4 BWg 14 Christian Fellowship 4 Quiz Night 15 Mothers’ Union 4 County Councillors Report 17 Bowling Club 5 Benefice Walk 17 Leisure Club 5 Go Toads! 18 Open Gardens 6 Poetry Group 19 Gardening Club 6 Events Calendar 19 Lugg Valley Friends 6 Flood Group 20 Girl Guide News 6 Advertise 21 Parish Hall News 7 Mothers’ Union Afternoon Tea 21 School PTA Auction 8 & 9 Ramblers 9 Newsletter Details 22 Carers Support 9 Poetry 10 Flicks Questionnaire 11

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May 2018

Bodenham Newsletter

1st Gardening Club

3rd Mothers’ Union Posh Afternoon Tea 18th Quiz Night

6th & 7th Open Gardens

7th Benefice Walk 29th Flood Group Meeting

10th Knit-In

14th Parish Council Meeting

14th Leisure Club

Contents Page PageChurch 2 StarTots 14Parish Council 3 & 4 Nursery 14Art Group 4 BWg 14Christian Fellowship 4 Quiz Night 15Mothers’ Union 4 County Councillors Report 17Bowling Club 5 Benefice Walk 17Leisure Club 5 Go Toads! 18Open Gardens 6 Poetry Group 19Gardening Club 6 Events Calendar 19Lugg Valley Friends 6 Flood Group 20Girl Guide News 6 Advertise 21Parish Hall News 7 Mothers’ Union Afternoon Tea 21School PTA Auction 8 & 9 Ramblers 9 Newsletter Details 22Carers Support 9Poetry 10Flicks Questionnaire 11

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2St Michael & All Angels’ Church, Bodenham Despite the weather, the Easter Services were well attended. We enjoyed singing the Easter hymns and the big Paschal candle was lit. It reminds us that Jesus was called “the light of the world” and it will be lit at all Services until Pentecost (Whit Sunday). After that the Easter Candle will be alight for Baptisms and Funerals. We no longer celebrate May Day in the village as we might once have done, with a May Queen, a Maypole, Morris-dancing and sports but we do have two Bank Holidays this month to spend as we wish.On the first of these, Monday 7th May you might like to join us on the usual Rogationtide Walk around the Benefice. It will start at Sutton St Nicholas Church at 10am, coffee will be at Marden Church at 11am, lunch at Amberley Church at 1pm and tea at Bodenham Church at 4pm. You can join at any stage and do as little or as much as you wish. More details can be found at the back of the church. In past ages there used to be processions going round the parish to “beat the bounds” on Rogation Sunday. Rogation from the Latin word ‘rogare’- means to ask. It is the time, as we plant our crops, to ask for God’s blessing on our fields and gardens.This year in our parish we have celebrated a Diamond Wedding, Golden Weddings and some 90th birthdays. It speaks well for healthy living and longevity in our village! By the time you read this, we shall have had our Annual Parochial Church Meeting. It is a chance for people to find out what is happening in the church, to give their views and make suggestions. Apart from the Church Services, church life and planning events, we are responsible for the care and maintenance of our church and churchyard. Tom James- Moore’s Report is in this Newsletter. People often judge a village by the state of its public buildings, the church, the school, the hall, the shop and the pub. We are custodians of these and want to hand them on to the next generation in good shape. Vivien Moffitt & Tom James-Moore

St Michael & All AngelsServices During May

Sunday 6th May. 6.00pm Evensong Sunday 13th May. 9.30 Holy communion Rev. Allison Leigh Sunday 20thh May. 9.30am Matins 6.00pm Evensong Sunday 27th May. 9.30am Holy Communion Preb. David Roberts

BODENHAM CHURCH Report of the Fabric & Grounds – March 2018 1. The church grounds are in good condition and are well maintained, though the trees are causing some concern due to the number of branches that have broken off. Sue Hack is going to do a Risk Assessment of the churchyard for which I am grateful. 2. Richard Morgan keeps the lawn mown very well and his fee this year will be £160 per mow. 3. Moles continue to be a problem and I am taking action to control them. 4. Some graves need levelling. I hope the families of the deceased will seek to do all they can. 5. The fabric of the church needs some attention, i.e. the gutters, roof tiles, moss, floors and lighting. 6. My thanks to all the good people who do so much work behind the scenes fund-raising, cleaning, flower arranging, book-keeping, secretarial work and all those other tasks to keep our church in good order. 7. Last but not least my thanks to Vivien Moffitt, Tony Smith and Peter Tomlinson for their support and work in arranging and taking services, attending meetings, opening and shutting the Church daily. It does our wonderful church proud. Tom James-Moore March 2018

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3 The Parish Council made no objection to either application. The detailed comments made by the Parish Council can be seen on the Herefordshire Council Planning website (www.herefordshire.gov.uk/info/200142/planning_services). The comments made at the Parish Council meeting can be found in the Parish Council minutes on the Parish website www.bodenhamparish.org.uk PlaygroundAt the Siward James Centre on Saturday 14th April two playground suppliers presented their proposals for replacing the playground with a new modern facility. Although the presentations were not well attended, useful feedback was obtained, which may enable the Parish Council to decide on a new design at its meeting on 14th May. It is possible - but by no means certain - that a new playground may be installed by the end of the summer.Vacancy on the Parish Council (Update)The vacancy on the Parish Council has still not been filled. The Parish Council would like to co-opt a new councillor at its meeting on 14th May. If you would like to nominate yourself or someone else, please contact either the Chairman of the Parish Council or the Parish Clerk before the meeting. Their contact details are shown below.Minutes of Parish Council meetings…….……..can be found on the Parish Council website - www.bodenhamparish.org.ukReporting potholesIt is easy to report a new pothole to Herefordshire Council. Go to https://myaccount.herefordshire.gov.uk/report-a-pothole , where you can set up an account or report a pothole anonymously. or go to www.fixmystreet.com . Parish meetingsThe next meeting of the Parish Council is at 7.00pm on Monday 14th May and will be preceded by the Annual Parish Meeting and Annual Parish Council Meeting. The after that is on Monday 4th June at 7.30pm. All meetings take place at the Siward James Centre. Everyone is most welcome to attend and to raise any matters of concern during the slot reserved for this purpose or, you can raise matters in advance by contacting Chris Smith, Parish Clerk, on 01568 797132 or by email at [email protected] parish website………….. is continually updated. Find the latest about the Bodenham Neighbourhood Plan; The Home page shows a list of future events and all the latest notices, useful addresses and much more: www.bodenhamparish.org.uk

PARISH COUNCIL NEWS

Annual Meetings The Parish Council meeting on 14th May will be preceded by the Annual Parish meeting and the Annual Parish Council meeting, beginning at 7pm. All local organisations, groups and societies are encouraged to submit an annual report on their activities for consideration at the Annual Parish meeting and subsequent inclusion on the parish website. Please send any report to the Parish Clerk by 7th May. If you wish to present your report, please inform the Parish Clerk. A projector is available.Litter Pick The photograph below shows the proceeds of the latest litter pick - held on Saturday 24th March - which was the most successful ever. 30 bags of rubbish were collected, plus two tyres, a cable drum, other large objects and, no kidding, a large squashed litter bin.

In alphabetical order the 23 litter pickers were: Rebecca and Tim Burnill, Kay and Tony Clark, Ade and Daz Collins, Wendy and Dave Curd, Jennifer Easson, Robin George, Natasha Hallam, Frank Hulme, Tom James-Moore, Louise Little, Susan and Andrew Maxwell, Tony Mitcheson, Nan Murdoch, Jenny Nicolson, Sally Pointer, Piers Roberts, Chris Smith. Thanks are also due to Babs Mitcheson for preparing the soup and coffee, Jeff and Lyn Pollard for the bread rolls and Balfour Beatty for providing the equipment and removing the rubbish. The next litter pick will be held on Saturday 3rd November.Planning applicationsThe following planning applications were considered at the Parish Council meeting on 9th April: - 180696: Land at The Walled Garden: Application for variation of condition 2 of planning permission P162506/F. To enable alternative dwelling design. - 180600: Upper Maund Farm: Proposed agricultural buildings to replace storm damagedbuildings.

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BODENHAM CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP(Chapel Lane, Bodenham)

You are welcome to join with us at any of the services or meetings held at the Chapel

Services for May 6th 10.30am Worship Service - Mike

Wilkinson13th 10.30am Worship Service - Ken Morey20th 10.30am Worship Service - Jeff Hankins

27th 10.30am Fellowship and Communion

All services will be followed by refreshments.

Cafe @ Chapel meets every Thursday morning. Why not call in for a coffee and a chat at any time between 10.30am and 12 noon.Bodenham Christian Fellowship:Contact Peter Lefroy-Owen (760580)

Midweek Study and Discussion Group The Bible Study and Prayer meetings will be held at 7.30pm as follows; covering difficult questions we may face and looking to the Bible for guidance. All meetings at the ChapelMay 3rd Different Bible Versions. Led by Len.May 10th The God of the Old Testament and the God of the New. May 17th Why Does God Allow Suffering?May 24th What Does the Bible Say About Abortion? Led by David.May 31st Does God Always Answer Prayer?

BODENHAM PARISH COUNCIL 2017/18Cllr Tony Clark [email protected] 01568 797943Cllr Sharon Collin [email protected] 01568 797366 Cllr Jim Crane [email protected] 01568 707095Cllr Dennis Jackson [email protected] 01568 797404 Cllr Pam James-Moore [email protected] 01568 797330 (Chairman)Cllr Richard Layton [email protected] 01568 797251Cllr Tony Mitcheson [email protected] 01568 797170 (Vice-chairman)Cllr David Tilford [email protected] 01568 797658Cllr Kathy Tremain [email protected] 01568 797751(Vacancy)Chris Smith (Parish Clerk) www.bodenhamparish.org.uk 01568 797132Cllr Bruce Baker - [email protected] - is the Herefordshire Councillor for the Hampton ward.

BODENHAM MOTHERS’ UNIONThursday 3rd: We are holding a Posh Afternoon Tea, followed by entertainment, at Siward James 3pm - 5pm. Money raised is for MU Crisis Intervention Fund. Tickets £5 each from Sylvia Hulme 01432 820149Branch Leader: Pat Horrigan 01568-797044

Ladies Bible StudyTuesday 1st and 15th April from 10.00am to 11.30am.Continuing the study entitled ‘Jesus through Old Testament eyes’.Contact Rebecca Burnill 01568 797823

Bodenham Romania Support GroupThursday 10th May Knit-In at 14 Brockington Road.

BODENHAM ART GROUP

WE MEET EVERY WEDNESDAY IN THE

CHAPEL on CHAPEL LANE from 10am, to 12.30pm.

ALL AGES AND ABILITY Contact Vic or Jenny 01568 797545

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Shire’sTree ServicesTree felling and dismantling

Dead and dangerous tree removalCrown raising and shaping

Small tree pruningHedge reduction and trimming

Firewood 1 Ton Bag £55

Fully Insured ED STOBO (Head Tree Surgeon) Fully Qualified

Mobile 07969 805016 Office: 01568 797855

BODENHAM LEISURE CLUB Apologies for omitting to inform you all of the Club’s Annual Meeting that was held on April 23rd followed by a Cream Tea. No, it was not a ruse to get more people there with the promise of a game of Bingo, a genuine error on my part.!

Our Coach Trip to Chester was enjoyed by all who took part. NEXT COACH TRIP will be on JULY 23rd, details later.MAY 14th at 2.30 pm we will meet in the Parish Hall for a demonstration of BOBBIN LACE WORK. Mrs. Ann Graham and her fellow Lace Maker, Louise Ash, will give us an opportunity to try your hand at this skill. Visitors and guests are warmly welcomed. Light refreshments, Raffle and Sales Table as usual.MAY 28th there will be NO MEETING as this is Bank Holiday weekend.For any further information call Nan Murdoch, Programme Secretary 01568 797595.

BODENHAM FORGESelf-Catering Accommodation

Four charming properties situated on the banksof the River Lugg, in the picturesque village of Bodenham. The Old Stables, The Smithy, The Hayloft and The Granary,

all provide a double and twin bedroom, and benefit fromample off-road parking, free Wi-Fi and private fishing.

Accommodation is available to-let for weekend breaks,

holidays or longer stays.Rated 4 Star Self-Catering Accommodation

by Visit EnglandPaul and Salma Courtney

01568 797144www.bodenhamforge.co.uk

BODENHAM BOWLING CLUB After a seemingly endless winter and wet spring the outdoor season has begun. The green is in great shape after a thorough autumn / winter / early spring treatment. Mr C Walters and other members have already cut and swept the green in readiness for the opening of the green. Mrs J Fryer, Mrs A Walters, Mrs B Carter and myself have helped sort the pavilion in readiness and ensured that our catering box that comes into use for friendlies is well stocked. Club evenings at 6.00pm for a prompt 6.15 start are underway and we all hope that some warm sunny evenings will help us ensure happy friendly club evenings. The TRIPLES competition is being drawn each club night and the committee hopes this new format will ensure all members having the opportunity to play with different members each week. Friendlies and men’s league details are on the club schedule and also on the village web site. As we play in our 35th season within the grounds of the Siward James and Arkwright Trust we will always welcome new players. We can supply woods if you have none and only ask that you wear smooth soled footwear to protect the green. We are already planning our social event, a Hog Roast and we are delighted to have secured the same company to prepare the hog as last year. This will take place on SUNDAY 12th August 2018 and it is open to members, family, friends and villagers. This has always been a happy village event and more details will be published in next months newsletter. I hope we all have a happy warm summer and even if you do not want to try the game of bowls you will always be welcome to come and watch.Barbara Gibson (01568 797643 call minder)

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GARDENING CLUB

May 1st. Plant sale, plants for your pots and baskets grown locally by our

Chairman Mr D Griffiths. Also tickets will be on sale for the July meeting which is

our Summer Garden Party, ticket only and they are £7.50 each.

June 5th. Visit to Private Garden 7pm

July 3rd. Summer Party 7pm ticket only

Girlguiding News Marden Guides & Rangers are planning some exciting activities for this term, including visits to Queenswood, celebrating 100 years of votes for women, and getting ready for our summer camp. Keep your eyes peeled if you are in Marden- you may find a surprise! In the summer, we will be going to Wellies & Wristbands, which is a Girlguiding festival style camp – with music, creative arts and adventurous activities. We thought that we would try something different! New members are always welcome in Brownies, Guides and Rangers. Why not come along to a meeting to find out more about us?For Brownies (Age 7-10 years) contact Trish on 01432 880859 For Guides (Age 10 – 14 years) and Rangers (Age 14-18 years ) contact Alison on 01432 880094 or email [email protected] Guiding is fun for adults too! We would love to open a Rainbow unit for 5 -7 year olds in Marden or Sutton, but we need some new volunteers to be able to do it. If you would be interested to help, please contact Alison. You would be given plenty of support and training to become a leader, or helper, and have a lot of fun!If your daughter would be interested in joining the waiting list for Rainbows, please contact Alison.Alison Thomas – Guide Leader

STUART HURDS

Oil Fired Heating EngineerPlumbing

Commissioning, Servicing & RepairsInstallations

Aga - Rayburn - Stoves &Central Heating BoilersCentral Heating Boilers

Tel: 01544 318809Mobile: 0777 3616440

LUGG VALLEY GROUP OF FRIENDS - CANCER RESEARCH UK

To Come in 2018

11th August 2018 : Summer Cream Tea at Siward James Centre

Bodenham at 2.30 pm.

09 November 2018 : Christmas Coffee Morning at Siward James

Centre, Bodenham at 10.00 am to 12 noon.Jenny Nicolson (797280)

SOUTHBOURNE & PINE LODGE ( DINMORE, HEREFORD HR1 3JR )

ARE OPEN ON

SUNDAY 6th May & MONDAY 7th May 11am to 4.30pm

As part of theNATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME (NGS)

Two south facing gardens, totalling 4.5 acres, opened as one with panoramic views over

Bodenham Lakes to the Black Mountains and Malvern Hills.

Southbourne: Steeply terraced with lawns, perennial and shrub beds and recently re-

developed woodland.Pine Lodge: 2.5 acres of wild woodland featuring

most of Britain’s native trees. Paths wind throughout the steep site.

Admission to both gardens: £5 (children free). People with limited mobility will find these gardens

challenging.Refreshments available. Dogs welcome on leads.

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PARISH HALL NEWS

March 2018:- 1). No.33 - Thelma Butcher2). No.126 - Brenda Carter3). No.112 - Jennifer Easson April 2018:- 1). No.19 - Nan Murdoch2). No. 9 - Mary James3). No. 99 - Hugh Diamond

That concludes the draws for 2017/18. A big thank you from The Parish Hall Committee for members’ support over the past year.A total of £750 was raised which goes towards upkeep and improvements to the hall. Renewals for the forthcomming year starting May 1st can be made at Gardening Club on May 1st or by contacting Rob Parker on Bodenham 797091 or Gwen Bowden on 797868. Same contacts apply for any new people wishing to join. Membership costs £12 per ticket per year, with a draw taking place for each month. The first draw for May & June will be held on June 5th at Garden Club. Robin Knott Chair 01568

797835Gwenllian Bowden Secretary 797868Bob Clarke Treasurer 797670Ian Linton Vice-Chair 797375Laura Marsh Mins Secretary 797529Ida Knott Bookings Sec 797333

Robert Parker 100 Club 797091Roz Reader 797426Richard Layton 797251

To Book the Parish Hall, please ring Ida on 01568 797333

Club Meets ContactLeisure Club Monthly on the

2nd and 4th Mondays 2.30 - 4pm

Gwenllian Bowden Chairperson01568 797868

Gardening Club

Monthly on the 1st Tuesday 7.30pm

David Griffiths01568 797427

Flicks in the Sticks

Sept - April2nd Friday 7.30pm

Weekly Activity ContactMondays Tai Chi

10 - 11.30am (TT)

Body Fat Shred6.30pm

Pilates7.35pm

Julian Kemp 01568 614468

Emma Caldwell 01568 [email protected]

Tuesdays Pilates 6 - 7pm

Airgun Club

Emma Caldwell(as above)Ian Linton01568 797375

Wednesdays Tai Chi 9.30 - 11am (TT)Yoga 6 - 7.30pm (TT)Badminton 8pm

Julian Kemp(as above)Fiona Hawkins01432 860270Rob Parker 01568 797091

Thursdays Belly Dancing 7- 8pm &

8 - 9.30pm

Abby Mason07962 [email protected]

Fridays Over 50s Exercise 9 -10am

Pilates

Miranda Davies01432 830675

Emma Caldwell(see above)

Hourly RatesMain Hall £9.50 (minimum charge £12)Committee Room £5.00 (minimum charge £6)Stage Only £5.00 (minimum charge 5.50)

Store/Back Room £8.00 per EveningParty/Dance/Disco £120.00 (£100 deposit)Concert/Musical Evening £60.00Quiz Night £30.00Bingo £30.00Children’s Party (under 14 years) £25.00Jumble Sale £45.00Wedding Afternoon Only - £150.00 (Clear by 6pm) All Day £200.00 Previous Day at Hourly Rate.

CRISPIN HACKHARD LANDSCAPING AND TRADITIONAL BUILDING

* PATIOS * BRICKLAYING* WALLS * PLASTERING* STEPS * CARPENTRY

* COURTYARDS * FLOOR-LAYING* STONE PAVING * CHIMNEYS

* NATURAL STONEWORK * * LIME MORTAR POINTING *FREE CONSULTATION,

DESIGN AND ESTIMATES M: 07792 300 138 T: 01531 805050

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8Bodenham St. Michaels School – Online Auction of promises.

The PTA are running an online auction of promises. We have some fantastic lots donated. Please have a look through the list below. If you wish to bid on anything go to www.auctionofpromises.com and search St Michaels CE Primary School Bodenham and this will take you to our auction site. If you want to bid on something click on ‘place a bid’ and follow the online instructions. The auction is running until Monday the 21st of May so get your bids in by then. If you do not have a computer you can drop a sealed bid into Bodenham school or contact Steph on 07968563744 and she can bid for you. Many thanks for your support.

1. Chiropractic Treatment Voucher – One initial consultation with Steph Wilson for treatment and 2 follow up treatments available in Hereford or Risbury. Suitable for neck/lower back pain and other musculoskeletal problems. 2. 12 small bales of this year’s hay or straw. Available when made this season! Can deliver. 3. 4 day Hereford United Soccer School – Tues 29th May – Friday 1st June (Half term) 9-3pm UITC, Central Park, Field Grove View, HR1 1AW. Aged 5-11 year old. 4. A professionally made and iced cake for a party OR a lesson to learn to ice your own special occasion cake. 5. 2 Baskets of ironing. Can be collected and delivered within a 5 mile radius of Risbury. 6. James Stephens (Farrier) – A full set of shoes for a pony / horse, within a 10 mile radius of Bromyard. 7. 4 x 1 hour tennis lessons from Phil Broomhead who is a very experienced tennis player, previously taught tennis in America. To be taken on a weekend. 8. Hand made personalised bunting / cushion, perfect with a child’s name on it. See facebook page handmadegiftsbyangie. 9. 2 hour help with German. Maren is German, so if you have a child struggling with their German homework or GCSE Maren is here to help. 10. Family day ticket to Hampton Court, Herefordshire. 11. A bucket of Booze. 12. Hand Car wash at Baches Bargains, Bodenham. 13. 1 hour tattoo sit. Available Bodenham. 14. Outdoor mud kitchen for toddlers/kids 15. Ear candling and facial drainage massage. Evening appointments in Bodenham. 16. 5 x 1 hour one to one French lessons. Up to GCSE level, child or adult. 17. 12 vanilla cupcakes with rose swirl icing. 18. 24 Sugar cookies with iced decoration of your choice. 19. Half a days DIY/Labour. 20. An evening babysitting from Laura Marsh. 21. 25kg bag of potatoes (available from September) 22. A chocolate cake. 23. A traditional milk churn. 24. A 2 night stay at Bodenham Forge for 2 people. Contact direct for availability, [email protected]. 25. Blue and yellow hand knitted baby blanket. 26. Pale blue hand knitted baby blanket with leaf design. 27. Child / sibling photo shoot including 2 prints with Gareth Lloyd Photographer. A 30min-1hour session as required. Available at Brockington Studio, Bodenham. 28. 2 hours house clean, within a 5 mile radius of Bodenham. 29. A home made Victoria sponge cake. 30. A put up for a party/wedding guest/special occasion. Available at Hair affair, Bodenham. 31. A limited edition signed photo of a stag by photographer Grahame Camm. 32. Hine Vintage 1985 Cognac, Grande Champagne 70cl (worth approx. £75 each) 2 bottles of the same. 33. A Friday morning to Monday afternoon boarding kennel stay for 2 fully vaccinated dogs at Bromyard Boarding Kennels.

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BODENHAM RAMBLERS SUMMER WALKS 2018 All walks start at 10am unless otherwise stated. Any queries about walks please contact leaders.

Date

Description Miles Start Grid Ref Leaders

Sun April 8th

Frome Valley, Hereford trail to Avonbury. Hills & dales, haunted church, few stiles

6.5 Park at Conquest Theatre in Bromyard town fee payable

Exp 202 653 548

Shirley-Ann 882157 Alan 01568 612889

Wed April 18th

Knapp & Papermill conservation area. Alfrick . Mod some stiles

5 Car park at Knapp Con. Area. Start Nature Reserve opposite

Exp 204 751 522

David & Wendy 01568 797659

Fri Apr 27th

Annual Holiday Fri 27th to Mon 30th April

HF Dolserau Hall Dolgellau

Wendy

Sunday April 29th no walk scheduled

Wed May 9th

Skenfrith Hilly start, fairly flat

5 Lay by on right side of stone bridge at Skenfrith

Exp 189 457 203

John & Tina 01432 830183

Sun May 20th

Holme Lacy 5 Holme Lacy village hall which is near telephone box

Exp 189 554 356

Brian 01432 870492 Doreen 01432 271065

Wed May 30th

Jo & Dave 01568 797989

For details of Bodenham Ramblers please contact the Secretary, Brenda Richardson on

01568 797035 or the Treasurer, Wendy Jones on 01432 272031

Bodenham St. Michaels School – Online Auction of promises (continued....)

34. 1 x 24 hour guided pass at Dinmore Carp Lake. 35. Supply and plant an ornamental tree of your choice. 36. A 3 course meal for 6 people, including canapes and drinks at Ellie & Hugh’s beautiful home in Bodenham. 37. A tractor and trailer for ½ a day, within a 5 mile radius of Bodenham. Suitable for taking away garden waste or soil (no rubble please) 38. A shoulder or leg of home grown lamb. 40. ½ a days gardening. 41. ½ a dozen eggs weekly until the end of August. Must collect from Bodenham.

BODENHAM CARERS GROUPSPRING PROGRAMME 2018Siward James Community Centre

Third Monday of the month2pm -3.30

For further details call Herefordshire Carers Support – 01432

356068Or give Margaret a ring on 797096

Put your kettle on for St Michael’s Hospice

Hosting a Big Tea is a great reason to get together

and raise money for your Hospice by doing something we all love -

drinking tea and eating cake.

To get your Big Tea pack, call Gaynor on 01432 852 630 or

visit st-michaels-hospice.org.uk

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Potholes

At last I’ve got a solutionTo save our council some cashThey need a new resolutionSomething that shows some panache Instead of spending our taxOn filling in holes in the roadIn times of government cutbacksWhy not lighten the load Let’s have a council run garageThey can charge to put things rightThat are caused everyday by a barrageOf holes that appear overnight Driving round here’s like a slalomWeaving to miss every holeSome of them are quite awesomeA new form of rock and roll I suppose as we are ratepayersWe just have to bear it and grinIt would be nice to get some answersOr better still have them filled in Vic Williams

Marden Branch -Hereford Wildlife Trust We had a great turn out for the first meeting of our new Herefordshire Wildlife Trust Marden local branch in April! Maureen Williams from Hollycroft Hedgehog rescue gave a lovely talk illustrating the care needed by rescued hedgehogs - from tiny hoglets who have lost their mum to adults who have come a cropper. The audience were entranced by pictures of hedgehogs of all sizes and thrilled to meet one of the hedgehogs currently receiving rest and recuperation with Maureen. Maureen’s dedication to her work and care for all her small charges shone through her talk.The next meeting is on Wednesday 2nd May at Marden Hall starting at 7pm. There will be a talk from Mary Walters, a bee keeper ’On the Life of Bees’ followed by refreshments and a small raffle. Francis Weeks from HWT will be present to offer information. Come along and join in the fun! £2 for HWT members and £3 for non members. For more information: phone Mary Mackay on 01432880107.or e-mail Jessica Tidball jessica.tidball@

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‘Flicks in the Sticks’ is a concept devised by film buffs to enable accessibility to films within rural communities, its aim is for them to be affordable and in a more relaxed environment. Bodenham has been part of this for a number of years and offers good parking, friendly atmosphere, easy disabled access. However it has struggled with attendance in the last couple of years. We would like to keep ‘Flicks’ alive in Bodenham but to do this we need your help, both by supporting the showings and by completing this short survey. Please return your survey by end May 2018 in one of the following ways:

a) On paper – drop it in the box at Saffrons Cross Garage, Bodenham Post Office or The Chapel (Thursday am coffee morning).Parkfield House, Chapel Lane, Bodenham HR1 2HR

b) Email - [email protected] c) Completing on line at: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/DLZBVB9

Many thanks, June & Ann 1) Would you like to see ‘Flicks’ to continue? Yes / No

Comments: 2) Do you attend ‘Flicks’? Most months Some Months Occasionally. Never

Comments: 3) What sort of films do you like to see? Please mark preference order 1-6

Drama True Life Comedy Musical Sci Fi Action Thriller Comments:

4) At present we provide refreshments for a small charge half way through the film, would you prefer?

To continue half way through? Move to the end of the film? Be available at the start? To stop?

5) We aim to keep the price as low as possible, please choose which ticket price structure best suits you

£4 per person with option to buy ticket to win back 1 of 2 prizes £5 per person with automatic chance to win 1 of 2 entry fee’s back £5 per person with no option to win entry back £6 per person to include entry draw and drink & biscuit

6) It is often possible to play the film with subtitles, do you find these? Helpful Intrusive they don’t bother me 7) Would you like ‘Flicks’ to continue to be part of the Borderlines Film Festival at the end of

February each year? Yes I would support the extra showing No I only wish to come once a month Dependent on the film choice

8) Would you be willing to go on a rota to help with the refreshments? Yes / No If yes please add name & contact details.

9) Have you any other comments to make about ‘Flicks’?

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RT Building ServicesGENERAL BUILDER & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Small extensions, brick and block workDriveways / Block Paving

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UPVC Fascia Boards, Guttering, and CladdingHARD LANDSCAPING

Natural Stonework, PatiosRendering and Decorative Walls, Courtyards

and FencingFor a Free Estimate call Ray Taylor

Wellington01432 830145 or 07917132294

Bodenham Bespoke Furniture at Bodenham Enterprise Park

We offer: WARDROBES WITH SLIDING DOORS - 10 YEARS WARRANTY

KITCHEN FURNITURE - HUGE CHOICE OF COLOURS AND MATERIALS BATHROOM FURNITURE - UNIQUE DESIGN

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ABELIA CARE SERVICES LTD

With a “passion for excellence” and dedicated commitment to support you to maintain your daily health and wellbeing - we can deliver care in your own home with dignity and respect, at a time in your life when you need help the most. Supporting you to maintain your independence is our priority. Our fully vetted and caring staff will deliver compassionate dignified care, which is essential to reduce the feeling of isolation in the elderly. We plan and discuss every aspect of your care package with you in order to

meet your daily living and health needs. We believe in “Your Care – your Choice” and “best interest outcomes” to suit

you. You are included in all decisions about your care. Our highly trained staff will help you to continue smiling and get the best out of

life. For more information about our care services please ring 01568-620129 or visit www.abeliacare.co.uk

Pump Chambers, Submersible and surface mounted Pumps,

ALL Sewage Treatment Plants repaired and serviced, Sales, Servicing and Breakdowns covered.

CCTV Drain Surveys.

Home Buyer/Seller surveys of sewage systems &

septic tanks.

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Please call Dave or Gavin for enquiries or to arrange a visit.

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covering Herefordshire, Powys and all surrounding areas.

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PILATES CLASSES

Monday Wellington 9.15amBurghill 10.35amBodenham 7.35pm

Tuesday Withington 9.30amBodenham 6pm

Wednesday Marden 7.15pmThursday Burghill 10.30am

Marden 6.30pmFriday Sutton St. Nicholas 9am

Bodenham 10.30am

Emma Caldwell: 01568 797453 or 07971009691or email: [email protected]

High Energy ClassesMonday Bodenham 6.30pm

Wednesday Marden 6.30pm

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StAr ToTs FuN gRoUp for babies 0 – 4 years

July 2015

A fun relaxed group for parents, carers / grandparents to bring children from 0-4 years.

Pop along any time between 9-11am every Friday morning (term time) at St Michaels Bodenham pre-school.

We have weekly themes/activities with a story time, squash and snack too. Tea/coffee for the grown-ups as well.

£1 per child

Don’t forget to like StArToTs on facebook to get up to date information about each week’s activities.

For more information contact Steph 07968563744 or Laura 07966960708

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU

A fun relaxed group for parents, carers / grandparents to bring children from 0-4 years.

Pop along any time between 9.30-11am every Friday morning (term time) at St Michaels Bodenham.

We have weekly themes/activities with a story time, squash and snack too.

Tea/coffee for the grown-ups as well.£1 per child

Friday 4th May - save the Children Peppa pig walk. The Children will all get certificate for

taking part.

Friday you 11th May - pom pom animal making.

Friday 18th May - bird pictures . Fun pictures made from cupcake cases.

Friday 25th May - Seed planting - pot up a sun flower seeds and see who’s grows the tallest .

For Further details contact Steph - 07968 563744 Laura - 07966 960708

a n d r e w j e l l e yo p t i c i a n s

Andrew Jelley BSc(Hons) FC OptomTeresa Davies FBDO

Duncan Edwards FBDOAlex Lane BSc(Hons) MC Optom

34/35 High Street, Bromyard, Herefordshire, HR7 4AETel: 01885 488259

e: [email protected]) www.andrewjelleyopticians.co.uk

A.G. ACCOUNTANCY SERVICES* End of Year Accounts * Partnerships *

* Balance Sheet Profit and Loss ** Tax Returns / VAT * Online Returns *

* Business Start Ups * Help with Government Forms ** Free Consultation * Totally Confidential *

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E: [email protected]* Help with new Money Laundering regulations and Risk

Assessment for Book-keepers and Practitioners

St. Michael’s Nursery @

St. Michael’s School, Bodenham HR1 3JU

The Nursery Class in the Primary School provides quality Early Years Care and Education for

children aged 2 – 4 years old

Open: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 3.30pm

Term-Time Only

Universal 15 hours funding for 3&4 year olds Plus 15 hours extended entitlement and Two

Year Old Funding available for eligible children

For more information or to book a visit please contact Alison on 01568 797241

Have your hair done in the comfort of your

own home

Contact Val Tel 01568 797 651.

For any further information please contact Anita Griffiths 01568 797929.

If any lady or group would like to organise an event for the 2018 calendar, please contact Lyn on 01568 797228 for the details to be included in the monthly newsletter

and on the parish website. For membership details phone our Treasurer, Anita Griffiths 01568 797929 or any of the contacts below. Subscriptions are paid annually Roz Reader 01568 797426 Kath Tremain 01568 797751 Lyn Pollard 01568 797228

BWg BODENHAM WOMENS GROUP

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BODY FATSHRED

Emma Caldwell: 01568 797453 or 07971009691or email: [email protected]

CLASSESWelcome to Cardio Drills.

Time to sweat, get fit at High Intensity. Combining Weights and Mat.

Shape your Best Body with all over Body Workout.Squat, Lunge, Kicks, Whole Body, Infused with

Core Pilates.You Work at your level of ability.

Over 16’s Welcome. Ladies and Gents

BODENHAM Monday 6.30pmMARDEN Wednesday 6.30pm

Englands Gate InnEngland’s Gate Inn & Coach House

Bodenham, Hereford, HR1 3HUTel 01568 797286

Email: [email protected]

Bodenham

~~~~~~~~Grill night

Every Wednesday evening 25% off all grills

Served 6-9pm

~~~~~~~~Enjoy a two course lunch for only £10

Monday-Thursday 12-2:30pm

Select from blackboard

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Follow us on facebookwww.facebook.com/EnglandsGateInn/

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Fish and Chips Fry-day

Two meals for only £15.00

Available every Friday

12 noon-2:30pm

& 6pm-9pm ~~~~~~~

QUIZ NIGHT

Friday 18th May 7:00 pm start at the Parish Hall

Teams of Six people

Please pre book (before Wednesday the 16th please)

£6 per person to Include ploughmans supper

(bring your own booze).

All proceeds to the Church

To book ring Sandra or Rich on 01568 797745

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Seasoned Firewood• High Quality hand made Garden Sheds, Fencing,

Screens, Arbours and other Bespoke Structures • Sawn timber for sheds and decking • Sustainably produced Barbecue Charcoal • Hand made quality woodland products & services • Fun and Educational Community Events and Workshops

ALL FROM local, sustainably managed woodland in Ullingswick, Herefordshire.

Paul and Jo Morton will be happy to answer your queries

Tel: 07920 851 [email protected]

www.moretonwood.co.uk

Moreton Wood

TDE T Dines Electrical Agricultural / Commercial / Domestic

m: 07799 888 246 t: 01568 797 793 e: [email protected]

Domestic new builds

Agricultural new builds

Three phase installations new or existing

Re-wires, domestic, agricultural, barns or commercial

properties

Lighting and power solution for stables etc

Outbuilding supplies / greenhouses or garden sheds

Electrical safety certificates – are your electrics safe?

Electric heating

CCTV systems linking smart phones for anytime anywhere

viewing

NICEIC Approved

24 Orchard Close, Bodenham, Herefordshire, HR1 3JJ

Clive Chambers Flooring

Carpets & Vinyls

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Top Quality FittingOver 30 Years Experience

Choose Your New Flooring In Your Own Home

Over 100 Samples to Choose From

We Can Move and Replace Furnitureand Dispose of Your Old Flooring

Tel: 01432 880898Mobile: 07713 136238E: clivechambersflooring @ymail.com

BridgetteKempson M.Inst.Ch.P. HPC Registered

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Mobile 07798 765744

Also at Beautonics, 97B Old Eign Hill, HerefordTel 01432 370550

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Hampton Ward Newsletter: April 2018One of the main duties of a District Councillor, is to deal with questions and complaints from parish councils and local residents regarding the various services and facilities provided by Herefordshire Council.These questions can be many and varied but are generally straightforward (road repairs and planning being the top two) but occasionally something comes up that I’ve not dealt with before and will need a full investigation in order to ensure an accurate answer.However, and by way of a change, I thought it may prove useful if I were to ask you a few questions. Please feel free to keep your replies anonymous, but your answers could prove helpful in deciding how I approach my future duties within the Ward. I’ll pass the results of the questionnaire on to your parish councils in due course. Q1. Are you satisfied with the condition of our road network?Q2. How, in your opinion, did the council (Balfour Beatty) perform during the recent heavy snow falls?Q3. Do you use any of the council’s libraries or leisure facilities? Please list all that apply.Q4. The latest increase in council tax is proving financially difficult for some residents. Do you think the charges are too high?Q5. Are there any council services/facilities you think should be withdrawn in order to save money?Q6. Are there any services/facilities you think should be included to make your life more enjoyable?Q7. Parish councils are now taking responsibility for a number of tasks traditionally carried out by the county council. Do you agree with this policy?Q8. Considering Q7, are there any additional responsibilities your parish council should take on, or even give up?Q9. Do you have any suggestions that would make your life safer and/or more enjoyable?Q10. Have you ever considered standing as a Parish or District Councillor? Please let me know if I can help with any information. Please feel free to send any replies via email or send a text to my mobile [email protected]. 07748 387331

St Michael’s Hospice Plant FairFriday 4th and Saturday 5th May

11am-5pmBartestree,Hereford,HR1 4HA

The second annual Plant Fair at St Michael’s Hospice will be a celebration of

the joy of gardening.Plant lovers will have the chance to browse a wide range of herbacious

perennials, bedding plants, annuals, trees, shrubs, alpines, bulbs, carnivorous and

indoor plants grown by professional and amateur gardeners.

Light refreshments will be available all day on both days. Two-course lunches will be served between 12pm and 2pm each day,

no booking necessary.St Michael’s Hospice would like to

thank all our green fingered community supporters who are busy in their gardens and greenhouses growing plants for sale

at the Fair.There is on-site parking at the Hospice,

but please car-share if you can.

Benefice Walk

Come and enjoy a wonderful countryside walk around some of the local churches in the Maund Benefice Bank Holiday Monday, 7th May 2018 starting at 10am at Sutton St Nicholas

Church.Over the past few years a walk on the

first May Bank Holiday Monday has been organised for the purpose of fun

and to raise money for your local church with a soup lunch and tea/coffee on the

route. It is a lovely event that all the family can do. You can do the whole walk approximately 12 miles or just join in and

drop out where you can.Sponsor forms available from your

churchwardens or church.For more details e-mail

[email protected] or phone her on 01568797227.

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M A G I C G A R D E N E R SAll Your Garden Needs

Landscaping ~ Fencing ~ Lawn Mowing

~ Hedge Cutting ~

Mower Servicing and Sharpening any time of the year

Contact Jamie 07969 660806

or Steve 07774 807591

Forever Living ProductsChange Development Growth Health Life Happiness

Tricia SanfordIndependent Distributor

22 Orchard CloseBodenhamHerefordHR1 3JJ

Phone: 01568 797235Mobile: 07779 613030Email: [email protected]

Go Toads! The Go Toads started in 2016 by Herefordshire Wildlife Trust with funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund to run toad patrols in Bodenham between February and April to try and prevent them from being run over as they cross the lane from their winter home in woodland to the lake, where they mate and spawn. Each spring toads instinctively follow the migratory routes used by their ancestors, but as the roads become ever busier they find themselves in mortal danger as they make their way to the water. With this peril and the fact that many ponds are being lost from our landscapes through development and because they are now largely redundant as watering ponds for livestock on farms. This has led to a serious national decline in toad numbers: a recent study by Froglife and partners from The University of Zurich and using data collected by Toads on Roads volunteer patrollers has shown that on average common toads have declined by 68% over the last 30 years in the UK. Things are looking up for the toads of Bodenham however as this year’s count of toads was more than double that of previous years with over 1,000 helped across the road. In 2016 we helped 202 toads, last year that rose to 339 and this year the total was 1012. Though this is not enough evidence to draw definite conclusions, it looks like the toad patrols are having a positive effect on toad numbers. The Bodenham toad patrol group began the year with an introductory meeting and training session run by Herefordshire Wildlife Trust’s Sophie Cowling. Sophie commented: “We had a great turn-out for our first meeting but what has been so fantastic is that volunteers have kept coming along throughout the season with more volunteers joining throughout the weeks of patrolling. We’ve had around 25 volunteers helping on some nights and 53 people in total come out on patrols – it’s great to see the local community taking this project to their hearts. Aside from the period of snow, we have had lots of evenings with the perfect conditions for the toads – fairly mild and damp – so we’ve had some bumper nights! This year, the volunteers were also joined by the Marden Navigators who proved very enthusiastic patrollers!” Patrolling has now finished for the year and the volunteers have been rewarded by lots of toads and toad spawn being spotted in the lake. Volunteer Vivien Quinn who has been keeping the tally of toads each evening said: “This has been such a great community project to be involved in. It’s wonderful to get up close to this iconic species. Some people don’t think of toads as charming or characterful but they really are! They all start squeaking when they’re in a bucket together and it feels great when we release them close to the lake at the end of each patrol.” For more information go to www.herefordshirewt.org/bodenhamtoadpatrol

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POETRY GROUP

MEETS the SECOND and FOURTH

Wednesdays 7pm. - 9pm.

New members always welcome.

It’s not all Shakespeare and Shelly, we do comedy and light verse as well.

Come along and give us a try, you don‘t have to

read aloud, you can just sit and listen. Contact Vic 01568 797545

[email protected]

Stacey Gardner Foot Heal thRegistered Foot Health Practitioner MCFHP MAFHP

FOOT CARE IN YOUR OWN HOME

Routine home foot care visits include:

Toenail Trimming ~ Corn Removal ~ Callus ReductionFungal infection treatements ~ Cracked Heel Care

Diabetic Foot Care

All appointments require a short medical history to be taken, along with a Neurovascular assessment.

Please allow up to 1 hour for each appointment: £25Fingernail trim can be arranged in conjuction with foot care appointment: £5Concessions for couples or groups

01568 368 30607540 566871

[email protected]

BODENHAM EVENTS CALENDAR 2018

JUNE

Sat 16 Pax Concert

JULY

Sat Mon

07 09 15

Church Fete with Scarecrow competition Leisure Club Open Day Family Fun Day Marden

AUG

Sun 05 11th

Salmon Lunch – Church Cream Tea – Siward James

SEPT

OCT

NOV

Sat Sun

09 10 11

Coffee Morning Siward James 1940’s Swing Evening – Parish Hall First World War Centenary Celebration Lunch

DEC

1st Church Christmas Bazaar

Please send your events in advance to [email protected]

BODENHAM ST. MICHAEL’S

C. E. PRIMARY SCHOOL

Are you looking for a unique school for your child? A school where your child will be valued as an individual and known personally to all of the staff and pupils?

Then look no further- We are a four class Primary School plus a Pre-School located in a stunning rural area.

Our aim is to create a happy and secure atmosphere where your child will always be encouraged to do their personal best. We provide a broad and balanced education and place a great deal of emphasis on the traditional values of hard

work and good behaviour. Choosing a school for your child is a very important decision and we welcome you to come and look at what we have to

offer. Simply telephone for an appointment and we will be happy to arrange for you to visit at a time to suit you.

Tel: 01568 797241 www.st-michaels.hereford.sch.uk

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NOTICE:

The water spout at Dinmore has consistently tested as unsafe for

human consumption.

Please Do Not Drink

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10 years in the trade

Free advice& quotations

SCL Chimney Sweep and Repairs

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I also offer handyman jobs round the house - anything from Gutter clearing, Pointing brickwork,

Plastering and Painting to clearing the pavement and driveway of leaves.

I will put my hand to most things - if it’s not listed give me a call. I am a Local guy who is honest,

reliable and friendly. I you would like a quote don’t hesitate to ring me. 07885529138 or email me :

[email protected]

BODENHAM FLOOD PROTECTION GROUP

Bodenham Sandbag Cages Key Holder List

All the sandbags in the cages in the village have now been replenished. Should you need access to them in an emergency, please note the BFPG Area Representative closest to your

holding cage and their contact details. If you are unable to contact your Area Representative then please ring the Spare Key Holders listed below.

Name Area Key Holder

Bob Pritchard 01568 797428

Chapel Lane/

Orchard Close

Barry Wilson 01568 797013

Bodenham School

Car Park

Tony Mitcheson

Chairman 01568 797170

Spare Key

Babs Mitcheson Secretary

01568 797170

Spare Key

Victoria Paterson

The Warden 01568 797412

Siward James

Andrew Maxwell

01568 797

The Moor

BODENHAM FLOOD PROTECTION GROUP

Chairman: Cllr Tony Mitcheson Treasurer: Mrs Babs Mitcheson

Operations Manager: Cllr Tony Mitcheson Secretary/Sandbag Container and Cage: Mrs Babs Mitcheson

The Moor: The Moor Road/Sandbag Cage: Mr Andrew Maxwell: 797946

Key Holder Sandbag Cage Chapel Lane: Mr Robert Pritchard: 797428 Brockington Road (2 -31& 35): Mr Simon Dowler: 797363

Brockington Road (1, 32-34, 36 – 42A): Mrs Rebecca Burnill: 797823 Brockington Road (43- 54): Mrs Gwen Bowden: 797868

Siward James/Sandbag Cage: The Warden: Mrs Victoria Paterson : 797412 Ash Grove Close: Mrs Jean Fryer: 797338

Ash Grove View: Mr David Harris: 797575 Ash Grove View: Cllr Alec Avery: 797744

Millcroft Road: Miss Barbara Gibson: 797643

Bodenham Village: Mr David Ayshford Sanford: 797549

Key Holder Sandbag Cages: Mr Barry Wilson: 797013

Maund Bryan: Mr Philip Broomhead 797167

Bodenham Flood Protection Group Meeting

The Meeting is open to ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC

All Meetings, unless otherwise notified will be held on the last Tuesday of the month at Siward James Centre starting at 7.30 pm

May 29th

If you are unable to attend or have points which you would like to be raised at the meeting, please contact the Secretary, Mrs Babs Mitcheson on 797170

Or by email at [email protected]

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Bodenham Mothers’ Union

Afternoon Tea Party followed by Entertainment

3.00pm – 5.00pm

Thursday May 3rd

In the Siward James Room

£5.00

In aid of the Diocesan MU Crisis Intervention Fund

Tickets from Sylvia Hulme 01432 820149

Car Boot and Table-top SaleCome and Sell or Just Come Along and Browse!

Clean out your garages and cupboards and sell at

our Spring Clean Car Boot and Table-Top Sale!

Date: 12th May

Location: Marden Community Centre

and Car Park

Time: 9.00-12.00 noon

Free entry for buyers: Strictly no admittance

before 9.00am

Sellers: Set up from 8.00am – To book ring

Angela on 01432 882102 or come on the day

Fees: Car Boot £5;

Indoor 6’ Table £5;

Indoor 4’ Table £3

(Tables provided for indoor sellers - no need to

bring your own!)

All proceeds from fees donated to the Marden

Community Facilities Fund. Save the date - Family Fun Day at Marden Community

Centre, Sunday 15 July 12.00 noon to 4.00 pm. Games for all the family, bar and soft drinks, food and ice cream.

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From the Editor, The next newsletter is the June 2018 issue.

The deadline is on, or before, 18th May 2018. Read your newsletter any where - on your smart phone, tablet or computer - and save trees - see

below!! Tel: 01568 797872

For more about Bodenham visit bodenhamparish.org.ukFor more Newsletter stuff visit bodenhamnewsletter.

co.uk

BROCKINGTON TEA ROOMBrockington Golf Club

Bodenham 01568 797877

Open every day from 10amCome and sit in our comfortable conservatory or make the most of the

good weather whilst sitting on our patio. Both have stunning views over the golf course and the 4th and 9th greens.

We serveCappuccino. Latte. Hot Chocolate. Americano Coffee. Assorted

teas. Beers, Wines and Spirits. Cold DrinksScones with Jam and Cream. Cakes. Slices.

Jacket Potatoes. Toasties. Sandwiches.Daily Specials. Soup of the Day. All day Breakfast.

Sunday Lunch CarveryWe offer a choice of meats with a selection of vegetables

including cauliflower cheese. Gluten/Dairy Free available.

Only £8.95 (desserts £3.95) Early booking advisable.

Private parties and events catered for.

DAVID SMITH – Property Maintenance.

Interior Design Painting & Décor Kitchen Design & Installation Bathroom Design & Installation Heating Repairs Electrical Installation & Repair General Repair & Maintenance Inside & Out Odd Jobs a Speciality !!!

For ALL your property needs call for your free consultation:

07740 623 603

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(Disclaimer: this is a service provided as a courtesy and is no way connected with Bodenham Parish Council or the Parish website)

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